WARNING: Disturbing Content A man walks into a therapist’s office, panicked and unable to explain what’s wrong. She asks him, as homework, to record everything calmly and from the beginning. These are the strange, intimate tapes of Patient 347. Sparks is a psychological horror audio drama about memory, identity, and breaking free from toxic pasts. “...one of the top 5 podcasts I’ve listened to. Ever.” — The Podcast Geek Written, performed, and produced independently by David McCool. Start fr ...
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David McCool Podcasts
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EXTREME CONTENT WARNING: Nuclear war. instagram.com/david_mccool patreon.com/sparkspodcast
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The End of the World: Part Two - The Pop Star and The YouTuber
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41:03WARNING: Disturbing content. Jordan posts his last video as OMFG LOLZ VLOG. instagram.com/david_mccool patreon.com/sparkspodcast
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The End of the World: Part One – BatLAN151
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25:47Part one. This answers who the hacker was, and how he got involved with Daniel and the plans for the end of the world. patreon.com/sparkspodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator answers questions such as: How is time structured? If Daniel knew the name of the hacker in the 80s, why did he need the narrator to travel in the present day? instagram.com/david_mccool patreon.com/sparkspodcast
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A second part of The Narrator answering questions such as: Is sharing this stuff just cult torture porn? Did therapy help? And more. There's also some vital information about the therapist. As with the other two episodes in which the narrator answers questions, this isn't a bonus episode, but rather a continuation of the story that helps fill in so…
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The narrator answers some questions. What happened to the dog? How does he perceive reality? And more. This isn't a bonus episode; rather part of the continuing story. patreon.com/sparkspodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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EXTREME CONTENT WARNING: The model of abuse used by Daniel to control members of the cult and the townsfolk. Also, when the narrator arrives at Tom's farm in episode three of Sparks, he mentions that Tom had been gone for some time and there were no pigs anymore. This episode explains where Tom and the pigs went. It's not pretty. instagram.com/davi…
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EXTREME CONTENT WARNING: Body horror, and some other dark stuff. A few new characters from the town as the narrator pieces together the puzzle as best he can. The world of Sparks expands, once again. instagram.com/david_mccool Support the podcast and help keep it ad free over at: patreon.com/sparkspodcast…
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A moment to breathe during a camping trip. Support Sparks at Patreon.com/SparksPodcast Get early access to Sparks Stories, plus an exclusive diary podcast The Death Radio. instagram.com/david_mccool
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Some information that might clear a few things up related to the mechanics of time travel. Support Sparks at Patreon.com/SparksPodcast Get early access to Sparks Stories, plus an exclusive diary podcast The Death Radio. instagram.com/david_mccool
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EXTREME WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. The second part of Beth and her son Philip’s story. Listen to Sparks Stories early, plus get access to an exclusive second podcast at patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool…
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It's the middle of a very hot summer, and a young boy goes to the lake with his mother. support me and the world of Sparks at patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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Part two of the brief look into Hannah's life. This episode is the first to include a voice other than my own. Maddie Girouard is Hannah. https://maddiegirouard.carrd.co "I Love Fruit Fly" written by David McCool. To get early access to Sparks Stories, plus a second exclusive podcasts, go to patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool…
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Hannah has just turned 18 years old and has moved in with her best friend. Things are pretty sweet for the pair, but there are rumours going around town. Episode one of a two-part story. Get early access to Sparks Stories as well as a second exclusive podcasts at patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool…
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A thank you, with some information about what comes next now that patient 347's story is complete. Patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool (If you join Patreon it’s better to do it via web or android. Doing it through Apple means they’ll bump the price up)
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The final part of patient 347's story. To help keep the world of Sparks alive, visit patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: Contains scenes of graphic violence. Listener discretion is advised. The narrator tries again. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: The follow episode contains scenes of manipulation and abuse of a sexual nature, which some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. The narrator tries again. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator attempts to erase a terrible event. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator meets Dr. Len. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: Contains strong themes around mental health and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. The narrator recounts what he considers to be the worst thing that ever happened to him. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator arrives in Sweden. This is the first episode of third and final part of Sparks. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator says goodbye for now. The last episode of Part Two. patreon.com/SparksPodcast
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The narrator reads the letter he found. patreon.com/SparksPodcast
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The narrator returns to Tom’s farm. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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The narrator, having put the pieces together, moves to escape his fate once and for all. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: This episode contains themes, including suicide, that some may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. A bedtime story that you shouldn’t tell your children. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: This episode contains strong themes including suggested sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. An overview of the narrator's father and his secret life. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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On the day of the tragic accident, on the other side of the field, Uncle Tom is getting paranoid. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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WARNING: The following recording contains graphic scenes and images that some people may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. This is the first episode of Part Two. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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Returning to the day of the incident on the town square. This is the final episode of Part One. patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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Everything seems lost for the narrator and his wife. Terrible things happen around the Laughing Tree. (Please excuse the sound quality. I’m working on a new version to upload) patreon.com/SparksPodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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After waiting at Tom’s farm, The Narrator is tasked with the unthinkable. patreon.com/sparkspodcast instagram.com/david_mccool
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With his wife away, the narrator is alone in their house and has to go into the attic. He recalls a disturbing story from his childhood. instagram.com/david_mccool patreon.com/SparksPodcast
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After moving back into his childhood home, patient 347 begins to experience unsettling events. instagram.com/david_mccool patreon.com/SparksPodcast
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A quick introduction to Sparks. No spoilers. instagram.com/david_mccool
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The Founder and CEO of Fitler Club, David Gutstadt, details his plans to bring "the next step in the evolution of the high-end lifestyle club" to Philadelphia. What David and his team have in store is extraordinary and will truly make our city a better place. David, how do I join?!By A Philadelphia Media Company
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Allan Domb, Condo King of Philadelphia and City Councilman
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43:57In this wide-ranging interview, we discuss Allan’s first real estate purchase (at 13!), his rise to becoming the top real estate broker in Philadelphia, the secret to building financial wealth, why he ran for City Council, the negotiations to move the police headquarters to the Inquirer building, the soda tax, making city government more efficient,…
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No one knows Philadelphia like Emma Fried-Cassorla. As the creator of Philly Love Notes, Emma has made it a point to really experience all that our great city has to offer. Get recommendations on where to eat, where to drink, where to play, must sees, must dos, etc. This is a fun one!By A Philadelphia Media Company
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The owner of Fishtown’s Lloyd Whiskey Bar gives us a true education in all things whiskey. Scott’s knowledge of the popular spirit is unparalleled and whether you’re a connoisseur or never had a sip in your life, you will definitely learn something new.By A Philadelphia Media Company
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Teddy Sourias, Owner of Brü Craft & Wurst, U-Bahn, Finn McCools, Cinder, and Uptown Beer Garden.
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40:31Meet one of the kindest and hardest working bar/restaurant owners in Philadelphia. Teddy Sourias is a true American success story. His parents emigrated from Greece and from a very early age, Teddy understood the meaning of hard work. It was a pleasure to sit down with him at his very busy bar Brü! Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/Broadan…
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Craig Grossman, 13th St./Midtown Village Visionary
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33:24Craig, who was the driving force behind the total transformation of 13th St. and Midtown Village, explains how it all came to be and gives us an education in “place-making”. We then discuss the next neighborhood he has his sights set on and what the hell the Reading Viaduct is anyway!By A Philadelphia Media Company
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Keith Morgan, Former AAMCO CEO and Current Medical Marijuana Applicant
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45:34Keith tells us all about the medical marijuana application process in PA and then we dive deep into the success of AAMCO Transmissions. We discuss the franchising model and how AAMCO revolutionized advertising in America!By A Philadelphia Media Company
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Nick Bayer, Founder & CEO of Saxbys, sits down for a fascinating look inside his company’s culture and their remarkable approach to hospitality. Also, we learn all about Saxbys' experiential learning program, which is truly turning the traditional college internship on its head.By A Philadelphia Media Company
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Weekly interviews with Philadelphia's "Happen-Makers"...Coming Soon!By A Philadelphia Media Company
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