The Talkback Tapes

The Talkback Tapes

By Alec PreisslerFictionDrama
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The Talkback Tapes episodes

  • (Probably) Always Tomorrow

    Douglas, please write proper description before posting. Thanks, Alec.~~Credits~~Cast~Narrator - Jarod Bootswww.linkedin.com/in/jarod-boots-95bab196Douglas / News Anchor - Bennett Taylor~Music~Called Upon – Silent Partner~Crew~Everything - Alec Preissler

    7 min
  • A Testament to Vitality

    They call it art. I call it a disgrace.
    The galleries are filled with mockeries—sloppy strokes, lifeless shapes, empty ideas. They hang these abominations on sacred walls, insult the masters, and sell our heritage for profit. Someone had to take a stand, and that someone is me.
    With a boxcutter in hand and a fire in my heart, I am cleansing the gallery of its pretenders. Their hollow canvases bleed, their façades crumble, and the true meaning of artistry is restored. They’ll call me a monster, a vandal, but I know the truth. I am a savior of beauty, a herald of tradition.
    This is my confession, my mission, and my masterpiece.
    ~
    I have no idea how to write a poem, but I didn't know how to paint or rig practical effects either and that didn't stop me. The painting in question, titled "I'm sorry to hear about your accident" now hangs in my bedroom, exposed insides and all.
    ~Credits~
    ~Cast~
    Disgraced Painter - Seth Sturgill
    https://linktr.ee/twodollarhero
    ~Music~
    Original Score - Aybars Savat
    ~Crew~
    Written - Alec Preissler
    Album Art - Alec Preissler
    Audio Editing - Alec Preissler

    11 min
  • Unforgiven

    A reoccurring thunderstorm serves as a painful reminder of David's history. Throughout his years, he has only found himself growing more haunted - and even hunted - by past mistakes. Running out of time, David plans to confess to his crimes and accept whatever punishment is deemed just - before it's too late.
    ~
    I am a little unsatisfied with the dynamic range on this audio, but still overall it's probably the best sounding thing I've ever made. I especially love how the cigarette sounds when wearing headphones, and of course who can resist the sound of heavy rain on a hard roof.
    ~Credits~
    ~Cast~
    Operator/Secretary - Stephen Thompson
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Y6wtfns25E3bDiNLNGxKw
    https://twitter.com/CallMeBiceps
    David Vandermeer - Plain Yogurt
    https://twitter.com/PlainY0gurt
    https://www.castingcall.club/plainyogurt
    Detective Phillips - ItsMeTera
    https://www.castingcall.club/ItsMeTera
    ~Music~
    Original Score - Aybars Savat
    ~Crew~
    Written - Alec Preissler
    Album Art - Alec Preissler
    Audio Editing - Alec Preissler

    12 min
  • Migration

    Elliot is a directionless office worker, whose days are dull, and filled with dissatisfaction. As Elliot navigates his mundane existence, a mysterious bird enters his life, seemingly with a mission to guide Elliot towards a better life. As Elliot becomes more entwined with the bird, he must make a choice between staying on the path his life has been on or making a dramatic change.


    ~Credits~

    ~Cast~

    Narrator - Nick Mortimer

    Elliot - Austin Rodgers

    https://twitter.com/austintrodgers

    https://www.castingcall.club/dashboard

    Bird - Macy Ernst


    ~Music~

    Allégro - Emmit Fenn.R


    ~Crew~

    Written by Alec Preissler

    Audio Editing by Alec Preissler

    15 min
  • Enjoy The Show

    In an increasing bleak and stressful world, entertainment works as an easily accessible escape from reality. Unfortunately for Howard, in order to find reprieve he'll have to face his biggest challenge yet. 

    ~ 

    This Radio play is alright I suppose. The stories are always so much better in my head, oh well.   

    Credits:  Narrator - Michael Robinson ([email protected]) 

    Howard - Kaiden Griffiths  

    Ticket Clerk - Carlie Dejesus  

    Concession Worker - Isabele Savage 

    Additional Voices - Alec Preissler, Andy Scheier, Carlie Dejesus, Isabele Savage, Jacob Prentice, Jake Sturkenboom 


    Written by: Alec Preissler 

    Audio Editing: Alec Preissler 

    Album Art: Alec Preissler

    4 min
  • A Review of Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020)

    Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) is the newest release in the longtime beloved Microsoft Flight Simulator Franchise. This 2020 release, brought to life by developer Asobo Studio, is by far the most technologically advanced and sophisticated game in the series. An immersive experience that can take over simulation fans, and aviation enthusiasts, and even casual gamers. Listen to my full review to hear my experience with this ambitious title. 

    ~ 

    I thought "The Machine Made Paperclips" couldn't be topped, but It seems I was mistaken. I think the added soundtrack that comes with my audiobooks (thanks again to @spantar) really sells the story. Or maybe I just like having something to cover up my shabby audio editing.  


    Credits: 

    Narrator: Bennett Taylor 

    Written by: Alec Preissler

    Audio Editing: Alec Preissler 

    Album Art: Alec Preissler

    Music: Spencer Barrett (@spantar on Instagram)

    12 min
  • The Machine Made Paperclips

    Paperclips are an important, yet underappreciated tool of the modern workforce. With eleven billion paperclips manufactured yearly, ensuring their construction operates smoothly is a monumental task. But what happens when technical innovation surpasses regulation, and software is given total control?   


    ~  


     I've always been a huge fan of the game "Universal Paperclips" so I figured an adaptation would be a fun project. This project turned out way better than I thought it would. Not only did Blake Anthony killed it with the narration, but I managed to rope my friend Spencer into creating an original score for the project. Everything fits together perfectly, I doubt I'll be surpassing this level of quality for some time.        


     ~Credits~ Narrator: Blake Anthony  

    Written by: Alec Preissler 

    Audio Editing: Alec Preissler 

    Album Art: Alec Preissler 

    Music: Spencer Barrett

    10 min

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