Podcasts about prisoners of gravity

Last year, we published a four-part documentary series all about Prisoners of Gravity, a sci-fi and comics television show that aired on TVO in the early '90s. We went deep into the show's rise and subsequent fall, but also how, even years later, viewers fondly remember how the show's in-depth discussions about comics shaped their nerdy lives. This week, we've combined all four episodes into a feature-length podcast doc for your listening pleasure. It's out of this world!Originally broadcast and supported by CJRU 1280 AM in Toronto. Written and reported by Justin Chandler and Mitchell Thompson and produced by Jacob Dubé.Like the show? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! 

Welcome to “Inside the Orbit of Prisoners of Gravity,” a Radio Free Krypton documentary bringing you the inside story on “Prisoners of Gravity,” the cult-classic Canadian show which ran from 1989 to 1994 and changed the way science fiction, comics and pop culture are discussed in media. In Part Four, the final chapter of our doc, we analyze PoG's legacy and ask if a show like it could air today. This episode was reported by Justin Chandler and Mitchell Thompson. It was written by Justin Chandler, Jacob Dubé and Mitchell Thompson, with audio production by Jacob Dubé. Thank you again to all the people we interviewed: Rick Green, Mark Askwith, Robert J. Sawyer, Gregg Thurlbeck, Rach Shelkey, Cory Doctorow, Ed Conroy, Charlotte Ashley, Benjamin Rivers, Robin Shantz and Sam Noir. Your time and stories are much appreciated. “Inside the Orbit” was made possible with support from our host station, Ryerson University’s CJRU 1280 AM. Watch in September for the chance to support CJRU and community radio shows like ours in the annual CJRU Fund Drive.

Welcome to Part Three of “Inside the Orbit of Prisoners of Gravity,” a Radio Free Krypton documentary bringing you the inside story on “Prisoners of Gravity,” the cult-classic Canadian show which ran from 1989 to 1994 and changed the way science fiction, comics and pop culture are discussed in media. “Prisoners of Gravity” was the first Canadian TV show to discuss comics and sci-fi seriously. By doing so, it helped change how a generation viewed genre fiction. We talk to fans who say PoG changed their lives. This episode was reported by Justin Chandler and Mitchell Thompson. It was written by Justin Chandler and produced by Jacob Dubé. “Inside the Orbit” was made possible with support from our host station, Ryerson University’s CJRU 1280 AM.

Welcome to “Inside the Orbit of Prisoners of Gravity,” a Radio Free Krypton documentary bringing you the inside story on “Prisoners of Gravity,” the cult-classic Canadian show which ran from 1989 to 1994 and changed the way science fiction, comics and pop culture are discussed in media. Once the show started, PoG's creators realized season one just wasn’t working. In part 2, we find out what was holding the show back, and how the team brought PoG to the next level. CORRECTION: "The NewMusic" aired on Citytv, not TVO as stated in this episode. RFK regrets the error. This episode was reported by Justin Chandler and Mitchell Thompson. It was written by Justin Chandler and produced by Jacob Dubé. “Inside the Orbit” was made possible with support from our host station, Ryerson University’s CJRU 1280 AM.

Welcome to “Inside the Orbit” a four-part Radio Free Krypton documentary bringing you the inside story on “Prisoners of Gravity,” the cult-classic Canadian show which ran from 1989 to 1994 and changed the way science fiction, comics and pop culture are discussed in media. In part one, we talk to PoG’s creators and fans about how it started, what its goals were and what the media landscape was like when the program first aired. CORRECTION: "The NewMusic" aired on Citytv, not TVO as stated in this episode. RFK regrets the error. This episode was written and reported by Justin Chandler and Mitchell Thompson. It was produced by Jacob Dubé. “Inside the Orbit” was made possible with support from our host station, Ryerson University’s CJRU 1280 AM.