The Grotto
AthanThe Grotto is a liminal horror audio drama series presented by Rusty Quill (The Magnus Archives) about exploring the lines between grief, pain, mourning, and loss. Each episode includes an original song to match the tone as well as full audio sound scaping, and a full cast.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 30 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionPerforming ArtsDramaArts | |||
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- Not good
Interesting premise, but poor execution. Characters are all unlikable. Between the ads and the music, there isn’t much actual story in each episode, and the music is mostly trite and annoying.
Apple Podcasts2BassoonMuscle
United States2 months ago - Fascinating!
I love the delivery, I love the premise, I love the unusual flow, I love how refreshing this style is. I even love the intro/outro ramblings of a creator ad-libbing thanks and news.
Apple Podcasts5RuuynUnited States2 months ago - Extraordinary !
The Grotto - how avant garde
So aesthetically innovative. I’m very impressed that the story is accompanied by its own soundtrack. It’s an intricate story that captivates your attention & entertains
We join Matt on a grief journey against an original music sound scape. The unique artistic talent behind this production really sets a new standard.
I totally disagree with the last review , that person obviously has no palette for culture
A well curated , outstanding drama that is delivered by... more
Apple Podcasts5Dolly M James
Australia3 months ago Awesome
Podchaser53 months agoMiss Hijinx- Tapped out on the first ep.
Cringe music in the background as some nerd waffles. Yeah no I can’t do this.
Apple Podcasts2divideoverflowAustralia5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #114 |  Canada/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #160 |  United Kingdom/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #242 | Australia/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #7 |  Poland/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #10 | Poland/Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #95 |  Ireland/Fiction/Drama |
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An intriguing audio drama series that explores complex themes of grief, loss, and human connection through the lens of horror. Each episode blends original songs and high-quality soundscaping with a full cast performance, creating immersive storytelling experiences. The narratives often navigate the intersections of trauma, emotional struggles, and the supernatural, diving deep into the psychological aspects of mourning and the eerie aspects of existence. Unique in its approach, the series invites a reflection on the darker sides of human experiences while maintaining an artistic flair, making it resonate strongly with listeners who appreciate narrative depth and emotional engagement.
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4. The Penumbra Podcast
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The Grotto launched 2 years ago and published 30 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Grotto include:
1. Harley Takagi Kaner
2. Isla Hank
3. Derek Moreland
4. Daniel Huras
5. Charlie Keegan James
6. Dylan Griggs
7. Devin Steffens
8. Jack Fulmin
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