Best Shadows At The Door Publishing Realm Podcasts (2025)

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Earworm Exclusive Preview 1:47

27d ago1:47

1:47

The Earworm premiere is upon us! Join us at the premiere--digitally or in person-- May 17th 19:00BST for this unique event! Digital Tickets and In-Person Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/shadows-at-the-door-productions Earworm is an audio drama musical infused with hip hop, jazz and ghosts. Get it stuck in your head. Learn more about your ad…

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S3E06 The Tides of Men 1:36:48

6M ago1:36:48

1:36:48

Norway, 1941. A country under the shadow of Nazi occupation. Marius, a fisherman, puts down his rod to take action. But Marius will soon learn there are more than just fish in the dark waters... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/t…

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Sneak Peeks - Nazi Ghosts, Mothman, Musical!? 24:59

11M ago24:59

24:59

Join Mark as he showcases short scenes from upcoming productions and reveals the big news of the S3 finale. EARWORM, a ghostly audio drama musical is now funding! Search EARWORM on Kickstarter or click here. Full Song by Professor Elemental 0.00 - Update 2.49 - EARWORM, a ghostly musical 5.28 - 'Let Me In' by Paul Alborough AKA Professor Elemental …

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S3E05 - Capture My Best Side 1:31:15

1+ y ago1:31:15

1:31:15

The bliss of falling in love, the bliss of the morning after. Sometimes, life feels perfect. But as we all know, that is often so very far from the truth... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Peter Kent was played by D…

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Bonus Story - The Monkey's Paw 30:20

1+ y ago30:20

30:20

One final treat, on all hallow's eve... We're thrilled to bring you an enhanced narration of W.W. Jacobs' phenomenal short story: The Monkey's Paw. Content Warnings: Injury, family death. Credits: Written by W.W. Jacobs Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by lis…

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Bonus Story - The Outsider 18:46

1+ y ago18:46

18:46

Another Halloween treat for those who revel with ghosts during this spooky season, we bring you an enhanced narration of H.P. Lovecraft's nightmarish short story: The Outsider. Content Warnings: Childhood neglect. Credits: Written by H.P. Lovecraft Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Pro…

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Bonus Story - The Cask of Amontillado 19:24

1+ y ago19:24

19:24

As an extra treat for the Halloween season, we bring you an enhanced narration of Edgar Allan Poe's chilling short story: The Cask of Amontillado. Content Warnings: Alcoholism, claustrophobia. Credits: Written by Edgar Allan Poe Narrated by David Ault Produced by Mark Nixon Score by Nico Vettese This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possib…

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S3E04 - Wrong Track 1:35:59

1+ y ago1:35:59

1:35:59

Have you ever found yourself looking back? Wondering what could have been if a different path had been taken? Lindsey May's thought a lot about that lately and tonight, she faces reality... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transc…

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S3E03 - Bruiser 1:56:41

2y ago1:56:41

1:56:41

From special guest writer Jamie Flanagan (MIDNIGHT MASS, THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR): A care home where life slips away as gradually as the tide, where souls outlive the body and something waits outside their door. Tisha Page, an overworked carer, is about to discover there's a purpose for people like her. Featuring special guest stars Rahul Kohli (…

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S3E02 - The Case of Rhys Harrison 1:49:27

2y ago1:49:27

1:49:27

A True Crime podcast host investigates the now infamously unsolved New South Wales Assaults. But as he ventures down increasingly darker paths, an explanation that should not be possible begins to arise. Guest starring Lani Tupu (FARSCAPE). Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts…

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S3E01 - Where Queer Things Him Befell 1:46:13

2y ago1:46:13

1:46:13

A former professor looks back on a trip to North East England when the door to the other side was opened and has never been closed since. This episode follows our former disbeliever Geoffrey Troughton and can be enjoyed alone, but it best paired with S1E01, S1E09, S2E01 and S2E11. Guest starring Sacha Dhawan (DOCTOR WHO). Please see the end of the …

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Trailer 1:36

2y ago1:36

1:36

Our latest trailer and a stark warning to us all to beware the shadows at your door... Performances by David Ault and Mark Nixon. Music by Nico Vettese Written & Produced by Mark Nixon © Shadows at the Door Publishing. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bonus Story - Wailing Well 29:42

2y ago29:42

29:42

We bring you an enhanced narration of M.R. James' most gruesome short story and invite you to our Season 3 premiere event in Newcastle: Limited tickets available here. Content Warnings: Child endangerment, child death descriptions. Credits: Written by M.R. James Produced by Mark Nixon Opening musical track Written and Performed by Nico Vettese Cast…

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A Short Update 10:04

2+ y ago10:04

10:04

Mark and David sit down to bring you some exciting updates regarding the development of the forthcoming third season and offer a dark bargain... https://ko-fi.com/shadowsatthedoor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Shadows at the Door Publishing | Realm

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The Discussion of Dorian Gray 1:07:15

3y ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Mark & David discuss Dorian Gray, specifically how subtext was handled, how Erika threw shade & Mark envisions David's secret origins. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Featuring Mark Nixon & David Ault Produced with …

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The Picture of Dorian Gray - Act III 40:09

3y ago40:09

40:09

Dorian attempts to cover up his horrific act as yet more consequences come back to haunt him. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Oscar Wilde and Adapted by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Edi…

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The Picture of Dorian Gray - Act II 40:20

3y ago40:20

40:20

While processing the events of the last few days, Dorian resorts to extreme measures to protect his dark secret... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Oscar Wilde and Adapted by Mark Nixon Produced w…

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The Picture of Dorian Gray - Act I 1:32:09

3y ago1:32:09

1:32:09

A painter enjoys his new muse and hopes his immoral friend won't ruin things for him. But when the subject of the painting falls in love with his own portrait, he offers a terrible bargain... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/tran…

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A Ghost Story For Christmas - Rats by M.R. James 16:11

3+ y ago16:11

16:11

Join David Ault by the fire as he reads Rats by M.R. James. Happy holidays from the team at Shadows at the Door, we'll see you soon. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Featuring David Ault Produced with Sound Design, E…

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The Miniseries Trailer 0:46

4y ago0:46

0:46

We are proud to present the trailer for our highly anticipated miniseries - an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's masterpiece: The Picture of Dorian Gray. Coming this summer. Starring Jake Benson, David Ault, Karim Kronfli, Ilana Charnelle, Mitesh Soni, Erika Sanderson & Mark Nixon. Music by Nico Vettesse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone…

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S2E12 - Quem Infra Nos 1:43:59

4+ y ago1:43:59

1:43:59

David Ault reads Mark Nixon's acclaimed short story 'Quem Infra Nos'. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directing by Mark Nixon Musical Score Wri…

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S3 Update + Actor’s Roundtable 1:29:13

4+ y ago1:29:13

1:29:13

As we enter 2021, Mark brings you an update regarding the status of Season Three and long term plans for the podcast. Then, Mark is joined by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle, Jake Benson and Erika Sanderson for an Actor's Roundtable discussion. Place your bets to see how long it takes for it to become a farce... Please see the end of the show notes for…

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S2E11 - Settle Thy Studies 1:44:07

4+ y ago1:44:07

1:44:07

Professor Troughton's arm is twisted into hearing about Catchlove Hall, an ancient building abandoned in the marshlands. But one name somehow echoes through those empty hallways... ‘Troughton’. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/tr…

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Convinced Disbeliever - The Troughton Stories 1:38:54

4+ y ago1:38:54

1:38:54

It's no secret that the season two finale sees the return of Professor Geoffrey Troughton. In this bonus episode, enjoy all three of the good professor's stories thus far… Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Wr…

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S2E10 - Bread & Salt 1:20:57

4+ y ago1:20:57

1:20:57

A woman attempts to find comfort in her grandmother's old log cabin, and though she has never connected with her slavic heritage, something ancient is about to teach her a lesson nonetheless. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/tran…

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S2E09 - Gnothi Seauton Audio Tour 1:19:29

4+ y ago1:19:29

1:19:29

You've arrived at the Museum of Modern Art in New York to take the Gnothi Seauton Audio Tour. Collect your headphones from the front desk and listen closely... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by M R…

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S2E08 - A Warning to the Curious 1:31:50

4+ y ago1:31:50

1:31:50

A couple's mini-break is interrupted by the arrival of a young archaeologist who may have discovered the greatest find of the century. The only thing is, she wants to put it back... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ C…

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S2E07 - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow 1:34:37

4+ y ago1:34:37

1:34:37

A schoolmaster's simple life is disrupted when he meets the most fearsome of creatures: a woman. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Washington Irving and Adapted by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound De…

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S2E06 - Loose Ground 1:11:17

5y ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Two men embark on an arduous hike. If only they could stop bickering, they might see what’s coming… Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Hannah Rickman-Peddie Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and …

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S2E05 - Tell-Tale 1:29:27

5y ago1:29:27

1:29:27

A woman enjoys a city mini-break, but the landlord keeps outstaying his welcome. It's okay, because he's such a nice guy... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Mark Nixon Produced with Sound Design, …

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S2E04 - Message in a Bottle 1:03:43

5y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

A couple find a grimy old bottle washed up by the tide. But what's inside? Why is one of them so obsessed with finding out? And what will happen when he does? Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Gemm…

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S2E03 - Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook 1:03:10

5y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

A Cambridge man in the south of France stumbles across an incredibly rare folio and will do anything to secure it. But what horrors await inside the book? And who is laughing in the dark? Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcri…

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S2E02 - Slender Chances 1:21:32

5y ago1:21:32

1:21:32

Listen to the bizarre and half-finished final episode of the 8-Bit Refit podcast, in which hosts Tom and Nat discover an old game that should not exist... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Mark Nix…

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S2E01 Blessed Be the Man 1:19:10

5y ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Professor Troughton is forced to defend his pursuit of paranormal knowledge, and his scientific thinking is put to the test, as a strange phenomenon outside a nearby churchyard invites new terror into his life. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadow…

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S1E10 - There Was a Man Dwelt by a Churchyard 34:10

6y ago34:10

34:10

We return for a short bonus episode, producing M.R. James’ punchy ghost story ‘There Was a Man Dwelt by a Churchyard’. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by M. R. James and Adapted by Mark Nixon Produc…

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S1E09 - Silent Warnings 1:10:19

6+ y ago1:10:19

1:10:19

Professor Troughton returns to Warwick University to settle back into ordinary life. However, a rather restless colleague is keen to invite Troughton back to his home, where he experiencing something quite insidious. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://…

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S1E08 - Quicksilver Spirit 1:11:38

6+ y ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Our protagonist stands on both the threshold of a stately home and a dark secret, and we are reminded never to meet our heroes or idols. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Pete Alex Harris Produced …

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S1E07 - Number 13 58:33

6+ y ago58:33

58:33

A travelling academic checks into his hotel and is amused at the superstition of hotels not having a Room 13. Yet, despite the manager’s insistence, there is a number 13 and something is inside… Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/t…

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S1E06 - Pit Village 1:03:59

6+ y ago1:03:59

1:03:59

A young social worker moves into his first home. He finds that village life is small and quiet, and the neighbours are incredibly nosey, and what are they hiding exactly? Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Wri…

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S1E05 - Winter Wings 1:08:23

6+ y ago1:08:23

1:08:23

An unscrupulous collector finds a rare and mysterious board game. Once he finally gets his hands on it, his luck turns sour, and he begins to notice the ever present caw of crows behind him… Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/trans…

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S1E04 -The Signalman 50:36

6+ y ago50:36

50:36

A tormented signalman is visited by a passing stranger. But why does he mistrust the stranger, and why can he not take his eyes from the tunnel mouth outside his signal box? Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: …

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S1E03 - Let Sleeping Gods Lie 58:54

6+ y ago58:54

58:54

An archaeologist travels to Egypt and ignores the misgivings of the locals as he proceeds with a new project. He is soon joined by a feline companion, and begins to hear something outside his tent in the dead of night... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: http…

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S1E02 - The Devil and Tom Walker 55:00

6+ y ago55:00

55:00

A suffering husband becomes lost in the New England swamps only to find an Indian site, and the literal Devil waiting for him. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credits: Written by Washington Irving and Adapted by Mar…

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S1E01 - Leave a Light On For Me 54:34

6+ y ago54:34

54:34

A professor ventures to a small coastal town to verify an archaeological find. However, he soon discovers that the ancient lantern should have remained hidden under the sand... Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Free Transcripts are available: https://shadowsatthedoor.com/transcripts/ Credit…

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The Trailer 1:30

6+ y ago1:30

1:30

From Shadows at the Door publishing comes a chilling new podcast, bringing to life a collection of macabre tales and spirited debate. Drawing on the haunted landscapes of classic folk horror, the podcast lifts the veil on some of your favourite ghost stories, and presents new fables throughout a series of macabre audio dramas. Shadows at the Door: …

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