The HBOners

Join us on the HBO-ner podcast as we discuss this pivotal episode and analyze the implications for the future of the Sisterhood and the wider Dune universe. "The High-Handed Enemy" throws the Sisterhood into chaos! Lila, back from the dead and manipulated by Dorotea, stirs up trouble among the sisters, questioning Valya's authority and the very foundation of the Bene Gesserit. This internal strife...

Get ready for a power shift in this explosive episode! Francesca, the Imprinter and mother of the Emperor's son, arrives on Salusa Secundus, shaking things up. Desmond Hart's past with the Sisterhood is finally exposed, leading to a shocking betrayal. He becomes the Emperor's new Bashar, turning against the rebels and exposing Kieran Atreides as a traitor. Meanwhile, Lila gets in touch with her pa...

Join Stevin and Chasey for another deep dive into the sand (ouch!) as they explore episode 4 of Dune: Prophecy, "Twice Born"! They'll dissect the shocking twists, analyze the character developments, and debate the burning questions. They'll also share their predictions for what's to come in the next episode. Don't miss this spoiler-filled discussion for all you Dunephiles! Starring: Emily Watson,...

Stevin and Chasey are here once again to guide you through the neverending sands of this flashback episode "Sisterhood Above All", the third part of Dune: Prophecy. The Harkonnen sisters face new challenges and uncover shocking secrets. Tula grapples with the loss of Lila, while Valya seeks revenge against House Atreides. The enigmatic Desmond Hart continues to manipulate events, and flashbacks re...

The plot thickens in this episode as the Harkonnen sisters find themselves separated and caught in a dangerous game of power. The mysterious Desmond Hart continues to wield his influence, causing chaos and uncertainty. As Laya delves deeper into the prophecy, she uncovers shocking truths about her past and the sinister plans of the Harkonnens. Meanwhile, Valia navigates the treacherous political l...

Dive into the ancient past of the Duniverse! Join Stevin and Chasey as they unpack the premiere episode of HBO's new series, Dune: Prophecy . Set 10,000 years before Paul Atreides, we follow the enigmatic Harkonnen sisters as they navigate a treacherous political landscape, laying the foundation for the powerful Bene Gesserit. We’ll break down the episode's key moments, explore the intricate world...

The HBOners are back for an eighth season. Both Stevin and Chasey. Can you believe it? We can. And we're here to give our thoughts and analysis of HBO's new series: Dune: Prophecy . Stevin and Chasey can't wait to buggy about these sand dunes with you and see what's buried beneath. Starring: Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Jodhi May, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Aoife Hinds, Travis...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime The end has come. Goodbye, The Regime. Goodbye to The HBOners . It is the sixth and final episode of the season: "Don't Yet Rejoice". Hear Chasey Joshua and Stevin Nippol, one last time, as they bid a not-so-fond farewell to this baffling political thriller/satire/drama/comedy. And after seven seasons, we bid adieu to HBO's premier podcast, The H...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime Tis the penultimate episode of both The Regime and the seventh and final season of The HBOners . So, come "All Ye Faithful" fans and listeners, and lend your ears to beloved hosts Chasey Joshua and Stevin Nippol, as they try to untangle the twisted logic of the Faban Corridor plot, reminisce about Hugh Grant's all too brief cameo on this show, and qu...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime We've passed the halfway point with the fourth episode of the season - "Midnight Feast". Hope you saved room for dessert, because Chasey and Stevin are full of delicious morsels of television critique and tasty commentary on anything and everything having to do with this episode. And there are so many sweet and savory things to talk about when it com...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime Tres episodes down, and only tres más to go. Join Chasey and Stevin for a lively discussion of The Regime: Episode 3 - "The Heroes' Banquet". Hugh, is that you? Not so fast! But we do have a special guest this week, with Chris Masi, co-creator of the hit Hallmark/CW/Peacock series: Ride . So strap on your boots and giddyup, because this episode is go...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime Two wrongs don't make a right. But two episodes of The Regime do make two episodes of The HBOners . It's Episode 2: "The Foundling". Palatial intrigue. Governmental goings-on. Potatoes. American Ambassadors. Kate Winslet. HBO. Dicatresships. Fun Accents. Insightful analysis. Verbal sparring. Hugh Grant. Join Chasey and Stevin as they immerse them...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime Well, it's taken 9 months, but at last The HBOners have birthed a new season. And here comes the first episode: "Victory Day". But hold your horses - stallions and Mares (of Easttown), because it looks like sextuplets. One episode down and five more on their way. Hugh gotta be kiddin' me! Join Chasey and Stevin as they watch and discuss this seas...

HBOners Season Seven - The Regime The HBOners are back for another season of thoughtful analysis, insightful television critique, and maybe even a few laughs. Hugh gotta be kiddin' me! And speaking of Hugh, fan favorite Hugh Grant is back this season, along with our favorite Mare, the late, great Kate Winslet. Join Chasey and Stevin as they watch and discuss this season's show: The Regime...

HBOners Season 7 - Teaser Oh my God, they're back again. New season of The HBOners coming in March 2024. Stay tuned for more details. And in the meantime, reach out to us! Leave us a voicemail: ⁠541-854-5541⁠ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thehboners Email us: thehboners@aol.com #slickrickcomehome #seventhseason

HBOners Season Six - Love & Death What a journey we've been on these past few weeks, and now it's all come to an end. It’s the seventh and final episode of  Love & Death : "Ssssshh". Candy takes the stand, and the jury must decide. Is she innocent? Is she guilty? Was it self-defense or murder? Oh, Wylie! Join The HBOners for the thrilling conclusion to this HBO Max - oops...

HBOners Season Six - Love & Death The Penultimate Chapter! It’s Episode 6 of  Love & Death : "The Big Top”. Candy Montgomery is on trial for the murder of Betty Gore. And the court of Judge Mark Ryland is proving to be quite the media circus. We’ve got front door and back door pastors. Bad hair parts and questionable mustaches abound. Candy dresses like an old maid and is flying high...

HBOners Season Six - Love & Death Five alive! It’s Episode 5 of  Love & Death : "The Arrest”. Betty's funeral. Police questioning. Candy arrested. Judge Ryan. Blah blah blah. Oh, Wylie! Join The HBOners  for Season 6 of their critically acclaimed podcast, as they continue watching David E. Kelley's gripping true crime drama:  Love & Death  - only on HBO Max! And stay tuned...

HBOners Season Six - Love & Death We’ve passed the halfway point of the season, and it’s Episode 4 of  Love & Death : "Do No Evil”. Things have finally come to a head between the Montgomerys and the Gores. A grisly killing - self defense or murder? A planned trip to Target. A broken watch. A new Star Wars. Business trips. Phone calls by the dozen. Detectives. Crime scenes. And the lis...

HBOners Season 6 - Love & Death Love It or List It, cuz it’s Til Death Do Us Part! Stasey & Chevin are back for a sick…oops, uh…sucksth…no! Sex…ugh, sorry… sixth season! Can you believe it? Do you love it? We don’t! We don’t believe it…We don’t not love it. We do love it. And word on the street is that this season is to die for. Pun intended. “So, what’s the show, Farmer Joe (Biden)?” you...

HBOners Season Five - House of the Dragon The grand finale is upon us! It's the tenth and final episode of House of the Dragon (Season 1) and The HBOners (Season 5). A new king has been crowned in King's Landing, and the folks at Dragonstone are none too pleased. Rhaenys returns to tell everyone that King Viserys is dead, and the treacherous Greens are surely on their way. Rhaenyra goes into early...

HBOners Season Five - House of the Dragon It‘s the penultimate episode of the season for both House of the Dragon and The HBOners ! The king is dead. Long live the king. But in his dying breath, Queen Alicent swears her husband didst proclaim the prince-formerly-known-as-Chalamet his rightful heir. But not all are convinced of the truthfulness of the queen’s last minute revelation. Allegiances are...

HBOners Season Five - House of the Dragon Episode 8: Return of the Joshua ! Back from the brink and chock full of opinions, Chasey Joshua joins Stevin Nippol for this most recent installment of The HBOners . Like Lord Corlys, Chasey suffered from a terrible fire that burned within his ailing body. But, though Corlys has seemingly been conquered by his sickness, Chasey has returned victorious. He’s...

HBOners Season Five - House of the Dragon It’s Episode 7! And something is rotten in the state of Driftmark (and no, we’re not just referring to Chasey’s bowels). That being said, however, Stevin Nippol is a bit of an HBLoner this week, as Chasey has been sidelined with some medical complications in the Southlands. In his words: “It’s a real pain in the ass!” But worry not, fans! You’re in good ha...

HBOners Season Five - House of the Dragon Time jump! It's Episode 6: "The Princess and the Queen", and with it we've moved ten years into the future. It seems like everyone's had two or three kids. King Viserys (looking more sickly by the second) and Alicent have two sons and a daughter that look eerily like Malfoys. Rhaenyra has just popped out a third son - one who, like the previous two, shares...