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Slumberland

127 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratings

This audio drama invites your ears to visit Slumberland, a small island town in the US. Come along with Thomas Edward M, the freelance soundman. He's been hired to meet the locals and record their oral histories for the town's time capsule. The unfolding history of the town mixes folklore, paranormal, mystery and humor.

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115 - Slippery Shanty - Big Two-Hearted Recycler

February 29, 2024 03:58 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB

The Slippery Shanty underground bar features a Shelf of Honor. On that shelf you'll find impressive objects like a one hundred year old bottle of bourbon. The shelf used to display Slumberland's Poetry Trophy, which is a man-fish statue with a curious history. This episode's alternate title: "Hem & Howie" (American Authors Series, Volume 1) More about Slumberland at this link. Songs by Fields Ohio appear courtesy the creative commons license CC BY-SA 4.0 Purchase Fields Ohio music a...

114 - The Acronymicon

January 29, 2024 14:27 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MB

What inspired Tomas Anonymous to create the metal cube sculpture titled "Coyote's Vox Box?" Tomas visits his sculpture in Slumberland's Memorial Garden while he tells this story, which involves a mysterious book known as The Acronymicon. More about Slumberland at this link. Songs by Fields Ohio appear courtesy the creative commons license CC BY-SA 4.0 Purchase Fields Ohio music at Bandcamp Winter Séance in Linden // Down and Out On 9th and High // from the album "Our Paper Hearts Drif...

113 - Slippery Shanty - Fish Eye Serum

December 27, 2023 13:13 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Tonight at the Slippery Shanty, Buddy Friday Junior and Tomas Anonymous try to help their pal Captain Delmar Silverfish. The Captain's in bad shape due to drinking a mysterious concoction known as "Fish Eye Serum." Buddy tells tales of his high seas adventures with Captain Silverfish and the origins of the mysterious drink. More about Slumberland at this link. Michael Lanier performs the role of Buddy Friday Junior and also performs the original shanty "Royal Blue Vinegaroons" Please si...

112 - Meh-Nah-Wha Escarpments vs Scorpions

November 03, 2023 21:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

In the town of Slumberland there's a semi-secret underground bar called the Slippery Shanty. An establishment full of local lore and adult beverages. The background music you hear is comes from a small wooden box with a speaker. The box sits on a high shelf and seems innocent enough but there's something mysterious about the box. Its owner, Tomas Anonymous, tells the story of how he found this box. More about Slumberland at this link. Songs by Fields Ohio appear courtesy the creative com...

111 - Slippery Shanty - The Red Eye

October 13, 2023 16:35 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

You're invited down into the semi-secret underground bar located beneath the Supper Shack. An establishment full of local lore and adult beverages. The nominal proprietor is Captain Delmar Silverfish, but his current catatonic state prevents you from really getting to know the good captain, just yet. Something sinister could be involved, and it's up to Tomas Anonymous to sort it out with some help from Omar Evanston and Chip Woode. More about Slumberland at this link. Audio Tape Narrator...

110 - The Ten Year Professor

September 23, 2023 13:07 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

The day before Thomas Edward M first arrived in Slumberland he recorded his conversation with Japhet Allergy, a strange man calling himself the "Ten Year Professor." This recording has never been shared before, but now it's part of Slumberland's Oral History Project, and you're welcome to hear it. You might also ask, "where do you see yourself in ten years?" More about Slumberland at this link. The music is "Dorothean" by Blue Dot Sessions, courtesy of Free Music Archive and a CC BY-NC l...

109 - The Celebrated Joring Dogs of Slumberland Township

August 14, 2023 15:59 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MB

It's time for the regional dog bikejoring race! Tomas Anonymous is your commentator, focusing on the two Slumberland residents competing in this year's race, which takes place on Slumberland Island. Only one dog / bicycle rider team can win first place, who will it be? More about Slumberland at this link. The song "More Than One Answer" is by the band Negativland, from their album Speech Free Negativland's press release states: "As our marketing research suggests, these catchy tunes ca...

108 - Arcanery Sonic Studio 9000 - Robots

July 28, 2023 15:10 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

Tomas Anonymous and Chip Woode snooped around inside Slumberland's Community Dome and got themselves into a pickle. The dome contains a room that nobody had gone inside for decades. At first glance it appears to be a sound recording studio booth of some sort. But the duo find themselves locked inside with a strange robot giving them instructions. Is this some kind of escape room? Not exactly; it's the Arcanery Sonic Studio 9000! More about Slumberland at this link. Chip Woode performed b...

107 - Lorem Lighthouse

June 28, 2023 04:11 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

On the island town of Slumberland, a tower built from yellow bricks has stood for over a century. This structure is known as the "Lorem Lighthouse." A student named Elaina McElian just finished her research report about the lighthouse, and she's excited for you to hear it. More about Slumberland at this link. Elaina McElian performed by Alex Nursall, a director, writer, illustrator, and chronically sleepy person based out of Toronto. She is the co-creator/writer, director, and voice of J...

106 - Waiting for Lozar

April 14, 2023 13:14 - 6 minutes - 9.64 MB

Tomas drops what he's doing and leaves Slumberland Island when he receives a phone call from Homeland Security Officer, who says that Slumberland residents Omar Evanston and Chip Woode have been detained for questioning. More about Slumberland at this link. Chip Woode performed by Kevin J Drieberg Check out his music and more here! The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: sonicfreak, gutek, jonathantremblay, cllari__owi, bouncyballblue, and kyste...

105 - Atlas Absurda - Hartania, Ulip Uqbar

March 24, 2023 15:42 - 7 minutes - 11.3 MB

Atlas Absurda is a podcast show hosted by Britte Thynoire, which explores unbelievably unique places around the world. In this episode Britte visits Slumberland Island to seek Ulip Uqbar, a man with a rare heritage. Ulip emigrated from the Principality of Hartania, which has been dubbed "the lost country" by those who research these sorts of things. More about Slumberland at this link. Britte Thynoire performed by Angela Yih Angela is a creative force behind the audio drama podcast Resi...

105 - Atlas Absurda: Hartania, Ulip Uqbar

March 24, 2023 15:42 - 7 minutes - 11.3 MB

Atlas Absurda is a podcast show hosted by Britte Thynoire, which explores unbelievably unique places around the world. In this episode Britte visits Slumberland Island to seek Ulip Uqbar, a man with a rare heritage. Ulip emigrated from the Principality of Hartania, which has been dubbed "the lost country" by those who research these sorts of things. More about Slumberland at this link. Britte Thynoire performed by Angela Yih Angela is a creative force behind the audio drama podcast Resi...

104 - Non Sequitur Engine Start!

February 24, 2023 15:09 - 6 minutes - 9.71 MB

Some time ago, a freak thunderstorm hit the town of Slumberland, and local resident Omar Evanston vanished during the maelstrom. Now he's back, along with his great grand-nephew, hip-hop artist Chip Woode. More about Slumberland at this link. Chip Woode performed by Kevin J Drieberg Check out his music and more here! The song "Top Secret Flight of Apollo Squared" is by Kevin J Drieberg The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: davidjgurney. Th...

103 - Lozar at the Peaking Lights Show

February 06, 2023 17:26 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MB

Years ago, Thomas Edward M attended a live performance by a band called Peaking Lights. As usual, Thomas brought his recording equipment to the show. But his microphone captured more than he expected when a mysterious Russian "businessman" named Lozar approached him. More about Slumberland at this link. Lozar performed by Nicolás Esteban Lobos Opitz, aka estrolapak Available for hire on fiverr! The song "Marshmellow Yellow" is by Peaking Lights You can hear their live music here! ...

102 - Sip Zip: Bran Flakes

January 09, 2023 16:43 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

Years ago, Oskar Mielardeaux planned a big launch party for the brand of exotic coffee he owns. But a certain amphibian and two special guest DJs made the event unforgettable for Tomas Anonymous. Tomas presents this recording as part of the town's Oral History Project, which he inherited after Thomas Edward M's disappearance. More about Slumberland at this link. The songs "Porky Pig" and "Kitty Takes a Ride (Kitty Mix Up)" are by The Bran Flakes Please purchase Bran Flakes music here! ...

102 - Sip Zip - Bran Flakes

January 09, 2023 16:43 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

Years ago, Oskar Mielardeaux planned a big launch party for the brand of exotic coffee he owns. But a certain amphibian and two special guest DJs made the event unforgettable for Tomas Anonymous. Tomas presents this recording as part of the town's Oral History Project, which he inherited after Thomas Edward M's disappearance. More about Slumberland at this link. The songs "Porky Pig" and "Kitty Takes a Ride (Kitty Mix Up)" are by The Bran Flakes Please purchase Bran Flakes music here! ...

101 - Supper Shack: Chimney Crow

December 21, 2022 04:04 - 5 minutes - 8.31 MB

Years ago, Slumberland was visited by Chimney Crow, a band from Michigan. At the town's Supper Shack one night, Chimney Crow performed music for a local crowd. Tomas Anonymous presents this recording as part of the town's Oral History Project, which he inherited after Thomas Edward M's disappearance. More about Slumberland at this link. The songs "Maggots" and "Band Meeting" are by Chimney Crow Please purchase Chimney Crow music at bandcamp! The sound design in this episode owes thank...

101 - Supper Shack - Chimney Crow

December 21, 2022 04:04 - 5 minutes - 8.31 MB

Years ago, Slumberland was visited by Chimney Crow, a band from Michigan. At the town's Supper Shack one night, Chimney Crow performed music for a local crowd. Tomas Anonymous presents this recording as part of the town's Oral History Project, which he inherited after Thomas Edward M's disappearance. More about Slumberland at this link. The songs "Maggots" and "Band Meeting" are by Chimney Crow Please purchase Chimney Crow music at bandcamp! The sound design in this episode owes thank...

100 - The Bed Bug Part 5

October 24, 2022 15:28 - 19 minutes - 27.8 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

100 - The Bed Bug Part 4

October 21, 2022 12:45 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

100 - The Bed Bug Part 3

October 17, 2022 16:40 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

100 - The Bed Bug Part 2

October 14, 2022 02:57 - 19 minutes - 27.8 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

100 - The Bed Bug Part 1

October 10, 2022 13:40 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

100 - The Bed Bug Credits

October 10, 2022 13:39 - 6 minutes - 9.29 MB

A period of time has passed since the Coyote Club meeting. The sound recordings of Thomas Edward M are not yet available to present what happened when the residents of Slumberland bravely journeyed to the haunted beach and confronted Badamo's ghost, the Sandy Specter. Tonight, all are invited to attend the latest presentation of The Bed Bug! Slumberland's ongoing showcase of poetry, song and spoken word. A wonderful group of talented performers will entertain tonight. Ella Minnow Pierce wi...

099 - SNAFU

May 20, 2022 03:39 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MB

The special session of the Coyote Club proceeds with remote participation from Oskar Mielardeaux. Oskar relates a tale from his past involving a place called Neeble, a woman in a red dress, and a very auspicious camera. More about Slumberland at this link. Oskar Mielardeaux performed by Nick Sleeper. Hire Nick for your voice project at fiverr Ella Minnow Pierce performed by Jessica Syratt Follow Jessica Syratt on twitter “Nowhere, On Air” Music by Blue Dot Sessions. The sound desi...

098 - Scrapper Jo

March 25, 2022 13:47 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

The members of Slumberland's mysterious Coyote Club gather to discuss strategies for ridding the town of a long-time danger: the Sandy Specter. More about Slumberland at this link. Scrapper Jo performed by Jenn Dupree Ella Minnow Pierce performed by Jessica Syratt Follow Jessica Syratt on twitter “Nowhere, On Air” Music by Blue Dot Sessions and ROZKOL The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: connum, kevinkace, megaplenguin13, bewareofkites20...

097 - Sparrow

February 21, 2022 02:01 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MB

Delfina's Secret Oral History of the Del Becha's isn't complete without including a sound recording she took from a Special Intelligence Agent named Pooch Leyner. On his deathbed, "Poocho" reveals ominous details about the life and works of Doctor Heller Del Becha. Not to be outdone by Heller, Delfina wraps up her Secret Oral History with a summary of her own accomplishments and future goals. More about Slumberland at this link. Music by Blue Dot Sessions This episode is dedicated to t...

096 - Suffer Ink For Dummies

January 14, 2022 04:25 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

A virtual meeting via computer webcam reunites Thomas and his nemesis Delfina Del Becha. Delfina's decided it's time for Thomas to record her final additions to the Secret Oral History of the Del Bechas. More about Slumberland at this link. Delfina Del Becha performed by Kim Kreuzweiser Special guest appearances by Danielle Timmins as Flance Fleesel Ivanna Maria Ochoa Varuzza as Zulmy López Patrick McGinley as himself Patrick hosts the amazing podcast framework radio. If you dig int...

095 - Spacies

August 19, 2021 19:56 - 17 minutes - 25.1 MB

En route to see Jeepers, Thomas moves though Slumberland's subterranean tunnels. Along the way he bumps into Ella Minnow Pierce. He also reminisces about his youth, when he discovered a creepy video arcade game titled Witch's Tower. More about Slumberland at this link. Ella Minnow Pierce performed by Jessica Syratt Follow Jessica Syratt on twitter “Nowhere, On Air” The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: adcbicycle, pagancow, thanvannispen, ti...

094 - Sears Roebuck of Sword and Sorcery

June 26, 2021 04:35 - 35 minutes - 49.5 MB

Max MacGillicutty, the eccentric rich dude and quasi-resident of Slumberland, once again calls upon Thomas Edward M to sit with him, throw back a few, and listen to head-spinning yarns. The tales told this time around, center upon Max's ancestor in the 1860s. A man named Hexray Peeperman. Entrepreneur, war hero, inventor, and creator of "Notions and Fashions," a book which many consider to be the Sears and Roebuck of sword and sorcery. But it's best if Max explains what exactly that means. ...

093 - Supplemental 6 - Squatch Dispatch

March 18, 2021 03:25 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MB

While Thomas is busy working on the oral history project, two residents of Slumberland enter the do-it-yourself recording booth. Their mission: to spread information about the man named Tango, who stole a "Del Becha tape" and then went missing. More about Slumberland at this link. Romeo performed by David Wills, AKA The Weatherman This episode pays tribute to the talents and career of Richard Sala. Music by Bluedark The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project c...

093 - Supplemental 6: Squatch Dispatch

March 18, 2021 03:25 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MB

While Thomas is busy working on the oral history project, two residents of Slumberland enter the do-it-yourself recording booth. Their mission: to spread information about the man named Tango, who stole a "Del Becha tape" and then went missing. For more info please contact slumberlandpodcast at outlook dot com Written, recorded and performed by Tom Mansell Romeo performed by David Wills, AKA The Weatherman This episode pays tribute to the talents and career of Richard Sala. Music by...

092 - Sugar Smacks

February 19, 2021 15:13 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MB

A new day breaks and Thomas revisits the Slumberland Food Co-Op to meet Jeepers. Instead he chats with barista P.D. Singh, who has an extensive knowledge of breakfast cereal history. More about Slumberland at this link. Written, recorded and performed by Tom Mansell P.D. Singh performed by Katabelle Check out Katabelle's website! Chrysanthemum Jones performed by Elsie Escobar Elsie is a podcasting veteran and Libsyn's podcaster happiness expert, producing and hosting The Feed: The Of...

091 - Suck It Up, Buttercup!

January 22, 2021 14:32 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MB

The enormous metal sculpture of a woman's head floats in an expanse of water. Surrounded by fog, beneath cover of storm clouds, one man clings to the statue and faces a supernatural siren call. More about Slumberland at this link. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: nachtmahrtv, tbsounddesigns, quedicemipez, eli-emmett, shatterstars, gigaura, jodybruchon, dudeawesome, owlstorm, inspectorj, oldguy67, youandbiscuitme, owl, duckduckpony, julius-ga...

090 - Skidoo

December 18, 2020 15:48 - 23 minutes - 33.2 MB

At long last, Thomas sits down with the statue to see if his sound recorders will pick up any audible message from the sculpture of a woman's head. But the mission gets disrupted by an unexpected guest and a strange handwritten letter. More about Slumberland at this link. Magic Elvis performed by Adam McMillen. Check out Adam's work at AAA1Films.com The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: tosha73, ienba, sjonas88, leonelmail, johnzwick45, samste...

089 - Selective Mutism

October 16, 2020 15:31 - 32 minutes - 45.5 MB

Thomas Edward M had a plan to pause his Slumberland work and travel to a job interview, but that plan gets canceled by a fresh batch of raging storms over the island. In the meantime, Thomas agrees to meet with longtime resident Lorde Logan, and give her copies of all the oral history recordings he's made so far. Lorde contributes her own tale, involving a close encounter with the Sandy Specter, long ago. More about Slumberland at this link. Samwell Plumsweater performed by Catty Donnell...

088 - Stammtisch

August 03, 2020 13:33 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

At a career crossroads in Slumberland, Thomas reflects on his early days as a freelance sound man. In New York City, seeking a mentor, young Thomas tracks down famed radio journalist Silas Tranzam. Thomas becomes his intern and begins a short but memorable stint assisting the brilliant but unconventional Tranzam. This trip down memory lane dredges up a shocking memory from Thomas's past, thanks to a sound recording recovered by Tranzam's niece, Lima. More about Slumberland at this link. ...

087 - Sensitive Snowflake

July 14, 2020 13:25 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MB

Thomas returns to the Community Dome and confronts a young woman named Lima Tranzam. She's traveled to Slumberland with a cassette tape that contains jarring revelations from Thomas's past. More about Slumberland at this link. Lima Tranzam performed by Sherrie Shan. Check out Sherrie's awesome voice talents at her website. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: dj-burnham, pbickh1, stereostereo, cosmicembers, avakas, owlstorm, harrietniamh, spo...

086 - Small World

June 08, 2020 17:32 - 7 minutes - 10 MB

Thomas is flustered from discovering a strange woman sharing his temporary home. Since the house belongs to Oskar, Thomas calls him up and demands to know what's going on. More about Slumberland at this link. Oskar Mielardeaux performed by Nick Sleeper. Hire Nick for your voice project at Fiverr. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: redjim, bennstir, originalmaja, aderumoro, yap audio production, barnface, inspectorj and Jovica. Thank YOU f...

085 - Slide Show

May 20, 2020 12:49 - 19 minutes - 27.3 MB

Long ago, town founder Coyote carved a coded message into a rock. Determined to finish recording the story of that carved message, Thomas arrives at the town's Sip Zip Café. Owner Skip is full of caffeine and ready to tell the tale using a photo slide show! More about Slumberland at this link. Skip performed by Tim Sniffen. You can hear Tim as the Mysterious Man on the fantasy improvised podcast, Hello From The Magic Tavern. Find more of his work at timsniffen.com Simsala Del Becha p...

084 - Sloop Tom B

March 05, 2020 15:38 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MB

Thomas needs a respite from his weird misadventures. The Supper Shack sounds like a good place to grab a bite. But Thomas is roped into a lively chat by Stella Pierce, the local pilot. Stella and Thomas have only spoken over radio, now it's time for a proper introduction and a beer. More about Slumberland at this link. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: pagancow, martian, kyster, jpkweli, abouch, mohomran, inspectorj, zembacraftworks, robbeman...

083 - Sponsor

February 13, 2020 14:05 - 12 minutes - 18.1 MB

In desperate need of healthy cell phone signal, Thomas rides with Rupert back to the time capsule. Rupert and his team work to widen the Community Garden's hatchway into the capsule. Meanwhile, Thomas phones a mentor from his past. More about Slumberland at this link. Yodel DuPrix performed by Jacquie Floyd Visit jacquiefloyd.com! The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: adough1, plingativator, timbahrij, lwdickens, inspectorj, danrules213, kyles...

082 - Simsala's Tale

January 20, 2020 19:23 - 20 minutes - 29.2 MB

Thomas revives from the session with Alva Two that went very awry. Now it's time to learn much more about the woman once known as Simsala Del Becha. More about Slumberland at this link. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: luffy, mystiscool, connum, robinhood76, voltae, benboncan, d-w, cameronmusic, allanz10d, sclolex, spookymodem, vitouliss, bareform, yottasounds, noisenoir, jergonda, sforsman, aderumoro, inspectorj, ali-6868, agc66, scorpion67...

081 - Supplemental 5 - Summer-Winter Festival

December 18, 2019 18:20 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MB

In the middle of summer, Slumberland celebrates the winter holidays! A recording that Thomas discarded is presented to spread the holiday spirit. Come on down, the supper shack is decorated, frosty mugs are served and knit hats are required. More about Slumberland at this link. "On a Good Old Time Sleigh Ride" recorded 1913 by The Peerless Quartet. Provided by Archive.org and the Free Music Archive. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: Sunboy...

081 - Supplemental 5: Summer-Winter Festival

December 18, 2019 18:20 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MB

In the middle of summer, Slumberland celebrates the winter holidays! A recording that Thomas discarded is presented to spread the holiday spirit. Come on down, the supper shack is decorated, frosty mugs are served and knit hats are required. For more info please contact: slumberland at outlook.com Written, recorded and performed by Tom Mansell. "On a Good Old Time Sleigh Ride" recorded 1913 by The Peerless Quartet. Provided by Archive.org and the Free Music Archive. The sound design...

080 - Simsala Del Becha's Last Gasp

October 21, 2019 18:31 - 6 minutes - 9.58 MB

Alva Two runs out of journal entries written by his father, the late Alva One. However, within the pages of the journal books, Alva does come across an ominous entry written in jagged black ink. More about Slumberland at this link. Simsala Del Becha performed by Melissa Medina. Witness Melissa's amazing voice work at hearmelissa.com The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: Duckduckpony, adough1, mario1298, julias-galla, vitouliss, bareform, foad,...

079 - Safety Last!

September 23, 2019 15:37 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

Alva Two contributes to the Oral History Project by reading his father Alva One's journal entries. These are the 1940s war-era tales of how young Alva One got his glasses, met Phaedra Pierce, and the mysterious military man Coyote. More about Slumberland at this link. Alva One performed by Brian Dewan. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: Zesoundresearhinc, ftpalad, gusgus26, aliensitcog, modulationstation, adough1, davidbain, bewareofkites20,...

078 - Snooze Button

August 01, 2019 15:14 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

Thomas discovers a perplexing feature of the Slumberland time capsule: a Doomsday Clock and a spoken explanation for it recorded long ago by Alva One. More about Slumberland at this link. Alva One performed by Brian Dewan The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: adough1, ultradust, cydon, agfx, greekirish, inspectorj, dcsfx, and Jovica. Thank YOU for listening to Slumberland!

077 - Stele

April 30, 2019 11:18 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

Thomas is guided into Slumberland's time capsule by Walter Fustmensch, who reveals the "stele" -- a stone covered in carved, coded writings. More about Slumberland at this link. Walter Fustmensch performed by Jeff Priskorn. Visit jeffpriskorn.com! Original music by Tim Clark. The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: adough1, d-w, primeval-polypod, ultradust, richerlandtv, timbahrij, ryandarding95, soundatadm, redder01, inspectorj, passaimangrace...

076 - Sinecure

March 27, 2019 10:24 - 2 minutes - 3.76 MB

A mysterious man named Walter Fustmensch describes his simple daily routine on Slumberland Island. More about Slumberland at this link. Walter Fustmensch performed by Jeff Priskorn. Visit jeffpriskorn.com! The sound design in this episode owes thanks to Freesound Project contributors: rhumphries, kbnevel, duckduckpony, semccab, smartwentcody, vmgraw, rivernile7, davidjgurney, redjim, danelle, rynostols, inspectorj, nioczkus, leonelmail, jonnythedonkey, parkersenk, brendansound12, just...

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