
Dead West
Devin Steffens

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Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy. So, come along on our ride through the Dead West, bring your best iron and your favorite cross. Not that it'll do much good.
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01/07/25 • 24 min
Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy. Join us on our inaugural foray into a new podcast segment we are calling, "Tales from the Dead West", these are stand alone anthology stories from around the world of the Dead West. Our first one here is about our favorite paternal ghost and his going's ons before his death. Please note this episode depicts intense scenes of torture and harm to animals, no actual animals were harmed in the production of this episode. Trigger warnings w/ approximate time stamps:
- Dated Language / Slurs: "Godless Savages" 2:56
- Violence, torture: 4:29
- Bound and gagged, restrained 4:29 - end
- Violence, torture, mutilation: 8:33
- Violence, torture: 12:13
- Mention of dental procedures: 13:57
- Violence, torture: 15:22
- Torture, burning flesh: 17:50
- Torture, burning flesh: 18:33
- Animal in pain: 19:09
- Violence, Harm to animals, mutilation, torture, grieving and pain: 20:54
Credits:
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
All sound fx for this episode are courtesy of Soundly Pro or designed in house.
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Part 1 "Headed Dead West"
Dead West
09/17/24 • 29 min
Dead West is a horror fiction podcast that blends folk horror and weird western themes told in a re-imagined American Gilded age. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. In Part 1, we are introduced to Conrad as he heads northward for his latest contract in Blackwater, California and the shadow of the town grows wider with each person Conrad meets.
Trigger warnings w/ approximate time stamps:Immolation: 2:59
Children screams: 2:59
Spitting: 18:37
Credits:
Lucas Martinez as the Conductor (https://x.com/LucasMartinezva)
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Brianna Steffens as Auggie (https://www.tiktok.com/@bsteffensbooks)
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
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Part 2 "Simple Things"
Dead West
10/21/24 • 21 min
Dead West is a horror fiction podcast that blends folk horror and weird western themes told in a re-imagined American Gilded age. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. In our second episode tensions grow between Conrad and Louis as the world around them takes shape.
Trigger warnings w/ approximate time stamps:3:45: Slurs and dated language
3:55 harm to children
Credits:
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Brianna Steffens as Auggie (https://www.tiktok.com/@bsteffensbooks)
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
Badb: Oathed Devotee Prayer by wolvesandravensohmy as posted by https://madamehearthwitch.tumblr.com/post/172184136481/badb-oathed-devotee-prayer
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Part 4 "Nothing beside remains"
Dead West
01/30/25 • 31 min
Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy. In Part 4, the forces of Blackwater make themselves known and begin moving in town. Conrad recalls memories of his past. Trigger warnings:
- Maiming, threats to children, harm to child, maggots and flies, insects, burning skin, vomit, retching, gagging, religious fervor and manipulation, mutilation, blood and gore, fire and pyrotechnics, swearing.
Credits:
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Brianna Steffens as Auggie (https://www.tiktok.com/@bsteffensbooks)
Zachary Scott as Father Gregory https://m.imdb.com/name/nm16544300/?ref_=m_ttfcd_cl19
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
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Join the Community on Discord to talk about the show and join other Travelers as we navigate the DEAD WEST!
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Part 5 "Father"
Dead West
03/03/25 • 33 min
Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy. In Part 5, Conrad converses about the life and trials of Father Gregory as they tend to his wounds. Though there is more to the coal than we imagined. Trigger warnings:
- Medical procedure through-out, mention of child death, and religious fervor.
Credits:
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Zachary Scott as Father Gregory https://m.imdb.com/name/nm16544300/?ref_=m_ttfcd_cl19
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
Support us on Patreon or Ko-fi for exclusive content, merch, and much more!
Join the Community on Discord to talk about the show and join other Travelers as we navigate the DEAD WEST!
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Part 0 "Prologue"
Dead West
08/15/24 • 7 min
Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy.
In our first episode we are introduced to Conrad as he heads northward for his latest contract in Blackwater, California. No trigger warnings for this episode.Credits:
Lucas Martinez as the Conductor (https://x.com/LucasMartinezva)
Devin Steffens as Conrad (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
Support us on Patreon or Ko-fi for exclusive content, merch, and much more!
Join the Community on Discord to talk about the show and join other Travelers as we navigate the DEAD WEST!
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Part 3 "Mrs Davis"
Dead West
11/21/24 • 33 min
Eldritch horror and weird western themes collide in the dying years of a re-imagined American Wild West. A time when everything was stolen, blood was let, and society grappled with modernity. We follow Conrad as he explores the shadowy corners of the world in an attempt to outrun his family legacy. In Part 3, Auggie confronts Conrad about his secrets and lies and Conrad finally makes his way out of town to visit Mrs Davis. Trigger warnings w/ approximate time stamps:
- Shaving: 9:34
- Chewing: 13:15
- Gunshot with Victim: 27:58
Credits:
Devin Steffens as Conrad, Louis, and other voices (https://x.com/merlin_thebard)
Brianna Steffens as Auggie (https://www.tiktok.com/@bsteffensbooks)
Dexter Manning as Mr Davis
Intro and Outro music by @Sage_GC
Support us on Patreon or Ko-fi for exclusive content, merch, and much more!
Join the Community on Discord to talk about the show and join other Travelers as we navigate the DEAD WEST!
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FAQ
How many episodes does Dead West have?
Dead West currently has 7 episodes available.
What topics does Dead West cover?
The podcast is about Lovecraft, Fiction, Drama, Audiodrama, Podcasts, Science Fiction, Lovecraftian and Horror.
What is the most popular episode on Dead West?
The episode title 'Part 0 "Prologue"' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Dead West?
The average episode length on Dead West is 26 minutes.
How often are episodes of Dead West released?
Episodes of Dead West are typically released every 32 days, 12 hours.
When was the first episode of Dead West?
The first episode of Dead West was released on Aug 15, 2024.
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