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This week we’ll be pondering existing and asking the tough questions about belief and spirituality in the Trekverse: What species and individuals in the franchise seem to worship a God or gods? Which are agnostic or atheistic? Does Earth or the Federation seem to take a stand on religion at all? What other species seem […] The post Religion in Star Trek – Earth Station Trek – Episode 213 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 4 “Dead Stop,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. After going through a minefield last episode, the Enterprise and crew aren’t in the best of shape. Malcolm has to have Phlox Worm PT and the ship is going to take years to repair. But they […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 34: Always Read the Fine Print! appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 96: Retro gaming with Phill & Dave. We have a plethora of hosts and guests today as Dan, Paul, Kacey and Shawn are joined by good friends of the show Phil Russell and Dave Martin. You may remember them from episodes 90 – 2 Drive, 2 Survive and […] The post The Cosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 96 – Retro Gaming appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep18 – Dizzonner the Penguin The mayoral campaign seems to keep going the Penguin’s way, but Batman is still confident despite the polls. Episode aired Thursday November 3, 1966 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writer: Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman Burt Ward – Robin Alan Napier – Alfred Neil Hamilton – Commissioner […] The post BatChums Episode 53 – Dizzonner the Penguin appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced the 2025 roster of inductees on April 27 at 8:30 pm during a live broadcast of American Idol. 15 minutes later, we recorded an episode analyzing the announcements! What you get in this episode is our immediate reaction in a raw, unrehearsed discussion. Rob and Alan are joined by […] The post Modern Musicology #136 – The 2025 ROCK HALL Inductees appeared first on The ESO Network.

The first season of Loki was one of the most popular Marvel series on Disney+. It only made sense for Marvel to do a second season. In this episode we review the Loki series. We discuss the plot and whether all of the elements work. We talk about unusual performances and new characters. We also […] The post The 42cast Episode 234: Tree Weaver appeared first on The ESO Network.

What was it like to live and work with Groucho Marx? In this captivating episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, Arthur, Steve, and Julian talk with actor and author Steve Stollier, who shares firsthand stories from his time with the legendary Groucho. From classic Hollywood encounters to personal insights into one of comedy's most iconic figures, […] The post Living with Groucho Marx: Actor & Author Steve Stollier | Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim reflects on one of the first Hammer Monster Movies he ever watched – 1958’s “The Revenge Of Frankenstein,” starring Peter Cushing, Francis Matthews, Eunice Grayson, Oscar Quitak, Michael Gwynn, John Welsh, Richard Wordsworth, George Woodbridge, and Michael Ripper. Directed by Terence Fisher and written by Jimmy Sangster, this film picjs up where “The Curse […] The post The Revenge Of Frankenstein | Episode 462 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 678! It’s the conclusion of our FlopFight tournament of Saturday Night Live characters! We have miscellaneous freaks and weirdos competing from 50 years of SNL history. Will it be Wayne and Garth vs. Hans and Franz? Canteen Boy vs. Gap Girls? So many possibilities. But only one shall survive, and they shall look […] The post Flopcast 678: SNL FlopFight Part 2 – Any Questions? appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs know that your always our hero. A mysterious crime boss known as The General emerges in Gotham, While Batman must adjust to life with his new partner Robin in Batman and Robin: Year One. When an ancient and powerful werewolf threatens Gotham, Batman must […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 410 – Always My Hero appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this chilling episode of Earth Station Boo, we're joined by Bill Mulligan to dive deep into the twisted brilliance of Wes Craven, the undisputed Master of Horror. From A Nightmare on Elm Street to Scream, we explore Craven's legendary story telling, dissect what defines a “Wes Craven film,” and share our personal favorites from […] The post Master of Horror: Horror doesn't create fear it releases it | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

Dive deep into the mysteries of Doctor Who Season 2, Episode 3, “The Well,” with the Earth Station Who crew! Join us as we explore the 15th Doctor's latest adventure, uncover its hidden layers, and discuss what this story means for the series’ mythology. As a bonus, author Daniel Budnik takes his turn in the […] The post Doctor Who: The Well – Season 2, Episode 3 Review | Earth Station Who Podcast appeared first on The ESO Network.

That’s the question: “Is Star Trek Dying?” According to Robert Kazinsky, who played Zeph in the Section 31 film, it is — and he says he’s heard that directly from the boss’s mouth. So what do we think? Is it true? A couple years ago when we were getting Star Trek for almost a full […] The post Is Star Trek Dying? – Earth Station Trek – Episode 212 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep17 – Hizzonner the Penguin When Penguin runs for Mayor of Gotham City, Batman is persuaded to run against him. Episode aired Wednesday November 2, 1966 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writer: Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman Burt Ward – Robin Alan Napier – Alfred Neil Hamilton – Commissioner Gordon Stafford Repp […] The post BatChums Episode 52 – Hizzonner the Penguin appeared first on The ESO Network.

Fishing for answers to some of life’s most intriguing questions on this week’s episode of HCWT. Join Shawn and Leah as they ask each other the hard-hitting questions of the universe. We’re not talking about favourite colours or numbers here. Is reincarnation real? What is your favourite thing about yourself? These are the types of […] The post Fishing For Answers appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 677! Let’s celebrate 50 years of Saturday Night Live with a big silly tournament of SNL characters. Church Lady vs. Target Lady? Festrunk Brothers vs. Sweeney Sisters? Gilly vs. Gumby? So many weird possibilities, but only one shall survive and advance to next week’s final round. Anything can happen, it will be ridiculous […] The post Flopcast 677: SNL FlopFight Part 1 – Clang Clang Clang appeared first on The ESO Network.

Mark Maddox joins Jim (who’s suffering from an extreme pollen allergy) in discussing a strange little “Zombie” film from 1973, in fact a “Zombie on motorcycles” film – “Psychomania,” Starring Nicky Henson, George Sanders, Beryl Reid, Mary Larkin, Denis Gilmore, Roy Holder, Robert Hardy, Ann Michelle, and Directed by Don Sharp. A group of teens […] The post Psychomania | Episode 461 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Step into the glow of Doctor Who Season 2, Episode 2 — “Lux” — as the Earth Station Who team unpacks the latest tale of the 15th Doctor! In this visually stunning and thematically rich episode, the Doctor faces a brilliant new challenge that dives deep into the nature of celebrity, surveillance, and the cost […] The post Doctor Who S2E2 “Lux” Review | 15th Doctor Shines in Latest Earth Station Who Podcast appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs take a deep dive into Mark Waid’s weekly run on Action Comics. We review and discuss the 12 issue event where Superman goes on a mission into the Phantom Zone and comes across his old pal Mon-El that was lead poisoned when he was […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 409 – Action Comics Weekly appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this episode we interview the man, the myth, the legend, the Maestro of the Marquis, the human gorilla, Mr. Mark Finn. Mark has been a regular on The 42cast, but this is our first time discussing his past in depth. Join us as Mark discusses his early forays into the world of comic books, […] The post The 42cast Episode 233: The Mark Finn Interview appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Haunted Hosts share their thoughts on how Dracula—both book and film—have shaped modern vampire lore and culture. From Stoker's haunting prose to Coppola's romanticized and visually stunning interpretation, they'll discuss how each medium brings this legendary vampire to life. They'll compair Bram Stoker's iconic 1897 novel, a literary masterpiece that defined Gothic horror, and […] The post The blood is the life  | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew discusses filler episodes. According to Alex Kurtzman, the advantage of doing 10 episodes per season in Modern Trek is that you eliminate filler episodes – those that fall in between the classics in order to get your season to its 22 – 26 episode order. But “fillers” have […] The post Filler Episodes – Earth Station Trek – Episode 211 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 3 “Minefield,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Hey everyone it's a Malcolm-focused episode which means the writers are shaking the Etch-A-Sketch and giving us another new take on the character. It all starts with an awkward breakfast and then HOLY CRAP things are blowing […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 32: Malcolm Gets Poked! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast: Reaching Bigger. This week we look at big vs bigger with Reacher season 3. In science we discuss restoring lost voices with AI, new colors, new urinal designs, and colossal squids. In Nerd News we talk about Fantastic 4, Star Wars Starfighter, Toxic Avenger, 28 Years later, and Outrun movie. This week […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Reaching Bigger appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep16 – The Dead Ringers Batman and Robin escape Chandell’s trap. Once back in the Batcave, they deduce his plan to get the Wayne family fortune by killing Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson, then marrying the rightful heir, Aunt Harriet. In order to trap the villain, Bruce and Dick fake their own […] The post BatChums Episode 51 – The Dead Ringers appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 676! We’re looking back at the comic book scene of forty years ago, and we’ve brought in a special guest to help: ESO Network Director (and longtime comic book fan) Mike Faber. The big story of 1985 was Crisis on Infinite Earths, but we cover much more, including: The New Teen Titans, Justice […] The post Flopcast 676: Breakdancing Fish Police – The Comics of 1985 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Who's the greatest movie detective of all time? In this episode of The Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, the crew dives deep into Hollywood's most legendary sleuths—from hard-boiled noir icons to sharp-witted modern-day investigators. Whether it’s Sam Spade, Sherlock Holmes, Philip Marlowe, or Benoit Blanc, the hosts explore what makes these cinematic detectives unforgettable. Tune in […] The post Greatest Movie Detectives: Uncovering Hollywood's Most Iconic Sleuths | Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim reflects on his introduction to “Giallo” films with Dario Argento’s “The Bird With The Crystal Plumage,” starring Tony Musante, Suzy Kendall, Eva Renzi, Enrico Maria Salerno, Mario Adorf, Umberto Raho, and Raf Valenti. In Argento’s directorial debut, the story centers around an American writer who witnesses an attempted homicide. But, something’s not quite right. […] The post The Bird With The Crystal Plumage | Episode 460 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Olivia Serafini-Sauli A year ago we interviewed filmmaker OLIVIA SERAFINI-SAULI on the completion of her film Endless Calls For Fame: The Story of the New Rising Sons. Since then, that film has found North American distribution and is now available on all major streaming platforms in a slightly reworked / updated format. We catch up with […] The post Modern Musicology #135 – OLIVIA SERAFINI-SAULI! appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs go Absolute as well as dive into the last season of Superman and Lois. It’s Batman vs. Alfred Pennyworth as both attempt to track down the Black Mask gang in Absolute Batman #1, 2, 3 where Batman is without a mansion, without his wealth, […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 408 – Absolute Trinity appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Earth Station Who crew is back and diving headfirst into the explosive premiere of Doctor Who Season 2, featuring Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th Doctor and the introduction of new companion Belinda Chandra in “The Robot Revolution.” Join Mike, Michael, Mary, and special guest-host Dave Chapman as they break down the action, themes, and […] The post Doctor Who: The Robot Revolution Reviewed – Earth Station Who Explores Season 2, Episode 1 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew breaks down the new trailer for Season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds! We’re going to feed the data into the Enterprise computer bank and analyze it frame by frame (okay, it may not be that thorough but close to it!). We’ll use the information at hand […] The post Strange New Worlds Season Three Trailer Breakdown – Earth Station Trek – Episode 210 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Surprise! Starting in season 2, you're going to see EnterpriseSplaining in your feed weekly! Instead of reviewing the previous episode and going into the next one all in one episode, we are undertaking new Second Contact missions! Every other week, we'll look at the episode we watched the week before, after everyone has watched it […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 30: Second Contact: The Facts of Warp! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep15 – The Devil’s Fingers Chandell, the musical virtuoso, visits Gotham City for a piano concert. But unknown to the public, Chandell is being blackmailed into a life of crime by his twin brother Harry, who retains most of the profits. Chandell intends to buy off Harry forever, and he knows just […] The post BatChums Episode 50 – The Devil’s Fingers appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew sat down with Sandra Gimpel live at Stellar Fest! Sandra told us about her incredible sixty-year career as a stuntwoman, beginning with Lost in Space and Star Trek! She was the salt vampire! She was a Talosian! She was Bill Mumy’s stunt person on Lost in Space! Sandra’s […] The post Sandra Gimpel Live from Stellar Fest! – Earth Station Trek – BONUS! appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Sandy Gimpel live at Stellar Fest! Monkees fans may know her as the “friend of the Producer” on the Monkees pilot episode, but she’s had an amazing career that spans from a dancer with Fred Astaire and Elvis, to Bill Mumy’s stunt double, a stunt coordinator, and even second […] The post Monkeeing Around with Sandy Gimpel – Episode 69 appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this captivating episode of The Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, the crew welcomes legendary performer Marilyn Michaels, famously known as The Woman of a Thousand Voices. From her iconic role in the musical Funny Girl to her groundbreaking work in comedy and musical impressions, Marilyn shares unforgettable stories from her storied career. Hear behind-the-scenes tales […] The post The Woman of a Thousand Voices: Marilyn Michaels Talks Comedy, Funny Girl & Stardom | Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

TV, Travel and Marc Maron Comedy! On this award-winning show, we dive into our recent road-trip adventures. You will learn about the dangers of mail delivery, Etsy shop sourcing, recent television shows and a few other topics. Tell everyone you know about the Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast! Marc Maron’s current comedy tour has been […] The post TV, Travel and Marc Maron Comedy appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 675! Just a few quick subjects this week: We recommend the improv comedy of Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation’s Jean-Ralphio!), we look at some Saturday Night Live-related comic books (including when Spider-Man met Belushi), and we take it to the streets. Not because we’re Doobie Brothers, but because we’re angry. Episode 675 complete […] The post Flopcast 675: Hands Off the Chicken appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim discusses a classic Sci-Fi film produced by George Pal and directed by Byron Haskin – “Conquest Of Space,” starring Walter Brooke, Eric Fleming, Ross Martin, Phil Foster, Mickey Shaughnessy, William Redfield, Benson Fong, William Hopper, Vito Scotti, Michael Fox, and Rosemary Clooney. In the near future, a planned mission to the Moon becomes a […] The post Conquest Of Space | Episode 459 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs wrap up various miniseries we’ve been reviewing. The Justice Society of America regroups after their last battle and Stargirl gives a graduation speech in Justice Society of America #12. As threats from the past resurface in his present, Batman must work alongside strange new […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 407 – Miniseries Wrap Up appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Haunted Hosts review the haunting world of Never Whistle at Night, an anthology of Native ghost stories that explores the supernatural through the lens of Indigenous culture. With the unique perspectives on fear, resilience, and the enduring power of oral traditions that make these stories so impactful. From the significance of settings that amplify […] The post Old things deserve respect – Never Whistle at Night  | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the Earth Station Trek crew gathers with special guests Nayr and Kavura from StarPodLog & StarPodTrek – Starlog Magazine Scifi & Star Trek Podcast for a debriefing of Stellar Fest. Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #stellarfest #debriefing #nayrandkavura #starpodlog #starpodtrek The post Stellar Fest Debriefing – Earth Station Trek – Episode 209 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 2 “Carbon Creek,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. T'Pol tells Trip and Archer that they might not have their historical facts straight. This episode is widely considered one of the best Enterprise episodes, and we think we might agree. Does it have to do […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 30: The Facts of Warp! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep14 – The Yegg Foes in Gotham When the lease payment for Gotham City fails to be made on time, possession of the city falls into the hands of Egghead. Chaos ensues as the villain fires Commissioner Gordon and bans the Dynamic Duo from city limits. While the criminal underworld enjoys free […] The post BatChums Episode 49 – The Yegg Foes in Gotham appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this gripping episode of The Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, the crew delves into the rise and fall of OJ Simpson, examining how his story became one of the most unforgettable and sensationalized media events in American history. From his celebrated football and acting career to the infamous trial that captivated the world, this episode […] The post OJ Simpson: The All-American Media Event – Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Music of 1975 This week we set the controls of our Wayback Machine to the funky days of 1975 and celebrate the 50th anniversary of some iconic albums! It’s a year of highs for a lot of bands we now think of as classic rock, and a key year for funk and disco. The Philly Soul […] The post Modern Musicology #134 – The Music of 1975 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim discusses one of his favorite Sci-Fi films growing up – “This Island Earth,” Starrinf Rex Reason, Faith Domergue. Jeff Morrow, Lance Fuller, Russell Johnson, Douglas Spencer and directed by Joseph M. Newman and Jack Arnold. Aliens from the planet Metaluna grab a group of Earth scientists to help them solve a problem with generating […] The post This Island Earth | Episode 458 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 674! If you grew up in or around the bizarro state of Rhode Island, you might remember the Warwick Musical Theatre. For decades, this tent-style venue (with a rotating circular stage in the middle) hosted concerts, comedy, musicals, and even wrestling. (Guess how many times Liberace performed there. No, you’re low. Guess again.) […] The post Flopcast 674: The Tent Circuit appeared first on The ESO Network.

Welcome to another hair-raising episode of Earth Station Boo, where the Haunted Hosts sink their teeth into the fascinating world of werewolves with our friend and guest Kelsey. From ancient myths and cursed transformations to modern media depictions, we explore the enduring allure of these legendary creatures… Werewolves. Discover the origins of lycanthropy in folklore, […] The post The Evolution of Werewolves: Bite, scratch and silver bullets | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.