*** 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

*** 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*** Proof of concept for the Alpha 8 crowdfunding campaign ***If you already listened to Episode 101 &amp; 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Proof of Concept Pilot for Alpha 8

A desperate alien. A struggling mom. One life-changing swap that flips a family upside down.Alpha 8 is an award-winning, family-friendly sci-fi audio drama that blends E.T., The Princess Diaries, and a Freaky Friday twist into a heartfelt adventure about identity, parenthood, and second chances.When an extraterrestrial being secretly swaps places with a human mother, both worlds spiral into chaos. The alien must learn the meaning of family to save her species from extinction—while the real mom fights to escape, return home, and protect the people she loves. Government secrets, emotional discovery, and domestic comedy collide in this eight-episode cinematic story.If you love character-driven sci-fi, emotional twists, and immersive sound design, this show is for you.What Listeners Can Expect<ul><li>A bingeable, eight-episode sci-fi adventure</li><li>Heartfelt themes about parenting, belonging, and identity</li><li>Government cover-ups, extraterrestrial mystery, and unexpected humor</li><li>Rich sound design, original music, and a cast that brings the world to life</li></ul>CastRichard Leacock, Jasmine Ashanti, Jessi Mechler, Todd Gajdusek, Cameron Elie, Malachi Josiah White, Sydney Thomas, Sam Gipson, Jake Farrago, Stephanie Maura Sanchez, Naomi Chan, Omari Williams, plus Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, and Craig Elie.Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie, Alpha 8 is a Bizzie Media Group production. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, and story editing by Jake Farrago. Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Music by Epidemic Sound. Recorded at Dave &amp; Dave Recording Studio. Show Art by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.Start ListeningSubscribe now to Alpha 8 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, or your favorite player. Your ratings and reviews help other sci-fi fans discover the show.Credits, transcripts &amp; bonus content: <a href="https://alpha8audio.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alpha8audio.com</a> | Contact: alpha8audio@gmail.com | Alpha 8 is part of the Fable and Folly network, learn more at: fableandfolly.com/partners

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A desperate alien. A struggling mom. One life-changing swap that flips a family upside down. Alpha 8 is an award-winning, family-friendly sci-fi audio drama that blends E.T., The Princess Diaries, and a Freaky Friday twist into a heartfelt adventure about identity, parenthood, and second chances. When an extraterrestrial being secretly swaps places with a human mother, both worlds spiral into chaos. The alien must learn the meaning of family to save her species from extinction—while the real mom fights to escape, return home, and protect the people she loves. Government secrets, emotional discovery, and domestic comedy collide in this eight-episode cinematic story. If you love character-driven sci-fi, emotional twists, and immersive sound design, this show is for you. What Listeners Can ExpectA bingeable, eight-episode sci-fi adventureHeartfelt themes about parenting, belonging, and identityGovernment cover-ups, extraterrestrial mystery, and unexpected humorRich sound design, original music, and a cast that brings the world to lifeCast Richard Leacock, Jasmine Ashanti, Jessi Mechler, Todd Gajdusek, Cameron Elie, Malachi Josiah White, Sydney Thomas, Sam Gipson, Jake Farrago, Stephanie Maura Sanchez, Naomi Chan, Omari Williams, plus Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, and Craig Elie. Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie, Alpha 8 is a Bizzie Media Group production. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, and story editing by Jake Farrago. Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Music by Epidemic Sound. Recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. Start Listening Subscribe now to Alpha 8 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, or your favorite player. Your ratings and reviews help other sci-fi fans discover the show. Credits, transcripts & bonus content: https://alpha8audio.com | Contact: alpha8audio@gmail.com | Alpha 8 is part of the Fable and Folly network, learn more at: fableandfolly.com/partners

A desperate alien. A struggling mom. One life-changing swap that flips a family upside down.Alpha 8 is an award-winning, family-friendly sci-fi audio drama that blends E.T., The Princess Diaries, and a Freaky Friday twist into a heartfelt adventure about identity, parenthood, and second chances.When an extraterrestrial being secretly swaps places with a human mother, both worlds spiral into chaos. The alien must learn the meaning of family to save her species from extinction—while the real mom fights to escape, return home, and protect the people she loves. Government secrets, emotional discovery, and domestic comedy collide in this eight-episode cinematic story.If you love character-driven sci-fi, emotional twists, and immersive sound design, this show is for you.What Listeners Can Expect<ul><li>A bingeable, eight-episode sci-fi adventure</li><li>Heartfelt themes about parenting, belonging, and identity</li><li>Government cover-ups, extraterrestrial mystery, and unexpected humor</li><li>Rich sound design, original music, and a cast that brings the world to life</li></ul>CastRichard Leacock, Jasmine Ashanti, Jessi Mechler, Todd Gajdusek, Cameron Elie, Malachi Josiah White, Sydney Thomas, Sam Gipson, Jake Farrago, Stephanie Maura Sanchez, Naomi Chan, Omari Williams, plus Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, and Craig Elie.Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie, Alpha 8 is a Bizzie Media Group production. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, and story editing by Jake Farrago. Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Music by Epidemic Sound. Recorded at Dave &amp; Dave Recording Studio. Show Art by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.Start ListeningSubscribe now to Alpha 8 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, or your favorite player. Your ratings and reviews help other sci-fi fans discover the show.Credits, transcripts &amp; bonus content: <a href="https://alpha8audio.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://alpha8audio.com</a> | Contact: alpha8audio@gmail.com | Alpha 8 is part of the Fable and Folly network, learn more at: fableandfolly.com/partners

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