2217. In a floating city above the clouds, a young researcher must convince a figure of authority to end his current research project, even though it may hold the solution to an imminent crisis. Written by Zach Valenti and Gabriel Urbina. Story by Zach Valenti. Directed by Sarah Shachat. Be advised: this episode contains mentions of body horror and human experimentation.    Zero Hours is brought to you by Outliers: Stories From The Edge of History. Listen to Season 1 now at rustyquill.com/outliers.