Desert Skies
Desert Skies is a fiction podcast set at a fuel and service station on a lonely highway between life and the next life. The Attendant, the Mechanic, and C.A.S.H. Register help travelers prepare for their journey through the celestial spheres. All episodes are written, produced, and performed by Jared Carter.
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Chapter 29 - The Shape Death Leaves Behind
C.A.S.H. reveals to the team that their journey isn't just about them getting back to the Physical Plane, and this news has Corson all in a tizzy. In order to convince him to go along with the plan, they'll have to venture deep into the darkest part of the forest where an old story will come to life.
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A Quick Update From Jared
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Chapter 28 - Those Are Some Of My Favorite Parts
Having left the Inter State behind, the crew heads towards the Long Paws to reunite with Corson. C.A.S.H. has something she wants to show Mac on the Forest Sphere, something she hopes will undo some of the damage done by Bad Mother. Along the way she'll share a story about a strange creature, one whose existence on the Astral Plane up to this point has only fueled tales and rumors, one who may ser
Chapter 27 - The Inter State (Part 2)
When we last left Tendy, he'd found himself in a precarious situation in the Inter State version of the station. Who's holding him captive and who in the darn damn hell is Mother?
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Chapter 26 - The Inter State (Part 1)
When last we left the crew, they had just endured a session of flushing out their regrets. Tendy, regretting not giving Mac the time he deserves, is looking for an opportunity for them to spend more one on one time together. In this episode, they get that time, in a place they're not sure is even in time...any time. A place called the Inter State. Let's take a walk.
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Chapter 25 - The Rest Area
Does anybody need to go? Go somewhere where they can unburden themselves of regrets they accrued on the Physical Plane, that is. Welcome to the first of eleven Rest Areas along the Celestial Highway. What will be revealed in the stalls?
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Chapter 24 - Caves and Cacti
The gang hits the road and their first stop, The Electric Desert, isn't actually meant to be stopped at. In this episode, we learn that something's changed for Corson since handing over his responsibilities to Olenus, we meet a new friend who shares a common interest with an old one, and we discover what it means to truly be unique.
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Chapter 23 - Sometimes You Gotta Die A Little
The Season 3 Premiere begins with the return of a friend, and she's keeping secrets. Arriving determined to bring her friends "home", everyone's left wondering what that means. It all comes down to trust. Ready for the ride?
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It's the moment you've been waiting for. Well, maybe not the moment but definitely the moment before THE moment. Desert Skies is coming back!
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Chapter 22 - It's Okay to Let Go
It's the season two finale! Forces are converging in the caves. Will C.A.S.H. prevail against Olenus? Will Corson be able to save the ones he loves? Will Maloy find some pants? This and more in the exciting conclusion to an eventful season.
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Chapter 21 - Don't I Get a Say?
We take a step into the past and experience a greater understanding of the history of the Astral Plane. Then in the present day, C.A.S.H. and Corson are in hiding. They think their whereabouts are unknown, but someone is going to make a surprise visit.
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Desert Skies FM - Dear C.A.S.H.
This Desert Skies FM broadcast is not intended for travelers. This is for C.A.S.H.'s (ears?) only.
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Chapter 20 - If I Have to Wait a Million Years
Deep beneath the Desert Sphere, Nonny and the Attendants wait patiently for a whisper. Something said in it may hold the secret to Nonny's mysterious past. Will they find the memory they're looking for, or will they come up empty handed? Oh, and Basketball Butt. It's a very serious condition. Not sure why you're laughing.
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Desert Skies FM - Climb That Rock!
Incoming Broadcast from Desert Skies. Tendy will tell you how to safely navigate hitchhiking, Nonny is going to reflect on listening to our inner child, and we finish off with a couple voicemails (one of which is rudely interrupted!)
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Chapter 19 - Friends Make Sacrifices
Let's all go to the movies! Old friends are reunited on the Sphere of Doug and decisions of great consequence will be made. Back on the Desert Sphere, Tendy, Mac, and Nonny are preparing to embark on a journey of personal past discovery. Oh, and someone is about to embark on a journey of a completely different kind.
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Desert Skies FM - The Things We're Afraid to Lose
In this week's broadcast, learn why you should obey the "NO SWIMMING" sign, how to accept the fear of losing things, and what in the heck is the Overview Effect? Time to take a trip down the Celestial Highway with the staff of Desert Skies
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Chapter 18 - Spoke to My Damn Soul
When last we left Tendy, he wasn't in the best shape. It's not like it's something new, he's been like this for...a while. Now HueHue's getting involved. Why did he call Tendy out to the wash, who's the mysterious stranger approaching seemingly out of nowhere, and how does one celebrate four words that hold no meaning to anything other than a soul? Find out in this chapter...of much importance.
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Desert Skies FM - Thank You for the Compliment
In this episode you're going to learn the meaning of the word "Wash", Nonny and Mac will teach you the importance of taking a compliment, and voicemails from a goat lady and a stargazer.
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Chapter 17 - The Accident
Is this just a dream or is someone at the station actually getting a glimpse into events previously unknown? And a new traveler crashes in and brings with her a glimpse into the burden undergirding every one of Tendy's interactions with visitors to the station. At least that's what Nonny thinks.
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Desert Skies FM - Someone Crashes the Show
This FM is a little different than previous broadcasts. A guest co-host is in the booth with Mac because one part of the Desert Skies team is somewhere on the Astral Plane and the other is....well, you'll find out in this episode.
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Chapter 16 - It's Gonna Cost You
Corson arrives at the station and he has news to share. He's learned something on his journey through the Celestial Spheres, and brought something back with him. This is the tale of one of the strangest of the Spheres and one of the more curious of Sphere Movers.
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Desert Skies FM - Get Stretchy
In this broadcast, you'll learn all about how to navigate the sometimes, somewhat, kind of a little bit, dangerous atmosphere of the Long Paws. Mac gives some advice on life that he learned from doin' yoga. And you'll also hear some voicemails from a couple travelers.
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Chapter 15 - The One Thing Missing
Another Astral day, another Astral traveler. From a small town in New Mexico, we meet Nico Valerie. A kind man that arrives in the Astral Plane after living a long and meaningful life. But Mr. Valerie can't kick this feeling that something is missing on the Astral Plane. Tendy will have to help him figure out exactly what that something is, and might just learn it himself.
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Desert Skies FM - A Dog to the Rescue!
The gang is back from their trip across the Celestial Spheres. In this broadcast, you'll here about a product recall (more like less dangerous reheating instructions), learning to like the person you are, and here from a few travelers traversing the Astral Plane
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Chapter 14 - The Places and People We Loved
The staff have taken to the skies and the 18th Sphere is their prize. Well, not really their prize but still, no reason this job can't be both business and pleasure. The Sphere of Doug is in trouble and it's up the team to save it. And maybe have a Cinnabon while they're at it.
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Desert Skies FM - Leave a Message at the Beep
Desert Skies FM is your radio broadcast go-to as you traverse the Astral Plane. Mac, Tendy, and C.A.S.H. will ensure that you're equipped with the knowledge needed to reach the end of your journey.
In this broadcast the crew is getting ready to take off for the 18th sphere. You'll learn why it's important to slow down on the 8th sphere, why sometimes we need to push through our fears, and we'll he
Chapter 13 - Is That What You Are?
In this second season premiere we return to the recently-rescued Astral Plane. Tendy is having a difficult time adjusting to Mac's promotion, Mac is feeling insecure in the new role, and C.A.S.H. is struggling with the anxiety of keeping secrets from her friends. That's when a traveler arrives set on fixing everyone else's problems even as she carries a peculiar problem of her own.
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Announcing Season 2 of Desert Skies!
The wait is over! Desert Skies is coming back soon and you're not going to want to miss this premiere
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Bonus: Take Care of Yourself
Season 2 is on it's way in 2024, but that doesn't mean you can't spend a little time with the staff of Desert Skies while you wait. In this short story, Mac and Tendy take a drive on the Desert Sphere (at Mac's insistence), as Mac tries to help Tendy learn to take a break when he needs it. Laughter and life lessons (Mac style) abound in this little roadtrip.
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Desert Skies - Club 86
Introducing our new membership experience, Club 86, plus some other announcements you'll find interesting
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Chapter 12 - The Astral Plane
In this season finale, the staff and their friends will come face to face with Xochitlicue and her cohort. Mac is confident his approach is just what's needed to fix the Astral Plane, but the others have their doubts. Listen to this exciting conclusion to the first season.
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Chapter 11 (Part 2) - The Mechanic
In this episode, we learn what Mac was up to during the events of Chapter 11 Part 1. Who was he hanging out in the basement with? What's his plan to save the Astral Plane? Did he make it after breaking it?
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Chapter 11 (Part 1) - The Attendant
In the first of a 2-Part Chapter, Tendy finds the stress of everything is really getting to Mac. While the staff is on edge, the coyotes are on high alert. Old friends will return, strange histories will be revealed, and the countdown to the final showdown will begin.
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Chapter 10 - Beauty and the Bot
It turns out that Mac and Tendy don't know the full story when it comes to their robotic co-worker and close friend. Together, they'll learn about her secret past and the unlikely ally who helped her along the way.
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Chapter 9 - Perfection is a Concept
Freddie, an anxious traveler, visits Desert Skies in the midst of some changes. Shirley has left the station in an attempt to save her father. Mesonia's cryptic message has left the staff of Desert Skies concerned about the future. Something's crawled up C.A.S.H's electrical chord. Oh, and HueHue has found something at the top of the mountain that may or may not need to be fought.
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Bonus - One HELL of a Car
This bonus episode is from a segment that appears in the horror anthology KILL FM and gives you a front row seat to the Astral Plane through the eyes of a traveler.
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Chapter 8 - Prize of the Red Territory
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A vehicle pulls into the station, but it is no Skylark. Who is this visitor from the 4th Sphere, and what has brought them to Desert Skies? In this chapter, much that has been hidden will be revealed, new questions will arise, and the path that leads to the Astral Plane's salvation will be made a little clearer. Oh, and we find out what's in the basement. H
Bonus - Tera-Seraphic Soda
Ever wanted to hop in your Buick Skylark and take to the Astral Highway? In this bonus episode you'll hear the first episode of Desert Skies FM, the brand new companion podcast of Desert Skies. This show is a short-form radio style broadcast that is not central to plot of Desert Skies in any way.
In each episode of Desert Skies FM, you'll hear some announcements from the staff of Desert Skies Astr
Chapter 7 - The Long Paws
Mac has hitched a ride with HueHue in pursuit of answers to the mystery of the newest token, but Tendy isn't far behind. What mysteries does the second sphere hold, and who is the mysterious stranger they meet there?
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Chapter 6 - The Gong Has Been Gung
Mac is feeling like Shirley is slowly taking his place at Desert Skies. Left to watch the store with C.A.S.H, he encounters something strange and mysterious. Something new is happening in the Astral Plane and Mac's about to face it head on or, you know, chuck rocks at it.
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Chapter 5 - Stupid Little Rock Thingy
Michael Partridge was on his way to achieving everything he'd ever wanted in life, but found himself at Desert Skies instead. Mac has an idea that he thinks will help prepare Michael for his journey, but will his peculiar method result in success or disaster?
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Chapter 4 - A Place of Great Importance
A traveler arrives from the Physical Plane. Her name is Shirley Edwards, and she's full of surprises. What is her connection to Desert Skies?
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Chapter 3 - Corsonopoly
Desert Skies experiences an extremely rare thunderstorm from an unexpected and unwelcome visitor. Who is this visitor and what brings them to the Desert Sphere? A question only the Mechanic can answer, presenting a dilemma that only the Attendant can solve. Will he be able to?
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Bonus - A Moment's Reflection with Mac
Turn down the lights, put your headphones on, and take a journey with Mac the Mechanic through the wondrous desert sphere. Find yourself drifting to a gentle night on the Astral Plane, and encounter the beauty and mystery of this part of existence. Chapter 3 of Desert Skies will be available August 8th.
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Chapter 2 - Unfinished Business
Francis Carrigan has unfinished business on the physical plane. If she doesn't find out what it is, she could glitch out of existence. The staff of Desert Skies work together to try and help Francis find the closure she needs before it's too late.
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Chapter 1 - The Flavor of Life
Meet Lawrence Cobb. He leaves a mediocre life behind to embark on a journey across the celestial spheres. But first, there's one last stop he has to make. Will Lawrence reach his destination, or is he destined for an eternity in the freezer section?
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