![Dreams are Fragile Things]()
December 5, 2019
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 21
"Dreams are Fragile Things"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Shaylee bond. The others are determined to help them. The final battle looms.
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![The Only Good Thing]()
December 19, 2019
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 22
"The Only Good Thing"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
In the season finale, Mackenna and the other finally finish things. Many questions are answered. A new chapter begins. The Hidden People will return for a full 22-episode second season.
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This episode and other episodes use sound from Freesound by Benboncan with modifications. https://freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/72753/
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January 2, 2020
Welcome to the commentary episode for season 1, episode 1 of The Hidden People! Join our cast and crew as we discuss the making of the very first episode of the show. We talk about our process, how shows like ours are made, behind-the-scenes secrets, and more. If you like this bonus episode, we are making a commentary for all of the episodes in season one. That's TWENTY-TWO bonus commentary episodes. And after this free bonus, all twenty-one other commentaries will be available exclusively to our wonderful supporters on Patreon who subscribe at the bonus audio level, releasing regularly throughout the break before season two begins. Join us there at patreon.com/hiddenpeoplepodcast. You'll also get additional bonus episodes (like Alfie convincing the group to play Dungeons and Dragons), exclusive merchandise, and more.
WARNING: This commentary contains spoilers for season one. Please listen to all of season one before listening to the commentary so you can avoid spoiling the story.
This commentary features:
Chris Burnside: lead writer, director, and executive producer
Megan Burnside: director and executive producer
Sean Gunther: performer (the Storyteller)
Jordan Lopez: performer (Mackenna Thorne) and producer
Katharine Seaton: composer and sound designer
Cari Zahn: writer
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April 4, 2020
Katie Seaton, our brilliant composer and sound designer, did a deep dive into her work on some big scenes from episode 1.11, "Fetch." This is her step-by-step dissection of the music and sounds that make up one of our biggest and most intense sequences. Whether you're interested in how these things are made or whether you're just a fan of the show, you'll really enjoy this special episode.
A link to our Discord: https://t.co/sgBrciWiWL?amp=1
The pandemic has slowed us down a bit, but season two is coming very soon. Be prepared.
May 9, 2020
The Hidden People returns with season two on May 14! Refresh your memory with this short recap (or relisten to season one), and get ready for more magic, monsters, and modern fantasy in the upcoming twenty-two episode season.
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![Initiative]()
May 14, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 1
"Initiative"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The Hidden People returns for season 2. Who survived the collapse of the tower? And who might be found in the rubble? Those left standing embark on a magical quest to save the life of a friend.
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![In-Between]()
May 28, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 2
"In-Between"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Where are Mackenna and Nissa? Why haven't they returned or gotten word to the others? Find out, and learn the fallout from Mackenna's newfound power.
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June 11, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 3
"Fairest of Them All"
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Nissa struggle to survive in the In-Between. The others visit an unlikely ally to find their lost friends.
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![Downward Spiral]()
June 25, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 4
"Downward Spiral"
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Our heroes set out to recover the halves of the Arm Ring of Frigg, though each face significant obstacles. Getting home may bring about its own complications.
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![Autoscopy]()
July 9, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 5
"Autoscopy"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Creating a magical bridge between worlds has unintended consequences. With their minds and bodies scrambled, the gang must maintain appearances as they figure out a way to solve their predicament.
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July 23, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 6
"Offending Shadows"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
If Mackenna can survive being face-to-face with the Unseelie Court and a famous Old One, she might just find a way to restore everyone.
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![Needy Things]()
August 6, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 7
"Needy Things"
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Tracking the monster might not be difficult given its wake of destruction, but what will they do when they catch up to it?
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August 20, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 8
"Cyg X-1"
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
While Mackenna and the others research the monster to find out what they're dealing with, Alder Niamh takes advantage of Shaylee's contract.
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![Esurience]()
September 3, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 9
"Esurience"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Desperate to stop Cygnus and hopefully save their friend, Mackenna and the others work on a plan. Meanwhile, Mackenna and Shaylee must work to get past the awkward distrust in their relationship.
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![In Cygnus and in Health]()
September 17, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 10
"In Cygnus and in Health"
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Trapping Cygnus was only the first step in saving their friend. The hard part is what happens next. And there's a rule about a monster in a cage...
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![Body Building]()
October 1, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 11
"Body Building"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Cygnus come to blows. Can she stop the monster and save her friend?
This is the midseason finale of season two of The Hidden People. We will be back soon for uninterrupted bi-weekly releases of the second half of season two. Please stay tuned.
Special thanks to Lowri Ann Davies, Joe Bence, and Beth Smith for helping to bring a monster to life.
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![Customs]()
November 14, 2020
The Hidden People season 2 will resume on December 31, 2020. In the meantime, enjoy this standalone horror show co-created by Dayton Writers Movement.
Customs
How To Play the Elevator Game:
- Enter the elevator alone.
- Proceed to the fourth floor.
3. Descend to the second floor.
4. Proceed to the sixth floor.
5. Return to the second floor.
6. Ascend to the tenth floor.
7. Return to the fifth floor.
A young woman may enter the elevator here. Do not look at her or talk to her, whatever she does.
8. Press the button for the first floor.
– If the elevator descends to the first floor, exit immediately. Do not look back or speak.
– If the elevator starts to go up, it’s going to the Other World.
But what happens after you exit the elevator?
Written by Chris Burnside
Featuring:
Lowri Ann Davies as Carys
Hannah Preisinger as The Agent
Joe Bence as The Guard
April Sumner as The Elevator
Initial dialogue edit by Rachel Pulliam
Sound design by Fiona Thraille
Music, mix and additional editing/SFX by Katharine Seaton
Artwork by Megan Burnside
Customs is a collaborative project with Dashing Onions, Dayton Writers Movement, Old Souls Audio and Wonky Salamander and was originally produced for 11th Hour Audio Productions.
This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real people, places, or events is entirely coincidental.
![Asymmetry]()
December 31, 2020
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 12
"Asymmetry"
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Season two of The Hidden People returns from the midseason break for eleven more episodes to finish the season.
Weeks after the battle with Cygnus, Thomas checks in on his sister, who has been dealing with issues of her own.
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![The New Blood]()
January 14, 2021
DWM presents The Hidden People, season 2, episode 13
"The New Blood"
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Weeks after Cygnus, everyone tries to get back to normal. Shaylee is on assignment, and Mackenna tags along. Nissa and Alfie visit Sif. Sam and Thomas try to pick up the pieces.
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