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Updated 09/07/2022
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Updated 03/25/2023
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Updated 05/27/2020
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11/29/2022

Treasure Hunter! - Episode One "Curse of the Jade Scorpion"

Listener discretion is advised due to innuendo about adult themes. Recorded live at St Lawrence Arts in Portland, Maine on August 16, 2022. “Treasure Hunter!” Episode One: “Curse of the Jade Scorpion” was created and written by Bob LeBlanc and recorded live on August 16, 2022 at St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. And features Bob LeBlanc as Leo Gladstone and Dirk Quartermaine. Molly McGill as Laurali Rivers and Maisie Vos. David Hanright as the Narrator, Captain Transair, and Shurk Vos. CarlaRose Dubois as Donna and Henchman Sergeant. Randy Hunt as Roger and Professor Alexander. Marie Stewart Harmon as Henchman and Steward Nate Greene as Dr Zwak Steve Corning as our holy foley artist St Lawrence Arts Audio Mixing by Iain Odlin. Music was Heroic Adventure by Rafael Krux and was used under license. Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice and St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts, upcoming shows and space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Balderdash Academy’s On the Air Episode 3 was written by Bob LeBlanc, and performed by David Hanright and Bob LeBlanc. On the Air Theme Music is Jazzi Reloaded by Frank Schröter and is used under license. Produced and Edited by Bob LeBlanc Series Copyright ©2022 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved. Treasure Hunter! ©2022 Robert J. LeBlanc. All Rights Reserved. If you would like to perform this show or any On the Air Script, please visit us at https://www.balderdashacademy.com/otabooking/#scripts

11/29/2022

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27 min
06/12/2022

Ep 209: Linda Hildonen and Daniel Bridgman: Musicians, Playwright, Musical Podcasters

Tonight we have Linda Hildonen, half of the creative team LinCo Media and Daniel Bridgman Co-Stars of their upcoming PortFringe show, “It’s Complicated: The Musical.” They also write music together as the duo “Scrumgirl.” You can find Linda and Daniel at PortFringe with It’s Complicated: The Musical along with Kerry Anderson and Catherine Buxton’s Windows 95 Relaunch and our very own Aphrodite Prime. We can all be seen June 14, 16, and 18. Advanced ticket prices are $15 gives you all three acts or $30 gives you the show and sends some extra to the artists. Which we appreciate. You can also get the $75.00 – Frugal Fringer Pass – a punch card good for one person to attend each of the regular PF22 Shows (Late Night Shows NOT included). $180.00 – Fringe Fiend Pass – avoid the rush! an all-access pass with a reserved seat to see each show once (seat held until 5 minutes before showtime). Buy Tickets to PortFringe: http://portfringe.com/pf22boxoffice/ “Once in a Lifetime” https://www.linco.media/ LinCo Media YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXoC4GU-Q_7g39_AlHuMdJg Scrumgirl: Scrumgirl: https://www.facebook.com/Scrumgirl Show Links: Hey Party People!: https://youtu.be/4lkhHTVHulA Understanding Toxic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0QqS8QOErA Give Me The Details: https://www.npr.org/2022/05/30/1102044111/man-throws-cake-at-mona-lisa-the-louvre Buy tickets to Aphrodite Prime and the Invaders From Venus 12!: http://portfringe.com/portfolio/balderdash-academys-aphrodite-prime-and-the-invaders-from-venus-12-balderdash-academy/ Please Donate: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/donateAlxheimer’s Association: https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=32112&32112.donation=form1 Music by ThinkFishTank: https://thinkfishtank.bandcamp.com/ & https://soundcloud.com/thinkfishtankShow your school pride: https://www.balderdashacademy.com/storeCheck out Balderdash Academy's Teacher's Lounge: https://www.balderdashacademy.com/teacherslounge ©2022 Balderdash Academy.

06/12/2022

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1h 20m
03/30/2023

Aggie Blackthorn - Paranormal Reporter - Episode One: "The Screaming House"

Aggie Blackthorn, the gal with an eye for ghosts, ghouls, and mysteries is on the case. There are reports of a screaming house in Connecticut. When Aggie investigates she finds that the story is more sinister than she expected. Aggie was the seventh child of a seventh child, born on the seventh day of the seventh month of the seventh year of this century, giving her the power to commune with all nature of beasts and man, both normal and metaphysical. Salem Brand Housewares takes you along on Aggie's journey as she uncovers the secrets of the paranormal. “Aggie Blackthorn: Paranormal Reporter” Episode One: “The Screaming House” was created and written by Robert J. LeBlanc It was recorded live on September 13, 2022 at St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. And features Katie Dubie Buttarazzi as Aggie Blackthorn Bob LeBlanc as Leo, Mr Argyle, and Abe David Hanright as Pete Jacobson Jake Buttarazzi as Harvey Kingston Anna Halloran as Bertha Hopewell Steve Corning as our Foley Operator and Additional Voices Iain Odlin was our audio engineer Recorded Live at St Lawrence Arts in Portland, Maine. ⁠BUY TICKETS TO OUR NEXT LIVE SHOW!⁠ On the Air Theme Music is Jazzi Reloaded by Frank Schröter and is used under license. The following music was used for this media project: Music: The Path of the Goblin King v2 by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4502-the-path-of-the-goblin-king-v2 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice and St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts or space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Produced and Edited by Robert J. LeBlanc Text Copyright © 2022, Robert J. LeBlanc. Series and recording Copyright © 2023 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved.

03/30/2023

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24 min
SEASON 1 TRAILER

Welcome to the Teacher's Lounge and Beyond.

What do you do when your bonus episodes got so popular they need their own channel? You create one. Welcome to the Teacher's Lounge. Meet the characters of Balderdash County in Balderdash Academy Teacher’s Lounge. You’ve heard the game show, now you can go behind the scenes as you meet the students and faculty of our fine school. Unlock the mysteries of the centuries-old buildings or even go outside the school grounds to meet the denizens of the village of Balderdash. Character, comedy, and mystery abound in Balderdash Academy Teacher’s Lounge. Every other Wednesday on your favorite podcast service. This spin-off podcast started as bonus episodes on Balderdash Academy and grew so big we had to make it its own podcast. Welcome to Balderdash County.

S1 Trailer

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1 min
02/24/2023

The Bonnie Tales of Captain Bellamy - Episode One: "The Song of Trickery"

Navigating the waves of life, love, and adventure! Bonnie Captain Bonny Bellamy and her dastardly crew of the Seawitch are the terror of the seas but a danger to themselves. In this premiere episode, Captain Bellamy slipped in the bounty listings and decides to go after a rich bounty already claimed by her rival Captain Black Jack Malone. Can she deceive the notorious Black Jack? “The Bonnie Tales of Captain Bellamy” Episode One: “The Song of Trickery” was created and written by Robert J. LeBlanc and was based on his interactive mystery "Who Killed Jolly Roger?" from Sleuths Mystery Entertainment. This live performance was recorded live on August 30, 2022 at St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. Featuring: Molly McGill as Bonnie Captain Bonny Bellamy and Wolfie Carlarose Dubois as Birdy and Cabin Boy Johnny Robert J. LeBlanc as Morrie and the Announcer David Hanright as Black Jack Malone Nate Greene as Bertram Marie Stewart Harmon as Mabel Mahem and Betty B Randy Hunt as Dranger and Crowsnest Steve Corning as our Foley Operator and Additional Voices Iain Odlin was our audio engineer Recorded Live at St Lawrence Arts in Portland, Maine. BUY TICKETS TO OUR NEXT LIVE SHOW! Music was “Jolly Roger Sea Shanty and Drink Brighter Mast Sea Shanty from Pond 5 and used under license. Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice and St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts or space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Produced and Edited by Robert J. LeBlanc Text Copyright 2022, Robert J. LeBlanc. Series and recording Copyright 2023 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved.

02/24/2023

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26 min
10/25/2022

Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town - Episode One "Gold Trouble"

Recorded live at St Lawrence Arts in Portland, Maine on August 16, 2022. Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town: Gold Trouble was written and created by David Hanright and recorded live on August 16, 2022 at St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town: Gold Trouble featured the following music Music: Wagon Wheel by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4601-wagon-wheel License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com Music: Wagon Wheel by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4601-wagon-wheel License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://incompetech.com Maple Leaf Rag by Kevin MacLoed Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town: Gold Trouble Featured: Bob LeBlanc as ANNOUNCER and MAJOR John Wood Nate Greene as BEAVER Johnson Randy Hunt as SHERIFF Buck Nekkid Molly McGill as MARTHA Fokker CarlaRose Dubois as SISTER Sledge David Hanright as MINER “Donkey Jim” and Dirty MIKE Rotchburns Marie Stewart Harmon as Mrs. JENNY Tailyer Foley Effects by Steve Corning St Lawrence Arts Audio Mixing by Iain Odlin. Balderdash Academy’s On the Air was performed by David Hanright and Bob LeBlanc. On the Air Theme Music is Jazzi Reloaded by Frank Schröter and is used under license. Episode Two written by Bob LeBlanc and David Hanright. Spirits and Spirits Ad was written by Bob LeBlanc and featured: Nate Green as Jerry Steve Corning as Ted Bob LeBlanc as the Announcer Spirits and Spirits was based on a sketch from Balderdash Academy's Teacher's Lounge Podcast Spirits and Spirits Ad Theme was Creepy Comedy by Rafael Krux and is used under license. Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice, Iain Odlin, and St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts or space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Produced and Edited by Bob LeBlanc Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town - Gold Trouble (c) 2022, David Hanright Series (c) 2022 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved.

10/25/2022

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33 min
09/28/2022

Scamps McGee - Hobo With a Heart of Gold - Episode One "The Problematic Proposal"

Recorded live at St Lawrence Arts in Portland, Maine on August 16, 2022. Scamps McGee Hobo with a Heart of Gold: The Problematic Proposal was written by Bob LeBlanc and recorded live on August 16, 2022 at St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. Scamps McGee, Hobo with a heart of gold featured the following music Scamps McGee Theme is Dixi Dance by Frank Schröter and is used under license. Piano transition is "Piano Cue One" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scamps McGee Hobo With a Heart of Gold - "The Problematic Proposal" Featured: David Hanright as the Narrator and Doc Barron Bob LeBlanc as Scamps McGee Molly McGill as Bindle, Mother Williams, and the Pastor CarlaRose Dubois as Gladys and Laura Marie Stewart Harmon as Helen and Hettie Nate Greene as Old Man Williams and Beef Randy Hunt as Ben Foley Effects by Steve Corning St Lawrence Arts Audio Mixing by Iain Odlin. Balderdash Academy’s On the Air was performed by David Hanright and Bob LeBlanc. On the Air Theme Music is Jazzi Reloaded by Frank Schröter and is used under license. Episode One and the Artie’s Artisanal Commercial was written by Bob LeBlanc and featured: David Hanright as the Narrator Bob LeBlanc as Larry from the Triple P Randy Hunt as Artie Steve Corning as Doctor Francis Birdsong Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice, Iain Odlin, and St Lawrence Arts in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts or space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Produced and Edited by Bob LeBlanc Series Copyright 2022 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved.

09/28/2022

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36 min
03/25/2023

Episode 31: Founder's Day Special with On the Air

We're back! Kind of. To celebrate our Founder's Day we're playing a grown-up episode of our new podcast, Balderdash Academy's On the Air! We took a break from taping to focus on our Competitive Comedy, our Improv Live show, and our new live show and podcast, On the Air. On the Air is our love letter to vintage radio comedies. In the podcast, we join the professors of Balderdash Academy as they take a tongue-in-cheek look at vintage radio dramas that never were. Each month, our hosts Bob LeBlanc and David Hanright listen to a full live studio audience recording of a new vintage-style radio comedy and briefly discuss the "totally real" history of each "totally authentic" radio show. So join our professors from our real fake school as we present radio plays that never were with On the Air! ©2023 Balderdash Academy.

03/25/2023

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17 min
05/27/2020 · BONUS

Motive, Means Opportunity: The Complete Series

Strangers, each with a motive to commit murder, are invited to a remote mansion under mysterious circumstances. A cache of weapons is ready for their arrival. Who invited them? Who is pulling the strings? The complete five-part series is now available in its entirety. To Tip Your Performers If you like the broadcast and would like to give a tip to our volunteer performers we have two options: www.venmo.com/SleuthsMystery paypal.me/bobleblanc Any money given will be split equally between the performers. Notice This broadcast was adapted in late March and recorded remotely in the middle of April 2020 using the equipment they had in their own homes during the lockdown brought on by COVID 19. Because of this, we have endeavored to create a professional, well-executed radio play, within the technical limitations of life under the quarantine.

05/27/2020 · Bonus

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1h 53m
10/31/2023

Queen of the Night Greta Von Ghoul in "The Haunting at Slaughter House"

Queen of the Night, Greta VonGhoul, was heir to VonGhoul Castle in Transylvania until she was driven into exile by her uncle, the evil Count Svengalia. Along with her trusted driver Mister Murphy, she now stalks the supernatural, pursues the paranormal, and investigates the incorporeal from her mansion in the witch town of Salem. It's a horror-filled romp of supernatural comedy. Greta received a letter about a strange haunted house in Maine. Could her evil uncle be involved? “Queen of the Night Greta Von Ghoul⁠” Episode One: “The Haunting at Slaughter House” was created and written by Robert J. LeBlanc It was recorded live on October 13, 2022 at The Hill Arts in Portland Maine. And features Carlarose Dubois Bob LeBlanc With Steve Corning David Hanright Randy Hunt Molly McGill Marie Stewart Harmon With Special Guest Eric Darrow Worthley as the Bum who walked in off the street Iain Odlin was our audio engineer Recorded Live at The Hill Arts in Portland, Maine. ⁠⁠On the Air Theme Music is Jazzi Reloaded by Frank Schröter. All music and effects used under extended license. Produced with Special thanks to Dierdre Nice and ⁠The Hill Arts⁠ in Portland Maine. For more information about St Lawrence Arts or space rentals please visit stlawrencearts.org Produced and Edited by Robert J. LeBlanc Text Copyright © 2022, Robert J. LeBlanc. Series and recording Copyright © 2023 Balderdash Academy, All rights reserved.

10/31/2023

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28 min

Balderdash Academy is a comedy ensemble that produces comedy shows, videos, sketch comedy, experiential theater, improv, and comedy game and chat shows based on the ideals of improv. Our shows can be found live, online, and through our podcast networks.

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Treasure Hunter! - Episode One "Curse of the Jade Scorpion"

Ep 209: Linda Hildonen and Daniel Bridgman: Musicians, Playwright, Musical Podcasters

Aggie Blackthorn - Paranormal Reporter - Episode One: "The Screaming House"

Welcome to the Teacher's Lounge and Beyond.

The Bonnie Tales of Captain Bellamy - Episode One: "The Song of Trickery"

Pudding Gulch: Frontier Town - Episode One "Gold Trouble"

Scamps McGee - Hobo With a Heart of Gold - Episode One "The Problematic Proposal"

Episode 31: Founder's Day Special with On the Air

Motive, Means Opportunity: The Complete Series

Queen of the Night Greta Von Ghoul in "The Haunting at Slaughter House"

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