The Tightbeam crew talks Easter Eggs, Cameos, visual effects and sets, and our Top 3’s of Season 6, before diving into listener responses to the final season of The Expanse in Part 2 of our Season 6 wrap-up! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tigh...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 52 min
The Tightbeam crew shares their overall thoughts on the final season of The Expanse, and discuss all our favorite characters in Part 1 of our Season 6 wrap-up! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: RandomChatter ♦...
Jan 31, 2022•2 hr 6 min
An end is just a new beginning. Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they break down the second half of “Babylon’s Ashes”, the series finale of The Expanse, as well as read listener reactions to the finale. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbea...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 24 min
The time has come. Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they break down the first half of “Babylon’s Ashes”, the series finale of The Expanse. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: RandomChatter ♦ The Tightbeam ♦ And...
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 19 min
The Expanse is making a crushing decel burn with its penultimate episode! Join the Tightbeam crew as they discuss the losses, reunions, and alliances of The Expanse 605 “Why We Fight”! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Join the Tightbeam crew as they breakdown The Expanse 604, “Redoubt”, discussing Lucky Earther, the fallout from Holden’s choice, the hand we all want to give Josep, and the Pella’s “lucky” survival. You can watch the video version of this episode here . Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ T...
Dec 31, 2021•1 hr 38 min
We’re at the halfway point of Season 6, and we’re truly flipping into our decel burn as we breakdown The Expanse 603, “Force Projection!” Join us as we talk about the cameos and returns, THAT space battle, and why Holden isn’t Fred’s type. You can watch the video version of this episode here . Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: R...
Dec 24, 2021•1 hr 40 min
The Roci is on the hunt, Filip’s going through it, and we may have finally found someone who intimidates Marco! Maybe. Join the Tightbeam crew as they break down The Expanse 602, “Azure Dragon!” You can watch the video version of this episode here . Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 17 min
It’s finally here! Join the Tightbeam crew (and their strange dogs) as they breakdown and discuss “Strange Dogs”, the Season 6 premiere of The Expanse! You can watch the video version of this episode here . Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tight...
Dec 11, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Just over a week until The Expanse Season 6 premieres, and we’re back with a new episode! Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they breakdown and discuss the Season 6 trailer! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: Ra...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Join Andrea and Fred in this Tightbeam Minisode as they chat with Jacob Mundell (aka Erich) about NYCC, his raffle for crew gifts and other treats, and what Amanda Cordner (aka Hutch) is up to now! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@rand...
Nov 26, 2021•32 min
Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they breakdown and discuss the S6 teaser released at NYCC last month! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: RandomChatter ♦ The Tightbeam ♦ Andrea (@katzbearz) ♦ Shannon (@shankbe...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Join Andrea and Fred as they welcome Shannon back from NYCC 2021, and talk all the panels, Season 6 news, and the con experience! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: RandomChatter ♦ The Tightbeam ♦ Andrea (@katz...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Andrea and Shannon are joined by John Bultena, Game Master for Expanse RPG Podcast Abraxas’ Precipice, and talk TTRPG and The Expanse Role Playing Game, as well as running a show around a TTRPG game! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@ra...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 59 min
Shannon flies solo in this Tightbeam minisode, recapping all the recent news from the Expanse realm, and reading the entries to Jacob Mundell’s “Erich’s Office” contest from our last episode! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchat...
Jul 30, 2021•21 min
It’s a very special episode of The Tightbeam! Jacob Mundell, aka The Expanse’s Erich, joins Andrea, Fred, and Shannon for a fun and insightful interview that goes more in-depth than any of us planned. Listen to the end for info on an incredibly generous giveaway from Jacob himself! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ...
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 56 min
Tightbeam crew continues discussing Season 5, diving into the arcs of Bobbie, Drummer, Avasarala, Clarissa, Marco, and Filip, as well as share their favorites of the season! Stay tuned to the end for a special announcement about our next episode! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ ...
Jun 01, 2021•1 hr 26 min
Tightbeam crew is back! Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon in the first of two round-up episodes as they share their overall feelings about the season, and break down the S5 arcs of Holden, Naomi, Amos, and Alex. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tig...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this special episode of The Tightbeam, Andrea and Fred sit down to have a fun conversation with Wilex Ly, who brought Serge Kylo to life in Season 5 (until Marco ruined that, too)! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com ...
May 08, 2021•43 min
Surprise! It’s a special episode of The Tightbeam! Fred got the chance to sit down with Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, aka James S.A. Corey, for a quick interview last week, and he made it to the other side! Join us for this fun mini-episode to get some answers from two of our favorite authors! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: R...
Feb 09, 2021•22 min
It’s finally here: The Expanse Season 5 finale! And it sure is a doozy. Join the Tightbeam crew as they breakdown every battle, every laugh, every cry, every loss, every revelation, and every party outfit in 5×10 “Nemesis Games”. #randomchatter #TheTightbeam #TheExpanse #TheExpanse510 Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTun...
Feb 04, 2021•2 hr 3 min
With only one episode left in Season Five, the stakes are only getting higher for everyone in the system as we head into the finale. The Tightbeam crew breaks down 509, “Winnipesaukee”, discussing Drummer being caught between a rock and a hard place, Avasarala’s humanity showing through her grief, the most important repair job Amos and Clarissa will ever do, and more. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 34 min
It’s another rough week for everyone on The Expanse, and the Tightbeam crew is here to breakdown all the story beats of 508 “Hard Vacuum”. Join us as we discuss the fate of Baltimore, the UN’s response plans, the pressures that come from being under Marco’s thumb, and Naomi Nagata, the biggest badass in space. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatte...
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 24 min
It’s our 50th episode! The Tightbeam crew looks back before diving right into The Expanse 507: Oyedeng, breaking down Holden’s dubious decision making, Monica’s tenacity, Filip being torn between father and mother, Marco’s perspective of strength, and Naomi’s difficult, heartbreaking, and entirely badass decision. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomCh...
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 49 min
The Tightbeam crew discusses The Expanse 506, “Tribes”, breaking down Amos and Clarissa’s incredible journey, the consolidation of the OPA factions, Drummer’s difficult choice, Marco’s manipulation of Filip, and more! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! E...
Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 26 min
The aftershocks keep coming in The Expanse 505, “Down and Out”. Join the Tightbeam Crew as they discuss the politics of retaliation, what makes a Belter, Marco’s influence on Filip, and Naomi’s actions returning to haunt her. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Conta...
Dec 31, 2020•1 hr 47 min
After an episode that left quite an impact, the Tightbeam crew manages to break down Expanse 504, “Gaugamela”, discussing the loss and chaos, the pain of being decked by a robot, and Marco Inaros’s rise and his manipulations. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Conta...
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Emotions? Traumas? Manipulations? Beatdowns? Bombs? Revelations? Join the Tightbeam crew as we wade through it all in our breakdown of 503, “Mother”. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@randomchatter.com Twitter: RandomChatter ♦ The Tight...
Dec 22, 2020•1 hr 28 min
Fans have been waiting years for a look into Amos’ past, and the time has finally come! The Tightbeam Crew breaks down The Expanse 5.02, “Churn”, tackling Drummer’s Polyam Belter Fam, Amos’ arc, Holden’s impulsiveness, and verbal takedowns on Luna and Mars. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ...
Dec 20, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Season Five is finally here! Join the Tightbeam crew as they break down the S5 premiere, “Exodus”, discussing the stunning visuals, Naomi and Holden’s growth together, Amos and Chrissy, and more! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subscribe to the entire RandomChatter Network here: RSS ♦ iTunes ♦ Google Play ♦ Stitcher ♦ TuneIn ♦ Email Follow or Contact Us! Email: tightbeam@random...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 9 min
