PODCAST · fiction
tiny frights
by Carl Bettis
Horror-themed poetry and prose from past and upcoming issues of the tiny frights e-zine.
Episodes
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No episode October 31, 2024
There will be no tiny frights podcast this week, because we’re busy putting the finishing touches on the Halloween 2024 issue. The podcast will return next week. Happy Halloween! You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back…
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Episode 59 - When Spirits Return, Requesting a Favor, by LindaAnn LoSchiavo
Learning to be dead is a difficult lesson. Episode 59 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “When Spirits Return, Requesting a Favor” by LindaAnn LoSchiavo, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 58 - How Green Was My Valley, by Robert Beveridge
Some workplaces have trouble retaining employees. Episode 58 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “How Green Was My Valley” by Robert Beveridge, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 57 - Everything You Know About Witches, by Warren Benedetto
What everybody knows ain’t necessarily so. Episode 57 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “Everything You Know About Witches” by Warren Benedetto, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 56 - Just before awaking, by Patricia Lawson
The dead just want to help. Episode 56 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Just before awaking” by Patricia Lawson, from the Halloween 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1…
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Episode 55 - Dark Light, by Holly Payne-Strange
It’s the eternal struggle. Episode 55 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Dark Light” by Holly Payne-Strange, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and…
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Episode 54 - Take Back the City, by A. J. Van Belle
Slogans might be interpreted in unexpected ways. Episode 54 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “Take Back the City” by A. J. Van Belle, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 53 - This Year for Halloween, by Thomas Gorn
Sometimes you have to remove the costume. Episode 53 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “This Year for Halloween” by Thomas Gorn, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 52 - The Language of Angels, by John Alex Hebert
Celestial discourse may not be melodious to human ears. Episode 52 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “The Language of Angels” by John Alex Hebert, from the Walpurgis 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 51 - A New Life in Red, by Douglas Gwilym
Every beginning requires something to end. Episode 51 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “A New Life in Red” by Douglas Gwilym, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 50 - Filling Graves, by Diane Funston
Self-care is important. Episode 50 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Filling Graves” by Diane Funston, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read…
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Episode 49 - Grey Mary, by Sean MacKendrick
Before you visit Wales, you might want to read up on the local fauna. Episode 49 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “Grey Mary” by Sean MacKendrick, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 48 - What the House Told Me, by Jennifer Rodrigues
Possibly most of our episodes should come with content warnings, but this one has a bit of explicit language. Episode 48 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “What the House Told Me” by Jennifer Rodrigues, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can...
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Episode 47 - The Welcoming Committee, by Cecilia Kennedy
Some places go out of their way to extend a friendly hand to new arrivals. Episode 47 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “The Welcoming Committee” by Cecilia Kennedy, from the Walpurgis 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine…
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Episode 46 - 4:56 AM, by Julie Allyn Johnson
The time just before sunrise is often eerier than midnight. Episode 46 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “4:56 AM” by Julie Allyn Johnson, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 45 - Gift, by Suzanna Fitzpatrick
Some gifts just keep on taking. Episode 45 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Gift” by Suzanna Fitzpatrick, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read...
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Episode 44 - Scary Fun, by Sarah Das Gupta
Where’s the line between scary and horrific? Episode 44 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Scary Fun” by Sarah Das Gupta, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 43 - Cursed, by Ian Erinson
Larry Talbot’s brother Barry was VP of M&A. Episode 43 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Cursed” by Ian Erinson, scheduled to appear in the Halloween 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 42 - There are no mosques in Abu Hashara, by Bitter Karella
Secrets have a price. Some take longer to pay off than others. Episode 42 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “There are no mosques in Abu Hashara” by Bitter Karella, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine…
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Episode 41 - The Grove, by Teresa Beeding
Nature’s bounty satisfies—sometimes. Episode 41 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “The Grove” by Teresa Beeding, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1…
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Episode 40 - Five of Wands, by Robert Beveridge
Conflict, competition, anxiety… this is why I don’t watch sports! Episode 40 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Five of Wands” by Robert Beveridge, from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 39 - Wolf, Running, by Ida Bettis Fogle
What will you find at journey’s end, and what will find you? Episode 39 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “Wolf, Running” by Ida Bettis Fogle, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 38 - As a Child in Scarecrow Downs, by John Grey
Some regrets remain evergreen. Episode 38 of the tiny frights podcast features the poem “As a Child in Scarecrow Downs” by John Grey, from the Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 37 - A Grim Harvest, by Melissa Pleckham
Happy Beltane, and may your garden flourish! Episode 37 of the tiny frights podcast features the story “A Grim Harvest” by Melissa Pleckham, from the just-published Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 36 - Wild Things Must Be Boxed and Labeled, by Nolcha Fox
It might be safest to think inside the box—depending on what’s in there! This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “Wild Things Must Be Boxed and Labeled” by Nolcha Fox, is from the Halloween 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny...
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Episode 35 - The House of Disappearances, by Jennifer Ruth Jackson
Let’s have a little lie-down, shall we? This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “The House of Disappearances” by Jennifer Ruth Jackson, is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 34 - Ruined, by Corrine Walsh
We are all ruined, unless we are especially unlucky. This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “Ruined” by Corrine Walsh, is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 33 - Let it Freeze, by Phyllis Becker
What a delightful omen of doom we’re having! This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “Let it Freeze” by Phyllis Becker, is from the upcoming Walpurgis 2024 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 32 - A Good Mother, by C. O. Davidson
We all want what’s best for our children—don’t we? This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the story “A Good Mother” by C. O. Davidson, is from the Halloween 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 31 - My Kafka, by Elizabeth Suggs
Do you think of Franz Kafka as a horror writer? Episode 31 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “My Kafka” by Elizabeth Suggs, is available now. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at...
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Episode 30 - Only Shadows, by Auzzie Jay
When you look into the dark, what do you hope to see? This week’s episode of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the story “Only Shadows” by Auzzie Jay, is from the Walpurgis 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 29 - Something Dark, by Nolcha Fox
On this Valentine’s Day episode of the tiny frights podcast, poet Nolcha Fox invites us to wear “Something Dark.” This week’s episode is from the Walpurgis 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 28 - Interesting Times, by Eve Ott
Is there anything more joyous and carefree than a nursery rhyme? Episode 28 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “Interesting Times” by Eve Ott, is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 27 - The Reason, by R.A. Pauli
Sometimes there’s a good reason for staying quiet. Episode 27 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the poem “The Reason” by R.A. Pauli, is from the Walpurgis 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 26 - untitled poem by Carl Bettis
Sometimes it seems like the world is contracting with the cold weather, doesn’t it? Episode 26 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring an untitled poem by Carl Bettis, is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 25 - Forever, by Jon Davies
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time for a cursed tale of renewal and rebirth. Episode 25 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring the microfiction “Forever” by Jon Davies, is from the Walpurgis 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email...
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Episode 24 - Bram Stoker’s Recipe, by LindaAnn LoSchiavo
This week's episode continues the vampire theme from last week, but with a different flavor. (No garlic, of course.) Episode 24 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring LindaAnn LoSchiavo’s poem “Bram Stoker’s Recipe,” is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can...
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Episode 23 - Poem from Dracula’s Coffin, by Jennifer Ruth Jackson
What’s the difference between inanimate and undead? Can that line move? Episode 23 of the tiny frights podcast, featuring Jennifer Ruth Jackson’s “Poem from Dracula’s Coffin,” is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine…
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Episode 22 - Broken World, by C.M. Saunders
Episode 22 of the tiny frights podcast captures the mood of my darkest days, and maybe of yours, too. “Broken World” by C.M. Saunders is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 21 - Early Morning in the Village, by John Grey
Episode 21 of the tiny frights podcast has the nameless dread of a looming Monday. “Early Morning in the Village” by John Grey is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at…
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Episode 20 - Language Lesson, by Cassandra Daucus
Episode 20 of the tiny frights podcast may convince you that the language app with the owl isn't so intimidating after all. “Language Lesson” by Cassandra Daucus is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at...
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Episode 19 - realization, by sylvester hobson
Episode 19 - “realization” by sylvester hobson is from the Walpurgis 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 18 - Night Comes Down, by Jason Ryberg
Episode 18 - “Night Comes Down” by Jason Ryberg is from the Walpurgis 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 17 - Attempted Escape Foiled, by Eve Ott
Episode 17 - “Attempted Escape Foiled” by Eve Ott is from the Walpurgis 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 16 - Fragrant Bodies, by Francesco Levato
Episode 16 - “Fragrant Bodies” by Francesco Levato is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 15 - Halloween, by Roberta Gould
Episode 15 - “Halloween” by Roberta Gould is from the Halloween 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 14 - Nightly Sojourn, by Jason Ryberg
Episode 14 - “Nightly Sojourn” by Jason Ryberg is from the Halloween 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 13 - Childhood Games, by Phyllis Becker
Episode 13 - “Childhood Games” by Phyllis Becker is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 12 - Night's Edge, by Thomas Zimmerman
Episode 12 - “Night's Edge” by Thomas Zimmerman is from the Halloween 2023 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Episode 11 - Vampire Tanka No. 1, by Carl Bettis
Episode 11 - “Vampire Tanka No. 1” by Carl Bettis is from the Walpurgis 2022 issue of tiny frights. Read by Anne Calvert. You can subscribe to the tiny frights email zine at https://tinyfrights.com/mlist/?p=subscribe&id=1 and read back issues at https://tinyfrights.com/issues/.
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Horror-themed poetry and prose from past and upcoming issues of the tiny frights e-zine.
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