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After Impact

Rebecca Kopycinski
Thotbot
Her
Anonymous
Child Research
1960s Women's Magazines
Diet Culture
Contraband
Mid-20th Century Society
Teen Magazine
Erotica
Advertising Manipulation
The Magic Shop
Reagan Esther Myer
The Glitch Tapes
Impact
Ghost Stories
Ergonomic Design
Marketing Ethics
Naked Bike Ride
Summerville, Massachusetts

After Impact follows the story of Reagan Esther Myer, one of the survivors of a mysterious apocalyptic event called Impact. Shortly after joining the pilot program for ThotBot, a brain implant that erases "harmful" memories and dulls emotions, she begins her life living in an abandoned shopping mall and producing survivalist tutorials for a crumbling world. Shortly after arriving at her new post, ... more

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It's true. I'm behind schedule. This Leo was seduced by the sweet siren song of her season! Since the completion of the scripts, I've recorded my lines and those with several old and new cast members and *some* of the sound effects. I hit a point  wh... more

In this week’s Glitch Tape, I utilize three distinct British accents to bring to life a short story about a man, his kid, and a “rum” shopkeep/conjurer in H.G. Wells’ short story, The Magic Shop. That’s GENUINE magic, of course. Anytime I can put on ... more

On this week’s Glitch Tape, we time travel (my favorite thing) to July 1995, exactly 30 years ago, with an issue of LIFE. This is the absolute dawn of the Information Superhighway and even the personal computer as a Thing. I mean, now it’s in our poc... more

WARNING: not for children's ears! Not Safe For Work! Will they make it work or will it crumble to dust? We reach the thrilling climax of this tawdry tale. And a story from a listener featuring an equal amount of nudity.  Call (757) 7-GLITCH to leave ... more

I swear this episode is not about grooming youngsters. From  a 1977 TV Guide, we learn about how Big TV Commercial has been brainwashing us since the get go. Plus a delightful story about a road trip that was fire. 💨🔥 Call (757)7-GLITCH to leave yo... more

WARNING: NSFW and for adult ears only. This week, we "thrust" ourselves into the world of paperback smut. Count how many times the word "flesh" is used; incidentally, one of my favorite words. And a story from a listener about a swan dive among stran... more

Dive into the world of mid-century female conformity with excerpts from a magazine for teen girls circa April 1960. Discover the optimal number of calories "Fat Pat" consumes thanks to her willpower. Learn the optimal height and weight if you stand a... more

Long story short: Season 2 of After Impact is coming Friday, August 22. Until then, enjoy some contraband and some of YOUR stories on The Glitch Tapes. Call in with your own story (757)7-GLITCH!!

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Rebecca Kopaszczynski
Creator and producer of After Impact and The Glitch Tapes.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Excellent Voice Acting!

    The story is very atmospheric. The voice acting is very good. There is a bit in the 4th episode (I think?) where the main character is grumbling about the situation and just - I really felt I was there with them! I do like stories where the protagonist is opening the magic box and moving from mystery to mystery. There was a lot of satisfaction for listeners who like that. The framing of the story was very exciting too, takes and written memos. I did find the introduction of the thotbot program t... more

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The format and interactive elements add a refreshing twist, making it engaging for an audience that enjoys self-reflection alongside entertainment.
Listeners appreciate the compelling storytelling and unique character perspectives, particularly enjoying the balance of humor and depth.
Some critiques mention pacing issues, particularly in earlier episodes, but overall feedback suggests a strong endorsement for those who enjoy young adult sci-fi with a focus on personal narratives.

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An intriguing narrative unfolds around the character of Reagan Esther Myer, who emerges as a survivor in the aftermath of a calamitous event known as Impact. The intertwining themes of memory manipulation, emotional suppression, and survivalism are expertly illustrated through her experiences as she navigates life in an abandoned shopping mall, all while partaking in the ThotBot program. This apocalyptic audio drama presents a unique blend of fiction, humor, and science, inviting listeners into a multi-platform experience that includes performance elements alongside traditional storytelling. Episodes explore various thought-provoking societal issues while maintaining a strong engagement through vivid storytelling and rich character developm... more

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