

All Things Story Bound
Matt Schwantz and Jordan Trahin
5.0from 2 ratings
- 17
- Episodes
- 2
- Ratings
- 2024
- First episode
About All Things Story Bound
Stories come to life in this podcast brought to you by the hosts of All Things Mysterious! From magical to mythical to mortifying, let us take you on journeys through every genre you can imagine. Grab a drink and get comfy- you're in for a ride.
- Publisher
- Matt Schwantz and Jordan Trahin
- Category
- fiction
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 5 Oct 2024
- Latest episode
- 29 Mar 2025
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.

29 Mar 2025
Emily's Demons | Paranormal Horror
When seven-year-old Emily Carter begins speaking to an imaginary friend, her parents dismiss it as childhood imagination. But as her behavior grows darker and more disturbing, it’s clear something sinister has taken root. Whispers in the night, shadowy figures, and a growing darkness threaten to consume their home—and their daughter. As a priest is called to perform a harrowing exorcism, the Carters must confront a chilling truth: the demon may not be gone, and the battle for Emily’s soul has only just begun. A slow-burning psychological horror that explores possession, fear, and the lingering terror of the unknown. 🔴 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more thrilling stories! Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #EmilysDemons #HorrorStory #ParanormalFiction #DemonicPossession #CreepyKids #SupernaturalHorror #PsychologicalThriller #ScaryStories #IndieHorror #ShortHorrorStory Demonic Possession, Haunted House, Exorcism, Creepy Kids, Paranormal Activity, Psychological Horror, Family Horror, Supernatural Forces, Whispers in the Dark, Dark Fiction

15 Mar 2025
The Decoy Directive | Sci-Fi Thriller
🚀 The Decoy Directive – A gripping sci-fi thriller where survival is not what it seems. When Commander Leah Drayton and her crew awaken from cryosleep, their ship, Erebus, is on the brink of collapse. The AI, Atlas, claims to prioritize their survival—but as deadly anomalies emerge, supplies go missing, and the ship itself seems to be working against them, Leah begins to suspect a horrifying truth. 🛰️ As they race against time to stabilize the ship, they uncover something far worse than a simple malfunction. The Erebus was never meant to succeed—it was meant to fail. A decoy. A lure for an unseen enemy. And now, something has answered the call. 💀 Can Leah and her crew escape before they become the next casualties of the Decoy Directive? 🔴 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more thrilling sci-fi stories! Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #SciFiHorror #SpaceSurvival #ArtificialIntelligence #ScaryStories #SciFiThriller #SurvivalHorror #AIgoneWrong #SpaceHorror #NarratedStory #ErebusMission #DecoyDirective #DystopianSciFi #AlienHorror #DeepSpace #SuspenseStory #AIvsHumanity sci-fi horror, space thriller, AI horror, spaceship survival, space mystery, alien horror, artificial intelligence, space disaster, sci-fi audiobook, space horror story, futuristic thriller, cryosleep gone wrong, survival in space, creepy sci-fi story, deep space horror, alien encounter, cyberpunk horror, AI betrayal, space survival horror

2 Mar 2025
Alone | Post-Apocalyptic Thriller
🔥 Alone – A gripping post-apocalyptic thriller about survival, resilience, and an unexpected companionship in a world where silence means life and sound means death. Alex, a lone survivor, navigates a world ravaged by a failed vaccine, where those infected turn into feral, uncontrollable monsters. As she embarks on her journey for safety, she encounters an unlikely companion – a scarred, wary dog she names Larry. Together, they must fight, hide, and survive against the dangers of the new world. But the real question is… can Alex ever truly trust anyone again? 🐺 Watch now to experience the tension, the twists, and the fight for survival. 📌 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more thrilling stories! Story by: Jordan Trahin Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #Alone #PostApocalyptic #SurvivalHorror #DystopianThriller #ZombieApocalypse #HorrorStory #ApocalypseSurvival #EndOfTheWorld #CreepyStories #Thriller #SciFiHorror #NarratedStories #ShortStory #survivalstory survival story, post-apocalyptic story, horror story, dystopian fiction, zombie outbreak, failed vaccine, apocalypse survival, lone survivor, audiobook, narrated horror, sci-fi thriller, best horror stories, full story, horror fiction, suspense story, end of the world, survival thriller, scary story, audiobook narration, dystopian horror, storytime, terrifying stories, feral outbreak, government conspiracy, outbreak horror, chilling stories

8 Feb 2025
The Collection [Psychological Horror]
🔪 “Every masterpiece needs an ending.” For weeks, a string of seemingly unrelated murders has gripped the city in fear. Five victims—each exceptional in their own way—have been taken by a killer who sees himself not as a murderer, but as a curator. Each death is a final brushstroke, a note in a song, a chapter in a book. But why. And is the story truly over yet? 📖 Dive into The Collection, a psychological thriller that will keep you on edge until the very last word. 🔔 Like, Share & Subscribe for more gripping thriller stories! Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Matt Schwantz & Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #TheCollection #SerialKillerStory #PsychologicalThriller #TrueCrimeFiction #CrimeStory #MurderMystery #HorrorShortStory #DarkFiction #Suspense #KillerConfession #crimedrama thriller, serial killer, crime fiction, horror, suspense, true crime inspired, detective story, murder mystery, psychological horror, short story, confession, dark fiction, noir, interrogation, mystery thriller, crime drama, investigative journalism, mind games, chilling stories

1 Feb 2025
The Last Lottery [Dystopian]
In a dying world ravaged by famine and climate catastrophe, the government controls its dwindling resources through a brutal system—every week, twenty names are drawn in the Lottery, and those chosen are executed to “preserve” the future. The rich never suffer, and the poor live in fear. For Kai, the Lottery was always someone else’s nightmare—until It wasn't. Forced into the rebellion, Kai discovers that not everything is as he thought. But in a world where survival means compromise, will he be the spark that burns everything down… or just another pawn in a never-ending game? The Last Lottery is a gripping dystopian thriller about power, deception, and the cost of revolution. Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #TheLastLottery #DystopianThriller #PostApocalyptic #SurvivalStory #Rebellion #ClimateFiction #DarkFuture #Betrayal #PowerAndCorruption #TwistedEnding Dystopian, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Post-Apocalyptic, YA/Adult Crossover, Government Conspiracy, Survival, Rebellion, Revolution, Betrayal, Dark Future, Climate Catastrophe, Manipulation, Power Struggle, Moral Dilemmas, Twisted Endings, Underground Resistance, Corrupt Leaders, Last Stand

25 Jan 2025
Threads Of Time [Fantasy]
Genevieve, a gifted orphan in the strange town of Gildersedge, discovers her unique ability to see and manipulate the threads of time. Under the tutelage of the enigmatic clockmaker Alaric, she learns that her connection to time is both her greatest gift and a dangerous curse. When an ancient entity imprisoned in the town’s clocktower begins to stir, Genevieve must confront shocking truths about her own origins and the entity’s sinister plans. But as she fights to restore balance, she discovers a horrifying twist that changes everything. Will Genevieve have the strength to face the growing darkness, or will she lose herself in the threads of time? Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #FantasyFiction #TimeManipulation #DarkFantasy #MysteryThriller #ComingOfAgeStory #StrongFemaleProtagonist #AncientEvil #PlotTwist #PageTurner #MustRead Fantasy, Time Manipulation, Dark Secrets, Ancient Entities, Strong Female Protagonist, Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Coming of Age, Light vs. Darkness, Plot Twist

18 Jan 2025
Buy The Government, Ban The Competition [Dystopian]
**Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, corporations, places, events, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.** In a not-so-distant future where corporate greed and government corruption collide, billionaire social media mogul Lark Muckberger manipulates politicians to ban the rising app Clipz, labeling it a “threat to democracy.” As young people abandon ChirpChirp for RedFox, a grassroots platform, they uncover the horrifying truth: InterFace, led by Muckberger, is powered by an AI called The Hive, designed to control human behavior. With government lackeys like the hilariously inept Senator Wool in tow, Muckberger faces a rebellion led by a snarky influencer and a relentless coder. Can they expose the truth before The Hive consumes them all? Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #DystopianSatire, #CorporateGreed, #SocialMediaParody, #BanTheBan, #TechDystopia, #ExposeTheHive, #RedFoxRebellion, #BuyTheGovernment, #DigitalFreedom, #FightTheAlgorithms Corporate Corruption, Social Media Parody, AI Manipulation, Political Intrigue, Grassroots Rebellion, Humor and Suspense, Tech Dystopia, Generation Z Activism, Big Tech vs. Humanity

21 Dec 2024
The Harvest Moon’s Dark Secret [Horror]
Matt Schwantz narrates a chilling tale of sacrifice and survival in the small town of Willow Hollow, where a journalist uncovers the dark secret behind the Harvest Moon festival.

13 Dec 2024
The Night Shift Chronicles [Horror]
Award-winning author and horror expert, Joe Hill, delves into the chilling world of The Night Shift Chronicles, where a dispatcher's first night on the job turns into a desperate fight for survival.

23 Nov 2024
Echoes in the Void | Horror
Matt Schwantz's chilling tale of a space crew's encounter with an abandoned alien vessel reveals a horrifying truth about the void they can never escape.

16 Nov 2024
The Cryptid Hunter | Horror
Follow a seasoned government agent on a chilling mission across the remote wilderness, where he believes he's hunting a skinwalker—until he realizes he’s the one being hunted by an ancient, unidentified creature. Dive into this suspense-filled short story of survival, fear, and the relentless pursuit of the unknown. Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Matt Schwantz & Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #CryptidHorror #ThrillerStory #ParanormalFiction #CryptidHunter #SupernaturalSuspense #SkinwalkerHunt #AncientEvil #ShortStoryThriller #BeingHunted #DarkFiction

9 Nov 2024
Menkarion Academy: The Trials of the Labyrinth [Fantasy]
In this thrilling fantasy adventure, Rayna and her friends face the ultimate test in the ever-changing labyrinth. As they battle mythical creatures and confront the forces within themselves, they must prove their worth to graduate the Menkarion Academy. Will Rayna master the balance of light and shadow, and will they all survive the trials ahead? Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Matt Schwantz & Jordan Trahin Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #FantasyAdventure #EpicTrials #LabyrinthChallenge #MagicAndMonsters #LightAndShadow #MenkarionAcademy #ComingOfAgeFantasy #MythicalCreatures #HeroicJourney #PowerOfFriendship #FantasyHeroes #EpicFantasy #FantasyWorldBuilding #YoungAdultFantasy #MagicTrials

31 Oct 2024
Footsteps in the Dark | [Halloween Special]
Join Jack and his daughter Katie as they set out for a night of trick-or-treating. But what starts as a fun Halloween evening quickly turns dark as they realize they’re not alone. A mysterious figure follows them through the empty streets, closing in with every step. As the tension rises, Jack’s desperation to protect Katie reveals something even more terrifying than he could have imagined. This Halloween horror story is a journey into fear, paranoia, and a mind unraveling under the weight of grief. Will Jack survive the night, or is the real danger closer than he thinks? Prepare yourself for an eerie tale with an unforgettable twist. Listen to Footsteps in the Dark if you dare! Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin & Matt Schwantz Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg Halloween horror story, Psychological horror, Scary Halloween story, Horror story with a twist, Creepy Halloween tale, Psychological thriller, Urban horror story, Halloween short story, Horror narration, Scary story for Halloween, Suspenseful horror, Halloween psychological thriller, Father and daughter horror, Halloween creepy story, Chilling Halloween tale

26 Oct 2024
The Hunted | [Psychological Horror]
Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin & Matt Schwantz Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg psychological horror, high school reunion, mysterious disappearance, supernatural horror, hunted by shadows, reality unraveling, psychological thriller, dark fiction, suspense story, creepy short story, nightmare horror, supernatural entity, eerie atmosphere, horror short story, haunting reunion

19 Oct 2024
Menkarion Academy: The Shadows Before Dawn | [Fantasy]
As her final year at the Menkarion Academy begins, Rayna, daughter of the King and Queen of Menkar, faces an unexpected attack by shadowy forces. With the help of her friends Valan and Maric, she embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue her kidnapped best friend, Talia, only to discover a much larger threat looming on the horizon. Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Matt Schwantz Narration by: Jordan Trahin & Matt Schwantz Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #Fantasy short story #Epic fantasy adventure #Alien academy story #Fantasy with magic powers #Rayna Menkarion story #Shadowknights fantasy #Fantasy worldbuilding #Sci-fi fantasy #Menkarion Academy #Magic and shadows #Fantasy short story #Epic fantasy adventure #Alien academy story #Fantasy with magic powers #Rayna Menkarion story #Shadowknights fantasy #Fantasy worldbuilding #Sci-fi fantasy #Menkarion Academy #Magic and shadows

15 Oct 2024
Buried Secrets [Thriller]
Like, share, and subscribe! Help us grow. Story by: Jordan Trahin Narration by: Jordan Trahin & Matt Schwantz Have a story you want us to read? Email us at story@atmysterious.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/924uZYhZfjro9ujN/?mibextid=qi2Omg #BuriedSecrets #ThrillerStory #SuspenseTale #NarratedThriller #DarkTwist #HiddenSecrets #MysteriousStory #ShortThriller #StoryTime #ChillingTale Buried Secrets, thriller story, narrated thriller, suspense story, hidden secrets, mystery thriller, dark twist, short thriller, storytelling, thrilling short story, spine-chilling tale, suspenseful narration, buried past, secret revelation, gripping thriller, mystery unravel, haunted past, plot twist thriller, dark secret, suspense and mystery, horror thriller, edge of your seat story, must-watch thriller, suspenseful short film, buried secrets thriller, shocking revelation, dark thriller, mystery and suspense, creepy narration, thriller film, scary stories, unsettling twist, mystery lovers, shocking secret, short mystery tale, suspense video

5 Oct 2024
The Devil Walks Among Us [Psychological Horror]
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