NEWS
- BSG is nowhere on streaming in the US
- Star Trek 4 enlists writer Steve Yockey (The Flight Attendant)
- Episode 1 Playing in theaters May 4th with special look at The Acolyte

OGTW
- Becker: Shogun, Road House
- Diaz: Helldivers II, THE FLASH v. 16: Wally West Returns, OGTW.008

MAIN TOPIC: Almost 27 years after it premiered on Fox the (animated) X-Men are back in X-MEN ‘97, a series that picks up where the original series ended. Michael and Joe give their take on the first three episodes (one liked it, one was meh, but who?).

From there it’s onto s03e09 of THE BAD BATCH, “The Harbinger.” Is the show treading water or advancing the story? The team has thoughts.

But what did you think? Let us know!

Welcome to The Kybercast!

#BSG #BattleStarGalactica #StarTrek4 #ThePhantomMenace #Shogun #RoadHouse #HelldiversII #TheFlash #WallyWest #Xmen97 #StarWars #TheBadBatch #StarWarsTheBadBatch

Kyber208 - Back To 97

🎬 Prepare for an epic celebration on Nerd To Know Basis #222 🤓: Is The Phantom Menace actually bad? 🌟 In honor of May the Fourth, we're diving deep into the controversy surrounding Star Wars Episode I, exploring international Free Comic Day, checking out new Lego releases, and sharing our fantastic experience at Kaizokucon! Aired - 04 - 05 - 24 

First off, we're tackling the age-old question: Is The Phantom Menace really as bad as everyone says? Join us as we revisit this divisive film, examining its strengths, weaknesses, and enduring legacy within the Star Wars saga.

But that's not all! In celebration of Free Comic Day, we're taking a worldwide tour of comic shops and events, highlighting the importance of this annual tradition and sharing our favorite finds from this year's offerings.

And speaking of celebrations, we're diving into the latest Lego releases, from iconic Star Wars sets to innovative new builds, exploring the creativity and craftsmanship that makes Lego a staple of geek culture.

Last but not least, we're reminiscing about our unforgettable time at Kaizokucon, sharing our favorite moments, cosplays, and panel discussions from this epic convention experience.

With so much excitement packed into one episode, you won't want to miss a minute of the action! So grab your lightsaber, dust off your favorite comic books, and join us for a nerdtastic journey through the galaxy and beyond!

#NerdToKnowBasis #StarWars #ThePhantomMenace #MayTheFourth #FreeComicDay #Lego #Kaizokucon #GeekCulture #Podcast #NerdLife 🌌📚🎉🎙️

Nerd To Know Basis #222 🤓: Is The Phantom Menace actually bad?

Happy SOMP Saturday - enjoy this episode where we take an even deeper dive into the funeral theme in the prequels and how each iteration of it has something to say. From The Phantom Menace to Revenge of the Sith there are so many insane parallels here. We have real-time piano in this one! We do also have some really special glitches and audio craziness as well. A communications disruption can mean only one thing, invasion...

As usual, let us know your thoughts about this episode! And above all, may the force be with you. 

Funeral of Padme Complete Music Youtube Channel:
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Artwork in the referenced YouTube video:
https://www.artstation.com/artwork/nQwqO6

Frank Lehman Star Wars Thematic Catalogue (PDF)
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Ep.2 The Funeral Theme: Deep Dive - Darth Vader, Palpatine, Qui-Gon, and Padme

Every saga has a beginning... and can you believe that it's been 25 years since Episode 1 came out? We can't!

Join Evan and John as they reminisce about this historic movie event, run through the toylines, share some memories, and beg Hasbro for some updated figures. How many times will John bust out the Jar Jar impression?

Be sure to follow the gang over on Instagram over at @SWTVC. Remember, #keep375alive and the may the Force be with you!

Happy Annie-versary (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bombad)

We had a helluva weekend folks. Friday night, the boy and an caught The Phantom Menace for the 25th anniversary re-release. Saturday, we caught Jeanne du Barry with Johnny Depp. Starring Johnny Depp, I mean we didn’t go see the movie with him. And Sunday we woke up and caught the first screening of The Fall Guy. Join Luke and I as we try to navigate our feelings around such an emotionally complicated weekend.

34.11 Wild Movie Weekend

After sixteen years of a fanbase growing into adulthood, George Lucas dropped fifty millon dollars of Lucasfilm Limited’s money into the surest bet in Hollywood history: The first film in a new trilogy of Star Wars films. Though distributed by Fox and produced by Rick McCallum, Star Wars, Episode I: The Phantom Menace would be exactly like the first film from 1977. Lucas would have total control over screenplay, production, casting, editing, and marketing. What emerged was the most controversial franchise film in history, a movie that conflicted with Canon, had red herrings, left some audiences confused, some angry, and had the greatest lightsaber duel in history. Twenty-five years later, Warren Hayes, Paul Emig and myself go through The Phantom Menace scene by scene as we lament what could have been and appreciate what we do like. Join us as we watch the Phantom Menace and discuss all thing Lucas: including racism, bad acting, our total respect for Ahmed Best, and how much all of us miss Marcia Lucas.

35 The Phantom Menace (1999)

After we recorded The Phantom Menace Commentary, Warren and Paul and I pontificated on the many reasons the film did not succeed even though it had tons of pluses to it. We discuss the action figure market, the genius of Carrie Fisher, and that thing we all hate with a passion: sand.

35.1 The Phantom Bonus

Which once-in-a-lifetime grail purchase left one collector sobbing, and another wandering his town in a stupor?

Why were Star Wars events like FonzCon, May the North and Rogue Fun so impactful?

What was it like to tour Lucasfilm with fellow collectors and club members?

And why should everyone be handed a B-Wing at some point in life?

Join host David Quinn for part two of a new three-part series that caps off a fantastic year of Star Wars friendship and fandom, and looks ahead to 2025.  

Hear from fellow Star Wars fans and collectors as they share the stories behind their favorite moments and pickups of 2024.

This is the year in review.  And this is Star Wars: Prototypes and Production!

To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site:
https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast

Links to the Episode on Various Podcast Platforms:

APPLE PODCASTS:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460

YOUTUBE MUSIC/PODCASTS:
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7UruGWpd8qKrObL8-DSLekomB8GuB1VT

SPOTIFY:
https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ

CASTBOX:
https://castbox.fm/channel/Star-Wars%3A-Prototypes-and-Production-id1904296?utm_source=website&utm_medium=dlink&utm_campaign=web_share&utm_content=Star%20Wars%3A%20Prototypes%20and%20Production-CastBox_FM

STITCHER:
https://www.stitcher.com/show/1054209

PANDORA:
https://www.pandora.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/PC:1001054209

PODBEAN:
https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/

AMAZON MUSIC:
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c98fb265-c233-43d9-ae3b-1102bfb03e45/star-wars-prototypes-and-production

PLAYERFM:
https://player.fm/series/2473540

SOUNDCLOUD:
https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks

PODVINE:
https://podvine.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production

iHEART:
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460

205. Star Wars Fans And Collectors Share Their Favorite Moments And Pickups Of The Year!

This stoned film found amongst the rubble could be a gem or complete trash depending upon your take!

The Film School Janitors break down the nonsense that is THE PHANTOM EMPIRE, and they drag you along for the ride!

YANKED FROM THE TRASH BIN: The Phantom Empire (1988) Review

ashtonsharrett & Tim.Griesbach talk about everything related to Star Wars Music. Feel free to discuss, share thoughts and ideas with us.

The Super 70 Podcast is a commentary you play along with the film for scene by scene analysis, or you can just listen in your car. Dylan Davis is the author of "FLYNN!", Dating Virginia, Buffalo Seine, and Threshold. He is a reader, listener, and appreciator of culture. Find him at www.thatdylandavis.com and on Twitter @thatdylandavis #super70podcast

Here’s a little story about a trio of janitors. 
Might have heard they worked at a well-known film school.
They picked up a few things other than trash. 
They might hate your movie, or if drunk think it’s cool.
Every now and then they get together for a lunch break. 
Trash talk some movie, or TV, or streaming.
Rodney and Jason and Sean – they all clean halls. 
If you listen close you can hear kids screaming: Film School Janitors!

2024 Music "Aries Beats - Escape" is is under a Creative Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0) license. 
2019 Music from YouTube Audio Library [Aka YAL]
2019 Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/8BkqPryqA5Q
2018 Music: https://www.instagram.com/jaelaredd/ 
NCU Theme Music from YouTube Audio Library [Aka YAL]
High School Hero · Silent Partner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iguumobmY_4

At your local top-tier film-and-TV school, these three lurk the halls… sweeping… scrubbing…mopping…

What you drop, they pick up.  But that’s not all they’re picking up.

You see, after twenty years of cleaning up after film students, they’ve learned something – most movies are garbage.

So whenever their lunch breaks align, they catch up on the latest Hollywood has to offer.

In between taking out the trash, they’re talking trash.

Rodney – Sean – Jason… They are The Film School Janitors

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Star Wars: Prototypes and Production is a podcast that provides an in-depth look into the Star Wars films, TV series, and books we love.  It also covers the Kenner and Hasbro toys, and examines the process of those toys, from concepts to prototypes to the ones that made it to the toy stores!  Join host David Quinn on a journey with fellow collectors to learn more about Star Wars and the fascinating hobby of collecting Star Wars toys.

This is the wonder of a galaxy far, far away.  And this is Star Wars: Prototypes and Production!

The Kybercast podcast is a podcast rooted in Geek culture — covering topics from film to comics and everything in between. Grounded in Star Wars but runs the table with Sci-Fi, Marvel and DC. hosted by Joe Becker and Michael Diaz.

SWTVC is an advocate for the "heritage scale" of Star Wars figures, and is always on the frontlines pushing for Hasbro to expand the current The Vintage Collection line and bring more newness to our galaxy!

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