45 Best Underrated Audio Drama Podcasts

1. Vintage Drama Radio

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https://www.solgoodmedia.com Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free! 'Vintage Drama Radio' brings the charm and sophistication of past dramas to today's audience. Enjoy the captivating plots and complex characters that echo the bygone days of radio drama.MORE Producer/Network solgoodmedia.com
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2. Elegant Sea Urchin

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An eldritch audio drama about a world removed from our own.Faebl Nox casts about her life and close relations, close calls with horrors and the fractured magenta dimensions, and general events and creatures around the Tangerine Speck.MORE Producer/Network Swooncraft
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Apple Reviews 1Twitter 368 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

3. The Seventh Valkyrie

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A world beyond saving, and the heroes who'll save it anyway. Welcome to the epic fantasy audio drama adventure, and welcome to The Seventh Valkyrie!
Producer/Network Colin Sharpe
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4. The Lumberjack Podcast

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The mystery and adventures of a great Canadian hero
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Avg Length 8 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

5. What

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An audio drama? comedy? Musical? From Creator James Lott Jr and starring James Lott Jr with others.
Producer/Network JLJ Media
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Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

6. A Woman is a God

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A Woman is a God is a narrated audio novel from Amy Lee Lillard and Rebel Yell Creative. All episodes available July 9!When Shannon and her queer chosen family turned seventy, they created a communal home, a place for them to live out their days together. But as years pass, and death takes her friends, Shannon becomes the last.Until one day, when her dead friends return. And Shannon discovers how powerful she has become...MORE Estimated listeners
Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. King Horatio

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King Horatio; the King of Meeyarsia, does what all true Kings should! At the first sign of danger, he...! ...Runs and hides behind his loyal subjects. But not in a cowardly way! In the most manly way possible, of course!Follow him, his Squire and his knights as they struggle to keep the tiny kingdom of Meeyarsia relevant and protected from threats such as; attacks from other kingdoms, alliances, clumsiness and even... Magic!Starring The Voice Talents Of:Wyatt Bowden As King HoratioMike Roberts As Squire BartholomewMORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. The Temple of the Killer Tiger Monkeys

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Serialised audio drama podcast telling the story of demons who have escaped from Hell and the ancient Chinese warrior temple who must force them back.
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Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. How Much in Bison Dollars?

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Welcome, comrades! How Much in Bison Dollars is an audio drama about the might and influence of Shadaloo and the Bison dollar, the rise of a local Shadaloo City fighting game community, and day-to-day life for regular people in a fighting game universe. It's hosted by Red McCano, senior executive vice senior president of Shadaloo's Department of Treasury, and Melody Sinclair, local Opossum City radio DJ. How Much in Bison Dollars airs live on FGC Radio from Opossum City, USA. Gloria ad pax Bisonica.MORE Producer/Network How Much in Bison Dollars?
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Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. Dungeons & Damsels

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Dungeons & Damsels is a medieval fantasy sword and sorcery audio drama series by Unchained Productions. Episodes are stand-alone short stories of different characters throughout the same fantasy world.MORE Hosts Dani Baldwin, Jack Harvison, Grace Madland, Karyn O’Bryant, Daniel Rhovan, Erin Suminsby, John Campbell, Pete Lutz, Pat Lanigan, Christopher Keown, David Ian
Producer/Network Unchained Productions
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11. Channel 15 Radio dot com

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Welcome to Channel 15 Radio dot com. Old time radio drama for a new era. Our  feature audio drama is THE AMBASSADOR, a fun, family-friendly, sci-fi, martial arts adventure. The Ambassador is a highly respected older woman, not another Captain or Lost Renegade. She is not a broken relic looking for redemption. She's good at what she does. Very good. She is slightly snarky, really likes coffee, is an adept in the martial arts, speaks multiple languages, and keeps lots of secrets. She's still got game but she's not a 'young vixen' any more. She'd like to retire. She can't...MORE Producer/Network Multiple Artists
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12. Tales of the Night Sky

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Original audio drama with spectacular soundscapes, based on the Greco-Roman myths behind the constellations. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob, these moving and sometimes humorous tales, brim with tragedy, injustice, and violence.MORE Producer/Network Bibi Jacob, Geoff Chong
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13. Edge of the Federation (A Star Trek Fan Production Audio Drama)

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Join the crew of the starship USS Iona for a new five-year mission on the fringes of known space. Set in the uncertain era after the V'Ger incident, Star Trek: Edge of the Federation is an audio drama that explores ancient mysteries and tests the limits of what it means to be Starfleet.Disclaimer: This is a non-profit fan production. Star Trek and all related marks, logos, and characters are solely owned by CBS and Paramount Global. This audio drama is not endorsed, sponsored, or affiliated with them in any way.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Promises and Poison

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Promises and Poison is a slow-burn, first-person audio drama that follows Celia Monroe as her whirlwind engagement begins to unravel , revealing lies, obsession, and a love story that was never what it seemed.Told in raw, intimate narration, this serialized soap opera explores the thin line between devotion and deception, and the haunting realization that sometimes, the real danger isn't who you're sleeping beside…It's who you become to stay.Not all fairytales end in kisses.Some end in ruin.MORE Estimated listeners
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15. Mysteries of the Bitcoin Citadel

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When Lauren and Ellie inherit their late uncle's cabin, they uncover more than family secrets. Discovering a hidden world built on buried clues, Bitcoin, and a mystery decades in the making. From Paper Street Studios, this serialized audio drama explores freedom, legacy, and the hidden forces shaping our digital future one encrypted clue at a time. Support the show [₿]: ****@walletofsatoshi.com | bc1qy8vrvyjnwznxzkfx37asfsaejqz5l2e5sc2jkqMORE Estimated listeners
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16. Beneath the Silent Stars

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When Julia discovers a box of cryptic letters from her late father, her fascination with UFOs and mysteries turns into a quest for answers. The letters reveal chilling secrets about alien abductions, conspiracies, and a truth that could change everything. As she dives deeper, Julia uncovers a web of intrigue that blurs the line between reality and the unknown.Beneath the Silent Stars is a gripping audio drama for fans of mysteries, conspiracies, and the unexplained.MORE Producer/Network Julia
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17. Port Galia

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Port Galia is a new audio drama series from Manna Family, follow the lives of the local residents as they tackle the many twists and turns of life as a small fishing community.
Producer/Network Audio Theatre
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18. Fiction Podcast Weekly: Audio Drama News

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Creators and audiences of audio drama and fiction podcasts will find resources and news to help them thrive and share great stories. Companion show of the Fiction Podcast Weekly newsletter, subscribe at https://www.thepodcasthost.com/fictionpodcastweeklyMORE Email ****@thepodcasthost.com
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19. The Terra Alpha Audio Drama

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When Earth begins to crumble under the weight of overpopulation and environmental collapse, the ARC Project launches humanity's boldest mission: to find a new home among the stars.
Producer/Network Locke & Key Studios
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20. The Ravenglass Throne: Epic Fantasy Podcast | Royal Sisters, Wyvern Riders & Ancient Magic

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A high fantasy audio drama where three princesses battle conspiracy, failing magic, and court intrigue to save their kingdomThe Ravenglass Throne transports listeners into a world where magic is failing and loyalty has a price. After the king's assassination leaves no named heir, the royal sisters—warrior Irmin, scholar Adelinde, and diplomat Elana—must uncover a centuries-old conspiracy threatening their kingdom and the magical bond between wyverns and their riders.Subscribe now to join the battle for the Ravenglass Throne. New episodes released monthly.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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21. Opinions May Vary

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OMV podcast is currently producing 'The StarWell Foundation' a comicbook audio drama. Jayare and Alex had a great 10 years entertaining you with intriguing guests and interesting anecdotes and all 450 episodes are still here!MORE Producer/Network Jayare and Alex
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22. Muein Mystery School Adventures

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Muein Mystery School Adventures is a one-of-a-kind audio experience that blends mystery, adventure, and deep spiritual wisdom into a compelling journey. Following the path of seekers who enter the enigmatic Muein Mystery School, the series unravels ancient teachings, esoteric lessons, and personal transformations — all wrapped in immersive storytelling...MORE Host Jeffrey Marks
Producer/Network Jeffrey Marks
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23. UNIT The Remnants

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A team of disgraced UNIT soldiers must step up to defend the UK when an alien invasion occurs and the Doctor isn't there to save the dayA fan-made audio-drama from students at the University of CambridgeNot affiliated with BBC Doctor WhoMORE Producer/Network Unit Remnants
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24. Haunted Melodies

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Haunted Melodies is an audio drama anthology that weaves spine-chilling stories with original musical theatre. Each episode delivers haunting tales and mesmerizing songs and melodies, creating a unique and immersive listening experience. MORE Estimated listeners
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25. The Rats Under Eden: An Audio Drama Musical

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A musical podcast series. In this dystopian sci-fi thriller, follow The Young Nun, The Guardian, and The Five Martyrs as they challenge the oppressive regime of Eden City.Cast:Joy Heino: AmorousTed Graeter: Guardian 57Alexis Weinstein: Mother NadiaKimberly Estenson: PrudenceDashawn Glover: Pope Rashad IVDavid Park: Stephen and Mine BossJocelyn Lauracuente: Amara and the NunsThe Mayor: Sargent 'Big Bob' Deed, Guardian 23MORE Producer/Network The Mayor of Eden City
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26. Waiting in the Silence: The Audio Drama

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The audio drama adaptation of the 2012 novel 'Waiting in the Silence' by Rosalyn Berne.On the island of Nantucket a woman named Oriana disconnects herself from the ubiquitous, conscious AI known as 'VISHNEW.' To protect her unborn child from a court-mandated in utero connection of the fetus to VISHNEW, Oriana attempts to hide. But VISHNEW's gaze is everywhere so her flight to freedom is dubious. An eerily prescient, post-apocalyptic tale about AI in a world ravaged by climate change, where a woman's fertility becomes a currency.MORE Email ****@virginia.edu
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27. TT Productions23

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TT Productions23 is an audio drama company specializing in creating Doctor Who content and beyond so join us within one of our full cast audio dramas as we bring adventure to audio!
Producer/Network TT Productions
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28. The Divine Audio Drama

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Fantasy D&D Audio Drama Series - Created by Kenneth Tam and Greg TamzrianA century after the world was conquered by the Undying King, the denizens believes that the gods have abandoned them. With their absence, arcane power has been left to be controlled by the Imperials. Individuals gifted to wield magic are persecuted and cursed to bear the label, 'Godless' . Based on a home campaign, join this group of adventurers as they struggle to escape the Imperial Army's clutches.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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29. And There Was Us

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And There Was Us is an Afro-themed audio drama series that follows the lives of two best friends, Yale and Suni, as they navigate the twists and turns of love, family, and friendship. Set from Yale's point of view, the show captures witty banter, heartfelt moments, and personal reflections. It celebrates the characters' unique identities and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood, with rich cultural references to Nigeria that offer a relatable portrayal of first-generation immigrant life...MORE Estimated listeners
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30. Invaded

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A 4-part apocalyptic comedy drama. Spence has a plan worked out for every apocalyptic scenario. When there is an alien invasion his girlfriend, Frankie, and his best pal, Doug, rush to join him in their survival hideout. But when Spence doesn't show up, Frankie and Doug have to get along without him… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Email ****@hotmail.co.uk
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31. The Chant

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An audio drama from 2e Production.In the heart of New York City, Detectives Jones and Mills are thrust into a chilling investigation as a series of seemingly unrelated murders rocks the urban landscape. Each crime scene reveals a perplexing pattern: no motive, no clear suspect, and a haunting chant from each murderer. As the detectives delve deeper, they uncover a sinister connection to a rising cult known as 'The Angels of Paragon', led by the charismatic yet mysterious Victor Stone...MORE Producer/Network 2e Production
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32. I Need A Miracle

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Every episode is a prayer, some prayers are answered, and a prayer granted can upend the world. Each episode, each prayer, is a single desperate moment of a life in another world. A world shaped by the divine. The voices we hear know an omnipotent being is listening. They know not all pleas are granted but some are. And they believe in the benevolence of their god. Desperation and calculation, need and desire render each new character in vivid shades. And episode by episode, a miraculous yet tumultuous world is assembled in glimpses. Hosted on Acast. See acast...MORE Producer/Network Foggy Outline
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33. Yadox Files

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Welcome to The Yadox Files, an immersive sci-fi dystopian audio drama based on the novel The Insanmincer by Robert Jerome Pagan. Follow Rylex and Salmont as they navigate a war-torn world, uncover ancient secrets, and battle the rise of the Trimpicans. This queer-led, high-stakes saga blends political intrigue, supernatural forces, and an epic love story. LISTEN NOW and escape into the unknown.Sci-Fi Podcast, Audio Drama, Dystopian, LGBTQ , Futuristic, Supernatural, Space Druids, Trimpicans, Political Sci-FiMORE Producer/Network RJPC- Radio
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34. Oké Ikuégbé

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Oké Ikuégbé is an audio drama podcast that takes you on a journey into the extraordinary lives of diverse characters. With vibrant, lovable (and sometimes not-so-lovable) characters, these stories will definitely captivate you and keep you hooked from start to finish.MORE Producer/Network Peace Ovis Amike
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35. Love In A Time Of Polygamy

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When the Mormon missionaries came to Victorian London, they didn't tell of Brigham Young's iron-fisted rule over Utah Territory, his collection of wives, or how paradise came with chains forged in scripture. They didn't mention what would happen to Sarah Holbrook - seventeen, faithful, and about to discover that real love grows in the places prophets fear to look.A full-cast audio drama about faith, freedom, and forbidden love in a land where one man's word is law. Written and produced by Justin Rich. Content Warning: Contains themes of religious control and discussions of polygamy.MORE Producer/Network puggly productions
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36. Atlas Awakens: The Audio Files

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Step into the shadows of the Cold War in Atlas Awakens: The Audio Files — a gripping serialized podcast that brings the espionage thriller Atlas Awakens to life, one chapter at a time. Set during the volatile final months before the fall of the Berlin Wall, this immersive audio drama follows Jimmy Hart, a U.S. Air Force signals specialist drawn into a hidden war of intelligence, betrayal, and rogue agendas. As NATO scrambles to dismantle Soviet sleeper cells, a deeper conspiracy threatens to ignite a conflict that could upend the fragile peace between East and West...MORE Estimated listeners
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37. Cryme City Audio drama

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Cryme City is a gritty, high-stakes audio drama that plunges you into the heart of a lawless frontier, where danger lurks in every shadow and justice is as scarce as water. Detective Raymond Kane, a hard-boiled investigator with a haunted past, is sent to the edge of civilization to bring order to the chaos. Cryme City is ruled by ruthless criminals, corrupt officials, and deadly secrets. As Kane digs deeper into the tangled web of lies and betrayals, he must confront not only the criminals who thrive in this desolate wasteland but also his own inner demons.MORE Producer/Network Mike Anthoni
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38. SaGeHu Organic

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SāGēHu Organic is not just a story—it's a full-body experience.This immersive audio drama blends fiction with spirituality, science fiction, and raw human emotion. It's experimental. It's cinematic. It's alive.Follow Sage and Gehu—two barefoot beings bound by time, memory, and power—as they navigate the blood, beauty, and breakdowns of a world that feels just too real.With layered soundscapes, voice actors, and film-level narration, every scene pulls you deeper into a journey that's emotional, gory, and sometimes... divine.Expect violence. Expect truth. Expect magic you can't explain.MORE Email ****@sagehuorganic.com
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39. Darrell Cunningham (Cunningham Digital Production)

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The GuardianFor a century, Paraxis has been locked in a brutal war against the alien Xylothians. Out of the ruins, one man—armed with a powerful Guardian suit forged from alien technology—may hold the key to humanity's survival.The Guardian is a cinematic sci-fi audio drama and fiction podcast, featuring a full cast of voice actors, immersive soundscapes, and a gripping narrative of survival, sacrifice, and the fight to reclaim hope.Perfect for fans of story-driven science fiction, epic space fantasy, and high-stakes adventure.MORE Estimated listeners
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40. Echo of Moths | A Horror Audio Drama

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No one leaves the woods.Caila is no exception. Buried alive and left for dead, she finds salvation in Locke: the young man who rescues her from her coffin.When a devastating storm leaves her stranded, Locke offers shelter at his family's home. Despite their kindness, Caila counts the days until she can leave the cursed land behind.But the woods do not release prey easily. As Caila's disobedience spawns ghastly consequences, she must obey the woods' commands or face the wrath of the bloodthirsty entity that followed her home. _____Cover art: Ren Solis - https://linktr.ee/rensolisMORE Producer/Network Wrenna Stone
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41. Blood Bunnies

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Enter a hauntingly whimsical world where innocence wears a cracked mask and ancient traditions spiral into absurd, beautiful chaos.Blood Bunnies is a cinematic audio drama with the heart of a tragedy, the wit of dark comedy, and the unsettling grace of arthouse horror. Its richly woven musical tapestry—full of haunting melodies and evocative motifs—elevates every gasp and lingering silence. Strange, seductive, and wholly original, this is a story that will haunt your imagination long after the final echo fades.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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42. Echoes of harmony

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Have you ever wondered what happens when harmony breaks? A cursed crystal threatens the kingdom of Soral. Princess Alyssa must purify dark artifacts, while 14-year-old Clara—pulled from another world—must earn the trust of fairy guardians and recover elemental crystals.Echoes of Harmony is a young adult fantasy audio drama featuring AI voices, immersive ambient sound, and audio descriptions for blind and sighted listeners.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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43. The Smell of Pines, Darkly

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A young man suffers blackouts and hallucinations convincing him he is a serial killer, committing atrocities he can't remember. Justin Kapla stars in this 4-part series going through June from the IBRT. 'The Smell of Pines, Darkly' : Sometimes, horror is close to home.MORE Estimated listeners
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