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Atypical Artists is a producer of audio fiction that spans genres, scope, and formats, from a diverse set of creators, all focused on one singular mission: make neat stuff with neat people. After creating the popular audio drama The Bright Sessions, Lauren Shippen founded Atypical Artists in 2019 with artists and friends Jordan Adika Cope and Briggon Snow, who each went on to create their own works with ARCS (2019) and Look Up (2021). Since its founding, Atypical Artists has served as executive producer on both Lauren’s new series, including two spin-offs of The Bright Sessions, as well as brand new fiction podcasts from talented creators, both established and up-and-coming.

Lauren has also served as an Executive Producer and Head Writer on several major podcast productions, including the award-winning Passenger List, Bridgewater, MARVELS, and more. To keep up with all of her projects, check out her website or follow her on instagram!

To learn more about all the Atypical creators, check out our Contact page.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

ON THE BRIGHT SESSIONS UNIVERSE…

"Through a deceptively simple format, the writer and director Lauren Shippen has created a gripping character drama with blockbuster-worthy plot twists." - The New York Times

"Tautly written and well-acted…one compulsively listenable tale. - Vox

“Lauren Shippen has taken her prowess in character writing and compounded it with a sharp eye for raising the stakes.” - The AV Club on The AM Archives

ON IN STRANGE WOODS…

“...the vocal performances are beautiful...a compelling story.” - The New York Times

“I love the ambition of it.” - The Wall Street Journal

“In Strange Woods is an ambitious production...shaping up to be something special indeed” - Rashika Rao

“Courage is one of the defining traits of the show...it’s remarkable...In Strange Woods is a compelling, tragic, funny musical audio drama, unlike anything else I've heard this year.” - The Full Lid

ON LIFE WITH LEO(h)…

“Life with LEO(h) has a staggeringly good first episode. I want more of LEO(h), and I want it now.” - DiscoverPods

“A future where classic romcom tropes have been examined, dressed up, and inverted in just the right places to make for a satisfying giggle.” - Audio Dramatic

“I am truly smitten with Life with LEO(h) so far. The writing is quick, witty, and engaging.” - Atticus’ Attic

ON GREENHOUSE…

“Just lovely…very fun, very wry, very gentle. ” - BBC Podcast Radio Hour