Joseph Fink on the storytelling roots of his audio fiction empire

Fink’s career spans a diverse library of audio dramas and prose. Beyond the enduring reach of Night Vale, he has explored trauma and cosmic horror in Unlicensed and the Alice Isn’t Dead series, which recently expanded with the sequel Don’t Tell Alice. His literary work, including the novel The Halloween Moon and the upcoming September 1st release The Nudge, further cements his focus on atmospheric, character-driven tension. The latter features illustrations by Jessica Hayworth, a frequent collaborator known for her visual contributions to the Night Vale universe.

His creative habits remain as idiosyncratic as his scripts. Fink remains tethered to the Android ecosystem solely for Podcast Addict, an app developed by a solo programmer that he deems superior to all alternatives. His approach to digital spaces is equally selective; he favors Bluesky, specifically appreciating its relative obscurity. For Fink, the ideal social media experience is one where he can post without the weight of an audience, a stark contrast to the massive, dedicated listenership he has cultivated through his fiction.