Welcome to Pennan, Scotland!

Pennan became famous in the 1980s for being used as one of the main locations for the film Local Hero. Film enthusiasts have come from all over the world to make a phone call in the red telephone box in the village.

Lesser known, perhaps, is Pennan's Seagull Competition. Sources vary on the purpose, rules, and outcomes of the annual event. There is a whisper campaign that Dr. Who will be in attendance this year.

In recent years, seagulls have become increasingly aggressive and have chased off the once-thriving mackerel (pronounced Mack-Ah-Rell) population to the more habitable coastal waters of Norway (home to Charlie Chaplin).

If you hang out at the phone booth or one of Pennan's many golf courses, you may bump into local bachelor Jake (or is it Jack)? For 2 euro, you can take a selfie with him in the phone box.

Please enjoy three of the Pennan Podcast Network's delightful podcasts.

• How's That Work?: Hosted by Marcie Bonnet and Seafarin' Sequoia. They think they have cracked the code to how the local telephones work without lines.
• Where's Nessie? Nessie believer/host Dean welcomes Nessie Hunter/skeptic Don to determine whether Nessie inhabits the local bodies of water.
• Where Are They (Those Fish)? Janine and Patty host the show. Something or someone is scaring Pennan's mackerel off, and they aren't returning. Janine has enlisted Patty to shepherd them back to Pennan if she has to swim in the sea to do so.

Sponsors include The BBC, Sam's Seagulls, Jody (Dr. Who's Companion), Jake's Fantasy Dates, and George, the forgetful and perpetually lost garbage guy!

DIRECTOR/CREATOR: Billy Merritt
Editor: Hill Kane

CAST:

• Dean Aisles (Himself)
• Konrad Andrew (Sam of Sam's Seagulls)
• Terry Armstrong (Support Player)
• Amber Bellsdale (Patty)
• Luke Bovard (Seafarin' Sequoia)
• Don Slovin (Himself)
• Jason Spiro (Jody, Dr. Who's trusted companion)
• Lisa Steckman (Marcie Bonnet)
• Thea Marie Thorkildsen (Jake/Jack)
• Katya Vasilaky (Janine)
• Flannery Wilson (George)

Special appearance by BILLY MERRITT as Shamus.

"Podcast Town" Improv is part of The BIT Comedy Network.

MUSIC: "Memfish" performed by Little Kahunas | Produced by Peter Miller ©

Production Assistance from Jason Spiro (thank you)!

Audio Production & Graphics/Art by Hill Kane of Raising Kane Media + Marketing.

Hosting Platform: Libsyn.com

"The BIT" and “The BIT Comedy Network" are Trademarks owned by Billy Merritt.
© 2024 Billy Merritt - All Rights Reserved
Inquiries + Notices + Requests: TheBitComedyNetwork@gmail.com

Welcome to Stockton Heath in jolly old England.

Stockton Heath boasts the most gin distilleries per capita in the UK. Its second claim to fame is having the largest number of podcasts per capita in the tri-county area.

The upcoming "Spring Barrel Fling" creates a palpable atmosphere of excitement, trepidation, and competitiveness as the townsfolk prepare their bodies and barrels for this annual spectacle. The Fling consists of inserting oneself (or two selves) into a spent gin barrel and hurling it down the hill, over a ramp, and into the landing zone. The fastest time in each division wins possession of the "GOLDEN BARREL" or the "DOUBLE BARREL" trophy and bragging rights.

Spoiler ALERT: Chauncey Stovepipe is miraculously alive and well. He is currently living with his mum, his iguana Spencer, and his broom collection in Dorchester. His new podcast, The Dorchester Chowder Report, has gone viral, and he is quite the man about town.

Please enjoy three of Stockton Heath's most charming and relevant podcast offerings (courtesy of the Stockton Heath Podcast Network).

• The Great Personality Pod: Hosted by Sabrina and Konrad. They have never met IRL Until today...
• The Barstool (#BarLife): Hosted by Lina and Clumsy Cassie. The show's slogan is Mix Drinks | Drink Drinks | Spill Drinks | Repeat. Special Appearance by Bob in the corner.
• Healthy Home: Hosted by Laura Richardson and her real-life Cousin Jen. These Cousinprenuers own the local gym and Cousins' Botanicals.

Sponsors include SpeedFriending.com, Blinkers Coffee (ONLY) Shop, Chauncey's Chimneys, Connor's Coopers Cornucopia Fine Barrels, Konrad's Life Insurance, Stockon Heath City Hall, Cousins' Botanicals, the SH Gin Collective, and "WHAMO."

DIRECTOR/CREATOR: Billy Merritt

CAST:

• Konrad Andrew
• Sabrina Kim Banes
• Amber Bellsdale
• Luke Bovard
• Hill Kane
• Lisa Steckman
• Thea Marie Thorkildsen

Special appearance by BILLY MERRITT as Chauncey Stovepipe.

"Podcast Town" Improv is part of The BIT Comedy Network.

MUSIC: "Memfish" performed by Little Kahunas | Produced by Peter Miller ©
"In Slow Motion (Inspiring Ambient Lounge)" | by Soundbay via Pixabay

Production Assistance, Audio Production & Graphics/Art by Hill Kane of Raising Kane Media + Marketing.

Hosting Platform: Libsyn.com

"The BIT" and “The BIT Comedy Network" are Trademarks owned by Billy Merritt.
© 2024 Billy Merritt - All Rights Reserved
Inquiries + Notices + Requests: TheBitComedyNetwork@gmail.com

Welcome to Pompei, Indiana

As the first anniversary of a life-changing event in Pompei quickly approaches, our town folks are adjusting and carrying on their daily lives as best they can. One constant in their changing world is their passion for podcasts. Three of Pompei's many podcast offerings are featured in episode five of Podcast Town:

• Pompei Film Corner: Hosted by Kyle Dean and Andrew Zimmerman
• Pearls of Pompei (A Knitting Show): Hosted by Katya & Dean
• THE JUICE (Pompei's Community Affairs show that also overs town gossip): Hosted by Amber (Pompei's Vice-Mayor) and Flannery, CGO (Chief Gossip Officer)

The Pompei, Indiana Podcast Network Sponsors Include the First Annual Real Spirit Halloween Festival, Sylvia - of Vesuvius Bakery and Chamber of Commerce member, Sketchy Ink (Total Transparency), Pete's Training Center, Bonnie's Barbershop, the Pompei Police Department and its chief Tony Wilkerson, Sally's Spiritual Training, Dr. Professor Jeeshzch - Metaphysical Machinery, Bobby's Dungeons & Dragons MeetUp, Bob's Spirits/Gin, and APPLE of Pompei/Tim Cook.

We can't tell you anything else without spoiling the main plot twist!

Please enjoy, rate, follow, and share!

I love the Kid's Nat Geo article about Pompei/Vesuvius.

DIRECTOR/CREATOR: Billy Merritt

CAST:

• Dean Aisles
• Konrad Andrew
• Sabrina Kim Banes
• Amber Bellsdale
• Luke Bovard
• Hill Kane
• Deema Lazar
• Don Slovin
• Thea Marie Thorkildsen
• Katya Vasilaky
• Flannery Wilson

Special appearance by BILLY MERRITT.

"Podcast Town" Improv is part of The BIT Comedy Network.

MUSIC: "Memfish" performed by Little Kahunas | Produced by Peter Miller ©
"In Slow Motion (Inspiring Ambient Lounge)" | by Soundbay via Pixabay

Production Assistance, Audio Production & Graphics/Art by Hill Kane of Raising Kane Media + Marketing.

Hosting Platform: Libsyn.com

"The BIT" and “The BIT Comedy Network" are Trademarks owned by Billy Merritt.
© 2024 Billy Merritt - All Rights Reserved
Inquiries + Notices + Requests: TheBitComedyNetwork@gmail.com