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Cryptic

Cryptic

Crooked Path Productions

Cryptic is an audio drama. Cole and Julie Kurtz, a brother-sister team investigate cryptid sightings in their home state of Ohio. Oh, by the way, all of these legends are true!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Cryptic episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Cryptic for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Cryptic episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Cryptic - Trailer 2 - Hello, Friends!
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09/06/19 • 1 min

In this second trailer we meet Alastair Kurtz, the dearly departed father of Cole and Julie.

Season 1 of Cryptic premieres October 30, 2019!

Cryptic is presented by Crooked Path Productions

Find our more information at our website!

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley

Written by Adam Hoffman

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Cryptic - Cryptic Case Files Coming Soon!
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09/17/21 • 1 min

CLICK HERE to sign up for the Cryptic Case Files waiting list.

Today’s big announcement is that Cryptic is coming HOME.

Cryptic Case Files, an immersive mystery adventure is on its way.

Coming later in 2021, players will enjoy an interactive, multimedia experience as they search for clues to uncover the truth behind some of the greatest legends of our time.

Be sure to click the link in the show notes or go to CrpyticPodcast.com and sign up for our waiting list.

Folks on the waiting list will receive a 10% discount, and also be eligible to be a part of our beta test team.

So if you think you have what it takes to face the things that go bump in the night, don’t wait. Sign up right now.

As always, thanks for listening, and happy hunting.

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Cryptic - Sneak Peek of Merry Kurtz-mas
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12/22/19 • 6 min

Sneak Peek of Merry Kurtz-mas

Originally Released for Patreon on Dec. 21, 2019

Jeremiah Isley of Co-Creatro, Producer, and Director of Cryptic, drops in for a quick Midseason Update, and shares a sneak peek of Merry Kurtzmas the Patreon exclusive Christmas Special Episode. Head to Patreon.com/crypticpodcast to gain access for as little as $1 a month!

Merry Kurtzmas

Cole and Julie drive home through a good old fashioned Ohio snow storm and reminisce about the odd Christmases of days gone by. Also. Something is stalking them... Merry Christmas, everyone!

Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley Written by Adam Hoffman Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah Isley

Executive Producer Jeremy Snead

Starring

Joshua Isley as Cole Kurtz Kristin Larsen as Julie Kurtz

For more information and up to the minute news visit our website www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook.

For early access to new episodes, exclusive content and merchandise become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast

Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839

Thanks for listening, and happy hunting!

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We've got a special update for you today. Adam and I jumped on a phone call to talk about the show, Adam's origin story in theatre, writing the creative process, and of course we share a Bigfoot story or two. Thanks for all of your support this far, let's push through to the finish and start knocking down stretch goals, I really want to do that live show!! This Interview will only appear hear until the show launches, then it will be moved to our Backer's Only page on our website CrypticPodcast.com
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Cryptic - 1-01 The Maples
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04/05/22 • 19 min

Season 1 Episode 1.0 The Maples - Oct. 30, 2019

Julie is back in the game after 2 years away in Chicago. Cole and Julie investigate a lead on a mysterious grove of Maple trees in Geauga County, Ohio.

Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley Written by Adam Hoffman Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah Isley Additional Foley by Sarah Isley, Benjamin Payne, Ralph Isley, and Xavier Isley

Executive Producer Jeremy Snead

Starring

Joshua Isley as Cole Kurtz Kristin Larsen as Julie Kurtz DJ Remark as Chuck Jeremiah Isley as Robert G Michael Reardon as Zev Zainsville Craig Raymayley as Sid Alan Gerding as Alastair Kurtz and Jennifer Isley as The Waitress

For more information and up to the minute news visit our website www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook.

For early access to new episodes, exclusive content and merchandise become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast

Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839

Thanks for listening, and happy hunting!

We'd like to thank our wonderful Kickstarter backers, whose kind help made this season possible!!

Keymaster Games,Andrew Skifstad, Deb Lemire, Lisa Shauver, Quiver Gaming Gear, Claude, Gerna Isley, Chris Dunfee, Mark Keever, Andy Leibrandt, Lucres, Tarah, Alan Gerding, Mike Reardon, Sergio Saucedo, Tina Smith Campbell, Phil Grunauer, David Ballard, Chloe Grossman, Banjamin Kanelos, Derek Pincombe, Dwayne Farver, Nathaniel Harrison, Michael Hudson, Scott Firestone, Alexander Murph, Rocky Lee, Sarah Wood, Jimmy Miller, Peter Schott, Mark Kolb, Ben Court, Ralph Bruce. Bret Hoffman, Suzie Stanley. Elizabeth, The Creative Fund, Joshua Isley. and Jeremy Snead

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Cryptic - 2-08 "Blue Devil" pt. 1
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01/20/21 • 22 min

Season 2 Ep. 08 “Blue Devil” pt. 1

Originally Released: Jan 20, 2021

Legend has it that the Tallmadge Blue Devils got their name from a battalion in WWII. But as it turns out, the folks in Tallmadge know a bit more about the Blue Devil than they let on. Cole and Julie are on their way to learn more... This should end well...

Today’s episode is brought to you by Gabby & Scratch. The latest audio series coming from Crooked Path Productions, launching on Kickstarter Feb. 1, 2021!! Check out their website or subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Stay tuned after today’s episode for a sneak peek of Gabby and Scratch!

Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley

Written by Adam Hoffman

Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne

Starring

Joshua Isley as Cole Kurtz

Kristin Larsen as Julie Kurtz

Alan Gerding as Alastair Kurtz

Deb Lemire as Sidney

And

Tim Daugherty as Himself

Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah Isley

Narrated by Tim Daugherty

Executive Producer Jeremy Snead

For more information and up to the minute news sign up for our email newsletter at: www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook.

For early access to new episodes, tons of exclusive content and the freebies become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839 or use the voice message feature on Anchor! Thanks for listening, and happy hunting! Copyright 2020 Crooked Path Productions LLC

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Today Jeremiah stops by to say hello and make sure you know about the latest Cryptic Story. "Holding the Bag" launches April 15, 2021 but you won't find it on your podcatcher, we're taking it to TikTok! Not only is this the first time we're presenting a story through a visual medium, but YOU get to help decide how the story unfolds as this is a "Choose Your Own Adventure" story!

So check us out on TikTok! And leave your decision in the comments as we begin this adventure on Cryptok!

For more information and up to the minute news sign up for our email newsletter at: www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram and TikTok @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook. For early access to new episodes, tons of exclusive content and the freebies become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3916 or use the voice message feature on Anchor! Thanks for listening, and happy hunting! Copyright 2020 Crooked Path Productions LLC

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Cryptic - Season 2 Bonus Episode - Outtakes
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02/17/21 • 12 min

Season 2 Bonus Episode - Outtakes Originally Released: Feb 17, 2021 Season 2 was a great success and we have so many folks to thank. Even though we couldn’t gather together, we had a lot of fun producing this season. Please enjoy the season 2 outtake reel! Today’s episode is brought to you by Gabby & Scratch. The latest audio series coming from Crooked Path Productions, launching on Kickstarter Feb. 1, 2021!! Check out their website or subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Stay tuned after today’s episode for a sneak peek of Gabby and Scratch! Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley Written by Adam Hoffman Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah Isley Narrated by Tim Daugherty Executive Producer Jeremy Snead And a special thank you to our season 2 patrons on Patreon! Suzie Stanley - Kirk Gray - Jennifer Worth - Nathan Hanes - Thomas Rippert - Bob Tinsley - Bruce Guenzley - Misha Malcolm - Kate Wallinga - Sir Newton - Gerna Isley For more information and up to the minute news sign up for our email newsletter at: www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook. For early access to new episodes, tons of exclusive content and the freebies become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839 or use the voice message feature on Anchor! Thanks for listening, and happy hunting! Copyright 2020 Crooked Path Productions LLC

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Cryptic - 2-09 "Blue Devil" pt. 2
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01/27/21 • 20 min

Season 2 Ep. 08 “Blue Devil” pt. 2

Originally Released: Jan 27, 2021

Cole and Julie have found themselves smack in the middle of a big ol’ festival. The Blue Devil Festival that seems to just show up near Tallmadge Middle School when the “spaces in between are thin”. Seems everybody is here for the shindig, including ol’ Bluey who shows up, and... well... makes quite the appearance. Cole is not likely to forget this night!

Today’s episode is brought to you by Gabby & Scratch. The latest audio series coming from Crooked Path Productions, launching on Kickstarter Feb. 1, 2021!! Check out their website or subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Stay tuned after today’s episode for a sneak peek of Gabby and Scratch!

Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley

Written by Adam Hoffman

Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne

Starring

Joshua Isley as Cole Kurtz

Kristin Larsen as Julie Kurtz

Alan Gerding as Alastair Kurtz

Deb Lemire as Sidney

Adam Hoffman as Toby

Amanda Lanier as Dina

Amanda Hufford as Kendra

Lec Zorn as Zecharias

and

Jeremiah Isley as Hawthorne, and Festival Announcer

Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah Isley

Narrated by Tim Daugherty

Executive Producer Jeremy Snead

And a special thank you to our season 2 patrons on Patreon!

Suzie Stanley - Kirk Gray - Jennifer Worth - Nathan Hanes - Thomas Rippert - Bob Tinsley - Bruce Guenzley - Misha Malcolm - Kate Wallinga - Sir Newton - Gerna Isley

For more information and up to the minute news sign up for our email newsletter at: www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook.

For early access to new episodes, tons of exclusive content and the freebies become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839 or use the voice message feature on Anchor! Thanks for listening, and happy hunting! Copyright 2020 Crooked Path Productions LLC

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Cryptic - 2-02 A Day in the Life pt. 1
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11/11/20 • 19 min

Season 2 Ep. 02 "A Day in the Life" pt. 1

Originally Released: Nov. 11, 2020

Julie is on her way to meet up with the "Old Timer", who happens to have some info on these objects Alastair is so keen on retrieving. Along the way though, she has a thing or two, or three she needs to get off her chest.

Cryptic is Presented by Crooked Path Productions

Produced and Directed by Jeremiah Isley Written by Adam Hoffman Music by Cory Heddleston & Benjamin Payne Editing, Sound Design, and Foley by Jeremiah IsleyNarrated by Tim Daugherty

Starring

Joshua Isley as Cole Kurtz Kristin Larsen as Julie Kurtz Alan Gerding as Alastair Kurtz Deb Lemire as Sidney Craig Raymayley as Sid DJ Remark as Chuck Amanda Hufford as Fast Food Worker Sarah Rhea Werner as Hale Farm Volunteer and Noah Casino as The Old Timer

Executive Producer Jeremy Snead

This episode features music from:

Speak Seldom "Space"

Yankee Bravo "Half Blind Hallelujah"

For more information and up to the minute news sign up for our email newsletter at: www.CrypticPodcast.com or follow us on Social Media: Twitter & Instagram @CrypticPodcast and on Facebook.

For early access to new episodes, tons of exclusive content and the freebies become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/CrypticPodcast Of course we'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected] or call the Cryptic Hotline at 330-422-3839 Thanks for listening, and happy hunting!

Copyright 2020 Crooked Path Productions LLC

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FAQ

How many episodes does Cryptic have?

Cryptic currently has 41 episodes available.

What topics does Cryptic cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Cryptozoology, Drama, Ohio, Audiodrama, Podcasts, Science Fiction and Bigfoot.

What is the most popular episode on Cryptic?

The episode title 'Cryptic Case Files Coming Soon!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Cryptic?

The average episode length on Cryptic is 11 minutes.

How often are episodes of Cryptic released?

Episodes of Cryptic are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Cryptic?

The first episode of Cryptic was released on May 22, 2019.

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