Episode One: The BaptistAlmelem tried to convince their boss Gestas that this new religious leader - John - could be the man who leads Israel out of bondage. Between the three of them, they discover they might have the secret to defeating the Romans, but only if they can find the help they need.Almelem is a Gideon Media production. Learn more at www.gideon-media.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning: This episode features strong language, ambient sirens, and unnerving, spooky atmospherics. Listener discretion advised.  Unseen Presents: City of Ghosts, a supernatural Neo-noir about corruption, murder, and the things that haunt us as we go through our day-to-day life. Listen to all ten episodes of their first season, out now! Eleanor “El” Rivkin is a private information broker in New York City with a history of psychiatric problems. She makes a living buying and selling...

Be Advised: The following episode contains depictions of fantasy violence and gore, discussions of child abuse, and mentions of miscarriage. Listener discretion is advised. A woman tells the story of the strange mansion her family left her, the unsettling presence that has followed her for much of her life, and the mysterious disappearance of her husband. Starring Libby Woodbridge as Janie Lynnwood.  Featuring Mark Pagán as Tom Lynnwood.  Written by Emily VanDerWerff and Libby Hill and...

Be Advised: The following episode contains depictions of body horror and fantasy violence.  A young woman recounts her quest to become a sorcerer's apprentice. Starring Lisette Alvarez as Verena Morisseau.  Written by Jordan Cobb. Directed by Sarah Shachat.  Script Editing by Gabriel Urbina and Sarah Shachat.  Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and Gabriel Urbina, along with Angel Acevedo, Jenn Schneider, and Amy...

A young man recounts the unusual way he made and lost his fortune over a Valentine’s Day weekend at a luxury hotel for magicians.  Starring Leo Wan as Dudley Carmichael.  Written by David K. Barnes and Directed by Gabriel Urbina.  Script Editing by Sarah Shachat and Gabriel Urbina. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Original Music by Alan Rodi. It also features the songs "Coming Of Age" by Bob Hart and "Chunky Monkey" by Shtriker.  Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and Gabriel Urbina,...

Be Advised: The following episode contains depictions of fantasy violence and drinking. Listener discretion is advised. A member of the mysterious Order of the Blackstar spends New Year’s Eve wandering through Paris and wondering how to spend a day off. Starring Beth Eyre as the Narrator.  Written and Directed by Sarah Shachat.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Featuring Magic, written by Sam Long and performed by Sour...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions and depictions of gaslighting, as well as tense, menacing situations and fantasy violence. Listener discretion is advised. A woman struggles with loneliness and isolation while working as the caretaker for a magical castle at the North Pole - as well as protecting it from the mysterious forces who are trying to penetrate its defenses. Starring Mary Kates Wiles as Katherine Cavalier. Written and Directed by Gabriel Urbina.  Script...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions of fantasy violence and abusive relationships. Listener discretion is advised.  A young student receives a lesson in forbidden magic from an unconventional expert. Starring Julia Morizawa.  Written by Sarah Shachat.  Directed by Gabriel Urbina.   Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Additional music featured in this episode: Algún Dia by Esteban Maxera Cuarteto.  Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions of murder and physical violence, as well as depictions of the fantasy violence, gambling, and drinking. Listener discretion is advised. A fae illusionist desperately looks for a way to get out of Paris before his past mistakes catch up to him. Starring Tom Crowley as Robin Fend. Written by Gabriel Urbina.  Directed by Zach Valenti.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Additional music featured in this...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions of death and grieving. Listener discretion is advised. A woman who has been struggling with her magical abilities in the wake of an unexpected tragedy writes a letter to her goddaughter. Starring Cecilia Lynn-Jacobs as Jennifer Morgan. Written by Sarah Shachat.  Directed by Zach Valenti.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and...

Be Advised: The following episode contains depictions of fantasy violence and strained family relationships. Listener discretion is advised. An experienced magician who specializes in buying, selling, and trading memories faces an unusual problem when an exceptional piece of merchandise falls into his lap. Starring Karim Kronfli as Nicholas Carrick Written and Directed by Sarah Shachat.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions of death and a depiction of fantasy violence. Listener discretion is advised. An imperious magical aristocrat shares an old fairy tale and a lesson with a young man who has come to ask for her help. Starring Emma Sherr-Ziarko as the Narrator.  Written by Gabriel Urbina and Directed by Sarah Shachat.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach...

Be Advised: The following episode contains discussions of death and emotionally abusive parent-child relationships, as well as an instance of body horror. Listener discretion advised. The son of a famous painter who used magic to enhance his artworks ponders the legacy of his father's last painting. Starring Zach Valenti as Larry Holt.  Written and Directed by Gabriel Urbina.  Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by...

Be Advised: This episode contains discussions of murder and physical violence, as well as depictions of a house burning to the ground and death due to fire. It also contains passing mention, though no depiction, of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. In a long, rambling voicemail message to his superior, Edmond LaValle, an agent for a powerful peace-keeping agency in the Unseen World, recounts the events of one day in the life of a magical detective. Starring Felix Trench as Edmond...

When a young fae woman falls in love with a fellow server at the bar she works at, she has to figure out how to reveal her feelings to the woman... and how to help her crush see her for who, and what, she really is. Starring Eli Barraza as Olive Hamby. Featuring the voice of Andy Goddard.  Written and Directed by Sarah Shachat. Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and Gabriel Urbina, along...

A young professor at a prestigious magic university greets his new students - and gives them a taste of what it takes to master the forgotten art of magic. Starring Julian Silver as Anthony Greerson. Written by Sarah Shachat and Directed by Gabriel Urbina. Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and Gabriel Urbina, along with Angel Acevedo, Jenn Schneider, and Amy Tanguay.  A transcript for...

A young woman in London notices a mysterious shop in Covent Garden, one no one else seems to be able to see. She gets a job there, but discovers that nothing - not even magic - can magically fix what’s wrong with your life. Starring Dottie James as Harry Winter. Written and Directed by Gabriel Urbina. Script Editing by David K. Barnes. Original Music by Alan Rodi. Sound Design by Zach Valenti. Produced by Sarah Shachat, Zach Valenti, and Gabriel Urbina, along with Angel Acevedo, Jenn...

A sneak peek at UNSEEN, a new modern fantasy series from the makers of WOLF 359 and ZERO HOURS. Coming Fall 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.