6.16- The Buddy System

6.16- The Buddy System

Author: Audacious Machine Creative May 13, 2026 Duration: 15:18
Using the extracted scent glad of the old Ant Queen, our “Buddy Group” goes in search of the new Queen. But the tunnels are long, and more insidious threats than the Ants lurk deep in the warrens…and within the Buddy Group itself.The Narrator— Ansel BurchElizabeth Rourke— Tara SchileDoctor Herbert West— Ryan SchileTheodora Thoreau-Roosevelt— Kat EvansSimon von Hagens— Mark SoloffKatherine Sullivan— Whitney JonesDoctor Montgomery Moro— Mark SoloffDoctor Emily Caligari— Marsha HarmanCharles Wynn— Jared LatoreThe Queen of the Ants— Lauren FaitsWritten by David Rheinstrom. Directed by Jeffrey Gardner. Sound Design by Ryan Schile. Music by Stephen Poon. Episode Art by Ali Cantarella. Produced by David Rheinstrom. Recording Engineering by Mel Ruder, 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
3.10 - In The Cage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:56
We return to our regularly scheduled broadcasts of the HartLife Historical Record with a death-defying ascent to the very top of the lightning rig “Stormhawk,” as Neal Henderson continues his search for his lost love. ==…
Holiday Special: The Evening of Exclusion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:16
This Exclusion Day, our Narrator brings us back to the first days after the Troubles to reveal how HartLife saved the lives of the last survivors of Hartford, CT. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 an…
3.9- A Break for Coffee [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:15
In which many parties converge on an elevator, new plans are made, new directions are plotted, and Andrew Snidge gets a little messy. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested…
3.8- Family Matters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:35
In which Nathan Rourke has a little heart-to-heart with Vice President Davenport, and a little foot-in-mouth with Erin. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested in listening t…
3.7- The Final Task of Ol' Silty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:23
Old Tunnel. A dank, dark, dangerous path leading to the most dangerous of all institutions: a history museum. Fortunately, in this episode, nothing bad happens. Nathan Rourke — Clayton Faits Clay— Tyler Samples Ol’ Silty…
3.6- Stormhawks at the Diner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:04
We return to Al’s Bar on C-deck, where Neal searches for Allison, Loamy gets tough, and the Lightning Riggers are almost helpful. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested in l…
3.5- The Incidence of Accidents [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:51
Nathan begins his work for VP Davenport, makes too much noise early in the morning, and makes a new “life-long” friend. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested in listening t…
3.4- Self-help for Dummies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:44
We return to the domicile of a certain flesh-eating walking corpse and her hapless collaborator, both of whom would prefer not to be characterized as such, thank-you-very-much. === Our Fair City was originally released b…
3.3- Butterclaws [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:35
In which Neal commits less-than-grand theft auto, Candice is dubiously helpful, and Loamy loses her cool. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If you're interested in listening to the complete…
3.2- Fealty/Frailty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:15
In which we discover the whereabouts of Nathan Rourke, meet more of the Davenport family, and learn a bit more about the “Human Resources” department. === Our Fair City was originally released between 2011 and 2018. If y…