On The Bubble podcast

Josh Liston | Gonna Geek Network
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An oral history of save-our-show TV fan campaigns. Have you ever wondered why your favourite TV show was cancelled before its time, and did anyone try to save-the-show? On The Bubble podcast is here to answer those questions, and more. In 'On The Bubble podcast', Josh Liston delves into the who's, the how's, the when's and the why's, of save-our-show fan campaign. With a pinch of rich audio production and more than a pinch of a heavy Aussie accent, Josh is here to share the stories of TV's most dedicated fandoms. 'On The Bubble podcast' is a proud member of the Gonna Geek Network.

  1. May 24

    Variety of Arcs, Foreshadowing & Sticking to Theme - The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (p3/3)

    https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/ The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (part 3/3): Element 7: Mix of story arc lengths [00:55] Element 8: Hidden details, easter eggs, and foreshadowing [02:34] Element 9: Sticking to key themes [04:10] .... @joshuacliston on Instagram, Threads, X and TikTok.

    8 min

  2. May 21

    An Actor's Actor, Comic Relief & Despicable Brilliance - The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (p2/3)

    https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/ The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (part 2/3): Element 4: Rewatchable shows need an emotional set point character. Element 5: Comic relief that doesn't kill the drama. (03:12). Element 6: A brilliant yet despicable character in the core group. (04:04). .... @joshuacliston on Instagram, Threads, X and TikTok.

    8 min

  3. May 17

    Stakes, Development & Respecting Core Characters - The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (p1/3)

    https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/ The 9 Elements of Highly Rewatchable TV Shows (part 1/3): (03:58) The Show Has to Be Good.(05:14) Core Characters Must Be Continuously Developed.(06:52) The Core Group of Characters Needs to Be Manageable and Memorable. @joshuacliston on Instagram, Threads, X and TikTok.

    11 min

  4. May 11

    The Expanse - from coffee bags and 3D videos, to model rockets and 50,000 upvotes - fans saved this beloved sci-fi

    In this episode we take a look at the explosive fan campaign for acclaimed sci-fi/drama The Expanse. From coffee bags and 3D videos, to model rockets and 50,000 upvotes, The Expanse fan campaign is one of the most intense fan campaigns in recent memory. (01:49) The Cancellation Announcement.(02:59) The Fan Campaign Begins.(05:20) The Viral Movement Takes Off.(08:22) Understanding the Rights Issues.(11:33) Cast and Crew Participation.(13:08) LA Talk Radio Interview with the Cast.(16:01) The Show's Creative Peak. Sources: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheExpanse/comments/8j9jtb/inquisitrcom_save_the_expanse_fan_campaign_to/http://www.syfy.com.au/news/the-expanse-is-being-kickstarted-into-an-old-school-rpghttps://arstechnica.com/gaming/2018/05/the-expanse-has-officially-been-saved/https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2018/08/brooklyn-nine-nine-unreal-and-the-creeping-phenomenon-of-uncanceled-tvhttps://www.thisisinsider.com/fans-saved-tv-show-2018-6#a-fan-campaign-to-save-the-expanse-included-a-plane-4https://www.space.com/40608-fans-fight-to-save-the-expanse.htmlhttps://deadline.com/2018/06/amazon-studios-the-expanse-saved-lucifer-amazon-jennifer-salke-1202407447/https://www.gonnageek.com/2018/06/gonnageek-com-show-241-gonna-die-of-dysentery/ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9pim1x3Aiohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=23&v=nCmRpOWpM2chttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WplL1eYq0lA Josh on Insta: @joshuacliston on Instagram. Josh on X: @joshuacliston on X/Twitter. Gonna Geek Network: https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/

    19 min

  5. Mar 28

    The One Where The Podcast Takes A Break

    OTB is taking a six week break, and will plan to be back around mid-May 2026. .... Josh on Insta: @joshuacliston on Instagram. Josh on X: @joshuacliston on X/Twitter. Gonna Geek Network: https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/

    1 min

  6. Mar 25

    #NoLaurelNoArrow - Arrow's Writers Accused of Disrespecting the Character of Laurel Lance

    How fans of Arrow sent a clear message to the Writers that they'd messed up with Laurel Lance's character. Sources: Arrow's Ratings: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arrow_(TV_series) .... Josh on Insta: @joshuacliston on Instagram. Josh on X: @joshuacliston on X/Twitter. Gonna Geek Network: https://www.gonnageek.com/show/on-the-bubble/

    4 min

  7. Mar 23

    Buffy The Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale (cancelled)

    A rebuttal to those online who are celebrating the cancellation of Buffy The Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale. @joshuacliston on X

    2 min

  8. Mar 15

    Was CW's Supergirl Worth Watching? And is Season 6 of Supergirl good or bad?

    Buffy New Sunnydale news (00:47) 4 Things I Didn't Love About CW's Supergirl (02:32) 1. Perfect Resolutions of all Interpersonal Conflicts. (02:52)2. Lack of Chemistry. (03:31)3. The Inconsistency of J'onn J'onzz's Power Level. (04:10)4. The Dialogue in Season 6. (05:26) @joshuacliston on X/Twitter.

    8 min
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An oral history of save-our-show TV fan campaigns. Have you ever wondered why your favourite TV show was cancelled before its time, and did anyone try to save-the-show? On The Bubble podcast is here to answer those questions, and more. In 'On The Bubble podcast', Josh Liston delves into the who's, the how's, the when's and the why's, of save-our-show fan campaign. With a pinch of rich audio production and more than a pinch of a heavy Aussie accent, Josh is here to share the stories of TV's most dedicated fandoms. 'On The Bubble podcast' is a proud member of the Gonna Geek Network.

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  • Creator
    Josh Liston | Gonna Geek Network
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Josh Liston | Gonna Geek Network
  • Show Website
    On The Bubble podcast