Thu, 31 October 2013
The War of the Worlds is an episode of the American radio drama anthology series The Mercury Theatre on the Air. It was performed as a Halloween episode of the series on October 30, 1938, and aired over the Columbia Broadcasting System radio network. Directed and narrated by actor and future filmmaker Orson Welles, the episode was an adaptation of H. G. Wells's novel The War of the Worlds(1898). The first two thirds of the 62-minute broadcast were presented as a series of simulated news bulletins, which suggested to many listeners that an actual alien invasion by Martians was currently in progress. Compounding the issue was the fact that the Mercury Theatre on the Air was a sustaining show (it ran without commercial breaks), adding to the program's realism. Although there were sensationalist accounts in the press about a supposed panic in response to the broadcast, the precise extent of listener response has been debated. In the days following the adaptation, however, there was widespread outrage and panic by certain listeners, who had believed the events described in the program were real. The program's news-bulletin format was described as cruelly deceptive by some newspapers and public figures, leading to an outcry against the perpetrators of the broadcast. Despite these complaints—or perhaps in part because of them—the episode secured Welles' fame as a dramatist. To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the broadcast of this program, John shares the original broadcast as well as tells you about the BBC production of Independence Day UK, a tie-in audio drama to the blockbuster movie done in the style of The War of the World. Check out Kevin Lauderdale's more detailed look at the original production on his It Has Come to My Attention. Please comment on this episodes here or write john@chronicrift.com or call 888-866-9010.
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Wed, 30 October 2013
Email us at scifidinerpodcast@gmail.com or visit us on Twitter @scifidiner. And check out our YouTube channel. We are a part of the Chronic Rift Network of podcasts. Tonight’s Diners: Scott, and Miles Welcome to the Diner In tonight’s show, listeners discuss the following: Star Trek Continues, Star Trek Phase II, a potential Ant Man movie, Gravity, Marvel: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Walking Dead, Witches of Eastwood (really? Lifetime has a fantasy show?), Supernatural, Arrow, Revolution, The Shadow Rising (Wheel of Time), and more.
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Tue, 29 October 2013
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Sun, 27 October 2013
Our Critical Assignment series concludes with the big bionic panel of DragonCon 2013. Lee Majors and Lindsay Wagner both appeared on stage for the first time in many years to talk about their work on the bionic series. The panel took place on Sunday, August 31 and John got to host this extravaganza. Plus, Paul talks with The Bionic Blonde herself, Betsy Dodd, on how she developed the bionic reunion video that was shown to the audience prior to the duo taking the stage. Comment on the episode here or write abionicpodcast@gmail.com or call 888-866-9010 or better still use the "Send Voicemail" tab on the left of the page to leave a message via your computer. Take a moment to rate the episode by using our star system at the bottom of this entry.
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Sun, 27 October 2013
October means that we dip in once again to the CBS Radio Mystery Theater. This year, we look at the final year of EG Marshall's turn as host of the long running anthology series. Plus, we conclude the current stories for Superman and The Avengers and premiere new stories. Please comment on this episodes here or write john@chronicrift.com or call 888-866-9010.
October 26, 2013
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Sat, 26 October 2013
We are honored to have the first exclusive interview with Toby Froud (LABYRINTH, Stripey Pajama Productions) all about his exciting new project, LESSONS LEARNED, a Kickstarter-funded practical puppet production! Go behind the scenes as the G2V Guys find out the genesis of this tale, some details on the construction of the characters, sets, and props, the many helping hands contributing to the creation of an all-new world of fantasy and adventure, and how this will continue the fine “Froudian” tradition! As always, we welcome all feedback at contact@g2vpodcast.com or on our Facebook page! You can also subscribe to us via iTunes! SHOW LINKS: Stripey Pajama Productions: Toby Froud’s Facebook Page Lillian Todd-jones’ YouTube Channel Comment on this episode here or write contact@g2vpodcast.com or call 888-866-9010.
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Sat, 26 October 2013
The entire show is turned over to movie critic David Nahmod as he interviews actor Roy Thinnes. They discuss The Invaders, Dark Shadows, General Hospital, Mystery Science Theater 3000, and working with Gerry Anderson. Please take a moment by commenting on the episode here or by writing john@chronicrift.com, or by calling 888-866-9010. Trivia: The interview was conducted at the studios of One Life to Live in New York. Sponsors: Science Fiction, Mysteries, & More; Futures Past
Original Airdate: October 15, 1993
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Thu, 24 October 2013
The Batcave Podcast: Episode 6 - A Riddle a Day Keeps the Riddler Away/When the Rat's Away, the Mice Will Play
King Boris' visit to the United States is interrupted by an exploding bouquet of flowers that hide a riddle inside, the calling card of the Riddler. What is his scheme? Can Batman and Robin figure it out before an international incident can occur? Joining John to figure out the Riddler's clues is author, musician, and podcaster Keith R.A. DeCandido. Comment on the episode here or write thebatcavepodcast@gmail.com or call 888-866-9010. Take a moment to rate the episode by using our star system at the bottom of this entry. Keith R.A. DeCandido is a writer, editor, musician, podcaster, curator, voice actor, and probably some other stuff, too, but he can't remember due to lack of sleep. In 2009, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers, which means he never needs to achieve anything ever again.
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Thu, 24 October 2013
The SciFi Diner Podcast Ep. 187 Our Interview with Raul Aguirre Jr. (Man vs. Art, Disney Animator, Family Guy, and Lalaloopsy)
Email us at scifidinerpodcast@gmail.com or visit us on Twitter @scifidiner. And check out our YouTube channel. We are a part of the Chronic Rift Network of podcasts. Tonight’s Diners: Scott, Miles, and M. Welcome to the Diner Menu: Interview: Raul Aguirre Jr. (Animator: Hand animator) Man Vs. Art Trivia: Who won a signed Amanda Tapping print? TV News: Walking Dead Wakes Up Huge Ratings; Marvel: Agents of Shield Gets Full Season; Arrow Teases; Screen Shot of Black Canary w/ Arrow; Breaking Bad’s Big Fan; Movie News: Ant Man Movie News; R.U.R. News, TWIST: Who said what? UNCONFIRMED RUMOR: Orci talked to CBS about Trek TV Show SciFi 5 in 5 : M's Top Moments from Comicon…. Promos: Our Interview: Raul Aguirre Jr. Raul Aguirre Jr. was born in East L.A. but grew up on the mean streets of Hacienda Heights California. Back when he was 3 heads tall Raul picked up a crayon and did his version of the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel only instead of biblical figures, his featured Popeye battling Mighty Mouse While Dinosaurs in Spaceships carpet bombed the Legion of Doom. Unfortunately he chose to create his first masterpiece on his mother's living room wall. The combination of laughter and horror on his mother's face left an indelible mark on the lad. He learned Art is Powerful! From that moment on Raul decided he wanted to become an artist. For the next 30 years Raul embarked on a lone quest for artistic mastery with an unwavering Quixote-like madness and dedication.
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Wed, 23 October 2013
The G2V Podcast: Planet 9, 1st Galaxy: The Lovecraft Legacy – PLUS Contest: Win Midnight Syndicate’s The 13th Hour!
His influence has wound its way tentacle-like into every nook and cranny of pop culture. In a vast and mysterious ocean of entertainment, his stories have inspired and influenced entire waves of film, television, comics, games, and so much more. This way may lead to madness, but Scott and Arnold devote this installment of their month-long Halloween exploration by diving deep into the legacy of the one, the only H.P. Lovecraft! And to do it right, Arnold travelled all the way from Baltimore MD to Portland OR, just in time to join Scott for a Lovecraft film festival featuring a 35mm print of Re-Animator! We also have a special contest this episode! Midnight Syndicate has graciously provided us with a copy of one of their albums, The 13th Hour, which we’re giving away to the listener who can answer the following trivia question (also presented in the episode). E-mail, post on our Facebook page, beam your answer into our addled minds, and if you get it right, the CD will be yours! Lovecraft’s novella, At the Mountains of Madness, was published by what pulp magazine? And stay tuned for the next episode, when we’ll be featuring another Midnight Syndicate album giveaway! …but be warned, The G2V Podcast can not be held responsible if listening to this episode alters your physical form or renders you utterly insane! As always, we welcome all feedback at contact@g2vpodcast.com or on our Facebook page! You can also subscribe to us via iTunes! SHOW LINKS: The H.P. Lovecraft Historical Society The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and CthulhuCon The Hollywood Theatre, Portland OR Copyright Status of Works by H.P. Lovecraft (The H.P. Lovecraft Wiki) Comment on this episode here or write contact@g2vpodcast.com or call 888-866-9010.
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