Fearful Symmetry

The podcast offers new recordings of classic horror short stories as well as the occasional new yarn from James Renner, author of The Man from Primrose Lane and True Crime Addict.

Episodes

An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

September 12, 2016 • 23 mins

"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" or "A Dead Man's Dream" is a classic short story by Ambrose Bierce from 1890. This yarn inspired Rod Serling, who brought us The Twilight Zone.

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The Cremation of Sam McGee

August 26, 2016 • 6 mins

"The Cremation of Sam McGee" by Robert W. Service is often told around the fire at Camp Algonkin on Friday nights.

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Excerpt from Amy: My Search for Her Killer

August 18, 2016 • 9 mins

An excerpt from my first true crime book, Amy: My Search for Her Killer. The book is available in stores and as an ebook.

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The Black Cat, by Edgar Allan Poe

August 10, 2016 • 26 mins

I've always thought cats were terrifying. Like they're secretly plotting to kill us at all times. Enjoy this old tale from Edgar Allan Poe, who also viewed the beasts with suspicion.

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Fearful Symmetry

Episodes

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Excerpt from Amy: My Search for Her Killer

The Black Cat, by Edgar Allan Poe

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An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

The Cremation of Sam McGee