Adam shares memories of working with Troma Films in 1980s NYC, reflects on THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING MAN, and solves two internet mysteries: the real origin of the famous time-travel ad that inspired SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED and the photo that inspired SEVERANCE by way of the eerie Backrooms phenomenon. Visit magicalmystery.media for show notes (or to send a message). For archived episodes of Magical Mystery Radio going back to 2016, search "Magical Mystery Radio: Inane Ramblings from the Fringe."

Adam shares memories of working with Troma Films in 1980s NYC, reflects on THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING MAN, and solves two internet mysteries: the real origin of the famous time-travel ad that inspired SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED and the photo that inspired SEVERANCE by way of the eerie Backrooms phenomenon. Visit magicalmystery.media for show notes (or to send a message). For archived episodes of Magical Mystery Radio going back to 2016, search "Magical Mystery Radio: Inane Ramblings from the Fringe."

STRANGER THINGS & SQUID GAME in NY, Troma memories, INCREDIBLE SHRINKING MAN, SEVERANCE & The Backrooms, SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED True Story

Uncovering the strange histories and hidden truths behind film.

NEW format! NEW show! NEW start!

If you're looking for our old conspiracy and paranormal episodes, please see the archives at MAGICAL MYSTERY RADIO: INANE RAMBLINGS FROM THE FRINGE.

SHADOW PLAY: THE STORIES WE TELL IN THE DARK is an exploration of cinema deep cuts, weird behind-the-scenes stories, and forgotten film lore.

FILM ON THE FRINGE was a limited series investigating modern cult classics and genre favorites and their connections to magic and mystery.

Host Adam Charles has written for Walt Disney Television, Amblin Entertainment, and more. He has crossed paths with so many media personalities over the years, he's come to think of himself as the Forrest Gump of film.

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Uncovering the strange histories and hidden truths behind film. NEW format! NEW show! NEW start! If you're looking for our old conspiracy and paranormal episodes, please see the archives at MAGICAL MYSTERY RADIO: INANE RAMBLINGS FROM THE FRINGE. SHADOW PLAY: THE STORIES WE TELL IN THE DARK is an exploration of cinema deep cuts, weird behind-the-scenes stories, and forgotten film lore. FILM ON THE FRINGE was a limited series investigating modern cult classics and genre favorites and their connections to magic and mystery. Host Adam Charles has written for Walt Disney Television, Amblin Entertainment, and more. He has crossed paths with so many media personalities over the years, he's come to think of himself as the Forrest Gump of film.

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