Chet Chetter's Tales from the Morgue - Single Episodes


(4.5 stars; 105 reviews)

Chet Chetter's Tales from the Morgue is a series of short stories narrated by Chet Chetter, an old morgue attendant and licensed embalmer. He shares fanciful tales with a passing stranger, engaging listeners with supernatural and science fiction themes. The stories often feature Elmer Korn, a rural southern manure hauler, who finds himself in humorous predicaments.

The series, created by Mark Sawyer and Jay Reel, draws inspiration from classic radio dramas like X Minus One and Gunsmoke. With over 20 characters voiced by the duo, the show has a unique charm, blending humor with engaging storytelling. Although some episodes faced rejection from NPR, the series gained international popularity during the 90s.

Mark and Jay have not produced new material in over a decade but continue to share their love for radio drama. They are currently working on a movie based on the first episode, "The Highway of Death." Information was supplied by Mark Sawyer, co-creator of the series.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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wonderfully mad.


(5 stars)

this show is a true gem, and I wish M&J would come back and do more. Sure it's over the top and tends more to the whimsical, but there are some actually chilling episodes included in the series, particularly "If You Can't Stand The Heat" and "The Bitter Pill". My favourites include "Excursions In Fear" (which tributes both horror OTR and the old EC comic books) and "It Came From Video" (Mad science! Kaiju pictures! Small town sheriffs with dumb deputies!). The Elmer Corn stories work so well because he's such a likable easy-going character, who's pretty ingenious no matter what situation hits him, be it mutated mole rats, aliens or supernatural phenomenon. Definitely worth your time.

chet chetters


(4 stars)

I have so far only heard the Highway of Death episode, but if the rest are anywhere near as hilarious as it was, i shall be having many a funfilled half hour. frankm is right, in so far as the only living character i've heard is Elmer Corn, he does sound much like someone I know, and it makes it easier to use my imagination in picturing the theater of the air.

found the order of episodes?


(5 stars)

1 highway of death 2 elmer vs. the invaders 3 peace to the frifalites 4 elmer vs. the mutant rats 5 it came from video 6 interface to terror 7 elmer meets death 8 escape from the mysterious island part 1 9 escape from the mysterious island part 2 10 excursions in fear 11 1800 big bang part 1 12 1800 big bang part 2 13 bogus beavers from bornac 14 the return of the master constipator 15 the fall and rise of the master constipator 16 elmer and the book of absolute truth 17 the bitter pill 18 the conquest of the master constipator 19 variety show I take it that the one that says alternative is a different one than the one that was broadcasted. Enjoy!

Chet Chetter YEEEE HAW!


(3 stars)

This has to be the stupidest, most low budget production I have ever heard but I laughed until I almost peed myself. The characters are portrayed as extremely back-woods and hick, but they remind me of actual people I know. Bless their hearts. I am not sorry I downloaded the series.


(4 stars)

this is good stuff ! Elmer is Flippin great as are all the people of the town. I also can't stop listening to interface with terror being a Brooklyn native, the brothers who is a criminal & the character rat faced are very well done. I hope to hear more

Wonderful Story & Outstanding Performance!


(5 stars)

I found myself completely immersed in the story & I thoroughly enjoyed the complete cast of wild characters. M & J Audio Theater masterfully blended, talented vocal performances with skilled audio production, to create a wonderfully entertaining, audio experience.

Uncle Butts


(5 stars)

Very tongue in cheek, good ole’ fun stuff satirical romp. It pokes at cultural elements that are just as valid today as when it was aired many years ago.

the music is horrible. the song is to loud avd heard way to m


(4.5 stars)