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Welcome to Night Vale

Night Vale Presents
Night Vale
Kevin
Mother Lauren
Desert Bluffs
Absence Of Father
Sibling Relationships
Tamika Flynn
Family Dynamics
Library Tweens
Riddles
Patreon
Grove Park
Carlos
Dreams
Frown Night
Betterhelp
Odoo
Desert World
Forgiveness
Schlecht Family

Twice-monthly community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, where every conspiracy theory is true. Turn on your radio and hide. Never listened before? It's an ongoing radio show. Start with the current episode, and you'll catch on in no time. Or, go right to Episode 1 if you wanna binge-listen.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes364Founded14 years ago
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Recent Guests

Dana Cardinal
Former mayor of Night Vale
Episode: 277 - Locked Library Mystery
Nazar al-Mujahid
A poet from Night Vale
Episode: 266 - The Return of Poetry Week
Journey Brown-Saintel
An amateur roller coaster designer who participated in a fan competition at Hysteria Land.
Episode: 263 - Hysteria Land
Harrison Kip
Archeology professor at the Night Vale Community College
Night Vale Community College
Episode: 256 - The Book of Lost Things
Symphony Sanders
Guest actor featured in the live recording
Episode: 253 - instructions for folding
Meg Bashwinner
Guest actor featured in the live recording
Episode: 253 - instructions for folding
Joseph Fink
Guest actor featured in the live recording
Episode: 253 - instructions for folding
Jonathan Franzen
Critically acclaimed novelist and recent Booker Prize winner
Episode: 242 - The New Branch
Tamika Flynn
Former teen militia leader, current city council member
Episode: 241 - He Is Still Holding a Knife

Hosts

Cecil Baldwin
The voice of Night Vale and host of Welcome to Night Vale. He is known for his unique storytelling style and quirkily humorous narratives.
Jeffrey Cranor
Co-writer and co-creator, and host of Welcome to Night Vale. He brings a collaborative approach to storytelling within the show.
Joseph Fink
Co-creator and writer, he plays a significant role in shaping the narratives and creative direction of Welcome to Night Vale.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 59.3k ratings
  • 100,000,000,000/10

    Incredible. It’s so hilarious and crazy, and the little aspects referencing current politics are on point. #WTNV

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sebella_was_here
    United States12 days ago
  • Life-changing

    Listening to this podcast changed my life, in that my old life immediately disappeared and no memories of it remain in my head. Night Vale is a great place to live. The city council is very helpful. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kirascene
    United States16 days ago
  • Anti-Christ

    Just a warning if you’re a Christian, they pretty much hate you. I won’t be listening to anymore of this show. I can’t believe in this world, where there’s already enough hate and religious persecution, that you are perpetuating it through your stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DGErickson
    United States20 days ago
  • ALL HAIL THE GLOW CLOUD

    This podcast is so amazing and I love how creative the ideas are as much as I worship the glow cloud!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snails eat bread in diesel
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • So good, I don’t even remember my sister!

    People keep telling me that I have a sister and that her name is “Shamma” or something. Sometimes I feel like I can see her face, just there beyond the blackness of my vision. She’s reaching out to me, eyes vacant and yawning like the maw of some uncaring, mechanical intake orifice. If I focus, her silent cries of anguish seep into my ears until I can only hear the cracking of mirrors. “Stop,” she says to me, “stop listening to this podcast!” I shiver. I panic, silently; kept still like sleep pa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cheeks4901
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Caution toward content that might offend certain listeners, particularly those of conservative views.
Life-changing for some, providing an escapist and community-oriented experience.
Witty and profoundly relatable in addressing life's absurdities.
Incredible and hilarious, with timely political references.
appreciation for creativity, humor, and immersive storytelling.

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Talking Points

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281 - Witnesses
Q: Did you see who murdered him?
Ethan confirms he saw Marcus, who looked angry and scared before a shadow moved toward him, but he cannot say who the murderer is.
263 - Hysteria Land
Q: What are nonverbal ways of making friends in a corporate environment?
Podcasts can help provide companionship without requiring actual conversation, which can be beneficial.
263 - Hysteria Land
Q: What’s your advice on staying close with adolescent children?
Patience is key, and it’s important to keep asking questions to maintain a connection, even if the child seems distant.
240 - He Is Holding a Knife
Q: What should I know about the boy who is holding a knife?
The boy is lost, doesn't remember his name, and behaves strangely while interacting with various townsfolk.
241 - He Is Still Holding a Knife
Q: What do you want to do with the knife?
The boy expresses his desire to put the knife into a body repeatedly, illustrating a desire to disassemble his older self, Kevin.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Welcome to Night Vale

What is Welcome to Night Vale about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features imaginative community updates from the fictional town of Night Vale, where conspiracy theories and absurdity intertwine, creating a unique and surreal listening experience. Its narrative style often blends humor, dark themes, and eccentric characters, offering insights into the strange happenings around town—from bizarre murders to unusual festivals, while also touching upon deeper issues like identity and community dynamics. Notably, the format resembles a quirky radio show, making it accessible for newcomers, whether they tune into current episodes or choose to start from the beginning.

This series is characterized by its memorable voice, quirky humor, and a commitment to maintaining a whimsical yet unsettling tone thro... more

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2. Nazar al-Mujahid
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8. Jonathan Franzen

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