

The Magnus Archives
Rusty Quill
“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.
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Nov 23, 2017 • 25min
MAG 81 - A Guest for Mr. Spider
#0171702-AStatement of Jonathan Sims, regarding a childhood encounter with a book formerly possessed by Jurgen Leitner. Statement recorded by subject, February 18th 2017.Thanks to this week's Patrons: FooLord, Justen Riley, Chris Taylor, Felix Murley-Anderson, Chris Mahoney, Daniel Lindroth, Sara Eagan, Judith Taylor, Vivien Chin, Ric CrossmanIf you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquillEditing this week by Brock Winstead and Alexander J. NewallSound effects for this episode provided 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/subscribe.Please rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 2017 • 1min
Outliers Trailer
Stories from the edges of history.Historic Royal Palaces, in association with Rusty Quill, presents Outliers – a historic fiction podcast. Enjoy a selection of stories from award-winning contemporary writers as they reveal the people hiding in the shadows of real events at some of the greatest palaces ever built.Check it out on iTunes, RSS, our website or search "Outliers Rusty Quill" on you podcasting platform of choice.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 9, 2017 • 23min
MAG 80.3 - The Making of Magnus
Join a lively conversation about the intricate journey of turning a script into a captivating audio experience. Discover the behind-the-scenes magic of recording, audio editing, and the teamwork essential for quality production. Hear about the creative strategies employed to engage the community, incorporate fan art, and navigate distribution challenges. Plus, enjoy a humorous take on advertising and appreciate the collaborative spirit that fuels this captivating podcast journey!

Oct 31, 2017 • 2min
MAG S3 Trailer
“Make your statement. Face your fear.”Season 3 of The Magnus Archives will commence on the 23rd November 2017.See you soon.Addition Music by Samuel D F Jones.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 2017 • 23min
MAG 80.2 - Season 2 Q+A Part 2
Dive into a lively discussion on how horror clichés can frustrate audiences, particularly with the trope of 'stupid protagonists.' Discover the ethical dilemmas in storytelling and how personal experiences shape character development. Enjoy an exploration of the influence of Junji Ito's work on their narratives and reflect on audience engagement through creative questioning. Plus, hear playful banter about sponsorships that keeps the conversation light and entertaining!

Sep 27, 2017 • 21min
MAG 80.1 - Season 2 Q+A Part 1
In a lively Q&A, the hosts dive into character developments, revealing updates on beloved figures like Basira and Martin. They discuss how fan works influence the storytelling process while stressing originality. Future seasons aim to embrace diverse cultural narratives, with a commitment to authentic representation. Research is crucial for accurately portraying unfamiliar experiences, and the hosts reflect on the challenges of adapting their audio stories into print. Inspiration comes from various sources, including audience interactions and personal experiences.

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Aug 30, 2017 • 33min
MAG 80 - The Librarian
#0170216-B Statement of Jurgen Leitner regarding his life and works. Recorded direct from subject 16th February 2017. If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquill Sound effects for this episode provided by BathroomCrooner, SoundsForHim, StudentTanita, hank_richard, daboy291, TheFilmLook, Slave2theLight, InspectorJ, youandbiscuitme, Alternicity, Sethroph, skradz and previously credited artists via freesound.org. Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1 You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribe. Please rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aug 23, 2017 • 16min
MAG 79 - Hide and Seek
#0170216-A Original recording of manifestations and sightings at the Magnus Institute, London, 16th February 2017. If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquill Sound effects for this episode provided by Stubb, saturdaysoundguy, apolloaiello, wolfey1923, cornwallis89, thalamus-lab, bareform, kd-jack, jorickhoofd, splicesound, adam-n, editor-adp, dnab55 and previously credited artists via freesound.org. Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1 You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribe. Please rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aug 16, 2017 • 23min
MAG 78 - Distant Cousin
#0011206 Statement of Lawrence Moore, regarding something that was not his cousin. Original statement given June 12th 2001. Thanks to this week's Patrons: Lacey Rough, Julia Morgan, Nope, Liss Kuhlman, Franchesca Todd, Elena Mychaleckj, Matt Weir, jst1138 and Kristen Bonner If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquill Sound effects for this episode provided by magedu, sagetyrtle, sandufi, Islabonita, cmusounddesign, kevinkace, corkscr3w, vacuumfan7072, Yoyodaman234, n_audioman, saturdaysoundguy and previously credited artists via freesound.org. Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1 You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribe. Please rate and review on your software of choice, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aug 9, 2017 • 19min
MAG 77 - The Kind Mother
#9941509 Statement of Lucy Cooper. Incident occurred in Draycott, Somerset, August 1994. Victim’s name given as Rose Cooper. Statement given 15th September, 1994. Committed to tape 4th November, 1996. Gertrude Robinson Recording. Thanks to this week's Patrons: Joshua Fillon, Linzi H. Amy Stapleton, Max Cairnduff, Rosie Delight, Kristen Ahlstrom, Anika Kahn, Adam Bertolett, Linda Julia, Sean Frohling If you'd like to support us, head to www.patreon.com/rustyquill If you'd like to come to our live show with Chaotic Adequate in London on 17th August, tickets can be bought here: http://www.wegottickets.com/event/411950 Sound effects for this episode provided by previously credited artists via freesound.org. Check out our merchandise at https://www.redbubble.com/people/rustyquill/collections/708982-the-magnus-archives-s1 You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast software of choice, or by visiting www.rustyquill.com/subscribe. Please rate and review on iTunes, it really helps us to spread the podcast to new listeners, so share the fear.For ad-free episodes, bonus content and the latest news from Rusty Towers, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


