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Travelers is a Netflix original series about time travelers from a bleak future coming back to improve our world. The series broke with several conventions of the time travel sub-genre while mixing together other elements from various time travel series to create a unique experience that resonated with many fans. In this episode we discuss […] The post The 42cast Episode 256: Welcome to the 21st appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 700! We didn’t make any big plans for our big 700th episode, because that would have required effort, which is frowned upon around here. Instead we have a hastily assembled pile of random stuff, just for you. Including: Our ongoing cluelessness about Buc-ee’s! An update on our favorite Bugaloo from Dragon Con! The […] The post Flopcast 700: Flop Like the Wind appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast: Dark Wolf. This week we watch the Amazon Prime series Terminal List Dark Wolf an origin story. Spoiler alert we loved it. In science we talk brain implants, going to the moon, inappropriate laughter, and old skulls, In Nerd News we discuss Mando and Grogu, Star Wars Visions, Shadow’s Edge, and Edge […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Dark Wolf appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this episode of Earth Station Who, the crew reviews the Big Finish audio drama Doctor Who: The Second Doctor Adventures – James Robert McCrimmon. Featuring Michael Troughton as the Second Doctor and Frazer Hines reprising his iconic role as Jamie McCrimmon, this release brings Patrick Troughton's era back to life in thrilling new ways. […] The post appeared first on The ESO Network.

We are joined this week by our good friend, Vandy Beth Glenn, who suggested our topic for tonight: “20th-century obsessions of Starfleet characters we know, and why there doesn’t seem to be any movies, TV series, or pop music between now and the 23rd century.” Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast […] The post 20th Century in the Future – Earth Station Trek – Episode 233 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We're watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 14 “Stigma,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. T’Pol has to deal with some of the repercussions from the episode “Fusion,” Phlox has to explain HIPPA laws to Archer, and Trip has an exciting B-plot involving one of Phlox’s wives. Also, all the Vulcans lie […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 55: Oops, I hate it again! appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 100: PIZZA!!. This week we hit the century and to celebrate this achievement we talk about the very thing we have not yet spoken about. PIZZAS!! Yes, today we delve into the world of the flat pie from Italy, or did it originate somewhere else. The different styles […] The post Cosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 100 – PIZZA!! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep38 – The Joker’s Hard Times The Joker continues his zodiac theme as the Dynamic Duo pursues him. Episode aired Thursday Jan 12, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writers: Stephen Kandel & Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman Burt Ward – Robin Alan Napier – Alfred (credit only) Neil Hamilton – Commissioner […] The post BatChums Episode 74 – The Joker’s Hard Times appeared first on The ESO Network.

Completing the trifecta of the “Escape From Vault Disney” Yule Loggers, we have preeminent lesbian mad scientist Agatha Vile, the great granddaughter of Dr. Vile, the villain from “The Little Mermaid” Animated Series Season 3 Episode 3 “Island Of Fear”. While ‘lesbian' is not part of her job title, it does tie into the fact […] The post Luke Ski's Animation & Stuff Podcast – Episode 8: Crab Experiments – featuring Agatha Vile appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 699! Our Dragon Con review finally concludes, just in time for us to get ready for next year’s Dragon Con. We’re looking at the last two days of the convention, including: Muppet talk with Muppet performers/designers Bill Barretta, Kevin Clash, Bonnie Erickson, and Dave Goelz! Actual trick-or-treating in the American Sci-Fi Classics Track […] The post Flopcast 699: Dragon Con Review Part 3 – Chicken Grease appeared first on The ESO Network.

Dragon Con 2025 Debrief: Highlights, Hiccups, and Planning Ahead Looking Back at Dragon Con 2025 Join Mike, Jen, and Channing as we sit down to reflect on Dragon Con 2025, sharing both the highlights and the hiccups from this year's convention. From unforgettable events and standout moments to those small challenges every con-goer faces, we […] The post The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 10 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Join the Tales From Hollywoodland podcast as the crew explores the greatest foreign films ever made. From groundbreaking international cinema to timeless foreign classics, we celebrate the artistry, storytelling, and cultural impact of movies from around the world. Perfect for fans of world cinema, film history, and anyone looking to discover the best foreign films […] The post Tales From Hollywoodland: The Greatest Foreign Films of All Time appeared first on The ESO Network.

Madeline Brumby, Shane Morton, and Mark Maddox join Jim for a look at the film that will be shown during the final Silver Scream Spook Show of 2025 – “Frankenstein Meets The Wolman,” starring Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney Jr.,  Patrick Knowles, Lionel Atwill, Ilona Massey, Maria Ouspenskaya, Dennis Hoey, Dwight Frye, and Jeff Corey. This […] The post Frankenstein Meets The Wolfman | Episode 483 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Avatar: The Last Airbender was a popular animated show on Nickolodeon in the mid-00’s. The series depicted a fantasy world based on a blend of European, Asian, and Native American influences inhabited by “benders” who could manipulate a single one of the four elements of earth, fire, water, and air. In every generation an Avatar […] The post The 42cast Episode 255: Story Elements appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the Earth Station Trek gang takes a look back at the most recent season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. How does it stack up to previous seasons? What were our favorite and least favorite episodes? What characters had the best development over the 10 episodes? What are we looking forward to next […] The post Strange New Worlds Season Three Wrap-Up – Earth Station Trek – Episode 232 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 13 “Dawn,” now that Maria and Jamie have watched it. We also discuss the Memory Alpha page on feet and have an extra special edition of Two Truths and a Lie courtesy of our friends over at First Flight Podcast.  […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 54: Second Contact: Only Murders in the Enemy Mine! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep37 – The Zodiac Crimes The Joker returns with a new zodiac-themed crime wave. Episode aired Wednesday Jan 11, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph Writers: Stephen Kandel & Stanford Sherman Cast: Adam West – Batman/Bruce Wayne Burt Ward – Robin/Dick Grayson Alan Napier – Alfred Neil Hamilton – Commissioner Gordon Stafford Repp – […] The post BatChums Episode 73 – The Zodiac Crimes appeared first on The ESO Network.

Joe and Toni discuss the Rule of Two Thirds, Master Exposure, and the Doctor Who episode Utopia. 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 191: Utopia (U Talkin’ Utopia To Me?) appeared first on The ESO Network.

Casablanca The Movie Review Episode! ☕ Have Coffee Will Travel – Episode 35: Casablanca, Canada Post & Cosmic Pizza Milestones In this episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, your hosts Shawn and Leah settle in with their favorite brew and take you on a ride through film history, small business hustle, postal politics, and a […] The post Casablanca – Have Coffee Will Travel Podcast appeared first on The ESO Network.

Step into the spotlight with the Tales From Hollywoodland podcast as the guys share their favorite Broadway shows and classic musicals. From timeless productions to modern hits, we delve into the magic of Broadway theater, featuring unforgettable performances and the shows that have left the biggest impact on stage and screen. Perfect for fans of […] The post Tales From Hollywoodland: The Crew's Favorite Broadway Shows and Musicals appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim looks back at the top grossing film of 1985 – Robert Zemeckis’ classic “Back To The Future,” starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover, Thomas wilson, Claudia Wells, Marc McClure, Wendy Jo Sperber, George DiCenzo, Frances Lee McCain,James Tolkan and Billy Zane. The story centers around Marty McFly (Fox) accidentally travelling […] The post Back To The Future | Episode 482 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast: Wednesday on a Monday. This week we take a look at Wednesday season 2. In Blowing Smoke we finish up our Dragoncon Interviews with Comedian Ian Harris, Artist Tony Moy, and comic book artist and animater Stephan Franck. In Nerd News we talk Marvel Zombies, Daredevil season 3, Anaconda, The Haunted Forest, […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Wednesday on a Monday appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs dive into the first two episodes of Creature Commandos. Bruce Wayne confronts his tragic past and begins transforming into a physically imposing vigilante, miscalculates a high-stakes gambit against Black Mask that plunges Gotham into chaos, and faces escalating consequences as the city spirals into […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 418 – Creature Commandos Part I appeared first on The ESO Network.

The world was altered forever in 1987 when Star Trek: The Next Generation first hit the airwaves. Continuing the story of the original Star Trek, the show brought the series back for a new generation of viewers, updating the premises and effects and revitalizing Star Trek fandom into something that would last well into the […] The post The 42cast Episode 254: Talkin’ ‘Bout My Generation appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the USS Earth Station Trek is visited by Matt and Elaine Sweatman who have just completed their watch-through of Star Trek: The Next Generation Season 6 and they’re ready to file their report! What were their favorite episodes? Any they didn’t like? How does Season 6 stack up to previous seasons? We’ll find […] The post TNG Season Six with Elaine and Matt Sweatman – Earth Station Trek – Episode 231 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we are joined by Derek Miner and Fred Velez to look back on the life and career of Bobby Hart and his incredible impact on The Monkees and pop culture. Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #bobbyhart #boyceandheart The post Bobby Hart – Monkeeing Around – Episode 72 appeared first on The ESO Network.

It’s a big week on the good ship EST! First we’ll be talking about the launch of two new Star Trek series: Scouts (the new pre-school animated show) and Khan (the new dramatic podcast series). We’ll give you an overview and our initial reviews of each. Then, we’ll be seeking out “New Life and New […] The post Beginnings and Endings – Earth Station Trek – Episode 230 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We are taking a short break from Star Trek Enterprise this week to bring you this special bonus episode about Quantum Leap. Jamie tells Maria and Bill about her experience watching Quantum Leap for the first time after having already seen quite a bit of Scott Bakula in Enterprise. Sound assistance by K.O. Myers at […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 52: Away Mission to Quantum Leap! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep35 – The Contaminated Cowl The Mad Hatter has escaped from prison, and is on a quest to add Batman’s cowl to his collection of hats. He attends Gotham City’s annual headdress ball disguised as the Three-tailed Pasha Of Panchagorum, and snatches a large ruby off of columnist Hattie Hatfield’s headdress. The […] The post BatChums Episode 71 – The Contaminated Cowl appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast rides the Dragon again. This week we recap our adventures at this years DragonCon. In Science we talk Brains and sci-fi with Dr Robert Hampson, Neuroscientist and author. We talk space drones with Surface Mission planner Kim Steadman, and we talk cyber threats with Kurt Opsahl. This week I’m smoking the Filthy […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Dragoncon 2025 Wrap-Up appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 696! It’s the shocking conclusion of our second Saturday Night Live character FlopFight tournament, and Dragon Con American Sci-Fi Classics Track co-director Joe Crowe is still here providing expert commentary. Our competitors may include a pair of insecure bodybuilders, a simple caveman, a lady with a less-than-positive attitude, and perhaps even the devil […] The post Flopcast 696: SNL FlopFight Part 4 – Girlybirds appeared first on The ESO Network.

Epic Horror Universe – Orlando Theme Park Adventures This week on Have Coffee Will Travel, Shawn and Leah take you along on a whirlwind Orlando adventure packed with thrills, chills, and more than a little sticker shock. Joined by Wyatt, they set off midweek for a short but action-filled trip that had them walking miles, […] The post Epic Horror Universe appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim revisits an old monster favorite now celebrating its 85th Anniversary – “The Mummy’s Hand,” starring Dick Foran, Peggy Moran, Wallace Ford, Tom Tyler, George Zucco and Cecil Kellaway. An Archaeologist (Foran) and his buddy (Ford) are seeking the tomb of Princess Ananka without much luck until they meet a magician (Kellaway) and his daughter […] The post The Mummy’s Hand | Episode 480 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs say goodbye to Superman & Lois as the show comes to an end. The team must choose between saving Cassandra Cain or rescuing the Amazons, all while battling mind control and chaos in a high-stakes showdown In Birds of Prey #17. Dinah and Sin […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 417 – It Went by So Fast appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week has pod-ception on The 42cast as we release a podcast episode about a TV show about a true crime podcast about true crime podcast fans solving true crimes. Of course we are talking about the comedy murder-mystery hit, Only Murders in the Building. In this episode we talk about the trio of Steve […] The post The 42cast Episode 252: Pod People appeared first on The ESO Network.

On this episode of the Earth Station Who Podcast, the crew reviews the two-part Doctor Who story “Daleks in Manhattan” and “Evolution of the Daleks.” Join us as we dive into the Tenth Doctor's adventures with Martha Jones in 1930s New York, exploring the Daleks' sinister experiments, classic sci-fi themes, and the story's place in […] The post Doctor Who Review: Daleks in Manhattan & Evolution of the Daleks appeared first on The ESO Network.

After taking a week off for Dragon Con, the EARTH STATION TREK gang is back to play a little catch-up and review the two latest episodes: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 episodes 8 and 9 — “Four-and-a-Half Vulcans” and “Terrarium.” But first we’ll have a little Dragon Con recap for you! Earth Station […] The post Four-and-a-Half Vulcans and Terrarium – Earth Station Trek – Episode 229 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we see the long-awaited return of Cosmic Pizza Podcast Extra Toppings. In episode 11 we Meet David Sedaris. The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Extra Toppings Episode 11: Meet David Sedaris. This week we see the long-awaited return of Cosmic Pizza Podcast Extra Toppings. In episode 11 we Meet David Sedaris.David Sedaris is the […] The post Cosmic Pizza Podcast Extra Topping Episode 11 – Meet David Sedaris appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we're on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 12 “The Catwalk,” now that Maria and Bill have watched it and can tell us exactly how much of a whiney baby they think Malcolm was acting throughout this episode. Plus, in our Mammary Alpha segment we discuss the Memory […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 51: Second Contact: I’m Too Sexy for This Episode! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep34 – The Catwoman Goeth Though Batman escapes the Sandman’s trap, Robin is left to wander in a deadly maze. A clue leads Batman to Catwoman’s lair, where he informs her of Sandman’s plans to elope with J. Pauline Spaghetti and keep her fortunes to himself. Enraged by the Sandman’s trickery, Catwoman […] The post BatChums Episode 70 – The Catwoman Goeth appeared first on The ESO Network.

In the days before streaming, genre television was limited. However, Fox generated a lot of new content to supplement what was on the more traditional networks and cable began producing its own fair share in the 90’s. In this episode we take a look at the various genre TV series of the 90’s. We talk […] The post The 42cast Episode 251: Television of the 90’s appeared first on The ESO Network.

Universal Horror Nights and Etsy Shipping Scare! On this week's episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, we're diving into both spooky thrills and some truly frightening news for small business owners. First, we share our excitement for our upcoming trip to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando. From haunted houses to terrifying scare zones, […] The post Universal Horror Nights and Etsy Shipping Scare appeared first on The ESO Network.

Celebrate the 100th episode of Tales From Hollywoodland as the hosts dive into the greatest movies of all time, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces. Discover what makes these iconic films unforgettable and why they continue to shape the history of cinema. A must-listen for movie lovers and film buffs! We want to hear from […] The post Tales From Hollywoodland 100th Episode | The Greatest Movies of All Time appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 695! A few months back, to celebrate Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary, we did a whole FlopFight tournament of SNL characters. (If you’re keeping score, the winner was Will Forte’s Falconer. Of course.) But since so many classic characters didn’t get to play, we thought we’d just do it again. And since this […] The post Flopcast 695: SNL FlopFight Part 3 – Absolutely Marvelous appeared first on The ESO Network.

Remembering OZZY This week the Modern Musicologists, joined by our very good friend Matt Alschbach, look back at the life, career, and legacy of OZZY OSBOURNE, who passed away on 22 July 2025. We each talk about how we first discovered Ozzy, some of our favorite eras / albums / songs, our reactions to his final concert […] The post Modern Musicology #144 – Remembering OZZY appeared first on The ESO Network.

Billy Joel Documentary This week the Modern Musicologists are joined once again by our good buddy Matt Alschbach from the Rock and Metal Profs podcast, this time to talk about the brand new Billy Joel documentary, And So It Goes. Our conversation covers Billy’s musical origins, his influence on the musical landscape, the new things we learned from this film, and we each […] The post Modern Musicology #145 – Billy Joel Documentary appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S2 Ep33 – The Sandman Cometh Catwoman and the Sandman have teamed up, and they’re after the fortunes of J. Pauline Spaghetti, a rich insomniac. Catwoman pulls a publicity stunt, getting the Sandman (under the guise of “Dr. Somnambula”) an invitation to Spaghetti’s penthouse – and her financial records. Batman and Robin investigate […] The post BatChums Episode 69 – The Sandman Cometh appeared first on The ESO Network.

Toni and Joe are joined by comic legend Richard Starkings to discuss Proto Amy & Rory and Moffat’s Tricks in the Doctor Who episode Blink. 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 190: Blink (The Blue Gray Episode) appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 694! We’re just days away from Dragon Con, Atlanta’s massive annual gathering of the geeks! And the full schedule of all eight zillion Dragon Con events has been released. So this week, after a quick guest update (Simon Pegg is in! Tom Wilson is out!), we’re looking at our individual schedules, so you’ll […] The post Flopcast 694: Dragon Con Preview Part 2 – See You in Court appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim discusses an adaption of one of his favorite Stephen King books -“Cat’s Eye,” based on two short stories in “Nightshift” and starring Drew Barrymore, James Woods, Alan King, Robert Hayes, Kenneth McMillian, Mary D’Arcy, Candy Clark, James Naughton, Mike Starr, Charles S. Dutton, and directed by Lewis Teague. The three tales that surround the […] The post Cat’s Eye | Episode 478 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Sounds like a great podcast topic, doesn’t it? But no, it’s the title of the new episode of Star Trek — Strange New Worlds Season 3 Episode 7: “What is Starfleet?” We finally get to see the documentary that Beto Ortegas has been working on all season, exploring what Starfleet and the Federation are all […] The post What is Starfleet? – Earth Station Trek – Episode 228 appeared first on The ESO Network.