The Sleep Wake Cycle

A man struggling with major depression has difficulty finding value in life.  Soon, however, he is confronted with a strange occurrence, one that just may finally break him.

From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.

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Credits:

Written by Steven Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Narrator: Steven Anzalone

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Warning:

This episode contains depictions of depression, mental illness, and suicide.

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Rosemary tries to hold it together at the base; Isaiah meets the Krematorian.

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

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Gillstrix voiced by Mark Anzalone

Soldiers voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Tagus voiced by Mark Anzalone

Doll Face voiced by Kelly Bair

The Krematorian voiced by Kelly Bair

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Disclaimer:niac, 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

Body Horror

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

Rosemary goes on an emergency mission, and Isaiah faces off with Hetch.

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

Hetch voiced by Mark Anzalone

Gaurds voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Gillstrix voiced by Mark Anzalone

Doctor Pembry voiced by Mark Anzalone

Soldiers voiced by Steven Anzalone

Lieutenant Prast voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

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

Body Horror

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

Rosemary embarks on her assassination mission; Isaiah goes on the hunt.

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

Hetch voiced by Mark Anzalone

Gaurds voiced by Mark Anzalone

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

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

Body Horror

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

Rosemary gets an assignment that may change her forever; Isaiah prepares for his confrontation with Krematorian.

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

Councilman Botch voiced by Steven Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Assistant Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Coojis voiced by Mark Anzalone

Tagus voiced by Mark Anzalone

Doll Face voiced by Kelly Bair

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5 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

Body Horror

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

Rosemary and Isaiah go on patrol with a fire team the night before the Magic Lantern show.

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

Soldiers voiced by Kelly Bair and Steven Anzalone

Gillstrix voiced by Mark Anzalone

Assistant Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5 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

Body Horror

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

Isaiah follows up on some leads and finds out something disturbing that may jeopardize the mission.

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

Warner Mills voiced by Steven Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen, Theatre of Delays, and Matooma

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

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

Rosemary and Assistant Mysterian Gand investigate Blackledge's homeless shelter in search of answers.

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

Botch voiced by Steven Anzalone

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Captain Gillstrix voiced by Mark Anzalone

Soldiers voiced by Steven Anzalone

Dr. Pembry voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Phillip E. Morris, Lennon Hutton, Benjamin Botkin, and Shahead Mostafafar

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

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

Rosemary goes to the homeless shelter to investigate the Scream Eaters; Isaiah checks up on the progress of his plan. 

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

Guards voiced by Steven Anzalone

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Lady of Grace 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 Adi Goldstein, Matooma, Benjamin Botkin, Cody Martin, and Jimmy Svensson

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

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

Mr. Sugar hunts his prey; Rosemary and Isaiah get some urgent news.

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

Botch voiced by Steven Anzalone

Mysterian Gand voiced by Mark Anzalone

Scream Eater voiced by Mark Anzalone

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Lars voiced By Steven Anzalone

Captain Gillstrix voiced by Mark Anzalone

Aims Voiced By Mark Anzalone

Compromised agent/victim 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 Phillip E. Morris, Archimusic, Silverhoof, Josh Mccausland, and Alex Besss

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

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