Crooked Stories Theater

Paul Knauer
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Sink into immersive scripted audio stories crafted by professional screenwriters, voice actors and musicians. Catch a spooky horror. Laugh along to sitcoms and dramedies. Get lost in a sci-fi saga. Drift off to a sleepy tale. Each one with a twist, whether it’s a surprising plot turn, fun spin on a genre or an unexpected setting. Catch every twist and learn more about the creators behind the mic at CrookedStories.com. 

Episodes

  1. Devil's Due Ep. 107: The Collection

    FEB 10

    Devil's Due Ep. 107: The Collection

    "I'm sorry, brother." Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode seven of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. The Collection: Powerful forces close in. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    16 min
  2. Devil's Due Ep. 106: Son Rise

    JAN 30

    Devil's Due Ep. 106: Son Rise

    "I wanna know why!" Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode six of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. Son Rise: Nathan has his own dance with the devil. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    14 min
  3. Devil's Due Ep. 105: Sins Of The Father

    JAN 19

    Devil's Due Ep. 105: Sins Of The Father

    "I swear it." Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode five of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. Sins Of The Father: Walt recalls the past decisions that led to this dangerous moment. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    14 min
  4. Devil's Due Ep. 104: Were It That Easy

    JAN 10

    Devil's Due Ep. 104: Were It That Easy

    "I don't want him here!" Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode four of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. Were It That Easy: Rachel seeks to satisfy a long-held grudge. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    11 min
  5. Devil's Due Ep. 103: A Dance With the Devil

    JAN 1

    Devil's Due Ep. 103: A Dance With the Devil

    "I'll ask again. Are you ready to dance with the devil?" Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode three of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. A Dance With the Devil: Walt's nemesis manipulates him into a dangerous decision. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    14 min
  6. Devil's Due: Director's/Producer's Commentary for Episode 101

    12/30/2025 · BONUS

    Devil's Due: Director's/Producer's Commentary for Episode 101

    Paul Knauer, Executive Producer, Writer and Director for Crooked Stories Theater and Devil's Due, interviews Justin Cook, Executive Producer and Sound Director, as the pair listen to Devil's Due Episode One together. Topics include sound design, writing challenges and the joys and frustrations of building an entire story world with only audio. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    54 min
  7. Devil's Due, Ep. 102: The Serpent

    12/23/2025

    Devil's Due, Ep. 102: The Serpent

    Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode two of eight.  Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. The Serpent: Walt hatches his plan, only for it to bite him. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    18 min
  8. Devil's Due Ep. 101: A Gambler's Call

    12/23/2025

    Devil's Due Ep. 101: A Gambler's Call

    "There are them that give, them that take. But, the Devil always gets his due." Series: Devil's Due, a supernatural Western Written and Directed by Paul Knauer Season one. Episode one of eight. Devil's Due: A traveling gambler and his young protege in Wild West-era Kansas unknowingly stumble into a powerful foe’s plot to take down the gambler. A Gambler's Call: While tracking a pair of bandits, Walt and Nathan cross paths with a new nemesis. Paul Knauer, Executive Producer/Showrunner Justin Cook, Executive Producer/Original music/Sound design Steve Parker, Storyteller ​Jason Burroughs, Walt Chris Head, The Preacher Jack Parker, Nathan Olivia Swad, Rachel Jarret Giffis, Solomon Matt Candelario, Marvin/Bounty Hunter Ralph Duke, Nigel/James Harry Dyer, Dirk/Pastor Drew Hudson, Stagecoach Driver/Hotel Manager/Atmospherics Faith Beman, Woman Getting Robbed/Townsperson ​Paul Knauer, Man Getting Robbed Content: Mild language and violence. Short scene with themes of suicide (ep. 5). Guns and gambling. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    14 min
  9. Devil's Due Season One Trailer

    SEASON 1, EPISODE 100 TRAILER

    Devil's Due Season One Trailer

    Coming soon: Devil's Due, an 8-episode supernatural Western drama. First 2 episodes drop on Dec. 23. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crooked-stories-theater/donations

    1 min

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Sink into immersive scripted audio stories crafted by professional screenwriters, voice actors and musicians. Catch a spooky horror. Laugh along to sitcoms and dramedies. Get lost in a sci-fi saga. Drift off to a sleepy tale. Each one with a twist, whether it’s a surprising plot turn, fun spin on a genre or an unexpected setting. Catch every twist and learn more about the creators behind the mic at CrookedStories.com. 

Information

  • Creator
    Paul Knauer
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Crooked Stories Theater

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