Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim: Recent Episodes
Jason Nitsch
BEYOND THE BELT: ADVENTURES FROM THE OUTER RIM is a non-linear science fiction drama that is presented in 8 episodes all told from the different perspectives of the people who lived through it! Each episode also features an original soundtrack uniquely composed for each story!
Season 1 Synopsis Take a wild ride with the soldiers of the Deep Space Colonial Marines (DSCM) as they battle mystery, uncertainty, and peril at every turn!
While on a routine patrol of the outer rim territories, the starship DSCM Protector encounters trouble and is forced to dock at a mysterious station for repairs. Receiving no communication from inside the station, Lieutenant Abigail Kelly, known to her soldiers simply as LT, leads Alpha Squad into the station to investigate. What they find could put them all in jeopardy.
Find out what happens on this wild journey over the action-packed 8-episode season!
To find out more, visit us on the web at http://www.suburbanzombiemusic.com/beyond-the-belt or follow show creator Jason Nitsch on Instagram and Twitter @jasonnitsch
In this episode, Lt. Rachel Meyers finds herself in unfamiliar surroundings, separated from her squad, and has to face the worst that the Project has to offer.Approximate runtime 16 minutes.
Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch
Originally released July 17, 2023
Dr. Robert West- Voiced by Allen Donnelly
Lt. Rachel Meyers- Voiced by Victoria Whitson
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, our brave Colonial Marines head to the surface to pursue the crew of the mysterious ship...what will they find when they get there? Approximate runtime 18 minutes.
Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch
Originally released July 10, 2023
"Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop
Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Robert Kemp
Protector Executive Officer- Voiced by Maria Bloodline
Protector Navigation Officer- Voiced by Katlynn M
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
Episode 1 Soundtrack performed and recorded by Dr. Caroline Beatty and the Texas State University Wind Symphony
In this episode, we join Charlie company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squares from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 15 minutes.
Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch
Originally released July 3, 2023
Corp. John Stanton - Voiced by Marcus Anderson
Corp. Harper - Voiced by Catherine Divaris
Corp. Brown- Voiced by Michael Brown
Corp. Spencer- Voiced by Steven Cazort
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, we join Beta company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squares from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 15 minutes.
Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch
Originally released June 26, 2023
Lt. Rachel Meyers - Voiced by Victoria Whitson
Corp. Collins - Voiced by Roberto Jolliffe
Corp. Murphey- Voiced by Emma L
Corp. Woods - Voiced by Nick Van Not
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
In this season 3 opening episode, we join Alpha company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squads from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 16 minutes.
Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch
Originally released June 19, 2023
Captain Abigail Kelly - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar
Lt. Andrew Brady - Voiced by Mitchell Reeder
Corp. Hicks- Voiced by Dennis Winterhoffer
Corp. Perry- Voiced by Jess Fischer
Corp. McAllister - Voiced by Eryn Andrews
Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.
Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, our brave Colonial Marines head to the surface to pursue the crew of the mysterious ship...what will they find when they get there? Approximate runtime 18 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released November 7, 2022 “Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar "Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Missy Sumoski "Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder "Lt. Rachel Myers "Wizard" - Voiced by Victoria Whitson "Corp. John Stanton "Clanker" - Voiced by Marcus Anderson Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, we return to the DSCM protector in pursuit of an unknown vessel in the vicinity of the downed colony ship. The chase is on, and the race for answers has begun! Approximate runtime 15 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released October 24, 2022 “Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar "Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Missy Sumoski "Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder "Lt. Rachel Myers "Wizard" - Voiced by Victoria Whitson "Corp. John Stanton "Clanker" - Voiced by Marcus Anderson Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, we drop in on a Colony Ship headed to the outer rim to ferry hundreds of hopeful colonists to a new life of prosperity and happiness. This trip, however, was about to experience...an anomaly. Approximate runtime 18 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released October 17, 2022 “Dr. Harrison Miller” - Voiced by Simon Jackson Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg Lab Doctor - Voiced by Loran Smith Colony Ship Attendant - Voiced by Miri Bluebeard Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, we follow a little girl who has unexpectedly awakened from her slumber in route to the outer rim. How could a stranger she meets change her future? Approximate runtime 12 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released October , 2022 “Gia” - Voiced by Payton Nitsch Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg Project Soldier No. 2 - Voiced by Shanice Onike Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Cello solos performed by https://www.cellodoll.com/ (Carolyn Regula "The Cello Doll") Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, the passenger is woken out of stasis sleep early and thrown into an emergency on the ship! Can she get to the bottom of what's happening in time to save herself? Find out! Approximate runtime 16 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released October 3, 2022 “Sidney Cooper” - Voiced by Nicole Nitsch "Passenger" - Voiced by Gavin Smith "Sam"- Voiced by Emma Harrop Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
We spend this episoden catching up with Dr. Robert West. Fresh off the trial of Lt, not Captain, Kelly, just what is the doctor up to...and what evil plan is he hatching behind the scenes? Approximate runtime 18 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released September 26, 2022 “Dr. Robert West” - Voiced by Allen Donnelly ”Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar "Dr. Harrison Miller - Voiced by Simon Jackson Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this episode, we drop in on a Colony Ship headed to the outer rim to ferry hundreds of hopeful colonists to a new life of prosperity and happiness. This trip, however, was about to experience...an anomaly. Approximate runtime 24 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released September 19, 2022 “Chief Engineer DiMarco” - Voiced by Michelle Miller ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In the Season 2 opener, Captain Kelly meets her new team on board the DSCM Protector. They set off on their first patrol and hope for a quiet tour of duty. They may not be that lucky. Approximate runtime 22 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released September 12, 2022 “Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Protector Deck Officer Victoria Ransom - Voiced by Missy Sumoski Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In this special Season 1 Bonus episode, we'll head into the courtroom where the LT faces her most daunting task yet...proving her innocence and exposing the Project to the world! Approximate runtime 16 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released September 6, 2021 “LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Tribunal Judge - Voiced by Kevin Casey JAG lawyer Mark Turner - Voiced by Chris Lynch DSCM Prosecutor - Voiced by Adam Woolley Dr. Robert West - Voiced by Allen Donnelly Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
Following the conclusion of season 1, the LT heads for home. What kind of reception will she receive, and will she get the answers that she is seeking. Find out in this special Season 1 bonus episode! Approximate runtime 9 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released February 21, 2022 “LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Commodore Norman J. Russell - Voiced by Ingamar Media Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In a special Season 1 Bonus episode, a mystery surrounding the fate of one of our season 1 characters is revealed. Approximate runtime 13 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released February 14, 2022 Captain Chester Paulson - Voiced by James Johnson Ships Crewman - Voiced by Pat Golebiowski Number One - Voiced by Chris Dalek Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
In the season 1 Finale, LT must find her way back on board the DSCM Protector while planning for the total destruction of the infected space station. Bring the excitement to a close as we complete our story on the season 1 Finale. Approximate runtime 21 minutes. Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch Originally released September 6, 2021 “LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Alpha Squad Hargrave - Voiced by Sean Michael Smith Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor.
Working late in the laboratory, a lone researcher…helplessly behind schedule and needing a breakthrough, works alone long after midnight. Fighting fatigue and exhaustion, this single individual will set off the chain of events that will effect everyone on the station. Unfortunately for this scientist, his breakthrough discovery would come at the most inopportune time. Approximate run time: 19 minutes Original story and musical score by Jason Nitsch Dr. Jack Robertson - Voiced by Matt Sindt Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Cello - Michelle Packman Originally released August 30, 2021
Deep within the lower levels of station Hotel Tango, a lonely supply clerk named “Smith” works alone each day managing the storage of the long=term supplies of the station. Each day for Smith is the same, walk the corridors, verify the stores, and count every box until it’s used. Today would not be the same. Smith was about to receive a special shipment for storage that was not what it seems… Approximate Runtime 16 minutes Supply Clerk Smith - Voiced by Jacob L. Skrapka Lab Tech - Voiced by Craig Storrod Central Control - Voiced by Sarah Prowell Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor. Cello Soloist - https://www.carolynregula.com/the-cello-doll (Carolyn Regula) Originally released August 23, 2021
After docking with the station, personnel from “The Project” enter the station to determine what may have happened and to attempt to recover the research data from the experiments which led to the disaster. Armed to the teeth, and accompanied by multiple squads of colonial marines, the station is breached by the boarding party. They may not be prepared for what they find waiting inside… Approximate running time: 19 minutes Dr. Robert West - Voiced by http://allendonnelly.com (Allen Donnelly) Paul Wagner - Voiced by John Brattin Jake Raznor - Voiced by Ben Ayers Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. French Horn Soloist - https://www.meredithplayshorn.com/ (Meredith Moore) Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor. Originally released August
Following an unknown accident at a secret deep-space…and very secret military laboratory, the now darkened station is approached by a strange ship. On board is the head of the mysterious group known only as “The Project” who oversees all of the secret sites across the galaxy just like this one. The ship seeks answers, but also information…about what happened here and what clues may be gleaned from the accident on the station. Run time approximately 17 minutes Dr. Robert West - Voiced by http://allendonnelly.com (Allen Donnelly) Paul Wagner - Voiced by John Brattin Jake Raznor - Voiced by Ben Ayers Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. French Horn - https://www.meredithplayshorn.com/ (Meredith Moore) Cello - http://michellepackmancello.com/ (Michelle Packman) Originally released August 9, 2021
Someone always has to mind the ship while the big dogs are away hunting. This week we meet Charlie Squad on the DSCM Protector. Led by their veteran squad leader, known to all as “Bingo",” the squad is the last line of defense on the ship. While always at the ready, Charlie Squad regularly finds themselves in the position of being prepared for action, but rarely being needed. Today they would experience much the same, and although they itch to get in on the action, they hope that they are once again not needed. Episode runtime approximately 18 minutes. Cast James “Bingo” Washington - Voiced by TwisterHD ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Main Theme performed and recorded by the https://www.cinemagicscoring.com/ (Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra), John Walton - conductor. Trumpet soloist - https://www.kateamrine.com (Kate Amrine) Originally released August 2, 2021
It was just another day at the office for the new guy on the station. Far from home, hating his job, and lacking in many of the comforts that he desired, our lowly accountants day was about to get turned on its head by some unexpected adventure. A sudden emergency at the station descends his world into chaos and he, and everyone around him, tries to make sense of what is happening around them. Runtime approximately 17 minutes. Story and original musical score by Jason Nitsch. Andrew Harper “The New Guy” - Voiced by Jason Nitsch Sarah Hughes- Voiced by Megan Ihnen Overconfident Marine - Voiced by Nicholas T. Middlekauff Random Hallway Guy- Voiced by Daniel Zbel Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Originally released July 26,2021.
While on a routine patrol of the outer rim territories, the DSCM Protector encounters trouble and is forced to dock at a mysterious station for repairs. Receiving no communication from inside the station, LT leads Alpha Squad into the station to investigate and what they find could put them all in jeopardy. Runtime approximately 18 minutes. Story and original musical score by Jason Nitsch. Musical score recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra - John Walton, conductor. “LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar ”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop Dr. Emelie Rogers - Voiced by Holly Parrish Ships Engineer - Voiced by Willem Rolf Alpha Squad Jones - Voiced by Stephen Seymour Alpha Squad Martin - Voiced by Jason Nitsch Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S. Originally released July 26, 2021.
Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim - Music Trailer No. 2 featuring trumpet master Kate Amrine (www.kateamrine.com)! The podcast launches on Monday July 26, 2021 on all platforms!
Take a sneak peak at the music from Episode 6 "Cold Storage," composed by Jason Nitsch and performed by Carolyn Regula!
Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim - Episode 1 releases on Monday, July 26, 2021! Listen free on your streaming service of choice! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @jasonnitsch!
Enjoy this first look at season one of Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim, a new sci-fi podcast from Jason Nitsch! www.jasonnitsch.com