Ron's Amazing Stories

By Ronald Hood

What's Ron's Amazing Stories about?

Ron's Amazing stories is a weekly podcast which presents truly amazing tales. These will range from dramatic readings to old time radio. We also have interviews with authors, radio personalities and even sports legends.

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Ron's Amazing Stories episodes:

04.18.2024
RAS #636 - The Sense Of Wonder
On this episode of Ron's Amazing Stories, we have a special treat for you: a throwback edition of Johnny Is It True featuring four intriguing stories that will challenge your ability to discern fact from fiction. Get ready to put...
04.11.2024
RAS #635 - The Creature Inside
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we journey through the realm of cinema and the supernatural. We begin with an exploration of the iconic Alien film franchise. We review an audiobook made from a lost script that has gained a cult following....
04.04.2024
RAS #634 - The Fugitive
On Ron's Amazing Stories this week, we're taking a trip back to the 1930s for a thrilling adaptation of the classic film The Fugitive. The story follows a conflicted Catholic priest who is on the run in an unnamed Latin...
03.28.2024
RAS #633 - Yellow Sky
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have a special edition of Johnny Is It True featuring four stories about Priscilla, only one of which is true. Next up, we have an epic listener's story about a woman's encounter with a shadow...
03.21.2024
RAS #632 - The Lost Ship
On Ron’s Amazing Stories, we kick off the show with A Moment In Time, presented by Audible. We're transported back to September 29, 1954, as the Indians and the Giants face off in game one of the World Series. Next,...
03.14.2024
RAS #631 - Operation Tomorrow
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we have a thrilling audiobook review, a listener's story, and a classic tale from the golden age of radio. It begins with a review of the audiobook The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski. This...
03.07.2024
RAS #630 - Alan Pinkerton
On Ron’s Amazing Stories the show today we have a theme of sorts. We are going to review an audiobook all about the life and times of James McParland. Who is he you might ask? He was just one of...
02.29.2024
RAS #629 - SciFi Double Feature
On Ron’s Amazing Stories it is a double feature day. This episode is packed with twice the excitement, just like a two-for-one deal. We're excited to present two captivating listener stories that are sure to transport you to other realms....
02.22.2024
RAS #628 - The Battle Of The Magicians
On Ron's Amazing Stories we're kicking off the show with a review of the thrilling new audiobook series, Free Trader. Set in a distant future, this space opera follows the adventures of the Golden Warrior, a deadly and cunning sentient cat...
02.15.2024
RAS #627 - Martian VFW
On Ron's Amazing Stories, we have an exciting lineup of tales that will captivate your imagination. First up, we have a review of one of my favorite audiobooks, Moon - The Dragon Prince. This epic adventure combines a compelling storyline...
02.08.2024
RAS #626 - The Lost Race
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we bring back a popular segment of These Are Your Stories. It features a collection of Bigfoot tales that left a lasting impression on me, and you the listeners. It aired on episode #418 back in...
02.01.2024
RAS #625 - The 39 Steps
This week on Ron's Amazing Stories we will bring you a captivating adaptation of the classic spy thriller, The 39 Steps. The story is set in 1935. It follows the misadventures of a Canadian civilian named Richard Hannay, who finds...
01.25.2024
RAS #624 - The Soldier
Welcome to Ron's Amazing Stories, where we bring you the best in classic radio dramas and true tales of the supernatural. On this week's episode, we have a special treat for fans of the Golden Age of Radio. We're featuring...
01.18.2024
RAS #623 - Mr. Walker's Problem
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we review an audiobook that is exciting, the most original story Ron has heard in years, and at times is downright funny! Then we have a special These Are Your Stories. They are a collection of...
01.11.2024
RAS #622 - Night Train
On Ron’s Amazing Stories the theme is the train. We begin with a review of the audiobook Orphan Train Rider. This is a bit of American history that may surprise you. Then we hear an epic ghost story from a...
01.04.2024
RAS #621 - Brave New World
On this episode of Ron’s Amazing Stories we present a tale that should shock you. Brave New World was written by English author Aldous Huxley in 1931. It took the world by storm, but not everyone was happy about it....
12.21.2023
RAS #620 - A Traveler In Time.
On this episode of Ron's Amazing Stories, Ron will be reviewing the audiobook Killing Floor by Lee Child. This is the first book in the Jack Reacher series of novels. After the review, Ron will be sharing a listener story...
12.14.2023
RAS #619 - The Heart Of Kali
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have an odd set of stories from different genres. Ron reviews an audiobook from Zane Grey titled Riders of the Purple Sage (a classic western). Then we head to space for a science fiction adventure...
12.07.2023
RAS #618 - Elizabeth The Doll
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we are telling the story of Elizabeth The Doll. Joining me are Emma Lynn Dowd and Sylvia Shults. Two of the most amazing people I have ever met. The doll came into my family's...
11.30.2023
RAS #617 - Cold Equations
Ron's Amazing Stories is a captivating podcast that combines the love for audiobooks, storytelling, and listener submissions. In this episode, Ron shares his passion for mystery fiction, recommends a thrilling science fiction audiobook, and features listener-submitted adventure stories. One of...
11.16.2023
RAS #616 - The Coffin In Studio B
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we extend The Month Of Spooky 2023 yet another week. My crack staff has found another behind the scenes horror story from the OTR series Lights Out. This time Arch Oboler begs the question: What happens...
11.09.2023
RAS #615 - Money Money Money
On Ron’s Amazing Stories, we're back with more from the great mind of Arch Oboler. This week a man murders his buddy for money. However, he soon realizes that he made a big mistake and has to flee. The story...
11.02.2023
RAS #614 - The Organ
More scary stuff on the show this week as we continue The Month Of Spooky 2023. We have another Lights Out story from Arch Oboler. This time it is a traditional ghost story. A family rents an old mansion for...
10.26.2023
RAS #613 - Author And The Thing
The Spooky continues this week with a story about Arch Oboler and his battle with writer’s block. How scary can that be? Oboler was the man that came with a warning, these stories are not for the timid soul. Ron...
10.19.2023
RAS #612 - Murder In The Script Department
The Month Of Spooky 2023 continues with more amazing stories. The first comes from Oliver Robertson who is a ghost hunter from New York. His team investigates The William Floyd Estate and what they encounter isn’t human. Our featured story...
10.12.2023
RAS #611 - We Dug It Up
The Month Of Spooky 2023 continues with a special story from Curtis Henry. He encounters what can only be described as BigFoot. The problem is that Curtis is not from the states. This is a special story and one of...
10.05.2023
RAS #610 - The Horror Of Dead Lake
This is the first podcast of The Month Of Spooky 2023. On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have a tale from Rose about an old man hanging out on her porch. Then we head to Captain Doubloon’s Castle for an OTR...
09.28.2023
RAS #609 - The Listener
On Ron’s Amazing Stories Sylvia Shults joins us to share a story, and helps us review the audiobook Fractured Spirits (that she wrote!). She will also tell us all about her newest book, Gone On Vacation: Haunted Zoos, Museums, and...
09.21.2023
RAS #608 - The Thing From The Sea
This time on Ron’s Amazing Stories we have a collection of your stories with the loose theme of the Skinwalker. There are five of them, all sent in by you for you. We review the audiobook Murder by Other Means...
09.14.2023
RAS #607 - Invasion
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we are going to have some fun with science! I will review the audiobook A Grown-Up Guide to Planet Earth. Then it is Bigfoot week. We have three stories from you that are all about the...
09.07.2023
RAS #606 - The Man Who Stole A Planet
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we review the halloween audiobook, A Night In The Lonesome October. Then we will hear three new listener stories on These Are Your Stories. Our featured story is about a man and his bid...
08.31.2023
RAS #605 - The Planet Zevius
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we have a review of a brand new audiobook featuring that web crawling hero, Spiderman. Then we have a few stories sent in by you for you! We follow that with more stories from...
08.24.2023
RAS #604 - Shadow Of A Doubt
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we have a full hour dedicated to one story. We will play Shadow Of A Doubt starring Cary Grant. So, Press that play button and enjoy the show! Featured Story - Shadow Of A...
08.17.2023
RAS #603 - Joe Phy
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we break from the normal format just a bit. I was going through the archives and found a short I did a while back. I read through it and decided that it was pretty good and...
08.10.2023
RAS #602 - Jaywalker
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we get back to the good stuff with all new content. We are going to review a brand new audiobook from the Star Trek Series: Strange New Worlds. Next up we have two listener stories from...
08.02.2023
News - August 3, 2023
This week my mother fell and broke her hip. I have been at the hospital and taking care of things that go along with that. Because of this there will not be a podcast this week. I hope to get...
07.27.2023
RAS #601 - The Rocket And The Skull
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we have quite the collection of stuff today. We have a new Q&A with Ron. We review the audiobook Wool, which is the inspiration for the Apple TV + series Silo. Listener Tonya tells...
07.20.2023
RAS #600 - The 600th Show
This is #600 of Ron’s Amazing Stories. This time around I am going to just take it all in and say, man have I really done 600 podcasts. I think back to episode one of the show. It was not...
07.13.2023
RAS #599 - Journey To The Center Of The Earth
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have Journey To The Center Of The Earth week. I'm going to tell you all about the original work. We have a listener story inspired by the tale, and then we listen to a 70’s...
07.06.2023
RAS News - July, 2023
Happy Independence Week to you! Not big news, but since the 4th fell on a Tuesday this year I decided to take the week off from podcasting and enjoy the day. It is my hope that you and your families...
06.29.2023
RAS #598 - A Shanghaied Tale
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we have a theme. It is being shanghaied. Webster’s dictionary defines it as; to put aboard a ship by force often with the help of liquor or a drug. In our case we have...
06.22.2023
RAS #597 - Rogues Regiment
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we will play an episode of The Screen Directors Playhouse. The story deals with a dark time in our history. It was after WWII and trials that took place at Nuremberg. Not all of...
06.15.2023
RAS #596 - Horizons West
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have a full show for you. We review the audio book Stories of the Golden West, Then we have a creepy ghost encounter from Rod in Illinois. We end the podcast by heading to the...
06.08.2023
RAS #595 - The Monster Maker
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we review an amazing Antman audiobook from Marvel Comics. Two things make this a great listen. The story and the narrator. Next up we have two ghost tales from Ross (A screaming ghost and The Blue...
06.01.2023
RAS #594 - Columbia Workshop
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we are going to take a close look at the old time radio series The Columbia Workshop. This was a unique show that was one of the pioneers of modern radio. We have a bigfoot story...
05.25.2023
RAS #593 - Dogs And Werewolves
On Ron’s Amazing Stories the theme is the canine. We will begin the show with a review of the audiobook Lycanthropy and Other Chronic Illnesses by Kristen O'Neal. Then we tell Jeremy's strange story that takes place in the deserts...
05.18.2023
RAS 592 - Stairway To Heaven
Thunderstorms were the word of the day. We had a day full of them and it disrupted my plans for the show, but in the end my loss is your gain. The strikes caused a power disruption which temporarily shutdown...
05.11.2023
RAS #591 - The Spider And The Fly
On Ron’s Amazing Stories it is spider week. Now, before you go “EEK!” know that none of these little beasties are going to get you. We have three listener stories; Twins deal with a really big spider that only they...
05.04.2023
RAS #590 - Q&A With Ron
On Ron’s Amazing Stories we are doing something that we have never done before. Ron has collected some questions and comments sent in by the listeners to respond to. Also, on the show we have one of Ron’s all time...
04.27.2023
RAS #589 - The Mathematical Murder Case
On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we have three ghost stories from you: A cast party is haunted, a child argues with a ghost, and smoking is bad for you. Our featured story today comes from the classic radio series...

What's Ron's Amazing Stories about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Ron's Amazing Stories episodes:

RAS #636 - The Sense Of Wonder

RAS #635 - The Creature Inside

RAS #634 - The Fugitive

RAS #633 - Yellow Sky

RAS #632 - The Lost Ship

RAS #631 - Operation Tomorrow

RAS #630 - Alan Pinkerton

RAS #629 - SciFi Double Feature

RAS #628 - The Battle Of The Magicians

RAS #627 - Martian VFW

RAS #626 - The Lost Race

RAS #625 - The 39 Steps

RAS #624 - The Soldier

RAS #623 - Mr. Walker's Problem

RAS #622 - Night Train

RAS #621 - Brave New World

RAS #620 - A Traveler In Time.

RAS #619 - The Heart Of Kali

RAS #618 - Elizabeth The Doll

RAS #617 - Cold Equations

RAS #616 - The Coffin In Studio B

RAS #615 - Money Money Money

RAS #614 - The Organ

RAS #613 - Author And The Thing

RAS #612 - Murder In The Script Department

RAS #611 - We Dug It Up

RAS #610 - The Horror Of Dead Lake

RAS #609 - The Listener

RAS #608 - The Thing From The Sea

RAS #607 - Invasion

RAS #606 - The Man Who Stole A Planet

RAS #605 - The Planet Zevius

RAS #604 - Shadow Of A Doubt

RAS #603 - Joe Phy

RAS #602 - Jaywalker

News - August 3, 2023

RAS #601 - The Rocket And The Skull

RAS #600 - The 600th Show

RAS #599 - Journey To The Center Of The Earth

RAS News - July, 2023

RAS #598 - A Shanghaied Tale

RAS #597 - Rogues Regiment

RAS #596 - Horizons West

RAS #595 - The Monster Maker

RAS #594 - Columbia Workshop

RAS #593 - Dogs And Werewolves

RAS 592 - Stairway To Heaven

RAS #591 - The Spider And The Fly

RAS #590 - Q&A With Ron

RAS #589 - The Mathematical Murder Case