The Poe Show

Text the show In this episode, we dive into a poem that speaks to Edgar Allan Poe’s wit with hidden meanings and symbolism, simply writhing with rich metaphor and a deeper message. The poetry of Edgar Allan Poe is celebrated as some of the greatest quality in the world. Let's see if this poem measures up to the expectation... Variations & History of The Valley of Unrest: https://www.eapoe.org/works/mabbott/tom1p049.htm This podcast is perfect for educators, teachers, students and school...

Text the show TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains MENTION OF SUICIDE, MENTION OF SUICIDE BY DROWNING and GHOSTS A gesture of love? A reflection of tragedy? A reminder of sin? An unbreakable chain of guilt? The Cold Embrace will ask you to give meaning to the cold fingers that reach out for their disloyal companion. Published in 1860, yet resonant with betrayed lovers everywhere and through all time, Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s masterful short story on the heart breaking tragedy of a fair maid...

Text the show TRIGGER WARNING: this episode includes FIREARM SFX, DEMONS, and SWEARING. Eric Miller is a very well accomplished and awarded writer, having credits for a number of Hollywood movies, short stories, anthologies and the novel we will hear an excerpt from today: Whatever Happened to Uncle Ed? Featured on this epsiode will be an action scene from the beginning of Whatever Happened... as well as an interview with the author himself. It was such a pleasure to be able to talk with Eric...

Text the show TRIGGER WARNING: this episode contains SUGGESTION OF GORE and TEETH BODY HORROR. Today we immerse ourselves in the unsettling short story by Edgar Allan Poe that will have your teeth chattering. A tale of insanity, monomania and obsession that leads one to their own torturous realization of their evil deeds. The melancholy narrative of Berenice. This story is one of Edgar Allan Poe's spookiest in my opinion, as well as one of his most difficult to get through if you're not a fan...

Text the show In this episode we examine the gripping subject of the irreversible effects of war on the world, the political divide and and our identities intertwined with it, presented in Rebirth: 1914–1918 by Rudyard Kipling. If you’ve never heard of the word “disillusionment,” then be prepared to learn about it, for there are fewer ideas more disheartening to the matured mind than the desire to return to days gone by. But those who longingly dream of the past should eventually realize the ...

Text the show Today we experience a terrifying descent into the madness of H.P. Lovecraft’s cosmic horror. In this immersive horror podcast episode, I bring to life Lovecraft’s most sinister of the Eldritch gods, a harbinger of chaos, the great and mysterious Nyarlathotep. Perfect for fans of gothic horror, eldritch terror, and weird fiction, this episode captures the essence of the Crawling Chaos, Nyarlathotep. With an immersive soundscape, professional voice acting, and eerie atmospheric mu...

Text the show Although I expected a haunting contemplation of death and its eerie silence, and despite my supposed I would read here a meditation on the Gothic horror of decay, I had all such suppositions overturned. Initially it seemed this poem was a question of whether life would be beautiful if there were to be no eternal sleep. Now I see it more in its true light: as a celebration of devoted love and the peace we can come to when confronted with death, an astonishment at the pulchritudin...

Text the show Is this tale one of the most haunting stories Edgar Allan Poe has ever written? In this episode, we will step into the chilling catacombs of The Cask of Amontillado, a pinnacle of Gothic horror crafted by the master of literary suspense: Edgar Allan Poe. Whether you're a literature lover, horror enthusiast, or Poe fanatic like myself, this episode offers a compelling analysis of key themes like revenge, betrayal and irony, the historical context in Edgar Allan Poe's life, and hi...

Text the show In celebration of Mother's Day, I wanted to share a poem that Edgar Allan Poe wrote about his own mother, or rather the mother of his wife, Maria Poe. This day, I hope we can all appreciate the mothers in our lives, and the people who honorarily take on the role of mothers for those who need them. Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Episode music and narration by Tynan Portillo. Horror Movie Reviews on The Poe Show YouTube Chan...

Text the show A short episode today, examining another poem by the immortal Robert Frost. This poem left an impact on me and I wanted to share it you listeners this month. It felt so ominous, which perfectly fits the podcast, and inspired me to create an apocalyptic soundscape to go along with it. Don't worry, I'll be getting back to Edgar Allan Poe for the next episode! Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Episode music and narration by Tyna...

Text the show CAUTION: story contains themes of being buried alive. Obviously. Today I'm presenting a story from Edgar Allan Poe that channels a fear that is present within all of us, one which, while it might not be as common as it once was, really did happen to many an unfortunate soul during Edgar Allan Poe's time in history. The Premature Burial is a collection of stories, telling the tales of those poor individuals who suffered the fate of being buried alive. Support The Poe Show! https:...

Text the show CAUTION: story contains GORE and themes of TORTURE. For the first time in the history of The Poe Show, I am featuring a story of my own! This is a story which I have been working on for about 12 years. And it's more than a scary story about an old fisherman; the themes that lay underneath speak to many problems as well. I felt like it was also entertaining - and gothic - enough to feature on this podcast. I hope you enjoy my story, Fish. Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/t...

Text the show Today we listen to a demon. This demon, with its many Legion-like voices, explores the often maddening nature of something which most people now may have trouble suffering through...silence. This story was written by Edgar Allan Poe in 1837, detailing the intensely terrifying idea of being tormented by a demon. Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Episode music and narration by Tynan Portillo. Horror Movie Reviews on The Poe Sho...

Text the show This is a very important poem to me, and I hope it can be so to you too. Edgar Allan Poe knew better than most just how alone one can truly be, as he was ridiculed and mocked for his storytelling by those who didn't grasp it for the treasure it was. Throughout his life, he knew what it was to be misunderstood, neglected, and betrayed. We can very easily feel alone in this world and like no one knows us, what we're dealing with or how we feel. But YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Call or text ...

Text the show This Black History Month, I am joined by guest narrator Ella Bussie to read a powerful poem by France Ellen Watkins Harper, written in 1858. This poem was written before the emancipation of the slaves and speaks to the heartbreaking bravery that was shown to speak against evil. I also ask Ella a few questions about what it means to be black in America, her personal struggles, the leaps we've made as a nation, and hopes for the future. Ella can be found here: Instagram @ellabussi...

Text the show Well, since it's the holiday of love, why don't we celebrate with a poem by the ever romantic Edgar Allan Poe? Not only is this poem a bit of a joke (as far as poems go), with a secret code waiting to be cracked, but this poem also served to create a lot of romantic drama between two famous poets. Be sure to look me up on Audible for your next audiobook! Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Episode music and narration by Tyna...

Text the show There's nothing like a little romance to make Edgar Allan Poe take pen to paper. Today we examine a poem from 1829, which Poe wrote as a young man. It explores not only the quiet joy of having found romance, but just as well the potential of romance to have devastating effects on oneself. A torrential thing indeed. Remember to support the show, share with others and subscribe! Send a text to the podcast and it will be answered on the show! Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.c...

Text the show Times are daunting for a lot of us right now, and it can feel like we are alone. I hope this poem speaks to many of you, to any of you, and lets you know that you are not alone. Others feel what you are feeling, and know what you are going through. Support The Poe Show! https://ko-fi.com/thepoeshow Website: https://www.thepoeshow.com/ Episode music and narration by Tynan Portillo. Horror Movie Reviews on The Poe Show YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoeshowpodcast B...

Text the show The Poe Show is finally entering the true crime genre! There is a plethora of true crime cases from the 19th century that I could feature on this podcast, but for this episode I chose the axe murder trials of Lizzie Borden. A grisly murder, a surprising suspect, and twists and turns that will have you engaged from the very start! If you'd like to hear more true crime stories from the 19th century on this podcast, then lets blow this episode up in the algorithm! Please share th...

Text the show Yes, that’s right. Victorian ghost stories are becoming a regular occurrence on The Poe Show! This time, our ghost story from 1858 follows a man who happens to dine with the devil. After dinner, the two travel to their “journey’s end” together, passing many other lost souls. James Hain Friswell wrote this spooky winter tale over 160 years ago, but the dreary and ghostly narrative is as entertaining today as it has ever been! Now, please enjoy The Oxford Ghost. Otherwise known as...