
The Magnus Archives
“Make your statement, face your fear.” The Magnus Archives is a weekly horror fiction audiodrama podcast examining what lurks in the archives of the Magnus Institute, an organisation dedicated to researching the esoteric and the weird. Join Jonathan Sims as he explores the archive, but be warned, as he looks into its depths something starts to look back… New episodes every Thursday produced by Rusty Quill, featuring guest actors, short stories, serial plots and more. The long awaited continuation The Magnus Protocol launched in January 2024. Season 2 of the Magnus Protocol is ongoing!This multi-award winning and record breaking epic horror anthology features elements of the supernatural and the eldritch while blending genres of horror, mystery, tragedy and romance in to a truly epic metaplot that has captivated millions and helped make The Magnus Archives the worlds most popular horror podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 21, 2019 • 25min
MAG 131 - Flesh
Case #0182003Statement of Jared Hopworth, the Boneturner, regarding his association with Flesh and recent activities.Content warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Zachary Pinz, Adina Adriana Ceara, Griesly, Ash Sullivan, Jenna Nolt, Erika Kvistad, Bradie Forsberg, Lorna M, Rose Marie Wong.If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Written by Jonathan Sims, directed by Alexander J Newall, produced by Story Sylwester.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Melanie King" - Lydia Nicholas"Helen Richardson" - Imogen Harris"Jared Hopworth" - Alexander J NewallSound effects this week by editor_adp, kylepyke, deleted_user_877451, alienistcog, ProductionNow, smokenweewALT, draftcraft, JoelAudio, stomachache, coltures, MinigunFiend, mmaruska, jop9798, 000600, TheBuilder15, leonelmail, and previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content warning for:self harmbody horrordismembermentemotional traumaknife violence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 2019 • 26min
MAG 130 - Meat
Case #0081912Statement of Lucia Wright., regarding just a... A hole. A hole filled with... With meat.. Original statement given December 19th, 2008.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Mariah Magee, Aviv, Kaitlin Porter, CheshireSavant, Kevin Cantu, Michael Giese, Emily Hannigan, Anne Eilertsen, Greg McMullen, Björn JägerIf you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by James Austin, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Written by Jonathan Sims, directed by Alexander J Newall, produced by Story Sylwester.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Gertrude Robinson" - Sue Sims"Lucia Wright" - Beth EyreSound effects this week by previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:body horrordismembered human remainsdismembered animal remainsemotional traumadeath and dyingsleep disorders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 2019 • 29min
MAG 129 - Submerged
Case #0130409Statement of Kulbir Shakya, regarding a flood that occurred around his flat in Hackney. Original statement given September 4th, 2013.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: stickyshoelaces, RJ, Sarah randlett, Iryka Smeke, Mupod, Richard Dixon, Sarah Hickey, Jess Em, Joseph Fink and Jane dataghosts.If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by James Austin, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Martin Blackwood" - Alexander J NewallSound effects this week by previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:drowningnatural disaster (flood)isolationgriefemotional traumahuman remains Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 2019 • 24min
MAG 128 - Heavy Goods
Case #0180303Statement of the surviving half of the being calling itself ‘Breekon and Hope’, regarding its existence. Statement... extracted from subject 3rd March 2018. Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Ever Anon, Nicole Fry, Meagan Waltz, Mike Nutter, Sean Frohling.If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Basira Hussain" - Frank Voss"Breekon" - Martin CorcoranSound effects this week by alegemaate, Yap_Audio_Production, LG, viznoman, mshahen, Suburbanwizard, Jamitch2 and previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:body horrorhuman remainsattempted suicidespidersknife violencedismembermentcannibalism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2019 • 27min
MAG 127 - Remains to be Seen
Case #8312111Statement of Doctor Jonathan Fanshawe, regarding the months leading to the death and autopsy of Albrecht Von Closen. Original statement given as part of a letter to Jonah Magnus, November 21st 1831.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: mielebit, Devin Goodman, the tempered steel of loss, Chase Curtin, Andy Plain, Summer Brown, Carpark Grackle, Jonathan Skowronek, Erin, harrison minnix.If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Elias Bouchard" - Ben Meredith"Basira Hussain" - Frank VossSound effects this week by YleArkisto, jmbphilmes, leonelmail, nettimato and previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:body horrormental illnessmortalitytombsprison Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2019 • 26min
MAG 126 - Sculptor's Tool
Case #0091110Statement of Deborah Madaki, regarding an adult art class she took in the Spring of 2004 and her friendship with ‘Gabriel’, a fellow student. Original statement given 11th October 2009.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: aetherglow, Steven Newman, Shanti Pillai, Tom Harding, Fancy George Jones, Miranda Baldwin, Annie Stevens, Jonah Levin, Alice Ebenhoe, Hugh Collins.If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Martin Blackwood" - Alexander J Newall"Peter Lukas" - Alasdair StuartSound effects this week by previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:body horroremotional traumaaltered realityhuman remainsemotional manipulation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2019 • 24min
MAG 125 - Civilian Casualties
Case #9931907Statement of Sergeant Terrance Simpson, regarding an outbreak of violence in the crofting community of Lanncraig, Ross-shire. Original statement given 19th July 1993.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Sara McConnell, Seamus O'Morain, Jeff Miller, Duncan Watson, MJ Stokesish, Mara Hopper, Cattleya, Melina Lillich, Arianna Emery, Roxie Arnold. If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Melanie King" - Lydia Nicholas"Basira Hussain" - Frank VossSound effects this week by Kylesmshahen, mshahen, MuserSounds, cupido-1, qubodup, BathroomCrooner, asbestos bill, spookymodem, Rock Savage, deoking, LampEight, MWLANDI, MichelleGrobler, and previously credited artists via freesound.org.Music this week: "Scotland the Brave" by Harry LauderCheck out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for:graphic violencetraumasuicidemass hysteriaself harmdismembermentdirect violenceamateur surgerynon-consensual medicine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2019 • 24min
MAG 124 - Left Hanging
Case #0121112Statement of Julian Jennings, regarding a cable car journey up the Untersberg mountain range in Austria. Original statement given 11th December 2012.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Mariela Renquist, freakanature06, Victoria Wilson, Oakley Cannon, Shane Belaire, Eric Carr, Eden Garrod, Jade Kraus, Ennis McKelvie, Sarah McCloud. If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances: "The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims "Martin Blackwood" - Alexander J NewallSound effects this week by previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for: cancer grief vertigo extreme heights suicide emotional trauma direct violence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 2019 • 25min
MAG 123 - Web Development
Case #0150108Statement of Angie Santos, regarding a website developed by one Gregory Cox. Original statement given 1st August 2015.Content Warnings for this episode are at the end of the show notes.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Kody Hinkel, Emily Wilson, ILikeBiggBooks, Elizabeth Keir, Arthur Tucker, Dayna Plehn, Teri Bills, Nathan Hughes, Grainne Moroney, Katelyn Catameo. If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEdited this week by Alexander J Newall.Performances: "The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims "Melanie King" - Lydia Nicholas "Basira Hussain" - Frank VossSound effects this week by MWLANDI, bigmanjoe, kineticturtle, animationIsaac, rebeat, samueljustice00, zimbot, drewkelly, Ryding & previously credited artists via freesound.org.Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribePlease rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.Content Warning for: body horror spiders insect infestation direct violence extreme aggression emotional trauma grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 17, 2019 • 26min
MAG 122 - Zombie
Case #0150102Statement of Lorell St John, regarding zombies. Original statement given 1st February 2015.Thanks to this week's Patrons: Paul Clemens, Jess Osterhout, Opalineillyria, Nick Dunn, Callum Ayres, Diana Restrepo, Stuart Finlay, Ambre marshall, Danielle Carter, Dive Riley, Josh Wein.Edited this week by Elizabeth Moffatt, Brock Winstead & Alexander J Newall.Performances:"The Archivist" - Jonathan Sims"Georgie Barker" - Sasha Sienna"Basira Hussain" - Frank VossSound effects this week by OwlStorm, Tombombadil1988 and previously credited artists via freesound.org.Content Warning for:body horrormortalityundeadstalkingexistential horrorimposter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.