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This week on Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew welcomes Emmy Award-winning writer and producer Linda Burstyn for a fascinating conversation about her life and career in the entertainment industry. Linda takes us behind the scenes of television writing and producing, sharing stories from her career, the creative process behind bringing stories to the screen, and […] The post Linda Burstyn Interview: Emmy-Winning Writer & Producer on a Life in Television appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we slay the Dragon and recap our experiences at Dragon Con 2026. In Blowing smoke we have interviews with some amazing guests. We talked to Bruce Boxleitner from Tron and Babylon 5 and a lot more, We talked with Claudia Black from SG1 and Farscape promoting her new pod cast Airstreaming with Claudia, […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: 40 Years of Dragon Con. appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim revisits a classic Jack Arnold Monster Movie that not only taught him about an extinct fish, but also provided him with inspiration for a Halloween costume. It’s 1958’s “Monster On The Campus,” starring Arthur Franz, Joanna Moore, Judson Pratt, Nancy Walters, Troy Donahue, Phil Harvey, Helen Westcott, Alexander Lockwood, Ross Elliot, and Whit Bissell. […] The post Monster On The Campus | Episode 533 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 749! After another long weekend among 75,000 other nerds in miserably hot and humid Atlanta, our Dragon Con 2026 review begins now! (Warning: This might be a four-parter. There’s a lot of ridiculousness to cover.) Including: A weird new way to get to the airport! The nightmarish badge pickup line! The Skeptics Guide […] The post Flopcast 749: Dragon Con Review Part 1: Ceremonies, Scissors, and Pants appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Derek Miner and Fred Velez to discuss Micky Dolenz’ new EP, Timeless! Derek and Fred will also give us their reports from the M60 Monkees Convention! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #mickydolenz #timeless #m60convention The post Micky Dolenz Timeless PLUS M60 Convention Report – Monkeeing Around – Episode 104 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Giddy-up! It’s our 100th EnterpriseSplaining episode and to “celebrate” we’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 9 “North Star,” but only Bill has actually watched the episode. This week the Enterprise Crew finds a colony of humans, living a rootin’ tootin’ cowboy lifestyle, right down to the horses, rotgut, and hangings! As they sort […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 100: The Good, The Bad and the Skagly! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Written by Diablo Cody. Directed by Karyn Kusama. Starring Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried. Marketed to the absolute wrong audience and dismissed by critics who never understood what they were watching. Tea & Karen are diving deep into Jennifer’s Body, with our friend BellaRose. The 2009 feminist horror classic that Hollywood failed, audiences reclaimed, and […] The post Hell is a Teenage Girl | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 748! It might be Dragon Con weekend, but it’s still summertime, and you know what that means around here. It’s time for our annual robot-themed Top 4 1/2 List! And it’s a weird one. In honor of this year’s new Supergirl movie, we’re counting down robots on the covers of Supergirl comic books. […] The post Flopcast 748: Maid of Steel appeared first on The ESO Network.

We Went Viral… And Now We Have a Robin’s Donuts Dilemma! It’s birthday week around here! Leah celebrated her 47th birthday on August 29. Shawn is getting ready to hit the big 5-0 on September 3. We’re celebrating both birthdays with a big BBQ potluck at Shawn’s dad’s place on September 5. Before the party, […] The post We Went Viral… And Now We Have a Robin’s Donuts Dilemma! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim talks about a Classic Sci-Fi Horror Sequel from Director Larry Cohen – 1978’s “It Lives Again,” (aka “Its Alive 2”) starring Frederic Forest, Kathleen Lloyd, John P. Ryan, John Marley, Andrew Duggan, Eddie Constantine, and James Dixon. Made as the econd film in Cohen’s “It’s Alive” Trilogy, the film centers around another couple who […] The post It Lives Again | Episode 532 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Clay Sayre joins Jim for a discussion of a beloved Sci-Fi TV show from 1963 -“The Outer Limits,” starring a host of well-known television and film stars from the 40s, 50s and 60s. The show, which ran only two seasons, was unlike anything seen before on television and developed a very loyal following during the […] The post The Outer Limits | Episode 531 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs join the War of the Flashes, take on Hush, and wrap up the Birds of Prey series. Wally West battles a godlike Eobard Thawne after discovering the secrets of Still Point, but his father Rudy sacrifices himself to stop the monstrous […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 17 (Legacy #456) – The Unreality appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 747! With Dragon Con just days away, let’s look at our official schedules, because Kevin and the Mayor will be busy with panels, presentations, and miscellaneous silly things. Including: Panels on Pee Wee’s Playhouse, Supergirl, Pluribus, Lanterns, and more! A tournament of villains! The Geek Girls Run! Fandom Feud! A celebration of Sid […] The post Flopcast 747: Dragon Con Preview Part 2 – A Panel of Weirdos appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Mandalorian was the first Star Wars series to debut in the Disney+ streaming era. In many ways it was fitting that it became the first series to cross-over into the realm of the feature film. In this episode we take a look at The Mandalorian and Grogu. We talk about the main characters as […] The post The 42cast Episode 296: Child Support appeared first on The ESO Network.

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 8 “Twilight,” but only Jamie has actually watched the episode. Archer gets timey wimey brain worms leading to a terrible future where earth is destroyed, humanity is nearing extinction, and Malcolm has a goatee. But don’t worry, it’s not all bad! T’Pol wears normal clothes for the […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 98: Archer’s Got Brain Worms! appeared first on The ESO Network.

It is finally here- the Star Trek puppet episode! But what will we think? As Felt Nerdy, Chuck and Veronica have been producing Star Trek puppet shows for 13 years! As lifelong Star Trek fans, Alan and Keith have been getting pretty tired of the gimmick episodes. Will this be the episode that tears EARTH […] The post Level-Five Transporter Accident – Earth Station Trek – Episode 277 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Charles Rosenay, Mark Arnold, and Duane Dimock to chat about THE MONKEES COMIC BOOK BOOK! Come join us to find out the details of this upcoming publication and revisit an interesting corner of The Monkees’ story! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike […] The post The Monkees Comic Book Book – Monkeeing Around – Episode 102 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we’re on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 7 “The Shipment,” now that Bill and Jamie have watched it.. A word of warning: If you haven’t listened to the episode before this one, “Free Shipping with Xindi Prime!,” go listen to that first because this is a follow […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 97: Second Contact: Free Shipping with Xindi Prime!  appeared first on The ESO Network.

They don’t scream. They don’t run. They just watch – with those ancient eyes and that smile that says they already know how your story ends. Tea and Karen are joined by Thomas as we get into one of horror’s most enduring and psychologically rich archetypes… the Creepy Kid. From the changeling folklore of ancient […] The post Creepy Kids in Horror and Why they’re unnerve us | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This time on The Dragon Con Report, Jen sits down with legendary independent comic creator Bob Burden for a conversation from a slightly unusual location — her home tiki bar, Smuggler’s Hideaway. Best known as the creator of Flaming Carrot Comics and the original Mystery Men, Bob has built a career around surreal humor, unconventional superheroes and a willingness to take […] The post The 2026 Dragon Con Report Episode 8: An Interview with Bob Burden appeared first on The ESO Network.

What makes a television show truly unforgettable? This week on Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew settles in front of the TV to share their picks for their favorite TV shows of all time—the comedies, dramas, classics, and groundbreaking series that kept us watching, talking, laughing, and coming back for more. From the Golden Age of […] The post Our Favorite TV Shows of All Time | The Greatest Television Series Ever? appeared first on The ESO Network.

Brandon Reed joins us for a rousing look at one of Charles Band’s first horror films – “1976’s “CRASH!,” starring Jose Ferrer, Sue Lyon, John Ericson, Leslie Parrish, and John Carradine. This drive-in classic features an evil Camaro ent on revenge. But revenge on what? … and Who? Find out on MONSTER ATTACK!, The Podcast […] The post CRASH! 1976 | Episode 529 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs travel to The Island of Mice and Men. Superman navigates major changes in his life, allies, and identity, learning from the veteran Hawkman and battling the devastating Parasite as Lex Luthor’s seemingly happy life takes an unexpected turn in Absolute Superman […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 16 (Legacy #455) – The Island of Mice and Men appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 745! Our Dragon Con American Sci-Fi Classics Track buddy Joe Crowe is still here, and we’re still exploring the odd world of made-for-TV reunion movies. In this week’s batch of ratings-grabbing silliness: The Duke boys go to Hollywood, the Facts of Life girls get back together (except for Jo!), a Gabor sister (still […] The post Flopcast 745: TV Reunion Movies Part 2 – Gilligan’s Robots appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Earth Station Trek we review Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, “A Case of Chiaroscuro” written by Skyler Ojeda and Dana Horgan and directed by Meera Menon. What did you think of this week’s episode? Favorite moments? New character insights? Did you enjoy the return of the Klingons? Let us know! THERE WILL […] The post A Case of Chiaroscuro – Earth Station Trek – Episode 276 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We are checking out the documentary Sliders of Ghost Town: Origin (2016), a behind-the-scenes look at the world of scare acting and one of the most iconic techniques in haunt culture… sliding. The film explores the performers who bring haunted attractions to life, revealing the physical demands, creativity, and passion behind the screams. From character […] The post To Scare or Not to scare… is never a question | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

In the second part of our discussion of Star Trek: Voyager we complete our discussion of the main characters. We also delve into many of the recurring supporting characters and why they stick with us. We also talk about our favorite episodes and storylines within the series. We wrap things out by looking at the […] The post The 42cast Episode 294: Getting to the Endgame appeared first on The ESO Network.

We’re watching Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 7 “The Shipment,” but only Maria has actually watched the episode. Tipped off by last week’s Beast-incel, the Enterprise heads to a planet where they believe the Xindi are manufacturing parts of their superweapon only to find a weirdly chill Bigfoot Xindi planet where nobody is aware […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 96: Free Shipping with Xindi Prime! (feat. Raychelle Burks) appeared first on The ESO Network.

Join us for a special crossover event! This week we’re MONKEING AROUND with hosts from the EARTH STATION TREK and BATCHUMS podcasts to chat about the 1966-1967 television season! From debut shows like The Monkees and Star Trek to returning favorites like Batman, this landmark television season had an impact on the television landscape that […] The post 1966-1967 TV Season – Monkeeing Around – Episode 101 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman ’66 S3 Ep16 – The Funny Feline Felonies Joker and Catwoman link up over the lure of cash and more cash, and are ready to dynamite the Depository. With Batgirl’s help, Batman andRobin jump the jester, who offers them a numbing Joker-buzzer blast in return! Episode aired Thursday, December 28, 1967 Director: Oscar Rudolph […] The post BatChums Episode 112 – The Funny Feline Felonies appeared first on The ESO Network.

Cigar Nerds Podcast Bran New Day. It’s time to swing into action with a new Spider-Man movie featuring the Punisher it’s a good day. In science we discuss robot firefighters, invisible drones, self dressing clothes, and AI creates viruses. In Nerd News we talk about Cavil Warhammer updates, a return of Gargoyles, Dog Stars, a […] The post Cigar Nerds Podcast: Brand New Day appeared first on The ESO Network.

It’s another jam-packed episode of Have Coffee Will Travel, and this time we’ve got a little bit of everything! We start with yard sales, including one we hosted ourselves a few weeks ago. It was definitely not the typical hot summer yard sale day. Instead, it was cold, nasty and miserable. But that didn’t stop […] The post Yard Sales, Spider-Man, Old Friends & A Bee Hive Mystery appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jeff Beck In this episode we are joined by former editor of Guitar World Magazine Brad Tolinski, co-author of the new book Blow By Blow: The Jeff Beck Story, to talk about the life and career of one of the most important and influential guitarists in the modern rock era. Brad tells us all about the significance […] The post Modern Musicology #173 – Jeff Beck appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 744! Back in the day, when your favorite goofy TV show was cancelled, it was not necessarily the end. Years (or even decades) later, it just might be resurrected in the odd format of the made-for-TV reunion movie. Thus we returned to Mayberry to catch up with Andy and Opie, we reconnected with […] The post Flopcast 744: TV Reunion Movies Part 1 – Crisis on Brady Earths appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim revisits one of his favorite Monster Movies growing up – 1966’s “Island Of Terror,” starring Peter Cushing, Edward Judd, Eddie Byrne, Carole Gray, Sam Kydd, Niall MacGinnis, Peter Forbes-Robertson, and directed by Terence Fisher. On a remote island off the coast of Ireland, something has escaped from a research lab and threatens all of […] The post Island Of Terror | Episode 528 appeared first on The ESO Network.

Something attached itself to the hull. Something left a substance in the water supply. And now the crew is running out of time, out of options, and out of people to trust. Karen and Spilled Tea dive deep into Sea Fever — the 2019 Irish aquatic horror thriller written and directed by Neasa Hardiman that […] The post Sea Fever… It Happens. | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

In 1983, I met Jason Stahl when we were both in 4th grade. I had no idea then that he would become one of my best friends and comedy creation partners for the two decades that followed it. From my early comic books, to the improv comedy videos, to my first funny music demos, he […] The post Luke Ski’s Animation & Stuff Podcast – Episode 18: Denison Dudes – featuring Jason Stahl appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Earth Station Trek – “Human Best Friend” written by Kathryn Lyn. The crew must recover from shore leave in time to host an alien delegation on the ship! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #strangenewworlds #humanbestfriend The post Human Best Friend – Earth Station Trek – Episode 275 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week, we’re on a second contact mission, revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise Season 3, Episode 6 “Exile,” where we get into a rare argument over whether the episode’s lack of romance rendered it narratively inert or was a clever twist on Beauty and the Beast.  A word of warning: If you haven’t listened to the […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 94: Second Contact: Hoshi and the Beast! appeared first on The ESO Network.

Join us for a very special episode of Monkeeing Around! No, no one has an addiction to caffeine pills- it’s our 100th episode and we’re so excited! Grab a celebratory drink as we look back on our favorite Monkee memories over the last 99 episodes… interviews, concerts, cruises, and even a Micky Dolenz record release […] The post Episode 100 – Monkeeing Around appeared first on The ESO Network.

The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 110: Blake’s 7 Recast.  This week the Cosmic 4 look at the news that the 1970’s Sci-Fi TV series, Blake’s 7 is due to be reimagined with a possible release date of 2027. So, the Pizza gang decided to see who they thought would be a good fit […] The post Cosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 110: Blake’s 7 Recast appeared first on The ESO Network.

Star Trek: Voyager was the fourth live-action Star Trek series. It’s debut corresponded with the beginning of the UPN network and Voyager would be the flagship series for the network through its entire seven-year run. In this first part of a two-part discussion we discuss the series concept of Star Trek: Voyager and how it […] The post The 42cast Episode 293: Bon Voyage appeared first on The ESO Network.

Welcome to the Trackrooms What happens when you wander the halls of Dragon Con and take one wrong turn? You might just end up in the Trackrooms. Join us for the latest Dragon Con Report as we catch up with two fan-favorite programming tracks: Digital Media and American Sci-Fi Classics. Inspired by the eerie internet phenomenon The Backrooms, our “Trackrooms” […] The post The 2026 Dragon Con Report Episode 7: Trackrooms appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew pays tribute to the extraordinary life and career of Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker Robert Duvall. From his unforgettable performances in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, Tender Mercies, The Great Santini, Lonesome Dove, and countless other classics, Duvall’s career spanned more than six decades and left an indelible […] The post Remembering Robert Duvall | Celebrating the Legendary Actor & Filmmaker appeared first on The ESO Network.

Jim revisits one of his favorite Monster Movies from 1953 – “House of Wax,” starring Vincent Price, Phyllis Kirk, Frank Lovejoy, Carolyn Jones, Paul Picerni, Dabbs Greer, Roy Roberts, Angela Clarke, Charles Bronson, and Paul Cavanaugh. This classic retelling of 1933’s “Mystery Of The Wax Museum,” became one of Warner Brothers’ biggest hits of the […] The post House of Wax | Episode 527 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week on The Legends of the DCU Podcast! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs go underworld and underwater as we review Absolute Batman and Aquaman. Batman journeys alongside Wonder Woman into the depths of the Absolute Universe’s underworld, risking his life to save his transformed friend Waylon Jones from his monstrous fate in Absolute Batman […] The post Legends of the DCU Episode 15 (Legacy #454) – Underworld and Underwater appeared first on The ESO Network.

Flopcast episode 743! We have one more summer concert report for you, because thanks to an old friend, Kevin and the Mayor had VIP tickets to see John Mellencamp! (Are you like us? Do you still miss the “Cougar” part?) So today we’re breaking down the whole show for you. Including: Pre-concert South Shore bar […] The post Flopcast 743: F.L.O.P. in the U.S.A. appeared first on The ESO Network.

I prefer Spooky  | Earth Station Boo She doesn’t smile… She doesn’t hug… She doesn’t fit in anywhere… and she never wanted to. The Horraholic Hosts and our friends Beth & Sarah Rose are checking into Season 1 of Netflix’s Wednesday, the Tim Burton produced Addams Family reimagining that broke streaming records, launched a TikTok […] The post I prefer Spooky  | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week the EARTH STATION TREK crew reviews this week’s brand new episode of Star Trek Strange New Worlds: “The Griffin Incident”! Earth Station Trek is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #startrek #strangenewworlds #thegriffinincident The post The Griffin Incident – Earth Station Trek – Episode 274 appeared first on The ESO Network.

We are taking a short break from Star Trek Enterprise this week to bring you an away mission! Infamous as the lowest-rated Star Trek project on Rotten Tomatoes, the TV movie Section 31 was a huge disappointment to many Star Trek fans, and more importantly, to Maria who now has to attempt to explain this […] The post EnterpriseSplaining 94: Away Mission to Section 31! appeared first on The ESO Network.