Straight Outta the Federation is a Blake's 7 podcast, where 3 podcast hosts are celebrating the adored, fan favorite with an Index Show, discussing each episode of Blake's 7.
Avon goes off script as he set himself on a solo mission to find a missing part of his life. Of course the gang wants to join, but this is a quest Avon wants to keep close to the chest. And of course, this is the episode where Servalan achieves, if only breifly, MAXIMUM POWER! Let us know your thoughts about the finale of Series C at prydonian.post@gmail.com Twitter/X @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
10/14/24 • 78:00
Straight Outta the Federation is back to talk about Steven Pacey playing a dual role, Supreme Commander President Servalan playing a neutral arbiter in the gruesome festivity and the legendary Liberator Crew participating in being spectators in a critical contact sport activity that could save millions. 1st person shooter. Virtual reality. One death to save worlds from all out war. What are your thoughts about this episode by writer Chris Boucher? Let us know at prydonian.post@gmail.com X @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork @april5k on most social media sites.
9/21/24 • 80:29
Join our discussion as we review Moloch, written by Ben Steed, where the gang bumps into Servalan, witness a replicator of sorts and are exposed to a foe like no other. Let us know your thoughts about the epsisode at prydonian.post@gmail.com X @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork Bluesky: huestone44.bsky.social
8/17/24 • 90:47
Straight Outta the Federation along with Ruth and Darrin of RAD Adventures Network discussed Blake's 7's Ultraworld, written by Trevor Hoyle and directed by Vere Lorrimer. In this one the legendary Liberator Crew comes across a quite peculiar celestial body, Ultraworld, which is like a huge computer collecting data across galaxies. The place is anything but friendly. Join the conversation as we discuss the status of Blake's 7, Trevor Hoyle's writing contributions, alien life forms in science fiction and so much more. Let us know your thoughts at prydonian.post@gmail.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork X @sofederation Bluesky: huestone44.bsky.social Instagram @sogallifrey_44 Contact Ruth and Darrin at https://www.facebook.com/RaDAdventuresNetwork/
7/5/24 • 87:19
Allen (from the Robin Hood website http://boldoutlaw.com), AJ and April explore Adam Bell by writer Anthony Horowitz and director Gerry Mill — the first episode filmed for the third series of the ITV/Showtime 1980s TV series created by Richard Carpenter and starring Jason Connery. This episode includes special contributions from Amanda DH (admin of the Robin of Sherwood Facebook group Outlawed), author Jenny Kane aka Jennifer Ash (writer of Romancing Robin Hood, the Folville Chronicles, and many of the Robin of Sherwood spinoff material), university professor Olena Shon from Ukraine, academic and author Charlotte Dahlgaard-Sigsworth originally from Denmark and now in the UK, and author Steven A. McKay of the Forest Lord series. We also have an exclusive and in-depth interview with Esta Charkham who was the casting director of Robin of Sherwood’s first series and the producer of the second and third series. A production of the Wright On Network! Arrow sound effects by Pond5 / DanielSounds. Contact us at www.thehuntresspodcast.com Twitter/X @HuntressPodcast Instagram: Huestone_44 Bluesky: huestone44.bsky.social www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
6/11/24 • 157:12
Allen (from the Robin Hood website www.boldoutlaw.com), AJ and April explore Robin Hood and The Sorcerer Part Two — the second half of the opening story of the popular ITV/Showtime 1980s TV series written by Richard Carpenter and starring Michael Praed. This episode includes special contributions from podcaster Andrew Leyland (from Hey Kids, Comics and The Palace of Glittering Delights), Nottingham-based fan Annette Furuyama, Christine Alexander (head of the international fan club Spirit of Sherwood), Barnaby Eaton-Jones (producer of Robin of Sherwood spinoff audio dramas and novels) Alyxandra Harvey (author of The Drake Chronicles and The Cinderella Society series), Amanda DH (admin of the Robin of Sherwood Facebook group Outlawed) and entertainment journalist Abbie Bernstein (who conducted the interviews for the Robin of Sherwood DVDs). We also have the final part of our interview with actor Mark Ryan (Nasir) who talks about his plans for a Nasir novel set after the show and how he was inspired by Blake’s 7 creator Terry Nation and actors Paul Darrow and Michael Keating . A production of the WrightOn Network. Arrow sound effects by Pond5 / DanielSounds. Contact us at prydonian.post@gmail.com or at @SOFederation on X/Twitter www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
5/18/24 • 121:46
Allen, AJ and April conclude their look at Robin Hood and The Sorcerer Part One — the opening story of the popular ITV/Showtime 1980s TV series written by Richard Carpenter and starring Michael Praed. This episode includes special contributions from Claire Stemp (author of The Haunting of Galloglass Hall), Conrad Westmaas (actor in the Doctor Who audio dramas and Robin of Sherwood: Tales Untold), Andrew Orton (author of The Hooded Man volumes 1 and 2), Sytse Wilman (Dutch journalist and creator of the Robin of Sherwood podcast) and Thaddeus Papke (host of Into the Greenwood podcast). We also have the second part of our interview with actor Mark Ryan (Nasir) who talks about his childhood in Sherwood Forest, Nasir’s backstory, and the various attempts to revive Robin of Sherwood. A production of the Wright On Network. Contact us at prydonian.post@gmail.com X @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
5/8/24 • 104:13
Straight Outta Loxley - Robin of Sherwood 40th Anniversary Part 1 Allen (from http://boldoutlaw.com), AJ and April cover the opening Robin Hood and the Sorcerer Part 1 - the first episode of HTV / Showtime's 1984 Robin of Sherwood TV show, written by Richard Carpenter and starring Michael Praed and Ray Winstone. Includes part 1 of our exclusive interview with actor Mark Ryan (Nasir) and with guest segments from Amada DH and Bryan Cogman (writer / producer of Game of Thrones). We talk about the Robin Hood legend, the hero's journey, Forest Laws, the Norman Yoke and more. A production of the Wright On Network. Contract us at www.boldoutlaw.com or prydonian.post@gamil.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork.
4/28/24 • 77:16
Straight Outta the Federation talked Sarcophagus, a Blake's 7 epiosde written by highly thought of prolific writer, Tanith Lee, who really brought out the suspense, layers and thematic ideas of Blake's 7 to the forefront of the show. Returning director, Fiona Cumming, brought the script to life with some stellar performances by the cast and explosive ideas manifested from the script. We did get some cool audio responses to the episode by @MrsSimonTemplar (Hannah Cooper) on X, @TPreacher711 Blake's 7 Gaming, @andreworton, and Amanda DH @AmandaDH15 Please send feedback to prydonian.post@gmail.com Twitter @SoFederation www.thehuntresspodcast.com wright_on_work on Instagram
3/8/24 • 117:29
Straight Outta the Federation invites Shag from the Fire and Water Podcast to discuss Rumours of Death, written by Chris Boucher and directed by Fiona Cumming. Avon seeks street justice, Servalan may be facing her final days of the presidency and Anna Grant, Lover or Foe? Let us know your thoughts about this at prydonian.post@gmail.com X @sofederation www.thehuntresspodcast.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork Follow Shag at www.onceuponageek.com and www.fireandwaterpodcast.com
2/14/24 • 84:06
Roger Parkes writes a cracking episode where Jacqueline Pearce delivers another great villanious performance, with a treacherous plot that A.J. would dare say is Servalan's most ruthless plot yet. The Blake's 7 gang displays a clumsy competence while Callie gets a little bit more to do story wise. Let us know your thoughts about the episode at prydonian.post@gmail.com X @sofederation www.thehuntresspodcast.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
1/26/24 • 93:02
Straight Outta the Federation is back to talk about the Chris Boucher written episode, City at the Edge of the World, where Villa, played by Michael Keating, is highlighted with a slick, delightful performance. Listen to Allen's spotlight segment on Micheal Keating, where he chronicles the career and life thus far of the beloved actor. Thank you for listening. Contact us at www.thehuntresspodcast.com Prydonian.post@gmail.com April5K on most social media www.boldoutlaw.com www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork X @sofederation
12/4/23 • 91:35
Straight Outta the Federation with guest host, Irredeemable Shag, talk about Ben Steed's The Harvest of Kairos, where the legendary Liberator crew faces of against the Federation, the 70's take on future, space Masculinity and the power of ROCK with no roll. Let us know what you thought about the discussion. Where can we improve as far as podcasting about the show? What did we miss? We would love to hear from you at the following places: prydonian.post@gmail.com Twitter/X @sofederaton www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork.com Bluesky or Threads @Huestone44
11/2/23 • 96:58
Straight Outta the Federation discuss Dawn of the Gods by James Follett. In this story the Blakes' 7 crew is sidetracked by a black hole. Are they in another dimension, galaxy or BBC Studio? Join our discussion by writing to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com, Twitter @SoFederation, www.thehuntresspodcast.com Threads or Bluesky at @Huestone44
9/22/23 • 70:08
Straight Outta the Federation talks about the Liberator crew and Servalan, racing to the planet Obsidian for a homebase and rumors of Blake Rojj residing on the planet. On this episode we are joined by Reading_Hix, Paul Hix of the Waiting for Doom and DCOCD Podcast. Write to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com www.thehuntresspodcast.com You can also reach us on Bluesky @huestone44 X @SoFederation
8/13/23 • 84:29
Listen to Straight Outta the Federation disucss Power Play by Terry Nation, where the band is starting to come back together as they avoid hostile takeovers, body harvesting factories and so much more. Let's reunite with some old faces while learning new ones. From the http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ the Irredimible Shag joins in on the discussion! Write to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com or Twitter @SoFederation www.thehuntresspodcast.com
7/12/23 • 82:47
The Straight Outta the Federation gang are back with series C, where the Liberator maybe perhaps liberated from the crew, Avon has been jettison to the unknown to meet some new friends and unlikely bedfellows. Please join us in the discussion as we talk Terry Nation's Aftermath. Write to us at Prydonian.post@gmail.com www.thehuntresspodcast.com Twitter @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
6/11/23 • 86:48
Straight Outta the Federation discusses the action, drama and suspense of Chris Boucher's Star One, where an unexpected alien invasion is on the interstellar horizon, a changing of the guard may be inevitable and an earned cliffhanger that will keep of us talking till the next episode. Write to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com or www.wrightonnetwork.com Reach us on Twitter @sofederation
4/8/23 • 102:08
Straight Outta the Federation discuss the penultimate episode of series B, where Jenna and Vila find themselves in quite the dilemma. Not to worry, for the Blake 7 crew have gotten themselves out of scrapes before dealing with the people of Goth. Either seeking or holding on to power, everyone is trying to get ahead without losing their neck. Don't forget to check out Allen's spotlight on Allan Prior. We would love to hear from you at the www.wrightonnetwork.com Twitter @sofederation prydonian.post@gmail.com or on Apple Podcast. Thank you for listening to our show.
3/4/23 • 96:30
Straight Outta the Federation talk about the Outskirts of the Federation, gambling, Orac, Servalan, and so much more. Reach us at www.wrightonnetwork.com prydonian.post@gmail.com
2/3/23 • 104:01
The Straight Outta the Federation Crew talk Roj Blake enchanted by a voice in the past. Perhaps not enchanted, but definately a pull towards a trick, a trap, or sudden doom? Servalan is for sure cooking up a scheme as a number of guest stars help lift the show, making this episode truly a great one. We would love to hear from you, so please follow us on your podcatcher. Reach us at www.wrightonnetwork.com Twitter @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
1/13/23 • 99:17
Our hearts are weighing quite heavy here at Straight Outta the Federation with the news of Chris Boucher passing away on December 11th, 2022. We have often praised Mister Boucher's writing and script editing abilities. The way he can add depth, humor and humanity to a character while still servicing the story. At the beginning of this episode, Allen has a few words about the talent that was Chris Boucher. We will revisit the works of Chris Boucher throughout the life of this podcast. Please play this episode as we talk about Terry Nation's Countdown. Unforgettable guest appearances, tense action scenes, and character progression are all here in Countdown. Write to us at prydonian.post@gmail.com or Twitter @sofederation.
12/13/22 • 102:57
Straight Outta the Federation discuss Blake going on a limb to rescue his uncle and cousin from the likes of Travis and his goons. Is it a set up? Of course! Will Blake and his crew be able to save his relatives and themselves? Give us a listen and leave a comment at www.wrightonnetwork.com or feathersandfoes@gmail.com www.boldoutlaw.com to contact Allen.
11/6/22 • 76:30
Straight Outta the Federation talk Blake being gung ho about taking down the Federation at all costs, resistance fighters back on earth, Servalan face to face with her mentor and self awareness, and the fatal departure of Olag Gan. We would love to hear about your favorite Gan moments or anything Blake's 7 related. Thank you for listening to our podcast. We love doing this, and we appreciate your time and well wishes. Be safe out there. prydonian.post@gmail.com www.wrightonnetwork.com Twitter sofederation
8/5/22 • 92:06
Straight Outta the Federation talk weapons race or a race to a weapon, cloning, a new Travis, fashion and so much more. What are some of your favorite parts of Weapon? Also, do you have any extra Blake's 7 material you recommend that are good companion pieces to Weapon? prydonian.post@gmail.com Twitter @sofederation www.wrightonnetwork.com
6/2/22 • 111:23
The Straight Outta the Federation Gang our back for Series B to talk Redemption, where Blake and Company are trying to...circumvent fate. Sounds unavoidable? Unavoidable like trying to outrun the original owners of The Liberator itself. Please e-mail us at prydonian.post@gmail.com Twitter @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork
4/7/22 • 67:07
Before moving on towards Series B, Straight Outta the Federation is taking a look at one of Terry Nation's other projects...the Daleks. Specifically, the serial, Genesis of the Daleks, where we try to point out so of the similar "go to's" Terry Nation's storytelling might display.
3/18/22 • 136:16
Straight Outta the Federation discusses the series finale, Orac, where Blake and Cally touchdown on a planet to retrieve some drugs to help the crew from radiation exposure as well as hand some drugs to a dying man whose son help Blake and Cally at gun point. Because thus far, Blake lives a life of a series of green lights, the crew is now in possession of the great and mighty Orac. The next episode of the podcast will take a detour and watch the 6 part story Genesis of the Daleks by Terry Nation.
2/7/22 • 113:14
April, Allen and A.J. talk Terry Nation's Deliverance episode, where the gang answer a distress call, which will lead them towards something more beneficial than they would ever imagine. Oh yeah, and Avon is answers a prophecy call, which makes him seem like The Chosen One. Which Blake 7 member would you want to hang out with at a 70's glam rock club? Write to us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com Twitter@sofederation wrightonenetwork@gmail.com Thank you for taking time out of your day to listen to us. You make the podcast go!
1/9/22 • 102:17
Allen, April5K and A.J. talk political exile, the cunning of Jenna, hipster vs. nostalgia tendencies, and so much more. We would love to hear your thoughts about Bounty. Write to us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com Twitter @sofederation e-mail wrightonnetwork@gmail.com
12/15/21 • 107:24