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Civilized

Fable and Folly Productionscivilizedpod.com

An improvised dark comedy sci-fi podcast by the award-winning creators of Alba Salix. Humanity’s final hope lies in terraforming a new world. A fleet of engineering ships are sent in advance of the colony ships sure to follow in their wake. But one lone ship becomes separated from the fleet and crashes onto an alien planet.

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Episodes

506: Garmbo

While Robert, Beatrice, Bert-A and the Captain recover from their experimental memory merge, the Bartys embark on yet another dangerous project. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: Confinement, death and dismemberment, food safety violations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice ...

Oct 04, 202323 minEp. 6

505: Experience

Robert, Beatrice and the Captain use the pod system to delve into one another's stored memories; meanwhile, Barty discovers himself. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Dialogue editing: Marcus Grant Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: Trauma, disaster, mass murder, child endangerment, awkward parties, awkward sex things. See Privacy Policy at https://art...

Aug 23, 202321 minEp. 6

504: Evidence

Bert-A tries a new tactic to get to the truth. Al and Barty find out more about the mysterious Mel. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Dialogue editing: Marcus Grant Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: murder? trauma and bereavement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

Aug 09, 202319 minEp. 4

503: Judge, with Ryan LaPlante

The trial is on – and the participants are having trouble staying cool. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Special guest: Ryan LaPlante Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: Murder, subterfuge, and body horror. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 28, 202317 minEp. 3

502: Baby, with Ryan LaPlante

With a legal battle looming, the crew need an impartial judge. Meanwhile, Barty and Al continue their search for Beatrix – but meet a new friend instead. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Special guest: Ryan LaPlante Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: confinement, privacy violations, sex scandals, legalese. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

Jun 14, 202321 minEp. 2

501: Tape

Bartholomew takes a walk while Robert and the Captain try to decide what to do about Beatrice. Starring: Tyra Banda, Kristi Boulton, Michael Divinski, Phil Johnston and Sean Howard. Sound design and music: Eli Hamada McIlveen Cover art: David Demaret Announcers: Marisa King and Michael Howie Content warning: confinement, trauma. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 31, 202327 minEp. 1

Season 5 begins May 31!

CIVILIZED RETURNS for Season 5 on May 31st. Get ready. Starring Kristi Boulton, Phil Johnston, Michael Divinski, Sean Howard and Tyra Banda, plus special guests! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 16, 20232 minEp. 1

The Seed, with Carter Siddall

The crew meet a sentient plant with a sad story. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guest: Carter Siddall Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Unwanted advances. Also, murder. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 12, 202317 minEp. 6

Tastes Like Armageddon, with Carter Siddall

A sentient ball of energy brings bad news for the crew. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guest: Carter Siddall Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: War, death, murder, suicide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 05, 202323 minEp. 6

Presenting: Intra Quest

We've got two more live episodes coming up, and after that, Season 5 of Civilized begins at the end of April! This week, though, we are bringing you an episode of a show we think you're going to really enjoy: Intra Quest. Intra Quest – Episode 1: Pilot Aether and Sirius, partners on a mission, meet Logo, who attempts to recruit them for a new quest on behalf of The Agency. The three work together to complete the current mission. Intra Quest – Created by Michael Freiberg A production of iHeartRad...

Feb 26, 202342 minEp. 6

Fifty, with Jonathan Sconza

The crew meet a game hunter with a fixation on a certain figure. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guest: Jonathan Sconza Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: guns, murders, bereavement, doom, tentacles, coughing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Feb 19, 202325 minEp. 6

Aloysius, with Jonathan Sconza

Bob learns the consequences of not defrosting the fridge. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guest: Jonathan Sconza Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Confinement, death and bad parenting. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Feb 13, 202326 minEp. 6

Mocolate, with Brie Watson and Alan Belerique

The base gets a new food replicator. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guests: Brie Watson and Alan Belerique Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Murders, fire and vegan food. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 05, 202319 minEp. 6

Shipping, with Alan Belerique and Brie Watson

A courier arrives with a package, and Al-Beta is into it. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard and Phil Johnston Special guests: Alan Belerique and Brie Watson Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Confinement, mind control, murder, fire and cannibalism? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Jan 29, 202322 minEp. 6

Son of Stvmrtn, with Brie Watson – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

Beatrix has vanquished a fearsome enemy, but there's no time to relax. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Brie Watson Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Child endangerment, murdering, stabbing, drowning and chaos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

Jan 22, 202327 minEp. 6

Pancake, with Brie Watson – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

Beatrix's newest friend seems to be getting inside her head. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Brie Watson Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Murders and mind control. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...

Jan 11, 202321 minEp. 6

Manmoth, with Aaron Boyd – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

The unexpected arrival of another alien presence has the crew feeling very exposed. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Aaron Boyd Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Rose Usenica Content warning: Death, nudity, sneakiness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

Nov 06, 202222 minEp. 6

Glormok Caesar, with Aaron Boyd – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

Beatrix leads the crew on another hike– and into in another sticky situation. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Aaron Boyd Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Rose Usenica Content warning: Fire, goo, death and nudity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

Oct 30, 202219 minEp. 6

Lizard of Unusual Size, with Alan Belerique – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

The crew are having a big problem with Gerald's continuing presence, and things are getting weird. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Alan Belerique Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Captivity, colonialism, language, lewdness and stabbing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Oct 23, 202226 minEp. 6

Twenty Questions, with Alan Belerique – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

A thousand-year-old resident has the crew rethinking their mission. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Alan Belerique Live sound design: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Death, captivity, colonialism and short circuits. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Oct 16, 202220 minEp. 6

Sore Bones, with Hannah Gallant – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

A hapless doctor joins the crew – and brings back some trauma from the past. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Hannah Gallant Live sound: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Hypochondria, murder, death, mercy killing, death, dark medical humour and death. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Oct 09, 202224 minEp. 6

Braids, with Hannah Gallant – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

Things get hairy when an ancient alien presence invades the ship to procreate. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Hannah Gallant Live sound: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Drowning, death, body horror and body hair. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

Oct 02, 202221 minEp. 6

Proud Loser, with Michael Howie – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

The crew find themselves stuck with a new colleague. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Michael Howie Live sound: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Bodily harm and death. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Sep 25, 202221 minEp. 6

Gurgle Juniper, with Michael Howie – Live at the Hamilton Fringe

An encounter with the local flora leaves some of the crew bent out of shape. Recorded before a live audience at the Staircase Studio Theatre as part of the Hamilton Fringe Festival 2022. With: Kristi Boulton, Sean Howard, Michael Divinski and Phil Johnston Special guest: Michael Howie Live sound: Eli Hamada McIlveen Tech operator: Marc Nascimento Content warning: Bodily harm and death. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...

Sep 18, 202216 minEp. 6

Presenting: Jupiter Saloon

Hi everyone! Our live episodes, recorded right here at the Hamilton Fringe Festival, will start dropping here in a week's time (and Patreon and Fable & Folly Plus members can hear the first three episodes there already. Meanwhile, let us introduce you to a hilarious new sci-fi comedy called Jupiter Saloon ! Jupiter Saloon — A scripted sci-fi/comedy audio drama about a dive bar in space Jupiter Saloon is a bar sitting beneath the stormy atmosphere of Jupiter. It is a waypoint in the galaxy wh...

Sep 12, 202220 minEp. 6

Presenting: Broken Road

Hi everyone. We survived the Fringe! Which means we have some new live episodes of Civilized coming to you in the fall, before we start on recording Season 5. In the meantime, we want to introduce you to a brand new sci-fi audio drama that we really love: Broken Road . Broken Road, Episode 1: Some Chips You Don’t Cash In In a near and uncertain future, veteran Emmett Lee wanders the countryside in search of replacements for his obsolete military-issue implants. Despite his failing battery and co...

Aug 11, 202215 minEp. 6

Sneak Preview 2: Civilized Live at the Hamilton Fringe!

Just two more days until our first ever live show at the Hamilton Fringe Festival ! Here's another sneak preview from our first rehearsal. We hope you can join us! Be part of the show with audience suggestions, or just sit back and enjoy a brand new story every night. We'll be releasing the live episodes on Patreon as well as here on the podcast feed. With Phil Johnston, Michael Divinski, Sean Howard and Kristi Boulton Live sound design by Eli Hamada McIlveen Civilized: A Live Podcast Experience...

Jul 20, 20229 minEp. 6

Sneak Preview: Civilized Live at the Hamilton Fringe!

Hey there, space friends. If you haven't heard, we're performing this month at the Hamilton Fringe Festival – and this week, here's a sneak preview from our first rehearsal! Be part of the show with audience suggestions, or just sit back and enjoy a brand new story every night. We'll be releasing the live episodes on Patreon as well as here on the podcast feed. With Phil Johnston, Michael Divinski, Sean Howard and Kristi Boulton Live sound design by Eli Hamada McIlveen Civilized: A Live Podcast ...

Jul 08, 20226 minEp. 1

Join us for Civilized Live! July 22-31, 2022

Big news, space friends! (And before you ask: yes, Season 5 is coming too!) This time next month, we'll be performing live on stage, with special guests, at the Hamilton Fringe Festival ! Be part of the show with audience suggestions or just sit back and enjoy a brand new story every night. We'll be releasing the live episodes on Patreon as well as here on the podcast feed. Civilized: A Live Podcast Experience July 22–31, 2022 The Staircase Studio Theatre (aka the Main Stage) 27 Dundurn St. N., ...

Jun 23, 20222 minEp. 1

Presenting: Kakos Industries

Hey everyone! We're gearing up to record Season 5 (in an all-new studio!) but in the meantime, we have another dark comedy we think you'll love: Kakos Industries . Kakos Industries is an audio drama podcast about an evil megacorporation that specializes in helping you to Do Evil Better. Join CEO Corin Deeth III as he reads you your monthly shareholder announcements, keeping you apprised of all the advancements in Evil, and all of the bizarre occurrences from inside of the Kakos Industries facili...

Mar 16, 202238 minEp. 6
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