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The Program audio series is a historical podcast set in a future in which Money, State, and God became fused into a single entity called the Program. Each episode is a self-contained story focusing on ordinary people inhabiting this extraordinary world. And for them, it is not this future that is terrifying - it is our present. New episode released every month. Visit www.programaudioseries.com to learn more.

Ivan Mirko S.


    • May 29, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES

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    The Program audio series podcast is an absolute gem that I stumbled upon and quickly became obsessed with. Each episode had me completely engaged and craving for more. The storytelling and world-building in this podcast are absolutely incredible, and I can easily see it being turned into a show. It is thought-provoking, brilliantly written, and the voice acting is top-notch. The characters are well-developed, even though they change from one episode to another. The production quality of this podcast is astounding, and you can feel the hard work and care that went into creating it. There is a sprinkling of humor throughout, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the listening experience. The pacing of each episode is flawless, keeping you on your toes with every twist and turn. I honestly cannot find a single flaw in this podcast, which speaks volumes about its quality.

    Now onto the best aspects of this podcast – the world-building is simply outstanding. The creators have managed to create a future that feels incredibly real and alive. The stories are self-contained but also linked to an overarching theme, making it even more captivating. The story writing is superb, leaving you wanting more at the end of each episode. The voice acting and narration are excellent, drawing you into each character's journey effortlessly. The audio quality is top-notch as well, enhancing the immersive experience of listening.

    As for the worst aspects, it's hard to find any faults with this podcast. If there was one tiny nitpick I could mention, it would be that some listeners might find the music accompanying certain scenes not up to par with the rest of the production quality.

    In conclusion, I highly recommend The Program audio series podcast to everyone who enjoys thought-provoking fiction podcasts. This podcast stands out among others in its genre with its exceptional storytelling, world-building, voice acting, and production quality. It has become my favorite podcast that I eagerly anticipate new episodes from. The creators have truly outdone themselves, and I cannot wait to see what they have in store for us in the future.



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    All unsaved progress will be lost

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 76:56


    Rock is the best friend of man.Visit programaudioseries.com/32-all-unsaved-progress-will-be-lost/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references.Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/programaudioseries or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Find more ways to support the show at programaudioseries.com/support/Follow the The Program on socials: reddit / Twitter / YouTube Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Not safe for work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 28:20


    The good news is that God exists. The bad news is that He's a libertarian.Visit programaudioseries.com/31-not-safe-for-work/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references.Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/programaudioseries or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Find more ways to support the show at programaudioseries.com/support/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Holiday gift from The Program [12 days only]

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 7:12


    Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/programaudioseriesOr subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts if you're holding an iPhoneMore ways to support the show at https://programaudioseries.com/support Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Program Shows of Accolade: Modes of Thought in Anterran Literature, Wireland Ranch & Gospels of the Flood

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 26:35


    Sample three other fiction podcasts recommended by the Program. Search them by their title in your podcasting app afterwards, or check out their websites:Modes of Thought in Anterran LiteratureWireland RanchGospels of the Flood Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    You don't have sufficient privileges to make changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 40:43


    Superman exists... And he's been through Guantanamo.Visit programaudioseries.com/30-you-dont-have-sufficient-privileges-to-make-changes/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.comFill out The Program's annual survey and help direct the future of the show: https://forms.gle/E495NNPNkp1ynpJT6 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Infinite loop

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 21:06


    “The ultimate roller coaster is built when you send out twenty-four people and they all come back dead. This could be done, you know.” - John Allen, former president of Philadelphia Toboggan CompanyVisit programaudioseries.com/29-infinite-loop/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.comThe Program salutes withoutrealtor.com for sponsoring this episode! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A quick update on upcoming episodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 3:23


    An update on when can you expect the next two episodes of The Program... And a taste of all the bonus content available to show supporters!Should you decide to financially support us, either visit the show's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/programaudioseries or simply subscribe on Apple Podcasts in case you're listening to this on an iPhone.Additional ways to support the show at https://programaudioseries.com/support/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Memory leak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 56:44


    Being admitted to a Memory Bank is a great privilege.Visit programaudioseries.com/28-memory-leak for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    In the blink of A.I.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 22:23


    Life is universe experiencing itself.Visit https://programaudioseries.com/27-in-the-blink-of-AI for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.comThis episode has been sponsored by Matterless. Check out Floorcraft: Blasters - their multiplayer AR fighting game (iOS only). Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How to keep device drivers from crashing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 35:22


    What happens under the hood during a stop error.Visit programaudioseries.com/26-how-to-keep-device-drivers-from-crashing for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Planned obsolescence

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 60:07


    Pessimist acknowledges utopian leanings coming face to face with continuity of digital information.Visit programaudioseries.com/25-planned-obsolescence/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Discreet optimization

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 42:08


    What do you do when freedom becomes a losing proposition?Visit programaudioseries.com/24-discreet-optimization for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Prisoners of their own devices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 6:18


    First the emails started disappearing...Visit programaudioseries.com/bonus-prisoners-of-their-own-devices/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Overclocking

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 94:04


    Falling in love two weeks before the scheduled end of the world. Visit programaudioseries.com/23-overclocking/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com

    Jakob's notebook: Antivirus solutions for home and business

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 18:54


    Humans are not alone in the universe - they're just really unpleasant to be around. Visit programaudioseries.com/22-JN-Antivirus-solutions-for-home-and-business for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Buy advertising at advertisecast.com/TheProgramaudioseries

    Homepage not found

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 37:47


    Building fusion reactors and interplanetary spaceships is easy. What's hard is getting a permit from the local Planning and Housing Committee. Take the quiz after listening to the episode at programaudioseries.com/quiz Visit programaudioseries.com/21-homepage-not-found/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com Buy advertising on advertisecast.com/TheProgramaudioseries

    Sombrero blanco, sombrero negro

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 23:11


    A bonus episode expanding the story from episode 6 - if you haven't, please listen to White hat, black hat first.Visit programaudioseries.com/bonus-sombrero-blanco-sombrero-negro/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references.Thank you for supporting The Program! Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Cheat code

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 52:58


    “We want to make our lovers the happiest in the world, and, failing that, the most miserable.” - Jean de La BruyèreVisit programaudioseries.com/20-cheat-code/ for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.comStill hungry? Check out Midnight Burger for another tasty audio drama!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Abandonware

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 53:55


    Don't light a match to search for fire.Visit programaudioseries.com/19-abandonware for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.comThe Program salutes Shock Clock for sponsoring this episode!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

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    Killer app

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 44:00


    Providing support to end users. Visit programaudioseries.com/18-killer-app ( https://programaudioseries.com/18-killer-app/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) The Program salutes BeeLine Reader ( https://www.beelinereader.com/ ) for sponsoring this episode! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Create, Retrieve, Update, Delete

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 37:55


    The ultimate A/B test. Visit programaudioseries.com/17-create-retrieve-update-delete/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/17-create-retrieve-update-delete/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) The Program salutes Atlas Authority ( https://atlasauthority.com/ ) for sponsoring this episode! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Force eject

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:04


    God is not dead; He's on vacation. Visit programaudioseries.com/16-force-eject/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/16-force-eject ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    What you see is what you get

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 49:04


    The only way to the brain is through the heart. Visit programaudioseries.com/15-what-you-see-is-what-you-get/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/15-what-you-see-is-what-you-get/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    More parrot than predator

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:48


    In the beginning was the Microsoft Word. Visit programaudioseries.com/14-more-parrot-than-predator/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/14-more-parrot-than-predator/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    This AI not to be used to fabricate paperclips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 40:47


    Humanity had to endure three great disappointments in the course of history - the first was Copernicus' discovery Earth was not the centre of the Universe; the second was Darwin's conclusion man had no special place in evolution; the third was Lampard's unawarded goal against Germany in 2010 World Cup. Visit programaudioseries.com/13-this-AI-not-to-be-used-to-fabricate-paperclips/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/13-this-AI-not-to-be-used-to-fabricate-paperclips/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Jakob's notebook: Quit without saving

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 13:44


    A short story written by the late sci-fi author Jakob Miller discovered with three different endings. Visit programaudioseries.com/12-JN-quit-without-saving/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/12-JN-quit-without-saving/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Motherboard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 35:03


    We thought HAL 9000 would take us to the stars. Instead we employed it as a babysitter. Visit programaudioseries.com/11-motherboard/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/11-motherboard/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    My Turing-complete life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:29


    What would you do if you encountered a startup that literally sells you the future? Visit programaudioseries.com/10-my-turing-complete-life/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/10-my-turing-complete-life/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

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    Right align, justify

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:07


    You don’t need laws against stealing, if you hang all the thieves. Visit programaudioseries.com/9-right-align-justify/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/9-right-align-justify/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Parent-child processing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 32:03


    A story examining a relationship between a daughter and a father… After the fact he’s been paid to play the part of her dad for 15 years came to light. Visit programaudioseries.com/8-parent-child-processing/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/8-parent-child-processing/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Move past and break things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 48:47


    time travelling... Episode about Visit programaudioseries.com/7-move-past-and-break-things/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/7-move-past-and-break-things/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    White Algorithm's burden - part III

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 41:32


    Your son is a pedophile who never acted on his impulses. What do you do when children in the neighbourhood suddenly start going missing? Part 3 of 3. Visit programaudioseries.com/6-white-algorithms-burden-part-III/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/6-white-algorithms-burden-part-III/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    White Algorithm's burden - part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 41:58


    Your son is a pedophile who never acted on his impulses. What do you do when children in the neighbourhood suddenly start going missing? Part 2 of 3. Visit programaudioseries.com/5-white-algorithms-burden-part-II/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/5-white-algorithms-burden-part-II/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    White Algorithm's burden - part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 44:04


    Your son is a pedophile who never acted on his impulses. What do you do when children in the neighbourhood suddenly start going missing? Part 1 of 3. Visit programaudioseries.com/4-white-algorithms-burden-part-I/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/4-white-algorithms-burden-part-I/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    Four ways to stop your system from freezing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 46:47


    Imagine you could get sentenced to death through downvoting. Listen to a survivor tell her harrowing story. Visit programaudioseries.com/3-four-ways-to-stop-your-system-from-freezing/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/3-four-ways-to-stop-your-system-from-freezing/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    White hat, black hat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 51:01


    A story of a war criminal who chooses the losing side and thrives and a war hero who joins the winners but doesn’t find victory. Visit programaudioseries.com/2-white-hat-black-hat/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/2-white-hat-black-hat/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    You had me at "Hello World"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 47:13


    Set during the biggest revolution in history, the opening episode recounts a much more important story: that of a summer love lost. Visit programaudioseries.com/1-you-had-me-at-hello-world/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/1-you-had-me-at-hello-world/ ) for full transcript, credits, and list of references. Make a donation to keep the show running at programaudioseries.com/support/ ( https://programaudioseries.com/support/ ) or buy some merch at store.programaudioseries.com ( https://store.programaudioseries.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

    The Program comes for us all

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 1:27


    Trailer for the series. Click here if you don’t know where to start. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-program-audio-series/exclusive-content

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