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The 42cast

Hosted by Nathan · tv · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Ever want to hear knowledgeable people debate geeky topics in an entertaining way? A lot of people do. The 42cast is a celebration of the diversity of opinions that can be found in so much of the geekisphere. Every week Nathan, the host, picks a topic and assembles a panel of experts to discuss it and have as much fun as they can while they're doing it. It's an opportunity for passionate discussions in the geeky community held in a respectful manner. Sometimes there will even be interviews with creators of genre content. Whether you're a fan of sci-fi, fantasy, movies, TV, games, comics, science, or just find fandoms interesting there'll be something for you. So check out The 42cast! It's the Ultimate Answer to Fandom, Geekiness, and Everything.

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26%

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Questions about The 42cast

What is The 42cast about?

Ever want to hear knowledgeable people debate geeky topics in an entertaining way? A lot of people do. The 42cast is a celebration of the diversity of opinions that can be found in so much of the geekisphere.

Who hosts The 42cast?

The 42cast is hosted by Nathan. The show has published 268 episodes to date.

What has The 42cast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The 42cast Episode 266: Darefleck Begins (Screen Reads 2)" (15 December 2025), "The 42cast Episode 265: We Live Again" (9 December 2025), and "The 42cast Episode 264: Let’s Make a Deal" (1 December 2025).

How often does The 42cast publish?

The 42cast publishes roughly weekly across 268 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The 42cast?

Booking probability for The 42cast is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The 42cast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The 42cast's contact route on record: verified email.

About the host

Nathan hosts The 42cast, a tv podcast with 268 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Aug 11, 2025—S0

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