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The documentary “I've Got a Monster” is now available in select theaters and for rent/purchase on iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, and Vudu. The documentary, directed by Kevin Abrams, focuses on lawyer Ivan Bates' tireless role as the defense attorney for the many victims of Baltimore City police officer, Wayne Jenkins' corruption. Abrams and Bates join me to discuss the film, which shows in painful detail how Jenkins and members of the Baltimore City Police Department's Gun Trace Task Force robbed and imprisoned innocent people for their own financial gain. The documentary meticulously details how in 2017, Jenkins and six other BCPD officers were indicted on racketeering charges, and in doing so, gives voice to those who fell victim to their despicable scheme. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from mm amazing sponsors! I love my Group Text sponsors! Please show them some love... You guys get 15% off your first order when you use code GROUPTEXT at checkout at jennikayne.com promo code GROUPTEXT. Mamas - this is your month. You deserve this!  I've been trying Green Chef recently and I have no idea why I waited so long! Go to GreenChef.com/GROUPTEXT50 and use code GROUPTEXT50 to get 50% off plus free shipping A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for Ep 271 - It Is a Country For the Soul. This podcast is proudly supported by Red Energy - Awarded Australia's most trusted energy provider by Canstar three times. Isn't it time you switched to Red? Head to www.redenergy.com.au SHOW NOTES This week we're brining you the podcast from Italy as Caro joins us from Santa Margherita Ligure and Corrie from Florence. Caro and Corrie share some of their travel highlights so far and some of their must see destinations from this trip and others which often includes museums that were once someone's homes. Vila Durazzo Ligure Santa Margherita Ligure Six Collection Amsterdam The home of Sir John Soane Salvador Dali's House - Portlligat Barbara Hepworth's Sculpture Garden Cornwall In The Cocktail Cabinet for Prince Wine Store Caro and Corrie chat about some of their favourite holiday tipples including Corrie's very memorable (and pricey) gin and tonic at The Villa d'Este Tivoli. Caro's go-to cocktail has been the Amalfi Spritz - grab the ingredients at Prince Wine Store! How to make an Amalfi / Limoncello Spritz Fill a large wineglass about halfway with ice. Pour in the limoncello, then the Prosecco, then the soda water. It's up to you if you want to stir it. Some want the flavors blended, some want the drink to start light and get boozier as you go. Garnish with lemon slices and sprigs of fresh thyme, rosemary or basil, if desired. Use the promo code MESS at www.princewinestore.com.au or instore for your 10% listener discount. And for our interstate poddies – Prince Wine Store can deliver Australia wide. In BSF for Red Energy; Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo The Good House (available via Amazon Instant Video, Google Play, iTunes, and Vudu) Also mentioned The Ice Storm Moussake by Recipe Tin Eats - recipe HERE Dear Caro and Corrie is back - send us your question or dilemma to feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and each week a lucky listener will receive a gift from Ello Botanicals - all natural Australian made facial oils. Email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au or join us on Instagram or Facebook.   This podcast is produced by Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for SEN.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In January, 2023, Erchana Murray-Bartlett set the Guinness World record for running the most consecutive marathons. She ran 150 marathons in 150 days and raised money for Australian wildlife along the way. Erchana started at Cape York, which is in the northern tip of Australia and ran along the coast all the way down to Melbourne.Connect with Erchana: Instagram Tip to Toe website Wilderness Society website Episode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger's new book, Will to Wild Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and Vudu

Izzy Sederbaum is a trans-masculine cyclist and policy scholar who survived a rare cougar attack on a ride outside of Seattle in early 2018. Izzy was hospitalized with severe facial trauma while hateful anti-trans rhetoric filled comment sections of news articles that he had little to no control over. All the hatred pushed Izzy in a direction motivated by love. Today he's working to make cycling more inclusive for people with marginalized identities.Connect with Izzy: Instagram Wild Composite Racing Resources: Take Action: Equality Act REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equalityEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger's new book, Will to Wild Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduCheck out REI's Spring 2023 Editors' Choice AwardsAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming to all people—including transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming people.

Cecil Konijnendijk has been studying, teaching, and advising on urban forestry for more than 25 years. He is interested in how trees can improve our cities, communities, personal lives, and mental health. Cecil came up with a rule he calls 3-30-300 which has become popular among climate change activists and urban tree canopy specialists. The rule encourages seeing at least 3 trees from your window, having 30% canopy coverage in your neighborhood, and having a high quality public green space within 300 meters (340 yards) from your house. Connect with Cecil:Twitter Nature Based Solutions Institute Episode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger's new book, Will to Wild Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduCheck out REI's Spring 2023 Editors' Choice Awards

Cal Calamia has been a runner their entire life, but in 2018, their relationship with the sport changed when Cal came out as trans non-binary. Most races in the US only have two gender categories, men and women, and Cal doesn't fit in either one. In an effort to make space for themself and other non-binary athletes, Cal has become an advocate for gender inclusivity and races across the US.Connect with Cal:  WebsiteInstagramNon-Binary Run Club Book, San FranshitshowResources: REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equalityHuman Rights Campaign article American Civil Liberties Union articleEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger's new book, Will to Wild Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming to all people—including transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming people. 

On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS…, Chris reviews the new season of THE BOYS on Amazon Prime! Get all our episodes at www.chrisakin.net.  Facebook: www.facebook.com/chrisakinpresents Instagram: www.instagram.com/chrisakinpresents Twitter: www.twitter.com/realchrisakin Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCol9mEEohs58oVsvtcnCevA Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode! **NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our […]

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For over a decade, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar© Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This exclusive release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen. Each nominee is released in one of three distinct feature-length compilations according to their category of nomination: Live Action, Animation or Documentary. The films go into theaters around the world shortly after nominations are announced and are not released anywhere else until a few days before the Oscars©, when they are also made available via on demand platforms, including iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Google Play and Vimeo on Demand. The release ensures the greatest number of viewers can see all the nominees before the ceremony, while providing short filmmakers with an unprecedented opportunity to commercialize their movies. Carter Pilcher founded Shorts International in 2000. Coming from a background in both investment banking and law, Carter has made Shorts International the world’s leading short movie Entertainment Company, functioning as distributor, broadcaster and producer. Carter has extensive experience in short movie production and short movie entertainment. He is a voting member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and a member of the Short Film and Feature Animation Branch of The US Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) – the guys who pick the Oscars. For the last five years Carter Pilcher has been the highlight of Oscar season here on Film School. His insight, commitment and love of the short film format and the dedicated people who create them insures a lively and informative conversation on some of the best films you will see all year. For news and updates go to: shorts.tv/theoscarshorts

On Episode 035 of the RETROZEST podcast, Curtis conducts an exclusive interview with MELODY ANDERSON (aka Dale Arden) in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the 1980 Dino De Laurentiis cult classic film, FLASH GORDON (released on December 5, 1980)! Other aspects of Melody's career are discussed as well. Please avail yourself of the following links: Flash Gordon Watch the 1980 FLASH GORDON movie on Amazon Instant Video (pay to rent or buy) by clicking HERE. Watch the 2017 Flash Gordon documentary LIFE AFTER FLASH on Amazon Prime (FREE with membership) by clicking HERE. Watch the original 1936 FLASH GORDON serial film (with Buster Crabbe) for FREE on YouTube by clicking HERE. Watch the 1979 animated series THE NEW ADVENTURES OF FLASH GORDON for FREE on YouTube by clicking HERE. Melody Anderson Check out Melody Anderson's current business: www.counselingbymelody.com Watch Melody Anderson in the movie FIREWALKER on Amazon Prime (FREE with membership) by clicking HERE. Watch Melody Anderson on S1E22 of Battlestar Galactica "Experiment in Terra" (FREE at NBC) by clicking HERE. Watch Melody Anderson on S1E1 of The A-Team "Mexican Slayride" at Amazon Instant Video (pay to buy) by clicking HERE. Read the STARLOG MAGAZINE interview with Melody Anderson (Issue #41 - December 1980) about the Flash Gordon movie by clicking HERE. Note: Click on the page on the right to advance to the next page. Listen (for FREE) to EPISODE 23 of the FORGOTTEN TV PODCAST, which is dedicated to the 1983 NBC TV Series MANIMAL (which starred Melody Anderson) by clicking HERE. Contact Curtis at podcast@retrozest.com, on the RETROZEST Facebook page (facebook.com/zestretro/) or on Twitter (twitter.com/RetroZest).

Episode 18. Kryshan Randel and Ryan Alexander McDonald – Farewell, Treehouse Manor My guests today are Kryshan Randel and Ryan McDonald. Ryan and Kryshan are roommates at a home that has become legendary amongst a certain cohort of Vancouver creative minds and party-goers. It's a secretive Mecha of the creative arts that has been shrouded in mystery and strange rumours that only get wilder with each retelling. Few people have heard the name of this home, and even fewer know the full extent of the finely-tuned chaos that has existed within it's walls. But today, we will hear the amazing story of Treehouse Manor from two of it's inhabitants, who are sadly in the process of a renoviction. Yes, Treehouse Manor will soon be torn down to rubble to make way for more boring townhouses where nothing this cool will ever happen again... Kryshan Randel lives and breathes film. He has been passionate about film-making since he was a baby. Kryshan is a film director and instructor, who has directed dozens of short films, with some of these touring the festival circuit worldwide. His short films have appeared at Sitges, Fantastic Fest, and Fantasia, and have screened on Amazon Instant Video, Movieola, and the Sundance Channel. Kryshan was at the helm for four episodes of the web series, Libelle, the Directors Guild of Canada's Just Watch Us, campaign, and commercials for the smartphone app, Shotlister. Kryshan also does freelance shooting and editing for clients such as BBC America, Netflix, Legendary Pictures, Universal Studios, and Disney. Ryan McDonald is an actor, director, producer, writer, cinematographer, photographer, editor, projection designer, sometimes fight choreographer, occasional slow-motion animator, and life long party thrower. He is like a Swiss Army Knife of film and media skills, a MacGyver when it comes to problem solving, and his leadership has been likened to that of Jean Luc Picard. As a member of the Art Left Creative Group, Ryan has created content for clients such as: Telus, Bard on the Beach, Studio 58, The Vancouver International Film Festival, and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.   LINKS: Treehouse Manor on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/treehousemanor Treehouse Manor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treehousemanor/ Kryshan Randel: https://kryshanrandel.com/ Ryan McDonald: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3692641/ Art Left Creative: https://www.artleftcreative.com/ Art Left Creative on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artleftcreative/   ----more---- For more information or to join the conversation, visit thisamazingstory.com Or send mail to host, Malcolm McMillan. This Amazing Story on Facebook This Amazing Story on Twitter This Amazing Story on Instagram   "Episode 18. Kryshan Randel and Ryan Alexander McDonald – Farewell, Treehouse Manor" was produced by Malcolm McMillan for This Amazing Story. ©2020. This Amazing News Theme Music by Fesliyan Studios https://www.fesliyanstudios.com All other content is copyright 2020 by Malcolm McMillan. All Rights Reserved.   This episode was recorded and produced on the unceded lands of the Squamish, Musqeum, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations people.  

On Episode 026 of the RETROZEST podcast, Curtis discusses two B-movies which are celebrating a 35th anniversary in October 2020 (each movie was released on October 11, 1985): Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins Released on 10/11/1985 (35th Anniversary) Starring Fred Ward, Wilford Brimley, Kate Mulgrew and J.A. Preston Watch the movie on Amazon Prime by clicking HERE. Watch the pilot for the never-picked-up 1988 TV series for free on YouTube by clicking HERE. Stephen King's Silver Bullet Released on 10/11/1985 (35th Anniversary) Starring Gary Busey, Corey Haim and Megan Follows Watch the movie on Amazon Instant Video by clicking HERE. Additionally two epic films celebrating a 60th anniversary in October 2020 are briefly discussed: Spartacus Released on 10/6/1960 (60th Anniversary) Starring Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Jean Simmons, Charles Laughton, Peter Ustinov, John Gavin and Tony Curtis Watch the movie on Amazon Instant Video by clicking HERE. The Magnificent Seven Released on 10/12/1960 (60th Anniversary) Starring Yul Brynner, Eli Wallach, Steve McQueen, Charles Bronson, Robert Vaughn, Brad Dexter, Horst Buchholz, James Coburn Remake of Old West–style remake of Akira Kurosawa's 1954 Japanese film Seven Samurai Watch the movie on Amazon Instant Video by clicking HERE. Watch the 1980 remake of Seven Samurai/The Magnificent Seven, Battle Beyond the Stars, for free on TubiTV by clicking HERE. Contact Curtis at.. podcast@retrozest.com RETROZEST Facebook Page RETROZEST Twitter Page Also, check out our blog at www.retrozest.com.

For more than a decade, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar© Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. For over a decade, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar® Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This exclusive release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen. Each nominee is released in one of three distinct feature-length compilations according to their category of nomination: Live Action, Animation or Documentary. The films go into theaters around the world shortly after nominations are announced and are not released anywhere else until a few days before the Oscars®, when they are also made available via on demand platforms, including iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Google Play and Vimeo on Demand. The release ensures the greatest number of viewers can see all the nominees before the ceremony, while providing short filmmakers with an unprecedented opportunity to commercialize their movies. Carter Pilcher founded Shorts International in 2000. Coming from a background in both investment banking and law, Carter has made Shorts International the world’s leading short movie Entertainment Company, functioning as distributor, broadcaster and producer. Carter has extensive experience in short movie production and short movie entertainment. He is a voting member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and a member of the Short Film and Feature Animation Branch of The US Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) – the guys who pick the Oscars. For the last six years Carter Pilcher has been the highlight of Oscar season here on Film School. His insight, commitment and love of the short film format and the dedicated people who create them insures a lively and informative conversation on some of the best films you will see all year. For news and updates go to: shorts.tv/theoscarshorts Social Media for the Oscar Shorts facebook.com/ShortsTVUS twitter.com/SHORTSTVUS instagram.com/shortstvus Social Media for the Oscars facebook.com/TheAcademy twitter.com/theacademy instagram.com/theacademy

Thinking of giving the gift of music this Christmas but you aren't sure of what kind of music that those special people in your life might appreciate? This week's podcast is a sample of the entire album, "Hymns, Prayers, and Invitations". Listen first and see if you like the music enought to give it as a gift this year, and if you do like it you can buy it at www.RickLeeJames.com, Bandcamp.com, iTunes, CDBaby.com or Amazon.com. Rick lee James live concert movie available on Amazon Instant Video. Also, check out Rick Lee James interview about Advent on CCMMagazine.com You can also purchase Rick's book, Out of the Depths, on Amazon.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

HDTV Buying Guide 2015 Tis the season for us to go wishlist shopping and help you spend your money - one of our favorite times of the year. If you happen to be lucky enough to have budget for a new HDTV this Christmas, but still aren't sure which one to buy, we've got you covered. Unlike years past, we're going to skip the budget categories, and the screen size categories and jump right to our top picks. We each pick three TVs and one ‘money is no object' / ‘dare to dream' TV for you to consider.   For those who don't still have last years buyer's guide handy, here are few of the sets from last year along with their prices. As odd as it sounds, most of the prices actually went up.  Unlike receivers, it may not pay to wait a year to get a set on the list. So check out this year's list and jump on the good deals before they're gone.   Seiki SE50FY35 50-Inch 1080p 60Hz LED TV (was: $349, now: $556) LG Electronics 65LB6300 65-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV (was: $1299, now: $1199) Sharp LC-60LE660 60-Inch Aquos 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV (was: $799, now: $1049) LG Electronics 55EC9300 55-Inch 1080p 3D Curved OLED TV (was: $3499, now: $1797) Sharp LC-90LE657U 90-inch Aquos HD 1080p 120Hz 3D Smart LED TV (was: $6195, now: $6688)   Braden's Picks VIZIO E50-C1 50-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV (2015 Model) ($498) I didn't want to do anything smaller than 55 inches, but a 50 inch TV for $498 is tough to pass up. Especially when Vizio has emerged as a brand that you can trust for the most part to deliver on quality and reliability. They aren't just a value brand anymore, but they maintain an excellent, affordable price point. Full-Array LED: for light uniformity, and up to 12 Active LED Zones for deeper, more pure black levels. Smart TV: built-in high-speed Wi-Fi for apps like Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, and YouTube. You can step up to 4K for $200 more, but at 50” it probably isn't worth it.   Samsung UN65J6200 65-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV (2015 Model) ($1198) Samsung is probably the gold standard these days in HDTV, or at least the most popular brand out there. And 65 inches is probably the sweet spot for really big screens at very reasonable prices if you do some shopping around. This set combines great features with a really affordable price - even for Samsung. Its Smart TV technology allows you to access movies, games, streaming services, and other apps so you can easily get to your favorite media. Surf the web using the built-in Wi-Fi, or use the screen-mirroring feature to play your mobile content on the big screen and you can plug into the USB port to watch your own media. It doesn't have micro-dimming for better contrast, but you can get that for $360 more in the 6300 series.   Sharp LC-70UE30U 70-Inch 4K Ultra HD 120Hz Smart LED TV (2015 Model) ($1931) Sharp tends to be my go-to brand for really big panels at really deep discounts and this TV is no exception. There are some Vizio models that you might want to compare with it, but it packs a punch for under $2000. Sure it's only 5 inches larger than the Samsung UN65J6200, but it is 4K and has local dimming for great contrast. The Revelation Upscaler displays all content at near-4K quality. It even has Smart TV features built on Android TV with access to the Google Play store, so you can customize the Smart TV experience to your liking. The only thing you don't get is HDR, but that's rare right now and costs quite a bit more. Your best bet for HDR is to upgrade to OLED, but that'll easily cost more than double what this TV costs for the same screen size.   Honorable mention: Sansui SLED6516 65-Inch 4K DLED LCD TV 120HZ TV ($899) A 65” 4K TV for $899? You might be rolling the dice on quality and/or reliability, but at $899, it could be worth the gamble. Ara's Picks Last year: LG Electronics 60LF6100 60-Inch 1080p LED Smart TV $865 This year I am all about large format 1080p TVs. I love my 4K Vizio P-Series but after a little more than a year of ownership I can count the number of times I have watched a 4K show on one hand (not including testing for the show). So this year it's about saving money and getting some fantastic TVs at great prices. First up is this 60 inch LG. LGs are actually pretty decent in quality and reliability and for $865 what's not to like? It's not going to blow you away with video processing features. Its 120Hz refresh rate and LED lit. Beyond that it is a smart TV. The main reason for making my list is that it's 60 inches and only costs $865. And it only weighs 52 pounds!   Sharp LC-65LE654U 65-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV $997 It used to be that our list was full of Japanese manufacturers. This year Sharp is the only TV that makes my list from Japan. This is a 120Hz smart TV with good picture quality. Built in Wifi makes it easy to get you streaming video from Netflix and Youtube.   Samsung UN75J6300 75-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV $1997.99 My next TV is a step up in size and quality and two steps up in price. It uses something that Samsung calls Micro Dimming to produce deeper blacks than most LED TVs. Not quite the same as Plasma but unless they are side by side you won't be able to tell. Also a smart TV, the TV has a quad core processor to make that experience better than most. There is also a Wide Color Enhancer to combine with the Micro Dimming to make colors look more lifelike. At just a hair under $2,000 you can have a projector like experience in your family room.   Ultimate Christmas Presents:   LG Electronics 65EF9500 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD Flat Smart OLED TV (2015 Model) ($4998) Looking for the unrivaled picture quality of OLED and at the incredible UHD resolution a 4K TV provides without the goofy curved screen? The EF9500 OLED 4K ULTRA HD TV sports a flat screen that still displays brighter, more accurate colors OLED provides. Immeasurably deep black levels heightens realism in everything you watch. And at 4K resolution*--four times that of Full HD--even the smallest details become crystal clear, for the most lifelike image ever from LG.   Samsung UN85JU7100 85-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV (2015 Model) ($8997) Feel the drama of blacker blacks and brighter brights with striking crispness. With 4K UHD resolution you'll enjoy a picture with 4X the detail of Full HD. See the difference precise color and contrast can make – and a Smart TV experience that puts your favorite content at your fingertips. Plus, this 4K UHD TV complies with the Consumer Electronics Association specification guideline requirements that includes full RGB color resolution. Feel the drama of every entertainment experience with improved black levels and contrast – while bright areas remain bright. Experience a greater sense of depth with optimized contrast across multiple zones of the screen.  

What is the Future of TV? We came across an article written by Jason Hirschhorn posted at LinkedIn titled 7 Deadly Sins: Where Hollywood is Wrong about the Future of TV. It is a very well written, thought provoking article with a great deal of supporting data. And charts. Lots of charts. This is our re-tweet/re-linkedin of Jason's post, with a bit of our own reaction to and discussion of his points.   “Over the past few years, the television landscape has been as dramatic and character-filled as the best of Game of Thrones episodes. To that end, it should come as no surprise that there have been threats that have gone unseen or under-addressed by the major and minor television networks. After a few lively conversations ... we came up with “7 Deadly Sins: Where Hollywood is Wrong about the Future of TV”... Not every threat applies to every network – nor are they equally menacing – but as a whole, we believe they're critical to both understanding and planning for the future of television.” – Jason Hirschhorn   1. By the Time You're Ready for OTT, You've Already Been Supplanted The article surmises that the traditional TV networks are still playing a wait and see game with respect to Over-The-Top content delivery. Not eager to disrupt the existing revenue model, they will hold onto their cash cow for as long as possible before making any drastic shifts in delivery. But this is a risky strategy. While they wait, the OTT providers are growing, expanding, generating more content and gaining viewers. It might even be too late already for some of the traditional providers.   “In the first quarter of 2015, Netflix's 41M US accounts averaged nearly 2 hours of video on the service each day – making the “network” bigger than two of the four major US broadcasters and twice as large as the largest cable network. At its current pace, the OTT giant will become the most popular video provider in the US by the end of 2015. Not to be forgotten, Amazon Instant Video and Hulu are roughly 75th and 100th largest respectively, and continue to grow quarter over quarter.”   Our take: We agree, this is certainly a risky move, but we do see the networks starting to embrace OTT. In fact, CBS's Video Streaming Service Now Offers Live TV In Over 60% Of The U.S. Live TV is something the big OTT providers still aren't doing. Nothing live on Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, etc. With the advent of time-shifting, live may not be all that important anymore, except for events and some contest shows. As long as traditional TV is the only place to get the content live, at the time it is occurring, they still hold a very strong hand. It'll all go OTT eventually. But if traditional TV can hang onto the live content, or if Netflix and Amazon ignore that segment, traditional TV will still be in high demand, either via OTT or the good old living room set.   2. The Future of Millennials and Pay TV Here the article discusses how the younger generations may not reach the point where they want to buy into traditional TV. The theory is that they all will eventually, when they make enough money, have a family, buy a house, etc. But what if that isn't true? What if they decide the right way to consume content is the same way they've gotten used to since adolescence? What impact would that have on traditional TVs revenue model?   “However, Millennials and Gen-Z's are first generations to have these non-traditional substitutes available – and they show levels of engagement with this content that far exceeds that of traditional TV. As a result, we truly cannot know what the future holds. What we do know is that young audiences love these substitutes today.”   Our take: This is a genuine risk. Our children love the big TVs and projectors we have, and they demand watching movies and sports in the traditional way, however they watch a ton of content on their phones and tablets. Braden's two year old is just as content with an iPad as he is with a 100” screen. And when they grown and have kids of their own, their kids will probably be fine with tablets too, so why go traditional TV?   There will always be the enthusiast, the one who wants a big screen and traditional TV for movies, sports, etc. But could this become the exception, not the norm? During the 2000s, pay TV service penetrated nearly 90% of US households. Imagine if even half the households in America didn't have a traditional TV set. This would be a huge cultural shift, but would also be a gigantic blow to traditional TV. There's no reason the big networks couldn't go OTT and thrive in that model, but they're behind.   3. Outdated Organization Model and Priorities The argument here is that the model of thousands of channels to try to appeal to anyone and everyone at any time of the day is broken. Pay TV providers continue to add more channels in an attempt to gain more eyeballs. Love golf? We have a channel for that. Love game shows? Yep, we have that too. But with these extra channels comes a substantial increase in price. Something that is driving millions to cut the cord and drop traditional pay TV.   “In a digital environment, "TV networks" face none of the limits of the linear television model. There's no limit to the amount of programming a network can offer, no cap to the number of genres and demographics it can serve, “no one size fits all” lead in show and no single performance metric. Netflix, for example, is targeting TV and film viewers of all kinds – even kids – under a single brand. This not only creates a simpler consumer offering, but provides Netflix with numerous strategic benefits, such as the ability to program for the individual, rather than a specific channel or genre. Though this approach defies years of industry beliefs around building audiences and launching series, the results speak for themselves. In the first quarter of 2015, Netflix delivered more minutes of video in the United States than two of the four broadcast networks, twice as many as the industry's largest cable network (The Disney Channel) and more than the bottom 117 (of some 200) cable networks combined. What's more, this figure is up an estimated 45% (or 38 billion minutes) year over year.”   Our take: Netflix represents both the broadcaster responsible for generating content and the pay TV provider, like a cable or satellite company, responsible for aggregating it and getting it into your home. This advantage cannot be overstated. CBS generates enough content for their network. A standalone CBS app can't compete with Netflix or Amazon. Same with NBC, ABC, FOX, and others. Either the broadcasters will need to work together to provide a single interface to aggregate all the content in once place, or they will continue to be outpaced by the large digital providers.   4. “Winner Takes Most” Competition This point builds on number 3 and expands it somewhat. The thinking is that all networks benefit in the current model by being in the same distribution package. You can't get just Viacom shows or just Time Warner shows. You get them all, whether you like it or not, and everyone gets paid, whether they deserve it or not. However, online the networks are currently running as separate apps, almost like a la carte programming. Users are free to pick what channels they pay for. This could really hurt traditional TV and make it very difficult to pick up new viewers.   “The average Pay TV household today watches roughly 210 unique hours of television each month, spread across only 17.5 of the roughly 200 channels it receives. Given the surplus of content available and the breadth of content offered by each of the major network groups (which count 13 to 25 24-hour channels apiece), many households will likely find they need only 2-3 consolidated offerings to meet their video needs. What's more, the friction involved in paying for and managing multiple apps will give subscribers an incentive to watch more of the content they've already paid for instead of adding a third or fourth network for another $10 or $20 each.”   Our take: This is a very interesting point that actually applies to any a la carte programming scheme. If you have to pay more to add a channel, will you really do it for just one or two shows, or will you instead find other shows you can enjoy on the networks you're already paying for? This could have a dramatic impact on traditional TV's move to OTT. Competing with the total volume of content available at the digital providers isn't going to be easy. You may be able to pick up a few viewers who really love your shows, but probably not nearly as many as who would have watched something simply because they stumbled onto it while channel surfing.   5. The New TV Bundle “Historically, the TV business has been an end in and of itself, but as Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe has demonstrated, video can also play a far more lucrative role: establishing or supporting a broader storytelling platform. In fact, many digital-first content companies already depend on brand extensions (e.g. events and apparel) to make video ends meet. As the TV bundle is reconstituted and diversified, what role will pureplay TV networks (as opposed to production companies) play? How much value will they be able to capture? How many can survive?”   Our take: This one feels like a non-factor. We may have edited the list down to the 6 deadly sins. There's nothing preventing the traditional TV providers from doing the same bundling available on the digital-first options. Sure, they need to figure out that model, but the only risk here is that they refuse to do so and try to just move the same pureplay content delivery style to OTT. Doing that would be foolish.   6. Loss of the “Middle” This sin points to the fundamental difference between traditional TV viewership and on-demand viewership. In the traditional model, total viewers is king. Ratings are all that matter. Sure ratings in key demographics are important, but you really just want to attract as many viewers as possible. In the on-demand paradigm, user devotion or dedication is what matters. How passionate your viewers are, not how many there are.   “This shift has profound consequences for content monetization – and not just because it challenges decades of network television performance metrics (i.e. ratings). First, true hits will be more valuable than ever before (and thanks to OTT distribution, they'll be bigger, too). Second, content that connects with a passionate but niche audience becomes an asset – not a missed opportunity or failure that needs to “broaden its base” to be renewed. However, the remaining content (shows people watch “if it's on”, but never specifically look for or plan around; broadly targeted but “well-rated” series) will be severely squeezed. Not only does this “middle” content represent the majority of programming today, it dominates the industry's most lucrative revenue stream: syndication. Similarly, the shift to on-demand consumption means that middling content can no longer rely on a strong lead-in program to boost or incubate its ratings. Finally, this tightening will also make select genres particularly hard to program. Much has been said about the death of the sitcom, but comedy tends to be the most particular of tastes. In the on-demand era, comedy lovers no longer need to settle for “I guess that's funny” – making sitcom audiences inevitably small in size.”   Our take: This is a very interesting point. The article quotes Amazon Studios head Roy Price and his claim that a lesser watched show with a more devoted audience is more important to him. He isn't charging for advertising, his viewer has already paid for their subscription. He needs to ensure that user will continue to renew their subscription, which only happens if they have something on the service that they really want. If they're somewhat lackluster about the content, they won't be as likely to return. This is true in our own lives. We watch a bunch of decent shows because they're there. But if we had to pay for them, we might reconsider.   7. The Original Series Crash “In 2014, there were roughly 400 original scripted series on television, up from only 125 at the turn of the century. Though this growth is often attributed to the proliferation of television networks, the majority has stemmed from what might be called the "AMC Effect". For nearly 25 years, AMC existed as a stable, if unambitious Tier 2 cable network. Ratings were reliable, but unexciting; content was strong, but also old; profits reliable, but far from lucrative. With the start of its original series (Mad Men in July 2007, Breaking Bad in January 2008), the network began a rapid turnaround that transformed it into one of the strongest, most prestigious brands in cable. With this newfound fame came increased ratings and added MVPD negotiating power that helped the network grow ad revenue by nearly 200% and affiliate fees by more than 75% over the next seven years.”   “Solving the original series crunch will therefore require a profound change to the television business model, as well as its key performance metrics (not that this isn't already overdue #3). Consider the programming model today. For most of the major networks, programming efforts and spend focus on the “primetime” window, during which the US television audience typically peaks. Though the duration and type (scripted v. unscripted) of content varies, it's the timeslot that defines the number of original series. For digital video providers such as Netflix or Amazon, however, there is no “right” or “required” amount of programming. Are 12 series enough? 13? 20? 40?”   Our take:   Obviously original content isn't going away. But if the traditional providers can no longer rely on the primetime window to artificially boost the popularity of a show. And they can't count on strong lead-ins, they're going to have a glut of unsuccessful shows on their hands. This, for us the viewers, could be awesome. Shows will survive based on how good they are, how many dedicated fans they can draw. Shows we've loved, like Alcatraz and Backstrom, would have a high chance of survival, while other shows that have clearly outlived their prime, would be eliminated. We don't want to see shows eliminated, but if that's what it takes to keep the good ones, we're all for it.  

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Ultimate Home Theater in a Box for 2014 There are so many cheap Home Theater in a Box (HTIB) systems out there, most of which cost less than the price of a single good speaker! And none of them include a TV. You have to wonder how good a system that cheap can actually be? We thought, why not design a complete system, that anyone would be proud to show off but wouldn't break the bank. Our Home Theater in a Box(es) would actually look and sound really good! Minimum components for our system are a HDTV, Blu-ray Player, Receiver, and 7.1 speakers.   For this feature we choose components that we either have direct experience with or have experience with a similar model made by the same manufacturer. In years past we would set a maximum price but this year we are not doing that. We are defining a system that can had by anyone who is serious about home theater. These systems will look and sound great by anyone's definition!   Braden:   Sharp LC-70EQ10U 70-inch Aquos Q 1080p 240Hz Smart LED TV ($1598) My list is all about bang for the buck, and a 70 inch screen for under $1600 fits the bill for me. Of course, you should have bought it when we had it in our HDTV buying guide and it was $100 less, but $1598 is still a good deal.  This model Sharp is a great TV, and really, really big. You aren't getting a projection size home theater, but for most family rooms, 70 inches is more than enough.  And if you can't control ambient light well, the brighter LCD will give you a better overall experience than a really big screen you can't see during the day. This one includes Sharp's proprietary Quattron technology incorporates a fourth yellow subpixel to the standard red, green and blue, giving AQUOS Quattron televisions 33% more subpixels than a standard HDTV, for a total of 8 million subpixels. It is a smart TV and has 240 Hz refresh.   Onkyo TX-NR636 7.2-Ch Dolby Atmos Ready Network A/V Receiver w/ HDMI 2.0 ($449) Sticking with bang for the buck, Onkyo is my go-to brand for entry-level, bang for the buck receivers. If you want to get a bunch of features packed into a small price point, and a receiver that works well and sounds good, this unit from Onkyo is it. Five of the receiver's seven HDMI inputs support 4K video at 60 frames per second with support for HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2.  The Onkyo TX-NR636 doubles the power with two 32-bit processing engines to decode and scale Dolby Atmos to to your home theater layout and to decode a huge variety of HD audio files. With 7 channels of high-current amplification, you can unlock the full experience with in-ceiling height channels or Dolby Atmos-enabled speakers to augment a standard surround sound home theater setup for stunningly detailed sound that comes alive from all directions, including overhead. It has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and the remote app streams any music stored on your phone or tablet.  And it can even locate and stream HD audio from network-attached devices. Qdeo upscaling technology also converts low-res DVDs and games into full 1080p HD or all the way up to 4K if you have an Ultra HD display.   Sony BDPS3200 Blu-ray Disc Player with Wi-Fi ($77) If you can get a Blu-ray player with all the apps you need to watch movies, TV shows and listen to music, there's really no reason to get an external streaming box. This model from Sony has Vudu, the most important app for streaming movies because they consistently have the best quality, and includes the other go-to apps like Netflix, Amazon Instant Video and YouTube. You can also wirelessly stream the display on your compatible Android device directly to your compatible TV with Miracast screen mirroring.  Oh yeah, and it plays Blu-ray movies too.   Klipsch RF-42 II Reference Series 7.1 Home Theater System with SW-450 Subwoofer ($1299) So I'm typically a Denon and a Klipsch fan-boy. Admittedly. Not ashamed. Denon didn't make my list this year because that Onkyo is really tough to compete with. But Klipsch did. A full 7.1 speaker system with two front towers, two bookshelves for the sides and two surround speakers for the rear (or vice versa depending on your room and acoustics), a center and a sub. The surrounds feature exclusive Wide Dispersion Surround Technology (WDST) that enables surrounds to reproduce localized and ambient sounds with unlimited placement flexibility. It is the most affordable set in the reference line, so you can always go bigger, but this set will get you movie theater sound in your home theater. Miscellaneous   Logitech Harmony 650 Remote Control ($60) Hard buttons FTW. $60 for the mega-win. Great remote, ties all your devices together, has hard buttons for everything you need to do, and barely even changes the total budget at all. It's a no brainer.   Add about $100 for cables and a power strip and you should be all set.  Sit back and watch some HDTV.   Summary   Total cost, end to end, for a killer, big screen, 7.1 home theater: $3583.  That's less than a 70” TV cost just a couple years ago. Ara: Samsung UN65H7150 65-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D Smart LED TV ($1,800) This year I am going with at 1080p TV because I think dollar for dollar you will enjoy it more than a 4K TV. This Samsung is an edge lit LED with some local dimming. It does not have as many zones as a direct lit LED but it still produces higher contrast and better black levels than most LCD TVs. Colors are realistic and vivid. Being a Samsung TV means it has a ton of gimmicky smart features that you may or may not like, but you can't fault them for packing it all in.  Some notable features include: Voice Control, dual screen to watch TV and browse the web, and programming recommendations based on your preferences just to name a few. Its one of the best TVs that Samsung makes that's not 4K or curved!   Samsung BD-F5700 Wi-Fi Blu-Ray Player ($70) I normally select the Oppo Blu-ray player but this year I went basic. All blu-ray players do a good job with Blu-rays. What sets apart the Oppo, and other high end units, is how they handle DVD. I figured that if you are buying this system you are probably not one who demands that last 5% out of the picture and this unit will work just fine for you. It has smart features but so does the TV and many receivers. We will just ignore those since the system has a dedicated smart box. Besides, only spending $70 on the Blu-ray leaves us more money for the speakers!   Yamaha RX-V677 7.2-channel Wi-Fi Network AV Receiver with AirPlay ($550) I didn't go with a receiver from my buying guide because for this list I was looking for something that is approachable for most people (although some of you will think that this system is too much anyway). Easy setup and calibration, network features so you can stream music from your favorite service, great Yamaha sound, and Airplay for $550 make this an easy choice for my system.   Hsu Research 7.0 Speaker Package and VTF-1 MK2 Subwoofer ($1,520) I am a huge fan of Hsu Research. My subwoofer always blows people away when I show them what it is capable of. Many have not heard their speakers and I can tell you you will be hard pressed to find better sounding speakers for the money. You'll be on your fourth TV before you want to swap these babies out!   AppleTV ($90) Why get an AppleTV when your Blu-ray player and TV already support the same content. For me its about flexibility. Airplay makes it easy to stream content from my iOS devices to my TV plus I have a lot of purchases in iTunes so my music, TV, and Movies are in Apple's cloud and this device makes it easy to get to. If you are not into Apple you can swap out a Chromcast, Roku 3 or Amazon Fire for roughly the same price.   Miscellaneous This is where we throw in everything else. But in this case there really isn't much else left. Well maybe a cool remote control. A Harmony Remote would tie it all together nicely but if you have a tablet or smartphone you may want to consider a Roomie or iRule remote. Which ever route you choose we are allocating $200.   The last thing to consider are cables, power strips, and connectors. We will allocate an additional $250 for these items as well.   Summary   Last year I went a little higher end which cost ($7,810 plus taxes) more than most people felt comfortable spending, even for a nice system. This year I picked value without compromising on quality and that brought the whole thing in for $4,480 plus taxes!!! That's $3,330 less than last year! I never get tired of saying this but, this system comes in for less than my first HDTV!  

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The Walking Dead: Episode 415 - A (Season Finale)Welcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) catch their breath and dig into the Season 4 Finale, Episode 416, "A." Did the finale go out with a bang? Are Jeff and Heather excited for next year? Why ia Jeff making POLICE ACADEMY references? How many dead baby references are there this week? Also, why is Heather suddenly Internet famous (hint: the reason is awesome)? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion about a lot more; including final thoughts on the season and the series in general... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 416. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Also, while you're at it, don't forget to Like Us On Facebook! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 415 - UsWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) dive deep into the penultimate episode of Season Four, Episode 415, "Us." How did it feel having Rick and Carl back (finally)? Was this a SONS OF ANARCHY cross-over episode? Was the Terminus reveal as fulfilling as expected? What do Heather and Jeff think is in store next week? More importantly, what are we going to do on Sundays after next week? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion about a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 415. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Also, while you're at it, don't forget to Like Us On Facebook! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 414 - The GroveWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) dive deep into the controversial Episode 414, "The Grove." Was the episode really as shocking as The Internet seems to think? Why does Jeff feel the need to clarify that he's actually a loving parent and not a sadistic baby-hater? Does Heather give her stamp of approval on an episode without Rick and Carl? Why are we still arguing that unresponsible arson and moonshine are not character development? How do we feel about the impending end of the season?  Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion about a lot more; including therapy options... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 414. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Also, while you're at it, don't forget to Like Us On Facebook! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 413 - AloneWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) muse over clever two-episode titles and discuss Episode 413, "Alone." Was this episode an improvement on last week's? What is the difference between "Character Development" and "Character Explanation"? What is Team Oreo, and why does Jeff think that Scumbag Sasha is so damn funny? More importantly... One-eyed dogs. Yes, that's a thing. Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion about a lot more. For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 413. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Also, while you're at it, don't forget to Like Us On Facebook! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 412 - StillWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) light shit on fire and get a drink so they can discuss Episode 412, "Still." Why would this episode make an excellent Drinking game? Why do Jeff and Heather feel like concerned parents? Why was The Talking Dead more interesting than the show itself this week? Why do people suddenly insist that THIS counts as character development? Most of all... Who has made "The List"? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more talking points... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 412. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 411 - ClaimedWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) brave the wilderness for Episode 409, "Inmates." How does this episode stack up against last week's? Why were we cringing? What does Rick have in common with John McClane? Why does Abraham remind Heather of Pee Wee's Playhouse? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more talking points... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 411. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 410 - InmatesWelcome back to Dead Already, The Dead Air Podcast's unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) brave the wilderness for Episode 409, "Inmates." Was this episode as good as last week? What do we want to see more of? Who do we want to see less of? Were the revelations as shocking as they tried for? More importantly, what's up with all of this dead baby talk? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more talking points... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 410. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 409 - AfterWelcome back to Dead Already, an unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you byThe Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) hit the road for the midseason premiere, Episode 409, "After." Why is everybody hating on Carl this week? Why is Jeff pretty much screwed in about 7 years or so? Did the episode keep the quality we've been getting, or is the show derailing again? More importantly, how the hell can one person eat that much pudding?! Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more talking points... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 409. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

Skeptics special tonight on AMH Radio with filmmaker Blake Freeman and scientist/skeptic/blogger Sharon Hill.A JOURNEY TO PLANET SANITY is a reality based comedy debunking aliens, psychics & all things paranormal. The film follows Blake Freeman (NOOBZ, MUCHO DINERO) as he takes a 69 year old man named LeRoy on a hilarious cross-country journey in search of TRUTH. LeRoy has spent his life savings trying to protect himself from aliens and ghosts by buying gimmicks and entrusting psychics. Upon discovering LeRoy's plight, Freeman, with LeRoy in tow, decides to put these beliefs and “so called” experts to the test.This hilarious true story of one man's mission to debunk psychics, ghost and aliens that want to probe you opened December 6 in theaters and iTunes, Xbox Live, Amazon Instant Video, DirectTV, PlayStation Network, and cable providers VOD.Sharon Hill has been an active member of the skeptical community since 1993. In 2006, she began her blog “Doubtful,” which covers topics relating to paranormal happenings, cryptozoology, anomalous natural phenomena, science & society and general skeptical goodness. Her day job is geologist and policy specialist. She has a Masters degree in education, specializing in Science and the Public and runs the critical thinking newsblog, Doubtfulnews.com

The Walking Dead: Episode 408 - Too Far GoneWelcome back to Dead Already, an unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) batten down the hatches and discuss the midseason finale, Episode 408, "Too Far Gone." How has spoiler culture affected social media interaction for fans of the show, and who's responsibility is it to avoid spoilers? Was this just a do-over to make up for the lackluster Season 3 finale? How much of this episode comes from the comics? What do Jeff and Heather want to see in the second half of the season? Why are they sad that both of them were right in their predictions last week? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 408. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 407 - Dead WeightWelcome back to Dead Already, an unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) take another trip with the Governor and discuss Episode 407, "Dead Weight." How do Jeff and Heather feel about another Governor-centric episode? Why does the Internet hate everything? What does all of this have to do with Friday The 13th? What might lay ahead in the midseason finale? More importantly, why won't the Governor play doubles golf? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 407. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 406 - Live BaitWelcome back to Dead Already, an unofficial Walking Dead podcast; brought to you by The Liberal Dead, GenreWatch, and Viewer Discretion Advised! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net) dig into the most divisive episode of this season yet: Episode 406, "Live Bait." Why do Jeff and Heather share the unpopular opinion that Hobo Governor is a breath of fresh air? Why are people hating on GIFs? Is Norman Reedus' screentime directly correlated to the quality of a Walking Dead episode? What could be instore next week? How many bad impressions will Jeff do this week? More importantly, does the Governor love him some ROAD HOUSE? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 406. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 405 - InternmentWelcome back to Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net - curator of all things horror at Viewer Discretion Advised) return from an unplanned break to discuss the latest episode of the show: Episode 405, "Internment." Why are Jeff and Heather so happy this week? How long until Hershel goes full-on Santa Claus? What's up with those dogs, and where are all the cats? How much of a creeper is Lizzie this week? More importantly, how about that ending?! Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 405. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episodes 403 & 404 - Isolation & IndifferenceWelcome back to Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net - curator of all things horror at Viewer Discretion Advised) return from an unplanned break to discuss two episodes of the show: Episode 403, "Isolation," and Episode 404, "Indifference." Why was there no episode last week? Is Heather any happier with where things are heading on the show? Why does Jeff actually think that Talking Dead was worth watching for once? How many times does Jeff go Rastafarian this week? More importantly, what the hell is with all of the one-word episode titles that start with an "I"? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episodes, head on over and read Heather's review of Episode 403 and her review of Episode 404. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 402 - InfectedWelcome back to Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net - curator of all things horror at Viewer Discretion Advised) come to you live from the Toronto After Dark Film Festival to discuss Episode Two of Season Four, "Infected". Does this episode make up for the previous one? Why does Jeff keep offending people? Why is Heather cringing after watching the episode? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of it. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 401 - 30 Days Without An AccidentWelcome back to Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Heather (@VDA_Net - curator of all things horror at Viewer Discretion Advised) dig into the Season 4 premiere, "30 Days Without An Accident". Was this a proper start to the new season, or was it dead on arrival? Why is there Harry Potter cosplay in te zombie apocalypse? Who gives a crap about all of the romantic stuff? What the hell is wrong with Bob? More importantly, what does any of this have to do with the Irish? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... For a full, spoiler-filled recap of this week's episode, head on over and read Heather's review of it. If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 400 - Season 4 PreviewWelcome back for the return of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by his new co-host, Heather (@VDA_Net - curator of all things horror at Viewer Discretion Advised), to discuss the upcoming season. What happened to Shawn and James? How hard does Heather geek out for all things Walking Dead? What are we excited about this season? How many times does Jeff shed tears for T-Dawg? Tune in for the answers to these questions and discussion of a lot more... If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for all episodes that have previously aired... Watch before you listen!

Dead Air: Episode 30 - The Purge (2013) "Survive The Night" This week on the show, Shawn and James are on vacation, but Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by special guest Kirk Haviland (of Movie Junkie TO, among other sites) to dig deep into James DeMonaco's hit thriller, The Purge! Why is there no "What We've Been Watching" segment this week? Is the movie just a Strangers knock-off? Is Ethan Hawke swimming in moneybags these days? More importantly, is the movie worth your time? All of these burning questions will be answered... If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Looking to rent The Purge (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of The Purge, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Dead Air: Episode 29 - Aftershock (2013) "The Only Thing More Terrifying Than Mother Nature Is Human Nature" This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD), Shawn  (@TheLiberalDead - Head Honcho at The Liberal Dead), and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors) shake things up with Director Nicolas Lopez's English-Language film debut, Aftershock! Why do people keep thinking that Eli Roth directed the movie? Where the hell did James suddenly appear from? More importantly, what are you gonna do when you get out of jail (hint: it may involve lots of rape)?All of these things are answered here in detail, along with a lot of other horror and genre talk including reviews of (and thoughts on): Sightseers A Good Day To Die Hard Side Effects Iron Man 3 Grace Kiss Of The Damned The Paradise Lost Trilogy West Of Memphis And much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Looking to rent Aftershock (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Aftershock, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Dead Air: Episode 28 - The Lords Of Salem (2013) This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD), Shawn  (@TheLiberalDead - Head Honcho at The Liberal Dead), and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors) break out their Pope Hats andhold Rob Zombie's latest film, The Lords Of Salem, to the fire!Does Sheri Moon Zombie get nekkid? How many cameos from horror character actors did you spot? Do the guys enjoy watching Black Metal Dudes lick people? More importantly, is that really the Geico Caveman?!All of these things are answered here in detail, along with a lot of other horror and genre talk including thoughts on: The Disco Exorcist Joysticks Gangster Squad Broken City Resolution Re-Animator From Beyond The Last Stand Hansel & Gretel House Hunting The Frankenstein Theory Room 237 High School Noobz Dazed And Confused The King Of Kong And much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Looking for other Rob Zombie flicks (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Lords Of Salem, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Dead Air: Episode 27 - Evil Dead (2013)Join Us! Welcome back for another episode of Dead Air, The Liberal Dead's podcast dedicated to new first-run horror and genre films! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD), Shawn (@TheLiberalDead ), and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors) are joined by special guest (and rabid Evil Dead/Sam Raimi fangirl) Heather Seebach (who also runs the great blog Viewer Discretion Advised) to discuss the latest horror film in theaters, Evil Dead. Is it a remake, or a sequel? How does it stack up against the Raimi films? Is it really that gory? More importantly, should you spend $10 to see it? All of these things are answered here in detail, along with a lot of other horror and genre talk including thoughts on: Dark Skies The Last Exorcism: Part 2 The Call Spring Breakers Stoker John Dies At The End Come Out And Play Upcoming theatrical releases The passing of Jess Franco and Roger Ebert And much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Looking for older Evil Dead releases (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Evil Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

The Walking Dead: Episode 316 - "Welcome To The Tombs"Welcometo the tombs, mother#&*@er! It's the Seson Three Finale of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast! This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by his co-hosts Shawn (@TheLiberalDead - the head honcho over at The Liberal Dead) and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors) to discuss the final episode of Season 3 of The Walking Dead: "Welcome To The Tombs." Did things end with a bang, or did they just fizzle out? How shocking were the deaths? Did James finally get to see Carol in a compromising position? More importantly, did that speculum get used finally?! Tune in for the answers... along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, speculation on what is in store next season, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 315 - "This Sorrowful Life"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by his co-hosts Shawn (@TheLiberalDead - the head honcho over at The Liberal Dead) and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors) to discuss the penultimate episode of Season 3 of The Walking Dead: "This Sorrowful Life." Where the hell is the speculum we were promised? What do James and Glen have in common? Why does "Two Girls, One Cup" always come up on this show? Why are the Internets ablaze with even more ridiculousness than usual? More importantly, can Sunday get here faster?! Tune in for the answers... along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, speculation on what is in store, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 314 - "Prey"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by his co-hosts Shawn (@TheLiberalDead - the head honcho over at The Liberal Dead) and James (@DrJimmyTerror - The fiend behind Dr Terror's Blog of Horrors)to discuss Season 3, Episode 14 of The Walking Dead: "Prey." Is The Governor Snake Plisskin's stunt double? Does Andrea feel stale now that she's in the hot seat? What the hell was on that table? Has Glen Mazzara watched too many 80s slasher flicks? Is Milton a reincarnation of John Ritter? More importantly, why the hell are the guys so obsessed with speculums?! Tune in for the answers... along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, speculation on what is in store, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. Also, iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 313 - "Arrow On The Doorpost"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, James is sick with Ebola, so it's just Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and co-host Shawn (@TheLiberalDead - the head honcho over at The Liberal Dead) to discuss Season 3, Episode 13 of The Walking Dead: "Arrow On The Doorpost." How awkward was the dirty garage sex scene with Glenn and Maggie? Is Merle all talk? Did Rick really believe the Governor's BS? Who do they think will be the next cast member to bite it? More importantly, do they still hate Andrea? Tune in for the answers... along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. Also, iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 312 - "Clear"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, Jeff is joined by co-host James Harris (the evil genius behind Dr. Terror's Blog Of Horrors) to discuss Season 3, Episode 12 of The Walking Dead: "Clear." James no longer sounds like a malfunctioning robot, Jeff drops random references to The Stand, and both of them have way too much fun chatting about this episode... Did Michonne really bring the lulz, or were we hallucinating? Did a certain character's monologue make us teary-eyed? Has Carl actually started listening to adults? More importantly, WHAT WAS IN THE BACKPACK?! Tune in for the answers... along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. Also, iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 311 - "I Ain't A Judas"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, Jeff is joined by co-host James Harris (the evil genius behind Dr. Terror's Blog Of Horrors) to discuss Season 3, Episode 11 of The Walking Dead: "I Ain't A Judas." Does Andrea redeem herself? Can Merle be trusted? Why is Tyreese so awkward when he uses his hammer? How cool was the walker dismemberment? More importantly, where are things headed from here? Tune in for the answers; along with a full recap of the episode, commentary on its themes, listener feedback/questions, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. Also, iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

The Walking Dead: Episode 310 - "Home"Welcome back for another episode of Dead Already, The Liberal Dead's Unofficial Walking Dead podcast!This week on the show, Jeff is joined by co-hosts James Harris (the evil genius behind Dr. Terror's Blog Of Horrors) and Shawn Savage (Editor In Chief of The Liberal Dead) to discuss Season 3, Episode 10 of The Walking Dead: "Home." Why are "stuff" and "things" so funny? Why does James sound like the Micro Machines guy from the 1980s? Why does Shawn hate babies? More importantly: Was ths week's eisode better than the last one?! Tune in for a full recap of the episode, including commentary on its themes, speculation as to where things are headed, and much more! If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes. Also, iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast! Need to catch up? To purchase the most recent episodes of The Walking Dead, head on over to Amazon Instant Video. And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode of The Walking Dead, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general. please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com. Warning! This podcast contains major spoilers for this episode... Watch before you listen!

To celebrate the season Pax and Jeeg call in our Halloween experts, Shawn from Branded in the 80s and Jay from The Sexy Armpit, to discuss two LEGENDARY Halloween TV specials. Up first is the 1976 Paul Lynde Halloween special with 70s guest stars aplenty including Tim Conway, Florence Henderson, and KISS. You can find it on YouTube, Amazon Instant Video, and DVD. Then we tackle 1986's The Worst Witch starring Fairuza Balk and featuring gonzo performances by Tim Curry and The Facts of Life's Charlotte Rae. It is also available on YouTube (in multiple parts) and DVD. This week's Nerd To-Dos include a screening of some classic Universal monster movies, a quest for episodes of CHiPs, some fawning over Emma Watson, and Bond movie watching.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: , 225 – "Asylum of the Daleks" episode The unique logo from the title sequence, mimicing the distinct bodywork. Cast () () () Others – Oswin – Darla von Karlsen David Gyasi – Harvey – Cassandra – Voice of the – Dalek 1 – Dalek 2 – Photoshoot PA (uncredited) Production Writer Director Producer Marcus Wilson Executive producer(s) Caroline Skinner Series Length 48 minutes Originally broadcast 1 September 2012 Chronology ← Preceded by Followed by → "" (episode) (mini-serial) "" "Asylum of the Daleks" is the first episode of the of the British science fiction television series . This episode marks the return of the . It was broadcast on , and on 1 September 2012, and will be on in on 8 September 2012. The episode features the alien time traveller the () being captured by the , along with his () and (), who are about to divorce. They are sent by the Daleks to the Asylum, a planet where insane Daleks are exiled, to enable the Asylum to be destroyed before the insane Daleks can escape. The Doctor is helped along the way by Oswin (), a woman who lives on a spaceship that crashed on the planet a year ago and has been trapped there since then. Coleman makes her first appearance in Doctor Who in this episode, before returning as the Doctor's new companion in ; her appearance was successfully kept a secret from the general public prior to the episode's broadcast. Contents Plot Prequel A prequel was released to iTunes, Zune, and Amazon Instant Video on 2 September, 2012 for US subscribers for the series. As the Doctor has tea, a hooded messenger informs him that a woman, Darla von Karlsen, requests his help in freeing her daughter. The messenger provides space-time coordinates to the planet Skaro. is a different five-part mini serial prequel to this episode, which was released serially in the week leading up to the premiere. The fifth part hints at Amy and Rory's divorce. Synopsis is lured to the ruins of , original homeworld of the Daleks, by a humanoid Dalek "puppet", Darla, who teleports him to the Parliament of the Daleks. There he is reunited with and , who have been similarly kidnapped from present-day Earth, just after Rory has delivered Amy their divorce papers. Within the Parliament, the Prime Minister of the Daleks explains to them that the Daleks have a planet known as the Asylum, where they keep Daleks which have gone insane; the Daleks are unwilling to engage with the inmates themselves, as destroying such pure hatred face-to-face would contravene their sense of "beauty", much to the Doctor's revulsion. The Parliament has received a transmission of the "" from from a woman, Oswin Oswald. She is on board the Alaska, a ship which has crashed into the Asylum, and claims to have been fending off Dalek attacks for a year. The crash of the Alaska has ruptured the planet's force-field, thus risking the escape of the planet's inmates. The Parliament now wishes to destroy the planet remotely to prevent this, but the force-field is not ruptured sufficiently to allow that. The force-field can only be deactivated from the planet itself but, afraid to face such a mission themselves, the Daleks of the Parliament task the Doctor, Amy and Rory with doing so. The three are given bracelets to protect them from the planet's nanogene cloud, which would convert them into Dalek puppets to serve the facility's security systems, before being dropped through the force-field breach via a gravity tunnel onto the surface of the planet. The Doctor and Amy land close to each other and are discovered by Harvey, another survivor from the Alaska. Rory, however, is dropped to the bottom of a long shaft into the Asylum—there he accidentally awakens some of its inhabitants, but is saved and guided to a safe room by Oswin, who has accessed the computers. Meanwhile Harvey is revealed to be a Dalek puppet, converted by the nanogene cloud. A similar fate has befallen the corpses of other Alaska survivors, who re-animate and attack the Doctor and Amy, stealing her nano-field bracelet just before the pair are saved by Oswin and guided to Rory. Now unprotected from the nanogenes, Amy begins to be converted into a Dalek puppet and begins experiencing memory loss and hallucinations. The Doctor guesses that the Daleks will destroy the planet as soon as he deactivates the force-field, before he and his companions can escape. However, he realises that Rory's hideout is a telepad via which they can teleport onto the Dalek Parliament ship. Oswin agrees to deactivate the force-field in return for the Doctor coming to save her. While the Doctor is gone, Rory tries to give Amy his bracelet. The Doctor explained that love slows the Dalek puppet conversion, and Rory justifies that by "coldly and logically" asserting that he has always loved her more than she loves him, thus he would be converted more slowly, invoking his 2000-year vigil "". Amy angrily replies that she loves him equally, but gave him up since she is infertile as a result of the events of "" and thus unable to bear the children she knows that he has always desired. They then realise that the Doctor has already given Amy his own nano-field bracelet but didn't tell them, in order to allow the two to converse and reconcile. The Doctor makes his way to Oswin, venturing through the 'intensive care section', containing Daleks who survived encounters with him. They begin to re-activate, but he is saved from them by Oswin, who deletes the Doctor from the Daleks' collective, , leaving them with no memory of him. The Doctor enters Oswin's chamber only to discover to his horror that she has been fully converted into a Dalek. Unprotected from the nanogenes for nearly a year, she could not prevent herself from being converted in order to preserve her genius-level intellect for Dalek use. Unable to cope with her conversion, her mind retreated into a fantasy of survival as a human, which was picked up as the Carmen transmission. Oswin is nearly overcome by a Dalek personality at this revelation, though she still possesses human emotions and is unable to kill the Doctor. Oswin fulfils her promise of deactivating the force-field, on the condition that the Doctor remember her as the human she once was. The Doctor returns to Amy and Rory and teleports them back to his TARDIS, which is on board the Parliament ship, as the planet is destroyed. The Daleks fail to recognise him due to his removal from their hive intelligence. He leaves the ship and drops the reunited Amy and Rory back home. He then departs alone, delighting in the Dalek Parliament's closing question to him: "Doctor who?". Continuity In her opening speech, Darla refers to the Doctor fighting in the and then dying. The Doctor appears to die in the episodes "" and "". The nanogenes are mentioned in the two-parter ""/"", also written by Moffat. In the closing exchange in the Parliament, the Doctor refers to one of his nicknames as "The Oncoming Storm", first mentioned in the episode "". The final question of "Doctor who?", besides being an obvious callback to the programme's title, is the "question that must not be answered" that Dorium asks at the end of "The Wedding of River Song". Some of the Daleks are survivors of previous encounters with the Doctor on Spiridon (), Kembel ("" and ), Exxilon (), Aridius (), and Vulcan ().[] Production "Asylum of the Daleks" contained many variations of Daleks from the programme's 50-year history, and was intended to make them appear scary again. "Asylum of the Daleks" contains every kind of Dalek that has ever faced the Doctor, including the from the 1988 story, . Executive producer announced in 2011 that he intended to give a "rest" to the Daleks. The reason for the rest was that Moffat felt their frequent appearances made them the "most reliably defeatable enemies in the universe". Moffat recalled that the Daleks were remembered for being scary, but due to their legacy as British icons they had become "cuddly" over the years and their true menace forgotten; with "Asylum" he intended to make them scary again, reminding the audience of their intentions. He thought the best way to do this would be to show Daleks that were considered even madder than usual. Gillan admitted that she had not been scared of the Daleks before working on the episode. It is also the first Dalek story Moffat has written for the show; he stated that he "couldn't resist" the opportunity. In March 2012, it was announced that would replace Gillan and Darvill as the next companion, first appearing in the . It was Moffat's idea to have her appear in "Asylum of the Daleks" as the character of Oswin. He intended to keep it a secret, and thanked the press and fans that it was not leaked. Whether Coleman's later character is the same as Oswin has yet to be confirmed. According to , the production team located the remaining models of the various versions of the Daleks and shipped them to the studios in . This included a Dalek owned by , Moffat's predecessor. Executive producer Caroline Skinner knew Davies well and asked to borrow his replica. She stated that he was "thrilled" that it was canonised. The total number of different Daleks was around 25, with models from 1963 to 2010; Skinner said that "there was just a real magic and sense of history about having them". Many of the props were built from scratch. The snow scenes on the asylum planet were filmed during the production of "" when the production team realised they were near the snow resort in . Broadcast and reception "Asylum of the Daleks" was preview screened at on 14 August, and at the MediaGuardian Edinburgh International Television Festival during 23–25 August. On 25 August it was also screened in New York City and Toronto. "Asylum of the Daleks" was broadcast on 1 September 2012 on in the United Kingdom, in the United States, and on in Canada, and on 2 September on the service. It will premiere on 8 September 2012 on in Australia, and on 13 September on in New Zealand. Overnight viewing figures for the UK showed that it was watched by 6.4 million viewers, the lowest overnight figure for a premiere episode of the revived series; however, viewing patterns indicate that fewer people watch Doctor Who live, and it won its timeslot. It was also the most-viewed episode on BBC's online the day that it aired. It achieved an of 89, the highest for a series opener of Doctor Who. Critical reception "Asylum of the Daleks" received positive reviews from critics. Dan Martin of praised Moffat's "script packed with ace curveballs and zappy dialogue" and Nick Hurran's direction. He also was pleased that the asylum setting could explore the Daleks while making it reminicent of the classic series. reviewer Gavin Fuller gave it four out of five stars, describing it as a "confident opener" and highlighting the concept and set design of the asylum. He particularly praised Coleman, who he called "the star of the episode". Michael Hogan, also writing for The Telegraph, gave "Asylum of the Daleks" a slightly higher rating of four and a half stars out of five, also commending Coleman as well as many details of the script. Neela Debnath of commented positively on the show's continuing exploration of the Daleks and the more "adult tone", praising the peformance of the three leads. writer Patrick Mulkern stated that it "ticks all [his] boxes as a Doctor Who fan of more than 40 years standing", describing it as "clever, fast, funny, eerie, surprising and tearjerking". Nick Setchfield of gave the episode five out of five stars, calling it a "strong, cinematically-minded series opener" which succeeded in making the Daleks scary. He also praised Coleman's debut, Smith's performance, the special effects, and Amy and Rory's emotional subplot. reviewer noted that the plot "is mostly just an excuse to explore the Doctor's ongoing relationship with the Daleks, and to show how sad it's gotten". 's Morgan Jeffery also awarded it five stars, though he felt Amy and Rory's breakup was "a little difficult to buy" as it was resolved quickly, even if the situation was "sensitively handled" and "deftly performed". 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