The Stars Aren't Alright | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play

Alastar and Glade learn of a devious and brilliant plan to get past the Navy. Juno and Barron bond over their convalescence. Things get desperate for our increasingly ragged band...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally reunited, our team makes good their escape from Rita's N'Gurath LTD building. Juno and Barron fight for their lives, while Glade and Alastar also fight for Juno and Barron's lives. A sacrifice must be made...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chaos ensues as Naval remnants descend. Glade contemplates the psychology of wardrobe. Juno warms herself with old flames. Barron greets an unexpected visitor. Alastar, in a departure from his normal modus operandi, commits more murder. One imagines Doug happy in his truck. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alastar engages in Kutainian diplomacy. Glade, Juno, Barron, Creed, and Mike all learn about physics. Doug gets to sit in a truck! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade and Alastar wade through fire and blood for their friends. Juno and Barron wade through luxury and vulnerability to make a new friend. Creed and Doug try to keep up with our semi-lovable band of nonsense goblins. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this brief, cannon, and lore-heavy aside from Season 3's main cast, join Taylor, Mistress Sin, Cassandra, Griswold, and Jarnne...Jennr...Yawna...Rob's character as they escape from Abditus Bay, a colony that has been left behind by the USC - but not by the creatures that are emerging from the void....(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barron tries to lie a lot. Juno makes a credit rating check. Glade attempts diplomacy. Alastar gets offended. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our team makes the trip to the Baha system, to the planet of Mahm-bo V. The crew meets the Navy. Juno meets an old "friend". Barron speaks fluent Mean Girl. Glade goes shopping. Alastar is huge. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade works on her mechanics, Juno works on her weaving, Barron works on his science, and everyone else works on manual labor. The crew decides their next destination, realizing that nowhere is truly safe...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we perfectly recreate the best Christmas movie of all time - DIE HARD! Again, it's perfect. A 1:1 recreation. SEASON 3 WILL RESUME IN JANUARY, BE NOT AFRAID. Happy Holidays you beautiful people, we love yooooooooooou! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade and Alastar gamble with money and their lives. Barron gambles with his well-being to connect with Creed. Juno gets a new job. Doug suffers nonsense with grace. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew deals with the fallout of their foray into each other's memories. Glade and Juno spend time together. Barron and Alastar have differing culinary tastes. Doug and Creed are there, too. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back for Season 3, folks! Join Alastar, Juno, Barron, and our favorite tortured and masked mercenary, as our crew navigates the reality of apocalypse, and something even darker - their own brainholes. Specific TW: this one contains scenes of child harm and mental coercion - keep yourselves safe while listening! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Ms. Frazzle voiced by the inimitable Damien Marty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We can't wait to bring you season 3 of The Stars Aren't Alright - full episode coming next week! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tough decisions, boot lube, and extraordinary violence; what more could you possibly ask for? Join us as we conclude Season 2.5 in classic TSAA fashion - I'll leave it up to you to define what that means for yourselves. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew explores intuitive parking options in Tortuga. We meet Bruce, Grace's brother. There's a library. The crew makes a fateful decision...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marmot finds connection in unexpected places. Maeve and Lara look out for each other. Bean climbs and Mawl Eah...well, Mawl Eah does her own thing. Abby remains insane and Celery is still sleepies. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mawl-Eah practices defensive driving. Bean gets to climb something. Lara and Maeve discuss family. Marmot warms up to new ideas. Also, there's some eye stuff so go in warily if that's not your thing! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We join the Anserina once more as Mawl-Eah and Maeve make good their escape from Gorto City. Meanwhile, in a whole other star system, Lara and Bean deal with the realities of their career paths, previous relationships, and familial drama. Also, don't even THINK we forgot about BUUB BABYYYYY (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming soon to a Gigatheatre Holoplex near you! (Listen to Seasons 1 and 2 of The Stars Aren't Alright - Season 3 coming soon!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(SEASON 2 SPOILERS ABOUND) In the thrilling conclusion to Catherine's season 2 oneshot, we find out whether Maxwell (Caleb), Clitus (Brian), RKQ (Leah), and Spedy Stev (Alex) have what it takes to complete their objective - and get out alive. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(SEASON 2 SPOILERS ABOUND) Join Maxwell (Caleb Ellsworth-Clark), Speedy Stev (Alex), RKQ(Leah), and Clitus (Brian) as they attempt to complete a complicated heist after the events of Season 2! Catherine has created an unholy alliance of Call of Cthulhu and Blades in the Dark and we do our absolute best to be huge morons while she wrangles a cool story from our nonsense. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rejoin Charles (Brian), Nikki (Leah), Gothar (Karlyn), and Dicky (Jess) as they try to escape the void, and the horrors therein (Tom). We conclude this particular Season 2 oneshot in style - meaning, with a bodycount. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom leads us into the dark void of contract work in his second oneshot! Join Gothar, Nikki, "Dr." Dicky, and Charles as they near the end of their 10 year contract - special guests Karlyn and Jess absolutely crush it in this one, as they so often do. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPOILERS ABOUND IN THIS EPISODE - DO NOT LISTEN UNTIL YOU HAVE FINISHED SEASON 2 OR YOU'LL EXPLODE. In this recap episode, the cast talks about their favourite clips from Season 2, and answers questions from our Discord - all to the sultry tunes of Season 2's soundtrack. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season finale, our team is stuck between bad and worse choices, and the fate of the surviving residents of Gate City hangs in the balance...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade resolves a workplace conflict. Juno tries to game the system. Alastar just wants to phone home. Barron holds hands. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GC News sends out a controversial message. The crew engages in some light looting. There's a fort made of baby mannequins. Glade faces a tough choice, and decides to smooch about it. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this short interlude, we take questions from our fans! Any questions we didn't get to will be answered in greater depth in our Season 2 recap that we'll record when Season 2 is done and dusted. Love yooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooou (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juno learns some unfortunate truths about the Church of His Light. Alastar sees the light. Glade is a determined guard dog. It gets real in this one, team. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade shoots her shot. Alastar observes a transformation. Juno can't quite put her finger on the situation. Pyotr, on the other hand, gets to the thrust of the matter. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glade and Alastar use teamwork to overcome obstacles. Juno practices conflict resolution. Pyotr practices alternative medicine. Long jackets, gunfire, explosions, and space amphetamines - everything a growing hominid needs. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the Paladin the BBEG of the campaign? Is it Doug? Nope, it's scheduling conflicts, as always. Fortunately, we're joined by Karlyn and Oscar for Episode 8.5 - a glimpse at what else is happening on the Promethean Highway while certain speeches are given in Gate City. We also learn the origins of a certain leatherbound book which has caused so much trouble, hundreds of lightyears away... (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alastar and Glade get the best medical care organized crime has to offer. Juno meets a fan. Pyotr decides to get some yield from the curve. Doug phones in briefly. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pyotr sets the stage for his big speech with Doug's help. Juno comes to terms with why she's here. Glade decides to dance. Alastar submits a complaint to HR (with references). (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juno and Pyotr contemplate some light reading. Glade takes charge once again. Alastar is here for the vibes. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juno contemplates hypnosis. Glade keeps her mask on while taking her mask off. Alastar networks while on a work trip. Pyotr and Doug speculate on real estate - tactically. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SEASON 1 SPOILERS - IF YOU HAVEN'T FINISHED SEASON 1, GIVE THIS A MISS UNTIL YOU DO. In this non-canon aside, the cast drinks a bunch of egg nog and tries to recreate A Christmas Carol from memory. Our success? Limited. The plot? Unhinged. The lessons learned? Dubious. Enjoy this lil' holiday present from our messed up comedy/horror family to yours! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pyotr traumatizes hospital staff. Juno and Glade carpool. Alastar takes a detour to diss an old man before getting a bad performance review from his boss. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We decide we're going to learn more about Pyotr's backstory, even if we have to put him in a medically induced coma to do it. Juno and Glade's reunion doesn't go the way we all thought it would. Alastar's boss is being a real capital B - oh yeah, and he drinks wine out of a bedpan. Doug and Glade argue about capitalism. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew makes their way back to where it all started - Gate City, baby. Juno, Pyotr, and Alastar debate with Siri. The Mask tries to bond with Juno. Doug tries to be a gentleman. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE'RE SO BACK, BABY! Meet Alastar Bran - an enormous CORPSEC agent with a penchant for violence and an anime-inspired loadout. The familiar faces - Juno, Pyotr, The Mask, and Doug - make good their escape from Gizen-Sha Station. Picking up where we last left off at the end of Season 1, things go...well, pretty much exactly as you'd expect. There's a fart shuttle in this one! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marmot, Maeve, MawlEah and Celery finish up Season 1.5 in style - boot wings included. Reeling from revelations, feeling the crushing weight of corporate greed, and unnerved by the promise of something even darker, our crew descends into the bowels of Gorto City. Save the sister, save the galaxy? Maybe let's just aim for survival. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:45. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised. TW: Depictions of police violence frequent throughout this episode) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marmot, Maeve, and MawlEah investigate Lucas Firinn's apartment. Celery keeps watch with eyes big and small. We stay on brand with more sci-fi lube content, and you know what comes back this episode? That's right, the TRAIN BABYYYYY THE TRAIN IS IN THIS ONE TOO CHOOCHOO LETS GOOOOOOOOO - DOWN TO BUSINESS: 7:45. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew of the Anserina makes their way to an allegory for late stage capitalis- I mean, Stevald IV in their search for Maeve's lost sister, Abigail. Celery uses vanity to get past the space TSA. MawlEah COEXISTS with toxic unicorn toys. Marmot enters the Matrix and wishes he hadn't. Maeve, as always, keeps us on track - her perpetual curse. Oh - there's a train in this one if that's your thing! It comes back later in the series too. Choochoo DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:14. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Specific trigger warning: 1:44-1:46 contains a depiction of police violence. ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join the crew of the Anserina - Maeve, Marmot, MawlEah, and Celery - as they pursue a contract for their mysterious benefactor, The Officer. An engineer, a hacker, a socialite pilot, and a 126 year old barber might just be the crack team this galaxy needs to save it (but probably not). In this interlude, an all new cast helps us prepare for Season 2 in the best way we know how - crude humor and cosmic horror! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curious about what you're in for with The Stars Aren't Alright? So are we! Have a quick listen, and then have a longer listen - described as "Absurdist Horror", fans of Aliens, Monty Python, and The Room should feel right at home. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The horse traps? Knitted. The customers? On hold. The Phil? Collins'd. The Lord's? Justice. Join Cathy, Lonestar, Howie and Craig as they finally discover who is responsible for their misfortune, and the misfortune of the Call Center itself, in the blood gargling conclusion to Catherine's three shot. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 9:25. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cathy, Lonestar, Craig, and Howie delve deeper into the mysteries of the Call Center. A Caesar cypher makes all of us confront our fragile masculinity. Brian gets to recycle a lot of old sound bites from previous episodes. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 8:56. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catherine leads us into the godless pit of despair that is customer service in the Call Center of Cthulhu! Join Howie (Brian), Craig (Alex), Cathy (Leah), and Lonestar (Tom) as they try to keep their sanity in the multidimensional horror of the call center. We commiserate on the service industry for about 13 minutes - skip to that point if you wanna get to the goods! DOWN TO BUSINESS: 17:16. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.