Tempered Fables

Episodes

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   EP 36: Dancing in the Dark

   In this episode... A soldier and his wife are on a video call before the inevitable. The genres are... Family. Loss. Warnings...there are no warnings this time, but a tip: Watch out for the time. Music Credits Long Stroll by Kevin MacLeod Link…

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   Mar 15, 2020

   11m
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   EP 35: My Favourite Song

   In this episode…She was modelling for her friend's next art piece. He gets distracted… Genres include: Romance. No warnings this time! Maaaaybe it'll get slightly…heated, shall we say. Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Pepper's Theme - Full Mix" by Kevin MacLeod...

   Mar 1, 2020

   15m
3. 34

   EP 34: Painters Of Our Lives

   In this episode...A bartender observes his painter friend, as he finds his muse and tries to paint her. Genres include...Life, Romance, Art. Rate us on Podchaser! Discuss this episode on Kyrie! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Simple Duet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)...

   Feb 16, 2020

   28m
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   EP 33: The Architect Of Life

   In this story...The Architect of Life takes you on a tour throughout the Afterlife. Genres: Life, Fiction There are no warnings this time. Rate us on Podchaser! Discuss this episode on Kyrie! Support this podcast Music from https://filmmusic.io “Path of the Goblin King” by Kevin MacLeod...

   Feb 1, 2020

   19m
5. 38

   Reviewing 2019: Favourite Stories, Lore, And The Break (Cloever's Journal)

   In this Cloever's Journal, I review 2019, taking a look at Season 2 and 3, my favourite stories, and the big break in between. Plus, updates for next season!PSA: Tempered Fables will be taking a month break to write the next batch of stories. The next story will come out on February 3rd! Support...

   Dec 26, 2019

   12m
6. 32

   EP 32: The Gift For Tommy Turner

   Summary: On Christmas Eve, Little Tommy Toner ventures into the chimneys for a surprise. Genres: Fantasy, a little imagination. Magical. Holidays. Family. Warnings: Nothing much...I think...maybe just some feelings. Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Scheming Weasel (faster version)"…

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   Dec 21, 2019

   11m
7. 31

   EP 31: Journey To Gojarna Of The Northern Islands

   Take a journey through Gojarna, otherwise known in the world of Tempered Fables as Eternal Winter. Genres: Fantasy! Songs Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Drums of the Deep" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from...

   Dec 17, 2019

   27m
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   EP 30: Son Of The Smoking Father

   In this episode... The son of a nomadic tribe tracks down the last of his family. The genres are... family, life, spirituality. Warnings... some level of Spanish involved. Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "At Rest" by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com License: CC BY...

   Nov 22, 2019

   20m
9. 29

   EP 29: The Chance Is Us

   Summary: A boy finds a gold coin that teaches him about chance and opportunity Genres include...fiction, and life Warnings include...monologues, and that’s pretty much it! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Frozen Star" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY...

   Nov 10, 2019

   43m
10. 28

    EP 28: Saheo, Sage Of Instrument

    In this episode...A dwarf gains the power to learn the makings of any device.The genres include: Fantasy, Magic, DwarvesWarnings: Really bad/funny dwarven accents I guess? Ah well, had fun doing them haha. Also, Sages! Look out for them haha. If you had been listening to my stories, you might...

    Oct 26, 2019

    31m
11. 27

    EP 27: Her Hand

    A scientist tries to bring her wife's hand back to life. The genres are...strange, fiction, loss? Warnings: Weird. Crazy talk. Monologues. Music Credits: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Heartbreaking" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY...

    Oct 14, 2019

    13m
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    EP 26: Akumu, The Nightmare

    In this episode...A man and a child talk about nightmares. Genres include: Horror? Speculative horror? Try not to listen to this at night. :') Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Ghost Story" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY...

    Sep 29, 2019

    14m
13. 30

    Cloever's Journal: Apology And Loss

    I'm sorry. Let's get right back into the show.Next episode will be released on the 30th September!temperedfables.com Support this podcast

    Sep 24, 2019

    7m
14. 25

    EP 25: The Goodwill Writer

    A writer encounters a strange book that takes him on a journey throughout his life. ANNOUNCEMENT: I will be taking a break until the 22nd April! In the meantime check out the other episodes if you haven't already. I've got a few plans coming :) Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from...

    Mar 24, 2019

    1h 09m
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    EP 24: A Southern Escape

    A Southern man looks back on his life, living for revenge. Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Plaint" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from [https://filmmusic.io "Colorless Aura" by Kevin...

    Mar 18, 2019

    14m
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    SPECIAL EPISODE: In Memoriam

    A scientist tries to save a homeless man who traded his memories away for cash. This story was submitted to and published in: Money Stories From Malaysians Volume 1, curated by Suraya Zainudin of RinggitOhRinggit.com! You can purchase the ebook as well as physical copy here! Subscribe here! Music...

    Mar 13, 2019

    30m
17. 23

    EP 23: Log And Crea

    The two main characters in our minds meet for a weekly checkup. Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Mesmerize" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Mar 11, 2019

    10m
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    EP 22: Red Strings

    They prayed in front of the shrine. A red string of fate connects them. Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Ripples" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from [https://filmmusic.io "March of the...

    Mar 8, 2019

    22m
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    EP 21: Arc The King

    Two Gods were dancing in our night sky. The Father teaches the Child about responsibility and roles. Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "Mesmerize" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from...

    Mar 5, 2019

    15m
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    EP 20: The Crossroads Bunny

    A man has a strange conversation with a bunny in a suit, in the middle of nowhere. Subscribe here! Music Credits Music from https://filmmusic.io "March of the Spoons" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from...

    Feb 28, 2019

    20m
21. 19

    EP 19: A Romantic Burden

    A man faces his regrets beside his wife's final moments. Support this podcast

    Feb 26, 2019

    15m
22. 18

    EP 18: Beyond The Edge

    A painter gets thrown to the edge of nothingness to reach the peak of his imagination.WARNING: This story is...very surreal. You may not understand it, and that's okay. I hope you enjoy the ride! Support this podcast

    Feb 21, 2019

    36m
23. 17

    EP 17: Ramen In The Rain

    Me, her, two bowls of ramen and gratitude. Support this podcast

    Feb 17, 2019

    15m
24. 16

    EP 16: Us, Constellations

    A quick tale on the Sun and the Moon, and their constellations. Support this podcast

    Feb 13, 2019

    7m
25. 15

    EP 15: Wali And The Deep

    The echo of the largest whale is overshadowed by the howl of something even more sinister... Support this podcast

    Feb 10, 2019

    14m
26. 14

    EP 14: Celebrate The End

    Two fireworks talk to each other about the end of their lives.UPDATE: Audio is now fixed! Previously, something bad happened to the audio, so I recorded the entire thing again. Hope you enjoy the episode!Side note, I left the notes at the end in their original format because the words there are...

    Feb 6, 2019

    15m
27. 13

    EP 13: Burning Paintings

    A boxer turned counselor. A man turned arsonist. An interrogation room for art. Support this podcast

    Feb 2, 2019

    22m
28. 12

    EP 12: Wagging Tails

    Kieran the stray dog buys some bread and listens to the gossip of others. Support this podcast

    Jan 31, 2019

    17m
29. 11

    EP 11: Melody's Way

    A woman and her only treasure. A man and his longing for her. A lovely, lovely violin. Support this podcast

    Jan 27, 2019

    18m
30. 13

    Season 2: Introduction

    Welcome back, My Dear Friend.I hope you've rested well over the holidays. Now, let's enjoy some stories, shall we?Welcome back to the Tempered Fables, my name is N.T. Cloever.Come, sit by the fire; let me tell you a story. Support this podcast

    Jan 24, 2019

    3m
31. 12

    Reviewing Season 1: Creating A Narrative Podcast, Voices And Bloopers!

    To end 2018 on a good note, I've decided to share what I learned from making this podcast. It's a good first season I have to say.SIDE NOTE: When I said 'targets', it sounded demeaning for some reason. I used that term in a marketing sense, ie. the target market, the 'right listener'. You're…

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    Dec 14, 2018

    32m
32. 10

    EP 10: Steps Of Giants

    Dr. Newt Leapfrogger the frog scientist dreamt of reaching what's out there beyond the sky. After a faint vision, he begins his adventure. Support this podcast

    Nov 23, 2018

    34m
33. 9

    EP 9: Your Life Is A Pinwheel

    When the old meet the young, and the young meet the old.PS. I should start seriously marketing this, huh?- N.T. Cloever Support this podcast

    Oct 20, 2018

    17m
34. 8

    EP 8: Lotus Of The Cloth

    This is a tale told by the Bard: Lotus of the Cloth, Lady of the Lake. A retelling of a poem I performed live in Kuala Lumpur a few weeks ago.P.S. Now getting into voice talent work! Woo! Support this podcast

    Oct 3, 2018

    10m
35. 7

    EP 7: Living Wildfire

    A girl who can't speak talks to the world with dance.Finally a new episode! I went into a trance writing this one: I hope it brings you in as well. We all need a little bit of immersion, a little bit of dance!For more info, check out: temperedfables.com Support this podcast

    Sep 20, 2018

    17m
36. 6

    EP 6: The Deadline

    A man supposedly boards the wrong train, when all hell breaks loose. For more info, check out temperedfables.com! Support this podcast

    Jul 11, 2018

    17m
37. 5

    EP 5: Patchwork Child

    A boy with scars learns how to live despite of it, helping others with their own.Initially performed live at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, in front of a small audience. I'm happy to say that they enjoyed it! Inspired by Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold…

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    Jul 3, 2018

    13m
38. 4

    EP 4: Mon Amour

    A recalling of romance, blurred between reality and dream. Support this podcast

    Jun 13, 2018

    12m
39. 3

    EP 3: The End Continues

    Death comes to take him, but he has a choice of who to die instead. Support this podcast

    May 22, 2018

    11m
40. 2

    EP 2: Heaven Is Alive

    A man has to answer three questions given by an All-Seeing Being, before passing through the gates of heaven. Support this podcast

    Apr 5, 2018

    9m
41. 1

    EP 1: Luck, The Sage Of Dreams

    Luck, The Sage of Dreams, visits a remote tribe to experience tradition, new stories and an interesting group of characters.Thanks for listening! Support this podcast

    Feb 18, 2018

    58m
42. 1

    Introducing The Tempered Fables!

    An introduction to the Tempered Fables: monthly short stories. This is a podcast to house the short stories, or fables I have made in my spare time. Under the pen name N.T. Cloever, coupled with some simple sound design, some self-recorded guitar instrumentals, I take you on a journey through my...

    Feb 16, 2018

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