Shadows at the Door: The Podcast

While we gather funds to complete our third season, we wanted to introduce to our friends at The Lucky Die , a dark 5e D&D actual play podcast. This episode features none other than David and Mark as guests playing a spooky, nautical one shot -- but will they survive? 'Enjoy the chaos that was having Mark and David on The Lucky Die. As a fan of Shadows at the Door, it was a hoot having them on our show, and as a GM... This is entirely their fault, and entirely cannon.' - Hem/Vee. Please do enjoy, and ensure you check out the many hours of dark adventure waiting for you at The Lucky Die. https://linktr.ee/tldpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David & Mark gather around the mic to bring you an important production update, a look at things to come and a festive message. Help bring the second half of season three to life: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor/goal?g=23 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Vote for Mark in the Audio Verse Awards: https://audioverseawards.net/vote/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The bliss of falling in love, the bliss of the morning after. Sometimes, life feels perfect. But as we all know, that is often so very far from the truth... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Peter Kent was played by David Ault Elenor Poole was played by Erika Sanderson Alice was played by Michelle Kelly The Trapped were played by Karim Kronfli, Kirsty Woolven, Mark Nixon, Erika Sanderson and David Ault.  'Capture My Best Side' was written by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Written and Performed by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Approximate Time Stamps: Intro (00:00:00), Story (00:01:10), Discussion (00:37:04), Credits (01:27:34) Content Warnings: Story: discussed implications of sex acts, discussion of urinating, jovial discussion of violence against birds, vomiting, choking, drowning. Discussion: jovial discussion of violence against birds, brief mentions of death/suffering as portrayed in the story, sexual innuendo, talk of murder, discussion of personal safety when dating. © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One final treat, on all hallow's eve... We're thrilled to bring you an enhanced narration of W.W. Jacobs' phenomenal short story: The Monkey's Paw. Content Warnings: Injury, family death. Credits: Written by W.W. Jacobs Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another Halloween treat for those who revel with ghosts during this spooky season, we bring you an enhanced narration of H.P. Lovecraft's nightmarish short story: The Outsider. Content Warnings: Childhood neglect. Credits: Written by H.P. Lovecraft Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As an extra treat for the Halloween season, we bring you an enhanced narration of Edgar Allan Poe's chilling short story:  The Cask of Amontillado. Content Warnings: Alcoholism, claustrophobia. Credits: Written by Edgar Allan Poe Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever found yourself looking back? Wondering what could have been if a different path had been taken? Lindsey May's thought a lot about that lately and tonight, she faces reality... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Lindsey May was played by Ilana Charnelle  Gavin Masters was played by Jake Benson Bloody Betty was played by Erika Sanderson Val was played by Verna Vyas  and the Police Officer was played by David Ault Written by Laurel Hightower Script Supervision by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Written and Performed by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Approximate Time Stamps: Intro (00:00:00), Story (00:01:07), Discussion (00:46:10), Credits (01:31:40) Content Warnings: Story: talk of murder, pinning, discussion of suicide, discussion of death by train, suggestion of suicide isolation, discussion of sex. Discussion: mention of miscarriage, brief discussion of adult child death. © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From special guest writer Jamie Flanagan (MIDNIGHT MASS, THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR): A care home where life slips away as gradually as the tide, where souls outlive the body and something waits outside their door. Tisha Page, an overworked carer, is about to discover there's a purpose for people like her. Featuring special guest stars Rahul Kohli (MIDNIGHT MASS, THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR) and Dave Fennoy (TELLTALE'S THE WALKING DEAD). Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Tisha Page was played by Jazzy Frizzle Nathaniel Blunt was played by Dave Fennoy The Narrator was played by David Ault Padrick Carmody was played by Rahul Kohli Mr Thompson was played by Steve Hendrickson Skaft was played by Harlan Guthrie The Optician was played by Nikolas Yuen and Aunt Tabby was played by Rissa Montañez  Written by Jamie Flanagan Story adapted for audio by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Written and Performed by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Approximate Time Stamps: Intro (approx 00:00:00), Story (approx 00:01:08), Discussion (approx 00:52:27), Credits (Approx 01:42:46) Content Warnings: Story: slow death, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, moderate self inflicted bodily harm, aging, implied fat phobia, eye injury, loss of eyesight, mild jump scare. Discussion: brief discussion of age related death and dementia related decline, discussion of persecution by religious figures. © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A True Crime podcast host investigates the now infamously unsolved New South Wales Assaults. But as he ventures down increasingly darker paths, an explanation that should not be possible begins to arise. Guest starring Lani Tupu (FARSCAPE). Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Callum Weld was played by David Ault Madison Mackenzie was played by Kristina Benton Cohen Grant was played by Lani Tupu Rhys Harrison was played by Liam O'Kane The Femme Voice Actor was played by Ilana Charnelle  The Masc Voice Actor was played by Tom Heath  Written by Caitlin Marceau and Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Written and Performed by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Approximate Time Stamps: Intro (Around 00:00:50), Story (Around 00:01:07), Discussion (Around 01:04:20), Credits (Around 01:45:55) Content Warnings: Story: sexism, violence to women, depictions of assault, implications of sexual assault, incel behaviour & language, implications of sex acts, stalking, manipulation, violence. Discussion: discussion of implied sexual assault, discussion of incels. © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A former professor looks back on a trip to North East England when the door to the other side was opened and has never been closed since. This episode follows our former disbeliever Geoffrey Troughton and can be enjoyed alone, but it best paired with S1E01, S1E09, S2E01 and S2E11. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Geoffrey Troughton was played by David Ault Arthur Laurens was played by Karim Kronfli  Rajit Mohinder was played by Sacha Dhawan Lydia Harris was played by Becky Lindsay  Amy Tuckwood was played by Hayley Mitchell Hannah Shoulder was played by Louise Grayford Liam Squires was played by David Fairs Svetlana Tikhonova was played by Erebus Odora Tara Best was played by Michelle Kelly  Fraser Bomgard and the Preacher were played by Mark Nixon Written by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Written and Performed by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Approximate Time Stamps: Intro (Around 00:00:50), Story (Around 00:01:12), Discussion (Around 01:07:35), Credits (Around 01:32:30) Content Warnings: Story: manipulation, suffocation, needles, implied stalking, religious preaching (Christian), violence. Discussion: strong sexual innuendo, discussion of implied sexual assault, discussion of cultural appropriation. © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our latest trailer and a stark warning to us all to beware the shadows at your door... Performances by David Ault and Mark Nixon. Music by Nico Vettese Written & Produced by Mark Nixon © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and David unveil the date for Season Three's arrival, as well as a special live interactive episode! This production is made possible by listeners like you! Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Newcastle Castle Season Premiere, 27th May: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/newcastlecastle/items/442797/availability/1144998371/book/?full-items=yes&flow=612055 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We bring you an enhanced narration of M.R. James' most gruesome short story and invite you to our Season 3 premiere event in Newcastle: Limited tickets available here. Content Warnings: Child endangerment, child death descriptions. Credits: Written by M.R. James Produced by Mark Nixon Opening musical track Written and Performed by Nico Vettese Cast: David Ault This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you! Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Buy us a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love and potentially bats are in the air at Shadows at the Door HQ as Mark and David bring you a drunk re-telling of a horror classic. Does it have a ghost in it? No! Are we calling it a ghost story none the less? You bet we are! Please drink responsibly. CW: sexual discussions, sexual innuendo, drunken behaviour, talk AND DESCRIPTION of violent acts. Mark's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/marknixon Shadows at the Door Ko-Fi: shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and David sit down to bring you some exciting updates regarding the development of the forthcoming third season and offer a dark bargain... https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our final Dorian Gray episode, Mark attempts to retell the original novel by Oscar Wilde--while drunk. David herds cats, we see how sexy the story really is and we learn the difference between a Twinkie and a Twink...   Content Warnings: Highly explicit episode featuring an abundance of sexual innuendo, discussion of sex acts, discussion of the sexual aspects of the gay scene, discussion of the kink scene, discussion of murder.  Please consider funding future episodes of Shadows at the Door here Mark's Patreon Transcript available here Music by Nico Vettesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2022 Shadows at the Door Publishing

Mark & David discuss Dorian Gray, specifically how subtext was handled, how Erika threw shade & Mark envisions David's secret origins.  Please consider funding future episodes of Shadows at the Door here Mark's Patreon Transcript available here Music by Nico Vettesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2022 Shadows at the Door Publishing

Dorian attempts to cover up his horrific act as yet more consequences come back to haunt him.  0:00:00 - Hemlock Creek Ad 0:01:58 - Content Warning 0:02:12 - Dorian Gray Theme 0:02:46 - Recap 0:04:30 - Story 0:37.30 - Credits Content Warnings: stabbing, murder, stalking, blackmail, gunshot, drug use, potentially overwhelming audio at 11:31 & 34:18 Please consider funding future episodes of Shadows at the Door here Mark's Patreon Transcript available here Written by Oscar Wilde, adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by Jake Benson, David Ault, Andy Cresswell Mark Nixon & Erika Sanderson Musical Score by Nico Vettesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2022 Shadows at the Door Publishing

While processing the events of the last few days, Dorian resorts to extreme measures to protect his dark secret... 0:00:00 - Hemlock Creek Ad 0:01:58 - Content Warning 0:02:12 - Dorian Gray Theme 0:02:46 - Act I Recap 0:05:01 - Story 0:38.02 - Credits Content Warnings: Domestic violence, suicide, stabbing, murder, sounds of choking.  Please consider funding future episodes of Shadows at the Door here Mark's Patreon  Written by Oscar Wilde, adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by Jake Benson, Karim Kronfli & David Ault  Musical Score by Nico Vettesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2022 Shadows at the Door Publishing

In Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, a painter enjoys his new muse and hopes his immoral friend won't ruin things for him. But when the subject of the painting falls in love with his own portrait, he offers a terrible bargain... 0:00:00 - Hemlock Creek Ad 0:01:58 - Content Warning 0:02:12 - Dorian Gray Theme 0:02:47 - Intro 0:03:54 - Story 1:27.38 - Credits Content Warnings: Grooming, Co-dependency, Break-Ups, Domestic Violence, Suicide.  Please consider funding future episodes of Shadows at the Door here Mark's Patreon  Written by Oscar Wilde, adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by Jake Benson, David Ault, Karim Kronfli, Ilana Charnelle, Andy Cresswell & Erika Sanderson Musical Score by Nico Vettesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2022 Shadows at the Door Publishing

Join David Ault by the fire as he reads Rats by M.R. James. Happy holidays from the team at Shadows at the Door, we'll see you soon.  Please consider funding further episodes of the podcast here or consider supporting Mark Nixon at his Patreon here 

While the miniseries and the third season are in production, we bring you a drunk halloween ghost story. The cursed episode, that tried to stay dead through multiple technical errors but we buried it in a particular cemetery and now it rises like a mog from the bog...  Due to the aforementioned issues both technical and otherwise, the audio of this episode is a little quieter than usual.  Please consider funding further episodes of the podcast here Or consider supporting Mark Nixon at his Patreon here 

Mark & David delve into the terrifying world of British English Literature exams to test each other's knowledge on their Drunk Specials. Listeners are also updated on the progress of more episodes, David chews the scenery, Mark reveals his favourite listener and an accidental ASMR podcast is created.  Fund further episodes of the podcast (and titivating plans) here Support Mark Nixon at his Patreon here 

We are proud to present the trailer for our highly anticipated miniseries - an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's masterpiece: The Picture of Dorian Gray. Coming this summer.  Starring Jake Benson, David Ault, Karim Kronfli, Ilana Charnelle, Mitesh Soni, Erika Sanderson & Mark Nixon. Music by Nico Vitesse. 

While we are deep in production of our third season (and bonus content), we introduce our listeners to The Grey Rooms, the show Syfy.com calls, “Tales from the Crypt meets Quantum Leap”. Enjoy this full episode 'Venus Fly Trap' courtesy of our friends at The Grey Rooms. Catch up on the entire run of the Grey Rooms here or wherever you listen to podcasts, and tell them Shadows at the Door sent you.  We'll see you, very soon... 

To celebrate achieving funding for a third season of Shadows at the Door, David Ault reads Mark Nixon's acclaimed short story 'Quem Infra Nos'. After the story, join Mark and David for a discussion of the tale plus the reveal of what comes next for the podcast...  Please consider supporting our upcoming miniseries and buy us an Earl Grey here. Written by Mark Nixon Performance by David Ault Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2021 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:12) Discussion (00:49:30) Credits (01:39:45)

As we enter 2021, Mark brings you an update regarding the status of Season Three and long term plans for the podcast.Then Mark is joined by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart, Jake Benson and Erika Sanderson for an Actor's Roundtable discussion. Place your bets to see how long it takes for it to become a farce...#MarkRoastHelp us secure further episodes of Shadows at the Door here.

Oh boy. For Drunk Ghost Stories V, join an incredibly drunk Mark and an incredibly helpful David for a Christmas Ghost Story. Christmas is the time to make merry and we just wrapped an ambitious second season, so please pass us the vodka and try to keep it away from the fire. Please consider helping us secure a third season by donating here#UrchinHealThyself 

In 'Settle Thy Studies' Professor Troughton's arm is twisted into hearing about Catchlove Hall, a Tudor building abandoned in the marshlands. But one name somehow echoes through those empty hallways, a singular and unmistakable name... Troughton. After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this original story. Find out the important reason why this story takes place in Wales, learn some secrets about Professor Troughton and hear what message David and Mark have for any dogs in the room. Please consider supporting us to secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.Written by Mark NixonPerformances by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & Jake BensonMusical Score by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:41)Discussion (00:47:47)Recommendation (01:30:20) - The Lucky DieCredits (01:39:45)

It's no secret that the season two finale sees the return of Professor Geoffrey Troughton. In this bonus episode, enjoy all three of the good professor's stories thus far..00:00:00 - Intro00:00:35 - Leave a Light On For Me00:31:41 - Silent Warnings  00:59:44 - Blessed Be the Man01:35:16 - Finale Title Reveal Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Bread & Salt' a woman attempts to find comfort in her grandmother's old log cabin and though she has never connected with her slavic heritage, something ancient is about to teach her a lesson none the less.After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this original story and listen as Mark gives David some acting lessons. Also featuring discussion of how stories are chosen for the podcast, and a surprisingly vulnerable introspection. Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.Written by Mark NixonPerformances by Erika Sanderson, Jake Benson, David Ault & Ilana Charnelle GelbartMusical Score by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:13)Discussion (00:38:26)Recommendation (01:11:42) - Thirteen PodcastCredits (01:17:44) 

You've arrived at the Museum of Modern Art in New York to take the Gnothi Seauton Audio Tour. Collect your headphones from the front desk and listen closely...After the production join Mark Nixon, David Ault and author M Regan for a discussion on the story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including surface level theology, SFX direction and British Charm. Shadows at the Door: An Anthology Hardback available here.Written by M ReganPerformances by David Ault & Ilana Charnelle Gelbart'Annihilation in A Minor' by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:40)Discussion (00:30:23)Credits (01:15:15)Please consider supporting us to secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Learn the secrets of Shadows at the Door Mark and David answer a cavalcade of questions ranging from secrets of the production to the downright bizarre. How will David handle Mark's 'No Veto' rule? Help us secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.S2E09 Releases as the next episode.  

Mark and David deliver an update regarding the remainder of season two and discuss a potential third season. Help us secure a third season by donating here.

In 'A Warning to the Curious' a couple's mini-break is interrupted by the arrival of a young archaeologist who may have discovered the greatest find of the century. The only thing is, she wants to put it back... After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this classic story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including plans to recruit Jodie Whittaker to the cast, an argument about tea and you can also hear a snippet from a conversation between Mark Nixon and Mark Gatiss.Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.Written by M.R. James and adapted by Mark NixonPerformances by Ilana Charnelle Gelbart, David Ault & Jake Benson Musical Score by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:53)Discussion (00:47:18)Credits (01:27:50)Submit your question for the Q&A Special here

In 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' a schoolmaster's simple life is disrupted when he meets the most fearsome of creatures: a woman. After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this classic story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including how Batman could better serve the community, 'Jake on Apple action' and whether the FBI has been hiding revolutionary surgery from the public. Also, why is David singing? Submit your question for the Q&A Special hereWritten by Washington Irving and adapted by Mark NixonPerformances by Jake Benson, Mark Nixon, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & David AultMusical Score by Nico Vetesse‘Maid in the Meadow’ performed by Yvonne Casey and used here with her kind permission. Production by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:35)Discussion (00:51:05)Credits (01:30:19)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Loose Ground' two men embark on an arduous hike but if only they could stop bickering, they might see what’s coming… After the production join host Mark Nixon, David Ault and guest writer Hannah Butler for an important discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including the nature of being a podcast listener, Northern English sensibilities and you can learn the dark secret of Shadows at the Door...Submit your question for the Q&A Special hereWritten by Hannah ButlerPerformances by David Ault, Jake Benson & Mark NixonMusic by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingDisclaimer, Intro & Content/Trigger Warnings (00:00:00)Story (00:02:30)Discussion (00:28:56)Credits (01:07:47)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Tell-Tale' a woman enjoys a city mini-break but the landlord keeps outstaying his welcome. It's ok however because he's such a nice guy...After the production join host Mark Nixon, David Ault and guest star Erika Sanderson for an important discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including dates with Patrick Stewart, David & Erika's murder competition and how best to support those around you.  Content Warning: Sexual harassment, sexual assault & sexual coercion. Written by Mark NixonPerformances by Erika Sanderson, David Ault, Jake Benson, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & Mark NixonMusic by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingDisclaimer, Intro & Content/Trigger Warnings (00:00:00)Story (00:03:17)Discussion (00:38:58)Credits (01:25:16)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Message in a Bottle' a couple find a grimy old bottle washed up by the tide. But what's inside? Why is one of them so obsessed with finding out? And what will happen when he does? After the production hosts Mark Nixon and David Ault welcome special guest Gemma Amor for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including how David would kill potential rivals, how Romans dealt with petty squabbles and listeners can even witness a mutiny unfold...Written by Gemma Amor Performances by David AultMusic by Nico VetesseTracks 'Out of This' and 'Play Nice' kindly provided by Ilana Charnelle, you can enjoy these tracks and more of her amazing music here.Production by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingDisclaimer & Intro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:01)Discussion (00:26:08)Credits (00:59:31)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Canon Alberic's Scrapbook' a Cambridge man in the south of France stumbles across an incredibly rare folio and will do anything to secure it. But what horrors await inside the book? And who is laughing in the dark? After the production join hosts Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including strange accents, that body pillow, and for some reason spontaneous french role play...Written by M.R. James Adapted by Mark NixonPerformances by David Ault & Erika SandersonMusic by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingDisclaimer & Intro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:05)Discussion (00:28:16)Credits (00:59:06)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Season Two, Episode Two of Shadows at the Door: The PodcastIn 'Slender Chances' we listen to the final episode of the 8-Bit Refit podcast, a bizarre and half-finished episode in which hosts Tom and Nat discover an old game that should not exist...After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including Slender Man, Horror Gaming and dipping your toes into voice acting.Written by Mark NixonPerformances by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle & Jake BensonMusic by Nico VetesseProduction by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingDisclaimer & Intro (00:00:00)Story (00:02:05)Discussion (00:48:47)Credits (01:17:27)Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Our final Drunk Ghost Stories bonus episodes before the imminent launch of Season II continued.This episode is pure filth, be warned...

Mark and David are joined by the incomparable and slightly intoxicated Gemma Amor to discuss one of her favourite ghost stories. The Macbeth debate also continues, and David and Mark have another disagreement... Please enjoy this quick bonus episode while season II is  in production.

Due to popular demand, we present another session of Drunk Ghost Stories -- and we are so very sorry.Please note, Drunk Ghost Stories are relaxed affairs that require lengthy sessions to record and as such the quality of sound may suffer a little. With apologies to Billy. 

Season Two, Episode One of Shadows at the Door: The PodcastIn 'Blessed Be the Man' we join Professor Troughton as he is forced to defend his pursuit of paranormal knowledge. Before long his scientific thinking is put to the test, as a strange phenomenon outside a nearby churchyard invites an all new terror into his life. This episodes features special guest Professor Elemental.After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including Matt Berry, Chap Hop, William Shakespeare and also featuring an interview with Professor Elemental himself.Written by Mark NixonPerformances by David Ault, Gemma Amor, Paul Alborough & Mark NixonMusic by Nico VetesseEditing by Mark Nixon©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:40)Story (00:02:10)Discussion Pt 1 (00:36:32)Professor Elemental Interview (00:53:41)Discussion Pt 2 (01:05:25)Credits (01:14:41)Tales of Wrong by Professor Elemental: Buy HerePlease consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Season two is coming and we want to tell you a little more about it.

As a special thank-you to our supporters, we present the long awaited Drunk Ghost Stories -- and we are so very sorry.

Episode Ten of Shadows at the Door: The PodcastWe return for a short bonus episode, producing M.R. James’ punchy ghost story ‘There Was a Man Dwelt by a Churchyard’.After the production, join Mark Nixon and David Ault as they discuss the future of the podcast as well as a discussion on folk lore, churchyards and benedictions.Written by M.R. JamesPerformances by David AultMusic by Nico VetesseEditing by Mark Nixon©2018-2019 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:45)Story (00:01:40)Discussion (00:07:46)Credits (00:31:54)Please consider supporting us to fund a second season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/B0B3PBHQBook: https://www.shadowsatthedoor.com/store/shadows-at-the-door-hardback-anthologyAudiobook: https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Shadows-at-the-Door-Audiobook/B071HVL2ZG

Following demand, Mark and David answer listener questions in this extended bonus episode.

Episode Nine of Shadows at the Door: The PodcastIn the season finale, Professor Troughton returns in ‘Silent Warnings’. Following the events of ‘Leave a Light On For Me’, Troughton returns to Warwick University to settle back into ordinary life. However a rather restless colleague is keen to invite Troughton back to his home, where he experiencing something quite insidious.After the production, join Mark Nixon and David Ault as they discuss Mark’s new story and David’s distinctive performance. They also muse on the future of the podcast, writing tips and Mark wonders if David’s performance was influenced by a famous astrophysicist…Written by Mark NixonPerformances by David AultMusic by Nico VetesseEditing by Mark Nixon©2018-2019 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:47)Story (00:02:19)Discussion (00:30:11)Credits (01:06:20)Please consider supporting us to fund a second season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/B0B3PBHQSurvey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/SZ6NSFDBook: https://www.shadowsatthedoor.com/store/shadows-at-the-door-hardback-anthologyAudiobook:https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Shadows-at-the-Door-Audiobook/B071HVL2ZG

Episode Eight of Shadows at the Door: The PodcastIn this penultimate peril, guest writer Pete Alex Harris charts us into more gothic territory with his new ghost story that somehow feels like a classic.In ‘Quicksilver Spirit’ we are reminded never to meet your heroes or idols, as our protagonist stands on both the threshold of a stately home and a dark secret.After the production, join Mark Nixon and David Ault as they discuss Pete’s story and delve into the excellent music that you hear each week. They also become strangely angry about a 2003 sci-fi action film and Mark unveils more of his repertoire of voices.Written by Pete Alex HarrisPerformances by David AultMusic by Nico VetesseEditing by Mark Nixon©2018-2019 Shadows at the Door PublishingIntro (00:00:44)Story (00:02:08)Discussion (00:32:32)Credits (01:07:40)Please consider supporting us to fund a second season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/B0B3PBHQSurvey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/SZ6NSFDBook: https://www.shadowsatthedoor.com/store/shadows-at-the-door-hardback-anthology