Episode 133: The Cave of Night

The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society

May 27 2019 | 00:55:24

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Show Notes

This week, we listen to an episode of X Minus One, “The Cave of Night,” which tells the story of messages sent from an astronaut trapped in orbit. Presented as an unfinished news report, this unique tale depicts the world’s desperate attempt to rescue the man before his oxygen runs out! Can they reach this brave explorer’s ship in time? How does the story compare to genuine historic events that followed this broadcast? How exactly does this essay about Game of Thrones relate to the story? Listen for yourself and find out!

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