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VIOLET'S SHADOW: A Murder Mystery


14 episodes


Full cast Crime and Mystery Serial Audio Drama


Synopsis:

A MURDER MYSTERY. Eight 25-30 somethings arrive at a luxurious Victorian manor house on a remote island off the coast of Ireland. When one of them is murdered, it looks like a bitter love triangle could be the motive. Written, directed, and produced by CANADIAN PODCAST AWARDS NOMINEE, Greta Craig (Confessions of a New Grad).


Free episodes publish on Mondays. Listen early and ad-free on Apple Podcasts or Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can follow the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more gretacraig.com


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


SOUNDTRACK: licensed by Musicbed and Soundstripe. Featuring music by Dexter Britain, Jonny Southard, Kisnou, Featherland, CJ-0Alesever Lake, and RORE. Please see episode notes for full track lists.


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

AUDIO EDITING and SOUND DESIGN by Greta Craig

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio

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Format: Audio Drama

Continuity: Serial

Writing: Scripted

Voices: Full cast

Narrator: First Person

Genres: Crime and Mystery, Romance, Storytelling

Framing device: None

Soundscape: Sound effects & music

Maturity: Young adult

Creator demographics: / Female

Character demographics: / Female

Content warnings: / Abusive behaviour

Country of origin: United States

Ad-free option: Patreon

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Episodes:

12. SUSPECT: Jack (Interview with Mitchell Sviatko)

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:01:00 GMT

Here's my interview with Mitchell! Mitchell's instagram is here.


Music used in the clip: "Lightbridges" by Dexter Britain. Licensed through Musicbed. Sound effects licenced through Soundstripe.


TOPICS COVERED AND ROUGH TIME STAMPS


1:20

Casting Story

13:00

Character Development

22:00

Understanding Jack: The Character's Complexity and Development

31:22

Jack's involvement in the lovetriangle, his choices, and their Consequences

38:34

Understanding Abuse and Its Impact

41:00

Confessions and Motivations

44:00

Character Dynamics and Relationships

47:34

Behind the Scenes: Acting in the Studio and Collaboration

52:03

Creative Process and Inspirations

55:43

Future Projects and Aspirations

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11. SUSPECT: Andrew (Interview with Nic Westaway)

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:01:00 GMT

Hey! Here's my interview with Nic! Nic's Instagram is here.


Music in clip: "Farewell" by Dexter Britain. Music and Sound effects licensed through Musicbed and Soundstripe.


TOPICS COVERED AND ROUGH TIMESTAMPS:


00:00

Introduction + clip

03:33

Casting Andrew

12:09

Character Development: Understanding Andrew

19:25

Exploring Andrew's Motivations and Relationships

30:42

Real-Life Inspirations for Andrew's Character

33:38

The Dynamics of Voice Acting

39:59

Challenges and Triumphs in Performance

47:20

Exploring Vertical Dramas

56:45

Reflections on Performance and Accents


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10. SUSPECT: Violet (Interview with Katya Khozroshyna)

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:51:50 GMT

Hope you enjoyed the finale today! I've got interviews with everyone in the cast coming up over the next few weeks. Here's my conversation with Katya Khozroshyna, who plays Violet.


Katya's Instagram is here


Music used in the clip: "The Diary" by CJ-0 (licensed through Soundstripe)


TOPICS COVERED AND ROUGH TIMESTAMPS:

00:00

Introduction and Setting the Scene

04:57

Behind the Scenes of Casting Violet

08:30

Character Deep Dive: Understanding Violet

11:05

The Challenges of Playing Violet

14:01

The Importance of Voice in Characterization

16:53

Violet's Relatability and Depth

20:03

Exploring Themes of Sadness and Recovery

23:04

The Creative Process Behind Violet

25:54

Final Thoughts on Character and Performance

36:27

Revisiting Past Characters and Connections

41:50

The Importance of Ensemble Dynamics

44:41

Writing Depth and Character Complexity

48:19

The Healing Power of Writing

54:10

Resilience in the Face of Adversity

58:12

Finding Hope and Moving Forward

01:03:05

Character Growth and Future Possibilities

01:11:01

Unraveling the Mystery: Clues and Revelations

01:13:56

Unveiling the Mystery: Character Insights

01:16:01

Challenges in Character Development

01:20:45

The Emotional Toll of Acting

01:28:01

Fun Moments in Recording

01:36:47

Reflections on the Project and Collaboration

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9. The Stolen Whisp

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Who did it, why, and how are all revealed in the season finale. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please give it a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc and tell your friends. Thank you!!! Make sure you're following this podcast so you'll be notified when new seasons and shows will be coming out. I've got BTS episodes with the cast coming up over the next few weeks. If you're looking for more fiction to binge in the meantime, check out my other series, Confessions of a New Grad (which is a prequel to this one!). You can also follow me on Instagram @greta_media.


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 9 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Light Bridges" by Dexter Britain

"There's Only Here" by Alsever Lake

"Windswept" by Jonny Southard

"Farewell" by Dexter Britain

"Second Class Citizen" by Dexter Britain

"You Light the Room" by Jonny Southard

"For the Time We Did Have" by Dexter Britain

"Lofoten" by RORE

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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8. The Other Woman

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Brooklyn discovers more about what really happened the night of the murder. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 8 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"Light Bridges" by Dexter Britain

"Farewell" by Dexter Britain

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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BONUS: Questions for the cast? Plus a few updates!

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:12:50 GMT

Hey guys! I'll be interviewing every member of the cast over the next few weeks. If you've got any questions or comments for the cast, you can send me a DM on Instagram @greta_media or go to gretacraig.com/contact and send a question on the form. Bonus interviews with the cast will be coming out soon. If you have any other behind the scenes/ making of questions, feel free to send those in as well! Hope you've been enjoying the show! BIG THANK YOU again to subscribers and for everyone who has been listening/ writing reviews/ sharing and supporting the show!!

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7. The Confession

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:01:00 GMT

New evidence emerges, leading one of the suspects to confess. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 7 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"Building Thoughts" by Dexter Britain

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"Second Class Citizen" by Dexter Britain

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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6. The Likely Suspects

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Brooklyn overhears a conversation that sheds new light on the mystery. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 6 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"You Light the Room" by Jonny Southard

"Shooting Star" by Dexter Britain

"Building Thoughts" by Dexter Britain

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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5. The Inheritance

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Brooklyn confronts Andrew, and a will is discovered. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL 9 EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 5 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"Light Bridges" by Dexter Britain

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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4. The Murder

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:01:00 GMT

The next day, one of the guests is found dead. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL 9 EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 4 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

"Arrival of the Whales" by Kisnou

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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3. Pick Your Poison

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:01:00 GMT

The night of the murder, tensions rise as Sophie gathers the guests together for dinner. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL 9 EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 3 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"Avenue Tales" by Jonny Southard

"Midsummer" by Dexter Britain

"You Light the Room" by Jonny Southard

"Stay With Me" by Dexter Britain

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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2. The House of Whisp

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:01:19 GMT

Violet tells Brooklyn what happened and a new guest arrives at the House of Whisp. Free episodes come out every Monday. You can also BINGE ALL 9 EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig.


You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com.


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


Episode 2 SOUNDTRACK (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"Farewell" by Dexter Britain

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"You Light the Room" by Jonny Southard

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects licensed from Soundstripe

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1. The Nomads

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:01:00 GMT

The day before Valentine’s Day, eight digital nomads arrive to stay at a luxurious Victorian manor house on a remote island off the coast of Ireland. When one of them is murdered, it looks like a bitter love triangle could be the motive. Free episodes will publish every Monday, starting on Feb 3rd. You can also BINGE ALL 9 EPISODES, ad-free, RIGHT NOW by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, or making a one time payment at Patreon.com/gretacraig. You can the show on Instagram @greta_media or find out more at gretacraig.com.


CREDITS:


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


SOUNDTRACK of Ep 1 (in order of appearance):

"Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou

"There's Only Here" by Alsever Lake

"The Diary" by CJ-O

"You Light the Room" by Jonny Southard

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

"Farewell" by Dexter Britain

"Vineyards" by Jonny Southard

"Winter Train Home" by Featherland

*Music licensed from Musicbed and Soundstripe

*Sound effects via Soundstripe

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Trailer

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 14:42:36 GMT

The day before Valentine’s Day, eight digital nomads arrive to stay at a luxurious Victorian manor house on a remote island off the coast of Ireland. When one of them is murdered, it looks like a bitter love triangle could be the motive. Binge all 9 episodes now by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or making a one time payment at patreon.com/gretacraig. Free episodes come out every Monday, starting on Feb 3rd.


You can follow the show on Instagram or find out more at gretacraig.com.


CREDITS:


*Special thanks to the CANADA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS.


WRITTEN, DIRECTED, and PRODUCED by Greta Craig.


STARRING: Nic Westaway, Katya Khozroshyna, Mitchell Sviatko, Noelle Pion, Sean Finnerty, Forrest Anthony, Eoin Ward, Anatolii Fau, Amy Walsh, Casey James, Andy Magee, Julia Chien, Greta Craig


MIXING by Kaj Falch-Nielson

ARTWORK by Zavodina Polina Markovna

SCRIPT EDITOR: Justine Wentzell-Chang

RECORDED at Blue Light Studio


Trailer SOUNDTRACK and show theme song: "Tale of the Winter Souls" by Kisnou.

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