The Audio Epics Podcast

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 11

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

THIS EPISODE Ludlov returns to Hübschdorf... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's Game') is an epic f...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 10

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

THIS EPISODE Ludlov sets out to find his lost friend... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's Game') i...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 9

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

THIS EPISODE Ludlov confronts the darkness... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's Game') is an epic f...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 8

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

THIS EPISODE The game comes to an end... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's Game') is an epic fan...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 7

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

THIS EPISODE Ludlov finally meets his true enemy up close... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's G...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 6

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ludlov learns about Tolfmann's secret as the two continue their adventure beyond the borders of the Red Circle... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Ho...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 5

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Heading into the Wildwood, Ludlov and Tolfmann are faced with the darkness that lurks in the wilderness... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY The Hounds of...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 4

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Dark clouds are gathering as Ludlov intends to set out into the wild and face the evildoers plaguing Hübschdorf... ----more---- ABOUT THE STORY Th...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 3

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ludlov meets the mayor of Hübschdorf and talks to Mistress Weis. When he learns what happened to her Witch Hunter brethren, he decides to take a clos...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 2

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ludlov begins his investigation in the village of Hübschdorf, joined by his Initiate Tolfmann and Garner, a blind young man who aspires to be a guard...

The Hounds of Hübschdorf - Episode 1

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Hounds of Hübschdorf (formerly called 'Grauwald's Game') is an epic fantasy audiobook by Audio Epics that has been released on Halloween, since ...

👽🤖Aliens! [Storytelling Podcast #24]

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Aliens are all around us, looking like regular humans, or like giant slimy insects, or very attractive blue women with weird appendages on their head...

🍄 Why every fantasy creator MUST visit The Efteling! [Storytelling Podcast] #23

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There is one place you should visit in the Netherlands and we're here to tell you all about it! The Efteling is a theme park but it's more than that. ...

🤖 A.I. in Storytelling? Yes or No? [Storytelling Podcast] # 22

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We learn who we really are according to ChatGPT, how Sudowrite autogenerated the next Witch Hunter story in a matter of minutes, why we would serious...

🎬 The making of The Treasure of Boneyard Bay

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this making of The Treasure of Boneyard Bay we tell you all about how the story came to be, the characters and creatures, the sound effects, voice ...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 12

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for the final confrontation in the last episode of The Treasure of Boneyard Bay! We hope you'll enjoy the epic conclusion of our full length...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 11

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a dark turn of events, our friends find themselves in Boneyard Bay once more. Their final journey awaits... Enjoy the 11th episode of this full ...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 10

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The treasure hunters are ready to leave the island, but first they will have to find out who or what is on board the black ship anchored next to the T...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 9

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the adventurers finally discover the secrets of Qulmaron's temple, things take a dramatic turn in this pivotal episode of the story... We hope you ...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 8

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Within the darkness of the temple of Qulmaron, secrets and dangers await our friends. Are they finally getting closer to the treasure? ----more---- T...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 7

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The adventurers have arrived on the mysterious island of Garradoso... What will they find in this long-lost place? We hope you enjoy the 7th part of t...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 6

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On their way to an island that has been avoided by sailors for centuries, the adventurers have an unexpected encounter... Experience the treasure isla...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 5

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When the Theresia arrives at Boneyard Bay, our companions lay out their plans for finding the treasure, realising they will have to venture into wild ...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 4

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After the dangers of the last episode, our friends are relieved to find themselves in the pleasant city of Loinvue. Chapelle faces her past, Gustav ig...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 3

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 3 of The Treasure of Boneyard Bay, the Theresia will sail south and experience the dangers of the sea... ABOUT THE STORY The Treasure of ...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 2

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 2 of The Treasure of Boneyard Bay, the adventurers make their way to the coast and learn about the history of the treasure...  ABOUT THE S...

⚓ The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - Episode 1

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Treasure of Boneyard Bay is an epic fantasy audiobook by Audio Epics. This brand new Witch Hunter Tale is the prequel to The Beast of the Western ...

🧭 The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - TRAILER

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone, In case you haven't heard yet, we're about to release a new Witch Hunter story and this is the trailer... including a release date at t...

🧭 The Treasure of Boneyard Bay - TEASER

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Coming soon from Audio Epics: a new Witch Hunter adventure! 

🧙‍♂ Clichés & tropes [Storytelling Podcast] #21

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We love a good cliché from time to time, which is why we recorded this podcast while wearing sunglasses and walking away from a giant explosion. We m...

🎄 The Audio Epics Holiday Special 2021

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here is our latest podcast episode in which we get all cozy and talk about Christmas and Christmas-themed movies, we answer some of your questions ab...

⚖️ Morality in interactive stories with guest Antonio Padula [Storytelling Podcast] #20

09 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Antonio Padula is a buddy of ours who is working on a morality-based tabletop RPG. We talked a good long while about moral choices in games, Aristotle...

🎶 Music in storytelling with guest Peter Van Riet [Storytelling podcast] #19

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is our first ever interview for the Storytelling podcast! We had our buddy Peter over and talked about music scores, not just his own work but mo...

🔤 Titles in storytelling [Storytelling podcast] #18

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Storytelling Podcast, we go over different kinds of titles for books, movies, games, etcetera and how one might go about pickin...

Your Questions For Us

15 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, we answer some of our listener questions from Patreon and YouTube. Find out what Hugh Jackman has to do with Ludlov, the dif...

Storytelling: Naming characters

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's in a name? It turns out, quite a bit, actually. Naming characters is a big part of storytelling, especially in fantasy. We answer all your que...

EXCITING NEWS about Audio Epics

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We won't spoil the announcement in the description of course... You'll have to listen to find out.

Storytelling: Lockdown Dilemmas 2 -Stranger Questions

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In a world... where justice is outlawed... The just... must become... Outlaws! We once again sit down to discuss the things that truly matter in life...

Storytelling: Quarantine Questions 2 - Electric Boogaloo

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with another "Quarantine Questions" episode, in which we once again learn about some very important things, like that time when Eline was ...

The Hornfolk - Witch Hunter Background Lore

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The threat of the Hornfolk has always been a challenge for the people of Sevenpeaks and Ivennendale, but what do we really know about them? In this l...

Storytelling: lockdown dilemmas

16 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this hard-hitting investigative documentary, we ask each other some tough questions and do our best to provide the wisest possible answers. Find ou...

Storytelling: quarantine questions

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of discussing a specific topic, we decided to have some fun this episode by asking each other questions about movies, games, books and the lik...

Storytelling: Remakes& reboots (and re-imaginings)

16 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes a movie is just not good enough and you have to make it again. Sometimes a movie is so good, you want to make it again too. And sometimes yo...

Storytelling: sequels & prequels

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! Why stick with one movie, book or game if you can have more? In this new episode of our Storytelling Podcast we examine prequels and sequ...

We're sorry (and we love you)

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's no new storytelling podcast episode. Why not? Allow us to explain. We also answer some of your questions in this shorter episode.

Originality in storytelling

17 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is originality? Why do storytellers pursue it? Was Avatar really just Pocahontas in Space? Was A.I. just Pinocchio in the future? Was The Shawsh...

FEAR in storytelling

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fear is the mind-killer, but it's also an essential part of storytelling. So face your fears with us as we explore what haunts the darkest dreams of ...

The Sidekick

03 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you've got someone by your side whom you can kick, then you've got a sidekick. Sounds like fun! So in this episode, Eline and Domien explore some ...

Common storytelling mistakes

26 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we LITERALLY explode talking about common writing mistakes and we beat outselves up over our own flaws and neurotic compulsions. Thi...

Storytelling Point of View (part 2 of 2)

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we discussed points of view of narration in novels. This week, we talk about point of view as it is used in video games and movies, where t...

Storytelling Point of View (part 1 of 2)

12 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I remember it like it was yesterday..." or "A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away?" There are very different ways to tell a story and viewpoint ...

Adaptations in storytelling - Storytelling podcast #9

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every medium has its own strengths and weaknesses to tell certain kinds of stories. In this episode, we discuss how adaptations into a different medi...

The hero in storytelling - Storytelling podcast #8

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Frodo Baggins, Superman, Luke Skywalker... Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, but what is the defining characteristic that binds them? In this epis...

Prophecy & Destiny - Storytelling podcast #7

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Since the ancient days, it has been foretold that we would do this episode. We talk about the role of prophecy and destiny in storytelling, which tur...

Humor in storytelling - Storytelling podcast #6

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we delved into a topic related to horror, so this week we decided to go in the completely opposite direction and explore comedy. Somehow, w...

VAMPIRES - Storytelling podcast #5

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is the terror that stalks the night in search of living blood? The answer is mosquitoes, but vampires can be pretty annoying too. In this episod...

Bizarre story elements in kids' TV shows - Storytelling podcast #4

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're the parents of a toddler and so we get to watch a lot of TV shows aimed at very young children and we noticed just how strange they are most of...

Storytelling in tabletop roleplaying games - Storytelling podcast #3

01 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We've played a lot of different roleplaying games and tried out various systems and settings, so of course we had to do an episode about them. We talk...

Why a storytelling podcast? Storytelling podcast #0

26 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A new episode! What, already? Yes, already! We talk a bit about the whole idea behind the Storytelling podcast, why we're doing this and what we have...

Storytelling in video games - Storytelling podcast #2

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We like video games, so we decided to have a chat about them. This medium differs quite a bit from others, so we had a lot to say about the unique qu...

How long is an epic? Storytelling podcast #1

18 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first of our storytelling conversations. The idea is to have one every week from now on. We both like epic stories, but just how long and...

Summer status update

05 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings, listener. In this episode, I talk about the current state of Audio Epics, I have some good news and some less-good news, and I make some an...

An interview with Peter Van Riet

11 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest Audio Epics podcast episode, Domien sits down with composer Peter Van Riet to talk mostly about music, although some quotes from "The Ro...

The Beast of the Western Wilds: a retrospective

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the final episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds has aired on our podcast and on YouTube, I feel it’s a good time to take a look back an...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 8

01 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The last episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds brings us to the final encounter with the beast itself! How will this tale end? Find out! This ...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 7

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 7 of The Beast of the Western Wilds brings us to another realm, where Ludlov will face an evil he cannot defeat with swords or pistols......

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 6

18 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the sixth episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds, Ludlov will need to find a way to combat the root of all the evil that has been plaguing Schn...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 5

11 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 5 of The Beast of the Western Wilds brings us to Castle Edelhart, where a dark history will be revealed... This dark fantasy dramatized au...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 4

04 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds we leave Schnertwald behind us and enter the deep, dark wilderness of the Western Wilds, rea...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 3

28 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the third episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds things are about to get serious in Schnertwald! This dark fantasy dramatized audiobook is fi...

The Beast of the Western Wilds : A Witch Hunter Tale - part 2

21 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ludlov's adventure continues with the arrival in Schnertwald in this second episode of The Beast of the Western Wilds! This dark fantasy dramatized ...

The Beast of the Western Wilds: a Witch Hunter Tale - part 1

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A new adventure begins! This dark fantasy dramatized audiobook is fit for both newcomers and fans of the Witch Hunter series. Set in the years bef...

Audio Epics news!

31 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Domien talks about the latest developments in the world of Audio Epics.  We mention the book version of The Beast of the Western Wil...

Our plans for the future

08 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

So we've evaluated your response, put our heads together and come up with a plan for the future of our content, our podcast and our family business. W...

An episode every week? Can it be done?

31 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We need your advice! Audio Epics is at a crossroads. We want to pursue the creative side of our small business to the full, but to do that, we need s...

Questions about Witch Hunter

25 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take the time to answer a bunch of questions listeners have asked about Witch Hunter. I had a great time doing this, so if you lik...

A tribute to my grandfather and some rambling

12 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I (Domien) reminisce about my grandfather, who passed away three months ago and who was a great influence on my audio drama stuff. I ...

A tribute to Bill Hollweg

04 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A tribute to a great guy who will be sorely missed.

A conversation with Michel Lafrance

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Domien has a conversation with Michel Lafrance from The Owlfield. We delve into The Fairy Tree, a new interactive 3D audio drama wr...

News & status update!

16 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Domien talks about the future of the Audio Epics podcast and introduces two new projects: The Fairy Tree with Michel Lafrance from Th...

The Audio Epics Approach

12 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode of the Audio Epics podcast, Domien talks about the Audio Epics approach to writing and storytelling. We also ask for your input. W...

The Will of the Woods - Episode 5

30 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

And so we come to the end of The Will of the Woods... Please enjoy the finale of Myrilia's strange and wonderful journey through the Infinite Woods......

The Will of the Woods - Episode 4

24 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the fourth episode of The Will of the Woods! In this episode, Myrilia meets the eccentric but brave rats of Coral Lake. She desperatel...

The Will of the Woods - Episode 3

15 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the third episode of The Will of the Woods! Myrilia and the Wraith start on a journey together... In this episode they will meet some col...

The Will of the Woods - Episode 2

09 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the second episode of The Will of the Woods! Myrilia isn't planning to just accept Nuzwick's disappearance. The rumours of a strange cre...

The Will of the Woods - Episode 1

01 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Witch Hunter podcast is now the Audio Epics Podcast! Today we present to you the first episode of The Will of the Woods! I've mentioned before t...

Witch Hunter Appendix

26 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The history of Sevenpeaks! Today's episode concludes the Witch Hunter saga for now by exploring the mysterious history of the world the story was se...

Witch Hunter Chapter Twelve

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Final Chapter of the Witch Hunter Saga! The epic conclusion has arrived! In addition, we have a happy announcement! You'll have to listen to find...

Witch Hunter Chapter Eleven

12 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Eleventh Chapter of the Witch Hunter Saga! In the chapter called "Domina", dire circumstances force Lady Hoskiv to rethink her views on magic. M...

Witch Hunter Chapter Ten

06 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Tenth Chapter of the Witch Hunter Saga! Ludlov and Samina are now close to an event of apocalyptic proportions. Meanwhile, the city of Sevenpeak...

Witch Hunter Chapter Nine

28 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

he Ninth Chapter of the Witch Hunter Saga! The situation gets very serious in this latest Witch Hunter chapter. Is the end of Sevenpeaks in sight? ...

Witch Hunter Chapter Eight

20 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Eighth Chapter of the Witch Hunter saga! Ludlov and Samina have embarked on a dangerous journey into the depth of Sevenpeaks, where they will di...

Witch Hunter Chapter Seven

14 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Seventh Chapter of the Witch Hunter saga! In the longest chapter so far, Ludlov and Samina find themselves on a very dark path indeed... A pat...

Witch Hunter Chapter Six

06 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The sixth chapter of the epic Witch Hunter saga! Ludlov the witch hunter has found an unlikely ally in the beautiful gypsy mage Samina. Both on the ...

Witch Hunter Chapter Five

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The fifth chapter of Witch Hunter is called "Lapsus Angelus". In it, we go back into the distant past of Sevenpeaks to find out where the evil of the ...

Witch Hunter Chapter Four

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The fourth chapter in the epic gothic fantasy known as Witch Hunter! The Grand General of the Witch Hunter Order makes a terrible decision and Lud...

Witch Hunter Chapter Three

16 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The third chapter in the epic gothic fantasy known as Witch Hunter! In this episode, Ludlov is invited to a dinner party. All does not go as planned.....

Witch Hunter Chapter Two

10 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The second chapter in the epic gothic fantasy known as Witch Hunter! In the aftermath of the great fire, Ludlov visits the mayor to tell him of Ad...

Witch Hunter Chapter One

05 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is the inaugural episode of the Witch Hunter podcast! In a dark renaissance fantasy world, we meet Ludlov, a fierce and devoted Witch Hunter...