The Lorehounds

After giving their spoiler-free hot takes on the 4th Captain American movie – Brave New World – and talking through some of the production drama, Jean and Elysia break down the highlights, and also what's missing. Why are so many saying they can't connect with this movie, and why shouldn't we worry about what's next anyway? Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to:  m cu@th...

Mark from the Academy of Death Racers and Rambling Cinema joins Elysia to talk about what she considers three of the most important Oscar categories: International Films (formerly Films Not in the English Language) and the two writing awards – Adapted and Original Screenplay. Avoiding spoilers for those who haven't seen the movies, they talk through what makes or breaks these 15 films, which i...

To talk about one of her favorite categories of every Oscar race, this year's five emotional Live-Action Shorts nominees, Elysia brings in Katherine Oktober Matthews, the inventer of a tool called the Emotion Mixer – a framework for breaking down the rich palate of emotional storytelling. They'll give you the premise of each short and also how it will make you feel, so you can decide which...

Documentary Editor Rebecca June Lane joins Elysia to talk through what makes a good documentary in general, and what in particular makes this year's crop of Documentary Feature and Documentary Short nominees good. You'll walk away with an overview of what exactly is nominated and why, what's likely to win, and which films you might want to add to your own watchlist. Links referenced in...

David welcomes Mark and Nicole from Nevermind the Music to discuss Questlove's groundbreaking documentary on Saturday Night Live's musical legacy. Together they explore the documentary's stunning opening medley, the show's role as a cultural signal booster, and how SNL revolutionized live music on television. This preview episode features highlights from their conversation about SN...

Note: This podcast begins with a spoiler-free review for those who have not yet seen the film. Marilyn (student and teacher of ritual), Anthony (religious studies professor), David (cinematography aficionado), and Elysia (walking BTS reel) team up to select the next pope – or at least to dive into all the philosophy, politics, and fantastic filmmaking of Conclave , the 8x-Oscar-nominated movie all...

Elysia and John break down the first full trailer for Season 3 of The Wheel of Time  on Prime Video. They discuss their hopes for the season with full book spoilers. Links Referenced: Teaser , New Trailer , Mat Promo Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass Wheel of Time Season Pass Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: wot@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Networ...

Mark joins Elysia for a Nevermind the Oscars crossover event to discuss the Best Original Score and Best Original Song nominees at the 2025 Oscars. Expect many music clips and much analysis, and to walk away with a new appreciation for Diane Warren and musicians who destroy pianos. Links referenced in the ep: Nevermind the Music: "Defying Gravity" Playing the Cristal Baschet ( Conclave ) M...

David and John return to a galaxy far, far away to resume the Star Wars Film Fest : their series discussing each main Star Wars film in order. They talk about what the original Star Wars  movie meant to them and their generations, the changes George Lucas brought to his later updates, and the impact Star Wars  has had on the greater science fiction community. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord,...

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...