SciFi TV Rewatch

Episode 501 Fringe S02E02 Night of Desirable Objects

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Fox series Fringe.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Olivia’s premature return to field duty and Walter’s attempt to recreate the car accident that sends her to the hospital. It remains to be seen how long it will be until the team recognizes the shapeshifter posing as Charlie.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne nears the end of season 2 of Alice in Borderland and suggests it might be on the list to cover in the future. Dave enjoys cold weather fare with the Finnish crime drama Arctic Circle and the French Canadian Netflix series The Wall. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands points out the writers break their rules concerning the bodies left behind by the shapeshifter. Susanne gives insight into her science fiction backstory and love of The X-Files.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 500 Fringe S02E01 A New Day in the Old Town

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season two premiere and its primary guest star, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex aka Meghan Markle. How long will the shapeshifter successfully impersonate Charlie, and will Peter soon learn the truth of his origin story?
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave returns to give the Netflix dystopian series 3% another shot. Wayne continues viewing animated series with Star Wars: The Bad Batch.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands questions the rapidity with which the shapeshifter changes its appearance.
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Episode Grade:  A

Episode 499 666 Park Avenue S01E01 Pilot

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Fred’s choice of 666 Park Avenue pilot starring Lost alum Terry O’Quinn, Vanessa Williams, and Racheal Taylor of Jessica Jones fame. Though the initial episode has its flaws, the potential is there even though ABC failed to really give the series a chance to find an audience, canceling it after only seven episodes.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes watching Ashes to Ashes, and Dave completes his rewatch of Humans.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands laments the disappearance of Hemlock Grove from Netflix.
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Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne B-

Episode 498 1899 S01E08 The Key

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix series 1899.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the lack of concrete answers provided in the series’ final episode and do our best to construct meaningful interpretations despite a lack of textual evidence. Could Wayne be right when he suggests a graphic novel might just be the way to get Netflix to reconsider its decision?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne keeps up with The Legend of Vox Machina and Ashes to Ashes. Dave begins a rewatch of Humans and bemoans the fact that the French scifi crime drama Emma only received two episodes. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands gives the series a B- grade, and Susanne goes into the SFTVR back catalog for some hidden gems.
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-
Series Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-/B+

Episode 497 1899 S01E07 The Storm

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the impact of Plato’s Cave Allegory on the revelation that we’re watching a simulation in progress that ends the way all previous iterations have ended. Everyone dies. Will the writers be able to create an acceptable conclusion despite the series’ cancellation?
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave checks out the new HBOMax series The Last of Us which Wayne wishes that the Life on Mars sequel Ashes to Ashes was more available in the US. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands gives the penultimate episode a B+ grade.
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-

Episode 496 1899 S01E06 The Pyramid

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss character pairings and the burgeoning relationship between Olek and Ling Yi. Daniel continues his struggle to jog Maura’s memory, and we consider whether the survivors can work together to decipher the reality of their situation.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave rewatches season one of Yellowjackets in anticipation of its second season that begins airing in March. Wayne returns to the Star Wars world with Bad Batch.  
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands revisits the differences between window treatments in Germany and the Netherlands. 
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 495 1899 S01E05 The Calling

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the seemingly unending string of questions even though the boy finally talks, Maura speculates her father is behind whatever it is that is taking place, and Daniel struggles furiously to get the situation under control.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave continues with season two of Alice in Borderland but also praises the return of Ginny and Georgia on Netflix. Wayne returns to National Treasure: Edge of History and comes away with a different assessment.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands grows increasingly frustrated with the show’s pace and lack of clarity. First time contributor Susanne from Germany finds us during our coverage of The Peripheral. 
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 494 1899 S01E04 The Fight

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the underlying dynamics of the mutiny and whether Franz has really thought through the implications of his actions. Tove changes sides and admits to Krester that their mother doesn’t have a direct line to God but rather suffers from mental illness.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave is mildly enthusiastic about the Prime series Catastrophe. Wayne, once again, talks up Star Trek and its top shelf guest stars.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands recovers from last week’s illness and wonders how the other passengers will view Maura’s relationship with the boy.
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 493 1899 S01E03 The Fog

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Netflix series 1899.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the narrative details that support the indication that an alternate history model might be in play. Character pairings continue to dominate the landscape as Ling Yi meets Olek, and there’s a possibility that Maura and Daniel’s relationship might be deeper than has been previously indicated.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne and the family venture out to watch Avatar: The Way of Water at the iMax theater. Dave continues with The Recruit and finally sees the acclaimed film LaLa Land.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands notices the differences in eye color between the boy and Daniel, putting a hold on Dave’s theory.
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 492 1899 S01E02 The Boy

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the relationship between the captain and Maura, but more importantly, the prevalence of the triangle symbol that seems to pop up everywhere we look.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne checks out the National Treasure television show but is still undecided about S2 of the anime series Vox Machina. Dave moves out of his comfort zone and tackles the Netflix film starring Aubrey Plaza, Emily the Criminal.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands sees some improvement in 1899.
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne B+