
Desert Skies
Astral Fuel and Service Center
Jared Carter
About
On a lonely highway between life and the next life there's one last stop that we all have to make. Desert Skies Astral Plane Fuel and Service Station serves travelers as they embark on their journey through the celestial spheres. Meet the Attendant, the Mechanic, and C.A.S.H. Register. Together, they'll make sure you're prepared for the ride. All episodes written and produced, and all characters performed, by Jared Carter. Club 86: https://patreon.com/desertskies Merch: https://desertskies.myshopify.com Discord: https://discord.gg/7fuUU78mUh Website: https://desertskiespodcast.com/
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View all 44 episodesS3 Ep 28Chapter 28 - Those Are Some Of My Favorite Parts
EHaving left the Inter State behind, the crew heads towards the Long Paws to reunite with Corson. C.A.S.H. has something she wants to show Mac on the Forest Sphere, something she hopes will undo some of the damage done by Bad Mother. Along the way she'll share a story about a strange creature, one whose existence on the Astral Plane up to this point has only fueled tales and rumors, one who may serve as the answer to what they're looking for. Links Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Credits Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music Featured This Episode: Keep Me Entertained - Mattie Maguire (Announcements) Angler - Ellen Piel Finding Memories - Martin Landh Cradle Song - Mary Riddle Me and You - Sunfish Grove Boulevard to Nowhere - Rasure (Credits) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 27Chapter 27 - The Inter State (Part 2)
EWhen we last left Tendy, he'd found himself in a precarious situation in the Inter State version of the station. Who's holding him captive and who in the darn damn hell is Mother? Links Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Credits Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music Featured This Episode: Dashboard Light - One Two Feet (Announcements) Exit - Martin Gauffin Epic Mirage - Hanna Lindgren A Higher Calling - Mandala Dreams On the Knife - Future Joust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 26Chapter 26 - The Inter State (Part 1)
EWhen last we left the crew, they had just endured a session of flushing out their regrets. Tendy, regretting not giving Mac the time he deserves, is looking for an opportunity for them to spend more one on one time together. In this episode, they get that time, in a place they're not sure is even in time...any time. A place called the Inter State. Let's take a walk. Links Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Credits Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music Featured This Episode: Spring Dance - Forever Sunset (Announcements) Sacred Space 432 - 369 Fading Memories - Martin Landh Reflections - Megan Wofford Fear of the Dark - Etienne Roussel Abandoned Shopping Mall - Stationary Sign Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 25Chapter 25 - The Rest Area
EDoes anybody need to go? Go somewhere where they can unburden themselves of regrets they accrued on the Physical Plane, that is. Welcome to the first of eleven Rest Areas along the Celestial Highway. What will be revealed in the stalls? Links Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Credits Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music Featured This Episode: Darker Shades - ELFL (Announcements) A Procession Of Mirrors - Jay Taylor The Meeting Place - Rachel Sandy The Old House - Rikard From Traces - Ever So Blue Mysterious Forest - Howard Harper-Barnes Me and You - Sunfish Grove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 24Chapter 24 - Caves and Cacti
EThe gang hits the road and their first stop, The Electric Desert, isn't actually meant to be stopped at. In this episode, we learn that something's changed for Corson since handing over his responsibilities to Olenus, we meet a new friend who shares a common interest with an old one, and we discover what it means to truly be unique. Links Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Credits Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music Featured This Episode: Darker Shades - ELFL 1983 - Ben Elson Confused Time - Alan Carlson-Green Just Don't Worry - Alan Carlson-Green Gentle Arrival - Joseph Beg Last Stand - Marc Torch Where I Want to Be - Sunfish Grove Purple Voyager - ELFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 23Chapter 23 - Sometimes You Gotta Die A Little
EThe Season 3 Premiere begins with the return of a friend, and she's keeping secrets. Arriving determined to bring her friends "home", everyone's left wondering what that means. It all comes down to trust. Ready for the ride? Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Visit our Website Socials: Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, and the Discord Desert Skies is made by Jared Carter. He does voices, and writes, and edits the sounds and stuff. The show is Executive Produced by Michael Freiberg. He's the one who makes sure people hear it. Music featured this episode: Gone to the Mall - One Two Feet Simple Lullaby - William Claeson The Unconquered Son - Dian Shuai Blooming Emotions - Megan Wofford Get Up and Get Out - Soleil Getting Lost - Lupus Noctei Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Season 3 Announcement
bonusIt's the moment you've been waiting for. Well, maybe not the moment but definitely the moment before THE moment. Desert Skies is coming back! Join Club 86 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 22Chapter 22 - It's Okay to Let Go
EIt's the season two finale! Forces are converging in the caves. Will C.A.S.H. prevail against Olenus? Will Corson be able to save the ones he loves? Will Maloy find some pants? This and more in the exciting conclusion to an eventful season. Buy Tickets to see Desert Skies in Portland and Seattle this April Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 21Chapter 21 - Don't I Get a Say?
EWe take a step into the past and experience a greater understanding of the history of the Astral Plane. Then in the present day, C.A.S.H. and Corson are in hiding. They think their whereabouts are unknown, but someone is going to make a surprise visit. Join Club 86 Give Someone the Gift of a Club 86 Membership Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 20Desert Skies FM - Dear C.A.S.H.
EThis Desert Skies FM broadcast is not intended for travelers. This is for C.A.S.H.'s (ears?) only. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 20Chapter 20 - If I Have to Wait a Million Years
EDeep beneath the Desert Sphere, Nonny and the Attendants wait patiently for a whisper. Something said in it may hold the secret to Nonny's mysterious past. Will they find the memory they're looking for, or will they come up empty handed? Oh, and Basketball Butt. It's a very serious condition. Not sure why you're laughing. Buy Tickets to see Desert Skies in Portland and Seattle this April Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 19Desert Skies FM - Climb That Rock!
EIncoming Broadcast from Desert Skies. Tendy will tell you how to safely navigate hitchhiking, Nonny is going to reflect on listening to our inner child, and we finish off with a couple voicemails (one of which is rudely interrupted!) Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Featured Musical Artist: JPW from Phoenix, AZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 19Chapter 19 - Friends Make Sacrifices
ELet's all go to the movies! Old friends are reunited on the Sphere of Doug and decisions of great consequence will be made. Back on the Desert Sphere, Tendy, Mac, and Nonny are preparing to embark on a journey of personal past discovery. Oh, and someone is about to embark on a journey of a completely different kind. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 18Desert Skies FM - The Things We're Afraid to Lose
EIn this week's broadcast, learn why you should obey the "NO SWIMMING" sign, how to accept the fear of losing things, and what in the heck is the Overview Effect? Time to take a trip down the Celestial Highway with the staff of Desert Skies Join Club 86 Musical Guest: Gabrielle Pietrangelo If you're a traveler in need of help, call 947-MAC-HELP (That's 947-622-4357) and leave your message. There's a chance you'll get to hear your questions answered on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 18Chapter 18 - Spoke to My Damn Soul
EWhen last we left Tendy, he wasn't in the best shape. It's not like it's something new, he's been like this for...a while. Now HueHue's getting involved. Why did he call Tendy out to the wash, who's the mysterious stranger approaching seemingly out of nowhere, and how does one celebrate four words that hold no meaning to anything other than a soul? Find out in this chapter...of much importance. Buy Tickets to see Desert Skies in Portland and Seattle this April Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 17Desert Skies FM - Thank You for the Compliment
EIn this episode you're going to learn the meaning of the word "Wash", Nonny and Mac will teach you the importance of taking a compliment, and voicemails from a goat lady and a stargazer. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Musical Guest: https://www.tymnwaters.page/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 17Chapter 17 - The Accident
EIs this just a dream or is someone at the station actually getting a glimpse into events previously unknown? And a new traveler crashes in and brings with her a glimpse into the burden undergirding every one of Tendy's interactions with visitors to the station. At least that's what Nonny thinks. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 16Desert Skies FM - Someone Crashes the Show
EThis FM is a little different than previous broadcasts. A guest co-host is in the booth with Mac because one part of the Desert Skies team is somewhere on the Astral Plane and the other is....well, you'll find out in this episode. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Musical Guest: La Cerca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 Ep 16Chapter 16 - It's Gonna Cost You
ECorson arrives at the station and he has news to share. He's learned something on his journey through the Celestial Spheres, and brought something back with him. This is the tale of one of the strangest of the Spheres and one of the more curious of Sphere Movers. Buy Tickets to see Desert Skies in Portland and Seattle this April Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep 15Desert Skies FM - Get Stretchy
EIn this broadcast, you'll learn all about how to navigate the sometimes, somewhat, kind of a little bit, dangerous atmosphere of the Long Paws. Mac gives some advice on life that he learned from doin' yoga. And you'll also hear some voicemails from a couple travelers. Join Club 86 Visit our Merch Store Join the Discord Visit our Website Musical Guest: Dad Weed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices