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By listening to this recap you can entirely skip Critical Research Season 1.We did this because we realized the our first creation was a bit rough compared to our later works and didn't want anyone to miss Season 2.We’ve assembled a recap of Critical Research‘s first season to help prepare you for the series’ return. Here you’ll find all the need-to-know information pertaining to the present fates of Dr. Kovski and his team.

Join Liberty Producer and Co-Creator Travis Vengroff, writer Kaitlin Statz, and voice of Boom – Christy Luse for a fan-submitted question and answer episode for the second season of Liberty: Critical Research! A special thanks to everyone who submitted a question!Shows we discussed:Alba Salix: Royal Physicianhttp://www.albasalix.com/The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Programhttp://nerdyshow.com/cthulhu/Critical Rolehttp://geekandsundry.com/shows/critical-role/The NoSleep Podcasthttps://www.thenosleeppodcast.com/episodes

Catch a glimpse into some of the fun we've had over the last 6 months and experience the tongue twisters, late night recording madness, and goofy sleep-deprived antics. Listen as a team of dedicated actors braves their way through the complicated names and phrases of the Fringe in the outtakes reel from our second season!

Normally we’d be inviting you to embark on a dangerous expedition into the unknown in Liberty – a serialized sci-fi audio drama – but in this very special episode, we’re keeping things on Earth and going behind the scenes!Have you ever wondered what goes into creating your favorite audio drama series like Liberty: Critical Research, Night Vale, Tanis, or even our RPG series Dark Dice? Maybe you’ve even wondered what it would take to make your own? Join Fool and Scholar Productions as we take you through the creative process!In this special episode we cover everything from idea to upload including: recording, acting, creating sound effects and promoting your creation.Timestamps:1:52 – Why Audio Drama?5:32 – Who are we?6:40 – Writing to Your Strengths10:05 – Writing an Audio Drama15:30 – Casting Voices and More About Writing26:45 – Gear That’s Helpful30:47 – Recording Your Actors37:27 – Voice Acting Interview with Paul Mella (Dr. Kovski)49:24 – Sound Effects and Ambience55:36 – Editing56:50 – Mixing/Mastering Interview with Brandon Strader (Sound Engineer)1:08:32 – Uploading & Consistency01:11:24 – Promotion01:16:02 – Most Importantly…01:17:38 – Q/A01:23:13 – Podcast RecommendationsResources:Freesound.org – (Free Sound Effects)Sonniss (Sound Effects that Cost Money)Kevin Macleod (Free Music)Audio Drama HUB Group (formerly the Audio Drama Production Podcast)(Advice, Friendship)Podtrac (Track Your Growth)Podcasts to check out:Limetown (Season 1) (horror)The Black Tapes (horror)Small Town Horror (horror)Psuedopod (horror)The NoSleep Podcast (horror)Edict Zero (sci-fi)SAYER (sci-fi)Wooden Overcoats (comedy)The Orphans (sci-fi)Gear we use:Focusright Scarlette 2i2 (interface from the microphone to your USB)Acoustica Mixcraft (DAW)Røde Microphone KitSony H4N Zoom (handheld microphone)Credits:Editing by Travis VengroffMixing by Brandon StraderAttribution:“Rabbit 2.wav” edited, originally recorded by quetzalcontla“Horror Piano Note” originally recorded by kickhat“laboratory – loop.wav” originally recorded by sound-master“Heart To Nowhere” – Written and Performed by Kevin Macleod

Greetings,This is a brief update episode.In Short:We are renaming ourselves to Fool and Scholar ProductionsWe have a bunch of new Liberty stories in the worksWe will also be creating new stories set outside of the Liberty universeWe appreciate you, our Patrons. Thank you <3

A quick note to our Patrons: We have been working pretty much non-stop since the start of April. We attended three conventions, hosted open auditions, vetted through them cast 50+ roles and personally replied to each person, we hosted panels, and set the groundwork for our next four seasons. We appreciate your patience as we take a semi-break this week and release this minisode.Thank you to all of our valued Citizen listeners for tuning in this week to Liberty: Tales from the Tower. We have no shortage of stories to share with you, but due to an illness among our team, we are forced to delay our regularly scheduled premiere of our first by two weeks. In the meantime, here's Aurelia, who has all the lifetime news you need to know…Credits:Written by Kaitlin Statz & Travis VengroffProduced by Travis Vengroff Mixing by Brandon StraderAurelia Stolo - Kaitlin StatzArchon Reeve - Jeannie CorcoranMusic:"Limitless" - Written and Performed by David Yasensky "Atrius Endures" - Written and Performed by Steven Melin"Tales from the Tower Theme 2.0" - Arranged and Performed by Brandon Boone Tales from the Tower art by Cap BlackardSpecial Thanks To:Our Patreon supporters!  |  Klipsch  |  Tovusound  |  Cap Blackard  |  Brandon Boone

Vigilance is an Actual Play of the Liberty: AFTER roleplaying game. Dialogue with NPC's has been replaced with a full voice cast and immersive sound effects create an added layer of immersion.The party searches for missing Citizen Hadrian Baker, who was reported missing by his place of employment.Credits:Story by Travis Vengroff (The Game Master)Editing and Writing Assistance by K.A. StatzProduced by Travis VengroffMixing by Brandon StraderCast:Narrator / Game Master – Wayne JuneCassius Tsogot – Caitlin BuckleySylvanus Claerhaut – Peter LewisDiana Azad – Kaitlin StatzHoratius McBride – Sean FrancisVinius Southstud – Brandt CooleyMarinius Oroko – Jeannie CorcoranSgt. Muler – Dave FennoyHilde Baker – Sarah GoldingJunea Baker – Abbey KindlerSgt. Colliver – George LoweNewscaster – Travis VengroffZoe Von Embler – Computer“Vigilance Theme” – Arranged and Performed by Ryan McQuinn“Missing Persons” – Written and Performed by Steven Melin“Surrender” – Written and Performed by Brandon StraderVigilance art by Dan Stanekwww.LibertyEndures.comThis is a Fool and Scholar Production.Special Thanks to:Our Patreon supporters! |  Klipsch |  TovusoundSound Effects: (attribution licensees)None this episode!

Tonight we return to the shining city of Atrius for new tales of horror in Season 3 of Tales from the Tower... Recent mining excavations led to the discovery of a small descending hole beneath the city, aptly titled The Narrow. Listen to uncover what we know so far.Credits:Written by K.A. StatzProduced by Travis VengroffCo-Produced, with Sound Design and Mixing by Sarah BuchynskiCast:Petrus Claerhaut – Peter LewisCarillo – Sarah Rhea WernerCard – Christy LuseRama – Daniel DemerinVerr – Pacific S. ObadiahWalco – Travis VengroffAttendant – Sean HowardSilva – Zoe Von EmblerElidi – Sean Daniel Francis“Tales from the Tower Theme 2.0” – Arranged and Performed by Brandon Boone“Critical Research 2.0” – Written by Travis Vengroff, arranged and performed by Steven Melin“Blackout” – Written by Adam Cartwright, arranged by Travis VengroffTales from the Tower art by Cap BlackardWe have a web comic, merch, and a roleplaying game at:www.LibertyEndures.comThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. Special Thanks to:Our Patreon supporters! | Carol Vengroff | David Cummings | Jon Grilz |  Tovusound Sound Effects: (attribution licensees)“laboratory – loop.wav” originally recorded by sound-master:https://www.freesound.org/people/sound-master/sounds/57329

Dave Fennoy is one of the top voice actors of our time. We've been lucky enough to work with him on all of our Liberty productions and today he offers some great insights on How to go Pro as a Voice Actor!What are guilds? Do I need an agent? How long should my demo reel be? All this and more will be answered...His Website: VoiceActingForGames.com