Liars & Leeches

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/From Hemlock Creek Productions comes the new, supernatural horror audio drama “Liars & Leeches.” Grief. Anxiety. Terror. Tonya Wright felt it all after the tragic murders of her sister and brother-in-law in a random act of gun violence. Struggling to travel outside of her home, she now lives constantly on edge about perceived threats that seem to surround her. Retreating to the house her sister and brother-in-law once shared to process her grief, Tonya soon discovers that someone- or something- has followed her there. With the help of her best friend Natalie, and others she meets along the way, can Tonya overcome her fears before they completely consume her?For more information about “Liars & Leeches” and Hemlock Creek Productions, visit www.hemlockcreekprod.com. That’s Hemlock Creek P-R-O-D .com.Trailer Credits:Ryan Reid as the Narrator,Music by Nico Vettese of "We Talk of Dreams,"Editing, mixing, and mastering by Marisa Ewing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a while listeners. Although our show has been on a break, we haven’t been, and have been busy behind the scenes working on “Liars & Leeches’” second season. So today, we wanted to take a moment to update you on the delay in creating our second season, what’s happening behind the scenes now that production is back on track, and all of the changes that will make season two our biggest season yet.We'll also be launching a crowdfund on March 31st, 2025 to raise money for the second season of "Liars & Leeches." To receive news and updates about our crowdfund campaign, sign up for our Indie GoGo campaign at: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/coming_soon/x/29839204Transcript: https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsMore about Liars & Leeches: https://www.liarsandleeches.com/Merch, art, and music: https://www.liarsandleeches.com/shopNewsletter: https://www.hemlockcreekprod.com/newsletterSocials:-Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/liarsandleechespod.bsky.social-Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/liarsandleechespod-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hemcreekprod/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hemcreekprodEpisode Credits:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Written by Marisa Ewing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While we're on break between seasons, we wanted to take time to introduce you to another horror audio drama, "Shadows at the Door." Shadows at the Door is a series of standalone full-cast Audio Drama productions plunging you into the most pleasing of terrors. Each production is a journey into a new nightmare where atmosphere is in the very bones of the story. The anthology format allows Shadows at the Door to dive into the lives of new characters, new locations and new ways of telling these tales From a sapphic dark fairytale in the woodlands of Russia, to a modern new twist on a Victorian terror — Shadows at the Door will make it almost impossible to choose your favorite. If you're looking for a horror experience that lingers, that haunts, that stays with you… it’s waiting for you at Shadows at the Door. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, or at https://shadowsatthedoor.com/...Shadows at the Door: The Tides of MenNorway, 1941. A country under the shadow of Nazi occupation. Marius, a fisherman, puts down his rod to take action. But Marius will soon learn there are more than just fish in the dark waters...Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers.Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/Cast:Liars & Leeches introduction read by Ryan ReidMarius was played by Jeppe Beck LaursenGunnar was played by Kai Kennet HansonHenry Blaxhall was played by Jake BensonJürgen, a German Soldier was played by Alan BurgonAnd The Intelligence Operative was played by Erika SandersonAdditional voices were provided by Jeppe Beck Laursen, Jake Benson and Alan BurgonThe Tides of Men was written by Mark NixonProduced, Directed and Sound Designed by Mark NixonThe original score was written and performed by Nico VetteseNorwegian translation was provided by Miria GreyhavenSpecial thanks to Øystein Ulsberg Brager The Nordland Railway: Tracks of WarProduction copyright held by Shadows at the Door productions. The rights to the story remain with the author. This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you!Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoorContent Warnings:Story: Swearing in English, Norwegian and German, depictions of drowning, depictions of the undead, alcohol use, nazis, mild homophobia, one homophobic slur in German, gunfire, depiction of dying via gunfire, punching, strong binaural soundscaping, screaming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 1- “Unpacked and Stored Away”From Hemlock Creek Productions comes the supernatural horror audio drama “Liars & Leeches”Grief. Anxiety. Terror. Tonya Wright felt it all after the tragic murders of her sister and brother-in-law in a random act of gun violence. Overwhelmed by her emotions, Tonya struggles to find a new normal after the tragedy, despite the support of her best friend Natalie. Leaving her house to complete mundane tasks, like shopping in public, makes Tonya feel like danger is lurking around every corner.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Discussions of gun violence/death, panic attacks, and stalking.This episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Tyler Hyrchuk as the Cashier-Jamie Richard-Stewart as the Customer-Jess Floam as the Officer-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by NicoVettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 2- “The Way Things Used To Be”Tonya begins to process her grief with the help of a new therapist, but her anxiety only continues to grow as she questions her new reality.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Discussions of gun violence/death and stalking.This episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Ja'Air Bush as Theresa Keller-Nhea Durousseau as Tami -Gerald Hill as Frank-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 3- “Closer Than a Shadow”Tonya goes into New York City for the first time since Tami and Jim’s deaths, but it’s a very different experience than what she’s used to.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Discussions of gun violence/death, panic attacks and stalking.This episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Rachel Lepore as Liz-Gerald Hill as Frank-GM Hakeem as the Cab Driver-Story created by Marisa Ewing-Script written by KJ Scott-Script editing by Meg Williams-Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 4- “The Whole Damn Knight”Tonya’s home is no longer safe, and she has to protect herself in any way she can. She travels to her local police department, hoping to find help, and possibly answers.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Panic attacks and stalking, as well as discussions of murder, gore, and gun violence/deathThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Jess Floam as the Office-Colin Fears as the Front Desk Worker.-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 5- “Promise Me You’ll Be OK”As Tonya tries to learn more about Victoria Parks, she receives some unexpected house guests.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Agoraphobia, as well as discussions of murder, gore, and gun violence/deathThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Gerald Hill as Frank Wright-Alex Bui as the Handyman-Olivia Steele as the Alarm-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Natalie interviews Victoria Parks to learn more about The Man that Victoria claims killed her husband.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Domestic violence, stalking, murder, goreThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Déarbhla Klue as Victoria Parks-Jordan Kalina as Robert Parks-Jason Lasky as Sean Walker-Jamie Richard-Stewart as The Man-Stephen Indrisano as the Guard.-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 7- “The Lair”Following a lead from Victoria Parks, Natalie tracks down Sean Walker, a photographer who seemed particularly interested in Victoria’s case. To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Body horrorThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Lindsay Wells as Vix-Jason Lasky as Sean Walker-Marisa Ewing as the Announcer-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 8- “Waiting for the Worst”As Natalie travels back to Cedar Grove with Sean and Vix in tow, Tonya waits anxiously at home, fearful that The Man could appear at any moment.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Body horror, stalkingThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Lindsay Wells as Vix-Jason Lasky as Sean Walker-Jamie Richard-Stewart as The Man-Max Herzfeld as the Flight Attendant-Olivia Steele as the Alarm-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 9- “Prepared for Anything”He’s here, and there’s nowhere else to run.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Body horror, stalking, violenceThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Lindsay Wells as Vix-Jason Lasky as Sean Walker-Jamie Richard-Stewart as The Man-Olivia Steele as the Alarm-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*New Update* We are currently raising funds for season 2 of Liars & Leeches. If you want to support our show and get access to some exclusive rewards, including annotated scripts, music from season 1, and early access to season 2 episodes, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two/x/29839204#/Episode 10- “It’s Not Real”The end is here. Will you run, or will you stay and fight? The choice is yours.This is the season finale of Liars & Leeches. We will return next year for season 2.To see full episode transcripts, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/transcriptsEpisode Trigger Warnings: Body horror, stalking, violence, murderThis episode features:-Ryan Reid as The Narrator-Kendell Byrd as Tonya Wright-Newton “Newt” Schottelkotte as Natalie Hale-Lindsay Wells as Vix-Jason Lasky as Sean Walker-Jamie Richard-Stewart as The Man-Ja’Air Bush as Theresa Keller-Gerald Hill as Frank-Story created by Marisa Ewing -Script written by KJ Scott -Script editing by Meg Williams -Dialogue editing, mixing and mastering by Marisa Ewing-Sound design by Melissa Pons-Music written by Nico Vettese of “We Talk of Dreams”-Additional recording assistance provided by Jordan Alexander and Trey Baker of Music City StudiosTo learn more about the show, cast, and crew, visit https://www.liarsandleeches.com/To support Hemlock Creek Productions and to help us continue making original shows, visit https://ko-fi.com/hemcreekprod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Hemlock Creek Productions comes the second season of the supernatural horror audio drama "Liars & Leeches." Just when they thought they were safe, Tonya and Nat stumble into a world of danger, obsession, heartbreak, and a Leech that's determined to not be exposed.To help fund the second season, we launched an Indie GoGo campaign on March 31st featuring unique rewards, including an original story from the perspective of a Leech, written by scriptwriter KJ Scott. To learn more:-Visit our Indie GoGo page: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liars-leeches-season-two#/-Follow us on social media at either @hemcreekprod or @liarsandleeches-Sign up for the Hemlock Creek Productions newsletter to receive updates on release dates, casting calls, and moreNarrator: Ryan ReidWritten by: Marisa Ewing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.