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The Hidden People, episode 1: “Something Happened”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Join us for the first episode of The Hidden People. Meet Mackenna Thorne, her family, and her friends. Explore the mystery of what happened to her parents. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 2: “The Ant Farm”
Written by Cari Zahn
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna avoids her responsibilities to hang out with Nissa and Alfie, and together, they make a mysterious new friend. Thomas and Sam reconnect. Listen closely to spot all the ulterior motives. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 3: “Official Statements”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Sam and her partner Ron bring Mackenna, Thomas, Nissa, and Alfie in for questioning. What they discover points the investigation in new directions. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 4: “A Game of Thornes”
Written by Anna Adami
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Thomas plans their parents’ funeral while Mackenna watches old home movies and wonders if she ever really fit into her family. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 5: “Helvegen”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
On the run, Mackenna encounters a voice from her past. Thomas, Nissa, Alfie, and Sam are determined to find her and the reasons behind her disappearance. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 6: “Sneaky Things”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Nissa and Alfie decide that if the cops can’t solve the murders, they will. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 7: “Deal”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Thomas comes face-to-face with 2 large black dogs, and Mack struggles to deal with her parents’ deaths. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 8: “Double Rainbow”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Thomas struggles through his first birthday without his parents. Strange things continue to happen around Mackenna. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 9: “Schrodinger’s Murderer”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Sam, Ron, Nissa, and Alfie all discover evidence of the killer. The net around Mackenna Thorne begins to close. This is part one of our three-part midseason event. The big revelations are coming soon. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 10: “Bucket List”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Nissa and Alfie close in on evidence. Sam closes in on Mackenna. The killer closes in on Thomas. This is part two of our midseason event. In next episode’s midseason finale, everything will change. Everything. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 11: “Fetch”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Finally, the killer reveals herself. And nothing about Mackenna’s life–or the show–will ever be the same. This story was never really a murder mystery; the first eleven episodes were merely the introduction to a much bigger modern fantasy story.
Crank the volume on this episode, and use your best speakers/headphones. There’s a lot going on with sound effects and music. Transcript.
This is the midseason finale. The show will take a short break, then return for the second half of season one. The rest of the season is filled with magic, monsters, action, and adventure. Stay with us.
The Hidden People, episode 12: “Gestalt Shift”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
As we enter the second half of season one, Shaylee and her assistant finally give Mackenna all the answers. Who is the lookalike? Who are the Hidden People? The fantasy part of this modern fantasy is finally revealed. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 13: “All in Favor?”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Shaylee and Dane train Mackenna to use her powers. Thomas, Nissa, and Alfie look for answers. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 14: “The Morrigna”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
In a hidden cave in England, Mackenna and Shaylee meet the monstrous Black Annis. Nissa and Alfie are given a quest, leading them to an enchanted forest. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 15: “Wayward Journeys”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna, Shaylee, Nissa, and Alfie try to complete their quests. But can they trust the Hidden People who gave them those quests? And how much more danger will she be in when Mackenna discovers who her creator is? Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 16: “Two Roads Diverged”
Written by Cari Zahn
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Thomas finds a way to prove that Mackenna is innocent. Nissa and Alfie come face to face with the Magister in the Unseelie Court. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 17: “Chirality”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
It’s Mackenna’s birthday. And when the Fetch answers Mackenna’s phone, it prompts her to remember her last birthday…in Arcadia. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 18: “Share a Whisper”
Written by Daniel Scott Bokemper
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
In order to find a way into Arcadia to save Nissa and Alfie, Mackenna and Shaylee need to return to Black Annis. Their second visit is far more dangerous than the first. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 19: “The Scorpion and the Frog”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg and Alexa Fett Fisher and Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna confronts the Magister. Ron makes a breakthrough in the murder case. Liliana seeks to prepare Mackenna for the coming battle. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 20: “Blood on My Hands”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The gang works to free Mackenna. Shaylee’s past is revealed. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 21: “Dreams are Fragile Things”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Shaylee bond. The others are determined to help them. The final battle looms. Transcript.
The Hidden People, episode 22: “The Only Good Thing”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
In the season finale, Mackenna and the other finally finish things. Many questions are answered. A new chapter begins. The Hidden People will return for a full 22-episode second season. Transcript.
The Hidden People, Season 1 recap
Get a refresher on key moments from Season 1 of The Hidden People before jumping into Season 2!.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 1: “Initiative”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The Hidden People returns for season 2. Who survived the collapse of the tower? And who might be found in the rubble? Those left standing embark on a magical quest to save the life of a friend.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 2: “In-Between”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Where are Mackenna and Nissa? Why haven’t they returned or gotten word to the others? Find out, and learn the fallout from Mackenna’s newfound powers.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 3: “Fairest of Them All”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Nissa struggle to survive in the In-Between. The others visit an unlikely ally to find their lost friends.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 4: “Downward Spiral”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Our heroes set out to recover the halves of the Arm Ring of Frigg, though each face significant obstacles. Getting home may bring about its own complications.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 5: “Autoscopy”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Creating a magical bridge between worlds has unintended consequences. With their minds and bodies scrambled, the gang must maintain appearances as they figure out a way to solve their predicament.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 6: “Offending Shadows”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
If Mackenna can survive being face-to-face with the Unseelie Court and a famous Old One, she might just find a way to restore everyone.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 7: “Needy Things”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Tracking the monster might not be difficult given its wake of destruction, but what will they do when they catch up to it?
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 8: “Cyg X-1”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
While Mackenna and the others research the monster to find out what they’re dealing with, Alder Niamh takes advantage of Shaylee’s contract.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 9: “Esurience”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Desperate to stop Cygnus and hopefully save their friend, Mackenna and the others work on a plan. Meanwhile, Mackenna and Shaylee must work to get past the awkward distrust in their relationship.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 10: “In Cygnus and in Health”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Trapping Cygnus was only the first step in saving their friend. The hard part is what happens next. And there’s a rule about a monster in a cage…
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 11: “Body Building”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Cygnus come to blows. Can she stop the monster and save her friend?
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 12: “Asymmetry”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Weeks after the battle with Cygnus, Thomas checks in on his sister, who has been dealing with issues of her own.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 13: “The New Blood”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Weeks after Cygnus, everyone tries to get back to normal. Shaylee is on assignment, and Mackenna tags along. Nissa and Alfie visit Sif. Sam and Thomas try to pick up the pieces.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 14: “Pedagogy”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Alder Niamh escalates Riley’s training, putting Mackenna and Shaylee in a dangerous position. Alfie asks Thomas for advice. Nissa helps Sam to cope with the past.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 15: “Ultimatum”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Shaylee receives increasingly tedious assignments from Alder Niamh as Mackenna looks for a way to free her from her contract. Alfie meets someone special. Sam searches for a way to honor Ron’s memory.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 16: “Date and Switch”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Each couple goes on dates, but they bring their emotional baggage with them…including Shaylee’s horrifying orders from the Court.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 17: “The Ship of Theseus”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna desperately tries to undo the most recent tragedy in her life. Shaylee finds herself in an unexpected place with unexpected visitors.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 18: “Resonance”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
After an emotional rollercoaster, Mackenna tries to get some sleep. Her dreams, however, have other plans.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 19: “What You Sow”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
With her newfound resolve, Mackenna leads her allies to develop a plan to strike back at the Hidden–a plan that will lead them to the greatest battle they have ever faced.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 20: “The Reaping”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and her friends take the fight to the Hidden People in a desperate attempt to prevent the Reaping so that thirty more babies do not become fetches.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 21: “The Stone of the Sun”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
In an effort to defeat the Unseelie Court for good, Mackenna and her friends remember the powerful weapon that Cygnus desired and go after it for themselves.
The Hidden People, season 2, episode 22: “The Demon Core”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The Storyteller finishes his tale, and Mackenna goes on trial. This is the season two finale of The Hidden People. We are hard at work on season three, which will deliver another twenty-two episodes when we return after a break.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 1: “The First Domino”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The Storyteller may have finished his tale, but a new story is about to begin. How can Mackenna fight back against the divine itself? What unexpected allies will come to her aid? Join us as season three begins. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 2: “Court of Cards”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Reeling from her encounter with an unstoppable foe, Mackenna doesn’t know what to do next. As her team argues and fractures, her foe begins to build his own team. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 3: “Intercepted Transmissions”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Following the lead they got from Sam, Mackenna and the others track a mysterious fetch locked inside a mental institution. How does she know the phrase known only to the Old Ones? So spake Wodan. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 4: “Gone Phishing”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Megan Burnside
Mackenna and Shaylee follow the clues to look for the Anthropophagi. Meanwhile, Nissa comes under digital attack and enlists the aid of the others in order to turn the tables on her mysterious foe. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 5: “Stake-Alf”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Jordan Lopez
Alfie records as he and the others stake out an office building operated by the Intended. They need info on the cult, but they might get more answers than they wanted. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 6: “Two Truths and a Lie”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Alfie’s father wants him to meet some very important people. After the group hatches a plan to get intel on their enemies, Mackenna fears for Alfie’s safety. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 7: “Zuzu’s Petals”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Separated from their friends while they try to stop the plot at Stonehenge, Alfie and Thomas need to find their own way home. But things are looking a little different. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 8: “It’s a Wonderful Lie”
Written by Stephen Kallenberg
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Alfie and Thomas continue to explore their strange, new world and need the aid of some familiar people to try and get back home. But if they manage to go back, what will be lost in the process? Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 9: “Without a Prayer”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
As her enemies grow their ranks, Mackenna decides whether or not to help Alfie’s family break free of the cult. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 10: “Do Not Go Gentle”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
While they fight on opposing sides, both Mackenna and Black Annis feel as if their actions have no meaning. Both seek to reclaim their agency. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 11: “The Well of Wisdom”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna and her allies figure out why their enemies are always one step ahead of them. They devise a plan to dig for information in a place to which Mackenna and Shaylee never wanted to return. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 12: “The One with the Fetch”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
A woman adjusting to life outside of Arcadia (and prison) navigates job interviews and saving the world. Her kooky band of buddies tags along for the ride. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 13: “Anniversary”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Alfie embarks on the quest he received at the Well. Nissa ponders what future she has left. Mackenna remembers what day it is. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 14: “The Ties that Bind”
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Worried that the end is near, Nissa has something she needs to do. Mackenna and Shaylee seek justice for Morgan’s attack. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 15: “Fata Morgana”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Jordan Lopez
This week on What the Folklore, Vic and Mike travel all the way to Ireland in search of the March Madness attacker, who might just be a banshee! You won’t believe what they find! Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 16: “A Piece of Fate”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Mackenna tries to recover from an encounter with Morgan. Robin sets his master’s plan into motion. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 17: “For He’s a Jolly…”
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
It’s just business as usual for Robin Goodfellow. Mackenna and her friends, though, have other plans for him. Unfortunately for everyone involved on both sides, not all plans work as they’re intended. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 18: “Never Let Me Down”
Written by Megan Burnside
Directed by Megan Burnside
What to do with a now helpless and caged enemy? The others can argue and debate all they want. Alfie is going to make this decision on his own. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 19: “Ms. Robot“
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
The secret to defeating their foe is known only to one person, but it’s been walled off, and freeing it could destroy her. Time to reassemble the Dungeons and Dragons squad. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 20: “I Name Thee“
Written by Alexa Fett Fisher
Directed by Jordan Lopez
Beyond the walls, Nissa searches through Liliana’s memories for the secret of how to defeat a god. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 21: “Cut the Cord“
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
Armed with the secrets Nissa learned, Mackenna seeks out her true name while her enemies begin the endgame. Transcript.
The Hidden People, season 3, episode 22: “Destiny Made Manifest“
Written by Chris Burnside
Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside
hree seasons of story have led to this. Mackenna and her friends face their foes head-on to try and prevent the Wild Hunt.
This is the season three finale of The Hidden People. Dayton Writers Movement will release Think Fast, the next show in an ongoing saga, this summer; fans of The Hidden People will want to listen to this and future shows. Trust us. The Hidden People will be back for another season, and you’ll be missing out if you’re not caught up on everything. Transcript.
The Hidden People will be taking a very short break over the holidays and will resume in January.
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