The Creators
Gem Aydın
Autistic of many trades, master of ADHD; Gem Aydın (they/them) is a Kurdi-Turkish intersectionality lawyer and human rights activist. In audio drama world, they take in many hats such as actor, writer, director and sound designer in various projects. A fan first, human later; you can find them gushing about their favourite shows around the audio drama community but most importantly, probably sleeping in the most unusual hours.
Lou Sutcliffe
Lou Sutcliffe (ey/em) is an autistic nonbinary word and sound sorcerer from the northwest of England, perpetrator of such audiodramas as the Pantaloon Society and Eeler's Choice. By day ey are a data scientist, undisputed monarch of a petty kingdom of spreadsheets. Ey live in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and refuse to leave unless enticed away with the promise of LARP.
The Contributors
David Ault
The Entire Cast of Shadows at the Door for its first season, David Ault (he/him) is a veteran in the world of audio drama. He began his journey on board star cruisers in 2004, becoming the eponymous Byron in The Byron Chronicles shortly after. Through the years he’s been heard in a lot of places, from Pendant Audio to Fool & Scholar, though you may know him best for his work on the NoSleep Podcast
Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Gölge (she/they) is currently working in civil service for a foreign government due to swearing to never work for her own country in her university years and trying to be helpful to humanity. A true history geek with an unfortunate amount of ASOIAF lore and a crippling addiction to Chinese harem dramas.
Hazar Ege
Hazar Ege (he/him) is a medical doctor with surprisingly gorgeous handwriting. He spends his free time doing grandpa activities such as solving crossword puzzles and napping with his cat. He likes to read independent underground literature, also known as fan-fiction.Hazar had no interest or experience in voice acting before this project and his credentials were "Well, I am gay so how hard could it be?" Lou and Gem thought he did good enough.
Karim Kronfli
Karim has been a professional performer for over 30 years, originally working as a juggler and firebreather. With plays and film added to his professional repertoire, Karim now loves directing as much as performing. Trained at City Lit in London he eventually got introduced to working behind the microphone at BFBS. Specialising in audio drama he has appeared in several shows such as. Unseen, What’s the Frequency, The Magnus Archives, SCP Archives, Dr Who: Redacted and many more.
Tanja Milojevic
Tanja (she/her) is a Boston-based character voice actor with a soothing alto who has been bringing characters to life in audio dramas for over a dozen years. She is also the co-founder of GetBraille, which helps museums, zoos, aquariums and other cultural institutions become more accessible by creating immersive audio descriptions, tactile graphics, touch tours and more.
"If I am not as joyful upon my return as I should be given my success, I ask you to forgive me. It seems the report of the matters in Rumeli have preceded me, no doubt due to some news from the governor of Selânik.In the corridor I was greeted by one of my fellows with “It is Süleyman, the Vampire Expert! Welcome back!” in a most disrespectful manner. This is very disappointing to me – if God wills it, I wish to be seen as a serious scholar of the law, not some adventuring gadabout.How shameful to become the subject of the tales of the storytellers in the coffee houses with their multicoloured hats and handkerchiefs. But I will do my best to be charming for you, my moon, for our re-union will surely be delight enough to cheer me from any small annoyance...."
From Gem Aydın (400 Words a Horror) and Lou Sutcliffe ( Eeler's Choice, The Pantaloon Society) "The Very Prudent Decisions of Hortlakçı Süleyman Hoca", an eight part tale of supernatural suspense and Ottoman horror. From the valleys of Rumelia in the west to the mountains of Van in the east, Süleyman resolves the conundrums of demons and djinns, vila and vrykolakas - with the aid of his scrupulous manners, detailed attention to sharia law, and the various protective amulets given to him by his clever wife Nilüfer.
Chapter 1:
Süleyman and the Vrykolakas
Süleyman is sent to Rumelia to help a village with their undead problem.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın.Episode Transcript
Written & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Gem Aydın & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Death/dying, Imperialism (Ottoman 16th century), Thalassophobia, Violence, Alcohol, Bullying
Chapter 2:
Süleyman and the Vila
Süleyman intervenes on behalf of the Vila of Kukavica Mountain.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın
The Vila was played by Tanja MilojevicEpisode transcript
Written & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Gem Aydın & Ash Seguinte
Serbian and Turkish cultural and history consultation by Saša & Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Death/dying, Imperialism (Ottoman 16th century), Familial arguments
Chapter 3:
Süleyman and the Demon in the Details
Süleyman meets a kindly grandmother and is blamed for something he did not do.Süleyman was played by Gem AydınEpisode transcript
Written by Gem Aydin
Edited & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Lou Sutcliffe & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Disablism, Discussions of Sex
Chapter 4:
Süleyman and the Cingol (Part 1)
Süleyman meets a kindly grandfather and investigates a terrible crimeSüleyman was played by Gem Aydın
The Old Grandfather with the White Beard was played by Karim KronfliEpisode transcript
Written by Gem Aydin
Edited & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Lou Sutcliffe & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Violence, Death/dying, Supernatural threat, Abduction of children, Harm to children
Chapter 5:
Süleyman and the Cingol (Part 2)
Süleyman learns humility, and the pros and cons of sticky sweets.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın
Cingol was played by Gem Aydin
Hamo was played by Hazar Ege.Episode transcript
Written by Gem Aydin
Edited & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Lou Sutcliffe & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Violence, Death/dying, Supernatural threat, Abduction of children, Harm to children, Children death, Grief
Chapter 6:
Süleyman and the Pious Djinn
Süleyman has a near death experience and learns who protects the mountain village of Kawe.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın
The Djinn were played by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç & Hazar EgeEpisode transcript
Written, edited, & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Gem Aydın & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Death/dying, War, Imperialism (Ottoman and Persian, 16th century), Firearms, Mentions/discussions of Oppression and tyranny
Chapter 7:
Süleyman and the Voivod (Part 1)
Süleyman discovers a secret cave and becomes a troublesome guest.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın
The Voivod Under the Mountain was played by David AultEpisode transcript
Written, edited, & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Gem Aydın & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Balkan paganism consultation by: Azaria Cane
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Death/dying, War, Imperialism (Ottoman 16th century), Abduction
Chapter 8:
Süleyman and the Voivod (Part 2)
Süleyman continues to be a troublesome guest, and learns something about himself.Süleyman was played by Gem Aydın
The Voivod Under the Mountain was played by David Ault
Nilüfer was played by Defne Gölge YazıcıtunçEpisode transcript
Written, edited, & sound designed by Lou Sutcliffe
Script editing by Gem Aydın & Ash Seguinte
Turkish cultural and history consultation by Defne Gölge Yazıcıtunç
Balkan paganism consultation by: Azaria Cane
Music composed by Lou SutcliffeContent Warning: Supernatural threat, Death/dying, War, Imperialism (Ottoman 16th century), Abduction
