Anomaly sometimes records what we call a "mini-skirt" 'cast. This is a podcast we publish outside of our regular schedule and is usually a little shorter than a full show. And you can expect several in the next few weeks discussing Start Trek Discovery! We need to talk about the obvious. One of the hardest things about Star Trek Discovery as a devoted fan of Star Trek is balancing your desire for some new stories from your favorite world and the fact that SciFi as a genre has come a long way in ...
Oct 26, 2017•45 min
SPOILER ALERT! Please be aware that this episode contains spoilers for episodes one and two of Star Trek Discovery. Angela and Jen were included in a roundtable discussion about Star Trek Discovery’s first two episodes: "The Vulcan Hello", and "Battle at the Binary Stars". It was a diverse group of men and women from all over the US who weighed in on the new show. And we are proud of the balance of criticisim and positive comments on everything from CBS All Access Streaming to Rebooting Klingons...
Sep 28, 2017•1 hr 21 min
Do you have what it takes to graduate from these highly competitive sci fi fantasy schools? Would you survive the rigorous training and dangerous tests? Talk about a serious education! In this installment of Anomaly, Jen and Angela list eleven academies that teach powerful magic, superior science, sneaky spying, and super soldiering. It’s a fun, light-hearted look at our favorite academies from sci fi fantasy television, movies, and literature. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend...
Aug 18, 2017•41 min
The ultimate woe, the epitome of nerd rage, the most taboo of all topics is the very one that Angela and Jen set forth to conquer in this episode: Star Wars or Star Trek . Join us as we bring back this golden oldie from the Anomaly vault all the way back in 2011 where Jen and Angela approached this age-old question, not from a ‘which franchise is better’ standpoint, but instead, they looked within and asked what the preference of one franchise over the other says about a person. So...which do yo...
Jul 18, 2017•34 min
Did you love Wonder Woman or REALLY LOVE Wonder Woman? Angela and Jen discuss how expectations were met for a character they have been waiting to see on the big screen for almost 40 years! After all this time we finally get a big budget - silver screen version of Wonder Woman. Is it worth seeing multiple times in the theater or should you wait for the TNT premier in 2019? Visit the show notes at AnomalyPodcast.com for links to episodes discussed in this edition of Anomaly So what did you think o...
Jun 08, 2017•42 min
A "mini-skirt" review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. The first five minutes are spoiler free; Jen and Angela give their overall impressions about the acting, the story, and the music before playing the Anomaly Spoiler Red Alert and talking in-depth about the latest Marvel film. Discussed in this Review The background of Pom Klementieff, the actress who played Mantis Sean Gunn, who played who played Karolin Obfonteri Elizabeth Debicki who played Ayesha Whether or not the story spent enough ti...
May 19, 2017•26 min
Lwaxana Troi can read your dirty thoughts, don't try to hide them from her... In this episode, Jen and Angela talk about Counselor Troi's mom and her evolution over two Star Trek series. They also talk about their moms and being nerdy moms themselves. Check out the official show notes for this episode at AnomalyPodcast.com, for links to related episodes mentioned in this installment of Anomaly. A Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 review is coming in a couple of days! If you like our show, please sh...
May 14, 2017•46 min
Can a beautiful woman in a tight, skimpy suit represent all women? We ask this question and talk about the feminist history behind Wonder Woman. Please see the show notes for links to The Secret History of Wonder Woman by Jill Lapore as well as links to the podcasts and blogs that contributed to our episode. The notes can be found here anomalypodcast.com/shownotes/can-wonder-woman-be-every-woman/ As always, we welcome your comments! Here's how you can get in touch: AnomalyPodcast.com/Contact gir...
Apr 13, 2017•1 hr 9 min
Jen and Angela celebrate Anomaly's 10th anniversary by answering the question "what is an Anomaly?" Are YOU an Anomaly? See the show notes for links to all the episodes discussed! Subscribe to the show at AnomalyPodcast.com/subscribe-to-our-podcasts/ Donate here at AnomalyPodcast.com/Donate Here's how you can get in touch: AnomalyPodcast.com/Contact 432-363-4742 (Google Voice Mail) Email your written comment or audio comment to GirlyGeekz@Gmail.Com Thanks for listening!...
Mar 03, 2017•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, Jen and Angela return with a tribute to Carrie Fisher—a woman who was the ultimate Anomaly and someone they held a ton of respect for. They waited for a month to talk about her passing on Anomaly, because, quite frankly, the two of them couldn't record an episode without getting choked up. After they had time to digest what happened, reflect on why she meant so much to them, and re-watch her films and the Bright Lights documentary, they gave it another try. Please visit the show...
Feb 05, 2017•43 min
SPOILER ALERT!!! Jen and Angela, Joe and Chris (Jen's co-hosts from The Star Wars Stacks), and Rico from Treks in Sci-Fi all had a "certain point of view" regarding Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and so this episode of Anomaly was rather spirited at times. They all liked the film, but they each had a different take on the Star Wars story's execution and plot. From the use of CGI and the dark nature of the script to the EU nods and cameo appearances, just about everything was touched on in this cha...
Dec 20, 2016•1 hr 14 min
SPOILER FREE. Angela is back! She and Jen discuss impressions of Fantastical Beasts and Where to Find Them, hopes for Star Wars: Rogue One & Star Trek: Discovery. Angela gives a mini review of Civilization 6, and Jen talks of her plans to review the books Dracula Vs Hitler and Star Wars: Catalyst. Next episode will be a review of Star Wars: Rogue One! Go watch it! If you have a comment, please send us a message at girlygeekz@gmail.com or call our voicemail line at 432-363-4742. Find links to...
Dec 11, 2016•39 min
In this final episode of Anomaly Supplemental, KC and Sue give our recommendations, list off some of the topics we never got around to, and discuss the 2008 sensation: Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog. As usual, we talk about our favorite parts, dig up some trivia, and go on several tangents. This might be the last Anomaly Supplemental, but don’t worry – we won’t disappear. There is a new project in the works. In the meantime, you can follow KC on Twitter (@ThatKCRyan), follow Sue (@spaltor) on Tw...
Nov 27, 2016•50 min
Our friend Chris joined Jen a few years ago to record this review of the Elder Scrolls games for Treks In Sci Fi. If you’re not familiar with the Elder Scrolls series, it’s a high fantasy RPG that’s been going strong since 1994 and includes Arena, Daggerfall, Battlespire, Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim. Check it out and Happy Thanksgiving! We'll be back soon! girlygeekz@gmail.com Voice Mail :432-363-4742 If you like games you or nostalgia in general, you may also enjoy our episode entitled “Gir...
Nov 21, 2016•1 hr 38 min
KC and Sue discuss the Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell , which happens to be one of KC’s favorite books and filmed adaptations. Visit anomalypodcast.com for show notes.
Nov 15, 2016•59 min
Ghostly voices caught on tape! A haunted doll named "Pattie", a ghostly cemetery picnic, a woman in white, zombies, superpowers that aren't so "super".... we have all those stories and a whole lot more! Check out the show notes which includes video of a ghost hunt where ghostly voices are captured on tape. Thank you to Rick Moyer and KIX95.3 for allowing us to play clips from their video in this episode. The show notes also include links for the music played in this episode. Thank you to The Wig...
Oct 31, 2016•56 min
It's Halloween! KC and Sue discuss the classic Gene Wilder and Mel Brooks film: Young Frankenstein! 1:55 - Watcha been doing? 7:40 - Listener Feedback 11:31 - Announcement! 15:21 - Young Frankenstein www.anomalypodcast.com @anomalypodcast facebook.com/anomalypodcast
Oct 30, 2016•50 min
Anomalies! Be included in an all NEW Halloween episode of Anomaly on Monday, October 31, 2016! Audio clips and voice mail due: by 11 a.m CST, Saturday, October 29th. We're talking about our personal experiences with the paranormal—ghosts, aliens, monsters, premonitions, etc... you tell us your stories and we'll tell you ours! Send an audio clip (recorded via phone app or microphone) to girlygeekz@gmail.com . AUDIO ONLY PLEASE. You can also call our voicemail line at 432-363-4742 and leave a mess...
Oct 27, 2016•2 min
In this archive episode from 2010 Anomaly's Angela and Jen are joined by Sue, KC, Anne, and Chris to discuss the awesome Buffy Musical Episode, Once More with Feeling. For fans of Buffy, Musicals, Sci Fi, Fantasy this is an episode that covers many fandoms. We'll be back soon. Stay subscribed and share us with your friends. Join our FB Group Here : facebook.com/groups/117812266828/ Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please rate us in iTunes and Stitcher and share with your friends. H...
Oct 23, 2016•1 hr 10 min
That's right, it's another panel from Dragon Con! Last time, we let you choose, and you chose Jessica Jones. This time, it's dealer's choice, so you get the American Sci-Fi Classics Track's Salute to Action Hour. Jack of All Trades and Cleopatra 2525: Quickly canceled and super-awesome. Singing these 1990s TV themes in mandatory. www.anomalypodcast.com facebook.com/anomalypodcast @anomalypodcast
Oct 16, 2016•1 hr 6 min
Brainnnsss!!! "If you don't like this movie, you're not an awesome person." ~Angela The Facebook Group voted to repost this Classic Anomaly episode from 2011. Our friend Meds, from Waffle On, joined us to review the zombie comedy film that Simon Pegg co-wrote and starred in. Check it out! We'll be back soon. Stay subscribed and share us with your friends. Join our FB Group Here : facebook.com/groups/117812266828/ Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please rate us in iTunes and Stitche...
Oct 09, 2016•56 min
That's right, it's another panel from Dragon Con! Earlier in the week, Sue put up a poll in the Anomaly Facebook Group which included all of her recorded panels from Dragon Con 2016. Well, nearly everyone wanted to hear the Jessica Jones panel from the American Sci-Fi & Fantasy Media Track. This was one of the last panels of the entire convention, on Monday afternoon, and it was a packed house and a great discussion. Jessica Jones: Dealing with Your Demons Season Review. Based on the Alias c...
Oct 02, 2016•1 hr 5 min
SPOILERS! Learn why every scifi fan should experience this epic RPG adventure! My friend Chris and I recorded this episode a while back for Treks In SciFi. In it, we discussed the awesomeness that is Mass Effect! We talked about: • The plots for each game • Characters and races • Missions and outcomes • Game-play • Character deaths • Villans • Romance • How decisions made and how they affect the outcome of the series Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please rate us in iTunes and Sti...
Sep 25, 2016•1 hr 45 min
We're back from Dragon Con! And that means that it's time for Anomaly Supplemental to bring you some panel recordings! Moderated by Sue and with KC as a panelist, this is Truly Outrageous! Female Heroes of Classic Sci-Fi. The annual "Truly Outrageous" panel on the American Sci-Fi Classics Track at Dragon Con focuses on the women of classic sci-fi who influenced the panelists as children and young adults. It's always a convention highlight, the pride of the Classics Track Directors, and a good ti...
Sep 18, 2016•1 hr 11 min
SPOILERS for Season1! This week Jen and Angela start a new review series on "Stranger Things" . They cover season one and talk about the various tie-ins, throwbacks and possible references in the new supernatural sic-fi drama. They also point out a few Easter eggs you may have missed, and discuss the characters in depth. At the end they make an announcement about the show. Show notes: AnomalyPodcast.com/shownotes/Stranger-Things-S1/ Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please share wit...
Sep 11, 2016•54 min
In this episode of Anomaly Supplemental, KC (Dragon Con Newbie) and Sue (Dragon Con Eternal Member) and joined by Gary Mitchel, the Co-Director of Dragon Con's American Sci-Fi Classics Track. We discuss what makes Dragon Con different from many of the other big cons, talk about our panels, guests and events we're looking forward to, the community service aspect of the convention, and answer some of KC's n00b questions. It may sound like we're doing a really long commercial for Dragon Con, but we...
Sep 04, 2016•48 min
SPOILER ALERT. Besides the bad reviews and the media madness surrounding Jared Leto's "acting" antics the movie is actually good, summer blockbuster fun. Learn why the critics are wrong and what Jen and Angela liked and didn't like about the film in this special video review. Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please share with your friends. Help us improve what we do here, by filling out this survey: survey.libsyn.com/anomaly Your voice matters to us! Join in the conversation and ge...
Sep 01, 2016•32 min
KC's been under the weather and Sue's stuck in convention prep, so we bring you a re-lease of our 2011 episode covering "Little Shop of Horrors." Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please share with your friends. Help us improve what we do here, by filling out this survey: survey.libsyn.com/anomaly Your voice matters to us! Join in the conversation and get your voice heard on Anomaly: Send an audio comment or email to girlygeekz@gmail.com Call our voicemail line at 432-363-4742 or co...
Aug 21, 2016•45 min
SPOILER ALERT! Star Trek Beyond is WORTH YOUR TIME! The End. I’m kidding… Of course there’s more, a whole lot more! Jen and Angela discussed the Star Trek Beyond plot, the treatment of its female characters—by far the most feminist story in the franchise—the acting, writing, new characters…the WHOLE shebang. What did you think of the movie? In two weeks, we’ll cover Stranger Things and Suicide Squad! Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please share with your friends. Help us improve w...
Aug 12, 2016•44 min
Sue and KC have a discussion about Disney's live-action-meets-animated film noir comedy, Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Tagged explicit because of KC's language. Thank you for listening! If you like our show, please share with your friends. Help us improve what we do here, by filling out this survey: survey.libsyn.com/anomaly Your voice matters to us! Join in the conversation and get your voice heard on Anomaly: Send an audio comment or email to girlygeekz@gmail.com Call our voicemail line at 432-363-...
Aug 08, 2016•1 hr 6 min
