
Alternative Stories and Fake Realities is the anthology podcast of the spoken-word audio production company Alternative Stories.
Working with poets, novelists and dramatists we tell stories and share the work of writers including radio plays, short fiction, book excerpts and writer interviews. We also explore the things that inspire writers including folklore and mythology as well as sharing co... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In this episode of the Alternative Stories podcast we're chatting with poet, novelist and audio drama writer Madeleine F White about the two books she is publishing in the first part of 2025; the poetry collection 'The Horse and The G... more
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There are hundreds of Blue Plaques on buildings around London commemorating the famous people who lived there at some time in the building’s history . But only one building has three plaques for three different people who lived in th... more
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In this short episode Chris Gregory and Emily Inkpen introduce two new Alternative Stories audio drama series. You can hear trailers for our two new shows Wasteland and Burnout which are both available on their own podcast platforms... more
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In orbit around our planet, an alien creature is listening in on Earth noise. One sound in particular seems to have a greater significance than others but what does it mean and how will Skim and Beta find out more about it? In our f... more
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In this episode we look at the world of gaming and discuss the many and varied storytelling styles and approaches within games. Our guests are games industry expert, actual-play podcaster and author Oscar Clark and novelist, audio dr... more
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In this bonus episode of the podcast we are looking at the Script Club New York City production of "The Out-Of-Towners Club", an adapted version of an audio drama that originally ran on this podcast back in 2019.
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In this episode we are introducing another Alternative Stories podcast you may enjoy. The Writers' Gym features Chris Gregory, Dr Rachel Knightley and Emily Inkpen and each week we discuss a different writing topic. Whether you are ... more
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The Bone Diver is the latest novel from Chicago born novelist Angie Spoto who now lives in Edinburgh. Telling the story of Keir, an expert diver who is unable to kill, The Bone Diver is a gothic tale of family, the legend of the selk... more
Sometimes interview, sometimes performance, Alternative Stories and Fake Realities showcases writers of all kinds. The variety is its strength; the show has poets, dramatists, novelists, and other creatives on, meaning the audience can be surprised by each episode. It's a well-produced, high quality show perfect for those hungry for the written word and the performance of it.
A gift of rich collaborations, talented writers, actors, and musicians, all tied together with Chris Gregory's superbly slick production bow. It's all just exquistely done; transportative, immersive, escapism.
Alternative Stories and Fake realities is an amazing hub of talent. The wide range of content always keeps me on my toes. An incredible platform for everyone! It is an honour to be part of this amazing podcast.
Brilliantly produced and very entertaining.
Love the quality and variety of material created by this podcast. You can tell that everyone involved is passionate about good story-telling and production. Highly recommended!
Good stuff. You know it!
Some wonderful storytelling and a wide variety of stories. Highly recommended!
The voices and music in this podcast are so beautiful. Allow your mind to be captured by this magnificent storytelling.
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Really enjoying the plays and non-fiction pieces you're producing. Great sound quality and production. The music for Selkie is amazing! Keep them coming.
The Alternative Stories Podcast is an Informative and Interesting Show! I recommend taking a listen!
This is a great pdocast with so many incredible genres of work, made by a wide variety of incredible people. Highly recommend.
These are broken down in to segments that actually make you want to listen! They don't get boring, and the story-telling is great!
I’ve listened to every show up to February 2020 and I would highly recommend to audio drama fans... it’s cool having new shows with new writers and collaborations almost every week. The is an integrity and depth to the writing that explores a wide range of topics.
This podcast is so well done and engaging. I’m excited to listen to more. I’ve missed the radio drama from my childhood and it seems I have it back. Stylish and beautiful work.
Phenomenal content beautifully presented - this is audio cinema. Everything is tasteful, all the performances polished and wonderful, and the production quality is first-rate. Highly recommended from a fellow audio drama producer!
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This anthology podcast brings together a rich variety of spoken-word performances, showcasing the works of poets, novelists, and dramatists. Episodes feature compelling narratives through formats such as radio plays, short fiction, book excerpts, and interviews with writers, providing listeners with a unique auditory experience. Each episode is likely to touch on themes of folklore and mythology, enhancing the storytelling with deeper cultural connections. The diverse range of content, alongside the emphasis on literary arts, makes it a captivating listen for those passionate about literature and storytelling in all its forms. With nearly 150 episodes available, there is a wealth of material for listeners seeking thought-provoking narrative... more
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Alternative Stories and Fake Realities launched 6 years ago and published 162 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Alternative Stories and Fake Realities include:
1. Madeleine F. White
2. Emma Griffiths
3. Jackie Jorgenson
4. Roger Lipson
5. Jess Thompson
6. Alex Highsmith
7. Angie Spoto
8. Alanna Duffield
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