Soon Season Five will be on our screens, and The Expanse is hitting Firehawks with tons of news and promo content. The crew breaks down new S5 promo material, the S6 renewal news, and the upcoming premiere party! 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:...
Dec 12, 2020•1 hr 4 min
In this (surprise super-length) episode, the Tightbeam crew talks about Season 5’s hybrid release schedule, breaks down the NYCC S5 trailer and what it all means for our favorite characters, and shares listener reactions to the panel and 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 ♦ ...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 30 min
NYCC Weekend is behind us, and we finally have info on S5! In the first of our two-part NYCC coverage, the crew discusses the panel, where characters we love have been and are going, and other news from the Expanse world. 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 U...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 16 min
We’re back for our 40th episode! The Tightbeam Crew breaks down all The Expanse news from the last few months, including the reveals for Book 9, Leviathan Falls, the upcoming Expanse comic series, and Dominique Tipper & Steven Strait rewatching some of their scenes for TVGuide’s Top 100 Shows! The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Li...
Sep 22, 2020•1 hr 12 min
The Moldy Filters , aka Chris, joins the Tightbeam crew for an interview and performance of his Lang Belta song “Seteshang Anderson” before diving into a fun discussion of our faves from Season 4 of The Expanse! The Moldy Filters can be found at: Bandcamp ♦ SoundCloud ♦ YouTube The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Su...
May 23, 2020•1 hr 42 min
The Tightbeam crew finally reaches the top of the ruins! We discuss 4.10, “Cibola Burn”, breaking down Holden’s success (and failure), Avasarala’s defeat, Ashford’s blaze of glory, and the pieces all coming together in the Season 4 Finale! The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 Net...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 22 min
The Tightbeam crew is back, giving everyone on Ilus social distancing advice before breaking down 4.09 “Saeculum”, including Murtry’s plans and motivations, Holden on the edge, and the possible final end of a fan favorite character. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 he...
Mar 24, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Things are looking bleak as the Tightbeam crew breaks down The Expanse 4.08. “The One-Eyed Man”! Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they find the “one-eyed men” of the episode, discuss the fallout of the Pizzouza and the surprise return of Fred Johnson, and ponder Miller’s screams. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 14 min
It’s an absolute buffet of possible ways to die as Ilus’ death slugs make their grand debut and fusion just shuts down in The Expanse 4.07, “A Shot in the Dark”. The Tightbeam crew also breaks down Avasarala, Amos, and Murtry’s fear of losing control of their situations, Holden’s trauma vs Elvi’s scientific curiosity, and Naomi and Alex helping Lucia through their own experiences. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe v...
Feb 08, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Plenty of decision making is put under a microscope as the Tightbeam crew discusses The Expanse 4.06, “Displacement”, breaking down the consequences of Drummer’s vote, Bobbie’s new lease on life, and Holden’s driving force. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ♦...
Jan 29, 2020•1 hr 15 min
The Tightbeam crew tackles The Expanse 4.05, “Oppressor”, breaking down Nancy Gao’s debate reveal, Lucia’s suicide attempt and Naomi’s subsequent confession, and Holden taking charge on Ilus as tensions rise. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ♦ Googl...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 16 min
The Tightbeam crew dabbles in astrology, wax-poetic about Holden punching a man, and discuss the motivations of antagonists Murtry and Marco in their breakdown of The Expanse 4.04, “Retrograde”. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ♦ Stitc...
Jan 07, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Everyone learns something in The Expanse 4.03, “Subduction”. Naomi learns how dire her situation is, we learn the question Murtry answered with a gun, and Shannon learns from Andrea how to lead succinct episode breakdowns. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ♦ ...
Dec 31, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Join Andrea, Fred, and Shannon as they break down “Jetsam”, search for a title in the absence of the official one, and debate the logic behind anyone asking Holden to do anything and touching alien stuff. The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 Pl...
Dec 24, 2019•1 hr 37 min
Like the Rocinante crew before them, Andrea, Fred, and Shannon land on Ilus! Sorry, uh, New Terra. Join the Tightbeam crew as they travel through the system, breaking down the first episode of The Expanse Season Four The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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...
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr 41 min
In a very special episode of The Tightbeam, we get the chance to interview cast members Dominique Tipper, Cas Anvar, and Steven Strait! Andrea leads a discussion about the process, as well as catches us up with the news since our last episode! The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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...
Dec 05, 2019•52 min
Shannon is joined by Keri of Caped Chronicles and DC Talk, and Ed Akselrud, co-coordinator for Save the Expanse and Founder of The Expanse Lives, as they cover NYCC, the S4 premiere screening (no spoilers!), and discuss all the Expanse news since our last episode! (Spoilers for the books/new novella near the end!) The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscri...
Nov 16, 2019•1 hr 28 min
The Tightbeam crew is back, riding high on all of The Expanse news out of SDCC! Join us as we break down all the Season 4 content, including the teaser and Naomi’s first steps on Ilus! Also, Andrea announces our first contest winners! The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ...
Jul 27, 2019•1 hr 11 min
The Tightbeam Crew is back with a Donnager-class sized episode, packed with content from FedCon (courtesy of our friends at The Expanse Lives) and speculation of what’s to come from SDCC’s panel and events! The music you hear in this podcast is “Ursa Minor” by Celldweller. 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 ...
Jul 15, 2019•1 hr 48 min
After a quick news roundup and PHLCC talk, Andrea, Fred, and Shannon dive right into an in-depth discussion of Tiamat’s Wrath, the latest book in The Expanse series! Here there be spoilers (at 15 minutes in)! 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...
Apr 26, 2019•45 min
Andrea, Shannon, and Fred dip into casting news, the release of Tiamat’s Wrath (no spoilers!), and PHLCC, before diving right into an in depth discussion of the Kickstarter backer’s release of the RPG, and what to expect if the hosts play a campaign. 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 ♦ TuneI...
Apr 08, 2019•1 hr 8 min
We’re back! Andrea and Shannon are joined by Fred as they recap the last few months of Expanse-related news both big and small, including the worldwide launch on Prime Video, Season 4 casting, the RPG game, and what to expect from the Tightbeam until The Expanse returns! 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 Pl...
Feb 23, 2019•58 min
Shawn Doyle joins Andrea and Shannon to discuss his role on The Expanse, his motorcycle, handstands and musicals, and even turns the interview on our hosts! 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 ♦ Th...
Oct 06, 2018•1 hr 20 min
Shannon and Andrea are joined by serial Expanse die-er Elias Toufexis for a fun interview about gaming, motion capture, Protey Rights, and dying. A lot. 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 Ti...
Sep 19, 2018•1 hr 23 min
In this episode of The Tightbeam, Jules-Pierre Mao himself, Mr. Francois Chau joins Andrea, Lou, and Shannon for a fun interview, discussing how he got into acting, how it feels to almost always play a villain (or someone’s dad), and more! Also included are (slightly outdated and slightly confused) RPG Kickstarter updates (when there were 22 hours to go) and changed panel names and fan meet-up info for DragonCon this weekend! Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe...
Aug 31, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Bob Munroe, Senior VFX Supervisor for Seasons 1-3, joins Andrea, Lou, and Shannon in an in-depth interview about The Expanse, VFX, the film industry, and what it’s like to have dolphins oversee his research. Also discussed: The incredibly successful Expanse RPG Kickstarter, and news of Expanse panels and cast appearances at Dragon Con 2018. Download or Subscribe! Download MP3 ♦ Subscribe via iTunes ♦ Subscribe via Google Play ♦; Subscribe via RSS ♦ Subscribe via Email ♦ Listen via Stitcher Subsc...
Aug 17, 2018•1 hr 20 min
In our first hiatus episode, we take a look ahead at Season 4, what’s next for The Tightbeam, and have an incredibly fun, wacky, and insightful interview with Tyler Blake Smith AKA Mao’s Bodyguard (RIP). 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...
Aug 10, 2018•56 min
Join us as we take a look at the double-header season three finale episodes, “Congregation” and “Abaddon’s Gate!” 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) ♦ Erik Bl...
Jul 03, 2018•1 hr 57 min
In “Fallen World,” the last episode before the season three finale, we get a look at the aftermath of the speed limit change, including Drummer making her toughest decision yet as captain. 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...
Jun 26, 2018•1 hr 21 min
The theme of acting in the face of fear continues in this week’s episode, as we look at guilt over a suicide, Holden’s questions about free will, Drummer’s ownership of her role as captain, 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@ra...
Jun 18, 2018•1 hr 36 min
