The Sleep Wake Cycle

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast, welcome to the Sleep/Wake cycle. When nightmares learn to follow us out of sleep, waking is no longer a cure for dreaming.Credits:Written by: Mark AnzaloneVoiced by: Mark Anzalone and Steven AnzaloneMusic by: Hampus Naeselius and Steven AnzaloneArtwork by: Guilluame DucosMastering by: Steven Anzalone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An excerpt from one of the Esoterium's recon teams investigating a strange town and one of its residents.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.Written by: Mark AnzaloneVoiced by: Steven AnzaloneMusic by: Steven AnzaloneArtwork by: Guilluame DucosMastering by: Steven Anzalone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Halloween and Acast Audio Fiction Week Special Presentation - our cast of Players find themselves assembled together as a seasoned Paranormal investigation team of quirky individuals, with dozens of successful paranormal investigations under their belts. They find their newest gig has summoned them to a distant and secluded gated community known as Black Willow. There, the entire population has recently suffered a paranormal experience so profound, they've pooled their funds together straight away to hire the best. Fascinated by the prospect of a mass haunting, The Skeleton Crew gears up and heads out, confident that this job is like any other. CW: Dread, Swearing, Copious Laughter This special presentation featured: Jon Ware - Writer and Creator of The Silt Verses and I am in Eskew as RufusMuna Hussen - Writer and Producer of The Silt Verses as AmiraHelen Gould - Voice Actor Extraordinaire and Host of Enthusigasm as JackMark Anzalone - Writer of Maeltopia and the Sleep/Wake Cycle as the Game MasterAlex Newall - Director of The Magnus Archives, and Founder of Rusty Quill as Dr. SinclairCole Weavers - Creator and Narrator of The Town Whispers as Dodge To listen to any of these creators, and their wonderful work - follow the links above, or subscribe and listen, wherever you consume podcasts. Produced by Cole WeaversCover Art by Vincent WahDistributed by Callum Dougherty at the Rusty Quill Network With a very special thank you once again to all those involved. For more information please visit www.rustyquill.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Halloween and Acast Audio Fiction Week Special Presentation - our cast of Players find themselves assembled together as a seasoned Paranormal investigation team of quirky individuals, with dozens of successful paranormal investigations under their belts. They find their newest gig has summoned them to a distant and secluded gated community known as Black Willow. There, the entire population has recently suffered a paranormal experience so profound, they've pooled their funds together straight away to hire the best. Fascinated by the prospect of a mass haunting, The Skeleton Crew gears up and heads out, confident that this job is like any other. CW: Dread, Swearing, Copious Laughter This special presentation featured: Jon Ware - Writer and Creator of The Silt Verses and I am in Eskew as RufusMuna Hussen - Writer and Producer of The Silt Verses as AmiraHelen Gould - Voice Actor Extraordinaire and Host of Enthusigasm as JackMark Anzalone - Writer of Maeltopia and the Sleep/Wake Cycle as the Game MasterAlex Newall - Director of The Magnus Archives, and Founder of Rusty Quill as Dr. SinclairCole Weavers - Creator and Narrator of The Town Whispers as Dodge To listen to any of these creators, and their wonderful work - follow the links above, or subscribe and listen, wherever you consume podcasts. Produced by Cole WeaversCover Art by Vincent WahDistributed by Callum Dougherty at the Rusty Quill Network With a very special thank you once again to all those involved. For more information please visit www.rustyquill.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got exciting news!EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A man struggling with major depression has difficulty finding value in life.  Soon, however, he is confronted with a strange occurrence, one that just may finally break him.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Steven AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Narrator: Steven Anzalone--Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5 and Music VineWarning:This episode contains depictions of depression, mental illness, and suicide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rosemary and Isaiah are dropped off at a small artist community where they find some strange portraits.Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark AnzaloneRosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairArtist voiced by Mark AnzaloneThe White Mother voiced by Kelly BairThe Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. AnzaloneIntro and Outro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Anthony Alleeson, Akit723, dauzkobza, and Cinematic AlexMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5 and Music VineDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out.  Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religionBody Horror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The men of a small arctic town seek fortune in the unexplored mountains. Upon finding riches beyond words, they attract the attention of something similarly indescribable.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Steven AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Narrator voiced by Mark AnzaloneGreibus Saug voiced by Mark AnzaloneMusic By Shahead MostafafarMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Music Vine, Soundcrate, and Pond 5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A women stricken with grief at the loss of her daughter becomes desperate and embarks on a journey there may be no return from.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Steven AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Narrator voiced by Steven AnzaloneTara voiced by Kelly BairInn-keeper voiced by Kelly Bair--Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5 and Music VineWarning:This episode contains depictions of depression, mental illness, child death Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE SUMMARY: A group of teens goes camping in the Angeles National Forest and decide they'll put a local legend to the test, claiming to be able to summon the spirit of a girl that went missing there following World War 2. Unfortunately, one of the summoning teens disappears himself.For transcripts and content warnings, visit https://www.thestoragepapers.com/episodesABOUT: The Storage Papers is distributed and marketed by Rusty Quill and produced by Grinner Media LLC. It’s a fictional horror audio drama with episodes published every two weeks. Some topics may be sensitive for younger viewers. CREDITS: This episode was written and performed by Jeremy EnfingerEpisode artwork by Nathan LunsfordSound effects by ZapsplatMusic "Ghostpocalypse 1 Departure" and "Ghostpocalypse 8 Epilog" by Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)Episode Music, “Invro V1”, “Close Your Eyes” and “Angels Facing Backwards” by Cody Ditzenberger.CONTENT WARNINGS: Profanity, abduction, general horror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's feed drop showcases the magnificent podcast - The Cellar Letters!The Cellar Letters is a bi-weekly, found footage, horror audio drama series Follow Nate and his dog Bella as they move across America to the East coast, Nate documents the whole process as he seeks to try something new and have a fresh start. The new house appears perfect: huge, loads of room, a yard for Bella to run in... But there is something not quite right, The house feels... off. Knocking noises in the night lead him to a locked room in the basement filled with letters about strange occurrences and ghostly figures. Who wrote the letters? Why are they all stored in the cellar? Join Nate and his dog as they search for answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WOE.BEGONE is a weekly sci-fi, mystery, horror audiodrama about the nature of power and the implications of linear time. It is the story of Mike Walters, a man who discovers a mysterious and violent online game called WOE.BEGONE. What begins as an exploration of an Alternate Reality Game quickly morphs into a search for the technology that makes the game possible. New episodes come out every Wednesday and each episode has a unique soundtrack. Created by Dylan Griggs.LINKS:TWITCH: http://twitch.tv/woebegonepodPATREON: http://patreon.com/woe_begoneTRANSCRIPTS: http://WOEBEGONEPOD.comTWITTER: @WOEBEGONEPODMUSIC: http://woebegonepod.bandcamp.comDISCORD: https://discord.gg/pn9kjTBYPD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A man travels to his new living space in the Dim quarter of town, performing his craft in a dark and strange abode. Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--The Actor voiced by Mark Anzalone--The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. AnzaloneIntro and Outro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Cookie Cartel, Dark Rage, Kylie Couper, and Joel WoolfMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, and StoryblocksDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out.  Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religionBody HorrorInferences of sex and necrophilia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The actor finds himself in a strange position, experiencing things as he never has before, and faced with a life altering decision.WARNING: This episode contains sexual contentJoin us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--The Actor voiced by Mark Anzalone--The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. AnzaloneIntro and Outro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Chris Raggat, Kylie Couper, and Bill PalmerMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, and StoryblocksDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out.  Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religionBody HorrorInferences of sex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Agent Orange goes to Wireland.Thank you friends, for coming to see us 'round the bend.Wireland Ranch is brought to you in conjunction with gas station drugs (copyright or tm or whatever,) and is able to exist cuz of vie--listeners like you. if you'd like to support us you can do so over on Patreon (but we don't believe in paywalls so really you'd just be a Real Cool Person TM)at https://www.patreon.com/wirelandranch, and please believe any help is deeply appreciated. We love when folks join us on discord so maybe do that as well, link below.Wireland Ranch is written, narrated, edited and sound designed by Joseph RutledgeWorldbuilding and lore by Trenton Spann and Joseph RutledgeHere's a fuckload (3) of links. Click on one.Twitter:https://twitter.com/Wireland_RanchWebsite:https://www.wirelandranch.com/Discord:https://discord.gg/DNvxFuYEGet bonus content on PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark, Steven, Kelly and David Cummings talk about Maeltopia and answer various questions about the dark universe.Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A photographer finds a mysterious shape in his pictures. Trying to discern the origin of the strange thing, he finds himself at the borders of another world.Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A man with a strange upbringing seeks the terrors of the world. Collecting man's greatest horrors, he hopes to transcend the reality that constricts him. But will he be able to?Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A man wandering the roads at night comes upon an existential epiphany, leading to unprecedented enlightenment—or utter madness.Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The following entry was scrawled into a diary found in a house located in New Hollow - one of the towns permanently quarantined since the closure of the Great Darkness of 1999. Often simply known as "weird towns," these places are cordoned off from the public due to their "dangerous conditions." While few concrete details are ever offered, there are often rumors about what strangeness lurks in the abandoned cities.Join us on Discord!Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopiaWant to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopiaWant unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4QBe sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.