Nathan
@dastari.bsky.social
Lover, Explorer, Scholar, and host of The 42cast podcast. I chronicle what I watch and apply my own critiques especially with Doctor Who.
Even though I love all of Star Trek, DS9 has always been my favorite Trek. It was a great experience to talk with a lot of people that I respect to discuss the finer points of this series and what made it so special.
Join @alkrea.bsky.social @rumielf.bsky.social @markfinn.bsky.social & Miranda as we discuss the groundbreaking series, #StarTrek Deep Space Nine 42cast.com/index.php/20... @4terryfarrell.bsky.social @nanavisitor.bsky.social #scifi
The 42cast Episode 273: Boldly Going Nowhere
This week Stephanie is cohost and Juliette, Miranda, and Mark join the cast to discuss Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Even though I love all of Star Trek, DS9 has always been my favorite Trek. It was a great experience to talk with a lot of people that I respect to discuss the finer points of this series and what made it so special.
I remember the Muppet Show from when I was really, really young. It must have been on second run some time in the early 80's, because I was 2 or 3 when it went off the air. I have *always* been entertained by these characters and love whenever they get a new iteration.
Join Beth, Eric, Tom, Miranda, and Steve as they join the cast to talk about #themuppets 42cast.com/index.php/20... @imcarolburnett.bsky.social @stevemartinreally.bsky.social @lyndacarter.bsky.social @markhamillofficial.bsky.social #muppet #puppetry #marionette #scifi #fantasy #film #TV
The 42cast Episode 272: No Strings Attached
This week Beth; Eric; Tom; Miranda; and newcomer, Steve, join the cast to discuss the Muppets.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
I remember the Muppet Show from when I was really, really young. It must have been on second run some time in the early 80's, because I was 2 or 3 when it went off the air. I have *always* been entertained by these characters and love whenever they get a new iteration.
We've been waiting decades for an MCU version of the Fantastic Four, so did it live up to the hype? Check out the episode to find out.
Join @malletsb4thought.bsky.social @newlegendmike.bsky.social & @pagebranson.bsky.social as we discuss how the #MCU takes its first steps with the #FantasticFour 42cast.com/index.php/20... #scifi #filmsky #moviesky
The 42cast Episode 271: The First Step's a Doozy
This week Stephen, Michael, and Page join the cast to discuss Fantastic Four: First Steps.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:50 PM
We've been waiting decades for an MCU version of the Fantastic Four, so did it live up to the hype? Check out the episode to find out.
It was so surreal that someone insisted to me that men and women see Gargoyles differently, but never explained how. They said that their podcast would explain, but their show ended before they ever released their Gargoyles episodes. Now, I'm seeing if this is true.
Years ago we were told that men and women see #Gargoyles differently, so we're testing that out. After our all women panel, @pneumaz.bsky.social @natebob.bsky.social & Kevin join the cast to talk about this amazing show. 42cast.com/index.php/20... @imkeithdavid.bsky.social #scifi #disney
The 42cast Episode 270: Defenders of the Night
This week Kevin, Shaun, and Nate join the cast to discuss Disney's Gargoyles.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:25 PM
It was so surreal that someone insisted to me that men and women see Gargoyles differently, but never explained how. They said that their podcast would explain, but their show ended before they ever released their Gargoyles episodes. Now, I'm seeing if this is true.
As much as I thought that Discovery never stuck the landing on ending the seasons, I loved the characters and was sorry to see it go. Had a lovely discussion talking about the finer points of the final season and looking forward to seeing some of the characters in Starfleet Academy.
Join @alkrea.bsky.social @malletsb4thought.bsky.social & @geekstranger.bsky.social as we discuss #startrek Discovery S5. 42cast.com/index.php/20... #scifi #startrekdiscovery #discovery @actordougjones.bsky.social @wilsoncruz.bsky.social @tignotaro.bsky.social @eliastoufexis.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 269: The Quest Is Its Own Reward?
This week Stephanie is cohost and Stephen joins the cast to discuss Star Trek: Discovery season 5.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:30 PM
As much as I thought that Discovery never stuck the landing on ending the seasons, I loved the characters and was sorry to see it go. Had a lovely discussion talking about the finer points of the final season and looking forward to seeing some of the characters in Starfleet Academy.
Blake's 7 is one of those unsung gems that's a really gripping TV series. It was such a privilege to interview Jan and Brian and talk to them about their time in the series.
Drop by and listen to an interview from Chicago TARDIS 2024 when we interview Jan Chappell and Brian Croucher of Blake's 7 fame. 42cast.com/index.php/20... #scifi #blakes7
The 42cast Episode 268: Chicago TARDIS 2024 - Interview with Jan Chappell & Brian Croucher
This week we present a convention interview from Chicago TARDIS 2024 when Nathan interviewed Jan Chappell and Brian Croucher about Blake's 7.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:50 AM
Blake's 7 is one of those unsung gems that's a really gripping TV series. It was such a privilege to interview Jan and Brian and talk to them about their time in the series.
Everyone, The 42cast was cited in this article about X-Men: The Animated Series! www.slashfilm.com/2047553/why-... #xmen
Why X-Men: The Animated Series Never Featured Kitty Pryde - SlashFilm
Kitty Pryde is a major figure in X-Men comics. So why didn't the 1990s animated series ever feature her as a character, even as a supporting player?
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December 29, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Everyone, The 42cast was cited in this article about X-Men: The Animated Series! www.slashfilm.com/2047553/why-... #xmen
There are a lot of opinions being dropped about the MCU these days. In this episode we really dive deep into the last few years of stories and talk about what we see as the trends, what we think are missed opportunities, and what we expect and what we hope for in Phase Six.
Join @onedecibelle.bsky.social @selfwinding.bsky.social & Mike as we discuss Phase Five of the #MCU 42cast.com/index.php/20... @kevfeige.bsky.social #marvelstudios #phasefive #disneyplus #disney #marvel #scifi
The 42cast Episode 267: Phased and Confused
This week Anji, Alli, and Mike join the cast to discuss Phase Five of the MCU.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:05 PM
There are a lot of opinions being dropped about the MCU these days. In this episode we really dive deep into the last few years of stories and talk about what we see as the trends, what we think are missed opportunities, and what we expect and what we hope for in Phase Six.
If you're following me I'd really appreciate if you would also follow my show, @42cast.bsky.social
December 19, 2025 at 9:46 PM
If you're following me I'd really appreciate if you would also follow my show, @42cast.bsky.social
I really love the Daredevil film and have ever since I first saw it. It's one of the few times that I've watched a movie three times in the theater. People hate on it a lot, but it's a story about hope after going through dark times with some fantastic performances. It was great talking about it.
Join @onedecibelle.bsky.social @natebob.bsky.social & Eric as we discuss the 2003 #daredevil film as well as Daredevil comic issues 173-184. 42cast.com/index.php/20... #marvelcomics #20thcenturyfox #scifi
The 42cast Episode 266: Darefleck Begins (Screen Reads 2)
This week Anji, Eric, and Nate join the cast to talk about the Daredevil film's theatrical and directors cuts as well as Daredevil #173-184.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:20 PM
I really love the Daredevil film and have ever since I first saw it. It's one of the few times that I've watched a movie three times in the theater. People hate on it a lot, but it's a story about hope after going through dark times with some fantastic performances. It was great talking about it.
I participated in a table read for the unproduced season finale of the Babylon 5 spinoff, Crusade. Go check it out! babylon5review.podbean.com/e/crusade-12... #Babylon5 #Crusade #Scifi
Crusade 122: End of the Line: The Table Read | The White Rocket Babylon 5 & Sci Fi Review Podcast
Van and Andy are joined by Laura Schroeder, Nathan Laws and Connie Fix to perform a live reading of the script for Crusade 122: End of the Line (with slight modifications to the stage directions to ma...
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December 11, 2025 at 9:03 PM
I participated in a table read for the unproduced season finale of the Babylon 5 spinoff, Crusade. Go check it out! babylon5review.podbean.com/e/crusade-12... #Babylon5 #Crusade #Scifi
I can't say enough good stuff about Gargoyles. This show took animation to the next level with nuanced characters and storylines with subtle arcs that interwove all the world's folklore into a single narrative. I highly recommend checking it out and then listening to our episode on it.
Join @rumielf.bsky.social @zombilicious.bsky.social, Rachele, and Miranda as we discuss the best animated show of the 90's, #Gargoyles 42cast.com/index.php/20... #disney #scifi @imkeithdavid.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 265: We Live Again
This week Rachele, Juliette, Miranda, and Kori join the cast to discuss Disney's Gargoyles.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:59 AM
I can't say enough good stuff about Gargoyles. This show took animation to the next level with nuanced characters and storylines with subtle arcs that interwove all the world's folklore into a single narrative. I highly recommend checking it out and then listening to our episode on it.
When I saw how poorly Marvel was promoting Ironheart, I thought it was because they must have thought that it was awful. Imagine my surprise when I watched it and really appreciated the thought-provoking journey that it took us through. If you haven't watched check it out and then listen to us talk.
Join @geekstranger.bsky.social @jdjackson.bsky.social & Daviorr as we discuss the Disney+ series #Ironheart. We get into the characters, the plot, the marketing, the themes, and so much more. Give it a listen and let us know what you think! 42cast.com/index.php/20... #MCU #scifi
The 42cast Episode 264: Let's Make a Deal
This week Ryan, Daviorr, and J.D. join the cast to discuss the Marvel television series, Ironheart.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:53 PM
When I saw how poorly Marvel was promoting Ironheart, I thought it was because they must have thought that it was awful. Imagine my surprise when I watched it and really appreciated the thought-provoking journey that it took us through. If you haven't watched check it out and then listen to us talk.
I didn’t get one last year, so I made sure that was rectified this year.
November 27, 2025 at 7:01 AM
I didn’t get one last year, so I made sure that was rectified this year.
Here is my #ChicagoTARDIS schedule:
Friday:
12:00 - Spotlight on: Susan Foreman
2:00 - Classic Doctor Who as a Document of Imperial Colonialism
3:00 - Interview: Carole Ann Ford
4:00 - Interview: Frazer Hines and Michael Troughton
8:00 - Trekking Along (Star Trek panel)
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Friday:
12:00 - Spotlight on: Susan Foreman
2:00 - Classic Doctor Who as a Document of Imperial Colonialism
3:00 - Interview: Carole Ann Ford
4:00 - Interview: Frazer Hines and Michael Troughton
8:00 - Trekking Along (Star Trek panel)
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November 25, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Here is my #ChicagoTARDIS schedule:
Friday:
12:00 - Spotlight on: Susan Foreman
2:00 - Classic Doctor Who as a Document of Imperial Colonialism
3:00 - Interview: Carole Ann Ford
4:00 - Interview: Frazer Hines and Michael Troughton
8:00 - Trekking Along (Star Trek panel)
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Friday:
12:00 - Spotlight on: Susan Foreman
2:00 - Classic Doctor Who as a Document of Imperial Colonialism
3:00 - Interview: Carole Ann Ford
4:00 - Interview: Frazer Hines and Michael Troughton
8:00 - Trekking Along (Star Trek panel)
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It feels like it's becoming common practice to slag off the original Doctor Who series as sexist, but how does it really stack up both against other shows of the time or against the new series? It's a serious topic, but as Doctor Who fans we thought it was well worth discussing.
Join @felicityk.bsky.social, Annie, & Miranda as they come on the show to discuss "Is Doctor Who sexist?" 42cast.com/index.php/20... #DoctorWho #esonetwork #scifi @manningofficial.bsky.social @louisejameson.bsky.social @janetfielding.bsky.social @nicolabryant.bsky.social @sophiealdred.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 263: Is Doctor Who Sexist?
This week Miranda, Annie, and Felicity join the cast to discuss whether Doctor Who is sexist.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:59 PM
It feels like it's becoming common practice to slag off the original Doctor Who series as sexist, but how does it really stack up both against other shows of the time or against the new series? It's a serious topic, but as Doctor Who fans we thought it was well worth discussing.
Spartacus is one of those movies that everyone should watch at least once. We pulled together a panel of people that had seen the film several times before and two people who had never seen it at all. Give it a listen as we discuss why this movie is still talked about.
Join @newlegendmike.bsky.social @natebob.bsky.social & Ashley as we talk about the legendary film #spartacus starring Kirk Douglas and directed by Stanley Kubrick. We discuss the plot, acting, dialog, direction, themes, behind-the-scenes and more. Check it out! 42cast.com/index.php/20... #epic #film
The 42cast Episode 262: I Am Spartacus
This week Ashley, Michael, and Nate join the cast to discuss the movie, Spartacus.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Spartacus is one of those movies that everyone should watch at least once. We pulled together a panel of people that had seen the film several times before and two people who had never seen it at all. Give it a listen as we discuss why this movie is still talked about.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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I've never played the Fallout games, but this show immediately hooked me with the overall tone & the retro-futuristic vibe. It's offbeat & funny while looking absolutely amazing and also being a bit disturbing and exciting. Love it and can't wait for S2. Have some fun and listen to us discuss.
Join @pneumaz.bsky.social @markfinn.bsky.social & @zombilicious.bsky.social as we discuss the amazing ride that is Amazon Prime's #Fallout 42cast.com/index.php/20... #ESOnetwork @kyle-maclachlan.bsky.social @leslieuggams.bsky.social @johnnypemberton.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 261: Vaulting the Apocalypse
This week Shaun, Mark, and Kori join the cast to discuss the Fallout TV series.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:28 PM
I've never played the Fallout games, but this show immediately hooked me with the overall tone & the retro-futuristic vibe. It's offbeat & funny while looking absolutely amazing and also being a bit disturbing and exciting. Love it and can't wait for S2. Have some fun and listen to us discuss.
Great to see the Netflix series acknowledged. I really hope to see more of this on Disney+ beyond more seasons of Born Again and the Punisher special. Would "really" love to have Heroes for Hire and/or Daughters of the Dragon.
Listen to us talk about this glorious return.
Listen to us talk about this glorious return.
Join @markfinn.bsky.social @selfwinding.bsky.social Eric, and Thom as we discuss #daredevilbornagain 42cast.com/index.php/20... #ESOnetwork #mcu #scifi #disneyplus @vincentdonofrio.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 260: Fiskal Policies
This week Mark, Alli, Eric, and Thom join the show to discuss Daredevil: Born Again.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Great to see the Netflix series acknowledged. I really hope to see more of this on Disney+ beyond more seasons of Born Again and the Punisher special. Would "really" love to have Heroes for Hire and/or Daughters of the Dragon.
Listen to us talk about this glorious return.
Listen to us talk about this glorious return.
Nathan: I love that the Punisher's love-language is, "well I didn't kill you, so I must like you."
Mark: It's the gift of life!
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Mark: It's the gift of life!
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November 3, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Nathan: I love that the Punisher's love-language is, "well I didn't kill you, so I must like you."
Mark: It's the gift of life!
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Mark: It's the gift of life!
"The 42cast" Epsiode 260
Excited for the greatest night of the year tonight when we all get one extra hour of sleep. #daylightsavingstime
November 1, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Excited for the greatest night of the year tonight when we all get one extra hour of sleep. #daylightsavingstime
Sometimes it's just fun to appreciate a bad film with some friends, and this episode celebrates MST3K doing this for decades. There are lots of eras and we all have our preferences, but the show has always been funny. Listen to us chat about a great series!
Join Beth @pagebranson.bsky.social & @markfinn.bsky.social as we discuss #MST3K. 42cast.com/index.php/20... @tracebeaulieu.bsky.social @frankconniff.bsky.social @billcorbett.bsky.social @jelvisweinstein.bsky.social @maryjopehl.bsky.social @felicia.day @pattonoswalt.bsky.social #esonetwork #scifi
The 42cast Episode 259: I Should Really Just Relax
This week Beth, Page, and Mark join the show to discuss Mystery Science Theater 3000.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Sometimes it's just fun to appreciate a bad film with some friends, and this episode celebrates MST3K doing this for decades. There are lots of eras and we all have our preferences, but the show has always been funny. Listen to us chat about a great series!
I know that a lot of people won't give The Man in the High Castle a try, because they think that it would be too depressing, but it just isn't the case. The series shows that even when things look bleak that there's always hope. This is a show well worth watching.
Join Jess and Leigh as they come on the show to talk about #AmazonPrime 's #ManintheHighCastle 42cast.com/index.php/20... #ESOnetwork #scifi #multiverse @joeldelafuente.bsky.social @djqualls.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 258: Film Fest
This week Jess and Leigh join the cast to talk about Man in the High Castle.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM
I know that a lot of people won't give The Man in the High Castle a try, because they think that it would be too depressing, but it just isn't the case. The series shows that even when things look bleak that there's always hope. This is a show well worth watching.
I feel like What If..? was a real mixed bag. It had some amazing storylines, but towards end it just puttered out. I still boggle at how many good What If scenarios were left by the wayside to do some incredibly outlandish ones. Still, we had a blast talking season 3 and we hope you do too!
Join @onedecibelle.bsky.social @selfwinding.bsky.social & Director Faber as we discuss Marvel's #WhatIf Season 3 42cast.com/index.php/20... #ESOnetwork #scifi @jfreewolny.bsky.social @deveryjacobs.bsky.social @alisonsealysmith.bsky.social @natashalyonne.bsky.social @markhamillofficial.bsky.social
The 42cast Episode 257: What the--?!
This week Director Faber, Anji, and Alli join the cast to talk about What If..? season 3.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM
I feel like What If..? was a real mixed bag. It had some amazing storylines, but towards end it just puttered out. I still boggle at how many good What If scenarios were left by the wayside to do some incredibly outlandish ones. Still, we had a blast talking season 3 and we hope you do too!