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Part 3: Scarlet, Mastodon, and Wolf encounter the legendary Shepherd, who guides them on their search in the Enchanted Forest for the mysterious witch Baba Yaga. Jack's plan to steal the golden egg backfires, leading to an unexpected setback. And the Sleeper finally awakens to discover the secret location of Camelot. About DreamWorld "Dreamworld" transports us to a place far beyond imagination, where the fanciful inhabitants of bedtime stories roam free behind magic barriers. But when grief-stricken Cassidy arrives via Father Time’s whims, he discovers this wonderland in peril. The villainous Sleeper has shaken Dreamworld from its slumber after the untimely death of Princess Marigold, imposing a cruel new order devoid of “happily ever after.” Yet rebel Jack and his motley crew of fairy tale renegades still fight to restore their realm’s happily-ever-afters. These valiant “Redeemers” - Red Riding Hood’s feisty granddaughter Scarlett, lovesick ex-pirate Bluebeard, towering gentle giant Mastodon - join Cassidy on his time-twisting quest. Fantasy and reality collide as enemies become allies, innocence turns to experience, and make-believe becomes life or death. Layering postmodern wit atop old world sublimity, “Dreamworld” casts ageless characters in a newly complex light. The big bad wolf howls with regret, Cinderella asserts her dignity under oppression, and the skin-deep hero discovers his commanding heart. By making fantasy painfully real, the creator renews its power to inspire hope. Sword fights and sorcery abound on this spirited cinematic adventure, clearly crafted with epic spectacle in mind. Yet swashbuckling showmanship belies sensitivity. When forces of evil shatter to reveal frightened souls, when a sound heart guides a wayward giant home, “Dreamworld” transcends sensation to find timeless truth. We all must wake up and battle dragons, but castles await those brave enough to dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Executive Producer Shaan Sharma ("The Chosen) as he engages in a captivating dialogue with acclaimed Screenwriter Sonny Postiglione ("Vampire Diaries" & "Bloodline.)" Together, they delve into the intricate art of storytelling, dissecting characters, narrative arcs, and the subtle nuances of human observation. This isn't just another podcast; it's a riveting exploration into the heart of creativity and Hollywood craftsmanship. If you have a passion for the magic of the table read, the intricacies of writing, or simply crave an insider's perspective on the world of fiction, this episode is an absolute must-listen. Prepare to be enthralled as Sonny, a true master of his craft, shares his invaluable insights and experiences with warmth, wit, and an unparalleled depth of knowledge. Oh, and fear not the looming specter of spoilers! Rest assured, we'll be treating you to tantalizing clips from episode #1, ensuring that your journey through our conversation remains an unspoiled delight. Be sure to mark your calendars for the unveiling of episode 3 of "Dream World" next Tuesday, where the magic continues to unfold! About DreamWorld "Dreamworld" transports us to a place far beyond imagination, where the fanciful inhabitants of bedtime stories roam free behind magic barriers. But when grief-stricken Cassidy arrives via Father Time’s whims, he discovers this wonderland in peril. The villainous Sleeper has shaken Dreamworld from its slumber after the untimely death of Princess Marigold, imposing a cruel new order devoid of “happily ever after.” Yet rebel Jack and his motley crew of fairy tale renegades still fight to restore their realm’s happily-ever-afters. These valiant “Redeemers” - Red Riding Hood’s feisty granddaughter Scarlett, lovesick ex-pirate Bluebeard, towering gentle giant Mastodon - join Cassidy on his time-twisting quest. Fantasy and reality collide as enemies become allies, innocence turns to experience, and make-believe becomes life or death. Layering postmodern wit atop old-world sublimity, “Dreamworld” casts ageless characters in a newly complex light. The big bad wolf howls with regret, Cinderella asserts her dignity under oppression, and the skin-deep hero discovers his commanding heart. By making fantasy painfully real, the creator renews its power to inspire hope. Sword fights and sorcery abound on this spirited cinematic adventure, clearly crafted with epic spectacle in mind. Yet swashbuckling showmanship belies sensitivity. When forces of evil shatter to reveal frightened souls, when a sound heart guides a wayward giant home, “Dreamworld” transcends sensation to find timeless truth. We all must wake up and battle dragons, but castles await those brave enough to dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2: Cassidy and the Redeemers arrive at their hidden base, Camelot, where they introduce him to Mother, their wise and mysterious leader. Skeptical of Cassidy's claims, Mother puts him to the test using Pinocchio's lie-detecting abilities. Convinced of his sincerity, Mother reveals that they need the powerful Golden Egg to send Cassidy back in time to restore the original Dreamworld. Jack and Cassidy embark on a daring mission to steal the egg from the Sleeper's heavily guarded fortress, while Scarlet, Mastodon, and Wolf set out to find the legendary Shepherd, a blind guide who can lead them through the perilous Enchanted Forest to Baba Yaga, a witch capable of harnessing the egg's power. As the two groups face dangerous obstacles and encounter familiar fairy tale characters, the villainous Ice Princess, daughter of the Sleeper, discovers Camelot's location and launches a devastating attack, leaving the Redeemers' home in ruins and their future uncertain. About DreamWorld "Dreamworld" transports us to a place far beyond imagination, where the fanciful inhabitants of bedtime stories roam free behind magic barriers. But when grief-stricken Cassidy arrives via Father Time’s whims, he discovers this wonderland in peril. The villainous Sleeper has shaken Dreamworld from its slumber after the untimely death of Princess Marigold, imposing a cruel new order devoid of “happily ever after.” Yet rebel Jack and his motley crew of fairy tale renegades still fight to restore their realm’s happily-ever-afters. These valiant “Redeemers” - Red Riding Hood’s feisty granddaughter Scarlett, lovesick ex-pirate Bluebeard, towering gentle giant Mastodon - join Cassidy on his time-twisting quest. Fantasy and reality collide as enemies become allies, innocence turns to experience, and make-believe becomes life or death. Layering postmodern wit atop old world sublimity, “Dreamworld” casts ageless characters in a newly complex light. The big bad wolf howls with regret, Cinderella asserts her dignity under oppression, and the skin-deep hero discovers his commanding heart. By making fantasy painfully real, the creator renews its power to inspire hope. Sword fights and sorcery abound on this spirited cinematic adventure, clearly crafted with epic spectacle in mind. Yet swashbuckling showmanship belies sensitivity. When forces of evil shatter to reveal frightened souls, when a sound heart guides a wayward giant home, “Dreamworld” transcends sensation to find timeless truth. We all must wake up and battle dragons, but castles await those brave enough to dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1 Cassidy Cartwright is the last survivor of Earth after a tragic event merged our planet with another - Dreamworld, a realm of living fairy tales and nursery rhymes. Thrust into the New Dreamworld, Cassidy meets the mysterious Jack and his outlaw team of Redeemers in the hopes they’ll help him restore their two worlds back to normal and save his children. Despite their initial doubts, the Redeemers agree to bring Cassidy to Camelot, their secret headquarters, to meet their enigmatic leader, the rebel leader known only as “Mother.” About DreamWorld "Dreamworld" transports us to a place far beyond imagination, where the fanciful inhabitants of bedtime stories roam free behind magic barriers. But when grief-stricken Cassidy arrives via Father Time’s whims, he discovers this wonderland in peril. The villainous Sleeper has shaken Dreamworld from its slumber after the untimely death of Princess Marigold, imposing a cruel new order devoid of “happily ever after.” Yet rebel Jack and his motley crew of fairy tale renegades still fight to restore their realm’s happily-ever-afters. These valiant “Redeemers” - Red Riding Hood’s feisty granddaughter Scarlett, lovesick ex-pirate Bluebeard, towering gentle giant Mastodon - join Cassidy on his time-twisting quest. Fantasy and reality collide as enemies become allies, innocence turns to experience, and make-believe becomes life or death. Layering postmodern wit atop old world sublimity, “Dreamworld” casts ageless characters in a newly complex light. The big bad wolf howls with regret, Cinderella asserts her dignity under oppression, and the skin-deep hero discovers his commanding heart. By making fantasy painfully real, the creator renews its power to inspire hope. Sword fights and sorcery abound on this spirited cinematic adventure, clearly crafted with epic spectacle in mind. Yet swashbuckling showmanship belies sensitivity. When forces of evil shatter to reveal frightened souls, when a sound heart guides a wayward giant home, “Dreamworld” transcends sensation to find timeless truth. We all must wake up and battle dragons, but castles await those brave enough to dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a magical tale of what happens when parallel fairy tale universes collide into one Realm. Expect the unexpected as familiar stories and characters converge, sometimes for better and sometimes for worse. Join us on this journey into the multiverse of beloved bedtime classics.  We open on an epic battle between forces of light and dark magic. Leading the charge is none other than Jack, hero of Jack and the Beanstalk, alongside other reimagined fairy tale icons like the werewolf Little Red Riding Hood and the giant Mastodon. Their mission? To restore balance and order to this chaotic realm by turning back time and undoing a tragedy that fused these worlds together.  But the dark sorcerer known as the Sleeper and his daughter, the aptly named Ice Princess, will stop at nothing to prevent our heroes from succeeding and preserving their twisted empire. Aiding Jack's crusade is a stranger named Cassidy with knowledge of how things should be. However, even he is unsure of critical details needed to make things right. With dazzling action sequences and unpredictable twists on age-old tales, this podcast transports listeners young and old to the magical multiverse through vivid performances by top voice talent. Who will emerge victorious in the battle for the fairy tale realms? The answer lies in a mysterious tome known only as…Dreamworld." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 STEPS OF CHRISTMAS — a filthy Christmas comedy. When a rebellious kid is denied his dream Christmas present by his mom, he goes to his estranged alcoholic father (who lies about being sober) with an idea: adapt the 12-step program to teach me how to not be you. Act 3 - Jake runs to the embodiment of Christmas perfection: Grandma. Ashley confronts Carl about spending time with their now-missing son as they combine to search for him. Climactic confrontations will see: Jake deciding between his idealized Grandma or his fucked-up normal life; P.O. Jordan deciding between judgment or redemption for Carl; and Carl deciding between saving himself or—if he’s finally able—putting his family first. Pitch – When 13-year-old Jake’s fed-up mother tells him he won’t get the cell phone he absolutely NEEDS this Christmas, he goes to the only other person who ever pissed her off as much as he seems to: his estranged alcoholic father, Carl. Jake’s plea: adapt the 12 Step program to teach me how to not be you. Will Jake find out that Carl’s sobriety is secretly a bunch of humbug?Can this fuck-up father teach this fuck-up son how to be less of a fuck-up—all in time for Christmas? Join two of the least qualified people in the world as they stumble into lessons of empathy and personal responsibility—and believing in the motherfuckin’ spirit of Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 STEPS OF CHRISTMAS — a filthy Christmas comedy. When a rebellious kid is denied his dream Christmas present by his mom, he goes to his estranged alcoholic father (who lies about being sober) with an idea: adapt the 12-step program to teach me how to not be you. Act 2 - Continuing... Jake’s “rehab” with an amended 12-step list, Carl drags his son to a Mexican A.A. meeting. Unexpected revelations lead to a reckoning and new goals for each: Carl drink-y no mas and Jake giving his mom Ashley “one nice day.” When Jake’s next Step, “Believe in the motherfuckin’ Spirit of Christmas,” instead leads to the destruction of trust, reputation, and public property, Jake finds himself fighting with both parents—and on the run. Pitch – When 13-year-old Jake’s fed-up mother tells him he won’t get the cell phone he absolutely NEEDS this Christmas, he goes to the only other person who ever pissed her off as much as he seems to: his estranged alcoholic father, Carl. Jake’s plea: adapt the 12 Step program to teach me how to not be you. Will Jake find out that Carl’s sobriety is secretly a bunch of humbug?Can this fuck-up father teach this fuck-up son how to be less of a fuck-up—all in time for Christmas? Join two of the least qualified people in the world as they stumble into lessons of empathy and personal responsibility—and believing in the motherfuckin’ spirit of Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 STEPS OF CHRISTMAS — a filthy Christmas comedy. When a rebellious kid is denied his dream Christmas present by his mom, he goes to his estranged alcoholic father (who lies about being sober) with an idea: adapt the 12-step program to teach me how to not be you. Act 1 - When 13-year-old Jake’s fed-up mother tells him he won’t get the cell phone he absolutely NEEDS this Christmas, he goes to the only other person who ever pissed her off as much as he seems to: his estranged alcoholic father, Carl. Jake’s plea: adapt the 12-step program to teach me how to not be you. We see Carl’s life doesn’t represent the change Jake is probably hoping for. We meet Carl’s parole officer, Jordan, via voicemail as Carl navigates clear artifacts of an alcoholic life. Jake and Carl begin their mission with Step 9—but Jake’s attempts to make amends leave him battered and bloodied. Will he decide to keep going? Can this fuck-up father teach this fuck-up son how to be less of a fuck-up—all in time for Christmas? Pitch – When 13-year-old Jake’s fed-up mother tells him he won’t get the cell phone he absolutely NEEDS this Christmas, he goes to the only other person who ever pissed her off as much as he seems to: his estranged alcoholic father, Carl. Jake’s plea: adapt the 12 Step program to teach me how to not be you. Will Jake find out that Carl’s sobriety is secretly a bunch of humbug?Can this fuck-up father teach this fuck-up son how to be less of a fuck-up—all in time for Christmas? Join two of the least qualified people in the world as they stumble into lessons of empathy and personal responsibility—and believing in the motherfuckin’ spirit of Christmas.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle the hell up for this ho-ho-hopeless father-son Christmas trainwreck podcast comedy. When raging brat Jake can't score the new Phone he wants, he turns to his deadbeat boozehound dad Carl for help. Claiming AA miracle cures (yeah effing right), Carl promises a 12-step program to make Jake less of an a-hole. Dysfunction delivered like a mutha over the 12 Days of Sh*tstmas, ya hear me?! We talkin' cousins brawlin' over Baby Jeezy's crib, kidnapped kids, investment scams promising "free boats" lmao. But through every electrocution, graphic testimony, and prison stint...could the real Christmas miracle be this wasteoid dad and screechin' banshee kid finding their family spirit? Pfffft you better believe things get lit AF by the final step (felony charges notwithstanding obvi). Heartwarming AF meets raunch-fest galore in this ho-ho-holiday honey, ya dig? Snoop hands joint Now pass that shiz and get ready to laugh your mistletoe off! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 3: In the grueling final act, Mika and David team up with Mrs. White to take down Johannes and escape the nightmare of Oakcreek Village. The result is a bloody showdown that can't be missed. Listener beware: LANDLORD will suck you in! Featuring the voices of Cynthia Rodriguez, Alan Rosenberg, Karen Austin, Darin Toonder, Nikhil Prakash, David Air, Sydney Schafer, Wendy Shapero. Narrated by Jack Daniel. Legendary master of horror, Tom Holland (Child’s Play, Fright Night, Thinner), guest stars and directs. Additional score by horror icon Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th, Wishmaster). Screenplay written by Dominque Mouton. LANDLORD "Following a traumatic incident, a couple moves into a charming bungalow, but they soon realize that their obsessive new landlord isn't just a greedy opportunist but a bloodthirsty leech feeding on their very lives.." A nod to 80s and 90s horror, inspired by folks like Sam Raimi and Stephen King, with a hint of Grindhouse fun. * 👻 Calling all horror aficionados! 🎬 Join us in Tom Holland's Terror Time – the ultimate virtual haunt for everything spine-chilling! 🌌 Dive into a world curated by the genius behind "Child's Play," "Fright Night," "Thinner," and more! 💀 Explore a marketplace teeming with horror treasures that'll send shivers down your spine! Visit now and get ready for a pulse-pounding journey into the macabre! 🌟 https://terrortime.shop/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 2 / PART 2: After surviving a gruesome attack by a monstrous leech creature, Ava goes into shock as Brandon remains missing. David's failed gamble on BroCoin turns both his life and Mika's upside down. Things go further downhill when Mrs. White reveals the revolting truth about Johannes and his origins. With two babies on the way, will Mika and David manage to avoid becoming Johannes' next victims? Listener beware: LANDLORD will suck you in! Featuring the voices of Cynthia Rodriguez, Alan Rosenberg, Karen Austin, Darin Toonder, Nikhil Prakash, David Air, Sydney Schafer, Wendy Shapero. Narrated by Jack Daniel. Legendary master of horror, Tom Holland (Child’s Play, Fright Night, Thinner), guest stars and directs. Additional score by horror icon Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th, Wishmaster). Screenplay written by Dominque Mouton. * 👻 Calling all horror aficionados! 🎬 Join us in Tom Holland's Terror Time – the ultimate virtual haunt for everything spine-chilling! 🌌 Dive into a world curated by the genius behind "Child's Play," "Fright Night," "Thinner," and more! 💀 Explore a marketplace teeming with horror treasures that'll send shivers down your spine! Visit now and get ready for a pulse-pounding journey into the macabre! 🌟 https://terrortime.shop/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 2 / PART 1: Despite their deteriorating relationship with Johannes, Mika and David share some good news with friends. However, things take a dark turn when Johannes shows up and causes a scene. Later on, his true monstrous form is revealed. Who will survive the night? Listener beware: LANDLORD will suck you in! Featuring the voices of Cynthia Rodriguez, Alan Rosenberg, Karen Austin, Darin Toonder, Nikhil Prakash, David Air, Sydney Schafer, Wendy Shapero. Narrated by Jack Daniel. Legendary master of horror, Tom Holland (Child’s Play, Fright Night, Thinner), guest stars and directs. Score by horror icon Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th, Wishmaster). Screenplay written by Dominque Mouton. LANDLORD "Following a traumatic incident, a couple moves into a charming bungalow, but they soon realize that their obsessive new landlord isn't just a greedy opportunist but a bloodthirsty leech feeding on their very lives.." A nod to 80s and 90s horror, inspired by folks like Sam Raimi and Stephen King, with a hint of Grindhouse fun. * 👻 Calling all horror aficionados! 🎬 Join us in Tom Holland's Terror Time – the ultimate virtual haunt for everything spine-chilling! 🌌 Dive into a world curated by the genius behind "Child's Play," "Fright Night," "Thinner," and more! 💀 Explore a marketplace teeming with horror treasures that'll send shivers down your spine! Visit now and get ready for a pulse-pounding journey into the macabre! 🌟 https://terrortime.shop/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 1: Feeling unsafe in San Francisco and hoping to start a family, Mika and David move to the small town of Oakcreek Village. Unfortunately, their sleazy new landlord, Johannes, seems to have ulterior motives. In Act 1, strange and terrifying events plague Mika and David, culminating in a vile dinner party from hell.  Listener beware: LANDLORD will suck you in! Featuring the voices of Cynthia Rodriguez, Alan Rosenberg, Karen Austin, Darin Toonder, Nikhil Prakash, David Air, Sydney Schafer, and Wendy Shapero. Narrated by Jack Daniel.  Legendary master of horror, Tom Holland (Child’s Play, Fright Night, Thinner), guest stars and directs alongside our core team! Score contributions by horror icon Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th, Wishmaster). Screenplay written by Dominique Mouton (THE LOWER BOTTOMS). LANDLORD "Following a traumatic incident, a couple moves into a charming bungalow, but they soon realize that their obsessive new landlord isn't just a greedy opportunist but a bloodthirsty leech feeding on their very lives.." A nod to 80s and 90s horror, inspired by folks like Sam Raimi and Stephen King, with a hint of Grindhouse fun.   * 👻 Calling all horror aficionados! 🎬 Join us in Tom Holland's Terror Time – the ultimate virtual haunt for everything spine-chilling! 🌌 Dive into a world curated by the genius behind "Child's Play," "Fright Night," "Thinner," and more! 💀 Explore a marketplace teeming with horror treasures that'll send shivers down your spine! Visit now and get ready for a pulse-pounding journey into the macabre! 🌟 https://terrortime.shop/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with writers producers, and the cast for a conversation about PV & Franny. ___ At a school where no one knows who's inside the football team's bulldog mascot costume, where a game of hide-and-seek has been going on for the better part of a week, where Dale Wilson, the world's nicest bully, desperately wishes kids would stop giving him their lunch money, two wayward fifteen-year-olds are about to start a band.  PV & Franny is a stylized and occasionally surreal 30-minute single-cam comedy about young love, growing up weird, and making music. It follows PV, a confident, take-no-prisoners punk rocker in training, and Franny, a sensitive and taciturn singer-songwriter type, as they navigate falling in and out of love, artistic collaboration, and the perennial difficulty of tuning a B string. It's Sing Street meets The Other Two, with a healthy dose of cult classic The Adventures of Pete & Pete for good measure.  Written by the talented Tommy Wallach, and narrated by Ty Burrell, Fred Armisen and other notable names, the two-part series tells the story of two young souls who cross paths in school. Franny is immediately impressed by PV's musical talents, but their connection takes an unexpected turn when PV seeks Franny's help to solve a personal dilemma. Tune in to discover the heartwarming dynamics of friendship, intimacy, and the complexities of young love. In addition to Burrell and Armisen, the star-studded cast includes Liam Richardson, Kensington Tallman, Rahm Braslaw, O’neill Monahan, Samantha Morelos, Eileen Fogarty, and Ruben Ray each adding their unique flair to the narrative.  ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LANDLORD is a frightening nod to 1980’s body horror and a not-so-subtle metaphor about the dark side of property ownership. Following a traumatic incident, Mika and David move into a charming bungalow home. But it’s not long before they realize that their obsessive new landlord, Johannes, isn't just a greedy opportunist but a bloodthirsty leech feeding on their very lives! Will they escape the gruesome parasite before their lease expires? Listener beware: LANDLORD will suck you in! Featuring the voices of Cynthia Rodriguez, Alan Rosenberg, Karen Austin, Darin Toonder, Nikhil Prakash, David Air, Sydney Schafer, Wendy Shapero. Narrated by Jack Daniel.  Legendary master of horror, Tom Holland (Child’s Play, Fright Night, Thinner), guest stars and directs.  Score by horror icon Harry Manfredini (Friday the 13th, Wishmaster). Screenplay written by Dominque Mouton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At a school where no one knows who's inside the football team's bulldog mascot costume, where a game of hide-and-seek has been going on for the better part of a week, where Dale Wilson, the world's nicest bully, desperately wishes kids would stop giving him their lunch money, two wayward fifteen-year-olds are about to start a band.  PV & Franny is a stylized and occasionally surreal 30-minute single-cam comedy about young love, growing up weird, and making music. It follows PV, a confident, take-no-prisoners punk rocker in training, and Franny, a sensitive and taciturn singer-songwriter type, as they navigate falling in and out of love, artistic collaboration, and the perennial difficulty of tuning a B string. It's Sing Street meets The Other Two, with a healthy dose of cult classic The Adventures of Pete & Pete for good measure.  Written by the talented Tommy Wallach, and narrated by Ty Burrell, Fred Armisen and other notable names, the two-part series tells the story of two young souls who cross paths in school. Franny is immediately impressed by PV's musical talents, but their connection takes an unexpected turn when PV seeks Franny's help to solve a personal dilemma. Tune in to discover the heartwarming dynamics of friendship, intimacy, and the complexities of young love. In addition to Burrell and Armisen, the star-studded cast includes Liam Richardson, Kensington Tallman, Rahm Braslaw, O’neill Monahan, Samantha Morelos, Eileen Fogarty, and Ruben Ray each adding their unique flair to the narrative.  ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At a school where no one knows who's inside the football team's bulldog mascot costume, where a game of hide-and-seek has been going on for the better part of a week, where Dale Wilson, the world's nicest bully, desperately wishes kids would stop giving him their lunch money, two wayward fifteen-year-olds are about to start a band.  PV & Franny is a stylized and occasionally surreal 30-minute single-cam comedy about young love, growing up weird, and making music. It follows PV, a confident, take-no-prisoners punk rocker in training, and Franny, a sensitive and taciturn singer-songwriter type, as they navigate falling in and out of love, artistic collaboration, and the perennial difficulty of tuning a B string. It's Sing Street meets The Other Two, with a healthy dose of cult classic The Adventures of Pete & Pete for good measure.  Written by the talented Tommy Wallach, and narrated by Ty Burrell, Fred Armisen and other notable names, the two-part series tells the story of two young souls who cross paths in school. Franny is immediately impressed by PV's musical talents, but their connection takes an unexpected turn when PV seeks Franny's help to solve a personal dilemma. Tune in to discover the heartwarming dynamics of friendship, intimacy, and the complexities of young love. In addition to Burrell and Armisen, the star-studded cast includes Liam Richardson, Kensington Tallman, Rahm Braslaw, O’neill Monahan, Samantha Morelos, Eileen Fogarty, and Ruben Ray each adding their unique flair to the narrative.  ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 3: In the thrilling finale of Table Read's "Love & Darkness,” Eden's relentless pursuit of the Fran Litsz scholarship yields astonishing results as Devorah stumbles upon a heart-wrenching secret about her new employer, Clara. Meanwhile, in the aftermath of Avrum's and Moshe's unjustified arrest by the Hungarian police, Dov, Isaac, and Wolf begin a quest for vengeance against those who betrayed their family, setting the stage for a dramatic and emotionally charged climax. ____ LOVE & DARKNESS is a multi-generational saga tracking the triumphs and tragedies of a large, powerful Hungarian Jewish family during WWII. Based on an incredible true story. A Hungarian Rabbi, Avrum Katz, and his family face a relentless storm of anti-Semitic oppression in 1941 Hungary. When their lives are shattered by a secret revealed and a shocking act of violence, they're thrust into a world of dark secrets and impossible choices. As they struggle for survival on the brutal frontlines of war, 'Love & Darkness' is an epic tale of family, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. ____ Presented by Nomono and recorded exclusively with Nomono Sound Capsules. The Table Read Podcast is partnering with HIAS, a Jewish-American nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees, for this series. ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 2: In our previous episode, the rivalry between Captain Tibor and Dov over Inga's love intensified, culminating in a brutal fight that Dov emerged victorious, leaving the Captain humiliated in front of his men. Meanwhile, Avrum's oldest daughter Devorah has made a new friend, single mother Clara, who's offered Devorah a babysitting job, while Eden, who faced discrimination in the school band due to their Jewish heritage, is being tutored by family friend Fenric in hopes of securing a spot at the prestigious Franz Liszt school of music in Budapest for a special summer program. And lastly, Avrum and his eldest son, Isaac, visit Avrum's father, Moshe, when Isaac makes a shocking discovery — the Hungarian police are about to forcefully enter Moshe's house. ____ LOVE & DARKNESS is a multi-generational saga tracking the triumphs and tragedies of a large, powerful Hungarian Jewish family during WWII. Based on an incredible true story. A Hungarian Rabbi, Avrum Katz, and his family face a relentless storm of anti-Semitic oppression in 1941 Hungary. When their lives are shattered by a secret revealed and a shocking act of violence, they're thrust into a world of dark secrets and impossible choices. As they struggle for survival on the brutal frontlines of war, 'Love & Darkness' is an epic tale of family, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. ____ Presented by Nomono and recorded exclusively with Nomono Sound Capsules. The Table Read Podcast is partnering with HIAS, a Jewish-American nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees, for this series. ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACT 1: We witness Dov Katz's forbidden love for Inga, a non-Jewish girl from their town, much to the dismay of his father, Rabbi Avrum Katz. Meanwhile, Wolf, Dov's brother and a Jewish freedom fighter, returned from Poland with news of the raging war engulfing Europe. Adding to the intrigue, Avrum received a mysterious letter from his estranged father, Moshe, in Budapest, which may hold clues to their unsettling fate revealed in the opening flash forward: becoming prisoners in a Hungarian Jewish Labor unit. ____ LOVE & DARKNESS is a multi-generational saga tracking the triumphs and tragedies of a large, powerful Hungarian Jewish family during WWII. Based on an incredible true story. A Hungarian Rabbi, Avrum Katz, and his family face a relentless storm of anti-Semitic oppression in 1941 Hungary. When their lives are shattered by a secret revealed and a shocking act of violence, they're thrust into a world of dark secrets and impossible choices. As they struggle for survival on the brutal frontlines of war, 'Love & Darkness' is an epic tale of family, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. ____ Presented by Nomono and recorded exclusively with Nomono Sound Capsules. The Table Read Podcast is partnering with HIAS, a Jewish-American nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees, for this series. ____ Follow Table Read (@TableReadPodcastLA) on Instagram for more info! Visit: https://www.tablereadpodcast.com/ Contact: manifestmediaproductions@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices