Monster Hour

By Monster Hour

Monster Hour is an narrative-driven actual play podcast that combines equal parts comedy and horror with crisp production value and original scoring. We are currently launching our third season playin... more

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FAQs about Monster Hour:

How many episodes does Monster Hour have?

The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.

Monster Hour episodes:

May 02, 2023 S2 E23 - Gladhand
The Producers’ first challenge has arrived - how will the candidates fare? Max brokers an alliance. Duncan embraces his humanity. Claire meets her matches.
Content warnings: surreality, lip smacking foley (7:15), oversized insects, brief discussion of vomiting and fictional health issues
The PTA this episode was voiced by Ian Mauldin from Shrimp & Crits.

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Happy Excited Logo 75 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10373-happy-excited-logo-75
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Happy Excited Intro 19 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7822-happy-excited-intro-19
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"Crowd Cheer 5" by Krizin
"Trumpet sad chromatic wah wah.wav" by SpliceSound
"Whirligig 6" by puniho
"woo.wav" by theplax
...more
51min
April 18, 2023 S2 E22 - Election Season
Candidates and commentators emerge as election season heats up in Somewhere. Duncan visits Main Street. Max courts the youth vote. Claire pursues a big endorsement.
Content warnings: surreality, vocal distortion (36:20-43:30), vertigo
The PTA this episode was voiced by Johnny and Lauren from The Monster's Playbook, and Cap from Shrimp & Crits.

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere," "Campaign," and "Screaming Fog" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"iphone camera sound.mp3" by saha213131
"camera lens zooming.mp3" by CorneRoose
...more
1h 3min
April 04, 2023 S2 E21 - Exfoliate
The trio aim to turn the tables on a newly-vengeful City Council. Max considers the time. Duncan gets to the bottom of the bottle. Claire makes an announcement.
Content warnings: surreality, mention of alcohol, vocal distortion / multiple voices (4:00-4:25), vomiting foley (9:15), vocal distortion (28:20-30:35), harsh sound effect (29:40)

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"chant_machine3" by foxraid
"Radio tunning HQ.wav" by tosha73
"Pop sound" by deraj
"whispers.wav" by thanvannispen
"jf Glass Breaking.wav" by cmusounddesign
"Dropping glass 2" by jorickhoofd
...more
1h 1min
April 01, 2023 S2 E?¿ - Scouting Season
A dark (chocolate) day has arrived in Somewhere. Clære makes her pitch. Maxx embraces caramel. Dunkan has an identity crisis.
Content warnings: surreality, toilet humor, body horror (distortion), creepy children, food, apocalyptic themes, brief mention of drug use
Our Community Spotlight this week is Shrimp and Crits. Huge thanks to Ian, Cap, Catie, and Ryan for providing such an excellent promo.

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" and "Waves of Time" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
Ghost Processional by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3804-ghost-processional
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Halloween Atmosphere 2018 by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3234-halloween-atmosphere-2018
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"chant_machine3" by foxraid
"Radio tunning HQ.wav" by
...more
1h 18min
March 22, 2023 S2 E20 - Taking Stock
With the currents of commerce calmed, our trio reappraise their personal assets. Duncan meets his market. Claire receives a formal warning. Max does a vibes thing.
Content warnings: surreality, supernatural animal violence

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" and "Waves of Time" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle
...more
1h 1min
March 07, 2023 S2 E19 - Mad Money
The recession is nigh as the Cluncanax wreaks havoc at City Hall. Can our trio prevent the Economy from spiraling out of control? Claire commits to the bitcoin. Max wheels and deals. Duncan upsets the balance sheets.
Content warnings: surreality, supernatural violence, blood, warfare themes, loud/disruptive sound effect (2:15-3:45, 22:20, 41:25, 42:45-43:20, 46:35-47:00, 54:35), vocal distortion (8:45), eye injury, body horror (face)

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
The Big Show Opener: Zeus by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4642-the-big-show-opener-zeus
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Pure House Beats 01 by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/499-pure-house-beats-01
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Ancient Basement by Tim Kulig
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8486-ancient-basement
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
No Way Out by Sascha Schulz
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4682-no-way-out
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org
"Huge Thunderclap" by Fission9
"slashkut.wav" by Abyssmal
"Slash2.ogg" by wesleyextreme_gamer
"Deep Cut / Slash / Gash" by SypherZent
"Imperius - Spear Whoosh.wav" by SoundFlakes
"Fork scraping metal 5" by humanoide9000
"Pop down impact_5(10lrs,mltprcssng).wav" by newlocknew
"Big Structure Collision Heard from Inside" by Osvoldon
"synthetic lego.wav" by Timbre
"spilled coins" by Norman_Hittle
"Coin Spill" by clairinski
"Coins Drop - 1" and "Coins Drop - 2" by SpaceJoe
"Cash Register Purchase" by Zott820
"Teleport-01a" by DWOBoyle
"Lights Flicker On.wav" by mmaruska
"Scrapping rust" by anochrist
"Teleport Skill & Spell" by EminYILDIRIM
"Starting car engine" by rodrigocswm
"CarEngine.wav" by prometheus888
"car engine starting.wav" by 99021905683
"Wind through gap above window.wav" by soundslikewillem
"Sword Slice" by LiamG_SFX
"Sword Contact (with swipe)" by ultraaxvii
...more
56min
February 21, 2023 S2 E18 - Clash of the Titans
The trio prepare for their Voltron moment as the stakes get supersized. Claire spills the ink of her mind brain. Max has Jeremy’s ear. Duncan‘s integrity takes a tumble.
Content warnings: surreality, memory loss, vocal distortion (14:30-29:00), loud sound effects (12:15, 23:45, 24:35, 38:15, 44:15), warfare themes, supernatural violence, falling, vertigo, gore sound effect (38:15)

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
Dark Walk by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3612-dark-walk
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Cityscape05(intense) by Lilo Sound
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8154-cityscape05intense
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
The Big Show Opener: Zeus by Sascha Ende
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4642-the-big-show-opener-zeus
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org
" Paper_Unfolding_Refolding.wav" by Brokenphono
"Dinosaur Footsteps-01.wav" by jamesrodavidson
"Fork scraping metal 5" by humanoide9000
"Pop down impact_5(10lrs,mltprcssng).wav" by newlocknew
"Big Structure Collision Heard from Inside" by Osvoldon
"synthetic lego.wav" by Timbre
"spilled coins" by Norman_Hittle
"Coin Spill" by clairinski
"Coins Drop - 1" and "Coins Drop - 2" by SpaceJoe
"Huge Thunderclap" by Fission9
"slashkut.wav" by Abyssmal
"Slash2.ogg" by wesleyextreme_gamer
"Deep Cut / Slash / Gash" by SypherZent
...more
46min
February 07, 2023 S2 E17 - Follow The Money
Our trio's problems continue to grow. Literally. Duncan requests uppies. Max enlists new allies. Claire gets touchy (touchy).
Content warnings: surreality, vocal distortion (4:30-11:00, 45:50-56:00), loud sound effects (10:45-11:20, 21:45, 22:50), supernatural violence, memory loss, bullying

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Dark Walk by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3612-dark-walk
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Music: Space Exploration by WinnieTheMoog
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10077-space-exploration
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Music: Space Police by WinnieTheMoog
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10121-space-police
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"09382 flush big wave.wav" by Robinhood76
"atlantic storm.wav" by bruno.auzet
"Splash, Jumping, H.wav" by InspectorJ
"Exhale.wav" by VinnyVideo
"Dinosaur Footsteps-01.wav" by jamesrodavidson
"Glass Breaking, Peaked mic, distortion.wav" by issalcake
"Breaking A Wall Down (With A Hammer)" by scampsie
"Bricks/Stones/Rocks/Gravel Falling" by iwanPlays
...more
57min
January 24, 2023 S2 E16 - The Economy
A financial storm is brewing as the Cluncanax rampages on. Max hits the airwaves. Claire books it. Duncan deals with inflation.
Content warnings: surreality, supernatural violence, warfare themes, loss of speech, drug use allusion, rip tide / drowning

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

Music: Dark Walk by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3612-dark-walk
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"BathFill.wav" by 0XMUSEX0
...more
51min
January 10, 2023 S2 E15 - Financial Literacy
With the Cluncanax on the loose, our trio gain a new appreciation for the old saying: mo money, mo problems. Max embraces her inner Javert. Duncan opens a bank account. Claire roots around the library.
Content warnings: surreality, claustrophia, supernatural violence, loss of speech, warfare themes, loud sound effects (52:30, 55:10, 58:00, 1:00:00)

Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/69kkcxs6MS
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/monsterhour
Absurdia by Quinn Majeski: https://quinnm.itch.io/absurdia

Primary editing by Ian Mauldin. Additional editing by Quinn Majeski.
"Radio Somewhere" by Kyle Levien: https://soundcloud.com/tehkyle

Music: Dark Walk by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3612-dark-walk
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sound effects from Freesound.org:
"Coins fall on the concrete floor" by tosha73
"Fork scraping metal 5" by humanoide9000
Small Plastic Bag Explosion by Iwan Gabovitch under CC-BY 3.0 License
"Coin Flipping, A" by InspectorJ
"Coins Drop - 1" and "Coins Drop - 2" by SpaceJoe
"Teleport-01a" by DWOBoyle
"Pop sound" by deraj
...more
1h 2min

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How many episodes does Monster Hour have?

The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.

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