SciFi TV Rewatch

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the potential suspects for Mayor Jahn’s murder, the A+ generator repair sequence, and the continuing mystery surrounding the reality outside the silo. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave looks forward to reading the Silo trilogy he just ordered online, and Wayne is still watching The Legend of Vox Machina.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands, Alan in Missouri, and Alan in England give audio feedback, and Susanne checks in via email.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A  

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss what the sheriff actually sees once he’s sent out of the silo. We also examine Juliette Nichols’ ability to assume the role of sheriff now that she’s been named Holston’s successor. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave checks out S2 of the Netflix political thriller The Diplomat, and Wayne continues with the Apple TV+ series Shrinking.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands mentions Snowpiercer’s universe and its similarity to that of the Silo. Alan in Missouri wonders about the bold move with the sheriff, and Alan in England brings up the episode’s cliffhanger ending.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A  

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are watching, listener feedback, and analysis of the Apple TV+ series Silo. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of Silo and acknowledge its pilot episode gets as close to perfection as can be expected. Obviously, the big mystery centers around the atmosphere outside the silo, but George’s death raises new concerns. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave continues w/the Finnish scifi drama Replacements, and Wayne returns to the Apple TV+ series Shrinking. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands enjoys the 2015 series Dark Matter, and Alan in England mentions the connections between Silo and Fallout.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season 2 finale and the showdown between Galadriel and Sauron. Why the Dwarves take so long to come to Eregion’s aid remains unanswered, the political upheaval on Numenor only increases. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes S4 of Slow Horses, and Dave checks out S2 of the Polish crime drama The Thaw. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands reminds us that the nine rings are made w/Sauron’s blood, Cincinnati Joe questions the writers’ lack of attention to detail, and Alan in England finds the Dark Wizard’s attempt at victimhood a bit off putting. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A-  

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss how Adar should be perceived since his primary goal appears to be the eradication of Sauron. Both Dave and Wayne admit confusion about the scene in which Celebrimbor throws the nine rings into the fire.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave returns to the world of genetics and begins the Finnish series Replacements. Wayne continues with Agatha All at Once. In Listener Feedback, Susanne and Joe in Cincinnati check in via email, and Alan in England and Fred from the Netherlands provide audio feedback for the season two penultimate episode. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave A-  Wayne A

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season’s sixth episode “Where is He?” and whether Adar and Galadriel will actually end up working together to bring down Sauron.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave finally gets to the series finale of The Leftovers, and Wayne checks out the spy thriller Slow Horses. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether there’s enough movement in the story lines, and Alan in England feels there’s enough textual evidence to support the premise that The Stranger is Gandalf. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A-  

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the political upheaval in Numenor and the high wire act Celebrimbor walks as Sauron insists they craft nine rings for men.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave is less than complimentary about Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and finally returns to The Leftovers. Wayne sees improvement in Agatha All Along. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands suggests we might view Celebrimbor as the Big Bad, and Alan in England agrees w/Dave that Kemen can’t come to a tragic end soon enough. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A-

On this episode of Take Five, Dave and Wayne briefly discuss a number of their favorite suspense, thriller movies and television series. Dave mentions the classic North by Northwest, and Wayne counters with Rear Window.

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the identity of Tom Bombadil and question why the Dark Wizard is so interested in the Harfoots.  In our What We're Watching segment, both Dave and Wayne check out the fifth installment in the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, though to be fair, Dave hasn’t finished his viewing. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands remarks on the visually dark atmosphere, and Alan in England comments on the reimagining elements of the series. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne A-

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the long awaited appearance of Arondir, and the turbulence surrounding the coronation of a new ruler in Numenor. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne completes For All Mankind and now begins waiting for another season.  Dave begins season six of the Netflix series Shameless.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders about the copyright status of characters like Gandalf, and Alan in England is intrigued by Estrid’s mark and the truth of her attempt to hide it. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave B  Wayne B+    

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Celebrimbor’s mistake in allowing Halbrand inside the compound despite Galadriel’s warning. It’s still not clear what powers Sauron possesses at this point, but his end game appears clear. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne is nearing the end of For All Mankind, and Dave is still high on the Netflix series Shameless.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands discusses Snowpiercer, Alan in England recommends Those About to Die, and Susanne goes deep into the SFTVR Inception catalog.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A

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 Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast Dave and Wayne return to the world of Tolkein and the season two premiere that features the creation of the three rings and the conflicts surrounding the potential misuse of their power.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave completed S1 of Orphan Black: Echoes and really enjoyed it and also found time to complete the final season of Vikings: Valhalla. With school back in session, Wayne found it difficult to find any time for genre television viewing. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands watched a show Dave recommended earlier, the teen time travel tale Paper Girls. Alan in England finds fault w/the “Next time on Rings of Power” clips at episode’s end. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: Dave B+  Wayne A

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the 2010 film Inception. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast Dave and Wayne give Inception a second look disagree about virtually every aspect of Christopher Nolan’s film starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Whether any of it takes place in the real world is at the heart of the discussion, but Dave feels it’s unnecessarily complex when telling a relatively simple story.  In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne continues with For All Mankind and Time Bandits, and Dave tries to keep his viewing schedule straight with shows scattered throughout the world including The Split and Murder In. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands questions whether Cobb’s gestures to his wife may have been misinterpreted, and Alan in England loves Saito’s line about buying the entire airline. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Film Grade: Dave B-  Wayne A+

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the AMC series Orphan Black: Echoes. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the mysteries surrounding Jules’ appearance and her obvious connection to Lucy. Kira’s moral and ethical doubts form the core of the episode, and she makes it clear her clone-based childhood left its scars. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne recommends the Apple TV+ alternate history series For All Mankind, and Dave tackles the first season of the Netflix drama Shameless. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands feels Felix’s character is a bit over the top, and Alan in England wonders about a Tatiana Maslany guest appearance.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A-  

Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, and commentary and analysis of the AMC series Orphan Black: Echoes. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series premiere of the latest chapter in the Clone Club universe starring Krysten Ritter of Jessica Jones fame. Though we both think it’s a solid pilot episode that urges the viewer to continue watching, we wonder whether it’s not a bit too derivative from a narrative structure perspective. In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne gives the Summer Olympics coverage high marks, and Dave finally gets to see S4 of Babylon Berlin. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands gives some background regarding his podcast listening history, and Alan in England thinks Charlie’s accuracy w/the killshot is a bit hard to believe. Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A-

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the series finale that includes Wayne and Amy going into the hole while Perry returns from the past with what amounts to a murder do-over. Has Amy traveled to the past or future? Does Perry’s return alter the timeline or is it now part of an alternate timeline.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave is NOT watching the Summer Olympics, but Wayne finds the field hockey and swimming extremely compelling. In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands comments on Deadpool 2, Alan in England wonders about the writers’ plan for the narrative, and Susanne laments the fact that current shows often have fewer episodes in their entire runs than past series had in a single season.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A- Series Grade: Dave A- Wayne B+/B

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Royal’s attempts to keep Autumn away from Amy and the Abbott’s acceptance that what Autumn says is true. Autumn is Amy. Is there some sort of telepathic connection that ingestion of the mineral causes? There sure seems to be.   In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne finishes S3 of Vikings: Valhalla while Dave begins the second season. Wayne also finishes S2 of The Boys, and Dave returns to music w/his new favorite band The Warning.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands comments on the Tatiana Maslany/Eliza Dushku comparisons, and Alan in England questions the geologist’s approach to the Abbott family in relation to the West Pasture.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A-  

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Autumn’s attempts to help Cecelia deal with the impending loss of the ranch, the new connection Royal and Joy now possess.  In our What We're Watching segment, Dave nears the end of his run w/the Italian drama Love and Sacrifice. Wayne gets to watch Star Wars Rebel Moon Part 2.  In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands is relieved that the hole is still visible when Royal takes Cecelia to see it, and Alan in England worries that not much is revealed about the different plot lines.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: B+  

We've had this one on the back burner for quite awhile, and while we freely admit the topic has nothing to do with genre television or film, we don’t care. Check out Dave and Wayne’s favorite bands and musicians in this episode of Take Five.

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 Outer Range. This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Joy’s decision to rescue Flower despite the expected ramifications, and Wayne posits that because she understands the Shoshone future is grim, it’s worth saving one individual now and accept the consequences later. In our What We're Watching segment, Dave mentions several of the podcasts currently in his rotation, and Wayne renewed his Max subscription and finally screened Dune: Part 2.  In Listener Feedback, Susanne can’t help but think of Dark when time travel is at play. Fred from the Netherlands points out the lack of actual joy in the episode, and Alan in England speculates how the bison w/two arrows arrived in the present.  Remember to join the genre television and film discussion on the SciFi TV Rewatch Facebook group for the latest genre television show news and podcast releases. Episode Grade: A