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Ghostbusters (Incomparable 64) from 2016-03-04T17:58:30

Hey, there’s a new“Ghostbusters” trailer! From 2011, here’s our discussion of the original 1984 film.

Die Hard (Incomparable 17) from 2016-01-14T17:21:30

Rest in peace, Hans Gruber. In 2010 we declared“Die Hard” the best Christmas movie ever.

Inside Out (Incomparable 254) from 2015-10-30T21:55:45

If you didn’t listen to our episode about“Inside Out” back in July, well, the movie’s available on video now. So watch it. And then listen as we draw a circle around our ...

Back to the Future (Incomparable 41) from 2015-10-19T19:22:10

From 2011: Turn on your flux capacitors, calculate how many“jigabytes” your hard drive contrains, and prepare for our deconstruction of the“Back to the Future” movie seri...

Man Versus Mars (Incomparable 187) from 2015-09-21T16:55:24

“The Martian” is about to hit theaters, but we talked about the book version in early 2014. Get caught up!

John Scalzi and more (Incomparable 37) from 2015-08-31T16:11:33

We hear that sci-fi writer John Scalzi is popular. Back in 2011 we talked about a bunch of his books, especially the Old Man’s War series.

The Comic-Con Episode (Incomparable 152) from 2015-08-01T15:02:16

This may or may not be one of our best episodes, but it’s our best episode recorded outdoors. In the spirit of summer, please enjoy this somewhat rambly but quite amusing discussion with S...

Star Wars Episode 3 - The Complete Omnibus (Incomparable 237-238) from 2015-06-21T16:39:08

Earlier this year we watched“Star Wars: Episode 3 - Revenge of the Sith” and then reviewed it with our usual precision and cruelty. This is a special, never-before-released cut of th...

Star Wars Episode 1 - The Complete Omnibus (Incomparable 136-137) from 2015-06-15T00:47:11

Back in 2014 we watched“Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace” and then reviewed it. Mercilessly. This is a special, never before released cut of the two-part episode, putting ev...

A Superhero Draft (Incomparable 149) from 2015-06-01T03:32:10

From 2013: The Incomparable’s Superhero Draft is now in session, and justice is on the clock! Hear our collection of panelists assemble several excellent super-teams. Who will inhabit the ...

Emperor Aquaman (Incomparable 44) from 2015-05-19T15:51:22

Same as it ever was. Right now Marvel is undergoing a major comic-book reboot, and DC Comics is in the throes of its own continuity-charged event. So let’s go back to 2011 and remember the...

TV Fantasy Pitches (Incomparable 59) from 2015-05-10T17:15:03

We conclude our TV Fantasy Draft with the unveiling of our series pitches. Vampire and ghost detectives! Star Trek meets the West Wing! A sitcom starring a robot and an omnipotent being! A gritt...

Glenn Won on Jeopardy! (Incomparable 112) from 2015-04-25T22:12:16

Our very own Glenn Fleishman was on three episodes of“Jeopardy!” in 2012. We debriefed him about his adventures immediately on his return, and then banked the episode until they aire...

Superman v Audience (Incomparable 146) from 2015-04-19T06:21:11

If you saw the“Batman v Superman” trailer and wenteeeuuuuuuuggggh, well, enjoy our review of“Man of Steel.” We start out with a lot of praise, but then we get to...

Cancelled TV Shows Draft (Incomparable 55) from 2015-04-04T16:56:59

This might have been our first fantasy draft episode! In this one we pick TV shows who died before their natural lifespan.

Summer Reading List (Incomparable 99) from 2015-03-21T21:06:02

From 2012: An enormous list of books we think you should read. They’re all still as good as they were three years ago, so dig in!

The original"Star Wars", part 2 (Incomparable 47) from 2015-03-14T22:11:08

From 2011: The second part of our“Star Wars” episode. We were so innocent then.

(You can seeall our Star Wars ...

The original"Star Wars"(Incomparable 46) from 2015-03-08T16:36:57

From 2011: We were so innocent then.

(You can seeall our Star Wars episodesin one handy list, if you like. There’...

Star Trek TOS, part 2 (Incomparable 130) from 2015-02-28T17:39:54

From 2013, part two of our celebration of Star Trek: The Original Series. What do today’s kids think of this nearly 50-year-old show? We ponder the gender politics of splitting Captain Kir...

Star Trek TOS, part 1 (Incomparable 129) from 2015-02-28T17:39:03

From 2013, part one of our two-part celebration of Star Trek: The Original Series. Was Dr. McCoy promoting vegetarianism? Why did Spock have such a lovely collection of hats? What does Bob Barke...

Favorite Geek Comedies (Incomparable 94) from 2015-02-22T01:56:24

From 2012: We travel to where geekiness and comedy come together, to discuss our favorite geek TV comedies. From traditional sitcoms to animation to movie commentary, we’ve got you covered...

Hawkeye (Incomparable 157) from 2015-02-15T23:05:15

As Marvel’s groundbreaking, critically lauded“Hawkeye” heads toward its final issue, here’s our celebration of its greatness from 2013. This episode covers the first two ...

Game Show (Incomparable 85) from 2015-02-07T21:42:45

For April Fool’s Day 2012 we played a nerdy game show devised and hosted by Jason Snell. Aren’t game shows fun? Maybe we should do more of these. Plus, there’s a visit from a p...

The Wrath of Khan (Incomparable 107) from 2015-02-01T19:59:28

In 2012 we discussed on one of our favorite movies,“Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,” while also acknowledging the flaws that make it all the more lovable. Topics included: How Genes...

Funny Business (Incomparable 31) from 2015-01-24T19:10:54

In this episode from April Fool’s Day 2011, we talk about stuff we think is funny.

Star Wars Episode II - The Complete Epic (Incomparable 182-183) from 2015-01-16T16:50:45

Originally aired as episodes182and183of The Incomparable, and ...

Greyskull Anonymous (Incomparable 58) from 2015-01-10T17:18:02

From 2011: Who are the best TV characters of all time? Six people set out to draft teams of 10 characters each, from which they would form some of the strangest TV ensembles ever seen. Will Capt...

Top Men (Incomparable 8) from 2015-01-02T19:54:35

“Raiders of the Lost Ark,” and why it’s so great. Also,“Star Wars” comes up a few times. Special guest John Gruber joins Dan Moren and Jason Snell.

Brain Crabs in Your Stocking (TeeVee 43) from 2014-12-26T05:04:18

This year’s Doctor Who Christmas Special reviewed.

A Visit from St. Nicholas (Christmas Eve) from 2014-12-24T18:37:13

We had a Pop Up Book edition of this poem, which my father dutifully read to me on Christmas Eve every year.

Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

Rehearsing in the Zeppelin (Incomparable Radio Theater) from 2014-12-23T15:00

Did you know that we’re releasing a season ofIncomparable Radio Theaterin 2015? It’s true! In fact, right now we are rehearsing the scr...

Bang! Bang! Bang! (Secret Bonus Track) from 2014-12-22T15:00

At the end of a secret recording session last week, Jason asked for holiday anecdotes. And then things fell apart.

War on Christmas (Incomparable 175) from 2014-12-21T15:00

Last year’s“Doctor Who” Christmas special saw Matt Smith say goodbye to the TARDIS, but not before an adventure in the town of Christmas on the planet of Trenzalore. Cyberman-h...

Ice Mary Poppins (Incomparable 121) from 2014-12-20T15:00

Our“Doctor Who” Christmas special flashcasts continue with this one from 2012 covering“The Snowmen.” Jenna Coleman returns to the show, but is this the Clara we’ve ...

Roller Derby and Canadian Spies (Radio Theater 0.3) from 2014-12-19T15:00

From 2013’s Incomparable Radio holiday special: A roller-derby champion discovers what it means to be a legend; Canadian separatists threaten a ship on New Year’s Eve, and only The F...

Not in the Vault (Bonus Track 172b) from 2014-12-18T15:00

The follow-on to yesterday’s episode, this Bonus Track features 12 minutes of additional holiday talk and silliness.

Holiday Vault 3 (The Incomparable 172) from 2014-12-17T16:39:34

From 2013: We talk about Holiday TV, good and bad, and Steve Lutz reveals a deep, dark secret about his own Holiday TV past.

Hallmark Holiday (Phil and Lisa Ruin the Movies 5) from 2014-12-16T15:00

New! Phil and Lisa ruin Christmas with their critiques of holiday movies from the Hallmark channel. Lisa suggests that Hallmark should tap the polyamory market.

Two-Fisted Tales of Tesla (Radio Theater 0.5) from 2014-12-15T15:00

In a special holiday episode from 2013, Dot and Nik run into an unexpected set of fellow time travelers. And Dot is confronted with memories of her own Christmas past. Brought to you by Lohengri...

The Screams of Trees (Incomparable 72) from 2014-12-13T15:00

Our Doctor Who flashcast from 2011 discusses“The Doctor, The Widow, and the Wardrobe,” and why Christmas episodes make us feel warm inside.

Treasured Holiday Gifts (Incomparable 16) from 2014-12-11T15:00

This is one of my favorite episodes from 2010. It’s a look at the favorite gifts we received during childhood. Dan still misses his Transformer.

Batman Meets Santa (Bonus Track 118b) from 2014-12-10T15:00

From 2012: This is the Bonus Track before and after our Holiday Vault 2 episode. It’s pretty much what you’d expect from us during the holidays. And Glenn praises“Bad Santa....

Holiday Vault 2 (Incomparable 118) from 2014-12-09T15:00

From 2012: Five new gems go in our Incomparable Holiday Vault. Plus we talk about some uncovered racism in holiday classics, Andy champions the annual David Letterman Christmas episode, and Stev...

Paul Citron, Marjorie Carter (Radio Theater 0.4) from 2014-12-08T15:00

Part of our 2013 holiday radio drama: Paul Citron runs into a holy mess in postwar Vienna; Marjorie, Milo, and Rudolph venture deep into Finland’s interior to find a magic item and discove...

Yes, They Know It's Christmas (Bonus Track 224c) from 2014-12-07T15:00

A celebration of“Do They Know It’s Christmas?” with an outtake from this weekend’s The Incomparable, plus a bit about it from last year’s holiday music episode.

Christmas with the Doctor (The Incomparable 18) from 2014-12-06T15:00

It’s Saturday, which is traditionally“Doctor Who” day. So here, from 2010, is our flashcast review of Matt Smith’s first Christmas special, the excellent“A Christma...

The Holiday Movie Vault (The Incomparable 71) from 2014-12-05T15:00

From 2011: We induct six holiday films into the Incomparable Holiday Film Vault. It’s a great excuse to talk about favorite holiday movies of ours. And so we do!

Die Hardy Boys (Not Playing 1.2) from 2014-12-04T15:00

Continuing our exploration of“Die Hard,” this is the episode of“Not Playing” where Dan got to show Lex one of his very favorite movies for the very first time.

As t...

We're Going to Need Some More Christmas Movies, I Guess (Incomparable 17) from 2014-12-03T15:00

From 2010: We discuss“Die Hard,” which is totally a Christmas movie, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Yippie ki-yay, my friends.

[This is a podcast about an R-rated m...

Human Santapede (Bonus Track 173b) from 2014-12-02T15:52:24

Our holiday songs episode from 2013, which was yesterday’s Holiday Box selection, was one of our moreraucous recording se...

Santa-Based Christmas (Incomparable 173) from 2014-12-01T19:27:33

From 2013: We take a look at the best (and worst) of holiday music.