The Bright Sessions
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. 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. If you enjoy this show, check out the rest of Atypical Artists' shows!
Latest episodes
Aug 20, 2018 • 21min
502 - Patient #3-C-2 (Melanie)
The Bright Sides | Dr. Bright conducts a therapy session over Skype. Written by Anna Lore. Performed by Julia Morizawa and Shelby Young. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jul 16, 2018 • 52min
501 - Patient #10-E-2 (Myra)
Discussion of Matilda's telekinetic abilities and exploring childhood memories with Myra. The challenges and management of atypical abilities, including in psychiatric care. Personal experiences of astral projection and the difficulty in diagnosing atypical abilities. The fear of discussing childhood trauma in therapy.
Jun 13, 2018 • 52min
416 - Dr. Bright
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 16 - Dr. Bright packs up her office. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 30, 2018 • 38min
415 - The AM
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 15 - Discoveries and changes are made. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 16, 2018 • 25min
414 - Telephone 3
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 14 - Phone conversations from the evening of April 10th. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 2, 2018 • 38min
413 - Sam
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 13 - *This episode depicts anxiety attacks and emotional distress. Listener discretion is advised.* Sam's past and present catch up with her. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 18, 2018 • 29min
412- Caleb
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 12 - Caleb goes looking for some advice. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 4, 2018 • 33min
411 - Wadsworth
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 11 - Ellie has a strange day. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 21, 2018 • 34min
410 - Rose
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 10 - Rose falls asleep and goes for a walk. Stream on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6PPxMVN8jPxdH6Jn3lR65y Get on Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.com/Episode-Cast-Recording-Bright-Sessions/dp/B07BJB57QQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521605524&sr=8-1&keywords=the+bright+sessions+cast Listen on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/music/album/The_Bright_Sessions_Cast_Episode_50_Cast_Recording?id=Bbwmykccksve3wwookr2rwhjf5a atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 7, 2018 • 25min
409 - Movie Night
The Bright Sessions | Season 4, Episode 9 - The gang tries to have a normal night in. atypicalartists.co/supportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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