Mark's Mysteries Fantasy Podcast

long time no post

2011-12-01T10:06:00.001-06:00

It looks like a lot of dust is collecting here. Time to give the place a good cleaning as we end the 2011 season.

Right now my plans are, well, unknown. I have ideas, but the truth is they mean nothing until I can find the time to return to podcasting.

Here is hoping that next year sees new podcasts. I really want to do this.

New Grandilar Story Podcast!

2011-01-17T00:22:00.002-06:00

I have been writing story fragments as I work on Dragon Storm RPG adventures. I do not think they are going to fit in the published RPG adventures. I do, however, think they will make interesting short podcast stories.

The Grandilar Game Podcast is brought to you by Art by Susan Van Camp. Written, edited, assembled, and read by Mark Ellis Harmon. This story is based on the Dragon Storm RPG world created by Susan Van Camp.

This podcast is copyright 2011 Mark Ellis Harmon.

The Libsyn Feed is here!

A Grandilar Game Podcast Appears.

2010-12-13T13:06:00.001-06:00

This is a short "mood" piece from Susan's gaming world of Grandilar where the Dragon Storm RPG takes place.

Just a few words from an old Necromancer to his new Apprentice.

You can use this link to go to the Libsyn feed. If you are already subscribed in ITunes you will be getting the download very soon!

-- Post From My iPad

Something New? Now that is Od.

2010-10-29T12:36:00.001-05:00

I have posted a new Grandilar Game Podcast.

It is a piece called Rusty Needs Saving and is a Dragon Storm Mission Hook.

You will find the Libsyn page here.

Susan's Black Friday Experiment

2009-11-26T23:45:00.001-06:00

Dragon Storm Booster ten packs $125.00 each.

The Order Page is right here. Check it out.

Twelve different 5x7 unmatted prints at $6.00 each

Prep for Season Two has begun

2009-09-10T11:00:00.001-05:00

I have started work on the second season of Mark's Mysteries. The rough draft for the first story is progressing slowly. It appears that I am getting 4-5 minutes done in two hours. Maybe as I get back into the swing it will get faster. Right now I have 9 whole minutes roughed.

I have spent a good deal of time studying the stories that I am enjoying and working on settling into a "style" I enjoy doing.

I am still doing these with stories straight from my head to the microphone. My attempts a writing them do not turn out well for me. Just a style thing.

Well, that is it for this update.

Grandilar Game Podcast 14 Released

2009-05-25T12:48:00.001-05:00

Grandilar Game Podcast #14. MarCon Update. Released 05/25/2009
Hosted, written and edited by Mark Ellis Harmon.

Sponsored by Art by Susan Van Camp.
The card submission page Link.
The Grandilar Game Podcast Webpage.

In this episode, we cover the MarCon convention and the new sets news. Basically this is one of our "update" podcasts just to keep you folks informed of what is happening here at the chaotic clanhold.

Rather than write an article on these legends and stories I prefer to use the modern equivelent of the bards of Grandilar. So, take a seat, light up a pipe, sip a beer, and listen to the story by going to our Libsyn Episode Feedand hearing it for yourself. Of course, you can also sign up for the podcast in Itunes and have the bard come to you. Either way works just fine.
And if you like what you heard, you can come back here and put something in the bards hat. I'm sure he will use it wisely, really, I'm sure. The button below is set to take a $1.00 donation.

GGP-014 MarCon Update by Mark Ellis Harmon is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License.

Grandilar Game Podcast 13 is released into the wild.

2009-04-22T19:17:00.001-05:00

Grandilar Game Podcast #13. Released 04/22/2009

Hosted, written and edited by Mark Ellis Harmon.

Sponsored by Art by Susan Van Camp.

Music provided by Flare Starfire.

In this episode, the second one covering the Astral World, we hear the story of Sybian as she experiments with Astral Magics and helps to create Astral Theory.

Rather than write an article on these legends and stories I prefer to use the modern equivelent of the bards of Grandilar. So, take a seat, light up a pipe, sip a beer, and listen to the story by going to our Libsyn Episode Feed and hearing it for yourself. Of course, you can also sign up for the podcast in Itunes and have the bard come to you. Either way works just fine.

And if you like what you heard, you can come back here and put something in the bards hat. I'm sure he will use it wisely, really, I'm sure. The button below is set to take a $1.00 donation.

GGP-013 Astral Worlds Two by Mark Ellis Harmon is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License.

Now Showing: Grandilar Game Podcasts 4/13/2009

2009-04-13T16:04:00.001-05:00

I am going to expand the Mark's Mysteries world to cover all of the podcasts that I am doing.

I also do the Grandilar Game Podcasts. They are based on the Dragon Storm CRPG world created by Susan Van Camp. The web page for these is can be found just beyond this link.

Grandilar Game Podcast #12. Released 04/13/2009

Hosted, written and edited by Mark Ellis Harmon.

Sponsored by Art by Susan Van Camp.

Music provided by Flare Starfire.

This episode covers random Astral Portals opened between worlds by the Mystic Storms of Grandilar. Rather than write an article on these legends and stories I prefer to use the modern equivelent of the bards of Grandilar. So, take a seat, light up a pipe, sip a beer, and listen to the story by going to our Libsyn Episode Feed and hearing it for yourself. Of course, you can also sign up for the podcast in Itunes and have the bard come to you. Either way works just fine.

And if you like what you heard, you can come back here and put something in the bards hat. I'm sure he will use it wisely, really, I'm sure. The button below is set to take a $1.00 donation.

GGP-012 Astral Worlds One by Mark Ellis Harmon is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License.

How about a Mouse Pad?

2009-03-19T12:05:00.001-05:00

Now you can have Jason on a Mouse Pad:

You can order it at Cafe Press by clicking here!

Afterlives Recommended

2009-03-03T09:17:00.001-06:00

Afterlives is playing in my ear even as I type this. It is a very interesting audio drama from Alan H McDonald. It is basically a strange ride through the afterlife by a group of individuals. Some people find it confusing, but for me that was not a problem.

This is the Itunes link.

And here is the website link.

New Web Page

2009-02-16T19:10:00.001-06:00

I put up a new, shorter Mark's Mysteries Web Page. The point of the page is to tell something about what I am doing and get people to download the podcasts. So, that is all it is doing.

Something Different to Listen to

2008-11-30T09:23:00.001-06:00

This is one of the news programs that I listen to. It is called the Archaeology Channel. I like to keep up on a number of interests that let me in on our combined history. Curiosity keeps me going.

Link to The Itunes Store

Link to the Website.

Forgotten Classics

2008-11-18T11:12:00.001-06:00

Forgotten Classics is a podcast where you can find some of the more obscure works from the past. To be perfectly honest not all of the stories here interest me, but the Agatha Christie Tuppence story is both good and interesting. If you are looking for some good old fashioned stories not found elsewhere, you should check out the Forgotten Classics podcast.

The Itunes Link is here.

The Forgotten Classics website is here

And one more piece of disclosure should be added. My own Mark's Mysteries Podcast was reviewed, generally positively, in an earlier Forgotten Classics episode.

Recommended Book

2008-11-12T09:49:00.001-06:00

The Jovian Gate Chronicles - by Ron Vitale

I found this to be an interesting and entertaining story. It is not one of the best I have encountered, yet it contains an interesting set of questions that can cause ones mind to think. It is well worth taking a listen to.

The Itunes link is right here.

It is a a podiobook and you can download it here.

And if you want to start with the the authors website, go here.

As always, enjoy.

Podcast Recomendations

2008-11-02T00:03:00.001-05:00

Now here is one that is just plain entertaining. If you are easily offended by blasphemy, cornholery, sarcasm or good clean American fun, you should skip this one. It is called Crusade - by Greg Crites. And this is a direct link to the Itunes location. If you are looking for the Podiobook link to get the files outside Itunes you would click here.

I also want to bring The Veingel - by Jeremy James to your attention. What you will find is the story of a Nephilium, a war, and a well done story. However, once again I must warn that this one could be offensive to a few people. This link should take you to the Itunes feed. If you would rather go directly to the website, then you should use this link.

Hmm, must be my mood. Both of these stories have a distinct attitude. Enjoy.

Another Off the Wall Recomendation

2008-10-13T12:30:00.001-05:00

I am aware that this is a stretch for what I'm doing here, but there you go.

I recently listened to "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley. I picked up mine through Itunes. You can use the link in the upper right to get Itunes fired up and at the store. (Yes, that is a hint.) While it is most certainly out-of-date it has illustrations of things we need to watch out for as our world changes. On top of which it is entertaining.

When you combine that book with the Mike Wallace interviews it adds another dimension.

The first of three Mike Wallace interviews by Mike Wallace:

The second Part:

And the Third Part:

Enjoy!

Recommendations

2008-10-12T10:30:00.001-05:00

With the political season rolling on I want to recommend a political/talk podcast Called Common Sense. This is the itunes link for the show. Dan is not your normal fellow. He really is usually taking the third position on most issues. I do have to say that I don't always agree with him, but he does encourage thinking.

My second recommendation for this week is "Forgotten Classics". She is doing readings of older obscure written works. The itunes link for this one is here. Now, I nee to be honest here, in an earlier podcast she did a short review of the Mark's Mysteries podcast and she gave me a good review. She did wonder where I was going with these stories and I still don't have an answer for that. *sigh*

Well, thats it for this week.

Something Different

2008-09-15T06:54:00.001-05:00

I have been turning to podcasts for entertainment rather than the traditional TV type media. The variety and quality of podcasts vary wildly, but I rate them on the news/information and entertainment values. This week I have found something different to let you in on.

I am always looking for "background" information for my podcasts from our own worlds history. I have been poking around looking at Archeological podcasts recently.

The Archeology Channel has a podcast that you can find at apples itunes. They also have a website with information. There podcasts are short, informative and not hard on the ears. Well worth listening to.

Since I can't keep up I'll start Passing on my favorites.

2008-09-06T22:18:00.001-05:00

I am having a lot of trouble breaking out the time to do my podcasts. To compensate I will share with you some of the podcasts that I enjoy. These will be a wide ranging selection as podcasts have become my background noise as I work.

With politics on our minds I would like to point out a Podcast called Common Sense by Dan Carlin. He is one of those people who really does not think any of the people in power have really got things figured out. He is opinionated, radical and manages to anger just about everyone at one time or another.

If you are interested in the third point of view, check out this podcast.

Enjoy!

Back To Talking

2008-08-29T23:39:00.001-05:00

I am, at last, back to talking to the microphone. Soon we will see a podcast!

Just three more weeks of insanity

2008-07-31T09:53:00.001-05:00

I have just two more conventions to do for this summer season. StormCon and GenCon. As soon as I am through these I will have time to get to work on Mark's Mysteries Season Two podcast.

Wish me luck.

New Set Up

2008-07-15T12:50:00.001-05:00

I am switching to recording with a Tower and updating software and equipment. So there is a break her. *sigh*

Having a series of conventions to deal with in the near future also has an effect. Susan is heading to San Diego Comic Con to sell art, then we have StormCon and GenCon. Three weeks in a row and we have to get the prep done for them all at once. At least I like my life, even when it is busy.

Slowly Working Onward

2008-06-14T10:29:00.001-05:00

I really wish I could dig out more time to work on these podcasts. I have a lot of fun and I am working on more, really, I am.

MM00-11 The Screamer Part 2 is up

2008-05-30T09:49:00.001-05:00

I know it has been way too long in showing up. *sigh* The best laid plans etc. etc. Anyway, it is here. Susan did some new artwork for this episode, and I rather like it.

I will, of course, be working on the next episode. So off to it.

MM00-10 The Screamer Part 1

2008-04-01T16:50:00.000-05:00

Here it is, April 1st and we have the 10th Mark's Mysteries Podcast.

This episode Jason hears a scream in his sleep that starts an adventure that covers two Podcasts. We get a tour of Spirit World travel and the information that there is more to the city than meets the eye.

I have started looking for Mysterious Minions to spread my podcast. There will be more information in the podcast and in the future. The image above is the final for the Tee Shirt. There will be a pre-order price on the webpage in the near future.

I'm looking forward to any comments you leave.

Ten is working and website updated.

2008-03-20T23:08:00.000-05:00

I got the Mark's Mysteries website updated. Go take a look.
I have episode 10 in the "can", but since it is a 2 parter I want 11 done before I post 10. Actually the audio for 11 is done and it is off visiting with the Mark's Mysteries Orchestra....
So, we should have a new episode for you early next week!

MM00-09 A Chance Meeting

2008-03-17T20:23:00.001-05:00

Pouring From the mind of Mark Ellis Harmon comes Mark's Mysteries episode 9. A Chance Meeting. Art for this episode was provided by Susan Van Camp and the sound work came from Greg Tribble. This episode is copyright 2008 Mark Ellis Harmon.

And here it is. We have Jason in a story where the Hag (Jerican) from episode 6 puts in an appearance along with Galan, who we have seen a few times before. Galan is showing his mercenary side again. This time he is with the hag. We also have some good coffee in this one! Enjoy. As always comments are welcome. Plus you can e-mail me at mark@marksmysteries if you want.

MM-08 Mark's Mysteries Promo

2008-03-17T20:11:00.000-05:00

Yes, it is there for you to use in your podcasts, blogs and web pages to help people hear about Mark's Mysteries.

New page, new podcast

2008-03-10T10:21:00.000-05:00

I have caught up the website to have all of the episodes so far on it. I'm trying to keep up, really.

I have a new podcast story done. I have sent it off with Greg to have work done on the music and effects. I think it should be back in a few days. It turned out nice, I'm reasonably happy with it. Susan is doing a new poece of art for me to put on this one.

We have some other things in the works, but I'll put that at the end of the podcast.

New Episode Posted: 00-07

2008-02-13T11:22:00.000-06:00

OK, I know. I said in episode six that that was the end of the beta season, but, well, I'm not ready with the next season. These teasers and info podcasts will be attached to the beta season until I get the next season rolling.

This episode is something different. The teaser actually comes from a project in development that will follow the Jason series. I want to let you listeners know that Mark's Mysteries will have a wider variety than what you have seen up to now.

I have laid out the podcast a bit different. I started the podcast with the Title to let people know what they are listening to. I find myself listening to a series of "new" podcasts and knowing at the start what I'm listening to allows me to settle in and switch my listening mood.

The episode is mp4 through I-tunes and Libsyn and mp3 at the website. The only real difference is that the mp4 version has the chapter headings and navigation included with them. The story and info is the same.

The cover art for this episode was provided by Susan Van Camp.

The Interlude (#4) is on the website

2008-01-30T10:57:00.000-06:00

I created this interlude because I discovered that I simply did not have enough time to keep up with the podcast stories.

Honestly, I have to pull time from my other projects to create these stories. That means that my incoming money goes down. I really like doing these and I'm hoping that over the long haul that you listeners will like these stories enough to support me with donations. We shall see.

I don't have a real staff for doing this. Gregg is volunteering his talents for the sound effects and music and Susan is doing some very useful critical commentary, but the time basically comes from me.

I am currently working on the first real season and I've laid out a set of 12 shows to do. So I will have a story arch that carries through them all. Wish me luck!

Third Episode up at the website

2008-01-25T11:55:00.000-06:00

I am setting down and listening carefully to each episode that I have done and trying to learn from each. On top of that it puts out an mp3 version that some people like better. It also gives me a chance on the webpage to give a bit of a plug to some interesting podcasts and books that I've stumbled across in my "studies".

I am working at doing an improved season one, but the attempt to "think" things through is slowing me down. Ah well.....

Second Episode up at the Website

2008-01-09T20:14:00.000-06:00

I have published a short commentary on the second podcast at the Mark's Mysteries website. I have added a download link for an mp3 version of the podcast.

New Series in the works,

2008-01-08T21:34:00.000-06:00

I am in the process of creating three new Mark's Mysteries Podcasts. They are a single story so I want to complete them all and release them in a three week period as a short series.

I just wanted to let people know that these are coming along.

Right now I'm listening to some of the old Philip Marlowe OTR shows I got from archive.org. Go over and take a look. A lot of good entertainment is out there for the taking.

I also recommend that you take a listen to Wormwood. The first couple of shows are a bit slow, but keep going, you will not regret it!

Mark

Episode One on Website

2007-12-02T08:26:00.000-06:00

I have added a description of the first Mark's Mystery Beta Podcast on the website. It also has a link to download a 128kps mp3 file of the episode.

I put in a plug for the Internet Archive on the page as well. That is where I found things like the old public domain Johnny Dollar shows.

I find telling stories through podcasts much more comfortable than writing. I'm just glad to see this technology available to us again. It's about time some of the ancient traditions returned!