Three sets of footsteps have been left behind in the dust, a wild chase winding its way through the deserted halls. And the only lights to guide Caine, Jet, and Vic as they chase down the trail are the holoframes of long-gone POTEN Co. influencers and the dawn creeping up on the outpost. At the end of it all, there’s a deadly confrontation that, if brought to its inevitable conclusion, means the end of Zero Zero—and Cair Mallplex. And they have to stop it at all costs. Featuring a connection twice made, hard to dodge moves, and a name we haven’t heard in a long, long time. Trigger warnings: Vi ..read more

Patreon: https://patreon.com/mxeliramos Transcript: Hi folks, Eli Ramos here, creator of Under the Electric Stars and Head of Aster Podcasting Network. We’re about two weeks into our Patreon Drive—you can find us at patreon.com/mxeliramos—so I wanted to just ask for your support for us, especially as we’re going into production of the Season 2 finale. Under the Electric Stars is the longest running show on the network, but we’re joined by other cool shows like Crown Jewels, SkillSet, Spectral Evidence, Aster Podcasting Presents, and more. Hosting those shows and making them is a labor of love ..read more

The enigmatic leader of Cair Mallplex finally reveals her past: one that defies the history that POTEN Co. has sold their citizens for years. And beyond the room where she tells her tale, another story is quickly unfolding. Featuring unexpected reactions, new names, and the return of a few old gadgets. Trigger warnings: Loud sounds (alarms, planes/jets, laser fire), discussion of military/predatory military recruiting, implied transphobia/gender dysphoria, discussion of colonization and allusion to Indigenous land struggles, discussion of ableism, implied violent death, medical emergencies, di ..read more

As the sandstorm buries Cair Mallplex under its gusts, one memory has swum to the surface for Caine and Jet. And at the edge of other late-night memories, familiar faces and half-remembered voices are recalled. Featuring just the right amount of sugar, features that may be bugs, and acronyms that can be hard to follow. Trigger warnings: Dehumanization, abuse (physical, emotional manipulation/gaslighting, discussion of withholding food), memory loss, and extensive discussion on death and its impact. Extensive medical discussion including discussions of memory loss and ableism. Find us on our we ..read more

A certain kind of calm has fallen over the outposts. After new arrivals, high tensions, power outages, and the world seeming to shift on its axis, at the end of the day, the world readjusts. And life goes on. Zero Zero may be considering their return home. Cair Mallplex has finally come to the calm after the storm. Though that's not usually how that phrase goes, is it? Featuring a rousing game of tennis, ghosts in the machine, and new names, depending on how you look at it. Trigger warnings: Flashbacks, panic attacks, glitch sound effects, violence, discussion of police/military, injury to a c ..read more

A curtain rises. The stage lights burst to life, cutting through the darkness to find their mark. Three stories from different times all come together. You've been waiting to hear these for a long time, haven't you? Featuring a little credit to those deserving, meals that are better at restaurants, and a legitimate audio technique you can visualize at home. Trigger warnings: Yelling, loud sounds, discussion of abandonment, being held against will, discussion of serious injuries, dehumanization, car crash, police presence, shooting, fire, diaspora, electric shocks, reference to solitary confine ..read more

Time is not on Cair Mallplex's side--doors stay jammed shut, the oxygen is rapidly depleting, and the power is still down for the count. Jet, Caine, Sebastian, and Ganymede make the journey to repair the power grid, while tensions mount ever higher between the Reyes family. Featuring deep reads about character, a lot of mannequins, and a new narrator. Trigger warnings: Arguing/yelling, discussions of loss of family, fire, earthquakes , and discussion of electrocution/cardiac arrest. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Support us on Pat ..read more

Zero Zero has been trying to get some of the Cair Mallplex crew onboard with the revolution, but it's proving difficult: Nell's disappearing around every corner while Ganymede dodges questions like laser blasts. Only Tari, ever energetic and perky, seems to have an in--but can Caine handle eir influencer ways before they lose their cool? Featuring the Holy Terrors, a lack of power converters, and several gay moments. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Support us on Patreon ➠ patreon.com/mxeliramos Follow us on social media! Twitter ..read more

Kaleo and Ava have been stuck at home for the last few days, with a case quickly growing cold and a grudge the size of the whole Metropolis against each other. But when a mysterious drive appears, prompting the duo to find its sender before he disappears, they’ve got to join forces again and follow their one and only lead. Featuring an indulgent Hackers (1995) reference, an automat machine, and one really cool bow tie. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Support us on Patreon ➠ patreon.com/mxeliramos Follow us on social media! Twitter ..read more

Sebastian Reyes, the brother that Caine thought they'd lost forever, is standing right in front of them. He's got a new look, new friends, and even a new nickname, but a few years apart can't possibly change a whole lifetime's relationship... right? In the meantime, Zero Zero splits up and finds out a little more about Cair Mallplex. Featuring sibling antics, friendship wins, and a case of mysteriously disappearing parts. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Support us on Patreon ➠ patreon.com/mxeliramos Follow us on social media! Twitt ..read more