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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2026 · 19 MIN

X Minus One: Something for Nothing (04-10-1957)

from Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio · host Dwight Allen

In this classic science-fiction tale, a down-on-his-luck man discovers a mysterious machine that can make his wishes come true. What starts as a dream of instant wealth and effortless success quickly spirals into a surreal lesson about power, responsibility, and the price of getting everything you want.Adapted from Robert Sheckley’s “Something for Nothing,” this episode blends sharp satire with imaginative future-tech worldbuilding, building from a simple, irresistible premise into a darkly funny twist ending. If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if a wish came with a bill, this story has your answer.

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