Episode 427DW – Doctor Who: The Glamping Era
Mark Baumgarten and Jarrod Cooper present a special Doctor Who episode of MarkWHO42 addressing last week’s news that the show’s Christmas special was canceled and that the BBC put Doctor Who out to competitive tender. Jarrod explained that “putting out to tender” is similar to government bid processes and does not mean the show has…
Episode 427 – The Film Has the Power
The new live-action Masters of the Universe has arrived. How did we get here? What worked in the film? How much of a fun time will you have? Join Vicky Jakubowski, Juan Sanmiguel, and Cora Buhlert as they explore the world of Masters of the Universe. Cora Buhlart is a writer, teacher, and translator from…
Episode 426DW – Doctor Who and the Terror of the Competitive Tender
News dropped on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, regarding the future of Doctor Who… As Linda Richman would say on Coffee Talk, “Doctor Who has neither been cancelled nor further under the tutelage of Bad Wolf & RTD… Discuss!” Host Mark Baumgarten and special guest cohosts, Jarrod Cooper and Zion Quiros, will do just that!
Episode 426 – Travel Across the Galaxy with the Mandalorian and Grogu
The Force is back on the big screen, and we’re diving into The Mandalorian & Grogu. Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni bring their version of the galaxy from streaming to theaters—but does it work as a feature film, or is it simply an extra-long episode of the TV series? Does the movie lose sight of…
Episode 425 – Behind the Mask: Inside Doctor Who with Jon Davey
Step behind the mask—literally—with creature actor Jon Davey, whose work has shaped the look and feel of more than 50 episodes of modern Doctor Who, along with The Sarah Jane Adventures and numerous live Doctor Who events. From bringing iconic monsters like Daleks, Cybermen, and the Ood to life, to stepping into the boots of…
Episode 424 – Doctor Who: Coming to America – 30 Years Later
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Doctor Who: The Movie with a deep dive into the TV film that relaunched (and possibly reshaped) the WHOniverse in unexpected ways. What hurdles did director Geoffrey Sax face between 1989 and 1996 to get the project greenlit? How was Steven Spielberg connected to the production? Why was it controversial…
Episode 423 – Growing Up with Sid & Marty
Where did Sid and Marty Krofft get their start? How did two puppeteers end up shaping an entire generation of children’s television? Which rising stars first appeared on their shows? Why were their early products so fantastical and psychedelic? What surprising connections did their series have with Star Trek? Why did Land of the Lost…
Episode 422 – MarkWHO42 & The Daleks’ Master Plans
There are now “only” 95 missing episodes of Doctor Who. Where were the two episodes found that were just released on the BBC iPlayer and YouTube this past Good Friday? What is Film is Fabulous? Was the find worth the hype? Join Mark Baumgarten and Juan Sanmiguel as they explore the return of The Nightmare…
Episode 421 – Exploring Starfleet Academy: A New Era in Star Trek
The latest Star Trek series, Starfleet Academy, is now streaming on Paramount+—but what does this new chapter reveal about a Federation that’s evolved? Why was the War College reestablished before Starfleet Academy? Who are the cadets—and which ones rise above the rest? What tensions and challenges are simmering beneath the surface of service? How do…
Episode 420 – MarkWHO42 Goes to The Oscars
Roll out the Red Carpet and prepare the spotlights—Hollywood’s biggest night is here. As the Crown Jewel of 2026 award season, the Oscar nominees spark debate and discussion everywhere from casino betting halls to countless American living rooms. In a year bursting with visionary direction, moving performances, and daring storytelling, the competition is tighter than…
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