Desolate Eden
Earth has abandoned its children. It fell silent while they slept. And now, in its place, the void calls out to any who are foolish enough to listen.
- Artaggio Espinora, Heir of the Charter, Cyprian, 2686
The Weight of Future History
Desolate Eden is a history podcast from the future, where a trio of historians reconstruct the “truth” behind events that took place hundreds of years before they were born.
Note, however, that these narrators may not be entirely reliable. Some of their sources are heavily redacted, and others are – by their own admission – entirely fabricated. History is made in its interpretation.
An Original Sci-fi Audio Drama
The narrative is brought to life by a large cast of voice actors, an original score, and unique sound design. The YouTube release has visuals that give new context for the events of the story.
While the setting was crafted in collaboration with astronomers, you don’t need to be a rocket scientist to enjoy Desolate Eden. It has been crafted with a focus on good storytelling supported by a realistic understanding of space and physics.
Return to Earth
During a golden age now long past, humanity spread itself amongst the stars. But while enthusiastic colonists were on their way to their new homes, mission control cut all communications with them. Now, centuries later, their descendants are given the opportunity to return to Earth, to make contact with their lost cousins, and attempt to discover why they had been abandoned.
3 Parts – 1 Story
For your listening convenience, Desolate Eden is split into three parts. Each part is a continuation of the last.
Credits
Production
- Creator – Nathan Young
- Assistant Director – Christine Smith
Characters
- Redactor – Avery Luna
- Historian – Samantha Young
- Compiler – Helen Irwin
- Konsio – Ondine Morgan-Garner
- Thomas – Jake Allen
- Quill – Jessica Gillich
- Alice – Clara MacLeod
- Lamoreaux – Natalie Brianne
- Vasan – Nathan Young
Additional Featured Characters
- Poctoli – Chris Call
- Blaudaine – Ellen Ford
- Zilnara – Christine Smith
- Davis – Jon Parker
- Roscorlio – Alex Farnsworth
- First Reporter – Steve Young
- Second Reporter – Lindsey Hatch
- Third Reporter – Orion Howard
Additional Voices
- Joseph Eddy
- Ellie Eddy
- Elisabeth Frischknecht
- Stacy Harken
- Olivia Ockey
- Brianne Peters
- Chris Rollins
- James Smith
Music
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Original Hymn to Hypatia
Composed by Marcus Richardson
Special Thanks
- A special thank-you to our Patreon supporters who made this possible and to the entire Celestial Horizons team.