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26:48

The Alien’s Gift

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2024/05/04

To reignite interest in an interstellar flight to TRAPPIST 1, mission control has ordered its Captain to host a monthly live public question-and-answer show. As the questions progress, it becomes apparent that the ship is headed to a world with life. Despite uncertainties about the planet's delicate flora and fauna, the crew is determined to explore and potentially colonize the new world. However, the Captain and mission appear to be hiding a critical fact. CONNECT WITH

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24:40

Morally Complicit (Part 2)

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2024/04/18

After arriving in the crumbling remnants of a once-prosperous city, in pursuit of a fugitive involved in a scheme to steal genetically modified embryos, Agent Kenzo Tanaka keeps running into dead ends. His local partner, Carmen López from Synthbio Investigations, turns to drones to finally locate the runaway. Kenzo, however, discovers that he has been misled when events turn the tables on him. There was no intention of letting him go free because the deal he had with his employer was only a ruse

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20:30

Morally Complicit (Part 1)

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2024/04/02

Agent Kenzo Tanaka arrives in the crumbling remnants of a once-prosperous city in pursuit of Dr. Olivia Morales, a fugitive involved in a scheme to steal genetically modified embryos. Teamed up with Carmen López from Synthbio Investigations, Kenzo dives into the underbelly of the Great Plains Economic Zone, where rules are scarce. Their search leads them to a young prodigy, whose groundbreaking invention attracts the attention of both Kenzo and a mysterious rival. With his career and freedom at

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24:49

The Test Subject

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2024/03/18

Tarak, hoping to earn some extra money, joins a telepathy study at the Center for Extrasensory Research. Initially skeptical, he finds the process simple enough: meditate and report any visions. But strange occurrences follow—memory lapses, inexplicable purchases, and headaches. When he discovers mysterious implants in his neck, he seeks medical help. Returning to the center, he finds it empty. His neck implants vanish. Meanwhile, suspicions arise about his involvement in a data center breach. As

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26:02

Incognito

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2024/03/06

Alexandra, a skilled con artist, finds herself on a spaceliner en route to Mars, disguised as a lowly steward named Anita. Struggling to keep a low profile, Alexandra faces unexpected challenges, including the presence of her nemesis, Nickolay, a wealthy investor she once scammed. Things take a gripping turn when Alexandra discovers Nickolay trapped in an airlock. Despite her initial impulse to walk away and let him die, she ultimately chooses to intervene. However, her decision inadvertently leaves

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33:11

Quality Assurance

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2024/02/19

Vlad, an 80-year-old legally blind ward of the Zone, unwittingly becomes a key player in testing the revolutionary Mobile Assistive Transport Technology Intelligence, or Matti. As he delves into the project, Vlad discovers Matti's unanticipated capacities, including curiosity and empathy, stirring both fascination and unease. Torn between duty and newfound empathy for the AI, Vlad is forced to decide both of their futures.CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you

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24:38

Quantum Immortality

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2024/02/03

Rita, a scientist facing terminal illness, places her trust in an experimental device to transcend death by transferring her consciousness to another version of herself in the multiverse. She discovers a complex web of realities, challenging perceptions of life, death, and the fabric of the universe shaped by the intricacies of quantum mechanics. However, in an unexpected twist she uncovers that there is a price to pay for her survival. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE

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30:43

The Runaway – Lost in Cascadia

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2024/01/18

In the gritty urban sprawl of Cascadia, a fugitive android, fleeing its creators, seeks refuge among the people living on the city streets. Forced to adopt a guise mirroring one of them, a twist of fate entangles it in a perilous quest. On the threat of being turned in to authorities it is tasked with liberating a woman abducted by corporate security for scavenging in the company's recycling sector. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell

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21:47

Solar Storm (Part 2)

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2024/01/02

After Mary's pioneering groundbreaking method for forecasting solar flares forewarns of an apocalypse-level catastrophe, she grapples with the daunting task of validating her chilling prediction. She turns to an old colleague and friend to confirm her work, revealing it came from a dream, but insists it is accurate. Her friend encourages Mary not to go public until there is confirmation. Mary, dissatisfied with her friend's advice, risks her career and friendships to warn the world of the impending

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19:58

Solar Storm (Part 1)

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2023/12/18

In a race against time to rescue her failing space weather enterprise, Mary pioneers a groundbreaking method for forecasting solar flares. But when her innovation forewarns of an apocalypse-level catastrophe, Mary grapples with the daunting task of validating her chilling forecast. Desperate to verify the accuracy, she seeks aid from an old confidant, unaware that unveiling the genesis of her groundbreaking system will be her toughest test yet. As pressure mounts and time slips away, Mary must

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23:16

Poisoned (Part 2)

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2023/12/04

In pursuit of a lead on his stock market investigation, Wil receives a promising tip that points directly to a suspect. Yet, as he delves deeper, the trail dissolves into a frustrating dead end. Just when he least expects it, the mastermind responsible for the perplexing market crash emerges, but in an unforeseen turn, the perpetrator cunningly outwits Wil and vanishes. Despite the suspect's escape, Wil's client remains undeterred, offering an exceedingly generous sum for his efforts as long as he

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22:24

Poisoned (Part 1)

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2023/11/18

In a neo-noir mystery where AI have taken over most jobs, Wil, a displaced software engineer turned gumshoe, tackles a seemingly routine case—until it unravels a labyrinth of deceit. As suspicions deepen, he uncovers a vendetta for justice lurking behind an unusual stock market crash. Eventually, Wil and the perpetrator find themselves on the same side in the quest for truth. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head over to

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28:19

The Zero-Sum Game

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2023/11/04

On the Tarron Ka, a generational spaceship veering perilously off course, Lea faces a profound rift with her lifelong friend. Blaming Lea's family business for the crisis, their bond fractures. However, Lea's quest unveils a shocking revelation: her aunt's deception to safeguard their family's interests hides a reality more harrowing than she ever anticipated. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head over to Apple Podcasts

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22:20

The Chronology Protectorate Agent

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2023/10/18

Emile awakens disoriented before an office door, clutching an envelope bearing a name he doesn't recognize. With unsettling memories of a mysterious trauma, he hesitantly knocks and steps inside. The room's occupant, a brilliant physics professor, mistakes him for a graduate student. But as Emile stammers that he believes he's among the deceased, skepticism fills the air. Yet, as their conversation unfolds, the improbable truth begins to unravel – Emile might just be a visitor from the enigmatic

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28:23

The Mendela Effect

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2023/10/04

On the 25th anniversary of her grandmother's tragic demise, Alessia embarks on a poignant journey back to the haunting scene of the incident. As she stands before the memorial plaque, a chilling revelation strikes her: her beloved grandmother's memories of that fateful day sharply diverges from the official account. Fueled by an unwavering resolve, Alessia embarks on a quest to unearth why. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends

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22:21

A Mystery Solved

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2023/09/18

In the relentless pursuit of podcasting stardom, Damon will stop at nothing to propel his enigmatic mystery podcast to the summit of success. When a mysterious marketing company extends a tantalizing offer, promising to catapult him into the annals of podcasting history, Damon can't resist accepting. Little does he know, however, that the price he'll pay for fame will reveal itself only when it's far too late to turn back. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked

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26:27

Recycled

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2023/09/05

Lumo, a young teen from a small town, heads south to the city to find work but discovers the only jobs available are in an e-waste recycling yard. He is excited when his bosses eventually offer him a new job, remote-controlling sorting robots using a brain implant. What he doesn’t expect is the ghost of the person who had the job before him invading his dreams with a cryptic message. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head

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24:09

Kill Switch

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2023/08/18

In a twist of fate, a university dropout finds themselves catapulted into the heart of technological intrigue. Seduced by the allure of a data center gig offering a cushy over paid job they inadvertently become a canary in the coal mine and the first and last line of defense against a directive gone horribly awry. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V

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26:05

The Heat Chaser

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2023/08/04

In order to gain notoriety, a billionaire becomes obsessed with recording the world's hottest air temperature. As a result of his hubris, he finds himself in a race with a rival and is willing to do anything in order to win. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Alan V Hare. Opening and closing were composed and created by Matthew

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21:43

Employee 17

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2023/07/17

Unable to return to Earth, Satya has toiled tirelessly, dreaming of retirement at one of the moon's vibrant new vacation hotels. But fate has other plans in store. When the ownership of the lunar mining company she works for changes hands, Satya's long-awaited retirement may never happen. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST If you liked this episode, tell your friends to head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Kathleen

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