Xena Warrior Business
A mighty podcast forged in the heat of conversation. Xena Warrior Princess fans Chris Sims and Allison Stock and the occasional guest convene every other week to watch every episode of the iconic nineties show and analyze what made it so endearing. The power, the passion, the danger... this podcast will change the world.
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Xena Warrior Business: The Wrap Up
01/26/2024
Xena Warrior Business: The Wrap Up
As this legendary journey comes to an end, Chris and Ally reflect on how far they've come, discuss their favorite episodes and arcs of Xena Warrior Princess, and analyze the current wave of Xena nostalgia. Thank you for listening with us. See you again soon! Join us to discuss Xena Warrior Business, a mighty podcast forged in the heat of battle! Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E22 - IT'S OVER!!!
11/24/2023
S6E22 - IT'S OVER!!!
Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened. (Ancient Greek Proverb) From waxing nostalgic for the cable tv series finale event, to marveling at this episode's extremely high production value, Chris and Ally bid their farewell to the Warrior Princess. It's tough to wrap a show when you've already resolved all your closure, but from professions of love to a sensual on-screen kiss, it felt like Xena Warrior Princess the 90s action adventure show really did as much as it possibly could... or did it??? Join us to discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 22: A Friend in Need (Part 2) Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E21 - THE PINCHING OF THE PINCH
10/27/2023
S6E21 - THE PINCHING OF THE PINCH
We've reached Xena's final story, and the fucks have run dry. There are no fucks left to give. The penulimate episode of Xena Warrior Princess brings us back, yet again, into Xena's dark past, taking a lot of big swings and making a lot of big choices. Will they all pay off? How cool will Gabby play it when she finds out she wasn't Xena's first? And what's the deal with Japan's natural iron deposits? Join us to discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 21: A Friend in Need (Part 1) Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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The Quick and The Dead (1995) Commentary Track (COMMENTARAIMI)
10/13/2023
The Quick and The Dead (1995) Commentary Track (COMMENTARAIMI)
We let out listeners pick our last CommentaRAIMI movie, and so we watched Sam Raimi's meticulously stylish tournament arc of a movie We talk about the appeal of Westerns, movies where a bad guy owns a town, Russell Crowe's floppy-haired fuckboy sex appeal, and the inherent awkwardness of walking into a place and having people look at you. This is a commentary track, and can be listened to while you watch The Quick and The Dead! Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E20 - Annie Day's Degradation Kink
09/29/2023
S6E20 - Annie Day's Degradation Kink
Bad news, everyone! A new Xena scroll has been discovered, and it says that Xena might have been a heterosexual! Does this mean Rob Tapert will finally give us season 7? Or will Xena be thwarted by paperwork/fineprint? Instead of gorging yourself on goat cheese milkshakes, join us to discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 20: Soul Possession Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E19 - Many Sapphic Returns
08/11/2023
S6E19 - Many Sapphic Returns
It's Gabrielle's birthday, so you know it's time for some psychological torture. It's also time to deprogram a rescued virgin sacrifice, and to meet one of the goofiest villains we've seen in a while. It's the show's most sapphic episode to date, and the very last dvd disc of the series! We're not crying, we've just been cutting onions. Instead of following a powerful man, you should follow us instead, to discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 19: Many Happy Returns Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E18 - Across the Caesarverse
07/28/2023
S6E18 - Across the Caesarverse
Julius Caesar, unsatisfied with his ending, comes back from the dead to rewrite the show Xena Warrior Princess. Will Xena and Gabrielle still fall in love, or will they meet a different, more tragic fate? Alti also returns and Chris throws a legit tantrum. Anyway, the people need to eat, so don't forget to allocate your grain. Rewrite your fate so you can join us to discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 18: When Fates Collide Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E17 - Friendtaur to the Centaurs
07/14/2023
S6E17 - Friendtaur to the Centaurs
The victory lap continues, with Chris and Ally are well on their way to seeing Xena Warrior Princess to completion. But first, they must contend with yet another human/centaur birth, and all the awful logistics leading up to such an unconscionable abomonation. We also get Xena as a bad stepmom, some weird character assassination for Gabrielle, and the return of some dodgy centaur special effects. Come and learn about the values of the digital versatile disc as we discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 17: Last of the Centaurs Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E16 - Don't Bother, They're Here...
06/23/2023
S6E16 - Don't Bother, They're Here...
Isn't it rich? Xena and Gab? Lesbian heroes of old...cloned in a lab? In a time of modern struggles and civil unrest, the nation cried out for a hero, and a reincarnated sorcerer teams up with some losers to clone a few. Today's episode is a diagetic clip show, a style of episode that Xena Warrior Princess has gotten quite good at. We talk jokes, bathrooms, and the wide spectrum of the way a show treats its fans. From Sherlock to Supernatural to House MD, you always have to ask: are they laughing with us, or at us? Come and learn about the values of the digital versatile disc as we discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 16: Send in the Clones Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E15 - Ancient Greek Geneva Convention Violations
06/09/2023
S6E15 - Ancient Greek Geneva Convention Violations
When a warlord with a grudge captures the Amazon queen, ancient green World War II breaks out! Is this the end of the Amazons? Might be! Join Chris and Ally as we watch this strong nation get blown up on a beach like Saving Private Ryan. Go 'Zons! We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 15: To Helicon and Back Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E14 - Mixed Martial Amazons
05/26/2023
S6E14 - Mixed Martial Amazons
Join us as we recall the famous tale of the scorpion and the, uh... swan? After giving the god of war his god powers back, Xena now has to contend with the consequences: the Amazons are doing war crimes! Also, will Eve's dark past finally catch up to her? Will she be put to death like a Batman villain? Find out in her FINAL episode of Xena Warrior Princess! We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 14: Path of Vengeance Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E13 - I Can't Believe It's Not a Clip Show!
05/12/2023
S6E13 - I Can't Believe It's Not a Clip Show!
How far would you go to get the scoop? Modern day journalist Nigel travels from heaven to hell and everywhere in between to find out the truth about Xena Warrior Princess, (and her relationship to Gabrielle). Season 6 is wilding out, and this "fun but weird" episode really surprised us. We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 13: You Are There Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E12 - Little Boots
04/28/2023
S6E12 - Little Boots
It's time, folks. We're finally doing it: We're cancelling Caligula. This oddball episode felt like dropping in on a random episode of a tv show you've never seen... so we got special guest and Sailor Business cohost Betty Felon () to drop in on a random episode of a tv show they've never seen! We cover all the classic Xena bases: gods, fights, angels, sexy dancing, and a classic sapphic bathing scene, and we finally answer the age-old question: was Xena real? We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 12: The God You Know Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E11 - A Time of Ancient Logs
04/14/2023
S6E11 - A Time of Ancient Logs
This episode shows that having the high ground does not always provide you with the advantage. Xena may have met her equal match in Morlock, and teams up with a rebellious young amazon who, you guessed it, has a lot to learn. Renee O’Connor returns to the directors chair, bringing us one of the most unique and notable fight setpieces of the entire series. We're playing Jenga, and we're doing it Texas style! We are joined by special guest and noted Xena incarnate Tami Potter () talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 11: Dangerous Prey Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E10 - Dark Shingo of the Soul
03/31/2023
S6E10 - Dark Shingo of the Soul
After a heavy trilogy of action, intrigue and character growth, we take a step back to reconnect with life's simple pleasures, as Xena and Gabrielle help Ares go undercover as a farmer, and ask the hard hitting questions, like: How are ya at shovelin’ shit? In the wise words of Chris Sims: “There is a real giving up aspect to this episode.” We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 10: Old Ares Had a Farm Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) Commentary Track... The COMMENTARAIMI
03/17/2023
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) Commentary Track... The COMMENTARAIMI
Despite their different opinions on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris and Ally join up for a real Phase 4 treat, and to celebrate Sam Raimi's long-awaited return to the director's chair. This is a commentary track, and can be listened to while you watch Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness! Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E9 - Beowulf Minus Beowulf
03/03/2023
S6E9 - Beowulf Minus Beowulf
As the [lord of the] ring[s] trilogy comes to a close, we reflect on a lesson from the story of Beowulf: good things wont always be good. You can be in the black one day, and in the red the next. A nice guy today can be a real asshole tomorrow. And a two-person podcast can become a four-person podcast, as we are joined by our friends Sascha and Mary from Radio Amphipolis, the German Xena podcast! Join us all as we learn the difference between softness and weakness, and witness Xena and Gabrielle’s first proper kiss! We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 9: Return of the Valkyrie Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E8 - The The Ring Cycle Cycle
02/17/2023
S6E8 - The The Ring Cycle Cycle
This episode shows that anyone can change. A warlord can turn into one of the good guys. A valkyrie can turn into a tree monster. Another valkyrie can turn into a fire. Amid these lessons, Ally learns about the MILF hunter, and Neil Gaiman returns to explain the true meaning of Beowulf. With Xena making the ultimate sacrifice and Gabby in the Gabbysleep, are our heroes burning an eternal flame, or did someone just put on a magical ring of power? Find out in today’s episode: THE THE RING CYCLE CYCLE We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 8: The Ring Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E7 - Sealed with a Kiss
01/27/2023
S6E7 - Sealed with a Kiss
What do a German opera, a Scandinavian myth and an Old English epic poem have in common? They’re all heavily featured in this New Zealand fantasy story about a ring that grants its wearer incredible power! Sound familiar? We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 7: The Rheingold Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at Quick LinksGet Embed PlayerDownload Audio File
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S6E6 - A Horizontal Abyss
01/13/2023
S6E6 - A Horizontal Abyss
Xena Warrior Princess the show finally deals with the downsides of having killed off their comic relief. This episode, which was clearly an inventory script, asks the tough questions, like: is it ok to kill someone who tried to kill and eat you? What's the best way to cook a human being? And: what is the true meaning of WHUMP? We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 6: The Abyss Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E5 - Down in the Gab Hole
12/19/2022
S6E5 - Down in the Gab Hole
This silly episode has everything. Manslaughter. Ethnic cleansing. The disappointing realization that your heroes are flawed people. It scared Chris so badly that he had to fake being sick for a month just to avoid having to watch it. Xena and Gabrielle find themselves on the receiving end of some desert hospitality, while Gabrielle contends with the fact that she’s a lot more warrior than bard these days. We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 5: Legacy Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E4 - Gurkhan Off
11/18/2022
S6E4 - Gurkhan Off
The Gurkh store called, and they're running out of you! This episode strives to answer the question of our lifetime: Who's Gurkhan? Gabrielle wants vengeance, Xena wants Gabrielle's head to stay attached to her shoulders, and everyone wants to be Number One Wife. Just remember, when everyone is Gurkhan... no one will be. There's only one joke in this episode, so please enjoy: GURKHAN OFF! We discuss Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 4: Who's Gurkhan? Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art
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Army of Darkness (1993) Commentary Track... The COMMENTARAIMI
11/04/2022
Army of Darkness (1993) Commentary Track... The COMMENTARAIMI
London bridge is falling down, my fair lady! After over 5 years of watching executive producer Sam Raimi's hit action/adventure show Xena Warrior Princess, Chris and Ally are diving deeper into the noted horror auteur's filmography. Much like Ash was dropped into the medieval age, we've skipped the Evil Dead movies and dropped straight into Army of Darkness. This is a commentary track, and can be listened to while you watch Army of Darkness! For those watching along, the film starts at 09:30. Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S6E3 - The Devil Clause
10/21/2022
S6E3 - The Devil Clause
Xena has bent Odysseus's bow. She set in motion the murder of Julius Caesar. She heralded the birth of Jesus Christ. The throne of hell is vacant, but won't be for long. Will Xena accept her fate as the new ruler of all evil? Or will she claim yet another historical event for herself and orchestrate Lucifer's fall from heaven? Also: Will Gabby sleep with Joxer's hot son? And will Eve ever shut up? Find out in today's discussion of Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 3: Heart of Darkness Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art
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S6E2 - Taunted and Haunted
10/07/2022
S6E2 - Taunted and Haunted
As Halloween approaches, there's only one thing to do: It's time for Xena to fight the devil! A hellmouth opened up in Xena's childhood home, turning it into a haunted house. But the spirits are not resting, and they're not in peace. There's ghosts, skeletons, demons, gross stuff.. It's as if Sam Raimi decided to make a television show. Make sure to bring a blankie, because we talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 2: The Haunting of Amphipolis Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art
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S6E1 - Her Longest Yeah Boy Ever
09/23/2022
S6E1 - Her Longest Yeah Boy Ever
Welcome to the sixth and final season of Xena! We really are in the endgame now, and the fanfic writers have breached the fourth wall, the fanction is now coming from inside the writer's room! After giving up his powers to save Gabby and Eve, Ares has been demoted from god of war to just some guy of war. But does he still have a chance with Xena? We talk about grand entrances, fanfiction as a vehicle for career advancement, and the charisma and talent of the late, great Kevin Smith. Make sure to bring a blankie, because we talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 6 Episode 1: Coming Home Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S5E22 - Everything but the Christ
07/22/2022
S5E22 - Everything but the Christ
It's the end of Season 5, and the end of the pantheon of Greek gods! Chris and Ally continue their debate on implied vs. explicit Christianity, while Xena and Gabrielle continue to struggle with the redemption of Xena's daughter Eve. Goodbye, little ones. See you in season 6! We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 5 Episode 22: Motherhood Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S5E21: Don't Call it a Tomb Womb!
07/08/2022
S5E21: Don't Call it a Tomb Womb!
Continuing where Livia left off, Eve continues to be super good at killing people, making everyone a bit unsure of how to deal with her. Chris discovers the benefits of transformative work, while Ally argues that a Jesus allegory works better than actual Jesus. Both discuss the complications of goodness and birthright, while Xena and Gabrielle say goodbye to one of their own. We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 5 Episode 21: Eve Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S5E20 - The Distant Future
06/24/2022
S5E20 - The Distant Future
Xena punches her way out of her own coffin only to find out that she and Gabrielle have been dead for 25 years… and that her baby daughter Eve grew up to become the greatest warlord the world has ever seen. It is the distant future (the distant future) and Xena’s really stepped in it this time! We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 5 Episode 20: Livia Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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S5E19 - Death In Chair 2: Still Chairin’
06/10/2022
S5E19 - Death In Chair 2: Still Chairin’
What happens when the person you love has changed so much that they no longer embody the characteristics that made you fall in love in the first place? Anyway, Xena has to pull off a fuckery to get the gods off her back once and for all. Will she and Gabrielle pull it off? Or will the Twilight of the Gods just get even more convoluted? We talk about Xena Warrior Princess Season 5 Episode 19: Looking Death in the Eye Follow us on twitter: @ This podcast is the spinoff/sister podcast of SAILOR BUSINESS. Art by . Podcast edited by . Support us on patreon at
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