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Audio Theatre Central

Porchlight Family Media
Audio Drama
Adventures In Odyssey
Sonic-Con
Old Time Radio
Voice Acting
Audio Drama Institute
Heart Matters
Indie Audio Drama
Bear Trap Ranch
Robin Hood Rising To Honor
Heartmatters
Joan Of Arc
Branson, Missouri
The Adventures In Odyssey Theater Pilot Project
Jake Muller Adventures
Peter Pan
Heidi
Audidrama
Sonic-Con 2026
Time Truck Chronicles

We explore family-friendly audio drama through news, reviews, and interviews with cast and crew.Audio drama critic, J.D. Sutter, and a rotating cast of co-hosts discuss new releases from series such as Lamplighter Theatre, Adventures in Odyssey, Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, Heirloom Audio, and Jonathan Park. They will also introduce you to the work of other producers that the team thinks you... more

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(00:00:00) Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter

(00:00:52) Audio Drama Updates

(00:06:11) Ask Me Anything

(01:04:18) Monologue (So Here’s What I’m Thinking)

For the first time in quite a while, the ATC host, J.D. Sutter, sits down and... more

ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap Day 3 of Sonic-Con 2026.

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ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap Day 2 of Sonic-Con 2026.

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ATC Contributor Austin Peachey and guest host Jonathan Cooke of Eternal Future Productions recap the first day of Sonic-Con 2026.

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Bethany Baldwin
Voice actress, writer, and performer featured in family-friendly audio drama
Episode: The Road to Voice Acting with Bethany Baldwin
Michael Schroeder
ATC contributor joining for the Jake Muller Adventures Blood review
ATC contributor
Episode: Review of The Jake Muller Adventures: Blood
Madaline Ware
Head of Adventures in Odyssey Theater Pilot Project
Adventures in Odyssey
Episode: New Adventures in Odyssey Art and Logo, AIO on the Stage & More
Christopher Green
writer, producer, actor
Window Seat • Time Truck Chronicles
Episode: Developing a New Series, Indie Audio Drama Trends & More with Christopher Green
Paul McCusker
Writer and producer involved with AIR Theatre and Augustine Institute Radio Theatre
Augustine Institute / AIR Theatre / Focus on the Family
Episode: AIR Theatre, AIO, and More with Writer Paul McCusker
Sarah Kramer
Voice actor on the show
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Episode: AIR Theatre, AIO, and More with Writer Paul McCusker
Ian Lahlum
Stage actor turned voice actor, known for roles in audio drama
Sight and Sound Theatre Branson; various audio productions
Episode: Interview with Voice and Stage Actor Ian Lahlum [Bonus Episode]
Michael Schrader
ATC contributor
Audio Theatre Central
Episode: Review of The Victory of Joan of Arc from AIR Theatre
Kristie Jardot
Lead program coordinator and executive producer of HeartMatters audio dramas
HeartMatters ( Oklahoma )
Episode: Check-in with Kristie Jardot, Executive Producer at HeartMatters

Hosts

JD Sutter
Host of Audio Theatre Central; leads discussions on episodes, news, and industry insights.
Austin Peachey
Co-host/host contributor focusing on interviews and episode coverage.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Awesome

    Love the behind the scenes of audio drama stuff that ATC. I have learned of so many great audio dramas I had never heard of from ATC! Great interviews, news and interviews from the audio drama world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    odysey fan
    United States3 years ago
  • BREAKING NEWS

    I LOVE ATC!! I enjoy the cleanliness of the episodes. ALSO, ROY HAS THE PERFECT VOICE FOR JASON IN AIO IF THE ACTOR WERE TO STOP ACTING!!!😱😱😱😱😱

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    greg 124445566788990
    United States4 years ago
  • The place for all things family friendly audio drama

    This is a fantastic podcast for audio drama lovers!! The guys, led by JD, have an unrivaled passion audio drama.

    Keep up the great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joshrodwrites
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    A well edited, professionally recorded show. Always look forward to the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craiggory
    United States5 years ago
  • ATC is to great audio dramas what cheese is to crackers. It completes them. There is no better or funner way to stay plugged into the family friendly audio drama world than this podcast!

    Podchaser
    5
    Joah Pearson
    5 years ago

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Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter
Q: Who is your favorite Adventures in Odyssey character?
He names Eugene Miltzner as his absolute favorite AIO character, followed by Jason Whitaker and Jimmy Barkley, and notes Townsend Coleman's long-time portrayal of Jason Whitaker as particularly compelling.
Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter
Q: Which audio drama would you reboot and what voice actor would you cast as the new main actor?
He expresses a preference for ending series rather than perpetual revivals, suggests Dragnet as a strong reboot candidate with potential casting choices like Jonathan Cook or Daniel Cross, and mentions Tom Swift as a candidate for completion by Colonial Radio Theatre, highlighting the benefits of using real-world police stories in a Dragnet-style format.
Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter
Q: What are your favorite non-AIO or Lamplighter shows from the past five years, and what would you like to see finished that hasn't been?
He lists multiple favorites from various producers, praises high-quality dramas like The Witnesses and The Church at Trestle Falls, and expresses a strong desire to see titles such as The Watch, Pirateers, and Robin Hood Rising to finish, while noting a preference for endings over endless runs.
Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter
Q: How do you handle organizing all of your audio drama collections?
He describes using Plex with separate libraries for audio drama, music, audiobooks, and stand-up; he also mentions alternatives like Jellyfin, iBroadcast, and VLC, emphasizes proper metadata tagging, and notes the importance of archiving favorite shows that may disappear from hosting platforms.
Ask Me Anything #1 with Your Host, J.D. Sutter
Q: What sparked your love for audio drama in the first place?
He traces it back to early childhood memories of listening to audio drama in a television-free home, recalling stand-alone stories on cassette and radio shows like Standin Tall, Moody Radio, and Old Time Radio; later, he fell in love with Odyssey and Louis L'Amour adaptations, which cemented his path into audio drama.

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What is Audio Theatre Central about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tune in for thoughtful coverage of family-friendly audio drama, including news, reviews, and in-depth interviews with voice actors, writers, and producers. Episodes cover a wide range of projects—from long-running series to indie innovations—along with industry trends, production craft, and practical tips for creators. A consistent throughline is support for faith-affirming storytelling and community-building within the audio-drama ecosystem, plus behind-the-scenes looks at casting, sound design, and distribution. The show stands out for its positive, craft-focused approach, willingness to explore both classic favorites and new projects, and its role as a hub for fans, creators, and churches or schools exploring audio drama for ed... more

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1. Your Fellow Odyssians
2. Live Free with Josh Howerton
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4. The Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast
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Recent guests on Audio Theatre Central include:

1. Bethany Baldwin
2. Michael Schroeder
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4. Christopher Green
5. Paul McCusker
6. Sarah Kramer
7. Ian Lahlum
8. Michael Schrader

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