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The Tightbeam: An Expanse Podcast

74 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings

Join hosts Shannon, Andrea and Fred as they break down the bestselling The Expanse books, the critically-acclaimed series, and more. Suit up and strap in as we go deeper into the big empty! Not affiliated with Amazon. Part of the RandomChatter Network.

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Episodes

The Tightbeam #23: The Hot Goss on The Expanse RPG

April 08, 2019 14:09 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

Andrea, Shannon, and Fred dip into casting news, the release of Tiamat's Wrath (no spoilers!), and PHLCC, before diving right into an in depth discussion of the Kickstarter backer's release of the RPG, and what to expect if the hosts play a campaign.

The Tightbeam #22: Back in Orbit

February 23, 2019 15:47 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

We're back! Andrea and Shannon are joined by Fred as they recap the last few months of Expanse-related news both big and small, including the worldwide launch on Prime Video, Season 4 casting, the RPG game, and what to expect from the Tightbeam until The Expanse returns!

The Tightbeam #21: Two Errinwrongs Don’t Make an Errinwright

October 06, 2018 04:11 - 1 hour - 73.2 MB

Shawn Doyle joins Andrea and Shannon to discuss his role on The Expanse, his motorcycle, handstands and musicals, and even turns the interview on our hosts!

The Tightbeam #20: Protey Rights Activists

September 19, 2018 19:56 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

Shannon and Andrea are joined by serial Expanse die-er Elias Toufexis for a fun interview about gaming, motion capture, Protey Rights, and dying. A lot.

The Tightbeam #19: Best Dad in the Universe

August 31, 2018 00:48 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

In this episode of The Tightbeam, Jules-Pierre Mao himself, Mr. Francois Chau joins Andrea, Lou, and Shannon for a fun interview, discussing how he got into acting, how it feels to almost always play a villain (or someone's dad), and more!

The Tightbeam #18: Bob Munroe, Dolphin Bosses, and Expanse RPG/DragonCon News

August 17, 2018 18:17 - 1 hour - 73.2 MB

Bob Munroe, Senior VFX Supervisor for Seasons 1-3, joins Andrea, Lou, and Shannon in an in-depth interview about The Expanse, VFX, the film industry, and what it's like to have dolphins oversee his research.

Tightbeam #17: Bring Back Mao’s Bodyguard

August 10, 2018 01:52 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

In our first hiatus episode, we take a look ahead at Season 4, what's next for The Tightbeam, and have an incredibly fun, wacky, and insightful interview with Tyler Blake Smith AKA Mao's Bodyguard (RIP).

Tightbeam #16: Abaddon

July 03, 2018 16:24 - 1 hour - 81 MB

Join us as we take a look at the double-header season three finale episodes, "Congregation" and "Abaddon's Gate!"

Tightbeam #15: Between a Rock and a Hard Place

June 26, 2018 02:51 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

In "Fallen World," the last episode before the season three finale, we get a look at the aftermath of the speed limit change, including Drummer making her toughest decision yet as captain.

Tightbeam #14: Like a Freaking Pharaoh

June 18, 2018 20:46 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

The theme of acting in the face of fear continues in this week's episode, as we look at guilt over a suicide, Holden's questions about free will, Drummer's ownership of her role as captain, and more.

Tightbeam #13: A New Speed Limit

June 11, 2018 21:17 - 1 hour - 67 MB

The Roci may have a speed limit now, but the show itself is speeding up! The pace really gets going this week as we get more information about the Roci's surroundings, about the Mao family, about Naomi's loyalties, and about Holden's focus.

Tightbeam #12: Synchronicity

June 02, 2018 21:49 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

Life-changing events are often created by the right person being in the right place at the right time, and in this episode of the Expanse, we see various ways in which this plays out. Join us as we discuss Holden's state of mind, the Behemoth crew's decisions, and much more in this episode of The Tightbeam!

Tightbeam #11: A Leave of Absence

May 28, 2018 17:12 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

Rob (a.k.a. Forlath Grey, @Forlath), from the webcomic "The Reach," joins us this week to discuss the Roci's additonal crew, Naomi's leave of absence, and a certain mess caused by someone who should have slowed down sooner.

Tightbeam #10: A Knight’s Offering

May 20, 2018 23:03 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

Avasarala's comment about Holden wanting as a boy to grow up to be a knight comes to fruition. We break down a lot of great moments this week, so be sure not to miss this episode of The Tightbeam!

Tightbeam #9: Good Coffee Can Save the World

May 14, 2018 18:59 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

The Roci crew reaches their destination while things get heated on the UNN Agatha King. Join us as we look at the latest episode of season three, "Triple Point."

Tightbeam #8: The Skin of My Enemy

May 07, 2018 00:15 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

Nearly every character gets a sobering lesson in who their enemy really is in this week's episode as season three kicks into high gear.

Tightbeam #7: Assured Destruction

April 30, 2018 18:57 - 188 Bytes

Join the Tightbeam crew as we look at the latest episode, "Assured Destruction."

Tightbeam #6: Tools of War

April 23, 2018 21:48 - 188 Bytes

In this season's second episode, we see the tools of war manifest in many ways, whether by politics, through weaponry and tactics, or by literal tools (oops!). Join us as we discuss "IFF" on The Tightbeam!

Tightbeam #5: More Fight or Flight

April 17, 2018 16:51 - 28.6 MB

Shannon's back as we discuss more of the season three premiere, "Fight or Flight."

Tightbeam #4: You Should Try Tea

April 13, 2018 14:58 - 36.6 MB

Season three is here! We take a look at the season premiere, "Fight or Flight."

Tightbeam #3: The Coming of Tiamat

April 09, 2018 17:06 - 44.8 MB

This week we discuss the announcement of the eighth novel, Tiamat's Wrath, while we count the days until season three!

The Tightbeam #2: Overview of Season Two

April 04, 2018 21:15 - 54.3 MB

Andrea, Erik, Lou, and Shannon look back at season two of The Expanse.

The Tightbeam #1: Season One Overview

March 28, 2018 12:00 - 45.5 MB

Welcome to The Tightbeam, covering the critically-acclaimed television and novel series, The Expanse! In our first episode, we prepare ourselves for the upcoming season three premiere by looking back at our favorite moments from season one.

The Tightbeam #0: Introduction

March 12, 2018 12:00 - 20.3 MB

Welcome to the newest RandomChatter Network podcast, The Tightbeam! This podcast covers The Expanse, both the television series on the Syfy and Space networks, and the series of novels by James S. A. Corey. In this first episode, we introduce the hosts and discuss what to expect from future episodes of The Tightbeam. Don't miss the premiere of The Expanse's third season, coming April 11th!

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