Sio Bibble's Babble Bubble

Nicky Kumar of the Imperial Senate Podcast, A Rewatch Between Worlds, and The One & Done Film Club joins the Babble Bubble in the long awaited, 2 Hour long sequel to "Formula Podracing". In this episode Reed and Nicky dive into the close relationship between podracing and Formula One through the eyes of fans who know a little more about racing than they did before. In the later portion of the episode, they take on the roles of F1 Team Principals, picking their favorite fictional podracers for real life F1 Teams! Will Sebulba remain at Red Bull? Does Ben Quadrinaros have what it takes to drive for Ferrari? Listen to find out! 

This week the Babble Bubble dives into the themes and emotional beats of 2003's "Full Metal Alchemist". So stand aside, "Brotherhood", tonight we're only dancing with the OG. Learn how death, family, and what it means to be human ties into the greater narrative of life's journey, both on screen and in reality. If you aren't an anime super geek, fear not, as this journey is one meant for all levels of pop culture fans. Though this episode is designed to entice first time viewers to watch FMA, a few mild spoilers lie ahead, so be warned. 

And we're back! After a months long summer break, the Babble Bubble returns with clips, recording and conversations from never aired episodes of the show. This week get ready for a grab bag of Pocahontas, the X-men, Spidermen, and The Phantom Menace's Quinlan Vos (joined by Szabologist of It's True. All of It. A Star Wars Story). So if you like Disney movies, Marvel Comics, and all things Star Wars, get ready for quite the little ride!

This week, the Babble Bubble revisits the first season of "Yu-Gi-Oh!" and how it, along with Pokemon and Dragon Ball Z, shaped a generation of anime loving Americans. Or, at the very least, fostered a millennial drive to never be pop culturally left behind. Revisit some beloved characters and nostalgia as the show celebrates 20+ years of everyone's favorite card dueling champions!

Who says horror doesn't belong in space? People on Twitter apparently. In this episode, the Babble Bubble challenges that rough take and dives into three turn-of-the-millennium scary films from space. See how certain tropes are mimicked, challenged, and built upon. Plus, an R-Rated Scooby Doo film on the Dark Side of the moon? With Russell Crowe AND Angelina Jolie? Listen to find out!

This week, Szabologist of It's True. All of It. A Star Wars Podcast. joins the program to revisit the theatrical releases of the Star Wars Prequels. We compare our experiences of these films from the perspective of different generations (Gen X vs. Millennial) and nationalities (Australian vs. American). Plus, we dive into how the Star Wars fandom has grown and what it means for our respective nerdoms to be mainstream.

The past year and a half has seen a rapid rise hate crimes toward Asian Americans - recently culminating in the tragic Atlanta Spa Shootings on March 16, 2021. Unfortunately, this trend is quintessentially American. Twenty years after the September 11th terrorist attacks, unfair, cruel, and racist treatment toward Muslim Americans and other brown skinned persons remains in full swing. This week on the Babble Bubble, Reed dives into Islamophobia of the early 21st century and how its legacy continues and feeds into a horrific side of the American experience. #StopAsianHate

This week, the Babble Bubble dives into the greatest fighting game of the early 2000s - "Super Smash Bros. Melee". Reed dives into the 26 playable characters and what emotional resonance they bring to the table. Plus, the show considers which ones history has treated fairly (looking at you, Falco) and which ones not so much (#KirbyFullyLoaded). Plus, KHarmonizer joins in the second half as we play Link, Kirby, Fox, the Ice Climbers and more in a battle royale with nostalgic commentary. Art by Cekcian on Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/CekcianShop)

In this episode, the Babble Bubble celebrates and compares two of the most pivotal characters portrayed by three time Academy Award-Nominee Viggo Mortensen. Between Middle Earth's Aragorn and Hidalgo's Frank Hopkings, who would win in a fight? Who is the most compassionate? And, simply put, who is "better"? * Plus, a little shout out to rescue horses and greyhounds. *(In the highly subjective opinion of the host)

Welcome folx, to the new and improved Babble Bubble! WandaVision on Disney+ is all the craze. But where did it come from? And what more can I read? This week, dive into some of the Wanda-centric comics from the early 2000's: Magneto Dark Seduction (2000), Avengers Disassembled (2004), & House of M (2005). Plus, find out what the other two children "of" Magneto were up to. Enjoy this deep dive and perhaps meet a few less popular characters who are yet to hit the silver screen!

To commemorate the 50th Episode of Sio Bibble's Babble Bubble, we brought back seven of the show's previous guest stars together for a feature length, "prime time" variety hour! Prepare for a plethora of topics ranging from stein holding contests and Gungan redemption films to Yarael Poof's barber and naughty secret santa. Plus, find out which Jedi spent his post Order 66 days as an Imperial Informant. In order of appearance: The Mysterious Mr. L, Alden Diaz (@AD_Strider, "Ahch-To Radio" & "One & Done Film Club"), Szabologist (@it_wars, "It's True All of It, A Star Wars Podcast"), Clare Stribling (@cstribs, "Imperial Senate Podcast" & "Kessel Run Transmissions"),Chris [Censored], KHarmonizer (@kharmonizer), & Nicky Kumar (@naquicious "Imperial Senate Podcast" & "One & Done Film Club").

In the second part of a two part series, the Babble Bubble continues a deep dive into the major films and television programs that filled the gap between the Star Wars Prequels and Sequels. Focusing on the second half of the so called "Dark Ages" (2010-2015), fondly revisit the overlooked hits of MCU's Phase II and the emergence of HBO's Game of Thrones.

In a truly personal (and, production-wise, draining) two part series, our host dives into the influential non-Star Wars media that filled the decade-long void between Revenge of the Sith (2005) and The Force Awakens (2015). In Part 1, the Babble Bubble acknowledges the later half of Harry Potter book and film releases, the early stages of the MCU & Dark Knight Trilogy, and the importance of shows like Battlestar Galactica. This was a doozy to put together but a real passion project.

This week, the tribe has spoken. 18 castaways - 9 Star Wars heroes and 9 Star Wars villains - are voluntarily stranded on an island in Naboo, each on a quest to be crowned "Sole Survivor" and win one million credits. Who has what it takes to outwit, outplay, and outlast? Plus, it wouldn't be a Prequels Appreciation show without a little bit of applause for the return of Kings Hayden and Ewan to the Star Wars Universe.

So, the Mandalorian won't just let the Prequels inspiration stop, will they? And that's a great thing! This week, the Babble Bubble dives into what shenanigans the artist formerly known as Baby Yoda got into on Coruscant, whether Plo Koon was put on baby sitting duty, and how Ki Adi Mundi may have helped with his beard. Plus, we celebrate the Mandalorian's awesome dedication to Jango Fett and how Fennec Shand celebrates and honors the late, great Zam Wessell.

So you've watched Chapter 12 of the Mandalorian and have heard about "M-Counts" and lava trenches. Wait? M-Counts! Could it be? Most likely! In this episode of the Babble Bubble, your not-elected-by-the-people show-host dives into Midi-cholorians, mini quarians, and everything in between. Celebrate the merger of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, & Faith all with a bunch of pop culture samples spliced in!

Szabologist of "It's True. All of It. A Star Wars Podcast" rejoins the show to discuss our favorite bounty hunters, dark siders, and criminal scum of the Clone Wars. Does Cad Bane make being boring look cool? Will Dooku ever learn he's being swindled? And why can't Zabraks live in the jungle? Plus, listen to two new original songs! Check all of Szabologist's other great Star Wars tracks at https://szabologist.bandcamp.com/.

Charlie Ashby and Nicky Kumar of the Imperial Senate Podcast join the Babble Bubble to discuss the Arsenal-Manchester United rivalry of the Prequels Era (1999-2005). Reminisce over a bygone era of stern Irishmen, fancy pajama pants, and less money in professional sports. Plus, find out who's the Nute Gunray, Count Dooku, and General Grievous of the EPL.

Isn't the Mandalorian a cool show? But don't you hate how it has only a few prequels references? Well, in this episode (recorded outside in the wind and rain for no apparent reason), the Babble Bubble tries to fix that and give you a Prequels heavy second season of everyone's favorite Bounty Hunter program. Meet the descendant of a famous politician (played by a beloved comedian), share some laughs with a Robotic Separatist who isn't a droid, and revisit your favorite locales.

In part two of "The Sexy Jetsons", Alden Diaz of Ahch-To Radio Radio and Reed continue their deep dive of Attack of the Clones one-off characters. How do the Kaminoans choose their Prime Minister? Which Tatooine staple is the greatest of all Star Wars characters? And can you guess which Geonosis Jedi earned themselves a dope action figure? Tune in to find out!