Episode 5

Star Trek: Lower Decks – S05E05 – Starbase 80?!

Buckle up, ensigns, we’re going to STARBASE 80! *horrified shrieks* This episode is canonizing Roddenberry’s fever dreams. Mariner and Captain Freeman might be on track to swap places. Laugh along with Jim and A.Ron as they embark on another truly funny and adventurous episode of Star Trek: Lower Decks!

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The Rings of Power – S02E05 – Halls of Stone – Feedback

A.Rondir and Jimifell hone in with their tuning crystal to observe your feedback. Galadriel has “ring-brain”. Celery Bimbo has an unexpected role to play. And speaking of dear Celery Bimbo, his workshop is an OSHA nightmare. Who has these rings by the time we get to Frodo’s journey?

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The Rings of Power – S02E05 – Halls of Stone

A.Rondir, renowned elf-racist, and Jimifell dig deeper into the problems of the mountain. There is a meeting of the seven Dwarven families…not unlike the family meetings in The Godfather. The treachery of the rings becomes undeniable. Celery Bimbo is about to unleash usher evil into the world.

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House of the Dragon – S02E05 – Regent

Lord Commander A.Ron is out on patrol, so joining King Jimhaerys is Maester Anthony from the Double Dragon podcast. The Maester will council the King on the flavors of the sky and the history of tapestries. As the conflict progresses, learn wisdom from the Maester himself.

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House of the Dragon – S02E05 – Instant Talk

We’re talking about House of the Dragon Season 2. Jump in the chat and submit your questions/commentary.

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The Boys – S04 – Series Wrap Up

This episode is a bit different. Jim and A.Ron give an update on why they are stopping their The Boys coverage as of this episode.

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The Bear – S03E05-7 – Children, Napkins, Legacy

The Fak of the matter is this show is serving one stellar episode after another. Jim and A.Ron are ready to gorge on the middle of season 3 of The Bear. Has Carmy learned to get out his own way? Can Ritchie figure out how to not f up? Will Sugar’s baby also have a sarcastic, food-related nickname? Sink your teeth into this podcast to find out.

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Dark Matter – S01E05 – Worldless

What worlds will Prime Jason find behind the doors in this episode of Dark Matter? As he struggles with the drug and grounding his emotions, Leighton looks to increase his influence. Daniela starts to wonder what will happen to her once Jason finds what he is looking for. Join Jim and A.Ron as they jump from world to world searching for answers.

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Jim & A.Ron on HOTD – S01E05 – Book vs. Show!

In this portion of the adaptation, it’s a question of timing and details, like trying to remember all of the events of a dream after waking. The book’s differences feature Cristin Cole’s motivations, Daemon’s relationship with his first wife, and Rhaenyra’s feelings towards Alicent. For this episode, Jim and A.Ron are covering pages 370 – 372 of the hardcover version of Fire and Blood corresponding to the episode We Light The Way.

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Why is Mr. Feeny a Car?! – S03E05 – Diff’rent Strokes (1978) – S05E16-17 – “The Bicycle Man”

Here it is. The tactical nuclear bomb of very special episodes: “The Bicycle Man”. This is some rough stuff, and no wonder it’s become a core gen-x traumatic memory. Are you ready to see Arnold dodge an experienced pedophile while spitting one liners to the audiences’ over the top laugh track despite the absolutely horrible things are happening? If so, you might come away surprised at how well this incredibly difficult subject is handled!

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