The Box Podcast

Sometimes the thing you need most is to tear it all down. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson. Featuring: Carly May Nichols as Rashida Support the show at www.patreon.com/thebox

Where to begin… where to begin… Addison scrapes the tip of the iceberg on the happenings during her absence. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Emi Stewart as Dr. Christensen Alexis Johnson as Dr. Avara Ben Bohn-Pierce as Corporal Steve Harding Support the show at www.patreon.com/thebox

I'm alive. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Support the show at www.patreon.com/thebox

Addison can't come to the mic right now, which is kind of a problem, because we've got some questions. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Rebecca Schoot as Quinn K Support the show at www.patreon.com/thebox

Regnant appears to be hell bent on weaponizing sensitivities, no matter the consequences. With a face off seemingly inescapable, Addison decides to get serious about war preparations of her own. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Austin Beach as Drunk Frank Matt Leong as Terry Amanda Holder as Erica Owen McCuen as Graham Stephanie Rodriguez as Dr. Eleanor Signa Support the show at http://www.patreon.com/thebox

Jay's files show Regnant isn't as strong as they think they are, while a reveal from Addison's past shows us she's stronger than we might have realized. CONTENT WARNING: This material may be triggering to survivors of domestic abuse or sexual assault. It might not be suitable for younger listeners. Contact the show directly for a brief synopsis if you feel uncomfortable listening to stay kept up with the story. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Austin Beach as Drunk Frank Matt Leong as Terry Amanda Holder as Erica Owen McCuen as Graham Support the show at www.patreon.com/thebox

We're back in journal mode, and the first entry tackled has a certain je ne sais quoi that may send a chill down your spine. Plus, Addison talks to experts on a topic that keeps coming up: ley lines. You'll have to decide for yourself what you think about it. Featuring: Matt Stannard as Deputy Garrison Dr. Jerry Gin as himself For more information on Dr. Gin and FMBR, visit https://fmbr.org/ Dr. Matthew Johnson as himself For more information on Dr. Johnson's publications and research, visit https://www.anthropology.northwestern.edu/people/faculty/johnson.html Hemant Mehta as himself For more information on Hemant, The Friendly Atheist, and his numerous publications, visit https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/ If you'd like to support the show, visit patreon.com/thebox to make a small donation.

Reeling from Frank's news, Addison learns a lot more about Jay. His parting "gift", though, opens the door to a lot more chaos. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Carly Nichols as Rashida Austin Beach as Drunk Frank Matt Leong as Terry Amanda Holder as Erica Owen McCuen as Graham Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/thebox

Addison is getting used to her new digs (and Drunk Frank rides again!) but a curve ball throws everything into question. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Carly Nichols as Rashida Tanja Milojevic as Nadia Austin Beach as Drunk Frank Matt Leong as Terry Amanda Holder as Erica Owen McCuen as Graham

Addison begins her journey with Jay and Regnant, taking a stand for herself along the way. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Edward Champion as Jay Tanner Jeremy Collins as Paul Tanja Milojevic as Nadia Brandi Desrochers as Geneva Max Haas, Pete Lutz, Sarah Spikeston, and Amy Zuo as assorted voices

In a very special Halloween episode of The Box, we're treated to a flavorful take on the holiday's history from one of Central's own, and tricked into learning a few things that might actually serve Addison well down the road. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Sarah Golding as British Operative Pacific Obadiah as Operative 9687 Neil Carter as Derek Want to support the show? Tell your friends about us! Subscribe, rate and review Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/theboxpodcast/ Follow us on Twitter: @TheBoxStories Donate on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thebox

The Council will get their answers, come hell or high water. They just might not like the ones they get from Addison. Written, produced and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Julie Hoverson as Mariah Raf Esparza as Garrett Michael McQuilkin as Oliver Fiona Thraille as Mabel Lauren Nelson as Antoinette Want to support the show? Tell your friends about us! Subscribe, rate and review Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/theboxpodcast/ Follow us on Twitter: @TheBoxStories Donate on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thebox

Who is Addison, anyway? Does SHE even know? Written, produced and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: James Austin as Cameron Lewis Julie Hoverson as Mariah Raf Esparza as Garrett Jon Grilz as Operative Two Alex Telander as Operative Three Lauren Nelson as Elena and Operative One Want to support the show? Tell your friends about us! Subscribe, rate and review Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theboxpodcast/ Follow us on Twitter: @TheBoxStories Donate on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebox

Addison is sent back into the field, only to find herself in a whole different kind of field that yields some uncomfortable questions. Written, produced and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: James Austin as Cameron Lewis Julie Hoverson as Mariah Andrea Pikscher as Georgia Raf Esparza as Garrett Jordan Sweeney as Maime Edward Champion as Jay

Addison gets sent into the field for the first time, and no, she wasn't ready for what waited for her. BONUS! We meet Frank! Written, produced and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: James Austin as Cameron Lewis Julie Hoverson as Mariah Andrea Pikscher as Georgia Deana Travetti as Marsha Jacob Hagloch as Peter Ava Heugel as Ghost Girl Austin Beach as Drunk Frank

Addison begins her training with the Collective, only to have things kicked into overdrive on multiple levels. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: James Austin as Cameron Lewis Julie Hoverson as Mariah Pacific Obidiah as Cadet #1 Bruce Richardson as Cody

Addison meets with the Council and starts her immersion into the Collective... which is a little more complicated than she'd realized. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson with assistance from James Austin Featuring: Michael McQuilken as Oliver O'Leary Fiona Thraille as Mabel Harper Cornelius Lee as Dominic Delbene Christopher Holmes as Harold Raf Esparza as Garrett Jameson James Austin as Cameron Lewis For those interested in the Harry Potter scene referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQMvX5Jcd4A

After a heartbreaking turn of events, a newly emboldened Addison heads for the Fortress with Garrett, hell bent on finding answers. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Raf Esparza as Garrett Julie Hoverson as Mariah

The Seer finally arrives, but things go according to no one's plans, leading to an impossible goodbye. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Ashley Litsey as Jo Pete Lutz as The Seer Raf Esparza as Garrett

WARNING: CONTAINS SENSITIVE MATERIAL Addison thought it was just the flu. Addison was wrong. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Ashley Litsey as Jo Kelly Lootz as Jessie Chintarmanya Vivian as Pseudo-Berta

We learn a little bit more about Jay Tanner, Addison learns a bit more about Jessie and controlling her sensitivities, and Jo uncovers an important pattern... but at what cost? Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Edward Champion as Jay Tanner - check out his new podcast, The Gray Area, here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gray-area/id1220880440?mt=2 Ashley Litsey as Jo Kelly Lootz as Jessie

Addison's dive into a new journal takes her to a dark place, ultimately bringing to light a revelation that leaves her heartbroken and making some questionable choices. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Meridith Bartley as Addison's Mom Roman Howell as Addison's Stepfather (www.castingcall.club/m/ihsfilms) Edward Champion as Jay Tanner (Check out his new show, The Gray Area: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-g…d1220880440?mt=2)

After sharing a historical entry that just might blow your mind, Jo works with Addison on accepting and embracing her sensitivities. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Ashley Litsey as Jo Kelly Lootz as Jessie

Jo sets out to highlight how dangerous a seep can become, giving Addison an entry involving someone you'd never expect. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson

AN IMPORTANT UPDATE DELIVERED BY THE SECURITY TEAM ON THE STATUS AND SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING EPISODES. STAY TUNED.

WARNING: this episode contains disturbing content and may not be suitable for all listeners, particularly young children or their parents. After suffering a concussion delayed its release, Addison finally offers up an episode in honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month, the battles fought in the past, the battles still to come, and women everywhere today. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson "I Can't Keep Quiet" by MILCK was used with permission from the artist. The rendition featured can be viewed on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/1cc_neVdjb4 To find out how you can get involved with the #Icantkeepquiet movement, click here: https://www.icantkeepquiet.org/getinvolved/ To donate to the ACLU, click here: https://www.aclu.org/issues/womens-rights To donate to Planned Parenthood, click here: https://secure.ppaction.org/site/Donation2?23936.donation=form1&df_id=23936 To donate to Thorn, click here: https://www.wearethorn.org/donate/ To learn how to join the movement around the Women's March, click here: https://www.womensmarch.com/

We're back to the journals! This time, an abandoned road in Pennsylvania is harboring some very dark secrets. But at least Addison has contact with the outside world again. Sort of. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Ashley Litsey as Jo Alisha Tungare as Valerie Cory Frievogel as Baxter

Addison gets to meet the Historian, and learns more than ever before about Central. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Raf Esparza as Garrett Ashley Litsey as Jo

We find out what happened when Addison left the motel, while she finds out more about herself and what comes next. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Blake Kelley as Garrett Sarah Golding as Rosemary

With new episodes headed your way, let's refresh our memories of how we got to where we are now. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson

She's baaaaccckkk... and Addison has a whole helluva lot to share with you about what's gone down and what comes next. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson

Things go sideways in more ways than one, changing Addison's life forever. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Jacob Hagloch as Garrett Jameson Justin Adams as Officer Kearny Also Featuring: Alan Mygatt Tauber Heather Mygatt Tauber Max Haas Tabatha Lynn Lauren Hagloch Sean Lanham

Addison gets some unexpected and devastating news. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Featuring: Betsy McCann as Madelyn Meredith Bartley as Addison's Mom

To believe, or not to believe? That is the question Addison seeks to answer as she interviews random folks, experts, a blast from the past, and, ultimately, herself. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson FEATURING Dr. Stanley Stepanic - lecturer at the University of Virginia with expertise in Slavic Folklore and vampirism Kitty Jost-Janusz - paranormal investigator, psychic medium, Reiki Master, and author of the award winning book "When the Dead Speak: The Art and Science of Paranormal Investigation" Learn more: kittyjanusz.com Erik Vanlier - Founder of Valley Investigators of the Paranormal and Golden State Haunts Learn more: http://www.valleyinvestigatorsoftheparanormal.com/ Dr. Pamela Heath - paranormal expert with focus on parapsychology (ESP, mind-matter interaction, and the survival of bodily death) and author of "Handbook to the Afterlife" Learn more: http://nonfiction.pamelaheath.com/index.html ALSO FEATURING Members of the WKU Forensics Team as the interviewees Ann Pierson D'Angelo as Anna Cunningham

Addison finally makes it to Elko, but not without drama along the way. Her conversation with Dan ends in alarming fashion. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson The Nurse voiced by Ryan Howell Dan McNaulty voiced by John VanSlyke Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison might be a bit drunk, but she's damned and determined to get you the research she's done on the Mad Butcher case file. After all, she literally risked her life to get it. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Dr. Evangeline Lucas voiced by Brittany Nelson Elizabeth Carey voiced by Abigail Nelson Charles "Chuckie" Van Slyke voiced by Spencer Orlowski Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison introduces us to a case she's been researching for some time now... a case that would be terrifying in its own right, but is made all the more horrifying by a reveal at the end. Written, narrated, and produced by Lauren Nelson Agent Karev voiced by Ben Haist Dr. Schwartz voiced by Sarah Golding Music: "Hard Time Killing Floor Blues" by Skip James Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orDprwmKmac https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orDprwmKmac

Addison shares an entry originally written in Russian all the way back in 1795 with ties to an eccentric literary figure. After interviewing Slavic folklore expert Dr. Jessica Lincoln, she might have finally found justification for the mass-participation fiction theory about the journals. Or did she? Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Dr. Jessica Lincoln voiced by Dr. Jessica Furgerson Music: Selections from Derek and Brian Fiechter's Russian and Slavic Folk Music and Gothic music collections. Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlD84j7DcJU and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYU6dPE84h8 Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison puts the road to the side for a moment, reading an entry that hits close to home given the events of the past week. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Music: “Slow Blues Instrumental” by Rodrygo Gadelha Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcQRFQ1MNe4 “Sad and Lonely Blues” by Slavko Polić Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RN6JZPul7Zw “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Web007rzSOI Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

We finally meet the notorious Madelyn, but her story isn't exactly product... except, perhaps, in the action it spurs. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Madelyn voiced by Betsy McCann Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

As Addison explains, this week's episode might be compromised due to a little unscheduled visit. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison gets hints about the origin of the box, finds out that some of her previous updates are darker than they first appeared, learns more about the mysterious operatives, and reveals a few things she's been keeping secret. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson with contributions from Mark Slade Sam Green, Jr. voiced by Amoja Sumler Luna voiced by Brandi Nelson Music: "Letting Go" by Roy Todd Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTK3FCHYrJY Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison shares an entry from 2009 detailing events that took place in Smithfield, Virginia with an uncomfortable tie to the vampire series that everyone loves to hate, but her research almost immediately darkens the story beyond measure. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Dr. Leona Nielsen voiced by Laura Zillman Music: "Nightmares," "Living in the Dark," and "Haunted by Screams" by myuuji Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiSKnkKCKAQVxMUWpZQobuQ "Dark Piano Music" and "Horror Piano Music" by Naoya Sakamata Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbiNp5p6V7jap_a53dtSegw "Lurking in the Shadows," "Song of Shrieking Wind," "Lost in Blackwood Forest," and "Pandemic" by Piano Horror Listen to more at: https://www.youtube.com/user/Killtastrophe001/about Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison is being plagued by nightmares, so of course she's going to try to give you some, too. The journal entry this week deals with nightmares that seem to be driving people to strange deaths, plus you'll get updates on St. Louis and Carlin, along with an interview with an expert in sociology, folklore, and creative writing. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson with contributions from Mark Slade Dr. Austin Hildebrand voiced by Sean Lanham Captain Tempe voiced by Paul Sating Dr. Malik Bello voiced by Stacy Bernaugh Music: "Chloe's Lullaby" by Robert Austin Selections from "Long Scary, Ominous & Creepy Horror Music Instrumental Halloween Music" from InnerPeace "Creepy Piano Music" by Gutta Beatz Juugin "Bells in the Fog" by Ryan Creep Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

Addison offers updates on each of the entries covered so far: St. Louis, Camden, the Bayou, Stretch, and Bridget. Unfortunately, these updates don't do much to clear anything up. If anything, they make it harder to remember that these entries are, after all, fiction. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Ronnie Hilton voiced by Keri Kelly Johnny Millieu voiced by Caleb Graves Zoe Fitzgerald voiced by Jasmine Tracy Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

SURPRISE! Addison is releasing two episodes this week, splitting the new journal entry and research from all of the updates. In this entry, we learn a little more about how the operatives find and interact with sensitives, but in the case of four year old Bridget, things definitely do not go according to plan. Plus, Addison interviews two experts in abnormal child psychology. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Dr. Evelyn Meyers voiced by Jamaka Young Dr. Jennifer Hugh voiced by Tatiana Burton Music: Creepy Doll Music selections from Derek and Brandon Fiechter Hear more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VKYzTu2v3k Ravensbrook, also from Derek and Brandon Fiechter Hear more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9D8fAC6CoU Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at patreon.com/thebox

It's been a really busy week! Addison gives updates on all of the entries so far: the bayou, Camden, and St. Louis. These updates offer a bit of a reality check, and open the door to an entry that, believe it or not, is more funny than fear-inducing. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Arnold Durand voiced by William Igbokwe Brad Hammersmith voiced by Daniel Lopez Mercy Parker voiced by Maggie Waid Music: "Eye for One" from Video Trax Tube Hear more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tg0xdpW_DSw "Quaaludes and Speed" by Mykee Morettini Hear more at: https://soundcloud.com/mykee2/quaaludes-and-speed-electro-pop-instrumental-80s-style "Impossible to Kill" by Sky Shaver Hear more at: https://soundcloud.com/skyshavermusic/skyshaver-impossible-to-kill

The third entry from the journals tells of an incident that took place in the Louisiana bayou during the 1990's. The story is terrifying, but it's the scientific explanations included that really get Addison's attention. Including an interview with Dr. Regina Dewars of the International Foundation for the Study of Paranormal Phenomena and a weird voicemail from someone who claims to know something about what happened all those years ago in Camden, this episode is a long one... but worth it. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Dr. Regina Dewars voiced by Rachel Wigginton Lopez Brad Hammersmith voiced by Daniel Lopez Music: "Old Black Cat Blues" by Kokomo Arnold Hear more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akN8qBMfROU "Horror Theme" and "Abandoned" by Peter B. Helland Hear more at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIIzc3b8U0_vtVScDEyFGew "Judge and Jury" by Paul Dinletir Hear more at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akN8qBMfROU Like what you're hearing? Support The Box Podcast at http://patreon.com/thebox

Addison shares a second entry from the journals, this time detailing a trip to the shores of Maine, where one operative found herself face to face with something no amount of experience could have prepared her to fight. Plus we get additional updates on what really might have happened in St. Louis all those years ago... even if it just leaves us more confused than we were at the start. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Anna Cunningham voiced by Ann Pierson D'Angelo Music: "Unborn's Lullaby" by Myuu Listen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3g2OE0cmII Like what you're hearing? Help support The Box Podcast with a small donation at http://patreon.com/thebox

In the first full episode of The Box, host Addison Gilmore shares a journal entry detailing a man's strange visit to St. Louis in the summer of 1971 after reports of dozens of missing children and inexplicable events at the home of Carl Ferguson surfaced. As she digs beneath the surface of the tale, she finds a lot more than she expected. Written, produced, and narrated by Lauren Nelson Officer Kearny voiced by Justin Adams Music: "Come Play With Me" by Kevin McLeod Hear more at www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXpp0BdiJy8 Like what you're hearing? Support The Box Podcast at http://patreon.com/thebox

Welcome to The Box. Host Addison Gilmore explains how this podcast came to be, and what you can expect from the contents of her perturbing discovery.