Patreon Supporters hear these mini-series episodes first. This episode kicks off part two of the miniseries and is shared with all. If you go hunting for gods, be careful where you tread. Victoria and Aurora are about to learn that the smallest towns can hide the biggest of surprises when they visit Annwyn Meadows. In the Meadows, the locals keep their secrets close and hold their services down by the river, where you can hear the choir singing day and night. Old friends are lurking just around ...
Oct 14, 2024•18 min
This year for Christmas, Victoria celebrates by making life a little better for those in need of a Guide and some cheer. Enjoy this final of five special Christmas mini-audio celebrations for Christmas Eve. "Pick a Card" It's Christmas Eve and Victoria has someone to visit and share a little magic. Cast (in order of appearance): Carol: Mary Murphy Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Loverling née Collins Author: Christopher LongScore: Nico Vettese of the inky pawprint Sound Design: Daniel Foytik ...
Dec 24, 2023•9 min
This year for Christmas, Victoria celebrates by making life a little better for those in need of a Guide and some cheer. Enjoy this fourth of five special Christmas mini-audio celebrations leading up to Christmas Eve. "Festive Spirit" Sometimes the burden of guiding young, lost visitors to a better place can carry a tinge of sadness. Victoria finds a kindred soul to help her keep spirits up and appreciate the magic of the season. What kind of bear is best? Cast (in order of appearance): Theo: Ka...
Dec 23, 2023•10 min
This year for Christmas, Victoria celebrates by making life a little better for those in need of a Guide and some cheer. Enjoy this third of five special Christmas mini-audio celebrations leading up to Christmas Eve. "Matchless" Victoria finds Elina cold, tired, and alone outside of her building and invites her in to warm up and to help her enjoy a Happy Christmas. Cast (in order of appearance): Elina: Mary Murphy Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Loverling née Collins Narrator: Daniel Foytik A...
Dec 21, 2023•11 min
This year for Christmas, Victoria celebrates by making life a little better for those in need of a Guide and some cheer. Enjoy this second of five special Christmas mini-audio celebrations leading up to Christmas Eve."One Last Crimson Ball"James is looking for his lost ornament so he can complete his Christmas ritual. Can Victoria help him find what he lost?Cast (in order of appearance): James, Narrator: Mary Murphy Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Loverling née Collins Author: Lee Andrew Form...
Dec 21, 2023•9 min
This year for Christmas, Victoria celebrates by making life a little better for those in need of a Guide and some cheer. Enjoy this first of five special Christmas mini-audio celebrations leading up to Christmas Eve. "It's Always Christmas" Diana waits all year for Christmas, but this year things are different when Victoria visits and offers her a special ride on her Lift. Cast (in order of appearance): Diana, Narrator: Mary Murphy Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Loverling née Collins Author:...
Dec 20, 2023•9 min
Patreon Supporters hear these mini-series episodes first. This episode kicks off part two of the miniseries and is shared with all. By day, Aurora Ashcroft spends her time remembering. She remembers her community centre, her work, her friends. The strange girl with the green eyes, who stopped her from spiralling out of control. By night, Aurora dreams of a peaceful garden, where she’s young and happy and free. Except tonight. Tonight, there’s a black cat slipping through her fantasies and an old...
Dec 24, 2022•20 min
Leonard has closeted himself away from the world, lost in his own space and mind. Desperate to avoid reality, his self-imposed isolation has become both his protection and his cage. As unexpected events drive him from the confines of his world, he is forced to confront the unknown where his fears are all too real. Faced with a choice, he must decide whether to stay sequestered and effectively trapped, or run for his life. Will Leonard overcome his own dire insecurities and flee, or will he remai...
Sep 26, 2022•25 min
In the aftermath of their girlfriend’s death, a poet named Robin struggles to accept what was left unsaid, and what was left behind. Cast (in order of appearance): Narrator: Daniel Foytik Rosette Greenaway: Addison Peacock Victoria: Amber Collins Robin: GP Mckenzie Author: M. Regan Score: Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams Sound Design: Daniel Foytik, of 9th Story Studios, LLC Cover Art: Greg Shaffer Art Director: Jeanette Andromeda of JeanetteCreations.com A 9th Story Studios, LLC Production, Al...
Aug 01, 2022•57 min
Patreon Supporters hear these mini-series episodes first. The past is a field sown with the bones of old tragedies. Once there was a time when every field spoke of death and farmers found themselves fighting for their life against the very soil they’d tilled in hope of growing crops. For one family, the dust bowl is about to take a far greater toll, which threatens to spread through all of history. A toll following in the footsteps of a vengeful god. Cast (in order of appearance): Cuckoo Stone, ...
May 16, 2022•21 min
In the times before history, there was a tree whose roots and branches once bound every world as one. Now Victoria has been tricked into awakening that tree and the walls of her home are crumbling beneath it. The balance of her power is shifting and her music box has been stolen. Not that Victoria can fix any of this mess. Not yet. Not before she hits the ground and learns that someone in her basement is attempting to escape… Cast (in order of appearance): Cuckoo Stone, Narrator: Cynthia Lowman ...
Feb 21, 2022•20 min
Hear these episodes add free by supporting the show on Patreon. Family reunions are rarely ever simple. It's no different for Victoria, regardless of how strange her world can be. Now, at a time when her life has been filled by distracting complications, the last thing she needs to be worrying about is her brother. Especially when he appears out of nowhere and starts asking her for favours. Then again, hasn't she always had to worry about Merritt? Cast (in order of appearance): Victoria Bigglesw...
Dec 28, 2021•20 min
Art helps bring Victoria's world to life in a very special way. Today we take a peek inside the music box in an interview with Victoria’s Creative Director, Jeanette Andromeda! Learn about the woman who creates Victoria's visual realm and get some insight into the importance of art, story, and how both intermingle in our world and Victoria's.
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Disaster comes in many forms. It can start with something as simple as a stolen ribbon, but it always ends with a nasty surprise. Victoria has never lived a life troubled by a lot of spare time. What little she has is about to be consumed by a project which is far more dangerous than it might first appear. Someone has been watching her closely and they've realized the one thing this girl can't resist is a puzzle. Cast (in order of appearance): Cuckoo Stone, Narrator: Cynthia Lowman Victoria Bigg...
Oct 28, 2021•15 min
This episode was adapted from "The Barren" as published in The Lift: Nine Stories of Transformation, Volume One - available now on Amazon.com in print and Kindle. This performace originally appeared as a story on the Wicked Library as episode 901, but as it is a Lift story, we wnated to bring it home. Savannah is desperate to have a baby. When a haughty woman from her past flaunts her own fertility, Savannah starts down a dark path. Can an encounter with a young girl who is much more than she se...
Aug 20, 2021•49 min
In celebration of Pride Month we present an all new production of one of our favorite stories from Season One. When a man struggles to come to terms with his true self, Victoria does her best to help him find his way. But, will his fear of how others perceive him prevent him from facing the truth and being who he is? Written by Mark Nixon Cast (in order of appearance): The Narrator: David Ault Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Vicky: Amber Collins Get your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of...
Jun 27, 2021•23 min
Victoria wanted to share a show that she's been very much enjoying. The Viridian Wild is created by our new sound designer, Davis Walden. The Viridian Wild follows mythozoologist Sebastian Verwood as he travels the world studying magical creatures. Get more episodes wherever you listen to podcasts or at theviridianwild.com. In this episode: Sebastian releases an animal into the wild. (Content Warnings: Animal death, animal eating habits, animal mating habits, animal violence, animal injury, miss...
Jun 20, 2021•18 min
Patreon Supporters will hear these mini-series episodes first. Chapter One: Cuckoo Stone Do you want to hear a story? You want to know what's wrong with this town? It's not going to start how you expect. We're dealing with old magic here. And we're dealing with cats. Maybe it's time I tell you all about Victoria, the girl who lived her life close to the shadows and didn't realize one of those shadows was getting ready to break free. Written by Christopher Long Cast (in order of appearance): The ...
Jun 13, 2021•19 min
Music is a huge part of Victoria's world. Today we take a peek inside the music box in an interview with Victoria’s Resident Composer, Nico Vettese! Learn about the gent who creates Victoria's musical backdrop and get some insight into how the show comes together.
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 10 min
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers of previously published episodes of Victoria’s Lift. If you are not current on the show, and don’t want to hear things that might spoil surprises it would be best to skip this one until you’re caught up with all of Season 4. With February being a long-established celebration of Women in horror, today we take a peek inside the music box in an interview with Victoria’s Voice, Amber Collins. Learn about the woman who brings Victoria to life and get some insig...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 34 min
For Jeremy and Apollo. This tale concludes our three part tale and wraps up Season 4. We pick up where we left off in Part 2, with Victoria suffering the effects of the destruction of The Piper's Flute. After freeing the children captured and caged by the evil man, Victoria remained behind, trapped sacrificing her freedom to overcome the dark enemy that nearly destroyed the lives of so many. But, Victoria has helped many, and they are unwilling to let her remain trapped. Written by Daniel Foytik...
Jan 31, 2021•25 min
We continue where we left off in Part 1, with Victoria in mortal danger, facing off against The Piper - an enemy more powerful than she could have ever imagined. While investigating the mysterious abduction of children, Victoria found herself captured by the twisted owner of another key created by the same Craftsman who made Victoria's Music Box. Come back for the conclusion in Part 3 Written by Daniel Foytik Cast: Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Narrator: Graham Rowat Jeremy: Erika S...
Dec 24, 2020•22 min
Millenia ago, several Keys were created, one being Victoria's Music Box. While investigating the mysterious abduction of children, Victoria meets the twisted owner of another Key and realizes she may have met her match. Written by Daniel Foytik Cast: Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Narrator: Graham Rowat Jeremy, Trees: Erika Sanderson The Piper: Pearse O'Byrne Get your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One – now available on Amazon. Art: Jeanette Andromeda Score: Ni...
Oct 19, 2020•29 min
Sisters Juliana and Corinna were odds with each other all throughout their childhood, but Corinna has a dark secret. One that Victoria makes her confront for better or worse. Written by Scarlett R. Algee Adapted for audio by Scarlett R. Algee Cast: Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Narrator, Juliana (All Ages), Corinna (All Ages), Angelica, Mrs. Mullers, Nurse Eric, Tom: Daniel Foytik Get your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One – now available on Amazon. Art: Jeane...
Aug 14, 2020•52 min
Victoria clashes with an old foe to learn an important lesson… but to whom is the lesson for? Written by Nelson W. Pyles Story Editor: Cynthia Lowman Adapted for audio by Daniel Foytik Cast Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Narrator | Wendi: Heather Thomas Get your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One – now available on Amazon. Art: Jeanette Andromeda Score: Nico Vettese, We Talk of Dreams A 9th Story Studios Production | Foytik, Lowman, Collins, Vettese Listen and S...
Jun 24, 2020•30 min
Connor Cunningham is a man who serves others with just a little help from the Great Beyond. Or, at least, that’s what it says on his business cards. After a ride on Victoria’s lift forces him to examine his true motives, Connor must make an important choice. One that will seal his fate. Written by Barbara Jean Savoie Adapted for audio by Daniel Foytik. Score by Nico Vettese, of We Talk of Dreams Cast Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes | Mrs. Rotterdam: Amber Collins Narrator | Connor Cunningham: Daniel...
Apr 05, 2020•32 min
Anxiety is a cruel creature that Sera struggles with every day. It’s her constant companion, picking away at her every choice. When Victoria gives her a chance to face her demon personified, can Sera summon the strength to overcome it and make a choice she believes in? “Panic Button”, by Kelli Perkins - dedicated to her friend Mr. Fenris. Adapted for audio by Scarlett R. Algee Score by Nico Vettese, of We Talk of Dreams Cast Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes: Amber Collins Narrator | Sera | Anxiety | ...
Feb 16, 2020•31 min
It’s time for The Lift’s annual Christmas Ride! 1943, 2 days before Chanukah and 5 days before Christmas, Fredric von Millhausen is granted leave to spend Christmas with his wife at his home in Bonn, Germany. When he arrives, he finds his wife troubled by the recent appearances of the ghostly apparitions of two young girls. When he too meets the girls, an important choice is laid before them. “WAIF 26947”, by Charles Rakiecz Adapted for audio by Scarlett R. Algee Score by Nico Vettese, of We Tal...
Dec 24, 2019•33 min
PREVIOUSLY EXCLUSIVE ONLY TO SUPPORTERS Thanks to our supporters, we've put together an episode based on a story from our written Anthology, written by Daniel Foytik and adapted for audio by Scarlet R. Algee. This was previously an exclusive episode heard by supporters in July of 2019. John Gate is a wealthy businessman from New York who wants to return to an era from the past. He thinks he will find this by going back to his home town and buying the small town hardware store, Great America, fro...
Dec 04, 2019•30 min
A special project triggers an investigation into a case involving a certain building in Pittsburgh. During a witness interview, Special Agent Jackie Ellis uncovers a harrowing tale of four trapped visitors who can't remember how they got there. Recorded LIVE at the Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, GA as part of Explore Gwinnette's #Artober Festival! CAST: Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes – Amber Collins Opening Narrator (Alice Bigglesworth-Hayes) - Erika Sanderson Special Agent Jackie Ellis & Courtne...
Oct 31, 2019•28 min
