Science Fiction Theatre

I bought an electric cat is a journey into Artificial Intelligence seen through the eyes of a single, middle-aged council employee and his electronic cat. When Tom decides to buy a new "Electro-pet" he doesn't realise that danger lies in store for him and the residents of his block of flats. I bought an electric cat is a "one-shot" story for fans of darkly humorous, fantastic fiction.  It explores the dangers of AI, a changing world in which we have all grown more self-obsessed, insular and fixated by technology and the relationship between a man and his cat! It's been a while since we uploaded a new episode and this has been solely down to life getting in the way of creative endeavours.  Electric cat has been around for a couple of years but never got fully worked up.  It was originally used as part of a live show to promote the book "The Spear of Destiny: A Kelso Pax Adventure" and performed live.  We have used snippets of the live performance in this edit rather than asking all the fantastic actors to come back and do it again.  We made Tony do his bit again because we're mean like that and he has a fantastic set up to record at home.If you'd like to see more from Science Fiction Theatre, go to www.scifi-theatre.com If you'd like to buy a science fiction adventure novel written by Ben Brinicombe, (and I know you would), go to the above website or search amazon for:The Bubble in SpaceThe Spear of Destiny or search by Ben Brinicombe as the author.Written by: Ben Brinicombe Performed by: Ben Brinicombe Tony WalkerKeri Farish Sarah DelormeAll real people and not robots. Sound effects: All sound effects bar one or two we created ourselves are sourced from freesound.orgFreesound is a community focused site that allows individuals to upload sound effects. They range from odd, to interesting, to absolutely fantastic! This episode has the following sound effect contributors to thank: 125377_thegoose09148075_sandyrb173854_timbre182742_thaismontanari244437_milton262275_balancedenergy10262302_stefcaffrey275072__kwahmah-02383439_ferrettomato395604_beeproductive412017_skymary415209_inspectorj436176_namikiri522911_jejio580904__bolekkowalczyk649858__suspirias656619__kinoton682374__pnmcarrierailfan712533__mslv732520__lukey1028757949__bardenschule768211__lolamoore417994__suburbanwizard185469__mshahenA word about AI: No AI was used in the production of this audio offering. Although the episode artwork was produced and social media posters were created using "ChatBox AI image generators."  Normally we use illustrators to produce original art work, but it kind of seemed fitting to use AI for it on this occasion.  And let's face it, ChatBox did a spookily good job of bringing some of the characters to life.  I can't say any more, it could be listening to me. This is a work of fiction and an  original piece of work by Ben Brinicombe, so, you know, I reserve the right to be identified as the author and retain all copyright etc.  You know, the usual stuff.Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

In Survival's final episode, Hayley and Kathryn make a tough decision and a visitor to the farm in the dead of night brings death with them.   An overview of Survival: Meet Hayley, a young woman obsessed by her online profile.  She takes every opportunity to post her thoughts about life, the universe and everything for her followers to consume.But there's a catch - all her followers are dead. An apocalypse took care of them while Hayley was on a walking holiday in the Lake District. As society crumbled into chaos and people started to die in the streets, Hayley and her friends took refuge at a lonely campsite in the woods. But winter is coming and Hayley can't stay in the woods forever.  So, where do you seek refuge at the end of the world when all hope is lost? Why, you make your way to the creepy old abandoned farmhouse on the other side of the wood, of course....Credits:Written and Directed by Ben BrinicombeVoice Artists:Hayley: Michaela LongdenJames : Maximillian Troy TylerBarry: Connor McCordKathryn: Winnie ArhinThe narration software: Ben BrinicombeSound Recording and Engineering:The awesome team at GAS Music, ManchesterMusic: Phil WallaceAdditional Sound Effects courtesy of Freesound.org contributors: earthsoundspan14rempendeokingplucinskicaseySurvival was previously released under the title "Social Construct"  but that got some people thinking this was something that it's not.  Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

James begins to question who could be responsible for the murder. Is someone hiding something?  And what should they do with a problem called Barry?  This episode features mature themes that may be distressing to some...An overview of Survival: Meet Hayley, a young woman obsessed by her online profile.  She takes every opportunity to post her thoughts about life, the universe and everything for her followers to consume.But there's a catch - all her followers are dead. An apocalypse took care of them while Hayley was on a walking holiday in the Lake District. As society crumbled into chaos and people started to die in the streets, Hayley and her friends took refuge at a lonely campsite in the woods. But winter is coming and Hayley can't stay in the woods forever.  So, where do you seek refuge at the end of the world when all hope is lost? Why, you make your way to the creepy old abandoned farmhouse on the other side of the wood, of course....Credits:Written and Directed by Ben BrinicombeVoice Artists:Hayley: Michaela LongdenJames : Maximillian Troy TylerBarry: Connor McCordKathryn: Winnie ArhinThe narration software: Ben BrinicombeSound Recording and Engineering:The awesome team at GAS Music, ManchesterMusic: Phil WallaceAdditional Sound Effects courtesy of Freesound.org contributors: earthsoundspan14rempendeokingplucinskicaseySurvival was previously released under the title "Social Construct" but that got people thinking it was something that it's not. Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

Hayley, James, Barry and Kathryn have no choice but to head to the old farmhouse. What they find there will change them forever. An overview of Survival: Meet Hayley, a young woman obsessed by her online profile.  She takes every opportunity to post her thoughts about life, the universe and everything for her followers to consume.But there's a catch - all her followers are dead. An apocalypse took care of them while Hayley was on a walking holiday in the Lake District. As society crumbled into chaos and people started to die in the streets, Hayley and her friends took refuge at a lonely campsite in the woods. But winter is coming and Hayley can't stay in the woods forever.  So, where do you seek refuge at the end of the world when all hope is lost? Why, you make your way to the creepy old abandoned farmhouse on the other side of the wood, of course.... Credits:Written and Directed by Ben BrinicombeVoice Artists:Hayley: Michaela LongdenJames : Maximillian Troy TylerBarry: Connor McCordKathryn: Winnie ArhinThe narration software: Ben BrinicombeSound Recording and Engineering:The awesome team at GAS Music, ManchesterMusic: Phil WallaceAdditional Sound Effects courtesy of Freesound.org contributors: earthsoundspan14rempendeokingplucinskicaseySuvival was previously released under the title "Social Construct" but that got some people thinking this was something that it's not.Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

Meet Hayley, a young woman obsessed by her online profile.  She takes every opportunity to post her thoughts about life, the universe and everything for her followers to consume.But there's a catch - all her followers are dead. An apocalypse took care of them while Hayley was on a walking holiday in the Lake District. As society crumbled into chaos and people started to die in the streets, Hayley and her friends took refuge at a lonely campsite in the woods. But winter is coming and Hayley can't stay in the woods forever.  So, where do you seek refuge at the end of the world when all hope is lost? Why, you make your way to the creepy old abandoned farmhouse on the other side of the wood, of course.... This four episode drama previously had the title "Social Construct" but that got people thinking it was something that it's not. Credits: Written and Directed by Ben Brinicombe Voice Artists:Hayley: Michaela LongdenJames : Maximillian Troy Tyler Barry: Connor McCordKathryn: Winnie ArhinThe narration software: Ben Brinicombe Sound Recording and Engineering: The awesome team at GAS Music, ManchesterTheme music: Phil WallaceIncidental Music: Skeltronics by The Nightjrrs Additional Sound Effects courtesy of Freesound.org contributors: earthsoundspan14rempenGo to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

Asteroid Truckers will be broadcast on "Speculation Channel" in a couple of hundred years time. Luckily, you can catch  the audio from this 2 part episode that has fallen through a time vortex and onto the hard drives of the Science Fiction Theatre Podcast. The 22nd Century brings a new age of development for the human race, but with new development comes the demand for new resources.  The best way to support the developing colonies across the solar system is by mining the asteroid belt between Jupiter and Mars.  This 2 part fly on the wall documentary follows the brave truckers charged with transporting loads to and from the mining operations.  Listen, as they deal with the most challenging conditions imaginable to get their loads delivered on time!  Facebook: @TheScienceFictionTheatreInstagram: sciencefictiontheatreCredits:The TruckersLisa Lazlo:  Jodie PearceTodd 2E: Alex MorrisonVern Vernier:  Will TillotsonA.R.T.X.43: Nimajneb RossDavid McGruder: Stephen WhartonNarrator: Ben BrinicombeMusic: Jonathan SharpFind more of Jonathan's work at: soundcloud.com/js9Written and Edited by Ben BrinicombeExtra sound effects from the following contributors to Freesound.org:luffyxtrgamrcell31-sound-productionsjohnthewizarlittlerobotsoundfactoryprojectsu012maxmakessound (Egyptian theme)gsb1039matrixxxkompakttcgeffexsupersciriThanks for listening . There is a full TV series of Asteroid Truckers written What do you reckon, would you watch it?Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

Asteroid Truckers will be broadcast on "Speculation Channel" in a couple of hundred years time. Luckily, you can catch  the audio from this 2 part episode that has fallen through a time vortex and onto the hard drives of the Science Fiction Theatre Podcast. The 22nd Century brings a new age of development for the human race, but with new development comes the demand for new resources.  The best way to support the developing colonies across the solar system is by mining the asteroid belt between Jupiter and Mars.  This 2 part fly on the wall documentary follows the brave truckers charged with transporting loads to and from the mining operations.  Listen, as they deal with the most challenging conditions imaginable to get their loads delivered on time!  Facebook: @TheScienceFictionTheatreInstagram: sciencefictiontheatreCredits:The TruckersLisa Lazlo:  Jodie PearceTodd 2E: Alex MorrisonVern Vernier:  Will TillotsonA.R.T.X.43: Nimajneb RossDavid McGruder: Stephen WhartonNarrator: Ben BrinicombeMusic: Jonathan SharpFind more of Jonathan's work at: soundcloud.com/js9Written and Edited by Ben BrinicombeExtra sound effects from the following contributors to Freesound.org:noisecollectorneotonenick121087xtrgamrjohnthewizarlittlerobotsoundfactory (Pirate theme)soundslikewillemneospicacolinscdeleted-userfaulkinnahlin83Thanks for listening . There is a full TV series of Asteroid Truckers written, what do you reckon? Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

All roads lead to Pavonis as the rebels and the Militia meet in the caverns below the mountain for the final time.  Ray isn’t an investigator - he just wants to do his job. But the government and the mysterious Mars Corporation have other ideas about Ray and he may have no choice but be drawn into a fight for the future of Mars.A Way Home Audio Drama Full Cast List:Ray Wilson / Militia / President's Aide /: Ben BrinicombeMax Katana: Phil HewitsonKatherine: Keri FarishMinister MacGruder: John ChambersMr Grey: Maximillian TylerAriel / Automated Voice: Annabel McCuskerPreacher / Devon Black: Alex MorrisonRegis / Vern : Will TillotsonPresident: Sarah DelormeDylan: Abigail ThompsonDom / Dave / Jenkins / Stuart EvansAnne / Railway Announcer: Molly HawthorneVela: Becca RobertsTheme Music:  Jamie SimsAdditional Music Where do we go from here? by The Farre WidesWritten, Directed and Edited by Ben Brinicombe Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ A Way Home was recorded during 2020 in accordance with Social Distancing protocols.  A large number of sound sound effects have been sourced from Freesound.org.  This fabulous resource has loads of brilliant sound effects from contributors the world over. Up to episode 8, sound effects were used from the following contributors:  eliasyan group-1mshahenhifijohnedhutschekdere1ictlordforkliftsheyvancupido-1e330timmeh515michanaryadamweedenwashoutbenboncandieselsiselmediashadowsilhouetterwm28elwi-96suburbanwizardzyrianjobrocompakttmaurice-j-ksturmankinaalexmurphy53floydptcawtedeleted-user-7146007madamdatabockelsounddansotakspoonsandlessspoonsheyharkylesinspectorjcraigsmithnakhasjorge0000jaruscaalancatharalddelucagreatmgangaelanhicklermartineerokhjasavatainvanovslooshie-96klankbeeldquatrostagiieflexmusicflashtraumaneuvfnorthern87cgeffexogsoundfxandersmmgmariabeatrizpereirafission9henrique85njsbarrettbaidonovan13fpanska-mikova-adelaneospicajoshuacouchjuandambdeathscyppitchedsensessamplediariesedwardogonnnuslimitsnapjackmurrayofficialkinotonruneyburjcrisslag777nofeedbaktuben metzikjoedeshonc-vsupersciripillonoiseluannwepenerpmbrownemshahenanagar Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ Thanks for listening! Episode 8 of 8Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

The new president sets out his manifesto. The uncomfortable coalition come up with a laughable plan to save the hostages at Pavonis. Ray isn’t an investigator - he just wants to do his job. But the government and the mysterious Mars Corporation have other ideas about Ray and he may have no choice but be drawn into a fight for the future of Mars.Cast:Ray: Ben BrinicombeMax: Phil HewitsonKatherine: Keri FarishMr Grey: Maximillian TylerAriel: Annabel McCuskerJonesy: Kai RossMr Black: Alex MorrisonTheme Music:  Jamie SimsAdditional Music White Goods by The Farre WidesWritten, Directed and Edited by Ben Brinicombe Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ A Way Home was recorded during 2020 in accordance with Social Distancing protocols.  A large number of sound sound effects have been sourced from Freesound.org.  This fabulous resource has loads of brilliant sound effects from contributors the world over. Up to episode 7, sound effects were used from the following contributors:  eliasyan group-1mshahenhifijohnedhutschekdere1ictlordforkliftsheyvancupido-1e330timmeh515michanaryadamweedenwashoutbenboncandieselsiselmediashadowsilhouetterwm28elwi-96suburbanwizardzyrianjobrocompakttmaurice-j-ksturmankinaalexmurphy53floydptcawtedeleted-user-7146007madamdatabockelsounddansotakspoonsandlessspoonsheyharkylesinspectorjcraigsmithnakhasjorge0000jaruscaalancatharalddelucagreatmgangaelanhicklermartineerokhjasavatainvanovslooshie-96klankbeeldquatrostagiieflexmusicflashtraumaneuvfnorthern87cgeffexogsoundfxandersmmgmariabeatrizpereirafission9henrique85njsbarrettbaidonovan13fpanska-mikova-adelaneospicajoshuacouchjuandambdeathscyppitchedsensessamplediariesedwardogonnnuslimitsnapjackmurrayofficialkinotonruneyburjcrisslag777nofeedbaktuben metzikjoedeshonc-vsupersciripillonoiseluannwepenerpmbrownemshahenanagarmainstreammextaira-komori Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ Episode 7 of 8Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon. 

Mr Black has a difficult conversation with his superiors. Mr Grey makes his presence felt at Pavonis and the President attempts to bring the Mars Corporation into line. Ray isn’t an investigator - he just wants to do his job. But the government and the mysterious Mars Corporation have other ideas about Ray and he may have no choice but be drawn into a fight for the future of Mars.Cast:Ray: Ben BrinicombeMax: Phil HewitsonKatherine: Keri FarishMr Grey: Maximillian TylerAriel: Annabel McCuskerMr Black: Alex MorrisonRegis: Will TillotsonPresident: Sarah DelormeDylan: Abigail ThompsonJonesy: Kai RossMilitia Agent Jenkins: Stuart Evans Theme Music:  Jamie SimsAdditional Music Destination by The Farre WidesWritten, Directed and Edited by Ben Brinicombe Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ A Way Home was recorded during 2020 in accordance with Social Distancing protocols.  A large number of sound sound effects have been sourced from Freesound.org.  This fabulous resource has loads of brilliant sound effects from contributors the world over. Up to episode 6, sound effects were used from the following contributors:  eliasyan group-1mshahenhifijohnedhutschekdere1ictlordforkliftsheyvancupido-1e330timmeh515michanaryadamweedenwashoutbenboncandieselsiselmediashadowsilhouetterwm28elwi-96suburbanwizardzyrianjobrocompakttmaurice-j-ksturmankinaalexmurphy53floydptcawtedeleted-user-7146007madamdatabockelsounddansotakspoonsandlessspoonsheyharkylesinspectorjcraigsmithnakhasjorge0000jaruscaalancatharalddelucagreatmgangaelanhicklermartineerokhjasavatainvanovslooshie-96klankbeeldquatrostagiieflexmusicflashtraumaneuvfnorthern87cgeffexogsoundfxandersmmgmariabeatrizpereirafission9henrique85njsbarrettbaidonovan13fpanska-mikova-adelaneospicajoshuacouchjuandambdeathscyppitchedsensessamplediariesedwardogonnnuslimitsnapjackmurrayofficialkinotonruneyburjcrisslag777nofeedbaktuben metzikjoedeshonc-vsupersciripillonoiseluannwepenerpmbrownemshahenanagartempousernickols8917 Visit the Science Fiction Theatre Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheScienceFictionTheatre/ Episode 6 of 8Go to www.scifi-theatre.com for more content!Buy books by Ben Brinicombe Search for the Kelso Pax adventures:  The Bubble in Space and The Spear of Destiny on Amazon.