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Batman ’66 S3 Ep1 – Enter Batgirl, Exit Penguin The Penguin plans to gain immunity from the law by becoming the police commissioner’s son-in-law. He kidnaps Commissioner Gordon’s daughter, Barbara, and threatens her into agreeing to marry him. Unknown to him, Barbara Gordon has a secret crime fighting identity, Batgirl. Alfred learns of her secret […] The post BatChums Episode 97 – Enter Batgirl, Exit Penguin appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew will reach the FINALE of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season One! Will Nustopher Braka meet his final fate? Will Caleb resolve his mommy issues? Will Captain Ake keep her shoes on? Join us as we answer these important questions, and much more, on this thrilling episode! Earth Station […] The post Starfleet Academy “Rubincon” Season Finale – Earth Station Trek – Episode 254 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 24 “First Flight,” now that Jamie and Bill have watched it. Astronomer Nicole Gugliucci joins us to help us make sense of the nebulous dark matter. A word of warning: If you haven't listened to the episode before this one, […] The post 77: Second Contact: The Wrong Stuff! (feat. Nicole Gugliucci) appeared first on The ESO Network.

Last time that we discussed Invincible we talked about how it stands many of the superhero tropes on its head and gives powerful characterizations without wallowing in cynicism as so many series do. In this episode we take a look at the third season of Amazon Prime’s Invincible. We discuss what this season teaches us […] The post The 42cast Episode 277: Full Marks appeared first on The ESO Network.

Episode 47 — From Star Trek to Van Life This episode of Have Coffee Will Travel looks a little different…because it is. For the first time, Shawn set up a camera and filmed the podcast while recording the audio. Why? Because he's gearing up to launch a new YouTube project called The Long Way Around. […] The post Episode 47 — From Star Trek to Van Life appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim discusses Director Larry Cohen’s Horror-Comedy “The Stuff,” starring Michael Moriarity, Andrea Marcovicci, Garrett Morris, Paul sorvino, Danny Aiello, Patrick )O’Neal, Scott Bloom, and several 80s notables from film and television. This dark look at consumerism and the foibles of the “Me” Generation has developed quite a cult following during the 41 years since its […] The post The Stuff | Episode 506 appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Music of 1976 This week we set the controls to the heart of 1976 to revisit some of the great music that came out that year! Of course, we cover the biggie, Frampton Comes Alive. We also report on three of the biggest movements of ’76 — Prog, Glam, and Disco. Along the way, we […] The post Modern Musicology #161 – The Music of 1976 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 722! In the wake of last week’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame episode, Kevin and the Mayor check out documentaries about two of the nominees: Luther Vandross and Jeff Buckley. (Kevin also stumbled upon a 1985 movie starring Tatum O’Neal and Irene Cara that we suspect has never been seen by anyone […] The post Flopcast 722: Uncertain Fury appeared first on The ESO Network.

After more than six decades, Doctor Who remains one of the most imaginative franchises in television history — but in 2026, the show stands at a fascinating crossroads. Where is the TARDIS headed next? What has the modern era done right, what's been lost along the way, and what does the series need now to […] The post Doctor Who in 2026: Evolution, Reinvention… or a Rest? Live From Pensacon appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, the EARTH STATION TREK crew will reach “300th Night,” the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s first season! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #starfleetacademy #300thnight The post Starfleet Academy “300th Night” – Earth Station Trek – Episode 253 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 24 “First Flight,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. Archer finds out that an old colleague, A.G. Robinson, has died and this prompts him to tell T’Pol the story of how he, AG, and Trip committed serious crimes back when they were test pilots trying […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 76: The Wrong Stuff! (feat. Nicole Gugliucci) appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with a discussion of the Monkees episode “Too Many Girls” and reflecting on the life and legacy of Neil Sedaka. Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #toomanygirls #imabeliever #steppinstone #neilsedaka #mickydolenz #mikenesmith #davyjones #petertork The post Too Many Girls – Monkeeing Around – Episode 78 appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 105: Unusual English Words. Tasked with providing a Polish colleague with teaching them a new English word every day, Paul has scoured the English language to find some old and obscure words. Dan Shawn and a virtual Kacey throw in their own selection for good measure. With a brief […] The post Cosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 105: Unusual English Words. appeared first on The ESO Network.

Love at Dragon Con: Real Couples Share Their Meet-Cute Stories Can you really meet your soulmate at Dragon Con? In this episode of The Dragon Con Report, we sit down with attendees who met their significant others at the convention… and are still rolling initiative together years later. From chance encounters in crowded hotel lobbies to […] The post The 2026 Dragon Con Report Episode 2: Love is in the air at Dragon Con appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep60 – The Duo Defy Back in his iceberg headquarters, Mr. Freeze persuades the kidnapped Professor Isaacson to build him a thermodynamic ice ray beam. He issues an ultimatum that he will begin freezing the entire country if his demands are not met, then gives a demonstration of his weapon. As the […] The post BatChums Episode 96 – The Duo Defy appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, the hosts sit down with acclaimed entertainment research expert and author Kevin Goetz to discuss his fascinating new book, How to Score in Hollywood. For decades, Goetz has been one of Hollywood's most influential voices behind the scenes, shaping how studios understand audiences through movie test screenings […] The post How to Score in Hollywood: Author Kevin Goetz on Movie Test Screenings, Audience Research & Film Success appeared first on The ESO Network.

We all have them. They’re the series that got away. They’re the things that we think about with a wistful “what if..?” as we contemplate what would have happened if one of our favorite series had continued. In this episode we dive deep into the nostalgia well. We discuss the series that we loved that […] The post The 42cast Episode 276: Never Forget appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 721! The new list of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees was just released, and as usual we spend a whole episode kicking it around. And once again we’re joined by writer, publisher, and podcaster (BatChums, Dragon Con Report, Earth Station Who) Michael Gordon! Join us as we recall seeing INXS live, […] The post Flopcast 721: Still Whining About the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast: Don’t Die. This week we are talking about the weirdest movie we’ve ever seen Good Luck Have Fun Don’t Die. In science we talk about AI wants to nuke everyone, bird drones, one million satellites, and smart underwear. In Nerd News we discuss the new Mandalorian trailer, Spider Noir, Mortal Kombat 2, […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Don’t Die appeared first on The ESO Network.

Welcome to the first Episode of The Legends of the DCU Podcast! This week Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs begin their review of The Sandman Season 2. Dick Grayson starts training with Batman just weeks after his parents' death, juggling school and grief while facing early threats like Two-Face and Clayface, even as a new […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode #1 (Legacy #440) – Season of Mists appeared first on The ESO Network.

In the new episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, three characters deal with the aftereffects of trauma via theatre, while we visit SAM’s homeworld, Kasq, for the first time (sort of). Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #starfleetacademy #thelifeofthestars #theatre #ourtown #marywiseman The post Starfleet Academy “The Life of the Stars” – Earth Station Trek – Episode 252 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 23 “Regeneration,” now that Maria and Jamie have watched it.  We all generally liked this episode but just couldn't turn off the portion of our brain that wouldn't stop whispering the word “continuity.” And, in our Read Alerts section, we […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 75: Second Contact: Tip of the Iceborg! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep59 – Ice Spy Mr. Freeze is back in town, and has plans to build an icy weapon that will have the world at his control. With help from Glacia Glaze, the renowned ice skater, he captures Professor Isaacson and tries to extract the secret formula for instant ice from him. Mr. […] The post BatChums Episode 95 – Ice Spy appeared first on The ESO Network.

Joe discusses the Doctor Who episode The Fires of Pompeii and Toni makes some noise. 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 195: The Fires of Pompeii (The Rule of At Least 3) appeared first on The ESO Network.

Episode 46: Showgirls VS Alien This week, we dove headfirst into the neon chaos of Showgirls. Leah had seen it years ago. Shawn had not. We pressed play with cautious optimism. That optimism did not survive. The acting feels loud, awkward, and strangely theatrical. The story wanders. Characters make choices that defy logic. And yes, […] The post Showgirls VS Alien appeared first on The ESO Network.

Halftime! Super Bowl 60 was held on February 8, featuring a halftime show by Latin superstar Bad Bunny (with special guests Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin), and a pre-game performance by neo-punks Green Day. But in reaction against this, there was a second, independant “All American” halftime show featuring Kid Rock, Gabby Barrett, Lee Brice, and Brantley Gilbert. Both shows had their controversies […] The post Modern Musicology #160 – Halftime! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Gone With the Wind is an epic film that released in 1939. Adapting the novel of the same name, it told the tale of Scarlet O’Hara throughout the years of the Civil War and reconstruction. The movie was a huge hit both in the United States and internationally. Adjusted for inflation it is the highest […] The post The 42cast Episode 275: Frankly My Dear… appeared first on The ESO Network.

Madeline Brumby joins Jim for a look at the 1944 Universal Classic “House Of Frankenstein,” starring Boris Karloff, J Carrol Nash, Lon Chaney Jr, John Carradine, Lionel Atwill, Anne Gwynne, Peter Coe, Glenn Strange, and Michael Mark. It is 15 years after the Wolfman and the Frankenstein Monster downed when the dam was blown up […] The post House Of Frankenstein | Episode 504 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 720! Back in the 70s and 80s, the television broadcast of The Wizard of Oz was a hugely anticipated annual event. The kids had their Wizard of Oz dolls from Mego, and their Wizard of Oz comic book from Marvel and DC, just to get them through the long year between viewings. But […] The post Flopcast 720: The Wizard of Oz 1925 – Duck Problems appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs say good-bye to the Earth Station DCU! While it has been a great ten year run it is time to transform into something new. In Absolute Superman #7–11, Kal-El faces off against Brainiac as the alien tries to break Superman and force him to […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 439 – The End? appeared first on The ESO Network.

It’s All Worlds Day (aka Spring Break) at Starfleet Academy and the students disperse for separate adventures! Darem gets married and Jay-Den is his best man; meanwhile Genesis and Caleb make a connection alone on campus. This week we review episode 7, “Ko’Zeine.” Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive […] The post Starfleet Academy “Ko’Zeine” – Earth Station Trek – Episode 251 appeared first on The ESO Network.

One Piece originally started as a manga series 29 years ago and has run continuously ever since. An anime adaptation followed two years later and has continued to adapt the story from the manga. Now, Netflix is producing a live action series that tells the story of the Straw Hat Pirates. In this episode we […] The post The 42cast Episode 274: Companion Piece appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 23 “Regeneration,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. Plus, we’ve got the Bad Astronomer himself, Phil Plait, joining us this week to talk about this episode and his personal connection to it. This week Enterprise breaks new and innovative ground in the canon of Staaaaaahp […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 74: Tip of the Iceborg! (feat. Phil Plait) appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this episode of The Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, the crew shines the spotlight on the greatest female Broadway musical film stars who dazzled audiences both on stage and on the silver screen. From Broadway legends who conquered Hollywood to film icons who brought theatrical magic to movie musicals, we explore the careers, performances, and cultural […] The post Great Female Broadway Musical Stars | From Stage to Screen Legends appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep58 – Flop Goes the Joker When the Joker takes advantage of his vandalism of fine art being appreciated as pop art itself, Batman must discover his true scheme. Episode aired Thursday, March 23, 1967 Director: George Waggner Writer: Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman/Bruce Wayne Burt Ward – Robin/Dick Grayson […] The post BatChums Episode 94 – Flop Goes the Joker appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast: New Vegas. Viva New Vegas this week we got a weird show for you. All my co-hosts were eaten by Deathclaws, but the show must go on, so I’m doing a solo show about Fallout season 2. In science we talk about emo robots, Japan has lasers, Scottish curling, and Roman poop […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: New Vegas appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 719! The Mayor is back in Chickentown with a full report on her trip to Los Angeles for Gallifrey One, the long-running annual Doctor Who convention! Including: The 1986 Doctor Who USA Tour! The Mayor’s panel about the Doctor’s companions! A quick bonus visit to the Comic-Con Museum in San Diego! A special […] The post Flopcast 719: Gallifrey One – Meat Journey appeared first on The ESO Network.

Mark Maddox joins Jim for a look at a classic Sci-Fi from 1976 – “Logan’s Run,” starring Michael York, Jenny Agutter, Richard Jordan, Peter Ustinov, Farrah Fawcett-Majors, and Lara Lindsay. The story centers around a dystopian society where people are eliminated upon reaching the age of 30. One man, a “Sandman” who hunts those on […] The post Logan’s Run | Episode 503 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs are on the run! When a teammate disappears, the Birds plunge into a dangerous hunt for answers—just as the Shadow Army launches a devastating strike that puts Oracle directly in the line of fire in Birds of Prey #20 thru 24. In Batman: Full […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 438 – On the Run appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew reviews Starfleet Academy “Come, Let’s Away,” in which Tarima and Caleb connect, we get a second visit from Nus Braka, and a new Big Bad is revealed, plus a whole lot more! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek […] The post Starfleet Academy “Come, Let’s Away” – Earth Station Trek – Episode 250 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 22 “Cogenitor,” now that Maria and Bill have watched it and can tell us all their opinions on Trip's relationship with the cogenitor, Malcolm's sensual cheese-eating, and the shocking decision Archer makes at the end of the episode. Plus, returning […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 73: Second Contact: Men Are From Vulcan, Women Are From Betazed! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep57 – Pop Goes the Joker When the Joker takes advantage of his vandalism of fine art being appreciated as pop art itself, Batman must discover his true scheme. Episode aired Wednesday, March 22, 1967 Director: George Waggner Writer: Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman/Bruce Wayne Burt Ward – Robin/Dick Grayson […] The post BatChums Episode 93 – Pop Goes the Joker appeared first on The ESO Network.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine broke the mold on Star Trek series. It was a Star Trek series that stayed in one place. The emphasis was placed not on exploring strange new worlds but on developing characters and relationships over time. As a result it was also the first Star Trek to pioneer the development […] The post The 42cast Episode 273: Boldly Going Nowhere appeared first on The ESO Network.

Episode 45: 50 First Dates kicks off with a very important update: Shawn's hair. After shaving his head since his twenties, he finally let it grow out. The results land somewhere between Captain Picard and a clown, and yes, that comparison sets the tone for what follows. From there, we move into the heart of […] The post 50 First Dates appeared first on The ESO Network.

Heart‘s debut album, Dreamboat Annie, was released 50 years ago on February 14, 1976. This week we look back at the legacy and career of one of the most important and trailblazing American rock bands. Alan and Stephanie are joined by Marva Rodriguez, lead singer of the tribute band Heartisans, to talk about some of our best […] The post Modern Musicology #159 – HEART 50th Anniversary appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 718! It’s been over a year, but we’re finally returning to The Super Dictionary, that bizarre book from the 70s that taught vocabulary to the children using DC Comics superheroes. This time we’re learning (sort of) about words starting with H, I, and J. But because this book is so weird, we’re really […] The post Flopcast 718: The Super Dictionary – Hawkgirl Has a Gizzard appeared first on The ESO Network.

What if you shined the spotlight on 21st Century artists who loved painting, drawing and sketching classic monsters from the 20th Century? That’s exactly what Author Anthony Taylor has done in his new book “Classic Monsters, Modern Art : 20th Century Horror in the 21st Century. Taylor, along with MONSTER ATTACK! regular and award-winning artist […] The post Classic Monsters, Modern Art| Episode 502 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs discus the upcoming DC Television shows. Abin Sur arrives in Evergreen to pass judgment on its people—including Jo Mullein and Hal Jordan—while leaving everyone uncertain whether he is a friend or foe and what consequences his verdict will unleash in Absolute Green Lantern #1-4. […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 437 – Absolute DC TV & More appeared first on The ESO Network.

The crew of Earth Station Who step into one of the most emotional and thought-provoking adventures of the Eleventh Doctor era as they review “The Girl Who Waited.” Join the team as they explore this powerful Doctor Who episode starring Matt Smith, Karen Gillan, and Arthur Darvill, diving into themes of time, sacrifice, love, and […] The post Earth Station Who Reviews the Girl Who Waited appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, one of our new cadets delves into a centuries-old mystery to try and discover truths about a Starfleet legend — but learns more about herself along the way. There is a LOT to talk about in our show tonight, and there WILL be spoilers, so make sure you’ve […] The post Starfleet Academy “Series Acclimation Mil” – Earth Station Trek – Episode 249 appeared first on The ESO Network.

In 1984, during the height of popularity of “Weird Al” Yankovic’s smash hit parody “Eat It”, Al did something inexplicable. He hosted the ABC television network’s Saturday Morning Cartoon Preview Special, which was filmed at historic theme park Knott’s Berry Farm, accompanied by mascot-costumed versions of Scooby and Scrappy Doo. You can’t get much more […] The post Luke Ski’s Animation & Stuff Podcast – Episode 13: Weird Al And Scooby Go To Knotts Berry Farm – featuring David “Doggans” Ganssle, with Tony Goldmark appeared first on The ESO Network.