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Top 79 Fiction Podcasts
Nov 20, 2024
The Best Fiction Podcasts from millions of podcasts available on the Goodpods platform and ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions and shares.
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Space the adult frontier..
Tom and Rob go where no man has gone before – Adult Trek discussion! Whether it’s a deep dive on ‘What Would Janeway Do’ (mostly Genocide) or ‘Where does all the moisture go on Holodecks’, Trek fan or not, you’ll be entertained.
New Episodes released every Other Monday.
A science fiction, horror audio drama podcast that follows Silas Caldwell, a linguist, who finds himself employed by VINCULA, a biotech company with an unearthly set of artifacts in their possession. Alongside a team of scientists and explorers, Silas plunges into the world beyond the Breach, and is touched by terrors beyond his wildest dreams.
Syntax Season 4 underway!
This show is a full cast audio drama, and has adult themes and horror settings. Made by Twin Strangers Productions. For more audio dramas, go to twinstrangersproductions.com
Website: syntaxpodcast.com
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Join two, veteran Star Trek podcasters, Brent Allen and Jeff Akin, on a spoiler-free, first-time journey through Babylon 5. Fresh eyes meet analytical insights as they explore meanings and messages in each episode. Relive your first-time experience with unfiltered reactions and thoughtful analysis.
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This is the Scarlet Vault... Locked away here, in the rust-red rooms, are items too powerful, too dangerous to exist.
You may consider me the Custodian of this abominable museum of terrors.
Every item stored here is drenched in horror.
Every item, a weapon in the wrong hands.
And every item has a story.
Perhaps you would like to hear one?
'Tales from the Scarlet Vault' is a new and largely undiscovered no-budget supernatural anthology of original stories. It is written and produced by Jason Malvern and stars ? as the Custodian (he wishes to remain anonymous).
'Tales from the Scarlet Vault' occasionally contains swearing, sexual references and descriptions of violence and gore - but in our opinion - nothing too extreme or harrowing. The aim is to chill and entertain, not horrify and disturb!
Second Fiddles is an audio dramedy about a superhero sidekick support group. Join Buck and his punny powered pals as they try to make a difference in Rose City!
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Whether you want to listen to a mystery before going to sleep or enjoy some drama while driving, or just feel nostalgia for old-school radio fiction, we have you covered with six audio dramas every week.
Podcast Award finalist Host Adam Graham has been your guide through dozens of old-time radio detective series since 2009. He provides insightful commentary and humor after each episode and responds to listener questions and feedback. You can subscribe to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio from your favorite podcast app or by visiting our website at http://www.greatdetectives.net.
We are currently in our fifteenth season of provided suspenseful mystery dramas. Our podcast feed captures the last 1,000 episodes we've released including all of seasons thirteen and fourteen, and part of season twelve. We have created two archive feeds: Volume 1, which features our first three seasons and Volume 2, which features seasons four-six, and Volume 3 which will feature Seasons Seven through Nine.
Our feed includes old time radio recorded in Los Angeles, New York, and also Australia.
The current actors featured in our old time radio detective podcast include Les Damon, Bob Bailey, Anthony Ross, Alice Frost and Joseph Curtin, Ned Wever, and Jack Webb. Other actors featured within the past 1,000 include Howard Duff, Glenn Langan, Herbert Marshall, Gerald Mohr, Joel McCrea, Les Tremayne, Jackson Beck, Santos Ortega, Karl Swenson, and more.
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tale-of-the-manticore-a-dark-fantasy-dungeons-dragons-audiodrama--6276878/support.
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HAUNTED: The Audio Drama tells the story of reclusive alcoholic writer James Hunter, bubbly enthusiastic podcaster Abigail Corbin and police officer Dan Cowell as they investigate strange and seemingly unexplainable phenomenon. Told in a classic serial format with episodes raging from suspenseful thrillers, to spine tingling horrors to laugh-out-loud comedies, HAUNTED: The Audio Drama is a horror adventure series that feels like Doctor Who crossed with The X Files.
Season 3 Coming 2025
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From the creators of Babylon 5 For the First Time, this is Stargate SG1 For the First Time! Jeff Akin and Brent Allen, two die-hard Star Trek fans, dive into the Stargate SG-1 universe. Jeff has never seen Stargate, he's taking it all in for the first time, while Brent is watching for any morals or messages hidden in the episodes.
Experience this classic TV series with a fresh pair of eyes and a seasoned analytical lens.
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In the mountains of central Appalachia, blood runs as deep as these hollers and just as dark. Since before our kind knew these hills, hearts of unknowable hunger and madness have slumbered beneath them. These are the darkest mountains in the world. How dare we think we can break the skin of a god and dig out its heart without bringing forth blood and darkness? Old Gods of Appalachia is a horror-anthology podcast set in the shadows of an Alternate Appalachia, a place where digging too deep into the mines was just the first mistake.
To learn more about Old Gods of Appalachia, visit our website at www.oldgodsofappalachia.com, and be sure to complete your social media ritual and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @oldgodsofappalachia, or Twitter and Tumblr @oldgodspod. If you'd like to support the show, you can join or Patreon at www.patreon.com/oldgodsofappalachia, or support us on Acast at supporter.acast.com/old-gods-of-appalachia. You can also find t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and other Old Gods merch in our shop at www.teepublic.com/stores/oldgodsofappalachia.
Old Gods of Appalachia is a production of DeepNerd Media and is distributed by Rusty Quill. All rights reserved.
Get Build Mama a Coffin, Black Mouthed Dog and other exclusive content on Patreon!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/old-gods-of-appalachia.
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Avg Length 81m
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Rom Zom Com Podcast following a Couple surviving the Zombie Apocalypse AND their Marriage One Ep at a time!
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Avg Length 120m
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Halfwits & Failed Crits is an Actual Play Podcast where the players' blundering choices and cursed dice are the real big bad evil standing in the way of getting to the end of a campaign!
Listen to our adventure averse journalists in a cozy fantasy called The Parable Infused Tribune. Played with PenultiMyth, a game of our own design!
Or dive into our back catalog to experience our award nominated sci-fi epic about destiny confused space kids in Children of the Spine. Played with Stars Without Number, by Kevin Crawford.
(Produced by Halfwit Podcasts)
Semi-late night community radio broadcasts from a strange little town in the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta (aka, not just the middle of nowhere, but nowhere itself). Nothing ever happens here. Certainly nothing weird. Why would you even suggest that? Listen close. Don't wander off. It's a long way to get where you're going. Especially out here.
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No Return: An Audio Drama by Kier Zhou
Enjoy yourself in the chaotic, fantastical world of "No Return," where the worldbuilding ambition rivals Robert Jordan, the humour channels Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams, and the violence echoes Tom Sharpe—all wrapped in the indie punk aesthetic of a one man band making content on a laptop powered by a potato.
This full cast comedy fantasy spans a diverse array of tales:
- Clumsy Divine Quests: Join researchers on accidental divine missions.
- Mercenary Chaos: Witness comedic clashes between mercenaries and foreign warships.
- Eerie Mysteries: Delve into the haunting search for lost children.
- Ancient Secrets: Unearth treacherous truths in the Darklands.
- Sinister Plots: Navigate a city's dark underbelly filled with kidnappings and dark schemes.
- Ensemble Comedy of Errors: Dive into epic fantasy battles where magic and mayhem reign supreme.
- Actual Play: Follow the gripping saga of a burning city and the heroes fighting for its survival amidst chaos and intrigue. Told through a tightly edited TTRPG actual play.
And remember, for those seeking extra tales and behind-the-scenes magic, check out:
[https://patreon.com/NoReturnAD]
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Welcome to Darkness Falls, a quiet sanctuary for the supernatural nestled in a shadowed corner of New England. The Yokai Detective Agency is the enforcer of this haven and follows a diverse group of supernatural beings. Our lead homicide detective Ren Black has been battling the aftermath of his partner and lover's murder.
Shutting himself away in his grief for a year, a new partner assignment in a young kumiho named Hiro Akashi coincides with the return of the serial killer that took away his light. Are the embers of love and revenge too mixed for Black to sift through? Will the Yokai Detective Agency be able to band together and close this case for good?
Take a trip to Darkness Falls and see what lies in wait.
Ending theme:
'Save Me' by Eye One Fifty. https://youtu.be/T3DrpFCyQ-k
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Step aboard our cosmic vessel and embark on a thrilling journey through the annals of science fiction history. Delve into the realms of imagination with us as we traverse the vast expanses of the solar system, encountering aliens, robots, and spacefaring brigands amidst the twinkling stars. Our spacefaring odyssey takes us beyond the confines of light-years, venturing into the unknown to unveil the secrets of distant planets and the enigmatic beings that inhabit them.
Join us three times a week as we unearth timeless tales penned by the luminaries of vintage sci-fi literature. From the visionary minds of Philip K. Dick to the poetic prose of Ray Bradbury, from the boundless imagination of Isaac Asimov to the pioneering works of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Harlan Ellison, Fritz Leiber, Alan E. Nourse, Frederik Pohl, and countless others, we bring you short stories that have shaped the genre for generations.
Prepare to journey back in time, sixty, a hundred years, or more, to an era when these awe-inspiring narratives first graced the pages of pulp magazines and sci-fi anthologies. Yet, paradoxically, our destination often lies in the distant future, where the echoes of these literary marvels continue to resonate.
Guiding us through this celestial voyage is our narrator, Scott Miller, who serves as your companion and guide as we traverse the cosmos, exploring the wonders of yesteryear and the possibilities of tomorrow. Join us as we navigate the depths of space and time, embarking on an adventure that transcends the boundaries of imagination.
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Avg Length 62m
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Latest episode 11 hours ago
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Tomes of the Chaos Bard: A Family Friendly, Fantasy, 5E Dungeons and Dragons Actual Play Podcast
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The study of the paranormal has a long, fascinating, and controversial history. Best friends and hosts Ryan and Jordan explore the depths of metaphysical phenomena, ufology, cryptozoology, and all manor of unsolved mysteries through a time-honored tradition: the campfire story. If you’re fascinated by all things Fortean; if you love stories of ghosts, UFOs, cryptids, and the occult this show is for you.
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Avg Length 58m
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Latest episode 21 hours ago
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Unwind and relax with a meandering and boring story carefully crafted to help you chill out at bedtime, and to help ease you in to sound peaceful slumber.
There’s no drama, no excitement; all of our stories are just rambling stress-free tales made up on the spot with a comfy and meditative mood.
Turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let yourself get bored to sleep.
Don’t worry, you won’t miss anything important if you do.
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What happened at the Observatory? Who is Dr. Bruknenko? What is in those core samples?
And, most importantly...
Where is Jimmy Curtains?
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Avg Length 24m
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Latest episode 23 hours ago
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With Over 500 Episodes! The Original and the Very First Story Narration Podcast from the Philippines since 2017! Inspired by the likes of Anything Ghost, No Sleep Podcast, Lore and CreepyPasta comes stories fiction and non-fiction that will trigger your imagination of the weird, strange and most of the time creepy but unforgettable creatures, lore, facts, history and culture in the Philippines and the rest of the world. Come and listen as we deliver weekly compilations of stories that will surely keep you up and entertained. Make sure to check us on our social media accounts! Support this podcast: https://patreon.com/storiesph
Petrified - a horror fiction anthology podcast from a darker Ireland. Petrified tells the chilling tales of ordinary people encountering the supernatural, and their terrifying fates.
Written and directed by Peter Dunne. Produced by Liam Geraghty.
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Avg Length 51m
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An Erotic/Comedy (Aka: Eromedy) Podcast where I read an erotic story and you listen to it!
Each week I delve into another exciting chapter of an erotic story from the Literotica archives, reading it in full; with my sexy British narrators voice...
Then, we launch into a comedic breakdown of the characters, the sex scenes, the taboos and emerging narrative themes in a "deep dive" critical analysis!
Finally, we take a look at what everyone else thought about the chapter by having an open-minded peek at the comment section!
I am currently reading a story called 14 Days on the Mountain by Odysseyker, originally published on the website Literotica.com
If you would like to help fund the podcast you can sign up for a £5 donation using the link below:
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=97414688
If you would like to get in contact please:
- Email: [email protected]
- Tweet: @letsgetsexypod
- Instagram: letsgetsexypodcast
- Facebook: Let's Get Sexy Podcast
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Do not fear the dark, fear what darkness brings...
Arkham Private Investigator Arthur Lester wakes up with no memory of who he is or what has happened, only a nameless, eerie voice guiding him through the darkness.
Blind, terrified, and confused, his journey will lead him towards a series of mysteries in the hopes of understanding the truth of what has transpired.
As cosmic horrors seep into the world around, Arthur must ask himself whether this entity truly seeks to help him, or are its intentions more...
Malevolent
Malevolent is produced, written, edited, performed, scored & created by Harlan Guthrie.
This podcast contains mature themes, explicit language, bodily horror, violence, otherworldly terror and death. Listener discretion is advised. Full transcripts of every episode are available here.
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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.
THE TRUTH makes movies for your ears. They're short stories that are sometimes dark, sometimes funny, and always intriguing. Every story is different, but they all take you to unexpected places using only sound. If you're new, some good starting places are: Silvia's Blood, That's Democracy, Moon Graffiti, Tape Delay, or whatever's most recent. Listening with headphones is encouraged! We're a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.
Fiction Podcasts
You might be wondering, what sets fiction podcasts apart from audiobooks? For one, many fiction podcasts were not originally books and offer a unique storytelling experience. Unlike radio plays, they typically follow the length and structure of a TV show, with multiple seasons and episodes. While science fiction, mystery, and horror are among the most popular genres, the world of fiction podcasts is vast and diverse, ranging from comedic sitcoms featuring well-known comedians to complex detective dramas.
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What's the best fiction podcast right now in 2024?
Goodpods aggregates the best fiction podcasts people are listening to right now. From fiction-favorites to new releases, these shows are guaranteed to be entertaining and informative. Check out the top-rated fiction podcasts in 2024 according to the Goodpods list. Explore our popular categories like Audio Drama Podcasts, Comedy Fiction Podcasts, and Serial Podcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fiction Podcast
What is a fiction podcast?
A fiction podcast is a form of audio storytelling that presents fictional narratives, similar to a radio drama or an audiobook. It typically features voice actors, sound effects, and music to create an immersive audio experience.
How do I listen to a fiction podcast?
To listen to a fiction podcast, you can use various platforms and apps. Most fiction podcasts are available on the popular podcast platform Goodpods. You can search for specific titles or browse through different genres to find a fiction podcast that interests you. Once you find a podcast you like, simply click on the episode to start listening.
What are some popular fiction podcasts?
There are numerous popular fiction podcasts across different genres. Some well-known examples include "Welcome to Night Vale," a surreal and comedic podcast set in a fictional desert town, "The Bright Sessions," a science fiction series about therapy sessions with people who have supernatural abilities, and "Limetown," a mystery podcast that investigates the disappearance of an entire town's population. These are just a few examples, and the podcasting landscape is constantly evolving with new and exciting shows.
Can I start listening to a fiction podcast from any episode?
While some fiction podcasts have self-contained episodes that can be enjoyed individually, many fiction podcasts have a continuous narrative that builds from episode to episode. It's usually best to start from the beginning to fully grasp the story, character development, and any ongoing plotlines. However, some podcasts provide recaps or summaries to help new listeners catch up if they want to jump into a later episode.
How can I create my own fiction podcast?
Creating a fiction podcast involves several steps. First, you'll need to develop a compelling story and script. Then, gather a team of voice actors, find or create sound effects and music, and record your episodes. Editing and post-production are essential to ensure a polished final product. Finally, choose a podcast hosting platform to upload your episodes and distribute them to podcast directories. It's important to invest in good-quality audio equipment and editing software to enhance the listener's experience. Additionally, promoting your podcast through social media, online communities, and word of mouth can help you grow your audience.