Best Mothership Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Total Party Kill 504: Toadl Party Kill 1:00:17

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The party finishes off a battle, goes through a portal, and meets a dog who’s good at charades. Uni and the Hunt for the Last Horn, Part 2 Mikah Sargent with Aleen Simms, Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Jason Snell and Kathy Campbell Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn…

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A Complicated Profession 103: You Know Who Else is Famously a Hologram 1:08:46

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Rebellions are built on two seasons of a prequel series. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to revisit 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story or, as we call, it Andor: The TV Movie. We discuss Krennic’s very bad week, why Cassian’s arc gets a little tricky, and the inevitable Saw Gerrera supercut. Rogue One Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat …

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Incomparable Radio Theater 4.5: The Adventures of Slim Skinner and the Cowhands of the Range, Part 1 23:10

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Live on stage at the Ohio Theatre in Madison, Indiana, it’s the Incomparable Radio Theater Live, with part one of the Adventures of Slim Skinner and the Cowhands of the Range! it’s a change of pace as we go behind the scenes to learn the true story of Slim, his wife Charlie, and the band they made famous, the Cowhands of the Range. Stay tuned, we’l…

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Doctor Who Flashcast 92: "The Reality War" (S2E8) 1:52:08

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Let us explain. No, there is too much. Let us sum up the last episode of this run of “Doctor Who.” Jason Snell, Erika Ensign and Chip SudderthBy Doctor Who Flashcast

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The Incomparable Mothership 768: Eternal Clockwork Bugs 1:12:22

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Guillermo del Toro’s career started small, with the small-scale vampire (sort of) horror (sort of?) movie “Cronos,” in which an old man finds a mechanical object containing a magical bug that gives him eternal life in the bad way. Meanwhile, young Ron Perlman hates his evil uncle but continues to do his bidding! It’s a fun 1992 throwback that is st…

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Biff! 237: The Incredible Hulk (2008) 1:06:22

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In Marvel’s second modern attempt at a Hulk movie our big green guy is back played by a different actor and with a decidedly different aesthetic. Is this HULK a smash hit? Find out as we go back in the archives to cover the unlikely prequel to Captain America: Brave New World. Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy English Referenced Works Incredible Hulk […

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Total Party Kill 503: Time for Toads 54:14

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We kick off a new short adventure with Mikah Sargent in the DM chair! He challenges the party (Eunomia Helldew, Valeria Shatterbone, Bibimbap Sauerbraten, Sheila Sheila Bobeila Banana Fana Fofeila, and Priscilla) to locate a Unicorn. But it can’t be as simple as that, can it? (No. Of course it can’t.) Uni and the Hunt for the Last Horn, Part 1 Mika…

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The Cast of Us 17: S2E7 Review: "Convergence" 2:30:03

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Season 2 of The Last of Us has officially come to a close, and Ben and Brian are joined by John Siracusa to talk about Seattle Day 3, the season overall, and (in a very special extended spoiler slot) how we think Season 3 can turn out. We’ll see you in a few years! The Video Game is the Book Ben Rice McCarthy and Brian Hamilton with John Siracusa…

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Free the Squee 17: That's Emotional. Did You Have Snacks? 49:17

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Welcome to Episode 17, fellow nerds! Stacy broke her ankle, so we’re talking about injuries and how to help…or not! Heather and Stacy have a May The Fourth chat, discuss a list of books that are impossible to describe, and share all the feels of watching Bluey. If you’d like to self-reflect, pick up a new book, parent or be reparented, this is the …

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Doctor Who Flashcast 91: "Wish World" (S2E7) 57:29

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The end is near. Has the moment been prepared for? We make a wish and discuss Wish Babies and how they relate to Space Babies, the importance of vibes, the proper use of The Rani, and the rest of this episode. Onward to the (grand?) finale! Jason Snell, Erika Ensign and Chip SudderthBy Doctor Who Flashcast

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The Incomparable Mothership 767: On a Farm Planet Upstate 1:51:16

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From the skyscrapers of Coruscant to the pyramids of Yavin and with numerous stops in between, season two of “Andor” covers the rise of the rebellion and leads to the doorstep of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” What makes it special among Star Wars series? Did season two improve on the groundbreaking first season? It’s Star Wars, so we break it dow…

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Agents of SMOOCH 134: The Artful Detective 1:29:06

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This episode of Agents of SMOOCH is a spoiler-light mission to convince you to watch the most Canadian of mystery shows: Murdoch Mysteries. This series, set in the 1890s to 1910s, is 18 seasons long and still going. We discuss the series’ ability to be serious and light-hearted, tackle social issues and zombies while staying true to itself. And - o…

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Sorkin' In It 4.24: Special Powers (Sports Night S2E1) 18:36

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Lex and Brian don’t know if women have special powers, but maybe Aaron Sorkin does. Season two of Sports Night kicks off with a killer montage as Casey tries to work up the courage to ask Dana out. Jeremy and Natalie are fighting. Isaac’s back. There’s a lot to unpack - and a lot to love. You’re listening to Sorkin’ In It on the Incomparable podcas…

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Robot or Not? 315: 10th Anniversary Episode 6:00

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Let’s get back to basics. We celebrate our improbable 10th anniversary with a letter from Listener Scott, who has a lot of questions about his son’s book “Science Comics: Robots and Drones.” John Siracusa and Jason Snell Show Notes & Links Science Comics: Robots and Drones: Past, Present and FutureBy Robot or Not?

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Game Show 256: Is Somerville a Real Place? 51:11

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Once again, it’s “Inestimable,” a show that answers the question: how many? how big? and, never, why???? On this episode, host Glenn Fleishman tortures guests Brian Hamilton, Liz Myles, Jason Snell, and Annette Wierstra about how many things fit inside other things, the Top 100 Billboard chart, sewage, movie math madness, and which came first. Scor…

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Robot or Not? 314: Bay Leaf 4:31

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Listener Paul doubts the efficacy of the Bay Leaf. Host John ponders the longevity of Spices. Host Jason admits to keeping spices 15 years past their expiration dates. John Siracusa and Jason SnellBy Robot or Not?

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The Cast of Us 16: S2E6 Review: "The Price" 1:12:53

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Who’s ready for a nice calm break from the chaos of Seattle? Casey Liss joins Ben and Brian for an all-flashback episode where we finally get the context for Joel and Ellie’s falling out that we’ve been missing up until now. Grab your Walkman and a cassette, we recommend listening to this one with your eyes closed in a lunar module. A Taste of Joel…

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Total Party Kill 502: Cultists Are Not Made of Robot 1:20:17

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Time is ticking away, and our heroes don’t have much time to save Candlekeep from certain destruktion by … rocket ship tower? Will they make it? Candlekeep - Kandlekeep Dekonstruktion, Part 3 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Dan Moren, James Thomson, Jason Snell and Nick Scott Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Candlekeep Mysteries…

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Biff! 236: From Superman to Spider-Noir 1:11:41

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We’re back with another Giant Sized Superhero Sweep. On the docket this week is the new trailer for Superman, Peacemaker seaon 2, Ironheart, and Spider-Noir. It’s chock full of superheroes! Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy EnglishBy Biff!

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A Complicated Profession 102: Chek(h)ov's Hospital 1:46:28

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This is it: the end of the road. Andor comes to a close, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to cover the final episodes and discuss how we really feel about ziggurats, whether #KatWasRight, and what exactly Star Trek IV is remembered for. Lucasfilm Andor, Season 2, Episodes 10-12 Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh Sponsors Bun…

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Doctor Who Flashcast 90: "The Interstellar Song Contest" (S2E6) 1:00:12

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This week Eurovision meets Doctor Who as the Doctor and Belinda steal the luxury box of our new favorite couple, Gary and Mike, and stumble into a scheme to avenge a planetary crime with a galaxy-spanning crime. Also: some surprise guest characters appear who are never, ever supposed to appear, but somehow have! And we gird ourselves for the inevit…

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The Incomparable Mothership 766: That's 2K! 1:13:49

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We return once more to 1995, this time for a movie set at the turn of the century! It’s “Strange Days,” a cyberpunk movie with only a little bit of cyber but a lot of punk, along with grease and stink. "Strange Days" Jason Snell with Erika Ensign, Tony Sindelar and Monty Ashley Referenced Works Strange Days Show Notes & Links…

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Sorkin' In It 4.23: What Kind of Day Has It Been? (Sports Night S1E23) 29:45

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It’s the first time Sorkin named an episode of television “What Kind of Day Has It Been.” Luckily, that’s not the most memorable part of the episode, either. Brian and Lex agree this COULD have served as a SERIES finale if necessary, but luckily, it didn’t. Casey interacts with his son; Dana interacts with her camera. And we’re there, along with yo…

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The Cast of Us 15: S2E5 Review: "Feel Her Love" 1:04:33

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Seattle, Day Two. This week’s episode is designed to get Ellie from one place to another, both physically and emotionally. Bella Ramsay’s performance finally pays off after weeks of setup, which has Ben and Brian very excited for the rest of this season. Plus, what’s the difference between a culty Seraphite and a fair-weather Seraphite? What happen…

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Total Party Kill 501: Throwing Good Hit Points After Bad 1:16:30

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More than a year later, our players (virtually) come together again to try to save Candlekeep Library! Candlekeep - Kandlekeep Dekonstruktion, Part 2 Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Dan Moren, James Thomson, Jason Snell and Nick Scott Show Notes & Links Edited by Erika Ensign. Candlekeep Mysteries…

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Doctor Who Flashcast 89: "The Story & the Engine" (S2E5) 54:30

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A barbership in Lagos! A robot spider in a web of storytelling! Ancient gods watching Marvel movies! A surprise cameo, a deep-cut cameo, and an entirely unsurprising cameo! We break down writer Inua Ellams’s “Doctor Who” debut. Jason Snell, Erika Ensign and Chip SudderthBy Doctor Who Flashcast

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A Complicated Profession 101: I Have Questions About Biggs Darklighter Now 1:20:02

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Welcome to the Rebellion! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony reconvene to discuss the latest three episodes of Andor, including Syril’s parasocial relationship with Cassian, the changing narrative of the rebels, and women being replaced by droids. Next year in Yavin! Lucasfilm Andor, Season 2, Episodes 7-9 Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benes…

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The Incomparable Mothership 765: Precognitive Moon 1:17:44

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The highest-grossing film of all time is straight-up sci-fi and yet in 15 years at this place we’ve never talked about it. That ends now, as we put on our oxygen masks and venture out into the moon of Pandora to meet the local Na’vi and the interloper Sky People and discuss why James Cameron’s “Avatar” became an enormous hit and then disappeared en…

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Agents of SMOOCH 133: Always Be the Colonel Brandon 1:27:29

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The Austenheads return. For today’s mission, we return to Austen with the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. This movie is packed with stars, beautiful scenery, and romance…and add in a flatulent horse. But we must also delve into inheritance laws and what is wrong with Mansfield Park. Sense and Sensibility (1995) Annette Wierstra with Amand…

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Sorkin' In It 4.22: Napoleon's Battle Plan (Sports Night S1E22) 30:09

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It’s the penultimate episode of Season 1 of Sports Night, and we learn that Casey’s “plan” isn’t as much of a plan… or is it? Meanwhile the fellas can’t seem to find their pants, Dana confronts Gordon, and Jeremy can’t stop talking about blood. That all may sound a bit weird, but don’t worry, Lex and Brian have your back. Let’s go Sorkin’ In It. Le…

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Game Show 255: They Could Be Doing a Tricksy 49:12

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Welcome back to “Inconceivable!”, the show that tests two teams’ knowledge of the nerdy, the useless, and the obscure. In this battle for the ages, our panelists try to figure out which item doesn’t belong, consider some superhero recasting, and suss out some popular movies from bad reviews. It’s Brian Hamilton, Kelly Guimont, and Mikah Sargent ver…

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Total Party Kill 500: Alpaca Macadamia Nuts 2:41:07

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To celebrate our 500th episode, we bring you the only TPK recorded entirely in person! It’s an extra-long session recorded around a table, complete with the sounds of dice rolling, soda-pop cans opening, and chairs scraping the floor as people move around. The only way to feel more like you’re there is to watch the 360° version on a VR headset! Thi…

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Biff! 235: New Avengers: The Sentry 1:01:17

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We didn’t forget about Comic Books so this week we’re doing a Book Club. We cover the run of New Avengers that reintroduces The Sentry to the Marvel comic universe. A celebrated comic run of a hero lost to all history and then remembered and reborn. Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy English Referenced Works New Avengers Show Notes & Links…

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Nine Lashes Returns: Jeremy Dunn Confirms Comeback in Exclusive Interview on Backstage With Mothership 30:42

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Lead vocalist of Nine Lashes, Jeremy Dunn dispels any doubts…Nine Lashes is definitely back! You must hear the exclusive tell all on Backstage With Mothership. It’s been eleven years since the last album or video and nine years since their last show. After being announced by Kingdom Come Festival as their Saturday night headliner they are ready to …

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The Cast of Us 14: S2E4 Review: "Day One" 1:30:25

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Seattle, Day One. It’s time for a pretty big conversation about the Seraphites and the WLF, but we also get some incredible recreations of jaw-dropping moments from the video game. Plus, how warped are the records in the record store? Does U-Haul still exist in the apocalypse? How will the rest of the season be structured? A Great A-ha Moment Ben R…

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Robot or Not? 313: Tech 3:08

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Listener Jason (not host Jason) wants to know if “non-tech items” are really tech items. John Siracusa and Jason Snell Show Notes & Links WVFRM: Our favorite ordinary objects!By Robot or Not?

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Doctor Who Flashcast 88: "Lucky Day" (S2E4) 58:43

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Grab a penny, pick it up, and all day long you’ll have good luck. This episode hit us like a bad penny, though, and the more we think about it the more we’re bothered. We lament the lack of Doctor and Belinda, but welcome back Ruby Sunday and her family. And just remember: podcasters are the real villains. Jason Snell, Erika Ensign and Chip Suddert…

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A Complicated Profession 100: Spider-Based Economy 1:27:56

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A rebellion is afoot! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat return to discuss this second triptych of Andor season 2, including revenge as therapy, the tension of talking about art, and the importance of cake—especially because it’s our 100th episode! Lucasfilm Andor, Season 2, Episodes 4-6 Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh Sponsors Bunky Du…

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The Incomparable Mothership 764: Books About Towers 1:06:12

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Our walk through the 10 different novels nominated for the Hugo and Nebula awards in 2025 begins! In this episode we discuss “Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory” by Yaroslav Barsukov, “A Sorceress Comes to Call” by T. Kingfisher, and “Someone You Can Build a Nest In” by John Wiswell. 2025 Awards Book Club Part 1 Jason Snell with Erika Ensign, Aleen Sim…

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The Cast of Us 13: S2E3 Review: "The Path" 1:14:52

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How could somebody describe S2E3 of The Last of Us as a “filler episode”? Sometimes, a chance to catch our breath and mourn is a good thing. Ben and Brian are surprised by one character’s redemption arc, grateful for some beautiful Western cinematography, and extremely excited about a scene in a tent, for some reason. No, F is not for Fleetwood Mac…

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Total Party Kill 499: Math Is Fun When You're Not a Werewolf 1:47:12

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In this final episode of The Lore of Lurue, Lovyn wants to leave, Naiasa hides under a corpse, Hermioneigh is like a really great dance troupe, Frittat’ha gets back on the horse, and Lonewalker hesitates to touch the book. Tony is a generous dungeon master, and anyone who suggests otherwise is a bad person. Oh, and listener secret_gaygent SAVES THE…

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The End of I: Jeremy Riley and Sons Deliver Heavy Music and a Message of Hope 30:41

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The band The End of I is made up of Jeremy Riley and his two sons Gabriel and Noah along with bassist, Randy Healy. With an inspiring testimony of recovery, Jeremy has a powerful ministry in both word and music. The band’s new singles, supported by Resurrection Records will feature heavy music with a message of hope.…

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A Complicated Profession 99: The Most Awkward Fondue Ever 1:24:01

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Time for a wedding and…murder?! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to cover the first chapter of season 2 of Andor, including important questions like: Should wedding hikes come back in fashion? How do you choose between two identical white outfits? And why are we watching a 1950s PSA about spiders? Lucasfilm Andor, Season 2, Episodes …

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Doctor Who Flashcast 87: "The Well" (S2E3) 1:00:40

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Jason, Chip and Erika break down “The Well,” in which Russell T Davies (and his co-writer Sharma Angel-Walfall) decided to play the hits and serve up what “Doctor Who” does best. It’s a base on an alien planet that’s been out of contact for days. (Nuking the site from orbit is the only way to be sure, right?) Jason Snell, Erika Ensign and Chip Sudd…

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The Incomparable Mothership 763: You're in the Gibson Area Now 1:20:49

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The year is 1995. The films: “Hackers” and “The Net,” in which computers are proven to be dangerous for society. One is a ridiculous movie about teen hackers that knows it’s silly, and the other is a ludicrous thriller about adult hackers that doesn’t. "Hackers" and "The Net" Jason Snell with Monty Ashley, Shelly Brisbin, Erika Ensign, Joe Rosenste…

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Agents of SMOOCH 132: If You Had Five Daughters 1:19:42

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We are not ready to part from Pride & Prejudice yet, so we have extended our mission to include the 2005 version. This beautifully shot film provides our agents with a sweeping romantic version of the story that we cannot resist. Pride & Prejudice 2005 Annette Wierstra with Katie Mack, Sandra Wong and Moisés Chiullán Referenced Works Pride and Prej…

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Sorkin' In It 4.21: Ten Wickets (Sports Night S1E21) 25:44

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Casey’s still mad that someone tried to blow up the building. Brian and Lex are mad because — no, they didn’t: It was a bomb threat hoax. There’s a difference, Casey. Meanwhile, Jeremy chases down a cricket story. Or a wicket story. We don’t understand it either. And Rebecca returns — only good things can follow, right? RIGHT?! Lex Friedman and Bri…

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The Cast of Us 12: S2E2 Review: "Through The Valley" 1:15:10

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This episode of The Last of Us is the emotional equivalent of a barrel of gasoline being thrown at the audience and set on fire. We hope you’re doing okay and that this conversation can help you process some of your feelings, because your hosts certainly needed this. Plus, Seth makes a mean steak sandwich and a wire fence is the second worst villai…

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Sophomore Lit 174: The Chrysalids 52:27

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Podcasts are the original voices in your head. David Dredrick discusses John Wyndham’s The Chrysalids (1955). John McCoy with David DedrickBy Sophomore Lit

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Game Show 254: Zero Points For Yugo 1:05:25

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Amazing! It’s the return of 7 or C, that long lost Game Show Thanksgiving tradition, this time not at Thanksgiving, nor is it returning in the seventh month, or in a month that starts with the letter C. 7 or C 3 Tony Sindelar with James Thomson, Dan Moren, Glenn Fleishman, Monty Ashley and Erika Ensign…