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Last time that we discussed Invincible we talked about how it stands many of the superhero tropes on its head and gives powerful characterizations without wallowing in cynicism as so many series do. In this episode we take a look at the third season of Amazon Prime’s Invincible. We discuss what this season teaches us about Mark, Nolan, Cecil, and others. We question whether Nolan is a redeemable characters. We talk about Mark’s character and whether he comes off as childish, principled, or somewhere in between. We debate nuance with characters like Rexplode and Powerplex. Along the way we get into the topics of Viltrumite culture, why Peter Cullen’s voice grants a character instant trust, time travel, and achieving full Marks.

Stay for the outtakes where Cammie makes the case that The Hunt for Ben Solo was canceled because the Di$ney executives hate women.

Our five-minute controversy this time asks if Marvel pulling their unnamed July 2027 film is a good or bad sign of their efforts to improve the performance of their brand at the box office.

This week Cammie, James, and Nate join the cast.

Show Notes:
Invincible Seasons 1&2 42cast Episode

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This episode of Have Coffee Will Travel looks a little different…because it is. For the first time, Shawn set up a camera and filmed the podcast while recording the audio. Why? Because he’s gearing up to launch a new YouTube project called The Long Way Around. The goal is simple: get comfortable on camera and learn the basics of video production along the way.

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/yj0C2Bwm3Fk?si=5dw-J0FTCx1nZL0c

Naturally, that led to a fun behind-the-scenes conversation about what it takes to start a talking-head YouTube channel. Shawn shares what he’s been researching lately—camera framing, sound quality, lighting, and how to actually talk to an audience through a lens without feeling awkward. It’s part learning process, part experiment, and Leah is more than happy to help put him through his paces.

Then the episode shifts into a very appropriate theme. Since this is episode 47—a number every Star Trek fan recognizes—Leah fires a series of questions at Shawn about the legendary sci-fi franchise. Think of it as Star Trek for Beginners. Shawn explains why the series matters, what makes it unique, and why it’s captured imaginations for decades. If you’ve ever wondered what all the fuss is about, this is your crash course.

After that, we catch up on life lately. Leah is eagerly waiting for her bees to arrive as she dives into the world of beekeeping, while her foot care business continues to slowly ramp up. Shawn, meanwhile, is getting excited about seeing Godsmack live in June with his two brothers.

We also share a slightly unusual travel plan: converting a used Dodge Grand Caravan into a simple camper. The idea? Use it during road trips—especially when we head to the World’s Longest Yard Sale—so we can skip the hotel and sleep in the van instead.

We wrap things up with some small-business talk, including recent Etsy sales and Shawn getting back into selling on eBay. Plus, we give our brutally honest review of Eyes Wide Shut (spoiler: we did not love it) and talk about preparing merchandise for our upcoming booth at Great Lakes Geek Fest on March 22.

It’s a little Star Trek, a little entrepreneurship, and a little van-life dreaming—exactly the kind of conversation that happens when you sit down for coffee with us.

This week’s podcast promo: Legends of the DCU

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Jim discusses Director Larry Cohen’s Horror-Comedy “The Stuff,” starring Michael Moriarity, Andrea Marcovicci, Garrett Morris, Paul sorvino, Danny Aiello, Patrick )O’Neal, Scott Bloom, and several 80s notables from film and television. This dark look at consumerism and the foibles of the “Me” Generation has developed quite a cult following during the 41 years since its release. Find out more on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcaast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

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The Music of 1976

This week we set the controls to the heart of 1976 to revisit some of the great music that came out that year! Of course, we cover the biggie, Frampton Comes Alive. We also report on three of the biggest movements of ’76 — Prog, Glam, and Disco. Along the way, we cover important debuts by bands like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Blondie, Bryan Ferry, Jon Anderson, and The Ramones, plus some biggies by Wings, Aerosmith, KISS, Genesis, Queen, and more.

If you want to listen to all the music we talk about in this episode, you can hear it all on our Spotify Playlist! 

Let us know your favorite band / album / song from 1976! Drop us a line at [email protected] or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you’re listening to us. 

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Flopcast episode 722! In the wake of last week’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame episode, Kevin and the Mayor check out documentaries about two of the nominees: Luther Vandross and Jeff Buckley. (Kevin also stumbled upon a 1985 movie starring Tatum O’Neal and Irene Cara that we suspect has never been seen by anyone else ever.) And we brave the mean streets of Allston, Massachusetts (featuring poorly shoveled sidewalks and drunk college kids) to see a couple of wonderful bands: Foxy Shazam (those glam rock maniacs responsible for the Peacemaker opening theme song) and Descartes a Kant (a Mexican quartet with Devo-style costumes and a super-cool retro-futuristic concept album). Plus: The Mayor is a guest on a couple of other podcasts (The Doctor’s Beard and The 42cast) to discuss Doctor Who, Witchblade, and perhaps other nerd stuff. #luthervandross #jeffbuckley #foxyshazam #descartesakant #irenecara #eso #esonetwork #geektalk #geekpodcast #geek #nerdtalk #nerd #nerdpodcast #podcast #flopcast

Episode 722 complete show notes and links at www.flopcast.net!

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After more than six decades, Doctor Who remains one of the most imaginative franchises in television history — but in 2026, the show stands at a fascinating crossroads. Where is the TARDIS headed next? What has the modern era done right, what’s been lost along the way, and what does the series need now to thrive? Should Doctor Who continue full speed ahead, creatively reinvent itself, or even take a deliberate rest before its next regeneration?

Moderated by the crew of the Earth Station Who Podcast, this panel dives into the future of Doctor Who, exploring storytelling trends, the changing television landscape, audience expectations, franchise fatigue, and the challenge of keeping the world’s longest-running sci-fi series fresh. Expect thoughtful discussion, fan perspectives, and lively Whovian debate as we look at what Doctor Who should be in 2026 and beyond.

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This week, the EARTH STATION TREK crew will reach “300th Night,” the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’s first season!

Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

#startrek #starfleetacademy #300thnight

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We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 2, Episode 24 “First Flight,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. Archer finds out that an old colleague, A.G. Robinson, has died and this prompts him to tell T’Pol the story of how he, AG, and Trip committed serious crimes back when they were test pilots trying to get past warp 2. As they explore a dark matter nebula, Archer confesses to stealing a prototype ship because of his daddy issues. Astronomer Nicole Gugliucci joins us to help us make sense of the nebulous dark matter references.

Sound assistance by K.O. Myers at Particulate Media If you enjoy the show, follow us on Facebook or on BlueSky or send us an email to [email protected]. We cannot tell you how much we would love to hear from you!

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This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with a discussion of the Monkees episode “Too Many Girls” and reflecting on the life and legacy of Neil Sedaka.

Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

#monkees #toomanygirls #imabeliever #steppinstone #neilsedaka #mickydolenz #mikenesmith #davyjones #petertork

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The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 105: Unusual English Words.
 
Tasked with providing a Polish colleague with teaching them a new English word every day, Paul has scoured the English language to find some old and obscure words. Dan Shawn and a virtual Kacey throw in their own selection for good measure. With a brief appearance of Paul’s cat and some Fun Facts thrown in, we present Episode 105 of the Cosmic Pizza Podcast. If you have any words that we have not mentioned, then drop us a line at the email address below.

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