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Dave and Wayne
A podcast exploring science fiction television - Past and present
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Dec 4, 2020 • 57min
Episode 385 Stargate SG-1 S01E07 The Nox
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss Daniel Jackson’s propensity to put the team and mission at risk so that he can learn his wife’s fate, but it’s the Secretary of Defense’s admission that the teams need to provide tangible evidence of the success of their missions. However, we all must face the idea that Stargate Command, and by extension its teams, may not always be viewed as the good guys as they traverse the universe.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave completes his rewatch of The X-Files Season 11 and sets out on a long overdue rewatch of the HBO series Band of Brothers. Wayne’s excitement over the return of the HBO series His Dark Materials for its second season reminds us why we were so taken with the show when it debuted last year.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands revists SFTVR’s past with a callback to the realization that actors from Hemlock Grove appear in some unlikely places.
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Episode Grade: A-

Nov 27, 2020 • 53min
Episode 384 Stargate SG-1 S01E06 Cold Lazarus
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the revelations in Jack O’Neill’s backstory and his relationship with his ex-wife Sarah. Though Sarah offers a piece of dialogue that seems to imply the two will not rekindle their relationship, the possibility remains.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave continues his rewatch of The X-Files Season 11 and binges the newest seasons of the Netflix drama The Crown. Wayne explores the Amazon series Generation War.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether the discovery of ancient cultures as a plot device will continue throughout the season..
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Episode Grade: A-

Nov 20, 2020 • 58min
Episode 383 Stargate SG-1 S01E05 The First Commandment
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the developing relationship between Samantha Carter and Jack O’Neill as Teal’c’s integration into the SG-1 team continues relatively seamlessly. We also question the motives, original and otherwise, of Hansen and his plan to assist the cave dwellers.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave begins a rewatch of The X-Files Season 11 and the Danish political drama Borgen. Wayne continues with The Mandelorian.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands comments on last week’s political discussion.
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Episode Grade: B+

Nov 13, 2020 • 60min
Episode 382 Stargate SG-1 S01E04 The Broca Divide
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we examine an episode that hits a bit close to home with an airborne contagion that the SG teams bring back to Earth through the stargate. However, it’s the introduction of Dr. Frazier and multiple shipping angles that work their way through the greater narrative that provide more context for the evolving character relationships. Will the team return to planets they’ve explored or move on to new challenges?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne talks up The Mandelorian and Dave’s suggestion to watch The Queen’s Gambit, and Dave acknowledges Wayne was spot on with his praise for Barbarians.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether Jack might have a crush on Sam, and Dan La Rock sings the praises of the Stargate franchise.
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Episode Grade: B

Nov 6, 2020 • 53min
Episode 381 Stargate SG-1 S01E03 Emancipation
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we reluctantly criticize much of the episode with the knowledge that things have to get better. However, the episode’s theme does set the stage for a conflict that will likely face O’Neil’s team as it ventures around the universe: how much do we interfere in a society’s culture when we disagree with the paths it has chosen?
In our What We're Watching segment, Wayne gives fans of The Last Kingdom and Vikings a tip with the German Netflix drama Barbarians, and Dave reports favorably about the chess centric series The Queen’s Gambit.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands questions Teal’c’s decision to immediately trust General Hammond and the Stargate program.
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Episode Grade: C

Oct 30, 2020 • 57min
Episode 380 Stargate SG-1 S01E02 The Enemy Within
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we address the differences between the two versions of the pilot episode, and Wayne finds the loss of Kowalski so early in the series’ run extremely problematic. We also discuss General Hammond’s decision to destroy Stargate Command and all inside to prevent the Gao’uld from gaining entrance to the facility and also Earth.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave praises the Starz historical dramas The White Queen, The White Princess, and The Spanish Princess while Wayne watches the original Stargate movie.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands finds Raised by Wolves a bit too dark for his tastes.
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Episode Grade: B

Oct 23, 2020 • 50min
Episode 379 Stargate SG-1 S01E01 Children of the Gods Part 2
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we complete our look at the Stargate SG-1 pilot with “Children of the Gods Part 2.” With the four person SG-1 team now in place, Jackson’s theory that there are multiple pathways to the stars will be tested, and new relationships must now be forged. Apophis has taken Sha’re and Skaara into his fold, but his plan for Earth remains unclear. We consider the nude scene that appears on Dave’s DVD version but is absent on Wayne’s Amazon viewing.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave is working way through the 2008 Hugo Award Winning novel titled The Three Body Problem by the Chinese science fiction writer Liu Cixin. Wayne finishes his Ozark run with mixed reactions but continues his high praise for the season finale of Lovecraft Country.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands steps up his genre viewing and his podcast feedback schedule.
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Episode Grade: B+

Oct 16, 2020 • 59min
Episode 378 Stargate SG-1 S01E01 Children of the Gods Part 1
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of the classic military science fiction series Stargate SG-1, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we address we begin our journey with a series based on the 1994 Roland Emmerich film Stargate. Like all pilots, “Children of the Gods Part 1” lays the groundwork for robust character development while introducing a series of plot threads. Can Col. O’Neil overcome his disdain for scientists and accept Capt. Samantha Carter as an equal member of the team? Will Daniel Jackson’s supposition that the gate may be part of a vast network across the universe turn out to be true? Time will tell.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave gives a less than enthusiastic reading of Fox’s new series NeXt. Wayne has high praise for the finale of the Amazon series The Boys.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands points out the medical trend in Amanda Tapping’s body of work.
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Episode Grade: A-

Oct 9, 2020 • 54min
Episode 377 Hemlock Grove S01E03 The Order of the Dragon
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of Netflix’s Hemlock Grove, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we address Patreon supporter Fred from the Netherland’s request that we continue our yearly visit with the quirky horror tale Hemlock Grove. Battlestar Galactica alums Kandyse McClure (Dr. Chasseur) and Aaron Douglas (Sheriff Sworn) find themselves at the center of an apex predator killing spree. Chasseur’s challenge of Peter sets the stage for the werewolf and his upir companion Roman to band together in the search for the creature responsible for the two deaths.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave praises the series finale of The 100 and sheepishly admits to having binged Emily in Paris on Netflix. Wayne takes a more socially acceptable approach by continuing his relationship with Ozark.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands mentions the developing importance of Roman’s mother Olivia played by Dutch actress Famke Janssen.
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Episode Grade: B

Oct 2, 2020 • 1h 13min
Episode 376 Brave New World S01E09 Soma Red
Join Dave and Wayne for genre television show news, a glimpse into what the hosts are currently watching, commentary and analysis of NBC Peacock’s Brave New World, and our listener feedback.
This week on the SciFi TV Rewatch podcast we discuss the season finale which explores the after effects of the Epsilon rebellion that John inadvertently starts. How much culpability does the savage enjoy in this matter, and how will he integrate into the new world that Lenina has been tasked to develop. Of course, the biggest mystery involves the box that Bernard and Helm take to the Savage Lands and how much control Indra still holds over both worlds.
In our What We're Watching segment, Dave reminds viewers that the Netflix horror series The Haunting of Bly Manor will drop on October 9, and Wayne has good things to say about the Emmy award winning series Ozark.
In Listener Feedback, Fred from the Netherlands wonders whether John really had any choice about whether or not to distance himself from the Epsilon rebellion.
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Episode Grade: Dave A+ Wayne A