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The Penumbra Podcast
Hosted by Harley Takagi Kaner and Kevin Vibert · EN
At the Penumbra, you might follow Juno Steel, a brooding, sharp-witted private eye on Mars, as he tangles with an elusive homme fatale, tracks dangerous artifacts of an ancient alien civilization, and faces his three greatest fears: heights, blood, and relationships.
Or you might enter the world of the Second Citadel, where the merciless Sir Caroline must corral a team of emotionally distraught all-male knights to defend their city against mind-manipulating monsters...even the ones they’ve fallen in love with.
Or you might tune into the not-too-distant future of Thirst, a future America somehow even worse than the present, where four couples must survive a dangerous reality TV competition designed by a sadistic host and a cheerfully violent Algorithm.
These audio dramas and more await you in the Penumbra, dear traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay. (Start with "1.01: Juno Steel and the Case of the Murderous Mask" to follow the Juno Steel series, "1.09: Second Citadel - The Head of the Janus Beast" to follow the Second Citadel series, or "THIRST S1E1: Icebreaker" to listen to the Thirst series. Or, listen from oldest to newest to hear everything as we released it.)
The Penumbra is created and produced by Harley Takagi Kaner and Kevin Vibert. Follow us on Bluesky (@thepenumbrapod.bsky.social), Tumblr (@thepenumbrapodcast), TikTok (@thepenumbrapodcast), Instagram (@thepenumbrapodcast), or Facebook (The Penumbra Podcast).
For early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, you can find The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION at: https://thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.com
You can find all of our transcripts here. If you would like to view trigger warnings or SFX attributions, you can scroll to the end of the appropriate episode transcript: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1bnWLw5dTW4l9A0bmOMzEiy6XqqsXHHi_
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From The Penumbra Special Edition: Wet Hot American Doomsday, Episode 10 (with Harley Takagi Kaner and Kevin Vibert)
3w ago01:06:18Tap to summarizeAs we enter the last couple weeks of our spring break, here's an episode of our companion podcast, "Wet Hot American Doomsday," normally reserved for Supercast and Patreon supporters only! Harley and Kevin took the opportunity of our tenth episode of Thirst to talk about the making of the show. This is just a taste of what you'll find at The Penumbra: SPECIAL EDITION, which you can subscribe to on Supercast or Patreon. Please consider subscribing if you can--since times are tough for everyone, we've lost a lot of financial support and we're really teetering on the edge of being able to continue making the show. Indie art needs your help to survive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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OOPS! All Commercials! (THIRST commercials episodes 1-17)
Apr 200:41:24Tap to summarizeAll the in-universe commercials from the first 17 episodes of THIRST, now compiled in one place. Ever wanted to just sit down and immerse yourself in the experience of flipping channels in the worst possible timeline? Want to get your friend to listen to Thirst but having them start with a full episode seems like too big an ask? Now you can listen to just the commercials, back to back to back! Enjoy, and don't forget to let us know which commercial is your favorite.(Note: Episode 1 doesn't have a commercial, and episode 17's commercial is a continuation of the larger story, so TECHNICALLY this is just commercials 2-16, but you get what we mean.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →From The Penumbra Special Edition: Wet Hot American Doomsday, Episode 4 (with Joshua Ilon)
Mar 1901:01:27Tap to summarizeSince we're on spring break from releasing Thirst episodes, please enjoy this episode of our companion podcast, "Wet Hot American Doomsday," normally reserved for Supercast and Patreon supporters only! We talked with Joshua Ilon (Dennis Cruz) about the events of Thirst episode 4, "Duck!", as well as reality TV, a subject near and dear to his heart. This is just a taste of what you'll find at The Penumbra: SPECIAL EDITION, which you can subscribe to on Supercast or Patreon. Please consider subscribing if you can--since times are tough for everyone, we've lost a lot of financial support and we're really teetering on the edge of being able to continue making the show. Indie art needs your help to survive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THIRST S1E17: We Both Shall Live
Mar 500:37:47Tap to summarizeYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION.Can't Tear My Eyes From You, Chapter 17: We Both Shall Live.Here comes the....Cast:Marge Dunn as Raine RandolphAmanda Egbu as Georgia WhittakerJosephine Moshiri Elwood as Valentina RideJoshua Ilon as "Dennis Cruz"Tooky Kavanagh as The AlgorithmQuinn McKenzie as Capote WhittakerJamie McGonagill as Mrs. MurdockMelody Perera as Anouk KalharaStefano Perti as Dennis LangMarc Pierre as "Gaylord Murdock"Brandon M. Reeves as Caller 1Stewart Evan Smith as Taylor KelleyAlexander Stravinski as The Host(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here. Transcripts will come out along with the public release of the episode and include all required SFX attributions.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of OperationsMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:-Body horror-Parasites, disease, pests, etcetera-Violence and threats of violence-Nonconsensual romantic and sexual scenarios-Manipulation and “mind control”-Violence towards animals-Deep bodies of water-Sudden loud noises-Fire, explosives, weaponry-Blood and gore-Abuse of power/authority-Restraint against one’s will-Pursuit/being hunted or chased-Vomiting-Sexism, transphobia, homophobia-Implications of domestic abuse-Suicide/self-harm-Dead bodies-Deception and gaslightingPlease consider supporting our ability to continue making this show! We're independent and rely on your funding to buy the time and talent to write, direct, compose, product, act, and so much more for this show. You can find us at:thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.comor patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Check out: How I Died S1E1
Feb 2600:28:47Tap to summarizeFor more, listen to How I Died. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THIRST S1E16: Cutthroat
Feb 1900:38:22Tap to summarizeYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION.Can't Tear My Eyes From You, Chapter 16: Cutthroat.A nature hike turns violent.Cast:Marge Dunn as Raine Randolph and MaryAmanda Egbu as Georgia WhittakerJosephine Moshiri Elwood as Valentina RideTooky Kavanagh as The AlgorithmQuinn McKenzie as Capote WhittakerMelody Perera as Anouk KalharaStefano Perti as Dennis Lang and JoeStewart Evan Smith as Taylor KelleyAlexander Stravinski as The Host and Abraham(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here. Transcripts will come out along with the public release of the episode and include all required SFX attributions.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of OperationsMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:-Physical and bodily trauma-Choking and suffocating noises-Violence and threats of violence-Implied cruelty towards animals-Hypnosis, mind control-Unwanted sexual advances-Insects, slugs, etcetera-Vomit and sounds resembling vomiting-Abuse of power/control-Illness-Death-Sudden loud noises-Use of weaponry-Exposure, being lost in wilderness-Domestic argument and struggle-Fire and explosives-StalkingPlease consider supporting our ability to continue making this show! We're independent and rely on your funding to buy the time and talent to write, direct, compose, product, act, and so much more for this show. You can find us at:thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.comor patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THIRST S1E15: Base, Part 2
Feb 500:32:35Tap to summarizeYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION.Can't Tear My Eyes From You, Chapter 15: Base, Part 2.Missed connections and some unexpected bonding.Cast:Marge Dunn as Raine RandolphAmanda Egbu as Georgia WhittakerTooky Kavanagh as The AlgorithmQuinn McKenzie as Capote WhittakerStefano Perti as Dennis LangMarc Pierre as the TVU AnnouncerStewart Evan Smith as Taylor Kelley(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here. Transcripts will come out along with the public release of the episode and include all required SFX attributions.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of OperationsMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:-Depictions of pornography, including images that may be interpretable as coercive/sexual assault-Sudden loud noises-Large bodies of water-Violence and threats of violence-Use of weapons (knives)-Some descriptions that may trigger germaphobic reactions (mold, etc.)-Deception and gaslighting-Scenes resembling cult indoctrination-Large and dangerous animals-Abuse of power and authorityYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION. Please consider supporting our ability to continue making this show! We're independent and rely on your funding to buy the time and talent to write, direct, compose, product, act, and so much more for this show. You can find us at:thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.comor patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THIRST S1E14: Base, Part 1
Jan 2200:30:56Tap to summarizeCan't Tear My Eyes From You, Chapter 14: Base, Part 1.Misunderstandings, mistrust, and odd couples.Cast:Kat Buckingham as the Chill Pill AnnouncerMarge Dunn as Raine RandolphAmanda Egbu as Georgia WhittakerJosephine Moshiri Elwood as Valentina RideQuinn McKenzie as Capote WhittakerMelody Perera as Anouk KalharaStefano Perti as Dennis LangAlexander Stravinski as a Warm Fellow(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here. Transcripts will come out along with the public release of the episode and include all required SFX attributions.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of OperationsMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:-Tight, enclosed spaces (claustrophobia)-Noises of vomiting-Sudden loud noises-Violence and threats of violence-Deception and gaslighting-Drug use-Sexism, racism, homophobia-Flirting and sexual advancesYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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THIRST S1E13: Last Meal
Jan 800:46:10Tap to summarizeCan't Tear My Eyes From You, Chapter 13: Last Meal.When the rules are broken, there will be consequences.Cast:Marge Dunn as Raine RandolphAmanda Egbu as Georgia WhittakerTooky Kavanagh as The AlgorithmJosephine Moshiri Elwood as Valentina RideQuinn McKenzie as Capote WhittakerMelody Perera as Anouk KalharaStefano Perti as Dennis LangMarc Pierre as Sergeant Murdock and the GeneralBrandon M. Reeves as The President of the Forty-Seven Habitable States of AmericaStewart Evan Smith as Taylor Kelley and the President's Show AnnouncerAlexander Stravinski as The Host and the Francophone Villain(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here. Transcripts will come out along with the public release of the episode and include all required SFX attributions.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of OperationsMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:-Body horror-Insects, infestation, parasites-Poisoned and tampered-with food-Violence and threats of violence-Deception and gaslighting-Military violence-Violent propaganda-Implied violence against children-Racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia-Discussions of unwanted sexual aggression and advances-Noises of eating and kissing-Noises of vomiting-Victim blaming-Shame and guilt-Death-StarvationYou can find early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Check out: Derelict S1E1
Jan 100:51:09Tap to summarizeYou can subscribe and listen to more episodes of Derelict here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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