In this episode, we continue our talk about The Expanse and dive into season 2. Having now grounded themselves in The Expanse universe James and Joe with Chris as their guide dig deeper into the plot, themes and characters of the series in this overview discussion of season 2.
00:00 James opens the show and turns it over to Chris to start our discussion of season 2. Chris starts by giving us an overview of what happened in the season. Touching on what the Protomolecule is.
8:40 James asks Chris about who is the leader of the Belt? Fred Johnson or Anderson dawes.
Chris goes through the differences in both characters and where they rank in the Belter Movement. Leading to talking about that Naomi gave Fred Johnson the Protomolecule.
15:00 we talk about Naomi as a character, we then move into Joe talking about some of his favorite moments of the season, leading to a discussion about Joe Miller and Amos.
20:00 James asks about where are the Rociante’s allegiance between the different factions. We talk about the origin of the ships name and how it reflects there mission
24:30 We talk about how the characters have evolved in this season. Leading to a discussion about Amos, then moving into a discussion about Erinwright. Then into talking about Bobby
36:00 Joe talks about some of his observations about the show, noting the homeless people in New York, leading to a discussion about capitalism in future society.
42:00 James asks about what is going on on Venus, leading us to talk about the Protomolecule creatures, also have a discussion about does the Expanse overall have a satisfying ending to the series.
49:00 Chris asks James and Joe there final thoughts on season 2.
54:00 We wrap up the show with our recommendations.
