The creators Angelo, Catie, and Michael talk about Season 2, recap Season 2, and share a little about the work they did to put it all together. Through the Valley is the companion podcast to the audio drama Better Men Elsewhere where we talk about the show, what goes on behind the scenes, and what the creative team have to say about our experiences working on the production. This podcast is usually exclusive to Patreon. If you would like to hear more installments, please consider joining at patreon.com/bettermenelsewhere Edited, directed, mixed and mastered by Angelo Espiritu Intro music by Pa ..read more

Better Men Elsewhere returns with Season 2 on January 30th, 2025 and will release every two weeks.   All paid Patreon tiers will get access to Episode 1: Fanning the Flames on December 26th, 2024. Curious Tourist and Honored Guest patrons will continue to get two-week early access for subsequent episodes.   Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Trailer Starring (in order appearance): Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Dallis McKenzie as Alec Miranda Michael Pantazis as Patrick Lockley Garrett McKenna as Adam Pruitt Freddie Heinz as Bear Hawthorn Max Kelly ..read more

Adam and Cecilia reflect on the past, present, and their future as they bond over drinks and a bonfire.   Written by Angelo Espiritu Directed by Michael Pantazis Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Amy Daml as Cecilia Hughes Garrett McKenna as Adam Pruitt   Sound design by Angelo Espiritu with additional sounds provided via Epidemic Sound. Music by Pat Mahoney and Angelo Espiritu Mixing and Master by Angelo Espiritu and Pat Mahoney https://www.chiralstudios.com/bme ------------------- A big thank you to our FOUNDERS p ..read more

Secrets come to light as Yusef, Jason, and Eunice find themselves on the precipice of another Conflict.   Written by Angelo Espiritu and Michael Pantazis Directed by Michael Pantazis, with Angelo Espiritu as a Asst. Director. Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Jessy Causey as Marshal Grayson Steven Landes as Yusef Jonathan Price as Jason  Viviane Jones as Eunice     Sound design by Angelo Espiritu with additional sounds provided via Epidemic Sound. Music by Pat Mahoney and Angelo Espiritu Mixing and Master ..read more

"The Sun and the Moon", a poem by Rob Morozko.   Written by Catie Espiritu Directed by Angelo Espiritu Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Steven Landes as Yusef Viviane Jones as Eunice   Sound design by Angelo Espiritu with additional sounds provided via Epidemic Sound. Music by Pat Mahoney and Angelo Espiritu Mixing and Master by Angelo Espiritu and Pat Mahoney https://www.chiralstudios.com/bme ------------------- A big thank you to our FOUNDERS patrons: Evan Frankfort R F Tammy Lebouton Jenny Kempner matt.mcalis ..read more

CONTENT WARNINGS: Death/Murder Emotional Abuse Firearms Fortunes come true as Jordan and Adam take a road trip to Asphodel. Written by Angelo Espiritu and Michael Pantazis Directed by Michael Pantazis, with Angelo Espiritu as a Asst. Director. Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Viviane Jones as Eunice Angelo Espiritu as Danny Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Garrett McKenna as Adam Pruitt Phillip Long as Jordan Hughes Amy Daml as Cecilia Hughes   Sound design by Angelo Espiritu with additional sounds provided via E ..read more

CONTENT WARNINGS: Death and grief Nihilism/Existentialism Firearms   As the town wrestles with the aftermath of the murder, the governor and his team scramble to find answers.   Written by Angelo Espiritu Directed by Angelo Espiritu, with Michael Pantazis as a Asst. Director. Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Garrett McKenna as Adam Pruitt Philip Long as Jordan Hughes Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Steven Landes as Yusef Jessy Causey as Marshal Grayson Max Vitkus as Finn Naomi Tatsuoka as Margaret Josh S ..read more

The townsfolks' patience starts to wear thing. As Constable Miranda settles into his life in Coventry, he finds himself making a promise he can't keep.   Written by Angelo Espiritu Directed by Angelo Espiritu Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Ann Harris as Ms. Hormel Steven Landes as Mr. Everett Amy Daml as Cecilia Hughes Philip Long as Jordan Hughes Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Jessy Causey as Marshal Grayson and as Dr. Leonhardt Amy Burch as Shauna Sara Jane Palmer as Lucia Max Vitkus as Finn Additional voi ..read more

Something... or someone moves in the shadows of the Inauguration Day celebrations, Jason is tempted by two diametrically opposed forces.   Written by Angelo Espiritu Directed by Angelo Espiritu Assistant Director: Michael Pantazis Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Sara Jane Palmer as Lucia Amy Daml as Cecilia Hughes Garrett McKenna as Adam Pruitt Angelo Espiritu as Danny Elm Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Steven Landes as Mr. Everett Viviane Jones as Mysterious Woman Alison Auth as Dr. Argo   Sound design ..read more

As Yusef rises to take his place as Governor, new revelations threaten his control over this town and his prisoner...   Written by Angelo Espiritu and Catie Espiritu Directed by Angelo Espiritu Assistant Director: Michael Pantazis Co-produced by Angelo Espiritu, Catie Espiritu, and Michael Pantazis Starring (in order appearance): Sara Jane Palmer as Lucia (and Random Citizen) Jonathan Price as Jason Miranda Max Vitkus as Finn Jessy Causey as Marshal Grayson Amy Burch, Ann Harris, and Angelo Espiritu as Random Citizens Steven Landes as Mr. Everett and Yusef Max Kelly as Taron Ca ..read more