A new queer sci-fi podcast featuring space pirates, mail crimes, a lost planet, the Rave District of the moon, and an ill-advised prank war. Coming August 2021

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The First Episode Of... is an occasional podcast about audio drama and the creative process hosted by W. Keith Tims. In each show, I listen to the first episode of an indie audio drama, then have a discussion with the creators about the show, their methods, their struggles, and successes. It&#39;s a great conversation for anyone interested in storytelling and creativity, and with so much talent and variety out there, you&#39;re sure to find your next favorite audio drama by listening. You can find it at thefirstepisodeof.com or wherever you find podcasts.

[BONUS] The First Episode of... Solar Postal Services

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Featuring the implied character growth of a ballroom dancer and the implied consequences of capitalized medicine. I&#39;m sure this won&#39;t come up again.Content Warnings: references to near-fatal accidents and medical procedures. This episode, Martian Swing, was written and produced by Emily Grigg. Music by KT Shames and Menage Quad (for more information, visit them on bandcamp at https://menagequad.bandcamp.com/) . The voice of Quill was Selma, and the voice of Jam was Emily Grigg. This episode featured a promo from Electromancy: A Fantasy Adventure Podcast. For more information, you can check them out at www.electromancypod.com Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices. You can also email us at solarpostalservicespodcast@gmail.com. This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:&#34;brief.WAV&#34; by Hendrik1952 at Freesound.org&#34;Itzo Dobreff &gt;&gt; Applause_encore.aif&#34; by Zihris at Freesound.org&#34;Wind, Synthesized, A.wav&#34; by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org&#34;Applause &gt;&gt; rbh Applause 05 big.WAV&#34; by RHumphries (http://sfx.TakomaMedia.com) of Freesound.orgFor a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, eventual cast bios, and, allegedly, more, visit our website at solarpostalservices.com.

Martian Swing

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Featuring the elusive found family trope and Rosh Hashanah in space. This episode, A Sweet New Year, was written by Rashke Bradley and Emily Grigg with consulting and composition by K.T. Shames. The voice of Jam Darnell is Emily Grigg. The voice of Quill Shoka is Selma. The voice of Captain Hubble is Nick Murray. Additional voices by Beth Grigg. Yes, that&#39;s my mom. Look, I only have so many friends who are voice actors, okay? I don&#39;t have to explain myself to you. Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:&#34;UI Confirmation Alert, B5.wav&#34; by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of <a href="http://freesound.org/" rel="nofollow">Freesound.org</a>&#34;Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Ambience&#34; by Nielsvdb of <a href="http://freesound.org/" rel="nofollow">Freesound.org</a>Special thanks to the Big Red Marching Band for the obvious.For a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at <a href="http://solarpostalservices.com/" rel="nofollow">solarpostalservices.com</a>.

A Sweet New Year

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Featuring a misunderstanding of what international waters actually means and two nerds with way too much time on their hands.Thank you for listening to Solar Postal Services. This episode, 99 Steps to a 100% on the Advanced Solar History Exam, was written and produced by Emily Grigg, and directed by Lizzie McNamara. Theme music was composed by KT Shames. The voice of Quill Shoka was Selma, and the voice of Jam Darnell was Emily Grigg. Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:&#34;Cardboard Box.wav&#34; by et_graham of Freesound.org&#34;Moving Boxes and Bags.wav&#34; by Kermitix of Freesound.org&#34;Spooky Large Sliding Metal Door » thin metal sliding door close&#34; by kernschall of Freesound.orgFor a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at solarpostalservices.com.

Featuring a misunderstanding of what international waters actually means and two nerds with way too much time on their hands.

Thank you for listening to Solar Postal s=Services. This episode, 99 Steps to a 100% on the Advanced Solar History Exam, was written and produced by Emily Grigg, and directed by Lizzie McNamara. Theme music was composed by KT Shames.  The voice of Quill Shoka was Selma, and the voice of Jam Darnell was Emily Grigg.  

Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.

This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:

"Cardboard Box.wav" by et_graham of Freesound.org

"Moving Boxes and Bags.wav" by Kermitix of Freesound.org

"Spooky Large Sliding Metal Door » thin metal sliding door close" by kernschall of Freesound.org

For a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at solarpostalservices.com.

99 Steps to a 100% on the Advanced Solar History Exam

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Featuring a 2400&#39;s bop and sapphic love that transcends the vacuum of space.This episode, Love&#39;s Letters Lost, was written and produced by Emily Grigg and directed by Lizzie McNamara. Theme music and &#34;I&#39;m Gonna Fuck the Moon&#34; were composed by KT Shames. The voice of Jam was Emily Grigg. Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.Special thanks to BigVegie on freesound.org for music, and morsecode.world for the obvious.This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:&#34;Dripping, Medium, A.wav&#34; by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org&#34;sellotape.wav&#34; by tonywhitmore of Freesound.org&#34;Smart Phone Texting Sound and Vibrate.wav&#34; by ChazzRavenelle of Freesound.org&#34;CLUNKY SWITCH.wav&#34; by StevenBrown of Freesound.orgFor a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at solarpostalservices.com.

Featuring a 2400's bop and sapphic love that transcends the vacuum of space.

This episode, Love's Letters Lost, was written and produced by Emily Grigg and directed by Lizzie McNamara. Theme music and "I'm Gonna Fuck the Moon" were composed by KT Shames. The voice of Jam was Emily Grigg. 

Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.

Special thanks to BigVegie on freesound.org for music, and morsecode.world for the obvious.

This episode features the following sound effects, plus extras licensed under a Creative Commons 0 License:

"Dripping, Medium, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org

"sellotape.wav" by tonywhitmore of Freesound.org

"Smart Phone Texting Sound and Vibrate.wav" by ChazzRavenelle of Freesound.org

"CLUNKY SWITCH.wav" by StevenBrown of Freesound.org

For a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at solarpostalservices.com.

Love's Letters Lost

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Featuring overpriced tech, garbage chute safety, and Mercurian snacks.This episode, An Upgrade, was written and produced by Emily Grigg and directed by Lizzie McNamara. Theme music was composed by KT Shames. The voice of Hubble was Nick Murray, the voice of Quill was Selma, and the voice of Jam was Emily Grigg.Wanna send us some space mail? Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or follow us on twitter at SPS_Pod and tumblr at solarpostalservices.This episode features sound effects from freesound.org under a Creative Commons 0 License. For a full list of sound effects used, plus transcripts, cast bios, and more, visit our website at <a href="http://solarpostalservices.com/" rel="nofollow">solarpostalservices.com</a>.

An Upgrade

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Solar Postal Services is a new queer sci-fi podcast coming to you this August. SPS is written and produced by Emily Grigg, and features the voices of Emily Grigg, Selma, Nick Murray, Christian Romero, and Lizzie McNamera. The SPS theme was composed by KT Shames.You can find us on twitter at @SPS_Pod, on tiktok and tumblr at @solarpostalservices, or at our website at solarpostalservices.com. Questions, comments, or concerns? Email us at solarpostalservicespodcast@gmail.com.And hey--If it&#39;s in space, it&#39;s not illegal.

SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT - Solar Postal Services