Jonathan Cook

Dec. 8, 2025

FULL CIRCLE

This episode features the audio drama FULL CIRCLE by L.D. Potter. (Thriller, Drama, Horror)

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Rick Davis , Devon McSherry , Robb Smith , Valentín Ángel Fernández , L. D. Potter , Allison Cossitt , MuJaahid Johnson , Lucas Le Blanc , Reed Hon

Sept. 14, 2025

SUCH DREAMS AS STUFF IS MADE ON

SUCH DREAMS AS STUFF IS MADE ON - an audio drama by Dan McGeehan. Poppy and Tucker are surprised to find their house was broken into. They are more surprised to find nothing was stolen. They are most surprised when the burglars return— with a message.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , TJ Reissner , Jackson D Sample , Mary Beth Westbrook , Dan McGeehan

July 21, 2025

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY (or THE BREAD PLAY) *REMASTERED

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY (or THE BREAD PLAY) - An audio drama by Daniel Prillaman. The bread is unlimited. And there is no escape. A romantic horror comedy about the hard truth that nothing lasts forever, except maybe bread.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Valentín Ángel Fernández , Daniel Prillaman , Roshelle Simpson , John Nelson

June 7, 2025

DOCTORS & LAWYERS: 1st Edition Rules (A Dungeons & Dragons parody) *REMASTERED

DOCTORS & LAWYERS: 1st Edition Rules (A Dungeons & Dragons parody) - In this D&D parody, imagine an alternate reality where ruthless Barbarians, powerful Wizards, and cunning Thieves dive into the Fantasy Corporate World with the hit roleplaying game DOCTORS & LAWYERS.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Robb Smith , Brandon Brune , Nicole Swanson , Brie Hayes

May 28, 2025

THE OTHER ME starring Laura Bailey & Khary Payton

THE OTHER ME starring Laura Bailey & Khary Payton. Created by Jonathan Cook. A therapist uncovers crucial evidence in a bizarre missing person case and soon finds that knowing the truth puts her life in danger.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Eric P. Odom , Laura Bailey , Khary Payton , Maisie Bailey

Dec. 21, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - FULL SHOW! (Pts. 1-6)

The full STAGE FRIGHTS series (Parts 1-6). No breaks. No recaps. Just straight through horror and comedy as originally intended.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Bavoso , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Devon McSherry , Marian Thibodeau , Pepper Wren , Luke Romagnoli , Karla Fischbach-Daly , Mickey Lay , Arelis Rivera , Robb Smith , TJ McSherry , Michael Silvio Fortino , Nathan Shelton , Greg Mandryk , Bonnie Marie Williams , Brad King , Korilyn Hendricks , Travis Williams , Mike Brannon , Leah Philbin , Azariah Seay , A.C. Daniel , Matt Kridel , Wesley Pierson

Dec. 20, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART SIX: SACRIFICE

The series finale of STAGE FRIGHTS featuring SACRIFICE by Jacquelyn Priskorn.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Devon McSherry , Nathan Shelton , A.C. Daniel , Matt Kridel

Dec. 13, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART FIVE: CLIP CLOP

Part five of the STAGE FRIGHTS series featuring CLIP CLOP by Greg Mandryk.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Arelis Rivera , Nathan Shelton , Greg Mandryk , Korilyn Hendricks

Dec. 6, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART FOUR: LET THE DEAD BURY THE DEAD

Part four of the STAGE FRIGHTS series featuring LET THE DEAD BURY THE DEAD by Mike Brannon.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Karla Fischbach-Daly , Michael Silvio Fortino , Nathan Shelton , Brad King , Mike Brannon

Nov. 29, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART THREE: UNBURIED

Part three of the STAGE FRIGHTS series featuring UNBURIED by John Bavoso.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Bavoso , Devon McSherry , Pepper Wren , Robb Smith , Nathan Shelton , Matt Kridel , Wesley Pierson

Nov. 22, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART TWO: FIRST SHIFT

Part two of the STAGE FRIGHTS series featuring FIRST SHIFT by Leah Philbin

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Marian Thibodeau , Mickey Lay , Nathan Shelton , Leah Philbin

Nov. 15, 2024

STAGE FRIGHTS - PART ONE: THE QUAKE

Part one of the STAGE FRIGHTS audio fiction series featuring THE QUAKE by Travis Williams.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Luke Romagnoli , Nathan Shelton , Travis Williams

Aug. 5, 2024

"SLASHER'S DELIGHT" by Chris Soucy

"SLASHER'S DELIGHT" written by Chris Soucy. A comedy horror audio play that gives the behind the scenes look at how "final girls" in slasher scenarios actually get selected to become final girls.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Audrey Robertson , Chris Soucy , Elizabeth Haas

July 22, 2024

"THE EVENT: A MUSICAL JOURNEY" by Michael R. Ray & Dani Ray

"THE EVENT: A MUSICAL JOURNEY" by Michael R. Ray & Dani Ray. An ecological sci-fi song cycle and our first musical episode!

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Shelby Lauren Smith , Krys Bailey , Audrey Robertson , Michael R. Ray , Dani Ray

April 15, 2024

"THAT NIGHT "BUTCHER" PETE GOT KNOCKED OUT BY JESSIE "THE CANNON" TESORI" by Jonathan Cook

THAT NIGHT "BUTCHER" PETE GOT KNOCKED OUT BY "THE CANNON" TESORI written by Jonathan Cook. Performed by Ian Russell, Bonnie Marie Williams, Robb Smith, Valentin Angel Fernandez, & Jonathan Cook.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Robb Smith , Valentín Ángel Fernández , Ian Russell , Bonnie Marie Williams

March 27, 2024

"UNKNOWN NUMBER" by Greg Mandryk

"UNKNOWN NUMBER" written by Greg Mandryk. Directed by Chris Plumridge. Starring Jacquie Floyd, Barbara Guinan, Morey Norkin, Scott Sickles, Dana Hall, & Chris Plumridge.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Christopher Plumridge , Dana Hall , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Devon McSherry , Scott C. Sickles , Greg Mandryk , Morey Norkin , Barbara Guinan

March 5, 2024

"FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY" by Daniel Prillaman

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY (aka THE BREAD PLAY) written by Daniel Prillaman. Directed by Jonathan Cook. Starring Roshelle Simpson, John D. Nelson, Valentin Angel Fernandez, Jacquie Floyd, & Jonathan Cook.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Valentín Ángel Fernández , Daniel Prillaman , Roshelle Simpson , John Nelson

Jan. 16, 2024

"IMMERSION THERAPY" by David MacGregor

IMMERSION THERAPY: The best husband in the world gives his wife the ultimate birthday present. Performed by Devon McSherry, Jonathan Cook, and Tommy Cooper.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , David MacGregor , Tommy Cooper

Nov. 13, 2023

"KINGDUMB: Act 2" by Jonathan Cook (LIVE Event Recording)

This episode is ACT 2 of the full-length play KINGDUMB. KINGDUMB is a fun story full of absurdist humor and illogical behavior. There’s a new King in the land that has initiated a mysterious new tax on the citizens. Outraged, the region’s finest Clock fixer, aka “Time Repair Specialist”, recruits s…

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Marian Thibodeau , Adam Cowart , Luke Romagnoli , Karla Fischbach-Daly , Julian Diaz , Chelsea Glass , Arelis Rivera , Robb Smith , Brandon Dawson , TJ McSherry , Eric P. Odom , Michael Silvio Fortino , Krys Bailey , JK/47

Nov. 13, 2023

"KINGDUMB: Act 1" by Jonathan Cook (LIVE Event Recording)

This episode is ACT 1 of the full-length play KINGDUMB. KINGDUMB is a fun story full of absurdist humor and illogical behavior. There’s a new King in the land that has initiated a mysterious new tax on the citizens. Outraged, the region’s finest Clock fixer, aka “Time Repair Specialist”, recruits s…

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Marian Thibodeau , Adam Cowart , Luke Romagnoli , Karla Fischbach-Daly , Julian Diaz , Chelsea Glass , Arelis Rivera , Robb Smith , Brandon Dawson , TJ McSherry , Eric P. Odom , Michael Silvio Fortino , Krys Bailey , JK/47

Oct. 30, 2023

"SECONDHAND SOUL" by Ava Love Hanna

SECONDHAND SOUL: Em and Vi are a couple in love who just moved into a new house. When Em attempts to use Vi's Ouija board to come out to her dead mother, she finds herself bargaining to save her soul from what she accidentally summons instead. Written by Ava Love Hanna Directed by Jonathan Cook …

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Chelsea Glass , JK/47 , Amy Thorne , Evan W. Cook , Ava Love Hanna

Sept. 14, 2023

”AIN’T THE BIGGEST CITY” by Straton Rushing

AIN'T THE BIGGEST CITY: When an inmate dies at the county jail under suspicious circumstances, the EMT who oversaw the affair is brought in for questioning. She might have a secret or two, but as connections arise more and more secrets arise to the surface. Written by Straton Rushing Directed by …

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Arelis Rivera , Krys Bailey , JK/47 , Straton Rushing

Sept. 1, 2023

”THE DEMON LADY” by John Patrick Bray

THE DEMON LADY: A couple of friends decide to escape for a weekend and go camping but a sudden storm in the middle of the night destroys their tent and now they are on the run looking for shelter. But what they find instead may just be a little more ...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Christy Roosma , Eric P. Odom , JK/47 , John P. Bray , Audrey Robertson

July 31, 2023

”TOOTH OR DARE” by Emily McClain

TOOTH OR DARE: Don't piss off the tooth fairy. Just don't do it. Written by Emily McClain Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by:Andrew Jones as "Andrew", Jamie Johnson Turner as "Lydia", and Kayla Gardner as "The Tooth Fairy" Intro/Outro music: JK/4...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , JK/47 , Emily McClain , Jamie Johnson Turner , Andrew Jones , Kayla Gardner

July 13, 2023

”WHEEL OF FORTUNE REVERSED” by Scott C. Sickles

WHEEL OF FORTUNE REVERSED: Death has come for Michael but Michael has a bucket list that only the Grim Reaper can fulfill. Written by Scott C. Sickles Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by:Robert J. Leblanc as "Michael" & Dana Hall as "Death" In...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Dana Hall , JK/47 , Scott C. Sickles , Robert J. LeBlanc

June 30, 2023

”A TRAGEDY OF OWLS” by John Mabey (MABEY MONTH!)

A TRAGEDY OF OWLS: After a successful anti-Nazi attack, two Dutch co-conspirators, Lau Mazirel and Willem Arondeus, meet in prison - one free and one facing death. Both have an urgent but opposing plea for the other. Written by John Mabey Directed by...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , JK/47 , Amy Patton , John Mabey

June 26, 2023

”PLAYING WITH DOLLS” by John Mabey (MABEY MONTH!)

PLAYING WITH DOLLS: Two men exchange dolls in an alleyway, a simple trade that turns out to not be so simple. Written by John Mabey Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by:Ryan Abel as "Carl" and Sean Moton as "Gregory" Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Ryan Abel , Sean Moton , JK/47 , John Mabey

March 30, 2023

”LENORA” by Jonathan Cook

LENORA: A man visits a therapist regarding his daughter’s strange dreams that have started to manifest into reality. Written & Directed by Jonathan Cook Featuring special guest co-host Robb Smith from the Chewing the Fat with Big Robb podcast Perform...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Kate Dailey , Matt Hoffman , Mia Price , Robb Smith , Exist Strategy

Dec. 24, 2022

”THE SHELF ON THE ELF: A BRICK FISTULA MYSTERY” by John Busser

THE SHELF ON THE ELF: A BRICK FISTULA MYSTERY - It's a murder at the North Pole. Did Santa slay? Brick Fistula, hard-drinking, fast-talking, private eye is gonna find out who’s naughty... and who’s guilty! Written by John Busser Directed by Jonathan ...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Busser , Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn , Devon McSherry , Adam Cowart , Robb Smith , Dixie Dawson , Brandon Dawson , Beth Goolsby , Lynsay Ryan

Dec. 15, 2022

”THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS QUESTION” by Rachel Feeny-Williams

THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS QUESTION: Maggie & Jeff are facing the volatile world of a bind date with the added perils of trying to choose a Christmas film for their date. What makes a movie a Christmas movie? Written by Rachel Feeny-Williams Directed by ...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Rachel Feeny-Williams , Marian Thibodeau

July 27, 2022

”A WICKED SLICE” by John Busser

A WICKED SLICE: A trio of golfers are searching for a lost golf ball, but what they find as they venture off the fairway makes them realize that maybe they should've just taken the penalty stroke instead. Written by John Busser Directed by Jonathan C...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Busser , Adam Cowart , Matt Hoffman , Will Lane

July 4, 2022

”NEW KID NEXT DOOR” by Arthur M. Jolly

NEW KID NEXT DOOR: Two siblings are stuck with the weird, creepy - and ultimately maybe not even human - kid from next door, on July Fourth, when there are firecrackers to be stolen and played with. Let freedom ring! Written by Arthur M. Jolly Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Luke Romagnol…

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Arthur M. Jolly , Luke Romagnoli , Kelsie Johnson , Sophie Cook , JK/47

June 13, 2022

”AN AWKWARD CONVERSATION IN THE SHADOW OF MOUNT MORIAH” by John Bavoso

AN AWKWARD CONVERSATION IN THE SHADOW OF MOUNT MORIAH: After luring Isaac to the top of Mount Moriah under false pretenses, binding him, and nearly sacrificing him, Abraham is faced with an even more arduous task... attempting to make small talk with his son during their walk home. Written by John…

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Bavoso , Oliver Caffee , Brandon Brune , JK/47

May 31, 2022

”CROSSOVER FICTION” by Greg Lam

CROSSOVER FICTION: When sci-fi heroine, Josie Moon, tracks down the escaped interdimensional villain Maximus Wolfe to get revenge for the murder of her lover, she finds herself breaching the boundary between fiction and reality. Written by Greg Lam Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Julianna…

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Greg Lam , Robb Smith , Julianna Johnston , Eric P. Odom , JK/47

May 4, 2022

”CLOSING DOORS” by John Minigan

When fourth-grade teacher Sandra is criticized by old friend and Assistant Principal Valerie for breaking protocol in an active shooter drill, they must decide how they can save both their friendship and their students.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , John Minigan , Devon McSherry , Marian Thibodeau , Exist Strategy , JK/47

April 20, 2022

”CHOICES” by James McLindon

A debtor burdened by crushing student loans is offered a way out … but is the deal too good to be true?

Guests: Jonathan Cook , James McLindon , Chelsea Glass , Eric P. Odom , JK/47

Feb. 7, 2022

”MARIGOLD” by Jonathan Cook

MARIGOLD: A man enjoying a day at the park unwillingly becomes a part of a murder for hire plot when he encounters two strangers who both mistake his identity. A deal is made, money is transferred, and the marigolds are quite lovely in the park this ...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Michael Silvio Fortino , Erica Garraffa

Dec. 24, 2021

”IT’S A WONDERFUL SATAN” by John Mabey

IT'S A WONDERFUL SATAN: An abridged, twisty retelling of 'It's A Wonderful Life.' Satan is at their lowest point when met by a demon named Clarence. It's up to Clarence to help Satan regain their confidence while also earning his horns in the process...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Chelsea Glass , Robb Smith , Bryson Chapman , John Mabey

Oct. 15, 2021

”IGNATIUS FLIVVER & THE EYE OF CTHULHU” by Don Goodrum

IGNATIUS FLIVVER & THE EYE OF CTHULHU: Doctor Phineas Philpott is missing and presumed dead! But he has sent the mystical gem, The Eye of Cthulhu to his old friend Professor Kit Maroney, who is also the boon companion of hearty Victorian adventurer I...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Don Goodrum , Marian Thibodeau , Adam Cowart , Robb Smith

Oct. 1, 2021

”THE SHED” by Joanne Greene

THE SHED: Jimmy has a secret that he's burning to tell to his best friend, Charlie - that his mama keeps a witch chained up in their shed! Charlie wants Jimmy to prove it by showing, but that may not be such a good idea... Written by Joanne Greene D...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Joanne Greene , Luke Romagnoli , Courtney Prouty , Amelia Oswald , Roland Brune , Rosalie Brune

Sept. 17, 2021

”REMEMBERED” by John Mabey

REMEMBERED: Walls are diaries and rooms have desires. In the buying and selling of a house, two people discover what's truly at stake and the power of finding love through loss. Written by John Mabey Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Christy Roo...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Christy Roosma , Jaye Starkes , JK/47 , John Mabey

July 7, 2021

DOCTORS & LAWYERS: 1st Edition Rules (A Dungeons & Dragons parody)

DOCTORS & LAWYERS: 1st Edition Rules (A D&D parody) written by David Strauss. Imagine an alternate reality where ruthless Barbarians, powerful Wizards, and cunning Thieves dive into the Fantasy Corporate World with the hit roleplaying game DOCTORS & LAWYERS.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , David Strauss , Robb Smith , Brandon Brune , Nicole Swanson , Brie Hayes

May 10, 2021

”MOTETZ DAM” by Devon McSherry

MOTETZ DAM: A couple are having their first romantic home cooked meal. When an allergic reaction breaks the atmosphere, the question isn’t just will their relationship withstand this disastrous evening, but will either of them survive the night. Wr...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Devon McSherry , Christy Roosma

Feb. 14, 2021

”DON’T CALL ME CUPID” by Jonathan Cook

DON'T CALL ME CUPID: Katie is completely smitten with a new man in her life and is eager to show him off to her roommate. Love takes a tragic backseat, however, when the god of love, Eros (aka Cupid), appears and accidentally shoots her new boyfriend...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Kate Dailey , Paige Blackcloud

Dec. 8, 2020

”DIGITAL CHRISTMAS” by Jonathan Cook

THE INAUGURAL FIRST TIME EVER FESTIVE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SPECIAL EXTRAVAGANZA FEATURING CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS RELATED THINGS! DIGITAL CHRISTMAS: Santa Claus is ready to retire and has launched a new online store to help aid in the process, but when ...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Robb Smith , Dixie Dawson , Beth Goolsby

Oct. 1, 2020

”THE TEAR IN THE ROOF” by Jonathan Cook

Episode 5: THE TEAR IN THE ROOF: On this night, a married couple is celebrating their wedding anniversary in their home as a heavy storm brews outside. What they aren't expecting is the unimaginable horror that comes crashing through their roof. Wr...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Kate Dailey , Paige Blackcloud , Susan Willis , Krys Bailey

Sept. 2, 2020

”A PLAY BY THEODORE JANUS” by Jonathan Cook

Episode 4: A PLAY BY THEODORE JANUS: Playwright, Theodore Janus, visits an actress that is performing one of his plays the day before they close the show. He tries to convince her to change the ending for the final performance – to turn her character...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Pepper Wren , Rebekah Robeson , Exist Strategy

Aug. 5, 2020

”TRANSFERRING KYLE” by Jonathan Cook

TRANSFERRING KYLE: A glimpse “behind the scenes” of the life of Kyle Henley. He is not on the right path in life, so it is decided by management that he must be replaced by another version of himself. Written and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Brandon Brune , Meredith Boylan , Patrick Boylan

July 2, 2020

”MEMENTO MORI” by Jonathan Cook

MEMENTO MORI: It’s the mid 1800’s and a post mortem photographer who has a mystical ability to reanimate the recently deceased is conflicted with a dark secret revealed to him by the corpse of a teenage girl. Drama. Written and directed by Jonathan C...

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Amelia Oswald , Ben Evans , Amy Patton

March 25, 2020

”SETTLE AND REACH” by Jonathan Cook

SETTLE AND REACH: A colonization mission to a new planet conducts a mate-matching assessment for it's passengers. One passenger finds that the secrets his matched companion carries rather unsettling.

Guests: Jonathan Cook , Jaye Starkes , Elizabeth Canas , Jessica Yu