Shadows at the Door
Shadows at the Door
Shadows at the Door Publishing | Realm
A one-of-a-kind anthology of full-cast supernatural audio drama, delivering rich atmosphere, original stories, and daring reimaginings of classics. A finely balanced blend of pleasing terror, with a finish that lingers. Intended for mature audiences.
Beck's End Hits 50%  & so: A New Drunk Ghost Story Special šŸŽ‰
We're officially halfway to bringingĀ Beck's EndĀ to life, and that calls for a celebration! As a small thank you to everyone who's backed, shared, cheered us on, we've put together a brand new Drunk Ghost StoriesĀ for a special celebration episode. This time, after many drinks, we're attempting to recountĀ The Shining, with predictably questionable results. We very hope you enjoy it but plead with you to read the content warnings below. And if you haven't yet pledged toĀ Beck's End, there's still plenty of time to help us cross the finish line. Content Warnings Alcohol use, excessive swearing, depictions of violence, discussion of alcoholism within the context of the Shining, mention of violence against children within the context of the Shining, sexual innuendo, discussion of sex, Jimmy Saville joke/impression, academic use of the word 'negro', reclaimed use of the F slur, real burping, gay jokes, faux misogyny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 30
1 hr 6 min
Drunk Ghost Stories: Pet Sem-uh-tarry
As a thank you to listeners old and new for getting the Beck's End Kickstarter to 1/3 funded, we're opening the Patreon vault and for a limited time only and released Drunk Pet Sem-uh-tarry. Watch out for a secret message from Jud around the 45 minute mark Listeners, take our hand as we stumble down a dark country road and right into the sem-a-tree. We did try to talk about child death but the dignity it deserves, unfortunately, we were drinking. See below for content warnings and please drink responsibly. As ever, thank you so much for your continued support here, it means a great deal and helps us bring you more of the show you love! Content Warnings: Excessive explicit language, sexual innuendo, lewd sexual discussion, clipping in audio, discussion of the Wendigo, comical depiction of child death, comical depiction and discussion of cat injury and death, discussion of gore. Drunk participant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 16
1 hr 9 min
Beck's End is now Live!
Good news, everyone! The Kickstarter for Beck's End, our brand-new folk horror audio drama series, is now live! In this short announcement, we introduce the series, explain what it's all about, make some casting news and share how you can help us bring it to life. If you'd like to support the project, visit becksend.com to discover exclusive rewards and become one of the first people to experience Beck's End. becksend.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11
1 min
Earworm After Party
The Discussion of Earworm David and Mark sit down to discuss Earworm one year after its premiere, and celebrating its public release. They explore what’s next, and spiral into a wide array of behind-the-scenes stories, questionable observations, tangents and what to do in the Vatican. Episode Art by Leah Rohen Content Warnings: sexual innuendo, swearing, talk of ever-polarising society, discussion of the far right movement in the United Kingdom, extended jokes about masturbation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2
1 hr 7 min
Earworm - Act II
Our second and final Act of Earworm: A ghostly audio drama musical. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Earworm is best enjoyed with headphones Credits Written, Directed & Produced by Mark Nixon  Lyrics by Paul Alborough & Mark Nixon Music by Tom Caruana Cuts on Through a Glass Dark by Nick Maxwell Episode Art by Vic Bazaine Cast Starring David Ault as Geoffrey Troughton Paul Alborough A.K.A Professor Elemental as Ethan Nilsson  Ilana Charnelle as Tasha Flanagan Erika Sanderson as Annabeth Chamberlain Michelle Kelly as Evelyn Carol additional voices provided by Mark Nixon The full production of Earworm is available now as a one act, ad-free file and ⁠⁠can be purchased here⁠⁠. Earworm is also available to stream in full, ad-free for our ⁠⁠Patreon Supporters.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠The soundtrack is available on Bandcamp⁠⁠ This is a Shadows at the Door production, made possible by listeners like you. Help directly fund further episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Content Warnings Ghosts, possession, fictional depictions of alcohol abuse, sexual innuendo, sex shaming, homophobia, sexism, strong language, insinuated drug/alcohol abuse, unsafe while sleeping, subliminal messaging, mind control, fire. Sensory Warning: sounds of electronic interference such as static, strong binaural soundscaping Approximate Time Stamps - Intro (00:20:00), Story (00:37:00), Credits (00:26:27), Outtake (00:28:23) © Shadows at the Door Ltd. All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22
31 min
Join us in the twisted town of Beck's End
Mark stops by to unveil both and important update and a trailer for something truly insidious... Becksend.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20
5 min
Earworm - Act I
Earworm: An audio drama musical infused with hip hop, jazz and ghosts. Geoffrey Troughton can’t sleep. Music bleeds through the walls at all hours interrupting his paranormal studies. But something has crawled its way from the other side, a sinister earworm eager to sink its hook into the right host. As Geoffrey’s weary yet curious mind is hoisted into the darkness, will he surface from the shadows? Or will he be cursed to play second fiddle within his own soul? …And who will be next?Ā  Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Earworm is best enjoyed with headphones Credits Written, Directed & Produced by Mark NixonĀ  Lyrics by Paul Alborough & Mark Nixon Music by Tom Caruana Cuts on Through a Glass Dark by Nick Maxwell Episode Art by Vic Bazaine Cast Starring DavidĀ Ault as Geoffrey Troughton Paul Alborough A.K.A Professor Elemental as Ethan NilssonĀ  Ilana Charnelle as Tasha Flanagan Erika Sanderson as Annabeth Chamberlain Michelle Kelly as Evelyn Carol and Mark Nixon as Al Marko Act II of Earworm releases Thursday 14th May 2026 The full production of Earworm is available now as a one act, ad-free file and ⁠can be purchased here⁠. Earworm is also available to stream in full, ad-free for our ⁠Patreon Supporters.⁠ ⁠The soundtrack is available on Bandcamp⁠ This is a Shadows at the Door production, made possible by listeners like you. Help directly fund further episodes ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Content Warnings Ghosts, possession, fictional depictions of alcohol abuse, sexual innuendo, sex shaming, homophobia, sexism, strong language, insinuated drug/alcohol abuse, unsafe while sleeping, subliminal messaging, mind control, fire. Sensory Warning: sounds of electronic interference such as static, strong binaural soundscaping Approximate Time Stamps - Intro (00:20:00), Beck's End (00:47:00), Story (1:09:58) Ā© Shadows at the Door Ltd.Ā All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14
54 min
You Might Want to Revisit Episode One...
We’ve gone back to where it all began. Our very first episode has been completely remade: re-rewritten, re-scored, and rebuilt as a full-cast production. It's the same story, told the way we always meant to tell it. If you head toĀ Season One, Episode OneĀ on this feed, you’ll now find the new version waiting for you.Ā  Now then,Ā pour yourself some tea, and let's step inside... This is production was made possible by listeners like you. Consider joining them and directly help support future episodes ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 25
1 min
S3E11 Count Magnus
In a police interview room, a young woman is counting everyone she sees, trying to find someone hidden in plain sight... Before she's finished, this station will discover the difference between a witness… and a warning. Please see the end of the show notes for content warnings. Note, these may contain spoilers. Credits Written by Mark Nixon Based on the original short story by M.R. James Produced, Edited and Directed by Mark Nixon Musical Score by Nico Vettese Artwork by Shannon Lawes Cast Celia Ryan was played by Michelle Kelly Nicola Wraxall was played by Sarah Nightingale Klara Wallenberg was played by Karin Heimdahl The Deacon was played by Mattias Rebo Ā  Officer Stanley Breen was played by David Ault Officer Ramsay Wakefield was played by Mark Nixon Ebba and the Woman on the Train were played by Janis Westin Katie was played by Jo DaviesĀ  Count Magnus and additional voices were played by Jake Benson This is a Shadows at the Door Production, made possible by listeners like you. Help directly fund further episodes here. Content Warnings Story: strong binaural soundscaping, police neglect, screaming, depiction of vomiting, depiction of deaths, discussion of recreational drugs, description of graphic injury. Discussion: Swearing, sexual innuendo, gameshow-style loud noises, sounds of simulated gunfire, comedic simulation of a stabbing. Approximate Time StampsIntro (00:20:00), Story (00:37:00), Discussion (00:56:41), Credits (01:42:19), Outtakes (03:46:59) Ā© Shadows at the Door Ltd.Ā All rights reserved. The copyright for the story is held by the respective author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2025
1 hr 45 min
S3E10 To the Flame - Discussion
David and Mark go under the Moth's wing and bring you secrets, oddities and trips down idiosyncratic tangents. Listen to the very end for bloopers and hidden gems! Content Warnings Swearing, brief discussion of how the murders of Palestinians are covered in the news, mention of pedophilia, conspiracy theories and their impact, mild joke regarding the death of Princess Diana, sexual innuendo, light discussion of sexual gratification and implied performance of hosts, frequent crude mentions of sex, MK Ultra, clearer take of the very subtle background sex in the story, brief discussion of gun control, discussion of racism, brief discussion of the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, jokes about masturbation, mention of Fred and Rose West, mention of the Zodiac Killer, 'ACAB''. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 1, 2025
1 hr 34 min
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