Best Originalmusic Podcasts (2024)

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Twelve Elves 'til Christmas 25:26

7M ago25:26

25:26

You’ve got big plans. Worked out every detail. Thought of every contingency. Except one. “12 Elves ’til Christmas” is a story about a dream, a machine, and half a team. [Explicit -- One swear word, bleeped.] Presented by Life Lab Notes - field observations from the lab of Life in a storytelling podcast. 12 Elves ’til Christmas features the voice ta…

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The New Kid on the Shelf 14:52

1+ y ago14:52

14:52

Big news! Life Lab Notes has stumbled upon the remote meeting link and password for the weekly meeting of a certain local chapter of a certain group of elves. Obviously, we cannot divulge our sources. Listen in as Carol tries to control the bunch, especially Dibbles, who's in a mood. Featuring the voice talents of Claire Barnhart, Keith Ferguson, E…

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Whistlebottom - a trespasser's tale 42:08

1+ y ago42:08

42:08

If a radio play and an audio book met at a haunted campfire to share a chilling account of mayhem that takes place in hell and the parking lot of a real estate office, it would sound like this: Whistlebottom - a trespasser's tale. Written and performed by Silvie Zamora. Battle March by Phil Ward. Episode album art by @jamahartart.…

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Slow Cooker Chronicles - A Fable in Three Recipes 10:49

2+ y ago10:49

10:49

Slowly, guarding herself carefully, Cathy has been opening up to La Señora, but it’s going to take one more episode, one more recipe, to help her open up to herself. This is that episode. This is the last installment in our three-part series, Slow Cooker Chronicles - A Fable in Three Recipes. This is Chapter Three: Desimmer (There’s more than one w…

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Slow Cooker Chronicles - A Fable in Three Recipes 11:18

2+ y ago11:18

11:18

Chapter Two: Slowvember (Giving the Seeds Their Heat) Part two is chock full of flavour and, like any good fable, metaphors. Cathy remembers a little from her last visit with La Señora, but will this month’s Tex-Mex Chile con Carne push her further away from herself? Featuring the voice talents of Nerea Duhart (Chiquita/Cathy) and Graciela Valderra…

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Slow Cooker Chronicles - A Fable in Three Recipes 8:28

2+ y ago8:28

8:28

Chapter One: Crocktober (Or How To Make Chili Without Your Soul) In this, the first in a three-part series, we meet Cathy, Cathy meets "the crazy lady downstairs" and neither enjoys the chili queso. Featuring the voice talents of Nerea Duhart (Chiquita/Cathy), Graciela Valderrama (La Señora), Robyn Clark (Kid 2), and Silvie Zamora (Kid 1). Written …

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How To Feel During the Holidays In the Year-That-Must-Not-Be-Named 12:01

3+ y ago12:01

12:01

There's a lot of pressure to put out the perfect end-of-year podcast, that is the perfect blend of a thoughtful review of the year, a humourous look at life’s outtakes, and an upbeat toast to the future. Luckily, someone made paper snowflakes and saw a big metaphor; and someone else took a long walk and met a wise man. We present two holiday pieces…

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To Gather, Together 4:01

3+ y ago4:01

4:01

We’ve been gathered together for months, hunkered down with our immediate family/household. It hasn’t been easy turning home into home, school, office, some semblance of a gym, storage facility for toilet paper and sanitizing wipes. We’ve had to bob and weave more than usual to make things work. This year, the holidays will be more of the same. Ble…

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Season 3 Episode 2: Things get violent 26:49

3+ y ago26:49

26:49

Welcome back loyal listeners!!! The search for Mary continues... Experience more thrills and spills in our latest adventure as Susan and Mr W discover just how dangerous the wasteland can be and Susan meets a helpful fan. Enjoy!!

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The Backyard 2:51

3+ y ago2:51

2:51

Just a few thoughts about how connected we all are, and how hard that is to see sometimes. Written and read by Silvie Zamora.By © Silvie Zamora 2020

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Some When 9:34

3+ y ago9:34

9:34

"What do you mean by this haunting of me?" Othello IV.i.14 This unsettling Halloween tale was written by Silvie Zamora and featured Jennifer Flack, Liesel Hansen, Cameron Murphy, Denny Siegel, Phil Ward, and Silvie Zamora. Music by Phil Ward. Thank you for sharing some of your Halloween with us. You can also spend time with us on Facebook and Insta…

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Eleven O'Clock 3:34

4y ago3:34

3:34

A brief story about true things that happened in my household and down the street from us. Tabs opened while writing this: bell ringing, bell towers, lightning strikes, ancient prayers, aliens.By © 2020 Silvie Zamora

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Susan's Isolation Advice 21:17

4+ y ago21:17

21:17

A quick public information piece from principal WVR DJ Susan Reith. “In these troubling times I would like to reassure our listeners that we here at WVR are playing our part in ensuring we adhere to “government” guidelines by maintaining strong social distancing principles. As such we have temporarily suspended our quest for that second rate DJ Mar…

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 12) 3:38

4+ y ago3:38

3:38

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 11) 3:51

4+ y ago3:51

3:51

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 10) 5:16

4+ y ago5:16

5:16

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 9) 5:16

4+ y ago5:16

5:16

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 8) 2:39

4+ y ago2:39

2:39

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 7) 8:44

4+ y ago8:44

8:44

Day 7: “Seven Swans a-Swimming” by Alina Phelan Ballou and Phil Ward, and performed by Phil Ward. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ goes from Christmas to January 5th. But here at Life Lab Notes, we figured, just this once, why not lead up to Christmas instead? With the gifts listed in that famous carol as inspiration, our team of crackerja…

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 6) 6:27

4+ y ago6:27

6:27

Day 6: Six Geese a-Laying. Have you been working tirelessly? Do you have a “holiday-business-important-event” to attend? Ever feel like nature has it out for you? Then heed this cautionary tale written by Silvie Zamora, and performed by Keith Ferguson, Robyn Roth, and Andrew Stubblefield. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ goes from Christma…

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 5) 8:59

4+ y ago8:59

8:59

In Day 5: Five Golden Rings, the Humanoid Aptitude and Behavioral Inquiry Team are back! L’Seth Navi and Krraz are in possession of something with far-reaching implications. Written by Silvie Zamora, and performed by Keith Ferguson and Silvie Zamora. H.A.B.I.T. opening theme and montage music by Phil Ward. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ …

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted (Day 4) 5:18

4+ y ago5:18

5:18

Day 4: Four Calling Birds - A Winter Solstice Poem reminds us the wheel keeps turning and each season brings blessings. Written by Robyn Heller and performed by Liesel Hanson, Robyn Heller, Robyn Roth, and Silvie Zamora. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ goes from Christmas to January 5th. But here at Life Lab Notes, we figured, just this o…

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Slim Man Podcast 12.16.19 36:42

4+ y ago36:42

36:42

In this episode of Music, Food, Stories, Slim Man talks about the CD Release party in Palm Springs, CA, for the new LIVE at Vicky's CD. Mr. Man also talks about his former band, BootCamp, and chats about his recipe for Steamed Shrimp Bawlmer Style (with Old Bay), and if that ain't enough, Slimmy plays you his new Christmas song, "Back Home for the …

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted (Day 3) 9:21

4+ y ago9:21

9:21

Day 3: "Three French Hens" is written and performed by Claire Barnhart. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ goes from Christmas to January 5th. But here at Life Lab Notes, we figured, just this once, why not lead up to Christmas instead? Armed with the gifts listed in that famous carol as inspiration, our team of crackerjack writers came up w…

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The 12 Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 2) 4:56

4+ y ago4:56

4:56

Day 2: Two very different people find something in common in "Two Turtle Doves," written by Joanne Ke and performed by Keith Ferguson, Liesel Hanson, Lynn Odell, Justin Vasquez, and Silvie Zamora. The season the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ goes from Christmas to January 5th. But here at Life Lab Notes, we figured, just this once, why not lead up to …

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - Regifted! (Day 1) 18:29

4+ y ago18:29

18:29

Yes, the Twelve Days of Christmas is technically between Christmas and January 5th. But here at Life Lab Notes, we figured, just this once, why not lead up to Christmas instead? So we took the gifts listed in that famous carol, and divvied them up amongst our team of crackerjack writers to use as inspiration. The result? Twelve days of funny, movin…

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Slim Man Podcast 11.5.19 30:49

4+ y ago30:49

30:49

In this episode of the Slim Man Podcast, Mr. Man babbles on about Sober October, Halloween, The USPS, shrimp scampi and Bolognese sauce. And he features 2 new songs from the new Slim Man LIVE at Vicky's double CD. Exciting stuff.By Slim Man

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Based On A True Story - A Parable About Power Changing Hands 13:13

4+ y ago13:13

13:13

Our humble Halloween offering is part fairy tale, part parable, part fourth quarter performance meeting. Don't be late - you don't want to upset the chairman. Featuring the voice talents of Keith Ferguson, Brian Hall, Pablo Marz, Alina Phelan, Roxy Shabestari, Justin Vasquez, Silvie Zamora, and special guest Keythe Farley as Satan. For more otherwo…

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Slim Man Podcast 10.24.19 36:16

5y ago36:16

36:16

In this episode of the Slim Man Podcast, Mr. Man talks about his trip to Arizona, tarantulas, scorpions, ciambotta, asparagus, and the new Slim Man LIVE at Vicky's CD.By Slim Man

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Slim Man Podcast 10.16.19 33:22

5y ago33:22

33:22

Slim Man, singer, writer, meatball maker, talks about longevity, his band in Palm Springs, CA, his new recipe for baked salmon, and the new Slim Man LIVE at Vicky's CD. Includes 2 songs from the upcoming CD.By Slim Man

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Slim Man Podcast 10.5.19 27:51

5y ago27:51

27:51

In this new episode of the Slim Man Podcast, Mr. Man talks about how he can't just do anything easy or simple. He talks about his new LIVE at Vicky's double CD, his Rat Pack Show last March, and his new endive, arugula and radicchio recipe. He also plays 3 new songs from the upcoming LIVE CD.By Slim Man

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Season 3 Episode 1: Things Get Sweary 31:42

5y ago31:42

31:42

Greetings West Vault Faithful!!! We did it, we finally did it, we've completed a new episode. Last time we were with Susan she had made the momentous decision to leave Vault 97 and find out what had happened to her long time rival and RVE host Mary. We finally catch up with her and her faithful robot companion Mr W out in the wasteland. In this jam…

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Shopping List 3:57

5y ago3:57

3:57

I don't remember where I got the idea that May 16th was National Flash Fiction Day. Maybe I dreamt it. However it entered my brain, I definitely consciously entered it into my calendar, and dutifully reminded myself a few days ago, "I'd better get a very short story ready to post!" May 16th is not National Flash Fiction Day. That'll be in June 15th…

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Slim Man Podcast 32:20

5+ y ago32:20

32:20

Slim Man babbles on about exhaustion, live music, the Super Bowl, and bay scallops.By Slim Man

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I'm Keeping This Sticky Note 4:17

5+ y ago4:17

4:17

With each Life Lab Notes episode, we strive to illustrate how much we humans share, but this episode is perhaps just a bit more personal and universal. You may never have heard of Sam Christensen, but this episode is still for you. Thanks to Phil Ward for the music and engineering. Visit our website for more info about this episode, and a photo of …

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H.A.B.I.T. "Info-Trans Report: The Holidays" 11:27

5+ y ago11:27

11:27

It’s December, and time for the final Life Lab Notes episode of the year. The perfect time to check in on our favourite space alien duo - H.A.B.I.T. The Humanoid Aptitude and Behavioral Inquiry Team. In “Info-Trans Report: The Holidays” we find out what L’Seth Navi and Krraz have been assimilating about some human holidays of fall and winter (sprin…

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Slim Man Podcast 12.17.18 45:43

5+ y ago45:43

45:43

Slim Man, singer, writer, meatball-maker, talks about his trip back to the East coast, the Slim Man concerts in Annapolis and Baltimore, and about tomato sauce, chicken Milanese, crab cakes, and Cornish game hens. Fascinating stuff!By Slim Man

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Slim Man Podcast 12.4.18 31:18

5+ y ago31:18

31:18

Slim Man, singer, writer, meatball maker, jolly good fellow, talks about volunteering, shrimp risotto, Garth Brooks, Dr. Seuss, and more.By Slim Man

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Slim Man Podcast 11.27.18 43:04

5+ y ago43:04

43:04

Slim Man, singer, songwriter, meatball-maker, jolly good fellow, talks about Thanksgiving, Bolognese sauce, his AA friends, the blues, and he plays 5 Slim Christmas songs.By Slim Man

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Warm-Up To The Holidays, Or How a Kiosk at the Mall Can Help 5:17

5+ y ago5:17

5:17

Before you get to those tricky family gatherings, get yourself to "Warm-Up! The Virtual Reality Immersive Live Holiday Experience!" for a kind of holiday rehearsal. Featuring the voice talents of Keith Ferguson, Phil Ward, and Silvie Zamora, this Life Lab Notes audio Thanksgiving card (and great idea for a weird new business) was written by Silvie …

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Slim Man Podcast 35:43

5+ y ago35:43

35:43

Slim Man—singer, writer, meat ball maker, jolly good fellow—talks about the Week that Was at Slim's Shady Trailer Park In Palm Springs, Californee. Plus a recipe for chicken saltimbocca, and a couple of lost tracks with Slim Man and Rick Braun.By Slim Man

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Slim Man Podcast 11.5.18 35:55

5+ y ago35:55

35:55

Slim Man, singer, writer, raconteur, meatball maker, talks about the new Queen movie, Halloween, and risotto with sausage.By Slim Man

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Home" 6:06

5+ y ago6:06

6:06

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 13, Home, was written by Robert Stoccardo and Silvie Zamora and performed …

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Doubt" 5:25

5+ y ago5:25

5:25

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 12, Doubt, was written by Silvie Zamora and performed by Tony DeCarlo. Fol…

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Slim Man Podcast 10.29.18 36:44

5+ y ago36:44

36:44

Slim Man, singer, songwriter, raconteur, jolly good fellow, talks about the week that was at the Slim Shack. He chats about legendary music biz exec, Carl Griffin, and the songs that Carl discovered. Mr. Man also talks about how he got signed to Motown as a songwriter, the first song he got published, "Summer Days", which was recorded by Angela Bof…

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Hunted" 5:16

5+ y ago5:16

5:16

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 11, Hunted, was written by Joanna Ke and performed by Cesili Williams. Fol…

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Exit" 11:33

5+ y ago11:33

11:33

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 10, Exit, was written by Rikki Schwartz and performed by Joel Scher. Follo…

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Cul-de-Sac" 9:15

5+ y ago9:15

9:15

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 9, Cul-de-Sac, was written by Michael Bonnabel and performed by Linda Grav…

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Limbo" 5:28

5+ y ago5:28

5:28

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 8, Limbo, was written by Silvie Zamora and performed by Liesel Hanson. Fol…

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The 13 Days of Halloween - INVISIBLE - "Summoned" 4:56

6y ago4:56

4:56

Spirits, Souls, Beings. Whatever you call them, you can’t see them. But you can hear them. Thirteen souls have been given their earthly voices back for the chance to tell their own stories. Oct 19th through 31st, each episode is a personal look at one immortal being. Episode 7, Summoned, was written by Silvie Zamora and performed by Sandra Kinder. …

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