By Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales
A zany, scripted, dark comedy that explores the bystander effect - a social psychological theory that states individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when in the presence of other peop
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The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.
As the bystanders last moments dwindle, they are cornered into confronting the chilling truth of the Beachview Lake assault. The secrets of that fateful day emerge into the light, leaving them no choice but to reckon with their past. However, in a distant corner of the city, Z stumbles upon a glimmer of hope, a flickering beacon that may finally offer the salvation he desperately seeks. Get ready for an explosive final episode, where the bystanders are given one last chance to do something. Will they seize this opportunity or succumb to the allure of their dark past?
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Todd
Monte Markham as Father Anton
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol
Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin
Ash Lendzion as Poppy
Scott Lendzion as Bruce
David D'Agostini As Sheriff Shareef
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry
Alex Tassopoulos as Deputy Depudy
Josh Fisher as Officer Office
Michael Minto, Will Rubio, Ryan Ratcliff, Nabyl Sohle, Shannon Swartz, Joey Ariemma, and Jim Hales as The Homeless Camp
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
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In a nostalgic trip to the 1990s, Todd Cuisinart unveils the touching tale of his fateful encounter with Billy Bobaggins, his closest confidant, and the hidden truths of that ill-fated day at Twitchercon 1990. Meanwhile, in the shadowed alleyways, Z battles against the relentless darkness, desperately seeking aid until an unexpected ally presents him with a perilous revelation that could transform an improbable savior into a true hero of the night. Gird your loins for an episode where friendships are forged, secrets unravel, and the line between heroism and villainy blurs beneath the city's brooding skyline.
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Lincoln Bonilla as Young Todd
Kellen Raffaelo as Young Billy
Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord
Kristian Kordula as Jack Verstigo
Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol
Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin
Amelia Morck as Todd's Mom
Ash Lendzion as Billy's Mom
Lynn Lendzion as Nurse Louise
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry
Alex Carter as Mr. Walker
Bradley Andersen, Charlie Andersen, Chloe Cluff, William Cluff, Harrison Cluff, Kahea Hales, Nixon Lendzion, and Bentz Lendzion as The Kids
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED
As Officer Mann and the enigmatic Z stealthily navigate the shadows, hope flickers in their pursuit of justice. But in this unforgiving landscape, hope is a treacherous illusion. With their lives hanging in the balance, the desperate bystanders must act swiftly, yet the line between salvation and peril blurs dangerously. As another plan crumbles to dust, they scramble for survival, stumbling upon a concealed chamber harboring a sinister secret that could seal their fate forever. Hear for yourself an enthralling episode of intrigue and suspense, where the desperate struggle for life unravels in the darkest corners of the hidden room.
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Monte Markham as Father Anton
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Kevin Farley as Manager Kel
Ryan Everett as Chick N' Chips Employee
Ethan Richardson as Scooter Kid
Heather Morris as Training Potty Vocals
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna, Timer Voice, and Barista
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Heather Morris
Written by: Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Jaclyn Hales
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED
In the shadowed corners of the warehouse, a mysterious figure emerges- an additional bystander who witnessed the harrowing attack. Doubt creeps in like cigarette smoke as the group questions how he eluded the clutches of their captor. As desperation gnaws at their resolve, a daring scheme is unveiled that teeters on the razor's edge of fatality. Tune in to this riveting episode to witness a moment of self-preservation, where the bystanders contemplate the chilling thought: better him than me.
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
"Let the Binkies Hit the Floor" Vocals by Tory Cummins
Ash Lendzion as Poppy
Scott Lendzion as Bruce
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Written by: Nick Blair Wilfong, Jaclyn Hales, Heather Morris, and Ash Lendzion
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED
In the dark underbelly of their captivity, the unsuspecting bystanders are thrust into a sinister game orchestrated by their captor: maneuvering through treacherous 90s board games designed to reveal their deepest, darkest secrets all while teaching them what it means to be a friend. While the shadows grow thicker, a former cop and his newfound sidekick, take up the scent, tracking the elusive kidnapper's trail from the outside. Brace yourself for this nail-biter of an episode where survival, friendship, and a relentless pursuit of justice converge in the face of overwhelming odds.
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord
David D'Agostini as Sheriff Shareef
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice
Ash Lendzion as Poppy
Scott Lendzion as Bruce
John Weselcouch as Stefan London
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Ash Lendzion
Written by: Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, Jaclyn Hales, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED
In the midst of a serene paddle boat tour, Billy finds himself thrust into a world of darkness when he becomes the victim of a vicious attack while his fellow tourists stand idly by. Billy's fate hangs in the balance as the apathetic bystanders continue their carefree lives…but in the shadows, a reckoning awaits. Prepare for a gripping episode where complacency and cruelty collide, and the haunting question lingers: How long can they evade the consequences of their indifference?
STARRING:
Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious
Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour
Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde
Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde
Jon Gries as Z
Luke Cook as Friend
Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins
and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann
Narrated by: Jane Lynch
FEATURING:
Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord
Kristian Kordula as Jack Verstigo
Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol
Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin
Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry
Ash Lendzion as Teddy Ruxby
Jaclyn Hales as Fauna
Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales
Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford
Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion
Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris
Music by: Tory Cummins
Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter
Sound Design by: Tim McKeown
Music Mix by: Tevin Turner
Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown
Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente
Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher
Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab
Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios
A Bystanders aftershow special with Kristin Chenoweth.
A Bystanders aftershow special with Matt Mattson. Additionally a sneak peek interview with Creators: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, and Heather Morris.
A Bystanders aftershow special with Jim Lau and Karen Huie.
The Bystanders aftershow special with Michael Hitchcock.
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