"The Basement Under the Basement" | Olympus Dale, Ep 13
Digest
The podcast introduces Credence, a knowledgeable figure in Olympusdale with military ties and secrets about the town. Credence and Martha attempt to intercept Captain Doolittle, leading to his detainment and raising suspicions of espionage. They discover a hidden, high-tech underground complex beneath Olympusdale, revealed to be a project by Bonzi's father, featuring advanced technology and an AI named Olympia. Bonzi negotiates access to this complex in exchange for membership in the secretive "1952s." Captain Doolittle eventually reveals he is a spy from the Empire of Dutch Jakarta, confirming an attack on the US and sharing details of past tragedies. The group also encounters futuristic hoverboards within the complex.
Outlines
Uncovering Olympusdale's Secrets with Credence
The podcast introduces Credence, a close friend of the mother and a knowledgeable figure in Olympusdale. She holds secrets about the town due to her past contract with the military and her deep understanding of its hidden aspects. Credence and Martha plan to intercept Captain Doolittle, leading to his detainment and raising suspicions of espionage.
Discovery of the Underground Complex and Bonzi's Negotiation
A mysterious figure reveals a hidden world beneath Olympusdale, promising answers. This underground complex, named Olympus Hollow, is vast and technologically advanced. Bonzi negotiates her guidance through Olympus Hollow in exchange for lifetime membership in the "1952s," a secretive group, demonstrating her intelligence and resourcefulness. The group encounters a dead end, leading to a discussion about admitting Bonzi into the "1952s."
Investigating the Underground and Interrogating Doolittle
The group examines the underground complex, noting unusual markings and discussing Captain Doolittle's suspicious behavior and potential espionage. Martha interrogates Captain Doolittle, suspecting him of being a spy and using household items as potential threats.
The High-Tech Underground City and Spy Revelation
The group discovers a janitor's closet is a disguised entrance to a secret, high-tech underground complex built by Bonzi's father. They marvel at the vast underground city and learn about the AI Olympia and its role in restoring utilities. Bonzi shows them a tunnel out of town and introduces hoverboards. Captain Doolittle reveals he is a spy from the Empire of Dutch Jakarta, confirming the US has been attacked and sharing information about past tragedies.
Keywords
Credence
A knowledgeable character in Olympusdale with military ties, crucial for uncovering town secrets.
Olympusdale
The primary setting, a town with hidden secrets and a complex underground network.
Captain Doolittle
An authority figure in Olympusdale whose suspicious actions lead to his detainment as a suspected spy.
Underground Complex
A vast, high-tech subterranean facility beneath Olympusdale, containing advanced technology and a hidden city.
Bonzi
A resourceful young girl who discovers the underground complex and negotiates access.
1952s
A secretive organization within Olympusdale, seeking membership in which is Bonzi's goal.
AI Olympia
The artificial intelligence managing the underground complex, controlling utilities and transportation.
Dutch Jakarta
An empire revealed to be in conflict with the United States, with Captain Doolittle as a spy.
Q&A
Who is Credence and what is her significance in Olympusdale?
Credence is a close friend of the mother and a knowledgeable resident of Olympusdale. Her past military contract and deep understanding of the town's secrets make her a pivotal character in uncovering hidden truths.
What is the underground complex and what is discovered there?
This refers to a secret, high-tech underground complex beneath Olympusdale, revealed to be a massive project by Bonzi's father. It contains advanced technology, a hidden city, and an AI named Olympia.
What are Bonzi's demands for helping the group navigate the underground complex?
Bonzi demands instant lifetime membership in the "1952s," a secretive group, with full access to all their secrets, plans, activities, and prestige.
How is Captain Doolittle apprehended and what are the suspicions surrounding him?
Credence and Martha intercept Captain Doolittle, using a taser to subdue him. He is suspected of being a spy due to his unusual behavior and potential ties to Dutch Jakarta.
What role does the AI Olympia play in the underground complex and Olympusdale?
Olympia manages the underground complex, controls utilities like water and power, and provides transportation. She is described as non-dangerous but is a significant presence in the advanced facility.
What crucial information does Captain Doolittle reveal under duress?
Doolittle reveals he is a spy from the Empire of Dutch Jakarta and that the United States has been attacked. He also provides context for past tragedies, including the death of Private Tuckett.
Show Notes
| Olympus Dale was created, written, and directed by Tom Durham.
CAST: Madeline Jayne as Valkyrie Smith, Jefferson Hunter as Niels Newton Smith, Mia Bagley as Reina Galadriel Gomez, K-ets Yah Khai as Alastair "Skinny" Bones, Eric Villasmil as Chesterton "Chess" Wardle, Ali Durham as Martha Smith, Crystal Buras as Bonnet "Bonzy" Smith, Aria Love Jackson as Doctor Credence Brown, Danor Gerald as Captain Dolittle, Isaac Akers as Corporal Clayton Coldpepper, Kaylin Jones as Olympia, and Joel Bishop as Pastor Dan Anders.
| The sound team was led by Trent Reimschussel, Cayson Renshaw, and Dan Carlisle, with
dialogue editing by Lauren Sandberg, sound design by Lauren Sandberg and Kiplin Merrill, and music editing and mixing by Kiplin Merrill. The Olympus Dale theme is by Daniel Davis.
| Olympus Dale is produced by Brian Tanner, Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Heather Bigley, with production coordination by Trent Hortin, Evie Hendrix, and Hannah Harlan.
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Olympus Dale comes from the Kaboom: An Audio Adventure Podcast team, and is a production of BYUradio.
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