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The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short StoriesTimeless Tales from the Golden Age of Sci-Fi Author: Scott Miller
Step aboard our cosmic vessel and embark on a thrilling journey through the annals of science fiction history. Delve into the realms of imagination with us as we traverse the vast expanses of the solar system, encountering aliens, robots, and spacefaring brigands amidst the twinkling stars.Join us several times a week as we unearth timeless tales penned by the luminaries of vintage sci-fi literature. From the visionary minds of Philip K. Dick to the poetic prose of Ray Bradbury, from the boundless imagination of Isaac Asimov to the pioneering works of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Harlan Ellison, and countless others, we bring you short stories that have shaped the genre for generations.Prepare to journey back in time a hundred years, or more, to an era when these awe-inspiring narratives first graced the pages of pulp magazines and sci-fi anthologies. Yet, paradoxically, our destination often lies in the distant future, where the echoes of these literary marvels continue to resonate.Guiding us through this celestial voyage is our narrator, Scott Miller, who serves as your companion and guide as we traverse the cosmos, exploring the wonders of yesteryear and the possibilities of tomorrow. Join us as we navigate the depths of space and time, embarking on an adventure that transcends the boundaries of imagination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Arts, Fiction, Performing Arts, Science Fiction Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Holes by Michael Shaara
Episode 456
Friday, 21 November, 2025
A routine survey of an unremarkable planet spirals into dread as two explorers discover a network of perfectly round holes that seem to defy nature, physics, and common sense. What begins as scientific curiosity soon becomes a race to understand what’s growing beneath the sand—and why the holes are widening. The Holes by Michael Shaara. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.This has been an absolutely incredible week. Just days ago we became the #1 science fiction podcast in Finland—then Denmark—and at the same time we returned to #1 in Kenya. The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast has now reached the #1 spot in 32 countries, something we never even imagined when we started this journey.We’ve also crossed roughly 1,000 ratings and reviews across all platforms, with an amazing 4.9 out of 5 average. You made that happen. Your ratings, your reviews, and every time you share the show have pushed us to the top in Finland, Denmark, Kenya, and 29 other countries.Wherever you live and however you listen, thank you for helping us achieve something extraordinary. Our promise is simple—we’ll honor your support by continuing to bring you the very best in vintage science fiction. The mission is the same as it was when we began, I will narrate vintage sci-fi and share these amazing stories with you for the rest of my life.Every once in a while, I start narrating a story and enjoy it so much that I have to stop, step out of the booth, and search for more by the same author. It happened again today while recording today’s tale. So there’s another story by Michael Shaara in our next episode.What begins as a routine planetary survey turns strange when two explorers encounter perfectly round shafts that plunge into impossible depths. Their instruments fail, their assumptions crumble, and the truth they uncover is something neither of them could prepare for.Crack open the June 1954 edition of Fantastic and turn to page 116, The Holes by Michael Shaara…Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, A desperate Contact Man races to secure a planetary trade contract, only to discover a world ruled entirely by astrology and fear. When a disastrous landing sends him spiraling into the underworld of Mert, he must outwit fate itself to survive — and change the future. Conquest Over Time by Michael Shaara. Newsletter - https://lostscifi.com/free/☕ Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/scottsVFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLostSciFiPodcastTwitter - https://x.com/LostSciFiPodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lostscifiguy❤️ ❤️ Thanks to Our Listeners Who Bought Us a Coffee$200 Someone$100 Tony from the Future$75 James Van Maanenberg$50 MizzBassie, Anonymous Listener$25 Someone, Eaten by a Grue, Jeff Lussenden, Fred Sieber, Anne, Craig Hamilton, Dave Wiseman, Bromite Thrip, Marwin de Haan, Future Space Engineer, Fressie, Kevin Eckert, Stephen Kagan, James Van Maanenberg, Irma Stolfo, Josh Jennings, Leber8tr, Conrad Chaffee, Anonymous Listener$15 Every Month Someone$15 Amy Özkan, Someone, Carolyn Guthleben, Patrick McLendon, Curious Jon, Buz C., Fressie, Anonymous Listener$10 Anonymous Listener$5 Every Month Eaten by a Grue$5 Denis Kalinin, Timothy Buckley, Andre'a, Martin Brown, Ron McFarlan, Tif Love, Chrystene, Richard Hoffman, Anonymous ListenerPlease participate in our podcast survey https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/to/gNLcxQlk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
