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Episode 410 The Nevers S01E03 Ignition

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the HBOMax series The Nevers, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the latest reveal that Amalia and Maladie, whose given name is Sarah, have a complicated past about which Maladie bears a grudge. Doctor Cousens asks Amalia to consider Penance and her lack of warrior skills as she drags her into situations for which she’s not prepared. And do the doctor and Amalia have a romantic past?
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave has been struggling with the final season of Van Helsing, and Wayne continues with Star Wars: Bad Batch. 
In Listener Feedback, we hear from Fred from the Netherlands and Maureen via email.
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-
 

Episode 409 The Nevers S01E02 Exposure

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the revelation that Lavinia Bidlow appears to be working both for and against the Touched while her brother Augie has clearly fallen for Miss Penance Adair. Even more intriguing is the exchange between Amalia True and Maladie that reveals a past relationship and a grudge that the latter still holds. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes Shadow and Bone and continues with the animated Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Dave completes his watch of Alice in Borderland on Netflix.
In Listener Feedback, we hear from Fred from the Netherlands, Rainbird via email, and the Facebook group posts of Kristen Cakes Hirsch and Alan Thomas.
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 408 The Nevers S01E01 Pilot

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the pilot episode of Joss Whedon’s The Nevers and whether or not Amalia True attempts suicide at the moment of the supernatural event. Have the Touched been specifically targeted rather than randomly chosen? At this point we don’t have a clear sense of why Maladie targets the Touched and who’s responsible for the event of 1896.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne continues with Shadow and Bone but also adds the animated Star Wars: The Bad Batch to his viewing schedule. Dave recommends the Danish supernatural thriller Equinox which currently streams on Netflix.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands provides a recap for each of the major characters. 
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Episode Grade: A
 

Episode 407 Roundtable Discussion: Witches on Television

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and the upcoming analysis of the HBOMax series The Nevers, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we welcome our good friend Michael Ahr to the podcast for a roundtable discussion of witches on television. Is there a difference between a witch, a sorceress, and a practitioner of magic? 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave compares Ginny and Georgia to the iconic series Breaking Bad. Wayne goes into the movie vault with the Academy Award nominated film Mank, and Michael explores Glee and Will and Grace.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands checks in with his thoughts on witches. 
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Episode 406 Beforeigners S01E06

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the HBOMax series Beforeigners, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the revelation that time travel does indeed go both ways. However, it’s Tore Hund’s admission to Alfhildr that as a child she was fished from the sea and raised by his father. In the visual flashback we see her wearing a bright orange life preserver, clearly an item from the 21st century. Will the return of Olav the Stout mark the beginning of a religious culture war, and what role will Madeleine play in the future of Norway?
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave alerts listeners to the return of the Netflix fantasy series Lucifer which is set to drop on May 28th. Wayne spends time with Attack the Block, a 2011 film starring Doctor Who’s Jodie Whittaker.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether Alfhildr’s parents could still be alive in the 21st century.
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Episode Grade: A
 

Episode 405 Beforeigners S01E05

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the introduction of the mysterious character who seems determined to assist Lars in his quest to learn the truth behind the killings of the temporal migrant. Is he real and a figment of Lars’ imagination? Now that Tore Hund appears to remember his past, will Urd push him in a more confrontational direction?
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave enjoys the HBOMax dark comedy Made For Love starring Cristin Milioti/Ray Romano. Wayne successfully completes his run with Plebs but is less enthusiastic about The Witcher. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands finally looks into lacrosse, and Ben Mason’s Facebook post regarding Maddie’s teeth comes up for discussion.
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 404 Beforeigners S01E04

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the reveal that time travel to the past may, in fact, be possible. The relationship between Gregers and Lars grows closer, and we also take a look at Alfhildr’s willingness to ask for help when required.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally gets around to the TNT original series The Alienist, and Wayne finds a hidden gem in the UK comedy series Plebs.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands talks about his journey with season 2 of Dark Angel and the only season of Birds of Prey.  
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 403 Beforeigners S01E03

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the HBOMax series Beforeigners, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the significance of the 19th century hacker/ninja woman who takes down Navn and breaks into Alfhildr’s computer. However, it’s Urd and Alfhildr’s acknowledgement that Tore Hund is alive and well in the present that proves the most compelling as we wait to see if they put the raiding, pillaging band back together. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne checks out the Netflix film La Revolution and the little known Nic Cage project Next. Dave talks about the Netflix series The Serpent starring Jenna Coleman and the HBOMax show The Missing. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands mentions the allusions/references regarding Amanda Tapping’s characters in Sanctuary and Stargate SG-1. 
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne B+
 

Episode 402 Beforeigners S01E02

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the HBOMax series Beforeigners, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the consequences of Alfhidr's shieldmaiden past and her ability to successfully navigate the intricacies of 21st century life. How much of our disbelief should we be required to suspend relative to Navn’s ability to put together a complex crime syndicate? Wayne offers up another edition of Project X and looks at some of the historical details pertinent to the episode.  
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave speaks highly of the UK detective series DCI Banks and less so of his experience with The Lost Pirate Kingdom. Wayne sings the praises of the Japanese thriller Alice in Borderland.
In Listener Feedback, we discuss comments from David Haworth, Tobias from Oslo, and Fred from the Netherlands.
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Episode Grade: A-
 

Episode 401 Beforeigners S01E01

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback. 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we begin our journey with the HBO Nordic science fiction series Beforeigners, currently airing on HBOMax in the United States. We discuss premise and whether or not the overall arc could be allegorical and dive into some of the metaphorical elements of the episode. Wayne also brings back Project X with a brief rundown of the Norwegian rite of passage embedded in the episode.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave talks about two Netflix series: Formula 1: The Drive to Survive and The Lost Pirate Kingdom. Wayne talks less glowingly about the new Justice League movie which clocks in at four hours. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands has issues with the overall premise of Beforeigners. 
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Episode Grade: B+