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Rish Outcast
by Rish Outfield
Rish Outfield shares his stories and discusses them.
Episodes
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Rish Outcast 339: I Don't Think That's Funny At All
After the recent(ish) White House Correspondents Dinner, I wanted to talk about what I find funny and what I don't. So, there will be a bit of profanity here. Rish Benjamin Outfield once said that spit-takes and Uranus jokes are always funny. Does that still hold up? What about fart jokes and…
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Rish Outcast 338: In Security 12 (That's Our Guy)
Rish tells more library stories, and worries that being too honest will make him look bad. Has his empathy started to run low? Case in point: When there came a threat to the building, Rish happened to be the one who was "just sitting there." Is your job as boring as mine? Care you to download the...
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Podcast That Dares 71: Landlady & Skin
Rish performs two Roald Dahl short stories: 1959's "The Landlady," about a young man looking for a boarding house in a new town; and 1952's "Skin," about an old man in Paris with a very unusual tattoo. To download the episode, just Right-Click HERE. To support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by...
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Rish Outcast 337: What It's All About
Big Anklevich joins Rish for his new sketch "What It's All About." A father and son drive along, contemplating the meaning of songs. Wikipedia may disagree, however. Remember, you can download the file by Right-Clicking HERE. Don't forget, you can support my Patreon by clicking HERE. Logo by Gino...
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Rish Outcast 336: I Hate What You Like
Rish talks about seeing opposition to things people love (brought on by backlash to OBSESSION and TOY STORY 5) and wonders why that is. Is it human nature? Is he guilty of it himself? Will he talk about Olivia Rodrigo again? And of course, recent American politics comes into it as well. Can we...
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Rish Outcast 335: In Security 11 (Are You Seeing This?)
After a bit of political talk--what can one do against such reckless hate?--Rish talks about a possible intruder in the building. Also, dealing with criticism, a book signing, A.I., sickness, a possible Halloween program, a couple with unbelievable stamina. And Trump--did he need to be brought up...
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Rish Outcast 334: My Friend of Misery 5
In the final segment of the novella, Brielle Montrose has moved far away from her brother...but does that mean she is also far from his supernatural associate? I hope you have enjoyed this (lengthy) presentation. I think I know which one I plan to do next, but if you have a suggestion, feel free…
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Rish Outcast 333: My Friend of Misery 4
Rish presents the fourth chunk (a technical term) of his novella "My Friend of Misery." Can Brielle Montrose convince her brother to abandon his new best pal? Or is it far too late? If you want to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you want to support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by…
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Rish Outcast 332: You're My Obsession
Rish is head over heels for this 2026 Horror movie OBSESSION, directed by Curry Barker, which has made a ton of money and garnered a bunch of praise. And while Rish tries to skirt spoilers, here's one: he never quite manages to properly explain why the movie was so scary to him. While we're at…
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Podcast That Dares 70: The Crystal Egg
Rish presents HG Wells's 1897 Science Fiction tale, "The Crystal Egg." It tells us about Mister Cave, an antique shop owner who is oddly protective of a decorative glass egg in the store's possession. Yeah, 1897. If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish to support me on...
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Rish Outcast 330: My Friend of Misery 3
It's the new normal. Brielle Montrose tries to live her life, while her brother and his new "friend" are living theirs. Afterwards, Rish opens a can of worms talking about bullies (I even considered cutting it out, since the episode was so long, but here we are) and even quotes Nietzsche. Note:...
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Rish Outcast 329: In Security 10 (Call The Police, There's A Madman Around)
It's our tenth episode hecktacular! Still waiting on the new bathroom lock, by the way. Rish talks about a patron making accusations on the night the police were called twice. And an outtake that made Rish cry before recording it. If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish...
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Podcast That Dares 69: The Cold Equations
Rish presents one of the most famous Science Fiction stories of the 20th Century, 1954's "The Cold Equations" by Tom Godwin. Afterward, Rish talks about the story at length. How big a shock is the reveal of the stowaway, and what does that say about the reader? What was the hardest part of...
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Rish Outcast 328: My Friend of Misery 2
In the second section of "My Friend of Misery," little brother Brent has a new friend, and Brielle Montrose is starting to suspect it's not a great idea to spend time with the boogeyman. Afterward, Rish talks about who Brielle is, killing off parents in a story like this, and a ton about child...
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Rish Outcast 327: My Friend of Misery 1
After a very long introduction, Rish presents the first section of his novella "My Friend of Misery." Teenager Brielle Montrose hears a voice coming from her little brother Brent's room in the middle of the night. And it sure ain't Bluey. Afterward, Rish tells (in excruciating detail) the...
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Rish Outcast 326: In Security 9 (The Thing Wrapped In The Blanket)
Rish tells a lengthy (interminable?) story about a patron with a wrapped-up object. "Incompetence is about to strike." Also, he encounters The Man In The Stall. Note: I really ought to go back and retroactively retitle all these episodes with lurid titles like this one. If you'd like to download...
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Rish Outcast 325: The Realest Song That Ever Was
Guest-starring Big Anklevich, Rish airs his daddy issues and simultaneously proclaims his love for 4 Non Blondes' only hit song. They chat about nostalgia, Van Halen, the title of this podcast, and of course, they talk Pixar. And does Big know any Smashmouth lyrics? If you want to download the...
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Rish Outcast 324: Writers Conference Report 2026 Part 2
Rish finishes talking about this year's conference. Look at me, Gino! It's all for you! Rish talks about a writer who only managed to write one book in a year, about meeting a Disney director, about letting your subconscious work out plot details, tries to answer a couple of Marshal Latham...
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Rish Outcast 323: Writers Conference Report 2026 1
The yearly writers conference that Rish goes to has come and gone, and somebody somewhere wanted an episode about it. Be careful what you wish for, son. In this half, Rish asks "Am I arrogant?" He encounters the author of "Dungeon Crawler Carl." He attends a panel by a writer that hogs all the...
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Podcast That Dares 68: The Number Thirteen
Rish presents M.R. James's 1904 spooky story, "The Number Thirteen." A historian in Denmark stays in Room 12 of the local inn . . . but who is in Room 13? And is there even a Room 13? Rish then talks and talks about the ending of the story (and so should you). If you wish to download the episode,...
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Rish Outcast 322: The Dark Gift 2
Finishing the presentation of "The Dark Gift." Thanks to you. People are finally starting to notice Nobie Miller . . . a lot of people at the Pickle Days carnival. And they're noticing her a lot. Rish goes to a pretty dark place (no pun intended) with the discussion afterward, but also explains…
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Rish Outcast 321: The Dark Gift Part I
Rish presents the first half of his recent carnival story, "The Dark Gift." Nobie, Eris, and Grump are enjoying the 1992 Pickle Days celebration when Nobie spins a wheel and it stops on something it wasn't supposed to. Afterward, Rish explains the title and inspiration--making this probably the...
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Rish Outcast 320: In Security 8
Rish tells more stories about being a security guard. Will it ever stop? Yo, I don't know. In this one, Rish talks about being at the library for one year, as well as the lady who has seizures, and what seems like actual progress with her. He also talks about the relationship between librarians…
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Podcast That Dares 67: Brothers Beyond The Void
Rish, with special guest Big Anklevich, presents Paul W. Fairman's 1952 story, "Brothers Beyond The Void," about the first man to visit Mars. They also talk about the classic episode of television it inspired. To download this episode, Right-Click HERE. To support Rish on his Patreon page, click...
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Rish Outcast 319: New Year's 2026 Show
Rish talks about his family Christmas party and whether his table or his sister's table won the Best Table vote. Also, how did he do with his 2025 goals . . . and would he be foolish enough to make some in 2026? If you want to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you want to support me on...
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Podcast That Dares 65: The Birds
Happy Halloween, kids! What, it's not Halloween where you are? For an extra-long treat (rather than a trick), Rish presents Daphne du Maurier's 1952 story "The Birds," about an English village beset by flocks of avian killers almost as sick of humanity as you are. Apparently, they once made a…
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Rish Outcast 317: In Security 7
Rish talks about some experiences with the homeless and homelessness itself, friendship with his boss, bionic implants, going to the library on his day off, and how working as a security guard has changed him. Also, Supergirl. If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish to...
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Rish Outcast 318: The Last Christmas
For the holiday episode this year, Rish presents his story "The Last Christmas." Jason finds a box on his doorstep, presumably a present for him . . . but it's one that will change everything. Enjoy? Note: we'll postpone Episode 317 to next time. Download the file directly by Right-Clicking HERE....
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Rish Outcast 316: Door Number Three 2
...and the story continues. Here I present the 2025 portion of the story "Door Number Three," written after considering the original ending unsatisfying/unsatisfactory. Afterward, I'm including the original second half of the first episode, where I talk about what I would do differently if I…
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Rish Outcast 315: Door Number Three 1
Rish shares a story from many years ago about a babysitter that discovers a new door in the hallway. It was meant to be a single episode, way back in March or April . . . but then it mutated. Just like your sister-in-law. Remember, you can download the file by Right-Clicking HERE. Don't forget…
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Podcast That Dares 64: Smee
Rish presents A.M. Burrage's 1931 short horror story "Smee." A young man tells of a disturbing experience that happened to him while playing a game similar to Hide & Seek. As always, you can download the file by Right-Clicking HERE. And of course, you should support my Patreon by clicking HERE...
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Rish Outcast 314: The Factory of Fear
Happy Belated Halloween (I had intended to put out this one at the end of October, and I never hit Publish . . . sorry)! Rish shares an experience from 2024 of attending The Fear Factory, an elaborate haunted house with his aunt and cousins. Spoiler: he makes it out alive. Note: Since this was...
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Rish Outcast 313: In Security 6
Rish talks a little more about working at the library. In this volume, we get: 1) When a bomb threat calls 2) An exchange of puzzles 3) Sleeping beauty and the runaway toddler 4) The new librarian's new "friend" Bonus . . . 5) Oh, no. If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you...
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Podcast That Dares 63: The Slizzers
Rish presents Jerome Bixby's 1953 tale, "The Slizzers." When his buddy lets his guard down at their usual poker game, Jerry discovers the man is not what he appears to be. Guest-starring Big Anklevich as Fred! Note: Episode 62 was for Patreon supporters only. So there. If you'd like to download…
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Rish Outcast 312: Heads Up
Rish presents a very short story he wrote a number of years ago for a match-the-image contest, about a boy who gets a strange visit from his brother in the night. Then Rish talks about floating Danny Glick and the last time he saw A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984). Download the file directly by...
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Podcast That Dares 61: Goodnight, Mr. James
Rish presents Clifford D. Simak's 1951 Sci-Fi tale "Goodnight, Mr. James," where an unstoppable alien creature escapes captivity and only one man (or technically, two) can stop it. It was also the basis for a 1964 episode of "The Outer Limits" called "The Duplicate Man," which only the Patreon...
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Rish Outcast 311: In Security 5
This is the big one folks--the most significant thing I've experienced since coming to work as a security guard*--and hopefully, I tell it well. So, in this episode, you'll hear: 1. The Patron That Was M-wording 2. The Sleeper Has Not Awakened 3. Rish Says Inappropriate Things About Minecraft…
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Rish Outcast 310: Judge Not
It's time for another sketch, guest-starring Bigglesby Anklevich! This one's called "Judge Not" and deals with a boss very pleased his employee is not the judgmental type. If you want to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you want to support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by Gino "Fudge...
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Podcast That Dares 60: 30 Seconds - 30 Days
Rish presents Arthur C. Clarke's 1949 Sci-Fi tale "30 Seconds - 30 Days." If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish to support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by Gino "Dirty Seconds" Moretto.
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Rish Outcast 309: MagicClaw
Rish presents his 2014 claw game story, "MagicClaw." Two brothers discover the claw game at the convenience store is more than meets the eye. Play at your own risk. To download the episode, Right-Click HERE. To support my hopeless efforts on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by Gino "MagicBra" Moretto.
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Rish Outcast 308: In Security 4
The mean man, Rish Outfield, tells more stories about being a library security guard, including: 1. The Vomit and the Unlucky Patron 2. The Guy Who Says That The Library Is For Everyone 3. "I don't know you. Are you new here?" If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish to...
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Rish Outcast 307: Like Stamp-Collecting
After going to two different comic-related sales, Rish talks about comic books, and a chilling prediction someone made. Also, Fake Sean knows a special place where boys and girls can all be queens every single day. To download the episode, Right-Click HERE. To support me on Patreon, click HERE....
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Rish Outcast 306: With A Banjo On My Knee
Rish presents his story, "With A Banjo On My Knee," written for a Journey Into... contest, that, despite not winning the contest, he thinks is pretty good. Garrett McClarren finds an old banjo in an alley and discovers that it has the power to soothe the savage . . . well, Los Angeleno. If you…
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Podcast That Dares 59: For The Blood Is The Life
Rish presents F. Marion Crawford's 1911 short story "For The Blood Is The Life." Drink up! To download the episode, Right-Click HERE. To support my vain efforts on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by Gino "The Stud Is The Life" Moretto.
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Rish Outcast 305: In Security 3
Rish talks--at length--about a library patron suffering from mental illness, he tries to say "Who cares?" more often, watches Active Shooter Training, plays detective in The Case of the Stolen Backpack, and facilitates a proposal. And says "of course" a lot. As always, you can download the file…
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Rish Outcast 304: A Group Hug Saves The World
After watching Marvel's THE THUNDERBOLTS (spoiler warning), Rish muses about the possibility of solving problems with a hug instead of a fist. And Fake Sean tries his own squeezin, touchin, and lovin. Download the episode by Right-Clicking HERE. Support me on Patreon HERE. Logo by Gino "Group…
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Podcast That Dares 58: Notebook Found In A Deserted House
I guess it's been enough time to do another Robert Bloch story . . . hasn't it? This one is the 1951 Lovecraft homage, "Notebook Found In A Deserted House," about a twelve year old boy who discovers that the only thing worse than a mystery is the answer behind said mystery. If you wish to…
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Rish Outcast 303: Reply Hazy
Rish shares an old story, "Reply Hazy," about a young man named Rafael, whose Magic 8 Ball really is magic. If you wish to download the episode, Right-Click HERE. If you wish to support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by Gino "Reply Crazy" Moretto.
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Podcast That Dares 57: The Three D's
Rish shares the (very) short 1957 story "The Three D's" by well-known poet Ogden Nash. If Victoria is going to join a select group at her school, she must do something Daring, Deadly, and Done-never-before. To download the episode, Right-Click HERE. To support me on Patreon, click HERE. Logo by...
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Rish Outcast 302: In Security 2
It's time for some more library security guard stories, including helping an old woman, the homeless guy role call, including the guy ranting about Taylor Swift and the dude who really loved the libary. Note: I edited this one on my desktop, with no access to my usual sounds, and had to make do...
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Rish Outfield shares his stories and discusses them.
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