The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories

By: Scott Miller
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  • 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. Our spacefaring odyssey takes us beyond the confines of light-years, venturing into the unknown to unveil the secrets of distant planets and the enigmatic beings that inhabit them.


    Join us three 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, Fritz Leiber, Alan E. Nourse, Frederik Pohl, and countless others, we bring you short stories that have shaped the genre for generations.


    Prepare to journey back in time, sixty, 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.


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  • S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov - Early Isaac Asimov Short Story

    S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov - Early Isaac Asimov Short Story
    Nov 25 2024

    An unusual short story you’ve probably never heard, from one of the greatest authors in science fiction history. S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.


    Have you ever heard of this story by Isaac Asimov? It’s always fascinating to hear from you when you tell us you remember reading a story 50 or more years ago, so we’d love to know somewhere in your past did you read S as in Zebatinsky? Comment where you can, like Spotify and YouTube or send us an email, scott@lostscifi.com. We always love hearing from you!


    From Star Science Fiction, a magazine edited by Frederik Pohl, open your January 1958 issue to page 33, S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov…


    Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Two Earthmen are trapped in an invisible maze on the planet Venus. In the Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft.


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  • A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury - Ray Bradbury Short Stories

    A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury - Ray Bradbury Short Stories
    Nov 21 2024

    She'd paid good money to see the inevitable… and then had to work to make it happen! A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.


    We are thankful for you. Our audience continues to grow all over the world and we cannot thank you enough for your support. We’d also like to thank Anne who bought 5 coffee’s. Anne had this to say, “Thank you so much for letting us relive the stories written by so many talented story tellers. Your mellifluous voice is a joy to my ears.” Thanks Anne for your amazing compliment and for your support.


    More Ray Bradbury stories because, well… it’s Ray Bradbury. Our story was published in Galaxy Science Fiction in August 1951 let’s turn to page 152, A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury…


    Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, An unusual short story you’ve probably never heard, from one of the greatest authors in science fiction history. S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov


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    21 mins
  • The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle- Short Science Fiction Story From the 1950s

    The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle- Short Science Fiction Story From the 1950s
    Nov 18 2024

    At fifteen he was sent to war to fight an enemy he couldn't understand. But more puzzling was the victory to be won—after he met defeat! The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.


    Once again we are narrating a story by an author that we know almost nothing about. Arnold Castle wrote four stories that were published from 1954 to 1960 and today’s story was his first.


    From Imagination Stories of Science and Fantasy in October 1954 we will find our story on page 80, The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle…


    Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, She'd paid good money to see the inevitable… and then had to work to make it happen! A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury.


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    ❤️ ❤️ Thanks to All Our Listeners Who Bought Us a Coffee


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    $75 James Van Maanenberg


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Brilliant! Great narrator and choice of stories

Very happy with discovering this podcast! it is obvious that the narrator loves sci- fi and the introduction to each story makes it even better experience. I have been a huge sci fi fan since childhood and still thanks to this podcast learn new interesting facts about the authors as well as discovering authors I haven't read before.
Thank you for creating this wonderful podcast!
I hope more sci fi fan learn about it as it is brilliant!

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Probably the best vintage sci-fi podcast available in English

The above also applies to both content and narration. Would definitely recommend anyone with an interest in science fiction of any kind to try it.

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