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Tales of Mystery and Wonder

Tales of Mystery and Wonder

By: Shawn America
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There is a place between mystery and terror, greed and desire, love and despair. It is a place that reaches beyond the shadows of our hopes and the desert of our deepest fears. It is the realm of the imagination, that timeless place of magic and intrigue. Look up ahead. There is a lighted house on the hill. Deep within lie the Tales of Mystery and Wonder.

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Episodes
  • Night Terror Episode Four
    Sep 29 2023

    Picture a young boy, Mark Rosewood, grappling with the tragic loss of his father and haunted by a sinister version of Peter Pan in his dreams. Does the terror end when he wakes? Join us as Mark navigates the eerie nights and exhausting days of his grief-stricken life, including therapeutic sessions with Dr. Malkovich, and his mother’s struggle to comfort him amidst her own sorrow.

    Moving into the second half of our episode, we unfold a Saturday unlike any other when Mark’s mother uncovers an old portrait of his father, opening the floodgates of nostalgia. As Mark's mother revives her long-abandoned hobby of sketching, choosing her son as her subject, we witness a touching moment of connection and healing. As Mark's world oscillates between the terrifying shadows of his nightmares and the stark reality of his grief, join us on this rollercoaster journey of deep sorrow and tender moments of humanity. Featuring the incredible voice talents of Solmaria Trujillo, Martin Miles, and Karen America, this episode of Night Terror is a haunting, yet poignant exploration of childhood grief.

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    10 mins
  • Night Terror Episode Three
    Sep 26 2023

    Picture this: You find Peter Pan at your window one night, insisting on teaching you sword fighting. That's exactly what happens to Mark in tonight's episode. As our guest, Peter Pan brings an element of danger and excitement, but he's not all fun and games. He’s more wily than we're used to, using information about Mark’s family to persuade him. Listen to the engrossing duel and find out how Mark, outmatched but not outwitted, finally submits to Peter's teachings.

    But that's not all. I also share with you a personal narrative, one of abandonment and the searing pain it inflicts. I was left in an orphanage, discarded and forgotten. I chased adventure, disregarding the risk of never coming back. This journey made me examine the price of power and the sweet allure of independence. I bare my heart and soul, revealing my internal battles and motivations. Solmaria Trujillo and Martin Miles truly bring this story to life with their superb performances. This episode is a rollercoaster ride of thrilling tales and raw confessions you won't want to miss.

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    11 mins
  • Night Terror Episode Two
    Sep 22 2023

    Dare to journey into the shadowy recesses of the human psyche? We've got an episode that will keep you on the edge of your seat as we follow Mark, a brave soul grappling with recurring nightmares. In our conversation with the insightful Dr. Malkovich, we unearth the complexities of fear, illuminating its function as a survival tool, but also its potential to morph into a monstrous adversary. On his path to self-discovery, Mark courageously stands up to his school bully, wrestling with his nocturnal terrors, armed with nothing more than a comforting nightlight. 

    As we delve deeper, the plot thickens. Mark's dreams continue, trapping him in a chilling cycle of flight from a creature of horror. The suspense reaches a crescendo as he turns, finally facing his terror head-on, only to find a reflection of his own fears. This paradox leads him on a path to self-discovery, a journey we are privileged to share through the mesmerizing voice talents of Solmera Trujillo, Martin Miles, and  Karen America. A special shout out to Darren America and Karen America for their invaluable input. Don't miss out on this compelling blend of suspense and psychology, an exploration of fear and how to conquer it.

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    12 mins

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