The podcast episodes provided explore the intersection of fiction and reality in various ways. The episode from The New Yorker Radio Hour discusses how the writing process for a novel can be influenced by and intertwine with the author's own life, blurring the boundaries between fiction and truth.

In contrast, the Radiolab episode features a collection of short fictional stories performed live, showcasing how imaginative storytelling can transport the listener to new perspectives and experiences.

The Disturbed podcast episode presents a fictional, narrated horror story, demonstrating how fiction can be used to explore the darker aspects of the human psyche and the unknown.