13 episodes

What is happening at Delphic Peak Preparatory School?

Joaquin Moreno doesn't want to be here. But as a bizarre and disquieting mystery unfolds, he may be forced to stay and reckon with it—especially since he's the only one who's noticed. Now Joaquin must fight battles both outward and inward. Because truth carries burden. No one can go back in the dark once they find the light…

And there's something watching us from the stars.

In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday!

Written, Directed, and Produced by Bee Dellepiane.

In Astra: A Sci-Fi Mystery Bee Dellepiane

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    • 4.6 • 41 Ratings

What is happening at Delphic Peak Preparatory School?

Joaquin Moreno doesn't want to be here. But as a bizarre and disquieting mystery unfolds, he may be forced to stay and reckon with it—especially since he's the only one who's noticed. Now Joaquin must fight battles both outward and inward. Because truth carries burden. No one can go back in the dark once they find the light…

And there's something watching us from the stars.

In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday!

Written, Directed, and Produced by Bee Dellepiane.

    In Astra 1.01 - A Future Written...

    In Astra 1.01 - A Future Written...

    Joaquin arrives at Delphic Preparatory School—much to his dismay. But maybe he just needs to look on the bright side of things. After all, his new roommate Aidan isn't too bad. Can he settle into this new life? Or does the universe have other plans for him? Because a mystery is about to unfold...
     
    Something is pulled towards us.
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For more information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com 
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of anxiety attacks,  unhealthy self-deprecation, allusions to homophobia, distorted and manipulated voices, surrealist depictions of panic, and  explosions/very loud noises.
     
    This episode features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Jessie Carl as The Voice, Sam Oguma as Aidan, and Aidan Blank as... Aidan. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 35 min
    In Astra 1.02 - Assembly

    In Astra 1.02 - Assembly

    Joaquin's roommate is not who he says he is. Something has happened to Aidan. Let's see if Joaquin can get answers without drawing too much attention to himself. He doesn't want the wrong people noticing. Or else he may get in over his head.
     
    It... I... must confront the reality of the situation. It is Earth.
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For more information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of general spells of anxiety,  unhealthy self-deprecation, situations comparable to gaslighting and brain injury, distorted and manipulated voices, distorted and staticy audio, and  very loud  swelling noises.
     
    Assembly features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Jessie Carl as The Voice, and Aidan Blank as the Imposter. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 28 min
    In Astra 1.03 - Instigations

    In Astra 1.03 - Instigations

    Still reeling from the events of the previous weekend, Joaquin takes his first steps into really investigating what is going on at Delphic Peak. But some people are starting to take notice. And he's not the only one making instigations...
     
    What are they doing.... what is she doing to him? ... I don't think we can only work on our own anymore.
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For mmmmmNNnohuhGYOGYO235#m$8Gmm&mmmm%ore information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of general spells of anxiety, extreme unhealthy self-deprecation, discussions of delusion, discussions of homophobia and abuse/neglect, distorted and manipulated voices,  and  very loud  swelling noises.
     
    Instigations features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Jessie Carl as the Space Being, Sam Oguma as Aidan, and Cory Arndt as the Custodian. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 27 min
    In Astra 1.04 - The Basement

    In Astra 1.04 - The Basement

    Somebody knows. They know that Joaquin is up to something. Who is it? And what do they want with him? Joaquin needs to prepare himself. Because of he's not careful, this could be the end of his investigation. Or maybe even worse. Let's find out who left that note.
     
    I... I can't. I'm sorry.
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For moooroemoroemeomcomisaopdmf=j0=34ore information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of general spells of anxiety and paranoia, unhealthy self-deprecation, discussions of kidnapping, discussions of death, and situations comparable to gaslighting.
     
    The Basement features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Rachel Faria as Hattie, Aidan Blank as Faidan, Jessie Carl as the Space Being, and Rebecca Rich as the Librarian. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 27 min
    In Astra 1.05 - A Dried Up Lake

    In Astra 1.05 - A Dried Up Lake

    Things seem to be looking up. For the first time, Joaquin has a partner in the investigation to find Aidan. But they only have a few scattered pieces of an overwhelmingly vast puzzle. What they don't know can hurt them, but revelations too profound could make them wish they never started looking for answers in the first place. And the picture on the puzzle is starting to become clearer...
     
    I... have an apology. An explanation. ... I cannot hide myself any longer.
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For moooo00000RRRR33850CCCCV ore information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of an anxiety attack, discussions of kidnapping, discussions of death, distorted and manipulated voices, distorted and staticky audio, and loud, swelling, and booming noises.
     
    A Dried Up Lake features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Rachel Faria as Hattie, and Jessie Carl as the Space Being. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 34 min
    In Astra 1.06 - Barred

    In Astra 1.06 - Barred

    Joaquin has seen something he cannot unsee. With new obstacles in his way and his trust in others wavering, will he buckle under the weight? Or is the stage being set for the perfect opportunity to strike? He and Hattie must work to see eye to eye if they want to find Aidan. And as they're forced to put more and more on the line, they must decide what is worth the risk.
     
    I did it. I have made him aware of me. But there is more I can do. How? How.........
     
    In Astra is a story about mystery, trust, mental health, and identity. And also space and some gay stuff. New episodes every Saturday! 
     
    For mmMMm o o ooo &%$ore information, visit inastrapodcast.podbean.com
     
    CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of generalized anxiety, intoxicated characters and discussions of alcohol, discussions of kidnapping, discussions of existentialism, shouting and arguing, and distorted and manipulated voices.
     
    Barred features the voices of Bee Dellepiane as Joaquin, Rachel Faria as Hattie, Aidan Blank as Faidan, and Jessie Carl as the Spectre. Cover art by Deja Brown. Music by Cole Ramirez.

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
41 Ratings

41 Ratings

Matt Fleisher ,

Original and fun

I hope we get a season 2 soon! I want to know what happens next. Great story.

Birdbirdbirdbirdbird ,

Loved it!

Really hoping for Season 2. I rarely listen podcasts for whatever reason, but today I wanted to check out the sci fi podcast landscape, and this totally hit the spot for a lot of reasons. Great stuff.

DesertMage04 ,

Amazing, immersive work!

One of the best podcasts I’ve had the pleasure of listening to - so immersive you really feel like a part of Joaquin’s world. Dying to find out what happens next in Season 2!

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