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Take Five #30 Favorite American Non-Genre Shows

On this episode of Take Five, we look at ten of our favorite non-genre shows produced (mostly) and aired in the United States. The Muppet Show? Really, Wayne?

Episode 535 Ragnarok S03E04 My Precious

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 Ragnarok.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Saxa's plan for the hammer that she briefly possesses and who will be left standing at the series’ end. Is it the end of the world or maybe something else?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finds Our Flag Means Death provides a nice light diversion from the heavier shows he ordinarily watches. Meanwhile, Dave finishes the Scandi series The Blood Pact and checks out the new Apple TV+ show The Buccaneers.
In Listener Feedback, Alan in England sticks with the Chinese version of Three Body Problem, and Fred from the Netherlands vows to move ahead with Orphan Black: Echoes.
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Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-

Episode 534 Ragnarok S03E03 Losing My Religion

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 Ragnarok.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the Giants’ plans to bring down Magne, and whether Saxa has any genuine feelings for the hammer wielding god. Has there been a bigger episode ending scene than the serpent swallowing Molinjor? 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes up Lower Decks and Bodies, while Dave makes an attempt to watch the Chinese version of Three Body Problem.
In Listener Feedback, Alan in England brings up the lyrics to an ABBA song and how it relates to the episode, and Fred from the Netherlands coins the phrase “the snake in the lake.”
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Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne A-

Take Five #29 Favorite International Non-Genre Shows

In this episode of Take Five, we discuss ten of our favorite international non-genre shows. Wayne touts Letterkenny and Money Heist, while Dave's favorites include Deadwind and Line of Duty.
 

Episode 533 Ragnarok S03E02 Til Death Do Us Part

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 Ragnarok.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the relationship between Saxa and Magne and how his treatment of Signy could come back to haunt him. We also revisit the possibility that Saxa has been or will become pregnant with Magne’s child.
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes up with Sex Education and gets started with the Netflix mystery series Bodies, while Dave admits that he may be done with Doctor Who in the near term. 
In Listener Feedback, Alan in England and Fred from the Netherlands both find fascinating allusion in the episode. Alan points out the hammer’s similarity to the ring in Lord of the Rings, and Fred sees a connection between Cassian Andor and Hober Mallow.
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Episode Grade: B+

Take Five #28 Favorite International Genre Shows

In this episode of Take Five, in no particular order, we briefly discuss our favorite international genre shows including The Ministry of Time, The Almighty Johnsons, Biohackers, and Squid Game.

Episode 532 Ragnarok S03E01 War is Over

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 Ragnarok.
 
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the disappointing season three premiere which is short on action as well as length, checking in at barely over thirty minutes. We both agree that Turid’s wedding does not bode well for the boys’ mother, and it’s certainly time for Magne to initiate some hammer time. 
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne is really enjoying the final season of the Netflix series Sex Education and looks forward to Ncuti Gatwa as the new Doctor. Dave finally gets around to checking out Andor and is fairly positive in his assessment. 
In Listener Feedback, Alan in England and Fred from the Netherlands both manage to find some positives in the season three premiere.
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Episode Grade: Dave C+  Wayne C

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

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 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

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 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+