Excuse Us

Excuse Us

*Excuse Us* is a darkly humorous, post-apocalyptic radio play set in the quiet town of Joiceville, where something went wrong at the local diner. The series is told through the perspective of Catherine L. Dee, the only survivor, as she recounts the bizarre and traumatic events leading up to the disaster. Through quirky, fragmented episodes, Catherine unravels her story—introducing listeners to the diner’s eccentric staff and the eerie happenings that took place under the surface of everyday life. Meanwhile, a shadowy corporation known as Blind Corp. looms over the narrative. Behind the scenes, two operatives from Blind Corp work to piece together the mystery of the zombie apocalypse that tore the town apart, questioning Catherine in an attempt to understand the horror that unfolded. The series blends cosmic horror, dark comedy, and human drama, as it explores themes of survival, corporate overreach, and the madness beneath the surface of a seemingly peaceful town. Disclaimer: *Excuse Us* is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The characters, organizations, and situations depicted in this story are products of the author’s imagination and are not intended to represent any real-world individuals, companies, or occurrences. *Excuse Us* is an independent audio drama about a town falling apart, a mind cracking open, and the quiet, procedural terror of a corporation that won’t stay dead. Every word, sound, and spiral is crafted by a single human. Some voices are synthesized, but the collapse is entirely handmade. Support & Follow Us 🎙️ Voice technology by ElevenLabs 🌐 Visit the official Excuse Us site: lifedesigned.net/excuseus 📘 Join the community on Facebook ❤️ Support the show on Patreon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/excuse-us--6179435/support.

Episodes

November 6, 2025 30 mins
Episode 8: “The Memo Went Out in Bold”
A suspiciously cheerful Blind Corp memo sends Joiceville’s offices into chaos while Susan Dee and a secret circle of coworkers plan a quiet, HR-friendly coup. Inspired by the fall of Julius Caesar, Liam Newton Johnson walks into his own corporate Ides, unaware that the floor, the walls, and the “audience” are already turning against him. When the knives finally come out, the boardroom becomes a...
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The walls of Joiceville close in as truth unravels. Lynn wakes on the diner floor, staring into the impossible face of her sister Susan—alive against all odds. But survival is no gift. In Blind Corp’s shadow, secrets twist into weapons: Thomas is locked away with only betrayal for company, Susan sharpens her case before the board, and Lynn’s grip on reality fractures in a haunted apartment where appliances whisper and ghosts of fam...
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August 6, 2025 26 mins
Episode Description Blind Corp is proud (and legally obligated) to present Excuse Us: The Mostly Musical Episode. This ambitious experiment features an almost-coherent lineup of songs — from heartfelt piano ballads to questionable K-pop choreography — all “generated” in partnership with advanced artificial intelligence, overseen by the late, great Geraldini de Arce. Yes, that Geraldini, the acclaimed music director whose final ten ...
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July 15, 2025 20 mins
Episode Description:
Hey, folks. So… I’m dropping in today to let you know what’s up behind the scenes. I’ve been head-down, half-sane, piecing together the final three episodes of Excuse Us Season 2 — the big mid-season finale stretch. It’s messy. It’s weird. It’s probably going to get me in trouble. But you’ll love it. In the meantime, I need a favor. Go vote for Excuse Us in the Podcast Awards — we’re up for People’s Choice and F...
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Company Bravo arrives in Joiceville to complete their mission, but not everything goes according to protocol. Inside the Super Awesome Diner, tensions rise, old wounds reopen, and the line between duty and disaster blurs. As the team confronts strange technologies, personal reckonings, and increasingly unexplainable events, one thing becomes clear: Joiceville doesn’t play by the rules.

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The diner’s alive with noise, nerves, and something just beneath the surface. Old wounds open, strange names resurface, and the coffee burns again. But when reality slips for just a moment, the question isn’t what’s happening… it’s who noticed. Joiceville is compromised. Terminal C is active.

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April 30, 2025 15 mins
In Act 3 of *Fogbound Deceit*, the investigation hits its boiling point. Detective Lake and Detective Pool are closer than ever to uncovering the truth, but the deeper they dig, the more dangerous the secrets of Joiceville become. Blind Corp’s hidden influence looms large as the detectives face new revelations that threaten not only the case but their lives. With a town full of betrayal, manipulation, and corporate power, the stake...
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April 23, 2025 25 mins
In Act 2 of Fogbound Deceit, Detectives Lake and Pool delve deeper into Joiceville’s murky underworld. Their investigation leads them to a shady tavern where whispers of secret gerbil racing and Blind Corp’s hidden agenda swirl in the air. With each lead, the mystery thickens—MacDonald’s death seems to be connected to something far darker than anyone anticipated. As they uncover more about the Midnight Runners and their connection ...
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In this gripping first act of The Mysterious Death of Old Man MacDonald, Detective Lake and Detective Pool are called to investigate the strange murder of a local man, whose body is found with thirteen stab wounds and a bizarre confession. As the investigation unfolds, the detectives uncover a series of eccentric suspects, including a nun with a grudge, a neighbor with a history of threats, and a woman obsessed with spoons. But jus...
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March 6, 2025 6 mins
A Special Announcement from Blind Corp Attention, valued listeners. Congratulations on making it to the end of Excuse Us Season 1. We at Blind Corp are thrilled—and slightly surprised—that you survived this long. But don’t worry. Much like the Hawk Virus, Excuse Us is always evolving. And thanks to our highly dedicated and questionably sane team, Season 2 is already in development. However, a friendly reminder: episodes are never t...
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February 27, 2025 27 mins
As Thomas and Miss Dee make their way to the surface after six months underground, the ruins of Joiceville reveal more than just devastation—they expose long-buried secrets. When the truth behind Miss Dee’s identity comes to light, betrayal takes center stage, and Thomas finds himself trapped in a deadly game of deception. In the shadows of the past, only one question remains: Who will rise from the ashes?


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Joiceville, N.C.: The Town That Vanished Overnight Joiceville was a quiet, ordinary town—until it wasn’t. Strange illnesses, erratic behavior, and whispers of Blind Corp’s “Hawk Initiative” gave way to chaos. One day, the town simply disappeared, leaving empty streets and haunting silence. But something darker lingers in Joiceville—something hunting anyone brave or foolish enough to return. In this episode, truths are revealed, loy...
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October 30, 2024 23 mins
Inside Blind Corp, a twisted training video reveals the company’s euphemism for “zombies”—the “Audience”—and details the “Hawk Process,” the viral experiment infecting Joiceville. Despite eerie implications of the Super Awesome Diner. Secrets, hidden loyalties, and the unbreakable bond between people daring to confront corporate evil.

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In Episode 8, Miss Dee introduces the life of her 17-year-old nephew, Dylan. Navigating the complexities of gender dysphoria, a fractured family, and a rebellious streak, Dylan seeks solace in anime, old records, and civil vandalism. Through their artistic defiance and search for identity, Dylan's struggle becomes a reflection of a larger battle—one for visibility, meaning, and survival in a world that keeps trying to box them in. ...
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October 22, 2024 23 mins
In this sizzling episode, we delve into the mysterious past of Jimmy "Sizzlin' Jim" Cooks, a seasoned chef at the Super Awesome Diner. As Jimmy recounts his harrowing experience with fast-moving zombies during his time in the Marines, he hints at the darker truths behind Blind Corp’s involvement in Joiceville’s strange history. But when the conversation shifts to conspiracy theories and hidden secrets, tensions rise. Are Jimmy’s wi...
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October 14, 2024 27 mins
Episode 6: The H.A.W.K. Unleashed
Luna McFluffernutter's quiet life shifts when a Persian cat from her late neighbor, Adel Fronto Russets, wanders into her apartment. Investigating Adel’s suspicious suicide, Luna discovers he worked for Blind Corp’s secretive H.A.W.K. Initiative. As she digs deeper, Luna uncovers a dark experiment that may have led to Adel’s death, pulling her into a dangerous web of intrigue.

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August 14, 2024 14 mins
Season 1 - Episode 05 - Waitress 1
Hawk Juice???

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Let's set the scene and some expectations...

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Episode 3 - Hidden Depths
In picturesque Joiceville, North Carolina, secrets simmer beneath the surface. As the town gears up for the annual Fall Festival, the shadowy presence of Blind Corp. stirs old grudges and hidden tensions. Amidst the charm of quaint houses and friendly neighbors, Joiceville reveals its mysterious side, where the line between truth and fiction blurs.

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Episode 2 - Let it “sink in”

At 5:17 a.m., Ms. Dee reflects on life's unpredictability and her nephew Dylan's struggles. As she recalls a past birthday dinner's emotional fallout, Agent D. Willson arrives, hinting at deeper mysteries. This episode blends introspection, family bonds, and an air of unfolding intrigue.

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