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Jabberwocky Audio Theater

Jabberwocky Audio Theater (aka JAT) is a group of storytellers writing, recording, and podcasting out of Deepest Springfield. Inspired by the classic shows of Radio’s Golden Age, JAT aims to create well-crafted tales to entertain and engross modern audiences.Learn more about us at www.jabberaudio.com.We hope you join us on the journey.

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Jabberwocky Audio Theater (aka JAT) is a group of storytellers writing, recording, and podcasting out of Deepest Springfield. Inspired by the classic shows of Radio’s Golden Age, JAT aims to create well-crafted tales to entertain and engross modern audiences.Learn more about us at www.jabberaudio.com.We hope you join us on the journey.

Rank #1: Through the Looking Glass, Episode One

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For this inaugural episode, we’ll have a variety of stories, plus a preview of what’s to come.

  • “The Street Musicians” by Andrew Lang, read by Tom Kramer
  • “The Fox and the Grapes” by Aesop, read by Bjorn Munson
  • “The Owl and the Pussycat” by Edward Lear, read by Kim Davenport
  • “The Ant and the Dove” by Aesop, read by Bjorn Munson

Oct 25 2019

17mins

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Rank #2: Rogue Tyger - Ep 16: Lost and Found (part 1 of 5)

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Enling, Tormar, and Aidan have just escaped a wrecked ship before it careens into a minefield. With them is a mysterious robot. But can they be picked up before their enemies aboard the Silver Star get them first?

May 03 2019

13mins

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Rank #3: Rogue Tyger - Ep 1: The Pilot (part 1 of 5)

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Aidan Vosky, a youth trapped on an uneventful planet in the backwater Haapsalu system longs to travel among the stars. He goes to the spaceport in an effort to join the crew of one of the vessels... but may get more than he bargained for when he meets the crew of the Tyger.

Apr 22 2018

10mins

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Rank #4: Rogue Tyger - Ep 18: Lost and Found (part 3 of 5)

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On a mission to rescue royal diplomats, the crew journeys to a distant moon. Will they arrive in time?

May 17 2019

10mins

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Rank #5: Quorum - The Messenger's Tale

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Washington, DC, September 2011. A city as renowned for pushing papers as for pushing deadlines.But even now, with the capital city clinging to its archaic traditions, 21st century technology is forcing even this town to adapt -- upending industries once deemed indispensable. That said, change in the heart of American government still occurs at a glacial pace.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested Contains multiple variations of someone being called an ass, one instance each of “son of a bitch” as well as “crazy bitch” and taking JC’s name in vain. Plus, misogyny, car crashes and related violence, and cold calculations that affect human lives.

Dec 27 2019

28mins

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Rank #6: Rogue Tyger - Ep 24: Cat and Mouse (part 4 of 5)

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Trapped in a nebula, the crew of the Tyger search for a way out as enemy ships begin to close in.

Jun 28 2019

10mins

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Rank #7: Rogue Tyger - Ep 27: The End Run (part 2 of 5)

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Can the crew of the Tyger deliver Princess Nalini al-Zamin safely to Acheron?

Jul 19 2019

13mins

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Rank #8: Quorum - The Gambler's Tale: Outstanding Debts (part 1 of 10)

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Throughout history, there has always been a chasm between the bulk of humanity and the enigmatic circle who hold true dominion. Those whose influence remains shrouded, save for the rare instances when their designs cross into the outside world... and the real-world repercussions of their schemes can play out with dramatic results.

Oct 26 2018

24mins

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Rank #9: Through a Glass, Darkly - Ep 5

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"The Old Nurse's Story" (Part 2 of 2) by Elizabeth Gaskell, performed by Carol McCaffrey

Dec 20 2019

30mins

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Rank #10: Rogue Tyger - Ep 17: Lost and Found (part 2 of 5)

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Trying to evade the vengeful Sylvia Malabar and her ship, the Silver Star, the crew of the Tyger follow a course given to them by a mysterious robot. 

May 10 2019

12mins

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Rank #11: Rogue Tyger - Ep 6: Flatrock (part 1 of 5)

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The Tyger has left the Haapsalu system for the celebrated Frontier port of Flatrock. But what fates await Reg Macorum and his crew, especially Aidan?

Jul 27 2018

12mins

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Rank #12: JAT Chat # 5

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Bjorn and Bill talk about all the shows that will be coming up for our 2019 season including a special live performance in the DC area on May 25th at Escape Velocity.

Apr 26 2019

16mins

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Rank #13: Rogue Tyger - Ep 3: The Pilot (part 3 of 5)

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The crew of the Tyger must assess the damage done to their ship and themselves, all while trying to escape the ruthless enemy ships pursuing them.

Apr 22 2018

8mins

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Rank #14: Quorum - The Gambler's Tale: Outstanding Debts (part 2 of 10)

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Down-on-his-luck poker player Jimmy Harmon finds himself back in Las Vegas in an attempt to replenish his meager bankroll. But it appears that one of his less-than-reputable creditors, Wiktoria Sałkiewicz, has caught up to him... and is not particularly scrupulous as to how she recovers her investment.

Nov 02 2018

24mins

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Rank #15: Through the Looking Glass - Ep 2

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"A Tale of the Tontlawald" read by Anna Coughlan

Nov 01 2019

28mins

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Rank #16: Rogue Tyger - Ep 10: Flatrock (part 5 of 5)

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Aidan finds himself facing down the barrel of blaster in the hands of a dead man -- even while agents of the Zenocrate Cartel hunt him and Captain Macorum down in the wilds of the Two-Forty. Tune in to the exciting conclusion of Flatrock!

Aug 24 2018

11mins

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Rank #17: Rogue Tyger - Ep 2: The Pilot (part 2 of 5)

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The crew of the Tyger are being pursued by a mysterious ship right after leaving the spaceport of Haapsalu. Are these simple, run-of-the-mill commerce raiders or something more sinister? More to the point, can they escape?

Apr 22 2018

7mins

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Rank #18: Through the Looking Glass - Ep 3

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"The Sleeping Beauty in the Wood" performed by Belen Pifel

Nov 08 2019

24mins

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Rank #19: Through a Glass, Darkly - Ep 2

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"The Rats in the Walls" (Part 1 of 2) performed by William R. Coughlan

Nov 29 2019

28mins

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Rank #20: Behind Rogue Tyger - Episode 2: Brooks Tegler

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A behind-the-scenes interview with Brooks Tegler who plays Reg Macorum on JAT's new series, Rogue Tyger.

Music: Kevin MacLeod

Rating: AD-G. It's just an interview.

Dec 06 2010

15mins

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Quorum — The Harbor Pilot’s Tale

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Basel, August 2012. Near-to-retirement Swiss harbor pilot Klaus Brunner is nearly home after a long day’s work when he is called back to direct an unexpected late-night cargo ship departure. But what seems a routine if inconvenient assignment changes dramatically when he discovers the true nature of the cargo they're carrying — and must take drastic action if he hopes to escape with his life.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains one use of “damn,” a few instances of “hell,” some “my God” exclamations (in English, German, and French), some fairly rude culture-specific slang, as well as a couple of instance of foreign-language saltiness. Plus assorted forms of sometimes-lethal violence (as well as implied and explicit threats thereof), gunshots, explosions, video game addiction, and cold calculations that adversely affect human lives.

Jan 20 2023

29mins

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Trailer for Quorum: The Harbor Pilot's Tale

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This interlude, available to Patreon backers tonight, 1/15/23 and to everyone 1/19/23, takes place between seasons two and three of Quroum. Learn more at JabberAudio.com!

Jan 15 2023

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JAT Jot # 18

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One last update for the year (probably) as we let you know about the new shows coming in 2023, starting in January... as well as a couple special marathons to wrap up this year.

Music: "Frankincense & Myrrh" by Scott Buckley

Nov 22 2022

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JAT Jot # 17

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An update for September 2022 including:

1) A thank you to everyone who supported us for the People's Choice Podcast Awards. (There's always next year)

2) We'll be airing at the Minnesota Webfest from September 25th to September 28th.

3) We'll be airing at the Miami Web Fest from September 29th to October 2nd.

4) You can sign up for our mailing list on our web site

5) You can get dozens of bonus goodies by backing us on Patreon.

Sep 14 2022

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JAT Jot # 16

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Here in July 2022 to let you know three things:

1) We should be back on the terrestrial airwaves this month

2) This month's Patreon bonus segment is about the origins of Quorum character names.

3) This month, we need you to go to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and nominate "Quorum" in the Fiction category for the People's Choice Podcast Awards.

Jul 08 2022

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JAT Jot # 15

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Artistic Director Bjorn Munson gives a general update on the state of things in the Tulgey Wood in June, 2022 (spoiler: some not good, but some good).

Jun 10 2022

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JAT Jot # 14

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Associate Artistic Director William R. Coughlan gives you an update on one of our new series in development as well as talks a bit more about this month's bonus for Patreon backers.

Mar 11 2022

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JAT Jot # 13

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A brief update for February 2022. Learn a bit more about our current and future offerings with our promo reel at: https://www.jabberaudio.com/2022/01/25/new-jabberwocky-audio-promo-for-2022/

Plus learn more about this month's Patreon bonus at: https://www.jabberaudio.com/2022/02/07/leaving-las-vegas-gambling-in-california/

Feb 11 2022

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 10 of 10

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July 2012. As events come to a head, Jimmy Harmon finds himself finally confronting the conspirators behind the White Bluff Restoration Trust. But as the situation escalates, Jimmy is forced to grapple with an uncomfortable realization — and the sudden loss of a key ally. Unable to escape, Jimmy finds himself in mortal peril as the plotters take whatever action they can to prevent their schemes from coming to light — in shockingly extreme fashion.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (“ass,” a few instances of “bitch” and “SOB,” JC’s name in vain, “crap” and descriptive variants thereof, “damn” and associated variations, including “GD,” “dumbass,” “jackass,” “pissant,” “screwed over,” multiple uses of “hell”), horse-race gambling, homicide by firearm, threatening with a gun, hand-to-hand violence with lethal outcome, unsafe flying (with a shameful lack of proper seatbelt usage), and nefarious scheming of the world-dominating variety.

Dec 24 2021

37mins

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 9 of 10

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July 2012. Poker player Jimmy Harmon and his ex-girlfriend Robin Freeman have at last uncovered the truth behind the White Bluff Restoration Trust’s plans. But knowing the truth and being able to prove it are different things entirely. Jimmy plans to return to his exclusive private poker game in an attempt to glean more information while Robin collects their evidence — a course that may be complicated by an ill-conceived betrayal of trust between the pair… and an unforeseen danger awaiting Jimmy.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (uses of “bitch” and “SOB,” several uses of “damn” and variations thereof, including “GD,” several uses of “hell” and descriptive forms thereof, “pissed,” “screw up” and “screwed over,” “Oh my God” as an exclamation, JC’s name taken in vain), horse-race gambling, torture and its aftermath, intimations of extramarital relations, wildly unrestrained gunfire, Hand-to-hand violence with lethal outcome, auto theft, vehicular assault, and homicide by firearm.

Dec 17 2021

32mins

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 8 of 10

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July 2012. After escaping capture thanks to the timely intervention of driver Eleanor Wallis, Jimmy Harmon and Robin Freeman are forced to lick their wounds — both emotional and physical — and reconsider their actions. But a fortuitous realization may put them back on the course for truth — if Jimmy can convince a recalcitrant Eleanor to reveal more than she has been willing to share as of yet. Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested   Contains semi-adult language (“SOB,” “crap,” several uses of “damn” and associated variations, “sucks,” two uses of “hell,” “Oh my God” used as an exclamation, JC’s name in vain, ), gambling (horse racing), torture (and the aftermath thereof), vehicular assault, evading legal authorities by means of unsafe driving practices, and unrestrained gunplay.

Dec 10 2021

31mins

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 7 of 10

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July 2012. Jimmy Harmon has uncovered a troubling connection between the work he has been doing for venture capitalist Anton Kreitzer and the ongoing danger that threatens his ex-girlfriend Robin Freeman. And digging through the secret papers of the mysterious real estate group implicated in these threats reveals little else. But in their quest to find more concrete evidence of wrongdoing, Jimmy and Robin may find themselves in far graver danger than either of them could anticipate.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (“crap,” several uses of “damn” and associated variations, “dumbass,” several mentions of “hell,” “pissed,” and using JC’s name in vain), horse-race gambling, breaking and entering, threatening with a gun and various sharp-bladed implements, torturing a character for information, and vehicular assault.

Dec 03 2021

30mins

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 6 of 10

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July 2012. Having eluded his ill-intentioned pursuers with the help of skilled performance driver Eleanor Wallis, Jimmy Harmon meets up with his ex-girlfriend Robin. Upon learning that her involvement in the sequence of events that led to her coworkers’ disappearance remains undiscovered, Jimmy hatches a plan to recover the hidden documentation that may shed light on the group’s hidden motives… a plan that requires the assistance of a less-than-reputable acquaintance from his Las Vegas days.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (two instances of “SOB,” severeal uses of “crap” or variants thereof, “screwed up,” “God” used as an exclamation, uses of “damn” and associated variations, use of JC’s name in vain, and two uses of “hell”), horse-race gambling (horse racing), a dead body, a surprisingly detailed depiction of identity theft, and trespassing.

Nov 26 2021

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 5 of 10

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July 2012. Having eluded his ill-intentioned pursuers with the help of skilled performance driver Eleanor Wallis, Jimmy Harmon meets up with his ex-girlfriend Robin. Upon learning that her involvement in the sequence of events that led to her coworkers’ disappearance remains undiscovered, Jimmy hatches a plan to recover the hidden documentation that may shed light on the group’s hidden motives… a plan that requires the assistance of a less-than-reputable acquaintance from his Las Vegas days.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (two instances of “SOB,” severeal uses of “crap” or variants thereof, “screwed up,” “God” used as an exclamation, uses of “damn” and associated variations, use of JC’s name in vain, and two uses of “hell”), horse-race gambling (horse racing), a dead body, a surprisingly detailed depiction of identity theft, and trespassing.

Nov 19 2021

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 4 of 10

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July 2012. After accepting an unusual assignment from venture capitalist Anton Kreitzer — a commission shared with the enigmatic Eleanor Wallis and the overtly dramatic Ken Ford — Jimmy Harmon finds himself in the crosshairs of a vicious killer. Narrowly escaping his assailant, Harmon must scramble to stay ahead of his pursuer while ensuring his fellow assignees avoid similar — and potentially lethal — consequences.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (one “SOB,” one “damn,” and two uses of “hell”), gambling (of the horse-track variety), malicious pistol-wielding, hand-to-hand violence, unlawful entry, the discovery of a dead body, evasion of legal authorities, and failure to properly obey the rules of the road (though seatbelts are thankfully employed).

Nov 12 2021

30mins

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Quorum — The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 3 of 10

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July 2012. After finally joining in on the most exclusive private poker game in Los Angeles — a goal for which he may have ulterior motives — Jimmy Harmon works to help his former girlfriend Robin unearth the sinister forces that may be killing her coworkers… without rendering her their next victim. In the meantime, he takes on a mysterious assignment from venture capitalist Anton Kreitzer, once again encountering the brash hustler Ken Ford and the enigmatic yet alluring Eleanor Wallis.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested Contains semi-adult language (several instances of “hell” and “damn” and variations thereof, “asshat,” JC’s name in vain, and “screw” in a non-explicit context), drinking of alcoholic beverages, gambling (poker and horse betting), discussion of breaking and entering, malicious threatening by pistol, and even more inscrutable Cockney dialect.

Nov 05 2021

29mins

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Quorum - The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 2 of 10

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July 2012. After keeping a low profile for months in Los Angeles, poker player Jimmy Harmon at last has the opportunity to gain a seat at an exclusive high-stakes underground game — but before he can join in, he must contend with the return of his former girlfriend Robin, desperate for his help after being unwittingly drawn into a mystery that may have led to murder… a mystery that may have her next on the killer’s list.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested Contains semi-adult language (a few instances of “crap,” “damn” and variations thereof, and “hell,” JC’s name in vain, “piss,” and “screw” in a non-explicit context), the depiction of the unpleasant consequences of drinking (enough rum to blind a pirate), actual drinking (beer, in the absence of a Screaming Viking), irresponsible pistol use, references to murder, gambling (maybe not poker, depending on your definition, but horse racing and proposition betting definitely count), and a virtually indecipherable Cockney dialect.

Oct 29 2021

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Quorum - The Gambler’s Tale: “All That Glitters,” Part 1 of 10

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July 2012. After dealing with Las Vegas mobsters and other ambitious criminal elements, former online poker pro Jimmy Harmon has returned to his old haunts in Los Angeles. Eager to rebuild both his life and his bankroll, Jimmy finds himself drawn back into intrigue as he ventures into the world of Hollywood high-stakes underground poker — meeting potential allies and adversaries along the way… as well as an unexpected individual from his past.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains gambling (if you consider poker gambling — but betting on horse races definitely falls into that category), drinking alcoholic beverages (quality Scotch, a Harvey Wallbanger, and as it turns out, a fair amount of rum), cigar smoking, a reference to illegal drug use, irresponsible pistol wielding, and multiple instances of semi-adult language (“ass” and “dumbass,” several uses of “damn,” “SOB” and “hell,” use of JC’s name in vain, “dicking,” and “crap”).

Oct 22 2021

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Previously on Quorum… (The Gambler’s Tale: Outstanding Debts & The Messenger’s Tale)

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A professional poker player finds himself embroiled in a deadly plot involving everyone from gangsters to nefarious government agents. A bicycle messenger on her last day must avoid both schemers intend on foiling her final delivery and the malicious antics of her courier competitors. All while a mysterious cabal of conspirators manipulates events behind the scenes. Join us as we revisit the events of The Gambler’s Tale: Outstanding Debts and The Messenger’s Tale in advance of The Gambler’s Tale: All That Glitters.

Rated AD-PG, so parental guidance is suggested

Contains semi-adult language (several instances of “hell” and “damn” and variations thereof, including GD, “crap,” “pissant,” “half-assed,” several uses of SOB, JC’s name in vain, and “Oh my God” used as an exclamation), fisticuffs, multiple incidents of gunfire, car-bombing, several instances of vehicular assault (up to and including homicide), kidnapping, discovery of a dead body, intimations of murder, references to exotic dancing and prostitution, references to illegal drug use, several instances of unsafe driving (and biking), and conspiracy with a shocking lack of care for its violent consequences.

Oct 15 2021

30mins

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JAT Jot # 12

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Associate Artistic Director William R. Coughlan has a lot to share while wearing his hat as writer/director of Quorum.

Go ahead and give it a listen, but in the meantime, our new dedicated podfeed for Quorum is live! (RSS feed is here).

Sep 21 2021

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Absolutely spectacular!

By DanCardinald - Apr 16 2020
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This is an amazing audio theater group! Everything they broadcast is great. Their mystery series Quorum was 10/10 but I think I like Rogue Tyger a even better than that. This medium of entertainment really deserves to be revived as Jabberwocky is trying to do. They appear to be doing it on a shoestring budget which just speaks to the creative spirit and energy they bring to the table. Too much entertainment these days is just canned and repetitive, selling to the lowest common denominator. Jabberwocky has made some seriously amazing stuff and I can’t wait for them to release more!!! -Dan

Great attention to detail

By ezgo22 - Feb 11 2019
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I listened to Rogue Tyger and Quorum and I am now a diehard fan. Rogue Tyger is exactly the kind of space adventure throwback I love while Quorum, surprised me by being a stealth neo-noir with an uncommonly down to earth plot, sprinkled with loads of real world details. I googled the factoid about the sewers because I had a hunch that the show was pulling from a real world setting and I was right. The action is great, the characters are competent and trade witty banter, and the villains give them a good run for their money. Excellent work!