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The Postrider Roundup: Trailer

The Postrider — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:15:21 -0400

The Postrider Roundup is a new biweekly podcast from The Postrider, offering a dynamic, up-to-date look at American politics, from Congress to the campaign trail. On the Roundup, Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito dive into the latest developments in DC, analyzing elections, legislation, and the complexities of the ever-evolving political landscape with a unique blend of pragmatism, enthusiasm, and humor. Follow now to catch the episodes!

War for the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

We're back! It's the final episode of our Planet of the Apes season! One might think that a film titled War for the Planet of the Apes might be like a war movie. Mike Lovito calls it more of a western instead. Caesar and his apes engage in a confrontation with what remains of the military, led by a ruthless colonel played by Cheers' Woody Harrelson. Which species will end up winning dominion over the planet? Also, the Visitors (briefly) discuss Andor and give their thoughts on the Apes franchise as a whole. Download this episode now!

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Matt Reeves, director of Cloverfield and The Batman, joins the Planet of the Apes franchise with this 2014 installment. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is without a doubt a new highpoint for the series. The amazing Andy Serkis returns as Caesar, with Toby Kebbell joining as the villainous ape Koba. A bevy of wonderful human actors also appear in this production, including Jason Clarke, Keri Russell, and Gary Oldman. The Visitors have almost nothing but praise for this movie, which goes even further than the previous film in reinvigorating this franchise for the 21st century. And speaking of this century, The Visitors pick the actors they'd like to see show up in the newest Ape film, coming in 2024. Download this episode so you can listen too!

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Reboots are all the rage, or at least they were in 2011. Planet of the Apes gets another turn at the Reboot process with Rise of the Planet of the Apes. It's a film that has aged remarkably well over the last decade plus. A large portion of the credit goes to Andy Serkis, who the Visitors will be praising a lot here and in the remaining episodes to come. There are also some other actors in here that end up getting outshined by a CGI chimp, including Logan Roy?!? Also, the Visitors recall some of the reboots and remakes that came out in the first decade of the 2000s. Take a spin down memory lane and download this episode now!

Tim Burton's Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Tue, 09 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Tim Burton is an interesting choice to direct for a Planet of the Apes film. What might be interesting in theory doesn't hold up much in practice. The Visitors are at a real loss to say anything complimentary regarding this entry in the series. The plot is missing. The characters are plentiful but dull. There's money on screen in the production design, but to no real end. Should you watch this film yourself to experience it? Listen to this episode and find out! Spoiler: The answer is 'no'. Download now!

Battle for the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400

The end has come. The first end, anyway. The original Apes saga comes to an end in the fifth installment, Battle for the Planet of the Apes. Nuclear war has broken out in human cities, leaving the Apes lush forest village untouched. What happens when the surviving humans decide to attack? There may or may not be a school bus involved. Also, The Visitors talk about Green Book for a bit and which famous directors and musicians appear in this film. Check it out now!

Conquest of the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito, Chris Choban — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

The Visitors jump ahead to the far-off future year of 1991. America is under fascistic rule. The Planet of the Apes series enters into a darker phase. This is a movie that channels the hatred and chaos of the early 70s into a pop—art cataclysm of slavery and revolution. An ape named Caesar will take the reins and possibly forge a new destiny for the planet Earth. The result ends up being the most 80s a film from the 70s has ever looked. Put on your black turtleneck and download this episode. Also, find out the Visitors favorite fictional robots from film and television.

Escape from the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito, Chris Choban — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The Visitors are back again, covering the third installment of the Planet of the Apes film series. This 1971 sequel takes things all the way into the future year of 1973! You read that right. Ape scientists Zira and Cornelius travel back in time to 20th century Earth, and they find things are actually pretty chill. POTUS' German science advisor Otto Hasselin is keeping his eye on them though. Will this movie end in an incredibly depressing way? The answer is Yes. The Visitors also discuss their favorite time travel movies. So turn on, tune in and drop out to this week's episode!

Beneath the Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:11:08 -0500

This week, the Visitors return to the first Apes sequel, Beneath the Planet of the Apes. With a smaller budget and a smaller role for Charlton Heston, this film leaves a lot to be desired. We are introduced to Brent, who subsequently has to be introduced to everything we already learned in the first movie. Then, things take a dramatic left turn when we meet the underground super mutants who worship a giant bomb. Also, learn the Visitor’s favorite Twilight Zone episodes in this excellent episode!

Planet of the Apes

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Get your stinkin' podcasts off me, you damn dirty listener. The Visitors are back for another exciting season of sci-fi goodness. This time, they're rocketing off to cover the Planet of the Apes franchise, starting with the 1968 original. How does this 55-year old movie hold up? Surprisingly well! The themes and ideas are unpacked by the Visitors, now joined by Chris. Email us about your thoughts on Planet of the Apes. Also, in this episode, find out what each of the Visitors' favorite sci-fi movies are. It's a madhouse! A madhouse!

For All Mankind: The Grey

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

The end is here. The Visitors have reached the conclusion of their For All Mankind coverage. Tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union have reached an all-time high. World War III seems to be on the horizon. Jamestown Base is under siege by armed Russian cosmonauts. Pathfinder finds themselves in deadly engagement with no way of contacting NASA. Also, Karen sells the Outpost. What work of Sci-Fi should The Visitors tackle next? Email us at contact@thepostrider.com with your comments and suggestions.

For All Mankind: Triage

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

The Visitors are gearing up for the end of For All Mankind's second season. This week's episode is entirely devoted to the penultimate entry, Triage. A disastrous international kerfuffle leads to cold war tensions being raised. Ed and Karen seemingly reach an impasse in their relationship. Molly and Wayne seemingly reach an impasse in their relationship. Ellen and Pam seemingly reach an impasse in their relationship. Gordo and Tracey seem to be good. Also, the Russians are coming! By all means, feel free to email us at contact@thepostrider.com We won't bite.

For All Mankind: Don't Be Cruel and And Here's to You

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

For All Mankind coverage continues. In part one, a plane takes off and doesn't land causing lots of tension for our characters at NASA. Ellen is forced to deal with a sudden career change. Danielle's visit to the Soviet Union does not go as planned. In the second part, Kelly finds more than she bargained for at a Vietnamese restaurant. Gordo returns to the moon and spends time with Tracy. Karen Baldwin ruins the entire show forever for all time. What did the Visitors think of all this? If only there was a way to find out. Oh, wait, you can download this episode right now! What are you waiting for? Do it!

For All Mankind: The Weight and Best-Laid Plans

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500

The Visitors have reached the halfway point of the second season! Mike and Louis discuss the trials and travails of Gordo and Tracy as they both deal with the "weight" of their life choices. The Russians are coming! They're already in Texas and hanging out with Danielle to discuss the film Space Buddies. Pam, Ellen, and Larry continue to take up valuable screen time. Gordo finds a new motivation and tells it to the mysterious Sam Cleveland, who we finally see in the flesh. Margo makes a friend in her Russian counterpart. All this and The Baldwins in this exciting episode.

For All Mankind: Rules of Engagement and Pathfinder

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Another week, another new episode of the Visitors! For All Mankind's second season continues with Danielle, Gordo, and Ed developing new motivations for returning to space. Adopted daughter Kelly decides what her top school is going to be, with dramatic results. Tracy ponders the emptiness and shallowness of her life as a famous millionaire astronaut, with dramatic results. Margo visits an old friend named Aleida and gives her a job. Ellen gets a letter in the mail from somebody named Pam. That can't be good. What did Louis and Mike think about all this? Listen and find out!

For All Mankind: Every Little Thing and The Bleeding Edge

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Zounds! The Visitors return from hypersleep to cover Season 2 of For All Mankind. See what changes occur as we jump ahead to the 1980s! I want my MTV, indeed. President Ronald Reagan is drawing a hard-line in space against the Soviets, and also John Lennon (?), but NOT the Pope! Gordo and Tracy deal with leading separate lives, and the difficulties of being Famous Astronauts. Ed Baldwin fights Michael Jackson and The Transformers on the Moon! Shudder as Mike and Louis can't remember the name of Don Draper's wife! All this and more in this exciting episode of the Visitors!

For All Mankind: Bent Bird and A City Upon a Hill

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

It’s the season finale of For All Mankind’s breakthrough first season. Louis and Mike are joined by Postrider CEO Lars Emerson to discuss the last two episodes of the season. Will Apollo 24 make it to the moon? Will Ed get to return to Earth? Afterwards, there is a freeform discussion of the show and the season overall. Topics discussed include favorite characters, highlights/lowlights, and what does the show say about the modern day.

For All Mankind: Hi Bob and Rupture

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Give the people what they want! Mike and Louis listened, which is why they talk about Bob Newhart and VHS tapes for 10 minutes. Eventually, they get into discussing For All Mankind. These two episodes are "The Dark Night of the Soul" for our main characters. Thrill as Gordo succumbs to Space Madness! Watch as everyone gathers around a brain-dead child at the hospital! Yawn as Aleida continues to be a part of the scenery! Finally, Sparky barks up the wrong tree.

For All Mankind: Into the Abyss and Home Again

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Mike and Louis have reached the halfway point of the season. Apollo 15 has finally landed on the moon, and finally delivers on some outer space action. How much ice is there on the moon exactly, and will they be able to find any? Next, we jump forward two years with a new POTUS and a new lunar base. A shocking development on the launchpad will impact characters on Earth and the Moon. Lastly, Sparky gives his thoughts on DC's League of Super Pets!

For All Mankind: Nixon's Women and Prime Crew

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Nixon wants to follow the Soviets’ lead and land an American woman on the moon. NASA begins finding and training women astronauts. Two hours focusing on the feminine side of space travel help elevate the show from good to great. Mike and Louis elaborate on how and why that is. Also, Louis shares the story of the time he had lunch with an astronaut.

For All Mankind: Red Moon and He Built the Saturn V

Louis Ryan, Michael Lovito — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The Visitors return for a second exciting season! They head into bold new territory covering the Apple TV+ series For All Mankind. Joining the Visitors this season is new co-pilot Mike Lovito. Together, Louis and Mike will be doing a deep dive into the first two episodes of the exciting first season. They discuss the changes in this podcast's format this season as well as their decision to cover For All Mankind. Watch what happens when the Soviets manage to land on the Moon in 1969 instead of the USA. In the wake of the fallout, Nixon has his eyes set on Werner Von Braun. Afterwards, Louis and Mike discuss how this show compares to other 1960s set works like Mad Men.

The Visitors Might Be Listening Season 2 Trailer

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Louis Ryan announces the new season of The Visitors Might Be Listening, in which he and Michael Lovito take a look at For All Mankind.

V: The Final Battle - Part 3

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

The end is here! The third and final part of V: The Final Battle! How does it all shake out? The Resistance vs. The Visitors! Mike & Juliet vs. Diana! Who will end up victorious? Will Earth survive? Afterwards, our dynamic duo discuss their overall thoughts on V and how it holds up in 2021.

V: The Final Battle - Part 2

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Our daring duo finally come to an episode that neither of them has ever seen. What happens to Juliet while she is captive aboard the mothership? Who is this new member of the resistance, Ham Tyler, and how does he know Mike Donovan? What new lows will Daniel sink to this time? Find out in the brand new episode. Also, Louis takes Lars on a Behind the Scenes look at the writers and directors that took over for original V creator, Kenneth Johnson.

V: The Final Battle - Part 1

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Lars and Louis watch the first part of the sequel miniseries, V: The Final Battle. How will things fare without the steady hand of creator Kenneth Johnson? Which characters return and what new characters will arrive? Will the Resistance pull together or will the Visitors reign supreme. Will Mike Donovan's mom ever find true love? Find out in this exciting installment.

V: The Original Miniseries - Part 2

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

"There are two parts to every miniseries", as the old adage goes. And no less is true of V. Louis and Lars finish their discussion of the Original Miniseries. Shriek as Mike Donovan goes to and from the Mothership at his leisure! Cower as Robert Maxwell sells out his fellow resistance fighters! Flee in terror as Juliet learns how to be a leader! All this is discussed and more in our very special episode. Check it out!

V: The Original Miniseries - Part 1

Louis Ryan, Lars Emerson — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Friendship is Universal! Louis and Lars begin their discussion of the V Franchise, starting with Part 1 of the original miniseries. They talk about the background of how the V series came about and the relevance it holds to today's geopolitical situation. Louis and Lars then go through their favorite moments of Part 1 of V. Afterwards, Louis tells Lars about some fun trivia facts about the miniseries.