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The Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating Things[Revisited] The Menendez Brothers: The Lyle and Erik Menendez StoryIn this episode of The Compendium, we revisit the tragic story of the Menendez Brothers Lyle and Erik. Unraveling the shocking truth behind why they killed their parents. We'll dive into their infamous trial, the abuse claims that surfaced, and how it captivated the nation. What really happened during the Menendez Brothers trial? Did the Netflix documentary do their story justice? From the chilling 911 call to the courtroom drama, we break down the events that led to this notorious crime and the lasting legacy of Lyle and Erik Menendez.
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The Writers' RoomCold War and The Crimson HorrorIt's another episode of Mark Gatiss here on Doctor Who: The Writers' Room. This month, Erik and Kyle look at the two stories Gatiss wrote for Series 7B. First up, "Cold War," the story that reintroduced the Ice Warriors aboard a Russian submarine in 1983. Second, "The Crimson Horror," a penny dreadful riff with the Paternoster Gang and a delicious Diana Rigg performance. Are these maybe Gatiss' best scripts? 2025-07-151h 15
I Have Some Questions...015: “What Happens When You Finally Ask the Real Questions?” (lessons from Kyle Nelson & Eli Libby)🧠 Erik’s TakeThis reaction is more than a recap—it’s a confession. Erik shares his very real fear of solitude, of discovering he’s off course, and of what clarity might demand of him if he dares to seek it. It’s a vulnerable, reflective breakdown of the Kyle & Eli episode, and a deeper dive into why structured solitude might be the leadership development most of us are avoiding. The hardest part isn’t asking the questions, it’s what the answers will require of us.🎯 Top Insights from the InterviewClarity Requires Com...2025-06-2710 min
I Have Some Questions...014: “What Does It Take to Realign Your Life and Business?” ft. Kyle Nelson & Eli Libby🎙️ Episode SnapshotErik sits down with long-time friends and co-founders Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby, the creators of ResetOS, a clarity operating system designed to help high performers realign their internal compass before life forces them to. This episode dives deep into the transformational power of structured solitude, explores how pain can become purpose, and reveals how friendship and reflection can build more than just businesses—they can build lives.👤 About the GuestsKyle Nelson and Eli Libby are the co-founders of ResetOS2025-06-2552 minThe Writers' RoomThe Rings of Akhaten and HideThis month, Kyle and Erik look at the two stories written for Doctor Who by Luther creator Neil Cross. Those are, as commissioned, the Nigel Kneale-inspired "Hide" and the many other things-inspired "The Rings of Akhaten." One of those stories was immediately derided upon release while the other was generally considered good. Will that still be true 12 years later? Let's find out!2025-06-221h 06The Writers' RoomThe Snowmen & The Bells of Saint JohnErik and Kyle return to their old pal Steven Moffat for a pair of stories smack in the middle of the muddy series 7B, "The Snowmen" the only mid-series Christmas special, and "The Bells of Saint John" which officially introduced Clara Oswald Prime. Do these stories work? Do we like them? Why is Clara the best and people need to accept it?2025-05-151h 02The Writers' RoomThe Curse of the Black Spot/Journey to the Centre of the TARDISEvery once in a while Erik and Kyle have to talk about exceedingly boring episodes of Doctor Who. That time is now as our heroes look at the two scripts credited solely to Stephen Thompson, aka the guy who wrote stuff for Steven Moffat when he was too busy. Those episodes are "The Curse of the Black Spot" and "Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS," two episodes that legally exist.2025-04-151h 01
Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment NewsThe Most Anticipated Movies of Summer 2025 with Fandango's Erik DavisFandango Managing Editor, Erik Davis, joins us once again on Pop Culture Weekly to discuss the results of Fandango’s 2025 Moviegoing Trends and Insights Study, including the Most Anticipated Movies of Summer 2025 as voted by YOU! Kyle McMahon and Erik explore everything from the thrilling action sequences of "Mission Impossible: Final Recokining" to James Gunn's fresh take on Superman, featuring the charming Krypto the Superdog. Erik brings us the latest insights from Fandango's study on movie-going trends, where concessions remain king and premium formats like IMAX and Dolby are drawing aud...2025-04-0330 minThe Writers' RoomVictory of the Daleks and Night TerrorsLike it or not, it's impossible to talk about the Steven Moffat years without discussing the single most ubiquitous other writer of the era, Moffat's longtime collaborator and co-creator of Sherlock, Mark Gatiss. In the first of many episodes about Gatiss' Who output, Kyle and Erik discuss "Victory of the Daleks" and "Night Terrors," one of which might even be better than you think.2025-03-161h 05The Writers' RoomDinosaurs on a Spaceship/The Power of ThreeThis month, Kyle and Erik have good news and bad news. The bad news is we have to talk about "Dinosaurs on a Spaceship" and "The Power of Three." The good news is we won't have to talk about a Chris Chibnall script for like five more years. Anyway, these two episodes certainly aren't the worst things ever, and in many ways they set the stage for what Chibnall would do during his time as showrunner, for good or ill. One thing we can say for these stories is that they're imperfect, to put it mildly.2025-01-201h 31The Writers' RoomUpdate on LA Fire SituationHi folks, just a quick update. Kyle who lives in LA has thankfully not had to evacuate due to the fires still raging and have ruined people's lives. But, because it was a fluid situation, it meant we weren't able to record when we had planned. So this month's episode will be a few days late. In the meantime, we're donating our entire Patreon for the month to the LA Food Bank and we encourage anyone who can to do the same. lafoodbank.org/fire2025-01-1502 minThe Writers' RoomA Very Moffat Christmas part 1The year that was 2024 has wound down and instead of wallowing in misery, Kyle and Erik are talking about some Doctor Who Christmas episodes! Specifically the first two penned by showrunner Steven Moffat. Those are, of course, "A Christmas Carol" from 2010 and "The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe" from 2011. It's very much a story of greatness and lameness in equal measure. One is one of Moffat's best ever scripts, and one...isn't. Also! We're launching a Discord in 2025! Listen to the episode to find out how you can join the community.2024-12-151h 29The Writers' RoomAsylum of the DaleksThis month, Kyle and Erik get into the beginning of the end of the Amy and Rory years and the end of the beginning (kind of) of the _____ Oswald years. That's right, it's the scary, surprising, and super good "Asylum of the Daleks," possibly the best Moffat episode we've talked about in months.2024-11-2553 min
The Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating ThingsThe Menendez Brothers: The Lyle and Erik Menendez StoryIn this episode of The Compendium, we explore the dark and tragic story of the Menendez Brothers Lyle and Erik. Unraveling the shocking truth behind why they killed their parents. We'll dive into their infamous trial, the abuse claims that surfaced, and how it captivated the nation. What really happened during the Menendez Brothers trial? Did the Netflix documentary do their story justice? From the chilling 911 call to the courtroom drama, we break down the events that led to this notorious crime and the lasting legacy of Lyle and Erik Menendez.
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Inside The Eagles RedZoneBYW Retrospective: Kyle BoltITERZ goes down the backyard wrestling journey again, this time kicking back with Kyle Bolt.Kyle Bolt is one of the newer generation guys that adapted quickly, especially during his time with BXW.Join Erik, Matt, Kyle, and Eric as they go through a whole bunch of memories and stories of Kyle's byw career to his pro career.Oh, and once again, FUCK HERMAN COX.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inside-the-eagles-redzone--3314384/support.2024-09-122h 19
The Biz Bros PodcastThe Biz Bro's Podcast w/Erik BerglundOn this in-person podcast episode in our studio in Bend OR, we meet with Erik Berglund, CEO or Language of Leadership.
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XYZ with Erik ZacharyXYZ Artist Spotlight | Kyle DionKyle Dion swung by the XYZ studio before hitting the Lollapalooza stage to chat with Jordan! 🎤 They dove into the colorful renaissance of R&B and Kyle's genre-bending music that's shaking things up. Hear the full conversation on all audio platforms and WATCH the conversation, exclusively on Spotify.
XYZ with Erik Zachary is nationally syndicated and heard daily on radio stations across the US as well as available worldwide on demand via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio and more. Subscribe and turn on notifications to ensure you never miss a new show and keep up wit...2024-08-0605 minThe Writers' RoomThe Rebel Flesh/The Almost PeopleThis month, Kyle and Erik get contentious surrounding the Matthew Graham two-parter "The Rebel Flesh/The Almost People," which introduced the concept of Gangers into the series six silliness. One of your intrepid hosts thinks it's a very bad story and the other thinks it's pretty okay. Arguments aplenty!2024-07-1559 minThe Writers' RoomNeil GaimanThis month, Kyle and Erik discuss the two episodes written by acclaimed novelist/author/showrunner Neil Gaiman. Arguably the biggest guest writer ever to write for the series, Gaiman's stories---"The Doctor's Wife" from series 6 and "Nightmare in Silver" from series 7---have an interesting history, and a diametrically opposed fan reaction at the time. But are either warranted? Have they aged like wine or milk?2024-06-181h 03Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment NewsThe Must-See Movies of Summer 2024 with Fandango's Erik Davis; Jamey Johnson: A Song for HeroesIn this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, strap in for a journey through the heartache and heroism of Jamey Johnson's musical evolution, as he shares the deeply personal story behind his latest hit, "21 Guns." As a tribute to our valiant armed forces, Jamey's voice resonates with the raw emotion of his own military background, offering a window into the souls of those we've lost. Kyle and Jamey also discuss the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert on PBS, where he'll be performing alongside a star-studded cast including Joe Mantegna and ...2024-05-241h 05The Writers' RoomThe Impossible Astronaut/Day of the MoonCan Steven Moffat follow up a tremendous two-part finale, and a brilliant Christmas special, with a satisfying premiere? If you ask Kyle and Erik...sort of? It's time for Series 6, and that's a whole thing.2024-05-181h 18The Writers' RoomThe Pandorica Opens/The Big BangTruly the culmination of the most ambitious series of Doctor Who yet, Kyle and Erik look at Steven Moffat's tremendous two-part finale, "The Pandorica Opens" and "The Big Bang." Might it be his crowing achievement, even with so many other episodes to love?2024-05-111h 16The Writers' RoomAmy's Choice & Vincent and the DoctorThis here is the good stuff! This month Kyle and Erik discuss two series five episodes written by guest writers. "Amy's Choice" by Simon Nye and "Vincent and the Doctor" by Richard Curtis. An actual Oscar nominee writing for Doctor Who! Can you even believe it?!2024-03-161h 02Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment NewsOscar 2024 Predictions with Fandango's Erik Davis (Academy Awards 2024)In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly, we gear up for the glitz and glamour of the 2024 Academy Awards. With the Oscars just around the corner, Fandango Editor Erik Davis joins Kyle McMahon to share their hot takes and bold predictions. They reminisce about Oscar lore and forecast this year's top contenders and potential surprises in categories such as Best Picture and Best Actress that spark lively debate. Whether you're a cinephile or an Oscars night enthusiast, this conversation is your all-access pass to the most anticipated predictions of the awards season.2024-03-0641 minThe Writers' RoomThe Hungry Earth/Cold BloodThis month, Erik and Kyle go deep underground, some might even call it Hades itself, to discuss "The Hungry Earth/Cold Blood," the two-part series five story from future showrunner Chris Chibnall. It brings back the Silurians and gives us a remix of Third Doctor story elements before falling on its face trying to do something interesting but failing miserably.2024-02-251h 09The Writers' RoomGetting Whithoused #1Happy New Year! This month, Erik and Kyle embark on the first of what they're calling "Getting Whithoused," which is looking at the stories written by Toby Whithouse in the Steven Moffat era. Up first, "The Vampires of Venice" from series 5 and "The God Complex" from series 6.2024-01-211h 02Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment News2024's Must-See Movies: Top Picks & Sleeper Hits with Kyle McMahon and Fandango's Erik DavisIn this episode of Pop Culture Weekly, get ready to mark your calendars and grab your popcorn as Kyle McMahon teams up with Fandango's Erik Davis to bring you a cinema lover's dream preview of 2024's hottest movie releases. Discussing Fandango customers Most Anticipated Movies of 2024, they're talking about the big, the bold, and the nostalgic—from the belly laughs awaiting in 'Deadpool 3' to the ghostly chuckles of 'Beetlejuice 2', they've got the inside scoop on what's going to have you queuing up for tickets. Kyle and Erik are no...2024-01-1841 minThe Writers' RoomThe Time of Angels/Flesh and StoneHello and happy December, friends. This month, Erik and Kyle are taking a trip to the crash of the Byzantium to discuss what is certainly in the running for best Smith-era Steven Moffat script, "The Time of Angels/Flesh and Stone." The Weeping Angels, River Song, the Crack, it's all here! And no beating around the bush, we pretty much love it.2023-12-181h 10
Putting It TogetherGiants in the Sky – Into the Woods (with Erik Stadnik)There's a lot of interpretations on what this song means. Maybe they're all correct? Erik Stadnik returns to discuss the metaphor and the legacy of "Giants in the Sky."Erik's podcast So Much Stuff to Sing: https://somuchstufftosing.libsyn.comErik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comWe are using four productions to frame our discussion of Into the Woods.The Original Broadway Cast (1987) starring Bernadette Peters, Joanna Gleason, and Chip Zien.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://bit.ly/46...2023-12-061h 04The Writers' RoomThe Beast BelowThis month, Erik and Kyle continue the Moffat Years train with his second episode, and indeed the second Eleventh Doctor and Amy episode, "The Beast Below," an episode---to quote Kyle---with a better story than plot.2023-11-1555 minThe Writers' RoomThe Eleventh HourAfter a few months of falderal and fiddle-dee-dee, it is finally time for Erik and Kyle to begin the proper journey into the Steven Moffat showrunner era. And boy howdy what a big one to start with. "The Eleveth Hour" may be Moffat's masterpiece, and a taste of things to come. We are EXCITED.2023-10-141h 01The Writers' RoomRussell T Davies Years Wrap-UpLet's try this again! This month, Kyle and Erik say farewell (for now) to showrunner Russell T Davies. What did he bring to Doctor Who, what is his legacy? It's a lot, that's the short answer. 2023-09-151h 21
Passive Income Through Multifamily Real EstateEpisode #311: Cost Segregation, Depreciation, and Tax Deductions with Erik Oliver (Best Of Episode)Dealing with things like depreciation, tax deductions, and cost segregation, can feel overwhelming and inaccessible as a first-time real estate investor, but it doesn’t need to be. Today on the show we chat with Erik Oliver, a Cost Segregation Expert and Regional Manager with Cost Segregation Authority, a company that specializes in Cost Segregation studies. We talk with Erik about how he pivoted to pursue this area of real estate and why he finds so much satisfaction in helping people save on their taxes. Tuning in you’ll hear Erik break down the role of depreciation in real esta...2023-09-1129 minPop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment NewsCelebrating National Cinema Day & the Magic of Movies with Erik DavisIn this episode of Pop Culture Weekly, Kyle McMahon is joined by special guest Erik Davis, the managing editor at Fandango, as they navigate the captivating world of films. Just in time for National Cinema Day (August 27, 2023), they dish out everything you need to know about this exciting event, where movie lovers can enjoy any film across the 30,000 screens nationwide for a mere $4! Erik pulls back the curtain on working at his dream job and shares his journey into the dazzling world of cinema, plus a sneak peek into what the fall season holds...2023-08-2523 min
The Conversion ShowHow to Create a Customer-Centric Fully Omnichannel Brand from Online to In-store - with Kyle Brucculeri VP of E-commerce at GorjanaIn this episode of "The Conversion Show" podcast, Erik Christiansen interviews Kyle Brucculeri VP of E-commerce at Gorjana.Kyle highlighted the need for businesses to own their first-party data, moving away from reliance on third-party pixels like Facebook. Kyle also emphasizes the importance of understanding user needs and providing clarity in the value exchange between customers and omnichannel brands.Kyle and Erik discuss:How changes in first-party and zero-party data are reshaping the way businesses interact with their customers.Bridging the gap between online and offline experience.Reliance on discounts and sales isn't necessary...2023-08-0346 min
Kickin’ It With The KTrainKickin’ It With The KTrain: Erik WeihenmayerIf you know my story, you’ll know this man’s name immediately. Erik Weihenmayer is the man who helped show me that life as a blind person was possible. Not just surviving as a blind person, but living a life filled with adventure. Sit back and enjoy as Erik and I have a candid conversation about inspiration, adversity, and living a No Barriers life. Check out www.nobarriersusa.com to learn more about the work Erik is doing in the wider world. And check out www.erikweihenmayer.com to learn more about Erik.2023-06-191h 07The Writers' RoomThe End of TimeIt's here. It's finally here. Kyle and Erik's discussion of the RTD tenure (first one) comes to an end with sigh "The End of Time." Both parts. They're doing it. Here we go.2023-05-161h 06The Writers' RoomPlanet of the Dead and The Waters of MarsAnd so begins the gap year specials in earnest. Kyle and Erik are very nearly at the end of the Tennant and RTD (1) years. This month, it's "Planet of the Dead" and "The Waters of Mars." One of these won a Hugo for being one of the best pieces of sci-fi of the modern age. The other, did not. Care to guess which one's which?2023-04-151h 20The Writers' RoomThe Stolen Earth/Journey's EndWe are indeed approaching the end of some journey! Kyle and Erik take a look at the Series 4 finale two-parter "The Stolen Earth/Journey's End," in which Russell T Davies tried to bring back nearly everyone from his entire era, plus Davros. Lot going on, shame about the bad stuff.2023-03-141h 18
The Erik Cabral ShowE262: A Life by Design for You and Your Family with Kyle JonesDo you know how kids actually spell love? It’s not L-O-V-E, but T-I-M-E. Imagine this: the moment your child is born, you’ve only got 18 summers with them. 18 summers – that’s all you’ve got so you better do it right!
In today’s episode, Erik Cabral chats with Kyle Jones, entrepreneur, multifamily investor, co-founder of TruePoint Capital, and host of the “Investing with Purpose” podcast. Learn how to live your life with intentionality to create the success that you want for your kids and future generations.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:2023-02-201h 00The Writers' Room10th Anniversary Mailbag Bonus Episode!Folks! It's a b-b-b-b-b-b-BONUS-s-s-s-s-s-s episode! To celebrate 10 years, Erik and Kyle are giving you, the free listener, access to our Patreon bonus mailbag episode. Listeners wrote in questions about our opinions, hopes, hypothetical ideas, and more all pertaining to our favorite show, Doctor Who. Please enjoy! If you'd like to join our Patreon and get more episodes like this, head to patreon.com/thewritersroom and pledge $1 or $3 to get all the goodies.2023-01-311h 21The Writers' RoomThe Lazarus Experiment and The Doctor's DaughterCan you believe it, folks? This episode marks the 10th anniversary of Doctor Who: The Writers Room. What a long strange trip as has been for Kyle and Erik. So many episodes, so many laughs, so many writers covered. And to commemorate 10 years, the fellas are...talking about bad Doctor Who. That's right, the two episodes written by accomplished playwright Stephen Greenhorn, "The Lazarus Experiment" and "The Doctor's Daughter." They really ought to have planned this better. Oh well.2023-01-151h 02Putting It TogetherThe Blob – Merrily We Roll Along (with Erik Stadnik)"The Blob" is filled with sycophants, but also taste makers. Erik Stadnik returns to discuss the purpose of this scene within the show and whether it's justified to have Gussie play the villain. Erik's podcast So Much Stuff to Sing: https://somuchstufftosing.libsyn.comErik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comGet tickets for We're Gonna Be All Right – Sex, Love & Sondheim: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/show/details/RRla2yoPa7AbjXptkFkF/1673663400000We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Merrily We Roll Along....2022-12-281h 06The Writers' RoomVoyage of the Damned/The Next DoctorHello and happy holidays, friends! As Erik and Kyle wrap up their TENTH YEAR of podcasting, they look at David Tennant's last two proper Christmas specials. It's "Voyage of the Damned" from 2007 and "The Next Doctor" from 2008. Both of them written by Russell T Davies, our old pal. Enjoy, be safe, and help us celebrate our 10th anniversary by sending questions for a Q&A episode to erikandkyle@gmail.com.2022-12-151h 24
The Belt and Road PodcastComparing the Railway Bureaucracies in China and India with Kyle ChanKyle Chan visits the Belt and Road Podcast to talk about state capacity in railway bureaucracies in China and India, his research collected while riding trains through the two countries, the incredibly mundane naming of Chinese companies, and much more. This episode discusses Kyle's research published in two articles: Inside China's state-owned enterprises: Managed competition through a multi-level structure (2022) and The organizational roots of state capacity: Comparing railway bureaucracies in China and India (2022).Kyle Chan is a PhD student in sociology at Princeton University, where his research focuses on bureaucracy and infrastructure development in China and India. H...2022-12-1243 minThe Writers' RoomThe Sontaran Stratagem/The Poison SkyWho had Kyle and Erik liking the season four Sontaran two-parter in their betting pool? Well surprises are part of life for Doctor Who fans. Yes, friends, our heroes beam about "The Sontaran Stratagem/The Poison Sky," so strap in. Oh, but Americans don't say "clever," so there's that.2022-10-151h 05
The Erik Allen ShowEp. 171 | 7 Figure Industry | Kyle LivingstonKyle Livingston is the President of 7 Figure Industry, Consultant, Coach that helping business owners turn chaos into profit. He has also built & sold three 7 Figure brick & mortar companies, he is the Host of the Project Fortify podcast & much more! Kyle’s story will blow your mind! Check out this awesome show!
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Rebel HR Podcast: Life and Work on Your TermsBonus Episode: Reinventing Healthcare with Erik WallaceSend us a textErik has spent the past 10+ years developing, implementing, and executing commercial strategies with Smith & Nephew operating in the medical device industry. He has held a variety of commercially focused roles, including executive level leadership. Erik has a proven track record of delivering results through incremental top and bottom-line growth. He has ledlarge complex global portfolios, developed, and executed brand strategies, including multiple marquee product launches. Erik has extensive experience in leading sales teams, built outmultiple specialty sales strategies and scaled selling organizations behind them. Throughout his career he has...2022-04-0945 minThe Writers' RoomArmy of Ghosts/DoomsdayHappy New Year, dear listener! As Kyle and Erik begin their 10th year of podcasting together, they finish (pretty much) Series 2 of updated Doctor Who. It's the almost universally beloved "Army of Ghosts/Doomsday," which has a lot more to it than meets the eye. Ghosts, for one thing. Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, including our breakdown of Flux! Go to patreon.com/thewritersroom today.2022-01-161h 20The Writers' RoomRise of the Cybermen/The Age of SteelErik and Kyle round out their first calendar year covering the Russell T Davies era by talking about Series 2's big classic villain return: "Rise of the Cybermen/The Age of Steel." This story had a lot of heavy lifting to do, but does it succeed? Let's find out!2021-12-1555 minThe Writers' RoomThe Impossible Planet/The Satan PitErik and Kyle descend down into the cosmically and existentially horrific masterpiece that is "The Impossible Planet/The Satan Pit," as written by Matt Jones. Is this the best story we've looked at yet? Is it the scariest? Find out! Join our Patreon for bonus episodes every month. http://patreon.com/thewritersroom. 2021-11-151h 27The Writers' RoomTooth and Claw and Love and MonstersThis month, with some actual news about Russell T Davies, Erik and Kyle discuss two of his scripts from series 2. First up is Tooth and Claw, the one with Queen Victoria and the werewolves. Second is Love & Monsters, the one nobody likes but that is actually pretty good.2021-10-151h 23The Writers' RoomSchool Reunion and Fear HerThis month, Kyle and Erik dive headlong into Doctor Who series two with a look at two episodes written by showrunners of other shows. "School Reunion" written by Toby Whithouse (Being Human) is a fan-favorite, giving the new series its first real taste of the classic with the return of Sarah Jane Smith. "Fear Her" written by Matthew Graham (Life on Mars) is the oft-derided also-ran of series two, which might well be better than its reputation.2021-09-161h 03Putting It TogetherNext – Pacific Overtures (with Erik Stadnik)A song about always looking forward, no matter what your past is. Erik Stadnik returns to provide some insight into the final song of Pacific Overtures.Erik's podcast So Much Stuff to Sing: https://somuchstufftosing.libsyn.comErik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Pacific Overtures.The Original Broadway Cast (1976) starring Mako, Isao Sato...2021-09-0156 minThe Writers' RoomThe Christmas Invasion and New EarthAnd so it begins! Erik and Kyle have wrapped up Series 1 of updated Doctor Who, and now they commence the saga of the Tenth Doctor. Where to start? Why with "The Christmas Invasion" and "New Earth," of course! But it's not all just fun and games. Already they can sense the darkness inherent to Doctor number 10...and Kyle's kind of not into it.2021-08-151h 17The Writers' RoomThe Empty Child/The Doctor DancesErik and Kyle dip our toes in the pool of Steven Moffat with his addition to Doctor Who series 1, "The Empty Child/The Doctor Dances." You know, there's a lot to talk about in it. So, join us, won't you? Are you my mummy?2021-05-151h 09The Writers' RoomFather's Day and Scream of the ShalkaThis month, Erik and Kyle are discussing the series 1 episode "Father's Day," an emotional experience for both of them. But before that, the 2003 web-exclusive animated serial "Scream of the Shalka," which was to be Doctor Who. Until it wasn't. Two Paul Cornell stories? Why yes!2021-04-151h 12The Writers' RoomThe Unquiet Dead and DalekThis month, Erik and Kyle continue their jaunt into Series 1 of rebooted Doctor Who with the first two stories not written by showrunner Russell T Davies. Those of course are Mark Gatiss' ode to Victorian ghost stories, "The Unquiet Dead," and Robert Shearman's indelible reintroduction of a classic villain, "Dalek." But do they hold up the way our heroes remember? Hmmm.2021-03-151h 04The Writers' RoomAliens of London/World War IIIThis month, Kyle and Erik revisit the "farting aliens" two-parter, "Aliens of London/World War III." While the humor doesn't age well, the fellas are surprised that the story is more interesting, the character drama much deeper, than memory said. And Mickey maybe isn't as big an idiot as we thought? WHAT?!2021-02-1554 min
The Writers' RoomRose & The End of the WorldDoctor Who: The Writers' Room is back, baby! After two years away from the TARDIS, Erik and Kyle have returned to tackle Doctor Who from 2005-2017. Much different than before, the fellas are going fairly chronological and what better place to start than showrunner Russell T Davies' first two episodes, "Rose" and "The End of the World?"2021-01-151h 22
The Writers' RoomAssignment 5This penultimate episode of The Writers' Room's look at Sapphire & Steel is a bit different. Creator P.J. Hammond did not write Assignment 5, aka the one that's a murder mystery---and it shows. Instead, Kyle and Erik talk about what an S&S serial looks like interpreted through the pen of former Doctor Who scribes Don Houghton and Anthony Read. The answer: not as good.2020-11-1553 minPutting It TogetherThe Last of Sheila (with Erik Stadnik)The Last of Sheila is a cult classic film co-written by Stephen Sondheim. Erik Stadnik returns to discuss the inspiration, the execution, and the reception to this oddity of a movie.Erik's new podcast So Much Stuff to Sing: https://somuchstufftosing.libsyn.comErik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoOur sponsors this week are:The Shared Mic - https://thesharedmic.blubrry.net...2020-11-0444 min
The Writers' RoomAssignment 4We're nearing the ending of the year and we're also starting down the road to the end of Sapphire & Steel. Assignment 4 affords Erik and Kyle opportunities to discuss poetry, spooky photography, the poetry of prose, and whether P.J. Hammond is a pessimist. Fun! 2020-10-151h 07
The Writers' RoomAssignment 3Erik and Kyle take on Assignment 3 of Sapphire & Steel, in which the elemental time menders contend with, not things from the past, but beings from the dystopian future. Is it as good as ghosty ancient things? Well, it does have the first appearance of Silver...and a creepy baby man monster things. Neat!2020-09-151h 07
Athlete CEOAthlete CEO #33: Kyle Brown of Trinity Capital on Venture Debt, Startups Successes, and Global CrisisOn this episode of the Athlete CEO, Erik dives into the debt side of Venture Capital with Founder, Operator, & current Chief Investment Officer of Trinity Capital, Kyle Brown.Trinity Capital provides smart debt for high growth venture-backed startups. Trinity’s portfolio is packed with successful companies including the likes of Impossible Foods, Fingerprint Digital, Birchbox and Untuckit.In a candid conversation Kyle shares his experiences ranging from nearly losing everything in 2008 to to leading Trinity through a global pandemic. While sharing how his family, faith and athletic background keep him focused on what matters most. 2020-08-2045 min
The Writers' RoomSapphire & Steel - Assignment 2This month, Erik and Kyle are going into an old dilapidated railway station full of war ghosts and stuff for Sapphire & Steel Assignment 2. We talk about the morality of fighting time ghosts, the sadness of war, and the pain of lost love. But, like, it's fun!2020-08-151h 00The Writers' RoomSapphire & Steel - Assignment 1It's a new month, but it's also a new season! A very short new season, but a new season just the same. Erik and Kyle are looking at time fissures, ghost houses, and ambulatory alien element metal things. It's Sapphire & Steel! P.J. Hammond's landmark in weird sci-fi. We begin, sensibly, with Assignment 1.2020-07-1548 min
The Writers' RoomSeelag Lester and The End of The Outer LimitsOnce again, Erik and Kyle have gotten to the end of a series! This month marks the final episode discussing The Outer Limits and they're thankfully ending with a bang. Story editor Seelag Lester is the subject, who wrote "Wolf 359," the amazing two-parter "The Inheritors" and the final episode ever, "The Probe." Next month, a new show has been assigned...2020-06-151h 11
The Writers' RoomBONUS - Doctor Who "Oxygen" CommentaryFriends! Because we're all having a rough go of it socially distancing, we thought we'd give you a little extra treat. The commentary we normally do once a month for our Patreon patrons is free for all to hear! And it's a good one. We talked about the Doctor Who episode "Oxygen" for our Who for Schools raffle winner, and for the commentary, Erik and Kyle are joined by podcast superstars Joy Piedmont and Shannon Dohar! Enjoy their commentary and some general Who chatter afterward. Stay safe and stay healthy!2020-03-161h 10
The Writers' RoomRobert C. DennisThis month, Kyle and Erik are back talking about The Outer Limits season two, and with it...a writer! It's Robert C. Dennis, a very prolific TV writer who here is adapting three short stories and re-writing another writer's story for a fourth. They are "Cry of Silence," "I, Robot" (no, not that one), "The Duplicate Man," and "The Brain of Colonel Barham". Some of these are good and some of them super aren't!2020-03-151h 12
The Writers' RoomDoctor Who - OxygenWhat's this now?! Why yes! Erik and Kyle have given The Outer Limits a break for a month in order to talk about Doctor Who again! As part of the Who For Schools initiative, a lucky raffle winner got to decide what New Who episode we discussed. The winner has chosen "Oxygen" by Jamie Mathieson. We're talking Capaldi, Nardole, Bill, and dystopian capitalism. Yay!2020-02-1554 min
The Writers' RoomThe Outer Limits Season 1 Wrap-UpCan you believe it's been a year already? Kyle and Erik finish up their 12 months of discussing the first season of The Outer Limits with a countdown of their top 10 and bottom 5 episodes! Next year we begin season 2, with the two episodes written by the great Harlan Ellison! If you have a suggestion for a classic genre show to discuss after The Outer Limits, email us at erikandkyle@gmail.com!2019-12-151h 12Putting It TogetherWhen / Take Me To The World – Evening Primrose (with Erik Stadnik)Is it possible for Charles and Ella to escape the department store and make a life with each other in this mixed up world we live in? Kyle invites on Erik Stadnik to discuss that further and go in-depth with the last two songs of Evening Primrose.Erik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comThe articles I talk about in the opening to Part 1:https://podnews.net/article/commercial-music-in-podcastshttps://musically.com/2019/10/25/startup-pex-can-now-scan-apple-podcasts-for-music-clips/Watch Evening Primrose (with Spanish subtitles!) here: https://youtu.be/enFR2...2019-11-2753 min
The Writers' RoomStevens and Stefano's EndThis month, Erik and Kyle only have two episodes left in season one of The Outer Limits. Fittingly, they're both would-be spin-offs from each of the show's two driving creative forces. First up is "Controlled Experiment," a comedy take on sci-fi from series creator Leslie Stevens. Second is the bat-poop crazy "The Forms of Things Unknown" from head writer Joseph Stefano.2019-11-151h 24
The Writers' RoomThe Guests, Fun and Games & More!In this month's penultimate look at the first season of The Outer Limits, Kyle and Erik discuss four stories by four different writers, to varying degrees of interest. Those episodes are: "Specimen: Unknown" "The Guests" "Fun and Games" "The Special One" Two of them are really quite good!2019-10-151h 11
The Writers' RoomJoseph Stefano Pt 3This month, Erik and Kyle keep digging deeper into the troubled psyche of The Outer Limits season 1's showrunner, Joseph Stefano. These three episodes--"The Invisibles," "The Bellero Shield," and "A Feasibility Study"--each represent the writer's best (and most upsetting) traits.2019-08-151h 34
The Writers' Room"Nightmare" with Guest Paul CornellThis month, Erik and Kyle are joined by writer, podcast, smart person extraordinaire, Paul Cornell to discuss the Outer Limits episode "Nightmare." "Nightmare" is a very somber episode about humans facing interrogation from a superior alien aggressor. Can their fragile Earth psyches take it?! This discussion goes deep on rules of engagement, interior storytelling, Southern Gothic Sci-fi, and writer Joseph Stefano's id and ego. Find Paul on Twitter, and check out his podcast, Hammer House of Podcast.2019-07-151h 00Putting It TogetherFree – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (with Erik Stadnik)Is freedom the necessary essence of democracy? Maybe or maybe not. Erik Stadnik returns to discuss how Pseudolus not only desires freedom but also desires to be looked at as a man. Pseudolus wants to be a real person. Perhaps Sondheim was trying to give characterization to caricatures. Erik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjcAusteniteErik's Prague Blog: http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.comYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of A...2019-04-241h 01The Writers' RoomThe Men with Power, Never Born, in Spider CountyThis month, Kyle and Erik look at two more writers of The Outer Limits. It's Jerome Ross, who wrote "The Man with the Power," and Anthony Lawrence, who wrote "The Man Who Was Never Born" and "The Children of Spider County." Enjoy!2019-04-161h 15
The Writers' RoomThe Sixth Finger, The Mutant, The Hundred Days of the DragonThis month, Erik and Kyle delve further into The Outer Limits by talking about two episodes written by the writing team of Allan Balter and Robert Mintz ("The Hundred Days of the Dragon," "The Mutant"), and the one episode written by Ellis St. Joseph ("The Sixth Finger"). They get well into themes of bettering humanity, evolution, mutation, giant brains, giant eyeballs, goopy faces, and telepathy. And, you know, other things too.2019-02-141h 20
The Writers' RoomThe Outer Limits - Leslie StevensHere we go! A new year and a new season. Erik and Kyle are embarking on their journey into the 1960s sci-fi anthology series The Outer Limits, which ran for 49 episodes on ABC TV in the United States and has since been reappraised time and again. We know a thing or two about series that began in 1963 that have gone on to longevity. To begin, we look no further than the series' creator, Leslie Stevens, who wrote and directed four episodes during the first season. We're only talking about three of them in this episode, and they a...2019-01-151h 20
The Writers' RoomThe Outer Limits - A PrimerHello everyone! Happy New Year! First and foremost, welcome to 2019 and The Writers Room's new direction. It's still Erik and Kyle discussing old TV sci-fi, but for the next year or so, we'll be talking about the original 1963-1965 series The Outer Limits. To start with, we're doing a bit of a primer about the series, how it came to be, who were the key creative types in charge of its 49 episodes, and what kinds of stories you can expect on the journey. First full episode about series creator Leslie Stevens will arrive January 15. Sorry f...2019-01-0124 min