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Alpha 8

A desperate alien. A struggling mom. One life-changing swap that flips a family upside down.

Alpha 8 is an award-winning 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 unexpected humor collide across two seasons of cinematic storytelling.

Rich sound design, original music, and an ensemble cast bring this world to life — immersive from the first episode.

Starring Richard Leacock, Jasmine Ashanti, Jessi Mechler, Todd Gajdusek, Cameron Elie, Malachi Josiah White, Sydney Thomas, Sam Gipson, and Jake Farrago.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

Copyright: © 2023

Latest Episodes:

8 : The Truth Jul 10, 2024

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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 save the real Larson.

At NARB, Dr. Stevens uncovers a chilling truth buried in classified files: if Alpha 8 survived the crash, others might have too. As multiple threats close in, the Peterson children are left with one question — are they joining forces with the only ally they have, or the first wave of something far more dangerous?

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human. Season 2 coming soon.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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7 : The Real Deal Jun 26, 2024

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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 moment at home finally confirms his suspicions, changing his relationship to Alpha 8 and his step-siblings forever.

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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6 : The Wrong Cake Jun 12, 2024

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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 begins to win over two of the children. But Daniel's suspicions continue to grow.

A quiet birthday celebration turns pivotal when one small detail about the cake reveals something terrifyingly wrong. Daniel's discovery shatters his perception of his mother and forces the family into a danger they never imagined.

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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5 : The Mother May 29, 2024

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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 Samantha still detained and the truth about the swap concealed, the entire family stands on the brink of discovering the truth.

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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4 : The Swap May 15, 2024

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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.

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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3 : The Escape May 01, 2024

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Chaos erupts inside the NARB facility when Alpha 8 disappears and Michael is taken into custody.

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 — is Alpha 8's escape the end of a crisis, or only the beginning?

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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2 : The Transformation Apr 17, 2024

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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.

Alpha 8 — a sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J, original music by Steven Bias, story editing by Jake Farrago. A Bizzie Media Group production.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content: alpha8audio.com | alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly network: fableandfolly.com/partners

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1 : The Arrival Apr 03, 2024

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A sci-fi audio drama about first contact, family, and what it means to be human.

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 a threat, Michael breaks protocol for a face-to-face encounter. What he discovers inside the pod will challenge everything he knows about humanity — and family.

Created by award-winning writer Stephanie Elie. An original science fiction audio drama from Bizzie Media Group.

Credits, transcripts & bonus content:https://alpha8audio.com | Contact: alpha8audio@gmail.com | Part of the Fable and Folly Network

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Trailer : Alpha 8 Season One Feb 02, 2024

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🎧 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 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.

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Proof of Concept Pilot for Alpha 8 Mar 07, 2023

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*** 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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