Sep 6, 2026 9 min

#34 Why I Never Left 1982

from Stories from Elsewhere | Sci-Fi, Speculative & Literary Short Fiction Hosted by Scott Glassman

Murray has everything he needs in 1982: mix tapes, Rubik’s Cubes, arcade games—and a special friend. But when his mother suggests it may finally be time to leave, Murray must decide whether the future is really somewhere worth returning to. Now you can listen to Stories from Elsewhere 24/7 by asking Alexa to play Elsewhere Radio. Support the show by sharing a story you love! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.storiesfromelsewhere.com

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