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The Orphans

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The Orphans is a cinematic audio drama chronicling the castaways of downed starship, The Venture - Stranded on a hostile planet, struggling to remember how they arrived and who they are. Mysterious creatures hunt them, and in this seemingly unpopulated world, a tower looms. The human survivors and the artificial intelligence, GeoFFRy, must learn to work together as they fight for their lives in this alien wilderness and uncover the truth of what lies beyond.

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Oct 27, 2025

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Episodes

S3 Ep8: Investigation :: Escapes 22.01.2019

Trapped inside of a private hauling station, Richard an Diana have to get their answers and escape. All the while, forces around them work to end this investigation, even when the truth is so close in reach. Listen as this story comes to a close and the future of The Orphans unfolds! Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Gavin Richards as Richard Hart Brooke Parrot as Diana Stra...

S3 Ep7: Investigation – Episode VII: Discoveries 30.10.2018

After escaping a Collective warship, Diana, Axel, and Richard must search through all the information they've collected to try and understand where their quarry went after visiting the Coracas System. As the pieces come together, Diana and Nora Evers' connection crystallizes.

S3: Minisode :: Incident Report: 890372 02.10.2018

There's a universe of stories in world of The Orphans. This is one of them.  An unexpected breach of security has left The Collective reeling, and Private Cordelia Young must discover the truth behind it all.  Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm  Starring:  Beth Eyre as Cordelia Young & Cordelia Cunningham  Aimee Kember as Nora Black  Declan Galpin as William Tell  Felix Trench as C...

S3 Ep6: Investigation :: Episode VI: Addition 18.09.2018

Diana and Richard visit a mysterious outpost on the far side of the planet on the hunt to find the elusive Nora Evers. Tensions are ever-mounting between the two investigators, and so are the stakes, as the nearby Collective Officers realize that the clone who payed them a visit may not have been all he appeared to be... Credits: Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Gavin Richa...

S3 Ep5: Investigation :: Episode V: Division 04.09.2018

After following instructions by a mysterious message hidden within a GeoFFRy unit, Richard and Diana find themselves on the Coracass system - one of the poorest in the galaxy and the historic location of the first clone rebellion. As they try to understand what Evers could have been doing in this system, their differences finally catch up with them.  Credits: Written & Directed by Zachary Fort...

S3 Ep4: Investigation :: Episode IV: Strings 21.08.2018

Richard and Diana have found their first clue in their search for former leader of The Alliance, Nora Evers. Now the question is: what does it mean? As they search for answers, the mismatched duo realize just how far apart their lives are and learn that they have to find a way— any way, to bridge that gap.  Credits: Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Gavin Richards as Richard...

S3 Ep4: Investigation :: Episode IV: Strings 14.08.2018

Richard and Diana have found their first clue in their search for former leader of The Alliance, Nora Evers. Now the question is: what does it mean? As they search for answers, the mismatched duo realize just how far apart their lives are and learn that they have to find a way— any way, to bridge that gap. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

S3 Ep3: Investigation :: Episode III: Copies 07.08.2018

Hart and Strange track down their one lead: Amos Dent, the latest actor to lend his voice to the famous GeoFFRy program. But that's easier said than done - they've got to cross the perilous Collective border hand head into enemy space. Anxious, but determined, the pair struggle to work together despite their opposing views on the universe and what it means to be a clone.  Credits: Written & Di...

S3 Ep2: Investigation :: Episode II: Give & Take 24.07.2018

Richard Hart and Diana Strange dive deep into The Alliances' past to discern what Nora Evers might have been doing before she disappeared. Confronting Strange's history with Evers and the other founding members of The Alliance is easier said than done, and leaves the General questioning if she wants to be a part of the solution to find her former friend, or if she should simply return to duty.  Cr...

S3 Ep1: Investigation :: Episode I: The Apology 10.07.2018

This expansive third series in The Orphans' Saga, journeys deeper into the universe than ever before. Space is divided between The Collective, a totalitarian interstellar government that manufactures a workforce of clone slaves, The Alliance, a resistance of clones fighting for freedom, and Wild Space - a neutral zone caught in between the opposing forces. Richard Hart, a clone and private investi...

The Orphans: Investigation - Trailer 03.05.2018

The Orphans: Investigation arrives July 10th, 2018 with Episode One: The Apology. Starring Brooke Parratt, Gavin Richars, Aimee Kember and featuring Felix Trench, Sarah Golding, Fiona Thraille, Alex Bird and Jack Gouldbourne. For the 10 Days of GeoFFRy we have release loads of exciting new material for Investigation, check them out now on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @Orphans Audio.

The Orphans :: GeoFFRy Interview 27.04.2018

As a part of The 10 Days of GeoFFRy, the A.I., GeoFFRy, has taken questions from the audience and cast of The Orphans. Listen in as he takes shots at everyone involved in the show in a series of unadulterated roastings. Check out The Orphans on social media @OrphansAudio for even more leaks as the 10 Days continue! 

The Orphans' Gag Reel - 10 Days of GeoFFRy Begins! 24.04.2018

Welcome to the 10 Days of GeoFFRy. While Orphans Creator Zachary Fortais-Gomm is away on Holiday, Zachary is taking control of The Orphans' podcast feed, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. He is leaking as much new material as he possibly can. Today he has unleashes a hilarious gag reel of the cast of The Orphans making hilarious and rude errors during recording. Be sure to check out The Orphans on...

The Orphans :: Start Here 01.03.2018

What begins as a tale of survival on an unknown world opens up into a sci-fi world of intrigue and insurrection. The Orphans is a cinematic audio drama chronicling the castaways of downed starship, The Venture – fighting for their lives and struggling to remember who they are. Following season 1, The Crash, their world is expanded in Facility and Investigation - learn more about where to start in...

Facility – Creator Interview: Zachary Fortais-Gomm 21.11.2017

Go behind the scenes of The Orphans: Facility with cast and crew interviews leading up to the launch of the next series. CAUTION: Spoilers ahead! If you haven’t listened to all of Facility yet, do that before listening to this interview! Zachary Fortais-Gomm, creator of The Orphans, is interviewed by James Barbarossa, the actor behind GeoFFRy and Executive Producer of the series. Listen as the two...

Facility – Cast Interview: James Barbarossa 07.11.2017

Go behind the scenes of The Orphans: Facility with cast and crew interviews leading up to the launch of the next series. CAUTION: Spoilers ahead! If you haven’t listened to all of Facility yet, do that before listening to this interview! Zachary Fortais-Gomm, creator of The Orphans, interviews James Barbarossa the series' composer and the actor behind GeoFFRy! Listen as the two reveal the thought...

The Orphans: Facility – Cast Interview: Alex Bird 24.10.2017

Go behind the scenes of The Orphans: Facility with cast and crew interviews leading up to the launch of the next series. CAUTION: Spoilers ahead! If you haven't listened to all of Facility yet, do that before listening to this interview! Zachary Fortais-Gomm, creator of The Orphans, interviews lead actor Alex Bird about his role as Baz Guilroy and about how he sees the future of the series taking...

Facility – Episode VIII: Suffering 09.10.2017

Baz and Diana narrowly survive their crash only to be captured by Xavier Michael - the clone sent to inspect the facility. As the truth finally comes out, and the consequences hit, all parties find themselves fighting to survive in the explosive finale to The Orphans: Facility. Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Alex Bird as Baz Guilroy James Barbarossa as GeoFFRy Faye Butler...

Facility :: Episode VII :: Inspection 26.09.2017

The once warm friendship between Baz and GeoFFRy has broken down and as the dust settles from the recent violence, the rogue AI attempts to recruit the human to deceive the incoming inspector. Their survival depends on what comes next. Can Baz stall long enough to make his getaway or will he loose his life when GeoFFRy’s horrible acts are discovered? Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm...

The Orphans: Facility :: Episode VI :: Mess 12.09.2017

A week has passed since the mysterious Nora Evers offered to help Baz and Kathryn to evade the detection of their inspector. No communication has been received since. Tensions are high, and Baz and GeoFFRy's growing resentment for each other finally reaches a breaking point. Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Alex Bird as Baz Guilroy James Barbarossa as GeoFFRy Elizabeth Benb...

Facility :: Episode V :: Evers 29.08.2017

Drama unfolds in the facility as Kathryn uncovers the truth and struggles to forgive Baz and GeoFFRy for the life they've thrust her into. In the meantime, a mysterious signal from a Nora unit warns Baz that their upcoming inspection may be even more sinister than they previously thought... Credits: Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Alex Bird as Baz Guilroy James Barbarossa...

Facility :: Episode IV :: Kathryn 15.08.2017

Kathryn has many questions about how life works, and what it means to be a clone. As the only other flesh and blood being in the facility, it's up to Baz to show her what living is all about and what comforts closeness can bring. Meanwhile Baz and GeoFFRy come to blows when they receive troubling news from Command. Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Alex Bird as Baz Guilroy J...

Facility :: Episode III :: Emotions 25.07.2017

GeoFFRy continues to discover what having emotions truly means under the tutelage of Baz, and Baz realizes that his quest for computer companionship may have unlocked more than he bargained for. A life or death crisis at the facility brings these musings to a head. Meanwhile, higher up the chain of command, the insubordination of clones is under much scrutiny. Written & Directed by Zachary For...

Facility :: Episode II :: Error 16.07.2017

The cloning process is well under way, and in the isolation of his solitary posting, Baz turns to the GeoFFRy unit for friendship. After coming face-to-face with the cold-heartedness of the A.I., Baz wonders if perhaps, with a little tweaking, he can make this new GeoFFRy model more sympathetic to human emotions. Credits: Written & Directed by Zachary Fortais-Gomm Starring: Alex Bird as Baz Gu...

Facility :: Episode I :: Arrival 05.07.2017

In this prequel spin-off of The Orphans, we go deeper into the history of the mysterious facility from Season One. The series follows Baz Guilroy at his first major posting: installing a new reasoning unit in a remote cloning facility. With only the A.I.s GeoFFRy and Stella for company, Baz must struggle to keep his wits about him and complete his mission - a simple assignment, until things turns...

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