The Hidden Archives Podcast

In our first story, we introduce you to a man in a seemingly hopeless situation: seemingly at the end - in more ways than one. Feeling like justice has turned her back on him, he has to wrestle with the consequences of circumstances outside of his control. What would you do in a similar situation? How do you cope when it seems like the end is imminent? How does one accept the verdict of a Drumhead...

Once more we look at the topic of human relationships. It is the nature of people to want to connect with others. We are communal and tribal. As is often the case, we sometimes wish to cultivate deeper bonds with one, or a few, specific individuals. Other times, we wish to establish boundaries and distance ourselves from an individual. But are these feelings and motivations present from the start?...

This episode is a deviation from our normal programming. It is an eulogy - an end of life dedication of sorts - to a few loved ones that have passed away recently. I wrote this account to honor them; Robert O'Neill, Philip Waln, and Larry Reedy.  Though there are no really scary parts to this episode, as it is almost entirely non-fiction, there are some disturbing subjects. TW: addiction and real-...

You don’t always get to choose your relations in life: it is neither your choice what family you’re born into, nor who you work with. This gamble doesn’t always work out, and is sometimes made especially more tragic because we spend the majority of our days working, and we must grow up with our family - regardless of who they are. That’s why it is important to choose carefully the relationships wh...

When you go through a tough time, you will have people tell you that “it could be worse.” Frequently, the consolation of “worse things have happened to better people” is offered - as if to diminish the gravity of our suffering. But to imply that something could be “worse” is to state that it could be “different.” In tonight’s story, we find out what truly lies behind the facade of a set of circums...

We’ve seen it time and again, nearly daily: a solution that has no problem. No, I didn’t mispeak. The world is full of solutions to things that aren’t even problems to begin with. But when you’ve only ever known problems, how could you help but think only of solutions? That is the exact situation our character finds himself in in tonight’s story. He is confronted with a number of small, yet unsolv...

When one comes to the end of one chapter in their story, another is sure to follow. In this story book of ours, we are introduced to the plot and play in the chapters of the past, though we dwell in the chapter at present. All this serves to build the anticipation of what is to come. In tonight’s story, we once again hear from our friend Captain Chris as he navigates the perilous skies and circums...

No matter what holiday you celebrate, or what traditions you keep, being away from friends and relations during these times can be difficult. The holiday season is made even more challenging for those that must work away from their home when they would rather be celebrating with family. But sometimes duty calls. And in these times, we can only hope that the work has meaning. For Captain Chris, our...

We all have a job to do. For some people, this is a mantra that they repeat to themselves for their professional life. For others, it is much more personal. But the simple facts remain that work needs to be done, and we all must share in the responsibility. Of course, this means forging relationships to help us accomplish what we need to. But who do we side with? Often, you just have to take a sho...

It has been said that “the road to Hell is paved with good intentions.” But who determines the quality of anyone’s intentions? Is it purely for us to figure out for ourselves, or do the manifestations of intentions define whether they were good or bad? In tonight’s story, which is related to an earlier story of ours titled “Gather The Pieces,” Dr. Casey Edwards gets a chance to explain his intenti...

Fear is one of the most basic of human instincts. However, it doesn’t do anyone any good to just be afraid. Fear is a driver - something that is supposed to push you into action. Of course, it helps to know the difference between a legitimate fear and an irrational one. That being said, our story tonight can’t discuss every fear, but it can give you a simple warning about one: “Fear Not The Shadow...

This week, we bring you an experimental story. Today's feature contains no discernable dialogue - excepts for the show's introduction and outro. Though this is an experiment in audio production, there is still a message to be conveyed. Details are given by host Phillip Clark.   This story was written by Phillip Clark. It was directed, engineered, and edited by Phillip Clark. The Hidden Archives is...

Today, we offer some thoughts after the official close of our third season. In this episode, you will get a little information about future "Bonus" episodes, what to expect in October with our fourth season, and some show lore.    Written by Phillip Clark. Directed, engineered, and edited by Phillip Clark. The Hidden Archives is created by Phillip Clark, and is produced by Phillip and Nicole Clark...

Suffering a plane crash is one thing. Being lost in the wilderness is another. But when one thing leads to the next, coupled with thirst, malnutrition, and a lack of cover, things can start to seem hopeless. What drives you at this point? Is it the will to live? Perhaps it's being singularly focused – determined to accomplish a mission of the utmost importance. Or maybe it is a faith in the divine...

For many people, the world of our dreams is a welcome escape from the horrors of reality. This means that a condition like insomnia can be a barrier from ending up where we are happy and relaxed. But consider the idea of a condition that is the opposite of insomnia. Consider what happens when your dreams are indistinguishable from reality. Consider what this might mean. Consider the Possibilities....

What is it to be content? How do you frame success? Well, some people use the company they keep as their measuring rod for such things. Of course, this requires genuine companionship. It requires honesty. And it means not holding back when it comes to important issues. So take charge - be the master of your own destiny! But also remember your companions, and consider this: you’re in it together. Y...

Do you ever pipe-dream about what you would wish for if you found a genie? The thought has crossed most everyone's mind at some point or another. But it's all just fantasy right? Well, maybe. But we know what "fantasy" really means to the curators at the Hidden Archives. In tonight's tale, we see how far this fantasy can go.   This story was written, directed, and engineered by Phillip Clark. The...

Many problems seem simple at first. Like having just the right amount of information can lead you to an easy solution. Especially if you know what that solution should look like. However, such problems are, frequently, more complicated than they first appear. Sometimes, no amount of information, right or wrong, can get you where you need to be. But maybe you’ll be lucky and move past your problems...

Accepting one's fate and then moving on can be challenging, even when we know it is the right thing to do. However, it often helps to have the encouragement of friends or family - just someone to believe in us. It may also put us at ease to know how difficult it may have been for others, only for them to succeed, too. So remember to respect other people and guide them when you can. Especially if y...

Greed and sibling rivalry are two concepts that seem to feed each other. However, when the aspect of greed becomes too overwhelming, it can blind the guilty party to the fact that their rivalry is not with their sibling, but with themselves. Just remember that the other person involved is your brother or sister, and together you are only two elements of a Nuclear Family. This story was written, di...

Every relationship has its risks, rewards, and costs. This is especially true of a business relationship. In this story, we meet someone who has entered into a contractual relationship of sorts. If this contract can be maintained, the rewards are plentiful. But how far has our protagonist gone to see this contractual relationship reach its culmination? This story was written, directed, and enginee...

How far are you wiling to go to protect a stranger? How about thousands of strangers? What are you willing to do to ensure that humanity - the very human race - has a chance? Most people would probably be willing to go to war. Most would probably be willing to fight, kill, and die for their country. But, as we will find out tonight, when the going gets tough, sometimes the "tough" go to the end of...

No matter the tradition, celebrating the holidays has always been about being with those you love. However, for our character this evening, this is more of a task than anything else. Being alone on a starship, lightyears away from home, is a daunting proposition. What do you do pass the time? Who can you really share the experience with? What if the only company you have are the Ghosts of Christma...

If you were given the chance to change the world, what would you do? What could you do? What if the world needed changing because of what you've already done? This evening, our character finds out the extent of his own actions and inactions, and the profound impact they have on the existence of the entire planet. Hopefully, one more Mulligan is enough to set things right.    This story was written...

There is nothing more terrifying than being confronted with the threat of imminent death. Coming face to face with one's own mortality is a situation that we all hope to put off as long as possible. But what happens when someone forces you to confront this - when they hold your life in your hands, and they seem a little too ready to take it all away? How would you feel? What would go through your...