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A.I.N.E.



Full cast Science fiction Serial Audio Drama


Synopsis:

A.I.N.E. is an app exclusive radio drama series about a faulty Human-Robot Hybrid adjusting to life in contemporary Ireland. Although A.I.N.E. appears as a smart and sophisticated 30 year old, the reality is...she’s not the sharpest tool in the box. Can artificial intelligence and Irish society co-exist? Is it all going to end in tears? Tune in every Monday to hear Ireland’s first A.I. bring awkwardness to a new level. A.I.N.E. (Artificial Intelligence Nine Eight) was a joint development between the European Robotics Research Network (ERRN) and Science Foundation Ireland (SFI). The project was led by Dr. Clive Clayton and based in Madrid, Spain. The ERRN and SFI hope to integrate A.I.’s into modern society as part of the Irish Government’s “robotics strategy”. In doing so, Irish President Michael D. Higgins aims to encourage the country on towards securing a large percentage of a multi-billion Euro industry. Once users have downloaded the A.I.N.E. app, they will have exclusive access to ‘AineVision’. This feature allows app users to see the world through A.I.N.E.’s eyes. The ‘AineVision’ live feed can happen anywhere, any time. Where will she be? What will you see? Download the free app now to find out.


Format: Audio Drama

Continuity: Serial

Voices: Cast

Genres: Science fiction

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Episodes:

AINE - Episode 10 - Series 01 - Robocon (Part 2)

Mon, 29 Jun 2015 11:46:11 +0000

Part two of the series finale finds A.I.N.E. and co in the middle of a hostage situation with A.I.S.O. (the awol AI). Will the crew make it out alive? Will the mayor of NYC meet A.I.S.O's million dollar demands? What does the future hold for Rockwood's resident robot? Tune in to hear how this dramatic two part episode concludes.

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AINE - Episode 09 - Series 01 - Robocon - Part 1 of 2 (Series Finale)

Mon, 22 Jun 2015 10:53:19 +0000

Prepare for a jam packed episode in part one of this two part series finale. What happens when AINE, her co-creators Dr. Clayton and Dr. Whyte, half of Rockwood parish, an AWOL Japanese Human-Robot Hybrid name AISO (Artificial Intelligence Sixty One) and two twin Human-Robot Hybrids named Tai Chi (Twin Artificial Intelligence Chi) and Tai Chan (Twin Artificial Intelligence Chan) descend on New York for the annual Robocon 2015 convention? Let's just say "the big apple" takes on more than it can chew. Part two of this episode will conclude next week.

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AINE - Episode 08 - Series 01 - Bastardo's Wonderful Women

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:23:31 +0000

This week, after being fired from her job at the coffee shop, AINE applies for a job at Bastardo's; a local fish and chip shop run by the notorious sleaze bag Lorenzo Bastardo. In a case of mistaken identity, Lorenzo confuses his budding interviewee (AINE) for one of his "girls". All sorts of chaos ensues as AINE goes from a potential burger making zero to a local celebrity and superhero.

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AINE - Episode 07 - Series 01 - Wrestling with Life

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 12:31:38 +0000

Robberies, malfunctions, hackers, the death of her first "child", AINE's integration period has been turbulent to say the least. However, AINE's boyfriend Eggsy wants to change that. In an attempt to cheer AINE up, Eggsy decides to rob the local credit union. Why? So that he can buy AINE her dream motorcycle of course. Unfortunately, things don't go to plan. With Eggsy behind bars and their short lived relationship in the can, AINE turns her attention to the opposite sex. Meet Jesse, a 6ft 4inch, New Jersey built, powerhouse pro wrestler. As the saying goes, monkey see, monkey do.

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AINE - Episode 06 - Series 01 - Holy Smokes

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 12:59:41 +0000

Last week, AINE decided it was time to find a boyfriend. After scouring an internet dating site, AINE arranged a date with local lad Fergus Eggert; known to most as Eggsy. After a great night of chatting and dancing, Eggsy decided to take it a step further by attempting to open what he believed to be AINE's bra strap. Unfortunately for Eggsy, he ended up opening AINE's control panel, thus exposing AINE as a human-robot hybrid. AINE's attempts to put Eggsy at ease and explain her non human traits went unheard as Eggsy ran for his life. This weeks episode picks up where we left off. After a rocky first date, AINE meets Eggsy in the local coffee shop and assures him that they can have a sustainable relationship. Unfortunately, the unexpected arrival of their first child "Jesus" doesn't make life easier.

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AINE - Episode 05 - Series 01 - Boyfriend Material

Mon, 25 May 2015 11:33:08 +0000

“Hello Eggsy, thank you for the messages. I will do the meet with you at the Space Bar at 8 clocks. I have your phone numbers from the old messages. My number is 555 – 989898. I knew you might liked the Basket Cases 2, it is one of the best movies. PS - United will not be able to get their balls in the goal tomorrow. They do not know how to score”. Lock up your sons! AINE has turned to online dating with the hope of finding her first boyfriend.

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AINE - Episode 04 - Series 01 - Hacking & Slacking

Sun, 17 May 2015 23:03:15 +0000

Poor AINE, will she ever get a break? Not this week. Unfortunately AINE has been hacked. By who? Two useless layabouts with nothing better to do with their time. Join them as they take full control of AINE, dress her up as a hipster and wreak havoc with the staff at the local pharmacy and independent record store.

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Episode 03 - Series 01 - The Presidential Gala

Sun, 10 May 2015 23:03:10 +0000

Choosing to house the world's first Human-Robot Hybrid was never going to be an easy task. Ask AINE's new housemates, Claire & Greg. Not only have they put AINE into "Factory Reset" mode, they've also jeopardised her invitation to speak at the annual Presidential Gala. Can they fix AINE in time for her big speech? Or will it all end in tears? Tune in to find out.

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Episode 02 - Series 01 - Bloody Hands

Sun, 03 May 2015 21:28:10 +0000

Its been one week since the Irish government launched AINE into Irish society and already she's in trouble with the law. Why are the police chasing AINE on the M7 motorway? Does Dr. Clayton (AINE's co-creator) have the answer? Tune in to find out.

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Episode 01 - Series 01 - Off The Rails

Sat, 25 Apr 2015 16:44:10 +0000

In this début episode, AINE takes a train to the capital to collect her Irish Visa. Whilst on board, our favourite faulty Human-Robot Hybrid encounters a homeless street junkie with one thing on his mind. How does AINE fare out? Tune in to find out.

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