(00:00:00) Developing a New Series, Indie Audio Drama Trends & More with Christopher Green

(00:01:19) Audio Drama Updates

(00:05:21) Discussion (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

(01:11:18) Feedback Segment

In our first episode of the new year, J.D. and ATC Contributor Christopher Green have a discussion about the challenges of developing a new audio drama show, some of the trends they're seeing in the industry currently, and some they'd like to see catch on more. They also share some talent to watch in the indie space, some of their favorite releases from 2025, and their most anticipated releases coming in 2026. J.D. also shares some audio drama updates and responds to feedback from Nate, Jonathan, and Austin.
 
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(00:00:00) AIR Theatre, AIO, and More with Writer Paul McCusker

(00:01:01) Audio Drama Updates

(00:17:54) Interview Segment

Renowned audio drama scriptwriter and director, Paul McCusker, joins the podcast today for an in-depth conversation with J.D. about Augustine Institute Radio Theatre and a new audio drama series he's working on. Also in the interview, they talk about Adventures in Odyssey, Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, and what a "providential conspiracy" is. You don't want to miss this information-packed chat with Paul. But before the conversation, J.D. shares several exciting audio drama updates. Join us for the final episode of 2025!
 
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(00:00:00) Interview with Voice and Stage Actor Ian Lahlum [Bonus Episode]

(00:00:51) Audio Drama Updates

(00:02:25) Interview Segment

(00:30:35) Feedback Segment

In this bonus episode, Austin Peachey sits down with actor Ian Lahlum to talk about his work as an actor on the stage and behind the microphone. J.D. also shares a couple of audio drama updates and responds to some feedback from Jacob. He also mentions several released projects and a few coming soon, in which you can hear Ian as an actor, in case you're not familiar with his work. 
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(00:00:00) Review of The Victory of Joan of Arc from AIR Theatre

(00:01:04) Audio Drama Updates

(00:20:22) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

(00:42:48) Review Segment

(01:57:02) Feedback Segment

Today, Michael and J.D. do a deep dive into the latest release from Augustine Institute Radio Theatre, The Victory of Joan of Arc. This 4 and a half hour production is a world-class audio drama and they discuss it in depth. Before the review, J.D. shares several exciting audio drama updates and also discusses audio drama trailers in the monologue segment. And to cap off the episode, J.D. responds to feedback from Jeff and Jeremy.
 
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(00:00:00) Check-in with Kristie Jardot, Executive Producer at HeartMatters

(00:02:10) Audio Drama Updates

(00:22:17) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

(00:32:54) Interview

(01:02:15) Community Feedback

Today's episode has everything: some exciting audio drama updates, feedback from listeners, a monologue, and a great interview! Our guest is the executive producer of the HeartMatters audio dramas, Kristie Jardot. J.D. recorded an on-location interview with her at their office in Oklahoma last month to talk about how audio drama is fitting into their work after 18 months, about what's ahead, and to get to know her just a bit more. There are some cool new releases that J.D. shares in the updates, and he continues the monologue from the last episode with a guest. To wrap up the episode, J.D. responds to feedback from Michael, Blake, and Jeremy.
 
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(00:00:00) Review of Robin Hood: Rising to Honor, Season 2

(00:01:09) Audio Drama Updates

(00:10:51) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

(00:23:18) Review Segment

(00:56:28) Feedback Segment

The audio drama updates are pretty event-heavy in this episode, but that's ok! Also in this episode, J.D. responds to feedback from Jane and Michael, he shares some thoughts about the value of building relationships in the audio drama industry, and he reviews Season 2 of Robin Hood: Rising to Honor. This is a unique, dramatic audio retelling of the Robin Hood legends from LRT Media and Eternal Future Productions. There is lots to enjoy in this episode that marks the 15th birthday of Audio Theatre Central.
 
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J.D. and Austin share a few more updates from the "Making Great Audio Drama" camp from the Audio Drama Institute.

The Surround Bible

HeartMatters app

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J.D. and Austin share some updates from the first few days of the Audio Drama Institute's "Making Great Audio Drama" camp in the mountains of Colorado.

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(00:00:00) The Signal-Man Review & OTR Is Still Worthwhile

(00:01:27) Audio Drama Updates

(00:08:06) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

(00:26:58) Review Segment

This is an abbreviated episode of the show, but J.D. still brings some audio drama updates, a monologue segment, and a review. After the updates, he shares some thoughts on the value of old-time radio, even in this era of modern audio drama. And then he reviews the latest release from Voices in the Wind Audio Theatre, an adaptation of the Charls Dickens' short story called The Signal-Man. Come join the fun!
 
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/216
 
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(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.D. shares a bunch of great audio drama updates. There are several new releases that are worth checking out. Have a great summer!
 
Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/215
 
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