Intergalactic: Reviewing Essential Sci-fi

Join us as we explore STAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT on Essential Sci-Fi Movies. Mike is joined by Clyde Haynes of Star Trek Discovery Pod and Troy Heinritz of The Hollywood Outsider to discuss the film's strengths, including its creative sets and seamless tones. Delving deeper, we analyze the impact of the Borg Queen and Picard's connection to the Borg on the franchise. The movie captures the essence of Star Trek for fans and non-Trekkies, with compelling storylines and character dynamics. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:24 Star Trek First Contact 7:24 The Borg Queen Debate 13:36 Tonal Shifts and Details 15:28 Memorable Fan Service Cameos 23:27 Significance of the Borg Queen 25:56 Picard's Spidey Sense 27:58 Influence on Star Trek Lore 32:54 Star Trek Fandom Celebration 38:13 New Uniforms and Exciting Premiere 48:38 The Realism of Zefram Cochrane 53:32 Impact of Lily Sloan's Character 1:02:27 Enterprise E: A Lean, Mean Ship 1:06:35 Impressive Special Effects in 4K Viewing 1:07:56 Epitome of Star Trek --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Les Weiler from the TV Dudes and Mike explore David Cronenberg's 1983 sci-fi masterpiece, VIDEODROME. Delving into its themes of technology merging with the human body, we discuss the film's complex plot and unique storytelling methods. We appreciate its blend of genres, gritty noir aesthetic, and enthralling performances by James Woods and Debbie Harry. The conversation delves into the film's symbolic elements, deepening the analysis of media influence and perception. Reflecting on Max's (Woods) unsettling journey and Cronenberg's cautionary tales, we contemplate the lasting impact of "Videodrome" on audiences, provoking introspection and emotional responses. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Analyzing Videodrome 1:29 Initial Reactions to Videodrome 3:10 Rewatching Videodrome 6:30 Suspense and Intrigue in Videodrome 8:31 Cronenberg's Filmmaking Style 9:40 Dirty Noir Aesthetic 11:07 Reality vs. Perception 13:43 Media's Influence on Reality 16:27 Implication in Videodrome's Influence 18:51 Videodrome's Infectious Influence 19:38 Surreal and Creepy Videodrome Scenes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Join Mike and Clyde to dissect the pivotal Season 2 episode of STARGATE SG-1, "Thor's Chariot." This is the sixth episode of season 2. We discussions the character confrontations with advanced technology, noble sacrifices, and the fusion of alien elements with familiar myths highlight the depth of storytelling in the Stargate universe. NOTE: Mike fucked up his audio on this episode; sorry. Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ 0:00 Intro 0:40 Exploring "Thor's Chariot" 4:10 Writer Katherine Powers 5:47 Serialized Storytelling in SG-1 7:17 Carter's Gould Technology Discovery 10:27 Introduction to New System Lord 13:01 Consequences of Past Actions 15:09 Asgard's Powerful Intervention 15:33 Balancing Super Allies in Stories 18:21 The Reveal of Thor 28:53 Team Unity and Responsibility 35:52 The True Reward 40:54 Preview: Family Drama Ahead --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

It's time to cover the second episode of STARGATE SG-1 season 2, "In the Line of Duty." Join Mike and Clyde discuss a Captain Carter-centric episode with a few fun reveals for the series. Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Mike and Clyde return to cover the Season 1 finale and Season 2 premiere of STARGATE SG-1 on another Essential Stargate pod. We dissect the two-part season finale and opener of SG-1's second season, exploring alliances, betrayals, and emotional depth. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:01 Delving into Essential Stargate SG-1 Episodes 13:29 Perfect Twists 17:50 Engaging Two-Part Episode Structure 25:12 Character Connection 27:26 Realistic Friendships 28:32 Team Dynamics: Atlantis vs. SG1 36:20 Intriguing New Characters 49:22 Season 2 Opener: In the Line of Duty Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

We're back with more ESSENTIAL BABYLON 5. This week, Mike discusses a potential BABYLON 5 reboot, with guests Paul Seetachitt from Star Trek Discovery Pod and Kevin Whaley from Grey 17. We explore the possibility of Big Joe getting a reboot off the ground while emphasizing the importance of preserving the show's legacy and core themes. We envision a modern adaptation that stays true to the original's essence, prioritizing storytelling integrity over commercial considerations. Chapters 0:00:00 Introducing the pod and guests 0:01:31 Our B5 Fandom 0:03:21 Remembering Babylon 5's Impact 0:10:44 Navigating Babylon 5's Future 0:24:21 Exploring Collaborations: Big Joe & the Wachowskis 0:40:43 Learning to Delegate for Healthier Work-Life Balance 0:45:35 Dream Recasting for Favorite B5 Characters 0:51:19 Wrapping up with Hopes for B5 Reboot Follow Intergalactic: Instagram: ⁠⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Follow our guests: Star Trek Discovery Pod: https://startrekpod.libsyn.com/ Grey 17: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grey17podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Join us on ESSENTIAL SCI-FI MOVIES as we dissect the 1987 action sci-fi blockbuster PREDATOR. Mike and guest Joel Sharpton from Articulate Coven dissect the film's memorable qualities, from its compelling character interactions to Arnold Schwarzenegger's portrayal of the cunning leader, Dutch. By examining how the movie cleverly subverts expectations, we uncover themes of survival, intelligence, and primal instincts intertwined in the characters' choices. Our discussion extends to why Predator remains a timeless favorite in the sci-fi action genre, blending wit and physicality to enthrall audiences. Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction 0:02:31 Talking About Predator 0:27:33 Action Movie Subversion 0:30:10 Designing the Predator 0:35:39 Revealing the Predator's Capabilities 0:38:24 Predator Franchise Exploration 0:42:42 Studio Influence on Predator 0:46:35 Dutch's Heroic Character 0:50:29 Embracing Essential Sci-Fi Movies Follow Intergalactic: Instagram: ⁠⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Follow Joel: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@therogueslife Letterboxd: therogueslife Articulate Coven: ⁠https://shorturl.at/epvZ3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Mike and Clyde are back for more ESSENTIAL STARGATE. This week, we dive into a pivotal STARGATE SG-1 episode where Daniel embarks on a journey to an alternate reality. We delve into the series' evolution from Showtime to SyFy, emphasizing character transformations, philosophical elements, and the essence of exploration. Our discussion includes dissecting the mirror-verse concept, portraying militaristic themes, and expressing our excitement for upcoming episodes and the show's storytelling. Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction to Essential Stargate 0:00:46 Mirror-Verse Clyde and Episode Synopsis 0:14:12 Character Changes in Mirror Universe 0:19:16 Engaging with Alternate CharacterS 0:23:49 A What-If Scenario 0:26:30 Daniel's Leadership 0:30:13 SGC's Lack of Defenses 0:33:20 Excitement for the Finale 0:36:24 Convincing the Team 0:39:06 Planning the Wrap-Up Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

We’re back with another ESSENTIAL BABYLON 5 episode. Kenny Madison from the Trek Wars podcast joins Mike to discuss how Babylon 5: The Road Home is very, very good for the franchise. Despite the movie not blowing them away, they feel it can only help inspire more people to watch Babylon 5 and, fingers crossed, pave the way for either an animated or live action series reboot. Enjoy the pod! Chapters 0:00:00 Introducing the podcast and topic of discussion 0:02:21 Discussion of previous Babylon 5 content and fandom history 0:08:06 Rumors of Babylon 5 Reboot 0:14:33 A Love Letter to Fans, But Not a Great Movie 0:19:14 Rebooting the World: Exciting Possibilities for the Future 0:25:33 Zathras love and hopes for a B5 reboot 0:31:36 Babylon 5 Can Be A Taste for the Acquired Palate 0:41:32 Podcast and Comedy Updates Follow Intergalactic: Instagram: ⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠ Threads: ⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠ ⁠⁠Intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Follow Kenny: Trek Wars: https://www.trekwarspod.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

On this week’s Essential Sci-Fi Movies pod, we discuss the 2022 PREDATOR prequel, PREY, with Mariah Gossett from Star Trek Discovery Pod. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, this unique film explores the Predator franchise in a specific time period, featuring a strong female lead, stunning visuals, and intense fight sequences. We praise the performances, indigenous representation, and the film's subtext about colonialism. Prey embraces its connections to the franchise while standing on its own as a strong film. Chapters: 0:00:00 Introducing the Essential Sci-Fi Movie: 2022’s Prey 0:02:49 The Comanche Dub and the Visual Storytelling of Prey 0:09:02 This movie is the best in the franchise 0:12:57 Emotional tension in the fight scene and sacrifice 0:14:52 Story and character first, a successful approach. 0:17:45 Fur trappers vs. the Predator: who's the real threat? 0:25:26 IP Extension Done Right: New Story with Homage to Original 0:30:05 The Joy of Streaming Movies at Home Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Myrriah Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/myrriahgossett/⁠ Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/MyrriahGossett⁠ Podcast: ⁠https://startrekpod.libsyn.com/⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

We're continuing our Essential Stargate trek with a review of "Solitudes," the 16th episode from season one of STARGATE SG-1. We highlight Samantha Carter's role, character development, and the discovery of a second gate. We appreciate the platonic relationship between Carter and O'Neill and anticipate future episodes. Enjoy! Chapters 0:00:08 Introducing the Essential Stargate Series 0:02:00 Solitudes: A Suspenseful Stargate Adventure 0:07:12 Carter's Struggle to Save O'Neill 0:09:43 The Assumption of Only One Gate on Earth 0:15:24 Importance of the second gate 0:17:51 Pairing of Carter and O'Neill in a dire situation 0:20:45 Teasing the will-they-won't-they dynamic between Carter and O'Neill 0:24:12 The Focus on Science and Exploration, not Romance 0:29:27 Daniel's Credible Aha Moment in Figuring Out a Clue 0:32:35 Excitement for upcoming alternate reality episode. 0:38:36 Searching for the next space opera show recommendation Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

It’s time for more Sci-Fi B-Sides, in which we cover campy sci-fi movies and TV from the pop culture trash bin of yesteryear. This time, Mike Moody-Garcia and Steven Fatheree of Tex-Trek cover the premiere of Gene Roddenberry’s Andromeda. This goofy ass series from the early 2000s stars Kevin Sorbo as a spaceship captain with an iron heart, and ironed hair, who’s on a mission to bring blandness to the universe. It’s amazing. Chapters: 0:00:08 Introducing Sci-Fi B-Sides 0:01:19 Andromeda: A Blast from the Past 0:04:30 Enjoying Andromeda: A Cheesy, B-Level Adventure 0:09:08 Potential Star Trek Spinoff or Standalone? 0:11:03 Dated Effects and Cheaper Star Trek Alternative 0:16:26 Roddenberry's Notes and the Hologram Idea 0:23:32 Weird Bug Lady and Alien Designs 0:27:27 Contrasting Aesthetics: Mercenary Ship vs. Andromeda 0:32:02 Frosted Tips and Nostalgia: 2000s Aesthetic in Andromeda 0:35:15 Poor Makeup and Design Choices: Repelling Viewers 0:39:44 Fun and Cheesy Action Scenes 0:43:08 Curiosity about the origins and connections of Star Trek 0:45:06 Where to find Steven online and his show Tex-Trek Follow Intergalactic: Instagram: ⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠ Threads: ⁠@Intergalacticpod ⁠⁠⁠Intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Follow Fatheree: X/Twitter: @TXTrek Facebook: @textrek Tex-Trek Podcast: https://tex-trek.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Welcome to the second installment of our new series, ESSENTIAL BABYLON 5. This week, we kick off our journey through the Babylon 5 TV movies with a review of In The Beginning,  the epic prequel to the series proper, released on TNT in 1998. Mike Moody-Garcia and guest co-host Scot Eric Candiotti, from The Serious TV Drama Podcast and Scot Forgot the 80s, dive into what makes this movie essential Babylon 5. Chapters 0:00:00 Introducing the Essential Babylon 5 Series 0:02:25 TV Movie as Prequel and Introduction to Babylon 5 0:05:56 Mixed Feelings on First Viewing 0:21:19 Seeking Empathy and Compromise in a Divided World 0:35:30 The Vorlons and their mysterious suits 0:39:48 Sheridan challenges the decision to send the wrong person 0:49:10 G’Kar's Character and Performance 0:53:41 Warrior Cast Mirroring Humans and Dr. Franklin's Ethics 0:57:19 Television Tradition: Remembering Bad Wigs 1:00:53 Sheridan's Heroic Battle and Leadership Skills 1:04:22 Connecting Old Aggressions to the Current War 1:08:15 Londo's narration and the cinematic portrayal of the war. 1:21:43 Younger Sheridan in Older Sheridan's Body 1:26:15 Tragic ending for Babylon 5 characters 1:32:53 Deep Space Nine vs. Babylon 5: A Debate? Follow Intergalactic: Instagram: ⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠ Threads: ⁠@Intergalacticpod⁠ ⁠Intergalacticpod.co⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠ Threads: ⁠@mikemoodygarcia⁠ Follow Scot: X-Twitter: ⁠@esotericcandy⁠ Instagram: ⁠@esotericcandy⁠ The Serious TV Drama Podcast: ⁠stvdpodcast.podbean.com⁠ Scot Forgot the 80s: ⁠scotforgotthe80s.podbean.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

In this episode of Intergalactic, we discuss the indie sci-fi film THE MAN FROM EARTH, written by Jerome Bixby. Released in 2007, this micro-budget movie explores immortality and features a goofy but thought-provoking storyline and a wonderful cast made up of recognizable genre character actors. We highlight the tight dialogue and the performances of the cast, particularly Tony Todd and John Billingsley. Join Mike and Les Weiler from The TV Dudes as we dive into this odd little charmer. Chapters: 0:00:08 Introducing Essential Sci-Fi Movies and guest co-host Les Weiler. 0:02:02 Let’s talk about Jerome Bixby's “The Man from Earth" 0:04:20 Sharing and discovering the movie on file-sharing sites 0:06:22 Mentioning the sequel and limited knowledge about it 0:08:57 Heavy-handed Religious Themes and Emotional Reactions 0:21:45 Nuanced Performances and Emotional Impact 0:29:08 Pirates as Free Promoters of Films 0:35:42 A Unique Time Travel Concept 0:37:39 The Immortality and Patience of John from "Man from Earth" 0:43:05 Tubi's Algorithm is Evil and Good Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Les: The TV Dudes Podcast: ⁠https://thetvdudes.libsyn.com/⁠ Henchin': ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ljgXsrPfbxW3HhxFacFRQ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

In this episode of Essential Stargate, we discuss the STARGATE SG-1 episode "Enigma," from season one. We share our thoughts on the emotional attachment between characters, Tobin Bell's guest performance as a cranky arrogant space bitch and the adversarial relationship between Stargate Command and the government. Enjoy! Chapters 0:00:08 Intro and our Sci-Fi Media Diet 0:06:12 Mixed Reviews: Okay Episode of Stargate SG-1 0:06:46 Adversarial Relationship between Stargate Command and the Government 0:14:39 Carter's Love Interest 0:24:08 Conflict arises as SG-1 tries to make allies with Omoc 0:32:05 The Nox: A Clever Solution to a Story Point 0:40:21 Daniel Jackson's Unique Perspective 0:42:00 Progress in Character Development and Introduction 0:44:05 Back to the Future: The Gold Standard of Time Travel Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clyde Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/@clydehaynes⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

It’s a Sci-Fi B-Sides episode, covering genre schlock from the pop culture trash bin of the ‘80s, ‘90s and early 2000s. This week, Les Weiler from The TV Dudes joins Mike to discuss one of the dumbest/most amazing space-set films ever made, JASON X. We explore the movie's self-awareness, notable kills, and David Cronenberg’s inexplicable cameo appearance. Chapters 0:00:08 Introducing Sci-Fi B-Sides: Trashy Gems from the Past 0:03:22 Jason X: A Guilty Pleasure for Sci-Fi Horror Fans 0:09:14 The Future, Midriff Fashion, and Thorny Arguments about Sentience 0:11:16 Favorite Kills and Self-aware Moments 0:16:51 Appreciating the movie's trashy fun and character names 0:22:32 Kane Hodder: The Ultimate Jason Voorhees 0:30:11 Event Horizon and Similar Sci-Fi Horror Films 0:31:41 What’s Next? Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠ Follow Les: The TV Dudes Podcast: https://thetvdudes.libsyn.com/ Henchin': https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ljgXsrPfbxW3HhxFacFRQ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Welcome, BABYLON 5 fans, to a new Intergalactic podcast series, ESSENTIAL BABYLON 5. Scott McFarland, host of the Grey 17 podcast, joins Mike to celebrate and rank the Babylon 5 movies, including The Gathering, In the Beginning, Thirdspace, River of Souls, A Call to Arms, The Lost Tales, Legend of the Rangers, and The Road Home. Plus, we discuss the lasting appeal of the show and the history and future of the franchise. Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:16 Introducing the Essential Babylon 5 Podcast Series 0:07:30 The Babylon 5 Movies and their Stories 0:15:35 Potential ninth B5 Movie: The Memory of Shadows 0:20:47 Discussing A Favorite B5 Movie: In the Beginning 0:35:01 Voice Cast Honoring and Respecting Original Characters 0:39:59 Importance of "The Gathering" for character development and universe setup 0:43:48 A Weird Side Quest with the Soul Hunters 0:47:07 Writing with characters speaking to the writer 0:50:35 Elevating scene in the lift with Zack Allen and Lita 0:54:02 Low-budget Green Screen Project: The Lost Tales 0:58:19 "Legend of the Rangers": A Weird and Cringy Experience Intergalactic is a podcast reviewing the greatest science fiction franchises of all time. From the makers of ⁠⁠Star Trek Discovery Pod⁠⁠, Mike Moody-Garcia and Clyde Haynes.  Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠ Follow Mike: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠ Follow Grey 17: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grey17podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Welcome to the debut of ESSENTIAL SCI-FI MOVIES, a new podcast series from Intergalactic covering the most essential sci-fi films of all time. To kick things off, we discuss the thought-provoking 1995 thriller 12 MONKEYS, starring Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt, and directed by Terry Gilliam. Mike and guest Scot Eric Candiotti, from The Serious TV Drama Podcast and Scot Forgot the 80s, dive into what makes this movie a classic Chapters 0:00:08 Introducing the "Essential Sci-Fi Movies" podcast series 0:04:43 Film details and plot synopsis of "12 Monkeys" 0:07:11 Scot’s opinion on the movie and the significance of 1997 0:13:35 Gilliam's movies serve narrative and character through unique visuals 0:18:54 Brad Pitt injects energy into the movie 0:25:17 Willis' portrayal of a broken man with moments of tenderness 0:31:09 Unanswered questions surrounding Bruce Willis' character in "12 Monkeys" 0:34:10 Reality vs Illusion and Films that Play with Perception 0:38:03 The Cassandra Complex and the Agony of Knowing the Future 0:45:33 Creepy David Morse and the Release of the Virus 0:47:25 The Delusion of "Bob" 0:54:19 Terry Gilliam's unique casting choices and visual style 1:03:39 The whimsical and disorienting nature of the movie 1:08:30 Future Episodes and Thanking the Listeners Follow Intergalactic Instagram: @Intergalacticpod Threads: @Intergalacticpod Intergalacticpod.co Follow Mike Instagram: @mikemoodygarcia Threads: @mikemoodygarcia Follow Scot X-Twitter: @esotericcandy Instagram: @esotericcandy The Serious TV Drama Podcast: stvdpodcast.podbean.com Scot Forgot the 80s: scotforgotthe80s.podbean.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

In this episode of Essential Stargate, we discuss the worst Stargate SG-1 episode so far, "Hathor" from Season 1. We reflect on its storytelling and impact, finding it regressive and just plain lazy. Later, we highlight films and TV series that depict great female characters. Concluding, we announce plans for the future of the podcast. Chapters 0:00:08 Oh boy, Hathor is bad 0:12:14 Choosing Essential Episodes for Season Two 0:15:27 Disappointing Lack of Progressiveness in the Episode 0:22:24 Cringy Episodes and Cheap Production Values in Stargate 0:27:17 Sci-fi catering to sexual fantasies of cis het white men 0:29:45 Critique on the portrayal of sexual themes and consent 0:32:17 Comparisons to Samantha Carter's episodes in Stargate Atlantis 0:38:16 General Leia and Great Female Characters in Star Wars 0:40:22 Samantha Carter's Evolution in Stargate SG-1 0:43:15 Introducing New Series on Essential Sci-Fi Movies 0:45:19 Recap and Next Episode Preview: Enigma --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message

Dennis Hopper, Debi Mazar, and Stephen Dorff invite us to join them on a late '90s, low budget outer space adventure. It's SPACE TRUCKERS, the perfect movie for our INESSENTIAL SCI-FI series. Myrriah Gossett of Star Trek Discovery Pod joins Mike to shower some love on this insane 1996 flick from director Stuart Gordon. Enjoy! Chapters: 0:00:08 Introducing Inessential Sci-Fi with Mariah Gossett 0:02:21 The Insane and Terrible, Yet Great, "Space Truckers" 0:05:17 Discovering "Space Truckers" and Trashy Movie Nights 0:11:33 George Wendt's Surprising Role as a Villain 0:13:26 The Director's Passing and the Potential for Even Wilder Scenes 0:15:19 Blending Trucking, Space Pirates, and Country Music 0:18:56 Inconsistent Special Effects and Wardrobe Choices 0:23:02 Surprising Political Themes and Creative Budget Solutions 0:26:35 Anti-corporate vibes and grounded characters 0:29:19 Resolving romantic relationships and commentary on old guys 0:31:38 Recommended for a fun movie night with friends 0:35:04 Outro Intergalactic is a podcast reviewing the most essential entries from the greatest science fiction franchises of all time. From the makers of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Star Trek Discovery Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Mike Moody-Garcia and Clyde Haynes.  Sub to the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://intergalacticpod.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the pod: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@intergalacticpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Mike Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@mikemoodygarcia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Myrriah Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/myrriahgossett/⁠ Twitter/X (ugh): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/MyrriahGossett⁠ Podcast: ⁠https://startrekpod.libsyn.com/⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intergalacticpod/message