The Sci-Fi Wise Guys

What do you do when the Earth begins to reject humanity? Can a change in the gaseous makeup of our atmosphere really cause these problems? How many Party City’s does it take to fill up a hot air balloon? And ammonia doesn’t burn purple! Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

Would you rather be stuck on the holodeck with Badgey or Barclay? Why would a core be a bunch of things instead of just one big one? We also spend way too much time on whether or not murder is murder. Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

We discuss the newest episode of Lower Decks and only get minimally off topic! Can true love be found in Starfleet? Mariner's experience says "no" but Bradward's parasite says "yes"! We also discuss continuity errors, felonies, and if Jennifer is an Andorian name! Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

This has been described as Game of Thrones for children, is that accurate? We discuss some inverted tropes and the expectations of the “nobility”. Does killing shaman grant you mysterious abilities? Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

One man’s visions become the rest of the world’s reality in this Sci-Fi action film that asks some important questions about “humanity” and what that really is. Should you deserve a half-day after destroying some expensive equipment? Music: Save Us Now by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We are reaching the half-way point of the first season! This episode touches on how relationships on the USS Cerritos can impact even the most un-important assignments. Also, who just flies around the galaxy with Genesis fluid on board their ship? Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

Our first real “Science Fiction” pilot! Come along on the ride of another lifetime as the Salvare travels to the origin system of a mysterious alien artifact. If you were an alien species, would you communicate with pigeons or Mozart? Have we found the worst first officer in the history of first officers? Music: Robotertanz by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

What happens when you try to combine Constantine, Charmed, and Buffy into a single movie? Our hyper intense lead broods and glares his way to the unknown reaches of Europe to stop The Four "Angels" of the Apocalypse. Dancing demons, confusing movie posters, and bad acting abound! Music: Robotertanz by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Crystals vs Wood, two materials enter, only you can decide who leaves! We figure out exactly how much time you need to complete assignments on the USS Cerritos. Watch as we see the captain make her first real bad decision of the show. We also discuss how Riker doesn’t get in trouble when he dates other members of the crew. Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

A Transformers fan and someone who knows who they are breakdown this new show from Rooster Teeth! Can this show hold the attention of its target audience? Do robots ever really die? Why are there six pedals when there are only four directions? We answer none of these questions and more! Music: Nightchaser by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We get a gritty visit to New Orleans in this crime action movie about an illegal drug that offers its users superpowers for 5 whole minutes. Can JGL and Jamie Foxx save this from becoming Project Mediocrity? Come listen and find out what the worst superpower you could have is! Music: Save Us Now by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Who was the worst Star Trek: The Next Generation character? What rank is Chief O'Brien? Why does Starfleet change their uniforms so often? How many references did we miss that you didn't? We discuss all this as well as the second episode of Star Trek: Lower Decks episode 2 in this bonus episode! Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

Is the new CBS All Access adult animated comedy 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' as horrible as they say or are Star Trek fans just a sensitive bunch? We explore this strange new show and try to determine if it is worth the price of subscription. Join the Sci-Fi Wise Guys as we boldly go where several reviewers have gone before! Music: Xenon Sentry by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

Several unearned Bond references don’t ruin this Sci-Fi romp from Netflix. Can our plucky team of Delta Force commandos bust these ghost-like foes? What happens when the CIA and DARPA team up? Listen in as our lead actor notices things around them that no one else does! Music: Save Us Now by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

For what seems like the 239th time this year, we are watching a show/film based on a comic book or graphic novel! If you have one of those and want to make a TV show or movie out of it, call Netflix. Tell them we sent you! A mysterious billionaire buys seven babies and tries to turn them into super heroes! Music: Switch Me On by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

This is Kingdom of B Movie heaven. The Sci-Fi Wise Guys learn all about how to film a castle. Why is peace celebrated by a tournament of gladiators fighting to the death? Questionable acting choices and great names wasted, Kingdom of Gladiators! Music: Switch Me On by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In a reimagining of the Arthurian legend, we find out who wielded Excalibur before Arthur. What is Nimue’s background? Why is she called a witch by a group of people who could be considered witches? Join The Sci-Fi Wise Guys as we delve into Frank Miller and Tom Wheeler’s illustrated novel adaptation. Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

The Old Guard takes an interesting glimpse into immortality. Join us as we spend a lifetime discussing this movie as it reflects inward onto itself. Living forever sounds great, but there are some things that you will never forget. Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We continue Mr. Morten’s secret quest to join a not-so-secret secret society. Do you believe there are werewolves or what Jack sees? Only Jack and Pops can solve the mystery of the neophyte slayings. Music: Robotertanz by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Is this John Cusack’s best work? Does Terminator exist in this world? (The movie, not the robots) How does androgynous haircut’s t-shirt stay clean? We try to answer these questions and more in this twisted robot love story. Music: Robotertanz by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Warrior Nun tries to tell a story about a group of nuns who are also warriors. Does this first episode do enough to catch the attention of the common viewer? What’s the point of a B story if you don’t do anything? We are ordained to find out what this new show from Netflix is about. Music: Switch Me On by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Is it possible to become a criminal mastermind in less than 2 hours? Do fairies actually have wings? We decide if this techno-magical story is fair or Fowl. Music: Switch Me On by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

It’s Hell Week! We follow a young man during his first week of college and his not so secret attempt at joining a secret society. Will Jack join the Order? Will he find the English building? Will he kill baby Hitler? Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In Occupation, a resistance group from a rural Australian town well….resists an extraterrestrial occupation. Is 2 hours enough time to unravel all these plot threads? Join us as we break down battle tactics, montages, alien interrogation, Mary Sues, and Jango Fatt in Upside Dawn! Music: Robotertanz by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Hard reboot or hard pass? Join the Sci Fi Wise Guys as we get to know the Charmed Ones in a TV show not aimed at our demographic. We also discuss if the show’s message was too heavy handed, off base, or on target. #NotAllBrians Music: Pulsar by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com