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Ever wondered if truth is stranger than fiction?
Reel Stories is the show that blurs the line between fact and film, reality and illusion, real and REEL... See what we did there? Good that, innit?
Each week, filmmakers; Rowan and Tom will each tell a story, and the other must guess if it actually happened or is simply the plot of a film.
Prepare for bizarre historical facts, unbelievable true stories, and the occasional cinematic deep cut.
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Music by Lance Conrad
Illustrations by Charis
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Recent Episodes
12. The Stone of Destiny Robbery (Christmas Special)
We're back! It's a Christmas miracle! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel_stories_podcast/# TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reel_stories_podcast SPONSORED BY CUE PODCASTS:…
11. The Trial of a Dead Pope
In this episode, Rowan digs up the story of the time a literal dead pope was put on trial. Meanwhile, Tom tells the wild tale of a boy who somehow planned his own murder... Yup, it’s a weird…
10. The Deep Sea Toilet That Saved A Man's Life
In today's episode, Rowan tells the tale of a woman who thought she saw a familiar pair of eyes looking down through her bathroom vent... And Tom recalls the story of a tugboat cook whose life was…
9. The Marriage Worth $118 MILLION Dollars!
Would you marry a stranger for millions of dollars? In today's episode we ask that very question + Rowan struggles to tell a basic story without laughing. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts…
8. The Terrible Sailors That Changed The World
Did you know that one Russian battleship was so incompetent that it changed the whole world... and not for the better? Rowan tell us this winding tale - and Tom recalls the life of the unluckiest, or…
7. The Janitor Who Took a Theatre Production Captive
We've all been there. You're having a slight off day, and the next thing you know, you've taken an entire theatre production hostage. Nightmare. In today's episode, Tom tells the story of exactly…
BONUS. The Great Paddington Showdown (QUIZ)
In today's special bonus episode, Rowan and Tom are joined by Connor, who has brought his very own film-based quiz. It's time to find out who the REAL Paddington fan is. Subscribe wherever you get…
6. The (not suspicious) Life of Belle Gunness
In the early 1900's one woman experienced some extremely unlucky life events such as homes burning down and loved ones dying. The only constant? A huge amount of insurance claims. Nothing suspicious…
5. The 2 Million Dollar Rat Race
How far would you go to win a million dollars? And do you believe in reincarnation? In today's episode, Tom tells the story of a casino that set an irresistible challenge for a group of wayward…
4. The Dancing Plague of 1518
Have you ever found yourself unable to stop dancing? So much so that you eventually end up collapsing and DYING? Well, so did the French in 1518! Also in today's episode: Tom tells the story of a…
3. The Muppet That Took A Radio Station Hostage
In today's episode, Rowan tells the story of a man in New Zealand who took a local radio station with a strange, Muppet-related demand. Tom tells the story of a man who is stranded in the Arctic, and…
BONUS. These 2025 Films Should Have Been Nominated for Oscars/Baftas!
In the first ever bonus episode of the Reel Stories Podcast, Tom and Rowan take a look at this years awards nominees/winners, and decide who they think should have won! Subscribe wherever you get…
2. The Prisoner Who Escaped 4 Times
In today's podcast, Rowan talks about 3 spooky incidents that made a paranormal sceptic change his mind, and Tom recounts the life of a 4-time prison escapee! Send us YOUR stories:…
1. The Man Who Survived 2 Atomic Bombs
In today's episode, Tom recounts the events of one mans quest against all Beaver-kind, and Rowan tells the story of the man who survived 2 atomic blasts! But are they true, or film plots? Send us…
PILOT. The Bear That Fought in WW2
In today's episode, Tom recounts a tragic death caused by sheer chance, and Rowan details the life of Wojtek the WW2 bear. But are they fact, or film plots? Send us YOUR stories:…
Reel Stories - Trailer
Ever wondered if truth is stranger than fiction? Reel Stories is the show that blurs the line between fact and film, reality and illusion, real and REEL... See what we did there? Good that,…
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Reel Stories has published 16 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Comedy, Fiction.
Reel Stories is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 31m.
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