Jumping Puddles

In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor), discuss the season 3 finale, 3x20 "First Strike." Join us as we (prematurely) mourn the loss of Queen of Atlantis, Elizabeth Weir, and all of her potential.Timestamps: 0:00 Welcome!2:20 Queen of Atlantis, Elizabeth Weir (we get right into it)36:30 Rodney45:20 Oh John...55:00 Introducing Jennifer Keller1:04:00 How pretty was this episode?1:08:00 Bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, last thoughts and good byes!Fic Rec Corner:Quick Study by helens78Shatter Glass by LadycatFind us on:Twitter: ⁠⁠@jumpingpudpod⁠⁠Tumblr: ⁠⁠jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast⁠⁠or send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: ⁠⁠stargatelov3r.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠instagram.com/stargatelover⁠⁠Sam: @TAEGILUV, ⁠⁠instagram.com/taeglluv⁠⁠Tor: ⁠⁠@mckaysrodney⁠⁠, ⁠⁠rodneymckays.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠preacherboyd.tumblr.com⁠⁠Buy us a coffee!⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast 

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discusses 3x19, "Vengeance." Join us as we gush over both the horror and comedy elements, while also debating the Michael of it all! Timestamps: 0:00: welcome!1:27: we LOVE a classic stargate horror ep5:08: our number one freenemy is back10:15: let’s psychoanalyze the michael & teyla dynamic! 21:21: ethical dilemmas yippee26:50: love him or hate him, michael is the GOAT33:18: world building <336:47: ronon is our mvp this ep45:52: why is this ep so hilarious 48:24: bug people?!52:35: some random ramblings 58:18: rodney and his canadaisms1:02:48: bechdal test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, last thoughts and good byes!Fic Rec Corner:The Shadow over Chatsworth by Martha: https://archiveofourown.org/works/67441Three Hundred and Sixty-Four by Sardonicsmiley: https://archiveofourown.org/works/21198203Find us on:Twitter: ⁠⁠@jumpingpudpod⁠⁠Tumblr: ⁠⁠jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast⁠⁠or send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: ⁠⁠stargatelov3r.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠instagram.com/stargatelover⁠⁠Sam: @TAEGILUV, ⁠⁠instagram.com/taeglluv⁠⁠Tor: ⁠⁠@mckaysrodney⁠⁠, ⁠⁠rodneymckays.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠preacherboyd.tumblr.com⁠⁠Buy us a coffee!⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast 

This week the team (Sam, Tor and Ash) discuss SGA 3x18 "Submersion." Join us as we ride the high of excellent Teyla scenes, gush over the wonderfully balanced tone of the episode, and crack the occasional Carson death joke (all in good humor).00:00 We looooove this episode05:23 Teyla centric episode let's gooooo!19:05 what could have been: Michael&Teyla 22:23 Teylabeth content? in MY Stargate? It's more likely than you think! (at least in this episode)30:32 we love a cute last scene to wrap up the episode, or, derailing into ancient birth control 32:28 this episode is funny actually (apart from the horrors)40:32 More Teyla dynamics (Teyla&Rodney, Teyla and John)47:29 We love seeing happy Elizabeth <348:54 praise for the episodes cinematography and tone and basically everything that is not acting or writing xD57:26 why are the redshirts always in Rodney's team?01:00:19 what a good supporting cast! wish we'd seen them more (in a potential two-parter?)01:05:36 fic idea: What if Old!Elizabeth and the Wraith Queen interacted01:08:15 Bechdel test and behind the scenes01:16:57 Fic Rec Corner and polls 01:21:22 last thoughts and good byes!Out of the Sea https://archiveofourown.org/works/60493792 by RisalSoran https://archiveofourown.org/users/RisalSoran/pseuds/RisalSoranFic Rec Corner:Out of the Sea by RisalSoranFind us on:Twitter: ⁠⁠@jumpingpudpod⁠⁠Tumblr: ⁠⁠jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast⁠⁠or send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: ⁠⁠stargatelov3r.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠instagram.com/stargatelover⁠⁠Sam: @TAEGILUV, ⁠⁠instagram.com/taeglluv⁠⁠Tor: ⁠⁠@mckaysrodney⁠⁠, ⁠⁠rodneymckays.tumblr.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠preacherboyd.tumblr.com⁠⁠Buy us a coffee!⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast

In this episode the team discusses 3x17, "Sunday." Join us as we discuss the teams hobbies, Temu John, and that terrible, terrible epilogue.Timestamps:00:00 Hello and welcome03:20 Scotland has lost a baddie: was it worth it?14:45 Teyla and teylabeth23:10 Elizabeth and Temu John47:38 Ronon and John's date1:00:59 Rodney and Katie, we (mostly) approve1:12:00 Zelenka, Carson and the crew's various hobbies1:18:50 Comparing Carson and Rodney's relationship to Spongebob and Squidward for some reason?1:26:10 Stargate is reheating Grey's Anatomy's nachos too1:35:40 Ghost Carson1:39:29 Bechdel test1:39:49 Behind the scenes1:49:12 Polls1:54:00 Fic Rec corner1:56:40 Rating and goodbyes!Fic Rec Corner:Composition by penknifefrom sunday to sunday by starlightandpinotA Very Athosian Courtship by SelenayFind us on:Twitter: ⁠@jumpingpudpod⁠Tumblr: ⁠jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com⁠Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast⁠or send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: ⁠stargatelov3r.tumblr.com⁠, ⁠instagram.com/stargatelover⁠Sam: @TAEGILUV, ⁠instagram.com/taeglluv⁠Tor: ⁠@mckaysrodney⁠, ⁠rodneymckays.tumblr.com⁠, ⁠preacherboyd.tumblr.com⁠Buy us a coffee!⁠https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast

00:00: welcome!2:21: our initial reaction to the news!6:21: here’s what we know about the show so far19:52: gotta let go of the nostalgia folks26:31: 10 eps hmmm ….32:30: we are Worried (fuck MAGA weirdos)47:00: Our predictions/hopes!! (new podcast alert?)56:59: we pay our respects to joel goldsmith💛  59:49: our last thoughts & goodbye! Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.comBuy us a coffee!https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast

In this episode the team discusses 3x16 "The Ark." Join us as we discuss the homogenization of the Pegasus people, praise Teyla's long awaited character moments, and crack the code on why John treats everyone like his romantic interests.Timestamps:00:00 hello and welcome01:57 cue generic pegasus galaxy civilization no 18606:58 visually and cinematographically this episode is amazing 14:23 Rodney's off the charts sassy science (character analysis)18:22 finally some good fucking Teyla scenes25:19 John treats everyone as his love interest (aka John psychoanalysis hour)41:32 Elizabeth, Carson, and Lorne Ex Machina46:38 Ronon is too cool48:58 early aughts technology 53:25 Bechdel test, behind the scenes and fic rec corner 01:03:13 Ratings and good byes!Fic Rec Corner:Neither Helpful Nor Comforting by 20thcenturyvole Rose Period by Chandri Sacrificial Drift by auburn Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.comBuy us a coffee!https://ko-fi.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast

This week the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) watch 3x15, The Game. Join us as we enjoy the silly moments, roll our eyes at the blatant colonial propaganda, and discuss what kind of gamers our team would be! Timestamps:00:00 welcome!1:18: we LOVE a fun opening scene3:38: ohhhh mcshep 10:18: elizabeth has the patience of a preschool teacher14:19: ancients stop being evil challenge 21:34: everyone’s (the writers) white savior complex on display 32:45: we love cute character moments!38:57: very brief daedalus ex machine debate40:28: THE c plot of all time43:51: lets psychoanalyze john & rodney51:34:  the team and their gaming styles57:44: bechdel test, behind the scenes, poll, fic rec, and ratings!Fic Rec Corner: Mr. Karaoke by Pares (kormantic)never quite what it looks like the virtual remix by crysothemis (link will follow soon)Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

This week the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) watch 3x14, Tao of Rodney! Join us as we sing Zelenka's praises, laugh at John's emotional stuntedness, and cry over the Rodney and Elizabeth relationship dynamic.Timestamps:00:00 Intro5:00 Yay Zelenka!15:38 Elizabeth and Rodney30:25 John and the mcshep of it all37:00 Ronon and Ronon/Rodney42:10 Our only criticism towards this episode49:20 Where’s Carson53:30 The tone is well balanced54:55 Giving David Hewlett his flowers56:55 The cafeteria57:30 Ancient slander1:00:00 Bechdel, BTS and fic recFic Rec CornerThe Te of John by SperanzaFind us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

This week the team (Tor, Sam and Ash) watch 3x13 Irresponsible! Join us as we very quickly run through one of our most beloathed episodes and talk about the extremely weird choice of putting Kolya and Lucius into one episode and find joy in the fantastic acting choices of the team members (especially Ronon and Teyla).Timestamps:00:00 Hello and welcome!02:09 what we hate about the episode02:35 ah, the misogyny (:04:38 why is Kolya there??11:13 we've lost the plot with the Genii13:39 the setting...16:01 things we like about the episode!16:29 we love ronon!19:11 Teyla, true leader of the team 22:34 team scenes!30:32 Irrestible vs. Irresponsible 37:49 Bechdel test, fic rec corner and ratings!Fic Rec Corner:The machinery of heaven by torch https://archiveofourown.org/works/179858Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss 3x12, Echoes. Join us as we gush over teyla & ronon’s soulmatism, mourn the current tv landscape, and thrill over getting to spend an entire episode on Atlantis (aka the best home base)! 00:00: welcome! 3:01: what a fun cold open 4:49: such iconic ronon & teyla scenes (and a spicy hot take)16:58: TELYA PLAYS A PIVOTAL ROLE YAYYY20:28: elizabeth gets stuff to do as well YAYYY24:04: we just love this ep so damn much27:14: caldwell and the daedalus ex-machina!30:07: john’s being freaky again32:35: sam & rodney jokes …. We Are Tired43:57: team scenes where are you :(47:49: bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner and ratingsFic Rec Corner: A Clear and Different Light by naye & sholio: https://archiveofourown.org/works/22504/chapters/29276Ronon Definitely Does Not Have Feelings by obsessive explosion: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13652748/1/Ronon-Definitely-Does-Not-Have-FeelingsFell In Love With A Girl by danveresque: https://archiveofourown.org/works/59650Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this bonusode, the lovely Ash gives the team (Sam & Tor) a Con Report on Ascension, a Stargate convention that took place in May. Join us as they tell us all about the guests, the photo ops, signings, panels, and why it was kind of the best Stargate convention ever.FIND US ON:Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss the first half of season 2. Join us as we sing this season's praises and go on a few very long winded tangents. And we also decide to acknowledge our three year anniversary (six months late but who’s really counting!) TIMESTAMPS:00:00 introduction and ohhhh we missed our three year anniversary lol4:15 top 3 episodes! 15:09: the black disposable girlfriend trope rears its ugly head 28:50: favorite character arcs (lol)38:37: which Star Trek captain does Elizabeth resemble (another rant)41:57: polls, general thoughts, and goodbyes!FIND US ON:Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss 3x11, The Return Part 2. Join us as we laugh at Jack and Woolsey's buddy cop antics, celebrate the team's badassery, and lament the writers' fear of (writing) the Ancients.Timestamps:1:32 initial thoughts5:32 why woolsey is fun in this episode10:22 we love action!14:52 banter19:16 Elizabeth/Ronon24:50 Replicators and Ancients39:55 Rodney is from Ontario, OKAY?45:55 RDA being a champ49:02 Bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner and ratingsFic Rec Corner:Truth Be Told by avocadomoonsuffer me not to be separated by auburnA House Is Not A Home by 20thcenturyvoleFind us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcastor send us an email [email protected] Socials:Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Sam, Tor, and Ash) discuss the episode 3x10 The Return Part 1. Join us as we talk about the top notch team interactions and emotions, wonder once again what the deal with the Ancients is, and much more. Timestamps:00:00 this episode is PACKED08:39 there is so much Elizabeth to talk about!14:02 The Ancients Rant Pt. 121:20 more Elizabeth & her scenes with the team 35:25 Ronon and Teyla, the Athosians (or lack thereof) and Teyla's faith46:19 Teyla and Ronon should have gotten to visit Earth51:49 Rodney 55:57 we love carson?58:32 John what were you on??01:00:41 this episode has PEAK McShep dynamic01:03:20 The Anc ients Rant Pt. 201:14:19 random lil notes01:17:42 Bechdel test, behind the scenes and fic rec corner 01:31:42 ratings and good byes!Fic Rec Corner:bang by rageprufrock: https://archiveofourown.org/works/252880Kill Caution, Stay Over by portlandwithyou: https://archiveofourown.org/works/45053653suffer me not to be separarted by auburn: https://archiveofourown.org/works/5799676Find us on:Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Ash, Tor, and Sam) discuss the episode 3x09, Phantoms. Join us as we praise the stunning cinematography and lighting, dissect each character's storyline, and laugh at THE iconic team scene!00:00: welcome!4:00: okayyy cinematography 7:30: wraith tech ahhhh! so cool! 11:49: we’re (genuinely) happy with carson's story this ep17:55: rodney’s a silly guy 23:52: teyla Finally gets something to do🫶🏽31:16: the emo boy john backstory we’ve been waiting for42:39: ronon is always being tortured omg 46:23: quick little team scene discussion <33349:42: back to ronon suffering! 52:51: elizabeth come home the kids miss you57:57: some random little observations & our drunk atlantis headcanons1:06:07: bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, ratings, and goodbyeFIC REC CORNER:Sheppard's Law by SperanzaJust another war story by Domenika MarzioneThe Law of Holes by esteefeeFIND US ON:Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) discuss 3x08, "McKay and Mrs. Miller". Join us as we gush over the Hewlett's crazy sibling chemistry, ponder over the alternate universe versions of our heroes, and hate on Rod.TIMESTAMPS:2:08 First impressions9:42 Rod 22:27 Jeannie and Rodney50:15 Does Rodney get forgiven too easily?51:50 John and flirting (?)1:02:00 Missing Elizabeth hours1:03:20 RIP Hermiod1:05:07 Bechdel test, BTS1:17:19 Fic Recs and polls1:27:38 Ratings and goodbyesFIC REC CORNER:Thicker Than Water by juladKaleb Miller and the Green Knight by MarthaFIND US ON:Twitter: @jumpingpudpodTumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.comInstagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an email at [email protected] socialsAsh: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargateloverSam: @TAEGILUV, instagram.com/taeglluvTor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this character bonusode the team (Sam, Tor, and Ash) are joined by special guest Ty to discuss SG-1's Vala Mal Doran. Join us as we take a deep dive into her character and her team and family relations! Timestamps: 00:00 hello and welcome! 02:17 Vala's introduction into the show and Prometheus Unbound 07:46 Vala's change from s8 to s10 15:50 Vala's relationships with the team 31:12 general s9-10 and Vala appreciation 39:17 Vala's family relations 56:54 team daniel vs team cam vs throuple 01:07:49 our top 3 episodes 01:12:47 fic rec corner! Fic Rec Corner: ⁠Break the Lock⁠ by ⁠UnabashedBird⁠ pirates and thieves by auburn (links will follow soon) ⁠Unexpected ⁠by ⁠enigmaticblue⁠ ⁠The SGC Guide To Intergalactic Hookups: An Etiquette Manual⁠ by ⁠bomberqueen17⁠ Find Us On: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal Socials:  Ty: @lesbian_daniel Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv  Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam & Tor) discuss 3x07, Common Ground. Join us as we crown John and Todd the new it couple of Atlantis, side eye the Genii, and applaud the team's valiant rescue attempts. Timestamps: 0:55 Genii 13:50 Todd & John/Todd 37:20 Ronon (& Elizabeth) 44:45 Teyla and Rodney 46:55 Elizabeth and Rodney 48:05 Rodney vs Mouse 51:45 Teyla & Elizabeth 1:08:20 John 1:30:00 John/Elizabeth vs John/Teyla 1:35:00 Teylabeth 1;36:25 Bechdel test 1:37:00 BTS 1:43:25 Fic Rec Corner 1:49:25 Rating Fic Rec Corner: ⁠Iratus Issues⁠ by ⁠Mavet⁠ ⁠Five things John has learned about the Wraith (that he’s not sharing)⁠ by ⁠Shaded Mazoku (Ashkaztra)⁠ ⁠Young as Your Hope⁠ by ⁠esteefee⁠ ⁠Down to the Bones⁠ by ⁠Leah (Taste_is_Sweet)⁠ Find Us On: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal Socials:  Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv  Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Sam, Tor, and Ash) bring to you a special bonusode, in which we discuss the movie that started it all: Stargate (1994). Join us as we discuss the characters, the movies connections to SG-1, and uncover behind the scenes material! TIMESTAMPS: stargate 1994 bonusode 00:00 hello and welcome to this special bonusode! 01:51 our personal histories with the movie 06:54 overall impressions 11:51 James Spader's thoughts on the movie 14:47 Daniel discussion 17:16 Jack O'Neil (with one L!) 24:58 The unfortunate fate of Sha'uri (and Sha're, for that matter) vs. Skaara 37:32 Mr Cunty aka Ra 43:32 the demystification of the goa'uld in SG-1 51:47 Is Atlantis: Lost Empire a better movie? (Sam says yes) 55:17 Would we want a reboot of the movie? 01:09:23 creature facts with Tor 01:13:33 last thoughts and good byes! FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team discuss the episode 3x5, The Real World. Join the team (Sam, Tor, & Ash) as we gush over another Elizabeth episode, talk about the insidious ways of the replicators and speculate about Jack and Elizabeth's relationship. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 hello and welcome and first impressions 4:28 before i sleep vs. the real world 13:12 the fucked up mind games of the replicators 17:25 Jack and Elizabeth 29:02 we learn so! much! about Elizabeth, her family, and her past! 48:56 did they reveal the deal of the episode too soon? 53:51 John's role in Elizabeth's dream 57:14 the team and elizabeth (or lack thereof) 01:14:13 we just looove how Elizabeth fought in this episode 01:19:42 Bechdel test, bonus material, fic rec corner and polls! 01:35:50 episode ratings and good byes! FIC REC CORNER: Take Me Home by stargatelover https://archiveofourown.org/works/51176644 Colorado Springs Vacation Guide by tigerpen https://archiveofourown.org/works/1114175/chapters/2243596 SHOWNOTES: Gateworld interview with Torri Higginson: https://www.gateworld.net/news/2006/08/the-real-weir/ FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this (very special 50th) episode, the team (Ash, Tor, and Sam) discuss the episode 3x05, Progeny. Join us as we deliberate over the reappearance of the replicators, go on another infamous ancient rant, and declare our everlasting love for these characters! 00:00 introduction! 1:25: do we like this episode or hate it? (yes) 7:40: oh no we have Questions  12:55: the ancients can’t stop ruining things 19:30: our complicated thoughts on the replicators 30:39: yay for setting up the star drive !! 32:07: teyla were you silent or SILENCED 38:39: brainstorm session  41:27: bitchy john our beloved 47:37: ronon hive we are eating soo good this ep 51:28 the team moments mean the world to us <3 55:51: random little elizabeth moments we loved! 59:24 shenanigans galore (thank u mcshep) 1:04:39: we just love these characters sm 1:07:24: bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, ratings & goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER Cardiogenesis (The Heart of the Matter) by kisahawklin: https://archiveofourown.org/works/257216#main Blind Justice by Sholio: https://archiveofourown.org/works/23918896 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Tor, Sam, and Ash) discuss the episode 3x04, Sateda. Join us as we talk about more Wraith lore and explain why this is probably one of The best Stargate Atlantis episodes ever. TIMESTAMPS Sateda Timestamps 00:00 Welcome! 01:52 another great opening scene! 03:57 Rodney is once again the butt of the joke (pun intended) but it works out in this episode! 07:38 verdict concerning the new uniforms: hot. 10:42 everyone on Atlantis has Ronon's back <3 31:08 the horror element in the wraith is back and it's fantastic 42:24 the aesthetic of Sateda and Ronon and Maleena parallels 55:09 why John and Teyla's scene is one of the best scenes everrrr 01:05:49 Jason's influence on Satedan culture and Ronon&Rodney's unspoken bond 01:18:21 Bechdel test, behind the scenes (featuring an expansion of the jpp canon regarding the Wraith), and Fic Rec Corner 01:34:17 Ratings & goodbyes FIC REC CORNER Belonging by LtLJ (https://archiveofourown.org/works/7442) FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] 
 Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com


In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) reluctantly discuss 3x03, Irresistible. Join us as we try not to cringe at every interaction, laugh at the occasional good scene, and debate the sudden appearance of the gate bridge! 

 00:00: introduction 1:13: worst episode of atlantis so far 13:00: let john punch people! 18:28: quick yaoi break 21:44: the ronon of it all 25:37: gate travel between galaxies is a thing wow 31:32: the good and the bad of teyla & rodney’s friendship 34:09: vanessa james in atlantis! 36:36: fine yes this ep is comedy gold 38:25 is this technically a carson ep 40:52: star trek did it better (yeah we said it) 44:58: the girls deserve better 56:00: the bechdel test, behind the scenes (another rant) fic rec corner, and ratings lol. 
 
 FIC REC CORNER: Canada Likes It On Top by busaikko: https://archiveofourown.org/works/218517 
 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] 
 Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com
 
 


We are back with our regular episodes! Join the team (Sam, Tor & Ash) as we discuss the episode "Misbegotten" and talk about the absolute terrifying choices the Atlantis team makes here, dewraithified humans, beautiful team moments, and more! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Hello and welcome! 01:59 What a mess... 03:31 we still feel bad for Michael 11:12 what was the intention of the writers when they wrote this episode? 14:42 atlantis' feelings about the wraith humans 20:27 why does rodney have to press the button o.0 23:56 carson's position in all this 26:44 elizabeth please get involved. 37:59 how much of a threat are the wraith actually at this point? 42:50 despite everything, we looove the team and character moments <3 53:30 despite everything we love elizabeth and so does everyone on atlantis 57:45 teylabeth crumbs!!! + Teyla appreciation <3 58:56 wow john, wow... 01:06:05 more small (and big!!!) character moments <3 01:12:10 shout out to our man Hermiod 01:19:59 Bechdel test, behind the scenes and fic recs! 01:29:47 what if the atlantis team went to comic con? 01:33:35 final thoughts FIC REC CORNER: The Bridge is Love by Mira: https://archiveofourown.org/works/161905 Basingstoke Con SGA Write Club 2024: https://archiveofourown.org/collections/Basingstoke_Con_SGA_Write_Club_2024 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

Join us for another bonusode as the team (Sam, & Tor) ask the amazing Ash all about her Stargate experience at Basingstoke Comic Con 2024! LINKS David Blue & cast at Stonehenge: https://www.tiktok.com/@4davidblue/video/7367370853383818539?_t=8mFmjpFyXuR&_r=1 Basingstoke Comic Con 2024 Stargate Atlantis Panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWkhzcaMtQ0&ab_channel=SheDigsitUK Teylabeth Fanart by kira-nerys-rocks on Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/kira-nerys-rocks/675019831902420992 Teylabeth Fanart by kira-nerys-rocks on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/justanotherfangirl/ FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, & Tor), discuss the second half of season 2. Join us as we give our unfiltered opinions, highlight some of our favorite things about the season, and answer some comments and questions you’ve asked us!  TIMESTAMPS: 00:00: introduction (and disclaimer lol) 2:23: favorite episodes! 7:43: quick little intermission to discuss michael lol 9:56: ok back to our favorite episodes! 20:07: favorite character arc??? 27:40: overall thoughts on this season lol 31:45: we try really hard to praise this season 35:13: bechdal test  38:14: answering feedback & goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER: Red Sands by kristen999: https://archiveofourown.org/works/5716741/chapters/13171015 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) discuss the Season 3 opener, 3x01 "No Man’s Land." Join us as we gush over Elizabeth, laugh at John's Sheppardisms, and crown Rodney/Ronon the greatest Stargate yaoi of all time. TIMESTAMPS: 2:50 Now this is a premiere! 10:40 Elizabeth is the coolest 40:18 John/Michael 54:00 John’s infamous one liners 55:33 Ronon/Rodney our new favourite slash pairing?? 1:04:00 The Boys as a trio 1:07:00 John’s flashback 1:10:40 Zelenka 1:12:06 Goodbye orion 1:15:36 Wait… this is a 3 part finale? 1:18:16 RIP wraith queen 1:20:58 Rodney uses limewire for nefarious purposes 1:22:00 Bechdel test 1:22:13 Behind the scenes 1:28:48 Fic rec corner 1:33:13 Ratings and goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER: Lorne: Season Three by Domenika Marzione Three Hundred and Sixty-Four by sardonicsmiley FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Tor, Sam and Ash) discuss the season 2 finale "Allies." Join us as we laugh over Hermiod's total unbotheredness, fangirl over Radek, talk about confirmed monsterfucker John Sheppard, and much more. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 welcome to the jumping puddles podcast! 01:53 how do we feel about this finale? spoiler alert: not too thrilled 07:31 Teylabeth crumb! 08:46 oh hey the Athosians still exist! 10:34 so this plan... at least they are being idiots about it as a team 12:19 ronon's on-boardness with the plan 17:13 teyla's (missing) involvement in the decisions of this ep 26:23we have issues with carson's involvement in all this 29:47 the team is really not shining this episode, including carson42:34 we heart zelenka! 46:42 wraith talk! 54:28 Elizabeth's and John's brief views on the situation 01:01:59 Rodney & Hermiod: sass level 3000 01:09:17 we are becoming ronon/rodney shippers <3 01:11:30 Ronon/Elizabeth crumbs! 01:12:43 Teyla and Michael 01:14:12 what if the daedalus was destroyed at the end of the episode 01:21:32 CGI appreciation <3 01:22:43 the team's in time out now 01:26:54 Bechdel test & behind the scenes 01:32:50 fic rec corner & polls* 01:37:01 Ratings and good byes! *the poll was: How do you feel about Michael? FIC REC CORNER: Kept By Ourselves In Silence And Apart by The SPike (thespie21) https://archiveofourown.org/works/20418089 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode, the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) discuss 2x19, Inferno. Join us as we praise the cast's chemistry, debate the Daedalus as a Deus Ex Machina, and make fun of the Ancient's architectural choices. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome! 1:30 Is it a strange penultimate episode? 8:30 Elizabeth 22:35 Teyla & Ronon 35:20 John & Rodney 57:18 Why are the Ancients like this? 1:06:37 Does this episode qualify as Daedalus Ex Machina 1:13:22 Hermiod cameo! 1:14:42 Chuck & Zelenka 1:19:30 Bechdel Test 1:20:00 Behind the Scenes 1:27:00 Fic Rec Corner 1:31:38 Ratings and Goodbyes FIC REC CORNER: The Miracle Worker by Hth https://archiveofourown.org/works/469069 The Pure Sec of It by chellefic https://archiveofourown.org/works/325236 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com, preacherboyd.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Sam, Tor and Ash) discuss 2x18 "Michael." Join us as we giggle over random moments, debate the team's questionable morals, and analyze the strange (but compelling) dynamic between teyla and michael! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 welcome! 1:46 the team are WAR CRIMINALS (why though) 5:28 we debate some good ol’ morals 18:25 the psychological torture of michael 22:02 atlantis season six novels discussion!
24:09 rodney Thoughts 29:02 different perspectives oooo 35:38 carson’s part in this mess 38:37 what was the plan guys (+ very long john debate) 49:48 why was ronon even here lol 50:59 teyla & michael’s relationship mwuahah 1:04:47 HOW IS THE TEAM SO BAD AT THIS (aka michael’s villain origin story) 1:11:17 silly funny details to lighten the mood lol 1:20:07 bechdal test, behind the scenes, random rant about stargate origins, fan fiction rec, and goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER: The Language of Hard Nouns by Siria https://archiveofourown.org/works/8533 People Are People (Except When They're Wraith) by eleveninches https://archiveofourown.org/works/26307 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam & Tor) discuss 2x17, "Coup D'Etat." Tune in as we talk about this episode's (suprisingly!) well balanced A and B plots, Ronon's comedic timing, and lament the Zelenka backstory we were supposed to get in this episode and then never got. Ever. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 05:00 Overall Impressions 04:18 Elizabeth Appreciation Hour 14:10 The team is ZPM-whipped 20:18 Rodney is the team's security blanket ("why is he going on combat missions???" "'cause we LOVE him.") 22:20 Teyla and Ronon B plot 29:50 Lorne! 41:11 Rank John's nemeses 01:19:28 Bechdel test 01:20:35 Behind the scenes 01:27:55 Fic Recs 01:29:25 Grace Under Pressure Poll 01:31:15 Episode Rating FIC REC CORNER: Five Devices They Really Shouldn't Have Initialized by Domenika Marzione FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Sam, Tor and Ash) discuss 2x16 "The Long Goodbye." Tune in as we talk about John being allergic to feelings, Torri's award deserving acting, and the many different ways this episode could have been made (better). TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Hello and welcome 01:47 everyone's initial thoughts on the episode 03:51 we love the cold opening and discuss TV in the stargate universe (earth is just weird) 08:07 we never got the whole team going to Earth :( so we make up a quick thing ourselves to compensate 10:30 Caldwell is back! with continuity! 16:22 the imprinting scenes and John's allergicness to feelings 23:17 the John/Elizabeth dynamic that this episode creates 28:56 what exactly is Phoebus' and Thalan's deal? and is this episode too serious? The what ifs of it all 36:59 Rodney shooting at John: funny or not? we have mixed feelings 42:11 Torri's acting in this ep is everything, actually. Sad that it wasn't as Elizabeth, tho. 54:50 why do the men (in particular john) get all the emotional impactful scenes? and why are they setting up this weird love triangle (love corner?) between elizabeth-john-teyla? 01:01:43 When was the last time Teyla and Elizabeth interacted? Spoiler alert: it's been a while 01:03:15 how we would have incorporated John's and Elizabeth's perspective into the episode 01:10:53 we're not happy with Caldwell is treating everyone here 01:15:40 we're team rodney but also could rodney handle command of Atlantis & all the ways SGA could have handled command of Atlantis if Elizabeth had to go the way she did 01:29:12 Teylabeth crumbs! 01:33:09 let's talk about the continuously terrible treatment of Teyla's character (and women in general) 01:52:12 Hey Lorne! Hey Carson! 01:54:28 Poor Ronon :( he's way too trusting 01:56:22 Bechdel Test and Behind the scenes 02:06:30 Fic corner! 02:12:01 Ratings and good byes! FIC REC CORNER Roadside Attractions by auburn: https://archiveofourown.org/works/71583 844,739 Ways to Eat a Hamburger by Minervacat: http://minervacat.stormwerks.net/gates/sga/hamburger.html The Difference Engine by copperbadge: https://archiveofourown.org/works/568453/chapters/1017585 SHOW NOTES Miller's Crossing Deleted Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ETU2OF0aGg SGU Cast interview (the part Sam talked about is in Part 3): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40mFr6JB3qZnOmXsJtkr1Jn4wG7-_CvU&feature=shared FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss 2x15 "The Tower." Join us as we lose our minds trying to make sense of the strange character decisions, our dislike of the set design, and the shocking lack of lore! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 introduction! 1:47 how do we feel about this episode? (spoiler alert we hate it) 5:22 the shows principles are on full display here (ew) 12:24 mischaracterization? Bad writing? Both! 24:30 so john sucks (but at least he’s pretty <3) 33:07 nice directing! the set design on the other hand … 37:13 s2 is definitely the weakest  43:44 more ranting about the terrible story (sorry) 49:04 tavis was fun though! 52:28 elizabeth? where are you ?? 55:02 some little things we liked 59:40 why we feel so disconnected from carson 1:08:26 bechdal test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, ratings, and goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER: Hamlet Never Saw This Coming by Domenika Marzione (domarzione) https://archiveofourown.org/works/372724 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss 2x14 &quot;Grace Under Pressure.&quot; Join us as we lament early 00s misogyny, gush over Hewlett and miss Teyla and Ronon. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Overall Impressions 04:01 Early 00s misogyny 17:25 The parts of Rodney hallucination!Sam represented 21:40 Rodney and Zelenka BFFs 35:00 Elizabeth and Sheppard: insane cop, insaner cop? 46:00 Sheppard&#39;s &quot;secret&quot; nerdiness 52:20 People sacrificing themselves for Rodney and how that effects him 01:04:36 Gushing over David Hewlett 01:07:29 Gushing over Rodney&#39;s whale 01:15:39 Atlantis is a polyglot city! 01:19:38 Bechdel test 01:20:30 Behind the scenes 01:27:41 Fic Recs 01:31:15 Epiphany Poll 01:31:54 Episode Rating FIC REC CORNER: Very, Very Improbable by laceymcbain https://archiveofourown.org/works/176406 Light Through Water by goldleaf1066 https://archiveofourown.org/works/33090982 We have lingered by trinityofone https://archiveofourown.org/works/33891055 A rational universe by xparrot https://archiveofourown.org/works/214456 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

In this episode the team (Sam, Tor and Ash) talk about "Critical Mass." Join us as we talk about how Kavanagh is the perfect internal antagonist, discuss Goa'uld in Atlantis, and praise Teyla's story (even if it is only for one episode). TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Ash's Atlantis School AU 05:06 somehow we ended up talking about SGU 08:21 Back to the Atlantis School AU 09:30 We love the tie ins into the established world building and of course: McShep 11:40 ok, who invited the Goa'uld? aka: our big Goa'uld discussion 28:07 The moral of the story (?) 36:34 Kavanagh is the perfect incel and he is wrong for blaming Elizabeth for his misery 42:45 Elizabeth is not a bad leader part 34798 46:12 What did Kavanagh's send in his encrypted messages?? 50:23 We are Novak and Hermiod stans! And we love Dr. Lee. Just the cast of this ep 54:03 We don't have a lot of feelings about Cadman *shrug* 01:01:06 Where is our Atlantis talent show/musical episode? 01:03:29 Teyla?? gets a story?? and they remember the Athosians?? 01:18:11 Quick little Elizabeth praise 01:19:18 Carson and Ronon were... there 01:22:15 Bechdel test, behind the scenes and fic corner! 01:32:26 Ratings and ending comments! FIC REC CORNER: "electric" by dedkake: https://archiveofourown.org/works/44468857 "Judas Doesn't Answer" by auburn: https://archiveofourown.org/works/5660182 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss "Epiphany". Join us in this john centric episode as we psychoanalyze our favorite flyboy, debate the structure of this season, and fawn over all of the (rare) team emotional moments! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 introduction! 01:21 do we even like this episode lol 3:26 and the john sheppard therapy session begins! 20:33 the s2 structure is ... (a rant) 29:42 the ending is kinda weird right? 35:50 the chosen one gimmick  41:56 john sheppard or jesus christ  46:00 everything & anything about the ancients  54:46 we finally talk about other characters besides john ahah 59:37 shoutout to the rodney (and mcshep) moments! 1:06:23 cadman mention helloooo 1:07:17 carson praise omg 1:08:15 that iconic team shot :’) 1:08:41 oh do we have elizabeth Thoughts 1:11:21 new john sheppard lore fropped 1:12:18 ronon never stop taking out ur sword <3 1:12:46 we are all john sheppard beard lovers 1:13:51 behind the scenes, fic rec corner, and our goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER Inukshuk by murron: https://archiveofourown.org/works/28113/chapters/36956 Visiting hours https://web.archive.org/web/20090324024653/http://www.improvidence.net/visiting_hours.html Games of Chance by xparrot: https://archiveofourown.org/works/212798 FIND US ON:  Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal socials: Ash: stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, & Tor), discuss the first half of season 2. Join us as we talk about our favourite episodes and favourite character arcs of the season thus far. We also answer some comments and questions you've asked us! Jumping Puddle Fic Recs (so far) TIMESTAMPS: 00:48 Season 2 impressions (so far)  11:50 Top 3 episodes 23:30 Favorite Character arc(s) 29:22 Fan comments and fan mail!   38:06 Stargate alien fuckability scale FIND US ON:  Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal socials:  Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover  Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv  Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor and) discusses "The Lost Hive". Join us as we mourn the current television landscape, praise how underrated this episode is, and say sayonara to one of the og members of the team! (is he really dead tho? we're gonna pretend he isn't)! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 introduction! 1:50 oh how television has changed 6:20 we debate the wraith set (again lol)  13:13 quick intermission to discuss how hot the wraith queen is lol 14:38 one of the best scenes in the franchise!! 18:07 teyla actually gets to contribute YAY 20:29 deep dive into the multifaceted character of ronon! 29:09 john & ford’s relationship finally feels natural (and we’re sad)  39:10 the lack of closure for ford🥴 44:39 rodney & ford crumbs !!!! 52:05 elizabeth gets to be a character whatttt 57:13 we (surprisingly) love carson this ep 59:32 carson & rodney ARE bffs 🥹 1:04:45 rodney mvp of this ep !!!!! 1:14:03 john is an insane man (who we love dearly)  1:20:13 wraith worshippers are a v cool concept omg 1:27:58 there’s so many great moments in the last scene <3333 1:29:45 quick little john horny intermission  1:31:50 caldwell was just here  1:33:12 the visuals were insane !!!!! 1:34:32 goodbyes  FIC REC CORNER In This Era of Liberty by chandri: https://archiveofourown.org/works/48469 FIND US ON:  Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week the team (Sam, Tor and Ash) discusses "The Lost Boys". Join us as we talk at length about Ford's character, get frustrated about the inability of Stargate to write women in power, fantastic team moments, and much more! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro and Welcome 01:32 this midseason two parter is often forgotten :/ 02:59 is Ford more "stable" since we last saw him? 07:51 the dinner scene is a masterpiece in itself 10:37 we are Rodney&Ford stans 15:45 does the episode's emphasis on John and Ford's bond make sense considering the relationship Ford and Rodney had? 22:21 Ford's ending sucks. Sam has better ideas! 30:11 Does Ford really want to go home or is he playing the team? 41:55 Rodney has a point: why do they never go to a beach planet? 45:21 They are called Atlantis Reconnaissance 1 but maybe they should sometimes stay on the base... 47:32 Lorne and Elizabeth in this ep >>> 52:02 somehow John is now the team dad? 01:01:09 the gay under- and overtones of this ep 01:03:49 Ronon has some fantastic scenes in this ep 01:08:38 we have a lot to say about Teyla in this episode... or the lack of her in it :/ 01:28:40 to quote Tor: "Ronon is just the coolest guy" (more Ronon love) 01:33:12 McShep's old-married-couplieness + the team dynamic 01:36:23 we were so wrong about the wraith tattoos but we do love the wraith queen <3 01:39:42 Bechdel test and behind the scenes, with a special segment about our pal, our buddy, our wraith commander: James Lafazanos 01:56:39 no fic rec corner this time but we'll double it next week! Polls, final thoughts and good byes! FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discuss 2x09, Aurora. Join us as we gush over all of the team & character moments, scrutinize the ancients interior design choices, and debate the lore behind wraith tattoos! (unfortunately some audio files were corrupted so please bear with us through these technical difficulties). TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 introduction 2:53 our ronon & elizabeth shipping googles are on 11:17 ronon & teyla are (fun) background characters (again) 16:36 singing the praises of this ep 24:56 the set design & costumes are ... interesting 29:46 can the ancients pick an aesthetic lol 37:57 continuity ?? in our stargate ?? 44:36 we Just realized wraith have tattoos lol 51:10 team moments we LOVE YOUUU 57:15 the brilliance of the last shot of the ep 59:15 maybe this SHOULD'VE been the last time we saw living ancients 1:04:33 daedalus to the rescue (sus) 1:06:50 why didn't they fly in the city after s4🤨 1:09:30 the finale of sea doesn't exist ooo🧙🏼‍♀️vegas is actually the final ep ooo🧙🏼‍♀️ 1:11:34 funny transitions & mcshep banter SUPREMACY 1:14:01 in case you've forgotten, john is a terrifying man 1:17:30 bechdel test, behind the scenes, fic rec corner, poll, and goodbyes! FIC REC CORNER Time in a Bottle by astolat: https://archiveofourown.org/works/330109 The Modern Man's Hustle by eleveninches: https://archiveofourown.org/works/26309 Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) discuss 2x08, Conversion. Join us as we psychoanalyze Sheppard to death for half of our runtime and praise this episodes horror elements and team building tidbits for the other half. FIC RECS: Sequelae by The Spike: https://archiveofourown.org/works/20424143/chapters/48451772 Keepsakes by Taste_is_sweet: https://archiveofourown.org/works/623234 Dreaming I’m Alive by Cesare: https://archiveofourown.org/works/2857136 TIMESTAMPS: 3:20 Atlantis leans into the horror genre  5:50 Way to go, makeup artists!  7:05 Elizabeth’s terrible bedside manner 12:35 Elizabeth vs. Caldwell  17:15 Imagine if the military leader of atlantis was actually a MILITARY leader  20:05 Elizabeth’s snappy comebacks  26:10 Elizabeth leadership skills vs johns leadership skills  27:15 John loves codeine and hates feelings 39:45 Team as found family  53:00 Ford name drop 56:00 Teyla and John 1:14:00 Elizabeth/Sheppard vs. Teyla/Sheppard 1:24:30 Rodney and John 1:31:15 Elizabeth’s strength of character 1:32:05 Smash or pass: bug!john edition  FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) discusses 2x07, Instinct. Join us as we revel in all the new wraith lore, debate John Sheppard's infamous loosey goosey moral code, and squeal over the small character moments! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction (and the worst dun dun dun ever lol) 1:40 Is this episode That bad? 8:51 World building praise/issues 12:55 Did the father & daughter relationship work? 21:21 ALL OF THE WRAITH STUFF 26:44 We genuinely don’t remember anything about this episode lol 28:10 How much of elia was left by the end?  30:30 We don’t remember the plot pt 2  32:06 What even is john sheppard’s thought process 40:09 Wraith retrovirus moral discussion🗣️ 53:07 Little bit of a buffy geek out eheh 55:37 Fun team dynamics !!!! 1:04:23 Rodney & teyla friendship crumbs FINALLY 1:07:06 Lovin’ teyla hours

This week, the team (Ash, Sam and Tor) discuss 2x06, Trinity. Join us as we suffer extreme secondhand embarrassment because of Sheppard, savour Teyla and Ronon's B plot, and study the "Lemon Chicken" fandom phenomenon this iconic episode of television singlehandedly spawned. FIC RECS: IIBNF's Lemon Chicken Rec list (aka the funniest, most iconic, groundbreaking, etc, rec list of all time) https://iibnf.livejournal.com/1328223.html A Sonnet for Robert Oppenheimer by Gaia https://gaiaanarchy.livejournal.com/14294.html#cutid1 (Yes, you read that link correctly. This fic is only available on livejournal. Pretend it's 2005 all over again.) TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 02:54 Jumper shenanigans 08:41 Sheppard causing us secondhand embarrassment right of the bat 15:22 Rodney using Sheppard as a go-between 18:16 Is Rodney aware of his powers over John? 33:25 Elizabeth & Rodney & John triumvirate dynamics 39:58 Rodney's hubris 43:52 The entire team is emotionally compromised when it comes to each other 55:05 Why is John so angry with Rodney at the end of the episode? 1:05:23 Rodney's apology tour 1:10:02 Rodney and Zelenka 1:17:43 Teyla being a leader of the Athosians 1:20:40 Teyla and Ronon 1:29:24 Ronon is a sensitive guy, okay?? 1:32:59 Maybe the Sateda reveal happened too early 1:37:50 Teyla and Ronon's connection 1:44:30 Bechdel-Wallace test and behind the scenes 1:49:09 Fic Corner and Lemon Chicken discussion 1:56:30 Final comments and goodbyes FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week the team (Tor, Sam and Ash) discusses "Condemned"! Join us as we talk about the bad story and good team moments, how Eldon is being adopted into the Jumping Puddles Canon, Wraith Culture and more! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:31 The story kinda sucks :/ 03:40 Wraith culture! 12:32 This episode is just not it 14:06 Eldon is chilling in the basement with Sora now 22:14 Ronon & Teyla appreciation 26:21 the smooth (or not so smooth) transition of Ronon being part of the team 40:27 Rodney and McShep Moments! 50:24 Rodney & Ronon appreciation 55:44 Elizabeth's peak badass moments 58:24 Sorry Marin, Atlantis only adopts misfits and not people who have their life together :/ 1:02:19 Atlantis crimes against humanity continue & the corruption of Elizabeth 1:06:22 underappreciated dynamic: Lorne & Elizabeth 1:07:39 We just love the team dynamics and all the little moments in this ep 1:14:09 All of us need to go to horny jail 1:18:47 Bechdel-Wallace test and behind the scenes 1:26:17 Fic Corner! 1:29:20 Final comments and good byes! FIC CORNER: "Catalysis" by Chandri: https://archiveofourown.org/works/9921 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr:  jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram:  instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Tor, and Sam) comes to you with a very special (and passionate) bonusode where we talk about season one of House of the Dragon! Join us as we discuss our team alliances, debate certain writing choices, and coo over the beautiful dragons. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - introductions &amp; our history with the game of thrones franchise 12:33 - our problems with older rhaenyra 29:24 - everyone is a war criminal 31:06 - the predestined argument is stupid 32:32 - public perception of the teams 34:59 - alicent deep dive 40:15 - the eye for an eye debacle 42:48 - viserys we hate you 45:28 - why does the game of thrones franchise hate women so much 49:13 - daemon slander 56:55 - is the show going too fast ? (yes) 1:06:54 - aegon 🤨 1:15:35 - we LOVE dragons !!!!!! 1:24:40 - ash is normal about aemond, tor likes aemond, and sam is an aemond simp 1:29:59 - we criticize alicent bc we know she&#39;s not perfect ok 1:36:11 - fic recommendation &amp; goodbyes! FIC REC: why are you shaking (we are a dynasty) by WhiteHeart (rhaenyra is a good big sister) https://archiveofourown.org/works/42342654/chapters/106328100 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr:  jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram:  instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Tor, and Sam) discusses 2x04, Duet. Join us as we despair over double standards, delight in Sheppard's new mancrush, and daydream about Zelenka in this whammy of an episode. FIC RECS: When the Subject is a Fraction by Punk https://archiveofourown.org/works/5453 #435, The Atlantis Local Stitch'n'Bitch by rageprufrock https://archiveofourown.org/works/252877 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr:  jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram:  instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at  [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com,  instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor:  @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Tor, and Sam) talk about the season 2 episode "Runner". Join us as we make changes to Ford's exit, gush over THE domestic husbands of Atlantis (Lorne and Parrish), and critique Ronon's lackluster introduction!  TIMESTAMPS 00:00  Introduction 03:31 Ford’s lack of a character arc & weird goodbye  14:50 Ford’s inclusion in our jp canon going forward + headcanons  18:35 Ford’s sweet personality & the decline of his mental health  24:00 Rodney & Ford are bffs ok  33:28 What is with the weird nerd x jock dynamics 🤨 (writers pls go to therapy)  36:22 Quick sidenote about universe aka we can’t help ourselves lol  40:56 Lorne & Parrish aka domestic husbands  47:14 Yay Rodney lovin’ hours  51:23 Rodney critique😔  01:00:30 Ronon is finally here !! and we hate those flashbacks  01:06:09 Where tf is teyla this ep  01:15:17 Rodney & Ronon are already hilarious  01:16:25 Ronon & Ford knife fight !!!!!!  01:18:38 Praising Ronon & Jason <3  01:26:45 John Sheppard defenders unite  01:31:41 Caldwell is a b!tch ... that we love  01:33:01 awww atlantis standard time  01:35:35 Bechdel test, fic corner, behind the scenes, and goodbyes!  FIC RECS: (exploration of ford & rodney’s friendship) rosencrantz and guildenstern "wintertime" - https://web.archive.org/web/20060628163620/http://wraithbait.com/viewstory.php?sid=6541 (ronon learns about canada and bonds with chuck) - My Home And Native Land by copperbadge: https://archiveofourown.org/works/622241/chapters/1123145 FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week the team (Tor, Sam and Ash) talk about the season 2 episode "The Intruder". Join us for a wild ride of us ruining (improving) more characters, appreciating the Leadership Trio, making up scenarios of Hermiod's interaction with the Atlantis personnel and more! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro  02:40 John's promotion  03:56 Elizabeth's extremely strong start into season 2  06:32 Elizabeth & Caldwell dynamics + some affectionate Caldwell slander  15:12 Retraumatizing Rodney 18:57 Ash's crossover ships  19:57 The return of Simon (analysis of the Elizbaeth&Simon relationship)  28:28 Teylabeth appreciation  33:01 Elizabeth&Simon (again)  37:26 Teylabeth (again)  39:36 Praise for the first scene of the episode (Elizabeth & John)  44:05 Rodney's cat would be a bitch and/or would be a therapy cat  49:28 Wraith are still scary  52:40 Rodney saves the day!  55:04 Rodney&Elizabeth and Leadership Trio loving times!  59:52 Ford haunts the narrative through John 01:05:36 That damn Deus Ex Daedalus (Sam finally gets to rant about the Daedalus coming in too early)  01:14:56 What if Hermiod became a permanent member of the Atlantis expedition?  01:20:08 lil bit of SG-1 - SGA - SGU discourse  01:31:18 diving into the treasure trove of McShep content that is this episode  01:40:17 The wonderful attention to detail in this ep  01:41:41 a few additional thoughts on Teylabeth, Rodney&Elizabeth, and John  01:48:16 Bechdel test, behind the scenes and good byes FIC RECS: Teyla tries to court Elizabeth:  "Of Courting Practices (Athosian and Otherwise)" by A_Storm_of_Roses  https://archiveofourown.org/works/41563845 Teyla and Elizabeth attempt cooking an Athosian dish: "Tuttleroot Soup" by stargatelover https://archiveofourown.org/works/41555568 FIND US ON:   Twitter: @jumpingpudpod   Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com   Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast   or send us an e-mail at [email protected]   Personal socials:   Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover   American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv   Australian Sam: @mcsheps_, cammitchell.tumblr.com   Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week the team (Sam, Tor, Ash) comes to you with a special bonusode where we talk about our general thoughts on season 1, our favorite character arc in the latter half of the season as well as our top 3 episodes! The answers might sometimes surprise you! Join us as we read your comments and fan letters and go on one or two tangents about characters who deserved better! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to the jumping puddles podcast  01:39 How did we like season 1 overall?  03:45 Character work in season 1  13:02 Favorite Character arc(s) 25:03 Impromptu discussion about Teyla and her superpowers  31:09 our Top 3 episodes!  44:48 Fan comments and fan mail!   45:13 Instagram comments/messages  52:55 Tumblr asks  01:10:34 Written works inspired by this podcast!  01:15:52 Fanletters  01:29:29 More jumping puddles canon including Ford and Parish  01:37:41 Ending Comments SHOWNOTES: KNscribbles' Kolya fanart: https://www.instagram.com/p/ChpX5ouuBWl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link KNscribbles' meme: https://www.instagram.com/p/CiRYPWODmxU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link portlandwithyou's stormchaser fic: https://archiveofourown.org/works/38993310  FIND US ON:  Twitter: @jumpingpudpod  Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com  Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast  or send us an e-mail at [email protected]  Personal socials:  Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover  American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv  Australian Sam: @mcsheps_, cammitchell.tumblr.com  Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com

This week, the team (Ash, Sam, and Tor) watches the season 2 opener, The Siege Part 3.  Tune in as we discuss Rodney's titties, Ford's transformation, the introduction of the daring Daedalus crew and oh, did we mention Rodney's titties? TIMESTAMPS 01:00 Ford's transformation and his team's reactions 21:20 Sora is STILL in the basement 22:02 The size of the Wraith armada 30:00 Outsmarting the Wraith 39:35 Mr. Rodney's titties 44:17 Teyla and Rodney's dynamic 48:00 Elizabeth and Rodney's dynamic 50:00 Everybody thinking everybody else is dead 56:37 Sheppard and Everett and Sheppard's 1:04:22 Mom and Dad vibes of Elizabeth and Sheppard 1:07:28 Hermiod and Novak stealing the episode 1:12:07 Caldwell's first appearance 01:23:44 Zelenka gets punched and we all get angry 01:28:20 Bechdel test, fun facts and final thoughts FIND US ON: Twitter: @jumpingpudpod Tumblr: jumpingpuddlespodcast.tumblr.com Instagram: instagram.com/jumpingpuddlespodcast or send us an e-mail at [email protected] Personal socials: Ash: @asiiiiiiile, stargatelov3r.tumblr.com, instagram.com/stargatelover American Sam: @TAEGlLUV, instagram.com/taeglluv Australian Sam: @mcsheps_, cammitchell.tumblr.com Tor: @mckaysrodney, rodneymckays.tumblr.com