Afterlight Fictions

Afterlight Fictions

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Afterlight Fictions episodes

  • Rapunzel

    [Ep29] Trapped in a tower by a wicked enchantress, Rapunzel tries to plan her escape.

    Original story by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm.  

    Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh.

    Epidemic Sound Credits

    Coco Begins His Journey by David Celeste

    In the Wizards Home by John Abbot

    Bohemian Fairy by Franz Gordon

    Objects, Misc, Scissors, Cutting Hair, Single Cut

    Tools, Hand, Scissors Cut Thick Paper 02

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    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.

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    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    11 min
  • Rapunzel | Zzz

    [Ep28] Trapped in a tower by a wicked enchantress, Rapunzel tries to plan her escape.

    Original story by Jacob Grimm and 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!

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    9 min
  • The Lady, or the Tiger? | Zzz

    [Ep27] A princess's passion and jealousy are realized in the king's arena as she holds her lover's fate in her hands.  

    Original story by Frank R. Stockton. 

    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!

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    17 min
  • Little Red-Cap

    [Ep26] When Little Red-Cap visits her grandmother in the woods, a wolf reveals that it has other plans.

    Original story by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm.  

    Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh.

    Epidemic Sound Credits

    The Lookout by Jon Björk

    Danse Avec Moi by Franz Gordon

    Ambience, Birdsong, Singing Birds, Dawn

    Doors, Knock, Hard, Wooden, Hollow, Interior

    Mechanical, Latch, Burner, Wood, Handle, Open, Close

    Doors, Wood, Bathroom, Open, Close, Squeak 02

    Footsteps, Human, Barefoot, Wooden Floors, Run

    Bed, Mattress, Old, Springs, Squeaky Movement 02

    Human, Snore, Male, Snoring

    Objects, Misc, Scissors, Cutting Hair, Single Cut

    Gore, Splat, Deep, Slurps, Bloody, Guts, Flesh

    Cartoon, Splat, Squelch, Wet

    Gore, Stab, Impact, Bones, Flesh, Hard, Splatters, Bloody 02

    Wood, Impact, Fist Hit Hollow Wall, Loose 03

    Water, Movement, Plastic Bucket, Place In Deep Water And Fill

    Human, Sniff, Female, Smelling, Curious 02

    Water, Splash, Throw Water From Bucket Into Water, Lake, Sanken 01

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    11 min
  • Little Red-Cap | Zzz

    [Ep25] When Little Red-Cap visits her grandmother in the woods, a wolf reveals that it has other plans.

    Original story by Jacob Grimm and 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!

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    9 min
  • Awesome 2026 Updates for Afterlight Fictions

    [Bonus Episode] Check-in and see what all the fuss is about in this bonus episode of Afterlight Fictions.

    YouTube link: Afterlight Fictions - YouTube

    Epidemic Sound Credits

    Steamtown Shuffle by Roy Edwin Williams

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    4 min
  • The View by the Pond

    [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

    Flashlight, Button Press

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    9 min
  • The View by the Pond | Zzz

    [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!

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    Support the show

    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    7 min
  • The Willow-Wren and the Bear

    [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

    Cartoon Mosquito, Buzzing

    Wasps Buzzing 01

    Sting, Inject, Digital

    Fox, Red, Mating Calls 

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    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    8 min
  • The Willow-Wren and the Bear | Zzz

    [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!

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    Tap here to text the show and say hello!

    Support the show

    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.

    Don't miss out on the official newsletter!

    Email the show at [email protected]

    Primary podcast artwork created with Canva.

    Individual episode artwork generated with Microsoft Copilot.

    Recurring Pond5 Music

    • Intro – Hollywood Fairy Tale Logo by Stereophone
    • Zzz Intro – Fairy Tale Piano Logo by SoundRose
    • Outro – Scary Fairy Tale Magic Land by ExclusiveSound
    6 min

About Afterlight Fictions

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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…