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Starlight Radio Dreams



Synopsis:

Starlight Radio Dreams is a smorgasbord of auditory entertainment, combining classic radio drama-style serials with comedic sketches and improv. Join up-and-coming Internet celebrity Devin Showtime and her uncle, former Hollywood great Burlington Showtime, as they host a series of hilarious antics, fabulous guests, and amazing stories.


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Episodes:

SRD S6E1: Samuel Spruce in The Warehouse Always Wins

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:30:00 +0000

We really outdid ourselves with this one, a full show length musical episode!. This extravaganza is not to be missed featuring all original music and the story of Samuel Spruce the little wooden boy as he struggles with what it means to both be good and do what you’re told. 

This episode features the vocal talents of Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.
This episode features the writing, directing editing and composing skills of Jared McDaris

The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

This will be the final podcast episode of Starlight Radio Dreams for the time being. The crew here at SRD are incredibly proud of the work we’ve done over the course of the pandemic. Since October 2020, it's been just Ansel, Jared, and Kat at the helm of the good ship SRD. Although we are no longer able to maintain our pace of production, we are deeply grateful to our Patreon backers and subscribers as well as the cast members, guests, and other artists who have been instrumental in keeping these radio dreams afloat.

It is tough to say goodbye. We leave you with the pluckiness of Sam Spruce, wondering what beautiful opportunities tomorrow will bring. Please keep your eyes on this space for more information about what comes next. In the meantime, Keep Laughing and Keep Dreaming.

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SRD S5E12: The Nothing To Do With The Holidays Show.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 23:30:00 +0000

For many outlets, the end of the year is a time to be bedecked with holly, evergreen, and the scent of baking spices. At SRD, we prefer to buck tradition and go to the alternate extreme. We’ve forbidden our host, Burlington Showtime, from mentioning any holiday for the duration. That means President’s Day, International Kiss a Puppy Day, and the Fourth of July are all off-limits. Can he make it? You’ll have to tune in to find out. On top of torturing a Hollywood Q-lister, we’re also bringing you a new, fantastical episode of Sam Spruce and all the murder, hauntings, folktales, and Christmas elves (don’t tell Burlington) you’ve come to expect from our madcap team. 

This episode features the vocal talents of Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, and Ansel Burch.
This episode features the writing skills of Cassandra Rose, Jared McDaris, and Ansel Burch. 
This episode was edited by Ansel Burch and Jared McDaris

The SRD Theme was written and recorded by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Me, My Elf and I- 2021

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 11:30:00 +0000

It has been said the times are rarely precedented and this was just as true in the holiday season of 2021 as it is now. Was this bit originally aired in December. Yes. Is it still hilarious? Yes, again. Bet on it.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Jared McDaris as Crumble Bumbletum,
Ansel Burch as Simon Sillypants.
Kat Evans as Twinkle Sprinkle McBinkle.
Arielle Leverett as Ziggy Wigglypoo.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Samuel Spruce, The Little Wooden Boy in: The Frosty Wood.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Once upon a time, a little wooden boy ventured out into the snowy wood. As should be no surprise to anyone, this works out poorly in the short term but well in the long term. How will he survive? What sorts of dangers and people will he meet? There, my friends, lies a story.

Written, Composed and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Samuel Spruce the Little Wooden Boy.
Jared McDaris as Narrator and Ludwig the Squirrel.
Ansel Burch as Milty the Bee and Jiminy.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Reveal

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 18:43:01 +0000

This is our final short from Cassandra Rose for a while. * Gasp! * We know. Shocking, right? We’re so thrilled for her and the company that had the good judgement to hire her for an amazing, time-consuming job. That said, it’s appropriate to have a revelation to present for you to whet your appetite for this piece. Kat Evans as Detective Graveling, Mrs. Evelyn Davenport and Ms. Eugenia Marshall. Jared McDaris as Mr. Hollins. Ansel Burch as Burgs. Audio edited by Ansel Burch. The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Invisible Detective

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:30:00 +0000

This episode is for all of you who have been craving a dose of gun smoke and dramatic lighting in your audio comedy. Isidore is the invisible detective, the only gumshoe in the city with the spirit to investigate a death from the afterlife.

Written and directed by Ansel Burch.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Jared McDaris as Isidore.
Kat Evans as Alice.
Ansel Burch as Ernie.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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A President's Day Music Minute!

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:15:38 +0000

It’s a very special day when you can buy a mattress or dining set from a founding father and, luckily for residents of the United States, that occasion comes around once each year. It’s no running of the bulls but as silly traditions go, this one fits.

This throwback recording is from all the way back in season three before professor pianist transformed back into Arne Parrott and became one of the hottest podcast soundtrack writers on the market. Find more of his work at atptunes.com.

Written and performed by Arne Parrott. Ft. The voices of Ansel Burch and Anna Gaetke.

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SRD Shorts: Rip Van Winkles Deals and Dinkles

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Some stories are too good to be true but so good we’re willing to let go of verity in favor of our own happiness. These legends can take hold of the hearts of a nation, becoming part of the very fabric of its identity. Some of them are just bullshit though. We should probably do something about that.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Jared McDaris as Rip.
Kat Evans as Judith.
Ansel Burch as Mister Jonathan Doolittle.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD S5E11: Spooptoberfest V: The Reckoning

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Back when it was the fashion, we leaned hard into the Halloween season. That meant featuring characters from some of history’s favorite Halloween costume traditions: poltergeists, cryptids butterflies and Basil Rathbones aplenty! Not only that but we sent our host to a collection of carefully curated hells.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris, Cassandra Rose and Ansel Burch

This episode features the vocal talents of Arielle Leverett, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch. 

The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Legacy of Tammy Taters

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:30:00 +0000

If you ever have questions about the afterlife, you’re in the right place. We have the best luck with ghost hunters managing to actually touch the other side or at least having the other side touch them. Sometimes, even paranormal investigators should be careful wat they wish for. Written and directed by Jared McDaris. Featuring the vocal talents of: Arielle Leverett as Duchess Archipelaga De l'Orange. Kat Evans as Tammy Taters. Ansel Burch as Morty. Jared McDaris as Tod. Audio edited by Jared McDaris. The Starlight Radio Dreams Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Void

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:30:00 +0000

What a time to be alive when thousands of people can ignore you all at once and forever. It’s all the rage for our age. Chances are good you’re not reading these words right now thanks to the void we shouted it into. If you’ve ever felt like throwing all of your work into a big black hole in hopes that one or two people will press a button to give you some serotonin, boy is this the comedy short for you!

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Voice.
Jared McDaris as OtherVoice.
Arielle Leverett as Marlene and Customer.
Ansel Burch as Artist.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Sherlock in Time: Scandal in Nottingham, Pt 1

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 18:17:42 +0000

Popular culture since 1891 just wouldn’t be quite as popular or as cultured without the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, specifically the one which are now in the public domain and fair for plebs like us to use with abandon. So, please enjoy this mixing of cultured, highbrow literature with time travel silliness and social commentary. Stay tuned for part 2 as, legally speaking, there’s nothing to stop us from doing it again.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Arielle Leverett as Holmes.
Ansel Burch as Waton.
Jared McDaris as Priest.
Kat Evans as Witch.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The Starlight Radio Dreams theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Painted Lady

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:30:00 +0000

It is a fact universally acknowledged that going to a ball leads to drama and just as society today can’t get enough of the Bachelor, it seems the drama between Lady Bucksley and Lord Grishenwald was just as gripping. Will they? Won’t they? Either way, the local set are sure to be watching keenly!

Written by Cassandra Rose. Directed by Ansel Burch.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Jared McDaris as Lord Thornton Grishenwald.
Arielle Leverett as Lady Eloise Bucksley.
Ansel Burch as Sir Reginald Drake III.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Curse of Tammy Taters

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Tammy Taters has been haunting the airwaves ever since she first used podcasting as the natural outlet for her vengeful poltergeist energies. Having not been freed from this plane yet, she returns as a guest of sorts on Phantom Smashers. I think we can all agree, she steals the show.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris. Featuring the Vocal Talents of:
Jared McDaris as Tod.
Ansel as Morty.
Kat Evans as Tammy Taters.
Sound edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Starlight Radio Dreams S5E10: SRDemonology

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Our dear host Burlington has been brought out to the edge of Chciago’s light pollution for another amazing show full of variety and laughs which were super seasonal back in October. This episode is full of demons and other scary things like aliens and fascist punks. Join us for this full replay of our October livestream and, if you’re so inclined, check it out with visuals on YouTube. Written by Jared McDaris, Ansel Burch and Cassandra Rose. Directed by Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch. Featuring the vocal talents of: Sarah Moore, Julia Kessler, Kim Fukawa, Lisa Burton, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch. Audio edited by Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch. The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Flight of the Space Cowboy

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:38:33 +0000

Shoot for the stars we said. Perhaps we never thought anyone would actually follow through on that as a literal life goal. Yet, the number of people with holiday snapshots from beyond the von Karman line is growing already. In this fantasy short about aliens, that is. What an awful signifier of the wealth equalities present in this fictional world private space travel is…

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Leebox.
Ansel Burch as Dayv.
Jared McDaris as Bob and Skiorr Cosmox.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Hue and Cry

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 12:30:00 +0000

We’ve all been there. The best thing for us is often right in front of our faces but we don’t have the sense to see it. Look at grilled cheese? When was the last time you had one of those? Opportunities missed, every one. Can Elizabeth help save Chloe from the curse of missing the satisfaction of an opportunity that’s right in front of her? Find out in this lovely new short!

Written by Cassandra Rose. Directed by Ansel Burch. Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kate Evans as Chloe.
Sarah Moore as Elizabeth.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: All Cakes Are Beautiful

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 12:30:00 +0000

This spectacular monologue come to us from the Fluffy Foods Network which licensed this piece and this piece only out to ours. Why might they have done that? There’s no telling but we think you’ll agree that there are only a few things more precious in the mind of the average American than pineapple upside down cake and the Fourth of July. We think that this short is likely to remind you of at least one thing that should be right there on the top of your own list of things to hold dear.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the Vocal Talents of Kat Evans.
Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The Starlight Radio Dreams Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Slay Belles: Episode 3

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:30:00 +0000

AAAAaaah! Aaaaaaah! Everything is doomed. The portals are open. Monsters are pouring into our world from beyond! Someone call the Slay Belles! They’re the heroes tasked to fight monsters from Samhain to Yule and they’ve been putting in overtime. Will they be able to get to the bottom of why there are more monsters and whose fault it is? Find out in this contentious episode.

Written and directed by Kat Evans.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Julia Kessler as Ruby.
Kim Fukawa as Ethel.
Kat Evans as Edith.
Jared McDaris as Chesterton and Minor Demon Biff.
Lisa Burton as Jersey/ Portal Pippy.
Ansel Burch as Maserati and Final Demon.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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SRD Shorts: On The Rocks

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 12:30:00 +0000

We all have our demons. This sketch does too. They’re just pretty literal. You know, super literal. We figure that might actually be a little bit nice if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the figurative stuff going on all over the place.

Also, if you’re checking this out on release day, happy American Thanksgiving. It’s a complicated holiday but it comes with pie. The Production Team of Starlight Radio Dreams would like to acknowledge that the land on which we live and do our work is occupied land unceded by the Council of the Three Fires: the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi Nations. Many other tribes such as the Miami, Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Sac, and Fox also called this area home. Their losses and the cost of our current state are too great to be appreciated fully. Let us gather mindful of this debt.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the Vocal Talents of:
Kim Fukawa as Mephisto.
Lisa Burton as Dagon.
Kat Evans as Eve and Leviathan.
Ansel Burch as Heckler and Azazel.
Jared McDaris as Chris and Narrator.

Audio Edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Starlight Radio Dreams S5E9: Streamed Heat

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:30:00 +0000

It’s finally time for everyone to get access to the steamiest stream of the summer, which was actually mostly Halloween in June. Hey, it got steamy in spots and anyone whose mom squeezed their padded He-man muscle costume into a parka knows just how steamy Halloween can be.

This episode features Witches Get Stitches, Samuel Spruce Vs. Dracula, Two Chicks Walk Into a Bar, Meet the Frankensteins and Murder Mystery Mania Monthly.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris, Cassandra Rose and Ansel Burch.
Directed by Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.

Featuring the vocal talents of: Julia Kessler, Kim Fukawa, Lisa Burton, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.

Audio Edited by Ansel Burch and Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Murder Mystery Mania Monthly

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:30:00 +0000

We all love true crime these days and that trend goes way back. So far back that even these Charleston dancing, gin swilling aristocrats. Join Mazie Maradova in this… unrepeatable performance of exceptional dedication to the pursuit of truth!

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Featuring the vocal talents of
Kim Fukawa as Mazie Maradova.
Lisa Burton as Ermengarda.
Kat Evans as Cousin Bertrude.
Ansel Burch as Uncle Charlie.
Jared McDaris as Jeevington.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Meet the Frankensteins E3: Pulling Ourselves Together

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 04:35:45 +0000

We’ve been getting romantic lately and this episode finds its way there too with an unlikely connection between two neighbors in the rain. Can Shelley come to terms with her nature and accept herself the way the people closest to her do? Find out in this heartfelt episode.

Written and directed by Ansel Burch.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Jared McDaris as Theo.
Kat Evans as Shelley.
Kim Fukawa as Lily.
Lisa Burton as Eva.

Sound editing by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: 2 Chicks Walk Into a Bar

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Love comes for us all. That’s the saying right? In love no one can hear you scream? No. It mostly comes at night, mostly… Okay, Love may not be something we’re super experts at but we know it when we see it. For example, we love the work Cassandra Rose brought to us this month and were thrilled to bring it to life for you, dear listeners.

Written by Cassandra Rose.
Directed by Ansel Burch.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kim Fukawa as Joan.
Julia Kessler as Emma.

Audio Edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Samuel Spruce Vs Dracula

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 11:30:00 +0000

When one is a little wooden boy, trying to be good and do what you re told, the gig economy is perfect. You can be told what to do by people who have never met you. Heck, they don’t even need to really care that you exist, so long as you bring their burger lickety-split and don’t forget their dry cleaning on the way. Can Samuel Spruce make good as a food delivery driver against all odds? Perhaps the people who live in this big creepy house know.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Samuel Spruce, the little wooden boy.
Jared McDaris as Dracula.
Kim Fukawa as Catherine.
Julia Kessler as Erzebet.
Lisa Burton as Scylla.
Ansel Burch as Old Man.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed b Jared McDaris.

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SRD Shorts: Witches Get Stitches

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 11:30:00 +0000

If you’ve been afflicted with an outbreak of fun, people living their own dang lives and a general sense that your worldview may be slowly being outmoded; then you may just have a problem with witches. Not to worry dear friend. Society has been kept from advancing faster than the locality would prefer for centuries by loyal Witchfinders like the ones featured in this historically accurate representation.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Lavender Lemonbalm.
Ansel Burch as Basil Rosewurt.
Jared McDaris as Dill Carraway and Catesby.

Audio Edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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S5E8: June is Busting Out Of Your Pants!

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 11:30:00 +0000

With summer came all of our most lightly dressed comedy. Even we weren’t sure what exactly would make it to air. So, make sure you’re there to find out alongside our long suffering ancient relic of Hollywood’s Golden Age, Burlington Showtime as he provides all the precious context your heart can handle for the shorts we’ve been releasing for the past six weeks!

Written, Directed and Produced by Ansel Burch, Jared McDaris and Kat Evans.
Foley for Chekhov’s Date by Ele Matelan.
Chekhov’s Date by Cassandra Rose.
Featuring the vocal talents of Hanna Blazer, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.

The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Bustier Boulevard

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0000

This one goes out to all the people out there who wear bustiers whether it makes your assets unreal or surreal Bustier Boulevard might just be the place to go for your next lifty squeezy garment for both business and pleasure.

Written and directed by Kat Evans.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Hanna Blazer as Hippolyta.
Kat Evans as Dulcinea.
Ansel Burch as Mousie.
Jared McDaris as Skippy.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Camp Placeholder: Time Travel Camp

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0000

If you could time travel, when would you go? Maybe go back to ancient Turkey to see the construction of Gobekli Tepe to really stick it to those archaeology nerds at work? Would you travel back to the 1830’s to see what the climate was like before mass industrialization? How about yesterday to see where you left your right earbud. Whatever choice you would make, chances are pretty good you’d be goin gin blind. That’s why the training offered at Time Travel camp is so essential for children whose future selves end up hurtling through time like so many captains America.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch.

Featuring the vocal Talents of:
Jared McDaris as Mac and Z.
Hanna Blazer as Sid and Switch.
Kat Evans as Ace and Baron.

Audio editing by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Beyond Perception

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Stretch your mind out and find that while you can imagine a lot, you cannot actually touch anything that way. Figuratively then, touch the spirits of the people in your life with a lesson in metaphysics and transcendence from Sand Walker, well known low speaker and expert in comforting your chakras. In this episode she welcomes Dr. Singleton inventor of the multi-wave laser.

Written and directed by Ansel Burch.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Lisa Burton as Sand Walker.
Kim Fukawa as Dr. Singleton.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Chekhov's Date

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0000

There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that dating is hard. It does keep getting harder too with… well, you know. Something that has remained almost reassuringly consistent though is the true height of romantic awkwardness, the unannounced date. The date that has not been named. The date that might have just been a nice night out. Will Sonya and Petrov overcome it or will it stay on the shelf until the third act?

Written by Cassandra Rose. Directed by Ansel Burch.
Foley and Sound Design by Ele Matelan.

Kat Evans as Sonya.
Jared McDaris as Petrov.
Audio Edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Hearts of Dark Lord

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Meet Bubu Underfoot, the Gormless Centrist and the committee of thoughtful leaders who will help guide his hand toward the decisions they think most right for him. What he does to save the world is up to him, of course.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Kat Evans as Gramshy Markenshield.
Ansel Burch as Holofern, Son of Holograham.
Jared McDaris as Itherian of Glorifil Glade.
Hanna Blazer as Bubu Underfoot and Elenorel/Narrator.

Sound design and editing by Jared McDaris.
The Starlight Radio Dreams theme was written and recorded by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Uppington Parish Summer Special

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:30:00 +0000

The Fellows family has lived in Uppington Parish for time out of mind and golly they are not letting anyone forget about it. Enjoy the stories of these well to do people who still have problems of their own, which they are not really doing much about. Also hear from the servants whose work they rely on and who also have problems which the Fellows family are not doing much about.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Narrator, Angie the Confident Dressmaker, Earl.
Ansel Burch as Cecil the Butler, Priest.
Jared McDaris as Carl the Curmudgeonly Driver, Baroness.
Hanna Blazer as Master Fellows and Julie the Idealistic Chimneysweep.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written by Jared McDaris.

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SRD S5E7: The Lusty Crusty Musty Thrusty Month of May.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Spring is turning to summer and all of our cooped up-ness from the long pandemic winter is beginning to stretch back into the parks and promenades of the summer. As everything starts to look up, so to are we looking to up your comedy standards with new serials and shorts including fresh episodes of “Zootheosis” and “Meet the Frankensteins”. 

This episode was written and directed by Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch with additional writing by Cassandra Rose. It features the vocal talents of Kim Fukawa, Lisa Burton, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.

Audio Editing was done by Ansel Burch and Jared McDaris.
The Starlight Radio Dreams theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Maypole Day

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 23:30:00 +0000

Here at SRD we love tradition. Mostly because there are few things sillier than sticking to a decision that a dead person made in different circumstances when it’s not doing you any favors. The counterpoint, of course, is maypole dancing, fine old tradition that everyone enjoys unironically for the good of the community’s future. Have you ever danced a maypole? Our listener demographics indicate you likely have.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.

Featuring the vocal talents of:
Kat Evans as Lady Constance Marzipan and Dickensian boy.
Ansel Burch as Sir Diddilus of Cranbury.
Jared McDaris as Tom Chandler.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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Meet the Frankensteins: "Making Something of Yourself"

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Being a person is hard. It’s even harder when you’re not totally sure you are one. Will Theo and Shelley be able to overcome their insecurities and engage in modern society? Can they find what gives them drive and a place to belong? Or are they doomed to just exist without a greater purpose. Oh, they’re undead monsters. That’s why it’s funny. Written and Directed by Ansel Burch. Ansel Burch as Announcer. Kat Evans as Shelley. Jared McDaris as Theo. Lisa Burton as Eva. Audio editing by Ansel Burch. The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Writer's Blockade

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:30:00 +0000

On the eve of the release of our most recent writing work, we give you a plea from the inner minds of writers like ours. Specifically ours. Please validate our work they cry, well, we cry. Anyway… enough about us. How are you doing?

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch

Kim Fukawa as Marta.
Kat Evans as Kelley.
Jared McDaris as Dad.
Ansel Burch as Frank.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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SRD Shorts: Butterfly Kisses

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Not for the last time we’re asking why death should get in the way of love at first sight. Dive into the dreamy work of the monarch butterfly and prepare to fall in love too. We are thrilled to be featuring the work of a new writer in this episode. Cassandra Rose is a truly incredible wordsmith and this episode is just the first of what we see being a long friendship.

Written Cassandra Rose.
Directed by Ansel Burch.

Jared McDaris, as Marco.
Ansel Burch as Gerald.
Kim Fukawa. as Louise.

Sound design and editing by Ansel Burch.
The Starlight Radio Dreams theme was written and recorded by Arne Parrott.

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Zootheosis S1E3 St Spoip's Day

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 05:14:27 +0000

Interstellar wars are all the rage today and we here at Starlight Radio Dreams are not to be left behind. Thrill to the tale of a group of space pilots stranded on an alien world much like Earth in our Middle Ages as they fight to get back in the air. What will they be forced to compromise in the process and how sassy with they be at each other in the process, listen to find out!

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Captain Sierra Leeon and Foxglove.
Kim Fukawa as Angler and Cobwoad.
Ansel Burch as Narrator, Cornelius and Quigley.
Jared McDaris as Sir Masturby and Peasberry

Audio Editing by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme Song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Uppington Parish

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:30:00 +0000

We don’t know how to describe this one besides to say, “imagine if Downton Abbey was absurdist and super aware of the owner class.” This show come to us from the fringe part of the BBC where they make things that can’t be shown within 300 miles of the Queen. It’s a weird thing to use their TV tax money on but not the weirdest by a long shot.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Narrator and Someone Who Sounds a Lot Like Julie but Is Someone Else.
Ansel Burch as Cecil the Butler and Some Rabble Rouser.
Kim Fukawa as Julie the Idealistic Chimney Sweep.
Lisa Burton as Angie the Confident Dressmaker and Master Fellows.
Jared McDaris as Carl the Curmudgeonly Driver and Reginald.

Audio Editing by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Starlight Radio Dreams S5E6: "The April Showers Power Hour"

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:45:37 +0000

In this episode we learn a great deal about the traditions of the Showtime family and the respect Burlington doesn’t really have for traditions that have worn out their usefulness. We certainly can’t claim that Mr. Showtime is superstitious but he did manage to accept a lot of cryptids and talking animals in this episode which features over an hour of hilarity to keep you busy for at least part of your drive to a small, backyard barbeque. Featured in this Episode, “Samuel Spruce, the Little Wooden Boy: The Legend of Garbage Day” , “Public Domain Adventure Team: Total War” and “Boozlers in the Basement: April” with shorts, Lesser to None and Bigfoot Watch. Written and Directed by Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Sam Locke and Ansel Burch. Music in “Boozlers in the Basement: April” adapted and performed by Sam Locke. Featuring the vocal talents of Kim Fukawa, Sam Locke, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch. Audio Editing by Jared McDaris, Sam Locke and Ansel Burch. The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Bigfoot Watch

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

The Showtime Podcast Network has, at best, a tenuous relationship with reality and this month’s cavalcade of cryptids is a testament to our ability to get the best content available even from hosts and presenters who would otherwise be hesitant to release their content outside of blurry podcatchers and the overactive imaginations of people who did see something at some point.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Ansel Burch as BF and Merchant.
Kat Evans as Nessie.
Jared McDaris as Tanhoffer.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Public Domain Adventure Team: Total War

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

In the midst of one of history’s most well known and closely studied pieces of epic literature, Mr. Toad and the Ghost of Christmas Past must find someone who does not belong in an ancient Greek city and solve whatever problems they may have caused. Meanwhile, Jane Eyre must stop Beowulf from accidentally killing someone who is essential to the continuity. Will they succeed?

Written and directed by Ansel Burch.

Ansel Burch as Announcer, Mr. Toad, Hector and Crier.
Jared McDaris as Beowulf, Faustus, Agamemnon and Soldier.
Kat Evans as Jane Eyre and Helen of Troy..
Kim Fukawa as The Ghost of Christmas Past.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Boozlers in the Basement: April

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Eugene, Beulah and Glade are still living in the basement of the Station Inn and fortunately, they were able to update us on their current status via song. Granted, they do most things via song but we are no less pleased to have gotten such a treat.

Written and performed by:
Sam Locke as Eugene and Glade Boozler.
Kat Evans as Beulah Boozler.

Audio Edited by Sam Locke.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Samuel Spruce, The Little Wooden Boy Ep 3: The Legend of Garbage Day

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

There comes a time in the life of every little wooden boy when he must leave the confines of his fathers house and go into the world to make something of himself. We’ve been over that with Samuel Spruce. Sadly, making something of himself is a little more complex than it once was and becoming a real boy is seeming farther and farther away. This isn’t going to dampen the spirits of an optimist like Sam though. So, he’s taken a job as a sanitation engineer; a job which is bound to teach him a great deal about society and economy.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Samuel Spruce.
Jared McDaris as Three-Fingered Joe and Morgan.
Ansel Burch as Freddy.
Kim Fukawa as Eru and Doll.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and directed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Lesser to None

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Lesser to none brings you the viewpoints of some one the mascots of childhood delusion and this month is no different as the Easter Bunny welcomes the Tooth Fairy into the magical studio where they can finally let it all out and really say how things are in the magical realms these days. It’s insightful, it’s challenging and it might just make your inner child grow up a little.

Written and Directed by Kat Evans.

Jared McDaris as Hopsydaisy Boopwiggle.
Kat Evans as Incisor Fae.
Ansel Burch as Peter Rabbit.

Audio Edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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Starlight Radio Dreams S5E5: "The Ides of Starch"

Thu, 27 May 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Burlington Showtime is once again bringing you all of the material put out by the Starlight Radio Dreams team. from across our galaxy of misfit podcasts, you can now enjoy special episodes and promotional clips from Talkin’ 'Bout ‘Taters, Senate Hearing XXXIII, Baking with Missy O’Danagher and New Age Astrology as well as updates from two of our channel’s ongoing serials, Meet the Frankensteins and Public Domain Adventure Team.

This episode was written and directed by Ansel Burch, Jared McDaris and Kat Evans.
Featuring the vocal talents of Kim Fukawa, Alex B. Reynolds, Lisa Burton, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.
Music for Sleepy Pants was written and performed by Dillon Shipman.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.
Special thanks to our friends at Shure incorporated for their generous support.

Starlight Radio Dreams is an audio comedy variety show lampooning every genre within the podcasting space. We’re a comedy show with a podcasting habit. The best way to enjoy all that we offer is through our full, live stream productions (or in person shows which we can just see on the horizon). So, if you enjoy this episode on release day, there’s still time to get a ticket for the Live Stream of “The Lusty, Musty, Crusty, Thrusty Month of May” presented at 8pm CT on May 28th.

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Meet the Frankensteins S1E1: Making Friends

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Theo and Shelley may be the product of Dr. Frankenstein’s disdain for nature and mortality but they’re also people, just like us. Can they overcome their own self doubt and fear to find a place where they can belong? The only way to find out is to listen in.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch.

Kat Evans as Shelley
Jared McDaris as Theo
Alex B. Reynolds as Aidan
Lisa Burton as Eva
Kim Fukawa as Lily

Sound edited by Ansel Burch
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: New Age Astrology: March

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:30:00 +0000

If you’re an astute watcher of the sky, maybe you think you already know what the stars say about your love life and choices but allow us to disabuse you because you’re in the house of slightly curved line now and there’s nothing you can do about it.

Subscribe to Starlight Radio Dreams on your favorite podcatcher to get new episodes every Thursday!

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris..

Jared McDaris as One.
Kat Evans as Two and Alarm.
Ansel Burch as Tim Taggley

Audio Edited by Jared McDaris
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Public Domain Adventure Team in Wonderland

Thu, 06 May 2021 19:40:01 +0000

Our favorite royalty free heroes from across the Western canon have come to Wonderland for the best possible reason, a wedding! Not to worry, they’re still going to find a way to save the date.

Alex B Reynolds as Announcer, Harold, Four and March Hare.
Kat Evans as Jane Eyre and Dormouse.
Jared McDaris as Mr.Toad, Two and Jabberwocky.
Ansel Burch as Beowulf and Lion.
Lisa Burton as Ghost of Christmas Past, Seven.
Kim Fukawa as Caterpillar and Queen.

The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.
Audio editing by Ansel Burch.

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SRD Shorts: Sleepy Pants (Baking with Missy O' Danagher)

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 17:15:55 +0000

It’s been a full year since our first quarantine show and while we still love bread, it;s clear that the baking has become a thin metaphor. Enjoy this fresh musical episode as the pretense of baking slips farther away. Not to worry though. The relatable content is… right there on the surface.

The Song Sleepy Pants written an performed by Kat Evans and Dillon Shipman.
Kat Evans as Missy O’Danagher

Audio Edited by Ansel Burch
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Senate Hearing XXXIII

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Eyes open, culture junkies. We’re joining court Roman affiliate for a report from the senate of Julius Caesar. Stay up to date on real events of the world, we dare you.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Kim Fukawa as Obsequius Toad.
Alex B. Reynolds as Pobodys Nerfect and Obvius Fassad.
Lisa Burton as Ma’am, Julius Caesar & Marc Antony.
Kat Evans as Vestigial Arm.
Ansel Burch as Gregarius Pompus and Tom Johnson.
Jared McDaris as Servilius Casca, Caius Cassius.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Talkin' 'Bout 'Taters

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:01:01 +0000

Tammy knows all there is to know about potatoes. It’s preternatural, really. How does she know so much? Well, that would be spoiling it. Join Tammy as she interviews a new guest about his meteoric rise to the top of the potato world and the way he crushed his competition in the starchy battlefield of the national ‘Tate Off.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Tammy Taters
Ansel Burch as Joseph Addlepast

Audio editing by Jared McDaris.
The Starlight Radio Dreams Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD S5E4: Pandaversary

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 11:31:00 +0000

We celebrated one year since our last in-person show the way we celebrate everything by doing another amazing show! This one was chock full of serials and even includes a new musical number. If you want to hear the whole show as it was presented including interstitial hosting from our very own Burlington Showtime, then this is the episode for you. 58 minutes of comedy in one easy download! There’s more where that came from too. Head on over to our patreon and back us at the $10 level for free admission to every livestream! That’s the best way to get every episode at the peak of freshness.

Written and directed by Ansel Burch, Kat Evans and Jared McDaris. Featuring the vocal talents of Kim Fukawa, Julia Kessler, Ansel Burch, Kat Evans and Jared McDaris.

Audio editing by Ansel Burch and Jared McDaris
The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Spoopening

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 17:39:22 +0000

Life comes at you fast. The afterlife? Even more so. No one tells you what to expect and once you’re there you’ve gotta’ be your own undead. No wonder so many ghosts get a little confrontational.

Written and directed by Kat Evans.

Kim Fukawa as Narrator.
Julia Kessler as Agent.
Kat Evans as Stacey.
Ansel Burch as Jimmy.
Jared McDaris as Ghost.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Samuel Spruce the Little Wooden Boy: Ep 2 "Disgusting Jobs with Mitch McCrow"

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:57:45 +0000

When it comes time to do a disgusting job, attitude is essential. Luckily, what Sam Spruce lacks in worldly experience, knowledge of labor laws and a circulatory system is certainly made up for by his plucky attitude. Will this sunny little puppet-come-to-life make it through a day on the job? Will he be able to advocate for himself and his fellows? Find out in this new episode!

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Kat Evans as Sam Spruce.
Julia Kessler as Alex.
Kim Fukawa as Jaime Tamsen.
Ansel Burch as Chris Noble.
Jared McDaris as Mitch McCrow.

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Slay Belles S1E2: Crows and Office Cronies.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:28:57 +0000

The Slay Belles, true to their name, have been slaying hard all winter long and when it’s time for their well earned vacation they don’t take kindly to needing to stay on due to a continued onslaught from the creatures beyond our mortal realm. Will they be able to survive the monsters which still beset that world and figure out what their home office isn’t telling them? Find out in this episode! Subscribe to Starlight Radio Dreams on your favorite podcatcher to make sure you’re up to date on all of our hilarious shows!

Written and directed by Kat Evans.

Kim Fukawa as Ruby.
Julia Kessler as Ethel.
Kat Evans as Edith.
Jared McDaris as Chesterton.
Ansel Burch as Garbled Voice and Barb.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Meet the Frankensteins: Pilot

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Shelley and Theo may be unspeakable undead abominations but now that they’re people, they’re going to have to figure out how to live in this crazy ol’ world. Will they be able to mange in the big city? Will they be able to grapple with the existential crisis of their unlives? Will the barbeque place downstairs feed them all three meals a day? Join them as the journey begins in the series’ pilot.

Written and directed by Ansel Burch.

Jared McDaris as Theo.
Kat Evans as Shelley.

Episode art by Erin Cline.
Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD S5E3: New Year, New Me, New Catastrophe

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000

We kicked off the new year with a bang and this episode if your chance to enjoy two series pilots, two comedy shorts and a parody song as well. Enjoy almost an hour of action, whimsy, myth and relatable metaphors that’s sure to make you feel at least a little more seen.

Written, directed and performed by Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Sam Locke and Ansel Burch.. Featuring the vocal talents of Kim Fukawa and Julia Kessler.

Audio Edited by Sam Locke, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: The Problem

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Life onboard a spaceship seems pretty cushy. Your society experiences no scarcity, you can do whatever you’re passionate about and if you time it out right, some other sucker will be there to do all the hard diplomacy stuff. So… how will the crew of the UGFAP Exercise keep themselves busy between missions to fetch things from different space stations? Subscribe to Starlight Radio Dreams on your favorite podcatcher to find out!

Written and directed by Ansel Burch

Kat Evans as Captain
Jared McDaris as Communications and Engineering
Kim Fukawa as The First Officer
Julia Kessler as Science

Audio edited by Ansel Burch
The SRD theme was written and preformed by Arne Parrott.

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Boozlers in the Basement: January

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Eugene, Beulah and Glade Boozler have all been trapped in the basement of the Station Inn, Nashville since the beginning of the quarantimes without a single trip out to buy emergency TP or just go for a walk to make sure the neighborhood still looks the way they remember (highly recommended). So, to say they’re going a little stir crazy is an understatement. How will a cabinet full of old games, most of which are missing pieces or have beer crusted on them, help keep them from losing it? Subscribe to Starlight Radio Dreams on your favorite podcatcher to find out.

Written and performed by Sam Locke and Kat Evans.
Kat Evans as Beulah Boozler.
Sam Locke as Eugene and Glade Boozler.

Audio Edited by Sam Locke.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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The Slay Belles: Season Premiere

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Ruby, Ethel and Edith are The Slay Belles, a butt kicking trio of office warriors here to kick the monsters out of your cubicle. That is, provided said monsters are literal and the kicking can be equally literal. Usually they limit themselves to the holidays, hence their team name but this year something is different. The office monsters have persisted into the fourth quarter and that can’t be good. Will they be able to find out where the monsters are coming from and stem the tide before all humanity and productivity is lost? Subscribe to Starlight Radio Dreams on your favorite podcatcher to find out.

Written and Directed by Kat Evans.
Kim Fukawa as Ethel.
Julia Kessler as Ruby.
Kat Evans as Edith.
Jared McDaris as Businessman, Gremlins, Demon.
Ansel Burch as Gremlins and Zombie.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Samuel Spruce the Little Wooden Boy: Season Premiere

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Samuel Spruce is a little wooden boy in the fine tradition of being a toy given life and a quest beyond one’s grasp to fully comprehend. The trouble, sadly, is that things have gotten significantly more banal and loveless since the old fairy tale days. Will Sam’s plucky attitude and optimism be enough to help him create human capital and become a real boy? Head on over to your favorite podcatcher and ask for Starlight Radio Dreams to find out.

Written and Directed by Jared McDaris.
Kat Evans as Samuel Spruce and Matilda Feeney.
Jared McDaris as Johanson and Officer.
Ansel Burch as Stoner and Dude .
Kim Fukawa and Julia Kessler as Rats.

Audio edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Under a Rock

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 04:20:39 +0000

You know how we all get taught algebra in school. So, in your adult life there’s occasionally something that makes you think you might finally need to apply one of those formulas but there is no way that you ever could? Luckily there’s no way that could ever happen but panic to recall something you should know does accompany so much of the best entertainment our generation has produced. Luckily, Zap and Cas are here to help you feel a little better about all that pressure to stay up to date.
Written and Directed by Ansel Burch.
Kat Evans as Zap.
Jared McDaris as Cas.
Ansel Burch as Announcer.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD S5E3: Snowstice: The Final Countdown

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000

Back In December, we packed two months worth of comedy into one hour between the holidays and now it’s your chance to enjoy every bit of the shenanigans. This episode includes a little reminder of the summer heat in December with a fresh episode of Camp Placeholder along with fresh new shorts and a holiday you can add to your calendar without needing to change your décor to accommodate it.

This episode features episodes written, directed and performed by Kat Evans, Jared McDaris and Ansel Burch; featuring the vocal talents of Julia Williams and Kim Fukawa.
Sound design and editing by Ansel Burch and Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Camp Placeholder: God Camp

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 13:33:00 +0000

Is it still a God complex if you literally create life and control it’s every action? The answer is yes and if you needed that clarification then we have good news! For centuries parents developing manias have found solace in sending their children into the woods to be supervised mostly by slightly older kids. Today this mostly takes the form of summer camp. In this episode of Camp Placeholder some of the Gods, who definitely have complexes, have sent some of their tykes for a developmentally interesting time that you are not going to want to miss.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch.

Kim Fukawa as Jauns.
Julia Williams as Berria.
Kat Evans as Uuden/ Head Counselor Seshat.
Jared McDaris as Hermes/ Camper.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Butter and Scotch

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:30:00 +0000

Have you ever had one of those dreams where everything is going super well and you’re pretty sure it’s lulling you into a false sense of security. You can smell cookies, someone you like is there and they don’t have any hard questions about taxes, GME stock or the Premier League. The dream takes place in a nice place where you feel good and don’t have persistent shame-filled memories to associate with. Then someone comes out from around the corner but surprise, it’s a puppy. This is kinda’ like that. Written and directed by Ansel Burch Kat Evans as Butter Jared McDaris as Scotch Audio edited by Jared McDaris. The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Zootheosis S1E2: Basic Admin but in Space

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:30:00 +0000

Have you ever sat at your workstation pressing buttons and pulling coffee from the tube only to think, “there’s a lot of stuff I’d do differently if I were in charge around here? The people in charge don’t know how to press buttons as well as I do. Heck, I bet they don’t even know how hard it is to press buttons all day or how often the coffee tube runs out.” Well you’re right. They probably don’t. It’s even true in space. In this episode, the heroic space fighter pilots of Lionstar continue trying to get their spaceships flying. Before they do, they’re going to have to organize a feudal civilization and there’s only one manager available. Written and directed by Jared McDaris. Kat Evans as Captain Sierra Leone Julia Williams as Angler Ansel Burch as Quigley Kim Fukawa as the Priestess Jared McDaris as The Lord Sound editing by Jared McDaris. The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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SRD Shorts: Hindsight!

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000

At midnight tonight everything gets better. We all know that, of course. 2021 is when the plague magically disappears, the murder hornets are revealed to be a mistake from someone accidentally having the zoom too high on their smartphone and we can all laugh that concerns about the Roomba uprising are a thing of the past. Here are two segments from Snowstice to observe and celebrate the year we had.

Written, performed and produced by Ansel Burch with additional writing from Kat Evans and Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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SRD Shorts: Gesture Vigilante

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 05:30:00 +0000

It’s easy to feel awkward, even around the people who know you best. So, to give you a hand we have a fresh clip from the Showtime Podcast Network. It is being described as a free sample from Doc Ypsilante, the Gesture Vigilante. Make sure to watch it before any family zoom calls you’ve got coming up. It can only help, right?

Written and directed by Kat Evans.
Doc Ypsilante: Jared McDaris.
Customers: Kim Fukawa, Julia Williams, Kate Evans and Ansel Burch.

Sound editing by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Me, My Elf and I.

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

It’s a contentious world out there and no doubt about it. This time of year, the capacity for nonsense to distract from hard earned shananiganry and pastimestance is high. The Sparkle Funtime Network has partnered with the Showtime Podcast Nwetwork to bring this insightful discussion based program to your banal world in hopes that the sprit of the season can be appreciated by all right thinking elves and other less magical persons.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Ansel Burch as Simon Sillypants.
Kat Evans as Twinkle Sprinkle-McBinkle.
Jared McDaris as Crumble Bumbletum.

Audio editing by Jared McDaris.
The SRD theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Fandom Cage Match

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:53:26 +0000

Do you want something with no real world consequence to argue about online? We certainly did. So, the Showtime Podcast Network secured a new show to help facilitate knock down, drag out grudge matches that are inherently meaningless. Doesn’t that sound like a better use for your vitriol than screaming at Aunt Bridgette about the news of the day?

Written and directed by Kat Evans.

Jared McDaris as Kujo Kudosnacker.
Kat Evans as Jiffy Skippybutter.

Sound design and editing by Ansel Burch.
The SRD theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD S5E1: More Haunted Than Ever!

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 17:46:20 +0000

On Snowstice Eve, a miracle has occurred. The full audio from our last live stream is available just in time to give you an idea of what to expect in tomorrow’s live stream. What could be more appropriate as the spirit of Snowstice fills our livers than a show which was chock full of spirits as well. The Starlight Radio Dreams team came together for an hour of comedy and thrill. This show marked the official beginning of our fifth season with interviews, shorts, a monologue and a new serial episode from Public Domain Adventure Team.

Written and Directed by Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Jim McDoniel and Ansel Burch

Featuring the Vocal Talents of Jared McDaris, Kat Evans Ansel Burch and Derrick Gaetke.

Sound edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott

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SRD Shorts: DIY Frankenstein

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 21:56:53 +0000

People are lonely these days and with a pandemic raging, it’s important to be selective about the people you allow into your circle. So, when making new friends, there are a lot of methods to consider. Join us in a new show from the Showtime Podcast Network with some non-traditional options for expanding your social circle with things you have lying around the house!

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.

Ansel Burch as Vincent Price.
Kat Evans as Tammy and Tummy.
Jared McDaris as Timmy, Prometheus and Mr. Robinson.

Sound edited by Jared McDaris.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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Public Domain Adventure Team In Time, Part 2

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 02:18:22 +0000

While Jane Eyre and Mr. Toad nearly met their death in a time traveling caper, Beowulf and the Ghost of Christmas Past had an adventure of their own. You are not prepared for the voyage of discovery that they went on in the distant future with a very friendly Morlock and some extremely weak boundaries of reality.
Written and Directed by Kat Evans.

Kat Evans as Ghost of Christmas Past and Peaseblossom.
Derrick Gaetke as Morlock.
Jared McDaris as Moth, Generic Ghost, Nicholas and Zombie.
Ansel Burch as Narrator, Beowulf and Caller.

Sound editing by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme song was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: Mystery House Under Quarantine

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:16:42 +0000

Scuggs and Bodacious have been solving mysteries for a long time like the mystery of the missing sock and the case of the smoked stash. Join them in their newest groovy case which will absolutely blow your mind, man.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.
Kat Evans as Parker.
Jared McDaris as Scuggs.
Ansel Burch as Bodacious and Robert Sellenger.

Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
The SRD Theme was written and performed by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Presents: Midnight Audio Nightmares

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:30:00 +0000

From the brilliant mind of Jim McDoniel, comes a look at ourselves through a mirror darkly. A hilarious, spooky and dark take on our beloved variety show, or any other variety show you may be more familiar with. You’ll just have to squint harder.

Written by Jim McDoniel.
Kat Evans as Lysandra Malice, Menu and Gothica.
Jared McDaris as Caecilius Malice, PC and Bad Decision Cat.
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime and Reason Cat.

The SRD theme for piano and organ were written and performed by Arne Parrott.
Sound design by Ansel Burch.

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SRD S5E0.5 Act 2- No One's Source for News

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 18:29:13 +0000

Put on your comfiest lounge pants and prepare for the quarantine show you’ve been training for! We’re talking comedy and music on a whole new scale with three, count ‘em three serials all brand spanking new. Well, one is a little less new but it’s got plenty of spanking potential anyway all tied together by our inimitable host and professional trope magnet, Burlington Showtime.

Written and Directed by Ben McCauley, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Rachel Granda Gluski and Ansel Burch.
Vocal Performances by Ben McCauley, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Rachel Granda Gluski, Karolyn Blake, Ellen DeSitter, Michael Jachowicz, and Ansel Burch.
Music from Sam Locke.
The SRD Theme was written by Arne Parrott.

The Starlight Radio Dreams Team includes: Ansel Burch, Arne Parrott, Ben McCauley, Ellen DeSitter, Jared McDaris, Kamron Palmer, Karolyn Blake, Kat Evans, Michael Jachowicz, Rachel Granda-Gluski and Sam Locke with help from Adam McAleavey, Anna Gaetke and Derrick Gaetke.

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SRD S5E0.5 Act 1- No One's Source for News

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Put on your comfiest lounge pants and prepare for the quarantine show you’ve been training for! We’re talking comedy and music on a whole new scale with three, count ‘em three serials all brand spanking new. Well, one is a little less new but it’s got plenty of spanking potential anyway all tied together by our inimitable host and professional trope magnet, Burlington Showtime.

Written and Directed by Ben McCauley, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Rachel Granda Gluski and Ansel Burch.
Vocal Performances by Ben McCauley, Kat Evans, Jared McDaris, Rachel Granda Gluski, Karolyn Blake, Ellen DeSitter, Michael Jachowicz, and Ansel Burch.
Music from Sam Locke.
The SRD Theme was written by Arne Parrott.

The Starlight Radio Dreams Team includes: Ansel Burch, Arne Parrott, Ben McCauley, Ellen DeSitter, Jared McDaris, Kamron Palmer, Karolyn Blake, Kat Evans, Michael Jachowicz, Rachel Granda-Gluski and Sam Locke with help from Adam McAleavey, Anna Gaetke and Derrick Gaetke.

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SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E16: Mallt y Nos

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 18:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Cerddoriaeth Celtica, a companion piece for the Starlight Radio Dreams series “Celtica”. When we conceived of Celtica the desire was to create an adventure serial which used music as part of the action and story. From using music to power Celtica’s magic tools to musical numbers for the big moments, Celtica does exactly that. And Cerddoriaeth Celtica lets us further explore the beauty of Celtic music, both as part of the serial and just for its own sake.

In this episode of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, Karolyn Blake, co writer for Celtica and the actor behind the title character, gets into the spirit of the season by telling the tale of “Mallt y Nos.” She also dives into the folk tradition of Welsh death omens. Spoooooky.


The most frightening thing of all would be not getting your voice heard in this election, so make sure you’re registered to vote! Am I Registered to Vote - VoteAmerica

Starlight Radio Dreams continues to stand with protesters and to affirm that Black Lives Matter. Keep yourselves safe, and stay well.

Host and Artist- Karolyn Blake
Co host: Grant Blake
Producer: Ansel Burch

“Mallt y Nos” short story written by Karolyn Blake, inspired by the folk character of the same name.


Barlow Cree’s folk song inspired by the same character: BarlowCree.com - Videos (third video from the top)


Sources:
https://issuu.com/premiumjoker4195/docs/141823487454888bfaf1462

http://barlowcree.squarespace.com/mallt-y-nos/

https://americymru.net/welsh_omens_harbingers_of_doom




This is the final installment of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, but you can find Karolyn and even more Celtic goodness (especially Welsh) in I Dream of Cymru, a podcast coming to a podcatcher near you November 16! Go to https://www.idreamofcymru.com/ to find out more!

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SRD Shorts: Rant!

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:57:39 +0000

There comes a time in every day when you just need to release your stress into the void. Now there are “experts” who will tell you that the best way to do this is in a productive manner. Letting it all out into kneading dough, doing exercise or something like that is probably what they had in mind. Mary, Sue and Linda may have taken it in a less legally advisable direction.

Written and directed by Rachel Granda-Gluski

Karolyn Blake as Mary.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as Sue.
Kat Evans as Linda.

Sound edited by Ansel Burch.
SRD theme by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Presents: What's Cooking with Missy O'Danagher

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:49:48 +0000

We all need hobbies and hobbies you can do by yourself, in your kitchen which produce something for you to stress eat later that day make a lot of sense right now. Heck, if you make cookies you can even start enjoying the benefits mid process! Our Customer Service Special Agent, Missy O’Danagher has certainly been making good use of her oven lately and this song is a testament to the place it has taken in her heart.

Written, directed and performed by Kat Evans.
Music by Sam Locke.

Audio Edited by Sam Locke.
SRD Theme by Arne Parrott.

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SRD Shorts: New Age Astrology: August

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 13:30:00 +0000

If you need a little insight into what happened to you in the past, that’s likely a better use for astrology than trying to predict the future anyway. Turns out the stars had a lot to say about your situation and it’s your chance to think a little bit about your place in the cosmos.

Written, directed and produced by Jared McDaris.

Jared McDaris as Voice 1.
Kat Evans as Voice 2.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as advertisement.

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SRD Presents: Boozlers in the Basement 3

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Eugene, Beulah and Glade Boozler checked in once again from their unintentional quarantine in the basement of the Station Inn in Nashville. While the beans run short their familial harmony runs long and they bring us a fresh piece of music to celebrate their special jamboree.

Written and Directed by Sam Locke and Kat Evans.
Sound edited by Sam Locke.

Sam Locke as Eugene Boozler.
Kat Evans as Beulah Boozler.

SRD theme by Arne Parrott.

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Interstellar Intercourse S1E1 Pilot

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Starlight Radio Dreams is back to science fiction with a sit com set on the distant Pegasus Station. Follow a fabulous foursome of amazing aliens as they search for relations and relationships among the stars with nothing but their wits and their love to protect them from the cold of space.

Written and Directed by Kat Evans.
Video Editing and Animation by Ben McCauley.
Sound Design by Ansel Burch.

Karolyn Blake as K.C. Starrunner.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as Roqui.
Ellen DeSitter as Lillandre.
Michael Jachowicz as Genevive.
Ansel Burch as Cropty Hoodwinkle.
Jared McDaris as Gizmo Shinypipe.
Ben McCauley as Surf Instructor.

SRD Theme by Arne Parrott

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SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E15: Rhyfelgyrch Gwŷr Harlech

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Cerddoriaeth Celtica, a companion piece for the Starlight Radio Dreams series “Celtica”. When we conceived of Celtica the desire was to create an adventure serial which used music as part of the action and story. From using music to power Celtica’s magic tools to musical numbers for the big moments, Celtica does exactly that. And Cerddoriaeth Celtica lets us further explore the beauty of Celtic music, both as part of the serial and just for its own sake.

In this episode of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, Karolyn Blake, co writer for Celtica and the actor behind the title character, sings “Rhyfelgyrch Gwŷr Harlech” and discusses one of the great heroes of Wales, Owain Glyndŵr, the last Welshman to call himself Tywysog Cymru (Prince of Wales). In the serial Celtica, this song was the basis for King Wulfric’s rallying speech to the Britons who had joined the Roman army. We hope it inspires you to fight for your freedoms, whether that’s at the polls or marching in the streets.

Speaking of the polls, make sure you’re registered to vote! https://www.voteamerica.com/am-i-registered-to-vote/?source=googleads_campaignverify_adgroup1&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=id9645836351&utm_term=how%20to%20check%20if%20i%20am%20registered%20to%20vote&gclid=Cj0KCQjwt4X8BRCPARIsABmcnOqqwZzTNYbAXcRMGXfRjSXKqepL8t5-R1BIT41tgtX2iyQKj6SpjQEaAqQQEALw_wcB

Starlight Radio Dreams continues to stand with protesters and to affirm that Black Lives Matter. Keep yourselves safe, and stay well.

Host and Artist- Karolyn Blake
Co host: Grant Blake
Producer: Ansel Burch

Translation by Karolyn Blake and Euryn Dyfed

Historical sources:
Documentary “The Story of Wales” BBC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbRIMjO22y8&list=PL72jhKwankOgCdrNZXKeciurUHYov2k88&index=2
Canolfan Owain Glyndŵr Centre http://www.canolfanglyndwr.org/index.php




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The Wonderfully Weird Penny Perkins: S1E1

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:17:05 +0000

SRD makes its way to the quaint town of Finsbury in the country which leads the world in whimsy. Penny Perkins is visiting from Ohio and has managed to get a position as a nanny with the Levee family. Will she be able to get control of two uniquely quaint children using the strange powers the agency has given her?

Written and directed by Ben McCauley.
Audio edited by Ansel Burch.
Video editing by Ben McCauley.

Jared McDaris as Narrator.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as Penny Perkins.
Karolyn Blake as Mother and Agent.
Michael Jachowicz as Father.
Ellen DeSitter as Girl Child.
Kat Evans as Ingrid and Boy Child.

The Starlight Radio Dreams theme was written by Arne Parrott.

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Pascetti Vs. The Cactus Kid: S1E1 Pilot

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 18:43:57 +0000

SRD’s first foray into western serials brings us Big Benjamin Bart’s Shootin’ Show. They’re decidedly not in the height of their production and need something to get their show back on the road. Enter the company accountant, Ms. Pascetti and trick shooter the Cactus Kid, here to get things back on track… or something like it.

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.
Sound Editing by Ansel Burch.
Video Editing by Ben McCauley.


Karolyn Blake as The Cactus Kid.
Michael Jachowicz as Big Benjamin Bart.
Rachel Granda Gluski as Pascetti.
Ansel Burch as Audience Member.
Kat Evans as Beatrice.

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SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E14: Oro 'se do Bheatha Bhaile EXTENDED EDITION

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 18:10:46 +0000

SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E14: Oro 'se do Bheatha Bhaile EXTENDED EDITION

Welcome to Cerddoriaeth Celtica, a companion piece for the Starlight Radio Dreams series “Celtica”. When we conceived of Celtica the desire was to create an adventure serial which used music as part of the action and story. From using music to power Celtica’s magic tools to musical numbers for the big moments, Celtica does exactly that. And Cerddoriaeth Celtica lets us further explore the beauty of Celtic music, both as part of the serial and just for its own sake.

In this episode of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, Karolyn Blake, co writer for Celtica and the actor behind the title character, sings “Oro 'se do Bheatha Bhaile" an Irish independence song by Padraig Pearse, based on a folk song that has worn many guises over its long history. Pearse made it a tribute to Grace O'Malley, a woman whose cunning and courage can inspire us to fight our oppressors today.

This episode is the full, extended conversation between Karolyn and Tabitha about the history and legacy of Grace O’Malley.

Starlight Radio Dreams continues to stand with protesters and to affirm that Black Lives Matter. Keep yourselves safe, and stay well.

Host and Artist- Karolyn Blake
Co host: Tabitha Burch
Producer: Ansel Burch

Special thanks to Colleen Davick for instruction on pronouncing the Irish in the Connacht dialect.

Source for translation and history:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%93r%C3%B3_s%C3%A9_do_bheatha_abhaile




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SRD S5E0.4 Act 2

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Like the MGM lion, Burlington Showtime is quietly minding his business but for this episode we poked him into roaring on camera for your enjoyment. We're going to blow you away with shorts and music. We're premiering a new serials, Zootheosis as well as giving you a fresh episode of our ongoing series, Public Domain Adventure Team.

The Starlight Radio Dreams Team includes: Ansel Burch, Arne Parrott, Ben McCauley, Ellen DeSitter, Jared McDaris, Kamron Palmer, Karolyn Blake, Kat Evans, Michael Jachowicz, Rachel Granda-Gluski and Sam Locke with help from Adam McAleavey, Anna Gaetke, Derrick Gaetke and Sarah Bowden

Starlight Radio Dreams is a comedy show about podcasting producing fresh comedy serials and shorts for you, the people of the internet. There is so much more where this came from at www.starlightradiodreams.com. We are sustained in this extraordinary time through the support of our incredible backers on Patreon. If you would like to join them and get access to bonus material and the live stream where we premiere it every month, visit our page.

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SRD Shorts: The Batchelor

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 15:30:00 +0000

We’ve been on a bit of a realty show kick lately and what can we say? Sometimes everyone needs a break from the real world and to immerse in something fantastical. You can lose yourself in something that would never happen. If there’s a way to add a veneer of plausibility to that escapism, more the better. So, if you’ve run out of iterations of other reality dating shows to watch, we have some good news for you!
Written by Sam Locke and Kat Evans. Directed by Kat Evans.
Sound Edited by Ben Mc Cauley
Jared Mc Daris as Announcer.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as Krissy.
Kat Evans as Trista.
Karolyn Blake as Brooke.
Ben McCauley as The Batchelor.

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SRD Shorts: Locked Down

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:43:30 +0000

You might die of boredom before it’s safe to go out and lick your friends. Moon for the Switch may not come out soon enough to save you from cabin fever. You need something now. How about an accidentally relatable reality show about a group of room mates, locked down with their pets and unable to leave until at least next year?

Written, Directed and Produced by Ansel Burch.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as the Intro Voiceover
Kat Evans as Woman 1.
Ellen DeSitter as Woman 2.
Jared McDaris as Man 1.
Ansel Burch as Man 2.

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SRD Shorts: Fash It and Forget It

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:30:25 +0000

Has anyone ever bought a Sham Wow? I know the ads are a little extreme but what if that guy is just legitimately excited about how cool his rag is? Maybe if we all tried it, we’d be excited too. What I’m saying is, this show is technically an ad but we gave them a pass because… this product may be a little too relevant for some.

Written, Directed and Produced by Jared McDaris.
Ben McCauley as Bob.
Jared McDaris as VO.

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SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E13: Tan yn Llŷn

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 17:53:38 +0000

SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E13: Tan yn Llŷn Welcome to Cerddoriaeth Celtica, a companion piece for the Starlight Radio Dreams series “Celtica”. When we conceived of Celtica the desire was to create an adventure serial which used music as part of the action and story. From using music to power Celtica’s magic tools to musical numbers for the big moments, Celtica does exactly that. And Cerddoriaeth Celtica lets us further explore the beauty of Celtic music, both as part of the serial and just for its own sake. In this episode of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, Karolyn Blake, co writer for Celtica and the actor behind the title character, sings “Tan yn Llŷn" a Welsh folk song by Plethyn. This song is a tribute to the power that protest and property damage have to change hearts and minds, and it reminds us that the power structures we oppose now have their roots in the distant past. In the show Celtica, Gwynedd and Celtica sang this song when they were planning to blow up the Draugr’s foundry. We framed most of that episode as an homage to this moment in modern Welsh history. Starlight Radio Dreams continues to stand with protesters and to affirm that Black Lives Matter. Keep yourselves safe, and stay well. Host and Artist- Karolyn Blake. Co host: Grant Blake. Producer: Ansel Burch. Special thanks to Plethyn for writing such a stirring, inspiring, beautiful song. Source for translation https://war-poetry.livejournal.com/639787.html Source for history: https://www.peoplescollection.wales/story/378207 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laws_in_Wales_Acts_1535_and_1542 Come join the conversation on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CerddoriaethCeltica/

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SRD S5E0.4 Act 1

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000

Like the MGM lion, Burlington Showtime is quietly minding his business but for this episode we poked him into roaring on camera for your enjoyment. We're going to blow you away with shorts and music. We're premiering a new serials, Zootheosis as well as giving you a fresh episode of our ongoing series, Public Domain Adventure Team.

The Starlight Radio Dreams Team includes: Ansel Burch, Arne Parrott, Ben McCauley, Ellen DeSitter, Jared McDaris, Kamron Palmer, Karolyn Blake, Kat Evans, Michael Jachowicz, Rachel Granda-Gluski and Sam Locke with help from Adam McAleavey, Anna Gaetke, Derrick Gaetke and Sarah Bowden

Starlight Radio Dreams is a comedy show about podcasting producing fresh comedy serials and shorts for you, the people of the internet. There is so much more where this came from at www.starlightradiodreams.com. We are sustained in this extraordinary time through the support of our incredible backers on Patreon. If you would like to join them and get access to bonus material and the live stream where we premiere it every month, visit https://www.patreon.com/StarlightRadi..

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SRD Shorts: Barstool Confessions

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000

As podcasters, it’s often incumbent upon us to make every single situation in our life into some kind of content. Since anything can be a podcast and anyone with the time can make one, it truly is a wide open world. As a result, some of the podcasters in the Showtime Podcast Network have taken their search for original material to the extreme. While we don’t legally condone this behavior, we are legally allowed to present it to you!

Written and directed by Ben McCauley.
Sound edited by Ben McCauley.
Rachel Granda-Gluski as Guest 1.
Michael Jachowicz as Guest 2.
Ellen DeSitter as Guest 3.
Ansel Burch as Guest 4.
Ben McCauley as Bartender.
Karolyn Blake as Judge.

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SRD Shorts: Everyone is Normal

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 13:30:00 +0000

So, there you are; you’ve figured out the perfect way to keep your hair from getting all blown around during the picnic and you are here to socialize and sanitize. Then you look around the group and you realize that everyone is a literal bear. You didn’t think this was supposed to be a bear party but here you are suddenly wishing you’d held back a bit on the honey in your tea earlier. This is like that but if you were ons of the bears.

Written and directed by Ben McCauley
Audio Edited by Ben McCauley

Ansel Burch as Narrator.
Kat Evans as Allie.
Ellen DeSitter as Emily.
Ben McCauley as Steve.
Jared McDaris as Jeremiah.

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SRD Shorts: Captain World and the Worldeneers!

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 16:57:32 +0000

I’m just going to come out and say it. I need a hero. I’m holding out for a hero ‘til the end of the night. That said, if he doesn’t show up, maybe I can get five environmentally concerned kids to use their combined powers to summon an all new and legally unique ecological hero, Captain World!

Written and directed by Jared McDaris.
Sound edited by Ben McCauley.

Karolyn Blake as Mother Earth.
Michael Jachowicz as Burton.
Ellen, Desitter as Kate.
Kat Evans as Janice.
Ansel Burch as Joey.
Ben McCauley as Scott.
Jared McDaris as Captain World.
Rachel Granda Gluski as Doctor Plague.

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SRD Presents: Cerddoriaeth Celtica E12: Oro 'se do Bheatha Bhaile

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 13:36:00 +0000

Welcome to Cerddoriaeth Celtica, a companion piece for the Starlight Radio Dreams series “Celtica”. When we conceived of Celtica the desire was to create an adventure serial which used music as part of the action and story. From using music to power Celtica’s magic tools to musical numbers for the big moments, Celtica does exactly that. And Cerddoriaeth Celtica lets us further explore the beauty of Celtic music, both as part of the serial and just for its own sake.

In this episode of Cerddoriaeth Celtica, Karolyn Blake, co writer for Celtica and the actor behind the title character, sings “Oro 'se do Bheatha Bhaile" an Irish independence song by Padraig Pearse, based on a folk song that has worn many guises over its long history. Pearse made it a tribute to Grace O'Malley, a woman whose cunning and courage can inspire us to fight our oppressors today.

Starlight Radio Dreams continues to stand with protesters and to affirm that Black Lives Matter. Keep yourselves safe, and stay well.

Host and Artist- Karolyn Blake.
Co host: Tabitha Burch.
Producer: Ansel Burch.

Special thanks to Colleen Davick for instruction on pronouncing the Irish in the Connacht dialect.

Source for translation and history:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%93r%C3%B3_s%C3%A9_do_bheatha_abhaile

Come join the conversation on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CerddoriaethCeltica/

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Public Domain Adventure Team S3E1: "All The Time in the War of the Worlds"

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 13:30:00 +0000

The Public Domain Adventure Team has always been a fabulous four but can they still be effective as a duo of powerful pairs? When Mr. Toad and Jane Eyre go on an accidental side mission into an alternate past that is embroiled in an alien invasion, even they don’t know if they will be able to save the day.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch
Sound design by Ansel Burch

Kat Evans as Jane Eyre.
Jared McDaris as Mr Toad
Ben McCauley as Beowulf and Orson
Rachel Granda-Gluski as The Ghost of Christmas Past and Woman

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