A scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare (and an all-star cast!). Whether consumed together or independently, the comedy, tragedy, and soul of Around the Sun embraces one character’s assertion that, “We’re never alone… even if it feels like the opposite is often true.” The anthology series is created by Brad Forenza, and produced via remote technology throughout the pandemic, and onward. -- Across seasons, Around the Sun features the voice acting talents of: Adassa (Encanto), Caroline Aaron (Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), David Alan Basche (The Exes), Joanna Bonaro (Good 'n Screwed), Dolores Catania (RHONJ), Mindy Cohn (Facts of Life), François Clemmons (Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood), Lilli Cooper (Spring Awakening), Veanne Cox (Cinderella), Robert Funaro (The Irishman), Judy Gold (Kill Me Now), Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Rent), Terry Hu (Zombies 3) Richard Kind (Mad About You), Richard Kline (Three's Company), Jennie Kwan (California Dreams), David LaRosa (Clandestine), Piper Laurie (Carrie), Marsha Mason (The Goodbye Girl), Cady McClain (All My Children), Christine Nagy (106...
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 5 hours 46 minutes
episode 7: Mountaintop (Estelle Parsons, François Clemmons, Brad Forenza)
Winter melts into spring, as life on Bibi's mountain adapts and grows with the times. Starring Estelle Parsons (Rachel, Rachael), François Clemmons (Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood), and Brad Forenza (series creator: Around the Sun).
episode 6: Blue Squares (The Company)
Father Finnegan's cold intolerance yields a lukewarm send-off, while glimmers of hope peek through the broken snow.
episode 5: Xmas Past (Robert Funaro & Cady McClain)
Grace reflects on her roots, only to discover that a childhood crush has finally stepped into the light. Starring Scorsese standout Robert Funaro (The Irishman, Vinyl), and history-making Emmy winner Cady McClain (Days of Our Lives, As the World Turns, All My Children). Hosted by Brad Forenza.
episode 4: Snow Bunnies (Judy Gold & Terry Hu)
Menopause won't keep Paula away from her annual Mother-Daughter skate, but recent developments might be cause for intervention. Starring Emmy winner Judy Gold (The Rosie O'Donnell Show) and breakout Disney star Terry Hu (Zombies 3). Hosted by Brad Forenza.
episode 3: Cold Snap (Wilson Jermaine Heredia & Jai Rodriguez)
Andrew and Kyle need respite from their perpetual tundra, but only one of them is poised to warm up. Starring Tony winner Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Rent) and Emmy winner Jai Rodriguez (Queer Eye for the Straight Guy). Hosted by Brad Forenza.
episode 2: Advent (The Company)
Spike races the clock to make his own exit, but news of Bibi's departure risks freezing him in place.
episode 1: Prologue (Estelle Parsons & François Clemmons)
Bibi, a family matriarch, struggles to leave her mountain nest. Starring Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons (Bonnie and Clyde), with vocals by Grammy winning singer François Clemmons (Porgy and Bess). Hosted by Brad Forenza.
300. Pinecones (Season 3 Trailer)
Season 3 of Around the Sun (Pinecones, 2023-2024) brings us to a snowy mountain region, where the absence of a matriarch forces one family to adapt, grow, and evolve with the times...
episode 10: Intelligent Life (Piper Laurie & Brad Forenza)
Two aliens return home to their perfect planet, as the rocky mess behind them slowly comes into focus. Starring Golden Globe winner Piper Laurie (Twin Peaks) and series creator Brad Forenza. Guest-hosted by Brian Dahsew.
episode 9: Borrowed Land (Richard Kind & Adassa)
A disenchanted retiree confronts the realtor who sold him a bill of goods in the dystopian desert. Starring celebrated voice-over artists, Richard Kind (Inside Out) and Adassa (Encanto). Hosted by Brad Forenza.