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The Book of Constellations by W. Keith Tims
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/787568to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Book of Constellations Author: W. Keith Tims Narrator: W. Keith Tims Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 45 minutes Release date: May 27, 2024 Genres: Science Fiction Publisher's Summary: A down-to-Earth sci-fi road trip, *The Book of Constellations* is a story about Rael, who claims to be the sole survivor of an alien race, as told by Simon, the man who went with him. On a quest to save humanity from the same malevolent force that destroyed his own people, Rael believes this “Darkness” resides in the Governor of the state. Rael make...
2024-05-27
7h 45
Power-Up With The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.
The Book of Constellations by W. Keith Tims
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/787568to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Book of Constellations Author: W. Keith Tims Narrator: W. Keith Tims Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 45 minutes Release date: May 27, 2024 Genres: Religious Fiction Publisher's Summary: A down-to-Earth sci-fi road trip, *The Book of Constellations* is a story about Rael, who claims to be the sole survivor of an alien race, as told by Simon, the man who went with him. On a quest to save humanity from the same malevolent force that destroyed his own people, Rael believes this “Darkness” resides in the Governor of the state. Rael make...
2024-05-27
7h 45
Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, Religious Fiction
The Book of Constellations by W. Keith Tims
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/787568to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Book of Constellations Author: W. Keith Tims Narrator: W. Keith Tims Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 45 minutes Release date: May 27, 2024 Genres: Religious Fiction Publisher's Summary: A down-to-Earth sci-fi road trip, *The Book of Constellations* is a story about Rael, who claims to be the sole survivor of an alien race, as told by Simon, the man who went with him. On a quest to save humanity from the same malevolent force that destroyed his own people, Rael believes this “Darkness” resides in the Governor of the state. Rael make...
2024-05-27
7h 45
The First Episode Of
Hello from the Hallowoods
William A. Wellman discusses their show Hello from the Hallowoods, exploring Queerness in the horror genre, writing complex and intertwining storylines, focusing on mood in narrative, and giving up a marketing job to become a full-time creative. https://www.hellofromthehallowoods.com/ A transcript of this episode can be found here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our...
2023-05-07
00 min
The First Episode Of
Hello from the Hallowoods
William A. Wellman discusses their show Hello from the Hallowoods, exploring Queerness in the horror genre, writing complex and intertwining storylines, focusing on mood in narrative, and giving up a marketing job to become a full-time creative.https://www.hellofromthehallowoods.com/A transcript of this episode can be found here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Use my special link https://zen.ai/thefirstepisodeof1 to sav...
2023-05-07
35 min
The First Episode Of
Murphy's Inc.
Producer Mark Helton and writer Tera Eon discuss their time-traveling heist show Murphy's Inc, using characters to flesh out the world, working with someone else's ideas, criminals as protagonists, and dealing with (or not) time travel paradoxes.https://murphysincshow.podbean.com/A transcript of this episode can be found here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Use my special link https://zen.ai/thefirstepisodeof1 to save...
2023-04-23
33 min
The First Episode Of
Murphy's Inc.
Producer Mark Helton and writer Tera Eon discuss their time-traveling heist show Murphy's Inc, using characters to flesh out the world, working with someone else's ideas, criminals as protagonists, and dealing with (or not) time travel paradoxes. Listen to Murphy's Inc. on most major podcast platforms, or from https://murphysincshow.podbean.com/ A transcript of this episode can be found here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be...
2023-04-23
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Public Domain Players
James Weippert talks about his Public Domain Players and their production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, adapting works from the public domain, being faithful to familiar stories or making changes, the Sarah Grace Foundation, and working on a show fifteen minutes at a time.https://publicdomainplayers.podbean.com/A transcript of this show is available here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Use my sp...
2023-04-09
32 min
The First Episode Of
The Public Domain Players
James Weippert talks about his Public Domain Players and their production of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, adapting works from the public domain, being faithful to familiar stories or making changes, the Sarah Grace Foundation, and working on a show fifteen minutes at a time. https://publicdomainplayers.podbean.com/ A transcript of this show is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the...
2023-04-09
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program
Cat Blackard talks about her hybrid audio drama The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program, elevating "actual play" podcasts, being a multidisciplinary artist, taking a queer point of view to existing material, and the dilemma of appreciating the art of problematic artists.https://www.cthulhumystery.com/A transcript of this program is available here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail...
2023-03-26
33 min
The First Episode Of
The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program
Cat Blackard talks about her hybrid audio drama The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program, elevating "actual play" podcasts, being a multidisciplinary artist, taking a queer point of view to existing material, and the dilemma of appreciating the art of problematic artists. https://www.cthulhumystery.com/ A transcript of this program is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sig...
2023-03-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
ICE-CREAM
Adam Murciano talks about his retro horror ICE-CREAM, starting a subscription platform for listeners, the awkwardness of the teen years, the strange subversion of ice cream trucks, and the horror of always being one mistake away from ruin.Listen to ICE-CREAM: http://pod.link/1641978062A transcript of this episode is available here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.
2023-03-12
32 min
The First Episode Of
ICE-CREAM
Adam Murciano talks about his retro horror ICE-CREAM, starting a subscription platform for listeners, the awkwardness of the teen years, the strange subversion of ice cream trucks, and the horror of always being one mistake away from ruin. Listen to ICE-CREAM: http://pod.link/1641978062 A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to...
2023-03-12
00 min
The First Episode Of
Human-B-Gon
Drew Frohman discusses his sci-fi comedy Human-B-Gon, fear of AI, reality TV as a showcase for insecurities, creating a sonic template, and finishing what you start.https://www.human-b-gon.com/A transcript of this episode is available here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Use my special link https://zen.ai/thefirstepisodeof1 to save 10% at wongopuzzles.com. The discount will be applied at checkout!W...
2023-02-26
30 min
The First Episode Of
Human-B-Gon
Drew Frohman discusses his sci-fi comedy Human-B-Gon, fear of AI, reality TV as a showcase for insecurities, creating a sonic template, and finishing what you start. https://www.human-b-gon.com/ A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com We're a pa...
2023-02-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
Strange Air
Tony Martinez and Michael P. Greco discuss their paranormal mystery Strange Air, the fallacy of the "likeable" character, crafting a mystery, faith, belief and loss, and writing to feed your soul.https://www.strangeairpodcast.com/ Transcript available here.Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.Use my special link https://zen.ai/thefirstepisodeof1 to save 10% at wongo...
2023-02-12
34 min
The First Episode Of
Strange Air
Tony Martinez and Michael P. Greco discuss their paranormal mystery Strange Air, the fallacy of the "likeable" character, crafting a mystery, faith, belief and loss, and writing to feed your soul. https://www.strangeairpodcast.com/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com We're a part...
2023-02-12
00 min
The Book of Constellations
BONUS: Emet
Bonus Content: Emet from the 2022 Phonic Fiction Fest. Produced as part of the original audio drama festival Phonic Fiction Fest, Emet was written, recorded, and produced in just 48 hours. It won numerous awards by the voters in the festival, including top prizes in Story, Acting, Original Music, the Horror-Fantasy category, and was voted Best Overall out of all 25 entries. A transcript can be found here. Content Warnings: Fantasy horror, death & suicide, loud noises, references to blood, disease, and cultural oppression. Credits Producer, Editor, Sound Designer: H.M. Radcliff of Packh...
2022-10-31
21 min
The First Episode Of
50th Episode Special: The Book of Constellations
For the 50th episode special, host W. Keith Tims becomes the interviewee with guest host Kris Kaiyala, as they discuss a year of podcasting, The Book of Constellations, music as mood, training your brain to write, and writing with empathy and authenticity. The Book of Constellations is available on most major podcast platforms or from http://bookofconstellations.com Listen to Kris Kaiyala's Dirt - An Audio Drama on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.dirtaudiodrama.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License....
2022-08-28
46 min
The First Episode Of
50th Episode Special: The Book of Constellations
For the 50th episode special, host W. Keith Tims becomes the interviewee with guest host Kris Kaiyala, as they discuss a year of podcasting, The Book of Constellations, music as mood, training your brain to write, and writing with empathy and authenticity. The Book of Constellations is available on most major podcast platforms or from http://bookofconstellations.com Listen to Kris Kaiyala's Dirt - An Audio Drama on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.dirtaudiodrama.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License....
2022-08-28
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Patron Saint of Suicides
Creator Alex Dolan and Producer Vince Dajani talk about their crime thriller The Patron Saint of Suicides, adapting a novel to audio drama, using contrasts to create tension, fiction as a tool to tackle difficult subjects, and why you shouldn't write "likable" characters. Listen to The Patron Saint of Suicides on most major podcast platforms or from https://www.suicidesaints.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a g...
2022-08-21
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Patron Saint of Suicides
Creator Alex Dolan and Producer Vince Dajani talk about their crime thriller The Patron Saint of Suicides, adapting a novel to audio drama, using contrasts to create tension, fiction as a tool to tackle difficult subjects, and why you shouldn't write "likable" characters. Listen to The Patron Saint of Suicides on most major podcast platforms or from https://www.suicidesaints.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a g...
2022-08-21
32 min
The First Episode Of
The Mistholme Museum
Dom Guilfoyle talks about their supernatural anthology The Mistholme Museum of Mystery, Morbidity, and Mortality, working with the That's Not Canon podcast collective, developing a show based on your limitations, wrestling with imposter syndrome, and finding a balanced ending. Listen to The Mistholme Museum of Mystery, Morbidity, and Mortality on most major podcast platforms, or from https://thatsnotcanon.com/themistholmemuseum The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a gue...
2022-08-14
30 min
The First Episode Of
The Mistholme Museum
Dom Guilfoyle talks about their supernatural anthology The Mistholme Museum of Mystery, Morbidity, and Mortality, working with the That's Not Canon podcast collective, developing a show based on your limitations, wrestling with imposter syndrome, and finding a balanced ending. Listen to The Mistholme Museum of Mystery, Morbidity, and Mortality on most major podcast platforms, or from https://thatsnotcanon.com/themistholmemuseum The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a gue...
2022-08-14
00 min
The First Episode Of
Echoes (in) Between
Jessica Berson discusses her metaphysical drama Echoes (in) Between, generational trauma, throwing wrenches into the narrative, midlife crossroads, and why writing friends is more interesting than writing romance. You can listen to Echoes (in) Between on most major podcast platforms, or from https://echoesinbetween.podbean.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com
2022-08-07
33 min
The First Episode Of
Echoes (in) Between
Jessica Berson discusses her metaphysical drama Echoes (in) Between, generational trauma, throwing wrenches into the narrative, midlife crossroads, and why writing friends is more interesting than writing romance. You can listen to Echoes (in) Between on most major podcast platforms, or from https://echoesinbetween.podbean.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com
2022-08-07
00 min
The First Episode Of
TEASER: "Hiding Day" from The Love Talker
The creators of The First Episode Of & The Book of Constellations and Delivery are creating a new audio drama: The Love Talker, now in production. We're excited to bring you a short teaser, "Hiding Day." The Love Talker is a folk horror audio drama that launches in 2022. Visit thelovetalker.com for more information. Follow us: Twitter: @lovetalkerpod Instagram: @the_love_talker Facebook: @lovetalkerpod Somewhere on the borders between Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in the most remote parts of the Appalachians, girls have gone missing for decades. When a young woman jo...
2022-08-02
03 min
The First Episode Of
TEASER: "Hiding Day" from The Love Talker
The creators of The First Episode Of & The Book of Constellations and Delivery are creating a new audio drama: The Love Talker, now in production. We're excited to bring you a short teaser, "Hiding Day." The Love Talker is a folk horror audio drama that launches in 2022. Visit thelovetalker.com for more information. Follow us: Twitter: @lovetalkerpod Instagram: @the_love_talker Facebook: @lovetalkerpod Somewhere on the borders between Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in the most remote parts of the Appalachians, girls have gone missing for decades. When a young woman jo...
2022-08-02
00 min
The Book of Constellations
TEASER: "Hiding Day" from The Love Talker
The creators of The Book of Constellations and Delivery are creating a new audio drama: The Love Talker, now in production. We're excited to bring you a short teaser, "Hiding Day." The Love Talker is a folk horror audio drama that launches in 2022. Visit thelovetalker.com for more information. Follow us: Twitter: @lovetalkerpod Instagram: @the_love_talker Facebook: @lovetalkerpod Somewhere on the borders between Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in the most remote parts of the Appalachians, girls have gone missing for decades. When a young woman journeys there to the isol...
2022-08-02
03 min
The First Episode Of
Rapture 518
Sarah Penn discusses her psychological horror show Rapture 518, the stigma of mental illness, doctors as authority figures, struggling past performance anxiety, and why people are more complex than the undead. You can listen to Rapture 518 on most major podcast platforms or from https://redcircle.com/shows/rapture518 The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefi...
2022-07-31
32 min
The First Episode Of
Rapture 518
Sarah Penn discusses her psychological horror show Rapture 518, the stigma of mental illness, doctors as authority figures, struggling past performance anxiety, and why people are more complex than the undead. You can listen to Rapture 518 on most major podcast platforms or from https://redcircle.com/shows/rapture518 The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefi...
2022-07-31
00 min
The First Episode Of
Dragon Shanty
Noelle Rose and Laura Harmon discuss their fantasy bedtime story Dragon Shanty, the magic of oral history, healing from trauma, tabletop roleplaying, and living your own testimony. You can listen to Dragon Shanty on most major podcast platforms, or from: https://www.dragonshanty.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Ch...
2022-07-24
32 min
The First Episode Of
Dragon Shanty
Noelle Rose and Laura Harmon discuss their fantasy bedtime story Dragon Shanty, the magic of oral history, healing from trauma, tabletop roleplaying, and living your own testimony. You can listen to Dragon Shanty on most major podcast platforms, or from: https://www.dragonshanty.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Ch...
2022-07-24
00 min
The First Episode Of
Solar
Jenny Curtis and Chris Porter discuss their sci-fi show Solar, getting good performances by recording whole scenes, trauma and isolation, balancing commercial and artistic concerns, and giving the characters room to speak. You can listen to Solar on most major podcast platforms or from https://www.solarthepodcast.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-07-17
32 min
The First Episode Of
Solar
Jenny Curtis and Chris Porter discuss their sci-fi show Solar, getting good performances by recording whole scenes, trauma and isolation, balancing commercial and artistic concerns, and giving the characters room to speak. You can listen to Solar on most major podcast platforms or from https://www.solarthepodcast.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-07-17
00 min
The First Episode Of
Dead Meat Pete
Chris Gervais talks about his adventure horror Dead Meat Pete, growing up in the Spielberg generation, horror stories as tools to deal with fear, using tropes to connect the author to the audience, and art as a means of agency. Listen to Dead Meat Pete on most major podcast platforms, or visit https://www.deadmeatpete.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or...
2022-07-10
32 min
The First Episode Of
Dead Meat Pete
Chris Gervais talks about his adventure horror Dead Meat Pete, growing up in the Spielberg generation, horror stories as tools to deal with fear, using tropes to connect the author to the audience, and art as a means of agency. Listen to Dead Meat Pete on most major podcast platforms, or visit https://www.deadmeatpete.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply to be a guest on the show, or...
2022-07-10
00 min
The First Episode Of
Proteus
Joshua Bawden and Fletcher Legg of Short Tale Sounds discuss their sci-fi submarine story Proteus, their love of action-adventure movies, working through lockdown, immersive sound design, and the nature of originality. To listen to Proteus, search for "Short Tale Sounds" on your favorite podcast apps, or from https://www.instagram.com/short_tale_sounds/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sig...
2022-07-03
31 min
The First Episode Of
Proteus
Joshua Bawden and Fletcher Legg of Short Tale Sounds discuss their sci-fi submarine story Proteus, their love of action-adventure movies, working through lockdown, immersive sound design, and the nature of originality. To listen to Proteus, search for "Short Tale Sounds" on your favorite podcast apps, or from https://www.instagram.com/short_tale_sounds/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sig...
2022-07-03
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Dragoning
Emily Rainbow Davis talks about her speculative-fiction story The Dragoning, mixing myth and modernity, the Kavanaugh hearings, rage and fear, and setting the table for art. Listen to The Dragoning on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.messengertheatreco.org/dragoning-listen The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Check out ...
2022-06-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Dragoning
Emily Rainbow Davis talks about her speculative-fiction story The Dragoning, mixing myth and modernity, the Kavanaugh hearings, rage and fear, and setting the table for art. Listen to The Dragoning on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.messengertheatreco.org/dragoning-listen The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Check out ...
2022-06-26
31 min
The First Episode Of
Once Upon a Wasteland
Brad Williams discusses his post-apocalypse romance Once Upon a Wasteland, the Fallout video game franchise, writing a story within an existing IP, Queer romance, art as means to move audiences, and struggling with self-doubt. You can listen to Once Upon a Wasteland on most major podcast platforms, or from https://onceuponawasteland.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for...
2022-06-19
32 min
The First Episode Of
Once Upon a Wasteland
Brad Williams discusses his post-apocalypse romance Once Upon a Wasteland, the Fallout video game franchise, writing a story within an existing IP, Queer romance, art as means to move audiences, and struggling with self-doubt. You can listen to Once Upon a Wasteland on most major podcast platforms, or from https://onceuponawasteland.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for...
2022-06-19
00 min
The First Episode Of
Neon Shadows
Ian Knowles talks about his supernatural Noir show Neon Shadows, tropes and misdirection, using narration to create empathy, gritty action in audio, and the importance of failure. You can listen to Neon Shadows on most major podcast platforms or from: https://www.neonshadowspod.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Ch...
2022-06-12
00 min
The First Episode Of
Neon Shadows
Ian Knowles talks about his supernatural Noir show Neon Shadows, tropes and misdirection, using narration to create empathy, gritty action in audio, and the importance of failure. You can listen to Neon Shadows on most major podcast platforms or from: https://www.neonshadowspod.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Ch...
2022-06-12
31 min
The First Episode Of
Saturn's Return
Chance Muehleck talks about his neo-gothic fable Saturn's Return, form vs. content, what makes a good monologue, adapting a play for audio, and finding the right container for his ideas. You can listen to Saturn's Return on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.nervetank.com/saturns-return-ad The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-06-05
00 min
The First Episode Of
Saturn's Return
Chance Muehleck talks about his neo-gothic fable Saturn's Return, form vs. content, what makes a good monologue, adapting a play for audio, and finding the right container for his ideas. You can listen to Saturn's Return on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.nervetank.com/saturns-return-ad The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-06-05
29 min
The First Episode Of
Chaika
Karin Heimdahl, the creator of Y2K, talks about her new audio drama Chaika, sci-fi as a magnifier of human experience, finding connection out of loneliness, language-based artificial intelligence, and the importance of planning. Listen to Chaika on most major podcast platforms, or from https://y2kpod.com/chaika/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, vi...
2022-05-29
00 min
The First Episode Of
Chaika
Karin Heimdahl, the creator of Y2K, talks about her new audio drama Chaika, sci-fi as a magnifier of human experience, finding connection out of loneliness, language-based artificial intelligence, and the importance of planning. Listen to Chaika on most major podcast platforms, or from https://y2kpod.com/chaika/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, vi...
2022-05-29
31 min
The First Episode Of
The Call of the Void
Josie & Michael Herman discuss their sci-fi horror The Call of the Void, the secrets of dialog writing, remastering old episodes, what makes something scary, and the factors that help make an audio drama a success. You can listen to The Call of the Void on most major podcast platforms, or visit https://www.acornartsandentertainment.com/thevoid The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or...
2022-05-22
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Call of the Void
Josie & Michael Herman discuss their sci-fi horror The Call of the Void, the secrets of dialog writing, remastering old episodes, what makes something scary, and the factors that help make an audio drama a success. You can listen to The Call of the Void on most major podcast platforms, or visit https://www.acornartsandentertainment.com/thevoid The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or...
2022-05-22
33 min
The First Episode Of
Absolutely No Adventures
Destiny Howell talks about her comic fantasy Absolutely No Adventures, writing for what you can produce, her strong opinions on fantasy tropes, telling a familiar story "a little to the left," and her crusade to let Black kids go to Narnia. You can listen to Absolutely No Adventures on most major podcast platforms, or from https://noadventurespod.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the...
2022-05-15
00 min
The First Episode Of
Absolutely No Adventures
Destiny Howell talks about her comic fantasy Absolutely No Adventures, writing for what you can produce, her strong opinions on fantasy tropes, telling a familiar story "a little to the left," and her crusade to let Black kids go to Narnia. You can listen to Absolutely No Adventures on most major podcast platforms, or from https://noadventurespod.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the...
2022-05-15
31 min
The First Episode Of
Poetic Earthlings
York Campbell talks about his sci-fi storytelling show Poetic Earthlings, drawing inspiration from everyday life, Art Bell and Joe Frank, not selling out, and deleting four hundred episodes and starting over. You can listen to Poetic Earthlings on most major podcast platforms, or from http://poeticearthlings.com The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefir...
2022-05-08
00 min
The First Episode Of
Poetic Earthlings
York Campbell talks about his sci-fi storytelling show Poetic Earthlings, drawing inspiration from everyday life, Art Bell and Joe Frank, not selling out, and deleting four hundred episodes and starting over. You can listen to Poetic Earthlings on most major podcast platforms, or from http://poeticearthlings.com The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefir...
2022-05-08
31 min
The First Episode Of
The Chronicles of Wild Hollow
Christian Powlesland, Harvey Badger, and Angus Maxwell of Shouting Is Funny discuss their fantasy musical The Chronicles of Wild Hollow, the strength in collaboration, the need to create even in COVID times, using familiar story structure to introduce an audience to the world, and the challenges of writing musicals. You can listen to The Chronicles of Wild Hollow on most major podcast platforms, or at https://www.shoutingisfunny.com/thechroniclesofwildhollow. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com....
2022-05-01
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Chronicles of Wild Hollow
Christian Powlesland, Harvey Badger, and Angus Maxwell of Shouting Is Funny discuss their fantasy musical The Chronicles of Wild Hollow, the strength in collaboration, the need to create even in COVID times, using familiar story structure to introduce an audience to the world, and the challenges of writing musicals. You can listen to The Chronicles of Wild Hollow on most major podcast platforms, or at https://www.shoutingisfunny.com/thechroniclesofwildhollow. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com....
2022-05-01
32 min
The First Episode Of
PodCube™
The creators of the sketch comedy audio fiction show PodCube™, Jordan Reed, Tucker Betez, and Mason Amadeus, talk about what's funny, committing to sound design, improvisation, and finding creative freedom with the right frame. You can listen to PodCube™ on most major podcast platforms or from https://pod.link/podcube The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newslet...
2022-04-24
33 min
The First Episode Of
PodCube™
The creators of the sketch comedy audio fiction show PodCube™, Jordan Reed, Tucker Betez, and Mason Amadeus, talk about what's funny, committing to sound design, improvisation, and finding creative freedom with the right frame. You can listen to PodCube™ on most major podcast platforms or from https://pod.link/podcube The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newslet...
2022-04-24
00 min
In Bed By 9
Interview With W. Keith Tims
Contact and check out W. Keith Tims' work at:Twitter: @wkeithtims @bookofcon @firstepisodeof @lovetalkerpodHis podcasts "The Book of Constellations" and "The First Episode of" can be found on major podcast platforms.Follow both Alex and Jeremy on Twitter for updates and feel free to interact with us. We are both very responsive and love feedback, so hit us up! The Facebook page is a great way to continue the discussion!Alex: @DTutor01 Jeremy: @jeremycunnings1In Bed By 9: @InBedBy9PodcastFacebook community page: https://www.facebook.com/InBedBy9...
2022-04-20
57 min
The First Episode Of
Under the Electric Stars
Eli Ramos talks about their cyberpunk show Under the Electric Stars, the inclusive mission of the Aster Podcasting Network, action scenes in audio drama, techno-Orientalism, and why cyberpunk is great for exploring themes of identity. Listen to Under the Electric Stars on most major podcast platforms, or from https://undertheelectricstars.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our...
2022-04-17
31 min
The First Episode Of
Under the Electric Stars
Eli Ramos talks about their cyberpunk show Under the Electric Stars, the inclusive mission of the Aster Podcasting Network, action scenes in audio drama, techno-Orientalism, and why cyberpunk is great for exploring themes of identity. Listen to Under the Electric Stars on most major podcast platforms, or from https://undertheelectricstars.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our...
2022-04-17
31 min
The First Episode Of
Breathing Space, Fading Frontier
Lee Seguinte and Scott Paladin discuss their anthology sci-fi Western Breathing Space, Fading Frontier, the urge to create, reframing the Western, shared worldbuilding, making a culture of collaboration, and tortured acronyms. Listen to Breathing Space, Fading Frontier on most major podcast platforms, or from https://breathingspace.lawofnames.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-04-10
00 min
The First Episode Of
Breathing Space, Fading Frontier
Lee Seguinte and Scott Paladin discuss their anthology sci-fi Western Breathing Space, Fading Frontier, the urge to create, reframing the Western, shared worldbuilding, making a culture of collaboration, and tortured acronyms. Listen to Breathing Space, Fading Frontier on most major podcast platforms, or from https://breathingspace.lawofnames.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http...
2022-04-10
30 min
The First Episode Of
The Dex Legacy
Writer Emily Inkpen and Producer Chris Gregory talk about their grimdark political sci-fi The Dex Legacy, war as a business, managing worldbuilding, the power of sci-fi, and our love for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. You can listen to The Dex Legacy on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.thedexlegacy.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign...
2022-04-03
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Dex Legacy
Writer Emily Inkpen and Producer Chris Gregory talk about their grimdark political sci-fi The Dex Legacy, war as a business, managing worldbuilding, the power of sci-fi, and our love for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. You can listen to The Dex Legacy on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.thedexlegacy.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign...
2022-04-03
30 min
The First Episode Of
Tapes From Beyond
Andy Thierfelder discusses his psychological horror Tapes From Beyond, interacting with the audience through ARGs, giving characters high stakes, video vs. audio podcasting, and writing stories that get under your skin. You can listen to Tapes From Beyond on most major podcast platforms, or from https://tapesfrombeyond.buzzsprout.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up for our newsletter, visit ...
2022-03-27
00 min
The First Episode Of
Tapes From Beyond
Andy Thierfelder discusses his psychological horror Tapes From Beyond, interacting with the audience through ARGs, giving characters high stakes, video vs. audio podcasting, and writing stories that get under your skin.You can listen to Tapes From Beyond on most major podcast platforms, or from https://tapesfrombeyond.buzzsprout.com/You can read a transcript of this interview here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.For more information, to apply about being a guest...
2022-03-27
30 min
The First Episode Of
Wandering with the Dead
Cody Signore talks about his horror western Wandering with the Dead, the trap of perfectionism, being honest with difficult subject matter, creating emotion through music, and learning how to use the audio drama medium. You can listen to Wandering with the Dead on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.wanderingwiththedead.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information, to apply about being a guest on the show, or to sign up...
2022-03-20
00 min
The First Episode Of
Wandering with the Dead
Cody Signore talks about his horror western Wandering with the Dead, the trap of perfectionism, being honest with difficult subject matter, creating emotion through music, and learning how to use the audio drama medium.You can listen to Wandering with the Dead on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.wanderingwiththedead.com/You can read a transcript of this episode here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.For more information, to app...
2022-03-20
31 min
The First Episode Of
Triple Six
Sean Patrick Bridges discusses his thriller Triple Six, writing consistently and amassing material, dealing with the frustrations of Hollywood, the trap of Las Vegas, and audio drama as the new indie film scene. Triple Six is available on most major podcast platforms, or directly from https://triple-six.simplecast.com/. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Check out The Book...
2022-03-13
00 min
The First Episode Of
Triple Six
Sean Patrick Bridges discusses his thriller Triple Six, writing consistently and amassing material, dealing with the frustrations of Hollywood, the trap of Las Vegas, and audio drama as the new indie film scene.Triple Six is available on most major podcast platforms, or directly from https://triple-six.simplecast.com/.You can read a transcript of this interview here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.For more information and to sign up for our...
2022-03-13
30 min
The First Episode Of
Out of the Ashes
Vincent C. Davis, the creator of the epic horror/fantasy Out of the Ashes, discusses finding the grain of truth in mythology, managing epic storylines, growing as a storyteller, getting a grant, and dreams as inspiration.Listen to Out of the Ashes on most major podcast platforms, or find it at https://www.outoftheashespodcast.com/You can find a transcript of this program here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com.For more inf...
2022-03-06
29 min
The First Episode Of
Out of the Ashes
Vincent C. Davis, the creator of the epic horror/fantasy Out of the Ashes, discusses finding the grain of truth in mythology, managing epic storylines, growing as a storyteller, getting a grant, and dreams as inspiration. Listen to Out of the Ashes on most major podcast platforms, or find it at https://www.outoftheashespodcast.com/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com
2022-03-06
00 min
The First Episode Of
19 Nocturne Boulevard
Julie Hoverson, the creator of the horror/sci-fi anthology 19 Nocturne Boulevard, talks about the audio drama scene in 2008, the challenges of marketing, the freedom of anthology writing, her A.D. Infinitum project, and the importance of paying your mixer.Listen to 19 Nocturne Boulevard on most major podcast platforms, or find it at http://www.19nocturneboulevard.net/A transcript of this episode is available here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://the...
2022-02-27
31 min
The First Episode Of
19 Nocturne Boulevard
Julie Hoverson, the creator of the horror/sci-fi anthology 19 Nocturne Boulevard, talks about the audio drama scene in 2008, the challenges of marketing, the freedom of anthology writing, her A.D. Infinitum project, and the importance of paying your mixer. Listen to 19 Nocturne Boulevard on most major podcast platforms, or find it at http://www.19nocturneboulevard.net/ The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gma...
2022-02-27
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Transposition of Chloë Brontë
William J. Meyer talks about his lo-fi sci-fi (sorta) rom-com The Transposition of Chloë Brontë, his experience with sleep paralysis, themes of disconnection, the tension of unreliable narration, the importance of curiosity, and putting "the weird thing" into a story.You can listen to The Transposition of Chloë Brontë on most major podcast platforms or from https://chloebronte.carrd.co/.Read a transcript of this episode here.The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License.For more information and to sign up for our newsle...
2022-02-20
30 min
The First Episode Of
The Transposition of Chloë Brontë
William J. Meyer talks about his lo-fi sci-fi (sorta) rom-com The Transposition of Chloë Brontë, his experience with sleep paralysis, themes of disconnection, the tension of unreliable narration, the importance of curiosity, and putting "the weird thing" into a story. You can listen to The Transposition of Chloë Brontë on most major podcast platforms or from https://chloebronte.carrd.co/. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the sho...
2022-02-20
00 min
The First Episode Of
Dirt - An Audio Drama
Kris Kaiyala talks about his mystery story Dirt - An Audio Drama, the importance of family, the details that make characters relatable, imposter syndrome, and agonizing over the beginning of his show. You can listen to Dirt - An Audio Drama on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.dirtaudiodrama.com/You can find a transcript of this show
2022-02-13
00 min
The First Episode Of
Care and Feeding of Werewolves
Brenna Anderson-Dowd and Frederick Elmore talk about their modern fantasy Care and Feeding of Werewolves, stockpiling ideas to combat writer's block, drawing from folklore in a modern setting, issues with mental health care systems, and casting cockatiels. You can find Care and Feeding of Werewolves on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.podpage.com/care-feeding-of-werewolves/ You can read a transcript of this program at this link. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our n...
2022-02-06
00 min
The First Episode Of
InCo
ItMe!, the creator of the one-person sci-fi drama InCo, talks about self-discovery through podcasting, black representation in sci-fi/fantasy, writing a character's voice, and why she's not fond of sci-fi. You can listen to InCo on most major podcast platforms, or visit https://www.incopodcast.com/ You can read a transcript of this program here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheF...
2022-01-30
00 min
The First Episode Of
InSpectre
Ed Bachta, writer, producer, and sole performer of the paranormal comedy InSpectre talks about restarting the show after an unplanned hiatus, jokes for jokes’ sake, finding a personal writing style, getting ideas onto the page, and puns. Listen to InSpectre on most major podcast platforms or at https://pnc.st/s/inspectre A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write...
2022-01-23
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Attic Monologues
Writer and producer Morgan Greensmith discusses their queer urban fantasy-horror The Attic Monologues, their love of the Classics, connecting to the audience through slice-of-life, the Exeter University Podcast Society, and pacing the narrative in podcasts. The Attic Monologues can be found on most major podcast platforms, or at https://www.theatticmonologues.co.uk/ A transcript of this show can be found here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com ...
2022-01-16
00 min
The First Episode Of
Omen
The writer and director of the epic fantasy Omen, Tim Krause, discusses turning his tabletop role-playing game into an audio drama, the challenges of doing without a narrator, writing fantasy dialog, collaborating with his partner Sarah Rhea Werner, and setting realistic expectations. Omen: A Fantasy Audio Drama can be found on most major podcast platforms, or at https://omencast.com/ Sarah Werner's Podcast Roadmap: https://podcoach.lpages.co/your-printable-podcast-roadmap/ A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 Licen...
2022-01-09
00 min
The First Episode Of
Ray Can't Sleep
The creator of the paranormal docudrama-comedy Ray Can't Sleep Steven Honeycutt talks about working as a Hollywood extra, his love of parody, writing clear character arcs, surprising your audience, and trying to see past the download numbers. Ray Can't Sleep can be found on most major podcast platforms, or at http://raycantsleep.com/ A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Writ...
2021-12-28
00 min
The First Episode Of
I Love Lucifer
Susie Singer Carter talks about the scream-queen horror comedy I Love Lucifer, her career in Hollywood, her work within the Alzheimer's community, improv for writers, ageism and sexism, and being true to your own voice. You can listen to I Love Lucifer on most major podcast platforms, or at https://www.iloveluciferpodcast.com/ A transcript of this interview is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information, visit our homepage: http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at The...
2021-12-19
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Secrets of Harridge House
The producers of the family dynasty horror drama The Secrets of Harridge House Scott Young and Joe Bly discuss producing community-driven radio theatre for KNVC, prime-time soap operas of the 60s and 70s, Dark Shadows, managing to record a cast of over twenty actors remotely, and the lengths one goes to find the right sound effects. The Secrets of Harridge House can be found on most major podcast platforms, or at https://secretsofharridgehouse.com/ A transcript of this episode is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used u...
2021-12-12
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Stench of Adventure
Alex Kingsley talks about their sci-fi satire The Stench of Adventure, the challenges of comedy, nihilism and absurdism, the inclusive philosophy of their media and game company Strong Branch Productions, dealing with rejection, and betraying theatre every day. The Stench of Adventure can be found on most major podcast platforms or at https://strongbranchproductions.com/podcasts/ A transcript of this show is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information, to sign up for our newsletter, or to apply to be...
2021-12-05
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Luchador: 1,000 Fights of El Fuego Fuerte
Daniel Valero Fletcher talks about his Lucha Libre drama The Luchador: 1,000 Fights of El Fuego Fuerte, reframing a visual medium for audio, his love of classic wrestling movies, the tension within heroic characters, and casting pro wrestlers on the show. The Luchador: 1,000 Fights of El Fuego Fuerte can be found on most major podcast platforms or at https://theluchadorpod.com. A transcript is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to join our mailing list, visit: http://thefirs...
2021-11-21
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Oracle of Dusk
Writer and performer M.J. Bailey discusses her drama The Oracle of Dusk, writing intensely personal work, the morality of psychics, her prolific reviews on Podchaser, and the mystery of why Australians don't like her show. The Oracle of Dusk can be found on most major podcast platforms or at https://www.oracleofdusk.online/. A transcript is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to...
2021-11-14
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Green Horizon
Creator Paul Walsh talks about his sci-fi comedy The Green Horizon, writing Irish themes and humor, casting friends and family, Galaxy Quest, Waterford pride, and the importance of pre-launch work. The Green Horizon can be found on most major podcast platforms or at https://www.faustiannonsense.com/the-green-horizon. A transcript is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com....
2021-11-07
00 min
The First Episode Of
RADIO: Outcast
Maria Fernanda Vidaurrazaga and JT Lachausse discuss their fantasy western RADIO: Outcast, outsiders in the Gilded Age, 80s music, Samurai Champloo, and how working together strengthened their friendship. You can find RADIO: Outcast on most major podcast platforms, or at https://www.radiooutcast.com/ A transcript is available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to sign up for our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. Check...
2021-10-31
00 min
The First Episode Of
Where The Stars Fell
Newton Schottelkotte talks about their mystery adventure Where The Stars Fell, writing and sound designing for characters with disabilities, what audio drama pilots live and die by, Gravity Falls, and managing their work/life balance. Where The Stars Fell can be heard on most major podcast platforms, or at https://wherethestarsfell.carrd.co/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. Sign up for our mailing list and get more information at http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at T...
2021-10-24
00 min
The First Episode Of
Madison on the Air
Chrisi Talyn Saje talks about her radio-riff comedy Madison on the Air, her love of Old Time Radio, two-way social commentary, theatre of the mind, Mystery Science Theatre 3000, and the challenges of marketing. Madison on the Air can be heard on most major podcast platforms, or at http://www.madisonontheair.com/ Transcript available here. For more information and to sign up for our newsletter, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Email the show: thefirstepisodeof@gmail.com The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License....
2021-10-17
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Lavender Tavern
Writer Johnathan Cohen discusses his anthology of original gay fairy tales, writing morality from new perspectives, working with indie network Faustian Nonsense, and undergoing major surgery as a source of inspiration. The Lavender Tavern can be found on most major podcast platforms or at https://www.faustiannonsense.com/lavendertavern/. Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. C...
2021-10-10
00 min
The First Episode Of
Omega Star 7
Skyler Giordano discusses his improvised sci-fi show with RPG roots Omega Star 7, his influences such as Taika Waititi and George Lucas, nostalgia for the 80s, struggling with ADHD, and transitioning from an Actual Play podcast to an audio drama. Find Omega Star 7 on most major podcast platforms, or at https://omegastar7.podbean.com/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFir...
2021-10-03
00 min
The First Episode Of
Wake of Corrosion
Creator Shaun Pellington discusses his horror podcast Wake of Corrosion, working with his brother, writing for found footage, trying not to make noise when recording, and the importance of feedback. Find Wake of Corrosion on most major podcast platforms, or at https://wakeofcorrosion.carrd.co/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. Check out The Book...
2021-09-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
The Milkman of St. Gaff's
The writer, producer, and director of the "Lovecraft meets Mayberry" show The Milkman of St. Gaff's, Christopher Scott McClure, discusses his show, on being a professional writer, creating a character that is both sympathetic and questionable, and working with the Rusty Quill network. Find The Milkman of St. Gaff's on most major podcast platforms, or at https://howiemilkman.com/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com ...
2021-09-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
Solar Postal Services
Cornell student Emily Grigg talks about her queer scifi show Solar Postal Services, finding creativity where you can, mic check phrases, and the importance of representation. Find Solar Postal Services on most major podcast platforms, or at http://solarpostalservices.com/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License. For more information and to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to the show at TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com. Check out The Book of Constellations, too!
2021-09-26
00 min
The First Episode Of
Zed 1
Husband and wife team Aaron and Katie Huggett talk about their zombie apocalypse romantic comedy Zed 1, calling out neighbors in the show, their feelings on marriage, on supporting the indie audio drama community, and the inspiration for their show (which wasn't COVID, actually). Find Zed 1 on most major podcast platforms, or at https://zed1podcast.weebly.com/ Transcript available here. The theme music is "Mockingbird (Instrumental Version)" by David Mumford, used under a CC-BY 4.0 License). For more information and to join our mailing list, visit http://thefirstepisodeof.com Write to...
2021-09-26
00 min