Audio Theatre Central

(00:00:00) Behind the Scenes of New Fantasy Audio Drama The Road to Kaeluma with Show Creators (00:00:45) Intro Notes (00:04:40) Interview Segment (00:56:50) Post-Interview Thoughts (01:01:43) Feedback Segment A new family-friendly, fantasy audio drama called The Road to Kaeluma was released today as a podcast, so we sit down with the show creators in this episode to chat about the project. Without getting into spoilers, J.D. talks with Perry Wilson and Landon Hawley about some of the inspirations for the show, the challenges they faced during production, working with John Fornof and John Campbell, and much more. Also in this episode, J.D. responds to feedback from Sara, Blake, and Jeremy. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/214 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Sonic-Con Interviews with Timothy Gregory of Unshackled & More (00:01:00) Audio Drama Updates (00:23:49) Interview Segment (01:01:56) Feedback Segment In this episode, we present four great interviews recorded at Sonic-Con 2023. J.D. speaks with Unshackled's Timothy Gregory about his work on the show, some of the backstory of that historic program, as well as a newer project that they're now working on. They also talk about Tim's audiobook narration work. J.D. also speaks with writer and actor Colton Grellier, who was the man who came up with the idea for the Sonic-Con event. ATC contributor Austin Peachey also chats with talented voice actors Jake Phillips and Caleb Bressler about some of the projects they've worked on and their thoughts on the event. Before the interviews, J.D. shares several audio drama updates, and he caps off the episode by responding to feedback from Samuel, Robert, and Greyson. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/213 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Review of Adventures in Odyssey #76: Keep it Together (00:00:54) Audio Drama Updates (00:10:35) Review Segment (01:46:53) Feedback Segment ATC contributor Michael Schroeder joins J.D. to discuss Adventures in Odyssey #76: Keep it Together in this episode. They do a deep dive into these 6 episodes and share thoughts on the Rydell saga, where the Buck and Jules arc is headed, character archetypes, believable villains, and more. Also in the episode, J.D. responds to feedback from PJ, Jeremy, and Blake. But to kick things off, he shares a batch of exciting audio drama updates. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/212 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) 6 Audio Drama Podcasts You May Like (00:01:34) Audio Drama Updates (00:11:11) Review: 6 Audio Drama Podcasts You May Like (00:36:23) Feedback Today, we're doing something a little different. Rather than doing a deep dive into a single audio drama, J.D. shares an overview and a few brief thoughts on 6 different audio dramas that are available as a podcast. Before the reviews, he also shares a good chunk of updates on some upcoming releases to be on the lookout for. To cap off the episode, J.D. responds to a bunch of feedback from the community, specifically from Camden, Michael, Rose, Jonathan, David, Blake, Bethany, Daniel, and Jane. Join us for the ride! Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/211 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Huge Changes to Adventures in Odyssey [Bonus Episode] (00:01:09) What’s changing (00:06:44) What’s staying the same (00:11:57) What this means for the AIO team, fans, and other creators There are some major changes coming to Adventures in Odyssey, so we are dropping a special bonus episode to let you know what's happening. AIO is the preeminent program in this industry so not only does what they do affect the fans but can also set a precedent for other creators in the space so we felt it was important to address this right away. J.D. will go over what's changing, what's staying the same, and what it all means for us as fans of the show. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/210 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Using Humor and Everyday Life to Inspire Stories with Torry Martin (00:01:04) Audio Drama Updates (00:12:16) Torry Martin Interview Today's episode features a fascinating conversation with writer and actor Torry Martin, the man who created the character of Wooton Bassett for Adventures in Odyssey. J.D. talks with Torry about the origins of that character, how everyday life inspires stories, why it's important for great writers to not be afraid to be vulnerable, and a whole lot more! You just may learn some things about Wooton that you never knew before and you might also learn some things about yourself too. But before this interview, J.D. shares some exciting audio drama updates to keep an ear out for. Join us for this month's installment of the show and let's explore family-friendly audio drama! Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/209 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Interview with Composer Jared DePasquale & Upcoming 2025 Releases (00:01:43) Feedback (00:04:56) Audio Drama Updates (00:13:20) Interview w Jared DePasquale Our first episode of 2025 features the return of composer Jared DePasquale to the show. J.D. chats with Jared about some of the audio dramas he's scored in recent years such as The Victory of Joan of Arc and Freedom: William Bradford and the American Pilgrims. They also talk about how the scores for slice-of-life stories and epic historical dramas differ from each other, some of his favorite soundtracks, how the composer/sound designer relationship works for him, and a lot more. J.D. also responds to feedback from Jeremy and shares a handful of audio drama updates. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/208 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) 2024 Retrospective & Audio Drama Terminology (00:01:13) Audio Drama Updates (00:13:37) Monologue #1: Audio Drama Terminology (00:36:42) Feedback (00:49:02) Monologue #2: 2024 Retrospective (01:09:24) A Message from JD In our last episode of 2024, J.D. takes a look back at some highlights from this year in terms of voice-acting gigs, top releases, and memorable moments. He also responds to feedback from Camden and Blake and shares lots of exciting audio drama updates. J.D. also takes a segment to talk about audio drama terminology beginning with the basics of this medium, in an effort to address some ongoing discussions about this topic in the industry. At the end of the episode, he shares an important message with you so stick around to the end! Merry Christmas! We'll see you again next year! Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/207 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Reviews of Darkness Duology from HeartMatters & The Jungle Book from Root and Twig (00:01:59) Audio Drama Updates (00:18:44) Darkness Duology Review (00:39:33) The Jungle Book Review (00:59:46) Feedback As usual, we have a jam-packed episode today. J.D. reviews two productions in this episode; the Darkness Duology from HeartMatters and The Jungle Book from Root and Twig Sounds. Two very different audio projects but both are very well done and worth talking about. J.D. also responds to feedback from Michael and Blake. But before all that, he shares a whole bunch of exciting audio drama updates to keep you up to date with all that's happening in this industry.  Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/206 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.

(00:00:00) Backstory of the New Jake Muller Adventures with Darby Kern & Micah Touchet (00:01:17) Audio Drama Updates (00:12:09) Interview Segment We've got a bonus episode for you today in which J.D. shares a handful of audio drama tidbits and then we dedicate the rest of the episode to chatting with Darby Kern and Micah Touchet of the Jake Muller Adventures audio drama series. J.D. talks with them about what has happened since Unidentified was released in 2019, some of the inspirations for the next releases, Blood, Undead, Engineered, and Shroud, and even a bit about Darby's and Micah's philosophy about telling great stories in the audio drama medium. Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/205 What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."Email your recording to feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.