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The Bright Path PodcastSir Richard Enderly is DeadSir Richard and his interviewer begin to uncover how he died. Featuring guest performance by Ivy Birney, and "Start Again," feat. Kevin T. Collins.2021-04-1421 min
The Bright Path PodcastOld Foe's Home, Part 2The Herald's former identity is revealed. Hobb finds that his arrangement of votes at the Moot leaves something to be desired--but his efforts with Merrily bear fruit. Part 2 of 2.2020-09-1626 min
The Bright Path PodcastOld Foe's Home, Part 1Hobb finally reaches Roosterfoot, and hears the story of Boris's strange adventures. He sets about balancing diplomacy with the delegates, the Herald, and Merrily Hunter. Part 1 of 2.2020-09-1634 min
The Bright Path PodcastQuestionable SanctuaryAmbushed by Snugg mercenaries on the road to Roosterfoot, Hobb the Wise follows Cyrus Stoat's footsteps into a dead end. His bodyguards come to regret their choice of clothing color.2020-08-2732 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Trouble With Heroes, Part 2Mr. Robe demonstrates a marvelous new device for enforcing justice, but some bugs remain. Hobb meets a new friend in the dungeons beneath Hoel. Part 2 of 2.2020-08-1326 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Trouble With Heroes, Part 1Hobb the Wise attempts to rein in his legal opponents, but makes an error in judgment that sparks a standoff at the Old High Court. Part 1 of 2.2020-08-1334 min
The Bright Path PodcastMore Like MeHobb the Wise has difficult decisions to make as King Leeland lies dying--but despite himself, he manages to lighten the mood.2020-07-2217 min
The Bright Path PodcastIron for BreakfastHobb the Wise and Mr. Robe bring pens to a sword fight.2020-07-1132 min
The Bright Path PodcastFallingAt Devi Valley, during the attack by the Giant-men, Cyrus, Jonathan, and Merrily search desperately for the twelve scroll tubes that will complete Rolly's mathematics. Another Jonathan follows the Dark Path through the life of a peculiar mistress. Featuring "No Turning Back" from Sophia's Fall, with Danielle Erin Rhodes, Kevin T. Collins, Martin Sola, Victoria Dicce, and Michael Marcotte.2020-06-2539 min
The Bright Path PodcastBreaking the RulesMerrily makes a desperate attempt to rescue Prince Leeland from General Logwall. Frederick tells the story of the Parade of Judges. Merrily and Cyrus ride off into the sunrise, toward their doom in the north.2020-06-1245 min
The Bright Path PodcastDeath and TransmogrificationAs Cyrus and Father confront each other, Merrily takes the longest blink. The man with the metal face has new words for her, and for what is inside her. Part 2 of 2.2020-05-2829 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Revelations of Nicola SnuggMerrily is set on a new path by an unexpected friend. Kel and Gerald meet their ends, and force Merrily to change her perspective. Part 1 of 2.2020-05-2841 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Universe Is a PretzelSix months after the events in Uellodon, Merrily is forced to finally put one of her two points of view to rest. She says goodbye to Jonathan. Cyrus comes very close to meeting the same fate as Rolly.2020-05-1449 min
The Bright Path PodcastGreat Balls, Part 2Merrily says goodbye to Wallingford Spoon and Wigglus Snort. Part 2 of 2.2020-04-2917 min
The Bright Path PodcastGreat Balls, Part 1Chancellor Spoon and his friends are captured. Merrily tells the most convincing lie of her career, and discovers that Hobb was not lying at all. Part 1 of 2.2020-04-2932 min
The Bright Path PodcastWeighty Precedent, Part 2Hobb and Mr. Robe demonstrate the new machinery of justice. The Prince's escape brings the siege of the courthouse to a head. Part 2 of 2.2020-04-1526 min
The Bright Path PodcastWeighty Precedent, Part 1Merrily receives unexpected help extracting Prince Leeland from his father's palace.2020-04-1530 min
The Bright Path PodcastHobb the Wolf, Part 3Boris is exposed as a second-rate mystic, and Hobb gets a bit of legal debate on his tie. The Crown Prince has an unusual request.2020-04-0117 min
The Bright Path PodcastHobb the Wolf, Part 2The Old Academy is not dead yet, and fights back with pies and pamphlets. Chancellor Pearsy makes brilliant advances in mathematics, engineering, and pottery-making. Merrily goes for a jolly walk through raw sewage, and ends up in the house of God.2020-04-0131 min
The Bright Path PodcastHobb the Wolf, Part 1Merrily and Wigglus reunite in difficult circumstances. Chancellor Pearsey recounts his special gift to Cyrus Stoat.2020-03-1831 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Moot Point, Part 3Merrily follows Hobb out of Roosterfoot in an attempt to learn more about his late-night meetings, but her mission is interrupted by cows and lawyers. The Roosterfoot Moot votes on whether to declare for Queen Anne or King Leeland. Merrily is tempted by a new road trip.2020-03-0427 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Moot Point, Part 2Merrily tries to persuade the Roosterfoot landowners to support the Queen, but her efforts bear small and sour fruit. Mr. Sniggins is dressed as an abominable decoy, as Merrily attempts to discover the nighttime activities of Hobb the Wise.2020-03-0427 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Moot Point, Part 1Merrily tries to score points against her adversaries at the Moot, but finds that she's lost before she even began to play. Thomas Howe suggests she play a different game. Hobb the Wise has all the friends he needs, but not the one he wants.2020-02-1925 min
The Bright Path PodcastLogical Insanity, Part 2Republican partisans pursue Merrily and her guards on the road to Roosterfoot, and a young boy unexpectedly changes her thinking. Part 2 of 2.2020-02-0528 min
The Bright Path PodcastLogical Insanity, Part 1Merrily, and her unwelcome guests inside her head, navigate her departure from Green Bridge as Queen Anne's envoy to the Moot. Part 1 of 2.2020-02-0522 min
The Bright Path PodcastBlack Box, Part 2Merrily finds that her story has another surprise in store--and it hits a high F. Includes "Black Box" feat. Danielle Erin Rhodes. Part 2 of 2.2020-01-2224 min
The Bright Path PodcastBlack Box, Part 1Merrily knows who killed Rolland Gorp–but she doesn’t know herself. Two strange voices in her head offer opinionated commentary on the events immediately after Rolly’s death, and what she should do next. They agree on little more than that Cyrus Stoat is a right ass. Part 1 of 2.2020-01-2233 min
The Bright Path PodcastTwo PathsThe feyess Sheria arranges an unexpected meeting with Michael Rider in a tiny village in Uelland. Another Jonathan and Another Boris, taken as slaves to the Carolese colonies on the southern shore of the Gulf, discover their fates. Includes "Since You've Been Gone" feat. Kevin T. Collins.2020-01-0829 min
The Bright Path PodcastInitiativeOn a frigid winter day in Outer Svegnia, two strange men come running out of a driving snowstorm toward a remote, ancient castle. Cyrus Stoat and his mentor, Professor Wallingford Spoon, are after the long-lost helm of one of the ancient heroes of the four Neighbor Kingdoms. But Cyrus's survival--and, more importantly, his letter grade--depend on thinking fast and talking faster. Will our hero escape with the treasure? Will Professor Spoon throw his sharp-tongued student to their enemies in disgust?2019-12-2537 min
The Bright Path PodcastInto the Sunrise, Part 2Season 4 finale, part 2. Cyrus Stoat tries to make sense of Gregory's execution, Rolly's death, and his own next journey.2019-12-1135 min
The Bright Path PodcastInto the Sunrise, Part 1Season 4 finale, part 1. Green Bridge is burning, and Cyrus Stoat must reach safety on Farley Island with Bishop Wildrick and Merrily Hunter.2019-12-1133 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Man With the Metal FaceMerrily's sins are laid bare, and Cyrus must fight someone he loves and someone he hates. Bishop Wildrick is unexpectedly brave. Captain Vigg fixes a past mistake.2019-11-2743 min
The Bright Path PodcastKyle MarshallIn this week's bonus episode of The Bright Path Podcast, Ben Birney interviews podcasting Sith lord and all-around good fella Kyle Marshall of Media Lab YYC. Kyle has had a colorful journey from farm boy to cosmopolitan Calgary guru of video and audio, and he's got some great stories to share. I smiled all the way through, and I hope you will as well.2019-11-2050 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Absent Monologue, Part 2Cyrus has killed someone he loves; someone he loves kills Cyrus.2019-11-1320 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Absent Monologue, Part 1It is June, and Obilly Smallhat is weeks away from trial and execution for the murder of Rolland Gorp. Obilly's translations of Rolly's notes reveal that Snugg is playing with bigger forces than anyone realized. Cyrus is forced into a duel he doesn't want to lose and doesn't want to win.2019-11-1336 min
The Bright Path PodcastBonus Episode: It's Only Life with Kevin T. CollinsSinger-songwriter Kevin T. Collins guest-stars on The Bright Path Podcast to listen to and chat about his new folk rock EP "It's Only Life." Kevin and Ben listen to all five tracks on the album and discuss Kevin's influences, creative process, stories, and career. The tracks alone are worth the price of admission, so please join us for this special guest episode!2019-11-061h 07
The Bright Path PodcastEpisode 65: The Traitor, Part 2We meet the Traitor of the North, and he has a surprise waiting for just about everyone.2019-10-3027 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Traitor, Part 1Cyrus and Bear's stay in Enderly is an exceedingly short one, as they find themselves caught in the middle of a dispute between two groups of men flinging giant rocks and burning pitch at one another. Cyrus receives another wound to his lower half, and then a much larger wound to his pride.2019-10-3035 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Only Way DownCyrus discovers that Bear is not all he seems, and adjusts his expectations accordingly. Gmork finds the high point of his life, and Cyrus the low.2019-10-1625 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Peculiar BearIt's a road trip! Cyrus and Gmork unexpectedly make a new friend on the way to Roosterfoot. Cyrus gives the Republic a chance, but doesn't give it a second chance.2019-10-1627 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Snowball of DestinyCyrus's logic has come to a dead end. He and Gmork attend a formal ball with an unexpected climax. Cyrus finally loses his grip, and finds a way forward.2019-10-0225 min
The Bright Path PodcastMelodramatic CultistsObilly Smallhat is in jail, suspected of the murder of Rolland Gorp--but Cyrus doesn't believe he did it. However, Cyrus's own grip on sanity is starting to slip, as echoes of his encounter in the old church beneath Roosterfoot haunt his waking and sleeping thoughts. Can Cyrus work out where to go next--or is this a dead end?2019-10-0232 min
The Bright Path PodcastAlice Miller's HatAlice Miller teaches to a most remarkable classroom, and Obilly Smallhat raises more questions than he answers.2019-09-1821 min
The Bright Path PodcastDead End, Part 1Cyrus grows his foot back... temporarily. Veridia reveals rumors of a terrible flying beast, which no one takes very seriously. Cyrus travels north to a kingdom he invented out of whole cloth, and finds that it doesn't take him very seriously.2019-09-1827 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Clean-Up Job, Part 2Rolland Gorp goes into the ground. Cyrus Stoat investigates Rolly's murder, and finds that the mathematician left him a last puzzle. Veridia Snipe has been several different kinds of scoundrel. Part 2 of 2.2019-09-0433 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Clean-Up Job, Part 1Rolland Gorp goes into the ground. Cyrus Stoat investigates Rolly's murder, and finds that the mathematician left him a last puzzle. Veridia Snipe has been several different kinds of scoundrel. Part 1 of 2.2019-09-0428 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Mathematician's WakeCyrus, Vicod, and Gmork return to Green Bridge to assist in solving Rolly's murder. Cyrus catches up with old friends, and discovers a few new ones following him around. Cyrus and Vicod toast the dead; The Bright Path Podcast belly-flops into an entirely new genre of absurdity.2019-08-2140 min
The Bright Path PodcastDungeon CrawlingCyrus Stoat, Tenured Professor of Applied History at Triad University, leads an advanced practicum in dungeon crawling. Freddie Greensmith finds something in the dark. Cyrus meets an old friend with sad news.2019-08-0740 min
The Bright Path PodcastBonus: How Do You Make Funny?I welcome special guest Seth Brown for a conversation on storytelling, humor, navigating our fraught social landscape as a humorist, and the process of creative collaboration. Seth is a veteran humor writer and speaker, so if you're at all interested in the creative process, I do hope you'll enjoy what he has to share. A new chapter of The Gods We Made will enter your podcatcher next week!2019-07-3133 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Man Named StoolIn another "branch" of Jonathan's life, he and Boris have traveled far south into Carelon, following Jonathan's failed proposal to Merrily. Boris tells a ghost story. They meet a man named Stool, who shares a tale of his life as an Ecclesia priest in Uelland. Boris sets Jonathan on a new course, and so does Mr. Stool.2019-07-2433 min
The Bright Path PodcastPreposterous PrologueCyrus and Veridia have a baby together, but not much else; Merrily is irritatingly competent; and Rufus Snugg decides to fight absurdity with absurdity.2019-07-1024 min
The Bright Path PodcastPre-PosterityIT BEGINS! Ladies and Gentlemen: the Prologue to The Gods We Made, book two of “Preposterous History.” Two years after the events of The Bright Path, Gog the Hammer finds himself facing down a new enemy–and big guns suddenly seem not quite so big. Jonathan Miller arrives in Devi Valley with Simon and Devi, determined to find something in Vault Three–but comes away empty handed.2019-07-1018 min
The Bright Path PodcastSolo and DuetSpecial guest Rob Seitelman joins Yours Truly to wrestle and chortle over the different challenges of solo creation and collaboration. We'll share some war stories from our theater careers and bat the ball back and forth on which is 'better'--creating alone or creating together? Also, thirty seconds of the funniest and filthiest Star Wars parody you will hear all year.2019-07-0338 min
The Bright Path PodcastGhost StoriesGrygory meets a most unexpected ending. King Simon is exposed. Ghost stories are told, and seen, and lived. This episode features excerpts from "Transformation, Part 2," sung by Danielle Erin Rhodes, Victoria Dicce, Martin Sola, Kevin T. Collins, and Michael Marcotte, with keys by MaryAnn Ivan. It also features excerpts from "Last Songs," performed by Corey Osborne. Part 2 of 2.2019-06-2634 min
The Bright Path PodcastFollow the Bright PathJonathan and Merrily live the consequences of one moment of choice. Cyrus Stoat wakes up in a strange bed, and Hobb finds a remedy to two of his most irritating problems. Sir Richard signs off, ending his tale with a guest writer. Features excerpts from "Find Heaven"; complete track, sung by Danielle Erin Rhodes, available on SoundCloud. Part 1 of 2.2019-06-2637 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Meaning of LifeQueen Anne finds herself forced to confront her parliament, and her adversary, alone. Beatrice Snugg tells us all we need to know about the meaning of life. Feat. "Expulsion" from Paradise Lost, sung by Victoria Dicce, with MaryAnn Ivan on keys. And a shout-out to Rob Seitelman, my long time collaborator on Miltonian.2019-06-1931 min
The Bright Path PodcastLoose Balls, Part 2Rufus Snugg brings guns to a sword fight. Boom. Your host largely restrains his instinct to musical bombast, but this episode does feature God's Breath from Paradise Lost as the roll-out, with Danielle Erin Rhodes, Martin Sola, Michael Marcotte, and Kevin T. Collins, and MaryAnn Ivan on Keys.2019-06-1221 min
The Bright Path PodcastLoose Balls, Part 1The White Knights come into Rufus Snugg's home, but find the doors locked. Devi runs into trouble with a net, and gets to discuss theology with the Inquisitor. Rufus discovers the fun of waving a flag and picking a fight. Part 1 of 2.2019-06-1229 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Lost ArcJonathan attempts the most outrageous chandelier swing in recorded history--but something is missing from his landing. Cyrus writes a letter that will cause him some trouble later; Daisy goes straight for true love; and Rolly saves the day with the awesome power of mathematics. Vicod Rayth is entirely naked.2019-06-0559 min
The Bright Path PodcastRunning Out of PagesSir Richard discovers how to narrate unreliably. He pursues his new art with glee, pausing only to finish the song he began at his departure from Uellodon. Featuring "Into A Wakeless Shade."2019-05-2929 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Battle of Baldwick, Part 2Thomas Howe makes a proper application of scout cavalry. General Chester gets philosophical, and your host throws down some bombast.2019-05-2228 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Battle of Baldwick, Part 1The White Knights, now swollen to a force with the numbers and equipment to seize Uellodon, attack King Leeland's smaller army near the unlucky village of Baldwick. Thomas Howe gives a master class in the proper conduct of scout cavalry. General Chester gets philosophical, and your host throws down some bombast.2019-05-2231 min
The Bright Path PodcastNot By My HandHobb and The Kettle have one final debate. Hobb keeps his promise. Featuring "Fantasy for Piano."2019-05-1512 min
The Bright Path PodcastReady or Not; The Uses of PostmenSomething stalks Grygory the Pious in the deep forests of the north. Jonathan and Merrily are reunited at last--but everything is different. Cyrus almost reveals his cunning plan.2019-05-0836 min
The Bright Path PodcastAn Irresistible RequestIn Finery Valley, Basil sets new plans in motion--now assisting the White Knights. Rufus expresses his earnest desire for the biggest boomstick that money can buy, and also a pony. Two fresh armies arrive in the valley, and Colonel Ratwurst finds not all to his liking. Daven spills new secrets to Rufus, and Rufus backs Devi into a corner with an irresistible request.2019-05-0130 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Tour GuideHobb's grand tour of the King's home sparks a new revelation by Merrily, and Merrily sparks an adjustment of the First Minister's trousers. King Leeland issues Hobb an ultimatum. Hobb tries desperately to wrest a concession from The Kettle, but comes up empty.2019-04-2434 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Good Plan, and A Bad TropeIn a shocking development, the Bright Path Podcast returns to the same characters for two weeks in a row. Cyrus, Merrily, and company finally enter Uellodon, only to find the Royal Academy off limits and Wigglus's mother's house a ruin. Cyrus proposes a pub crawl, but two strangers change their plans. The narrator's horrific French accent rides again. Bonus points if you spot the Mathnet reference.2019-04-1726 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Uses of LawyersLawyers. Huh! What are they good for? Actually, you'd be surprised. Find out in Episode 43 of The Bright Path Podcast. Also: How to have a romantic conversation whilst holding a raw sheep's liver; why Merrily smeared bear grease all over her body; and how to wake a sleeping mathematician.2019-04-1032 min
The Bright Path PodcastOne Foot ShortSir Richard does battle with giants and gerunds, as his skills as a diplomat are tested in combat. Will the redoubtable knight embarrass his King, or open a new window in relations between man and giant-man?2019-04-0329 min
The Bright Path PodcastWhat God KnowsGrygory comes face to face with a familiar demon, but notably fails to be eaten alive. King Simon deploys the only known rhyme for ‘orange’. Grygory discovers that whatever God intends, Brutus the Observer has a plan for him.2019-03-2726 min
The Bright Path PodcastAn Audience With the QueenQueen Anne discovers unexpected allies in her confrontation with the Crown. Jonathan sets out on a new journey.2019-03-2023 min
The Bright Path PodcastYou Charge With The Horse You've GotCaptain Howe makes the best of a bad situation. Jonathan discovers just how fast he can go from elated to crushed. Queen Anne receives an ultimatum. Part 1 of 2.2019-03-2034 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe First, Distant Rumble of PeaceRufus Snugg and his friends make a new toy, but toys aren't a solution to Rufus's problems. Devi gets the latest news from home, and Daven gets a black eye for his trouble. Basil's machinations bear fruit, as a certain ring-bearer plunges to his death in the fiery abyss.2019-03-1333 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Vigorous Legal ArgumentCaptain Howe is evicted ceremoniously from his field tent. Judge Blackstaff presides over a courtroom duel, and his clerk does heroic duty. Hobb the Wise learns of Cyrus's latest quest. Sir Richard is poked and prodded, and meets an old enemy.2019-03-0637 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe White Knights Forget Their Party Hats, Part 2Jonny is briefly a lawyer, but he recovers quickly. King Simon discovers that he is not alone. Part 2 of 2.2019-02-2720 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe White Knights Forget Their Party Hats, Part 1The White Knights occupying Hog Hurst learn the wonder and terror of The Backbeat, and the goblins of the Gray Kingdom have a thumping good time. Part 1 of 2.2019-02-2728 min
The Bright Path PodcastTwo Merry Bands, Part 2Ratwurst gets an unexpected promotion, and Wigglus explains, with examples, the circumstances in which it is legally acceptable to solve one's personal problems with murder. Part 2 of 2.2019-02-2014 min
The Bright Path PodcastTwo Merry Bands, Part 1Merrily sings a new song with old words. Cyrus discovers that comparing a woman to a dead cow has serious consequences. Part 1 of 2.2019-02-2032 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Overture of WarVicod Rayth, bearer of a certain tome germane to our story, finds an unexpected opportunity for cultural research while making his way to Uellodon. Captain Thomas Howe of the King's Heavy Horse meets some new friends with fancy white cloaks, and takes them for a ride 'round the county.2019-02-1313 min
The Bright Path PodcastA Killer Drum SoloCyrus selects a summer vacation and an intern to go along with it. Frederick née Halfhouse narrowly avoids a close encounter with a prosthesis. King Leeland suggests the least convincing cover-up ever. Facing an invasion of his kingdom, Simon absolutely slays it on stage. These events conspire to bring Part 2 of The Bright Path Podcast to a conclusion; what awaits in Part 3? Only future podcast episodes will tell!2019-02-0636 min
The Bright Path PodcastPeacemakersSir Richard makes a long journey through the black to a cup of black coffee at journey's end. In Finery Valley, Daven and Rufus learn two very different ways to play peacemaker.2019-01-3021 min
The Bright Path PodcastSteel Comes In to Fashion, Part 3It’s a party on the streets of Green Bridge! Bishop Wildrick makes his move to poison the city government and seize control with a mob of the faithful. An assassin stalks Mrs. Bridge’s household, Merrily gets sweaty, Beatrice gives Veridia some questionable fashion advice, and Cyrus has the time of his life on a rooftop. Part 3 of 3.2019-01-2313 min
The Bright Path PodcastSteel Comes Into Fashion, Part 2It’s a party on the streets of Green Bridge! Bishop Wildrick makes his move to poison the city government and seize control with a mob of the faithful. An assassin stalks Mrs. Bridge’s household, Merrily gets sweaty, Beatrice gives Veridia some questionable fashion advice, and Cyrus has the time of his life on a rooftop. Part 2 of 3.2019-01-2327 min
The Bright Path PodcastSteel Comes In to Fashion, Part 1It’s a party on the streets of Green Bridge! Bishop Wildrick makes his move to poison the city government and seize control with a mob of the faithful. An assassin stalks Mrs. Bridge’s household, Merrily gets sweaty, Beatrice gives Veridia some questionable fashion advice, and Cyrus has the time of his life on a rooftop. Part 1 of 3.2019-01-2327 min
The Bright Path PodcastWar By Other MeansHobb the Wise sees a chance to score a win, and sneaks out for some fun in a basement--but Dean Spoon gets the last laugh. Hobb meets his counterparts from the geopolitical neighborhood. Your host digs deep into the archives for some new-old music.2019-01-1632 min
The Bright Path PodcastBalloons Both Large and Small, Pt. 3Part 3 of 3. Rufus and company are trapped underground by the White Knights. With nothing better to do, Rufus decides to go exploring, and picks the most hazardous method possible. Daven gets a better deal, and Gog the Hammer gets bonus pay. Rufus ends up with his face in a most unexpected location.2019-01-0917 min
The Bright Path PodcastBalloons Both Large and Small, Pt. 2Part 2 of 3. Rufus and company are trapped underground by the White Knights. With nothing better to do, Rufus decides to go exploring, and picks the most hazardous method possible. Daven gets a better deal, and Gog the Hammer gets bonus pay. Rufus ends up with his face in a most unexpected location.2019-01-0924 min
The Bright Path PodcastBalloons Both Large and Small, Pt. 1Part 1 of 3. Rufus and company are trapped underground by the White Knights. With nothing better to do, Rufus decides to go exploring, and picks the most hazardous method possible. Daven gets a better deal, and Gog the Hammer gets bonus pay. Rufus ends up with his face in a most unexpected location.2019-01-0922 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Charge of the Washer-WomenThe moment to free the wives and daughters of Hog Hurst finally arrives. What will be the cost? Featuring vocal performances by Danielle Erin Rhodes, Victoria Dicce, Kevin T. Collins, Martin Sola, and Michael Marcotte.2019-01-0238 min
The Bright Path PodcastConvincing and Unconvincing Lies, P. 2 Merrily learns the secret to operating a grappling hook crossbow, and also that she is rubbish at lying. Cyrus might be afflicted with feelings. Mrs. Fry is revealed as a rank amateur. Merrily reaches the limits of her abilities, and discovers how to go beyond them. 2018-12-2630 min
The Bright Path PodcastConvincing and Unconvincing Lies, P. 1Merrily learns the secret to operating a grappling hook crossbow, and also that she is rubbish at lying. Cyrus might be afflicted with feelings. Mrs. Fry is revealed as a rank amateur. Merrily reaches the limits of her abilities, and discovers how to go beyond them.2018-12-2629 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Abjuration of MythsSir Richard and his men are disabused of certain firmly held beliefs concerning Giant-Men. The brave knight reaches into Uelland's dubious past for inspiration. A great stretch of deprivation passes with barely a sentence. Sir Richard learns who his friends are, and approximates the location of a Giant-Man's kidneys.2018-12-1928 min
The Bright Path PodcastEnemy of Church and StateHobb the Wise and The Kettle share an unfriendly cup of tea. The Kettle illuminates the difference between truth and honesty. Hobb reveals their great and shared enemy. King Leeland suspects Hobb is after his job; Hobb demurs. Everyone drinks a great deal of tea.2018-12-1518 min
The Bright Path PodcastEnhanced Interrogation MethodsBetween them, Cyrus and Veridia commit all seven deadly sins in the space of an hour. Rolly realizes what he'll miss the most about Veridia. Wally's Woodsmen find the path, and the mercenaries follow it. The White Knights have an unexpected ally.2018-12-0541 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Council of Longbean's Farm, Part 2The Council of Longbean's Farm doesn't come off quite the way anyone imagined. Part 2 of 2.2018-11-2828 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Council of Longbean's Farm, Part 1Deep in the frontier forest, King Simon's subjects behold the power of the backbeat. Jonathan learns how to lie just in time to save his life. Simon, The Gizzard, and Sheria link up with the human resistance in Hog Hurst, only to find that they're not the only ones with an interest in events in the outcome. Grygory the Pious discovers that his new allies have some rough edges, but struggles to carry on the fight for hearts and minds. Part 1 of 2.2018-11-2829 min
The Bright Path PodcastVariations on the Theme of MiseryThe good citizens of Uellodon experience black comedy and just regular old blackness. En route from the Finery Valley to Hog Hurst, Captain Whiffle and his band of mercenaries encounter festively decorated former comrades.2018-11-2122 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Spy in the Kettle, Part 2The snarfs discover that the problems of history are also the problems of today. Rufus makes a strategic gamble, of which Gog the Hammer disapproves. Basil causes Gunnar to rip his pants. Part 2 of 2.2018-11-1430 min
The Bright Path PodcastThe Spy in the Kettle, Part 1Rufus Snugg confronts a stubborn mystery and a stubborn archaeologist. Devi declines to send beer. Part 1 of 2.2018-11-1429 min
The Bright Path PodcastPictures in the Snow (with "Last Songs" feat. Cory Osborne)Part 2 of The Bright Path Podcast begins with a different perspective. In Green Bridge, Veridia confronts the predations of her enemies and the flaws in her own plans. She resorts to violence, and then thinks better of it. Rolland Gorp delivers a bit too much literary criticism, and pays the usual price. Veridia goes for a ski race, and loses. This episode features “Last Songs” by Ben Birney, featuring baritone Cory Osborne.2018-10-1746 min