Original Science Fiction - Makeshift Stories

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Dissonant Frequency Nov 04, 2019

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An inventor rediscovers the work of a 20th-century composer exploring the effects of hypersonic sound on the human body and creates a device that can cure cancer. However, to keep control of the process, he hires a down and out performer who pretends to have mystic healing powers. Under the stress of success and fame, the partnership begins to fall apart, forcing the inventor to take drastic measures to protect the process from exploitation. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. This episode is brought to you by TELUS World of Science Edmonton, home of the Canadian debut of Marvel: Universe of Superheroes. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchel Tew Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.

The Gig Oct 19, 2019

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A person on a government support program is given no choice but to join a new self-employment initiative, which will make them part of the growing gig economy. The job involves having a mesh hub implanted under their skin to create ad hoc communication networks for clients. At first, they are reluctant but soon discover the gig has many advantages until they find themselves a pawn in a much larger scheme. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. This episode is brought to you by Park Power, a provider of electricity and natural gas in Alberta that offers low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchel Tew Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.

Ken Likeley – Deepfake Oct 04, 2019

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Ken finds himself in a fake reality, where everything is a bit off. After he discovers his fridge is full of organic vegetables, he assumes Leaf is behind the strangeness. But when Ken goes to confront his hippy neighbour, Leaf and Planet appear to have switched bodies, and holes begin to appear in the world around them. Unknown to Ken, he has the secret to the mystery in his pocket. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB Financial. To listen to other great awarding APN podcasts such as the Read-Along: A Mini Book Club for Your Ears please head over to the Alberta Podcast Network. This episode was brought to you in part by our sponsors: ATB Financial. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing Theme, Magical Mystery by 8TH Mode Music, Audio Jungle Music Mass Reproduction Licence. Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us and don’t alter anything.

The Front (Part II) Sep 19, 2019

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As two seniors forced into retirement after an economic crash flee north in front of a storm so massive, it almost covers the entire width of the great central plains; they discover that one of them is fleeing from more than an impending natural disaster. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Rylan Nilsson. Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.

Ken Likeley – A CRISPR Lawn Sep 03, 2019

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Fed up with fighting off the natural flora invading his lawn from Leaf’s yard, Ken goes online to find a solution and stumbles upon a mysterious website selling home CRISPR DNA editing labs targeted to the home gardener with invasive weed problems. The DIY kit proves more effective that Ken could imagine and some oversights in his designer Ken grass soon become apparent. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB Financial. To listen to other great awarding APN podcasts such as the Bothy Story Telling Podcast please head over to the Alberta Podcast Network. This episode was brought to you in part by our sponsors: ATB Financial. Park Power CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing Theme, Magical Mystery by 8TH Mode Music, Audio Jungle Music Mass Reproduction Licence. Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us and don’t alter anything.

The Front (Pt. 1) Aug 15, 2019

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As two seniors forced into retirement after an economic crash flee north in front of a storm so massive, it almost covers the entire width of the great central plains; they discover that one of them is fleeing from more than an impending natural disaster. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.

Ken Likeley – Gacha Aug 03, 2019

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Ken accidentally becomes the target of a proof of concept to maximize profit in the universe through in life purchases and loot boxes. He thinks he is just playing a game until Leaf and Planet point out his actions are changing reality and try to stop him before he can buy enough to prove the exploitive plan will work. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB Financial. To listen to other great awarding APN podcasts such as "That's a Thing" please head over to the Alberta Podcast Network. If you really liked this episode, please hop over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe. You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now at http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing Theme, Magical Mystery by 8TH Mode Music, Audio Jungle Music Mass Reproduction Licence. Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us and don’t alter anything.

Servitor Jul 18, 2019

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A company offering supposedly intelligent domestic servitor robots has been hiding how frequently humans are required to telepresence into their machines to take over. Lubanzi, a young indentured labourer working in one of their telepresence centres finds himself caught between the company’s deception and the bullying of a client who suspects the truth. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.

Ken Likeley – Mistaken Identity (Pt. 2) Jul 03, 2019

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After being mistaken for the wrong person, Ken finds himself at a rather unusual VIP event. Thinking it is an elaborate costume party is he is initially excited and flattered to be there, but on discovering he is the featured speaker and the little grey figures are not in costumes, Ken begins to panic until he hears a familiar voice. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB Financial. To listen to other great awarding APN podcasts such as "That's a Thing" please head over to the Alberta Podcast Network. Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing Theme, Magical Mystery by 8TH Mode Music, Audio Jungle Music Mass Reproduction Licence. Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us and don’t alter anything.

The Investor Jun 17, 2019

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Nuray Ceren sold shares in her future income to finance her education. It seemed like a great way to pursue a career that was otherwise out of reach except for two unfortunate events. First, an economic collapse decimated the industry she had trained for, and second, her shares were sold to a new investor who was looking for ways to maximize their returns by any means possible. Makeshift Stories is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network powered by ATB Financial. CONNECT WITH US makeshiftstories@gmail.com SHARE THE PODCAST You can help us out by letting your Twitter friends know about @makeshift_scifi. You can post a tweet now http://clicktotweet.com/9eCk0 Reviews help us out. If you really liked this episode, please go over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review and subscribe. CREDITS Written by Alan V Hare. Read by Mitchell Tew. Opening and Closing composed and created by David Hume Makeshift Stories is released under a creative commons non-commercial attribution no derivative license. Which means that you are free to share our stories just remember to credit us.