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  • Today we're presenting a special episode recapping the entire weekend of Adventures in Odyssey's One Grand Party in early August 2024. ATC contributors, Austin Peachey and Michael Schroeder joined J.D. to record daily recaps of the event. In addition to the daily recording, J.D. invited six members of the AIO fan community to share some of their favorite moments from the weekend. We hope that if you could attend, you can relive the amazing experience again with us, and if you weren't there, we hope you can get a little taste of things through this episode.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/203

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  • Today's main event is a conversation with author and audiobook narrator John R. Erickson. John published his first book and audiobook of the Hank the Cowdog character in 1983 and has been going strong ever since. J.D. talks with him about the series' origins, his work on a cattle ranch, the part that the oral storytelling tradition played in his approach to writing, how the Hank the Cowdog audio drama podcast came about, and much more. In addition to the interview, J.D. shares a whole passel of audio drama updates, addresses feedback from Jeremy and Blake, and gives a monologue about audio drama as content marketing for brands.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/202

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  • It's the review many have been waiting for! Today J.D. and Austin do a deep dive into Adventures in Odyssey #75: The Best Is Yet To Come, discussing the plots, performances, and production values of these six episodes. In addition to this discussion, J.D. responds to feedback from Nato, Bethany, Rose, and David. But before all of that, he shares a bunch of audio drama updates to kick off the episode.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/201

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  • For this milestone episode, we are thrilled to present some short conversations with several of the top creatives in the family-friendly audio drama industry; writers, composers, actors, directors, and sound designers. J.D. chats with each of them about why they love working in audio drama and then asks some fun questions to get to know these talented folks. In addition to this industry guest spectacular, J.D. is also joined on the show by nearly all of the current team of ATC contributors; Austin Peachey, Michael Schroeder, Robert Thacker, and Christopher Green to talk about how they first found ATC and got involved with the show and blog. We also get to hear some great voicemails from several members of the ATC family and J.D. kicks off the show with a special edition of Here's What I'm Thinking in which he shares some fun ATC stats and facts. Join us for all the fun in the 200th episode of Audio Theatre Central!

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  • Today, J.D. dives into the world of medieval England with a review of the first season of Robin Hood: Rising to Honor from LRT Media and Eternal Future Productions. In addition to talking about this audio drama about the legendary characters of Robin, Prince John, Marian, and Friar Tuck, J.D. also gives a monologue segment with some of his thoughts on the idea of micro audio drama. But before all that, he also shares some audio drama updates including a first airing of a teaser for an upcoming show! Join the fun!
    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/199

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  • Today, JD is joined by ATC contributor Austin Peachey to review album 74 of Adventures in Odyssey, titled Buckle Up! They go deep into the characters, plots, performances, and production values of these six episodes. Also in the episode, JD shares a handful of audio drama updates, including the first trailer for the next Sargent Family Productions project. He also responds to feedback from Mark and shares some updates and BTS info on the Seneca Awards and why the ATC reviews have been so late recently. It's a packed episode so join the fun!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/198

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  • Easter is this month and Witnesses recently just wrapped up the final episode of their mini-series, The Lamb, so we thought it was the perfect time to review these episodes. ATC contributor and audio drama producer Christopher Green joins J.D. for a deep dive into these 8 episodes which tell the story of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection in a new way. In addition to the review, J.D. shares a bunch of exciting audio drama updates as well. Happy Easter!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/197

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  • Ok, it's really true that we've got a packed episode this month! We've got a bunch of audio drama updates, JD shares some potentially controversial opinions about younger writers and actors in his monologue, and he also responds to feedback from Bethany, Blake, Jeremy, and Michael. In addition to all that, JD is joined in the interview segment by Kristie Jardot, Lead Program Coordinator and Austin Peachey, Audio Content Producer with Oklahoma-based nonprofit, HeartMatters, Inc. to talk about their brand new audio drama efforts. Then after the conversation, JD reviews all 6 of the new episodes that have just been released. These are some great quality programs that you and your family will be sure to enjoy.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/196

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  • JD kicks off the year with a new episode dedicated to looking at what is coming down the road this year in the world of family-friendly audio drama. There are lots of productions on the horizon that we're really excited about and we thought it was worth discussing. JD also shares some audio drama updates and addresses some feedback from Christian and an Apple Podcasts review.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/195

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  • We've got a packed show for the final episode of 2023! Austin Peachey sits down with writer and voice actor, Glenn Hascall, to talk about some of his previous projects he written or acted in, his creative process, and a bit about what he's got cooking for 2024. JD shares a bunch of audio drama updates including a couple pieces of teaser audio and then he reviews the brand new release from Markiewitz Audioworks, Artaban and the Quest for the King. This is an hour-long Christmas story that we think you will really enjoy. And we've got a fun post-credits surprise for you! Don't miss our 2023 finale!
    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/194

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  • Recorded in front of live audience in The Tower Theater in Lynchburg, Virginia at Sonic-Con 2023, this episode was a lot of fun! ATC contributor Austin Peachey joins JD to host the show as they share lots of audio drama updates and address some feedback from listener Blake. They also have a great conversation with actors Andy Harvey and Daniel Cross about how they got started in audio drama, how other types of acting can translate to voice acting, and some of their most challenging roles thus far. These two talented actors also do a cold read of two short scripts to show how they approach new characters and develop the voice. You don't want to miss this show!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/193

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  • JD, Dominic Treis, Josh Rodriguez, Darby Kern, Austin Peachey, and Nato Jacobson recap day 3 of Sonic-Con 2023.

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  • JD, Dominic Treis, and Josh Rodriguez recap day 2 of Sonic-Con 2023.

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  • JD, Dominic Treis, and Austin Peachey recap day 1 of Sonic-Con 2023.

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  • Alicia Hansen and Jonathan Cooke from Eternal Future Productions join JD to talk about the audio dramas they're working on these days. They chat a bit about Pirateers, but the conversation primarily focuses on their upcoming show, Venture, for which they reveal for the first time, the full character list for Season 1 and the actors who play each of them. Before the interview, JD shares a huge amount of audio drama updates, including events, recent releases, and upcoming productions. And lastly, JD addresses some feedback from Blake regarding hard-to-hear dialogue in audio drama.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/189

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  • Today is World Audio Drama Day so we've got a bonus episode for you! Matthew P. Woerner from AudioImagination77 Productions joins JD to talk about one of the most famous radio shows of all-time on the 85th anniversary of its original airing, The War of the Worlds from The Mercury Theatre on the Air. They talk about some of the behind the scenes of the broadcast, its impact on broadcast history, and some of the other work from its director, Orson Welles. And since Matthew released his latest production titled Operator today, they talk about its connection to the Orson Welles broadcast, what inspired him to write the script, working with remote actors for the first time, and more. And then we present the original 1938 broadcast for your listening enjoyment. Happy #WorldAudioDramaDay!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/188

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  • Another packed episode this month! Award-winning composer, John Campbell, joins JD to talk about composing scores for Adventures in Odyssey, some of his favorite characters, and a lot more! But before that, JD shares a bunch of audio drama updates and a monologue segment about the value of silence. And to wrap up the episode, JD responds to feedback from Micah and also addresses some common questions that arose from his recent episode about the Seneca Awards.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/187

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  • To celebrate International Podcast Day, JD brings a special bonus episode of the podcast. He shares a few audio drama updates and then gives you a peek behind the curtain into ATC Backstage and plays two Initial Reactions Quickisodes that were recorded for Backstage pass holders. Happy Podcast Day!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/186

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  • In this bonus episode, JD shares a few audio drama updates before playing the recording of the 6th ATC Seneca Awards broadcast from August 25, 2023. Following the broadcast replay, we get to hear the acceptance speeches from this year's winners! Don't miss it!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/185

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  • JD sits down with writer/director Craig A. Hart, the founder of LRT Media, to talk about his journey into the audio drama industry. They chat about his work as a writer and producer of shows like Chapel & Squeak, The Titanic Waif, and his Sherlock Holmes series. And to wrap up the conversation, Craig shares an exclusive announcement about his upcoming partnership with Eternal Future Productions, a new audio drama series about Robin Hood. JD also shares several audio drama updates, addresses some feedback from EZ, and shares about some challenges he's facing with running the ATC Seneca Awards and asks for feedback for the future of the awards.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/184

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