Show Notes
This week’s episode is all about suspending your disbelief! Whether you're dressed for a Renaissance Fair or watching a magician and their assistant on stage. A Lady Knight by in Kryal Castle by Persephone Waxman In our first story, you will follow the Knight, Lady Molly, into the heat of battle just 10 minutes outside the Ballarat CBD in Victoria. Produced by Persephone Waxman alongside Supervising Producer is Mark Yin. $5 Magic Show by Mel Bakewell With just a recorder and $5, Mel Bakewell will not actually pull a rabbit out of a hat, but instead a story of magic in Adelaide. Produced by Mel Bakewell If you love audio stories, the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship 2026 is now open until November 18. That's next week! An opportunity to take a deep dive into a story idea you are passionate about for six months, with access to mentors and a range of workshops related to all things audiocraft. All The Best Credits: - Host: Kwame Slusher - Executive Producer: Melanie Bakewell - Community Coordinator: Patrick McKenzie - Theme Music composed by Shining Bird - Cover Art: Ray Vo - A Special shout-out to our volunteers: Sue, Sharon, Lindsey, Andrew, Ash, and Emma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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