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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	20 Nov 2024	Pachinko - Seasons 1 & 2 - Part 2	01:05:58
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	05 Nov 2024	Silmarillion Stories - E18 - Maeglin	01:23:41
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 Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	06 Jun 2024	The Acolyte – S01E01 – Lost / Found	01:20:26
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. Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	10 Jul 2023	Secret Invasion - E03 - Betrayed	01:37:41
David, Jean, and Elysia continue their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. After recapping an implausible submarine sequence and debating the relevance of an out-of-network Nick Fury David, Jean and Elysia discuss connections with the comics and speculate on what is coming next. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Send us an email at mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Marvel over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	31 Oct 2023	BONUS - MCU Werewolf by Night	01:02:22
David, Jean, and Elysia take a break from the Loki time stream to have some Halloween fun with the Marve Special, Werewolf By Night, starring Laura Donnelly and Gael García Bernal. This charming tale from the MCU horror genre was released originally in Black and White but was re-colorized and released this year. The crew does a quick round up of the horror sub-genre found in MCU before giving their spoiler free takes before getting into the details of the show. Listen to Steve & Anthony Recap Season 1 of Severance Severance Podcast - A Lorehounds & Properly Howard Joint Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Movie Review Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. Find us on Twitter and BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion of all things Marvel over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	09 Apr 2025	The White Lotus - Season 3 Wrap-up	01:52:23
David and John are joined by Aaron from Radioactive Ramblings to discuss the Season 3 Finale of The White Lotus. They discuss the religious themes, the Greek tragedies of several characters, and the future of Mike White's anthology series. Listen to Radioactive Ramblings Here Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to whitelotus@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	26 Jun 2024	Doctor Who - S01E09 - Empire of Death	01:10:50
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. 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 TARDIS@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	31 Dec 2024	Wicked: Part I (2024) – incl. musical & book comparisons	02:05:13
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 its based on. Then Nichole and Marilyn exit stage left so that Elysia can launch into an extra spoilery third-act look at elements of the movie that are only safe for those who have seen the theatrical play, have read the book, or just like to be spoiled (01:53:38 – 02:00:48). Nevermind the Music is "Defying Gravity" here Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	09 Jul 2024	House of the Dragon - S02E04 - The Red Dragon and the Gold	02:12:49
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	11 Aug 2023	Foundation - S02E05 - The Sighted and the Seen	01:33:03
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 the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Foundation over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	18 Aug 2023	Foundation - S02E06 - Why the Gods Made Wine	01:55:15
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 next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Foundation over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	22 Oct 2022	Andor - S01E07 - Announcement	00:53:27
David and John discuss Season 1, Episode 7: Announcement of Star Wars: Andor on Disney+. They marvel at how good an entire place setting episode can actually be. Then, they debate the best scene of the episode: Mon Mothma’s cocktail party, Cassian and Maarva’s conversation or Dedra Meero having her integrity publicly ventilated. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at andor@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our coverage of Tales of the Jedi on December 28. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Special thanks to @viama for the custom artwork! Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	07 Aug 2023	Oneshot - Good Omens - Season 2	01:15:19
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 Howard Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Good Omens over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	02 Apr 2025	The Wheel of Time - S03 Midseason Mailbag	02:33:35
Elysia and John welcome Mark from Nevermind the Music to answer listener feedback from the first half of the season. Listen to Nevermind the Music Here Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: wot@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass Wheel of Time Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	25 Dec 2023	Second Breakfast - Part 2 - Elevenses!	01:50:38
If a 3hr Second Breakfast podcast was not enough for you we’ve got you covered with even more great content with our Elevenses podcast! That’s right, breakfast after Second Breakfast! This one has our interviews with all of our favorite co-hosts, including Brandon (0:01), Jean (0:14), Elysia (0:31), Anthony (0:41) and Marilyn (1:03). For dessert, Anna Claus pays us for a visit (01:23) to help roast chestnuts, err, I mean, Lindsey Lohan over a roaring fire as we discuss the 2022 high budget film, Falling for Christmas. And yes, a creepy Santa-dude works some low key Christmas magic to help Lohan learn the true meaning of Christmas. You can find Anna’s SubStack here: https://annaclaus.substack.com Check out our blog post to see the rankings from David, John as well as the community: https://thelorehounds.com/blog/2023-lorehounds-community-top-10-television-results Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Discord Server. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Our Severance Feed: Severance Podcast Listen to Elysia on the Wool-Shift-Dust Podcast: Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Steve and Anthony talk about movies: Properly Howard Any opinions stated a Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	27 Oct 2022	BONUS - Extended Interview w/Marilyn R. Pukkila	01:07:21
Season One of The Rings of Power is over, but there’s still more Tolkien to talk. David and John continue their conversation with Tolkien scholar Marilyn R. Pukkila in this bonus episode. The first passage for the Silmarillion read-along will be “Ainulindale.” You can find it in the first few pages of The Silmarillion. Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Sources Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College. Mythopea - A poem by JRR Tolkien explaining and defending creative myth-making. Race, Tolkien, and Middle-earth, Revisited. The Prancing Pony Podcast, episode #192. The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast Series Prologue: Tolkien the man and the lands and people of Middle Earth (Jul 11, 2022) Ch. 1: History of Tolkien’s writings and the rise of Númenor (Jul 18, 2022) Ch. 2: History of film, tv, and radio adaptations and the fall of Númenor (Jul 25, 2022) Ch. 3: Tolkien’s academic career and a breakdown of the Elves (Aug 1, 2022) Ch. 4: Tolkien’s influence on modern fantasy and the creation of the Rings (Aug 8, 2022) Ch. 5: Tolkien’s wartime experience and The Last Alliance of Men and Elves (Aug 15, 2022) Ch. 6: Christopher Tolkien and the Aftermath of the war with Sauron (Aug 22, 2022) Epilogue: Listener Q&A - email us and/or post in the discord (Aug 29, 2022) Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	25 Jun 2024	House of the Dragon - S02E02 - Rhaenyra the Cruel	02:34:23
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	11 Dec 2024	Dune: Prophecy - S01E04 - Twice Born	02:28:43
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: dune@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds View our Free Show Guide Online https://duneprophecy.notionlinker.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	21 Nov 2023	Silmarillion Stories - E11 - The Sindar	00:31:31
David and John discuss Of the Sindar, the eleventh story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the founding of Doriath, the emergence of the dwarves, and the geography of Beleriand. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Early and ad-free versions of all our podcasts are available on our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. Silmarillion Stories Reading Schedule November 2022 - Ainulindalë December 2022 - Valaquenta January 2023 - Of the Beginning of Days February 2023 - Of Aule and Yavanna March 2023 - Of the Coming of Elves and the Captivity of Melkor April 2023 - Of Thingol and Melian May 2023 - Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Edalië June 2023 - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor July 2023 - Two Chapters - Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor and Of the Darkening of Valinor October 2023 - Of the Flight of the Noldor November 2023 - Of the Sindar December 2023 - Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 Jan 2023	Kaleidoscope - Violet	00:40:50
David and John continue their coverage of the Netflix Original Series, Kaleidoscope, this time discussing the backstory of the rivalry going back 24 years before the heist in the Violet episode. They compare their thoughts on the production value and acting quality of the show before doing a scene-by-scene breakdown of this episode. Our Watch Order Yellow Green Blue Violet Orange Pink Red White Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you during the White Episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Kaleidoscope over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 Sep 2024	Instant Reaction: The Penguin - S01E01 - After Hours (DCUniverse)	00:47:46
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 May 2024	House of the Dragon - S01E07-08 - Driftmark & The Lord of the Tides	01:37:08
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	06 Nov 2023	Preview: Beacon 23 Podcast Coverage	00:12:38
David talks with Elysia about the new Hugh Howie TV adaptation, Beacon 23 airing on MGM+ starting November 12, 2023. Elysia sets up the premise for the book and talks about her coverage plans on the Wool-Shift-Dust podcast feed. Watch the official trailer here: Beacon 23 on MGM+ Subscribe to the Wool-Shift-Dust feed here Wool-Shift-Dust Find all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here: thelorehounds.com Join the discussion on discord: The Lorehounds Server Discord Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	03 Nov 2023	The Book Nook - E06 - Tehanu Part 1	01:36:10
David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the first part of the fourth book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, Tehanu. After recapping Tenar's newfound parenthood, they discuss the LeGuin's decision to revisit Earthsea decades later, her evolving views on feminism, and her exploration of the sociological problems within her own world.. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next Book Nook episode. Early and ad-free versions of all our podcasts are available on our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Earthsea over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	07 Nov 2024	Agatha All Along – S01E08&09, pt 1 – Follow Me My Friend to Glory at the End & Maiden Mother Crone (MCUniverse)	02:13:11
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 Schaeffer's interview with The Wrap Share your own thoughts: mcu@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	20 Jul 2024	The Acolyte – S01E08 – The Acolyte	01:01:49
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. Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Mar 2023	The Mandalorian - S03E03 - The Convert	01:15:12
David and John head to Coruscant in the Disney+ Original Series, Andor - whoops -The Mandalorian. After discussing who the episode title is referring to, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the attack on Kalevala, the New Republic Amnesty Program, and the status of Bo-Katan's religious affiliation. 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 during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	02 Nov 2023	Silmarillion Stories - E10 - The Flight of the Noldor	01:32:49
David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Flight of the Noldor, the tenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the Oath of Feanor, the horror of Ungoliant, the splintering of the Noldor, and the roadmap to the rest of the story. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Early and ad-free versions of all our podcasts are available on our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. Silmarillion Stories Reading Schedule November 2022 - Ainulindalë December 2022 - Valaquenta January 2023 - Of the Beginning of Days February 2023 - Of Aule and Yavanna March 2023 - Of the Coming of Elves and the Captivity of Melkor April 2023 - Of Thingol and Melian May 2023 - Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Edalië June 2023 - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor July 2023 - Two Chapters - Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor and Of the Darkening of Valinor October 2023 - Of the Flight of the Noldor November 2023 - Of the Sindar December 2023 - Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	02 Dec 2023	Oneshot - Napoleon (2003)	01:17:09
David and Elysia discuss the latest Ridley Scott biopic, Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby. They offer their spoiler free hot takes and after a break, they discuss the film in detail including the impact that Napoleon had on of Europe, where the film differs from recorded history and, ultimately, whether the film succeeded or failed at telling a compelling story. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on a future episode. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Discord Server. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast: Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Our Severance Feed: Severance Podcast Listen to Steve and Anthony talk about movies: Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	19 Jul 2024	House of the Dragon - S02E05 Feedback - Regent	01:47:39
David and Elysia answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 5, Regent, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	18 Jun 2024	House of the Dragon - S02E01 - A Son for a Son	02:10:53
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	24 Mar 2023	Ted Lasso - S03E02 - (I Don't Want to Go to) Chelsea	00:29:54
David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. From Roy Kent's pity party to a modern version of "Who's On First?," David and John recap their favorite moments. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	01 Sep 2023	Foundation - S02E08 - The Last Empress	01:53:58
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 next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Foundation over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 Dec 2022	The White Lotus - S02E07 - Arrivederci	01:47:06
David and John take one last trip to Sicily to discuss the Season Finale of The White Lotus. David gives some details on the active volcano Mount Etna featured in the episode before John goes through some of the clues that may or may not have led us to predict the outcome. After a full episode recap, David and John score their deadpool predictions and read listener feedback. Stay tuned next week for a Season Wrap-up podcast. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or Guest Lounge thoughts to share? Send us an email at whitelotus@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during the Season Wrap-up. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things White Lotus over on our Discord Server. Special thanks to Lay Zoomer for the custom artwork! Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	31 Jul 2024	The Acolyte S1 wrap-up gameshow	01:51:34
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! Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Subscribe to The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast here Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Additional sounds from FreeSound.org Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	11 Apr 2023	The Book Nook - E02 - A Wizard of Earthsea Part 2	01:36:39
David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the second half of the 1968 Ursula K. LeGuin book, A Wizard of Earthsea, the first book in The Earthsea Cycle. While recapping Ged's pursuit of his shadow and journey to unknown lands, the trio breaks down the themes of trust, friendship, and knowing thyself contained in this foundational work of the fantasy literature canon. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next Book Nook episode. Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Earthsea over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	10 May 2024	Silmarillion Stories - E14 - The Return of the Noldor Part 1	00:43:14
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. Kaitlyn's Website & Twitter Tea With Tolkien @TeawithTolkien 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 lotr@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	18 Feb 2025	Oscars 2025 – Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs update	01:23:38
Documentary Editor Rebecca June Lane joins Elysia to talk through what makes a good documentary in general, and what in particular makes this year's crop of Documentary Feature and Documentary Short nominees good. You'll walk away with an overview of what exactly is nominated and why, what's likely to win, and which films you might want to add to your own watchlist. Links referenced in the ep: Rebecca June Lane's IMDb page Trailer: Girls Gone Wild: the Untold Story John Oliver explains the West Bank Live-Action Short: "I Am Not a Robot" The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2025 by category Oscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode) Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigning Original Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music) Documentary Features & Shorts (this episode) Still to come Live-Action Shorts + the Emotion Mixer Writing & International Awards Blockbuster (Tech) Awards Acting & Directing Awards Best Picture Nominees Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees The Emilia Pérez controversy Wicked Conclave Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	26 Feb 2025	Oscars 2025 – Production Design & A/V Tech Awards + the SAG surprises	01:35:05
Elysia keeps trying to make the term "Blockbuster Awards" happen as she and Logan from the Academy of Death Racers talk about nominees like Dune: Part Two, Alien: Romulus, and Nosferatu in the so-called "below the line" (or "tech") awards: Visual Effects, Production Design, Costuming, Make-Up & Hairstyling, Film Editing, and Sound. Then, stick around until the end for an update on the latest precursor awards ceremonies, and how they might change the race. Links referenced in the ep: Corridor Crew Better Man VFX video Wētā Better Man VFX playlist The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2025 by category Oscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode) Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigning Original Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music) Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs update Live-Action Shorts + the Emotion Mixer International + Adapted & Original Screenplays Production Design & A/V Tech Awards (this episode) Still to come Acting & Directing Awards Best Picture Nominees Finale Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees The Emilia Pérez controversy Wicked Conclave Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	20 Apr 2025	Daredevil: Born Again S1-E8&9 – Isle of Joy & Straight to Hell (MCUniverse)	02:01:54
Jean, Elysia, and Luke get back together to talk about the final two episodes of the first Daredevil: Born Again season: What is the new showrunner-director team bringing to the table? How did this work as a season finale? Is Frank not a monster, or is that the hill that Elysia's going to die on? And what's coming next season? Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: mcu@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Luke's podcast ItCouldBeSaid Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 Dec 2024	Hot Frosty & Our Little Secret - Netflix Christmas 2024	00:54:08
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 dramedy, Our Little Secret. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Jul 2023	Secret Invasion - E04 - Beloved	01:57:25
David, Jean, and Elysia continue their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. The team debates the quality of the season overall, whether Nick Fury is a jerk, and who the Skrulls are as a people. Then, Jean launches into his defense of superhero movies. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Send us an email at mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Marvel over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	03 May 2024	House of the Dragon - S01E01-02 - The Heirs of the Dragon & The Rogue Prince	01:46:31
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server. Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Check Out Our Affiliate Podcasts: Rings & Rituals Radioactive Ramblings Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howard Movie Reviews Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	04 Feb 2025	Oscars 2025 – What to Expect!	00:31:50
Elysia sits down with David to talk through the coverage plans for this year's Oscars prep series – with this year's more condensed Oscars timeline, expect a blitz of content coming your way, in a new format! Coming next – Animated Features & Shorts (w/ Benoit from Animation Showcase) The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees Wicked Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	22 Sep 2024	MCUniverse: Agatha All Along S01E01-02 – Seekest Thou the Road & Circle Sewn with Fate / Unlock Thy Hidden Gate	01:56:53
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). Get in touch: mcu@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	26 May 2023	Ted Lasso - S03E11 - Mom City	00:56:55
David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. Everybody needs their mom this episode. Ted confronts demons from his past, Nate is given an opportunity to move forward, and Jamie regains his wings. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	04 Jan 2025	Silmarillion Stories - E19 - The Coming of Men into the West	01:03:27
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 Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	13 Jan 2025	Severance - Season 2 Preview	00:52:50
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 Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at severance@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	22 Dec 2023	MCUniverse - What If... - Season 1 Recap	02:11:02
It’s been a big year for Marvel and to wrap it all up What If… Season 2 starts streaming Dec 22. To get ready for the new season, David, Jean and Elysia tackle a full recap of What If… Season 1. They get into the origins of how What If… began, the role of The Watcher and what to look out for in Season 2. David, Jean and Elysia will be doing a full recap of Season 2 in the new year. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Discord Server. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Our Severance Feed: Severance Podcast Listen to Elysia on the Wool-Shift-Dust Podcast: Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Steve and Anthony talk about movies: Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	10 Aug 2024	House of the Dragon - S02 Lorecast - Full Book Spoilers	01:14:51
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	21 May 2024	Doctor Who - S01E04 - Boom	00:46:19
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. 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 TARDIS@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	12 Mar 2025	The White Lotus - Season 3 Midseason Check-in	01:40:26
David and John discuss the first four episodes of Season 3 of The White Lotus. They discuss the patriarchal Ratliffs, the trio of frenemies, the astrologically mismatched Rick and Chelsea, and the Thai employees of the White Lotus. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to whitelotus@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	18 Jul 2022	The Second Age - Chapter 1: The Rise of Númenor	00:43:15
David and John discuss the history of Tolkien’s writings before setting sail to the island of Númenor to introduce our first major location in The Rings of Power. Join us to continue our deep dive into the lore behind Amazon’s upcoming series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Sources: (1) J.R.R. Tolkien by Humphrey Carpenter; (2) The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien; (3) Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth by J.R.R. Tolkien. Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast Series Prologue: Tolkien the man and the lands and people of Middle Earth (Jul 11, 2022) Ch. 1: History of Tolkien’s writings and the rise of Númenor (Jul 18, 2022) Ch. 2: History of film, tv, and radio adaptations and the fall of Númenor (Jul 25, 2022) Ch. 3: Tolkien’s academic career and a breakdown of the Elves (Aug 1, 2022) Ch. 4: Tolkien’s influence on modern fantasy and the creation of the Rings (Aug 8, 2022) Ch. 5: Tolkien’s wartime experience and The Last Alliance of Men and Elves (Aug 15, 2022) Ch. 6: Christopher Tolkien and the Aftermath of the war with Sauron (Aug 22, 2022) Epilogue: Listener Q&A - email us and/or post in the discord (Aug 29, 2022) Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	26 Jun 2023	Secret Invasion - E01 - Resurrection	01:53:15
David, Jean, and Elysia begin their coverage of Marvel's Secret Invasion, the latest MCU show on Disney+. After giving some background on the Skrulls, the MCU political landscape, and some of the characters in the show, they recap the plotlines of all the major characters. Finally, Jean presents his Comics Corner. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Send us an email at mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Marvel over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	18 Oct 2022	Andor - S01E01-06	01:01:51
David and John discuss the first six episodes of the Star Wars Disney+ series Andor. They dive into Cassian Andor’s past, his relationships, and his motivations. Is Cassian his own worst enemy? Is Star Wars best served as a heist? Will Luthen tell us his secret to quality wig making? Find out this and more on this episode. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at andor@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our coverage of Tales of the Jedi on December 28. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Special thanks to @viama for the custom artwork! Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	09 Aug 2024	House of the Dragon - S02E08 Feedback - The Queen Who Ever Was	01:56:39
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Jan 2023	Kaleidoscope - Orange	00:45:23
David and John continue their coverage of the Netflix Original Series, Kaleidoscope, this time watching the tensions ramp up as the crew prepares themselves three weeks before the heist. After questioning whether this show was becoming a police procedural, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of this episode. Our Watch Order Yellow Green Blue Violet Orange Pink Red White Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you during the White Episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Kaleidoscope over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 Apr 2023	The Mandalorian - S03E07 - The Spies	01:35:12
David and John return to Mandalore in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing Grogu's new toy, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the Mandalorian scouting party, the ambush of Moff Gideon, and the rumors of Thrawn. 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 during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	29 Apr 2023	MCUniverse - E03 - Guardians' One Last Ride	01:39:00
David and Jean discuss the possibility of the end of the Guardians of the Galaxy as we know them, their hopes about the upcoming Secret Invasion series, and their excitement about the new Marvels movie. Then, they're joined by Elysia to place their internet point bets in the deadpool for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Send us an email at mcu@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Marvel over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	24 May 2023	Barry - S04E07 - A Nice Meal	00:43:46
David and John continue their coverage of the HBO Original Series, Barry. Barry is in the custody of Jim Moss, Gene is tempted by fame, Sally has an existential crisis, and Hank and Fuches face off. The penultimate episode of Barry has brought everyone together. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Barry over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	03 Oct 2024	The Rings of Power - S02E08 - Shadow and Flame	02:59:48
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lotr@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Get Tickets to the Live Show We're In! Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	12 Jan 2025	Skeleton Crew - E05-08	01:23:46
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 starwars@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	26 Oct 2023	Oneshot - The Fall of the House of Usher	00:53:08
John and Elysia discuss The Fall of the House of Usher, the latest spooky series by Mike Flanagan. After giving their general thoughts on the season, they break down the interwoven stories of Edgar Allen Poe, their theories about Flanagan's message, and their hopes for the next entry in the Flanaverse. Listen to Elysia's Podcast (Including More on this Series) Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Properly Howard Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Good Omens over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	08 Feb 2023	TLOU - S01E04 - Please Hold to My Hand	01:46:30
David and John take a road trip with Joel and Ellie in The Last of Us, the latest hit from HBO. After explaining the origins of the episode title of Season One, Episode 4 - Please Hold to My Hand, David and John recap an action-packed 45 minutes that still managed to develop the relationships and motivations of the characters. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLOU@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things The Last of Us over on our Discord Server. Special thanks to Lay Zoomer for the custom artwork! Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	31 Mar 2023	The Mandalorian - S03E05 - The Pirate	01:33:14
David and John take back Nevarro in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing the live-action debut of Zeb from Rebels, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the siege of Nevarro, Bo-Katan's new quest, and the ineffective New Republic. 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 during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	11 May 2023	White House Plumbers - E02 - Please Destroy This, Huh?	00:33:36
David and John continue their coverage of the HBO Original Series, White House Plumbers. Hunt and Liddy scheme to sabotage the Democrats, save John Mitchell's career from a scandal, and spend some time with the family. David and John recap the biggest story moments and answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things White House Plumbers over on our Discord Server. Check out Elysia's Silo Podcast at https://podbay.fm/p/1681417281 Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	05 Apr 2024	Shōgun - E07 - A Stick of Time	02:26:55
David is joined by Elysia to discuss episode 7, A Stick of Time, 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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server. Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Check Out Our Affiliate Podcasts: Rings & Rituals Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howard Movie Reviews Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	08 Sep 2023	Foundation - S02E09 - Long Ago, Not Far Away	01:42:57
David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss a sinister ritual, a galaxy-changing decision, and a twisted fairytale. 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’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Foundation over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	07 Apr 2023	The Mandalorian - S03E06 - Guns for Hire	01:30:01
David and John attend a royal banquet in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing the flurry of guest appearances from an unexpected set of stars, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of an aquatic version of Romeo and Juliet, the Bo and Din buddy cop show, and the Darksaber's ownership. 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 during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 May 2024	Doctor Who - S01E01-03 - The Church on Ruby Road, Space Babies, & The Devil's Chord	01:10:50
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." 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 TARDIS@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	04 Dec 2024	Dune: Prophecy - S01E03 - Sisterhood Above All	02:14:32
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: dune@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds View our Free Show Guide Online https://duneprophecy.notionlinker.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Jul 2024	Oneshot - The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin	01:31:00
Stand and deliver! 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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	22 Apr 2025	The Last of Us - S02E02 - Through the Valley	01:25:56
David and John recap the sophomore episode that could have been a season finale in this packed episode of The Last of Us. They discuss the mirroring of characters, the adaptation additions in Jackson, and the inciting incident of the rest of the season. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at tlou@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	19 Jan 2025	Skeleton Crew - E05-08	01:23:46
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 starwars@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	04 Mar 2025	Oscars 2025 – About that ceremony...	00:53:43
David joins Elysia to talk through the good, the bad, and the Hulu streaming errors of the 97th Academy Awards – from the night's biggest winners to its most awkward moments, plus how to start your prep early for next year. Links referenced in the ep: Elysia's (too-long) Letterboxd list of 2025 films to watch John Oliver explains the West Bank The 97th Academy Awards aired Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm ET (on ABC/Hulu in the US) – where it's aired around the world Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2025 by category Oscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode) Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigning Original Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music) Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs update Live-Action Shorts + the Emotion Mixer International + Adapted & Original Screenplays Production Design & A/V Tech Awards Acting & Directing Awards + the stats Best Picture nominees finale Reactions to the ceremony (this ep) Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees The Emilia Pérez controversy Wicked Conclave Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	12 Aug 2024	Return of the Rings: Rings of Power S1 Recap	00:48:08
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lotd@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TROP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	28 Feb 2025	Oscars 2025 – Acting, Directing, & Cinematography + the stats	02:05:27
Elysia is joined by Paulo from The Oscars Death Race Podcast to break down the Best Lead and Supporting Actor and Actress categories, as well as Directing and Cinematography. Elysia brings the narrative angle, while Paulo brings a deeper look at the stats of Oscar season, and what they might say about who will win. After that, Elysia wraps up with more input from Lisa on the acting races, and then with the final Oscars 2025 precursors update. Links referenced in the ep: The Oscar's Death Race Podcast (Paulo) Join the Lorehounds' ESPN Oscar picks pool (pw: Oscars2025) Corridor Crew Better Man VFX video Inside The Substance's script Making The Substance The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2025 by category Oscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode) Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigning Original Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music) Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs update Live-Action Shorts + the Emotion Mixer International + Adapted & Original Screenplays Production Design & A/V Tech Awards Acting & Directing Awards (this ep) Still to come Best Picture Nominees Finale Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees The Emilia Pérez controversy Wicked Conclave Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 Apr 2024	The Book Nook - E10 - Dragonfly (Tales from Earthsea)	01:45:12
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. Contact Us Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Check Out Our Affiliate Podcasts: Radioactive Ramblings Rings & Rituals Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howard Movie Reviews Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 Jul 2023	Oneshot - Asteroid City	01:00:30
David and Anthony discuss the latest Wes Anderson film, Asteroid City. After discussing their personal Wes Anderson histories, they dive into the themes, production, and wacky plot of the movie. Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things film over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	15 Mar 2025	The Wheel of Time - Lorecast - On Ajahs	00:40:40
Elysia and John do a deep dive on the seven official Ajahs and one secret Ajah in The Wheel of Time. They discuss the qualities of each Ajah, how the Amyrlin's Ajah fits into the mix, and intra/inter-Ajah politics. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: wot@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass Wheel of Time Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	01 Mar 2024	Shōgun - E01-02 - Anjin & Servants of Two Masters	02:01:17
David & John begin their coverage of the new FX series, Shōgun, 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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to shogun@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server. Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe https://patreon.com/thelorehounds Check Out our Affiliate Podcasts: Rings & Rituals Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howar Movie Reviews Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	30 Apr 2023	Ted Lasso - S03E07 - The Strings that Bind Us	01:13:21
David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. The team learns to support each other to implement Total Football, Keeley is love bombed, Nate goes on a date, and Sam deals with a bigot. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Oct 2022	The Rings of Power - S01E08 - Alloyed	01:49:32
David has returned and his veil has been lifted! David and John discussed their hot takes for Episode 8 and then deep dive into the lore around Sauron’s near redemption, the forging of the Rings of Power, and the coming of the Istari. They tied up the episode with some listener feedback about accents, character motivations, and the reception of the show before discussing the future plans for the Lorehounds. Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Sources The Rings of Power - Wikipedia Nodens - Wikipedia Audiobooks Near the Fire The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast Series Prologue: Tolkien the man and the lands and people of Middle Earth (Jul 11, 2022) Ch. 1: History of Tolkien’s writings and the rise of Númenor (Jul 18, 2022) Ch. 2: History of film, tv, and radio adaptations and the fall of Númenor (Jul 25, 2022) Ch. 3: Tolkien’s academic career and a breakdown of the Elves (Aug 1, 2022) Ch. 4: Tolkien’s influence on modern fantasy and the creation of the Rings (Aug 8, 2022) Ch. 5: Tolkien’s wartime experience and The Last Alliance of Men and Elves (Aug 15, 2022) Ch. 6: Christopher Tolkien and the Aftermath of the war with Sauron (Aug 22, 2022) Epilogue: Listener Q&A - email us and/or post in the discord (Aug 29, 2022) Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	13 Oct 2024	Agatha All Along – S01E05 – Darkest Hour / Wake Thy Power (MCUniverse)	01:35:08
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...). Share your own thoughts: mcu@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	05 Sep 2024	The Rings of Power - S02E04 - Eldest	01:50:53
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lotr@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 Jul 2023	The Lorehounds Play - E03 - Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order	01:52:35
John and Brandon discuss Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, the 2019 Star Wars canon video game from Respawn Entertainment. After giving their spoiler-free thoughts on the game and its place in the Star Wars universe, they give a full recap of the gameplay, plot, and characters in this imperial era adventure. Find Brandon Online Twitter: @BrandonTheBard Time To Explain: A Destiny Podcast Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLP@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail or contact form entry at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode. Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things video games over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	27 Jun 2023	The Book Nook - E04 - The Farthest Shore Ch 1-5	01:53:46
David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the first five chapters of the third book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, The Farthest Shore. After recapping the plot of the book's introduction, they discuss the traces of Daoism, patriarchy, and Vietnam War-era politics in the story. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next Book Nook episode. Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Earthsea over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	23 Feb 2025	Oscars 2025 – International + Adapted & Original Screenplays	02:01:22
Mark from the Academy of Death Racers and Rambling Cinema joins Elysia to talk about what she considers three of the most important Oscar categories: International Films (formerly Films Not in the English Language) and the two writing awards – Adapted and Original Screenplay. Avoiding spoilers for those who haven't seen the movies, they talk through what makes or breaks these 15 films, which include Best Picture nominees Emilia Pérez, I'm Still Here, Conclave, A Complete Unknown, Nickel Boys, The Brutalist, The Substance, and Anora. (Though Elysia will argue that A Real Pain and Sing Sing should have been Best Picture nominees as well / instead.) Stick around until after the credits for updates from last night's Independent Spirit Awards, and what that says about the state of the Oscar race. Links referenced in the ep: Rambling Cinema (Nottingham, UK) The Substance screenplay BTS Coralie Fargeat's Reality+ short The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2025 by category Oscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode) Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigning Original Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music) Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs update Live-Action Shorts + the Emotion Mixer International + Adapted & Original Screenplays (this ep) Still to come Blockbuster (Tech) Awards Acting & Directing Awards Best Picture Nominees Deep dives into 2025 Oscar nominees The Emilia Pérez controversy Wicked Conclave Dune: Part Two Nosferatu Alien: Romulus Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Revisit last year's Oscar series Oscars 2024 Overview Best Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, Writing Animated, International, Documentary, Shorts "Below the Line" (Tech) Categories Post-Ceremony Wrap-Up Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	08 Mar 2024	Shōgun - E03 - Tomorrow is Tomorrow	01:08:24
John & Elysia discuss episode 3 of the new FX series, Shōgun, 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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server. Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Check Out Our Affiliate Podcasts: Rings & Rituals Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howard Movie Reviews Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	08 Jun 2024	The Acolyte – S01E02 – Revenge / Justice	01:34:12
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 Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	21 Jul 2023	Foundation - S02E02 - A Glimpse of Darkness	01:49:05
David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the return of Hari Selden to the outside world, the religious arm of the Foundation, the appearance of the mule, and Empire's courtship of Dominion. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard 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’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Foundation over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	17 Apr 2025	The Wheel of Time - S03E08 - He Who Comes with the Dawn	02:09:45
Elysia and John watch Rand make a bold move in the Season Finale of The Wheel of Time. They recap the unlikely team-ups in Tanchico, the scheming of the Forsaken, and the culmination of Aes Sedai politicking. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: wot@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass Wheel of Time Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	15 Apr 2023	Ted Lasso - S03E05 - Signs	00:41:06
David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. Richmond is on a losing streak, Ted is learning to deal with his panic attacks, and Jamie decides to step up to the plate. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server. Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	02 Mar 2023	The Mandalorian - S03E01 - The Apostate	01:12:43
David and John travel through hyperspace and begin Season 3 of the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing their personal Star Wars background, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of all the Saturday morning cartoon goodness that made up this episode. 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 during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe. Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server. If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	27 Feb 2024	Oscars Coverage - Part 1 - The Headliners	02:53:44
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. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to shogun@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server. Support us on Supercast: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribe Check Out our Affiliate Podcasts: Rings & Rituals Severance Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Properly Howard Movie Reviews Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	22 Sep 2023	The Wheel of Time - S02E06 - Eyes Without Pity	02:23:05
David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They discuss the divisions amongst the forsaken, the captivity of Egwene, and the lore surrounding the Seanchan. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. 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 access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on YouTube at youtube.com/@thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Wheel of Time over on our Discord Server. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	31 Mar 2025	Silmarillion Stories - E21 - Beren and Luthien Part 1	01:10:21
John is joined by Lea AKA SilmariLeane to discuss Of Beren and Luthien, the twenty-first story in The Silmarillion. They discuss werewolf Sauron, the fall of Finrod, and the beginning of elvish-mannish romance. Lea's Content https://linktr.ee/sil.lea Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	20 Dec 2023	Oneshot - The Creator (2023)	01:26:49
While The Creator boasts a great cast and amazing visuals, it struggles with plot and having a predictable storyline. David, Elysia and Jean start off with their spoiler free takes of Gareth Edwards’s 2023 AI inspired sci-fi flick. After the break the trio dig into the details of the movie and then have some fun and play a new game called, Spot the Trope. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com. Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Discord Server. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Listen to Our Severance Feed: Severance Podcast Listen to Elysia on the Wool-Shift-Dust Podcast: Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Steve and Anthony talk about movies: Properly Howard Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	29 Jul 2023	Silmarillion Stories - E09 - The Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor & The Darkening of Valinor	01:29:00
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, David and John answer listener feedback. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Early and ad-free versions of all our podcasts are available on our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Tolkien over on our Discord Server. Silmarillion Stories Reading Schedule November 2022 - Ainulindalë December 2022 - Valaquenta January 2023 - Of the Beginning of Days February 2023 - Of Aule and Yavanna March 2023 - Of the Coming of Elves and the Captivity of Melkor April 2023 - Of Thingol and Melian May 2023 - Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Edalië June 2023 - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor July 2023 - Two Chapters - Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor and Of the Darkening of Valinor August 2023 - Two Chapters - Of the Flight of the Noldor & Of the Sindar September 2023 - Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor October 2023 - Of Men November 2023 - Of the Return of the Noldor Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
	14 Jun 2024	The Acolyte – S01E03 – Destiny	01:58:39
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 Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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