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Spanish Sundown

Samuel Mattern
Madrid
Spanish Sundown
Joy Eslava Nightclub
Horror
History
Pedro De Alcántara
Alfonso Vidal Y Planas
Spain
Witches
Nazis
Celtic Warriors
Veronica
King Philip II
Cárcel De La Corona
Pablo
King Philip V
Cucurrumachos
Roman Empire
Juana Azurduy
Processionaries (caterpillars)

Can you hear the voices?

They are trapped in objects from Spain’s past. An antique door knocker that witnessed a beheading. A murderous revolver hidden under the floor tile of a theater. A centuries-old castle stone pissed on by a madman.

The sun goes down and everyday people stumble across these objects. When they touch them, the voices tell their story.

Stories of Celtic warriors high on shro... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes22Founded9 months ago
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HistoryFictionDrama

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In today’s story, Carlota is partying with her boyfriend Lucas in Madrid’s Plaza Dos de Mayo square. Carlota loves Lucas, but sometimes he does…stuff. Stuff that pisses her off so bad, all she can see are the dark spots of irritation behind her eyes.... more

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In today’s story, guest actress Khephra C. White introduces us to a nurse named Helena. She toys with her favorite golden brooch with red rubies while she wa... more

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Every spring in Spain, the pine trees are covered in nests the size of a fist with the texture of a rotten cobweb. Out of these nests come caterpillars, called processionaries.

These caterpillars are poisonous. Their hairs provoke a rash that can la... more

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Khephra C. White
Guest actress who voices Helena and co-writer on the episode
Spanish Sundown
Episode: The Tablada Sanatorium: Lorca's Reckoning
Lori Gerson
Guest actress who provides voice to several characters in the episode
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Samuel Mattern
Host and creator of the podcast, responsible for narration and production.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Addictive

    Can’t get enough of this! I love the storytelling. So well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McKinley Keener
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome Find!

    Can’t believe I’ve come across this awesome podcast! Once Samuel’s tones hook you in, you can’t stop listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chambotini
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Addictive, can't get enough of this! I love the storytelling.
The vivid sound design makes each history-horror blend feel immediate and cinematic.
Awesome Find! Once Samuel's tones hook you in, you can't stop listening.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#83
Spain/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#179
Ukraine/Fiction/Drama

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview with Lori Gerson
Q: How do languages shape how you express yourself emotionally or when you're telling stories?
Lori explains that vocabulary affects how stories are conveyed, noting that swearing in another language can lack the emotional nuance familiar in one's native tongue.
Interview with Lori Gerson
Q: What do you think might be one of the biggest misconceptions that people have about moving abroad?
Lori mentions that people underestimate the cultural differences and the fact that one must adapt to a new culture instead of expecting it to mirror their home country.
Interview with Lori Gerson
Q: What originally brought you to Spain?
Lori moved to Spain after learning Spanish in childhood and wanted to immerse herself in the language and culture, initially planning for a short stay, but love for the lifestyle kept her there for 24 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spanish Sundown

What is Spanish Sundown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show is a dark, audio-drama absorbing listeners in Spain's past through voices trapped in objects. Each episode weaves historical threads, folklore, and moral complexity—from revolvers beneath theater floors to castle legends and royal intrigues—into compact, suspenseful stories. Expect vivid sound design, on-site acoustics, and interwoven timelines that blend horror with cultural history, often highlighting power, violence, and the messy human impulses behind historical events. Notable is the consistent focus on immersive storytelling powered by a single, unmistakable narrator tone that anchors diverse plots across many eras, making it easy for fans of historical fiction and psychological horror to slip into each tale. This show likel... more

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