The Official Adventures in Odyssey Podcast

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1. Meet Paxton D. Kleinhauser III

   14 Oct 2026 · 23 min

   Colby Rummell introduces Paxton D. Kleinhauser III and shares the long road that finally brought him to Adventures in Odyssey. Plus, Bob and Jesse reveal every episode title in Album 83: “Phase One” and preview…

2. The Avery Awards 2026: Shady Back Alleys, Falling Pianos, and Fan Favorites

   30 Sep 2026 · 24 min

   With retirement just days away, Bob takes on one last case when a mysterious tip claims this year’s Avery Awards are fixed! Follow Bob and Jesse as they chase shady informants, dodge foam darts, and drink root beer…

3. Meet Emerson Dorre, voice of Sophie

   16 Sep 2026 · 16 min

   Emerson Dorre talks about playing Sophie, from her first appearance in “Now Hiring” to stand-up comedy at Whit’s End in “You’re in Good Hands.” Emerson shares how she balances school and acting, the challenges of…

4. Licorice, dolphins, and old jelly beans: Jess Harnell answers your Totally Random Questions!

   2 Sep 2026 · 21 min

   Would Jess Harnell eat an old jelly bean off the floor of his car? What’s his favorite extension cord color? And has he ever touched a dolphin? The voice of Wooton tackles totally random questions from fans about…

5. Comic adventures and many hats: Evan David takes us Elsewhere in Odyssey!

   19 Aug 2026 · 21 min

   From the Washington family’s trip to the nation’s capital to an unlikely football team, a brand-new Odyssey family, and Edwin Blackgaard falling in love (!), Evan David takes us behind the stories of Elsewhere in…

6. Totally Random Edition with Katie Leigh

   5 Aug 2026 · 20 min

   What’s Katie Leigh’s favorite tooth? Has she ever done a backflip? And what color is her water bottle? Katie tackles totally random listener questions and somehow manages to be hilarious and profound. Plus, Bob and…

7. Dave Arnold shares the story behind Odyssey’s first theatrical movie

   22 Jul 2026 · 19 min

   Dave Arnold shares the long road to Adventures in Odyssey: The Movie, from earlier animated ideas to the new theatrical film coming next year. He talks about writing the screenplay, bringing familiar Odyssey locations…

8. Celebrating America’s 250th in Odyssey

   8 Jul 2026 · 27 min

   Writer Abigail Geiger and sound designer Zach Schneider explore the making of “The Measure of a Patriot,” and how Odyssey brought the founding era to life with gratitude and perspective.

9. Inside the Odyssey Movie Machine

   24 Jun 2026 · 23 min

   Senior Director of Marketing Debbie Smith and Production Manager Megan Rolofson take us inside the creation of Adventures in Odyssey: Journey Into the Impossible. From crafting the elevator pitch to coordinating…

10. From Disney to Odyssey

    10 Jun 2026 · 21 min

    Animator John Pomeroy worked on some of the most beloved animated films of all time. Now he’s bringing that experience to Adventures in Odyssey. He shares how he got started, what he learned from animation legends, and…

11. Conner’s Story Behind the Score

    27 May 2026 · 19 min

    Composer Conner Savoca talks about his path from the earliest music lessons to scoring recent episodes like “This Is My Story.” Conner honors the legacy of Odyssey’s music while adding his own voice. Plus: a preview of…

12. Hello to the new Executive Producer of Adventures in Odyssey

    13 May 2026 · 25 min

    After more than two decades as executive producer, Dave Arnold steps into a new role while Christopher Diehl takes the reins of the audio drama. What led to this transition and what does it mean for the future? Dave…

13. What’s the weirdest sound you had to create?

    29 Apr 2026 · 31 min

    How many people do sound design? How often do you change the background crowd at Whit’s End? How many sound effects do you have? Odyssey sound designers Christopher Diehl, Luke Guenot, Rudy Haerr, and Zach Schneider…

14. Odyssey’s Season of Salvation

    15 Apr 2026 · 23 min

    There have been more salvations in the last year than any other time in Odyssey history. Wyatt, Carla, Ron, Jules, Buck, and Renee all came to faith in Christ. Writers Marshal Younger, Phil Lollar, and Kathy Buchanan…

15. Malachi Returns: The Voice Behind Odyssey’s Angelic Messenger

    1 Apr 2026 · 19 min

    Philip Glassborow, the voice of Malachi, joins the podcast to look back at the unforgettable “Malachi’s Message,” his decades with Focus on the Family Radio Theatre, and what it was like to return for the “Face the…

16. Robby Bruce on Buck’s Redemption

    18 Mar 2026 · 21 min

    Buck Meltsner’s story reaches a pivotal moment in “Value of a Buck” and voice actor Robby Bruce is here to unpack it all. From Buck’s complicated history with Mr. Skint to the character’s relationships with Jules and…

17. Darcy’s Big Moments: Comedy, Drama, and Life Outside the Booth

    4 Mar 2026 · 14 min

    Mia Lynn Bangunan, voice of Darcy, shares her journey into acting, her first day recording the show, and how she balances Darcy’s goofy humor with heartfelt moments. Plus: Preview a two-part Bassett adventure!

18. Why Adventures in Odyssey Is Becoming a Movie

    18 Feb 2026 · 23 min

    Focus on the Family Vice President Jennifer Arthur explains what her movie producer job actually looks like, what she brought from her years at Amazon, and why Focus chose to create an animated film. Hear more about…

19. Finding the Edge: Shona on Jules’s Journey

    3 Feb 2026 · 22 min

    Jules Kendall’s journey reaches a powerful crossroads in “Crossing the Line” and “On the Edge.” In this spoiler-filled conversation, Shona Rodman talks about portraying anger, desperation, fear, and faith in a huge…

20. Shaping Jules’s Salvation with Sound

    21 Jan 2026 · 24 min

    Sound designers Zach Schneider and Luke Guenot unpack how car sounds, smoke bombs, voices on the wind, and even silence itself shaped Jules Kendall’s journey in “Crossing the Line” and “On the Edge.” Plus, hear a…

21. When is the Chairman Coming Back? What’s Next After CDs?

    7 Jan 2026 · 28 min

    Writer/director Kathy Buchanan, art director Evan David, co-creator Phil Lollar, showrunner Marshal Younger, and line producer Nathan Hoobler tackle listener questions, including: Why did so many kid characters change…

22. FREE EPISODE: “Value of a Buck, Part 1”

    24 Dec 2025 · 27 min

    In this first episode of Album 80: “Rewritten,” Buck visits Odyssey and Jules braces to tell him her life-changing news. Meanwhile, a nursing-home “ministry” has an unsettling similarity to a dark detail from Buck’s…

23. Top 10 Episode Countdown

    25 Nov 2025 · 26 min · Episode 500

    Five hundred podcasts, thirty-eight years of Adventures in Odyssey, and one epic countdown! Bob and Jesse celebrate by revealing the ten most-listened-to episodes in the Club, complete with never-before-heard audio and…

24. Visit to the Texas State Fair in Young Whit and the Shell Game

    12 Nov 2025 · 26 min

    Executive producer and author Dave Arnold previews Young Whit and the Shell Game, the sixth book in the Young Whit series. Hear how this stand-alone adventure expands Whit’s world, connects to lessons he’ll carry into…

25. Solving the Final Mystery: The Legacy of the Last Chance Detectives

    29 Oct 2025 · 25 min

    The Last Chance Detectives have been solving mysteries for more than thirty years—on screen, on audio, and now in books. As Book 8: The Curse of Calamity Wells releases, hear from creator and author Bob Vernon and…

26. Into the Spotlight: Shining Light on Jonathan’s Story

    15 Oct 2025 · 23 min

    Writer Bob Smithouser, collaborator Abigail Geiger, and sound designer Nathan Jones take listeners “Out of the Spotlight” and explain why the name turned out to be such an appropriate title for both Jonathan’s journey…

27. Wayback Wednesday: Say hello to Lucy… again.

    17 Sep 2025 · 15 min

    Genni Long (Lucy Cunningham-Schultz) reflects on more than 70 episodes, falling in love with Jack Davis (Donald Long), and what life has looked like since her last Odyssey appearance. If you enjoyed listening to The…

28. Chess Moves with Dr. Blackgaard

    3 Sep 2025 · 23 min

    Phil Lollar dishes on Bishop’s Block, the latest Blackgaard Chronicles novel. Hear how he balances faith, villains, and spy-thriller intrigue—plus a glimpse at what’s ahead in the rest of the series. If you enjoyed…

29. Odyssey’s Real-Life Working Genius

    20 Aug 2025 · 20 min

    Jesse Kellum IV doesn’t just write for Odyssey—he also works at the real-life Whit’s End! Hear how a workplace personality quiz inspired his latest episode, how a slide thermometer sparked a memorable story, and how he…

30. A Very Whittaker Podcast: Totally Random Questions for Andre Stojka

    23 Jul 2025 · 18 min

    Andre Stojka (voice of Mr. Whittaker) reveals his hobbies, his favorite quote, his least favorite chore, and his most unusual possession. Plus, vote in the Avery Awards and nominate a real-life Whit in your life.

31. Wayback Wednesday: From Stand-Up to Whit’s End with Ed Washington

    9 Jul 2025 · 20 min

    Mark Christopher Lawrence revisits his journey as Ed Washington — from landing the role to bringing humor, heart, and faith to one of Odyssey’s most beloved dads. Hear reflections on his personal faith and how he…

32. Sisters On and Off the Mic: Katie and Shona Preview Album 79

    25 Jun 2025 · 22 min

    Katie Leigh (Connie) and Shona Rodman (Jules) preview Album 79: Eleventh Hour. They share what it’s like playing sisters, how they keep their characters fresh, and how they prepare for recordings. Get a sneak peek at…

33. From “At Face Value” to the “Eleventh Hour”: What’s Behind and What’s Ahead

    11 Jun 2025 · 27 min

    Showrunner Marshal Younger, co-creator Phil Lollar, writer/director Kathy Buchanan, and line producer Nathan Hoobler return to answer your questions. Why were the names of the early albums changed? Will marshmallow and…

34. Mapping the Perkins Family Story Arc

    28 May 2025 · 22 min

    Showrunner Marshal Younger unpacks the five-episode journey that transformed the Perkins family. How did real-life experiences shape Ron’s path? And why is Bridget’s story still unfinished? Plus: a preview of “The…

35. Finding Ron Perkins

    14 May 2025 · 27 min

    Before voicing Ron, Eric Martsolf was singing at theme parks, performing on cruise ships, and even touring with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Eric shares how his eclectic career prepared him to play a…

36. Totally Random Edition with Chris Anthony Landsdowne

    30 Apr 2025 · 24 min

    Fans submitted thousands of off-the-wall, anything-goes questions, and Chris is ready to answer. From her favorite childhood book to the one food she’d eat forever, get to know the voice of Adventures in Odyssey like…

37. Buck, Baltimore, and Batting Cages: Exploring “Better Buck Next Time”

    2 Apr 2025 · 21 min

    Writer/director Kathy Buchanan and sound designers Luke Guenot and Zach Schneider dive into the making of “Better Buck Next Time.” Hear how Buck’s story evolved after his breakup with Jules, how football and faith…

38. Morrie’s Next Move: Atticus Shaffer and Phil Lollar on “Kris-Crossed”

    19 Mar 2025 · 19 min

    Morrie Rydell is changing from manipulative villain to surprising hero. Actor Atticus Shaffer and writer/director Phil Lollar take us inside “Kris-Crossed,” discussing Morrie’s changes, behind-the-scenes stories, and…

39. Bringing Military Authenticity to Odyssey: A Marine’s Story

    5 Mar 2025 · 17 min

    Marine Josh Hosler shares how his real-life experiences shaped the Adventures in Odyssey episode “Ambush” and more. From military communication to a surprising sheep encounter, hear how he brought authenticity to the…

40. Taking Adventures in Odyssey to the next level

    19 Feb 2025 · 15 min

    We’re saying goodbye to CDs in the spring of 2026 and going fully digital. That means longer storylines for your favorite characters. Less waiting between multi-part stories. More flexibility for fun, one-off episodes.…

41. Totally Random Edition

    22 Jan 2025 · 32 min

    It’s Opposite Day as hosts become guests and Bob and Jesse tackle more than a dozen TRQs from our listeners!

42. Building “School of Hard Knocks”: Friendship, Sound Design, and New Faces

    8 Jan 2025 · 19 min

    Writer Evan David and sound designer Zach Schneider reveal how they brought “School of Hard Knocks” to life. Evan shares the challenge of transforming Clubhouse Magazine’s Tori Mori into an Odyssey character and…

43. Why did Buck and Jules break up? Will Jules stay in the band? Where is the live show in the timeline?

    11 Dec 2024 · 29 min

    Showrunner Marshal Younger, writer/director Kathy Buchanan, writer/director Phil Lollar, and line producer Nathan Hoobler answer your questions about Adventures in Odyssey past, present and future! From Bridget’s job…

44. Rocking Manic Ravioli: The Sound of Jules’s Band

    27 Nov 2024 · 22 min

    Sound designer Nathan Jones and composer John Campbell reveal how they turned “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” into a rock anthem, balanced professionalism with a touch of amateur fun, and tackled the challenges of bringing a…

45. Voicing and Writing "Express Salvation"

    13 Nov 2024 · 21 min

    Dive into the making of the latest story arc with showrunner Marshal Younger and actor Dawson Griffin, the new voice of Wyatt Perkins. Why has this story been five years in the making? How did Dawson’s journey to…

46. From Odyssey to Hollywood and back again

    30 Oct 2024 · 23 min

    Writer Charlie Richards returns to Adventures in Odyssey after 24 years. Discover how his journey from Focus on the Family to a Hollywood sitcom to “The Pond” led to the latest Club adventure, “You Dirty Rat.” Plus…

47. Celebrating Whits everywhere with Award Winner Richard Moore

    16 Oct 2024 · 22 min

    Bob and Jesse celebrate Richard Moore, this year’s Whit Award winner, with his son Chris and grandson Campbell, who nominated him! Hear how Richard’s mentorship was impacted by Whit himself and how his own mentorship…

48. The Avery Awards 2024, courtesy of AI-Oh

    2 Oct 2024 · 24 min

    All the ideas for the Avery Awards have been done until Bob and Jesse employ their new digital assistant AI-Oh. From daring escapes to singing in spooky mansions, our hosts reveal the fan-voted winners from Album 75:…

49. From England to Odyssey: The Voice Behind Renee D. Carter

    18 Sep 2024 · 18 min

    Caitlin Thorburn, the voice of Renee D. Carter, shares her journey from old England to New England (and back again!), mastering Renee's Scottish accent, and what fans can expect from “The Heavens Declare.”

50. An update with Andre Stojka

    4 Sep 2024 · 16 min

    Andre Stojka had to miss One Grand Party and had a lot of people praying for him. He gives us an in-depth update on what happened and how he’s feeling now.