Radio Rental

Episode 86

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Aug 15, 2025
Discover tales from a mysterious video rental shop that delve into generational curses and family traumas. One story unfolds a haunting legacy marked by tragic deaths. Another recounts an eerie family outing that takes a chilling turn. Meanwhile, the librarian faces her own challenges as she juggles unsettling tales with her quest to find a missing colleague. Expect a mix of humor and horror, along with playful ghostly banter that brings a unique twist to these spine-tingling narratives.
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ANECDOTE

Generational Pattern Of Violent Deaths

  • The storyteller traces a string of violent, unexpected deaths through his paternal line stretching back to 1897.
  • Each fatality was discovered by a child and felt like a generational curse shaping family fear and behavior.
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First Documented Death On The Farm

  • The great-great grandfather was found hanging in a barn by his daughter after failing to return for supper.
  • The family framed it as either suicide or dementia-era tragedy, marking the curse's first documented death.
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Accidental Machinery Death Of Byron

  • The great-grandfather, Byron, was crushed by a raised skid loader bucket while leaving it running.
  • His daughter found him, reinforcing the repeating pattern of children discovering the deaths.
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