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A miscellany of stories, presented by Ross Sutherland.
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108 Human Defenestration at the Sex Casino (Part 2)
Mon, 11 Nov 2024 06:00:24 +0000
Part 2 of 2. Well, somebody's going through a window. A whydunnit set at a British "sex resort". Written, performed & produced by Ross Sutherland. Support the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation to the show via www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
107 Human Defenestration at the Sex Casino (Part 1)
Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:24:11 +0000
Part 1 of 2. Well, somebody's going through a window. A whydunnit set at a British "sex resort". Written, performed & produced by Ross Sutherland. Support the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or, make a one-off donation to the show via www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice Recommend a podcast festival to me! Email: rossgsutherland@yahoo.com Insta/Twitter: @rossgsutherland
106 A Dagger in Its Hand by Angus Dunican
Mon, 09 Sep 2024 03:00:04 +0000
TICKETS TO IMAGINARY ADVICE LIVE IN LONDON [OCT 9th]: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/22285/imaginary-advice-presents-the-rom-com-game-nightmare-mode __________________________________ "I hear Lazlo's on tonight..." A legendary stand-up returns to the clubs. And he's brought oblivion with him. Story by Angus Dunican (www.angusdunican.com) Performed & Produced by Angus Dunican for Imaginary Advice Vox Pops: Holly Hall, Chazz Redhead, Abigoliah Schaumaun Introduction by Ross Sutherland Inspired by The Manhattan Bee Testimonials by Sebastian Baczkiewicz & the 1961 Top Cat episode, "The Violin Player". "A Dagger in Its Hand" is a brand new story, commissioned by Imaginary Advice for the podcast. To support the show, goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation to www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
105 Third Phase [v. Time to Wake Up]
Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:55:30 +0000
Fiction miniseries. Part 5 of 5. New years day: Mike sends out the old, brings in the new. Content Warning: references to domestic violence Written and produced by Ross Sutherland Additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Contains samples from Hauntology by Meavy Boy and When the World Goes Quiet pt.VI byRydox Buy the boxset on Bandcamp & receive a bonus "making of" episode: https://rosssutherland.bandcamp.com/album/third-phase Support the show on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
104 Third Phase [iv. Braindad]
Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:00:12 +0000
Fiction miniseries. Part 4 of 5. Mike's trip reaches its third and final phase. Content Warning: references to domestic violence, drug use Written and produced by Ross Sutherland Additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Contains samples from Hauntology by Meavy Boy and When the World Goes Quiet pt.VI byRydox Support the show on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
103 Third Phase [iii. Escalating Oh F**k Scenario]
Mon, 10 Jun 2024 02:00:08 +0000
Audio drama miniseries. A man on drugs attempts to purchase a pig. Part 3 of 5. Content warning: drug use, domestic abuse, missing parent, random violence, cannibalism Story written and produced by Ross Sutherland Contains samples from Hauntology by Meavy Boy (Free Music Archive) and When the World Goes Quiet pt.VI byRydox (Archive.org) Featuring additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Recorded at Backland Studios (backlandstudios.co.uk) Imaginary Advice is free to all listeners To support the future of the podcast: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
102 Third Phase [ii. Hunting Party]
Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:07 +0000
Part 2 of a new fiction miniseries, in which a man on drugs attempts to purchase a pig. Content warning: drug use, random violence, cannibalism Story written and produced by Ross Sutherland Contains samples from Hauntology by Meavy Boy (Free Music Archive) and When the World Goes Quiet pt.VI byRydox (Archive.org) Featuring additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Recorded at Backland Studios (backlandstudios.co.uk) Imaginary Advice is free to all listeners To support the future of the podcast: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Sun, 14 Apr 2024 05:00:14 +0000
The start of a new fiction miniseries, in which a man on drugs attempts to purchase a pig. Content warning: graphic death, ref to domestic violence, drug use Story written and produced by Ross Sutherland Contains samples from Hauntology by Meavy Boy (Free Music Archive) and When the World Goes Quiet pt.VI byRydox (Archive.org) Featuring additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Imaginary Advice is free to all listeners To support the future of the podcast: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Bonus: YOUR AGONY AUNT FOR A PHANTOM PAIN
Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:05:59 +0000
Bonus episode! Accompanying the 100th episode extravaganza, Imaginary Advice looks back over some highlights from the last 10 years. Support the pod: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or, for a one-off donation go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice Selected clips: 37 Dear Chris (podcast title) 1 Crying at the back of an Ed Byrne Show (wardrobe) 23 Nice My Selector [returns throughout episode] 21 Gooey Soporific Blurg (Mystikal) 41 In Which I Confess to Many Murders (Octopus) 39 I Heart 1984 31 You Can’t Go Home Again (podcast party) 48 Naked People Have More Explaining to Do (Sport Chat) 49 Re: The Moon 56 HORSE FACTS 41 In Which I Confess to Many Murders 86 How to Write Badly Well (lose track mid-sentence) 64 Dream Your Way to a Happier You (froggy)
100th Episode (feat. Avery Trufelman, Eric Molinsky, Helen Zaltzman, Joe Dunthorne & Joseph Fink)
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 02:00:03 +0000
Imaginary Advice celebrates its 100th episode with special guests Eric Molinsky, Avery Trufelman, Joe Dunthorne, Helen Zaltzman and Joseph Fink. Consider supporting the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or, to make a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:31 +0000
Did you know that hearing loss can cause hallucinations? No, neither did I. That is, until my son was born & I started hearing his cry coming out of air conditioning vents. The first part of this episode was originally broadcast on Radio 4's Short Cuts. It was produced by Eleanor McDowell for Falling Tree Productions. The rest of episode was written and produced by Ross Sutherland, with additional music by Jeremy Warmsley. OPERA TICKET LINK: https://bit.ly/GiantOpera Giant is playing at the Linbury Theatre from March 8th - 15th Support the podcast: www.Patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or, to give a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:01:09 +0000
Content warning: discussion of cancer, infertility, pregnancy, assault, mental health. Returning from a year-long podcast break, Ross tells two true stories about losing the boundary between real-life and the imagination. Written and produced by Ross Sutherland Contains additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Support the podcast: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or for a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
BONUS: Repeat After Me (Repeat) | But Sometimes I Worry
Tue, 26 Dec 2023 21:46:39 +0000
A repeat of a past episode. Then again, as music. Part 1: Repeat After Me - audio essay by Ross sutherland Part 2: But Sometimes I Worry - music composed by Nathaniel Parks Recorded Nov 11th, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Baltimore Concert programme: https://bit.ly/3RTlP5p Video version: https://youtu.be/0Tt2JqBySE0?si=J7PR8tmd9yCYXTqn https://nathanielparksmusic.com/ https://www.imaginaryadvice.com/ NEW SEASON OF IMAGINARY ADVICE BEGINS JAN 8TH 2024
UNLOCKED: Making of "Exorcist Dave Stewart" (Part 2)
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:02:04 +0000
Imaginary Advice is still on paternity leave! The podcast is scheduled to return with new episodes in early 2024. In the meantime, here's the second of two unlocked episodes from the IA Patreon... This episode: Ross Sutherland and special guest Angus Dunican discuss the story Exorcist Dave Stewart (Part 2). To listen to the original episode, click here: https://soundcloud.com/ross-sutherland/34-exorcist-dave-stewart-pt-2 Angus Dunican is a writer, actor & comic. For more on Angus, goto www.AngusDunican.com If you'd like to support the show in the meantime, you can still sign up to the Patreon (www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland) or make a one-off donation via www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
UNLOCKED: Making of "Exorcist Dave Stewart" (Part 1)
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:55:25 +0000
Imaginary Advice is still on paternity leave! The podcast is scheduled to return with new episodes in early 2024. In the meantime, here's the first of two unlocked episodes from the IA Patreon... This episode: Ross Sutherland and special guest Angus Dunican discuss the story Exorcist Dave Stewart (Part 1). To listen to the original episode, click here: https://soundcloud.com/ross-sutherland/33-exorcist-dave-stewart-pt-1 Angus Dunican is a writer, actor & comic. For more on Angus, goto www.AngusDunican.com If you'd like to support the show in the meantime, you can still sign up to the Patreon (www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland) or make a one-off donation via www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Sat, 31 Dec 2022 12:29:14 +0000
Ross explores the connections between poetry and spellcasting. Nb. This episode was originally broadcast in 2018. To support the podcast, goto www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
"Imaginary Advice" Will Return
Sat, 31 Dec 2022 12:20:14 +0000
The final piece of music in this episode is "Bleaky Enchanting" by Jonnie Common from the Missing Episode soundtrack. For more of Jonnie's music go to: http://www.jonniecommon.com/ Thanks so much for listening to Imaginary Advice in 2022! To support the podcast during the hiatus, goto www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:06:03 +0000
In homage to the Charles Dickens ghost story, The Signalman, Ross Sutherland spends a night in one of the last working signal boxes in the UK. A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 Written by Ross Sutherland Produced by Jack Howson and Joby Waldman Sound Design by Chris Watson and Steve Bond Contributor: Dave Beckett Support Imaginary Advice: www.Patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:36:07 +0000
Following the acquisitions director of an infinite library on their last day of work. Written by Nick Douglas (nickdouglas.me) Performed by Ross Sutherland Produced by Ross Sutherland Contains music by Jeremy Warmsley (jeremywarmsley.com) Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/rossgsutherland Or make a one-off donation: buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
95 The True Crime of Your Frozen Death
Fri, 30 Sep 2022 05:49:53 +0000
A homage to the Giallo film genre, set within the True Crime podcasting scene. Story by Ross Sutherland Translated by Cristina Marras (cristinamarras.com) Performed by Cristina Marras and Ross Sutherland Additional voice acting by Andrea de’Cesco, Gianfranco Bitti, Fausta Laddomada Original music by Jeremy Warmsley (jeremywarmsley.com) Produced by Ross Sutherland Consider supporting Imaginary Advice! Make a monthly donation: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Make a one-off donation: buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice To hear an English-subtitled version of this episode, subscribe to the Radio Atlas podcast. (radioatlas.org). RA episode released Oct 7th. For further listening on a similar theme, I recommend Cristina's story "Games We Play in the Dark": https://soundcloud.com/kommunic8/explorations-on-darkness-1-games-we-play-in-the-dark
94 Locked Room Mystery (Side B)
Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:34:10 +0000
Basically a dance-music remix of last month’s episode. "Locked Room Mystery Side B" is set in the same country manor as Side A, but 76 years later, during a shitty rave. Written and produced by Ross Sutherland Additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (jeremywarmsley.com) Buy the Imaginary Advice Guided Writing Journal: www.imaginaryadvice.com/merch Support the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
93 Locked Room Mystery (Side A)
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:11:35 +0000
Part one of an Agatha Christie-inspired murder mystery, set inside a butler academy. Written & Produced by Ross Sutherland Score includes music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarsmley.com) Support the podcast: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Teaser: Charlie Shackleton on The Shining
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 12:25:14 +0000
Full episode unlocked at www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
92 The Coolest Guy Who Ever Lived
Thu, 30 Jun 2022 21:35:46 +0000
A radio advice show takes a hostile caller. Story by Ross Sutherland Performed by Katie Bonna and Ross Sutherland Produced by Ross Sutherland Buy Imaginary Advice tee-shirts / mugs www.imaginaryadvice.com Join my Patreon for a monthly bonus podcast www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Alternatively, buy me a coffee? www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Wed, 01 Jun 2022 06:25:18 +0000
An attempt to combine two beloved forms of 80s story-media: the Talking Tape and the Choose Your Own Adventure Novel... BONUS TEXT ADVENTURE VERSION: https://imaginaryadvice.itch.io/you-are-ant Story written and produced by Ross Sutherland. Additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (jeremywarmsley.com) Imaginary Advice teeshirts and mugs now available at imaginaryadvice.com/merch IA is funded exclusively through Patreon. Supporting the show gets you access to a bonus monthly podcast, plus other perks. For more info goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Imaginary Reprise: Tim Clare on S.E.I.N.F.E.L.D.
Fri, 20 May 2022 09:10:21 +0000
UNLOCKED! From the Patreon bonus podcast, an episode of Imaginary Reprise. Ross Sutherland talks with author Tim Clare about the story "S.E.I.N.F.E.L.D." from 2018. Tim's new book is in shops now: "Coward, Why We Get Nervous and What We Can Do About It." https://www.waterstones.com/book/coward/tim-clare/9781838853105 To hear the rest of this bonus series, become a Patreon supporter www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Fri, 20 May 2022 08:33:50 +0000
Ross Sutherland teaches an AI to do stand-up comedy (Repeat: first aired 2018.) $5+ Patreon supporters get access to the bonus podcast series, IMAGINARY REPRISE. For more info, goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Alternatively, you can buy me a coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Sun, 01 May 2022 07:07:22 +0000
Story by Tim Harding (@hotfingersclub). A Bed and Breakfast is terrorised by a flock of carnivorous starlings. Sound design by Ross Sutherland Additional music by Jeremy Warmsley (jeremywarmsley.com) NEW! IMAGINARY ADVICE CORPORATE LOGO TEESHIRTS: www.imaginaryadvice.com/merch Support the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:31:36 +0000
The final act of IA's procedurally generated heist movie. Written and produced by Ross Sutherland. Original music by Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) Support the show: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:47:49 +0000
The new IA miniseries "Wiki-Heist" continues (part 2 of 3). Having recruited his crew, Ross sets the heist in motion... Featuring music by Jeremy Warmsley. www.Jeremywarmsley.co, Want to help keep the podcast going? For more info goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.imaginaryadvice.com
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 23:13:41 +0000
Imaginary Advice returns from hiatus! The new season begins with a procedurally-generated heist story. Part One of Three. Want to help keep the podcast going? For more info goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland www.imaginaryadvice.com
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:35:08 +0000
Imaginary Advice returns for a brand new season, starting 1st February 2022.
"Imaginary Advice" Will Return
Mon, 31 May 2021 08:16:04 +0000
Imaginary Advice is going on a short break! The hiatus is probably going to last around six months, but after that, IA will be back, bigger and better than before. All Patreon payments are paused (I'll give plenty of notice before unpausing). You can still access the bonus material during the break. If you're a new listener, and would like to donate some money towards the show during the break, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/imaginaryadvice Or alternatively, you can send money direct to my Paypal: "rossgsutherland@yahoo.com" I can't wait to be back posting on this channel again. Take care -Ross
86 How to Write Badly Well (w/ Joel Stickley)
Tue, 25 May 2021 09:26:47 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents an audio adaptation of Joel Stickley's anti-writing manual, "100 Ways to Write Badly Well". Episode written by Joel Stickley. Produced by Ross Sutherland. Performed by Joel Stickley and Ross Sutherland with additional voice acting by Lizzy Dening. Score includes pieces by Jeremy Warmsley, as well as music licensed through melodyloops.com Patreon supporters will receive a free e-book copy of Joel's "100 Ways to Write Badly Well". Also, $5+ supporters will receive access to the new bonus podcast, Imaginary Reprise. For more, goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:33:43 +0000
Ross Sutherland interviews prop artist Graham Owens, the “true” author of the famous manuscript prop used in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. (Part 3 of 3) Featuring music from Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com) To support Imaginary Advice: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:25:22 +0000
Ross Sutherland interviews prop artist Graham Owens, the “true” author of the famous manuscript prop used in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. (Part 2 of 3) Featuring music from Jeremy Warmsley (www.jeremywarmsley.com)
Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:49:20 +0000
Ross Sutherland interviews prop artist Graham Owens, the “true” author of the famous manuscript prop used in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. (Part 1 of 2) To support Imaginary Advice (and get access to the bonus behind-the-scenes podcast)goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
82 My Car Plays Tapes (by John Osborne)
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:00:06 +0000
Imaginary Advice returns with a new autobiographical story from John Osborne, MY CAR PLAYS TAPES: a story about getting older, failing cars, and what to do with all those old cassette tapes. Written by John Osborne www.johnosbornewriter.com/ Produced by Ross Sutherland for Imaginary Advice. www.imaginaryadvice.com Additional score by Jeremy Warmsley www.jeremywarmsley.com Support the show on Patreon and get access to my new "making-of" series: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
81 Snowman Emoji [6TH BIRTHDAY EPISODE]
Fri, 04 Dec 2020 10:54:35 +0000
The podcast celebrates its six-year anniversary by ruining a party, cutting up all the mail, then flipping a kilogram of cocaine To support the podcast, goto: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
80 The Outsider / Pterodactyls (feat. Emmy the Great)
Mon, 23 Nov 2020 17:30:55 +0000
A special bumper collaborative episode with musician Emma-Lee Moss AKA Emmy the Great. Golden House Walkthrough Guide: https://bit.ly/GoldenFAQ Episode features following music: Maisie Lee (Blue Dot Sessions) "Mary" from album April by Emmy the Great To support this podcast, goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:23:17 +0000
The final part of our puzzle miniseries, THE GOLDEN HOUSE. “These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message…perhaps a password of some kind. I’m reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter” - @ImogenShelfTest For full miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:17:52 +0000
The penultimate part of our puzzle miniseries, THE GOLDEN HOUSE. “These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message…perhaps a password of some kind. I’m reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter” - @ImogenShelfTest For full miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 07:30:39 +0000
Our six-part puzzle miniseries, THE GOLDEN HOUSE continues... "These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message...perhaps a password of some kind. I'm reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter" - @ImogenShelfTest For full miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:16:46 +0000
The next instalment of our six-part puzzle miniseries, THE GOLDEN HOUSE, written by Ross Sutherland. "These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message...perhaps a password of some kind. I'm reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter" - @ImogenShelfTest For full miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
Mon, 14 Sep 2020 07:40:50 +0000
The next instalment of our special six-part puzzle miniseries, THE GOLDEN HOUSE, written by Ross Sutherland "These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message...perhaps a password of some kind. I'm reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter" - @ImogenShelfTest For full miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
The Golden House (Intro / Episode 1)
Mon, 07 Sep 2020 06:45:12 +0000
A new six-part miniseries, dropping weekly over September & October: THE GOLDEN HOUSE "These six episodes were originally broadcast between September 2018 and January 2019. They were pulled from the internet shortly after. Each episode seems to contain a coded message...perhaps a password of some kind. I'm reposting in the hope that someone can shed light on what happened here. For clues and updates, follow me on Twitter" - @ImogenShelfTest For miniseries credits, goto: www.the-golden-house-podcast.com
73 Ten Thousand Years (Part 2)
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:28:22 +0000
(This episode follows on directly from the essay in episode 72) Ross invites four artists to help him rewrite the film Groundhog Day. In the original film, Bill Murray’s character leaves the time-loop after 35 years, but what if Bill was trapped in there for a bit longer... say, 10,000 years? Featuring new writing from Vanessa Kisuule, Daniel Cockburn, Lenni Sanders and Kim Noble. Additional readings from Rachael Ofori and Tim Clare. To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger This episode contains samples from: Sleep by Daniel Birch From “Ambient Volume 3” https://www.freemusicarchive.org/music/Daniel_Birch/Ambient_Vol3 Genus Part 2 by Deru From Genus https://deru.bandcamp.com/album/genus Lose Yourself by Nicholas Szczepanik from The Chiasmus https://nszcz.bandcamp.com/album/the-chiasmus
72 Ten Thousand Years (Part 1)
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:11:51 +0000
Ross Sutherland revisits Harold Ramis’s 1994 comedy Groundhog Day to see whether the film feels different in 2020 (essay). To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger
71 Sex and the City: The Return (Part 2)
Tue, 30 Jun 2020 10:44:44 +0000
The concluding part of IA's audio fiction miniseries. To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger Includes samples from: Revenge by Daniel Birch from "Distorted Chaos" https://www.freemusicarchive.org/music/Daniel_Birch/Distorted_Chaos Traditional Romantic Folksongs 9 licensed through Epidemic Sounds Senseless licensed through the "Sound of Picture" Library Sex And The City by Mitch Frohman Latin Jazz Quartet https://youtu.be/2TdlG2Ts0OA
70 Sex and the City: The Return (Part 1)
Thu, 14 May 2020 12:02:48 +0000
A vast immersive theatre show (inspired by the TV show "Sex and the City") is constructed in the centre of New York. (Part 1 of 2). To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger. Includes samples from: Traditional Romantic Folksongs 9 licensed through Epidemicsound.com Dark Mood Woods / The Red Room Angelo Badalamenti Twin Peaks (Limited Event Series Soundtrack) Thank God for the Rain Bernard Herrmann Taxi Driver OST Genus pt 2 Talbot & Deru Genus
69 The Air Year (feat. Caroline Bird)
Fri, 03 Apr 2020 07:39:09 +0000
An extract from poet Caroline Bird's new collection, The Air Year. Also: Ross Sutherland escapes into his sound effects library. To purchase The Air Year, goto: https://www.carcanet.co.uk/cgi-bin/indexer?product=9781784109028 Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger.
Sat, 07 Mar 2020 15:39:49 +0000
British rapper and poet Michael Riccardi (aka Mixy) is currently living in Shenyang, China. For his birthday, Mixy breaks quarantine in search of a beer. Produced by Ross Sutherland.
Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:59:03 +0000
Ross Sutherland and poet Abi Palmer collaborate on a modernisation of Francis Godwin's 1638 science-fiction novel The Man in the Moone. Warning: contains references to child death, drug abuse, animal cruelty. For more of Abi's Work, goto abipalmer.squarespace.com Her new book, Sanatorium, available for pre-order from pennedinthemargins.co.uk Commissioned and funded by Apples and Snakes. For more information, goto www.applesandsnakes.org Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger.
66 Exquisite Corpse(with Clive Desmond)
Tue, 21 Jan 2020 15:12:26 +0000
Taking inspiration from the surrealist game "Exquisite Corpse", Ross Sutherland and Clive Desmond (Pod Planet) collaborate on an audio programme using the same rules. For more about Clive Desmond's podcast, goto www.PodPlanet.org To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger.
65 We Are Legion (feat Neil Maskell)
Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:08:02 +0000
A secret burial at sea, and the nightmares that come after. Story written by Ally Gipps. Read by Laurie Bolger and Neil Maskell. Music / produced by Ross Sutherland. To support the podcast on Patreon goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger.
64 Dream Your Way to a Happier You
Sat, 16 Nov 2019 10:55:30 +0000
A series of altered hypnosis cassettes tell the story of a toxic relationship. Support the programme on Patreon: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Written & produced by Ross Sutherland. Hypnosis Programme Narrator: Lizzy Dening. Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger, supported by Arts Council England in partnership with Apples & Snakes. For more information goto imaginaryadvice.com
63 Tony Gang Flame War (5TH BIRTHDAY EPISODE)
Sun, 13 Oct 2019 20:44:59 +0000
Imaginary Advice turns five with a special episode about pyromancy, punk rock, and the novelisation of RUMBLE IN THE BRONX. Imaginary Advice is represented by Trigger, supported by Arts Council England in partnership with Apples & Snakes. For more information goto imaginaryadvice.com
62 Classic Boxing Narrative (feat. Rob Auton)
Thu, 05 Sep 2019 06:51:55 +0000
A traditional heroic tale of two boxers, one ring. Featuring extracts from Rob Auton's "The Time Show" (robauton.co.uk) If you'd like to support Imaginary Advice with a small monthly donation goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
61 Mise en Abyme (with Luke Kennard)
Sat, 13 Jul 2019 14:56:13 +0000
Artworks within artworks within artworks. Featuring new poetry from Luke Kennard
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 17:32:24 +0000
The first two episodes of "Mark Can't Rap", a new podcast series by Mark Grist. Mark sets out to teach himself the fundamentals of rap, through conversations with British MCs. Intermission: "Ab" - a piece on the Liverpool hiphop scene by Ross Sutherland.
Sun, 12 May 2019 10:03:20 +0000
A new short story by Tim Clare. Tim's new novel The Ice House is out now: https://canongate.co.uk/books/2531-the-ice-house/
Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:14:46 +0000
Ross transforms a word-search into a story about a house party. Score written by Jeremy Warmsley https://jeremywarmsley.bandcamp.com/
Fri, 08 Mar 2019 11:28:33 +0000
Part one: Ross tries to re-establish his home town as the most haunted village in England (originally broadcast on Short Cuts, Radio 4) Part two: Ross explains the plot of Lovejoy Part three: Ross explores the phenomenon of "set-jetting" Part four: a ghost tour of Peterborough, voted worst place to live in England in 2019 To support the podcast, please visit: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:24:44 +0000
Wouldn't it be great if you could listen to podcasts ALL THE TIME FOREVER AND EVER? If you'd like to support Imaginary Advice, goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Show website: www.imaginaryadvice.com
Wed, 26 Dec 2018 09:13:08 +0000
Ross Sutherland shares the same name as a Scottish Rugby team. If he searches for his name on Twitter, he tends to find a bunch of teenagers talking about murdering him at the weekend. Taken from a live show in Colchester Essex, December '18. Support the show on Patreon: www.Patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Wed, 12 Dec 2018 16:09:33 +0000
Two people putting their faith in music: Part One: Ross resurrects an old writing exercise to find his way out of writer's block, assisted by Magic 105.4. Part Two: a hapless artist moves to the Appalachian mountains to DJ for bears. If you'd like to support Imaginary Advice, consider giving a small monthly donation: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Mon, 29 Oct 2018 09:30:42 +0000
Ross explores the craft of storytelling in the British professional wrestling scene. (Originally broadcast on Radio 4. Produced by Eleanor McDowell for Falling Tree productions)
52 The Man Who Saw Tomorrow [4TH BIRTHDAY EPISODE]
Thu, 27 Sep 2018 17:06:56 +0000
Ross finds something in an old box of cassette tapes, and sets out to finish a story he started a long long time ago. Imaginary Advice needs your help! To support the show on Patreon, goto: www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Wed, 22 Aug 2018 12:52:08 +0000
Ross presents two stories on the afterlife: 1/ Hollywood Forever. Ross investigates the resting place of forgotten actors at London’s Cinema Museum (Originally broadcast on Radio 4’s Short Cuts programme). 2/ Please Hold: a short story about a life on the line. To help keep Imaginary Advice going, please goto www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
50 Four or Five Weddings and One or Two Funerals
Sat, 21 Jul 2018 07:34:37 +0000
Featuring guest John Osborne. Ross and John retell the making of Four Weddings and a Funeral, in wildly conflicting styles. Thanks for listening! To support Imaginary Advice on Patreon, goto: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Fri, 15 Jun 2018 14:13:26 +0000
Ross tries to get people to look at the moon. Part one: an essay on the the moon's special place in poetry. Part two: a school tries to stop its werewolf problem before it begins. Part three: a story of teenage wasters, told using one vowel only. Support the show through Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Mon, 04 Jun 2018 09:24:33 +0000
(Repeat)A love story on the dancefloor. Remixed for 2018!
Thu, 31 May 2018 08:54:17 +0000
(Repeat) A man who spends his entire life trying to make a single podcast episode about the Baldwin brothers.
Mon, 28 May 2018 13:04:35 +0000
(Repeat episode) A rivalry, told across six fancy dress parties.
48 Naked People Have More Explaining To Do
Mon, 14 May 2018 06:35:59 +0000
Ross presents four love poems. Poems are "Here", "Nude", "Things To Do Before You Finally Leave Town" and "The End of our Marriage". Also includes a special intermission on sport. Consider supporting the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
47 Me Versus The Spar (Parts 1 to 7)
Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:00:43 +0000
Ross Sutherland tries to expunge a bad memory by rewriting it over and over.
Mon, 26 Feb 2018 14:39:36 +0000
Ross Sutherland explores the relationship between cinema, poetry and magic.
Mon, 15 Jan 2018 06:42:14 +0000
Ross Sutherland tries to train a neural net to do stand-up comedy. To support the podcast through Patreon, goto: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
44 Now You See It (LIVE SHOW w/ Chris Hicks and Joe Dunthorne)
Thu, 07 Dec 2017 05:08:16 +0000
A special live edition of the podcast, recorded at Battersea Art Centre on 7th November 2017. Ross Sutherland talks about real versus imaginary versions of DJ Steve Lamacq. Born with no sense of smell, Chris Hicks talks about the bizarreness of perfume adverts. Joe Dunthorne presents a short-story written as a collection of authors' biographical notes. Please support the podcast through Patreon! Help me break even on this thing. https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 15:47:01 +0000
Ross presents a special ghost story for Halloween: a young priest discovers the true relationship between Art and the Devil. NB. This story is a follow-up to 'Exorcist Dave Stewart" (episode 33/34). You don't have to listen to that episode first. However, if you enjoy this one, make sure you check the other too. Tickets to the Imaginary Advice Live Show in London: https://www.bac.org.uk/content/44239/whats_on/whats_on/shows/imaginary_advice_live Support the podcast through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Imaginary Advice: Live in London (Tues 7th Nov '17)
Wed, 11 Oct 2017 16:06:16 +0000
Special announcement! I'll be doing a live show at Battersea Art Centre on Tuesday 7th November. For more details, check the Imaginary Advice Facebook group, or go to www.bac.org.uk
42 Missing Episode Commentary Track [3RD BIRTHDAY EP]
Wed, 11 Oct 2017 13:57:51 +0000
For the third birthday of Imaginary Advice, Ross Sutherland presents a commentary track for his BBC2 TV programme, Missing Episode. Watch the programme on iPlayer (throughout October 2017) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b098tcwd/performance-live-missing-episode After that, you can find the film at www.imaginaryadvice.com
41 In Which I Confess to Many Murders
Mon, 28 Aug 2017 09:27:52 +0000
In place of a regular episode, Ross presents five new poems. Discover the rich history of blue rectangles, take an octopus onto the streets of Cambridge, write a love letter to a telepath, all the while becoming an accessory to a series of (grossly under-appreciated) murders.
40 The Sutherland Dunthorne Luck Index (featuring Joe Dunthorne)
Thu, 03 Aug 2017 12:23:00 +0000
Ross takes author Joe Dunthorne to a casino. Support the Imaginary Advice podcast through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland For more info, go to www.imaginaryadvice.com
Wed, 12 Jul 2017 22:19:34 +0000
Ross exploits feelings of nostalgia with a poorly remembered celebration of the year 1984. Afterwards, he reads a depressing children's story about a boy who can look 180 degrees behind him.
38 Scooby Doo & The Black Sea of Infinity (w/ Tim Clare)
Mon, 05 Jun 2017 20:24:39 +0000
Ross talks to author Tim Clare about how storytelling can be used in the face of nihilism. Meanwhile, Mystery Inc ends up trapped inside an HP Lovecraft story. To support the podcast through Patreon, goto https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
Wed, 10 May 2017 05:34:02 +0000
After 36 episodes, the podcast finally gets around to offering some advice. Featuring guest writer Chris Hicks (McSweeneys)
Mon, 10 Apr 2017 12:12:48 +0000
Ross Sutherland explores the relationship between science and storytelling. Contains the poem 'Experiment To Determine the Existence of Love' and a new TV show pitch for Dr Brian Cox. I really want Imaginary Advice to continue, but to do so, I need your help! To donate to the show, visit https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
35 Violence Makes Any Story Real
Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:05:37 +0000
Ross Sutherland tells the story of the time he accidentally became a storyline in a UK wrestling promotion. Originally broadcast on Radio 4's Short Cuts for Falling Tree productions.
34 Exorcist Dave Stewart (Pt 2)
Thu, 02 Feb 2017 12:12:34 +0000
An exorcist faces the toughest case of his career in a new story by Ross Sutherland (part 2 of 2)
33 Exorcist Dave Stewart (Pt 1)
Mon, 09 Jan 2017 20:30:22 +0000
An exorcist faces the toughest case of his career in a new story by Ross Sutherland (part 1 of 2). Support the podcast through Patreon! Donate $5 or more and receive a secret bonus episode. www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Visit the website for more info on the podcast: https://www.imaginaryadvice.com/
Mon, 26 Dec 2016 13:59:35 +0000
Ross Sutherland rewrites Jerusalem, in collaboration with Golden Age of Steam and composer Matthew Kaner. Listen to the full BBC episode here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04lkxh6 Support Imaginary Advice through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland New podcast website! For films, books and extra episodes: https://www.imaginaryadvice.com/
31 You Can't Go Home Again [2ND BIRTHDAY EPISODE]
Tue, 22 Nov 2016 13:05:16 +0000
For a special second birthday episode, Ross Sutherland records a correspondence with poet Aaron Kent. Having stopped writing poetry in recent years, Ross tries to use the space to revisit his love of verse. Ross tries to investigate why he wrote and also come to terms with why he stopped. Support the podcast through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Listen to all of Aaron's interviews: poeticinterviews.wordpress.com
Thu, 03 Nov 2016 20:06:59 +0000
This month, in a crossover with the One Track Minds podcast, Ross discusses his favourite song of all time. Recorded live at the Tabernacle in October 2016. For more about One Track Minds, goto http://www.onetrackminds.uk/
Sat, 17 Sep 2016 22:36:57 +0000
Ross Sutherland tells the story of his time working in a casino. Support the podcast through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Come watch my new palindromic play, PARTY TRAP at Shoreditch Town Hall: http://shoreditchtownhall.com/theatre-performance/whats-on/event/ross-sutherland-party-trap
Sat, 30 Jul 2016 11:06:32 +0000
Ross Sutherland talks about using Hitler to win arguments. To support the podcast, go to https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland to pledge a small monthly donation.
27 The Artist As A Viable Alternative To Death
Thu, 23 Jun 2016 06:38:48 +0000
A short extract from Ross McCleary's new book, available to order from Maudlin House in July. Use the code ARTIST20 for a 20% discount on the book. To stream Ross Sutherland's film for free, go to: standbyfortapebackup.com More information on Ross' palindromic play, Party Trap, at: http://www.showandtelluk.com/event/party-trap/ To support the podcast, go to www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland to pledge a small monthly donation.
26 Duck Family in Abandoned Fairground
Sat, 21 May 2016 14:21:32 +0000
Ross Sutherland mashes together the themes of two previous episodes, creating a brand new story about a dystopian theme park. Support the podcast through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland More info on supporting the podcast at http://imaginaryadvice.tumblr.com
Tue, 19 Apr 2016 15:27:29 +0000
Ross Sutherland talks about dreams and the things they fail to teach us. Consider supporting the podcast through Patreon! It'll help keep this going: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland This year, we're releasing a film adaptation of our "Wash Club" episode! For more infomation: http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/washclub
Tue, 15 Mar 2016 07:56:17 +0000
Ross Sutherland explores the consequences of repeating ourselves. With readings from Ryan Wan Winkle and Janice Acquah. Support the podcast through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland Listen to the Joe Muggs remix of last week's episode: https://www.mixcloud.com/NTSRadio/love-drain-22nd-february-2016/
Mon, 08 Feb 2016 20:15:16 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents a love story between a DJ and his number one fan. Support the podcast though Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland For more info on Ross' upcoming theatre tour: http://www.showandtelluk.com/event/standby-for-tape-back-up-tour-2016/
Sun, 10 Jan 2016 17:23:19 +0000
Ross Sutherland reveals a brand new zodiac based on the videogame Street Fighter 2. Visit the Penned in the Margins website to download a book of all twelve sonnets for free: http://www.pennedinthemargins.co.uk/index.php/2011/10/hyakuretsu-kyaku/ You can now support Imaginary Advice through Patreon. Pledge a small monthly donation to keep the podcast going: https://www.patreon.com/rossgsutherland
21 "Gooey Soporific Blurg" [FIRST BIRTHDAY EPISODE]
Mon, 30 Nov 2015 19:41:02 +0000
Celebrating the first birthday of Imaginary Advice, Ross Sutherland leaves the comfort of his wardrobe and takes a walk into Peterborough, in the hope that an episode will just "happen" along the way. Also featuring the Grammy nominated rapper, Mystikal.
20 The Questions John Humphrys Cannot Ask
Fri, 06 Nov 2015 15:31:25 +0000
Ross Sutherland remixes an episode of Radio 4's 'The Today Programme' into poetry. Also: the least inspired DJ set of all time.
Thu, 08 Oct 2015 13:19:15 +0000
Ross Sutherland spends National Poetry Day mashing keyboards with a class of seven-year olds
18 Infinite Non-Linear Break-Up Speech
Wed, 16 Sep 2015 15:36:14 +0000
Ross Sutherland explains the background to a new poetry project that uses the mp3 shuffle function to create an endlessly regenerating poem. Download the album for free at https://rosssutherland.bandcamp.com/
Tue, 18 Aug 2015 14:53:55 +0000
Ross Sutherland takes you through six house parties. To support the podcast, go to imaginaryadvice.tumblr.com
Tue, 28 Jul 2015 14:30:35 +0000
(Story starts at 7min mark) A love story told through the eyes of an astronomer. What use is Carl Sagan to a man about to lose his family forever? Originally commissioned by the London Science Museum. Written and presented by Ross Sutherland. To support the podcast & learn more about the show, goto http://imaginaryadvice.tumblr.com/
Tue, 07 Jul 2015 12:03:16 +0000
Ross Sutherland visits the secret tunnels that run under Disneyworld.
14 My Belated Review of "The Matrix: Reloaded"
Mon, 15 Jun 2015 11:46:21 +0000
Once upon a time, Ross Sutherland was sent to review the second Matrix film for a UK magazine. That night turned out to be the most embarrassing night of his life. Consequently, the review was never written. Now, twelve years later, Ross is finally turning it in.
13 The Black Album By Jay-Z (remixed as a short story)
Sat, 30 May 2015 12:25:22 +0000
Ross Sutherland remixes Jay-Z acapellas into a brand new short story. Lost inside the Tate Modern, a nine year old boy uses The Black Album as an audio-guide to try and understand the art.
12 The Night Before The Battle Of The Bands
Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:10:55 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents a story about a whole lot of bodies in a very small town. Originally written to accompany the new Summer Camp album, "Bad Love".
11 Answer In The Form Of A Question
Mon, 30 Mar 2015 23:16:20 +0000
Ross Sutherland tells the story of watching an IBM supercomputer compete on Jeopardy.
Mon, 09 Mar 2015 16:26:20 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents two pieces of science-fiction: poem "The Circus" and short-story "The Hand".
9 Are You A Member Of Wash Club?
Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:40:14 +0000
Ross Sutherland tells the story of how he invented a secret society by accident.
Mon, 09 Feb 2015 14:23:27 +0000
Ross Sutherland tells a true story about teaching poetry in prison. Also: a children's poem about shoes.
7 All Outcomes Are Positive, Even If Not Desired (Found Text Special)
Sat, 24 Jan 2015 18:43:32 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents a series of "found" poems. Contains text stolen from IMDB, the obituary pages, an old journal and Johnny Cash's audiobook of the Bible.
Wed, 14 Jan 2015 15:55:04 +0000
Ross Sutherland presents a monologue about a man trying to record a podcast. The Baldwin brothers feature heavily.
5 Twas The Nightmare Before CROM
Mon, 22 Dec 2014 19:05:33 +0000
Ross Sutherland uses a dictionary to rewrite "Twas The Night Before Christmas"
4 Bart Simpson Carnival Balloon
Fri, 12 Dec 2014 13:56:51 +0000
Ross Sutherland postpones christmas cheer to talk about two near-death experiences.
3 A Doctor With A Gun Heals Parts Other Doctors Cannot Reach
Fri, 28 Nov 2014 14:03:55 +0000
Ross Sutherland shares some reviews of made-up art, disseminated during the Liverpool Biennial. Also: a monologue by a haunted abstract painting.
2 Wee City Of Porcelain, Poll-Tax, Kestrels, And Billy Bragg Cassettes
Thu, 13 Nov 2014 21:55:58 +0000
Host Ross Sutherland attempts to uncover the true story behind the film Braveheart.
1 Crying At The Back Of An Ed Byrne Show
Sun, 26 Oct 2014 18:07:28 +0000
Host Ross Sutherland tells the story of the worst job he was ever offered.