In this episode, Winston and Nick delve into the world of Soviet science fiction, focusing on the works of Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. They explore the iconic novel "Roadside Picnic" and its profound impact on the genre, including its influence on Jeff Vandermeer's "Annihilation" and Michael Crichton's "Sphere." The discussion also covers the renowned film adaptation "Stalker" by Andrei Tarkovsky and the broader cultural context of the Cold War era. Join them as they uncover the intricate web o...
Sep 23, 2024•43 min•Ep. 57
In this episode, Winston and Nick examine the role of video games as a pivotal step toward The Simulation.
Jun 28, 2024•53 min•Ep. 55
Is this the real life? Is this just Science Fantasy? Get caught in a landslide with Winston and Nick and escape from reality as they differentiate Science Fiction from Science Fantasy and discuss the merits of both.
May 31, 2024•46 min•Ep. 54
Join Winston and Nick as they compare and contrast the first book of the "Remembrance of Earth's Past" trilogy and its recent Netflix adaptation, "3 Body Problem."
Apr 26, 2024•50 min•Ep. 53
In this episode, Winston and Nick dive all the way into the long awaited conclusion to Denis Villeneuve's Dune saga.
Apr 11, 2024•51 min•Ep. 52
After a brief hiatus to tend to their own matters back at home, Winston and Nick have returned to the cosmos to continue their Infinite voyage!
Mar 26, 2024•51 min•Ep. 51
Could it be? Have Winston and Nick finally uncovered the elusive mystery they've been seeking since the inception of this intergalactic auditory expedition?
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this episode, Winston and Nick discuss the history, symbolism, and massive influence of Marvel's most uncanny mutants, the X-Men.
Jul 25, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 49
It's the home stretch! Nick and Winston unveil their top 3 heroes. How do they compare your favorite heroes? What other Top 10 lists would you like to hear? Let us know!
Apr 17, 2023•44 min•Ep. 48
Winston and Nick continue counting down their top 10 heroes with 7 through 4.
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 47
Right on the heels of Top 10 Villains comes Top 10 Heroes! Winston and Nick kick things off with numbers 10 through 8 in the first of this 3-part episode. Stay tuned to hear the rest!
Mar 31, 2023•54 min•Ep. 46
The Battle of the Baddies continues! Who will be Winston and Nick's number most awesomely heinous villains? Do you agree? Think you have better picks? Let us know!
Mar 06, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Join Winston and Nick as they explore the dark side of science fiction in this exciting 2-part episode. The dynamic duo will be comparing their favorite villains from across the science fiction spectrum, including TV shows, movies, and books. Get ready to hear some intriguing discussions and analysis of some of the most iconic and fearsome villains in science fiction history.
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Join Winston and Nick for a deep dive into the fascinating history of trading cards and how one of the popular sets became the conflicted cult classic, Mars Attacks.
Feb 27, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this episode, Winston and Nick carry the conversation of the previous episode forward to discuss Masamune Shirow's iconic, multimedia cyberpunk world, Ghost In The Shell.
Dec 19, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 42
What makes us human? Will the inevitable robot uprising result in utopia or dystopia? Nick & Winston ponder these questions and more in the latest episode.
Dec 01, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode, Winston and Nick talk about Paul Verhoeven's parody-turned-prophetic sci fi flick, Robocop.
Sep 09, 2022•54 min•Ep. 40
In this episode, Winston and Nick venture into a realm some might say is outside the World of Sci-Fi. Yet regardless of where you stand, no matter how you look at it, Alan Moore's legendary graphic novel, The Watchmen, was so massively influential that its effects are certainly felt in Science Fiction.
Aug 22, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode, Winston and Nick discuss John Carpenter's horror masterpiece, The Thing, and revel over practical effects and top notch performances.
Aug 04, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 38
GOOD NEWS, EVERYONE! In this episode, Winston and Nick discuss Matt Groening's comedy sci-fi masterpiece, Futurama, and it's universe full of brilliant characters.
Jul 11, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode, Winston and Nick discuss Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and the downside of Life imitating Art.
Jun 17, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode, Winston and Nick relish in the work of filmmaker David Cronenberg and all its gushy, bloody, body horror glory.
May 10, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 35
Hold on to your butts... In this episode, Winston and Nick talk dinosaurs, specifically Jurassic Park, and the impressive career path of author Michael Crichton.
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode, Winston and Nick discuss George Orwell's prescient sci-fi novel, 1984, and its doubleplusungood parallels with the current state of the world.
Mar 07, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Winston and Nick continue their discussion of the Matrix movies from the previous episode, moving into the second, third, and most recent installments. *Please excuse the intermittent audio glitches. A cloud of cosmic dust partially obstructed the ship's broadcast signal*
Feb 21, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In the first of this two-part episode, Winston and Nick catch up, talk spinal fusions, and the first Matrix movie- and inadvertently prove we're living in a simulation in the process! *Please excuse the intermittent audio glitches. A cloud of cosmic dust partially obstructed the ship's broadcast signal*
Feb 08, 2022•45 min•Ep. 31
In this episode, Winston and Nick fire up the flux capacitor to explore the iconic time-travel trilogy, Back To The Future. They discuss the differences between producers and filmmakers, revel in Thomas F. Wilson's performances, and uncover an unexpected internet conspiracy theory.
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, Winston and Nick dissect the galaxy's deadliest hunter, examine its films, and discuss what makes it so popular to this day.
Jan 03, 2022•58 min•Ep. 29
He may not be the first name you think of when it comes to sci-fi, but the genre's influence on Christopher Nolan's work is undeniable. In this episode, Winston and Nick examine the prestigious filmmaker's filmography through the lens of science fiction.
Dec 20, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 28
In this episode, Winston and Nick journey to the Land of the Rising Sun and explore the dystopian sci-fi Akira.
Dec 03, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 27
