Episode Archive

293 episodes of The Earth Station One Podcast since the first episode, which aired on January 31st, 2019.

  • 2023 In The Geek Seat: The Good, The Bad, and the Geeky | Earth Station One

    January 4th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 56 mins
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    In this episode of Earth Station One, Mike F, Mike G and their guest Ashley Pauls look back at the geek culture highlights and lowlights of 2023. They discuss their favorite moments, characters, and media, including movies, TV series, and live events, while also reflecting on the loss of two members of their network. The conversation covers the impact of work stoppages in the entertainment industry and the diverse ways people consume media. They share a mix of personal stories, critical assessments, and emotional tributes, ending with a note on taking a sabbatical from the podcast to potentially reimagine its future.

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  • Maestro Movie Review | Earth Station One

    December 28th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 8 mins
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    The end of the year is usually the season for the release of films aiming to receive awards, and previous winners Bradley Cooper and Carey Mullligan are currently featured in a biopic love story about an award-winning composer. Mike, Mike, and Jeff Dwoskin review the high and low notes of this cinematic composition. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs!

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  • Wonka Movie Review | The Earth Station One Podcast

    December 21st, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 14 mins
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    Ladies and gentlemen of the Galeries Gourmet, witness the struggle of a young magician and inventor challenge the dominating Chocolate Cartel. Mike, Mike, Ashley, are joined by Matt and Elaine Sweatman to review Timothée Chalamet's take on Roald Dahl's classic chocolatier. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs!

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  • Introduction to Film Noir

    December 14th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 7 mins
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    In the back alleys and dark shadows of the golden city of Tinsel Town, lives a genre of desperation, seduction, temptation, and brutality that all fall under the label Film Noir. Mike, Mike, Roby Levy, and Nick Frasier serve up their favorite sexy, smoky, and sour cinematic concoctions from the classic era to current. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, Michelle’s Iconic Rock Moment, and Shout Outs!

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  • Godzilla Minus One Movie Review

    December 7th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 20 mins
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    To celebrate the upcoming 70th anniversary of Gojira, Toho Studios recently released a throwback retelling set at the tail end of WWII. Mike, Mike, Alan J. Porter, Mark Holmes, and Drew Meyer review the newest Japanese import to hit our screens. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, Michelle’s Iconic Rock Moment, and Shout Outs!

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  • Napoleon Movie Review

    November 30th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 6 mins
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    Join the Earth Station One Podcast team as they embark on a cinematic journey through time with their latest episode featuring an in-depth review of the classic film 'Napoleon.' Delving into the iconic movie, the hosts provide insightful commentary on its historical significance, and innovative cinematic techniques. Alan J Porter & Matt Sweatman and the Earth Station One crew leave no stone unturned in this comprehensive exploration of 'Napoleon.' Whether you're a film buff or just love a good story, tune in to this episode for a delightful blend of analysis, nostalgia, and the magic of cinema that only the Earth Station One Podcast can deliver. As a bonus Van Allen Plexico sends us a segment to give his thoughts on ‘Napoleon’. Plus, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs!

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.

  • The 2023 Geek Holiday Gift Guide

    November 23rd, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 48 mins
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    If 2023 has gone by much too quickly and you are stumped as to what to give the geek in your life, the Earth Station One crew is here to help! Mike, Mike, Richard Ewell, and Mary Ogle have some great ideas on how to spend your well-earned savings. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs!

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.

  • The Marvels Movie Review

    November 16th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 13 mins
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    Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan combine their powers to make this movie the most marvelous in the MCU. Mike, Mike, Ashley, and JD Onesi try to avoid being eaten by Flerken but they are just so darn cute. Plus, Angela’s A Geek Girl’s Take and Shout Outs!

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.

  • An LGBT Look At Cloudburst

    November 9th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 19 mins
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    The Earth Station One Rainbow Room screens the 2011 film adaptation of Thom Fitzgerald’s stage play. Mike, Mike, Mary, and Ciaran Moffatt hit the road for this heartwarming and heartbreaking story starring Olympia Dukakis and Brenda Fricker. All this, along with Angela's A Geek Girl's Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, Michelle’s Iconic Rock Moment, Creative Outlet with Jim Beard, and Shout Outs.

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.

  • What We Do In The Shadows The Series Review

    November 2nd, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 27 mins
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    We conclude our Countdown to Halloween with a visit to the most famous vampiric residence in Staton Island. Mike, Mike, Phaedra Eason, and award-winning artist Mark Maddox gather in the fancy secret meeting room and try to avoid being drained by Colin Robinson. All this, along with Angela's A Geek Girl's Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, Michelle’s Iconic Rock Moment, Creative Outlet with Eric Paul Johnson of The Christmas Carol Catastrophes Podcast, and Shout Outs.

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.

  • HP Lovecraft and the Cthulhu Mythos

    October 26th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 6 mins
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    The Countdown to Halloween continues with a visit to Lovecraft Country. Mike, Mike, Darin Bush, and Kyle Mitchell make a collect call to the great old cosmic entity to find out why he's worshipped and feared by many. All this, along with Angela's A Geek Girl's Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs.

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  • Ahsoka Series Review

    October 19th, 2023  |  Season 14  |  1 hr 9 mins
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    Dave Feloni's Togruta Jedi gets the live-action spotlight in her own series on Disney Plus. Mike, Mike, Tyra Burton, and Rosemary Jean-Louis travel across faraway galaxies like a pod of Purrgil from Lothal to Peridea and review the new series. All this, along with Angela's A Geek Girl's Take, Ashley’s Box Office Buzz, and Shout Outs.

    We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at feedback@earthstationone.com and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, wherever fine podcasts are found, and now we can be found on our own YouTube Channel.