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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 ranking and discussion of all six original Star Trek films.

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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 connections to the Golden Path, and sharing predictions for the remaining episodes.

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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 some of the adaptation choices from the source material.

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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 intelligence in the Dune universe and debates around the show's portrayal of technology 10,000 years before the original saga.

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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 will answer listener feedback in a separate podcast that will be released in the next couple of days.

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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 song's chords and guitar riff interconnect, Nicole explores introversion and extroversion's role in shaping personality. David shares his personal connection to the song while emphasizing the podcast's ability to engage listeners regardless of their familiarity with the featured music.

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Featured Music

• Depeche Mode - "Enjoy the Silence"
• Adele - "Someone Like You"
• Sponge - "Molly"

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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.

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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 also considering organizing a book club to read Min Jin Lee's novel that inspired the series. Stay tuned for more details.

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 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 relationships with Victor, his mother Frances, and the haunting decision that cements his villain status in Gotham City.

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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 insights into the cultural and historical authenticity of the series, from regional accents to significant historical events like the 1923 Great Kant� earthquake.

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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 landscape of this pivotal time in the Dune universe.

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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

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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. 

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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!

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A haunted greeting to all! Elysia leads David & John through a Spooktober showdown between the original Halloween classic, Poltergeist (1982), and its 2015 remake. Two families, two psychic ringers, and more face off while the Lorehounds decide the official winner of this ghostly-horror battle. Join us on Patreon & Supercast with the links below for a bonus episode about the two sequels to the original movie.

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Jean and Elysia are joined by David for an emotional discussion of this week's deeply moving look at the life of Lilia, after which Elysia and Jean nerd out about the reveal of Rio's identity (00:33:31) and break down the episode scene by scene and tarot spread by tarot spread (00:48:32) and check in on the latest thoughts and theories from listeners (01:42:24).

Side-by-side visual comparison of Agatha All Along tarot cards & matching scenes.

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With Teen's full backstory revealed, Elysia and Jean make sure none of the exquisite, heart-breaking details passed you by – including all the clues in his room, in the past and now, and telling Easter eggs from his research into Agatha – following an unexpected character cameo. How do the pieces of all these witches' ("possessive plural") lives fit together, how real is Rio, and what excuse will Elysia find to shoehorn in a Man-Thing mention? All is answered within.

Is this song a message from Wanda?

"There's a Road" by Kinney

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David, John, and Marilyn wrap up Season 2 of The Rings of Power with a supersized mailbag episode.

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Jean and Elysia break down THAT big reveal, plus all the other newest hints and revelations in episode 5 of Agatha All Along: "Darkest Hour, Wake Thy Power" – where more than one character tapped into new sources of power, for better (heksenbezen across the moon!) or worse (oh, Agatha...).

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David, John, and Marilyn are joined by Mark from Nevermind the Music to talk all things Rings of Power Season 2! They start off with their overall thoughts before playing a musical game show. Then, they talk deep lore with the help of listener feedback.

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David, Elysia and Jean review episodes 2 & 3 of the HBO Limited series, The Penguin as part of the Lorehounds coverage of the DCUniverse. They focus on the characters of Oz, Vic and Sofia. 

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This is the final podcast in the special project covering the 45th anniversary of Alien (1979) and the release of Alien: Romulus (2024). In this podcast, David spoke with several subscribers from the Lorehounds community, including Loremaster Doove71 as well as Lorefounder Shayne and Lorehounder & Server Booster Dork of the Ninjas. Ayesha from the Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever* podcast starts the podcast off with a voicemail with her reactions to the movie.

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Alien 45th Anniversary + Romulus Podcast Series

• Alien: Romulus (2024) - Trailer Reaction & Coverage Preview
• Alien (1979) 45th Anniversary
• Alien (1979): The history & cultural impact, w/ Roger Luckharst & Jason Eberle
• Oneshot - Alien: Romulus (2024)
• Alien: Romulus (2024) - Community Reactions

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Jean and Elysia are joined by Nichole from Nevermind the Music to peel back the many layers of episode 4 of Agatha All Along – "If I Can't Reach You, Let My Song Teach You."

Nichole taps into her inner Psychology professor to talk us through generational trauma and epigenetics, while Elysia and Jean touch on Wiccan deities, Hoodoo, the historical significance of Black midwives, the state of vampires in Marvel comics, and the witchy 1977 movie that inspired this week's episode.

All that and more in this long, deep look at one of the simultaneously funniest and most emotional shows on television right now.

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The Ultimate Review of Rings of Power Season 2 | Four Podcasts, Two Hours

When: October 11th, 2024 at 8pm ET

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Join the The Ultimate Review of Rings of Power Season 2—an epic live stream event featuring hosts from Captain's Pod, Lorehounds, Rings and Rituals, and Lore of the Rings. Together, we’ll dive deep into the highly anticipated Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power with insights, debates, and deep lore knowledge from four passionate Tolkien fans.

• Our packed agenda includes:
• How compelling was the story?
• What characters stood out, and who fell flat? 
• Faithfulness to JRR Tolkien's writings 
• Music & Visuals
• The moments that left us cheering
• What disappointment us the most
• And you! Participate in live polls and submit your questions for a chance to be featured during the event.

Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable deep dive into Rings of Power Season 2. Sign up now to secure your spot!

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 8 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the end of Eregion, the expected and unexpected character deaths, and the reveal of a long-term mystery.

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David and Jean continue make their way down the Witches' Road and encounter the next trial for Agatha All Along, S01E03, titled "Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials." They start with their spoiler free hot takes and then dive into the episode, saving speculation and listener feedback for the end of the pod.

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John and Marilyn answer all your questions about the episodes 5-7 of Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. Is Tom Bombadil the father of hobbits? How does Tolkien really feel about oaths? Keep writing in for one more feedback episode when the season is over.

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 7 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the impossible choice of Durin IV, the will of the Noldor vs the will of Sauron, and the visual quality of this massive fantasy battle.

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Brandon the Bard joins Elysia to relive their love for the original Beetlejuice from 1988 before hashing out everything they feel worked and didn't work about the 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, with musical moments and input from the Lorehounds community.

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David and Jean give their Quick Reactions & Hot Takes for episode 1 of the HBO Limited series, The Penguin as part of the Lorehounds coverage of the DCUniverse. They start off spoiler free and then take a look at the characters of Oswald, Victor and Sofia. 

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Elysia and Jean go deep on the first two episodes of Agatha All Along, the new sequel to WandaVision on Disney+. "Seekest Thou the Road?" They'll point out the musical cues leading you there, and help you keep all the new coven members straight so you can join them in demanding: "Circle Sewn with Fate / Unlock Thy Hidden Gate."

Then they unleash their full comic-book speculation in the final circle of spoilers (01:34:38 – 01:50:02).

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 6 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the growing control of Annatar, a visual spectacle in Númenor, and a kyber crystal search by the Stranger.

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David is joined by Elysia, Jean and Ron Dawson to discuss Alien: Romulus (2024), the latest film to join the Alien Franchise. The crew starts off with their spoiler-free hot takes before taking and break and getting into a detailed, full-spoiler discussion of the movie, and the franchise as a whole. They wrap up by power ranking all the Alien films.

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Elysia and Jean will make sure you have all the information you need to get the most out of Agatha All Along – the new Halloween-themed MCU series about the wicked witch of Westview, premiering on Disney+ on September 18, 2024.

In this sound bite-packed recap of WandaVision and everything else that came before (00:15:49), and primer on the witches of Agatha's new coven (00:51:27), we'll jog your memory on who's what, and give you teases on what to watch out for in the new spin-off. With plenty of comic recaps and recommendations to help you get the most out of this story.

Just watch out for the third circle of spoilers (01:18:21 – 01:23:46) if you don't want to know about the big twist all comic readers now expect!

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 5, Halls of Stone, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the factions arising within Númenor, the complex feelings of Durin the Younger, and the professional manipulations of Annatar.

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In their inaugural DCUniverse episode, Jean and Elysia prep for a new era of DC entertainment by laying the last to rest – via the ultimate power-rankings of two friends with love for the DC world, but often wildly different opinions on their favorite parts of of it (00:16:21).

Then, they turn their focus toward what's to come – from upcoming DC Elseworlds coverage on this pod, to what we know about the shows and films planned so far for the brand new James Gunn / Peter Safran DCU (01:23:21).

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David, John, and Marilyn answer all your questions about the first half of Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. Is Elrond getting too harsh a treatment? Are Sauron's evils coming from good intentions? Did we hear Rufus Wainwright's Tom Bombadil song?

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Calling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.

Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the rest of forever.

Stick around after the chat for a 5-minute preview of Nevermind the Music. And then visit the link below to hear more!

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 4, Eldest, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the introduction of the long-awaited Tom Bombadil, the distrust of Elrond, and a new kind of hobbit.

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 3, The Eagle and the Sceptre, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power  on Prime Video. They discuss the changing politics of Númenor, the past of Isildur, and the desperation of the dwarves.

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 2, Where the Stars are Strange, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the Stranger's search for a name, Celebrimbor's competing motivations, and the self-reflection of Galadriel.

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David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 1, Elven Kings Under the Sky, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss their coverage plans, the beginning of a villain-centric season, and the voice of Gil-galad.

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For this special crossover podcast, David and Ayehsa, from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever, have an in depth conversation about the 1979 blockbuster film Alien, with two academics. Roger Luckhurst is the Geoffrey Tillotson Chair of Nineteenth-Century Studies, School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication at Birkbeck University of London. And, Jason Eberl is the Hubert Mäder Chair in health care ethics, professor of health care ethics and philosophy, and director of the Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics at Saint Louis University. 

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John is joined by Aaron, host of the Lore of the Rings Podcast, to discuss Of the Noldor in Beleriand, the seventeenth portion in The Silmarillion. They discuss the founding of Gondolin and the wrath of Thingol.

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It’s the 45th Anniversary of Alien (1979) and David is joined by Elysia as well as special guest, Ayesha from the Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever podcast. The trio talk about their personal histories with the franchise before diving into their favorite moments from the show.

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David and Marilyn (our favorite Tolkien Scholar) recap Season 1 of The Lord: The Rings of Power in preparation for the start of Season 2. They discuss coverage plans as well as the One Guide and Season Pass options. Then, they break down Season 1 by major story arc coving all the major plot points and key details.

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Elysia and John talk with FULL BOOK SPOILERS about what's they're looking forward to in Season 3 of House of the Dragon before answering spoiler-filled listener feedback.

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David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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Have you seen the biggest R-rated movie in the world yet? John joins Jean and Elysia to jump straight into the spoilers (00:09:27), looking at the highpoints of the film, and the biggest reactions from their theaters – plus John gets some comic recs.

Then Elysia and Jean talk through the big Marvel news out of Comic Con (00:52:11), before jumping back to Deadpool & Wolverine (01:17:13) for a full recap, deep dive into the cameos, and look at how the lore might affect the rest of the MCU going forward.

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Prep for Agatha: All Along with Witches' Road (2016), and get to know Agatha Harkness

Jump back to an origin story, like Ororo: Before the Storm (2022)

Or go down your own rabbit hole with any character that turns your head – perhaps "time-tossed" Apache Demon Rider-Sorcerer Supreme Kushala?

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss Rhaenyra's reunions with her husband and her old friend, Aegon's uncertain future with Larys, and the Game of Thrones tie-in we didn't ask for.

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In this special crossover podcast, David is joined by Ayesha from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever. They discuss the upcoming plans for the two podcasts to collaborate on the 45th anniversary for the original 1979 movie, Alien, as well as the upcoming film, Alien Romulus. They discuss the two trailers that have been released for Romulus and talk about what they are most excited for with this new addition to the franchise.

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David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 7, The Red Sowing, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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David, John, and Marilyn break down the San Diego Comic Con Trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. They go through the teaser shot by shot giving their theories, filling in context from the Tolkien legendarium, and discussing their hopes for Season 2.

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John is joined by Knewbettadobetta, a prolific Tolkien expert popular on Tiktok and Twitter, to discuss Of Beleriand and its Realms, the sixteenth portion in The Silmarillion. They discuss Knewbettadobetta's Tolkien origin story, the geography of Middle-earth in the First Age, and why geography is so essential in Tolkien's works.

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It's an Acolyte end-of-season party! Elysia and John are joined by Marilyn and Jean to talk through the entire season the only way Elysia knows how: in a gameshow format. Which characters, planets, lore, and more will be picked as the best (or sometimes) the worst of the season? What does it mean to be a David Whisperer, and who earns that title? Answers to all of the above and more inside, seasoned with extra laughs.

After you've listened, you'll find the full chart of game results here!

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 7, The Red Sowing, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss Rhaenyra's bold strategy of throwing 100 bastards at Vermithor, Alicent's return to her old wardrobe, and a new fan favorite Lord giving Lyanna Mormont a run for her money.

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John and Elysia answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 6, Smallfolk, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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Elysia and John recap Season 2, Episode 6, Smallfolk, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the new generation of dragonriders, the cruelty of Aemond, and the role of the smallfolk in the war.

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John joins Elysia to talk through not only his thoughts about the finale of The Acolyte, and the season as a whole – but also how the show is being received throughout the community. (And how grateful we all are to have some respectful discourse from fans.) Along the way we discuss everything from the complexities of social work to the pros and cons of that Imri Cantaros theory going around.

(Stay tuned to this feed for a spoiler-filled season wrap-up episode coming soon as well!)

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In the first of two episodes dedicated to dissecting the season finale, Elysia walks you through a recap of everything that happened in "The Acolyte" – episode 8 in the series of the same name – zooming in on key details you might have missed and mining the lore for what it all means. Including, of course, everything you need to know about that creeper in the cave Darth Plagueis.

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David and Elysia answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 5, Regent, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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David is joined by Marilyn for this Oneshot about the amazingly hilarious AppleTV original series, The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin. They start off with their hot takes and then discuss some of the history about the REAL Dick Turpin. After, they discuss each episode in turn and answer some listener feedback.

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 5, Regent, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss a change in Rhaenyra's style, the Haunting of Harrenhal, and a new plan from Jacaerys.

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In part two of our "Choice" breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7, Elysia and John field a full range of feedback, from this episode's biggest fans to (balanced) skeptics, and both your wildest and most grounded theories.

Plus, prompted by your questions, they take a deep dive into the Jedi code and the rules of attachment – ending on the mic drop email of Spoiler Policy-gate.

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David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 4, The Red Dragon and the Gold, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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The Great Hyperspace Disaster, nuna legs, Vergences in the Force – Elysia and John explain it all in their breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7: "Choice." What did we learn from this new perspective on the Brendok witches coven, and what answers does the showrunner tell us to expect in the finale?

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 4, The Red Dragon and the Gold, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss Alicent's guilt-ridden audiences, Daemon's visions, and the beginning of dragon battles.

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Kristina from Vampire Insider joins Elysia to talk about the best show on TV that you might not yet be watching: Interview with the Vampire on AMC+ (and temporarily Netflix, later this year) – beginning with a spoiler-free look at that series for anyone who's still deciding whether or not it's for you.

And then we bite into the highs and heartbreaks of both seasons of the show, and the rest of AMC's Immortal Universe, plus the Vampire Chronicles books by Anne Rice – but we save book-spoiler-based speculation about what might be coming in the confirmed season 3 for a special section at the end. After a few bonus rounds of Bite-Bone-Burn, of course.

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Elysia and John "Teach / Corrupt" extra insight into The Acolyte episode 6 – from everything we know (and have been told by the showrunner) about the Unknown planet to what we should keep in mind about Vernestra's conversation with the alien Senator with the Beastie Boys name.

Plus, more dives, of course – including a unique style of fighting only possible with a lightsaber.

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David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 3, The Burning Mill, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon.

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 3, The Burning Mill, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss chaotic councils, an easy conquest of Harrenhal, and a desperate attempt to avoid war.

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Elysia and John dissect "Night," episode 5 of The Acolyte – a thrilling gut punch of an episode. From secret Sith and secret second blades to the Knights of Ren and our goodbye to saying John's favorite name on the show – unlike Bazil we won't leave you alone in the jungle (of Acolyte analysis).

Trailer-based discussion: 01:17:47 – 01:19:52

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Elysia and Jean help you prep for next month's Deadpool & Wolverine with a big, fat goodbye power-ranking of all 18 films in the Fox Marvel universe (01:04:15) – which ones are worth watching, for D&W cameos or quality, and which are best left to nostalgia?

But before that, they get Jean's reactions to X-Men '97 (00:35:28), his X-Men comic book recommendations (including current issues), and talk through the latest Marvel news (00:06:30), including:

• "The Spider Within" short film

• The Hollywood Reporter's Blade development article

• New Rockstars' What If: Marvel Immersive review

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Elysia and John recap the final episode of Season 1 of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the emotional regression of the Doctor, the redemption of Mel, and the remaining mysteries. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 2, Rhaenyra the Cruel, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the tragedy of the Cargyll twins, the performance of Rhys Ifans, and the trauma of Helaena. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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John is joined by Dr. Anthony LeDonne, host of the Properly Howard and Electric Bookaloo podcasts, and Dr. Chad Carmichael, Professor of Philosophy, to discuss the second half of the chapter Of the Return of the Noldor, the fifteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the Third Battle of Beleriand, the Siege of Angband, and the meaning behind the title of The Silmarillion.

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Elysia and John are back to break down episode 4 of The Acolyte season 1 – “Day.� One calls it half an episode, the other the pivot point in a mirror image. Their scene-by-scene walkthrough picks out telling character moments, the most important lore, the silliest hashtags, and what the actors have said about their motivations in scenes. And then Elysia drops another non-Jedi/Sith Force-user lorebomb, mining Canon and Legends alike for some of the most unusual types of Force users in the galaxy.

Trailer-based discussion: 00:52:17 – 00:55:22

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Elysia and John recap the eighth episode of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the return of a Classic Who villain, the expansion of the Pantheon, and the Doctor's family. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and John recap Season 2, Episode 1, A Son for a Son, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the hypocrisy of the Hightowers, the tragedies of both sides of the family, and Blood and Cheese. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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A flashback episode set 16 years before everything we saw in the first two episodes of The Acolyte offers the beginnings of answers – and Elysia and John mine episode 3: “Destiny� for all possible hints of what happened that night, what we might see next, and lore worth knowing.

But first, fellow Lorehounds host David joins them for a soul-searching opening conversation on the nature of power, parenthood, the place of science in fantasy, and what it means to be a Jedi. 

Trailer-based discussion: 01:36:13 – 01:39:33

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Elysia and John recap the seventh episode of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the introduction of a new fan favorite, the implications of this episode on Doctor Who canon, and the Bridgerton of it all. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and John are joined by Maester Anthony of Electric Bookaloo to preview Season 2 of House of the Dragon.

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We now know who is killing Jedi – so in this deep dive into the second episode of The Acolyte on Disney+ John and Elysia ask why. Is it for “Revenge / Justice�? They break down means and motives, Jecki and Qimir's jokes, Force witches, the relative sussness of all the characters so far, and as always Yord's hair.

The mystery deepens. The wookiee Jedi roars “GET OFF MY LAWN!� Sol shines as a beacon of hope…so far.

Trailer-based discussion: 01:02:39 – 01:08:59

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Step into the High Republic, and learn what kind of jail you need to hold a Sith.

In this TSWCTP-Lorehounds crossover series, Elysia and John break down the new Star Wars series The Acolyte one episode at a time – starting at the beginning: episode 1 – "Lost / Found" – analyzing everything from filmmaking and character development to key Star Wars lore.

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David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 9 & 10, The Green Council & The Black Queen, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the Amazing Race (TM) to Aegon II, the triumphs and tragedies of Rhaenyra, and the smirks of Rhaenys. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David is joined by fellow Lorehound Elysia and Aaron, from the Radioactive Ramblings podcast, to discuss the latest installment to George Miller’s Mad Max franchise – Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024). As always, they start out with their spoiler free hot takes and then, after a short break, move into a full discussion of the movie as well as answering listener feedback.

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Elysia and John recap the sixth episode of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the poignant critiques of modern society, the practical effects-driven monsters, and the pronunciation of Ncuti. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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In back-to-back conversations, Elysia unearths everything Planet of the Apes – starting with a trip down nostalgia lane with David to explore what made the original film series (especially that very first film from 1968) so special, after which Elysia is joined by guest Logan from the Academy of Death Racers to get into the new film series – with a deep dive into especially Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024).

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John and Brandon discuss Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the second entry in a trilogy of remakes from a single game. They share their experiences in the different biomes, their reactions to the twists and turns of the story, and their recommendations on who should play this game.

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David, John, Elysia, and Aaron discuss the busy summer of coverage ahead of us in this silly podcast about future podcasts. They talk about The Boys, House of the Dragon, The Rings of Power, The Acolyte, and more.

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Elysia and John recap the fifth episode of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the brave choice to have a Doctor-light episode so early in the new series, the increasingly magical adventures, and whether the Welsh are welcoming. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 7 & 8, Driftmark & The Lord of the Tides, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss a trade for a dragon, a family dispute, and the beginnings of war. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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Elysia and John recap the fourth episode of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They discuss the return of Steven Moffat, the heavy critiques of religion and capitalism, and the ongoing mysteries of this debut season. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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Elysia and John assemble the X-Men for a recap of the shockingly good debut season of X-Men '97, the latest entry in Disney+'s Marvel pantheon. They discuss their backgrounds on this revival of a '90s classic, the incredible pace of the show, and the character moments that keep us teary-eyed. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 5 & 6, We Light the Way & The Princess and the Queen, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss an eventful wedding, the priorities of Corlys Velaryon, and the guiding principles behind Alicent. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David, John, and Marilyn break down the new teaser for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. They go through the teaser shot by shot giving their theories, filling in context from the Tolkien legendarium, and discussing their hopes for Season 2. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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Elysia and John discuss the first three episodes of the soft reboot of Doctor Who on BBC1 and Disney+. They recap the Christmas special featuring a new companion, the classic RTD episode of "Space Babies," and the introduction of a new category of villains in "The Devil's Chord."

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Elysia, John, and Marilyn discuss the final season of the Star Wars animated series, The Bad Batch and the limited series, Tales of the Empire. They discuss the amazing character work of both series, the stunning visuals of modern Star Wars animation, and the implications for the rest of the Star Wars canon.

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John is joined by Kaitlyn Facista, creator of Tea with Tolkien, to discuss the first half of the chapter Of the Return of the Noldor, the fourteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the death of Fëanor, the heroism of Fingon, and the suspicions of Thingol.

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David and John welcome a familiar voice as a full-fledged Lorehound. They discuss what this will mean for the podcast going forward, and what they're most excited about covering together.

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David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 3 & 4, Second of His Name & King of the Narrow Sea, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the courtship of Rhaenyra, the growing divisions between her and Alicent, and the intentions of Daemon. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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John, David and Elysia gather one last time to say goodbye to a dearly loved season of Television. They are joined by Japanese Historian, Nate Ledbetter. They discuss their overall thoughts for the season and then answer listener feedback. 

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David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 1 & 2, The Heirs of the Dragon & The Rogue Prince, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss their backgrounds on the Game of Thrones franchise, the rising tensions under King Viserys I Targaryen, and the unique nature of this prequel series.

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If you have not already done so, we really want to invite you to check out Anthony & Steve over on Properly Howard Movie Review! The theme for their current of old movies to review is “Felonies and Fugazies� – how good is that!?

We’ve taken the 2nd episode for the season to drop it in here so you get a chance to experience the hilarity when these two get together on the mic! Be sure to subscribe to their feed to stay subscribed.

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David, John, and Elysia recap episode 10, A Dream of a Dream, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They discuss the refreshing subversion of tropes, the symmetry between characters and plot points, and whether this was the best show of the year so far. Join them next week for a Season Wrap-up with listener feedback and special guest scholar Nathan Ledbetter.

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David is joined by Ron and Anthony to discuss the latest A24 film, Civil War (2024), written and directed by Alex Garland. They start off with their spoiler free hot takes and overall impressions of the movie. After a short break they dig deep into this complex and provocative film.\

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John and Marilyn discuss Dragonfly, a short story in Tales from Earthsea, a compilation of stories within The Earthsea Cycle by Ursula K. LeGuin. This bridge between Tehanu and The Other Wind allows John and Marilyn to explore the way trauma affects different people, the power of youth to create change, and what it means to find balance. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of Men, the thirteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the awakening of men, the acceleration of time, and the apparent inaction of the Valar.

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David and John recap episode 9, Crimson Sky, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They discuss the amazing performance of Anna Sawai, the political incompetence of Ishido, and the stakes for the finale. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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John and Brandon are joined by Jean to journey through the galaxy and combat alien factions in Halo, the series that began the online gaming revolution. They discuss the latest in gaming news and what they've been playing before diving into the history, lore, and story of Halo.

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David and John recap episode 8, The Abyss of Life, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They discuss the deception of Toranaga, the competing motivations of John Blackthorne, and the show's big departure from the book. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David is joined by Elysia for a quick reaction to episode 8 of Sh�gun on FX. Stay tuned as David and John will be back later in the weekend for a full episode breakdown.

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Elysia and David break down the new Dev Patel-Jordan Peele produced action thriller Monkey Man – from all the crazy COVID production events through the plot and filmmaking details to a briefing on Hindu Mythology. All the details to help you get the most out of this directorial debut (spoiler-free until the first break).

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David is joined by Elysia to discuss episode 6, Ladies of the Willow World, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They start out with their overall impressions of the episode and then look more closely at some historical context, then a discussion of the major plot points and characters and then answer listener feedback.

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David is joined by Elysia to discuss episode 6, Ladies of the Willow World, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They start out with their overall impressions of the episode and then look more closely at some historical context, then a discussion of the major plot points and characters and then answer listener feedback.

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David is joined by Elysia to discuss episode 5, Broken to the Fist, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They start out with their overall impressions of the episode and then look more closely some historical context, then a discussion of the major characters and then answer listener feedback.

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David is joined by Elysia, Ron and Anthony to have a broad ranging conversation about Dune Part 2. They discuss the production of the film as well as the deeper lore from the books that informed the movies from Denis Villeneuve.

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David & John discuss episode 4 of the new FX series, Sh�gun, streaming on Hulu. They discuss the major changes from the book's training segment, the charming ways of Blackthorne, and the different uses of the Eightfold Fence. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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David and Elysia get back together post-ceremony to talk this year's Academy Awards – were there any surprises? What moments worked, what moments really worked, and what moments really didn't? Then count down their own ranking of the 10 Best Picture nominees, plus offer a preview of what films you might want to watch to get a head start on next year's likely awards nominees.

Elysia's Letterboxd list of 2024 Cinema / 2025 Awards Contenders: https://letterboxd.com/illyxia13/list/2024-cinema-2025-awards-contenders/

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David & John are joined by Ron Dawson of Blade Ronner Media to answer listener feedback and give their final thoughts on True Detective: Night Country.

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John & Elysia discuss episode 3 of the new FX series, Sh�gun, streaming on Hulu. They compare their favorite moments before diving into the unpredictable behavior of Blackthorne, the emotional complexity of Mariko, and the tricks of Toranaga. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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Elysia wraps up the Oscars 2024 prep series with guest host Jean and a look at the Technical Award categories – where blockbusters and Best Picture nominees mingle! We cover what's nominated, our predictions, what you need to know about each category to wow dinner party mates with fun facts, and of course interviews and voicemails going deeper – this time on Oscar snobbery, Godzilla love, Poor Things/Yorgos Lanthimos, the El Conde controversy, and the Sound nominees from the blind perspective. It's the last stuff you need to know before you fill in your Oscar ballot!

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Best Original Score nominees playlist: Spotify playlist, Deezer playlist

Best Original Sound nominees playlist: Spotify playlist, Deezer playlist

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In part 2 of the Lorehounds Oscars 2024 prep series, David and Elysia explore the "Hidden Gems" of the Oscars season: the animated, international, documentary, and shorts categories. They're joined by documentary producer Pedro, animation director Hjalti, and more voices from the Lorehounds community with extra insight into movie-making, the awards circuit, and this year's nominees. 

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David is joined by Ron Dawson to breakdown all eight episodes of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, now streaming on Amazon Prime. They start off with their spoiler free thoughts and then get into an analysis of the show, looking at the characters, the guest stars and the amazing finale.

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David & John begin their coverage of the new FX series, Sh�gun, streaming on Hulu. They provide some historical background on the setting before diving into the political machinations of the Council, the disorientation of John Blackthorne, and the mysterious intentions of Lord Toranaga. Then, they answer listener feedback.

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Back in August 2021, Steve and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Reviews (an affiliate of The Lorehounds) invited David, John and Elysia on to discuss the Denis Villeneuve movie, Dune Part 1. 

Dune Part 2 has been released in the theaters and The Lorehounds are planning to do a Oneshot review. Ahead of that we thought we would re-release this podcast for Part 1 to help set the stage for Part 2.

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David & John talk with Marilyn R. Pukkila to introduce Rings and Rituals: a new podcast analyzing the rituals portrayed in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Marilyn will be joined by Dr. Sara Brown of Signum University for this 8 episode series that will examine the nature of ritual, both as seen in Rings of Power and also in our daily lives. Subscribe to the Rings & Rituals podcast feed to listen to each of the episodes when they release.

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David and Elysia officially kick off the Lorehounds Oscar prep series with a look at the biggest awards categories: taking you through the 10 Best Picture nominees one at a time, ranked by number of nominations, as well as the Acting, Directing, and Writing categories – what's what, where to watch, who's expected to win, and the biggest stories and controversies of the year.

Along the way they're joined by Elysia's father Jim to discuss the Killers of the Flower Moon adaptation and history behind it, Marilyn to get into Barbie and being an OG collector, Ron of Dungeons & DuRags to break down what makes American Fiction special, and voicemails from film fan members of the Lorehounds community and beyond to shine a spotlight on the categories and films they're most passionate about this year.

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David & John are joined by Ron Dawson of Blade Ronner Media to discuss their overall thoughts on Season 4 of True Detective: Night Country on HBO Max. They discuss the structure of the season and whether the finale tied up the loose ends in a satisfying way. Join us later in the week for a supersized feedback episode with Ron again.

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David & John get ready to cover the new FX series, Sh�gun, streaming on Hulu starting Feb 27, 2024. This 10 episode limited series is based on the 1975 Novel by James Clavell and was turned into a television miniseries that aired in 1980. FX has worked to bring accurate historical detail to this look at the political intrigues of feudal Japan, set in the 1600s.

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David and John are joined by military expert Lieutenant Colonel Matt Cavanaugh, author of Strategy Strikes Back: How Star Wars Explains Modern Military Conflict to discuss Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. They discuss what Star Wars can teach us about military structures, strategies, and the human impact of war.

Matt's Book: Strategy Strikes Back: How Star Wars Explains Modern Military Conflict

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David and John recap Season 4, Episode 6 of True Detective: Night Country on HBO Max. They discuss the unraveling of a conspiracy, the balance between the supernatural and the traditional mystery, and whether this was a satisfying conclusion to the series. Then, they answer listener feedback. Don't forget to join us next week for a Season Wrap-up podcast!

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Get ready for the Oscars with the Lorehounds! In this quick preview ep, David and Elysia lay out what to expect from their upcoming Oscars prep series, from the films covered (all of them, spoiler-free) to the voices from the Lorehounds community and beyond offering unique perspectives you won’t find elsewhere. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to figure out which movies are worth watching, the biggest behind-the-scenes stories of the year, and which names are most likely to help you win your office Oscars pool.

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