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The Sleep Wake Cycle
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The Sleep Wake Cycle | Trailer
03:38|From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast, welcome to the Sleep/Wake cycle. When nightmares learn to follow us out of sleep, waking is no longer a cure for dreaming.Credits:Written by: Mark AnzaloneVoiced by: Mark Anzalone and Steven AnzaloneMusic by: Hampus Naeselius and Steven AnzaloneArtwork by: Guilluame DucosMastering by: Steven AnzaloneThe Sleep Wake Cycle | Trailer 2
01:47|An excerpt from one of the Esoterium's recon teams investigating a strange town and one of its residents.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.Written by: Mark AnzaloneVoiced by: Steven AnzaloneMusic by: Steven AnzaloneArtwork by: Guilluame DucosMastering by: Steven Anzalone1. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 1
20:05||Season 1, Ep. 1The Sleep/Wake Cycle series premiere finds exopsychotics investigator Isaiah Stroud with a new government assignment — assessing the state of the US in the wake of the Great Darkness of 1999.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark AnzaloneHandler voiced by Mark Anzalone--Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Michael Vignola, Shahead Mostafafar, Emilio Merone, Oliver Michael, and Steven AnzaloneSound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, and ArtlistDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental Illness2. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 2
21:04||Season 1, Ep. 2Dreamcatcher Rosemary Stroud senses a change in the wind after receiving a new assignment from her mysterious employers.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairHandler voiced by Steven Anzalone--Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Lennon Hutton, Shahead Mostafafar, Hampus Naeselius, Michael Vignola, and Linus-JohnssonSound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, and ArtlistDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental Illness3. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 3
19:53||Season 1, Ep. 3Isaiah ponders life without the hunt and goes for stroll. Rosemary arrives at the restaurant for her meeting.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairIsaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone--Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Shahead Mostafafar, Michael Vignola, Tom Goldstein, and Steven AnzaloneSound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, and ArtlistDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental Illness4. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 4
21:30||Season 1, Ep. 4Isaiah and Rosemary briefly reconnect. A new handler starts them on their first assignment together.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairIsaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone--Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Shahead Mostafafar, Michael Vignola, and Steven AnzaloneSound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, and ArtlistDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental Illness5. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 5
24:00||Season 1, Ep. 5The twins learn some background on their first case and make their way to the airport.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairIsaiah Stroud voiced by Mark AnzaloneMercer Boley voiced by Mark AnzaloneBenjamin Reynard voiced by Mark Anzalone--The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Amadasounds and Steven AnzaloneMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, and ArtlistDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religion6. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 6
21:48||Season 1, Ep. 6The twins learn of unwanted attention, and Rosemary learns some sad truths about her much-changed brother.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairIsaiah Stroud voiced by Mark AnzaloneNeo-Gnostic voiced by Mark AnzaloneFishermen voiced by Mark AnzaloneWaiter voiced by Mark Anzalone--The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Falls, Wicked Cinema, and Steven AnzaloneMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, and SoundstripeDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religion7. The Sleep Wake Cycle | Ep. 7
19:10||Season 1, Ep. 7An eventful flight comes to an end. The twins split up, pursuing separate paths as their investigation continues to unfold.From the creators of the Maeltopia podcast.EARLY ACCESS to podcast episodes, behind-the-scenes bonus videos with the Maeltopia team and more await you on our Patreon!Join us on Discord!Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!Credits:Written by Mark AnzaloneEdited by Walker KornfeldSound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone--Rosemary Stroud voiced by Kelly BairIsaiah Stroud voiced by Mark AnzaloneMan in Car voiced by Steven Anzalone--The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Shawn ZellerOutro music by Steven AnzaloneMusic by Falls, Wicked Cinema, and Steven AnzaloneMusic and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, and SoundstripeDisclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. Content warnings: Murderers Audio Hallucinations Visual Hallucinations Fear of the Dark Menacing AgenciesDerogatory terms for Mental IllnessDiscussions of religion