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"Everly Heights Tales" Preview - A New Audio Drama from Bill Meeks, creator of the thing you're subscribed to

Universe Box — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:48:18 +0000

A sneak peek at an upcoming episode of the new audio drama anthology from Bill Meeks.

Meet the Special family, a theater-loving, stoner couple and their three very different kids. It’s 1994, and Michael and Jennifer Special are just trying to help fund in the arts in their community, but their son Ricky is on the run from a school bully, and their daughter Zara is betting everything on a plan to start the school year as a popular girl. With a mix of '90s nostalgia, sitcom homages, and a healthy dose of humor, "Welcome, Freshmen" will teach you the joys of scented oxygen, the perils of Crystal Pepsi, and why you should never trust a math teacher to do "creative accounting" for the arts. Equal parts funny, smart, and a little messed up, just like Everly Heights itself.

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CAST LIST

Bill Meeks - Ricky Special/Infomercial Announcer/Mr. Matheson
Sean Seigler - Michael Special
Kristyna Zahrek - Abby Special
Laurin Skarr - Zara Special
Kaushal Patel - Phillip "Sinnimon Slush" Simonson
Helena Geraci - Jennifer Special
Dallis MaxKenzie - Beatrix Knapp
Mandy McCullough - Rebbeca/Veronica
Howard F. Hulin - Ron Linus/Mayor Brown
Richard Reynolds - Jock, Oxygen Bar Attendant
Claire Forbes - Brenda, Beach Babe, Carrie Tart
Dan Pavatich - Nosloo the Great
Sean Weiland - Jerome Bentley, Surfer Dude

"How Can You Be Sure?" and "Zara Special's Mini-Musical Suite" performed by Classic Tragic Hero, written by Bill Meeks

LINKS

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(S02E02) “We Are Both” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 03:47:00 +0000

(S02E02) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “We Are Both”. We cross the town line, offer to teach Regina magic, and give a stirring speech from the bed of our truck. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

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(S02E01) “Broken” Commentary

Universe Box — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 04:24:00 +0000

(S02E01) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “Broken”. We get a very familiar postcard, bring magic to Storybrooke, and make out with a Sleeping Beauty. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

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(S01E21) “An Apple Red as Blood” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 03:05:00 +0000

(S01E21) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “An Apple Red as Blood”. We reach back in time through Jefferson’s hat, storm the castle, and poison Henry with the Snow White apple. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

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(S01E20) “The Stranger” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 00:50:00 +0000

(S01E20) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “The Stranger”. We shove our kid in a cabinet, lost against a whale, and use the last magic tree in Misthaven. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

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(S01E16) “Heart of Darkness” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 03:05:00 +0000

(S01E16) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “Heart of Darkness”. We smack some birds around, remember our past lives, and break out some puppets. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

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(S01E15) “Red-Handed” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 02:13:00 +0000

(S01E15) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “Red-Handed”. We eat our boyfriends, create Snow-Red, and show off our wicked scar. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

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(S01E13) “What Happened to Frederick?” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 02:13:00 +0000

(S01E13) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “What Happened to Frederick”. We get that Midas touch, reunite two lovers, and find a date at the elementary school. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

E-mail: greetingsfromstorybrooke@gmail.com

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(S01E11) “Fruit of the Poisonous Tree” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 02:13:00 +0000

(S01E11) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “Fruit of the Poisonous Tree”. We rub a lamp, frame a genie, and kill a king. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

E-mail: greetingsfromstorybrooke@gmail.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/GFStorybrooke

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(S01E10) “7:15 AM” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 02:16:00 +0000

(S01E10) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “7:15 AM”. We stalk each other at Granny’s, kill Stealthy, and drink anti-love juice. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

(S01E06) “The Shepherd” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 02:16:00 +0000

(S01E06) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “The Shepherd”. We discover lost twins, court married men, and marry somebody we don’t love for political purposes. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

The Trials of King Sparrow by Bill Meeks

(S01E14) “Dreamy” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 22:22:00 +0000

(S01E03) – Bill, Anne Marie, and special guest Rebecca Johnson (formerly of Operation Cobra Podcast) sit down to watch the classic episode “Dreamy”. We kill time hatching eggs, plots, and fairy dust. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Show Notes

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(S01E05) “That Still Small Voice” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 03:32:00 +0000

(S01E05) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “That Still Small Voice”. We kill time comparing toys, shops, and emotional baggage. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

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(S01E04) “The Price of Gold” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 14:00:00 +0000

(S01E03) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “The Price of Gold”. We kill time comparing ships, shops, and Rumple glitter. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This picture is a Dark One.

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This Week’s Audible Recommendations:
The Cat in the Hat and other favorites Written by Dr. Seuss Narrated by: Kelsey Grammer, John Cleese, and Billy Crystal

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(S01E03) “Snow Falls” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 14:20:00 +0000

(S01E03) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the classic episode “Snow Falls”. We kill time comparing ships, shops, and out the author as Mr. Dob Unknown. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

Her horse is amazing

Show Notes

Our New Tumblr!

Our New PO Box where you can send in stuff to help us decorate our studio:

Greetings From Storybrooke
PO Box 2641
Acworth, GA 30102

Buy DOGBOY: EYE OF THE SCARAB EPISODE ONE here.

Dogboy: Eye of the Scarab by Bill Meeks

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:
The Cat in the Hat and other favorites Written by Dr. Seuss Narrated by: Kelsey Grammer, John Cleese, and Billy Crystal

(S02E19) “Lacey” Commentary

Universe Box — Thu, 25 Dec 2014 13:13:00 +0000

(S02E19) – It’s a Christmas miracle! Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch the listner choice “Lacey”. We kill time comparing ships, shops, and cleavage. We also point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

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(S02E06) “Tallahassee” Commentary

Universe Box — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 06:20:00 +0000

(S02E06) – It’s a Thanksgiving miracle! Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch their most hated episode. Will our Haterade transform into magic juice? Listen and find out! We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

#HookBone

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E22) “A Land Without Magic” Commentary

Universe Box — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 15:22:00 +0000

(S01E22) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down to watch Maleficent’s defeat. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Is this season over yet?

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E02) “The Thing You Love Most” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 14 Sep 2014 13:17:00 +0000

(S01E02) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the first appearance of Maleficent. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Moments before the unicorn died.

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E18) “The Stable Boy” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 07 Sep 2014 13:17:00 +0000

(S01E18) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that turned Regina into The Evil Queen. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

I don’t like it very much when you’re happy and loved.

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E07) “The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 13:17:00 +0000

(S01E07) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that sealed the fate of Sheriff Graham. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed (we also become self-appointed Storybrooke fashion police). It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

You’d think with the whole wolf thing they’d talk more…

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

The awesome card @Anne_Anli sent us

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E12) “Skin Deep” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 24 Aug 2014 18:34:00 +0000

(S01E12) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that introduced us to the love of Rumple’s life (if you don’t count his wife, which you shouldn’t). We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

“You’re sure it’s cool? I mean, you *did* say it’s just a cup.”

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

Donate towards breast cancer research in honor of Rebecca’s birthday here.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E17) “Hat Trick” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:17:00 +0000

(S01E17) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that introduced us to Wonderland and Jefferson’s magic hat. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Dude… What’s up with the floating islands?

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

Donate towards breast cancer research in honor of Rebecca’s birthday here.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E09) “True North” Commentary

Universe Box — Sun, 10 Aug 2014 13:17:00 +0000

(S01E09) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that taught us not to eat stranger’s houses. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

Silly witch… that’s isn’t a little boy

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

Donate towards breast cancer research in honor of Rebecca’s birthday here.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E19) “The Return” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 00:14:00 +0000

(S01E19) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that sent Baelfire to the real world and launched 1,000 ships! We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

The Bae that launched 1,000 ships

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E08) “Desperate Souls” Commentary

Universe Box — Mon, 21 Jul 2014 02:03:00 +0000

(S01E08) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the episode that tells us how Rumple became the Dark One. We point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

It’s cool with you if I become a bad guy, right?

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

This Week’s Audible Recommendations:

The Husband’s Secret Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Caroline Lee

Dogboy: Den of Thieves written by Bill Meeks Narrated by: Nathan Beatty

(S01E01) “Pilot” Commentary

Universe Box — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 02:38:00 +0000

Note: You will need a copy of the episode (DVD, iTunes, Netflix) to play along with this episode. We provide sync instructions before we start.

(S01E01) – Bill and Anne Marie sit down and rewatch the “fabled” pilot episode of Once Upon A Time and generally point out things that make sense now while making fun of the stuff that has changed. It’s just like sitting down and watching the episode with us!

I’ll get out of here… then you’ll see!

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