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Odyssey Geek

By Odyssey Geek

Join a veteran Adventures in Odyssey fan as he discusses the ins and outs of the popular audio drama series. Listen in to hear the Odyssey Geek (and some rotating guest hosts) share reviews, live commentaries, ranked lists, and more covering all aspects of the show in a unique way.
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BONUS - Odyssey Addicts Anonymous

Odyssey GeekDec 26, 2023

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BONUS - Odyssey Addicts Anonymous

BONUS - Odyssey Addicts Anonymous

Austin shares another special AIO-inspired audio drama that he produced over 7 years ago.

Summary:

Five Adventures in Odyssey fans became fanatics. They joined Odyssey Addicts Anonymous, a support group, to deal with their addictions. This is their story.



Music: "Anguish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Dec 26, 202310:33
BONUS - An Odyssey Date Night

BONUS - An Odyssey Date Night

Austin shares a special AIO-inspired audio drama that he produced over 10 years ago.

Summary:

Two die-hard Odyssey fans go on their first date together. Is it a match made in heaven?

Nov 28, 202304:19
Secrets, Surprises & Scriptural Stories - Top 5 AIO Bible Episodes
Oct 17, 202302:25:23
BONUS - The Future of Beyond AIO
Oct 07, 202305:10
BONUS - Try Not to Laugh AIO Edition #4
Sep 01, 202306:15
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Review of The Gift and Goliath
Aug 16, 202302:04:37
All The Right Notes - Top 5 Favorite AIO Music Scores
Jul 10, 202301:22:55
The Flag Was Still There - Commentary on By Dawn’s Early Light
Jul 04, 202328:05
There's Something Else Out There - Other Audio Dramas AIO Fans Will Love

There's Something Else Out There - Other Audio Dramas AIO Fans Will Love

Did you know there are tons of audio dramas other than just Adventures in Odyssey? Well, you’ll know many of them by the time this episode is over! JD Sutter from Audio Theatre Central joins the podcast again to talk about this topic.

First, Austin and JD talk about why they think some people don't listen to more than just AIO and also debunk some misconceptions that AIO fans may have about trying something new.

Then, they give a detailed list of other audio dramas AIO fans will enjoy. The two audio drama nerds share some mini reviews and some good starting points for new listeners. There are many Odyssey connections that can be found in several of those shows and JD and Austin bring those up as well.








FOR THE HISTORY BUFFS

The Extraordinary Adventures of GA Henty

Your Story Hour

Freedom: William Bradford and the American Pilgrims Part 1 and Part 2

Twice Free: Amanda Smith

The Reverend Spy

AIR Theatre

Hiding In Plain Sight


FOR THE MYSTERY SOLVERS

Shadows and Daylight

Nick Guy, Private Eye

Red Rock Mysteries

Last Chance Detectives

Father Gilbert Mysteries

Rick Wraith, Christian Detective


FOR THE MUSICAL FANS

Professor Boggs

The Little Red Hen

Patch the Pirate


FOR THE BIBLE LOVERS

The Adventum

Witnesses

David, A Man of Passion and Destiny, Part 1 and Part 2

Suddenly One Morning

A Bethlehem Christmas

Titus: A Comrade of the Cross

The Luke Reports - The Life of Jesus

The Most Important Passover


FOR CLASSIC LITERATURE NERDS

Oliver Twist

Lamplighter Theatre

Ben-Hur

LifeHouse Theater On-the-Air

Jekyll & Hyde


FOR ADRENALINE AFICIONADOS

Jonathan Park

Jake Muller Adventures

Left Behind and Left Behind - The Kids

Ranger Bill


FOR THE EVERYDAY ADVENTURERS

Kids Corner - Liz and Friends

Paws and Tales

Base Camp Adventures

Down Gilead Lane

Discovery Mountain

The Brinkman Adventures

Sugar Creek Gang

The Pond

Jungle Jam


FOR FANTASY FANS

The Chronicles of Narnia

Sir Knight of the Splendid Way

Giant Killer

The Lord of the Rings

The Legend of Quetzalcoatl

A Bit of Time Travel

The Encounter




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Jun 07, 202301:47:49
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Review of If the Tooth Be Known and The Grecian Urn
May 16, 202301:16:11
Novacom 2.0 - Review of Album 73: 28 Hours
Apr 27, 202301:33:56
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Plans In The Breaking and The Scarlet Stain
Mar 25, 202301:18:03
Wonderful Whodunits - Top 10 Favorite AIO Mysteries
Feb 28, 202301:27:04
BONUS - Where Are You, Album 72 Review?
Feb 07, 202303:17
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - The Hullabaloo At Hunker Hill and A Pirate's Life
Feb 03, 202301:04:09
Proceed with Caution - AIO Episodes That Need Parental Warnings

Proceed with Caution - AIO Episodes That Need Parental Warnings

First-time guest host John Tuttle III (Adventures in Opinions Podcast) joins Austin to talk about a rarely discussed topic. There are multiple episodes of Adventures in Odyssey that do not have a parental warning on them. However, there are several episodes with violence, death, or overall creepiness that got a pass. Austin and John share which intense episodes they think should be given the Dave Arnold treatment. You’ll also hear their thoughts on their favorite episode that DOES have a parental warning on it, a discussion on if parents should be involved with their child’s entertainment consumption, and the word "intense" used a lot. 


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Jan 16, 202333:35
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Staci's Dilemma and Blinded By The Sight
Jan 02, 202301:22:44
BONUS - A Christmas Gift for You
Dec 06, 202202:51
LOL Worthy - Top 5 Funniest AIO Episodes
Oct 21, 202256:05
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - A Conscious Effort and Tiffany Cometh
Aug 29, 202201:10:04
The Narnia of Odyssey - A Look at the Passages Series

The Narnia of Odyssey - A Look at the Passages Series

David Hilder from the AIO Update makes his first appearance on the podcast! He joins Austin for an in-depth look at the Passages novels and audio dramas. The two discuss their favorite/least favorite books, give mini-reviews of the audio episodes, theorize how the series could be revived, and, of course, talk about whether or not Marus is real.


Aug 04, 202201:08:60
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Review of The Great Go-Cart Race and Hold the Anchovies
Jul 27, 202201:18:60
BONUS - Try Not to Laugh AIO Edition #3
Jul 13, 202204:20
Doubts, Dangers, and Detectives - Review of Album 71: A Slippery Slope
Jun 30, 202231:05
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - The Honey Buzz Principle and Snake Oil
Jun 01, 202201:27:39
Would You Like a Muffin? - A Novacom Saga Retrospection
Apr 27, 202201:10:07
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - The Lighthouse and A Race Against Time
Apr 18, 202201:17:09
BONUS - A Brief Discussion about Down Gilead Lane
Apr 06, 202210:21
Something Older, Something Newer - A Discussion about Classic vs. Modern AIO
Mar 28, 202201:04:44
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Review of A Closer Look & God with the Wind
Mar 22, 202201:40:03
BONUS - Celebrating Six Thousand
Mar 08, 202205:11
Snow Place Like Odyssey -  Review of AIO Club: Season 8
Mar 01, 202236:13
Beyond AIO | Review of Jonathan Park - The Dreamer's Tomb, Episodes 7 - 12
Feb 04, 202201:08:16
Cherished Collections - Top 5 Favorite AIO Albums
Jan 11, 202201:39:56
Beyond AIO | Review of Jonathan Park - The Dreamer's Tomb, Episodes 1 - 6
Jan 01, 202201:15:26
Odyssean Cheer - Top 10 Favorite Christmas Episodes
Dec 13, 202101:47:52
BONUS - The Ukulele is Silent
Dec 02, 202105:34
A Satisfactory Conclusion - Review of Album 70: Finding a Way, Part 2
Oct 30, 202124:44
BONUS - Try Not to Laugh: AIO Edition #2
Sep 03, 202104:40
BONUS - Try Not to Laugh: AIO Edition #1

BONUS - Try Not to Laugh: AIO Edition #1

Are you up to the challenge? Can you listen to these clips from Adventures in Odyssey episodes without laughing out loud? 

Aug 16, 202104:36
It's Comeback Time - Review of Album 70: Finding a Way, Part 1
Jul 10, 202125:59
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - Standing Alone & Correction Course
Jun 14, 202101:18:11
Strengths and Weaknesses - Top 3 Things AIO is Doing Right and Wrong

Strengths and Weaknesses - Top 3 Things AIO is Doing Right and Wrong

Ben Kempf from Odyssey and Abroad joins Austin for a special discussion episode! The two fans talk about what they believe are the top 3 things that Adventures in Odyssey is currently doing well and the things that need improvement. Are there too many characters on the show? Is Album 70 a throwback to years past? Who's behind some of the best things that are happening now? These questions and more will be answered in this in-depth analysis.



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Jun 01, 202101:05:51
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - High Noon & The Princess
May 26, 202101:44:24
BONUS - The Last Chance Detectives are Back!
May 08, 202106:15
The Unthinkable Questions - How and When Should AIO End?

The Unthinkable Questions - How and When Should AIO End?

JD Sutter from Audio Theatre Central joins Austin to discuss the topic of what the hypothetical stopping point for Adventures in Odyssey should look like. The thought exercise includes the questions:

  1. Should AIO end? 
  2. How should AIO end?
  3. When should AIO end?

Hear both longtime Odyssey fans as they discuss which storylines should be wrapped up before the show ends, how other audio drama series have concluded, and the importance of Connie and Eugene.



This podcast uses this sound from freesound.org:

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Apr 17, 202150:01
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - I'm a Believer

Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - I'm a Believer

To celebrate Easter, Austin & Michael review the first and only Easter special from Paws and Tales called I'm a Believer. Comparisons to the Imagination Station episodes come up, as well as discussions about CJ's disinterest with the greatest story ever, overreliance on Bible reimaginings, & what great sound effects and music can do for an audio drama. Listen to I'm a Believer Listen to the accompanying song for the episode, May I Not Forget
Apr 02, 202156:06
Chicken, Pizza, & Muffins - Review of The Martyr and the Rooster, The Forever Gift, & Teach a Man
Mar 30, 202101:10:42
Beyond AIO | Review of Paws and Tales - The Perfect Christmas Gift
Feb 24, 202101:12:47
A Three-Legged Dog & Singing Vegetables - Review of Badges of Honor & A Simple Reminder
Feb 17, 202144:53