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Hubris: A 24-Hour Podcast Project
Hubris: A 24-Hour Podcast Project
Author: Caroline Mincks, Anne Baird, and Tal Minear.
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Hubris is a labor of love from a chaotic group of podcasters who decided a 24-hour podcast challenge sounded like a good idea. We assembled several Creative Teams from a large group of podcasters from around the world, made up of writers, audio producers, and voice actors to create a single-episode fiction podcast within a 24-hour period from start to finish.
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Round 10, Team Hubris.
Transcript here.
Get your holiday shopping done! Renew your subscriptions! See what the influencers recommend! We love capitalism!
This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by The Hubris of our Hearts, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. All the influencers were played by Caroline Mincks. Bree was played by Tal Minear. Stryder was played by Anne Baird.
Round 10, Team 3: Dinner At The End Of The World
Transcript here. Content Warnings for injury, discussions of death, falling buildings, and shouting.
During a catastrophic event, a group of survivors share a meal and memories, all while a mysterious voice calls for help over the radio.
This episode was written and directed by Mik Koats and edited by Noelle Saul. Dialogue editing by Niamh Lynn-Devere and sound design by Clary Cheung. The transcript and production of this episode was done by Milo Jordan Baum. Rohan was played by Orlando Burrell, The Voice and Cinder were played by Elliot Rosehollow. Fox was played by Mik Koats. Lorelli was played by Niamh Lynn-Devere. Harlowe was played by Milo Jordan Baum.
Round 10, Team 2: Steamed Milk
Transcript here. Content Warnings for loss of bodily autonomy, mentions of burns, vomiting and retching, and pouring and dripping sound effects.
Near closing time, a simple cup of tea unsettles the quiet rhythm of a lonely cafe.
This episode was written by Jane Doe and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Jane Doe, with dialogue editing and Sound Design by MotherNerd. The transcript was done by Jason Gemenetzis. The production of this episode was coordinated by Anna Stein. Adelade was played by Maddie Girouard, Customer was played by Jason Gemenetzis, Margaret was played by MotherNerd, and the boss was played by Anna Stein.
The production of this episode took 28 hours.
Round 10, Team 1: Fantastic Four
Transcript here. Content Warnings for gore, body horror, and saw noises.
Human baker extraordinaire Sam realizes there are two GBBO baking shows, and the one she's competing on is a little bloodier than expected.
This episode was written and edited by John Glasfeld and Minali Venkatesh. It was directed by Minali Venkatesh, with dialogue and sound editing by Ani Engdahl. The transcript was done by John Glasfeld. The production of this episode was coordinated by Minali Venkatesh.
Witch Hazel was played by Minali VenkateshSam was played by Lea LawsonBliig was played by John Glasfeld
Music Credits:"Bake Off" by Chris Collins, https://indiemusicbox.com.“O Fortuna” by MIT Concert Choir. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license, at Free Music Archive."Pizzicato Play" by Chris Collins, https://indiemusicbox.com.
Round 9, Team 0: Team Hubris
Transcript here.
If you can dream it, Sonora can tell you what it means.
This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by the hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird and Tal Minear. Sonora was played by Caroline Mincks. Brock was played by Anne Baird. The Audience Member was played by Tal Minear. The second voice of Sonora was Evan Tess Murray. Additional audience voices by Evan Tess Murray, Caroline Mincks, and Tal Minear.
Round 9, Team 5: I Spent Years In Therapy And All I Got Was This Stupid Team Name by Fall Out Boy
Transcript here. Content warnings for Manipulation and Unreality
Andrew is hoping his new therapist will help him face his recurring nightmares. But something isn't right...
This episode was written and edited by Maddie Girouard and Zoha. It was directed by Milo Jordan Baum, with dialogue editing by Ted Heavner and sound design by Wray Van Winkle. Music was made by Ted Heavner. The transcript and production were done by Milo Jordan Baum. The Receptionist and The Entity were played by David Ault, Andrew was played by Milo Jordan Baum, Dr. Logan and Andrew’s mother were played by Maddie Girouard, and Eli was played by Ted Heavner.
Round 9, Team 4: Not Currently
Transcript here. Content warnings for death, grief, and discussions of terminal illness.
Elias is dead. Dead but not forgotten. When people he knew in life dream about him, he is pulled into the part, but how they think of him may not be the same as he was.
This episode was written by Anna Stein & Mik Koats.
It was directed by Mik Koats.
Dialogue editing, sound design, and composition by Aemyn Zephyr Connolly.
Filk lyrics by Anna Stein with tune from “Raggedy”.
The transcript was done by O. Hann Lightwood.
The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus.
Elias was played by O. Hann Lightwood,
Celeste was played by Aemyn Zephyr Connolly,
Layla and Marley were played by Mik Koats,
Aiden and Student 2 were played by Anna Stein, and
Dean of College and Tova were played by Nzingha Primus.
Round 9, Team 3: Fish
Transcript here. Content warnings include: Harsh language, Apocalyptic themes, Deception, Betrayal, Gun violence, Hostage situation, Gunshot Wound, and a Hostage Situation.
In a burning forest, Olivia comes face-to-face with a grizzled, older version of herself who warns that an asteroid is going to crash into the Earth. If it's just a dream, how does Liv know about terminal 03-29? And if it's not just a dream, how can Olivia be sure she can trust Liv?
This episode was written by Fiona Clare. Script edited with additional materials by Rowan Sparra. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing and sound design by Haven Blaine. Music was made by Tris Oaten. The transcript was done by Sarah Rosina Winkler. The production of this episode was coordinated by Fiona Clare. Olivia Monroe was voiced by Haven Blaine, Annie Monroe was voiced by Sarah Rosina Winkler, Brennan was voiced by Rowan Sparra, Wren was voiced by Tris Oaten, Liv Monroe was voiced by Angela Yih, and the Announcer was voiced by Rowan Sparra.
Round 9, Team 2: The Sleep Paralysis Demons
Transcript here. Content warnings for unreality, high school and parental trauma, teeth falling out, and clowns.
Hoping to find the source of his insomnia, Keith visits an psychiatrist who sends him on a nightmarish dream-journey through his past.
This episode was written and edited by John “Mystic” Glasfeld and Minali Venkatesh. It was directed by Rel Pepple, with dialogue and sound editing by George Vu. Music was made by Harper Rochel Goldman. The transcript was done by Sophie Borjón. The production of this episode was coordinated by Rel Pepple.
Keith was played by Sophie Borjón
Dr. Freud, Dr Landry, and Dennis Jenkins were played by Theodore Powers
Coach De Rosa and Maria were played by Harper Rochel Goldman
The Night Mare and Alex were played by Minali Venkatesh
and Jackson was played by John “Mystic” Glasfeld
Round 9, Group 1: Have you read any Ray Bradbury? No? We've got a list, hold on.
Transcript here. Content warnings include sexually suggestive dialogue; references to injury such as gunshot wounds, domestic violence,and needles; references to and presence of police/ICE; and misophonia triggers (specifically some pretty bad mouth sounds).
Dreams really can come true…when you dream of the future and have a time machine to go check in on, or even change, the results! An exhausted nurse tries to influence the future, but has to contend with…herself?
This episode was written by Steven Goldman. It was directed by Rene Lyons, with dialogue editing by Rene Lyons and sound design by Nathan Comstock. The music was composed by Ali Hylton. The transcript was arranged by Molly Alexander. The production of this episode was coordinated by Molly Alexander. Emmy was voiced by Molly Alexander. Doctor Oscuro…uh, I-I-I mean, Ross was voiced by Emmett Moon. Damon was voiced by Steven Goldman. Abbi was voiced by Rene Lyons. The waiter and officer were voiced by Nathan Comstock.
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Round 8, Group 0: Team Hubris
Transcript here.
We fear to tread.
This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by the Hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. The angels were played by Anne Baird and Tal Minear.
Round 8 Group 3: Clowns Before Frowns
Transcript here. Content Warnings for mentions of murder, prison, clowns, and blackmailing
Chuckles is hoping to knock the crowd dead; metaphorically, this time.
This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and edited by RH Sparra. It was directed by Mik Koats, with dialogue editing by Tris Otis and sound design by Rene Lyons. The transcript was done by RH Sparra. The production of this episode was coordinated by Mik Koats. Chuckles was played by Emmett Moon. Monty and Prison Guard were played by Mik Koats. Jordan was played by Sophie Borjón. Stella was played by RH Sparra.
Round 8 Group 2: Clown Comrades
Transcript here. Content Warnings include crying children, mentions of arson, scenes of emotional distress, and culinary misadventures.
Meet ChatterBot, an AI assistant who can answer your every question—but sometimes a little more creatively than you might want.
This episode was written by Minali Venkatesh and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Micah Nathan Bradley. It was directed by Ted Heavner, with dialogue editing and sound design by Van Winkle. Music was made by Ali Hylton. The transcript was done by Ted Heavner. The production of this episode was coordinated by Micah Nathan Bradley. The Cook was played by Van Winkle, ChatterBot was voiced by Sarah Rosina Winkler, The Student was played by Bridget Guziewicz, The Date was played by Ted Heavner, The Gamer was played by Micah Nathan Bradley and Minali Venkatesh was The Parent.
Round 8 Group 1: The Classic Fruit Fools
Transcript here. Content warnings include background death of a minor character and verbal conflict
In a parallel world, podcast co-hosts Ethan and PJ talk about cryptozoology, conspiracies, and friendship - whilst navigating the perilous waters of recording pitfalls and nosy parents. Will our co-hosts prove the existence of Narwhals? Will Ethan's mom shut the door when she leaves? Will the episode even see the light of day? The Truth will out...probably.
This episode was written by Milo Jordan Baum, O. Hann Lightwood, and Anna Stein. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing, sound design, and music by Beck Andrews. The transcript was done by O. Hann Lightwood. The production of this episode was coordinated by Angela Yih. Ethan was played by Milo Jordan Baum; PJ and the ill-fated Percival Kettering were played by Beck Andrews; Cessil and Tracy were played by Anna Stein; Paula was played by Angela Yih; and Marc was played by O. Hann Lightwood.
This team took 42 hours for production.
Round 7, Group 0: Team Hubris
Transcript here. Content warnings for body horror and a missing person.
Nobody can reach Nina on the phone. When she finally leaves Ozzy a message, things get weird.
This episode was written by Caroline Mincks, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird. The production of this episode was coordinated by the Hubris of our hearts. Ozzy was played by Anne Baird. Astrid and Jack were played by Caroline Mincks. Nina was played by Tal Minear.
Round 7, Group 3: MashCon 2024
Transcript here. Content warnings for brutal deaths, gore, child endangerment, and body horror.
In 201X, MashCon was an anime convention that quickly becomes a deadly disaster zone.
This episode was written by Resa & Mik Koats and edited by Jack Fulmin. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Tris Oaten. The transcript was done by Mik Koats. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus. Cay Jhou was cosplayed by Yvelyn T, Jess was cosplayed by Nathan Comstock, Nicky was cosplayed by Jack Fulmin, November was cosplayed by Angela Yih. Other voices by Nzingha Primus, Mik Koats, Tris Oaten, and Resa.
This team took 25 hours for production.
Round 7, Group 2: Team Pizza Party
Transcript here. Content warnings for discussion but no depiction of gore, cannibalism, sexual innuendo, summoning, and murder.
Recorded round-table discussions of the human-monster exchange program at Creormorne Community College and the Orpheum Academy of the Occult.
This episode was written by Karina Sinha and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing and sound design by Kathryn Stanley. The transcript was arranged by Micah Nathan Bradley. The production of this episode was coordinated by Molly Alexander. Alma Larson was voiced by Maddie Girouard. Daemoris was voiced by Rebecca Hansson. Robbie Middleton was voiced by Molly Alexander. Pin Cushion and Zain Marblewound were voiced by Anna Stein. Edward Boothe was voiced by Micah Nathan Bradley. Marlo Burns was voiced by Sivan Raz. Fer Isdall was voiced by Karina Sinha.
Music: Chord Guitar 001 by Sascha Ende; free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/556-chord-guitar-001
Music: Perspectives by Kevin MacLeod; free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4207-perspectives
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The music used is licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Round 7, Group 1: Team Hubris-To-Go
Transcript here. Content warnings for memory loss, unreality, manipulation, mild body horror, fight noises, and possession.
When a group of acquaintances meet to discuss a monster who defies description and feeds on memory, old grievances come to light. Belief is subjective, and in the dark they will find that things are not always what they seem.
This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and Milo Jordan Baum and edited by Nikko Goldstein. It was directed by Minali Venkatesh, with dialogue editing and sound design by Ted Heavner. The transcript was done by Kylan. The production of this episode was coordinated by Milo Jordan Baum. Michael Fischer, Priest, Rioter 2, and Julius Caesar were played by Emmett Moon. Whitney Jones-Fischer, Thomas, Rioter 1, and Caesar’s General were played by Sophie Borjón. Trevor Collins, Priest’s Wife, Rioter 3, and the Whispering Monster were played by Milo Jordan Baum.
Round 6, Group 0: Team Hubris
Transcript here.
A famous composer is interviewed about their music.
This episode was written by Caroline Mincks and edited by Anne Baird. It was directed by the Hubris of our Hearts, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. McLaren was played by Caroline Mincks. Keller was played by Anne Baird. The Assistant was played by Tal Minear. Messina was played by Caroline Mincks.
Round 6, Tam 3: Frayed Knot.
Transcript here.
This is what happens when you push some millennials too far-- not even the gods are safe.
Content Warnings: Strong language, violence, character death, and death mentions.
This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and edited by Resa. It was directed by Nzingha Primus, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was done by Noelle Saul. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus.
Larissa Hargrave was played by Khalila Marie
The Receptionist was played by Resa
Lachesis and Nessa were played by Noelle Saul
Atropos was played by Nzingha Primus
Clotho was played by Aemyn Connolly
Zeus was played by Nathan Comstock
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