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The Encounter (Bonus Story)
March 24, 2023
- 21:51
On Today's bonus tape...>> The EncounterWhen she was six, our storyteller got a surprise visit in the middle of the night.Presented by...
Episode 31
October 28, 2022
- 28:17
Episode 31 - Halloween Special -On today’s tapes…>>Village GhostOur storyteller has his night interrupted by an unlikely...
Episode 30
June 17, 2022
- 30:19
On today’s tapes…>>Bicycle BanditA random guy riding bicycle in the middle of farmlands always feels ominous.>>Water TunnelEven after...
About The Show
Discover real-life horror stories, from bizarre crimes to paranormal activity. These true stories are set inside the fictional world of Radio Rental, an 80’s video rental store run by an eccentric shopkeeper, Terry Carnation (Rainn Wilson). This imaginative, cult classic-inspired horror brand blurs the lines of reality, with cutting-edge documentary storytelling and a splash of comedy. From the mind of Payne Lindsey, this is Radio Rental.
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The Encounter (Bonus Story)
March 24, 2023
- 21:51
On Today's bonus tape...>> The EncounterWhen she was six, our storyteller got a surprise visit in the middle of the night.Presented by...
Episode 31
October 28, 2022
- 28:17
Episode 31 - Halloween Special -On today’s tapes…>>Village GhostOur storyteller has his night interrupted by an unlikely...
Episode 30
June 17, 2022
- 30:19
On today’s tapes…>>Bicycle BanditA random guy riding bicycle in the middle of farmlands always feels ominous.>>Water TunnelEven after...
Episode 29
June 10, 2022
- 30:07
On today’s tapes…>>Standard ProcedureFor our story teller, the room for rent was too good to be true.>>LaurdomatRun into this guy, and...
Episode 28
June 3, 2022
- 32:27
On today’s tapes…>>CatfishedThe inception of catfishing.>>RubberneckingDid she see something she wasn’t supposed to? Is it out to get her now?
Episode 27
May 27, 2022
- 32:50
On today’s tapes…>>Watching MeFamily goes camping, but are they alone?>>Dark DaySomething dims the lights on this group of soldiers.
Episode 26
May 20, 2022
- 25:48
On today's tapes...>>Turn BackOur storyteller goes on an adventure in the woods>>MissingDid I forget something?
Episode 25
May 13, 2022
- 30:59
On today’s tapes…>>Old Man in the RoomDreams aren’t always what they seem.>>The CrashMother knows best.
Episode 24
May 6, 2022
- 31:01
On today’s tapes…>>SurroundedUnexpected guests crash a date.>>Dating AppSometimes a month still isn’t enough time to get to know someone.
Episode 23
April 29, 2022
- 26:56
On today's tapes...>>The LibraryWhile working at the library our storyteller encounters an interesting man>>AngelSwipe left
Radio Rental is Back Open!
April 20, 2022
- 01:22
Great news! Radio Rental is open! Terry Carnation would like to welcome you back to the store on 4/29 for all new tapes, or get your fix...
Episode 22
November 19, 2021
- 45:58
On today's tapes...>>Rob StillerBack in 1998 receiving emails was just a little bit different>>Valentine's DayOur storyteller exchanges...
Episode 21
November 12, 2021
- 26:25
On today's tapes...>>The WalkWhile finding a new route for her daily walk our storyteller becomes a witness>>Dark HallwayWho doesn't...
Episode 20
November 5, 2021
- 34:59
On today's tapes...>>The GuestOur storyteller attempts to help out their college friends>>The ClosetIt's hard to fall asleep in a new home
Episode 19
October 28, 2021
- 38:10
On today’s tapes…>>Video StoreOur storyteller has a strange encounter while working at a video store>>The 100 MilerAfter a hundred mile...
Episode 18
October 22, 2021
- 28:53
On today’s tapes…>>Roo’s HollowOur storyteller finds a new path>>Deep SleepWas it all just a dream?
Episode 17
October 15, 2021
- 24:10
On today’s tapes…>>The DreamOur storyteller has an interesting dream before work>>The TruckerLife on the road can be easy sometimes
Episode 16
October 8, 2021
- 27:33
On today’s tapes…>>The TunnelAfter moving to Alabama, our storyteller gets a strange feeling about the community>>IntruderHello? Who’s there?
Episode 15
June 15, 2021
- 30:20
We're back and Terry has some good news.>> CrematoriumHonest work doesn't always feel honest>> Window ScratchingShe was putting makeup...
What is Radio Rental?
June 14, 2021
- 01:26
First time listening? Here's what to expect...
Two of our scariest stories!
October 31, 2020
- 40:08
Two of our scariest stories.On todays tapes...>> Laura of the Woods A young boy makes a new friend in the woods… but is she who she...
Episode 13
July 23, 2020
- 40:55
On today's tapes…>> The WallA young girl has a nightmarish vision… but she’s definitely not sleeping.>> The DangerShe’s got to get out...
Episode 11
July 9, 2020
- 27:27
On today’s tapes…>> Highway HitchhikerA woman walks into a shop, asking for a ride… >> While You Were SleepingA family moves into their...
Episode 10
July 2, 2020
- 31:20
On today’s tapes…>> Security GuardA team of nighttime guards encounter a security threat... and it’s a little close for comfort. >> I’m...
Episode 09
June 25, 2020
- 33:36
Episode 9:On today’s tapes…>> Camp CounselorGolden Boy might not be quite so golden after all... >> Slumber PartyGirls just want to have...
Episode 08
June 18, 2020
- 31:19
Radio Rental...ReturnsWelcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental store with a VHS tape collection of TRUE scary stories,...
Episode 06
November 26, 2019
- 56:15
From Russia With Love >> Lady in the Kitchen >> Arguing Partners >> Dog Sitting
Episode 05
November 19, 2019
- 32:29
On today’s tapes…>> Ham and SwissJust a ham and swiss sandwich… and time repeating itself. >> White TruckHis girlfriend was followed...
Episode 04
November 12, 2019
- 43:41
On today’s tapes…>> If You Don’t Slow DownA man turns out to be a character... in someone else’s nightmare.>> Laura of the WoodsA young...
Episode 03
November 5, 2019
- 43:59
On today’s tapes…>> BabysitterA man recounts his dreams about a former babysitter… or maybe they’re nightmares.>> Game Store CreepA...
Episode 02
November 1, 2019
- 40:25
On today’s tapes…>> Told a Serial KillerA young woman hears a tapping on her window… is it her boyfriend?>> DoppelgangerA young man is...
Episode 01
October 31, 2019
- 36:57
Welcome to Radio Rental. A mysterious video rental store with a tape collection of TRUE scary stories narrated by the people that...