Join host Benjamin Schneider and guest Danielle Aubuchon for Part Two of Episode 10 as we continue exploring This Island Earth (1955).

We dig deeper into alien encounters, behind-the-scenes stories, and the film's lasting influence. We also explore the broader 1950s sci-fi landscape, discussing War of the Worlds (1953), Forbidden Planet (1956), Invaders from Mars (1953), The Mole People (1956), and Plan 9 from Outer Space (1957).

From Cold War paranoia to atomic age anxieties, we examine how these films shaped modern science fiction—all while sipping smooth nitro cold brew.

If you missed Part One, listen here: https://rss.com/podcasts/real-beans/2523962/

Coffee Pairing: RISE Brewing Co. Nitro Cold Brew

Guest: Danielle Aubuchon Website: https://www.danielleaubuchon.com/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0231409/

Films Discussed:

• This Island Earth: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047577/
• War of the Worlds: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046534/
• Forbidden Planet: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049223/
• Invaders from Mars: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045917/
• The Mole People: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049516/
• Plan 9 from Outer Space: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052077/

Where to Watch:

• YouTube: https://youtu.be/LJlEoM4_uyw
• JustWatch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/this-island-earth

Coffee: https://risebrewingco.com/

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