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SciFi TV Rewatch

A podcast exploring science fiction television - Past and present
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Episode 486 The Peripheral S01E04 Jackpot

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Peripheral. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Flynne’s decision to accept the physical risks to continue to travel to the future and promises her brother and Conner bodies so they might join her in 2100. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave rewatches S1 of Warrior Nun and S2 of Barbarians . Unsurprisingly, Wayne...

Nov 11, 202257 minEp. 531

Episode 485 The Peripheral S01E03 Haptic Drift

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Peripheral. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Flynne’s evolving relationship with Wilf and Lev’s group and the reasons behind their travels to 2032. Is Aelita trying to bring down the Research Institute? How much does Cherise know about the intrusions into her organization? In our What We're Watching segment, we dis...

Nov 04, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 530

Episode 484 The Peripheral S01E01-02 Pilot/Empathy Bonus

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Peripheral. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast Michael Ahr joins us as we discuss the near perfect pilot episode of the Prime Video interpretation of William Gibson’s cyberpunk novel. We acknowledge that it’s probably not fair to make too many Westworld allusions, but the out of order timeline does cause some narrative issues a...

Oct 28, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 529

Episode 483 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E08 Alloyed

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss The Rings of Power season finale which includes the revelations that Halbrand is Sauron and the Stranger is most likely Gandalf. We question whether we’ll see the Harfoot next season and why the elves must head to Valinor. In our What We're Watchin...

Oct 21, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 528

Episode 482 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E07 The Eye

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the choice Durin makes to defy his father the king so that Elrond and the elves can obtain a lifetime supply of mithril. Of particular interest is the pairing of Theo and Galadriel, the latter of whom tries to impart some much needed wisdom on Bron...

Oct 14, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 527

Episode 481 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E06 Udun

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the ebb and flow of the extended battle sequences that dominate the episode and whether it’s fair to reveal plot points and character survival based on the events described in the trilogy. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne breaks down and a...

Oct 07, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 526

Episode 480 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E05 Partings

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Isildur’s desperate attempts to join the expedition led by his father and Galadriel, and Bronwyn’s reaction to the mass defections of those who would rather bend the knee to Sauron than fight him. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finishes w...

Sep 30, 202257 minEp. 525

Episode 479 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E04 Waves

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Theo’s instinctive activation of the hilt of Sauron’s sword, and the fact that his companion leaves him to die at the hands of Adar’s orcs. There’s something strange going on with the ore discovered by the dwarves, and despite her poor people skill...

Sep 23, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 524

Episode 478 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E03 Adar

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the tepid welcome Galadriel receives upon arriving in Numenor with Halbrand, but it’s her companion’s hidden past that opens up new narrative possibilities. We also lay the groundwork for later discussions about Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey Mon...

Sep 16, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 523

Episode 477 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E01-02 A Shadow of the Past/Adrift

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and the possibility that we might see three or four characters embark on heroic journeys worthy of Joseph Campbell’s monomyth. Admittedly, we know how many of these storylines will pl...

Sep 09, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 522

Episode 476 Archive

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the science fiction film Archive. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the filmmaker’s examination surrounding the development of advanced artificial intelligence and the fundamental question of what constitutes a person. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne rewatches The Mandelorian , The Book of Boba Fett , and Rebels . Dave moves to London f...

Sep 02, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 521

Episode 475 House of the Dragon S01E01The Heirs of the Dragon

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of the HBO show House of the Dragon which focuses on the Targaryen dynasty 172 years before the birth of Daenerys. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne sticks with HBO and finally gets to the adaptation of Emily ...

Aug 26, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 520

Episode 474 Westworld Season 4

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Westworld 's fourth season, and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Christina’s plan to conduct one final test to determine whether survival of her race is possible. Though it’s unclear how the human race fits into this equation, the fact that Caleb’s daughter Frankie and other outliers remain in play makes it seem likely tha...

Aug 19, 20221 hr 19 minEp. 519

Episode 473 Outer Range S01E08 The West

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season finale, the revelation that Autumn is actually adult Amy, and consider the likelihood that she’s traveled from the future. Is the trail of black powder followed by Sheriff Joy a path to an unseen time portal? Does the series hold up if the story ends here? In ou...

Aug 12, 20221 hr 26 minEp. 517

Episode 472 Outer Range S01E07 The Unknown

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we announce our decision to cover the Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power when it releases in September. Tonight’s episode discussion centers on Autumn’s role moving forward and the bombshell reveal that Royal has known about time travel all along. Do we now ...

Aug 05, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 516

Episode 471 Outer Range S01E06 The Family

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss whether Royal tries to kill Autumn and if so why. The number of people who know about the void increases as Autumn shows it to Billy and strikes up a relationship that may offset her conflicts with Royal and the Abbotts. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne suggests c...

Jul 29, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 515

Episode 470 Outer Range S01E05 The Soil

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the pivotal opening scene that seems to show a 9 year old Royal climbing out of the void as young Wayne Tillerson watches from the hole’s edge. After crushing Autumn’s necklace in a vise, it appears Royal actually witnesses his own death. In our What We're Watching segment...

Jul 22, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 514

Episode 469 Outer Range S01E04 The Loss

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Sheriff Joy’s march towards prominence and the mysterious relationship between Royal Abbott and Wayne Tillerson. Though it seems clear the mountain and void are related, Wayne’s rock provides a fascinating third piece to the puzzle. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave...

Jul 15, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 513

Episode 468 Outer Range S01E03 The Time

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss more possibilities concerning Autumn and her connection to the Abbott family. While it appears the handshake between Royal and Autumn coincides with the appearance of Trevor’s dead body and the disappearance of the mountains, virtually everything remains a mystery at this ...

Jul 08, 202259 minEp. 512

Episode 467 Outer Range S01E02 The Land

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the connections Autumn Rivers has to the Abbott ranch, and Dave throws out his crackpot theory about her origin. Wayne examines connections between Royal’s journey and that of Hamlet as both descend into their individual rabbit holes. In our What We're Watching segment, in...

Jul 01, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 511

Episode 466 Outer Range S01E01 The Void

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Outer Range , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of the Prime Video Original series Outer Range starring Lily Taylor and Josh Brolin as the Abbott family comes to terms with the missing Rebecca and Royal’s discovery of a mysterious hole in his west pasture. While it seems clear that the hole may facil...

Jun 24, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 510

Episode 465 Beforeigners S02E06 Episode 6

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season two finale that opens with a drastic paradigm shift into an alternate dystopian world that finds Olaf as king and the Volva as his queen. Of course, it’s the blockbuster news that Lars’ relationship with Ingrid and Alfhildr is about to radically change that set...

Jun 17, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 509

Episode 464 Beforeigners S02E05 Episode 5

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss a powerful episode in which Alfhildr faces off against fellow two-way time traveler John Roberts who essentially admits he is Jack the Ripper. We also consider Ingrid’s decision to carry her pregnancy to its full term. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave’s choice ali...

Jun 10, 20221 hrEp. 508

Episode 463 Beforeigners S02E04 Episode 4

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the time travel abilities of John Roberts, Isaac Ben Joseph, Alfhildr, and Madde. What do Olaf’s visions mean, and will he succumb to the temptation of the white powder? Have Lars and Gregers established their own form of the Bro Code? In our What We're Watching segment, ...

Jun 03, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 507

Episode 462 Beforeigners S02E03 Episode 3

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we wonder about Olaf’s end game now that he’s received the go ahead to have his DNA tested against King Magnus’ bones. We also discuss whether or not Odin represents Lars’ hallucinations or is a supernatural manifestation. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne talks about the la...

May 27, 202256 minEp. 506

Episode 461 Beforeigners S02E02 Episode 2

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Olaf’s continued attempts to claim his rightful name in the 21st century and how much stock we should place in the Volva’s comment that she wants to find out what Alfhildr is as opposed to who she is. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne admits he’s finally finished ...

May 20, 20221 hrEp. 505

Episode 460 Beforeigners S02E01 Episode 1

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Beforeigners , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season two premiere of Beforeigners and the obstacles that now face Lars and Alfhildr. Has Jack the Ripper timeigrated to present day Oslo, and what’s the deal with the 19th century consultant Rubenstein? In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne revisits The Batman a...

May 13, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 504

Episode 459 Fringe S01E20 There’s More Than One of Everything

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Fringe , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season one finale and how Peter will handle the truth of his parentage once Walter admits what he’s done. Now that the alternate universe is verified, and we know there are, apparently, more than one of everything, how can we know for sure if what we see is to be believed? ...

May 06, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 503

Episode 458 Fringe S01E19 The Road Not Taken

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Fringe , and our listener feedback. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Olivia’s slipping into and out of the alternate universe and what that might portend. Now that Walter and Peter have grown closer in their relationship, once more truths are revealed, will Peter see his father in the same light? In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne mention...

Apr 29, 202258 minEp. 502

Bonus Episode 05 Doctor Who Easter Special 2022 ”Legend of the Sea Devils”

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Fringe , and our listener feedback. In this special bonus edition, we discuss the Dr. Who Easter Special “Legend of the Sea Devils,” and the utter disappointment both of us felt after watching this long awaited chapter in the final days of Jodie Whittaker’s run as The Doctor. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook...

Apr 27, 202216 minEp. 501
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