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“This podcast hits all of the marks: writing, imaginative story lines, acting, production, and it makes me homesick for a town I once called home.”
LeeEllenM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“But I seriously cannot stand the lip smacking that Leon’s sister does when she monologues. I’m trying to get thru it lol. But oh lord. Smack smack smack. Really wish stuff like that didn’t irritate me so much! But other than that, it’s a great podcast. Thanks for making it! And Leon’s sister:...”Read full review »
Sexy beast123333335555 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“This podcast is severely underrated. It is in the ranks of Wolf 359 in terms of acting, storytelling, weaving details beautifully throughout the series, and turning an absurd concept into something truly emotional and moving. This will go on my roster to regularly relisten. Truly a beautiful story.”
Umm Isa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/23
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“Absurd in the best ways possible, this show is mostly about community and the effects, knowingly and unknowingly, people have on each other's lives. Some great and fun stylistic storytelling, including: letters, recordings, Google calendars, monologues, narration, and real-world interviews....”Read full review »
MystifiedMermaid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/22
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“Best quirkiness in a storyline, supreme overall voice acting, perfect sound design (ex:the vacuum tube and stress squeezies), writing wizardry. AND new season coming soon!!! Take the time to catch up now!”
Autumn Flew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/21
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Anne Onimous II via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/21
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“The spirit of Lemony Snicket is alive and well in this show with its colorful characters, crazy misadventures, and interesting locations. I cannot recommend it enough.”
StephenTheViking via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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“Greater Boston has made me laugh. It's made me cry (like really cry on the MBTA in front of strangers). This show has some of the most gorgeous writing and stunning storytelling. It's a masterclass in character development and careful plotting. I cannot recommend it enough.”Read full review »
alittlejstillz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/18/20
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“I came across this podcast, not knowing what to expect. Unique storytelling. It’s a treat!”
Sener345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/18/20
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“I can’t express the amount of emotions Greater Boston makes me feel as I listen. The comedy is amazing and hits you like a Red Line so you can’t stop yourself from letting out a loud chuckle. The dripping emotion that can bring tears to my eyes and make me relate to the characters. The story is...”Read full review »
Briza Ramirez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/20
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“The production value of this show is insane. Some of the best acting in the game, high on the list of the many audio dramas I’ve heard. Consistently thoughtful at every step, the definition of detailed writing. Criminally underrated.”
13yroldtrash via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/20
“I have been beyond sad and scared for this country and the direction it has been seeming to drive relentlessly toward- the exact opposite of all that our forefathers prayed we would rise to. Listening to this has given me hope, that we must persevere even when it seems that the cards are forever...”Read full review »
telriel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/20
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“I started listening three weeks ago and am already caught up! I didn't realize how engrossing this would be. What a fun and weirdly hyperlocal story. I think the themes are universal enough you don't need to be from Boston or Metrowest to enjoy it”Read full review »
thefaeriesrevenge via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/20
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“I had this recommended to me a ton before I picked it up, and while I’m now a subscriber, I do think it has its issues. I love many of the stories and characters, but I feel like absurdism of the plot elements sometimes distracts from my ability to invest emotionally. If you’re down for something...”Read full review »
bannanachan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/20
“It took me longer than I’d like to admit to really appreciate this show for what it is (2 and a half seasons and then a re-listen of season 1). But once I finally came around, it became one of my all time favorites. The story is unique, the setting surreal and whimsical, the format fresh and...”Read full review »
wlizard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/20
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“This show is a hard one to explain to people but one I keep recommending! The world of Greater Boston is a treat that you must partake in.”
The_Lizard_King1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/09/20
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“At first I was just drawn in by the connections to Boston like the jokes about Dunkins/Market basket/etc because I’m a Bostonian and it was fun to relate, but the more I listened to the show the more invested I got. The writing is amazing and the story is really unique and interesting. I get...”Read full review »
miriamalso via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/20
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“As I saw mentioned in another review, it was hard to tell from the first episode as to how intriguing a story this tells. I’m a native Bostonian as well and really appreciate all the references and local callbacks in the show. The best part? How the Someday Cafe lives on in this podcast while the...”Read full review »
Judynguyen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/08/19
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“I’ll admit that I wasn’t sure sure about this after checking out the first episode. But if you give this a go, you won’t be disappointed! it’s one of those RARE shows that sticks in your brain.”
ArtGeekMom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/19
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“Holy crap, this is amazing. Just binged season 1, and episode 11, the “liberation” segment, was one of the most gorgeously written and performed pieces I’ve ever heard. Thanks to the entire team - it’s something that will stick with me.”
jerslix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/19
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“I just started listening and I have to say, I am totally hooked. The surrealistic alternative Boston of this podcast and its inhabitants are weird, wild, and endearing. A lot of fun to listen to!”
katiathemick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/19
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“I love this podcast SO much. I grew up in NJ right outside NYC and moved to the NC triangle area a couple of years ago, and I really just got oneshot by missing "subway network" and big northeastern city nostalgia. I MISS TRAINS SO BAD.
But really, Greater Boston is so good. My friend...”Read full review »
plokij909 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/19
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“So boring and what’s with the hillbilly harmonica that drones on and on?”
Ash8787421780 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/19
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“This was a slow burn for me but now I'm totally hooked. Love the mild surrealism, the interesting character overlaps, it's a fun show.”Read full review »
regan8or via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/19
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“Full of interesting surprises and strange plottwists. Love it!”
Amelia-kl via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
06/16/19
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“I may be biased as a resident of real-life Greater Boston, but this take on alternate universe Greater Boston is just delightful. What starts out as a fun little thought experiment about what would happen if the Red Line tried to succeed turns into an amazingly bonkers adventure featuring...”Read full review »
sco42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/19
“I love this show. Every character, no matter how repugnant, has depth and vulnerability and humor and sparks of brilliance. The writing is just...so good—they ways the stories and characters weave into and around each other. It builds this tactile world and city, makes you feel like you know the...”Read full review »
Tritogeneae via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/19
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“Greater Boston is a podcast with depth and characterization like few others. Every episode takes you deeper into the overreaching plot without feeling like it obsessively serves it; every character is richer than you expect; you're touched more deeply, absorbed more completely, than you could...”Read full review »
DeejSylvis via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/14/19
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“While the intertwining stories are quite enjoyable, fusing real interviews with the fiction created more chaos for me than add to the fictional story. Found the ‘Red Line cessation’ thread a little pretentious and pointless. Maybe I’m not the target audience for this one..”
Radio Drama Lover via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/19
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“Greater Boston is not only impressive in its story, with each seemingly independent plot line painstakingly intertwined with the others, it commands the medium. This is a story that must, MUST be listened to--the sound design doesn't just lend itself to sense of place but makes the settings...”Read full review »
JessGListener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/19
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“I've been looking for a good fiction podcast, and constantly come up against weak writing, but Greater Boston is amazing. The characters are charming, the writing always resolves itself, the dialogue is witty, and you always get the feeling it's aspiring to be even better than the...”Read full review »
JennyBonBon17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/19
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“It only got weirder. But what’s wrong with that? Love this show.”
Rainingpooh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/18
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“This is a truly wonderful podcast. The writers have woven a facinating tale with intricate and wonderful characters that are voiced hearchingly beautifully by the voice actors. The tale, interspersed with the stories and anacdotes from real Bostoners, is a beatiful story and definitely worth a...”Read full review »
sirensong55 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/24/18
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“Just an all-round delight - and the main narrator's voice is so pleasant and musical!”Read full review »
Saffron Willow via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/08/18
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“I was hooked from the very first episode. The writing, acting, and production are all excellent. I have binged listened to all the episodes so far and can't wait to find out where they take this story next. I listen to a lot of podcasts and this one really stands out.”Read full review »
Planet Ukulele via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/18
“I was skeptical after the first episode, but I quickly fell in after that. Quirky, funny, sweet, and endearing, this saga manages to make the unusual premise around which it’s built (the secession of Boston’s Red Line train route to become an autonomous city) feel important and in this...”Read full review »
Halvonator via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/18
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“I’ve never been to Boston or even the US but this podcast manages to give me a feel of the place: the writing makes it easy to imagine. The method of intertwining stories and interviews and how they all link together are like no other audio drama I’ve listened to, and the music is also...”Read full review »
AwesomeAnonymous 99<3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/27/18
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“The storytelling is near poetic. The narration weaves in beautifully and the characters are deep and intriguing. I adore it.”
fbeemcee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/18
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“Magical realism at its finest. This podcast manages to balance earnest political discourse with submarine voyages to hidden cities.
I'd say it's a roller coaster of a show, but that may be too soon.”Read full review »
jeffchaney via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/18
“GREATER BOSTON, for me, represents the current high-water mark for Audio Drama. It dares to have an expansive, diverse cast of characters. When I say "characters," I'm not talking about one joke half-ideas like you might encounter in some TV situation comedies, but truly complex...”Read full review »
EXOPLANETARY via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/18
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“The writing contained within this show is top notch, as is the sound design and everything else that comes with it. This is an Audio Drama that is well worth your time.”
p.f.m via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/18
“This podcast takes a few episodes to start connecting pieces, but it’s really interesting and rewarding when it does. It’s more subtle than the average audio drama and is well written, humorous, and links the characters to each other in rewarding ways.”
h3ll0d0lly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/18
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“one of the best podcasts out there. So witty, so unique, so good.”
LibThomas via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/12/18
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“This is such a fun and dynamic show, and I love the way each character’s storylines are intertwined! The characters are out there and the story is over the top, but it’s all done with a chill and down to earth feel that is VERY Boston. This writing is fantastic!”
kdimerc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/18
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“Whether you live in Boston or have never seen it in person, this podcast is a joy. The characters are quirky in all the best ways, and the plots of the episodes are always clever. As a long-time resident of Boston (but not a native Bostonian), I appreciate the cultural references to various sites...”Read full review »
JenLovesBugs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/18
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“Greater Boston does such a fantastic job of giving a voice to the everyday people of Greater Boston and does it in such a way that we all feel like we could be from there!”
Gabriel.Re via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/18
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“The world of audio drama is filled with the unique, but with Greater Boston the name fits the bill. From the first episode, it weaves perfectly between comedy, drama, adventure, political intrigue, and, oddly enough, the supernatural. Great storytelling and great voice acting.”
Mr_Nobody137 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/18
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“Greater Boston is a landmark in audio drama writing and production. The show dares to be strange, nonlinear, and whimsical. The production is beautiful and doesn't rely too much on dialogue to set the scene. This podcast balances humor and drama perfectly with topical themes but a good dose...”Read full review »
Wil | Podcast Problems via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/17
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“This show has such a strong voice. There's nothing else in my queue that sounds like it. I love it!”Read full review »
Sassquachcomics via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/17
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