The Vanishing Act

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FAWX & STALLION Chapter One: The Case of the Best Case Scenario Sep 19, 2022

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A brand new multi-season comedy from the creators of The Vanishing Act: FAWX & STALLION is a Victorian mystery about the best detective team on Baker Street! (Not that one.) Enjoy the full first episode now as part of the Apollo Creator Showcase 2022.

Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and all other podcatchers, or on our website 224bbaker.com.

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The Place: London, England

The Time: Winter, 1889

The Crime: Anything (including, but not limited to: Robberies, Burglaries, Thieveries, Unlawful Acts, General Wrong-doing, and Pilferings)

The Detectives: Sherlock Holmes & Dr. John Watson, 221B Baker Street (UNAVAILABLE - Out of Town)

Known Alternatives: None of Note

Neighbors: Hampton Fawx and James Stallion, 224B Baker Street (IRRELEVANT)

Transcript here and at 224bbaker.com, where you can also find bios, more info, and links to our social media.

CREDITS

Written and Directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Sarah Buchynski. Produced and edited by Lauren Grace Thompson. Original music by Baldemar.

CAST

Hampton Fawx: Jeremy Thompson
James Stallion: Chris Vizurraga
Madge Stallion: Katie McLean Hainsworth
Archie Cartwright: Shawn Pfautsch
Constable McMurphy: Ian Geers
Mildred: Nicole Knudsen
Jerry: James Ferrero
Copper: Evin McQuistion
Sarah: Lauren Grace Thompson

CONTENT NOTES

This episode contains adult language and sexual innuendo. A robbery takes place in the opening scene. Jail/imprisonment. Reference to hanging.

ANNOUNCING: Fawx & Stallion, our new Mystery-Comedy! Sep 12, 2022

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Fawx and Stallion is an upcoming multi-season comedy-mystery about the best detective team on Baker Street! (Not that one.)

Behind the doors of 221B Baker Street, the greatest detective of all time and his loyal doctor friend solve some of the most befuddling, prestigious, glamorous, and exciting cases the public has ever seen, turning themselves into legends in the process. Across the street and slightly to the left, behind the doors of 224B, lives another pair of detectives, waiting for their chance in the spotlight. And when Holmes and Watson leave town on a case, and a woman shows up at their doorstep in dire straits, that very chance appears…

The first episode of Fawx and Stallion is currently live exclusively on Apollo. Episode One will premiere on September 19th, 2022!

https://www.apollopods.com/showcase

Fawx and Stallion is a member of the Fable and Folly Network.

Written by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Sarah Buchynski. Voices included Jeremy Thompson (Hampton Fawx), Chris Vizurraga (James Stallion), and Katie McLean Hainsworth (Madge).

Part ???: Forgive The Vanishing Act! Jun 25, 2022

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When Lilith Von Hitzler and Devorah the Duck crash their Vanishing Box in front of St. Patrick’s Church, they must begrudgingly accept help from Fathers Ben and Klem in order to get it off the ground again.

Produced by Rogue Dialogue Productions (roguedialogue.com) and The Vanishing Act (vanishingpod.com)

This episode was written and directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson.

Cast:

Lauren Grace Thompson as The Narrator and Devorah
Tina Muñoz Pandya as Lilith Von Hitzler
Casey Callaghan as Father Ben
Josh Rubino as Father Klem

Story editing by Bob Raymonda and Jack Marrone.

Dialogue editing by Bob Raymonda

Sound design and score by Adam Raymonda

Logo by Sam Twardy (www.samtwardy.com)

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Follow @VanishingPod on Twitter and Instagram

Find a transcript of the episode here.

An Update, a Crossover Announcement, and Forgive Me! Jun 22, 2022

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Today: an update on goings-on over at Team Vanishing Act, a trailer for Forgive Me!--a show we adore--and a very special announcement about our upcoming crossover!

More info on Forgive Me! at https://roguedialogue.com/.

Forgive The Vanishing Act launches Sunday, June 26th!

BONUS: Season 2 Q&A Episode Mar 07, 2022

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It's our Season 2 Q&A special! What type of duck would each character be? What is Graugie? Will the Narrator ever rest? We dive into the twisty and turny world of season 2 with these questions--and more!

Transcript here.

Featuring Ian Geers (Head Writer), Lauren Grace Thompson (Producer), Sarah Price (Augie Eckhart), Tina Muñoz Pandya (Lilith Von Hitzler), Daniel Millhouse (Conrad Webley Griffson), Laurence Stepney (Anton Hirschfelder), Baldemar (Composer), and YOUR questions!

[NOTE: This episode contains SPOILERS for all of Seasons 1 and 2 and strong language]

The Vanishing Act will return for Season 3...eventually.

Leave us a review on any platform and we will send you a pack of original Vanishing Act stickers!

Donate to the show at: https://ko-fi.com/vanishingpod

BONUS: Two Flat Earthers Kidnap A Freemason from Good Pointe Podcasts Feb 28, 2022

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Hello there from us here at The Vanishing Act! While we are currently on hiatus working on future projects, and getting ready to bring you our Season 2 Q&A, we wanted to give you a sneak peek at another project we think you'll love from Good Pointe Podcasts!

A satirical dark comedy about secret societies and conspiracy culture, Two Flat Earthers Kidnap A Freemason is everything the very vivid title leads you to believe it is, and so very much more. We think if you enjoy our biting humour, the dubious morals of our main cast, and truly fantastic original music, this will be a new favorite of yours. So don't sit back, don't relax, but DO enjoy: Two Flat Earthers Kidnap A Freemason.

CAST:

Zane Schacht as Randy Dunning.

Lauren Grace Thompson as Gayle Kruger.

Matthew Woodcock as Walt.

Jack Carmichael as the Narrator.

David Ault as Mac.

Adam Clark as Downripple.

Graham Rowat as Newsham.

Kristen DiMercurio as Bonnie.

Charlie Wes as Ed.

Maya Murphy as Millie.

Ryan Philbrook as Smashed Potatoes.

Michelle Kelly as Charlotte.

Josh Rubino as Customer 1.

Brandon Finch as Customer 2.

Kirsty Woolven as Customer 3.

Addison Peacock as Karen.

Writing, Editing, Production and Sound Design by Jeremy Ellett.

Theme Song is “Social Kapital” by Glad Rags.

Featuring: “Something True“ by Louie Zong & “Nettle Swarm” by Randy Greer.

Follow @TwoFlatEarthers on Twitter.

Transcripts available on our website.

Would you like to hear episodes a week early while also making our day? Consider becoming a Patron at patreon.com/goodpointe

Part Five: The Christmas Goose Dec 20, 2021

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🎶Opening Night, Opening Night

All is bad, Lovers fight.

Will the scientist, teacher, and child

Save the loud mouth before it gets wild,

And vanish the Aryan Race?

Or will it blow up in their face(s)?🎶

Transcript here and at vanishingpod.com, where you can also find bios, more info, and links to our social media.

CREDITS

Written and Directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Daniel Etti-Williams. Produced and edited by Lauren Grace Thompson. Original music by Baldemar.

The original song featured in this episode, Home For Christmas, was written by Ian Geers and Baldemar. Additional Heil Be Home For Christmas in-show music was written by Ian Geers.

CAST

Augie Eckhart: Sarah Price
Lilith Von Hitzler: Tina Muñoz Pandya
Conrad Webley Griffstein: Daniel Millhouse
Rudyard T Codswallop: Sam Hubbard
Anton Hirschfelder: Laurence Stepney
Gigi Schlimmer: Lydia Hiller
General Schneeman: Rob Kauzlaric
General Otto Pffefferkuchen: Eric Eilersen
Klaus: Ian Geers
Jean-Jacquline Lemarque: Chris Vizurraga
The Herald: Daniel Etti-Williams
Officer 1: Brandon Wilders
Officer 2: Michael Morrow
Officer 3: Jay Donley
The Narrator/Devorah: Lauren Grace Thompson

CONTENT NOTES

This episode contains adult language, sexual innuendo, and continued references to WWII, including the portrayal of Nazis. Loud noises from 40:16-41:00. One moment of physical intimacy. Please see our FAQ section on our website for a statement about the purpose of our use of this historical time and place.

Part Four: The Christmas Catch Dec 13, 2021

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🎶Hark the Herald’s coming soon

To announce Nazi platoons.

Augie has a heart to heart

Conrad’s world may fall apart,

Lilith’s overconfident,

Rudyard gets confused as shit,

Then we get another twist,

When can Anton please just rest?🎶

Transcript here and at vanishingpod.com, where you can also find bios, more info, and links to our social media.

CREDITS

Written and Directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Daniel Etti-Williams. Produced and edited by Lauren Grace Thompson. Original music by Baldemar.

CAST

Augie Eckhart: Sarah Price
Lilith Von Hitzler: Tina Muñoz Pandya
Conrad Webley Griffstein: Daniel Millhouse
Rudyard T Codswallop: Sam Hubbard
Anton Hirschfelder: Laurence Stepney
Gigi: Lydia Hiller
General Schneeman: Rob Kauzlaric
General Otto Pffefferkuchen: Eric Eilersen
The Amazing Vincenzo: Chris Vizurraga
The Narrator: Lauren Grace Thompson

CONTENT NOTES

This episode contains adult language, sexual innuendo, and continued references to WWII, including the portrayal of Nazis. Please see our FAQ section on our website for a statement about the purpose of our use of this historical time and place.

Find us on Twitter @vanishingpod.

Part Three: The Christmas Carol Dec 06, 2021

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🎶 Jingle bells, plot bombshells,

Two friends do a con!

The creative process takes a hit

And maybe there’s a bond,

Hey! 🎶

Transcript here and at vanishingpod.com, where you can also find bios, more info, and links to our social media.

CREDITS

Written and Directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Sarah Buchynski. Produced and edited by Lauren Grace Thompson. Original music by Baldemar.

CAST

Augie Eckhart: Sarah Price
Lilith Von Hitzler: Tina Muñoz Pandya
Conrad Webley Griffstein: Daniel Millhouse
Rudyard T Codswallop: Sam Hubbard
Anton Hirschfelder: Laurence Stepney
General Schneeman: Rob Kauzlaric
General Otto Pffefferkuchen/Misha: Eric Eilersen
Schwanzkoph: Chris Vizurraga
The Herald: Daniel Etti-Williams
The Narrator: Lauren Grace Thompson

CONTENT NOTES

The promo featured at the end of this episode was for Gather the Suspects, a cosy murder mystery set in Wales during a very boring apocalypse. Follow them on Twitter @gtsus_pod.

Part Two: The Christmas Con Nov 29, 2021

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🎶God help these foolish gentlemen and this one scientist,

Who all now have to make a play or fall to the abyss

While new friends come and help them out

At least much as they can,

As a voice from the past comes to complicate their plans,

Yeah, it really comes to screw up all their plans.🎶

Transcript here and at vanishingpod.com, where you can also find bios, more info, and links to our social media.

CREDITS

Written and Directed by Ian Geers and Lauren Grace Thompson. Sound designed by Hannah Foerschler. Produced and edited by Lauren Grace Thompson. Original music by Baldemar.

CAST

Augie Eckhart: Sarah Price
Lilith Von Hitzler: Tina Muñoz Pandya
Conrad Webley Griffstein: Daniel Millhouse
Rudyard T Codswallop: Sam Hubbard
Anton Hirschfelder: Laurence Stepney
Gigi Schlimmer: Lydia Hiller
Klaus: Ian Geers
General Schneeman: Rob Kauzlaric
General Otto Pffefferkuchen/Misha: Eric Eilersen
Hunther Zimmer: Macob Jundell
The Amazing Vincenzo/Schwanzkoph: Chris Vizurraga
The Narrator: Lauren Grace Thompson

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