Monstrous Agonies

Travelling Light Trailer

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Travelling Light is a science fantasy podcast from the creator of Monstrous Agonies. Follow the Traveller on their journey through the stars as they c...

Travelling Light Teaser

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Travelling Light is a new science fantasy podcast from Monstrous Productions. Listen and subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts.For a full trans...

Season 3 Q&A - Part Two

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second half of the end of season Q&A session for Season Three.Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/seaso...

Season 3 Q&A - Part One

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first half of the end of season Q&A session for Season Three. The second half will be posted next week.Transcript available at monstro...

M.A. Presents: How to End Your Podcast

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to Make a Podcast features the voices of H.R. Owen, Dom Guilfoyle, Elizabeth Plant and Sophie B.Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode One Hundred and Eleven - The Final Episode

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener feeling conflicted about a new pastime; how to bridge a communication gap; and...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous...

Episode One Hundred and Ten

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener trying to handle sudden changes in their relationship; and someone finding it hard to communicate...Transcript available at monstrousproduc...

Episode One Hundred and Nine

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Overcoming obstacles in one's career; and a listener trying to protect their privacy...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agon...

Episode One Hundred and Eight

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener concerned about their public image; and how to handle difficult emotions around transformation...Transcript available at monstrousproductio...

Episode One Hundred and Seven

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pushing back against cultural expectations; and a listener facing some work/life challenges...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstro...

Episode One Hundred and Six

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to handle an unexpected guest; and a listener feeling disconnected from their family...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-...

Episode One Hundred and Five

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener worried about parenting choices in the family; and how to handle changes in creature culture...Transcript available at monstrousproductions...

Episode One Hundred and Four

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener feeling let down by their family; and some advice for the current financial climate...Transcript available at www.monstrousagonies.co.uk/po...

Episode One Hundred and Three

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to handle mistaken identity; and helping a loved one take magical matters more seriously...Transcript available at www.monstrousagonies.co.uk/post...

Episode One Hundred and Two

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What to do with an unexpected inheritance; and how to handle bad first impressions...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonie...

Episode One Hundred and One

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A younger listener facing difficult behaviour at school; and navigating some complicated self-expression...Transcript available at monstrousproduction...

Episode One Hundred

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener confused by new emotions; and pushing back against unreasonable expectations...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-a...

Episode Ninety Nine

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A listener struggling with commitment; and some tricky romantic logistics...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/episode...

Episode Ninety Eight

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A parent trying to support their child through a difficult period; and a listener feeling overwhelmed by their possession...Transcript available at mo...

Episode Ninety Seven

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Things sound a little unusual on this week's episode, as we hear from a listener trying to break into a new industry; and discuss how to handle histor...

Episode Ninety Six

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to introduce a new member of the household; and what to do about an unexpected presence...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstro...

Episode Ninety Five

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener seeking to protect their privacy; and how to handle hostility at home...CW: The first letter and its reply includes mentions of ...

Episode Ninety Four

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener wrestling with their identity; and another feeling exposed...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/...

Episode Ninety Three

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to push back against tradition; and a listener with some new questions about their family history...Transcript available at monstrouspr...

Episode Ninety Two

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener feeling left behind; and a listener trying to connect with their neighbours...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode Ninety One

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener who wants to share their expertise; and dealing with an uncomfortable truth...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode Ninety

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener feeling isolated after an unexpected change; and a listener seeking righteous vengeance...Transcript available at monstrousprodu...

Episode Eighty Nine

04 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener worried they're being unoriginal; and a listener seeking better work-life balance...Transcript available at monstrousproductions...

Episode Eighty Eight

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener feeling tied down; and a listener struggling with rejection...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies...

Episode Eighty Seven

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener tackling tricky traditions; and a listener under pressure over their appearance...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.o...

Episode Eighty Six

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener trying to help their partner relax; and tips on how to impress the in-laws...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/mo...

Episode Eighty Five

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener tackling prejudice at home; and a listener feeling anxious about the future...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode Eighty Four

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener dealing with unkindness from strangers; and a listener feeling tempted to escape...Transcript available at monstrousproductions....

Episode Eighty Three

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to help a stranger; and a listener facing some enormous obstacles...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/...

Episode Eighty Two

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a couple concerned about conflict on their big day; and a listener feeling helpless in the face of future loss...Transcript available at mo...

Episode Eighty One

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener trying to navigate their identity; and a listener experiencing some unusual emotions...Transcript available at monstrousproducti...

Episode Eighty

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener wondering what to do with some newly-received information; and a question about parenting under unusual circumstances...Transcri...

Episode Seventy Nine

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener looking for advice on the housing market; and a listener worried about a friend's recent changes...Transcript available at monst...

Episode Seventy Eight

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, what to do about pushback online; and a listener afraid to share their identity...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrou...

Episode Seventy Seven

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to leave one's comfort zone; and a listener with writer's block...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/ep...

Episode Seventy Six

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener juggling opposing identities; and a listener fighting unwanted thoughts...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monst...

Episode Seventy Five

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener worried they've been deceiving people; and a couple facing an unexpected obstacle...CW: This week's second letter contains discu...

Episode Seventy Four

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener trying to come to terms with uncertainty; and what can be done about a difficult living arrangement...Transcript available at mo...

Episode Seventy Three

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener concerned about a friend's behaviour; and young listener going through some big changes...Transcript available at monstrousprodu...

Episode Seventy Two

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season Three is here! This week, a listener with conflicted feelings; and a letter of complaint...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/mon...

M.A. Presents: Just for Funsies

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just for Funsies was written and performed by H.R. Owen and Alan Burgon.Alan works as an actor and writer on multiple independent film projects, and i...

M.A. Presents: A Densely Woven Tapestry of Fiction

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Densely Woven Tapestry of Fiction was written and performed by H.R. Owen and Rhys Lawton.Rhys plays Elder Findlay in The Secret of St Kilda, whose s...

M.A. Presents: In the Original Ghast

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the Original Ghast was written and performed by H.R. Owen and Oliver Smith.Oliver is a Northern Irish voice actor with roles in everything from vid...

M.A. Presents: Solidarity Forever

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Solidarity Forever was written and performed by H.R. Owen and Eira Major.Eira is the writer and editor of Spirit Box Radio, and plays protagonist, Sam...

Season 2 Q&A - Part Two

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second half of the end of season Q&A session for Season Two.Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/season-...

Season 2 Q&A - Part One

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first half of the end of season Q&A session for Season Two - the second half will be posted next week.Transcript available at monstrou...

M.A. Presents: How to Grow Your Podcast

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How to Make a Podcast features the voices of H.R. Owen, Naomi Clarke, Jonathan Tilley, Dom Guilfoyle, Matty O.K. Smith, Elizabeth Plant and Sophie B.T...

Episode Seventy One

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener with some unexpected family obligations, and a prospective parent wrestling their anxieties...Transcript available at monstrousp...

Episode Seventy

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the trials of becoming a new parent; and a listener whose family aren't respecting their past...Transcript available at monstrousproduction...

Episode Sixty Nine

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener struggling to support their parent; and...Content Warning: This week's first letter contains themes of spousal emotional abuse. ...

Episode Sixty Eight

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener feeling insulted after a dinner party; and a listener conflicted about their community...Transcript available at monstrousproduc...

Episode Sixty Seven

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener struggling with sibling rivalry; and how to handle mementos of the past...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monst...

Episode Sixty Six

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener whose family aren't adapting to their new reality; and a listener with a moral conundrum...Transcript available at monstrousprod...

Episode Sixty Five

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we have something of a familial theme: how to deal with disappointing one's parents; and a sibling setting high standards...Transcript avai...

Episode Sixty Four

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener trying their best not to offend; and dealing with one of life's most revolting entities...Transcript available at monstrousprodu...

Episode Sixty Three

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, resisting unreasonable expectations; and a listener under pressure to change with the times...Transcript available at monstrousproductions....

Episode Sixty Two

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to handle a parting of ways; and a listener struggling to stick to a schedule...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstr...

Episode Sixty One

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener feeling disconnected from their identity; and a listener concerned they're growing apart from their partner...Transcript availab...

Episode Sixty

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, trying to make amends; and a listener feeling conflicted...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/episode-sixty...

Episode Fifty Nine

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to deal with insensitive co-workers; and a listener trying to raise a sensitive subject with a friend...Transcript available at monstro...

Episode Fifty Eight

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week: a listener struggling with tradition; and how to deal with misrepresentation in the media...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.or...

Episode Fifty Seven

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Nightfolk Network is celebrating a shift in business model with a special double-length live show - four callers, live on air, with pro...

Episode Fifty Six

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week: how to face one's fears; and listener finding it hard to get their point across...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrou...

Trailer - Episode Fifty Seven

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coming soon: a very special episode of Monstrous Agonies, featuring twice the agonies, and six times the usual number of voices. With guest appearance...

Episode Fifty Five

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener concerned they're being undermined at work; and a teacher feeling underappreciated...Transcript available at monstrousproduction...

Episode Fifty Four

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, listener whose authenticity is being challenged; and a listener concerned with perpetuating stereotypes...Transcript available at monstrous...

Episode Fifty Three

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener whose privacy is under attack; and a listener unsure how to discuss a milestone with their partner...Transcript available at mon...

Episode Fifty Two

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a child with some destructive tendencies; and how to manage risk in a new relationship...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode Fifty One

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a mother trying to protect her son; and a listener feeling isolated in the festive season...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.or...

Episode Fifty

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener disheartened by people's misconceptions; and dealing with some determined distractions...Transcript available at monstrousproduc...

Episode Forty Nine

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener under pressure to change their appearance; and a listener whose travel habits are disrupting their relationship...Transcript ava...

Episode Forty Eight

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener whose boundaries aren't being respected; and avoiding a potential culture clash...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.o...

Episode Forty Seven

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, how to manage new expectations; and a listener concerned about compromise in the home...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/mo...

Episode Forty Six

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener trying to find time for their friends; and how to deal with other people's negative perceptions...Transcript available at monstr...

Episode Forty Five

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener struggling with their sense of community; and the perennial question of ethical eating...Transcript available at monstrousproduc...

Episode Forty Four

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, dealing with an overenthusiastic ally; and a listener overwhelmed by change...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-ag...

Episode Forty Three

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a foodie fighting to find a compromise; and when commitment brings its own difficulties...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/...

Episode Forty Two

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, coping with a colleagues unexpected comments; and a listener facing significant change...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/m...

Episode Forty One

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode: making peace with ambiguity; and a listener looking for something different...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org...

Episode Forty

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a practitioner with self-esteem issues; and a listener looking to make a connection...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/mons...

Episode Thirty Nine

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, handling conflict in the community; and a housemate with some troublesome behaviour...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/mons...

Episode Thirty Eight

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, what to do about some worrying nocturnal activities; and a listener struggling to get the service they deserve...Transcript available at mo...

Episode Thirty Seven

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode: a listener looking for help with some unfortunate nomenclature; and how to respond to misjudged comments...Transcript availabl...

Episode Thirty Six

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Nightfolk Network's celebrated advice segment returns! This week: a couple finding it hard to communicate; and how to make a new customer feel wel...

M.A. Presents: Ruggedly Handsome and Out for Revenge

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ruggedly Handsome and Out for Revenge was written and performed by H.R. Owen and Méabh de Brún.Méabh de Brún is an actor, writer and playwright. H...

M.A. Presents: Machine-Gun Drums

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Machine-Gun Drums features the voice of Rae Lundberg. Rae plays Val in the supernatural podcast, The Night Post, which follows three of the conscripte...

M.A. Presents: Teeny Tiny Tentacles

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Teeny Tiny Tentacles features the voice of Doctor Emma Southon. Emma is a Roman historian who co-presents the podcast History is Sexy, answering histo...

M.A. Presents: How to Make a Podcast

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How to Make a Podcast features the voices of H.R. Owen and Sophie B.Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/ma-presents-how...

Season 1 Q&A - Part Two

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second half of the end of season Q&A session for Season One.Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org/monstrous-agonies/season-...

Season 1 Q&A - Part One

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first half of the end of season Q&A session for Season One - the second half will be posted next week.Transcript available at monstrou...

Episode Thirty Five

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we hear from a listener struggling with jealousy, and a listener with a burning question...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.org...

Episode Thirty Four

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's first letter has notes of domesticity and platonic intimacy, while the second combines family matters with a certain meaty undertone...CW:...

Episode Thirty Three

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Back on track after last week's disruption, on this week's programme a listener asks for help interpreting an act of kindness; and a letter concerning...

Episode Thirty Two

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Things are a little different on this week's show, with an unexpected disruption to usual operations...Transcript available at monstrousproductions.or...

Episode Thirty One

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, a listener intimidated by the prospect of new intimacy; and a listener who wants to reconnect with their family...Transcript available at m...