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Battle of the Blades (Zyngia NOW! Part III) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this concluding episode of Zyngia NOW!, long-suffering host Periwinkle Fishmongerson Rimplepoor welcomes Hegone Husk, the wealthiest lich alive (or undead), for a tense and deeply unproductive interview.

Before long, tempers flare, swords multiply, and the studio’s liability insurance begins to look wildly insufficient.

Will truth prevail in Zyngia?

Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Professor Rimblepoor - Kris Siddiqi

Legiticut - Shannon Lahaie

Casey Bingham - Marianna Miniotis

Hegone Husk - Steven Waters

Ja'Dee Prance - John Richardson

Frauduslice - Cody Crain

Sortastab - Jamie Carlisle

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Stan's Nepo Babies (Zyngia NOW! Part II) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:06:00 GMT

In the second unearthed installment of Zyngia NOW!, disgraced magic-school headmaster turned podcaster Periwinkle Fishmongerson Rimplepoor sits down with some very special guests: three of Stan Little’s many half-human, half-everything-else children. As accusations of nepotism swirl across the realm, Rimplepoor attempts to get to the “truth” with the help of his court-ordered companion, LegitiCut, the Sword of Truth.

Episode 2 Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Professor Rimblepoor - Kris Siddiqi

Legiticut - Shannon Lahaie

Casey Bingham - Marianna Miniotis

Joy the Banshee - Rachel Manson

Bertie - Devon Hyland

Willow - Brennan Asbridge

Slog - Steve Cooke

Trog - Griffin Toplitsky

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The Sword of Truth (Zyngia NOW! Part I) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:40 GMT

Another lost recording from Zyngia is here! Spoiler Alert: If you haven't finished StanLand, we recommend you do that first.

Professor Rimplepoor, Stan’s old teacher from the Wizened Wand School of Magical Enchantment, seems to have started his own podcast sometime after the events of StanLand. In this first episode, he talks about the new leadership in Zyngia and interviews a few... questionable guests.

Episode 1 Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Professor Rimblepoor - Kris Siddiqi

Legiticut - Shannon Lahaie

Casey Bingham - Marianna Miniotis

Crispy the Gnome - Rachel Renaud

Cleaven Shriller - Steven Waters

Slobber Threnody Jr. - Tim Blair

Barkbeard - Damien Doepping

Wideroot - Rachel Renaud

Living Room Set - Various

Thud the Troll - Michael Mongiardi

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Teaser | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia: ZYNGIA NOW!

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT

From the producers of StanLand comes another installment of The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia: a newly unearthed audio archive that’s reshaping everything we thought we knew about the residents of Zyngia... and perhaps podcasting itself. This time, you may recognize a familiar con man’s voice: Professor Rimplepoor, Stan’s former instructor at the Wizened Wand School of Magical Enchantment and the wise old elf who once tried to rope Stan and Melanie into several multi-level marketing schemes. Now he's trying his hand at podcasting and he's joined by some very intriguing guests.

This audio is sourced from the Leapfrog children's digital recorder belonging to Stan Little, which was found in Poolesville, Maryland, and sent to the WSUS offices by a man named Randy. We're releasing them on this feed in hopes that they might help us to win even more awards. And for your entertainment, of course.

Enjoy this teaser for: ZYNGIA NOW! with Professor Rimblepoor

Episode 1 is coming November 11!

Series Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Full Series Cast:

Professor Rimblepoor - Kris Siddiqi

Legiticut - Shannon Lahaie

Casey Bingham - Marianna Miniotis

Crispy the Gnome - Rachel Renaud

Cleaven Shriller - Steven Waters

Slobber Threnody Jr. - Tim Blair

Barkbeard - Damien Doepping

Wideroot - Rachel Renaud

Living Room Set - Steven Waters

Thud the Troll - Steven Waters

Joy - Rachel Manson

Bertie - Devon Hyland

Willow - Brennan Asbridge

Slog - Griffin Toplitsky

Trog - Steve Cooke

Hegone Husk - Steven Waters

Frauduslice - Cody Crain

Sortastab - Jamie Carlisle

Ja'Dee Prance - John Richardson

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The Coward’s Roll (Dumpsters & Deadbeats Part III) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The conclusion of Dumpsters and Deadbeats is here.

Chip McSparklebottom’s chaotic role-playing game finally reaches its endgame as orc couple Ookla and Ghashara stumble from knife fights and angry mobs straight into a fried chicken restaurant that may promise salvation ... or salmonella. Along the way, old wounds resurface as Chip finally reveals his feelings about his father, Stan.

Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Chip McSparklebottom – James Hartnett

Ookla Bloodspear – Steven Waters

Ghashara Bloodspear – Shannon Lahaie

Bixby Snigglesworth – Cody Crain

Ogre - Steven Waters

Cop - Steven Waters

Goreclaw - Steven Waters

Casey Bingham – Marianna Minioitis

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The Library Standoff (Dumpsters & Deadbeats Part II) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The mysterious toy recorder delivered to WSUS Raleigh continues to reveal strange new audio files. Once again, intern Casey Bingham brings us Dumpsters and Deadbeats, a role-playing game dreamt up by Chip McSparklebottom, half-leprechaun, reluctant heir to Stan Little, and self-proclaimed “dumpster master.”

In this second installment, Chip’s orc players, Ookla and Ghashara Bloodspear, claw their way out of a burning apartment only to face new horrors of modern Earth: dead phones, protestors at the library, complicated exes, and the eternal struggle of acquiring dinner. As their misadventures deepen, the orc couple discovers their own clothes have been stolen by teenage toughs. Will rolling twenties be enough to save them this time?

Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Chip McSparklebottom – James Hartnett

Ookla Bloodspear – Steven Waters

Ghashara Bloodspear – Shannon Lahaie

Commercial Announcer - Jason R. Phillips

Bixby Snigglesworth – Cody Crain

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The Eviction Notice (Dumpsters & Deadbeats Part I) | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to Zyngia.

An ancient children’s toy from the 1990's was found by the side of the road in the same area where Melanie Hughes’s recorder was first discovered containing the StanLand tapes. The toy recorder was sent to us at WSUS Raleigh by a mysterious man calling himself "Randy". It contains strange new audio files that appear to be recorded by Zyngians.

In this debut episode of The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia, intern Casey Bingham introduces us to Dumpsters and Deadbeats: a simple role-playing game hosted by Chip McSparklebottom half-leprechaun, reluctant heir to Stan Little, and self-proclaimed “dumpster master.” Along with orc couple Ookla and Ghashara Bloodspear, Chip beta-tests his thesis project at the Wizened Wand School of Magical Enchantment: a role-playing game set in modern-day Earth. Will they make it out alive?

Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Chip McSparklebottom - James Hartnett

Ookla Bloodspear - Steven Waters

Ghashara Bloodspear - Shannon Lahaie

Commercial Narrator - Alexa Steele

Bixby Snigglesworth - Cody Crain

Hobbits - Steven Waters, Damien Doepping

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An interview with Mike Sacks (creator of StanLand)

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In this bonus episode, producers Marianna and Michael sit down with writer Mike Sacks for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes interview about the origins and creative process behind StanLand. Mike shares how the idea for the show evolved over decades, blending personal inspiration, fantasy tropes, and real-world capitalism. We discuss character development, Mike's collaboration with co-writer S.G. Wilson, and their unique approach to writing specifically for audio.

Stay tuned for the Stanland spinoff miniseries Dungeons and Deadbeats, which comes out out right here FREE next week!

And for more StanLand goodies, including more interviews with Mike and the rest of the cast and crew subscribe to Enter StanLand on Appe Podcasts.

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The StanLand team recommends: Woodbine

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Here's a show we think you’ll love while you wait for your next trip to StanLand.

Today we’re sharing Episode 1 of Woodbine, the latest series from Alex Nursall and Emily Kellogg, the creators of the award-winning horror podcast Parkdale Haunt.

Woodbine follows Beatrice Ashe, who’s pulled into Toronto’s supernatural underworld after a brutal attack gives her a second chance at life. Alongside her enigmatic boss, Grace Hawthorne, Bea works for the Woodbine Agency, a detective firm tackling cases with vampires, monsters, and other strange mysteries.

If you like how StanLand blends dark comedy, fantasy, and complex characters, you’ll love Woodbine. It’s got queer vampire detectives and a mix of horror, comedy, urban fantasy, and a little romance.

Season 2 premieres September 24th, so now’s the perfect time to start from the beginning.

Catch up on the full first season here: https://woodbinepod.com

Follow Woodbine on Instagram for more updates: https://www.instagram.com/woodbinepodcast

StanLand Updates:

Episode 2 of Dumpsters and Deadbeats is out now for Enter StanLand subscribers on Apple Podcasts.
The full Dumpsters and Deadbeats series hits the public feed at the end of September.
Next Tuesday, one of our interviews with Mike Sacks comes out from behind the paywall!

Stay tuned for more fun. Long live Zyngia!

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Teaser | The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia: Dumpsters & Deadbeats

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to Zyngia.

Episode 1 of Dumpsters & Deadbeats is available now for early access on the Enter StanLand feed on Apple Podcasts.

THE LOST PODCASTS OF ZYNGIA:

Our new series releasing newly-discovered mini-podcasts made by Zyngians themselves.

An ancient children’s toy from the 1990's was found by the side of the road in the same area where Melanie Hughes’s recorder was first discovered containing the StanLand tapes. The toy recorder was sent to us at WSUS Raleigh by a mysterious man calling himself "Randy". It contains strange new audio files that appear to be recorded by Zyngians. We've decided to make those files available to the public.

DUMPSTERS & DEADBEATS:

In the debut episode of The Lost Podcasts of Zyngia, intern Casey Bingham introduces us to Dumpsters and Deadbeats: a simple role-playing game hosted by Chip McSparklebottom: half-leprechaun, reluctant heir to Stan Little, and self-proclaimed “dumpster master.” Along with orc couple Ookla and Ghashara Bloodspear, Chip beta-tests his thesis project at the Wizened Wand School of Magical Enchantment. It's a rollercoaster.

Coming soon to the StanLand feed, but if you can't wait, you can subscribe to Enter StanLand on Apple Podcasts to hear Episode 1 today!

Credits:

Written by S.G. Wilson

Produced by Michael Mongiardi and Marianna Miniotis

Editing & Sound Design by Steven Waters

Cast:

Chip McSparklebottom - James Hartnett

Ookla Bloodspear - Steven Waters

Ghashara Bloodspear - Shannon Lahaie

Commercial Narrator - Alexa Steele

Bixby Snigglesworth - Cody Crain

Hobbits - Steven Waters, Damien Doepping

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Erectile Injunction

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:00 GMT

It all comes down to this. But what is this, exactly? Where has any of this led, and how could it possibly wrap up in a way that makes the remotest sense? The Dark One and his trusty assistant, Winky, have some thoughts on this matter, but first, more thoughts on his penile health.

Cast:

Milo Godard - Eric Jason Martin

Melanie Hughes - Rhea Seehorn

Stan Little - Bobby Moynihan

Azzran the Lion - Steve Little

Marakesh - Lauren Adams

The Dark One - Jon Hamm

Winky the Sea Creature - John Waters

Bobby “Robert the Great” - Timm Sharp

Seamus the Leprechaun - Brian Stack

Uber Pedicab Driver - Cody Crain

Apartment Building Resident - Kevin N. Brown

Woman Catching Elevator - Lyndsay Lime

Randy S. - Dave Willis

Created by Mike Sacks

Written by Mike Sacks & S.G. Wilson

Produced by Marianna Miniotis, Michael Mongiardi, and Bryan DeGuire

Edited by Rob Schulte, Ian Geldart, and Mike Sacks

Sound Design by Ian Geldart

Artwork by Louise Z. Pomeroy

Creative Consulting by Danielle Deschenes

Special thanks to Joel Jackson, Steven Waters, Griffin Toplitsky, Paul Banwatt, Allan Down, and Jessica Vallentin.

Brought to you by The Sonar Network & Odenkirk-Provissiero Entertainment

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The Half-Crud Prince

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Big changes have come to Stan’s wizard-school alma mater. And why does that half-human freshman with the horrible attitude seem so familiar? The gang considers a not-so-compelling offer from the headmaster.

Cast:

Milo Godard - Eric Jason Martin

Melanie Hughes - Rhea Seehorn

Stan Little - Bobby Moynihan

Azzran the Lion - Steve Little

Professor Rimblepoor - Kris Siddiqi

Golfing Orcs - Ian Fisher and Steven Waters

Magic Healing Spring - Alexa Steele

Wizard School Students - Steffi DiDomenicantonio and Brittany High

Chip - James Hartnett

Created by Mike Sacks

Written by Mike Sacks & S.G. Wilson

Produced by Marianna Miniotis, Michael Mongiardi, and Bryan DeGuire

Edited by Rob Schulte, Ian Geldart, and Mike Sacks

Assistant editing by Sijal Rehmane

Sound Design by Ian Geldart

Artwork by Louise Z. Pomeroy

Creative Consulting by Danielle Deschenes

Special thanks to Joel Jackson, Steven Waters, Griffin Toplitsky, Paul Banwatt, Allan Down, and Jessica Vallentin.

Brought to you by The Sonar Network & Odenkirk-Provissiero Entertainment

Subscribe to Enter StanLand to listen ad-free and get bonus interviews, spin-off mini-series, and more!

Follow @stanlandseries on Instagram and for more information, visit https://www.stanlandseries.com

If you love StanLand and have an audio series you’d love to bring to life, email production@thesonarnetwork.com

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The Crown Jewels

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

The gang endures their greatest challenge yet: a royal coronation with a bad comic opener. Meanwhile, revelations from Bobby the Great and a moody leprechaun change everything for Melanie and Stan...but not so much for Azzran, the soft-brained lion.

Cast:

Milo Godard - Eric Jason Martin

Melanie Hughes - Rhea Seehorn

Stan Little - Bobby Moynihan

Azzran the Lion - Steve Little

Bobby “Robert the Great” - Timm Sharp

Seamus the Leprechaun - Brian Stack

Magic Wand - Shannon Lahaie

Eddy the Preposterous - Mark Proksch

Created by Mike Sacks

Written by Mike Sacks & S.G. Wilson

Produced by Marianna Miniotis, Michael Mongiardi, and Bryan DeGuire

Edited by Rob Schulte, Ian Geldart, and Mike Sacks

Sound Design by Ian Geldart

Artwork by Louise Z. Pomeroy

Creative Consulting by Danielle Deschenes

Special thanks to Joel Jackson, Steven Waters, Griffin Toplitsky, Paul Banwatt, Allan Down, and Jessica Vallentin.

Brought to you by The Sonar Network & Odenkirk-Provissiero Entertainment

Subscribe to Enter StanLand to listen ad-free and get bonus interviews, spin-off mini-series, and more!

Follow @stanlandseries on Instagram and for more information, visit https://www.stanlandseries.com

If you love StanLand and have an audio series you’d love to bring to life, email production@thesonarnetwork.com

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Everything Must Go

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Melanie and Stan attempt to survive the deadliest Big Lots of all time. The store’s assistant manager, an aging ageless-pixie named Flying Tony, delivers devastating news, while a soft-brained lion delivers delightful sitcom recaps.

Cast:

Milo Godard - Eric Jason Martin

Melanie Hughes - Rhea Seehorn

Stan Little - Bobby Moynihan

Azzran the Lion - Steve Little

Bobby “Robert the Great” - Timm Sharp

Big Lots Elf Workers - Steven Waters, Shannon Lahaie, and Brian Stack

Flying Tony - Devon Hyland

Ogres in Golf Cart - Joseph Young & Stu Feild

Sqrruis the Goblin Guard - Mike Mitchell

Created by Mike Sacks

Written by Mike Sacks & S.G. Wilson

Produced by Marianna Miniotis, Michael Mongiardi, and Bryan DeGuire

Edited by Rob Schulte, Ian Geldart, and Mike Sacks

Sound Design by Ian Geldart

Artwork by Louise Z. Pomeroy

Creative Consulting by Danielle Deschenes

Special thanks to Joel Jackson, Steven Waters, Griffin Toplitsky, Paul Banwatt, Allan Down, and Jessica Vallentin.

Brought to you by The Sonar Network & Odenkirk-Provissiero Entertainment

Follow @stanlandseries on Instagram and for more information, visit https://www.stanlandseries.com

Subscribe to Enter StanLand to listen ad-free and get bonus interviews, spin-off mini-series, and more!

If you love StanLand and have an audio series you’d love to bring to life, email production@thesonarnetwork.com

This episode is brought to you by Factor. Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/STANLAND50OFF and use code STANLAND50OFF to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box. Get delicious, ready-to-eat meals delivered—with Factor.

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The Scion, the Glitch, and the IKEA Wardrobe

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Podcaster Melanie Hughes follows Maryland ne’er-do-well Stan Little into Zyngia, a fantasy land that’s seen better days. At a failing vape shop, the reluctant pair receive a dire warning from a priapistic faun.

Cast:

Milo Godard - Eric Jason Martin

Melanie Hughes - Rhea Seehorn

Stan Little - Bobby Moynihan

Bobby “Robert the Great” - Timm Sharp

Marakesh - Lauren Adams

Clip Clop the Faun - Mark Little

Azzran the Lion - Steve Little

Uber Pedicab Driver - Cody Crain

Bojangles Delivery Hobbit - Tim Barnes

Created by Mike Sacks

Written by Mike Sacks & S.G. Wilson

Produced by Marianna Miniotis, Michael Mongiardi, and Bryan DeGuire

Edited by Rob Schulte, Ian Geldart, and Mike Sacks

Foley & Sound Design by Ian Geldart

Artwork by Louise Z. Pomeroy

Creative Consulting by Danielle Deschenes

Special thanks to Joel Jackson, Steven Waters, Griffin Toplitsky, Paul Banwatt, Allan Down, and Jessica Vallentin.

Brought to you by The Sonar Network & Odenkirk-Provissiero Entertainment

If you love StanLand and have an audio series you’d love to bring to life, email production@thesonarnetwork.com

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