Albuquerque author Carol Sturka is one of only 13 people in the world immune to the effects of the "Joining", an event in which an extraterrestrial virus transformed the rest of humanity into a peaceful and content hive mind known as the "Others". The hive mind happily accommodates the wishes of those who remain unaffected, but admits that it will ultimately seek to assimilate them when it learns how to do so. Carol is adamantly against their efforts as she searches for a way to reverse the Joining.
Episode 1
We Is Us
Nov 6, 2025
An astronomer's discovery turns the planet upside down. Carol Sturka, a curmudgeonly novelist, is terrified by this strange new world.
Episode 2
Pirate Lady
Nov 6, 2025
A curiously familiar face introduces Carol to the bizarre new normal. A gathering in Europe brings strangers together...and causes friction.
Episode 3
Grenade
Nov 13, 2025
The World just wants to help—which infuriates Carol. A heart-to-heart conversation ends with a bang.
Episode 4
Please, Carol
Nov 20, 2025
Carol tests the boundaries of this weirdly honest world at the expense of her ego. Far away, a resolute individual learns he's not alone.
Episode 5
Got Milk
Nov 25, 2025
Carol doubles down on her investigation—loneliness be damned. Meanwhile, howls in the night reveal a new source of danger.
Episode 6
HDP
Dec 4, 2025
Carol shares a horrific discovery and learns new truths in the process. Mr. Diabaté lives life to the fullest in Sin City.
Episode 7
The Gap
Dec 11, 2025
Manousos begins a dangerous trek to meet Carol. Returning home from Las Vegas, Carol gets creative with her rebellion.
Episode 8
Charm Offensive
Dec 18, 2025
Carol takes a different tack with The Others and discovers more than she anticipated. Manousos awakens in unfamiliar surroundings.
Episode 9
La Chica o El Mundo
Dec 23, 2025
Manousos arrives in Albuquerque and complications ensue. Carol visits the last best place on Earth.