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Episodes (351)
273 - Horror Recs
Recommendations for you horror buffs
Weather: "Watermelon" by Clavicle
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron
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Weather: "Watermelon" by Clavicle
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron
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272 - Horoscopes
It's too hot to think. Let's let the stars guide us.
Weather: "Door is Your Hand" by Adult Mom
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
The voice of Harrison Kip is Jeffrey Cranor
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Weather: "Door is Your Hand" by Adult Mom
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
The voice of Harrison Kip is Jeffrey Cranor
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271 - The Festival
Push the boundaries of experience
Weather: "Stretching Thin" by MADWOMAN
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
The voice of Josh Crayton is Brie Williams
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Weather: "Stretching Thin" by MADWOMAN
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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270 - Deeper Than Purpose, Older Than Thought
Now is not the time for panic. Now is the time for despair.
Weather: "Radio Down" by Caged Animals
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "Radio Down" by Caged Animals
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269 - A Story About Me
This is a story about me, said the man speaking, and you are pleased because you always wanted to hear a story about me.
Weather: "House With A Basement" by Nick Ricks
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Weather: "House With A Basement" by Nick Ricks
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Unlicensed S3 E3: Pest Control
Unlicensed, the first fiction show created by Jeffrey and Joseph since Night Vale, returns for a third season.
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
Unlicensed S3 E2: Junk Drawer
Unlicensed, the first fiction show created by Jeffrey and Joseph since Night Vale, returns for a third season.
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
Unlicensed S3 E1: Tiny Homes
Unlicensed, the first fiction show created by Jeffrey and Joseph since Night Vale, returns for a third season.
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
Lou Rosen and Molly Hatch are unlicensed private detectives, scraping by on whatever...
268 - Head Office
Labyrinth management is troubled about new developments.
Weather: "How Lucky Am I?" by The Toxhards
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "How Lucky Am I?" by The Toxhards
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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267 - Missed Connections
Today’s show is dedicated to all your chance encounters, wasted moments, pinings, longings, and near-misses.
Weather: "I'm So Bored" by Mal Blum
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner
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Weather: "I'm So Bored" by Mal Blum
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner
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The Best Worst: The X-Files
Night Vale's Joseph Fink and Meg Bashwiner consider classic tv shows by watching their worst and best imdb user rated episodes. Listen to The Best Worst wherever you get podcasts, or go to...
266 - The Return of Poetry Week
After an 11 year hiatus, Poetry Week has returned.
Weather: "Fix-Its (and Favours)" by luggage
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "Fix-Its (and Favours)" by luggage
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The Best Worst: The Office
Night Vale's Joseph Fink and Meg Bashwiner consider classic tv shows by watching their worst and best imdb user rated episodes. Listen to The Best Worst wherever you get podcasts, or go to...
265 - Labyrinth HQ
There’s a strange broadcast coming from deep with in Labyrinth headquarters.
Weather: "What Really Matters" by Arielle Silver
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak
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Weather: "What Really Matters" by Arielle Silver
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak
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264 - Duet
What's blooming at the Botanic Gardens?
Weather: "Sheila" by Worrystone
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "Sheila" by Worrystone
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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The Best Worst ep 1: Cheers
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263 - Hysteria Land
It's the grand opening of Hysteria Land Theme Park and Succulent Gardens and Resort-Style Property
Weather: "What You Want From Me" by Petrichor, Ltd.
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "What You Want From Me" by Petrichor, Ltd.
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262 - The Man Who Is Not Tall
Concerns over Steve Carlsberg's new job
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
Weather: "The Trundling Path" by No Monster Club
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
Weather: "The Trundling Path" by No Monster Club
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261 - Brought To You By Flakey O's
Flakey O's are back.
Weather: "Call ACab" by Sam Stone
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale...
Weather: "Call ACab" by Sam Stone
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Patreon preview - Broadcasts from the Edge
A preview of our patreon only bonus episode. To hear the whole thing, support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale
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260 - The December Monologues
It is December, and, once again, something is different.
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
259 - Chrysalis
After many centuries, the chrysalis is stirring.
Weather: “Adrift“ by tinfoldOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the...
Weather: “Adrift“ by tinfoldOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the...
258 - Swap Meet
The Sanitation Department hosts the first ever Night Vale Regional Swap Meet.
Weather: “Break the Wheel“ by Alice Knows KarateOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Break the Wheel“ by Alice Knows KarateOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Unlicensed S2 E3: "Minor Chords"
The final of three episodes we'll put on the Night Vale feed. Listen to the rest with a free trial with Audible right now!
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The...
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The...
Unlicensed S2 E2: "Magnetic Fields"
The second of three episodes we'll put on the Night Vale feed. Listen to the rest with a free trial with Audible right now!
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The...
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The...
257 - Traffic
Big changes for the De Tours rideshare app.
Weather: “Meant“ by Final PerigeeOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the...
Weather: “Meant“ by Final PerigeeOriginal episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the...
Unlicensed S2 E1: "We're Listening"
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.
Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles...
Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles...
256 - The Book of Lost Things
Harrison Kip shares a holy text from his religion.
Weather: “This Machine Used to Kill Fascists “ by Walter Etc.
The voice of Harrison Kip is Jeffrey Cranor.
Original episode art by Jessica...
Weather: “This Machine Used to Kill Fascists “ by Walter Etc.
The voice of Harrison Kip is Jeffrey Cranor.
Original episode art by Jessica...
255 - The John Peters Imaginary Corn Maze Experience
Welcome to The John Peters Imaginary Corn Maze Experience.
Weather: “Struggle and Oppression“ by Another Day Done
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi.
Original episode art by Jessica...
Weather: “Struggle and Oppression“ by Another Day Done
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi.
Original episode art by Jessica...
254 - The Triangle
There’s a gang of Cattle Rustlers coming to town to rustle up the cattle.
Weather: “Dark Skies“ by Danny Schmidt
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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UNLICENSED Season 2...
Weather: “Dark Skies“ by Danny Schmidt
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Announcing: Unlicensed Season 2
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.Save it to your Audible library today:...
253 - instructions for folding
These are instructions for folding. Please follow exactly.
Weather: “Clifton“ by Chapter Nineteen
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Weather: “Clifton“ by Chapter Nineteen
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252 - Paid Programming
The following is a paid advertisement.
Weather: “Starlit Aether“ by Virtual QSO
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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The Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming!...
Weather: “Starlit Aether“ by Virtual QSO
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The Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming!...
251 - Detours
There's a brand new way to get where you're going.
Weather: “Homebound and Gagged“ by Snowed In
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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The Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying...
Weather: “Homebound and Gagged“ by Snowed In
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250 - Father Kevin
There is no Night Vale. There is Mother Lauren’s Brood. We are loved.
Weather: “Cutting Teeth“ by Priscilla Snow
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Cutting Teeth“ by Priscilla Snow
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249 - Rifts
Mother Lauren begins a city-wide cleanup.
Weather: “Freak Flip“ by Lafayette The Artist
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Freak Flip“ by Lafayette The Artist
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
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248 - Mother Lauren
Let's stay focused on the good news.
Weather: “The Fallout“ by The Sublets
The voice of Mother Lauren is Lauren Sharpe
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “The Fallout“ by The Sublets
The voice of Mother Lauren is Lauren Sharpe
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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247 - Rerun
Who else remembers Uncle Jasper’s Wasteland?
Weather: “Blue“ by Emily Henry
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Blue“ by Emily Henry
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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246 - A Story about Him
This is a story about him.
Weather: “Easter Island“ by The Violet Hourglass
The voice of Abby is Ashlie Atkinson
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Easter Island“ by The Violet Hourglass
The voice of Abby is Ashlie Atkinson
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245 - Fridge-worthy
Esteban drew a lovely picture.
Weather: “All The Way Down“ by Palimony
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “All The Way Down“ by Palimony
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244 - A Multiplicity of Kevin
There is a standing-off of Kevins.
Weather: “If You Wanna Die“ by Brook Pridemore
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “If You Wanna Die“ by Brook Pridemore
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243 - Lost and Found
Hopefully we can find everything lost, and reunite everything found.
Weather: “Old Radio“ by Robby Hecht
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Old Radio“ by Robby Hecht
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242 - The New Branch
The Night Vale Public Library opens a new branch, and everything should be just fine.
Weather: “Carrying You Until My Feet Turn To Stone“ by Jonah Castelli
Original episode art by Jessica...
Weather: “Carrying You Until My Feet Turn To Stone“ by Jonah Castelli
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241 - He Is Still Holding a Knife
He is, in fact, still holding a knife.
Weather: “Whiskey“ by Rumour Mill
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Whiskey“ by Rumour Mill
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Bonus episode preview - Riddle Guy
Cecil tells some of his favorite riddles. To hear the rest of the episode, and support the show, head on over to https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale
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240 - He Is Holding a Knife
He is holding a knife.
Weather: “Lagoon“ by HELLO TUT TUT
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix
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Weather: “Lagoon“ by HELLO TUT TUT
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NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix
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239 - Sister Cities: Vermillion Falls
Come on down to Vermillion Falls.
Weather: “A Ragged Sayonara“ by The Bipeds
The voice of Vermillion Falls is TD Mischke
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “A Ragged Sayonara“ by The Bipeds
The voice of Vermillion Falls is TD Mischke
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238 - The Big Dig
Archeologist Harrison Kip makes a huge discovery.
Weather: “Interference“ by Elle Chante
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Weather: “Interference“ by Elle Chante
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237 - Frown Night
It’s the scariest night of the year, when we are allowed to turn our smiles upside down.
Weather: “Summer School“ by Erin McKeown
The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Lauren is...
Weather: “Summer School“ by Erin McKeown
The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free.
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236 - Truck Touchers
The last contestant touching the truck wins!
Weather: “Hurricane Party“ by Dessa from her new album Bury The Lede
This episode was written with Calvin Kasulke. Read his incredible novel...
Weather: “Hurricane Party“ by Dessa from her new album Bury The Lede
This episode was written with Calvin Kasulke. Read his incredible novel...
235 - Book Club
A review of Victor Hugo's Les Misérables
Weather: “Halflight“ by Juliana Finch
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Halflight“ by Juliana Finch
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
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Patreon Preview: Behind the Scenes (September 2023)
An excerpt from our most recent patreon Behind the Scenes episode, wherein Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor answer your questions about how we balance horror & humor, what Khoshekh's deal is, and what...
234 - The Boy
This morning we found a boy. He has no name, and no one knows who he is.
Weather: “Runner Up“ by Al Olender
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Weather: “Runner Up“ by Al Olender
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233 - Citizen Spotlight: The Vampire of Lombardi Street
Luca Albescu lives at 831 Lombardi Street, in a dilapidated Victorian mansion at the top of the hill.
Weather: “Exit Stage Left“ by Bears with Eagle Arms
Original episode art by Jessica...
Weather: “Exit Stage Left“ by Bears with Eagle Arms
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232 - A Car Crash on Buellton Avenue
There was a car crash on Buellton Avenue, listeners. A bad one.
Weather: “One Man's Trash“ by 7th Street Big Band
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “One Man's Trash“ by 7th Street Big Band
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231 - The Terminal
Exciting new developments at the Randy Newman Memorial Night Vale Airport
Weather: “Sudden Fall“ by Aleah Hyer
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Weather: “Sudden Fall“ by Aleah Hyer
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Excerpt: The Haunting of Night Vale (Live)
Cecil asks Sheriff Sam about ghosts.
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UNLOCKED Patreon bonus episode: Holiday
Cecil and Carlos take a special trip together…and a certain someone joins them.
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230 - Carlos, Explained
The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain local scientist.
Weather: “Engines“ by Dead Billionaires
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Weather: “Engines“ by Dead Billionaires
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229 - The Accused
Science is illegal now. Good luck.
Weather: “Norman Vember“ by Triston James
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Weather: “Norman Vember“ by Triston James
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228 - Diplomacy
Councilmember Flynn tries a new approach.
Weather: “Rearview“ by Not Jupiter
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Weather: “Rearview“ by Not Jupiter
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227 - A Word with Dr. Jones
Dr. Jones would like a word… in private.
Weather: “When a Heart Breaks Slowly“ by Natasha Remi
The Voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “When a Heart Breaks Slowly“ by Natasha Remi
The Voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney
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226 - Creditors
Payments are long overdue.
Weather: “Crawling Home When the Morning Comes“ by Sweet and Lonely
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Crawling Home When the Morning Comes“ by Sweet and Lonely
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225 - Renegotiations
It's contract renegotiation time at the station.
Weather: “Peculiar Little Town“ by Echoes of Aphelion
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Weather: “Peculiar Little Town“ by Echoes of Aphelion
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224 - Liminal Spaces
Relax and unwind with a liminal spaces compilation.
Weather: “Through the Clouds“ by Checkpoints!
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Through the Clouds“ by Checkpoints!
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223 - Big Rico's Pizza Band
Big Rico's Pizza has a new animatronic animal band.
Weather: “On a Journey“ by Theresa Ambat
This episode was written by Brie Williams
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
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Weather: “On a Journey“ by Theresa Ambat
This episode was written by Brie Williams
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
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222 - Makarov the Magical
Date night… with more scientists than necessary.
Weather: “Be Careful What You Wish For“ by Human Barbie
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Be Careful What You Wish For“ by Human Barbie
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221 - The Glow Cloud, Explained
The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain glowing cloud.
Weather: “Blackeyeblue“ by Shotgun Marmalade
The voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney.
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Weather: “Blackeyeblue“ by Shotgun Marmalade
The voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney.
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220 - A Radio Jupiter Holiday Special
Lonely missives from beyond the beyond.
Weather: “The Witch” by Indra
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Weather: “The Witch” by Indra
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219 - The Traveling Tarot Reader
The traveling man will read your tarot for only $3.
Weather: “Long Way” by Bonfire Realm
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: “Long Way” by Bonfire Realm
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Unlicensed Ep 3 - Big Game
Unlicensed, the new show from Night Vale, has been out for two weeks, and today we are presenting the final free episode that will appear on this feed. After that, you will have to head over to...
Unlicensed Ep 2 - Lost Boy Found
Unlicensed, the new show by me, Joseph, and my Night Vale co-creator Jeffrey Cranor has been out for a week. Thank you to everyone who listened.
We are presenting today the second episode “Lost Boy...
We are presenting today the second episode “Lost Boy...
218 - The Sitter Cancelled
Citizens rise up against the University of What It Is
Weather: “Rotten“ by Missouri Surf Club
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Weather: “Rotten“ by Missouri Surf Club
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Unlicensed Ep 1 - The Detective of Citrus Ave
Today we are proud to present the first fiction podcast created by me, Joseph Fink, and my Night Vale co-creator Jeffrey Cranor since Welcome to Night Vale. It is called Unlicensed and we are about to...
217 - Salmon Burger
Moving offices really works up an appetite
Weather: "Find Out" by AGBAT
The voice of Joseph Fink is Joseph Fink
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner
Original episode art by Jessica...
Weather: "Find Out" by AGBAT
The voice of Joseph Fink is Joseph Fink
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner
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From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale: Unlicensed
From Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, creators of the genre defining fiction podcast Welcome to Night Vale, comes the new LA noire Unlicensed, starring Molly Quinn, Lusia Strus, and T.L...
216 - The Ball Is Where the Win Is
Locker room pep talks from Coach Steve.
Halftime Show: "Estrange Us" by Joseph Herbst Sextet
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Halftime Show: "Estrange Us" by Joseph Herbst Sextet
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin
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215 - Sarah Sultan, Explained
The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain community college dean.
Weather: "Gone" by Dymer
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "Gone" by Dymer
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214 - The Comet's Tail
We're passing through the comet's tail. Only good things can happen.
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi
Weather: "I Could Feel You" by Evelyn Frances
Original episode art by Jessica...
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi
Weather: "I Could Feel You" by Evelyn Frances
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213 - Murals
The City Council approves a controversial public art project.
Weather: "Departure" by M. Masaki
Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth
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Weather: "Departure" by M. Masaki
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212 - The Campus
A new campus is being built in Night Vale.
The voice of Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Simple Things” by hotplug
Original episode art by Jessica...
The voice of Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Simple Things” by hotplug
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211 - Howl
Barks Ennui, cartoon spokesdog for the Sheriff's Secret Police, has been committed.
This episode was written with Brie Williams.
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner.
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This episode was written with Brie Williams.
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner.
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210 - Ten Years Later
It has been ten years since the first episode. Ten years since the arrival of Night Vale's most beautiful person: Carlos.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Ten Years Later” by Joseph...
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Ten Years Later” by Joseph...
209 - The Black Coat
The Distant Prince wears a golden coat and has always existed.
Weather: “Ultimatum” by Elle PF https://ellepfmusic.bandcamp.com/
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Weather: “Ultimatum” by Elle PF https://ellepfmusic.bandcamp.com/
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208 - Cecil in The Big City
A vacation to The Big City. Plus, listener questions, breaking financial news, and an emergency press conference.
Weather: “Black Car” by Penfriend https://penfriend.rocks/blackcar
Transcript...
Weather: “Black Car” by Penfriend https://penfriend.rocks/blackcar
Transcript...
207 - LOST: CAT
Lost: cat. Last seen hovering 4 feet off the ground in the radio station bathroom. Reward if found.
Weather: “Stockpiled Guns & TV Dinners” by Mal Blum https://www.malblum.com/
Transcript...
Weather: “Stockpiled Guns & TV Dinners” by Mal Blum https://www.malblum.com/
Transcript...
206 - The Great Librarian of the Western Sands
A librarian is loose… beyond the sandwastes.
Weather: “Hell is Other People” by BANGZZ https://bangzz.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Hell is Other People” by BANGZZ https://bangzz.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders
Transcript available at...
205 - The Moon Is Gone
What happened to the moon? Who cares.
Weather: “Us in the Woods” by Birds of Fae https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH1H79IWliY
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Us in the Woods” by Birds of Fae https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH1H79IWliY
Transcript available at...
204 - Audition
Auditions are open for "Our Town"
Weather: “Yes This Song Is About You and No, I'm Still Not Over It” by Friends For Sale https://friendsforsale.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Yes This Song Is About You and No, I'm Still Not Over It” by Friends For Sale https://friendsforsale.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
203 - The Kareem Nazari Show
You're listening to WMCG 1080am in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
“My Love” by Scarlet Sails https://scarletsails.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Kareem is Adal Rifai.
The voice of Doug is John Patrick...
“My Love” by Scarlet Sails https://scarletsails.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Kareem is Adal Rifai.
The voice of Doug is John Patrick...
202 - The Day After the Day
Unfortunately, Valentine's Day has happened again.
Weather: “I Went Swimming to the Middle of the Sea” by Raising Cain https://raising-cain.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “I Went Swimming to the Middle of the Sea” by Raising Cain https://raising-cain.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
201 - The Delivery Man
All people deserve prompt delivery. And all people eventually get what they deserve.
Weather: “Goodnight Dandelion” by Space Cowboy Newt https://spacecowboynewt.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available...
Weather: “Goodnight Dandelion” by Space Cowboy Newt https://spacecowboynewt.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available...
200 - Susan Willman Comes Clean
Susan Willman has something to say.
Weather: “No Ordinary Wave” by Le Plaisir https://www.leplaisirband.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
2022 EUROPE / UK...
Weather: “No Ordinary Wave” by Le Plaisir https://www.leplaisirband.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
2022 EUROPE / UK...
199 - Guidelines for Retrieval
The Sanitation Department will now allow citizens to retrieve something they once disposed of but now wish maybe they hadn’t been so hasty.
Weather: “A Lonely Impulse of Delight” by Twin Beds...
Weather: “A Lonely Impulse of Delight” by Twin Beds...
198 - Them Woods Are a Maze
There’s a secret art showing in the Whispering Forest.
Weather: “Dream” by Nata https://soundcloud.com/natadov
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
New novel from...
Weather: “Dream” by Nata https://soundcloud.com/natadov
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
New novel from...
You Feel It Just Below the Ribs (audiobook excerpt)
Here’s an excerpt from the new novel by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson: You Feel It Just Below the Ribs. (coming November 16, wherever you get your books).
More info (and for places to order):...
More info (and for places to order):...
197 - The Life of Frank Chen
He only ever had the one.
Weather: “Blacksnake” by Charming Disaster https://charmingdisaster.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Patreon is how we...
Weather: “Blacksnake” by Charming Disaster https://charmingdisaster.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Patreon is how we...
196 - Silas the Thief, Part 2
The prisoner tries to reform. (Part 2 of 2)
The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson.
Weather: “Go Along / Get Along” by Erin McKeown https://www.erinmckeown.com/
Transcript available at...
The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson.
Weather: “Go Along / Get Along” by Erin McKeown https://www.erinmckeown.com/
Transcript available at...
195 - Silas the Thief, Part 1
The prisoner reveals his secrets. (Part 1 of 2)
The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson.
Weather: “Drink from the Well” by Stöj Snak http://stojsnak.bandcamp.com
Transcript available at...
The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson.
Weather: “Drink from the Well” by Stöj Snak http://stojsnak.bandcamp.com
Transcript available at...
194 - The Nearly Infinite Lives of Frank Chen
Frank Chen is here. Frank Chen is here. Frank Chen is here...
Weather: “Dressful of Dreams” by The Bipeds http://www.thebipedsdance.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Dressful of Dreams” by The Bipeds http://www.thebipedsdance.com/
Transcript available at...
193 - Team Having Fun
We’re not here to tell you what you’re doing wrong. We’re here to tell you what you could be doing right.
Weather: “All This Time” by Ellis https://ellissongs.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “All This Time” by Ellis https://ellissongs.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
192 - It Doesn't Hold Up
Sometimes our favorite old films don’t stand the test of time.
Weather: “Pocket Scheme“ by Brook Pridemore, https://brookpridemore.bandcamp.com
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Pocket Scheme“ by Brook Pridemore, https://brookpridemore.bandcamp.com
Transcript available at...
191 - The Many, Many Lives of Frank Chen
Frank Chen has been found alive and returned to his family exactly as he was the day he died.
Weather: “Zoology“ by Funkrust Brass Band, http://funkrust.com
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Zoology“ by Funkrust Brass Band, http://funkrust.com
Transcript available at...
Excerpt - The Halloween Moon by Joseph Fink
From New York Times bestselling author Joseph Fink (and creator of Welcome to Night Vale and Alice Isn’t Dead) comes a wickedly fun middle grade novel about a Halloween-obsessed girl named Esther...
105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House (R)
Here's what happened at the Smithwick house.
Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com
2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of...
Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com
2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of...
101 - Guidelines for Disposal (R)
Mandatory Annual Spring Cleaning Day is coming. Here are the guidelines for the new municipal landfill facility. (This episode originally posted Feb 1, 2017)
This episode was co-written with Brie...
This episode was co-written with Brie...
190 - Listeners
They know. They all know.
Featured podcasts in order of appearance: Criminal / The Sporkful / You Must Remember This / Oh No Ross & Carrie / TED Radio Hour / Comedy Bang! Bang! / My Brother, My...
Featured podcasts in order of appearance: Criminal / The Sporkful / You Must Remember This / Oh No Ross & Carrie / TED Radio Hour / Comedy Bang! Bang! / My Brother, My...
189 - Megan Wallaby Is Missing
Megan Wallaby is missing.
This episode was written by Brie Williams.
Weather: “Asenweg 16“ by Laura Theis, https://badasssnowwhite.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The...
This episode was written by Brie Williams.
Weather: “Asenweg 16“ by Laura Theis, https://badasssnowwhite.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The...
188 - Listener Questions
Let’s go behind the scenes and answer some questions from listeners.
Weather: “Hey“ by Standpoint feat. Lady Daisy River, https://soundcloud.com/standpoint-1
The voice of Lucy in Claremont was...
Weather: “Hey“ by Standpoint feat. Lady Daisy River, https://soundcloud.com/standpoint-1
The voice of Lucy in Claremont was...
The First Ten Years, Year 5: 2014
A sometimes hilarious, occasionally heartbreaking, and always entertaining joint memoir by Joseph Fink, cocreator of Welcome to Night Vale, and his wife, writer and performer Meg Bashwiner,...
187 - Citizen Spotlight: The Spire
Between meters 183 and 207 of the Brown Stone Spire, artist Saad Ibrahim chisels ancient verses in long-forgotten alphabets.
Weather: “Eurydice“ by HEATHERS,...
Weather: “Eurydice“ by HEATHERS,...
The First Ten Years, Year 1: 2009
A sometimes hilarious, occasionally heartbreaking, and always entertaining joint memoir by Joseph Fink, cocreator of Welcome to Night Vale, and his wife, writer and performer Meg Bashwiner,...
186 - The Many Lives of Frank Chen
Weather:
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Pre-order personalized, signed copies of The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph...
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Pre-order personalized, signed copies of The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph...
185 - Fair
The librarians have escaped during the first annual Book Fair.
Weather: “I Will” by Emischramm https://emischramm.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders.
Transcript...
Weather: “I Will” by Emischramm https://emischramm.bandcamp.com/
The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders.
Transcript...
184 - The Fog
A dense fog seeps through town.
Weather: “Hall of Fame” by Mission from Dog http://missionfromdog.com/
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner.
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Hall of Fame” by Mission from Dog http://missionfromdog.com/
The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner.
Transcript available at...
183 - The Nephilim
Hurrah, hurrah, the Nephilim approach.
Weather: “Witchcraft” by Graveyard Club http://graveyardclub.com
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Pre-order personalized,...
Weather: “Witchcraft” by Graveyard Club http://graveyardclub.com
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Pre-order personalized,...
182 - It Sticks With You
A memorable trip into the woods
Weather: “We Perform a Service Here” by Joseph Fink, https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Patreon is...
Weather: “We Perform a Service Here” by Joseph Fink, https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts
Patreon is...
181 - C****s
Legalize c****s!
Weather: “Whatever Happened to Jim Crow“ by Black Guy Fawkes https://blackguyfawkesmusic.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Whatever Happened to Jim Crow“ by Black Guy Fawkes https://blackguyfawkesmusic.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story
Joseph and Meg are here to tell you about their new memoir that they co-wrote called The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story. It’s a memoir about being two kids in love, and then...
180 - U-View
The Mahalla Family would like their VHS copy of Heat back.
Weather: “Prodigal“ by David Wirsig https://davidwirsig.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Prodigal“ by David Wirsig https://davidwirsig.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
179 - First Snow
The first snow (ever) is falling in Night Vale.
Weather: “Modern Fear“ by Marble Season https://marbleseason.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
Weather: “Modern Fear“ by Marble Season https://marbleseason.bandcamp.com/
Transcript available at...
178 - Rattlesnake Rest
Rattlesnake Rest cemetery is full, and you know what that means.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Hands Like Helios“ by Crystal Eyes...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Hands Like Helios“ by Crystal Eyes...
177 - Bloody Laws, Bloody Claws: The Murder of Frank Chen
The final episode of the true crime podcast “Bloody Laws, Bloody Claws: The Murder of Frank Chen”
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan...
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan...
176 - The Autumn Specter
It's the perfect time of year for getting candy, telling spooky stories, and fearing a soul-reaping, malevolent spirit.
Weather: “Welterweight” by Nels Andrews....
Weather: “Welterweight” by Nels Andrews....
175 - The October Monologues
It is October, and, once again, something is different.
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
174 - Radio Jupiter
There appears to be some interference in our transmission. Please standby.
Weather: “The Faded Red and Blue” by David Berkeley http://davidberkeley.com/
Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on September...
Weather: “The Faded Red and Blue” by David Berkeley http://davidberkeley.com/
Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on September...
173 - The Hundred Year Play
After a century of continuous performance, the Hundred Year Play is nearing its final scene.
Weather: “Shallow Eyes” by Brad Bensko https://www.bradbenskomusic.com/
Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on...
Weather: “Shallow Eyes” by Brad Bensko https://www.bradbenskomusic.com/
Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on...
172 - Return of the Obelisk
The obelisk is back, and it will answer one question, and one question only.
Weather: “Pros and Cons” by Sugar & the Mint https://www.sugarandthemint.com/
Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20:...
Weather: “Pros and Cons” by Sugar & the Mint https://www.sugarandthemint.com/
Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20:...
171 - Go to the Mirror?
Have you ever looked at yourself? Truly looked at yourself?
Weather: “Flower Lane” by Funbearable https://funbearable.bandcamp.com/
Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20:...
Weather: “Flower Lane” by Funbearable https://funbearable.bandcamp.com/
Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20:...
Announcement: CONDOS Livestream on July 9
A Welcome to Night Vale live performance of our 2013 hit show CONDOS… Thursday July 9 at 8pm ET
Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $5. https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/
The show...
Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $5. https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/
The show...
170 - To the Family and Friends
To the family and friends of Intern Victor, we extend our condolences
Weather: “A List for Spring” by Joseph Fink https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/
Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to...
Weather: “A List for Spring” by Joseph Fink https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/
Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to...
169 - The Whittler
An old man sits on the steps of the old General Store whistling a lonesome tune.
Weather: “Embroidery Stars” by Carrie Elkin http://carrieelkin.com/
Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to...
Weather: “Embroidery Stars” by Carrie Elkin http://carrieelkin.com/
Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to...
168 - Secret Blotter
For the first time ever, the Sheriff's Secret Police has made their blotter public.
Guest writer: Brie Williams
Weather: “Best Friends” by Curtains:
https://curtains.bandcamp.com/
If you can,...
Guest writer: Brie Williams
Weather: “Best Friends” by Curtains:
https://curtains.bandcamp.com/
If you can,...
167 - Echo
The pilot has arrived, and so have his passengers. (Part 5 of 5)
Weather: “The Stolen Century” by Ellen Beizer:
http://ellenclairebeizer.com/
If you can, please support our...
Weather: “The Stolen Century” by Ellen Beizer:
http://ellenclairebeizer.com/
If you can, please support our...
166 - Delta
The passengers have been found, or rather, they have found us. (Part 4 of 5)
Weather: “A Prayer for the Sane” by Danny Schmidt
http://dannyschmidt.com
Rescheduled tour dates for...
Weather: “A Prayer for the Sane” by Danny Schmidt
http://dannyschmidt.com
Rescheduled tour dates for...
165 - Charlie
Nothing about Charles Rainier's average New England upbringing indicated he would one day be standing in the middle of a desert searching for fugitives from his own Asylum. (Part 3 of 5)
Weather:...
Weather:...
Bonus: Excerpt 2 from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"
An excerpt (read by Mara Wilson) of Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor's new novel The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home.
Out today… wherever you get books, or order from some fantastic...
Out today… wherever you get books, or order from some fantastic...
News about books and tours, and "Our Plague Year"
Joseph has a few things to chat about with you, and then we present the first episode of our new show, Our Plague Year.
Introducing a new kind of current events podcast. An island in a storm of bad...
Introducing a new kind of current events podcast. An island in a storm of bad...
164 - The Faceless Old Woman (Live)
A brief intermission of our 5-part series about the missing flight, we bring you a brand new story from The Faceless Old Woman. Live in LA at Largo.
Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who...
Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who...
163 - Bravo
A new play premieres at the Night Vale Asylum. (Part 2 of 5)
Weather: “One One Thousand” by Raina Rose
rainarose.com
Our 2020 World Tour kicks off in just a few days! Join us across North America...
Weather: “One One Thousand” by Raina Rose
rainarose.com
Our 2020 World Tour kicks off in just a few days! Join us across North America...
162 - Alpha
Amelia Anna Alfaro was always the best at everything. (Part 1 of 5)
Weather: “Skinchanger” by Skeptic
skepticdeath.bandcamp.com
Just announced: our 13-city book tour for The Faceless Old Woman Who...
Weather: “Skinchanger” by Skeptic
skepticdeath.bandcamp.com
Just announced: our 13-city book tour for The Faceless Old Woman Who...
Bonus: Excerpt from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"
An excerpt (read by Mara Wilson) of Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor's new novel The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home.
Coming March 24.
Pre-order now at...
Coming March 24.
Pre-order now at...
A Spy in the Desert, Excerpt 2
A second excerpt from A Spy in the Desert, now available on Bandcamp and iTunes!
For the very first time, you can hear Cecil Palmer’s secret! This monologue was only performed to one person at every...
For the very first time, you can hear Cecil Palmer’s secret! This monologue was only performed to one person at every...
161 - The Space Race
It's the annual Children's Fun Fact Science Presentation. Everything in this episode is true and educational.
Weather: “Have a Smoke” by Head Portals
https://headportals.bandcamp.com/
We just...
Weather: “Have a Smoke” by Head Portals
https://headportals.bandcamp.com/
We just...
A Spy in the Desert – Out today!
An excerpt from A Spy in the Desert, now available on Bandcamp and iTunes! This release includes over an hour of brand new material which has never been heard on the podcast. Even if you saw A Spy in...
A Big Special New Year's Day Announcement
A big announcement about our 2020 World Tour from Cecil Baldwin!
Get your tickets today: http://welcometonightvale.com/live/
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Get your tickets today: http://welcometonightvale.com/live/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
160 - The Weather
And now... the weather.
Sports: “Suspension of Disbelief” by Victory Soul Orchestra
https://victorysoulorchestra.com
It’s not too late to get holiday gifts from our store, but soon it will be....
Sports: “Suspension of Disbelief” by Victory Soul Orchestra
https://victorysoulorchestra.com
It’s not too late to get holiday gifts from our store, but soon it will be....
159 - Cat Show
It’s time for the annual Cat Show.
Weather: “Fuzzy Disco” by Talkie
https://talkie.bandcamp.com
Mara Wilson is reprising her role as the Faceless Old Woman for the audiobook version of our...
Weather: “Fuzzy Disco” by Talkie
https://talkie.bandcamp.com
Mara Wilson is reprising her role as the Faceless Old Woman for the audiobook version of our...
158 - The Battle for Time
There may have been a few consequences from our attempt to live forever. Oops.
The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill.
Weather: “Sugar Neighbors” by Dane Terry
https://www.thedaneterry.com
Just...
The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill.
Weather: “Sugar Neighbors” by Dane Terry
https://www.thedaneterry.com
Just...
157 - The Promise of Time
We're all going to live forever and there are no downsides or hidden consequences.
The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill.
Weather: “Good Intentions, Bad Advice” by Nicky...
The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill.
Weather: “Good Intentions, Bad Advice” by Nicky...
156 - The Trouble with Time
Everyone in town is scared of aging now that time works normally. But one newcomer claims to have the answer.
Weather: “Revolution Lover” by Left At London
http://leftatlondon.com
Become a Night...
Weather: “Revolution Lover” by Left At London
http://leftatlondon.com
Become a Night...
155 - The Heist, Part 3
More arrests are made in the bank robbery investigation.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
Weather: “Good Luck with That” by Fathom All the...
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
Weather: “Good Luck with That” by Fathom All the...
154 - The Heist, Part 2
A new twist in the bank robbery case.
Weather: “Only One Star” by Ann
https://soundcloud.com/carlitta-ann
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
The latest Night Vale novel, The Faceless...
Weather: “Only One Star” by Ann
https://soundcloud.com/carlitta-ann
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
The latest Night Vale novel, The Faceless...
153 - The Heist, Part 1
There's a bank robbery at the Last Bank of Night Vale.
Weather: “My Friend” by Dominique Chantel Worthing with Barrett Ward
https://soundcloud.com/dominique-worthing
Our fall tour of A SPY IN THE...
Weather: “My Friend” by Dominique Chantel Worthing with Barrett Ward
https://soundcloud.com/dominique-worthing
Our fall tour of A SPY IN THE...
152 - The Great Golden Hand
It approaches. Hurrah! Hurrah!
Weather: “Drones” by Epicenter
https://epicentermetal.bandcamp.com
Come see the first ever Start With This live show in Boston on October 20th! Join Joseph Fink and...
Weather: “Drones” by Epicenter
https://epicentermetal.bandcamp.com
Come see the first ever Start With This live show in Boston on October 20th! Join Joseph Fink and...
151 - The Waterfall
Josh Crayton finds that he has lost a very important ability.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Always Right” by Anne Reburn
http://youtube.com/AnneReburn
New “Weird is...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Always Right” by Anne Reburn
http://youtube.com/AnneReburn
New “Weird is...
150 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin
Lee Marvin turns 30 one last time, and a great change comes to Night Vale.
The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. The voice of Steve was Hal Lublin. The voice of...
The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. The voice of Steve was Hal Lublin. The voice of...
149 - The General
The General returns home from the Blood Space War.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Sad But Not Depressed” from the podcast It Makes a...
The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron.
Weather: “Sad But Not Depressed” from the podcast It Makes a...
148 - The Broadcaster
There is peace in our time.
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak.
Weather: “Subspace” by RAQIA
https://raqia.bandcamp.com and https://www.instagram.com/raqiaband/
We’re taking A Spy in...
The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak.
Weather: “Subspace” by RAQIA
https://raqia.bandcamp.com and https://www.instagram.com/raqiaband/
We’re taking A Spy in...
147 - The Protester
The Blood Space War is not without its detractors.
The voice of Basimah was Aliee Chan.
Weather: “Shake” by Wednesday’s Wolves
https://www.wednesdayswolves.com
Become a $10+ member of the Night...
The voice of Basimah was Aliee Chan.
Weather: “Shake” by Wednesday’s Wolves
https://www.wednesdayswolves.com
Become a $10+ member of the Night...
146 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin
Hold on, haven't we been here before?
The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson.
Weather: “Sicilian Crest” by the Mountain...
The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson.
Weather: “Sicilian Crest” by the Mountain...
145 - The Veterans
Some veterans return home from the Blood Space War, and enemies have followed.
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi.
Weather: “No Good Day” by Windows to...
The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi.
Weather: “No Good Day” by Windows to...
Start With This: Idea to Execution
A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents, and the first podcast Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor have made together since Welcome to Night Vale: Start With This, a podcast gone creativity playground...
144 - The Dreamer
No one knows how the Blood Space War began, who is fighting in it, or what for, so let's start with the story of Eunomia, a 19th century farm girl.
Weather: “The Only Thing” by Ali...
Weather: “The Only Thing” by Ali...
143 - Pioneer Days
Pioneer Days are upon us again.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Vines” by Super Boink
https://superboink.bandcamp.com/
On April 27, the Faceless Old Woman gets a show...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Vines” by Super Boink
https://superboink.bandcamp.com/
On April 27, the Faceless Old Woman gets a show...
142 - UFO Sighting Reports
We start today, as we often do, with the latest UFO sighting reports in the community.
Weather: "Color TV” by Answering Machine
https://answeringmachine.bandcamp.com
Our tour of A Spy in the...
Weather: "Color TV” by Answering Machine
https://answeringmachine.bandcamp.com
Our tour of A Spy in the...
141 - Save Dark Owl Records
Dark Owl Records hosts a fundraiser to save their store.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen was Kate Jones. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen was Kate Jones. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice...
140 - A Blood Stone Carol
A ghost story with no moral. Three spirits that will teach you nothing.
Weather: “Draggin' Me Down” by Travis Love Benson featuring Yo! The Moon
travislovebenson.com
It’s not too late to get...
Weather: “Draggin' Me Down” by Travis Love Benson featuring Yo! The Moon
travislovebenson.com
It’s not too late to get...
139 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin
Night Vale's most local and legendary local legend celebrates his 30th birthday.
The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson.
Weather: “Impasse” by Juliana Finch
https://music.julianafinch.com
Dane...
The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson.
Weather: “Impasse” by Juliana Finch
https://music.julianafinch.com
Dane...
138 - Harvest Time
It is a time of reaping, sowing, and rebirth.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Friend or Foe” by Low Power
https://soundcloud.com/lowpowermusic
Podcon 2 is coming back...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Friend or Foe” by Low Power
https://soundcloud.com/lowpowermusic
Podcon 2 is coming back...
137 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 3
The mayor has a message for Desert Bluffs.
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe.
Weather: “Hymn #101” by Joe Pug
http://joepugmusic.com
Need a gift for...
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe.
Weather: “Hymn #101” by Joe Pug
http://joepugmusic.com
Need a gift for...
A message from Joseph Fink
Joseph Fink, co-writer of Welcome to Night Vale, here with a special message about his new novel, Alice Isn’t Dead, a retelling and reimagining of the story from the podcast of the same name.
The...
The...
Dreamboy, Episode One: Goodnight, Esmerelda
A brand new fiction podcast from Night Vale Presents: Dreamboy. Dane, a spun-out musician spending the winter in Cleveland, Ohio, has two main goals: keeping his job at the Pepper Heights Zoo and...
136 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 2
Not everything goes as planned.
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
Weather: “She Left Without A Goodbye.” by Cerah
https://soundcloud.com/cerahmusic
Listen to our sixth bonus episode,...
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
Weather: “She Left Without A Goodbye.” by Cerah
https://soundcloud.com/cerahmusic
Listen to our sixth bonus episode,...
Adventures in New America: Episode One, The End
A brand new fiction podcast from Night Vale Presents: ADVENTURES IN NEW AMERICA, the first sci-fi, political satire, Afrofuturistic buddy comedy, serialized for New Americans in a new and desperate...
135 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 1
A broadcast from an even friendlier desert community.
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
Weather: “Living On Light” by Silo’s Choice
https://siloschoice.bandcamp.com
Our new live show, A Spy...
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
Weather: “Living On Light” by Silo’s Choice
https://siloschoice.bandcamp.com
Our new live show, A Spy...
134 - Fall Football Preview
A look at all the great kids, ghosts, and trees playing in our upcoming season.
Weather: "Raising Helvetica" by Sims x Air Credits x ICETEP
sims.bandcamp.com
Our 2018 / 2019 World Tour kicks off...
Weather: "Raising Helvetica" by Sims x Air Credits x ICETEP
sims.bandcamp.com
Our 2018 / 2019 World Tour kicks off...
133 - Are You Sure?
Is this the first time you’ve heard me say this? Are you sure?
Weather from Caged Animals' new album Escape Artist:
https://cagedanimals.bandcamp.com
Don’t miss our 2018 / 2019 World Tour, coming...
Weather from Caged Animals' new album Escape Artist:
https://cagedanimals.bandcamp.com
Don’t miss our 2018 / 2019 World Tour, coming...
Bonus - Excerpt from All Hail
An excerpt from our latest live show recording, All Hail, featuring Hal Lublin as Steve Carlsberg. Get the full recording on Bandcamp and iTunes.
Get four exclusive bonus tracks from All Hail –...
Get four exclusive bonus tracks from All Hail –...
132 - Bedtime Story
There once was a boy who wanted to know everything.
Weather: “Bad Friend” by Cheese On Bread
http://cheeseonbread.com/
ALL HAIL recording available now on iTunes and Bandcamp! Over an hour of...
Weather: “Bad Friend” by Cheese On Bread
http://cheeseonbread.com/
ALL HAIL recording available now on iTunes and Bandcamp! Over an hour of...
131 - Brought To You By Kellogg's
This episode, and also your life, and every life on this and every world, and this entire universe, brought to you by Kellogg's.
Weather: “Standard Deviation” by Danny...
Weather: “Standard Deviation” by Danny...
The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 4
Welcome to the fourth and final week of the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, hear previews of two upcoming Night Vale...
The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 3
This is the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, we’re listening to special episodes of Alice Isn’t Dead and Sleep With...
The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 2
This is the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, we hear from two of our newest fiction shows, Pounded In The Butt By My Own...
The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 1
Welcome to the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week: a look at two of our non-fiction shows, I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats...
130 - A Story About Us
This is a story about us, said the man on the radio, and we were pleased, because we always wanted to hear about ourselves on the radio.
Weather: “Space and Time” by Joseph...
Weather: “Space and Time” by Joseph...
Good Morning Night Vale: Good Morning Pilot
A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents: Good Morning Night Vale, the official Welcome to Night Vale recap show, hosted by cast members Meg Bashwiner, Symphony Sanders, and Hal Lublin. Each week,...
129 - A Matter of Blood Part 3
The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal comes to a close.
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “Mariposas” by Yva Las...
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “Mariposas” by Yva Las...
128 - A Matter of Blood Part 2
The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal takes a turn.
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “Lemonade in the Shade” by Jeff Scroggins &...
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “Lemonade in the Shade” by Jeff Scroggins &...
127 – A Matter of Blood Part 1
The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal begins.
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “J'Accuse” by Mucca Pazza.
http://www.muccapazza.com
Night Vale Presents Birthday Party,...
The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole.
Weather: “J'Accuse” by Mucca Pazza.
http://www.muccapazza.com
Night Vale Presents Birthday Party,...
126 – A Door Ajar Part 3
There's been an entire ocean in Old Town Night Vale.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Clockwork Family” by Dan Warren.
soundcloud.com/danwarren
Night Vale Presents...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Clockwork Family” by Dan Warren.
soundcloud.com/danwarren
Night Vale Presents...
125 – A Door Ajar Part 2
There's been a shipwreck in the desert.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Source Decay” by Holy Sons.
https://www.holysons.com
FINAL US & CANADA TOUR DATES of "All Hail"...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Source Decay” by Holy Sons.
https://www.holysons.com
FINAL US & CANADA TOUR DATES of "All Hail"...
124 – A Door Ajar Part 1
There's been a drowning at the Pancake House.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Lake Full of Regrets” by Devine Carama featuring River Greene and Devin Roberts from the...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: “Lake Full of Regrets” by Devine Carama featuring River Greene and Devin Roberts from the...
Pounded in the Butt by My Own Podcast: Pounded in the Butt by My Own Butt, read by Cecil Baldwin
A new podcast from Night Vale Presents, and first in a series of Night Vale After Dark shows. Cecil Baldwin, the voice of Welcome to Night Vale, performs the classic tingler “Pounded in the Butt by My...
123 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 3: "Frances"
A story of love and horror. Part 3 of 3.
Weather: “Pieces and Pieces” by The Rough and Tumble
http://theroughandtumble.com
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr...
Weather: “Pieces and Pieces” by The Rough and Tumble
http://theroughandtumble.com
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr...
I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 10, Jeff Davis County Blues
We’re checking back in with our most recent episode of I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats to share with you what the show has become. Thanks for listening!
“Jeff Davis County Blues” is a song with a...
“Jeff Davis County Blues” is a song with a...
122 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 2: "Spire"
A story of love and horror. Part 2 of 3.
Weather: “Fire Drills” by Dessa
http://doomtree.net/
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018).
http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live...
Weather: “Fire Drills” by Dessa
http://doomtree.net/
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018).
http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live...
121 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 1: "Barks"
A story of love and horror. Part 1 of 3.
Weather: "Riches and Wonders" by Eliza Rickman & Jherek Bischoff
http://elizarickman.com/ & http://jherekbischoff.com
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail"...
Weather: "Riches and Wonders" by Eliza Rickman & Jherek Bischoff
http://elizarickman.com/ & http://jherekbischoff.com
ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail"...
120 - All Smiles' Eve
A happy celebration of a happy holiday story from a desert otherworld.
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe.
Weather: "Fast Talker" by aj & the good...
The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe.
Weather: "Fast Talker" by aj & the good...
119 - eGemony, Part 3: "Love, Among Other Things, Is All You Need"
Part 3 of 3: You need love. You may also need other things.
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning.
Weather: "Turn Into It" by Jamey...
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning.
Weather: "Turn Into It" by Jamey...
118 - eGemony, Part 2: "The Cavelands"
Part 2 of 3: A venture into the underground home of the baristas.
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
Weather: "Glitter" by Charly Bliss charlybliss.com
Music: Disparition,...
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
Weather: "Glitter" by Charly Bliss charlybliss.com
Music: Disparition,...
117 - eGemony, Part 1: "Canadian Club"
Part 1 of 3: A case of Canadian Club has been hidden in Night Vale.
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning.
The voice of Missy Wilks was...
This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold.
The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning.
The voice of Missy Wilks was...
116 - Council Member Flynn, Part 3
A pep rally at the Night Vale Armory. (Part 3 of 3)
Weather: "Animal Skin" by Bryan Dunn bryandunn.bandcamp.com/
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Animal Skin" by Bryan Dunn bryandunn.bandcamp.com/
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
115 - Council Member Flynn, Part 2
Councilwoman Flynn takes charge with help from Citizen Patrols. (Part 2 of 3)
Weather: "TMI" by Josey joseyofficial.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "TMI" by Josey joseyofficial.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
It Makes A Sound: Episode 1, Are You Listening?
A new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts.
A cassette tape from 1992 has been found in the attic…
A Night Vale Presents production. Created and written...
A cassette tape from 1992 has been found in the attic…
A Night Vale Presents production. Created and written...
I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 1, The Best Ever Death Metal Band in Denton
A new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts.
John Darnielle and Joseph Fink discuss the role in their lives of art, faith, and satan with John Green, author...
John Darnielle and Joseph Fink discuss the role in their lives of art, faith, and satan with John Green, author...
114 - Council Member Flynn, Part 1
The City Council deals with a crime spree in their own City Council way. (Part 1 of 3)
Weather: "Song For Myself" by Bears with Eagle Arms bearswitheaglearms.com
Music: Disparition,...
Weather: "Song For Myself" by Bears with Eagle Arms bearswitheaglearms.com
Music: Disparition,...
113 - Niecelet
There's a new member of the family.
This episode was co-written with Dessa. (@dessadarling)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
This episode was co-written with Dessa. (@dessadarling)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
112 - Citizen Spotlight
Let's profile a randomly selected citizen.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: "Try Try Try" by Rachael Sage rachaelsage.com.
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo:...
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: "Try Try Try" by Rachael Sage rachaelsage.com.
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo:...
111 - Summer 2017, Night Vale, USA
Everything is the same. Everything is different.
Weather: "Andromeda" by Airospace soundcloud.com/spairoace or on Spotify
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Andromeda" by Airospace soundcloud.com/spairoace or on Spotify
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Conversations with People Who Hate Me: Episode 1, You're a Piece of Sh*t
A new podcast from Night Vale Presents.
Dylan Marron makes popular social justice videos on the internet, so he gets a lot of hate messages. In the first episode of this podcast, he speaks with...
Dylan Marron makes popular social justice videos on the internet, so he gets a lot of hate messages. In the first episode of this podcast, he speaks with...
Bonus - An excerpt from the next Night Vale novel!
An excerpt from the audiobook of the second Welcome to Night Vale novel, IT DEVOURS!, narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Coming Oct 17, 2017.
IT DEVOURS! is available now for presale (signed first editions...
IT DEVOURS! is available now for presale (signed first editions...
New Podcast Teaser: CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE WHO HATE ME
A brand new podcast from Dylan Marron (the voice of Carlos the Scientist) and Night Vale Presents: Conversations with People Who Hate Me.
Conversations with People Who Hate Me takes hateful...
Conversations with People Who Hate Me takes hateful...
Bonus - The Tragic Story of Louie Blasko
Jason Webley as Louie Blasko in "Ghost Stories," now available on iTunes and Bandcamp.
Announcements of Summer and Fall US Tours, plus Autumn Europe Tour. welcometonightvale.com, click on live...
Announcements of Summer and Fall US Tours, plus Autumn Europe Tour. welcometonightvale.com, click on live...
110 - Matryoshka
There are glowing arrows in the sky.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
Weather: "Everyone I Know Will Die" by Four Eyes https://foureyesathens.bandcamp.com/
Music: Disparition,...
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.
Weather: "Everyone I Know Will Die" by Four Eyes https://foureyesathens.bandcamp.com/
Music: Disparition,...
109 - A Story About Huntokar
This is a story about Huntokar.
The voice of Huntokar is Tina Parker.
Weather: "Full Metal Black" by The Royal They theroyalthey.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob...
The voice of Huntokar is Tina Parker.
Weather: "Full Metal Black" by The Royal They theroyalthey.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob...
Bonus - PodCon and the 2nd Imaginary Symphony
A brand new podcast convention, by and for fans of podcasting. PodCon.com
And don't miss the Orbiting Human Circus's between season, self-contained special presentation: The 2nd Imaginary Symphony....
And don't miss the Orbiting Human Circus's between season, self-contained special presentation: The 2nd Imaginary Symphony....
108 - Cal
A visitor arrives from a different reality.
Weather: "Robert Frost" by Mal Blum malblum.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
Weather: "Robert Frost" by Mal Blum malblum.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
Bonus - Ghost Stories
A bonus excerpt from our just released live recording Ghost Stories.
Over two hours of brand new Night Vale.
Available now at nightvale.bandcamp.com
Or on iTunes, right here.
See us live:...
Over two hours of brand new Night Vale.
Available now at nightvale.bandcamp.com
Or on iTunes, right here.
See us live:...
107 - The Missing Sky
A faint popping can be heard below the earth.
The voice of the Pamela Winchell was Desiree Burch.
Weather: "The Ends and the Means" by Robby Hecht robbyhecht.com
Music: Disparition,...
The voice of the Pamela Winchell was Desiree Burch.
Weather: "The Ends and the Means" by Robby Hecht robbyhecht.com
Music: Disparition,...
106 - Filings
The angels go to the Hall of Public Records.
The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson.
Weather: "All or Nothing" by The Dream Masons facebook.com/thedreammasons
Music: Disparition,...
The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson.
Weather: "All or Nothing" by The Dream Masons facebook.com/thedreammasons
Music: Disparition,...
105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House
Here's what happened at the Smithwick house.
Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night...
Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night...
104 - The Hierarchy of Angels
Let's start the news with something happy.
Weather: "Qualified" by Sammus feat. Open Mike Eagle sammusmusic.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Qualified" by Sammus feat. Open Mike Eagle sammusmusic.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
103 - Ash Beach
After a dozen years of restoration, Ash Beach has reopened.
Weather: "Faded" by P.O.S doomtree.net/pos
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
Weather: "Faded" by P.O.S doomtree.net/pos
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
102 - Love Is a Shambling Thing
City Council has a renewed interest in love.
Weather: "Listening to TPM" by Brook Pridemore. brookpridemore.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Listening to TPM" by Brook Pridemore. brookpridemore.bandcamp.com
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
101 - Guidelines for Disposal
Mandatory Annual Spring Cleaning Day is coming. Here are the guidelines for the new municipal landfill facility.
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: "Letters" by Lera Lynn....
This episode was co-written with Brie Williams.
Weather: "Letters" by Lera Lynn....
28 - Summer Reading Program (R)
The Library's Summer Reading Program has begun, sending the town into a panic. Plus, a tough new mandate from the City Council, a list of useful things, and changes afoot in the Freemasons. (episode...
39 - The Woman from Italy (R)
A woman from Italy arrived in our town, and we're not quite sure what she wants or what she is doing to us with her presence. Plus, a local hardware store cracks down on the crowds of baristas outside...
100 - Toast
Welcome to Night Vale's 100th Episode. A toast!
The voices featured this episode are: Cecil Baldwin, James Urbaniak, Mara Wilson, Annie Savage, Mark Gagliardi, Emma Frankland, Meg Bashwiner, Jackson...
The voices featured this episode are: Cecil Baldwin, James Urbaniak, Mara Wilson, Annie Savage, Mark Gagliardi, Emma Frankland, Meg Bashwiner, Jackson...
99 - Michigan
Station intern Kareem writes home and receives an unexpected reply.
Weather: "Quiet Americans" by Shearwater (shearwatermusic.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Quiet Americans" by Shearwater (shearwatermusic.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
98 - Flight
It is Execution Day.
Weather: "Icarus" by Sims (doomtree.net/sims)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph...
Weather: "Icarus" by Sims (doomtree.net/sims)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph...
The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 3
Will the famed storytelling cricket (Tim Robbins) return? Plus, Charlie Day and Mary Elizabeth Ellis perform Shakespeare as you’ve never heard it and the janitor pushes host John Cameron to the very...
97 - Josefina
A visit with an old friend. Plus, updates on Hiram, and changes to the subway.
The voice of Old Woman Josie was Retta.
Weather: "Everywhere" by Ex Hex (exhexband.com)
Music: Disparition,...
The voice of Old Woman Josie was Retta.
Weather: "Everywhere" by Ex Hex (exhexband.com)
Music: Disparition,...
The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 2 (The Cricket)
Hear Mandy Patinkin perform an extraordinary musicological demonstration and a cricket (Tim Robbins) spin the spellbinding tale of Ladislas Koskovsky. Plus, learn the remarkable history of Julian the...
96 - Negotiations
Negotiations with the dragons have begun. Plus the reopening of the Earth Sciences Department at the Community College, what we know and don't know, and a look at the Community Calendar.
The voice...
The voice...
The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 1
Welcome to the world of The Orbiting Human Circus: discover the surreally impossible radio show broadcast from the top of the Eiffel Tower, meet the lonely janitor who longs to become part of it, and...
New Podcast Teaser: THE ORBITING HUMAN CIRCUS (OF THE AIR)
A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents, created by Julian Koster (Neutral Milk Hotel). Season One premieres on October 12. New episodes every other Wednesday through February 1,...
95 - Zookeeper
Zookeeper Joanna Rey brings some animals to the studio. Plus, an update on Old Woman Josie, dragons in town, and a look at traffic.
The voice of Joanna Rey is Felicia Day.
Weather: "Coffee" by...
The voice of Joanna Rey is Felicia Day.
Weather: "Coffee" by...
94 - All Right
Everything is all right.
Weather: "Plough" by Speedy Ortiz (speedyortiz.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written...
Weather: "Plough" by Speedy Ortiz (speedyortiz.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written...
93 - Big Sister
New guests arrive in town. Plus, a bake sale the elementary school, the start of football season, and changes at the Night Vale chapter of the NRA.
Weather: "Mary on a Wave" by Okkervil River...
Weather: "Mary on a Wave" by Okkervil River...
92 - If He Had Lived
This week is National Alternate History Week. Plus an update on the Beatrix Lohman Memorial Meditation Zone, a warning from the National Weather Service, and Children's Fun Fact Science...
91 - The 12:37
The 12:37 train has arrived. Plus, a crowd gathers on Somerset and the return of Laser Tag.
This episode was co-written with James Moran.
Weather: "Windows" by Angel Olsen...
This episode was co-written with James Moran.
Weather: "Windows" by Angel Olsen...
Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #3
Cassette #3: Insomnia, Feet
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NOTE: This is the last episode of Within the Wires that we will post on the Welcome to Night Vale feed. If you'd like to continue listening to all 10 episodes of this...
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NOTE: This is the last episode of Within the Wires that we will post on the Welcome to Night Vale feed. If you'd like to continue listening to all 10 episodes of this...
Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #2
Anxiety, Stomach
Within the Wires T-Shirts and Posters are now available, withinthewires.com.
To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS on your...
Within the Wires T-Shirts and Posters are now available, withinthewires.com.
To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS on your...
Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #1
Cassette 1 of 10: Stress, Shoulders
Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free 30-day trial at audible.com/wtw
To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes,...
Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free 30-day trial at audible.com/wtw
To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes,...
90 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 2
Who's a good boy? Who is it? Who is it?
Weather: "The Queer Gospel" by Erin McKeown (erinmckeown.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
Weather: "The Queer Gospel" by Erin McKeown (erinmckeown.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
New Podcast Teaser: WITHIN THE WIRES
Within the Wires, a new serial fiction podcast from the team behind Welcome to Night Vale and Alice Isn't Dead. New episodes every other Tuesday from June 21 through October 25. Subscribe now on...
Bonus Episode 7 - The Investigators on iTunes
A bonus clip featuring Wil Wheaton from our new live recording, The Investigators.
The full album available for sale now on iTunes at...
The full album available for sale now on iTunes at...
89 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 1
Who's a good boy? Who is it? Who is it?
Weather: "Plunder" by The Felice Brothers (thefelicebrothers.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
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Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by...
Bonus Episode 6 - The Investigators
Clips from our new live recording, The Investigators, available for sale at [nightvale.bandcamp.com](nightvale.bandcamp.com).
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88 - Things Fall Apart
Things fall apart.
Weather: "Palestine" by Sam Baker, featuring Carrie Elkin (sambakermusic.com)
The voices of the automated phone tree were Erica Livingston & Christopher Loar. The voice of...
Weather: "Palestine" by Sam Baker, featuring Carrie Elkin (sambakermusic.com)
The voices of the automated phone tree were Erica Livingston & Christopher Loar. The voice of...
87 - The Trial of Hiram McDaniels
It's the trial of the century.
Weather: "Cocaine" by Holy Moly (cowpunkholymoly.bandcamp.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
Weather: "Cocaine" by Holy Moly (cowpunkholymoly.bandcamp.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.
Produced by Night Vale...
86 - Standing and Breathing
They are not from here.
The voice of Melony Pennington was Molly Quinn.
Weather: "Well-dressed" by Hop Along (hopalongtheband.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
The voice of Melony Pennington was Molly Quinn.
Weather: "Well-dressed" by Hop Along (hopalongtheband.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Alice Isn't Dead Ep 3: Nothing to See
What was that sound in the trailer just now?
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NOTE: If you want to continue listening to this show, subscribe now to the ALICE ISN'T DEAD podcast feed. This is the final episode we will feature here...
85 - The April Monologues
It is April, and, once again, something is different.
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
Alice Isn't Dead Ep 2: Alice
What is happening in the town of Charlatan?
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Alice Isn't Dead t-shirts &...
84 - Past Time
It's little league baseball season. Plus, an update from Hiram, an important new health study, and another edition of Hey There Cecil.
The voices of Hiram McDaniels are Jackson Publick.
Weather:...
The voices of Hiram McDaniels are Jackson Publick.
Weather:...
Alice Isn't Dead Ep 1: Omelet
The first episode of our new serial fiction podcast. A conversation in a diner gets ugly.
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To continue...
New Podcast Teaser: ALICE ISN'T DEAD
Alice Isn't Dead, a new serial fiction podcast from the team behind Welcome to Night Vale. Subscribe at aliceisntdead.com.
Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info.
Written by Joseph...
Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info.
Written by Joseph...
83 - One Normal Town
The town of Desert Bluffs is no more. Plus, an update from Paul Birmingham, a look at traffic, and changes afoot at the Ralphs.
Weather: "The Sky Is Calling" by Kim Boekbinder...
Weather: "The Sky Is Calling" by Kim Boekbinder...
82 - Skating Rink
Teddy Williams opens a new skating rink at the Arcade Fun Complex. Plus, a public announcement about flowers, an update on the strangers, and a phone call from the jailhouse.
The voice of Deb was...
The voice of Deb was...
81 - After 3327
Night Vale High School’s AP Auto Shop teacher demonstrates some of his inventions at the Museum of Forbidden Technologies. Plus, a visit from an adorable puppy, an update on the Trial of the Century,...
80 - A New Sheriff in Town
There's a new sheriff in Night Vale, and they want changes. Plus, Cecil runs into a former intern, the court develops some A.I. dragons, and a message about getting into the holiday spirit.
Weather:...
Weather:...
79 - Lost in the Mail
It's Remembrance Day, which means it's time for us to honor those who will someday be lost in the Blood Space War with the most solemn event possible: a fun parade! Also we hear from one young Night...
78 - Cooking Stuff: Thanksgiving Special
Spice up that stuffy old stuffing with a Thanksgiving edition of 'Cooking Stuff with Earl Harlan.'
The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton.
The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner.
Weather:...
The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton.
The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner.
Weather:...
77 - A Stranger
A stranger's presence disturbs the radio station. Plus, an appeal for support from the mayor, another edition of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and a look at the community calendar.
The voice...
The voice...
76 - An Epilogue
In just a few days the whole story will be known. This is what happens after.
Weather: "Endless Dream" by God Is An Astronaut (godisanastronaut.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo:...
Weather: "Endless Dream" by God Is An Astronaut (godisanastronaut.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo:...
75 - Through the Narrow Place
It's time for Night Vale's annual marathon. Plus, economic turmoil in Desert Bluffs, horoscopes, and another edition of "Hey There, Cecil."
Weather: "Black Eyes" by David Wirsig...
Weather: "Black Eyes" by David Wirsig...
74 - Civic Changes
The city council makes an announcement about the dog park. Plus, the start of the new high school football season and an update on the hole in the vacant lot.
The voice of John Peters is Mark...
The voice of John Peters is Mark...
73 - Triptych
There seems to be something wrong with the broadcast signal. Do you hear that?
Weather: "The Heroine" by Unwoman (unwoman.com)
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Weather: "The Heroine" by Unwoman (unwoman.com)
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72 - Well of Night
Chanting dancers keep the town up all night. Plus, a seance at Dark Owl Records, traffic congestion in downtown, and a fireworks spectacular.
Weather: "Children of God" by Andrew Jackson Jihad...
Weather: "Children of God" by Andrew Jackson Jihad...
71 - The Registry of Middle School Crushes
A heist is planned. Plus the answer to last week's quiz and news about The Trial of the Century.
Weather: "My Postcard" by Toys and Tiny Instruments (toysandtinyinstruments.bandcamp.com)
Night...
Weather: "My Postcard" by Toys and Tiny Instruments (toysandtinyinstruments.bandcamp.com)
Night...
Bonus Episode 5 - Excerpt from the novel
An excerpt from the audiobook of the Welcome to Night Vale novel, narrated by Cecil Baldwin.
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Music: Disparition,...
Order WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE: A NOVEL: welcometonightvale.com, click on books.
Music: Disparition,...
Bonus Episode 4 - Pamela Winchell
An excerpt from our new touring live show "The Investigators," featuring Cecil Baldwin and Desiree Burch as former mayor Pamela Winchell.
Get the entire "The Investigators" album (and other live...
Get the entire "The Investigators" album (and other live...
70B - Review
A review of opening night at the new Old Night Vale Opera House.
Weather: "Align" by Aby Wolf (abywolf.bandcamp.com).
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Align" by Aby Wolf (abywolf.bandcamp.com).
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
70A - Taking Off
It's the first broadcast of a new radio station in a desert otherworld. Plus, a huge research project reaches its conclusion.
The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan...
The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free.
The voice of Carlos is Dylan...
69 - Fashion Week
It's Fashion Week, Night Vale's hippest event. Who will be spared from the sphere? Plus, ongoing investigations into the disappearances at the Shambling Orphan housing development, an update on the...
68 - Faceless Old Women
The Sheriff's Secret Police track down a fugitive. Plus, stories from vacation, some progress at the new Old Night Vale Opera House, and another edition of "Hey There, Cecil."
Weather: "Matches" by...
Weather: "Matches" by...
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67 - [Best Of?]
A look back at some of the best Cecil broadcasts we have never heard before.
Weather: "When Can I Say That I Love You" by Kyle Fleming (soundcloud.com/kyle-fleming-7)
Music: Disparition,...
Weather: "When Can I Say That I Love You" by Kyle Fleming (soundcloud.com/kyle-fleming-7)
Music: Disparition,...
66 - worms...
The worms have returned to Night Vale. Plus a new Book Club in town, spring Little League baseball tryouts, and an update on the search for two fugitives.
The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was...
The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was...
65 - Voicemail
You have reached the voicemail of Cecil Gershwin Palmer.
Weather: "Tag!" by Scarves (scarvesmusic.bandcamp.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Tag!" by Scarves (scarvesmusic.bandcamp.com)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
64 - WE MUST GIVE PRAISE
The president of the School Board confronts critics of the school district's five-year strategic plan. Plus, the hunt for two fugitives, some fun events on the community calendar, and a look at...
Bonus Episode 3 - "The Librarian" Horoscopes
An excerpt from our recorded live show, "The Librarian," recorded live on January 16, 2015 at Skirball Center, New York, NY.
The complete recording is available at nightvale.bandcamp.com, for...
The complete recording is available at nightvale.bandcamp.com, for...
63 - There Is No Part 1: Part 2
An exciting conclusion to the day-long Sand Golem saga at City Hall. Plus, repairs at the bowling alley, Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and who won that auction?
Weather: "Heel Turn 2" by The...
Weather: "Heel Turn 2" by The...
62 - Hatchets
Night Vale Daily Journal editor Leann Hart announces changes at the newspaper, while continuing a successful execution of her most controversial business plan. Plus, a station editorial, a look at...
61 - BRINY DEPTHS
A vague yet menacing government agency needs a special message delivered. Plus, Cooking Stuff with Earl Harlan, a mysterious thank-you card, and strange goings on near the haunted baseball...
60 - Water Failure
The water isn't working at the radio station, which is super annoying. Oh, also it seems the sun is multiplying. Plus, a college football update, a request for some time off, and controversy with the...
59 - Antiques
The Antiques have escaped from the Antiques Mall. Plus, a very scientific update from afar, new management at StrexCorp, and the return of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner.
The voice of Carlos was...
The voice of Carlos was...
58 - Monolith
A stone monolith appears overnight in front of City Hall. Plus, a former high school quarterback playing college football, opening ceremonies at the Drawbridge, and updates from the desert...
57 - The List
Do you remember that list you were given to memorize? You should have memorized that list exactly. Plus, a finding in the desert, what is opera, and meatless mondays.
Weather: "Upside Down World" by...
Weather: "Upside Down World" by...
Bonus Episode 2 - What of the Sea?
A letter arrives with a strange inscription.
This episode was co-written with Marta Rainer.
Weather: "Ruins" by Morteth (youtube.com/user/Morteth666)
Music: Disparition, disparition.info
Logo:...
This episode was co-written with Marta Rainer.
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Logo:...
Bonus Episode 1 - Minutes
A reading of the minutes from the Night Vale Community College Faculty Meeting.
This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman
Weather: "Home" by Theo Adler (soundcloud.com/theoadler)
Music:...
This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman
Weather: "Home" by Theo Adler (soundcloud.com/theoadler)
Music:...
56 - Homecoming
An athletic scandal threatens the annual Night Vale High School Homecoming Game. Plus, a seismological update and a new cooking segment with an old friend.
The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil...
The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil...
55 - The University of What It Is
A representative from the University of What It Is calls the station to find a missing colleague. Plus, an update on the cats, the Barista Cultural Fair, and corrections.
Weather: "Catfish" by...
Weather: "Catfish" by...
54 - A Carnival Comes to Town
A carnival comes to town. Plus the Cleaning of Books, breaking ground at the new old Opera House, and an intern returns... again.
The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron.
Weather: "Bremen" by PigPen...
The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron.
Weather: "Bremen" by PigPen...
53 - The September Monologues
It is September, and something is different.
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.
The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.
The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal...
52 - The Retirement of Pamela Winchell
Mayor Pamela Winchell enjoys her retirement from politics, but she's being offered a new job. Plus, renovations at the bowling alley, updates from the desert otherworld, and a review of the new...
51 - Rumbling
Carlos reports on strange developments in the otherworld desert. Plus new announcements from a new mayor, a look at horoscopes, and a message from Desert Bluffs.
The voice of Carlos was Dylan...
The voice of Carlos was Dylan...
50 - Capital Campaign
The Night Vale Community College begins a capital campaign to fund a new science center. Tourniquet hires a new sous chef, inauguration day for the new mayor, and an update from the otherworld...
49 - Old Oak Doors Part B
Night Vale begins its revolt against StrexCorp, and old oak doors are opening all over town. Good things are coming through. Terrible things are coming through. Also there's a mayoral election. Second...
49 - Old Oak Doors Part A
Night Vale begins its revolt against StrexCorp, and old oak doors are opening all over town. Good things are coming through. Terrible things are coming through. Also there's a mayoral election. First...
48 - Renovations
StrexCorp begins massive renovations on the radio station and all of Night Vale. Plus, updates from the Company Picnic of Indeterminate Length, free floating cats for anyone who wants them, and a...
47 - Company Picnic
Good news for the Greater Desert Bluffs Metropolitan Area: StrexCorp is hosting its first ever Company Picnic. It is a fun, cheerful, mandatory event. Plus, an update on the troubling-making...
46 - Parade Day
It's Parade Day in Night Vale. It's totally just a parade and not a subterfuge for any kind of insurgency or revolt against a corpocratic regime. Plus, strange doors appearing all over town and an...
45 - A Story About Them
The title of this episode seems familiar to you.
Weather: "Pretty Little Head" by Eliza Rickman, elizarickman.com.
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
Weather: "Pretty Little Head" by Eliza Rickman, elizarickman.com.
Music: Disparition, disparition.info.
Logo: Rob Wilson,...
44 - Cookies
It's Girl Scout cookies time in Night Vale. Plus, an updates from Khoshekh and Dana, a safety announcement from the Highway Department, and a magnanimous gesture from station management.
The voice...
The voice...
43 - Visitor
An adorable new visitor makes its way into the radio studio. Plus, controversy in the mayoral race, an update on the house that doesn’t exists, and a look the community calendar.
The voice of Kevin...
The voice of Kevin...
42 - Numbers
Some strange new developments at the local numbers station, WZZZ. Plus, an update on former intern Dana, tips on how to get out of a geographical loop, and constant press conferences from outgoing...
41 - WALK
Walk signals are malfunctioning all over town. Plus, updates from former intern Dana and a look at the Community Calendar.
The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole.
Weather: "What Have They Done to You...
The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole.
Weather: "What Have They Done to You...
40 - The Deft Bowman
The Telephone Service finally fixes the only telephone booth in town, and a submarine arrives from faraway Nulogorsk. Plus, a new campaign from the Tourism Board, we meet our station's newest program...
39 - The Woman from Italy
A woman from Italy arrived in our town, and we're not quite sure what she wants or what she is doing to us with her presence. Plus, a local hardware store cracks down on the crowds of baristas outside...
38 - Orange Grove
John Peters - you know the farmer? - had a huge, healthy orange crop this year. But Carlos grows skeptical about a sudden orange grove in the desert. Plus, the City Council tries to get out of town,...
37 - The Auction
The Sheriff's Secret Police are holding their annual auction of seized property, and our favorite community radio host finds Lot 37 particularly interesting. Plus a new challenger for the mayoral...
36 - Missing
An urgent call to all listeners as 13-year-old Tamika Flynn has gone missing. Plus another edition of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, breaking traffic news, and the Community Calendar.
Weather:...
Weather:...
35 - Lazy Day
It's a totally lazy day in Night Vale. Feeling really tired. Increasingly tired. Here's some news, I guess: updates on the Summer Reading Program, the Brown Stone Spire, and a delicious new cereal on...
34 - A Beautiful Dream
The Wallaby family successfully lobbies the School Board to finally allow a computer in school to help their daughter Megan. Plus, a concert from Dark Owl Records and Amnesty Day at the public...
33 - Cassette
Cecil finds an old cassette tape of himself at age 15, and he is surprised at what it contains. Plus, a new exhibit at the Museum of Forbidden Technologies, Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and an...
32 - Yellow Helicopters
There are strange new helicopters above Night Vale, different than the other helicopters that regularly hover over town. Plus, Community Health Tips, surgery for NVHS's starting quarterback, and a...
31 - A Blinking Light up on the Mountain
There's a blinking light up on the mountain, which challenges our belief in mountains. Plus, a controversial new television show and a message from the faceless old woman who secretly lives in your...
30 - Dana
Intern Dana finds a way out of the Dog Park but can't quite figure out where it leads. Plus, a look at opening weekend of football season, helpful tips on adopting a dog from the SPCA, and Carlos...
29 - Subway
An entire subway system appears suddenly in Night Vale, and the City Council is excited by the possibilities. Plus, tips for organ donors, a look into financial news, and a popular new service in...
28 - Summer Reading Program
The Library's Summer Reading Program has begun, sending the town into a panic. Plus, a tough new mandate from the City Council, a list of useful things, and changes afoot in the Freemasons.
This...
This...
27 - First Date
Cecil tries to convey the important news of the day, including delivery of some mysterious crates in the desert, a new library expansion, and the annual Bluegrass Festival, but he has a more pressing...
26 - Faceless Old Woman
There is a faceless old woman secretly living in your home, and she has something she needs to say. Plus, former intern Dana is still alive and texting us from the forbidden Dog Park, Community Health...
25 - One Year Later
It has been one year since the first episode. One year since strange things began underneath lane five of the Desert Flower Bowling Alley and Arcade Fun Complex. One year since the arrival of Night...
24 - The Mayor
The Mayor has gone missing. Plus, Night Vale Community Theater presents Once on this Island, the return of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and an update on the Apache Tracker.
Weather: "Biblical...
Weather: "Biblical...
23 - Eternal Scouts
Two Night Vale Boy Scouts become the first to ever achieve the rank of Eternal Scout. Plus, an update on the floating cat, changes in who gets to die, and a recruitment drive for a vague yet menacing...
22 - The Whispering Forest
A beautiful and alluring forest suddenly appears just outside of town. Plus, school closings, a dream journal mandate, and a moon exhibit at the Children's Science Museum.
Weather: "Winifred" by...
Weather: "Winifred" by...
21 - A Memory of Europe
Springtime brings with it pleasant memories of a long ago trip to Europe. Plus, exciting news about the end of the world and important information about spiders.
Weather: "Sni Bong" by Dengue Fever....
Weather: "Sni Bong" by Dengue Fever....
20 - Poetry Week
It's Poetry Week in Night Vale and folks get a look at a place that should never be seen. Plus, strange new billboards about town and renovations completed at the Night Vale Zoo.
This week's episode...
This week's episode...
19B - The Sandstorm
A dangerous sandstorm threatens Desert Bluffs. Plus, baseball opening day, a look at financial news, and Kevin finds himself in a strange new place.
Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry...
Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry...
19A - The Sandstorm
A dangerous sandstorm threatens Night Vale. Plus, baseball opening day, a look at financial news, and Cecil finds himself in a strange new place.
Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry Cardozo...
Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry Cardozo...
18 - The Traveler
A traveler arrives in Night Vale. What does he want? Why has Jerry's Tacos returned? Plus, the mayor calls an emergency press conference, another round of corrections, and a look at the community...
17 - Valentine
Emergency crews are on hand to help cleanup the aftermath of the worst Valentine's Days in recent memories. Plus, important schedule changes at the Night Vale Airport, the City Council votes to choose...
16 - The Phone Call
Cecil receives a cryptic phone call from someone who is very close. Plus, a new business plan at the Daily Journal, an important list from the Sheriff's Secret Police, and improvements at the public...
15 - Street Cleaning Day
Today is Street Cleaning Day, and the street cleaners will soon be upon us. Remain calm, and run away screaming. Plus, new music trends from Dark Owl Records, the crackdown on wheat & wheat by-product...
14 - The Man in the Tan Jacket
A stranger comes to town with a briefcase and an unmemorable face. Plus, controversy with the Daily Journal, another segment of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and new security footage from the...
13 - A Story About You.
You listen to a podcast. You check the episode description to see what is in store this time. It is a different kind of description than you are used to. You suspect the episode will be a different...
12 - The Candidate
The search for a dangerous fugitive finally comes to an end, but he's gaining some unexpected popularity. Plus, what to do about those noisy sunsets, City Council rejects "breath entitlements," and...
11 - Wheat & Wheat By-Products
An important announcement from the Night Vale Council for Commerce to regularly consume wheat & wheat by-products. Plus, the dangers of discount bloodstones, property taxes going up, and changes afoot...
10 - Feral Dogs
A roving pack of feral dogs terrorizes Night Vale. Plus, a new installment of Community Health Tips, the Fireperson Appreciation Parade, and free admission day at the Museum of Forbidden...
9 - "PYRAMID"
A large, philosophical pyramid appears in town, announcing several messages, but is it what it seems? Plus, best practices for regular skin-checks, an update on the levitating cat, and whatever...
8 - The Lights in Radon Canyon
Mysterious lights and sounds are coming from Radon Canyon. Plus, tips on how to win the town lottery, our newest (incorporeal) School Board member, and the abandoned mineshaft finally gets...
7 - History Week
Learn about the storied history of Night Vale during this special week's celebration. Plus, psychological assaults on tourists, highway construction announcements, and metal detectors in...
6 - The Drawbridge
The city faces extensive delays in the revitalization of the Old Town Drawbridge. Plus, time for another pledge drive, changes afoot at the Night Vale Daily Journal, and good news for radio controlled...
5 - The Shape in Grove Park
A protest against the removal of the Shape In Grove Park That No One Acknowledges Or Speaks About. Plus, changes to the school curriculum, a growing tarantula problem in town, and musical...
4 - PTA Meeting
Last night's PTA meeting accidentally opens a rift in spacetime, and Night Vale faces the consequences. Plus, changes afoot at the Night Vale Daily Journal, controversy at Radon Canyon, and our annual...
3 - Station Management
It's contract renewal time with station management, and negotiations get tricky. Plus, a new city litter initiative, books stop working, and a creeping fear comes to town!
Weather: "Bill & Annie" by...
Weather: "Bill & Annie" by...
2 - Glow Cloud
A mysterious, glowing cloud makes its way across Night Vale. Plus, new Boy Scouts hierarchy, community events calendar, and a PTA bake sale for a great cause!
Weather: "The Bus is Late" by Satellite...
Weather: "The Bus is Late" by Satellite...
1 - Pilot
Pilot Episode. A new dog park opens in Night Vale. Carlos, a scientist, visits and discovers some interesting things. Seismic things. Plus, a helpful guide to surveillance...
New to Night Vale? Start here!
We know that over 100 episodes can seem a little intimidating, so here's a short introduction to the show and some suggestions on getting into it.
For a text version of this guide, and a list of...
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About this Podcast
Copyright
2016, Night Vale Presents
Language
en
Categories
Fiction, Science Fiction