EnCrypted: The Classic Horror Podcast

Ray Carter has run the old model village at Southton for decades. When his daughter unexpectedly visits, she is disturbed by what she finds.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MODEL VILLAGE” © Jasper L'Estrange, 2026.

A paranormal investigator is dispatched to a small town to find out more about an interrupted BBC radio broadcast that appeared to a sinister supernatural occurence.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “SURPRISE ITEM” by H. R. Wakefield, 1929.CREATOR'S NOTE: Please accept my apologies. I made a mistake in this one, saying "interpret" when I meant "interrupt". I didn't notice until after the mix was complete. Hopefully it won't affect your enjoyment too much.

A bored Englishman holidaying in Italy becomes fascinated with a mysterious island the locals refuse to talk about. Captivated by its beauty and intrigued by it secret, he decides to go there.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “GINEVRA” © Jasper L'Estrange 2026.

A dysfunctional family stopping at a roadside café experience a series of increasingly bizarre and unsettling events in this darkly comic story inspired by a dream.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE PRATTS" by Jasper L'Estrange (c) 2026.

A dying anthropologist in Africa sends a mysterious artefact to a sceptical scientific rival. Will Simcox Smith make a convert of A. J. Hayling yet…?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “The Blood Fetish” by Morley Roberts, 1908.

Two friends with shared interest in antiquities believe they have discovered buried treasure. But what they unearth was meant to stay buried…This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “A:B:O” by Walter de la Mare (writing as Walter Ramal), 1896.NOTE: Some of you may have noticed that the story "The Smoking Leg" appeared in your feed and then disappeared before you had a chance to listen to it. Basically, Spotify deleted it from all platforms over a specious copyright claim for one of the pieces of music I used. I will get to re-editing it and re-uploading at some point. If you want to listen, you can hear it on YouTube or Patreon.

On a recuperative sojourn in Italy, a civil servant becomes fascinated by two fellow guests – one who always looks upand his silent companion.This originalrecording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “LOOK UP THERE!” by H. R. Wakefield, 1929.Supporting my workIf you like, you can donate in the following ways:Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/encryptedpodYouTube channelmembership: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnCryptedClassicHorror/joinOne-off donation:https://ko-fi.com/encryptedpodcastYou can now also sayTHANKS (on YouTube) with a SUPER THANKS!LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE- it all helps the show survive and prosper!If you want todiscuss the show, talk business, or have any ideas for stories you'd liketo hear in future episodes, contact me: encryptedpod@gmail.com

The four-fingered hand is a vision that has haunted generations of the Brackley men. But is it some kind of warning...? And, if not, then what else?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE FOUR-FINGERED HAND” by Barry Pain, 1911.

The priest of a small seaside village becomes embroiled in the nightmare of a wealthy family who believe themselves to be tormented by a monster from "out of the sea"...This is an original reading of "Out of the Sea" by A. C. Benson, 1904.NOTE: Sorry for the delay between uploads. I've been having a few technical issues and other bits and bobs going on too.

Hester has everything - good looks, good health, a loving family. But she is troubled by a recurring dream she has had since childhood. But is it just a dream - or a warning?This is reading of "The Face" by E. F. Benson, 1924.

An old man spies on his neighbours - with dangerous repercussions.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror, all lovingly recorded and edited by hand.“TWITCH” by Jasper L'Estrange. Copyright (c) 2026.CREATOR'S NOTE: These recordings may contain sound effects and music because that's what I personally like to listen to, and what I enjoy making. As you will see from the comments, a lot of the listeners also like it. If it's not your thing, please feel free to listen to the many other narrators who are voice-only. I'm sure they'll be glad to hear from you.0:00 "Twitch"39:21 A tribute to Rebecca Lloyd

A grieving traveller in twentieth century London, drawn to morbid curiosities, encounters a mysterious old man with an extraordinary claim.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE GORGON” by Clark Ashton Smith, 1932.

WARNING: This story contains mild swearing and some adult themes.A rift develops between two adolescent boys when their friendship with a seasonal worker at the funfair seems to coincide with sinister events in their hometown. An original story © copyright of Jasper L'Estrange.

A woman becomes intrigued by the strange activity of the Willards and their children.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “WILLARD'S CURIOS” by Rebecca Lloyd.

Seeking shelter from the run, a courting couple find themselves in an apparently abandoned "Waxworks" and become startled by its chamber of horrors...This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “WAXWORKS” by W. L. George, 1922.

A bored barrister, stranded by rain in a lonely mountain inn, meets the oddly persistent Mr Tallent who proceeds to read to him. Years later, a death, a will, and a box of interminable manuscripts draw the narrator back into Tallent's orbit, where questions of legacy, obsession, and a strangely lingering presence begin to surface. A wry, quietly uncanny tale about the burdens of bad art and the ghost it can leave behind.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “MR TALLENT'S GHOST” by Mary Webb, 1926.

A renowned botanist starts behaving strangely when he returns from an expedition to Brazil.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MOANING LILY” by Emma Vane, 1935.CREATOR'S NOTE: Someone has pointed out that the sound effect of a telephone used in this episode is a vintage 1930s British telephone and an American phone would have had a different ring. Hopefully this won't break the immersion of the story for you...

Two more short stories by Barry Pain. In "The Magnet" (1901), the Reverend Ingram Shallow becomes obsessed with the recent train crash that has shaken the local community. In "Rose Rose" (1910) an artist's model determines to fulfil the terms of her contract.This is an original recording by Jasper L'Estrange.0:00 "The Magnet"15:04 "Rose Rose"33:08 OutroA MESSAGE FROM JASPER:Wow! Someone in the comments pointed out that EnCrypted Horror is five years old. And then YouTube confirmed it by putting a little icon of a birthday cake in my channel dashboard. Aww it fear worms the cockles of me 'art it do an no mistake. Perhaps, if I'd realised, I ought to have done something extra special for this 5th Anniversary Episode. What's it supposed to be? Wood? Well, I wood have if I'd known. Anyway, a bit more Barry Pain doesn't hurt. Thanks to everyone who has ever listened, subscribed, commented, liked or hyped, shared, recommended to a friend, become a Patreon patron, bought me a coffee or a Ko-fi, been a recent convert, long-time listener, friend of the show, regular commenter or lifelong lurker... You make it all worthwhile. *Blows nose, rubs dust out of eyes* As you were.

Two short stories by Barry Pain. In "The End of a Show" (1901), a quack showman has the opportunity to perform an act of charity. In "Not on the Passenger-List" (1915) a man attempts to console a distraught woman whose voyage to England sees her stalked by a supernatural presence.This is an original recording by Jasper L'Estrange.0:00 "The End of a Show"12:47 "Not on the Passenger-List"45:42 Outro

A wealthy American by the name buys the supposedly haunted Barton Cross Manor and, with the help of the local vicar, begins to unearth a story of alchemy, hidden treasure, death and demonology. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE TWELVE APOSTLES” by Eleanor Scott, 1929.

A cowboy believes himself to be cursed after he commits a terrible atrocity.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE DEAD REMEMBER” by Robert E. Howard, 1936.CREATOR'S NOTE: These recordings contain sound effects and music because that's what I personally like to listen to, and what I enjoy making.

After an Indian rajah's servant commits a shocking act of violence the rajah condemns him to an extreme punishment meant to keep him restrained forever. But the man's thirst for vengeance knows no bounds.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “HIS UNCONQUERABLE ENEMY” by W. C. Morrow, 1889.

Having moved to a rural Shropshire, a mother becomes worried about her teenage son – and why he seems drawn to the copse at Rickett's field.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE RINGERS” by Rebecca Lloyd, 2015. Read with permission.

Lieutenant Ward Harrison is sent to find out what is delaying the meteorological monitoring of a planned colonial base on the planet Mars. Vintage sci-fi horror from “Amazing Stories” magazine.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “MONSOONS OF DEATH” attributed to Gerald Vance, 1942.

VALENTINE'S SPECIAL***IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode contains dark humour. It also contains brief and very occasional mild swearing. If you're offended by the words "g-dd-mn", "bl--dy", "p*ss*d" or "s**t" (used once apiece) and you think hearing them will upset you or ruin your day, PLEASE DON'T LISTEN. This is your warning. I've had a bit of grief for this on YouTube and it's not my intention to upset anyone, so just give this one a miss. No harm done. I won't be at all offended. It's just meant to be a bit of fun and I rushed to finish it and get it out on time for Valentine's weekend***ABOUT THE EPISODEThree macabre interconnected stories for Valentine's Day: a caller to a radio station has a strange story to tell; a late-night conversation between a driver and his passenger; a May-December romance runs into problems.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror.

A chess fanatic inherits a chess set with a sinister and chequered history…and has to play for his life.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE HAUNTED CHESSMEN” by E.R. Punshon, 1916. EDITORIAL NOTE: The source text I read this from gives the name "Casablanca" as a chess champion. I don't know if this was a deliberate thing or a misprint, but I now realise this ought to have been "Capablanca". Hopefully this won't affect your enjoyment too much.

While on an expedition in the Canadian north woods, something begins to kill off the party – a mysterious something that “burns” patterns into everything in its path, including rock, and pursues its prey relentlessly.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE THING FROM – ‘OUTSIDE'” by George Allan England, 1923.

Howard, long-suffering general dogsbody at White Lawns residential home, hatches a plan after hearing the bizarre story of his employer's nose operation. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “HOWARD'S FRIENDS” by Rebecca Lloyd, 2012.

A professor of comparative religion is drawn to investigate a remote part of Cornwall following a spate of disappearances.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE LIVING STONE” by E. R. Punshon, 1939.

Asked whether he's ever experienced the sensation of “the other man on the rope”, seasoned mountaineer Sir Andrew Poursuivant regales his companion Bill with a story of a harrowing ascent up the Dent du Géant…a climb that has haunted him ever since.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE THIRD SHADOW” by H. R. Wakefield, 1950.

A man is haunted from childhood by a recurring, deeply unsettling dream in which he always finds himself visiting the same gloomy house, meeting the same strange family, and being led toward a particular room at the top of the house. As the years pass, the dream evolves in disturbing ways. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE ROOM IN THE TOWER” by E. F. Benson, 1912.Happy Christmas and New Year everybody! See you in 2026!

A university museum curator receives a mezzotint print depicting a country house. At first glance, the image seems ordinary, but on repeated viewings it begins to change in unsettling ways. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MEZZOTINT” by M. R. James, 1904.

One winter's evening, a man, dogged by depression, encounters a mysterious figure who challenges his perception of time and fulfillment. But what is the true nature of his visitor?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE GLASS OF SUPREME MOMENTS” by Barry Pain, 1892.

A wealthy British businessman living in colonial Egypt finds his comfortable life begin to unravel when he is haunted by the mysterious sound of footsteps that seem to follow him through the streets at night.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE STEP” by E.F. Benson, 1931.Supporting my workIf you like, you can donate in the following ways:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/encryptedpodYouTube channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnCryptedClassicHorror/joinOne-off donation: https://ko-fi.com/encryptedpodcastYou can now also say THANKS (on YouTube) with a SUPER THANKS!LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE - it all helps the show survive and prosper!If you want to discuss the show, talk business, or have any ideas for stories you'd like to hear in future episodes, contact me: encryptedpod@gmail.com

Two wintry fireside tales. In “The Vanishing House” by Bernard Capes, a group of travelling musicians are passing the night in a country inn when their banjo player shares a mysterious story about his grandfather. In “On the Northern Ice” by Elia Wilkinson Peattie, a groomsman follows a beautiful skating apparition on his way to a wedding.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE VANISHING HOUSE” by Bernard Capes (1898). “ON THE NORTHERN ICE” by Elia Wilkinson Peattie (1898).

Visiting a friend on the East Anglian coast, a man learns of a supernatural happenings that have followed a tragic motor accident. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE DUST-CLOUD" by E. F. Benson, 1906.

An unhappily married man takes his wife on holiday to Switzerland with a view to killing her.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “AN ALPINE DIVORCE” by Robert Barr, 1893.

To settle her father's debts the beautiful Alison Mercer is betrothed to mysterious archaeologist Simeon Stroud. But when dashing Hugh Davenant arrives in their village he comes with rumours of Stroud's dabblings in ancient Aztec rites...This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE OWL” by F.A.M. Webster, 1931.About the story:"The Owl” by F.A.M. Webster . First published in "At Dead of Night" edited by Christine Campbell Thomson, 1931 (pub. Selwyn & Blount). Later published in Weird Tales magazine, August 1933.Music credits:Music used : "LEVIATHAN” composed and produced by “Vivek AbhishekMusic link: https://youtu.be/H4eDE9NnFmU?si=10Nx78Ot-B0Ux2lMSUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3qumnPH Follow on Facebook : https://bit.ly/33RWRtP Follow on Instagram : https://bit.ly/2ImU2JVMusic used : “DEEP DARK” composed and produced by “Vivek AbhishekMusic link: https://youtu.be/FMHbF8TBfyU?si=EUo2fOpueKiOiF0JSUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3qumnPH Follow on Facebook : https://bit.ly/33RWRtP Follow on Instagram : https://bit.ly/2ImU2JVMusic used : “DARK LANDS” composed and produced by “Vivek AbhishekMusic link: https://youtu.be/krP80v2x6PY?si=EQgkTdZqnjx34do9SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3qumnPH Follow on Facebook : https://bit.ly/33RWRtP Follow on Instagram : https://bit.ly/2ImU2JVMusic used: “THE CORRIDOR” composed and produced by “Vivek Abhishek”Music link: https://youtu.be/r0EWPSHD8lY?si=rwJBaHGEoQdtGXbeSUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3qumnPH Follow on Facebook : https://bit.ly/33RWRtP Follow on Instagram : https://bit.ly/2ImU2JVMusic used with permission by VIVEK ABHISHEK https://www.youtube.com/@VIVEKABHISHEK/videosSound effects: All sound effects sourced at Freesound*.*Used with the following licence: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ The recording was created using Audacity and BandLab. Podcast hosted by Spotify.

When a US Navy exploratory ship finds a tramp steamer that went missing some years before, the mystery surrounding its disappearance becomes closer to being solved when a passenger's journal is uncovered. But what really happened aboard the Wellington and what became of its crew?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “SARGASSO” by Ward Muir, 1908.

A journalist with an interest in crime and the supernatural is invited by a disliked former colleague to investigate a strange item that has come into the man's possession.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE GREEN BOTTLE” by Bernard Capes, 1902.

A shy novelist accepts an invitation to spend Christmas with another writer in a remote house in Penzance, Cornwall. He quickly regrets his decision…This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “MRS LUNT” by Hugh Walpole, 1926.

Two stories by J.D. Beresford. In “The Misanthrope” a man pays a visit to a hermit living on a Cornish island to find out what drove him there. In “The Little Town” a traveller finds himself in a mysterious place watching an even more mysterious performance.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MISANTHROPE” and “THE LITTLE TOWN” by J.D. Beresford (1918).

Young Viola's childhood is made less lonely by her mysterious companion “Binns” – but is he fairy, familiar or something more sinister?This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “YOUNG MAGIC by Helen de Guerry Simpson, 1925.

Out walking in the countryside, a man spots something different about a hill in Symondsbury, Dorset. Intrigued, he finds himself inexorably drawn into the ancient battle between good and evil. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE HILL” by R. Ellis Roberts, 1923.

An old man starts to fear for his safety when he suspects his live-in carer is not quite what he seems.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “DON'T GET AROUND MUCH ANYMORE” by Jasper L'Estrange.

A grandmother warns her grandchildren not to pick blackcurrants where they grow in a particular spot in the village. When asked why, she relates to them a strange piece of local history. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “AN EVENING'S ENTERTAINMENT" by M.R. James, 1925.TECHNICAL NOTE: I'm having some trouble with my recording microphone - probably to do with humidity. I ended up recording this story three times before I got a decent audio and there are even some rough parts in this one which I've done what I can with. Hopefully it won't affect your enjoyment too much.

A sceptical researcher incurs the wrath of a sinister occultist and soon finds himself embroiled in strange, escalating events. As fear mounts and time runs short, he must uncover the truth behind the mysterious forces pursuing him. “CASTING THE RUNES” (1911) is a chilling tale of unseen menace and supernatural revenge.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror.

In The Tombs prison, New York, preparing to be hanged for a crime he didn't commit, Harry Jessup has a supernatural experience with far-reaching repercussions.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MAN WITH THE BROWN BEARD” by Nathaniel P. Babcock (a.k.a. Nathaniel T. Babcock), 1896.

A man is dogged by the vision of a seemingly innocuous rural scene that he becomes convinced is a harbinger of death.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “BEYONDARIL” by John Metcalfe (1971).

When Esor McIre, in his duties as County Surveyor, is called upon to inspect the property of his old schoolfriend Carlton, it awakens an old curiosity about his friend's family. But what he finds there is strange beyond his imagination. This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “CARLTON'S FATHER” by Eric Ambrose (1936).Supporting my workIf you like, you can donate in the following ways:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/encryptedpodYouTube channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/c/EnCryptedClassicHorror/joinOne-off donation: https://ko-fi.com/encryptedpodcastYou can now also say THANKS (on YouTube) with a SUPER THANKS!LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE - it all helps the show survive and prosper!If you want to discuss the show, talk business, or have any ideas for stories you'd like to hear in future episodes, contact me: encryptedpod@gmail.com

The new curate in a remote village fails to heed the local superstitions surrounding a mysterious monolith (menhir) known as “The Grey Gammer”.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “THE MENHIR” by N. Dennett (1934). Compiled in “Panics: A Collection of Uneasy Tales” (ed. Unknown). Published by Phillip Allan.