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Hubris: A 24-Hour Podcast Project


54 episodes

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https://24hourhubris.com/

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Creator: Caroline Mincks, Anne Baird, and Tal Minear.

24HourHubris


Multigenre Anthology Audio Drama


Synopsis:

Hubris is a labor of love from a chaotic group of podcasters who decided a 24-hour podcast challenge sounded like a good idea. We assembled several Creative Teams from a large group of podcasters from around the world, made up of writers, audio producers, and voice actors to create a single-episode fiction podcast within a 24-hour period from start to finish.


Format: Audio Drama

Continuity: Anthology

Genres: Multigenre

Completion status: Not applicable

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Episodes:

Round 1 Trailer

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0000

The story of Hubris.

Transcript here.

Written by Evan Tess Murray. Audio editing by Nikko Goldstein and Kathryn Stanley. Voices featured in the trailer are: Caroline Mincks, Tal Minear, Anne Baird, Brad Colbroock, Ari Delyne, Cole Burkhardt, Leslie Gideon, Trace Callahan, Nikko Goldstein, Kathryn Stanley, Jason Gemenetzis. Music is 4bit Games by Sascha Ende, license CC by 4.0.

Want to find out more or join in on the fun? Visit our website at 24hourhubris.com.

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1.1: Hope on the Horizon

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 09:11:00 -0000

Miles above the Earth, an astronaut faces a life-or-death repair. Safe on the ground down below, an amateur ham radio operator struggles to stay awake for an extra-special aurora. Among solar storms and accidental connections, a little perspective might be just what they need.

Content warnings - allusion to death, a radiation Storm, and extreme space weather.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 1: Think Tank.

Writer - Rashika Rao. Script Editor - Grace Keller Scotch. Director - Nikko Goldstein. Dialogue Editors - Kathryn Stanley and Nikko Goldstein. Sound Designer - Nikko Goldstein. Transcriber - Rashika Rao. Music from Purple Planet. Voice Actors - Hope was voiced by Kathryn Stanley, Charlie was voiced by Grace Keller Scotch, Frankie was voiced by Nikko Goldstein, and Mission Control and the Radio Announcer were voiced by Rashika Rao.

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1.2: Exit, Pursued by a Ghost

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 09:11:00 -0000

An understudy is tasked with learning the lead role overnight before making their big debut. The trouble is, that’s a bit difficult to do when the theatre is distractingly haunted...will the ghosts help or hinder their attempts to get off-book?

Content warnings - some swearing and sword fighting sounds.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 2: The Audrey-2s

Writers - Caroline Mincks, Molly Alexander. Script Editors - Caroline Mincks, Molly Alexander. Director - Cole Burkhardt. Dialogue Editor - Cole Burkhardt. Sound Designer - Trace Callahan. Composer - Trace Callahan. Transcriber - Caroline Mincks. Voice Actors - Cassie Hayes was voiced by Molly Alexander, Daniel Proctor was voiced by Cole Burkhardt, Ms. Torres was voiced by Trace Callahan, and Cecily Wolverhampton and Stage Manager Tabitha were voiced by Caroline Mincks.

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1.3: Just Wait for Dawn

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 09:11:00 -0000

Sometimes you think you're alone in the building, working all night, facing a deadline come morning. And then sometimes, the deadline is... surprisingly literal. Four unlikely companions face uncertainty together while the world falls apart around them in the last few minutes before dawn. Not for the faint of heart.

Content warnings - Sirens, screams, explosions, depictions of violence and gore, and themes of horror. This episode is designed to be listened to on headphones or stereo speakers.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 3: Hey You

Writer - Evan Tess Murray. Script Editor - Ishani Kanetkar. Director - Ishani Kanetkar. Dialogue Editor - Philomena Sherwood. Sound Designer - Brad Colbroock. Composer - Philomena Sherwood. Transcriber - Evan Tess Murray. Voice Actors - Anthony was voiced by Evan Tess Murray, Rain was voiced by Brad Colbroock, Charlie was voiced by Philomena Sherwood, and Priyanka was voiced by Ishani Kanetkar.

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1.4: Mirror, Mirror

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 09:11:00 -0000

Every adventurer knows that Eliana is the artificer to see about all your broken magical equipment. But when a brash and foolish customer barges into her shop with a talking mirror on the fritz, what she thinks will be a simple repair job becomes something else entirely. There's much more to this chattering artifact than meets the eye.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 4: Wizards at Podcasting

Writer - Katie Youmans. Script Editor - Cass McPhee. Director - Danyelle Ellett. Dialogue Editor - Cass McPhee. Sound Designer - Jason Gemenetzis. Transcriber - Katie Youmans. Voice Actors - Eliana was voiced by Danyelle Ellett, The Mirror was voiced by Jason Gemenetzis, The Adventurer was voiced by Katie Youmans, and the Dupe Mirror was voiced by Cass McPhee.

Sound Credits: https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/397443/ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/405561/ https://freesound.org/people/jar%20jar%20vince/sounds/186477/ https://freesound.org/people/Diegolar/sounds/439506 https://freesound.org/people/NWSP/sounds/240743 https://freesound.org/people/OpenWillem/sounds/442522/ https://freesound.org/people/tosha73/sounds/530920/ https://freesound.org/people/PrimeJunt/sounds/135629/ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/344269/ https://freesound.org/people/hykenfreak/sounds/202029/ https://freesound.org/people/DWOBoyle/sounds/143608/ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/403015 https://freesound.org/people/Xcreenplay/sounds/453294/ https://youtu.be/x2UulCWGess

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1.5: Idle Eternity

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 09:11:00 -0000

A found family of five vampires (and their vampire pup) pull an all-day-er on their family vacation to visit all the best tourist traps in Paris.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 5: DELTA

Writer - Leslie Gideon. Script Editor - David Orión Pena. Director - Tal Minear. Dialogue Editor - David Orión Pena. Sound Designer - Tal Minear. Composer - Erin Kyan. Transcriber - Tal Minear and Leslie Gideon. Voice Actors - Ray was voiced by Tal Minear, Jaxon was voiced by Erin Kyan, Jun was voiced by Ari Delyne, Oscar was voiced by David Orión Pena, and Gisela was voiced by Leslie Gideon.

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1.6: Twisted Wishes

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 09:11:00 -0000

At the stroke of midnight two friends will try and summon a spirit to grant their wish, but nothing is ever that easy...

Content warnings - references to Witchcraft and the occult, Strong language, discussion of near death experiences, memory loss.

Transcript here.

Made by Round 1, Group 6: Nothing Rhymes with Purple

Writer - Ali Hylton. Script Editor - Anne Baird. Director - Anne Baird. Dialogue Editor - Emmett Moon. Sound Designer - David Alexander Ortiz. Composer - Ali Hylton. Transcriber - Anne Baird. Voice Actors - Dylan was voiced by Anne Baird, Lindsay was voiced by Khalila Marie, and Morodras was voiced by Emmett Moon.

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2.1: Not Safe For Work

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 08:11:00 -0000

It was a simple job: Get in, kill the target, get out. And it would have been perfect if not for an unexpected bystander. Alexander's solution? Take the bystander with her.

Content warnings for this episode are: violence, gunfire, murder, kidnapping, and cursing.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 1: Sprong John Silver

Writer - Anna Stein. Script Editor - Ishani Kanetkar. Director - Ishani Kanetkar. Dialogue Editor - Patrick Dugan. Sound Designer - Kai C. Composer - Kai C. Transcriber - Anna Stein. Alexander was voiced by Anna Stein, Claire Donoghue was voiced by Molly Alexander, and Lydia Grayson and Darcy Collins were voiced by Ishani Kanetkar.

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2.2: The Green Heart

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 08:11:00 -0000

A skeptical lumbercutter is recruited by their local temple for a dangerous journey into the underworld and a mission to rescue the world from an aeons-long winter.

Content warnings for this episode are:  mild cursing, extreme weather, body horror, and sounds of pain and screaming.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 2: DAWk Side

Writers and Script Editors - Brendon Connelly and Nikko Goldstein. Director - Nikko Goldstein. Dialogue Editor - Trace Callahan. Sound Designer - Jason Gemenetzis. Composer - Trace Callahan. Transcriber - Brendon Connelly, Jason Gemenetzis, and Trace Callahan. Ash was voiced by Trace Callahan. The Priest was voiced by Nikko Goldstein. The Green Heart was voiced by Jason Gemenetzis.

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2.3: The Dance Of The Seasons

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 08:11:00 -0000

Leucojum and Thistle reminisce about their relationship and discuss their future together before the Spring Solstice forces them apart for another year.

Content warnings for this episode are: arguing, intense weather, and startling noises.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 3: Promises

Writers and Script Editors - Courtney Floyd and Ali Hylton. Director - Sivan Raz. Dialogue Editor - David Alexander Ortiz. Sound Designer - Savannah Webb. Composer - Ali Hylton. Transcriber - Courtney Floyd. Leucojum was voiced by Sivan Raz and Thistle was voiced by Daniel Young.

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2.4: Springs Eternal

Sun, 02 May 2021 08:11:00 -0000

Two robots alone in the rubble of humanity; two AIs watching from above, and a healthy dose of 18th century poetry. In the future, hope ... well, you know. Content warnings for this episode are: discussions of death.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 4: Hey You Yes You Over There

Writers - D.J. Sylvis and Evan Tess Murray. Script Editor - Karin Heimdahl. Director - Karin Heimdahl. Dialogue Editor - Brad Colbroock. Sound Designer - Emmett Moon. Transcriber - Evan Tess Murray. Ceretanium was voiced by Karin Heimdahl, Carbonium was voiced by Emmett Moon; Soft was voiced by Evan Tess Murray and Symbolic was voiced by Brad Colbroock. The Narrator was D.J. Sylvis. Music was made by Kevin MacLeod.

Music: Prelude in C (BWV 846) Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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2.5: Extreme Ornithology

Sun, 09 May 2021 08:11:00 -0000

After falling asleep on a cruise ship, an American pigeon, Franklin, finds himself stranded in Melbourne, Australia. With the help of an eccentric ibis and a protective magpie, our young birb has one chance, maybe, to make it back home - youtuber and Extreme Ornithologist Jay Talon is heading home, and has a permit to take specimens back with him. But Franklin isn't the only bird with his eye on the prize…

Content warnings for this episode are: intoxication, birdnapping, and a bird attack.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 5: Wingin’ It

Writers and Script Editors - Nathan Comstock and Steven Goldman. Director - Nathan Comstock. Dialogue Editor - JV Hampton- VanSant. Sound Designer - Aemyn Connolly. Composer - Aemyn Connolly. Transcribe - Lee Davis-Thalbourne. Franklin was voiced by JV Hampton-VanSant. Maccas was voiced by Aemyn Connolly. Kevin was voiced by Steve Goldman. Aurora was voiced by Lee Davis-Thalbourne. Jay Talon was voiced by Nathan Comstock. The Superb Wren was voiced by Lee Davis-Thalbourne. The Splendid Wren was voiced by Steve Goldman. The Old Man was voiced by Aemyn Connolly.

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2.6: In The Heist

Sun, 16 May 2021 08:11:00 -0000

Four plucky thieves risk maim and mayhem as they attempt a high-stakes robbery in this not-so-musical adventure: In the Heist.

Content warnings for this episode are: mild cursing.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 6: Not A Musical

Writer - Caroline Mincks. Script Editor - Logan-Alexis Hoffer. Director - Gavin Gaddis. Dialogue Editor - Gavin Gaddis. Sound Designer - Kathryn Stanley. Transcriber - Caroline Mincks. Dee was voiced by Caroline Mincks, Mal was voiced by Kathryn Stanley, Billie was voiced by Ari Delyne, Casey was voiced by Logan Alexis H, and the Door Attendant was voiced by Gavin Gaddis. Music was made by Kevin MacLeod - see below.

Impact Prelude by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7565-impact-prelude License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Motherlode by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4083-motherlode License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sneaky Adventure by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4383-sneaky-adventure License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Reawakening by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4267-reawakening License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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2.7: Spring Will Bloom

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:11:00 -0000

When you awake, two gentle voices welcome you. Remember to breathe —and Spring will bloom.

Content warnings for this episode are: death, violence, tension, orders, rites, sacrifice, and mentions of weapons and blood.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 7: Igor Stravinsky Defense Fund

Writer - David Orión Pena. Script Editor: Grace Keller Scotch. Director - A.R. Olivieri. Dialogue Editor - A.R. Olivieri. Sound Designer - David Orión Pena. Transcriber - A.R. Olivieri. CALIGO, the GUIDE was voiced by Grace Keller Scotch, ILMESTYS, the NARRATOR was voiced by A. R. OLIVIERI. Music was made by Kevin MacLeod.

Songs & sound effects in order of appearance: Immersed, Fire Prelude, Ossuary 1 - A Beginning, Ossuary 6 - Air, Black Vortex and Fairytale Waltz by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ , and foliage rustling by duckduckpony via freesound.org

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2.8: Keepers of Spring

Sun, 30 May 2021 08:11:00 -0000

The three spirits of spring are responsible for setting up the new season. However, they'll have to set aside their bickering if they'll want to bring forth the beauty of Nature.

Content warnings for this episode are: mild family conflict.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 8: Heart Full.

Writer - Leslie Gideon. Script Editor - C.V.V.M. Director - Andrea Klassen. Dialogue Editor - Andrea Klassen. Sound Designer - Cole Burkhardt. Transcriber - Leslie Gideon. Hawthorn was voiced by Cole Burkhardt, Daisy was voiced by Leslie Gideon, and Sparrow was voiced by C.V.V.M.

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2.9: Rebirth

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 08:11:00 -0000

In the depths of the Underworld, there is, sometimes, a door… For most people, dying is the end of the line. But for one curious soul, it's the start of a much wilder journey- one that puts them on a direct collision path with a garden of eternal spring and the enchanting guardian inside of it.

Content warnings for this episode are: mentions of death, afterlife, fantasy-typical magical agreement logic, as well as depictions of plant imagery horror and body horror.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 9: [Redacted]

Writer - Rashika Rao. Script Editor - Newt. Director - Newt. Dialogue Editor - Paris B. Sound Designer - Martin Dearden. Composer - Martin Dearden. Transcriber - Anne Baird. The Narrator was voiced by Paris B, The Lord of Spring was voiced by Martin Dearden, Hellebore was voiced by Anne Baird, and Dryad was voiced by Rashika Rao.

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2.10: I Hope I Don't Burn It All Down

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 08:11:00 -0000

It’s time for the new Spring to take over from Winter. But she’s having some doubts about her ability to usher in the new season. With some help from Summer and Autumn, will she be able to make the flowers grow without, well, burning it all down.

Content warnings for this episode are: brief mentions of fire, brief depiction of near-drowning.

Transcript link. Made by Round 2, Group 10: Tenderhearted

Writer - Katie Youmans. Script Editor - Tal Minear. Director - Katie Youmans. Dialogue Editor - Adrian Parrish. Sound Designer - Tal Minear. Transcriber - Katie Youmans. Spring was voiced by Marnie Warner, Summer was voiced by Adrian Parrish, Autumn was voiced by Tal Minear, and Winter was voiced by Katie Youmans. Music was made by Kai Engel.

Links to the songs in this episode: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/Caeli/Kai_Engel_-caeli-06_daedalus_1543 https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/Caeli/Kai_Engel-caeli-09_periculum_1089 https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/Caeli/Kai_Engel-caeli-_07_modum_1636

All used under creative commons 4.0 license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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3.1: Ghost Light

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:11:00 -0000

On the eve of the opening night of their play, playwrights Ilya and Ross argue about who should fix the problem spotlight in their theatre, the purpose of art, and whether or not tour groups about the ghostly nature should really be allowed in the theatre before opening night.

Content warnings for this episode are: Intense arguing and implied death

Transcript link. Made by Round 3, Group 1: Sunrise

This episode was written by Newton Schottelkotte and edited by C.V.V.M. It was directed by Jacqueline Cho, with dialogue editing by Lindsay Zana and sound design by Aemyn Connolly. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The Tour Guide was played by Ari Delyne, Tourists 1 and 2 were played by C.V.V.M, Ross was played by Marnie Warner, and Ilya was played by Lindsay Zana

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3.2: #RenWatch

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 08:11:00 -0000

A pretty girl? A legend? Reddit? What could possibly go wrong? Danny just wanted to help out the neighborhood, but they're left putting the pieces together to see what really happened to their friend Finn.

Content warnings for this episode are: food insecurity, sexual predatory behavior, language, body horror, ableism, screaming, physical altercation, and possession.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 2: Renegade

This episode was written and edited by Mik Koats and ItMe. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing by Stephen Indrisano and sound design by Tal Minear. DALLAS and ENSEMBLE 3 were played by Stephen Indrisano. FINN was played by Tal Minear. DR. YEARWOOD and ENSEMBLE 1 were played by Sivan Raz. DANNY and CHILD were played by Mik Koats. HAVEN and ENSEMBLE 2 were played by ItMe!

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3.3: The Real Treasure

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 08:11:00 -0000

While searching for a legendary treasure, a pirate crew has some unexpected guests.

Content warnings for this episode are: Strong Language; Discussions of Kidnapping

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 3: The Ne'er Do Wells.

This episode was written by Molly Alexander and edited by Grace Keller Scotch. It was directed by Nathan Comstock, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock and sound design by Martin Dearden. Music was made by Martin Dearden. Captain Remus was played by Emmett Moon. Quartermaster Peregrine was played by Martin Dearden. Boatswain Sykes was played by Grace Keller Scotch. Navigator Kittie was played by Nathan Comstock. Merfolk Nori was played by Molly Alexander. Merfolk Kombu was played by Brad Colbroock.

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3.4: To Dream Once More

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:11:00 -0000

A questing hero is in desperate need of someone to help them on their quest, and is in luck when a stranger appears to help them out. But like any good tale, they're going to need a lot more help to find the god of this forest...

Content warnings for this episode are: magical violence, and life-threatening situations

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 4: The Bleary Eyes

This episode of Hubris, To Dream Once More, was written by Ali Hylton and H. Bee Sparra and edited by Lee Davis-Thalbourne. It was directed by David Alexander, with dialogue editing by Nikko Goldstein, sound design by Kathryn Stanley, music made by Ali Hylton, and transcripts completed by Lee Davis-Thalbourne. Finley Lionheart was played by H. Bee Sparra, Nesrin Zemira was played by Nikko Goldstein, Griffzar One was played by Kathryn Stanley, Griffzar Two was played by Sean Lenhart, The Moss Giant was played by Sean Lenhart, The Water Nymph was played by Kathryn Stanley, and the Narrator and Credits voice was Lee Davis-Thalbourne.

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3.5: The Dog of Death

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 08:11:00 -0000

During an outing to the woods, a group of teens and their camp counselor get schooled on - and stalked by - a local urban legend... the Dog of Death.

Content warnings for this episode are: Sudden loud noises, mild suspense

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 5: Pomegranate

This episode was written by Leslie Gideon and Emily Simroth, and edited by Naomi Norbez. It was directed by Steven Goldman, with dialogue editing by Mel Hartman, and sound design by Kai C. Music was made by Kai C. Mr. Steve was played by Steven Goldman. Kaitlyn was played by Leslie Gideon. Tyler was played by Naomi Norbez. Laura was played by Emily Simroth. Kyle was played by Mel Hartman. Alex was played by Sophie Borjón.

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3.6: Vibestown and the End of the World

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 08:11:00 -0000

A queer electropop band on the rise suddenly blows up when a prophecy reveals that they are the chosen ones. Now, they have one day to craft a song that will save the world.

Content warnings for this episode are: Depictions of anxiety, mentions of the apocalypse

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 6: Legend-I-Can't-Believe-It's-Not-Butter

This episode was written by David Orión Pena and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Harper Goldman, with dialogue editing by Jason Gemenetzis and sound design by Daniel Young. Music was made by Harper Goldman. Thrasos was voiced by Jason Gemenetzis. Bennie was voiced by Caroline Mincks. Gene was voiced by Daniel Young. Levi was voiced by Harper Goldman. Quill was voiced by Anna Stein.

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3.7: The Disappearances at Minnow Creek Mall

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 08:11:00 -0000

Two teens, Taylor and Arden, explore the abandoned mall from which 14 kids mysteriously disappeared decades earlier.

Content warnings for this episode are: Mentions of death, monsters, horror, general peril, mild language.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 3, Group 7: Team Carp

This episode was written by Nzingha Primus with script editing by Resa, Rook Mogavero, Paris B, and Colton Flick. It was directed by Paris B with dialogue editing and sound design by Colton Flick. Taylor was played by Rook Mogavero. Arden was played by Paris B. Mr. C was played by Colton Flick. Reese was played by Resa. Cole was played by Paris B. Robin was played by Nzingha Primus. Transcription was done by Rook Mogavero.

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11th Hour Challenge: Essential Bites

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 09:11:00 -0000

Happy surprise Hubris! This episode was made for the 11th Hour Audio Challenge (not a Hubris event, though of the same spirit), but since the team is Hubris friends we wanted to share it on the feed here!

Welcome to The Essential Bites Family, where you can Sink Your Teeth Into A Better You! But not all is as it seems; follow Luka, a not-so-young vampire, and his discovery of both family and fiend.

CONTENT WARNINGS: Vampirism, Cult-Like Mentalities, Predatory Business Practices, death, and murder.

Episode Script can be found here.

Written by Mik Koats. Directed by Newton Shottelkotte. Dialogue editing by Newton Shottelkotte, Kathryn Stanley, and Tamar Cimenian. Sound design by Kathryn Stanley. Composition by Tamar Cimenian.

Luka was played by Emmett Moon. Cardi was played by Tamar Cimenian. Pixie was played by Tal Minear. Nevada Fae was played by Mik Koats. Kerri Beth was played by Kathryn Stanley. Cassandra was played by Nzingha Primus.

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Falling Forward, Part 1

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

A 10-part sci-fi micro about love, hubris, and coding too close to the sun.

Content Warnings include financial difficulties, invasion of privacy, and swearing.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 0: Team Hubris.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks and edited by Tal Minear. It was directed by the hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock and sound design by Tal Minear. The Transcript was done by Anne Baird. Theseus was played by Anne Baird, Ariadne was played by Caroline Mincks, Icarus was played by Tal Minear, and the Podcast Host and Daedalus was played by Brad Colbroock.

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4.1: Train of Thought

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:11:00 -0000

Let me interrupt your train of thought. There is a man walking down the platform at a train station. He is not on the train. The bag he was carrying is on the train. It has gone on without him - vulnerable, alone, and not empty.

Content Warnings include mild swears, brief mention of alcohol and looming tension.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 1: No Resolution.

This episode was written by Anna Stein and edited by Grace Keller Scotch. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing by Rebecca Liu and sound design by Savannah Webb. Music was made by Rocky Goldman. The transcript was done by JJ Jensen. The Radio was played by Rocky Goldman. The Man At The Station and Henry(?) were played by JJ Jensen. The Woman At The Station, Eileen and The Second Stranger were played by Sivan Raz. The Automated Voice, Bartender, and Cabbie were played by Grace Keller Scotch. The First Stranger was played by Bridget Guziewicz, and the Rider was played by Anna Stein.

Additional music used from www.fesliyanstudios.com (Fallen Petals by Dave Renda).

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4.2: Tall Order

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 08:11:00 -0000

After their last heist goes awry, a team of Special Little Guys attempts to steal an antique chandelier from a bank lobby. Things do not go as planned.

Content Warnings include loud noises, mention of death, mild peril, and heights.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 2: Alarm Clocks

This episode was written by Evan Tess Murray and Ezra J. Wayne with script editing by Lee Davis-Thalbourne. It was directed by Madelyn Dorta, with dialogue editing by Nikko Goldstein and sound design by Trevor Van Winkle. Music was composed and produced by Kai C. The transcript was completed by Steven Goldman. Calvin, The Boss Guy, was played by Ezra J Wayne, Jeff, the One Damn Time Guy, was played by Lee Davis-Thalbourne, Alphonse, the Muscle Guy, was played by Steven Goldman, Quinn, the Tech Guy, was played by Nikko Goldstein, Lillian, the Security Guy, was played by Madelyn Dorta, and Vincent, the Villain Guy, was played by Evan Tess Murray.

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4.3: (Don't) Escape

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 08:11:00 -0000

A devilish duo decide to toy with a team of strangers, forcing them to compete in a series of increasingly dangerous games. There's money to be won, stores to be explored, and blood to be spilled, all within the walls of the dying Hue Breeze Mall. Just be careful not to fly to close to the disco ball...

Content Warnings include animatronics, violence, strong language, screams, loud noises, blood and death.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 3: Team Illiterate

This episode was written by David Orion Pena and Mik Koats and edited by CVVM. It was directed by Eli Esdi, with dialogue editing by Kirsty Robson and sound design by Rebecca Liu. Music was made by Meg Hunter. The transcript was done by Resa. Mavid was played by David Orion Pena, Dick was played by Mik Koats, Hazel Aspen was played by Meg Hunter, Vinny Monts was played by Emmett Moon, Zinnia Albright was played by Resa, Fuschia Ulrich was played by Ari Delyne, Jonathon Madigan was played by Eli Esdi, Kylar Logan was played by C.V.V.M, and the Dance Machine was played by Kirsty Robson.

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4.4: The Real Hubris is the Friends We Made Along the Way

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:11:00 -0000

A group of supervillians hold a supervillian meeting to discuss supervillian things. Villianously.

Content Warnings include tongue-in-cheek, including in content warnings; parody; mentioned setting people on fire and natural disasters; NFTs and cryptocurrency; biblical Satan; humourous treatment of unethical coffee and eco fascism; comic mischief; and mentions of canon-typical superheroic violence.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 4: What Time Is It

This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and Elisabeth Nyveen and edited by Hannah Lightwood. It was directed by Whitney Tanti, with dialogue editing by Garan Fitzgerald and sound design by Adrian Parrish. Music was made by Garan Fitzgerald. The transcript was done by Holly Black.Narrator, Rupurt, and Grinder were played by Garan Fitzgerald. Vocal Fry was played by Holly Black. The Green Gentlethem was played by Elisabeth Nyveen. Satan was played by Adrian Parrish. Conductor was played by Nathan Comstock. Devil's Advocate was played by Hannah Lightwood.

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4.5: Hand Covers Mouth

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 08:11:00 -0000

As two best friends compete in their prestigious school's science fair, they find that vying for the top comes at a cost, and that some truths are best left unsaid.

Content Warnings include intense arguing.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 5: Team Hail Mary,

This episode was written by Newt Schottelkotte and edited by Gaby Hall. It was directed by Lindsay Zana, with dialogue editing by Lindsay Zana. Sound design was by Aemyn Connolly, and music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was made by Clary Cheung. Samantha was played by Clary Cheung, Calloway was played by Sophie Borjón, the judges were played by Lindsay Zana, Julien was played by Gaby Hall, Emmet was played by Aemyn Connolly.

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4.6: On and On You'll Sail

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:11:00 -0000

The Terran is the only ship leaving Chandrasekhar Station today — everyone else is hunkering down until the weather passes. But Captain Volante is convinced she's discovered a new route around the black hole at the center of the Milky Way, a route that will unlock the greatest energy source humanity has ever known — if she and her crew can survive the expedition.

Content Warnings include Profanity, Cult mention, Distress, Manipulation, Abuse of power, Existential fear, Entrapment, Death mention.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 6: Musical Space Cowboys.

This episode was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and edited by Molly Alexander. It was directed by Rook Mogavero with dialogue editing by Kathryn Stanley and sound design by Daniel Young. Music was made by Ali Hylton. The transcript was done by Martin M. Dearden. Street Prophet was played by Rook Mogavero, Flammarion was played by Ali Hylton, Bopp was played by Daniel Young, Captain Tanya Volante was played by Kathryn Stanley, Computer was played by Molly Alexander, Burnell was played by Martin M. Dearden, and Singularity was played by Emma Johanna Puranen.

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Open Dialogue

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Open Dialogue is a sound design challenge where everyone takes the same recorded dialogue and builds their own scene around it! Our first event had 6 participants. You'll hear their scenes in this order: Nikko Goldstein, Ben Montoya, Leslie Gideon, Tal Minear, Drc. Jaey, & Michael Aquino.

The transcript of the scene is here. More about the event is here.

A note for you: While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. This decision by the U.S. Supreme Court has dire consequences for individual health and safety, and could have harsh repercussions for other landmark decisions.

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Falling Forward, Part 2

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

This is Part Two!

Falling Forward is a 20-part sci-fi micro about love, hubris, and coding too close to the sun. Content Warnings for the series include financial difficulties, invasion of privacy, references to terminal illness, and swearing.

Transcript here.

Cast and Crew of Falling Forward is as follows.

Theseus: Anne Baird (they/them). Icarus: Tal Minear (they/them). Ariadne: Caroline Mincks (they/them). Daedalus: Brad Colbroock (they/them/he). Writer: Caroline Mincks (they/them). Script Editor: Tal Minear (they/them). Dialogue Editor: Brad Colbroock (they/them/he). Sound Designer: Tal Minear (they/them). Transcript: Anne Baird (they/them). Website: Tal Minear (they/them).

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5.1: The Mage in the Mist

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Team 1: Numero Stewno.

Transcript here.

It was said that if you made it to the very centre of the fog in the valley, you would discover the secret to success. But few wander into the mist and live. When the kingdom's princess is kidnapped and taken into the fog, an apprentice mage comes to the rescue.

Content Warnings: unreality, manipulation, emotional distress, impersonation, peril, alcohol.

This episode was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and edited by JJ Jensen. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing by Stephen Indrisano and sound design by Oran Talbot. Music was made by Stephen Indrisano. The transcript was done by JJ Jensen. The Narrator was voiced by Emma Johanna Puranen. Stephen Indrisano was Old Man Peters and Rescuer 1. Torben was voiced by Emmett Moon. The King was voiced by JJ Jensen. Princess Kirsi was voiced by Sivan Raz. Oran Talbot as Crier and Rescuer 2.

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5.2: The Dreamscape Highway

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Team 2: Gloopin The Third

Transcript here.

In the endless dusk of the Dreamscape, two unlikely companions search for answers in the mind of a beefslinger.

Content Warnings: Squishing, Squelching, Schlooping, Vehicle Collisions, Sudden Impacts, and Light Body Horror

This episode was written by Max Kreisky and edited by Milo Jordan. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing by Greg Carrobis and sound design by Brad Colbrook. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was done by Nzingha Primus. Cameron was played by Angela Yih. Valentine was played by Greg Carrobis. The Radio was played by Aemyn Connolly. Doran was played by Milo Jordan. Sage was played by Max Kreisky. Additional characters played by the cast.

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5.3: A Soup Most Foul

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Team 3: Shoop.

Transcript here.

Two assassins infiltrate the kitchen of a fancy restaurant in order to murder a food critic. It... doesn't go exactly as planned.

Content Warnings: Adult Language, Mentions of Death, and Poisoning

This episode was co-written by Rocky Goldman and co-written and edited by Kylan. It was directed by Rook Mogavero, with dialogue editing and sound design by Rebecca Liu. Music was made by Rocky Goldman. The transcript was done by Kylan. The "critic" and the chef were played by Sophie Borjon. Vic and the customer were played by Rook Mogavero. Bobby and the waiter were played by Rocky Goldman.

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5.4: Soupy For The Soul

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Group 4: The Noodle Soup Incident.

Transcript here.

In an effort to connect with their overworked partner and baffling metamour, an impulsive chef cooks up a child. Will this be the recipe that brings them all together, or a soupy catastrophe?

Content Warnings: child endangerment, and cartoonish animal harm.

This episode was written by Elisabeth Nyveen and D.J. Sylvis. It was edited by Julie Hoverson and directed by Rel Pepple. Dialogue editing was done by Colton Flick and sound design by Daniel Young. And this episode was transcribed by Martin Dearden. This episode stars Elisabeth Nyveen as both Strone and Mini-Strone, Martin Dearden as Chipwick, Daniel Young as Rel, and Colton Flick as the zoo announcer.

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5.5: To Stardust And Back

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Team 5: Sometimes Them's The Breaks

Transcript here.

A group of Intergalactic Military soldiers and science officers land on an unexplored and uninhabited planet as an expeditionary team to verify if it is habitable. At first, everything seems fine, but then night falls, and they discover just how dangerous this planet is…

Content Warnings: Intense language, Soldiers in an Intergalactic Military, Brief moment of drinking alcohol, Monsters, Guns and other weapons, Serious injury, Wound care, Physical violence and fighting, Screams, On screen character death, Brief description of a body disintegrating, and Someone fainting. Time of death and monster fight: 20:50 to 22:02.

This episode was written by Ali Hylton, and the script was edited by Hann Lightwood. It was directed by Anna Stein with dialogue editing by Kai C and sound design by Garan Fitzgerald. Music was composed by Ali Hylton. The transcript was done by Hann Lightwood. Captain Janus Elio was played by Garan Fitzgerald. Eos Nightingale was played by Anna Stein. Dr. Faye Castor was played by Hann Lightwood. Dr. Cordelia Bright was played by Ali Hylton. Orion Jovian was played by Kai C. Asterin was played by Bridget Guziewicz.

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5.6: Best Soup in the Galaxy

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Group 6: Time Soup

Transcript here.

Three best friends embark on an intergalactic journey to make the Best Soup in the Galaxy - though it may not be the hearty meal they’re dreaming of.

Content Warnings: astrophobia, extensive discussions of food, screams, loud noises, gagging noises, and mild peril.

This episode was written by Ezra J. Wayne, Rashika Rao, and R.H. Sparra and edited by R.H. Sparra and Tal Minear. It was directed by Ezra J. Wayne, with dialogue editing by Nathan Comstock and sound design by Trevor Van Winkle. Music was made by Rashika Rao. The transcript was done by Kris Allison. The Narrator was played by Nathan Comstock. Alpha was played by R.H. Sparra. Beta was played by Trevor Van Winkle. Gamma was played by Ezra J. Wayne. Lava Eel 1 was played by Kris Allison. Lava Eel 2 was played by Rashika Rao. The Crystal Miner was played by Nathan Comstock.

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5.7: First Day: In Space, No One Can Hear You Slurp

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Round 5, Team 7: It's Bisque, Bitch

Transcript here.

Larry's first day of on-the-job training on a waste management space station is pretty routine, if a little gloopy for his tastes. Okay, maybe quite a bit gloopy. Okay, maybe very gloopy. Okay, maybe extremely gloopy. OKAY, MAYBE--

Content Warnings: Horror, strong language, sounds of violence, carnage, and soup.

This episode was written by Giancarlo Herrera and Hannah Schooner and edited by John Glasfeld. It was directed by Molly Alexander, with dialogue editing by Giancarlo Herrera and Hannah Schooner, and sound design and music by Trace Callahan. The transcript was done by Lynn Forba. Larry was played by Giancarlo Herrera. Nora and Rancho were played by Hannah Schooner. Stevie was played by Lynn Forba. Carter and TV Reporter were played by Molly Alexander. Morris, Wade, and the Intercom were played by John Glasfeld.

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5.8: Feast

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 02:55:53 -0000

Round 5, Team Negative One: Soup-er Hubris

Transcript here.

Myrna has never tasted anything before. Hal has found a way to let her - and to make it a truly special first experience.

Content Warnings: Implied disaster, brief swearing, sounds of food and cooking

Writer: Caroline Mincks, Sound designer: Caroline Mincks, Dialogue editor: Evan Tess Murray, Composer: Trace Callahan, Myrna was played by Caroline Mincks, Hal was played by Evan Tess Murray.

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6.1: Cat's Cradle

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 22:14:23 -0000

Round 6, Team 1: Pepe Silvia.

Transcript here.

3032, Earth. After fifteen years, Dane ‘Smiley’ Valencia is back at his hometown in the middle of the desert to collect an inheritance, but the murder of his childhood best friend is all the welcoming he finds. As he tries to find the culprit, he learns everyone in town has changed —the desert and his past won’t be kind.

Content Warnings: Murder, mentions of violence related to the murder, mentions of death, cults, mentions of alcohol, guns, threats, mentions of bombs.

This episode was written by David Orión Pena and edited by Nikko Goldstein. It was directed by John Glasfeld, with dialogue editing and sound design by Kathryn Stanley and music composition by Ras Sethu. The transcript was arranged by Charlie Caruso-Neal. The production of his episode was coordinated by Molly Alexander. Dane “Smiley” Valencia was voiced by JJ Jensen. Anika “Rider” Gaur was voiced by Ras Sethu. Harper “Jester” de la Cruz was voiced by Maddie Girouard. Sawyer “Mercy/The Infamous” Kanagawa was voiced by Charlie Caruso-Neal. Riley “Hollow” Lee was voiced by Marnie Warner. Sam “Dawn” Douglas was voiced by Ari Delyne. Mikhail “The Kid” Gray was voiced by Sivan Raz.

This team took 25.5 hours for production.

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6.2: Whiskering City

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 22:18:00 -0000

Round 6, Team 2: Cheesed To Meet You

Transcript here.

Convinced the recent string of mouse disappearances has to do with a plot by the cats of the house, one mouse sets out to convince the city's elite of the danger before it's too late.

Content Warnings: political and police corruption; referenced disappearances; implied murder of anthropomorphized mice; and implied drug use.

This episode was written by Sean Drabik and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Rocky Goldman, with dialogue editing and sound design by Rebecca Liu. Original music was made by Rocky Goldman. The transcript was done by Hann Lightwood. The production of this episode was coordinated by Milo Jordan Baum. Mayor McWhiskery was played by Sean Drabik. Conspiracy Mouse Greg was played by Rocky Goldman. Orphanage Mouse was played by Anna Stein. Brie-Anne Hart of The Daily Squeaker Media Corporation and Deep Throat Cat were played by Milo Jordan Baum. And Police Chief Monterey was played by Hann Lightwood.

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6.3: Ok Loomers

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 22:20:10 -0000

Round 6, Tam 3: Frayed Knot.

Transcript here.

This is what happens when you push some millennials too far-- not even the gods are safe.

Content Warnings: Strong language, violence, character death, and death mentions.

This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and edited by Resa. It was directed by Nzingha Primus, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was done by Noelle Saul. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus.

Larissa Hargrave was played by Khalila Marie The Receptionist was played by Resa Lachesis and Nessa were played by Noelle Saul Atropos was played by Nzingha Primus Clotho was played by Aemyn Connolly Zeus was played by Nathan Comstock

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6.4: Just a Coincidence

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 22:09:14 -0000

Round 6, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here.

A famous composer is interviewed about their music.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks and edited by Anne Baird. It was directed by the Hubris of our Hearts, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. McLaren was played by Caroline Mincks. Keller was played by Anne Baird. The Assistant was played by Tal Minear. Messina was played by Caroline Mincks.

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7.1: Let Me Tell You A Story

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Round 7, Group 1: Team Hubris-To-Go

Transcript here. Content warnings for memory loss, unreality, manipulation, mild body horror, fight noises, and possession.

When a group of acquaintances meet to discuss a monster who defies description and feeds on memory, old grievances come to light. Belief is subjective, and in the dark they will find that things are not always what they seem.

This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and Milo Jordan Baum and edited by Nikko Goldstein. It was directed by Minali Venkatesh, with dialogue editing and sound design by Ted Heavner. The transcript was done by Kylan. The production of this episode was coordinated by Milo Jordan Baum. Michael Fischer, Priest, Rioter 2, and Julius Caesar were played by Emmett Moon. Whitney Jones-Fischer, Thomas, Rioter 1, and Caesar’s General were played by Sophie Borjón. Trevor Collins, Priest’s Wife, Rioter 3, and the Whispering Monster were played by Milo Jordan Baum.

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7.2: Swapping Stories

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Round 7, Group 2: Team Pizza Party

Transcript here. Content warnings for discussion but no depiction of gore, cannibalism, sexual innuendo, summoning, and murder.

Recorded round-table discussions of the human-monster exchange program at Creormorne Community College and the Orpheum Academy of the Occult.

This episode was written by Karina Sinha and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing and sound design by Kathryn Stanley. The transcript was arranged by Micah Nathan Bradley. The production of this episode was coordinated by Molly Alexander. Alma Larson was voiced by Maddie Girouard. Daemoris was voiced by Rebecca Hansson. Robbie Middleton was voiced by Molly Alexander. Pin Cushion and Zain Marblewound were voiced by Anna Stein. Edward Boothe was voiced by Micah Nathan Bradley. Marlo Burns was voiced by Sivan Raz. Fer Isdall was voiced by Karina Sinha.

Music: Chord Guitar 001 by Sascha Ende; free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/556-chord-guitar-001

Music: Perspectives by Kevin MacLeod; free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4207-perspectives

Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod; free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome

The music used is licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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7.3: Monster Dash

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Round 7, Group 3: MashCon 2024

Transcript here. Content warnings for brutal deaths, gore, child endangerment, and body horror.

In 201X, MashCon was an anime convention that quickly becomes a deadly disaster zone.

This episode was written by Resa & Mik Koats and edited by Jack Fulmin. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Tris Oaten. The transcript was done by Mik Koats. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus. Cay Jhou was cosplayed by Yvelyn T, Jess was cosplayed by Nathan Comstock, Nicky was cosplayed by Jack Fulmin, November was cosplayed by Angela Yih. Other voices by Nzingha Primus, Mik Koats, Tris Oaten, and Resa.

This team took 25 hours for production.

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7.4: Phone Tag

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Round 7, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here. Content warnings for body horror and a missing person.

Nobody can reach Nina on the phone. When she finally leaves Ozzy a message, things get weird.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird. The production of this episode was coordinated by the Hubris of our hearts. Ozzy was played by Anne Baird. Astrid and Jack were played by Caroline Mincks. Nina was played by Tal Minear.

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8.1: Episode 293: Narwhals

Sun, 12 May 2024 20:39:26 -0000

Round 8 Group 1: The Classic Fruit Fools

Transcript here. Content warnings include background death of a minor character and verbal conflict

In a parallel world, podcast co-hosts Ethan and PJ talk about cryptozoology, conspiracies, and friendship - whilst navigating the perilous waters of recording pitfalls and nosy parents. Will our co-hosts prove the existence of Narwhals? Will Ethan's mom shut the door when she leaves? Will the episode even see the light of day? The Truth will out...probably.

This episode was written by Milo Jordan Baum, O. Hann Lightwood, and Anna Stein. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing, sound design, and music by Beck Andrews. The transcript was done by O. Hann Lightwood. The production of this episode was coordinated by Angela Yih. Ethan was played by Milo Jordan Baum; PJ and the ill-fated Percival Kettering were played by Beck Andrews; Cessil and Tracy were played by Anna Stein; Paula was played by Angela Yih; and Marc was played by O. Hann Lightwood.

This team took 42 hours for production.

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8.2: ChatterBot

Sun, 19 May 2024 20:44:15 -0000

Round 8 Group 2: Clown Comrades

Transcript here. Content Warnings include crying children, mentions of arson, scenes of emotional distress, and culinary misadventures.

Meet ChatterBot, an AI assistant who can answer your every question—but sometimes a little more creatively than you might want.

This episode was written by Minali Venkatesh and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Micah Nathan Bradley. It was directed by Ted Heavner, with dialogue editing and sound design by Van Winkle. Music was made by Ali Hylton. The transcript was done by Ted Heavner. The production of this episode was coordinated by Micah Nathan Bradley. The Cook was played by Van Winkle, ChatterBot was voiced by Sarah Rosina Winkler, The Student was played by Bridget Guziewicz, The Date was played by Ted Heavner, The Gamer was played by Micah Nathan Bradley and Minali Venkatesh was The Parent.

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8.3: Bitter Punchlines

Sun, 26 May 2024 20:32:00 -0000

Round 8 Group 3: Clowns Before Frowns

Transcript here. Content Warnings for mentions of murder, prison, clowns, and blackmailing

Chuckles is hoping to knock the crowd dead; metaphorically, this time.

This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and edited by RH Sparra. It was directed by Mik Koats, with dialogue editing by Tris Otis and sound design by Rene Lyons. The transcript was done by RH Sparra. The production of this episode was coordinated by Mik Koats. Chuckles was played by Emmett Moon. Monty and Prison Guard were played by Mik Koats. Jordan was played by Sophie Borjón. Stella was played by RH Sparra.

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8.4: Fools Rush In

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 20:34:59 -0000

Round 8, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here.

We fear to tread.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by the Hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. The angels were played by Anne Baird and Tal Minear.

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