The Strange Harbors Podcast

The first Verger saga comes to a close in the penultimate episodes of Hannibal's second season, with Jack and Will's trap for Hannibal ready to be sprung. What happened to Freddie Lounds? Will Alana forgive all the betrayals coming her way? We discuss this and more before the killer season finale next week.

Robot bears and pigs in suits! We're nearing the end of Hannibal's second season, and Will Graham is playing a dangerous game. Can he bait the Chesapeake Ripper, or will he succumb to his newfound darkness? Join Derek, Jeff, and Amir as they discuss these two wild episodes.

This week, it's just Jeff and Amir as they discuss a bit of real world news before the regular Hannibal talk. More than half way into the second season, the show has wrapped one of its best arcs, and set a  new status quo. Tune in to find out what we thought of all the new developments and the new direction the series is taking.

The tides are turning in Hannibal's second season. One of the series' most memorable tableaus is finally here, and the power begins to shift away from the inimitable Dr. Lecter. What other nasty twists does Hannibal have in store for us? Tune in and find out!

This week, The Hannibal Files is thrown into chaos. Will's murder trial! More Hannibal Lecter shenanigans! Two mysterious killers-of-the-week, and Beverly's investigation heats up. There's lots to talk about, so strap in and listen up!

After taking a break to talk about a few things decidedly NOT Hannibal-related, Derek, Jeff, and Amir are now back to cover the second season of Bryan Fuller's Hannibal. Springboarding from a shocking cold open, Season 2 starts with propulsive momentum. What's the new status quo? Who's the new killer of the week? We discuss all this and more in this week's episode. 

We've wrapped up our recaps and discussions for the first season of Bryan Fuller's Hannibal, so it seems like the perfect place to take a one week break, and talk about a few things that are decidedly NOT Hannibal. This week, Derek, Jeff, and Amir take the opportunity to talk about some of the films and shows that they've been watching. What's worth your time? What isn't? Tune in and find out!

The first season of Hannibal ends with a bang as we discuss what's to be done with Will Graham and the first 12 episodes as a whole. With Will on the hook for Abigail's grisly fate at the end of the last episode, the show pulls the rug out and deploys a fascinating reversal of roles. What did we think of "Savoureux?" Tune in and find out.

Shocker after shocker as Hannibal barrels towards its first season endgame. The final two episodes before the finale, Join Derek, Jeff, and Amir as they discuss the developments of "Rôti" and "Relevés." Abigail Hobbs takes center stage once again as Will Graham continues to spiral out of control. What did we think of Hannibal's wicked actions this week? Tune in and find out!

As we enter the final stretch of episodes of Hannibal's first season, we have two quieter, table-setting episodes in "Trou Normand" and "Buffet Froid." Will Graham spirals out of control, as Hannibal begins plotting his endgame for the season. Abigail Hobbs returns, and a new character, Georgia Madchen, enters the game. What did we think of these two episodes? Tune in and find out!

As we pass the midpoint of Hannibal's first season, we get two fun, action-packed episodes focused mostly on our favorite cannibal serial killer, Dr. Lecter. In this latest episode of The Hannibal Files, Derek, Jeff, and Amir discuss some fascinating production notes, the introduction of some great characters, and the themes of friendship.

This week, Hannibal makes the leap from good television to must-see classic as we discuss episodes 5 and 6 of the show's first season, titled "Coquilles" and "Entrée," respectively. We talk about another disposable killer-of-the-week episode elevated by some beautiful thematic work, plus the big turning point of the season. What did Derek, Jeff, and Amir think of the episodes? Tune in and find out...

Continuing our journey with Bryan Fuller's Hannibal, now streaming on Netflix, we discuss episodes 3 and 4 of the first season, titled Potage and Oeuf. Following two appetizer courses, Hannibal throws us right into the deep end. Tune in as Derek, Amir, and Jeff dive deep into Hannibal's main course - the introduction of key player Abigail Hobbs, and the theme of family.  

Our journey through Bryan Fuller's Hannibal starts here! Whether you're a new fan tuning in on Netflix, or a diehard veteran revisiting the series, this is the perfect place to get your fix of Hannibal discussions. This week, join Amir, Derek, and Jeff as they talk about the first two episodes of the first season, titled "Apéritif" and "Amuse Bouche." This is a spoiler filled discussion, so if you...

Before we get into the nitty gritty with Bryan Fuller's Hannibal television series, we talk about Jonathan Demme's indelible 1991 film, The Silence of the Lambs. A dark horse horror film that unexpectedly swept the Oscars that year, The Silence of the Lambs is a classic that is undeniable with its influence. 29 years later, how does it hold up? And how does it compare to NBC's television series? J...

As we start The Strange Harbors Podcast's third season, we're returning to our roots of a series-centric format. What started with HBO's Watchmen now continues with NBC's Hannibal - welcome to The Hannibal Files: A Strange Harbors Podcast. Join us on a dark new journey as we dive deep into the mythology of Hannibal Lecter, Will Graham, and Bryan Fuller’s gross and gorgeous world adapted from the T...