This month, we celebrate Juneteenth with a classic from W.E.B. DuBois about a thief and a stranger that raises the question: is this redemption or punishment?

“Jesus Christ in Texas” by W.E.B. DuBois.

A joint production with Pseudopod.

Produced by Tal Minear.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

A transcript is available on the NIGHTLIGHT website.

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This week, a story by one of the most beloved Black authors of all time about a strange man who arrives in town.

“Uncle Monday” by Zora Neale Hurston.

Narrated by Cherrae Stuart.

Produced by Tal Minear.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

A transcript is available on the NIGHTLIGHT website.

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This week, NIGHTLIGHT returns with a dream…or is it a nightmare?

“The Spirit Bed” by Eden Royce originally appeared in the horror anthology Why Didn’t You Just Leave, edited by Julia Rios and Nadia Bulkin.

Narrated by Tonia Ransom.

Produced by Tal Minear.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

A transcript is available on the NIGHTLIGHT website.

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This week, 2 flash fiction stories of starvation and death.

“A Glimpse Into Those of Whom We Have Forgotten” by J.V. Sadler and “Ma Bess” by Timaeus Bloom.

Narrated by Tonia Ransom and Jarvis Bailey.

Produced by Davis Walden and Jen Zink.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

Co-Producer: Jen Zink

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This week, 2 flash fiction stories of the horrors of refusing to let go.

“Mrs. Bones” by Overcome Ibiteye and “I’m Down Here” by Bibi Osha.

Narrated by Tonia Ransom and Cherrae Stuart.

Produced by Davis Walden.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

Co-Producer: Jen Zink

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This week, who’s afraid of the big, bad wolf?

“The Substitute” by Gracie C. McKeever.

Narrated by Christian Young.

Produced by Davis Walden.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

Co-Producer: Jen Zink

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For our season 7 premiere, we feature a story about an unusual asylum.

 “Malaga” by Michelle Mellon.

A transcript is available on the NIGHTLIGHT website.

Narrated by Sandy Green.

Produced by Davis Walden.

Executive Producer and Host: Tonia Ransom

Co-Producer: Jen Zink

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We'll be on hiatus just a bit longer, but we've got a sci-fi podcast to share with you. Sanctuary stars American Horror Story's Lily Rabe and has 8 episodes ready for you to dive in to.

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Enjoy episode 1 of Visionaries. In 2185, the world is distinguished by two races: The Dead-eyes and the Visionaries. Visionaries are the next step in human evolution. They are born with unique eyes, giving them superhuman abilities. However, humans born with normal eyes are labeled as Dead-eyes. The disparity in power leads to the enslavement of all Dead-eyes. Listen to season one wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Dead-eye slaves' rebellion against the Visionaries.

Season 2 premieres on December 6!

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Can three unlikely heroes keep from arguing long enough to thwart a diabolical conspiracy? From the producers of Girl in Space comes Omen, a fantasy audio drama that explores ancient ruins, sails the high seas, and questions whether friendship truly is magic—all while cracking pirate skulls and dabbling in high explosives!

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