Episodes

  • Sonic-Con 2026 Day 3 Recap

    Sonic-Con 2026 Day 3 Recap
    Jul 3 2026
    ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap Day 3 of Sonic-Con 2026.

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    15 mins
  • Sonic-Con 2026 Day 2 Recap

    Sonic-Con 2026 Day 2 Recap
    Jul 2 2026
    ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap Day 2 of Sonic-Con 2026.

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    13 mins
  • Sonic-Con 2026 Day 1 Recap

    Sonic-Con 2026 Day 1 Recap
    Jul 1 2026
    ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap the first day of Sonic-Con 2026.

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    25 mins
  • 2 Classic Lit Adaptations from BBC Radio: Peter Pan & Heidi

    2 Classic Lit Adaptations from BBC Radio: Peter Pan & Heidi
    Jun 6 2026
    (00:00:00) 2 Classic Lit Adaptations from BBC Radio: Peter Pan & Heidi
    (00:01:01) Audio Drama Updates
    (00:06:31) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)
    (00:16:50) Review #1: Peter Pan
    (00:37:25) Review #2: Heidi
    (00:51:09) Feedback Segment

    Today on ATC, J.D. reviews two wonderful classic literature adaptations from BBC Radio, Peter Pan and Heidi. He goes over these two audio dramas in detail, covering the cast and crew, acting, and production values of these shows produced in 1995. Also in the episode, J.D. shares thoughts on getting cast and crew names correct in the monologue segment, he responds to feedback from Tim and Jeremy, and kicks off the whole episode with a few audio drama updates.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/229

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Road to Voice Acting with Bethany Baldwin

    The Road to Voice Acting with Bethany Baldwin
    May 5 2026
    (00:00:00) The Road to Voice Acting with Bethany Baldwin
    (00:00:54) Intro Announcement
    (00:02:16) Audio Drama Updates
    (00:10:12) Interview Segment

    In this month's episode, J.D. sits down with actress and writer Bethany Baldwin for an in-depth conversation about her work in the family-friendly audio drama industry. They talk about how she first got interested in audio drama and acting, some of her favorite shows, some helpful tips for voice actors, and much more. Also, J.D. shares some audio drama updates to kick things off.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/228

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    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    1 hr
  • Review of The Jake Muller Adventures: Blood

    Review of The Jake Muller Adventures: Blood
    Apr 6 2026
    (00:00:00) Review of The Jake Muller Adventures: Blood
    (00:00:56) Audio Drama Updates
    (00:09:10) Review Segment
    (01:31:39) Feedback Segment

    Today, ATC contributor Michael Schroeder joins J.D. for an in-depth discussion and review of the second volume in the Jake Muller Adventures series titled Blood. This is a very high-quality, feature-length audio drama for older listeners. Before the review, J.D. shares a bunch of audio drama updates, including upcoming shows and recent releases. And to wrap up the episode, J.D. responds to feedback from Abi and Greyson.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/227

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    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Review of Adventures in Odyssey #77: A New Perspective

    Review of Adventures in Odyssey #77: A New Perspective
    Mar 2 2026
    (00:00:00) Review of Adventures in Odyssey #77: A New Perspective
    (00:02:44) Audio Drama Updates
    (00:09:17) Review Segment
    (01:31:41) Feedback Segment

    We're back with another Adventures in Odyssey album review! Austin Peachey joins J.D. to do a deep dive into Adventures in Odyssey #77: A New Perspective, and they thoroughly discuss what they did and didn't like about these six episodes. J.D. also responds to feedback from William Chad Newsom and a Spotify user. But before all that, J.D. shares several exciting audio drama updates.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/226


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    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • New Adventures in Odyssey Art and Logo, AIO on the Stage & More

    New Adventures in Odyssey Art and Logo, AIO on the Stage & More
    Feb 2 2026
    (00:00:00) New Adventures in Odyssey Art and Logo, AIO on the Stage & More
    (00:01:29) Audio Drama Updates
    (00:11:54) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)
    (00:30:00) Interview: Madaline Ware
    (00:50:01) Feedback Segment

    We're covering a whole lot of Adventures in Odyssey topics in today's episode. Our guest is the Production Manager of the Adventures in Odyssey Theater Pilot Project, Madaline Ware, and she's going to tell us all about her work to bring AIO to the stage and how you can get involved as well. J.D. also covers the recent AIO logo change, the new character artwork, and the news about the upcoming Odyssey movie. And in the feedback segment, J.D. responds to Michael C.'s question about how we'll handle AIO reviews going forward. But before all of that, we've got a bunch of audio drama updates to share.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/225

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    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    55 mins