SRD at the 2018 Chicago January Podcast Showcase!

This past January we were privileged to join One Shot Podcast and the Chicago Podcast Festival for their first ever Monthly Showcase, and you better bet we brought the goods! Now you can hear the magic in the comfort of your own office cubicle, including some fan faves and ALL NEW SPECIALS of Olympic Shore and Ghost Bros! 

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One Shot Podcast - http://oneshotpodcast.com/
Chicago Podcast Festival - http://chicagopodcastfestival.org/

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Anna Gaetke and Derrick Gaetke
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
with Karolyn Blake, Ellen DeSitter, Kat Evans, Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey, and Ben McCauley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Fan Mail Grab Bag - Advice Off!

Gauntlets are thrown and vigorously received when Customer Service Special Agent Missy O'Danagher accepts the challenge of a strangely antagonistic listener. Burls tries to help.

Featuring Kat Evans and Ansel Burch.

Starlight Radio Dreams S3E2 - "I Smell a Rewrite!"

With two seasons in the can and a third ongoing, the SRD train is running on full steam! And to help stoke the fires Devin and Burlington seek the talents of a new full-time writer, comedic sketch scribe Danny Burns! But when Danny's talk doesn't match his walk, the first ever live SRD job interview gets... interesting. Featuring the season premieres of "Celtica" and "NPC".

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Anna Gaetke, Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey, and Ben McCauley
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:
Ben McCauley as Danny Burns
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
Ellen DeSitter as Intern
Derrick Gaetke as Executive Producer Oliver Kane
with Karolyn Blake and Kat Evans

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

NPC S1E2 - "Slime Time"

Bax Shopkeep's adventure continues as he enters tutorial forest to learn just how little he knows. As Bax continues to chase Sir Adwin, his wooden training sword is put to the test against the fearsome slime monsters who live in the tall grass. 

Written and Directed by Ben McCauley
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:

Anna Gaetke as Bax
Karolyn Blake as Menu
Derrick Gaetke as Sir Adwin
Ben McCauley as Slimon
Kat Evans as Debbie
Adam McAleavey as Slime 1 and Mouth Foley
Kamron Palmer as Slime 2
Ellen DeSitter as Squib

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Celtica S1E1 - "Enemy of Rome"

ROME! Vortex of modern civilization. ROME! Fountainhead of culture. ROME! Glorious pronouncement of mankind's... serious need for a whuppin'. Enter CELTICA, the mysterious helmeted hero who strikes at the heart of male-centric fascism, but leaves not a drop of blood in her wake. What is the secret of CELTICA? Find out now, by LISTENING!

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:
Karolyn Blake as Euvrain
Ben McCauley as Marcus Tempo
Kat Evans as Gwyneth
Kamron Palmer as Centurion/Willum
Derrick Gaetke as Dolorous Vindicticous
With Adam McAleavey as Narrator/Ainsley and Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Starlight Radio Dreams S3E1 - "Ghost Dog Whisperer"

It's the start of Season Three and the Showtimes are looking to expand their horizons. Not just with new surprises for SRD, but through the mysterious realm of the hereafter with their guest, pet psychic Sylvestra Gogi. Burls thinks it's all in good fun, until Devin's history with animals creeps up everyone's spine... and into their hearts! Featuring the season premieres of "Geezerspace" and "Camp Placeholder".

Written and Directed by Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey, and Ben McCauley
Music by David Fink

Starring:
Nicole Zare as Lady Sylvestra Gogi
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
David Fink as Doctor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
with Karolyn Blake, Ellen DeSitter, Kat Evans, and Derrick Gaetke

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Fan Mail Grab Bag - Cracking the Code

In this edition of Fan Mail, Professor Pianist reveals the hidden secrets of Starlight Radio Dreams. Or at least that's what he keeps telling us.

Camp Placeholder S2E1 - "This is Literally A Placeholder Title; No, Really, It Actually Is"

Young Jamie and Aspen just want the simple things in life, like surviving a summer at computer camp and maybe possibly perhaps someday holding each other's hands. All that stands in their way is a rich bully, the annual talent show, and their own social awkwardness. Can love conquer all, or are these star-crossed kids heading for a harsh dose of reality?

Written and Directed by Adam McAleavey & Ben McCauley
Music by David Fink

Starring:
Kat Evans as Head Counselor Templeton Bonneville
Karolyn Blake as Jamie
Kamron Palmer as Hamdog
Nicole Zare as Aspen
Ellen DeSitter as Becca
Derrick Gaetke as Huxley Remy Namesberry

With Adam McAleavey on Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Geezerspace S3E1 - "Bodacious Space Babes From the Planet VaVaVoom"

When the Business II is forced to land on an unidentified moon, Chuck wastes no time in taking the boys out for a thrilling away mission. Excitement turns to mystery, however, when they encounter an old UGFAP outpost... populated entirely by women.

Written and Directed by Adam McAleavey
Music by David Fink

Starring:
Adam McAleavey as Chuck Codger
Kamron Palmer as Eric Gordon
Derrick Gaetke as Doctor Theobald "Doc" Howard
Anna Gaetke as Leslie McFlusher
Kat Evans as Herald
Ellen DeSitter as Dean
Karolyn Blake as Mason
Nicole Zare as M.O.M.

With Adam McAleavey on Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

SRD Holiday Podsquad Party - Part 3

Part 3 of the Podsquad Party tops us off with a well-crafted gift from Burls, a super secret ultra special Mob Daughters tale, and the podcast debut of a certain member of the Showtime clan. Featuring a special appearance by Sound Guy and... a certain member of the Showtime clan!

Written and Directed by Derrick Gaetke and Adam McAleavey
Music by Arne Parrott and Noah Ginex

Starring:
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Peter Carparelli as Sound Guy
Karolyn Blake as Shirley Showtime
with Ellen DeSitter, Kat Evans, Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey, and Kamron Palmer

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

SRD Holiday Podsquad Party - Part 2

Part 2 of the Podsquad Party comes with two spankin' new Holiday specials, Geezerspace and Olympic Shore, as well as a slew of past guests stopping by for a quick hello. Featuring special appearances by Dick Oranges, Executive Producer Oliver Kane, and Customer Service Special Agent Missy O'Danagher!

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Anna Gaetke, Derrick Gaetke and Adam McAleavey
Music by Arne Parrott and Noah Ginex

Starring:
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
Derrick Gaetke as Oliver Kane
Kat Evans as Missy O'Danagher
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
with Karolyn Blake, Peter Carparelli, Ellen DeSitter, and special guests Jerry Bloom, Laura Grace Bouxsein, Stella Cheeks, Noah Ginex, Ele Matelan, and Jen Usellis.

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

SRD Holiday Podsquad Party - Part 1

Rejoice, dreamers, for the 1st Annual Holiday Podsquad Party is in full swing! Join Devin, Burlington, and the entire Starlight gang as they all wish you the happiest of holidays in their own special way! Part 1 features special appearances by Professor Pianist, Owen Mankowitz, and the Intern, as well as a Public Domain Adventure Team Holiday Special! Merry Chriskwanzsolstannukah Eve, everyone!

Written and Directed by Derrick Gaetke and Adam McAleavey
Music by Arne Parrott and Noah Ginex

Starring:
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
Ellen DeSitter as the Intern
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
with Karolyn Blake, Kat Evans, and Derrick Gaetke

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Starlight Radio Dreams S2E13 - "Top O' The Season"

SRD is celebrating its second season finale, and who better to help Devin and Burls toast the year's end than Ireland's most popular morning talk show host, Fiona Flynn? Spiked coffee flows like wine as the three hosts come together for a celebration fit for a pub. Featuring the season finales of "Public Domain Adventure Team" and "Olympic Shore".

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Anna Gaetke, Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey and Ben McCauley
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:
Claire Yearman as Fiona Flynn
Anna Gaetke as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
Kat Evans as Missy O'Danagher
Ellen DeSitter as the Intern
with Karolyn Blake, Derrick Gaetke, and Ben McCauley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Fan Mail Grab Bag - Facts and Imaginary Figures

Buckle in for a Fan Mail DOUBLE FEATURE! By special request, Devin shares some of Burlington's long-kept secrets with a waiting public, and Executive Producer Oliver Kane makes a special appearance to discuss the challenges of true friendship.

Olympic Shore S1E6 - "It Is Well With My YOLO"

Demeter's back from rehab, and this time she brought a friend: an uncannily inspirational mortal named Jolene. It doesn't take long for this newcomer to get the entire pantheon riled up to not only live their best lives now, but also use their godly influence to help the rest of the world follow suit... whether they like it or not.

Written and Directed by Anna Gaetke
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:

Ellen DeSitter as Demeter
Kat Evans as Jolene
Derrick Gaetke as Hades
Karolyn Blake as Persephone
Anna Gaetke as Hera
and Claire Yearman as Windermere
With Adam McAleavey as Poseidon and Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Public Domain Adventure Team S1E6 - "Shake-Your-Speare Feathers"

Having arrived in Italy, our legally authorized avengers have that most elusive of goals set before them: love! Canst they unite the hearts of two wayward youths, despite the growing vitriol betwixt their families? Wilst this endeavor end in passion most fiery, or become as sour? Doth Mr. Toad even care? Pay heed, yon listeners, anst these answers might very well alight uponst thine ears!

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch and Adam McAleavey
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:

Ellen DeSitter as Jane Eyre
Adam McAleavey as Mr. Toad
Karolyn Blake as Beowulf
Ansel Burch as the Ghost of Christmas Past
Kat Evans as the Prince and Nurse
Ben McCauley as Sampson and Friar Lawrence
Derrick Gaetke as Gregory and Romeo
Claire Yearman as Juliet
With Adam McAleavey as Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

SRD at the 2017 Chicago Podcast Festival!

Happy Thanksgiving, dreamers! As our own small way of showing gratitude for all your continued support, we'd like to offer this special recording of our appearance at the 2017 Chicago Podcast Festival! Featuring some of our greatest hits including Helio, Ghost Bros, Inaudible.com, and a special Professor Pianist Music Minute just for you.

Written and Directed by Derrick Gaetke, Adam McAleavey, Kamron Palmer, and Arne Parrott
Music by Arne Parrott

Starring:
Kat Evans as Megan Showtime-Dubach
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Arne Parrott as Professor Pianist
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
with Karolyn Blake, Derrick Gaetke, and Adam McAleavey

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Special Artwork by Noah Ginex

Starlight Radio Dreams S2E12 - "Every Dream Will Do"

No one plays the Renaissance man like eccentric corporate giant and globe-trotting adventurer Luther Panticore. With his list of accomplishments longer than most novels, the Showtimes try to contain Luther's sheer awesomeness, only to find he's got that taken care of, too. Featuring the season finales of "Mob Daughters" and "Geezerspace".

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Derrick Gaetke and Adam McAleavey
Music by Sam Locke

Starring:
Jerry Bloom as Luther Panticore
Karolyn Blake as Devin Showtime
Ansel Burch as Burlington Showtime
Sam Locke as Eugene Boosler
Kamron Palmer as Owen Mankowitz
Adam McAleavey as Dick Oranges
with Ellen DeSitter, Kat Evans and Derrick Gaetke

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Geezerspace S2E6 - "Nobody's Eden"

Armed with a state-of-the-art Kitchen A.I. and numerous remote transmissions to lead them to new horizons, the Geezers prepare to leave Aes Mosely. While they pack for their epic voyage, Mable shares a story about the importance of communication and the dangers of tiny tiny things.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch
Music by Sam Locke

Starring:
Ellen DeSitter as Mable
Adam McAleavey as Chuck Codger
Karolyn Blake as Leslie McFlusher and Kitchen
Derrick Gaetke as Doctor Theobald "Doc" Howard
Kat Evans as Alex/Alpha 6 and Dip-Dip
Kamron Palmer as Eric Gordon and Fuzzybottle
Jerry Bloom as J'Than

With Adam McAleavey on Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli

Mob Daughters S2E6 - "Better Than None"

Having run out of money, henchmen, and luck, Bernie & Hildy take on a risky job themselves to try and get back on their feet. But when the rug gets yanked out from under them, they find they've got nowhere to turn except a mysterious figure with a shocking connection to their past... and possibly the only safe route to their future.

Written and Directed by Ansel Burch, Derrick Gaetke and Adam McAleavey
Music by Sam Locke

Starring:

Kat Evans as Bernice Carmicci
Ellen DeSitter as Hildred Carmicci
Derrick Gaetke as Officer Lazuli
Ansel Burch as Bank Clerk
Kamron Palmer as Fed Bureau
Jerry Bloom as Buster Kneecaps
Karolyn Blake as Lorenza "The Magician" Carmicci
With Adam McAleavey as Nunzio Distractii and Mouth Foley

Sound Design by Peter Carparelli