The Lorehounds

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...

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...