Best Narrative Podcast Series I’ve Listened To
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“I write this mostly about Season 6, “The Sisters.”
I’ve listened to a ton of “troubled adult finds/rediscovers a mysterious object that in turn recalls a buried past” media (Candle Cove is a critically underrated example of this), yet the writers and actors of this series make it fresh and engaging. Whoever wrote this definitely did their research, and it shows in the product, while simultaneously avoiding being overly didactic. A lot of writers, when they find an interesting topic, will over-explain it, yet this series manages to ground the information in what its CHARACTERS would find interesting and pertinent. The writing truly keeps you guessing, and uses the typical form of “researcher becomes obsessed with a mysterious artifact” to lead the listener away from what I am going to assume is the final twist of the series (only seven episodes have been released as I write this), while subtly hinting at it. They also do a great job of making it haunting without stooping to cliche horror tropes.
I would also like to say that Mae Whitman’s performance is extraordinary. She truly gives her all to the character, and manages to portray a complex personage very well. Episode 7 was a standout performance. I was also pleasantly surprised to see David Morrissey on the IMDB page; he is a truly underrated actor and his casting just shows the entire productions dedication to portraying complex characters. I’d also say that the Orla McDonough, the actress for Mary and Maude is one of—if not the best—child actors I’ve ever witnessed give a performance. I was so impressed that for a second, I didn’t believe that it wasn’t a child actor, but some Grey DeLisle type actress. I only lived in the North for two years, and am originally American, but it is my understanding that this actress is Irish, and her Northern accent (at least to my American ears) is very impressive.
Overall, highly, HIGHLY recommend this podcast; everyone gave their all for it, and it shows.”
kayakborat1906 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/23
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“The writing, the direction, the acting and the atmosphere…bravo.”
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10/22/22
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“The Sisters is the best podcast I’ve listened to in a long time…hands down! 🙌🏻 and definitely the best podcast from Realm. The concept, writing, and production are amazing…I’m going to have to do some more research behind the story that inspired this - because I’m officially fascinated. Can’t...”Read full review »
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United States of America ·
09/27/23
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