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The Incomparable Superfeed
by The Incomparable
A collection of pop culture podcasts full of smart, funny people who love talking about TV, movies, books, comics, games, and much more. This feed contains episodes from all the podcasts produced by The Incomparable.
Episodes
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The Incomparable Mothership 839: The Weather is the Bad Guy
In Jason’s absence, Shelly indulges her fondness for disaster movies, a genre that peaked in the 1970s. And what better way to revel in disaster than with a draft? From shipwrecks to nuclear war to runaway planes and trains, we’ve got you covered in cinematic mayhem. There’s even a zeppelin. Host...
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Game Show 293: This is Relayparty!
From the Relay St. Jude fundraising campaign comes this game where three familiar Incomparable voices with a bit of televised game show history compete in a game of answers and questions! Host Dan Cassino with Dan Moren, Glenn Fleishman, and Jason Snell.
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We Contain Multitudes 14: Norah Woodsey - The Speed Demon
Norah takes a breath from racing between errands to share a high performance geek-out. (Special thanks to the Romancing the Vote 2026 auction for bringing Norah to the show!) Host Sandra Wong with Norah Woodsey.
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Total Party Kill 574: A Compromise Between Safe and Quick
Shocktober continues with a dead hug, mushy terrain, and the logistics of generosity. Host Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kat Griffiths, and Mikah Sargent.
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Sophomore Lit 196: Dorothy Parker Stories
Beauty is only skin deep, but podcasts go clean to the bone. Shaenon K. Garrity discusses four short stories by Dorothy Parker. Host John McCoy with Shaenon K. Garrity.
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Lazy Doctor Who 288: Planet of Evil - 4
Steven and Erika finish off their Thanksgiving mini-marathon (the mini-est of marathons!) with a lot of complaints about the final episode of this story. Hosts Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
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Lazy Doctor Who 287: Planet of Evil - 3
Erika and Steven wish you a happy Thanksgiving (or a happy Monday if you’re not in Canada) as they discuss antimatter universes, captains under pressure, and also submarine movies because why not? Hosts Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
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Robot or Not? 365: Several
Listener David asks us several questions. We have many answers, but too few. Hosts John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
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Biff! 283: Lanterns ep 8
If there’s a show with a solid excuse to finish with a giant super-powered Kaiju battle Lanterns is it. While being fearless in its character-driven focus does this show stick the landing? Like the season finale of The Bachelor we finally find out who gets the ring. Hosts Dan Moren, John Moltz…
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The Incomparable Mothership 838: And I'm All Outta Dinosaurs
Inhale deeply of the intoxicating gases and get ready to discuss the “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” season gone by. Our panel of puppets, “Casablanca” characters, badmirals, and high fantasy types have opinions on the genre-shifting penultimate season. Too much Kirk, or just enough? What’s up…
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Football is Life 45: "Being Alive" (S4E10)
Season 4 is a wrap! Kathy, Chip, and Brian check in on our “Low Risk Prediction” list while recapping the final episode of the season. Yes, “Being Alive”, much like life, is a little messy, but we sure did grow attached to the new people we met along the way. Hosts Chip Sudderth and Brian Warren...
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Random Trek 269: "Unexpected" (ENT) with Tony Sindelar
Tony Sindelar, famed Dungeon Master and adventure writer, joins Scott to discuss “Unexpected” (ENT S1E5). Topics include Tony’s Kickstarter (you should back it!), trying to remember the names of Enterprise main characters, and if it is wise to stick your hands in random alien boxes. Host Scott...
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We Contain Multitudes 13: Adrian Tchaikovsky - The Quiet Artist
Adrian shares two whimsical pursuits that dovetail with a singular—and very relatable—need. Host Sandra Wong with Adrian Tchaikovsky.
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Free the Squee 25: She's the Dolly Parton of this Show
Hello fellow nerds and welcome to our 25th episode! Join Heather, Stacy annnnd The Amazing One, Chelsea, as we chat about ALL THE THINGS! There’s a conversation about recovery vs. rest and the value of indulging in your joy (squee!). We can’t wait for you to hear about Heather’s action-packed…
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Total Party Kill 573: An Honest-to-Goodness Adventure Hook
Schocktober is back! (chain-rattle — bats bats bats bats — wolf howl) A group of adventurers undertake a quest to bury a body. How hard can it be? Host Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Annette Wierstra, James Thomson, Kat Griffiths, and Mikah Sargent.
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Biff! 282: Lanterns ep 7
This week we’re covering the penultimate episode of Lanterns. We go way back and visit Hal and his Dad during little league and, it turns out, Hal just can’t let things go. Meanwhile, John makes a discovery that makes a world of a difference. Hosts Dan Moren, John Moltz, and Guy English.
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Robot or Not? 364: Wood-Fired Food Truck
Listener Gregory makes us wonder if pizza made, not in a truck, but in a separate wood-fired oven trailer, is a food truck… or perhaps something else? Hosts John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
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Lazy Doctor Who 286: Planet of Evil - 2
Steven and Erika talk about captures, costumes, and coloured rocks. Hosts Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
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The Incomparable Mothership 837: Thoughts About a Fictional Bakery
Helene Wecker’s third Golem and Jinni novel, The Gates of Midnight, is now available! Jason asks her about her multi-decade journey to get to the end of the trilogy, how research has changed along the way, the themes of the three books, and what she might do next. Host Jason Snell with Helene...
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Sorkin' In It 5.11: Nevermind (Friday Night Lights S1E10)
Matt’s dad is back for a visit and, surprise surprise, he still kinda sucks. Jason gets some miles on his wheels, but romance is still pretty tricky for him. The real highlight of this episode is Landry helping Tim pass his English class. Now where did I put my Crucifictorious band shirt? Hosts…
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Football is Life 44: "Mae Rides the Bus" (S4E9)
In this penultimate episode of Season 4, we get quite the rollercoaster of emotions (Brian admits to crying at least 3 times); but, there’s plenty of reason to get excited, too. For one, our guest panelist, Erika Ensign, is back again! Join Chip, Erika, and Brian for the ride. In fact, why don’t...
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Game Show 292: Who Is the Pope?
For the second time this year, we bring together some lovely, generous Kickstarter backers who helped make Uncanny Magazine Year 12 happen! The cards bring us scandals, numbers, and lots of fun! Hosts Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky with Ben Ostermeier, Glenn Fleishman, Laura Majerus, Peter...
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We Contain Multitudes 12: Brandy Schillace - The Virtuoso
Brandy pauses in her many (potentially obsessive, but we don’t judge!) pursuits to share about just one of her numerous intriguing talents. Host Sandra Wong with Brandy Schillace.
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Robot or Not? 363: Cobot Redux
Unlike us, Listener Jerry has spent his entire career on robots. Listener Jerry helps us understand why the term “cobot” exists, and what it really means. Thank you, Listener Jerry. Hosts John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
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Biff! 281: Lanterns ep 5 & 6
Things in Rushville come to a head as Hal tries to take down the Manhunter all by himself. Meanwhile, John and Zoe get to know each other a little better just before all hell breaks loose. Then we’re back to the present day as the plot picks up again when John’s mother brings Hal back into his...
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Vulcan Hello 127: "Strange New Worlds" S4 wrap-up panel
Scott has the command codes and Jason has been banished to a spooky haunted starship, or is a puppet now, or maybe is fighting his fairy-tale doppelganger? Meanwhile, three lovely guests are joining Scott to discuss the just-concluded season of “Strange New Worlds.” Host Scott McNulty with Antony...
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Lazy Doctor Who 285: Planet of Evil - 1
Erika and Steven start watching a story that Erika doesn’t remember at all! Hosts Erika Ensign and Steven Schapansky.
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The Incomparable Mothership 836: Tea, Blankets, and Murder
Once a subcategory for mysteries, “cozy” feels like the latest craze in publishing with every genre getting in on the act. Is it really a new thing? Are authors able to take sci-fi or horror and turn it into something to be read while cuddled into a warm blanket with a cup of tea at one’s elbow?...
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Vulcan Hello 126: "Tomorrow's Enterprise" (SNW S4E10)
From white hole to black hole, from the near future to the present (of the future), it’s time for Scott and Jason to wrap up another season of “Strange New Worlds” with a delightful time-bending episode that puts Uhura(s) at the center. (Don’t miss Scott’s triumphant return to Random Trek! And…
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Football is Life 43: "Follow the Anger" (S4E8)
Episode 8 is chock full of injuries, intrigue, and investigations (and perhaps other “in-” words this blurb writer can’t think of at this late hour)! Higgins gets the tip to “follow the anger”, but Brian, Kathy, and Chip are certainly not angry today. Grab a high heel, break a window, and settle…
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Sophomore Lit 195: Tennyson Poems
I cannot rest from podcasting. Jill Hoffman returns to discuss three poems by Alfred, Lord Tennyson: “Charge of the Light Brigade” (1854), “Lady of Shalott” (1832, 1842), and “Ulysses” (1833). Host John McCoy with Jill Hoffman.
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We Contain Multitudes 11: Kellye Garrett - The Mindful Collector
Kellye generously allows us a peek (hands behind our backs!) at a collection that means a lot to her. Host Sandra Wong with Kellye Garrett.
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Random Trek 268: "A Private Little War" (TOS) with Lex Friedman
Lex Friedman, the force behind Lex.Games and Strategery, joins Scott to discuss “A Private Little War” (TOS S2E19). Topics include costumes (both tiny and ridiculous), when everyone gets their wigs at the same store, and finally settling the eternal question: is Spock a robot? Host Scott McNulty...
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Total Party Kill 572: Free Broom!
It’s the thrilling conclusion to Heart of Ashes! K’ronng does his signature move - a Muppet Sword attack. Levithia marks an enemy as both prey and quarry. Tink invites a charming friend to hang out. Cherish smites divinely. Jaee walks through a bed. We’re taking next week off to prepare for...
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Biff! 280: Spider-Man: Brand New Day
We’re taking a breather from Lanterns this week to cover Spider-Man: Brand New Day. When we left Peter Parker he’d had Doctor Strange erase the memory of him from all of his friends and loved ones. Can Peter cope with his isolation and lonliness without become something he’d never want to be?…
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Robot or Not? 362: Robot? Pas robot?
Curiosity, c’est un robot! Robot de cuisine, ce n’est pas un robot! Thanks to Listener Erik and the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie. Hosts John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
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The Incomparable Mothership 835: Team Whammer
The Summer of Sundance comes to an end with “The Natural,” a story of a legendary baseball player—no, we’re not talking about Joe Don Baker as The Whammer, or are we? It’s Bernard Malamud’s take on baseball as American mythology, filtered through the mind of Barry Levinson. Barbara Hershey shocks...
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Vulcan Hello 125: "Once La'An a Time" (SNW S4E9)
Once upon a time, there was a fantasy kingdom in a “Star Trek” episode. Twice upon a time, they revisited that story and tried to bring La’An’s seasonlong struggle with herself to a conclusion. Is double the crew double the fun? Is Spock a wizard or a Vulcan, and does he wield magic or logic? We...
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Sorkin' In It 5.10: It's Different for Girls (Friday Night Lights S1E10)
Lyla is the target of bullying at school, even from her so-called friends; and, Matt & Julie’s dating life makes things tough for Coach and Tami. Meanwhile, Lex nearly makes Brian spit out his coffee; but good news, you (and Brian’s computer) are safe and sound here on Sorkin’ In It. Hosts Lex...
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Football is Life 42: "Yes & Baby" (S4E7)
The team is back on the pitch, and Brian, Kathy, & Chip are reunited to discuss it. Whether it’s Beard’s eyes, Boots’ truck, Ted’s profile, or Roy’s knee (and heart!); everybody seems to be going through a little bit of something this week. So, we invite you to take a sip of some spicy cognac and...
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Game Show 291: USS Nope
Trivia, the final frontier. These are the voyages of the Starship Random Pursuit. Its 90-minute mission: to explore Star Trek Trivial Pursuit, to seek out new answers to new questions, to boldly go where no podcast has gone before! (And where no podcast should probably go again.) Hosts Erika…
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We Contain Multitudes 10: Bree Bridges - The Chaos Sparkler
Bree gleefully shares one of her many (MANY!) special interests. Host Sandra Wong with Bree Bridges.
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Biff! 279: Lanterns ep 3 & 4
After a strong opening couple of episodes Lanterns takes us back in time a little to see how wee John Stewart grew up. We do not, in any way, support this method of raising a child. Even one destined to do goofy things with a fancy alient ring. With that behind us we’re back in 2016 as John & Hal...
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Total Party Kill 571: If Clippy Was a Sword
Jaee decides whether she should stay or she should go. K’ronng leaves the murder corner. Levithia is convinced by a rope. Tink gets giggly-excited by danger. Cherish smashes a Ding Dong. Host Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Kat Griffiths, Kathy Campbell, and Monty Ashley.
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The Incomparable Mothership 834: Dial-a-CIA-computer
The Summer of Sundance continues with the paranoid thriller, “Three Days of the Condor.” A devastatingly handsome nerd goes out to buy sandwiches for the office, and the next thing he knows he’s on the run and kidnapping Faye Dunaway… Host Jason Snell with David J. Loehr, Shelly Brisbin, Paul...
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Vulcan Hello 124: "Orders of Magnitude" (SNW S4E8)
In this fantastic episode, a “badmiral” takes control of the Enterprise and teaches (randomly on the ship) Jim Kirk some important what-not-to-do lessons about command. Jim and Sam Kirk have a surprising, emotionally resonant conversation about their father. A coffee fetish meets Chekov’s...
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Football is Life 41: Don't Jump Around Much Anymore (S4E6)
It’s New Year’s Eve! Ted Lasso the Show commits possibly the best pre-titles sequence in its history. Ted Lasso the character commits to something new after a heart-to-heart. Alice Chilton commits to party clothes, eventually. Coach Beard commits a party foul. Roy Kent and a special guest star...
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Total Party Kill 570: Some of My Favorite Ideas Are Bad Ideas
Tink carries a rope. Cherish misty steps. K’ronng stabs a cloud. Jaee(’s player) reads her character sheet. Levithia punches the air. Host Tony Sindelar with Annette Wierstra, Erika Ensign, Kat Griffiths, Kathy Campbell, and Monty Ashley.
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Biff! 278: Lanterns ep 1 & 2
After weeks of superhero cartoons we’ve moved on to HBO’s Lanterns series. A couple of space-cops with a magic ring that can make anything they imagine manifest before them in physical form set out to solve the mystery behind a mass shooting at football stadium in Nebraska. That’s the pitch. Is…
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Vulcan Hello 123: "Like Chronotons Through the Hourglass" (SNW S4E7)
Don’t catch the Space Madness, because it’s time to talk about the latest episode of “Strange New Worlds,” in which Trelane puts the Enterprise (except Pike) into a soap opera! Once again, we’re genre hopping—but is “Q episode” not a tried-and-true Trek genre? And does this not emotionally serve...
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