Perfect Organism: The Alien Saga Podcast
297 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 120 ratingsPerfect Organism is the premier Alien Saga podcast on the internet. New episodes drop every other Tuesday!
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Episodes
Episode 44: Saluting Pvt Hudson & Talking the Latest Covenant Trailer
March 04, 2017 03:52 - 1 hour - 121 MBRyan and JM are joined by 3 honored guests...Aaron Percival, who runs the AvP Galaxy website and social media pages, Ross Poulter, admin, and second in command over at The Weyland Yutani Bulletin, and Mykal, an incredibly committed fan of the Alien series, and new member of The Weyland Yutani Bulletin. This episode finds us sending off Private Hudson in our own way, honoring Bill Paxton's legacy, and his place in our own lives. We then move on to discuss the latest trailer for Alien Covenant...
Episode 43: Dissecting The Prologue
February 28, 2017 03:11 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBThis Episode, JM and Ryan sit down with long time fan, Paul, to discuss at length, the recent prologue short from ALIEN: Covenant. We hope you enjoy, and thank you all for being the best fans ever.
Stasis Interrupted : Ripley After Resurrection : A Script Reading
January 31, 2017 02:15 - 1 hour - 180 MBStasis Interrupted is a category intended for our one off shows that aren't exactly typical episodes for us. This episode is particularly poignant, as this was host Peter Haight's last formal show with Perfect Organism (he will be back here and there). We send him off with our best regards. Peter helped to build Perfect Organism to the show that it is today. Thank you, Peter. JM, Ryan and Peter read an unfinised scripted entitled ALIEN : GENESIS, which picks up, months after Ripley 8 ha...
Episode 42: Neill Blomkamp and Life Beyond Ripley...
January 28, 2017 00:45 - 1 hour - 109 MBJM and Ryan get together the recent news surrounding the prospects of Neill Blomkamp directing an ALIEN film, and an ALIEN universe beyond Ripley. We also discuss the recent statements from James Cameron about the validity of more films, and what it all could mean.
Episode 41 : Blade Runner 2049 & Arrival
January 15, 2017 05:26 - 1 hour - 137 MBRyan, Peter and JM, got together to record what I feel like is some of our best work yet. Particularly, for myself (JM), I was able to discuss, in depth why science fiction is important, and the layers that great sci-fi stories and films can present, should we give it the thought, time and space. On this episode, the crew discusses the first teaser trailer for Blade Runner 2049, our first impressions, Arrival...the nature of androids, man's ethics when it comes to how we treat our creation, ...
Episode 41 : Blade Runner 2049 & Arrival
January 15, 2017 05:26 - 1 hour - 137 MBRyan, Peter and JM, got together to record what I feel like is some of our best work yet. Particularly, for myself (JM), I was able to discuss, in depth why science fiction is important, and the layers that great sci-fi stories and films can present, should we give it the thought, time and space. On this episode, the crew discusses the first teaser trailer for Blade Runner 2049, our first impressions, Arrival...the nature of androids, man's ethics when it comes to how we treat our creation, ...
Episode 40: Dissecting ALIEN: Covenant
January 04, 2017 23:50 - 1 hour - 187 MBIn this episode Jaime and Ryan further investigate every moment from the long awaited trailer for Alien: Covenant. We leave no stone unturned and even wax poetic about what constitutes great science fiction, the fickle and never happy fan community and so much more. Peter is on hiatus from the show until he's fully moved in and settled. Join us for what is one of our best episodes yet.
Episode 39: The A L I E N: Covenant Trailer Reaction
December 27, 2016 09:03 - 1 hour - 126 MBRyan, Peter and JM sit down once again to FINALLY discuss the long awaited trailer and fan reaction to it... We experienced technical difficulties with this episode, so you will hear two parts. The first part consists of all three hosts of Perfect Organism, the second part was recorded later in the day, free of any technical issues and glitches....
Episode 38 : Where The F*#!$ is the A L I E N : Covenant Trailer?
December 14, 2016 20:28 - 1 hour - 110 MBJaime and Ryan discuss all of the latest news surrounding ALIEN Covenant, including the recent press screenings, the set pic leaks, and where in gods green earth is that Alien Covenant trailer?? Peter was feeling under the weather for this episode. He will be back in fine for next time! Thanks for listening, and enjoy!
Stasis Interrupted : Perfect Organism Talks the New ALIEN : Covenant Poster
November 27, 2016 05:15 - 32 minutes - 59.2 MBRyan, Peter and Jaime sit down to discuss the latest poster for ALIEN Covenant, and what it all could mean.
Episode 37: P R O M E T H E U S
November 20, 2016 05:37 - 1 hour - 185 MBAt long last, Jaime, Peter and new co-host Ryan discuss Prometheus, from beginning to end. THIS IS NOT A BASH FEST. We take our time to discuss what we really love about the film, and what we don't. Take a ride with us. We think you'll enjoy the terrain. :)
Episode 36: Leaked Images From ALIEN : Covenant
November 01, 2016 21:02 - 52 minutes - 85.4 MBJM and new co-host, Ryan Zeid are talking about the latest develops and leaked imagery surrounding ALIEN: Covenant, and what it means, and how fandom is receiving the news.
Episode 35: Perfect Organism Reviews ALIEN: Out of the Shadows
October 11, 2016 03:24 - 44 minutes - 73.6 MBPeter and Jaime review Tim Lebbon’s ALIEN: Out of the Shadows, and the structure of ALIEN films...
Episode 34: Will ALIEN Covenant Be What We Hope?
October 09, 2016 21:44 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBJaime and Peter discuss the latest surrounding ALIEN: Covenant news...
Episode 33: 'ALIEN: Covenant IS a Horror Film'
September 13, 2016 01:58 - 54 minutes - 103 MBJaime and Peter discuss the latest news, circling back on speculation that perhaps Neill Blomkamp has already been in production on his ALIEN film, Blade Runner tidbits, and more. We hope you enjoy!
Episode 32: JM Interviews Filmmaker Juhani Nurmi
August 15, 2016 19:10 - 1 hour - 160 MBJM goes solo on this episode and sits down with filmmaker, writer, and journalist, Juhani Nurmi. Juhani talks about his first love affair with the ALIEN films, his interviews with Ridley Scott, (and David Fincher) and all of the excitement and controversies, surrounding ALIEN : Covenant. We hope you enjoy this episode!
Episode 31 : Is Neill Blomkamp Quietly Shooting His ALIEN Film?
July 19, 2016 19:09 - 58 minutes - 97.6 MBJaime and Peter discuss the possibility that 20th Century Fox has been quietly, filming Blomkamp’s ALIEN film for a while....
Episode 30: The Wonder of ALIEN
July 06, 2016 19:51 - 1 hour - 107 MBIn this episode, Jaime and Peter discuss the latest news surrounding ALIEN Covenant, and explore, in-depth, the wonder that is ALIEN.
Episode 29 : Marketing ALIEN : Covenant; A Roundtable Discussion
June 16, 2016 20:17 - 1 hour - 182 MBJM is joined by William Robbie as a guest host to discuss the marketing of the ALIEN films, as it relates to ALIEN : Covenant. Also joining JM and William are a few members of the Weyland Yutani Bulletin. This was a great episode. We start off a bit slow, but stick with it.
Episode 28: Stasis Interrupted : Interviewing Darrel Curtis of The Nostromo Files
May 30, 2016 20:01 - 1 hour - 106 MBPeter and Jaime sit down with Darrel Curtis, the founder and site runner of The Nostrum Files. This episode is being released under our new side project, Stasis Interrupted, which will handle all of our interviews with people in fandom. This particular episode is one of our best yet. It was more than a pleasure, talking with Darrell. We hope to have him back many more times. Enjoy, and thank you for listening.
Episode 27 : Fassbender Speaks
May 15, 2016 19:35 - 41 minutes - 70 MBJaime and Peter discuss Michael Fassbender’s latest interview tidbits surrounding ALIEN : Covenant, and what to expect and anticipate with the news.
Episode 26 : Alien Day and Alien Covenant News Round Up
April 26, 2016 18:07 - 48 minutes - 82.8 MBPeter and Jaime sit down to discuss ALIEN day, it’s impact, as well as all the latest news about ALIEN Covenant and Blomkamp’s ALIEN film.
Episode 25 : Rediscovering ALIEN 3
April 09, 2016 23:52 - 1 hour - 117 MBPerfect Organism is joined by Amber, an admin and member of the Weyland Yutani Bulletin, and William Robbie, founder of the Weyland Yutani Bulletin. In this episode we dig deep into ALIEN 3, discussing how we first discovered the film, our first impressions, and how it holds up over time. This is one of our best Episodes Yet. Give it a listen!
Episode 24: Fan Art, 1YR Anniversary, The Future....
March 13, 2016 04:38 - 56 minutes - 94.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss fan art from talented people like Brandon Flores, to folks like Dayton Allen, and Tobias Allendorph.
Episode 23: Comics of the Alien Saga
March 13, 2016 04:27 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis is our 3rd roundtable. Jaime and Peter are joined again by Ross Poulter, head admin at the Weyland Yutani Bulletin, and Aaron Percival of AvP Galaxy. This episode we discuss the impact of the comics in the fan community.
Episode 22: Weyland Yutani Bulletin
March 13, 2016 04:27 - 1 hour - 122 MBThis time around we talk with William Robbie, the founder of the Weyland Yutani Bulletin, the largest ALIEN group on social media. Ross, the head admin of the group also weighs in. It’s a great conversation. Enjoy!
Episode 21: First Roundtable Discussion
March 13, 2016 04:24 - 1 hour - 150 MBPerfect Organism conducts its first round table discussion as it nears it’s year anniversary. Chris Picard, the founder and CEO of Scified.com and the admin of the incredible Facebook page Prometheus 2012 stops in and talks to us about how his site began and his love of all things ALIEN. Longtime listener and fan, Ryan talks to us about his love of the series as well as Ross, the lead admin of the biggest Alien group on Facebook, The Weyland-Yutani Bulletin.
Episode 20: Star Wars, News Roundup
March 13, 2016 04:22 - 56 minutes - 53.1 MBThis is a shorter Holiday episode. Jaime and Pete give their review on the new Star Wars film, and discuss more news surrounding ALIEN: Covenant.
Episode 19: Covenant/5/Blade Runner 2
March 13, 2016 04:21 - 56 minutes - 92.6 MBPeter and Jaime talk the latest news roundup. Everything from the status of Neill Blomkamp’s ALIEN film, to Ridley Scott’s ALIEN Covenant film, to the possibility of Newt’s return, and a little bit of Blade Runner news sprinkled in for good measure.
Episode 18: The Martian
March 13, 2016 04:20 - 56 minutes - 97.7 MBJaime and Pete review Ridley Scott’s latest film The Martian and then proceed to discuss all the news that’s out there about the two new ALIEN films coming. What a time to be alive!
Episode 17: Paradise Lost?
March 13, 2016 04:18 - 1 hour - 115 MBJaime and Peter discuss the latest news surrounding Ridley Scott’s sequel to Prometheus, suspiciously named ALIEN : Paradise Lost.
Episode 16: Interview with John Mullaney (Weyland Yutani Report)
March 13, 2016 04:13 - 1 hour - 128 MBPete and Jaime sit down and talk with John Mullaney, one of the incredible artists behind the colossal book, The Weyland Yutani Report.
Episode 15: "The Ripley Effect"
March 13, 2016 04:10 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBJaime and Pete discuss the round up of news as it concerns the Alien universe, and the Ripley effect on women in film and television.
Episode 14: Blade Runner
March 13, 2016 04:09 - 1 hour - 125 MBJaime and Peter finally talk about what is considered to be one of the greatest science fiction films of all time... Ridley's Scott's seminal cyberpunk masterpiece, Blade Runner.
Episode 13: Alien Identity
March 13, 2016 04:08 - 57 minutes - 107 MBJaime and Pete talk with Adam Royce Sonnet and Elle Sonnet, the filmmakers behind the new ALIEN tribute film, ALIEN IDENTITY.
Episode 12: Reboot Culture
March 13, 2016 04:07 - 55 minutes - 105 MBJaime and Pete discuss the reboot culture, Ridley Scott's latest The Martian, and how everything may and can effect Neill Blomkamp's ALIEN film.
Episode 11: If Stars Could Sing (The Scores of Alien)
March 13, 2016 04:01 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn this episode, Jaime and Peter discuss the scores of the Alien saga, and play selections from the soundtracks. From Jerry Goldsmith's hauntingly beautiful 1979 score of Alien, to Elliot Goldenthal's gothic and harrowing score for 1992's Alien III, we dissect each film's score.
Episode 10: Interview with Dominic Kulcsar (Alien Explorations)
March 13, 2016 03:59 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode, Jaime interviews Dominic Kulcsar, the creator and curator of the Alien Explorations website.
Episode 9: Alien Resurrection
March 13, 2016 03:56 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBIn this episode, we discuss Alien Resurrection, and how one doomed film nearly ruined an entire multimillion dollar franchise. With an ensemble cast, a great special effects team, and a critically acclaimed French director, what could go wrong?
Episode 8: Interview with SithFireCreations (Dayton Allen)
March 13, 2016 03:54 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn this episode, we interviewed Dayton Allen, the man behind SithFireCreations. Dayton creates custom figures, dioramas, and props in his spare time from his Florida home. His work can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/Sith_fire30-Creations-121610277862687
Episode 7: AVPGalaxy Interview with Cpl. Hicks (Aaron Percival)
March 13, 2016 03:52 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBIn this episode, Jaime interviews Aaron Percival of AVP Galaxy.
Episode 6: The Android Episode
March 13, 2016 03:48 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MBIn our 6th episode, we discuss the Androids of Ridley Scott's Alien and Blade Runner.
Episode 5: Alien 5 News Roundup
March 13, 2016 03:46 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss some of the latest news regarding Neill Blomkamp's Alien project, reported to be starring Sigourney Weaver and Michael Biehn.
Episode 4: Great Science Fiction
March 13, 2016 03:43 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBIn our 4th episode, we discuss great science fiction films.
Episode 3: The Alien Aesthetic
March 13, 2016 03:38 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBIn our third episode, we discuss the aesthetics of Alien-- from its world-builders like Ridley Scott, to H.R. Giger, as well as Ron Cobb, Chris Foss, and Syd Mead.
Episode 2: Sequels
March 13, 2016 03:28 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBIn our second episode, we discuss sequels, both in the Aliens saga, as well as outside of it.
Episode 1: The Beginning
March 10, 2016 19:48 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBThis is our inaugural episode featuring your host JM Prater and Peter Haight. This is your new podcast home for all things ALIEN. Our first episode introduces the dynamic duo, and how they first fell in love with the Alien franchise, and of course, the exciting announcement of an Alien5, Neil Blomkamp's newly confirmed foray into the saga. There is so much more to come!