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Science Fiction · Alex Zoubine

Biome

by Alex Zoubine

Short fiction. Big worlds. Every Tuesday. From ancient forests to far off alien worlds, Biome brings you thrilling new Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the weird and wonderful stories that defy categories. Each 15 to 30 minute episode is a complete story, followed by a take on what it means, where it fits, and why it matters. Follow now and never miss a story. https://www.patreon.com/c/biomespec/

Chart trend

Position in the Science Fiction chart (US), last 90 days.

#2
all-time peak
2
days in the top 3 since Apr 2026

Latest episodes

Showing 19 · updated from the feed

Season 2 - Trailer

Season 2 launches September 29th Follow now to enjoy stories that will captivate and amaze you Support us on Patreon for ad-free listening and early access: https://ww

Sep 8
1 min

S1 Int10 - Interview with Grigory Lukin

If you loved "After You Catch Them All" (Season 1, Episode 4), you won't want to miss our interview with the author of the story, Grigory Lukin! Hear what inspires Grigor

Aug 25
16 min

S1 Int9 - August Editor's Desk

The world is ending! Your host and Biome editor Alex Zoubine reviews the storied history of Apocalypse in fantasy and scifi. Check out our recent written interviews wit

Aug 18
9 min

S1 Int7 - Interview with Christopher Thomas

Christopher Thomas joins Biome to discuss the haunting story The Winnowers (Season 1, Episode 3). During our interview, Christopher mentioned Milkman by Anna Burns. Chec

Aug 4
19 min

S1 Int5 - July Editor's Desk

Why the biological theme? Why now? Your host and editor Alex Zoubine shares some thoughts on the state of literature and short stories -- and why I think now is the perf

Jul 21
8 min

S1 Int4 - Interview with DM Smith IV

M.D. Smith IV joins Biome to share the story behind Bright Eyes and the Lantern Path (Season 1, Episode 8) - winner of listener's top Season 1 Story! I deeply appreciate

Jul 7
17 min

S1 Int2 - Interview with Jordan Hirsch

Jordan Hirsch sits down with Biome to tell us the story behind Writing on the Wall (Season 1, Episode 1). I deeply appreciate your support on Patreon: https://www.patreo

Jun 23
14 min

S1 Int1 - Season 1 Finale

10 amazing stories. 10 talented authors. Season 1 wraps up with a reveal of the #1 fan favorite story of Season 1 followed by an overview of themes and ideas that tie the

Jun 16
11 min

Ep 10 - Old Growth

What do ancient trees say when you can finally listen in on their conversations? Just as he is about to retire, an old forester finds out. Vote (for free) for your favor

Jun 9
19 min

Ep 9 - Storm Chaser

Rosita boils with fury and has nowhere to put it. So when a hurricane comes bearing down on her beloved city, she does the only logical thing: she steals her dads' airshi

Jun 2
19 min

Ep 8 - Bright Eyes and the Lantern Path

New Orleans has always had its share of darkness. Tarantulena and her cat, Bright Eyes, have seen it all. When poison starts felling the city's finest families, the witch

May 26
20 min

Ep 7 - Anemone

Strange growths appear where violence has happened. Everyone can see them. Not everyone wants to. This is a story about what we do with the things we can't pretend away.

May 19
18 min

Ep 6 - The Girl Who Shouted ‘Yes!’ at the Heart of Her Ship

Ship-heart-girl. Hero. Legend. They're making a movie about her and she's earned every frame of it. So why does Alice - new and naive - feel like a threat? Join us on Pa

May 12
32 min

Ep 5 - The Pull of the Dough

Contaminated pods get destroyed. No exceptions. That's what she wrote. That's what she's transmitting to Harlan, hundreds of years from Earth, along with one quiet additi

May 5
17 min

Ep 4 - After You Catch Them All

Planetary Administrator Worthington built the perfect system for eliminating every last invasive species from the planet. It worked exactly as designed. Join us on Patre

Apr 28
16 min

Ep 3 - The Winnowers

Every marriage has moments where you wish your partner were a little different. Marge never expected to be handed the list. Join us on Patreon and get early access to al

Apr 21
17 min

Ep 2 - Find Me Again

She crossed the stars to start over. She didn't expect the planet to give her daughter back to her — even if only for a moment on the petals of a flower. Join us on Patr

Apr 21
17 min

Ep 1 - Writing on the Wall

In a cracked and thirsty land, a doubting monk learns that divine wisdom doesn't always announce itself — sometimes it just grows quietly. Join us on Patreon and get ea

Apr 21
21 min

Biome - Season 1 - Trailer

Biome Launches April 21st, 2026 Follow now and be the first to hear our first episodes when they drop. Support us on Patreon and get early access to all episodes: http

Apr 1
1 min

Chart positions

Where Biome ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 10, 2026).

#77 ▲ 4 Fiction US
#19 ▲ 1 Science Fiction US

What listeners say

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The stories featured on Biome are amazing. Love the focus on nature, and the narration and editing are both great

MrsKnitterBocker · May 2026

The stories are short but interesting. I love that there are no ads. I hope there’s a season 2.

Silverdoorknob · Jul 2026

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