Rephonic
Artwork for The Silt Verses

The Silt Verses

Eskew Productions Ltd
Glottage
The Silt Verses
Adjudicator Shrue
Camlann
Faith
Civil War
Church Electric
The Trawler Man
Adjudicator Cross
Slag Court
Family
Love
Betrayal
Sacrifice
Forgiveness
Abandonment
War
High Prophet Faulkner
Nesh
Children Of the Woundtree

In this horror/fantasy serial drama, Carpenter and Faulkner, two worshippers of an outlawed god, travel up the length of their deity’s great black river, searching for holy revelations.

As their pilgrimage lengthens and the river’s mysteries deepen, the two acolytes find themselves under threat from a police manhunt, but also come into conflict with the weirder gods that have flourished in these... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes55Founded5 years ago
Categories
DramaScience FictionFiction

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Silt Verses

Latest Episodes

Say farewell to 2024 with another two hours of Silt Verses-related chaos and rambling! In the second part of our ridiculously long QnA, big questions are tackled, shocking secrets about music-listening habits are revealed, and most importantly, the v... more

The first half of our absolutely epic four-hour final-season QnA, with fan questions on subjects from the sublime to the very, very silly. Hosted by Méabh de Brún, with B. Narr, Muna Hussen, Jon Ware, Lucille Valentine, Jimmie Yamaguchi, Sarah Griffi... more

Final reunions - and final partings. These were The Silt Verses. Thank you so much for listening.

This episode contains character death, suicide, loud gunshots, and drowning.

This episode features Méabh de Brún, Erika Sanderson, B. Narr, Lucille Va... more

Part Two will arrive on Monday 22nd July! Thank you for your patience.

Carpenter makes a deal to get Hayward home in one piece. Paige puts forward a proposition to the Children of the Woundtree. Carson attempts a risky negotiation.

This episode fea... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Sam Kincanon
A reporter covering the situation at the Linker Straits and the events unfolding in Glottage.
Unknown
Episode: Chapter 42: I'll Wheeze Through Splintered Teeth
Press Secretary Carson
A government official discussing military successes and public sentiment regarding the recent war victories.
Unknown
Episode: Chapter 42: I'll Wheeze Through Splintered Teeth
Adjudicator Shrue
A prominent character in the political and ethical discussions of the narrative, involved with governance related to sacrificial practices
Northwest
Episode: Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last
Adjudicator Cross
A character representing ethical sacrifice activism in the narrative, focusing on the balance between government and public sentiment
True Eastern
Episode: Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last
Melissa Dalton
Regional Head for Church Electric, facing backlash due to blackouts; involved in corporate strategies
Church Electric
Episode: Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last
Julius Brand
National VP of Sales for Slag Court, engaging in discussions about corporate accountability and public relations
Slag Court
Episode: Chapter 39: This Rotten World Shall Wheeze Its Last

Host

Méabh de Brún
Host and voice of Carpenter, guiding listeners through the narrative and exploring themes beyond the surface.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Refreshingly profound!

    Finally, intelligent and thoughtful writing that isn’t pretentious! I found this podcast and am obsessed. Very unique perspective on politics, religion, ego, humanity, just wow-HIGHLY recommend. Not for casual listening, it’s poetry at times, with searing messages and believable characters. Super impressive plz give it a shot

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shattafè
    United States8 months ago
  • I have no words

    Just utterly spectacular and terrible and !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cyanalkal
    United States8 months ago
  • GOAT

    Greatest audio drama of all time, maybe the greatest work of fiction of any media I’ve ever consumed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tjcouling
    United States9 months ago
  • Phenomenal

    A masterpiece of audio drama. So strongly written, designed and performed that I twice had to stop listening because it was so overwhelming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zanderpus
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Well done horror, it will mesmerize you.

    A great show that will draw you in to its twisted world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrboo
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the series as one of the best horror dramas, noting its lush storytelling and immersive sound design.
Some mention the intense and gripping nature of the plot, which keeps them invested from episode to episode.
Many reviews highlight emotional engagement and reflections on the nature of sacrifice, indicating that the narrative evokes profound feelings.
The depth of character development and the complexity of themes around faith and morality resonate strongly with the audience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Silt Verses Big Final QnA (Part One of Two)
Q: What was your favorite episode and favorite scene of the show?
Each cast member discusses their favorite scenes, emphasizing character growth, emotional connections, and the portrayal of relationships.
Chapter 41: But As My Last Breath Splits My Throat
Q: Will I ever be free of what I've made?
Not in life and not in death.
Chapter 41: But As My Last Breath Splits My Throat
Q: Will I suffer?
More than some, more than others.
Chapter 41: But As My Last Breath Splits My Throat
Q: Will we survive?
The response indicates a wasted question, suggesting that survival is uncertain and likely tied to the larger narrative of the impending doom.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Silt Verses

What is The Silt Verses about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series combines horror and fantasy elements to tell the intense and complex story of two worshippers, Carpenter and Faulkner, as they embark on a perilous pilgrimage along the great black river of their outlawed god. Throughout the narrative, the travelers face numerous threats, including a police manhunt and confrontations with strange deities that have emerged in the rural landscapes they traverse. The dramatic tension builds as the protagonists grapple with their faith, personal sacrifices, and the haunting consequences of their journey, revealing deep themes around belief, sacrifice, and the nature of divinity that resonate through their encounters and choices.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Silt Verses?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Silt Verses. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Silt Verses and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Silt Verses get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Silt Verses, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Silt Verses?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Silt Verses, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Silt Verses have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Silt Verses has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Silt Verses?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Silt Verses:

1. Malevolent
2. Old Gods of Appalachia
3. The Magnus Archives
4. The Gentleman From Hell
5. Mayfair Watchers Society

How many episodes of The Silt Verses are there?

The Silt Verses launched 5 years ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Silt Verses?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Silt Verses?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Silt Verses from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Silt Verses?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Silt Verses. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Silt Verses?

Recent guests on The Silt Verses include:

1. Sam Kincanon
2. Press Secretary Carson
3. Adjudicator Shrue
4. Adjudicator Cross
5. Melissa Dalton
6. Julius Brand

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days