JEMcast

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined Aleen Simms, founder of the Less Than Or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 1: ‘The Stingers Hit Town,’ “Eric Raymond gets fed up with The Misfits’ childish behaviour, so he sells everything he owns to buy Misfits Music from Harvey Gabor. However, he decides to offer a recording contract to a new band called The Stingers. He offers to let them stay at the Gabor Mansion and when Pizzazz meets him she falls in love with him madly. However The Misfits are deeply concerned about the way Riot and his bandmates take advantage of her and think she needs to snap out of her infatuation and start acting like a Misfit again. Jerrica also discovers The Stingers and decides to offer them a recording contract but the lead singer Riot tells her that only Jem can make him join Starlight Music.”

Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 54 (S3E1) is written by Christy Marx.

We open with Eric Raymond scolding the Misfits for their gratuitous spending habits and troublemaking behaviour. Eric decides to quit Misfits Music and vows to come back as the boss, or not at all.

Eric arrives at Harvey Gabor’s office with the expense report from Misfits Music. Mr. Gabor is appalled at how much money his company is losing every day, so Eric offers to buy it, with the promise to run it properly as its boss. Mr. Gabor stipulates that he’ll accept the offer, so long as the Misfits are kept on contract and Eric doubles his buyout offer. Eric, selling everything he’s owned, has no money left to do this, but vows to figure out a way to get the money. Eric sells every last item he owns, including his Malibu home.

Eric arrives at Misfits Music and pronounces that he’s now its new owners. Setting the groundwork for what his expectations are, he tells the Misfits that any excessive expenses they incur, will come out of their own pockets. Eric comes up with the idea of renaming the record company to Raymond Records, but the Misfits refuse to cooperate (what is he going to do, force them to play?). Eric reminds them that they’re under contract, but they walk out. Eric claims he’ll find another band to replace them, and then they’ll come crawling back (he hopes).

At Starlight Music, the Holograms are going over their current financial situation. Most of the profits from the band have been diverted into the Starlight Foundation–not leaving much for Jerrica’s record company. Jerrica suggests they need to diversify and find new talent and sounds. The phone rings in the boardroom and Lin-Z is on the phone to tip Jerrica about a new German band called The Stingers, who apparently are looking to sign with a major U.S. record label. Jerrica decides to go see The Stingers play at Le Klub Kool.

Later that evening, we see Jerrica and Kimber at Le Klub Kool. When seated, they run into Eric Raymond, who doesn’t miss an opportunity to take a jab at them, saying that they’re supposed to be home, taking care of their hoard of brats. Jerrica realizes that Eric is just trying to steal away The Stingers before she has a chance to sign them with Starlight Music.

The Stingers music video: “Stingers Theme.”

After the video, the crowd goes crazy at The Stinger’s debut performance and the crowd rushes the stage. Le Klub Kool’s manager panics and tells Riot to say something to the crowd before they tear the club apart.

Riot: Quiet. Listen to my voice. Let my voice touch you. If you want more music, you must return to your seats. Yes. Do this for me, now.

Eric tries to beat Jerrica to the stage and elbows her. When Eric attempts to make his pitch, Jerrica introduces herself and says if he signs with her company, he’ll get an honest deal. …

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined by science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 27: ‘Hollywood Jem (Part 2): And the Winner Is…,’ “The winner of the “Best Actress” award is announced. Kimber sorts out her love life.”

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Episode 53 (S2E27) is written by Roger Slifer.

We open with Shana, Aja, and Raya, who have taken Kimber bridal gown shopping. Kimber laments Jerrica not joining her because of the argument they had in part 1. Much to Kimber’s surprise, Jerrica shows up and tells her sister that even though she thinks she’s making a mistake, if marrying Jeff is what she wants, then she’ll stand by her.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “Tomorrow Is My Wedding Day.”

After the video, Kimber shows up on set to apologize to Rio for “popping off” at him. Rio accepts the apology and admits he’s gone off on her a few times before, so no harm, no fowl (I guess?). Kimber tells Rio she couldn’t imagine Rio not being at her wedding, which takes him by surprise. He assumes incorrectly that she’s marrying Sean, but Kimber corrects him and says it’s Jeff. When Rio questions why, Kimber admits that Jeff is exciting and that she never knows what he’s going to do next. Rio asks how Sean took the news and Kimber says he didn’t seem to care–she hoped he would have asked her not to marry Jeff.

A previously shot and overexposed scene forces Jeff to re-do a dangerous stunt on the set of Starbright. Things are not off to a good start when Jeff starts off the line in his race car a few seconds too early. The car collides and crashes. Rio yells at the paramedics to pull Jeff out, but it turns out that it was Sean driving the car all along! Sean wanted to prove to Kimber that he was just as exciting as Jeff, and then he passes out.

At the hospital, we see Kimber and Rio in the waiting room. Kimber regrets not realizing how hurt Sean was after finding out she was going to marry Jeff. Rio tries to console Kimber and tells her that it wasn’t her fault, that she couldn’t have known he would attempt that crazy stunt. A nurse enters and gives some good news–the prognosis for Sean is good and that he will pull through, but he’s still in a coma. Kimber insists on staying at the hospital, but Rio tells her to go home as she is getting married the following day.

The next day, Jerrica, Shana, Aja, and Raya are all helping Kimber prep for the wedding (Kimber is getting her gown on). The phone rings and Jerrica answers. The hospital tells her that Sean just regained consciousness.

Kimber begins to worry when Jeff hasn’t show up. Fashionably late, and making a grand entrance, Jeff arrives on motorcycle, already in his tux.

Some of the Starlight girls are seen filling up a bag of rice. They seem to be in good spirits. Jerrica calls for them as the ceremony is about to begin.

Jerrica and Kimber take a peak at the crowd from a distance. Jerrica appears surprised at how many friends Kimber has and asks her if she’s nervous. Kimber seems confident and asks Jerrica to call Synergy for a favour. Kimber asks Synergy to create a hologram of Jem, since the wedding won’t be complete without her attendance.

Jeff is nervous about the wedding and we see him working off his nerves at the gym in Starlight Mansion. Howard arrives and tells Jeff the ceremony is about to start.

Right before the ceremony begins, Kimber kisses her sister on the cheek and thanks her for everything.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “Happy Ever After.”

After the video, the wedding ceremony commences. The priest asks Jeff if he’ll take Kimber as his lawfully wedded wife, but he stammers and says “I do.” Kimber stammers as well and sounds like she’s not really sure about going through…

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined by Aleen Simms, founder of the Less than or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 26: ‘Hollywood Jem (Part 1): For Your Consideration,’ “Jem is nominated for the Best Actress Oscar, while her sister Kimber becomes involved in a wild love triangle.”

Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 52 (S2E26) is written by Roger Slifer.

We open with the Jem and the Holograms, anxiously awaiting the results of the latest Oscar Awards. Jem is nominated for best actress.

On the Harriet Horn Show, Jem joins Sigourney Reaver, Meryl Saint, and Geraldine Pathos. When Harriet questions Jem’s unusual candidacy for an Oscar, Jem seems taken a back. After all, Jem is known for her music, not her acting, and it’s her first film. After finding out Jem has had no formal acting training, Geraldine flips out and refuses to share an interview with Jem, who clearly joined the film industry for frivolous reasons. Sigourney Reaver has Jem’s back and says she has as much right to share the stage with anyone else.

Jerrica is furious when she sees Cool Trash Magazine’s ad that pits Jem up against Geraldine.

The Countess Du Voisin shows up at Starlight mansion and asks her to get Jem’s help because Howard Sands is in trouble. On the Hollywood backlot, Howard Sands is seen arguing with movie star Sharise, who refuses to share the set with a TV (we see a Max Headroom style character on screen). The Countess suggests Jem should replace Sharise, and Howard is very receptive to the idea. Jem accepts, so long as she can read a copy of the script first. From behind the TV, Kimber’s old boyfriend, Shawn, pops out (Kimber is very pleased to see him).

Jem: You know, this script is terrific, Howard. I’ll do it.

Kimber: Jem. are you sure about this? What will the critics say? And the reporters?

Jem: Who cares, Kimber? I can’t lead my life wondering what other people might say. I’ve got to do what I think is right. And, frankly, I can’t wait to get started.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “Hollywood Jem.”

After wrapping the movie for the day, Jem receives a telegram (that was a thing in the 80s?) from Francois Truger (a famous director), who invites the band to a party at his mansion.

At the party, Francois greets Jem and kisses her on the cheek. Rio makes a comment that the French always over do it (right in front of Francois for some reason). Francois begins to belittle Howard Sands’s work and tells Jem that if she wants the academy to take her seriously, she should appear in one of his films. Jem is honoured but tells Francois that she must finish the current picture she’s working on first. Francois tells Jem it can’t wait and she must begin working on his film immediately. After feeling insuled by Jem’s refusal, Francois is interviewed by several reporters that question whether there’s any truth to the rumour that he asked Jem to start in his movie, because he needs a celebrity to boost his box office numbers. Francois denies everything.

Francois: As you know, I don’t cater to the whims of the American public. Perhaps Jem’s own publicity machine started that rumour.

Rio: I hate liars, and I hate deception. So you can imagine what I think of you! (throws Francois into the pool)

Francois: You can’t trifle with me! I am artist reincarnate! Do you hear me?! I’ll ruin your career!

Kimber and Shawn leave the party together. Kimber asks Shawn if there’s any chance that Francois could really hurt Jem’s career and chance to win an Oscar. Shawn doesn’t have any answers, and tries to cheer Kimber up by taking her to a secluded spot with a spectacular view of Hollywood. Kimber questions if it was a good idea for …

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined by Aleen Simms, founder of the Less than or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 25: ‘Out of the Past,’ “The Holograms find Emmett Benton’s old diary. Reading it, they are reminded about how they first met, the origin of Starlight Music and how Synergy came into existence. They also discover that Jacqui Benton, Jerrica’s and Kimber’s mother, recorded a master tape of her concert in the ’70s before dying in a plane crash. But when Eric Raymond turns out to have the only copy of the tape, he asks for a million dollars in return or to have controlling interests over Starlight Music.”

Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 51 (S2E25) is written by Michael Charles Hill.

We open with the Holograms cleaning out the attic at Starlight Mansion. Jerrica finds an old chest with hundreds of sheets of music, written by their mother, Jacqui. Jerrica and Kimber also discover their father’s diary. Jerrica finds a chapter where Emmett Benton describes a young 10 year old Jerrica, who takes an interest in Rio, a boy who recently moved in next door. Emmett describes Rio as having a “keen mind” and being a “natural technician.” In a flash back, we see Kimber pulling Jerrica’s arm, demanding they play dolls. Their mother, Jacqui, calls Jerrica in to set the table for 5, because Rio is joining them for dinner. Jerrica reads another chapter about Aja’s arrival to Starlight Mansion. At first, Kimber seems jealous that another foster girl is going to live with them. Jacqui explains to Kimber and Jerrica that she too was once a foster girl and was shuttled from place to place, without having a place to call her own. Never able to share the love of a family. Now she has a family of her own and has a chance to make other foster girls feel loved.

In another chapter, Emmett writes about how Jacqui decided to star her own music career, so he also decides to start a record company–Starlight Music, and also Starlight Foundation, which will receive some of the profits from the record company to support it.

Emmett goes on to write about Shana’s arrival and how she seems to be isolated and alone. Jerrica tries to get Rio’s attention, but she’s not the tom boy that Aja is and wished that she would spend time making Shana feel welcome. Young Jerrica asks her mother how she can make Rio pay attention to her. Her mother tells her to stop chasing Rio and pay more attention to Shana. Jerrica explains that Shana never says anything, but her wise mother tells her that perhaps she never stopped to listen.

Jacqui plays a successful solo performance and Emmett goes on about how he tested his new equipment at the concert. At an early age, Rio had a proclivity towards audio engineering and mentions something about master tapes of Jacqui’s performance. Shana comes up with an idea to release a commemorative album of Jacqui’s work from the original master tapes. Jerrica decides this is a wonderful idea and thinks Lin-Z would love to have an exclusive preview of the music on her show.

On the Lin-Z show, Jem and the Holograms perform a Jacqui Benton song.

Jem and the Holograms music video (written by Jacqui Benton): “First Love.”

At Starlight Music, Jem and the Holograms are searching for the master tapes, but have come up with nothing. They decide to search Emmett’s diary for a clue of what happened to the tapes. We hear several diary entries, one about how Jacqui officiated over a friendship pact in a treehouse between Jerrica, Kimber, Shana, and Aja. In another entry, Emmett describes how Jerrica continues to have a difficult time adjusting to her mother’s growing absences as she travels the world to perform. Before boardin…

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. I’m Alex Knight and I’m joined by Aleen Simms, founder of the Less Than or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 24: ‘Britrock,’ “The Misfits go to England to meet Jetta’s supposedly aristocratic family. Jetta’s lower-class parents, Bertie and Flo strike up a deal with a Lord of England which ends up badly. Meanwhile, The Holograms come to play a show in London and meet Craig and his band. Both him and Aja renew their romance and help the true Earl, Mason Hawthorne, get back his title, which Pizzazz almost got tricked into buying.”

Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 50 (S2E24) is written by Christy Marx.

We open with Jetta and the Misfits playing a game of darts, with Jem’s facing being the unfortunate target. Jetta goes on to explain that the royals love a good game of darts; she goes on to boast about how she played with the queen once. Roxy seems skeptical but Jetta keeps going on about her family and their prestigious title, which allows them access to royalty.

Roxy: The queen this. The prince that. You’re so full of hot air you must wear lead in your shoes to keep you from floating away.

Jetta: You watch your mouth you mangy low-life yank. I’m a blue blood, you know.

Jetta: One of these days I’m going to call your bluff, Jetta.

Stormer’s brother is playing in England and she wishes she could visit. Pizzazz decides to take the band to England on her father’s private jet as they have nothing going on. Pizzazz tells Jetta to call her family and make the arrangements to visit so she can prove to Jetta how wrong she is. Jetta does not expect this and says she’ll make the call in private. On the phone with her parents, we can see that she certainly does not come from an aristocratic family. Jetta tells her parents that she is coming to England with the Misfits and that they need to convince Pizzazz, Jetta, and Stormer that they’re aristocrats, otherwise she’ll be kicked out of the band. Her parents make the arrangements to have a Rolls waiting at the airport.

The Holograms are at a cafe and are interrupted by Cindy Tucker, from Beat Scene magazine. Cindy asks Jem if there’s anything she wants to share with her fans. Jem introduces Sir Hugh Ridley, a club owner in London who is hosting a benefit concert that the Holograms are playing (for the grand opening).

Cindy: Wow! Sir Hugh Ridley? Say, is this another one of your big famine-relief benefits?

Hugh: No. but I am donating the proceeds to help a friend of mine, the Earl of Wissex. Um, I’m sorry, that’s all we have time for now.

In London, at a horse race, we see Jetta’s parents in the bleachers, rooting for the horse they bet money on. Silver Blaze comes in first place and Jetta’s parents pick up their winnings, which paid off 10-1. Bertie ends up giving a cut of the winnings to Jack, who gave Bertie the tip about betting on Silver Blaze. Jack tips Bertie off that the Earl of Wissex lost all of his money on the Gee-Gees and has creditors pounding on his door. Bertie and Flo decide to ask the Earl if they can borrow his estate for the weekend so they can fool the Misfits into thinking they’re aristocrats. They offer to pay him and the Earl accepts.

At Gatwick airport, a Rolls is waiting for the Misfits. Jetta tells her band mates that they’re first going to stop at her parents estate in Wissex. Stormer decides to take cab to meet her brother because she doesn’t want to miss his concert in London. Stormer takes off and Pizzazz tells Jetta that they don’t need her and her creepy brother.

The Holograms arrive in London and Sir Hugh Ridley asks if they can head straight to the club.

Cut to the Wissex estate as the Misfits arrive. Jetta seems pretty h…

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Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined by Aleen Simms, founder of the Less than or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 22: ‘Journey to Shangri-La,’ “The Holograms try to find Shangri-La, the mythological city where all music and art is kept, to add a new twist to their music. When Pizzazz and Roxy end up sick and Shangri-La’s music is the only thing that can cure them, it’s a race against time to save them.”

Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 48 (S2E22) is written by Richard Merwin.

Jem and the Holograms are stuck in a bit of a musical rut. They decide to seek out a man named Andrew, a musicologist, with the hopes of revitalizing their sound. Andrew asks the Holograms if they’ve ever heard of Shangri-La.

Jerrica: Isn’t that a mythological city in Tibet or something?

Andrew: It’s not mythological. I know it exists.

When questioned if he’s been to Shangri-La, Andrew admits he has not. The Hunzas show the way to very few people, and none have ever returned. Jerrica asks Andrew what this has to do with music. Andrew explains the people of Shangri-La are the keepers of all things musical.

Tech Rat is ensconced in his workshop. We hear an alert go off from one of his computers: it’s a Jem alert, which tells him of their flight plans to Tibet. Tech Rat calls Eric Raymond to alert him. Eric asks the Misfits if they have any idea why the Holograms are interested in going to Tibet, not that it matters, because the Misfits will go wherever the Holograms will go; that’s reason enough.

The Holograms arrive at an remote airport in Tibet. Andrew introduces the band to Moki, his Sherpa guide. They decide to get moving to head towards basecamp before dark. From basecamp, the Hunza village is only a day away. Andrew and the Holograms plan on heading out in the morning.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “Shangri-La”

The Misfits and Eric arrive in Tibet. Eric introduces the band to Mian, their Sherpa guide. Once again, Eric is reduced to the Misfits’ baggage handler, as they force him to bring along an unnecessarily large pile of luggage.

The Holograms make their way toward the Hunza village, but the trip is not made easy due to a recent snow storm, which has obscured the pass. It appears Andrew and the Holograms are lost. They stop to take a break. We hear a roaring sound. A sound of a great beast. A brilliant, white Yeti surprises Jem. Andrew warns her to run away, but she stands her ground and appears to be unafraid. She carefully approaches the Yeti and it eventually warms up to her. Andrew clumsily tries to touch the Yeti, but it runs away.

The Misfits are not having the smoothest trip either. It turns out that Mian recommends a shortcut to get closer to the Holograms’ Sherpa guide, but it will require them to do some climbing, which the Misfits aren’t all that enthusiastic about. While climbing the snow covered cliffside, Eric slips, taking down the rest of the misfits as well. Their lives hang in the balance.

Cut to a commercial break.

The Yeti tries to lead the Holograms through the snow. They arrive to discover the Misfits, who are perilously close to death. The Yeti brought them there to rescue them.

Andrew: It’s the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen!

Moki, Andrew, and the Holograms conduct a rescue, but it backfires on them. After getting the Misfits to safety, they abandon the Holograms once they reach the top of the mountain.

The Misfits arrive at the Hunza village, ahead of the Holograms. Unfortunately for them, the equipment they brought with them is completely useless, as there’s no electricity to be found. Pizzazz rudely demands an elderly villager to show her the music they keep secret, but the …

Hello and welcome to the JEMcast on Hologram Radio. This is Alex Knight and I am joined by Aleen Simms, founder of the Less than or Equal podcast, and science fiction writer, K. Tempest Bradford.

Synopsis: In Season 2, episode 21: ‘Renaissance Woman,’ “The Holograms and their friends attend a Renaissance fair at a castle in England. The false lord-to-be who owns the castle, and a Robin Hood-like outlaw trying to oust him, both fall in love with Danse.”

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Summary: Episode 47 (S2E21) is written by David Wise.

We open with Jem and the Holograms, on stage at a Renaissance fair concert in England. A young and soon to be Lord Reginald of Carfax Castle and Carfax County, announces his 21st birthday and introduces the Holograms.

Jem and the Music video: “Love’s Not Easy.”

During the music video, you can see Lord Reginald is quickly becoming enchanted by Danse. Reginald asks Broadbent who she is and insists he must meet her.

Jolly Jack, relieve these scoundrels of their booty.

At the fair, the Holograms are surprised to see a band of merry merry men who end up robbing some of the castle guards. One of them looks exactly like Robin Hood. Kimber questions if they’re acting or not. The Holograms chase after the thieves, but they instead find the guards, tied up.

Later in the evening, the Holograms bump into Robin Hood, who’s handing out sacks of money to some poor people. Robin takes a liking to Danse and introduces himself and asks her to look for him the following day at the archery contest.

The next day at the archery contest, the Holograms prepare to participate. Meanwhile, we see Lord Reginald who is warned that Robin Hood will not resist making an appearance. The winner of the contest will win 5000 pounds.

Danse takes off into the woods to warn Robin of the dangers of the tournament, since it’s a trap. Robin tells Danse that he realizes the contest is a trap. He has no choice but to let himself be captured so he can get into the castle. At midnight, Reggie will ascend to lordship. Reggie’s tyranny will be absolute if someone doesn’t stop him. Somewhere inside the castle is evidence that Reggie is not the rightful heir.

The archery contest begins and Robin is cleary identified by Reggie, after an impressive show of archery that destroys the competition. Robin is arrested by the guards. After Robin is taken away, Danse receives an invitation to join Reggie for a private dinner, but she refuses until Robin is released from custody. Jem and Rio both tell Danse that she has got to get Robin out of her head, after all, there’s no proof that Reggie is not the rightful air to Carfax Castle.

Danse, Jem, Kimber, and Rio witness castle guards extorting local citizens, by demanding that 90% of the profits on any goods sold within the castle grounds go to Reggie. Because everyone in Carfax County is employed by Reggie, they have to comply with Reggie’s demands. Jem decides to use Synergy to change into a Robin Hood costume. Jem goes full vigilante and takes Robin’s place, until he is absolved of all wrong doing.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “To The Rescue.”

After the video, we see the Holograms surrounded by very thankful citizens, as they’re handed the money that was taken from them. Jem tells Danse to accept Reggie’s dinner date so that she can keep him busy while the rest of the Holograms search the castle for evidence that will prove Reggie is not the rightful heir to the castle.

The Holograms split up to cover more ground as they search for the dungeon, which is where Robin is being held captive. Rio, Kimber, and Shana head one way and Jem, Aja, and Raya head another way. Unfortunately for them, they’re discovered by the castle guards and are chased.

Rio, Shana, and Kimber find Robin and t…

Synopsis: “Jem and The Holograms visit Ba Nee’s pen pal in Alaska. It’s up to them to stop The Misfits and Eric Raymond from ruining the trip and destroying a natural seal habitat.”

Summary: Episode 46 (S2E20) is written by Chris Pelzer.

We open with a very busy Harvey Gabor, frantically making phone calls. Pizzazz barges in and screams to get the attention of her father.

Harvey Gabor: Phyllis, can’t you see I’m taking care of business?

Pizzazz: Daddy, I want to talk about business?

Gabor: Business? You? That’s wonderful! What business would you like to talk about, dear?

Pizzazz: Daddy, you remember Eric Raymond?

Gabor: Yes, I remember you, all right. You’re the guy that ruined my movie studio. I lost millions!

Eric Raymond makes a pitch to Pizzazz’s father to buy an oil refinery in Alaska. The proposal is that by owning the materials needed to make vinyl records, he’ll be able to make records cheaper than any other record company in the world. Any investor wise enough to back him would make a fortune (potential billions). Mr. Gabor says he’ll fly to Alaska, and if everything checks out, he’ll sign the papers. He asks Pizzazz to go to Alaska to make sure Eric does everything right and to make him proud.

At Starlight Mansion, Ba Nee is upset after receiving a letter from her pen pal, Utu, in Alaska. Utu mentions someone wants to buy an island to build an oil refinery, but Utu is concerned the seals that occupy the area will die. Jerrica mentions to Ba Nee that the Holograms are performing in Alaska and that she should join them on the trip to pay Utu a visit.

The Misfits arrive in Alaska and make their way to Atuk via dog sled. Eric assures Pizzazz he only needs one more signature to seal the deal and acquire the land needed to build a refinery.

Pizzazz: This is a ridiculous way to travel, Eric.

Flying overhead, we see a small charter plane with the Holograms, Ba Nee, and Utu. They decide to take the scenic route with Utu as their guide.

Jem and the Holograms music video: “In The Land Of The Midnight Sun.”

After arriving in Atuk, Utu introduces Ba Nee and the Holograms to her parents, Mr and Mrs. Keniak, and her brother, George. Eric Raymond arrives and introduces himself to George, and reminds him that they discussed selling the plot of land they own over the phone. George tells Eric that he’s confident he’s convinced his father to sell the island. Utu is concerned and asks what will happen to the seals. George only seems to be concerned with a big payout. For now, the business deal will have to be discussed the following day, much to Eric’s chagrin, who claims the deal must be completed today.

Later in the evening, after dinner, Utu is upset about the impending doom of the seals. Shana offers to finish cleaning the dishes and the rest of the Holograms convince Jem to join Ba Nee and Utu to pay a visit to Naku, the local pet seal. They head out via Kayak.

The Misfits have growing concerns over the sale of the island. Eric reassures them that George wants to sell the island, it’s only the little girl that objects. Suddenly, we hear Harvey Gabor’s voice calling on the radio transceiver. Eric picks it up and acknowledges, but Pizzazz gets upset as Harvey was calling for Phyllis. Harvey asks if the paper work has been completed. Eric gives the disappointing news and Harvey decides not to land. Pizzazz grabs the radio and tells her father that the deal will be signed in the morning. Harvey gives them 24 hours to complete the deal.

Harvey: Phyllis, don’t disappoint me again.

Pizzazz: Eric, I could kill you.

Cut to a quick scene where Shana, Aja, Kimber, and Raya are helping out with chopping wood. George makes a joke about it being too hard for them, since Utu chops the wood herself, every day.

Elsewhere, Jem, Ba …

Synopsis: “The Holograms are invited to wear the pirate Jean Lafitte’s jewels for the Mardi Gras celebration. But could Lafitte’s ghost be after them?”

Summary: Episode 45 (S2E19) is written by returning writer, Mary Skrenes.

We open on a cruise ship as Jem and the Holograms patiently wait for their mystery contact to divulge what hotel they will be staying at. On stage the Melodicus, Jem is invited to wear the pirate Jean LaFitte’s treasure, jewels that haven’t been seen since 1814. Jem announces on stage that the band is going to the Mardis Gras.

Jem and the Hologram music video: “Let Me Take You To The Mardi Gras.”

Pierre Larquette introduces himself to Jem as her liaison with the crew of Melodicus. When she asks why all the mystery about Mardis Gras, Pierre explains that it’s more than just an 11-day party. The identities of the crew are always kept secret. Also, LaFitte’s treasure is invaluable and they don’t want it stolen. Pierre promises to tell Jem more the following day, as long as he meets her for lunch.

Shana is seen looking out at the sunset, as an old woman named Mama Lou mistakes her for someone named Lily. Shana receives a warning.

Mama Lou: Heed the words of Mama Lou. Beware of zombies on fat Tuesday!

Pierre goes over to Shana and tells her not to be frightened of Mama Lou. He then notices that Shana bares an uncanny resemblance to the legendary Lily LaRose.

Pierre: Lily LaRose was a Bourbon street Chanteuse–a singer. Jean LaFitte was her greatest admirer, as I admire you, ma cherie.

Shana: Please don’t. I–there’s someone else. His name is Anthony Julian.

Pierre: So, am I doomed then to a broken heart like poor Jean LaFitte? But I do not give up so easily.

The Holograms arrive in New Orleans and are taken by horse and carriage to Maison Fleur, but first, they take a scenic detour up Bourbon street. Meanwhile, the Misfits are in New Orleans and are jealous that the Holograms are getting all the publicity. Pizzazz promises her bandmates that come tomorrow night, they’ll be the ones wearing LaFitte’s jewels. They also brought along a hired zombie looking goon, named Necco.

Jem and the Holograms arrive at their hotel, Maison Fleur, but the lights are off. The carriage driver says they must have blown a fuse again, but assures them it will be fixed in time for the ball the following night. Jem knocks on the door and a man holding a candle answers. She explains the crew of the Melodicus sent them, but Maurice is distracted by Shana and doesn’t hear Jem’s words. We hear a woman’s voice coming from inside the hotel. Yvette commands Maurice to invite Jem and the Holograms inside. Yvette apologizes on behalf of Maurice for being cranky, as he’s been upset since his friend, Francois, disappeared last week. Yvette explains that it’s nothing to worry about and says it’s not the first time Francois has gone missing. Yvette looks at Shana and says she is the reason why she picked the Holograms to wear LaFitte’s treasure. Shana is confused. Yvette explains the legend of Jean LaFitte and Lily LaRose, who was her great-great grandmother. Maison Fleur was the house that belonged to LaRose.

Jean LaFitte loved Lily LaRose, but she couldn’t return his affection as he was a slaver. Lily was a patriot, so she let LaFitte meet at Maison Fleur in secret, with General Jackson to plan the battle of New Orleans. Late one night, they came up from the river through the cemetery. LaFitte left a casket of jewels with Lily, making her promise to keep them until he returned, but he never returned.

Yvette shows Shana and the rest of the Holograms the painting of Lily LaRose, who just so happens to look exactly like Shana. Yvette warns the Holograms that the ghost of LaFitte haunts Maison Fleur.

While the Holograms are shown their…