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Lazy Doctor Who 196: Colony in Space 1
March 30, 2020 02:23 - 22 minutes - 16.6 MBSteven and Erika move along to a story Erika knows pretty much nothing about. It’s a “and now for something completely different” episode of Doctor Who. The TARDIS works (if a little strangely)! It’s not on Earth! Time Lords?!?!! Host Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
Defocused 278: The Homer Simpson Car of Movies
March 30, 2020 00:15 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBThe dialogue is terrible and the cuts are small. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
TeeVee 636: Westworld S3E3 Reaction "The Absence of Field"
March 29, 2020 21:58 - 23 minutes - 11.3 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don have just finished watching the latest episode of Westworld, and now they race against the clock (app on Kelly’s iPhone) to get their initial reactions out to share with all of you. Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton.
Lions, Towers & Shields 4: What to Watch Now
March 29, 2020 21:23 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBClassic films, by definition, are comfort food, or at least, they’re escapist entertainment. Our panel picks films they love, and want to watch right now, as we confront a lot of time indoors during the coronavirus pandemic. Host Shelly Brisbin with Philip Michaels, Jean MacDonald, Erika Ensign and Nathan Alderman.
The Incomparable 508: But Who Would That Woman Be?
March 29, 2020 18:07 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBBy the end of this episode we will sell several copies of “The Three E.P.s” by The Beta Band. It’s time to put on that horrible Cosby sweater and rearrange your record collection autobiographically. On the 20th anniversary of its release, we’re here to discuss one of our All-Time Top 5 movies featuring Lisa Bonet coming alive like Frampton, “High Fidelity.” Based on Nick Hornby’s novel, this film stars John Cusack as a bad boyfriend with a glimmer of hope at finding a clue, features a career-...
TeeVee 635: Supergirl S5E16 Review: "Alex in Wonderland"
March 29, 2020 16:18 - 29 minutes - 22.9 MBWe Discuss: The good guys having no idea who the bad guys are; VR being dangerous; Insane bug management, which is getting worse? Alex failing to cope, and forgetting the last episode; Alex strange unhealthy fantasy choices; William not doing his job? VR Complexities; Kelly’s priorities; This season’s wonderful complexity. Edited by David Schaub Host Trish Matson with David Schaub.
TeeVee 634: Westworld S3E2 Analysis: "The Winter Line"
March 29, 2020 01:48 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don are back! This time they step into analysis with guest Nathan Alderman and discuss the latest episode, The Winter Line. Some light interrogation and a bit of theorizing. Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton and Nathan Alderman.
Monty and Rhias vs. Movies 2: Warriors of the Apocalypse
March 27, 2020 23:57 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBMonty Ashley and Rhias Hall take on the Warriors of the Apocalypse, which is also called Searchers of the Voodoo Mountain, or maybe Time Raiders. It’s some leather-clad dudes in the Philippines wandering around a rock quarry and a jungle, which is full of some unfortunate “savage warrior” stereotypes, and also an amazon temple with a throne that’s equipped with laser cannons. Host Monty Ashley and Rhias Hall.
Friends in Your Ears 48: Elaine Best and Lynn MacDonald
March 27, 2020 15:48 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBAnxiety, depression and mental health, with a bit of superheroic crime-fighting peppered in. It’s not depressing, I swear! All of this and more gets discussed with a light but considered heart by Elaine, Lynn, and Kathy. Host Kathy Campbell with Elaine Best and Lynn MacDonald.
Agents of SMOOCH 04: Back to Hot Dad
March 27, 2020 09:17 - 1 hour - 39 MBJoin our Special Agents on their first double feature. We examine the first two installments of the Netflix trilogy: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, the teen rom-com centred on Lara Jean Covey. Inevitably we discuss which romance team we are on and the trials and tribulations of a high school romance. It’s a roller coaster of emotions where we propose multiple spin-offs and toss about wild speculations. But there is one thing we all agree on: we’re all paging Doctor Covey. Host Annette Wi...
Vulcan Hello 13: Picard S1E10: "Et in Arcadia Ego, Part 2"
March 27, 2020 02:58 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBThe first season of “Star Trek: Picard” is in the books! Did the show stick the landing? Did the plot resolve properly, and how about the thematic and emotional character arcs? How about that six-minute long tearjerker of a scene in that quantum simulation? And what’s Narek up to now? Scott and Jason break it all down. Join us back here next week for a panel discussion wrapping up the season as a whole. Host Scott McNulty and Jason Snell.
TV Talk Machine 247b: Pandemic Bonus: Tim TV
March 26, 2020 18:36 - 15 minutes - 11.1 MBWe’re in lockdown. Tim’s not even at home right now. We hope to be back sometime. In the interim, here’s our member special from 2017 in which Tim programmed his own streaming service. Host Tim Goodman and Jason Snell.
Biff! 38: Comfort Food
March 25, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBWith Legends of Tomorrow on a coronavirus-prompted break, we take this week to dive into some explorations of the worst superhero movies that we’ve consumed, how Marvel might finally address the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom, and what our comfort food watches are. But not without our usual digressions in to Star Trek and Star Wars. Plus, a few letters have reached us in our self-imposed isolation. Host Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy English.
TeeVee 633: The Punisher War Journal: S2E2-3
March 25, 2020 18:11 - 1 hour - 36.5 MBNow The Punisher is back in full force, with a growing body count as evidence. Both the threat and his new female running mate remain a mystery, but secrets can only persist for so long. Much like firefights… or nightmares. Host Philip Mozolak and Jason Johnson with Sean Schbley, Devin Higgins and Eric Scott.
Lazy Doctor Who 195: The Claws of Axos 4
March 25, 2020 02:02 - 18 minutes - 14 MBErika and Steven finally get back to watching this Doctor Who serial from 1971. Sadly (for Erika, at least), they also have to listen to it. Host Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
Total Party Kill 233: Let's Bury the Burgermeister
March 24, 2020 21:28 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBThe Dog and Pony Show returns! With the same dog… but a new pony. And new players! And a new DM! Please enjoy this trip to a tavern in Little Borovia, and watch Tony die a little bit inside in the service of Dungeons and Dragons. Host Tony Sindelar with Dan Moren, Jane Ritt, Erika Ensign, Mikah Sargent and Aleen Simms.
Voyager Revisited 12: Janeway vs. the Three-Armed Jellyfish
March 23, 2020 18:21 - 34 minutes - 27.5 MBWhy spend all our time watching a virus on the news when we could watch a virus on Voyager? A virus that mutates and grows to be huge. Bonus: our Captain really kicks virus ass. If only we had antigen bombs in the 21st century. Joe Rosensteel is here to wade through the gooey moments of this Alien-style scary story. Is this an escapist romp suitable for self-quarantine viewing, or a bit too close to home? It depends on how much you’ll enjoy a bad ass Janeway in a tank top blasting these viru...
Robot or Not? 179: Grocery Store
March 23, 2020 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBBut what if they also sell shampoo there? Host John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
TeeVee 632: Westworld S3E2 Reaction "The Winter Line"
March 23, 2020 01:11 - 22 minutes - 10.7 MBOnce again your “hosts” Don and Kelly are back to talk about the latest episode of Westworld. We have theories, robots, theoretical robots, and at least one wild theory. Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton.
TeeVee 631: Westworld Season 2 Recap
March 23, 2020 00:44 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don dig into Season Two and all the twists and turns as they look forward to the Season Three premiere. (NOTE: Much like the interesting timelines on the show, the S1/S2 recaps take place before the S3 premiere, but got released after. Delos orders.) Host Jason Snell.
TeeVee 630: Westworld Season 1 Recap
March 23, 2020 00:39 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don take a look back at Season 1 (with an occasional mention of Season 2) as they prepare for Season 3 to kick off. (NOTE: Much like the interesting timelines on the show, the S1/S2 recaps take place before the S3 premiere, but got released after. Delos orders.) Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton.
Phil and Lisa Ruin the Movies 42: Phil and Lisa Ruin the Western Canon
March 22, 2020 18:34 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBLisa confuses her world wars, Phil strips people of their Oscar nominations and William Shatner stops by to share his favorite 19th century works of literature. Plus, we battle pandemics with a song in our heart and fluffy musicals on our TV. Movies Ruined: “The King’s Man”; “1917”; “Little Women” (2019); “Footlight Parade”; “Finian’s Rainbow”. Host Lisa Schmeiser and Philip Michaels.
The Incomparable 507b: Pandemic Bonus: "Raiders of the Lost Ark" commentary track
March 22, 2020 18:15 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn the interest of keeping you entertained if you’re locked indoors, here’s a full-length commentary track for one of our favorite movies, “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” recorded in 2017. Play this commentary, press play on the movie when we tell you to, and it’ll be like you’re watching the movie with a bunch of friends! Note: You have to play it at 1x speed and with all silence-shortening features turned off on your podcast player or it won’t stay synced. (If you’re in the UK or elsewhere th...
TeeVee 629: Supergirl S5E15 Review: "Reality Bytes
March 22, 2020 02:38 - 37 minutes - 28.7 MBWe Discuss: How shockingly dangerous Obsidian Platinum is (thanks Leviathan); Alex fighting her magic martian weapon; J’onn & Alex PIs on the case; The nice parallel real and VR investigation; Kelly being shocked by Obsidian Platinum sucking; Kara’s failing to understand the trans community; The cops being presented TOO positively; Brainy being conflicted, but helpful; Nia & Yvette carrying the episode, and doing it well. Oh, and news about Kara and Alex’s Dad! Edited by David Schaub Hos...
TeeVee 628: Westworld S3E1 Analysis: "Parce Domine"
March 21, 2020 18:57 - 54 minutes - 25 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don step into analysis for the Season Three premiere of Westworld. Topics: juggling brain balls, our Friendly Neighborhood Terminatrix, and how exactly Delos and Incite are related. Come for the recapping, stay for the confidently wrong theories! Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton.
The Incomparable 507: No More Death Stars
March 21, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBThe Skywalker Saga is over—so what’s next for “Star Wars”? This week we’re suggesting potential directions for the franchise to go, on both the big and small screens. What kinds of movies should come next? Is Disney+ a development platform or the next big thing? Our team of franchise fans has no fiduciary responsibility and plenty of ideas! Host Jason Snell with John Siracusa, Dan Moren, Kelly Guimont and Monty Ashley.
Defocused 277: Jumbo Words for Jumbo Dogs
March 20, 2020 17:20 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBMy family is not a boiling family. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Vulcan Hello 12: Picard S1E9: "Et in Arcadia Ego, Part 1"
March 20, 2020 03:08 - 45 minutes - 21.3 MBThe two-part finale is here! Jason and Scott find it hard to judge part one of a two-part episode, but they’ll run down what they can. Scott can’t decide what his favorite scene is! Jason has studied his paintings and his latin and can’t figure out what will happen next! Seven and Elnor are… present? And the great Guest Actor Prophesy is fulfilled! Join us as we get ready for next week’s big conclusion. Host Scott McNulty and Jason Snell.
Somehow I Manage 79: Hot or Not (S5E13)
March 19, 2020 15:21 - 24 minutes - 11.7 MBTiff and Stephen join team “Not” and the two defend their stance before discussing “Prince Family Paper”. This episode of “The Office” aired on January 22, 2009. Host Tiffany Arment and Stephen Hackett.
A Legitimate Salvage 25: "A Shot in the Dark"
March 19, 2020 01:27 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBHow would you rather die on Ilus: green microbes to the eyeballs or green murder slugs falling from the sky? (Sorry, we only have options in green.) Jen, Kayti, and Warren also discuss the elegance of Chrisjen’s loungewear, Murtry’s wolf-in-sheep’s-clothing act, and whether or not we can relate to Okoye’s The Investigator Envy (also green). Oh, and Amos might just be Jen’s favorite TV character OF ALL TIME. Host Kayti Burt, Warren Frey and Jen Burt.
Biff! 37: Legends of Tomorrow S5E7: "Romeo v Juliet: Dawn of Justness"
March 18, 2020 21:10 - 58 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week, it’s off to the theater, as our band of merry thespians recaps the latest episode of Legends of Tomorrow. We discuss fantastic writing, every character getting their moment, and bid a tearful adieu to two characters, including an original cast member. Then, in our Superhero Sweep segment, we talk the postponement of the Black Widow movie and other impacts of the coronavirus. Finally, a sartorial Letters Page. Lian Yu will live forever in our hearts, so why not get a commemorative ...
TeeVee 627: Supergirl S5E14 Review: "The Bodyguard"
March 18, 2020 15:46 - 33 minutes - 25.4 MBWe Discuss: Alex coping with not having a gun, or powers, or an army; Lex being helpful, and failing to kill anyone; Lex and Brainy’s plan being surprising, and overly complicated; Lena making progress, and not understanding why her mind altering is considered mind control; Lena testing unethically, and failing; Lex and Gemma continuing to spar; The baddie attempting to try to stop Obsidian Platinum’s launch; and when getting into a relationship, how many dates before you tell them you have...
Total Party Kill 232: Seize Him!
March 17, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode, our adventure comes to its end. A while ago, the Adventurers’ Pyramid installed Calcryx the white dragon as the ruler of the Sunless Citadel, with Meepo as its right-hand kobold. Unintended consequences can be tough. Will the adventurers escape with their lives and their treasure? If they can, they’re definitely going to make the front page of the next issue of Oakhurst & Beyond! Host Tony Sindelar with Myke Hurley, Adina Hurley, James Thomson, Lizbeth Myles, Tiffa...
TeeVee 626: The Punisher War Journal: S2E1 "Roadhouse Blues"
March 16, 2020 05:41 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBCocked and locked, the boys are back to talk about a show that aired a year ago. What does it matter if we’re late? The point is we are back to dump clips of recap into your ear holes. Where is Frank now after the events in New York? Turns out Ohio has some issues too. Host Philip Mozolak and Devin Higgins with Sean Schbley, Eric Scott and Jason Johnson.
The Incomparable 506b: Pandemic Bonus: "Star Wars" commentary track
March 16, 2020 03:50 - 2 hours - 88.3 MBIn the interest of keeping you entertained if you’re locked indoors, here’s a full-length commentary track for one of our favorite movies, the original “Star Wars,” recorded in 2018. Play this commentary, press play on the movie when we tell you to, and it’ll be like you’re watching the movie with a bunch of friends! Note: You have to play it at 1x speed and with all silence-shortening features turned off on your podcast player or it won’t stay synced. This version has been edited to match...
TeeVee 625: Westworld S3E1 Reaction: "Parce Domine"
March 16, 2020 03:16 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBYour “hosts” Kelly and Don have returned, timer in hand, with their reactions to the return of Westworld! Like a brain ball in a brand new body, you get a bit of plot, a bit of theory, and a lot of joy at finally being back. Host Kelly Guimont with Don Melton.
Lions, Towers & Shields 3: More Permy Over Time
March 15, 2020 23:39 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBLily has had a rough life. Her father has basically been pimping her out, and she's had it! She and her friend Chico, who happens to be a black woman, take off for New York so Lily soon begins climbing the corporate ladder, using each corporate executive s weakness to obtain what she wants. Because that's how Nietzsche would want her to do it. "Baby Face" is a quintessential pre-code movie. And it had a lot to do with the code being enforced a few months aster its release. Host Shelly Brisbi...
The Incomparable 506: Hold My Infinite Beers
March 15, 2020 19:09 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBThis week we review the just-completed season of “Doctor Who.” It’s the second year for showrunner Chris Chibnall and star Jodie Whittaker, and this one felt like a real return to form after a tentative set of episodes in 2018. What do we make of the show’s canon-altering revelations? Which episodes were good and which ones were stinkers? How do you make the Cybermen interesting? How’s the fam holding up? Curl up in a haunted house—or just go sit on a lounge chair for three hours—and listen t...
A Legitimate Salvage 19: "New Terra"
December 23, 2019 03:21 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MBWe’re starting our walk through Season 4! Which Expanse characters sound like they ought to be an R&B duo, and does that mean it’s time for a BUFFY-like musical episode? We talk about what a difference it makes to spend so much time on not one, not two, but three planets in a single episode, and so little on spaceships. Also on the docket: the dangerous animal magnetism of Burn Gorman, Steven Strait’s plus-10 modifiers to smiling, a couch-surfing former gunnery sergeant, and a couple of bold ...
TV Talk Machine 244: You Did an Inception on Me
December 22, 2019 20:54 - 1 hour - 30.6 MBOne last time before the end of the year, we’re back! Jason uses computer technology to construct a best-of-the-decade list for Tim. We’re probably forgetting something. We also discuss “Watchmen” a little bit, so if you want to not be spoiled at all about it, you can skip ahead to minute 20 and you’ll miss the whole thing. Host Tim Goodman and Jason Snell.
The Incomparable 492: The Sith You've Dated
December 22, 2019 19:11 - 2 hours - 110 MBThe Dead Speak, and so do we! It’s our first panel reviewing “The Rise of Skywalker.” Can this film bear the gravitational pull of the eight previous Skywalker Saga films? Does it provide a proper ending? We discuss Rey’s parentage, Finn’s increasing abilities, Poe’s lessons in leadership, whether Kylo Ren can possibly be redeemed, Zen and the Art of X-Wing Maintenance, how the film balances honoring Carrie Fisher with serving Leia’s character arc, and much more. Host Jason Snell with ...
Voyager Revisited 11: Captain Harry Kim On The Bridge
December 22, 2019 01:35 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBIn the latest of our character-focused episodes, Frank Wu joins Jean to talk about Harry Kim. Frank is a four-time Hugo Award winning artist, who recently designed the bookcover for the Klingon translation of The Art of War. He is a super enthusiastic fan of all things Star Trek. We touch on some of the issues related to Asian representation in Kim’s character. Kim is possibly the least upwardly-mobile Starfleet officer ever, having spent at least 7 years as an ensign. For this episode, we w...
Friends in Your Ears 41: Heather Welch & Ted Cragg
December 20, 2019 15:56 - 25 minutes - 29 MBKathy, Heather, and Ted discuss podcasts large and small, and they get into the holiday spirit with the bonus FIYE question, served with a dollop of extra cheese. Theme Music by Christopher and Adelaide Breen Edited by Dear Podcast Incomparable Memberships!: Sign up, help support this show, and get some fun bonus material. Host Kathy Campbell with Heather Welch and Ted Cragg.
TeeVee 602: The Mandalorian S1E7 Review: "Chapter 7: The Reckoning"
December 19, 2019 21:19 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBWe regroup on this week’s episode of A Complicated Profession, as host Dan Moren recruits trustworthy allies Guy English and John Moltz to discuss lazy biker scouts, Chekhov’s bassinet, and Baby Yoda’s moral code. Host Dan Moren with Guy English and John Moltz.
Biff! 27: Giant-Size Superhero Sweep #2
December 18, 2019 21:50 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBAs we prepare for our winter hiatus, the Super Squad is back with another Giant-Size Superhero Sweep episode. We kick off by discussing the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer, then discuss the divergence of DC and Marvel’s approaches to telling stories in their cinematic universes. Then, it’s a brief foray into the upcoming Stargirl show, and the end of the the Marvel Television universe. Finally, a thought-provoking letter about real-life superheroes. The holidays are upon us—consider buying a t-shi...
Sophomore Lit 96: The Way of All Flesh
December 18, 2019 21:17 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBIt’s a big long book about Victorian religion and railroad investments! Daniel Reifferscheid discusses Samuel Butler’s The Way of All Flesh (1903). Host John McCoy with Daniel Reifferscheid.
Game Show 122: That Seems Naughty
December 18, 2019 02:05 - 46 minutes - 21.6 MBA new Parsely adventure? It’s a Christmas miracle! We take a tour of the North Pole and try to save Christmas by entering basic commands into a human parser. What secrets lie in the Candy Cane Forest? Who lives atop Yeti Mountain? What is Mary Claus’s marital status? Tis the season! Host Tony Sindelar with Jason Snell, Aleen Simms, Chip Sudderth, Monty Ashley, Annette Wierstra and Brian Hamilton.
Total Party Kill 219: Murder Sesame Street
December 17, 2019 17:00 - 56 minutes - 39.4 MBWith all the rats finally dispatched, it’s time to switch all our attention to Goblins! Will the Adventurers’ Pyramid be charming enough to talk their way past another collection of Goblin guards and invite them out to drinks after work on a Thursday? Or will it be death for Meepo the Kobold? Host Tony Sindelar with Tiffany Arment, Jason Snell, Lizbeth Myles, James Thomson, Adina Hurley and Myke Hurley.
Pants in the Boot 14: We've Lost Our Faculties
December 16, 2019 22:13 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBPrimary school, grammar school, magnet school, comprehensive, college, university, faculty, and more. Our global English-speaking brains are abuzz as we try to comprehend exactly how each part of the world describes (and charges for) the institutions that educate children and young adults. Host Glenn Fleishman with Alice Fraser, Chris Phin, James Thomson and Kathy Campbell.
Defocused 267: We Can't Polish the Cheerio
December 16, 2019 17:52 - 1 hour - 46 MBIf it’s in a yard and huge, I’ll eat it. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm with Seth Worley.