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For decades the Muppets have been entertaining audiences all over the world. More expressive than most puppets, the Muppets connect with audiences on a deeper level than many similar creations. Combined with talented muppet performers and fun character concepts, it’s no wonder that the Muppets have entertained widely varying audiences for so long. In this episode we take a deep dive into the Muppet concept. We talk about our favorite Muppet characters. We discuss our favorite Muppet scenes. We also get into the reasons why people still enjoy the Muppets. We end by debating where we see the Muppet concept going in the future.

Due to time constraints there is no five-minute controversy this week.

This week Beth; Eric; Tom; Miranda; and newcomer, Steve, join the cast.

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The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 104: Films never to watch again. This episode is the first recorded in 2026, so we discuss our how our Christmas festivities panned out with and without our loved ones. We have a quick fun fact followed by some feedback from a long-time listener before moving on to our main feature. Here we enter the mirror universe to look at the opposite of Episode 102 our film bucket list. Which films would we never want to see again! Which films would you want to miss and why. Let us know via email at [email protected] or at the Cosmic Pizza Podcast Facebook page.

Thank you for downloading and listening. We hope you enjoy the show. If you do, then tell others.

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Batman ’66 S2 Ep56 – Caught in the Spider’s Den

The Black Widow adjusts her cerebrum short-circuiting device to successfully alter Batman’s brain. With Batman powerless to resist, and Robin captured, she disguises herself as the Boy Wonder and brings along a dummy Batman to rob another bank. Commissioner Gordon initially believes Batman is setting a trap for the villainess. But when word comes of the successful robbery, the commissioner puts out an all-points bulletin to bring in the Caped Crusaders dead or alive.

Episode aired Thursday, March 16, 1967

Director: Oscar Rudolph

Writer: Robert Mintz

Cast:

Adam West – Batman

Burt Ward – Robin

Alan Napier – Alfred

Neil Hamilton – Commissioner Gordon

Stafford Repp – Chief O’Hara

Madge Blake – Mrs. Cooper (credit only)

Tallulah Bankhead – Black Widow

Don ‘Red’ Barry – Tarantula

Al Ferrara – Trap Door

Mike Lane – Daddy Longlegs

Richard Krisher – Policeman

George Chandler – Grampa

Donald Briggs – Irving Irving

Mike’s Shout Out:

Snow Island

Drew’s Shout Out:

Batman and Robin: Year One

BatChums logo by Peter Cutler.
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Theme music by Ricky Zero.
RadioCult.com
https://youtube.com/@wehadthat

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In honor of Dragon Con’s 40th anniversary, Mike, Jen, and Channing are joined by longtime Dragon Con attendee Darin M. Bush, along with a bonus appearance from Marilyn Teague, to discuss what Dragon Con was like at its very first show and how it has grown and evolved over the past four decades.

From early days of a much smaller convention footprint to the massive, multi-hotel fan experience Dragon Con is known for today, this episode explores how fandom, community, and the con itself have changed while still holding on to the spirit that made Dragon Con special from the start. Along the way, the conversation is filled with personal memories, historical insight, and a whole lot of love for a fan-run convention that continues to define what Dragon Con is all about.

Whether you’re a decades-long attendee or gearing up for your first Dragon Con, this Season 15 premiere is the perfect way to celebrate forty years of cosplay, creativity, and community.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Gets Wrecked. This week we are talking about the new Amazon action comedy Wrecking Crew. In blowing smoke we discuss Shot Show highlights. In Nerd News we talk about Masters of the Universe, Maul Shadow Lord, First look at Lobo in Super Girl, Shelter, and Dare Devil season 2. This week I’m smoking the CLE Corojo.

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On this episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew pays tribute to the incomparable Diane Keaton, celebrating the life, legacy, and enduring influence of one of Hollywood’s most beloved and original talents. From her breakthrough in Annie Hall to unforgettable work in The Godfather trilogy, Something’s Gotta Give, The First Wives Club, and so many more, Keaton’s performances captivated audiences and reshaped the possibilities for women in film.

We revisit her iconic collaborations, her distinctive style, and the roles that made her a defining figure in movie history, all while honoring her recent passing on October 11, 2025. Join us for a thoughtful reflection on her career, cultural impact, and why Diane Keaton’s voice and screen presence will be remembered as a true Hollywood original.

Join us as we reminisce about the movies, moments, and performances that gave these actors a second chance at stardom. It’s a nostalgic celebration of resilience, reinvention, and the magic of the silver screen — because in Hollywood, sometimes the greatest stories happen after the comeback.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected], and why not subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and wherever fine podcasts are found. 

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Flopcast episode 717! Were you listening to the radio half a century ago? And was it ridiculous? We’re looking at a list of the Top 100 songs of 1976, and it sure seems that way. But it’s a fun mix of classic rock, disco, easy listening, disco, novelty songs, and a little more disco. There’s even a TV theme song on the list, and it just might involve a Sweathog or two. If you remember when the Bay City Rollers ruled the charts, this will take you back. Slip into your Starland Vocal Band concert t-shirt and enjoy. #disco #baycityrollers #discoduck #eso #esonetwork #geektalk #geekpodcast #geek #nerdtalk #nerd #nerdpodcast #podcast #flopcast

Episode 717 complete show notes and links at www.flopcast.net!

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Barry King (B.K. On The Air) joins Jim for a look at the sequel to Hammer’s Classic Vampire Film “Horror Of Dracula,” – 1966’s “Dracula, Prince Of Darkness.” starring Christopher Lee, Barbara Shelley, Andrew Keir, Francis Matthews, Phillip Latham, Susam Farmer, Charles Tingwell, and Thorley Walters. Two traveling couples happen upon the castle of Count Dracula which allows the Count to rise from the ashes and terrorize the neighboring community. Find out more on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

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The Police are back in the headlines—but not for the reasons fans might hope. A lawsuit involving the band members is nearing its conclusion, and this week Stephanie, Rob, and Alan dig into what we know about the case, unpacking the details of the suit and where each of the three musicians fits into it.

That said, it’s not all legal drama. We also take a joyful detour through our favorite Police concert memories, argue the merits of beloved songs and albums, and fondly revisit the glory days of MTV, when the band seemed to be everywhere.

To wrap things up, we catch up on what we’ve been listening to, watching, and reading lately—because the conversation never really stops.

We love hearing from our listeners! 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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Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com  
R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com  
Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

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The time has come once again to discuss and rank the Top 5 animated features of the year, the year in question being 2025, which featured 2 epic animated films about a trio of unlikely heroes battling other-worldly forces to save humanity: “The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” and “KPop Demon Hunters”. Also in the mix are “Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires”, “Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League”, “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc”, “Dog Man”, “Elio”, “Fixed”, “Plankton: The Movie”, “The Bad Guys 2”, “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants”, and “Zootopia 2”. Joining me to sway my decision-making process with more facts than the average Ted Talk are returning guest Tony Goldmark of “Escape From Vault Disney”, and riding shotgun with him is David “Doggans” Gansalle of “Riffin’ With Doggans” and many other pop-culture review shows! It’s our longest episode to date, so let’s stop delaying the inevitable and get right to the fun!

Featured Comedy Music:
“My Name Is Fudd” – Power Salad
“Happy Birthday Fungus Face” – Da Yoopers
“Burn” – Tony Goldmark

Tony Goldmark’s podcast:
Escape From Vault Disney – ⁠https://escapefromvaultdisney.libsyn.com⁠

Doggans’ website – https://doggans.com

Luke Ski – ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/lukeski⁠

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Executive Producers: Danny & Kim Chamberlain

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