Episodes

Jul 29

The conclusion of the mystery thriller from the indie podcasting team of Fool & Scholar Productions! And subscribe to stay up to date with new stories. Fire and something just as ancient threatens Sealskin Rock and its occupants. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Lucas Broadrock – Mark Meer Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Missing Persons" & "Maxine's Goodbye" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Fire, Grooming, Loss & Mourning (paternal), Murder, References to Suicide, Sexism, Very Good Acting (trauma) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15

Locked in their room, the terrified sisters wait for morning, and the arrival of Mr. Lucas. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Abuse (references to), Death (familial), Gaslighting, Grooming, Murder, Sexism, Suicide, Threats of Violence (burning), Very Good Acting (trauma) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 1

As Melody tries to give her sister a normal weekend, events quickly escalate as strange actions and haunting voices plague the château. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Timothy Emlin – Ryan Philbrook Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24

We've officially been podcasting for TEN years! We feel old, but also extremely grateful! Join us for a short chat, and a horror story. If you enjoy our story here and maybe don’t know about what else we create, check out The Liberty Podcast for dark sci-fi, The White Vault for arctic frights, and Dark Dice for a horror fantasy. (...also VAST Horizon for a haunting Sci-fi epic) You can also follow us on YouTube. Our careers and the lives we have now would not be possible without our amazing Patreon supporters! ⁠ Patreon.com/foolandscholar ⁠ to help us get through the next 10 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17

Melody and Maxine avoid Julia while uncovering unsettling facts about the chateau's former residents. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Lucas Broadrock – Mark Meer Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠⁠⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠⁠⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting, Grooming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3

Melody discovers what's taking place in the basement of the Grotte Chateau. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting, Grooming, Terrible Parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20

Maxine and Melody sort through the documents and learn the history of Sealskin Rock. In the basement, a scheme is revealed. To Learn More About Bat Research please visit http://wcscanada.org/ or check out this amazing study: https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1500 Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" - Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( ⁠Wildlife Conservation Society Canada⁠ ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar⁠ Free Transcripts are available: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585⁠ Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting, Grooming, Terrible Parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5

Maxine experiences an upsetting encounter of her own within the chateau, further worrying Melody as she learns more about the Rock’s history and its increasingly unpredictable caretaker... Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Lit Amber – Tatiana Gefter Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( Wildlife Conservation Society Canada ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: None Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22

As Melody finds ways to make the chateau feel more like home, she is confronted by strange and possibly dangerous happenings. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Lucas Broadrock – Mark Meer Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( Wildlife Conservation Society Canada ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Fugue, Gaslighting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 8

Renovations begin at Sealskin Rock, as Julia helps the girls settle into their new home. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Additional Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Ian Paulson – Russ D. More Whispers – Stephane Cornicard Music: "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "In the Silver Sleeps" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza "Nighttime Farmin'" - Written and Performed by Finnur Nielsen Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( Wildlife Conservation Society Canada ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 25

Maxine, Melody, and their deadbeat father are moving yet again, this time to a remote chateau off Canada’s New Brunswick coast. They arrive at the Grotte Château atop Sealskin Rock. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed, with Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Assistant Direction, Dialogue Editing, Editing, Sound Design, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Samson Morris – Ewan Chung Lucas Broadrock – Mark Meer Julia Sauveterre – Carolyn Saint-Pé Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "In the Silver Sleeps" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Lisa Rainsong (Listening in nature) | Meadow Gladiator Kathydids Recordings | Cori Lausen ( Wildlife Conservation Society Canada ) for the amazing Silver Haired Bats Recordings This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Fingernails Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11

A new story emerges from the fog... Prepare for Don't Mind Sealskin Rock! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2024

The Little Places Travel Journal Podcast explores the stoic Sealskin Rock. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced & Directed by Travis Vengroff Edited with Sound Design by Finnur Nielsen Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Recording Engineer (LA Unit) - Paul Hurtubise Script Editing by W. K. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Molly Dolman – Holly Billinghurst Melody Morris – Marcy Edwards Maxine Morris – LilyPichu Music: "Shimmering Lights" – Written and Performed by Punchdeck "Elevation" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin "In the Silver Sleeps" Written and Performed by Brandon Boone , with Violin by Matheus Souza Cover Art by Abigail Spence This is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/100731585 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 1, 2023

Join a ship of wayward travelers as they get lost within the frozen sea during the polar night… This story is completely unrelated to previous seasons of Dark Dice . Even if you don’t like the concept of listening to people play a game or improvised horror, this show is unique – cutting out 4th-wall breaking elements to feel like you’re actually in the world, just like our scripted stories. Dark Dice: Season 3: Shores of the Silver Thrum - A new tale by Fool & Scholar Productions. ALSO: Even if you've never played Dungeons & Dragons before... Prepare to embark on a legendary adventure! We're thrilled to offer you the chance to win a seat at the renowned Dark Dice D&D table, set in the enchanting surroundings of historic Lumley Castle. This giveaway grants the winner an exclusive ticket to the "D&D in a Castle" event from November 10-14, 2023. It takes seconds to enter. Details: https://dndinacastle.com/darkdicegiveaway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 3, 2023

The creators of Don't Mind chat with Adjoa Andoh, Daniel Demerin, David Ault, and Gemma Amor about acting, audio drama, and Cruxmont. This contains spoilers for Don't Mind: Cruxmont Music: "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Edited by Travis Vengroff Mixed & Mastered by Dayn Leonardson Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2022

This week, we would like to introduce you to The Boar Knight, a new podcast from Fool & Scholar. Join Nathaniel the Boar Knight as he journeys across a fantasy world in search of adventure and friendship! The Boar Knight is a story suitable for All Ages. Please consider joining our Patreon team for early releases, bonus songs, and other goodies: http://Patreon.com/foolandscholar Free Transcripts are also available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/73732905?pr=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 1, 2022

The Cruxmont council of elders convenes and fates are decided. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson Roger Alhill – David Ault Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan William Burdon –Paul O’Shea Margaret Moss – Eleanor Beck Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer Winifred – Suzie Martin Driver – Andy Cresswell Jess – Gemma Amor Admin – Drew Johnson Dr. Erin Dannecker – Lauren Clare Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Memory Loss, References to Suicide, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 2022

Neal and Gwen are confronted as they attempt to leave Cruxmont. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Roger Alhill – David Ault Dr. Leslie Boden– Sally Walker-Taylor Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Body Horror, Loss (spouse + familial), Memory Loss, References to Suicide, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery, Self-loathing, Therapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 4, 2022

Pursued by villagers, Gwen, Neal, and Colin rush to escape the hellish chambers beneath Cruxmont. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Roger Alhill – David Ault Myles – Tim Lee Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer William Burdon – Paul O’Shea Deep Elder – Travis Vengroff Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal "The Tale of the Bear King" Written by Ryan McQuinn , Lyrics by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff, Vocals by David Devereux, Accordion by Travis Vengroff, Fiddle, Flute, Cello, & Trombone by Studio Pros Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Attribution License: https://freesound.org/people/tivui64/sounds/587257/ Content Warnings: Body Horror, Claustrophobia, Drowning (plums), Loss (familial), Mouth Noises, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery, Vomit (3:10-3:30, & 9:10-9:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 2022

Gwen explores the maze of catacombs beneath the church while Neal looks for a means to escape whatever waits for them beneath Cruxmont. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Roger Alhill – David Ault Ari - Fiona Thraille Hope – Lauren Clare Maisie Kingston – Elizabeth Green Shop Owner – David Devereux Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Loss (familial), Memory Loss, Mouth Noises, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 16, 2022

Neal wakes in an unfamiliar environment, while Gwen bumps into the Constable. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Vendor 1 – Eleanor Beck Winifred – Suzie Martin Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal "Sunkissed" - Written & Performed by Laura Greaves & Benjamin Townsend Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Memory Loss, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery, References to Suicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 2, 2022

Gwen and Neal investigate the festival, its people, and surroundings. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle George – Roger Bowmer Julia – Sarah Golding Roger Alhill – David Ault Rehab Nurse – Vic Ramirez Gloria Alhill – Erika Sanderson Villager 1 – Tim Lee Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal " Plum Festival Procession " - Drums by Dayn Leonardson "Who Knows", "Lost and Found", "Barcelona" - Written & Performed by Laura Greaves & Benjamin Townsend Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Serious Debt, References to Substance Abuse / Recovery, References to Suicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 19, 2022

Gwen explores the church grounds while Neal sees a familiar face at the festival. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan Reverend John – Marcus Bentley Geoff – Jack Waterman Tourist 1 – Drew Johnson Mike – Dan Pye Roger Alhill – David Ault Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal "Harvest Nu Here" - Music by Travis Vengroff with Lyrics by K.A. Statz , Featuring The Voice Male Choir , Erika Sanderson, and Hem Cleveland, and with Choir Director Jon Doran " Plum Festival Procession " - Drums by Dayn Leonardson Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Memory Loss, References to Suicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 5, 2022

Gwen and Neal face the consequences of their actions. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Piper Wells – Liz D'Alessio Farmer – Hem Cleveland Mr. Ernest Harper - Sean Daniel Francis Madame Dolores - Sarah Rhea Werner Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Sound Effects: (attribution) https://freesound.org/people/GoodListener/sounds/322451/ Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Drowning, Loss, Overdose, Self Harm, Substance Abuse, Suicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 14, 2022

Gwen and Neal narrow down their theories at the Cruxmont village record office, while bending a few rules. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Winifred – Suzie Martin Mike – Dan Pye Amy – Becky Lindsay Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Memory Loss, Self Harm, Suicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 2022

Gwen's secret is revealed and the search for information continues at the Cruxmont village record office, located inside the old library. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Piper Wells – Liz D'Alessio Winifred – Suzie Martin Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Gaslighting, Memory Loss, Substance Abuse (References) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 17, 2022

Neal & Dr. Kingston pass out flyers at the church and hear the legend of the Great Fox. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Austin Beach Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Colin Mitchell – Preston Yeung Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Reverend John – Marcus Bentley Roger Alhill – David Ault Mrs. Worth –Lesley Saint-John Myles – Tim Lee Elder Villager – Sarah Golding Male Villager – Paul O'Shea Music: "Missing Persons" & "Fun with Friends" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: None Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 3, 2022

Neal & Dr. Kingston begin their investigation into Cruxmont's orchards and meet the town's constable. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Additional Dialogue Editing by Sarah Buchynski Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demeri Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer Millie – Erika Sanderson Constable Noah Gordon – Sinclair Belle Roger Alhill – David Ault Music: "Missing Persons" & "Fun with Friends" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Sound Effects: (attribution) https://freesound.org/people/tivui64/sounds/587257/ https://freesound.org/people/YleArkisto/sounds/338055/ Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Bullying, Depression, Intimidation (Police), Self Harm (references) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 19, 2022

While on their way to Cruxmont, Neal & Dr. Kingston come across a body on the road. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Millie – Erika Sanderson Mary Birch – Sue Bowmer Geoff – Jack Waterman Mike – Dan Pye Amy – Becky Lindsay Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Dance with the Ghosts" - Written and Performed by Scott Arc "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Sound Effects: (attribution) https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/343763/ https://freesound.org/people/tivui64/sounds/587257/ Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Chris Luhrs | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Bullying, Car Crash, Self Harm, Substance Abuse, Terrible Fashion & Poor Life Choices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 5, 2022

Dr. Gwen Kingston's patient has a miraculous recovery while Neal travels to Cruxmont, England to search for his missing brother. Credits: Written and Created by K. A. Statz Produced and Directed with Sound Design and Editing by Travis Vengroff Executive Producers Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Editing, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering by Dayn Leonardson Script Consulting by Gemma Amor Script Editing by W. K. Statz Casting Assistance by Newtown Artist Management Ltd Cast: Dr. Gwendolyn (Gwen) Kingston – Adjoa Andoh Neal Mitchell – Daniel Demerin Adelaide Birch – Erika Sanderson Taylor Mallory – Heather McLellan Andrew – Andy Cresswell Phone Voice – Tanja Milojevic Lani – Penny Scott Andrews Brian – Daniel Matthews Abby – Robin Howell Rose – Sarah Golding Music: "Missing Persons" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin "Old Cruxmont" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin , Budapest Strings Recorded by Musiversal Cover Art by Abigail Spence Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | Ian Stephenson - Simpson Street Studios | Steve Chase - ID Audio This is a Fool and Scholar Production We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dont-mind-64722163 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Content Warnings: Car Crash, Memory Loss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 2022

The Little Places Travel Journal Podcast explores quiet Cruxmont, and Neal receives an important voicemail. Credits: Written by K. A. Statz Produced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directed by Travis Vengroff Executive Producer Dennis Greenhill Mixing & Mastering by Brandon Strader Script Editing by W. K. Statz Script & Casting Consulting by Gemma Amor Cast: Molly Dolman – Holly Billinghurst Colin Mitchell – Preston Yueng "Shimmering Lights" – Written and Performed by Punchdeck "Elevation" – Written and Performed by Steven Melin Cover Art by Abigail Spence This is a Fool and Scholar Production . We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of fan support! Please support us on Patreon: h ttps://www.patreon.com/FoolandScholar Free Transcripts are available: https://www.patreon.com/posts/60848863 Check out our Merch: https://www.foolandscholar.com/store Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | W.K. Statz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 24, 2021

The Teaser for Don't Mind Cruxmont - A new English mystery podcast. Edited with Sound Design by Travis Vengroff & Dayn Leonardson Mixed by Dayn Leonardson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices