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The Compendium Cast
by Jason Ashcraft
Dive into the world of sci-fi cinema with The Compendium Cast! Each episode breaks down iconic sci-fi films from all eras, exploring behind-the-scenes stories, plot breakdowns, book-to-movie comparisons, and the line between science fact and fiction. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the genre, join us as we uncover what makes these films timeless classics.
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014 - Arrival (2016) w/ShyTwilii
Today we are diving into the 2016 film Arrival!Follow ShyTwilii - https://linktr.ee/ShyTwilii?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=6bbcb15b-f272-43f9-b361-b60deb377f96Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Intro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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013 - The Long Walk (2025) w/Hollow
Welcome to the first episode of what I'm calling "Off the Script". Where i'm talking about movies that i recently watched and just hitting record and seeing what happens. These movies can be any genre not just Sci-Fi. I recently watched The Long Walk (2025) after having finished the book of the same name By Stephen King. I absolutely loved this story!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Intro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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012 - Flash Gordon (1980) w/Joe Velazquez
Today we dive into an 80's camp classic Flash Gordon with Joe Velazquez from Fear On Film Podcast! - https://www.instagram.com/fearonfilmpodcast/Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Intro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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011 - Starship Troopers (1997) w/Andrew Kingsley
Today we dive into a 90's smash Starship Troopers with Andrew Kingsley of Unleash the Archers!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Intro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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010 - ET (1982) w/John Yelland
Today we dive into the 1982 Family Sci-Fi Film ET! We are joined by John Yelland of Judicator!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/
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009 - Predator (1987) w/Carlos Alvarez
Today we dive into the 1987 Sci-Fi Monster PREDATOR! We are joined by Carlos Alvarez (Beholder)Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/
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008 - Enemy Mine (1985) w/Chad Bill Anderson
Today we dive into the 1985 Sci-Fi Film Enemy Mine! We are joined by Chad Bill Anderson of Judicator!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/
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007 - Krull (1983) w/Carlos Alvarez
Today we dive into the 1983 Sci-Fi Fantasy Classic KRULL!!! We are joined by Carlos Alvarez (Beholder)Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Intro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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006 - 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) w/Erik Hanson
Today we dive into one of my favorite sci-fi films - 2001: A Space Odyssey and we are joined by Erik Hanson of horror film podcast - Cradle to the Grave!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Listen to Cradle to the Grave here - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zykLIkiBg0RlzYu6K9unZ?si=f4a80613d0b54f5aIntro Music: Lorelai Monarch
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005 - 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) Pt. II w/Erik Hanson
Today we dive into one of my favorite sci-fi films - 2001: A Space Odyssey and we are joined by Erik Hanson of horror film podcast - Cradle to the Grave!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Listen to Cradle to the Grave here - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zykLIkiBg0RlzYu6K9unZ?si=f4a80613d0b54f5aIntro Music: Dire Peril - Journey Beyond the Stars
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004 - 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) Pt. I w/Erik Hanson
Today we dive into one of my favorite sci-fi films - 2001: A Space Odyssey and we are joined by Erik Hanson of horror film podcast - Cradle to the Grave!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Listen to Cradle to the Grave - https://open.spotify.com/show/5zykLIkiBg0RlzYu6K9unZ?si=f4a80613d0b54f5aIntro Music: Dire Peril - Journey Beyond the Stars
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003 - Forbidden Planet (1956) w/Andrew Kingsley
Let's dive into one of the most influential sci-fi films you maybe never heard of. It was a first for a lot of things in the genre come find out with me what those things were. For this episode I am joined by Andrew Kingsley of Unleash the ArchersJoin the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Theme song by Lorelai Monarch
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002 - Frankenstein (1931) w/Carlos Alvarez
Our second episode explores Frankenstein from 1931 - Was the Mary Shelly novel the first sci-fi story? I'm once again joined by Carlos Alvarez as we discuss this classic flick!Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Theme song by Lorelai Monarch
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001 - A Trip to the Moon (1902) w/Carlos Alvarez
For our very first episode it felt fitting to tackle what is widely considered the first ever Sci-Fi film - A Trip to the Moon. Or is this the first Science Fantasy film? Join host Jason Ashcraft and guest Carlos Alvarez as they Journey back over 100 years and discuss A Trip to the Moon.Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/jwDk7DjqqMFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecompendiumcast/Theme song by Lorelai Monarch
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Dive into the world of sci-fi cinema with The Compendium Cast! Each episode breaks down iconic sci-fi films from all eras, exploring behind-the-scenes stories, plot breakdowns, book-to-movie comparisons, and the line between science fact and fiction. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the genre, join us as we uncover what makes these films timeless classics.
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Jason Ashcraft
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