Aeternal: The Epic Story Pod

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As “The Epic Story Podcast,” we pride ourselves in producing content with one focus: sharing “Timeless Tales and Eternal Truths.” With an innovative and fun Rating System, you’ll know what you’re getting into long before an episode drops, so your family can discuss the content presented. Follow our current campaign as the party quests across the continent of Malbonara—a playtest of a table-top roleplaying game currently in dev! Like what you hear? Become a subscriber! Show your monthly support at ko-fi.com/Aeternal

Episodes

  1. 06/28/2025

    DEV-EES E01

    A quick update for the Aeternal Storytelling TTRPG Engine. Version 0.5.3.1 Topics: ​Combat​Immersion BreakingProficiency as Die SizesContested RollsHeavy vs. Light Attacks​ If you’d like to follow and support this project, visit ko-fi.com/aeternal. You can support monthly for as little as $3.

    7 min

  2. 06/21/2025

    By the Seat of Your Pants: Intro

    Welcome to Aeternal! Your home for grounded, family-first storytelling—featuring my original TTRPG and upcoming novella, launching Christmas 2025. 🎲 Catch free playtest sessions right here on the podcast. 💫 Support the journey for just $3/month at ko-fi.com/aeternal. If you’re into based content, share this episode and drop a 5-star review to help others find Aeternal!

    9 min

  3. 04/15/2025 ·  BONUS

    🧃Ants! - A Turtle Named Mr. Dood

    Join a father and son as we share some of our favorite stories about a curious tortoise in a big zoo! Thanks for listening! This story is written for 4 year olds and up. It includes music, and various characters. Please consider supporting me and my storytelling! You can subscribe for as little as $2 a month. If you can’t make that commitment, that’s ok—even a one-time donation helps! Check me out on Ko-Fi! https://ko-fi.com/aeternal

    10 min

  4. 04/15/2025 ·  BONUS

    “SHELL” Prologue: The Bridge (Concept Episode)

    LEGACY CONTENT: As part of legacy content of Aeternal, this piece reflects the previous standards and vision of past iterations of the podcast. I am still proud of the work I and my assembled crew did to bring this concept short to life. As such, this episode reflects the production value for future, story-driven content focused on family-oriented stories and content. Some of the following description reflects previous identities, goals and resources of the podcast. RATING: This presentation of the DadBodOddPod is rated “Energy Drink,” or a soft PG-13 rating, for language and intense atmosphere. IMMERSION: To enjoy a more immersive experience, it’s recommended you use headphones or a surround-sound system. THE CAST AND CREW: Narrated by Diana Kennedy Performed by Rebecca Jensen Uesugi as Corporal Meg Dawson Nicholas Dunlap as Corporal Eric Dunham and Dale Spaulding as Captain Franklin Ergo With Kathryn Stanley as Christine the Analyst Sound design and editing by Kathryn Stanley Original story by Dale Spaulding Original score by Aaron Weatherford. Aaron is open for work. You can reach him at https://aaronweatherford.carrd.co/ INTRO: SHELL is a short story with dark themes and intense action suited for audiences 17 years and older. This concept episode shows the potential for production, writing, and acting in professionally produced episodes of the podcast, as supported by patron contributions. It’s the standard of the DadBodOddPod that nothing on the show will meet or exceed a hard PG-13 rating in film. You can support this quality of content by donating as little as the cost of an artisan soda, or a cup of coffee, each month. If you’d like to fund future episodes of “SHELL,” or to fund brand new, original productions, click the link in this episode’s description, or you can visit https://www.ko-fi.com/aeternal

    7 min

  5. 04/11/2022

    A Turtle Named Mr. Dood - The Giraffe

    A special presentation of the #DadBodOddPod, this short story is rated “Apple Juice,” for all ages. Join a tiny turtle as he travels a giant zoo, and meets new friends along the way! Bring your little ones for a short, fun story designed just for them! If you’d like to support the podcast, visit patreon.com/WriteOnDale!

    7 min

  6. 10/07/2021 ·  BONUS

    “HIDDEN GEMS” - S1E01: The Gnoll

    A cloaked stranger approaches a man inn on a dark, rainy night. | Set in the universe of D&D, this audio series will combine elements of storytelling from the beloved table-top roleplaying game, and also give you, the listener, the chance to decide the fate of the characters. Grab your d20… it’s your turn! | This original series is originally based on TikTok. Visit my page to see the full production, and support my work on Patreon! | TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM81bGcFY/ | Patreon: https://patreon.com/WriteOnDale

    2 min

  7. 05/18/2021 ·  BONUS

    Something Wicked - A Thrilling Micro-Fiction

    When a cop is caught by a metahuman murderer, it’ll take wits and luck to come out alive.

    1 min

  8. 03/10/2021 ·  BONUS

    “Dreamers” - A Flash Fiction Piece

    It’s been too long! Here’s a little something to whet your appetite. This piece highlights a writing technique called “Show, then Tell.” To read the writing article focused on this very piece, click here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/47876848 | To read the short story in text format, click here: https://www.wattpad.com/1032320059?utm_source=ios&utm_medium=link&utm_content=share_reading&wp_page=reading_part_end&wp_uname=DaleSpaulding&wp_originator=HNJINsiwKMb2L7e52861v8Zhkx1yviN7PBqDHZv9wCjjmQPn71jB33OAxv5E26Z8j0cTC8CTIDSI2twY46RijzVWN4Ww3nJ1vj9mrWWNUYQ%2F%2BEpaYHjIOUW3FLPyIe6m

    7 min
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As “The Epic Story Podcast,” we pride ourselves in producing content with one focus: sharing “Timeless Tales and Eternal Truths.” With an innovative and fun Rating System, you’ll know what you’re getting into long before an episode drops, so your family can discuss the content presented. Follow our current campaign as the party quests across the continent of Malbonara—a playtest of a table-top roleplaying game currently in dev! Like what you hear? Become a subscriber! Show your monthly support at ko-fi.com/Aeternal

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