Sidequesting
Sidequesting is a fantasy podcast about avoiding the main plot. It follows Rion, an adventurer who’s willing to help just about anyone out - as long as they’re not being asked to deal with the scary wizard everyone keeps talking about.
Episodes
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3.10 Over Me and Through Me
In which Rion faces their fears.
Transcript here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Rion and the creature were voiced by Tal Minear.
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3.9 The Emerald Veranum
In which Rion is not from Glonderfeld.
Transcript here.
This episode was written by Brad Colbroock and produced by Tal Minear. Nocser was voiced by Fred Greenhalgh. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.8 Silent Treatment
In which a whole town is given the silent treatment, and Rion tries to open up some communication.
Transcript here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock. Eryx was voiced by Stephen Indrisano. Cella was voiced by Bonni Calderwood-Aspinwall. Sequoyah was voiced by Tal Minear. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.7 Tournament Day
In which bitter rivals face off in a final match, and Rion learns the true meaning of competition.
Transcript here.
This episode was written by Leslie Gideon and produced by Tal Minear, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock. Nary was voiced by Jenna Rose Geiser. Sage was voiced by Greg Vinciguerra. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.6 Like Gnobody Else
In which a gnome learns being different might just be okay.
Transcript here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Gnolan was voiced by Brad Colbroock. Gnoni was voiced by Hannah Wright. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.5 A Giant Problem
In which a problem is large, but perhaps not as difficult as it seems.
Transcript here.
This episode was written by David S. Dear and produced by Tal Minear, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock. Arlor was voiced by Felipe Vargas. Rippy was voiced by Sam Nguyen. Besla was voiced by Roanna Cruz. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.4 Unexpected Magic
Rion assists with scientific research, learns about Dragonwasps, and maybe gets a crush.
Transcript here.
This episode was written by DJ Sylvis (they/them) and produced by Tal Minear (they/them). Finley was voiced by Newton Schottelkotte (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear.
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3.3 Trouble Causing Trousers
In which Rion helps a man protect an invention and a wizard make a deal.
Transcript here.
This episode was written by Draco Aleksander and produced by Tal Minear, with dialogue editing by Brad Colbroock. Old Man Johnson was voiced by Brody Linton, Osric the Mage was voiced by Max Kriesky, the Helpful Passerby was voiced by Aubrey Lima, and the Disgruntled Worker was voiced by Ezra J. Wayne. The vo
3.2 Natural Causes
In which Rion and Leif go to great lengths to break a curse.
Transcript here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear (they/them), with original music by Ali Hylton (they/she). Leif was voiced by Felix Trench (he/him), Mara was voiced by Mo Mo O’Brien (she/her), Rakell was voiced by Leslie Gideon (she/her), and the mage was voiced by Elena Fernandez Collins (he/they/she). The voice of
3.1 The Alien, The Adventurer, & The Farmer’s Daughter
Rion solves the mystery of missing farm equipment and helps a lonely man get home.
Transcript here.
The trailer at the end of this episode is from A Ninth World Journal!
This episode was written by Andrew Siañez-De La O (they/he) and produced by Tal Minear (they/them). Ciara was voiced by Leslie Gideon (she/her) and Gomez was voiced by Andrew Siañez-De La O. The voice of Rion was Tal Minear. Spec
2.11: Loch Pet Monster
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In this episode, an all-seeing Narrator turns the crystal ball’s gaze to Rion, an avoidant hero who’s always ready to help, who finds a little island on a big lake that seems to have a pest problem...
This episode is a crossover with October Jon
2.10: Orion's Nebula
Rion goes on an adventure of celestial proportions.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear (they/them). Neil was voiced by Samy Souissi (he/him), Phoenix was voiced by Erin Kyan (he/him), Alioth was voiced by Cole Burkhardt (he/him), Khara was voiced by Sarah Rhea Werner (she/they), Bianca was voiced by Sena Bryer (she/her), and Era
2.9: The Next Best Thing
Rion tries to figure out the best way to stop deer from ruining a town's garden.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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2.8: Sidekick for a Day
Rion helps a friend with some very heroic quests (like fixing a door and returning a library book).
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
Hit The Bricks is a musical radio play about the land of Oz. Find out more about the show here and follow them on twitter @HitTheBricksPod.
This episode was written by Brayden Chapman (he/him) and Tal Minear (they/them), and was produced by Tal M
2.7: Trial By Fire
Rion and Castor meet a mysterious stranger. Content Warning: Fire.
This episode is a crossover with Inn Between! It gets a little bit more tense than Sidequesting episodes usually go, but I promise everything will be fine.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
This episode was written by Tal Minear (they/them) and Hannah Wright (she/her). It was directed by Hannah and sound designe
2.6: Into The Cavern
Staying the night in a cave, Rion finds an unexpected companion.
Because this episode takes place in a cave, it has more echo than normal. The transcript can be found here.
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2.5: Equivalent Exchange
Rion makes a trade. The transcript for this episode can be found here.
The Beacon is a fantasy audio drama about magic powers, giant monsters, and the importance of friendship. Find out more about the show here and follow them on twitter @thebeaconpod.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear (they/them). Aspen was voiced by Evan Tess Murray (they/he). The interviewer was voiced by Cl
2.4: What Goes Around Comes Around
Rion helps a friend run an errand, but they both get a little carried away visiting the neighborhood.
Because this episode takes place on a rainy day, it has more background noise than usual. The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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2.3: Shining Armor
Rion meets a knight on a quest of his own.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
The voice of Sir Blaise was Sawyer Green (he/him), and the voice of Leah was Ali Cataltepe (she/her). The unicorn was voiced by Tina Daniels (she/her). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
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2.2: Building Bridges
While escorting a merchant, Rion runs into some trouble crossing a river.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
Cam was voiced by Beth Crane (she/her). Argyle was voiced by Eddy Yeung (he/him). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them). Learn more about This Planet Needs a Name here, and follow them on Twitter and Instagram at the username needsanamepod.
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2.1: Honor Among Thieves
Welcome to the first episode of season two! In this one, Rion gets a crash course in heisting.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
The voice of Cassandra was Kirsty Woolven (she/her). The voice of Astrid was Caroline Mincks (she/her). Fig was voiced by Brad Colbroock (they/them), and Rory was voiced by Scottye Moore (he/they). The guard at the gate was voiced by Anne Baird (they/
1.10: NPC
What has Rion gotten themself into?
The transcript for this episode can be found here. This episode is our SEASON ONE FINALE!
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Avery was voiced by Chad Ellis (he/him). Liam was voiced by DeeJay Sylvis (he/they). Finley was voiced by Lisette Alvarez (they/them). Aly was voiced by Hannah Wright (she/her). Helyn was voiced by Robin Howell (they/
1.9: You Didn't See Anything
A terrified town asks Rion for help, but there's more to their situation than meets the eye.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. The voice of Eli was Cole Burkhardt (they/them), and Sage was voiced by Mads Upton (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
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1.8: Ghost Story
A night of stargazing becomes something more when Rion meets a ghost.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Scarlet was voiced by Ace Corsaira (she/her) and Thea was voiced by Amani (she/her). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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1.7: Cupid's Aro
Rion catches up with an old friend, and they both learn something new about each other.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Sam was voiced by Cass McPhee (he/they) and Miller was voiced by Tara Santora (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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1.6: Starshade
Rion receives a mysterious letter and seeks a mysterious flower.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Iris was voiced by Erin B. Lillis (she/her) and Margery was voiced by Sheila Morris (she/her). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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1.5: The Princess and the Plan
Rion does not want to fight the dragon. But in order to save the princess, they'll have to get closer to it than anticipated.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Princess Clara was voiced by Lucille Valentine (she/her), and Princess Zoe was voiced by Katherine Shepherd (she/her). Prince Jefferson Merriweather was voiced by Xen Virtue (he/him). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (th
1.4: Basket Case
A basket of precious apples goes missing during the harvest, and Rion takes on the case!
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. Oliver was voiced by Reggie Gacad (he/him). Alden was voiced by Bret M-W (they/them). Quinn was voiced by Dallas Wheatley (they/them). The kid was voiced by Mira Leigh (she/her). Jones was voiced by David Hanna (he/him). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (th
1.3: Lost and Found
Rion searches for a lost cat, and finds a new friend.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. The voice of Rowan was Falyn (they/he). The family member was voiced by Fox Cooper (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
The transcript for this epsiode can be found here.
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1.2: Travel Buddy
Rion has a surprise encounter on the road.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. The voice of Scout was Sterling Rae (she/they). The lord was voiced by Brandon Jenkins (he/they). The guard was voiced by Jona (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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1.1: Hero Knight
Rion tries to scare some tourists away with the help of their friend Willow... and a few pigs.
This episode was written and produced by Tal Minear. The voice of Willow was Sena Bryer (she/her). The townspeople were voiced by Katherine Shepherd (she/her), Francesco Macagno (he/him), Roger Mohr (they/them), and Luca Pill (they/them). The voice of Rion was Tal Minear (they/them).
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Prequel Trailer
Sidequesting is a fantasy podcast about avoiding the main plot. It’s told from the point of view of Rion, who goes on a new sidequest each episode. Sidequesting is written and produced by Tal Minear (the voice you hear in this trailer). The background music is Orion by Louie Zong.
A link to the transcript for this trailer can be found here.
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Teaser Trailer
Sidequesting is a fantasy podcast about avoiding the main plot! It follows Rion, an adventurer who's willing to help just about anyone out - as long as they don't have to deal with the scary wizard everyone's talking about.
TRANSCRIPT:
Miller: Aren’t adventurers supposed to have a specific purpose? What are you doing on this quest, just meeting strangers?
Rion: Yep! My purpose is to have no pur
