Shows
How I Make MusicSpacemerica! - Ian McGowan - Spacemerica! Main Theme“When we first got into doing the audio drama thing, it was very clear immediately how supportive the community was. Made us feel a lot better about getting our feet wet and just like diving into this madness.”0:21 ABOUT The piece of music we're listening to in the background is the main theme for the audio drama Spacemerica!. Today, we'll break it down and get into why and how it was made. You're listening to How I Make Music, where audio drama composers get to tell their own stories. In this show, we break apart a song sound...
2021-03-1715 min
Spacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP121 – Season Finale!On this, our 21st episode of Good Morning, Spacemerica, we close the curtains on season one! Your hosts Liz and Ian are joined by everyone’s favorite A+ number one best guest host, co-host of The Black Lodge Complaint Department, and CalamityCast figurehead, the Reverend Daniel S. Williams! (hold for applause). The trio chat about whatRead More
2018-11-1600 minSpacemerica!Kenny Kinds & Billy FrazierLocal comedian Kenny Kinds comes through to chat comedy and comics, before free spirit-(former)-freelancing, a-capella-ing Billy Frazier stops by to chat about that stuff (obviously) as well as comics, movies, and our fantastic producer Daniel’s favorite thing: MOUTH SOUNDS! CREDITS: The music for Good Morning, Spacemerica was composed by Ian McGowan. Good Morning, Spacemerica isRead More
2018-10-2600 minSpacemerica!Shane Presley / The Hollow EndsIan and Liz sit down with Shane Presley of Rock, Paper, Podcast fame, and talk about the good, bad, and ugly of podcasting (how fitting!), before Zack a.k.a. The Hollow Ends stops by to chat about his new EP, “Bears In Mind.” RAWR! CREDITS: The music for Good Morning, Spacemerica was composed by Ian McGowan.Read More
2018-10-1200 minSpacemerica!Jon Venegoni / Brian McClellandLocal comedian and all-around teddy bear Jon Venegoni sits down with Ian and Liz to talk all things comedy, lots of music stuff (#tubalife), and general hilarity. Brian McClelland also stops by to talk more music (he’s been in like a bajillion bands, fokls), but also delves into his passion for video and the logisticsRead More
2018-09-2800 minSpacemerica!Ink & Drink / Devon CahillThis week, Liz and Ian are joined by Steve, Jason, and Carlos from the St. Louis comic book collective known as Ink & Drink. They discuss how they came to be, favorite authors/artists, and all that good stuff! Then, Devon Cahill stopped by to shoot the breeze, talk about her new single and upcoming EPRead More
2018-09-1400 minSpacemerica!CalamityCast Variety Show - Live Excerpts (Part 2)!ANOTHER VERY SPECIAL EPISODE! Listen in to a few excerpts from our very first LIVE CalamityCast Variety Show. This episode features readings from CalamityCast productions “Love & Lust,” an interview with Ian Tucker, the male lead in Love & Lust, stand-up from Amy Milton, and more live music from True Friends! CREDITS: The music forRead More
2018-08-2400 minSpacemerica!CalamityCast Variety Show - Live Excerpts (Part 1)!A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE! Listen in to a few excerpts from our very first LIVE CalamityCast Variety Show. This episode features readings from CalamityCast productions “A Beginner’s Guide To Interplanetary Destruction, ”stand-up from Jeremy Hellwig and some live music from True Friends! CREDITS: The music for Good Morning, Spacemerica was composed by Ian McGowan. CheckRead More
2018-08-1200 minSpacemerica!Poetry, Gator Rastlin', and Oat MilkLiz and Ian are joined by Brittany Burke, co-writer (along with Ian) for the upcoming CalamityCast audiodrama thriller “Jane The Ripper”, fan-favorite Paz Zarkonen tells us what he’s been up to post-Spacemerica, and the always super nice Nate Larson of True Friends stops by! They talk poetry, bizarre antiques (is a fleshlight considered antique?), gatorRead More
2018-07-2700 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP113 – CalamityCast Variety Show Preview #2This week we continue our CalamityCast Variety Show preview with comedian Amy Milton. Ian and Liz talk comedy, motivation, and Amy’s backstory. We also have 3of5, aka Andy Garces back in the studio! Finally, Cookie St. Claire stops in to teach the gang all about cyborg looooove. CREDITS: The music for Good Morning, Spacemerica wasRead More
2018-07-1300 minSpacemerica!CalamityCast Variety Show Preview #1Liz, and her very special extra number one best co-host Daniel, are joined by St. Louis comedian Jeremy Helwig, and Love ‘n Lust co-creator Stephanie Kazowz! They talk comedy in St. Louis, the trials and tribulations of the writing process, and hummus! It’s light, it’s heavy, it’s loose, and it’s a good time all around. Read More
2018-06-2200 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP111 Cast and Crew Roundtable Season Recap!Join us as our hosts Ian and Liz are joined by a few cast and crew members to discuss all things SPACEMERICA! Season 1, including which movie stars they would cast to play their respective roles, what they liked the most about this season, and where they think the story is headed when we returnRead More
2018-06-0800 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! – RECAP: We Have Much To DiscussThe falling action, the denouement of the first season of Spacemerica! First, Cookie. Then Iggy. Now Wings. The Harbingers of Adventure paid a high price to stop The Canadian from blowing Spacemerica to smithereens. Tune in as Very Special Guest Host Daniel Williams sits down with Ian (Chutney) and Liz (Felix) to discuss their writingRead More
2018-05-2500 minSpacemerica!We Have Much to DiscussAfter so much loss, so much sadness, they did it. The Harbingers saved Spacemerica. While the group waits for Ace to outfit them with a space-worthy ship, they decompress, reflect, and plan for the future. It’s time to go home. Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, fundamental change… CREDITS: Spacemerica episode ten, We Have Much to Discuss, wasRead More
2018-05-1800 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP109 – RECAP: Death to Spacemerica!Just when you thought this story couldn’t get any sadder, we bring you…Death to Spacemerica! On Earth, this is it: the final countdown, the boss fight, the confrontation with The Big Bad Canadian. Back on Spacemerica, Mother Mary’s plans continue to unfold as she gets closer to her goal. Alison Headley (Sister Cynthia / Sin)Read More
2018-05-1100 minSpacemerica!Death to Spacemerica!This. Is. It. After the loss of another comrade, our heroes have had more than enough of the Canadian’s BS. With assistance from Ace, the Harbingers prepare for an assault on Black Site Omicron, while the Canadian makes final preparations for his planned destruction of SPACEMERICA! Meanwhile, on Spacemerica… *shrug* CREDITS: Spacemerica episode nine, DeathRead More
2018-05-0400 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP108 - RECAP: The Cost of SuccessWith Iggy hacked by the Canadian, or The Ignadian if you will, the heroes must match wits against their frenemy, and they pay a heavy price. Join us as S. Michael Clericus stops by the studio to discuss his love of voice acting, his main influences, and other random topics along the way. This episodeRead More
2018-04-2700 minSpacemerica!The Cost of SuccessYou guys, we need to talk about Iggy… Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, enough is enough! The Cabinet of Pain has had enough of Lazier, Lazier’s had enough of the civil unrest, and Maggie’s had enough of everyone! Times they are a-changin’. CREDITS: Spacemerica episode eight, The Cost of Success, was written by Dave Goddard; and voicedRead More
2018-04-2000 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! RECAP: The World Is An Imperfect PlaceAfter the destruction of the Mega Seed Amerifarm, our downtrodden adventurers head to the techie Mecca of Omelet, Colorado to get in touch with the Ace of Isaac, since he’s their best bet to find the Canadian. In this episode we talk with Stephanie “Sly Myles” Myles about Evelyn Kennedy, feminism in science fiction, andRead More
2018-04-1300 minSpacemerica!The World is an Imperfect PlaceOur group heads south to Omelet, Colorado, in search of a man they hope can help point them towards the Canadian. On the way, MORE TRAGEDY?! JEEZ, HOW MUCH MORE CAN THEY TAKE?! Also, they run in to Iggy’s ol’ pal Rick! Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, civil unrest grows as much of the populace is like,Read More
2018-04-0600 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! Special ReportJen “JWein” Weinman, the voice of Cookie St. Claire, guest-hosts this special episode of Good Morning, Spacemerica! by taking a seat at the writer’s table to get a better look at the ins and outs of writing this space opera on earth. CREDITS: The music for Good Morning, Spacemerica! was composed by Ian McGowan. GoodRead More
2018-03-3000 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP 106 – RECAP: The SleutheningIn this episode, we get an in-depth look into President Detective Lazier’s investigation into the Church! Plus, he gets hit by Cupid’s arrow and it’s as awkward as you’d imagine. Tune in as we talk with Adam Baugher, who tells us about the creation of the Lazier persona and much more. We also chat withRead More
2018-03-2300 minSpacemerica!The SleutheningWhile the Harbingers of Adventure plan their next steps, we spend some time with our friends on Spacemerica! Detective President Dick Lazier meets the lady of his dreams and falls head over buns in luuuuuuuuv. Meanwhile Mother Mary makes a move. Also: Hey, Maggie’s back! Remember Maggie? CREDITS: Spacemerica episode six, The Sleuthening, was writtenRead More
2018-03-1600 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! - RECAP: The RevengencersThe gang tries to cope with two massive losses, and decides to go on the offensive. In this episode, we finally meet The Canadian, and learn that Mother Mary is maybe a little more nefarious than we thought. Tune in as Ian and Liz talk with Dave Goddard (The Canadian) and Kat Johnson (Wings), whoRead More
2018-03-0900 minSpacemerica!The RevengencersAfter a tragedy, and then another tragedy, the group is in mourning. But they power through, make plans, and rally! And hey, Prada’s back! Also: THE CANADIAN (doesn’t impress Wings in the slightest). Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, Mother Mary is maybe more diabolical than originally thought? CREDITS: Spacemerica episode five, The Revengencers, was written by DanielRead More
2018-03-0200 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! EP104 - RECAP: Parts Sold Separately; Some Assembly RequiredGood Morning, Spacemerica! RECAP: Parts Sold Separately; Some Assembly RequiredThe group heads out on another fetch quest to appease The Historian, only to end up at a nude beach, spa, and sanitarium. We learn where their ship is, and there’s more to Cookie than meets the eye. On Spacemerica, Lazier somehow gets it right, despite his best efforts. Tune in as Ian and LizRead More
2018-02-2300 minSpacemerica!Parts Sold Separately; Some Assembly RequiredIggy makes new friends (it’s kind of his thing). Things don’t go as well as The Historian planned, which is bad news bears for EVERYONE. Cookie uncovers a secret that could change the course of the group’s mission. Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, President Detective Lazier accidentally does a good job! CREDITS: Spacemerica episode four, Parts SoldRead More
2018-02-1600 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! RECAP: Paz Be With You (And Also With You)In this episode, Ian and Liz recap the gang’s meeting with their first unsavory character, The Historian, and we get a little more insight into Paz Zarkonen and his desires to become more than just a theoretical archeologist. On Spacemerica, Mother Mary is up to something. Tune in as we talk with William Mead, theRead More
2018-02-0900 minSpacemerica!Paz Be With You (And Also With You)With a hot new set of wheels, the group hits the road. Iggy’s taking them to the one person that might know where to find THE CAPTAIN’S LOG. On the way, more stealing! (my favorite kind of -ing!) Also, our group gets acquainted with various Earth fauna. It does not go well. Meanwhile, on Spacemerica,Read More
2018-02-0200 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! RECAP: Win A Bag O’ LoveIn this episode, Ian and Liz recap our heroes’ quest to get their ship back, the haphazard detective work of President Lazier, as well as the zombies vs cowboys dynamic that has plagued Hotlandia for years! Tune in as we talk with Nate Miller, the voice behind Ignatius Babcock, the newest character and member ofRead More
2018-01-2600 minSpacemerica!Win A Bag O’ LoveThe group meets a man that will change their lives FOREVER! Also, Walking Dead references! Theft! Call backs to old shows! Meanwhile, on Spacemerica, President Richard “Ol’ One Dick” Dick Lazier realizes something is afoot, and makes a decision that will change his life FOREVER! Maggie is not amused, and does not have time forRead More
2018-01-1900 minSpacemerica!Good Morning, Spacemerica! RECAP: Welcome to Erf!Our story recap begins! In this episode, our hosts Ian and Liz get some background on our characters Chutney, Cookie, Evelyn, Paz, and Wings as they decide to leave Spacemerica in search of adventure! Tune in as we talk with showrunner Daniel Williams, who tells us about the Spacemerican universe, its history, and everything leadingRead More
2018-01-1200 minSpacemerica!Welcome to Erf!Our story begins! Chutney, Cookie, Evelyn, Paz, and Wings have set before them the greatest decision of their lives – do they leave Spacemerica in search of adventure? (spoilers: Yes, they do. There wouldn’t be much of a show if they didn’t.) Follow along as a group of friends strikes out from the safe confinesRead More
2018-01-0500 minSpacemerica!SPACEMERICA! - Teaser 05WARNING: Spacemerica guidelines are in place for your safety. Non-compliance = cyborg death! Your final look at SPACEMERICA before our launch! For more info, make sure to check out calamitycast.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
2017-12-2900 minSpacemerica!SPACEMERICA! - Teaser 04Loose lips sink space ships! Here’s another look at what we’re bringing you with SPACEMERICA! For more info, make sure to check out calamitycast.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
2017-12-2200 minSpacemerica!SPACEMERICA! - Teaser 03Even in a future threatened by the cyborg menace, America’s greatest enemy is COMPLACENCY! Enjoy another look at SPACEMERICA, coming to you January 2018. For more info, make sure to check out calamitycast.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
2017-12-1500 minSpacemerica!SPACEMERICA! - Teaser 02Your second look at CalamityCast’s new show, SPACEMERICA! For more info, make sure to check out calamitycast.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
2017-12-0700 minSpacemerica!SPACEMERICA! - Teaser 01Your first look at CalamityCast’s new show, SPACEMERICA! For more info, make sure to check out calamitycast.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
2017-12-0600 min