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Beyond Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming and Tech, the brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing the nerdy. Brilliant opinions and commentary on all things ‘geek’, but surprising knowledge and witty arguments over pop culture, Star Trek, MARVEL vs DC, and a wide range of movies and TV shows. Andy Farnsworth and most of his co-hosts and guests live in the Salt Lake City, Utah area.

Fan Effect KSL Newsradio

    • TV & Film
    • 4.6 • 20 Ratings

Beyond Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming and Tech, the brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing the nerdy. Brilliant opinions and commentary on all things ‘geek’, but surprising knowledge and witty arguments over pop culture, Star Trek, MARVEL vs DC, and a wide range of movies and TV shows. Andy Farnsworth and most of his co-hosts and guests live in the Salt Lake City, Utah area.

    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Arthur The King’ is a true story about an endurance race and a dog

    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Arthur The King’ is a true story about an endurance race and a dog

    Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 15, 2024.  This week movies and shows based on true events dominate, starting with a true story about an endurance race and a dog. "Arthur The King" is exactly what the title would imply: a dog following Mark Wahlberg on an adventure race. (What, you were thinking it was about something else?) Also in theaters is "One Life,” starring Anthony Hopkins, about a man from England whose efforts got 700 child refugees out of Czechoslovakia in the lead-up to World War II.

    For streaming fodder, there is the story of the hunt for Abraham Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth, on Amazon Prime Video’s "Manhunt." And then, for a St. Patrick’s Day fix, Lindsay Lohan returns in another romantic comedy in Netflix’s magical and family-friendly "Irish Wish." 

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 5 min
    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Kids will enjoy ‘Kung Fu Panda 4,’ but will parents? 

    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Kids will enjoy ‘Kung Fu Panda 4,’ but will parents? 

    Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 8, 2024. Jack Black is back as Po the Dragon Warrior in "Kung Fu Panda 4," a sequel that kids will enjoy and parents might too. Also in theaters this week, a new entry from Angel Studio’s, “Cabrini" is the true story of a fearless nun who brought compassion to immigrants in New York in the late 1880s. And on the scarier side, or should we say semi-scary side, the PG-13 movie called “Imaginary” stars a more-than-it-seems old teddy bear. For streaming (and Millie Bobby Brown) fans, Netflix has the new movie "Damsel," which, of course, has a princess and a dragon. 

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 5 min
    ‘Dune: Part Two’ lives up to its epic universe with Chris Graham

    ‘Dune: Part Two’ lives up to its epic universe with Chris Graham

    “Dune: Part Two” is cinematic sci-fi splendor that lives up to the epic novel universe it comes from! At least that’s the opinion of Fan Effect producer KellieAnn Halvorsen and today’s guest, Dune connoisseur Chris Graham. They, along with host Andy Farnsworth, who has already spoken about his love for this sequel on What-to-Watch and the KSL Movie Show, dive deeper into Dunes' history, adaptations, messages, and themes. Expertly crafted, cast, filmed, scored, and more, “Dune: Part Two” is really a show to see on the IMAX big screen, even multiple times, and we are excited to have a spoiler-filled conversation about the movies and books on this episode of Fan Effect. 

    You can listen to more of Chris Graham as he guest hosts on “Real Old Reels” or support him and his wife's growing games store, “Games and Things.” 

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 1 hr 25 min
    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Dune Part Two’ is as epic as a movie can get! 

    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Dune Part Two’ is as epic as a movie can get! 

    Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 2,  2024. You will be blown away by "Dune Part Two." The sequel to the 2021 ‘Dune’ based on Frank Herbert’s sci-fi novel, is as epic as a movie can get, and Andy says, “Go see it on the biggest screen possible!” (Watch for our deep-dive episode on Dune in March 2024). Also, on the big screen are the final two hours of “The Chosen” season four before it hits the small screens. And over on FX/Hulu there is a new adaption of the 1975 novel “Shogun.”  

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 5 min
    ‘What’s your favorite fandom?’ The lasting legacy of Jane Austen's literature

    ‘What’s your favorite fandom?’ The lasting legacy of Jane Austen's literature

    Producer KellieAnn is excited to host a first episode of a series exploring, “What’s your favorite fandom?” Church News’ Reporter Mary Richards and KSL Newsradio’s Heather Kelly join to discuss the lasting literary legacy of Jane Austen. Together, they explore why the six novels by Austen have resonated through the ages, the best-and-worst movie and television interpretations, historical and biographic context, the Regency Era popularity (particularly in Utah with Old Glory Historical Dance and the Utah Regency Society), and, notably how to get into the world crafted by Austen. *Warning: There is some audio distortion in this episode due to a recording software error.*

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 52 min
    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: “Ordinary Angels” reminds us what we are capable of when we care for others

    Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: “Ordinary Angels” reminds us what we are capable of when we care for others

    Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 23, 2024.“Ordinary Angels” is a true story on the big screen that will bring tears to your eyes. It stars  Hilary Swank and Alan Ritchson in a tale that reminds us what we are capable of when we take care of each other. On streaming, the live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is a remake of the much-loved animated series on Netflix. While the whole season is out and showcases excellent cinematography and performances, we will have to wait to see what fans of the original think of this latest edition. Over on Apple TV Plus, a new series “Constellation,” is a better I.S.S story than the one Andy reviewed last month. 

    The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes, taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

    Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  

    Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, kslpodcasts.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the conversation and get the latest 'nerdly' news on Facebook @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

    • 4 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

SherylRun ,

Fun ride with peeps

It's so good to hear from those who think like me (or disagree in a friendly way) about the universes and fandoms which I have loved for so long! This is an entertaining ride and feels so much like back in the day. I'll be listening.

EaBaldwin ,

Great show for "fanboys"

SLC Fanboys give entertaining reviews for superhero movies and other movies similar. So far they've only really talked about movies and TV, and I would really like to hear them talk about comic books a bit more.

Car11113 ,

Fun talk on the hits

These guys know their stuff and a blast to listen to.

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