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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss Empire's memory measuring contest, the introduction of a new faction, and Hari's new acknowledgment of a family member. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on t...

In this spoiler-free intro episode to the second season of Wool-Shift-Dust, Luke and Elysia launch their discussion of their next scifi adaptation analysis project, keeping your ears and brains busy between Silo seasons. We lay out why Dune is such a big frickin' deal, the timeline of adaptations, what we'll be covering, why you should get excited for the lesser-known takes, and basically...

David and John begin their preparation for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+. They discuss the Rogue Jedi and Siege of Mandalore arcs from Star Wars: The Clone Wars , speculate on whether we will see Barriss or Rex in live action, and recap Ahsoka's journey from Jedi, to civilian, to something new. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars...

John, Elysia, and Jean discuss Season Two of the Amazon Prime original series, Good Omens . After giving their general thoughts on the season and their experiences with season one, they break down the biblical stories, the mystery of Gabriel, and what's next for the series. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly H...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss tesseracts and 4-dimensional objects, the Bhagavad Gita, and whether real-world swear words belong in science-fiction. Then, they recap one of the funniest episodes in the series. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at emp...

David and John uncover interplanetary conspiracies and secret marriages in a galaxy far, far away. They provide some production details and general impressions before diving into the courtship of Anakin and Padme, the addition of a clone army, and the introduction of Count Dooku. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send u...

Even when they are out they are in. David, Jean, and Elysia recap the final episode of Marvel's Secret Invasion. The team considers the impact of the show on the MCU overall and inventory all of the superpowers on display in the final fight. Jean talks about some comic book comps and they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to...

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the last part of the third book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, The Farthest Shore. After recapping the plot of the Gerd and Arren's journey to the end of the world and beyond, they discuss the differences between LeGuin and Tolkien's views of death, the ego, and more. Finally, they answer...

David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss two chapters of The Silmarillion , Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor & Of the Darkening of Valinor. As they recap this action-packed set of chapters filled with political intrigue, familial betrayals, and giant spiders, they consider whether Tolkien is using Fëanor as a cautionary tale about creation for himself. Finally, D...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the appearance of Hober Mallow and his injection of energy into the show, the intentions of Demerzel, and the nature of Hari Seldon's existence. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Sources Doove's Article on Richard Harris Marilyn's Article on Sharing Oxygen Contact Us Questions, comments an...

David, Jean, and Elysia continue to try and make sense of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. The team debates alternate plot ideas, what might have happened with filming and what might be next for the characters coming out of this season. Jean talks about some comic book comps and they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo...

Silo's first season may be over on Apple TV+, but we're not ready to let go just yet! For one final episode to wrap up the season, Elysia and Luke call in John, David, and Jean of The Lorehounds to hand out awards for everything from the best episode to the best prop of the season. Expect more sounds, more silliness, but takes as deep as ever in our final first season wrap-up party. This e...

John and Brandon discuss Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order , the 2019 Star Wars canon video game from Respawn Entertainment. After giving their spoiler-free thoughts on the game and its place in the Star Wars universe, they give a full recap of the gameplay, plot, and characters in this imperial era adventure. Find Brandon Online Twitter: @BrandonTheBard Time To Explain: A Destiny Podcast Contact Us Qu...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the return of Hari Selden to the outside world, the religious arm of the Foundation, the appearance of the mule, and Empire's courtship of Dominion. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Prop...

David and John begin their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the production value of the show and their expectations for Season 2 after a mixed-bag Season 1. Then, they do a scene-by-scene recap of Empire's naked fight scene and impending provisional marriage, Gaal and Salvor's awkward relationship, and Seldon's struggle to piece his mind together. Listen to...

David, Jean, and Elysia continue their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. The team debates the quality of the season overall, whether Nick Fury is a jerk, and who the Skrulls are as a people. Then, Jean launches into his defense of superhero movies. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast...

David and Anthony discuss the latest Wes Anderson film, Asteroid City. After discussing their personal Wes Anderson histories, they dive into the themes, production, and wacky plot of the movie. Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at l...

It's been one year since the release of the first episode of the Lorehounds Podcast. We're incredibly grateful to you, our listeners. So, we've decided to release the interview portion of our latest episode of Second Breakfast for the public. We chat with our network affiliates, contributors, and friends about what podcasting means to them. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shif...

David, Jean, and Elysia continue their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. After recapping an implausible submarine sequence and debating the relevance of an out-of-network Nick Fury David, Jean and Elysia discuss connections with the comics and speculate on what is coming next. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to M...

David and John discuss Season Two of the FX on Hulu original series, The Bear . After giving their general thoughts on the season and their experiences with season one, they break down the first half of the season. Then, they focus in on the episodes Fishes, Forks, and Friends and Family. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast...

David, Jean, and Elysia continue their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. After recapping the meeting of the council of Skrulls, the struggles of Nick Fury, and the masterful acting of Olivia Colman, David, Jean and Elysia discuss connections with the comics and speculate on what is coming next. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV P...

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the first five chapters of the third book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, The Farthest Shore. After recapping the plot of the book's introduction, they discuss the traces of Daoism, patriarchy, and Vietnam War-era politics in the story. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Marilyn's Web...

David, Jean, and Elysia begin their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. After giving some background on the Skrulls, the MCU political landscape, and some of the characters in the show, they recap the plotlines of all the major characters. Finally, Jean presents his Comics Corner. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Contact U...

David and John are joined by Maester Anthony from the Properly Howard Podcast to discuss Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor. Anthony shares his experience with Tolkien and the Silmarillion before the three dive into Melkor's petition for pardon, Nienna's mercy, and Fëanor's pride. Finally, David and John answer listener feedback. Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly How...

David and John go back to the beginning in a galaxy far, far away. They provide some production details and general impressions before diving into the origin story of Anakin Skywalker, maybe Vader someday later. Finally, they answer listener feedback. 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 du...