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Art History student Clara Torres disappears while working on her thesis about Ursula Blum, a avant-garde painter from the 20th century. Five years later, journalist Emma Clark decides to travel to Switzerland to continue Clara's investigation and narrate in a podcast what she discovers about the mystery surrounding both women. Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual. Starring Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Nikki García and Natalia Tena. For more information, visit: myswitzerland.com/BLUM

El Extraordinario


    • Aug 16, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 19m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES
    • 1 SEASONS

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    "The Blum" podcast is an absolute gem that captivates listeners with its beautiful design and intriguing storyline. The production value of the podcast is top-notch, making it easy to forget that the story is fiction. It's refreshing to listen to a fiction show set in a location other than a sci-fi America, adding a unique and interesting twist to the narrative.

    One of the best aspects of "The Blum" is its melodic and mysterious nature. The storytelling is incredibly well-done, binding the listener in a dreamy web of intrigue. The acting is superb, drawing you in and keeping you hooked throughout each episode. The writing is also exceptional, with rich scenes that transport you to the setting of Switzerland and make you want to explore its art history.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its attention to detail and aesthetic. Despite being an audio-only format, the crew and cast have managed to create a style and atmosphere that can be felt by the listener. The main actor's voice is calming and natural, a rarity in audio podcasts these days. Each episode feels like a treat, leaving you eagerly anticipating more.

    However, one downside of "The Blum" could be its limited number of episodes available. As an avid consumer of fiction podcasts, it can be frustrating when there aren't enough episodes to satisfy your appetite for storytelling. Hopefully, more episodes will be released soon so that fans can continue enjoying this captivating series.

    In conclusion, "The Blum" podcast is an absolute delight for anyone who enjoys uncovering mysteries alongside charismatic characters. With hints of magic or something beyond our realm mixed into the storyline, it adds an extra layer of enjoyment for fans who appreciate fantastical elements. The musical and artistic themes further enhance the experience, making "The Blum" a must-listen for those seeking an immersive and enchanting audio adventure.



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    Episode 9. The Farewell

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 24:03


    Emma meets Oliver Davis on Kramgasse in Bern, a collector who claims to have a Blum Box. From his description, Emma suspects that it could be the box with which Ursula and Victor posed in the photo at the Photo Elysée museum in Plateforme 10.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Rocío León, Andy B Robinson, Isabelle Stoffel y Peter Denlo.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 8. The Melody

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 23:36


    Emma manages to decipher a hidden melody in Ursula Blum's paintings with the help of Sonia, the friend at whose house in Lucerne she is staying. The next day she visits the Museum für Gestaltung in Zurich to try the melody out on a Blum Box.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Nikki García, Natalia Tena, Rocío León, Andy B Robinson e Isabelle Stoffel.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 7. The Box

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 21:53


    Emma returns to Basel to interview the restorer of a Blum Box, one of the music boxes manufactured by Victor Blum, Ursula's cousin. Later, she meets with Christina, and together they develop a hypothesis with all the data they have gathered during the investigation.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Natalia Tena, Jonathan D. Mellor, Riccardo Rigamonti, Katharina Max-Schackert y Gerald Richli.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 6. The Photograph

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 19:13


    After a discussion with David, Emma decides to give a scientific perspective to her investigation with the help of a neurologist working in Geneva. The next day she visits the Photo Elysée at Plateforme 10 in Lausanne, where she hopes to find some old photographs that provide new information about Ursula Blum.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Nikki García, Paloma Bloyd, David Laferriere and Isabelle Stoffel.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 5. The Legend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 23:40


    Emma travels to St. Gallen to visit its abbey, where she hopes to obtain information about the neumes that appear in Ursula Blum's scores. Upon leaving the abbey, Emma approaches the cemetery where Ursula is buried.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón y Thomas Bischofberger.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 4. The Miracle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 20:34


    After discovering some information about Clara's life with the help of one of her friends, Emma travels to Lugano to see the last painting Ursula painted. There she hears a local legend attributed to the painter.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Olivia Delcán, Riccardo Rigamonti, Isabelle Stoffel and Kaspar Simmen.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 3. The Visit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 19:41


    Emma visits two of the paintings that Ursula painted in the sanatorium. To do this, she meets with Christina, an employee of one of the museums in Basel. With Christina's help, Emma begins to understand what Ursula seemed to be trying to represent with her paintings.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Jason Fernández, Rocío León, Isabelle Stoffel y Marcus H. Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 2. The Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 18:20


    Shortly after arriving in Switzerland, Emma visits a small exhibition dedicated to Ursula Blum at a cultural center in Geneva. The building where the center is located used to be a sanatorium, the same one where Ursula spent her last years of life.Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Nikki García, Héloïse Guerrier e Isabelle Stoffel.Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Episode 1. The Message

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 22:48


    Journalist Emma Clark travels to Switzerland in order to continue her investigation into her boyfriend's old flatmate Clara Torres, an art student who mysteriously vanished. Before her disappearance, Clara had become obsessed with a 20th century avant-garde painter, Ursula Blum. Why did Clara disappear? How could Ursula Blum be connected?Blum is an audio drama produced by El Extraordinario, created, written, and directed by Carmen Pacheco and Manuel Bartual.This episode stars Charlotte Vega, Joe Manjón, Jason Fernández, Rocío León, Isabelle Stoffel y Marcus H. Sound design by Ignacio Cantisano and Andreu Quesada. Original music by Van Delay.Production by Marina Alonso-Carriazo and Marcus H. Executive production by Marcus H and Marina Alonso-Carriazo.For more information, visit:http://MySwitzerland.com/BLUM

    Blum: a mind altering audio thriller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 1:57


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