Unable to sleep, Rosemary tries something new; Isaiah senses an invading presence.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

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Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Archie voiced by Steven Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Justin Marshall Elias, Victor Lundberg, David Celeste, Monobox, and Braden Deal

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Descriptions of Torture

Body Horror

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Mysterian Gand shows the twins to their lodgings in Blackledge.  Later, Rosemary recalls something form a past encounter and Isaiah listens to a disturbing account.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

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Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Archie voiced by Steven Anzalone

Sanitarium Guard voiced by Steven Anzalone

Gregory Withrow voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dr. Mercer Boley voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Patrck Rundblad, These Old Bones, and Max Anson

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Descriptions of Torture

Body Horror

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The twins face of with their would be captors and then head to the city of Blackledge.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

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Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Road Bandit voiced by Mark Anzalone

Soldier voiced by Steven Anzalone

Witch General Villamar voiced by Mark Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Josh Mccausland, Jimmy Svensson, Matooma, Justin Marshall Elias, and Franz Gordon

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Twins get themselves out of one mess to only find themselves in another.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia

Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Road Bandit voiced by Mark Anzalone

Charlotte voiced by Kelly Bair

Child Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Iros Young, Tells No Tales, Roniit, Phillip E. Morris, Justin Marshall Elias, Braden Deal, and Adi Goldstein,

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rosemary finds a quaint abandoned place to frequent, while Isaiah struggles with a new revelation.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

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Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Handler voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Adi Goldstein, This is the Giant, Justin Marshall Elias, Gavin Brivik, All India Radio, Band Max H.

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trying to lay low until their next assignment, the twins arrive in Emmit's Threshold, a serene sprawling wetland.  After getting settled in, Rosemary has an uninvited guest and Isaiah revisits old sins. 

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia

Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Mister Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by JH Coleman, John Hayes, Justin Marshall Elias, Adi Goldstein, Martin Landstrom, and Max H.

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bright Black seeks revenge and attacks Rosemary and Isaiah in the Heccan city of Hallowick.  Later, the twins run across a strange roadside attraction.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia

Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Gliss the Thorned Woman voiced by Kelly Bair

Umbrian voiced by Steven Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Cinematic_Alex, Justin Marshall Elias, Braden Deal, Maciej Sadowski, and John Silke

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Isaiah uses some of his downtime to relax and take in the sights of Hallowick. Later, a mysterious stranger comes bearing gifts.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia

Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

Stranger at Cafe voice by Mark Anzalone

Waiter voiced by Mark Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Tell No Tales, Brandon Hopkins, Iros Young, and Brock Hewitt

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, and Music Vine

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the events of Merrows, the twins report their findings to their higher-ups - the Esotarchs. Later, Isaiah and Rosemary go for a ride and mull over their options.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia

Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!

Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly Bair

The Esotarchs voiced by Mark Anzalone

The Handler voiced by Mark Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Justin Marshall Ellas, Braden Deal, Richard Bodgers, Soft Alchemy

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, and Soundstripe

Disclaimer:

This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Maeltopia gang talks about early childhood horror influences, TV shows, the Sleep Wake Cycle, and Steven's totally preventable brush with death.

EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!

Join us on Discord!

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Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!

Trigger warning:

Discussion of death

Discussion of bodily functions

cursing

Vivid and explixit details of a nightmare

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