SciFi TV Rewatch

Episode 586 Silo S01E03 Machines

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the potential suspects for Mayor Jahn’s murder, the A+ generator repair sequence, and the continuing mystery surrounding the reality outside the silo.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave looks forward to reading the Silo trilogy he just ordered online, and Wayne is still watching The Legend of Vox Machina. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands, Alan in Missouri, and Alan in England give audio feedback, and Susanne checks in via email. 
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Episode Grade: A
 

Episode 585 Silo S01E02 Holston's Pick

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss what the sheriff actually sees once he’s sent out of the silo. We also examine Juliette Nichols’ ability to assume the role of sheriff now that she’s been named Holston’s successor.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave checks out S2 of the Netflix political thriller The Diplomat, and Wayne continues with the Apple TV+ series Shrinking. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands mentions Snowpiercer’s universe and its similarity to that of the Silo. Alan in Missouri wonders about the bold move with the sheriff, and Alan in England brings up the episode’s cliffhanger ending. 
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Episode Grade: A
 

Episode 584 Silo S01E01 Freedom Day

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of Silo and acknowledge its pilot episode gets as close to perfection as can be expected. Obviously, the big mystery centers around the atmosphere outside the silo, but George’s death raises new concerns.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave continues w/the Finnish scifi drama Replacements, and Wayne returns to the Apple TV+ series Shrinking.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands enjoys the 2015 series Dark Matter, and Alan in England mentions the connections between Silo and Fallout. 
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 583 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E08 Shadow and Flame

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season 2 finale and the showdown between Galadriel and Sauron. Why the Dwarves take so long to come to Eregion’s aid remains unanswered, the political upheaval on Numenor only increases.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes S4 of Slow Horses, and Dave checks out S2 of the Polish crime drama The Thaw.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands reminds us that the nine rings are made w/Sauron’s blood, Cincinnati Joe questions the writers’ lack of attention to detail, and Alan in England finds the Dark Wizard’s attempt at victimhood a bit off putting.
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 582 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E07 Doomed to Die

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss how Adar should be perceived since his primary goal appears to be the eradication of Sauron. Both Dave and Wayne admit confusion about the scene in which Celebrimbor throws the nine rings into the fire. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave returns to the world of genetics and begins the Finnish series Replacements. Wayne continues with Agatha All at Once.
In Listener Feedback, Susanne and Joe in Cincinnati check in via email, and Alan in England and Fred from the Netherlands provide audio feedback for the season two penultimate episode.
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne A

Episode 581 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E06 Where is He?

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season’s sixth episode “Where is He?” and whether Adar and Galadriel will actually end up working together to bring down Sauron. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally gets to the series finale of The Leftovers, and Wayne checks out the spy thriller Slow Horses.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether there’s enough movement in the story lines, and Alan in England feels there’s enough textual evidence to support the premise that The Stranger is Gandalf.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-
 

Episode 580 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E05 Halls of Stone

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the political upheaval in Numenor and the high wire act Celebrimbor walks as Sauron insists they craft nine rings for men. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave is less than complimentary about Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and finally returns to The Leftovers. Wayne sees improvement in Agatha All Along.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands suggests we might view Celebrimbor as the Big Bad, and Alan in England agrees w/Dave that Kemen can’t come to a tragic end soon enough.
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Episode Grade: A-

Take Five #33 Favorite Thrillers

On this episode of Take Five, Dave and Wayne briefly discuss a number of their favorite suspense, thriller movies and television series. Dave mentions the classic North by Northwest, and Wayne counters with Rear Window.

Episode 579 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E04 Eldest

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the identity of Tom Bombadil and question why the Dark Wizard is so interested in the Harfoots. 
In our What We're Watching segment, both Dave and Wayne check out the fifth installment in the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, though to be fair, Dave hasn’t finished his viewing.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands remarks on the visually dark atmosphere, and Alan in England comments on the reimagining elements of the series.
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Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne A-

Episode 578 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S02E03 The Eagle and the Sceptre

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Prime VIdeo series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the long awaited appearance of Arondir, and the turbulence surrounding the coronation of a new ruler in Numenor.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne completes For All Mankind and now begins waiting for another season.  Dave begins season six of the Netflix series Shameless. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders about the copyright status of characters like Gandalf, and Alan in England is intrigued by Estrid’s mark and the truth of her attempt to hide it.
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Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne B+