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Who is Kara Zor-El ? What is she dealing with? Did Lobo have to be here? Join Juan Sanmiguel and Arturo Serrano ( nerds of a feather ) as they take a flight with Supergirl (2026) . To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star Trek , Farscape , and others, visit our MarkWHO42 Classic Episodes YouTube play...

Mark Baumgarten and Jarrod Cooper present a special Doctor Who episode of MarkWHO42 addressing last week’s news that the show's Christmas special was canceled and that the BBC put Doctor Who out to competitive tender. Jarrod explained that "putting out to tender" is similar to government bid processes and does not mean the show has been canceled, but rather that the BBC is seeking new production t...

The new live-action Masters of the Universe has arrived. How did we get here? What worked in the film? How much of a fun time will you have? Join Vicky Jakubowski , Juan Sanmiguel , and Cora Buhlert as they explore the world of Masters of the Universe . Cora Buhlart is a writer, teacher, and translator from Bremen in North Germany . Three-time Hugo Awards finalist , 2022 Hugo winner for Best Fan W...

News dropped on Wednesday, 10th June 2026, regarding the future of Doctor Who ... As Linda Richman would say on Coffee Talk, " Doctor Who has neither been cancelled nor further under the tutelage of Bad Wolf & RTD... Discuss !" Host Mark Baumgarten and special guest cohosts, Jarrod Cooper and Zion Quiros , will do just that! To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featurin...

The Force is back on the big screen, and we're diving into The Mandalorian & Grogu . Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni bring their version of the galaxy from streaming to theaters—but does it work as a feature film, or is it simply an extra-long episode of the TV series? Does the movie lose sight of one of Star Wars ' enduring themes—that authoritarian, totalitarian government is bad—or does it find...

Step behind the mask—literally—with creature actor Jon Davey , whose work has shaped the look and feel of more than 50 episodes of modern Doctor Who , along with The Sarah Jane Adventures and numerous live Doctor Who events. From bringing iconic monsters like Daleks , Cybermen , and the Ood to life, to stepping into the boots of UNIT soldiers, Jon has done just about everything. Now he joins us to...

Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Doctor Who: The Movie with a deep dive into the TV film that relaunched (and possibly reshaped) the WHOniverse in unexpected ways. What hurdles did director Geoffrey Sax face between 1989 and 1996 to get the project greenlit? How was Steven Spielberg connected to the production? Why was it controversial to portray The Doctor as half-human? Is the film “too America...

Where did Sid and Marty Krofft get their start? How did two puppeteers end up shaping an entire generation of children’s television ? Which rising stars first appeared on their shows? Why were their early products so fantastical and psychedelic ? What surprising connections did their series have with Star Trek ? Why did Land of the Lost become their most popular and longest‑running show—and what i...

There are now " only " 95 missing episodes of Doctor Who . Where were the two episodes found that were just released on the BBC iPlayer and YouTube this past Good Friday? What is Film is Fabulous ? Was the find worth the hype? Join Mark Baumgarten and Juan Sanmiguel as they explore the return of The Nightmare Begins and Devil's Planet , episodes one and three of The Dalek's Master Plan . To listen...

The latest Star Trek series, Starfleet Academy , is now streaming on Paramount+ —but what does this new chapter reveal about a Federation that’s evolved? Why was the War College reestablished before Starfleet Academy ? Who are the cadets—and which ones rise above the rest? What tensions and challenges are simmering beneath the surface of service? How do the episodes connect to a larger story arc—a...

Roll out the Red Carpet and prepare the spotlights— Hollywood ’s biggest night is here. As the Crown Jewel of 2026 award season, the Oscar nominees spark debate and discussion everywhere from casino betting halls to countless American living rooms. In a year bursting with visionary direction, moving performances, and daring storytelling, the competition is tighter than ever. How does the Academy A...

In this episode, we chat with R. Alan Siler —author, podcaster, and musician. We explore his many fandoms and how they come together under his Kozmic Creative umbrella. Siler’s accomplishments span an impressive spectrum. He co-founded WHOlanta , a beloved Southeast fan convention celebrating Doctor Who and Stargate , whose origin story will soon be featured in a new documentary. Alan has authored...

Stranger Things has finished telling its story. What worked? What made it special? What do we anticipate seeing in the future? Join Juan Sanmiguel and Haley Zapal ( Hugo, Girl! and nerds of a feather, flock togethe r) as they take a trip to Hawkins and look at Stranger Things . Haley's review of the first part of Stranger Things season 5: http://www.nerds-feather.com/2025/12/stranger-things-season...

What happens when almost everyone in the world becomes part of a group mind? What is the ultimate objective of this group mind? How can the free minds stop them? Join Trish Matson , Juan Sanmiguel , and Paul Weimer as they look into Apple TV 's PLUR1BUS . To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star Trek...

Special guest host Jarrod Cooper leads a discussion on The War Between the Land and the Sea , the Doctor Who spin-off that aired on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer last December and still does not have a scheduled airdate for Disney+ worldwide. With him are regulars Juan Sanmiguel and Vicky Jakubowski . The show has only minor spoilers, so it is safe to listen to before seeing the mini-series itself....

Mark Baumgarten and Juan Sanmiguel interview Nick Seidler and Steven Warren Hill , the team behind the new book Fantastic! A Celebration of Fans Discovering Doctor Who. To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star Trek , Farscape , and others, visit our MarkWHO42 Classic Episodes YouTube playlist !

What happened to Khan on Ceti Alpha V before the arrival of the USS Reliant ? Did Kirk and Spock know Ceti Alpha VI was unstable? What led us to the Wrath of Khan ? Join Vicky Jakubowski and Juan Sanmiguel as they examine Star Trek: Khan . To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star Trek , Farscape , an...

How do you design an alien? Why create and write a blog? What does it take to make a 70s Bondian villain? Find the answers to these and other questions when Juan Sanmiguel sits down with multiple Hugo Award -winning writer John Scalzi . Image by Andrew Liptak To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star...

It’s the 50th anniversary of the cult classic film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and we are doing the Time Warp on today’s podcast.  Why did Richard O’Brien create the original stage production? Where was the movie filmed, and what is its connection to 1960s horror films? How was the cast selected, and who else was vying for a role? What was Tim Curry ’s inspiration for Frank’s accent?  How did i...

The second season of Peacemaker was released on HBO Max . Waller is out, and our merry band of misfits are dealing with the aftermath of Season One’s events. Rick Flag Sr. is now the head of A.R.G.U.S. and is looking for the truth behind his son’s death. Why do so many of the characters wrestle with themes of identity, guilt, and self-destruction? Which characters find redemption? Does the Justice...

Join Mark Baumgarten & Jarrod Cooper as they discuss the end of Disney Plus' partnership on worldwide distribution of Doctor Who , the scheduling update of The War Between the Land and the Sea for the UK, and the announcement that Russell T Davies was "talked into" coming back for the Doctor Who 2026 Christmas episode . All that plus more on this special extra episode of MarkWHO42 ! To listen...

Simply put... this week Mark Baumgarten , Vicky Jakubowski , Juan Sanmiguel , and Jarrod Cooper review Season Three of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds ... Hit it!!! To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star Trek , Farscape , and others, visit our MarkWHO42 Classic Episodes YouTube playlist !

What is the Legacy of Season 18 of the Classic Era of Doctor Who ? What did Bidmead get wrong? What did he get right? Ring the Cloister Bell and join Mark Baumgarten , Jarrod Cooper , and Juan Sanmiguel as they look into the career of Christopher H. Bidmead .  To listen to our previous episodes from 2012 to the present, featuring more than 150 celebrity interviews from shows like Doctor Who , Star...

This week, MarkWHO42 discussed James Gunn 's Superman movie, now streaming on HBO Max . If you don't want to hear spoilers, you've come to the wrong place... Vicky provides a detailed synopsis of the film, highlighting key plot points including {REDACTED} , {REDACTED}, and especially {REDACTED} ! Superman (2025) featured numerous callbacks to previous Superman iterations, particularly the Christop...

This time, MarkWHO42 interviews Elbert Smith ! Mark Baumgarten & Victoria Jakubowski talk to this screenwriter, previous video editor for TROMA Films , and current comic creator for the Doctor Who Appreciation Society 's Celestial Toyroom and for 77 Publishing 's upcoming BLAZER! annual! This fascinating discussion covers his career, Hammer Films , Doctor Who , and even Pam Grier .  To listen...