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SciFi TV Rewatch

A podcast exploring science fiction television - Past and present
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Episodes

Episode 568 Outer Range S02E03 Everybody Hurts

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Autumn’s new connection with the Tillersons and the effect the black powder has on those who used it recreationally or medicinally. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne overcomes his home Hulu issues to check out the new season of Shoresy . Dave finishes D ark Matter a...

Jul 05, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 621

Episode 567 Outer Range S02E02 Traces to Somewhere

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the fluid nature of time travel and the available portals within the show’s context and why certain characters don’t seem to remember significant events from their past. Is it possible Autumn time traveled into the present timeline? In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne...

Jun 28, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 620

Episode 566 Outer Range S02E01 One Night in Wabang

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the Autumn is Amy theory espoused by Royal and whether the scar is a red herring or a Chekhov’s Gun element. Will Perry live out his life working near his young adult parents or attempt to return to his own time? And what about Sheriff Joy? Will she assimilate into the 19th...

Jun 21, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 619

Episode 565 Looper

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the 2012 film Looper. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the multiple timeline aspects of the film and whether it’s important to explain every minute detail rather than focus on the themes of love and redemption. Does older Joe have any redeeming qualities? Will Cid grow up to be the Rainmaker? In our What We're Watching segment, Dave continue...

Jun 14, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 618

Episode 564 Fallout S01E08 The Beginning

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season 1 finale of Fallout during which Lucy learns the truth about her father, and Norm learns more about the sinister plans of Vault Tec. What’s ahead for the second season? Will Lucy and The Ghoul confront Hank? Will Maximus leave the Brotherhood and reunite with Lucy? W...

Jun 07, 20241 hr 34 minEp. 617

Episode 563 Fallout S01E07 The Radio

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss what Norm may have encountered in Vault 31, and whether or not Betty allows him access to her computer. It seems that Moldaver might actually be a good guy after all. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally watches Mad Max: Fury Road and loves it. Wayne continues to be...

May 31, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 616

Episode 562 Fallout S01E06 The Trap

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss possible explanations for Moldaver’s appearance and who Sorrell might be referring to when he asks The Ghoul if he’s still searching for a particular individual. In our What We're Watching segment, surprisingly, Dave reaches the midway point of S3 of Black Sails , and Wayne exp...

May 24, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 615

Episode 561 Fallout S01E05 The Past

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the mysteries of Vaults 31, 32, and 33, and what level of involvement Betty and Stephanie have in the secrets lingering in the background. When, if ever, will Maximus reveal his true identity, and will he and Lucy be allowed to return to the surface to find the head? In our Wha...

May 17, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 614

Episode 560 Fallout S01E04 The Ghouls

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Norm’s initial investigation of the Vault32 mystery and whether he’ll take charge of Vault 33 or leave for the surface. However, the central story revolves around Lucy’s transformation and her relationship w/The Ghoul. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne begins reading Ag...

May 10, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 613

Episode 559 Fallout S01E03 The Head

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss possible next moves within Vault 33 and whether Norm and Stephanie stage a coup and decide to leave the vault and go to the surface. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally listens to Pink Floyd’s The Wall , and Wayne finally finishes the novel Tree of Smoke . In Liste...

May 03, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 612

Episode 558 Fallout S01E02 The Target

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the Wizard of Oz allusions and Lucy’s Hero’s Journey as she searches for her father. Wayne suggests that The Ghoul might end up more protagonist than antagonist. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave praises the Netflix film Don’t Look Up , and Wayne rediscovers Star Trek: D...

Apr 26, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 611

Episode 557 Fallout S01E01 The End

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 Fallout. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series’ premiere of the video game based Prime Video series Fallout starring Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, and Walton Goggins. Big questions include how the raiders gain access to the vault and why Overseer Hank is kidnapped and taken to the surface. In our What We're Watching...

Apr 19, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 610

Episode 556 Black Mirror Bandersnatch

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the groundbreaking “choose your own adventure” episode “Bandersnatch.” While its thematic material revolves around the well explored fate vs free will motif, the technical aspects stand out. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave sheepishly admits to enjoying the T...

Apr 12, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 609

Episode 555 Black Mirror S06E01 Joan is Awful

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the episode’s themes which include relationship dissatisfaction, expectations of privacy, and the role of AI in the production of television offerings. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes 3 Body Problem on Netflix, and Dave ventures into the slasher ge...

Apr 05, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 608

Episode 554 Black Mirror S03E04 San Junipero

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the multi-faceted love story that centers around Yorkie and Kelly. One of the few optimistic Black Mirror episodes, its examination of a belief in the afterlife and the controversial topic of euthanasia challenge viewers to examine their own belief systems. In our Wh...

Mar 29, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 607

Episode 553 Black Mirror S04E06 Black Museum

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the events that ultimately lead Rolo to commit an unpardonable sin as he exploits convicted killer Clayton Leigh and his family. Is Nish justified in giving Rolo a taste of his own medicine, and what does the episode conclude about those willing to patronize his Blac...

Mar 22, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 606

Episode 552 Black Mirror S03E03 Shut Up and Dance

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss another Black Mirror look at what constitutes justice and whether in these cases, the punishment fits the crime. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne has high praise for the 2023 film The Creator , and staying with the film theme, Dave finally gets around to wat...

Mar 15, 20241 hr 6 minEp. 605

Episode 551 Black Mirror S02E02 White Bear

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss whether the punishment meted out to Victoria crosses the line between vengeance and justice. Should the citizenry take glee in the suffering of others, even those guilty of inflicting pain themselves? In our What We're Watching segment, Dave starts the sixth season o...

Mar 08, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 604

Episode 550 Black Mirror S03E06 Hated in the Nation

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the 90-minute mini-movie that is “Hated in the Nation,” and the numerous themes it covers during an homage tinged episode that calls on Hitchcock, The X-Files , Fringe , and even The Peripheral . In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne checks out Constellation on A...

Mar 01, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 603

Episode 549 Black Mirror S04E04 Hang the DJ

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the complications surrounding an AI driven dating simulation and whether it’s a good idea to surrender our romantic agency. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne easily convinces Dave to check out Obliterated on Netflix, and Dave talks about the Swedish crime dra...

Feb 23, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 602

Episode 548 Black Mirror S03E01 Nosedive

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss an episode that examines the pitfalls of social media and the need to be recognized by friends as well as strangers. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave completes Berlin , the Netflix Money Heist prequel, and Wayne again tries to sell Dave on the film Gran Turis...

Feb 16, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 601

Episode 547 Black Mirror S04E01 USS Callister

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we examine the Star Trek themed episode “USS Callister” which led off the series’ fourth season. While it’s certainly a parody of the original series to some extent, the episode also forces us to take a look at a number of societal and individual aspects. In our What We're Watc...

Feb 09, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 600

Episode 546 Bodies S01E08 Know You Are Loved

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we attempt to explain whether there is more than one loop or whether the timeline simply reset. Iris travels to 1890, but it’s the series’ final scene that provides hope for a second season. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne enjoys Marvel Echo despite the negative public ...

Feb 02, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 599

Episode 545 Bodies S01E07 Catch Me If You Can

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss whether the time loops actually function as the characters and podcast hosts have surmised. Perhaps the most fascinating plot point revolves around Julian bringing Polly into the cult and her choice to continue with her husband’s plan long after she’s broken from him e...

Jan 26, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 598

Episode 544 Bodies S01E06 The World is Yours

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the sacrifices made by a number of the characters and whether any of them truly possess free will. Why does Iris shoot Defoe as he leaps into the Throat? Why does young Elias detonate the bomb? In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally gets around to Wayne’s sug...

Jan 19, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 597

Episode 543 Bodies S01E05 We Are One Another’s Ghosts

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Iris Maplethorpe’s reaction to the time travel scenario and Mannix’s somewhat dubious KYAL’d mantra. It also appears we must question the seance scene and whether the supernatural does, in fact, play a role here. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave watches the Jul...

Jan 12, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 596

Episode 542 Bodies S01E04 Right Up the Wazoo

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss how much the characters, including Polly’s son Hayden, really know about the end game. Does Hayden know that Charlie hides the record behind the photograph in the bar? In our What We're Watching segment, Dave returns to the Turkish Netflix drama The Tailor , and Wayne ...

Jan 05, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 595

Episode 541 Bodies S01E03 All in Good Time

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the methods by which Julian Harker brings individuals into his cult. Why does Hillinghead scratch his name on the brick in the alley, and why does Hasan think to look for it? In our What We're Watching segment, Dave ventures into movieland and checks out the Leonard Be...

Dec 29, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 594

Episode 540 Bodies S01E02 Do You Know Who I Am?

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the move Commander Mannix makes to bring Iris Maplewood on side as he sets up the eventual confrontation at the time portal. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes S2 of Dean Devlin’s Leverage: Redemption , and Dave wonders whether there’s a more unlikable ...

Dec 22, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 593

Episode 539 Bodies S01E01 You’re Dead Already

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix time travel thriller Bodies. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of one the most intriguing science fiction thrillers to come along in recent years. Unfortunately, for viewers this may be the only season we’ll get. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave watches S10 of the French police procedural The Paris Murd...

Dec 15, 20231 hr 10 minEp. 592
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