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Cassette Tapes From August

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by Blake McMillan

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August Heiland's hometown is not what it seems. In this queer sci-fi audio drama, a girl in 1986 Rhode Island gets a cassette recorder for her 17th birthday, where she logs her daily life, beachside happenings, and conversations with her best friend Toni. But when the cute new girl at school, Lorena, asks her out on a date, August slowly starts to learn that Willowdale isn't what she thinks. Fans of stories like Gravity Falls and San Junipero will feel right at home. These are cassette tapes from August. As in, the month of August, and August from Willowdale. Season one and Vol. II now streaming. Welcome to Willowdale.

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July 8, 2026

Cassette Tapes From the Big Giant Floating Orb

<p>August returns to the old Willowdale with Lorena and Midge, while Esmond, Toni, and Cassandra research the real one.</p><p>Cassette Tapes From August is an original podcast by Blake McMillan. This episode was directed and written by Blake McMillan, and executive produced by Katherine Lopez.</p><p><br></p><p>The voice of August Heiland was Alondra Melendez-Reyes. The voice of Theo was Joshua Tigges. The voice of Lorena Skyler was me, Rachel Hardy. The voice of Cassandra was Lexie Miller. The voice of Esmond Heiland was Brayden Bergum. The voice of Toni, Toni 2, Toni 2 speaking Spanish, Toni 2 speaking in reverse, Toni 2 speaking like a wealthy woman vacationing at a resort looking to befriend a group of gay men with a yacht, Toni 2 as a hippie, and Toni 2 as a depressed person was Hunter Vasey. The voice of Midge Skyler was Julia Renkly. The voice of Armanata Nicolosa was Denise Johnson. The voice of Effie Vianne was Maure Lefevre. Additional voices by Michael Yont.</p><p><br></p><p>The music for this episode was produced by Elliot McMillan, with theme music by Adam McFee.</p><p><br></p><p>Don’t forget to leave a review wherever it is you’re listening. And for a recap, check out the official recap series, “Love Letters From Willowdale”. For more info, visit <a href="http://blakemcm.com">blakemcm.com</a>.</p><p>This episode is brought to you by Twigs and Hearts. <a href="https://twigsandhearts.carrd.co/">Twigs and Hearts</a> is a queer surreal horror podcast, now airing its second season. It follows a ritual book that's found itself in a British youth camp, and the cost of desire. Twigs and Hearts. Open at your own risk.</p>

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July 8, 2026

Cassette Tapes From the Wellfleet Facility

<p>As August and Esmond begin their training, Lorena and their friends begin to fight against a new enemy.</p><p>Cassette Tapes From August is an original podcast by Blake McMillan. This episode was directed and written by Blake McMillan, and executive produced by Katherine Lopez.</p><p><br></p><p>The voice of August Heiland was Alondra Meléndez-Reyes. The voice of Lorena Skyler was me, Rachel Hardy. The voice of Theo was Joshua Tigges. The voice of Cassandra was Lexie Miller. The voice of Esmond Heiland was Brayden Bergum. The voice of Gerald was Jackson Bradshaw. The voice of Iris was Joceline Medina. The voice of Armanata Nicolosa was Denise Johnson. The voice of Toni was Hunter Vasey. The voice of Midge Skyler was Julia Renkly. Additional voices by Jacob Barron.</p><p><br></p><p>The music for this episode was produced by Elliot McMillan, with theme music by Adam McFee.</p><p><br>Don’t forget to leave a review wherever it is you’re listening. And for a recap, check out the official recap series, “Love Letters From Willowdale”. For more info, visit <a href="http://blakemcm.com/">blakemcm.com</a>.</p>

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July 8, 2026

Cassette Tapes From the Apartment Jungle Gym

<p>Season Finale. August and Lorena must team up to save their friends, old and new. Meanwhile, Midge, Armanata, Toni, and Esmond face the foes behind the Orb.</p><p>Cassette Tapes From August is an original podcast by Blake McMillan. This episode was directed and written by Blake McMillan, and executive produced by Katherine Lopez.</p><p><br></p><p>The voice of August Heiland was Alondra Meléndez-Reyes. The voice of Lorena Skyler was me, Rachel Hardy. The voice of Theo was Joshua Tigges. The voice of Cassandra was Lexie Miller. The voice of Esmond Heiland was Brayden Bergum. The voice of Gerald was Jackson Bradshaw. The voice of Iris was Joceline Medina. The voice of Armanata Nicolosa was Denise Johnson. The voice of Toni was Hunter Vasey. The voice of Midge Skyler was Julia Renkly. Additional voices by Jacob Barron.</p><p><br></p><p>The music for this episode was produced by Elliot McMillan, with theme music by Adam McFee.</p><p><br>Don’t forget to leave a review wherever it is you’re listening. And for a recap, check out the official recap series, “Love Letters From Willowdale”. For more info, visit <a href="http://blakemcm.com/">blakemcm.com</a>.</p>

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What is Cassette Tapes From August?

August Heiland's hometown is not what it seems.

In this queer sci-fi audio drama, a girl in 1986 Rhode Island gets a cassette recorder for her 17th birthday, where she logs her daily life, beachside happenings, and conversations with her best friend Toni. But when the cute new girl at school, Lorena, asks her out on a date, August slowly starts to learn that Willowdale isn't what she thinks. Fans of stories like Gravity Falls and San Junipero will feel right at home.

These are cassette tapes from August. As in, the month of August, and August from Willowdale. Season one and Vol. II now streaming.

Welcome to Willowdale.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

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No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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