The Third-Rock Theatre of the Air

Sword & Sigil Productions
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Science Fiction

A vintage radio variety show where each and every guest is abducted by a UFO. The Third-Rock Theatre of the Air is a weird fiction audio drama surrounding this variety show of the same name. The series blends elements of comedy, horror, radio drama, and science fiction to create an entirely out-of-this-world experience. Tune in each month for the greatest talents Planet Earth has to offer.

Episodes

  1. 004 - "The Missing Linc"

    Jun 5

    004 - "The Missing Linc"

    The latest test of the Third-Rock Theatre’s proprietary cloning array. Featuring Abraham Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln, and Abraham Lincoln. Also, Abraham Lincoln. Please subscribe, rate, and comment on your podcast software of choice. It really does make a difference in spreading our show to new, impressionable ears. Content Warnings: Body Horror Human Livestock Mentions of Drowning Screaming Explicit Language Chekhov's Gunfire SFX: distorted static & voices, brief high frequencies, rumbling Created and distributed by Sword & Sigil Productions LLC. Logo art by J. Michael Beckett (voicebymichaelbeckett.wordpress.com) This work is openly licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

    44 min
  2. 003 - "Get with the Program"

    May 1

    003 - "Get with the Program"

    Mac’s first day as station intern. Featuring a special presentation from our friends at Synistek, a 25-kiloton hack, and the heart-warming story of an ass-piring musical prodigy. Also, [REDACTED]. Please subscribe, rate, and comment on your podcast software of choice. It really does make a difference in spreading our show to new, impressionable ears. Content Warnings: Donkey CPREscalating ArgumentsImminent ExplosionsInsects and InfestationMinor Robotic BigotryScreamingExplicit LanguageSFX: distorted static & voices, insect buzzing, brief high frequencies, rumbling Created and distributed by Sword & Sigil Productions LLC. Logo art by J. Michael Beckett (voicebymichaelbeckett.wordpress.com) This work is openly licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

    36 min
  3. 002 - "Bad Blood"

    Apr 3

    002 - "Bad Blood"

    A new wrinkle threatens Mike’s control over the show. Featuring rock music and a special guest who really sucks. Also, a multi-headed barbershop quartet dragon. Please subscribe, rate, and comment on your podcast software of choice. It really does make a difference in spreading our show to new, impressionable ears. Tonight’s Featured Presentation was Jackson Lair: INSTAGRAM: @iamjacksonlair SPOTIFY & APPLE MUSIC: Jackson Lair Content Warnings: Mentions of BloodInsects and InfestationKidnapping and BondageEscalating ArgumentsForced Blood DrainingViolent DisintegrationVomitingScreamingVocalized Sounds of PainExplicit LanguageSFX: distorted static & voices, insect buzzing, brief high frequencies, rumbling Logo art by J. Michael Beckett (voicebymichaelbeckett.wordpress.com) Created and distributed by Sword & Sigil Productions LLC. This work is openly licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

    46 min
  4. 001 - “Exit Pursued by Bigfoot”

    Apr 3

    001 - “Exit Pursued by Bigfoot”

    Pilot. Featuring one hell of a comedian and a surprise guest with an aversion to being captured. Also, Elvis Presley? Please subscribe, rate, and comment on your podcast software of choice. It really does make a difference in spreading our show to new, impressionable ears. Content Warnings: Alien AbductionScreamingVocalized Sounds of PainExplicit LanguageAngry Animal SoundsEscalating ArgumentsSFX: distorted static & voices, brief high frequencies, rumbling Logo art by J. Michael Beckett (voicebymichaelbeckett.wordpress.com) Created and distributed by Sword & Sigil Productions LLC. This work is openly licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

    47 min
  5. [UNIDENTIFIED BROADCAST]

    Trailer

    [UNIDENTIFIED BROADCAST]

    Transmissions Begin ||| 04.03.2026 Created and distributed by Sword & Sigil Productions LLC. Logo art by J. Michael Beckett (voicebymichaelbeckett.wordpress.com) This work is openly licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

    1 min

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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

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A vintage radio variety show where each and every guest is abducted by a UFO. The Third-Rock Theatre of the Air is a weird fiction audio drama surrounding this variety show of the same name. The series blends elements of comedy, horror, radio drama, and science fiction to create an entirely out-of-this-world experience. Tune in each month for the greatest talents Planet Earth has to offer.

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