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Books are an important medium that can expand your mind and can show you spectacle that no TV series or film could ever match. In this episode we talk about some foundational, geeky books. We start by discussing the books that were essential to our own geeky journey. Then we talk about books that we think are good recommendations for those just starting off reading either science-fiction or fantasy.

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

In this episode Alli; Kelley; Juliette; and newcomer, Andy, join the cast.

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This week on Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew welcomes author, playwright, and director Luke Yankee for a very special conversation about the life and remarkable career of his mother, Academy Award-winning actress Eileen Heckart.

Luke shares personal memories and behind-the-scenes stories about growing up with a celebrated actress whose extraordinary career spanned Broadway, Hollywood, film, and television. From her Oscar-winning performance in Butterflies Are Free to memorable roles in The Bad Seed, Heartbreak Ridge, and countless stage and television productions, Eileen Heckart became one of America’s most respected and versatile character actresses.

Beyond the famous performances, Luke offers a son’s unique perspective on the woman behind the actress—her personality, her passion for her craft, and what life was really like away from the spotlight. We also explore Luke Yankee’s own career as a writer, playwright, and director and how growing up surrounded by theater and show business influenced his creative journey.

Join us for a warm, funny, and nostalgic celebration of Eileen Heckart’s life and legacy, told through the memories of someone who knew her better than anyone.

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Clay Sayre joins Jim for a discussion of a beloved Sci-Fi TV show from 1963 -“The Outer Limits,” starring a host of well-known television and film stars from the 40s, 50s and 60s. The show, which ran only two seasons, was unlike anything seen before on television and developed a very loyal following during the last 63 tears. Find out more on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcast Dedicated To Old Monster Movies.

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This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs join the War of the Flashes, take on Hush, and wrap up the Birds of Prey series. Wally West battles a godlike Eobard Thawne after discovering the secrets of Still Point, but his father Rudy sacrifices himself to stop the monstrous Reverse-Flash, leaving Wally devastated and determined to find a way to bring him back in Absolute Flash #11 & 12. Hush wages a psychological war against Batman and the Bat-Family in Batman #158 thru 163. The Birds of Prey battle the Shadow Army’s deadly Unreality game to save Gotham in Birds of Prey #25 – 28. All this plus, DC News, Shout Outs, and much, much more!

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Table of Contents

0:00:00 Show Open

0:01:05 DC News

0:18:52 Absolute Flash #11 & 12

0:25:00 Batman #158 – 163

0:38:32 Birds of Prey #25 – 28

0:45:32 Show Close

Comics

Absolute Flash #11 (01/28/26) – War of the Flashes – Part One

Absolute Flash #12 (03/04/26) – War of the Flashes – Part Two

Batman #158 (03/26/25) – H2SH: Chapter One: The Pawn

Batman #159 (04/23/25) – H2SH: Chapter Two: The Rook

Batman #160 (05/28/25) – H2SH: Chapter Chapter Three: The Knight

Batman #161 (7/23/25) – H2SH: Chapter Chapter Four: The Queen

Batman #162 (11/12/25) – H2SH, Chapter Five: The King

Batman #163 (05/27/26) – H2SH, Chapter Six: Draw

Birds of Prey #25 (09/10/25) – The Unreality – Part 1

Birds of Prey #26 (10/01/25) – The Unreality – Part 2

Birds of Prey #27 (11/05/25) – The Unreality – Part 3

Birds of Prey #28 (12/03/25) – The Unreality – Finale

Cletus’s Shout Out:

My Adventures with Superman

Drew’s Shout Out:

Batman: Hush

Links

Legends of the DCU Website

The ESO Network

Legends of the DCU/BatChums Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback, comment on the show, or would like us to give you a shout out, please call the LDCU feedback line at (317) 455-8411 or feel free to email us @ [email protected]

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Flopcast episode 747! With Dragon Con just days away, let’s look at our official schedules, because Kevin and the Mayor will be busy with panels, presentations, and miscellaneous silly things. Including: Panels on Pee Wee’s Playhouse, Supergirl, Pluribus, Lanterns, and more! A tournament of villains! The Geek Girls Run! Fandom Feud! A celebration of Sid and Marty Krofft! Script readings from Saturday Night Live and Manimal! Roll-a-Panel! And yikes, even more. Hope to see you there. Avoid the rush and start feeling completely exhausted right now. #dragoncon #peeweeherman #supergirl #pluribus #krofft #lanterns #snl #manimal #esonetwork #eso #geektalk #geekpodcast #geek #nerdtalk #nerd #nerdpodcast #podcast #flopcast

Episode 747 complete show notes and links at www.flopcast.net!

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This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew reviews “Off-Hour,” the latest episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds! With Season 4’s pattern of giving us a different movie or television genre each week, it looks like this week treats us to a riff on disaster flicks in the vein of “Titanic” and “The Poseidon Adventure”.

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

#startrek #strangenewworlds #offhour

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The Mandalorian was the first Star Wars series to debut in the Disney+ streaming era. In many ways it was fitting that it became the first series to cross-over into the realm of the feature film. In this episode we take a look at The Mandalorian and Grogu. We talk about the main characters as well as guest star Rotta the Hutt. We delve into the performances and the use of the characters in the story. We also discuss the plot and pacing of the story. Along the way we discuss the trajectory of the Star Wars franchise, whether a film or series works better for The Mandalorian as a character and concept, and what we’d like to see from Mando and Grogu in the future.

Our five-minute controversy this week asks if anyone wants to see performances of dead celebrities generated by A.I.

In this episode Ryan, Anji, and Stephen join the cast.

Show Notes:
Stan Lee’s voice and likeness to be utilized by A.I. for commercial use.
Mandalorian and Grogu’s production budget
Mandalorian and Grogu’s box office take
America: Birth of a Nation (Stephen’s satirical documentary)

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We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 8 “Twilight,” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. Archer gets timey wimey brain worms leading to a terrible future where earth is destroyed, humanity is nearing extinction, and Malcolm has a goatee. But don’t worry, it’s not all bad! T’Pol wears normal clothes for the first time!

Jamie and Maria are at DragonCon! Look up Jamie’s panels in the DragonCon app by searching for “Jamie Bernstein” on the speakers tab.

Sound assistance by K.O. Myers at Particulate Media 

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This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Kevin Eldridge of The Flopcast to chat about another entry in Micky Dolenz’ filmography, Night of the Strangler!

Night of the Strangler is a 1972 American blaxploitation mystery film directed by Joy N. Houck Jr. and starring Micky Dolenz and James Ralston.

Join us as we collectively ask, “Wait, did anyone actually get strangled?”

#monkees #nightofthestrangler #mickydolenz

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Dragon Con 2026 is almost here, and Earth Station Boo is bringing the spooky!

The Horraholic Hosts, Tea & Karen, are joined by Derek, Director of the Horror Track, and Carol from the Urban Fantasy Track are spilling on everything happening at Dragon Con. They talk celebrity guests, parties, shows, panels, and get sneak peeks at some of the exciting programming coming to the convention.

Beth, Sarah Rose, and Jake also share what they’re doing, including their own panels and favorite Dragon Con activities. Then We reveal what Earth Station Boo has planned, our live show that will also stream on the Digital Media Track’s Twitch and our  meet and greet! Plus all oof our panels, moderating duties, and plenty of spooky and kooky fun.

Whether you’re heading to Atlanta or joining us from home, grab your con badge, charge your phone, and get ready for Dragon Con!

Subscribe now to Earth Station Boo where we talk all things horror. Let’s Get Spooky!


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Dragon Con Horror Track

Carol Malcolm
Urban Fantasy YouTube
DC Urban Fantasy Facebook

Beth Dolgner

http://bethdolgner.com/

Beth’s Amazon Bookshop

Sarah Rose
Dragon Con Theater Lovers⁠ Unofficial Group

 

Find all our links here:
https://linktr.ee/EarthStationBoo

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