TALES FROM THE CLOUD SEA | An Improvised Comedy Adventure for Kids (and Former Kids)

The Skytanic's annual talent show is interrupted by an urgent mission to quell a *fowl* conflict, and there's only one man for the job. Joe the Chef lends his eggspertise to the kids, but what they discover back on the ship will change The Skytanic's course forever... This week's episode is brought to you by Matariki from New Zealand. Thanks, Matariki! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Sgt. Gababla, and Bertha were played by Travis Sharp. Scruffles/Souffle/Stiffler/Scrambles, Dobbins, Makika Pootie-Poo/Milly Baddison, Gertha, the Golden Chick, the Garnet Gerkhin, and Janice were played by Amanda Lee Williams. Joe and the Purple Queen were played by Eve Krueger. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. This episode was edited by Emma Li: https://www.emmali.space/ Our theme music is by Matt Hobbs. Our logo and character illustrations are by Bob Al-Greene. Send your Joe the Chef portraits to: TalesFromTheCloudSea@gmail.com

There's a sound coming from a mound, and only 3 heroes brave enough to investigate. Everyone's 2nd-favorite homebrew roleplaying game Catacombs & Cryptids returns to the kitchen table. But this time, a strange message from the aether could change the campaign ... forever! (ever, ever, ever...) Amelia Phantasm the Unicorn Medic was played by Amelia, who was played by Megan Leahy. Lizard Sword the Lizard Peep Messenger was played by Arthur, who was played by Karen Cassady. The CryptMaster was played by Dad, who was played by Travis Sharp. Gweneveth the Giantkin Amazonian Warrior was played by Janice, who was played by Amanda Lee Williams. This episode’s artwork was illustrated by Travis Sharp. Production, editing and sound design are by Matt Silverman. Narration by Amelia Silverman, aka the REAL Amelia! This episode was brought to you by Levi in Ohio. Thanks, Levi!

A quest for chic booty puts Amelia and Arthur's design skills to the test — and uncovers the truth about the Cloud Sea's fashion industry. This episode is brought to you by Julie from New Jersey. Thanks, Julie! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Persephokey, Bluka, and The Announcer were played by Travis Sharp. Dobbins, Calcius, Blip-Blip, and Janice were played by Amanda Lee Williams. Persephokey’s secret worker, Blipherous, and Slooky were played by Eve Krueger. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Our theme music is by Matt Hobbs Our logo and character design are by Bob Al-Greene.

Janice’s nephew Joshie-Poo returns to The Cloud Sea. With Arthur out sick, it’s up to Amelia and Josh to secure a prized notebook from The Queen of All Black Cats. Though she won’t give it up easily, perhaps the fairies who live underground can lend a hand…err, wing. This episode was brought to you by Isla from You Nork. Thanks, Isla! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Penny, Brother Arthur were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Dobbins, The Garnet Gerkhin, a bird, Fairy Gramma-Ma, the Hobby Gobblin were played by Amanda Lee Williams Joe, Mina, and JoAnn the Queen of the Black Cats were played by Eve Krueger Josh was played by our special quest, Joshua Quinn. Visit JoshuaQuinnVO.com if you want to see more of his stuff. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps the show!

Take a peek behind the scenes of how TALES is made in this interview from Silver Sound NYC. Twice a year, they hold a contest where podcasters have 48 hours to make 2 minutes of audio. Turns out, we won! The Skytanic crew discuss how the contest entry differed from a regular episode, and why improv gave us a special advantage. - Original Show Notes | July 10, 2026 - Twice a year, contestants from around the world compete in the Biannual Sonic Dash, where they have only 48-hours to build a two-minute piece completely from scratch: meaning no pre-existing music, no archival audio, and no generative AI is allowed. So how do they do it? This season on the Sonic Dash Podcast, we're taking you behind the scenes of our finalists' processes. You'll hear the genius audio tricks and creative solutions our finalists used to create audio magic. In this episode, host Cory Choy (founder of the Dash and Emmy Award-winning sound mixer) sits down with the members of Tales From the Cloud Sea, the Grand Prize winners of the latest Dash. Their winning piece, "Go For Broke, or Gopher Broke?" took home the $1,000 cash prize and a haul of industry gear. Tune in to hear how they created a winning piece without a script, how they used creative constraints to their advantage, and more. Listen to more from Tales From the Cloud Sea here: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Learn more about the Sonic Dash here: http://sonicdash.nyc/

The kids celebrate Dad’s birthday by tucking him back into bed and heading to the Cloud Sea in search of the perfect gift. Instead, they discover an island in desperate need of parental guidance. This episode was brought to you by Joey, who is 12! Thanks, Joey! This episode’s artwork was drawn by Asher B. (age 8) from Florida. Thanks, Asher! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Chorebot, Captain Squidhand, and Toegurt were played by Travis Sharp. Janice, Dobbins, Stamp, and Cat were played by Amanda Lee Williams. Kapookie and the guard dog were played by Eve Krueger. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Queen Priscilla was played by our special guest Catie Osborn! Keep an eye out for Catie’s book The ADHD Field Guide for Adults. You can also catch her live show, Wildly Unprepared, on tour in the U.S. It’s a magic show with no magic in it! Grownups can follow Catie’s work online: https://catieosaurus.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catieosaurus Catie’s new book, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults: https://www.amazon.com/ADHD-Field-Guide-Adults/dp/1668053160/ Catie’s National Tour: https://catieosaurus.com/tour-dates We need your artwork for the next adventure where we’ll meet The Queen of All Black Cats. Draw or paint this magnificent queen and have your parent or guardian send it to TalesFromTheCloudSea@gmail.com. And if you’ve got an idea for where the Skytanic should sail next, leave a message for Cranklin right on our website! TalesFromTheCloudSea.com.

The Cloud Sea's #1 call-in advice show is back to address some listener questions about the history of the Skytanic. This week's episode is brought to you by Ben from New Jersey. Thanks, Ben! Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). 🌍: TalesFromTheCloudSea.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

The only thing cuter than a tiny kitten is … hundreds of angry kittens?…With swords? An urgent mission puts Amelia and Arthur at the heart of an ancient conflict between fluffy warriors and the captains who used to love them. This episode was brought to you by Finn from America. Thanks, Finn! This episode’s artwork is illustrated by Maddie from New York. Thanks, Maddie! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Gerald, and Captain Captain Captain Captain CAPTAIN were played by Travis Sharp. Janice, Dobbins, Priscilla, and Captain Rhonda were played by Amanda Lee Williams. Joe and a Captain were played by Eve Krueger. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Captain Kitten, Captain Jarl, and the 911 dispatcher were played by our special guest, Connor Ratliff. Connor is the co-writer of Disney’s Stitch and the DuckTales Valentine’s Day special comic books from Dynamite Entertainment. Find them at your local comic book shop, or at the links below: https://www.dynamite.com/disney/viewProduct.html?PRO=C72513035647501011 https://www.dynamite.com/disney/viewProduct.html?PRO=C72513036285801011 And Grownups: You can follow Connor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connorratliff/ If you want to illustrate our next adventure, draw a 5-year-old Queen of the Junkyard! Get your parent or guardian’s permission and send it to TalesFromTheCloudSea@gmail.com. We’ll pick the best fit for our upcoming episode art.

The Archipelago of Terror waits for no hero. With Janice away at a tuna convention, the party levels up and recruits a new adventurer. In their quest for the next piece of the weather machine, the team encounters their most challenging foe yet: ridiculous prices at a museum gift shop. Amelia Phantasm the Unicorn Medic was played by Amelia, who was played by Megan Leahy. Lizard Sword the Lizard Peep Messenger was played by Arthur, who was played by Karen Cassady. The CryptMaster was played by Dad, who was played by Travis Sharp. Gweneveth the Giantkin Amazonian Warrior was played by The Mail Lady, who was played by Eve Krueger. This episode’s artwork is illustrated by Travis Sharp. Narration by Amelia Silverman Production, editing and sound design are by Matt Silverman

With illumination in short supply on Starlight Island, the kids enlist Cranklin and some talking squirrels to help heal a centuries-old divide. Thanks to our special guest Jamila Porter for joining this week's adventures. This episode was brought to you by Stella from England. Thanks, Stella! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Chorebot, Captain Squidhand, and Stella were played by Travis Sharp Dobbins, Sammy the Squirrel, Stella, and Sunny were played by Amanda Lee Williams Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Apricot the Squirrel, Stella, and Stella were played by our special guest Jamila Porter! Are you drawing amazing pictures of our adventures on the Cloud Sea? Ask your parent or guardian to send them to TalesFromTheCloudSea@gmail.com. We’d love to feature them on our website and social media! And if you know where the Skytanic should sail next, call Cranklin: 256-834-5394 CLOUD 4 KEY 4 You can also call Cranklin right on our website: TalesFromTheCloudSea.com

Dobbins, Joe, and Cranklin are back with The Cloud Sea's #1 call-in advice show. This week, a down-on-her luck vampire, definitely-not-the-mayor-from-Origami-Island, and Joe's mysterious musical past. Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). 🌍: TalesFromTheCloudSea.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

It's hard to know who to trust on an island made entirely of muffin. But one thing's for sure: It's the person with the deepest voice. With Dobbins away on a side project, it's up to Joe the Chef (and his brother, Moe) to prepare the kids for a delicious new adventure. This episode is brought to you by Maddie from Oregon. Thanks, Maddie! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Muffin Max, and The Gobbling Gobblin were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Moe, Miranda, the muffin monkey, and Dobbins were played by Amanda Lee Williams Joe, Alise, and the Muffin Maze were played by Eve Krueger Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene. Send your fan drawings to TalesFromTheCloudSea@gmail.com Leave a message for Cranklin: 256-834-5394 (CLOUD 4 KEY 4)

Things get spicy when Captain Squidhand sends the kids into the flaming maw of Lava Island. When the Lava Heads refuse to help, perhaps the much smarter (and ruder!) fire goblins will — for a price. This week's episode is brought to you by Arthur from Georgia. Thanks, Arthur! Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (CLOUD-4 KEY-4). Or leave a message on our website: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain “Hot Dog Head” Squidhand, Magmar the Official Greeter, and Sparky were played by Travis Sharp Dobbins, Basalt the Trainee, and Bletherous were played by Amanda Lee Williams Joe, the Fire Fairy and Quickspark were played by me, Eve Krueger Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. This episode's show artwork was created by Shane Hunt. Check out Shane's amazing graphic portraits, creatures and other illustrations at https://www.instagram.com/shanehuntcreative/ Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs. Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene.

A captive aboard The Skytanic becomes an unlikely ally to Amelia and Arthur on their way to Clone Island, a VERY unregulated facility where it's clone babies all the way down. This episode was brought to you by Ellie from Illinois. Thanks, Ellie! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Captain Squidhand, Daniel 1, Daniel 2, Daniel 3, Daniel 5, Daniel 6, Daniel 7, Daniel 2.2, and President Waldo were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Dobbins, the Baby Daniels, Waldo’s Mummy, the vole, and Fluffles were played by Amanda Lee Williams Tobitha and Joe were played by Eve Krueger. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Giblet the Goblin was played by our special quest, Mark Meer, who you may know as Commander Shepherd from the Mass Effect trilogy, Dragon Age, Baldur’s Gate, and many more of your favorite video games! Mark is one of the Dungeon Masters for D&D In a Castle — learn more at DNDInACastle.com. Episode artwork by Travis Sharp. Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs. Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene.

The party takes up sword and horn again in the Archipelago of Terror. They narrowly escape Miss Much Too Tall, only to face their greatest adversary yet: Janice’s tuna chili. Amelia Phantasm the Unicorn Medic was played by Amelia, who was played by Megan Leahy. Lizard Sword the Lizard Peep Messenger was played by Arthur, who was played by Karen Cassady. The CryptMaster was played by Dad, who was played by Travis Sharp. Gweneveth, Yor the Yeti, and Rainbow Teardrops were played by Janice, who was played by Amanda Lee Williams. This episode’s artwork is illustrated by Travis Sharp. Production, editing and sound design are by Matt Silverman.

When things start making sense on Nonsense Island, there are only two kids who can set things wrong again. Megan Leahy as Amelia Karen Cassady as Arthur Travis Sharp as Dad, Captain Squidhand, and Egog Eve Krueger as Joe the Chef and Elderly Anita Production, Editing, Sound Design, and Cranklin by Matt Silverman The Mayor of Nonsense Island was played by our special guest Carly Ciarrocchi! Find Carly on the Disney+ series "Weird But True!" and the "Who, When, Wow!" podcast from Tinkercast. https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-e8a93a1e-7683-4c2e-a8b6-03a4d09d1cc8 https://tinkercast.com/all-podcasts/who-when-wow/ https://www.carlyciarrocchi.com/ This episode was brought to you by Felix from Georgia. Thanks, Felix! Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs. Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene. Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). Or leave a message on our website: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/43FbtLd 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q4q64q Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

Dobbins and Cranklin return for another episode of The Cloud Sea's #1 call-in advice show, featuring the return of a familiar voice, a tooth fairy in trouble, and a busy sheriff who just needs a break. Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). Theme Music by Matt Hobbs: https://www.heymatthobbs.com/ Logo and Character Illustrations by Bob Al-Greene: https://bob-algreene-xa29.squarespace.com/ Production, editing and sound design by Matt Silverman Visit our website to meet the crew, catch up on the latest episodes, and go behind the scenes: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/43FbtLd 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q4q64q Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

A visit from Captain Squidhand's twin brother leads to serious booty envy and a quest to the Lightbulb Forest, where the trees aren't the only thing getting dimmer. This episode was brought to you by Jasper and Frankie from Los Angeles. Thanks, Jasper and Frankie! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Dad, Captain Squidhand, Officer Sabrina, Squiggles and Pocket Squiggle were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Dobbins, Hubbins, and Mama Hubbins were played by Amanda Lee Williams Joe, Squiggles, and the President were played by Eve Krueger Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Captain Gerald Swampy Pants, was played by our special guest Amber Nash! Follow @AmberCNash on Instagram and listen to her Archer re-watch podcast, Rephrasing! https://www.instagram.com/amberCnash https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/rephrasing/ Our theme music is composed by Matt HobbsOur logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene. Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). Or leave a message on our website: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Theme Music by Matt Hobbs: https://www.heymatthobbs.com/ Logo and Character Illustrations by Bob Al-Greene: https://bob-algreene-xa29.squarespace.com/ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/43FbtLd 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q4q64q Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

When Amelia and Arthur meet Janice's musical nephew Josh, they share a secret that changes all their lives forever. This episode is brought to you by Trent from Maryland. Thanks, Trent! Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Captain Squidhand, Cool Kevin, Rex, and Chorebot were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Scruffles, Dobbins, Delilah, Patoodles, and Mitzy were played by Amanda Lee Williams Joe and Mary were played By Eve Krueger Josh and Hot Cevin with a C were played by our special quest, Joshua Quinn. Visit https://www.joshuaquinnvo.com/ if you want to see more of his stuff. Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman , who also played Cranklin the Robot. Where should The Skytanic sail next? ⚓📞 Get your parent or guardian's permission and call: (256)-834-5394 (which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4). Or leave a message on our website: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Theme Music by Matt Hobbs: https://www.heymatthobbs.com/ Logo and Character Illustrations by Bob Al-Greene: https://bob-algreene-xa29.squarespace.com/ Visit our website to meet the crew, catch up on the latest episodes, and go behind the scenes: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: 🍎 https://apple.co/43FbtLd 🟢 https://bit.ly/4q4q64q Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecloudsea

A mysterious box. An ancient curse. WD-40. Dinosaur marshmallows? These are just *some* of the things awaiting Amelia and Arthur when they travel 20 minutes into the past. But will they find a way to go ... back to the future? This episode was brought to you by Margaret from Michigan. Thanks, Margaret! Call Cranklin and let us know where to sail next! (256)-834-5394, which is CLOUD-4 KEY-4. Or visit our website: https://www.talesfromthecloudsea.com/ Amelia was played by Megan Leahy Arthur was played by Karen Cassady Chorebot, Captain Eugene Slappy Squidhand, the T Rex, and Dad and were played by Travis Sharp Janice, Dobbins, The Box., and Delilah were played by Amanda Lee Williams Dr. Captainmom, HELLO., and the Mammoth were played By Eve Krueger Our producer, editor and sound designer is Matt Silverman, who also played Cranklin the Robot. Our theme music is composed by Matt Hobbs Our logo and character design is illustrated by Bob Al-Greene.