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Episode 491 1899 S01E01 The Ship

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 series premiere of a show that promises to be every bit as mind-bending as its predecessor Dark. Series creators Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar begin the tale of the missing ocean liner Prometheus, its sister ship Kerberos, and the passengers who all seem to be running from something. Who is the young boy found alive on Prometheus, and is there a connection with the man who climbs out of the sea to board Kerberos?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne praises Star Trek: Discovery, and Dave makes a troubling confession that he’s gotten caught up in TikTok videos.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands seems less than enthusiastic about the 1899 pilot, and Ben Mason checks in via the Facebook group with questions about the finale of The Peripheral.
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne B

Episode 490 The Peripheral S01E08 The Creation of a Thousand Forests

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 Peripheral. Listen to our Ending Explained discussion.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season finale and fail to come to an agreement as to the stubs and their relationship to the original timeline. Has Conner followed through with Flynne’s plan to save their home world? Has Jasper acted totally out of character, and will Tommy take over the sheriff’s department?
In our What We're Watching segment, we discuss an article in The Atlantic that examines whether or not 2001: A Space Odyssey truly deserves its place as a science fiction movie classic.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands questions Jasper’s decision to park his SUV on the train tracks, and Joe from Cincinnati seems less than enthusiastic about the finale. 
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-

Episode 489 The Peripheral S01E07 The Doodad

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the implications of Conner, Burton, and Flynne meeting with Inspector Lowbeer. Now that Dee Dee has become involved in the time travel narrative, is it finally time for Tommy to join Team Fisher?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne gets in the holiday spirit by viewing the sequel to A Christmas Story. Dave checks out Blood, Sex, and Royalty on Netflix and manages to learn about another side to Henry VIII’s second wife Anne Boleyn. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands notices a connection with Orphan Black’s narrative detail of hiding data in DNA.
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne A

Episode 488 The Peripheral S01E06 Fuck You and Eat Shit

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss whether Inspector Lowbeer and the Metropolitan Police might align themselves with Lev in taking down, or at least keeping in check, the Research Institute. Is it a good idea for Conner to leave 2032 behind for a new body in the future?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne feels that Titans has gone completely off the rails. Dave finishes S2 of Warrior Nun and recommends the HBOMax series White Lotus. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands points out the futuristic wardrobe choices we see in 2100.
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 487 The Peripheral S01E05 What About Bob

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Cherise’s attempt to take out the Fishers and what impact her confrontation with peripheral Flynne will have moving forward. We consider how much longer Tommy can be kept out of the loop, and whether Billie Ann’s role within Team Fisher will increase after she wins the standoff with Bob.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave convinces his wife to check out Warrior Nun, and Wayne finishes his watch of the second season of Barbarians.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands talks about the importance of Billie Ann’s character and continues his run of A- episode grades.
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Episode Grade: A

Take Five #27 House of the Dragon Season Finale

It's been awhile since we published an episode of Take Five, but we want to share our thoughts about the House of the Dragon season one finale and its shocking ending. Is the outcome of the aerial combat between Jace and Aemond the result of a tragic accident or the deliberate attempt to remove one combatant from the war that looms over the horizon? 

Episode 486 The Peripheral S01E04 Jackpot

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Flynne’s decision to accept the physical risks to continue to travel to the future and promises her brother and Conner bodies so they might join her in 2100. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave rewatches S1 of Warrior Nun and S2 of Barbarians. Unsurprisingly, Wayne decides to rewatch S1 of Barbarians before tackling the new season.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders how Lev’s crew immediately knew that someone other than Flynne jumped into the 2100 peripheral.
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Episode Grade: A-

Episode 485 The Peripheral S01E03 Haptic Drift

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Flynne’s evolving relationship with Wilf and Lev’s group and the reasons behind their travels to 2032. Is Aelita trying to bring down the Research Institute? How much does Cherise know about the intrusions into her organization?
In our What We're Watching segment, we discuss the disappointing final episode of the Jodie Whittaker era and what impact moving to Disney + might have for Doctor Who.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether the robot cop might have an empathy algorithm. 
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Episode Grade: A-

Episode 484 The Peripheral S01E01-02 Pilot/Empathy Bonus

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 Peripheral.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast Michael Ahr joins us as we discuss the near perfect pilot episode of the Prime Video interpretation of William Gibson’s cyberpunk novel. We acknowledge that it’s probably not fair to make too many Westworld allusions, but the out of order timeline does cause some narrative issues as well as inject storytelling possibilities.
In our What We're Watching segment, Michael fills us in on his current projects at Den of Geek.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands draws some comparison between Flynne and Henry in Impulse.
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Episode Grade: “Pilot” A/”Empathy Bonus” A-

Episode 483 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E08 Alloyed

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, 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 Rings of Power season finale which includes the revelations that Halbrand is Sauron and the Stranger is most likely Gandalf. We question whether we’ll see the Harfoot next season and why the elves must head to Valinor.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave questions the wisdom of waiting up to two years to present a follow up season for The Rings of Power. Wayne delves into Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands has some interesting thoughts about She Hulk, but gives The Rings of Power an A for the season. Cincinnati Joe is a bit less complimentary, particularly about the writing. 
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne A
Season Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-