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The Sleep Wake Cycle

The Sleep Wake Cycle

Maeltopia

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 228

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Blending supernatural horror with noir, the Sleep/Wake Cycle follows estranged twins Isaiah and Rosemary. Their mission, to fulfill a secret government agency's directive to bring the US back from the brink of madness. Born with strange abilities, the twins investigate the wellness of a republic ravaged by the Great Darkness of 1999 - with doomsday cults pervading society, horrific conspiracies spun more from truth than fiction, and a creeping feeling that hope itself has fled the land, the twins have their work cut out for them.




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The Sleep Wake Cycle |S3| Ep.73

Season 3 · Episode 73

vendredi 3 octobre 2025Duration 25:45

Isaiah has a conversation with a mysterious gunman; Rosemary talks some more with the One Shadow; The Mythra sets up a plan.


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Credits:

Written by Steven Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

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Isaiah voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

One Shadow voiced by Mark Anzalone

Ossulla (Mythra) voiced by Trenton Butt

Bogamill voiced by Steven Zivic

Nazanay voiced by Lou Sutcliff

Officer 1 voiced by Aubrey Akers

Officer 2 voiced by Matt Van Hove

Charlotte voiced by Kelly Bair

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Obscuary |S1| Ep.43

Season 1 · Episode 43

vendredi 3 octobre 2025Duration 30:39

The Obscuary team stops at a crash site and try to determine its cause.


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Credits:

Written by Steven Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Helena voiced by Kelly Bair

Mum voice by Steven Anzalone

Vance voiced by Steven Anzalone (voice mask)

Felix Yarrows played by Steven Anzalone

Gretchen voiced by Steven Anzalone(voice mask)

Horace voiced by Sam Stark

Coojis voiced by Mark Anzalone

Tagus voiced by Mark Anzalone

Echo voiced by Matt Van Hove

Woman soldier voiced by Aubrey Akers

Soldier 1 voiced by Steven Anzalone


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Obscuary |S1| Ep.41

Season 1 · Episode 41

jeudi 24 juillet 2025Duration 23:00

The team tries to cope with a new and horrible reality.


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Credits:

Written by Steven Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Helena voiced by Kelly Bair

Mum voice by Steven Anzalone

Vance voiced by Steven Anzalone (voice mask)

Felix Yarrows played by Steven Anzalone

Gretchen voiced by Steven Anzalone(voice mask)

Horus voiced by Sam Stark

Coojis voiced by Mark Anzalone

Doll Face voiced by Kelly Bair

Soldier voiced by Steven Anzalone

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The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 6

Season 3 · Episode 6

jeudi 16 novembre 2023Duration 25:56

Rosemary and Coojiss travel through the deeper parts of New Victoria. 


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Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Coojiss voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Odium

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

Reference to sexual assault

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The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 5

Season 3 · Episode 5

jeudi 9 novembre 2023Duration 24:23

Rosemary gets to know Coojis better; Isaiah leaves New Victoria to get some intel. 


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Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dollface voiced by Kelly Bair

Red Head voiced by Mark Anzalone

Tagus voiced by Mark Anzalone

Coojiss voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Robert Slump and SoundTheLimit,

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

Reference to sexual assault

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The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 4

Season 3 · Episode 4

jeudi 2 novembre 2023Duration 28:10

Rosemary worries about her brother and Isaiah visits his mother's "grave."


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Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dollface voiced by Kelly Bair

Red Head voiced by Mark Anzalone

Tagus voiced by Mark Anzalone

Coojiss voiced by Mark Anzalone

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

Reference to sexual assault

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The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 3

Season 3 · Episode 3

jeudi 26 octobre 2023Duration 26:05

Rosemary and Isaiah converse with their father, Gloomhest, who unveils startling revelations to them.


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Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!


Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopia


Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dollface voiced by Kelly Bair

Gloomhest voiced by David Cummings

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

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The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 2

Season 3 · Episode 2

jeudi 19 octobre 2023Duration 25:02

Isaiah is given a tour of the New Victoria and then meets his sister and half siblings.


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Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopia


Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dollface voiced by Kelly Bair

Gloomhest voiced by David Cummings

--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

Reference to sexual assault

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sleep Wake Cycle | S3 | Ep. 1

Season 3 · Episode 1

jeudi 12 octobre 2023Duration 24:03

Rosemary reaches New Victoria accompanied by her "companions" and rekindles her connection with the city. Meanwhile, Isaiah sails across the ocean in Carface, contemplating the nature of home and wondering if both he and Rosemary will endure its harrowing nature.


Join us on Discord!


Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia


Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!


Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopia


Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!


Credits:

Written by Mark Anzalone

Edited by Walker Kornfeld

Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone

--

Isaiah Stroud voiced by Mark Anzalone

Rosemary voiced by Kelly Bair

Mr. Sugar voiced by Mark Anzalone

Dollface voiced by Kelly Bair

Coojiss voiced by Mark Anzalone

Diana voiced by Kelly Bair

Reporters voiced by Mark Anzalone


--

The Sleep Wake Cycle Theme by Steven J. Anzalone

Intro and Outro music by Steven Anzalone

Music by Odium

Music and Sound effects are licensed from third party providers including Envato, Epidemic Sound, Artlist, Soundstripe, Melody Loops, Pond 5, Soundcrate, Music Vine, Youtube, Melodie, Slipstream, and Storyblocks


Disclaimer:This show is written in a first-hand, first-person format from uncertain and inconsistent narrators. This show explores specific mental health conditions. Whilst there is consistent use of derogatory terms for those with specific conditions or neurodivergence including lunatic, maniac, crazy, psychosis etc., this show is written and produced by a team that live with some of the specific illnesses featured within, including Tourette’s syndrome, schizoaffective disorder, insomnia, obsessive compulsive disorder, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety and depressive conditions, among others. Our team also features an academic background in neurology and psychology that has been drawn on to aim for sensitivity and accuracy. The intent of the language and experiences within the Sleep/Wake Cycle, and the extended works of Maeltopia, are designed to explore these conditions and their related isolation and degradation as experienced first hand. The world of Maeltopia is one where the mentally unwell are the majority. Yet there are still outliers who are hunted out. 

 

Content warnings: 

Murderers 

Audio Hallucinations 

Visual Hallucinations 

Fear of the Dark 

Menacing Agencies

Derogatory terms for Mental Illness

Discussions of religion

Body Horror

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Patreon - The Lost Library - 1

jeudi 5 octobre 2023Duration 20:07

The following entry was scrawled into a diary found in a house located in New Hollow - one of the towns permanently quarantined since the closure of the Great Darkness of 1999. Often simply known as "weird towns," these places are cordoned off from the public due to their "dangerous conditions." While few concrete details are ever offered, there are often rumors about what strangeness lurks in the abandoned cities.


Join us on Discord!


Follow us on Twitter at @maeltopia


Want to learn more about the world of Maeltopia? Check out our website!


Want additional perks like extra lore, stories, art, and more? Check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/maeltopia


Want unique art and animations to go along with your Maeltopia episodes? Check out our Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmrdXEvkEPfQvCKT4pha4Q


Be sure to like, comment, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! We appreciate your support!



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