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The Aquaboys continue through Homeboys in Outer Space, and it quickly starts to feel like real work.  Even with a couple funny lines here or there, we quickly succumb to the crushing torture that is this show.  Not even a blissful celebration of 4/20 can keep our spirits up.  

Homeboys in Outer Space is an American science fiction/fantasy sitcom that aired on UPN from August 27, 1996 to May 13, 1997. The series stars comedian Flex and Darryl Bell.  The plot centered around two astronauts, Tyberius "Ty" Walker (Flex) and Morris Clay (Bell), who flew around the universe in a winged car, nicknamed the "Space Hoopty", in the 23rd century. The duo's car, which was a cross between a lowrider and an 18 wheeler, was piloted by a talking female computer named Loquatia.

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The Aquaboys make their first trip to the stars and explore the unmitigated disaster of Homeboys in Outer Space.  This marvelous piece of UPN time-slot filler takes huge swings time after time and consistently misses at a level that’s nearly impossible to comprehend.  Too bad that we absolutely love it!  Come for a walk-through of this legendary piece of TV embarrassment, and stay for Tony’s Hindenburg-like ‘last-five-minutes’.  You’ll be glad you did. 

Homeboys in Outer Space is an American science fiction/fantasy sitcom that aired on UPN from August 27, 1996 to May 13, 1997. The series stars comedian Flex and Darryl Bell.  The plot centered around two astronauts, Tyberius "Ty" Walker (Flex) and Morris Clay (Bell), who flew around the universe in a winged car, nicknamed the "Space Hoopty", in the 23rd century. The duo's car, which was a cross between a lowrider and an 18 wheeler, was piloted by a talking female computer named Loquatia.

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By the grace of the TV gods, Blue Thunder was somehow renewed, much to the chagrin of most of the Aquaboys.   And boy-o-boy are we glad we hung around for Episode 3.  This episode has it all….a flamboyant arms dealer, a fascinating weight-loss subplot, gigantic drones with equally gigantic controls, oddly timed feats of strength, wing-walking, sharp-shooting, spider mating rituals and downright hilarious impressions  - - all of that AND an unconvincing love interest.  Who could ask for anything more?   Ok well…how about a dash of tape-delayed orgasims and a Fast and Furious prequel for good measure?   Now you’re talking.   

Blue Thunder is an American action drama television series based on the movie of the same title that aired on ABC from January 6 until April 16, 1984 featuring the Blue Thunder helicopter. The series uses the converted Aérospatiale Gazelle helicopter and large portions of stock footage from the 1983 film.  Lt. Frank Chaney of the LAPD is a maverick cop with unorthodox methods who is assigned to the Blue Thunder Team, which uses a very advanced gadget-filled helicopter in its fight against crime. "Blue Thunder" is capable of great speed and maneuverability, can run silently in "whisper mode", and is armed with the most powerful weapons in development. His partner is a fresh-faced rookie with the improbable name of Wonderlove, and ground support is supplied by ex-athletes Ski and Bubba, who drive a sophisticated van.

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All the Aquaboys (except for Brian) begrudgingly watch episode two of Blue Thunder.  Nobody (except for Brian) expected to have as much fun as we did watching this paint-by-numbers man-and-machine 80’s garbage.   While this episode didn’t feature the greatness of PVC, it did feature a bunch of heavily armed redneck racist bubbas who are attempting to overthrow the government.  Who would have ever thought an episode of Blue Thunder could be so timely and topical?   We also throw in some British themed playlets, barbershop quartets, and F.U.P.A. talk.   You’re welcome, “Aquaboy Nation”. 

Blue Thunder is an American action drama television series based on the movie of the same title that aired on ABC from January 6 until April 16, 1984 featuring the Blue Thunder helicopter. The series uses the converted Aérospatiale Gazelle helicopter and large portions of stock footage from the 1983 film.  Lt. Frank Chaney of the LAPD is a maverick cop with unorthodox methods who is assigned to the Blue Thunder Team, which uses a very advanced gadget-filled helicopter in its fight against crime. "Blue Thunder" is capable of great speed and maneuverability, can run silently in "whisper mode", and is armed with the most powerful weapons in development. His partner is a fresh-faced rookie with the improbable name of Wonderlove, and ground support is supplied by ex-athletes Ski and Bubba, who drive a sophisticated van.

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Team Aquaboy assembles to tackle another man and machine show from the 80’s.  After a bumpy premier episode, try as it might, Blue Thunder the TV show doesn’t live up to the standards set by Blue Thunder the movie.  Not even the most legendary of character actors like Richard Lynch, Bubba Smith, Dick Butkus, and Dana Carvey can save this show from poor execution and a down-right preposterous (yet strangely hilarious) villain.   BTW, RIP PVC.  

No matter how you pronounce the word ‘helicopter’, Blue Thunder will still be a tough watch. 

Blue Thunder is an American action drama television series based on the movie of the same title that aired on ABC from January 6 until April 16, 1984 featuring the Blue Thunder helicopter. The series uses the converted Aérospatiale Gazelle helicopter and large portions of stock footage from the 1983 film.  Lt. Frank Chaney of the LAPD is a maverick cop with unorthodox methods who is assigned to the Blue Thunder Team, which uses a very advanced gadget-filled helicopter in its fight against crime. "Blue Thunder" is capable of great speed and maneuverability, can run silently in "whisper mode", and is armed with the most powerful weapons in development. His partner is a fresh-faced rookie with the improbable name of Wonderlove, and ground support is supplied by ex-athletes Ski and Bubba, who drive a sophisticated van.

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The Aquaboys assemble to broadcast live from the driveway at Aquaboy Studios, offering up our first pocket-sized episode.   This episode we celebrate the year that was 2020 by discussing our favorite shows, movies, comics, and music from the year.   But first, we tackle how to properly address gypsies, tragedy befalls Tony and advances in menstruation technology!   

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Not to worry listener, this time we for sure jump right into discussing the episode.  Well…sorta.   First we clear up some shower thoughts that wander from back hair dreadlocks to Mexican buffet based emotional support.  Not to mention spending a considerable amount of time breaking down the ins and outs of at-home waxing.   

Do we choose to continue Freaks and Geeks?   Listen and find out. 

Freaks and Geeks is an American teen comedy-drama television series created by Paul Feig and executive-produced by Judd Apatow that aired on NBC during the 1999–2000 television season. The show follows gifted high schooler Lindsay Weir, who befriends a gang of slacker "freaks", and her younger brother Sam, as he and his geek friends navigate high school. Eighteen episodes were completed, but the series was canceled after only 12 had aired. A fan campaign persuaded NBC to broadcast three of the remaining episodes in July 2000, with the rest of the unaired episodes airing that fall on Fox Family Channel.

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Damn you, Covid!!!   In what seems like ages since we last recorded due to pandemic related scheduling difficulties, we are finally able to get together to talk about Episode 3 of Freaks and Geeks.  And in keeping with the tradition (?) of not talking about unbelievably good television, we instead spend way too much time reliving traumatic childhood experiences, discussing pre-teen boredom, and how all but one of us avoided the dreaded pantsing. (That’s how its spelled, we looked it up.)   Again, let’s be clear….Freaks and Geeks is incredible.   If you can find it…watch this show.  

Freaks and Geeks is an American teen comedy-drama television series created by Paul Feig and executive-produced by Judd Apatow that aired on NBC during the 1999–2000 television season. The show follows gifted high schooler Lindsay Weir, who befriends a gang of slacker "freaks", and her younger brother Sam, as he and his geek friends navigate high school. Eighteen episodes were completed, but the series was canceled after only 12 had aired. A fan campaign persuaded NBC to broadcast three of the remaining episodes in July 2000, with the rest of the unaired episodes airing that fall on Fox Family Channel.

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Once again,  we need to be very clear,  Freaks and Geeks is a phenomenal show.    The Aquaboy podcast is supposed to be about highlighting and reviewing examples of great TV just like this.  However, for a second show in a row things like horrible personal tragedy, abbreviations, and virginity time-line confusion distract us from actually  talking about the show.   Prepare yourself, as we swerve all over the road.   

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Freaks and Geeks is an American teen comedy-drama television series created by Paul Feig and executive-produced by Judd Apatow that aired on NBC during the 1999–2000 television season. The show follows gifted high schooler Lindsay Weir, who befriends a gang of slacker "freaks", and her younger brother Sam, as he and his geek friends navigate high school. Eighteen episodes were completed, but the series was canceled after only 12 had aired. A fan campaign persuaded NBC to broadcast three of the remaining episodes in July 2000, with the rest of the unaired episodes airing that fall on Fox Family Channel.

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We spend the better part of this episode getting caught-up after a long time away from each other.  We don’t totally ignore the the TV watching part of the show, but it takes second fiddle to a disturbing reveal from Jason, discussions of cross-breeding, and one of the most pitiful homecoming dates ever.  Let's face it, Freaks and Geeks is hands-down greatness.  Pretty sure we’ll be watching this one for a while.   

Freaks and Geeks is an American teen comedy-drama television series created by Paul Feig and executive-produced by Judd Apatow that aired on NBC during the 1999–2000 television season. The show follows gifted high schooler Lindsay Weir, who befriends a gang of slacker "freaks", and her younger brother Sam, as he and his geek friends navigate high school. Eighteen episodes were completed, but the series was canceled after only 12 had aired. A fan campaign persuaded NBC to broadcast three of the remaining episodes in July 2000, with the rest of the unaired episodes airing that fall on Fox Family Channel.