Wow, interesting @dylanjha. I remember hearing about this a while back but haven't given it a listen yet.
Is it just me or are there more serialized podcasts since Serial exploded last year?
@rrhoover I bet it is because of the explosive popularity of Serial. I'm down! I enjoy this format and it is actually a throwback to the old radio show days where stories (both fiction and non-fiction) were told week after week at the same time on a recurring radio show.
This Podcast is a fictional story told in episodes. I think there will be 7 episodes in all. Typically, I only consume non-fiction content on podcasts, but this story is enthralling. It's told from the perspective of investigative journalism (think Serial) about the infamous disappearance of a town/research facility where some of the best and the brightest from society have been living to conduct research related to the human brain.
The story is a bit spooky, yet captivating. I just started it this morning and already finished the first two episodes. Can't wait for 3.
I listened to the first episode not sure if it was fictional or not (once you get into it, it's obvious) but it *really* bothered me. I could see this format working in general but it's too over-the-top for me.
Yeah I find the plot to be interesting but some of the voice acting is cheesy and distracting. But I've listened to all 3 episodes so there's no turning back at this point. I'm sticking with it.
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