Wakers: An Audio Drama

Wakers: An Audio Drama Science Fiction Podcast · Weekly Series · In this grimly humorous audio drama, the afterlife isn’t as restful as you’d hope. When corpses are brought back to life with a little bit of love (and necrop...

Wakers is a dark comedy that follows a group of revived citizens as they struggle to reintegrate into a society wishes they never came back.

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We’re taking a SM break for a bit while we write S2, but here’s the full #wakers #playlist in the meantime. #audiodrama #fictionpodcast

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We’ve reached 10k downloads! Thanks to everyone who gave us a shot! #audiodrama #wakerswednesdays #fictionpodcast

What kind of daily goals do you set for pre-writing(outlining, world building, etc.)?

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#audiodrama #bts

We Do Not Belong Psychic Friend · My Rocks Are Dreams (Deluxe Edition) · Song · 2013

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This song inspires much of the overall world building/social story of #Wakers. As a group of people, the reanimated feel there is no place for them in society, leaving them ostracized and lonely. They are just trying to make something of their second chance at life.

This a song I’m replaying a bit for season 2. Next season will be dealing a lot with the decision Arnold and Nora make at the end of season 1. We see how their minds are holding up, which relationships they remember and which ones are just strangers again. #audiodrama #podcast

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Today for #wakerswednesday we are screaming THANK YOU! Wakers officially has over 5,000 downloads! We wouldn’t be here without you guys. Please continue to share, listen, and spread the word. #wakers #audiodrama #podcast

Sound engineer, Dane, sitting at the studio mixer.

#behindthescenessaturday #wakers #audiodrama #audiomixing

Wonderfully written. Thank you so much for giving our little show a chance!

Down in the Meadow Ian Randall Thornton · End Where You Begin · Song · 2014

“The instrumental version of this song was used at the end of episode 8 in a scene that I’m really proud of. ‘Love is when you burn your lover’s sin’. I mean…how could I not use it?” -GA

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Cast member Kevar reviewing lines while recording season 1.

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Unless you start with plot, then that’s a whole new can of worms. But this helped me break through a wall recently, so hopefully it’s useful.

What aspect of character does the story come from? Beliefs. What is their world view? What do they believe in? That’s the goal. Figure that out and look for the elements you can introduce that challenge those beliefs, whether it’s world building or other characters. From that conflict comes plot.

When writing a new story do you begin with plot or character first? It’s a real chick or the egg conundrum and the answer usually varies by project. For Wakers, the concept came first but the characters were made to drive the plot. But what does it mean to start with character?

Run, Run Giants & Pilgrims · Almanac No. 1 · Song · 2014

In episode 2, Arnold is struggling to find his footing. His old sense of normalcy is gone and he needs to find a new one. This song comes on just as he settles into his new home and a crucial relationship is strengthening. #wakerswednesdays #audiodrama #podcast
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Well folks, now that season 1 is officially live, we thought we would share some of the music that helped inspire Wakers! For our first installment, we have “Only The Young Die Good” by Saintseneca. We will share the full playlist in the future! #audiodramasunday #audiodrama #fictionpodcast #writing

It’s officially the last #wakerswednesday of this season, which means the finale is live! All episodes are now streaming wherever you listen to podcasts. THANK YOU for all of your support!! Give the finale a listen and let us know what you think! #wakers #audiodrama #podcast #fictionpodcast #finale

In studio, co-director Dalton gives finger guns to the camera while assistant director Abi keeps us on track.

Getting ready for the season finale this week! #wakers #audiodrama #fictionpodcast #behindthescenes

Happy #wakerswednesday! Episode 9 is out now! Next week is the season finale, so now is the perfect time to get caught up!
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Moleskin journal labeled WAKERS with a pen laying on top.

Outlining season 2(!!) of #Wakers. I made good progress and hit a wall, which means I have to fix some fundamental elements to move forward. It sucks, but it’s its own kind of progress.
#audiodramasunday #audiodrama #fictionpodcast #amwriting

Hi there! You’ve found the official page for Wakers! A dark comedy about reanimated citizens who wake up in a world that wishes they had stayed dead.
Episode 8 is out now! Find us wherever you listen to podcasts. #wakers #audiodrama #fictionpodcast