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Join us for a special crossover event! This week we’re MONKEING AROUND with hosts from the EARTH STATION TREK and BATCHUMS podcasts to chat about the 1966-1967 television season! From debut shows like The Monkees and Star Trek to returning favorites like Batman, this landmark television season had an impact on the television landscape that […] The post 1966-1967 TV Season – Monkeeing Around – Episode 101 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S3 Ep16 – The Funny Feline Felonies Joker and Catwoman link up over the lure of cash and more cash, and are ready to dynamite the Depository. With Batgirl’s help, Batman andRobin jump the jester, who offers them a numbing Joker-buzzer blast in return! Episode aired Thursday, December 28, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph […] The post BatChums Episode 112 – The Funny Feline Felonies appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast Bran New Day. It’s time to swing into action with a new Spider-Man movie featuring the Punisher it’s a good day. In science we discuss robot firefighters, invisible drones, self dressing clothes, and AI creates viruses. In Nerd News we talk about Cavil Warhammer updates, a return of Gargoyles, Dog Stars, a […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Brand New Day appeared first on The ESO Network.

It’s another jam-packed episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, and this time we’ve got a little bit of everything! We start with yard sales, including one we hosted ourselves a few weeks ago. It was definitely not the typical hot summer yard sale day. Instead, it was cold, nasty and miserable. But that didn’t stop […] The post Yard Sales, Spider-Man, Old Friends & A Bee Hive Mystery appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jeff Beck In this episode we are joined by former editor of Guitar World Magazine Brad Tolinski, co-author of the new book Blow By Blow: The Jeff Beck Story, to talk about the life and career of one of the most important and influential guitarists in the modern rock era. Brad tells us all about the significance […] The post Modern Musicology #173 – Jeff Beck appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 744! Back in the day, when your favorite goofy TV show was cancelled, it was not necessarily the end. Years (or even decades) later, it just might be resurrected in the odd format of the made-for-TV reunion movie. Thus we returned to Mayberry to catch up with Andy and Opie, we reconnected with […] The post Flopcast 744: TV Reunion Movies Part 1 – Crisis on Brady Earths appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim revisits one of his favorite Monster Movies growing up – 1966’s “Island Of Terror,” starring Peter Cushing, Edward Judd, Eddie Byrne, Carole Gray, Sam Kydd, Niall MacGinnis, Peter Forbes-Robertson, and directed by Terence Fisher. On a remote island off the coast of Ireland, something has escaped from a research lab and threatens all of […] The post Island Of Terror | Episode 528 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Something attached itself to the hull. Something left a substance in the water supply. And now the crew is running out of time, out of options, and out of people to trust. Karen and Spilled Tea dive deep into Sea Fever — the 2019 Irish aquatic horror thriller written and directed by Neasa Hardiman that […] The post Sea Fever… It Happens. | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

In 1983, I met Jason Stahl when we were both in 4th grade. I had no idea then that he would become one of my best friends and comedy creation partners for the two decades that followed it. From my early comic books, to the improv comedy videos, to my first funny music demos, he […] The post Luke Ski’s Animation & Stuff Podcast – Episode 18: Denison Dudes – featuring Jason Stahl appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Earth Station Trek – “Human Best Friend” written by Kathryn Lyn. The crew must recover from shore leave in time to host an alien delegation on the ship! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #strangenewworlds #humanbestfriend The post Human Best Friend – Earth Station Trek – Episode 275 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 6 “Exile,” where we get into a rare argument over whether the episode's lack of romance rendered it narratively inert or was a clever twist on Beauty and the Beast.  A word of warning: If you haven't listened to the […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 94: Second Contact: Hoshi and the Beast! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Join us for a very special episode of Monkeeing Around! No, no one has an addiction to caffeine pills- it’s our 100th episode and we’re so excited! Grab a celebratory drink as we look back on our favorite Monkee memories over the last 99 episodes… interviews, concerts, cruises, and even a Micky Dolenz record release […] The post Episode 100 – Monkeeing Around appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 743! We have one more summer concert report for you, because thanks to an old friend, Kevin and the Mayor had VIP tickets to see John Mellencamp! (Are you like us? Do you still miss the “Cougar” part?) So today we’re breaking down the whole show for you. Including: Pre-concert South Shore bar […] The post Flopcast 743: F.L.O.P. in the U.S.A. appeared first on The ESO Network.

I prefer Spooky  | Earth Station Boo She doesn’t smile… She doesn’t hug… She doesn’t fit in anywhere… and she never wanted to. The Horraholic Hosts and our friends Beth & Sarah Rose are checking into Season 1 of Netflix’s Wednesday, the Tim Burton produced Addams Family reimagining that broke streaming records, launched a TikTok […] The post I prefer Spooky  | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew reviews this week’s brand new episode of Star Trek Strange New Worlds: “The Griffin Incident”! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #strangenewworlds #thegriffinincident The post The Griffin Incident – Earth Station Trek – Episode 274 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We are taking a short break from Star Trek Enterprise this week to bring you an away mission! Infamous as the lowest-rated Star Trek project on Rotten Tomatoes, the TV movie Section 31 was a huge disappointment to many Star Trek fans, and more importantly, to Maria who now has to attempt to explain this […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 94: Away Mission to Section 31! appeared first on The ESO Network.

It's Elaine’s birthday! She has chosen to spend her special day MONKEEING AROUND with Missing Links Volume Two with special guest Andrew Sandoval (Beatland Books) and Derek Miner (Mixing Links: The Monkees on Disc)! Join us as we chat about this compilation album of rare and previously unreleased Monkees songs that was issued by Rhino […] The post Missing Links Volume Two with Andrew Sandoval and Derek Miner – Monkeeing Around – Episode 99 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S3 Ep15 – The Ogg Couple Egghead and Olga are back to egg-stract valuables from the museum and poach 500 pounds of caviar! Batgirl convinces Egghead to fink on Olga, but she’s trussed in a trap only Batman and Robin can unscramble. Episode aired Thursday, December 21, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writer: Stanford […] The post BatChums Episode 111 – The Ogg Couple appeared first on The ESO Network.

Toni and Joe discuss flashbacks & shenanigans in the reverently referential Doctor Who episode The Unicorn and the Wasp. If you’re interested in being a Friend of Rassilon, click here. Download • YouTube • RSS • Patreon • iTunes • Google Play • ESO Network The post The Watch-A-Thon of Rassilon: Episode 199: The Unicorn and the Wasp (Fluff Enough) appeared first on The ESO Network.

MTV 45th Anniversary MTV launched 45 years ago on August 1, 1981 with “Video Killed the Radio Star.” To celebrate this big anniversary, we spend time reminiscing about the glory days of Music Television by talking about our favorite music videos — and a few of our least favorites. We mention some of the obvious […] The post Modern Musicology #172 – MTV 45th Anniversary appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Cigar Nerds Podcast: Burn. Let’s get evil. This week we’re talking about Evil Dead Burn. In science we talk about robot hotels, robot surgeons, survival pods, and tattoo heart monitors. In News we look at I Play Rocky, Digger, Spiderman, and Avengers Doomsday. This week I’m smoking the Mr Punch from Punch Cigars. The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Burn appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim reflects on the first time he saw the last fikn collaboration of George Pal (Producer) and Byron Haskin (Director) in 1978s Sci-Fi Thriller “The Power,” starring George Hamilton, Suzanne Pleshette Michael Rennie, Arthur O’Connell, Earl Holliman, Nehemiah Persoff, Richard Carlson, Gary Merrill, Yvonne De Carlo, Barbara Nichols, Aldo Ray, Vaughn Taylor, Ken Murray, and […] The post The Power (1968) | Episode 526 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman: Caped Crusader instantly generated buzz when it was announced, because Bruce Timm was going to be involved with the series. Famously, Timm had been one of the principle creators behind the popular Batman: The Animated Series of the 90’s. Although much of the design aesthetic of the 90’s animated show is on display here, […] The post The 42cast Episode 292: Prime Batting Presentation appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 742! Our friend Judy is here again, and we’re looking back at the supermodels of the 1980s! They popped up in movies and music videos, they sold jeans and shampoo, they married rock stars, and we just couldn’t get enough of them. So to pay tribute to Cindy, Christie, Paulina, and the rest, […] The post Flopcast 742: Because We’re Beautiful appeared first on The ESO Network.

We finally have new Trek to talk about! We review the kick-off of Season 4 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds! Episode 1 is “Valles Marineris” by Henry Alonso Myers, Alan B. McElroy and Akiva Goldsman. THERE WILL BE SPOILERS! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. […] The post Strange New Worlds: Valles Marineris – Earth Station Trek – Episode 273 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs review the Titans. Raven confronts and embraces her dark half to defeat Psycho-Pirate, reunite the Titans, and reveal that Deathstroke has been manipulating events from the shadows in Titans #21. Deathstroke has returned and is assembling a dangerous new team of […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 14 (Legacy #453) – Titans: Bad Blood appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 741! We have another summer concert report, because “Weird Al” Yankovic’s Bigger and Weirder Tour returned to New England! Also: Retro 80s games at the Free Play Bar Arcade in downtown Providence! The Logan Awards for Excellence in Comedy Music! The return of Chickens in the News, in which we learn about a […] The post Flopcast 741: A Menacing Sort appeared first on The ESO Network.

What is the definitive episode for every Modern Doctor? Join the Earth Station Who Podcast as the crew welcomes back author R. Alan Siler to conclude this exciting two-part discussion, debating the single story that best defines each incarnation of the Doctor from Christopher Eccleston’s Ninth Doctor through Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor. From unforgettable adventures […] The post Every Modern Doctor’s Definitive Episode | Ranking the Best Doctor Who Stories appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew continues our examination of all the episodes featuring Reginald Barclay. In the first part we covered all of his Next Generation appearances; in this show we take a look at how his character continued on in his six Voyager episodes! Earth Station Trek is a part of the […] The post Reginald Barclay Part 2 – Earth Station Trek – Episode 272 appeared first on The ESO Network.

It's Vombie time as our crew heads out on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 5 “Impulse,” (the one with the Vulcan zombies!) now that Bill and Maria have watched it.   A word of warning: If you haven't listened to the episode before this one, “iVombie!,” go listen to that […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 92: Second Contact: iVombie! appeared first on The ESO Network.

What started as a simple garage cleanup turned into one of the most unexpected wildlife rescues we’ve ever experienced! While getting organized for an upcoming yard sale, Leah discovered a mother mouse and five tiny babies hiding in a box. We share the surprisingly heartwarming story of how Mom made her escape, how we safely […] The post We Rescued Baby Mice… Then Everything Went Wrong appeared first on The ESO Network.

From a janky haunted mansion on the Atari 2600 to PT breaking the internet’s brain to streamers building entire careers screaming through Phasmophobia — horror video games have come a LONG way. Tea & Karen are joined by Twitch streamers BellaRose0810 and DrakeThe_Snake getting into the full history of horror gaming and so much more. […] The post The History of Horror Video Games — From Pixels to Panic | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S3 Ep14 – Catwoman’s Dressed to Kill Catwoman (Eartha Kitt) is ready to filch the fashion world and snatch a solid gold dress. As the Terrific Trio bolt into action, Catwoman has the purr-fect pattern for pulling the wool over their eyes! Episode aired Thursday, December 14, 1967 Director: Sam Strangis Writer: Stanley […] The post BatChums Episode 110 – Catwoman’s Dressed to Kill appeared first on The ESO Network.

Our weekly show falls on July 9 — 7/9 — and how can we let that pass us by without talking about our favorite ex-Borg, Seven of Nine! We’ll take a look at her introduction and development on Star Trek: Voyager and how we picked up her story years later on Star Trek: Picard. We’ll […] The post Seven of Nine on 7/9 – Earth Station Trek – Episode 271 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Devon Worrell (Mrs. Arcadian on YouTube) to discuss “I was a Teenage Monster”! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #iwasateenagemonster #60stv The post I Was a Teenage Monster – Monkeeing Around – Episode 96 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Christine McVie To celebrate Christine McVie‘s birthday on July 12th, we have a special show that features some of Christine’s great deep cuts. She was arguably the greatest hitmaker in Fleetwood Mac, with biggies like “Say You Love Me,” “You Make Lovin’ Fun,” “Little Lies,” and “Everywhere,” but there were many more sides to her than just that. In this […] The post Alan’s Record Bin #5 – Five Great Christine McVie Songs appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 737! Our series of Wizard of Oz adaptation reviews brings us to 1978’s The Wiz, an ambitious reimagining with an all-star all-Black cast led by the great Diana Ross. Also featuring: Richard Pryor, Lena Horne, Nipsey Russell, Mabel King, graffiti Munchkins, crow monsters, poppy girls, and way more long slow musical numbers than […] The post Flopcast 737: Ease On Down to Chickentown appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew sits down with Hollywood executive, producer, and author Peter M. Hoffman for a fascinating conversation about his remarkable career in the entertainment industry and his latest book, Karmic Winds. From behind-the-scenes stories of Hollywood film production and studio life to the inspiration behind his new novel, Peter […] The post Peter M. Hoffman on Hollywood, Producing, and Karmic Winds| Tales from Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week The 42cast talks about Avatar. It’s not the M. Night Shyamalan film, the animated show from Nickelodeon, or the film series by James Cameron. This is the live action series on Netflix based on the animated Avatar: The Last Airbender. In this episode we discuss the first season. We talk about the cast […] The post The 42cast Episode 287: Out of the Blue appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim remembers the first time he watched the 1931 Horror Classic “Frankenstein,” directed by James Whale and starring Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff, John Boles, Edward Van Sloan, Frederick Kerr, Dwight Frye, Lionel Belmore, Marilyn Harris, and Michael Mark. Based on the novel by Mary Shelley, this film helped Universal Studios establish itself as […] The post Frankenstein| Episode 521 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs attend the funeral for the Dream King in The Sandman Season 2 Episode 11. As Wally West struggles to contain a mysterious wave of anger affecting both Earth and Skartaris, the Flash Family reunites to battle Eclipso’s forces while the Justice […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 11 (Legacy #450) – A Tale of Graceful Ends appeared first on The ESO Network.

Has the TARDIS hit a dead end? With the cancellation of the 2026 Christmas Special and reports that the BBC is looking for a new production team, the future of Doctor Who is suddenly up in the air. The Earth Station Who crew gathers to discuss what happened, what it means for the series, and […] The post Doctor Who’s Future in Question? The 2026 Christmas Special Cancellation & What’s Next for Our Favorite Time Lord appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, the EARTH STATION TREK CREW is joined by Matt and Elaine Sweatman, who have just completed a watch-through of Star Trek: TNG! As we have with each season, we’ll be getting their reviews of Season 7. What do they consider highlights? What are their lowlights? Standout episodes? Favorite character moments? And what do […] The post The Next Generation Season Seven – Earth Station Trek – Episode 268 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 3 “Extinction,” now that Jamie and Maria have watched it and inexplicably enjoyed this very weird episode where a bunch of members of the Enterprise were turned into ape-like aliens. We’re also joined once again by guest Stephen Granade this […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 88: Second Contact: People Say We Monkey Around! appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Cathie Cardenas to solve “The Case of the Missing Monkee!” Our ‘You May Also Like’ recommendation this week is the new album “Masks Off” from Jesse Welles and The Mellons newest album “The Mellons in Color”, out June 19! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, […] The post The Case of the Missing Monkee – Monkeeing Around – Episode 93 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Twins. A juke joint. A blues prodigy. And something very hungry waiting in the Mississippi Delta. Tea, Karen and Lysa are diving deep into Ryan Coogler’s Sinners , the 2025 horror film that took the world by storm. They cover the rich folklore that opens the film, the music that earned every single one of […] The post Dance with the Devil | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S3 Ep12 – The Foggiest Notion When the air clears, suspicions shroud Lord Ffogg and Lady Peasoup with Batman, Robin and Batgirl in pursuit. Clouds of man-made mist keep our heroes at bay, so they are free to steal away. Episode aired Thursday, November 30, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph Story: Elkan Allan Teleplay: […] The post BatChums Episode 108 – The Foggiest Notion appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 736! It’s another quick fill-in show as we await the return of the Mayor! Including: Kevin’s recent guest appearance on Monkeeing Around to discuss a weird obscure Micky Dolenz movie! The new book Raised on Radio, an oral history of the arena rock bands of the 70s and 80s! (Worried that you don’t […] The post Flopcast 736: Devo Was Right appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast and The Masters of the Universe. This week we travel to Eternia to check out the latest live action He-Man movie. Does it impress a child of the 80s or not? I have the power! In science we talk about robots taking retail jobs, AI saving the whales, VR changes your brain, […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: And The Masters of the Universe appeared first on The ESO Network.

The legendary Paul McCartney has a very busy time lately, with a new album (The Boys of Dungeon Lane), appearances on Saturday Night Live and the final Stephen Colbert show, a new exhibition at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a recent book and documentary. Rob and Alan talk all about McCartney’s goings […] The post Modern Musicology #169 – McCARTNEY appeared first on The ESO Network.

MONSTER ATTACK! celebrates its 10th Season Anniversary and Jim discusses the first time he saw the 1951 Sci-Fi Classic “The Thing From Another World,” starring Kenneth Tobey, Margaret Sheridan, Douglas Spencer, Robert Cornwate, Dewey Martin, Robert Nichols, William Self, Eduard Franz, Paul Frees, George Fenneman, and James Arness. Produced by Howard Hawks and directed by […] The post The Thing From Another World| Episode 520 appeared first on The ESO Network.