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SINKHOLE

Kale Brownsinkholepodcast.com
SINKHOLE is a short-form audio fiction podcast presented as a collection of audio posts from a member of a community of data restoration hobbyists in a sometimes-unfamiliar future. Season three in production.
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Episodes

EP002X - Your Starlight Embrace

A special first anniversary between-season episode showing glimpses into how the world is responding to the events of the season two finale. Starring Ashlee Jones (@ThattownCrzyLdy) as the Reporter, Pacific Obadiah (@PacificObadiah) as the Freelancer, Rowan van Grinsven (@shaywilds) as the Experiential Collective Representative, Jasper Locke (@horrorlocke) and Interiority (@interiority) as the Romance Bloggers, Daisy McNamara (@stardustshines) and Kale Brown (@SuperHumanFoods) as Aster and Finch...

Feb 04, 20238 min

Season Two Q&A

I told you what would happen when you asked me silly questions. A transcript of this episode is available on the website . A very special thank you to Jesse Hall, Elias Taylor, and Vic Collins for participating in this very strange episode. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Ambient Bass Deep Atmospheric Pad’ by waveplaySFX.

Oct 25, 202240 min

A Quick Post-Season Announcement

Transcript of audio: Hello! Kale here with some post-season announcements. I promise I won’t take up too much of your time. Before I get into it, I’d like to thank everyone for listening to season two of SINKHOLE- I really can’t overstate how much it means to me that so many people are listening to and enjoying my weird little show. And speaking of season two, I’m going to be doing another Q&A like the one I did after season one! So if you’d like to submit a question, you can do that via the...

Sep 23, 20223 min

EP0020 - When It Happens, As It Happens

It’s happening. Starring Jesse Hall (@wastedarkcell) as Jim Falk. Starring Vic Collins (@panelbeaterva) as The Journalist. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Ambient Bass Deep Atmospheric Pad’ by waveplaySFX. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkholepodcast.com.

Sep 16, 202223 minSeason 2Ep. 10

EP0019 - Road Closure

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank discussion of long-term psychological trauma, potentially self-destructive behaviour, and a depiction of the experience of post-crisis shock. Some of you have been asking about my… my relocation. Just checking in, you know? And while I’m grateful to those of you who stepped in to ask them to respect my privacy, this is maybe the one case in which the prying was justified. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound e...

Sep 09, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 9

EP0018 - The Hole in Rocky Heights

The city government has never been a friend to the Sink. Even before it was the Sink. Back when it was just… that spot between downtown and the south end you drove through to get where you were going. Back when it was “Rocky Heights.” Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit...

Sep 02, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 8

EP0017 - Kicking & Screaming

Is that audible? It’s definitely audible. There’s a demonstration going on- people protesting the, um, evacuation request. In other news, I… made someone mad, which you might’ve seen coming. Starring Emma Johanna Puranen (@spacesword13) as Wendy Laramie. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sink...

Aug 26, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 7

EP0016 - The Sensory Information File Format

I was told something this morning. And now I’m going to tell you. I don’t think I’m supposed to do this, but I do think it would be best if members of this community were to hear this from me before you start finding out from other people and panicking. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkh...

Aug 19, 202211 minSeason 2Ep. 6

EP0015 - The Carpenter Embassy

This didn’t happen because I wanted to teach you all a lesson, it happened because people are like this sometimes. I talk about this stuff because people do things like this, not the other way around. Some people… just can’t seem to shake the grift. It’s got roots in their bones, I guess. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by N...

Aug 12, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 5

EP0014 - The Jim Falk Tape

Yes, I know. Yes, I heard. Yes, I am talking about both things, either thing you might be thinking about. Starring Jesse Hall (@wastedarkcell) as Jim Falk and Emma Johanna Puranen (@spacesword13) as Wendy Laramie. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkh...

Aug 05, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 4

EP0013 - Confessions to the Editor

If you don’t recognize it, this is a clip from episode six of The Ropeless Romantic , a podcast that discusses and reacts to the show Knot in Love. Starring Stephen Kropa (@KropaCabana) as The Ropeless Romantic. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkhol...

Jul 29, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 3

EP0012 - The Context of Deception

The Hole is making a noise. It’s making a weird noise. A noise that isn’t at all much weirder than the noises it normally makes, if you ask me. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkholepodcast.com.

Jul 22, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 2

EP0011 - Reliable Sources

Before any of you get too excited, I want to make it clear I’m not recording this because I’m ready to… jump back into the spotlight. Special thanks to Merry N. (@muddyevilist) for lending this project their invaluable familiarity with terrible British tabloid headlines. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on...

Jul 15, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Season One Q&A

If you didn't want at least part of this Q&A to be terribly silly, you shouldn't have asked so many transparently silly questions. A transcript of this episode is available on the website . Check out Blake Skye: Private Eye , Breathing Space, Fading Frontier , and the Foundation After Midnight Radio Podcast . Thank you to everyone who participated in our season one Q&A! See you in season two. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Ambient Bass Deep...

Apr 30, 202226 min

Transcripts, Artwork & Answering Some Questions

If you'd like to leave a rating or review on Podchaser, you can do that by clicking here ! [Full transcript of announcement below.] Well, hey. Kale here. This is a post-season announcement for those of you who may not follow the @sinkholepodcast Twitter, and I’ve got two big pieces of news for you: The first is that SINKHOLE now has a website (sinkholepodcast.com) where you can read or download episode transcripts, take a look at some of the art I’ve done for SINKHOLE, and also see some truly in...

Apr 15, 20222 min

EP0010 – Paradigm Shift (Season One Finale)

Attention everyone: this is a message from your moderators. It has come to our attention that a recent post in our community may have had the effect of leading users to believe one of our more prominent members is in danger. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. Starring Merry N. (@muddyevilist) as community user VideoHomoSystem-C. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn and ‘Ambient Bass Deep Atmospheric Pad’ by wa...

Apr 08, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 10

EP0009 – Chief of all Muses

I found something. It’s not a radio broadcast, it’s… some sort of dictation, like dictated notes, and it’s from inside the JMB. Written by Kale Brown with assistance from Elias Taylor. Produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. Starring Cam Clark (@Pocceto) as Doctor Sasha Hyles and Kris Allison (@knalliso) as Doctor Timothy Morris. Starring Jesse Hall (@wastedarkcell) as TectoVision Employee. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn...

Apr 01, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 9

EP0008 – Jirelli’s Convenience

The signal isn’t coming from the other tapes. I know it isn’t- I’m sure of it. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. The Jirelli’s Convenience jingle stars both the voice of and music composed by Amy Y. (@achill3a). Starring [REDACTED] as DJ Pinch Roller. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license or with permission. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn and ‘Growin Crops on the Side of a Hill’ by Sex is for Parents. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient D...

Mar 25, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 8

EP0007 – Modern Transparency

Please stop trying to figure out who I am and where I live. I know you don’t really get why, but it makes me very uncomfortable. And yeah, sure: go ahead and call me one-thirteen. I don’t mind it. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license or with permission. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sin...

Mar 18, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 7

EP0006 – Ask Me Anything

I think we all know that no one’s going to be able to focus on anything else until I answer your questions. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkholepodcast.com.

Mar 11, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 6

EP0005 – The Future with You in It

You’re all extremely kind, but I’m afraid I can’t accept your generosity. Please direct it towards someone who can actually benefit from it. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. Starring S.J. Ryker (@LookWhosFhtagn) as NEVROS Advertisement Narrator, and Merry N. (@muddyevilist), [REDACTED], and Jesse Hall (@wastedarkcell) as Stock Ad Shills. Starring Alice Kyra (@magicalgirlkyra) as the Influencer. Starring Rowan van Grinsven (@shaywilds) as Alan’s Neighbour. All music and ...

Mar 04, 202210 minSeason 1Ep. 5

EP0004 – The Jackson Millennium Building

What have they been teaching people? Apparently, almost none of you had heard of the Jackson Millennium Building. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. Starring Amy Y. (@achill3a) as the narrator of Jacksonesque and Elias Taylor as Kennedy Jackson. Starring Josh LeCompte as Soper Realty board member Matthew McConnaugh and Alice Kyra (@magicalgirlkyra) as Soper Realty board member Kathleen Strike. Starring Rebecca M. (@explosive_sheep) as Eileen Acton and Jesse Hall (@wasteda...

Feb 25, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 4

EP0003 – Tension Testing

It turns out a lot of you are on board with my little experiment, which kind of surprised me. I’m really excited! If you know where I can get a tape retensioner and an analog-compatible IUS, feel free to send me the listing. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the websi...

Feb 18, 20229 minSeason 1Ep. 3

EP0002 – The Digital Age is Over

I seem to have set off a bit of a snafu when I called this the nerve-tech age. I’d like to clarify exactly what it is I meant. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twitter at @sinkholepodcast or visit the website at sinkholepodcast.com.

Feb 11, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 2

EP0001 – The Three Rules of Data Restoration

Welcome to the community! Here are the three rules of data restoration: - You can’t do everything yourself. - Absolutely no NEV-hacking. Not ever. - People are allowed to disagree with you. Stay safe out there, and I look forward to seeing everyone’s finds this week. Written and produced by Kale Brown. Artwork by Kale Brown. All music and sound effects used are available under a CC0 license. Music was ‘Sphere’ by Andrew Kn. [LOUD EERIE NOISE] was ‘Sci-fi Ambient Drone’ by Niedec. Visit us on Twi...

Feb 04, 202212 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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