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MCP 023 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 15
Posted by Raven on 26 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: Rebecca, Sasha, Miriam, Jared, Danni, Fiona, Brian, fantasy, podiobook, novel, science fiction, Making the Cut, Podcast Episodes
Driven by a terrible premonition, Rebecca sets out to learn what has happened to Daniel. How will she respond when she learns the truth?
Cast:
Rebecca Brower - MA in PA
Sasha King - Dani Cutler
Fiona hin’Connaill - Christiana Ellis
Miriam Bakhtavar - Martha Puskas
Doctor - David Moore
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Brian Sommers - Bryan Watson
Nathan Levy - Steve Eley
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Promos:
Bumper:
Eldon K. R. of Banter Over a Cigarette
The Music:
Intro: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Rebecca Awakens: “Restless Spirits — BeatyAA”, by David Beard
A Measure of Comfort: “Dream of a Princess”, by Yuzzy
Rebecca’s Concern: “Lebensraum, Cues 10 & 3″, by David Beard
Reconciliation: “Mothersland, Cue 3″, by David Beard
What Have You Done: “Nowhere – Cue 3 Strings”, by David Beard
Scene Break: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
Did You See That?: “Pagan – Opening”, by David Beard
Fiona’s Manifesto: “Underscore”, by David Beard
Confrontation: “Piano Loop B, Extended – No Piano”, by David Beard
Fiona’s Departure: “Nowhere – Cue 1″, by David Beard
Miriam’s Advice to Rebecca: “Mothersland, Cue 7″, by David Beard
Be Careful: “Ladder Strings, Variant 3″, by David Beard
Alone With Grief: “Autumn Song”, by David Beard
Fiona’s Guilt: “Nowhere – Cue 4″, by David Beard
Miriam’s Challenge: “Nowhere – Cue 1″, by David Beard
A Hidden Pain: “Ladder Strings, Variant 1″, by David Beard
Miriam’s Warning: “Kabir 2, Preprise Pensive”, by David Beard
Sasha Confronts Nate: “Isham Pastiche”, by David Beard
Rebecca’s Plea: “Survival in a House Darkening”, by Michael Masley (courtesy of Magnatune.com)
Searching Jared’s Flat: “Red Chalk, Yellow Skin” and “Electroscape1″, by ERH
Frightening Discovery: “So Easy”, by Budha Building
Second Thoughts: “Restless Spirits – Underscore”, by David Beard
Feelings of Loss: “Nowhere – Cue 1″, by David Beard
I Might Ask You the Same: “Nowhere – Cue 2″, by David Beard
Gotta Get You Out of Here: “Piano Loop B, Extended, No Percussion”, by David Beard
It’s Scaring Me: “Get in the Car – No Percussion”, by David Beard
I Did This To Me: “Piano Loop B”, by David Beard
Looking for Monsters: “Kabir 2B, Piano Only”, by David Beard
I’m Happy: “Nowhere – Cue 4″, by David Beard
I Am Alive: “Nightfall — Underscore 1″, by David Beard
Bed Music: “Smoke-Filled Room”, by Dave Thornton
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. Music from ERH is provided through the Freesound Project. Music from StackTraxx obtained by license from Digital Juice. Music from Michael Masley provided through license with Magnatune.com. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
Feedback:
- Anonymous calls in with general praise about the show, though s/he is still a little lost on some of the details of Metamor City.
- David van Sunder and Steve Eley share their thoughts on Episode 22.
- Quonundrum also sounds off on Episode 22, and extends well-wishes for Chris’s move to California.
If you’d like to contribute feedback, please call our voicemail line at (206) 350-7333, or email your comments (in text or audio) to feedback@metamorcity.com. You can also participate in the discussion forums at TheCursed.org.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
MAKING THE CUT is on hiatus until September, but keep an eye on the feed for a new short story during the month of August. Until next time, keep it on the bright side!
MCP 022 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 14
Posted by Raven on 12 Jul 2008 | Tagged as: Making the Cut, Jared, Danni, erotica, novel, podiobook, fantasy, Podcast Episodes
Danni’s evening with Jared is going well — and, thanks to Kevin, she has all the protection she needs to take things to the next level. But is she really ready to go that far? Plus: Jared confesses a shocking secret!
WARNING: This episode contains explicit sexual content. It is not work-safe or child-safe. You have been warned!
Cast:
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Promos:
Billi’s Crazy Eights (Don’t order until 08/08/08!)
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Danni’s Request: “Berleo”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Catherine: “Lebensraum, Cues 7, 8 and 9″, by David Beard
Tell Me How She Lived: “Mothersland, Cue 7″, by David Beard
The Invitation: “A Part of Me, A Part of You”, by Kparx
Embracing Passion: “Forbidden Desire”, by Josiah Barlow
Danni Reciprocates: “In My Dreams”, by Nijole Sparkis
Never Leave Me: “Ctrl-Alt-Del, Piano Motif”, by David Beard
Bed Music: “Smoke-Filled Room”, by Dave Thornton
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. Music from ERH is provided through the Freesound Project. Music from StackTraxx obtained by license from Digital Juice. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network or the Freesound Project.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
Feedback: No feedback this week. Call in to 206-350-7333 and tell us what you thought of the show!
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Driven by a terrible premonition, Rebecca sets out to learn what has happened to Daniel. How will she respond when she learns the truth? Find out in two weeks!
MCP 021 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 13
Posted by Raven on 28 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: Rebecca, Sasha, Miriam, Jared, Kevin, Danni, Fiona, Brian, fantasy, podiobook, novel, science fiction, Making the Cut, Callie, Podcast Episodes
Miriam meets with the Sommers cell to discuss breaking in to Viscount, while Danni takes Jared to a private club.
Cast:
Miriam Bakhtavar - Martha Puskas
Peter - Steve Riekeberg
Rebecca Brower - MA in PA
Brian Sommers - Bryan Watson
Fiona hin’Connaill - Christiana Ellis
Sasha King - Dani Cutler
Nathan Levy - Steve Eley
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Kevin Darby - P.G. Holyfield
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Lindy - Pewari Naan
Promos:
Double Trouble: Billibub Baddings and Digital Magic
Bumper:
Jack Hosley, aka WNDR Wolf of Wander Radio
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
Breaking News: “Early News Sting” and “Late News Sting”, by David Beard
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
The Vault: “Unison”, by Ambient Light
Forbidden Help: “Electroscape1″, by ERH
Victor’s Ploy: “Nine Lies the Heart Tells”, by ERH
A Perfect Mission: “A Cold World”, from StackTraxx Vol. 02
Heart-to-Heart with Kevin: “Moody”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Embracing her Nature: “Mothersland - Cue 4a”, by David Beard
Unexpected Tension: “Phunky ZZ”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Scene Break: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
Conversation with Lindy: “Alice in Wonderland”, by Emma Wallace
In the Cellar: “Coming Along”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Lead Out: “In the Circle”, by Hungry Lucy
Bed Music: “Smoke-Filled Room”, by Dave Thornton
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. Music from ERH is provided through the Freesound Project. Music from StackTraxx obtained by license from Digital Juice. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network or the Freesound Project.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
Feedback:
- Bloodworth compares Chapter 12 to Joss Whedon’s work.
- Tee Morris expresses his “displeasure” at Chris raising the bar (again).
- Nobilis comments on the surprising plot twists in MAKING THE CUT.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Danni’s evening with Jared is going well — and, thanks to Kevin, she has all the protection she needs to take things to the next level. But is she really ready to go that far? Plus: Jared confesses a shocking secret! See you in two weeks, Metamorphs!
MCP 020 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 12
Posted by Raven on 14 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: Rebecca, Daniel, Evan/Eva, Jared, Danni, Making the Cut, Artax, podiobook, fantasy, novel, science fiction, Podcast Episodes
Evan takes Daniel to SPELLS 4 U for a magical check-up. Has Danni been ensorcelled? And, if so, can Artax do anything to help her?
Cast:
Evan Selindi - Tee Morris
Artax - Bryan Watson
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Rebecca Brower - MA in PA
Answer Machine Voice - Martyn Casserly
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Promos:
Archangel (hosted by the blog Spiritual Tramp)
Bumper:
Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Name of the Wind
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Surprising Foreknowledge: “Sneaky”, by David Beard
Changing Back to Danni: “Andine”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
A Little Experimentation: “Phunky ZZ”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
The Desires of the Soul: “Realisation”, by David Beard
A Good Question: “Hunt Pad”, by David Beard
Not a Pleasant Thought: “Nowhere - Cue 2″, by David Beard
A Worse Alternative: “Isham Pastich”, by David Beard
The Ride Home: “Leave Me”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Nasty Implications: “Ladder - Strings”, by David Beard
A Radical Shift: “Nowhere - Cue 1″, by David Beard
Message Waiting: “Mothersland - Cue 7″, by David Beard
Danni’s Decision: “Ctrl-Alt-Del, Piano Motif”, by David Beard
Bed Music: “Smoke-Filled Room”, by Dave Thornton
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network or the Freesound Project.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
Feedback:
- Ren tells how she came to Metamor from MOREVI and comments on the awesomeness of Leann Mabry.
- Nobilis decides to mess with my head after hearing the extended feedback on Episode 19.
- John Merlin comments on my Balticon report.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Brian, Fiona, Sasha and Callie have cooked up a plan to steal the mysterious data that the vampires smuggled into Metamor City. They can’t do it alone, though, so they turn to the one ally they have left in the Hive power structure: Elder Miriam Bakhtavar. See you in two weeks!
MCP 019 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 11
Posted by Raven on 31 May 2008 | Tagged as: Evan/Eva, Jared, Danni, Making the Cut, science fiction, podiobook, fantasy, novel, Podcast Episodes
Danni has her first real date with a man. Will it be all that she expected? And how is Nate going to react to having a bombshell like Danni living in the apartment?
Note: Chris gives his after-action report on Balticon 42 and gets rather mushy on the subject. If you’d rather not listen to the chatter, skip ahead to about the 14-minute mark.
Cast:
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Nathan Levy - Steve Eley
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Evan Selindi - Tee Morris
Promos:
Bumper:
Kimi Alexandre of Tale Chasing
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Nathan’s First Look: “Hot Sexy Ladies”, by Mark Speckman
Ooh, A Date: “Pink Marmalade”, from StackTraxx Vol. 36
Scene Break: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
Coming Clean: “Mothersland - Cue 3″, by David Beard
Emotional Connection: “A Part of Me, A Part of You”, by Kparx
Live Wire: “Forbidden Desire”, by Josiah Barlow
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network or the Freesound Project.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
How to nominate Metamor City for the Parsec Awards:
- Go to www.parsecawards.com/submission
- You’ll see a set of check boxes under a heading labeled “Select Award Categories.” Click the check boxes for Best Speculative Fiction Story (Short Form) and Best Speculative Fiction Magazine or Anthology Podcast.
- In the box marked “Podcast RSS Feed URL”, enter the feed URL for Metamor City, which is http://www.metamorcity.com/?feed=podcast
- Click “Submit” to submit your nomination.
- Back at the Parsec Awards home page, click “View Submissions” and locate the entry for The Metamor City Podcast.
- Under the Metamor City entry, click “Add new comment.”
- Enter your name and email address, then add your comments about the podcast. Be sure to recommend Troubled Minds (MCP006 and MCP007) for consideration as the Best Speculative Fiction Story (Short Form).
- Click “Preview Comment” to view your comment, then “Post Comment” to post it.
That’s all there is to it! There’s no benefit to voting more than once, but be sure to tell the judges what you think about Metamor City!
Feedback:
- Tawny Leona shares her thoughts on Metamor City, Daniel’s situation, Eva’s advice, and the benefits — and risks — of listening to audio fiction during nature walks.
- Erica calls in with her hopes about seeing Metamor City in print, and suggests another career path for Chris.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Evan takes Daniel to SPELLS 4 U for a magical check-up. Has Danni been ensorcelled? And, if so, can Artax do anything to help her? Find out in two weeks!
MCP 018 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 10
Posted by Raven on 17 May 2008 | Tagged as: Rebecca, Sasha, Evan/Eva, Jared, Kevin, Danni, Fiona, Brian, fantasy, podiobook, novel, science fiction, Making the Cut, Callie, Podcast Episodes
An Elder pays a visit to the Sommers cell and delivers the Hive’s response to their failure at the skyport. Meanwhile, Danni deals with her first morning as a woman.
Cast:
Sasha King - Dani Cutler
Brian Sommers - Bryan Watson
Kevin Darby - P.G. Holyfield
Danni Sharabi - Sara Lloyd
Rebecca Brower - MA in PA
Callie Linder - Beq Vyper
Fiona hin’Connaill - Christiana Ellis
Eva Selindi - Philippa Ballantine
Jared Tamlin - Jason Adams
Promos:
Bumper:
Dani Cutler, of the Truth Seekers Podcast
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
The Warning: “Hunt - Pad”, by David Beard
Waking Up Danni: “HardJack”, from StackTraxx Vol. 04
Unexpected Complication: “Sneaky”, by David Beard
Danni’s Dilemma: “Nowhere - Cues 1 and 4″, by David Beard
Callie’s Principles: Remix of “Electroscape1″ and “Sci-Fi 2″, by ERH
Viscount Security Solutions: “Trance Groove Jam”, by David Henderson
Scene Break/Lead Out: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
Bed Music: “Smoke-Filled Room”, by Dave Thornton
All music from David Beard is used by special permission from the artist. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network or the Freesound Project.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
How to nominate Metamor City for the Parsec Awards:
- Go to www.parsecawards.com/submission
- You’ll see a set of check boxes under a heading labeled “Select Award Categories.” Click the check boxes for Best Speculative Fiction Story (Short Form) and Best Speculative Fiction Magazine or Anthology Podcast.
- In the box marked “Podcast RSS Feed URL”, enter the feed URL for Metamor City, which is http://www.metamorcity.com/?feed=podcast
- Click “Submit” to submit your nomination.
- Back at the Parsec Awards home page, click “View Submissions” and locate the entry for The Metamor City Podcast.
- Under the Metamor City entry, click “Add new comment.”
- Enter your name and email address, then add your comments about the podcast. Be sure to recommend Troubled Minds (MCP006 and MCP007) for consideration as the Best Speculative Fiction Story (Short Form).
- Click “Preview Comment” to view your comment, then “Post Comment” to post it.
That’s all there is to it! There’s no benefit to voting more than once, but be sure to tell the judges what you think about Metamor City!
Balticon Appearances:
As of this writing, I have been confirmed for participation on the following panels:
- Podiobooks 101 - What are they, and why listen? (1900 Friday, Belmont)
- Promoting Yourself (2100 Friday, Chesapeake)
- Voice Acting Workshop (2200 Friday, Garden Room)
- Live! Takeover - An Audio Drama (1300 Saturday, Belmont)
- Blending Genres (1700 Saturday, Salon D)
- Crowd Sourcing: Making your own street team (2200 Saturday, Belmont)
- Reading - Metamor City: The Cuckoo (2300 Saturday, Pimlico)
- Podcasting 102 - How do I make my own? (1500 Sunday, Belmont)
- Adapting Literary Works For Audio (1700 Sunday, Chesapeake)
- Fantasy Clichés (1900 Sunday, Salon D)
- Death and Immortality in Lord of the Rings (2000 Sunday, Derby)
Feedback:
- Nobilis had a good laugh at the final line of Chapter 09.
- Frank Scheers can’t stop listening, even though he hates psis.
- Scott Pike asks questions about theriomorphs, the origins of psis and vamps, and the history of the Curse.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Danni has her first real date with a man. Will it be all that she expected? And how is Nate going to react to having a bombshell like Danni living in the apartment? Find out in Chapter 11!
