Fast Track to 40
3 best friends, Clarity, Penny, and Janet, are trying to get their lives together before they hit the big 4-0. Clarity, the struggling screenwriter, is trying a new direction - a simple romantic comedy. Janet, working towards a major promotion at work, is dealing with her fear of commitment as her long-term boyfriend proposes the next step in their relationship. And Penny, a popular sex podcaster, is ready for the ultimate challenge, becoming a mom, partner optional.
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Aural Stories Presents: 'Fast Track to 40' about 3 best friends, Clarity, Penny, and Janet, who are trying to get their lives together before they hit the big 4-0. Clarity, the struggling screenwriter, is trying a new direction - a simple romantic comedy. Janet, working towards a major promotion at work, is dealing with her fear of commitment as her long-term boyfriend proposes the next step in their relationship. And Pen...
Meet Clarity, Penny, and Janet, best friends trying to get their lives together before they hit the big 4-0. After Clarity receives some bad news from her agent, she decides to make a change. Janet finally admits her before 40 goal and Penny chooses not to share goal with her friends yet.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: A...
Janet and Dan have a big argument in a housewares store. Clarity is stuck so Penny convinces her to attend a speed dating night.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather Sommers, Joshua Sterling, Justin Van Cho, Katie Ritz, Roa...
Janet is heading out on a business trip but there's just enough time for another "talk" with Dan. Penny and Janet take uncomfortable steps towards their before 40 goals.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather ...
Penny gets Clarity on the dance floor at a club for inspiration and it works. Clarity finally finds her muse for her next screenplay. Meanwhile Dan is planning something unexpected for Janet.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, He...
Janet is back from a successful trip and Dan has a surprise for her. Clarity’s characters are getting demanding.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather Sommers, Joshua Sterling, Justin Van Cho, Katie Ritz, Roanna Cruz, Robert...
Clarity has her first date with Jason and it is not what she expected. While Janet deals with the aftermath of her response to Dan's proposal.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather Sommers, Joshua Sterling, Justin Van C...
A ladies night with chocolate ice-cream and wine might help Janet deal with the aftermath of Dan moving out but only if she is honest. And Penny is using an unconventional method to choose the father of her baby.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohl...
Janet's promotion is on hold and she's experiencing being alone for the first time in her adult life. It's time to be brave. Penny is down to five candidates for her donor baby daddy. Clarity is writing and arguing with her characters.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene,...
Penny finally has the appointment she has been waiting on, moving her closer to her goal. Clarity relearns writing from her favorite teacher. And Janet makes a move on Dan.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather Sommers, Josh...
In the final episode, Janet waits to hear about her promotion, Penny is thinking fertile thoughts, and Clarity enjoys a picnic with Jason and his unexpected visitor.
Written and Directed by Georgia Mckenzie. Produced by Camille Johnson. Music by John Reuter. Sound design and editing by Alexa Ruvalcaba. Cast: Anthony Morales, Chhaya Nene, Christopher Watkins III, Courage, Gabryel Sohle, Georgia Mckenzie, Heather Sommers, Joshua Ster...
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