The Twilight Zone Podcast

Tom Elliot meets The Obsolete Man, a thought-provoking character that embodies themes of humanity and obsolescence in a dystopian future. They discuss how the episode reflects the chilling realities of totalitarian regimes reminiscent of Kafka and Orwell. The conversation delves into the psychological power struggle between Wordsworth and the Chancellor, highlighting individualism's resilience against oppressive authority. Artistic choices, including German Expressionism, are analyzed, emphasizing the profound impact of storytelling and sound design in conveying the narrative's power.

Follow the tracks to the podcasting booth to find out if it's Tom Elliot presenting this edition of The Twilight Zone Podcast, or something else... Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Tom Elliot concentrates really hard, to see what he thinks of The Mind and the Matter...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Charles Beaumont returns to the theme of his season one episode Perchance to Dream with Shadow Play. Are you listening to this podcast? Or is someone dreaming you listening to this podcast?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

The Twilight Zone Podcast presents part two of Rod Serling's visit to UCLA in 1966 where he holds a Q&A session with the students.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

In another edition of The TZ Tapes, Tom Elliot presents a speech by Rod Serling at UCLA on 11th November 1966 that proves to be particularly prescient for today's turbulent political climate.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Tom Elliot examines a Twilight Zone which is that little bit different from the crowd. What makes The Silence unusual for a Twilight Zone? Take a listen to find out.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Before he reviews the next episode of The Twilight Zone, The Silence, Tom Elliot reads the short story that may have been it's inspiration. The Bet by Anton Chekhov.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Four crooks sleep for a hundred years and wake up to discover that Tom Elliot still hasn't finished The Twilight Zone Podcast in The Rip Van Winkle Caper...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.

Tom Elliot goes back in time to meet Christian Horne, who goes forward in time when he goes a hundred yards over the rim...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-twilight-zone-podcast--5856481/support.