Steven and Erika quite like “The Monster of Peladon”! We said what we said!

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Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky

Erika and Steven continue Erika’s journey of discovery of “The Monster of Peladon” with slightly(?) less talk about “The Space Pirates.”

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Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky

Steven and Erika start another new-to-Erika story, which is going well…so far! Oh, and once again they end up taking about “The Space Pirates.” (We swear we’re not doing it on purpose!)

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Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky

Persistence is really the most important part of the game.

Year in review

Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm

Surprisingly not a vehicle for a single guest star, this year’s Doctor Who Christmas special features a Time Hotel, Dinosaur shenanigans, Thanos glitter, a bootstrap paradox with a lantern firmly attached, and a stunning ten minutes where the Doctor does time at a non-time hotel. Oh, and yeah, a really famous star is introduced. Chip and Jason break it all down. Happy Christmas to all!

Jason Snell and Chip Sudderth

An actor performing as an alternate Scrooge at a regional theatre discovers the true meaning of “A Christmas Carol” through the help of a few spirits and a plucky little dog in this holiday special. We also learn—to no one’s surprise—that Chris Breen can do an impressive Vince Guaraldi impression.

With Austin Tichenor as Carl, with Ele Matelan, Travis Bedard, Moises Chiullan, Liz Carman, Chip Sudderth, Shannon Sudderth, and Steve Lutz

What is an alternate Scrooge?

David J. Loehr

Cigars are always trouble. Marina McCoy discusses Barbara Robinson’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (1972).

John McCoy with Marina McCoy

[Crossposted from Downstream on Relay FM.]

Down the chimney comes Tim Goodman, reuniting with Jason to discuss his super-secret insider TV reviews, streaming’s influence in the rise of international TV here in the U.S., and Jason’s top TV shows of the year.

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Tim Goodman and Jason Snell

Jason mentioned: Shogun (Hulu), Dark Matter (Apple TV+), Bad Monkey (Apple TV+), Hacks (Max), Slow Horses (Apple TV+), Silo (Apple TV+), Shoresy (Hulu), Masters of the Air (Apple TV+), The Diplomat (Netflix), and A Man on the Inside (Netflix).

Tim Mentioned: Black Doves (Netflix), Giri/Haji (Netflix), Moving (Hulu), House of Ninjas (Netflix), A Shop For Killers (Hulu), The Frog (Netflix), Kleo (Netflix), and Black Twitter: A Peoplpe’s History (Hulu).

K’ronng’s sword gets a name, maps are confusing, and the party smells…things.

Keys from the Golden Vault - Reach for the Stars, Part 2

Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Lincoln Hayes and Monty Ashley

Edited by Erika Ensign.

It’s a mysterious planet, but not the mysterious planet you’re looking for. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including cons not seen, unnecessary parkour (all parkour), and the challenges of child-friendly entertainment mixed with the horrors of war.

Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh