Defying orders, a determined scientist risks everything to make direct contact with the mysterious Alpha 8. Dr. Michael Peterson believes Alpha 8 holds the key to understanding humanity's future, even as NARB officials push for a shutdown. Desperate to prove Alpha 8 is not a threat, Michael breaks protocol, stepping into the isolation chamber for a face-to-face encounter. But what he discovers inside could redefine everything they thought they knew, and challenge his understanding of family. Will his gamble pay off, or will this forbidden connection lead to unforeseen consequences? Dr. Michael Peterson believes Alpha 8 holds the key to understanding humanity's future, even as NARB officials push for a shutdown. Desperate to prove Alpha 8 is not a threat, Michael breaks protocol, stepping into the isolation chamber for a face-to-face encounter. But what he discovers inside could redefine everything they thought they knew, and challenge his understanding of family. Will his gamble pay off, or will this forbidden connection lead to unforeseen consequences? Alpha 8 is a sci-fi adventure audio drama podcast featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices. Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, Christie Glascoe and Craig Elie Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written and directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. THEME TAGS: First Contact, Humanoid Alien, Scientific Ethics, Transformation We are now on Patreon! If you love the show consider joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/bizziemediagroup If you're enjoying our journey, please subscribe and spread the word! We'd be over the moon if you could rate and review us at podchaser.com/alpha8, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Explore more at alpha8audio.com for cast details and extras! If you have questions feel free to reach out to [email protected]. Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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