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The Road of Shadows

Mark R. Healy
Shadows
Amber
Daniel Knox
Oakwood
Clifford Springs
Bloodrock Springs
Schilling
The Strata
Black Ridge
Jeffrey Lee
Daniel
The Road Of Shadows
I Am Echo
Murder Mystery
Silverton, United States
Nostrama
Patreon
Draghisa
Mockery Manor
Maggie Lane

It's 1984, and Daniel Knox is on the run. He's spent his entire life evading mysterious creatures that are disguised as everyday people - the ones he calls 'Shadows'. Preying on humans in secret, the Shadows are an enigma even to Daniel. But he knows one thing for sure - the Shadows' true nature can't be seen by anyone but him. As he seeks refuge in a remote mountain community, Daniel crosses path... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes87Founded4 years ago
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Episode: Shadows After Dark - Retro - Episode 1.1
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Mark R. Healy
Creator and producer of The Road of Shadows; host and primary driver of creative direction.
Nick
Co‑host and collaborator on the series.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Shazza

    Hope we don’t have to wait too long for the next season!!!🤞🤞🤞🤞

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gar2ros2
    Australiaa month ago
  • Loved it

    Listened to all 5 seasons this month. Please tell me there will be more soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gpmr1988
    United States2 months ago
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    brian1128
    3 months ago
  • the road of shadows

    I rly like this show its very entertaining. i like the voices and the sounds around very well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Лопота 12310
    United States3 months ago
  • Very Entertaining

    Very entertaining and slow but the character build up has you rooting more and more for the young warriors. You just can’t get enough

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T Rodzz
    United States4 months ago

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A moody 1980s-set sci-fi/fantasy audio drama follows Daniel Knox as he hides from mysterious, human-appearing beings. Across seasons, listeners are treated to a richly built mythos of Shadows, kin networks, prophecies, and a remote mountain town where danger lurks behind everyday life. The show blends suspense, supernatural lore, and character-driven stakes, with production emphasis on sound design and world-building that rewards long-form listening. Notable is the serialized lore approach, expulsive world-building, and ongoing exploration of power, loyalty, and survival through a rising cast of antagonists and allies.

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1. The Strata
2. Bloodrock Springs
3. Bunker 8
4. National Emergency
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The Road of Shadows launched 4 years ago and published 87 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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