GateWorld Podcast

If the System Lords are making a house call, Sokar is threatening galactic domination, and Jack O'Neill is making time with some chick on the planet Edora, you know it must be Season Three of "Stargate SG-1!" It's one of our favorite years in Stargate history, and it's this week's discussion topic. GateWorld's Darren and David will talk about the stories, the characters, and the big moves in the show's mythology that make Season Three so great. And we'll hear which episodes podcast listeners think are the best of the year! We'll also run down all the latest news from the Stargate universe, and share a preview of GateWorld's upcoming video interview with Atlantis's Carson Beckett, actor Paul McGillion! Look for the Episode #40 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

On the table for discussion this week is the use of advanced technology in the Stargate universe! From transporters and locator chips to Merlin's weapon and the Ark of Truth, Darren and David ponder just how much these are storytelling devices, and how much they are used as crutches. We'll also find out what you think in this week's listener mail. As always, first we'll recap the latest news from the Stargate universe, and give you a very special preview of GateWorld's new interview with Samantha Carter actress Amanda Tapping! Look for the Episode #39 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

What do other people think of us? That's the question behind this week's main discussion, in which Darren and David are joined once again by our fan panel at the 2009 Vancouver Stargate convention. Plus GateWorld's own Tame Farrar is back to chat with us about science fiction fans and how we are perceived (and stereotyped) by family, friends, co-workers and the media at large. Are you considered the "oddball" in your family? Do you hide your love of sci-fi from others? Do you feel like an outsider? But first we'll recap a ton of Stargate news from the previous week, and run down the latest additions to GateWorld. We also have more listener comments at the end of the show. Look for the Episode #38 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

GateWorld is live on the scene at Creation's official Vancouver Stargate convention! For this very special episode of the podcast we assembled a panel of seven fans to talk about the convention itself, the ups and downs of fandom, the cast of "Stargate Universe" and more. We'll also play you some new interview clips that are hot off the press, and say hi to some surprise guests who dropped in on us! Look for the Episode #37 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

GateWorld's audio-in-your-brain guide to the history of Stargate is back this week, as Darren and David talk about Season Two of "Stargate SG-1!" It's a great season with big expansion to the series mythology and some of our favorite episodes, though also a few worth an eye-roll. To find out what we think, give this week's podcast a listen. First we'll discuss the newest additions to GateWorld, plus our plans for covering this week's official Stargate convention in Vancouver, B.C.! And we'll hear from listeners on a variety of interesting topics in the mailbag segment. Look for the Episode #36 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

This week is the second installment of the GateWorld Podcast's open line night! It's where you pick the topics we talk about and share what's on your mind. Up in this week's installment: time-shifting vs. live viewing, "Battlestar Galactica" and "LOST" (beware of spoilers for "LOST" Seasons Two and Three), the "Stargate Universe" characters and character deaths, GateWorld criticisms, "Stargate Worlds" ... and much, much more! But first we'll talk about the latest news from the Stargate universe and new additions to GateWorld, including a listen to the brand new teaser for "Stargate Universe!" Watch the 30-second spot now on GateWorld, and then find out what we thought of it. Look for the Episode #35 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

This week's podcast is the first in a new series of "Stargate Metaphysics!" Darren and David talk about the age-old topic of whether an artificial life form can be considered "alive." For the Stargate franchise, the question is about Replicators -- particularly the Asurans and other human-form Replicators, some of which are portrayed as very sympathetic characters. Are they alive? Are they sentient? And do they have rights? But first we'll run down the latest Stargate news, and give you a preview of our upcoming interview with "Stargate" composer Neal Acree. Look for the Episode #34 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

Was the introduction of Earth's interstellar ships a good thing or a bad thing for the Stargate franchise? In this week's podcast Darren and David look at the history of the fleet and its impact on the way that SG-1 and Atlantis told stories -- both in adding new dimensions, and in taking attention away from the gate itself as the show's centerpiece. We have our thoughts, and we'll also hear what listeners have to say on the topic. But first we'll recap the last week's worth of Stargate news, and new additions to GateWorld! Look for the Episode #33 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

Our guide to Stargate history continues this week as Darren and David discuss the very first season of "Stargate SG-1!" Which episodes still stand out as some of the series' best? Which deserve to be called clunkers? We'll discover just how important the first season was, both in creating the show's universe and in establishing the identities of Jack, Daniel, Teal'c, and Sam. We'll also run down the latest news from the Stargate universe, including last week's BIG "SGU" casting news! And we'll find out what listeners have to say about Season One in the mailbag segment. Look for the Episode #32 Show Notes at GateWorld.net!

As we count down to this fall's big premiere of Stargate Universe, Darren and David stop to consider just what we want this new show to be. What will make the show a hit -- with fans and non-fans alike -- and move the franchise forward? Is arc-based storytelling really better than episodic? And what does it mean to "take risks?" We'll also give you a quick recap of the latest Stargate news, and hear what listeners have to say in the mailbag segment. Look for the Episode #31 Show Notes at GateWorld.net!

Here's your travel guide to the next Stargate convention! Our resident expert Tame Farrar joins David for this week's main discussion, all about Stargate fan events. We'll chat about official and unofficial conventions, touring the set of Stargate during the Vancouver events, costumes, smart budgeting, and what is most important of all: the people. What is a convention like? How much should you expect to spend? If you're thinking of going to an event, don't miss this show. We'll also preview our upcoming interview with "Richard Woolsey" actor Robert Picardo, and run down the latest Stargate news and site features. Look for the Episode #30 Show Notes at GateWorld.net!

Let's go back to where it all began! The GateWorld Podcast begins its tour through the history of the Stargate franchise with "Stargate" the movie, the 1994 summer blockbuster starring Kurt Russell and James Spader. Darren and David talk about the highs and lows of the film, how well it was transitioned to television, and whether it holds up after nearly 15 years. This week we also have a preview of our new interview with "Brain Storm" guest star Bill Nye, plus the latest Stargate news and site features. Look for the Episode #29 Show Notes at GateWorld.net!

This week Darren and David are kicking back for our first "Open Line" night, where we talk about whatever is on listeners' minds -- from GateWorld's history to the Replicators, and from the final two seasons of "Stargate SG-1" to why we love science fiction. And more. We'll also run down the latest Stargate news and news GateWorld features, and give podcast listeners a preview of our upcoming interview with "Baal" actor Cliff Simon. Look for the Episode #28 Show Notes at GateWorld.net!

In this special "Atlantis Deconstructed" installment of the podcast, Darren and David get their hands dirty digging into the show that was and the show we wished it would have been. Where did the second Stargate television series triumph, and where did it fall short? (WARNING: Your opinions may vary.) We'll also discuss the latest news and GateWorld updates, and give podcast listeners an exclusive early preview of our first interview with "Stargate Universe's" Brian J. Smith ("Lt. Matthew Scott")! Look for the Episode #27 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.

The fifth season of "Stargate Atlantis" has drawn to a close. How does it measure up to the first four years? Darren and David run down their favorite episodes and moments from the past year, and discuss major storylines and plot developments. There is also big casting news to talk about for "Stargate Universe" this week! We'll run down the latest, and give you a special sneak preview of our upcoming interview with Stargate Atlantis guest star Connor Trinneer ("Michael"). In this week's Listener Mail segment, Stargate fans share their thoughts on Season Five and other topics. Look for the Episode #26 Show Notes at GateWorld.net.