The Lorehounds

David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka , the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the visually-stunning lightsaber battles, the internal struggles of Sabine, and the return of an old friend. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you du...

David and John welcome to the podcast David S. Goyer, showrunner of Foundation! They discuss the production of the season, what it takes to adapt such a vast universe of stories, and how the personal lives of writers make their way into the stories they tell. Find David S. Goyer Online: Instagram: @davidsgoyer Website: https://www.davidsgoyer.com/ Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistor...

David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka , the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the training of Sabine, the disorder within the New Republic, and the space battle that has divided the internet. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to y...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the comedy debut of vault Hari, the shocking actions of Tellum, and the possibilities going forward in the last two episodes. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time . They recap the trials of Nynaeve, speculate on the direction of Mat, and compare their impressions of the Seanchan. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers in the first White Tower segment of the season. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com a...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time . They break down the major reveals about Rand's enemies, the politics of the White Tower, and the relationship between Moiraine and Lan. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support...

David and John begin their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time . They discuss the return to Randland with a new actor for Mat, new characters being introduced, and better visual effects. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have...

David and John introduce their 2022 conversation with Dr. Michael Livingston, Professor at The Citadel and author of Origins of the Wheel of Time . They discuss Robert Jordan's favorite sources of mythology to pull from, the differences between Jordan and Tolkien, and their hopes for Season 2. Michael Livingston Links Michael Livingston Website Twitter: @medievalguy Origins of The Wheel of Tim...

David and John begin their coverage of Ahsoka , the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the movie-quality production, the return of the crew of the Ghost, and the mysterious history between Ahsoka and Sabine. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the increasing political tension on Trantor, the suspicions of Salvor, and whether Gaal is the problem. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the competing influence of Hari and Tellem over Gaal, the nature of Hari's existence, and the home world of the Spacers. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the...

David and John lay out their coverage plans for Season 2 of The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime. They discuss the trailers for Season 2, the new scene at the end of Season 1, and more. Then, they bring in Elysia for the inaugural White Tower segment where John and Elysia talk full book spoilers. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get b...

David and John continue their preparation for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+. They discuss the Twilight of the Apprentice and final arcs from Star Wars Rebels , speculate on the timeline placement of the Ahsoka series compared to the epilogue of Rebels , and break down Ahsoka's motivations and allies in the search for Ezra and Thrawn. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Q...

John and Moses continue their journey to the Grand Line with their coverage of the anime pirate adventure, One Piece . They discuss the end of the East Blue Saga covering episodes 31-53. They recap the biggest character development of Nami yet, the seeming divine intervention surrounding Luffy, and the mysterious figure who saves Luffy and Sanji from Smoker. Watch Order Episodes 1-30 Episodes 31-5...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss Empire's memory measuring contest, the introduction of a new faction, and Hari's new acknowledgment of a family member. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on t...

In this spoiler-free intro episode to the second season of Wool-Shift-Dust, Luke and Elysia launch their discussion of their next scifi adaptation analysis project, keeping your ears and brains busy between Silo seasons. We lay out why Dune is such a big frickin' deal, the timeline of adaptations, what we'll be covering, why you should get excited for the lesser-known takes, and basically...

David and John begin their preparation for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+. They discuss the Rogue Jedi and Siege of Mandalore arcs from Star Wars: The Clone Wars , speculate on whether we will see Barriss or Rex in live action, and recap Ahsoka's journey from Jedi, to civilian, to something new. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars...

John, Elysia, and Jean discuss Season Two of the Amazon Prime original series, Good Omens . After giving their general thoughts on the season and their experiences with season one, they break down the biblical stories, the mystery of Gabriel, and what's next for the series. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly H...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss tesseracts and 4-dimensional objects, the Bhagavad Gita, and whether real-world swear words belong in science-fiction. Then, they recap one of the funniest episodes in the series. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at emp...

David and John uncover interplanetary conspiracies and secret marriages in a galaxy far, far away. They provide some production details and general impressions before diving into the courtship of Anakin and Padme, the addition of a clone army, and the introduction of Count Dooku. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send u...

Even when they are out they are in. David, Jean, and Elysia recap the final episode of Marvel's Secret Invasion. The team considers the impact of the show on the MCU overall and inventory all of the superpowers on display in the final fight. Jean talks about some comic book comps and they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to...

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the last part of the third book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, The Farthest Shore. After recapping the plot of the Gerd and Arren's journey to the end of the world and beyond, they discuss the differences between LeGuin and Tolkien's views of death, the ego, and more. Finally, they answer...

David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss two chapters of The Silmarillion , Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor & Of the Darkening of Valinor. As they recap this action-packed set of chapters filled with political intrigue, familial betrayals, and giant spiders, they consider whether Tolkien is using Fëanor as a cautionary tale about creation for himself. Finally, D...

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the appearance of Hober Mallow and his injection of energy into the show, the intentions of Demerzel, and the nature of Hari Seldon's existence. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Sources Doove's Article on Richard Harris Marilyn's Article on Sharing Oxygen Contact Us Questions, comments an...

David, Jean, and Elysia continue to try and make sense of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. The team debates alternate plot ideas, what might have happened with filming and what might be next for the characters coming out of this season. Jean talks about some comic book comps and they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo...