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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...

David and Elysia from The Lore Hounds welcome John and Zach from the Dune Minute Podcast for an in-depth discussion of Dune: Prophecy. The episode starts spoiler-free for those just interested in the season so far. After a warning the conversation then delves deeper into a detailed analysis, exploring theories about Desmond Hart, debating the show's portrayal of the Voice, examining potential...

David and Elysia dive deep into the complex dynamics of the Harkonnen sisters through extensive flashbacks, examining their relationship and pivotal moments that shaped them. They analyze the show's portrayal of truth, loyalty, and sacrifice while exploring key themes around identity and institutional power. The hosts discuss the visual and production elements while raising questions about som...

David and Elysia dive into listener theories and reactions to episode two, exploring fan speculation about Desmond Hart's true nature and the show's deeper connections to Dune lore. The hosts address questions about the Bene Tleilax, genetic memory mechanics, and potential links to the upcoming Dune: Messiah film adaptation. Special attention is given to discussions of artificial intellige...

David and Elysia discuss the HBO series' second episode, examining the aftermath of Sister Kasha's death and its implications for both the Sisterhood and the Imperial Court. They explore the mysterious abilities of prisoner Desmond Hart, delve into key themes around power and truth, and analyze Sister Lila's harrowing experience with the Agony ritual. Since the episode ran long they wi...

David introduces Mark and Nicole's episode about Depeche Mode's 1990 hit, "Enjoy the Silence," from the Lorehounds Affiliate Never Mind The Music podcast. He discusses how their unique approach to music analysis aligns with the Lorehounds' style of looking beneath the surface, highlighting their exploration of musical theory and human psychology. While Mark breaks down how the...

David and Elysia analyze the HBO series premiere of Dune: Prophecy, exploring the complex dynamics between the Harkonnen sisters and the early formation of the Bene Gesserit. They examine the show's political intrigue, religious themes, and potential connections to the wider Dune universe. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: dune@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Dis...

Historian Nate Ledbetter joins hosts David and Elysia to continue their analysis of Pachinko, focusing on the post-earthquake era through World War II. They explore how war transforms social hierarchies, examine the complex relationships between characters, and discuss the historical context of the Nagasaki bombing. Part 3 will continue the conversation and include listener feedback. The hosts are...

David and Elysia are briefly joined John and Jean for the first part of the episode to discuss The Penguin 's powerful season finale. They explore the show's brilliant character work, particularly Colin Farrell's transformation into Oz Cobblepot and Cristin Milioti's standout performance as Sofia Falcone. The hosts analyze the dark trajectory of Oswald's character through his r...

David and Elysia are joined by special guest Nate Ledbetter, a Japanese history expert and Princeton PhD candidate, to explore Season 1 of Pachinko. They discuss the show's unique approach to bilingual storytelling, examine the historical context of 1920s-30s Korean-Japanese relations, and break down key character arcs including Sunja's journey from Korea to Japan. Nate provides valuable i...

David and Elysia introduce their coverage plans for the upcoming HBO Original Series, Dune: Prophecy, premiering on HBO, November 17, 2024. They discuss the show's setting 10,000 years before the Denis Villeneuve Dune films, during the formation of the Bene Gesserit and the early Imperium era. They break down key characters including the Harkonnen sisters and explore the complex political land...

John and Jean dive into DC's All-In Comic Event. The multiverse is sealed, and Darkseid is more powerful than ever. In his new Absolute Universe, heroes are underdogs. Will it be enough? Comics Recapped DC All-In Special #1 Absolute Batman #1 Absolute Wonder Woman #1 Absolute Superman #1 Get in Touch ComicsVS@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliate...

Jean and Elysia field questions and final thoughts from the Lorehounds community on the final two episodes of Agatha All Along (season 1) and the season as a whole. From what we know about the season's alternative endings to who we think Nicky's dad is and why. Watch out for the season wrap-up game episode releasing in a few days! Share your own thoughts:   mcu@thelorehounds.com Links to P...

Elysia and Jean debate the relativity of Agatha's villainy, Nicky's origin story, and where we'll see all these characters next in their recap and breakdown of the last two episodes of Agatha All Along – episode 8: "Follow Me My Friend to Glory at the End" and episode 9: "Maiden Mother Crone." Watch out for a separate mailbag episode to drop in a couple days! Jac Schaef...

John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of Maeglin, the eighteenth story in The Silmarillion . They discuss the dark elf Eöl, the family dynamics of Gondolin, and some sensitive topics that rarely come up in the writings of Tolkien. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affilia...

David and Elysia discuss episodes 4, 5 & 6 of The Penguin, on HBO Max. They breakdown the character arcs for Sofia, Vic and Oswald. Jean will be back for the final podcast covering episodes 7 & after they have aired. *Note: There was a technical error on David’s mic which affected the audio quality of his recording. The issue was identified and fixed after the fact. Apologies.  Get in Touc...

In case you missed it, Marilyn delivered a lovely paper on The Double-Edged Chisel: The Perilous Knowledge of Creativity  at Signum University's New England Moot! Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Find More Information on Signum University's Moots Here Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/...