The NoSleep Podcast

It’s Episode 16 of Season 24. Enter the dark waters of the Cape Fear River as we present tales about beastly beasts. This week’s special guest host is Erin B. Lillis “Against the Forces of Nature” by Benjamin Kardos (Story starts around 00:10:10)
Produced by Phil Michalski
Cast: Narrator – Atticus Jackson, Pop – David Cummings, Woman – Mary Murphy “The Bone Courier” by Alistair Rey (Story starts around 00:23:05)
Produced by Jeff Clement
Cast: Narrator – James Cleveland, Courier – Andy Cresswell “More than a Lamb for Súile Buí” by C. W. Stevenson (Story starts around 00:35:15)
Produced by Jesse Cornett
Cast: Narrator – David Ault, Maeve – Erika Sanderson, Mary Kate – Mary Murphy, John – Conor Larkin, Charley – Jake Benson, Collom – Graham Rowat “Moonlight over Vietnam” by Jackson Arthur (Story starts around 01:23:50)
Produced by Phil Michalski
Cast: Mathew – Mike DelGaudio, Roger – Jesse Cornett “Beyond the Valley” by Ivan X Cruz (Story starts around 02:20:20)
Produced by Claudius Moore
Cast: Narrator – Kyle Akers, Ma – Nikolle Doolin, Pa – Peter Lewis, Creature – Peter Lewis Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone “More than a Lamb for Súile Buí” illustration courtesy of Miggea @miggea #horror #scarystories #nosleep #podcast #life

Hi new listeners, welcome to the NoSleep Podcast! We are a horror fiction anthology podcast hosted by the inimitable @davidcummingsofficial that puts out weekly episodes of cinematic audio drama, combining world-class voice talent, amazing sound design and brilliant music written by @brandonboonemusic to terrify you into the wee small hours. We adapt popular stories and creepypastas from the internet, and tales written especially for the show by some of today’s top horror talent. 23 seasons, thousands of stories, hundreds of hours of content…if you’re new to us, now is the time to start your binge! Creepy season is upon us and there is no better way to spend an evening by the fire than listening to a horrifying tale of woe, dread, decay or disaster. On that note, you can listen to our episodes for free anywhere podcasts are found, or sign up for our premium content subscription The Sleepless Universe and you’ll get early access to our ad-free full-length episodes, bonus content and so much more. Head on over to our website (link in bio) for more. Oh, also…we’re always looking for submissions! Our website has all the info and guidelines if you want to send us a story. Whether you’re a regular listener or a new fan, don’t forget to tell your friends about us- share this post, make sure you follow us on here and subscribe on your podcast app of choice so you never miss an episode. The NoSleep Podcast…for the dark hours where you dare not close your eyes…

SLEEPLESS! Sorry for shouting, but it's been a while. A very long while...since we last updated our merch store! UNTIL NOW! We know, we know. The only reason we haven't been able to update our merch as often as we'd like is that, well, we've been so busy bringing you new weekly episodes of premium horror podcasting goodness for 15 years that we haven't had much time to tend ye olde merch store. But now we're incredibly excited to say we've teamed up with the amazing Voidmerch (@voidmerchstore ) to bring you shiny brand new designs and some classics, across a range of products, clothing, mugs, pins, caps...and we're going to keep adding to the range on a regular basis now we're all set up. Expect owls. And slogans. And some of our favourite NoSleep quotes. And other landmark designs...15 years of the NoSleep Podcast, you say? Sounds like a merch opportunity to me 😉😏 For now, go checkout our NoSleep x Voidmerch Threadless store and we'd LOVE if you could tag us in any pics of you modelling these fine wares. No pressure. Keep it decent or we'll set the Library Basement monster on you. Have fun! Link here and in stories /collections/the-official-no-sleep-merch-collection/

It’s Episode 15 of Season 24. Enter the dark waters of the Cape Fear River as we present tales about horror found in tech and nature. This week's special guest host is Jessica McEvoy @jnmcevoy “The Stream” by Matthew Jackson (Story starts around 00:04:20) Produced by Jeff Clement Cast: Robbie – Dan Zappulla, Corey – Atticus Jackson, Logan – Jeff Clement “Channel 14” by Z.S. Orchid (Story starts around 00:28:30) Produced by Jesse Cornett Cast: Anthony – Mike DelGaudio, Marcy – Linsay Rousseau “The Bleeding Tree” by Andrew Maust (Story starts around 01:11:35) Produced by Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator – Jesse Cornett, Jordan – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Tyler – Kyle Akers, Tree – David Cummings “The Keystone Witch” by Trella Novic (Story starts around 01:45:30) Produced by Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator – Peter Lewis Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone “The Keystone Witch” illustration courtesy of Krys Hookuh @kryshookuh

Throwback Thursday: WHITEFALL by C.K. Walker Season 12, Episode 25 This week's TT goes to the Season 12 finale and a huge, ambitious production featuring a mammoth cast of Mick Wingert, Jessica McEvoy, Graham Rowat, David Cummings, Peter Lewis, Samantha Sloyan, Mike DelGaudio, Addison Peacock, Nikolle Doolin, Graham Rowat, Matthew Bradford, Atticus Jackson and SO MANY MORE fabulous voice actors. This epic tale from NoSleep favourite C.K.Walker is a snowy, blood-soaked story of survival in a snowstorm that'll leave your belly feeling very, very empty indeed. Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone @brandonboonemusic Audio adaptation produced by: Phil Michalski Sound design by: Phil Michalski “Whitefall” illustration courtesy of Jörn @joerndraws /episodes/s12/12x25

Lines are crossed in “Unprompted” by Michael Fallon (@fallon8485 ) S25E14 of the @nosleeppodcast 🎹 @brandonboonemusic 🎛️ Jesse Cornett #audiodrama #horror #podcast #nosleep #creativeprocess

It’s Episode 14 of Season 24. Enter the dark waters of the Cape Fear River as we present tales of insidious inspections. Today’s special guest host is the BoothJunkie himself Mike DelGaudio @boothjunkie “Forbearance” by Nicholas Hinchey (Story starts around 00:09:10) Produced by Claudius Moore Cast: Christine – Mary Murphy, Howard – David Cummings, Woman – Sarah Ruth Thomas “Unprompted” by Michael Fallon (Story starts around 00:42:15) Produced by Jesse Cornett Cast: Milo – Graham Rowat, Marielle – Linsay Rousseau, Gabrielle – Ella Boone, Dr. G – Wafiyyah White “The Neighbourhood Watcher” by Luke Pudney (Story starts around 01:17:30) Produced by Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator – David Ault, Newsreader – Erika Sanderson, Date – Penny Scott-Andrews, Officer #1 – Guy Woodward, Officer #2 – Ash Millman, Officer #3 – Andy Cresswell, Thomas’s Father – Jake Benson, Thomas – James Cleveland “Peelers Club” by Johnny Byutorie (Story starts around 01:45:10) Produced by Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator – Jeff Clement Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone “The Neighbourhood Watcher” illustration courtesy of Catriel Tallarico @tallaricocatriel #NoSleepPodcast #scarystories

Something wicked this way sails… The NoSleep gang is taking over the high seas and you're invited. February 8–12, 2027 NoSleep Live at sea, exclusive meet & greet, and the best horror & true crime podcasters all in one place. Use code NOSLEEP at checkout to lock in your spot at our private meet & greet. Tickets are going FAST. This is your sign. 🔗 crimewaveatsea.com/NoSleep See you onboard… if you dare. #truecrime #scarystories #cruise #comingsoon #nosleep

My latest story, “You Shall Love Your Crooked Neighbor With Your Crooked Heart,” is now a special episode of The No Sleep Podcast—narrated by the amazing @sarahruthvoice and a stellar supporting cast. It’s in their Sanctuary (subscriber-only tier), so I can’t share a link—but I’m really thrilled with this beautiful, unsettling adaptation. #FrontierGothic #TrueGrit #TheExorcist #TheCrucible

April's bonus episode was released today but we know some of you might not see it in your feeds. We are aware of the issue and are working to resolve it as soon as possible. Thank you for Staying Sleepless with us 👻

Calling all horror fans and true crime addicts your 2027 plans just got terrifying. Join the NoSleep gang February 8th–12th, 2027, for an unforgettable experience on the high seas. We are thrilled to be part of the CrimeWave at Sea lineup, bringing NoSleep Live to the stage. Book Now to experience the NoSleep Podcast as never before... Live in a one-of-a-kind setting. Use code NOSLEEP at crimewaveatsea.com/NoSleep to join our private meet & greet. Meet fellow "sleepless" fans and your favorite podcasters. Don't wait cabins are selling quickly! See you onboard... if you dare. #cruise #truecrime #podcasts #scarystories

It’s Episode 13 of Season 24. Enter the dark waters of the Cape Fear River as we present tales about awful abodes Special Host for the week Peter Lewis 🤯 “The Last Chair” by Quincy Lee (Story starts around 00:08:20) Produced by Jeff Clement Cast: Rowan – Matthew Bradford, Ace – Izzy Braumberger, Joel – Peter Lewis, Voice – Jeff Clement “Underneath” by Sean Seebach (Story starts around 00:40:40) Produced by Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator – Mike DelGaudio, Trevor – Dan Zappulla, Vanessa – Linsay Rousseau, Tanya – Nichole Goodnight, Jonah – Danielle McRae, Hoss – Jesse Cornett “The Infestation Investigation” by Luke Pudney (Story starts around 01:08:30) Produced by Jesse Cornett Cast: Narrator – James Cleveland, Gerry – Andy Cresswell, Mrs. Taylor – Erika Sanderson, Mr. Taylor – David Ault, Woman – Ash Millman, Police Officer – Jake Benson, Old Lady #1 – Penny Scott-Andrews, Old Lady #2 – Erin Lillis, Exterminator – Graham Rowat “Tusk” by RM Greta (Story starts around 01:40:40) Produced by Claudius Moore Cast: Janine – Sarah Ruth Thomas, Mother – Erin Lillis, Father – Graham Rowat Executive Producer & Host: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone “The Infestation Investigation” illustration courtesy of Alia Synesthesia