
Makeshift Stories is an indie sci-fi, fantasy, and speculative fiction podcast. Each month, journey with us through uncharted futures, strange realities, and rebellious technologies. Let your imagination soar and discover what tomorrow might bring.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 448 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsScience FictionFiction | |||

While on holiday, Lena shows Erin an old photo of a woman who looks exactly like her. Initially, Erin dismisses the resemblance. However, when Lena reveals she is dying of cancer, Erin admits that it is her and that there are other historical images ... more
Hana Grabowski, a genetic engineer with a failing gene-mod business, takes a secretive contract to restore humanity’s appetite for impulsive behaviour. When her staff threatens to revolt, she uses a variant to alter their attitude. However, the mosqu... more
Nora, a scientist’s daughter, enlists true-crime host Alan Humphrey to solve the disappearance of her mother’s “deathbot.” At first, Humphrey is reluctant to take the job, but he can not resist the mystery. The clues soon take Humphrey from New Yello... more
Kenzo Tanaka, a washed-up intellectual property rights enforcer turned PI, takes a “lost dog” case from a woman he believes to be a dazzling biotech heiress. However, he soon discovers that the dog is a human-canine chimera growing a life-extending K... more
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Fantastic storytelling and just close enough to be genuinely scary.
This is hands down my favorite science fiction podcast. The stories are so creative and engaging.
So far, a pretty steady sci-fi podcast. Great to listen to while drawing or painting! Many thanks!
My favorite Sci-Fi podcast. Fun, imaginative and devoid of all of the sex and filthy language that is ruining the genre elsewhere. I wish the episodes came more than monthly. Stories and narration are excellent.
Clever, unpretentious srotmries
Usually a great listen
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A rich tapestry of narratives unfolds through imaginative storytelling that explores speculative futures, advanced technologies, and societal dilemmas. Episodes typically showcase uniquely crafted characters and thought-provoking scenarios, with recurring themes revolving around artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and ethical quandaries inherent in technological advancements. Unique storytelling elements draw listeners in and encourage them to ponder the implications of the narratives, sparking curiosity about how these tales mirror contemporary issues and potential futures.
Noteworthy is the podcast's family-friendly approach, making it accessible for listeners of all ages while presenting complex ideas without graphic content. ... more
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Original Science Fiction launched 17 years ago and published 448 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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