Best David C. Roberson Podcasts (2025)

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Star Trek 2x24 - "The Ultimate Computer" Review 43:54

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and I encounter the most advanced multitronic unit of the 23rd century: Richard Daystrom’s prototype M-5 computer. Otherwise known as Dick “Defense-Ain’t-Murder” Daystrom’s Destruction Device. We’ll get into this catalyst for Kirk’s existentialist nightmare, maman, and maybe even explain how this could h…

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S17 Ep19: Shakey 29:16

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Bob reveals a series of four affidavits from witnesses, who were never contacted by the original investigators. All four have direct knowledge about the crimes and who committed them. None of the four are connected to Chris Bynum and none of the four are connected to each other. Reminder, we will be off for the Thanksgiving holiday this week. We wi…

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S17 Ep18: Follow-Up S17: E18 55:05

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk about the DNA found on Sheila Bartee and Elizabeth Daily-Ayers and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free version…

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Superman: Doomsday Review 1:14:50

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Jason and I review the first DC Universe Animated Movie, 2007's Superman: Doomsday! Throw us a weird, emotionally-stunted Supes with the mumps, an overly-dramatic Lois, Lex as a sexual predator and a subscription to the National Voyeur, cause we're getting into all the things that didn't work about this forced PG-13 debacle (and the few things that…

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Star Trek 2x23 - "Patterns of Force" Review 44:51

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and I find ourselves in another earth-history contaminated culture as a matter of course. With Space Nazis, Space Jews and Patterns of Force. We’ll get into John Gill and his misguided attempts at introducing Nazism with benign leadership in our review of Star Trek 2x23, "Patterns of Force". 🎙 Episode Re…

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S17 Ep18: Blood is Thicker than Water 31:10

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This episode is all about the forensic evidence that was concealed from the jury and ignored by the prosecution in Chris Bynum's case. Post-conviction investigators uncovered evidence and connections that have opened doors to new leads. Why also learn why some of this evidence may have been ignored by the original investigators. The majority of the…

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S17 Ep17: Follow-Up S17: E17 41:41

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss and Graddick's closing argument and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour o…

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Star Trek 2x22 - "Return to Tomorrow" Review 1:24:37

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and I learn that sometimes it’s best to let Sargons be bygones - especially when you meet douche bags with big ball energy who like to call ya “son”! Hide your Muldaurs and hide your Spocks, maman! They're snatchin' everybody out here! As we continue our rewatch/first-watch of The Original Series, we fin…

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Grodd, Gunn and Greys | DCU News Update 2:07:54

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From Jimmy Olsen’s true-crime docuseries DC Crime to James Gunn’s Clayface tease, this week’s DC on SCREEN dives deep into the weirdest corners of the DC Universe — and maybe the cosmos. We’re breaking down the latest Supergirl updates, the supposed Lanterns release shuffle, and what the rumored Paramount-Warner merger could mean for James Gunn and…

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S17 Ep17: The Defense 39:57

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This week we wrap up Chris' trial. We hear a breakdown of the Defense's witnesses, and Graddick's closing argument. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions o…

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S17 Ep16: Follow-Up S17: E16 55:29

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss the prosecutor's closing arguments against Chris and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all ep…

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Star Trek 2x21 - "By Any Other Name" Review 47:39

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and Dave learn what a sensual thing an apology can be – and that if you drink too much ya might turn green, maman! Or your drink might, anyway. As we continue our rewatch/first-watch of The Original Series, we find ourselves face-to-face with the Kelvans, desperate to make it back home to their Andromeda…

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S17 Ep16: The Best Story Wins 24:49

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The State presented very little evidence against Chris Bynum during the case in chief part of the trial. Ultimately his fate was sealed by the Prosecutor's closing argument, where she weaved together a narrative to convince the jury of his guilt. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. T…

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S17 Ep15: Follow-Up S17: E15 48:05

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Bob and Zaq talk about the states witness' testimonies and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Pat…

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Star Trek 2x20 - "A Piece of the Action" Review 46:29

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and Dave beam down to Sigma Iotia II — the planet that found a book about Chicago mobsters and decided to run with it! From fedoras to tommy guns, the Iotians built an entire society modeled after 1920s gangland culture, maman. Now the warring “bosses” want the Federation to supply them with heaters for …

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Supergirl's Grit! Supernatural Batman!? Gunn Talks DCU Future! | News 2:29:46

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I've been sick, so it's been a minute -- meanwhile James Gunn is out here talking up Salvation, hinting at a supernatural Batman, and letting Supergirl be as edgy as Tom King and Ana Nogueira want her to be. Of course we're trying (and failing) to process it all like responsible adults. We break down why Andy Muschietti should shut tf up about The …

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S17 Ep15: Solvable 31:19

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Bob breaks down the glaring gaps in the State's case in chief from trial, and shares the remaining testimonies that we haven't heard yet. We also hear Michelle Fliris' full police interview, and discuss how it could have led to a quick resolution to the original investigation. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, t…

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S17 Ep14: Follow-Up S17: E14 43:18

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Bob and Zaq discuss Louis Donald's testimony and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclu…

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You need to check out BURIED! 2:21

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Inside the John Wayne Gacy Investigation is a true-crime podcast featuring never-before-heard recordings of John Wayne Gacy and new admissions from the detectives who investigated him. Hosted by criminal defense attorney Bob Motta, whose father defended Gacy at trial, the series re-examines the investigation that brought a serial killer to justice.…

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S17 Ep14: Detective Donald 32:21

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After hearing Chris' version of the events that led up to him signing a confession, this week we hear Detective Louis Donald's side of the story through his trial testimony. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access …

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Starfleet Academy NYCC Trailer, Strange New Worlds Season 4 Clip, + United Updates 47:32

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We’re talking Starfleet Academy casting (Tilly's back, sorta) and premiere news, Strange New Worlds season 4’s “go for broke” energy, and the Star Trek: United series that might still be. Interesting news bits abound in the world of Trek, maman! Starfleet Academy Tilly is Reportedly Only in One Episode! Details on Caleb Mir and S.A.M. How They Chan…

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Star Trek 2x19 - "The Immunity Syndrome" Review 1:05:53

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On this episode of Star Trek Universe, Effie and I find ourselves dark place drained of energy, maman – I’m not talking about seasonal depression – We’re spending some time inside of a giant amoeba as we review Star Trek 2x19, "The Immunity Syndrome"! Episode Reviewed: Star Trek 2x19 - "The Immunity Syndrome" Hosts: David C. Roberson Effie Ophelder…

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Peacemaker 2x08 - "Full Nelson" Review 1:29:42

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Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 8 Review – “Full Nelson” In this review of Peacemaker 2x08, we break down the easter eggs, swoon over the wholesome magic of the boat flashback, discuss how all of the 11th Street Kids end up in this finale, and share theories and news about what could happen in the near future of the DCU (as well as what could have been…

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S17 Ep13: Follow-Up S17: E13 47:45

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Chris' statements and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Excl…

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Star Trek 2x18 - "Obsession" Review 1:07:21

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It takes a bloodthirsty captain to kill a bloodthirsty cloud, maman! We're talking all about Jim Kirk's obsession with a vampire cloud creature who killed half his crew 11 years ago! More Moby Dick, maman! Another cloud creature! Another vampire, too. This one is a triple-threat retread, maman! Episode Reviewed: Star Trek 2x18 - "Obsession" Hosts: …

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S17 Ep13: They Did 31:56

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This episode fills in the gaps between Chris' first statement, Shakey's statement and Chris' second statement. We hear about Shenita's police interview, the trip to look for the gun, Tyrelle's arrest, and more. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At …

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Peacemaker 2x07 - "Like a Keith in the Night" Review 1:20:50

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Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 7 Review – “Like a Keith in the Night” In this review of Peacemaker 2x07, we break down the shocking twists, praise the standout performances, and share theories on how the season finale could play out. We also discuss moments we wish had made it into the episode (even if they would’ve ruined the drama!). Hosts: David C.…

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S17 Ep12: Follow-Up S17: E12 34:09

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Bob and Zaq discuss Chris' first statement and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusi…

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Star Trek 2x17 - "The Gamesters of Triskelion" Review 50:35

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Effie and Dave fight to be vended as thralls while wearing tin foil bikinis and getting eye-effed by Galt! Lord have mercy upon us, maman! It'll be no time before we're served the old Jim Kirk peck-n-punch! Or worse, his cock-n-sock! Episode Reviewed: Star Trek 2x17 - "The Gamesters of Triskelion" Hosts: David C. Roberson Effie Ophelders Note: This…

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S17 Ep12: The Reason Why 38:46

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In this episode we pick up where we left off last week. After Chris Bynum signed his first statement, he was booked into the jail. The next day "Shakey" gave a statement of his own. What happened next, led the Chris being sent to prison for the rest of his life for a crime he didn't commit. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly fro…

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Peacemaker 2x06 - "Ignorance is Chris" Review 1:30:10

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How did this episode find us, you wonder? How did we like the reveal of the alternate universe's big secret? We got deep in on this one -- from why Adrian's dad wasn't gay in the alternate universe (and why Chris may have been disappearing on his family) to issues with basement keys, bush dives, and dry heaves... And of course we talk about the Bea…

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S17 Ep11: Follow-Up S17: E11 47:29

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet talk over Chris' first statement to police and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hou…

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Star Trek 2x16 - "A Private Little War" Review 57:52

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Kirk brings the crew to a spot he visited before, but he expected paradise -- not a private little war! This is an uneven-but-fun episode to talk about, maman! We got G̶u̶m̶a̶t̶o̶, er, Mugato bites, a witch with a small, deadly box, wigs, Lisa Frank stickers on foreheads and a Vietnam redux, maman! It's a wild one! Episode Reviewed: Star Trek 2x16 …

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News: Strange New Worlds! Year One! Legacy! Scouts! The Paramount/WBD Merger! 1:42:24

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It's our 300th episode, maman! We're getting into all sorts of news! Strange New Worlds Goldsman and Myers' Thoughts on Rewriting History in "Terrarium" Taking From "The Inner Light" for the finale was Intentional Batel's Loss Will Impact Pike Forever Pike Can't Escape His Fate Batel's Eyes Were Not a Reference to Gary Mitchell They are Done with t…

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S17 Ep11: Bynum's First Statement 38:12

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Bob shares the full transcript of Chris Bynum's first police statement, given on February 18th. We also hear about what transpired after he signed that statement, and hear from another suspect placed all blame in the case onto Bynum. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreo…

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Peacemaker 2x05 - "Back to the Suture" Review 52:58

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We're reviewing the latest episode of Peacemaker, 2x05 - "Back to the Suture", and it's another banger though we are on the edge of our seats for the greatly-praised final three episodes of the season!We have some more predictions and have fun discussing our favorite moments as well as insights from the official Peacemaker podcast! Hosts: David C. …

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S17 Ep10: Follow-Up S17: E10 52:46

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Bob's interview with Dr. Nicky Jackson and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an…

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Strange New Worlds 3x10 - "New Life and New Civilizations" Review 1:13:31

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They finally told an original story, maman -- or they started to before they were "inspired" by an episode of The Next Generation and did that instead. Alright, fine. It was the only part that actually worked. Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x10 - "New Life and New Civilizations" Hosts: David C. Roberson Matthew Carroll Note: This …

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S17 Ep10: From the Crime Scenes to Chris Bynum 46:51

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Bob is joined by Dr. Nicky Jackson, the Executive Director of the Center for Justice and Exoneration Network. Dr. Jackson originally brought this case to us and this interview she explains her connection to the case, the work her Center has done on it and explains how Bynum ended up in the interrogation room the day after the murders.…

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Peacemaker 2x04 - "Need I Say Door" Review 52:33

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Peacemaker gets a little bit wild as we get deeper into the antics of Eagly's culturally-appropriating arch-nemesis Red St. Wild! We talk our thoughts on this episode, the internet's thoughts on it, and where we think it might be heading! Ginger Cool is batting a thousand in our hearts as is his nemesis, Langston Fleury! Also, is Red St. Wild's sor…

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S17 Ep9: Follow-Up S17: E9 40:09

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Larry's contrasting statements and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of…

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"Man of Tomorrow" Announced! | News 09-08-25 43:47

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Superman Superman’s Box Office Triumph & DCU Updates The DC Universe is taking shape, and it all starts with Superman. The film has officially crossed $614 million worldwide, with $353M domestic (57.5%) and $260M international (42.5%). James Gunn has called the movie’s success the “biggest relief of his life” because if it hadn’t worked, the future…

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Strange New Worlds 3x09 - " Terrarium" Review 54:59

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Divert power to cliché, snarky one-liners, maman! Even in the face of death, and with no one listening, it's time to get in an old yuk-yuk! But ain't nobody laughing at the end, maman. It goes from tragic story to a tragic couple of missteps in franchise continuity! What are they doing, maman? Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x09 - …

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S17 Ep9: The Star Witness 36:01

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Larry Brooks was 12 years old and in the 5th grade when his mother, aunt and mother's boyfriend were murdered in the living room of his home. He's an often overlooked victim in this case. He was courageous enough to come out of his room after the attack, and call 911. He told the first responding officers what he had seen and heard, but rather than…

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Peacemaker 2x03 - "Another Rick Up My Sleeve" Review 39:58

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What we initially believed to be a short, slow episode with very little to discuss turned out to yield a lot of conversation about a possibly all-white town, undercover martians, alt Eagle theories and a whole lot more! We're discussing Peacemaker 2x03 - "Another Rick Up My Sleeve" Just know that YOU ALMOST GOT TITTIES KILLED! Hosts: David C. Rober…

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S17 Ep8: Follow-Up S17: E8 45:13

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Bob, Zaq, and Janet discuss Henry Hatch's testimony as well as if the two crime scenes are connected and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad…

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Secrets, Sequels, Bats and Beetle | News 1:17:53

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Superman Box Office Update Peacemaker Peacemaker Star Teases Secrets of the Last Three Episodes of Season 2 Batman James Gunn Shoots Down DCU Batman Actor Rumor Alan Ritchson and James Gunn Have Spoken Tyler Hoechlin Wants to Play Batman Rumor that Zoey Kravitz Isn’t in The Batman Part II DCTEA James Gunn Gives DCU Movies Update Max Lord Will Be Ba…

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Strange New Worlds 3x08 - "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans" Review 38:06

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Yes, we watched it, maman. We saw "Four-and-a-Half Vulcans." Our tears are bitter, maman. Our souls are thin as to be wisped away by a wayward zephyr. We weep for our bodies are malnourished; our spirits are distressed. It is a dark age, maman. We require a bonfire of the inanities. Episode Reviewed: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds 3x08 - "Four-and-a…

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S17 Ep8: The Connection 22:53

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Bob breaks down Firearms Examiner Henry Hatch's testimony, as well as another witness to determine if the two crime scenes are connected. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISOD…

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S17 Ep7: Follow-Up S17: E7 51:10

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Bob and Janet discuss Bob's interview with the daughter of Elizabeth Daily-Ayers and answer listener questions. The majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community. To join Patreon, click THIS LINK. At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of al…