11 episodes

It’s freshman year of college. Vanessa Ortega is a telepath struggling to control her power in more ways than she realizes. Dexter Sullivan is an aspiring animator still reeling from the loss of his parents two years ago. Between Vanessa’s telepathy and Dexter’s grief, they’ll soon learn that they each have to confront their inner demons.

The Path Down Leslie Gideon

    • Fiction
    • 4.7 • 19 Ratings

It’s freshman year of college. Vanessa Ortega is a telepath struggling to control her power in more ways than she realizes. Dexter Sullivan is an aspiring animator still reeling from the loss of his parents two years ago. Between Vanessa’s telepathy and Dexter’s grief, they’ll soon learn that they each have to confront their inner demons.

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    Freshmen year of college is off to a rocky start. At least the new diner has good fruit tarts.

    Cast:
    Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega; Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan; Alex Lamoureux As Bellamy Sullivan; Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan; Julisa Lopez As Emilia Ortega

    Transcript for episode one: https://thepathdown.com/episode-1

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
    For full music attribution, bonus content, and transcripts, visit The Path Down.

    This episode contains: Sudden noises.

    • 15 min
    More Than A Feeling

    More Than A Feeling

    Vanessa and Dexter are technically studying. It turns out superpowers have some inconvenient side effects.

    Cast:
    Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega, Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan, Kyle Nishimura As Christopher Kuromaya, Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan

    Transcript for episode: https://thepathdown.com/episode-2

    Promo: The Viridian Wild

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
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    This episode contains: Mild emotional distress, fire, discussions of familial death, and sudden noises.

    • 17 min
    Heat of the Moment

    Heat of the Moment

    Dexter and Bellamy have a chat. Vanessa's plans for movie night don't go quite as expected.

    Cast:
    Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega, Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan, Alex Lamoureux As Bellamy Sullivan, Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan

    Transcript for episode: https://thepathdown.com/episode-3

    Promo: The Subjective Truth

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley - www.scottbuckley.com.au
    This episode also featured "Monomyth (The Fall)" and "Eidolon" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
    For full music attribution, bonus content, and transcripts, visit The Path Down.

    This episode contains: Discussions and depictions of illness, discussions of familial death, emotional distress, and sudden noises.

    • 17 min
    Down Under

    Down Under

    Finals week is stressful. Dexter's not handling it too well.

    Cast: Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega, Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan, Kyle Nishimura As Christopher Kuromaya, Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan, Kid Kerrigan As Paulette Ortega

    Transcript for episode: https://thepathdown.com/episode-4

    Promo: The One Stars

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
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    This episode contains: Discussions and depictions of mental illness, discussions of familial death, emotional distress, and sudden noises.

    • 17 min
    In Your Eyes

    In Your Eyes

    Chris and Vanessa have some friendly competition. Meanwhile, Bellamy makes a tough call and Lucero gets a head start on their winter break.

    Cast:
    Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega, Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan, Alex Lamoureux As Bellamy Sullivan, Kyle Nishimura As Christopher Kuromaya, Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan

    Transcript for episode : https://thepathdown.com/episode-5

    Promo: Deconstructive Critisism

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
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    This episode contains: Fire, discussions of medical care facilities, and sudden loud noises.

    • 17 min
    Wish You Were Here

    Wish You Were Here

    The Ortega and The Sullivan households each try to get into the holiday spirit.

    Cast:
    Leslie Gideon As Vanessa Ortega, Ryan Hoyle As Dexter Sullivan, Alex Lamoureux As Bellamy Sullivan, Kyle Nishimura As Christopher Kuromaya, Tal Minear As Lucero Morgan, Julisa Lopez As, Emilia Ortega, Kid Kerrigan As Paulette Ortega

    Transcript for episode : https://thepathdown.com/episode-6

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    Theme is "Tears in Rain" by Scott Buckley
    Sound Effects from https://freesound.org and https://freesfx.co.uk
    For full music attribution, bonus content, and transcripts, visit The Path Down.

    This episode contains: Mild physical injury, discussions and depictions of mental illness, interfamilial conflict, and sudden noises.

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Cpt Swagger ,

Loved this!

I listened to this show in one day, it was refreshing and heartfelt. It's very comforting and the acting is great, as well as the representation! Interesting premise and I cannot wait for more. Everybody should listen to this show!!!

Jeff VanD ,

So good!

Such a unique blend of authentic, college-age slice of life and light science fiction. The characters are compelling and it's so nice to listen to a show rooted in a strong and authentic friendship. Refreshing and really well made.

alittlejstillz ,

A pleasure to listen

Relatable characters, a supernatural element, emotion and intrigue. Sign me up! I can't wait to listen more.

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