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The Penumbra Podcast

English, Performing arts, 5 seasons, 181 episodes, 4 days, 12 hours, 27 minutes
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At the Penumbra, you might follow Juno Steel, a brooding, sharp-witted private eye on Mars, as he tangles with an elusive homme fatale, tracks dangerous artifacts of an ancient alien civilization, and faces his three greatest fears: heights, blood, and relationships. Or you might enter the world of the Second Citadel, where the merciless Sir Caroline must corral a team of emotionally distraught all-male knights to defend their city against mind-manipulating monsters...even the ones they’ve fallen in love with. These audio dramas and more await you in the Penumbra, dear traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay. (Start with "1.01: Juno Steel and the Case of the Murderous Mask" or "1.09: Second Citadel - The Head of the Janus Beast.") The Penumbra is created and produced by Sophie Takagi Kaner and Kevin Vibert. Follow us on Twitter (@thepenumbrapod), Tumblr (@thepenumbrapodcast), or Facebook (The Penumbra Podcast). You can find all of our transcripts here. If you would like to view trigger warnings or SFX attributions, you can scroll to the end of the appropriate episode transcript: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1bnWLw5dTW4l9A0bmOMzEiy6XqqsXHHi_
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If Memory Serves: A Juno Steel Mystery (Episode 1)

A young Juno Steel, new to being a private eye and intensely depressed after explosively losing his job at the HCPD, is deep under the spell of a street drug that allows him to relive his past. Encouraged by his trusty secretary, he takes on a strange case.Part 1, Ch. 1-4.You can find a transcript for this episode here.If you'd like access to the rest of the audiobook episodes as they come out, plus all our existing bonus commentaries, production scripts, blooper reels, and more, you can find everything at The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION. We can't keep our production running without your support, so anything helps!Narrated by:Joshua Ilon as Juno SteelKate Jones as RitaHarley Takagi Kaner as Sasha WireRegine Vital as Captain HijikataKat Buckingham as Zahra ShaleWritten by Kevin Vibert and Harley Takagi KanerOriginal music by Ryan VibertTrigger warnings:- Self-harm and suicide- Death- War- Abuse of power- Medical abuse- Drug use/abuse- Physical injury and harm- "Body horror"- Dismemberment- Gaslighting and manipulationFor early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, you can find The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION at thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.com. (In old episodes, you will often hear us mention Patreon, which was our old platform and is no longer live. Please feel free to ignore!)Our Sponsors:* Check out Bandai Namco: unknown9.com/PENUMBRAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
10/8/202446 minutes, 56 seconds
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First full episode of IF MEMORY SERVES now available on our new platform!

When Kevin and Harley decided to go full-time as podcasters and artists, they knew it was a big risk. Independent media by queer creators doesn't generally pull in the big bucks, but it’s important to them to make the most beautiful and heartfelt work possible and always pay the cast and crew a competitive rate. That’s why we are so grateful to you for considering signing up for The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION, which you can find at thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.com. Depending on the monthly pledge you choose, you’ll gain access to early, ad-free episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus content like scripts and commentary tracks, livestreams with the creators, and more. Plus, starting on October 6, 2024, we will be releasing the audiobook, If Memory Serves: A Juno Steel Mystery, to this new platform ahead of its eventual public release, as a special preview for subscribers.If you are already a supporter over on Patreon, thank you! The new platform will be making the transition over as seamless as possible for you: just head to thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.com/patreons. All subsequent episodes of the audiobook, as well as the entire back catalog of bonus content, will be on the new platform. Make sure you cancel your Patreon subscription afterwards, as everything will be cleared out of Patreon in the next month.If you choose to pledge any amount, please know that you’re not only supporting Harley, Kevin, and the crew, but you’re also helping to grow this community and provide access to those who may not be able to give. Thank you so much for your support. It means the world to us. For early and ad-free episodes, production scripts, commentary tracks, blooper reels, livestreams with the creators, and much more, you can find The Penumbra Podcast: SPECIAL EDITION at thepenumbrapodcast.supercast.com. (In old episodes, you will often hear us mention Patreon, which was our old platform and is no longer live. Please feel free to ignore!)Our Sponsors:* Check out Bandai Namco: unknown9.com/PENUMBRAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
10/6/20241 minute, 54 seconds
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Season 5 Q&A, including 10-minute teaser for IF MEMORY SERVES

Harley and Kevin answer Patreon subscribers' questions LIVE (hence the sub-par audio) with help from Joshua Ilon and Melissa DeJesus. IF MEMORY SERVES will be released starting in October on our new paid platform. Details can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/big-news-from-q-111733218THIRST will begin release summer 2025 on our public podcast feed. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
9/12/20241 hour, 51 minutes, 10 seconds
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Series Q&A on Patreon Sept 8, plus what's next!

Hi travelers, Harley here. I wanted to make sure that you knew about our upcoming series Q&A happening on Patreon this Sunday, September 8th, at 3:00 PM Eastern, for all of our Patreon supporters. Kevin and I will be answering questions live from those who attend, so make sure to come prepared with everything you’re still dying to know! The Q&A will be co-hosted by Joshua Ilon, who voices Juno Steel, and Melissa DeJesus, who voices Quanyii and also edits our scripts, so we’ll have representatives from both of our main series there too if you want to hit them with a few actor questions. The Q&A will also be the very first time that we announce what’s coming next for you all as well as giving you a sneak preview, so if you want to be the first to know, make sure you attend at patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast. It’s not too late to pledge to our Patreon at any level, and the livestream will be recorded in case you can’t make it. We can’t wait to see you there!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
9/4/202455 seconds
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5.28: Juno Steel and the Case Closed (Part 2)

Home is what you make it.Thank you for joining us at The Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you've enjoyed your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Outside Bars Night Skopje Ambience” by damjancd https://freesound.org/people/damjancd/sounds/321616/“Electronic club rave music” by TheoJT https://freesound.org/people/TheoJT/sounds/739962/“suburb spring morning traffic 01 200314_0119.wav” by klankbeeld https://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/sounds/560159/“Confirm Beeps (No Delay)” by Dylan Kelk https://freesound.org/people/SilverIllusionist/sounds/664262/“Bus ride.wav” by theplax https://freesound.org/people/theplax/sounds/614941/“Seedy motel.wav” by MoveAwayPodcast https://freesound.org/people/MoveAwayPodcast/sounds/555375/Battle Of Kandahar by coruscate (c) copyright 2024 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Coruscate/67657 Shrimp Rich by septahelix (c) copyright 2019 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/septahelix/59735 Ft: PerchanceMusicBoring Walking Blues by Admiral Bob (c) copyright 2021 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/admiralbob77/63608 Ft: RhoninI Miss You (Techno Blues Remix) feat. Snowflake by Attic Ella (c) copyright 2014 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Levihica/47589 Ft: Snowflake--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Sudden loud noises- Deception and gaslighting- Alcohol use- Drug abuse- Theft- Discussions of mortalityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
8/20/202457 minutes, 56 seconds
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5.27: Juno Steel and the Case Closed (Part 1)

Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. “Outside Bars Night Skopje Ambience” by damjancd https://freesound.org/people/damjancd/sounds/321616/ “Electronic club rave music” by TheoJT https://freesound.org/people/TheoJT/sounds/739962/ “Fm Radio Static White Noise” by IcedPhoenix49 https://freesound.org/people/IcedPhoenix49/sounds/732435/ “suburb spring morning traffic 01 200314_0119.wav” by klankbeeld https://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/sounds/560159/ “Confirm Beeps (No Delay)” by Dylan Kelk https://freesound.org/people/SilverIllusionist/sounds/664262/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Sudden loud noises- Deception and gaslighting- Alcohol use- Drug abuse- Theft- Discussions of mortalityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
8/6/202457 minutes, 17 seconds
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5.26: Second Citadel--The World to Come (Part 3)

Given but one short and precious life, what world will you bring to bear?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Desolated Lands Atmosphere” by original_sound https://freesound.org/people/original_sound/sounds/365153/“Tyrael - Sword Slice Flesh - 02.wav“ by SoundFlakes https://freesound.org/people/SoundFlakes/sounds/492254/“Sword_cut_off_neck_or_slash_flesh_sounds.mp3” by Artninja https://freesound.org/people/Artninja/sounds/700234/“Electronic Tanpura 3” by sankalp https://freesound.org/people/sankalp/sounds/155500/“Avalanche.wav” by mystiscool https://freesound.org/people/mystiscool/sounds/7141/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Military action- Gunfire and weaponry- Sudden loud noises- Death and injury- Violence and threats of violence- Violence and significant harm towards children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Body horror- Self-harm/self-destruction- Fire- Sexism and xenophobiaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7/16/20241 hour, 18 minutes, 4 seconds
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5.25: Second Citadel--The World to Come (Part 2)

Above, a cataclysmic war to determine the fate of the Universe; below, an adventure deep into the bowels beneath an undersea palace; all while a traitor leads the enemy onward... and forces our heroes to make a terrible choice.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Infinite Storm.wav” by digifishmusic https://freesound.org/people/digifishmusic/sounds/41739/“BombEplosion.wav” by Lord Razu https://freesound.org/people/Lord%20Razu/sounds/107792/“Gripen bombingrun1.mp3“ by SoundLover16 https://freesound.org/people/SoundLover16/sounds/274303/“Action Music Loop 2 "Hunted”” by MathewHenry https://freesound.org/people/MathewHenry/sounds/685597/“small-spill-splash-pour-splat-paint.wav” by newagegroup https://freesound.org/people/newagesoup/sounds/344537/“Welding Torch 2.wav” by Razzvio https://freesound.org/people/Razzvio/sounds/79576/“nord_analog_howling_wind_storm.wav” by medialint https://freesound.org/people/medialint/sounds/11863/“Creepy Dungeon Door Slam” by Hybrid_V https://freesound.org/people/Hybrid_V/sounds/320737/“52pickup.wav” by FreqMan https://freesound.org/people/FreqMan/sounds/19906/“Walking quickly in a river” by arnaud coutancier https://freesound.org/people/arnaud%20coutancier/sounds/320175/“drop-cards.wav” by themfish https://freesound.org/people/themfish/sounds/45815/“Moving the grave stone.With stone sand(5lrs,mltprcssng).wav” by newlocknew https://freesound.org/people/newlocknew/sounds/530268/“shotgun_moving stones in stone river1_Sierra Albarracin_010921_David Albanes Bonillo_SONOTOMIA.wav” by Sonotomia https://freesound.org/people/Sonotomia/sounds/611887/“Parking Garage - Walla, Man Scream” by soundadvices https://freesound.org/people/soundadvices/sounds/187290/“Breaking bones 3” by studiobonk https://freesound.org/people/studiobonk/sounds/649117/“Monster bite” by soundmast123 https://freesound.org/people/soundmast123/sounds/571967/“Intense Gore Sound: Opening Chest Cavity” by MinecraftGamerLR https://freesound.org/people/MinecraftGamerLR/sounds/728695/“Dinosaur Footsteps-01.wav” by jamesrodavidson https://freesound.org/people/jamesrodavidson/sounds/192365/“Wet Meat.mp3” by RICHERlandTV https://freesound.org/people/RICHERlandTV/sounds/264184/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Military action- Gunfire and weaponry- Sudden loud noises- Death and injury- Violence and threats of violence- Violence and significant harm towards children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Body horror- Self-harm/self-destruction- Fire- Sexism and xenophobiaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7/2/202442 minutes, 7 seconds
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5.24: Second Citadel--The World to Come (Part 1)

The center of the Universe, mere hours before the battle that will determine its final fate. This is a war that not all will survive.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“EK Cobra Pistol Crossbow.mp3” by Tairblenn https://freesound.org/people/Tairblenn/sounds/540406/“MCU_or_movie_inspired_blade_stab_or_slash_flesh_sounds.mp3” by Artninja https://freesound.org/people/Artninja/sounds/700235/Winterstorm II: A Cinematic and ambient soundscape - by Kjartan Abel.Visit https://kjartan-abel.com/library to find free music for your next project.This work is licensed under the following: CC BY-SA 4.0 Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Military action- Gunfire and weaponry- Sudden loud noises- Death and injury- Violence and threats of violence- Violence and significant harm towards children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Body horror- Self-harm/self-destruction- Fire- Sexism and xenophobiaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
6/18/202456 minutes, 56 seconds
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5.23: Juno Steel and the Thief's Honor (Part 2)

BEGIN LIFEUPGRADE?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Banging on wooden door.wav” by jack.cooper https://freesound.org/people/jack.cooper/sounds/455885/“Control Room Alarms (It's all kicking off!)” by Jeff.Sergeant https://freesound.org/people/Jeff.Sergeant/sounds/647575/“Error Bleep 1” by original_sound https://freesound.org/people/original_sound/sounds/372200/“Scifi_button_beeping_modern_starwars_inspired_” by Artninja https://freesound.org/people/Artninja/sounds/734959/“TILT.wav” by Moeder Babelutte https://freesound.org/people/Moeder%20Babelutte/sounds/55351/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Violence and threats of violence- Sudden loud noises- Death and murder- Blood- Medical abuse and abuse of authority- Torture- Intent to self-harm and suicidal ideation- Armed conflictAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
6/4/202437 minutes, 57 seconds
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5.22: Juno Steel and the Thief's Honor (Part 1)

It's difficult to stay sane while you're in two simultaneous life-or-death situations, but Juno Steel is doing his best. With the Ruby 7 psychically splitting his attention between two places -- one where he is imprisoned and experimented on by Dokana executives; another where Nureyev must argue to save Juno's life -- things are looking pretty grim. And with each passing day, the executives draw closer to isolating what they need from Juno... which means that each day, they draw closer and closer to disposing of him entirely.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“great-dark-caverns-of-machinery_futuristic_by_OnlyTheGhosts.ogg” by OnlyTheGhosts https://freesound.org/people/OnlyTheGhosts/sounds/251478/“MachinesWhirring.wav” by jamesgilsenan https://freesound.org/people/jamesgilsenan/sounds/388370/“Space Hulk Engine room.wav” by Badgie42 https://freesound.org/people/Badgie42/sounds/398790/“Keyless lock.wav” by theplax https://freesound.org/people/theplax/sounds/618144/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Violence and threats of violence- Sudden loud noises- Death and murder- Blood- Medical abuse and abuse of authority- Torture- Intent to self-harm and suicidal ideation- Armed conflictAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
5/21/202440 minutes, 3 seconds
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5.21: Second Citadel--The Fall (Part 2)

The Second Citadel has stood, tall and proud, in the Northern Wilds for centuries. It is the bastion of humanity in the region, a settlement carved out from an unforgiving land. No matter what happens, you must remember this: there are people who call it home, people who love it, people who have never known anything but it.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Stone with Chains is Destroyed.wav” by SoundFlakes  https://freesound.org/people/SoundFlakes/sounds/492539/"Usherfalls.wav" by spiehler https://freesound.org/people/spiehler/sounds/409056/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Violence and threats of violence- Gunfire- Death- Sudden loud noises- Physical injury and bleeding- Manipulation- Abuse of authority- Explosions and destruction on a large scale- War- Genocide- Military actionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
5/7/202454 minutes, 46 seconds
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5.20: Second Citadel--The Fall (Part 1)

Sir Galahad the Great is a popular man in what remains of Silvershore. Some people want to kill him; some want to ask him a favor; some want to reward him for his good work in reducing the beautiful city to dust and rubble. But who ever would have guessed that it's the last of these three visitors he has to worry about?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Jackhammer inside, heard from outside.” by ultradust https://freesound.org/people/ultradust/sounds/639554/“Sad pattern drone.wav” by patchenhttps://freesound.org/people/patchen/sounds/24701/“industrial doors in wind 01 150329_0552 marc.wav” by klankbeeldhttps://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/sounds/268571/--------TRIGGER WARNINGS:- Violence and threats of violence- Gunfire- Death- Sudden loud noises- Physical injury and bleeding- Manipulation- Abuse of authority- Explosions and destruction on a large scale- War- Genocide- Military actionOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor and use our code penumbra50 for 50% off! factormeals.com/penumbra50Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
4/23/202434 minutes, 19 seconds
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5.19: Juno Steel and the Terrible Waste (Part 2)

They could've brought back people. Instead they brought back Workers.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Metal hit with dull ringouts” by Artninja https://freesound.org/people/Artninja/sounds/717721/“Feedback.wav” by DiscordantScraps https://freesound.org/people/DiscordantScraps/sounds/620906/“PC SPEAKER STATIC” by PMBROWNE https://freesound.org/people/PMBROWNE/sounds/412912/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Deception and betrayal- Violence and threats of violence- Use of firearms- Death- Abuse of the dead- Abuse of authorityOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor and use our code penumbra50 for 50% off! factormeals.com/penumbra50* Check out Marvel Strike Force and use our code MAXPOOL for a great deal! https://t.ly/gBLEqAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
4/9/202448 minutes, 7 seconds
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5.18: Juno Steel and the Terrible Waste (Part 1)

Out in the furthest reaches of the Milky Way float piles of things best left forgotten: trash, refuse, the runoff and leftovers of a society that wants too much and produces too much. What better place, then, to put an impossible dream: that dead bodies, what we leave behind when we eventually exit life, might start to walk and talk and love again?The Dokana group has chosen one of these trashteroids as their place to dream this dream. But be careful: it doesn't take much for a dream to become a nightmare.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Error_04.wav” by distillerystudio https://freesound.org/people/distillerystudio/sounds/327735/“Designed Sci-Fi Atmospheres - Harmonic - 018.wav” by GregorQuendel https://freesound.org/people/GregorQuendel/sounds/638440/“Ambience_Sinister_Electric_Cello_Loop_05.wav” by LittleRobotSoundFactory https://freesound.org/people/LittleRobotSoundFactory/sounds/274167/“Pulsing Static 03 (w/ intermittent noise)” by clwhite https://freesound.org/people/clwhite/sounds/574310/“March over the desert” by Diegolar https://freesound.org/people/Diegolar/sounds/411772/“Monolith.wav” by _NOMINAL_ https://freesound.org/people/_NOMINAL_/sounds/124626/“Fading Clanking” by KodyTron https://freesound.org/people/KodyTron/sounds/641919/“CN_tower_02.flac” by tim.kahn https://freesound.org/people/tim.kahn/sounds/35540/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Deception and betrayal- Violence and threats of violence- Use of firearms- Death- Abuse of the dead- Abuse of authorityOur Sponsors:* Check out Marvel Strike Force and use our code MAXPOOL for a great deal! https://t.ly/gBLEqAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
3/26/202442 minutes, 58 seconds
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5.17: Second Citadel--The Indomitable Duelist (Part 3)

Many centuries ago, three brothers in the Northern Wilds banded together to prevent a catastrophe... and ended up at the center of one instead. This is their story.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- Genocide- Use of weapons- Fire- Harm to people and animals- Harm to children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Organized military assaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
3/5/202456 minutes, 47 seconds
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5.16: Second Citadel--The Indomitable Duelist (Part 2)

For centuries, the Senate of the Northern Wilds has convened to discuss all the largest issues surrounding the Second Citadel... or the largest monster issues, at any rate. Today's debate: what is to be done with these two nosy humans who have stumbled into their most recent meeting, at a place where great power slumbers nearby.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Creepy Ambience 01: Empty Sewer” by Xanco123 https://freesound.org/people/Xanco123/sounds/347302/“Playing with a milky slime” by CaKon https://freesound.org/people/CaKon/sounds/578854/“Royal sparkle whoosh centre.wav” by alexkandrell https://freesound.org/people/alexkandrell/sounds/170523/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- Genocide- Use of weapons- Fire- Harm to people and animals- Harm to children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Organized military assaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2/20/202435 minutes, 46 seconds
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Bonus commentary for "Juno Steel and the Blank Slate (Part 2)"

Sneak peek at the $10 supporter tier on Patreon! This is a commentary that we made during Season 4 for the episode "Juno Steel and the Blank Slate (Part 2)," featuring Harley, Kevin, Alexander Stravinski, Chloe Cunha, and Joshua Ilon. If you'd like to hear more behind-the-scenes commentaries like this one, head to patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast to find years' worth of content!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2/13/202432 minutes, 17 seconds
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5.15: Second Citadel--The Indomitable Duelist (Part 1)

In the Northern Wilds, three traitors to the crown plan their escape, but a terrible price is paid.In the Southern Frosts, two in love are twisted in a fight to the death, and they remember where it all began.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Ice Block - Sliding, Crunching, Scraping.wav” by Percy Duke https://freesound.org/people/Percy%20Duke/sounds/420634/“Pick axe striking rocks #2.m4a” by guyburns https://freesound.org/people/guyburns/sounds/558412/“Snap_1234.wav” by Snapper4298 https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/sounds/177497/“Step.wav” by CGEffex https://freesound.org/people/CGEffex/sounds/95755/“Sword_cut_off_neck_or_slash_flesh_sounds.mp3” by Artninja https://freesound.org/people/Artninja/sounds/700234/“Ambience_Cave_00.wav” by LittleRobotSoundFactory https://freesound.org/people/LittleRobotSoundFactory/sounds/270387/“Rock Scrape 2.wav” by Benboncan https://freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/74441/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- Genocide- Use of weapons- Fire- Harm to people and animals- Harm to children- Deception- Abuse of authority- Organized military assaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2/6/202429 minutes, 28 seconds
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5.14: Juno Steel and the Sixteen Tons (Part 2)

“Okay, Steel. You caught him. Now what the hell are you gonna do with him?” Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Bad Beep (Incorrect)” by RICHERlandTV https://freesound.org/people/RICHERlandTV/sounds/216090/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Deception- Suspicion and betrayal- Violence and threats of violence- Abuse of power- Medical abuseAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1/23/202437 minutes, 4 seconds
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5.13: Juno Steel and the Sixteen Tons (Part 1)

Deep in the Outer Rim, Juno has finally caught up with Peter Nureyev... but first he must infiltrate the halls of the mysterious Dokana Group.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Sirens of Amygdala.wav” by ERH https://freesound.org/people/ERH/sounds/31041/“221112_2251_FR_BusyMarket.wav” by kevp888 https://freesound.org/people/kevp888/sounds/659632/“Footsteps, Muddy, E.wav” by InspectorJ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/339325/“Golfclap.aif” by mattheos https://freesound.org/people/mattheos/sounds/116769/“Small clap” by kellieskitchen https://freesound.org/people/kellieskitchen/sounds/209989/“Jingle1.wav” by jochen1988 https://freesound.org/people/jochen1988/sounds/418887/“Jingle4i.wav” by jochen1988 https://freesound.org/people/jochen1988/sounds/420642/“Heads Turn” by Mr Smith from the Free Music Archive, under a CC BY license“Elevator Doors 1.wav” by Corruptinator https://freesound.org/people/Corruptinator/sounds/456889/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Deception- Suspicion and betrayal- Violence and threats of violence- Abuse of power- Medical abuseAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1/9/202434 minutes, 46 seconds
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Christmas Special: Juno Steel and the Pilfered Present

During a year of intense criminal training, the Aurinko Crime Family steals a strange trinket: a music box that, legend has it, holds the ability to grant a single wish. When jealousies rise, it becomes clear that one of these thieves will happily pick their family's pocket for a chance at their heart's truest desire... but who among them would do it, and what is their wish?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Deception- Suspicion and betrayal- Violence and threats of violenceOur Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
12/24/202328 minutes, 7 seconds
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Sneak peek: "Juno Steel and the Things We Buried" live show

We'll see you in a few days for a very special Christmas episode! In the meantime, please enjoy this peek at our May 2023 production of "Juno Steel and the Things We Buried," performed live at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville, MA and starring Joshua Ilon, Noah Simes, Kate Jones, and Alexander Stravinski. Our Sponsors:* Check out Drizly: https://drizly.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
12/19/20232 minutes, 26 seconds
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5.12: Second Citadel--Lullaby to a Dying World (Part 2)

A witch completes a dark ritual to learn more than she should know. Meanwhile, Sir Lamorak wrestles with his past and present responsibility... and a terrible secret he must keep from Olala.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Lying on bed.wav” by avakas https://freesound.org/people/avakas/sounds/172365/“Water swirl, small, 14.wav” by InspectorJ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/398705/“Peaceful Fantasy Music” by TheoJT https://freesound.org/people/TheoJT/sounds/698282/“Wood Creak 02” by dheming https://freesound.org/people/dheming/sounds/177779/“Haunting Suspenseful Fearful Ambience ~ Long” by DudeAwesome https://freesound.org/people/DudeAwesome/sounds/386010/“Bittersweet Eerie Horror Vocals: The Siren” by AlesiaDavina https://freesound.org/people/AlesiaDavina/sounds/678980/“Avalanche_land_mono_1.wav” by leonseptavaux https://freesound.org/people/leonseptavaux/sounds/384568/--------Trigger warnings:- Violence and threats of violence- Racism and xenophobia- Deception- Threats of violence towards children- Sudden loud noises- Self-harm- GenocideAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
12/5/202335 minutes, 33 seconds
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5.11: Second Citadel--Lullaby to a Dying World (Part 1)

On the far Eastern edge of the Universe, an army from over the world's edge prepares... and a new era of knighting begins.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Marching.wav” by WebbFilms UK https://freesound.org/people/WebbFilmsUK/sounds/200321/ “Grunts” by ckvoiceoverhttps://freesound.org/people/ckvoiceover/sounds/401340/“horror ambience 2019 05 190624_0042.wav” by klankbeeldhttps://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/sounds/622190/“Sliding Barn Door (several feet away)” by iceofdoomhttps://freesound.org/people/Iceofdoom/sounds/575802/--------Trigger warnings:- Violence and threats of violence- Racism and xenophobia- Deception- Threats of violence towards children- Sudden loud noises- Self-harm- GenocideAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
11/21/202334 minutes
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5.10: Juno Steel and the Recipe for Disaster (Part 2)

When Juno Steel is accused of a crime he didn't commit, it's up to Detective Rita, Private Eye to save the day! Can Rita clear Juno's name?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Elevator Music” by YellowTree https://freesound.org/people/YellowTree/sounds/686020/“Hotel_room_door_opening.wav” by joedeshon https://freesound.org/people/joedeshon/sounds/118233/“Hotel_room_door_closing” by joedeshon https://freesound.org/people/joedeshon/sounds/118233/--------Trigger warnings:- Incarceration- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- DeceptionOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
11/7/202333 minutes, 13 seconds
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5.09: Juno Steel and the Recipe for Disaster (Part 1)

Juno needs to get in contact with a certain thief, and luckily he has a plan... but what will happen if that thief really, really doesn't want to be found?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Elevator Music” by YellowTree https://freesound.org/people/YellowTree/sounds/686020/ “Hotel_room_door_opening.wav” by joedeshon https://freesound.org/people/joedeshon/sounds/118233/ “Hotel_room_door_closing” by joedeshon https://freesound.org/people/joedeshon/sounds/118233/--------Trigger warnings:- Incarceration- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- DeceptionOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
10/17/202325 minutes, 22 seconds
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5.08: Second Citadel--The Witches' Bargain (Part 2)

On opposite sides of the Universe, two witches offer terrible exchanges. But be wary when you bargain with a witch, Traveler: you may not have as much choice as it first appears.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.Emotional Original Soundtrack - BETTER LIFE by Magmi.Soundtracks https://freesound.org/people/Magmi.Soundtracks/sounds/522207/“Dark Magic Cast Loop Short” by EminYILDIRIM https://freesound.org/people/EminYILDIRIM/sounds/550326/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- Imprisonment- Death- Military forceOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
10/3/202331 minutes, 18 seconds
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5.07: Second Citadel--The Witches' Bargain (Part 1)

In the frozen wastes, three travelers seek a prophecy; in the Citadel skies, a terrible machine looms.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Ambience, Airbus Plane, Interior, Loop, A.wav” by InspectorJ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/321169/“Landmass / Earth Rumble” by el-bee https://freesound.org/people/el-bee/sounds/363122/“Roar.wav” by CGEffex https://freesound.org/people/CGEffex/sounds/98337/“Big monster grown” by soundmast123 https://freesound.org/people/soundmast123/sounds/571971/“Monster pain” by soundmast123 https://freesound.org/people/soundmast123/sounds/571974/“Sword Out of Flesh - 06.wav” by SoundFlakes https://freesound.org/people/SoundFlakes/sounds/492234/--------Trigger warnings:- Sudden loud noises- Violence and threats of violence- Imprisonment- Death- Military forceOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
9/19/202326 minutes, 30 seconds
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5.06: Juno Steel and the Birds-Eye View (Part 2)

As Juno Steel tries to solve a murder that occurred twenty-seven years ago, he finds that not everyone is willing to discuss the mistakes of their past.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Waves and seagulls.wav” by justkiddink https://freesound.org/people/juskiddink/sounds/149488/"Drone Scifi hollow airy.wav" by ztitches https://freesound.org/people/ztitchez/sounds/370316/0450am by airtone (c) copyright 2022 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/airtone/65028--------Trigger warnings:-Abusive relationship-Alcohol-Animal death-Emotional abuseOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
9/5/202335 minutes, 6 seconds
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5.05: Juno Steel and the Birds-Eye View (Part 1)

Juno Steel has worked some cold cases before... but to find a lead in his search for Nureyev, he's going to have to solve his coldest case yet. Twenty-seven years cold, to be precise.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Waves and seagulls.wav” by justkiddink https://freesound.org/people/juskiddink/sounds/149488/"Drone Scifi hollow airy.wav" by ztitches https://freesound.org/people/ztitchez/sounds/370316/0450am by airtone (c) copyright 2022 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/airtone/65028--------Trigger warnings:-Abusive relationship-Alcohol-Animal death-Emotional abuseOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
8/22/202344 minutes, 11 seconds
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5.04: Second Citadel--The End Begins (Part 2)

As fire rains from the sky, a group of survivors interrogates a soldier from parts unknown... only to find that far more than their lives are at stake.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.---------Trigger warnings:- Violence and threats of violence- Warfare and mass destruction- Xenophobia/racism- Sudden loud noises- Deception- Choking/strangulation- DeathAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
8/8/202330 minutes, 9 seconds
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5.03: Second Citadel--The End Begins (Part 1)

A few moments before the end of the world, two brothers engage in an argument that could be the end of something much more personal.Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.Loop_Jungle_War_Drums_03.wav by LittleRobotSoundFactory https://freesound.org/people/LittleRobotSoundFactory/sounds/321033/“Snapping-chain” by CosmicEmbers https://freesound.org/people/CosmicEmbers/sounds/161650/“Ambience, Large Crowd, A.wav” by InspectorJ https://freesound.org/people/InspectorJ/sounds/403180/“Crowd people slow street 150427_02.flac” by klankbeeld https://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/sounds/273052/---------Trigger warnings:- Violence and threats of violence- Warfare and mass destruction- Xenophobia/racism- Sudden loud noises- Deception- Choking/strangulation- DeathAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7/25/202326 minutes, 28 seconds
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5.02: Juno Steel and the Vanishing Act (Part 2)

A very dramatic thief has struck this production of Freedom in Chains with a very peculiar called shot: a calling card claiming that the Prismacrystal Chimes will be stolen at the climax of the play. Can Juno stop the thief before the Chimes vanish... and more importantly, is the dramatic thief in question the man he's been looking for?Welcome to the Penumbra, dear Traveler. We hope you enjoy your stay.(Trigger warnings can be found at the bottom of this episode description and at the end of the transcript.)-------You can find all of our transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OLddnnYamZuglgZc8pM2gqToPOwEBccM?usp=sharingTranscripts will come out along with the public release of the episode.On staff at the Penumbra:Ginny D'Angelo -- Head of Merchandise and OutreachMelissa DeJesus -- Script editing teamHarley Takagi Kaner -- Co-creator, Head of Episode Development, Director, Sound designerJoelle Kross -- TranscriptionistNoah Simes -- Production managerGrahame Turner -- Script editing teamKevin Vibert -- Co-creator, Head of Operations, Lead writerRyan Vibert -- Composer and performer of original musicJeff Wright -- Graphic designer--------Attribution: Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.“Istanbul Dervish Cafe music” by tagirov https://freesound.org/people/tagirov/sounds/165192/“Cash Register” by kiddpark https://freesound.org/people/kiddpark/sounds/201159/Words of gratitude by magmavander (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/magmavander/42035 Ft: SackJo22Number 5 (B) by DeMeriden (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/DeMeriden/35023 Ft: Peter Harp“Welding a piece of metal with sparks flying all over the place.aif” by Tomlija https://freesound.org/people/Tomlija/sounds/103333/---------Trigger warnings:Sudden loud noisesDeception and gaslightingUse of firearmsDepiction of imprisonmentEnclosed dark spacesViolence and threats of violenceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7/11/202334 minutes, 38 seconds
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FINAL JUNO STEEL AND SECOND CITADEL SEASON Bonus Spectacular!

Gearing up for our VERY LAST season of both Juno Steel and Second Citadel, we're here to give you all the details on our PATREON BONUS SPECTACULAR. We genuinely can't afford to make this show (or live!) without our Patreon supporters, so we hope you'll consider pledging to receive some of the wild and wonderful rewards we'll be making for you. You can find everything at patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcast and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for considering supporting us!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
6/13/202313 minutes, 45 seconds
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Hiatus updates! Live show, post-show Q&A, and new merch dropping TODAY!

Harley and Kevin deliver some updates about what's coming up for Hyperion City Productions and aggressively move their heads towards and away from the mic.Remaining live show tickets: https://www.crystalballroomboston.com/events/the-penumbra-podcast-live/Tickets for the post-show Q&A with Harley and Kevin: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-penumbra-podcast-live-post-show-talkback-tickets-598721842147New merch: https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-penumbra-podcastAd-free episodes and all kinds of bonus rewards at our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepenumbrapodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
4/28/20231 minute, 44 seconds