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Welcome to your podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Stories are a mix of familiar and original works featuring music and sound effects to help immerse you in the world you're visiting. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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[Ep24] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ... Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh. Epidemic Sound Credits Beryllium by Farrell Wooten Rock Water Fountain, Continuous Flow, Water Hitting Rocks, Plants (MS) Geese, Multiple, Call, Fly Away Crickets, Night, Distant Traffic, Distant Voices 01 Tropical, Distant Thunder, Rolling Thunder 02 Tropical, Distant Thunder, Booming Thunder 11 Sneakers, Gravel, Walk, Close Car Pass, Slow, Asphalt Entrance, Open, Close, Soft, Perspective F...
[Ep23] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ... Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh. Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in i...
[Ep22] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Epidemic Sound Credits Thieving Squirrels by The Fly Guy Five Pitfall by Arthur Benson Willow Warbler Singing, Foley, Small Group, In Flight, Fast, Constant Flaps Foley, Small, In Flight, Fast, Constant Flaps 01 Bumble Bees 01 Cow Moo Car...
[Ep21] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say h...
[Ep20] The story of a man driven to extremes. Is he mad - or justified? Original story by Edgar Allan Poe. Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh. Epidemic Sound Credits Sleep Forever by Luella Gren Are You Alone? By Victor Lundberg Mental Stillness by Jay Varton Cinematic, 75 BPM 115 Beats Per Minute Cinematic, 45 BPM Metal Squeaking, Squealing, Rubbing, Watering Can Vs. Little Shovel Wood, Knocking, Heavy, Distant Apartment Door, Knock Variations, Stereo 03 Heavy Metal Object, Drop O...
[Ep19] The story of a man driven to extremes. Is he mad - or justified? Original story by Edgar Allan Poe Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genr...
[Ep18] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Epidemic Sound Credits In Disguise by The Fly Guy Five Sneaky Business by J.R. Productions Horse Hooves, Passby Stagecoach, Pulled By Horse, Metal Rattle, Shake, Impacts, Movement Money, Coins In Hand, Movement 02 Money, Coins in Hand, Movement 01 Telephone Dire...
[Ep17] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is ...
[Ep16] Tired, irritated, and confused - our protagonist searches out the reason for his current ailments. Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh Epidemic Sound Credits A Funny Soul by Martin Landstrom Stairs, Wooden, Rattling, Creaky, Run Up, Down Human, Drinking Coffee, Male, Slurping Golden Retriever, Panting 02 Walking Up And Down Stairs Sniff, Smell, Close Tea Cup Smash Female Shock Female Scream 01 Coffee Machine, Percolating Bus, Distant, Multiple Short XXXXXXXXXXXX Tap h...
[Ep15] Five floors, four stops, and one urge to use the restroom. Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it. Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you a...
[Ep14] Each night - twelve princesses disappear from their rooms, and each night - they return with worn out shoes. Where have they been going, and what have they been doing? Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the ...
[Ep13] Each night - twelve princesses disappear from their rooms, and each night - they return with worn out shoes. Where have they been going, and what have they been doing? Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show a...
[Ep12] A young princess learns the value in keeping her promises. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it. Subscribe to th...
[Ep11] A young princess learns the value in keeping her promises. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styl...
[Ep10] When a soldier is discarded by a cold-hearted king, vengeance comes in an unexpected form. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here wh...
[Ep9] When a soldier is discarded by a cold-hearted king, vengeance comes in an unexpected form. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and ...
[Ep8] A story about a horse no longer wanted by his owner, and how a little kindness from a fox helped to change his fate. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - After...
[Ep7] Peyton Farquhar is awaiting his execution. Will he escape, or will his life end in the noose? Original story by Ambrose Bierce Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake! Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies...
[Ep6] Some memories stick around longer than others. Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it. Subscribe to the official newsletter today, so you are notified when ne...
[Ep5] Each episode titled "Melodies" features a variety of different poems. Chapter markers for each poem may be found with supporting platforms. Titles in order of appearance: My NemesisComfortAn Ode to Coffee ShopsThe Responses to LifeNight Runner Original poems and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in ima...
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This is some of your best work to date!! Well done.
Extremely fun and light. I plan to play these for my daughter. She appreciates a well-told story as much as I do. Thank you for doing these. Keep it up, please.