December 22, 2023

A Fictional Cafe’s Christmas Episode! “God Rest Ye Merry Physicists”

A Fictional Cafe Christmas Adventure Like Nothing You’ve Ever Heard! On Christmas eve, a team of brilliant scientists hit a major breakthrough in their portal to another universe. They can’t imagine how dearly their curiosity will cost them when they decide to go through to the other side. You’re just seconds away from full immersion in your new favorite high-concept, original, and, it must be said: bonkers, audio drama. Strap in. Sci-fi and Christmas collide in our latest audio drama podcast! Follow a team of scientists on their quest to save the holiday season from a monstrous inter-dimensional threat. ‘God Rest Ye Merry Physicists’ was written and directed by Derek Toombs Ableman – Dino DeRosa Bachus – Derek Toombs Caffrey – Shelby Reynolds Danhke – Ray Alvarez Grace/Cashier – Isabel Barbato Crystal – Alexis Jackson Ableman’s Son – Shawn Murray Mrs. Ableman…

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December 9, 2023

“Witchever Path” by You and The Fans!

Posted by Ruby Fink in Audio Arts

Who hasn’t felt an emotional urge to tell a protagonist what to do at key moments in the story? “Don’t open that door!”“Take the overgrown path.”“Call for Help.” We hear you. Witchever Path is an anthology series where your decisions effect the story. Our stories are based in America’s NorthEast, featuring characters finding themselves in the thick of the unknown while tackling issues like queer identity, gender, race, and spirituality. Stories often focus on the communities not typically seen in stories taking place in New England, and giving voice to the perspectives of those communities while uniting under some universal themes. And the supernatural happens. A lot. To get a feel for what we do, start here: Witchever Path isn’t like a lot of audio dramas. We’re a fiction anthology series that allows you to help determine…

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November 17, 2023

“The Nest” by Other Stories Podcast

Posted by Ruby Fink in Audio Arts

We might be on the other side of Halloween, but that’s no reason why we can’t post a few more spooky stories! Presenting “The Nest” by Other Stories Podcast. No school. No parents. No way out. The disappearance of four single parents leads to an investigation by the children they leave behind. The youngsters are convinced that a sinister supernatural force is responsible. Jamie has been left a strange offering.Valerie has heard a screeching sound in the night sky.Raheem claims to have seen a creature with wings.Isabel believes that she knows the location of a ‘nest’. ACT 1 – JAMIE There’s something not quite right in Creekwood Pines. Jamie, a kid with far too much responsibility for a boy his age, returns home after a successful day playing truant to find his mother missing and his younger brother over…

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November 2, 2023

“Maeltopia” on Rusty Quill

Posted by Ruby Fink in Audio Arts

In honor of the spookiest of holidays only a few days away, here is Maeltopia, a horror and dark fiction podcast featuring interconnected series and stories set in the ever-expanding literary world, hosted by Rusty Quill. Rusty Quill is an industry leading independent production company and podcast network. It was founded in 2015 and works to originate, find, develop, fund, produce and distribute exceptional media content around the world. “Marvin doesn’t have a shadow? Of course not. Marvin is the shadow.” – Helena The Great Darkness of 1999 left enigmatic structures and artifacts known as Obscuruum in its wake, casting a grim shadow over humanity. Years later, a mysterious organization called the Esoterium founds the Obscuary – a team of extraordinary individuals tasked with uncovering the secrets behind these sinister artifacts. Endowed with rare abilities, the…

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October 1, 2023

Mexico’s Legend of “La Llorona” in Story and Song

Posted by Jack B. Rochester in Audio Arts, Interviews, Podcasts, Video

Debuting an Extraordinary Realization from Auteur Philip Gabbard and Fat Unicorn Society Studios The Fictional Café is thrilled to join in the worldwide release today of Philip Gabbard’s stunning work, “La Llorona.” He wrote the story, wrote and orchestrated the music, and produced this video, which features a heartbreakingly beautiful duet. This truly incredible visual portrayal of the legendary La Llorona stars Angela Muniz in her debut performance, accompanied by Mexican recording artist Federico Valdez. In just three minutes, “La Llorona” will take you on a journey through centuries of folklore and cultural heritage, revealed with a new artistic perspective on this age-old story. Take a listen, enjoy, peruse the lyrics and read the interview with Phil below. We would love for you to share your thoughts in the Comments section, and please share this post with…

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