EPISODE 3: Chapter Two

Welcome to Episode 3 of the audio drama, “Control; Alt; Delete: Dr. Stundel’s Program To Reboot Your Dangerous Teen.” The terrifying event that occurred at Clintock High School has left many demanding that safety measures be implemented. Enter Dr. Damon Stundel, who offers a test and program that will provide those assurances and much, much more. As a caution, some of the language and situations presented may be offensive to some, perhaps even triggering. Discretion is advised. If you’re interested in the novel, the paperback and digital versions are available on all major bookseller platforms ( Goodreads , Amazon , Barnes & Noble , Google Books , Apple Books , World of Books ). Thanks for listening and subscribing! And if you’re enjoying it, please share it with others! If there was ever a hesitance or concern about publishing this story, it has always been the portrayal of school violence. Many years ago, when I began working on Control; Alt; Delete , the term “active shooter” wasn’t as commonly used as it is today. Little did I know that the level of gun violence and threat of harm has become the culture we’ve almost become inured to. Although my story is satirical and at times darkly comedic, I don’t make light of the horrors those affected by these real-life events endure. I intended to focus on the hyper-vigilance and hysteria of those who seek panacea solutions to a problem, while overlooking the damaging methods. Adapting my screenplay into a novel, and now this audio drama, has allowed me to focus more on self-identity and the question of who determines it. Can a person control who they are and their path in life, or is it predetermined by others? I’m hopeful that, as you immerse yourself in the story, these are questions you’ll ponder. Until next time! This post has bonus content for paid subscribers. Upgrade to get full access. Get full access to Monkie Business at monkiebusiness.substack.com/subscribe