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The Bystanders

By: Ash Lendzion Jaclyn Hales
  • Summary

  • A zany, scripted, dark comedy that explores the bystander effect - a social psychological theory that states individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when in the presence of other people.

    Every season - new story, new Bystanders.

    Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales

    Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford

    Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion

    Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris

    Music by: Tory Cummins

    Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter

    Sound Design by: Tim McKeown

    Music Mix by: Tevin Turner

    Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown

    Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente Associate

    Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher

    Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab

    Artwork by: Matt Mattson

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Episodes
  • Episode 206 - Billy Is A Squawk-Boy
    Aug 17 2023

    As the bystanders last moments dwindle, they are cornered into confronting the chilling truth of the Beachview Lake assault. The secrets of that fateful day emerge into the light, leaving them no choice but to reckon with their past. However, in a distant corner of the city, Z stumbles upon a glimmer of hope, a flickering beacon that may finally offer the salvation he desperately seeks. Get ready for an explosive final episode, where the bystanders are given one last chance to do something. Will they seize this opportunity or succumb to the allure of their dark past?


    STARRING:

    Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious

    Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour

    Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde

    Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde

    Jon Gries as Z

    Luke Cook as Todd

    Monte Markham as Father Anton

    Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins

    and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann


    Narrated by: Jane Lynch


    FEATURING:

    Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol

    Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin

    Ash Lendzion as Poppy

    Scott Lendzion as Bruce

    David D'Agostini As Sheriff Shareef

    Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice

    Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry

    Alex Tassopoulos as Deputy Depudy

    Josh Fisher as Officer Office

    Michael Minto, Will Rubio, Ryan Ratcliff, Nabyl Sohle, Shannon Swartz, Joey Ariemma, and Jim Hales as The Homeless Camp


    Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales

    Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford

    Directed by: Jaclyn Hales and Ash Lendzion

    Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris


    Music by: Tory Cummins

    Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter

    Sound Design by: Tim McKeown

    Music Mix by: Tevin Turner

    Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown

    Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente

    Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher


    Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab


    Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios



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    36 mins
  • Episode 205 - While You Were Creeping
    Aug 17 2023

    HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED


    In a nostalgic trip to the 1990s, Todd Cuisinart unveils the touching tale of his fateful encounter with Billy Bobaggins, his closest confidant, and the hidden truths of that ill-fated day at Twitchercon 1990. Meanwhile, in the shadowed alleyways, Z battles against the relentless darkness, desperately seeking aid until an unexpected ally presents him with a perilous revelation that could transform an improbable savior into a true hero of the night. Gird your loins for an episode where friendships are forged, secrets unravel, and the line between heroism and villainy blurs beneath the city's brooding skyline.


    STARRING:

    Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious

    Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour

    Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde

    Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde

    Jon Gries as Z

    Luke Cook as Friend

    Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins

    and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann


    Narrated by: Jane Lynch


    FEATURING:

    Lincoln Bonilla as Young Todd

    Kellen Raffaelo as Young Billy

    Ignacio Diaz-Silverio as Lord

    Kristian Kordula as Jack Verstigo

    Heather Morris as News Anchor Carol

    Shaun Broyls as News Anchor Kevin

    Amelia Morck as Todd's Mom

    Ash Lendzion as Billy's Mom

    Lynn Lendzion as Nurse Louise

    Jaclyn Hales as Fauna and Timer Voice

    Nick Blair Wilfong as Sherry

    Alex Carter as Mr. Walker

    Bradley Andersen, Charlie Andersen, Chloe Cluff, William Cluff, Harrison Cluff, Kahea Hales, Nixon Lendzion, and Bentz Lendzion as The Kids 


    Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales

    Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford

    Directed by: Jaclyn Hales

    Written by: Jaclyn Hales, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Heather Morris


    Music by: Tory Cummins

    Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter

    Sound Design by: Tim McKeown

    Music Mix by: Tevin Turner

    Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown

    Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente

    Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher


    Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab


    Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios



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    27 mins
  • Episode 204 - Stick It To The Mann
    Aug 17 2023

    HEADPHONES RECOMMENDED


    As Officer Mann and the enigmatic Z stealthily navigate the shadows, hope flickers in their pursuit of justice. But in this unforgiving landscape, hope is a treacherous illusion. With their lives hanging in the balance, the desperate bystanders must act swiftly, yet the line between salvation and peril blurs dangerously. As another plan crumbles to dust, they scramble for survival, stumbling upon a concealed chamber harboring a sinister secret that could seal their fate forever. Hear for yourself an enthralling episode of intrigue and suspense, where the desperate struggle for life unravels in the darkest corners of the hidden room.


    STARRING:

    Kathleen Turner as Joanna Vainglorious

    Margaret Cho as Dr. Jane Seymour

    Beth Dover as Alicia Hyde

    Joe Lo Truglio as Dirk Pifler-Hyde

    Jon Gries as Z

    Luke Cook as Friend

    Monte Markham as Father Anton

    Darren Criss as Billy Bobaggins

    and Wayne Knight as Officer Mann


    Narrated by: Jane Lynch


    FEATURING:

    Kevin Farley as Manager Kel

    Ryan Everett as Chick N' Chips Employee

    Ethan Richardson as Scooter Kid

    Heather Morris as Training Potty Vocals

    Jaclyn Hales as Fauna, Timer Voice, and Barista


    Created by: Ash Lendzion and Jaclyn Hales

    Executive Produced by: Black Label Media, Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Jaclyn Hales, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Marilee Stafford

    Directed by: Heather Morris

    Written by: Heather Morris, Ash Lendzion, Nick Blair Wilfong, and Jaclyn Hales


    Music by: Tory Cummins

    Audio Engineer and Sound Editor: Alex Carter

    Sound Design by: Tim McKeown

    Music Mix by: Tevin Turner

    Dolby Atmos Mixing by: Alex Carter and Tim McKeown

    Assistant Audio Engineer: Oliver Boon, Sloan Welsch and Mark De La Fuente

    Associate Produced by: Alex Tassopoulos and Josh Fisher


    Casting by: Brenden Rodriguez and Daniel Schwab


    Special thanks to: The Cutting Room, Dave & Dave, and Blackbird Studios



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    27 mins

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Hilarious

The podcast is so funny! The characters have such good background stories. Use headphones because you can hear extra little details.

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Great listen

Fun and funny story about a group of stranger neighbors that bond over murder and mayhem. Lots of laughs over the twists and turns of the story. I enjoyed it greatly.

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Sooo clever, quirky and funny

I love this podcast - both seasons. I hope more seasons are in the works.
The story lines are quirky and there is great acting by the cast. There are so many funny lines written into secondary lines and said under characters breath that just put a cherry on top of the romp that these stories are.

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Really compelling and entertaining

it reminded me of the old radio shows except funny and much more exciting, do more

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Perfection in a Podcast! 🙌

I don't really listen to a lot of podcasts, but I kept hearing about this one and it just sounded so cool. And now I know that it totally is. Can't wait for the rest.

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This is the best Podcast I have listened to!! Everyone is amazing - from the cast to the writers to the sound mixers & engineers. Everything is just perfect. It's like listening to and old radio broadcast. I LOVE IT

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OUTSTANDING!!

This is fantastic! The casting is perfect and I can't wait to see how the story plays out! This reminds me of an old time radio show...music is phenomenal & the sound effects are spot on! Well done!

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