The Bright Sessions
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<p><strong>The Bright Sessions </strong>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. </p><p>The show was created by Lauren Shippen and is a production of <a href="https://atypicalartists.co" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Atypical Artists</a>. The show has seven seasons, including the previously paywalled Seasons 6 and 7, <a href="https://www.atypicalartists.co/the-am-archives" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The AM Archives</a> and <a href="https://www.atypicalartists.co/thecollegetapes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The College Tapes</a>. </p><p>The Bright Sessions has been downloaded tens of millions of times and cemented itself as a classic of audio fiction. Three spin-off novels were published through Tor Teen: The Infinite Noise, A Neon Darkness, and Some Faraway Place. </p><p>If you enjoy this show, check out the rest of Atypical Artists' shows! </p>
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Recent Episodes
November 1, 2025
Epilogue - Reaching Back
Dr. Joan Bright interviews an old friend, reflecting on the decade-long journey of "The Bright Sessions" and its enduring impact.
September 29, 2025
Season 7 (The College Tapes) Bloopers
This episode shares humorous bloopers from "The Bright Sessions" Season 7, "The College Tapes."
September 8, 2025
New show! TWO THOUSAND AND LATE
This is an interview where host Lauren Shippen explores the apocalyptic premise of "TWO THOUSAND AND LATE" with thirty-six-year-old Harper, who is possessed by a demon.
126 total episodes available with 5 transcripts
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- What is The Bright Sessions?
<p><strong>The Bright Sessions </strong>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. </p><p>The show was created by Lauren Shippen and is a production of <a href="https://atypicalartists.co" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Atypical Artists</a>. The show has seven seasons, including the previously paywalled Seasons 6 and 7, <a href="https://www.atypicalartists.co/the-am-archives" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The AM Archives</a> and <a href="https://www.atypicalartists.co/thecollegetapes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The College Tapes</a>. </p><p>The Bright Sessions has been downloaded tens of millions of times and cemented itself as a classic of audio fiction. Three spin-off novels were published through Tor Teen: The Infinite Noise, A Neon Darkness, and Some Faraway Place. </p><p>If you enjoy this show, check out the rest of Atypical Artists' shows! </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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