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Who Owns the Stars: The Expanse Podcast

Who Owns the Stars: The Expanse Podcast

By CatNina

The place we go, is the place we belong. A podcast about The Expanse, hosted by Cat and Nina. If you've ever needed a space to talk extensively about The Expanse for an hour, but couldn't convince your friends and family to commit...this is the place for you.
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Season 1, Episodes 9+10 (Critical Mass+Leviathan Wakes)

Who Owns the Stars: The Expanse PodcastJan 28, 2021

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Season 1, Episodes 9+10 (Critical Mass+Leviathan Wakes)

Season 1, Episodes 9+10 (Critical Mass+Leviathan Wakes)

We finally round out the ever-changing perspectives on the "The boot" analogy, compare/contrast Holden and Miller, and talk about why the moment Amos kills Semi stood out to us. 

This ends out our coverage for Season 1! We spent a lot of time talking about how excited we were to talk about the later seasons, but it really was fun to return back to season 1 and appreciate all the groundwork they're laying. Thanks for sticking with us this far. We'll be back, better than ever for season 2 sooner than you think! Or later, knowing us. 

Thoughts? Attempting to invite yourself on? As always, talk to us @whoownsthestars on Twitter and whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com. 

Jan 28, 202101:32:54
S5 Bonus: Hard Vacuum (5x08)

S5 Bonus: Hard Vacuum (5x08)

We spend more time on Earth than we have the entire season as we discuss Avasarala's growth and Earth's lack of self-awareness before Drummer and Naomi take center stage again in our hearts and on our screens. 

Cat's thoughts this episode can be summed up with "Let's talk about Earth." and "Oh, I think you actually made me enjoy this episode more." after hearing Nina's thoughts.

Nina's thoughts can be summed up with "I know I said the past two episodes were the best of the show, but this episode is also the best!"

Questions? Thoughts? Ask us anything @whoownsthestars on Twitter or whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com

Jan 28, 202154:13
Season 1, Episode 8: Salvage

Season 1, Episode 8: Salvage

Cat fights her technical difficulties, while Errinwright finally gets his time in the spotlight on the podcast! We dive deep into the politics this week when we discuss Eros and how government officials seem to view it, how the show handles death of minor characters, and the role that Mormons and religion play within the narrative.

Questions? Offers to get Cat a new mic? Thoughts you’d like to share? Hit us up @whoownsthestars on Twitter or whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com

Jan 25, 202155:21
S5 Bonus: Oyedeng (5x07)
Jan 25, 202152:38
S5 Bonus: Tribes (5x06)

S5 Bonus: Tribes (5x06)

Cat and Nina have a lot to say about the whole Pella squad+Naomi, and everyone's favorite lesbian aunt/Naomi's ex: Camina Drummer. We also break down Amos' arc: are we replicating earlier parts of his journey, or finally concluding a long-running arc? Between him and Clarissa, who's teaching who?

Wanna talk (back) to us? Questions about the enigmas behind the mic? Find us @whoownsthestars on Twitter or contact us: whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com

Jan 14, 202151:36
Season 1, Episode 7: Windmills

Season 1, Episode 7: Windmills

Nina gives up on Naomi/Amos (but only a little bit) and Cat gets mad that Holden isn't a radical hippie leftist and that his parents aren't running a massive commune. We also overanalyze almost every character's decisions, as usual! There is also a small spoiler warning at 1:06:00 that lasts for five minutes but won't impact your viewing experience. 

Questions? Complaints? A request to debate on-air, risking our honor and reputations? Hit us up at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com OR on Twitter at @whoownsthestars.

Jan 12, 202101:23:22
Season 1, Episode 6: Rock Bottom

Season 1, Episode 6: Rock Bottom

We have a meaty episode for you this week! Cat and Nina analyze the cracks in Amos and Naomi's relationship and get sad when they realize that this is a turning point for them. We also do a serious scene breakdown on the episode MVP: Anderson Dawes and his heartbreaking story after discussing the EXCELLENT quote "Can only live so long with the boot to our necks...someday, things gonna change...a man's gotta stand up." As is quickly becoming our motto: This will be on the exam.

Questions? Arguments? Find us at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com or on Twitter: @whoownsthestars

Jan 05, 202101:36:51
S5 Bonus: Down and Out (5x05)

S5 Bonus: Down and Out (5x05)

Cat and Nina worked tirelessly over the new year to get this out. Naomi, Marco, and Filip's space opera family drama intensifies (the Skywalkers WISH they could just be trapped on a ship while making intensely emotional references to their shared pasts), Cat fails to find anything to say about the Martians, and Nina celebrates Drummer's status as an official FACTION LEADER. 

Questions, comments, and concerns should be referred to Dominique Tipper and Keon Alexander because we consider them to be honorary members at this point.  Wes can send his strongly worded letter to Nina. Send your thoughts to whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com or @whoownsthestars on Twitter.

Jan 05, 202139:15
S5 Bonus: Gaugamela (5x04)

S5 Bonus: Gaugamela (5x04)

Everybody gets talked about today! From Bobbie to the family reunion, we have THOUGHTS (but what's new?)

If you also have THOUGHTS, give them to us at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com or @whoownsthestars on Twitter!

Dec 29, 202031:21
Season 1, Episode 5: BACK TO THE BUTCHER

Season 1, Episode 5: BACK TO THE BUTCHER

The Expanse: BACK TO THE BUTCHER is a great slasher movie sequel. It's also a fun episode of CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED TELEVISION ADAPTATION "The Expanse".Cat and Nina grapple with Fred Johnson's journey and his arc in his own short story, rioting on Ceres, and Holden's big goofy smile at Naomi. 

Thoughts are welcome! Email us at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com OR find us on Twitter @whoownsthestars. 

Dec 29, 202001:37:03
S5 Bonus: The First 3 Episodes (all at once!)

S5 Bonus: The First 3 Episodes (all at once!)

Nina's in a frenzy, Cat is vibing, and CAMINA DRUMMER IS IN A POLYCULE! We are failures in that we didn't fit Bobbie Draper in, but trust...she will be discussed soon. 

Sorry to all 12 people who were waiting on this episode! Please direct your complaints to Cat at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com or @whoownsthestars on Twitter. Nina will also be available to take compliments.

Dec 23, 202048:23
Season 1, Episodes 3+4: Remember the Cant/CQB

Season 1, Episodes 3+4: Remember the Cant/CQB

In the final supersized episode, Cat and Nina actually manage to start discussing the episodes within the first 15 minutes! We spend plenty of time talking about Naomi and Amos' relationship, Mars' relationship with Earth (as seen through Holden and Lt. Lopez), and how many times you should move the goalposts while trying to convince people to stick with the show. Exciting stuff!

As always, we can be reached at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com and @whoownsthestars on Twitter. 

Dec 22, 202001:30:45
Season 1, Episodes 1+2: Dulcinea and The Big Empty
Dec 15, 202001:47:08
S5 Bonus Episode 1: Trailer Thoughts, (Not) Cancellation, and Predictions

S5 Bonus Episode 1: Trailer Thoughts, (Not) Cancellation, and Predictions

Cat loses her mind, Nina keeps a cool, logical head, and we both try to predict what we think will happen during season five. Cat realizes halfway through that it's a hard discussion to have when you don't wanna spoil your recording partner, who has valiantly decided to read along with the podcast. 

Cat has refused to listen to this episode because she thinks that means she can't feel embarrassed about it later. 

Thoughts, praise? Email Nina at whoownthestarspod@gmail.com. Criticism and shady jokes should be directed to Cat, also at whoownsthestarspod@gmail.com. If you're feeling brave, you can talk to us at @whoownsthestars on Twitter, where the writer's room admitted (in their own inscrutable way, in the response that was entirely unrelated to the podcast) that we're hilarious!

Dec 15, 202047:04
Teaser
Dec 14, 202001:31