Tag Till We're Dead
63 episodes
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Creator: Karen Cave
Full cast Horror Anthology Audio Book
Synopsis:
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD). If you love short, creepy original tales that get under your skin, this is the podcast to listen to. UK-based. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and barely any production value. Just straight-up horror created by the weird random brain of Karen Cave, amongst other contributors. Feel free to buy me a coffee via Paypal: karencave22@mail.com Thank you for listening!
Format: Audio Book
Continuity: Anthology
Writing: Scripted
Voices: Full cast
Genres: Horror, Dystopia, Thriller and Psychological
Maturity: Young adult
Creator demographics: / Disabled / Female
Content warnings: / Explicit language / Sexual content / Violence
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Completion status: Not applicable
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Episodes:
Tag Till We're Dead podcast, Season 4 Episode 9-Flower People! (PART 2)
Wed, 05 Mar 2025 03:53:41 GMT
Today's story is Part 2 and the finale of Flower People! This has been inspired by Day of the Triffids and similar horror sci-fi. Hope you've enjoyed it. Make sure to listen to part 1 first...
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - a UK-based anthology horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror created by my weird random brain, for you to enjoy.
Great for people who love horror, without all the bells and whistles.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Sound effects by Ambient Method (YouTube channel)
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being able to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates and horror-related bollocks: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat shit, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Want to tip the podcast? You can do so via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated!
Thanks for all the support guys and gals.
Tag Till We're Dead podcast, Season 4 Episode 8 - Flower People (PART 1)
Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:13:28 GMT
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - a UK-based anthology horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror created by my weird random brain, for you to enjoy.
Great for people who love horror, without all the bells and whistles.
Today's short tale is in two parts, and is called Flower People! This is part 1, and is inspired by Day of the Triffids and similar horror sci-fi.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Sound effects by Ambient Method (YouTube channel)
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being able to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat shit, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Want to tip the podcast? You can do so via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated!
Thanks for all the support guys and gals.
Tag Till We're Dead season 4, episode 7 - A Long Slow Walk
Sun, 16 Feb 2025 02:32:21 GMT
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - a UK-based anthology horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror created by my weird random brain.
Welcome to another short, chilling, original horror tale - A Long Slow Walk.
Inspired by a long-ago episode of The Traitors weirdly.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being allowed to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat shit, or ask weird questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Tip me via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated!
Thanks for all the support! To help me grow, listen to all the episodes, and tell a horror-loving friend. Also rate, follow, or even leave me a voice review on Spotify.
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast Season 4, Episode 6 - Grotesque (a retelling)
Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:22:00 GMT
This is Tag Till We're Dead, (TTWD) a UK-based horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror, designed to gently unsettle you, as you go about your day or night.
Welcome to another short, chilling, original horror tale - Grotesque (a retelling).
This story was originally told by Kirsty, early on in season 1. Excitingly, we have collaborated with Black Country Horror, a Midlands-based theatre show. The Festival Manager, horror actor and director Alan Birch, narrates this episode, adding his own unique spin on this tale, which is one of the earliest ones I wrote, and one of my personal favourites.
We hope you enjoy.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Alan Birch
Sound effects by Alan Birch
Want to support the podcast? Subscribe here for only 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being able to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes and ideas etc)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email. Get your story heard by a growing global horror audience!
Tip me via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated!
Thank you for all the support. To help me grow, listen to all the episodes, and tell a horror-loving friend. You an also rate, follow and leave me a voice review on Spotify.
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALAN BIRCH
To find out more about Black Country Horror, go to: facebook.com/weepingbank
or www.blackcountryhorror.com
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast, Season 4 Episode 5: SPIRE PART 2
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:50:00 GMT
This is Tag Till We're Dead, the UK-based anthology horror podcast, where no two tales are the same... This is episode 5 of Season 4 (part 2 of a longer story)
Tonight's short, original horror creation is Spire Part 2. This is a longer story, hence it is being told over two episodes that have been released close together (episodes 4 and 5.)
This story was a joint effort, where a few friends contributed, and we all worked together to create this atmospheric story. We hope you like it!
"But whenever you do come back, despite the beauty of the quaint village of Hunderton, you feel afraid. Afraid, in a way you cannot explain, or ease in any way. Time, even decades, does not ease this."
Written by Karen Cave, Christian Grammer, Claire Green, Hannah Skinsley-Trowsdale, Kyle Carson, and Yvonne Barnsley
Narrated by Karen Cave
Wind effects by 'Sound Effect TV' (YouTube, copyright free)
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being allowed to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc. Just email me with requests!)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Tip me via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated! Karen x
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast, Season 4 Episode 4 - SPIRE PART 1
Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:03:00 GMT
This is Tag Till We're Dead, the UK-based anthology horror podcast, where no two tales are the same... This is episode 4 of Season 4.
Tonight's short, original horror creation is Spire Part 1. This is a longer story, hence it is told over two episodes that are being released close together.
Also, this story is unusual in that it is a joint effort, where a few friends contributed, and we all worked together to create this atmospheric story. We hope you like it!
"But whenever you do come back, despite the beauty of the quaint village of Hunderton, you feel afraid. Afraid, in a way you cannot explain, or ease in any way. Time, even decades, does not ease this."
Written by Karen Cave, Christian Grammer, Claire Green, Hannah Skinsley-Trowsdale, Kyle Carson, and Yvonne Barnsley
Narrated by Karen Cave
Wind effects by 'Sound Effect TV' (YouTube, copyright free)
*TW - may contain distressing content and themes*
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being allowed to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc. Just email me with requests!)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Tip me via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated! Karen x
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast, Season 4 BONUS EPISODE
Fri, 03 Jan 2025 14:49:00 GMT
Thanks for listening to the UK-based anthology horror podcast Tag Till We're Dead! Am so proud to have made it to season 4, and am grateful to everyone listening and getting scared, and telling their friends so that THEY can get scared.
This is a bonus episode: Behind the Story - Wade & Dust is People!
Enjoy my ramblings...
To support the podcast, please subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
(I'll make sure subscribers get special perks like being allowed to narrate or submit a story, or choose themes etc)
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Tip me via Paypal, using the above email. All coffees / cuppas are appreciated!
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast, Season 4 Episode 3 - Injured and Waiting
Wed, 25 Dec 2024 13:03:00 GMT
HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
Wanted to release a Christmas day episode as a special thank you to everyone listening to my tiny horror podcast, made by a 40-something British woman who is a massive horror fan! I consume lots of horror, and love writing these short creepy tales, recorded without a studio, on an old smart phone!
Today's short story is called Injured and Waiting. It was based on a drawing my daughter did, of two characters sat back to back, both injured, a man and a woman - but she doesn't want the drawing shown. Maybe one day in the future.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Intro and outro music by music box
Enjoy guys - and thank you again for all the support!
Here's to a peaceful, fun Christmas and new year for you all, and here's to a cracking 2025.
If you wish to buy me a festive cuppa (or hot choc) my Paypal is karencave22@mail.com
You can also message me anytime on this email! I am always looking for additional short stories to read (max. 1500 words) and guest narrators too. All you need is a clear voice and the ability to read in English, regardless of accent.
Karen x
Tag Till We're Dead Season 4 episode 2 - WADE
Sat, 14 Dec 2024 13:49:00 GMT
Hi listeners. The long-awaited newest story, read by the inimitable Soren Narnia, of Knifepoint Horror podcast. His uniquely intimate and first-person creep-fests inspired the mood for Tag Till We're Dead, for sure.
Are you all ready for Christmas? Even with the excess of lights, sparkles and love all around us, are you still aware of the darker tones that sit within the bright spaces? If so, my short, unpredictably edgy horror tales may be just right for you.
Welcome to season 4, episode 2 of Tag Till We're Dead. Today's story is Wade, a tale of two brothers. But this is no typical happy reunion.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Soren Narnia (of Knifepoint Horror podcast)
I try and only portray grisly settings and gore when completely necessary, preferring to freak you out with the nuances of fear, the suggestion of what might be lurking in the everyday. I think it is because it is the everyday that has the potential to frighten me, as opposite to the sensationalist, the obvious.
Happy Christmas season all! I will try and get another episode scheduled for Christmas day or just after.
If you wish to buy me a festive cocoa, you are very welcome. I am on Paypal, using the email karencave22@mail.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO SOREN NARNIA!
Tag Till We're Dead, Season 4 Episode 1 - Dust Is People!
Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:55:00 GMT
Oh you're here, at season 4! Welcome to the new season of Tag Till We're Dead, a UK based horror podcast.
Welcome to another short, chilling, original horror tale - Dust Is People! Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror. Hope you enjoy.
Today's tale, Dust is People, introduces us to a little girl who has some strange theories about the dust gathering in her bedroom. Her mother tries to set her straight, but will she manage?
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave, Ellie Jean, and Phil Allman
To support us:
Subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Buy me a coffee via Paypal, using the email karencave22@mail.com
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to chat horror or just chat shit. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email. Submissions must be original, and can be any type of horror, as long as it is dark. Nothing too explicit guys.
Thanks for all the support guys. To help me grow, treat yourself to a binge listen, and tell a horror-loving friend. Also rate, follow or leave me a voice review on Spotify.
SPECIAL NOTICE & REQUEST FOR PHOTOS
Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:32:28 GMT
Hi listeners!
Just a little notice regarding subscriber-only episodes - they no longer seem to be available (I can no longer lock select episodes as bonus episodes for some reason.)
So this message is two things:
1. A request for a donation/a coffee if it is possible, if you are able, and enjoy what I do (as I am no longer able to earn any money for this podcast via subscriptions).
My Paypal email is karencave22@mail.com
2. Requests for photos for as many of you as possible listening to Tag Till We're Dead! Whether on the train, out walking the dogs, or at home with friends! I want to create a collage of listeners all over the world.
You can email photos to karencave22@mail.com
Thank you for ALL your support, your listens, and for sharing and telling friends. This podcast is a passion hobby, and I hope to be doing it a long time.
I am a disabled woman in the UK, and any money donated out of appreciation for my work helps feed my family :)
End of Season 3 THANK YOU! From the host
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:54:27 GMT
A big thank you for all the support, as season 3 comes to a close - and a request for help!
Would you send me a photo or short video of yourself (or anyone else!) listening to Tag Till We're Dead?
Would love to put together a collage/montage if possible. Send to karencave22@mail.com
Thanks all!
Tag Till We're Dead SEASON 3 FINALE! Meter Reading...
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 01:47:00 GMT
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead, an original horror anthology podcast. This is the season 3 finale, and something a little different for you!
Meter Reading - a horror poem mini audio-play!
I hate those hollow steps down into the cellar to take the meter readings... who knows what will emerge back up them?
This is Tag Till We're Dead, a UK-based horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and often no production value. Just straight-up horror. Hope you enjoy.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave & Phil Allman (thanks Phil!)
Sound effects (credit free) by @everydaycinematicsounds (YouTube) with thanks!
For bonus stories and exclusive behind the scenes, subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Thanks for all the support! To help me grow, listen to all the episodes, and tell a horror-loving friend. Also rate, follow and leave me a voice review on Spotify.
To help support the podcast, you can buy me a cuppa or coffee at ko-fi.com/karenc2010 or on my Paypal (karencave22@mail.com)
Tag Till We're Dead BONUS EPISODE - Behind the Story of Caller in the Yard
Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:25:41 GMT
Welcome to this bonus episode from season 3 of Tag Till We're Dead! Thank you everybody who keeps supporting the podcast, which is my little horror passion project.
In this bonus episode I talk about the story 'Caller in the Yard' and its origins. Enjoy!
I'll respond to all requests or ideas sent to karencave22@mail.com
Tag Till We're Dead, Season 3 Episode 13 - Party Time!
Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:00:39 GMT
Welcome to the newest episode of TTWD, Season 3 Episode 13. Tonight's story is called, Party Time! Enjoy a slice of creepiness.
Bet you CAN'T WAIT for this kind of party to be thrown for you. Surely it is every young girl's dream...
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Sound effects by Superfunnysheet (YouTube, credit-free)
I must apologise for my voice by the way. I now have some sort of chronic throat/mouth disorder, which has made my voice croakier than usual!
Unless it adds to the horror 'mood' of course! So, either: many apologies OR You are welcome.
Do email me at karencave22@mail.com
I am just an ageing horror-obsessed gal in the UK. I LOVE creating this podcast. If you feel so obliged to buy me a tea or coffee, please use Paypal (the above email address).
All support is appreciated - many thanks!
Karen x
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 Episode 12 - Stairy Scarecase
Sun, 28 Jul 2024 02:31:00 GMT
Welcome to another short, chilling, original horror tale - Stairy Scarecase.
A stairway that intrigues our protagonist - but is she ready for the climb?
This is Tag Till We're Dead, a UK-based horror podcast. Getting straight to the point, with no fluff, no filler... and no production value. Just straight-up horror. Hope you enjoy.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
For bonus stories and exclusive behind the scenes, subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I also consider short story submissions (under 1500 words) which you can attach to an email.
Thanks for all the support! To help me grow, listen to all the episodes, and tell a horror-loving friend. Also rate, follow and leave me a voice review on Spotify.
Appreciate what I do? Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/karenc2010 or on my Paypal (karencave22@mail.com)
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 BONUS STORY: A New Version of Life
Mon, 24 Jun 2024 01:20:23 GMT
Welcome all subscribers! Enjoy this original story which was written for Vocal several years ago, as a kind of sci-fi nod to the pandemic and all the strange new rules around it.
The story is called 'A New Version of Life.'
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Forgive my brain for these dark forays into bleakness, but it's a great way of using creative writing in a cathartic way... I like to think there is always a streak of lovely black humour in there too.
TW: * Contains sexually explicit content *
Enjoy - and do tell a friend you think might enjoy this horror podcast.
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 Episode 11 - MacApocalypse
Thu, 13 Jun 2024 17:37:01 GMT
Welcome, scare-fans. This is Tag Till We're Dead, the original horror anthology story podcast. Based in the UK. #TTWD
If this is your first time here, I'm Karen Cave - host and writer. Been a horror nut since I was about 10. I occasionally use other people's short stories if I see one I love (with their permission of course!) If you have a short (1500 words or under) tale you have written, and would like to see it featured, please email me at karencave22@mail.com, You can also email me to say hi or chat horror.
To buy me a coffee or a tea, feel free to tip my Paypal, using the above email address. It will always be appreciated, and I will always send a thank you :)
Tonight's story is 'MacApocalypse,' and was inspired whilst waiting at a fast food restaurant with my friend - we waited about 15 minutes for what was a tiny order. Far from FAST food in the UK! A very different service from what you get in the US I imagine. Enjoy.
TW: swearing, menace, zombies and fast food...
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Boredom by Karen Cave and Jimbo
It all helps:
For bonus stories and exclusive behind the scenes, subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates:
https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Thank you for all your support! To help me grow, listen to as many episodes as you can, and tell your friends about Tag Till We're Dead. If on Spotify, follow, rate and respond to episode polls & questions. You can also leave voice notes and reviews.
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 Episode 10: Caller In The Yard
Sat, 01 Jun 2024 21:06:12 GMT
Welcome to season 3, episode 10 of the original horror anthology podcast, Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD).
Tonight's episode is titled 'Caller in the Yard,' and is a very special collaboration between myself and the wonderful Linda Wojtowick, who gave me the prompt/idea for this story. I wrote it for her to narrate, which she did, bringing her unique style and emotion to a tale of a backyard caller, and the corresponding longing experienced by the listener.
If you are a fan of Linda's voice, check out her podcasts Wolf Stories, and The Ghosts on This Road, both on Spotify. She is also a frequent guest narrator on Soren Narnia's ground-breaking podcast, Knifepoint Horror.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Linda Wojtowick
For bonus stories and exclusive behind the scenes, subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I'm open to collaborations and commissions.
Thank you for all your support! To help me grow, listen to as many episodes as you can, and tell your friends about Tag Till We're Dead. If on Spotify, follow, rate and respond to episode polls & questions. Or if you're feeling brave, record me a feedback message!
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3, Episode 9: Heads or Tales
Sun, 05 May 2024 11:59:00 GMT
Welcome to season 3, episode 9 of Tag Till We're Dead. Tonight's story experience is Heads or Tales.
Was based on the prompt 'Heads' given to me by Linda Wojtowick. Go find her beautiful podcast Wolf Stories, and also her many contributions to Soren Narnia's game-changing Knifepoint Horror.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I'm always open to new narrators and new stories!
Oh, and tell your fiends...
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 THANK YOU 1 YEAR OLD!!
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:47:34 GMT
A special bonus THANK YOU episode to celebrate 1 year of Tag Till We're Dead!
I am the host and creator, Karen Cave, and want to say a MASSIVE thank you for everyone's support for my audio-horror passion-project during its first year. I am not a moneyed celebrity or influencer, but a 44 year old British woman with disabilities, following one of my lifelong passions, horror fiction.
Thank you for listening, sharing, following, rating, offering to narrate, or even contributing your own story.
Special thanks to Soren Narnia of Knifepoint Horror podcast, for inspiring and championing my endeavours, as well as narrating a couple of stories, Linda Wojowick of Wolf Stories podcast for also inspiring and kindly narrating and being a kind supportive voice - as well as all my other guest narrators so far: Phil Allman, Kirsty Wilkes, David Allman, Louise Heath, Adam Eveson, Amber Wyatt, my daughter Ellie, and Dan Wilson.
Special thanks also to our guest story-writers who honoured me by allowing me to narrate their stories: Suze Kay, LC Minitti, and Ellie Jean.
If you haven't already subscribed to receive bonus stories and story origins, do so here for only 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
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Email me at karencave22@mail.com to chat horror, or ask questions. To kindly buy me a coffee (tea) tip me at my Paypal using the above email.
Let's stay creepy, peeps. Here's to round 2...
Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3 Episode 8: The Driller Killer Next Door
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:08:00 GMT
Does your imagination welcome tales of darkness and twisted realities?
If so, welcome to Season 3, episode 8 of Tag Till We're Dead. Tonight's story is called 'The Driller Killer Next Door.'
It may or may not have been originally inspired by our new neighbour, who has regularly been drilling and hammering, sometimes into the night, just when your imagination starts to take hold and tell you stories...
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Phil Allman
Music by Spotify
For bonus stories and exclusive behind the scenes, subscribe here for 99p a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karen-cave-horror/subscribe
Follow me on Twitter for horror musings and podcast updates: https://twitter.com/HorrorKaren
Like my Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555351921499
Email me at karencave22@mail.com to give ideas or feedback, chat horror, or ask questions. I'm a friendly person with a weird imagination! I have a Paypal link for anyone generous enough to buy me a coffee (or a tea - I am British after all). Use the above email address for this - thanks so much.
Thank you for all your support! To help me grow, listen to as many episodes as you can, and tell your friends about Tag Till We're Dead. If on Spotify, follow, rate and respond to episode polls & questions.
Tag Till We're Dead, Season 3 Episode 7 - Disgust
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:26:00 GMT
We have a very special guest writer for today's story!
My thirteen year old daughter wrote 'Disgust,' and I loved it so much I wanted to narrate it and feature it on the podcast. Well done Ellie!
Welcome to season 3, episode 7 of Tag Till We're Dead. Today's short horror tale is called 'Disgust.'
Imagine being out walking late one night, and sensing a presence behind you. You turn to find... something that is too ghastly for words. What do you do?
Story by Ellie E-C
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Tag Till We're Dead Season 3, Episode 6 - The Stairwell At Night
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:26:00 GMT
Welcome to episode 6 of Season 3 of the horror anthology podcast, Tag Till We're Dead.
Original anthology horror tales from UK author Karen Cave (she has also self-published self-help, erotica and family humour novels under the pen name Eva Jean. Follow her Amazon author page here):
https://www.amazon.co.uk/~/e/B01M4G6B92
Tonight's short chiller of a tale is called The Stairwell At Night. It was inspired by looking up one night as I walked past a block of flats, and seeing those security lights that illuminate the central stairs between the apartments.. and thinking to myself how they are a port in a storm, but also can they protect us from things which are too strange and otherworldly?
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
Themes of psychological horror, and cosmic menace
If you enjoy, please do listen to all of the previous episodes; no two tales are the same, and I get inspired by all sorts of things.
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Thank you all for all the support. This podcast is my passion project!
You can email me at karencave22@mail.com with requests, suggestions, or even apply to have your own story narrated...
Buy me a coffee at Paypal (above email address) - gracias!
Tag Till We're Dead Season 3 Episode 5 - Unexpected Item
Tue, 05 Mar 2024 03:32:04 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3, Episode 5...
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is a quirky little tale of supermarket checkout machines gone rogue. Or has our protagonist simply absorbed too many trash magazines and bottles of wine?
CONTENT WARNING: Contains adult themes and references, plus swearing.
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Supermarket background sounds - credit-free from YouTube.
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Dog Days, PART 4 - by Suze Kay
Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:49:00 GMT
The final part of season 3, episode 4's story, Dog Days, by Suze Kay.
You'll never feel the same about the beach after this tale.
Thank you for bearing with me during this change in structuring. Rest assured, things should return back to normal after this!
(the publishing platform has changed its editing software and I cannot get my head around it, hence having to upload this story in separate segments).
Dog Days, PART 3 - by Suze Kay
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:39:00 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast.
This is PART 3 of Episode 4's story, Dog days by Suze Kay.
Apologies for the change in structure for this episode. Please bear with me whilst I get my head around a completely different podcast creation process.
Things WILL return to normal very soon! Thank you for bearing with me. And don't forget... the FINAL PART of Dog Days, drops tomorrow!
Dog Days, PART 2 - by Suze Kay
Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:17:00 GMT
Dog Days PART 2!
(part of the Tag Till We're Dead horror podcast)
Apologies for the segmented parts; this is due to Spotify for Podcasters making changes, meaning I can't seem to figure out the new system which takes you to a separate platform if you have more than one audio recording to upload (I tend to record my stories in 2 or more segments for longer stories, to give my throat a rest!)
So for this story, the quickest way I can think to get around this is to upload a segment per episode, and make all 4 parts consecutive - so sorry for any inconvenience. I have also lost the ability to add music - again, apologies, though you might prefer this. I personally like a bit of atmospheric music.
From now on, I will attempt to record stories in a single leap, meaning the whole story can be uploaded to the episode.
Please bear with me - PART 3 TOMORROW!
Thank you - Karen x
Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3 Episode 4: Dog Days, PART 1 by Suze Kay
Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:54:00 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead, season 3, Episode 4: DOG DAYS (part 1)
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is a beautifully eerie story written by Suze Kay, whom I discovered on Vocal last year. You may also remember that I also narrated 'In the Glow' too.
She is a truly original writer, and though I never planned to use other writers on TTWD, rich, evocative stories like these, that unfurl their creepy tendrils into my guts and my soul, cannot be forgotten, and I am dying to narrate them. I hope you enjoy this slightly longer tale of friendship, and of beach-time strangeness.
Here is Suze Kay's Vocal link - please do check out her writings and poetry: Suze's Vocal link: https://vocal.media/authors/suze-kay
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Story by Suze Kay
Narrated by Karen Cave
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Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3, Episode 3: Dear Diary
Sun, 04 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Welcome to season 3, episode 3 of Tag Till We're Dead. Tonight's story is called 'Dear Diary,' and believe it or not, is the first short horror tale I ever wrote. EVER. Hope that you enjoy it!
This is a simple tale of a diary. A diary that demands words from its owner, but also, so much more than that.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3, Episode 2: Nutcracker
Sun, 21 Jan 2024 18:00:00 GMT
Welcome to season 3, episode 2 of Tag Till We're Dead. Tonight's story is called 'Nutcracker.'
Inspired by a creepy Christmas tree decoration on my mum's tree. I always did find those big chompy teeth terrifying... this story is told by the brilliant Phil Allman, who brings his usual menacing air to something usually considered to be innocent.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Phil Allman
Music by Spotify
My podcast RSS code (for making available to other platforms):
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Thank you for all your support! To help me grow, listen to as many episodes as you can, and tell your friends about Tag Till We're Dead. If on Spotify, follow, rate and respond to episode polls & questions.
Tag Till We're Dead - Season 3 Episode 1: Nothing Will Hurt You Here
Sun, 14 Jan 2024 15:17:00 GMT
Welcome to season 3 of the Tag Till We're Dead anthology horror podcast! Happy new year, and here's to warmer weather and the UK sunshine that is inevitably around the corner, when we least expect it...
Today's story is called Nothing Will Hurt You Here.
A gorgeously dark tale of a young composer who brings her unusual compositions to her music teacher's attention...
Story by LC Minniti
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
To those who have just discovered us - welcome! Enjoy. The mood of this pod is perfect for wine/hot chocolate and snuggly creepy evenings. Get stuck in - there's a previous two seasons to catch up on. I write a variety of short dark tales, and am always looking to add more strings to my bow. So any suggestions - or even if you yourself have written a short horror tale you would like narrated on this show - email me at karencave22@mail.com
Big thank you to those who are already followers and listeners - your support shows in the download numbers, and is appreciated more than you know. This is my baby. My slightly deformed and strange, but much-loved baby.
Season 3 kicks off with a special tale, written by LC Minniti, and narrated here with her permission. I am so grateful for finding this wonderful writer. Her Vocal link is here if you want to check out more of her amazing stories: https://vocal.media/horror/nothing-will-hurt-you-here
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Enjoy - Karen
Season 2 BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE: Mind Mergers
Sun, 24 Dec 2023 04:36:48 GMT
The season 2 Christmas finale of Tag Till We're Dead! Tonight's story is called Mind Mergers, and was originally written for a Vocal writing challenge. The brief was to write a short story involving a conversation between two people - but with no words spoken out loud.
I love 'outside the box' creative challenges like this.
You can read most of my stories, plus articles and social observations on Vocal.media (search Karen Cave).
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Happy Creepy Christmas all! Thank you to EVERYONE for every bit of support, from listening, sharing, telling friends, to those superstars who have ever narrated for me!
Here's to 2024. I know it's been a rocky year for many, and I hope that next year brings all the peace, joy and security that we could all do with :)
Tag Till We're Dead Season 2, Episode 12: Happy Anniversary
Thu, 07 Dec 2023 01:40:16 GMT
TTWD Season 2, Episode 12: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
She's been a good wife, really she has. But does that mean he wants to stay married to her forever? Let's discuss things over an anniversary dinner...
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Tag Till We're Dead - Season 2 Episode 11: Two Lattes For Tim
Thu, 09 Nov 2023 04:42:16 GMT
Episode 11 - Two Lattes For Tim
Welcome back, scare-fans. Pour a drink and snuggle down into the duvet, to enjoy this short tale presented in a slightly different format of an audio drama!
The story of a barista, a man with a plan, and a man who does NOT want to be where he is...
CONTENT WARNING: Contains stronger than usual adult language, some sexual content and violence.
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Phil Allman & Karen Cave
Music and special effects by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 10 Tag Till We're Dead - The Invitation
Thu, 09 Nov 2023 03:46:37 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead, Episode 10:
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is The Invitation, part of a Halloween two-episode double bill!
A story of Stan, who receives a mysterious invitation but is in the dark about what exactly he has been invited to... our dear friend Adam kindly returned as narrator once again.
Contains adult content and adult language.
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by the fantastic Adam Eveson!
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 9 - My Story read by Ellie
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 01:34:38 GMT
Season 2 of Tag Till We're Dead
Episode 9: My Story
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is a very special episode, because my daughter agreed to narrate a short story for me! I wrote her a short, simple story told from her point of view - this is the result...
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Ellie
Saucepan lids by Phil Allman
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 8 - The Bed Eater
Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:30:00 GMT
Season 2 of Tag Till We're Dead
Episode 8: The Bed Eater
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is a very short tale, about a misbehaving bed. It plays upon the fears children may have about the things around them that are supposed to make them safe.
Thank you so much for listening! I cannot tell you how much I appreciate you. Been going since April 2023, and things are starting to take off a little now. Yippee!
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Tag Till We're Dead - Episode 7 In The Glow
Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is season 2, episode 7 of the TTWD horror anthology podcast. Tonight's story is a special treat - In The Glow, written by Suze Kay, and discovered on Vocal.Media.
Do find Suze and check out her other stories, she is a fantastic horror talent: https://vocal.media/horror/in-the-glow
In The Glow is an eerie tale set in New York, during the broiling months of a sickly pandemic.
Story by Suze Kay
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 6 - I am in His Bubble, and He is in Mine
Sun, 03 Sep 2023 17:00:00 GMT
Episode 6 of season 2 - I Am in His Bubble, and He is In Mine.
This is a tale of unrequited love, inspired by our time spent in lockdown.
Should we not be extra-aware of our 'bubble,' and who might have their sights set on it?
CONTENT WARNING: Contains themes of menace and stalking.
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Every story is a completely different tale of darkness. You never know what theme might be trodden on next with mucky boots...
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave & Philip Allman
Music by Spotify
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Tag Till We're Dead - Episode 5, Childhood Memories
Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:00:00 GMT
Episode 5:
Welcome back, scare-fans. This short tale details an unwanted thing found in a child's bedroom, found in the dark recesses of his memory...
Story by Soren Narnia (of Knifepoint Horror podcast)
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 4 Tag Till We're Dead - Tunnell
Fri, 11 Aug 2023 17:00:00 GMT
This is season 2, episode 4 of the Tag Till We're Dead Horror podcast (TTWD).
Tonight's story is Tunnell, and was inspired by a photograph a friend of a friend posted online.
A simple tale about a woman simply trying to take a shortcut to catch the train to get home, to put her feet up and enjoy a cheesy pizza.
What could go wrong?
Story written by Karen Cave.
Narrated by VERY special guest Linda Wojtowick, of The Ghosts On This Road podcast! (I asked her and she said yes! What a lady!)
Music by Spotify.
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Season 2, Episode 3.2 of Tag Till We're Dead - LEAVE Part II
Mon, 07 Aug 2023 17:00:49 GMT
Episode 3.2:
Welcome back, scare-fans. This is part II of the two-parter - Leave, a dark tale that began as a romantic getaway but ends as something altogether very different. Will both parties get what they want out of this new-found relationship?
CONTENT WARNING: Contains stronger than usual adult language, sexual content and violence.
Like this? Stay supportive and follow to stay up to date and notified of new episodes as they are released! Every story is a completely different tale of darkness. You never know what theme might be trodden on next with mucky boots...
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Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 Episode 3.1 Tag Till We're Dead - LEAVE (Part I)
Sun, 06 Aug 2023 17:00:10 GMT
Welcome to season 2 of Tag Till We're Dead! The original anthology horror podcast. Thank you to ALL returning supporters... sit back and enjoy these original creepy tales that drop either on Fridays or Sundays at 6pm. Look out also for bonus Subscriber-only episodes that can drop anytime.
Episode 3.1: Here is the first two-parter of this season, with a new longer story called Leave, a dark tale that begins as a romantic getaway but ends as something altogether very different. Will both parties get what they want out of this new-found relationship? A slightly more adult tale than previous stories.
CONTENT WARNING: Contains adult language, sexual content and violence.
Like this? PART II drops tomorrow night, subscribe to stay up to date and notified of new episodes.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Season 2 of Tag Till We're Dead - Episode 2: Living The Dream (read by Amber Autumn Wyatt)
Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:00:50 GMT
Season 2 of Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD), an original anthology horror podcast, with each episode read by a unique voice.
Tonight's story is called Living The Dream, and is a tale of a life not living up to someone's dreamscapes. How do you compare a perfect dream life to an imperfect day life?
Read by first-time narrator Amber Autumn Wyatt - what a beautiful job she does, bringing this story to life...
We hope that you enjoy this style of horror that I informally call 'beautiful surreal horror.'
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Amber
Music by Spotify
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Have a binge of season 1! There's 10 episodes plus bonus episodes for subscribers!
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Season 2, Episode 1 of Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - Through Hell and High
Sun, 23 Jul 2023 17:00:06 GMT
Welcome to Season 2!
Episode 1 of Season 2 of the horror anthology podcast Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD). Tonight's creepy story is Through Hell and High.
An original tale of mystery, of scientific immorality - and of ultimate redemption.
* CONTENT WARNING: CONTAINS GRISLY VIOLENT THEMES AND IMPRISONMENT *
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Tag Till We're Dead - Series 2 PROMO!
Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:00:08 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead series 2 Promo trailer with excerpts from Lockdown Lovers, Through Hell & High, and Hunger Pains, from series 1.
Get stuck into a whole new series of original dark tales, each narrated by a unique voice!
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A big thank you to all our supporters!
Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:00:22 GMT
Tag Till We're Dead, an original horror anthology podcast.
A massive THANK YOU to all our supporters and subscribers! Make sure to FOLLOW and click the little bell for new episode releases.
See you in series 2 for more short creepy tales brought to life by great voices...
Thanks for all the love and support - Karen x
Episode 10 of Tag Till We're Dead - A Tango by Lightning
Sun, 09 Jul 2023 17:00:29 GMT
This is episode 10 of Tag Till We're Dead, the original anthology horror podcast. All stories (so far!) written by myself, Karen Cave. Based in the UK, with a variety of UK voices and dialects.
This episode brings you the story A Tango by Lightning, which was inspired by a real late-night drive home, through hours of vivid lightning storms so incredible that we stopped the car and got out to watch.
I was 'pretend tango-ing' with my daughter, who came up with the idea of the title. I loved the idea of a couple dancing generating the energy needed for a lightning storm. It's not scary per-se, but it has an eerie feel I guess.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by new guest narrator Adam Eveson (and what a job he does)
Music by Spotify
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Episode 9 of Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - The Little Light that Never Goes Out
Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:00:44 GMT
Episode 9 of the Tag Till We're Dead podcast. Unique, original horror tales, read by great voices! Anthology horror, for those who like a bit of variety. Perfect for winding down at night, as I've deliberately kept the production soothing and minimal, with no ads.
This week's story is called The Little Light that Never goes Out. One of my earliest tales, and quite a surreal one. The idea came to me during a late night peer out of my kitchen window, looking up at the lights in the windows of the apartment block over the way.
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Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Kirsty Wilkes
Music by Spotify
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Episode 8.2 Tag Till We're Dead - Hunger Pains Part II
Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:00:42 GMT
Welcome to Tag Till We're Dead - the newest horror anthology podcast full of original stories and great voices.
Part II of last week's horror two-parter, Hunger Pains.
The finale to our creepy tale of a Slimmer's World Advisor who is maybe trying just a little too hard...
Read by the inimitable Phil Allman.
Enjoy!
Written by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Episode 8.1 of Tag Till We're Dead - Hunger Pains (a two-part story) PART I
Sun, 11 Jun 2023 17:00:39 GMT
Episode 8. The first two-parter in our horror anthology series! This is PART I.
The story is called Hunger Pains, and the themes include a slimming group, an unnamed curse, and an irreversible mistake...
How far would YOU go to have the 'perfect' body?
Tune in tomorrow night for PART II.
Read by the inimitable Phil Allman.
Story by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
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Episode 7 of Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - Tekhenu
Sun, 04 Jun 2023 17:00:22 GMT
This is episode 7 of the Tag Till We're Dead Horror podcast (TTWD).
The story is called Tekhenu, which is the Egyptian word for obelisk. The word means literally to 'pierce the sky,' and was used in the worship of the sun God Ra.
I love ancient history and worshipping rituals, and, inspired by Soren Narnia's tale Landmark, I wanted to create a story of somebody who is frightened of an ancient landmark, and cannot find peace with the thought or sight of it, despite others reassuring them that it is perfectly innocuous. They may even become fixated on it.
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by Kirsty Wilkes (returning narrator and talented friend!)
Music by Spotify
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Episode 6 of Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) - Love of my Death
Fri, 26 May 2023 17:00:47 GMT
Episode 6 of the Tag Till We're Dead podcast (TTWD). Thank you so much for listening to and supporting my twisted brand of horror, which I create with the help of a fantastic community of friends with great voices!
This episode's story is called: Love of my Death.
A question to ponder: Love is love surely, whether requited... or unrequited?
Narrated chillingly by Dan Wilson, with a performance so convincing it might make me nervous to be in a room with him from now on...
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Dan Wilson
Special effects produced under a Creative Commons License
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Episode 5 - The Lady of the Moon
Fri, 12 May 2023 17:00:42 GMT
This is episode 5 of the Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) horror anthology podcast. This episode's story: The Lady of the Moon. Narrated once again by the wonderfully soulful voice of Kirsty Wilkes.
This story is a short, surreal foray into the mythology of the moon and its powers. It has always fascinated me; if the moon can govern the tides worldwide, can it also govern other things, such as a thirst for blood? Can it create magic?
* CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT AND VIOLENT THEMES *
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Kirsty Wilkes
Music by Spotify
New episodes drop either on Sundays or Fridays.
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Thank you for listening. Hope you enjoy my brand of horror and get suitably creeped out...
Fri, 05 May 2023 17:00:34 GMT
Bonus OUTTAKES episode of Tag Till We're Dead! Hilarious outtakes from episode 4 (Lockdown Lovers) and the upcoming episode 8 (Hunger Pains).
Brothers Phil and Dave Allman get annoyed, make mistakes, burp and even lose their temper at Alexa during their attempted reads. Once I heard the outtakes and was crying with laughter, I decided to keep and use them as bonus material.
After all - everyone loves a blooper. Enjoy...
Coming in the next episode: a story about the Lady of the Moon, and her powers. A beautiful surreal horror tale read by Kirsty Wilkes.
Thanks for all your support girls and guys. Don't forget to keep me informed about what you enjoy and why. Or what you'd like more of.
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BEHIND THE STORY OF TAG TILL WE'RE DEAD - BONUS EPISODE
Wed, 03 May 2023 23:18:05 GMT
Hi all! Karen Cave here - creator and writer of the Tag Till We're Dead horror anthology podcast. I hope you are enjoying the original and creepy tales on offer here.
This is a bonus episode where I do a bit of a deep-dive into where each story comes from, and what inspired it - in this case I go BEHIND THE STORY of the pilot episode, Tag Till We're Dead: a darkly humorous tale of two zombies for whom even turning undead didn't stop their never-ending game of 'Tag.'
Narrator - Karen Cave
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Episode 4 of Tag Till We're Dead - Lockdown Lovers
Sun, 30 Apr 2023 17:00:00 GMT
Episode 4 of horror podcast Tag Till We're Dead. This story is called Lockdown Lovers, and is narrated by David Allman, who brings a fantastic sinister 'flair' to this episode.
Still finding fantastic voices to bring these original creepy stories to life!
I created this tale towards the end of (final) lockdown, when thinking about how a seemingly harmless person that we might see every day in the park, could in fact be far from normal. In fact, they could have sinister intentions that would terrify us if we knew just how twisted and envious that person really was, whilst tricking us with their niceness and innocence.
* CONTAINS HORROR AND SINISTER OPINIONS *
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by David Allman
Music by Spotify
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FREE BONUS EPISODE of Tag Till We're Dead - Dead good-looking
Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:00:09 GMT
A special extra bonus birthday episode for you all to enjoy! Releasing this on the Friday of my birthday!
I decided to be brave and use my own voice on this narration, though there are many others with far better reading voices... so be gentle on your feedback or I may narrate another one as punishment...
An unnerving tale of 'would like to meet.' Can we ever be too particular when it comes to choosing a romantic partner?
What's your creepiest dating story? Do let me know. If I get enough, maybe I'll put a few into an additional episode...
Get snuggled up, get relaxed, and get creeped out.
Written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Karen Cave
Music by Spotify
Nothing explicit. But does contain adult horror content and disturbing themes.
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Sun, 16 Apr 2023 17:00:00 GMT
Episode 3 of the horror podcast Tag Till 'We're Dead. The story is called Grotesque. Brought to life by the beautiful voice of Kirsty Wilkes.
A simple, sinister, surreal tale about the stone carved faces we often find on church buildings. As they leer down at us, what are they imagining?
You will perhaps not look at those stone faces in the same away again...
* CONTAINS MILD HORROR *
Story by Karen Cave
Narrated by special guest Kirsty Wilkes
Music by Spotify
Fri, 14 Apr 2023 17:00:00 GMT
This is episode 2 of the Tag Till We're Dead podcast. The story is Dark Space, an especially grisly tale of cosmic horror. Can our fears lead us to do things we wouldn't normally do? Can they even lead us to great danger? Listen and find out...
** CONTENT WARNING! Contains themes of menace, sexuality, cosmic horror and grisly violence **
I personally have a fear of the dark. I use a lot of candles. What are you most afraid of? Let me know.
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by special guest Phil Allman
Music by Spotify
Pilot: Tag Till We're Dead (Episode 1)
Sun, 09 Apr 2023 17:00:10 GMT
Pilot episode of the new horror podcast Tag Till We're Dead. This is episode 1, the titular story about a zombie friendship, which was inspired by a phrase my daughter came out with one day, when talking about herself and her tag-mad school friend.
I asked my horror podcast hero Soren Narnia to narrate, and he graciously agreed. He loved the story, saying it was 'so sad!' I think you can hear this in his voice as he inhabits the zombie... I love his telling of this story, and I hope you love it too.
I hope you enjoy my attempt at a decent horror podcast. Did it make you sad, haunted, spooked?
Podcast created by Karen Cave
Story written by Karen Cave
Narrated by Soren Narnia
Music by Spotify
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Trailer for Tag Till We're Dead - an original short horror story podcast
Sat, 08 Apr 2023 23:01:01 GMT
This is the trailer for the new horror podcast Tag Till We're Dead (TTWD) an anthology horror story podcast of original creepy tales.
Each story sits alone and will get under your skin in under ten minutes. All stories are written by UK author Karen Cave, and narrated by some special guests! Soren Narnia (my podcast suspense hero) even makes a few guest appearances.
Get snuggled up and prepare to be creeped out by the unique atmosphere of each short story.
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