The NoSleep Podcast

A very special Christmas edition of Sleepless Decompositions is presented with festive freakiness.

“Up on the Roof” written by Warren Benedetto (Story starts around 00:05:20)

Produced & performed by David Cummings

“Down on the Bed” written by Holly Dionis (Story starts around 00:07:15)

Produced & performed by David Cummings

“Derelict Planet Christmas” written by Morgan Wilson (Story starts around 00:11:15)

Produced & performed by David Cummings

“The Title is a Spoiler” written by Olivia White (Story starts around 00:13:50)

Produced & performed by David Cummings

“Santa’s Grotto” written by Gemma Amor (Story starts around 00:20:30)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Georgie – Erika Sanderson, Kira – Sarah Thomas, Husband – David Ault, Chloe – Penny Scott-Andrews, Ted – James Cleveland, Jack – Mike DelGaudio, Georgie’s Son – Erika Sanderson, Elf – Peter Lewis, Elf Girl – Nichole Goodnight , Arthur the Donkey – Andy Cresswell, Mrs. Santa – Kelly Bair, Santa – David Cummings

This episode is sponsored by:

Betterhelp – Betterhelp’s mission is making professional counseling accessible, affordable, convenient – so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime, anywhere. Get started today and get 10% off your first month by going to betterhelp.com/nosleep

HelloFresh – With HelloFresh, you get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, and affordable – and that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit!. Go to HelloFresh.com/nosleep14 and use code nosleep14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts.

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

Additional Christmas music for Santa’s Grotto composed by: Myuu

“Sleepless Decompositions” illustration courtesy of Kelly Turnbull

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We're taking a bit of a New Year's break but we are offering up two previously featured Season Pass stories. 

“The Man in the Alley” written by T. Michael Argent (Story starts around 00:03:50)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Amanda – Nichole Goodnight, Claire – Mary Murphy

“The Lost Sound of Peter Wood” written by Neil Noon (Story starts around 00:22:45)

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Annie Lantham – Erika Sanderson, Peter Wood – James Cleveland, 1971 News Announcer – Andy Cresswell, 1946 News Announcer – David Ault, 2019 News Announcer – Penny Scott-Andrews

This episode is sponsored by:

Truebill – Truebill is the new app that helps you identify and stop paying for subscriptions you don’t need, want, or simply forgot about. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/nosleep. It could save you THOUSANDS a year.

ShipStation – ShipStation makes it super easy to manage and ship all your online orders faster, cheaper and more efficiently. Let Shipstation make the busy holiday shopping season goes smoothly for you. Go to shipstation.com and click the microphone icon at the top of the page. Enter code NOSLEEP to get a 60-day free trial.

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“Holiday Hiatus Vol. 1” illustration courtesy of Alexandra Cruz

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It’s Episode 20 of Season 17. Our spells force things out of us.

“If You Give Him a Tooth, He’ll Play You a Memory” written by Samuel Singer (Story starts around 00:06:05)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Sam Singer – Jesse Cornett, Luke – Kyle Akers, Piano Man – Peter Lewis, Bonnie – Mary Murphy, Rupert – David Cummings, Baseball Cap Man – Mike DelGaudio

“Getting Rid of Your Demons” written by Robbie Slaven (Story starts around 00:31:35)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Elie Hirschman, Voice – Elie Hirschman

“The Rules of the Road – Traveling Alone” written by C.B. Jones (Story starts around 00:39:40)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Leslie – Wafiyyah White, Jamie – Atticus Jackson, Buck Hensley – Mick Wingert, Man – Graham Rowat, Panhandler – Kyle Akers

“Goat Valley Campgrounds – Chapter 7” written by Bonnie Quinn (Story starts around 01:03:15)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Kate – Linsay Rousseau, Kate’s Mom – Nikolle Doolin, Laura – Kristen DiMercurio, Sheriff Sabotta – David Cummings, Little Girl – Nichole Goodnight, Man with No Shadow – Graham Rowat, Laura’s Dad – Jeff Clement, Girl at the Party – Kelly Bair, Town Local – Brandon Boone

“Journey Through One Man’s Strange Reviews” written by L Pudney (Story starts around 00:59:00)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Erin Lillis, Reviewer – David Cummings, Hospital Admin – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Restaurant Management – Danielle McRae, Pawn Shop Owner – Graham Rowat, Reviewer’s Brother – Matthew Bradford, Funeral Home Management – Kristen DiMercurio

“Johnny BlackJack” written by Marcus Damanda (Story starts around 01:16:10)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Tara Anders – Jessica McEvoy, Zachary Blake – Dan Zappulla, Manny – Atticus Jackson, The voice on the porch intercom – Nichole Goodnight, Stevie – Matthew Bradford, Lars – Elie Hirschman, Johnny BlackJack – Jeff Clement

This episode is sponsored by:

Truebill – Truebill is the new app that helps you identify and stop paying for subscriptions you don’t need, want, or simply forgot about. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/nosleep. It could save you THOUSANDS a year.

Quip – Quip is the good habits company for oral health. With their leading-edge electric smart toothbrush combined with dentist-recommend scheduled replacement plans for brush heads, toothpaste, floss, chewing gum, and mouthwash – Quip makes oral care easy and affordable. And if you go to getquip.com/nosleep right now you’ll get your first refill FREE

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“If You Give Him a Tooth, He’ll Play You a Memory” illustration courtesy of Krys Hookuh

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The NoSleep Podcast celebrates its 500th episode with a special volume of Sleepless Decompositions!

This episode features the wraparound story:

“Epiphany of the Dead” written by David Ault

Also featured during the episode are the following stories:

“Snow Gloves” written by Manen Lyset

“Sprinkles” written by Marcus Damanda

“No Class in First Class” written by Manen Lyset

“O Tannenbaum” written by Jae Christopher

“The Candle Eater” written by Manen Lyset

“I’ll Be Home For Christmas” written by Jae Christopher

“The Connection” written by Michael Whitehouse

All stories performed by: David Ault, Andy Cresswell, and Erika Sanderson

The episode was produced by: Phil Michalski

This episode is sponsored by:

Upstart – Upstart believes people are more than their credit score. We take a holistic view of an applicant, rather than write them off because of their credit score. We want to empower people to take control of their debt and financial future. Get started by going to Upstart.com/nosleep

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Click here to learn more about David Ault

Click here to learn more about Manen Lyset

Click here to learn more about Marcus Damanda

Click here to learn more about Michael Whitehouse

Click here to learn more about Jae Christopher

Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“Sleepless Decompositions” illustration courtesy of Kelly Turnbull

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It’s Episode 08 of Season 17. Our spells will grab you and never let you go.

“The Bonhomme Sept Heures” written by Manen Lyset (Story starts around 00:05:50)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – David Cummings

“A Study in Solitude” written by Mark Nixon (Story starts around 00:18:20)

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Zoe – Erika Sanderson, Zoe – Penny Scott-Andrews, Postman – James Cleveland, The Hollowed Man – Andy Cresswell

“Smoke Trailer” written by Hannah Walton (Story starts around 00:35:30)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Kristen DiMercurio, Eleanor – Nichole Goodnight, Maisie – Danielle McRae, Mrs. Hyles – Wafiyyah White, Fireman Dave – Mick Wingert, Patrick – Kyle Akers, Crystal – Sarah Ruth Thomas

“The Other Side of The Bridge” written by V.C Fern (Story starts around 00:56:35)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Mike DelGaudio, Chelsea – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Radio Host – Atticus Jackson, Paul – Graham Rowat

“Under” written by James Carpenter (Story starts around 01:08:10)

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Narrator – Jessica McEvoy

“The Tickers on The Train” written by C.E Bunyan (Story starts around 01:24:40)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Cory – Erin Lillis, Kayla – Mary Murphy, Jackson – Dan Zappulla, Milo – Kyle Akers, Elliott – Matt Bradford, Intercom – David Ault

“What Waits Below” written by Maxwell Marais (Story starts around 02:05:30)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Peter Lewis, Captain Allard – Andy Cresswell, First Mate – James Cleveland, Crewman #1 – Graham Rowat, Crewman #2 – Jake Benson, Crewman #3 – David Cummings, William Audley – David Ault

This episode is sponsored by:

Truebill - Truebill is the new app that helps you identify and stop paying for subscriptions you donít need, want, or simply forgot about. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/nosleep. It could save you THOUSANDS a year.

Betterhelp - Betterhelp's mission is making professional counseling accessible, affordable, convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help, anytime, anywhere. Get started today and get 10% off your first month by going to betterhelp.com/nosleep

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“The Bonhomme Sept Heures” illustration courtesy of Mark Pelham

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It’s Episode 09 of Season 17. Our spells go deep into family issues.

“Mama’s Boy” written by Mark Towse (Story starts around 00:05:00)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Frank – Jesse Cornett, Guard – David Cummings, Heckler #1 – Elie Hirschman, Heckler #2 – Mike DelGaudio, Heckler #3 – Nichole Goodnight, Heckler #4 – Danielle McRae

“I Am the Other One” written by Rob Costello (Story starts around 00:22:00)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Narrator – Dan Zappulla, You – Jeff Clement

“The Well” written by LP Hernandez (Story starts around 00:59:15)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Robert – Atticus Jackson, Mama – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Daddy – Mick Wingert, Pastor – Mike DelGaudio, Man – David Cummings

“Old Mill Bridge” written by James Prower (Story starts around 01:25:15)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – David Cummings

“Onward Christian Soldiers” written by Jon Vassa (Story starts around 01:42:25)

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Christopher – Graham Rowat, Grandma Mabel – Erin Lillis, Purple – Mary Murphy, Pink – Nikolle Doolin, Nightmare Jesus – Mick Wingert

This episode is sponsored by:

Upstart – Upstart believes people are more than their credit score. We take a holistic view of an applicant, rather than write them off because of their credit score. We want to empower people to take control of their debt and financial future. Get started by going to Upstart.com/nosleep

ZocDoc – Zocdoc is a free app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance, and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/nosleep and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today.

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Click here to learn more about Rob Costello

Click here to learn more about James Prower

Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“Mama’s Boy” illustration courtesy of Miggea

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It's Episode 10 of Season 17. Our spells will warm you into endless sleep.

"Accepted" written by Sean Michael (Story starts around 00:03:45)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator - Jeff Clement, Boy #1 - Matthew Bradford, Boy #2 - Dan Zappulla, Boy #3 - Kyle Akers

"Mandala" written by Jay Sisco (Story starts around 00:13:30)

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Tiffany - Jessica McEvoy

"Three Lanes Deep" written by Gemma Amor (Story starts around 00:39:05)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator - Andy Cresswell, Lucy - Erika Sanderson, Lucas - David Ault, Woman with Camper - Penny Scott-Andrews, Guy in Neighboring Car - James Cleveland

"Stability" written by Tor-Anders Ulven (Story starts around 01:13:55)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Norma - Nikolle Doolin, Kendra - Nichole Goodnight

"Claire's Apocalypse" written by K.T. Rose (Story starts around 01:18:45)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Narrator - Mike DelGaudio, Claire - Kristen DiMercurio, Special Agent Hopper - Graham Rowat, General Murry - Mick Wingert, General Bosco - Jesse Cornett, Dr. Ramirez - Erin Lillis, Major Daldry - Kyle Akers, Monica - Sarah Ruth Thomas, French Adams - Atticus Jackson, Samantha - Nichole Goodnight, Woman #1 - Mary Murphy, Woman #2 - Wafiyyah White

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

"Three Lanes Deep" illustration courtesy of Thea Arnman

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It's Episode 11 of Season 17. Our spells weave darkness into Valentines.

"Blackbird Lullaby" written by George Cotronis (Story starts around 00:05:15)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator - Kyle Akers, Magdalene - Jessica McEvoy, Brennan - Mick Wingert

"Shrieking Willow" written by Amanda Cecelia Lang (Story starts around 00:21:15)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Annalee - Nichole Goodnight, Adam - Dan Zappulla

"A Pile of Purple Flowers on My Doorstep" written by Manen Lyset (Story starts around 00:59:30)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator - Matthew Bradford

"The Candle Maker" written by Mark Towse (Story starts around 01:07:10)

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Narrator - David Ault, Seth - Andy Cresswell, Jody - Penny Scott-Andrews, Patricia - Erika Sanderson, Jodyís Mum - Linsay Rousseau

"Jelly" written by P.D. Williams (Story starts around 01:50:25)

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Narrator - Jesse Cornett, Bertram - Graham Rowat, Emeline - Linsay Rousseau

This episode is sponsored by:

Green Chef - Green Chef makes eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Whether youíre Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, or just looking to eat more balanced meals, Green Chef offers a range of recipes to suit your preferences. Go to GreenChef dot com slash nosleep130 and use code nosleep130 to get $130 off, plus free shipping!

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Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

"Blackbird Lullaby" illustration courtesy of Jörn

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It’s Episode 12 of Season 17. Our spells weave their way deep deep down.

“Chatterbox” written by Jack Kaide (Story starts around 00:06:30)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Erika Sanderson

“The Lonely Miner” written by Alfred Rowdy (Story starts around 00:17:40)

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Narrator – Mick Wingert, Voice – Jesse Cornett

“The Cellar” written by Andrew Hughes (Story starts around 00:34:30)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Andy Cresswell, Jossen – James Cleveland, Gessle – Penny Scott-Andrews

“Bodiless” written by Faith Pierce (Story starts around 00:56:30)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: Grace – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Mother Jessica – Nikolle Doolin, Boy #1 – Matthew Bradford, Boy #2 – Kyle Akers, Man – Peter Lewis

“Three Pieces” written by Marcus Damanda (Story starts around 01:12:30)

Produced by: Jeff Clement

Cast: Summer – Jessica McEvoy, Casper/Carlisle Fick – Jeff Clement, The Wraith – David Ault, Angus Johnston – David Cummings, Phineas – Dan Zappulla, Silas – Peter Lewis, Absalom – Mike DelGaudio, Lafayette – Wafiyyah White, Doctor Abner Rusk – Graham Rowat

This episode is sponsored by:

Upstart – Upstart believes people are more than their credit score. We take a holistic view of an applicant, rather than write them off because of their credit score. We want to empower people to take control of their debt and financial future. Get started by going to Upstart.com/nosleep

Betterhelp – Betterhelp’s mission is making professional counseling accessible, affordable, convenient – so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime, anywhere. Get started today and get 10% off your first month by going to betterhelp.com/nosleep

Click here to learn more about The NoSleep Podcast team

Click here to learn more about the new horror anthology, “A Woman Built By Man”

Click here to learn more about Faith Pierce

Click here to learn more about Marcus Damanda

Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“Chatterbox” illustration courtesy of Hasani Walker

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It’s Episode 13 of Season 17. Our spells weave their way into the darkest places.

“The Unholy Interpreter” written by Manen Lyset (Story starts around 00:06:30)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Nikolle Doolin, Evelyn – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Tyler – Graham Rowat, Lisa – Mary Murphy, Translator – David Ault, Glyconian Snake Demon – Elie Hirschman

“The Other Thing” written by Samantha Dragon (Story starts around 00:27:10)

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Jessica McEvoy, Mee-Maw – Erin Lillis, The Other Thing – Danielle McRae

“The Black Library” written by CM Scandreth (Story starts around 00:50:10)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Narrator – Penny Scott-Andrews, Librarian – Jake Benson, Voice – David Cummings

“The Grove” written by Evan Dicken (Story starts around 01:20:35)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Phil Michalski

Cast: Mel – Kristen DiMercurio, Molly – Linsay Rousseau

“The Nightmare Room” written by LP Hernandez (Story starts around 01:43:40)

TRIGGER WARNING!

Produced by: Jesse Cornett

Cast: John – Atticus Jackson, Sam – Jeff Clement, Emily – Nichole Goodnight, Man in Wheelchair – Matthew Bradford

This episode is sponsored by:

Truebill – Truebill is the new app that helps you identify and stop paying for subscriptions you don’t need, want, or simply forgot about. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/nosleep. It could save you THOUSANDS a year.

ZocDoc – Zocdoc is a free app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance, and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/nosleep and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today.

Click here to learn more about The NoSleep Podcast team

Click here to learn more about CM Scandreth

Click here to learn more about LP Hernandez

Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings

Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone

“The Unholy Interpreter” illustration courtesy of Kelly Turnbull

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