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
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 ...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
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...
Mark as Played
January 15, 2024 • 57 mins
JD kicks off the year with a new episode dedicated to looking at what is coming down the road this year in the world of family-friendly audio drama. There are lots of productions on the horizon that we're really excited about and we thought it was worth discussing. JD also shares some audio drama updates and addresses some feedback from Christian and an Apple Podcasts review.
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/195
...
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/195
...
Mark as Played
December 18, 2023 • 79 mins
We've got a packed show for the final episode of 2023! Austin Peachey sits down with writer and voice actor, Glenn Hascall, to talk about some of his previous projects he written or acted in, his creative process, and a bit about what he's got cooking for 2024. JD shares a bunch of audio drama updates including a couple pieces of teaser audio and then he reviews the brand new release from Markiewitz Audioworks, Artaban and the Ques...
Mark as Played
December 4, 2023 • 45 mins
Recorded in front of live audience in The Tower Theater in Lynchburg, Virginia at Sonic-Con 2023, this episode was a lot of fun! ATC contributor Austin Peachey joins JD to host the show as they share lots of audio drama updates and address some feedback from listener Blake. They also have a great conversation with actors Andy Harvey and Daniel Cross about how they got started in audio drama, how other types of acting can translate ...
Mark as Played
November 19, 2023 • 33 mins
JD, Dominic Treis, Josh Rodriguez, Darby Kern, Austin Peachey, and Nato Jacobson recap day 3 of Sonic-Con 2023.
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send...
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send...
Mark as Played
November 18, 2023 • 19 mins
JD, Dominic Treis, and Josh Rodriguez recap day 2 of Sonic-Con 2023.
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the follow...
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the follow...
Mark as Played
November 17, 2023 • 15 mins
JD, Dominic Treis, and Austin Peachey recap day 1 of Sonic-Con 2023.
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the follow...
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.
Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral/
Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the follow...
Mark as Played
November 6, 2023 • 77 mins
Alicia Hansen and Jonathan Cooke from Eternal Future Productions join JD to talk about the audio dramas they're working on these days. They chat a bit about Pirateers, but the conversation primarily focuses on their upcoming show, Venture, for which they reveal for the first time, the full character list for Season 1 and the actors who play each of them. Before the interview, JD shares a huge amount of audio drama updates, includin...
Mark as Played
October 30, 2023 • 116 mins
Today is World Audio Drama Day so we've got a bonus episode for you! Matthew P. Woerner from AudioImagination77 Productions joins JD to talk about one of the most famous radio shows of all-time on the 85th anniversary of its original airing, The War of the Worlds from The Mercury Theatre on the Air. They talk about some of the behind the scenes of the broadcast, its impact on broadcast history, and some of the other work from its d...
Mark as Played
October 8, 2023 • 73 mins
Another packed episode this month! Award-winning composer, John Campbell, joins JD to talk about composing scores for Adventures in Odyssey, some of his favorite characters, and a lot more! But before that, JD shares a bunch of audio drama updates and a monologue segment about the value of silence. And to wrap up the episode, JD responds to feedback from Micah and also addresses some common questions that arose from his recent epis...
Mark as Played
September 30, 2023 • 29 mins
To celebrate International Podcast Day, JD brings a special bonus episode of the podcast. He shares a few audio drama updates and then gives you a peek behind the curtain into ATC Backstage and plays two Initial Reactions Quickisodes that were recorded for Backstage pass holders. Happy Podcast Day!
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/186
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your...
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/186
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your...
Mark as Played
September 20, 2023 • 119 mins
In this bonus episode, JD shares a few audio drama updates before playing the recording of the 6th ATC Seneca Awards broadcast from August 25, 2023. Following the broadcast replay, we get to hear the acceptance speeches from this year's winners! Don't miss it!
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/185
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you t...
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/185
What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you t...
Mark as Played
September 4, 2023 • 99 mins
JD sits down with writer/director Craig A. Hart, the founder of LRT Media, to talk about his journey into the audio drama industry. They chat about his work as a writer and producer of shows like Chapel & Squeak, The Titanic Waif, and his Sherlock Holmes series. And to wrap up the conversation, Craig shares an exclusive announcement about his upcoming partnership with Eternal Future Productions, a new audio drama series about R...
Mark as Played
August 8, 2023 • 130 mins
Michael Schroeder joins JD for an extended review of Adventures in Odyssey album 73: 28 Hours. They break down some of the standout moments from this fast-paced collection of episodes and talk over some of the questions this arc stirred up. JD also shares a short monologue on gratitude and shares several audio drama industry updates, including a tease for what's coming in the next ATC episode. Listen in and be sure to join the conv...
Mark as Played
July 3, 2023 • 87 mins
Today JD skips the reviews and interviews to bring you a huge list of audio drama updates, including a bunch of news about upcoming Adventures in Odyssey episodes and a bit of speculation. Also he dives into a monologue about using AI chatbots and AI voices in audio drama so buckle up for this one! Then JD brings an extended feedback segment in which he addresses lots of great questions from Sarah, EZ, Jeffery, Blake, and Thad whic...
Mark as Played
June 19, 2023 • 79 mins
Today we have a bonus episode for you! JD has a great conversation with Kenny Sargent of Sargent Family Productions about audiobook/audio drama hybrid productions, some of the challenges he faced with his projects, and the value of writers being willing to listen to feedback and refine their manuscripts. Before Kenny joins the show, JD shares several audio drama updates and gives a micro review of Wayfarer, the latest release from ...
Mark as Played
June 5, 2023 • 103 mins
We've got a lot of great content in this episode, including an interview, listener feedback, a monologue, and a bunch of audio drama updates. JD kicks things off with a bevy of information on industry events, recent releases, and upcoming releases as well. Then in the monologue segment, he talks about the importance of audio file metadata. After JD steps off the soapbox, David Carl, Creative Director of Paws & Tales and Insight...
Mark as Played
May 2, 2023 • 124 mins
Austin Peachey joins JD for the main event this episode, which is a review of Crown of Success from Lamplighter Theatre, and there are some very opposing opinions on this near three-hour audio drama. JD also shares several exciting industry updates and then in the monologue segment, he shares some thoughts on how various audio dramas build audience interaction. In the feedback segment, we hear from Christopher, Sarah, and EZ, and t...
Mark as Played
Popular Podcasts
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.
Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation.
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people.
A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.