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Story Vault with BJ Odom

Story Vault with BJ Odom

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Step into The Story Vault with BJ Odom, where the greatest short stories of all time are brought to life by a master of the microphone. With 50 years of experience on the radio and on stage, BJ Odom, a veteran DJ and stand-up comedian, curates a collection of timeless tales that have captivated audiences for generations. Produced for The Podcast Playground, this series takes you on a journey through literature's most enduring narratives. From the dry wit of Mark Twain to the ironic twists of O. Henry, these are the stories that live on forever, told by a voice that knows exactly how to deliver them.
Episodes
  • The Gift of the Magi

    The Gift of the Magi
    Jul 23 2026
    What would you give up for the person you love? In this episode of The Story Vault with BJ Odom, we bring you O. Henry’s timeless 1905 masterpiece, "The Gift of the Magi." Set in a gray New York City flat on Christmas Eve, this classic tale follows Della and Jim, a young couple rich in devotion but desperately poor in pocket. With only a few coins to their names, each secretly makes an unimaginable personal sacrifice to buy the perfect hidden treasure for the other. Join veteran storyteller BJ Odom as his rich, classic delivery unwraps this beautiful, ironic exploration of wealth, poverty, and the true meaning of generosity. It is a poignant reminder that the most valuable gifts we give can never be bought in a store.
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    14 mins
  • The Tell-Tale Heart - Part 2

    The Tell-Tale Heart - Part 2
    Jul 17 2026
    Step inside The Story Vault as veteran radio personality and comedian BJ Odom unlocks part two of Edgar Allan Poe’s 1843 gothic masterpiece, "The Tell-Tale Heart". In this episode, BJ brings a terrifying tale of obsession to life. Listen as he meticulously recounts their descent into madness, driven by the haunting gaze of an old man's pale blue "vulture eye." Through careful planning and midnight vigils, a dark plan is set into motion, until a single slip of the hand on the eighth night changes everything. Hear more podcast episodes at the Podcast Playground.
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    10 mins
  • The Tell-Tale Heart

    The Tell-Tale Heart
    Jul 9 2026
    Step inside The Story Vault as veteran radio personality and comedian BJ Odom unlocks part one of Edgar Allan Poe’s 1843 gothic masterpiece, "The Tell-Tale Heart". In this episode, BJ brings a terrifying tale of obsession to life. Listen as he meticulously recounts their descent into madness, driven by the haunting gaze of an old man's pale blue "vulture eye." Through careful planning and midnight vigils, a dark plan is set into motion, until a single slip of the hand on the eighth night changes everything. Hear more podcast episodes at the Podcast Playground.
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    5 mins
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