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“I loved everything about this podcast: I was swept up in the fiction and fascinated by the “talk” episodes. Honestly, it was brilliantly made and one of my all time favourites! I came away from listening to it enriched in so many ways. 10/10 (and I’m a tough room)”
HappyGenny via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/25/24
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“Fantastic production!! The story, the acting, the music, the expert teachings - everything is fantastic. 11/10 show”
sisanf via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/20/23
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“🎵So Good,
So Bright,
It’s all I need….🎵
(From a song by Jacob Collier, with somewhat edited lyrics)
This podcast is absolutely amazing. It is the best podcast I’ve listened to in a long long time. Usually I do not go for the story podcasts, preferring informative ones, but this just blew me...”Read full review »
Groot 4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/13/23
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“We need more shows like this one! 🙂”
vladi mil via Apple Podcasts ·
Bulgaria ·
04/13/22
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“I have this saved and I’ve listened more than once. Great for long plane rides to relax and escape. The sounds, info and acting is wonderful. Highly recommended!”
Katiej7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/22
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“I’m on my third listen. I love all three parts—fiction, sounds, and science/philosophy. Thank you, BBC.”
just another kate via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/22
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“Incredibly cutting edge, even the format of having the fictional podcast coupled with a conversation with an expert in a specific field they correlates with the story.”
Babshageg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/21
“I really wanted to listen to this, but it revolves around a recording of someone whistling the same 10 second melody over and over again off key. It was deeply irritating because of sound sensitivity issues, and even thought the story seemed really engaging I couldn’t make it past the first 15...”Read full review »
frankie97212 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/21
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“I really enjoyed this series. I listen to tons of audio drama podcast. This one was really well acted. The sound quality was excellent.
The story line was so interesting and different, I can see this story becoming an excellent movie series or tv series.”
BrigeMcQ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/21
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“Great acting and sound design. Also love that it is tied to a study about how nature affects our mood. Thank you!”
bonaroba via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/21
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“Not just one of my favorite podcasts but one of my favorite STORIES of all time.
I love the characters, the dialogue, the sounds, and music.
Its just amazing. Thank you so much.”
Abz201197472921 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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“This podcast is amazing. At so many levels. It takes a bit to get into it, so stay with it. I just loved the structure of it, three parts to each part , and how they work together. I also love the story and the discussion on the human. The podcast is just pure brilliant. But the sound! The sound...”Read full review »
shaunMaltese via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/18/21
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“Just close your eyes and listen, you can see this amazing story come to life. Loved this from beginning to end. The voices, the story and the imagery. Just wow!”
VikiM19 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/31/21
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“To make this clever story shine, listen with headphones. The triple episode style is brilliant. There’s a lot packed into this little space.”
Auxarcian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/21
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“I heard about Forest 404 at a podcasting conference, where there was discussion about how it combines science fiction and science, in a way that keeps audiences coming back for the story and learning about the world around is at the same time.
Initially I was intimidated by the format and was...”Read full review »
sumi3wow via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
02/03/21
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“Great story, great sound design, great music and interesting talks. Like the trinity of the podcast.”
SchlussMitLustig via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
01/01/21
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“This podcast was everything I love about podcasts... it had me imagining I was there and the audio is top quality.
Thanks so much!”
AmyLinc1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/28/20
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“Just download and listen. There are not enough superlatives to describe this”
_Anne_B_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
10/27/20
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“This was incredible. I loved all the additional soundscapes and talks that went alongside the story. The actors were convincing and I enjoyed uncovering what was going on as the plot progressed. The story alone was engaging and very moving, but those extra features really pushed this into...”Read full review »
IAmAnnaish via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/20
“Very talented voice actors, excellent story all with a really important theme and message. Loved it!”
Nick189 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/26/20
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“Listening is a thoroughly immersive experience! I’m in love with the richly textured voices, evocative sound scape and transformative world building in this amazing story. I thought the interviews would be disruptive, but experts were just what I needed in order to address all the questions and...”Read full review »
Poochensens via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
09/09/20
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“Great thought provoking story, amazing sound(s) and interesting and beautiful extras to the episodes. Love it!”
smpjngp via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
09/07/20
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“Really inspiring and innovative”
Nebrebmi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/05/20
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“The story, the music and the talks behind it all...go deep!”
b33vie via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/02/20
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“Same here.. really amazing sound production clearly made by highly skilled and talented people. It makes you wonder and think at the same time. Thank. You!”
Mariavera via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/31/20
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“A fantastic combination of sci fi drama, talks and soundscapes. It surpassed my expectations, I will have to listen to it all again :)”
Carmen Christensen via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/13/20
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“Amazing soundscape, very immersive! Must listen for all fiction lovers! Tells a very scary story about our future.”
ambervangeert via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
08/09/20
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“Loved it and suggested to a few friends!”
JeremyR16 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/20
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“And love the cast and production but just found it hard to get into sometimes”
birdy werdy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/17/20
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“This show is so good it’s hard to believe it’s real. Futuristic Dystopian Scifi Eco Survivalism with Intrigue. Plus essays about sound. Plus soundscapes. Every second is an adventure in sound, taking the listener to new people and places. I hope this podcast informs other creators to take risks...”Read full review »
~ Violet ~ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/20
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“This is one of the best podcasts I have heard. 3 parts every week. A sci-fi story of AI destroying our world. A fascinating and Inciteful talk about our world and our future and a beautiful soundscape. I am hooked. And Blueginger below is the reason we need podcasts like this.”
nemeanlion7 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/04/20
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“Perfect combination of everything!”
ines ka via Apple Podcasts ·
Slovenia ·
03/27/20
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“As far as the storyline goes, it’s fairly simple, but what’s cool are the extra episodes that more fully flesh out the themes. Really enjoyed this, & tree-huggers will love it :)”
CamaroGirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/20
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“Top class podcast. Brilliant writing and acting such an eye opener/ear. We should all take note.”
Chris & Julles via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/03/20
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“Give me more. Tell me about similar things. Please, I beg you!!!!! I love the mix between post apocalyptic future, nature sounds & science chats. So good”
Melbournefussyeater via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/28/19
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“As a musician, as a writer, as a person who loves sci-fi, it will not get any better than this amazing production! Thank you to the performers and producers / more of this, please and thanks!”
SkinnyTallz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/19
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“Wowsers what a fab podcast and amazing soundtrack loved ever second thank you guys”
sean 404 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/06/19
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“One of the coolest podcasts I’ve ever listened to. I love the sci-fi story, sound design, and companion episodes that talk about nature and provide soundscapes.”
Et c'est parti. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/19
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“Not usually into fiction podcasts, but this seems to be quite well produced and written. Looking forward to the rest of the episodes.
The world building and introduction is done quite well.”
4jbuerge via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
10/13/19
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“Great storytelling that is topical.”
zelda3910 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/19
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“Like nothing else I’ve listened to! Totally loved the story, the sounds, the ideas.”
SaraWoo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/04/19
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“I binge-listened to the entire series in 1 day. I loved the scientific explanations in between the episodes. The sounds of nature brought me at ease. Amazing voice acting”
RneeJj via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
08/31/19
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“I have never written a review before but I LOVED this series. The combination of the story, talks and soundscapes is so original and immersive. The sound episodes by Bonobo were my favourite, so rich and wonderful.
I hope they do another series!”
Kashters via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/21/19
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“This is a podcast for so many. If you are thinking about listening-just do it, you won’t regret. The story is captivating and based in fact along with the additional talks and soundscapes; this podcast quickly moved to the top of my highly recommended podcasts. Hoping for more content like this!”
Trinity Harrison-Clark via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/19
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“This was an amazingly well-designed show. Creating a future landscape out of nothing but sound requires creativity and innovation and this show delivers. Amazing voice acting and storytelling that’ll leave you elated and a heartbroken all at once. Absolutely excellent show.”
WednesdayChild80 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/15/19
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“Few minutes of the faux 'street' voice and I've had enough. Middle class BBC radio rubbish for middle class people pretending to be what ?”Read full review »
Craigtechno via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
07/10/19
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“Old science; nothing revolutionary here despite its put-upon pride. The soundtracks are the primary thing worth listening to, but they’re nothing more special than can be found on any nature or sleep app.”
SnowHare0376 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/19
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“This high quality ensemble of drama, fact and soundscape is a triumph of media production. The performances are compelling and the story well-paced and original. I was slowly drawn in and felt exactly the melancholy that the piece demands. Perfect use of the podcast genre. What great work.”
actualised via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/25/19
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“Brilliant bit of audible sci-fi love it”
moodybear1978 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/17/19
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“The sound design alone is worth listening this podcast, and then you add the acting and the story and get a great listening experience”
anauj_verke via Apple Podcasts ·
Chile ·
06/14/19
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