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Top 46 Audio Drama Podcasts

May 28, 2023

The Best Audio Drama Podcasts from millions of podcasts available on the Goodpods platform and ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions and shares.

55 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 13 hours ago

A UK based audio drama set in a nightmare ridden, apocalyptic world. An unknown horror grips the country, forcing most of the remaining population into shelter. Tune into the broadcasts from Bunker A:12 and join Professor Ryan as he endeavours to find answers in the wreckage. [Explicit content/Discretion advised] For credits and content warnings visit: wakeofcorrosion.com

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40 Episodes

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Avg Length 17m

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Latest episode 3 months ago

Out of the Ashes is a dark modern fantasy story set in a post apocalyptic world. Following the journey of a group of strangers, who become family, while learning the truth about history, folk tales, magic and legends. Follow the group as they're thrust into an ancient battle spanning to the dawn of humanity.

15 Episodes

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Avg Length 17m

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Latest episode 7 months ago

A sci-fi comedy-drama putting surreal new spins on classic speculative fiction. When George Orwell and H. G. Wells accidentally double-book a getaway cottage, an argument about tea escalates into an aeon-spanning adventure of time travel and political machination. A full cast audio drama from award-winning writer Robin Johnson.

97 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

Welcome to Erset La Tari, a world where death is a constant companion and the future is uncertain. The Land of No Return is a full cast audio drama that takes you on a journey through the different regions of this dying world. From the cities teeming with life to the barren wastelands, each series explores a different story that delves into the themes of morality, power, and survival. In Erset La Tari, the line between good and evil is blurred, and the struggle for survival is a constant battle. With a wide range of styles, No Return has something for everyone. If you're looking for action, we have stories of warriors battling against impossible odds. If you're in the mood for mystery, we have tales of detectives solving crimes in a world where the line between good and evil is blurred. If you're in the mood for horror, we have stories of the supernatural and the unknown. And for those who enjoy political intrigue, we have stories of power struggles and scheming politicians. With monthly updates and concurrent releases, No Return is an ongoing journey through a world on the brink of collapse. Join us on this journey and see how the people of Erset La Tari struggle to survive in a world where death is a constant companion. Listen to your favorite episodes, and check back each month for new stories from different regions of the Land of No Return
If you like the show, why not become a patron on patreon, and get access to hours of bonus content!
https://patreon.com/NoReturn882

21 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 18 days ago

The Dex Legacy is a full cast science fiction drama set on the planet SP714. The spaceships are dead, the ancestors are silent, and human beings are the same as ever. Dex Island is about to become a major player on the world stage. Weapons manufacturer and President, Nathaniel Dex, works with his colleagues to run his company and steer planet-wide politics. It’s a game of chess on a global scale and his adopted and enhanced children, Varian, Isra and Ren will be key players. But unleashing three teenage super soldiers on the world comes with more complications than anyone anticipated. It’s Game of Thrones meets Dune with a hefty dose of dark humour in this sci-fi audio drama, featuring a diverse cast of characters you’ll love to hate, and never forget. The Dex Legacy audio drama is written by Emily Inkpen as a prequel series to her trilogy of dark political science fiction novels. You can support the show at: www.ko-fi.com/thedexlegacyaudiodrama

59 Episodes

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Avg Length 36m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

The story of the world's most secret agents...the backups. For the first time in his career, Special Agent Chet Phillips has discovered that he can choose NOT to accept a mission! That means there's no choice but to send in the "B Team": A nervous pencil pusher promoted to the field, a computer hacker working off her sentence, a fading former sitcom star and a recently reassigned White House intern. A full cast comedy audio adventure with a new episode debuting each month!

7 Episodes

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Avg Length 32m

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Latest episode 4 months ago

When a space agency sends the “first all woman and non-binary crew” on a blatant PR mission to Mars, they inadvertently end up the last six humans in the universe. Lead by Co-Captains (and exes) Aurelia and Sim, STARSHIP Q STAR follows this extremely queer crew on their quest across the galaxy in search of a new home.


Created by co-writing couple Meegan May & Lauren Anderson, Starship Q Star is a full cast scifi comedy starring some of Melbourne’s hottest comedic and acting talent: Annie Lumsden, Andrea Mendez, Lena Moon, Sunanda, Scott Limbrick, Isha Menon, and Ben Russell. Learn more at https://starshipqstar.com/


Support us on Ko-Fi https://ko-fi.com/starshipqstar!



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15 Episodes

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Avg Length 34m

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Latest episode 11 months ago

A goddess, a cowboy, and a conman. Far from friends. This fantasy-western follows an unexpected adventure across the American West. Created by Maria Fernanda Vidaurrazaga and JT Lachausse.



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106 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

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 2 begins on April 16th 2023 and sees our trio playing a nationwide game of cat and mouse as they try to capture the wicked occultist Karl Trevino following his deadly antics in Greenvale in season 1. As they push further and further into the unexplained however, Dan and Abigail are forced to confront the idea that their friend James Hunter might not be who he says he is.

Get bonus content on Patreon

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162 Episodes

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Avg Length 34m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

Secure. Contain. Protect. There are things that go bump in the night. Fantastic things. Horrible things. Redacted things. The SCP Foundation was built to keep humanity safe from a world of beings it doesn’t want to know exists. Things of wonder. Things of destruction. And these things have files. A LOT of files.

New episodes weekly.

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Content related to the SCP Foundation, including these podcasts, are licensed under Creative Commons Sharealike 3.0. Concepts originate from works on the SCP Foundation Wiki



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26 Episodes

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Avg Length 17m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

A recently recovered drug addict tries to start her new lease on life, too bad life has it out for her. This dramatic comedy follows Marisol through the ups and downs of a week in her life.

14 Episodes

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Avg Length 23m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

Based on a true story, American Hostage stars Jon Hamm as Fred Heckman, a beloved local radio reporter who is thrust into the middle of a life-or-death crisis when hostage-taker, Tony Kiritsis, demands to be interviewed on his popular radio news program. Kiritsis has tied a shotgun to his banker’s neck in grim fashion, but through Heckman's radio show he gradually becomes a media sensation and unexpected anti-hero during a nail biting 63-hour standoff.

American Hostage is an 8-episode scripted psychological thriller from Amazon Music & Criminal Content starring Emmy Award-winner Jon Hamm and directed by Academy Award® winner Shawn Christensen.

Follow American Hostage on Amazon Music: amazon.com/AmericanHostage.

17 Episodes

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Avg Length 24m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

How many people would raise a baby in a zombie apocalypse? After finding an abandoned baby our hero deals with the inner turmoil of whether or not to save this life or raising it in a world full of chaos. Get bonus content on Patreon

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15 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 16 days ago

Dashing Onions Audio creates original audio drama miniseries and one-off plays, focusing on stories with elements of oddness, mythology and the supernatural.

28 Episodes

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Avg Length 54m

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Latest episode 7 months ago

The players role-play as giants in this actual play D&D 5e adventure. When a girl is kidnapped, a search party rallies together to recover her. But they soon learn there is a lot more going on than just a kidnapping. This is a story filled with exploration, mystery, and colorful characters.

30 Episodes

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Avg Length 39m

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Latest episode 12 months ago

Stories from the Hearth is an experimental storytelling podcast, a free artistic space in the style of a painter's studio or writer's diary. It is a place for you to lose yourself in truly original short stories and their immersive soundscapes, written, narrated, and produced by Scottish poet Cal Bannerman. Learn about the history of storytelling in occasional miniseries The Wandering Bard, or escape your daily stresses with one of Cal's queer-focused fantasy, historical, supernatural and science fiction stand-alone monthly stories. Episodes range from 15-90 minutes long, and are aimed at an adult audience. Original artwork by Anna Ferrara.

37 Episodes

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Avg Length 10m

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Latest episode 10 days ago

A young woman leaves behind her isolated, suffocating existence to climb The Tower, an abandoned relic of a forgotten age, built by a proud king who wanted to rule the sky as well as the land. It stretches up into the sky, through the smog. An experimental audio drama series from Tin Can Audio.


Official Selection - Miami Web Series Festival 2022

Official Selection - Apulia Web Fest 2022

Official Selection - New Jersey Web Festival 2022

Official Selection - Minnesota WebFest 2022

Official Selection - New Zealand WebFest 2022



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18 Episodes

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Avg Length 20m

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Latest episode 25 days ago

Liminal Criminals is a fictionalized true crime podcast detailing the bizarre, egregious, and completely fake exploits of the world's most notorious, and most nonexistent, people. It updates once every other Tuesday! Find us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/LiminalCast

28 Episodes

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Avg Length 34m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

When the calls to her late-night, paranormal radio show go from strange to stranger, host Lindsay Mallyn launches an investigative podcast to explore the mysterious happenings. Unable to do it alone, however, she recruits the infamous JP Leck, a disgraced archivist and the keeper of curious lore. Together they will uncover terrible secrets, delve into forbidden realms, and do battle with otherworldly creatures.

15 Episodes

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Avg Length 30m

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Latest episode 7 years ago

In southern California, just outside Hollywood, there is a most unusual hotel. A hotel dedicated to the golden age of cinema and the departures of its most influential and notorious players. It is a destination that spotlights the manners in which these men and women of Hollywood perished. The rooms are decorated with an array of evidence and clues, unique to each death, and fitted with a cast of department store manikins which stand in for the major roles involved - Forensic precision made kitschy and accessible to all. Each episode we will present to you one of these rooms, and rouse your im

10 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

An orphaned monster and his human embark on a search for his family in this family-friendly comedy about best friends doing kind things for strangers. -- Meet Riley and Render. Roommates. Best friends. There's just one small hitch. Riley is a young, career-focused woman with a little bit of burnout and Render... well, he's a monster. When Render admits feelings of sadness over not knowing who he is or where he comes from, Riley makes a bold choice: find his family, whatever the cost. Have Monster, Will Travel: they're just two best friends on the adventure of a lifetime.

212 Episodes

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Avg Length 60m

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Latest episode 11 days ago

The Fate of Isen is a fun and loose actual-play podcast from Aotearoa New Zealand. Join the quest as incredibly unlikely heroes (played by kiwi comedians) fumble their way through saving the world of Isen. There are empires, gods, demons, giant kiwi, and so much more! Join the resistance! Become a supporter on Patreon to access sweet Fate of Isen perks. Ranked as one of the top D&D podcasts in the world.

2 Episodes

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Avg Length 36m

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Latest episode 26 days ago

Adaptations and original stories featuring the adventures of that most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes.

17 Episodes

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Avg Length 20m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

Lizzie Borden Audio is a new episodic series that appeals to lovers of the dark and macabre nature of a historical true crime investigation from the famous 1892 case. Told from multiple witnesses utilizing the primary source transcripts with short musical interludes, it is the first podcast made entirely from trial testimony with humorous bits of music to accent the absurd and sometimes comical nature of the crime. All work is nonfiction and comes from the trial, the published works of Borden scholars, and the newspapers of the time.

9 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

After a first date turns into an origin story, Connie Opland transforms into the latest contender in a world of super-celebrities: MEGATON GIRL! But with super-poser Captain Valiant abusing his power, Connie needs the help of her girlfriend Laurel and her mentor Kirby to dethrone this jerk and show the world what a real hero can do!. http://megatongirl.com

20 Episodes

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Avg Length 37m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

When a far-future commercial spaceflight ends in disaster, the survivors are left floating in escape pods with nothing but the radio for company. What happened to their flight...and, where are they going now? This sci-fi whodunnit mystery features escape pods, intercepted fast-food commercials, and things that should never be found.

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25 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

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.


Website: syntaxpodcast.com



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102 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

Blending supernatural horror with noir, the Sleep/Wake Cycle follows estranged twins Isaiah and Rosemary. Their mission, to fulfill a secret government agency's directive to bring the US back from the brink of madness. Born with strange abilities, the twins investigate the wellness of a republic ravaged by the Great Darkness of 1999 - with doomsday cults pervading society, horrific conspiracies spun more from truth than fiction, and a creeping feeling that hope itself has fled the land, the twins have their work cut out for them.



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15 Episodes

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Avg Length 15m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

When the metahumans came into this world they were drunk on their own power. The MIA is the only thing standing between metahumans and total destruction.

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110 Episodes

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Avg Length 15m

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Latest episode 15 days ago

A slow burn horror story in the town of Weeping Cedars. Learn about both the past and present of Weeping Cedars with Documentary episodes from the Historical Society and weekly updates from KWPN News at Night.

22 Episodes

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Avg Length 33m

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Latest episode 5 months ago

Alestes likes to keep her head down while she works as a merchant, couriering deliveries and carrying travelers to destinations across the seas. Only as her travelers gradually become permanent crewmates, she realises her ship has become a floating museum, laboratory, vault of repatriated ‘treasures’, and a chef’s kitchen.

After spending most of her life with the understanding that nothing changes, no matter how hard you fight, Alestes is faced with a choice: Will she use her new network of allies to build safe harbour and potentially a future for her new community, or will she once again put her head down and drown in her sea of excuses...



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37 Episodes

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Avg Length 29m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

(This story is serial in nature. You should start at the first episode.) Spooning in the Apocalypse is a podcast set after the end of days and after the work day has ended. Tune your fictional dial, to the fictional radio network WSPN the Spoon, for the fictional call in style radio show Radiationships...it's fictional. In each episode registered Professor Shaum Defroyen and his co-host, Radd Flink offer advice and solace to Apocalyptic relationships. Digging in and digging it up, whether the callers are learning to love themselves or someone else, Radiationships will tickle the right spot. If the weight of your Apocalypse is too much, let them Apoca-pick you up. Season 2 available now. Welcome to the Confluence.For more go to www.SpooningInTheApocalypse.com

5 Episodes

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Avg Length 28m

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Latest episode 5 months ago

Interviews and conversations with the most prolific and talented audio drama creators.

6 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

You Can’t Get There From Here is an audio drama series presented by Toronto’s Factory Theatre. A limited series featuring five commissioned audio theatrical works from some of our country’s most creative minds. This season we're pleased to present audio dramas from award-winning playwrights Marjorie Chan, Ins Choi, Amy Lee Lavoie & Omari Newton, Kat Sandler, and Guillermo Verdecchia.You Can’t Get There From Here presents listeners with fresh perspectives on familiar Toronto landmarks and neighbourhoods and glimpses into the micro-dramas occurring each day around us, hidden in plain sight. Each episode offers a new, self-contained story and a vivid audio experience from each of our five playwrights and features the work of over 20 artists and arts workers. Audiences can choose to listen from the comforts of their own homes, or if you're a Toronto local, you can take a journey across the city – either way, you're sure to see the land on which we live and work anew.

17 Episodes

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Avg Length 16m

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Latest episode 28 days ago

We are CRAP NOIR – a podcast team dedicated to bringing you some subpar jokes along with a moderately funny twist on the classic noir genre and detective radio shows of years past. Beth is a downtrodden twenty-something – completely SHOCKED that no one wants to hire her with her oddly specific and definitely legitimate Master’s degree in Detective Literature. She spends her time searching Craiglist for jobs that require her highly-sought-after expertise, thanks to the free WiFi at local New Jersey coffee shop, The Big Steam. She bugs her favorite mediocre barista, Jim Jam, for hours on end so her mother believes she isn’t an unemployable failure. Luckily for Beth, her first case finally emerges when friendly farm chicken, Esmeralda, disappears. Time to see if Beth’s degree holds up in the real-world! Follow us on Twitter, Tumblr, and Instagram @crapnoir

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Latest episode 25 days ago

Pendant Productions

8 Episodes

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Avg Length 11m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

After an anomaly seperates Rebel Captain Elyss Glasse from her team, she finds herself in an unknown place with an incomplete mission and a damaged scout ship. Desperate to find her way home, but unable to stop herself reflecting, the Void may not be as desolate as it first appears.

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52 Episodes

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Avg Length 58m

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Latest episode 12 days ago

The Running Scared podcast is a deep dive into the horror and thriller films that had you running away but coming back for more. Hosts Robert Lendrum and Jamie Roberts guide you through the films offering our opinions and insight - but mostly opinions - about what we found hair raising, hilarious and downright haunting. We also create original horror audio narratives intended to motivate joggers (aka jogcasts). Please note each episode contains spoilers.

11 Episodes

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Avg Length 32m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

Russian Trolls is a sitcom podcast about the true story of the Internet Research Agency, the infamous Russian Troll Farm that influenced the 2016 presidential election and may or may not have helped Donald J. Trump become president.

64 Episodes

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Avg Length 12m

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Latest episode 7 months ago

Not your typical bi-weekly horror, scifi, telepathic frogs audio drama, Mandible Judy also features a synth-wielding geneticist and strangely sonorous rocks from space.We combine top-notch voice acting by veterans of the world of audio fiction with rich, evocative sound design and a dark, original score of brooding synthesizers and surreal soundscapes.To round out your mutated-children and marsh-dwelling-critter experience, Under Dead Water expands on the universe of Mandible Judy with new stories centered around a lake in New Hampshire. Our weekly twitch stream features discussion with the cast and crew as well as guest composers, voice actors and writers from the film, TV and podcasting worlds. twitch.tv/mandiblejudy

20 Episodes

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Avg Length 20m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

An award-winning romantic-dramedy about Veronica (Vee), a recent Melbourne transplant, who unexpectedly finds herself swept up by a charming Aussie doctor and has to quickly learn how to navigate an interracial and intercultural relationship. Vee is helped along by her newly married cousin and smooth-talking BFF.


Private Affairs was the 2021 Australian Podcast of the Year. Created, written directed and produced by Christine "Kix" Mwaturura, starring: Ratidzo Mambo, Ronn Kurtz, Tsungirai Wachenuka, Garikai Jani and Taff; with original music and sound design by Jerry Agbinya. Cover art by Maanya Dhar. Learn more at: www.privateaffairspod.com.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/private-affairs.



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10 Episodes

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Avg Length 19m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

AudioIron.com delivers dozens of full cast performances you'll never forget. Visit our site to see all our podcasts and hear what you've been missing.

56 Episodes

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Avg Length 7m

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Latest episode 3 months ago

Douglas Dire's world is one of isolation. Once a decorated Iraq War veteran, he now roams the streets haunted by the memory of friends lost in combat. With a fleeting grip on reality, a dark past full of unresolved pain, and a hopeless future, Douglas stumbles upon a ring in an empty parking lot that forces him to confront a secret he didn't know he was keeping.

9 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 11 months ago

Low Tide is Conch County's most popular news and culture program. If you've never heard of Conch County, that's because it's fictional and this is a comedy show. If you're a fan of NPR, Parks and Recreation, or Welcome To Night Vale, tune in to Low Tide. We have tote bags.

8 Episodes

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Avg Length 17m

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Latest episode 4 years ago

After making a wish on the Christmas Star, Holly finds herself popping in and out of Tinsel Town, a magical place where it’s Christmas everyday. But after getting stuck there, her friends - a giant candy cane, a mysterious ornament, and a polar bear Queen - need to band together to help her get home. As things start to fall apart in Tinsel Town, the curmudgeonly Conductor accuses Holly of ruining Christmas and does everything in his power to try to ban her from celebrating ever again. Will Holly and her friends figure out where her wish went wrong in time to get her home for the holidays? "Welcome to Tinsel Town" is a Christmas podcast audio drama, suitable for all ages. All episodes are available now!

27 Episodes

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Avg Length 30m

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Latest episode 25 days ago

USA TODAY’s critically acclaimed investigative podcast about power in American cities.

Season 1, Chicago: A black neighborhood fights back when a mysterious man with mob ties builds an illegal dump across the street from an elementary school. Along the way they confront corrupt politicians, apathetic bureaucrats—and a secret undercover FBI investigation.

Season 2, Reno: A surprising proxy battle for the future of Reno pits a brash strip club kingpin against power brokers in city hall. The winner-takes-all fight could remake the city—and ruin lives in the process.

Audio Drama Podcasts

In recent years, audio drama podcasts have gained a significant following among listeners seeking immersive storytelling experiences. These podcasts offer a unique blend of classic radio drama and modern-day podcasting, transporting listeners to new worlds and delivering captivating performances without relying on visual elements. Audio drama podcasts cover a wide range of genres, from science fiction and fantasy to mystery and horror, with each show offering a distinct sound and style. With the rise of podcasting and the abundance of talented writers, actors, and producers in the industry, audio drama podcasts have become a popular form of entertainment that continues to push the boundaries of audio storytelling.

Top Audio Drama Podcasts

So, in this list of the best audio drama podcasts, we've decided to take a different approach. We've scoured the internet for podcasts that challenge our expectations, push the boundaries of the medium, and tell stories that are both engaging and thought-provoking. Our listeners have taken the liberty of rating the top audio podcasts for you. we guarantee they'll leave you with a sense of awe and wonder. So sit back, put on your headphones, and get ready for some mind-bending audio drama goodness!

What's the best audio drama podcast right now in 2023?

Goodpods aggregates the best audio drama podcasts people are listening to right now. From drama fan-favorites to new releases, these shows are guaranteed to be entertaining and informative. Check out the top-rated audio drama podcasts in 2023 according to the Goodpods list. Explore our popular categories like Fiction PodcastsComedy Fiction Podcasts, and Drama Podcasts.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an audio drama podcast?

An audio drama podcast is a type of podcast that tells a fictional story using sound effects, music, and voice actors. It's essentially a radio play that you can listen to on demand. Audio dramas can cover a wide range of genres, from science fiction and fantasy to crime and mystery.

What are some popular audio drama podcasts?

Some popular audio drama podcasts include Welcome to Night ValeThe Bright SessionsLimetownThe Magnus Archives, and We're Alive.

How are audio dramas different from traditional audiobooks or radio dramas?

Audio dramas differ from traditional audiobooks in that they use sound effects and music to create a more immersive experience. They also often feature a full cast of voice actors, whereas audiobooks are usually narrated by a single person. Audio dramas are similar to radio dramas, but the main difference is that they are distributed as podcasts and can be listened to on demand rather than at a specific broadcast time.

What makes a good audio drama podcast?

A good audio drama podcast should have compelling characters, an engaging plot, and high-quality production values. The voice acting should be top-notch, and the sound effects and music should add to the overall atmosphere of the story. Good pacing is also important - the story should move along at a steady pace without feeling rushed or dragging on too long.

Can audio dramas be educational?

Yes, audio dramas can be educational. While they are primarily a form of entertainment, some audio dramas incorporate historical or scientific facts into their stories. For example, the audio drama podcast "The History of Rome" tells the story of the Roman Empire in an engaging and educational way. "The Bright Sessions" incorporates mental health themes and discussions about therapy into its fictional plot. Additionally, many audio dramas explore complex social issues, such as racism, sexism, and homophobia, which can be both entertaining and thought-provoking.