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In this improvised comedy podcast episode, the cast of the fictional sci-fi show Space Spaceship gathers for a roundtable discussion about their upcoming series. The actors break down the show's intricate alien lore, the challenges of filming in heavy prosthetics and motion-capture suits, and the convoluted plots of their favorite episodes. Along the way, they share bizarre behind-the-scenes anecdotes about demanding toy makers, awkward set interactions, and the show's unique approach to tackling heavy social issues through a comedic sci-fi lens.
- When typing or searching for the show on streaming platforms, ensure you include the correct number of spaces between words as instructed by the cast. 1:02:20
- Actors playing alien species with covered mouths may need to rely heavily on physical expression and post-production voiceover work. 14:05
- Motion capture performers in specialized suits often face intense physical demands during production, such as running and operating seesaw rigs. 32:08
- Sci-fi comedy series can tackle multiple complex contemporary social issues within a single planet-of-the-week episode. 51:00
Chapters
- 0:00
- 2:38Introduction to Space Spaceship Cast
Hosts welcome listeners to the new Space Spaceship series and introduce the cast, setting the stage for behind‑the‑scenes insights.
- 3:09Behind‑the‑Scenes Technical Details
The conversation dives into the technical aspects of the show, from CGI, voice‑over, to the use of hats and eyebrows for alien communication.
- 6:39Production Anecdotes and Set Life
Humorous and heartfelt stories from set life, including food mishaps, actor camaraderie, and the challenges of shooting complex scenes.
- 39:17Guest Star Highlights and Episode Favorites
The hosts and cast discuss notable guest stars, favorite episodes, and memorable moments from the series.
- 46:15Closing Remarks and Future Teasers
The episode wraps up with final thoughts, upcoming episode teasers, and a thank‑you to listeners and sponsors.
- 46:52Birthday Scene Chaos
The hosts recount a chaotic birthday scene from the reboot, highlighting breathing issues and on‑set mishaps.
- 50:22Modern Issues in Sci‑Fi
The conversation turns to the show’s attempt to tackle contemporary social issues within a single episode, citing Volpexia.
- 54:30Showrunner Interaction & Swinging
Hosts discuss the showrunner’s quirky “swing” meetings and the difficulty of communicating during them.
- 55:12Episode Recap & Future Speculation
The hosts recap the episode’s plot, speculate on future storylines, and reflect on character arcs.
- 57:30Conventions & Fan Engagement
Discussion moves to upcoming conventions, fan interactions, and the hosts’ plans for Comic Con and UFO Con.
- 1:05:48Product Ads & Sponsorships
The episode transitions to a series of product advertisements, ranging from banking to travel to tech.
Highlights
- 4:35
Discussing the Title Spacinginsight
The cast breaks down the exact literal and typing spacing required for the show's title, Space Spaceship, emphasizing the audio medium's limitations.
- 7:58
Communicating Through Eyebrowsinsight
The guest explains that their alien character, the Krylon, communicates entirely through eyebrows because their mouth is glued shut during filming.
- 13:50
Celebrity Reality Show Historystory
The guest shares a humorous backstory of being considered for numerous celebrity-adjacent reality shows like Celebrity Jeopardy and the UK version of I'm a Celebrity.
- 24:48
Technological Exposition Monologuestrategy
One of the cast members performs a lengthy, nonsensical science fiction monologue filled with X and Y axis adjustments and 70-lock speed.
- 32:21
The Demands of Ball of Light Motion Capturedata
The guest details the physical exhaustion of playing a ball of light while wearing a 3D capture helmet and running across set pieces.
- 39:30
Recreating Action Sequence Dialogueinsight
The cast acts out a scene where coordinates and lever movements are shouted out as frantic stage directions read aloud as dialogue.
- 51:21
Tackling Complex Social Issuesdebate
The cast performs a dramatic scene on the planet Volpexia where multiple heavy modern issues are addressed all at once.
Quotes
“Space, the final frontier, and Hollywood's favorite little gimmick for a show.”
Unnamed speaker · 2:46 “The first one being Spaceship.”
Unnamed speaker · 4:32 “I was just like, man, this is so...”
Unnamed speaker · 15:35 “We tackle current issues through a sci‑fi lens.”
Unnamed speaker · 50:22 “I hand my hat on that one.”
Unnamed speaker · 1:00:46
Sponsored segments
- Cosentyx 1:48–2:41
- IBM 19:04–19:49
- OnDeck 36:15–36:42
- IBM 36:53–37:12
- United Healthcare 37:02–37:43
- Patreon 54:30–55:09
- OnDeck 1:05:48–1:06:18
- Delta SkyMiles 1:06:25–1:06:52
- PNC Wealth Management 1:06:52–1:07:22
- Viori 1:07:22–1:07:57
- Xfinity 1:07:57–1:08:24
About this episode
THE LOOK MERCH: https://artistsonartistsonartistsonartists.com/ Aliens, Vulcans, and Krylons, oh my! From Star Wars to Star Trek and beyond, every generation loves to watch scrappy space voyagers explore new planets and blast their way out of intergalactic challenges, and this year’s hottest new show Space Spaceship is no exception. This week on the pod we are so lucky to have the cast of Space Spaceship with us after shooting their spinoff of the iconic Space Ship franchise. The cast takes us through their creative process, how they have approached the unique challenges of this world and these characters (especially the non-human ones), the drama behind the scenes, and more. So beam up into the studio with us and listen in, this episode is sure to be a *blast*! Eugene Cordero had us doubled over in laughter on this episode and we were so lucky to have him! Find him in literally all your favorite TV shows and films including Star Trek Lower Decks and his new movie Bolio, and on socials at @eugcordero! This episode was filmed in the beautiful Dynasty Typewriter Theater, and tech-produced by Samuel Curtis. For live shows and events you can find more about them at dynastytypewriter.com. To learn more about the BTS of this episode and to find a world of challenges, games, inside scoop, and the Artists being themselves, subscribe to our Patreon! You won't be disappointed with what you find. Check out patreon.com/aoaoaoapod Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists is an improvised Hollywood roundtable podcast Created and Hosted by Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Angela Giarratana and Patrick McDonald. It is a production of Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players and iHeartMedia Podcasts. Executive Produced by Matt Apodaca and produced by Alexandra Dennis and Laservision Productions. Music By Gabriel Ponton, editing by Conner McCabe, and social media editing by Adam Keller. Thumbnails by Josh Fleury and logo design by Lucy Tomkiewicz. Hollywood's talking. Make sure you're listening. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! Please rate us five stars! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcript
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Topics
- Space Spaceship
- Space, Space, Spaceship
- Paramount Plus
- Will Ferrell's Big Money Players
- iHeart Media Podcasts
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