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September 21, 2011
Bob and Jesse venture into the Odyssey Vault to unearth a slideshow created in 1989 about Adventures in Odyssey. They also watch a fan-created music video of the Communicate rap from “Lights Out at Whit’s End.”
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A Thankstaking Story
September 23, 2011
Thriving Family is back and this time it's with a more recent episode. Last time they brought us a free copy of Mike Makes Right this time they're giving us a free copy of A Thankstaking Story. You can download the episode for yourself here or see a list of all the currently available episodes here. There's also our Audio Player where you can listen to any of the available episodes all in one place.
Mystery of Starlight Island
September 28, 2011
Brock Eastman is asking the fans for help on designing the cover of the 8th book in The Imagination Station Book Series. You can cast your vote here.
Future
September 1, 2011
We have recently cleaned up the Future page, especially in terms of Album 55: The Deep End. It has now been updated with some new information, including an album summary, some episode titles, and some new info about one of the 3 part episodes! Check it out here.
Repack Cover
September 02, 2011
Today we are pleased to present to you the final covers for the upcoming repack of Album 23. The updated version should be available online and in your local Christian book store soon.
Be sure to check back tomorrow for a look at the elusive back cover of Album 54!
Album 54 Back Art and Scholarship contest
September 03, 2011
Today we're pleased to share the back of the upcoming Album 54 with you, the back features Wooton along with the typical summary of what AIO is and what album 54 is all about. You can check out the high-res version by clicking on the preview.
In other news Focus on the Family has launched their new writing scholarship contest. The contest is open to students currently enrolled in a US college, and they want you to try your hand at writing a script for an episode of AIO. The winning script will be produced next summer and will be included in the 2013 season and Album 58. The writer of the script will also get $1000 towards their college education. The deadline is January 15th, 2012, for full contest rules see the offical page
Also be sure to check back tomorrow for a special 3D look at The Blackgaard Chronicles, it's unlike anything we've done before.
Blackgaard case in 3D
September 04, 2011
Today we're pleased to show you the complete case for the upcoming Blackgaard Collection in 3D. If you click on the image below it will change into a 3D mode that you can spin around with your mouse and see how the collection looks. We hope you enjoy it, let us know what you think in the comments.
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Album 2 Retitled
September 06, 2011
It was hinted at back in April, but now FOTF has released the new name that will be accompanying the upcoming repack of Album 2 will be "The Wildest Summer Ever". Be sure to keep checking back to see the final cover when it becomes available.
START_WIDGET"'-8f5ad3921b096957END_WIDGETOfficial Podcast 129
September 07, 2011
In this Odyssey classic, Jimmy Barclay goes on his most incredible adventure ever when meets a gentleman named Mr. Nagle on a World War II bomber. After the show, be sure to listen as Odyssey co-creator Phil Lollar talks about the early days of the show and the story behind Jimmy’s greatest adventure.
Secret of the Prince's Tomb
September 08, 2011
The cover for the next book in the The Imagination Station book series has been released. It's a slight departure from the first 6 books with the blue rays being replaced with green ones, but it's still easily recognizable as being from the same series. Secret of the Prince's Tomb is expected to be available in stores in January 2012.
AIO on Twitter
September 09, 2011
For those of you who are fans of Twitter, you'll be happy to know that the AIO team now has an official Twitter account. The account is run by FOTF Audio Drama Coordinator Evan Reedall and promises "insider peeks at current projects and ideas, and behind the scenes secrets!" to it's followers. You can check out the account at AIO Tweets.
Updates
September 16, 2011
We have a number of smaller updates for you today, here they are in no particular order:
- Album 54 has been spotted in stores by fans be sure to check your local book store if you're looking to pick up a copy. Online orders should be shipping soon.
- Similarly The Blackgaard Chronicles is also now available.
- The October airing schedule is now posted.
- We've learned that there will be a sequel to the Platinum Collection that was released for the 20th Anniversary, it's expected to come out sometime in 2012. We don't know which episodes or even how many will be included but we'll be sure to fill you in on all the details as they become available.
Happy Birthday Official Podcast
September 20, 2011
5 years ago today the AIO team released the very first Official Podcast, it's come a long way adding a co-host, giving away free episodes, pop-upisodes, video podcasts and more. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a special video podcast.