11th Hour Audio

Desperate to contact his Grandmother (Jenelle Sosa), Brent (PG Lorusso) takes some extraordinary measures to stay in touch. Features Linda Mason, Jennifer Harder and Amye Lewis. Directed by Samantha Mason. Music by Lucien Desar. Sound Design by Mike de Almeida. Theme music and editing by Matthew J Boudreau. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aþæanuka - 95th day of Bäkkos, 5th year of the Vær, 101st GenerationThe journey to the Skundr begins. This week on the 11th Hour Audio Podcast we’re featuring an episode of Counterbalance, an immersive high fantasy audio drama presented in a found-footage style. The story follows three unlikely companions traveling across the mountain Skundr to repair a tear in the magical Weave that holds their world together. As spirits escape and chaos spreads across the mountain, they must learn to work together to mend the damage before their own conflicts make things worse. The series follows a modern human suddenly stranded in a bronze-age-like world of magic, spirits, and non-human cultures, documenting the journey while searching for answers about what happened to the other humans who arrived in this world with her. Cast Raka – Kessir Riliniki Lyn – Carollyn Monterola Malaki – Eyþór Viðarsson (Blighthouse Studio) Auril – Travis Vengroff (The White Vault) Yosha – Hem Brewster (The Lucky Die) Akasar Eþiovar – Lani Minella (AudioGodz) Cerafaïn – Austin Beach (Broken Bard Studios) Additional Voices Whitney Johnson (Kalila Stormfire's Economical Magic Services) Tal Minear (Ungifts) Lucille Valentine (The Six Disappearances of Ella McCray) Written and dialogue edited by Kessir Riliniki Sound design by Sarah Buchynski (Polarity Audio Works) Theme music “Sál Svar” by Fuimadane from the album Vegleitir. Learn more and find where to listen at trilunis.com, or search Counterbalance wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a Blighthouse Studio production. Find the Transcript here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Vanishment podcast A dark fairy tale, 1920s England.Two Girl Guides awake in a dark forest to discover their whole camp has disappeared.One knows the secret.Only one will escape.Cast: Tarn Arthurs, Élise Brooks, Anna Compton, Imogen Dymott, Shiraz Engineer, Francesca Louise White.Producer - Matthew BoudreauWriter - Richard H. BrooksMusic - Amy Balcombe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Written, scored, and produced by Tom Parsons Robots, riddles, and ridiculous amounts of laughter—The Final Invasion reunites George and William, an alien-human couple whose home has been invaded one too many times. When their neighbour June suddenly appears out of thin air and a mysterious audience laugh-track begins haunting their every move, the trio find themselves trapped inside a bizarre sitcom-styled simulation. As alien spiders, impossible riddles, and an old enemy threaten them once again, secrets are revealed, loyalties are tested, and the galaxy's fate may depend on the most unlikely heroes. Featuring: Karim Kronfli as George Richard Ashwell as William Jo Ashe as June Matthew Boudreau as Perfectus Tuba Fiona Thraile as the Computer Voices Art by Faith McQuinn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When influencer dreams meet coastal folklore, the algorithm isn’t the only thing watching. Like and Subscribe follows Val — a van-life vlogger chasing digital stardom — and her boyfriend Kieron as they travel the Delaware coast to capture the perfect content. But as their channel, Cottagecore Van Life, grows, so does the tension between them. When a local ghost story becomes their next viral video idea, Kieron’s search for the “ghost light” turns deadly, unleashing a presence that feeds on attention itself. Produced by 6630 Productions & 11th Hour AudioWritten by Lindsay Harris-FrielDirected & Sound Designed by Matthew BoudreauMusic by Vincent FrielA 2025 11th Hour Audio Challenge Production Cast Val (Valerina) – Ashton Haugen Kieron – Christopher Keown Bluejean (BJ) – Julie Hoverson Sam – AJ DeLong Masterclass Voice – Tim Heffernan Daddy’s Voicemail – Karim Kronfli Phone Voice – Faith McQuinn The Mimic Spirit – composed from Val & Kieron’s own recordings Sound Design by Matthew Boudreau Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description/Synopsis Pigeon Hole Productions presents TWO LOCKED ROOM MISERIES: LIBERATION: Eleanor is undergoing a series of avant-garde therapies to help her with her problems. But are her husband and her doctor telling her the truth, and are they actually equipped to help her? REEMERGENCE: Caught in a liminal space, Martin Fell is told many conflicting—and shocking— ideas about his identity. What is his true purpose? Will he reemerge into his true form? Cast and Crew LIBERATION: Written by Paul Spencer. Starring Cliff Chapman (Jon and the Narrator), Karen Bartke (Doctor Drake), and Fiona Thraille (Eleanor and the Angelus Ignis). Mixing and sound design by Neil Jones. Directed by Paul Spencer. REEMERGENCE: Written by Neil Jones. Starring Darlene Jack (Helena), Cliff Chapman (Martin Fell) Peter Maxwell (Leonard Karsh), and Fiona Thraille (Bluntcut). Mixing and sound design by Neil Jones. Directed by Neil Jones. TWO LOCKED DOOR MISERIES was produced for the 2025 Eleventh Hour Audio Challenge during October, 2025 by Neil Jones and Paul Spencer. Licensing Rights & Info (if Applicable) LIBERATION: The music used was "Welcome to HorrorLand" by Kevin MacLeod from incompetech.com. Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 4.0 license. REEMERGENCE: The music used was "Magic Escape Room" by Kevin MacLeod from incompetech.com. Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 4.0 license. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's go camping out in the woods, he said...I've hidden all your mobile phones so we can get closer to nature, he said...Go easy on those tasty and seemingly innocious snacks, he said...What could possibly go wrong...Cast & Crew (list roles and names):Written and Produced by Stephen NewhandRandy: Stephen NewhandJason: Joe KilcarCharles: Brandon GamblinRachel: Kat McQueenStephanie: Anna GaseckaNewscaster: Mrs Newhand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a mysterious entity terrorizes the city, Quinton races across town to reach his sister Phaedra and hopefully safety. Cast and Crew Quinton - Bernie Horton Phaedra - Marion Toro Jerome - John Manson Carly - Courtney Holly Store Owner - Matthew Boudreau Customer - Dani McQuinn Dave - Tchaositself Teenager - Maddie Girouard Co-Worker - Stephanie Johnson Helicopter Announcer - KW Smith Writer/Producer - Faith McQuinn Story Concept - Faith & Dani McQuinn Sound Design & Mix - Xperience J Music - Michael Parkhurst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wait here. Created and performed by Owen McCuen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An old woman walks to church, but stumbles on an unpleasant discovery. This short audio experiment is meant for kids and families to enjoy together during the spooky season. Content warning: Jump scare, wet chewing sounds. Adapted from the folk song by Ted Harris Performed by Ted Harris and Lindsay Harris Friel Editing, sound design, and music by Ted Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in at 11 am October 30 as we dish up this years batch of fresh frights from some of audio dramas to producers! 11th Hour Audio Challenge 2025 — Premiere Schedule All times Pacific (US / Oregon) 11:00 AM – Old Woman12:00 PM – Wait Here1:00 PM – In the City of Shadows2:00 PM – It Came From Behind the Tent3:00 PM – Two Locked Room Miseries4:00 PM – Like and Subscribe Follow the premieres on the 11th Hour Audio Podcast Feed or wherever you get your podcasts. #11thHourAudioChallenge #MakeAScene #AudioDrama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into Apollyon, the award-winning sci-fi audio drama created by writer and director Faith McQuinn with sound design by Joshua Suhy. Set in the 22nd century, Apollyon tells the story of a world forever changed by a deadly virus and the scientists racing to secure humanity’s future. But what truly sets Apollyon apart is its heart. Faith McQuinn crafts characters who are three-dimensional, intimate, and deeply human—relationships that feel both familiar and surprising, driving the tension and emotion at every turn. Joshua Suhy complements that vision with immersive sound design, building the sense of space and atmosphere that makes the world come alive. Together, Faith and Joshua show how creative teams transform compelling stories into fully realized experiences. Apollyon isn’t just a podcast you hear—it’s a world you inhabit. Seasons 1 and 2, along with the mini-series Patient Zero and Chronicles, are available now wherever you listen to podcasts. Season 3 is in pre-production and will debut in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show Notes for Facebook Announcement 🚨 Calling All Audio Creators: The 11th Hour Audio Challenge Is Here! Join us this October for the 11th Hour Audio Challenge, a yearly event by Aural Stage Studios that invites teams to craft original audio shows in just one month. It’s a thrilling exercise in creative pressure—and problem-solving under time constraints.UberDuoUberDuo What You Need to Know: When? Record and post-produce your show in October. The final deadline: 11 PM on October 28th.UberDuoUberDuo Script Length? Keep it concise—under 30 pages.UberDuoUberDuo Teamwork Required: Shows should involve more than one production company to foster cross-collaboration.UberDuoUberDuo Originality Matters: All materials must be original or clearly licensed; avoid copyright headaches.UberDuo Why Join? This challenge encourages connection, creativity, and collaboration within the audio storytelling space. Participants hone skills, learn quick creative strategies, and form meaningful partnerships—all under the clock.UberDuoUberDuo How to Participate: Join the Discord to meet collaborators and get updates.UberDuo Submit your show via the online form before the 11 PM October 28 deadline. Required details include: Team name & contact info Show title, synopsis, and cover art Runtime, cast & crew list Audio file Licensing info (if applicable) Acknowledgment of the rules and date requirementsUberDuo+1 Celebrate with Us: After submitting, listen in on the 11th Hour Audio Podcast to revel in the creativity—and yes, the carnage!UberDuo 👉 Ready to answer the challenge? Head over to Aural Stage Studios to learn more or jump straight into the submission process:11th Hour Audio Challenge – Aural Stage Studios Let’s see what eerie, inventive stories you’ll conjure before the clock strikes 11 PM, October 28. Good luck—and have a wickedly fun time creating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another year over, Owen wraps up the challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investigative reporter and podcaster Wilhelmina Grimald reports on the disappearance of Rosalie Miller, a young woman who mysteriously disappeared a year ago in Lexington, Kentucky. But has Wilhelmina touched on a subject that is better left alone? Cast and Crew: Courtney Holly as Wilhelmina Grimald Owen McCuen as Emerald Prescott Karim Kronfli as Raymond Miller Serena Marie Smith as Beth Palamo Matthew Boudreau as Jacob Palamo Stef Howerton as Bunny Prescott Brad Oxnam as Kenneth Prescott Danny Cooper as The Assistant William Candelaria as The Guard Kyle Nishimura as The Server -- Written & Directed by Faith McQuinn Sound Design & Mix by Joshua Suhy Music by Michael Parkhurst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Observer Pictures producer Faith McQuinn talks about her experiences with 11th Hour Audio Challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Punching Out" by Jenni Stukin and Ruby Fink is a dark comedy that combines office humor with a zombie apocalypse twist, focusing on Rosie, a young woman excited for her last day at work before opening her dream pet bakery. Alongside her is Clea, a loyal friend harboring unspoken romantic feelings for Rosie. Just as the office begins planning Rosie’s farewell, a radio broadcast announces an alarming zombie outbreak. The quirky office crew—optimistic pacifist Atlas, sarcastic and gruff Melby, bold and witty Marge, and awkward, hopeful Dave—must abruptly shift gears, transforming from lighthearted coworkers into reluctant survivalists. Under Melby’s assertive leadership, they barricade the doors, scramble to create makeshift weapons, and brace themselves for whatever the apocalypse throws their way. Throughout the chaos, the story finds darkly humorous moments as each character reveals unexpected layers. Atlas, true to his “love warrior” nature, tries to connect with a zombie child, only to meet a grim fate, emphasizing the futility of his pacifist beliefs in such dire circumstances. Meanwhile, Melby and Marge humorously take a moment for intimacy amidst the crisis, and Dave’s attempts to impress Rosie lead him to hide his infection, ultimately forcing Marge to make a tough decision for the group’s safety. As the situation becomes increasingly hopeless, Clea finally confesses her feelings for Rosie, and together, they make a last stand before securing themselves in a bank vault. Leaving a note outside for potential rescuers, they cling to a glimmer of hope they will be found. Cast/Crew Written by Jenni Stukin and Ruby Fink Hannah Edelson, as Rosie Violet Fink as Clea Corey McCarey as Dave Chris Jowers as Atlas Bethany Murray as Marge and Jonathon Garret Swenson as Melby, Rob and Zombies Sound Mixing and Editing by Ruby Fink Artwork by Violet Fink SFX from Freesound.org Music by Shiver and Yeobo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the night of November 3rd 1924, two men visit an old friend recently returned from Europe. But neither could be prepared for the madness that lurks just below the surface. Castandcrew: Written and Produced by Daniel Huras Starring: Karim Kronfli as Professor Vernon Carter Jacob the Bear from Big Bear Radio as Henry Blanchard Daniel Huras from The Beat of Bale Wings Podcast as James Gibson Music Provided by Michael Parkhurst of the Arkham Horrors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Counterbalance's Kessir Riliniki explains why you should participate and listen to 11th Hour Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard the urban legend that says that people eat spiders in their sleep? Turns out it's true. Written and performed by Owen McCuen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices