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The Stars Aren't Alright | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play

The Stars Aren't Alright
Call Of Cthulhu
The Stars Aren't Alright
Die Hard
John Mcclane
Rita
Mahm-Bo V
Rita City
Sandra
Gate City
Desert Bear

The Stars Aren't Alright is an Actual Play comedy/horror podcast, blending the Lovecraftian mythos with a far future, sci fi setting. The Keeper, Brian, uses the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG system to lead Alex, Catherine, Tom, and Leah through a series of mysterious events, unfolding into eldritch horror that stretches their character's sanity - and, in the end, learning that the true reality bending be... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes71Founded3 years ago
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ImprovFictionComedyScience Fiction

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Latest Episodes

Juno makes several Persuade rolls. Glade does what she has to. Alastar shows off his piloting skills. Barron attempts rocket science. In the dark conclusion to season 3, our crew face impossible choices - either bad OR worse would be a gift at this p... more

The crew of the Violet King Henry talks about tubes - and comes to a fateful decision about their path forward in Part 1 of our Season 3 Finale...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing s... more

Enjoy this brief, spoiler heavy recap of Season 3, episodes 1-12! We're in the process of getting episode 13 recorded, and we can't wait to bring that to you. In the meantime, why not enjoy some not-malt malt liquor at a licensed establishment - unle... more

The crew undertakes a dramatic rescue - all while certain doom approaches from orbit. Glade and Alastar make an agreement. Barron plays with a big tube. Juno is a wizard. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Main Jerple
Director of Engerin/Engereth Limited facility (lab negotiator)
Engereth Limited
Episode: S3E6: The Calm Before The Storm
Monica Giles
Lobbyist/administrator from Gate City Endowment Committee
Gate City Endowment Committee
Episode: S3E5: A Little Bit of Rita

Host

Brian Gashgarian
Keeper of the game; guides the session; acts as host/keeper across multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • This is a great show with a great cast. If you're a fan of actual play podcasts, cosmic horror or horchatta this is a good one for you

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MccMangus
    21 days ago
  • Love this pod and the cast chemistry. It feels like OIP and truly improvised. Don't miss this if you enjoy dark horror with a bunch of comedic breaks with action and drama.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Scott B
    a month ago
  • Clever and hilarious

    Creative, cohesive, imaginative, and loads of fun to listen in. I appreciate how social commentary finds a place in the story, making the listener think in between laughs, as all great comedy does.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joelle1985
    Canada3 months ago
  • A great listen.

    Give it a shot you’ll love it .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    martinoutfishing
    Canada7 months ago
  • Binge Worthy

    Love everything about this podcast. Just about to finish season 2. Only took 30 days!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryecord
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners enjoy the meta moments and clever improv that elevate standard RPG sessions.
Listeners praise the show's banter and chemistry, noting the balance of humor and horror.
Fans appreciate the creative world-building and high-stakes storytelling.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#144
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#118
Germany/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#34
Brazil/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#90
Poland/Comedy/Improv

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A spacefaring Call of Cthulhu actual-play combines Lovecraftian cosmic horror with far-future sci-fi, delivered through improvisational, character-driven storytelling. Episodes center on tense negotiations, moral choices under pressure, and escalating peril as a crew navigates eldritch threats, political intrigue, and chaotic misadventures, often punctuated by dark humor and meta moments. The show stands out for its blend of tabletop mechanics with improvisational theatre, strong inter-character dynamics, and a penchant for high-stakes, cinematic set pieces that push players to improvise under pressure while exploring themes of trust, memory, and the nature of reality.

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The Stars Aren't Alright launched 3 years ago and published 71 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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