199 episodes

We explore family-friendly audio drama through news, reviews, and interviews with cast and crew.

Audio drama critic, J.D. Sutter, and a rotating cast of co-hosts discuss new releases from series such as Lamplighter Theatre, Adventures in Odyssey, Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, Heirloom Audio, and Jonathan Park. They will also introduce you to the work of other producers that the team thinks you'll enjoy and address industry topics that are of interest to the fanbase.

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Audio Theatre Central Porchlight Family Media

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    • 4.5 • 77 Ratings

We explore family-friendly audio drama through news, reviews, and interviews with cast and crew.

Audio drama critic, J.D. Sutter, and a rotating cast of co-hosts discuss new releases from series such as Lamplighter Theatre, Adventures in Odyssey, Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, Heirloom Audio, and Jonathan Park. They will also introduce you to the work of other producers that the team thinks you'll enjoy and address industry topics that are of interest to the fanbase.

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    Review of The Lamb from Witnesses

    Review of The Lamb from Witnesses

    Easter is this month and Witnesses recently just wrapped up the final episode of their mini-series, The Lamb, so we thought it was the perfect time to review these episodes. ATC contributor and audio drama producer Christopher Green joins J.D. for a deep dive into these 8 episodes which tell the story of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection in a new way. In addition to the review, J.D. shares a bunch of exciting audio drama updates as well. Happy Easter!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/197

    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 1 hr 43 min
    HeartMatters Audio Drama Review & Producers Interview

    HeartMatters Audio Drama Review & Producers Interview

    Ok, it's really true that we've got a packed episode this month! We've got a bunch of audio drama updates, JD shares some potentially controversial opinions about younger writers and actors in his monologue, and he also responds to feedback from Bethany, Blake, Jeremy, and Michael. In addition to all that, JD is joined in the interview segment by Kristie Jardot, Lead Program Coordinator and Austin Peachey, Audio Content Producer with Oklahoma-based nonprofit, HeartMatters, Inc. to talk about their brand new audio drama efforts. Then after the conversation, JD reviews all 6 of the new episodes that have just been released. These are some great quality programs that you and your family will be sure to enjoy.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/196

    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 1 hr 38 min
    Looking at the Year Ahead in Audio Drama

    Looking at the Year Ahead in Audio Drama

    JD kicks off the year with a new episode dedicated to looking at what is coming down the road this year in the world of family-friendly audio drama. There are lots of productions on the horizon that we're really excited about and we thought it was worth discussing. JD also shares some audio drama updates and addresses some feedback from Christian and an Apple Podcasts review.

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/195

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 57 min
    Interview with Writer Glenn Hascall & Review of Artaban and the Quest for the King

    Interview with Writer Glenn Hascall & Review of Artaban and the Quest for the King

    We've got a packed show for the final episode of 2023! Austin Peachey sits down with writer and voice actor, Glenn Hascall, to talk about some of his previous projects he written or acted in, his creative process, and a bit about what he's got cooking for 2024. JD shares a bunch of audio drama updates including a couple pieces of teaser audio and then he reviews the brand new release from Markiewitz Audioworks, Artaban and the Quest for the King. This is an hour-long Christmas story that we think you will really enjoy. And we've got a fun post-credits surprise for you! Don't miss our 2023 finale!
    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/194

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 1 hr 19 min
    Live at Sonic-Con '23 with Actors Daniel Cross & Andy Harvey

    Live at Sonic-Con '23 with Actors Daniel Cross & Andy Harvey

    Recorded in front of live audience in The Tower Theater in Lynchburg, Virginia at Sonic-Con 2023, this episode was a lot of fun! ATC contributor Austin Peachey joins JD to host the show as they share lots of audio drama updates and address some feedback from listener Blake. They also have a great conversation with actors Andy Harvey and Daniel Cross about how they got started in audio drama, how other types of acting can translate to voice acting, and some of their most challenging roles thus far. These two talented actors also do a cold read of two short scripts to show how they approach new characters and develop the voice. You don't want to miss this show!

    Full show notes at http://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/193

    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

    Join our Throne room: https://throne.live/@AudioTheatreCentral
    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 45 min
    Sonic-Con 2023 Day 3 Recap

    Sonic-Con 2023 Day 3 Recap

    JD, Dominic Treis, Josh Rodriguez, Darby Kern, Austin Peachey, and Nato Jacobson recap day 3 of Sonic-Con 2023.

    What are your thoughts on the topics we addressed in this episode? Send us your feedback! We’d love to hear what you think! Email us at feedback@audiotheatrecentral.com or give us a call or text to 623-688-2770.

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    Record our show credits for a future episode. Send us a recording of you reading the following and we'll use it in a future episode: Script: "Hi! This is [YOUR NAME] from [YOUR CITY AND/OR STATE]. Audio Theatre Central is a production of Porchlight Family Media. The theme music was composed by Sam Avendaño. The show is produced and edited by J.D. Sutter. Find the website at audiotheatrecentral.com."
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    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
77 Ratings

77 Ratings

odysey fan ,

Awesome

Love the behind the scenes of audio drama stuff that ATC. I have learned of so many great audio dramas I had never heard of from ATC! Great interviews, news and interviews from the audio drama world.

greg 124445566788990 ,

BREAKING NEWS

I LOVE ATC!! I enjoy the cleanliness of the episodes. ALSO, ROY HAS THE PERFECT VOICE FOR JASON IN AIO IF THE ACTOR WERE TO STOP ACTING!!!😱😱😱😱😱

joshrodwrites ,

The place for all things family friendly audio drama

This is a fantastic podcast for audio drama lovers!! The guys, led by JD, have an unrivaled passion audio drama.

Keep up the great work!!

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