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Jar of Rebuke

A queer Midwestern gothic mystery.

#2 – Snipe Hunt

The yearly snipe hunt charity tournament to support the local school has come around and this year, Jared takes part. But, Jared runs into more than he bargained for while on the hunt.

CW: this episode contains themes of fantasy violence, death, audio distortion 

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#3 – Cherry Tobacco

Dr. Jared Hel finally gets a little time away from home, staying for a short while at the Chronicle Inn Bed & Breakfast in Wichton. But, he doesn't remain too hopeful for a peaceful night's rest once he learns the room that he's been placed in is haunted by a mysterious spirit known as The Blue Lady. 

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#4 – Green Claw

After a lovely fall afternoon by the river with Darius, a sudden turn of events leads to Jared being neck-deep in trouble and even deeper within the frigid waters, face-to-face with the monster rumored to lurk in the depths.

CW: this episode contains themes of drowning, freezing, fantasy violence, death, audio

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Jar of Rebuke Trailer

Official trailer for Jar of Rebuke

The official trailer for "Jar of Rebuke", a queer-heavy midwestern gothic horror comedy audio drama. New episodes every 7th and 21st, follow along Dr. Jared Hel's audio journal as he tries to remember his forgotten past. Listen to him recount his run-ins with the various supernatural creatures within the small farm town of Wichton as well as his

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#5 – Perfect Attendance

After a call from his boss, Dr. Todd Carmen, Jared goes to investigate a haunting at the local school. He's shown around by the school principal, Anika Ralsh, and hears various stories about the former teacher who has stayed behind. While investigating, the experience stirs up emotions linked to Jared's forgotten memories. 

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#6 – PTO

Jared finally gets the paid time off that he'd wanted, but he also ends up with a visitor. But maybe this visitor is just a good boy who wants head scritches? Though certainly not a lap-dog...

CW: this episode contains dog barking & snarling, themes of fantasy violence, death

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#7 – Shifts

Another day at The Enclosure, another journal entry. This one takes a peak into a shift, a recording on-the-clock. This one also shows shifts in tides, and how things are changing.

CW: this episode contains themes of death, supernatural violence, psychiatric malpractice, ableism, and bodily pain (Fibromialgia & migraines) 

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#8 – Black Ice

After exploring the snowy woods and investigating claims of mysterious Melon Heads, Jared records during their drive home from work... and receives an off-putting phone call that spirals them into other anxieties and frustrations.

CW: this episode contains themes of fantasy violence, abuse, scientific experimentation

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#9 – Tapping

CW: this episode contains themes of severe anxiety, audio distortion, psychiatric malpractice, and over-stimulation.

Restless and unable to sleep, Jared tunes in to his audio journal early in the morning to get some things off his chest. 

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#10 – Observations A

After they receive a voicemail from Darius, Jared begins to confront feelings and concerns regarding those within their life... but, there's realizations outside of personal feelings that are made. He isn't alone.

Official Transcript Available Here! 

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