VAST Horizon

By Fool and Scholar ProductionsFiction Drama Science Fiction

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June 24, 2025 We're Celebrating 10 Years of Podcasting Today!
We've officially been podcasting for TEN years! We feel old, but also extremely grateful! Join us for a short chat, and a horror story.
If you enjoy our story here and maybe don’t know about what else we create, check out The Liberty Podcast for dark sci-fi, the Don't Mind anthology for mysterious spine chillers, The White Vault for arctic frights, and Dark Dice for a horror fantasy. You can also follow us on YouTube.
Our careers and the lives we have now would not be possible without our amazing Patreon supporters! ⁠Patreon.com/foolandscholar⁠ to help us get through the next 10 years.

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26 min
November 06, 2023 Introducing - DERELICT
Listen to DERELICT: https://pod.link/1473460202/episode/742116ce5eb8929e4d723ee826ebea6f
Please check out the first episode of the immersive sci-fi podcast DERELICT!
DERELICT: FATHOM E1 - In the Dark We See
The story begins with its prequel season, FATHOM, in which an ancient artifact that can only be described as a giant door has been found at the bottom of Earth's ocean. To study the artifact, the galaxy's most powerful corporation has built a massive secret laboratory base surrounding it. Their objective: unlock the secrets of the artifact and discover what it holds. But some mysteries should remain buried. And some doors should never be opened....
FATHOM is created, written and directed by J. Barton Mitchell; produced by Kirsten Rudberg, Elizabeth Laidlaw and Thomas Barker; features original music by Makeup and Vanity Set, Luke Atencio, and Ryan Taubert; sound design and editing by J. Barton Mitchell; additional sound design by Music Radio Creative. Cast: Elizabeth Laidlaw - EVA GRAFF; Michael Mau - BLAYNE; Eli Goodman - JOE FREEMAN; Dani Payne - SARAH KLAYTON.
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53 min
September 01, 2023 Introducing - Shores of the Silver Thrum
Join a ship of wayward travelers as they get lost within the frozen sea during the polar night…
This story is completely unrelated to previous seasons of Dark Dice. Even if you don’t like the concept of listening to people play a game or improvised horror, this show is unique – cutting out 4th-wall breaking elements to feel like you’re actually in the world, just like our scripted stories.
Dark Dice: Season 3: Shores of the Silver Thrum - A new tale by Fool & Scholar Productions.

ALSO: Even if you've never played Dungeons & Dragons before... Prepare to embark on a legendary adventure! We're thrilled to offer you the chance to win a seat at the renowned Dark Dice D&D table, set in the enchanting surroundings of historic Lumley Castle. This giveaway grants the winner an exclusive ticket to the "D&D in a Castle" event from November 10-14, 2023.
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Details: https://dndinacastle.com/darkdicegiveaway

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1 hr 6 min
November 18, 2022 Introducing - The Boar Knight (by Fool & Scholar Productions)
This week, we would like to introduce you to The Boar Knight, a new podcast from Fool & Scholar.

Join Nathaniel the Boar Knight as he journeys across a fantasy world in search of adventure and friendship! The Boar Knight is a story suitable for All Ages.

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19 min
September 01, 2022 Introducing Echo Park, starring Harry Shum Jr.
This week, we would like to introduce you to Echo Park, a new show from Realm starring Harry Shum Jr.
Desperate for a clean sample, James goes to Echo Park in search of his missing clone, Terrance—but danger is waiting.
Echo Park is airing now wherever you get your podcasts. Binge the whole show now by subscribing to Realm+ on Apple Podcasts.
Echo Park is a Realm production. Listen Away.
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36 min
May 09, 2022 Introducing Marigold Breach, starring Jameela Jamil and Manny Jacinto (by Realm)
This week, we’re introducing you to Marigold Breach, a Realm podcast starring Jameela Jamil and Manny Jacinto.
Listen and subscribe to Marigold Breach wherever you get your podcasts, or visit Realm.fm (and sign up for our newsletter while you're at it!)
After crash-landing on a mysterious planet with no memory and a sentient AI implant in his brain keeping him alive, a soldier searches for answers about his past. There are only four things Lucan knows with certainty: his name, his rank, that the droll AI implant speaking to him inside his mind is named Ven, and finally, that she is the only thing keeping him from dying. With no other memories or connection to their pasts, Lucan and Ven must navigate their new reality on an unknown planet split into warring factions.
Marigold Breach is a Realm production. Listen Away.
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29 min
April 05, 2022 Introducing - Don't Mind Cruxmont (by Fool & Scholar Productions)
Dr. Gwen Kingston's patient has a miraculous recovery while Neal travels to Cruxmont, England to search for his missing brother.

Credits:
Written and Created by K. A. Statz
Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff
Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas
Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson
Script Consulting by Gemma Amor
Script Editing by W. K. Statz
Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd

Cast:
Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh
Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin
Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson
Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan
Andrew – Andy Cresswell
Phone Voice – Tanja Milojevic
Lani – Penny Scott Andrews
Brian – Daniel Matthews
Abby – Robin Howell
Rose – Sarah Golding

Music:
"Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin
"Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin, Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal

Cover Art by Abigail Spence

Special Thanks to:
Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Steve Chase - ID Audio

This is a Fool and Scholar Production
We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support!
Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar
Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163

Content Warnings:
Car Crash, Memory Loss

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35 min
October 27, 2021 Season 3 | Ep. 10 | What You Are
Months later, the Technocracy makes final plans for Ally and the Emergence.
What does the future look like?

Please consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/Foolandscholar

Credits:
Written by K.A. Statz
Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directed by Travis Vengroff
Executive Producer Dennis Greenhill
Senior Sound Designer Dayn Leonardson
Mixing and Mastering by Brandon Strader
Script Editing by W.K. Statz
Mandarin Translations by Sophie Yang

Cast:
Dr. Nolira Eck – Siobhan Lumsden
Ally – Tanja Milojevic
Sergeant Lawrence – A.R. Olivieri
Arn Feen Stonin – Tianyi Skarrxin
Sanon Onroon – Daniel Demerin
Auden Barrow – David Devereux
Captain Sarpon – David Ault
Commander Graan – Lani Minella
Captain Park – L. Jeffrey Moore
Kenpenin Trun – Peter Joseph Lewis
Doctor Nyoto Jemisin Mametja – Binja Zihhalirwa
Admiral Lau – Su Ling Chan
Meinren Tonnon Renbenkan – Daniel Muñoz
Shonron Banzan Tsenshein – Dario Oman
General Han – Max Lando
Dr. Imke Bohn – Naomi McMillan
Dr. Shanrensinon Aan – Juliana Gutiérrez Arango
Dr. Ellana Wagner – Diane Casanova
Dr. Arif Ghanem – Garan Fitzgerald
Dr. Nasha Okoro – Marisha Tapera
Dr. Thessiri Regana – Angela Liu
Dr. Antwi – Jordan Cobb
Dr. Miriam Wu – Sophie Yang
Dr. Jiang – Ewan Chung
Constance – Sam Yeow
Judge – Karim Kronfli
Guard – Vic Ramirez
Guard 2 – Dayn Leonardson

Music:
“Adrift (The VAST Horizon Theme)" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone with Choir Arrangement by Steven Melin, Performed by The Budapest Scoring Choir
"New Skies" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone.
"A Little Star" Written by Kaitlin Statz and Travis Vengroff, with arrangement and performance by Brandon Strader
VAST Horizon art by Kessi Riliniki

This is a Fool and Scholar Production.
For early episodes and bonus content join us at: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar
Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/vast-horizon-27244373
Check out our Merch: https://streamlabs.com/foolandscholar/merch

Special Thanks to:
Our Patreon supporters! | Tovusound | Sophie Yang | Sean Daniel Francis

CONTENT WARNINGS: Loss

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40 min
October 21, 2021 Season 3 | Ep. 9 | Jiaan
The Technocracy confronts the VAST entity as they near the point of no return.
Please consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/Foolandscholar

Credits:
Written by K.A. Statz
Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directed by Travis Vengroff
Executive Producer Dennis Greenhill
Senior Sound Designer Dayn Leonardson
Mixing and Mastering by Brandon Strader
Script Editing by W.K. Statz
Mandarin Translations by Sophie Yang

Cast:
Dr. Nolira Eck - Siobhan Lumsden
Ally – Tanja Milojevic
Sergeant Lawrence – A.R. Olivieri
Sanon Onroon – Daniel Demerin
Auden Barrow – David Devereux
Captain Sarpon – David Ault
Captain Park –L. Jeffrey Moore
Doctor Nyoto Jemisin Mametja – Binja Zihhalirwa
Admiral Lau – Su Ling Chan
Meinren Tonnon Renbenkan – Daniel Muñoz
Dr. Levan Lomidze – Giorgi Pruidze
Dr. Vacha Hope – Mikael Heidner
Shonron Banzan Tsenshein – Dario Oman
Dr. Shashi kau Castillo – Cheryl Kanekar
Simek Officer 1 – Carolyn Saint-Pé
Simek Officer 2 – Lex Ellett
Simek Officer 3 – Graham Rowat
Simek Officer 4 – Vic Ramirez
Lieutenant Walsh – Russ D. More
Construct 1 – Charlotte Norup

Music:
“Adrift (The VAST Horizon Theme)" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone with Choir Arrangement by Steven Melin, Performed by The Budapest Scoring Choir
"Lark" Written and performed by Dayn Leonardson
VAST Horizon art by Kessi Riliniki

This is a Fool and Scholar Production.
For early episodes and bonus content join us at: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar
Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/vast-horizon-27244373
Check out our Merch: https://streamlabs.com/foolandscholar/merch

Special Thanks to:
Our Patreon supporters! | Tovusound | Sophie Yang | Sean Daniel Francis

CONTENT WARNINGS: Bullying, Death, References to Genocide, Threats of Violence

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35 min
October 18, 2021 Season 3 | Ep. 8 | Council
The Technocracy armada has arrived.
Please consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/Foolandscholar

Credits:
Written by K.A. Statz
Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directed by Travis Vengroff
Executive Producer Dennis Greenhill
Senior Sound Designer Dayn Leonardson
Mixing and Mastering by Brandon Strader
Script Editing by W.K. Statz
Mandarin Translations by Sophie Yang

Cast:
Dr. Nolira Eck - Siobhan Lumsden
Ally – Tanja Milojevic
Admiral Lau – Su Ling Chan
Sergeant Lawrence – A.R. Olivieri
Sanon Onroon – Daniel Demerin
Captain Sarpon – David Ault
Commander Graan – Lani Minella
Auden Barrow – David Devereux
Captain Park – L. Jeffrey Moore
Kenpenin Trun – Peter Joseph Lewis
Doctor Nyoto Jemisin Mametja – Binja Zihhalirwa
Meinren Tonnon Renbenkan – Daniel Muñoz
Dr. Levan Lomidze – Giorgi Pruidze
Dr. Vacha Hope – Mikael Heidner
Shonron Banzan Tsenshein – Dario Oman
Dr. Shashi kau Castillo – Cheryl Kanekar
Simek Officer 1 – Vic Ramirez
Simek Officer 2 – Lex Ellett
Simek Officer 3 – Carolyn Saint-Pé

Music:
“Adrift (The VAST Horizon Theme)" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone with Choir Arrangement by Steven Melin, Performed by The Budapest Scoring Choir
VAST Horizon art by Kessi Riliniki

This is a Fool and Scholar Production.
For early episodes and bonus content join us at: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar
Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/vast-horizon-27244373
Check out our Merch: https://streamlabs.com/foolandscholar/merch

Special Thanks to:
Our Patreon supporters! | Tovusound | Sophie Yang | Sean Daniel Francis

CONTENT WARNINGS: Bullying, Death, References to Genocide, Threats of Violence

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41 min

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