The Magnus Archives
The Magnus Archives

The Magnus Archives

Rusty Quill

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“Make your statement, face your fear.” The Magnus Archives is a weekly horror fiction audiodrama podcast examining what lurks in the archives of the Magnus Institute, an organisation dedicated to researching the esoteric and the weird. Join Jonathan Sims as he explores the archive, but be warned, as he looks into its depths something starts to look back… New episodes every Thursday produced by Rusty Quill, featuring guest actors, short stories, serial plots and more. The long awaited continuation The Magnus Protocol launched in January 2024. Season 2 of the Magnus Protocol is ongoing!This multi-award winning and record breaking epic horror anthology features elements of the supernatural and the eldritch while blending genres of horror, mystery, tragedy and romance in to a truly epic metaplot that has captivated millions and helped make The Magnus Archives the worlds most popular horror podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recent Episodes

Rusty Fears 7 - Roses by Abi Kinsella
MAY 28, 2026
Rusty Fears 7 - Roses by Abi Kinsella
This week’s short horror story, Roses, inspired by the prompt "Theatre", is written by Abi Kinsella and read by Anusia BattersbyContent Notes:- ghosts- deathDirected and Produced by April SumnerWritten by Abi KinsellaExecutive Producers Alexander J Newall & April SumnerFeaturingAnusia Battersby as NarratorEdited by Nico VetteseMusic by Nico Vettese and Sam JonesMastering by Catherine RinellaArt by April SumnerSupport Rusty Quill directly by joining our new membership platform at members.rustyquill.com or on Patreon at patreon.com/rustyquillCheck out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillPre-order links for From the Library of Jurgen Leitner: https://rustyquill.com/novelSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates; DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: [email protected] Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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20 MIN
RQ Network Feed Drop – Gals & Goblins – Ep.1 All aboard the Owl Cat Bus
MAY 21, 2026
RQ Network Feed Drop – Gals & Goblins – Ep.1 All aboard the Owl Cat Bus
Today, we are sharing an exciting episode from one of the podcasts on the RQ Network, Gals & GoblinsGals and Goblins is an actual play TTRPG Podcast that loosely follows the rules of Dungeons and Dragons and strictly follows the Rule of Cool.In this first episode titled "All Aboard the Owl Cat Bus”, join the gals: Sawyer Cinderfoot Morroghan Starr, Esta of House Ruadon and Beans as they embark on their first adventure together on their way to Frogmont Adventuring Academy for Young Women! Will they make it to Lorelai Village? What will they encounter on their first bit of adventure in the magical realm of Eldrivale?They don’t know exactly what the future holds but we can assure you there will be shenanigans and friendship galore. Introduction and outro by Lowri Ann Davies. You can listen to the next exciting episode of Gals & Goblins by clicking on this link, or by searching for Gals & Goblins wherever you find podcasts, or on the Rusty Quill websiteCast:Hosted by:Campbell DuffyLilly PercifieldOlivia Rose McCainJared VosWinkelCover art by Heather VaughanContent Warnings: Threat and descriptions of physical violence and death. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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49 MIN
Rusty Fears 7 - The Tooth Fairy's Tale by Ben Folk
MAY 14, 2026
Rusty Fears 7 - The Tooth Fairy's Tale by Ben Folk
This week’s short horror story, The Tooth Fairy's Tale, inspired by the prompt "Forensics", is written by Ben Folk and read by Billie HindleContent Notes:Graphic Description of: immolation/fire, teeth, autopsymemory lossDirected and Produced by April SumnerWritten by Ben FolkExecutive Producers Alexander J Newall & April SumnerFeaturing Billie Hindle as NarratorEdited by Lowri Ann Davies and Nico VetteseMusic by Nico Vettese and Sam JonesMastering by Catherine RinellaArt by April SumnerSupport Rusty Quill directly by joining our new membership platform at members.rustyquill.com or on Patreon at patreon.com/rustyquill Check out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillPre-order links for From the Library of Jurgen Leitner: https://rustyquill.com/novelSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates; DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: [email protected] Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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17 MIN
RQ Network Feed Drop – Cold Tapes– 001 Operation Antelope
MAY 7, 2026
RQ Network Feed Drop – Cold Tapes– 001 Operation Antelope
We are featuring a feed drop from a brilliant show on the RQ Network: Cold Tapes. Created by the talented team at Free Turn Production. Cold Tapes is an award winning murder mystery Audio Drama inspired by true crime. , In this first episode called “Operation Antelope” The brutal murder of Andrew Fairfield on a remote Antarctic base thrusts DCI Tessa McCallister into the claustrophobic lives of an isolated community of international scientists and crew.Through police interviews, covert recordings, and audio diaries, Tessa hears hidden agendas, concealed criminal histories, violent psychosis, and dangerous conspiracy theories that help her uncover the truth behind the murder. With the murderer still on the base it’s a race against time to untangle the maze of deception, revealing chilling truths buried beneath the ice.16 Suspects. 1 Murderer. Can you solve it?Introduction and outro by Shahan Hamza. Listen to Cold Tapes on The Rusty Quill website, on Acast, or wherever you get your podcasts, or learn more about Cold Tapes on its official website.   Credits:  A Free Turn production.Written by Alexis Zegerman and Jonathan MyersonDeveloped and Story Produced by Chris Croucher and Emma LamontDirected and Produced by Sian WilliamsAssociate Producer: Thisbe BarnettExecutive Producers: Jon Hamm, Gemma Batterby, Ron Downey, Emma Lamont, Chris Croucher and Robbie Ashcroft Content warnings: Mentions of Death, Medication, Isolation, and Mental Health.  For ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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11 MIN
Rusty Fears 7 - Well Fed by Luka Suk
APR 30, 2026
Rusty Fears 7 - Well Fed by Luka Suk
This week’s short horror story, Well Fed, inspired by the prompt "Waste", is written by Luka Suk and read by Imogen HarrisContent Notes:- Description of food/eatingDirected and Produced by April SumnerWritten by Luka SukExecutive Producers Alexander J Newall & April SumnerFeaturingImogen Harris as NarratorEdited by Lowri Ann Davies and Nico VetteseMusic by Nico Vettese and Sam JonesMastering by Catherine RinellaArt by April SumnerSupport Rusty Quill directly by joining our new membership platform at members.rustyquill.com or on Patreon at patreon.com/rustyquill Check out our merchandise available at https://www.redbubble.com/people/RustyQuill/shop and https://www.teepublic.com/stores/rusty-quillPre-order links for From the Library of Jurgen Leitner: https://rustyquill.com/novelSupport Rusty Quill by purchasing from our Affiliates; DriveThruRPG – DriveThruRPG.comJoin our community:WEBSITE: rustyquill.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/therustyquillX: @therustyquillEMAIL: [email protected] Magnus Protocol is a derivative product of the Magnus Archives, created by Rusty Quill Ltd. and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share alike 4.0 International Licence. For ad-free episodes, bonus content and more, join members.rustyquill.com or our Patreon.Pre-order FROM THE LIBRARY OF JURGEN LEITNER, a Magnus novel: rustyquill.com/novelBuy tickets to a Magnus Archives Live Show in Sheffield in July: crossedwires.live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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10 MIN