The Time Is Now: A Millennium Podcast

Mark Meets Millennium: The Curse Of Frank BlackHappy Halloween! In this special episode, Kurt North and Mark Adams dive into "The Curse of Frank Black" — widely regarded as one of the finest hours of television ever made, and a perfect Halloween treat.This month marks the 30th anniversary of Millennium, which first aired in October 1996. To celebrate, we're pulling out all the stops on the show's iconic Halloween episode, directed by the late Ralph Hemecker. RIP.

Mark meets MillenniumHost Kurt North and guest Mark Adams discuss Marks ongoing first-time watch of Millennium, covering episodes “Wide Open” through “Walkabout,” noting recurring child trauma themes, Frank Black’s recklessness and morality (including support for the death penalty), standout guest performances, and favourites such as the pilot, “522666,” “The Well-Worn Lock,” “Force Majeure,” and “Walkabout,” which expands Frank’s mental health and family backstory. They then react to “Lamentation” and “Powers, Principalities, Thrones and Dominions,” calling them a major supernatural “left turn,” highlighting horror pacing, the shocking death of “Bletch” and its real trauma aftermath, Lucy Butler’s ambiguous, manipulative presence, and ideas of “Legion” and a larger battle of evil, while debating whether events are coincidence, visions, or truly otherworldly.

Millennium Mark watch: Episodes 3–8 and the Impact of “The Well-Worn Lock”Kurt and returning guest Mark Adams continue celebrating Millennium’s 30th anniversary, discussing episodes 3–7 and then watching episode 8, “The Well-Worn Lock.”Mark reviews “Dead Letters,” “The Judge,” “522666” (a more action-driven episode highlighting Frank as a detective), “Kingdom Come” (religion, quotes, and Frank’s atheism), and “Blood Relatives"“The Well-Worn Lock,” written by Chris Carter, prompts Mark to share personal experience with domestic abuse; both praise the episode’s accuracy, performances, bleakness, and Catherine-focused strength, including its ending message: “You’re not a victim, you’re a survivor.”00:00 The Well Worn Lock (Broadcast Ready)10:28 The Judge15:18 5-2-2-6-6-6 (Kaboom)19:32 Kingdom Come24:57 Blood Relatives27:29 The Well-Worn LockContent Advisory: This episode discusses abuse, gaslighting, and related traumatic experiences. If you or someone you know is affected by these issues, support is available — please reach out to a relevant helpline or support service in your area. Listener discretion is advised.

Chris Carter on Millennium’s 30th AnniversaryHost Kurt North welcomes Chris Carter for a special 30-minute podcast episode marking the 30th anniversary of Millennium, recorded the day before Carter’s 70th birthday. They discuss the show’s enduring legacy and hardcore fandom, why it still isn’t on streaming (including music rights), and Carter’s personal connection to characters like Frank and Catherine. They cover key influences such as The Silence of the Lambs and Se7en, the show’s production design, and episodes like “The Well-Worn Lock” and its ongoing relevance. Carter reflects on collaborators including David Nutter, Gary Wissner, Thomas J. Wright, They briefly touch upon Ryan Coogler’s planned X-Files reboot. Carter also shares thoughts on potential Millennium reboot ideas, including John Doggett, and plugs his new film Queens for a Day.00:00 Welcome and Setup 01:53 Millennium Legacy and Streaming 03:55 Frank Black and Inspirations 05:25 Empathy and Family Themes 08:05 Lucy Butler and Mythology 09:57 The Well Worn Lock Relevance 12:51 Creating the Darkness 13:49 David Nutter and Production 15:51 AI and X-Files Reboot 17:53 Collaborators and Industry Pressures 20:49 Ahead of Its Time 22:29 Season Three and Reboot Ideas 24:57 Listener Questions and Evil 28:14 Wrap Up and Birthday Wishes

Millennium 30th Anniversary: Watching the Pilot (and Episode 2) with Mark Adams Host Kurt North marks the 30th anniversary year of Millennium by inviting Shipwreck and Comatose co-host Mark Adams, who hasn’t seen the series, to watch and discuss the pilot and then episode two. They compare Millennium to The X-Files, noting it shares a universe but doesn’t feature Mulder and Scully, and discuss the show’s darker, more adult tone, graphic horror elements, and the use of music (including Rob Zombie, Nine Inch Nails, and Cypress Hill) as a key identity and a barrier to streaming. Mark praises the pilot’s cold open, Mark Snow’s theme, Lance Henriksen’s performance, the empathy-driven protagonist Frank Black, and a non-stereotyped queer antagonist, while they discuss Millennium Group/Nostradamus mythology, long-arc seeds (including unsettling photographs), and the “serial killer of the week” reputation. They plan periodic check-ins, next at episode eight. 00:00 Welcome And Introductions 00:35 Mark Joins The Show 01:25 Plugging The Nasty Cast 03:22 What Mark Knows 05:10 X Files Connections 06:06 Why Millennium Ended 06:48 Pilot Night Setup 12:49 Pilot First Reactions 14:17 Dark Cold Open Talk 15:32 Theme And Family Contrast 17:23 Serial Killer Format Debate 19:23 Millennium Group Mythology 23:29 Influences And Frank Cares 26:56 Body Horror Breakdown 28:16 X Files Dark Roots 29:10 Timeline And Spinoffs 30:30 Nineties Vibes Hold Up 31:24 Frank Black And Photos 32:18 Seattle Setting Talk 34:03 Queer Villain Nuance 35:58 Evil Encroachment Themes 38:45 Hooked On The Series 39:22 Episode Two Reactions 41:20 Carter Tone And Dynamics 43:35 Plan Future Check Ins 47:52 Wrap Up And Thanks

MANHUNTER Exploring Manhunter: Michael Mann's Cinematic Influence Luke Winch, and guest Tony Black celebrate the 30th anniversary of the TV show 'Millennium' by delving into the 1986 film 'Manhunter,' directed by Michael Mann. The discussion covers various aspects of the film, including its thematic depth, visual style, and its significant impact on the psychological thriller genre. They explore the performances of key actors, Mann's use of colour, and the portrayal of the characters while comparing 'Manhunter' to subsequent adaptations and other cultural works influenced by it. The episode emphasises Mann's unique approach to storytelling and his focus on themes such as the primal instinct for survival and the pressure of time. 01:31 Initial Impressions and Background 02:24 Comparing Manhunter to Later Works 06:34 Michael Mann's Unique Style 10:01 Character Analysis: Will Graham 10:51 Thematic Elements and Visual Motifs 22:34 Hannibal Lecter: A Different Take 30:43 Hannibal's Manipulation and Will's Family 31:27 Michael Mann's Unique Style 33:34 Tom Noonan's Creepy Performance 35:20 The Tragic Villainy of Francis Dollarhyde 43:11 Michael Mann's Use of Colour 48:00 Themes of Survival and Time 53:24 Final Thoughts on Manhunter

Seven vs. Millennium In this latest episode of 'Time is Now - The Millennium Podcast,' host Kurt North alongside guest Russ Hugo delve into the deep connections and influences between the 1995 film 'Seven' and the 1996 TV series 'Millennium.' Discussing everything from character development, cinematography, and thematic elements, they explore how Chris Carter's series took inspiration from 'Seven' while also carving out its own unique path. The conversation covers empathic characterisation in 'Millennium' versus the apathy depicted in 'Seven,' as well as a detailed examination of both protagonists and their respective narratives. Audience comments are also addressed, providing additional insights into the enduring legacy and impact of both the film and the series. 00:00 Seven in Seattle: Millennium 00:38 Introduction 01:25 Millennium 2023 Panel Discussion 08:34 Seven in Seattle: Comparing the Film and TV Show 11:28 Somerset vs Frank Black: Character Analysis 20:42 Visual Aesthetics and Cinematography 25:55 Emotional Tone and Family Dynamics 47:35 Religious Themes and Moral Philosophy 57:23 Legacy and Cultural Impact 01:03:52 Music and Soundtracks 01:09:17 Listener Comments and Closing Thoughts

Millennium's Legacy and Evolution: From the PhileFest 2023 Panel This episode dives into the Millennium panel at Philefest The X-Files Convention in Minnesota, 2023. Listen to exclusive insights from Chris Carter, Troy L. Foreman and Frank Spotnitz on the show's origins, its relationship with the X-Files, changes between seasons, and its cultural impact. Plus, learn about Carter's inspiration from movies like 'The Silence of the Lambs' and how the show influenced series like 'Criminal Minds' and 'Mindhunter.' Don't miss out on this engaging discussion 00:00 Introduction 04:21 Chris Carter on the Origins of Millennium 04:26 Chris Carter's Inspiration and Creation 07:37 Challenges and Triumphs of Producing Millennium 07:44 Challenges and Production Stories 09:16 Troy's Documentary Journey 10:22 The Future of Millennium and Fan Questions 10:22 The Elusive Availability of Millennium 11:21 Fan Questions and Series Insights 13:57 Influence on Other Shows and Characters 16:49 The Impact of Millennium and The X-Files 20:50 Character Highlights and Behind the Scenes 24:43 The Evolution of Millennium's Seasons 27:38 The Scully Effect and Representation 34:05 Closing Remarks