In a desperate attempt to fit in, Alpha 8's human facade crumbles under a child's watchful eye.

Striving for "perfection," Alpha 8 (as Larson) navigates the complexities of family life and a demanding career, leading to bizarre encounters at home and shocking mishaps at work. Unbeknownst to her, Daniel is methodically running tests, determined to expose the truth about his "mom." As Alpha 8's attempts to mimic humanity falter, a climactic event at home finally provides Daniel with undeniable proof of her non-human identity. Will this "real deal" lead to understanding or catastrophe?

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: Imposter Unmasked, Alien Deception, Child's Investigation, Identity Crisis

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An innocent birthday cake becomes the chilling clue to an imposter's true identity.

The threat of a whistleblower exposing top-secret UAP information puts NARB on high alert, creating intense pressure on Ramirez and Dr. Stevens. Meanwhile, at home, "Larson's" strangely improved work performance and surprising success at Taryn's school charm her older children. However, Daniel's growing suspicions culminate in a pivotal moment over a seemingly harmless birthday cake, revealing a chilling discrepancy that shatters his perception of his mother. As the hidden alien threat deepens within the family, the race against exposure intensifies both inside NARB and the Peterson household.

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: Imposter, Whistleblower, Alien Infiltration, Domestic Suspense

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Daniel can talk anyone's ear off about science and extraterrestrial beings. But he also has a sweet spot for rap music. He'll often pop in his earbuds and sing along to his favorite songs. Flip It by Trae Haze is at the top of that list. 

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One mother is lost, another is an imposter: the Peterson family's world unravels.

The impossible has happened: an imposter now lives inside the Peterson home, seamlessly blending into the family's daily life. As Alpha 8 attempts to master human behavior, its peculiar actions are met with amusement by some, and unsettling suspicion by others. Meanwhile, the real Larson is subjected to extreme testing at NARB, desperate to escape. With Michael and Samantha still detained, the truth about the swap remains hidden, putting everyone in grave, unknown danger.

Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written by Christie Glascoe (@chatterboxgc). Directed by Stephanie Elie (@bizzieliving). Sound design by Xperience J (@shhhjuslisten). Original music composed by Steven Bias (@steven_bias_music). Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.

THEME TAGS: Identity Theft, Doppelgänger, Family Deception, Captivit

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A peaceful night at home shatters with an unforeseen visitor, as the hunt for Alpha 8 intensifies elsewhere.

Michael and Samantha remain trapped at NARB as the relentless hunt for Alpha 8 escalates. Unaware of the lurking presence, Larson struggles to hold her family together amidst Michael's prolonged absence. But an unforeseen visitor arrives at her doorstep, a master of mimicry with unsettling intentions. As Alpha 8's true capabilities become terrifyingly clear, the line between pursuer and prey blurs, and the Peterson family's reality is irrevocably altered.

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: Identity, Imposter, Home Infiltration, Mimicry

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Chaos erupts inside a top-secret facility while, back home, a family grapples with a father's unexpectedly prolonged absence.

Michael is in NARB custody, and Alpha 8 has vanished, leaving a trail of questions and a desperate hunt in its wake. Samantha, Michael's loyal assistant, finds herself in a high-stakes race to rescue both of them before the relentless Ramirez closes in. Meanwhile, back home, unexpected events disrupt Larson's already strained efforts to balance family life and the mounting pressures of Michael's secretive work. Can they outrun the rising threat, or is the escape just the beginning of a larger crisis?

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: Fugitive, High Stakes, Family Drama, Conspiracy

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Defying orders, a determined scientist risks everything to make direct contact with the mysterious Alpha 8.

Dr. Michael Peterson believes Alpha 8 holds the key to understanding humanity's future, even as NARB officials push for a shutdown. Desperate to prove Alpha 8 is not a threat, Michael breaks protocol, stepping into the isolation chamber for a face-to-face encounter. But what he discovers inside could redefine everything they thought they knew, and challenge his understanding of family. Will his gamble pay off, or will this forbidden connection lead to unforeseen consequences?

Dr. Michael Peterson believes Alpha 8 holds the key to understanding humanity's future, even as NARB officials push for a shutdown. Desperate to prove Alpha 8 is not a threat, Michael breaks protocol, stepping into the isolation chamber for a face-to-face encounter. But what he discovers inside could redefine everything they thought they knew, and challenge his understanding of family. Will his gamble pay off, or will this forbidden connection lead to unforeseen consequences?

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: First Contact, Humanoid Alien, Scientific Ethics, Transformation

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A cryptic call shatters a scientist's quiet night, pulling him into a high-stakes mystery when an unknown entity breaches Earth's atmosphere.

TEASER:

A shocking crash ignites a frantic investigation at the National Anomaly Resolution Bureau. Dr. Michael Peterson, a brilliant but detached researcher, is thrust into the unknown when a mysterious entity, designated Alpha 8, defies all known logic. As his team races to decipher its intentions and capabilities, Michael grapples with the escalating tension between his groundbreaking work and the life he's left behind. Will Alpha 8 be humanity's greatest discovery or its gravest threat?

Dr. Michael Peterson believes Alpha 8 holds the key to understanding humanity's future, even as NARB officials push for a shutdown. Desperate to prove Alpha 8 is not a threat, Michael breaks protocol, stepping into the isolation chamber for a face-to-face encounter. But what he discovers inside could redefine everything they thought they knew, and challenge his understanding of family. Will his gamble pay off, or will this forbidden connection lead to unforeseen consequences?

Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.

THEME TAGS: Alien Encounter, Sci-Fi Mystery, Cover-up, First Contact

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🎧 Listen to the FIRST TRAILER of our sci-fi adventure podcast, Alpha 8 - a story about an alien and a struggling mom swapping lives to discover the true essence of family, across galaxies. Season One kicks off this March with eight thrilling episodes that will take you on a journey beyond the stars. Are you ready to explore the unknown?

Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written and directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. 

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*** Proof of concept for the Alpha 8 crowdfunding campaign ***

If you already listened to Episode 101 & 102 then you can skip this episode. This is the original pilot created for the crowdfunding campaign. We re-engineered this episode and added some more color to the story.

Written and Directed by Stephanie Elie and Sound Design by Xperience J. Music by Epidemic Sound.

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