Navigating the Nightmare Labyrinth
There is certainly a case to be made for listening to every episode of The Magnus Archives, right from the start. Ultimately, every episode is woven into a larger narrative. But that’s a big commitment to make to see if you’ll like this podcast you’ve presumably recently discovered.
As a result, I’ve donned my protective talismans, fortified my mind against cosmic horror, and risked life, limb, and sanity to compile this definitive list of must-listen episodes from the show that makes filing paperwork seem like the most terrifying job on Earth.
Whether you’re a seasoned Archive assistant who knows your Buried from your Vast, or a trembling newbie who’s never encountered an entity that feeds on your specific flavor of fear, this carefully curated collection of the top episodes of The Magnus Archives will guide you through the best statements that Jonathan Sims has ever reluctantly recorded. Just remember to keep the lights on, avoid suspicious doors that weren’t there before, and whatever you do, don’t read anything aloud unless you’re prepared for the consequences.
MAG 142 – Scrutiny
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Testimony from an unidentified witness about an interaction with The Archivist.
MAG 48 Lost in The Crowd
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Testimony of Andrea Nunis concerning a series of incidents on the streets of Genoa, Italy. Initial statement recorded on March 25, 2010.
MAG 60 Observer Effect
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Testimony of Rosa Meyer regarding an ongoing sensation of being observed. Initial statement recorded on July 12, 1972.
MAG 111 – Family Business
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The following is Gerard Keay’s account, given after his death, concerning the passing of his mother, Mary Keay. This statement was recorded on June 30th, 2017.
MAG 80 – The Librarian
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The following is Jurgen Leitner’s account of his existence and body of work. Documented in his own words on February 16, 2017.
MAG 49 The Butcher’s Window
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The following is Gregory Pryor’s report on his investigative work related to Hector Lerado during the summer of 2007.
MAG 101 – Another Twist
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The following statement was provided by Michael, and the date is not recorded.
MAG 73 – Police Lights
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Did you indicate that the whole thing began with someone being taken?
MAG 47 The New Door
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Helen Richardson’s testimony, regarding a newly fitted door at her for sale residence, was captured directly from her on October 2nd, 2016.
MAG 18 The Man Upstairs
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Christof Rudenko’s testimony, regarding his communications with a resident of the first level of Welbeck House, Wandsworth, is presented here.
MAG 83 – Drawing a Blank
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The following is Chloe Ashburt’s declaration, about a recently installed window arrangement at Fanton’s department store in Hammersmith. The original testimony was given on October 19, 2013.
MAG 182 – Wellbeing
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Observations regarding restoration. Documented by the Archivist in Situ.
MAG 15 – Lost John’s Cave
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Laura Popham’s testimony, regarding her time spent investigating the Three Counties System of caves with her sister Aleana Sanderson, is presented here.
MAG 116 – The Show Must Go On
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Regarding the Abraham Janssen incident at the Court Theatre Buda in October 1787: the incident was initially documented in a journal entry from November 2nd of that year. That record was then transferred to audio on October 4th, 2013
MAG 55 – Pest Control
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A record of Jordan Kennedy’s statement, describing his various encounters during his time working in pest control.
MAG 34 Anatomy Class
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The following is Dr. Lionel Elliott’s declaration, concerning the chain of events that unfolded within his Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology class at Kings College, London.
MAG 77 – The Kind Mother
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Lucy Cooper’s testimony, regarding an occurrence in Draycott, Somerset, during August 1994, is presented here. The victim was identified as Rose Cooper. The statement was given on September 15th, 1994, and Gertrude Robinson recorded it to tape on November 4th, 1996.
MAG 30 Killing Floor
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The following is David Laylow’s testimony concerning his period of employment at a large-scale meat processing facility close to Dalston.
MAG 100 – I Guess You Had To Be There
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Various oral testimonies. No additional information provided.
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