Best SciFi Book Club The Podcasts (2025)

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751 – Dr. Phibes Rises Again 1:06:06

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It’s hard to keep a good Phibes down. Would it be as hard to keep a bad Phibes down? Ben and Eugene discuss the 1972 The Abominablew Dr. Phibes sequel, Dr. Phibes Rises Again.By Lone Locust Productions

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Heir to the Dragon Chapters Prologue-3 1:42:52

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After another amazing GenCon trip we are back to start off a new journey as we start from the beginning of Heir to the Dragon by Robert N. Charrette Heir to the Dragon can be purchased @ https://a.co/d/7497wAR You can reach us @ Email: [email protected] You can follow us @ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ofmechsandmen/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https:/…

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750 – Bugs – Girl Power 1:08:46

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This week, Simon and Eugene look at Bugs, Series 4, Episode 3, Girl Power. When they discuss child geniuses being given the idiot ball, how convincingly Ed and Beckett are at getting duped, and when the Intel Pentium 7 chip came out.By Lone Locust Productions

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 15–End: Dude Altis 1:43:48

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In what is likely to be the most frustrating ending ever to be covered on this podcast, we reach the finale of IMPERIAL COMMANDO: 501ST this week. Great book, great series, but tragically cut down in its prime. But we think the ride was worth the pain, and hopefully you all do as well. See you in a few weeks! This week's Article From the Archives: …

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749 – Space Rangers – The Trial

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Kenneth and Eugene finally arrive at the final episode of Space Rangers with, the Trial.By Lone Locust Productions

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A Town Called Mercy and The Name of the Doctor 1:08:27

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As we head toward wrapping up the Matt Smith years, it has come time to talk about two incongruous episodes. First, "A Town Called Mercy" by Toby Whithouse and then "The Name of the Doctor" by Steven Moffat. Not a lot connect these two aside from both being in Series 7 but we needed 'em checked off the list. One is a mealy mouthed pastiche of Itali…

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 13–14: Schrödinger’s Canonicity 1:33:23

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Our trip through the REPUBLIC COMMANDO series might be drawing to a close, but it ain't over yet! One of our minor characters takes a tragic left turn, another minor character makes an incredibly violent right turn, and a major character from something else makes an appearance and becomes yet another minor character in this book! Oh, and our favori…

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Perdido Street Station 1:16:50

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Welcome to Episode 39 of the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast! We are one Graham lighter this time as Gavin isn't with us, but phones in a Bob the Builder for the monstrous Perdido Street Station by China Mieville. Got a book you want to discuss? Drop an email to [email protected] or otherwise get in touch, and get ready to talk geek! Next up, we…

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748 – Buck Rogers in the 25th Century – Vegas in Space 48:18

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This week, John and Eugene look at the Buck Rogers in the 25th century episode, Vegas in Space, where we ask the questions, do you see mirrors or a piano keyboard, and can Buck be a bigger SOB to Wilma than he was in the movie, we also reflect on Gil Gerard’s moment of acting.By Lone Locust Productions

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"The Dark Tower: Song of Susannah" by Stephen King 1:09:55

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Matt and Rachel discuss the second to last book in the Dark Tower series, "Song of Susannah" by Stephen King. Did anything actually happen in this book? Listen and find out! There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's …

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 10–12: Presumably 2:21:06

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Wouldn't you know it? Things end up just how we thought they might on Coruscant. They might be ever so slightly better, but not as good as they would be if everyone was where they were supposed to be. But life goes on! Holy Roly gets put in his place, Ny faces interrogation a la Null ARC, and Fi breaks our hearts. All of this and more in chapters 1…

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747 – The Abominable Dr. Phibes 55:40

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This week, on World Beyond movie Night, Ben and Eugene dip their toes into comedy/horror Diesel Punk with The Abominable Dr. Phibes.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Ch. 49-Epilogue 39:57

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Somebody must go aboard the Agatha King to face a gauntlet of horrors and save humanity. Luckily Holden is there and that's his whole deal. Then Amos, Prax, and Bobbie go to Io to dispense violence and receive closure. (00:15) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:14) - Chapter 49 (09:43) - Chapter 50 (15:09) - Chapter 51 (21:02) - Chapter 52 (24:59) - Chapt…

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The Remembrance: Wolves on the Border Part 3 Mail Bag 1:43:19

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This week we wrap up our chats on the book we have worked through, Wolves on the Border by Robert N. Charrette with diving into what you all had to think about it by covering some of the emails you sent in Wolves on the Border can be purchased @ ⁠https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-wolves-on-the-border⁠ You can reach us @ Email: …

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Hyperion 1:12:43

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Welcome to Episode 38 of the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast! In this episode, we once again welcome Mike to talk with us about the far-reaching Hyperion by Dan Simmons. Got a book you want to discuss? Drop an email to [email protected] or otherwise get in touch, and get ready to talk geek! Next up, we're reading Perdido Street Station by China …

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746 – Bugs – Sacrifice to Science 1:02:00

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This week, Simon and Eugene look at Season 4, Episode 2 of Bugs, Sacrifice to Science. They discuss the naming of government security departments, the difference between boathouses and houseboats, and whether you could be excused for not trusting scientists if you only ever meet the mad ones.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Chs. 41-48 32:38

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The crew of the Rocinante meet Avasarala and Bobbie. Holden and Bobbie team up to make a plan to get out of their predicament: a battle, then a battle, followed by a battle. (00:15) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:20) - Chapter 41 (06:38) - Chapter 42 (12:15) - Chapter 43 (15:43) - Chapter 44 (18:10) - Chapter 45 (21:33) - Chapter 46 (23:52) - Chapter …

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 7–9 1:58:50

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In so many ways, it feels like we've truly hit the calm before the storm, dear library patrons. The extraction plan is in motion, and it's going FAR too smoothly for comfort. Also: there's a "crisis" on Gibad and a new Imperial commander that is absolutely going to be more trouble than he's worth. For next week, read chapters 10, 11, and 12. This w…

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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 1:18:58

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Welcome to Episode 37 of the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast! In this episode, we're talking about the absurd, the improbable, the foundational The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Got a book you want to discuss? Drop an email to [email protected] or otherwise get in touch, and get ready to talk geek! Next up, we're reading Hyp…

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745 – Space Rangers – The Entertainer 54:40

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A washed-up comedian, Buddy Hackett, arrives for a show, and there’s a disaster… No, that description might just be a little too meta. A washed-up comedian, Lenny Hacker, is en route for a show, and there’s a disaster. The Space Rangers team has to rescue him from a notorious prison planet. Kenneth and Eugene discuss The Entertainer.…

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Caliban's War: Chs. 35-40 24:31

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Avasarala learns that the UN has sent a squadron of destroyers to destroy the Rocinante. So she sends Bobbie to commandeer their space yacht, which she does, and it is awesome. Meanwhile Holden and his crew have The Talk. (00:15) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:09) - Chapter 35 (03:28) - Chapter 36 (06:39) - Chapter 37 (10:44) - Chapter 38 (14:19) - Ch…

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Episode 92- The Remembrance: Wolves on the Border Part 2 Featuring WolfNet Radio 2:44:50

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We are back to continue talking about the book we finished with our friends from the Wolfnet Radio Podcast, Wolves on the Border by Robert N. Charrette Wolves on the Border can be purchased @ ⁠https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-wolves-on-the-border You can find WolfNet Radio at: https://wolfsdragoons.com You can join them on Dis…

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Cold War and The Crimson Horror 1:15:01

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It's another episode of Mark Gatiss here on Doctor Who: The Writers' Room. This month, Erik and Kyle look at the two stories Gatiss wrote for Series 7B. First up, "Cold War," the story that reintroduced the Ice Warriors aboard a Russian submarine in 1983. Second, "The Crimson Horror," a penny dreadful riff with the Paternoster Gang and a delicious …

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 4–6 1:56:00

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Things keep trucking along, both on Coruscant and in Kyrimorut! That said, I’m uneasy. Everything seems to be going just a bit too smoothly. But first, we dig into Mando’a, Pammant, and… Star Wars: Club Penguin? Also, thanks to Josh for the email this week! If you want to be cool like Josh and send us an email, get at us over at obroaskaiwalkers@gm…

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744 – Buck Rogers in the 25th Century – Planet of the Slave Girls 1:08:44

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Investigating a mystery on the planet of the slave girls. Tough job, and only one man in the 25th century is up to it: Capt. Buck Rogers! John and Eugene discuss Planet of the Slave Girls.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Chs. 28-34 33:10

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Avasarala figures out the nefarious plot, and gets sent to Ganymede for her trouble (with Bobby). Meanwhile Holden gets fired, which solves most of his problems. (00:15) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:16) - Chapter 28 (06:22) - Chapter 29 (10:55) - Chapter 30 (15:27) - Chapter 31 (18:39) - Chapter 32 (25:27) - Chapter 33 (28:19) - Chapter 34 (32:31) -…

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"The Dark Tower 4.5: A Wind Through the Keyhole" by Stephen King 1:21:55

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FINALLY CAUGHT UP! We will be back on our regular schedule now so "Song of Susannah" will be out the first Friday in August! There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's like sitting down with girl friends to chat about…

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"The Dark Tower V: Wolves of the Calla" by Stephen King (Part 2 of 2) 1:44:17

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Rachel and Matt discuss the remainder of Wolves of the Calla and a bunch of other related (and not related) stuff too. Hug your fluffy pets today for Pip, he will be missed. There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's …

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Imperial Commando: 501st: Chapters 1-3 1:59:16

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We did it! We can read! And things aren't too terribly sad yet, but all the ingredients are there: Darman and Niner are stuck with the Empire, Kyrimorut is going just a bit too well for comfort, and Ko Sai is... in a freezer? Next week: chapters 4-7! This week's Article From the Archives: H4b Full show notes: https://notes.moseisley.xyz/iSaSTs1eSlu…

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SBBC: Murderbot (Season 1 Ep 7) - "Complementary Species" 36:24

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We discuss Murderbot Season 1, Episode 7 - Complementary Species. There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious books, and everything in between (but mostly spicy!). It's like sitting down with girl friends to chat about hot book boyfriends but in podcast format! Listen now at F…

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SBBC: Murderbot (Season 1 Ep 4, 5, and 6) 49:26

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As some of you may have guessed, Pip crossed the rainbow bridge the weekend before last and it really threw me for a loop. Please enjoy this very lightly edited episode. There's more coming now that I'm in a place to catch up. <3 There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah discuss spicy books, serious boo…

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743 – The Day After Tomorrow 48:19

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Between seasons 1 and 2 of Space: 1999, Gerry Anderson took another stab at space opera, this time with an eye towards teachiing children about Einstein’s Theory of Special Relativity. How well did that plan go? Find out as Ben and Eugene discuss The Day After Tomorrow. (AKA, Into Infinity)By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Chs. 21-27 34:59

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A series of escapes: Holden's crew escapes from their Earthling captors, then they escape from the doomed Ganymede station, then Naomi escapes from her relationship with the emotionally damaged Holden. They don't completely escape from the protomolecule, though. (00:15) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:14) - Chapter 21 (06:08) - Chapter 22 (11:33) - Cha…

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OSW Interlude #25 - Crawling Out of the Cave and Back Into the Glow of the Twin Suns 2:21:53

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Good. Lord. Can you believe we disappeared for that long? It's honestly upsetting. But that's all behind us now. Hopefully you kept up on your Shadow Games reading? Obviously I kid! We're just happy to be back, so we jump right in and deliver our finest interlude in at least two years, and all jokes aside, potentially one of our longest ever. And f…

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742 – Bugs – Absent Friends 1:09:36

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Simon and Eugene pick up where they left off on their coverage of bugs, this time with the opening episode of series 4, Absent Friends. Where they rant… er… discuss recasting, retcons, recasting, cliffhangers, and recasting.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Chs. 15-20 35:37

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Bobbie goes to a meeting so boring she quits her job, career, and planet. Holden and his crew of mostly-expendables shoots their way into the secret lab where Mei was taken, find even more destruction than they themselves caused, then shoot their way back out. (00:15) - Intro (00:29) - Recap (01:27) - Chapter 15 (10:52) - Chapter 16 (13:15) - Chapt…

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Episode 91- The Remembrance: Wolves on the Border Part 1 4:37:47

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After a long wait we finally get to sit down and begin the wrap up of the book we have worked through, Wolves on the Border by Robert N. Charrette Wolves on the Border can be purchased @ https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-wolves-on-the-border You can reach us @ Email: [email protected] You can follow us @ Instagram: https:/…

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The Rings of Akhaten and Hide 1:06:19

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This month, Kyle and Erik look at the two stories written for Doctor Who by Luther creator Neil Cross. Those are, as commissioned, the Nigel Kneale-inspired "Hide" and the many other things-inspired "The Rings of Akhaten." One of those stories was immediately derided upon release while the other was generally considered good. Will that still be tru…

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741 – Space Rangers – Death Before Dishonor 41:26

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This week, Kenneth and Eugene watch as Capt. Boon makes mistake after mistake after mistake as they muddle their way through the Space Rangers episode, Death Before Dishonor.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Chs. 8-14 35:29

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It's a meeting extravaganza! Bobbie travels to Earth for a diplomatic meeting, where she meets Avasarala. Then Prax meets Holden and Amos, and takes them to meet his hacker friend, whose face Amos soon meets with a can of chicken. (00:16) - Intro (00:30) - Recap (01:31) - Chapter 8 (05:14) - Chapter 9 (10:12) - Chapter 10 (15:10) - Chapter 11 (18:3…

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740 – Buck Rogers in the 25th Century (The Awakening) 58:18

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At long last, John and Eugene begin the much-requested coverage of the epitome of 1970s space opera: Buck Rogers in the 25th Century! This week they look at the theatrical release and they spare some thoughts for the television re-edit.By Lone Locust Productions

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Caliban's War: Prologue-Ch. 7 34:31

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New book, new characters, new war! A horror appears on Ganymede, igniting the tense standoff between Earth and Mars into a deadly fire. Into this chaotic situation plunges James Holden, who is sure to calm things down. (00:15) - Intro (00:31) - Recap (01:36) - Cover (04:11) - Prologue (06:01) - Chapter 1 (11:26) - Chapter 2 (14:51) - Chapter 3 (18:…

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"The Dark Tower V: Wolves of the Calla" by Stephen King (Part 1 of 2) 1:39:49

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Slightly delayed but here it is and we got so excited to chat about this one that it just made sense to split it into parts so it won't be too too long. But don't worry, you won't be waiting a month for the next one. Without further ado - here is the "Wolves of the Calla" episode from Matt and Rachel of the Strange and Beautiful Book Club There's m…

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Lucifer's Hammer 1:23:04

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Welcome to Episode 36 of the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast! In this episode, we're talking about the apocalyptic Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven & Jerry Pournelle. Got a book you want to discuss? Drop an email to [email protected] or otherwise get in touch, and get ready to talk geek! Next up, we're reading The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy…

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739 – Doctor Who – Wish World & The Reality War 1:44:29

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This week, Simon and Eugene finally come to the end of the 2025 season of Doctor Who and the end of the Gatwa era, when they look at the final two episodes, Wish World and The Reality War. They discuss Ncuti Gatwa’s performance as the Doctor, compare the Deadly Assassin with the Reality War, whether ... Read more…

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Repost - "The Dark Tower" by Stephen King 1:05:53

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Rachel is on the road until next week so our episode on "Wolves of the Calla" will be delayed. Murderbot and our book episode will all be out next week! See you soon! In the mean time, please enjoy this reprise of our first foray into the world of the Dark Tower There's more from the Strange and Beautiful Network! Listen to Rachel, Kate, and Hannah…

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738 – Barbarella 44:12

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“Barbarella, pychodella, there’s a kind of cockleshell about you…” It began as a scandalous comic book, then Dino De Laurentiis thought, “hey, they oughta make a movie about that.” …and now, Ben and Eugene have to watch it and discuss it. It’s the 1968 movie, Barbarella starring Jane Fonda.By Lone Locust Productions