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David and Brandon discuss the latest Netflix film from Sam Esmail (Mr. Robot), Leave the World Behind . Starring Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, this movie is a masterclass in modern Hitchcock-style filmmaking. David and Brandon give their spoiler free hot takes before the break. After, they go into a full detailed breakdown of the plot, themes and characters of this wonderfully creepy and visually...

David and John discuss the first four episodes of Season 5 of Fargo on FX on Hulu. They discuss the legacy of Noah Hawley and the Fargo brand, the show's unique take on good vs. evil, and the themes of patriarchy scattered throughout the season. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Fargo thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during...

Happy Life Day! David and John are joined by Properly Howard's Anthony and Steve to watch the most bizarre movie ever made in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss Bea Arthur's showstoppers, four-armed Julia Child, and a VR headset that should have never been shown on screen. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.c...

David and Elysia discuss the latest Ridley Scott biopic, Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby. They offer their spoiler free hot takes and after a break, they discuss the film in detail including the impact that Napoleon had on of Europe, where the film differs from recorded history and, ultimately, whether the film succeeded or failed at telling a compelling story. Contact Us Ques...

David and John have a fan service party in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss the origins of Han, the lost opportunity of a Syndicate-verse, and the chaotic production of this charming entry into the Star Wars canon. Then, they round up feedback from Solo, Revenge of the Sith, and Ahsoka. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelore...

David, Jean and Elysia are joined by special guest, Marilyn R. Pukkila! Before doing a full review of the movie the Team offers their spoiler free thoughts on the film, they discuss recent MCU related news Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to mcu@thelorehounds.com and...

David and John discuss Of the Sindar, the eleventh story in The Silmarillion . They discuss the founding of Doriath, the emergence of the dwarves, and the geography of Beleriand. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send...

David, Jean and Elysia land the plane for Season 2 of Loki. The team, burdened with glorious purpose, breaks down the final episode and discusses what it means to rewrite your own story, about Loki’s journey and then they answer listener feedback. Check the David Gorman website Elysia referenced in the podcast http://www.davidgorman.com Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Vi...

David and Marilyn discuss chapters 7-10 of the fourth book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, Tehanu. After recapping the major plot points they discuss the concept of gender, issues of justice as well as magic and dragons as they relate to the ongoing tale of Tenar.   Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Contact Us Questions,...

David, Elysia and Jean assemble to preview the next big MCU movie, The Marvels , featuring Carol Danvers, Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau. The Team catches-up on MCU related news before diving into the background of all the principal characters and setting up the premise for the movie.  Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Steve & Anthony Recap Season...

David talks with Elysia about the new Hugh Howie TV adaptation, Beacon 23 airing on MGM+ starting November 12, 2023. Elysia sets up the premise for the book and talks about her coverage plans on the Wool-Shift-Dust podcast feed. Watch the official trailer here: Beacon 23 on MGM+ Subscribe to the Wool-Shift-Dust feed here Wool-Shift-Dust Find all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here: theloreho...

This week David and Elysia slip through time to break down the penultimate episode of Loki, Season 2 Ep5. Jean will be back next week for the finale. David and Elysia discuss some recent MCU news and debate the meaning of the show before answering listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voic...

David and John watch a democracy crumble in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss the manipulation of Palpatine, the mistakes of the Jedi Council, and the uneven character development of Anakin. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find...

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the first part of the fourth book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, Tehanu. After recapping Tenar's newfound parenthood, they discuss the LeGuin's decision to revisit Earthsea decades later, her evolving views on feminism, and her exploration of the sociological problems within her own world...

David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Flight of the Noldor, the tenth story in The Silmarillion . They discuss the Oath of Feanor, the horror of Ungoliant, the splintering of the Noldor, and the roadmap to the rest of the story. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift...

David, Jean, and Elysia take a break from the Loki time stream to have some Halloween fun with the Marve Special, Werewolf By Night , starring Laura Donnelly and Gael García Bernal. This charming tale from the MCU horror genre was released originally in Black and White but was re-colorized and released this year. The crew does a quick round up of the horror sub-genre found in MCU before giving the...

David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep4 of Loki Season 2. The team breaks down the episode and marvels at the cliffhanger episode before answering listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to y...

David and John welcome Bear McCreary to the Lorehounds Podcast. They discuss his work scoring The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power , Foundation , and all of his other television and video game work. Bear reveals details about his creative process, his immersion in fantasy and sci-fi worlds, and moving forward to new projects. Find Out More About Bear McCreary Bear's Website Listen to Elys...

John and Elysia discuss The Fall of the House of Usher , the latest spooky series by Mike Flanagan. After giving their general thoughts on the season, they break down the interwoven stories of Edgar Allen Poe, their theories about Flanagan's message, and their hopes for the next entry in the Flanaverse. Listen to Elysia's Podcast (Including More on this Series) Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Pr...

David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep3 of Loki Season 2. Jean provides a number of comic comparisons and the MCU team breaks down the episode from the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair to the end of time. Listen to Steve & Anthony Recap Season 1 of Severance Severance Podcast - A Lorehounds & Properly Howard Joint Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV...

David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep2 of Loki Season 2. Before getting into the episode breakdown they recap the latest news out of Marvel Studios and discuss their spoiler free hot takes for the episode. In Comic Corner Jean talks about the Zaniac character and the trio answers some listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Lis...

David and John complete their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time . Elysia joins them to discuss the highlights, the weak points, and the overall quality of the season. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next...

David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep1 of Loki Season 2. They marvel at the amazing set decorations for the show, theorize about time travel and quantum mechanics and reply to some listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Movie Review Contact Us Questions, comments and/or m...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time . They discuss the scheming of the Forsaken, the reunion of friends, and the stakes for Season 3. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next epis...

David and John are joined by Elysia to discuss the Season Finale of Ahsoka , the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the unexpected progress of our protagonists, whether the season accomplished its goals, and what they hope to see in Season 2. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@th...