Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim

Episode 307 - The Escape

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, our brave colonial marines try to fight their way to safety and escape the horrible confines of the Project laboratory. Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released July 31, 2023

Captain Abigail Kelly - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

Lt. Andrew Brady - Voiced by Mitchell Reeder

Corp. Hicks- Voiced by Dennis Winterhoffer

Corp. Perry- Voiced by Jess Fischer

Corp. McAllister - Voiced by Eryn Andrews

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 306 - the Armada

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we join Admiral Glenn D. Waterman as he accompanies an armada of ships from the SDSCM to answer the distress call of the DSCM Protector. . Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released November 11, 2025

Admiral Glenn D. Watermann- Voiced by Randall Standridge

Armada Deck Officer - Voiced by Cassandra Parker

Armada Captain - Voiced by Arthur Bruer

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 305 - More Questions Than Answers

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Lt. Rachel Meyers finds herself in unfamiliar surroundings, separated from her squad, and has to face the worst that the Project has to offer.Approximate runtime 16 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released July 17, 2023

Dr. Robert West- Voiced by Allen Donnelly

Lt. Rachel Meyers- Voiced by Victoria Whitson

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 304 - DSCM Protector

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, our brave Colonial Marines head to the surface to pursue the crew of the mysterious ship...what will they find when they get there? Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released July 10, 2023

"Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Robert Kemp

Protector Executive Officer- Voiced by Maria Bloodline

Protector Navigation Officer- Voiced by Katlynn M

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 1 Soundtrack performed and recorded by Dr. Caroline Beatty and the Texas State University Wind Symphony

Episode 303 - Charlie

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we join Charlie company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squares from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 15 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released July 3, 2023

Corp. John Stanton - Voiced by Marcus Anderson

Corp. Harper - Voiced by Catherine Divaris

Corp. Brown- Voiced by Michael Brown

Corp. Spencer- Voiced by Steven Cazort

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 302 - Beta

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we join Beta company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squares from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 15 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released June 26, 2023

Lt. Rachel Meyers - Voiced by Victoria Whitson

Corp. Collins - Voiced by Roberto Jolliffe

Corp. Murphey- Voiced by Emma L

Corp. Woods - Voiced by Nick Van Not

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 301 - Alpha

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0600

In this season 3 opening episode, we join Alpha company as they have been cut off from the rest of the squads from the DSCM Protector. Approximate runtime 16 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released June 19, 2023

Captain Abigail Kelly - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

Lt. Andrew Brady - Voiced by Mitchell Reeder

Corp. Hicks- Voiced by Dennis Winterhoffer

Corp. Perry- Voiced by Jess Fischer

Corp. McAllister - Voiced by Eryn Andrews

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 208 - The Facility

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, our brave Colonial Marines head to the surface to pursue the crew of the mysterious ship...what will they find when they get there? Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released November 7, 2022

“Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

"Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Missy Sumoski

"Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder

"Lt. Rachel Myers "Wizard" - Voiced by Victoria Whitson

"Corp. John Stanton "Clanker" - Voiced by Marcus Anderson

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 207 - The New Team Part 2

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we return to the DSCM protector in pursuit of an unknown vessel in the vicinity of the downed colony ship. The chase is on, and the race for answers has begun! Approximate runtime 15 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released October 24, 2022

“Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

"Jess" - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Protector Deck Officer - Voiced by Missy Sumoski

"Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder

"Lt. Rachel Myers "Wizard" - Voiced by Victoria Whitson

"Corp. John Stanton "Clanker" - Voiced by Marcus Anderson

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 206 - The Doctor

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we drop in on a Colony Ship headed to the outer rim to ferry hundreds of hopeful colonists to a new life of prosperity and happiness. This trip, however, was about to experience...an anomaly. Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released October 17, 2022

“Dr. Harrison Miller” - Voiced by Simon Jackson

Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg

Lab Doctor - Voiced by Loran Smith

Colony Ship Attendant - Voiced by Miri Bluebeard

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 205 - The Girl

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we follow a little girl who has unexpectedly awakened from her slumber in route to the outer rim. How could a stranger she meets change her future? Approximate runtime 12 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released October , 2022

“Gia” - Voiced by Payton Nitsch

Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg

Project Soldier No. 2 - Voiced by Shanice Onike

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Cello solos performed by Carolyn Regula "The Cello Doll"

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 204 - The Passenger

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this episode, the passenger is woken out of stasis sleep early and thrown into an emergency on the ship! Can she get to the bottom of what's happening in time to save herself? Find out! Approximate runtime 16 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released October 3, 2022

“Sidney Cooper” - Voiced by Nicole Nitsch

"Passenger" - Voiced by Gavin Smith

"Sam"- Voiced by Emma Harrop

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 203 - The Assist

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0600

We spend this episoden catching up with Dr. Robert West. Fresh off the trial of Lt, not Captain, Kelly, just what is the doctor up to...and what evil plan is he hatching behind the scenes? Approximate runtime 18 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released September 26, 2022

“Dr. Robert West” - Voiced by Allen Donnelly

”Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

"Dr. Harrison Miller - Voiced by Simon Jackson

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 202 - The Anomaly

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0600

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released September 19, 2022

“Chief Engineer DiMarco” - Voiced by Michelle Miller

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Project Enforcer - Voiced by David Thornburg

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 201 - The New Team

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In the Season 2 opener, Captain Kelly meets her new team on board the DSCM Protector. They set off on their first patrol and hope for a quiet tour of duty. They may not be that lucky. Approximate runtime 22 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released September 12, 2022

“Captain Abigail Kelly” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Protector Deck Officer Victoria Ransom - Voiced by Missy Sumoski

Lt. Andrew Brady "Scout" - Voiced by Mitchel Reeder

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 111 - The Trial (Special Season 1 Bonus Episode)

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In this special Season 1 Bonus episode, we'll head into the courtroom where the LT faces her most daunting task yet...proving her innocence and exposing the Project to the world! Approximate runtime 16 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released September 6, 2021

“LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Tribunal Judge - Voiced by Kevin Casey

JAG lawyer Mark Turner - Voiced by Chris Lynch

DSCM Prosecutor - Voiced by Adam Woolley

Dr. Robert West - Voiced by Allen Donnelly

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 110 - The Unwelcome Home (Special Season 1 Bonus Episode)

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 02:00:00 -0600

Following the conclusion of season 1, the LT heads for home. What kind of reception will she receive, and will she get the answers that she is seeking. Find out in this special Season 1 bonus episode! Approximate runtime 9 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released February 21, 2022

“LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Commodore Norman J. Russell - Voiced by Ingamar Media

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 109 - The Derelict (Season 1 Bonus Episode)

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 02:00:00 -0600

In a special Season 1 Bonus episode, a mystery surrounding the fate of one of our season 1 characters is revealed. Approximate runtime 13 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released February 14, 2022

Captain Chester Paulson - Voiced by James Johnson

Ships Crewman - Voiced by Pat Golebiowski

Number One - Voiced by Chris Dalek

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 108 - Any Port in a Storm - Part 2 (Season 1 Finale)

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 02:00:00 -0600

In the season 1 Finale, LT must find her way back on board the DSCM Protector while planning for the total destruction of the infected space station. Bring the excitement to a close as we complete our story on the season 1 Finale. Approximate runtime 21 minutes.

Original story and music by Jason K. Nitsch

Originally released September 6, 2021

“LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Alpha Squad Hargrave - Voiced by Sean Michael Smith

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Episode 107 - The Lab

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Working late in the laboratory, a lone researcher…helplessly behind schedule and needing a breakthrough, works alone long after midnight. Fighting fatigue and exhaustion, this single individual will set off the chain of events that will effect everyone on the station. Unfortunately for this scientist, his breakthrough discovery would come at the most inopportune time. Approximate run time: 19 minutes

Original story and musical score by Jason Nitsch

Dr. Jack Robertson - Voiced by Matt Sindt

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Cello - Michelle Packman

Originally released August 30, 2021

Episode 106 - Cold Storage

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Deep within the lower levels of station Hotel Tango, a lonely supply clerk named “Smith” works alone each day managing the storage of the long=term supplies of the station. Each day for Smith is the same, walk the corridors, verify the stores, and count every box until it’s used. Today would not be the same. Smith was about to receive a special shipment for storage that was not what it seems…

Approximate Runtime 16 minutes

Supply Clerk Smith - Voiced by Jacob L. Skrapka

Lab Tech - Voiced by Craig Storrod

Central Control - Voiced by Sarah Prowell

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Cello Soloist - Carolyn Regula

Originally released August 23, 2021

Episode 105 - The Project - Part 2

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 02:00:00 -0600

After docking with the station, personnel from “The Project” enter the station to determine what may have happened and to attempt to recover the research data from the experiments which led to the disaster. Armed to the teeth, and accompanied by multiple squads of colonial marines, the station is breached by the boarding party. They may not be prepared for what they find waiting inside…

Approximate running time: 19 minutes

Dr. Robert West - Voiced by Allen Donnelly

Paul Wagner - Voiced by John Brattin

Jake Raznor - Voiced by Ben Ayers

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

French Horn Soloist - Meredith Moore

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Originally released August

Episode 104 - The Project - Part 1

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Following an unknown accident at a secret deep-space…and very secret military laboratory, the now darkened station is approached by a strange ship. On board is the head of the mysterious group known only as “The Project” who oversees all of the secret sites across the galaxy just like this one. The ship seeks answers, but also information…about what happened here and what clues may be gleaned from the accident on the station.

Run time approximately 17 minutes

Dr. Robert West - Voiced by Allen Donnelly

Paul Wagner - Voiced by John Brattin

Jake Raznor - Voiced by Ben Ayers

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

French Horn - Meredith Moore

Cello - Michelle Packman

Originally released August 9, 2021

Episode 103 - The Backup's Backup

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Someone always has to mind the ship while the big dogs are away hunting. This week we meet Charlie Squad on the DSCM Protector. Led by their veteran squad leader, known to all as “Bingo",” the squad is the last line of defense on the ship. While always at the ready, Charlie Squad regularly finds themselves in the position of being prepared for action, but rarely being needed. Today they would experience much the same, and although they itch to get in on the action, they hope that they are once again not needed.

Episode runtime approximately 18 minutes.

Cast

James “Bingo” Washington - Voiced by TwisterHD

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Main Theme performed and recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, John Walton - conductor.

Trumpet soloist - Kate Amrine

Originally released August 2, 2021

Episode 102 - The New Guy

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 02:15:00 -0600

It was just another day at the office for the new guy on the station. Far from home, hating his job, and lacking in many of the comforts that he desired, our lowly accountants day was about to get turned on its head by some unexpected adventure. A sudden emergency at the station descends his world into chaos and he, and everyone around him, tries to make sense of what is happening around them. Runtime approximately 17 minutes. Story and original musical score by Jason Nitsch.

Andrew Harper “The New Guy” - Voiced by Jason Nitsch

Sarah Hughes- Voiced by Megan Ihnen

Overconfident Marine - Voiced by Nicholas T. Middlekauff

Random Hallway Guy- Voiced by Daniel Zbel

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Originally released July 26,2021.

Episode 101 - Any Port in a Storm

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 02:00:00 -0600

While on a routine patrol of the outer rim territories, the DSCM Protector encounters trouble and is forced to dock at a mysterious station for repairs. Receiving no communication from inside the station, LT leads Alpha Squad into the station to investigate and what they find could put them all in jeopardy. Runtime approximately 18 minutes. Story and original musical score by Jason Nitsch. Musical score recorded by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra - John Walton, conductor.

“LT” - Voiced by Tiffany Belzar

”Jess” - Voiced by Emma Harrop

Dr. Emelie Rogers - Voiced by Holly Parrish

Ships Engineer - Voiced by Willem Rolf

Alpha Squad Jones - Voiced by Stephen Seymour

Alpha Squad Martin - Voiced by Jason Nitsch

Narrator - Voiced by Aizaac S.

Originally released July 26, 2021.

Music Trailer No. 2 - Kate Amrine!

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim - Music Trailer No. 2 featuring trumpet master Kate Amrine (www.kateamrine.com)! The podcast launches on Monday July 26, 2021 on all platforms!

Music Trailer No. 1 - The Cello Doll

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Take a sneak peak at the music from Episode 6 "Cold Storage," composed by Jason Nitsch and performed by Carolyn Regula!

Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim - Trailer No. 2

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 02:00:00 -0600

Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim - Episode 1 releases on Monday, July 26, 2021! Listen free on your streaming service of choice! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @jasonnitsch!

Season 1 Trailer!

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0600

Enjoy this first look at season one of Beyond the Belt: Adventures from the Outer Rim, a new sci-fi podcast from Jason Nitsch! www.jasonnitsch.com