Afterlight Fictions

25 episodes
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Web <link> from RSS feed:
https://www.afterlightfictions.com
Database link:
https://afterlightfictions.buzzsprout.com
RSS Feed:
https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1937594.rss
Creator from RSS feed: Jonathan Marsh
Database Creators: Jonathan MarshSynopsis:
Welcome to your podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Stories are a mix of familiar and original works featuring music and sound effects to help immerse you in the world you're visiting. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Language: English
Format: Audio Book
Continuity: Anthology
Writing: Scripted
Voices: Solo
Genres: Fables and Fairy Tales and Folklore
Completion status: Not applicable
Not tagged: [Maturity] [Country of origin] [Transcript]
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Episodes:
Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400
[Ep24] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ...
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh.
Epidemic Sound Credits
Rock Water Fountain, Continuous Flow, Water Hitting Rocks, Plants (MS)
Geese, Multiple, Call, Fly Away
Crickets, Night, Distant Traffic, Distant Voices 01
Tropical, Distant Thunder, Rolling Thunder 02
Tropical, Distant Thunder, Booming Thunder 11
Entrance, Open, Close, Soft, Perspective
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0400
[Ep23] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ...
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh.
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0400
[Ep22] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Epidemic Sound Credits
Thieving Squirrels by The Fly Guy Five
Foley, Small Group, In Flight, Fast, Constant Flaps
Foley, Small, In Flight, Fast, Constant Flaps 01
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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The Willow-Wren and the Bear | Zzz
Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0400
[Ep21] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400
[Ep20] The story of a man driven to extremes. Is he mad - or justified?
Original story by Edgar Allan Poe.
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh.
Epidemic Sound Credits
Are You Alone? By Victor Lundberg
Mental Stillness by Jay Varton
Metal Squeaking, Squealing, Rubbing, Watering Can Vs. Little Shovel
Wood, Knocking, Heavy, Distant
Apartment Door, Knock Variations, Stereo 03
Heavy Metal Object, Drop On Trailer Floor Repeatedly, Wooden Surface, Deep Thud, Sanken 01
Friction, Big Wood Chest Drag On Floor
Old Large Grandfather Clock, Deep Hour Strike
Knife, Impact, Stab Body, Squelch, Blood 05
Impact, Bones, Flesh, Hard, Splatters, Bloody 03
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
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Sat, 31 May 2025 23:00:00 -0400
[Ep19] The story of a man driven to extremes. Is he mad - or justified?
Original story by Edgar Allan Poe
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Sat, 31 May 2025 22:00:00 -0400
[Ep18] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Epidemic Sound Credits
In Disguise by The Fly Guy Five
Sneaky Business by J.R. Productions
Stagecoach, Pulled By Horse, Metal Rattle, Shake, Impacts, Movement
Money, Coins In Hand, Movement 02
Money, Coins in Hand, Movement 01
Telephone Directory, Page Turn 02
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Sat, 31 May 2025 21:00:00 -0400
[Ep17] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Sat, 31 May 2025 20:00:00 -0400
[Ep16] Tired, irritated, and confused - our protagonist searches out the reason for his current ailments.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Epidemic Sound Credits
A Funny Soul by Martin Landstrom
Stairs, Wooden, Rattling, Creaky, Run Up, Down
Human, Drinking Coffee, Male, Slurping
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
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Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0500
[Ep15] Five floors, four stops, and one urge to use the restroom.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:00:00 -0500
[Ep14] Each night - twelve princesses disappear from their rooms, and each night - they return with worn out shoes. Where have they been going, and what have they been doing?
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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The Twelve Dancing Princesses | Zzz
Fri, 31 Jan 2025 18:00:00 -0500
[Ep13] Each night - twelve princesses disappear from their rooms, and each night - they return with worn out shoes. Where have they been going, and what have they been doing?
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:00:00 -0400
[Ep12] A young princess learns the value in keeping her promises.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:00:00 -0400
[Ep11] A young princess learns the value in keeping her promises.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
Tap here to text the show and say hello!
Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0400
[Ep10] When a soldier is discarded by a cold-hearted king, vengeance comes in an unexpected form.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0400
[Ep9] When a soldier is discarded by a cold-hearted king, vengeance comes in an unexpected form.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
Tap here to text the show and say hello!
Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0400
[Ep8] A story about a horse no longer wanted by his owner, and how a little kindness from a fox helped to change his fate.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge | Zzz
Fri, 31 May 2024 23:00:00 -0400
[Ep7] Peyton Farquhar is awaiting his execution. Will he escape, or will his life end in the noose?
Original story by Ambrose Bierce
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Fri, 31 May 2024 22:00:00 -0400
[Ep6] Some memories stick around longer than others.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
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Melodies | Never-ending battles, coffee, comfort, and decisions of the heart
Fri, 31 May 2024 21:00:00 -0400
[Ep5] Each episode titled "Melodies" features a variety of different poems.
Chapter markers for each poem may be found with supporting platforms.
Titles in order of appearance:
Original poems and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500
[Ep4] A story of four animals that decide to embark on an adventure to the city and become musicians. Not all goes as planned, and there are lessons to be learned about what happened in reality versus what is told to others.
Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm
Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 22:00:00 -0500
[Ep3] The stars and planets of our galaxy can be a beautiful backdrop for some of the best memories - and other horrors.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500
[Ep2] Julia is spending another summer day at the cemetery, and that is not exactly her idea of fun.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 20:00:00 -0500
[Ep1] Thomas is a young boy, living in an ordinary home, and he is confident that monsters and other goblins aren't real. Find out if he’s right.
Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
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Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:00:00 -0400
New episodes are released three times per year (January/May/September), and each release date will contain multiple new episodes.
If you are searching for something to help fall asleep, keep an eye out for episodes with the “Zzz” in the title. Those episodes have less music and sound effects and are produced more like an audiobook.
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Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when new episodes are published!
Music & Sound FX obtained from these awesome resources:
Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.
Individual episode images generated with Microsoft Copilot.
Email the show at afterlightfictions@gmail.com
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