Open World Chat
Discussing all "genre" media and geek culture.
Open World Chat
Latest Episodes
Roles that Can't be Recast (just pack 'em up and put 'em away)
Some parts just can't be recast, and attempting to do so would only lead to disaster. Mark and John go through a suprisingly long and varied list of many of these roles - and aren't always in agreement! Take a listen and see if you agree.
When Star Trek Has Failed Itself
Star Trek has always been defined by its vision of a future Earth (if not a future galaxy) and a Federation of different societies as an expression of values. But on many occasions it hasn't lived up to its lofty ideals. Mark and John look at t...
When We Make Contact Part 3: The International System
In the finale of a three part series, Mark and John discuss the implications of potential first contact to global politics and international conflict.
When We Make Contact Part 2: Religion and Culture
Mark and John continue the conversation about First Contact, this time speculating on what it would do to our religion and culture, including the philosophy and culture of capitalism.
When We Make Contact Part 1: Economy and Politics
Mark and John start their path down a rabbit hole they'll dig into in a multi-part series "When We Make Contact" where we consider the implications to the world of an actual First Contact scenario. In Part 1, we do some stage-setting and move i...
