5.1- The Right Stuff

5.1- The Right Stuff

Author: Audacious Machine Creative October 8, 2025 Duration: 14:18
We rejoin the policies of HartLife as they bask in the warm glow of the power surplus created by the fusion reactor and Neal Henderson’s sacrifice. HartLife is not idle, however- what will the company do with this new bounty? What new joys will they bring their loyal policies? What pleasures will our dear friends experience during this time of plenty? Find out, as the Fifth Season of the HartLife Historical Records begins…. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested in listening to the complete 8 seasons of Our Fair City ad free right now, you can join Audacious Machine Creative's Membership program at https://audaciousmachinecreative.memberful.com/join. $5 a month gets you ad free feeds of all of our podcasts, and goes directly to supporting the artists making new audio fiction podcasts!Archibald FunnyPants— Mark SoloffStage Manager— David RheinstromCassie Wilkins— Ele MatelanFlint— Clayton FaitsRoman— Jeffrey GardnerThe Narrator— Ansel BurchThe Dealer— Jeffrey GardnerAlison Dalton— Nina O’KeefeCharlie Wynn— Jared LatoreMrs. Wilkins— Lauren RapciakLily Wilkins— Tara SchileSound Guy— Ryan SchileWritten by Clayton Faits. Directed by Jeffrey Gardner. Sound Design by Ryan Schile. Music by Stephen Poon. Episode art by Dan Streeting. Produced by David Rheinstrom. Production Management by Betsey Palmer. Created by Clayton Faits. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step into a world where the last vestiges of society cling to life beneath the ruins of a forgotten metropolis. Our Fair City, brought to you by Audacious Machine Creative, is a richly woven audio drama that blends speculative science with character-driven fiction. This isn't a grim survival slog; it's a campy, often humorous look at life after everything falls apart, where the absurdities of bureaucracy and corporate culture persist even in the dust. Each episode pulls you deeper into the tunnels and factions of this peculiar community, exploring the strange science and even stranger people who define its daily rhythms. You'll hear the echoes of old-world folly and the resilient, flawed humanity trying to build something new. The podcast thrives on its unique tone-a balance of genuine stakes and a wink at the genre's conventions. Tune in for a serialized story that feels both wildly imaginative and oddly familiar, a testament to the creative vision of its original producers at HartLife NFP. It's a specific and engaging escape, perfect for anyone who enjoys their fiction with a dash of the post-apocalyptic and a strong sense of place.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 91

Our Fair City
Podcast Episodes
4.19 - Neal Henderson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:55
The city waits with bated breath as Neal Henderson, the Sharp Chuter, descends to the Putrescible Waste Fields to provide the power necessary to jump start the Doctors’ Fusion Reactor. Can the actions of one man, no matt…
4.18 - Operation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:16
As the power supplies of the city continue to dwindle, the Doctors Caligari, West and Moro work with Vice President Davenport to convince the newly returned Neal Henderson to jump start their fusion reactor. Will the Sha…
4.17 - Opposite Reactions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:27
Vice President Davenport and The Switcher attempt to put their plan to jump-start Dr. West and Dr. Caligari’s reactor, but are stymied by none other than Special Agent George Chamberlain. On the run from a psychotic madm…
4.16- Off the Record [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:02
We return to the Data Extraction suites of the department of Human Resources, as Erin Davenport (model employee) administers compulsory physical coaching and inquiry-based communication to the Switcher (dangerous free-th…
4.15 - Lessons in Humility [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:27
In the loading bay for the Dead Disposal Drivers, our MolePeople friends Clay and Sandy are recruited to assist Simon in the loading of the unusually high number of retired policies. However, when Vice President Davenpor…
4.14 - A Meeting of Minds and Heads [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:33
Dr. Caligari, now working with Vice President Davenport on the Power Crisis, stalks the twisting warrens of Old Tunnel in search of that most dangerous of prey: Dr. Herbert West. === Our Fair City was originally released…
4.13 - Green Tidings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:42
We return to the newly discovered verdant “Eden,” outside the walls of the company, where Neal Henderson, Alison, and the rest of the crew of the downed rig Stormhawk work to survive without HartLife under the tutelage o…
4.12 - The Switcher [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:52
Putting Dr. Caligari’s plan into action, Vice President Davenport visits the Power Management station. Will the Switcher deliver the power he needs to save the city, or will he choose callous self-interest over the good…
4.11 - The Delicate Art of Diplomacy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:01
As power reserves continue to dwindle and food stores run low, we visit the hardworking policies of the Human Resources department. Productivity is threatened as the riots escalate outside and their Vice President gets a…
Feed Drop: World Gone Wrong [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:59
Hello! Producer Jeffrey here. This week, we’re really excited to share an episode of one of the shows our team is currently making- World Gone Wrong, a fictional chat show about friendship at the end of the world. World…