Life With Althaar
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Creator: Gemini CollisionWorks
Full cast Comedy Serial Audio Drama
Synopsis:
An epic science-fiction sitcom for your ears about an unlikely human/alien friendship in the unluckiest place in Human space. It is the mid-26th Century. John B, a humble repairman and ”former human” (having lost his legal status as such), has left the Earth for mysterious reasons. He is perhaps the unluckiest being in Human space. He has wound up at the Human Exchange Concourse, or the ”HEC,” once the site of Humanity’s First Galactic Fair. It was the biggest flop in Human history. ”The Fairgrounds” is perhaps the unluckiest place in Human space. You don’t go there, you end up there. John’s luck seems to have changed when he gets a good apartment at an amazingly reasonable price only to find his roommate is Althaar, an Iltorian, who is determined to befriend a Human. (Iltorians are the kindest, nicest species in all known space, and natural diplomats, beloved by almost all, but their slightest presence causes Humans to instinctively respond with panic, fear, disgust, nausea, and loss of bodily functions). Can a Human and Iltorian live together without one of them driving the other crazy?
Format: Audio Drama
Continuity: Serial
Writing: Scripted
Voices: Full cast
Genres: Comedy, Science fiction
Maturity: Young adult
Creator demographics: / Disabled / LGBTQ+ / Neurodivergent
Content warnings: / Abusive behaviour / Alcohol and drug abuse / Explicit language / Violence
Country of origin: United States
Transcript details: Show notes
Completion status: Partial
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Episodes:
Episode 1: Welcome to The Fairgrounds
Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 -0400
In which John B. arrives at The Fairgrounds, a space station in the Teegarden's System commonly known as the unluckiest place in Human space, and finds himself living with Althaar, the nicest being you'd ever want to meet, from a species whose very presence in any way causes Humans to react instinctively with fear, panic, and nausea. As John goes about his new day and job on the Fairgrounds, he meets many of the other beings who have wound up there, and discovers that even the simplest day-to-day existence on the station is basically a death-defying act. EPISODE ONE "Welcome to the Fairgrounds" written by Ian W. Hill & Berit Johnson featuring John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Bridge Crew, Security Guard #2, Sopon Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Galaxbudget Passenger Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, GalaxBudget Passenger Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Bridge Crew with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, CustomsBot, Welcome Video Voice, Bridge Crew, Recreation DirectorBot, Drunk Alien Olivia Baseman: GalaxBudget Voice, Amber on the Bridge Linus Gelber: CabinBot, RoboMechanic, Bridge Crew Anna Stefanic: GalaxBudget Passenger Jessica Stoya: HECNET Voice, Bridge Crew Fred Backus: Flux Abondante, smuggler Philip Cruise: Helpful Alien, Security Guard #1, Bridge Crew Lex Friedman: Voice of Fairgrounds, Vape Emporium Announcer Derrick Peterson: Bridge Crew Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com -- TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 2: Asymmetry in Band Structure Theory
Fri, 26 Jul 2019 02:18:46 -0400
In which Dee's backup band at The Electric Egg leaves The Fairgrounds, and Dee learns to her horror why you should always sign a contract based on local time. Althaar attempts to get closer to his new roommate John B through meditation, with disastrous results. And a new Xbidont musician, a 12-armed virtuoso on 5 instruments at once, arrives on station, and may be the answer to at least one of Dee's problems, if only he weren't, like so many of his species, a peanut butter junkie. EPISODE TWO "Asymmetry in Band Structure Theory" written by Philip Cruise featuring Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Safety DirectorBot Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Berit Johnson as Althaar, Security Guard #2, Drunk Alien, Sopon Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Q'Crudup John Amir as John B, Diego, Busted Xbidont Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert with Lex Friedman: RVD Krankor Communications Fred Backus: Ensign Rose Philip Cruise: Security Guard #1, Tiny Bill Tremaine Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Ziggy, CustomsBot, Shlooma, Park InfoBot Olivia Baseman: Charles Stringus Leila Okafor: Transit Hub Announcement Anna Stefanic: Gate Welcome Voice Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Hydroponics Park Voice Linus Gelber: Youth Hostel Kid Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Songs composed, arranged, and programmed by Berit with help from Ian and Anna Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com -- TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 3: Such Stuff as Dreams
Fri, 09 Aug 2019 00:38:37 -0400
In which the omnipresent (and possibly omnipotent), multidimensional Lt. Frall chooses to finally take some time off, but sends a future version of themself back in time to take their place and be present again when The Fairgrounds' senior staff is visited by The Fidorians, a friendly, dog-like species that turns out to have a surprisingly dark side, as the demand the return of an unknown item known to be on the station. Perhaps Sherlock HolmesBot and his associate Veronica Gardens can help find the mysterious mcguffin. Meanwhile, The Electric Egg runs afoul of the all-powerful Musicians Union, and must placate their rep, Mo Stolber, if they don't want to be shut down. EPISODE THREE "Such Stuff as Dreams" written by Linus Gelber featuring John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Transit Voice, Customs Officer, Sopon, Kwontz Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, HECNET Voice Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Safety DirectorBot Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, PA Voice Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, HTA Voice Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Transit Voice, Customs Officer Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Transit Hub Voice Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel with David Arthur Bachrach: Crazy Caller, Rex Linus Gelber: CommsBot, Mo Stolber, Radio DJ Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Recreation DirectorBot, Sherlock HolmesBot, Customs Officer Lex Friedman: Transit Voice, Veronica Gardens, Door Voice Jessica Stoya: Completely Innocent Not-a-Smuggler Traveler Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Dean Haspiel: Hunter the Fidorian Leila Okafor: Fidorian Movie Narration Philip Cruise: Tactical Officer Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Songs composed, arranged, and programmed by Berit with help from Ian and Anna Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com -- TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Thu, 22 Aug 2019 23:05:00 -0400
In which a disaster strikes that threatens the entire station, but the robots morally won't fix it because of union rules, and humans legally can't fix it because it will kill them. Unfortunately, it turns out that John B, due to his mysterious past, falls under neither of these categories fully, and is required to perform the repair even though it will kill him. Can he figure out a solution that will keep him alive and get the repair fixed in time? And will Althaar's attempts to relax him through massage and a new Jacuzzi have any effect on his mood? EPISODE FOUR "B, Robot" written by John Amir and Lex Friedman featuring Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Commissary Voice Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Alien Barfly Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory with Ian W. Hill: Recreation DirectorBot, Announcer, Winston ChurchillBot Fred Backus: Systems Chief Rojas Philip Cruise: J. Edgar HooverBot Lex Friedman: Station Voice, Mother JonesBot Leila Okafor: Conference Room Voice Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Hydroponics Voice David Arthur Bachrach: Class TraitorBot Dean Haspiel: Working StiffBot, Fast Food Customer Linus Gelber: Jimmy HoffaBot Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 5: The Luck Navigators
Thu, 05 Sep 2019 23:00:51 -0400
In which an unfamiliar ship lands on The Fairgrounds, turning out to contain two "scien-technicians" from the species known as "The Luck Navigators," whose entire technology is based on riding waves of Luck and it's opposite, which they refer to by the technical term "Suck." Unfortunately, the extreme amount of suck on the station has trapped them, and chaos descends as The Fairgrounds is beset by events, large and small, of extreme good and bad fortune, which the Luck Navigators predict will end in a disastrous singularity, the Suckhole. Is John B actually at the center of it all, and is he empirically the unluckiest being in the galaxy? And will the impending disaster be averted if Commander Torianna blasts John out of an airlock? And how is this all affecting open mic night at The Electric Egg? EPISODE FIVE "The Luck Navigators" written by Ian W. Hill and Berit Johnson featuring Berit Johnson as Althaar, Alien Barfly, Bridge Crew John Amir as John B, Bridge Crew Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Helium Miner Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Helium Miner, Bridge Crew Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Helium Miner Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax with Ian W. Hill: Recreation DirectorBot, Announcer, Helium Miner, Bridge Crew David Arthur Bachrach: Bridge Crew Linus Gelber: Docking Crew, Bridge Crew Lex Friedman: Bklgrhch Philip Cruise: Aoooaoooaoooaooo, Bridge Crew Jessica Stoya: Velbopp's Announcer Eli Ganias: Helium Miner, Bridge Crew Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Special Thanks to Associate Suck Mathematician Sean Rockoff Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 6: Blood Is Thicker Than Vacuum
Fri, 20 Sep 2019 01:14:16 -0400
In which family problems come to The Fairgrounds, as Xtopps turns out to have a surprising background, and duties he is expected to take on, peanut butter junkie or not, and John's estranged sister Susan is part of the diplomatic corps sent to handle the tricky Xbidont/League of Humans situation that is developing. Meanwhile, 3-D cribbage is played, Dee, with her backing band distracted, has to sing public domain karaoke, and MC Magnetopause takes over the egg with the old sounds of the 24th Century's hottest music craze, Dubwaltz. EPISODE SIX "Blood Is Thicker Than Vacuum" written by Berit Johnson and Ian W. Hill featuring Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Eli Ganias as H.F. Berit Johnson as Althaar, Kwontz, Alien Barfly, Sopon Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert John Amir as John B, Factotum, MC Magnetopause Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory with Olivia Baseman: TravelHub Announcer Philip Cruise: Bill Znaris Jessica Stoya: Susan Torkin Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Drunk Alien David Arthur Bachrach: His Bountiful Factotery Q’Fullin Lex Friedman: The Most Serene Amplified High Notability, J’Yallen Dwan B’techer Men’Walz, Daughter of J’Bellent, House Byllaburt, of the Grand Duchy of Prang Leila Okafor: Customer RelationsBot Linus Gelber: Waitron Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 7: The Infinity Contagion
Thu, 03 Oct 2019 23:13:52 -0400
In which disaster strikes The Fairgrounds (but doesn't it always?) when a mysterious incapacitating disease strikes every non-Human on the station - including the Robots - leaving a skeleton crew to try and run the HEC and cure the disease before life-support functions totally fail. Will the Humans do it before time runs out? What disgusting things does Human comfort food do to a sick lltorian? Will John B get a date with the amazonian Sanitation Fusilier of his dreams? And why is Andrew McCarthyBot not affected by the disease? EPISODE SEVEN "The Infinity Contagion" written by Amanda La Pergola featuring John Amir as John B Eli Ganias as H.F. Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sick Vent-Biter Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Mary MallonBot Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Sarge Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Dr. Lacerta Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Recreation DirectorBot Lex Friedman: Emma GoldmanBot Leila Okafor: Dr. Mwangi Philip Cruise: McCarthyBot 1 Linus Gelber: Rusty Fred Backus: Brick Anna Stefanic: Stella Jessica Stoya: HECNET Voice Olivia Baseman: McCarthyBot 2 Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 8: Robot's Rules of Order
Fri, 18 Oct 2019 01:36:34 -0400
In which the Robot Union goes on strike, leaving The Fairgrounds in chaos, with, on top of it, most of the doors and panels saying insulting things about Commander Torianna in various Earth languages. John B, as a bridge between Humans and Robots, is conscripted by both sides to convince the other of the error of their ways. Meanwhile, with the power out and no access to more booze in The Electric Egg, adorable Fugulnari retiree plant-being Mrs. Frondrinax attempts to create a beer-brewing collective. EPISODE EIGHT "Robot's Rules of Order" written by John Amir featuring Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, PacinoBot, Bridge Crew Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Norwegian Door, Bridge Crew, Sopon, Alien Barfly, French Terminal Eli Ganias as H.F. Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Spanish Door Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Sarge Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Dr. Lacerta Derrick Peterson as Xtopps with Jessica Stoya: Maintenance Announcer Linus Gelber: John C. CalhounBot, German Door, Bridge Crew, Italian Terminal, Patron 4, HoffaBot Rolls Andre: ForemanBot Lex Friedman: Terminal Voice, Mother JonesBot, Patron 6 Ian W. Hill: Announcer, ChurchillBot, WilhelmBot, Patron 8, Other ForemanBot Miyu Yakota: Japanese Door Olivia Baseman: Patron 1 David Arthur Bachrach: Patron 2 Fred Backus: Patron 3 Leila Okafor: Patron 5 Philip Cruise: Patron 7 Holly Pocket McCaffrey: ChildBot Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! 2IaJ7jq20HifUF91wQa8
Episode 9: Everything Althaar Always Wanted to Know About Sex
Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:34:15 -0400
In which we discover WHO is responsible for the pineapple juice that's filling up The Fairgrounds, WHAT Robots do for "tension relief," WHERE the zero-gravity Twister competition will be held if the pineapple juice can't be removed, WHEN the painfully shy Magnosians are able to mate, and HOW Althaar will learn about the "human sexing!" Answers involve weightless SCUBA diving among said pineapple juice, the exchange of vital internal parts, a lot of incredibly potent alcohol, and a much regretted favor. EPISODE NINE "Everything Althaar Always Wanted to Know About Sex (but Humans Keep Running Away Before He Can Ask)" written by Chris Lee featuring John Amir as John B Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Berit Johnson as Althaar Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Eli Ganias as H.F. Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, SurveyorBot Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory with Jessica Stoya: Princess Pancakes, Susan Olivia Baseman: Judy, Amber on the Bridge Anna Stefanic: Stella, MaidBot Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Recreation DirectorBot Lex Friedman: Door Voice, Bubbles Linus Gelber: PlummerBot Philip Cruise: Magnosian Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! IDfUgKExV8G3qnI7nPcI
Episode 10: Our Man in the Fairgrounds
Fri, 15 Nov 2019 00:01:07 -0500
In which The Inspector calls and throws The Fairgrounds into (even more) chaos, StalinBot covets a jetpack, Althaar disguises himself as a nitrogen-fixing coolant processor, Mrs. Frondrinax amuses herself with gossip (and beats up a trash can), Cole Porter lyrics continue to offend or terminally confuse alien races, energy-being Lieutenant-Commander Frall tries out a new look (Stetson!), and we discover why you really, REALLY don't want to order the special at Sammy's Wiches. EPISODE TEN "Our Man in the Fairgrounds" written by Linus Gelber featuring Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Check-This-Out Vendor Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Totally Legit Crew Member Berit Johnson as Althaar, Other Totally Legit Crew, Sopon, BankBot, Alien Pass Voice, Qwontz, Alien Barfly Eli Ganias as H.F., Shady Alien Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Litterer Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert John Amir as John B, Deals Dealer, Gordian Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, I've-Got-The-Same-One Vendor with Linus Gelber: StalinBot, The Inspector Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge, Fashion PoliceBot Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Recreation DirectorBot, CustomsBot, Trash Enforcer, Suspicious Alien Philip Cruise: Curious Shopper, Cpl. Dormer, Sammy, Misinformed Alien David Arthur Bachrach: Mine-Is-Purple Vendor, System Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee in Hydroponics Anna Stefanic: Other Person on the Bridge, Not-What-You-Think Merchant Lex Friedman: Peppy Advertising Barker, Door Voice Leila Okafor: English Pass Voice Jessica Stoya: Curly Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 11: The Merciless Errand
Thu, 28 Nov 2019 23:01:00 -0500
In which John B attempts a simple errand: returning the talking (and annoying) 3-headed "Cockathreece" that he was sent instead of the goldfish he wanted from one side of a station level to the other in under an hour. But of course, it's The Fairgrounds, which means a complicated set of detours around a scavenger hunt, broken elevators, threats from cookie-selling ScoutBots, a full-on battle between Sanitation Fusiliers and the deadly Vent Biters, an anti-gravity Twister match, and a rowboat trip to The Old Mill (who puts a lake in a space station?). All while enduring the insults of the relentless Cockathreece. EPISODE ELEVEN "The Merciless Errand" written by John Amir and Lex Friedman featuring Berit Johnson as Althaar, Hapless Customer, ScoutBot 2, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Paintball Player John Amir as John B Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, STEMBro 2 Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Llama, Llama-Wrangler, Cockathreece 2 Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Shipping Bot, ScoutBot 3 Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna, Fidorian 2 Eli Ganias as H.F., Fidorian 3 Derrick Peterson as Xtopps with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Recreation DirectorBot, Bronsonian, Another Hapless Customer, Scavenger 1, Cockathreece 3, Sanitation Worker 2, Winston ChurchillBot, Quarker Brothers Voice Leila Okafor: Travel Hub Voice Philip Cruise: STEMBro 1, Christopher WalkenBot, Scavenger 2, ScoutBot 1, Sanitation Worker 1 Linus Gelber: Cockathreece 1, Fidorian 1 Lex Friedman: Elevator Voice, Bubbles Rolls Andre: George ForemanBot Anna Stefanic: Capuloid Emissary, Stella David Arthur Bachrach: Montaguian Emissary, Old Caretaker Jessica Stoya: Scavenger 3 Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 12: A Very Althaar Christmas
Thu, 12 Dec 2019 23:00:00 -0500
In which is essayed A Very Special holiday episode, as Althaar wanders The Fairgrounds attempting to learn the True Meaning of Christmas so he can help his human friend John B, who is homesick for Earth. Along the way he learns about some of the many beliefs (or lack thereof) of the humans, robots, aliens, and energy beings of the station, while John sits in their apartment unsuccessfully trying to avoid Christmas media (except for making an alcohol-heavy holiday dessert). EPISODE TWELVE "A Very Althaar Christmas" written by Berit Johnson featuring John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sharon, Recipe Voice 1, Sopon, Kwontz, Alien Barfly Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Eli Ganias as H.F. Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Marie CurieBot Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Torianna with Linus Gelber: Groft, Dave, Tiny Tim 2, Nature Documentary Voice, Charles DickensBot, Martin LutherBot David Arthur Bachrach: Plarnk, Special Announcer, Financial Reporter Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Mubbet, Miss Sophie, Tiny Tim 1 Ian W. Hill: TV Announcer, Announcer, Familiar Space Smuggler, Recipe Voice 3 Jessica Stoya: Z'Wizzlinarp, Tiny Tim 3 Rolls Andre: George ForemanBot Anna Stefanic: Recipe Voice 2, Stella Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Lex Friedman: Bubbles Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Holiday Music Arrangements by Berit and Anna Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 13: Mars Flies in a Klein Bottle
Thu, 26 Dec 2019 23:00:00 -0500
In which all the main characters are trapped in the disreputable bar The Electric Egg after their Christmas party when the security doors seal as several station-threatening disasters suddenly rampage. Between all of their various skills, and while stuck where they are, they must come up with a solution that will repair the tiny loose wire behind it all, which is on the other side of the station, before the Fairgrounds explodes or the residents are all eaten by the predatory xenomorphs that have emerged from their usual home in the vents. Meanwhile, the bar regulars are getting stir-crazy, and the entertainment options are limited. EPISODE THIRTEEN "Mars Flies in a Klein Bottle" written by Ian W. Hill featuring John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Kwontz, Alien Barfly Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax with Lex Friedman: Crisis Announcement Voice, Bubbles Ian W. Hill: Announcer Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Linus Gelber: Martin LutherBot Rolls Andre: Drunk Alien Anna Stefanic: Stella Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Additional Song Composition, Arrangement, and Performance by Berit and Ian Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2019 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
A Between-Season Word from Gemini CollisionWorks
Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0400
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Althaar's Very-Special First-Season Musical EP!
Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:08:00 -0400
ALTHAAR'S VERY-SPECIAL FIRST-SEASON MUSICAL EP!
music, lyrics, and dialogue by Ian W. Hill and Berit Johnson
for Gemini CollisionWorks
except "Credit Music," composed by Anna Stefanic
and "Surfin' Bee," original music by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
all arrangements by Berit Johnson
produced, mixed, and engineered by Ian W. Hill
1. Althaar Welcomes You!
2. "Life With Althaar opening credit music (instrumental)"
3. Althaar on Dee and Xtopps!
4. "Danube Planum"
5. Althaar on Xtopps's Audition!
6. "Surfin' Bee"
7. Althaar on Space Shanties!
8. "Around the Rings of Saturn (excerpt)"
9. Althaar Introduces a Duet!
10. "Baby, It's a Vacuum Out There"
11. Althaar Enjoys Interstellar Cultural Exchange!
12. "The 38 Days of Qo'rqish (excerpt)"
13. Althaar Doesn't Get a Joke, but Likes the Song Anyway!
14. "Beyond Uranus"
15. Althaar Thanks You and Says Goodbye for Now!
16. "Life With Althaar closing credits music (instrumental)"
performed by
Zuri Washington -- lead vocals (tracks 4, 10, 14)
Derrick Peterson -- lead vocal (track 10); backing vocal (track 4)
Anna Stefanic -- piano (tracks 1, 10, 16); additional synth (track 6)
Ian W. Hill -- electric guitar (tracks 4, 14)
Berit Johnson -- computer-programmed instruments (tracks 4, 6, 10, 14); Stylophone GEN X-1 (track 14); additional piano (track 14); Althaar
with
The Helium Freighter Crew Chorale (track 8):
Eli Ganias, Ian W. Hill, Chris Lee, Derrick Peterson & Alyssa Simon
and most of the Life With Althaar cast as the Qo'rqish Lament Singers (track 12)
special thanks to Thomas C. for parodic advice
Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks
Fri, 17 Jul 2020 00:00:16 -0400
In which we return to The Fairgrounds after six months to find the crew apparently happier and in considerably less danger, with no life-threatening incidents having happened for many weeks, which of course means that no one is comfortable, everyone is bored or suspicious, and, given the normally disaster-prone station, all the residents are just waiting for the other shoe to drop. And during one work cycle, a number of crew members, worried about this strange lack of turmoil, individually take extra precautions against anything going wrong, resulting, of course, in an unexpected domino effect to an unpleasant conclusion. EPISODE FOURTEEN "The Other Shoe" written by Ian W. Hill & Berit Johnson featuring Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Cpl. Ness, Kwontz John Amir as John B Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Derrick Peterson as Xtopps with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, William S. BurroughsBot, Large Mike Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Linus Gelber: StalinBot Holly Pockey McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Elevator Clara Francesca: Offspring Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer David Arthur Bachrach: Reassuring Announcer Fred Backus: Zanrak Jessica Stoya: Seled Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Additional Song Composition, Arrangement, and Performance by Berit and Ian Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 15: A Simple Game of SuperNova
Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0400
In which The Syndicate comes to The Fairgrounds to make Chip Frinkel an offer he can't refuse concerning his bar, The Electric Egg: a seemingly innocent offer of a pool table. However, more turns out to be riding on the table, and a game of SuperNova on it, than first appears. Meanwhile, Althaar becomes addicted to binge-watching 21st-Century television shows. EPISODE FIFTEEN "A Simple Game of SuperNova" written by Chris Lee featuring Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Cpl. Ness, Commerical Bro 2, Alien Barfly Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Commercial Sexy Robot Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Commercial Bro Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel John Amir as John B Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes with Jessica Stoya: Frank David Arthur Bachrach: Stuart, E-BOT Lex Friedman: Bubbles Ian W. Hill: Announcer, NERCA, William S. BurroughsBot, Bro Commercial, Dilurian 2, Kaiser WilhelmBot Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Linus Gelber: StalinBot, Sysco Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer, John McEnroeBot Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie, Dilurian 3 Anna Stefanic : Stella Reyes Fred Backus: Dilurian 4, Donald Escroc Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! NB: A handful of early downloaders may have gotten an inferior version with one unfinished scene still left in the mix by accident. It's been corrected now, but hey, collectors' item!
Episode 16: Big Numbers and Little Science
Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0400
In which Drop Time comes again to The Fairgrounds, though several newcomers to the station have no idea what this period -- when the station drops a certain amount of days from the calendar to get in line with Earth's -- means for them. For John B, it means his birthday is getting skipped, for Dee, it means a cruel prank regarding a non-binding contract, for the energy being Lt. Frall, it means trying to drink coffee and pouring it on the floor, and for most of the crew, it means a time to slack off and ignore all rules. An angry John B searches for the hidden Timekeeping Central department, to discover the secret of The Algorithm that decides when Drop Time occurs, while H.F. takes Dee on a tour of several secret places on the station only available to the public during Drop Time. EPISODE SIXTEEN "Big Numbers and Little Science" written by Linus Gelber featuring Berit Johnson as Althaar, Herbert, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Video Kid John Amir as John B, Sanitation Grunt, Video Kid Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Indistinct Caller Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, HECNET Responder, Alien Duck Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Barry the Pilot Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Video Kid Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Video Kid Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax with Linus Gelber: PythagorasBot, Sanitation Grunt Philip Cruise: PhilolausBot, Sanitation Grunt Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Winston ChurchillBot, Sanitation Grunt, Birthday Alert, Video Kid, William S. BurroughsBot, Trash Detector Anna Stefanic : Stella Reyes Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Clara Francesca : Drop Time Educator Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 17: The Sweet Smell of the Fairgrounds
Fri, 28 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0400
In which the "Steves" from an annoying but highly motivated and skilled capitalist species, the Dilurians, come to The Fairgrounds, renting a downshifted and unused level, from which they proceed to wreak havoc across the entire space station. As their new business, Cadabra, expands rapidly from selling personalized smells, they begin, in less than a day, to gentrify across the station, wiping out all the beloved homegrown businesses and replacing them with more-convenient apps providing far worse service. On top of it, Commander Torianna discovers she will have to avert an actual massacre as the Dilurians attempt to expand into the sector of the Pudendar, a proud and exiled species of warrior artists uninterested in and offended by the commercial offerings. EPISODE SEVENTEEN "The Sweet Smell of the Fairgrounds" written by Amanda La Pergola and Philip Cruise featuring Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Docking Clerk, X.Z. Drachir Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Steve the First, Steve, Steve from BizLaunch, Party Steve Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Steve the Second, Tour Guide Steve, Steve the Final Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Steve-O Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna John Amir as John B, Steve in Operations Berit Johnson as Althaar, Stevers, Sopon, Cpl. Ness, Steve from Admin Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Steve-a-rino Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Steve in Legal, Ayn RandBot with Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Package Non-Recipient, Pudendari Attendant Philip Cruise: Christopher WalkenBot, Cpl. Dormer, Steve from Showcaine Lex Friedman: Smarmy Computer, Steven, Dating Service Drone Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Stevie, Jean-Claude, Kaiser WilhelmBot, Promo Drone, True Crime Comedian, Steve the Penultimate Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Rolls Andre: George ForemanBot, Restaurant Promo Leila Okafor: Officer Crveno, Showcaine P.A. Anna Stefanic : Stella Reyes, Pitch Video, Zyloxides fru Peplin David Arthur Bachrach: Steve from Integration, Falling-in-Love Drone, Pharma Steve Linus Gelber: Steve from HR, StalinBot, Awesome Steve Fred Backus: Steve from Tech Support, Big Steve Clara Francesca : Offspring, Queen Westellernta of the Pudendari Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 18: Space Hat with Air
Fri, 11 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0400
In which John B, on yet another boring and routine EVA mission to fix a very small wire on the outside of The Fairgrounds, is sent hurling away from the space station by a chance explosion. As John and the bridge crew attempt in vain to find a way to bring him back (that won't kill him), all of his other friends on The Fairgrounds show up on the bridge to say hello (for no logical reason), and John suspects that, despite their assurances, it's really to say a very final goodbye. And for some reason or reasons, neither Frall nor Althaar seem to be around. EPISODE EIGHTEEN "Space Hat with Air" written by Ian W. Hill featuring John Amir as John B Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Berit Johnson as Althaar, Cpl. Ness, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Kwontz Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar with Linus Gelber: StalinBot Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Ian W. Hill: Announcer Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Rolls Andre: Werner HerzogBot Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Lex Friedman: Bubbles Anna Stefanic : Stella Reyes Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 19: Eight Ways of Looking at a Bar Fight
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0400
In which Chip returns to The Electric Egg after a quick errand to find an immense booze fight in progress among just about everyone we know on The Fairgrounds. In attempting to sort out how the fight began, we are presented with eight flashbacks from amongst the crew, none of which actually in themselves do much to illuminate how the fight happened, but all of them revealing much about each character and how they see everyone else on The Fairgrounds and how they believe they are see and treated by all the others.
EPISODE NINETEEN "Eight Ways of Looking at a Bar Fight" written by John Amir and Lex Friedmanfeaturing
Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Berit Johnson as Althaar, Cpl. Ness, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Kwontz, Xbidont Goddess, Spotel Manager Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes John Amir as John B, WoodsmanBot Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'arwith
Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Winston ChurchillBot, Dilurian, CommonerBot, Assassin Lex Friedman: Bubbles Linus Gelber: Space Priest Fred Backus: Jasper Bigelow Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic "Efficiency/The Better World" music and lyrics by John, arranged by Berit Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks extra special thanks to Julie Hoverson for the inspirational tweet WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 20: Dial 'O' for Bigelow
Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:15:00 -0400
In which A Murder Is Announced. A homicide in a cheap lodging turns out to have important and personal ramifications for Commander Torianna, who takes on the investigation personally. Meanwhile, Althaar, having binge-watched hours of 20th-Century Earth mystery TV shows, on discovering that Mrs. Frondrinax is implicated in the crime, decides to do his own sleuthing, dragging the hapless John B along on what may or may not be a wild goose chase. At the same time, a redecoration of The Electric Egg makes everyone uncomfortable for undefinable reasons, Sherlock HolmesBot is disabled, evidence is stolen by a dog, and Mixology is only a red herring. EPISODE TWENTY "Dial 'O' for Bigelow" written by Ian W. Hill and Berit Johnson featuring Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Berit Johnson as Althaar, Cpl. Ness, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Kwontz John Amir as John B, Collaborator 2 Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Collaborator 3 Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes with Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Sherlock HolmesBot, Collaborator 1 Leila Okafor: Dr. Mwangi Lex Friedman: Veronica Gardens, Bubbles Fred Backus: Jasper Bigelow Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee! in Hydroponics, Miss Sophie Dean Haspiel: Informer Linus Gelber: Brindrinorx Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 21: They're Coming to Get You, Althaar
Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:18:07 -0400
In which John tries to share the Halloween tradition of watching scary movies with Althaar, and only succeeds in truly terrifying his friend with the mere idea that Humans could rise from the grave, as zombies are a completely and literally alien idea to all non-Human species. Meanwhile, controversial broadcaster Beaux Several arrives on the Fairgrounds after damaging several other civilizations by "just asking questions," and promptly charms and angers the locals in roughly equal amounts, while causing more trouble by promoting the Mrs. Frondrinax-created rumor that Humans actually can control the dead. And the other species on the Fairgrounds begin to form some Human-hating angry mobs. EPISODE TWENTY-ONE "They're Coming to Get You, Althaar" written by Linus Gelber featuring John Amir as John B, Corky, Tank Worker Berit Johnson as Althaar, Hitherto Unnoticed Bridge Person, Spy Baby, Tank Worker, Sopon, Restaurant Patron, Cpl. Ness Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Pushy HECNET Media Control, Queue-Tube Streamer, Spy Baby Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, House Security Activation, Bold Spy Baby Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna, Hopeful Aqua Screamo Fan, Spy Baby Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Angry Broadcaster, Spy Baby, Curious Wet-Tank Spunt, Restaurant Patron, Suspicious Alien 3 Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Tess Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, with Jessica Stoya: Rhubarb Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Beaux Chair, Kaiser WilhelmBot, Marty, Baffled Egg Patron, Boris KarloffBot, Maitre D', Suspicious Alien 2 David Arthur Bachrach: Shakespearean ActorBot Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Linus Gelber: Hitherto Unnoticed Bridge Person's Friend, FRGD-Wave DJ, Todd, Rutledge, StalinBot Philip Cruise: Beaux Several, Baffled Egg Patron, Spy Baby, Stella's Napkin, Cpl. Dormer, Suspicious Alien 4 Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Tank Worker Lex Friedman: Tank Worker, John's Napkin, Suspicious Alien 1 Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 22: The Secret Life of Plants
Fri, 06 Nov 2020 02:01:00 -0500
In which the Day of the Fugulnari Ascension arrives. EPISODE TWENTY-TWO "The Secret Life of Plants" written by Ian W. Hill and Berit Johnson featuring John Amir as John B, Hydroponics Recruiter Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Sharon, Cpl. Ness Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Fugulnari 3, Mackalocka Amanda La Pergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, PSA Announcer Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Tess Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Derrick Peterson as Xtopps with David Arthur Bachrach: Fugulnari 1, Angry Bronsonian Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Fugulnari 2, Drunk Fugulnari Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Kaiser WilhelmBot, Marty, Herrdronn, William S. BurroughsBot Jessica Stoya: Susan Torkan Philip Cruise: Beaux Several, Cpl. Ness, Rotary Club Spokesbeing Linus Gelber: StalinBot, Todd Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge, Flixwintrix Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Clara Francesca: Rixlon Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee in Hydroponics Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 23: Trade Test Transmissions
Thu, 19 Nov 2020 23:01:00 -0500
In which the citizens of the Fairgrounds try to figure out the rules and limits of living under the new "suggestions" from the Fugulnari Advisory Committee. While Fugulnari agent Mrs. Frondrinax has her own problems in a new assignment creating a trade deal with the Bee People, Commander Torianna finds herself in a now mostly formal position, John B and Stella rarely get to see each other because of interference in their work schedules by the new management, drunk and arrogant Fugulnari cause problems at The Electric Egg, and H.F. searches desperately to find a safe place where Miss Sophie can now do her business. EPISODE TWENTY-THREE "Trade Test Transmissions" written by Amanda LaPergola featuring John Amir as John B, Baroness Kleodora, Offended Fugulnari Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty, Tess Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Kwontz, DivineBot Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, William S. BurroughsBot, Trash Detector Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Linus Gelber: Martin LutherBot, Todd, Fidorian 2, Dave Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Amber's Mom #1, Fidorian 1 Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Jessica Stoya: Amber's Mom #2, Zwizz'linarp Fred Backus: Oakensarx, Drunk Fugulnari Philip Cruise: Beaux Several, Mark WahlbergBot Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Clara Francesca: Dinorbiax Leila Okafor: Fracottiverx Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme, Interstitial Music, and additional piano composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 24: Benefits of a Classical Education
Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:01:00 -0500
In which the Fugulnari "advisors" impose strict restrictions on movement for all Humans on The Fairgrounds. Very literally. To increase efficiency and decrease unnecessary movement, all Humans must wear pedometers and walk no more than 4,000 steps per day. However, between shortening the length of the "day" to not quite four hours, and also increasing the amount of alcohol that must be in the drinks at The Electric Egg, their efficiency campaign proves hideously misguided. Meanwhile, after a group of Fugulnari bullies dognap Miss Sophie, H.F. and John B attempt what should be a classic daring vent-crawl rescue, as long as they use the correct vents and only get a little damp, rather than boiled alive. EPISODE TWENTY-FOUR "Benefits of a Classical Education" written by John Amir featuring Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Tess John Amir as John B Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Grendvomix Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna, Fugulnari Barfly Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Fugulnari Drinks Inspector Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Prestorlix, Kwontz with Philip Cruise: Beaux Several, Vamternoox Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Araggax, Door Dean Haspiel: Troncorblox, Sallifrenix David Arthur Bachrach: Mortrinex, Patronizing Waiter, Friendly Phone Service, Bramthanox Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Bluodinarx Ian W. Hill: Announcer, William S. BurroughsBot, Fugulnari Heckler, Winston ChurchillBot, Marty Rolls Andre: George ForemanBot Linus Gelber: Todd, Martin LutherBot Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Clara Francesca: Dinorbiax Leila Okafor: Fracottiverx Fred Backus: Peter ThielBot Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production EPISODE SCRIPT HERE!
Episode 25: A Special Very Merry Fairgrounds Miracle Wish for the Holidays: A Christmas Fable
Fri, 18 Dec 2020 11:24:57 -0500
In which Christmas comes again to the Fairgrounds in the form of dueling parties from two of the station's least-likely proponents of the holiday, Mrs. Frondrinax the Fugulnari and Althaar the Iltorian. While everyone wishes, or at least would prefer, to got to the lovable Althaar's party, most of the crew is mandatorily required to attend Frondrinax's - one of the benefits to being part of a fascist take over of the station. However Althaar and Chip Frinkel have a plan to steal Christmas back, or at least, destroy the Fugulnari's Christmas plans. Meanwhile, new Ensign Candy Cameron lives out her life as a character in her very own traditional Christmas movie.
EPISODE TWENTY-FIVE "A Special Very Merry Fairgrounds Miracle Wish for the Holidays: A Christmas Fable" written by Philip Cruise and Chris Lee
featuring John Amir as John B, Steve, Boy Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Stevalicious, Dad Berit Johnson as Althaar, Cpl. Ness, Girl, Alien Barfly, Kwontz, Sopon, Xybidont Godhead Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Legal Disclaimer Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Mom, Cindy Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Daddy Cameron with Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer, Commercial Pitchman, Cobrakannix Ian W. Hill: Trash Detector, Announcer, William S. BurroughsBot, Santa, Winston ChurchillBot, Clint EastwoodBot, Yuvex, Fugulnari Guard Lex Friedman: Candy Cameron, Bubbles Fred Backus: Oakensarx Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie, Ashlee in Hydroponics Olivia Baseman: Judy GreerBot, Amber on the Bridge Linus Gelber: Staring Contest MC, StalinBot, Gurnax Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes David Arthur Bachrach: Flintrinix Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks
EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you.
A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Episode 26: And You Turn Yourself Around
Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:01:00 -0500
In which the kettle boils over. As the Fugulnari's repressive "suggestions" are given the force of law by the occupied League of Humans, making life on the Fairgrounds even more unpleasant than before, the Human residents and their allies try to find ways around, under, over, or through the edicts, believing still that the occupation may just fail on its own. But it becomes clear the Fugulnari are not stopping. And then the violence comes. And everyone on the Human Exchange Concourse -- John, H.F., Stella, the command staff on the Bridge, the denizens of The Electric Egg, and, yes, even that lovable peacemaker Althaar -- all must decide where they now stand, and what moves they will make in the future.
EPISODE TWENTY-SIX "And You Turn Yourself Around" written by Ian W. Hill
featuring Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Cpl. Ness, Kwontz Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax John Amir as John B Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes with Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer, Sammy Lex Friedman: Bubbles Ian W. Hill: Announcer Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Linus Gelber: StalinBot Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee in Hydroponics David Arthur Bachrach: Radio Announcer Rolls Andre: Fugulnari Riot Cop
and The Electric Egg Chorale:
David Arthur Bachrach, Olivia Baseman, Bernadette Cruise, Catherine Cura Cruise, Philip Cruise, Lex Friedman, Eli Ganias, Linus Gelber, Berit Johnson, Amanda LaPergola, Chris Lee, Derrick Peterson, Alyssa Simon, Anna Stefanic (piano), and Zuri Washington
CONTENT WARNING: Extreme Sudden Violence
Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2020 Gemini CollisionWorks
EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you.
A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Episode 27: Life Under the Spreading Green
Fri, 02 Jul 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which we return after six months to a Fairgrounds both very different, and somehow much the same. Life under the Fugulnari Occupation has become a nightmare of new restrictions and bureaucracy, but somehow the Human Exchange Concourse remains running in the same dilapidated way it always has. As Torianna, Frall, and Althaar attempt to thwart the Fugulnari through diplomatic means, Stella Reyes's Resistance fights them on the ground. And John B, caught in the middle as a secret double-agent, must seek out information to help the Resistance while being publicly hated as a Fugulnari collaborator. And how is Dee sneaking her recordings of protest songs out of her cell in solitary confinement?
EPISODE TWENTY-SEVEN "Life Under the Spreading Green" written by Ian W. Hill
featuring Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert, Resistance Trainee Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty John Amir as John B Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Cpl. Ness, Kwontz, Another Resistance Member Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Fugulnari Jailer Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes
with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Narrator, Rufus, Resistance Member, Larry, Fugulnari Jailer 2, Fugulnari Checkpoint Guard 2 David Arthur Bachrach: Radio Free Fairgrounds, Fugulnari Checkpoint Guard Jessica Stoya: Susan Torkan Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee in Hydroponics, Miss Sophie Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Leila Okafor: Dr. Mwangi, Fracottiverx Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Ruthie the Weirdo, Nicklap Five-Arms Linus Gelber: StalinBot Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Dean Haspiel: The Weasel Rolls Andre: George ForemanBot Clara Francesca: Dinorbiax Philip Cruise: Cpl. DormerBerit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks
EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you.
A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Episode 28: False Faces, True Colors
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which tension, apprehension, and dissension have, if not begun, continued apace. As Frondrinax attempts to secretly guide an official fact-finding mission around the Fairgrounds, doing all she can to avoid showing the Fugulnari oppression of Humans, the Resistance and Commander Torianna do all they can to subvert her efforts, being aided in this by the sudden arrival of a delegation of surprisingly-disturbing aliens. Meanwhile, Althaar receives advice on his concerns about John B from a noted, if exceptionally drunk, actor. EPISODE TWENTY-EIGHT "False Faces, True Colors" written by Amanda LaPergola featuring Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty, Poomie 6 Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna John Amir as John B Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Charsh, Human Laborer 1, Eukatrox Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Piklat Naff Berit Johnson as Althaar, Human Laborer 4, Sopon, Kwontz, Poomie 1 Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Worker, Poomie 2 Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Second Unit Director with Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Astonmartlox, Human Laborer 5, Jerry, Conrad, Poomie 3 Fred Backus: Oakensarx David Arthur Bachrach: Radio Free Fairgrounds, Thoombon ros Roog, Poomie 5, Archeplax Linus Gelber: StalinBot, "Dave," Human Laborer 3 Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Jessica Stoya: Ganglion Ocellus Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Another Worker Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Poomie 4, Human Laborer 2, Harried Departure Steward Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie Philip Cruise: Poomie 7 Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic "Plants Are Great" lyrics by Amanda LaPergola, music & arrangement by Berit Johnson Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Episode 29: And That's the Way It Is
Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which the documentary on the Fugulnari occupation of the Fairgrounds is broadcast, and all of the residents who hoped it would show the truth of what is happening there are indeed amazed at what can be done in post. Meanwhile, with most of the station distracted by the documentary, the Resistance attempts to take advantage of a temporary glitch in security to install monitoring devices in the brig, allowing them more direct access to the political prisoner, Dee. EPISODE TWENTY-NINE "And That's the Way It Is" written by Linus Gelber featuring Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty, Jeff McJeff-O Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Door Alert System Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Berit Johnson as Althaar, Hitherto Unnoticed Bridge Person, Sopon, Alien Barfly, Cpl. Ness, Kwontz Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Weirdo Passing By Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Glottulix John Amir as John B, Human Drinker Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Molto Jeff Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, Boonarux with Linus Gelber: StalinBot, Hitherto Unnoticed Bridge Person's Friend, "Dave" Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Fred Backus: Oakensarx David Arthur Bachrach: Radio Free Fairgrounds, Thoombon ros Roog Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Reasonable Jeff, Mr. Table, Astonmartlox Lex Friedman: Bubbles Jessica Stoya: Ganglion Ocellus Clara Francesca: Professor Dodici Gateux Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Ashlee in Hydroponics, Other Human Drinker Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer, Confident Announcer, Lamborghinix, Definitely Catapult Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Fri, 13 Aug 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which the various groups and people of the Fairgrounds opposed to the authoritarian rule of the Fugulnari over the Humans seek out alliances with other species to aid their cause. For Torianna, this means a most-unanticipated meeting with the Dilurians. For John, it means a history lesson on Robot/Human Labor Relations. For Xtopps, it means a slight return to his aristocratic roots. And for Althaar, it means a surprise visit from some Gendarans. EPISODE THIRTY "The Union Forever" written by John Amir and Lex Friedman featuring John Amir as John B, Awkward Fugulnari Teenage Intern, Factotum Berit Johnson as Althaar, Hilda PetriniBot, Sopon, Kwontz, Gizmorelda Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Robot 3, Vert, Sheryl Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna, Joyce Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Steve 4, Resistance Member Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Pleasant Steve Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel, Gendaran Diplomat Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, HECNET Customer Service, Gendaran Diplomat Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Pattorvane with Olivia Baseman: Robot 1, Jennifer Tilly-Bot David Arthur Bachrach: Radio Free Fairgrounds, Robot 2 Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Mother JonesBot, Steve 2, Ruthie the Weirdo, The Most Serene Amplified High Notability, J'Yallen Dwan B'techer Men'Walz, Daughter of J'Bellent, House Byllaburt, of the Grand Duchy of Prang, Gendaran Diplomat Linus Gelber: Jimmy HoffaBot, Martin LutherBot Philip Cruise: Christopher WalkenBot, Pauly ShoreBot Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Winston ChurchillBot, Gendaran Busboy 1, Chompers Rolls Andre: George-ForemanBot Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie, Gendaran Busboy 2, Gendaran Diplomat Fred Backus: Big Steve, Zabriskie Two Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Steve 3 Leila Okafor: Dr. Mwangi Clara Francesca: Roohand Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Episode 31: The Xybidont with the Golden Carapace
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which, for the good of his friends, Xtopps decides he has to kick his peanut butter habit, and we experience the horrors of a Xybidont in withdrawal from the cursed legume. Meanwhile, Vert accidentally stumbles upon the Resistance's secret domain, and must choose between joining them, or probably being blown out an airlock, if you call that a choice. EPISODE THIRTY-ONE "The Xybidont with the Golden Carapace" written by Philip Cruise and Christopher Lee featuring Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert, Passageways Spokesperson Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna, Foog Guard 2, Resistance Soldier Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar, Foog Guard 1, Resistance Soldier Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes John Amir as John B, Michael BufferBot Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Byroxidana, Resistance Soldier with Linus Gelber: StalinBot, Rubaganthi in the Audience, Timothy LearyBot, Q'Putrous Philip Cruise: Tiny Bill Tremaine, TV Announcer, Q'Voglint Fred Backus: Ewan McGregorBot, Howard CosellBot, Oakensarx Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Schlooma, Mr. Peanut, Bridge Crew Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge, J'Bollont Jessica Stoya: Voussh, Bridge Crew Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Resistance Soldier Holly Pocket McCaffrey: Miss Sophie, Hutavarova, Bridge Crew Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Deborah, Joanna JedrzejczykBot Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:01:00 -0400
In which we meet Drew, who is full of hate. Drew hates the Fugulnari, with very good reason. Drew hates John B, for what appears to be good reason. Drew is full of hate because he has had his love taken away from him, and is now on a journey of revenge and discovery across the Fairgrounds that might be far more dangerous to his allies than to their common enemy. EPISODE THIRTY-TWO “Luck of the Drew“ written by Linus Gelber featuring Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes, Glottulix, Ward Derrick Peterson as Xtopps, HECNET Customer Service, Soothing PSA Narrator Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory, Rooty Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax, Vert, Angry Crowd Person Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Kwontz, Alien Barfly, Comrade, Bridge Person Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel John Amir as John B, Happy Vendor Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna with Linus Gelber: Drew, StalinBot, Bridge Person’s Friend Philip Cruise: Christopher WalkenBot, Dazed and Confused Zood Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Booster Observer 1, Curious Shopper, Larry Fred Backus: Oakensarx, Booster Observer 2 Lex Friedman: Bubbles, June, Console Voice, Gate Guard David Arthur Bachrach: Nearby Merchant Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes, Checkpoint Guard Olivia Baseman: Amber on the Bridge Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks “The HeartFall Song” - lyrics by Linus Gelber, music by Berit Johnson WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
Midseason Check-In with Ian & Berit - No New Episode This Week
Fri, 24 Sep 2021 01:45:09 -0400
In which Ian & Berit, the co-creators of LIFE WITH ALTHAAR announce the postponement of episode 33, and make a polite request for donations (and tell you how to do that).
So, as announced in the audio here, for those who didn't find out on social media last week, episode 33 of Life With Althaar - "Two Plants and a Booster" - will be uploaded on October 8, 2021.
And also, we would very much appreciate donations to the company, if it is possible for you, as also discussed in the audio.
Here's an update on where to do that, and all the other places we can be found online:
DONATE through our Podbean Patron
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READ Althaar's Own Personal Messages on Twitter!
Sorry for the delay in the series, but we'll be back soon enough, and things will be heating up a great deal when we are.
Until then, as always...
Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you.
Ian W. Hill & Berit Johnson
GEMINI COLLISIONWORKS
photo by Kent Meister, 2016
Episode 33: Two Plants and a Booster
Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:05:17 -0400
In which John B finds himself in apparent danger, and for once, it's actually unexpected. Dinorbiax and Fracottiverx, the strange-talking Fugulnari enforcers, have dragged him into an interrogation room to discuss some of his recent behavior, which, despite John's actions as a double-agent for the Resistance, are mostly explainable. Mostly. Meanwhile, life goes on at The Fairgrounds, as thought is given by Dee and Xtopps to future plans for after the conflict is over (one way or another), Stella and H.F. consider a rescue mission, Frall and Torianna discuss garbage and less-appealing things, and Frondrinax, in an attempt to distract Althaar from John B's unavailability, challenges the Iltorian to a little game of pool. EPISODE THIRTY-THREE “Two Plants and a Booster“ written by Ian W. Hill featuring John Amir as John B Eli Ganias as Hardyfox "H.F." Fornes Amanda LaPergola as Mrs. Frondrinax Berit Johnson as Althaar, Sopon, Kwontz, Alien Barfly, Cpl. Ness Zuri Washington as Delilah "Dee" Mallory Derrick Peterson as Xtopps Ivanna Cullinan as Commander Mindy Torianna Alyssa Simon as Lieutenant-Commander Frallen-Br'ar Chris Lee as Chip Frinkel with Clara Francesca: Dinorbiax Leila Okafor: Fracottiverx Ian W. Hill: Announcer, Alien Shrimps Vendor Anna Stefanic: Stella Reyes Fred Backus: Oakensarx Philip Cruise: Cpl. Dormer Lex Friedman: Bubbles, Elevator Voice Linus Gelber: Foog Observer Berit is the supervising producer, showrunner, and script supervisor Ian is the audio producer, sound designer, and technical supervisor The writers’ room consists of Berit, Ian, John, Amanda, Chris, Philip, Lex, and Linus Theme and Interstitial Music composed and performed by Anna Stefanic Illustration by Dean Haspiel Library Music and SFX licensed from Storyblocks WEB: www.geminicollisionworks.com TWITTER: @AlthaarTweeting and @LifeWithAlthaar Optimized for best listening on earbuds or headphones. Entire Production © 2021 Gemini CollisionWorks EPISODE SCRIPT HERE! Thank you for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you. A Gemini CollisionWorks Production
What, No New Episode? Another Word from Ian & Berit
Fri, 22 Oct 2021 02:03:26 -0400
Once again, there is a delay in the release of the next episode of Life With Althaar.
Sorry about that, listeners.
Ian & Berit have some words on the subject here, with the help of some unexpected visitors to the Gemini CollisionWorks Radiophonic Workshop.
Episode 34 will be out and in your ears as soon as we can finish it to our standards.
Thank you for understanding, and as always, for your attention; it is a pleasure working for you,
Ian W. Hill & Berit Johnson
GEMINI COLLISIONWORKS