I've never posted on these forums before, but I've been listening to Escape pod, pseudopod, and podcastle since very nearly their beginning. It has literally been an escape for me, during long commutes, while working as a dishwasher, and during study breaks. It has been something for my brother and I to bond over. It has been with me longer than most of my significant romantic relationships. I have really come to value the type of stories escape artists has brought me,but more than that, it has given me a human connection to the fiction I love. Reading is generally such a solitary experiences, but in the thought provoking, and revealing monologues by the editors I have shared the vast social and emotional impact good writing can have on us.I don't really make a lot of money, but this month I'm setting aside some of my tips so I can make a donation.
Esacape artists had pointed me towards some new amazing things, given me audio from some of my favorite authors and most of all kept my mind excited.
I would hate to see any of these shows disappear.