J.C. Rede Presents
Keeping the Past Alive,
One Story at a Time
Two shows. Countless adventures. All from the golden age of public domain storytelling.
Two shows. Countless adventures. All from the golden age of public domain storytelling.
Join J.C. Rede as he travels back in time and brings to life the thrilling mysteries and adventures from the golden age of Dime Novels. Featuring the legendary Nick Carter detective stories, classic spooky tales in the fall, and beloved Christmas stories each December.
Wind down with J.C. Rede as he reads timeless bedtime stories culled from the public domain — gentle, enchanting tales from the golden age of literature, perfect for drifting off to sleep or simply slowing down.
J.C. Rede is a narrator and storyteller with a passion for the forgotten treasures of public domain literature. Through his podcasts, he breathes new life into the dime novels, mystery serials, and classic tales that captivated readers a century ago.
From the detective exploits of Nick Carter to the spooky Gothic tales of autumn, to gentle bedtime stories for the modern listener — J.C. brings authenticity, warmth, and theatrical flair to every performance.
Fantastic! What a ride! I hadn't read that one since early college days, and before that high school. But it always stuck with me and always freaked me out. Your reading definitely brought it back to life.
A wonderful podcast that brings classic literature back to life. J.C.'s narration is engaging and brings real depth to these century-old stories.
The Nick Carter stories are so much fun — I had no idea these dime novels existed. Now I'm completely hooked. Can't wait for the next episode.
Perfect for my commute. The storytelling is captivating and I love learning about these forgotten gems of early American fiction.
Creating these episodes takes time, research, and love. If you enjoy the stories, consider buying J.C. a coffee — it keeps the tales coming and the lights on in the archive.