The best podcasts for Worldbuilding in Fiction

"No respect for the sea, for the living things in it, for what's owed. They're fishing in the eel breeding grounds now, the fools."

Eeler's Choice is a maritime horror fantasy podcast set in Eskmouth, a small coastal town whose economy has lived and died on the hunting of the Great Eels for generations. As demand for product has increased, so have the catches... but even the generosity of the sea has its limits, and all debts must come due.

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Welcome to Omega Star 7, a cluster of wild stars in the Sometime, Somewhere. Omega Star 7 is a truly unique audio drama that draws inspiration from the realms of Science Fiction, Westerns, and Space Operas. Immerse yourself in a fusion of Melancholic Drama and Sardonic Dark Humor, creating a truly unique and immersive experience. Each season unveils a new and interconnected tale, woven into the fabric of a larger narrative. With evolving, immersive, and experimental productions, a talented full cast of actors, and original music. Omega Star 7 invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey. Prepare to enter expansive landscapes, intricate characters, and unexpected twists that await you in this growing audio adventure. STORIES: Season 1 : The Ballad of the Wayfarer [Complete] Season 2: The Ballad of the Outlander [Complete] Season 3: Tales from the Sometime, Somewhere Vol 1 [Complete] Season 4: Tales from the Sometime, Somewhere Vol 2 [Complete]

Imagine that the next messiah doesn’t come from religion, but from the tech world. Will his choices be more likely to save humanity—or destroy it? The Madness of Chartrulean is an award-winning fiction podcast that explores this concept using a unique blend of political drama, science fiction, fantasy, and Shakespearean tragedy. Chartrulean, the promised messiah, abandons piety for progress and becomes a shipbuilder instead. He ends a war and becomes the most powerful man on Arcas, ushering in a new technological era that rekindles hope for humanity while also deepening political divides. Chartrulean’s journey is deeply personal as he struggles with identity, leadership, and the weight of his choices. Rich in lore and political intrigue, The Madness of Chartrulean was made to resonate with fans of Game of Thrones, and classic sci-fi stories such as Dune and Foundation. It examines the moral complexities of progress, pushing listeners to think critically about power dynamics and the consequences of leadership. To dive deeper into the world of Chartrulean, visit https://www.chartrulean.com

THE WIZARD SCROLL is a sword & sorcery sci-fi narrative the likes of which will make yo' momma say 'Dang son/daughter/offspring, where'd you find this?' Tales of high fantasy, of trials and triumph, of quests both epic and mundane, as well as the occasional musical number. The realm of Yyrgsland is filled to the brim with all manner of folk, and boy let me tell you, the escapades that these crazy characters get themselves into would perhaps have made even the late and great Tolkien himself snicker in delight.

​Somewhere on the borders between Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in the most remote parts of the Appalachians, girls have gone missing for decades. When a young woman journeys there to the isolated community of Kilruane, she uncovers the truth about the mysterious man who wanders the woods and his connection to the missing women and puts herself in danger from those who want to protect the town and keep its secrets.