Slowly Unspooling

The Reckoning

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Kai's and Adrien's search for answers leads them to someone who might have them, but as their grip on reality unravels, Kai begins to question their own past and connection to The Company.

The deeper they dig, the more the lines blur--what is real, and what has always been?

Content Warnings: unreality, memory loss, psycolohical distress, paranoia, body horror, brief mention of past medical trauma.

This episode includes sounds of gore at:

Transcript can be found here.

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai

Kori Davis as Adrien

Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Lumi Oakes as Jess

Tal Minear as Ryan

Music is by Aubrey Poppleton, find more of their music at soundcloud.com/poppletron

Sound effects are courtesy or Zapsplat and Pixabay

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The Promotion

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:00:04 GMT

Kai’s world tilts further into chaos when they receive another unsettling email—one that reveals more of the company’s twisted hierarchy. Adrien’s warnings grow darker as the truth inches closer: Kai might not just be a victim but something more. As questions of trust fracture their fragile alliance, a revelation from Lyssa points them toward a chilling new lead. Are they unraveling the threads of a nightmare, or becoming part of it?

CW: Psychological horror, paranoia, existential dread, implied unreality, unsettling audio.

Transcript can be found here.

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai

Haze Peers as The Supervisor

Kori Davis as Adrien

Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Music is by Aubrey Poppleton, find more of their work at soundcloud.com/poppletron.

Sound effects courtesy of Zapsplat and Pixabay.

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The Inquisition

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Kai dives deeper into Adrien’s videos, uncovering Adrien's past of surveillance and tension. As the videos unfold, unsettling connections to Kai’s emerge, challenging their perception of reality. The pressure mounts as Adrien’s cryptic warnings come into focus: what secrets lie within these videos, and at what cost will the truth come?

Content Warnings: Mentions of emotional manipulation, workplace stress, and implied self-doubt.

Transcript can be found here.

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai
Simon Brooks as Lyssa
Lumi Oakes as Jess
Kori Davis as Adrien

Music by Aubrey Poppleton — explore more at soundcloud.com/poppletron.

Sound effects sourced from Zapsplat and Pixabay.

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The Exchange

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:00:53 GMT

Kai grapples with the mystery of Adrien's flash drive, where haunting videos unlock buried memories and unresolved fears. As the duo delves into the chilling recordings, they uncover unsettling parallels between their experiences. But when Adrien hints at a deeper, darker truth, Kai must decide: can they embrace Adrien's cryptic warnings, or will they take matters into their own hands, risking everything?

Content Warnings: Psychological manipulation, memory loss, references to medical trauma, suicide mentions, and unsettling audio/visual descriptions.

Transcript can be found here.

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai
Kori Davis as Adrien
Haze Peers as The Supervisor
Celeste as The Assistant
Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Music by Aubrey Poppleton; explore more at soundcloud.com/poppletron.

Sound effects by Zapsplat and Pixabay.

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The Resurgence

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 18:00:05 GMT

Kai is haunted by the USB left behind by Adrien and a series of strange videos, they're forced to confront a past they thought they’d escaped. But as the lines between reality and manipulation blur, Kai must decide: face the haunting shadows or flee once more?

Transcript can be found here.

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai

Haze Peers as The Supervisor

Kori Davis as Adrien

Leslie Gideon as the Automated Voice

Music is by Aubrey Poppleton, find more of her music at soundcloud.com/poppletron

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The Student

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:00:55 GMT

Kai begins their new life with the hope that they've left the past behind. It’s the first day of a new semester, a fresh start in the wake of haunting memories. But the sense of unease builds as strange emails appear in their inbox, triggering old fears.

This episode includes a trailer for Before the Tone, a horror story told through voicemails and phone calls between two sisters, all about unraveling the dark secrets of Mack's new job. Find out more at www.knaveofhearts.com and by following Before the Tone where you listen to your shows and on tumblr @knaveofheartsad

Transcript found here

Featuring:

Aspen Rayne as Kai

Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Kori Davis as Adrien

Music is by Aubrey Poppleton, find more of her music at soundcloud.com/poppletron

Sound effects are courtesy of Zapsplat and Pixabay.

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0.3 - The Wake Up

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:00:13 GMT

Slowly Unspooling returns October 8th.

This trailer included:

Aspen Rayne as Kai

Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Chloe Stewart as Amelia

Pandora Potts as Dane

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Transcript can be found here

Sound effects and music for this episode is courtesy of Zapsplat.com

Excited to see you all in less than a month.

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The Awakening

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:00:05 GMT

Lyssa grapples with a mysterious tape and the possibilities within, Kai's uncertain awakening, and the shadows of a haunting past.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai, Haze Peers as Jean, and Simon Brooks as Lyssa.

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Content Warnings: medical trauma, family conflict, emotional distress, and the exploration of unsettling messages, implied suicidal possibility

Transcript found here

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The Discovery

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 18:00:00 GMT

Tensions rise, Kai struggles to understand the unfathomable situation they've found themselves in, while the tapes they received are coming to an end. Journey with Kai as they try to wrap this mystery up once and for all.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai, Celeste as The Assistant, Haze Peers as The Supervisor, Kat Hatherlee as The Director, Lumi Oakes as Jess, and Simon Brooks as Lyssa.

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Content Warnings: Unresponsiveness and fainting, Medical emergency, Tense and unsettling situations, Eerie and mysterious elements, Mind-bending and surreal experiences

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The Revelation

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:00:32 GMT

In this episode of "Slowly Unspooling," Kai has an unexpected meeting with someone who promises answers, But perhaps they weren't the answer Kai asked for, or wanted. Both Kai's will have to grapple with the new information and what it means for them personally. Truths are revealed and uncertainties increase.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai and Kat Hatherlee as The Director

Credit goes to Pixabay.com and Zapsplat.com for the sound effects and music featured in the episode as well as Artificial Emotions by Tim Kulig. Find more of his music here

Content Warnings: Strong Language, Psychological Distress, Existential Uncertainty, workplace stress, identity crisis, depersonalization

Transcript available here

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The Intervention

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:00:36 GMT

In this episode of "Slowly Unspooling," tensions rise as Kai's obsession with mysterious tapes threatens their well-being and relationships with Lyssa and Jess. Kai's determination to uncover the truth becomes a source of concern for those who care about them, leading to a difficult ultimatum. As the episode unfolds, we see the struggle between Kai's need to finish the tapes and the desperate attempts of their loved ones to help them. With uncertain consequences looming, the story takes a gripping turn that leaves us wondering about the tapes' true significance and Kai's path forward.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai, Simon Brooks as Lyssa, and Lumi Oakes as Jess

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Content Warnings: Strong Language, Psychological Distress, Emotional Intensity, Mental Health Struggles, Disordered Eating

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The Meeting

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:00:00 GMT

Suspense builds as Kai faces the consequences of their actions at work, including a tense meeting with The Supervisor. Questions linger in the air, the plot thickens, and the mysteries deepen.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai, Celeste as The Assistant, and Haze Peers as The Supervisor

Credit goes to Pixabay.com and Zapsplat.com for the sound effects and music featured in the episode.

Content Warnings: Workplace Stress, suspense, mental health, uncertainty, implied surveillance, corporate environment, sound distortion, sudden noise, mild profanity

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The Accusations

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:00:35 GMT

Kai's life takes an unexpected turn in this gripping episode of Slowly Unspooling. The mysterious tapes continue to unravel their secrets, and Kai finds themself struggling to distinguish reality from the enigmatic world of these recordings. As they delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding the tapes, they are forced to face the unsettling feeling of disconnection from their own life. While a not-entirely unexpected phone call leaves them stunned.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai, Simon Brooks as Lyssa, and Haze Peers as Rielly

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Content Warnings: mental health struggles, memory loss, harassment, intrusion, job loss, emotional distress, strong language

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The Mistake

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:00:19 GMT

Follow Kai as they confront a cascade of missed calls, viral mishaps, and haunting tapes that shatter the borders of reality. With their job and sanity on the line, Kai delves into a perplexing labyrinth of apologies and enigmatic recordings.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai and Simon Brooks as Lyssa

Credit goes to Pixabay.com and Zapsplat.com for the sound effects and music featured in the episode.

Content Warnings: Emotional Distress and Family Conflict, Workplace Stress and Pressure, Mentions of Mental Health and Psychiatric Evaluation, Existential Themes, Distorted Audio, Lack of Support, References to Violence and Injury

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The Messages

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 18:00:05 GMT

In this riveting episode, we dive headfirst into Kai's mind-boggling adventure within the mysterious walls of their workplace. Kai spills their guts to a trusty recorder, baring all their deepest thoughts and feelings. But wait till you see what's in store! Mysterious messages and a freaky feeling of being watched take our protagonist on a mind-bending journey.

CONTENT WARNINGS: Emotional distress, work-related stress, Existential Anxiety, Sleep Deprivation/Insomnia, Mental Health Struggles, Self doubt, isolation, work related pressure, confusion, ear strain/audio distortions

This episode features Aspen Rayne as Kai.

Transcript available at: https://www.slowlyunspooling.com/transcripts

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The Doors

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 18:00:49 GMT

Kai faces distressing silence from Lyssa while trying to make sense of the mysterious tapes that have disrupted their life. Despite encountering skepticism from others, Kai persists in their quest for answers. As they delve deeper into the tapes, they discover a perplexing address that leads them to take a risky step. However, the encounter only leaves them with more questions, fueling their determination to uncover the truth. Join Kai as they navigate through confusion, doubt, and a growing sense of urgency.

Stay tuned for this intriguing episode, where secrets and revelations await!

Content Warnings: Anxiety, Emotional Distress, Paranoia, confusion, isolation, intrusive thoughts, mention of the potential of gun violence, audio manipulation (loud static and distortion effects), mentions of kidnapping, toxic workplace procedures.

This episode features Aspen Rayne as Kai and Ava and Simon Brooks as Lyssa.

Transcript available at: https://www.slowlyunspooling.com/transcripts

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The Tapes

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 18:00:40 GMT

Kai's life takes a sudden turn when mysterious tapes arrive, seemingly recorded by Kai themself. As Kai delves deeper into the unsettling recordings, they find themselves caught in a web of confusion, paranoia, and unreality. With their relationship with Lyssa strained and an eerie workplace environment, Kai struggles to uncover the truth behind these tapes and the intentions of the unknown sender. As the tension mounts, questions arise about manipulation, gaslighting, and the blurred boundaries between reality and fiction.

Content Warnings for this episode: Tense Family Conversation, psychological distress, unreality, possible stalking, mental health issues, gaslighting/manipulation, work related stress, sleep difficulties

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Thank you for lending us your ears. We invite you to brace yourself for an unforgettable journey. Tune in and let the terror begin.

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0.2 - The End

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:00:45 GMT

Escape into a world of gripping horror as Kai fights to survive, desperately seeking an escape from their relentless pursuers. Their frantic cries for help echo through the darkness, yearning for someone to heed their plea.

Prepare yourself for Slowly Unspooling, an upcoming spine-chilling podcast that unveils Kai's harrowing quest for truth. Immerse yourself in a twisted narrative that will leave you on the edge of your seat, craving more.

Stay tuned to our captivating website, www.slowlyunspooling.com, and follow us on Tumblr at https://www.tumblr.com/blog/slowly-unspooling for exciting updates on the highly anticipated release date of Season 1.

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For your convenience and safety, we provide transcripts and Content Warnings at www.slowlyunspooling.com/transcripts.

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Thank you for lending us your ears. We invite you to brace yourself for an unforgettable journey. Tune in and let the terror begin.

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0.1 - Missed Calls

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:00:17 GMT

“You’ve reached Kai. I can’t come to the phone right now.”

Lyssa has received some interesting tapes. But she can’t get a hold of her sibling Kai and has become increasingly concerned.

Featuring Aspen Rayne as Kai and Simon Brooks as Lyssa.

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