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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Blogger Who #3 is up. In this update: A defense of physical media. Review: Citadel (Amazon Prime TV series) Update on my ShadowQuest TTRPG supplement for ShadowDark. A Tribute to Peter Cullen bloggerwho.substack.com/p/update-fro...

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Update From the Vortex 003

Getting Physical

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We've sometimes talked about books when discussing franchises that contain books, but this is our first ever all-books podcast. I had a great time talking about the ones that were so important to shaping my life. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

I loved the Mandalorian TV series, but it seemed odd to me to take a series whose concept was so well-geared to villain-of-the-week style storytelling to turn it into a film. What did we all think of the finished project? Check out our episode to find out.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Anyone but me watching The Librarians: The Next Chapter? It's never going to be as good as the original show, but I think that the second season is a huge improvement over the first. Unfortunately with TNT burning off 2 eps/week it seems unlikely we'll get a 3rd.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I liked DD Born Again S1, but S2 was in a whole other category. This shows the problem with so many shows lately - not enough eps to hit their stride. DD had a 17 episode out of the gate, so they could plan a longer story with a better payoff. Hope you like our discussion.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I'm still surprised that it took us two episodes to cover Star Trek: Voyager when TNG and DS9 took us one each. Just goes to show that this show packs a surprising punch. Great discussion that I hope that you enjoy!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I feel like there was a lot that was really good about 90's Trek. Voyager was the most inconsistent series of the first 5 Star Trek shows, but because of that it was a wild ride. I do think that it had some really great characters. Hope that you enjoy listening to our discussion.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Blog Update 2. Come listen to me talk about social media; review the movie Mercy; discuss my upcoming project, The Timeless Bookshelf; and give you the latest on The 42cast. substack.com/@bloggerwho/...

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Update From the Vortex 002

I Fought the Blog and the Blog Won

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I love most versions of Batman. This one was amazing as a darker take on the character, but with some of the old Batman: The Animated Series DNA in there with the design elements. It's cool how they did a different mix of elements to give this a "timeless" feel than in BTAS.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

We discussed Villains on the podcast a long time ago. This time we thought that we should discuss heroes. We had a great discussion about the place of the hero in society as well as the rise of the antihero and who are favorite heroes are. Listen and let us know what you think!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

I've started a blog. If you want to hear my thoughts on geeky projects, get updates on my current projects, or read my reviews then come check it out. open.substack.com/pub/bloggerw...

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Blogging in Place

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Galaxy Quest was one of those movies that I would show people that came to my house if they hadn't seen it. It was an obvious homage to Star Trek, but you didn't have to be a Trekkie to understand and love it. Loved talking about it on the cast, and I hope you love listening.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I felt a lot of whiplash watching this season. It veered from farcical to horror with very little room inbetween. We discuss that dichotomy, the character dynamics, future legacies, and a whole lot more in this one. Check it out!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Come join me live as I guest star on Earth Station Trek tonight at 8PM EST. youtube.com/live/Genrh348Wrk?si=4jPyFu1U-jhpmhS7&fbclid=IwY2xjawSzuplleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeiUdwd5xepGmRQQK9NT7wgh7wyXinY7aIbO2e2pdgK3LSwDyDYWF4MI6pZU8_aem_JHfoqFD59uzPn72NkR7kbg

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Roundtable: The Current State of Legacy Sci-Fi - Earth Station Trek - Episode 270

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Apple TV surprised me with the great sci-fi series that they have on the network. One of those is Silo. It stands out from other post-apocalyptic series about humanity taking shelter underground building of some kind. Give a listen to our panel and check the show out for yourself

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

My kids turned me on to the Avatar: The Last Airbender cartoon. I thought it was good, but never hit as hard as it could have. I think the Netflix series is a rare case where the live action may actually be better than the original. Come along with us as we discuss.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Although it's probably not my favorite animated series of all time, X-Men: The Animated Series is in my top 3, and it is easily the series that has had the most influence on my life. I was over-the-moon that there'd be a continuation and had a blast talking about it. Hope you enjoy!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

It seems like A.I. is everywhere these days and people have lots of big opinions on the topic. I thought it was a good idea to bring a group together and discuss A.I., why people are upset about it, what the potential is, and where we think it's being misused. Hope you enjoy it!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I was excited for a dark take on Star Trek, not because I want "Star Trek" to be dark, but because I think when there are so many Star Trek series that there's room for a wide spectrum of tones. This ended up not being that. How did we all feel? Check out the show to find out.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

With the new movie out we thought it was a great time to finish up our discussion of The Mandalorian series. We had a fun time discussing how we felt about this season and how it works with all of the other Star Wars content we've gotten in the last several years. Check it out!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Wonder Man was a very unique offering from Marvel. I'm glad that they're getting a season 2, because I wasn't satisfied with season 1. There are the hints of a character arc, but we need more context and payoff. Hoping S2 brings it, but either way it's a fun ride!

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Podcasting has allowed me to realize a lot of dreams. One of them has been being able to talk to some of the creators who so influenced my life over the years. Brynne was an amazing guest and had lots of great stories to tell. I encourage everyone to check this one out.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

This was a fun conversation about a topic that I hadn't really considered too deeply until November of last year. I hope that you all enjoy this conversation as much as I did having it.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

I kind of love the fact that I now have a reputation as the Babylon 5 Whisperer. Had a great time guesting on The Best Stuff in the World podcast talking about the greatest American sci-fi series.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

I have always loved this movie. Even though it was made in 1951 the messaging, performances, and effects hold up and feel authentic to this day. It was a complete joy to watch with others who got as enthusiastic as I did. Check this one out and let me know what you think.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

1 of 2 For All Mankind is one of the most inspirational shows that I've ever seen. But unlike most inspirational shows it isn't a relentless barrage of feel good stories and everything turning out ok in the end. Space is dangerous and the show shows that,

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Invincible is the best written superhero TV series (animated or live action) of all time. The characters feel like how people would act if they had powers. The fights are amazing. The plots are interesting and keep you engaged. Come listen to some friends and I as we talk about this show.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Having watched so much TV over the years, I am always saddened by the great shows with such amazing potential that were cancelled far too soon. It was great talking with some others who felt the same way.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

For years I wouldn't watch this movie, because I thought that it would just be a screed about the glories of the Confederacy. The reality was far more nuanced than I could have imagined. This was a neat panel, because we talked about this amazing film warts and all.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

One Piece is bar none the greatest anime/manga to live action adaptation. There have been some other good ones, but this one is fantastic. They somehow figured out how to tell the story in less time, but still leave everything important intact. I highly recommend it.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

If you're following me I'd really appreciate if you would also follow my show, @42cast.bsky.social

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

I didn’t get one last year, so I made sure that was rectified this year.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

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) 1 of 3

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

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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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

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.

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Nathan @dastari.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

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.

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