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 seasons, including the previously paywalled Seasons 6 and 7, The AM Archives and The College Tapes. ...
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GET READY TO WREAK SOME HAVOC! This new fiction podcast from the writer that brought you The Bright Sessions and Bridgewater follows the story of Harper, a thirty-six year old nihilist whose life is upended when she’s possessed by a demon hell-bent on bringing about the apocalypse. Harper doesn’t want to end the world, but the demon gives her more power than she’s had in her life in a long time. In a world where so many people abuse their power, will Harper be any different? TWO THOUSAND AND ...
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BREAKER WHISKEY is an ongoing, daily microfiction podcast exploring one woman’s journey to find additional survivors in an America made empty by an unknown event in the late 1960s. In 1968, two women find themselves in rural Pennsylvania during what turns out to be some kind of apocalyptic event. By the time they discover that everyone else is gone, it’s too late to figure out what happened. Despite not liking each other at all, the women work together to survive, until six years later one o ...
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Welcome soft, sad freaks! Once a month, writer and longtime Tumblr user Lauren Shippen and longtime user-slash-Tumblr-employee Cher McAnelly dive deep into our favorite fandom site. We talk trending topics, share our new ships, and forecast upcoming fandoms. If you’ve ever gone feral over a fic or bonkers about one of your blorbos, this podcast is for you! And remember: the password to the secret clubhouse is “shoelaces”. This podcast is not produced by, nor officially affiliated with Tumblr ...
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How does a song get lost to time? How does an entire band get lost to time? And what happens when you wake those old ghosts? Join me, Lauren Shippen, as I try to uncover the truth behind a cassette tape I found in my parents' basement - a tape with a strange live performance on it. A performance that sounds more like an exorcism than anything else. And that's just where our story begins.
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Two young men meet on a beach every night with a telescope and the unanswered questions from years of a friendship lost as they await their parent’s return from a mission to Mars. As re-entry draws closer...so do they. Starring Evan Bittencourt (Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists) and Briggon Snow (The Bright Sessions). Produced by Atypical Artists and created by Briggon Snow.
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GREENHOUSE is an anxious audio love story about a recluse writer and a lonely florist who learn, letter by letter, that the world is a whole lot brighter when you have someone to share your story with. It was created by Lillian Holman and produced by Atypical Artists. For more information, please visit atypicalartists.co/greenhouse
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New Year's Day is a yearly fiction podcast from the team behind The Bright Sessions that comes out every January 1st. Out of the billions of human beings in the world, there are just two that share an earth-shattering secret. Charles Chambers and John Fogg are immortal; since making this discovery, they meet up every 13 years to discuss the world, their lives, and the unique challenges of living forever. It is written and directed by Lauren Shippen, starring Andrew Nowak and Briggon Snow. Fo ...
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A new podcast musical from the producer of The Bright Sessions and creators Jeff Luppino-Esposito, Brett Ryback, and Matt Sav. After a tragedy in the Whitetail National Forest, 18-year-old Peregrine Wells seeks out survivalist skills from an enigmatic old recluse. In this fictional documentary musical with an original folk-pop score, listeners will follow producer Brett Ryback as he explores themes of grief, adolescence, and our precarious relationship to the wilderness - all set against a s ...
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A sci-fi(ish) romantic comedy podcast starring a repressed lawyer, a criminal client, a pesky sister and her fiance, an infuriatingly sexy coworker, and an android in the mood for love.Jeanine Bell is a robotics intelligence lawyer whose laser focus on her career has come at the expense of her romantic and social lives. After successfully keeping AI genius Penelope Lane out of prison, Jeanine receives the gift of LEO(h), an android with Synthetic Sentience. LEO(h) is Loving, Empathetic, Op ...
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Comedian Keenan Steiner reveals an atypical psychosomatic expression of OCD and anxiety in an effort to shed his shame and make progress.
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A young adult whodunit with a choose-your-own-adventure twist from audio drama creator Lauren Shippen. It’s the fall of 1997 in Hastings, New Hampshire and autumn is the time of year this small town shines. Apple cider, pumpkin patches, farmer’s markets...its idyllic New England. Picturesque, plaid-filled, and, for fifteen-year-old, Maxine Miles, plodding. Suddenly, Max’s school year starts to look a bit more interesting when a fellow student vanishes. With the help of her misanthropic class ...
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Radio for millennials everywhere! Tune in BIWEEKLY to learn about pop-culture, local and lesser known artists, and our lives in general. Use the hashtag #ASKHOLES to ask us questions!
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Soft Valkyrie
Richard Wagner, David Kanaga (composition and arrangement), Stephen Fry (narrator), Bryan the Mensah (Siegmund), Hailey Clark (Sieglinde), Attila Csihar (Hunding), Mattijs van de Woerd (Wotan), Nadine Secunde (Fricka), Claron McFadden (Brünnhilde)
Can someone whisper Die Walküre in your ear? With opera, you do not think of whispers or sighs but of strong classical voices in grand, spectacular set pieces. But the composer and game designer David Kanaga has turned Richard Wagner’s famous opera into a podcast. In Die Walküre, the second part of Wagner’s Ring des Nibelungen, the supreme god Wotan punishes his daughter Brünnhilde for not following his orders. He makes her mortal and locks her up in a mountain surrounded by fire. While clos ...
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A show about authenticity and real life - personal wellness, recovery, sobriety, love and sex, development, society, culture, family of origin, and coming back to who we've always been. Kate Marlene is an author, social activist, narrative therapist, and performance artist.
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Chicago, IL - Where conversation flows...and life is explored -- that’s where the new podcast, Rhythm of Life, begins. Initial episodes include a fascinating conversation Steve Ordower has with filmmaker, Bob Hercules about his illustrious career, including his most recent Peabody Award winning documentary, Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise. They touch on the power of forgiveness in this project as well as in another potent film Hercules directed, Forgiving Dr. Mengele. We also hear from the ac ...
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I can't believe it - we found it. We've HEARD it. The long lost Phantom Pulse demo. And I'm going to play it for you. Phantom Pulse Website - password HAUNTOLOGY Support Phantom Pulse Atypical Artists YouTube Atypical Artists Twitch
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Just a quick update this time - the Phantom Pulse website has been discovered! It's phantompulseband.com, but there's a password protected page that I NEED to get into. Can you help me figure out the password? Phantom Pulse Website Support Phantom Pulse Atypical Artists YouTube Atypical Artists Twitch Downloadable Audio File (if this link doesn't w…
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Alright, we've done it. We were able to get a teensy snippet of the tape onto a computer and play it for you in this episode. I've also gleaned some more info from listening to the tape over and over - including the first verse and chorus. Do you recognize it? Then there's the tape itself - here's a link to a downloadable version. If you've got aud…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about audio drama!
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53:06Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doing hella coo…
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To Lora. Please visit breakerwhiskey.com for more information or to send a message to Whiskey's radio. Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] To my potential Grand Can…
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51 - Is this the real life? Is this just Phantasy?
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44:36SPECIAL REPORT!!!!! Phan is REAL!!!! Cher and Lauren hop back on mic to talk about a seismic event in the internet-sphere. Plus, getting emotional about primetime soaps and remember, remembering the 5th of November(ing). Follow us on Tumblr at dashboarddiaries.tumblr.com to see the posts we talk about on this episode or email us at dashboarddiaries…
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Earlier this year, I stumbled across a cassette tape in my parents' basement that's sent me on a journey I couldn't have expected. I don't know where it's going to lead, but I'm going to do my best to document it as I go. The first question I need answered? Whether or not this tape I found is haunted. Go to phantompulse.com to learn more. See the P…
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Please visit breakerwhiskey.com for more information or to send a message to Whiskey's radio. Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Hi Whiskey, hope you and Harry are…
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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 this is the final cherry on top of a wonderful decade, we have so many more stories to share with you…
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S1E10: 1.10 - STEP NINE: BURN IT ALL DOWN
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43:35SEASON FINALE! STEP NINE: BURN IT ALL DOWN. SEIZE THE MEANS OF PRODUCTION (THROUGH ARSON). OVERTHROW MANAGEMENT (LITERALLY). FACE DOWN ANOTHER DEMON FROM HELL...wait, what? Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, and directed by Lauren Shipp…
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STEP EIGHT: GET FIRED. Okay, so maybe let up a little bit. Turns out standing up doesn't work at all. Crash out about how wrong things are going and try to step back from the edge. Fail to do that. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, and…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about creating!
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1:04:41Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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To Neptune. Please visit breakerwhiskey.com for more information or to send a message to Whiskey's radio. Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Hey, Neptune - I need …
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STEP SEVEN: START A UNION. Actually do something. Make demands, take no prisoners, and don't let up until you win. Lead everyone else into victory! Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, and directed by Lauren Shippen, with the brilliant Oc…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about unions!
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1:26:30Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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Please visit breakerwhiskey.com for more information or to send a message to Whiskey's radio. Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Dear Whiskey, You were wondering o…
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S1E7: 1.07 - STEP SIX: EAT AN ENTIRE CASSEROLE
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28:49STEP SIX: EAT AN ENTIRE CASSEROLE. Have a weird unsettling dream that your demon watches like its favorite TV show, comfort a coworker, and then fail to help another because everything is futile. Have a total meltdown! Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was …
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about disability representation!
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49:46Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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S1E6: 1.06 - STEP FIVE: HYPNOTIZE YOUR BOSS
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21:28STEP FIVE: HYPNOTIZE YOUR BOSS. Riding high off your success, try to convince your boss to ease up. Make sure to bask in the victory before things start to fall apart again. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, and directed by Lauren Ship…
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Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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S1E5: 1.05 - STEP FOUR: ARGUE WITH YOUR GIRLFRIEND (AND YOUR DEMON)
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23:06STEP 4: ARGUE WITH YOUR GIRLFRIEND (AND YOUR DEMON). Lie about your demon, ignore your new coworkers, and get a stiff drink. And if you run into your harasser, don't apologize this time. For anything. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, …
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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. And for an extended version of this and all reels, please consider supporting us either by subscribing…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about sexuality!
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42:07Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Gratitude. What a. ..what a difficult word. I'm having one of those days where it's a little bit hard to be grateful to be where…
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S1E4: 1.04 - STEP THREE: MAKE WORK FRIENDS
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24:36STEP 3: MAKE WORK FRIENDS. Bond in the break room, volunteer to talk to your boss, and fail to actually make anything better. Cap off the whole day by really, really freaking out your girlfriend. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was created, written, and d…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about laughing through the bad!
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42:06Hello havoc wreakers and welcome back to our little dose of hope every week. If you're just joining us, I'm Lauren Shippen, creator of Two Thousand and Late and, in an effort to balance out all the shitty stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doin…
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Congressman Danny Davis - Faith, Politics, and 30 Years Fighting for Democracy
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1:56:02In this powerful episode, Congressman Danny K. Davis reflects on his decades of public service, community activism, and the fight for justice, equality, and healthcare access. From his work with Harold Washington to his advocacy for restorative justice and health initiatives, Davis shares personal stories, political insights, and his hopes for Amer…
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Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Got another morse code message so if this is you, I hope I translated it right. Though, by this point, I think I've got it down.…
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STEP TWO: START A NEW JOB. Struggle with setting a combination for your locker, make a lukewarm ally, and, no matter what, do NOT talk about unions. Oh, also, be sure to avoid your girlfriend as much as possible. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. The show was create…
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BONUS: Let's feel hopeful about fandom activism!
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55:38Hello havoc wreakers and welcome to our weekly dose of hope! In an effort to balance out all the rough stuff the audio drama tackles, I talked with some incredible artists, creators, and activists who are grappling with our twisted reality and doing hella cool stuff to counteract the bad. This week, to start us off, I hopped on the mic with my dear…
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STEP ONE: HARASS A LANDLORD. It doesn't have to be your landlord, just a landlord. Ideally, a guy you went to high school with who still hates your guts and is being unreasonable to your best friend from the job you no longer have. Two Thousand and Late is a production of Atypical Artists and executive produced by Patrick Ellis and Lauren Shippen. …
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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 the apocalypse, but maybe having a demon will help wake her up after years of sleepwalking through lif…
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S1E1: 1.01 - HOW TO PROCRASTINATE THE END OF THE WORLD
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25:01THIS IS HOW TO PROCRASTINATE THE END OF THE WORLD (otherwise known as the nine circles of hell on earth)! What do you do when you're thirty-six years old and you've been possessed by a demon and been fired from your job? You don't let the demon possessing you bring about the apocalypse like it wants to. CONTENT WARNING: This show contains all kinds…
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Dr. Christina Rivers on Voting Rights, Gerrymandering & the Fight for Racial Justice Ep. 28
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2:12:35In this interview, Dr. Christina Rivers explores African American politics, voting rights, redistricting, and the ongoing struggle for fair representation in the United States. From the Voting Rights Act and landmark Supreme Court cases to mass incarceration and civic education for returning citizens, Dr. Rivers offers powerful insights into democr…
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TWO THOUSAND AND LATE is a new dark comedy from the creator of The Bright Sessions. 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 the apocalypse, but maybe having a demon will help wake her up after ye…
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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. And for an extended version of this and all reels, please consider supporting us either by subscribing to …
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Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Hey, Rosy. God, I can't believe how many of you there are out there. And how many of you have found my frequency enough to hear …
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Breaker Whiskey is an Atypical Artists production created by Lauren Shippen. If you'd like to support the show, please visit atypicalartists.co/support. If you'd like to send Whiskey a message, click here. -- [TRANSCRIPT] Hello Whiskey. You’re going to get sick of hearing my voice if this keeps up. Or… our voice, I guess? I’m not Red, nor am I Scar…
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Here are never-before-heard bloopers from the fourth season of The Bright Sessions! 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. And for an extended version of this and all reels, please consider supporting us either by subscrib…
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