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PROVIDING THE SCOOP ON ADVENTURES IN ODYSSEY, ONE CONE AT A TIME.

 

FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2009

New Fan Interviews!

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After so long, I'm happy to unveil some interviews with you, the fans! Head over to our Interviews to read 12 new interviews! Find out what makes the fans tick, their likes and dislikes, and why their dedication to Adventures in Odyssey is so strong. What are you waiting for?

 

Right now I've decided to randomly pick interviews and post them that way. We have such a high volume of interviews to be posted, so I'd rather take a sampling of the whole time gap of collected interviews and post them in sections. Don't worry - If you filled out an interview and it met our specifications you'll be seeing yours one of these days. Check back soon for another bulk update on interviews!
 

 

Also in other news, a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at Focus on the Family Radio Theatre's The Screwtape Letters has been made available via chriskou.com. Check out the video above, which includes an in-depth look at what's coming up in October when this exciting release is made available. So much is happening and I think we're going to wake up and be surprised one of these days.

 

 

THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2009

Rachel Fox talks about upcoming Passages release

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Town of Odyssey member "H Tide" has brought something exciting to our attention and we thought we'd pass it on to you. As many of you know, Adventures in Odyssey is getting ready for its release of Passages: Darien's Rise on August 3, 2009. Fans are talking and the excitement is building, and while the audio set isn't available, a special behind-the-scenes video is.

 

Rachel Fox, voice of Anna in the drama, has posted a special video and revealed that she would be working with Shane Baumel (voice of Kyle). The video features her short interview with Jim Cummings (voice of King Lawrence) and also includes a short segment of Rachel acting in the recording studio with Pete Renaday (voice of the Old Judge) and Shane Baumel.

 

You may also be interested in reading about Rachel's interview with Jim Cummings on her "News from the Fox" section at her official site.

 

I'm certainly glad we're getting some exciting behind-the-scenes goodies before the big release. Thanks to "H Tide" for the heads up. August will be here before we know it!

 

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2009

Official Podcast #72

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Today we get to continue the interview with the voices of the Washington family that we started in the last podcast!

 

Mark Christopher Lawrence (voice of Ed), J-Karen Thomas (voice of Elaine), and Kendre Berry (voice of Marvin) tell stories about their time on Adventures in Odyssey, plus what it’s like being a Christian in Hollywood.

 

In the latest edition of the Official Podcast, we'll hear more from these wonderful actors and find out what makes them tick in a world where being a Christian is especially tough. Don't miss out!

 

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2009

September Airing Schedule

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Today we have a minor update, but an update nonetheless. The Schedule section has been updated with the upcoming September 2009 episode schedule. We're getting closer to the upcoming Darien's Rise series that has everyone talking! Plan ahead so you don't miss the shows!

 

Also today don't forget to listen to the next episode in the Washington Family series and listen for the secret word! Then head over to the Official Site to get cool extras. That's what we love about AIO. It truly is a world or wonder, excitement, and discovery!

 

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2009

Take a Survey and Hear a Preview!

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AIO news has always come around in waves, and this week is no exception. Not only do we get a sneak peek at the cover art for Welcome Home, we as fans also have an opportunity to hear a special preview of the upcoming and highly-anticipated Passages: Darien's Rise release in early August. But do you have to do anything to get to the preview? In this instance, yes. Focus on the Family wants to hear your input about Adventures in Odyssey, and this is your opportunity to share. In their short survey, they'll ask you a few questions about your preferences when shopping for AIO, and it's worth it. After you take the survey you'll get to hear a special preview of this one-of-a-kind audio release. Click here to take the survey.

 

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009

Welcoming "Welcome Home" Repack

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Today I'm pleased to present the latest repacked album, Welcome Home! It has been such a long time since we got to preview an upcoming repack cover, but today is finally the day. It looks like Gary Locke has displayed his talent once again, although Whit looks strikingly more detailed than he has in previous re-releases. Nonetheless, it's a great addition to the repacked set of albums. We'll be releasing the tentative release date in the future, so stay tuned!

 

To see a larger image, visit our product page. It's by far a major improvement since this album's last release!

 

 

MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009

Unofficial Podcast #56

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The Unofficial Podcast has finally given us a new podcast! In their 56th installment, Chris and Sarah talk about Adventures in Odyssey in their usual chit-chat style. This type of style is always perfect for the fans who want to hear other fans in a relaxed atmosphere discussing the world's #1 audio drama. Their 56th podcast covers the latest Odyssey news and their opinions. Not only that, you'll get a chance to hear Chris and Sarah discuss their "top five list," which is a new addition to the show. So what are you waiting for?

 

Also you won't want to miss out on the Official Site's new "Secret Word Contest." There are a few things to look forward to before the release of Darien's Rise in August and the airing of this exciting dramatization beginning September 19th!

 

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2009

Dave Arnold and Paul McCusker TV Interview

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Adventures in Odyssey has gained so much popularity in the past few years, and it's time to introduce the show to even more audiences! Dave Arnold and Paul McCusker were recently featured on an interview with "Focus 4" on Cornerstone Television Network (CTVN.org). In the interview, they talk about the founding of AIO, the recording of Adventures in Odyssey Live! last August, the Odyssey video series, and some very exciting news. Things are getting more hopeful for AIO as they have announced an effort to bring Odyssey live-action video to other countries, including India and China. In other words, we (or they) may get to see real actors bring AIO to life. Also shows are planned for Spanish-speaking people. Things are cooking up and this has the potential to take Adventures in Odyssey around the globe... literally!

 

To view a one-hour interview with both Dave Arnold and Paul McCusker, visit CTVN's video archive page or click here to download the video directly. You will really enjoy this special treat! Or, if you are unable to download such a large file (it's over 500 mb), visit the Unofficial Podcast's page to stream the show.

 

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2009

Official Podcast #71

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Today the Official Podcast has released a very special edition! In their 71st episode, we'll get to hear some interesting interviews and some news about a special contest -- and it all begins this weekend at the Official Site! Here's a peek at what you'll be hearing:

 

Mark Christopher Lawrence (voice of Ed), J-Karen Thomas (voice of Elaine), and Kendre Berry (voice of Marvin) answer questions about their family and how they started acting. Plus, learn about the "Secret Word Contest."

 

It's definitely been a while since our friends at Adventures in Odyssey held a contest, and I'm sure many of you will be participating in the days ahead! So what are you waiting for? Go listen to the latest podcast!

 

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2009

"Virtual Realities" on eBay!

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It's time for another auction on eBay! This time I'm selling both the CD and cassette versions of "Virtual Realities." The bid starts at only $14, so if you're interested, watch that item! If you'd like to see a larger view of the image of both collections, see it here. They are both in great condition and ready for hours of listening.

 

Click here to visit our eBay listing. And as always, I can do autographs if you're interested. Just make sure to request it by contacting me through eBay.

 

In other news, I've discovered a new announcement by the Official Podcast regarding an upcoming contest, and it begins this weekend! It looks like you will have the chance to search the Official Site for clues and to find the secret words. Check back to the Scoop tomorrow for another update.

 

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2009

Kidsboro

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Today concludes the final installment of the Kidsboro three-parter. From everything I have heard over the past few weeks, the Kidsboro series is turning out to be a highly welcomed feature to the Adventures in Odyssey world. If you haven't heard these episodes yet, I encourage you to sink your teeth into Kidsboro-ville (well, it's not really a "ville") and see what the buzz is about. You can do so by listening on the radio, or you can listen through Focus on the Family's media center, located at their website. Or, if you'd prefer free episode downloads of these shows, you can get those too. Click here to visit our Episodes section and there you'll find links to the downloads of each episode in the three-parter.

 

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2009

Welcome to ScoopVault

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I'm starting something I'd like to call "ScoopVault," in which I periodically pull out site features from back in the day and bring them to the present. For today's ScoopVault, I'd like to focus your attention on a commercial I produced several years ago titled "Where Singles Meet." It's a commercial poking fun at online dating websites, but in this case, the Odyssey Scoop is the dating service:

 

Sometimes love comes without a postage stamp. Are you desperate to find a spouse, but you can't find one in the real world? Find out how you can use the internet to your advantage to love in all the right places. Listen to several accounts of two hearts growing closer together in Where Singles Meet.

 

Looking back, it's hard to believe I ever had time to create such a special audio piece. So head on over and bring back the past! Or don't and say you did.

 

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2009

Let's Get Convenient

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It's high time we did something about all these questions, comments, and suggestions! Many of you (yes - many!) have contacted me over the past few months regarding obtaining individual episodes of Adventures in Odyssey. Ever since Focus on the Family began their new partnership with Christian Book Distributors, almost all the episodes are available with two to three episodes on each CD. Now, while it's nice to be able to search for episodes by title at CBD, it's even more convenient to find specific episodes right here on the Odyssey Scoop and be able to quickly and efficiently access the appropriate link over at CBD. Today I'm happy to present a long-needed addition to our Episodes section. From now on, as you view episode details, you will see one of the following buttons:

 

 

As you can see, these will prove to be very handy and I expect a lot of questions to diminish as the days go by. I've got a few other ideas up my sleeve to make finding information easier, but we'll have to wait until some other time to reveal it. For now, enjoy just another taste of convenience here at the Odyssey Scoop. And if you've been dying to know how you can get CDs of your favorite adventures by ordering on the internet, you can... and more quickly! Also you'll notice that several unreleased episodes are available on CD. If you're a collector and must have all the episodes you can find (ex: Christmas Around the World and several others), just use this new feature to your advantage. So go enjoy what we've provided!

 

However, I must note that if you see one of those "Not Available" buttons here on the site, feel free to search CBD for yourself and try to find these missing episodes. Then send a link to me. I searched and searched, but some episodes of AIO fell by the wayside. It's always good to receive visitor input. It's what keeps this site the best it can be! Will you help?

 

 

Edit: I also added a "iTunes Download" link on all the episodes that are available through iTunes as well as a "Free Download" link for all episodes available for free through the Official Podcast.

 

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2009

Official Podcast #70

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It's hard to believe we've had exactly 70 episodes of the Official Podcast! Time sure flies when you're having fun listening. Yesterday they released their special treat to the fans:

 

Marshal Younger talks about the Kidsboro book series and introduces a surprise guest who inspired the books.

 

I've already listened to the podcast, but I'm not going to tell you who the surprise guest is. You'll just have to go listen to find out who it is. As always, this edition of the podcast is a real behind-the-scenes treat. Listen now!

 

 

MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2009

A Time of Discovery For Sale on eBay

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We've got another ebay alert for you today. We are currently offering a CD version of "A Time of Discovery" for just $12.00. You have the option to buy immediately or place a bid. Our first ebay offer was won by a member over at the Town of Odyssey message boards and he even received an autograph from me! The product is currently in brand-new condition and shrink-wrapped. If you'd like an autographed copy, make sure you contact me through ebay and I'll open the product and autograph it. Otherwise we'll leave it in its shrink-wrap and beam it over to you right away. Only one copy is available, so head on over to our eBay listing if you're interested. It's at a first-come, first-serve basis.

 

Edit: This auction is no longer available.

 

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