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The Bright Sessions

Atypical Artists
The Bright Sessions
Bloopers
Supernatural Abilities
10th Anniversary
Atypical Artists
Therapy
Voice Acting
Audio Production
Community Engagement
Audio Drama
Live Streams
Comedy
Blooper Reel
Harper
Kamehameha
Demon
Friendship
Apocalypse
Power Dynamics
Cole

The Bright Sessions is a science fiction audio drama that follows a group of therapy patients. But these are not your typical patients - each has a unique supernatural ability. The show documents their struggles and discoveries as well as the motivations of their mysterious therapist, Dr. Bright.

The show was created by Lauren Shippen and is a production of Atypical Artists. The show has seven se... more

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Dr. Joan Bright catches up with an old friend.

On November 1st, 2015, we published the first episode of The Bright Sessions. None of us could have imagined what came next.

Thank you for listening to The Bright Sessions over the last 10 years. While... more

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Here are never-before-heard bloopers from the seventh season, The College Tapes! Thank you so much to everyone who attended our livestreams celebrating this season and we hope to see you at the next! Visit atypicalartists.co/10years for more info.

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TWO THOUSAND AND LATE premieres September 8th, 2025. The 10 episode first season follows the story of thirty-six year old Harper who, at a dead-end in her life, is unexpectedly possessed by a demon sent to end the world. Harper isn't interested in th... more

Here are never-before-heard bloopers from the sixth season, The AM Archives! Thank you so much to everyone who attended our livestreams celebrating this season and we hope to see you at the next! Visit atypicalartists.co/10years for more info.

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Host

Lauren Shippen
Creator and Writer, known for her work in audio drama and her contributions to the science fiction genre.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 11.7k ratings
  • Love

    Third time listening, love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kas.Khaos
    United Statesa month ago
  • Favorite Audio Series

    You guys don’t understand how much I love this series, everything about it is perfect the actors the pacing the plot it’s all so good I feel like I can vividly picture it all in my head 5/5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jada onye
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the story just not the entitlement

    Love the powers and everything like that. Reminds me of xmen in a way. I just thought Damien and mark are very toxic and could give people the wrong ideas. Also the entitlement issues of most of the characters really is scary. There’s so many people like this in real life and it almost sensationalizing it in this podcast which is what’s scary. Not everyone needs to know everything about everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Colton Loulias :)
    United States2 months ago
  • Insightful

    I felt the plot kinda skewed more towards superhero stuff than the mental health aspects as time went on. Still an amazingly solid heartfelt story.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    h3artofg0ld
    Canada2 months ago
  • Late finding it, but glad I did

    The humanity in the story and of the characters really hits. The character, Frank, is really emotive and feels so genuine. I love the story. Tops for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kddoc11447755
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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There are mixed feelings on pacing and character development over the seasons, with some individuals expressing nostalgia for earlier episodes.
Technical aspects such as audio mixing have received criticism, but overall quality remains commendable.
Some highly praise the show's unique combination of science fiction and mental health discussions.
The representation of LGBTQIA+ themes is well-received and resonates with many.
Listeners appreciate the captivating storytelling and the emotional depth of the characters.

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Apple Podcasts
#112
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Apple Podcasts
#50
Canada/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#142
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#128
Australia/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#130
Italy/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#207
Philippines/Top Podcasts

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What is The Bright Sessions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes explore the intersection of mental health and supernatural abilities through the unique lens of therapy. Each character grapples with their own challenges, highlighting themes of community, emotional health, and personal growth. The storytelling often weaves in elements of science fiction, touching on diverse topics such as death, power dynamics, and the human experience in a compelling narrative format. A notable aspect of this series is its commitment to representing LGBTQIA+ narratives, which enhances its relevance and relatability for a modern audience.

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1. TWO THOUSAND AND LATE
2. The Amelia Project
3. Wolf 359
4. How i Died
5. Midnight Burger

How many episodes of The Bright Sessions are there?

The Bright Sessions launched 10 years ago and published 125 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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