A Horror Fantasy Medical Mystery. Contained herein are The Heresies of Radulf Burntwine. Follow the Titular monk-turned-medical-investigator as he uncovers the blasphemous truth of a plague ridden world: ours is not a loving God and we are not its favored children.
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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 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.
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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THORB Case 020 The Dragon of the Oasis
Saturday, August 22, 2026 • Duration 42:37
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 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.
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.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
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horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Case 019 The Living Monastery
Thursday, August 6, 2026 • Duration 34:21
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 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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
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horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Case 018 The Empty Child
Thursday, July 23, 2026 • Duration 39:22
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 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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Bonus Lecture: Theology and Pantheon: Shiga
Thursday, July 16, 2026 • Duration 58:06
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.
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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Case 017 Sundering Strength
Friday, July 10, 2026 • Duration 38:16
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 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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
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horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Bonus Lecture: Theology and Pantheon: Lashna
Thursday, July 2, 2026 • Duration 18:35
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.
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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB Case 016 The Fruiting Body
Thursday, June 25, 2026 • Duration 38:49
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 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.
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy |strange botany | alchemy | Herbalism
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THORB The Trial of Radulf Burntwine Part 2
Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 40:11
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.
The Trial of Radulf Burntiwine Part 1
Radulf Finds himself before the Beit Din, a tribunal of Netonic Judges and a panel of jurors from the Sanhadrim. He is to defend his works and actions so that the Beit Din can determine if his excommunication and that of his institute will be upheld, or if they will be legitimized and canonized by the Toveran Reformationist Church.
Part 2 is the Leha’id (Witnesses and Testimony) and the Gzera (Sentencing).
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy
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THORB The Trial of Radulf Burntwine Part 1
Thursday, May 28, 2026 • Duration 45:47
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.
The Trial of Radulf Burntiwine Part 1
Radulf Finds himself before the Beit Din, a tribunal of Netonic Judges and a panel of jurors from the Sanhadrim. He is to defend his works and actions so that the Beit Din can determine if his excommunication and that of his institute will be upheld, or if they will be legitimized and canonized by the Toveran Reformationist Church.
Part 2 is the Leha’id (Witnesses and Testimony) and the Tvi'a (evidence for prosecution) and the Sanegoria (Evidence for the Defense)
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 episode contains: descriptions of cannibalism, bodily decomposition, eye trauma, tissue decay, grief, and the death of multiple characters including a child, suicide.
Socials:
https://www.facebook.com/THORBcast/
https://www.reddit.com/r/THORB/
https://discord.gg/sQqCQZrZpe
https://bsky.app/profile/thorb.info
Support the Institute and find free transcripts at:
Patreon.com/THORBcast
Tags:
horror fiction podcast | dark fantasy podcast | weird fiction audio drama | horror podcast | medical horror | gothic horror podcast | body horror | zombie fiction | viral horror | fantasy podcast | indie horror podcast | audio drama horror | Radulf Burntwine | Heresies of Radulf Burntwine | horror worldbuilding | ghoul horror | undead fiction | dark fantasy audio drama | horror lore podcast | gas lamp | victorian inspired | grimdark | low fantasy
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