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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-

Episode 482 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E07 The Eye

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 choice Durin makes to defy his father the king so that Elrond and the elves can obtain a lifetime supply of mithril. Of particular interest is the pairing of Theo and Galadriel, the latter of whom tries to impart some much needed wisdom on Bronwyn’s son. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave talks about some of the nominees for this year’s Saturn Awards, and Wayne questions whether he’ll keep Paramount+ after completing his Picard run.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands gives this episode a B+, and Ben Mason and Joe Herbers both question some of the narrative choices made by the writers and director.
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 481 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E06 Udun

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 ebb and flow of the extended battle sequences that dominate the episode and whether it’s fair to reveal plot points and character survival based on the events described in the trilogy. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne breaks down and adds Paramount + to his streaming library and plans to watch Picard. Dave gets caught up with House of the Dragon but focuses his feedback on the new film Blonde.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands questions whether Bronwyn should be able to walk around as effortlessly as she does after taking an arrow to the chest.
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Episode Grade: A-

Episode 480 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E05 Partings

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 Isildur’s desperate attempts to join the expedition led by his father and Galadriel, and Bronwyn’s reaction to the mass defections of those who would rather bend the knee to Sauron than fight him. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finishes watching The Man in the High Castle and begins rereading Philip K. Dick’s novel. Wayne has high praise for the reboot of Quantum Leap.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands agrees with Wayne and gives “Partings” an A grade. Ben checks in via the Facebook group.
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne A

Episode 479 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E04 Waves

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 Theo’s instinctive activation of the hilt of Sauron’s sword, and the fact that his companion leaves him to die at the hands of Adar’s orcs. There’s something strange going on with the ore discovered by the dwarves, and despite her poor people skills, Galadriel convinces the Queen Regent to join the fight against Sauron.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave points out some of the leaked information around the final Doctor Who episode of the Jodie Whittaker era. Wayne finds it difficult to accept that Robert Heinlein’s Stranger in a Strange Land is considered a science fiction classic. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands remarks about the wonderful costuming, especially in Numenor. 
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 478 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E03 Adar

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 tepid welcome Galadriel receives upon arriving in Numenor with Halbrand, but it’s her companion’s hidden past that opens up new narrative possibilities. We also lay the groundwork for later discussions about Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey Monomyth and which characters might fit the framework.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave wonders why it’s so difficult to find information regarding the international shows he and his wife are watching. Wayne admits both he and his son are happy they didn’t watch the most recent episode of House of the Dragon together. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders about the show’s pacing but for now, will give it time to grow.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 477 The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S01E01-02 A Shadow of the Past/Adrift

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 series premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and the possibility that we might see three or four characters embark on heroic journeys worthy of Joseph Campbell’s monomyth. Admittedly, we know how many of these storylines will play out, but not how we’ll get there.
 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne’s reading the classic Robert Heinlein novel Stranger in a Strange Land, and Dave admits that he’d forgotten he actually watched the second season of The Man in the High Castle. 
 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands admits that a certain level of mystery doesn’t appear to be part of the series’ mythos, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t questions to be explored.
 
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Episode Grade: A-