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Battlestar Galacticast

BSG star Tricia Helfer and TV writer/journalist Marc Bernardin do an episode-by-episode rewatch of Battlestar Galactica in its entirety, diving deep into the themes of the award-winning sci-fi classic and revealing behind the scenes details that only a true BSG insider like Tricia would know. In add

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 8 min
Latest: 15 Dec 2020
Language: English

Latest episode

15 Dec 2020 · 1 hr 39 min

BONUS: 'The Plan' with writer Jane Espenson

Marc Bernardin and Tricia Helfer are joined by Jane Espenson, writer and executive producer of the BSG TV movie, The Plan.

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S4 · 8 Dec 2020 · 1 hr 1 min
BONUS: Making music with composer Bear McCreary
In this bonus episode of Battlestar Galacticast, Marc and Tricia talk with composer extraordinaire Bear McCreary about getting his big break on BSG.
S4 · E21 · 1 Dec 2020 · 1 hr 26 min
Season 4, Episode 21: Daybreak Part 3 - Mary McDonnell
Marc and Tricia are joined by Laura Roslin herself, Mary McDonnell, in watching and discussing the final episode of Battlestar Galactica.
S4 · E20 · 24 Nov 2020 · 1 hr 13 min
Season 4, Episode 20: Daybreak Part 2 - Ronald D. Moore
Join Marc and Tricia as they're joined by a fella named Ron Moore to discuss what's technically the penultimate episode of Battlestar Galactica: "Daybreak Part 2."
S4 · E19 · 17 Nov 2020 · 1 hr 8 min
Season 4, Episode 19: Daybreak: Part 1 - Katee Sackhoff
Let there be no illusions! This is likely to be a one-way trip. So don’t volunteer out of sentiment or emotion.” We’re really in the home stretch now as Marc and Tricia are joined by special guest Katee Sackhoff to discuss BSG Season 4 Episode 19: “Daybreak Part 1. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E18 · 10 Nov 2020 · 1 hr 4 min
Season 4, Episode 18: Islanded In A Stream Of Stars - Edward James Olmos
Marc and Tricia are joined by special guest Edward James Olmos as they revisit BSG Season 4, Episode 18: “Islanded in a Stream of Stars.” The discuss Eddie’s roles as both actor and director in this episode, the timelessness of the series, and quarantining in the BSG bubble. Also, random cameos by Eddie’s dog. Join us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E17 · 3 Nov 2020 · 1 hr 18 min
Season 4, Episode 17: Someone To Watch Over Me (featuring Bear McCreary)
"Remember, the first one who sights a habitable rock will get this fine oral hygiene product. It is the last tube of Tauron toothpaste in the universe. Gods know most of you need it." Join Marc, Tricia, and special guest/musical maestro Bear McCreary as they discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 17: "Someone to Watch Over Me." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E16 · 27 Oct 2020 · 1 hr 11 min
Season 4, Episode 16: "Deadlock"
“I feel it! For her. For you. For Liam. Shouldn’t need to spout the words; I feel it less with words. Just let me Gods-damn feel it and I’ll fill the frakkin’ room!”Join Marc and Tricia as they’re joined by special guest Aaron Douglas to discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 16: “Deadlock.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E15 · 20 Oct 2020 · 1 hr 19 min
Season 4, Episode 15: No Exit
Dean Stockwell unleashed! “I don’t want to be human! I want to see gamma rays, I want to hear x-rays, and I want to smell dark matter!” Join Marc and Tricia as they discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 15: “No Exit.”
S4 · 13 Oct 2020 · 56 min
BONUS: The Face of the Enemy
The Face of the Enemy is a webisode series that aired on SYFY.com during the midseason break of Battlestar Galactica Season 4. The episodes focus on Felix Gaeta, two Number Eights, and others who are stranded on a Raptor, where the passengers are mysteriously dying one by one. Marc and Tricia break it down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E14 · 6 Oct 2020 · 1 hr 11 min
Season 4, Episode 14: Blood on the Scales
"No. Not now. Not ever. Do you hear me? I will use every cannon, every bomb, every bullet, every weapon I have down to my own eye teeth to end you. I swear it! I’m coming for all of you!” Join Marc and Tricia as they discuss the high stakes and oh so quotable threats of BSG Season 4, Episode 14: “Blood on the Scales. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E13 · 30 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 4 min
Season 4, Episode 13: The Oath
We’re in the back half of the final season! Join Marc and Tricia as they discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 13: “The Oath,” an episode featuring a performance by Edward James Olmos that’s so good it can only be described in ALL CAPS. Also, who wants a cup of algae coffee? Start your morning off right with Battlestar Galacticast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 15 min
BONUS: Colonel Tigh [Michael Hogan] Needs Our Help
Friends and family of BSG star Michael Hogan have come together to launch a GoFundMe to help the embattled 71-year-old actor cover extensive medical bills he incurred following a February fall that left him with a severe brain injury.To help raise awareness and funds, we've decided to air an old episode - actually one of our firsts - that features Michael. If you would like to contribute, you can find the GoFundMe page here - https://www.gofundme.com/f/michael-hogan-fund See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…
S4 · E12 · 22 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 15 min
Season 4, Episode 12: A Disquiet Follows My Soul
Join us as Marc and Tricia are joined by special guest Alessandro Juliani (Tactical Officer Lieutenant Felix Gaeta) to discuss showrunner Ron Moore’s directorial debut, BSG Season 4, Episode 12: “A Disquiet Follows My Soul.” Also, AJ talks about how a stage production of Romeo and Juliet led to him joining the BSG family and everyone gazes in awe at Admiral Adama’s vigorous toothbrushing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E11 · 15 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 22 min
Season 4, Episode 11: Sometimes a Great Notion
Marc and Tricia are joined by Kandyse McClure (Lt. Anastasia Dualla) in their discussion of BSG Season 4, Episode 11: “Sometimes a Great Notion.” Kandyse shares stories of how she joined the Battlestar family as they break down one of the most depressing episodes of the series (and that’s saying something). It’s a humdinger.
S4 · E10 · 9 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 7 min
Season 4, Episode 10: "Revelations"
It’s the final season, so people are gonna start dying! Listen in as Marc and Tricia break down BSG Season 4, Episode 10: “Revelations.” They’re always at your service. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E9 · 1 Sep 2020 · 1 hr 10 min
Season 4, Episode 9: The Hub
“JUMP!” Roslin’s having visions of her departed friend Elosha (and her own death) as humans and Cylons engage in a battle to destroy the Resurrection Hub. Join Marc and Tricia as they discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 9: “The Hub.”
S4 · E8 · 25 Aug 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Season 4, Episode 8: Sine Qua Non
President Roslin’s been kidnapped! It’s up to us! Tune in as Marc and Tricia discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 8: “Sine Qua Non.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E7 · 18 Aug 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 4, Episode 7: Guess What's Coming to Dinner?
The Colonial Fleet and the Cylon rebels form a dubious alliance to shut down the Cylon Resurrection Hub in BSG Season 4, Episode 7: “Guess What’s Coming to Dinner.” Join Marc and Tricia as they break down this frakkin’ great episode. Bonus: Marc and Tricia’s Pain Chronicles. Not for the faint of heart! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E6 · 11 Aug 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 4, Episode 6: Faith
Tune in as Marc and Tricia are joined by director Michael Nankin to discuss BSG Season 4, Episode 6: “Faith.” This is the episode in which the mutiny attempt aboard the Demetrius is foiled as Starbuck leads her crew to the Cylon rebel’s Basestar. It’s also the episode that might be named after a George Michael song. Gotta have it.
S4 · E5 · 4 Aug 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Season 4, Episode 5: The Road Less Traveled
There’s a Heavy-Raider in the house (ship), Baltar’s got an inexplicable new wardrobe (where did all those materials come from?), and Starbuck might be an angel. Also, the art of pistol-whipping. Join Marc and Tricia in a discussion of BSG Season 4, Episode 5: “The Road Less Traveled.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E4 · 28 Jul 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 4, Episode 4: Escape Velocity
Baltar’s in a deep dark room of the Galactica having a lot of sex and ranting and raving about the Cylon god. Meanwhile, Tigh, Tyrol, and Tory are arguing over how far they should go to ensure their Cylon secret stays a secret. Also, Baltar’s having a lot of sex (so much that we had to mention it twice). Join Marc and Tricia in the bacchanal that is Battlestar Galactica Season 4, Episode 4: “Escape Velocity.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E3 · 21 Jul 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
Season 4, Episode 3: The Ties That Bind
Marc and Tricia take us through The Ties that Bind
S4 · E2 · 14 Jul 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 4, Episode 2: "Six of One"
Half a dozen of the other? Is that a Cylon reference? Is Starbuck a Cylon? So many Cylon questions and references to numbers! Speaking of which, two Baltars are always better than one. Join Marc and Tricia as they discuss Season 4, Episode 2: “Six of One.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · E1 · 7 Jul 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
Season 4, Episode 1: He That Believeth in Me
Tricia and Marc are flying into Season 4 of Battlestar Galactica with Episode 1: "He that Believeth in Me." What better way to do that than with their special guest, director Michael Rymer? Join us! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S4 · 7 Jul 2020 · 1 min
Battlestar Galacticast Season 4 - Coming July 7th!
Listen up you frakking toasters! Battlestar Galacticast is back! Starting Tuesday, July 7th, join Tricia Helfer and Marc Bernardin as they take on Battlestar Galactica Season 4. So say we all! Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S3 · E27 · 16 Jun 2020 · 1 hr 45 min
BONUS: Razor
Hey, remember the Pegasus? Michelle Forbes as Admiral Helena Cain? Go back to the timeline from around the middle of Season 2 and join Marc and Tricia as they discuss Razor, every BSG fan’s favorite MOW (Movie of the Week, y’know) that isn’t The Plan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S3 · E26 · 27 May 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Season 3, Episode 20: Crossroads (Part 2)
All Along the Watchtower! Our company is all met as Marc and Tricia are joined by Michael Trucco (Samuel T. Anders), Aaron Douglas (Chief Galen Tyrol), and Rekha Sharma (Tory Foster) to discuss the final episode of Battlestar Galactica Season 3: "Crossroads Part 2." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S3 · E25 · 19 May 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 3, Episode 19: Crossroads (Part 1)
We have a timeline! Join Marc and Tricia in a discussion of the penultimate episode of Season 3, "Crossroads Part 1," featuring the further exploits of Gaius Baltar's ethically slippery attorney Romo Lampkin, played to shady perfection by Mark Sheppard. Gas, grass, or snacks - nobody rides for free! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S3 · E24 · 12 May 2020 · 1 hr 13 min
Season 3, Episode 18: The Son Also Rises
Join Marc Bernardin and Tricia Helfer as they discuss Battlestar Galactica Season 3, Episode 18: “The Son Also Rises.”

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Publisher: SYFY WIRE
Language: English
Category: Film & TV
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 8 min
Latest episode: 15 Dec 2020
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