Hubris: A 24-Hour Podcast Project

Round 11, Team Hubris

Transcript here. Content Warning for being eepy.

This episode was written by Anne Baird. It was directed by the Hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird. The production of this episode was coordinated by pure chaos. Anne was played by Anne Baird, Tal was played by Tal Minear, and Caro was played by Caroline Mincks.

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Round 11, Team 2: Crew of the Tempest

Transcript here. Content Warnings for a brutal reality check for the listener.

The space colony ship Tempest depends on Dr. Hollis Walton's research. Elio, the ship's AI, has to remind Dr. Walton what it means to be dependable.

This episode was written by Ali Hylton and Mik Koats. The script was edited by John Glasfeld and was directed by Minali Venkatesh. Dialogue editing and sound design was done by Jacob Gould-Reddy and the music was composed by Ali Hylton. The production coordinator was Nzingha Primus. The transcript...

Round 11, Team 1, Team Tyre'd

Transcript here. Content Warnings for Unreality and Unsafe Driving Practices.

After a rough breakup, Quinn packs their bags and hits the road, with no one but their beloved cat and the radio for company. But as the road stretches on and Quinn begins to tire, they will come to realize they aren't as alone as they thought... or as they try to be.

This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and Isabel Waller and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Shriya Uday, and sound designed by Rene...

Round 10, Team 5: The Sweet Breads

Transcript here. Content Warning for crash noises (at the 49 second mark).

After a car accident, Avery Blake finds themselves stranded in a small town. But with the kindness of an old flame, Avery may just be the thing the town needs to save the local Harvest Festival.

This episode was written by Rowan Sparra and edited by Alex Povey. It was directed by Rowan Sparra, with dialogue editing by Rebecca Liu and sound design by George Vu. Music was made by Tris Oaten. The transcript was done by...

Round 10, Team 4: Cozy Rebellion

Transcript here. Content Warnings for fire and loud noises.

Every year, two people are awakened on the Ship. They perform routine maintenance, interact with the ship AIs, and don’t have much time for anything else. But this shift, Junia and Phillipi are starting to ask questions … and to need more from their environment.

This episode was written by Deej Sylvis and edited by Shriya Uday. It was directed by Shriya Uday, with dialogue editing and sound design by Haven Blaine. Music was composed by Ali Hylton. The transcript was...

Round 10, Team Hubris.

Transcript here.

Get your holiday shopping done! Renew your subscriptions! See what the influencers recommend! We love capitalism!

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by The Hubris of our Hearts, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. All the influencers were played by Caroline Mincks. Bree was played by Tal Minear. Stryder was played by Anne Baird.

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Round 10, Team 3: Dinner At The End Of The World

Transcript here. Content Warnings for injury, discussions of death, falling buildings, and shouting.

During a catastrophic event, a group of survivors share a meal and memories, all while a mysterious voice calls for help over the radio.

This episode was written and directed by Mik Koats and edited by Noelle Saul. Dialogue editing by Niamh Lynn-Devere and sound design by Clary Cheung. The transcript and production of this episode was done by Milo Jordan Baum. Rohan was played by Orlando Burrell, The Voice and...

Round 10, Team 2: Steamed Milk

Transcript here. Content Warnings for loss of bodily autonomy, mentions of burns, vomiting and retching, and pouring and dripping sound effects.

Near closing time, a simple cup of tea unsettles the quiet rhythm of a lonely cafe.

This episode was written by Jane Doe and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Jane Doe, with dialogue editing and Sound Design by MotherNerd. The transcript was done by Jason Gemenetzis. The production of this episode was coordinated by Anna Stein. Adelade was played by Maddie Girouard, Customer was played...

Round 10, Team 1: Fantastic Four

Transcript here. Content Warnings for gore, body horror, and saw noises.

Human baker extraordinaire Sam realizes there are two GBBO baking shows, and the one she's competing on is a little bloodier than expected.

This episode was written and edited by John Glasfeld and Minali Venkatesh. It was directed by Minali Venkatesh, with dialogue and sound editing by Ani Engdahl. The transcript was done by John Glasfeld. The production of this episode was coordinated by Minali Venkatesh.

Witch Hazel was played by Minali VenkateshSam was played by...

Round 9, Team 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here.

If you can dream it, Sonora can tell you what it means.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by the hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird and Tal Minear. Sonora was played by Caroline Mincks. Brock was played by Anne Baird. The Audience Member was played by Tal Minear. The second voice of Sonora was Evan Tess Murray. Additional audience voices by Evan Tess Murray, Caroline...

Round 9, Team 5: I Spent Years In Therapy And All I Got Was This Stupid Team Name by Fall Out Boy

Transcript here. Content warnings for Manipulation and Unreality

Andrew is hoping his new therapist will help him face his recurring nightmares. But something isn't right...

This episode was written and edited by Maddie Girouard and Zoha. It was directed by Milo Jordan Baum, with dialogue editing by Ted Heavner and sound design by Wray Van Winkle. Music was made by Ted Heavner. The transcript and production were done by Milo Jordan Baum. The...

Round 9, Team 4: Not Currently

Transcript here. Content warnings for death, grief, and discussions of terminal illness.

Elias is dead. Dead but not forgotten. When people he knew in life dream about him, he is pulled into the part, but how they think of him may not be the same as he was.

This episode was written by Anna Stein & Mik Koats. It was directed by Mik Koats. Dialogue editing, sound design, and composition by Aemyn Zephyr Connolly. Filk lyrics by Anna Stein with tune from “Raggedy”. The transcript was done by O. Hann Ligh...

Round 9, Team 3: Fish

Transcript here. Content warnings include: Harsh language, Apocalyptic themes, Deception, Betrayal, Gun violence, Hostage situation, Gunshot Wound, and a Hostage Situation.

In a burning forest, Olivia comes face-to-face with a grizzled, older version of herself who warns that an asteroid is going to crash into the Earth. If it's just a dream, how does Liv know about terminal 03-29? And if it's not just a dream, how can Olivia be sure she can trust Liv?

This episode was written by Fiona Clare. Script edited with additional materials by Rowan Sparra...

Round 9, Team 2: The Sleep Paralysis Demons

Transcript here. Content warnings for unreality, high school and parental trauma, teeth falling out, and clowns.

Hoping to find the source of his insomnia, Keith visits an psychiatrist who sends him on a nightmarish dream-journey through his past.

This episode was written and edited by John “Mystic” Glasfeld and Minali Venkatesh. It was directed by Rel Pepple, with dialogue and sound editing by George Vu. Music was made by Harper Rochel Goldman. The transcript was done by Sophie Borjón. The production of this episode was coordinated by Re...

Round 9, Group 1: Have you read any Ray Bradbury? No? We've got a list, hold on.

Transcript here. Content warnings include sexually suggestive dialogue; references to injury such as gunshot wounds, domestic violence,and needles; references to and presence of police/ICE; and misophonia triggers (specifically some pretty bad mouth sounds).

Dreams really can come true…when you dream of the future and have a time machine to go check in on, or even change, the results! An exhausted nurse tries to influence the future, but has to contend with…herself?

This episode was writ...

Round 8, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here.

We fear to tread.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks. It was directed by the Hubris of our hearts, with dialogue editing by Anne Baird and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. The angels were played by Anne Baird and Tal Minear.

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Round 8 Group 3: Clowns Before Frowns

Transcript here. Content Warnings for mentions of murder, prison, clowns, and blackmailing

Chuckles is hoping to knock the crowd dead; metaphorically, this time.

This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and edited by RH Sparra. It was directed by Mik Koats, with dialogue editing by Tris Otis and sound design by Rene Lyons. The transcript was done by RH Sparra. The production of this episode was coordinated by Mik Koats. Chuckles was played by Emmett Moon. Monty and Prison Guard were played by Mik Koats. Jordan was played...

Round 8 Group 2: Clown Comrades

Transcript here. Content Warnings include crying children, mentions of arson, scenes of emotional distress, and culinary misadventures.

Meet ChatterBot, an AI assistant who can answer your every question—but sometimes a little more creatively than you might want.

This episode was written by Minali Venkatesh and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Micah Nathan Bradley. It was directed by Ted Heavner, with dialogue editing and sound design by Van Winkle. Music was made by Ali Hylton. The transcript was done by Ted Heavner. The production of this episode was co...

Round 8 Group 1: The Classic Fruit Fools

Transcript here. Content warnings include background death of a minor character and verbal conflict

In a parallel world, podcast co-hosts Ethan and PJ talk about cryptozoology, conspiracies, and friendship - whilst navigating the perilous waters of recording pitfalls and nosy parents. Will our co-hosts prove the existence of Narwhals? Will Ethan's mom shut the door when she leaves? Will the episode even see the light of day? The Truth will out...probably.

This episode was written by Milo Jordan Baum, O. Hann Lightwood, and Anna Stein. It...

Round 7, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here. Content warnings for body horror and a missing person.

Nobody can reach Nina on the phone. When she finally leaves Ozzy a message, things get weird.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Anne Baird. The production of this episode was coordinated by the Hubris of our hearts. Ozzy was played by Anne Baird. Astrid and Jack were played by Caroline Mincks. Nina was played by Tal Minear.

It costs $5 a...

Round 7, Group 3: MashCon 2024

Transcript here. Content warnings for brutal deaths, gore, child endangerment, and body horror.

In 201X, MashCon was an anime convention that quickly becomes a deadly disaster zone.

This episode was written by Resa & Mik Koats and edited by Jack Fulmin. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Tris Oaten. The transcript was done by Mik Koats. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus. Cay Jhou was cosplayed by Yvelyn T, Jess was...

Round 7, Group 2: Team Pizza Party

Transcript here. Content warnings for discussion but no depiction of gore, cannibalism, sexual innuendo, summoning, and murder.

Recorded round-table discussions of the human-monster exchange program at Creormorne Community College and the Orpheum Academy of the Occult.

This episode was written by Karina Sinha and Sarah Rosina Winkler and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing and sound design by Kathryn Stanley. The transcript was arranged by Micah Nathan Bradley. The production of this episode was coordinated by Molly Alexander. Alma Larson was...

Round 7, Group 1: Team Hubris-To-Go

Transcript here. Content warnings for memory loss, unreality, manipulation, mild body horror, fight noises, and possession.

When a group of acquaintances meet to discuss a monster who defies description and feeds on memory, old grievances come to light. Belief is subjective, and in the dark they will find that things are not always what they seem.

This episode was written by Ken Apana-Korley and Milo Jordan Baum and edited by Nikko Goldstein. It was directed by Minali Venkatesh, with dialogue editing and sound design by Ted Heavner. The transcript...

Round 6, Group 0: Team Hubris

Transcript here.

A famous composer is interviewed about their music.

This episode was written by Caroline Mincks and edited by Anne Baird. It was directed by the Hubris of our Hearts, with dialogue editing by Caroline Mincks and sound design by Tal Minear. The transcript was done by Tal Minear. McLaren was played by Caroline Mincks. Keller was played by Anne Baird. The Assistant was played by Tal Minear. Messina was played by Caroline Mincks.

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Round 6, Tam 3: Frayed Knot.

Transcript here.

This is what happens when you push some millennials too far-- not even the gods are safe.

Content Warnings: Strong language, violence, character death, and death mentions.

This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and edited by Resa. It was directed by Nzingha Primus, with dialogue editing by Tris Oaten and sound design by Nathan Comstock. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was done by Noelle Saul. The production of this episode was coordinated by Nzingha Primus.

Larissa Hargrave was played...

Round 6, Team 2: Cheesed To Meet You

Transcript here.

Convinced the recent string of mouse disappearances has to do with a plot by the cats of the house, one mouse sets out to convince the city's elite of the danger before it's too late.

Content Warnings: political and police corruption; referenced disappearances; implied murder of anthropomorphized mice; and implied drug use.

This episode was written by Sean Drabik and edited by Anna Stein. It was directed by Rocky Goldman, with dialogue editing and sound design by Rebecca Liu. Original music was made...

Round 6, Team 1: Pepe Silvia.

Transcript here.

3032, Earth. After fifteen years, Dane ‘Smiley’ Valencia is back at his hometown in the middle of the desert to collect an inheritance, but the murder of his childhood best friend is all the welcoming he finds. As he tries to find the culprit, he learns everyone in town has changed —the desert and his past won’t be kind.

Content Warnings: Murder, mentions of violence related to the murder, mentions of death, cults, mentions of alcohol, guns, threats, mentions of bombs.

This episode was written by David...

Round 5, Team Negative One: Soup-er Hubris

Transcript here.

Myrna has never tasted anything before. Hal has found a way to let her - and to make it a truly special first experience.

Content Warnings: Implied disaster, brief swearing, sounds of food and cooking

Writer: Caroline Mincks, Sound designer: Caroline Mincks, Dialogue editor: Evan Tess Murray, Composer: Trace Callahan, Myrna was played by Caroline Mincks, Hal was played by Evan Tess Murray.

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Round 5, Team 7: It's Bisque, Bitch

Transcript here.

Larry's first day of on-the-job training on a waste management space station is pretty routine, if a little gloopy for his tastes. Okay, maybe quite a bit gloopy. Okay, maybe very gloopy. Okay, maybe extremely gloopy. OKAY, MAYBE--

Content Warnings: Horror, strong language, sounds of violence, carnage, and soup.

This episode was written by Giancarlo Herrera and Hannah Schooner and edited by John Glasfeld. It was directed by Molly Alexander, with dialogue editing by Giancarlo Herrera and Hannah Schooner, and sound design and music...

Round 5, Group 6: Time Soup

Transcript here.

Three best friends embark on an intergalactic journey to make the Best Soup in the Galaxy - though it may not be the hearty meal they’re dreaming of.

Content Warnings: astrophobia, extensive discussions of food, screams, loud noises, gagging noises, and mild peril.

This episode was written by Ezra J. Wayne, Rashika Rao, and R.H. Sparra and edited by R.H. Sparra and Tal Minear. It was directed by Ezra J. Wayne, with dialogue editing by Nathan Comstock and sound design by Trevor Va...

Round 5, Team 5: Sometimes Them's The Breaks

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A group of Intergalactic Military soldiers and science officers land on an unexplored and uninhabited planet as an expeditionary team to verify if it is habitable. At first, everything seems fine, but then night falls, and they discover just how dangerous this planet is…

Content Warnings: Intense language, Soldiers in an Intergalactic Military, Brief moment of drinking alcohol, Monsters, Guns and other weapons, Serious injury, Wound care, Physical violence and fighting, Screams, On screen character death, Brief description of a body disintegrating, and Someone fainting. Ti...

Round 5, Group 4: The Noodle Soup Incident.

Transcript here.

In an effort to connect with their overworked partner and baffling metamour, an impulsive chef cooks up a child. Will this be the recipe that brings them all together, or a soupy catastrophe?

Content Warnings: child endangerment, and cartoonish animal harm.

This episode was written by Elisabeth Nyveen and D.J. Sylvis. It was edited by Julie Hoverson and directed by Rel Pepple. Dialogue editing was done by Colton Flick and sound design by Daniel Young. And this episode was transcribed by Martin...

Round 5, Team 3: Shoop.

Transcript here.

Two assassins infiltrate the kitchen of a fancy restaurant in order to murder a food critic. It... doesn't go exactly as planned.

Content Warnings: Adult Language, Mentions of Death, and Poisoning

This episode was co-written by Rocky Goldman and co-written and edited by Kylan. It was directed by Rook Mogavero, with dialogue editing and sound design by Rebecca Liu. Music was made by Rocky Goldman. The transcript was done by Kylan. The "critic" and the chef were played by Sophie Borjon. Vic and the customer were...

Round 5, Team 2: Gloopin The Third

Transcript here.

In the endless dusk of the Dreamscape, two unlikely companions search for answers in the mind of a beefslinger.

Content Warnings: Squishing, Squelching, Schlooping, Vehicle Collisions, Sudden Impacts, and Light Body Horror

This episode was written by Max Kreisky and edited by Milo Jordan. It was directed by Angela Yih, with dialogue editing by Greg Carrobis and sound design by Brad Colbrook. Music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was done by Nzingha Primus. Cameron was played by Angela Yih. Valentine was played...

Round 5, Team 1: Numero Stewno.

Transcript here.

It was said that if you made it to the very centre of the fog in the valley, you would discover the secret to success. But few wander into the mist and live. When the kingdom's princess is kidnapped and taken into the fog, an apprentice mage comes to the rescue.

Content Warnings: unreality, manipulation, emotional distress, impersonation, peril, alcohol.

This episode was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and edited by JJ Jensen. It was directed by Sivan Raz, with dialogue editing by Stephen Indrisano...

This is Part Two!

Falling Forward is a 20-part sci-fi micro about love, hubris, and coding too close to the sun. Content Warnings for the series include financial difficulties, invasion of privacy, references to terminal illness, and swearing.

Transcript here.

Cast and Crew of Falling Forward is as follows.

Theseus: Anne Baird (they/them). Icarus: Tal Minear (they/them). Ariadne: Caroline Mincks (they/them). Daedalus: Brad Colbroock (they/them/he). Writer: Caroline Mincks (they/them). Script Editor: Tal Minear (they/them). Dialogue Editor: Brad Colbroock (they/them/he). Sound Designer: Tal...

Open Dialogue is a sound design challenge where everyone takes the same recorded dialogue and builds their own scene around it! Our first event had 6 participants. You'll hear their scenes in this order: Nikko Goldstein, Ben Montoya, Leslie Gideon, Tal Minear, Drc. Jaey, & Michael Aquino.

The transcript of the scene is here. More about the event is here.

A note for you: While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. Abortion is a basic healthcare...

The Terran is the only ship leaving Chandrasekhar Station today — everyone else is hunkering down until the weather passes. But Captain Volante is convinced she's discovered a new route around the black hole at the center of the Milky Way, a route that will unlock the greatest energy source humanity has ever known — if she and her crew can survive the expedition.

Content Warnings include Profanity, Cult mention, Distress, Manipulation, Abuse of power, Existential fear, Entrapment, Death mention.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 6: Musical Space Cowboys.

This episode was written by Emma Joha...

As two best friends compete in their prestigious school's science fair, they find that vying for the top comes at a cost, and that some truths are best left unsaid.

Content Warnings include intense arguing.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 5: Team Hail Mary,

This episode was written by Newt Schottelkotte and edited by Gaby Hall. It was directed by Lindsay Zana, with dialogue editing by Lindsay Zana. Sound design was by Aemyn Connolly, and music was made by Aemyn Connolly. The transcript was made by Clary Cheung. Samantha was played by Clary...

A group of supervillians hold a supervillian meeting to discuss supervillian things. Villianously.

Content Warnings include tongue-in-cheek, including in content warnings; parody; mentioned setting people on fire and natural disasters; NFTs and cryptocurrency; biblical Satan; humourous treatment of unethical coffee and eco fascism; comic mischief; and mentions of canon-typical superheroic violence.

Transcript Link. Made by Round 4, Group 4: What Time Is It

This episode was written by Nathan Comstock and Elisabeth Nyveen and edited by Hannah Lightwood. It was directed by Whitney Tanti, with dialogue editing by Garan Fitzgerald and sound design by Adrian...