Saddle Up! 13: An Illyrian Enigma
“Ad Astra per Aspera.” We continue Season 2 as we discuss a story that questions the Federation’s commitment to IDIC, examine real-word struggles to avoid discrimination, and debate how the case against Illyrians fits into the existing story of genetic modification within Star Trek.
The 602 Club 436: Less Selfish and More Selfless
Braveheart. We discuss something epic, being noble, compromise, freedom, useful fiction, the cast, the music and our ratings.
Saddle Up! 12: Kung Fu Juice!
“The Broken Circle.” We kick off Season 2 with a look at the unexpected start, character moments, the writers’ flirtation with canon, some confusion at the very top over where the series falls on the Star Trek timeline, and why it doesn't really matter when you have stories that are so much fun.
The 602 Club 435: Cause and Effect
The Flash. We discuss Flash facts, the Justice League, Zack Snyder's Justice League, Wonder Woman, the humor, no solution, Barry 2, Michael Keaton, Supergirl, the effects, the music, the ending, a question and our ratings.
Assembling Avengers 34: Moon Knight
Moon Knight. Join Matthew Rushing and John Mills on their journey through the MCU as they continue through Phase 4 with the 5th Disney Plus show.
The 602 Club 434: Nuked Themselves to Death
Planet of the Apes. We discuss entering the ape house, from page to screen, what drives men, facts and faith, keeping them separated, destroyer of worlds, character, make up and effects, the music and our ratings.
Literary Treks 364: Traditional Adventure
Dayton Ward: Somewhere to Belong. We discuss the setting, the Xaheans, storylines, mental health, writing with shows in production, the spore drive, writing advanced tech, movie night, the legacy, what's next and our final thoughts.
The Orb 153: Down the Wrong Warp Pipe
“Move Along Home” 30th-anniversary reflections. We discuss the Wadi, whether budget was really the problem, why the crew should have played more Legend of Zelda, and more. Shap 6!
The 602 Club 433: Leader of the TVA
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. We discuss starting with Gwen, responsibility and desire, a changing relationship, the romance, taking villains seriously, the timeline, Spider-People, the middle chapter, Peter B. Parker, the music, all the easter eggs, our ratings and recommendations.
The 602 Club 432: So Last Century
TRON. We discuss our introductions to the movie, mirroring real life, decentralization, religious programs, the cast, getting into the world, movie breakthroughs, the music and our ratings.
Literary Treks 363: Ensign Never Finds Love
Dark Matters: Shadow of Heaven. We discuss Paris and Chakotay, Janeway, Jekri, Harry's bad luck, interluding character, our ratings and final thoughts.
The 602 Club 431: Stuck Here in the Middle With You
Lethal Weapon 2. We discuss our first time, script issues, a big opening, adding more humor, South African villains, a love interest, the Murtaugh story, the soundtrack and our ratings.