Gay Romance Podcast ‘Drive Thru Magic’ Casts Daniel J. Kim and Danielle Kennedy, Sets September Release Date
The landscape of scripted fiction podcasts is set to expand this fall with the announcement of Drive Thru Magic, an upcoming gay romance drama from prominent audio fiction studio Atypical Artists. Industry veterans Daniel J. Kim (Cobra Kai) and Danielle Kennedy (The ’Burbs) have officially joined the voice cast, bringing a mix of contemporary television pedigree and seasoned character acting to the production. Written, directed, and created by Briggon Snow, the series is scheduled to premiere this September, offering listeners an intimate look at love in the most unexpected of places.
Drive Thru Magic unfolds against the mundane, neon-lit backdrop of a late-night fast-food drive-thru, where a chance encounter sparks an unlikely connection. The series aims to blend the grounded, everyday struggles of working-class youth with the elevated, lyrical emotionality of modern romance. For creator Briggon Snow, best known for his fan-favorite role as Caleb in the hit audio drama The Bright Sessions, the project represents a deeply personal exploration of queer intimacy. "Audio is a uniquely powerful medium for romance because of how close you feel to the characters," Snow said in a statement. "With Daniel and Danielle on board, we have found the perfect voices to capture the warmth, humor, and vulnerability that this story demands."
The production reunites Snow with longtime collaborator Lauren Shippen, who serves as executive producer. Shippen, the visionary creator behind The Bright Sessions and founder of Atypical Artists, has spent years pioneering the fiction podcast space, with a particular emphasis on diverse, LGBTQ+-focused narratives. Under her executive leadership, Atypical Artists has carved out a distinct niche for high-quality, character-driven storytelling. Drive Thru Magic is positioned as a cornerstone of the network's autumn slate, capitalizing on the growing listener demand for serialized audio fiction that rivals indie cinema in its depth and production values.
Key Project Details
- Title: Drive Thru Magic
- Genre: LGBTQ+ Romance / Scripted Audio Drama
- Creator/Director: Briggon Snow
- Executive Producer: Lauren Shippen
- Key Cast: Daniel J. Kim (Cobra Kai), Danielle Kennedy (The 'Burbs)
- Production Company: Atypical Artists
- Release Window: September 2024