I have a hard time getting into podcasts at times, but I got sucked into this one right away. I would listen to it at bedtime(because of course you should listen to creepy things then), and couldn't wait for the next episodes. I have listened to it fully twice now. Can't wait for the next season!! Thank you Aaron Mahnke and Lauren Shippen, and of course Misha and the rest of the cast.🙌🙌
20 Reviews
Story and character that just draw you in
mucke-2633116 January 2022
My neurodivergent brain doesn't like to just listen to stories, so podcasts never really were an option for me. Until Bridgewater came along.
The incredible cast and a compelling story got me hooked right from the first episode. The episode length was just exact right to keep me concentrated, and the sound design really added to the feeling of being a part of the story as it unfolded. To think that everything was recorded during the pandemic via Zoom!
Can't wait for the second season!
The incredible cast and a compelling story got me hooked right from the first episode. The episode length was just exact right to keep me concentrated, and the sound design really added to the feeling of being a part of the story as it unfolded. To think that everything was recorded during the pandemic via Zoom!
Can't wait for the second season!
Spooky with an awesome cast!
katrinaurban17 January 2022
I'm so excited for season two of this podcast. This spooky story gripped attention from episode one and held it right up until the last action packed episode. Love all the characters, especially Vipin. But everyone is fantastic!
My first podcast and I love it!!
adrianahebert18 November 2021
Excellent Podcast!!!
lilmissdee-7511516 January 2022
A surprising and gripping experience . . .
jaidgossamer23 September 2021
Warning: Spoilers
This was my first time listening to a fiction podcast, so I wasn't sure what to expect . . .
About the podcast format itself: The production value was much higher than I thought it would be - the sounds, the musical arrangement, the acting involved. It is of course, a very different experience from the normal visual format - you don't get to see expressions or microexpressions, body language, visual clues, etc, however the audio-only format tends to be riveting and utterly absorbing in a very different way. The verbal cues are heightened, it feels as if more thought was put into the dialogue of the script itself, as the dialogue tended to be wordier, more descriptive, able to move the action farther much faster. The storyline was singularly devoted to heightening the mystery, and suspense - (spoiler) - as some of the action occurred in a darkened swamp/forest, the audio-only format really intensified the horror elements in the story.
(Spoilers): The story itself was fascinating . . . Set in a very small town located near something called the "Bridgewater Triangle," a supernatural hotspot with a reputation similar to that of the Bermuda Triangle. It seems like the perfect locale for a Professor of the Occult (Bradshaw) to live, work, and to investigate local unusual phenomena for his book. Interestingly, though the Professor has dedicated his life to studying the occult, he is not a believer in the occult and is in fact committed to debunking every occult theory that arises. This leads to some interesting discussions/arguments with his investigative partner, Anne Becker, a former police officer who strongly believes in the supernatural happenings in Bridgewater, mainly due to her decades-long experiences investigating the disappearances in the Triangle.
I was very surprised to find that the acting was amazing throughout . . . This was my first podcast, but I suspect that this is probably not always the case. I came in as a huge Wil Wheaton and Kristen Bauer van Straten fan. Both Wheaton and Bauer were (of course) fantastic, with Wheaton playing an arrogant police captain (similar in tone to his wonderfully snarky and oft-exasperated Dr. Parrish in Eureka). Bauer was eery and creepy as the witch/cultist/probable local fruitcake, which makes me wonder why she isn't cast more in these types of series/roles. We're used to seeing her in a wide variety of different roles, however her ability to convey a sense of skin-crawling creepiness here is something that should definitely not be missed.
Other surprisingly good performances came from both Melissa Ponzio (Karen from The Walking Dead), and Misha Collins, who played former police officer Becker and Professor Bradshaw (respectively). Ponzio's character started off as the town "kook" that people were warned away from - someone who would seemingly be forever relegated to the role of minor sidekick or some other "throwaway" character. Instead, throughout the episodes, Ponzio establishes herself as more and more of a dominant and authoritative figure. This is a really surprising turn, as it's not often that you see the occult-fixated person become the emotional anchor of everyone around them, as well as the overall "voice of reason." Collins was perfect as Professor Bradshaw - the subtleties he is able to convey is captivating - from his constant exasperation at the fact that his students of the Occult would actually believe in the Occult, to his hilariously awkward conversations with his mother about his lack of love life.
It was difficult to not binge this series, and I highly recommend it to any fan of a particularly good paranormal tale tinged with mystery and horror.
About the podcast format itself: The production value was much higher than I thought it would be - the sounds, the musical arrangement, the acting involved. It is of course, a very different experience from the normal visual format - you don't get to see expressions or microexpressions, body language, visual clues, etc, however the audio-only format tends to be riveting and utterly absorbing in a very different way. The verbal cues are heightened, it feels as if more thought was put into the dialogue of the script itself, as the dialogue tended to be wordier, more descriptive, able to move the action farther much faster. The storyline was singularly devoted to heightening the mystery, and suspense - (spoiler) - as some of the action occurred in a darkened swamp/forest, the audio-only format really intensified the horror elements in the story.
(Spoilers): The story itself was fascinating . . . Set in a very small town located near something called the "Bridgewater Triangle," a supernatural hotspot with a reputation similar to that of the Bermuda Triangle. It seems like the perfect locale for a Professor of the Occult (Bradshaw) to live, work, and to investigate local unusual phenomena for his book. Interestingly, though the Professor has dedicated his life to studying the occult, he is not a believer in the occult and is in fact committed to debunking every occult theory that arises. This leads to some interesting discussions/arguments with his investigative partner, Anne Becker, a former police officer who strongly believes in the supernatural happenings in Bridgewater, mainly due to her decades-long experiences investigating the disappearances in the Triangle.
I was very surprised to find that the acting was amazing throughout . . . This was my first podcast, but I suspect that this is probably not always the case. I came in as a huge Wil Wheaton and Kristen Bauer van Straten fan. Both Wheaton and Bauer were (of course) fantastic, with Wheaton playing an arrogant police captain (similar in tone to his wonderfully snarky and oft-exasperated Dr. Parrish in Eureka). Bauer was eery and creepy as the witch/cultist/probable local fruitcake, which makes me wonder why she isn't cast more in these types of series/roles. We're used to seeing her in a wide variety of different roles, however her ability to convey a sense of skin-crawling creepiness here is something that should definitely not be missed.
Other surprisingly good performances came from both Melissa Ponzio (Karen from The Walking Dead), and Misha Collins, who played former police officer Becker and Professor Bradshaw (respectively). Ponzio's character started off as the town "kook" that people were warned away from - someone who would seemingly be forever relegated to the role of minor sidekick or some other "throwaway" character. Instead, throughout the episodes, Ponzio establishes herself as more and more of a dominant and authoritative figure. This is a really surprising turn, as it's not often that you see the occult-fixated person become the emotional anchor of everyone around them, as well as the overall "voice of reason." Collins was perfect as Professor Bradshaw - the subtleties he is able to convey is captivating - from his constant exasperation at the fact that his students of the Occult would actually believe in the Occult, to his hilariously awkward conversations with his mother about his lack of love life.
It was difficult to not binge this series, and I highly recommend it to any fan of a particularly good paranormal tale tinged with mystery and horror.
This podcast will suck you in.
alyssanicole-5861616 January 2022
Bridgewater is the first podcast I ever listened to all the way through. From the very first episode you just get pulled in. And you can't go wrong with Misha Collins as Jeremy Bradshaw. The cast does a phenomenal job recording this especially from all different places. I guess they couldn't fit everyone in Rich's closet.
Cozy spooky story!
lyndacostello16 January 2022
I made a habit of making a fire in the fireplace and listening to 2 or 3 episodes at a time this past fall. It was such a great spooky story and the actors are amazing! The cliffhanger is killing me and I can't wait for the next season!
Exhilarating, edge of your seat storytelling
ozarksarahcheard3 November 2021
This podcast is an edge of your seat, exhilarating experience that keeps you intrigued to the very end! The cast is amazing and the storytelling is masterfully written by an amazing group of writers! Definitely recommend 100%!
Excellent podcast!
aneedamiracle17 January 2022
A podcast, not a tv show.
xmrock9 September 2021
Exceptionally well done
machellechandler9 July 2022
Really enjoyable
saraihlman17 January 2022
I'm generally not good with podcasts because my adhd makes it hard for me to keep focus when listening. This, however, is more like audio theatre and it works really well for me. It's interesting enough, it has the drama that keeps me listening and the added environment sounds also helps me keep focus.
The characters are interesting, I particular like Anne and Vipin. Professor Bradshaw, voiced wonderfully by Misha Collins, is of course great too.
I love it and can't wait for the next season!
The characters are interesting, I particular like Anne and Vipin. Professor Bradshaw, voiced wonderfully by Misha Collins, is of course great too.
I love it and can't wait for the next season!
Good story line, obnoxious characters
HurricaneDaddy25 September 2022
Bridgewater is an excellent Halloween season podcast to dive into. There will be a season 2 in 2022 according to Aaron Mahnke and I look forward to listening to it. Hopefully there will be a little less of the petty arguments that make up about 74% of this series. Ann is the superior of the two main characters... Although her favorite phrase is to self-righteously tell everyone else "you don't get to be" angry/scared/sorry/whatever. It feels like every 5 minutes she's screaming at another character that they aren't allowed to feel a certain way. But she's 10 times better than the main character professor Bradshaw. Dear lord, what an absolute idiot. I like the voice actor, but I just kept hoping the character would get taken by one of the cults. Most of the secondary characters are very interesting. I would love to hear more about the teacher's assistant Vippin (no idea how it's spelled but that's how they say his name) and Olivia (I think that's her name--the one who makes "great grilled cheese sandwiches" lol). Hopefully they have a bigger role in season 2. Also, having Nathan Fillion in any production is always a plus.
LOVE LOVE LOVE
MegRK112118 October 2022
I loved every second of this podcast. It was entertaining, super creepy, and well acted. I could not stop listening to it. The mystery was new and fantastic and the ending of season 1 (season 2 next year!!!) was satisfying but also left me with more questions. But again, season 2 is coming so YAY! This podcast is original and the episodes leave you wanting more to the point that you could spend an entire day binging the whole first season. I literally cannot say enough good things about this. And if I may, should you want to add to the creepiness and the atmosphere - put on a jacket, grab your ear buds/air pods/headphones, and go for a walk right around sunset. Preferably near woods. Preferably with no one around. Trust me. It made the experience that much more fun. Can't wait for season 2!!!
Immersive Experience
itweise3 February 2023
This podcast is wonderful, with a new twist each week. As the story has unfolded, and we have met new, diverse characters, the scenes are set so immersively that there is no confusion about whose voice is whose. The cast is awesome and their emotions bleed onto the listener, so that we feel what the characters are feeling, whether that be joy, terror, confusion, bewilderment, concern,or love. Misha Collins, as Jeremy, has the same reactions to the story's events that a "regular" person would have. As he learns more about the unexplainable situations, his disbelief is our own. I look forward to each week's episode and have recommended it to all my friends. Excellent work, Aaron Mahnke and Lauren Shippen!
This podcast is só good!
smjansen31 January 2023
I normally never ever write reviews on series or episodes or the likes, because I feel nobody is sitting around waiting on my opinion. However, this podcast is such a delight to listen to!
The story is compelling and sucks you in from the first minute. The actors are really bringing their a-game, painting a clear picture in my head how it all would look if this was a television show. I came to the podcast because I really like Misha Collins and oh boy is he wonderful! The others are awesome too, with some of my favorite actors as the cherry on top. They all bring such depth and emotion to the characters and I am totally invested in the story.
I can't wait for the next episode!
The story is compelling and sucks you in from the first minute. The actors are really bringing their a-game, painting a clear picture in my head how it all would look if this was a television show. I came to the podcast because I really like Misha Collins and oh boy is he wonderful! The others are awesome too, with some of my favorite actors as the cherry on top. They all bring such depth and emotion to the characters and I am totally invested in the story.
I can't wait for the next episode!
Excellent podcast needs work on pronunciation
richhow32923 February 2022
Folklore Centered Epic
reesewillming5 February 2024
This podcast is great and I loved listening to the brilliant voice acting and writing! Misha Collins's voice acting is fantastic and he does this story absolute justice; bringing it to life in a way few can. The writing and folklore is incredibly interesting and makes you want to know more immediately. The cliffhangers at the end of episodes leaves you on the edge of your seat, eagerly waiting for the next part of this amazingly story. I The story and setting interest and pull you in quickly and you're along for the ride with Jeremy since the start. Folklore will always be fascinating to learn about and this story is truly like a modern epic. Would definitely recommend.
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