Witchever Path
86 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsAn interactive fiction anthology podcast, where you vote between episodes to direct our stories. Learn more at WitcheverPath.com
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A Piece of Somewhere Else, Chapter Five: Just Go
April 06, 2024 16:32 - 24 minutes - 39.5 MBSean is not the savior Philip is looking for. The audience decided it best that Philip leave right away and find his way back to Sofia without the odd old man's help. Written by Etienne LaFond. Featuring: Etienne LaFond as Philip, Sean, Pearl, search party, and others Jes Negrón as Sofia Music in this episode: Idle Grin - Jay Varton Warning Signal - Max Anson You're Not Hiding Very Well - Trevor Kowalski Witchever Path Theme - Rydr Read the transcript of our episode at Witch...
A Piece of Somewhere Else, Chapter Four: Until the Dawn
March 23, 2024 20:47 - 24 minutes - 33 MBPhilip has come face-to-face with what was stalking him through the woods. And that face is terrifying. Bleeding and barricaded in a shed, he knows he will have to find a way out. But when would he make that escape? You voted, and Philip is going to wait until the morning. Listen to our latest episode today and then help decide Philip's next move at https://witcheverpath.com/vote/.
A Piece of Somewhere Else, Chapter Three: If I Only Could
March 06, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBThe invisible hand of fate has chosen for Philip to walk up the hill toward the shed. But as a storm rolls in, a mystery has been revealed. Listen today and then vote on our website, where you can also get the transcript and liner notes for this episode.
A Piece of Somewhere Else, Chapter Two: The Thick of It
February 21, 2024 04:18 - 19 minutes - 27 MBFresh from the first vote, the audience chose for Philip to explore the clearing for another means of escape. Surrounded by unearthly plants and sense of foreboding, Philip sets off on a quest to find his way out of the brambles...but is he alone? Read liner notes, the transcript and vote on our website.
A Piece of Somewhere Else Part One: White People Nonsense
February 07, 2024 02:23 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBCW: subtle bigotry, injury, foul language A winter hike is filled with mindful reflection, and potential danger when Philip follows strange tracks and a stranger sound. This episode is available wherever you get podcasts. Read the transcript and liner notes on our site. Don't forget to vote on https://witcheverpath.com/vote
Good Boys Finale: All Hands
January 06, 2024 13:48 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MBFully out of the bag, you've now decided to have Rico try to communicate with Tomas and Alana before finding Otter becomes impossible. But there is danger right outside the door. What will our resident Good Boy do? Will they find Otter? Let's find out. GOOD BOYS, Episode 6 was written by Etienne and Journee and produced by Witchever Path. It featured: Journee LaFond as the Narrator Jes Negrón as Alana Armani Marquez-Chaves as Tomas John Henry Deonte as Otter Kevin Franklin Bowi...
GOOD BOYS EPISODE FIVE: White Death
November 21, 2023 12:32 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBOtter was taken away. With no one left to turn to, Rico is introduced to human concept of prayer and sacrifice by the Dream Cat, and what comes of it is a surprise to everyone in the house. Listen and then vote for what you think Rico should do next at witcheverpath.com/vote. You have until December 4, 2023. It features: Journee LaFond as the Narrator Jes Negrón as Alana Armani Marquez- Chaves as Tomas John Henry Deonté as Otter Kevin Franklin Bowie as Rico All additional voic...
Good Boys Part Four: Hindsight
October 11, 2023 11:39 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBCW: Animal on Person Violence, Racism, Police Intimidation An exterminator came to the house. Tomas and Alana called him. Rico knew he smelled off, but between the visions he shared with Otter, and the tattoo the man had, it's clear: he is the man who put the charm into the trees that summoned the rats. To stop the dog from being a nuisance, Alana had locked Otter in the bathtroom. The man went downstairs with Tomas to inspect the basement, while Alana went back to work in her office. S...
Good Boys Part Three: Guerreros
August 23, 2023 18:14 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBWith the second attack successfully repelled, Rico chose to eat their kill before their people come downstairs rather than chase the escaping rat monster first. Their bellies full of the demonic rodent, what will happen to our Good Boys? We'll find out this episode. Don't forget to vote at witcheverpath.com/vote!
Good Boys Part Two: Have Some
August 03, 2023 00:05 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MBCW: Animal in pain, light violence Rico shared the meat, but is badly hurt. How will he handle what comes next now that he understands human speech? And while he intends to share the meat, will Otter get any? Find out today. Read the transcript and vote at Witcheverpath.com
Good Boys Part One: All I Survey
July 12, 2023 16:16 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBCW: Cats hunting rodents, violence. Rico is the white death of the garage, but is he strong enough for what's coming? And will Otter be a help? Read the transcript at our website and vote at the end of the episode at Witcheverpath.com/vote.
Featured Podcast: Decolonize and Discover talking to the founder of #BlackFaeDay
April 20, 2023 14:13 - 57 minutes - 79 MBWe're recording the Q&A episode for y'all, but while we're at it, here's the conversation Journee and Jes had with the founder of the #BlackFaeDay phenomenon, Jasmine La Fleur. Also, if you're reading this, Witchever Path is sponsoring the Decolonize and Discover festival. Get information and a ticket to the weekend that will rock your world at DecolonizeandDiscover.com
Second Course Finale: Dinner is Served
March 20, 2023 03:10 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBCW: Suicide, Murder, Graphic Violence, Discussion of Assault You had to do decide if John believed the client or not, and who took his final call to the family. The choices were close, but the decisions were decisive. Join us for the gripping conclusion. Go to Witchever Path's website to read the transcript, liner notes, and credits for this episode.
Featured Podcast: Decolonize and Discover
March 13, 2023 00:59 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBOne week before we bring you the finale of Second Course, we wanted to bring you the Decolonize and Discover Podcast! Our sister show is an offshoot of the Decolonize and Discover Festival. The Decolonize and Discover podcast, hosted by Jes Negron of Retcon Games and your own beloved Journee LaFond, introduces you to BIPOC, LGBTQ and historically marginalized creators making in impact in gaming, music, LARP, SCIFI, and other art forms. It’s all about the reclamation of imagination, and bu...
Second Course Part Five: Bring the Mountain
February 20, 2023 21:28 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBYou decided John is going to get creative and help the client without bringing him to the farm... and the answer to a years long mystery is finally revealed. Read the Transcript and vote over at witcheverpath.com/vote.
Second Course Part Four: Thirty Pieces
January 24, 2023 00:50 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBYou chose to have John betray Joanna and side with Greg. This will change the fate of everyone involved forever. Read the transcript and vote at witcheverpath.com/vote.
Witchever Path: 4 Years!
January 03, 2023 12:32 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBIt's the Fourth Anniversary of Witchever Path. While we finish editing SECOND Course Part 4, here is a special Fan Q&A where we answer questions, talk about the people we love, the storytelling process, and how much we love doing this for y'all. Music in the episode is coming from EpidemicSound.com
Second Course Part Three: Lost Appetite
December 12, 2022 19:17 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBYou chose for John to resist the urge to flee or join in on the feast. Here's what's happening because of that. Read the transcript & liner notes, and vote at Witcheverpath.com/vote CW: Violence, Blood, Making Out.
Second Course Part Two: Prodigal Son
November 21, 2022 20:44 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBYou voted to have John go with Greg and find out what he's been up to. What follows is a trip he didn't expect. CW: References to Sexual Assault, Murder Read the transcript and vote at https://witcheverpath.com/vote
Second Course - Part One: Welcome Back
October 31, 2022 17:07 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBWitchever Path returns to you, and returns to the Squirrel Farm to present you with a brand new story, SECOND COURSE. Read the Transcript and Vote at WitcheverPath.com/vote
SENTRY FINALE: EAT. SEE. FOLLOW.
May 15, 2022 15:03 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBWith all nearly lost, YOU decide to do something very drastic. This is the Finale of Season 4's anxiety-inducing finish. CW: Murder, Dismemberment, Abduction Read the Transcript.
Sentry Part Eight: Untouchable
April 14, 2022 21:47 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBThe penultimate choice was made. You decided to trust the Feds in finding your son. What happens next is a direct result of that. Read the Transcript. Make your decision in our last poll, because only one choice gets your family back together. https://witcheverpath.com/vote
Sentry Part Seven: Where I Can See Them
March 12, 2022 21:46 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBYou’ve caught the Intruder. They’re attempting to get something out of their pocket. With the cops on their way, you need answers about where you can find your son, Cole. Listen to the new episode now! Read the Transcript. After you listen, don't forget to vote at witcheverpath.com/vote
Sentry Part Six: No Time
February 18, 2022 00:50 - 25 minutes - 35 MBCW: Foul Language, Homophobia, Violence against Transgender People, Child Abduction YOU learned that the father of the missing boy had attacked his child for revealing that they were actually a girl, a girl named Dina. The same name as the girl YOUR son was dropped off to see. You are now on your way to find your boy. Read the Transcript. Remember to vote at witcheverpath.com/vote and work with the audience to find YOU's missing child.
Sentry Part Five: The Fifth
January 29, 2022 22:48 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBCW: Violence, Domestic Abuse, Homophobia, Foul Language, Transphobia With so much at stake, YOU decided to talk with your lawyer before making any moves that could potentially hinder your efforts to get to the bottom of everything. Read the Transcript. Once you listen, go vote at https://witcheverpath.com/vote
SENTRY Part Four: Trigger Discipline
January 06, 2022 16:47 - 18 minutes - 26 MBWith revelations that the stalker in the woods may be linked to TWO disappearances, you're on edge. Then Cole comes home hurt. As he cleans up, his phone was buzzing with a flurry of messages. You are torn between betraying his trust, or taking him out to talk while doing your favorite thing. You chose the latter. Read the transcript. Once you've listened, please go to witcheverpath.com/vote to make your choice.
SENTRY Part Three: CHASE
December 10, 2021 19:33 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBCW: Foul Language, Threats of Violence, Violence Read the transcript. You chose to chase that mysterious figure into the woods. Let's see where this leads! Listen and then vote at witcheverpath.com/vote!
SENTRY Part Two: Charge
November 18, 2021 05:04 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBYOU found a phone in your backyard after a mysterious force had been causing your security cameras to turn on late at night. Concerned your son may be in danger, you decided to charge the phone. Let's see what that choice led to. Read the transcript. Listen and then vote for what to do next at https://witcheverpath.com/vote. CW: Foul Language, Homophobia, Violence against Transgender People, Violence, Sounds of Warfare (Guns, bombs)
Sentry Part One: Old Home Day
October 28, 2021 00:06 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MBSeason 4 begins with a brand new interactive story. And Tyler Bell, creator of the Westside Fairytales, stars as "you" in this story told in the second person. What would you do to protect your family? What's the difference between paranoia and informed caution? And what will you do next? Listen to this first episode and then vote. The transcript and cast list are also available in our transcript which you can find at witcheverpath.com!
Witchever Path Returns on October 28, 2021
October 03, 2021 17:08 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBThe new season begins on October 28, and with it comes a new interactive story from the Witchever Path team that puts you even closer to the action. Live in the mind of our main character as his hyper vigilance and need to protect his family may begin to shift his perception away from reality. This story stars the vocal talent of Tyler Bell (he/him/his), the creator of Westside Fairytales. Our story’s cover art was lovingly designed by Allison Salentri. The Witchever Path Theme was wri...
Featured Pod - Malevolent
September 02, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBHere's a show we've been listening to this summer. What a good find. Listen to the first episode of MALEVOLENT. About the Creator: Harlan Guthrie (he/him) is a creative, nerdy, medium sized dynamo. He is a writer, voice actor, editor, and creator of a number of different shows and streams. He has a Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play Podcast called Dice Shame that has been featured on Wizards of the Coast "Podcasts of the Frostmaiden" event and you can find him pulling the strings in the Aud...
Bonus: Hot Sauce and Mayo Interview Mellow Neptune Waters
July 30, 2021 13:50 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBThe new season of storytelling starts in October. To help tide you over, here's an interview with a fellow black creator, intuitive, and Tarot Reader, Marsha Wilson, AKA Mellow Neptune Waters. We talk about her life, black spirituality beyond the confines of the church, black femmes reclaiming their mental health, and more. We have a video version for Patreon subscribers: https://patreon.com/witcheverpath.
Hot Sauce and Mayo July 9, 2021 - Steven and Journee talk to David S. Dear
July 10, 2021 02:14 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBWe didn't lie to you. The new season is in October. But while you're waiting, here's a zoom conversation between Journee, Steven and David S. Dear, the genius behind A Ninth World Journal with a voice of a demigod. We talk about why Steven's not allowed to pick horror movies on date night, the black family's representation in horror and how it differs from the the typical tropes, our season finale and more.
Dross Finale: Steel Driving Man
June 10, 2021 15:16 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBCW: Extreme Violence, Dismemberment, Foul Language, Death The climactic end to DROSS is here. With Crimson choking the life out of Marvin, his bloody hand searched for a weapon. You chose the railroad spike. Season Three's finale is here... Hope you can live with yourselves. Head over to our website for the transcript and liner notes.
Dross Part Five: Unwelcome Guest
May 13, 2021 14:25 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBMarvin called the witch, and planned to meet with his siblings at the shop before taking any action against the winemakers. Unbeknownst to him, his sibling, Teenie has been abducted. The witch offered him a difficult choice, to learn a spell, leave town, or to allow her … associate to help them in her stead. You chose the third option. No turning back now. Witchever Path Presents, Dross Part Five: Unwelcome Help. And once you're done, come over to the site and vote!
Dross Part Four: City of the Witch
April 23, 2021 01:22 - 19 minutes - 27 MBCalvin reveals why he doesn't want them to call in outside help, but the family stands united because of your choice. Meanwhile, Charteuse and Crimson decide to sample their ill-gotten gains. The choice at the end of this one is going to bring Marvin ever closer to the end. What kind of ending? That's up to you. Get the transcript, liner notes, and vote at witcheverpath.com/vote
Dross Part Three: Eleventh Hour
April 01, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBYou voted for Marvin to let it be, and he did, but haunted by the decision, and by what appears to be a real ghost, he reached out to family to see what they would do. With a heavy heart, you thought he'd try to make things right. Let's hope he wasn't too late. Read the transcript You can vote now at https://witcheverpath.com/vote
Dross Part Two: With this Ring
March 13, 2021 03:57 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBMarvin helped an old man re-live his greatest memory and ease his passing...only to encounter a terrible scene the moment he found a missing earring. After seeing a horrible scene connected to whomever holds the thing, you decided to have him return it to its owner. Listen to the episode and the vote on our website for what happens next. CW: Violence, Foul Language, Suggested Racism Read the transcript on our site.
Dross Part One
February 18, 2021 03:31 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MBOur new story begins. Marvin has a unique hunger and ability. How he deals with the first and uses the second will determine what happens next. CW: Racism, language, sex, elderly people dying. Read the transcript Don't forget to vote at WitcheverPath.com/vote.
Catamount Finale: Yes, but...
January 14, 2021 04:36 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBIt all came down to this. You decided Johnny would go with his sister and Ila to the wake. And because of this... all things move toward their end. This is the finale. Read the transcript. CW: Animal Cruelty, Murder, Foul Language, Violence
Happy Yule's Mass, Januae!
December 24, 2020 11:02 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBIt's that time of year again. Yule is upon us and everyone's favorite Aeon Priest, Januae is back in the realm of the fae to learn the true meaning of the holiday. Which is chaos. This cross-over features characters from Witchever Path, A Ninth World Journal and ever-irreverent Oz-9. CW: Unfortunate Deaths, Flirty Snowmen, Holiday Cheer Read the transcript and cast info.
Catamount Part Five: Consult the Spirits
December 21, 2020 20:15 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBAfter being confronted with a mystical being, what will the Gang do now? Here's the latest episode of Witchever Path's Catamount! CW: Murder, Gore, Foul Language, Racism, Homophobia, Some Suggested Sexual Situations Read the transcript and cast and crew notes on our site! Vote at witcheverpath.com/vote!
Catamount Part Four: Son of the Wind
December 07, 2020 23:22 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBFaced with an existential threat to Ila, two of three choices seemed to be certain death. But which one? The audience thought they knew best. And so, here we are. Just remember, you made this choice. Read the transcript . Listen this week and vote. You only have until December 11!
Catamount Bonus Episode: One for the Road
December 03, 2020 13:45 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBWhile we finish up Part Four of Catamount here's a bonus episode for you. Listen to Kevin, Lisa, and John's ride up to Vermont, and get some insight into our cryptid-hunting crew. Read the transcript here.
Catamount Part Three: You Have the Right to Remain...
November 12, 2020 01:06 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBSometimes, things fall into place. And sometimes they fall to pieces. Sgt. Burke came across a body in the woods, and signs point to Rainer having something to do with it. Ila and Marisol deal with uninvited guests, and Boots doesn't have to go home. CW: Violence, Racism, Murder, Foul Language To read the transcript, go here. And don't forget to vote at witcheverpath.com to vote and see our full cast and crew list!
Catamount Part Two: Uninvited Guests
October 22, 2020 02:55 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBIn these troubling times, it’s increasingly harder to find a third option between two extremes. You saw one and you took it, and now Marisol is attempting to appease an annoyed police officer. Let's see where that goes. Listen and then vote at https://WitcheverPath.com/vote CW: Racism, Murder, Sexism, Foul Language To read the transcript, go here. See our website for complete cast and crew info on this episode.
Catamount Part One: New Neighbors
October 01, 2020 03:00 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBCovenant, Vermont is a sleepy college town trying to restart itself after the pandemic. Recent transplant, Dr. Marisol Suarez, is the head surgeon at the regional animal hospital who is pulled into a tight situation with townies, angry cops, and rumors of a long-extinct predator hunting the town's pets. Listen to the episode and make your choice at witcheverpath.com/vote. Can't listen? Here's the transcript. Content Warning: Foul language, Racism, Animals Injured
Bonus Episode: Talking about Sin Eating
September 03, 2020 01:21 - 20 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode, Jas and Steven talk about the historical and mythological context behind the first Witchever Path story, "Squirrels," we discuss a meso-American deity that encouraged sin for the purposes of then devouring it, and Sticker Mule interrupts the conversation by calling Jas. The new season of Witchever Path starts on Thursday, October 1.
Jas Talks About the Orisha
August 20, 2020 14:08 - 41 minutes - 56.3 MBIn this bonus episode, we talk about the Orisha, the gods of the Yoruba and the diaspora. Jas brings the knowledge, and the two of them discuss the different aspects, dispelling misconceptions, and Zeus gets a new nickname. You can also vote about what you want to hear next during our vacation at https://witcheverpath.com/vote Also, we'd love your help in making Season 3 bigger than ever. Check out our IndieGogo at https://igg.me/at/witcheverpath3/x/24350455#/.
Chosen Epilogue: You Can't Go Underground
July 25, 2020 19:39 - 9 minutes - 13 MBWe may be on hiatus with our interactive tales, but we wanted to give you something special. Starring David S. Dear, Mike Gagne, and Melissa Croft. Read the transcript here.