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Independent Podcast Awards shortlist, Inception Point's quantity over quality gamble, Patreon's Creator pages update, and more

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The Hi Nay Podcast @hinaypod.bsky.social · 23d

Listen to Hi Nay episode 68!!!

#audiodrama #horrorpodcast

I got too busy to make an official new episode post yesterday so I'll do it later, but I think you should all listen to the new Hi Nay episode with such memorable moments as

"He took too much cocaine so he decided to bring him to the beach"

"Thank you for trusting me with this knife so I can do some murders"

and

"Old man doesn't understand modern technology but knows how to text his boyfriend"

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Tal | TAFCON @starplanes.bsky.social · 23d

You have the opportunity to be the 69th backer!!!

TAFCON — The Audio Fiction Convention @tafcon.bsky.social · 24d

WE'RE SO CLOSE! Help us reach the finish line!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/taf...

The Audio Fiction Convention is 90% Funded!

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · 23d

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Fiction Podcast Weekly: Audio Drama News: Independent Podcast Awards shortlist, Inception Point's quantity over quality gamble, Patreon's Creator pages update, and more. Have a listen:

Highlights from the Fiction Podcast Weekly newsletter, in a concentrated...

Spotify Silences The Tower's Tunes, MacDowell Colony's Upcoming Deadline, Spectral Secrets from Sarah and Asa, and Zookeepers Debut

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Saraaaaah of Golding, Voice Actor n stuff @saraaaaah.bsky.social · 29d

The #audiofiction newsletter is unmissable
& also
I keep forgetting 2tell it about #IndieAf releases (interviews wi folk AF)
Cos
I’m so hard @ work making it & other joyous things
This week-What podhosts with @thislindsey.bsky.social @oz9podcast.bsky.social @beyondshakes.bsky.social & #crystalstorm

The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Fiction Podcast Weekly: Audio Drama News: Spotify Silences The Tower's Tunes, MacDowell Colony's Upcoming Deadline, Spectral Secrets from Sarah and Asa, and Zookeepers Debut. Have a listen:

Highlights from the Fiction Podcast Weekly newsletter, in a concentrated...

The Truth About Audio-Only Podcasts, Inception Point's offensive, The Parable's Allegory, and more

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · 26d

This morning I was really unhappy about the state of the world and then I remembered "'Stay angry, little Meg,' Mrs. Whatsit whispered. 'You will need all your anger now." and you know what, FICTION SAVES LIVES.
fiction-podcast-weekly.beehiiv.com/p/the-truth-...

Plus: the shortlist for the Independent Podcast Awards, OnAir Presents, TAFCON, money for artists in Delaware, The Imison Audio Drama Awards, and new podcasts for your queue. Did horror podcast season...

TAFCON: The Audio Fiction Convention

The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 8

My pet human @lindsay1970.bsky.social is backing this because she wants to go. I can't go because I'm on the no-fly list, because I'm a tiger. I also don't have any money (see: tiger) But you should.

TAFCON — The Audio Fiction Convention @tafcon.bsky.social · Sep 7

The Audio Fiction Convention Kickstarter IS LIVE! Get your tickets to the event here!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/taf...

A one-day in-person con for creators and fans of audio fiction.

www.kickstarter.com

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TAFCON — The Audio Fiction Convention @tafcon.bsky.social · Sep 7

The Audio Fiction Convention Kickstarter IS LIVE! Get your tickets to the event here!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/taf...

TAFCON: The Audio Fiction Convention

A one-day in-person con for creators and fans of audio fiction.

www.kickstarter.com

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Fiction Podcast Weekly: Audio Drama News: Blubrry's expansion, Is Podcasting Live the Next Big Thing? Best Wireless Mics, Indie AF's trifecta, Trinity Squad and more. Have a listen:

Blubrry's expansion, Is Podcasting Live the Next Big Thing? Best Wireless Mics, Indie AF's trifecta, Trinity Squad and more

Highlights from the Fiction Podcast Weekly newsletter, in a concentrated...

Blubrry's pricing, the simplest mics, Indie AF's behind-the-scenes chats with David Ault, Renfield and Give Me Away's hivemind, and more

The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 5

The #FictionPodcastWeekly shares the warm embrace of the London Podcast Festival, @saraaaaah.bsky.social 's Indie AF chats with @davidault.bsky.social , @macrogers.bsky.social and the Gideon Medians, casting calls, money for artists, and more.
fiction-podcast-weekly.beehiiv.com/p/blubrry-s-...

Plus: fiscal support for Flemish artists, a residency in which you redefine the real world, casting calls, and the magic of live events

The Fiction Podcast Weekly

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Tom Crowley @atomcrowley.bsky.social · Sep 4

London Podcast Festival: The Big Tom Crowley Weekender!
• @beefanddairy.bsky.social, 2pm, Sat 6 Sep
• Crowley Time: Link's Gambit, 4:30pm, Sun 7 Sep
• @woodenovercoats.bsky.social, 7pm, Sun 7 Sep
Tickets at kingsplace.co.uk

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 2

Audio Drama and Fiction Podcasters, do you have behind-the-scenes resources, casting calls, calls for scripts, or podcast debuts? Please send them to the Fiction Podcast weekly so that we can send your news to more audio drama and fiction podcast creators. www.thepodcasthost.com/fictionpodca...

Fiction Podcast Weekly is email newsletter, bringing you the latest from the world of audio fiction, audio drama, and sound storytelling.

www.thepodcasthost.com

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Fiction Podcast Weekly: Audio Drama News: Spotify Silences The Tower's Tunes, MacDowell Colony's Upcoming Deadline, Spectral Secrets from Sarah and Asa, and Zookeepers Debut. Have a listen:

Spotify Silences The Tower's Tunes, MacDowell Colony's Upcoming Deadline, Spectral Secrets from Sarah and Asa, and Zookeepers Debut

Highlights from the Fiction Podcast Weekly newsletter, in a concentrated...

The SP/PM/PN merger raises questions, London Podcast Festival, TAFCON on the horizon, Keeping the Zoo, and more

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Aug 29

The #FictionPodcastWeekly notices the dwindling number of resources available to podcasters outside the "two mics, one opinion" mold, and rages against the dying of the light. MAKE MORE EXCITING EXPERIENCES! #audiodrama #fictionpodcast
fiction-podcast-weekly.beehiiv.com/p/the-sp-pm-...

Plus, How to Write a Masterful Ghost Story, 11th Hour Audio Challenge, The MacDowell Fellowship, Who Killed the Narrative Podcast, resources for podcasters and new shows for your queue.

The Fiction Podcast Weekly

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Aug 26

Do you have news, behind-the-scenes-resources or casting calls for audio drama and fiction podcast creators? Why not share it with The Fiction Podcast Weekly?
www.thepodcasthost.com/fictionpodca...

Fiction Podcast Weekly is email newsletter, bringing you the latest from the world of audio fiction, audio drama, and sound storytelling.

www.thepodcasthost.com

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · Aug 18

VO CASTING CLOSING AT MIDNIGHT! Don’t miss your chance to audition for “THE BALLAD OF PUSS & BOOTS”!!!

Written by navi
Musical Composition & Sound Design by Ryako
Directed by Emma Love and Madeleine Regina

DEADLINE: TODAY, AUG 18 @ MIDNIGHT
AUDITION FORM: forms.gle/6H6g9ivCouPs...

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Tom Crowley @atomcrowley.bsky.social · Aug 22

Feast your eyes! It’s the poster for Crowley Time Live: Link’s Gambit by the astonishing @lordhurk.bsky.social! The show premieres at London Podcast Festival 2025, 4:30pm, Sun 7th Sep, guest starring Chiara Goldsmith and Andy Secombe with live music from @odinnoh.bsky.social!
live.crowleytime.com

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Audio AF Auditions @audioafauditions.bsky.social · Aug 22

Will is a fabukous force for good in this realm

Ping awayyyyy>>>

wil 🦇 @itswil.bsky.social · Aug 21

and also:

hi, i'm the managing editor for Podcast Marketing Magic and i write editions every other week!

I TAKE PRESS RELEASES AND INFORMAL UPDATES ABOUT COOL SHIT YOU'RE DOING

I WILL INCLUDE IT

LET ME SUPPORT YOU I LOVE YOU

hit me up always at wil at tink media dot co (NOT dot com!)

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Lauren Shippen @laurenshippen.com · Aug 25

I am so INCREDIBLY excited to be directing an audio adaptation of one of my all-time favorite books, especially with such an amazing cast and alongside an absolutely fabulous director!!!

Re: Frankenstein | Re: Dracula | Re: Carmilla @redracula.bsky.social · Aug 24

We're so excited to have @laurenshippen.com and @spacesword.bsky.social directing Re: Frankenstein!

Re: Frankenstein directors: Lauren Shippen & Emma Johanna Puranen

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Tal | TAFCON @starplanes.bsky.social · Aug 26

We're crowdfunding next month for an in-person audio fiction con next year! Follow our kickstarter prelaunch page to get an email when it launches! audiofictioncon.com

TAFCON

The Audio Fiction Convention

audiofictioncon.com

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Last Dance @last-dance-media.bsky.social · Aug 26

Another great episode, especially for all the voice actors out there.

You can also try and pick out @davidault.bsky.social from the host of voices we got for the Everyman in episode 12! It was a really pleasant surprise to see him pop up in the responses.

Audio AF Auditions @audioafauditions.bsky.social · Aug 26

New #IndieAF popped onto the feed this weekend with a chat about #voiceacting with the brilliant @davidault.bsky.social

Jump in and get an insight into his process, and some gems of advice and experience

pod.link/1599320192
Next week>Mac Rogers & team on Give Me Awayyy
& please do
Rate & review!

David smiling at his mic in a black hoodie and blankets and foam behind and to his right for sound proofing those wave reflections!

Sarah demonstrating the mic proximity distance with thumb to chin and Hawaii mahalo sign in a white fluffy poncho and blue glasses with Jaws blanket behind in her makeshift booth

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Aug 26

Mmmm...

homer simpson is looking at a plate of food with a pig on it

Alt: homer simpson is looking at a plate of food with a pig on it

media.tenor.com

The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Aug 26

And you didn't tell me about this because...?
(flicks tail, stares in Fiction Podcast Tiger)

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The Fiction Podcast Weekly @fictionpodcastwkly.bsky.social · Aug 26

Is this what humans call "gilding the lily?" Just checking.