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Welcome to Night Vale

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Twice-monthly community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, where every conspiracy theory is true. Turn on your radio and hide. Never listened before? It's an ongoing radio show. Start with the current episode, and you'll catch on in no time. Or, go right to Episode 1 if you wanna binge-listen.

Episodes

72 - Well of Night

Chanting dancers keep the town up all night. Plus, a seance at Dark Owl Records, traffic congestion in downtown, and a fireworks spectacular. Weather: "Children of God" by Andrew Jackson Jihad ( andrewjacksonjihad.com ) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com . Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.co...

Aug 15, 201523 min

71 - The Registry of Middle School Crushes

A heist is planned. Plus the answer to last week's quiz and news about The Trial of the Century. Weather: "My Postcard" by Toys and Tiny Instruments ( toysandtinyinstruments.bandcamp.com ) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com . Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio ...

Aug 01, 201526 min

Bonus Episode 5 - Excerpt from the novel

An excerpt from the audiobook of the Welcome to Night Vale novel, narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Order WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE: A NOVEL: welcometonightvale.com , click on books. Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Book Cover Design: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Jul 15, 201525 min

Bonus Episode 4 - Pamela Winchell

An excerpt from our new touring live show "The Investigators," featuring Cecil Baldwin and Desiree Burch as former mayor Pamela Winchell. Get the entire "The Investigators" album (and other live shows) at nightvale.bandcamp.com The voice of Pamela Winchell is Desiree Burch. Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com . Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narr...

Jul 01, 20159 min

70B - Review

A review of opening night at the new Old Night Vale Opera House. Weather: "Align" by Aby Wolf ( abywolf.bandcamp.com ). Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Jun 15, 201529 min

70A - Taking Off

It's the first broadcast of a new radio station in a desert otherworld. Plus, a huge research project reaches its conclusion. The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: "Pyramid" by Jason Webley ( jasonwebley.com ). Music: Disparition, disparition.info and Joseph Fink. Logo: Soren Melville. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio ...

Jun 15, 201525 min

69 - Fashion Week

It's Fashion Week, Night Vale's hippest event. Who will be spared from the sphere? Plus, ongoing investigations into the disappearances at the Shambling Orphan housing development, an update on the opera house, and an important News announcement. Weather: "Evelyn" by Kim Tillman & Silent Films ( thekimtillman.com & silent films ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrate...

Jun 01, 201524 min

68 - Faceless Old Women

The Sheriff's Secret Police track down a fugitive. Plus, stories from vacation, some progress at the new Old Night Vale Opera House, and another edition of "Hey There, Cecil." Weather: "Matches" by Sifu Hotman ( sifuhotman.bandcamp.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info . Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Fac...

May 15, 201526 min

67 - [Best Of?]

A look back at some of the best Cecil broadcasts we have never heard before. Weather: "When Can I Say That I Love You" by Kyle Fleming ( soundcloud.com/kyle-fleming-7 ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

May 01, 201527 min

66 - worms...

The worms have returned to Night Vale. Plus a new Book Club in town, spring Little League baseball tryouts, and an update on the search for two fugitives. The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson. Weather: "Little Black Star" by Hurray for the Riff Raff ( hurrayfortheriffraff.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightv...

Apr 15, 201524 min

65 - Voicemail

You have reached the voicemail of Cecil Gershwin Palmer. Weather: "Tag!" by Scarves ( scarvesmusic.bandcamp.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Apr 01, 201521 min

64 - WE MUST GIVE PRAISE

The president of the School Board confronts critics of the school district's five-year strategic plan. Plus, the hunt for two fugitives, some fun events on the community calendar, and a look at financial news. Weather: "True Trans Soul Rebel" by Against Me! ( againstme.net ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and foll...

Mar 15, 201525 min

Bonus Episode 3 - "The Librarian" Horoscopes

An excerpt from our recorded live show, "The Librarian," recorded live on January 16, 2015 at Skirball Center, New York, NY. The complete recording is available at nightvale.bandcamp.com , for whatever you think over 90 minutes of new Night Vale content is worth, and at iTunes (search: Night Vale). Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Commonplace Books. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometoni...

Mar 12, 20157 min

63 - There Is No Part 1: Part 2

An exciting conclusion to the day-long Sand Golem saga at City Hall. Plus, repairs at the bowling alley, Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and who won that auction? Weather: "Heel Turn 2" by The Mountain Goats ( mountain-goats.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook...

Mar 01, 201529 min

62 - Hatchets

Night Vale Daily Journal editor Leann Hart announces changes at the newspaper, while continuing a successful execution of her most controversial business plan. Plus, a station editorial, a look at local traffic, and a parade for a local sports hero. Weather: "Anarchy Date" by Queer Rocket ( queerrocket.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info:...

Feb 15, 201530 min

61 - BRINY DEPTHS

A vague yet menacing government agency needs a special message delivered. Plus, Cooking Stuff with Earl Harlan, a mysterious thank-you card, and strange goings on near the haunted baseball diamond. The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton. Weather: "The Bends" by Doomtree ( doomtree.net ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.co...

Feb 01, 201529 min

60 - Water Failure

The water isn't working at the radio station, which is super annoying. Oh, also it seems the sun is multiplying. Plus, a college football update, a request for some time off, and controversy with the local TV news. The voice of the phone tree was Erica Livingston and Christopher Loar. The voice of Lacy was Flor De Liz Perez. Weather: "Just Like My Heart" by Fault Lines ( wearefaultlines.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presen...

Jan 15, 201528 min

59 - Antiques

The Antiques have escaped from the Antiques Mall. Plus, a very scientific update from afar, new management at StrexCorp, and the return of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "State of Mine" by Stöj Snak ( music.stojsnak.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @...

Jan 01, 201530 min

58 - Monolith

A stone monolith appears overnight in front of City Hall. Plus, a former high school quarterback playing college football, opening ceremonies at the Drawbridge, and updates from the desert otherworld. Weather: "Anything I Want You To" by The Rizzos ( therizzos.bandcamp.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and foll...

Dec 15, 201430 min

57 - The List

Do you remember that list you were given to memorize? You should have memorized that list exactly. Plus, a finding in the desert, what is opera, and meatless mondays. Weather: "Upside Down World" by Paisley Rae ( soundcloud.com/paisley-rae ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or F...

Dec 01, 201428 min

Bonus Episode 2 - What of the Sea?

A letter arrives with a strange inscription. This episode was co-written with Marta Rainer. Weather: "Ruins" by Morteth ( youtube.com/user/Morteth666 ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Nov 15, 201419 min

Bonus Episode 1 - Minutes

A reading of the minutes from the Night Vale Community College Faculty Meeting. This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman Weather: "Home" by Theo Adler ( soundcloud.com/theoadler ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Nov 01, 201429 min

56 - Homecoming

An athletic scandal threatens the annual Night Vale High School Homecoming Game. Plus, a seismological update and a new cooking segment with an old friend. The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton. Weather: "Understood" by Y.R Generation ( yrgeneration.bandcamp.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @Nigh...

Oct 15, 201429 min

55 - The University of What It Is

A representative from the University of What It Is calls the station to find a missing colleague. Plus, an update on the cats, the Barista Cultural Fair, and corrections. Weather: "Catfish" by Waxahatchee ( waxahatcheemusic.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Oct 01, 201428 min

54 - A Carnival Comes to Town

A carnival comes to town. Plus the Cleaning of Books, breaking ground at the new old Opera House, and an intern returns... again. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "Bremen" by PigPen Theatre Co ( pigpentheatre.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook ....

Sep 15, 201429 min

53 - The September Monologues

It is September, and something is different. The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson. The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: It varies, depending on where you are and when. Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com , and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or F...

Sep 01, 201423 min

52 - The Retirement of Pamela Winchell

Mayor Pamela Winchell enjoys her retirement from politics, but she's being offered a new job. Plus, renovations at the bowling alley, updates from the desert otherworld, and a review of the new restaurant Tourniquet. Weather: "Here I Land" by Nicholas Stevenson ( nicholasstevenson.co.uk ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale....

Aug 15, 201431 min

51 - Rumbling

Carlos reports on strange developments in the otherworld desert. Plus new announcements from a new mayor, a look at horoscopes, and a message from Desert Bluffs. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "Echo in the Hills" by Carrie Elkin and Danny Schmidt( carrieelkin.com and dannyschmidt.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcom...

Jul 30, 201427 min

50 - Capital Campaign

The Night Vale Community College begins a capital campaign to fund a new science center. Tourniquet hires a new sous chef, inauguration day for the new mayor, and an update from the otherworld desert. This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman. Weather: "Ghost Story" by Charming Disaster ( charmingdisaster.bandcamp.com ) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com . Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil B...

Jul 15, 201428 min

49 - Old Oak Doors Part B

Night Vale begins its revolt against StrexCorp, and old oak doors are opening all over town. Good things are coming through. Terrible things are coming through. Also there's a mayoral election. Second of a two-part episode. This episode was recorded live at The Town Hall in NYC on June 4, 2014. Guest Voices (part 2): Hal Lublin, Kevin R. Free, Jasika Nicole, Symphony Sanders, Dylan Marron, Jackson Publick, and Mara Wilson Weather: “Call Off Your Ghost” by Dessa, featuring Aby Wolf and Paper Tige...

Jul 01, 201443 min
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