5 Week Countdown

Countdown is an augmented reality & interactive podcast where the audience determines the outcome in real time. Whitney has been kidnapped and locked in an escape room by a mysterious person known only as K. With 50,400 minutes (exactly 5 weeks) to escape, Whitney needs your help to solve a series of puzzles and determine why she was targeted. Help her escape by asking questions, leaving suggestions or solving the puzzle on Facebook, Twitter or iTunes. General content warning: This show contains offensive language, self-harm, discussions of death and uncomfortable sound effects.

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Episodes

Alex & Hammond - And There It Is

The truth comes out. The question is: Who reveals it? Want more episodes? Head to https://www.patreon.com/countdownpod and support us for as little as $1. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 11, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 5

Alex & Hammond - Tell The Truth

Enough is enough. The truth will come out, one way... or another. The next clue is available now on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Want more episodes? Head to https://www.patreon.com/countdownpod and support us for as little as $1. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 04, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Alex & Hammond - Games Have Rules

Your votes have been tallied. A verdict has been reached. The next clue is available now on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Want to support the show or get bonus episodes? Head to https://www.patreon.com/countdownpod and support us for as little as $1. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...

Feb 26, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Alex & Hammond - Day 4

Content Warning: Disturbing sound effects. Round two continues, with some truths surfacing about our guests. The next clue is available now on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Want to support the show or get ad-free episodes? Head to https://www.patreon.com/countdownpod and support us for as little as $1. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 2

Alex & Hammond - 50,000 Volts & 50,000 Minutes

Round two begins with a few new twists. Get to know our guests with your first clue on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Want to support the show or get more content? Head to https://www.patreon.com/countdownpod Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 12, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1

"Are You 'Kay?" Clues

David Watson gets closer to solving the case than anyone else. Listen carefully... Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 05, 2020•10 min

"Are You 'Kay?" Investigates

David Watson investigates the case himself. He may even discover something the investigators missed. Probably not though; who knows. Starring Eric Howell, with performances by Vincent Fabbri, Bryan Green, Leader Looi, Vince Dajani and Curtis Montalbano. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 2020•8 min

"Are You 'Kay?" The Search for the 5 Week Kidnapper

In the time since Whitney's "guest appearance" ended, news of the mysterious Kay has spread like wildfire. News reporters, podcasters and Michigan police have been all over the case. Starring Eric Howell, with performances by Alex Irion, Stacey Cotham, Leader Looi, and Melissa Medina. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22, 2020•9 min

Whitney - Time's Up

The clock has struck 0 for Whitney. Did you solve the puzzle and save her? If you enjoyed the show, consider supporting us on Patreon for extra bonus content. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 27, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Whitney - 9,720 Minutes Remaining

What's in the box? You have one last step... Your next clues are on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 20, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Whitney - 20,280 Minutes Remaining

A mistake becomes a problem. The rules have changed. Your next clues are on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Whitney - 30,387 Minutes Remaining

Whitney is given her first interactions with the audience. Did you solve the puzzle last week? Your next clues are on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 06, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Whitney - 40,322 Minutes Remaining

Whitney has been kidnapped and locked in an escape room by a mysterious person known only as K. Your first clues are on Countdownpod.com/Clues. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 30, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Trailer - 50,400 Minutes

The first victim has been chosen. Get ready. Learn more at Countdownpod.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 2019•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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