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    Anthology – The Twilight Zone and Classic Sci-Fi Podcast

    Anthology is a podcast exploring science fiction anthology television from TV's first golden age beginning with The Twilight Zone. Each week, join host Matt Hurt (The Obsessive Viewer podcast) as he discusses the plot, themes, and trivia of an episode of The Twilight Zone as well as how he felt as a first time viewer of the show. Classic TV shows planned for future seasons of the podcast include The Outer Limits, Tales of Tomorrow, Science Fiction Theatre, Alcoa Presents: One Step Beyond, The Ray Bradbury Theater, and more. Bonus episodes are also planned for modern sci-fi anthology shows like Black Mirror, Dimension 404, Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams, and Jordan Peele's 2019 reboot of The Twilight Zone. Proudly presented by ObsessiveViewer.com.
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    Episodes (164)

    101 - The Changing of the Guard (The Twilight Zone S03E37) + The Green Bomb (Science Fiction Theatre S02E04)

    101 - The Changing of the Guard (The Twilight Zone S03E37) + The Green Bomb (Science Fiction Theatre S02E04)
    This week, I review of episode 37 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Changing of the Guard. I also share my thoughts on episode 4 of Science Fiction Theatre’s second season, The Green Bomb in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 04:15
    • The Changing of the Guard - 20:53
    • The Green Bomb (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:08:53
     
    Outro – 1:20:22
     
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    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.2.2)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    100 - Cavender Is Coming (The Twilight Zone S03E36) + Who is this Man? (Science Fiction Theatre S02E03)

    100 - Cavender Is Coming (The Twilight Zone S03E36) + Who is this Man? (Science Fiction Theatre S02E03)
    This week, I review of episode 36 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Cavender is Coming. I also share my thoughts on episode 3 of Science Fiction Theatre’s second season, Who is this Man? in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 04:46
    • Cavender is Coming - 13:19
    • Who is this Man? (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:06:17
     
    Outro – 1:16:21
     
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    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.1.4)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    099 - I Sing the Body Electric (The Twilight Zone S03E35) + The Long Sleep (Science Fiction Theatre S02E02)

    099 - I Sing the Body Electric (The Twilight Zone S03E35) + The Long Sleep (Science Fiction Theatre S02E02)
    This week, I review of episode 35 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: I Sing the Body Electric. I also share my thoughts on episode 2 of Science Fiction Theatre’s second season, The Long Sleep in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 02:49
    • I Sing the Body Electric - 15:02
    • The Long Sleep (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:18:55
     
    Outro – 1:30:07
     
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    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.1.4)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    098 - Young Man’s Fancy (The Twilight Zone S03E34) + Signals from the Heart (Science Fiction Theatre S02E01)

    098 - Young Man’s Fancy (The Twilight Zone S03E34) + Signals from the Heart (Science Fiction Theatre S02E01)
    Happy New Year! This week, I kick off 2023 with a review of episode 34 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Young Man's Fancy. I also share my thoughts on episode 1 of Science Fiction Theatre’s second season, Signals from the Heart in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 02:46
    • Young Man's Fancy - 20:31
    • Signals from the Heart (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:25:45
     
    Outro – 1:35:41
     
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    Mic Info
    • RØDE Podmic
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.0.9 BETA)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, Equalizer, Big Bottom, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    097 - The Dummy (The Twilight Zone S03E33) + Carol for Another Christmas (1964)

    097 - The Dummy (The Twilight Zone S03E33) + Carol for Another Christmas (1964)
    This week, I review episode 33 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Dummy. I also share my thoughts on the 1964 Rod Serling scripted TV movie, Carol for Another Christmas.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 04:01
    • The Dummy - 16:45
    • Carol for Another Christmas - 1:15:42
     
    Outro – 1:32:27
     
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    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.0.9 BETA)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    096 - The Gift (The Twilight Zone S03E32) + The Other Side of the Moon (Science Fiction Theatre S01E39)

    096 - The Gift (The Twilight Zone S03E32) + The Other Side of the Moon (Science Fiction Theatre S01E39)
    This week, I review episode 32 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Gift. I also share my thoughts on episode 39 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, The Other Side of the Moon in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 03:01
    • The Gift - 08:18
    • The Other Side of the Moon (Science Fiction Theatre) - 57:01
     
    Outro – 1:09:35
     
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    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.0.9 BETA)
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    095 - The Trade-Ins (The Twilight Zone S03E31) + Operation Flypaper (Science Fiction Theatre S01E38)

    095 - The Trade-Ins (The Twilight Zone S03E31) + Operation Flypaper (Science Fiction Theatre S01E38)
    This week, I review episode 31 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Trade-Ins. I also share my thoughts on episode 38 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Operation Flypaper in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 03:51
    • The Trade-Ins - 09:39
    • Operation Flypaper (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:10:46
     
    Outro – 1:19:35
     
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    Recent Patreon Episodes
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    094 – Hocus-Pocus and Frisby (The Twilight Zone S03E30) + Sound of Murder (Science Fiction Theatre S01E37)

    094 – Hocus-Pocus and Frisby (The Twilight Zone S03E30) + Sound of Murder (Science Fiction Theatre S01E37)
    This week, I review episode 30 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Hocus-Pocus and Frisby. I also share my thoughts on episode 37 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Sound of Murder in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 04:50
    • Hocus-Pocus and Frisby - 11:33
    • Sound of Murder (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:06:06
     
    Outro – 1:14:43
     
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    Recent Patreon Episodes
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    093 - Four O’Clock (The Twilight Zone S03E29) + Are We Invaded? (Science Fiction Theatre S01E36)

    093 - Four O’Clock (The Twilight Zone S03E29) + Are We Invaded? (Science Fiction Theatre S01E36)
    This week, I review episode 29 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Four O'Clock. I also share my thoughts on episode 36 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Are We Invaded?, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • From the World of Fiction and Science - 02:51
    • Four O'Clock - 09:23
    • Are We Invaded? (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:24:17
     
    Outro – 1:34:18
     
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    Recent Patreon Episodes
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    092 - The Little People (The Twilight Zone S03E28) + Project 44 (Science Fiction Theatre S01E35)

    092 - The Little People (The Twilight Zone S03E28) + Project 44 (Science Fiction Theatre S01E35)
    This week, I review episode 28 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Little People. I also share my thoughts on episode 35 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Project 44, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • The Little People - 04:57
    • Project 44 (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:03:44
     
    Outro – 1:13:53
     
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    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    091 - Person or Persons Unknown (The Twilight Zone S03E27) + The Long Day (Science Fiction Theatre S01E34)

    091 - Person or Persons Unknown (The Twilight Zone S03E27) + The Long Day (Science Fiction Theatre S01E34)
    This week, I review episode 27 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Person or Persons Unknown. I also share my thoughts on episode 34 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, The Long Day, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • Person or Persons Unknown - 04:07
    • The Long Day (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:01:56
     
    Outro – 1:16:01
     
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    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    090 - Little Girl Lost (The Twilight Zone S03E26) + Before the Beginning (Science Fiction Theatre S01E33)

    090 - Little Girl Lost (The Twilight Zone S03E26) + Before the Beginning (Science Fiction Theatre S01E33)
    This week, I review episode 26 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Little Girl Lost. I also share my thoughts on episode 33 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Before the Beginning, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • Little Girl Lost - 02:54
    • Before the Beginning (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:14:12
     
    Outro – 1:24:35
     
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    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    089 - The Fugitive (The Twilight Zone S03E25) + Beyond Return (Science Fiction Theatre S01E32)

    089 - The Fugitive (The Twilight Zone S03E25) + Beyond Return (Science Fiction Theatre S01E32)
    This week, I review episode 25 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Fugitive. I also share my thoughts on episode 32 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Beyond Return, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • The Fugitive - 08:40
    • Beyond Return (Science Fiction Theatre) - 58:09
     
    Outro – 1:07:55
     
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    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    088 – To Serve Man (The Twilight Zone S03E24) + Friend of a Raven (Science Fiction Theatre S01E31)

    088 – To Serve Man (The Twilight Zone S03E24) + Friend of a Raven (Science Fiction Theatre S01E31)
    This week, I review episode 24 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: To Serve Man. I also share my thoughts on episode 31 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Friend of a Raven, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • To Serve Man - 03:23
    • Friend of a Raven (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:17:26
     
    Outro – 1:24:54
     
    Related Links
     
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: DeEsser, High Pass Filter, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    087 – The Last Rites of Jeff Myrtlebank (The Twilight Zone S03E23) + Postcard from Barcelona (Science Fiction Theatre S01E30)

    087 – The Last Rites of Jeff Myrtlebank (The Twilight Zone S03E23) + Postcard from Barcelona (Science Fiction Theatre S01E30)
    This week, I review episode 23 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Last Rites of Jeff Myrtlebank. I also share my thoughts on episode 30 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Postcard from Barcelona, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • The Last Rites of Jeff Myrtlebank - 06:32
    • Postcard from Barcelona (Science Fiction Theatre) - 59:09
     
    Outro – 1:12:06
     
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    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: DeEsser, High Pass Filter, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    086 - A Piano in the House (The Twilight Zone S03E22) + The Hastings Secret (Science Fiction Theatre S01E29)

    086 - A Piano in the House (The Twilight Zone S03E22) + The Hastings Secret (Science Fiction Theatre S01E29)
    This week, I review episode 22 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: A Piano in the House. I also share my thoughts on episode 29 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, The Hastings Secret, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • A Piano in the House - 06:50
    • The Hastings Secret (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:01:48
     
    Outro – 1:13:43
     
    Related Links
     
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20
    • RØDEcaster Pro II
    • Processing: DeEsser, High Pass Filter, and Master Compellor enabled
    • Recorded in the Living Room
     

    085 - Kick the Can (The Twilight Zone S03E21) + The Unexplored (Science Fiction Theatre S01E28)

    085 - Kick the Can (The Twilight Zone S03E21) + The Unexplored (Science Fiction Theatre S01E28)
    This week, I review episode 21 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Kick the Can. I also share my thoughts on episode 28 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, The Unexplored, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • Kick the Can - 05:38
    • The Unexplored (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:11:02
     
    Outro – 1:18:57
     
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    Mic Info
    • Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 through RØDE RØDEcaster Pro II (High Pass Filter and DeEsser Enabled) - Recorded in Living Room
     

    084 - Showdown with Rance McGrew (The Twilight Zone S03E20) + The Water Maker (Science Fiction Theatre S01E27)

    084 - Showdown with Rance McGrew (The Twilight Zone S03E20) + The Water Maker (Science Fiction Theatre S01E27)
    This week, I review episode 20 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Showdown with Rance McGrew. I also share my thoughts on episode 27 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, The Water Maker, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • Showdown with Rance McGrew - 08:25
    • The Water Maker (Science Fiction Theatre) - 1:14:02
     
    Outro – 1:24:09
     
    Related Links
     
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20 with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2 (Living Room)
     

    083 – The Hunt (The Twilight Zone S03E19) + Target Hurricane (Science Fiction Theatre S01E26)

    083 – The Hunt (The Twilight Zone S03E19) + Target Hurricane (Science Fiction Theatre S01E26)
    This week, I review episode 19 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: The Hunt. I also share my thoughts on episode 26 of Science Fiction Theatre’s first season, Target Hurricane, in a brief spoiler-free bonus review.
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • The Hunt - 03:05
    • Target Hurricane (Science Fiction Theatre) - 56:48
     
    Outro – 1:13:48
     
    Related Links
     
     
     
    Where to Find Anthology
     
     
    Mic Info
    • ElectroVoice RE20 with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2 (Recorded in the Living Room)
     

    082 – Dead Man’s Shoes (The Twilight Zone S03E18) + Dead Woman’s Shoes (The Twilight Zone 1985 S01E09) + Dead Man’s Eyes (The Twilight Zone 2002 S01E08)

    082 – Dead Man’s Shoes (The Twilight Zone S03E18) + Dead Woman’s Shoes (The Twilight Zone 1985 S01E09) + Dead Man’s Eyes (The Twilight Zone 2002 S01E08)
    This week, I review episode 18 from The Twilight Zone’s third season: Dead Man's Shoes. I also review the episode's two remakes, Dead Woman's Shoes (from the 1985 Twilight Zone revival) and Dead Man's Eyes (from the 2002 Twilight Zone revival).
     
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    Timestamps
     
    Intro – 00:25
     
    • Dead Man's Shoes - 05:02
    • Dead Woman's Shoes - 51:59
    • Dead Man's Eyes - 1:22:40
     
    Outro – 2:00:08
     
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    Mic Info
    • Dead Man's Shoes: Shure SM58 with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2
    • Dead Woman's Shoes: RØDE Podmic with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser and Big Bottom effects enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2
    • Dead Man's Eyes: ElectroVoice RE20 with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2