PAUSE for Dramatic Effect
PAUSE for Dramatic Effect

PAUSE for Dramatic Effect

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Douglas Dire's world is one of isolation. Once a decorated Iraq War veteran, he now roams the streets haunted by the memory of friends lost in combat. With a fleeting grip on reality, a dark past full of unresolved pain, and a hopeless future, Douglas stumbles upon a ring in an empty parking lot that forces him to confront a secret he didn't know he was keeping.

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Bonus: Actors Between the Pauses (Part 5)
MAY 2, 2024
Bonus: Actors Between the Pauses (Part 5)
<p>Do you need real voice actors to make an audio drama? No. No, you don't. You can get away with your friends and family. It might not be great. It might not even be in person. But it will be recorded, edited, and done. When you get yourself a budget and have a real cast, then you can be picky. But when you're in a rush, sometimes good is the best you can hope for. Especially if you're going to do this as a daily audio drama! It is just one of the constraints that forces you to get creative when creating an audio drama.</p><p><br>Introducing Part 5 of 13 parts in my Between the Pauses mini-series that explores my thoughts while making my first audio drama: PAUSE for Dramatic Effect! If you're interested in the complete first season of Pause for Dramatic Effect you can download and listen to it for free at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com">PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com</a> or wherever you find your podcasts.</p><p><br>I would love for you to tell me how you think the story of Pause for Dramatic Effect turned out by giving it a rating and review or sending a Boost using one of the latest Podcast 2.0 app which you can find at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Podcasting2.org">Podcasting2.org</a>. If you don't have a Podcast 2.0 app, I would highly recommend <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Podcastguru.io">Podcastguru.io</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Truefans.fm">Truefans.fm</a> to get all the new podcast features you didn't know you were missing!</p>
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5 MIN
Bonus: Mistakes Between the Pauses (Part 4)
APR 4, 2024
Bonus: Mistakes Between the Pauses (Part 4)
<p>Are you an imposter? Of course not because Mr. Murphy is a lair! He is fear. Fear of embarrassment, fear of judgment, or fear of making a mistake. But that's all Imposter Syndrome is -- fear of the unknown! But what if it all works out? Do you know what will happen if you don't listen to that voice? The worst thing that could happen -- You could learn something. However, nothing happens if you quit and let Mr. Murphy win.</p><p><br>Introducing Part 4 of 13 parts in my Between the Pauses mini-series that explores my thoughts while making my first audio drama: PAUSE for Dramatic Effect! If you're interested in the complete first season of Pause for Dramatic Effect you can download and listen to it for free at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com">PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com</a> or wherever you find your podcasts.</p><p><br>I would love for you to tell me how you think the story of Pause for Dramatic Effect turned out by giving it a rating and review or sending a Boost using one of the latest Podcast 2.0 app which you can find at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Podcasting2.org">Podcasting2.org</a>. If you don't have a Podcast 2.0 app, I would highly recommend <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Podverse.fm">Podverse.fm</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Truefans.fm">Truefans.fm</a> to get all the new podcast features you didn't know you were missing!</p>
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7 MIN
Bonus: Process Between the Pauses (Part 3)
MAR 7, 2024
Bonus: Process Between the Pauses (Part 3)
<p>To design, create, produce, and promote a daily podcast, you have to have your ducks in a row. It requires planning -- lots of planning -- a solid format that you can use as a template. But what happens when you decide to make that podcast a scripted, fictional audio drama with voice actors, sound effects, and music? Does THAT work? Can THAT work as a daily podcast? Well, you don't have to wonder because I did just that and now I'm here to tell you what happened and what I learned.</p><p><br>Introducing Part 3 of 13 parts in my Between the Pauses mini-series that explores my thoughts while making my first audio drama: PAUSE for Dramatic Effect! If you're interested in the complete first season of Pause for Dramatic Effect you can download and listen to it for free at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com">PAUSEforDramaticEffect.com</a> or wherever you find your podcasts.</p><p><br>I would love for you to tell me how you think the story of Pause for Dramatic Effect turned out but giving it a rating and review or sending a Boost using one of the latest Podcast 2.0 app. If you don't have a Podcast 2.0 app, I would highly recommend <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Podverse.fm">Podverse.fm</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Truefans.fm">Truefans.fm</a> to get all the new podcast features you didn't know you were missing!</p>
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6 MIN