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Nov 2022
21m 47s

Introducing: Vigil

Tal Minear | Realm
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Introducing the first episode of Vigil! See the end of the show notes for the content warnings for this episode.

Vigil is a thriller about a hero the world forgot and all the secrets he tried to expose. It takes place in a future where superhero conglomerates have taken charge of the health and safety of the general population. An investigative journalist sets out to do a special report on the life and career of recently deceased support hero, Vigil, but gets more than she bargained for when her investigation leads her to uncover some of the super heroic industry’s darkest secrets.

You can listen to Vigil anywhere you listen to podcasts, and find transcripts at vigilpod.com.

Content Warning: This episode contains depictions of violence, alcoholism, surveillance, alcohol consumption, physical restraint, and forcing someone to become inebriated against their will, as well as mentions of death, murder, theft, crime, assassination, and alcohol poisoning. There are some sudden, loud noises. It also contains strong language and themes that may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

Transcript here.

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