Sinister Minutes

Guest author Kerrie Strong provides us with a delightfully spooky vintage, a modern take on a Poe classic. Plus a musical interlude from Tim to bring us ever closer to Halloween.

Fortunato, renowned wine expert, called upon to offer his esteemed opinion on a very special vintage. Plus a delightful musical interlude to set the October season.

What drives the old man to compose the unsettling music that he does? Why is he so secretive about his work? And what horrific sights might be seen through his window?

Romance blooms amongst high schoolers in a tale called "Homecoming." It's a tale of patience, of waiting a whole year for just the right moment.Then it's on to dating in the modern world with a story called "Cold Hard Cache." Taking a date to dinner and a movie is so 20th century. Nowadays, there's ample opportunity to take a prospective partner exploring through all sorts of hidden places: some of them way out in the wide open spaces, others buried deep inside.

A whole bunch of goodies await in this episode!We kick off with the Changeling, bringing up ancient folktales about the Fey and what it's like to deal with them.Moving on from that, our brains need sleep in order to recharge and reboot. The story Sleep is all about the kinds of things that might happen when insomnia wins the battle.Pretty Bullet, the third tale, is a story of rapid-fire enlightenment: who has time for a lifetime of learning?Shadow People is a musical closing, a little something to keeps the mood going well after the podcast has ended.

Pirate legends. Bourbon Street. Treasure maps. Welcome to New Orleans, home to good food, an endless party, and an underworld that sets its own rules.

A last dance in which everyone gets to kick up their heels. No formal attire required, we'll provide some very special neckties for everyone. They're quite adjustable, so one size fits all.Originally presented live as part of the Holland Patent Mayfaire on May 18, 2024.