The Anomalous Files: Stories from the World of Sci-Fi Ethics

S2E6 - Its 2079 and No One Is Winning

EPISODE NOTES Written and voiced by Jude Sounder, John Aziz, Mae Bledsoe, Nicole Chen, and Xavier Torres-Seda. Recorded and edited by Dalanda Diallo and the Sound on Grounds team.

S2E5 - The Answer

EPISODE NOTES The Answer is about 3 explorers who are sent on a quest to investigate a unknown world to find a solution on their world problem of running out of oxygen. They have to face the dilemma that there is no solution and are faced with the moral question of do they tell the citizens or not. Written and voiced by Chloe, Leah, Lillian, Judy, Ronin, and Ashvin. Recorded and edited by Dalanda Diallo and the Sound on Grounds team.

S2E4 - Purification

EPISODE NOTES In this dystopian news-style episode, listeners are taken live to the Senate floor as lawmakers debate the controversial Purification Bill—a measure that would mandate the immediate euthanization of all “plasticized” people in the United States. With plasticized births rising to nearly forty percent, fear and political momentum fuel the Purified Movement’s push for eradication, while the Plastic People’s Movement fights back, arguing for human rights, responsibility, and accountability for the pollution that caused plasticization in the first place. Through tense testimonies, moral clashes, and a final decisive vote, the episode explores themes of scapegoating, environmental responsibility, ableism, and the dangers of extremism disguised as practicality. The bill ultimately passes, triggering nationwide unrest and the declaration of martial law. “Purification” leaves listeners questioning who society chooses to protect—and who it decides is disposable. Written and voiced by Sophia Dortch, Sam Rowanhill, Emma Holt, Rishabh Malkani, and Connor Anderson. Recorded and edited by Sara Bastianelli and the Sound on Grounds team.

S2E3 - The Ark

EPISODE NOTES This episode reimagines the 1938 "War of the Worlds" radio broadcast through an alternate perspective. As Martians invade Earth, this podcast follows a group of civilians aboard a flight into the heart of New York City. In the face of peril, the characters navigate conflict, interpersonal relationships, and ethical dilemmas. Written and voiced by Parker Walls, Richard Gao, Adelaide Caron, Taylor Purcell, and William Martin. Recorded and edited by Sara Bastianelli and the Sound on Grounds team.

S2E2 - The Last Breath

EPISODE NOTES This is the story of a society running out of time, and drastic measures are taken to preserve what little air is left. Lungs can be swapped out but minds cannot, raising the stakes even higher for all who must take the test. Written and voiced by Charlotte Gabriel, Michael Tardivo, Mariam Gabriel, Emily Acuto, Kai Stone, and Evan Yan. Recorded and edited by Dalanda Diallo and the Sound on Grounds team.