The Heresies Of Radulf Burntwine - Zachary Golden

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THORB Aleph Case 003 Infinite Infancy Oct 01, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

Umberto Eco Meets H.P. Lovecraft in a world of Occult Academia, Laboratory Judaica. Heavily inspired by Jewish mythology, the world of Olam uses Hebrew, Arabic, Slavic and other real world languages and cultures to create a rich tapestry of a grim, fantastical, planet that doesn't sacrifice scientific accuracy or historicity.

THORB Aleph Case 003 Infinite Infancy

Radulf contemplates the strange case of children who never grow up. But this is no fairy tale and the consequences of a body that does not grow are far more dire than one could possible imagine. On the parents as much as the child.

The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine sits at the intersection of dark fantasy, body horror, and forensic investigation. If you've ever wanted a podcast that treats disease and mythology with the same care as a true crime documentary, this is the show for you.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This Series contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide, sexual assault, sex trafficking, domestic violence, insanity, degenerative disease, mutilation, dismemberment, disability and many others, listener discretion is advised.

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Feed Drop | Ghost Wax: Episode 1 Fresh Cuttings Sep 17, 2026

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Show Description:Ghost Wax is a horror fiction podcast following the work of the last “reclaimer”, investigating a series of unnatural killings by raising the dead and committing their final statements to wax cylinder.Episode Description:Reclaimer Voncid and his tech support Luca have found a suitable device to record their investigations. Strange occurrences and ghastly crimes have begun to plague The City once again. Voncid investigates the improbable incident of a heavily decayed corpse who hasn't missed a day of work.Credits:Written and Directed by Robert KnutsonProduction and Editing by Aaron SchoenrockIntro Music by Bo Hoover-Robert Knutson as VoncidAaron Schoenrock as LucaBrian Watson Jones as Mathew GerrardGail Estelle as Mrs. GerrardWebsite: https://www.farandtalltales.com/ghost-waxTranscript: https://www.farandtalltales.com/transcripts/episode-1-fresh-cuttings

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THORB Case 021 The Vulture at the Threshold Sep 04, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 021 The Dragon of the Oasis

Iain's condition worsens as Radulf explores all possible avenues of treatment. Biotics are more art than science among the Sultiri and Radulf is realizing he has been painting stickfigures with Iain's life.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

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THORB Case 020 The Dragon of the Oasis Aug 22, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 020 The Dragon of the Oasis

Radulf's journey finally brings him to the dreaded Gazap çölü. The Desert of Wrath. Despite ample preparation and the relative mildness of winter, the Gazat as it is often called, is home to countless dangers, one of which Radulf had not anticipated. A literal dragon.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

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THORB Case 019 The Living Monastery Aug 06, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 019 The Living Monastery

Radulf visits a small pair of villages nestled into the Kuruk Chene mountain range. There villagers speak of a strange Anomaly on the windward side of the mountain. A monastery grown entirely from the tortured flesh of a helpless victim.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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THORB Case 018 The Empty Child Jul 23, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 018 The Empty Child

Radulf arrives at the village surrounding the Yain Saruf Yeshiva to open arms and full bellies. Celebrated for his labors, Red enjoys a well earned rest before continuing on his journey. His peace is short lived however when he discovers a grim secret nestled in a nearby peak.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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THORB Bonus Lecture: Theology and Pantheon: Shiga Jul 16, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

Theology and Pantheon: Shiga

This lecture on the Theology and Pantheon of the Nagifim is the second in a series of Patreon bonus episodes intended to expand on the nature of the viral gods. This installment focuses on the surgeon god Shiga whose domain is madness and distortion of the mind.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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THORB Case 017 Sundering Strength Jul 10, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 017 Sundering Strength

Radulf journeys into the sub tropical steppe of the southern Kuruk Chenese Mountain Range. There he comes across a hermetic body builder and former circus and carnival strongman who knowingly and willingly subjected himself to infection, all in the pursuit of vanity and perfection. strength, it seems is a double edged sword.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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THORB Bonus Lecture: Theology and Pantheon: Lashna Jul 02, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

Theology and Pantheon: Lashna

This lecture on the Theology and Pantheon of the Nagifim is the second in a series of Patreon bonus episodes intended to expand on the nature of the viral gods. This installment focuses on the surgeon god Lashna whose domain is mutation of the physical world.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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THORB Case 016 The Fruiting Body Jun 25, 2026

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The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine: A Horror, Dark Fantasy, Medical Mystery Audio Drama

THORB Case 016 The Fruiting Body

Radulf takes his renewed excommunication with grace and dignity as he and Iain make their way west along an alternate path back to Zhostok. Stopping in each of the cities of the northern mahla coast, Radulf expands on the region and his plans for the future. As they approach the true start of their journey, however, they are met with rumors of a blight in the north. Some whispers suggest the infection is Nagific in nature. Of course, Radulf cannot leave so tempting a stone unturned.

The fruiting body examines what happens when the Nagifim engage in profane botany rather than their usual misanthropy.

Radulf is not a hero. He's a disgraced curmudgeonly cleric with a terrible bedside manner and more pride than sense.

This episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.

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