Something is very wrong in the small town of Bleakwood. Strange mysteries and terrifying creatures now lurk in the shadows of this once ordinary place. In the new horror podcast Bleakwood from Hollow Stone Press, the mysterious narrator sets out to uncover the darkness that has fallen over the town. With each new episode, he delves deeper into uncanny tales from Bleakwood’s residents, piecing together clues to the source of the town's corruption. What sinister force has torn open the veil be ...
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This is my first podcast, please have fun listening and give feedback :)
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“I refuse to "look up." Optimism nauseates me. It is perverse. Since man's fall, his proper position in the universe has been one of misery."
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Comedians / podcast boys / news freaks Kevin Anderson, Matt Brousseau, and John Fahy bring you a monthly(ish) round up of some of the wildest niche news stories from around the globe!
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An ongoing pessimistic and anxious conversation hosted by Burke Gerstenschlager about God and the human condition in culture, academia, and the arts. Episodes feature theological reflections, as well as interviews with scholars, writers, and artists. Prepare for despair!
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Bleak Strategies is a podcast by 65daysofstatic in which we discuss our efforts to find new ways of existing as a band in the current, confused moment. The series mostly features us talking about the possibly interesting, often stupid, definitely unglamorous reality of being in 65daysofstatic, but will also occasionally feature various 65 comrades who have helped us over the thousands of years we have existed as an autonomous musical group. FEEDBACK for this project is essential, so if you l ...
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Dr. Ross Rayburn does his best to ignore the pleas of the patient’s heart monitor. He cuts deeper, his scalpel searching for the source of the bleed. But Dr Rayburn will soon find out what happens when one cuts too deep into Bleakwood's past. A Darkened Lodge of Uncertain Address was written by Dexter McLeod and read by Paul Stephenson. Dexter McLe…
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Enwed's flight through the forest is a desperate bid for survival, but as the mob closes in, she stumbles upon a sinister stone marked with ancient runes and a dark promise. Will she become the thing they all fear she already is, when the Witchfinder comes to Bleakwood? Monolith was written and read by Paul Stephenson, and is a Hollow Stone Press P…
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George just wants to give back to the town of Bleakwood. If only he knew the cost... Minutes of the AGM was written by Dan Howarth and read by Paul Stephenson. Dan Howarth is a writer from the North of England and is the author of the short story collection Dark Missives, the snowbound horror novella Territory and the folk-horror stag party novel L…
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Reverend Julie Rowland spends most of the year as a friendly, caring, empathetic community leader, but all that goes out the window when it comes to the village bake sale, when the competition with another nearby congregation brings out the worst in her. Only this year, she might find it brings out the worst in others, too. Because in Bleakwood, ev…
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You ever have that feeling of regret after agreeing to pull a double shift? Well, not like Jenny does... When the Trees Sing was written by Kev Harrison and read by Paul Stephenson. Kev is a British writer of horror and dark fiction, living in Lisbon, Portgual. His debut novel, Shadow of the Hidden, is out now from Brigids Gate Press, while his nov…
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Charlie wants his Mum back, but what lengths is he willing to go to in order to get her back? Are he and his friends willing to confront the evil that lurks in the forests of Bleakwood? The Clearing was written and read by Paul Stephenson, and is a Hollow Stone Press Production. If you’re enjoying Bleakwood, tell your friends, or leave us a five-st…
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Since Bridget moved to Bleakwood, she's found it had to connect. But when she meets a mysterious creature in the forest, the encounter turns her world upside down. As she learns the power of her imagination, she must face the terrifying consequences of her own creations. Rough Draft was written by Carolyn O’Brien and performed by Paul Stephenson. C…
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Julian's running for his life, but he should watch where he's running. The woods around Bleakwood may contain more than he'd expect. Big Bill's Hill is written, performed, and produced by Paul Stephenson. Paul writes pulp fiction for the digital age. His first novel series – Blood on the Motorway, is a British apocalyptic horror trilogy readers hav…
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Welcome back, Bleaklings! This month, Kevin kicks things off with some chatter of Wolverine and Cybertrucks. Then, Matt and John join Kevin for a rousing update of "That Guy From Kevin's Hometown," as well as some wild news about twin marital problems, stolen bills, and some interesting musical headgear. Enjoy!…
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Let's all hold hands and go to the Beef Place... Beef Stuart was written by Luke Kondor, and read by Paul Stephenson. Luke is the voice and one of the showrunners of THE OTHER STORIES, an award-winning weekly horror fiction podcast with over 10 million downloads He writes weird/scary/funny stuff in a variety of mediums. Recently, this includes the …
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In a somber installment of Bleak in Review, Kevin mourns the loss of a great American scumbag and talks about proper food delivery etiquette. Then, John, Matt, and Kevin have a riotous discussion of shock jocks, Spencer's Gifts, and divorce celebrations gone wrong. Plus, Matt tries to remember a Cuba Gooding Jr. movie!…
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Holy we-missed-February, Bleakman! The boys are back just in time for the ides of March, we think. Kevin kicks off this episode with discussion of weird comedy fandoms, then the boys get into some chatter about a new depressing KFC menu item, as well as some news items ranging from foot-based insurance scams to a faux pas in the world of anonymous …
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Sometimes the night shift at Radio Bleakwood can be murder.... Caller You're On The Air is the finale of the first season of Bleakwood, and was written, produced, and performed by Paul Stephenson. For more from Paul, visit https://paulstephensonbooks.com, where you'll find the first two books in his apocalyptic thriller trilogy Blood on the Motorwa…
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Happy New Year, Bleaklings! Kevin kicks off 2024 with chatter of an exciting corporate development. Then, Kevin, Matt, and Johnboy discuss many a thing, including a fascist accordion player, rare Chipotle items, and much, much more, if you can believe that!
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He's going to find out who's naughty.... Bloody Santa was written and performed by Paul Stephenson. It originally appeared as an episode of The Night’s End Podcast, which you can find at nightsendpodcast.com. Find more of Paul's writing at paulstephensonbooks.com. Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …
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Deck the halls, et cetera! Bleak in Review's December ep is here, and Kevin's got some things to say about AI. Then, Matt, John, and Kevin get into talks about losers in comedy and Arnold Schwarzenegger's memoir. Plus, some news stories from around the world about burrito-chuckers, fake counties, intentional airplane crashes, and a whole lot more!…
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When little Netty goes searching for clues about the mysterious disappearance of the previous quarry manager's daughter, she discovers the town holds more than one long-hidden truth. Reckoning is written by Sam Tindale and Narrated by Paul Stephenson Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production https://hollowstone.substack.com/ https://bsky.app/pro…
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Welcome back, Bleaklings! In this almost-monthly installment, Kevin kicks things off with musings on quitting smoking and bad celebrity posts. Then, Kevin, Matt, and John get into another segment of "Crazy Hometown Guy," as well as some wild news stories ranging from crypto meet-up eyesores to baffling house listings to gimping bans! This one reall…
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When strange animal behaviors lead environmentalist David to an isolated convent in Bleakwood, he discovers a dark secret hidden within its bell tower. To escape, David must find a way to survive the unholy terror that stalks the shadows above. Revitalisation is written by Kev Harrison. Kev Harrison is a writer of dark fiction and English language …
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Welcome to September! The Bleak Boys are back with another monthly roundup of all things silly. Kevin kicks this episode off with some thoughts on steak temperatures and ocean visits. Then, Kevin, Matt, and John talk about a whole bunch of wild occurrences in the news, including some guys who bashed through the Great Wall, a man who got arrested fo…
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Bleak is back for a very sweaty August installment! Kevin talks about guys getting kicked out of bars and the "content production business." Then, John, Matt, and Kevin dive into an update from a Facebook kook, as well as some wild news stories ranging from cookies full of rocks to fatal manatee incest. Strap in, buckaroos!…
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Welcome back! We hope you're healthier than Kevin was this month. In this episode of Bleak in Review, Kevin kicks things off with some Elon Musk cage match updates. Then, Kevin, Matt, and John get into the nitty gritty of the Oceangate Titanic disaster(?) Also on the docket: moms who quote Hitler, petty penny paychecks, and Ice T's Twitter!…
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It's gonna be May! Ha ha! Bleak is back for a real wacky romp this month. Kevin kicks things off with some insane takes surrounding the current WGA Writer's Strike. Then, John and Matt join Kevin for a deep dive into a series of wild stories, including the antics of a hometown Facebook hero, a man who went to freakish lengths to remain high all the…
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Welcome to April! Bleak is back, and Kevin kicks this episode off with some political turmoil talk and discussion of Kid Rock crybaby antics. Then, Kevin, Matt, and John get into a series of insane stories including (but not limited to) a car crash-prone house, a mad forklift man, and some ridiculous trophy legislation!…
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Bleak is back for another month, we suppose! Kevin kicks off this episode with some refund hacks and updates about the decline of standup comedy. Then, Kevin, John, and Matt get down and dirty with talk of internet gross out culture, as well as some current events involving a gentleman bandit and an MRI scanner that was packing some serious heat!…
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Happy Newest of Years! Kevin kicks off this year with some chatter of alpha males and their origin stories. Then, Matt and Kevin have a good ol' fashioned one on one in which they discuss all kinds of stuff, ranging from the idea of Never Being Sad, rapid Subway weight loss, and a curious fellow who attacked a "robot" in Oregon!…
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Happy November, Bleaklings! Kevin kicks off this episode with a healthy dose of Musk-talk. Then, the boys are back in town as Kevin, John, and Matt discuss an update to a serial killer fiasco from last episode, a resourceful dog on the bus, and more. Plus, six-timer guest Ronald Metellus is back on the show for the second half to chat about rogue o…
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Welcome back to Bleakwood. It’s been a while. I’m going to try and get these dispatches out to you once a month from now on. It’s been too… The Oaks Amanda Temple was having a good day, even with the threat of a full shift at Pentarkle Industrial hanging over it. But this shift will not be like the others. This time, she'll come face to face with t…
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Welcome back to Bleak in Review! In this episode, Kevin comes through with another quick installment of Kanye Watch. Then, Kevin, John, and Matt chat about pizza gaffs and serial killer Twitter. Plus, some wacky news involving paper eaters and Canadian speed limits, as well as a real dark Johnboy Tale!…
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Welcome back to a blistering September ep! Kevin kicks off this Bleak with talk of The Queen's Demise and the allure of the "quiet quit." Then, Kevin, John, and Matt chat it up about guys who refuse to wipe and gross early-internet google searches. Plus, the boys get into some wild news stories pertaining to medical suicide suggestions and a new wa…
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Welcome back, Bleak-starved heathens! Matt and John are out on assignment, so Kevin kicks things off this week with some rambling about the FBI and the latest Hollywood crimes. Then, actor Ethan Lawrence (@EthanDLawrence) joins Kevin for the first time from Across the Pond to discuss the US versus UK political climate, whose country has more transp…
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Welcome back! In this episode, Kevin chats about being a cat dad and misguided Disney rage. Then, Kevin, Matt, and John welcome Ronald Metellus back to the show to join the five timers club! They discuss car sex, TikTack, and attempting to find answers to America's unending political divide. And, of course, Ron's side muscles.…
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Welcome back to Bleak in Review! In this episode, Kevin goes hard on mobile games and the ads contained within them. Then, Kevin and Matt sit down for a riveting one on one in which they discuss Big Flag, Kevin's foster kitties, bad Twitter people, and much much more!
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Harry's not your typical child, and his mother knows it. The question is, what to do about it? Listener note: Breed contains some scenes of animal discomfort and cruelty that may be upsetting to some, and may not be suitable for younger listeners. Breed was written by Dan Howarth and read by Paul Stephenson. Dan Howarth is a writer from the North o…
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Every night is the same for Norman. A few pints in the Stumbling Juggler, a place for him to marinade his regrets and petty grievances. Then back home to the house he shares with the woman he can barely tolerate. Back at that home, Tina waits in dread for the drunk that comes through the door ever night. But not tonight, for Norman's about to meet …
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Welcome back to a truly Bleak week for a podcast! In this episode, Kevin laments the *new* shooting and illustrates a fascist "utopia." Then, Matt and Kevin welcome back prospective third mic John Fahy for a riotous, pre-tragedy romp with discussions surrounding Vin Scully, barf bags, and goofy headstones. This episode is brought to you by Gicky Re…
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The men who brave the twisted paths seeking Bleakwood’s watery heart always come in supplication. There is power in the lake, for those foolish or desperate enough not to care about the sacrifices demanded in return. At least not until it is time to pay them. For Steve, that time has come. Deep Roots is written by Helen Lane, and narrated by Paul S…
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Has the "biblical worldview" always existed? Can the exvangelical escape evangelicalism? Why does "deconstruction" sound so familiar? So many questions. My answers will probably trouble you. But it wouldn’t be bleak theology if Plato, Nietzsche, and Derrida didn’t show up, right? And there’s even some Marx, just for fun. I can’t say that it’s postm…
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Kevin kicks off this week's Bleak with chatter about American injustices and comedian assaults. Then, Matt and Kevin welcome comedians John Fahy and Radostin Zahariev back to the podcast for a no-holds barred riff sesh on all types of silly nonsense. Too much to describe, really, but it's a real doozy of a good time. Follow people! Kevin: @KBAnders…
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When Toby gets a postcard from a trusted friend, he goes in search of the curiosity shop of his dreams. But everything comes at a price, and in Bleakwood it might be more than you're willing to pay... Curiosity was written, read and produced by Paul Stephenson. Paul Stephenson writes pulp fiction for the digital age. His first novel series – the ap…
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We're back! Sorta! Bleak in Review returns with an out-of-nowhere podcast in which Kevin prattles about his podcast sabbatical, comedy drama, and the infamous award show punch. Then, Matt Brousseau returns to do a whole dang episode with Kevin, just like the good ol' days! They speak on impulsive thoughts, marionette theaters, and a whole lot more.…
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Host Burke Gerstenschlager introduces bleak theology and himself, explains the importance that all theology is autobiographical, and shares what's in store. Support the show由Burke
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Something terrible is coming: the Bleak Theology Podcast! Introducing a new podcast about God, existential angst, culture, and the arts hosted by Burke Gerstenschlager. If you are tired of cheap optimism, platitudes, and feel-good stories about Christianity and the human condition, this podcast is for you. Listen and find out that despair is in the…
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What tore a hole in the world? Can we ever get it back? Introducing Bleakwood, a horror podcast from the creator of Blood on the Motorway and the Sunset Chronicles. In Bleakwood, Hollow Stone Press's new horror podcast, listeners will explore the dark corners of a small English town, as host Paul Stephenson delves into tales out of the ordinary fro…
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Welcome back to FunHinged! In this installment of Hollis and Kevin's continuing efforts to unearth the strangest content available, the duo is talking about James Wan's 2021 psychotic backwards boy action-horror romp, Malignant! Special guest and local YouTube weaponizer Nadav Fleisher (@Im_nadav_hello) joins the show to break down what is easily t…
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FunHinged! returns with a contemporary banger of an episode! Kevin and Hollis have an equal parts raucous and insightful discussion with their guest Olivia Haidar (@hitherehaidar) about James Gunn's delightfully bonkers blood-soaked revival of a previously doomed DC franchise. Are there theories about Weasel? You bet! Is Kevin obsessed with the rat…
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Bleak is back, and living up to its moniker quite nicely! Kevin kicks off this episode with some good ol' banter about American frustrations, philosophical dilemmas, and HBO content. Then, comedy folk Erik Barnes (@ErikWBarnes) and Jon Barr (@JonBarrTweets) stop by the podcast to do some Magneto impressions and chat about corporate Megazords and th…
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Holy weird Sunday mini-ep, dear Bleakman! This lil' ep starts off with the unwanted return of Man O'Clock, the Hatchet McDaniel podcast, before Kevin hurries him along to let the listener in on what the heck is going on with Bleak in Review and what the heck is going to be happening with it in the future. Plus, a little bit of hip hoppery! Enjoy!…
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Welcome back to Bleak in Review! In this episode, Kevin explains the unfortunate circumstances that lead to the lack of an episode last week and laments an unnecessary movie franchise. Then, comedian Leah Mansfield (@leahmansfield) returns to the show to chat with Kevin about her quarantine projects, why day drinking is good drinking, and deal with…
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Kevin's in a bit of physical pain this week, but have no fear! This week's intro is chock-full of chatter about self-diagnosing and a delightful comedy "cancellation." Then, comedian Whitney Melton (@whitneysmelton) returns to the show to rail against low-flush toilets and the troubles of reentering society. Plus, French tourists Claude (@JoeCharle…
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