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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 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 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!
MCP 015 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 07
Posted by Raven on 06 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: Fiona, Rebecca, Miriam, Daniel, Making the Cut, fantasy, novel, science fiction, Podcast Episodes
In the aftermath of the mission, the telepaths mourn their losses, Victor reaps his rewards, and Miriam makes an unsettling discovery…
Plugging for Charity: Metamor City listener Nick Robinson is riding his bike across the UK to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society — go to jogleforalzheimers.blogspot.com to help out.
Metamor T-Shirt Pre-orders: If you’d like a Metamor City t-shirt, place your pre-orders between now and May 3rd, 2008. Orders are processed through PayPal — go to www.metamorcity.com/about/met to get yours!
Cast:
Fiona hin’Connaill — Christiana Ellis
Rebecca Brower — MA in PA
Lysa — Paulette Vallad
Miriam Bakhtavar — Martha Puskas
Abbey Preston — Heather Nowak
Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman
Promos:
SOBCon 2008 - Biz School for Bloggers
Bumper:
Michael Spence, of Sci Phi: The Journal of Science Fiction & Philosophy
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Haunted by Guilt: “Dark Autumn - Underscore 1″, by David Beard
Fiona’s Bad News: “Hunt - Pad”, by David Beard
A Plea For Help: “Mothersland - Cue 07″, by David Beard
A Wish Wasted: “Dark Autumn - Underscore 2″, by David Beard
A Dark Vision: “Primordial” and “Underscore 1″, by David Beard
Calling Rebecca Back: “Nowhere - Cue 2 Strings & Cue 4″, by David Beard
Doubting the Hive: “Nowhere - Cue 1″, by David Beard
Abbey’s Letter: “Ginger Dream”, by David Beard
Victor’s Letter: “Get in the Car - No Percussion”, by David Beard
Miriam’s Decision: “Isham Pastiche”, 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.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap; others were provided by the Freesound Project.
Feedback:
- Amy Bowen shares her thoughts on “Troubled Minds” and nerdy in-jokes.
- Ben Clifford of the Multidimensional Ninja Network ruminates on the interesting mix of fantasy and science fiction elements in Metamor City, and Chris takes a minute to plug Mur Lafferty’s WASTELAND.
- Jesse from Colorado and Nobilis both call in to praise Christiana Ellis’s performance in Chapter 6.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
As the telepaths lay one of their own to rest, Daniel makes a choice that will have a dramatic impact on his future. Much to his surprise, he then has a run-in with one of his erstwhile partners, who has some ideas that could change Daniel’s life even more dramatically. Chapter 8 drops in two weeks — until then, keep it on the bright side!
MCP 011 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 03
Posted by Raven on 10 Feb 2008 | Tagged as: Brian, Daniel, Fiona, Sasha, Evan/Eva, Rebecca, Making the Cut, Victor, fantasy, podiobook, novel, science fiction, Callie, Podcast Episodes
Daniel and Victor meet their fellow operatives for the upcoming smuggling job, including one whom Metamorphs will find familiar. Then the action switches to the Sommers breeding cell, where Brian, Fiona, Sasha and Rebecca are about to have their peaceful home life disturbed by an unexpected guest.
Cast:
Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman
Evan Selindi — Tee Morris
Eva Selindi — Philippa Ballantine
Callie Linder — Beq Vyper
Brian Sommers — Bryan Watson
Sasha King — Dani Cutler
Rebecca Brower — MA in PA
Fiona hin’Connaill — Christiana Ellis
Promos:
Bumper:
Nathan Lowell, author of The Golden Age of the Solar Clipper
The Music:
Opening Credits: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “Theatrical Trailer”, by Budha Building
Eva’s Unveiling: “Gaza Strip Mall”, by Amanda Monaco 4
Scene Break: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
Come Here, Wench: “Hot Sexy Ladies”, by Mark Speckman
Dark News: “Nightfall — Underscore”, 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. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network.
Some sound effects were provided by Soundsnap.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Daniel and Brian head to the skyport on their respective missions, unaware that they are pursuing the same package. Will Daniel’s team get their mysterious parcel to safety, or will Brian and his team succeed in stealing it? And will they discover their predicament before tragedy strikes? Find out in two weeks — until then, keep it on the bright side!
MCP 009 - MAKING THE CUT: Chapter 01
Posted by Raven on 13 Jan 2008 | Tagged as: Brian, Daniel, Fiona, Sasha, Rebecca, Making the Cut, Victor, podiobook, fantasy, novel, science fiction, Podcast Episodes
MAKING THE CUT continues! Meet Daniel Sharabi, a teenage member of the Psi Collective who has everything going for him — everything, that is, except his telepathic talent, which is mediocre at best. As he faces graduation and his exit examinations from the prestigious Westfall Academy, Daniel’s life is about to get a whole lot more complicated…
Cast:
Brian Sommers — Bryan Watson
Sasha King — Dani Cutler
Fiona hin’Connaill — Christiana Ellis
Rebecca Brower — MA in PA
Trace Umbara — Donte Taylor
Del Matthews — Nobilis
Kevin Darby — PG Holyfield
Victor hin’Kavos — Bill Bowman
Stacy Sharabi — Heather Welliver
Promos:
Adventures in SciFi Publishing
Bumper:
TJ Hodge, of the 3 Songs Podcast
The Music:
Intro: “Zeon Control”, by Metaverse
The Story So Far: “String Groove”, by a.b.e. (anthems of a bygone era)
The Championship Game: “Voltage Clamp”, by Rubber Band Banjo
Scene Breaks: “Jetlag”, by Metaverse
The Gestalt: “Float Up From Depth”, by Adhesion
Meeting the Hive: “Unison”, by Ambient Light
The Test of Healing: “Chase” and “Chase Loop”, by David Beard
Shame-Faced Apology: “Nowhere, Cue 3 Strings”, by David Beard
Bad News: “Nowhere, Cue 4″, 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. All other music is provided through agreement with the Podsafe Music Network.
Some sound effects provided by the Freesound Project. More information on the clips used will be provided after the jump. Other sound effects were provided by Soundsnap.
Next time on The Metamor City Podcast:
Five years have passed, and Daniel’s life hasn’t turned out the way he hoped. One of his fellow teeps, however, has a plan that just might help him get what he wants. Who is this benefactor? None other than Victor hin’Kavos…
