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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · 9d

Less than a week to go!

Starstrider Productions @starstriderpods.bsky.social · 11d

The Man Himself... Count Dracula.

Only one week left until our first episode of Dracula: 2004 releases on the 4th of October! Are you ready for The Man Himself to slither into your ears?

Find our website here: dracula2004.wordpress.com

A piece of character art for Count Dracula in the podcast Dracula: 2004. In the top left corner, gothic script reads "The Man Himself". Dracula has long dark hair with a long beard and moustache. He wears a long, ragged black cloak and has red eyes. Behind him is a lit, old-fashioned lantern, and he carries a series of old-fashioned keys on a long red ribbon. The colour scheme of the art is black and dark red.

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Aug 16

The biggest season yet. The longest episodes we’ve ever created. And a truly satisfying conclusion to the story of Red Valley. Arriving in your eardrums in 2026. Look out for more info in the future.

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Aug 15

A Season 5 Update!

The final season of Red Valley sits in a quietly humming cryopod. The team at Kontinue Productions stands round it rubbing their chins, pushing buttons and eating pizza. Everything’s looking fine in there but best get a little update readout…

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jul 30

🚨Season 5 mention! 🚨 It’s happening, it’s really happening. Are you ready for the final season? #redvalleypod

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Jul 30

On Sunday the four of us got together in the studio to properly start recording on Season 5!

In a slightly terrifying turn of events, our shared detective work revealed we may not have actually all been in the studio in person at the same time since…2021 🫨

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jun 25

Sink your teeth into the first full trailer for Dracula: 2004!
I’m thrilled to be part of this dark, stylish reimagining, and you can hear me alongside an incredible cast when the show is release in October. Stay tuned for more!

Maddy Searle @maddyisabstract.bsky.social · Jun 25

The first full trailer for Dracula: 2004 is here! Listen now to hear our lead cast in their full glory! Follow @starstriderpods.bsky.social for updates!

Dracula: 2004

Starstrider Productions presents: The year is 2004. Flip-phones are in vogue, MySpace has just been launched, and Britney Spears’ Toxic is top of the charts. And Castle Dracula is about to receive a y...

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Apr 27

Something is stirring in the dark… it’s the Dracula: 2004 trailer and theme song! Last week of the crowdfunder too, so don’t be scared of taking a look. It won’t bite. Or, maybe it will?

Starstrider Productions @starstriderpods.bsky.social · Apr 26

Come and listen to our amazing actors and BANGING new theme song! In honour of being in our final week of crowdfunding, we have put together a little teaser to whet your appetites...

Transcript here: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Apr 6

Love this. ❤️ Definitely had one of those phones too. 😋

Starstrider Productions @starstriderpods.bsky.social · Apr 4

Proudly introducing... Arthur Holmwood!

Arthur is a bit of a charmer with a bad habit of name-dropping (did he tell you about the time he met Princess Di...?) He is loyal, kind and makes excellent cheese on toast. Arthur is ride or die for his girlfriend, Lucy.

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Apr 2

Arthur Holmwood reporting for duty. Just point me to the nearest vampire. ⚔️ The crowdfunder for this epic new adaptation of Dracula is now live! Come sink your teeth into this one. It’s going to be special. www.indiegogo.com/projects/dra...

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Mar 22

Can’t believe it’s been 5 years since we first launched Red Valley. Now here we are, deep into production on the 5th and final season. What a journey it’s been, and I’m so grateful for everyone who’s been a part of it. ❤️

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Mar 22

Oh hey! Glad someone’s keeping count. 5 years! 😱 Shout out to everyone who’s ever listened, and a special secret handshake for anyone who’s been with us since 2020!

sof @justsonch.bsky.social · Mar 22

happy 5 years of red valley <3

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Starstrider Productions @starstriderpods.bsky.social · Mar 16

Tagging some of our wonderful cast and crew! @atomcrowley.bsky.social @loujsutcliffe.bsky.social @flloydwith2ells.bsky.social @anusiabattersby.bsky.social @alanmandel.bsky.social @meabhdebrun.bsky.social @marniemcflyva.bsky.social @ramenbeard.bsky.social @sarahgolding.bsky.social

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Mar 17

Thrilled to take on the role of Arthur Holmwood in this new audio adaptation of Dracula! Ready to face the challenge of hunting down vampires & bringing this classic story to life. Sign up to the crowdfunding page below to keep up to date. Stay tuned!

Starstrider Productions @starstriderpods.bsky.social · Mar 16

Cast reveal!

Some eagle-eyed listeners might have already spotted this on our crowdfunding page...

This is our fantastic cast so far! If you're excited to hear all of these lovely voices in your ears, please consider donating to our crowdfunding campaign when April rolls around.

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Mar 15

This has made my week! Big love to all Gordon cosplayers out there. I see you and I appreciate you. ❤️

Noah Dao @noahdeaart.bsky.social · Mar 15

I MET 2 GORDONS 🫡🫶 you're both so lovely 😗❤️

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 23

Thank you so much for your kind words Lauren! Season 4 was a massive undertaking, but we’re so proud of it. Excited to share that Season 5 is already shaping up to be our biggest season yet!

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 23

Thanks for your kind words Lindsay! So glad you’re enjoying the show. ☺️

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 15

And, of course, last but not least, an enormous thank you to our incredible fans for tuning in and being part of this journey, you’re the reason we keep pushing to make each season better than the last. See you for season 5! (The definite actual final season of Red Valley)

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 15

This season truly shines thanks to our phenomenal team. Jon, Richard, Carol and now Luke, are absolute masters of their work and an absolute dream to work with, and I genuinely could not ask for a better cast. So many unforgettable performances this season!

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 15

I couldn’t be more proud of the amazing team that worked tirelessly on bringing season 4 of @redvalleypod.bsky.social to life. It’s been an incredible journey, and it’s taken a village of talented, passionate, and downright amazing people to make this happen. Here’s just a few of them hard at work.☺️

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 9

The response to Red Valley’s season 4 finale has been phenomenal! Huge thanks to everyone who’s listened. Your feedback means the world—keep sharing your thoughts!

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 9

We’ve been building towards this moment… the season finale of Red Valley is now live! You really don’t want to miss it. Available now wherever you get your podcasts!

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Feb 9

🚨SEASON FINALE!🚨

‘Just hold your bloody nerve.’

It’s time! Season 4, Episode 6: ‘A Person From Porlock’, is out now!

Listen to the season finale wherever you find podcasts or use the link below!👇

pod.link/1502771083

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 7

Less than 48 hours until we unleash one of my favourite episodes we’ve ever made. Prepare yourselves, it’s an explosive finale.

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Feb 2

‘Just hold your bloody nerve.’

Season 4 Episode 6 - ‘A Person From Porlock’

The Season 4 finale is out everywhere Feb 9th, and available through our early access feed - The Cryopod - right now!

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 2

Early Access subscribers. Are you ready?

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Feb 1

Ahead of the reveal of the final poster for this season of @redvalleypod.bsky.social, here’s the sneakiest of peaks.

I hope you’re all ready for @noahdeaart.bsky.social’s epic masterpiece.

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jan 25

Penultimate episode of season 4 of @redvalleypod.bsky.social is released tomorrow. It answers some questions but asks so many more. Are you ready? Catch it wherever you get your podcasts.

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jan 19

This episode packs a punch, and @noahdeaart.bsky.social’s artwork is a knockout. He never misses!

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Jan 19

‘I know how it feels to hate.’

Season 4 Episode 5 - ‘The Gentle Art’

Out everywhere Jan 26th, and available through our early access feed right now!

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jan 19

Duly noted. It’s not in the current plans, as our focus is on season 5 and the end of Red Valley right now, but you can never say never. 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Alan Mandel @alanmandel.bsky.social · Jan 18

Such a joy working with these talented and just downright lovely people. 🥰

redvalleypod @redvalleypod.bsky.social · Jan 18

Celebrating friends old and new in our current episode!

May Cunningham returns to blow the damn roof off!

Sophia Hannides is back as your favourite cruise liner barmaid with an interesting side hustle!

Paul & Barbara are sound master Richard’s mum and dad!

And yes. Ed Tudor Pole.

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