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Sisko has cellular ennui, so Jake searches for a baseball card to cheer him up. Meanwhile Winn and Weyoun meet... that's probably good right. Look out for those Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy! SUPPORT OUR PATREON: Patreon.com/kandm 00:00 | Introduction 02:57 | Last week's feedback 23:50 | About the Episode/Time Capsule 27:43| Trivial Trivia 34:40 | Episode Discussion 1:12:50 | The AlamarEmmys! *This is an audio-only feed of K&M's Video Podcast found here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLidGSKPjKhVLDXW-9SDCdmYZR7rvMCIfp

The Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy provide commentary on the first cinematic outing for the Next Gen crew as they watch 1994's Star Trek: Generations. It's a far from perfect film but it does have some good elements. Josh is dismissive of the film, however, Justin finds more things to like about it. Still, both admit there was and still is plenty of room for improvement. Sync Point: The black frame after the Paramount Logo has faded away. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions celebrate the holidays with a look at the 1985 film Santa Claus: The Movie. It's a celebrated film from our youth, as it is with many others. Sure, it isn't perfect but it's sugary charm is infectious. Sync Point: The black point after the title card Alexander Salkind Presents fades to black. Email Us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take a look at the 1976 sci-fi classic Logan's Run. It's steepd in the 70's, sure, but that's what gives the movie its charm. It still holds up, however, it's not without its faults. Picking it a part and analyzing it, we sometimes have a bit too much fun. It's last day in the Soulless Minions studio, so... RUN, RUNNER! Sync Point: The black frame after the MGM logo has faded away. Email us Soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions have been recruited by the star league to defend the frontier against Xur and the Kondan Armada. The Last Starfighteris one of our favorite movies from our youth, as it is with many others. Sure, it's effects may be dated, but the movie holds up. it's still so easy to slip into the shoes of Alex Rogan and battle to save the universe. Sync Point: The black frame after the Lorimar presents title card has faded away. Emall us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take a look at 1984's Supergirl starring Helen Slater, Faye Dunawy, Peter O'Toole and directed by Jeannot Szwarc. Supergirl is the least successful of all the "Super" films, critically and commercially. It can be difficult to watch at times and painful when you realize how much potential was lost. Nevertheless, we find some joy while watching it as we try to reconcile some of the plot elements. Sync Point - Zero on your DVD counter clock. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take the way back machine back to 1989 and revisit one of the best time travel movies ever made, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. It's silly at times, sure, and some might dismiss it as simply silly but we believe that sentiment to be shortsided. Actually, we find it to be quite smart and effective in its use of time travel...and it's pretty funny, too. Sync Point - The black frame after the MGM logo has faded away. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

Sleep tight America. These Women carry guns. The Soulless Minions take a nostalgic look at the 1988 film Feds starring Rebecca De Mornay and Mary Gross. Feds wasn't much of money maker and it rides on more than a few cliches but the two leads have chemistry, there's some hijinks and romance and it's just plain feel good fun as we put ourselves in the shoes of Ellie De Wit and Janis Zuckerman as they strive to join to the ranks of the FBI. Sync Point - The black frame after the Warner Bros. logo has faded away. Email us Soullessminions@gmail.com

Braga Part 1: Trek. Brannon Braga has written more hours of Star Trek than anyone else in history. But despite being responsible for some of the best work the franchise has to offer, many fans tend to focus on his lesser works. This week, Max and Mike begin a new series which looks at the work of Braga as a television creator. In Part 1, we’re joined by Josh Bradley of the Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy to talk about Braga’s work in Star Trek. We cover the Next Generation finale, “All Good Things…”, his two movies, Generations and First Contact, his work as  showrunner on Seasons Five and Six of Voyager, and his creation of the last Star Trek series, Enterprise. We also try to figure out why people hate “Threshold” so much.

Back in 1978 many movie making personas, talents and factors came together and created something magical. And now the Soulless Minions are taking a look at that piece of magic which just happens to be one of the greatest superhero films ever made - Superman: The Movie. Sync Point - The black frame after the title card which reads This picture is dedicated with love and respect to Geoffrey Unsworth O.B.E. Email Us soullessminions@gmail.com

A few years ago the orginal Tron was the first alternative DVD commentary published by The Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy. And now to mark and celebrate our 50th commentary we decided to go the route of symmetry and look at the sequel of Tron - Tron Legacy. For this milestone in podcasting we were joined by Mike and Max of Commentary Track Stars. CTS also celebrate a milestone with this collaboration - their 150th commentary. Sync Point: The black frame after the Disney logo has faded away. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take a look at the 2012 action film Dredd. Neither of the Minions is familiar with the source material so we spend most of the conversation discussing the film on its own merits, however, we do from time to time compare and contrast it to Judge Dredd from 1995. Aside from the sporadic references to the 1995 version most of the conversation is spent admiring Dredd as a film - things such as it's very high and yet appropriate level of violence, it's phenomenal production design, its very well placed set of actors and gritty realism. Sync Point - The black frame after the Reliance Entertainment logo has faded away. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take a look at the 1985 comedy film Clue. In our minds Clue is an example of a pitch perfect film. It's simply fantastic. Every ingrediant of its production works to a T -- from its tightly honed script, its brilliant cast of players, its use of limited sets and its fun and yet ominous musical score. If you haven't seen it in a while do yourself a favor and fire it up on your DVD player. It's timeless and madcap as hell.  Sync Point - The first black frame after the Paramount logo has faded away. Email us soullessminions@gmail.com

One of the Soulless Minions is joined by special guest Kimberly for a look at the 1983 film A Christmas Story. A Christmas Story is a holiday classic that never seems to get old no matter how many times you may watch it. So watch it again with The Minions... Sync Point: The black frame after the MGM logo has faded away. Email Us soullessminions@gmail.com

The Soulless Minions take a look at the 2002 film The Adventures of Pluto Nash. Pluto Nash has a bit of a reputation as an enormous box office bomb (a loss of about 90 million dollars) and also as a critically reviled slice of ficton (it was nominated for five Golden Raspberry Awards awards). So does it really deserve such a bad reputation? Is it really that bad? Both Soulless Minions don't think so. Wipe its slate clean and strip it of its rotten tomato and The Adventures of Pluto Nash stands as a fun movie. We do point out some things that we feel would improve the film but most of the time we point out what works and what we like -- including some good set pieces, performances and some genuinely funny moments. So go into it fresh and watch it with us. Maybe we'll make you a Pluto fan. Sync Point - The black frame after the Village Roadshow Pictures logo has faded away. Email Us soullessminions@gmail.com

Here comes Jack Twiller! Plunging into the teenage abyss, always surprising, always surprised--just like a...JACK IN THE BOX One of the Soulless Minions, Josh, goes solo once again for a commentary on the 1990 film Book of Love. The film was adapted from a novel by William Kotzwinkle called Jack in the Box and was directed by Robert Shey--the founder and CEO of New Line Cinema. The book cover describes Jack in the Box as An X-Rated American Graffiti... and I whole heartily agree. It is indeed quite raunchy but with that raunch comes real honesty from the dreams, exploits and the trials and tribulations of our main character--Jack Twiller. Book of Love never got the attention it deserved during it's initial release but now thanks to DVD this film stands today as a real hidden gem and serves as a great and charming portrait of teenage life. Most of the commentary is devoted to comparisons between the book and film, however, I do deliver my fair share of nostalgia, personal insights and admiration. Sync Point: The first black frame after the New Line Cinema logo has faded to black. Email us

"This film proves that you don't need a $100 million dollar budget if you have imagination and a good story!" The year is 1991... College professor Nick Miller has done it! He's become the world's first time traveller! And he managed to accomplish this breakthrough with just a modest computer and a Cessna ... but more importantly with a whole lot of ingenuity. Soon Nick sells his invention to a local company, however, all is not well for long. Mismanagement and corporate greed leads to a dystopian future that Nick must strive to correct while trying to dodge the forces of evil and save the love of his life. Time Chasers (AKA Tangents) is a great example of how a lot of courage and determination can get a movie made despite the lack of a lot resources. It was popularized on the TV show MST3K in the late 90's but despite being fodder for the crew of the Satellite of Love it still stands today as a success and a long lived cult hit. One of the Soulless Minions, Josh, goes solo on this commentary for a fond look back and this time travel adventure that makes the most of its low budget. Sync Point: The first black frame after the title card - Edgewood Entertainment Ltd. Presents - has faded to black. Email us

--Nothing so liberates the heart as when a fool awakes from his folly. This is the fantastical tale of Fancy Lad Nathaniel Mayweather and his journey through the mythical and treacherous Hell's Bucket. Upon graduating finishing school he was on his way to Hawaii to live a life of endless comfort under the wing of his father but fate to took his hand an steered him in another direction. Through his newfound quest he will become the latest crew member of the Filthy Whore, apprentice to Captain Greybar, friend to Paps, Skunk and Big Teddy, and lover to the beautiful Trina. Watch with one of the Soulless Minions, Josh, as we see Nathaniel grow from Cabin Boy to Cabin Man ... with a little help from Callie of course ;) Sync Point: The first black frame immediately after the Touchstone logo has faded to black. Email us

The most hated Batman movie of all gets the Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy commentary treatment, and Geek Fights joins in the fun. Join Damon Shaw, Mike Ortiz, Josh Bradley, Tysto and Mike Schindler as they talk over the movie. Listen in, but beware, it's the chilling sound of your doom. Check out the Soulless Minions here:

Batman is back! Keaton starts his role as Batman against the greatest villain he has ever known: Alexander Knox! I join Soulless Minions, Commentary Track Stars, and Geek Fights for a free-for-all. We mostly like the film but have a lot of fun with its ridiculousness. Stay tuned for the post credits scenes. (TWO of them!)

Batman is back! This time, Josh of Soulless Minions and Mike and Max of Commentary Track Stars take us on a dark and twisted fairy tale to Tim Burton's Gotham City, where penguins inhabit sewers and mystical cats roam alleyways freely. We like the film better than the Schumacher films, but no one likes it as much as I do. It's my favorite of the four. Why are we doing them in reverse order? Because WE'RE CRAZY. Not crazy enough to run around in leather and vinyl, fighting crime, but pretty crazy. I compare the film to Die Hard, Lethal Weapon, Raw Deal, Yojimbo, and The Beautician and the Beast (not really, but I should have). I suddenly notice that Bond has sex with Pam. I question Cubby Broccoli's motives for "testing out" a see-thru swimsuit. I heap praise on it in nearly every respect, but I still don't like it, BUT I admit that I'm probably being unfair, so your mileage may vary.

One of the Soulless Minions goes solo for a commentary on the 2005 film Sky High. There have been many films over the years that delve humans into the realm of superpowers, heroic deeds and villainy with pulp, grace, dignity and audacity but Sky High is unique within this burgeoning genre as it breaks the mold and succeeds in a slightly different way. Nevertheless, it does have those basic elements of comic book story telling such as drama, action and adventure, but there's also young love, cheeky self awareness, and of course some cool kids and grown ups with some wicked cool superpowers. The latter elements give it a fresh spin that sets it aside from other modern contemporaries. Maybe some dismiss it as a parody but we like to think of it as a tribute or love letter to the genre. No matter how you see it you gotta admit - Sky High is a lot of fun. Sync Point - The black frame proceeding the Walt Disney logo. Email us

Join me as I again join Josh from Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy and Mike from Commentary Tracks Stars as we lament the awfulness of Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever. We don't have quite the fun we had with Batman & Robin, but there's plenty to discuss. We note most of the costume changes (and reel changes), compare the film to others in the Batman collection, and speculate on what might have been and what might be in the store for Batman in the future.

One of the Soulless Minions is joined by Mike Ortiz and Damon Shaw of Geek Fights for this very special Nitpicker commentary on Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Note: This commentary was recorded using the theatrical edition. Mike, Damon and Josh recognize the greatness that is Wrath of Khan but sometimes Trekkers find it interesting to really deconstruct Star Trek and shine a light and some of its oddities and inconsistencies. Most of our comments are geared toward larger elements involving the plot but we still find a plenty of time to puzzle over minutia as well.  Overall this was a very fun experience for the three of us. Hopefully, others will enjoy our musings. Sync Point: The black frame after the Paramount logo has faded away. Email us

Before there was Batman and Robin there was... Batman FOREVER. It was a big hit in its day. There was music videos and merchandising galore. Everyone seemed to have Bats on the brain in the summer of '95.But does the movie stand the test of time? Or was it simply a product of its time?Fellow podcasters and commentators Tysto and Mike of Commentary Track Stars join one of the Soulless Minions in an attempt to answer some of these questions.Some other topics of discussions: Comparisons against other comic book adaptations, Schumacher vs. Burton, Keaton Vs. Kilmer, the supporting cast and the films change in tone and direction. Sync Point: Set your counter clock on your DVD at ZERO. Then press play on the commentary and your DVD simultaneously. Email us

NOTE: This commentary is a repost. It was previously only available at archive.org. One of the Soulless Minions and his father take a serious look at this overlooked film and attempt to point out its visual subtleties and also the messages that writer/director John Patrick Shanley was trying to convey. Sync Point: Set your counter clock on your DVD at ZERO. Press play on the commentary track and your DVD simaltaneously. Email us

It's a special bonus podcast. Geek Fights was recently on the Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy podcast to join them on a commentary for Star Trek III: The Search For Spock. Join Damon Shaw, Michael Ortiz, Josh Bradley, Justin Bradley, Michael Felsher and Allen as they talk while watching the movie. If it was happening in your living room it would be annoying. On the internet it's fun. Check out the Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy here.

The Soulless Minions are joined by special guests -- Mike Ortiz and Damon Shaw of Geek Fights, Michael Felscher of Red Shirt Pictures and the mysterious Allen -- for a look back at the most underrated of the Star Trek films. The Search for Spock is the 2nd chapter in what has come to be known as The Star Trek Trilogy. Nevertheless, because it bears an odd number it is assumed to suffer from the odd numbered curse. The Soulless Minions and guest commentators hope to dispel that notion to whomever may listen. It may be not be as acclaimed as The Wrath of Khan or The Voyage Home but this 2nd act has a lot of great things going for it -- themes of life and death, friendship, sacrifice and a beautiful musical score. Sync Point - The first white frame after the Paramount Logo has faded away. This commentary was recorded using a Region DVD. Email us

It might be a little difficult to believe but the film Drive Me Crazy was actually based on a book called How I Created My Perfect Prom Date by Todd Strasser. Todd Strasser is a very prolific writer in the realm of Middle Grade and Young Adult novels. How I Created My Perfect Prom Date is the 2nd part in what is know as the Time Zone High Trilogy. Drive Me Crazy, although modestly successful financially as well as critically, holds a special place in one of the hearts of the Soulless Minions. It may not be perfect or incredibly deep but it does succeed in passing up some of the more cliched and formulaic teen films. It's got heart. Most of the conversation involves the comparisons between the novel and film. Surprisingly there are some significant differences that I think might surprise some of you. My two guests, John of Sofa Dogs and J.D. of The Delta Quadrant and General Geekery, join me as I fill them in on the similarities and changes in the adaption. But the conversation also includes personal recollections on the film itself. Is it all nostalgia or does the movie hold up? You'll have to listen to find out. Sync Point: The black point immediately after the 20th Century Fox logo has faded to black. Email us

One of the Soulless Minions is joined by a very special guest, Dave Alluisi, of The Bookhouse Boys and The Meandawg Top 5, for this commetnary on the 1975 film Jaws. Jaws is Dave's favorite film of all time so it was quite a pleasure to discuss this iconic and influential film with him. Most of the conversation focuses on the differences between the book and the film but we lightly touch upon the film's score, its well known production woes, its casting and comparisons to other literary works. Sync Point: The black point immediately after the Universal logo has faded away. This Commentary was recorded using a Region 1 DVD. Any comments our questions please visit or community forum: http://soullessminions.yuku.com/

Join me as I join Josh from Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy, Mike and Damon from Geek Fights, and (about 90 minutes in) Mike from Commentary Tracks Stars as we celebrate the awfulness of Joel Schumacher's Batman & Robin. Josh is ambivalent (in that he can barely stand it). I praise the set design and remain staunchly in denial of any gay subtext. Mike and Damon profess love that sours over the course of film. And CTS Mike just despises it. Over all, we have a great deal of fun with it. I quote my 8-year-old nephew a few times. We speculate on superhero Donald Trump and Richard Branson. We try to figure out how a 21-year-old Barbara has a mother who was young in the 1940s. We wonder why Bane is even in this movie. And we marvel that Mr. Freeze's suit is powered by puns.

Joining the Soulless Minions for this commetary on the 1997 film Batman and Robin are Tysto, Mike Ortiz and Damon Shaw of Geek Fights, and Mike Schindler of Commetary Track Stars. Note: Mike Schindler arrives late to the commentary. Approximately 1hr and 1/2 in the film. Most do not speak well of this film. However, our approach to this commentary is not in that vein. We admit its flaws but attempt to see the good things in it. It's campy, bright and full of cheese. Sync Point: The first frame immediately after the titles "Warner Bros Pictures Presents" has faded away. Email us

Subject: Bring It On (2000) Observers: John Pavlich, Josh Bradley, Mike Schindler Record Date: November 13, 2011, 01:54 AM Plot Summary: An ambitious, high school Cheerleader (Kirsten Dunst) becomes the new captain of her squad, but is shocked to discover the previous captain has been stealing their award-winning moves and routines from an under-privileged, rival school. Note: Another fun, commentary crossover, co-hosts from Soulless Minions and Commentary Track Stars join me for one of the more surprising comedies from 2000. We discuss the ensemble cast, relive our past, high school experiences, the importance of romantic chemistry and try to understand why this gem has yet to be released on Blu-ray. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the movie on your DVD.

Subject: Galaxy Quest (1999) Observers: John Pavlich, Josh Bradley, Tysto Record Date: November 05, 2011, 09:24 PM Plot Summary: The cast of a cult, space TV show have to play their roles as the real thing when an alien race needs their help. Note: It's a trifecta of geeky, commentary lunacy when Tysto, Sofa Dogs and one half of the Soulless Minions join forces to discuss the delightful gem from 1999 known as Galaxy Quest! We discuss science fiction film and television, Star Wars versus Star Trek, nerd loyalties and the ageless wonder herself, Sigourney Weaver. Remember to listen for the preemptive countdown before starting the movie on your DVD.

I found myself alone in the Soulless Minions studio once again but thankfully I was joined by my fellow fan commentators -- Mike of Commentary Track Stars (http://maxhegel.podbean.com/) and John from Sofa Dogs (http://www.sofadogs.libsyn.com/) -- for this look at the 2000 cheerleading epic Bring It On. It might seem like an odd choice for John, Mike and myself considering that this movie is generally considered a "chick flick" in the eyes of most movie goers. But that doesn't really matter, we don't think, because this movie is just plain fun. It's poppy, bright and full of energy. And yet it's smart, clever and more nuanced than most other "teen films." Sync Point: The black point immediately after the Universal logo has faded away. This commentary was recorded using a Region 1 DVD. Email us

It's an all-star commentary with myself, John of Sofa Dogs and Josh of Soulless Minions! We love the film, the cast, Star Trek, and pretty much everything else, so join us for the fun! We analyze the Trek and other sci-fi references, the careful setup and payoff of the screenplay, and how the effects hold up even from yea-back in 1999. John talks about his Brush With Shatner, Josh brings the hardcore Trek nerdery, and I invent the word "blusterbuss" (tm).

Join me and my special guests Josh and Justin from Soulless Minions of Orthodoxy on a magical trip thru some Medieval fantasyland or other. It's the heartwarming story of a humble peasant (who is totally not a hobbit or a moisture farmer) who goes on a quest that has nothing to do with destroying an evil overlord or saving an adult princess. Along the way, he gains an item of mystical power (which is not at all a ring of invisibility or a laser sword) and teams up with a pair of comical sidekicks (who are clearly not hobbits or robots) as well as a loveable rogue (who is definitely not a ranger of royal descent or a smuggler in trouble with a gangster) and gets magical help from a wise and mystical old mentor (who is in no way an old magic-wielding wizard or an old sword-wielding mystical monk). We discuss the novelization and possible inspirations, explore its themes and tone, and weigh its strengths and weaknesses. We like the film a lot but also have a lot of fun with it. I can't remember most of the characters' names, but I do get a chance to bust out my knowledge of ancient literature.

The mother of the Soulless Minions joins us once more with this commentary. We're taking a look at the 1996 film aptly titled -- Mother. Its was co-written and directed by Albert Brooks and among all of his films we think its one of his best. It also stars Debbie Reynolds who delivers a very funny and down to earth performance. This is simply a great movie that might appear a bit low key on the surface but under that surface it's really a strong and true to life examination of the relationship between a mother and her son. And that's a kind of relationship that isn't often examned in film. It's really a hidden gem. Sync Point: The black point immediately after the Paramount logo has faded away. This Commentary was recorded using a Region 1 DVD Email us