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Having survived the dark ages of Whedon-less television, a period of reprieve is here as master storyteller Joss Whedon returns with his Victorian sci-fi epic The Nevers for HBO. We're a weekly podcast dedicated to the discussion and dissection of every episode of THE NEVERS. Listen in as we review episodes, speculate and discuss news as it pertains to the series. We may just re-visit some of Whedon's past works too.

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United States

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Having survived the dark ages of Whedon-less television, a period of reprieve is here as master storyteller Joss Whedon returns with his Victorian sci-fi epic The Nevers for HBO. We're a weekly podcast dedicated to the discussion and dissection of every episode of THE NEVERS. Listen in as we review episodes, speculate and discuss news as it pertains to the series. We may just re-visit some of Whedon's past works too.

Language:

English


Episodes

The Nevers Podcast | A Journey Concluded - Exploring the Epic Finale of The Nevers

6/8/2023
:: SPOILERS INCOMING:: In the latest episode of The Nevers Podcast, we dive into the climatic moments that unfolded in the final episode of the series. We analyze the significance of True and Adair's escape from the power station and the implications it holds for the touched community. We also discuss the confrontation between True, Adair and Lavinia, exploring its consequences and the casualties of the battle between the Touched and anti-touched purists. We also examine the role of Dr. Hague and the orange energy in the final moments, discussing the impact of his acquisition of the Galanthi and the subsequent loss of powers among the Touched. We also explore recurring themes and symbolism, including sacrifice and redemption, power and unity and the symbolism of light and darkness. We reflect on the impact of these themes on the characters' journeys and the overarching narrative. Finally, we share our personal reflections on the final episode of The Nevers, discussing the season as a whole and the journey of the characters. :: END OF SPOILERS:: But wait, there's more! We have an exciting announcement to make. The Nevers Podcast is undergoing a rebranding, taking it to new horizons! While still centered around Joss Whedon, the podcast will expand its focus to cover a wide range of Whedon-related topics, including deep dives into his comic books, movies, iconic TV shows and un-produced scripts (many of which we have.) We're very excited about this new chapter! If you're passionate about Whedon's works and would like to join us as a co-host on our new podcast, we want to hear from you! Send an email to theneverspodcast@gmail.com expressing your interest and telling us why you'd be a great addition to our team. We can't wait to hear from you! (c: And get ready for a roundtable discussion on Whedon as the next episode. We'll be delving into the recent controversies surrounding Joss. As fans of Joss Whedon, we felt it was essential to address the recent controversies surrounding him and the idea of redemption. Our roundtable will delve into thought-provoking discussions, including whether the negativity that some have towards Joss is fair, as well as delving into the complexities of these controversies, exploring different perspectives and examining the implications for Whedon's body of work. We believe it is crucial to have a balanced conversation, so the roundtable discussion will feature both supporters and non-supporters of Whedon to share their viewpoints. We want to create a space where we can discuss these issues respectfully while also acknowledging our continued admiration and support for Joss Whedon as a creator. Join us on this exciting new chapter of our podcasting endeavor, and thank you for joining us on the journey of The Nevers. Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:05:08

The Nevers Podcast | Decoding Episode 11: 'Aint We Got Fun'.

6/1/2023
This week we're dissecting episode eleven titled "Aint We Got Fun." We unpack all the twists and turns from Hague's twisted plans with the Galanthi and True's mind-bending journey to the surprising betrayals and revelations. So, grab your headphones and let's dive in! Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:08:57

The Nevers Podcast | Unleashing a Whirlwind - Episode 10: 'Alright, Okay, You Win'

5/25/2023
Join us as we explore the intense events that unfold in episode ten of The Nevers, including the celebration over the defeated bill, True and Adair's daring mission at the power station and the shocking confrontation between Augie and his sister. Plus, we'll dive into our listeners' letters, adding even more depth to the discussion. Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:46:39

The Nevers Podcast | Behind Closed Doors: The Revelations of Episode 9

5/18/2023
In this episode, we're discussing the flashbacks of Lavinia and Augustus as kids to the intense moments in the present. We also chat about the shocking discoveries Amalia and Penance stumble upon in those mysterious tunnels, the emotional rollercoaster between Lavinia and Augustus and more. Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:00:58:55

The Nevers Podcast | Tiny Alien, Big Trouble: Recapping Episode 8

5/11/2023
In this episode, we're going deep into the major themes, character growth and plot twists of the episode. We'll be sharing our take on the overall direction of the show and giving our opinions on what we loved (or didn't love) about this episode. Taheg is joined once again by Tanisha from Show Talk Podcast to break it all down with us. So grab your popcorn and tune in to get the scoop on this latest episode of The Nevers. Please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:12:16

The Nevers Podcast | Unraveling the Mysteries: A Deep Dive into The Nevers, Episode 7

5/4/2023
Welcome back to The Nevers Podcast! It's been some time since our last review of the series, but we're excited to dive back into the world of The Nevers and review the latest episode, episode seven titled It's A Good Day. In this episode, we compare and contrast the first part of the season with this second half, discussing how the story has evolved and progressed. We also delve into major character developments, analyzing the motivations and relationships of our beloved characters. Throughout the episode, we examine the various thematic elements and symbolism. And as always, we answer submitted letters from our listeners. Kindly consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:48:51

The Nevers Podcast | Unveiling 'The Nevers': An Exclusive Interview with Actress Amy Manson

4/27/2023
In this episode, we sit down with the talented and dynamic Amy Manson, one of the stars's of "The Nevers". Join us as we delve into the world of Victorian science fiction, where Amy shares with us some of the behind-the-scenes stories from the show, including auditioning for the show, becoming familiar with the multi-faceted character of Maladie and where her character might go. We also get a glimpse into Amy's life as an actor and the lessons she's learned along the way. Finally, we get a sneak peek into some of Amy's upcoming projects and what fans can expect from her in the future. Don't miss this exciting and insightful conversation with one of television's rising stars! And stay tuned for upcoming episodes of our reviews of The Nevers, covering episodes 7-12, starting next week! Kindly consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to The Nevers Podcast, as it helps us in expanding our community and reaching a wider audience. For additional content on The Nevers, follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast. We always appreciate your feedback. You can send us your questions, suggestions, and comments at theneverspodcast@gmail.com. Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:00:46:30

The Nevers Podcast | HBO Cancels The Nevers & What We're Watching

12/23/2022
In this episode, we discuss The Nevers being cancelled, what we're currently watching and what's next for the podcast. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:02:45

The Nevers Podcast | Huzza! We're back! Well, sort of.

6/30/2022
Jason joins Laura and Chirag for a brief chat, catching up on what they've been up to since they last recorded together, the future of The Nevers, and the new showrunner. They also try to figure out when the series will return and announce a new project. Plus, they answer your submitted letters. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:03:58

Rebroadcast: The Nevers Podcast | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E6: 'True'

6/16/2022
Rebroadcast: The Nevers Podcast | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E6: 'True' Original broadcast date: May 19th 2021 Chirag and Laura tackle The Nevers epic mid-season finale and analyze all the significant developments before answering your voice mail and written letters. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:57:03

Rebroadcast: The Nevers Podcast | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E5: 'Hanged'

6/2/2022
Original broadcast date: May 12th 2021 Hosts Laura and Chirag are back to review episode five of The Nevers titled 'Hanged' and share their thoughts on yet another surprise ending. They then mosey on over to the mailbox to read some of your letters. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:32:03

Rebroadcast: The Nevers Podcast | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E4: 'Undertaking'

5/19/2022
Original broadcast date: May 2, 2021 Hosts Laura and Chirag review the fourth episode of The Nevers titled 'Undertaking' and share their feelings on the surprise ending. They then crack open the mailbox and answer your letters. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:10:55

Rebroadcast: The Nevers | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E3: 'Ignition'

5/5/2022
Original broadcast date: April 26, 2021 Hosts Laura, Chirag and Shaun dissect the third episode of The Nevers titled 'Ignition' and share their feelings on the surprise ending. They then crack open the mailbox and answer your letters. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers. Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:02:03

Rebroadcast: The Nevers | Review & Analysis of The Nevers S1E2: 'Exposure'

4/18/2022
Original broadcast date: April 19, 2021 Hosts Laura and Chirag review the second episode of The Nevers titled 'Exposure.' They discuss the twists and turns the episode takes, offer up theories for the series, and share their favourite quotes from the episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers. Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:20:21

Rebroadcast: The Nevers | Review & Analysis of S1E1: 'Touched'

4/3/2022
Original broadcast date: April 12, 2021 Titled Touched, episode one begins three years after an inexplicable event suddenly equips a percentage of London's population (women and men) with extraordinary abilities. Amalia True and Penance Adair work to protect their kind from widespread, deepening antipathy. Meanwhile, police inspector Frank Mundi (Ben Chaplin) investigates a string of murders at the hands of a reportedly Touched and highly dangerous serial killer named Maladie. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers. Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:12:33

Firefly: Back in the Skies | Serenity (2005 Film)

2/9/2022
Here we are at the end of our Firefly journey, folks - but we're going out with a bang. We've gathered four of Firefly's biggest fans to discuss one of motion pictures' greatest sci-fi films ever, Serenity, the feature film that continues Joss Whedon's Firefly story. Enjoy this epic retrospective.. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:02:53:00

In Conversation With VFX Supervisor Johnny Han | The Nevers

1/12/2022
Johnny Han is a visual effects artist and is currently serving as the visual effects supervisor on The Nevers. Johnny has a range of experience in television and film, and his credits include Smallville, Supernatural, Spider-Man 3, Heroes, Pacific Rim, and Lost in Oz. We chat with Johnny about how he got his start in the business, what his job as a visual effects supervisor on The Nevers entails, and learn the differences between visual effects and special effects. We discuss the working relationship between the VFX and special effects and stunt department, the creative genius that is Joss Whedon, envisioning set pieces and recruiting VFX companies for the series. He shares the pandemic's impact on the VFX business and the challenges of filming during COVID. We discuss filming the now-famous water fight, the challenges of such an ambitious sequence, creating the Primrose character, working on The Nevers with cinematographer Seamus McGarvey, the difficulties involved in designing the Galanthi, advice for VFX artists starting out and much more. Johnny also promises an exciting second half of the season! Visit Johnny Han's website at http://www.johnnyhan.com or Johnny's Instagram page @thejohnnyhan Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:34:25

Firefly: Back in the Skies | Episode 14: Objects in Space

1/5/2022
This week on Firefly: Back in the Skies, we're discussing the last episode of Firefly, *sad face*, Objects in Space. Serenity encounters a ruthlessly professional bounty hunter, Jubal Early, who will stop at nothing to retrieve River. But River, feeling unwelcome on the ship, takes a novel approach to escaping from the Alliance. This may be the last episode of Firefly, but we'll be back to discuss the feature film, Serenity. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:00:42:26

Firefly: Back in the Skies | Episode 13: Heart of Gold

12/23/2021
This week on Firefly: Back in the Skies, we're discussing Heart of Gold. A Companion-trained friend of Inara's who runs a brothel on a remote planet calls for help from Serenity when a local reveals his intentions to take the baby from a woman he impregnated. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:00:48:20

Firefly: Back in the Skies | Episode 12: The Message

12/8/2021
This week on Firefly: Back in the Skies, we're discussing another fan favourite episode, The Message. A former Independence soldier who had served with Mal and Zoë returns in a dramatic manner, with a vicious Alliance officer chasing after him for some unusual smuggled goods. Please rate, review and subscribe to The Nevers Podcast. Your support goes a long way in helping us to grow our community and reach more listeners. For even more content on The Nevers, visit our website at hbothenevers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube @hbothenevers and @theneverspodcast Your feedback is always appreciated. Send comments, questions and topic suggestions to: theneverspodcast@gmail.com Music by: Guilherme Moraes Produced & edited by Matthew at Culture Inject Studios.

Duration:01:02:08