Achewillow is a storytelling podcast about Miriam DuFour, a French Canadian woman drawn into the bizarre world of Achewillow and her own family’s history in that town. Through her eyes we discover a strange landscape of subtle magics, bizarre people, coffee, the occasional demon, and baked goods. Wr…
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The Achewillow podcast is an exceptional audio drama that captivates its listeners with its excellent writing and immersive storytelling. From the first episode, it grabs your attention and keeps you hooked until the very end. The combination of JF Dubeau's masterful writing and Amy Frost's incredible narration brings the story to life in a way that is both eerie and charming.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the incredibly rich characters and fully developed scenery. Each character feels real and multi-dimensional, with their own quirks, flaws, and backstories. The small town setting of Achewillow is vividly portrayed, with all its charm, secrets, and supernatural elements. The writing truly shines in these aspects, making the world feel alive and engaging.
Another standout aspect is the great balance between internal monologue and dialogue. The internal thoughts of the main character add depth to the story and provide insight into her experiences and emotions. The dialogue between characters is natural and well-written, adding to the authenticity of their interactions.
The pacing of the podcast is absolutely perfect, keeping you on your toes without feeling rushed or dragged out. There are twists and turns throughout that will genuinely surprise you and keep you guessing. It's a rollercoaster ride of suspense, mystery, and supernatural happenings that will leave you wanting more.
The narration by Amy Frost is every bit as good as the writing. Her voice has a soothing quality that draws you in from the start. She does an excellent job highlighting nuance in situations through her inflections while maintaining a smooth delivery. The production quality is top-notch, with just enough effects to enhance the story without detracting from it.
While there are many things to love about this podcast, there are also some criticisms to note. One aspect that could be improved upon relates to certain elements involving the black character in the story. While it seems like the writer is trying to avoid clichés and stereotypes, there are still moments where inaccuracies and off-putting cliches are present. However, it's important to acknowledge that the podcast is still far better than most in this regard.
In conclusion, The Achewillow podcast is definitely worth your time. Whether you binge listen to season one or follow along as new episodes are released, you'll be captivated by the intriguing story, fantastic writing, and superb narration. It's a perfect blend of creepy and charming that will leave you craving more. This podcast has the potential to be adapted into a film and is highly recommended for fans of suspenseful storytelling and immersive audio dramas.
A friend comes home with a new trick, but that's not the only surprise awaiting Miriam.
Four children have disappeared from The Wilds and the clock is ticking for Miriam to get them back. Get your own piece of The Wilds memorabelia. Limited edition t-shirts and tea towels are available for preorder through November 26, 2023. Visit Ko-Fi.com/Achewillow/Shop to order.
When Miriam is recruited by one of the mayors to help out with The Wilds, she's provided an opportunity to take care of a problem that's been hounding her. But has she bitten off more than she can chew?
Miriam has a lot of loose ends to tie up.
Miriam doesn't know how to take 'no' for an answer. (This episode was recorded in the new studio space where some kinks are still being worked out. Things may sound slightly different.)
Miriam and Annabelle find out exactly what's behind the door of Room Seven.
As Miriam starts to untangle the puzzle of the recipe, there is an invader at her door.
An ominous warning is not enough to prepare Miriam for what she faces at the cafe.
As Miriam prepares for war, her allies take some unexpected forms.
Miriam is determined to prove to Gagnon that she has come a long way since he got her kicked out of cooking school. But the sweetness of her revenge is tempered by outside interference.
Amy and JF are hosting a live AMA on Thursday, May 25th at 7:30pm Eastern at Twitch.tv/Daniora. Submit your questions via email to Achewillow@gmail.com and we'll see you there.
Everyone needs the help of a friend sometimes. But does Miriam have the right kind of friends?
Desperate times call for desperate measures. But how far is too far?
With the reopening of the Achewillow, unexpected visitors from Miriam's past arrive. And none of these reunions go the way she expects.
CW: Childhood Illness/Cancer Miriam's grand re-opening of the Achewillow defies her expectations at every turn.
It's the eve of the grand reopening of the Achewillow and Miriam can't help but notice that something very strange is going on.
Miriam has a long to do list to tackle before she's ready to open the Achewillow's doors. Unfortunately for her, none of it will come easy.
Miriam struggles with reopening the Achewillow until motivation comes from an unexpected source.
Miriam's time finding herself is interrupted by the arrival of a carnival: Ariella's Infinite Carousel. Visiting looking for a distraction, Miriam finds much more.
Coming October 27, 2022: An Achewillow Special: Ariella's Infinite Carousel
It's time to pull out all the stops for one final showdown.
Figuring out what's going on and being able to do anything about it are two very different propositions.
Most cooks get more than once chance at a recipe, but for Miriam, this might be here one shot at success.
Miriam discovers that sometimes laying out all your cards is the strongest hand you have to play.
Miriam never knows what she will find in the back alley. Or what will find her there.
Miriam is finding adversity around every corner. And behind every door.
There's a storm on the horizon, but it's not just the rain.
Unexpected late night visitors are unpleasant, but even the ones who appear in the light of day can be intimidating.
Lost in the woods, night creeping in, facing down a Hellhound. Could things get worse? In Achewillow, they can.
As Miriam begins to show Eric the true nature of Achewillow, she forgets one thing. Achewillow always throws a wrench in even the best laid plans.
Something is happening to the animals of Achewillow. And Miriam knows that in this town, that could mean anything...
Miriam discovers clues that have been right in front of her the whole time, but before she can do anything about it, tragedy strikes.
It's just when things start feeling too calm, too normal, that everything starts to fall apart. Also, snails. So many snails.
Sometimes an offhand comment can tip your world on end. Fortunately for Miriam DuFour, she's got some backup on her side.
Miriam has only one shot at saving Vicky, and who knows how many others, from the Envy demon she believes is hidden deep in Vicky's heart. But will pastry be enough to save the day this time?
Now that Miriam has an idea of the foe she's facing, the only thing left is to find a solution. And that involves asking for help from some unusual places.
As pieces start falling into place, Miriam has to figure out the truth before it's too late.
Miriam is faced with the desperate pull between reporting a crime and looking for the valuable clues she needs before they all slip through her fingers.
It's one thing to be desperate for answers, searching for clues to solve a mystery. It's quite another to be faced with them head on.
Miriam has to deal with the fallout of her raccoon invasion. All of them. And she's got a deadline. After all, she has a date. Or not a date. Or...
Even with Annabelle's help, Miriam can't untangle the threads of what's going on with the strange drink orders in Achewillow. Especially when everyone and everything keep trying to distract her.
When Miriam wakes up in an uncharacteristically good mood, she starts to think that maybe, just maybe, everything is going to work out. However, there's a chill in the air, and it might not just be the weather.
Still reeling from her revelation, Miriam seeks the quiet of the Achewillow Border Park. Of course, in Achewillow, there's always something waiting in the dark.
Stephane found Nancy, but it wasn't good news. And it seems there are a lot of other strange happenings. Strange even for Achewillow.
Miriam doesn't know what to expect when Ophelia invites her along on a visit to the Remington house. What she encounters, though, is beyond anything she could have anticipated. In the aftermath, she's left with more questions than answers.
As Miriam takes up the mystery of Stephane's missing roommate, Ophelia begins her own investigation by tugging at the threads of Miriam's family history.
As strange coincidences start piling up, Miriam tries to cling to the simplest of explanations. Unfortunately, that tactic rarely holds in Achewillow.
As Miriam struggles with her failures to appease the spirit of Gary Remington, she discovers that may not be the only place where she's falling short.
Between her nights in the Achewillow Border Park and her days at the cafe, everything seems to be going well for Miriam DuFour. However, this is Achewillow, and nothing is going to stay peaceful for long.
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