Auditory Anthology

Embark on a journey through time and imagination with ‘Auditory Anthology,’ a weekly podcast bringing to life the most captivating science fiction stories. Each episode, award-winning voice-artist and host of Weird Darkness Darren Marlar breathes life into a unique blend of classic and modern tales, ranging from time-honored masterpieces to groundbreaking works by emerging authors. Curated and produced by Keith Conrad.

The Last Class by Richard Banks

In a rigid future where history is erased and individuality is suppressed, a once-loyal teacher secretly teaches her students about the chaotic, passionate 20th century—until the authorities discover her subversion, forcing her to face the ultimate...

Tales From the Blue Line – No Way Out

When a film crew enters an abandoned building for a paranormal investigation, they quickly realize the structure is far more than just haunted—it’s a shifting labyrinth where reality bends, time loops, and doorways lead to nowhere... or worse.

The Time Snatcher by Randall Garrett

This week’s story is The Time Snatcher by Randall Garrett. A time-traveling lawman is sent to the Old West to stop a rogue criminal from altering history, but his mission takes a personal turn when he discovers the woman he loves is a victim of the...

One Way by Miriam Allen deFord

This week’s story is One Way by Miriam Allen deFord. It’s a story that looks at the sacrifices made for progress, as well as the ethical dilemmas posed by scientific advancement and societal control. If you have a story you’d like to contribute to...

A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber

This week’s story is A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber. On an ordinary day in Times Square, Robie, the world’s first mobile sales robot, rolls through the crowds with charm and ingenuity—until an unthinkable disaster puts his programming...