The White Rocket Babylon 5 & Sci Fi Review Podcast
babylon5reviewVan Allen Plexico & Andy Fix, along with occasional guests, review the entire Babylon 5 series, plus the movies, Crusade series, novels, comics and more--with deep dives, humor, respect and a critical eye that still retains an enduring love for the material. They discuss each episode's Themes and Influences, Best Moments, Notes and Factoids, Guest Stars, and Episode Ratings and Evaluations, among ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV ReviewsTV & Film | |||
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Andy, Van and Laura conclude their look back at the massive 3-hour premiere of Battlestar Galactica (1978)!
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Andy, Van and Laura look back at the original Battlestar Galactica series, beginning with the massive 3-hour premiere!
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Van and Laura look back at the original Battlestar Galactica series, prior to beginning the episode-by-episode review soon. (Andy is on assignment but will return soon!)
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John Ringer joins Van to discuss the recently-completed "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" series from HBO, adapting George R R Martin's novellas about a hedge knight and a mysterious little boy.
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- Van and Andy know what's up!
A very detailed and solid podcast that goes over episodes of Babylon 5 in a very formal and critical manner whilst still injecting some humour.
Apple Podcasts5The_Lizard_King1
Australia2 years ago - A dream given form…
This podcast is fantastic. I am loving the opportunity to rewatch B5 and enjoy the commentary and insights of two experts of both B5 and the overall sci fi genre. The hosts are both knowledgeable and entertaining and I look forward to my regular dose of this excellent podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Sir Camaris
United States4 years ago - The best B5 podcast out there
I have listened to them all Andy and Van Allen talk intelligently about this wonderful series. They will not spoil anything for new watchers either. If you love the show you must listen to this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Alysoun in RIUnited States5 years ago
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A knowledgeable duo (and occasional guests) deliver in-depth reviews across a wide swath of science fiction, with a focus on Babylon 5 and its extended universe, plus related series, films, comics, and novels. Episodes blend thoughtful analysis, humor, and affection for the material, often exploring themes, notable moments, guest stars, and episode-specific context while keeping a critical eye on storytelling, production history, and fan culture. The show stands out for its long-running coverage, ad-free format, and expansion into a broad sci-fi roster (Stargate Universe, Space: 1999, Battlestar Galactica, and more), offering a mix of nostalgia, theory-crafting, and detailed, craft-focused discussions that appeal to long-time fans and newco... more
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2. Richard Dean Anderson
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4. Laura Schroeder
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