Show Notes for Facebook Announcement 🚨 Calling All Audio Creators: The 11th Hour Audio Challenge Is Here! Join us this October for the 11th Hour Audio Challenge , a yearly event by Aural Stage Studios that invites teams to craft original audio shows in just one month. It’s a thrilling exercise in creative pressure—and problem-solving under time constraints. UberDuo UberDuo What You Need to Know: When? Record and post-produce your show in October. The final deadline: 11 PM on October 28th . Uber...
Aug 11, 2025•2 min
Join us around the fire as we pour the last cup of wassail, slice into the king's cake, and round out the season's end with four tinsel-tangling stories to bring your holiday season to its end. The Christmas Prison Alone in the store at night with a job you hate what could possibly go wrong? The Christmas Prison by Tom Rory Parsons Chris Quinby as Noah Austin Mosher as The Elf Sarah Golding as Judy Owen McCuen as The Police Officer Written, directed, and score composed by Tom Rory Parsons Editin...
Dec 11, 2024•43 min•Ep. 57
Amidst the comforting scent of roasting turkey and the warmth of family gatherings lies a hidden darkness waiting to be unveiled. Join Us! as your host, Owen McCuen , guides you through a gripping narrative, where the idyllic Thanksgiving feast gives way to an unsettling ritual shrouded in mystery and terror. Check out some of Owen's other work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 11, 2024•6 min•Ep. 100
Another year over, Owen wraps up the challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•2 min
Investigative reporter and podcaster Wilhelmina Grimald reports on the disappearance of Rosalie Miller, a young woman who mysteriously disappeared a year ago in Lexington, Kentucky. But has Wilhelmina touched on a subject that is better left alone? Cast and Crew: Courtney Holly as Wilhelmina Grimald Owen McCuen as Emerald Prescott Karim Kronfli as Raymond Miller Serena Marie Smith as Beth Palamo Matthew Boudreau as Jacob Palamo Stef Howerton as Bunny Prescott Brad Oxnam as Kenneth Prescott Danny...
Oct 30, 2024•29 min
Observer Pictures producer Faith McQuinn talks about her experiences with 11th Hour Audio Challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•2 min
"Punching Out" by Jenni Stukin and Ruby Fink is a dark comedy that combines office humor with a zombie apocalypse twist, focusing on Rosie, a young woman excited for her last day at work before opening her dream pet bakery. Alongside her is Clea, a loyal friend harboring unspoken romantic feelings for Rosie. Just as the office begins planning Rosie’s farewell, a radio broadcast announces an alarming zombie outbreak. The quirky office crew—optimistic pacifist Atlas, sarcastic and gruff Melby, bol...
Oct 30, 2024•30 min
On the night of November 3rd 1924, two men visit an old friend recently returned from Europe. But neither could be prepared for the madness that lurks just below the surface. Castandcrew: Written and Produced by Daniel Huras Starring: Karim Kronfli as Professor Vernon Carter Jacob the Bear from Big Bear Radio as Henry Blanchard Daniel Huras from The Beat of Bale Wings Podcast as James Gibson Music Provided by Michael Parkhurst of the Arkham Horrors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Oct 30, 2024•24 min
Counterbalance's Kessir Riliniki explains why you should participate and listen to 11th Hour Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•2 min
Have you ever heard the urban legend that says that people eat spiders in their sleep? Turns out it's true. Written and performed by Owen McCuen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•6 min
When two girls go missing inside a gated community. The detectives investigating their disappearance learn it is connected to the impending blood moon. Written By Antonio Ferrara Audio Production and Sound Design by Jim Cogan Additional sound effects and incidental music licensed from Envato Elements Cast Chrisi Talyn Saje as detective Waller Shane Phillips as detective Jacobs Brock Overbay as Reggorath Kassandra Rabinovitz as Gail Val Cheah as Amy B L Galaxy, Crisco Alpha, Brandon Gamblin, John...
Oct 30, 2024•27 min
George and William are back, this time trying to celebrate Halloween, but will it be a fun night or a scary one? Karim Kronfli as George https://www.dramaticvoice.co.uk/home Richard Ashwell as William Jo Ashe as June https://joashe.uk/ Fiona Thraile as the robots https://thraille.weebly.com/ Artwork by Faith McQuinn https://observerpix.com/ Credits Read by Pete Lutz Music Editing and Sound Design by Tom Rory Parsons https://tomroryparsons.bandcamp.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Oct 30, 2024•14 min
Host Owen McCuen has an intro for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•2 min
11th Hour Audio Writer and producer, Matthew Boudreau shares a welcome to this year's 11th Hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024•3 min
We dive deep into the eerie origins and superstitions surrounding the infamous date. Why is Friday the 13th considered so unlucky? From ancient myths to modern-day fears, we unravel the history and stories that have turned this day into a symbol of dread. Join us as we explore real-life events that occurred on Friday the 13th, and hear firsthand accounts of spine-tingling experiences. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode will make you think twice about the next Friday the 13th. T...
Sep 13, 2024•7 min
The mansion, frankly, had escaped the notice of almost everyone and has little to no information available about it. Except for the blueprints. And, as it turns out, those aren't exactly truthful. Wanting to explore turns quickly into needing to escape. Listen to the whole series here , or wherever audiobooks are sold. Written by Sable Jak Directed and produced by Matthew J Boudreau Starring: Jonathan Lee-Vroman Anjelica McMillan Tadd Morgan Music by Amy K. Bormet Learn more about your ad choice...
Sep 11, 2024•38 min
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Aug 29, 2024•2 min
Join us in celebrating the birthday of the master of cosmic horror, H.P. Lovecraft, with a special reading of his haunting poem, “Nemesis.” Immerse yourself in the eerie and timeless world crafted by Lovecraft, brought to life through the captivating voice of Matthew Boudreau. Known for his exceptional narrative skills and ability to embody diverse characters, Matthew delivers a performance that will send shivers down your spine. Experience the chilling atmosphere and cosmic dread as we delve in...
Aug 15, 2024•8 min
What if the silence of an empty city became your worst nightmare? "Whispers in the Void" follows Ethan, trapped in a ghostly urban landscape where spectral melodies haunt his every moment. Written and performed by Matthew Boudreau , this chilling tale comes alive through immersive sound design and an original score by Dayn Leonardson . Tune in... if you dare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 11, 2024•20 min•Season 2024Ep. 8
“in Just-” is an experimental audio piece that delves into the enigmatic character of the Balloon Man from e.e. cummings’ poem. This dark and atmospheric work explores the duality of the Balloon Man, presenting him as both a figure of joy and a harbinger of unease, depending on one’s perspective. It invites listeners to experience the delicate balance between whimsy and menace, innocence and potential danger. This audio piece is a testament to the power of sound and narrative to evoke complex em...
Jul 16, 2024•4 min
Originally written for Creepy’s 31 Days of Horror, Meat Wagon is the tale of a rain-soaked traveler who finds what he needs in a quiet South Jersey town. There are a few embellishments, sure… But Meat Wagon contains some very real characters and events. Written, narrated, and sound designed by Owen McCuen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2024•24 min
Cornucopia Radio's Peter Beeston brings us another delightful morsel. If you'll just sign here, we'll commence with the story. Press hard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11, 2024•19 min
Julie Hoverson pays us a visit with a Short SHarp Shock production that reminds you to be carefule what you wish for. Please Ouija Please Griswold – Tom Taverna Maude – Nila Hagood Edgar – Boyd Barrett Winifrid – Julie Hoverson Nurse 1 – Rhys Torres Nurse 2 – Eleiece Krawiec News 1 – Greg Allensworth News 2 – Regan Lussier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Apr 11, 2024•11 min
Ladies And Gentlemen, The Automatics was performed by Vince Friel as Max Engels Jefrey Wilkerson as Mr. Noise Bryan Lincoln as Jared Crespy Robert Cudmore as Catfish McLean Jill Knapp as Cindy Holzer Ted Harris as Nylarahotep A dditional voices were provided by Lindsay Harris Friel and Vincent Friel. Written by Lindsay Harris Friel, based on the stories and poetry of H. P. Lovecraft. Music and sound design by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at 6630productions.com. Learn mo...
Feb 29, 2024•50 min
Delve into the mind of Jimmy Murray, a former fiction writer, famous for his Trish Hunter series. Jimmy now showcases modern audio fiction on his radio show. Despite his popularity, Jimmy harbors deep resentment towards his listeners, fellow writers, and himself. One fateful day, as Jimmy leaves the radio station, he finds himself inexplicably transported into a nightmarish realm that mirrors the horrifying stories he once penned...and the final girl he forced to endure his twisted stories. Abou...
Feb 11, 2024•37 min
Greetings, Minions, and welcome to 2024. For our Creature Feature this month, we’re headed out to sea. Eeler’s Choice is a maritime horror fantasy podcast set in Eskmouth, a small coastal town whose economy has lived and died on the hunting of the Great Eels for generations. As demand for product has increased, so have the catches… but even the generosity of the sea has its limits, and all debts must come due. This episode features: Rae Lundberg B. Narr Rowan Van Grinsven Wyatt West Tal Minear T...
Jan 11, 2024•37 min
Due North was written, produced, and performed by Owen McCuen. Unison’s Mangler plugin was instrumental in creating some of the effects in this production. You can get Mangler by using the link in the episode notes. Thank you, as always, for listening. Happy Holidays. https://unison.audio/ma-a/ref/x/ref/owen/?campaign=Mangler%20Promo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 24, 2023•19 min
The Christmas Home Invasion by Tom Rory Parsons George and William thought they were having a normal Christmas till today. Karim Kronfli as George Richard Ashwell as William Fiona Thraille and Fiona Thraille as The Robots Art by Faith McQuinn Music, Editing, and Sound Design by Tom Rory Parsons Jingle Bells by James Pierpont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 24, 2023•15 min
When a dead man wakes with nothing but a battered book of Edgar Allan Poe stories, the quest for his identity sets dark forces in motion for the sideshow family that takes him in. Adapted by Vicki Speegle Adapted from the first episode of the new TV horror "The Worm and the Butterfly" from creators William D. Prystauk and Vicki Speegle Sound design by Owen McCuen Poe and Lyndon were voiced by Owen McCuen Pin by Dino Barlaam Talk by Brenda Crawley Lulu was voiced by Shannon Meehan Half, Melissa M...
Dec 11, 2023•36 min
Greetings, Minions, and welcome to November! We want to extend a most sincere thank you to everyone who participated in… and tuned in to listen to… the 11th Hour Audio Challenge 2023. As a way to celebrate the talented folks who participate, we added awards to this year’s challenge. Shamble on over to our website at www.11thHourAudio.com/2023-awards to view the recipients. This month we bring you a collaboration between Peter Beeston of Cornucopia Radio and esteemed 11th Hour veteran Richard H. ...
Nov 11, 2023•56 min•Ep. 99