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To celebrate achieving funding for a third season of Shadows at the Door, David Ault reads Mark Nixon's acclaimed short story 'Quem Infra Nos'. After the story, join Mark and David for a discussion of the tale plus the reveal of what comes next for the podcast...  Please consider supporting our upcoming miniseries and buy us an Earl Grey here. Written by Mark Nixon Performance by David Ault Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2021 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:12) Discussion (00:49:30) Credits (01:39:45)

As we enter 2021, Mark brings you an update regarding the status of Season Three and long term plans for the podcast. Then Mark is joined by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart, Jake Benson and Erika Sanderson for an Actor's Roundtable discussion. Place your bets to see how long it takes for it to become a farce... #MarkRoast Help us secure further episodes of Shadows at the Door here.

Oh boy. For Drunk Ghost Stories V, join an incredibly drunk Mark and an incredibly helpful David for a Christmas Ghost Story. Christmas is the time to make merry and we just wrapped an ambitious second season, so please pass us the vodka and try to keep it away from the fire.  Please consider helping us secure a third season by donating here #UrchinHealThyself 

In 'Settle Thy Studies' Professor Troughton's arm is twisted into hearing about Catchlove Hall, a Tudor building abandoned in the marshlands. But one name somehow echoes through those empty hallways, a singular and unmistakable name... Troughton.  After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this original story. Find out the important reason why this story takes place in Wales, learn some secrets about Professor Troughton and hear what message David and Mark have for any dogs in the room.  Please consider supporting us to secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here. Written by Mark Nixon Performances by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & Jake Benson Musical Score by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:41) Discussion (00:47:47) Recommendation (01:30:20) - The Lucky Die Credits (01:39:45)

It's no secret that the season two finale sees the return of Professor Geoffrey Troughton. In this bonus episode, enjoy all three of the good professor's stories thus far.. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:35 - Leave a Light On For Me 00:31:41 - Silent Warnings   00:59:44 - Blessed Be the Man 01:35:16 - Finale Title Reveal  Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Bread & Salt' a woman attempts to find comfort in her grandmother's old log cabin and though she has never connected with her slavic heritage, something ancient is about to teach her a lesson none the less. After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this original story and listen as Mark gives David some acting lessons. Also featuring discussion of how stories are chosen for the podcast, and a surprisingly vulnerable introspection.  Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here. Written by Mark Nixon Performances by Erika Sanderson, Jake Benson, David Ault & Ilana Charnelle Gelbart Musical Score by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:13) Discussion (00:38:26) Recommendation (01:11:42) - Thirteen Podcast Credits (01:17:44)  

You've arrived at the Museum of Modern Art in New York to take the Gnothi Seauton Audio Tour. Collect your headphones from the front desk and listen closely... After the production join Mark Nixon, David Ault and author M Regan for a discussion on the story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including surface level theology, SFX direction and British Charm.  Shadows at the Door: An Anthology Hardback available here. Written by M Regan Performances by David Ault & Ilana Charnelle Gelbart 'Annihilation in A Minor' by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:40) Discussion (00:30:23) Credits (01:15:15) Please consider supporting us to secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Learn the secrets of Shadows at the Door Mark and David answer a cavalcade of questions ranging from secrets of the production to the downright bizarre. How will David handle Mark's 'No Veto' rule?  Help us secure a third season of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here. S2E09 Releases as the next episode.  

Mark and David deliver an update regarding the remainder of season two and discuss a potential third season.  Help us secure a third season by donating here.

In 'A Warning to the Curious' a couple's mini-break is interrupted by the arrival of a young archaeologist who may have discovered the greatest find of the century. The only thing is, she wants to put it back...  After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this classic story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including plans to recruit Jodie Whittaker to the cast, an argument about tea and you can also hear a snippet from a conversation between Mark Nixon and Mark Gatiss. Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here. Written by M.R. James and adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by Ilana Charnelle Gelbart, David Ault & Jake Benson  Musical Score by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:53) Discussion (00:47:18) Credits (01:27:50) Submit your question for the Q&A Special here

In 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' a schoolmaster's simple life is disrupted when he meets the most fearsome of creatures: a woman.  After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a discussion of this classic story plus a collection of tangents with subjects including how Batman could better serve the community, 'Jake on Apple action' and whether the FBI has been hiding revolutionary surgery from the public. Also, why is David singing?  Submit your question for the Q&A Special here Written by Washington Irving and adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by Jake Benson, Mark Nixon, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & David Ault Musical Score by Nico Vetesse ‘Maid in the Meadow’ performed by Yvonne Casey and used here with her kind permission.  Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:35) Discussion (00:51:05) Credits (01:30:19) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Loose Ground' two men embark on an arduous hike but if only they could stop bickering, they might see what’s coming…  After the production join host Mark Nixon, David Ault and guest writer Hannah Butler for an important discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including the nature of being a podcast listener, Northern English sensibilities and you can learn the dark secret of Shadows at the Door... Submit your question for the Q&A Special here Written by Hannah Butler Performances by David Ault, Jake Benson & Mark Nixon Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Disclaimer, Intro & Content/Trigger Warnings (00:00:00) Story (00:02:30) Discussion (00:28:56) Credits (01:07:47) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Tell-Tale' a woman enjoys a city mini-break but the landlord keeps outstaying his welcome. It's ok however because he's such a nice guy... After the production join host Mark Nixon, David Ault and guest star Erika Sanderson for an important discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including dates with Patrick Stewart, David & Erika's murder competition and how best to support those around you.   Content Warning: Sexual harassment, sexual assault & sexual coercion.  Written by Mark Nixon Performances by Erika Sanderson, David Ault, Jake Benson, Ilana Charnelle Gelbart & Mark Nixon Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Disclaimer, Intro & Content/Trigger Warnings (00:00:00) Story (00:03:17) Discussion (00:38:58) Credits (01:25:16) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Message in a Bottle' a couple find a grimy old bottle washed up by the tide. But what's inside? Why is one of them so obsessed with finding out? And what will happen when he does?  After the production hosts Mark Nixon and David Ault welcome special guest Gemma Amor for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including how David would kill potential rivals, how Romans dealt with petty squabbles and listeners can even witness a mutiny unfold... Written by Gemma Amor  Performances by David Ault Music by Nico Vetesse Tracks 'Out of This' and 'Play Nice' kindly provided by Ilana Charnelle, you can enjoy these tracks and more of her amazing music here. Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Disclaimer & Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:01) Discussion (00:26:08) Credits (00:59:31) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

In 'Canon Alberic's Scrapbook' a Cambridge man in the south of France stumbles across an incredibly rare folio and will do anything to secure it. But what horrors await inside the book? And who is laughing in the dark?  After the production join hosts Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including strange accents, that body pillow, and for some reason spontaneous french role play... Written by M.R. James Adapted by Mark Nixon Performances by David Ault & Erika Sanderson Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Disclaimer & Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:05) Discussion (00:28:16) Credits (00:59:06) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Season Two, Episode Two of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast In 'Slender Chances' we listen to the final episode of the 8-Bit Refit podcast, a bizarre and half-finished episode in which hosts Tom and Nat discover an old game that should not exist... After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including Slender Man, Horror Gaming and dipping your toes into voice acting. Written by Mark Nixon Performances by David Ault, Ilana Charnelle & Jake Benson Music by Nico Vetesse Production by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Disclaimer & Intro (00:00:00) Story (00:02:05) Discussion (00:48:47) Credits (01:17:27) Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.

Our final Drunk Ghost Stories bonus episodes before the imminent launch of Season II continued. This episode is pure filth, be warned...

Mark and David are joined by the incomparable and slightly intoxicated Gemma Amor to discuss one of her favourite ghost stories.  The Macbeth debate also continues, and David and Mark have another disagreement...  Please enjoy this quick bonus episode while season II is  in production.

Due to popular demand, we present another session of Drunk Ghost Stories -- and we are so very sorry. Please note, Drunk Ghost Stories are relaxed affairs that require lengthy sessions to record and as such the quality of sound may suffer a little.  With apologies to Billy. 

Season Two, Episode One of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast In 'Blessed Be the Man' we join Professor Troughton as he is forced to defend his pursuit of paranormal knowledge. Before long his scientific thinking is put to the test, as a strange phenomenon outside a nearby churchyard invites an all new terror into his life. This episodes features special guest Professor Elemental. After the production join host Mark Nixon and David Ault for a spirited discussion of the story and a collection of tangents with subjects including Matt Berry, Chap Hop, William Shakespeare and also featuring an interview with Professor Elemental himself. Written by Mark Nixon Performances by David Ault, Gemma Amor, Paul Alborough & Mark Nixon Music by Nico Vetesse Editing by Mark Nixon ©2018-2020 Shadows at the Door Publishing Intro (00:00:40) Story (00:02:10) Discussion Pt 1 (00:36:32) Professor Elemental Interview (00:53:41) Discussion Pt 2 (01:05:25) Credits (01:14:41) Tales of Wrong by Professor Elemental: Buy Here Please consider supporting us to fund further episodes of Shadows at the Door: The Podcast and buy us an Earl Grey here.