Mermaids of Merrow’s Cove is a serialized podcast that tells the story of a strange series of events in the sleepy New England town of Merrow’s Cove.
In October 2017 a woman washed up on the quiet shores of Merrow’s Cove. The locals say she was a mermaid. Reporter Emma Kersey returns to her hometown to investigate the case and uncover secrets and folktales that span hundreds of years.
Mermaids of Merrow’s Cove is written by Ricardo Henriquez. Nominated for 2018 Best Audio Engineering of a New, Dramatic Production-Audio Verse Awards.
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Episode 1: A Sea Creature
Reporter Emma Kersey returns to her hometown to investigate the case of a “mermaid” who washed up on shore.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- Eric Chapelle – Water Theme – Across the Water
- Rudy Adrian – Message of Dolphins – Coastlines
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Rudy Adrian – Disturbed Reflections – Twilight
- Marconi Union – Weightless Part 1 – Weightless (Ambient Transmissions Vol. 2)
Episode 2: Troublemaker
Emma’s investigation makes residents of Merrow’s Cove uncomfortable. Producer John Murphy continues to find interesting connections between Merrow’s Cove and mermaid folktales.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- Timothy Wenzel – Forgiven – Distant Horseman
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- Marconi Union – Weightless Part 1 – Weightless (Ambient Transmissions Vol. 2)
- Eric Chapelle – Water Theme – Across the Water
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Rudy Adrian – Eclipse – Twilight
Episode 3: Daughter of Aglaope
Emma and John are accused of a serious crime. A woman who claims to be a mermaid says she has information that may change the course of their investigation.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- Rudy Adrian – Eclipse – Twilight
- Marconi Union – Weightless Part 1 – Weightless (Ambient Transmissions Vol. 2)
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Rudy Adrian – Message of Dolphins – Coastlines
- Timothy Wenzel – Forgiven – Distant Horseman
- Eric Chapelle – Water Theme – Across the Water
Episode 4: Too Many Coincidences
A big break in the case sheds light on the life of Alice Crocker before Merrow’s Cove. Emma and John make a risky decision with potentially fatal consequences.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- Rudy Adrian – Watery Moon – Twilight
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Timothy Wenzel – Forgiven – Distant Horseman
Episode 5: Alice Crocker
Alice’s past is revealed. Emma and John’s investigation attracts the attention of Boston Police, bringing tensions in town to a breaking point.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- Eric Chapelle – Water Theme – Across the Water
- Rudy Adrian – Disturbed Reflection – Twilight
- Rudy Adrian – Passing Through Familiar Hills – Twilight
Episode 6: Journey’s End
Nadia tells a 200 year-old story of mysticism, fear and mermaids. Emma and John uncover the terrifying truth hidden under the peaceful façade of Merrow’s Cove.
Music in this episode:
- Eric Chapelle – Soft Landing – Across the Water
- Pam Asberry – The Mermaid’s Tears – Seashells in My Pocket
- Timothy Wenzel – Forgiven – Distant Horseman
- AeTopus – Transhumance – Totem Totum
- Rudy Adrian – Eclipse- Twilight
It came out so very well indeed 🙂
Delighted to have been part of this.
For a change, I’m satisfied with one of my performances too 🙂
Simon
I’ve enjoyed the first couple of episodes. Can’t wait to hear where this goes.
This is a very creative and well done podcast. The voice acting is excellent as well as the soundscape. I am sorry that it is only 6 episodes.
Absolutely loved this…can’t wait to hear more!