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The Secret of St Kilda

In this supernatural thriller series, listeners will follow Lockie, a charismatic con man who escapes to St Kilda with the promise that this time he’ll change his ways. Unfortunately, the island and its unusual inhabitants have other ideas. He seeks redemption and they seek a saviour, but you know what they say – no change without sacrifice.

Copyright: © Michael Ireland & Naomi Clarke

Latest Episodes:

Forgive Me! St Kilda: A Crossover Jul 07, 2024

Show notes

This is a crossover episode with Forgive Me!

Cormac is on vacation in the US and finds himself attracted to the gates of another god.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/ Forgive Me: https://roguedialogue.com/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

PERFORMANCES:

Rhys Lawton as Cormac

Casey Callaghan as Father Ben

Josh Rubino as Father Klem

Dialogue editing by Bob Raymonda and Michael Ireland.

Sound design, score, and mixing by Adam Raymonda.

The Secret of St. Kilda credits music by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones.

The Forgive Me! logo was designed by Sam Twardy.

And Scott McCartney designed the Secret of St. Kilda logo.

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

smoking
religion
referenced cult indoctrination
light swearing
referenced animal death
referenced illness
referenced murder
referenced immolation
heavy biblical references
emetophobia warning
xenophobia

The Secret of St Kilda and Forgive Me! are members of the Fable and Folly Network

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Bonus: Michael and Naomi Q&A Part Two Aug 24, 2023

Show notes

Michael and Naomi answer supporter questions in Part Two of the TSOSK Creator Q and A.

Transcript found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xYGSexywBtb6R48V3vF8xl4ecv1bO-xT8BnQMUF40oE/edit?usp=drive_link

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

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Trailer Jan 29, 2023

Show notes

The Secret of St Kilda: Trailer

Written by Naomi Clarke & Michelle Kelly

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Starring:

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

Meabh de Brun as Andromeda

Shogo Miyakita as Georgie

Amina Koroma as Amy

Ben Meredith as Mathias

Content warnings:

Death and Dying: Sacrifice mention.

Unreality: Second person point of view, Memory loss mentioned.

SFX: Sounds of distress and discomfort, Sounds of physical violence.

Physical violence: Blood, knife mention.

Miscellaneous: Cult themes.

Link to Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IdiPT7lGWbN3Q9CFC9sF-vs5yEcnDPA8ly1YBKrDpCk/edit?usp=share_link

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

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The following music was used for this media project:

Music: Cinema Blockbuster Trailer 15 by Sascha Ende

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4952-cinema-blockbuster-trailer-15

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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Bonus: Michael and Naomi Q&A Part One Jan 14, 2023

Show notes

Michael and Naomi answer supporter questions in Part One of the TSOSK Creator Q and A. Part Two coming soon.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

https://fableandfolly.com/partners/

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Episode 10: Unity Mar 01, 2022

Show notes

As Andromeda’s condition continues to deteriorate, the rest of the islanders take part in a scavenger hunt that they hope will lead to the Sigh - and Andromeda’s cure. Tensions run high, lives are at stake, and familial bonds are tested as Lockie and the Hirtans prepare to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Michael Ireland & Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Danilo Battistini as Sacha

Dean Kenneth as Robbie

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Méabh de Brún as Andromeda

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

Rhys Lawton as Ender Findlay

Sam Yeow as Angelique

Shogo Miyakita as Georgie

And Oscar as Toast the cat

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

Sounds of suffering and illness
Discussions of chronic condition
Discussions of death
Explicit expression of cult beliefs
Innuendo
Major character deaths
Ritual sacrifice
Graphic descriptions of gore
General warning for cult indoctrination

EXPANDED CONTENT WARNINGS ARE FURTHER BELOW AND ALSO CONTAIN SPOILERS

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Adrift Among Infinite Stars, Discovery, Emergent, Monomyth 9: The Fall, The Old Ones, Wayfarer and What We Don’t Say by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

Ice And Snow by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5317-ice-and-snow-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Voice In The Night by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5608-voice-in-the-night-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

Further content warnings:

Faith healing
Child abuse
Human sacrifice
Stabbing
Blood
Character death (child)
Graphic descriptions of a corpse
Delusional thought
Second degree murder
Heavy crying
Hearing voices

If the things you experienced with us today have been difficult and you need extra support please consider checking out the following resource links: HelpGuide, Grief Resources, Mind, Mental Health aid.

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

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Episode 9: Service Feb 22, 2022

Show notes

With her beloved island community beginning to unravel, Andromeda is forced to make a difficult decision. Still bruised from Amy’s parting words, the island ladies take Lockie under their wing for some much-needed downtime. And Mathias takes desperate action…

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Michael Ireland & Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

Made possible by our Kickstarter Backers

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Ben Meredith as Mathias

Dean Kenneth as Robbie

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Méabh de Brún as Andromeda

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

Sam Yeow as Angelique

Shogo Miyakita as Georgie

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

Sounds of pain and distress
Unwanted romantic advances
Classism
Kidnapping
Drowning
Stabbing
Major character death
Choking
General warning for cult indoctrination
Incest

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Absolution and Goliath by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

Celtic Dream by Frank Schröter

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6461-celtic-dream

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Devonshire Waltz Moderato by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7916-devonshire-waltz-moderato

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ending Hours by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5406-ending-hours-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Executioner by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8436-executioner

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Soothing Banshees by Tim Kulig

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8811-soothing-banshees

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

The In-Between by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8643-the-in-between

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

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Episode 8: Family Feb 15, 2022

Show notes

After the events of last week, things can only get better, right? However, when his past comes knocking, will Lockie be man enough to face his estranged daughter? Or will the ties to his new friends put too much pressure on an already strained relationship?

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Michael Ireland & Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

Made possible by our Kickstarter Backers

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Amina Koroma as Amy

Ben Meredith as Mathias

Dean Kenneth as Robbie

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Méabh de Brún as Andromeda

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

Sam Yeow as Angelique

Shogo Miyakita as Georgie

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

Physical violence
Verbal threat
Unhealthy familial relationships
Discussions of death
Heights
Unsafe extreme sport practises
General warning for cult indoctrination

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Monomyth 3 by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

A Brazilian Lover by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8781-a-brazilian-lover

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Classical Piano Waltz Of Butterflies by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7553-classical-piano-waltz-of-butterflies

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Dreamy Piano Fantasy by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5635-dreamy-piano-fantasy-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Precious Moments by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5588-precious-moments-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sad Swan by Horst Hoffmann

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8974-sad-swan

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

The Viscante Hit by Philip Rice

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6822-the-viscante-hit

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

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Episode 7: Co-operation Feb 08, 2022

Show notes

Niyathi arrives to collect Lockie for their crypt-robbing caper, but will he be there to greet her, or does he need a grave of his own? Another piece of the puzzle falls into place for Andromeda’s curse

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

Made possible by our Kickstarter Backers

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Amina Koroma as Amy

Axandre Oge as Preston

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Méabh de Brún as Andromeda

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

Gun shot
Character death
Discussions of death and the afterlife
Desecration of remains
Excessive alcohol consumption

Additional SFX Warning:

Kissing noises

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Falling Together, She Moved Mountains, Solstice and Undertow by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

Cinematic Suspense Series Episode 008 by Sascha Ende®

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7669-cinematic-suspense-series-episode-008

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Dark Piano And Cello by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8899-dark-piano-and-cello

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ghosties by Tim Kulig

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8489-ghosties

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Hor Hor by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4739-hor-hor

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Lost Place Atmospheres 001 by Sascha Ende®

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/7664-lost-place-atmospheres-001

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

https://fableandfolly.com/partners/

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Episode 6: Forgiveness Feb 01, 2022

Show notes

Returning home after the perfect day, Lockie finds his past waiting for him. Will he finally confront the past that pushed him to St Kilda, or will he and Wee Mary pay the ultimate price?

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Michael Ireland & Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

Made possible by our Kickstarter Backers

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Axandre Oge as Preston

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Marguerite Kenner as Mama Laveau

Marie Anello as Esther

Sarah Golding as Bessie

TRANSCRIPTS:

haggisanddragons.com/transcripts

Content Warnings:

Threats of violence
Deceit and manipulation
Gun use
Discussions of chronic condition
Discussions of death
Character death
General warning for cult indoctrination

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Filaments, Anna’s Theme, Elementary and Inbound by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

Circles In The Sky by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5307-circles-in-the-sky-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Horizon Flare by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4837-horizon-flare

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Dawn Of The Apocalypse by Rafael Krux

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5627-dawn-of-the-apocalypse-

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

I Will Remember You by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8005-i-will-remember-you

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Sentimental Upbeat Piano by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8884-sentimental-upbeat-piano

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Degenerate Blues by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4781-degenerate-blues

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Pirates Of The Quarantine by Alexander Nakarada

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6030-pirates-of-the-quarantine

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Porch Blues by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4232-porch-blues

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ghosties by Tim Kulig

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8489-ghosties

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

https://fableandfolly.com/partners/

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Episode 5: Curiosity Jan 25, 2022

Show notes

As Andromeda, Lockie, and Niyathi continue to unravel secrets about Andromeda’s lineage, Angelique and Wee Mary discuss the morality of selling cat food to a traitor, and the sexual appeal of promiscuous priests. Meanwhile, an unexpected visitor makes his way to St Kilda…

Find out in this week's episode of The Secret of St Kilda.

You can follow the drama as it unfolds @thekilda all over social media. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the first episode!

All the links for The Secret of St Kilda: https://thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/

Written by Naomi Clarke

Directed by Michael Ireland.

Sound Design by Michael Ireland & Tracy Barnett

Sound Composition by Michael Ireland

Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

Vibe Checks by Naomi Clarke

Production Assistant and Transcripts by Chloe Hendry

Made possible by our Kickstarter Backers

PERFORMANCES:

Alan Burgon as Lockie

Alasdair Stuart as Narrator

Amina Koroma as Amy

Axandre Oge as Preston

Erika Sanderson as Wee Mary

Michelle Kelly as Niyathi

Meabh de Brun as Andromeda

Oscar as Toast the Cat

Sam Yeow as Angelique

TRANSCRIPTS:

thesecretofstkilda.carrd.co/#transcripts

Content Warnings:

Discussions of chronic conditions
Discussions of deaths of family members
SFW discussions of NSFW content
Threats of violence
Gun use
General warning for cult indoctrination

Additional SFX Warning:

Kissing noises

Attributions:

The Secret of St Kilda Theme by Shane Rutherfoord-Jones

https://www.shanerutherfoordjones.com/

Reverie and Vengeance by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/

Spy Glass by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4410-spy-glass

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Dramatic Sad Piano by MusicLFiles

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8812-dramatic-sad-piano

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Contemplative Raindrops by Tim Kulig

Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8476-contemplative-raindrops

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

SFX Provided by Freesound.org

The Secret of St Kilda is a member of the Fable and Folly Network

https://fableandfolly.com/partners/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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