Avon takes a pro-active stance by investigating the burgeoning reach of the Federation's ability to colonize planets that use to have a reputation for resistance. Pylene-50 is the method used to pacifiy the citizens. The return of Servalan, the Scorpio crew on offensive and some good villainy are all in this Robert Holmes script. Let us know your t…

Straight Outta the Federation is back to talk about Blake's 7's Power, where Ben Steed is back, scripting a story where a new homebase is established more or less, a battle of the sexes is more text than subtext and a new cast member who may be a friend or foe? Let us know your thoughts at [email protected] Bluesky: @sofederation.bsky.social…

Series D of Blake's 7 has the Legendary Liberator Crew in situations where they are facing threats that are not quite what they appear on the surface, the loss of a key member and a whole new road aheard. Join our conversation on this episode of Straight Outta Federation where we discuss the season opener, Rescuse, written by Chris Boucher. Write t…

In between Series C and Series D, Straight Outta the Federation wanted to take a quick little pit stop over at Star Trek: The Next Generation as an excuse to talk about Time's Arrow part 1 and 2. Let us know your thoughts about this story and our coverage at [email protected] Bluesky: @sofederation.bsky.social www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork…

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…

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 deat…

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 [email protected] X @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork Bluesky: huestone44.bsky.social…

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 any…

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…

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…

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 a…

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 int…

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 explosi…

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 [email protected] X @sofederat…

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 pryd…

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 fo…

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 podcastin…

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 [email protected], Twitter @SoFederation, www.thehuntresspodcast.com Threads or Bluesky at @Huestone44…

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 [email protected] www.thehuntresspodcast.com You can also rea…

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!…

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 [email protected] www.thehuntresspodcast.com Twi…

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 [email protected] or www.wrightonnetwork.…

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…

Straight Outta the Federation talk about the Outskirts of the Federation, gambling, Orac, Servalan, and so much more. Reach us at www.wrightonnetwork.com [email protected] WRIGHT ON NETWORK!

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 …

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, Alle…

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 [email protected] www.boldoutlaw.com to contact…

Straight Outta the Federation talk about Killer, where Blake is trying to contain an Invisible Enemy, a virus, where if not quarantined...well, you can imagine. Vila and Avon are visiting someone from Avon's criminal past, and Avon has come to collect on a debt for not turning this person in when Avon was arrested. Robert Holmes, writer/script edit…

Straight Outta the Federation talk about Travis on trial for war crimes, Blake having a think about his wreckless leadership, Servalan serving up Travis, the Blake 7 gang hit up with some hard choices, and perhaps the new direction for the show going forward into the series. We would love to hear your comments about our take on the episode. Write t…

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 po…

Straight Outta the Federation and https://twitter.com/Reading_Hix?s=20&t=agofdd7Ta4Ech32_5WmPXg talk Horizon, where the Blake's 7 crew try to push back on colonization. Can Blake inspire Ro, an indigenious person to the planet Horizon, to reclaim his heritage and move the colonizing Federation out of town? Perhaps, Ro had it within him to rebel all…

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? [email protected] Twitter @sofederation www.wrightonnetwork.com…

Straight Outta The Federation talk what goes on in the Shadows, under the cover of darkness, if you will. Dream Heads, implicated governments, character growth and slight rectcons are all discussed in episode 15 of SOTF. Join our discussion by writing to us on Twitter @sofederation or www.wrightonnetwork.com e-mail [email protected] www.patr…

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 [email protected] Twitter @sofederation www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork…

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.By WRIGHT ON NETWORK!

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 posse…

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 cl…

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 [email protected]

Straight Outta the Federation discuss the Blake's 7 gang placing themselves in grave danger, whipping through space to find one of the crew members, Gan, some medical help in order to save his life. And did we mention the great Julian Glover is in this one? Share your thoughts with us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com or on Twitter @sofederation. e-mail us…

Straight Outta the Federation enjoyed Project Avalon quite a bit. Blake really takes it to the Federation in this, we enjoyed hearing about other confederates, as it were, rebelling against the Federation across the Galaxy and the stand off between Blake and Travis is always fun. Of course, Jacqueline Pearce is spectacular with the first in person …

Straight Outta the Federation are back to talk dueling, of course, feelings with Avon, reality TV, oh Travis, and so much more. We would love to hear your thoughts about Duel by Terry Nation. Please write to us at [email protected] Twitter @sofederation or www.blakes7.libsyn.comBy WRIGHT ON NETWORK!

Straight Outta the Federation are back to make several Agatha Christie references, discuss the emergence of Avon, the understate heroism of Cally and so much more. Please, let us know what your thoughts are about the episode and our podcast. We feel honored to be apart of the discussion. Please share with us. Write to us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com o…

Straight Outta the Federation talk going back for Cally, new faces for the Federation, more Blake backstory, and Avon playing nice with others. Join in on the discussion by writing to us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com or on Twitter at @sofederation. We would love to hear from you. Thank you for listening.…

Straight Outta the Federation is back to discuss The Web, written by Terry Nation. The crew encounters a species named the decimas who are quite capable of liberating themselves before Blake and Company arrive on the scene. What do you think about this episode? We would love to hear from you. Write to us at www.blakes7.libsyn.com or on Twitter @sof…

April, Allen and AJ are back for episode 4 of Blake's 7, discussing secrets, the frozen and Jenna's awesomeness. Let us know what you think of this podcast episode by writing to us at [email protected] or the website www.blakes7.libsyn.com We would love to hear your feedback. Twitter @sofederation…

April, Allen, and A.J. talk Brian Blessed, isomorphic weapons, Penal Planets, etc....and finding a moment of Zen. Help us improve the podcast or add comments by writing to us at [email protected] or on Twitter @SOFederation We would love to hear from you.By WRIGHT ON NETWORK!

We are back to discuss Space Fall, the second installment of Blake's 7 where Blake and other fellow prisoners are being sent to the penal colony, Cygnus Alpha, but Roj isn't taking it sitting down...no seriously, at a certain point the prisoners are allowed to move around freely. Join us, Straight Outta the Federation, as we discuss Terry Nation's …

The Wright On Network presents a new podcast, Straight Outta The Federation: A Blake's 7 podcast. Bare with us, please. We are just getting off our feet, sort of speak. Our Twitter is @sofederation and you can e-mail us at [email protected] or www.blakes7.libsyn.com We welcome the conversation.…