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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
The crew seeks their fortune on the foreboding and watery planet Aquatis. Spleen dresses up. Red Eyed Clort downsizes. Natalie goes all in. STARRING:Jeremy Bent as C-53Winston Noel as CameronAllie Kokesh as SpleenSeth Lind as Digby and PezMoujan Zolfaghari as Red Eyed Clort and the PrincessAlden Ford as Natalie, Greedrick Bartlesby III, and Captain Musslewaite Shane O’Connell as the First MateEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellFeaturing “Sailing for Kroon (The Captain and Me)” written and performed by Steven Czajkowski, featuring Colin Forhan on guitar and banjo, Liz Hanley on fiddle, Anna Colliton on bodhran, Kevin Crawford on low whistle, and Gregory Grene on accordion. Thanks Steven!Music 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.Episode art by the amazing Daniel Matthews of the Backwater Bastards Podcast!For all you Kiarondos out there, this episode is available in full res WAV format on our website! Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!
Inspired by the great podcast Song Exploder, the crew invites composer Brendan Ryan to unpack his original score for Mission to Zyxx. As we work away on the final episodes of the show, this episode will answer all your burning questions about the music of the Freshest quadrant. How do you “plane” a chord? Which direction does a French horn point? And did Brendan’s high school Band open for Justin Timberlake? There’s only one way to find out, and that’s if you dare to venture behind the muzyxx. Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!
The crew receives troubling news and is forced to reroute to the planet Trevlakk. AJ fields some questions. Nermut and C-53 get their skitter on. Dar comes clean and gets messy.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 BallweheatWith special guest Zach Cherry as 3PeteAnd featuring Frank Garcia Hejl as DadEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraAdditional 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!
The crew is in for a little surprise when they arrive at… Mufalata Secundus? Bargie undercompensates. Dar drinks the Dramamom. C-53 ranks albums. 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 BallweheatWith special guest Hari Kondabolu as Pawlr’dd. And featuring Cole Semien-GraefEdited by Seth LindSound 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!
The crew encounters something unexpected after emerging from hyperspace at Quantaris. Pleck gets a discount code. Bargie’ll have another. AJ orders the combo.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 BallwehatWith special guests Ellena Doe as 04K TЯ33 and Riley Soloner as Flix DunkerEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraFeaturing the following songs from the Free Music Archive via Creative Commons attribution licenses:“Bitcrusher,” “Corvalolum,” “Goa Trolls” and “Benzodiazepines (145bpm slow version)” by Soulbringer“Nip The Slipple” by Jason ShawOpening 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!
Starring:Jeremy BentAlden FordAllie KokeshSeth LindWinston NoelMoujan ZolfaghariEdited by 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’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!
The crew seeks out intel from an old friend. Dar makes a drop-off. AJ sees his near future. Pleck gets yoked. 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 BallwehatWith special guest Leslie Collins as Ms. Janelle FitzmeyerEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraAdditional 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!
The crew lands unexpectedly on a forest planet after Bargie shares some news. AJ thinks something is up. Pleck and Nermut go down. Dar gets hugs all around. Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53Alden Ford as Pleck DecksetterAllie Kokesh as DarSeth Lind as Nermut BundaloyWinston Noel as AJMoujan Zolfaghari as BargieWith special guest Aaron Burdette as Chunky TubbinsEdited by Seth LindSound design and mix by Shane O’ConnellTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic OrchestraAdditional 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!
The crew gets an unexpected visit from an old… friend? Pleck gets vindicated. Bargie makes five nermos. Nermut gets boxed in. Someone says “shrimp.”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 BallwheatWith special guest Jonathan Braylock as TwoEdited by Alden FordSound 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!
At long last, the crew has reached the Zyxx Quadrant! Certainly everything is fine there. Pleck gets news about his prophecy. Nermut gets recognized. Dar and AJ get glopped.Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53 and ScramAlden Ford as Pleck DecksetterAllie Kokesh as DarSeth Lind as Nermut Bundaloy, Peck and the Blazing RochesterWinston Noel as AJ and Allergy EyedropsMoujan Zolfaghari as Bargie, the Showerhead droid, the Tiny Criminal and Justin BallwheatFeaturing special guests Justin Tyler as Old Derf, Rachel Wenitsky as Marf, and Brennan Lee Mulligan as Kor BalevoreLive sound design and mix by Shane O’Connell Edited by Seth LindTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic Orchestra.Additional original 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!
The crew receives a dinner party invitation from a very unlikely host. Bargie will always be successful! C-53 drops it like it’s hotdish. AJ just wants a little decency! Dar absorbs very, very friendly fire. What is the sound of Nermut’s one hand clapping? That’s Pleck in the corner. This throwback to Season 4 was freshly recorded LIVE on October 3, 2021 at the Bell House in Brooklyn, New York. And hey, it’s the Maximum Fun Block Party! Welcome, new listeners! And old listeners too. And young. But not too young, because this episode is SEXY. Check out all the great Max Fun shows, and if you’ve helped spread the word about Mission to Zyxx - THANK YOU.Starring:Jeremy Bent as C-53Alden Ford as Pleck DecksetterAllie Kokesh as Captain DarSeth Lind as Nermut Bundaloy and Jaspurr JonnzWinston Noel as AJMoujan Zolfaghari as Bargie and CaryllFeaturing special guest Jordan Carlos as IQQPlus cameos by listeners Dariel Cobb and Mark Kauffman.Live sound design and mix by Shane O’Connell Edited by Seth LindTheme Music composed by Brendan Ryan and performed by FAMES Macedonian Symphonic Orchestra.Opening crawl narration by Jeremy CrutchleyShip design for The Bargarean Jade by Eric Geusz Audio hosting by SimplecastLive show photography by Brian IrwinMission to Zyxx is a proud member of the Maximum Fun network. Check out all their shows and all the fun Block Party happenings! Lovingly researched and sound-described transcripts are embedded in every episode page on missiontozyxx.space!
