Mission To Zyxx

An improvised science fiction sitcom following a team of ambassadors as they attempt to establish diplomatic relations with planets in the remote and chaotic Zyxx Quadrant… better known as the "ass end of space."

D02: Beefer Madness

Oh hey, you’re back for more! Wow, okay. So if you thought that last chapter was something, get ready for something else entirely. My life of crime takes a turn when I’m punished for a totally DIFFERENT crime! Which I also did. Shae reconnects with a friend and a nickname, GOOD_E switches modes, and I make like Plopeye and pop open a couple cans. Let’s get young!Created by:Jeremy BentAlden FordAllie KokeshSeth LindWinston NoelShane O’ConnellJustin TylerMoujan ZolfaghariFeaturing a special appearance by Joe PeraEdited by Seth Lind and Alden Ford Sound design, mix and original score by Shane O’ConnellTheme song composed by Brendan Ryan, performed by Brendan Ryan, Shane O’Connell, Adam Minkoff and Jay FairesThe Young Old Derf Chronicles is a proud member of the Maximum Fun Network and made possible by support from the members of Maximum Fun and a season long sponsorship by Rocket Money  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

12-17
01:13:03

D01: The Derfect Crime

Okay let’s see here. Episode descripsh. Something like: Oh hey it’s me, Old Derf! Sure, you know me as an elderly space wizard with the mysterious power of resurrection, a resume stacked with entry level jobs, and a talent for juckin’ around. But would you believe there was once a time when I was slightly LESS old, when my powers were just coming into focus, when I got pulled into adventure after adventure? It’s true! So buckle your space belts and settle in for the first installment of my MEMOIR, The Young Old Derf Chronicles. Here we go! Created by:Jeremy BentAlden FordAllie KokeshSeth LindWinston NoelShane O’ConnellJustin TylerMoujan Zolfaghari Edited by Seth Lind and Alden Ford Sound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme song composed by Brendan Ryan, performed by Brendan Ryan, Shane O’Connell, Adam Minkoff and Jay Faires.The Young Old Derf Chronicles is a proud member of the Maximum Fun Network, and made possible by support from the members of Maximum Fun and a season long sponsorship by Rocket Money.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

12-03
41:21

Mission to D-Syxx

In this, the final one-off episode before The Young Old Derf Chronicles, the crew fulfills a repeated request: to make a live role playing podcast. Yes, it's Mission to D-Syxx! The entire crew is here, playing a Dungeons and Dragons one shot adventure as their medieval characters from Zyxx Episode 419. Yep, the Legumies are back. Alden Ford is Dungeon Master. Justin Tyler joins as a special guest. It's a fun one! And a long one. Enjoy. The Young Old Derf Chronicles premieres next Wednesday, December 3rd!  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

11-24
01:40:37

Mission to Tryxx (and Treatss)

Insert those earbuds at your own peril, listener, for it’s the spookiest one-shot of the year! The cast is here to make your spine tingle with tales of inscrutable costumes, ghoulish hangovers, and discontinued candy bar recipes! Peep the costume photos.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

10-30
39:22

Reminiscin' to Zyxx

The cast takes a trip down memory avenue – pretty sure that’s the saying? – to talk about their personal origins in improv, the heyday of UCB New York, and the comedy shows and experiences they’ll never forget, even if they might want to. You’ll finally learn how many cast members cleaned toilets to get free improv classes. And in case you didn’t hear, The Young Old Derf Chronicles will premiere on Dec 3rd!  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

09-30
57:17

Guessin' Our Pickss

How well does the cast of Mission to Zyxx know each other? Find out in this newlywed-style game show filled with weird questions submitted by fans! And mark your calendars: The Young Old Derf Chronicles will premiere on Wed Dec 3rd. To suggest ideas and help us make the show, support us on Maximum Fun!   Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

09-08
01:04:58

Passion to Zyxx

The only podcast that dares to reveal the hobbies and obsessions of Mission to Zyxx guests!  This week: Jeremy Bent interviews Leslie Collins, and Moujan Zolfaghari interviews Rachel Wenitsky.This is a fan-pitched monthly episode leading up to The Young Old Derf Chronicles. To suggest ideas for future episodes and get tons of bonus content, support us on Maximum Fun..  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

07-31
44:10

Mission to Transcryptss!

We're so excited to announce that all episodes from seasons 1-5 of Mission to Zyxx are now fully transcribed for accessibility, intelligibility and FUN. To read along, head over to missiontozyxx.space, where transcripts are embedded in every episode page!  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

07-22
06:59

L14: What Goes Throup’ Must Come Clown [LIVE ft. Justin Tyler]

In this lost Season 4 episode, the crew heads to a postal planet to retrieve a missed delivery. AJ is stunning. C-53 will definitely keep that frame forever. Pleck resists a scenario. Recorded live at Caveat in New York City on June 7, 2025.Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53Alden Ford as Pleck DecksetterAllie Kokesh as Captain DarSeth Lind as Nermut BundaloyWinston Noel as AJMoujan Zolfaghari as Bargie and D’Gerald FordWith special guest Justin Tyler as SES-B*TT-1000 and Old DerfLive sound design and engineering by Shane O’ConnellEdited by Seth LindTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric GeuszMission to Zyxx is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network. Support Zyxx and MaxFun!  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

06-25
41:15

Mission to Convynnce

The first and final episode of Mission to Convyncce — your favorite two vs. two debate podcast! Alden Ford, Winston Noel, Justin Tyler and Moujan Zolfaghari team up in various configurations to debate frankly bizarre topics suggested by Mission to Zyxx listeners. It's the third of our monthly one-off episodes leading up to The Young Old Derf Chronicles. If you want to suggest ideas for episodes like this one, support us on Maximum Fun and get access to our super Fresh discord server.Do you have your tickets to our live show on June 7th!? 1:30 PM ET — in person in NYC or live streamed EVERYWHERE. It's been ages since we performed on stage together and we can't wait. Hope to see you there!   Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

05-30
01:08:29

Mission to Gygs

The first and final episode of the long-running TV game show Mission to Gygs, in which cast members of Mission to Zyxx compete to tell the best stories about their past jobs and side hustles. Featuring contestants Allie Kokesh, Jeremy Bent and Winston Noel. Hosted by Seth Lind.This is one of our monthly episodes leading up to the release of The Young Old Derf Chronicles later this year. Support us on Maximum Fun!Oh and here's the Zyxx character personality quiz mentioned in the episode, made by kbear19.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

04-28
36:54

The Paradox

Alden and Seth are here to entertain you during this, the second and final week of the 2025 MaxFunDrive. They play samples of bonus content, reveal an unimaginably Fresh prize that one lucky supporter will receive, and discuss the paradox at the heart of listener support. Please join us in making The Young Old Derf Chronicles: maximumfun.org/join  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

03-26
22:24

Mission to Fyxx

The debut and finale of the hit podcast Mission to Fyxx, in which cast members of Mission to Zyxx answer listeners' advice questions! Featuring Alden Ford, Seth Lind, Justin Tyler and Moujan Zolfaghari. It's the first of our monthly one-off podcast episodes leading up to the release of the Young Old Derf Chronicles. Support us on Maximum Fun for a chance to suggest ideas for these episodes, get tons of bonus content, and help make our new spinoff prequel a reality! Thanks to freesound.org users Mrthenoronha, pixelprophecy and pnmcarrierailfan for the music and effects.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

03-19
01:06:56

Announcing: The Young Old Derf Chronicles

The crew are here to announce the newest project in the Mission to Zyxx universe: The Young Old Derf Chronicles, coming later this year! Plus, it's the Max Fun Drive! That's no coincidence: We need your support to make this new prequel series happen in true Zyxx fashion. Meaning, ambitious to the point of absurdity. Join us at maximumfun.org/join   Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

03-17
12:07

L13: Past Times at Ranguu High [LIVE ft. Ify Nwadiwe]

Just moments after agreeing to rule the galaxy, the crew is sent on … One. More. Mission. Pleck reunites with an old enemy. Bargie sells NFJs. C-53 meets his son?! Recorded LIVE at Sketchfest 2023 in San Francisco.Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53Alden Ford as Pleck DecksetterSeth Lind as Nermut BundaloyWinston Noel as AJMoujan Zolfaghari as Bargie and Justin BallweheatWith special guest Ify Nwadiwe as Benedict JudasLive sound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellRecorded by Shawn DoyleEdited by Seth LindTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraAdditional music by  Shane O’ConnellShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric GeuszAudio hosting by SimplecastA big thank you to everyone at SF Sketchfest for having us!Mission to Zyxx is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

02-09
50:17

521: The Ass End [Series Finale]

Nermut gets a promotion.STARRING:Jeremy BentWinston NoelAllie KokeshSeth LindMoujan ZolfaghariAlden FordShane O’ConnellFeaturing special guest Brennan Lee MulliganEdited by Seth Lind and Alden FordSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraAdditional music by Shane O’Connell, Brendan Ryan, Eric Gersen and Steven CzajkowskiOpening crawl narration by Jeremy CrutchleyShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric Geusz Audio hosting by SimplecastSpecial thanks to:Brendan ReganErik BraundBen LillieCharles Pulliam-MooreNick DouglasIra GlassJesse Thorn, Bikram Chatterji, Stacey Molski, Kira Gowan, Daniel Baruela, and the rest of the Maximum Fun teamOur incredible special guestsOur amazing live show audiencesOur heroic supporters on Patreon and Maximum FunAnd you, for listening to the show.Mission to Zyxx has been a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

09-23
01:42:43

L12: THE FINALE ... of Cube2Cube [LIVE ft. Special Guests!]

As the crew zooms through hyperspace toward their final showdown on Mufalata Secundus, Bargie and C-53 realize they’ve left something unfinished. Nermut calls the shots. Pleck breaks down. AJ sells sacs and milk. Recorded live at the Bell House in Brooklyn, NY on April 10, 2022.  (Stay tuned for the OTHER finale, hitting this feed sometime soon.)Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53Alden Ford as Pleck DecksetterAllie Kokesh as DarSeth Lind as Nermut BundaloyWinston Noel as AJMoujan Zolfaghari as Bargie [and Justin Ballweheat]Plus many special guests!Live sound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraOpening crawl narration by Jeremy CrutchleyShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric Geusz Audio hosting by SimplecastMission to Zyxx is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

08-03
44:44

A Quick Aside

As we hurtle toward the grand finale of Mission to Zyxx, the seven creators sit down to answer listeners’ burning questions and talk about what the show has meant to us. Will we cry? Will you laugh when we cry? Will you cry WHILE you laugh at us crying? Only one way to find out, and that’s to hit that play button, baby.   STARRINGJeremy Bent as Jeremy BentAlden Ford as Alden FordAllie Kokesh as Allie KokeshSeth Lind as Seth LindShane O’Connell as Shane O’ConnellMoujan Zolfaghari as Moujan Zolfaghariand Winston Noel as AJ  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

06-29
56:10

520: The Whole Mufalata [Series Finale, Part I]

The crew finally arrives at Mufalata Secundus for the showdown of their lives. Just one stop first. The Dars play catch up, and catch. AJ hazards a guess. Bargie gets an invite. STARRING:Jeremy BentWinston NoelAllie KokeshSeth LindMoujan ZolfaghariAlden FordShane O’ConnellFeaturing special guestsEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraMusic Production and additional Music by Shane O’ConnellOpening crawl narration by Jeremy CrutchleyShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric Geusz Audio hosting by SimplecastMission to Zyxx is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network.  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

06-14
01:04:19

Maximum Love

Alden here with a little message about the Maximum Fun Drive and a little peek at 520!Support a great network and great shows at maximum fun.org/join .  Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!

05-05
07:10

Lyle Mata

We're so back

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joel peterson

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Kitabug

So much sound design that it's a little hard to hear what's actually happening 😬

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گردونه Gardooneh

28:28 - 28:38 Awesome 😂😂😂👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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CS

absolutely incredible ending to an incredible podcast, especially the retconning at the end ;)

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