Audio Theatre Central
We explore family-friendly audio drama through news, reviews, and interviews with cast and crew. Audio drama critic, J.D. Sutter, and a rotating cast of co-hosts discuss new releases from series such as Lamplighter Theatre, Adventures in Odyssey, Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, Heirloom Audio, and Jonathan Park. They will also introduce you to the work of other producers that the team thinks you'll enjoy and address industry topics that are of interest to the fanbase. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-theatre-central--2752762/support.
Episodes
July 7, 2025 • 50 mins
(00:00:00) Our Favorite Summertime/Road Trip Audio Dramas
(00:01:38) Audio Drama Updates
(00:11:51) So Here’s What I’m Thinking
Today, J.D. and the ATC team share some of their picks for great audio dramas to listen to in the summertime or just on a road trip in general. We also have a few listener submissions as well. There are lots of great recommendations for your summer getaway or next family vacation. Also in this episode, J....
(00:01:38) Audio Drama Updates
(00:11:51) So Here’s What I’m Thinking
Today, J.D. and the ATC team share some of their picks for great audio dramas to listen to in the summertime or just on a road trip in general. We also have a few listener submissions as well. There are lots of great recommendations for your summer getaway or next family vacation. Also in this episode, J....
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June 2, 2025 • 76 mins
(00:00:00) Behind the Scenes of New Fantasy Audio Drama The Road to Kaeluma with Show Creators
(00:00:45) Intro Notes
(00:04:40) Interview Segment
(00:56:50) Post-Interview Thoughts
(01:01:43) Feedback Segment
A new family-friendly, fantasy audio drama called The Road to Kaeluma was released today as a podcast, so we sit down with the show creators in this episode to chat about the project. Without getting into spoilers, J.D. talk...
(00:00:45) Intro Notes
(00:04:40) Interview Segment
(00:56:50) Post-Interview Thoughts
(01:01:43) Feedback Segment
A new family-friendly, fantasy audio drama called The Road to Kaeluma was released today as a podcast, so we sit down with the show creators in this episode to chat about the project. Without getting into spoilers, J.D. talk...
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May 12, 2025 • 71 mins
(00:00:00) Sonic-Con Interviews with Timothy Gregory of Unshackled & More
(00:01:00) Audio Drama Updates
(00:23:49) Interview Segment
(01:01:56) Feedback Segment
In this episode, we present four great interviews recorded at Sonic-Con 2023. J.D. speaks with Unshackled's Timothy Gregory about his work on the show, some of the backstory of that historic program, as well as a newer project that they're now working on. They also talk a...
(00:01:00) Audio Drama Updates
(00:23:49) Interview Segment
(01:01:56) Feedback Segment
In this episode, we present four great interviews recorded at Sonic-Con 2023. J.D. speaks with Unshackled's Timothy Gregory about his work on the show, some of the backstory of that historic program, as well as a newer project that they're now working on. They also talk a...
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April 7, 2025 • 116 mins
(00:00:00) Review of Adventures in Odyssey #76: Keep it Together
(00:00:54) Audio Drama Updates
(00:10:35) Review Segment
(01:46:53) Feedback Segment
ATC contributor Michael Schroeder joins J.D. to discuss Adventures in Odyssey #76: Keep it Together in this episode. They do a deep dive into these 6 episodes and share thoughts on the Rydell saga, where the Buck and Jules arc is headed, character archetypes, believable villains, and...
(00:00:54) Audio Drama Updates
(00:10:35) Review Segment
(01:46:53) Feedback Segment
ATC contributor Michael Schroeder joins J.D. to discuss Adventures in Odyssey #76: Keep it Together in this episode. They do a deep dive into these 6 episodes and share thoughts on the Rydell saga, where the Buck and Jules arc is headed, character archetypes, believable villains, and...
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March 8, 2025 • 56 mins
(00:00:00) 6 Audio Drama Podcasts You May Like
(00:01:34) Audio Drama Updates
(00:11:11) Review: 6 Audio Drama Podcasts You May Like
(00:36:23) Feedback
Today, we're doing something a little different. Rather than doing a deep dive into a single audio drama, J.D. shares an overview and a few brief thoughts on 6 different audio dramas that are available as a podcast. Before the reviews, he also shares a good chunk of updates on som...
(00:01:34) Audio Drama Updates
(00:11:11) Review: 6 Audio Drama Podcasts You May Like
(00:36:23) Feedback
Today, we're doing something a little different. Rather than doing a deep dive into a single audio drama, J.D. shares an overview and a few brief thoughts on 6 different audio dramas that are available as a podcast. Before the reviews, he also shares a good chunk of updates on som...
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February 19, 2025 • 24 mins
(00:00:00) Huge Changes to Adventures in Odyssey [Bonus Episode]
(00:01:09) What’s changing
(00:06:44) What’s staying the same
(00:11:57) What this means for the AIO team, fans, and other creators
There are some major changes coming to Adventures in Odyssey, so we are dropping a special bonus episode to let you know what's happening. AIO is the preeminent program in this industry so not only does what they do affect the fans but c...
(00:01:09) What’s changing
(00:06:44) What’s staying the same
(00:11:57) What this means for the AIO team, fans, and other creators
There are some major changes coming to Adventures in Odyssey, so we are dropping a special bonus episode to let you know what's happening. AIO is the preeminent program in this industry so not only does what they do affect the fans but c...
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February 3, 2025 • 66 mins
(00:00:00) Using Humor and Everyday Life to Inspire Stories with Torry Martin
(00:01:04) Audio Drama Updates
(00:12:16) Torry Martin Interview
Today's episode features a fascinating conversation with writer and actor Torry Martin, the man who created the character of Wooton Bassett for Adventures in Odyssey. J.D. talks with Torry about the origins of that character, how everyday life inspires stories, why it's important for great ...
(00:01:04) Audio Drama Updates
(00:12:16) Torry Martin Interview
Today's episode features a fascinating conversation with writer and actor Torry Martin, the man who created the character of Wooton Bassett for Adventures in Odyssey. J.D. talks with Torry about the origins of that character, how everyday life inspires stories, why it's important for great ...
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January 6, 2025 • 91 mins
(00:00:00) Interview with Composer Jared DePasquale & Upcoming 2025 Releases
(00:01:43) Feedback
(00:04:56) Audio Drama Updates
(00:13:20) Interview w Jared DePasquale
Our first episode of 2025 features the return of composer Jared DePasquale to the show. J.D. chats with Jared about some of the audio dramas he's scored in recent years such as The Victory of Joan of Arc and Freedom: William Bradford and the American Pilgrims. They ...
(00:01:43) Feedback
(00:04:56) Audio Drama Updates
(00:13:20) Interview w Jared DePasquale
Our first episode of 2025 features the return of composer Jared DePasquale to the show. J.D. chats with Jared about some of the audio dramas he's scored in recent years such as The Victory of Joan of Arc and Freedom: William Bradford and the American Pilgrims. They ...
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December 2, 2024 • 77 mins
(00:00:00) 2024 Retrospective & Audio Drama Terminology
(00:01:13) Audio Drama Updates
(00:13:37) Monologue #1: Audio Drama Terminology
(00:36:42) Feedback
(00:49:02) Monologue #2: 2024 Retrospective
(01:09:24) A Message from JD
In our last episode of 2024, J.D. takes a look back at some highlights from this year in terms of voice-acting gigs, top releases, and memorable moments. He also responds to feedback from Camden and Blake ...
(00:01:13) Audio Drama Updates
(00:13:37) Monologue #1: Audio Drama Terminology
(00:36:42) Feedback
(00:49:02) Monologue #2: 2024 Retrospective
(01:09:24) A Message from JD
In our last episode of 2024, J.D. takes a look back at some highlights from this year in terms of voice-acting gigs, top releases, and memorable moments. He also responds to feedback from Camden and Blake ...
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November 18, 2024 • 71 mins
(00:00:00) Reviews of Darkness Duology from HeartMatters & The Jungle Book from Root and Twig
(00:01:59) Audio Drama Updates
(00:18:44) Darkness Duology Review
(00:39:33) The Jungle Book Review
(00:59:46) Feedback
As usual, we have a jam-packed episode today. J.D. reviews two productions in this episode; the Darkness Duology from HeartMatters and The Jungle Book from Root and Twig Sounds. Two very different audio projects but both...
(00:01:59) Audio Drama Updates
(00:18:44) Darkness Duology Review
(00:39:33) The Jungle Book Review
(00:59:46) Feedback
As usual, we have a jam-packed episode today. J.D. reviews two productions in this episode; the Darkness Duology from HeartMatters and The Jungle Book from Root and Twig Sounds. Two very different audio projects but both...
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October 21, 2024 • 82 mins
(00:00:00) Backstory of the New Jake Muller Adventures with Darby Kern & Micah Touchet
(00:01:17) Audio Drama Updates
(00:12:09) Interview Segment
We've got a bonus episode for you today in which J.D. shares a handful of audio drama tidbits and then we dedicate the rest of the episode to chatting with Darby Kern and Micah Touchet of the Jake Muller Adventures audio drama series. J.D. talks with them about what has happened since U...
(00:01:17) Audio Drama Updates
(00:12:09) Interview Segment
We've got a bonus episode for you today in which J.D. shares a handful of audio drama tidbits and then we dedicate the rest of the episode to chatting with Darby Kern and Micah Touchet of the Jake Muller Adventures audio drama series. J.D. talks with them about what has happened since U...
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October 7, 2024 • 79 mins
Today, we are excited to introduce a new streaming platform for Christian audio drama called WindowSeat. J.D. chats with the CEO and CCO of the company about what they offer now and where the platform is heading. And after the conversation, J.D. features more information about one of the exclusive shows WindowSeat offers, a new show called Time Truck Chronicles. But before all this, J.D. shares a bunch of audio drama updates from s...
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September 2, 2024 • 110 mins
Today we're presenting a special episode recapping the entire weekend of Adventures in Odyssey's One Grand Party in early August 2024. ATC contributors, Austin Peachey and Michael Schroeder joined J.D. to record daily recaps of the event. In addition to the daily recording, J.D. invited six members of the AIO fan community to share some of their favorite moments from the weekend. We hope that if you could attend, you can relive the...
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August 5, 2024 • 83 mins
Today's main event is a conversation with author and audiobook narrator John R. Erickson. John published his first book and audiobook of the Hank the Cowdog character in 1983 and has been going strong ever since. J.D. talks with him about the series' origins, his work on a cattle ranch, the part that the oral storytelling tradition played in his approach to writing, how the Hank the Cowdog audio drama podcast came about, and much m...
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July 15, 2024 • 135 mins
It's the review many have been waiting for! Today J.D. and Austin do a deep dive into Adventures in Odyssey #75: The Best Is Yet To Come, discussing the plots, performances, and production values of these six episodes. In addition to this discussion, J.D. responds to feedback from Nato, Bethany, Rose, and David. But before all of that, he shares a bunch of audio drama updates to kick off the episode.
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June 3, 2024 • 166 mins
For this milestone episode, we are thrilled to present some short conversations with several of the top creatives in the family-friendly audio drama industry; writers, composers, actors, directors, and sound designers. J.D. chats with each of them about why they love working in audio drama and then asks some fun questions to get to know these talented folks. In addition to this industry guest spectacular, J.D. is also joined on the...
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May 6, 2024 • 67 mins
Today, J.D. dives into the world of medieval England with a review of the first season of Robin Hood: Rising to Honor from LRT Media and Eternal Future Productions. In addition to talking about this audio drama about the legendary characters of Robin, Prince John, Marian, and Friar Tuck, J.D. also gives a monologue segment with some of his thoughts on the idea of micro audio drama. But before all that, he also shares some audio dra...
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April 1, 2024 • 141 mins
Today, JD is joined by ATC contributor Austin Peachey to review album 74 of Adventures in Odyssey, titled Buckle Up! They go deep into the characters, plots, performances, and production values of these six episodes. Also in the episode, JD shares a handful of audio drama updates, including the first trailer for the next Sargent Family Productions project. He also responds to feedback from Mark and shares some updates and BTS info ...
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March 4, 2024 • 103 mins
Easter is this month and Witnesses recently just wrapped up the final episode of their mini-series, The Lamb, so we thought it was the perfect time to review these episodes. ATC contributor and audio drama producer Christopher Green joins J.D. for a deep dive into these 8 episodes which tell the story of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection in a new way. In addition to the review, J.D. shares a bunch of exciting audio drama updat...
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February 5, 2024 • 98 mins
Ok, it's really true that we've got a packed episode this month! We've got a bunch of audio drama updates, JD shares some potentially controversial opinions about younger writers and actors in his monologue, and he also responds to feedback from Bethany, Blake, Jeremy, and Michael. In addition to all that, JD is joined in the interview segment by Kristie Jardot, Lead Program Coordinator and Austin Peachey, Audio Content Producer wi...
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