The Lorehounds

With the help of guests Dina and Hauvery (and Aki via voicemail), Elysia tries to wade through the sea of controversy surrounding 13x-Oscar-nominated film Emilia Pérez – turning to these Mexican and trans filmmakers and fans to guide her through the ins and outs and inside perspectives of the escalating drama. Find Dina (@unglobitoazul)  and Hauvery (@ehauvery)  on IG Hauvery's Emilia Pérez ar...

Benoit Berthe Siward of Animation Showcase joins Elysia to talk through 6 of the 10 Oscar nominations in the Animated Feature and Animated Shorts categories, while also offering insights into the Oscar campaigning process. But first, Elysia enlists the help of community members to talk about the other four feature nominees – which films are worth your time, and why, and which are most likely to wi...

Jean and Elysia recap what we learned about the "monsters" of Creature Commandos season 1, this season's pros and cons, and what it's set up for season 2. But first, we talk about that Superman trailer, and what else is coming soon to the DU. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email...

Elysia sits down with David to talk through the coverage plans for this year's Oscars prep series – with this year's more condensed Oscars timeline, expect a blitz of content coming your way, in a new format! Coming next – Animated Features & Shorts (w/ Benoit from Animation Showcase) The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nom...

Get prepped for the year 2025 in Marvel with Jean and Elysia as they talk through what's coming, their hype levels, and what they're most looking forward to for: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man , Captain America: Brave New World , Daredevil: Born Again, Thunderbolts* , Ironheart , The Fantastic Four: First Steps , Eyes of Wakanda , Marvel Zombies , and Wonder Man . Contact Us Questio...

Once upon a Witches' Road, 8(!) Lorehounds got together to look back on Agatha All Along and ask: which witch is which of us? Join Elysia's podcast birthday party and play along with these 11 questions to find out which witch you are – and reminisce with us about the highlights of the season as we form our own Lorehounds coven. Find the questions here Here are the color-coded answers Here...

Elysia, John, and Jean head to a fictional Germany to recap Nosferatu , the 2024 remake of a horror classic reimagined by Robert Eggers. After a whirlwind tour through the history of Nosferatu stories, they discuss the new film's gothic horror setting, the masterful pacing, acting, and visuals, and the dark themes of this masterpiece of horror. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our...

John and Marilyn recap the last four episodes of the new Star Wars limited series,  Skeleton Crew . They discuss the morality of Jod, the growth of the smaller protagonists, and a finale sure to leave Star Wars fans satisfied. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at ...

David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for $5 Severance Season Pass Links to Patreon, Superc...

Jean and Elysia say goodbye to Marvel's animated series What If...? with a deep dive into the final season – starting with their spoiler-free reactions, and then talking through each episode with recaps and key Easter eggs. (Find out how Jean handles the birds and the bees talk when it turns into the ducks and the Darcys.) Our coverage of previous seasons: What If...? season 1 What If...? seas...

David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Conta...

John and Marilyn recap the last four episodes of the new Star Wars limited series, Skeleton Crew . They discuss the morality of Jod, the growth of the smaller protagonists, and a finale sure to leave Star Wars fans satisfied. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at st...

John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Coming of Men into the West, the nineteenth story in The Silmarillion . They discuss the migration of men into and within Beleriand, the friendship of Fingolfin, and the great houses of the Edain. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Netw...

Elysia, Marilyn, and Nichole defy you not to enjoy this very likable musical – now the highest grossing movie musical in history! They open with a spoiler-free first act to set the stage with the history behind the movie and their spoiler-free reviews, before jumping into the Wicked: Part I movie spoilers (00:42:07) – including comparisons with the equivalent parts of the stage musical and book it...

Jean and Elysia are on the mics for their first 'Versus match-up, pitting Joker from DC comics head to head against Madcap from Marvel (00:37:00) – which insane clown that definitely can't keep a posse will come out on top? Or, with these two characters, will it all go awry? But first they talk about the second Todd Phillips Joker movie, Joker: Folie à Deux – is the hate overhyped? What&#3...

The cohosts and affiliates are back to give rank their top shows of 2024. With interviews by David and John and even a fully-produced Nevermind the Music episode, there are plenty of takes in this bonus episode. Don't forget to listen to Part 1 of the rankings for Elysia, David, and John's takes on the year, as well as community rankings. See the Community Results Compiled by Gregsaw Loreh...

Elysia and John recap this year's Doctor Who  Christmas special. It's the first Christmas special of the 15th Doctor's era without onboarding, and we're here to celebrate Nicola Coughlan's performance, Ncuti Gatwa's emoting skills, and a very on-theme Christmas episode. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore...

David, John, and Elysia rank their favorite shows of 2024. With last minute adjustments, extra categories, and vigorous debate, the Lorehounds share their definitive lists for the year. We also hear from the community via a ranked-choice poll. And don't forget to come back tomorrow for Part 2 of the rankings featuring our cohosts and affiliates. See the Community Results Compiled by Gregsaw Lo...

David and Elysia examine the season finale of Dune: Prophecy. They discuss the revelation of mysterious technologies controlling Desmond, and the major power shifts within the Imperium as multiple factions vie for control. Watch for two upcoming episodes: a listener feedback discussion and a deep-lore crossover with the Dune Minute Podcast. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: dune@th...

The Lorehounds gather the Christmas Avengers, Elysia, John, David, Maia, and Anna Claus, to close out the season with a discussion of two of the latest additions to Netflix's growing Christmas multiverse. They start off with the lighthearted movie about if Frosty was a hunk, Hot Frosty . Then, they meet the other Mean Girls  alumni, Lindsay Lohan, for a trip down awkward lane in the holiday dr...

John and Marilyn discuss the first four episodes of the new Star Wars limited series, Skeleton Crew . They discuss the rise of the Star Wars  suburb, the impressive acting of a young cast, and a galaxy-wide conspiracy that the space Goonies  are here to solve. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or though...

David and Elysia break down the penultimate episode of Dune: Prophecy's first season. As revelations about Desmond's true heritage emerge and Constantine receives a surprising promotion, the hosts explore the episode's complex political machinations, mysterious technologies, and growing religious tensions. Special attention is paid to the introduction of Sister Francesca and the implic...

Historian Nate Ledbetter joins hosts David and Elysia to finish-up their analysis of Pachinko. They complete their discussion of the rest of the story from Season 2 and then consider listener feedback. The hosts are also considering organizing a book club to read Min Jin Lee's novel that inspired the series. Stay tuned for more details. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehou...

David and Elysia examine episode four of HBO's Dune: Prophecy. The haunting visions plaguing the Sisterhood's acolytes on Wallach 9 point to a reckoning on the horizon, while political machinations at the Landsrad High Council meeting reach a shocking climax. Desmond Hart's mysterious powers and true nature raise more questions, as Theodosa's hidden talents are finally revealed. Co...

David is joined by special guest Ian Whittington from Captain's Pod: A Star Trek Companion  podcast to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979). They explore the film's groundbreaking visual effects, complex production history, and critical place in Star Trek franchise history. The hosts share their personal connections to the film before diving into an epic r...