The Road to Kaeluma
A new fantasy adventure for the whole family—a reimagining of the parable of the prodigal son in an exciting audio drama.
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Join the journey
When the evil Lord Saphorin attacks Clan Pahar, Auric, the chief’s son, and his good pal Vera are the clan’s only hope. Join Auric as he leaves the safety of Pahar to pursue his own adventure, taking matters into his own hands in the process.
What villains and obstacles will he face? Does he find what he hoped for? What does it cost him? Find out in The Road to Kaeluma. Due to perilous situations, kids under the age of eight should listen with their parents.
What is an audio drama?
Voiced by dynamic actors, audio dramas transport listeners into the world of the story and put them in the driver’s seat to visualize every last detail! They’re a screen-free alternative for people who want to experience a good story simply by listening, without the need of a narrator.
Audio dramas encourage children and teens to use their imagination and think creatively. They’re a great way to take in meaningful messages from the Bible and spark spiritual conversations as a family. Each episode features moving music, realistic sound effects, and compelling voice acting.
Beyond the story
Based on the parable of the prodigal son from the Bible, The Road to Kaeluma paves the way for natural, easy conversations about grace and the importance of good relationships with our parents and God, our Heavenly Father.
There’s also bonus content! The Road to Kaeluma includes a companion podcast, downloadable discussion guides and a family devotional from FamilyLife® that parents and kids can use to talk about the themes of the story together.
Listen to a sample episode
The story’s five episodes are roughly 30 minutes long. Listen to this 3-minute clip to get a sense of what the episodes are like.
Check out the full story on your favorite podcast streaming device.
Meet the characters
AURIC DURAN
Auric is the Kosan (chief’s son) of Pahar, one of the prominent clans in the Great Continent. He is smart and ambitious, but sometimes lacks confidence in himself and can second-guess decisions.
VERA ROSSIYA
Vera lives in the village of Pahar. She is inquisitive, brave, seeks adventure, and enjoys the moment. Free-spirited and sarcastic, she loves to tease Auric. She also isn’t afraid to tell him when he’s wrong.
YANNICK DURAN
Yannick is the chief of Clan Pahar. He became chief by defeating a mysterious mountain beast and unlocking the treasures of Mount Galdur, which made the clan rich. Yannick is a good chief, single-minded and firm, and he works hard to do what’s best for the clan.
LORD SAPHORIN
Lord Saphorin comes from across the Mayar Sea, where he has been gathering men to join his conquest through his eloquent speech and promises of wealth. He has ambitions to take control of the Great Continent.
What parents are saying
“Our kids loved the excitement and adventure of Road to Kaeluma. They were captivated by the first episode’s cliffhanger and couldn’t wait to dive into the next chapter. The storytelling sparked their imaginations so much that they’ve already started making fan art. The characters are relatable and easy to connect with, which draws you into the story even more. It’s adventurous, engaging, and keeps young listeners on the edge of their seats—highly recommended for family listening!”
—Joel and Amy
“When we sat down to listen to the first episode of The Road to Kaeluma, our six-year-old son settled into our couch and a smile slowly spread across his face as we listened. Road to Kaeluma is full of wonder, adventure, and lessons of faith that we are more than ready to explore with our children. The story immediately draws you in and we found ourselves not wanting it to end. This will be an incredible resource for our family, allowing us to grow in our faith together.”
— Michael and Bethany
About the creators
Perry Wilson
Along with producing and co-writing The Road to Kaeluma, Perry voices Master Armstrong and Old Man Herman! In his role at Jesus Film Project®, he creates content for podcasts, short films, YouTube and other media platforms that can be heard and viewed globally. He feels called to innovate and create new avenues to reach the world digitally with the gospel.
“Having been transformed in college by Christ, through Cru® (the parent ministry of Jesus Film Project), I feel the immense gift of giving that opportunity to others through the ministry of digital media.”
Perry and his wife Brooke live with their dog Willow in Greenville, South Carolina. Brooke also works at Cru, serving as a writer and editor for FamilyLife.
Landon Hawley
Landon co-wrote and directed The Road to Kaeluma and voiced the characters of Jehu and Elrin, alongside a talented cast and crew. At Jesus Film Project, Landon crafts scripts for short films, mini-series and other types of media that can be used as ministry tools around the world.
“Creative writing has been a hobby of mine for years,” Landon says. “I love a good story, but I am captivated by stories like The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe––stories that communicate truths about Christ and the gospel. That’s why I knew I wanted to team up with Perry to make The Road to Kaeluma, to tell a fantastical story rich with biblical truth that parents and kids can talk about together.”
Landon hails from Everett, Washington, but currently calls Orlando, Florida home.