The Department of Variance of Somewhere, Ohio

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The Department of Variance of Somewhere, Ohio A new sci-fi horror audio drama set in the midwest. A shady governmental group that deals with the supernatural experiences a containment breach at its main office. One new hire and one mid-level employee--Jasmine Control and Scarlet Jaunt--are stuck on different floors when the lockdown begins. They will have to communicate and get to the bottom of the skyscraper however they can. Not all is as it seems in the Department, however… Very queer, both in the story and behind the scenes. About sound, identity, and memory. From the same creator as the Dead Letter Office of Somewhere, Ohio! Launcing December 7th. Check out our website for more info! Join our Patreon for early access! CREDITS: Cast, in order of appearance: Jesse Syratt, Em Carlson, Emily Kellogg, Shaun Pellington, Justin Hatch, William A. Wellman, Tatiana Gefter, Saph the Something, Taylor Michaels, and special guest Shannon Strucci. Art by NerdVolKurisu Written, scored, edited, and narrated by Rat Grimes.

Episode 1: New Employee Orientation

Episode 1: The Department of Variance, a clandestine government agency, experiences a crisis and the building goes into lockdown. Two employees–Jasmine Control and Scarlet Jaunt–are stuck on different floors as the emergency begins. The two must communicate and get to the bottom of the skyscraper however they can. (CWs: voice modulation, implied death, strong language) Check out our website for more info! Join our Patreon for early access! CREDITS: Cast, in order of appearance: Jesse Syratt, Em Carlson, Emily Kellogg, Shaun Pellington, Justin Hatch, William A. Wellman, Tatiana Gefter, Saph the Something, Taylor Michaels, and special guest Shannon Strucci. Art by NerdVolKurisu Written, scored, edited, and narrated by Rat Grimes. Transcripts available in episode notes at somewhereohio.com

Episode 2: Bored

Jasmine learns more about her new employer via Sterling Proof, Scarlet learns more about Jasmine, and Jasmine learns more about herself. (CWs: Strong language, depression) Check out our website for more info! Join our Patreon for early access! CREDITS: Cast, in order of appearance: Jesse Syratt, Em Carlson, Emily Kellogg, Shaun Pellington, Justin Hatch, William A. Wellman, Tatiana Gefter, Saph the Something, Taylor Michaels, and special guest Shannon Strucci. Art by NerdVolKurisu Written, scored, edited, and narrated by Rat Grimes. Transcripts available in episode notes at somewhereohio.com

Episode 3: Sound and Sand

Scarlet leads Jasmine through sand dunes, and Jasmine makes an administrative decision. (CWs: mention of torture, strong language) Check out our website for more info! Join our Patreon for early access! CREDITS: Cast, in order of appearance: Jesse Syratt, Em Carlson, Emily Kellogg, Shaun Pellington, Justin Hatch, William A. Wellman, Tatiana Gefter, Saph the Something, Taylor Michaels, and special guest Shannon Strucci. Art by NerdVolKurisu Written, scored, edited, and narrated by Rat Grimes. Transcripts available in episode notes at somewhereohio.com

Episode 4: Resumes

Scarlet tells Jasmine about her past, and makes an exasperated call. (CWs: blood, injury, depression, food, drug and alcohol references, strong language) Check out our website for more info! Join our Patreon for early access! See our Carrd for social media links and more! CREDITS: Cast, in order of appearance: Jesse Syratt, Em Carlson, Emily Kellogg, Shaun Pellington, Justin Hatch, William A. Wellman, Tatiana Gefter, Saph the Something, Taylor Michaels, and special guest Shannon Strucci. Art by NerdVolKurisu Written, scored, edited, and narrated by Rat Grimes. Transcripts available in episode notes at somewhereohio.com Visit Spirit Box Radio's website for more info