91 episodes

Proudly brought to you by the fine folks at the Astonishing Legends Podcast- Not just another show but a place you can go: The Midnight Library.

You alone, can climb the stairs of the strange, old Victorian mansion and be somewhat welcomed by your Hosts, Miranda Merrick & Mr. Darling. Curl up in a window seat or beside the grand fireplace and hear a tale of times long ago. Be transported to forgotten lands, learn about ancient customs and mysterious happenings… all in the company of your unusual hosts in their unique setting. Just stay in the cordoned off areas and you should be fine…

The Midnight Library Astonishing Legends Productions

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.6 • 1K Ratings

Proudly brought to you by the fine folks at the Astonishing Legends Podcast- Not just another show but a place you can go: The Midnight Library.

You alone, can climb the stairs of the strange, old Victorian mansion and be somewhat welcomed by your Hosts, Miranda Merrick & Mr. Darling. Curl up in a window seat or beside the grand fireplace and hear a tale of times long ago. Be transported to forgotten lands, learn about ancient customs and mysterious happenings… all in the company of your unusual hosts in their unique setting. Just stay in the cordoned off areas and you should be fine…

    The Murder of Durable Mike Malloy

    The Murder of Durable Mike Malloy

    Greetings, My Dear... Lone... Guest, I thought I'd have you in for tea on this beautiful, early fall evening... to discuss... MURDER. But, not just any murder... a slow, plotting, gentle murder... at least at first. The clueless victim didn't even realize he was being murdered, so that's better, right? We think so. Please, make yourself comfortable alone here with me and... enjoy your treats and tea. And everything... will be just fine... eventually. Love, Miranda

    ps. wear gloves if you have them... for... reasons. Thank you for visiting and... I'm sorry

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 42 min
    Owls: The Harbingers of Doom

    Owls: The Harbingers of Doom

    RAVENOUS RAPTOR FANS REJOICE! Tonight, by special request, we celebrate OWLS!-- and all that they are amazingly capable of! Even if you have a fear of owls, we invite you to cozy up in The Reading Room to hear of their luscious history and alluring lore... and even what they're hungry for. Keep your eyes peeled for our Miss Harlow... if you have no fear... yet.

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 33 min
    The Victorian Obsession with Shrunken Heads

    The Victorian Obsession with Shrunken Heads

    My very dear guest, we have a rather unique and meaningful story as tonight's offering here in The Reading Room.  It will undoubtedly pique your morbid interest, as the subject is "The Victorian Obsession with Shrunken Heads"  But more than this, I believe it will touch, or even awaken, something with in you that will cause you to think differently about this dire subject- and the two groups of people and the victims of the process whom the story is about.  It's my honor to share their story with you.  Please make yourself at home to listen.  Sincerely, Miranda Merrick

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 42 min
    Fairies in Art!

    Fairies in Art!

    Welcome in Dear Guest! We know that some of you have been waiting for another visit to this beloved topic for quite some time, so tonight, we have a spritely telling of Fairies in Art! These enchanting creatures live in the hearts and minds of people all over the globe, and thanks to some magically gifted artists, now everyone can see them!... not just us. Your ethereal host will describe for you, 2 paintings, Midsummer Eve, by Edward Robert Hughes, and Spirit of the Night, by John Atkinson Grimshaw. And, several fabulous fairy beings in the astoundingly popular book, Faeries, by Brian Froud and Alan Lee. Now, find your favorite seat... and we'll all have a nice break from boring reality!

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 40 min
    Romulus, Remus, & Lupercalia!

    Romulus, Remus, & Lupercalia!

    Do we "not" have a surprise for YOU, Dear Guests! Tonight your bewitching host has for you- the amazing story of Romulus, Remus, & Lupercalia, the ancient feast day, and in-the-buff frenzied frolic that brought romance and fertility to lovers for perhaps thousands of years... and we're totally "not" reviving the wild tradition...nor will we tell you exactly where and when ...and what to wear to the celebration, so "don't" listen closely (wink, wink)

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 34 min
    Of Ghost Ships and the Risen Dead

    Of Ghost Ships and the Risen Dead

    All Aboard Dear Guests! Tonight, we are off on a dire and dreary seafaring adventure! First, there will be rumors of sightings of the Famous Ghost Ship, The Flying Dutchman. This ethereal ship has emerged out of the mists to strike fear and bestow doom upon its many beholders... and we are so here for it! Then, we will witness the building, sinking, and astonishing raising of Sweden's colossal warship, Vasa... including her dead, that you can visit today. Please join us! (Lifeboats will not be provided.)

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
1K Ratings

1K Ratings

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Magnificent

I love to listen to podcasts while I do things like draw, knit, and garden. This was the first podcast that I ever chose to sponsor on Patreon. It’s creative and you can feel the passion of the writer for what she’s creating.

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Mystical and Lovely

This podcast is amazing! Miranda’s voice is awesome. My favorite part of this podcast is the “advertising” in it. She’s so creative. The Masked Ball episode was amazing. Highly recommend this. This is the podcast I listen to when I need a “palette cleanser” for my other podcasts. Highly recommended

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