The Mysterious CHIRP

In which Nancy Coddington opens a world of discovery, innovation and invitation in the STEM world! We explore the ways science, fashion, space exploration, and outreach intersect to foster a sense of belonging in the science and tech world. Nancy shares her sci-fi inspos and her journey from childhood curiosity to leading innovative STEM projects, and we discuss the power of narrative in making sc...

In which Bridges and Boorsha take Umbrel to the Brig at debarkation, there's a messge from Hax, and the quick drop voyage is interrupted. This month's non-profit is Michigan Tech University, home of our TMC post-production lab of Audio Production and Technology majors! Housed in the Visual and Performing Arts Department, sound design majors are encouraged to "Make sound amazing. Make amazing sound...

Season 2 Episode 5, May the Fourth Be With You or "As my grandmother used to say, MahkCha! MahkCha! AAAH!" In which the performers warm-up and eat Oatey Melts in the Green Room, the Scoobies figure out Whodunnit, and the MURDERER STRIKES BACK during the performance of Macbeth! This month's non-profit is World Center Kitchen. WCK is first to the frontlines, providing fresh meals in response to huma...

In which there's coffee worms and a stake out at the Stanley K, a grilling in the interrogation room and Xavia spills the beans, and sweet tea-se at the ship's coffee nook. This month's non-profit is The Matt Brown Foundation. The Matt Brown Foundation is a committed 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to support and assist groups, individuals, and families living with or recovering...

In which secrets are spilled in every scene! DCI Bridges gets everyone to confess to something, Chief Mate McQueen confronts First Mate Archer, Lieutenant Canon takes McQueen into his confidence, and the members of Circus Trifolium realize they can only count on each other to stay ahead of the murderer. This month's non-profit is Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières . MSF is on the gro...

In which the chaos of rehearsal in the holoroom ends in cowbell, the Scoobies review clues in the hot frothy nook, and the pub is full of implication and a cowboy song. This month's non-profit is the Phoenix Society. Their vision, "Uniting the voice of the burn community around the globe to profoundly advance lifelong healing, optimal recovery and burn prevention." Phoenix Society serves burn surv...

In which the passengers finally leave the Rainforest side of Banoo, a digital paperwork glitch leads to a gruesome discovery, and the Intergalactic Investigation Team of Bridges and Boorsha board The Mysterious. This month's non-profit is SaveAFox. Their mission, "To rescue and provide forever homes for captive-born, non-releasable wildlife." Apply to volunteer, learn about fox care and adoption,...

In which Skip Tanner, code name "Lone Wolf", goes undercover and gets in over his head in this Spy vs. Spy stand-alone episode. Can Skip intercept the dead drop? And will he live to see Life Day?  Our non-profit of the month is Mobile Mini Children Circus (MMCC Global), and organization close to TMC creator Holly Adams' heart. Since 2002, the Mobil Mini Children Circus has been empowering children...

In which we go deep with the kind genius that is Joe Dove, a passionate sci-fi podcaster and a terrific human.  Joe shares his journey into the world of sci-fi, influenced by his mother and Star Trek, and discusses the evolution of his podcasts, the importance of community, and the impact of sci-fi on personal growth. We touch on the role of technology in connecting communities, the significance o...

In which Chief Mate Weathers McQueen reinvents herself at the Paradise Resort for a much-needed getaway. Will she find romance? Intrigue? Or maybe... herself?  Find out in this RomCom stand-alone episode as we follow McQueen to Planet Jemison, where anything can happen. Our non-profit of the month is our partner-in-production, Michigan Tech University's Visual and Performing Arts Department. Visua...

In which we explore how the sound design students catapulted the sound for The Mysterious CHIRP out of the galaxy, and Christopher reveals some fun nerdy 'behind the scenes' info on how some sound effects are created! We also discuss Christopher's sci-fi inspirations and recommendations, how science fiction explores human connection and the possibilities of technology, and the importance of collab...

In this one-off adventure starring Lt. Luke Canon, we go noirishly rogue. Planetside on Hot L 5, Canon is on the job, his handler Chandler is on his case, and the perp is on a crime spree. Join us in the hot city streets of Yorksburg, where a lonely gumshoe is just trying to do the right thing. This month's non-profit is Running to Places. Running to Places (or R2P, as it's usually known) brings m...

In which we explore why "Murder is sometimes a laughing matter", science and character inspirations, and the role of sci-fi and mysteries in forwarding social justice. We also discuss Mindy's latest series, the Deep Dish Mysteries, her fabulous character development, and the social themes woven into her narratives.  Mindy reveals that her favorite sci-fi shows are Star Trek and Doctor Who, which s...

Episode 6: And They Would Have gotten Away With It Too In which Sammi and the Scoobies find another anomaly, everyone (including criminals) off-boards at the space station Flying Caravanserai, and Sergeant Boorsha saves the day. This month's non-profit is the National Association of Voice Actors  (NAVA) . NAVA is a social impact non-profit association created to advocate and promote the advancemen...

Episode 5: May the 4th Be With You In which a clandestine meeting offers new insights, an epic battle rages through the pub, and the suspects are held in storage closet AA-23. This month's non-profit is The Trevor Project. The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ+ young peo...

Episode 4: Whatever Remains, However Improbable, Must Be the Truth In which Detective Chief Inspector Ofelia Bridges grills the passengers, Seargeant Boorsha surprises the Scoobies in the beverage nook, and secret plans are made in the safety of the shower. Julienne Irons and Cindy Kay guest star. This month's non-profit is the National Association of Voice Actors (NAVA) . NAVA is a social impact...

Episode 3: It's All Fun and Games Until Someone Loses a Tail In which the ship docks desert-side on planet Banoo, there's mayhem at the marketplace, and suspicions rise at the cop shop. Dr. Erin MacDonald and JG Hertzler guest star. This month's non-profit is Running to Places . Running to Places (or R2P, as it's usually known) brings middle and high school students together from across Tompkins C...

In which the unscheduled stop at the Stanley K Space Station leads to revelations at the circus show, and the plot thickens. Special Guest Stars: Dr. Erin MacDonald and JG Hertzler, both of the Star Trek franchise. This month's non-profit is the Movember Foundation,  dedicated to men's health, making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.   htt...

Episode 1: In which our intrepid ship's Purser discovers a Fiscal Anomaly, questions about the Apollo 11 lead to a humblebrag conversation about all things cryo and condenser, and there's a vac tube emergency. Special Guest Star: Dr. Robert Forsythe, NASA physicist for Apollo 11-17, as himself. This month's non-profit is 31 Backpacks, an organization that provides food and hygiene products for chi...