Best Junji Ito Podcasts (2025)

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The Silt Verses Big Final QnA (Part Two) 2:09:05

5M ago2:09:05

2:09:05

Say farewell to 2024 with another two hours of Silt Verses-related chaos and rambling! In the second part of our ridiculously long QnA, big questions are tackled, shocking secrets about music-listening habits are revealed, and most importantly, the voice actors get so caught up in coming up with drag names that they recklessly promise to judge the …

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The Silt Verses Big Final QnA (Part One of Two) 2:09:12

5M ago2:09:12

2:09:12

The first half of our absolutely epic four-hour final-season QnA, with fan questions on subjects from the sublime to the very, very silly. Hosted by Méabh de Brún, with B. Narr, Muna Hussen, Jon Ware, Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Sarah Griffin and Marta da Silva (with a guest appearance by H.R. Owen). Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.c…

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Podcast 236: Geng Kubur Interview Special 1:29:25

9M ago1:29:25

1:29:25

This week’s podcast is a little different. To mark the arrival of Gavin’s film Geng Kubur on Netflix at the end of August 2024, we teamed up with the Geeks in Malaysia podcast for a special crossover episode! In this special podcast Nick and Amelia (from Geeks In Malaysia) and I interview some of the cast and crew of the movie including: Gavin Yap …

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Podcast 235: Deadpool And Wolverine 41:30

10M ago41:30

41:30

Only one man…ok two men could get us to record a podcast so soon after the last one, DEADPOOL AND WOLVERINE! We weren’t going to miss the chance to talk X-Men, the return of Hugh Jackman, how was Wolverine’s hair and suit, whether Deadpool talked too much and of course share our thoughts on all references and cameos throughout the movie. Join us as…

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Podcast 234: Godzilla Minus One & Under Paris 55:16

10M ago55:16

55:16

Y’now we did have a super timely and up to the minute movie review podcast recorded and ready to go but then… as you know life sometimes gets in the way. If you’re listening to our podcasts you know our schedule can be a bit… erratic anyway so I’m sure you are used to it by now. This week we have a watery double bill as director Xavier Gens takes u…

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Chapter 45: Of Love, And Gods' Defeat. (Part Two) 1:50:01

10M ago1:50:01

1:50:01

Final reunions - and final partings. These were The Silt Verses. Thank you so much for listening. This episode contains character death, suicide, loud gunshots, and drowning. This episode features Méabh de Brún, Erika Sanderson, B. Narr, Lucille Valentine, Ishani Kanetkar, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Marta da Silva, GM Hakim and Oli Morris. Additional voices…

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Chapter 45: Of Love, And Gods' Defeat (Part One) 56:58

11M ago56:58

56:58

Part Two will arrive on Monday 22nd July! Thank you for your patience. Carpenter makes a deal to get Hayward home in one piece. Paige puts forward a proposition to the Children of the Woundtree. Carson attempts a risky negotiation. This episode features Oli Morris, GM Hakim, Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Erika Sanderson, Lucille Valentine, Ishan…

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Chapter 44: Of Prophets' Dark Deceptions 1:06:45

11M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

In the wake of the Parish's attack, Carpenter tries desperately to get Hayward out of Glottage. Carson attempts to find a useful spin on recent events. Paige gathers the Children of the Woundtree together to agree on their next course of action. The condition of the High Prophet Faulkner worsens. This episode features: Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguc…

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Chapter 43: One Last Song of Revelations 1:17:31

11M ago1:17:31

1:17:31

Glottage and its commercial faiths celebrate a great military victory with a great parade. Shrue, Hayward and Carpenter attempt to get the message of the Woundtree out to the people of the Peninsula. Faulkner finds himself at the mercy of his own fanatical audience. Everything comes to a head. Cast This episode features GM Hakim, Oli Morris, Sophie…

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Chapter 42: I'll Wheeze Through Splintered Teeth 1:00:13

12M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Please note - this episode ended up being massive, so we split it into two separate hour-long chapters! Hope you enjoy listening to them both - this is the second chapter. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-3-chapter-12a Episode description: At the river's wellspring, a prophet discovers that he's come to loathe his station…

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Chapter 41: But As My Last Breath Splits My Throat 59:46

12M ago59:46

59:46

Please note - this episode ended up being massive, so we split it into two separate hour-long chapters! Hope you enjoy listening to them both. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-3-chapter-12 Episode description: As Paige's encampment continues to grow, she sets out to rescue a stranded batch of pilgrims in the polluted land…

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Chapter 40: This Hateful Hymn Shall Cease 51:58

1y ago51:58

51:58

Carpenter and Hayward make contact with Shrue in Glottage, hoping to persuade the Adjudicator to defect - while across the channel, Val brings the war to a startling and unexpected climax... This episode features Jimmie Yamaguchi, Méabh de Brún, Daisy Bilenkin, Nathan Lunsford, Sarah Griffin, Felix Trench, Rhys Lawton, Marta da Silva and William A.…

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Podcast 233: The Crow (1994) 42:50

1y ago42:50

42:50

Giving up any pretense of keeping up with current releases, Gavin and Iain delve into 1994’s The Crow on our latest podcast. Starring the late Brandon Lee and directed by Alex Proyas this is such a formative movie for us it’s amazing we’ve not covered it before. Having not seen it in a few years, can it possibly stand up to today’s modern movie sta…

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Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last 1:01:23

1y ago1:01:23

1:01:23

As Carpenter and Hayward enter war-torn Glottage in pursuit of a government ally, Adjudicator Shrue attends a summit intended to solve the anti-sacrificial movement spreading across the country - but finds themself aghast at the 'solutions' on offer... This episode features Méabh de Brún, Sarah Griffin, Rhys Lawton, Felix Trench, Daisy McNamara, an…

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Chapter 38: Shall Wither In Ruin And Rust 1:08:21

1+ y ago1:08:21

1:08:21

As the government strikes against the disciples of the Paraclete's Gulch, Faulkner seeks refuge and an untraceable hiding place at his old childhood home in the Whisper Plains - but he is not alone there. This episode contains some distressing scenes and depictions of early-onset dementia and PTSD, loud noises, repeated allusions to childhood abuse…

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Chapter 37: And Even The Kings In Their Bowers Of Steel 1:10:16

1+ y ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Everyone has their breaking point. As Val advances towards Nesh, Paige resolves to shoulder the burdens of leadership, Shrue negotiates over the faith of the Parish of Tide and Flesh - and a small team of national grid workers decide to take a stand. This episode includes descriptions of mass civilian death and sanctification. Tr…

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Teaser Trailer: Camlann (arriving Jan 2024!) 2:36

1+ y ago2:36

2:36

Hey, folks - we'll be back on Thursday 11th Jan, but in the meantime, please savour a mysterious and intriguing teaser trailer from the team over at Camlann (@camlannpod on socials), who'll be releasing their new show later this month as well! Hope you enjoy - we definitely can't wait to listen. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H5UaD…

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Chapter 36: All Lovers Part As Dust 1:17:56

1+ y ago1:17:56

1:17:56

At an empty motel along a lonely highway, a man comes looking for his sister - and the solution to a mystery from his childhood. This episode stars Nishi Ghosh, Axandre Oge, Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi and Alan Coveney. Additional voices by Jean-Sebastian Hodgkiss and AJ Fidalgo. This episode contains scenes related to PTSD, childhood trauma an…

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Chapter 35: The Wise Man Knows The Taste Of Rot 1:04:37

1+ y ago1:04:37

1:04:37

As Hayward and Carpenter begin their journey to Glottage, Faulkner receives High Katabasian Roemont and prepares to be accepted - at long last - as an elder of the faith. This episode features Méabh de Brún, Jimmie Yamaguchi, B. Narr, H.R. Owen, Steve Hendrickson, Sophie Lynch and Adam Cassley. Additional voices by Stephen Zivic, Lou Sutcliffe and …

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Announcement: The Silt Verses RPG launches 2:41

1+ y ago2:41

2:41

The Silt Verses RPG, from the acclaimed tabletop roleplaying game creators behind Brindlewood Bay and The Between, has arrived! You can listen to Jon burble on about it, or go directly to buy your copy now from the link below (it's also available on the TSV and The Gauntlet Patreon pages). https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/458507/The-Silt…

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Chapter 34: Some Day There Shall Be None 1:00:14

1+ y ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Please note - this episode begins with a short content warning and introduction. The show itself begins at the 1.45 mark. Cast This episode features Michelle Kelly, Méabh de Brún, Alison Campbell, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Ishani Kanetkar, Laurence Owen, and Lucille Valentine. Additional voices by Daisy McNamara, Steven Zivic, and Lucien Spooner. Content w…

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Chapter 33: And Where Once Its Howling Forebears Walked 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

57:14

Faulkner returns home in triumph. Roemont and Greve plot the downfall of the Prophet of the River. In the Linger Straits, Val makes a stop in hostile territory to reunite with long-lost family members. Content warnings: Descriptions and offscreen depictions of self-mutilation and death (41.15-51.30), descriptions of forced experimentation, forced i…

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Chapter 32: Its Wrath Shall Scald The Sun 1:01:06

1+ y ago1:01:06

1:01:06

In a ruined city far to the north of the Peninsula, Paige dwells unhappily on her status as prophet of a radical new faith - but a meeting with an old friend could change everything. Content warnings: Vomiting (4.54-5.04), implied alcoholism, animal death / mild body horror (17.18-17.45), discussion of suicidal ideation (33.40-34.20) Cast: Lucille …

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Chapter 31: Its Gaze Shall Fall O'er Trembling Plains 57:02

1+ y ago57:02

57:02

In Glottage, Adjudicator Shrue attempts to pave the way for the legalisation of the Parish of Tide and Flesh. Far to the north, a Peninsulan battle-saint makes her mark on the enemy. Warnings: This episode features moderate body horror and bloody violence. This episode features Alex Nursall as Sam Kincannon, Felix Trench as Adjudicator Cross, GM Ha…

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Chapter 30: Something Dreadful Shall Arise 1:00:41

2y ago1:00:41

1:00:41

War between the Peninsula and Linger Straits rages on. Downriver, Faulkner makes his case to the High Katabasian. Upriver, Carpenter is still on the run - and feels like she's rapidly running out of time. Content warnings: Drownings (multiple), eating sounds (34.50-35.16) car crash, gunshots (49 minutes onwards) Transcript: https://www.thesiltverse…

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Season 2 - Recap 17:19

2y ago17:19

17:19

Just a week to go until Season 3 of The Silt Verses launches - wait, what happened in Season 2 again? Jimmie, B. and Méabh do their best to explain. Spoilers, obviously, follow. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Silt Verses Season 3 Teaser: Three Broadcasts 6:43

2y ago6:43

6:43

These three clips were shared separately on social media during May and June (locked away behind three separate puzzles) to tease our upcoming season. The third and final season of The Silt Verses is scheduled to launch on 17 August 2023. We can't wait to share it with you. https://www.thesiltverses.com/three-broadcasts-transcript Hosted on Acast…

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Podcast 231: Johnny Mnemonic in Black and White 52:36

2y ago52:36

52:36

McYapAndFries tries something a little different this week as we revisit 1995’s Johnny Mnemonic in Black and White! After only hearing about this newish version of the cyberpunk “classic” recently, Iain and Gavin had to get their hands on a copy to check it out. And it was cheap!. Join us on this week’s podcast as we revisit the nightmare cyberpunk…

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The Silt Verses - Season 2 Q&A 1:58:25

2y ago1:58:25

1:58:25

Yes, it's here (and thank you for waiting) - the absurdly long 2-hour Silt Verses Season 2 QnA, hosted by the incredible William A. Wellman of Hello from the Hallowoods. The episode transcript and a full set of timestamps can be found here: https://www.thesiltverses.com/s2-transcript-q-a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Podcast 230: The Bear, Junji Ito, Everything Everywhere All At Once 1:15:26

2+ y ago1:15:26

1:15:26

In our latest TIMELY podcast, Gavin and Iain profess their love of Hulu’s kitchen drama The Bear, Iain tries to convince Gavin to play the videogame Immortallty, we discuss Netflix’s animated horror series Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre, as well as the horror mangaka’s printed nightmares, and Gavin finally gets to share his deep fe…

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Chapter 29: And Where My Final Footsteps Fall 37:52

2+ y ago37:52

37:52

The siege of the Gulch ends. War begins. This episode stars JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Méabh de Brún, Mark Anzalone, B. Narr, Daphne Nitsuga, Sarah Golding, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Lucille Valentine, William A. Wellman, Cait Gallagher and Jamie Stewart. It contains scenes of very intense bloody violence. Outro music: 'Return to the River' by Ski…

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Chapter 28: To Drift On, To Dream, To Die 53:40

2+ y ago53:40

53:40

As Mercer and Gage arrive at the Paraclete's Gulch, Carpenter and Faulkner ready themselves to make one last stand at the water's edge. This episode contains scenes of intense gunfire, crying children, violence and some body horror. It stars Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Mark and Steven Anzalone, Méabh de Brún, B. Narr, Cait G…

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Chapter 27: So I'll Bear It Trembling Onwards 38:30

2+ y ago38:30

38:30

On either side of the border, two separate groups of fugitives find themselves running for their lives. This episode features: William A. Wellman, Graham Rowat, Jasper Locke, JV Hampton Van-Sant, B. Narr, Méabh de Brún, Cait Gallagher, Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi, and the Host from We Are Not Meant To Know. Transcript: https://www.thesiltve…

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Chapter 26: My Song, My Sorrow and I 41:28

2+ y ago41:28

41:28

As Paige and Hayward plan the propagation of their new god, they select their first true sacrifice. Jimmie Yamaguchi Lucille Valentine Graham Rowat The Host, from We Are Not Meant To Know And Lucy Winter. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Chapter 25: But We'll Never Be Rid Of Each Other 36:15

3y ago36:15

36:15

As Mercer and Gage hunt down fresh quarry, Carpenter finds herself in a tight spot. This episode features Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Méabh de Brún, B. Narr, Cait Gallagher, and Harlan Guthrie. It contains scenes featuring loud gunshots and other loud noises, moderate violence, and offscreen torture (heavily implied and referenced). The tr…

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Chapter 24: And We'd Be Gone Without A Trace 51:32

3y ago51:32

51:32

Carpenter returns home - and revisits the unhappiest night of her life. This episode features Méabh de Brún, Liz Ryan, Carmella Brown, and B. Narr. It contains scenes of intense family trauma, sacrifice, body horror and bloody violence. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Chapter 23: I'd Howl, I'd Scream, In Victory 44:28

3y ago44:28

44:28

Paige and Hayward begin to plan out exactly what a new god might look like. This episode features Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi and Graham Rowat. This episode features scenes of vomiting, manipulative parenting, and minor self-harm. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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Episode 229: Ray Liotta, No Man Of God, Strange New Worlds 1:06:37

3y ago1:06:37

1:06:37

On this weeks’s even more rambling than usual podcast, Gavin and Iain discuss Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, Ricky Gervais’s latest stand-up special SuperNature and just a soupcon of Top Gun: Maverick before diving deep into the Ted Bundy drama No Man Of God, starring McYapandFries favourite Elijah Wood and Luke Kirby, Iain professes his love for St…

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Chapter 22: One Final Fall From Grace 37:52

3y ago37:52

37:52

Faulkner, with a clutch of zealous young acolytes in tow, heads into the high hills in search of allies. This episode features the voices of B. Narr, Cait Gallagher, William A. Wellman, Mintaka Angell, Harlan Guthrie and Cole Weavers. It includes multiple scenes of strong violence and some body horror. Episode transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.…

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Chapter 21: We'd Both Go Plunging Downwards 36:50

3y ago36:50

36:50

As Mercer and Gage continue their pursuit of the Trawler-man's disciples down the length of the White Gull, the ambitious Adjudicator Shrue embarks upon their re-election campaign... This episode stars Daphne Nitsuga, JV Hampton Van-Sant, Sarah Griffin, Sena Bryer and Oliver Smith. (It also features additional voices from James J Harringman, Tanja …

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Chapter 20: And Rend Us Both To Dust Below 35:26

3y ago35:26

35:26

Episode summary: Paige embarks on her quest to make a new kind of god - and enlists the help of an old friend. This episode stars Jimmie Yamaguchi, David Ault and Lucille Valentine. The transcript can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 228: Peacemaker and ….Jimmy Savile? 45:28

3y ago45:28

45:28

Better late than never, Iain and Gavin share their thoughts on the brilliance that is James Gunn’s Peacemaker on the latest McYapAndFries podcast. before you get to that goodness though Gavin shares his thoughts on the latest Netflix Documentary to tackle real monster; Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story Click on the images below to open the podca…

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Chapter 19: I'd Bear This Song To The Precipice 39:23

3y ago39:23

39:23

As Carpenter makes her long pilgrimage back to the White Gull River, she encounters a young girl who's been hallowed with a strange and unhappy condition - which leads her to make an impulsive decision. This episode features, in order of their appearance: Méabh de Brún, Daphne Nitsuga, Caleb del Rio, Carmella Brown, and Jonny Sims. Content warning:…

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Chapter 18: If My Hands Could Shape The Flow 40:46

3y ago40:46

40:46

Across the border, in the city of Nesh, an exile attempts to make a fresh start. Content warnings: This episode contains reference to suicidality (10.20-11.30) and two scenes of extremely bloody violence, including character torture (26.00-30.00 and 33.00-34.00). Episode transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-2-chapter-3 Cast: …

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Episode 227: Bruce Willis: A Celebration 57:06

3y ago57:06

57:06

We couldn’t let the recent announcement that Bruce Willis is retiring from acting go without comment so what better time to celebrate the life, the career and roles of the man who redefined the actions hero for many of us. Yes Gavin and Iain are back with another podcast eschewing the limits of format or forward planning, for a wander down memory l…

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Chapter 17: If I Could Trace With Bloodless Fingers 35:06

3y ago35:06

35:06

Carpenter wakes in a garden of the dead - and reflects on the possibility of life beyond the Trawler-man. Content warnings: This episode features descriptions of physical decay, acts of drowning/poisoning, and physical assault. This episode stars Sarah Griffin, Méabh de Brún, Sarah Golding, Daphne Nitsuga and JV Hampton Van-Sant. Additional voices …

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Chapter 16: And The Current Flows On Without End 38:20

3y ago38:20

38:20

Content warning: This episode contains references to war, gunfire, one extended scene of mass murder including presumed infanticide, bodily transformation. We meet Mercer and Gage - a pair of god-hunters and mercenaries, in the employ of the Peninsulan Government. Meanwhile, a young prophet unexpectedly returns home to his people. Featuring: Daphne…

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The Silt Verses Season 1 Recap 16:51

3y ago16:51

16:51

In 24 hours - on 21st March 2022 - Season 2 of The Silt Verses launches. If you're struggling to remember just what the hell happened in Season 1, this recap is for you. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-season-recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Silt Verses Season 1 Q&A / Retrospective 1:15:29

3+ y ago1:15:29

1:15:29

We sit down with the incredible Steve Shell, co-creator of Old Gods of Appalachia, to chat through Season 1 of The Silt Verses and answer some questions. Content warning: at 31.41-32.16, sexual assault is mentioned in reference to divine cruelty in Greek myth. Transcript: https://www.thesiltverses.com/transcript-qa 2.21: What was the inspiration fo…

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Chapter 15: For My Song Has No Beginning... 49:06

4y ago49:06

49:06

Season finale: with the police manhunt closing in, Carpenter and Faulkner have one final meeting at the river's edge. This episode features performances by Méabh de Brún, Lucille Valentine, Mintaka Angell, B. Narr, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Jamie Stewart, Daisy Bilenkin and David S Dear. Our outro music is 'River Chant' by Skip Kent-Davy. Hosted on Acast. …

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