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Anomaly Podcast

Jen and Angelaanomalypodcast.com
The Anomaly Podcast offers unique insights into the world of sic fi and fantasy. This women-hosted, fun-loving show will satisfy your craving for something different with entertaining (some say hilarious) and enlightening commentary on your favorite movies, TV shows, books, and games. Podcasting since 2007 from South Central Texas—we're the halfway point between Muggle and Geek.
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Episodes

Anomaly | Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! 80s Games We Loved as Kids!

In this episode of Anomaly , Angela and I get nostalgic about the classic games we loved as kids—from 80s video games, game systems and 80s arcade games to our favorite pop bands, we'll take you back to the time when the future was so bright we had to wear shades. It's the first in a new series we're starting about our video game history. Be sure to visit the show notes for game play footage, trailers our 80s photos and links to everything we promised to include in the notes. What are YOUR favor...

Jun 20, 20151 hr 3 min

Anomaly Supplemental | Reboots, Remakes, Reimaginings & More

KC and Sue sit down for a somewhat freeform discussion about the current state of Hollywood. First, we lay out the difference between adaptions, reboots, remakes, reimaginings, and revivals; and then try really hard to use the correct terms for the remainder of the podcast. We talk about ret-conning versus rebooting; the seven (or maybe 4) different types of stories, and share our theories on why it seems that remakes, reboots, etc just seem to be everywhere. For full show notes, visit www.Anoma...

Jun 15, 201551 min

Anomaly | Avengers: Age of Ultron | Too Much Action???

Jen and Angela are back with a review of Age of Ultron. Visit the show notes for this episode to find links to Kasey's article: The Black Widow Conundrum , for links to the episodes Scott, David and Mark mentioned, for Sue's Comic Book Shoe tutorial and related material. If you enjoy Anomaly, please subscribe the show and share with your friends. Thanks for listening! Voice Mail Line: 432-363-4742 girlygeekz@gmail.com AnomalyPodcast.com...

Jun 07, 201551 min

Anomaly Supplemental: Safety Not Guaranteed

In this episode of Anomaly Supplemental, Sue and KC review the 2012 independent film, Safety Not Guaranteed. Spoilers abound! NOTE: This episode was recorded in October 2014 and is the final installment of the Anomaly Supplemental Catch-Up Initiative. Next Anomaly Supplemental is a discussion on reboots, remakes, and reimaginings.

Jun 02, 201545 min

Anomaly Classic | WORST OF TREK Series: The Game

In this preveiously archived Anomaly Classic episode, from 2009 or 2010 (there's some discrepancy), Jen and Angela kick off their popular "Worst of Trek" series. Riker and the crew are addicted to a game that involves mentally directing a disk into a funnel. When this is achived, the player is "rewarded" by receiving pleasure signals from the device. Kinky. The woman who introduced it to Riker says that the game can go as far as the player will take it, and Riker decides to continue playing. WEL...

May 25, 201542 min

Anomaly Supplemental | Dollhouse Panel: Does a Contract Negate Non-Consent? (Dragon Con 2013)

This episode is another panel from Dragon Con 2013: "Does a Contract negate Non-Consent?" That's a wordy one, but it's a panel from the WhedonUniverse Track , discussing the world of Joss Whedon's short-lived series Dollhouse starring Eliza Dushku. Even though this discussion is more about the world of that Caroline, the actives, and the Dollhouse exist in, I do want to sound the spoiler alert for anyone who has not watched both seasons of the show. Additionally, this panel gets into ethics, the...

May 17, 20151 hr 8 min

Anomaly | Star Wars Episode 1: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

This edition of Anoamly is a re-examination of Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace . We tried to be fair by highlighting not only the exceedingly bad and the tremendously ugly aspects of Star Wars Episode 1, but the good stuff too. And there are some good things that get overshadowed by the crap. :) Listen to the show and learn how to come to terms with the oldest of our three embarrassing cousins, within the Star Wars family and maybe find it within your heart to forgive Uncle George for co...

May 11, 201547 min

Anomaly Supplemental: A League of Their Own

KC and Sue discuss the classic baseball film, A League of Their Own. We discuss sports fandom compared to sci-fi/fantasy fandom, some trivia about the film, and why there's so much crying in baseball. This episode is part of the Anomaly Supplemental Catch-up Initiative. It was recorded in September 2014.

May 04, 20151 hr 13 min

Anomaly | Ultra Sabers Lightsabers Interview | & Crossguard Lightsaber Demo

This episode features an interview with Alex Buckner, the founder and co-owner of the lightsaber company: Ultra Sabers. We talked about their process, their product and we were shown their newest edition to their armory of sabers: the “Flamberge”—a cross guard style lightsaber! Please visit the show notes for this episode to watch the video that accompanies this episode. You'll see the "Flamberge" in action! Also in the show notes are related episodes and links to everything discussed and anythi...

Apr 24, 201534 min

Your Moment of Who: Last Christmas (2014 Christmas Special)

Doctor Who Episode Reactions **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS** KC and Sue (and a special canine visitor) discuss the 2014 Christmas Special - "Last Christmas," We sing a bit, then talk about what we liked and didn't like about the episode and the season as a whole. **This episode is part of the "Anomaly Supplemental Catch-up Initiative. It was recorded on January 24, 2015.**

Apr 19, 201527 min

Anomaly | Growing Up Geeky

Jen and Angela were joined by Rico from Treks In Sci Fi. They discuss their geeky childhoods, who influenced them growing up and how they've introduced their own kids to their fandoms. How did you grow up geek? Who influenced you? Were you bullied or were you the bully buster? Did you hide your geek or did you wear it with pride? Comment in our show notes or email us at girlygeekz@gmail.com. Show notes also contain links and photos of the hosts being geeky....

Apr 13, 20151 hr 24 min

Your Moment of Who: Series 8, Episodes 10-12 (In The Forest of the Night/Dark Water/Death In Heaven)

**THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS** KC and Sue talk about the last 3 Doctor Who episodes of Series 8. 1:02 - In The Forest of the Night 6:15 - Dark Water/Death in Heaven 28:25 - Troublesome Relationships and Our Darkest Hours 35:50 - Series 8, as a whole; Christmas Special Speculation; Now-debunked rumors; Series 9 speculation - all mixed together with a nice helping of Moffat crit. This episod is part of the "Anomaly Supplemental Catch-up Initiative." It was recorded on November 11, 2014. Sorry ...

Apr 05, 201550 min

Anomaly | The Mysterious "Outlander" Standing Stones

New Anomaly Series: Jen and Archaeologist Jenny McNiven discuss the historical accuracies that inspired our favorite sci-fi and fantasy books, movies and TV shows. Our first edition in this new series is about the standing stones in "Outlander". Outlander is a British-American television drama series based on the historical time travel "Outlander" series of novels by Diana Gabaldon.These megalithic structures not only dot the British Isles, but are found all over the world. They also talked ston...

Mar 26, 201535 min

Anomaly | The Worlds of Terry Pratchett (Dragon Con 2013)

This episode features a BritTrack panel recorded at Dragon Con 2013 called "The Worlds of Terry Pratchett." Plus, Sue takes a few moments to talk about her love of Pratchett and the Discworld, and a few brief encounters with him. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe to the show to stay up-to-date and share Anomaly with your friends. Web: AnomalyPodcast.com Email: moregirlygeekz@gmail.com Phone: 248.419.4335 Twitter: @AnomalyPodcast...

Mar 22, 20151 hr 8 min

Anomaly Convention Report | PAX East & PAX South 2015

In this edition of Anomaly, Jen is joined over Skype by Anomaly staff memebers and friends, Sith Jen and Anne, to discuss their experiences at PAX East and PAX South this year. They start by giving their over all impressions, compare PAX to other conventions they attend then chat about cosplay as well as some of the games and other products they saw while there. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to the show to stay up-to-date and share Anomaly with your friends. Email us your thoughts: girl...

Mar 15, 20151 hr 27 min

Anomaly |The Men of Star Trek (Hear the Actors from ST:TNG)

This 2012, Wizard World, Austin Comic Con panel features: LeVar Burton, Johnathan Frakes, Brent Spiner and Michale Dorn. Be sure to check out the "Women of Trek" Panel, which included: Marina Sirtis and Gates McFadden; it is currently in the feed along with our Comic Con vidcast reports from 2012, 2013 and 2014. Email us: girlygeekz@gmail.com, call our voice mail: 432-363-4742, Follow us on Twitter , join our Facebook Group and Like our Facebook Page . Thank you for listening and subscribing ....

Mar 03, 201555 min

Anomaly | Actor Sean Astin (From The Lord of The Rings/Goonies/Rudy)

Last year at Austin Comic Con, Jen had the opportunity to hear Sean Astin speak. He is one of the most friendly actors the Anomalies have had the chance to see and they wanted to share that experience with you. This episode includes a little "house keeping" information regarding Anomaly at the begining (no more than 2 minutes), and a recording of the Sean Astin panel from the 2014 Wizard World Austin Comic Con ( show notes ). We hope you enjoy it! Please subscribe to the show, Like us on Faceboo...

Feb 25, 201558 min

Anomaly of Sci Fi Fantasy Couples

In this Valentine's Day edition of Anomaly, Jen and Angela have a fun little chat about Sci Fi & Fantasy couples—their favorites, their least favorites and those they wish were an item but aren't. Please share our episode with your friends and add your voice to the mix over at the Anomaly Facebook Group . Find the show notes here . Contact Us: girlygeekz@gmail.com @AnomalyPodcast 432-363-4742 (Google Voice)...

Feb 13, 201516 min

The Return of Anomaly Supplemental: We're Not Dead!

KC and Sue return after a bit of a hiatus to chat about what has been going on in their lives. From real life to movies and TV to pets, the co-hosts talk about it all in this free-for-all "Whatchu Been Doin'" episode. For more information and show notes, visit www.anomalypodcast.com.

Feb 07, 20151 hr

Anomaly | Return of the King Discussion

In this episode of Anomaly, Jen and Angela talk about The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King ( show notes ) . SPOILER ALERT precious. They get a little deep during their commentary, but the Anomalies never take themselves too seriously. Rest assured, Angela will make a ridiculous comment that will cause you to laugh aloud--possibly shooting a beverage out of your nose. Sorry about that. Actually, no. They're not sorry. Unless it's coffee. Then yes. They're sorry... kind of. Voice Mail: 432-36...

Jan 27, 20151 hr 22 min

Anomaly | Raid Group Dynamics & Our Group of Friends

Visit the show notes for fun photos, links, and gaming definitions. Did you know that gaming raid groups parallels reality when it comes to the attributes of people and the composition of your group of real-life friends? It does! Please keep this conversation going. Contribute by calling our voice mail line at 432-363-4742, email us at girlygeekz@gmail.com and visit our web site at AnomalyPodcast.com Thanks for listening! Subscribe and share with your own Anomalous raid group!...

Jan 01, 20151 hr 24 min

Anomaly Booth Chat Day 1: 2014 Austin Comic Con

This is the last Anomaly episode of 2014; a lost recording made at the Anomaly booth with Jen, Angela, Rico and Noah. We have more lost episodes to share next year: panels, booth chats and interviews. Look for those to be sprinkled into our feed, one by one, next year. Anomaly's next episode, the first of 2015, will be on role playing raid groups and how they relate to our real-life dynamics. Find out what roles Jen and Angela play in their circle of friends and hear funny stories that back up t...

Dec 28, 201422 min

Anomaly Christmas Movies & TV Specials

In this Anomaly vidcast (a "miniskirt edition"), Jen and Angela list a few geeky holiday movies and television specials, as well as their own nostalgic/mainstream Christmas favs. What are your favorites? Email (girlygeekz@gmail.com), call or comment on Facebook , Twitter and at AnomalyPodcast.com Voice Mail: 432-363-4742 @AnomalyPodcast Merry Christmas! We'll be back next year!...

Dec 23, 201415 min

"The Force Awakens" a Sith Storm of Nerd Rage

In this special video edition of Anomaly, Jen and Angela react to the Star Wars teaser trailer. There's alot of raging going on, find out what the Anomalies think of it all and then send them YOUR thoughts. Email them at girlygeekz@gmail.com or leave a voice mail at 432-363-4742. You can also comment on their Facebook Group page , their Facebook Fan Page , Tweet them or comment in the show notes at AnomalyPodcast.com . Thanks for listening! They'll be back later this month with another episode! ...

Dec 03, 201412 min

Anomaly Video Report: Austin Comic Con 2014

This episode is a video exported for mobile devices. Please visit the show notes to view the footage and additional content. In this edition of Anomaly, Jen and Angela tell the tale of their cosplay adventures, in October of 2014, at Wizard World Austin Comic Con. Bonus Material/Show Notes>> Web: AnomalyPodcast.com Email: girlygeekz@gmail.com Voice Mail: 432-363-4742...

Nov 19, 201441 min

Your Moment of Who: Series 8, Episodes 7-9 (Kill the Moon / Mummy on the Orient Express / Flatline)

***THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** 01:15 - Listener feedback about previous episodes (contains spoilers for Time of the Doctor/Deep Breath) 07:25 - Kill The Moon 21:15 - Mummy on the Orient Express 31:40 - Flatline 38:50 - Email comments from Reggie (includes rumors for future episodes) 43:15 - A quick look forward to episodes 10-12 KC and Sue return once again to discuss the latest episodes of Doctor Who: Kill THe Moon, Mummy on the Orient Express, and Flatline. As always, we would like to re...

Oct 25, 201446 min

Your Moment of Who: Series 8, Episodes 4-6 (Listen / Time Heist / The Caretaker)

****THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS*** 01:20 - Listen 17:15 - Time Heist 28:55 - The Caretaker KC and Sue are back to discuss the latest episodes of Doctor Who: Listen, Time Heist, and The Caretaker. As always, we would like to remind you that we have each seen these episodes only once, and these are our first reactions. And as usual, we go down several rabbit holes and stir up some Moffat crit. For full show notes and additional content, please visit www.anomalypodcast.com....

Oct 03, 201443 min

Your Moment of Who: Series 8, Episodes 1-3 (Deep Breath / Into the Dalek / Robot of Sherwood)

Doctor Who has returned! We're already a quarter of the way through Series 8, and KC and Sue talked for nearly two hours about the first three episodes featuring the new Doctor, played by Peter Capaldi. Don't worry, though - it has been edited down to a much more manageable 52 minutes (or so). Please remember that we both only saw each episode once and that these episodes are "first reactions" to the episode. Don't expect too much analysis. There will be some, however, because we just can't stop...

Sep 10, 201452 min

Anomaly | Outlander | Why You Should Read & Watch

Visit the show notes for links, trailers and more>> Hi, I'm Jen and this is Anomaly 's first podcast episode about Outlander . I recently sat down with my sister and my mom to discuss the time traveling series written by Diana Gabaldon. We also talked about the first two episodes of the new television show that Gabaldon and Ronald D. Moore created, based on her novels. Alas, I don't have the Starz Channel, but my mom graciously offered to record them for me—it's good to have connections. A...

Sep 02, 201444 min

Your Moment of Who: Doctor Who TV Movie (Eighth Doctor)

For full show notes and links to all of our social media, please visit anomalypodcast.com Welcome to our final installment of this year's Classic Who series! KC and I discuss the 1996 TV Movie simply titled "Doctor Who" and starring Paul McGann as the Eighth Doctor. We talk about why American content creators should not be trusted with a 30+ year old BBC property, the overuse of racial stereotypes and gang/gun violence, the Seventh Doctor's traumatic end, and the somewhat odd characteristics of ...

Aug 21, 201430 min
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