Shortwave Kitsch

Season 10, Episode 5

Life With Elara - “The Wreath of Khan!”

Written by Brandon L. Joyner 

Synopsis:

What happens when a cosmic being from Jupiter tries to make a home on Earth? In “Life with Elara,” follow the delightful misadventures of Elara Newton as she navigates small-town America with her loving, down-to-earth husband, Dean.

This episode whisks you into the festive chaos of the town’s Christmas pageant, where Elara’s otherworldly perspective brings both laughter and unexpected challenges. As she strives to infuse the celebration with genuine holiday magic, Elara’s efforts lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and touching moments that test the bonds of love, community, and belonging. With Dean by her side, the couple’s journey is a testament to the joy of embracing differences and finding wonder in the everyday.

Will Elara’s cosmic touch make this the most unforgettable Christmas pageant the town has ever seen? Tune in to find out!

"Dr. Clutterbuck's Satin Stems Commercial” CAST:

TIFFANY PARKER-COPELAND - LOIS

LUCIANA MARCIAL - RUBY

DAVID ENGELHART - JOHN

LIFE WITH ELARA CAST:

LUCIANA MARCIAL - ELARA NEWTON

DAVID ENGELAHRT - DEAN NEWTON

TIFFANY PARKER-COPELAND - MARTHA MACARTHUR

ANDY LIVENGOOD - CRAIG MACARTHUR

MAKENNA BRYANT - DORIS WINTERS

BRANDON L. JOYNER - PHIL LORD

Song: "Hot Cocoa, Sweet Kisses"

Sung by Brandon L. Joyner

Music by Pedro Toro

Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner

Song: “Until Next Time”

Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

Music by Pedro M. Toro

Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

“Life With Elara Theme” by Frank Duvall

Music Direction and Accompaniment by Joanna Norwood

Narrated by David Joyner

Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash

Production Team:

Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon 

Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

Recorded by: Matt Ciclon

Business & Podcast Manager: Kristen N. Granet 

Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler

Logo: Linkon

This Episode is Proudly Brought to You by the Generous Support of:

Karen's Korner Frame & Gift Shop (karenskornerframeandart.com)

Ledford's Termite & Pest Control (www.LedfordsPestControl.com)

Indigo Wellness LLC, Uli Junker (indigo-wellness.com)

Pawsitive Wellness (pawsitive-wellness.com)

Charleston Caroling Company (charlestoncarolingcompany.com)

Saltwater Cowboys (saltwater-cowboys.com)

Special Thanks to:

Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!

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