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"Lights Out" was a renowned radio horror anthology series that captivated audiences during the mid-20th century. Created by Wyllis Cooper and later helmed by Arch Oboler, the show left an indelible mark on radio broadcasting, particularly for its ability to instill fear and unease in listeners through its chilling narratives.The series made its debut in 1934 and quickly garnered a devoted following for its unique and terrifying content. At its core, "Lights Out" was known for its dark and disturbing stories, often delving into the realms of the macabre, the supernatural, and psychological horrors. It pushed the boundaries of what was considered acceptable on radio during that era, making it a daring and innovative production.One of the most iconic aspects of the show was its opening sequence. Arch Oboler's ominous voice would pierce the airwaves, instructing, "Lights out, everybody!" followed by a dramatic crashing sound effect, setting the stage for the eerie tales that would follow.What truly set "Lights Out" apart was its minimalistic approach to sound effects. The studio would often darken during broadcasts, enhancing the sense of foreboding and allowing listeners' imaginations to fill in the gaps. This simplicity contributed to the show's ability to create a palpable atmosphere of horror.The show didn't shy away from graphic and shocking content, frequently depicting violent and gruesome scenarios that were considered audacious for its time. This boldness was a departure from the more restrained style of radio drama prevalent during that period.Each episode of "Lights Out" was relatively short, typically lasting around 15 minutes. This brevity allowed for intense, concentrated bursts of horror, making it all the more captivating."Lights Out" left a lasting cultural impact, influencing the horror genre in radio and later in television and film. It paved the way for other horror anthology series and played a pivotal role in establishing the conventions of the genre.Despite its relatively short initial run, "Lights Out" continues to be celebrated by fans of classic radio dramas. Its legacy endures through adaptations and references in various forms of media, a testament to its enduring ability to evoke fear and suspense through innovative storytelling and a minimalist approach to atmosphere and sound effects. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/6004714/advertisement

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    Story an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 22:59


    Please enjoy Story a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Signalman an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 28:54


    Please enjoy The Signalman a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Ghost In The Newsree an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 30:09


    Please enjoy Ghost In The Newsree a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Revenge Of India an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 28:50


    Please enjoy The Revenge Of India a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Battle Of The Magici an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 29:38


    Please enjoy Battle Of The Magici a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Haunted Cell an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 30:35


    Please enjoy Haunted Cell a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Coffin In Studio an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 27:53


    Please enjoy The Coffin In Studio a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Rocket From Manhatta an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 28:21


    Please enjoy Rocket From Manhatta a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Man In The Middle an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 32:06


    Please enjoy Man In The Middle a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Rocket Ship an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 28:21


    Please enjoy The Rocket Ship a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Truth an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 28:32


    Please enjoy The Truth a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Author And The Thing an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 24:19


    Please enjoy Author And The Thing a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Mirage an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 27:21


    Please enjoy The Mirage a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The World an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 28:01


    Please enjoy The World a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Lord Marley s Guest an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 30:16


    Please enjoy Lord Marley s Guest a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Immortal Gentleman an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 23:34


    Please enjoy Immortal Gentleman a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Sub Basement an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 27:41


    Please enjoy Sub Basement a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    State Executioner an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 22:05


    Please enjoy State Executioner a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Murder Castle an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 26:10


    Please enjoy Murder Castle a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Little People an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 30:57


    Please enjoy The Little People a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Profits Unlimited an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 22:26


    Please enjoy Profits Unlimited a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Visitor From Hades an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 20:51


    Please enjoy Visitor From Hades a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Bathysphere an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 29:26


    Please enjoy Bathysphere a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Freak an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 25:42


    Please enjoy The Freak a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Little Old Lady an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 29:19


    Please enjoy Little Old Lady a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Spider an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 25:49


    Please enjoy Spider a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Murder In The Script an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 23:13


    Please enjoy Murder In The Script a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Execution an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 29:23


    Please enjoy Execution a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Kill an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 23:39


    Please enjoy Kill a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Superfeature an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 30:10


    Please enjoy Superfeature a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Money Money Money an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 29:55


    Please enjoy Money Money Money a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Flame an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 23:28


    Please enjoy Flame a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Sea an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 22:05


    Please enjoy The Sea a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Oxychloride X an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 23:43


    Please enjoy Oxychloride X a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Until Dead an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 28:14


    Please enjoy Until Dead a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Protective Mr Dr an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 23:28


    Please enjoy The Protective Mr Dr a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Alley Cat an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 25:36


    Please enjoy Alley Cat a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Fast One speed an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 24:15


    Please enjoy The Fast One speed a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Speed an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 22:20


    Please enjoy Speed a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    Valse Trieste an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 29:04


    Please enjoy Valse Trieste a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    The Meteor Man an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 23:24


    Please enjoy The Meteor Man a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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    A Knock At The Door an episode of Lights Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 26:42


    Please enjoy A Knock At The Door a great episode of the legendaryLights Out - A Classic Old Time radio Show.

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