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Top 30 Drama Podcasts

Jun 1, 2023

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

21 Episodes

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Avg Length 65m

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Latest episode 1 day ago

An actual play TTRPG podcast that is done by professionals who—wait, this says UNprofessionals. Hmm. Well, it’s a podcast I suppose. It is done by some monsters, and they roll dice. And it also thinks its an old timey radio show!

Join us on the first season of our FateCore powered adventure, as we explore The Uncanny Valley—an eerie world of fantasy, cowboys, and steam power!

67 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 8 days ago

Skip the ads1 Become a Subscriber for only 99 cents: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scarystoriespod/subscribe Are you afraid of the dark? Maybe you should be... SCARY STORIES is an audio horror anthology featuring world premieres and new adaptations. Trigger warning: Our stories may include graphic descriptions of gore or terrifying events. Please listen at your own risk. scarystoriespod.com youtube.com/@scarystoriespod @scarystoriespod

1236 Episodes

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Avg Length 36m

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Latest episode 6 hours ago

Are you ready for a mystery? Every day Monday-Saturday, we feature a different detective audio drama from the Golden Age of Radio. Our current mystery-solving line-up of radio detectives includes Sam Spade, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, Dangerous Assignment, Philo Vance, and Tales of the Texas Rangers.
Whether you're wanting 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.
This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

7 Episodes

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Avg Length 22m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

Emily Swanson was a normal barista in a local Chicago cafe when strange things started happening around her. Now, she doesn’t know who to trust or who is trying to take advantage of her. To make things worse, she just might cause the end of the world.
Find our shows at www.creativetypo.com
This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5732273/advertisement

201 Episodes

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Avg Length 49m

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Latest episode 5 days ago

What would happen if you put every DND cliche into a bag of holding and then beat it with a humor stick? There’s only one way to find out!
A Fool’s Quest is a Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Comedy Podcast, filled with music, sound FX and terrible puns! New episodes every Friday and every episode is under one hour! No marathons!
Explicit content included. (we say bad words)
“A Fool's Quest is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.”
This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4705205/advertisement

83 Episodes

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Avg Length 62m

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Latest episode 5 days ago

Abstract Adventures is a DnD podcast with a brand new DM, and we’re making everything up as we go. Every city, every encounter and even our cast of player characters has been left to the fate of the dice. Join us every Friday for cozy story-telling, relentless puns, and unpredictable adventures~

115 Episodes

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Avg Length 33m

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Latest episode 7 days ago

Multi-award winning horror podcast featuring creepy stories with full audio production written by Black writers and performed by Black actors. So scary it’ll make you want to leave your night light on.

72 Episodes

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Avg Length 12m

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Latest episode 21 days ago

Into the Night is a short story anthology written by author Caroline Giammanco and narrated by Nari Kwak. Ranging from science fiction to paranormal to general fiction, each story offers listeners the unexpected. Find out which twisted path will lead you Into the Night.
This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4897052/advertisement

55 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 4 days 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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58 Episodes

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Avg Length 76m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

At Franchise Detours, we believe no movie series travels in a straight line. And through both standalone episodes or ongoing "mega-series," we aim -- one movie franchise at a time -- to explore the wild paths they tread through cinematic history.

197 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

Listen to the entire epic series, which follows Survivors in Los Angeles after the world has been turned upside down.


It begins with “A Story of Survival” which spans from Chapters 1-48. Our survivors band together, fortify a safe haven known as the Tower, and discover that the Infected are far from the biggest threat they will have to face.


The adventure continues with two mini-series:


“Lockdown” - A small group of inmates and prison guards are trapped in the T-block at Twin Towers Jail. They are forced to work together and find a way to escape while the rest of the world ends around them.


“Goldrush” - Set 17 years after the main events of “A Story of Survival”, this is a recollection story that describes the efforts of the four Soldiers as they attempt a side mission to retrieve a suspected stash of gold bullion.


Our newest season is “We’re Alive: Descendants”:


The story of survival continues; the fight is not over.

18 years after the Outbreak, the world is starting to re-organize and rebuild, but many different forms of humanity are still struggling to survive in the aftermath. Nicholas Tink grew up in the shadow of his father- the late, great, Saul Tink. Little does he know that deep in the places where infected dwell, another descendant lies waiting.



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215 Episodes

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Avg Length 62m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Join Lauren of Fashion Grunge Magazine and friends as we (mostly) talk 90s movies, culture, and the tv shows that defined our youth.

269 Episodes

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Avg Length 24m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

Ostium is a fictional podcast about a man who discovers a secret town with many doors that lead him to strange and interesting places.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ostium.


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42 Episodes

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Avg Length 57m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Season 1: Down By The Bay

37 Episodes

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Avg Length 19m

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Latest episode 20 days ago

The LaFresian Chronicles: Arsen Audio Drama follows a young woman named Aurelie who, after the death of her parents embarks on a quest to learn the truth her family and her identity in the magical world of LaFresia.

37 Episodes

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Avg Length 10m

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Latest episode 14 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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21 Episodes

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Avg Length 30m

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Latest episode 6 months ago

It is March, 1915 in France, and just behind the front lines a woman is running for her life. She does not run from enemy soldiers or falling mortars; a far more sinister creature stalks her, one created by bloodshed and black magic. This is the newest threat in a war growing uglier by the day, and it won't be the last. Or the worst.


But this woman is not a civilian. As a knight of the Order of Joan, she is only one of a legion of women with a long history of monster hunting. So when she runs, she does not do so blindly; it's all part of the larger plan.


The Harrowing of Minerva Damson is an action-horror podcast. Interested in supporting the Order and its knights? Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/theharrowingofminervadamson, or donate on Acast at supporter.acast.com/the-harrowing-of-minerva-damson. If you'd like to browse the latest Order war bulletins, you can visit our website at www.orderofjoanheadquarters.com or follow us on Instagram @theharrowingofminervadamson, on Tumblr at the-harrowing-of-minerva-damson, and on Twitter @HarrowingPod. You can also listen to the latest broadcast on YouTube on our channel, The Harrowing of Minerva Damson.

Get bonus content on Patreon

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-harrowing-of-minerva-damson.



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108 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 3 months ago

The Night‘s End Podcast is a short story podcast. With a focus on dark fiction, it will leave you screaming for the night‘s end before each story is through.

108 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 19 hours 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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98 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 13 hours 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

91 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 6 months ago

An original radio drama telling a tale of gothic suspense. Strangers Issy, Drew and Cate, siblings separated as infants, are summoned to their family home, the mysterious Harridge House, located in the equally mysterious town of Harridge, Nevada. What secrets are the residents of Harridge House hiding... and willing to do anything to protect? For information: diazmediagroup@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/harridgehouse/support

77 Episodes

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Avg Length 51m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

A family-friendly, fantasy-focused, Homebrew Dungeons and Dragons, DND, actual-play podcast. In the world of Kel-eth, your Host Chaos Bard, Saulum, and his side kick Quill, the phoenix feather, follow a group of heroes so they can tell their tale! If you like what you hear please like, subscribe, and share with your friends! We also have a twitter account for questions, interactions with the cast, and podcast updates on Instagram: @ Tomes of the Chaos Bard, Twitter: @ChaosBardPod, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1078849449250614, Email: chaosbardpod@gmail.com

39 Episodes

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Avg Length 24m

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Latest episode 15 days ago

"My Name Is Sheba" is a fictional podcast about the creative life and the beautiful struggle. It chronicles the journey of iconic jazz/R&B artist Sheba Hawkins's rise from obscurity to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. Narrated by Grammy award winning producer Monroe Jones, and based on the music of Kandace Springs, "My Name Is Sheba" is a different kind of story.

19 Episodes

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Avg Length 16m

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Latest episode 17 days ago

Amon Heights is a completely ordinary town in New Jersey. Everything is fine. Nothing is wrong.


Nothing Is Wrong is a horror anthology podcast taking place in and around the fictional town of Amon Heights, New Jersey.

Get bonus content on Patreon

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62 Episodes

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Avg Length 32m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

Young heroes bound in love and kinship are forced on a quest to discover the truth behind the magic of dragons and seek those that stole it, before their world itself is destroyed by the growing power of the Dark Army.. Raised by former knights in hiding, they have grown up taking on different skills, each one unique and valuable to each other. Not only use of magic or mastery of a sword they are also tied to a great destiny. A destiny foretold in lost tomes they have yet to discover, but their world is cloaked in a great shadow that is spreading like a sickness which they seek to overcome. Young Cordelia the fire mage, squire-in-training Benedict, sailor Zorin and the deadly swordmaster Sophie fall under the tutelage of Elloveve Hawklight. a secretive yet legendary elven scout archer when their home town of OallEnAkhan is destroyed. Destroyed by the local Justice, and Zorin’s father, Lord Pallus and his Dark Army. An army growing increasingly more powerful with the addition of a powerful dark cleric of an evil queen of death and her legions of dragons. Finding themselves a decade older yet escaping the ashes of yet another lost home they set out to find passage across the great sea to the Ivory Library. Seeking knowledge within its infinite halls guarded by the ancient order of Stone Monks Cordelia finds the answer. They must find the dragons of virtue and seek their help to turn the tide. All knowledge has its price though, and Cordelia must pay for it by recording her own story, and reliving the worst night of her life all over again. This is what takes place in just the first season of this clean family-friendly, fantasy epic. Originally created simply to record the events of a collaborative roleplaying game it has now grown to a production including over 80 voice actors, original scoring and sound design by the game master himself, and resulting in hours of quality entertainment. Many of the echoes of life’s struggles came out organically at the table between the players as friends and were captured in the story. Struggles that come with lessons, and overall those lessons are to be a better person, both to those around them as well as themselves. You can also find our transcripts at Codex.DiceTowerTheatre.com to follow along with the script and story.

42 Episodes

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Avg Length 43m

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Latest episode 27 days ago

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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77 Episodes

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Avg Length 16m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

After a rough year, I thought I would move to the East Coast to get some fresh air and try something new... I can't explain it, but something about the new house and this whole state feels...off. For business inquiries, please email TheCellarLetters@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CellarLetters?fan_landing=truewww.thecellarletters.com

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42 Episodes

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Avg Length 46m

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Latest episode 13 hours ago

A personal exploration of Isaac Asimov's Foundation epic, including commentary and analysis.

21 Episodes

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Avg Length 26m

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Latest episode 22 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

203 Episodes

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Avg Length 54m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

A weekly podcast which reads out ghost stories, horror stories and weird tales every week. Classic stories from the pens of the masters. Occasionally we feature living authors, but the majority, are dead. Some perhaps are undead. Get exclusive episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/barcud

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