Epic Saga Society

Join the SOCIETY as they visit the MCU and look at the first four episodes of Marvel's animated hit anthology What If? Carlos and Calvin discuss their favorites characters, episodes, and storylines and ask hard-hitting questions like: Will Agatha face the other Celestials? Will Obadiah Staine ever be a good guy? Do ducks and humans go together? This episode contains SPOILERS for the What If series...

Join the SOCIETY as hosts Carlos and Calvin delve into the final episode of Dune Prophecy Season 1. They discuss the emotional conflicts faced by characters, the implications of the Sisterhood's actions, and the mechanics of the Voice. The conversation highlights the themes of betrayal, ancestral connections, and the weight of power, culminating in an analysis of the episode's climactic moments. T...

Join the SOCIETY for the penultimate episode of Dune: Prophecy. Carlos and Calvin discuss whether the enigmatic Desmond Hart is really a thinking machine and the fallout of the realizations from the previous episode. This episode will contain spoilers for Dune Part 1 and 2 and the Dune book by Frank Herbert.

Join the SOCIETY as they delve into the fourth episode of Dune, titled 'Twice Born.' They explore the intricate political maneuvers of Valya, the dynamics within the Sisterhood, and the implications of the High Council's decisions. In this episode, Carlos and Calvin also discuss memorable scenes, character developments, and the implications of AI technology.

Join the SOCIETY as they discuss the third episode of Dune Prophecy. Carlos and Calvin discover the backstory of the Reverend Mother sister duo Valya and Tula. They ask debate whether corrupt systems should be destroyed or corrected, what is the "lie" the Atreides told, and just how psycho is Tula?

Join the Society as they delve into the SECOND episode of HBO's Dune Prophecy. They explore the intricate power dynamics among characters like Valya Harkonnen, Desmond Hart, and Kieran Atreides, while also discussing the implications of the Spice Agony and the Sisterhood's manipulations. They explore the implications of hallucinations and generational trauma, the struggles for power among the char...

Join the Society as they venture into the FIRST episode of HBO's Dune: Prophecy. Carlos and Calvin discuss the lead-up to the Butlerian Jihad, question why the Harkonnen's are always the bad guys, and whether Desmond Hart is a savior or a cylon.

Join the SOCIETY as they once again enter Frank Herbert's Dune Universe to review Dune Part Two in preparation for the upcoming TV series Dune Prophecy. Carlos and Calvin discuss the intense battle for Arrakis, the role of the Bene Gesserit, and the complexities of Paul Atreides' identity. The duo shares their favorite scenes, highlighting character development and cinematic techniques, and conclu...

Join the SOCIETY as they enter Frank Herbert's Dune universe: a sci-fi world of prophecy, political intrigue, and religious manipulation. Carlos and Calvin review Denis Villeneuve's Dune Part One, and discuss the millennia-long eugenics project of the Bene Gesserit, the reclusive nature of the Space Guild, and what could have been if the emperor wasn't so jealous. SPOILERS: this episode has spoile...

In this episode of Epic Saga Society, Calvin and Carlos review Season 2 of The Rings of Power. They share their overall thoughts on the season, discuss their favorite scenes, and explore surprising elements of the season. They attempt to tackle the philosophical question of whether orcs have souls, drawing on lore from Tolkien's works to analyze the nature of orcs, their origins, and their ultimat...

On this bonus episode of the Epic Saga Society, Carlos and Calvin pay their respects to James Earl Jones and Maggie Smith, and discuss their impact on Star Wars and Harry Potter universes, respectively.

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin politely discuss the final episode of Rings of Power Season 2, even though they're on opposite sides of the Miriel/Pharazon debate. They provide context for the Balrogs, continue their exploration of the Annatar and Celebrimbor relationship, and wonder why Sauron is so obsessed with Galadriel. After a bad interaction with the Palantir, they reflect on the season...

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin delve into the penultimate episode of Rings of Power Season 2, exploring the intricate dynamics between Celebrimbor and Annatar, the dark nature of Sauron, and the intense battles for Eregion. They reflect on the portrayal of elves and orcs in the series, while also discussing the fate of key characters and the implications of Sauron's manipulation.

In this episode of Epic Saga Society, Carlos and Calvin delve into of Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 6. They explore the manipulation of Celebrimbor by Sauron, the political dynamics in Numenor, and the implications of Adar's alliance with Galadriel.

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin discuss episode 5 of Rings of Power S2. They discuss the Dwarven Rings of Power, exploring their significance and the corruption they bring. They also discuss the political intrigue in Numenor, the concept of the unseen world, and Sauron's manipulative tactics. The episode concludes with a reflection on the emotional weight of Valandil's death and the ove...

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin discuss episode four of the Rings of Power S2. They recap the first live-action appearance of Tom Bombadil, gush over the Ents and Entwives, and touch on the type of magic that exists in the LOTR universe.

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin discuss episode three of Rings of Power S2. They start by recapping the episode, including Isildur's encounter with a spider lair and the funeral of the Numenorean king. They then delve into the controversial topic of orc breeding and whether orcs have souls. They also analyze the interactions between Durin, Dissa, and Celebrimbor, as well as the deceitful ac...

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin discuss episode two of Rings of Power S2. They cover various plot points, including the earthquake in Khazad-dum, Galadriel's vision, the blue wizards, and the disagreement between Galadriel and Elrond regarding the use of the rings of power. They also talk about the wizards, known as the Istari, and their origins and roles in Middle-earth.

In this episode, Carlos and Calvin review the first episode of Rings of Power S2. They geek out over Cirdan the Shipwright, lament the possibility that the Stranger is Gandalf, and wonder why Galadriel even deserves a ring. Later they look into the Palantir to find out more about the First Age War of Wrath.

Carlos and Calvin discuss the FINAL episode of season 2 of House of the Dragon and what comes next in season 3. Will we see the Battle of the Gullet? Will Rhaenyra take her dragons to King's Landing? And where the heck is Nettles?????

Carlos and Calvin discuss the penultimate episode of the House of the Dragon, whether any bastards made it out of that dragon den, and what common folk riding dragons means for the power structure of Westeros.

Carlos and Calvin discuss Rhaenyra's love life, Daemon's intentions, and how Mysaria maintains an intelligence network.

Carlos and Calvin discuss Larys' intentions, Daemon's love of kinslaying, and Aemond stepping up Machiavelli style.

Carlos and Calvin discuss the incredible dragon battle over Rook's Rest, Rhaenys as the woman for all of us, and Martin's love of Sesame Street.

Carlos and Calvin discuss bad blood, Rhaenyra's marital issues, and Daemon tripping out.