BONUS: Introducing Wax Episodic — Alien: Earth S1E1&2

About this episode

This bonus episode introduces the new podcast Wax Episodic and discusses the first two episodes of Alien: Earth.

Bonus Episode: Introducing Wax Episodic Hi, Jason here. This is a special bonus episode reposted from my new podcast, Wax Episodic, where I cover top-tier, story-rich TV shows one season at a time with different co-hosts. We’re kicking things off with Alien: Earth, and I wanted to share the first episode here so you can check it out. If you like it, please consider subscribing to Wax Episodic — it’s my new podcast home, and you can find it at ⁠waxepisodic.com⁠. Or just search “Wax Episodic” wherever you get your podcasts. PS If you were drawn to the twisted power dynamics and manipulation in Squid Game, you’ll find a similar undercurrent in Alien: Earth — where shadowy forces exploit people under the guise of control and order. Alien: Earth S1E1&2: “Neverland” & “Mr. October” The wait is over — Alien: Earth has landed, and Noah Hawley’s first two episodes deliver everything we hoped for: suspense, grotesque alien terrors, strange new lifeforms, and a sharp look at how unchecked corporate ambition could shape our future — in a series that (at least so far) feels both classic and brand new. Join Jason, Randy, and Kara as we dig into “Neverland” and “Mr. October.” Links from the…

People in this episode

Host: Jason

Guests: Randy, Kara

Topics covered

• suspense
• corporate ambition
• alien lifeforms
• power dynamics
• TV shows

Keywords

• Alien: Earth
• Wax Episodic
• suspense
• corporate ambition
• power dynamics
• TV shows
• Neverland
• Mr. October

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wax Episodic

Books & works: Alien: Earth, Neverland, Mr. October

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