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The Midnight Library

Astonishing Legends Productions

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…

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  • 23 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 39 min
  • English

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  • S12 · E8
    Jul 13, 2025 · 50 min

    S12 Ep8: Malevolent Mermaids PLUS! A Sample of Stefan's Story

    Whether you can swim or not, Dear Guest, you're still in grave danger of tonight's maelstrom of moist monsters: The Malevolent Mermaids! Your Hell or high water host has 3 waterlogged, brutal beauties to share with you. So put your water wings on and hope for the best! You'll also be pleased to hear that tonight's soaking wet sponsor is The Evil Witches Yacht Club! (glub, glub) **BONUS! Sample of Stefan Strangeways’ Story Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

  • S12 · E7
    Jun 29, 2025 · 40 min

    S12 Ep7: Beheadings in Art

    Come right in, loosen your scarf, and have a headless cookie from The Hospitality Tray, dear guest! Tonight, your hostess, Miranda Merrick, is beyond thrilled to present for your delight, three fine and famous paintings of Beheadings in Art! And what beautifully dark things they are! There will be two versions of Judith beheading Holofernes and one unforgettable portrayal of Medusa sans head. If you would like to "get ahead" and look up the featured paintings, they are: Judith Beheading Holoferness by Caravaggio, The Head of Medusa by Peter Paul Rubens, and Judith with the Head of Holofernes by Klimt. Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

  • S12 · E6
    Jun 15, 2025 · 45 min

    S12 Ep6: The Collyer Brothers - A Handmade Horror

    Welcome to The Midnight Library, Dear Guest! We hope you notice how freely you can move about...within the cordoned-off areas. Tonight we have something just a little different for you, the story of The Collyer Brothers. If you've never heard of them, you're in for a treat, sort of. If you have heard of them, please don't alarm the others. Without giving away any spoilers, this story offers wealth, prestige, quirkiness, eccentricity, gloom, delusion, denial, rats, and found corpses- plus several other intriguing items. You may want to eat a little while before you join us. Please take your seat! Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

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