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Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle

Bryon Kershaw
Seattle
Vaesen
Wilderness Heights Sanitarium
Supernatural
Brook Horse
Pacific Northwest
Ballard
Sophie
Skepsra
Roger Burns
Dr. Jensen
Vashon Island
Madame Lou Graham
Baldwin Farm
Hammer Doug
Gutgrinder
Father Xavier Duffy
Fomoria
Ghosts
Supernatural History

Explore the supernatural history of Seattle in this Actual Play series using the Vaesen role-playing game system by Free League Publishing.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes83Founded3 years ago
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The investigators must finally face down Charles Boone and determine how they want to handle the sasquatch Old Father. Sofie has a confession to make. Weatherby faces his demon(s). Doctor Jensen has a tough pil... more

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Hello dear listener! It's a special episode, since I recently got to participate in a panel at Nerd Camp/Astronomi-Con in Memphis, TN! I got to chat with the amazing casts of the Astronomica, Hi-Tech Low-Life a... more

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Our heroes are ready to bring this Mystery to a close -- oh, actually nevermind. They have a few errands to run first, and decide to split up the party. Sofie has to be the face. Weatherby bonds with Marcelino.... more

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We come face-to-face with the vaesen haunting the lumber camp and discover its reasoning. Doctor Jensen has character growth. Sofie has a new favorite vaesen. Weatherby wields a swordcane.

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Nix Mombardo
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Stanley Reynolds
Mercantile shopkeeper encountered in the mercantile
Mercantile (Vaesen setting)
Episode: Ep. 51: Blood Brothers, Chapter Four
Father Seiji Nakamura
Priest introduced at the Little Chapel
Little Chapel
Episode: Ep. 49: Blood Brothers, Chapter Two
Laura Henderson
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Episode: Ep. 48: Blood Brothers, Chapter One
Tomas Harenstrom
Co-writer and editor for Vaesen material; contributor to City of My Nightmares
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Episode: Interview with Tomas and Kiku Pukk HĂ€renstam from Free League Publishing
Kiku Harenstrom
Writer and contributor to Vaesen adventures; involved in City of My Nightmares
Free League Publishing
Episode: Interview with Tomas and Kiku Pukk HĂ€renstam from Free League Publishing
Ellinor DiLorenzo
Host of Lost Mountain Saga and Other Sagas; co-creator and performer in The Lost Mountain Saga and Man of River
Lost Mountain Saga/Other Sagas, Free League Publishing relevance
Episode: The Lost Mountain and Other Sagas Crossover Episode!
Zack Adair
Guest player joining the mystery for this session
Episode: Ep. 37: The Night Sow, Chapter One
Mark Meer
Famous for voicing Blasto in the Mass Effect series
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Episode: Ep. 35: Broken Bindings, Chapter Seven

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Brian Kershaw
Host and Game Master with Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle; central narrator guiding the sessions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Good but Boring

    Good quality and nice number of players. But it is boring with rolls that are meaningless. Like multiple players failing info rolls and still gets the info.

    If there was less wasted rolls and consequences, would be much more interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nerosus
    Denmark8 months ago
  • Captivating

    This is an amazing combination of superb storytelling and players dedicated to faithfully embody their characters’ real desires and motivations. Every release has me wanting more and impatiently waiting for the next episode. Thank you for creating this wonderful show for us all to enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helshezag
    United States2 years ago
  • So cool!

    This podcast is so much fun!! | love all the characters and they work so well together. I know nothing about Supernatural Seattle too, so it's cool to learn more about it. BTW, I know the accents get hard but I really enjoyed themđŸ€Ł

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stanstan11
    Australia2 years ago
  • Charming, immersive, intriguing!

    We love the ensemble of this show so much! They each bring such a rich flavor to their world and to the whole story. Shout out to the poetic/specific language of the DM Bryon, he does such a wonderful job laying out the world and bringing us right into the spooky!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LotRFan4Ever
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful group dynamics and a killer gm that knows how to work the party.

    Audio is well put together, and makes for easy listening.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DoubleDeckerTacoWeMissYou
    2 years ago

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Some episodes are noted as pacing-rich but occasionally heavy on lore—appealing to lore hounds, potentially challenging for new listeners.
Fans appreciate the balance of suspense, humor, and tactical play with a group that feels like a real ensemble.
Listeners praise the show for strong character work and immersive worldbuilding.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#248
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#136
Sweden/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#143
Norway/Leisure/Games

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Nerdcamp 2026 - Chatstronomica 9 Preview!
Q: If you could cybernetically enhance yourself with any piece of kit from any property you've discussed, what would you choose?
Panelists express a mix of whimsical and practical upgrades, with references to iconic devices like cybernetics from Class of 1989 and other sci-fi tech, reflecting how players value enhancements that improve gameplay and character capabilities.
Sidetracks and Meanderings of Old Seattle: Mid-Point Q&A Spectacular!
Q: Will we get to burn the asylum to the ground?
That's a great question. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I guess.
Ep. 27: Interlude V - Halloween, Part One
Q: What brought you to Seattle?
Hamish wants to see how the library is running and to explore possible assistance for the Rose House.
Ep. 27: Interlude V - Halloween, Part One
Q: What is Sofie going to be dressed as now that you've had all this extra time to think about it?
Sofie is dressing up as the Hwera, incorporating elements from their recent experiences.
Ep. 27: Interlude V - Halloween, Part One
Q: What supernatural creature is Julian going to dress as?
Julian is planning to dress as an incubus with minimal clothing and horns.

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A discussion-driven actual-play show centered on supernatural investigations around the Pacific Northwest, with heavy emphasis on Vaesen lore, dark mysteries, and character-driven storytelling. Episodes balance tense investigations, paranormal combat, and lore-heavy worldbuilding, often weaving in family tensions, haunting atmospheres, and strategic problem-solving. Notable for its moody setting, ensemble cast, and a blend of horror, humor, and tactical gameplay that keeps the stakes high and the world feeling lived-in.

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2. Stanley Reynolds
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