360. The Post-Modern Prometheus
Dec 20, 2019•1 hr 6 min
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Summary
Hosts Marlene Stemmey and Dr. Anne Simon delve into "The Postmodern Prometheus," an X-Files episode inspired by Anne's scientific ideas about homeotic genes. They explore its distinctive black-and-white filming, comedic elements, and the moral complexities of scientific ambition. A key focus is the "Scully Effect," examining how the character of Dana Scully inspired countless individuals, particularly women, to pursue careers in STEM, highlighting the show's transformative cultural impact.Episode description
5x05 'The Post-Modern Prometheus' - Episode Analysis
Our coverage of Season 5 continues as Marlene Stemme takes the hosting chair alongside esteemed X-Files science advisor, Dr. Anne Simon, as they discuss Chris Carter's legendary curio 'The Post-Modern Prometheus'...
Host / Editor
Marlene Stemme
Guest
Dr. Anne Simon
With thanks to our Patrons...
Adam Chamberlain, Michelle Milbauer, Cathy Glinski, Kurt North, Jenn Ferguson, Astrid Klosterkoetter, Naomi Miller, Adam Silva, Michael John Petty, Marlene Stemme, Deana Ferreri, Katie Doe, Donna Pirkle, Isabelle Dubois, Andrew Blaker, Cortlan Waters Bartley, Martha Payne, Delta 51, Clarissa de Becker, Sarah Devicomte, Jeremy Daniels, Caredwen Foley, Daniela Marlitsis, Justin Bernstein, Calla Dreams, Wanda Vincent, Karen McKenna, Michael Little, Luke Winch, Caleb Burnett, Chandru Ravindran, Mark O'Brien, Ana Afloarei, Kathryn Shellman, James Leggott, Russell Hugo, Kelsey L Mayer, Sarah Ford.
Our coverage of Season 5 continues as Marlene Stemme takes the hosting chair alongside esteemed X-Files science advisor, Dr. Anne Simon, as they discuss Chris Carter's legendary curio 'The Post-Modern Prometheus'...
Host / Editor
Marlene Stemme
Guest
Dr. Anne Simon
With thanks to our Patrons...
Adam Chamberlain, Michelle Milbauer, Cathy Glinski, Kurt North, Jenn Ferguson, Astrid Klosterkoetter, Naomi Miller, Adam Silva, Michael John Petty, Marlene Stemme, Deana Ferreri, Katie Doe, Donna Pirkle, Isabelle Dubois, Andrew Blaker, Cortlan Waters Bartley, Martha Payne, Delta 51, Clarissa de Becker, Sarah Devicomte, Jeremy Daniels, Caredwen Foley, Daniela Marlitsis, Justin Bernstein, Calla Dreams, Wanda Vincent, Karen McKenna, Michael Little, Luke Winch, Caleb Burnett, Chandru Ravindran, Mark O'Brien, Ana Afloarei, Kathryn Shellman, James Leggott, Russell Hugo, Kelsey L Mayer, Sarah Ford.
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