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The First Episode Of... is an occasional podcast about audio drama and the creative process hosted by W. Keith Tims. In each show, I listen to the first episode of an indie audio drama, then have a discussion with the creators about the show, their methods, their struggles, and successes. It's a great conversation for anyone interested in storytelling and creativity, and with so much talent and variety out there, you're sure to find your next favorite audio drama by listening.

If you are an audio drama creator and would like to be on our show, send an email to TheFirstEpisodeOf@gmail.com!

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The Dragoning

Jun 26, 2022

Emily Rainbow Davis talks about her speculative-fiction story The Dragoning, mixing myth and modernity, the Kavanaugh hearings, rage and fear, and setting the table for art.

Listen to The Dragoning on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.messengertheatreco.org/dragoning-listen

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Once Upon a Wasteland

Jun 19, 2022

Brad Williams discusses his post-apocalypse romance Once Upon a Wasteland, the Fallout video game franchise, writing a story within an existing IP, queer romance, art as means to move audiences, and struggling with self-doubt.

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Neon Shadows

Jun 12, 2022

Ian Knowles talks about his supernatural Noir show Neon Shadows, tropes and misdirection, using narration to create empathy, gritty action in audio, and the importance of failure.

You can listen to Neon Shadows on most major podcast platforms or from: https://www.neonshadowspod.com/

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Saturn's Return

Jun 5, 2022

Chance Muehleck talks about his neo-gothic fable Saturn's Return, form vs. content, what makes a good monologue, adapting a play for audio, and finding the right container for his ideas. 

You can listen to Saturn's Return on most major podcast platforms, or from https://www.nervetank.com/saturns-return-ad

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