The Bad Articles
Felbryn StudiosA supernatural comedy audio drama, following the chaotic and absurd investigations of the Official Supernatural Neutralisation Agency (O.S.N.A.) as they attempt to stop otherworldly threats across 1990's Ireland. A narrative experience that weaves together improvised comedy, tabletop roleplaying and rich sound design.
This is a silly and irreverent love-letter to collaborative story telling, Iris... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 15 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionImprovComedyComedy Fiction | |||
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The Gums of Ballybogle (Part 4)
The Bad Articles is created by JR McCormick and Aidan Kelly.
Editing and Sound Design by Clark Phillips, with additional SFX and voices by Conleth McVeigh.
Featuring:
Amelia Price as Sylvester Smiley
Starring:
Pa... more
The Gums of Ballybogle (Part 3)
The Bad Articles is created by JR McCormick and Aidan Kelly.
Editing and Sound Design by Clark Phillips, with additional SFX and voices by Conleth McVeigh.
Featuring:
Amelia Price as Sylvester Smiley
Starring:
Pa... more
The Gums of Ballybogle (Part 2)
The Bad Articles is created by JR McCormick and Aidan Kelly.
Editing and Sound Design by Clark Phillips, with additional SFX and voices by Conleth McVeigh.
Featuring:
Amelia Price as Sylvester Smiley
Starring:
Pa... more
The Gums of Ballybogle (Part 1)
The Bad Articles is created by JR McCormick and Aidan Kelly.
Editing and Sound Design by Clark Phillips, with additional SFX and voices by Conleth McVeigh.
Featuring:
Amelia Price as Sylvester Smiley
Starring:
Pa... more
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- What mad, brilliant narrative alchemy is this?
A spooktacular premise + hilarious improv + TTRPG mechanics + outstanding sound design - what's not to love? And let's not forget Bertie the pint-pouring Omnibot.
This is an ingenious, wickedly fun concept that's expertly executed. Here's to the Knuckles, their ever-growing menagerie, and many more Bad Articles.
Apple Podcasts5Liminal Flares
United States3 months ago What mad, brilliant narrative alchemy is this?
A spooktacular premise + hilarious improv + TTRPG mechanics + outstanding sound design - what's not to love? And let's not forget Bertie the pint-pouring Omnibot.
This is an ingenious, wickedly fun concept that's expertly executed. Here's to the Knuckles, their ever-growing menagerie, and many more Bad Articles.
Podcast Addict53 months agoMaika- In 1990s Ireland, some files were never meant to be opened.
I don’t quite know how The Bad Articles pulls this off, but it manages to feel unsettling and comforting at the same time. It’s the kind of show that doesn’t shout about its mysteries — it lets them sit there, half‑explained, quietly daring you to lean in closer.
Set in 1990s Ireland, it feels like you’ve stumbled across a stack of forgotten files that were never meant to leave a cabinet. Strange things are happening, everyone involved seems to know more than they’re saying, and the rules of th... more
Apple Podcasts5Twilight pixies
United Kingdom4 months ago - Glad I found this!
I was looking for something new to listen to, had my expectations blown away and now I’m dying for the rest! Hilarious stuff.
Apple Podcasts5Silentlistener222United Kingdom9 months ago - Will make you look stupid in public
Was walking around laughing while alone listening to this. Looked like an idiot. 10/10
Apple Podcasts5John Danger QuinnUnited Kingdom9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #172 | United Kingdom/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #200 |  Canada/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Australia/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #31 |  Ireland/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Netherlands/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #55 |  Spain/Fiction/Comedy Fiction |
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A supernatural comedy audio drama following the Official Supernatural Neutralisation Agency (OSNA) as they stumble through absurd investigations across 1990s Ireland. Rich sound design, improvisational storytelling, and tabletop-style play fuel chaotic cases that blend Irish folklore with irreverent humor. Each season-tinted arc leans into atmosphere, quirky characters, and ongoing mysteries that encourage listener imagination rather than tidy resolutions. Noteworthy is the show's distinctive mix of improv, folklore, and nostalgic 90s vibes, packaged as self-contained investigations with a playful, irreverent tone that still delivers genuine moments of camaraderie and tension.
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The Bad Articles launched 9 months ago and published 15 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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