VALENCE

Scoring Magic (and Q&A Announcement!) Apr 14, 2023

VALENCE may be complete, but we're not done yet so we're doing a Q&A!

Send us your questions to our email, our Twitter, our Tumblr, our Patreon or Patron Discord… anywhere you can find us, we’ll take your questions! The due date for sending us those questions is April 28th, 2023.

In the mean time, you can get a taste for the kind of things we might discuss in the Q&A in this final episode of Scoring Magic. Spoilers for VALENCE in the second half!

Credits:

This episode was written, recorded, and sound designed by Wil Williams. It was produced and transcribed by Anne Baird.

3.13: Stable Mar 31, 2023

Season 3, Episode 13: "Stable"

Of course, you can never really go back home. It's time to stop repeating patterns. Let's look ahead. And always, always remember: protect your magic.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley
John Westover as Nico Salvai
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris
Katie Chin as Grace Chen
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma
Alex Welch as Noel Alden
Izzy O’Connell as Cass
Madison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa
Elena Fernandez Collins as Soledad Marquez
Maddi Albregts as Jessi
Khalila Roney as the Therapist
Giancarlo Hererra as Luis Acebo
and Roscoe Baird as Roscoe. We miss you, big baby.

3.12: Halo Mar 31, 2023

Season 3, Episode 12: "Halo"

Liam and Noel come back home. Morgan Reilley comes back to her senses. And the message comes out to everyone who's listening.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams, Katie Youmans, and Anne Baird and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
and Alex Welch as Noel Alden.

3.11: Damascus Mar 17, 2023

Season 3, Episode 11: "Damascus"

The TEAm sings a song, Mahira slings a sword, and Sol solves a situation.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE is created by me, Wil Williams. This episode was written by Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Ross Papa as Tomasso Salvai,
Abigail Beaudoin as Rhian Erwood,
Nikko Goldstein as Faire Actor 1,
Marnie Warner as Faire Actor 2,
Gavin Gaddis as Jarles,
Eileen Baird as Jarlette,
Rashika Rao as Faire Vendor 1,
Tal Minear as Faire Vendor 2,
Anna Stein as Bad Guy 1,
Nathan Comstock as Bad Guy 2,
Elena Fernandez Collins as Soledad Marquez,
and Sable as Soap!

3.10: Ties Mar 03, 2023

Season 3, Episode 10: "Ties"

Sarah finds something important. Liam finds time to share. And Mahira finds something she'd feared was lost forever.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
and Tareek Talati as Rahat Varma.

3.9: Currents Feb 17, 2023

Season 3, Episode 9: "Currents"

Liam finds out what's in his blood. Flynn gets something to put in his lungs. And Nico has too many things going on in their brain.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Elena Fernandez Collins as Soledad Marquez,
and Sable as Soap!

3.8: Turnabout Feb 03, 2023

Season 3, Episode 8: "Turnabout"

The TEAm lends a helping hand. Someone leaves empty-handed. And Reilley makes clear the stakes at hand.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans, with protest 101 consulting from Tuck Woodstock, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Amanda Noriko Newman as Rain,
Nadine Amami as Erica Alden,
and Gerald Hill as Newscaster.

3.7: Familiar Jan 20, 2023

Season 3, Episode 7: "Familiar"

It's Sarah's turn for family greetings. It's Liam's turn to accept help. And it's Soap's time to shine.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Elena Fernandez Collins as Soledad Marquez,
and Danielle Shemiah as Dana Harris.

3.6: Static Jan 06, 2023

Season 3, Episode 6: "Static"

Grace isn't a people person. Liam isn't well. And Nico isn't putting up with his shit.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
Salvatore Hall as Teddy Galford,
and Sable as Soap!

3.5: Hatch Dec 09, 2022

Season 3, Episode 5: "Hatch"

Nico has a type. Sarah breaks down. And Flynn speaks up.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams with Protest 101 consulting from Tuck Woodstock, creative consulting from Katie Chin, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
and Allen Chan as Marc.

3.4: Memento Mori Nov 25, 2022

Season 3, Episode 4: "Dead Air"

The team goes back to the scene of the crime. Mahira falls back under. And Liam gets put back in his place.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
and Roanna Cruz as Pratima Biswas.

3.3: Dark Sky Nov 11, 2022

Season 3, Episode 3: "Dark Sky"

Flynn reaches out to his family. Noel comes out to their family. And Liam remembers he's not family at all.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Anna Cristina as Adriana and Clara Velasco,
Joel de Jesus as Joaquin Velasco,
and Gina Leigh Smith as Lindsay Velasco.

3.2: Neon Oct 28, 2022

Season 3, Episode 2: "Neon"

Liam avoids himself. Nico acts against himself. And Noel meets themself.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans with story consulting by Anne Baird, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
Raul Vega as Raul,
Travis Reaves as Travis,
Ross Papa as Tomasso Salvai,
and Wil Williams as Adele.

3.1: Pacific Oct 14, 2022

Season 3, Episode 1: "Pacific"

The team isn't in New Candler anymore. Liam isn't fully himself anymore. And none of them are safe anymore.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com.

If you'd like to listen to the next two episodes in advance of their public release, you can purchase access to them now in the free Apollo Podcasts app.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
Madison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
and Rama Cruz as the Reporter.

Season 3 Trailer Aug 18, 2022

We are currently crowdfunding for Season 3 of VALENCE! Help support Season 3 at: https://igg.me/at/valence-s3

Sometimes, to move forward, you have to go back.

Lost. Powerless. Pursued. Liam Alden is, for the first time in his life, "normal". And that’s a problem, because he and the rest of the TEAm are stranded far away from home with law enforcement, Morgan Reilley, and the entire Salvai crime family hot on their trail. They’ll need every connection they’ve ever forged, and a major shift in approach, if they’re going to save both themselves and muses everywhere.

Come back home to New Candler one last time on October 14th, 2022 for the Season 3 premiere of VALENCE wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to seasons 1 and 2 of VALENCE now wherever you get your podcasts, and find out more at VALENCEpod.com.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
and Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco.

2.12: Harmony Jun 26, 2021

Season 2 Finale, Episode 12: "Harmony"

So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. Noel leads the TEAm into the heart of Halo. Everyone learns more than they wish they must.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Folxlore. You can find information on this queer horror podcast at https://www.tincanaudio.co.uk/folxlore.

Content warnings:

Depictions of gaslighting from 13:20 - 17:10

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans.

Performances by, in order of appearance: -Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco, -Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris, -Josh Rubino as Liam and Liam's Inner Voices, -Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma, -Katie Chin as Grace Chen, -John Westover as Nico Salvai, -Alex Welch as Noel Alden, -and the incomparable Naomi McMillan as Morgan Reilley.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.11: Egress Jun 26, 2021

Season 2, Episode 11: "Egress"

It's almost time. As boundaries get pushed and hit, Liam has to do his least favorite thing: make a choice.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Desperado, a podcast by Aeaea. You can find information on Desperado on their website: https://www.aeaea.co/desperado

Content warnings:

Discussions of suicidal ideation and familial trauma from 19:20 through the end of the episode.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil Williams.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
and Alex Welch as Noel Alden.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.10: Kindling Jun 12, 2021

Season 2, Episode 10: "Kindling"

Nobody's ever had a stressful family dinner before, right? With Nico back but Noel still on shaky ground, Liam isn't sure which way to go. Mahira listens, but she's got bigger things on her mind.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Changing Hands Bookstore. You can use our link at bit.ly/hhchanginghands to support this podcast and indie bookstores. This episode, we recommend "Ella Chanted" by Gail Carson Levine.

Content warnings:

Depictions of a panic attack from 24:45 - 26:20

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans.

Other music:

Quiet Music for Tiny Robots: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Quiet_Music_for_Tiny_Robots

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam and Liam's Inner Voices,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Sable the cat as Soap,
and Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.9: Tonic May 29, 2021

Season 2, Episode 9: "Tonic"

Liam catches himself going through the motions. It's easy to let time skip when you're not tuned in.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

This season of VALENCE is sponsored by our favorite VPN provider: ProtonVPN. VALENCE is full of precautionary tales about data privacy and keeping your personal information safe from data-collecting companies, and If you haven’t figured that out by now, you sure will soon. And there’s no easier way to protect your information and your magic than by using ProtonVPN. You can get started today with a free account, and help support this show and others, by signing up at https://hughouse.productions/protonvpn.

Content warnings:

Vague unreality throughout

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil Williams.

Performances by, in order of appearance: -Josh Rubino as Liam and Liam's Inner Voices, -Tina Huang as Michelle Bernadino, -Emily VanDerWerff as Hope Alexander, -Anne Baird as the MavenMatch ad, -Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco, -Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris, -Alex Welch as Noel Alden, -Mike Schubert as Todd from Accounting -Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma, -Katie Chin as Grace Chen, -Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa, and -the return of John Westover as Nico Salvai.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.8: Perennial May 15, 2021

Season 2, Episode 8: "Perennial"

Tough times make for strange dreams. Liam and Mahira train, but Liam has trouble processing himself anymore.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Changing Hands Bookstore. You can use our link at bit.ly/hhchanginghands to support this podcast and indie bookstores. This episode, we recommend their care packages.

Content warnings:

Fetishization
PTSD flashbacks
Familial trauma, unreality

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam and Liam's Inner Voices,
Reese Patterson as Novak,
Izzy O'Connell as Cass,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Brynna Youmans as the Young Girl,
David S. Dear as Richard Alden,
Sarah Rachel Evins as N-414,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa, and
Nadine Amami as Erica Alden.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.7: Icarus May 01, 2021

Season 2, Episode 7: "Icarus"

Liam's story isn't the only one that matters. (If it were up to Liam, he'd say his story doesn't matter at all.) For once, Liam listens to what others have to say.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

This episode of VALENCE is brought to you by Someone Dies in This Elevator, a podcast that’s a part of Sound Escape Productions. It’s a spoiler-driven anthology, in which there is always an elevator, and someone always dies. But everything else is different. You can learn more about the show on Twitter at @SDITEpod.

Content warnings:

Discussions of familial death from 11:48 - 24:00
Discussions of medical testing and transphobia from 14:08 - 24:00

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams, and titled by Katie Chin, who also named the blog itself.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam and Liam's Inner Voices,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Caleb del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Tag Natsuki as Blog Contributor 1
Emily VanDerWerff as Blog Contributor 2,
Leslie Joyce as Blog Contributor 3,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa, and
Tal Minear as Ash.

Support VALENCE by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/valence

2.6: Constellation Apr 17, 2021

Season 2, Episode 6: "Constellation"

It's time to get a little starry-eyed. Liam's head is in the clouds between obstacles at works, a potential breakthrough, and... a date.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Proton VPN. You can use our link at hughouse.productions/protonvpn to support this podcast and keep your data safe.

Content warnings:

Depictions of in-scene misgendering, trans impostor syndrome, dysphoria, and transphobia throughout. (We're processing some stuff here in the Hug House Writers Room. That stuff is gender.)

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams, with story consulting from Caleb Del Rio and Elena Fernández Collins.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
Caleb del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Richie Ammons as Halo Security Officer,
Emma Laslett as Planetarium Employee, and
Miranda Southwell as Planetarium Show Narrator

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2.5: Jitters Apr 03, 2021

Season 2, Episode 5: "Jitters"

Liam's nervous--but in, you know, new ways. Liam gets a new name. The boys go shopping.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Changing Hands Bookstore. You can use our link at bit.ly/hhchanginghands to support this podcast and indie bookstores. This episode, we recommend "The Brilliant Death" by Amy Rose Capetta.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams, with story consulting from Caleb Del Rio.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Michael Schubert as Todd from Accounting,
Richie Ammons as Halo Security Officer,
Sarah Evins as Test Subject N-414,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Rue Dickey as the Shopkeep, and
Tal Minear as Ash

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2.4: Eucalyptus Mar 20, 2021

Season 2, Episode 4: "Eucalyptus"

Liam starts something new, and everything is just a little too... clean. Liam asks about the past and avoids his present. And Noel makes a joke.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Proton VPN. You can use our link at hughouse.productions/protonvpn to support this podcast and keep your data safe.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil Williams.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Katie Youmans as the Halo UI Voice,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
and Sable as Soap.

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2.3: Spring Cleaning Mar 06, 2021

Season 2, Episode 3: "Spring Cleaning"

Out with the old and in with the new. Liam changes things and makes a new friend, but is it enough to distract him from the rest of his life? (No. Obviously.)

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more. Don't miss out on... The Soap Cut.

VALENCE is brought to you by Changing Hands Bookstore. You can use our link at bit.ly/hhchanginghands to support this podcast and indie bookstores. This episode, Katie recommends the Mirror Visitor Quartet, starting with "A Winter's Promise," by Christelle Dabos.

Content warnings:

Depictions of familial trauma throughout
Discussions of oppression and imprisonment starting at 28:30

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil William

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Julie Cleburn as the hairdresser,
Vyn Vox as the tattoo artist,
Bennett Medi as the florist,
Mads Upton as the shelter employee,
Sable as Soap,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Miracle Fonmanu as Zoe Kafoa,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
and Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes.

(and yes, I call this episode "spreaning" in my head.)

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2.2: Somnolence Feb 20, 2021

Season 2, Episode2: "Somnolence"

Some connections are forged, and some are shattered. Liam picks through the fallout to figure out his next steps.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Proton VPN. VPNs are a great way to encrypt and protect your data (and your magic) from being accessed by other parties. That's why here at Hug House, we use VPNs. VALENCE is just as much a story about data privacy as our other themes, and we want to make sure you're keeping yourself protected. If you'd like to support Hug House and make Sarah proud, we'd appreciate it if you could use our affiliate link. You can find it at https://hughouse.productions/protonvpn

Content warnings:

Familial trauma throughout
Discussions of a past bomb threat at 5:30
Discussions of blood, injuries, and death from 22:15

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
with production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voices,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
David S. Dear as Richard Alden,
and John Westover as Nico Salvai.

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2.1: Axis Feb 06, 2021

Season 2, Episode 1: "Axis"

It's been a minute. The news cycle churns. Relationships change. And Liam goes outside.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is brought to you by Changing Hands Bookstore. You can use our link at bit.ly/hhchanginghands to support this podcast and indie bookstores. This episode, we recommend "Oval" by Elvia Welk.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Travis Reaves,
With production by Raul Vega.
Additional music provided by Loyalty Freak Music and Kai Engel.
VALENCE was created by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is edited and sound designed by Wil Williams.
VALENCE is directed by Katie Youmans and Anne Baird.
VALENCE is produced by Anne Baird.
This episode was written by Wil William

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voices,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Katie Youmans as the Halo Ad,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Maddison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
and Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Márquez.

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Season 2 Trailer and Crowdfunding! Sep 01, 2020

It's time for our Season 2 IndieGogo crowdfunding--and the trailer for our second season! Our crowdfunding campaign lasts until September 30th, 2020, so make sure to support while you can. We have some pretty tempting rewards we promise you won't want to miss. You can find our crowdfunding campaign at bit.ly/VALENCEs2.

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1.12: Monsoon Aug 01, 2020

Season 1, Episode 12 (Season 1 Finale): "Monsoon"

A storm of sorts breaks as the TEAm breaks into Reilley's facility. Also, a bunch of other things break.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Depictions of magical violence throughout
Discussions of familial death from 32:00 - 33:00

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Dallas Wheatley as the security guard,
Julia Schifini as Hailee (aka "Blondie"),
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Madison Dabbs-Petty as Elisha Dawes,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
and Katie Chin as Grace Chen.

Special thanks to:

You. Thank you.

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1.11: Covalent Bonds Jul 18, 2020

Season 1, Episode 11: "Covalent Bonds"

The TEAm plans. But things don't always go according to plan. Why get comfortable with a situation instead of expecting the unexpected?

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
and John Westover as Nico Salvai,

Special thanks to:

Bob Raymonda
dr.t.love
Josh Timlen
Karilyn Rust
Kat Schwartz
Michaela Voorhees

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1.10: Recalibrate Jul 04, 2020

Season 1, Episode 10: "Recalibrate"

The team shifts focus. It's time for everyone to reset their mindset.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

This episode of VALENCE is brought to you by Unwell. You can find Unwell right here on your podcatcher, or at https://www.unwellpodcast.com/.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans and Wil Williams,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Tal Minear as the Firecreek barista,
and Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco.

Shoutout to the real Firecreek Coffee in Flagstaff, Arizona. They didn't pay us or anything. I just really love it and miss it.

Special thanks to:

Andrea Klassen
Fox Cooper
Ian Flower
Jimmy Chann
Keegan Knoll
Liam Belson

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1.9: Scatter Jun 20, 2020

Season 1, Episode 9: "Scatter"

The team pays respects.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

This episode of VALENCE is brought to you by Less is Morgue. You can find Less is Morgue right here on your podcatcher, or at https://lessismorgue.com/.

Content warnings:

Depictions of grief and mourning throughout
Depictions of alcoholism from the beginning of the episode - 10:18
Discussions of struggles with mental health throughout

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Elena Fernández Collins as Soledad Marquez,
Leslie Gideon, Cole Burkhardt, Tal Minear, Erin Kyan, Leslie Joyce, Dick Joyce, and the attendees of the PRX Podcast Garage Exhibitor Party at Podtales 2019.

Sorry, Podtales pals.

Special thanks to:

Adriana Alarcon
Alice Tobin
Alyna Gorman
Damien Valencia-Hidenfelter
Miranda Milovich
Sebastian Chong

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1.8: Ghosts May 30, 2020

Season 1, Episode 8: "Ghosts"

It's time to confront the past and the present if the goal is a better future. The team clashes around important decisions. Liam gets several rude awakenings. And then, things change forever.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

This episode of VALENCE is brought to you by Hit the Bricks. You can find Hit the Bricks right here on your podcatcher, or at https://hitthebricks.com/.

Content warnings:

It's another rough one, pals
Discussions of the prison industrial complex/imprisonment throughout
Discussions of inhumane medical/scientific testing throughout
Discussions of abuse from 13:13--that wasn't intentional, oh my god--to the end of the episode
Depiction of a panic attack from 19:15 to the end of the episode
Discussions of death from 19:15 to the end of the episode

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
and Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
and David S. Dear as Richard Alden.

Special thanks to:

Christopher Magilton
Gabrielle Watts
Jennifer Sugden
Michael Hudson
Rebecca Sentance
Robert Anderson

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1.7: Cost Benefit Analysis Apr 04, 2020

Season 1, Episode 7: "Cost Benefit Analysis"

Who benefits when Halo, Inc. throws a benefit? The rich. Well, and those who crash the benefit to steal hors d'oeuvres. And information. Information doesn't benefit. It's stolen.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Depictions of alcohol and food throughout
Depictions of a panic attack from 9:18 - 10:30
Depictions of violence from 28:00 - the end of the episode

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans with story consultation by [AJ Goldman] (https://twitter.com/goldenretreevee),
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
Christopher Wilson as Philip Plummer,
David Rheinstrom as the attendee,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
and Julia Schifini as Hailee.

Special thanks to:

Danielle Welch
Evelyn Regan
Jeff Van Dreason
Leslie Joyce
Phoebe Seiders
Ryan Boelter

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1.6: Praxis Mar 21, 2020

Season 1, Episode 6: "Praxis"

Liam asks the questions that need to be asked. The team makes a plan that needs to be made. And Flynn finds out about a symphony that . . . needs to have cannons.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Depiction of a hangover (and debatable alcoholism) from 1:00 - 1:34

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo,
Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
and Elena Fernández Collins as Soleded Marquez.

Special thanks to:

Amanda Stewart
David Rheinstrom
Erin M Speckley
Jeff Chaney
Jordan Stillman
Nate Harrison
Sara Ghaleb

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Bonus: Luis's Guided Relaxation Mar 16, 2020

Bonus: "Luis's Guided Relaxation"

Things are scary right now. And things are scary a lot of the time. Here at Hug House, we wanted to give you something to help calm you in times of worry. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode, a guided relaxation exercise from Luis. Take a walk on a calm beach. Thank your heart. Watch the tide take your worries away. Everything changes. Everything remains.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Depictions of the ocean and waves throughout

Credits:

Episode concept by the wonderful Katie Chin
The music in this episode was "You, Yourself and the Main Character" by Komiku.
This episode was written, edited, and sound designed by Wil Williams,
and performed by Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo.

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1.5: HAVEN Mar 07, 2020

Season 1, Episode 5: "HAVEN"

The team goes farming. No, wait. They investigate the server farm and find more than they anticipated.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Gunshot sound effect at 16:16

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Cole Burkhardt as the security guard,
and Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo.

Special thanks to:

Alex Telander
Colin Kelly
Erin Callahan
Kasey Fracica
Madison Upton
PJ Scott-Blankenship
William Shankles

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1.4: Pinpoint Feb 22, 2020

Season 1, Episode 4: "Pinpoint"

Liam and Nico hunt down a lead and find something unexpected. The day gets worse from there.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content warnings:

Depictions of in-universe oppressive speech from 17:10 - 20:40
Depictions of a panic attack and intrusive thoughts from 17:30 - 20:40
Discussions of suicidal ideation from 20:40 - 25:10
References to childhood abuse and struggles with mental health from 25:10 until the end of the episode

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Alex Welch as Noel Alden,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Daphne Nitsuga as the journalist,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
and Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo.

Special thanks to:

Darcy Kennedy
Fireside Folktales
Jason Monteith
Laura Penrod
Marnie Warner
Tom Baird
Whitney Johnson

1.3: Razzle Dazzle Feb 08, 2020

Season 1, Episode 3: "Razzle Dazzle"

Liam and the team track their lead. But those tables get turned.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content Warnings

Depiction of marijuana use starting at 10:30, used sparingly through the remainder of the episode

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
John Westover as Nico Salvai,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
and Anne Baird as the voicemail.

Special thanks to:

Collin Gifford
Kim Dauber
Leah Bibby
Mallory Vance
Michael McKenzie
Nick Douglas
Travis Whitehead

1.2: Petrichor Jan 25, 2020

Season 1, Episode 2: "Petrichor"

Liam meets the team. It starts to rain in New Candler.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Content Warnings

Depictions of panic attacks at 4:07 and 14:45
Depiction of fictional aggressive oppression at 15:00
Depiction of alcohol consumption and debatable alcoholism at 21:47

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Whitney Johnson as the elevator voice,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Jordan Cobb as Sarah Harris,
Jake Rocco as the cab driver,
Ross Papa as the interviewer,
Aiden Kinsella as Jordan Gardner,
and Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo.

Special thanks to:

Casey Trujillo
Jordan Eagan
Lindsay Holt
Rachel Rauch
Richard Kreutz-Landry
Shelley Wermuth
V Silverman

1.1: Pros and Cons Jan 11, 2020

Season 1, Episode 1: "Pros & Cons"

Liam loses power but gains an intriguing offer. Wait, that sounds ominous. He literally loses power--as in, the utility in his apartment. If anything's ominous, it's the offer, really.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

VALENCE is a Hug House Production. You can find more about Hug House, including our VALENCE making-of documentary, Scoring Magic, at hughouse.productions

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was written by Wil Williams,
With editing and sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Wil Williams as the utilities representative,
Anne Baird as the voicemail,
Katie Youmans as the Halo ad,
Eileen Baird as Jarlette, the tourist,
Gavin Gaddis as Jarles, the tourist,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
V Silverman as the LBQ barista,
Jamieson Ridenhour as the Father,
Gwyn Ridenhour as the Mother,
Brynna Youmans as the Daughter,
and Evelyn Regan as the Halo employee.

Special thanks to:

Casey Trujillo
Rachel Rauch
Collin Gifford
Kasey Fracica
Amanda Stewart
Ryan Boelter
Danielle Welch
Michael Hudson
Ross Papa
Robert Anderson

VALENCE Trailer Jan 11, 2020

VALENCE is a serialized urban fantasy audio drama by Hug House Productions about magic, data privacy, queerness, found family, and revolution. Find more at valencepod.com. We hope to see you soon in New Candler. And remember: protect your magic.

Credits:

VALENCE was created by Wil Williams. This episode was written by Wil Williams and Katie Youmans, and edited and sound designed by Wil Williams. This episode was directed by Anne Baird and Katie Youmans, transcribed by Katie Youmans, and produced by Anne Baird. The VALENCE Season 1 theme was composed by Raul Vega with guitar by Travis Reaves, and the Season 3 theme was composed by Travis Reaves.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
David S. Dear as Richard Alden,
Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Roanna Cruz as Pratima Biswas,
and Giancarlo Herrera as Luis Acebo.

Trailer: "You know who you are." Jan 04, 2020

In New Candler, Liam Alden, a magic user (or "muse," if you're not pretentious), is given a choice that could change his life. If he takes it, it won't just be himself he's battling. It'll also be the most successful magic-inhibiting tech giant to date.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners, coming January 11th, 2020. You can find more information, including transcripts, at valencepod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

Credits:

Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This trailer was edited by Wil Williams,
With additional sound design by Julia Schifini.

Performances by, in order of appearance:

Josh Rubino as Liam Alden and Liam's Inner Voice,
Katie Chin as Grace Chen,
Ishani Kanetkar as Mahira Varma,
Noami McMillan as Morgan Reilley,
and Caleb Del Rio as Flynn Velasco.

Trailer: Coming Soon Dec 13, 2019

Welcome to New Candler, cultural epicenter of the United States. Visit Trudon Circle, an art mecca turned tourist trap where you can find musicals, massive neon billboards, street performers, and pickpockets. The bodega on 12th and Salt will sell you spells on the cheap if you know how to ask, but everyone knows they’re better quality on Root and Amsterdam. But if you’re a magic user — or, as pretty much everyone nowadays says, a muse — you’d better be wearing a Halo so your magic doesn’t make a ruckus or hurt anyone. In the city of New Candler, magic is scarce by design. A tech mogul wants to keep it that way. And a magic user wants freedom.

VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners, coming January 11th, 2020. You can find more information at https://valencepod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.

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Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
The Halo ad was performed by Katie Youmans.
This teaser was edited by Wil Williams,
With additional sound design by Julia Schifini.

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