COLD READS/HOT TAKES

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganDaryl - Shawn CooperLuanne - Larissa LoefflerSound Designers - Daniel Kelley & Salena MetregerThe SowingWriter - Steve LloydVoice - Alexandra Skye JonesSound designer - Lawrence LewisKinfolkWriter - Brady FlanaganDad - J.R. SnyderZachary - Brady FlanaganSound Designer - IsostaticalA New Fence PanelWriter - Catherine PipSylvia - Eliza RunolfsonFrances - Luci HollenSound Designer - Daniel KelleyIn Spite of Mistakes and SecretsWriter - Matthew Curran Vane - Melissa CarringtonHarris - Daniel KelleySound Designer - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganAgent - J.R. SnyderSound Designer - Salena MetregerRockallWriter - Catherine PipRadio - Shawn RavenSkipper - Catherine PipSound designer - TalieeCaptain... uhhhhhh... Bob?Writer - Brady FlanaganBob - Rae WitteSound Designer - Brady FlanaganThe VisionWriter -Salena MetregerNarrator - Jarret GriffisSound Designer - Salena MetregerContainment BreachWriter - Brady FlanaganAndrew - NJ UnwinLaura - Eliza RunolfsonSound Designer - Grant PeevyhouseAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganDaryl - Shawn CooperSound Designer - Salena MetregerOne Little RipWriter - Emily Morse-LeeKim - Jess McGrathSam - Brady FlanaganSound design - Brady Flanagan90 Days Intergalactic EditionWriter - Brady FlanaganLaura - Eliza RunolfsonYorbulax - Daniel Kelley Sound Design - Brady FlanaganWhere Time EndsWriter -Steve LloydMiss Eris Fallwood - Allison CossittMr Damien Esper - Gregory DwyerSound Design - Matt RukstarRight Beneath My NoseWriter - Matt RukstarRiley - Bryce PetersonParker - Anthony OrnatoSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydBrandy - Salena Metreger7-10 SplitWriter - Brady FlanaganMartin - Chris BausoMom - Emily Morse-LeeSound design - Andy WardlawAzure AssassinWriter - Matthew CurranAgent Strange - Gareth MurdenAssassin - Brady FlanaganSound Design - Matt RukstarLearning to Walk AgainWriter -Brady FlanaganKatie - Melissa CarringtonGayle - Salena MetregerSound Design - Brady FlanaganTo The Victor Go The SpoilsWriter - Daniel HurasJackall - Anthony OrnatoKoehler - J.R. SnyderSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverDirector - Salena MetregerWritten & Created by - Steve LloydBuck - Grant PeevyhouseGluttonyWriter - Steve LloydJason - Tyler MoodyNatalie - Gregory DwyerSound design - Brady FlanaganK-Mart Wars: The Sock RebellionWriter - Steve LloydRick - Sean LopezDebbie - Allison CossittSound Design - Matt MangumTreasure SeekersWriter - Pelle FridTreasure Seeker 1 - Emily Morse-LeeTreasure Seeker 2 - Gareth MurdenSound Design - Daniel KelleyDisparityWriter - Matthew CurranPerson - AJ DeLongSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganDog - Arthur BalusFemale Aunt - Savanna StaffordMale Uncle - Charles SearsFemale Cousin - EmiSproutGrandma - TalieeGrandpa - Arthur BalusPossum - Samantha StyduharComposer - Nels GrossTactical TherapyWriter - Steve LloydElias - Bach TranMike - Matt RukstarSound design - Mat MangumNovember RainWriter - Steve LloydJack - Brady FlanaganEmma - Eliza RunolfsonSound Design - Brady FlanaganBeginningsWriter - Emily Morse-LeeJoan - Madison BishopJane - Melissa CarringtonSound Design - Daniel KelleyFreshleys FeedsWriter - Brady FlanaganTryll - Gareth MurdenGlug - Bryce PetersonSound Design - Matt RukstarLast ThoughtsWriter - Steve LloydTom - John ReeserSound Design - TalieeAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Morticia Mae's Hot Ghouls / Cold BodiesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesMorticia MaeWritten & Created by - Steve LloydMorticia Mae - Allison CossittMuseum of the MacabreWriter - Brady FlanaganRead by Anthony LovatoSound Design - Brady FlanaganHarrowingWriter - Scribbler JohnnyRead by Emily Morse-LeeSound Design - Brady FlanaganVoorheesWriter - Kier ZhouRead by Tyler MoodySound Design - Brady FlanaganThe DebtWriter - Brady FlanaganRead by Loretta ChangSound Design - Brady FlanaganWelcome to Neo BostonWriter - Brady FlanaganRead by Amy RauchSound Design - Matt RukstarAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganNeighbor - Bach TranComposer - Nels GrossPlay With MeWriter - Steve LloydAlex - Brady FlanaganCasey - AJ DeLongSound design - Brady FlanaganAww, GeezWriter - Brady FlanaganSandra - Emily Morse-LeeMaryanne - Eliza RunolfsonSound Design - Brady FlanaganA Sip of Treachery Writer - NJ UnwinOrc - Brandon BarlowElf - Brady FlanaganSound Design - Brady FlanaganBon AppetitWriter - Matthew CurrenCaleb - Brady FlanaganTheo - Gregory DwyerSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

A Story Carried in Silence follows the intimate, emotional journey of a mortician who prepares the dead with care, dignity, and quiet reverence. Through whispered conversations with the departed and encounters with the grieving, the mortician reveals the hidden weight of memory, loss, and the stories we leave behind. What begins as routine preparation becomes a haunting meditation on love, regret, and remembrance when a forgotten poet’s notebooks surface, connecting the living and the dead in unexpected ways.This story blends elements of psychological drama, gothic atmosphere, and quiet horror, offering listeners an immersive exploration of grief, dignity, and the echoes we leave behind. Perfect for fans of dark audio dramas, emotional storytelling, supernatural mysteries, and hauntingly beautiful narratives.CreditsDirector – Steve LloydDeveloped & Created by – Steve LloydScript Writer – Steve LloydExecutive Producer – Steve LloydEditor - Brady FlanaganSound Design - Brady FlanaganStarring Brady Flanagan as the NarratorArtwork -Hannah Rivera

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydRandy - Brady FlanaganBrandy - Salena MetregerDuggan - JR SnyderComposer - Nels GrossRECESS… RECESS NEVER CHANGESWriter - Brady FlanaganDavid - Chris BausoJonathan - Eliza RunolfsonSound design - Brady FlanaganMasks Helping MasksWriter - ScribblerJohnnyKen - Tyler MoodyBarb - Allizon ClarkSound Design - Matt RukstarWingmanWriter - Matt RukstarWill - Dennis DietrichBrian - Luke TerminesiSound Design - Matt RukstarThe Cost Just To BeWriter - Daniel HurasJenny - PheowniUnknown - JR SnyderSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionAbout the ShowCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydPerformed by - Brady FlanaganComposer - Nels GrossEnjoy Your SlayWriter - Brady FlanaganBrooke - Allison CossittMistress Evelynn - Flloyd KennedySound Design - Brady FlanaganCan't Catch UpWriter - Steve LloydJames - Brady FlanaganMaya - Catherine PipSound Design - Brady FlanaganA Matter of BloodWriter - Daniel HurasClauditch - AJ FidalgoDuke Jackler - Gregory DwyerSound Design - Matt RukstarSnake on a PlaneWriter - Brady FlanaganJames - Matt RukstarAlisha - Allizon ClarkSound Design - Andy WardlawAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.

Hey y'all, it's me... Randy. Tow truck operator, part-time squirrel whisper , and now... apparently, your host for the most unpredictable audio show this side of the septic tank explosion. Welcome to Cold Reads/Hot Takes, brought to you by the good folks at the Voice Support Community. Each story's made by a different team... folks from all over... and I'm just here to grease the wheel, crack a joke, and keep things movin like a lawnmower running over a possum... So if you're into original stories, good people, and the occasional completely unnecessary metaphor... grab some sweet tea, kick your feet up, and come ride with us. This is Cold Reads/Hot Takes... Where the takes are hotter than my Aunt's gas station chili, and the reads?... Well, they might just change your whole dang day...

Get ready for this year's spooky-time festival! Announcing "Carnevil Tales 2025", a bone-chilling event happening now in the Voice Support Community. This is a community event, so we'd love for you, yes YOU to join in on the fun. Come join our Discord and get to writing, acting and producing some fun spooky tales with us!https://discord.gg/7RXJCfU3uM

Cold Reads/Hot TakesA VSC ProductionAbout the ShowCold Reads/Hot Takes is a monthly audio showcase created, performed, and produced by members of the Voice Support Community (VSC). Featuring monologues, dialogues, and ensemble performances across a wide range of genres and styles, this collection spotlights the creative talents of voice actors, writers, and sound designers from all backgrounds.This series is intended for mature audiences and may contain strong language, frightening or disturbing imagery, and emotionally complex topics. Listener discretion is advised.Production TeamProgrammed & Produced - Steve Lloyd, Salena Metreger, Bach Tran and J.R. SnyderProduction Supervision - Brady FlanaganOriginal Theme & Music - Nels GrossArtist - Hannah ChristineStoriesRandy the Tow-Truck DriverWritten & Created by - Steve LloydPerformed by - Brady FlanaganComposer - Nels GrossSuper FrenemiesWriter - Allison CossittDr. Nightshade – Eliza RunolfsonCaptain Quantum – J.R. SnyderSound Design - Brady FlanaganA Brotherhood BrokenWriter - Matt RukstarBlaine – Arthur BalusOs – Gareth MurdenSound Design - Matt RukstarThe FenceWriter - Gregory DwyerJune – Catherine PipSylvia – Eliza RunolfsonSound Design - Brady FlanaganUK–US BreakupWriter - Kier ZhouThe UK – Allison CossittThe US – Brady FlanaganSound Design - Brady FlanaganAbout the VSCThe Voice Support Community (VSC) is a Discord-based network dedicated to voice actors, sound designers, writers, and musicians. Founded by Brady Flanagan, the VSC fosters creativity, collaboration, and skill development across all experience levels, from amateur to professional.