Atoms, Motion and the Void

In which Sherwin answers a listener's question about what to do about persons of the irritable persuasion.  Send your questions to Sherwin at sherwinsleeves (at) yahoo (dot) com. 

In which Sherwin errantly receives a mysterious package in the mail and makes use of what's inside to create something that he dearly wishes he could keep.  Visit radioghost.com for more information.  Write Sherwin at sherwinsleeves at yahoo dot com. 

In which Sherwin responds to an ill listener, who wants to know what Sherwin does when he is unwell.  Visit radioghost.com for more information.  Write Sherwin at sherwinsleeves at yahoo dot com. 

In which Sherwin finally relents and responds to a listener's request to plan a great day for him or her. 

In which Sherwin searches for some sign of Dudgeon Lurie - and attempts to recall the last chore he gave him. 

In which Sean takes a turn at Sherwin's insistence and tells the story of Montminny. 

In which Sherwin makes his way to Glister Hall, attempts to climb the great wall, is unshorn by a rioting crowd, and finally encounters the mysterious Hall proprietor Goodwin Sand - also known as Fortinbras, Dainty Marblehead, Pasha, and Gerald Fielder. 

In which Mrs. Sleeves makes many requests of Mr. Lady - both in Lemon and on the island.  

In which Sherwin hatches a foul plan to catch the girl in the sack cloth - and learns of a boy in a dirty sheet. 

In which the Great Achievement is revealed - and a mysterious new person makes herself known in both dreams and reality. 

What is the Great Achievement - you may wonder.  Long in the making, I first noticed it during a terrible storm when I discovered I could no longer find the light switch in my cabin.  It was at that moment that a fuller situation revealed itself - a situation that I soon recognized as an achievement. A Great Achievement. 

Week 4 - Part the Last "In which Sherwin and Sarah come to an understanding."    

Week 3 - Part 2 "In which Sherwin and Ronald Vinegar begin to share something unexpected." If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com.

Week 3 - Part 1   "In which Sherwin, determined to get down into the Cottis, stumbles upon a strangeness."   If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com.

Week 2 - Part 2   "In which Sherwin attempts to locate the Cottis - a mysterious hole in the abandoned mill floor."   If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com.

Week 2 - Part 1: In which we learn a bit more about Ronald Vinegar and the origins of the Bellwether Dispatch.  If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com.

Week 1 - Part 2: In which Sherwin describes the aftermath of the release of the first postcard. If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com. 

If you've listened to the Atoms, Motion & the Void podcast, you'll be on familiar ground. We are in the unusual town of Lemon, New Hampshire and strange things are afoot.   "The Bellwether Dispatch" stories center on a reenactment of a century old postcard weather report service - which reports were derived through a series of both oracular and clumsy events, and then printed on a postcard and delivered by hand to all the residents in town.  As then, so now: treasure is involved and cryptic puzzles to be solved.  Real - and virtual - real postcards delivered to your home (or virtual if you prefer) can be obtained by writing Sherwin Sleeves as bellwetherdispatch@gmail.com.  More information can be found at radioghost.com. 

"In which Sherwin falls back on an old bad habit and comes face to face with the odious Redmond Moxley and his mysterious boxes."  Music by Sherwin Sleeves and Roy Harter.  This is Part Two of "The Fingerprints of the Fallen Down - A Metaphysical Murder Mystery."  You may listen to Part One via atomsmotion.com or down along this podcast feed, or you can just read the following: In the first episode, Sherwin traveled to Paradox Mountain in search of the otherworldly maker of a peculiar "whippoorwill" clock. There, he not only found Avis Hearne dead with a bullet in her head, but also found himself the victim of the long-missing Helen Eleanor's magical smoke.

Voted Favorite Play by the 2010 Spotlight Awards, and inspired by Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol”, Whisper, Pray, Make Room is a one man musical drama that tells the story of diabolical radio talk show host, Steve "The Sledgehammer" King, who receives 3 life altering phone calls during this, his final radio broadcast.  Featuring calls from radio friends, Dr. Steve, GVAC, the Blowhard, Mikeyboy, Tall James, Rick Ganley from NHPR, and many others.  Join Sherwin every Wednesday at 9 PM EST for a new Live show on the Clutch & Wiggle Radio Empire: http://cweradio.com/live/

In which Sherwin's quest to discover the arcane use of a peculiar clock leads to an awful discovery on Paradox Mountain. Music by Sherwin Sleeves & Angel Olsen. Part 1 of "The Fingerprints of the Fallen Down - A Metaphysical Murder Mystery".

"In which Sherwin discusses the origin of "Chesskers" a new game he's invented with Sheriff Ray, and how that led to a troubling police visit to the Flashlight Jaspers, a family who have shut themselves away from the world." With Music by Sherwin Sleeves, Roy Harter, Sean Barry and Sean Hurley

In which Sherwin tells the stories of two very different sorts of local celebrity - Flip Hackery, who is most well known for standing in the middle of the street - and the mysterious Goose Hollow Girls, who still live in their closed down campground with only their guns, a zipline, dogfood, and a bonfire to keep them company.  

This is Part 6 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

This is Part 5 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

This is Part 4 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

This is Part 3 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

This is Part 2 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

This is Part 1 of 6 of never before publicly released "Stalwarts" series - which runs AMV#40 thru 45.  

Every year at Christmas, I take out my skates and go for a ritual journey down a wilderness river...always hoping that a special someone from my long ago past will finally agree to meet up with me at a certain special spot along the river.  With five original songs, including The Christmas La La song, this story has been aired nationally on Public and Satellite Radio and in the UK and Australia. 

In which Sherwin is invited to dine aboard the Flying Yankee, which invitation includes a rather mysterious request. Written and Produced for broadcast on Thanksgiving Day for New Hampshire Public Radio

In which Sherwin learns the secret identities of Artur and Tristam Barrel-Bain, and gathers that he has, all along, been undergoing the transformative process known as the 'Bodhi Seti Satva' which offers, in its end-stage, an intimate glimpse into the great unknown.

In which Sherwin's sense of self takes a turn for the inverse.

In which Sherwin observes his impersonator walking home from the theater and realizes a difference between how things seem and how they are.

Sherwin's first hours impersonating Artur Barrel-Bain include sleeplessness, a silent new companion, and the request that he begin to make a study of a certain someone he'd rather hoped to forget.

After agreeing to switch places with the playwright, Artur Barrel-Bain, Sherwin heads to Barrel-Bain's home with his new set of keys, only to discover someone waiting for him at the door.

In which Sherwin is given the chance to put down the unputdownable - and given the chance to observe himself from a unique perspective. Music by Sherwin Sleeves, and with CC permission: David Hilowitz - Transformations II   David’s music can be found here:  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/David_Hilowitz/ Chris Zabriskie – Cylinder 1  Chris’s music can be found here: http://chriszabriskie.com Corrina Repp – The Absent and the Distant

In which Sherwin is presented with a new Stalwart work outfit and discovers the name of the author of a much sought-after book.   Music by Sherwin Sleeves and with CC Permission by:   Chris Zabriskie – "I Used to Need the Violence"  http://chriszabriskie.com & Daniel Birch: “Looking out to Sea” - https://www.danielbirchmusic.com/

In which Sherwin's turn as Maxwell Fox in the 1970's family farce "The Droll Foxes" is recounted alongside a nasty revelation regarding his habit for making lists.

In which Sherwin visits the local Lemon Library and undertakes a private project, only to find that someone else in the library is doing something quite similar.

In which Sherwin recounts his unique military service at a remote outpost in the very far North. Music by Sherwin Sleeves and with CC permission by: Chris Zabriskie:  "Last Night I Dreamt I Saw True Love in Your Eyes", "The Sun is Scheduled to Come Out Tomorrow", "Stories About the World that Once Was" and "Remember Trees." Chris Zabriskie's music can be found at his website: http://chriszabriskie.com    

Winchester arrives at Sherwin's and confesses that he is being hunted by men on horseback who believe him to be a very dark figure. Sherwin agrees to assist him in his flight, and fight.

A meeting with an overdressed stranger at a hidden pond leads to an extended stay at the hospital - where Sherwin develops an interest in storytelling.   Music by Sherwin Sleeves and with CC permission by: Chris Zabriskie: "Let the Pain Speak to Me" and "Raise Your Hand if You Think Evil Is Increasing in this World." For more of Chris's music please visit: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/2014010103336111

In which Sherwin Sleeves continues his private work for the clandestine organization known as "The Stalwarts", secretly audio-recording persons of interest.

"In which Sherwin Sleeves recollects the tragedy that marks him to this day."

In which Sherwin Sleeves reveals his membership in a secret society and wonders about cause and effect in regards to the death of his former garbageman. Music by Sherwin Sleeves, and with CC permission: Chris Zabriskie's "They Call It Nature"/ Chris's Music can be found here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/2014010103336111

In which Sherwin Sleeves discusses his boarding house days in Portland, Oregon and his more recent discovery of people living in the trees. Music by Sherwin Sleeves and with CC permission: Chris Zabriskie: Cylinder 2 Chris's music can be found here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/2014010103336111

In which Sherwin discusses an attack by Meese, doing laundry at the local bowling alley, and why he has a fondness for Superman.

In Which, Sherwin recounts a family visit to an abandoned farm.This is the first ever episode of AMV. Originally published on June 21, 2006.