A lonely railway signalman working in a remote cutting is haunted by a mysterious figure that appears before tragedy strikes. When a visitor learns of the signalman’s terrifying experiences, the line between warning and fate begins to blur. In this classic ghost story by Charles Dickens, dread builds with every passing train as an unsettling mystery unfolds beneath the red warning light.

The Signal-Man was originally published in 1866 and is in the public domain.

Written by Charles Dickens Narrated by Alexander Armin Presented by Midnight Murmurs

Tonight on Midnight Murmurs, we journey into The Empty House by Algernon Blackwood, a classic tale of supernatural dread. As two investigators enter a house with a sinister reputation, they discover that some places are best left undisturbed.

Credits

Story: The Empty House by Algernon Blackwood (Public Domain)

Narration: Alexander Armin

Podcast: Midnight Murmurs

Cover Art: Created by Alexander Armin

Music: Original music by Alexander Armin

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