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Superenthusiast Radio

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Embracing pop culture as the one true faith.
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SER053: They've Never Had A Fire Drill At Wayne Industries

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman actually find things to like about Batman v Superman . (Or...do they!?) (Yes, they do.) (Just not very many things.) Plus, the joy of Kimmy Schmidt , the co-opting of Aaron Sorkin, and an important elucidation on the subject of lightsaber noises. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Apr 01, 20161 hr 16 min

SER Commentary: Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Insights, anecdotes, jocularity, and warm, soft gummy bears, from Thom Bowers , Bernie Bregman , Bobby Bognar , and Robbie Rist . Joining us for the Nerds Like Us Midnight Movie ? Pause the mp3 at 0:06 and wait for the Paramount logo to fade out. Watching at home? Pause on the logo and wait for our countdown. Either way, pardon our French, and thanks for listening! superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Mar 28, 20161 hr 51 min

SER052: Rattle That Bowl (David Gilmour In Concert)

In which Thom Bowers , Dave Baker , Doran "Fozz" Barton , and Patrick McGrath attempt to come down from their contact high long enough to convene a roundtable discussion of the first night of David Gilmour 's Rattle That Lock U.S. tour, which found the legendary guitarist playing at The Hollywood Bowl for the first time since 1972. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Mar 25, 201649 min

SER051: A Rope Bridge Too Far

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman ponder the big issues. Does Zootopia have a coherent worldview? Is it a good idea to make a 5th Indiana Jones movie? What will fill the Mythbusters -shaped hole in our hearts? And who would win in a dance-off between David Lee Roth and God? The answers to some of these questions...may surprise you. Plus, watch purging with an OCD twist! superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Mar 17, 20161 hr 7 min

SER Commentary: Return Of The Jedi

Insights, anecdotes, jocularity, and a spirited defense of adorable murderbears from Thom Bowers , Bernie Bregman , and Christina Tellifson . We watched the original cut, but the Special Edition will work, too. To sync up, just pause your video on the Lucasfilm logo, wait for our countdown...and the Force will be with you. Always. (WARNING: also contains spoiler-y discussion of The Force Awakens and the Star Wars Expanded Universe, past & present.) superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusi...

Mar 04, 20162 hr 20 min

SER050: The Diamond Lane Is For Closers

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman recap the 88th Annual Academy Awards, whether you like it or not. (SPOILER ALERT: You'll like it.) Plus, unintended consequences, sorority racism, the seductive rebooting of Nancy Drew, and the enduing magic of Yevgeny. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Mar 02, 20161 hr 7 min

SER049: Two Podcasters, Maximum Effort!

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman debate Deadpool , haggle over Hail Caesar! , occupy The Oscars, and appreciate their four-year anniversary (of sorts) as podcasting partners. Plus, epic watch-purging and cheese grater talk! superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Feb 25, 20161 hr 8 min

SER048: Upgrading The Apparatus (SpoonerEnthusiast Crossover Part 2)

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman are joined by raconteurs Robbie Rist and Chris Jackson in the epic conclusion to the podcast crossover event which began on Episode #206 of The Spoon . superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Feb 12, 20161 hr 8 min

SER Commentary: Labyrinth

Insights, anecdotes, jocularity, and a few metric tons of goblin glitter from Thom Bowers , Bernie Bregman , Maria Perry , and Courtney Ortega . Joining us for the Nerds Like Us Midnight Movie ? Pause the mp3 at 0:06 and wait for the Tri-Star logo to fade out. Watching at home? Pause on the logo and wait for our countdown. Either way, what's said is said. Thanks for listening! superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Jan 19, 20161 hr 45 min

SER047: Damn, Old People Be On Time!

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman recount recent holiday adventures, and blast 2015 into the past with their best of and worst of lists. Travis J Coleman's 2015 Watch Purging List Sisters: The Farce Awakens Star Wars TFA #1 All-Time Domestic Gross superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Jan 07, 20161 hr 13 min

SER046: The Power Of Bowcaster Compels You!

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman go on and on and on about Star Wars: The Force Awakens . HERE BE SPOILERS. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Dec 28, 20152 hr

SER Bonus: The Fans Awaken

In which listeners and friends of the show chime in via voicemail with their first impressions of Star Wars: The Force Awakens . superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes

Dec 24, 201528 min

SER045: The Pod Before The Storm

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman clear the decks of all extant pop culture debris before Star Wars madness engulfs us all. Watch Purging, Golden Globe nominations, remembering Robert Loggia , and more. Send us your reaction to The Force Awakens! Call (641) 715-3900 ext 533129# superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Dec 13, 20151 hr 10 min

SER044: A Celebration Of Competence

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman drop a belated list of Thanksgiving movies, while expressing their gratitude for the show, each other, the listeners, and varying facets of this culture that we call pop. Plus, Watch Purging, Creed, the MST3k Kickstarter , and more. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Dec 03, 20151 hr 29 min

SER043: Double Secret Reversible Satire

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman get their watch-purging on whilst rallying for SPECTRE , railing against the MPAA, and ruminating on late 70s Spielberg. Plus, just a bit more Star Wars trailer talk, and a robot eyes update. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Nov 12, 20151 hr 13 min

SER042: The Knights Of Ren & The Dukes Of Stimpy

In which Thom Bowers gathers a cadre of Star Wars Guys ( Cliff Mansfield , Scott Erickson , and Chris Harper ) to discuss and dissect the third and final trailer for The Force Awakens , as well as some general thoughts and feelings related to the galaxy far, far away. It's the 'Wars, man! superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Oct 23, 20151 hr 17 min

SER041: How Much Sci Do You Want With Your Fi?

In which Thom Bowers & Travis J Coleman ponder the virtues of verisimilitude as it relates to the science of The Martian , the music of Nashville , and the host of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert , as they dive headlong into a round of epic watch purging. Plus, Travis gets Risky with his references, and Thom sets the table for a smorgasbord of Spielberg. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Oct 08, 20151 hr 24 min

SER040: My Childhood In A Box

In which Thom Bowers receives a mystery package from his friend Zan Reid , and subsequently invites her on the podcast to discuss the nostalgia bomb of pop culture treasures discovered within. Plus, Stygian stories, Disneyland discourse, Star Wars speculations, Whedonverse wonders, the legend of stabbim, and practical advice from 16 Magazine. Really. superenthusiastradio@gmail.com Superenthusiast Radio on Facebook Subscribe via iTunes...

Oct 01, 201556 min

SER039: It's Like The Jets And Sharks, But With More Naked Twister

In which Thom Bowers welcomes Bernie Bregman back to the show to discuss the latest goings-on with Nerds Like Us and Club Cosplay , rate the best pop culture conventions of 2015, and recount the celebrity-studded fever dream of his childhood. Plus, new microphones, Star Wars fan casting, and Rocky Horror turf wars!...

Sep 24, 20151 hr 5 min

SER038: Wookiee Parkour!

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman bask in the aftermath of Force Friday, recall close-ish encounters with diminutive TV stars, blast through a lightning round edition of Watch Purging, and potentially alienate alternative food fans. Plus, Travis gets robot eyes!

Sep 17, 20151 hr 5 min

SER037: Turn Up The Prog Juice! (40 Years Of RUSH)

In which Thom Bowers celebrates the past, present, and future(?) of legendary rock trio RUSH , along with fellow music geeks Dan Miles , Peter Zachos , Matt Brown , and Mike Thiriot . Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage Roll The Bones: A Tribute To Rush Rush's Rock 'N' Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Dan Nobles: 40 Years Of Rush In Two Minutes...

Sep 03, 20151 hr 25 min

SER036: It Came In The Mail With Free Samples Of Tide

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman chronicle the rise of Rousey and the fall of Columbia House , profile the brilliant Edie McClurg in the latest installment of That Guy Guys, and round things out with a hearty helping of Watch Purging. Plus: reviewing the reviewers, elderly bank robber bingo, all manner of casting news, and Thom reveals the sci-fi ventriloquism indescretions of his youth....

Aug 25, 20151 hr 21 min

SER035: Superhero Fatigue Is Not A Thing

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman welcome Ant Man to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (and adjust their best-of lists accordingly), express many complicated emotions regarding Inside Out , and hedge their bets on the just-announced Han Solo movie . Plus: epic Watch Purging, spectacular car fires, accidental skunk creation, and another attempt to resurrect Hull High . Thanks for listening!...

Aug 06, 20151 hr 27 min

SER034: You Only Regret The Shows You Miss

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman meet in person (yet again!) to discuss Minions , Dope , and Terminator Genisys , amongst other watch-purging. Plus: DVD news, candy rants, an evening with Van Halen, and a recapping of Thom's adventures at Disneyland and San Diego Comic Con. LINKS Con Man Trailer

Jul 15, 20151 hr 15 min

SER033: The Illuminati Making Pop Music (a tribute to CHRIS SQUIRE)

In which Thom Bowers convenes with fellow YES fans Dan Miles , Peter Zachos , Matt Brown , and special guest CJ Vanston, to chat about the life and music of legendary bassist Chris Squire .LINKS CJ Vanston on The Friends Of Dan Music Podcast Matt Brown with Chris Squire @ The Key Club YesYears Documentary SER015: The Twitter Version Of A Pink Floyd Album...

Jul 06, 20151 hr 40 min

SER032: A T-Rex Worthy Of Wielding Mjolnir

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman return to Isla Nublar to confront the meta-strangeness of Jurassic World , and ponder the paucity of female character actors in Hollywood while profiling the late Mary Ellen Trainor for That Guy Guys Gals Folks Nomenclature Fail. Plus, epic watch purging and epic guitar solos!

Jun 18, 20151 hr 22 min

SER031: Every Day Is Big Block Of Cheese Day

In which Thom Bowers and Travis J Coleman jump back into the podcasting groove and catch up with a round of epic watch-purging. Also, a discussion of Mad Max Fury Road vs Tomorrowland : which is the dystopian future we need, and which is the one we deserve? The answer...may surprise you. Plus, lions. SO MANY LIONS.

Jun 04, 20151 hr 35 min

SER029: Titular Plainspeak Avoidance (The Kielen King Story)

In which Thom Bowers chats with Kielen King about bringing his songs from the studio to the stage, maintaining the 8-bit groove, holding back the hype until absolutely necessary. and the joys and concerns of crowdfunding. Plus, Star Pilot hopes, Spider-Man dreams, Pro-Westling memories, and a fair bit about back injury maintenance. Kielen King Music Star Pilot's Demesne Kickstarter...

Apr 17, 20151 hr 22 min

SER Commentary: STAR TREK II THE WRATH OF KHAN

Insights, anecdotes, jocularity, and surprising solutions to no-win scenarios from Thom Bowers , Bernie Bregman , Matthew Wrather, and Mike Maxwell . Joining us for the NERDS LIKE US Midnight Movie ? By the book: pause the mp3 at 0:06 and wait for the Paramount logo to fade out. Watching at home? Pause on the logo and wait for our countdown. Either way, we are and ever shall be your friends. Thanks for listening!...

Apr 10, 20152 hr 3 min
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