ILLUSIONOID

S10E12: THE SMILE

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT

It’s our season finale and we’re going out with a big grin… so big that it compels you to do whatever you’re told! When this power is bestowed on a man, will he use it for good or evil… and has it been passed down to his son? Say cheese and greet your terrible future with the most powerful weapon at your disposal…. THE SMILE!

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S10E11: YESTERDAY WAS MONDAY

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Painful memories are a thing of the past thanks to a new erasing technique! But what happens when they remove the memories that are the foundation of who you are? And what if you are… a murderer? Swipe right for the best date you’ll ever have, free of reminders of the past! But remember… YESTERDAY WAS MONDAY!

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S10E10: APOCALYPSE ENGINE

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A friendly prank leads to deadly warfare as a souped-up rocket goes out of control! Can these two antagonists remain friends, or will their rivalry lead us all to certain doom? It’s time to get all revved up for our latest audio adventure… APOCALYPSE ENGINE!!

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S10E09: PARADISE SYNDROME

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A trip to the doctor reveals a sinister parasite invading a man’s mind… but he’s seems fine with it! Can the doctor get rid of this mental intruder before he loses his chance at a normal life? Does he even want one? The diagnosis is adventure as we take all precautions against PARADISE SYNDROME!

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S10E08: THE TRADE-INS

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

What’s to become of an android past its prime? When it has outlived its usefulness? When it has outlived its owners? Can Googlon and his new friend find a new life that is worth more than simple office supplies? Tune in and walk a mile in the metal shows of THE TRADE-INS!

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S10E07: THE NEW EXHIBIT

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

It’s time for a field trip to a museum and the latest exhibit it one that will send you for a loop… through time! Can our heroes make it back to the future without ruining the present? Can they get the air conditioning to work? Find out as we bravely enter THE NEW EXHIBIT!

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S10E06: MEET THE GALACTIC PRESS

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Science has an announcement…. we’re all going to die in about 12 minutes. Is this a product of science gone wrong, or are there more personal problems behind this? Is this a huge cover-up for something even worse than the end of the world? Have your questions ready! It’s time to MEET THE GALACTIC PRESS!

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S10E05: IS THERE ANYBODY THERE?

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Alone on a deserted plain, a man wanders hoping to find a shred of humanity. But when it finds him… and another finds him… and they all find a shed… what does it all mean? Make sure to bring lots to drink on this journey into desolate madness as we ponder the question… IS THERE ANYBODY THERE?

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S10E04: THE FLOWERING OF THE STRANGE ORCHID

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A meeting of The Secret Society of Strange Old Men allows a glimpse into their private lives and the business of their wives… who dabble in their own eerie habits! Today’s agenda is… gardening! But what trouble will blossom from this cabal of cackling crones? Take a good long whiff of the smell of doom as we await THE FLOWERING OF THE STRANGE ORCHID!

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S10E03: THE REMARKABLE CASE OF DAVIDSON'S EYES

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 15:32:18 GMT

One man’s eye exam allows him visions of the future, but the certainty of that future is still a blur. Will this affect his marriage? Will it affect his order at Red Lobster? Will it affect all of humanity? Squint your ears toward our latest adventure: THE REMARKABLE CASE OF DAVIDSON’S EYES!

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S10E02: THE UNDERSEA PAWNS

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A captain and his crew set sail for trouble aboard out latest adventure. Will the captain find what he’s searching for? Will the crew discover they are being used? Will democratic voting ever stick in international waters? See what answers emerge as we dive into THE UNDERSEA PAWNS!

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S10E01: THE MONSTERS ARE DUE ON MAPLE STREET

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

It’s Season Ten of Illusionoid and what better way too kick it off than with a dinner party? Everyone’s invited, even… The Monsters? Everyone better prepare for their arrival, as it’s not just a promotion at stake… it’s YOUR FUTURE!

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S09E12: WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 11:00:29 GMT

When the suits at Carstairs Laboratories need entertainment for their corporate retreat, they turn towards magic! But the dark arts can lead to darker things, and this magician is a master of mystery. Will he be the act they need, … Continue reading →

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S09E11: GHOST IN THE PANTRY

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 11:00:53 GMT

Holiday baking can be hard… but when hidden memories rise to the surface it makes it even harder! Can a simple baker find the root of his childhood trauma? Will he be forever haunted by the pie not taken? Is … Continue reading →

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S09E10: DREADFUL GATE

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 12:08:50 GMT

You reap what you sow! Also, you are what you eat? If you are a bitter gardener, are you harvesting yourself? Can you open your heart to change? Can you learn to plant already-stewed food? Is Illusionoid what’s for dinner? … Continue reading →

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S09E09: IDENTICAL QUINN

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 11:17:37 GMT

In the future, the army needs scientists that know what they are doing. Sadly, Quinn and Randy are not those scientists. But will a freak accident show them the way to success through the sincerest form of flattery… imitation? And … Continue reading →

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S09E08: A NICE PLACE TO VISIT

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 10:00:33 GMT

Space tourism will be the wave of the future for us! But when it’s already boring, will we go too far to make things interesting? Join Phalon as he travels to a remote planet to find a little excitement… and … Continue reading →

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S09E07: DOWN AND OUT ON ELL-FIVE PRIME

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 11:00:01 GMT

It’s the morning after, the taste of grain alcohol is in your mouth, you can’t remember anything, and you’ve woken up on the wrong side of the… PLANET? What happened? Does everyone have all of their body parts? Is Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S09E06: DAY OF THE MIRROR (LIVE)

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 11:34:48 GMT

It’s time for a Podcast Exchange! We guested on The Spooked Podcast (available HERE) and now they guest on ours! Recorded live at The Social Capital Theatre, it’s a tale of reflection as a father and son discover how perplexing a … Continue reading →

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S09E05: SIGN OF MAGUS – A MAX MAGUS MYSTERY

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 11:00:51 GMT

It’s the original Max Magus Mystery! Forget Doctor Strange, Max is the most mystic! When the forces of evil combine science and magic for their own diabolical means, there’s only one person that can thwart them… MAX MAGUS! With his Asian … Continue reading →

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S09E04: THE MANGLED FACE (of Steve Buscemi) OF B-19

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 11:00:44 GMT

LIVE from the Ted Rogers Hot Docs Cinema, it’s CBC’s Podcast Playlist and their first-ever live show! We’re presenting the Illusionoid portion of it as an all-new episode for your earholes! Based on suggestions from the live audience, we embark … Continue reading →

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S09E03: THE DILEMMA DILEMMA

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 13:32:58 GMT

Trapped between a rock and a hard place… facing a double bind… all options unpleasant… and Illusionoid behind them all? Join the crew of the USS Dilemma as they have to make the hardest (and sexiest?) choice of all! Plug … Continue reading →

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S09E02: INFINITY SAUSAGE MINUS ONE

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 13:22:22 GMT

Science discovers an immense sausage in space that goes on forever! One scientist wants to study it and find his missing family… but mysterious agents want it for their own, devious designs. Who will succeed? Will boy meet grill? Is … Continue reading →

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S09E01: THE TUBES OF MERCURY

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:00:15 GMT

Digging up the dirt means digging up trouble for a new transit system on Mercury! Can these robot miners get the tunnels dug in time for a major wedding, or will they unearth some major disaster? Discover what lies beneath … Continue reading →

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S08E12: DOOM SEED

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 10:00:54 GMT

A case of mistaken identity leads to the garden of evil as two men plant the crop that could spell the end of the Earth! Will they reap what they sow, or will humanity find its way through the thick … Continue reading →

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S08E11: THE GREAT SPACE PRISON CAPER

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 12:00:24 GMT

Prisons of the future are impenetrable! Can one man, armed only with his skilled friends, save the woman he loves from such a fortress? And where is ILLUSIONOID’s evil tendril in all of this? It’s THE GREAT SPACE PRISON CAPER! … Continue reading →

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S08E10: THE DONKEY PARADOX

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 11:00:18 GMT

Soon mathematics and donkeys will collide… so there are bound to a be a few problems. Especially with the amount of jackasses the future will produce. Can a few scholars find the solution to this perplexing problem? Will Illusionoid use … Continue reading →

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S08E09: CREEPING CORRIDOR

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 11:00:01 GMT

Haunted houses are the worst! But never more so than on this terrifying night. Two young men stumble into a living labyrinth of supernatural activity. Does the key to Illusionoid’s creation lie in the world of magic or science… OR … Continue reading →

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S08E08: A GAME OF POOL

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:00:03 GMT

It’s an all-new unscripted audio adventure brought to you by Antica Productions! Dwight can’t find anyone else to play him at billiards! Will his desire to be the best be his ultimate downfall? Is Illusionoid racking us all up behind the … Continue reading →

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S08E07: GIANTMAN!

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 10:00:35 GMT

We’re back for more unscripted adventure on the Antica Podcast Network! A trip to a rare book store leads to big trouble for Jeffrey! Follow one small man with huge problems as his life grows out of control! Magic, mystery, and … Continue reading →

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S08E06: COSTIGAN’S NEEDLE

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 11:38:10 GMT

It’s another episode of Illusionoind on the Antica Podcast Network! A paradox machine is/was/will be built. What secrets will it uncover… or has it uncovered… or will it once had uncovered? And where/when/why is Illusionoid the product of this infernal … Continue reading →

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S08E05: SHADOW PLAY

Wed, 31 May 2017 12:06:08 GMT

Antica Productions brings you Illusionoid! Act well your part; there all the HORROR lies! Is theatre art or artifice? Will this show be a success or a flop? Did Illusionoid write this nonsense? Two performers find out that opening night may … Continue reading →

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S08E04: THE SUITCASE OF CRANIO

Wed, 24 May 2017 11:00:22 GMT

One suitcase. Three men. One owner. Inside: “The Ultimate”. Can Kevin 14 ensure the suitcase doesn’t fall into the wrong hands? Will mysterious forces prevent him from doing so? Will a wily woman be his downfall? Is Illusionoid behind it … Continue reading →

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S08E03: PROJECT MASTODON

Wed, 17 May 2017 11:00:40 GMT

General Hardass is back in action! With his trusty right hand man, he takes his heli-carrier to a mysterious island where even more mysterious things are happening. One madman makes a mistake of MAMMOTH magnitudes! Is there no end to … Continue reading →

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S08E02: PANTS OF ETERNITY

Wed, 10 May 2017 10:00:04 GMT

Antica presents Illusionoid! The future holds many wondrous treasures but none so sporty as the Pants of Eternity. A secret society forces a young man to fetch the everlasting slacks for their own evil ends. Will mankind walk the path … Continue reading →

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S08E01: DEATH’S HEAD REVISITED

Wed, 03 May 2017 12:00:39 GMT

ILLUSIONOID RETURNS ON THE ANTICA PODCAST NETWORK! And we kick off our 8th season with some teenage kicks! A millennial millionaire makes a visit to a tech company for possible investment opportunities… but does he become too invested in the … Continue reading →

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S07E12: DAY MILLION

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 11:00:46 GMT

It’s the finale of our first season with Antica Productions! And we are celebrating with a tale of time-shifting terror! It’s the one millionth day of business for a photocopy shop! When The Man In The White Suit stops by … Continue reading →

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S07E11: THE ARCHAEOLOGIST OF MARKHAM (LIVE)

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 11:00:43 GMT

It’s another live episode of Illusionoid, LIVE from Comedy Bar in Toronto! This time with special guest, star of Red Oaks and Blindspot, ENNIS ESMER! A routine dig under Pacific Mall leads to trouble for a couple of historians. With … Continue reading →

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S07E10: IN SPACE, NO ONE CAN HEAR YOU KILL

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:12:33 GMT

Antica presents Illusionoid! Based on a title submitted by listener Jeremy Ricker of Mosheim, Tenessee, it’s a terrifying tale of travel through the stars! A mission of colonization begins and each person must play their role… but what if one person … Continue reading →

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S07E09: THE SENATOR’S BEEN SHOT! – A MAX MAGUS MYSTERY

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 11:34:09 GMT

It’s another Illusionoid episode brought to you by Antica Productions! When a political assassination involves mystical portals and REAL magic bullets, who can be called in investigate? Max Magus and his assistant Wong! Join our heroes as they sling mud … Continue reading →

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S07E08: THE ARRIVAL (LIVE)

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 12:00:42 GMT

Illusionoid returns to Comedy Bar for a live episode with special guest Alice Moran (Sunnyside, Too Much Information)! The lab is closed for another night and two scientists get up to no good after hours… but what could be a … Continue reading →

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S07E07: PLAGUE SHIP

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 10:00:44 GMT

Antica Productions presents Illusionoid! When two deliverymen transport a deadly virus on a luxury space ship, what could possibly go wrong? Unless they cross paths with an ancient man with deadly plans of his own, of course. Can anyone survive … Continue reading →

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S07E06: FIVE CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN EXIT (LIVE)

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 12:00:27 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre, it’s an all-new unscripted audio adventure from Illusionoid! A randomly selected title from a Twilight Zone compendium sends us heading for the exits with our special guest: You Gotta Eat Here host John Catucci! … Continue reading →

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S07E05: FOUR ROADS TO DOOMSDAY

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 12:00:34 GMT

Antica Productions brings you the latest season of ILLUSIONOID! When every way you turn faces certain doom, where else can you go? Three men meet at a crossroads… literally and LITERALLY… and must decide their fates. But who are they? Can … Continue reading →

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S07E04: WHITHER SATURN?

Wed, 15 Feb 2017 12:00:18 GMT

In the future, explorers from Earth will travel to Saturn… but to what end and why? What awaits them could mean the end of all mankind… and how does this connect to ILLUSIONOID? Find out in the 4th episode: “Whither … Continue reading →

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S07E03: THE RIP VAN WINKLE CAPER (LIVE)

Wed, 08 Feb 2017 12:30:12 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre, it’s an all-new unscripted audio adventure from Illusionoid! A randomly selected title from a Twilight Zone compendium kicks us off into oblivion with our special guest star, Orphan Black‘s Kristian Bruun! When a sleep … Continue reading →

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S07E02: THE SECOND DIMENSION OF MADNESS

Mon, 30 Jan 2017 12:00:30 GMT

Research has always led to discovery, but one man’s obsession leads to disaster! Can a single professor take down an entire university with his maniacal ideas? Will finding his way back to the 3rd dimension make him feel whole again? … Continue reading →

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S07E01: TIME GOAT

Mon, 23 Jan 2017 07:00:00 GMT

It's our first season on the Antica Podcast Network, so we're kicking it off with one of our best! In the future, farms will be exactly as they are now. But what we farm could bring devastation to time itself... and bring about the creation of ILLUSIONOID! Behold the haunting bleat of TIME GOAT!

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S06E10: THE FOUR OF US ARE DYING

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:25:06 GMT

Four friends find folly in the forecast of a fair fortune teller. But when one suddenly drops dead can the rest be far behind? Is the future written in stone, or will one warm pair of pants save the day? … Continue reading →

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S06E09: Best of Illusionoid – SILENT NIGHT, HOLY SHIT!

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 15:54:23 GMT

It’s a busy holiday, so please enjoy this festive BEST OF episode of Illusionoid! Future Christmases will be marred by the arrival of the Platypodians! Can a few human survivors make it a happy holiday amongst the atomic waste and … Continue reading →

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S06E08: 100 YARDS OVER THE RIM

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 18:35:08 GMT

It’s time for sports! Two basketball players celebrate their recent retirement with a drink… but what’s in that drink tastes like DOOM! Will their first game back be sudden death for us all? And is Illusionoid the mixologist in this cocktail of … Continue reading →

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S06E07: MOTHER HOUSE (LIVE AT GUELPH COMEDY FESTIVAL)

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 20:16:38 GMT

Coming at you from the Guelph Comedy Festival it’s another live Illusionoid episode! With special guests Hayley Kellett, and The Templeton Philharmonic (Gwynne Phillips and Briana Templeton)! Join us as we take a tour of an old house with even … Continue reading →

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S06E06: THE KNEE NAPE OF TOKYO (LIVE AT GUELPH COMEDY FESTIVAL)

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 14:46:18 GMT

Live from the Guelph Comedy Festival, it’s an all-new audio adventure that you can believe in! A precious artifact must be found, and it can only be found through the power of belief… and Uber? Find out what moist secrets … Continue reading →

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S06E05: MAX MAGUS AND THE MAROON ROSETTA STONE (LIVE AT BIG CITY IMPROV FEST)

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 16:05:08 GMT

The Sorcerer Stupendous returns! When archaeologists discover a deep chasm in the Earth and one goes missing, only the Premiere Prestidigitator can save the day! But what of the strange Maroon Rosetta Stone? And what’s all this about badgers? Can … Continue reading →

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S06E04: THE BADGER (LIVE AT BIG CITY IMPROV FEST)

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 13:32:04 GMT

HOT OFF THE PRESSES, IT’S FROZEN ADVENTURE! Live from Comedy Bar for Big City Improv Festival in Toronto, Illusionoid returns for more improvised audio mayhem based on audience suggestions! Three men have just discovered something. Since the previous ice age it … Continue reading →

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S06E03: THE ODYSSEY OF FLIGHT 33

Tue, 04 Oct 2016 20:53:08 GMT

Our first in-studio adventure of the season! Based on the title of a Twilight Zone episode, it’s high adventure in the skies! Two friends on a trans-continental flight find out their destination isn’t just delayed… it’s disappeared! Will they ever … Continue reading →

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S06E02: THE GREY GOO QUASAR (LIVE)

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 16:08:50 GMT

We’re back! Live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto! First we’ll chat with special guest Ashley Botting about her work on Odd Squad and her upcoming tour with Second City’s Guide To The Symphony. THEN we create a title … Continue reading →

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S06E01: THE NIGHT JOURNEY (LIVE)

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 13:39:31 GMT

Season six begins! LIVE at The Social Capital Theatre it’s ILLUSIONOID with special guest star Ashley Botting! We go on an errand of evil in search of… coffee? Bring your own bags as we embark upon THE NIGHT JOURNEY! Subscribe & … Continue reading →

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S05E26: TREACHEROUS PUCE (LIVE)

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 18:54:20 GMT

We’re back LIVE at The Social Capital with guests John Catucci and Krisitan Bruun! First, we’ll interview Kristian about his recent trip to San Diego Comic Con. Kristian tells us all about it… IN SONG?!? THEN, we do our own … Continue reading →

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S05E25: THE IMPOSSIBLE INVENTION (LIVE)

Wed, 10 Aug 2016 15:52:34 GMT

Another live show at The Social Capital with TWO amazing guests! We’ve got the host of Food Network Canada’s You Gotta Eat Here, John Catucci AND Oprhan Black‘s Donnie, Kristian Bruun! Then we flip open the ACKERMANTHOLOGY to get a … Continue reading →

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S05E24: THE REAR ADMIRAL’S PETTICOAT (LIVE)

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 17:13:53 GMT

Illusionoid returns to The Social Capital! First, we’ll interview Lauren Shorser about cephalopod intelligence! Man, if they’re so smart why are they an appetizer?? We’ll learn all about these squishy squids and what makes them tick. Then, our special guests … Continue reading →

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S05E23: I DIED TOMORROW (LIVE)

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:49:16 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, Illusionoid strikes again! And while Paul’s away the boys will play… with TWO special guests! We’re joined by Dan Redican, member of the legendary Canadian comedy troupe The Frantics, and Sunnyside TV … Continue reading →

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S05E22: BUILDING A BETTER TYPEWRITER REPAIRMAN (LIVE)

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 14:32:28 GMT

We’re back, live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto! First, we’ll interview Ammar Ijaz about being a human guinea pig! What goes through his brain when things are going through his brain? Then, using inspiration from that discussion, our … Continue reading →

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S05E21: THE SALEM HORROR (LIVE)

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 15:03:38 GMT

Another live show from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto! First, our friend, improviser, and author Marcel St. Pierre reads from his new book “Vengeful Hank and Other Shortweird Stories“! Then we are joined by Pat Thornton (Hotbox, Sunnyside, Match … Continue reading →

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S05E20: BETRAYER OF THE SOLAR KNIGHTS

Wed, 01 Jun 2016 13:00:38 GMT

It’s training day for the newest pledge of the Solar Knights! A routine mission to retrieve an orb and bring it back to it’s rightful place. But when someone within the sunny sentries isn’t what they seem the entire system … Continue reading →

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S05E19: THE BODY ODOR ACCOUNTANT (LIVE)

Tue, 17 May 2016 17:54:07 GMT

Coming at you LIVE from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s a brand-new unscripted audio adventure with Illusionoid! FIRST: we interview nanotechology student Dylan Glancy about a few small things… LITERALLY! Learn what’s being done to turn mice invisible … Continue reading →

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S05E18: THE TIME-TRAVELER’S CARRY-ON (LIVE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 16:24:21 GMT

Coming at you LIVE from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s a brand-new unscripted audio adventure with Illusionoid! Based on a Twitter suggestion from fan and show-attendee Maddox Campbell comes a tale of terrible temporal tribulations! Heed the rules … Continue reading →

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S05E17: THIS TRAGIC GLASS

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 21:36:17 GMT

It’s portal-opening time! But when your feelings are connected to the portal you open, can anything good be found? Fear, trepidation, and sadness are bound to be connected to your encounter. And what of the people on the other side… … Continue reading →

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S05E16: HER MAJESTY’S HEATED SEAT CUSHIONS (LIVE)

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 14:06:20 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s ILLUSIONOID! We interview author Kate Blair who has written a new book called Transferral! We’ll ask him what the hell that means! After that, we use a science textbook and a suggestion … Continue reading →

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S05E15: HENRY AND HIS GOON CHILD (LIVE)

Tue, 22 Mar 2016 15:43:18 GMT

Recorded LIVE at The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it’s a brand new unscripted audio adventure! Henry’s son is “special”, but no one suspects just HOW special! A grand cosmic adventure awaits the whole family in HENRY AND … Continue reading →

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S05E14: THE MOUSE RAN DOWN

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 22:24:36 GMT

A lab assistant’s day starts just like everyone else’s… with coffee! But when the local coffee shop becomes the testing ground for his big experiment, no amount of caffeine can save him! It’s a frothy new adventure with science, espresso, … Continue reading →

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S05E13: INSTRUMENTS & HELPS (LIVE)

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 22:22:23 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s ILLUSIONOID! We interview Kenway Yu who is a lawyer and has a degree in the History and Philosophy of Science! We’ll ask him what the hell that means! After that, we … Continue reading →

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S05E12: MY BOYFRIEND’S NAME IS JELLO (LIVE)

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 13:00:51 GMT

Live from The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s ILLUSIONOID! And our special guest is Canadian comedy newsman and all-around awesome guy Gavin Crawford! We pull out an old sci-fi magazine and get a random title to start the madness! … Continue reading →

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S05E11: THE VICEROY OF KLEISONIA

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:03:15 GMT

A meeting has been called and the search begins for a legendary lost continent. Many questions must be answered… Does it exist? Can anyone actually see it? How did you get the little map on that tablet thingy? Will Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S05E10: TWENTY-ONE, COUNTING UP

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:10:25 GMT

Time travel is here… or will be… or has been? A man comes to the past in search of a precious artifact… A FILM! Will he get what he needs to save the planet or will he be thwarted by himself… … Continue reading →

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S05E09: INDIGO OF CHARON (LIVE)

Tue, 29 Dec 2015 16:22:39 GMT

It’s the second live episode with special guest star Colin Mochrie! But before that, we interview University of Toronto astrophysicist Elliot Meyer! He answers questions about how the color of a planet can tell us what it’s made of, how … Continue reading →

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S05E08: A NIGHT ON THE BARBARY COAST

Tue, 15 Dec 2015 19:32:17 GMT

A trio of old friends meet in Northwest Africa to remember old times… but can they? And should they? And to whom do these memories belong? Illusionoid? A reunion turns to retribution as these men discover what price must be paid … Continue reading →

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S05E07: NIGHT OF THE LICORICE PEOPLE (LIVE)

Mon, 30 Nov 2015 18:26:49 GMT

Recorded LIVE at The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, it’s our latest adventure! Joined by special guest star Colin Mochrie! When two buddies on a road trip run out of gas, a trip to the gas station is a trip … Continue reading →

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S05E06: THE TISSUE-CULTURE KING

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 17:25:52 GMT

Tissue sales have flatlined! How will the world’s most prominent tissue company bounce back? Maybe infuse a little DNA into their product? What could go wrong? When one man controls all the tissues, will making a movie appease him? Will … Continue reading →

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S05E05: THREE TO A GIVEN STAR

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 23:16:22 GMT

It’s sacrifice time! When a death cult has dwindling membership, a new way must be tried… recruiting! Can three prospective sacrifices find replacements before midnight? Will the Star God be pleased? Is Illusionoid putting itself on a pedestal or will humanity … Continue reading →

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S05E04: THE MAN WITH THE STRANGE HEAD

Wed, 21 Oct 2015 21:23:59 GMT

When two men try to cover up a murder the results can be messy. But when a third man enters the fray it’s time to confess their crime… whether he likes it or not! Hear the tale of a boxing … Continue reading →

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S05E03: IN A PETRI DISH UPSTAIRS

Tue, 06 Oct 2015 02:42:44 GMT

Science can be messy… but can a mess be science? And what if that mess becomes sentient? It’s a total disaster as a single mistake leads to one giant problem that threatens to destroy a city! Take out the papers … Continue reading →

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S05E02: IN SPACE, NO ONE CAN HEAR YOU KILL

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 14:06:39 GMT

Based on a title submitted by listener Jeremy Ricker of Mossheim, Tenessee, it’s a terrifying tale of travel through the stars! A mission of colonization begins and each person must play their role… but what if one person refuses to … Continue reading →

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S05E01: DAY MILLION

Tue, 08 Sep 2015 18:14:03 GMT

Season FIVE of Illusionoid kicks off with a party! It’s the one millionth day of business for a photocopy shop! When The Man In The White Suit stops by to ask for a single copy of his strange paper, none … Continue reading →

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S04E26: CHROMATIC ABERRATION

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 23:20:06 GMT

A returning Professor Carstairs is at it again! This time he’s harnessing the power of the light spectrum and condensing it! Can this power bring about a bright future, or will it darken the doors of all who fall under … Continue reading →

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S04E25: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MULTIVAC

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 17:40:38 GMT

A vision to create the perfect vacuum leads to creating artificial intelligence! Is this appliance too smart for it’s own good? Can it be taught to clean up after itself as well as humanity? Is this the housekeeper for Illusionoid? … Continue reading →

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S04E24: DOWN AND OUT ON ELL-FIVE PRIME

Tue, 28 Jul 2015 01:02:20 GMT

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S04E23: THE SWEEPER OF LORAY

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 14:32:32 GMT

Space is a dirty place and someone’s got to clean it up. But when a crewman looks to have his problems swept away, is The Sweeper the person for the job? Are things even filthier than they seem? Does Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S04E22: MUGWUMP 4

Tue, 30 Jun 2015 11:54:10 GMT

Professor Carstairs has his assistant Jeff stick around for a routine patient checkup, but what happens next is anything but routine. What exactly is wrong with Mr. Philstein? How does that even show up on an x-ray? Is Illusionoid the … Continue reading →

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S04E21: FISH NIGHT (LIVE)

Wed, 17 Jun 2015 05:37:35 GMT

It’s another live unscripted audio adventure, recorded at The Social Capital Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. A regular night at a seaside diner goes horribly awry, and the empty eatery fills up with danger much too fast. Has the owner … Continue reading →

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S04E20: THE SENATOR’S BEEN SHOT! – A MAX MAGUS MYSTERY

Tue, 02 Jun 2015 14:37:21 GMT

When a political assassination involves mystical portals and REAL magic bullets, who can be called in investigate? Max Magus and his assistant Wong! Join our heroes as they sling mud and other substances as they try to find a killer … Continue reading →

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S04E19: THE SMELL OF LAVENDER: FURY AVENUE – LIVE

Tue, 19 May 2015 20:19:45 GMT

In a post-apocalyptic world where chaos reigns supreme, two men travel to find the one thing that this barren world values… lavender. Can they trust the only woman they find in the desert? Should they ride in this kangaroo’s pouch? … Continue reading →

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S04E18: THE DEMON IN THE DARKNESS

Wed, 06 May 2015 16:39:44 GMT

We’re going on an adventure… tour! Can two palaeontologists find more than just bones in a deep dark cave? Hidden deep within this tourist trap are secrets, spirits, and demons! Will they prevent this dastardly demon from conquering the world? … Continue reading →

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S04E17: THE ATOM BOMB THIEF (LIVE)

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 14:05:10 GMT

Atom bombs are missing, guards are in trouble, General Hardass has been called, and babies are being woken up! But will the bombs be found in time? Will an insane madman with a grudge destroy us all? Is Illusionoid a … Continue reading →

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S04E16: PLAGUE SHIP

Tue, 07 Apr 2015 13:27:44 GMT

When two deliverymen transport a deadly virus on a luxury space ship, what could possibly go wrong? Unless they cross paths with an ancient man with deadly plans of his own, of course. Can anyone survive the collision of these … Continue reading →

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S04E15: THE DILEMMA DILEMMA

Tue, 24 Mar 2015 15:20:20 GMT

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S04E14: GASSSS

Wed, 11 Mar 2015 16:31:18 GMT

Some water leaking? Pipes knocking? Possible gas leak? Call Allan, the Sensite! He’s the best electrical-plumber-furnace guy around! But when a single dad and his kids discover their leak is more than they imagined, Allan has an existential crisis in … Continue reading →

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S04E13: DOOM! WHAT IS THY SHAPE?

Wed, 25 Feb 2015 14:23:12 GMT

Doom takes many forms… but what about ANY form? One scientist has created a duplication technique using simple string, and it becomes whatever it touches! Once it touches the wrong hands it spirals out of control and into a world … Continue reading →

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S04E12: SALAMANDROID

Mon, 09 Feb 2015 22:55:05 GMT

All Bradley wanted was to pick up his son at choir practice… but staying late at work for one fateful flick of a switch creates a sticky situation of the robo-tilian kind! Professor Carstairs rears his evil head again as … Continue reading →

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S04E11: Best of Illusionoid: TANK REYNOLDS-MOLE MASTER

Thu, 29 Jan 2015 04:44:38 GMT

It’s a blast into the past of the future, as we revisit a favorite episode from Season One of Illusionoid! One man’s research into mysterious soil samples leads to the discovery of a sinister plot from beneath the earth… and … Continue reading →

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S04E10: THE CHASTITY BELT OF ATHENA (LIVE)

Thu, 15 Jan 2015 03:13:41 GMT

An archeological turns up a rare treasure… What secrets does it hold? What power? What is locked away behind it’s clasp? Could it be Illusionoid… or something worse? Recorded live at the Bad Dog Comedy Theatre in Toronto, with guests … Continue reading →

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S04E09: FIREWAVE OF THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE (LIVE)

Tue, 30 Dec 2014 04:36:50 GMT

Last Illusionoid of the year and we’re cleaning out our closets for a live episode recorded in August! Joined by Paul Constable, Roger Bainbridge, and Becky Johnson, it’s a time-twisting adventure with the Secret Society of Strange Men! Prophecies abound! … Continue reading →

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S04E08: GHOST IN THE PANTRY

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 19:27:32 GMT

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S04E07: VOYAGE TO THE INVISIBLE TOASTER (LIVE)

Tue, 02 Dec 2014 15:41:36 GMT

Illusionoid invades The Second City! Recorded live at Second City Toronto it’s out latest audio adventure! An expedition across space is waylaid by one man’s search for a legendary artifact. Is this a futile quest, or will an ancient power … Continue reading →

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S04E06: MYSTIC GRAPE

Tue, 18 Nov 2014 14:24:39 GMT

It’s time for another Max Magus adventure… all over again?! As Max and his trusty assistant Wong make an entry into his memory journal, one adventure seems to have slipped both of their minds! Will revisiting this lost weekend bring … Continue reading →

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S04E05: THE GASEOUS APOTHECARY (LIVE)

Mon, 03 Nov 2014 19:34:12 GMT

Recorded LIVE at The Bad Dog Comedy Theatre in Toronto on October 30th, 2014… it’s a DEVIL’S NIGHT tale of terror from Illusionoid! Joined by special guests Christy Bruce and Kris Siddiqi with live music and sound effects from Chris … Continue reading →

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S04E04: THE MANTS OF ST. FRANCIS (LIVE)

Tue, 21 Oct 2014 12:47:29 GMT

It’s another live Illusionoid adventure, hot off the presses from this week’s Big City Improv Festival in Toronto! And we’re joined by special guests Marty Adams (Hemlock Grove) and Kayla Lorette (The Sufferettes)!! Based on audience suggestions of “entomological neuroscience” … Continue reading →

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S04E03: KING OF THE BEATNIKS

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 12:21:47 GMT

It’s poetry night at the local coffee house, and a curious outsider arrives to see what it’s all about. Not only does he find out, he finds a hidden talent that will change his life forever, and possibly change to … Continue reading →

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S04E02: SHIELDERS OF THE RED QUASAR – LIVE

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 16:49:08 GMT

LIVE from the Bad Dog Comedy Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada it’s the latest episode of Illusionoid… with a HUGE guest star lineup! When Lee’s away the boys will STILL play! With Canadian Tire Guy Paul Constable, Canadian Comedy Award … Continue reading →

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S04E01: EARTH ATTACKS

Wed, 10 Sep 2014 11:10:24 GMT

It’s the fourth season of Illusionoid! We’re kicking it off old-school with a studio session from the vaults… Two nano-enhanced soldiers are called into action when the forces of Earth decide to invade the moon! But without their nano-enhancements, can … Continue reading →

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S03E26.2: THE SMELL OF SUNSET – LIVE – PART 2

Mon, 25 Aug 2014 15:30:38 GMT

Part two of our huge adventure recorded opening week of the new Bad Dog Comedy Theatre! Joined by Chris New on keys, Matt Horgan of Dad’s Garage Theatre in Atlanta, Kristen Schier of the Philly Improv Theatre in Philadelphia, Tas … Continue reading →

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S03E26.1: THE SMELL OF SUNSET – LIVE – PART 1

Sat, 16 Aug 2014 17:20:06 GMT

It’s a huge week as The Bad Dog Theatre Company launches their new home in Toronto, and you can’t launch anything around here without ILLUSIONOID! Hot off the presses, recorded LIVE August 15, 2014, it’s an all-star international cast for … Continue reading →

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S03E25: WAR TRICERATOPS

Wed, 23 Jul 2014 13:43:37 GMT

It’s our super-special San Diego Comic-Con episode! Set against a sweeping canvas of rural America during the First Galactic War, witness the remarkable friendship between a young man named Abner and his triceratops. Will the trials and tribulations of war … Continue reading →

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S03E24: THE ISLAND OF ADMIRAL ZUCCHINI (LIVE)

Mon, 14 Jul 2014 23:58:21 GMT

To honor the Bad Dog Theatre’s recent successful run of “Toronto, I Love You” at the Toronto Fringe Festival, we’re sharing the most recent teaming of Bad Dog and Illusionoid LIVE at Comedy Bar! When two honeymooners get stranded on … Continue reading →

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S03E23: THE CASE OF THE JUMPING TABLE (LIVE)

Mon, 30 Jun 2014 13:33:13 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on June 4th, 2014, it’s Illusionoid with The Bad Dog Theatre Repertory Players! How does moving a simple table into an innocent breakfast nook result in dimensional portal hopping? Only Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S03E22: THE CURSE OF THE THREE MOONS

Tue, 17 Jun 2014 14:53:05 GMT

Pirates are the worst, but space pirates are even worse… especially when they are down on their luck. A stranger suggests a trip to the legendary Three Moons. What of the bad luck that befalls all who travel there? Can … Continue reading →

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S03E21: HE WHO CONTROLS THE QUARTZ (LIVE)

Tue, 03 Jun 2014 04:23:45 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on April 9th, 2014, it’s Illusionoid with The Bad Dog Theatre Repertory Players! When a planet’s rule is determined by mining quartz all the power lies in the hands of the … Continue reading →

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S03E20: COLOSSUS – THE FORBIN PROJECT

Wed, 21 May 2014 15:44:11 GMT

First day at the new job? Nervous? Want to impress the boss and maybe get that big promotion… to COLOSSUS? A level 7 employee gets a new assignment that takes him into the depths of a military and scientific conspiracy. … Continue reading →

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S03E19: PLANET OF MEDIEVALISM (LIVE)

Mon, 05 May 2014 17:23:28 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on April 9th, 2014, it’s Illusionoid with The Bad Dog Theatre Repertory Players! A crack squad attempts to find a lost expedition, but who knew that travelling so far through the … Continue reading →

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S03E18: PANIC IN YEAR ZERO

Tue, 22 Apr 2014 14:12:32 GMT

Time travel is always a mess. Warnings of “don’t do this” lead to questions of, “What if I already did that before I got here?” Maybe you already did that before you left for the past, in the future! What … Continue reading →

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S03E17: THE CASE OF THE MISSING, MEATY FUSION CORE (LIVE)

Mon, 07 Apr 2014 20:13:36 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on March 5th, 2014… it’s (2/3rd of) Illusionoid with the Bad Dog Theatre Repertory Players! A strange woman wants to find out what’s going on with her fridge… and her husband! Jack Diamond … Continue reading →

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S03E16: DOUBLE GOOGLON-TENDRE

Tue, 25 Mar 2014 15:44:31 GMT

From a suggestion by listener Mark Haldane in Glasgow, Scotland, it’s our latest unscripted sci-fi adventure! The future holds many strange and wonderful things… like Bellini Tuesday Subs! Two travelers want some food, but what they get is something more! … Continue reading →

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S03E15: THE POSTAL WORKER OF GLIESE 736 (LIVE)

Tue, 11 Mar 2014 15:00:02 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on March 5th, 2014… it’s (2/3rd of) Illusionoid with the Bad Dog Theatre Repertory Players! Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night, stays these couriers from the swift … Continue reading →

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S03E14: RETURN TO MADNESS MANOR

Tue, 25 Feb 2014 19:23:56 GMT

One man’s obsession forces him to recruit his students to fulfill his destiny. But a field trip to a nexus of realities should be worth extra credit and not risk certain doom! Can this group of explorers bring answers back … Continue reading →

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S03E13: FOUR ROADS TO DOOMSDAY

Thu, 13 Feb 2014 01:29:10 GMT

When every way you turn faces certain doom, where else can you go? Three men meet at a crossroads… literally and LITERALLY… and must decide their fates. But who are they? Can they coexist? Where does that elevator go to? … Continue reading →

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S03E12: I ACCUSE ZEUS

Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:23:05 GMT

Gather round and hear a tale… a tale of one man’s quest for immortality… a tale of ambition… a tale of that tale being told… and of mountains and gods and murder. Will reaching this heights of Mount Olympus prove … Continue reading →

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S03E11: OCCAM’S LASER

Thu, 16 Jan 2014 15:59:38 GMT

From a suggestion by Christopher N. Corradini on our Facebook page comes our latest unscripted adventure! Two scientists compete for a contract to build the greatest laser ever! But one of them has gained his laser parts through nefarious means! … Continue reading →

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S03E10: SUNSNAKE

Thu, 02 Jan 2014 22:16:45 GMT

All aboard the Sunsnake: the most advanced starship in the fleet! Two men, fresh out of the academy, get the chance of a lifetime to become crewmen on the Sunsnake. But all is not as it seems… What powers this … Continue reading →

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S03E09: THE GHOSTS OF XMAS FUTURE FUTURE FUTURE

Tue, 17 Dec 2013 14:35:53 GMT

It’s Xmas Eve at the lab and Prof. Carstairs is too obsessed to care about the season! His lowly assistant Melman is forced to stay to clean test tubes instead of going home to his loved ones… but does Carstairs … Continue reading →

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S03E08: THE ALBATROSS GAUNTLET

Wed, 04 Dec 2013 18:52:54 GMT

Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale… a tale of a fateful trip… that started from this tropic port aboard this tiny ship. Stranded at sea, three men search for a way home… but what they find may … Continue reading →

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S03E07: THE SCIENCE OF TRAFFIC (Live from the BCIF)

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 14:15:53 GMT

LIVE from the Big City Improv Festival in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it’s ILLUSIONOID! We take a look at one of the biggest problems plaguing mankind: TRAFFIC! A scientist thinks he created a solution to clogged streets but finds his gruesome … Continue reading →

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S03E06: MY HEAD WEARS THE HAT

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:49:31 GMT

What a scandal! An elected official wrapped up in a drug scandal with video evidence condemning him to public scrutiny! Police involvement! And no one can rid him from office! …we’re talking about the future, here… what are you talking … Continue reading →

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S03E05: PROJECT MASTODON

Mon, 21 Oct 2013 19:33:19 GMT

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S03E04: THE ASTEROID JUGGLER – PART 2 (Live from the San Francisco Improv Festival)

Wed, 09 Oct 2013 13:29:46 GMT

The cliffhanger is resolved! LIVE from the San Francisco Improv Festival on September 18th, 2013 at the Eureka Theatre in San Francisco! When we left our hero we had just found out that the evil planet destroyer Asteron was his … Continue reading →

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S03E03: THE ASTEROID JUGGLER (Live from the San Francisco Improv Festival)

Wed, 25 Sep 2013 14:53:30 GMT

Illusionoid was chosen to perform at the prestigious San Francisco Improv Festival that took place just last week! And here’s the show! Recorded LIVE on September 18th, 2013 at the Eureka Theatre in San Francisco! When the evil Asteron threatens … Continue reading →

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S03E02: HIDE & SEEK & HIDE AGAIN!

Tue, 03 Sep 2013 17:56:03 GMT

The future holds such scary threats, but none threaten our children as much as SCHOOL. One institution of higher learning has a real problem on it’s hands: disappearing children! Can one boy with eerie powers solve this shadowy puzzle before … Continue reading →

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S03E01: THE MAJESTIC BRONZE SCEPTER

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 17:40:07 GMT

SEASON THREE OF ILLUSIONOID BEGINS! And what better way than with a LIVE episode, from the first-ever Toronto Podcast Festival! Recorded August 21st, 2013 at Toronto’s world-famous Rivoli, Illusionoid is joined by frequent guest-star, podcaster, actor, author and sci-fi enthusiast … Continue reading →

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S02E27: FOREST OF THE SUGAR WITCH

Thu, 15 Aug 2013 01:55:48 GMT

FOREST OF THE SUGAR WITCH What kind of a season is 27 episodes? Well, we started with a 2-parter so… ANYWAY, it the season 2 finale of Illusionoid! And what a doozy it is! Two buddies duck out of a … Continue reading →

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S02E26: SPACE WORMS

Wed, 31 Jul 2013 17:09:29 GMT

A routine mission to a new planet leads to complications of the medical kind for two young Space Corps cadets! What’s eating away at Munn? Can Jerry help? Will The Captain court marshall them both? Is Illusionoid to blame? Dig … Continue reading →

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S02E25: COSMIC COFFIN

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:57:26 GMT

In the twilight of one’s life, thoughts turn to preparation for the future. What will it hold for your loved ones after you are no loner with them? One man’s trip to the funeral parlor unearths more than just a … Continue reading →

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S02E24: COUNCIL OF ELDERS BEACH PARTY

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 20:04:55 GMT

A secret council of the world’s eldest elders makes decisions for the universe in a small chamber on the far side of the galaxy… and they need a vacation. Sounds like it’s time for a trip to the beach! But … Continue reading →

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S02E23: MUTANT WITH A SLINGSHOT

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:00:50 GMT

Mankind has always created problems for itself, but none more threatening than mutants! In the future, mutants and humans are at war and nothing will ease the tension. One man dares to draw the line and cross over to investigate … Continue reading →

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S02E22: BATS IN THE BLAST CHAMBER

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 23:24:51 GMT

When two co-workers decide to investigate strange happenings on-the-job what they uncover is total insanity. Time travel, murder, CONTRACTS! The stuff your nightmares are made of!! At this job, once you punch in you may never punch out! And Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S02E21: KRANGG

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:29:00 GMT

What would you say to cover your ass at work? What lie would you tell to get the boss off your back? In space, no one can hear your excuses… or your screams. One man’s white lie turns into a … Continue reading →

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S02E20: THE SUICASE OF CRANIO

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:45:56 GMT

THE SUITCASE OF CRANIO from THE PULP-O-MIZER! One suitcase. Three men. One owner. Inside: “The Ultimate”. Can Kevin 14 ensure the suitcase doesn’t fall into the wrong hands? Will mysterious forces prevent him from doing so? Will a wily woman … Continue reading →

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S02E19: CUSTODIAN OF THE MOON

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:11:38 GMT

Speak to me. Breathe. Answer the questions right and you might ace this interview. But when your new job takes you on the run, time is not on your side. One man’s life is on the line as his bosses … Continue reading →

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S02E18: Best of Illusionoid: TIME GOAT

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:07:49 GMT

With our new friends at Pod Almighty helping us get the word out about Illusionoid, we though we’d dip into the archives for a time-traveling trip down memory lane. Lee picks a favorite to re-introduce to our new listeners! Can … Continue reading →

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S02E17 – MURDER ON THE COSMIC EXPRESS

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:33:07 GMT

Well you bags are packed and you’re ready to go… FOREVER? A small group of strangers on a train bound for Rigel 7 are about to discover the true meaning of fear as a dark tunnel leads to darker places. … Continue reading →

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S02E16: THE DEVIL’S FRIDGE

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:43:36 GMT

Sartre said, “Hell is other people.” Try living with those people! Sebastian has a tedious life in a terrible apartment. When his roommate orders a new fridge, Sebastian’s mundane existence is turned upside down! Can one ordinary icebox lead to … Continue reading →

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S02E15: THE SECOND DIMENSION OF MADNESS

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:05:53 GMT

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S02E14: THE HUNT FOR COUNT RUTHENIUM – LIVE!

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:52:45 GMT

Pulp-O-Mizer cover for “The Hunt For Count Ruthenium” Recorded LIVE at Revel Theatre’s Barn Burner show at Unit 102 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on Feb. 10, 2013, it’s another unscripted adventure from Illusionoid! From the audience suggestions of “Count” and … Continue reading →

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S02E13: GIANTMAN!

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:28:39 GMT

A trip to a rare book store leads to big trouble for Jeffrey! Follow one small man with huge problems as his life grows out of control! Magic, mystery, and massive mayhem make a mighty mess! Will Jeffrey make it … Continue reading →

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S02E12: SPACE EGG

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:28:08 GMT

The future is full of possibilities… and the possibility of an asteroid hitting the Earth is even more likely in the future! A crack team is sent to investigate the asteroid to see if they can divert it from its … Continue reading →

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S02E11: THE PLEASURE LORDS OF PLANET PLEASURIA

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 22:09:51 GMT

Happy new year!! We’re closer to the future now than we were a day ago! Pleasure is plentiful on Pleasuria, but the planet is also packed with peril! All Rick wants is his shore leave and some action, but a … Continue reading →

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S02E10: THE CHRISTMAS NINJAS

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:57:13 GMT

As the holiday is upon us, many of us are swamped with preparations for family and feasts… Including The Last Man In The Universe! Join us for a telling of the traditional Japanese Christmas story… THE CHRISTMAS NINJAS! A special … Continue reading →

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S02E09: COMBAT EXCITEMENT DOME

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:07:45 GMT

The future is dark and full of terrors… and none more so than being torn from your peaceful life and thrown into the jungle prisons of Excitement Dome! Can three prisoners and one mouse save themselves from a fight to … Continue reading →

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S02E08: BRAIN PIRATES

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 04:56:51 GMT

Ever have a bad first day at a new job? Jason is about to have one. He’s a new doctor at a hospital and it’s about to give him the biggest headache he’s ever had. Can this “cranal” specialist make … Continue reading →

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S02E07: THE OCCASIONAL MUTANT

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:45:04 GMT

It’s the latest episode of your favorite improvised, sci-fi show in the style of old time radio! This week, learn the secrets of a man who is mostly a man but may be a mutant! Can the military harness his … Continue reading →

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S02E06: THE MAN WHO JUMPED THROUGH BEANS (LIVE at Big City Improv Festival)

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:28:49 GMT

This past week saw the BIG CITY IMPROV FESTIVAL hit Toronto, Ontario, Canada and ILLUSIONOID was a part of it! This live show was recorded October 20th, 2012 at Comedy Bar. Fenton is a detective with an uncanny ability to … Continue reading →

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S02E05: CAVERN OF THE SUN

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 19:24:55 GMT

An expedition into the Earth’s core digs up a mystery for a family of inquisitive scientists and their native companion. An ancient civilization is discovered… but are they friendly… or foe-ly? Are there sunny skies ahead for humanity? Or do … Continue reading →

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S02E04: OPERATION MILK

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:06:15 GMT

In a future without milk, how will mankind survive? Where will our milk come from? Where did it go? A far-off planet holds the key to our race’s survival, but we need the right men to bring back the white … Continue reading →

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S02E03: SPACE SCIENCE ACADEMY with BILLY WEST

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 17:22:47 GMT

It’s a special ultra-length episode! Recorded live at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada for FanExpo and The Canadian Comedy Awards with a special introduction by Comedy Bar owner Gary Rideout Jr. & Bret “The Hitman” Hart! No, really!! It’s … Continue reading →

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S02E02: THE FEBEEBLES DEVICE

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 02:46:15 GMT

Failing to capture a Sasquatch has long plagued man, but one man just wants to capture it’s song… and make money! To do this, he’s hired the one man who knows more about tracking Sasquatch than anyone else: Joey Febeebles. … Continue reading →

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S02E01.5: SING A SONG OF NARWHALS (LIVE) PART 2

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:40:38 GMT

It’s the second half of our live episode with Colin Mochrie… and it’s coming off of a cliffhanger? Will our intrepid crew survive the mermaid army and the King of the Narwhals? Will The Trouble Brothers save the day? Will … Continue reading →

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S02E01: SING A SONG OF NARWHALS (LIVE)

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:14:30 GMT

SEASON TWO IS UPON US! Recorded live at Comedy Bar on June 30th with special guest COLIN MOCHRIE! It’s underwater adventure time, and from the audience suggestions of “narwhal”, “mermaid”, and “Gulf of Mexico” comes the craziest thing we’ve done … Continue reading →

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S01E26: INFINITY SAUSAGE MINUS ONE

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:19:18 GMT

It’s the culmination of the impossible! A full year of Illusionoid! And episode 26 is not just filler… it’s THE filler! Science discovers an immense sausage in space that goes on forever! One scientist wants to study it and find … Continue reading →

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S01E25: BETRAYAL OF THE WOLF CLAN

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 19:04:43 GMT

Hatred and unrest know no bounds in the future, thanks to Illusionoid, but before it came to destroy us all there were societal clans that spread evil everywhere. This is a tale of just one of them. Can three friends … Continue reading →

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S01E24: THE FLUORESCENT CUBE OF SEALAND (LIVE)

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 19:47:34 GMT

Recorded live at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on April 14, 2012. From the audience suggestions of “Sealand”, “cube” and “fluorescent” comes our 24th astonishing tale… and it’s the return of the master mimic IDENTICAL QUINN! The sovereign nation … Continue reading →

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S01E23: THE DONKEY PARADOX

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:42:30 GMT

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S01E22: THE POWER OF THE MINED (LIVE)

Mon, 21 May 2012 22:02:15 GMT

Recorded live at Comedy Bar in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on April 14, 2012. From the audience suggestions of “telekinesis” and “coal shoveling” comes our 22nd fable from the future. One lazy coal miner digs up trouble for all mankind as … Continue reading →

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S01E21: DOOM SEED

Wed, 09 May 2012 12:52:01 GMT

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S01E20: ATOMIC HORROR FROM BELOW

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:30:41 GMT

It’s our Emerald Episode! When a weekend vacation goes horribly wrong, can three friends find freedom from tunnels of terror? Who will survive? What is that noise? Will there be hot chicks? Where are those margaritas? Can you believe we’re … Continue reading →

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S01E19: IDENTICAL QUINN

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:18:24 GMT

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S01E18: COSTIGAN’S NEEDLE

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:32:39 GMT

The Secret Society of Strange Old Men returns! A game of cards becomes much more than for which they ever bargained. A paradox machine is/was/will be built. What secrets do they uncover… or have they uncovered… or will they once … Continue reading →

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S01E17: HIGH TREASON OF THE WITCH – LIVE!

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:29:46 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto on October 23rd, 2011! We went to the audience for our title suggestion and were not disappointed! When a supernatural mystery rears it’s head only one man can solve the case… MAX MAGUS! … Continue reading →

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S01E16: TANK REYNOLDS-MOLE MASTER

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:31:29 GMT

One man’s research into mysterious soil samples leads to the discovery of a sinister plot from beneath the earth… and perhaps his own legacy. Might mastery of moles mean much more mayhem for mankind? May mole mind manipulation make more … Continue reading →

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S01E15: SPACE BLIND DATE

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:38:18 GMT

Our Valentine’s Day episode! Meeting that special someone is hard enough but in the future it’s even harder! Blind dates are legally necessary! Online dating allows one man to meet the woman of his dreams, but allows that woman a … Continue reading →

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S01E14: SIGN OF MAGUS

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:24:03 GMT

When the forces of evil combine science and magic for their own diabolical means, there’s only one person that can thwart them… MAX MAGUS! With his Asian assistant Wong at his side, can Max Magus stop the nefarious Professor Carstairs … Continue reading →

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S01E13: (QUEST FOR) THE BREWERY OF THE HORSEHEAD NEBULA – LIVE!

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:15:15 GMT

Recorded LIVE at Comedy Bar in Toronto on October 23rd, 2011! We went to the audience for our title suggestion and were not disappointed! In the future, a hard day’s work will be rewarded with an ice-cold beer… but that … Continue reading →

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S01E12: PANTS OF ETERNITY

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:21:54 GMT

The future holds many wondrous treasures but none so sporty as the Pants of Eternity. A secret society forces a young man to fetch the everlasting slacks for their own evil ends. Will mankind walk the path of the well-tailored? … Continue reading →

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S01E11: SILENT NIGHT, HOLY SHIT!

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:44:40 GMT

Future Christmases will be marred by the arrival of the Platypodians! Can a few human survivors make it a happy holiday amongst the atomic waste and laser fire? Special guest star Sean Cullen (Last Comic Standing, The Producers, The Sean … Continue reading →

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S01E10: THE GREAT SPACE PRISON CAPER

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:25:33 GMT

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S01E09: INVASION OF THE CYBERNETIC CYBERFREAKS

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:34:31 GMT

The future brings the inevitable joining of man and machine, but it also brings forth war between man and cybernetic man! What will become of humanity? And what role does ILLUSIONOID play in this conflict? From a title suggested by … Continue reading →

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S01E08: THE LUCIFER DEVICE

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:54:02 GMT

Finally, Professor Carstairs appears to present his latest creation: The Lucifer Device! But his closest competitor is ready to pounce on any mistake he may make. Certain doom through unchecked science is at hand… but is this Lucifer Device a … Continue reading →

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S01E07: CREEPING CORRIDOR

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:45:01 GMT

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S01E06: SPACE GOLD RUSH

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:28:49 GMT

The search for gold leads humanity to Mars, but what they find there is much more rare… and much more dangerous! Will our lust for gold bring about our demise… and bring us one step closer to the creation of … Continue reading →

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S01E05: VERDICT: ANNHILATE!

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:17:24 GMT

It’s another urgent message from the future for the past! The Last Man In The Universe warns of corporate sponsorship and the annihilation of the universe! But who wants to destroy us? Who casts the deciding vote? And will Illusionoid … Continue reading →

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S01E04: WHITHER SATURN?

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:47:55 GMT

Warm up your Time Radios for another transmission from The Last Man In The Universe. In the future, explorers from Earth will travel to Saturn… but to what end and why? What awaits them could mean the end of all … Continue reading →

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S01E03: TIME GOAT

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:59 GMT

It’s time for the third transmission of the last man in the universe. (Really, he should have a name…) In the future, farms will be exactly as they are now. But what we farm could bring devastation to time itself… … Continue reading →

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S01E02: SPACE COURT

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:39:52 GMT

It’s time for the second episode of Illusionoid! What message will the lone survivor send from the future to us now? Wait no longer! Please enjoy SPACE COURT!

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S01E01: BURY THE MOON

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:37:23 GMT

We’ve added a fancy new introduction to the podcast, making it the show we want to make. Please download and enjoy the full-scale galactic nonsense that is BURY THE MOON… DELUXE!

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First Transmission

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:04:20 GMT

Here’s the secret project we’ve been working on for a while. Paul Bates, Lees Smart and Nug Nahrgang are Illusionoid. After winning the Globehead tournament at the Bad Dog Theatre, they decided that improvising together was fun… especially when the … Continue reading →

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