Radio Reborn

Tom Konkle

An audio fiction podcast called the Dramatized Multigenre Comedy Anthology Podcast ... Show

Full cast audio fiction with the Mindstream Players: The Dramatized Multigenre Comedy Anthology Podcast ... Show is original audio drama, silly absurd comedies, and reimagined classic radio.

In the Radio Reborn podcast you can experience radio legends from a very silly new version of the 'Flash Gordon' radio series to a serious 'Dracula' in exciting new adaptations, alongside original audio comedy and dramas, only with the  mindstream players.  Season 1  is the Reasonably Amazing Adventures of Flash Gordon episodes .   Season 2 is a variety of stand alone episodes including "Scrooge: The Festivus Incident," "The Hairy-Handed Hitchhiker," " Sorry Wrong Number 2023, "Sherlock Holmes Case of the Exploding Christmas Puddings," and serious versions of "Dracula," " Sorry Wrong Number 2023," and" "The Shadow."


The narratives come to life through the talented cast of voice actors featuring star power like Vernon Wells, Tom Konkle, Stephanie Stearns Dulli, Kurtis Bedford, Bob Clendenin,  Gino C. Vianelli, Tanya Johnson, Rhiannon McAfee, Zander Schaus, Theresa Ireland, Pete Lutz and David Beeler, Mindstream Players boasts stellar acting that brings stories to life.
Scripts by Tom Konkle

Produced by Tom Konkle and Kurtis Bedford.
Directed and edited by Tom Konkle.
On X at @mindstreamaudio

Mindstream is a labor of love that showcases the expertise and creativity of its production team. The episodes are enhanced with immersive sound effects and mix by Vince Colavitti and Tom Konkle, adding depth and dimension to the storytelling. In addition to the stellar performances and production, the podcast sometimes features original music by Bryan Arata and public domain sources.

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Episodes

The Reasonably Amazing Adventures of Flash Episode 6
30-04-2024
The Reasonably Amazing Adventures of Flash Episode 6
Write us we would like to hear from you Zarkov and the Hawkmen attempt to rescue Flash from Queen Azura’s clutches. A silly take on the original radio series Flash Gordon which is now in public domain. #FlashGordon #vintageradio comic the strip was adapted into The Amazing Interplanetary Adventures of Flash Gordon, a 26-episode weekly radio serial. The series followed the strip very closely, amounting to a week-by-week adaptation of the Sunday strip for most of its run. ---Flash Gordon was played by Tom Konkle,  starring Stephanie Stearns Dulli as Dale Arden, Gino C. Vianelli as Captain Thune,  Bob Clendenin as Dr. Zarkov,  Stephanie Stearns Dulli as the Witch Queen Azora, Pete Lutz as Saul.  (Pete Lutz  heads the Narada Radio Company) Kurtis Bedford as Vultan and starring David Beeler as the announcer and the Lieutenant .  The original  radio series broke with the strip continuity in the last two episodes, when Flash, Dale and Zarkov returned to Earth. We broke it completely.Edit and  Sound effects by Tom Konkle. Directed by Tom Konkle.       Music by Bryan Arata and Tom Konkle.   The show comedy version script by Tom Konkle and Kurtis Bedford.  Producers Kurtis Bedford and Tom Konkle started the Mindstream Players.Support the show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TomKonkleyV1ghOp2VNtFr3vJ1Wa7Discount StorytimeProud winner of the Nobel "I Tried" Ribbon in Literature. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show Lumen Actus Productions, Inc.
The Reasonably Amazing Adventures of Flash Episode 5
25-04-2024
The Reasonably Amazing Adventures of Flash Episode 5
Write us we would like to hear from you Flash becomes the King of the Caves and faces an attack by the Platypus Men. A silly take on the original radio series Flash Gordon. #FlashGordon #vintageradio Starting April 22, 1935, and again in May 2022  the strip was adapted into The Amazing Interplanetary Adventures of Flash Gordon, a 26-episode weekly radio serial. The series followed the strip very closely, amounting to a week-by-week adaptation of the Sunday strip for most of its run. Flash Gordon was played by Tom Konkle, later famous for nothing in particular. The cast also includes Rhiannon McAfee as Dale Arden, Gino C. Vianelli as Captain Thune,  Stephanie Stearns Dulli as the Witch Queen Azora, Pete Lutz as Sal.  Pete Lutz  heads the Narada Radio Company.  Also starring  Kurtis Bedford as Zug and starring Pete Handelman as the announcer and Hawkman with a hose.  The original  radio series broke with the strip continuity in the last two episodes, when Flash, Dale and Zarkov returned to Earth. We broke it completely after we did a faithful version of episode one.  Edit and  Sound effects by Tom Konkle Directed by Tom Konkle.  .   Music by Bryan Arata.   The show comedy version script by Tom Konkle.  Producers Kurtis Bedford and Tom Konkle started the Mindstream Players.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TomKonkle)Discount StorytimeProud winner of the Nobel "I Tried" Ribbon in Literature. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show Lumen Actus Productions, Inc.
Sherlock Holmes The Case of the Exploding Christmas Pudding
12-12-2023
Sherlock Holmes The Case of the Exploding Christmas Pudding
Write us we would like to hear from you Mindstream Players Christmas Special.   Written, edited, mixed and directed by Tom Konkle     Starring Kurtis Bedford and Dr. John Watson, Tom Konkle as Sherlock Holmes, Stephanie Stearns Dulli as Mrs. Hudson, Lady Arabella, Penelope Chutney-Featherstone, Pete Lutz and Barnaby Winklethorpe, Jude Gerard Prest as Figgy, Gino C. Vianelli as Humphery Carruthers, Bob Clendenin and Algernon Butterworth, as ? as Madam Zepyra.A holiday comedy podcast, Dr. John H. Watson recounts a delightfully absurd mystery that tests Sherlock Holmes' renowned deductive skills and Watson's digestive endurance. Set in the bustling streets of Victorian London, Holmes and Watson are thrust into a baffling case involving the spontaneous detonation of Christmas puddings across the city. As London’s festive spirit is marred by explosive desserts, the duo must unravel the bizarre occurrences before the holiday season crumbles into chaos.Holmes, ever the eccentric genius, is distracted by philosophical musings on pudding explosions and the deeper meaning of Christmas cheer, while Watson struggles to convince him that he might be more involved in the case than he realizes. Between sarcastic banter, off-key violin solos, and a crescendo of chaos, the pair find themselves navigating a convoluted plot involving a taxidermied peacock, botched seances, and a villainous Professor Moriarty, who has set his sights on London’s left shoes.As the puddings continue to explode and Holmes' theories grow more elaborate, it becomes a race against time to save London’s Christmas from a culinary catastrophe. Full of witty repartee, hilarious misunderstandings, and absurd twists, The Case of the Exploding Christmas Puddings is a fast-paced comedy caper that serves up a hearty helping of festive fun—complete with an extra dollop of chaos, custard, and a side of mystery.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TomKonkleIf you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or any place you're listening, and subscribe now for future episodes in the Dramatized Multigenre Comedy Anthology Podcast. Discount StorytimeProud winner of the Nobel "I Tried" Ribbon in Literature. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show Lumen Actus Productions, Inc.
Scrooge: The Festivus Incident
10-12-2023
Scrooge: The Festivus Incident
Write us we would like to hear from you A funny Christmas Carol.  If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or any place you're listening, and subscribe now for future episodes in the Dramatized Multigenre Comedy Anthology Podcast.   Written by Tom Konkle and Kurtis Bedford.  Directed by Tom Konkle.  Starring David Beeler as Scrooge- Tom Konkle as Marley,  Bartholomew Troutingstone , the old BBC film projector narrator, Police Constable, Mrs. Cratchit- Kurtis Bedford as the Ghost of Christmas Past, Bah, Boy outside window, Bob Cratchit,  Santa- Michael Neill as Fred, and The Ghost of Christmas Present- Bob Clendenin as Ghost of Christmas to Come, Tiny Tim- Jude Gerard Prest as Show Narrator, Humbug, London Paper Boyand carolers Jim Blanchette and Lisa Wyett.  Sound mix by Vince Colavitti.      Edited by Tom KonkleIn this darkly comedic and utterly irreverent retelling of A Christmas Carol, Scrooge faces not only the ghosts of his past, present, and future but also the chaos of a world gone delightfully mad. Written by Tom Konkle and Kurtis Bedford, this hilarious parody keeps the spirit of Dickens' classic while adding a twisted modern edge.On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former partner Jacob Marley, who attempts to deliver the typical message of redemption but is instead caught in a negotiation with Scrooge over fees for haunting services. As Marley struggles to convey the seriousness of Scrooge’s impending visitations, Scrooge remains obsessed with financial matters, turning the haunting into an absurd conversation about ghostly economics.As the night unfolds, Scrooge is visited by three ghosts, each more ridiculous than the last. The Ghost of Christmas Past attempts to conjure emotional nostalgia but is met with Scrooge’s sarcastic jabs and an obsession with Bella Lugosi. The Spirit of Christmas Present arrives in a literal present-shaped package, only to be drawn into a series of increasingly juvenile jokes. Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come arrives in a bizarre twist—a mime, communicating Scrooge’s grim future in awkward silence.The madness escalates as Scrooge, now filled with a twisted version of holiday cheer, embarks on a rampage through London. Hilarity ensues as he steals a prized turkey from a butcher shop, flees from the law, and wreaks havoc at the Cratchit household. Bob Cratchit and his family are dragged into Scrooge’s chaotic spree, culminating in a wild showdown where Christmas spirit is expressed through gunfire and deranged laughter.With sharp wit, absurd characters, and relentless comedic energy, The Haunting of Ebenezer Scrooge or The Festivus Incident offers a side-splittingly funny and outrageous take on a beloved holiday story. Expect rapid-fire jokes, outlandish scenarios, and a Scrooge like you've never seen before—armed, dangerous, and full of misguided Christmas cheer.Enjoyed the shows?  Show us please herehttps://buy.stripe.com/aEU5l9adV8W6cxy7ss #merrychristmas # #scroDiscount StorytimeProud winner of the Nobel "I Tried" Ribbon in Literature. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show Lumen Actus Productions, Inc.
Live performance of The Shadow The Three Ghosts
12-11-2023
Live performance of The Shadow The Three Ghosts
Write us we would like to hear from you Orson Welles’ radio portrayal of The Shadow, particularly in the episode titled The Three Ghosts, is a standout in classic radio drama. Originally aired on October 31, 1937, this Halloween episode follows the mysterious vigilante, The Shadow (alias Lamont Cranston, played by Welles), as he investigates a series of eerie events involving three supposedly vengeful ghosts haunting an old mansion.In the story, The Shadow uncovers that the “hauntings” are part of a sinister plot by a group of criminals using superstition and fear to cover up their illegal activities. Using his iconic powers of invisibility and his “clouding men’s minds,” The Shadow reveals the truth and brings the villains to justice.Lamont Cranston / The Shadow – Tom KonkleMargo Lane – Jill MaglioneProfessor Snead / 1940s Announcer – Pete HandelmanSpike Collins / Newspaper Man / Mr. Barclay /Officer – Kurtis BedfordCaroline Snead / Miss White / – Maray AyresCommissioner Weston - John StrysikMr. Wilson - No one...Adapted and Directed by Tom Konkle  Sound effects live by Kurtis Bedford and John Strysik. Music by Bryan Arata.Performed live at The Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles October 31, 1937  The Shadow episode was originally performed by Orson Welles as The Shadow (Lamont Cranston)Agnes Moorehead as Margot LaneA recently married woman is brought to madness while living in her husband's creepy manor. He is really a crook who has altered her Last Will and Testament for his benefit and is now trying to scare the new bride to death.Discount StorytimeProud winner of the Nobel "I Tried" Ribbon in Literature. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show Lumen Actus Productions, Inc.