Alpha 8

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 A bingeable, eight-episode sci-fi adventure Heartfelt themes about parenting, belonging, and identity Government cover-ups, extraterrestrial mystery, and unexpected humor Rich sound design, original music, and a cast that brings the world to life Cast 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

Episodes

February 21, 2023 1 min

Alpha 8 Teaser for Pilot Episode. A new family-friendly sci-fi adventure audio series. Shore Scripts fiction podcast finalist and Austin Film Festival 2nd Rounder. Learn more about the show on the Alpha 8 website. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe to our email list to be the first to know when we release the full series.

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Alpha 8 Promo Trailer for the Pilot episode. A new family-friendly sci-fi adventure audio series. Shore Scripts fiction podcast finalist. Learn more about the show on the Alpha 8 website. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and subscribe to our email list to be the first to know when we release the full series.

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March 7, 2023 24 mins

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

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

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

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February 2, 2024 57 secs

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

Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha ...

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April 3, 2024 14 mins

A cryptic call shatters Dr. Michael Peterson’s quiet night, dragging him into a high-stakes investigation when an unknown entity breaches Earth’s atmosphere. At the National Anomaly Resolution Bureau, a violent crash reveals something impossible — a being designated Alpha 8.

As Michael and his team scramble to understand its intentions, government pressure mounts to shut the project down. Determined to prove Alpha 8 is not ...

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April 17, 2024 15 mins

Michael can’t shake the feeling that Alpha 8 is more than a threat. Ignoring NARB’s warnings, he breaks protocol and enters the isolation chamber alone. What happens next exposes an unexpected bond between the mysterious being and the fractured family he left behind.

As the truth unfolds, Michael must decide who he’s really protecting—and what he’s willing to sacrifice.

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May 1, 2024 21 mins

Chaos erupts inside the NARB facility when Alpha 8 disappears and Michael is taken into custody, sparking a desperate search for answers. Samantha races against time to free Michael and locate Alpha 8 before Agent Ramirez shuts the operation down for good.

Meanwhile, at home, Larson struggles to keep her family together as Michael’s unexplained absence sends their household into turmoil. Danger is closing in on every front....

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May 15, 2024 16 mins

A seemingly ordinary night at home collapses into fear when a mysterious visitor arrives with a chilling agenda.

Inside NARB, Michael and Samantha face growing pressure as officials close in on Alpha 8. At home, Larson tries to shield her family from the strain of Michael’s disappearance, unaware that a shapeshifting presence is watching her every move. When the truth emerges, nothing about their lives will ever be the same...

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May 29, 2024 23 mins

One mother is missing, another is an imposter. The Peterson family’s reality begins to fracture.

An intruder has taken Larson’s place in the home, perfectly mirroring her routines while subtly pushing the limits of human behavior. Some family members are amused by the odd quirks. Others sense something is deeply wrong. Meanwhile, the real Larson endures testing inside NARB as she searches for a way out. With Michael and Sa...

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May 30, 2024 2 mins

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

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June 12, 2024 20 mins

An innocent birthday cake becomes the chilling clue that exposes the imposter living inside the Peterson home.

As a potential whistleblower threatens to reveal classified UAP secrets, NARB goes into lockdown, putting immense pressure on Ramirez and Dr. Stevens to contain the fallout. At home, “Larson’s’’ sudden surge in productivity and unexpected success at Taryn’s school begin to win over two of the children. But, Daniel ...

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June 26, 2024 19 mins

Alpha 8 tries harder than ever to be the perfect mother, but the closer she comes, the more everything falls apart.

Balancing a demanding job, family expectations, and her own confusion about human emotions, Alpha 8’s behavior veers from endearing to unsettling. Daniel, driven by fear and loyalty, quietly gathers clues, testing the boundaries of the person who looks like his mother but doesn’t feel like her. A pivotal momen...

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July 10, 2024 16 mins

Daniel’s discovery forces Alpha 8 to reveal who she truly is and why she chose his family.

Armed with evidence from the emergency test, Daniel convinces his siblings that their mother has been replaced. But their escape attempt collapses when Alpha 8 reaches them first, leading to a stunning confession about her origin and mission on Earth. Bound by necessity, the children agree to a fragile partnership as they set out to ...

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August 2, 2024 2 mins

Malachi White voices Jackson in Alpha 8. I love having two boys in the series who are the same age but have different personalities. Jackson is the "cool" kid who loves sports and video games (as long as they are sports-related). He jokes around a lot with Daniel, but at the end of the day, he will always have his back.

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August 7, 2024 1 min

Sydney Thomas voices Taryn in Alpha 8. She's Jackson big sister and she's really trying to figure out who she wants to be and how close she wants to get to Larson. Fun fact Sydney and Cameron use to dance at the same dance studio when they were younger!

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August 21, 2024 1 min

Cameron Elie brings Daniel to life in Alpha 8. Fun fact: the entire concept of Alpha 8 actually began with Daniel—or more accurately, with Cameron, the actor behind him. I'm thrilled that Cameron could join our cast for this audio drama, and it’s been great to see him reconnect with his on-set dad from another show. Thank you, Cameron, for being an essential part of Alpha 8!

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September 17, 2024 4 mins

Steven Bias, our incredibly talented music composer, sits down and shares his inspiration behind the music he created for Alpha 8.

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October 30, 2024 5 mins

In this special bonus episode, some members of our talented cast share their hopes and dreams for their characters in the upcoming season of Alpha 8. That's right, we are working on season two of the series and plan to bring you along. We'll be sharing some of the creative process, diving deep with some of the cast and more.

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February 1, 2025 16 mins

We're celebrating Black History Month on the Alpha 8 feed by spotlighting some wonderful audio dramas crafted by Black creatives.

Join us as we showcase trailers from award-winning fiction podcasts that will captivate, inspire, and expand your podcast library from historical fiction to folklore.

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  • The Coach - https://episodes.fm/1641744807
  • Harlem Queen - https://episodes.fm/1453287583
  • D...
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Experience the full, unbroken story of Alpha 8 in this two-part supercut, featuring all eight episodes in seamless order. Follow the Peterson family and a mysterious alien entity as their worlds collide in a gripping sci-fi drama of identity, survival, and unexpected connection.

When an extraterrestrial being crashes to Earth and secretly swaps places with a human mother, a chain reaction begins—spanning government cover-up...

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