Fate's Wide Wheel: A Quantum Leap Podcast

It's here! The season premiere of Quantum Leap is in the books and I've got some thoughts and lots of feelings!

"This Took Too Long" - Ben, while he does have his memories back, does not return home. His next leap takes him somewhere on a plane over Russia in 1978.

Tune in for all the big moments, the character beats, thoughts on the script and direction, and what the final moments of this episode might mean for the future of the series!

Watch Quantum Leap every Wednesday on NBC at 8/7 central or streaming on Peacock the following day!

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I've got the hot off the presses second edition of Matt Dale's "Beyond the Mirror Image - The Observer's Guide to Quantum Leap" in hand - and still in the mailer! It's time to crack that open and take a look at the abundance of goodness within its pages. Plus, discussion on the recently resolved WGA strike and what it means for the second season of Quantum Leap, and more!

Thank you, Patrons! Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons  

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The season two trailer has dropped and I've got some thoughts on all the new footage we saw. Plus, stick around for the full episode as I preview the first three episodes of the season in spoiler-free fashion. All that, and much more!

Thank you, Patrons! Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons  

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Matt Dale (Co-Host - Quantum Leap Podcast and Author of Beyond the Mirror Image: The Observer's Guide to Quantum Leap) returns to cover a multitude of subjects including the latest on BtMI Vol 1, what's next for Vol 3, and an overview of Babylon 5: The Road Home animated film. All that and much more!

Find Matt over at forevertv.co.uk

Thank you, Patrons! Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons  

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Artist J.J. Lendl is back on the show and I could not be happier to have him! We talk about the strikes, physical media, streaming services, art & creativity, and, of course, geek out over our favorite shows - Quantum Leap, Star Trek, and Doctor Who.

Plus, J.J. is running a limited time special on his Star Trek: Strange New Worlds prints! Head over to jjlendl.com/shop to pick yours up today!

J.J. Lendl is a designer, illustrator, educator and storyteller originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Over the last decade since he started his studio, he has specialized in commercial artwork of all types including product design, editorial, advertising, web design, publishing, and branding.

Alongside his graphic design work, J.J. creates and facilitates arts education programming for youth and adults focused on introducing STEAM subjects through hands-on workshops.

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Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons  

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Back with some more thoughts on the strikes and what created the situation we have now. Sam attempts to synthesize information he's pieced together over the past couple of weeks in his usual freewheeling nature in order to give listeners a more nuanced look at the streaming wars, artistic freedom, and labor disputes. Plus some updates on the direction of the podcast while we do our best to follow the SAG-AFTRA guidelines on discussing and promoting struck work.

Plain English with Derek Thompson - How Hollywood Drove Its Business Model Off a Cliff

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Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons  

And as always, a special shout out to Jessica Conger and Betsy Frymire, our spouses who provide vital childcare while we record our show.

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Sam is back with an update on the production and promotion of season 2. Plus, an honest review of the season 1 blu-ray and an overview of Matt Dale's new book "Beyond the Mirror Image Volume Two: The Revival". All this and more!

Thank you, Patrons!

Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Kevin Butcher, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons

 And as always, a special shout out to Jessica Conger and Betsy Frymire, our spouses who provide vital childcare while we record our show.

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Friend of the pod, Matt Dale, to returns to chat about his update release of Beyond the Mirror Image, Vol. 1: The Original Series and Beyond the Mirror Image, Vol 2: The Revival.

We also talk about the timey-wimeyness of the new series' season 1 finale, Judgment Day, and hopes for season 2. 

Vol. 2: The Revival is now available for purchase at https://forevertv.co.uk/. Vol 1 (The Original Series) coming soon to Lulu. A Kickstarter campaign for Vol 3 (The Appendices) will be following in August.

Thank you, Patrons!

Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Kevin, Kevin Butcher, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons

 And as always, a special shout out to Jessica Conger and Betsy Frymire, our spouses who provide vital childcare while we record our show.

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Sam here with an update on season 2 in light of the WGA Strike and some comments on the upcoming physical media release of season 1.

We have updated merch, including tees, mugs, stickers and more:

Fate’s Wide Wheel TeePublic Store

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 And as always, a special shout out to Jessica Conger and Betsy Frymire, our spouses who provide vital childcare while we record our show.

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Sam flies solo this week to bring you the audio version of our interview with editor Piper Kroeze. Piper edited six episodes of Quantum Leap's first season - "Somebody Up There Likes Ben", "What a Disaster", "Fellow Travelers", "Let Them Play", "Ben Song For the Defense", and the season finale, "Judgement Day". We chat about her work on each episode with a particular focus on the finale as well her general day-to-day work on the show.

We have updated merch, including tees, mugs, stickers and more:

Fate’s Wide Wheel TeePublic Store

Thank you, Patrons!

Bold Denotes new Patron: Al’s Place Leap Fan Site, Bourbon and Boardgames, Carolyn, Cosplay Dad, Joanne Bartlett, Dana Bius, Rich Bourque, Chris aka Brakmang, Kevin, Kevin Butcher, Carol Davis, Dan Twohig, Deckslower, Dermot Devlin, Barry Donovan, Brian Dreadful, Troy Evers, Larry Ganni, Jason Geis, Kelly M, Michelle Hoffman, Amy Holtcamp, Laurie Johnson, Bess A Korey, Lady Eternal, Robb Nunn, Oddly Specific with Audra, Christopher Redmon, Adrian Sal, Karyn Saxon, Jerry Seward, Mike Stoufer, Heather Strbiak, Damon Sugameli, Larry Trujillo, Stuart Williams, Jill Wilson, Our Anonymous Patrons

 And as always, a special shout out to Jessica Conger and Betsy Frymire, our spouses who provide vital childcare while we record our show.

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