Welcome to Night Vale

Welcome to Night Vale

Night Vale Presents

Twice-monthly community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, where every conspiracy theory is true. Turn on your radio and hide. Never listened before? It's an ongoing radio show. Start with the current episode, and you'll catch on in no time. Or, go right to Episode 1 if you wanna binge-listen.

262 - The Man Who Is Not Tall

262 - The Man Who Is Not Tall

Concerns over Steve Carlsberg's new jobThe voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal LublinWeather: "The Trundling Path" by No Monster ClubOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Jose

Feb 15, • 25:30

261 - Brought To You By Flakey O's

261 - Brought To You By Flakey O's

Flakey O's are back.Weather: "Call ACab" by Sam StoneOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow u

Feb 1, • 23:14

Patreon preview - Broadcasts from the Edge

Patreon preview - Broadcasts from the Edge

A preview of our patreon only bonus episode. To hear the whole thing, support the show here: https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale

Jan 15, • 5:29

260 - The December Monologues

260 - The December Monologues

It is December, and, once again, something is different.The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson.The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones.The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin.Weather: It varies, depending on where you are and when.Original episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Pat

Dec 15, 2024 • 25:03

259 - Chrysalis

259 - Chrysalis

After many centuries, the chrysalis is stirring.Weather: “Adrift“ by tinfoldOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated b

Dec 1, 2024 • 24:34

258 - Swap Meet

258 - Swap Meet

The Sanitation Department hosts the first ever Night Vale Regional Swap Meet.Weather: “Break the Wheel“ by Alice Knows KarateOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph F

Nov 15, 2024 • 27:47

Unlicensed S2 E3: "Minor Chords"

Unlicensed S2 E3: "Minor Chords"

The final of three episodes we'll put on the Night Vale feed. Listen to the rest with a free trial with Audible right now!From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles County, where the glamor of Hollywood fades into the long empty of the desert, two unlicensed private detectives are about to face a case that is larger and more complicate

Nov 8, 2024 • 38:47

Unlicensed S2 E2: "Magnetic Fields"

Unlicensed S2 E2: "Magnetic Fields"

The second of three episodes we'll put on the Night Vale feed. Listen to the rest with a free trial with Audible right now!From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles County, where the glamor of Hollywood fades into the long empty of the desert, two unlicensed private detectives are about to face a case that is larger and more complicat

Nov 4, 2024 • 33:18

257 - Traffic

257 - Traffic

Big changes for the De Tours rideshare app.Weather: “Meant“ by Final PerigeeOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 is here! Only on AudiblePre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated b

Nov 1, 2024 • 25:47

Unlicensed S2 E1: "We're Listening"

Unlicensed S2 E1: "We're Listening"

From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles County, where the glamor of Hollywood fades into the long empty of the desert, two unlicensed private detectives are about to face a case that is larger and more complicated then any they’ve faced before.A ghost-hunting influencer disappears in the middle of a live stream. A beekeeper is murde

Oct 31, 2024 • 45:59

256 - The Book of Lost Things

256 - The Book of Lost Things

Harrison Kip shares a holy text from his religion.Weather: “This Machine Used to Kill Fascists “ by Walter Etc.The voice of Harrison Kip is Jeffrey Cranor.Original episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 arrives October 31, only on AudibleThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game Crowdfunding launch begins today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this

Oct 15, 2024 • 23:11

255 - The John Peters Imaginary Corn Maze Experience

255 - The John Peters Imaginary Corn Maze Experience

Welcome to The John Peters Imaginary Corn Maze Experience. Weather: “Struggle and Oppression“ by Another Day DoneThe voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi.Original episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 arrives October 31, only on AudibleThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game Crowdfunding launch begins today!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Mus

Oct 1, 2024 • 25:59

254 - The Triangle

254 - The Triangle

There’s a gang of Cattle Rustlers coming to town to rustle up the cattle.Weather: “Dark Skies“ by Danny SchmidtOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsUNLICENSED Season 2 arrives October 31, only on AudibleThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming! Crowdfunding launch begins OCT 1!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob

Sep 15, 2024 • 27:46

Announcing: Unlicensed Season 2

Announcing: Unlicensed Season 2

From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn’t Dead, and Within The Wires comes the return of Unlicensed, their critically acclaimed Audible Original.Save it to your Audible library today: https://www.audible.com/pd/Unlicensed... Out in the far reaches of Los Angeles County, where the glamor of Hollywood fades into the long empty of the desert, two unlicensed private detectives are about to face a case that is larger and more complicated then any they’ve faced before.A ghost-hunting inf

Sep 9, 2024 • 2:45

253 - instructions for folding

253 - instructions for folding

These are instructions for folding. Please follow exactly.Weather: “Clifton“ by Chapter NineteenOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming! Crowdfunding launch begins OCT 1!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrat

Sep 1, 2024 • 23:59

252 - Paid Programming

252 - Paid Programming

The following is a paid advertisement.Weather: “Starlit Aether“ by Virtual QSOOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming! Crowdfunding launch begins OCT 1!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on

Aug 15, 2024 • 26:31

251 - Detours

251 - Detours

There's a brand new way to get where you're going.Weather: “Homebound and Gagged“ by Snowed InOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsThe Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game is coming! Crowdfunding launch begins OCT 1!Sign up for the Night Vale newsletter for good news and recommendations.Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated

Aug 1, 2024 • 23:49

250 - Father Kevin

250 - Father Kevin

There is no Night Vale. There is Mother Lauren’s Brood. We are loved.Weather: “Cutting Teeth“ by Priscilla SnowOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsPatreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, and official recap

Jun 15, 2024 • 29:33

249 - Rifts

249 - Rifts

Mother Lauren begins a city-wide cleanup.Weather: “Freak Flip“ by Lafayette The ArtistThe voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony SandersOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsPatreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program,

Jun 1, 2024 • 27:34

248 - Mother Lauren

248 - Mother Lauren

Let's stay focused on the good news.Weather: “The Fallout“ by The SubletsThe voice of Mother Lauren is Lauren SharpeOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsPatreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, and official r

May 15, 2024 • 22:59

247 - Rerun

247 - Rerun

Who else remembers Uncle Jasper’s Wasteland?Weather: “Blue“ by Emily HenryOriginal episode art by Jessica HayworthRead episode transcriptsPatreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.Music: DisparitionLogo: Rob WilsonWritten by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie WilliamsNarrated by Cecil BaldwinFollow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, and official recap show at welcometonightvale.comA produ

May 1, 2024 • 23:22

246 - A Story about Him

246 - A Story about Him

This is a story about him. Weather: “Easter Island“ by The Violet Hourglass The voice of Abby is Ashlie Atkinson Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Williams Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program

Apr 15, 2024 • 29:45

245 - Fridge-worthy

245 - Fridge-worthy

Esteban drew a lovely picture. Weather: “All The Way Down“ by Palimony Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Final CANADA/US dates of the Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Williams Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook,

Apr 1, 2024 • 26:19

244 - A Multiplicity of Kevin

244 - A Multiplicity of Kevin

There is a standing-off of Kevins. Weather: “If You Wanna Die“ by Brook Pridemore Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Final CANADA/US dates of the Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Williams Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter

Mar 15, 2024 • 23:21

243 - Lost and Found

243 - Lost and Found

Hopefully we can find everything lost, and reunite everything found. Weather: “Old Radio“ by Robby Hecht Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Final EU/CAN/US dates of the Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Williams Narrated by Cecil Baldwi

Mar 1, 2024 • 22:39

242 - The New Branch

242 - The New Branch

The Night Vale Public Library opens a new branch, and everything should be just fine. Weather: “Carrying You Until My Feet Turn To Stone“ by Jonah Castelli Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Final EU/CAN/US dates of the Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor & Brie Willi

Feb 15, 2024 • 28:07

241 - He Is Still Holding a Knife

241 - He Is Still Holding a Knife

He is, in fact, still holding a knife. Weather: “Whiskey“ by Rumour Mill Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Final EU/CAN/US dates of the Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books,

Feb 1, 2024 • 27:32

Bonus episode preview - Riddle Guy

Bonus episode preview - Riddle Guy

Cecil tells some of his favorite riddles. To hear the rest of the episode, and support the show, head on over to https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale

Jan 16, 2024 • 3:14

240 - He Is Holding a Knife

240 - He Is Holding a Knife

He is holding a knife. Weather: “Lagoon“ by HELLO TUT TUT Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, a

Dec 15, 2023 • 22:59

239 - Sister Cities: Vermillion Falls

239 - Sister Cities: Vermillion Falls

Come on down to Vermillion Falls. Weather: “A Ragged Sayonara“ by The Bipeds The voice of Vermillion Falls is TD Mischke Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter

Dec 1, 2023 • 24:35

238 - The Big Dig

238 - The Big Dig

Archeologist Harrison Kip makes a huge discovery. Weather: “Interference“ by Elle Chante Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Desert Bluffs Logo: Sarah Melville Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twit

Nov 15, 2023 • 24:05

237 - Frown Night

237 - Frown Night

It’s the scariest night of the year, when we are allowed to turn our smiles upside down. Weather: “Summer School“ by Erin McKeown The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free. The voice of Lauren is Lauren Sharpe. Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Desert

Oct 31, 2023 • 24:25

236 - Truck Touchers

236 - Truck Touchers

The last contestant touching the truck wins! Weather: “Hurricane Party“ by Dessa from her new album Bury The Lede This episode was written with Calvin Kasulke. Read his incredible novel here. Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth. You can buy a print of it here. Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo:

Oct 15, 2023 • 22:26

235 - Book Club

235 - Book Club

A review of Victor Hugo's Les Misérables Weather: “Halflight“ by Juliana Finch The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twi

Oct 1, 2023 • 22:59

Patreon Preview: Behind the Scenes (September 2023)

Patreon Preview: Behind the Scenes (September 2023)

An excerpt from our most recent patreon Behind the Scenes episode, wherein Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor answer your questions about how we balance horror & humor, what Khoshekh's deal is, and what is Steve Carlsberg's actual relationship to Cecil? We do 2 of these Behind the Scenes episodes a year (for Weird Scout level and above), and 2 fully fiction Night Vale bonus episodes a year exclusively for our Patreons. Along with director’s notes for every episode, monthly zoom hang-ou

Sep 22, 2023 • 4:57

234 - The Boy

234 - The Boy

This morning we found a boy. He has no name, and no one knows who he is. Weather: “Runner Up“ by Al Olender Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, an

Sep 15, 2023 • 22:55

233 - Citizen Spotlight: The Vampire of Lombardi Street

233 - Citizen Spotlight: The Vampire of Lombardi Street

Luca Albescu lives at 831 Lombardi Street, in a dilapidated Victorian mansion at the top of the hill. Weather: “Exit Stage Left“ by Bears with Eagle Arms Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cec

Sep 1, 2023 • 28:59

232 - A Car Crash on Buellton Avenue

232 - A Car Crash on Buellton Avenue

There was a car crash on Buellton Avenue, listeners. A bad one. Weather: “One Man's Trash“ by 7th Street Big Band Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebo

Aug 15, 2023 • 24:03

231 - The Terminal

231 - The Terminal

Exciting new developments at the Randy Newman Memorial Night Vale Airport Weather: “Sudden Fall“ by Aleah Hyer Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show. Dates/Cities/Tix Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook,

Aug 1, 2023 • 23:15

Excerpt: The Haunting of Night Vale (Live)

Excerpt: The Haunting of Night Vale (Live)

Cecil asks Sheriff Sam about ghosts. Get the complete recording of The Haunting of Night Vale https://nightvale.bandcamp.com New Touring Live Show starts in September https://www.welcometonightvale.com/live The voice of Cecil is Cecil Baldwin The voice of Sheriff Sam is Emma Frankland Original music by Disparition https://disparition.bandcamp.com/ Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor

Jul 15, 2023 • 6:38

UNLOCKED Patreon bonus episode: Holiday

UNLOCKED Patreon bonus episode: Holiday

Cecil and Carlos take a special trip together…and a certain someone joins them. We have five years of bonus episodes available now only on our patreon. Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show! Tix on sale now! Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook

Jul 5, 2023 • 20:10

230 - Carlos, Explained

230 - Carlos, Explained

The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain local scientist. Weather: “Engines“ by Dead Billionaires Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts NEW Night Vale live show! Tix on sale June 23. Patreon pre-sale June 20 Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Ceci

Jun 15, 2023 • 31:59

229 - The Accused

229 - The Accused

Science is illegal now. Good luck. Weather: “Norman Vember“ by Triston James Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, a

Jun 1, 2023 • 23:49

228 - Diplomacy

228 - Diplomacy

Councilmember Flynn tries a new approach. Weather: “Rearview“ by Not Jupiter Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our books, live shows, store, membership program, a

May 15, 2023 • 24:51

227 - A Word with Dr. Jones

227 - A Word with Dr. Jones

Dr. Jones would like a word… in private. Weather: “When a Heart Breaks Slowly“ by Natasha Remi The Voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our newest podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instag

May 1, 2023 • 22:57

226 - Creditors

226 - Creditors

Payments are long overdue. Weather: “Crawling Home When the Morning Comes“ by Sweet and Lonely Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Insta

Apr 15, 2023 • 21:54

225 - Renegotiations

225 - Renegotiations

It's contract renegotiation time at the station. Weather: “Peculiar Little Town“ by Echoes of Aphelion Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, a

Apr 1, 2023 • 26:36

224 - Liminal Spaces

224 - Liminal Spaces

Relax and unwind with a liminal spaces compilation. Weather: “Through the Clouds“ by Checkpoints! Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and In

Mar 15, 2023 • 25:12

223 - Big Rico's Pizza Band

223 - Big Rico's Pizza Band

Big Rico's Pizza has a new animatronic animal band. Weather: “On a Journey“ by Theresa Ambat This episode was written by Brie Williams The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin The voice of Big Rico is Mal Blum Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob W

Mar 1, 2023 • 25:57

222 - Makarov the Magical

222 - Makarov the Magical

Date night… with more scientists than necessary. Weather: “Be Careful What You Wish For“ by Human Barbie Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook,

Feb 15, 2023 • 26:38

221 - The Glow Cloud, Explained

221 - The Glow Cloud, Explained

The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain glowing cloud. Weather: “Blackeyeblue“ by Shotgun Marmalade The voice of Dr. Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney. Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jef

Feb 1, 2023 • 25:09

220 - A Radio Jupiter Holiday Special

220 - A Radio Jupiter Holiday Special

Lonely missives from beyond the beyond. Weather: “The Witch” by Indra Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out our book

Dec 15, 2022 • 27:53

219 - The Traveling Tarot Reader

219 - The Traveling Tarot Reader

The traveling man will read your tarot for only $3. Weather: “Long Way” by Bonfire Realm Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! Night Vale gift ideas! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated by Cecil Baldwin Follow us on Twitter, F

Dec 1, 2022 • 25:33

Unlicensed Ep 3 - Big Game

Unlicensed Ep 3 - Big Game

Unlicensed, the new show from Night Vale, has been out for two weeks, and today we are presenting the final free episode that will appear on this feed. After that, you will have to head over to audible.com/unlicensed and get that free trial going to hear all twelve episodes. I cannot express what this show means to me, what a joy it was to make and how excited I am for you all to hear it. This episode, I should mention, features, along with Molly Quinn, Lusia Strus, and TL Thompson, th

Nov 22, 2022 • 35:07

Unlicensed Ep 2 - Lost Boy Found

Unlicensed Ep 2 - Lost Boy Found

Unlicensed, the new show by me, Joseph, and my Night Vale co-creator Jeffrey Cranor has been out for a week. Thank you to everyone who listened. We are presenting today the second episode “Lost Boy Found”, in its entirety. We didn’t write this series alone, by the way, we brought in some of our best Night Vale guest writers, including Brie Williams and Glen David Gold. This episode was written by Brie and it introduces the case that will become the main story for this season. And you m

Nov 17, 2022 • 35:05

218 - The Sitter Cancelled

218 - The Sitter Cancelled

Citizens rise up against the University of What It Is Weather: “Rotten“ by Missouri Surf Club Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, available now! 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Jo

Nov 15, 2022 • 23:06

Unlicensed Ep 1 - The Detective of Citrus Ave

Unlicensed Ep 1 - The Detective of Citrus Ave

Today we are proud to present the first fiction podcast created by me, Joseph Fink, and my Night Vale co-creator Jeffrey Cranor since Welcome to Night Vale. It is called Unlicensed and we are about to play you the first episode. This is a project that is very close to my heart, and one that we have been working on for years. All twelve episodes of the first season are available right now only on Audible. There is a free trial, so feel free to use that to listen to it at audible.com/unl

Nov 10, 2022 • 33:35

217 - Salmon Burger

217 - Salmon Burger

Moving offices really works up an appetite Weather: "Find Out" by AGBAT The voice of Joseph Fink is Joseph Fink The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts Our new podcast, UNLICENSED, coming Nov 10 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show.

Nov 1, 2022 • 24:02

From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale: Unlicensed

From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale: Unlicensed

From Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, creators of the genre defining fiction podcast Welcome to Night Vale, comes the new LA noire Unlicensed, starring Molly Quinn, Lusia Strus, and T.L Thompson. Coming November 10, only to Audible. Subscribe now here: https://www.audible.com/Unlicensed Unlicensed follows Molly Hatch (Quinn), recently divorced, two years sober, and completely lost on where to go next in her life. On a whim she answers an ad for an assistant to a PI, traveling to an unp

Oct 20, 2022 • 2:16

216 - The Ball Is Where the Win Is

216 - The Ball Is Where the Win Is

Locker room pep talks from Coach Steve. Halftime Show: "Estrange Us" by Joseph Herbst Sextet The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts 2023 US TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Josep

Oct 15, 2022 • 23:19

215 - Sarah Sultan, Explained

215 - Sarah Sultan, Explained

The University of What It Is takes a special interest in a certain community college dean. Weather: "Gone" by Dymer Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts 2022 EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeff

Oct 1, 2022 • 26:44

214 - The Comet's Tail

214 - The Comet's Tail

We're passing through the comet's tail. Only good things can happen. The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi Weather: "I Could Feel You" by Evelyn Frances Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts 2022 EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Ro

Sep 15, 2022 • 23:15

213 - Murals

213 - Murals

The City Council approves a controversial public art project. Weather: "Departure" by M. Masaki Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts 2022 EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo: Rob Wilson Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor Narrated

Sep 1, 2022 • 22:39

212 - The Campus

212 - The Campus

A new campus is being built in Night Vale. The voice of Janet Lubelle is Janet Varney. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: “Simple Things” by hotplug Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Read episode transcripts 2022 EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show. Music: Disparition Logo:

Aug 15, 2022 • 24:39

211 - Howl

211 - Howl

Barks Ennui, cartoon spokesdog for the Sheriff's Secret Police, has been committed. This episode was written with Brie Williams. The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner. Weather: “Park Bench” by Palmyra Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Episode transcripts 2022 EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” Hot Night Vale merch! FACELESS OLD WOMAN and THE HALLOWEEN MOON novels now available in paperback! Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this

Aug 1, 2022 • 27:29

210 - Ten Years Later

210 - Ten Years Later

It has been ten years since the first episode. Ten years since the arrival of Night Vale's most beautiful person: Carlos. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: “Ten Years Later” by Joseph Fink https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now ava

Jun 15, 2022 • 22:50

209 - The Black Coat

209 - The Black Coat

The Distant Prince wears a golden coat and has always existed. Weather: “Ultimatum” by Elle PF https://ellepfmusic.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now available in paperback! https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please

Jun 1, 2022 • 22:51

208 - Cecil in The Big City

208 - Cecil in The Big City

A vacation to The Big City. Plus, listener questions, breaking financial news, and an emergency press conference. Weather: “Black Car” by Penfriend https://penfriend.rocks/blackcar Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now available in paperback! https://www.welcometonightvale.co

May 15, 2022 • 26:58

207 - LOST: CAT

207 - LOST: CAT

Lost: cat. Last seen hovering 4 feet off the ground in the radio station bathroom. Reward if found. Weather: “Stockpiled Guns & TV Dinners” by Mal Blum https://www.malblum.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now available in paperback! https://www.welcometonightvale.co

May 1, 2022 • 25:33

206 - The Great Librarian of the Western Sands

206 - The Great Librarian of the Western Sands

A librarian is loose… beyond the sandwastes. Weather: “Hell is Other People” by BANGZZ https://bangzz.bandcamp.com/ The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now available in paperback! https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon i

Apr 15, 2022 • 21:36

205 - The Moon Is Gone

205 - The Moon Is Gone

What happened to the moon? Who cares. Weather: “Us in the Woods” by Birds of Fae https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH1H79IWliY Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live FACELESS OLD WOMAN novel now available in paperback! https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please hel

Apr 1, 2022 • 25:00

204 - Audition

204 - Audition

Auditions are open for "Our Town" Weather: “Yes This Song Is About You and No, I'm Still Not Over It” by Friends For Sale https://friendsforsale.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts WEATHER SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN: https://www.welcometonightvale.com/betheweather 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we exist! If y

Mar 15, 2022 • 26:00

203 - The Kareem Nazari Show

203 - The Kareem Nazari Show

You're listening to WMCG 1080am in Ann Arbor, Michigan. “My Love” by Scarlet Sails https://scarletsails.bandcamp.com/ The voice of Kareem is Adal Rifai. The voice of Doug is John Patrick Coan. The voice of Gina is Erin Keif. (Listen to Adal, JPC, & Erin’s podcast Hey Riddle Riddle https://www.heyriddleriddle.com/) Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts WEATHER SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN: https://www.welcometonightvale.com/betheweather 2022 US / CANADA /

Mar 1, 2022 • 19:34

202 - The Day After the Day

202 - The Day After the Day

Unfortunately, Valentine's Day has happened again. Weather: “I Went Swimming to the Middle of the Sea” by Raising Cain https://raising-cain.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/

Feb 15, 2022 • 22:05

201 - The Delivery Man

201 - The Delivery Man

All people deserve prompt delivery. And all people eventually get what they deserve. Weather: “Goodnight Dandelion” by Space Cowboy Newt https://spacecowboynewt.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US / CANADA / EUROPE TOUR DATES for “The Haunting of Night Vale” http://welcometonightvale.com/live Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.co

Feb 1, 2022 • 26:23

200 - Susan Willman Comes Clean

200 - Susan Willman Comes Clean

Susan Willman has something to say. Weather: “No Ordinary Wave” by Le Plaisir https://www.leplaisirband.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 EUROPE / UK TOUR ANNOUNCED! “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale December 3! http://welcometonightvale.com/live New novel from Jeffrey Cranor & Janina Matthewson: YOU FEEL IT JUST BELOW THE RIBS https://www.withinthewires.com/ Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we

Dec 15, 2021 • 26:12

199 - Guidelines for Retrieval

199 - Guidelines for Retrieval

The Sanitation Department will now allow citizens to retrieve something they once disposed of but now wish maybe they hadn’t been so hasty. Weather: “A Lonely Impulse of Delight” by Twin Beds https://twinbeds.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 EUROPE / UK TOUR ANNOUNCED! “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale December 3! http://welcometonightvale.com/live New novel from Jeffrey Cranor & Janina Matthewson: YOU FEEL IT JUST

Dec 1, 2021 • 22:51

198 - Them Woods Are a Maze

198 - Them Woods Are a Maze

There’s a secret art showing in the Whispering Forest. Weather: “Dream” by Nata https://soundcloud.com/natadov Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts New novel from Jeffrey Cranor & Janina Matthewson: YOU FEEL IT JUST BELOW THE RIBS https://www.withinthewires.com/ Hot Night Vale merch! https://topatoco.com/wtnv Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR WEATHER ARTIST

Nov 15, 2021 • 22:49

You Feel It Just Below the Ribs (audiobook excerpt)

You Feel It Just Below the Ribs (audiobook excerpt)

Here’s an excerpt from the new novel by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson: You Feel It Just Below the Ribs. (coming November 16, wherever you get your books). More info (and for places to order): https://bit.ly/3oQujfC The voice of the meta-narrator (Introduction & footnotes) is Adepero Oduye. The voice of Miriam Gregory (Chapter 1) is Kirsten Potter.

Nov 12, 2021 • 26:05

197 - The Life of Frank Chen

197 - The Life of Frank Chen

He only ever had the one. Weather: “Blacksnake” by Charming Disaster https://charmingdisaster.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR WEATHER ARTISTS ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/live New novel from Jeffrey

Nov 1, 2021 • 27:33

196 - Silas the Thief, Part 2

196 - Silas the Thief, Part 2

The prisoner tries to reform. (Part 2 of 2) The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson. Weather: “Go Along / Get Along” by Erin McKeown https://www.erinmckeown.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcom

Oct 15, 2021 • 27:51

195 - Silas the Thief, Part 1

195 - Silas the Thief, Part 1

The prisoner reveals his secrets. (Part 1 of 2) The voice of Silas is Jonathan Atkinson. Weather: “Drink from the Well” by Stöj Snak http://stojsnak.bandcamp.com Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcom

Oct 1, 2021 • 28:39

194 - The Nearly Infinite Lives of Frank Chen

194 - The Nearly Infinite Lives of Frank Chen

Frank Chen is here. Frank Chen is here. Frank Chen is here... Weather: “Dressful of Dreams” by The Bipeds http://www.thebipedsdance.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/live Get

Sep 15, 2021 • 22:56

193 - Team Having Fun

193 - Team Having Fun

We’re not here to tell you what you’re doing wrong. We’re here to tell you what you could be doing right. Weather: “All This Time” by Ellis https://ellissongs.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! htt

Sep 1, 2021 • 24:21

192 - It Doesn't Hold Up

192 - It Doesn't Hold Up

Sometimes our favorite old films don’t stand the test of time. Weather: “Pocket Scheme“ by Brook Pridemore, https://brookpridemore.bandcamp.com Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/li

Aug 15, 2021 • 23:43

191 - The Many, Many Lives of Frank Chen

191 - The Many, Many Lives of Frank Chen

Frank Chen has been found alive and returned to his family exactly as he was the day he died. Weather: “Zoology“ by Funkrust Brass Band, http://funkrust.com Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/live Get Joseph Fink’s new novel, THE HALLOWEEN MOON https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books#halloween

Aug 1, 2021 • 23:25

Excerpt - The Halloween Moon by Joseph Fink

Excerpt - The Halloween Moon by Joseph Fink

From New York Times bestselling author Joseph Fink (and creator of Welcome to Night Vale and Alice Isn’t Dead) comes a wickedly fun middle grade novel about a Halloween-obsessed girl named Esther Gold, who goes out trick-or-treating for one last year, only to find her town under the thrall of a mysterious presence. BOOK LAUNCH: July 27 @ 8pm ET with author Joseph Fink in conversation with Ransom Riggs. Pre-order the book here (https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books#halloweenmoon) to

Jul 26, 2021 • 36:51

105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House (R)

105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House (R)

Here's what happened at the Smithwick house. Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/live Pre-order THE HALLOWEEN MOON by Joseph Fink https://www.welcometonightvale.com/books#halloweenmoon Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometo

Jul 15, 2021 • 25:13

101 - Guidelines for Disposal (R)

101 - Guidelines for Disposal (R)

Mandatory Annual Spring Cleaning Day is coming. Here are the guidelines for the new municipal landfill facility. (This episode originally posted Feb 1, 2017) This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: "Letters" by Lera Lynn. leralynn.com 2022 US TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED! March 27 - June 24, we’ll be all over America with “The Haunting of Night Vale” Tickets on sale now! http://welcometonightvale.com/live Pre-order THE HALLOWEEN MOON by Joseph Fink https://www.welcometonigh

Jul 1, 2021 • 24:46

190 - Listeners

190 - Listeners

They know. They all know. Featured podcasts in order of appearance: Criminal / The Sporkful / You Must Remember This / Oh No Ross & Carrie / TED Radio Hour / Comedy Bang! Bang! / My Brother, My Brother and Me / The Worst Idea of All Time / Bad With Money / Pod Save America / Underunderstood / The Allusionist / The Dollop / You’re Wrong About / The Purrrcast / LORE / Hello from the Magic Tavern / Whatever Happened to Pizza at McDonald’s? / Song Exploder / Maintenance Phase / Hidden

Jun 15, 2021 • 24:51

189 - Megan Wallaby Is Missing

189 - Megan Wallaby Is Missing

Megan Wallaby is missing. This episode was written by Brie Williams. Weather: “Asenweg 16“ by Laura Theis, https://badasssnowwhite.bandcamp.com/ The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones. The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders. The voice of Megan Wallaby is Janet Varney. Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Order personalized, signed copies of THE FIRST TEN YEARS: TWO SIDES OF THE SAME LOVE STORY by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink https://www.

Jun 1, 2021 • 22:08

188 - Listener Questions

188 - Listener Questions

Let’s go behind the scenes and answer some questions from listeners. Weather: “Hey“ by Standpoint feat. Lady Daisy River, https://soundcloud.com/standpoint-1 The voice of Lucy in Claremont was Julia Morizawa. Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Live Stream of ALL HAIL May 15. Tickets and info at http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Pre-order personalized, signed copies of THE FIRST TEN YEARS: TWO SIDES OF THE SAME LOVE STORY by Meg Bashwiner & Jo

May 15, 2021 • 22:30

The First Ten Years, Year 5: 2014

The First Ten Years, Year 5: 2014

A sometimes hilarious, occasionally heartbreaking, and always entertaining joint memoir by Joseph Fink, cocreator of Welcome to Night Vale, and his wife, writer and performer Meg Bashwiner, chronicling the first ten years of their relationship from both sides. There are two sides to every love story. Coming May 11th. Pre-order your copy at your local bookstore or any of these places: Oblong Books (for Personalized Signed Editions) HarperCollins Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-a-Mi

May 4, 2021 • 38:51

187 - Citizen Spotlight: The Spire

187 - Citizen Spotlight: The Spire

Between meters 183 and 207 of the Brown Stone Spire, artist Saad Ibrahim chisels ancient verses in long-forgotten alphabets. Weather: “Eurydice“ by HEATHERS, https://heathers-mtl.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Live Stream of ALL HAIL May 15. Tickets and info at http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Pre-order personalized, signed copies of THE FIRST TEN YEARS: TWO SIDES OF THE SAME LOVE STORY by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink https:/

May 1, 2021 • 23:45

The First Ten Years, Year 1: 2009

The First Ten Years, Year 1: 2009

A sometimes hilarious, occasionally heartbreaking, and always entertaining joint memoir by Joseph Fink, cocreator of Welcome to Night Vale, and his wife, writer and performer Meg Bashwiner, chronicling the first ten years of their relationship from both sides. There are two sides to every love story. Coming May 11th. Pre-order your copy at your local bookstore or any of these places: Oblong Books (for Personalized Signed Editions) HarperCollins Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-a-Mi

Apr 20, 2021 • 37:21

186 - The Many Lives of Frank Chen

186 - The Many Lives of Frank Chen

Weather: Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Pre-order personalized, signed copies of The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink https://www.oblongbooks.com/the-first-ten-years-signed Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://

Apr 15, 2021 • 22:43

185 - Fair

185 - Fair

The librarians have escaped during the first annual Book Fair. Weather: “I Will” by Emischramm https://emischramm.bandcamp.com/ The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders. Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Pre-order The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink http://tinyurl.com/firsttenyears (personalized & signed editions here: https://www.oblongbooks.com/the-first-ten-years-signed) Book Tour Dates

Apr 1, 2021 • 22:40

184 - The Fog

184 - The Fog

A dense fog seeps through town. Weather: “Hall of Fame” by Mission from Dog http://missionfromdog.com/ The voice of Deb is Meg Bashwiner. Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Pre-order The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink http://tinyurl.com/firsttenyears (personalized & signed editions here: https://www.oblongbooks.com/the-first-ten-years-signed) Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you

Mar 15, 2021 • 25:24

183 - The Nephilim

183 - The Nephilim

Hurrah, hurrah, the Nephilim approach. Weather: “Witchcraft” by Graveyard Club http://graveyardclub.com Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Pre-order personalized, signed copies of The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story by Meg Bashwiner & Joseph Fink https://www.oblongbooks.com/the-first-ten-years-signed Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale

Mar 1, 2021 • 22:47

182 - It Sticks With You

182 - It Sticks With You

A memorable trip into the woods Weather: “We Perform a Service Here” by Joseph Fink, https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Disparition http://disparition.ban

Feb 15, 2021 • 22:50

181 - C****s

181 - C****s

Legalize c****s! Weather: “Whatever Happened to Jim Crow“ by Black Guy Fawkes https://blackguyfawkesmusic.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts LiveStream Feb 11: The Investigators Tickets: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out n

Feb 1, 2021 • 25:33

The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story

The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story

Joseph and Meg are here to tell you about their new memoir that they co-wrote called The First Ten Years: Two Sides of the Same Love Story. It’s a memoir about being two kids in love, and then suddenly having a touring live show based on a weird fiction podcast and traveling around the world together. You can pre-order it now! Just go to tinyurl.com/firsttenyears or wherever you get your books. Here’s the official synopsis if you want more info: A sometimes hilarious, occasionally h

Jan 28, 2021 • 4:22

180 - U-View

180 - U-View

The Mahalla Family would like their VHS copy of Heat back. Weather: “Prodigal“ by David Wirsig https://davidwirsig.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts LiveStream Double Feature on Dec 17: All Smiles’ Eve & A Blood Stone Carol. Tickets: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Our third novel, The Faceless

Dec 15, 2020 • 25:40

179 - First Snow

179 - First Snow

The first snow (ever) is falling in Night Vale. Weather: “Modern Fear“ by Marble Season https://marbleseason.bandcamp.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts LiveStream Double Feature on Dec 17: All Smiles’ Eve & A Blood Stone Carol. Tickets: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: ht

Dec 1, 2020 • 21:57

178 - Rattlesnake Rest

178 - Rattlesnake Rest

Rattlesnake Rest cemetery is full, and you know what that means. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Hands Like Helios“ by Crystal Eyes http://crystalofficial.com/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts Patreon is how we exist in this plague year! If you can, please help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Facel

Nov 15, 2020 • 23:32

177 - Bloody Laws, Bloody Claws: The Murder of Frank Chen

177 - Bloody Laws, Bloody Claws: The Murder of Frank Chen

The final episode of the true crime podcast “Bloody Laws, Bloody Claws: The Murder of Frank Chen” The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: “The Ghost Who Wasn’t There“ by A Sunday Fire http://asundayfire.bandcamp.com Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for

Nov 1, 2020 • 20:10

176 - The Autumn Specter

176 - The Autumn Specter

It's the perfect time of year for getting candy, telling spooky stories, and fearing a soul-reaping, malevolent spirit. Weather: “Welterweight” by Nels Andrews. https://nelsandrews.bandcamp.com/ Livestream of GHOST STORIES on October 29: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour d

Oct 15, 2020 • 25:10

175 - The October Monologues

175 - The October Monologues

It is October, and, once again, something is different. The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson. The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: It varies, depending on where you are and when. Livestream of GHOST STORIES on October 29: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this sho

Oct 1, 2020 • 20:34

174 - Radio Jupiter

174 - Radio Jupiter

There appears to be some interference in our transmission. Please standby. Weather: “The Faded Red and Blue” by David Berkeley http://davidberkeley.com/ Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on September 24: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonight

Sep 15, 2020 • 22:28

173 - The Hundred Year Play

173 - The Hundred Year Play

After a century of continuous performance, the Hundred Year Play is nearing its final scene. Weather: “Shallow Eyes” by Brad Bensko https://www.bradbenskomusic.com/ Livestream of THE SANDSTORM on September 24: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Transcript available at http://welcometonightvale.com/transcripts You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.we

Sep 1, 2020 • 22:06

172 - Return of the Obelisk

172 - Return of the Obelisk

The obelisk is back, and it will answer one question, and one question only. Weather: “Pros and Cons” by Sugar & the Mint https://www.sugarandthemint.com/ Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to support social justice initiatives You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.w

Aug 15, 2020 • 22:49

171 - Go to the Mirror?

171 - Go to the Mirror?

Have you ever looked at yourself? Truly looked at yourself? Weather: “Flower Lane” by Funbearable https://funbearable.bandcamp.com/ Livestream of THE LIBRARIAN on Aug 20: https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to support social justice initiatives You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/

Aug 1, 2020 • 24:48

Announcement: CONDOS Livestream on July 9

Announcement: CONDOS Livestream on July 9

A Welcome to Night Vale live performance of our 2013 hit show CONDOS… Thursday July 9 at 8pm ET Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $5. https://noonchorus.com/welcome-to-night-vale/ The show features: Cecil Baldwin, Dylan Marron, Meg Bashwiner, Symphony Sanders, Mara Wilson, and Disparition. Join us next Thursday for a rare performance of a show that we haven’t ever toured.

Jul 2, 2020 • 2:25

170 - To the Family and Friends

170 - To the Family and Friends

To the family and friends of Intern Victor, we extend our condolences Weather: “A List for Spring” by Joseph Fink https://josephfink.bandcamp.com/ Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to support social justice initiatives: https://www.thecut.com/2020/05/george-floyd-protests-how-to-help-where-to-donate.html You can also support the Night Vale Patreon, to help us keep making this show: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Sponsor: CATAN https://catanshop.com/nightvale Reschedu

Jun 15, 2020 • 21:07

169 - The Whittler

169 - The Whittler

An old man sits on the steps of the old General Store whistling a lonesome tune. Weather: “Embroidery Stars” by Carrie Elkin http://carrieelkin.com/ Black Lives Matter. Donate where you can to support social justice initiatives: https://www.thecut.com/2020/05/george-floyd-protests-how-to-help-where-to-donate.html You can also support the Night Vale Patreon: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third nove

Jun 1, 2020 • 26:08

168 - Secret Blotter

168 - Secret Blotter

For the first time ever, the Sheriff's Secret Police has made their blotter public. Guest writer: Brie Williams Weather: “Best Friends” by Curtains: https://curtains.bandcamp.com/ If you can, please support our Patreon: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Disparition http://

May 15, 2020 • 24:27

167 - Echo

167 - Echo

The pilot has arrived, and so have his passengers. (Part 5 of 5) Weather: “The Stolen Century” by Ellen Beizer: http://ellenclairebeizer.com/ If you can, please support our Patreon: http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale/ Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http

May 1, 2020 • 26:37

166 - Delta

166 - Delta

The passengers have been found, or rather, they have found us. (Part 4 of 5) Weather: “A Prayer for the Sane” by Danny Schmidt http://dannyschmidt.com Rescheduled tour dates for 2020: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narra

Apr 15, 2020 • 22:53

165 - Charlie

165 - Charlie

Nothing about Charles Rainier's average New England upbringing indicated he would one day be standing in the middle of a desert searching for fugitives from his own Asylum. (Part 3 of 5) Weather: “Breathe” by Tanja Daub http://tanjadaub.bandcamp.com We have rescheduled tour dates and an added Louisville show: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, is out now: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Dis

Apr 1, 2020 • 22:37

Bonus: Excerpt 2 from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"

Bonus: Excerpt 2 from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"

An excerpt (read by Mara Wilson) of Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor's new novel The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home. Out today… wherever you get books, or order from some fantastic independent book stores: http://welcometonightvale.com/books.

Mar 24, 2020 • 12:26

News about books and tours, and "Our Plague Year"

News about books and tours, and "Our Plague Year"

Joseph has a few things to chat about with you, and then we present the first episode of our new show, Our Plague Year. Introducing a new kind of current events podcast. An island in a storm of bad headlines. An experiment in public anxiety. Let's get through this year together. Subscribe at http://ourplagueyear.libsyn.com/ or wherever you get your podcasts. Written and produced by Joseph Fink "Don't Look for the Helpers" by Cory Doctorow "Social Distances" by Nisi Shawl  The song

Mar 17, 2020 • 22:19

164 - The Faceless Old Woman (Live)

164 - The Faceless Old Woman (Live)

A brief intermission of our 5-part series about the missing flight, we bring you a brand new story from The Faceless Old Woman. Live in LA at Largo. Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, comes out on March 24! Pre-order today to get cool, exclusive patches and art. Plus find out about this and our online book events with Joseph and Jeffrey at: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Our March & April live show dates have been postponed. We’ll po

Mar 15, 2020 • 23:34

163 - Bravo

163 - Bravo

A new play premieres at the Night Vale Asylum. (Part 2 of 5) Weather: “One One Thousand” by Raina Rose rainarose.com Our 2020 World Tour kicks off in just a few days! Join us across North America this spring for Cecil Baldwin’s last live tour and be one of the first to see our new show, “The Haunting of Night Vale.” Tickets available now! http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our third novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home, comes out on March 24! Pre-order t

Mar 1, 2020 • 25:12

162 - Alpha

162 - Alpha

Amelia Anna Alfaro was always the best at everything. (Part 1 of 5) Weather: “Skinchanger” by Skeptic skepticdeath.bandcamp.com Just announced: our 13-city book tour for The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home! Come see Joseph and Jeffrey out on the road this spring. Plus, we’re sending out exclusive patches and an art print to folks who pre-order the novel! Check out all of the details on our website: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Our 2020 World Tour has a

Feb 15, 2020 • 26:04

Bonus: Excerpt from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"

Bonus: Excerpt from "The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home"

An excerpt (read by Mara Wilson) of Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor's new novel The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home. Coming March 24. Pre-order now at http://welcometonightvale.com/books.

Feb 10, 2020 • 14:50

A Spy in the Desert, Excerpt 2

A Spy in the Desert, Excerpt 2

A second excerpt from A Spy in the Desert, now available on Bandcamp and iTunes! For the very first time, you can hear Cecil Palmer’s secret! This monologue was only performed to one person at every show, but now, you can hear it for yourself! Plus, over an hour of brand new material which has never been heard on the podcast. Our scouts on Patreon also get two exclusive bonus tracks featuring Dylan Marron as Carlos the Scientist and Hal Lublin as Steve Carlsberg. Join our membership program at

Feb 3, 2020 • 6:50

161 - The Space Race

161 - The Space Race

It's the annual Children's Fun Fact Science Presentation. Everything in this episode is true and educational. Weather: “Have a Smoke” by Head Portals https://headportals.bandcamp.com/ We just announced the Weather acts for 2020 World tour! Come see Eliza Rickman, Dessa, Dane Terry, Mal Blum, Erin McKeown, and Danny Schmidt and Carrie Elkin out on the road with us this year: http://welcometonightvale.com/live Live recording of “A Spy in the Desert” now available on Bandcamp and iTunes! For the fi

Feb 1, 2020 • 25:29

A Spy in the Desert – Out today!

A Spy in the Desert – Out today!

An excerpt from A Spy in the Desert, now available on Bandcamp and iTunes! This release includes over an hour of brand new material which has never been heard on the podcast. Even if you saw A Spy in the Desert live on tour, this release has something special for you – Cecil’s secret! This monologue was only performed to one person at every show, but now, you can hear Cecil’s secret for yourself. Plus, our scouts on Patreon get two exclusive bonus tracks featuring Dylan Marron as Carlo

Jan 31, 2020 • 6:49

A Big Special New Year's Day Announcement

A Big Special New Year's Day Announcement

A big announcement about our 2020 World Tour from Cecil Baldwin! Get your tickets today: http://welcometonightvale.com/live/

Jan 1, 2020 • 2:36

160 - The Weather

160 - The Weather

And now... the weather. Sports: “Suspension of Disbelief” by Victory Soul Orchestra https://victorysoulorchestra.com It’s not too late to get holiday gifts from our store, but soon it will be. Grab a holiday sweater, tarot deck, ornaments, and more weird and beautiful gifts at TopatoCo: https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Another great last minute holiday gift? Tickets to our 2020 World Tour! Tickets now on sale in over 50 cities across North America and Europe: http://welcometonightvale.com/l

Dec 15, 2019 • 23:44

159 - Cat Show

159 - Cat Show

It’s time for the annual Cat Show. Weather: “Fuzzy Disco” by Talkie https://talkie.bandcamp.com Mara Wilson is reprising her role as the Faceless Old Woman for the audiobook version of our upcoming novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home! On-sale March 24, 2020 – pre-order today! http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Don’t forget: the holidays are right around the corner. They are lurking just out of sight. Find weird and beautiful holiday gifts for the weird and beauti

Dec 1, 2019 • 26:48

158 - The Battle for Time

158 - The Battle for Time

There may have been a few consequences from our attempt to live forever. Oops. The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill. Weather: “Sugar Neighbors” by Dane Terry https://www.thedaneterry.com Just announced: our 2020 World Tour! Our brand new live show is going to over 50 cities across North America and Europe! Tickets go on sale next Friday, November 22. Pre-sale for $10+ members starts November 18. More details: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Don’t forget: the holidays are

Nov 15, 2019 • 25:41

157 - The Promise of Time

157 - The Promise of Time

We're all going to live forever and there are no downsides or hidden consequences. The voice of Kasper Rhodes is Rob Neill. Weather: “Good Intentions, Bad Advice” by Nicky Flowers https://nickyflowers.bandcamp.com New for the holidays – a brand new tarot card deck by Jessica Hayworth and a new limited edition sweater by Rob Wilson, plus tree ornaments and cards: https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Our final performances of A SPY IN THE DESERT are happening right now. Don’t miss yo

Nov 1, 2019 • 23:24

156 - The Trouble with Time

156 - The Trouble with Time

Everyone in town is scared of aging now that time works normally. But one newcomer claims to have the answer. Weather: “Revolution Lover” by Left At London http://leftatlondon.com Become a Night Vale Scout today to help us keep making this show and to get cool exclusive rewards, like bonus episodes and a bloody Intern t-shirt: https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale Don’t miss the final performances of A SPY IN THE DESERT in just two weeks Check out the full list of dates and get

Oct 15, 2019 • 20:31

155 - The Heist, Part 3

155 - The Heist, Part 3

More arrests are made in the bank robbery investigation. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: “Good Luck with That” by Fathom All the Animals https://fathomalltheanimals.com New in the store: a t-shirt that says “Catch the flesh eating reading bacterium!” and leggings covered in spiders. https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Don’t miss the final performances of A SPY IN THE DESERT this November! Check out the full list of dates a

Oct 1, 2019 • 21:42

154 - The Heist, Part 2

154 - The Heist, Part 2

A new twist in the bank robbery case. Weather: “Only One Star” by Ann https://soundcloud.com/carlitta-ann The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. The latest Night Vale novel, The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home is coming March 2020. Pre-order it now! welcometonightvale.com/books/ Our September tour of A SPY IN THE DESERT wraps up this week! Check out the full list of dates, and get your tickets today: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Music: Disparition

Sep 15, 2019 • 22:26

153 - The Heist, Part 1

153 - The Heist, Part 1

There's a bank robbery at the Last Bank of Night Vale. Weather: “My Friend” by Dominique Chantel Worthing with Barrett Ward https://soundcloud.com/dominique-worthing Our fall tour of A SPY IN THE DESERT starts on September 6th! Check out the full list of dates, including our newly added show in Kelowna, BC, and get your tickets today: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Within the Wires returns for Season 4 on September 10th. Stay tuned after the credits to hear the trailer: http

Sep 1, 2019 • 23:22

152 - The Great Golden Hand

152 - The Great Golden Hand

It approaches. Hurrah! Hurrah! Weather: “Drones” by Epicenter https://epicentermetal.bandcamp.com Come see the first ever Start With This live show in Boston on October 20th! Join Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor for a fun and inspiring night about writing and podcasting: http://nightvale.eventbrite.com Don’t miss A SPY IN THE DESERT live next month across the US and Canada: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://rob

Aug 15, 2019 • 24:33

151 - The Waterfall

151 - The Waterfall

Josh Crayton finds that he has lost a very important ability. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Always Right” by Anne Reburn http://youtube.com/AnneReburn New “Weird is Where the Heart Is” cross-stitch t-shirt now available on our store: https://topatoco.com/products/cpb-wtnv-weirdheart Don’t miss A SPY IN THE DESERT live next month across the US and Canada: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson

Aug 1, 2019 • 23:51

150 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

150 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

Lee Marvin turns 30 one last time, and a great change comes to Night Vale. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. The voice of Steve was Hal Lublin. The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson. The voice of Maureen was Maureen Johnson. The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson. The voice of Basimah was Aliee Chan. The voice of the numbers station was Molly Quinn. Weather: “Things Still Left To Say” by Mal Blum https://www.malblum.com Four brand

Jun 15, 2019 • 23:51

149 - The General

149 - The General

The General returns home from the Blood Space War. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: “Sad But Not Depressed” from the podcast It Makes a Sound https://nightvale.bandcamp.com/album/wim-faros-the-attic-tape We’re taking A Spy in the Desert to more cities across the US and Canada this fall! Tickets on sale now. More info and full list of cities: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our new script books, The Buying of Lot 37 and Who’s A Good Boy?, are on sale now. Order o

Jun 1, 2019 • 26:44

148 - The Broadcaster

148 - The Broadcaster

There is peace in our time. The voice of Leonard Burton is James Urbaniak. Weather: “Subspace” by RAQIA https://raqia.bandcamp.com and https://www.instagram.com/raqiaband/ We’re taking A Spy in the Desert to more cities across the US and Canada this fall! Tickets go on sale May 17. Pre-sale for $10+ members on May 16. More info and full list of cities: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Our new script books, The Buying of Lot 37 and Who’s A Good Boy?, are on sale now. Order onl

May 15, 2019 • 25:08

147 - The Protester

147 - The Protester

The Blood Space War is not without its detractors. The voice of Basimah was Aliee Chan. Weather: “Shake” by Wednesday’s Wolves https://www.wednesdayswolves.com Become a $10+ member of the Night Vale Scouts before May 11 and get a sticker sheet full of Kate Leth’s original Boy and Girl Scout badges and two new exclusive badges, plus all of our other great rewards: https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale Our new script books, The Buying of Lot 37 and Who’s A Good Boy?, go on sale i

May 1, 2019 • 24:50

146 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

146 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

Hold on, haven't we been here before? The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson. Weather: “Sicilian Crest” by the Mountain Goats http://www.mountain-goats.com http://ionlylistentothemountaingoats.com Don’t miss our Faceless Old Woman live show at the Largo in Los Angeles on April 27, part of a Night Vale Presents triple bill with Alice Isn’t Dead and Within the Wires: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Signed editions of our upcoming script books are available for pre-order from

Apr 15, 2019 • 25:12

145 - The Veterans

145 - The Veterans

Some veterans return home from the Blood Space War, and enemies have followed. The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi. Weather: “No Good Day” by Windows to Sky https://windowstosky.com Season 2 of I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats premieres on April 4. This year, we’re talking about the brand new Mountain Goats album, In League With Dragons. http://ionlylistentothemountaingoats.com Get your tickets to our shows at Tidewater Comicon 2019 and cities across the US, plus our one-o

Apr 1, 2019 • 23:34

Start With This: Idea to Execution

Start With This: Idea to Execution

A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents, and the first podcast Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor have made together since Welcome to Night Vale: Start With This, a podcast gone creativity playground designed to put your ideas in motion. Each episode centers around a topic from world building, to opening lines, and even failure. Then they give listeners two short assignments: something to consume and something to create. The best way to start writing is to start writing. Not sure where

Mar 25, 2019 • 35:10

144 - The Dreamer

144 - The Dreamer

No one knows how the Blood Space War began, who is fighting in it, or what for, so let's start with the story of Eunomia, a 19th century farm girl. Weather: “The Only Thing” by Ali Holder http://aliholder.com/ Subscribe to Joseph and Jeffrey’s new podcast, Start With This, a show designed to get you thinking about, talking about, and, most importantly, making art. Premieres March 22. http://startwiththispodcast.com Our latest live show, A SPY IN THE DESERT, is coming to more U.S. cit

Mar 15, 2019 • 26:18

143 - Pioneer Days

143 - Pioneer Days

Pioneer Days are upon us again. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Vines” by Super Boink https://superboink.bandcamp.com/ On April 27, the Faceless Old Woman gets a show of her own at the Largo in LA, along with new live shows from Alice Isn’t Dead and Within the Wires! Tickets available now. Our latest live show, A Spy in the Desert, is out on the road right now! Come see us across the US: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Make your alma mater proud wi

Mar 1, 2019 • 22:04

142 - UFO Sighting Reports

142 - UFO Sighting Reports

We start today, as we often do, with the latest UFO sighting reports in the community. Weather: "Color TV” by Answering Machine https://answeringmachine.bandcamp.com Our tour of A Spy in the Desert continues this month across US! Get your tickets here: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/ Coming in May 2019: Volumes 3 and 4 of the Welcome to Night Vale Episode Collections! For more info and to pre-order: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Music: Disparition http://dispariti

Feb 15, 2019 • 23:07

141 - Save Dark Owl Records

141 - Save Dark Owl Records

Dark Owl Records hosts a fundraiser to save their store. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. The voice of Michelle Nguyen was Kate Jones. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice of Maureen was Maureen Johnson. Weather: "A Pale Sun Rises Over New York" by Scrawnyman https://scrawnyman.bandcamp.com Coming in May 2019: Volumes 3 and 4 of the Welcome to Night Vale Episode Collections! For more info and to pre-order: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Our tour of

Feb 1, 2019 • 23:04

140 - A Blood Stone Carol

140 - A Blood Stone Carol

A ghost story with no moral. Three spirits that will teach you nothing. Weather: “Draggin' Me Down” by Travis Love Benson featuring Yo! The Moon travislovebenson.com It’s not too late to get weird and beautiful gifts from the Welcome to Night Vale store, including our limited edition knit sweater and our glorious fleece blanket! https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Our tour of A SPY IN THE DESERT continues in 2019 with two shows in Seattle on January 18, the night before Podcon, an

Dec 15, 2018 • 23:58

139 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

139 - The Birthday of Lee Marvin

Night Vale's most local and legendary local legend celebrates his 30th birthday. The voice of Lee Marvin was TL Thompson. Weather: “Impasse” by Juliana Finch https://music.julianafinch.com Dane Terry is joining our world tour of A Spy In The Desert as “the Weather” in the U.S., and will be opening the show with a special live performance of his new podcast, Dreamboy! Tickets available now. http://welcometonightvale.com/live/ Get weird and beautiful gifts for the weird and beautiful

Dec 1, 2018 • 22:39

138 - Harvest Time

138 - Harvest Time

It is a time of reaping, sowing, and rebirth. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Friend or Foe” by Low Power https://soundcloud.com/lowpowermusic Podcon 2 is coming back to Seattle next January! Don’t miss this incredible weekend for podcast listeners, makers, and fans. (And if you’re coming to Podcon, check out our live shows at the Neptune Theater that Friday!) https://www.podcon.com Need a gift for the Night Vale fan in your life, or for someone who appreci

Nov 15, 2018 • 25:14

137 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 3

137 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 3

The mayor has a message for Desert Bluffs. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe. Weather: “Hymn #101” by Joe Pug http://joepugmusic.com Need a gift for the Night Vale fan in your life? We have a limited edition knit sweater and a brand new scout-themed blanket up on our store today, perfect for your wintertime gift exchange. https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Alice Isn’t Dead, the latest novel from Welcome to Night Vale creator Joseph Fink,

Nov 1, 2018 • 25:08

A message from Joseph Fink

A message from Joseph Fink

Joseph Fink, co-writer of Welcome to Night Vale, here with a special message about his new novel, Alice Isn’t Dead, a retelling and reimagining of the story from the podcast of the same name. The Alice Isn’t Dead novel is on sale now online and at your local independent book store: http://aliceisntdead.com/#novel See Joseph Fink across the country on the Alice Isn’t Dead book tour, coming to a city near you starting tonight in Brooklyn: http://aliceisntdead.com/#book-tour

Oct 30, 2018 • 15:10

Dreamboy, Episode One: Goodnight, Esmerelda

Dreamboy, Episode One: Goodnight, Esmerelda

A brand new fiction podcast from Night Vale Presents: Dreamboy. Dane, a spun-out musician spending the winter in Cleveland, Ohio, has two main goals: keeping his job at the Pepper Heights Zoo and trying not to waste all his time on Grindr. What he doesn’t expect is to get swept into a story about dreams, about forevers, about flickering lights, about unexplained deaths, about relentless change, and about the parts of ourselves that we wish other people knew to look for. Oh, and also a m

Oct 23, 2018 • 27:29

136 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 2

136 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 2

Not everything goes as planned. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. Weather: “She Left Without A Goodbye.” by Cerah https://soundcloud.com/cerahmusic Listen to our sixth bonus episode, featuring Cecil, Carlos, the Faceless Old Woman, Michelle Nguyen, Steve Carlsberg, and Tamika Flynn answering real listener questions, by becoming a member on Patreon today. http://patreon.com/welcometonightvale Stay tuned to the end of today’s episode to hear the trailer for Dreamboy, the newest fi

Oct 15, 2018 • 25:26

Adventures in New America: Episode One, The End

Adventures in New America: Episode One, The End

A brand new fiction podcast from Night Vale Presents: ADVENTURES IN NEW AMERICA, the first sci-fi, political satire, Afrofuturistic buddy comedy, serialized for New Americans in a new and desperate time. To keep listening to Adventures in New America, find it on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. New American citizens are terrorized by supernatural beings. A man with cancer who has given up on life is saved by a younger sociopathic girl he meets outside of a poke bowl

Oct 3, 2018 • 31:37

135 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 1

135 - The Mudstone Abyss Part 1

A broadcast from an even friendlier desert community. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. Weather: “Living On Light” by Silo’s Choice https://siloschoice.bandcamp.com Our new live show, A Spy in the Desert, is on the road in North America right now! Don’t miss us in the U.S. this fall and across the world starting early next year. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live New on the store: Jessica Hayworth’s Scary Deer design is now available on a pin, plus we have a brand new shirt

Oct 1, 2018 • 24:45

134 - Fall Football Preview

134 - Fall Football Preview

A look at all the great kids, ghosts, and trees playing in our upcoming season. Weather: "Raising Helvetica" by Sims x Air Credits x ICETEP sims.bandcamp.com Our 2018 / 2019 World Tour kicks off in Brooklyn next week! Don’t miss our new live show, A Spy in the Desert, coming to over 40 cities across North America, the UK, and Europe! All tickets on sale now! http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live New from Night Vale Presents: Within the Wires is back for Season 3, “Dictation,” a poli

Sep 15, 2018 • 24:42

133 - Are You Sure?

133 - Are You Sure?

Is this the first time you’ve heard me say this? Are you sure? Weather from Caged Animals' new album Escape Artist: https://cagedanimals.bandcamp.com Don’t miss our 2018 / 2019 World Tour, coming to over 40 cities across North America, the UK, and Europe! All tickets on sale now! http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live ALL HAIL recording available now on iTunes and Bandcamp! Over an hour of brand new material, never-before-heard on the podcast. Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus tra

Sep 1, 2018 • 12:43

Bonus - Excerpt from All Hail

Bonus - Excerpt from All Hail

An excerpt from our latest live show recording, All Hail, featuring Hal Lublin as Steve Carlsberg. Get the full recording on Bandcamp and iTunes. Get four exclusive bonus tracks from All Hail – featuring Wil Wheaton as Earl Harlan, Jasika Nicole as Dana Cardinal, Molly Quinn as Melony Pennington, and Dylan Marron as Carlos the Scientist – by becoming a member on Patreon. Help support the show and get exclusive Director's Notes, bonus episodes, merch, and more. And don’t miss our new l

Aug 23, 2018 • 12:07

132 - Bedtime Story

132 - Bedtime Story

There once was a boy who wanted to know everything. Weather: “Bad Friend” by Cheese On Bread http://cheeseonbread.com/ ALL HAIL recording available now on iTunes and Bandcamp! Over an hour of brand new material, never-before-heard on the podcast. Join our Patreon for exclusive bonus tracks featuring Earl Harlan, Dana Cardinal, Melony Pennington, and Dylan Marron as Carlos the Scientist. Don’t miss our 2018 / 2019 World Tour, coming to over 40 cities across North America, the UK, and

Aug 15, 2018 • 23:59

131 - Brought To You By Kellogg's

131 - Brought To You By Kellogg's

This episode, and also your life, and every life on this and every world, and this entire universe, brought to you by Kellogg's. Weather: “Standard Deviation” by Danny Schmidt http://dannyschmidt.com Our membership program is now on Patreon! Become a Night Vale Scout to help support the show and get cool rewards like behind-the-scenes videos, Director’s Notes, and bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/welcometonightvale Don’t miss our 2018 / 2019 World Tour, coming to over 40 citie

Aug 1, 2018 • 26:42

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 4

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 4

Welcome to the fourth and final week of the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, hear previews of two upcoming Night Vale Presents shows, and full episodes from The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air) and Good Morning Night Vale. To get updates on our new shows, Adventures in New America and Dreamboy, sign up for the Night Vale Presents newsletter, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. The Orbiting Human Circus (o

Jul 27, 2018 • 1:41:42

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 3

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 3

This is the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, we’re listening to special episodes of Alice Isn’t Dead and Sleep With Me. Alice Isn’t Dead is about a truck driver, played by Jasika Nicole, who searches across America for the wife she had long assumed was dead. In the course of her search, she encounters not-quite-human serial murderers, towns literally lost in time, and a conspiracy that goes way beyond one miss

Jul 20, 2018 • 48:00

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 2

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 2

This is the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week, we hear from two of our newest fiction shows, Pounded In The Butt By My Own Podcast and It Makes A Sound. Plus, an update on Within the Wires Season 3. Within the Wires returns on September 4. Each season tells a new story in the same world, using a single set of found audio. Season One is a prison break / romance told entirely through relaxation tapes. Season Two is the myst

Jul 13, 2018 • 51:28

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 1

The Summer of Night Vale Presents, Part 1

Welcome to the Summer of Night Vale Presents, a celebration and sampling of some of the shows across our network. This week: a look at two of our non-fiction shows, I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats and Conversations with People Who Hate Me. I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats is a show about what it means to be an artist, to be a fan, and as many people are, both at once. Our first season found Welcome to Night Vale creator Joseph Fink in conversation with John Darnielle, singer and

Jul 6, 2018 • 1:04:42

130 - A Story About Us

130 - A Story About Us

This is a story about us, said the man on the radio, and we were pleased, because we always wanted to hear about ourselves on the radio. Weather: “Space and Time” by Joseph Fink https://josephfink.bandcamp.com Just announced: Welcome to Night Vale World Tour 2018 / 2019. Our brand new live show is coming to over 40 cities across North America, the UK, and Europe. Tickets on sale June 22, member pre-sale June 20. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Music: Disparition http://dispari

Jun 15, 2018 • 25:52

Good Morning Night Vale: Good Morning Pilot

Good Morning Night Vale: Good Morning Pilot

A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents: Good Morning Night Vale, the official Welcome to Night Vale recap show, hosted by cast members Meg Bashwiner, Symphony Sanders, and Hal Lublin. Each week, our hosts will do a deep dive into one episode of Welcome to Night Vale, starting with the very first episode! Episodes will also feature listener theories, interviews with the cast and creators, and lots of behind-the-scenes trivia. Subscribe to get future episodes: http://goodmorningnig

Jun 7, 2018 • 56:25

129 - A Matter of Blood Part 3

129 - A Matter of Blood Part 3

The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal comes to a close. The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole. Weather: “Mariposas” by Yva Las Vegass https://monikerrecordsss.bandcamp.com/album/i-was-born-in-a-place-of-sunshine-and-the-smell-of-ripe-mangoes Night Vale Presents Birthday Party, June 8th at the Bell House in New York City. Tickets on sale now. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Brand new proverb t-shirt now available. https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Music: Disparit

Jun 1, 2018 • 24:09

128 - A Matter of Blood Part 2

128 - A Matter of Blood Part 2

The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal takes a turn. The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole. Weather: “Lemonade in the Shade” by Jeff Scroggins & Colorado http://jeffscrogginsandcolorado.com/ Night Vale Presents Birthday Party, June 8th at the Bell House in New York City. Tickets on sale now. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Brand new “Who’s A Good Boy?” poster on our store. https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob

May 15, 2018 • 22:03

127 – A Matter of Blood Part 1

127 – A Matter of Blood Part 1

The battle for the soul of Dana Cardinal begins. The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole. Weather: “J'Accuse” by Mucca Pazza. http://www.muccapazza.com Night Vale Presents Birthday Party, June 8th at the Bell House in New York City. Tickets on sale now. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Brand new pins, bumper stickers, t-shirts and more in our store. https://topatoco.com/collections/wtnv Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com

May 1, 2018 • 22:16

126 – A Door Ajar Part 3

126 – A Door Ajar Part 3

There's been an entire ocean in Old Town Night Vale. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Clockwork Family” by Dan Warren. soundcloud.com/danwarren Night Vale Presents Birthday Party, June 8th at the Bell House in New York City. Tickets on sale Friday, April 20. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Final “ALL HAIL” tour dates happening right now in the U.S. and Canada. http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live Brand new stickers, Night Vale Community College t-s

Apr 15, 2018 • 22:09

125 – A Door Ajar Part 2

125 – A Door Ajar Part 2

There's been a shipwreck in the desert. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Source Decay” by Holy Sons. https://www.holysons.com FINAL US & CANADA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018).  http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin.  http://welcometonightvale.com Follow us on Twitter @NightValeRad

Apr 1, 2018 • 24:48

124 – A Door Ajar Part 1

124 – A Door Ajar Part 1

There's been a drowning at the Pancake House. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: “Lake Full of Regrets” by Devine Carama featuring River Greene and Devin Roberts from the album Kingtucky. https://devinecarama.bandcamp.com ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018).  http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by

Mar 15, 2018 • 23:33

Pounded in the Butt by My Own Podcast: Pounded in the Butt by My Own Butt, read by Cecil Baldwin

Pounded in the Butt by My Own Podcast: Pounded in the Butt by My Own Butt, read by Cecil Baldwin

A new podcast from Night Vale Presents, and first in a series of Night Vale After Dark shows. Cecil Baldwin, the voice of Welcome to Night Vale, performs the classic tingler “Pounded in the Butt by My Own Butt” in front of a live audience. Written and hosted by Chuck Tingle. Get the book on Amazon. A Night Vale Presents production. Editor: Grant Stewart Sound Designer and Audio Engineer: Vincent Cacchione Producer: Christy Gressman Assistant Producer: Lindsey Kronmiller Theme Song:

Mar 14, 2018 • 17:45

123 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 3: "Frances"

123 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 3: "Frances"

A story of love and horror. Part 3 of 3. Weather: “Pieces and Pieces” by The Rough and Tumble http://theroughandtumble.com ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018).  http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin.  http://welcometonightvale.com Follow us on Twitter @NightValeRadio or Facebook. Produced by Night Vale P

Mar 1, 2018 • 24:01

I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 10, Jeff Davis County Blues

I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 10, Jeff Davis County Blues

We’re checking back in with our most recent episode of I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats to share with you what the show has become. Thanks for listening! “Jeff Davis County Blues” is a song with a particular meaning to Joseph's life. Julian Koster of The Music Tapes and The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air) joins to share his dream-inspired cover. Buy Julian Koster’s cover of “Jeff Davis County Blues” on iTunes, Bandcamp, or wherever you buy digital music. It supports both the artist and th

Feb 15, 2018 • 51:01

122 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 2: "Spire"

122 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 2: "Spire"

A story of love and horror. Part 2 of 3. Weather: “Fire Drills” by Dessa http://doomtree.net/ ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018). http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. http://welcometonightvale.com Follow us on Twitter @NightValeRadio or Facebook. Produced by Night Vale Presents. http://nightvalepre

Feb 15, 2018 • 23:23

121 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 1: "Barks"

121 - A Story of Love and Horror, Part 1: "Barks"

A story of love and horror. Part 1 of 3. Weather: "Riches and Wonders" by Eliza Rickman & Jherek Bischoff http://elizarickman.com/ & http://jherekbischoff.com ADDED USA TOUR DATES of "All Hail" (Apr 2018). Plus shows in Australia (Feb 2018) http://welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows Music: Disparition http://disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson http://robwilsonwork.com Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. http://welcometonightvale.c

Feb 1, 2018 • 21:55

120 - All Smiles' Eve

120 - All Smiles' Eve

A happy celebration of a happy holiday story from a desert otherworld. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe. Weather: "Fast Talker" by aj & the good intentions http://ajandthegoodintentions.bandcamp.com/ Music for this episode: Joseph Fink, josephfink.bandcamp.com. Music for other episodes: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Nar

Dec 15, 2017 • 20:51

119 - eGemony, Part 3: "Love, Among Other Things, Is All You Need"

119 - eGemony, Part 3: "Love, Among Other Things, Is All You Need"

Part 3 of 3: You need love. You may also need other things. This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold. The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning. Weather: "Turn Into It" by Jamey Browning soundcloud.com/james-browning-142333614 Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Tw

Dec 1, 2017 • 21:53

118 - eGemony, Part 2: "The Cavelands"

118 - eGemony, Part 2: "The Cavelands"

Part 2 of 3: A venture into the underground home of the baristas. This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold. Weather: "Glitter" by Charly Bliss charlybliss.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Nov 15, 2017 • 24:59

117 - eGemony, Part 1: "Canadian Club"

117 - eGemony, Part 1: "Canadian Club"

Part 1 of 3: A case of Canadian Club has been hidden in Night Vale. This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold. The voice of Hugh Jackman was Hunter Canning. The voice of Missy Wilks was Lusia Strus. Weather: "Lost Everything" by Mary Epworth maryepworth.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and

Nov 1, 2017 • 22:01

116 - Council Member Flynn, Part 3

116 - Council Member Flynn, Part 3

A pep rally at the Night Vale Armory. (Part 3 of 3) Weather: "Animal Skin" by Bryan Dunn bryandunn.bandcamp.com/ Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Oct 15, 2017 • 22:12

115 - Council Member Flynn, Part 2

115 - Council Member Flynn, Part 2

Councilwoman Flynn takes charge with help from Citizen Patrols. (Part 2 of 3) Weather: "TMI" by Josey joseyofficial.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook. Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get your free 30-day trial at audible.com/nightvale.

Oct 1, 2017 • 22:32

It Makes A Sound: Episode 1, Are You Listening?

It Makes A Sound: Episode 1, Are You Listening?

A new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts.  A cassette tape from 1992 has been found in the attic… A Night Vale Presents production. Created and written by Jacquelyn Landgraf. Co-directed by Jacquelyn Landgraf and Anya Saffir. Sound design and engineering by Vincent Cacchione. Original music composed by Nate Weida. Deirdre's music box song today is Erik Satie's Gymnopédie. With Jacquelyn Landgraf as Deirdre Gardner, also featuring Annie Gold

Sep 28, 2017 • 32:26

I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 1, The Best Ever Death Metal Band in Denton

I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats: Episode 1, The Best Ever Death Metal Band in Denton

A new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts. John Darnielle and Joseph Fink discuss the role in their lives of art, faith, and satan with John Green, author of The Fault in Our Stars and the upcoming Turtles All The Way Down. And we learn why making the job of creating art more difficult can sometimes make the art itself better. Premiering a new cover by Laura Jane Grace of Against Me! Buy Laura Jane Grace’s cover of “The Best Ever Death Metal

Sep 28, 2017 • 38:08

114 - Council Member Flynn, Part 1

114 - Council Member Flynn, Part 1

The City Council deals with a crime spree in their own City Council way. (Part 1 of 3) Weather: "Song For Myself" by Bears with Eagle Arms bearswitheaglearms.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Sep 15, 2017 • 22:44

113 - Niecelet

113 - Niecelet

There's a new member of the family. This episode was co-written with Dessa. (@dessadarling) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Sep 1, 2017 • 22:17

112 - Citizen Spotlight

112 - Citizen Spotlight

Let's profile a randomly selected citizen. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: "Try Try Try" by Rachael Sage rachaelsage.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Aug 15, 2017 • 22:40

111 - Summer 2017, Night Vale, USA

111 - Summer 2017, Night Vale, USA

Everything is the same. Everything is different. Weather: "Andromeda" by Airospace soundcloud.com/spairoace or on Spotify Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Aug 1, 2017 • 22:28

Conversations with People Who Hate Me: Episode 1, You're a Piece of Sh*t

Conversations with People Who Hate Me: Episode 1, You're a Piece of Sh*t

A new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Dylan Marron makes popular social justice videos on the internet, so he gets a lot of hate messages. In the first episode of this podcast, he speaks with Chris, a man who called Dylan “a piece of sh*t”... among many other things. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app. Conversations with People Who Hate Me is a production of Night Vale Presents. Credits: Dylan Marron (creator, producer, host), Christy Gressman (executive producer), Vincent Ca

Jul 31, 2017 • 29:30

Bonus - An excerpt from the next Night Vale novel!

Bonus - An excerpt from the next Night Vale novel!

An excerpt from the audiobook of the second Welcome to Night Vale novel, IT DEVOURS!, narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Coming Oct 17, 2017. IT DEVOURS! is available now for presale (signed first editions available): welcometonightvale.com, click on books. "Ghost Stories" now available on iTunes and Bandcamp https://nightvale.bandcamp.com/album/ghost-stories-live Support the first ever PodCon coming to Seattle Dec 9-10 podcon.com Live Tours of "All Hail" in the US & Europe (Sept - Dec)

Jul 15, 2017 • 20:01

New Podcast Teaser: CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE WHO HATE ME

New Podcast Teaser: CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE WHO HATE ME

A brand new podcast from Dylan Marron (the voice of Carlos the Scientist) and Night Vale Presents: Conversations with People Who Hate Me.  Conversations with People Who Hate Me takes hateful conversations online and turns them into productive conversations offline. As a writer and video maker who focuses on social justice issues, Dylan Marron receives a lot of negative messages on the internet. In this new podcast he calls some of the folks who wrote them to ask one simple question: wh

Jul 11, 2017 • 3:31

Bonus - The Tragic Story of Louie Blasko

Bonus - The Tragic Story of Louie Blasko

Jason Webley as Louie Blasko in "Ghost Stories," now available on iTunes and Bandcamp. Announcements of Summer and Fall US Tours, plus Autumn Europe Tour. welcometonightvale.com, click on live shows. The second Welcome to Night Vale Novel "It Devours!" is available now for presale (signed first editions available)! http://www.welcometonightvale.com/books/ Support the first ever PodCon coming to Seattle Dec 9-10 podcon.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com.

Jul 1, 2017 • 9:58

110 - Matryoshka

110 - Matryoshka

There are glowing arrows in the sky. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: "Everyone I Know Will Die" by Four Eyes https://foureyesathens.bandcamp.com/ Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 15, 2017 • 33:01

109 - A Story About Huntokar

109 - A Story About Huntokar

This is a story about Huntokar. The voice of Huntokar is Tina Parker. Weather: "Full Metal Black" by The Royal They theroyalthey.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 1, 2017 • 22:08

Bonus - PodCon and the 2nd Imaginary Symphony

Bonus - PodCon and the 2nd Imaginary Symphony

A brand new podcast convention, by and for fans of podcasting. PodCon.com And don't miss the Orbiting Human Circus's between season, self-contained special presentation: The 2nd Imaginary Symphony. To hear the rest, subscribe to the Orbiting Human Circus wherever you listen to podcasts.

May 29, 2017 • 25:18

108 - Cal

108 - Cal

A visitor arrives from a different reality. Weather: "Robert Frost" by Mal Blum malblum.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

May 15, 2017 • 24:37

Bonus - Ghost Stories

Bonus - Ghost Stories

A bonus excerpt from our just released live recording Ghost Stories. Over two hours of brand new Night Vale. Available now at nightvale.bandcamp.com Or on iTunes, right here. See us live: http://www.welcometonightvale.com/live/

May 12, 2017 • 6:48

107 - The Missing Sky

107 - The Missing Sky

A faint popping can be heard below the earth. The voice of the Pamela Winchell was Desiree Burch. Weather: "The Ends and the Means" by Robby Hecht robbyhecht.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

May 1, 2017 • 25:55

106 - Filings

106 - Filings

The angels go to the Hall of Public Records. The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson. Weather: "All or Nothing" by The Dream Masons facebook.com/thedreammasons Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 15, 2017 • 24:36

105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House

105 - What Happened at the Smithwick House

Here's what happened at the Smithwick house. Weather: "You Cannot" by Erin McKeown erinmckeown.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 1, 2017 • 23:42

104 - The Hierarchy of Angels

104 - The Hierarchy of Angels

Let's start the news with something happy. Weather: "Qualified" by Sammus feat. Open Mike Eagle sammusmusic.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Mar 15, 2017 • 24:38

103 - Ash Beach

103 - Ash Beach

After a dozen years of restoration, Ash Beach has reopened. Weather: "Faded" by P.O.S doomtree.net/pos Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Mar 1, 2017 • 24:47

102 - Love Is a Shambling Thing

102 - Love Is a Shambling Thing

City Council has a renewed interest in love. Weather: "Listening to TPM" by Brook Pridemore. brookpridemore.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Feb 15, 2017 • 22:04

101 - Guidelines for Disposal

101 - Guidelines for Disposal

Mandatory Annual Spring Cleaning Day is coming. Here are the guidelines for the new municipal landfill facility. This episode was co-written with Brie Williams. Weather: "Letters" by Lera Lynn. leralynn.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Feb 1, 2017 • 23:18

28 - Summer Reading Program (R)

28 - Summer Reading Program (R)

The Library's Summer Reading Program has begun, sending the town into a panic. Plus, a tough new mandate from the City Council, a list of useful things, and changes afoot in the Freemasons. (episode originally released Aug 1, 2013) This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman. Weather: "New Mexico" by Carrie Elkin. carrieelkin.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Crano

Jan 15, 2017 • 25:48

39 - The Woman from Italy (R)

39 - The Woman from Italy (R)

A woman from Italy arrived in our town, and we're not quite sure what she wants or what she is doing to us with her presence. Plus, a local hardware store cracks down on the crowds of baristas outside their shop, an update on Khoshekh's kittens, and a look at traffic. Some additional material in this episode written by Glen David Gold. Weather: "White Limo" by The Felice Brothers. thefelicebrothers.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night V

Jan 1, 2017 • 24:19

100 - Toast

100 - Toast

Welcome to Night Vale's 100th Episode. A toast! The voices featured this episode are: Cecil Baldwin, James Urbaniak, Mara Wilson, Annie Savage, Mark Gagliardi, Emma Frankland, Meg Bashwiner, Jackson Publick, Kate Jones, Maureen Johnson, Erica Livingston, Christopher Loar, Kevin R. Free, Lauren Sharpe, Felicia Day, Marc Evan Jackson, Molly Quinn, Fred (the OS computer voice), Wil Wheaton, Symphony Sanders, Aliee Chan, Jasika Nicole, Desiree Burch, Retta, Hal Lublin, Dylan Marron, Jeffre

Dec 15, 2016 • 28:30

99 - Michigan

99 - Michigan

Station intern Kareem writes home and receives an unexpected reply. Weather: "Quiet Americans" by Shearwater (shearwatermusic.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Dec 1, 2016 • 24:56

98 - Flight

98 - Flight

It is Execution Day. Weather: "Icarus" by Sims (doomtree.net/sims) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Nov 15, 2016 • 24:18

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 3

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 3

Will the famed storytelling cricket (Tim Robbins) return? Plus, Charlie Day and Mary Elizabeth Ellis perform Shakespeare as you’ve never heard it and the janitor pushes host John Cameron to the very brink. Thanks to Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans and HelloFresh for supporting our podcast! Go to HelloFresh.com and use the code OHC to get $35 off your first week of deliveries, and check out Rocket Mortgage at QuickenLoans.com/OHC. In November 2016, the janitor will be cleaning a venue

Nov 9, 2016 • 27:39

97 - Josefina

97 - Josefina

A visit with an old friend. Plus, updates on Hiram, and changes to the subway. The voice of Old Woman Josie was Retta. Weather: "Everywhere" by Ex Hex (exhexband.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Nov 1, 2016 • 21:17

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 2 (The Cricket)

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 2 (The Cricket)

Hear Mandy Patinkin perform an extraordinary musicological demonstration and a cricket (Tim Robbins) spin the spellbinding tale of Ladislas Koskovsky. Plus, learn the remarkable history of Julian the janitor's famous great-grandfather. (NOTE: To continue listening to The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air), subscribe now via iTunes, Libsyn, Stitcher, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher.) Thanks to Audible and Atom Tickets for supporting the show! Get a free audiobook with a 30 day f

Oct 26, 2016 • 32:32

96 - Negotiations

96 - Negotiations

Negotiations with the dragons have begun. Plus the reopening of the Earth Sciences Department at the Community College, what we know and don't know, and a look at the Community Calendar. The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole. The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders. Weather: "A Trip Out" by British Sea Power (britishseapower.co.uk) Become a Night Vale Scout. Donations of any amount help keep this show free. Donate Now. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wi

Oct 15, 2016 • 22:35

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 1

The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air): Season One, Episode 1

Welcome to the world of The Orbiting Human Circus: discover the surreally impossible radio show broadcast from the top of the Eiffel Tower, meet the lonely janitor who longs to become part of it, and settle in for the chilling tale of Goolsby and Rue. (NOTE:To continue listening to The Orbiting Human Circus (of the Air), subscribe now via iTunes, Libsyn, Stitcher, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher.) Thanks to Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans and Atom Tickets for supporting the show! Downloa

Oct 12, 2016 • 27:33

New Podcast Teaser: THE ORBITING HUMAN CIRCUS (OF THE AIR)

New Podcast Teaser: THE ORBITING HUMAN CIRCUS (OF THE AIR)

A brand new podcast from Night Vale Presents, created by Julian Koster (Neutral Milk Hotel). Season One premieres on October 12. New episodes every other Wednesday through February 1, 2017. Subscribe now via iTunes or your favorite podcast player via orbitinghumancircus.libsyn.com. For more information, go to nightvalepresents.com. For Orbiting Human Circus tour dates: orbitinghumancircus.com

Oct 5, 2016 • 2:35

95 - Zookeeper

95 - Zookeeper

Zookeeper Joanna Rey brings some animals to the studio. Plus, an update on Old Woman Josie, dragons in town, and a look at traffic. The voice of Joanna Rey is Felicia Day. Weather: "Coffee" by Sylvan Esso (sylvanesso.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook

Oct 1, 2016 • 23:17

94 - All Right

94 - All Right

Everything is all right. Weather: "Plough" by Speedy Ortiz (speedyortiz.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Sep 15, 2016 • 22:57

93 - Big Sister

93 - Big Sister

New guests arrive in town. Plus, a bake sale the elementary school, the start of football season, and changes at the Night Vale chapter of the NRA. Weather: "Mary on a Wave" by Okkervil River (okkervilriver.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Sep 1, 2016 • 23:45

92 - If He Had Lived

92 - If He Had Lived

This week is National Alternate History Week. Plus an update on the Beatrix Lohman Memorial Meditation Zone, a warning from the National Weather Service, and Children's Fun Fact Science Corner. Weather: "Opposite House" by Cass McCombs (cassmccombs.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightV

Aug 15, 2016 • 24:02

91 - The 12:37

91 - The 12:37

The 12:37 train has arrived. Plus, a crowd gathers on Somerset and the return of Laser Tag. This episode was co-written with James Moran. Weather: "Windows" by Angel Olsen (angelolsen.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Aug 1, 2016 • 25:32

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #3

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #3

Cassette #3: Insomnia, Feet # NOTE: This is the last episode of Within the Wires that we will post on the Welcome to Night Vale feed. If you'd like to continue listening to all 10 episodes of this podcast, please subscribe now via iTunes or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher. Thanks to Club W for their support. Get $20 off and free shipping on your first order when you become a member. Go to clubw.com/wtw. Within the Wires T-Shirts and Posters are now available, withinthewires.com.

Jul 19, 2016 • 28:36

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #2

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #2

Anxiety, Stomach Within the Wires T-Shirts and Posters are now available, withinthewires.com. To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher. Music: Mary Epworth, maryepworth.com Written by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson. Performed by Janina Matthewson. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Part of the Night Vale Presents network. nightvalepresents.com

Jul 5, 2016 • 23:02

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #1

Within the Wires: Relaxation Cassette #1

Cassette 1 of 10: Stress, Shoulders Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free 30-day trial at audible.com/wtw To continue listening to Within the Wires, subscribe now via iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher. Music: Mary Epworth, maryepworth.com Written by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson. Performed by Janina Matthewson. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Part of the Night Vale Presents network. nightvalepresents.com

Jun 21, 2016 • 24:28

90 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 2

90 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 2

Who's a good boy? Who is it? Who is it? Weather: "The Queer Gospel" by Erin McKeown (erinmckeown.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 15, 2016 • 27:28

New Podcast Teaser: WITHIN THE WIRES

New Podcast Teaser: WITHIN THE WIRES

Within the Wires, a new serial fiction podcast from the team behind Welcome to Night Vale and Alice Isn't Dead. New episodes every other Tuesday from June 21 through October 25. Subscribe now on iTunes, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher: http://withinthewires.com Music: Mary Epworth, maryepworth.com Written by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson. Performed by Janina Matthewson. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Part of the Night Vale Presents network. nightvalepresents.com

Jun 8, 2016 • 1:51

Bonus Episode 7 - The Investigators on iTunes

Bonus Episode 7 - The Investigators on iTunes

A bonus clip featuring Wil Wheaton from our new live recording, The Investigators. The full album available for sale now on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-investigators-live/id1118089519 and still available at [nightvale.bandcamp.com](nightvale.bandcamp.com). More Info: welcometonightvale.com. Click on Live Shows for US and Europe Tour dates. You can also join our email list there if you like emails and lists. Follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook to stay up

Jun 3, 2016 • 7:35

89 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 1

89 - Who's a Good Boy? Part 1

Who's a good boy? Who is it? Who is it? Weather: "Plunder" by The Felice Brothers (thefelicebrothers.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 1, 2016 • 27:10

Bonus Episode 6 - The Investigators

Bonus Episode 6 - The Investigators

Clips from our new live recording, The Investigators, available for sale at [nightvale.bandcamp.com](nightvale.bandcamp.com). More Info: welcometonightvale.com. Click on Live Shows for US Tour dates. You can also join our email list. Follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook to stay up to date on news and weird jokes.

May 20, 2016 • 9:59

88 - Things Fall Apart

88 - Things Fall Apart

Things fall apart. Weather: "Palestine" by Sam Baker, featuring Carrie Elkin (sambakermusic.com) The voices of the automated phone tree were Erica Livingston & Christopher Loar. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. The voice of Sheriff Sam was Emma Frankland. The voice of Michelle Nguyen was Kate Jones. The voice of Intern Maureen was Maureen Johnson. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph F

May 15, 2016 • 26:10

87 - The Trial of Hiram McDaniels

87 - The Trial of Hiram McDaniels

It's the trial of the century. Weather: "Cocaine" by Holy Moly (cowpunkholymoly.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

May 1, 2016 • 25:54

86 - Standing and Breathing

86 - Standing and Breathing

They are not from here. The voice of Melony Pennington was Molly Quinn. Weather: "Well-dressed" by Hop Along (hopalongtheband.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 15, 2016 • 25:26

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 3: Nothing to See

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 3: Nothing to See

What was that sound in the trailer just now? NOTE: If you want to continue listening to this show, subscribe now to the ALICE ISN'T DEAD podcast feed. This is the final episode we will feature here on Welcome to Night Vale. (See subscription link below). Alice Isn't Dead t-shirts & posters now available in our store. To continue listening to Alice Isn't Dead, subscribe now at aliceisntdead.com. Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info. Written by Joseph Fink. Narrated by Jasika Nicole.

Apr 5, 2016 • 21:12

85 - The April Monologues

85 - The April Monologues

It is April, and, once again, something is different. The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson. The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: It varies, depending on where you are and when. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightV

Apr 1, 2016 • 24:22

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 2: Alice

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 2: Alice

What is happening in the town of Charlatan? Thanks to Squarespace for supporting our podcast. Get a free 2-week trial & 10% off at squarespace.com (offer code: DEAD). Alice Isn't Dead t-shirts & posters now available in our store. To continue listening to Alice Isn't Dead, subscribe now via iTunes, Libsyn, YouTube, Stitcher, or via RSS on your favorite podcatcher. Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info. Written by Joseph Fink. Narrated by Jasika Nicole. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwo

Mar 22, 2016 • 21:09

84 - Past Time

84 - Past Time

It's little league baseball season. Plus, an update from Hiram, an important new health study, and another edition of Hey There Cecil. The voices of Hiram McDaniels are Jackson Publick. Weather: "The River, The Woods" Astronautalis (astronautalis.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightVa

Mar 15, 2016 • 24:42

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 1: Omelet

Alice Isn't Dead Ep 1: Omelet

The first episode of our new serial fiction podcast. A conversation in a diner gets ugly. Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free 30 day trial at audible.com/dead. To continue listening to Alice Isn't Dead, subscribe now at aliceisntdead.com. Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info. Written by Joseph Fink. Narrated by Jasika Nicole. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Part of the Night Vale Presents network.

Mar 8, 2016 • 20:56

New Podcast Teaser: ALICE ISN'T DEAD

New Podcast Teaser: ALICE ISN'T DEAD

Alice Isn't Dead, a new serial fiction podcast from the team behind Welcome to Night Vale. Subscribe at aliceisntdead.com. Music & Production: Disparition, disparition.info. Written by Joseph Fink. Narrated by Jasika Nicole. Logo by Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Part of the Night Vale Presents network.

Mar 3, 2016 • 2:03

83 - One Normal Town

83 - One Normal Town

The town of Desert Bluffs is no more. Plus, an update from Paul Birmingham, a look at traffic, and changes afoot at the Ralphs. Weather: "The Sky Is Calling" by Kim Boekbinder (kimboekbinder.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Mar 1, 2016 • 23:17

82 - Skating Rink

82 - Skating Rink

Teddy Williams opens a new skating rink at the Arcade Fun Complex. Plus, a public announcement about flowers, an update on the strangers, and a phone call from the jailhouse. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. The voice of Hiram McDaniels was Jackson Publick. Weather: "Thinking of Milk" by Tristan Haze (tristanhaze.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor.

Feb 15, 2016 • 24:50

81 - After 3327

81 - After 3327

Night Vale High School’s AP Auto Shop teacher demonstrates some of his inventions at the Museum of Forbidden Technologies. Plus, a visit from an adorable puppy, an update on the Trial of the Century, and a look at the Community Calendar. The voice of Maureen was Maureen Johnson (www.maureenjohnsonbooks.com). Weather: "Table Song" by Katie Kuffel (www.katiekuffel.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written

Feb 1, 2016 • 24:58

13 - A Story About You. (R)

13 - A Story About You. (R)

You listen to a podcast. You check the episode description to see what is in store this time. It is a different kind of description than you are used to. You suspect the episode will be a different kind of episode than you are used to. You listen. (This episode originally posted December 15, 2012.) Weather: "Local Honey" by Al Riggs (alriggs.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & J

Jan 15, 2016 • 0:26

26 - Faceless Old Woman (R)

26 - Faceless Old Woman (R)

There is a faceless old woman secretly living in your home, and she has something she needs to say. Plus, former intern Dana is still alive and texting us from the forbidden Dog Park, Community Health Tips, and an update on the kittens. (This episode originally posted July 1, 2013.) Guest voice: Mara Wilson (marawilsonwritesstuff.com) Weather: "Black Doe" by Mary Epworth (maryepworth.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Prese

Jan 1, 2016 • 0:24

80 - A New Sheriff in Town

80 - A New Sheriff in Town

There's a new sheriff in Night Vale, and they want changes. Plus, Cecil runs into a former intern, the court develops some A.I. dragons, and a message about getting into the holiday spirit. Weather: "She Knows" by John Fullbright, johnfullbrightmusic.com/ Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @Nigh

Dec 15, 2015 • 25:25

79 - Lost in the Mail

79 - Lost in the Mail

It's Remembrance Day, which means it's time for us to honor those who will someday be lost in the Blood Space War with the most solemn event possible: a fun parade! Also we hear from one young Night Vale citizen whose life has already been changed forever by this future war. This episode was co-written with Zack Parsons. The voice of Basimah was Aliee Chan. Weather: "Sharon" by Good San Juan (goodsanjuan.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilso

Dec 1, 2015 • 24:06

78 - Cooking Stuff: Thanksgiving Special

78 - Cooking Stuff: Thanksgiving Special

Spice up that stuffy old stuffing with a Thanksgiving edition of 'Cooking Stuff with Earl Harlan.' The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton. The voice of Deb was Meg Bashwiner. Weather: "Autumn's Echo" by Stripmall Architecture (stripmallarchitecture.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @Ni

Nov 15, 2015 • 23:24

77 - A Stranger

77 - A Stranger

A stranger's presence disturbs the radio station. Plus, an appeal for support from the mayor, another edition of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and a look at the community calendar. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. Weather: "Meet You at the Gate" by Jayne Trimble (jaynetrimble.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: wel

Oct 31, 2015 • 25:36

76 - An Epilogue

76 - An Epilogue

In just a few days the whole story will be known. This is what happens after. Weather: "Endless Dream" by God Is An Astronaut (godisanastronaut.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Oct 15, 2015 • 26:16

75 - Through the Narrow Place

75 - Through the Narrow Place

It's time for Night Vale's annual marathon. Plus, economic turmoil in Desert Bluffs, horoscopes, and another edition of "Hey There, Cecil." Weather: "Black Eyes" by David Wirsig (davidwirsig.bandcamp.com) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, a

Oct 1, 2015 • 26:17

74 - Civic Changes

74 - Civic Changes

The city council makes an announcement about the dog park. Plus, the start of the new high school football season and an update on the hole in the vacant lot. The voice of John Peters is Mark Gagliardi. The voice of Pamela Winchell is Desiree Burch. Weather: "I Love You Oddly" by Rebecca Angel (rebeccaangel.bandcamp.com) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Val

Sep 15, 2015 • 23:28

73 - Triptych

73 - Triptych

There seems to be something wrong with the broadcast signal. Do you hear that? Weather: "The Heroine" by Unwoman (unwoman.com) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Sep 1, 2015 • 24:43

72 - Well of Night

72 - Well of Night

Chanting dancers keep the town up all night. Plus, a seance at Dark Owl Records, traffic congestion in downtown, and a fireworks spectacular. Weather: "Children of God" by Andrew Jackson Jihad (andrewjacksonjihad.com) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonig

Aug 15, 2015 • 22:36

71 - The Registry of Middle School Crushes

71 - The Registry of Middle School Crushes

A heist is planned. Plus the answer to last week's quiz and news about The Trial of the Century. Weather: "My Postcard" by Toys and Tiny Instruments (toysandtinyinstruments.bandcamp.com) Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightVa

Aug 1, 2015 • 26:27

Bonus Episode 5 - Excerpt from the novel

Bonus Episode 5 - Excerpt from the novel

An excerpt from the audiobook of the Welcome to Night Vale novel, narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Order WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE: A NOVEL: welcometonightvale.com, click on books. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Book Cover Design: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jul 15, 2015 • 24:35

Bonus Episode 4 - Pamela Winchell

Bonus Episode 4 - Pamela Winchell

An excerpt from our new touring live show "The Investigators," featuring Cecil Baldwin and Desiree Burch as former mayor Pamela Winchell. Get the entire "The Investigators" album (and other live shows) at nightvale.bandcamp.com The voice of Pamela Winchell is Desiree Burch. Night Vale Tour Dates, Books & More: welcometonightvale.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey

Jul 1, 2015 • 8:55

70B - Review

70B - Review

A review of opening night at the new Old Night Vale Opera House. Weather: "Align" by Aby Wolf (abywolf.bandcamp.com). Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 15, 2015 • 29:11

70A - Taking Off

70A - Taking Off

It's the first broadcast of a new radio station in a desert otherworld. Plus, a huge research project reaches its conclusion. The voice of Kevin is Kevin R. Free. The voice of Carlos is Dylan Marron. Weather: "Pyramid" by Jason Webley (jasonwebley.com). Music: Disparition, disparition.info and Joseph Fink. Logo: Soren Melville. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @Nig

Jun 15, 2015 • 25:18

69 - Fashion Week

69 - Fashion Week

It's Fashion Week, Night Vale's hippest event. Who will be spared from the sphere? Plus, ongoing investigations into the disappearances at the Shambling Orphan housing development, an update on the opera house, and an important News announcement. Weather: "Evelyn" by Kim Tillman & Silent Films (thekimtillman.com & silent films) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Crano

Jun 1, 2015 • 24:21

68 - Faceless Old Women

68 - Faceless Old Women

The Sheriff's Secret Police track down a fugitive. Plus, stories from vacation, some progress at the new Old Night Vale Opera House, and another edition of "Hey There, Cecil." Weather: "Matches" by Sifu Hotman (sifuhotman.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitte

May 15, 2015 • 25:34

67 - [Best Of?]

67 - [Best Of?]

A look back at some of the best Cecil broadcasts we have never heard before. Weather: "When Can I Say That I Love You" by Kyle Fleming (soundcloud.com/kyle-fleming-7) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

May 1, 2015 • 26:52

66 - worms...

66 - worms...

The worms have returned to Night Vale. Plus a new Book Club in town, spring Little League baseball tryouts, and an update on the search for two fugitives. The voice of the Faceless Old Woman was Mara Wilson. Weather: "Little Black Star" by Hurray for the Riff Raff (hurrayfortheriffraff.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com

Apr 15, 2015 • 24:07

65 - Voicemail

65 - Voicemail

You have reached the voicemail of Cecil Gershwin Palmer. Weather: "Tag!" by Scarves (scarvesmusic.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 1, 2015 • 21:31

64 - WE MUST GIVE PRAISE

64 - WE MUST GIVE PRAISE

The president of the School Board confronts critics of the school district's five-year strategic plan. Plus, the hunt for two fugitives, some fun events on the community calendar, and a look at financial news. Weather: "True Trans Soul Rebel" by Against Me! (againstme.net) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @Nigh

Mar 15, 2015 • 25:22

Bonus Episode 3 - "The Librarian" Horoscopes

Bonus Episode 3 - "The Librarian" Horoscopes

An excerpt from our recorded live show, "The Librarian," recorded live on January 16, 2015 at Skirball Center, New York, NY. The complete recording is available at nightvale.bandcamp.com, for whatever you think over 90 minutes of new Night Vale content is worth, and at iTunes (search: Night Vale). Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Commonplace Books. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info:

Mar 12, 2015 • 7:22

63 - There Is No Part 1: Part 2

63 - There Is No Part 1: Part 2

An exciting conclusion to the day-long Sand Golem saga at City Hall. Plus, repairs at the bowling alley, Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and who won that auction? Weather: "Heel Turn 2" by The Mountain Goats (mountain-goats.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or

Mar 1, 2015 • 29:05

62 - Hatchets

62 - Hatchets

Night Vale Daily Journal editor Leann Hart announces changes at the newspaper, while continuing a successful execution of her most controversial business plan. Plus, a station editorial, a look at local traffic, and a parade for a local sports hero. Weather: "Anarchy Date" by Queer Rocket (queerrocket.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcom

Feb 15, 2015 • 30:32

61 - BRINY DEPTHS

61 - BRINY DEPTHS

A vague yet menacing government agency needs a special message delivered. Plus, Cooking Stuff with Earl Harlan, a mysterious thank-you card, and strange goings on near the haunted baseball diamond. The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton. Weather: "The Bends" by Doomtree (doomtree.net) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and

Feb 1, 2015 • 28:38

60 - Water Failure

60 - Water Failure

The water isn't working at the radio station, which is super annoying. Oh, also it seems the sun is multiplying. Plus, a college football update, a request for some time off, and controversy with the local TV news. The voice of the phone tree was Erica Livingston and Christopher Loar. The voice of Lacy was Flor De Liz Perez. Weather: "Just Like My Heart" by Fault Lines (wearefaultlines.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night

Jan 15, 2015 • 27:38

59 - Antiques

59 - Antiques

The Antiques have escaped from the Antiques Mall. Plus, a very scientific update from afar, new management at StrexCorp, and the return of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "State of Mine" by Stöj Snak (music.stojsnak.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, a

Jan 1, 2015 • 30:18

58 - Monolith

58 - Monolith

A stone monolith appears overnight in front of City Hall. Plus, a former high school quarterback playing college football, opening ceremonies at the Drawbridge, and updates from the desert otherworld. Weather: "Anything I Want You To" by The Rizzos (therizzos.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com,

Dec 15, 2014 • 30:26

57 - The List

57 - The List

Do you remember that list you were given to memorize? You should have memorized that list exactly. Plus, a finding in the desert, what is opera, and meatless mondays. Weather: "Upside Down World" by Paisley Rae (soundcloud.com/paisley-rae) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twi

Dec 1, 2014 • 28:31

Bonus Episode 2 - What of the Sea?

Bonus Episode 2 - What of the Sea?

A letter arrives with a strange inscription. This episode was co-written with Marta Rainer. Weather: "Ruins" by Morteth (youtube.com/user/Morteth666) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Nov 15, 2014 • 19:25

Bonus Episode 1 - Minutes

Bonus Episode 1 - Minutes

A reading of the minutes from the Night Vale Community College Faculty Meeting. This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman Weather: "Home" by Theo Adler (soundcloud.com/theoadler) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Nov 1, 2014 • 28:40

56 - Homecoming

56 - Homecoming

An athletic scandal threatens the annual Night Vale High School Homecoming Game. Plus, a seismological update and a new cooking segment with an old friend. The voice of Earl Harlan was Wil Wheaton. Weather: "Understood" by Y.R Generation (yrgeneration.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and fo

Oct 15, 2014 • 28:34

55 - The University of What It Is

55 - The University of What It Is

A representative from the University of What It Is calls the station to find a missing colleague. Plus, an update on the cats, the Barista Cultural Fair, and corrections. Weather: "Catfish" by Waxahatchee (waxahatcheemusic.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Oct 1, 2014 • 28:20

54 - A Carnival Comes to Town

54 - A Carnival Comes to Town

A carnival comes to town. Plus the Cleaning of Books, breaking ground at the new old Opera House, and an intern returns... again. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "Bremen" by PigPen Theatre Co (pigpentheatre.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Face

Sep 15, 2014 • 28:45

53 - The September Monologues

53 - The September Monologues

It is September, and something is different. The voice of The Faceless Old Woman is Mara Wilson. The voice of Michelle Nguyen is Kate Jones. The voice of Steve Carlsberg is Hal Lublin. Weather: It varies, depending on where you are and when. Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio o

Sep 1, 2014 • 22:51

52 - The Retirement of Pamela Winchell

52 - The Retirement of Pamela Winchell

Mayor Pamela Winchell enjoys her retirement from politics, but she's being offered a new job. Plus, renovations at the bowling alley, updates from the desert otherworld, and a review of the new restaurant Tourniquet. Weather: "Here I Land" by Nicholas Stevenson (nicholasstevenson.co.uk) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, an

Aug 15, 2014 • 30:43

51 - Rumbling

51 - Rumbling

Carlos reports on strange developments in the otherworld desert. Plus new announcements from a new mayor, a look at horoscopes, and a message from Desert Bluffs. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "Echo in the Hills" by Carrie Elkin and Danny Schmidt(carrieelkin.com and dannyschmidt.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More I

Jul 30, 2014 • 27:03

50 - Capital Campaign

50 - Capital Campaign

The Night Vale Community College begins a capital campaign to fund a new science center. Tourniquet hires a new sous chef, inauguration day for the new mayor, and an update from the otherworld desert. This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman. Weather: "Ghost Story" by Charming Disaster (charmingdisaster.bandcamp.com) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin.

Jul 15, 2014 • 28:10

49 - Old Oak Doors Part B

49 - Old Oak Doors Part B

Night Vale begins its revolt against StrexCorp, and old oak doors are opening all over town. Good things are coming through. Terrible things are coming through. Also there's a mayoral election. Second of a two-part episode. This episode was recorded live at The Town Hall in NYC on June 4, 2014. Guest Voices (part 2): Hal Lublin, Kevin R. Free, Jasika Nicole, Symphony Sanders, Dylan Marron, Jackson Publick, and Mara Wilson Weather: “Call Off Your Ghost” by Dessa, featuring Aby Wolf an

Jul 1, 2014 • 43:22

49 - Old Oak Doors Part A

49 - Old Oak Doors Part A

Night Vale begins its revolt against StrexCorp, and old oak doors are opening all over town. Good things are coming through. Terrible things are coming through. Also there's a mayoral election. First of a two-part episode. This episode was recorded live at The Town Hall in NYC on June 4, 2014. Guest Voices (part A): Meg Bashwiner, Lauren Sharpe, Kevin R. Free, Jackson Publick, Mara Wilson, Symphony Sanders, Jasika Nicole, Dylan Marron, Mark Gagliardi, and Maureen Johnson Live Music: Disparition,

Jun 15, 2014 • 39:55

48 - Renovations

48 - Renovations

StrexCorp begins massive renovations on the radio station and all of Night Vale. Plus, updates from the Company Picnic of Indeterminate Length, free floating cats for anyone who wants them, and a strange new art print. The voice of Lauren Mallard was Lauren Sharpe. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. Weather: "High Tide Rising" by Fox, foxtheband.bandcamp.com. Music: Joseph Fink and Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presen

Jun 1, 2014 • 25:01

47 - Company Picnic

47 - Company Picnic

Good news for the Greater Desert Bluffs Metropolitan Area: StrexCorp is hosting its first ever Company Picnic. It is a fun, cheerful, mandatory event. Plus, an update on the troubling-making scientists, the election we cannot stop, and praise to a Smiling God. The voice of Lauren Mallard was Lauren Sharpe. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. Weather: "Stupid" by Brendan Maclean, brendanmaclean.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produc

May 15, 2014 • 20:33

46 - Parade Day

46 - Parade Day

It's Parade Day in Night Vale. It's totally just a parade and not a subterfuge for any kind of insurgency or revolt against a corpocratic regime. Plus, strange doors appearing all over town and an update from Carlos about the house that does not exist. The voice of Carlos was Dylan Marron. Weather: "Take Up Your Spade" by Sara Watkins, sarawatkins.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cran

May 1, 2014 • 29:16

45 - A Story About Them

45 - A Story About Them

The title of this episode seems familiar to you. Weather: "Pretty Little Head" by Eliza Rickman, elizarickman.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 15, 2014 • 30:46

44 - Cookies

44 - Cookies

It's Girl Scout cookies time in Night Vale. Plus, an updates from Khoshekh and Dana, a safety announcement from the Highway Department, and a magnanimous gesture from station management. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. The voice of Lauren was Lauren Sharpe. Weather: "Haunted" by Maya Kern, mayakern.bandcamp.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by C

Apr 1, 2014 • 24:06

43 - Visitor

43 - Visitor

An adorable new visitor makes its way into the radio studio. Plus, controversy in the mayoral race, an update on the house that doesn’t exists, and a look the community calendar. The voice of Kevin was Kevin R. Free. Weather: "Cover Me Up" by Jason Isbell, jasonisbell.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.co

Mar 15, 2014 • 28:24

42 - Numbers

42 - Numbers

Some strange new developments at the local numbers station, WZZZ. Plus, an update on former intern Dana, tips on how to get out of a geographical loop, and constant press conferences from outgoing mayor Pamela Winchell. The voice of Fey was Molly Quinn. Weather: "Keep It Coming" by Senim Silla, senimsilla.bandcamp.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by

Mar 1, 2014 • 28:39

41 - WALK

41 - WALK

Walk signals are malfunctioning all over town. Plus, updates from former intern Dana and a look at the Community Calendar. The voice of Dana was Jasika Nicole. Weather: "What Have They Done to You Now" by Daniel Knox, danielknox.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter

Feb 15, 2014 • 24:47

40 - The Deft Bowman

40 - The Deft Bowman

The Telephone Service finally fixes the only telephone booth in town, and a submarine arrives from faraway Nulogorsk. Plus, a new campaign from the Tourism Board, we meet our station's newest program director, and strange texts from a mountaintop, if you can believe that. This episode was co-written with Zack Parsons. The voice of Lauren Mallard was Lauren Sharpe. Weather: "Offering" by Black City Lights. blackcitylights.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwil

Feb 1, 2014 • 28:04

39 - The Woman from Italy

39 - The Woman from Italy

A woman from Italy arrived in our town, and we're not quite sure what she wants or what she is doing to us with her presence. Plus, a local hardware store cracks down on the crowds of baristas outside their shop, an update on Khoshekh's kittens, and a look at traffic. Some additional material in this episode written by Glen David Gold Weather: "Penn Station" by The Felice Brothers. thefelicebrothers.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produc

Jan 15, 2014 • 25:10

38 - Orange Grove

38 - Orange Grove

John Peters - you know the farmer? - had a huge, healthy orange crop this year. But Carlos grows skeptical about a sudden orange grove in the desert. Plus, the City Council tries to get out of town, and an important correction to a previous story. Weather: "Black White and Red" by Emrys Cronin. soundcloud.com/emrys-cronin Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Mor

Jan 1, 2014 • 25:34

37 - The Auction

37 - The Auction

The Sheriff's Secret Police are holding their annual auction of seized property, and our favorite community radio host finds Lot 37 particularly interesting. Plus a new challenger for the mayoral title and some great advice for toddlers. This episode was co-written with Glen David Gold. Weather: "Absentee" by Jack Campbell, jackcampbell.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink &am

Dec 15, 2013 • 28:01

36 - Missing

36 - Missing

An urgent call to all listeners as 13-year-old Tamika Flynn has gone missing. Plus another edition of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, breaking traffic news, and the Community Calendar. Weather: "Peanuts" by Sam 'n Ash, http://samnash.bandcamp.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightVa

Dec 1, 2013 • 27:52

35 - Lazy Day

35 - Lazy Day

It's a totally lazy day in Night Vale. Feeling really tired. Increasingly tired. Here's some news, I guess: updates on the Summer Reading Program, the Brown Stone Spire, and a delicious new cereal on the market. Just so lazy. Everything slowing down. Weather: "Mijn Manier" by Brainpower, youtube.com/mcbrainpower. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil B

Nov 15, 2013 • 27:48

34 - A Beautiful Dream

34 - A Beautiful Dream

The Wallaby family successfully lobbies the School Board to finally allow a computer in school to help their daughter Megan. Plus, a concert from Dark Owl Records and Amnesty Day at the public library. This episode was co-written with Zack Parsons. Weather: “Better Go!” by Mal Blum http://www.malblum.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin.

Nov 1, 2013 • 27:53

33 - Cassette

33 - Cassette

Cecil finds an old cassette tape of himself at age 15, and he is surprised at what it contains. Plus, a new exhibit at the Museum of Forbidden Technologies, Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and an important message from new station management. Weather: "Big Houses" by Squalloscope, squalloscope.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometon

Oct 15, 2013 • 27:01

32 - Yellow Helicopters

32 - Yellow Helicopters

There are strange new helicopters above Night Vale, different than the other helicopters that regularly hover over town. Plus, Community Health Tips, surgery for NVHS's starting quarterback, and a message from Hiram McDaniels. Guest voice: Jackson Publick Weather: "Palabras de papel" by Nelson Poblete, nelsonpoblete.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated b

Oct 1, 2013 • 27:05

31 - A Blinking Light up on the Mountain

31 - A Blinking Light up on the Mountain

There's a blinking light up on the mountain, which challenges our belief in mountains. Plus, a controversial new television show and a message from the faceless old woman who secretly lives in your home. Guest voice: Mara Wilson, marawilsonwritesstuff.com Weather: "Never Be Famous" by Hussalonia, hussalonia.bandcamp.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. M

Sep 15, 2013 • 22:54

30 - Dana

30 - Dana

Intern Dana finds a way out of the Dog Park but can't quite figure out where it leads. Plus, a look at opening weekend of football season, helpful tips on adopting a dog from the SPCA, and Carlos visits the house that doesn't exist. Guest voice: Jasika Nicole. Weather: "The Lethal Temptress" by The Mendoza Line, http://misrarecords.com/artists/the-mendoza-line Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, robwilsonwork.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Josep

Sep 1, 2013 • 24:21

29 - Subway

29 - Subway

An entire subway system appears suddenly in Night Vale, and the City Council is excited by the possibilities. Plus, tips for organ donors, a look into financial news, and a popular new service in town. This episode was co-written with Russel Swensen. Weather: "Poor in Love" by Destroyer, mergerecords.com/artists/destroyer Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil

Aug 15, 2013 • 27:34

28 - Summer Reading Program

28 - Summer Reading Program

The Library's Summer Reading Program has begun, sending the town into a panic. Plus, a tough new mandate from the City Council, a list of useful things, and changes afoot in the Freemasons. This episode was co-written with Ashley Lierman. Weather: “You and I Belong” by Simone Felice. Find out more at simonefelice.com. Music: Disparition, disparition.info. Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com. Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil

Aug 1, 2013 • 24:10

27 - First Date

27 - First Date

Cecil tries to convey the important news of the day, including delivery of some mysterious crates in the desert, a new library expansion, and the annual Bluegrass Festival, but he has a more pressing issue on his mind. Weather: "Team the Best Team" by Doom Tree, doomtree.net Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and f

Jul 15, 2013 • 30:00

26 - Faceless Old Woman

26 - Faceless Old Woman

There is a faceless old woman secretly living in your home, and she has something she needs to say. Plus, former intern Dana is still alive and texting us from the forbidden Dog Park, Community Health Tips, and an update on the kittens. Guest voice: Mara Wilson (marawilsonwritesstuff.com) Weather: "Long Gone" by Mary Epworth, maryepworth.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by

Jul 1, 2013 • 23:46

25 - One Year Later

25 - One Year Later

It has been one year since the first episode. One year since strange things began underneath lane five of the Desert Flower Bowling Alley and Arcade Fun Complex. One year since the arrival of Night Vale's most beautiful person: Carlos. Weather: "Sunday Morning Stasis" by Joseph Fink Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow

Jun 15, 2013 • 30:58

24 - The Mayor

24 - The Mayor

The Mayor has gone missing. Plus, Night Vale Community Theater presents Once on this Island, the return of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and an update on the Apache Tracker. Weather: "Biblical Violence" by Hella. hella.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jun 1, 2013 • 27:32

23 - Eternal Scouts

23 - Eternal Scouts

Two Night Vale Boy Scouts become the first to ever achieve the rank of Eternal Scout. Plus, an update on the floating cat, changes in who gets to die, and a recruitment drive for a vague yet menacing government agency. Weather: "Too Much Time" by John Vanderslice. johnvanderslice.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follo

May 15, 2013 • 24:32

22 - The Whispering Forest

22 - The Whispering Forest

A beautiful and alluring forest suddenly appears just outside of town. Plus, school closings, a dream journal mandate, and a moon exhibit at the Children's Science Museum. Weather: "Winifred" by Seth Boyer. sethboyer.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

May 1, 2013 • 25:53

21 - A Memory of Europe

21 - A Memory of Europe

Springtime brings with it pleasant memories of a long ago trip to Europe. Plus, exciting news about the end of the world and important information about spiders. Weather: "Sni Bong" by Dengue Fever. denguefevermusic.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Apr 15, 2013 • 29:21

20 - Poetry Week

20 - Poetry Week

It's Poetry Week in Night Vale and folks get a look at a place that should never be seen. Plus, strange new billboards about town and renovations completed at the Night Vale Zoo. This week's episode features writing contributions from: Trilety Wade, Russel Swenson, Vanessa Irena, Katherine Ciel, Erika Paschold, and Danielle DuBois Weather: "Get Me Home" by Robin Aigner. robinaigner.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Va

Apr 1, 2013 • 29:20

19B - The Sandstorm

19B - The Sandstorm

A dangerous sandstorm threatens Desert Bluffs. Plus, baseball opening day, a look at financial news, and Kevin finds himself in a strange new place. Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry Cardozo and Ron Fink, and performed by The Ventura Klezmer Band venturaklezmerband.com Music: Joseph Fink Logo: Sarah Melville, sleepingbasiliskdesign.blogspot.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Kevin R. Free. More Info: welcometonightv

Mar 15, 2013 • 24:12

19A - The Sandstorm

19A - The Sandstorm

A dangerous sandstorm threatens Night Vale. Plus, baseball opening day, a look at financial news, and Cecil finds himself in a strange new place. Weather: "Eliezer's Waltz" composed by Larry Cardozo and Ron Fink, and performed by Disparition. Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter

Mar 15, 2013 • 25:13

18 - The Traveler

18 - The Traveler

A traveler arrives in Night Vale. What does he want? Why has Jerry's Tacos returned? Plus, the mayor calls an emergency press conference, another round of corrections, and a look at the community calendar. The lead story in this episode was contributed by Zack Parsons. Find out more about Zack's novel, LIMINIAL STATES, at liminalstates.com. Weather: "Jews for Jesus Blues" by Clem Snide clemsnide.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Nigh

Mar 1, 2013 • 25:10

17 - Valentine

17 - Valentine

Emergency crews are on hand to help cleanup the aftermath of the worst Valentine's Days in recent memories. Plus, important schedule changes at the Night Vale Airport, the City Council votes to choose an official town language, and updates on the Post Office. Weather: "Neptune's Jewels" by Mystic. thatgirlmystic.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin

Feb 15, 2013 • 25:29

16 - The Phone Call

16 - The Phone Call

Cecil receives a cryptic phone call from someone who is very close. Plus, a new business plan at the Daily Journal, an important list from the Sheriff's Secret Police, and improvements at the public library. Weather: "Those Days Are Gone and My Heart is Breaking" by Barton Carroll. bartoncarroll.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welc

Feb 1, 2013 • 24:41

15 - Street Cleaning Day

15 - Street Cleaning Day

Today is Street Cleaning Day, and the street cleaners will soon be upon us. Remain calm, and run away screaming. Plus, new music trends from Dark Owl Records, the crackdown on wheat & wheat by-product speakeasies, and we take a look at clouds. Weather: “Absolute Lithops Effect” by Carrie Elkin http://carrieelkin.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Bal

Jan 15, 2013 • 22:45

14 - The Man in the Tan Jacket

14 - The Man in the Tan Jacket

A stranger comes to town with a briefcase and an unmemorable face. Plus, controversy with the Daily Journal, another segment of Children's Fun Fact Science Corner, and new security footage from the bowling alley. Weather: "Movement 1: Invocation of the Duke" by daKAH Hip Hop Orchestra. myspace.com/dakah Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonigh

Jan 1, 2013 • 24:06

13 - A Story About You.

13 - A Story About You.

You listen to a podcast. You check the episode description to see what is in store this time. It is a different kind of description than you are used to. You suspect the episode will be a different kind of episode than you are used to. You listen. Weather: "You Don't Know" by Mount Moon. mountmoon.bandcamp.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More

Dec 15, 2012 • 25:48

12 - The Candidate

12 - The Candidate

The search for a dangerous fugitive finally comes to an end, but he's gaining some unexpected popularity. Plus, what to do about those noisy sunsets, City Council rejects "breath entitlements," and more issues with Santa Claus at the Night Vale mall. Weather: "The Brightness" by Anais Mitchell. anaismitchell.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. Mo

Dec 1, 2012 • 23:21

11 - Wheat & Wheat By-Products

11 - Wheat & Wheat By-Products

An important announcement from the Night Vale Council for Commerce to regularly consume wheat & wheat by-products. Plus, the dangers of discount bloodstones, property taxes going up, and changes afoot in our health insurance policies! Weather: "Cigarette Burns Forever" by Adam Green. adamgreen.info Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: w

Nov 15, 2012 • 22:06

10 - Feral Dogs

10 - Feral Dogs

A roving pack of feral dogs terrorizes Night Vale. Plus, a new installment of Community Health Tips, the Fireperson Appreciation Parade, and free admission day at the Museum of Forbidden Technologies! Weather: "i Know This:" by Rachel Kann. rachelkann.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRad

Nov 1, 2012 • 24:37

9 - "PYRAMID"

9 - "PYRAMID"

A large, philosophical pyramid appears in town, announcing several messages, but is it what it seems? Plus, best practices for regular skin-checks, an update on the levitating cat, and whatever happened to that vile barber? Weather: "Last Song" by Jason Webley. jasonwebley.com The messages from the pyramid were written by special contributor Regis Lacher (@regisl) Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph

Oct 15, 2012 • 23:51

8 - The Lights in Radon Canyon

8 - The Lights in Radon Canyon

Mysterious lights and sounds are coming from Radon Canyon. Plus, tips on how to win the town lottery, our newest (incorporeal) School Board member, and the abandoned mineshaft finally gets HBO! Weather: "This Too Shall Pass" by Danny Schmidt. dannyschmidt.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightVale

Oct 1, 2012 • 23:56

7 - History Week

7 - History Week

Learn about the storied history of Night Vale during this special week's celebration. Plus, psychological assaults on tourists, highway construction announcements, and metal detectors in schools! Weather: "Despite What You've Been Told" by Two Gallants, twogallants.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow

Sep 15, 2012 • 24:36

6 - The Drawbridge

6 - The Drawbridge

The city faces extensive delays in the revitalization of the Old Town Drawbridge. Plus, time for another pledge drive, changes afoot at the Night Vale Daily Journal, and good news for radio controlled airplane hobbyists! Weather: "Aye" by Dio, diomusic.nl Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadi

Sep 1, 2012 • 23:04

5 - The Shape in Grove Park

5 - The Shape in Grove Park

A protest against the removal of the Shape In Grove Park That No One Acknowledges Or Speaks About. Plus, changes to the school curriculum, a growing tarantula problem in town, and musical auditions! Weather: "Jerusalem" by Dan Bern, danbern.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitte

Aug 15, 2012 • 21:10

4 - PTA Meeting

4 - PTA Meeting

Last night's PTA meeting accidentally opens a rift in spacetime, and Night Vale faces the consequences. Plus, changes afoot at the Night Vale Daily Journal, controversy at Radon Canyon, and our annual high school football preview! Weather: "Closer" by The Tiny, thetiny.net Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and fol

Aug 1, 2012 • 23:17

3 - Station Management

3 - Station Management

It's contract renewal time with station management, and negotiations get tricky. Plus, a new city litter initiative, books stop working, and a creeping fear comes to town! Weather: "Bill & Annie" by Chuck Brodsky, chuckbrodsky.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Faceb

Jul 15, 2012 • 20:56

2 - Glow Cloud

2 - Glow Cloud

A mysterious, glowing cloud makes its way across Night Vale. Plus, new Boy Scouts hierarchy, community events calendar, and a PTA bake sale for a great cause! Weather: "The Bus is Late" by Satellite High, satellite-high.com Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitter or Facebook.

Jul 1, 2012 • 20:20

1 - Pilot

1 - Pilot

Pilot Episode. A new dog park opens in Night Vale. Carlos, a scientist, visits and discovers some interesting things. Seismic things. Plus, a helpful guide to surveillance helicopter-spotting. Weather: "These and More Than These" by Joseph Fink Music: Disparition, disparition.info Logo: Rob Wilson, silastom.com Produced by Night Vale Presents. Written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. Narrated by Cecil Baldwin. More Info: welcometonightvale.com, and follow @NightValeRadio on Twitte

Jun 15, 2012 • 21:02

New to Night Vale? Start here!

New to Night Vale? Start here!

We know that over 100 episodes can seem a little intimidating, so here's a short introduction to the show and some suggestions on getting into it.  For a text version of this guide, and a list of some of our favorite episodes, head over here: welcometonightvale.com/listen

Jun 1, 2012 • 1:08

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