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Episode 531 Foundation S02E10 Creation Myths

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Foundation.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the complete lack of stakes when it comes to the survival of virtually all characters. Has Demerzel reinstated the genetic dynasty now that Day and Dusk have been disposed of and Dawn has run away with Serath?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne continues to love Lower Decks and is enjoying the new season of Loki. Dave looks forward to reading the second book in the Jackpot Trilogy and finally gives the first episode of Andor a look. 
In Listener Feedback, Cincinnati Joe thinks the magic/super tech goes too far, and Fred from the Netherlands wonders about the convenience of the green paint Dusk uses to mark Demerzel. Alan in Minnesota quotes Arthur C. Clarke, and Alan in England thinks Hari gives in too easily to Gael’s pleadings. 
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Episode Grade: A-

Episode 530 Foundation S02E09 Long Ago, Not Far Away

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the history lesson Cleon I’s hologram gives to Rue and Dusk in the hidden chamber. We question why Demerzel was not destroyed with the others at the conclusion of the Robot Wars, and whether she continues to play a long game with the Cleonic dynasty.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne gives us all a dose of reality and brings up the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Dave laments not finding any genre shows that interest him and spends time with the Prime Video historical drama Billy the Kid. 
In Listener Feedback, Cincinnati Joe feels some scenes were a bit melodramatic, and Fred from the Netherlands questions how the secret chamber could be so clean after centuries of neglect. Alan in England hangs in there with Manifest, and Alan in Minnesota gives the episode a full on A grade. 
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 529 Foundation S02E08 The Last Empress

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the sub-par writing in this episode, but the revelation of the secret chamber presumably controlled by Demerzel and Tellum’s attempt to transfer her consciousness into Gael move the narrative ahead at an acceptable rate.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne continues w/Lower Decks and its really cool special guests.  Dave gives a rundown on a number of history podcasts in his current rotation.
In Listener Feedback, Cincinnati Joe addresses what Demerzel might be, and Alan in England suggests Tellum might eventually become The Mule. Fred from the Netherlands, like most of us, is confused by the timeline, and Alan in Minnesota gives the episode only a D+.
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Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne B+

Episode 528 Foundation S02E07 A Necessary Death

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Serath’s seemingly reckless behaviors with Demerzel and whether the Queen Dominion can coerce Dawn into fathering the future emperor. There’s still some disagreement whether Hari Seldon is dead at Tellum’s hands, but more importantly, Salvor’s attempt to get off the island meets with disaster.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne makes it through S2 of Succession but has more fun w/Lower Decks. Dave checks out the historical Netflix drama Transatlantic and S4 of Sex Education. 
In Listener Feedback, Cincinnati Joe finds many of the story lines difficult to accept. Alan in Minnesota doesn’t understand how Dawn impregnating Serath really makes any difference. Alan in England gives round 1 to Demerzel, and Fred from the Netherlands points out fascinating details about footprints in the sand. 
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Episode Grade: A

Episode 527 Foundation S02E06 Why the Gods Made Wine

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the lack of attention given to certain story lines and how that negatively impacts our enjoyment of the series. Queen Serath takes a bold step and while her address to the people may benefit her in the short run, it seems unlikely Day will let her perceived insolence slide. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave gets caught up on S2 of Showtime’s horror series Yellowjackets, and Wayne talks about a new history podcast he’s discovered. 
In Listener Feedback, Cincinnati Joe wonders about the Vault’s powers, Fred from the Netherlands thinks Demerzel might be involved w/the memory editing of the Cleons, Alan in England suggests we re-evaluate Gael’s visions, and Alan in Minnesota argues that it’s unreasonable to give Hari a body and then take it away.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne B

Episode 526 Foundation S02E05 The Sighted and the Seen

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss sprawling narrative and the motives behind the assassination attempt on Day, and the murder of Queen Serath’s family. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave now faces an old school problem: waiting a week for the next episode to be released. Wayne fails to sell listeners on the merits of the 2023 film The Flash.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands, Alan in England, and Alan in Minnesota join the discussion via audio feedback, Susanne in Germany returns with a question about Outlander. 
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 525 Foundation S02E04 Where the Stars are Scattered Thinly

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss how Bel Riose and Glawen navigate their changed relationship, and whether Queen Sareth and Rue are working in concert to manipulate Empire to do their bidding. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne continues with the Star Wars series Ahsoka, and Dave returns to the Starz time travel series Outlander. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands, Alan in England, and Alan in Minnesota join the discussion via audio feedback.
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Episode Grade: A-
 
 

Episode 524 Foundation S02E03 King and Commoner

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the introduction of Hober Mallow as this swashbuckling character whose importance to the Foundation has yet to be revealed. And while we’ve heard about General Bel Riose’s exploits that not only won a critical battle but also got him exiled to a penal colony, we weren’t prepared for the powerfully complex character that agrees to serve Empire once again.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne begins the Star Wars series Ahsoka, and Dave continues with the crime thriller Absentia. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders about the lack of clarity with Kalle,  and Alan in England, to Wayne’s delight, references The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Life on Mars.
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Episode Grade: Dave A  Wayne A-

Episode 523 Foundation S02E02 A Glimpse of Darkness

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This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the plan Cleon has to change the parameters of the royal dynasty, effectively ending their reign as we know it.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne returns to the Max drama Succession, and Dave says goodbye to the Netflix series To the Lake which produced one trope too many. 
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands praises the interplay between Brother Day and his bride,  and Alan in England raises the possibility that cryo sleep could be in the offing for a narrative that already has moved over a hundred years in the future.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 522 Foundation S02E01 In Seldon’s Shadow

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 the moral ambiguities related to Brother Day’s sexual relationship with Demerzel, and what Hari Seldon plans now that he’s escaped from the Prime Radiant.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne watches S2 of Good Omens. Dave checks out the Netflix post-apocalyptic series out of Russia, To the Lake.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands and Alan in England check in w/audio feedback, and Susanne in German loves the fact that we’ll continue w/Fringe.
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Episode Grade: B+