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The Magnus Archives

Rusty Quillwww.rustyquill.com
“Make your statement, face your fear.” A weekly horror fiction podcast examining what lurks in the archives of the Magnus Institute, an organisation dedicated to researching the esoteric and the weird. Join Jonathan Sims as he explores the archive, but be warned, as he looks into its depths something starts to look back… New episodes every Thursday produced by Rusty Quill, featuring guest actors, short stories, serial plots and more. The long awaited continutation The Magnus Protocol launched in January 2024. Season 2 of TMP coming February 27th 2025

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Episodes

MAG 51 High Pressure

Case #0080701 Statement of Antonia Hayley, regarding a deep dive that took place near Sable Island, Nova Scotia in August 2006. … If you have sound editing experience and want help us make programmes like The Magnus Archives, be sure to send us an email to [email protected] and we'll be in touch very soon. If you haven't already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get ...

Feb 09, 201720 minSeason 2Ep. 11

MAG 50 Foundations

Case #8141206 Statement of Sampson Kempthrone, regarding the workhouse architecture of George Gilbert Scott. Original statement given June 12th 1841. … If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in touch with us, feel free to tweet us at @theRustyQuill, drop us an email at [email protected] or comment on our dedicated Forums available at RustyQuil...

Feb 02, 201719 minSeason 2Ep. 10

MAG 49 The Butcher’s Window

Case #0081103 Statement of Gregory Pryor regarding his investigations into one Hector Lerado during the summer of 2007. … Today’s episode has been sponsored by Failbetter Games, so be sure to check out Fallen London at www.Failbettergames.com/RustyQuill for free actions! If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in touch with us, feel free to tweet...

Jan 26, 201727 minSeason 2Ep. 9

MAG 48 Lost in The Crowd

Case #0100325 Statement of Andrea Nunis, regarding a series of encounters in the streets of Genoa, Italy Original statement given 25th March, 2010. … Today’s episode has been sponsored by Failbetter Games, so be sure to check out Fallen London at www.Failbettergames.com/RustyQuill for free actions! If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in touch...

Jan 19, 201723 minSeason 2Ep. 8

MAG 47 The New Door

Case #0161002 Statement of Helen Richardson, regarding a new door in a house she was selling. Statement recorded direct from subject 2nd October 2016. … Today’s episode has been sponsored by Failbetter Games, so be sure to check out Fallen London at www.Failbettergames.com/RustyQuill for free actions! If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in to...

Jan 12, 201721 minSeason 2Ep. 7

MAG 46 Literary Heights

Case #9981221 Statement of Herbert Knox, regarding a repeat customer to his bookshop in Chichester. Original statement given December 21st 1998. … Special thanks again to Ian Hayles for editing assistance with today’s episode. Today’s episode has been sponsored by Failbetter Games, so be sure to check out Fallen London at www.Failbettergames.com/RustyQuill for free actions! If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast softwa...

Jan 05, 201724 minSeason 2Ep. 6

MAG 45 Blood Bag

Case #0110209 Statement of Thomas Neill, regarding his experiences working in malarial research during the spring of 2010. Original statement given February 9th 2011. … Special thanks again to Ian Hayles for editing assitance with today’s episode and everyone who watched the charity live stream we participated in for the mental health charity Mind, you help really made a difference. If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podca...

Dec 29, 201620 minSeason 2Ep. 5

MAG 44 Tightrope

Case #9790302 Yuri Utkin. Incident occurred in the village of Algasovo, central Russia, November 1952. Statement given 2nd March, 1979. Committed to tape 15th April, 1997. Gertrude Robinson Recording. … Special thanks again to Ian Hayles for editing assitance with today’s episode. Please do take the time to visit www.twitch.tv/happygoluckyscamps at 9AM GMT on 28th Dec 2016. The 12 hour livestream is for a great cause and any donations people are able to make are welcome, particularly at this tim...

Dec 22, 201622 minSeason 2Ep. 4

MAG 43 Section 31

Case #0160919 Statement of Police Constable Basira Hussain regarding her time investigating strange occurrences as part of Section 31. Statement taken direct from subject September 19th 2016. … Special thanks to Ian Hayles for editing assitance with today’s episode. If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in touch with us, feel free to tweet us a...

Dec 15, 201618 minSeason 2Ep. 3

MAG 42 Grifter’s Bone

Case #0131103 Statement of Jennifer Ling, regarding a live musical performance she attended in Soho. Original statement given November 3rd 2013. … If you haven’t already, be sure to visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe in order to subscribe to us using your podcast software of choice and be sure to leave reviews online. If you want to get in touch with us, feel free to tweet us at @theRustyQuill, drop us an email at [email protected] or comment on our dedicated Forums available at RustyQuill.com...

Dec 08, 201623 minSeason 2Ep. 2

MAG 41 Too Deep

Case #0160902 Statement of Jonathan Sims, Head Archivist of the Magnus Institute, regarding exploration of the tunnels recently discovered below the archive. Statement given direct, 2nd September 2016. … Welcome back to The Magnus Archives… The Magnus Archives podcast is a listed finalist in the 2016 Audio Verse awards! We are competing for ‘Best New, Original, Long Form, Small Cast, Ongoing, Production.’ It would be a great help to us if you are able to visit http://www.audioverseawards.net/sit...

Dec 01, 201626 minSeason 2Ep. 1

MAG S2 Trailer

“Make your statement. Face your fear.” Season 2 of The Magnus Archives will commence on the 1st December 2016. See you soon. (Trailer featuring SFX from Podsburgh,Inkington, JakLocke and previously credited artists via www.Freesound.org) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 201650 sec

MAG S1 Q&A

With Season 1 complete and Season 2 in development, Jonathan Sims and Alexander J Newall take some time to answer your questions. Thank you to everyone who has listened and helped our small operation grow into the cult it has. If you haven’t already be sure to leave a review, check out our forums and spread the word of your favourite Horror podcast. Particularly with Halloween on the way. If you want to help us out and take the time to vote in the Audioverse awards you can do so here: http://www...

Oct 26, 201626 minSeason 1Ep. 40

MAG 40 Human Remains

Case #0160729-B Statement of Elias Buchard, Tim Stoker, Sasha James, Martin Blackwood and Jonathan Sims regarding the infestation of the Magnus Institute by the entity formerly known as Jane Prentiss. … And so we arrive at the end of Season 1. Season 2 of The Magnus Archives will commence on Thursday 1st December but before then we will be featuring an interview with Jonathan Sims, writer and voice of the archivist. If you can’t wait that long, Jonathan will also be appearing as a special guest ...

Oct 12, 201625 minSeason 1Ep. 40

MAG 39 Infestation

Case #0160729-A Original recording of Jane Prentiss’ attack upon The Magnus Institute, London, 29th July 2016. … Next week’s episode is the final in season 1 of the Magnus Archives. Season 2 will be coming after a short break. More details next week. Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe for quick and easy links. It’s more convenient for you and really helps us out. Like what you...

Oct 05, 201621 minSeason 1Ep. 39

MAG 38 Lost and Found

Case #0120606 Statement of Andre Ramao, regarding a series of misplaced objects lost over the course of three month. Original statement given June 6th 2012. … This is your last chance to submit a question to writer/narrator Jonathan Sims before we record our Season 1 interview. If you want to do so, get in contact using the details below. Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe for...

Sep 28, 201620 minSeason 1Ep. 38

MAG 37 Burnt Offering

Case #0090608 Statement of Jason North, regarding the discovery of an alleged ritual site found near Loch Glass in Scotland. … As Season 1 draws inexorably towards its close remember, we will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and if you let us know any questions you have for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill we will try to read them on the recording. Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically dow...

Sep 21, 201618 minSeason 1Ep. 37

MAG 36 Taken ill

Case #0121911 Statement of Nicole Baxter, regarding visits culminating in the fire that consumed Ivy Meadows Care Home in Woodley, Greater Manchester. … As Season 1 draws inexorably closer towards its close remember, any questions you have for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill should be posted to our forums at www.RustyQuill.com. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording. Be sure to subscri...

Sep 14, 201629 minSeason 1Ep. 36

MAG 35 Old Passages

Case #0020406 Statement of Harold Silvana, regarding discoveries made during the renovation of the Reform Club, Pall Mall. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode autom...

Sep 07, 201625 minSeason 1Ep. 35

MAG 34 Anatomy Class

Case #0161207 Statement of Dr. Lionel Elliott, regarding a series of events that took place during his class Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology, at Kings College, London. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using ...

Aug 31, 201625 minSeason 1Ep. 34

MAG 33 Boatswain’s Call

Case #0110201 Statement of Carlita Sloane, regarding her work on a container ship travelling from Southampton to Porto do Itaqui. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episod...

Aug 24, 201624 minSeason 1Ep. 33

MAG 32 Hive

Case #0142302 Statement of Jane Prentiss, regarding a wasps nest in her attic. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit ww...

Aug 17, 201620 minSeason 1Ep. 32

MAG 31 First Hunt

Case #0100912 Statement of Lawrence Mortimer, regarding his hunting trip to Blue Ridge, Virginia. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to yo...

Aug 10, 201622 minSeason 1Ep. 31

MAG 30 Killing Floor

Case #0130111 Statement of David Laylow, regarding his time working at an industrial abattoir near Dalston. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downlo...

Aug 03, 201623 minSeason 1Ep. 30

MAG 29 Cheating Death

Case #9720406 Statement of Nathaniel Thorp, regarding his own mortality … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit www.Rusty...

Jul 27, 201625 minSeason 1Ep. 29

MAG 28 Skintight

Case #0161704 Statement of Melanie King, regarding events at the abandoned Cambridge Military Hospital during filming in January 2015. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every e...

Jul 20, 201624 minSeason 1Ep. 28

MAG 27 A Sturdy Lock

Case #0032408 Statement of Paul McKenzie, regarding repeated nocturnal intrusions into his home. … If you have any questions for writer/narrator Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to you...

Jul 13, 201617 minSeason 1Ep. 27

MAG 26 A Distortion

Case #0160204 Statement of Sasha James, assistant archivist at the Magnus Institute, London, regarding a series of paranormal sightings. … If you have any questions for Jonathan Sims or the rest of the team at Rusty Quill visit our forums at www.RustyQuill.com and post it to the dedicated thread. We will be hosting an interview at the end of season one and all the best questions will be read on the recording! Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automat...

Jul 06, 201624 minSeason 1Ep. 26

MAG 25 Growing Dark

Case #0151904 Statement of Mark Bilham, regarding events culminating in his visit to Hither Green chapel. … Thanks again to everyone who took the time to vote for us in the 2016 Podcast Awards, sadly we didn’t manage to win this year but just getting nominated will be great boost for us. Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe for quick and easy links. It’s more convenient for you ...

Jun 29, 201627 minSeason 1Ep. 25

MAG 24 Strange Music

Case #0051701 Statement of Leanne Denikin, regarding an antique calliope organ she possessed briefly in August 2004. … Thanks again to everyone who took the time to vote for us in the 2016 Podcast Awards, we find out the winners next week. Be sure to subscribe using your podcast software of choice to get every episode automatically downloaded to your device. Visit www.RustyQuill.com/subscribe for quick and easy links. It’s more convenient for you and really helps us out. Like what you’re hearing...

Jun 22, 201623 minSeason 1Ep. 24
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