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SEASON 1, EPISODE 9

Episode 5: "Ever Onwards"

Join our Patreon for ad-free podcasts and bonus content ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AltStories⁠ The road is coming to an end for Theo and IRIS as they reach ZG HQ, but can they complete their mission and bring back the specs to Taj Bran? Episode 5: “Ever Onwards” was written by Lewis Carter and directed by Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen. Burnout is created by Lewis Carter and written by Lewis Carter and Emily Inkpen In this episode you heard: Ethan Reid as Theo Miztli Rose as IRIS Alexander Broad as Alfie Emily Inkpen as Jess Chris Gregory as Taj Bran Tiffany Clare as "The Mediator" Charlie Richards as "The Other" Amy Forrest as "Militia Leader" and Francesca Hayman as "Soldier" Other voices were played by the cast. Burnout is recorded at Orpheus Studio in London by Richard “Orpheus” Campbell Production, sound design and editing are by Chris Gregory The original music score for Burnout is written by Chris Gregory Our closing theme “Dolores” is by Charlotte Carpenter Our production company is Alternative Stories ⁠https://alternativestories.com/⁠ You can find out more about Burnout by visiting our website ⁠https://www.burnoutpod.com/⁠ And you can follow the show on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burnout.pod/⁠ Please find the show in your favourite podcast app, subscribe and rate / review the show here ⁠https://pod.link/1798982875⁠ Charlotte Carpenter is the composer and performer of our brilliant closing theme "Dolores". Charlotte is a musician and songwriter from the English Midlands and you can find out more about her and listen to and buy her music (including “Dolores”) via her website ⁠www.charlottecarpentermusic.com⁠ You can also follow Charlotte on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ccarpentermusic/⁠ Burnout is free to listen to but not free to make. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast you can ⁠Support the show⁠ here Trigger Warnings Language Violence Threats of violence Kidnap / abduction Imprisonment Drug use Car accident Vomit Graphic depictions of injury Graphic depictions of military action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S1, E9

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37 min
31/10/2025

Terror Tapes - Cassette 1 - Side B – ‘The Calling’

On this cassette, you’ll hear about a man on a walk in a seaside town that turns deadly when he can't resist the calling of a mysterious giant shell. This tape has strong language, adult themes, and graphic violence. It is recommended for adult audiences only. Trigger warnings for drowning and violence. Listen if you dare. -- Writer: Kathryn Georghiou Intro: Adam Reilly Narrator: Kathryn Georghiou Edited by: Chris Gregory of Alternative Stories Artwork: Laura New

31/10/2025

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9 min
31/10/2025

Terror Tapes – Cassette 1 - Side A - ‘Wild Swimming’

On this cassette, you’ll hear the start of a blossoming relationship that turns deadly when he discovers who she really is. This tape has strong language, adult themes, and graphic violence. It is recommended for adult audiences only. Trigger warnings for violence, drowning, and murder. Listen if you dare. -- Writer: Dave McClelland Intro: Adam Reilly Narrator: Dave McClelland Edited by: Chris Gregory of Alternative Stories Artwork: Laura New

31/10/2025

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12 min
31/10/2025

Terror Tapes – Cassette 2 - Side A - ‘On the Wires’

On this cassette, you’ll hear a terrifying answer machine message a man was leaving his wife. He was calling whilst working, excited to get home and celebrate their anniversary, but the crows had other ideas. This tape has strong language, adult themes, and graphic violence. It is recommended for adult audiences only. Trigger warnings for violence, blood, torture, and death. Listen if you dare. -- Writer: Dave McClelland Intro: Adam Reilly Man: Dave McClelland Edited by: Chris Gregory of Alternative Stories Artwork: Laura New

31/10/2025

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5 min
TRAILER

Terror Tapes - Trailer

Adam has bought a box of unlabeled cassette tapes. The tapes are strange and terrifying. Listen if you dare.

Trailer

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1 min
SEASON 1, EPISODE 8

Interlude 3: "There's More Than One Way To Escape A Snake Pit"

Join our Patreon for ad-free podcasts and bonus content ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AltStories⁠ At Han's Auto Services Jess has some unexpected and unwelcome visitors. Interlude 3: “There's More Than One Way To Escape A Snake Pit" ” was written by Emily Inkpen and directed by Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen. Burnout is created by Lewis Carter and written by Lewis Carter and Emily Inkpen In this episode you heard: Emily Inkpen as Jess Chris Gregory as Taj Bran Tom McEnery as Anton Tomasz Clark as McCreedy and Charlie Richards as Caleb Other voices were played by the cast. Burnout is recorded at Orpheus Studio in London by Richard “Orpheus” Campbell Production, sound design and editing are by Chris Gregory The original music score for Burnout is written by Chris Gregory Our closing theme “Dolores” is by Charlotte Carpenter Our production company is Alternative Stories https://alternativestories.com/ You can find out more about Burnout by visiting our website https://www.burnoutpod.com/ And you can follow the show on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/burnout.pod/ Please find the show in your favourite podcast app, subscribe and rate / review the show here https://pod.link/1798982875 Charlotte Carpenter is the composer and performer of our brilliant closing theme "Dolores". Charlotte is a musician and songwriter from the English Midlands and you can find out more about her and listen to and buy her music (including “Dolores”) via her website www.charlottecarpentermusic.com You can also follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ccarpentermusic/ Burnout is free to listen to but not free to make. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast you can Support the show here Trigger Warnings Language Violence Threats of violence Kidnap / abduction Imprisonment Drug use Car accident Vomit Graphic depictions of injury Graphic depictions of military action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S1, E8

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27 min
14 FEB

Terror Tapes - Cassette 7 - Side B - 'Late Home'

It's Valentine's Day and Jenny is going about her usual daily routine and looking forward to a special evening with her boyfriend. This tape has strong language and adult themes. It is recommended for adult audiences only. Trigger warnings for language, mental illness and violence in this one. Listen if you dare. Writer: Ant Moran Intro: Adam Reilly Jenny and her reflection : Kathryn Georghiou George: Adam Reilly Sound design, production and editing: Chris Gregory of Alternative Stories Artwork: Laura New Follow Terror Tapes on Instagram here ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/terror_tapes_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoy Terror Tapes and would like to support our work you can join the Alternative Stories Patreon. Follow the link to choose your membership category and benefits : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/AltStories⁠⁠⁠⁠

14 Feb

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9 min
SEASON 1, EPISODE 3

Episode 2: "If God Is Your Co-Pilot, Swap Seats"

Join our Patreon for ad-free podcasts and bonus content ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AltStories⁠ Theo remains imprisoned in Alfie’s bunker whilst IRIS is strangely absent in the second episode of our cyberpunk thriller Burnout by Lewis Carter Burnout is created by Lewis Carter and written by Lewis Carter and Emily Inkpen It is directed by Emily Inkpen and Chris Gregory In the excerpts from Burnout in this episode you heard Miztli Rose as IRIS Ethan Reid as Theo Alexander Broad as Alfie Tiffany Clare as The Mediator Charlie Richards as The Other Nic Lamont as the Nezabukov Hit Squad Leader With other voices played by members of the cast Burnout is recorded at Orpheus Studio in London by Richard Campbell Production, sound design and editing are by Chris Gregory The original music score for Burnout is written by Chris Gregory Our closing theme “Dolores” is by Charlotte Carpenter Our production company is Alternative Stories https://alternativestories.com/ You can find out more about Burnout by visiting our website https://www.burnoutpod.com/ And you can follow the show on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/burnout.pod/ Please find the show in your favourite podcast app, subscribe and rate / review the show here https://pod.link/1798982875 Charlotte Carpenter is the composer and performer of our brilliant closing theme "Dolores". Charlotte is a musician and songwriter from the English Midlands and you can find out more about her and listen to and buy her music (including “Dolores”) via her website www.charlottecarpentermusic.com You can also follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ccarpentermusic/ Burnout is free to listen to but not free to make. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast you can Support the show here Trigger warnings for this episode Language Violence Threats of violence Kidnap / abduction Imprisonment Drug use Car accident Vomit Graphic depictions of injury Graphic depictions of military action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S1, E3

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33 min
SEASON 1, EPISODE 1

Prologue: "Self Help"

Join our Patreon for ad-free podcasts and bonus content ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AltStories⁠ In an underground laboratory within Taj Clan HQ, Caleb is working around the clock on a top secret project. But progress is slow and even Caleb's sef-help tapes aren't giving him the answers he needs. Burnout is created by Lewis Carter and written by Lewis Carter and Emily Inkpen It is directed by Emily Inkpen and Chris Gregory "Self Help" features Miztli Rose as IRIS Charlie Richards as Caleb Emily Inkpen as the voice of the self help tape and Chris Gregory as the ZG race commentator Burnout is recorded at Orpheus Studio in London by Richard Campbell Production, sound design and editing are by Chris Gregory The original music score for Burnout is written by Chris Gregory Our closing theme “Dolores” is by Charlotte Carpenter You can find out more about Burnout by visiting our website https://www.burnoutpod.com/ And you can follow the show on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/burnout.pod Please find the show in your favourite podcast app, subscribe and rate / review the show here https://pod.link/1798982875 Our production company is Alternative Stories https://alternativestories.com/ Charlotte Carpenter is the composer and performer of our brilliant closing theme "Dolores". Charlotte is a musician and songwriter from the English Midlands and you can find out more about her and listen to and buy her music (including “Dolores”) via her website www.charlottecarpentermusic.com You can also follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ccarpentermusic/ Burnout is free to listen to but not free to make. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast you can Support the show here Trigger warnings in this episode Language Implied threats of violence Imprisonment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15 min
SEASON 1, EPISODE 7

Episode 4: "Drink Heavily With Locals Whenever Possible"

Join our Patreon for ad-free podcasts and bonus content ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/AltStories⁠ As Theo and IRIS get nearer to Zero Grav HQ it's time to visit a local bar for some important information. Episode 4: “Drink heavily With Locals Whenever Possible” was written by Lewis Carter and directed by Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen. Burnout is created by Lewis Carter and written by Lewis Carter and Emily Inkpen In this episode you heard: Ethan Reid as Theo Miztli Rose as IRIS Alexander Broad as ‘Local’ Emily Inkpen as Jess Chris Gregory as ‘Barman’ Lewis Carter as Frank Alex White as The Dealer And Tiffany Clare as The Mediator Other voices were played by the cast. Burnout is recorded at Orpheus Studio in London by Richard “Orpheus” Campbell Production, sound design and editing are by Chris Gregory The original music score for Burnout is written by Chris Gregory Our closing theme “Dolores” is by Charlotte Carpenter Our production company is Alternative Stories https://alternativestories.com/ The diegetic music in this episode is performed by The Lo Keys https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KDQnTGDX7DKJ0nldg8Oqy?si=sZru9H6KSYeVk4ZgN_icrg You can find out more about Burnout by visiting our website https://www.burnoutpod.com/ And you can follow the show on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/burnout.pod/ Please find the show in your favourite podcast app, subscribe and rate / review the show here https://pod.link/1798982875 Charlotte Carpenter is the composer and performer of our brilliant closing theme "Dolores". Charlotte is a musician and songwriter from the English Midlands and you can find out more about her and listen to and buy her music (including “Dolores”) via her website www.charlottecarpentermusic.com You can also follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ccarpentermusic/ Burnout is free to listen to but not free to make. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast you can Support the show here Trigger Warnings Language Violence Threats of violence Kidnap / abduction Imprisonment Drug use Car accident Vomit Graphic depictions of injury Graphic depictions of military action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S1, E7

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32 min

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Episode 5: "Ever Onwards"

Terror Tapes - Cassette 1 - Side B – ‘The Calling’

Terror Tapes – Cassette 1 - Side A - ‘Wild Swimming’

Terror Tapes – Cassette 2 - Side A - ‘On the Wires’

Terror Tapes - Trailer

Interlude 3: "There's More Than One Way To Escape A Snake Pit"

Terror Tapes - Cassette 7 - Side B - 'Late Home'

Episode 2: "If God Is Your Co-Pilot, Swap Seats"

Prologue: "Self Help"

Episode 4: "Drink Heavily With Locals Whenever Possible"

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