Category Archives: Satellite Show Sports

Three Days in Hall H

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Erik

As I began this post, I was on a train speeding to San Diego for the annual convention of all things geek. After a strange noxious odor entered the business class cabin, the Hollywood types around me started chatting about … Continue reading →

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Why Even Americans Who Like Soccer Still Won’t Watch Much Soccer On TV

Posted on July 3, 2014 by David D.

I, like nearly everyone in California who grew up in the 80s and 90s, played soccer. I played youth soccer for 5 years at the very basic level, and I played sporadic pickup games throughout college and beyond. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Wild World of Video for 10/30/2013

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Erik

It’s Assassin’s Creed time, so posts from me may be sporadic, but I promise you a GTA V wrap-up next week. In the interim, I present a special Wild World of Video featuring original Satellite Show panelist Duane and puppet-Tommy … Continue reading →

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New Satellite Show Update

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Erik

So, I can happily report that we recorded an episode of New Satellite Show. And yes, preparing for the Show is why I’ve been silent for the past several weeks. Okay, fine, I was racking up paid writing gigs to … Continue reading →

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Very Special Blossom: Second Base

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Justin

As I read the title of this week’s Very Special Blossom, I came to a disturbing realization: I had no idea what second base even meant. Leaving aside that I’ve been with my wife for fifteen years and thus have … Continue reading →

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A Comic-Con Primer

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Erik

So, with almost the entire Satellite Show making its way to San Diego for Comic-Con and at least a few of our friends making the trek for the first time, I thought I might offer a primer on some of … Continue reading →

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Not About Wine: In Praise of Fair Weather Fandom

Posted on January 26, 2012 by David D.

I’m not a big sports fan. At least not any more. I’ll catch a Cal football or basketball game every now and then and I’ll rarely turn down an invitation to drink beer and eat unhealthy food while watching any … Continue reading →

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