The Gerry Anderson universe is full of dynamic duos. From Troy Tempest and Phones to Kate Kestrel and Hawkeye, sometimes it takes two to save the world! With Jack and Ben together in the same room for once, it made sense for us to chat about some of the best double acts from across the Anderson canon.
Tag Archives: Thunderbirds
Ep 68 – Wallace and Gromit
The creator of Wallace and Gromit, Nick Park, has regularly paid tribute to the work of Gerry Anderson in his films. From outlandish launch sequences to flashing portraits, we’re going to discuss the many ways in which Wallace and Gromit pays tribute to Thunderbirds.
Ep 64 – The John Tracy Special with Willow Lambden-Smith
John Tracy watches over the world aboard the International Rescue space station, Thunderbird 5. John answers emergency calls and acts as the first voice of hope for those in need. His role in Thunderbirds is critical, and yet John is often unfairly forgotten among the Tracy family. Today, Jack and Ben are joined by special guest and John devotee, Willow Lambden-Smith, to set the record straight about the man from TB5.
Ep 61 – The Uninvited
Jack and Ben follow Scott into the desert of danger to review the classic Thunderbirds episode, THE UNINVITED. From Thunderbird 1 facing an attack from the Zombites to Lindsey and Wilson struggling for survival in the heat of the Sahara, this one is a fan favourite. Next stop, the Lost Pyramid of Khamandides!
Ep 59 – Thunderbirds IR (Unmade 2005 Puppet Reboot Trailer)
A trailer for a new series of Thunderbirds appeared on the internet in 2005 promising brand new puppets, bold new vehicle designs, and a heap of action without strings. The series was never produced, and the trailer remains a tantalising glimpse at what might have been. Jack and Ben are preparing to dive deep into the Thunderbirds IR trailer and discuss what we like and dislike about this unexplored new direction for International Rescue.
Ep 57 – 10 Years of Security Hazard
The Security Hazard blog is 10 years old! We’re celebrating a decade of Gerry Anderson episode reviews, giant LEGO projects, epic retrospectives, and beyond. Whether it’s Thunderbirds or The Investigator that takes your fancy, we hope you’ll join us for a look back at ten years of Security Hazard on today’s podcast.
LEGO Tracy Island
Weighing in at 15.6 kg and using approximately 10,000 LEGO bricks, this is the Tracy Island playset of my childhood dreams. It measures 115 cm long, 64 cm wide, and 44 cm high. This LEGO Tracy Island is based on the original Thunderbirds television series from 1965, and inspired by artwork from Graham Bleathman and Chris Thompson, as well as the legendary Tracy Island playsets created by Matchbox and Vivid Imaginations.
Ep 50 – Thunderbirds Are Go (1966)
In our bumper 50th episode, Jack and Ben are taking a flight to Mars aboard Zero-X and reviewing International Rescue’s first big screen adventure, Thunderbirds Are Go! How well do the Tracy family and their magnificent machines translate to the cinema? How long does it take for Zero-X to get off the ground? And what’s the deal with the Cliff Richard dream sequence? Join us for a special assignment to find out!
Ep 47 – Sylvia Anderson’s Greatest Roles
In addition to her numerous creative contributions at AP Films and Century 21, Sylvia Anderson also voiced characters in every Supermarionation show from Supercar to The Secret Service. From young Jimmy Gibson, to the iconic Lady Penelope from Thunderbirds, to many memorable guest roles, we’ll be running through some of Sylvia Anderson’s most distinguished performances.
Ep 46 – Attack of the Alligators!
On today’s show, Jack and Ben are reviewing one of the most outrageous episodes of Thunderbirds ever produced. When an experimental growth serum is spilled into a swamp, only International Rescue can save the scientists responsible from the ATTACK OF THE ALLIGATORS!
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