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The Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast
Hosted by Focus on the Family · EN
Get the latest news and go behind-the-scenes of the world's #1 family audio drama, 'Adventures in Odyssey'! In 'The Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast', you'll hear fun stories straight from the show's actors -- and 'Adventures in Odyssey' producers regularly answer fan questions submitted at AdventuresinOdyssey.com/Podcast. New editions available every other Wednesday. Subscribe now to get each new edition right when it releases!
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Hello to the new Executive Producer of Adventures in Odyssey
1w ago00:24:47Tap to summarizeAfter more than two decades as executive producer, Dave Arnold steps into a new role while Christopher Diehl takes the reins of the audio drama. What led to this transition and what does it mean for the future? Dave and Chris share the story behind the change.
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What’s the weirdest sound you had to create?
3w ago00:31:27Tap to summarizeHow many people do sound design? How often do you change the background crowd at Whit’s End? How many sound effects do you have? Odyssey sound designers Christopher Diehl, Luke Guenot, Rudy Haerr, and Zach Schneider answer your questions.
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Odyssey’s Season of Salvation
Apr 1500:23:13Tap to summarizeThere have been more salvations in the last year than any other time in Odyssey history. Wyatt, Carla, Ron, Jules, Buck, and Renee all came to faith in Christ. Writers Marshal Younger, Phil Lollar, and Kathy Buchanan unpack the story behind the salvations.
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Malachi Returns: The Voice Behind Odyssey’s Angelic Messenger
Apr 100:19:26Tap to summarizePhilip Glassborow, the voice of Malachi, joins the podcast to look back at the unforgettable “Malachi’s Message,” his decades with Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, and what it was like to return for the “Face the Future” story arc. Plus: a preview of the final episodes of Album 80 and Club-exclusive episode “Word in the Hallway”
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Robby Bruce on Buck’s Redemption
Mar 1800:21:12Tap to summarizeBuck Meltsner’s story reaches a pivotal moment in “Value of a Buck” and voice actor Robby Bruce is here to unpack it all. From Buck’s complicated history with Mr. Skint to the character’s relationships with Jules and Lexi, Robby dishes on Buck’s most important moments. Plus, Robby has personal news to share. Plus: A preview of “The Prodigal Twin, Part 2”
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Darcy’s Big Moments: Comedy, Drama, and Life Outside the Booth
Mar 400:13:41Tap to summarizeMia Lynn Bangunan, voice of Darcy, shares her journey into acting, her first day recording the show, and how she balances Darcy’s goofy humor with heartfelt moments. Plus: Preview a two-part Bassett adventure!
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Why Adventures in Odyssey Is Becoming a Movie
Feb 1800:22:43Tap to summarizeFocus on the Family Vice President Jennifer Arthur explains what her movie producer job actually looks like, what she brought from her years at Amazon, and why Focus chose to create an animated film. Hear more about the realities of moviemaking, the ministry behind the project, and what will make this movie different from anything else.
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Finding the Edge: Shona on Jules’s Journey
Feb 300:22:23Tap to summarizeJules Kendall’s journey reaches a powerful crossroads in “Crossing the Line” and “On the Edge.” In this spoiler-filled conversation, Shona Rodman talks about portraying anger, desperation, fear, and faith in a huge step in Jules’s journey.
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Shaping Jules’s Salvation with Sound
Jan 2100:23:37Tap to summarizeSound designers Zach Schneider and Luke Guenot unpack how car sounds, smoke bombs, voices on the wind, and even silence itself shaped Jules Kendall’s journey in “Crossing the Line” and “On the Edge.” Plus, hear a preview of the upcoming adventure, “Now Hiring.”
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When is the Chairman Coming Back? What’s Next After CDs?
Jan 700:28:29Tap to summarizeWriter/director Kathy Buchanan, art director Evan David, co-creator Phil Lollar, showrunner Marshal Younger, and line producer Nathan Hoobler tackle listener questions, including: Why did so many kid characters change when Whit’s voice changed? Did the wind really speak to Jules in “On the Edge?” How short is Jay Smouse? And will the Odyssey movie be available on the Club? Plus, don’t miss the reveal of the fan-voted title for Album 81. See what's Coming Soon on the Club, including a new episode on January 15! Listen to Album 79: Eleventh Hour or Album 80: Rewritten in the Club. Check out Album 79 on CD or download.
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