I love all things space-related.
I wanted to be an astronaut as a kid, and my love of space sciences continues to this day. While other little kids made scrapbooks with horses and favorite sports teams, mine was full of images from Voyager I and Voyager II. As an adult, I followed the exploits of the Mars Rovers and have attended the World Science Festival several times.
I also love all things science-connected — I’m a Trekkie and a major Star Wars nerd and allll that.
So I made a podcast. A sci-fi podcast, specifically. Except unlike your average romp through space it’s about regular beings instead of the Very Important. It’s also warm and funny, not scary or dark, and will leave you intrigued by the mystery (yes, there’s a murder) while also enveloped in the new world(s).
Completely surprising to me are how many people are thrilled about being in it.
And along with the sci-fi, I want to include real science …. And real scientists. I’m in talks with physicists at Cornell and a retired NASA engineer (from the first moon missions)! Along the way, we’ll answer questions like, “Why does the same amount of time pass for those at light speed and everyone planet side?” Hint: It’s the Time Envelope Spray.
So here we go. Scripts are in development, we start recording in August, and begin post-production in the fall. OH!!! And the sound-design students at Michigan Tech University will be working with us to create the soundscape, the theme song, and the world of effects, as well as getting university and professional credit!
What’s the podcast about?
The Mysterious CHIRP is a cargo vessel carrying a loose syndicate of merchants, a few low level ambassadors, and a group of traveling players on its multi-planet route. Like any caravan or convoy the Mysterious CHIRP is not alone; it’s accompanied by the high security cargo vessel, a nicer smaller passenger-and-cargo ship (it actually has a gym), and a half-dozen fighters for security. But since this is a space caravan and it’s a mystery, stuff goes sideways pretty quickly.
What’s next for The Mysterious CHIRP?
I’m super excited to reveal the incredible cast members this summer on social media. Stay tuned here and on my Instagram/FB for future announcements.
First up, we’ll be launching a “Name the Ship” mission coming up in a couple of weeks (you’ll help bestow a moniker on the sleek one with a gym).
Until then, ping me, DM me, or comment with questions or thoughts about warm fuzzy space murders.
Huzzah!
