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Timecop TV Series - "Rocket Science" Review/Broadcast Obits S3E6 "Raiders of the Lost Delorean"

The conversation covers a variety of topics, including the popular TV show Resident Alien, discussions about TV shows and movies, a back in time inception, and a deep dive into the movies and music of 1944. The conversation covers the popular media of the mid-40s, including radio programs, comedies, and comic books. It also delves into the impact of wartime superhero comics, such as Captain America, on popular culture. Additionally, the discussion includes a movie in a minute segment, a nostalgic reflection, and a review of a Timecop episode titled 'Rocket Science.' The conversation delves into the complexities of time travel, exploring the twists and turns of altering history and the challenges of correcting it. It also highlights the dynamics between characters and the motivations of the show's villains. Additionally, the mechanics of time travel are discussed, raising questions about the practicalities and inconsistencies of the process. Takeaways * Resident Alien is a popular TV show with a unique premise. * The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including TV shows, movies, and music from different eras. Popular media in the mid-40s included radio programs, comedies, and comic books. * The impact of wartime superhero comics, such as Captain America, on popular culture. Time travel complications * Character dynamics Chapters * 00:00 Resident Alien with Stanley Tudic * 09:00 Back in Time with a Back in Time Inception * 22:44 1944: Movies and Music * 29:22 Popular Media in the Mid-40s * 36:05 Movie in a Minute and Nostalgia * 48:02 Timecop Episode: Rocket Science * 01:01:40 Time Travel Twists * 01:14:30 Villain Motivation

Timecop TV Series - "Public Enemy" Review/Broadcast Obituaries S3E5 "Timecop: The Paradox Thickens"

The conversation covers the impact of movie adaptations, the influence of TV shows from the late 90s, and the interconnectedness of TV shows and movies. It also highlights the differences between movie adaptations and their source material, the significant impact of TV shows from the late 90s on viewers, and the engaging yet frustrating interconnectedness of TV shows and movies. The conversation covers the SNL heyday, Disney's Steamboat Willie, Pasco's escape plan, best-selling songs of 1928, Amelia Earhart's Atlantic crossing, Pasco's influence on Al Capone, and Elliot Ness's detainment of Logan. The discussion also delves into Chris Farley's final TV appearance and the revolutionary impact of Disney's Steamboat Willie. The conversation covers various themes including time travel implications, character development, and the challenges of TV scheduling and streaming models. The episode ratings and descriptions of the next episode are also discussed, along with the podcast's statistics and closing remarks. Takeaways * Movie adaptations can differ significantly from their source material. * TV shows from the late 90s had a significant impact on viewers. * The interconnectedness of TV shows and movies can be both engaging and frustrating. SNL heyday * Revolutionary Disney film Time travel implications * Character development Chapters * 00:00 TV Shows of the Late 90s * 21:59 SNL Heyday and Chris Farley's Final TV Appearance * 30:02 Temporal Detention Facility and Pasco's Escape Plan * 36:30 Pasco's Influence on Al Capone and Elliot Ness's Detainment * 01:04:14 Closing Remarks and Podcast Statistics

Timecop TV Series - "Stalker" Review/Broadcast Obituaries S3E4 "You Ain't Nothin' but a...Hound Dog"

The conversation delves into the cultural impact of 1956, highlighting Elvis Presley's dominance in music and TV, as well as the enduring influence of movies and TV shows from that year. The conversation covers various topics, including Chuck Norris in a love scene, time travel inconsistencies, and the investigation of a murder in 1956 Hollywood. The discussion also delves into the TEC, the time sled, and the revelation of a character's true identity. Additionally, the conversation explores the presence of iconic figures like Lucille Ball and Marilyn Monroe in the narrative. The conversation methodically reviewed the TV show 'Broadcast Obituaries' and highlighted the inconsistent handling of time travel paradoxes and convoluted storytelling. The discussion covered plot inconsistencies, encounters with the Ripper, Logan's arrest, and the future stalker. The review also included a preview of the next episode and a discussion on time travel paradoxes. Takeaways * 1956: A Year of Dominance - Elvis Presley's significant impact on the music charts and TV screens in 1956. * Cultural Impact - The enduring influence of movies like 'The Wizard of Oz' and TV shows like 'The Price is Right' from 1956. Chuck Norris in a love scene * Time travel inconsistencies Inconsistent handling of time travel paradoxes * Convoluted storytelling and plot inconsistencies Chapters * 00:00 Pop Culture of 1956 * 22:32 Chuck Norris in a Love Scene * 29:02 TEC: The Dome and Ripple * 34:23 Investigating Johnny's Death * 41:01 Revelation of Ian Pasco * 46:18 Logan's Meeting with the Photographer * 56:03 Ripper's Future Plans * 01:02:38 Preview of Next Episode

Timecop TV Series - A NYC Caper "The Heist" Review/Broadcast Obituaries S3E3 "The Temporal Valet"

Rob and Aaron are back in the time sled for Episode 2 of the 1997 ABC sci-fi series Timecop. This week it's "The Heist" — Jack Logan jumps back to 1977 to solve a diamond heist gone wrong, and we break down whether this forgotten one-season wonder is living up to the promise of the Jean-Claude Van Damme film. In our Back in Time segment, we head to the box office for the weekend of September 29, 1997 — the week this episode originally aired. The Peacemaker with George Clooney and Nicole Kidman just debuted at #1, plus bangers like Men in Black, Air Force One, and a Jurassic Park film. It was a stacked fall movie season. Plus: Movie in a Minute! This week's B-movie breakdown is the 1997 creature feature Hideous! — we give you the whole plot in sixty seconds flat. If you love 90s sci-fi, forgotten TV shows, time travel, or just two guys nerding out about pop culture history, this is your podcast. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Broadcast Obituaries — Rewatching the shows that didn't make it.

Timecop TV Series - "A Rip in Time" Review/Broadcast Obituaries S3E2 "A Rippin' Time!"

Rob and Aaron kick off Season 3 with the 1997 ABC sci-fi series Timecop — the short-lived one-season spin-off of Jean-Claude Van Damme's 1994 action classic. Before diving into the TV show, we treat the original Timecop film as our pilot episode and break down whether it still holds up. Then it's on to the series premiere, "A Rip in Time," where newly minted Time Enforcement Commission officer Jack Logan jumps back to 1888 London to stop a killer who's taken the place of Jack the Ripper. In our Back in Time segment, we check in on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of September 22, 1997 — the night Timecop first hit ABC airwaves. Mariah Carey was sitting at #1 with "Honey," and we run through the rest of the top 10 to paint a picture of exactly what 90s pop culture sounded like that week. Plus: Movie in a Minute! This week, Aaron breaks down the 1997 horror oddity Puppet Master vs. Demonic Toys — the whole bizarre plot in sixty seconds flat. If you love 90s sci-fi, forgotten TV shows, time travel, Jean-Claude Van Damme, or just two guys deep-diving into pop culture history, this is your podcast. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Broadcast Obituaries — Rewatching the shows that didn't make it.