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The LorehoundsIndependent Spirit Awards 2026 preview – Awards Season BonusWhether or not you plan to watch along when the 2026 Spirit Awards air this Sunday, February 15 (or later), Elysia will walk you through everything you need to know: what's nominated in what categories, what overlaps are there with the Oscars, and what hidden gems might you want to check out.ChaptersEmerging Filmmaker Awards jury prizes (00:02:40)Special Awards jury prizes (00:18:44)Best Feature categories (00:31:10)First Feature categories (00:53:48)Acting categories for film (01:05:38) Technical categories (01:19:50)Documentary (01:31:10) International (01:40:18)TV awards (01:47:00)Top 10 films (01:54:44)Elysia's top 10 Spirit Awards films for LorehoundsTwinless (Hulu, VoD)Lur...
2026-02-142h 07
The LorehoundsStar Trek: Starfleet Academy - Quick Reaction from the Captain's PodCaptain’s Pod: Warp 9! Star Trek Starfleet Academy: Kids These Days S1E1 Join Ian and Deneé as they invade the Lorehounds feed and provide a warp speed recap of the latest episode of Starfleet Academy! 00:1:10 - Spoiler free thoughts00:02:51 - Spoiler thoughtsFind Captain’s Pod:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captains-pod-a-star-trek-companion/id1594652949Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71L5tu5ALuMq0PFMy1Q6TH?si=838316a20a0d4e06For early and ad-free access to the show PLUS other per...
2026-01-2215 min
The LorehoundsBAFTA 2026: Longlisted Shorts – Britain's best cinema snacksThe awards season is also heating up in Europe, with Round Two of BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) voting underway. With the longlists announced, Elysia takes you on a tour of the 16 short films longlisted in two categories – what makes each special, which can you find where to watch yourself, which might you have already seen, and which short has turned up in a Lorehounds episode again, for the third time?Previous episode: 2026 Oscar-Qualified Shorts – Top 20 for LorehoundsFilms discussed this episode:British Short Anim...
2026-01-1647 min
The LorehoundsStar Trek: Starfleet Academy - Captain's Pod Season PreviewDavid is joined by Ian and Deneé from The Captain's Pod to discuss the upcoming series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, premiering January 15th. The conversation explores the show's premise, its place in the modern Trek landscape, and The Captain's Pod's plans for comprehensive season coverage. Ian and Deneé share their excitement for returning to the optimistic heart of Starfleet through the eyes of a new generation of cadets.Contact the Captain's Pod:Email: ian@iananddenee.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/cm4nxyKd2SThe Show: @captainspod.bsky.socialIan: @whittsinned.bsky.socialDeneé: @deneesays.bsky.socialContact The Lorehounds
2026-01-1336 min
The LorehoundsTV Top 3 of 2025 w/Co-hosts, Affiliates and Friends - Bonus Second BreakfastJoin us for a massive Boxing Day celebration as David welcomes co-hosts, affiliates, and friends to share their Top 3 TV shows of 2025! This special episode features six segments with Jean & Marilyn, Mark & Nichole from Nevermind the Music, Aaron K & Richard from Radioactive Ramblers, Ian from Captains Pod, Anthony & Steve from Properly Howard, and Ron & JD from Dungeons and Durags.With nearly four hours of conversation covering the year's best television, this episode is designed for dipping in and out at your convenience. For the complete rankings breakdown and community voting data, visit our blog: The Lorehounds Top...
2025-12-263h 55The LorehoundsTop 10 TV of 2025 - Second BreakfastDavid, John, and Elysia present their personal top 10 television shows for 2025 in this annual tradition released on Christmas Day. The hosts share their rankings, discuss standout moments from the year in television, and reveal the community's collective top 10 list compiled from subscriber surveys. Read the full rankings and analysis on our blog: The Lorehounds Top Ten TV Shows of 2025The episode also previews upcoming 2026 coverage including Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Wonder Man, and the DCU vs. MCU showdown, with a special announcement teased for the end.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to...
2025-12-252h 50
Nevermind the MusicSidetrack - Talking ‘Bout My Generation (with David Lorehound)Can we predict the next musical revolution? We welcome Lorehounds co-host David as we unpack the Generational Music Theorem, which links major changes in popular music with the coming of age of each generation’s youth. The conversation is wide-ranging and, while we aren’t all totally sold on the theory, David brought charts so it must be true! Check us next week for a regular episode!David’s charts are here Send us your thoughts at NeverMusicPod@gmail.comNevermind the Music is part o...
2025-12-0954 minNevermind the MusicSidetrack - Why Superman is Hopepunk (with Elysia Brenner)When is it punk to be kind and rebellious to be optimistic? We welcome Lorehound and Wool-Shift-Dust co-host Elysia Brenner to do what she does best: deep dive on pop culture through angles nobody else is taking. Using the new Superman film as a starting point, we talk the literary movement “hopepunk” as a new form of counter-culture, and wonder at the musical aspects of this unique way of looking at stories. Be sure to check out the Lorehounds podcasts and catch us next week for a regular episode! Music heard in this episode: Yeah Y...
2025-11-1157 min
Radioactive RamblingsThe Boys: Gen V S02E01-4 Review - New Year, New U; Justice Never Forgets; H Is for Human; BagsAaron and Chase discuss the latest season of Gen V in an unrefined manner, expressing their underwhelmed reaction to the season's start. Your hosts express great concern while being cautiously excited for the rest of the season.Contact UsDo you have any questions or comments? Visit thelorehounds.com, where you can use the contact form or the voicemail feature. Or, send us an email to radioactive@thelorehounds.comJoin the conversation on DiscordANDfollow us on Bluesky @Radioactive141 O...
2025-10-031h 00
The LorehoundsNevermind the Music - S1 Retrospective - Interview w/Mark & NicholeDavid sits down with Mark and Nicole from Nevermind the Music to discuss the origins of their podcast, their creative process, and plans for season two. The conversation explores how a sabbatical project evolved into a unique blend of music theory and psychology, the challenges of recording an entire season in advance, and what it means to find your people in an unexpected podcasting community. Mark and Nicole share insights into their collaborative dynamic, how they select songs, and the spontaneous chemistry that makes each episode work.Subscribe to Nevermind the MusicVia the Lorehounds...
2025-10-021h 00
The LorehoundsAlien: Earth - Season Preview - Production Details & Coverage PlansDavid and Elysia preview FX's upcoming sci-fi horror series Alien: Earth, discussing Noah Hawley's approach to the franchise, production details, and The Lorehounds Network's comprehensive coverage plans. The episode covers the show's setting two years before the original 1979 film, casting details including Sydney Chandler and Timothy Olyphant, and how the series connects to the broader Alien universe. Spoiler discussion begins at the 32-minute mark with story details and trailer analysis.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal at oschaslings.comContact Us
2025-08-0745 min
The LorehoundsThe Eternaut S1 - OneshotDavid and Anthony dive deep into Netflix's The Eternaut, analyzing how the Argentine series masterfully combines five different genre elements - disaster movie, post-apocalyptic survival, alien invasion, body snatchers horror, and hints of time travel - into one cohesive narrative. They explore the show's political allegory rooted in Argentina's "Dirty War" period, its emphasis on collective action over rugged individualism, and how it successfully updates a beloved 1957 graphic novel while maintaining authentic performances and tight storytelling. The discussion includes comparisons to Station Eleven, analysis of the show's cultural transmission themes, and speculation about Season 2's direction.Check...
2025-08-021h 04
The LorehoundsSuperman (2025) – DCUniverseJean and Elysia go super-sized on the lore for the first official film entry of the new DCU, from character backstories to key comic and movie-history references to what's next.Loathsome Lex, T-sphere domination, and going off the record in interviews – here's why James Gunn's new Superman works for them.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and...
2025-07-142h 24
Comics 'VS - A Lorehounds Podcast – MCUniverse & DCUniverseSuperman (2025) – DCUniverseJean and Elysia go super-sized on the lore for the first official film entry of the new DCU, from character backstories to key comic and movie-history references to what's next.Loathsome Lex, T-sphere domination, and going off the record in interviews – here's why James Gunn's new Superman works for them.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and u...
2025-07-142h 24
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E10 - The PerimeterElysia & John say goodbye to their favorite humans in the Season Finale of Murderbot.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comAny 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/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h...
2025-07-111h 05
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E09 - All Systems RedElysia & John want you to know they... copy... in the penultimate episode of Murderbot.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comAny 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/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h...
2025-07-0448 min
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E08 - Foreign ObjectElysia & John talk love triangles and space soap operas in this episode of Murderbot.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comAny 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/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h...
2025-06-2851 min
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E07 - Complementary SpeciesJohn and Elysia mix the sweet with the bitter in this episode of Murderbot.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comAny 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/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h...
2025-06-2048 min
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E05 - Rogue War Tracker InfiniteJohn and Elysia talk about deep cuts from Sanctuary Moon and give a cringe rating to Leebeebee in this episode of Murderbot.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other en...
2025-06-0636 min
The LorehoundsMurderbot - S01E04 - Escape Velocity ProtocolJohn and Elysia sing to distract the enemy while they follow an unlikely group of allies debate whether to kill their weird robot friend.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Ad...
2025-05-3039 min
The LorehoundsOscars 2025 – The 10 Best Picture NomineesIn the final episode of the Lorehounds 2025 Oscars prep series, David joins Elysia to talk about his own Best Picture nominees Death Race. What follows is a rundown of the 10 nominated movies, what they're about, which are recommended, what other nominations they have, and what nominations they are likely to win. Along the way, they check in with members of the Lorehounds community, Death Racers, and even their own Moms to get a broader picture of the impact of this year's Academy-anointed top 10.Join the Lorehounds' ESPN Oscar picks pool (p...
2025-03-012h 50Nevermind the MusicBonus! - Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music (feat. David Lorehound)What better excuse for a bonus episode than the great new SNL documentary? David from The Lorehounds joins Mark and Nichole for a deep dive on Questlove's documentary chronicling Saturday Night Live's extraordinary musical history. The hosts break down the documentary's remarkable opening medley, discuss how SNL transformed live television music performances, and explore the show's role in launching countless musical careers. From iconic impersonations to controversial live moments, they examine how SNL became a premier showcase for musical innovation and artistic expression over five decades. Tune in tomorrow for our regularly scheduled Sidetrack (and next week for a...
2025-02-171h 38The LorehoundsAgatha All Along – The Coven QuizOnce upon a Witches' Road, 8(!) Lorehounds got together to look back on Agatha All Along and ask: which witch is which of us?Join Elysia's podcast birthday party and play along with these 11 questions to find out which witch you are – and reminisce with us about the highlights of the season as we form our own Lorehounds coven.Find the questions hereHere are the color-coded answersHere is the Lorehounds' coven results matrixContact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at...
2025-01-232h 32The LorehoundsBONUS: The Top Shows of 2024 - This Time with FriendsThe cohosts and affiliates are back to give rank their top shows of 2024. With interviews by David and John and even a fully-produced Nevermind the Music episode, there are plenty of takes in this bonus episode. Don't forget to listen to Part 1 of the rankings for Elysia, David, and John's takes on the year, as well as community rankings.See the Community Results Compiled by GregsawLorehounds Community SurveyContact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature...
2024-12-261h 23The LorehoundsSecond Breakfast #26 - The Top 10 Shows of 2024David, John, and Elysia rank their favorite shows of 2024. With last minute adjustments, extra categories, and vigorous debate, the Lorehounds share their definitive lists for the year. We also hear from the community via a ranked-choice poll. And don't forget to come back tomorrow for Part 2 of the rankings featuring our cohosts and affiliates.See the Community Results Compiled by GregsawLorehounds Community SurveyContact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to...
2024-12-252h 22
The LorehoundsHot Frosty & Our Little Secret - Netflix Christmas 2024The 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 UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an e...
2024-12-2354 minThe LorehoundsCROSSPOST: Never Mind The Music - Enjoy The SilenceDavid introduces Mark and Nicole's episode about Depeche Mode's 1990 hit, "Enjoy the Silence," from the Lorehounds Affiliate Never Mind The Music podcast. He discusses how their unique approach to music analysis aligns with the Lorehounds' style of looking beneath the surface, highlighting their exploration of musical theory and human psychology. While Mark breaks down how the song's chords and guitar riff interconnect, Nicole explores introversion and extroversion's role in shaping personality. David shares his personal connection to the song while emphasizing the podcast's ability to engage listeners regardless of their familiarity with the featured music.
2024-11-2231 minThe LorehoundsPoltergeist (1982) vs. Poltergeist (2015) - Spooktober 2024A haunted greeting to all! Elysia leads David & John through a Spooktober showdown between the original Halloween classic, Poltergeist (1982), and its 2015 remake. Two families, two psychic ringers, and more face off while the Lorehounds decide the official winner of this ghostly-horror battle. Join us on Patreon & Supercast with the links below for a bonus episode about the two sequels to the original movie.Contact UsQuestions 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...
2024-10-282h 17
HorrorHounds - A Lorehounds PodcastPoltergeist (1982) vs. Poltergeist (2015) - Spooktober 2024A haunted greeting to all! Elysia leads David & John through a Spooktober showdown between the original Halloween classic, Poltergeist (1982), and its 2015 remake. Two families, two psychic ringers, and more face off while the Lorehounds decide the official winner of this ghostly-horror battle. Join us on Patreon & Supercast with the links below for a bonus episode about the two sequels to the original movie.Contact UsQuestions 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...
2024-10-282h 16The LorehoundsBeetlejuice (1988) & Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) - OneshotBrandon the Bard joins Elysia to relive their love for the original Beetlejuice from 1988 before hashing out everything they feel worked and didn't work about the 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, with musical moments and input from the Lorehounds community.Contact UsQuestions 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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny...
2024-09-241h 53
HorrorHounds - A Lorehounds PodcastBeetlejuice (1988) & Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) - OneshotBrandon the Bard joins Elysia to relive their love for the original Beetlejuice from 1988 before hashing out everything they feel worked and didn't work about the 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, with musical moments and input from the Lorehounds community.Contact UsQuestions 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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny...
2024-09-241h 53
Radioactive RamblingsMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Check out Nevermind the Music https://thelorehounds.com/podcast/nevermind-the-musicGet in touch: NeverMusicPod@gmail.comFind them on Instagram @nevermusicpodLinks to the Lorehounds’ Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehounds...
2024-09-1006 min
Tolkien - The LorehoundsMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 min
The Wheel of Time - The LorehoundsMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 min
The Sonic Screwcast - A Doctor Who PodcastMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 min
Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 min
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - The LorehoundsMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 min
The LorehoundsMeet Nevermind the MusicCalling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor.Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions like which single album each of us would take to a desert island to listen to for the re...
2024-09-1028 minThe LorehoundsAlien: Romulus (2024) - Trailer Reaction & Coverage PreviewIn this special crossover podcast, David is joined by Ayesha from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever. They discuss the upcoming plans for the two podcasts to collaborate on the 45th anniversary for the original 1979 movie, Alien, as well as the upcoming film, Alien Romulus. They discuss the two trailers that have been released for Romulus and talk about what they are most excited for with this new addition to the franchise.Check out Every Single Sci-Fi Film Everwww.everyscififilm.comFollow Ayesha on Instagram where she posts regularly:www.instagram...
2024-08-0532 min
Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte S1 wrap-up gameshowIt'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 W...
2024-07-311h 51
The LorehoundsThe Acolyte S1 wrap-up gameshowIt'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 W...
2024-07-311h 51Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E08 Feedback – The AcolyteJohn joins Elysia to talk through not only his thoughts about the finale of The Acolyte, and the season as a whole – but also how the show is being received throughout the community. (And how grateful we all are to have some respectful discourse from fans.) Along the way we discuss everything from the complexities of social work to the pros and cons of that Imri Cantaros theory going around.(Stay tuned to this feed for a spoiler-filled season wrap-up episode coming soon as well!)Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds cr...
2024-07-222h 01
The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E08 Feedback – The AcolyteJohn joins Elysia to talk through not only his thoughts about the finale of The Acolyte, and the season as a whole – but also how the show is being received throughout the community. (And how grateful we all are to have some respectful discourse from fans.) Along the way we discuss everything from the complexities of social work to the pros and cons of that Imri Cantaros theory going around.(Stay tuned to this feed for a spoiler-filled season wrap-up episode coming soon as well!)Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds cr...
2024-07-222h 01Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E08 – The AcolyteIn 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 seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thel...
2024-07-211h 01
The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E08 – The AcolyteIn 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 seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thel...
2024-07-211h 01Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E07 Feedback – ChoiceIn part two of our "Choice" breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7, Elysia and John field a full range of feedback, from this episode's biggest fans to (balanced) skeptics, and both your wildest and most grounded theories. Plus, prompted by your questions, they take a deep dive into the Jedi code and the rules of attachment – ending on the mic drop email of Spoiler Policy-gate.Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehounds...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E07 Feedback – ChoiceIn part two of our "Choice" breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7, Elysia and John field a full range of feedback, from this episode's biggest fans to (balanced) skeptics, and both your wildest and most grounded theories. Plus, prompted by your questions, they take a deep dive into the Jedi code and the rules of attachment – ending on the mic drop email of Spoiler Policy-gate.Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehounds...
2024-07-141h 49Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E07 – ChoiceThe Great Hyperspace Disaster, nuna legs, Vergences in the Force – Elysia and John explain it all in their breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7: "Choice." What did we learn from this new perspective on the Brendok witches coven, and what answers does the showrunner tell us to expect in the finale?Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E07 – ChoiceThe Great Hyperspace Disaster, nuna legs, Vergences in the Force – Elysia and John explain it all in their breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7: "Choice." What did we learn from this new perspective on the Brendok witches coven, and what answers does the showrunner tell us to expect in the finale?Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list
2024-07-121h 43The LorehoundsOneshot – Interview with the Vampire S1&2Kristina from Vampire Insider joins Elysia to talk about the best show on TV that you might not yet be watching: Interview with the Vampire on AMC+ (and temporarily Netflix, later this year) – beginning with a spoiler-free look at that series for anyone who's still deciding whether or not it's for you.And then we bite into the highs and heartbreaks of both seasons of the show, and the rest of AMC's Immortal Universe, plus the Vampire Chronicles books by Anne Rice – but we save book-spoiler-based speculation about what might be coming in the confirmed season 3 for a sp...
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HorrorHounds - A Lorehounds PodcastInterview with the Vampire S1&2 - OneshotKristina from Vampire Insider joins Elysia to talk about the best show on TV that you might not yet be watching: Interview with the Vampire on AMC+ (and temporarily Netflix, later this year) – beginning with a spoiler-free look at that series for anyone who's still deciding whether it's for them.And then we bite into the highs and heartbreaks of both seasons of the show, and the rest of AMC's Immortal Universe, plus the Vampire Chronicles books by Anne Rice – but we save book-spoiler-based speculation about what might be coming in the confirmed season 3 for a special sect...
2024-07-082h 38Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E06 – Teach / CorruptElysia and John "Teach / Corrupt" extra insight into The Acolyte episode 6 – from everything we know (and have been told by the showrunner) about the Unknown planet to what we should keep in mind about Vernestra's conversation with the alien Senator with the Beastie Boys name.Plus, more dives, of course – including a unique style of fighting only possible with a lightsaber.Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E06 – Teach / CorruptElysia and John "Teach / Corrupt" extra insight into The Acolyte episode 6 – from everything we know (and have been told by the showrunner) about the Unknown planet to what we should keep in mind about Vernestra's conversation with the alien Senator with the Beastie Boys name.Plus, more dives, of course – including a unique style of fighting only possible with a lightsaber.Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star...
2024-07-062h 03Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E05 – NightElysia and John dissect "Night," episode 5 of The Acolyte – a thrilling gut punch of an episode. From secret Sith and secret second blades to the Knights of Ren and our goodbye to saying John's favorite name on the show – unlike Bazil we won't leave you alone in the jungle (of Acolyte analysis).Trailer-based discussion: 01:17:47 – 01:19:52Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast p...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E05 – NightElysia and John dissect "Night," episode 5 of The Acolyte – a thrilling gut punch of an episode. From secret Sith and secret second blades to the Knights of Ren and our goodbye to saying John's favorite name on the show – unlike Bazil we won't leave you alone in the jungle (of Acolyte analysis).Trailer-based discussion: 01:17:47 – 01:19:52Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover seriesLinks to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast p...
2024-06-281h 38Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E04 – DayElysia and John are back to break down episode 4 of The Acolyte season 1 – “Day.” One calls it half an episode, the other the pivot point in a mirror image. Their scene-by-scene walkthrough picks out telling character moments, the most important lore, the silliest hashtags, and what the actors have said about their motivations in scenes. And then Elysia drops another non-Jedi/Sith Force-user lorebomb, mining Canon and Legends alike for some of the most unusual types of Force users in the galaxy.Trailer-based discussion: 00:52:17 – 00:55:22Part of The Star Wars Canon Ti...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E04 – DayElysia and John are back to break down episode 4 of The Acolyte season 1 – “Day.” One calls it half an episode, the other the pivot point in a mirror image. Their scene-by-scene walkthrough picks out telling character moments, the most important lore, the silliest hashtags, and what the actors have said about their motivations in scenes. And then Elysia drops another non-Jedi/Sith Force-user lorebomb, mining Canon and Legends alike for some of the most unusual types of Force users in the galaxy.Trailer-based discussion: 00:52:17 – 00:55:22Part of The Star Wars Canon Ti...
2024-06-211h 21Radioactive RamblingsThe Boys - Season 4 Eps 1-3 Review - Department of Dirty Tricks, Life Among the Septics, We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying HereHuman centipedes, brain goop, and bloomin' onions are only half the fun as season 4 of our favorite superhero satire starts with a bang! Aaron, Chase, Richard, and special guest John from The Lorehounds give their spoiler-free hot takes before deep diving into the characters and plot this season.Contact UsQuestions or comments? Visit thelorehounds.com, where you can use the contact form or the voicemail feature. Or, send us an email to radioactive@thelorehounds.comJoin the conversation on DiscordAND
2024-06-191h 37Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E03 – DestinyA 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 – 01:39:33Part of The Star Wars Canon Tim...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E03 – DestinyA 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 – 01:39:33Part of The Star Wars Canon Tim...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E02 – Revenge / JusticeWe 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 – 01:08:59Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series
2024-06-081h 34Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E02 – Revenge / JusticeWe 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 – 01:08:59Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series
2024-06-081h 34Star Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastThe Acolyte – S01E01 – Lost / FoundStep 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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode listMusic...
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The LorehoundsThe Acolyte – S01E01 – Lost / FoundStep 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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsThe Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode listMusic...
2024-06-061h 20
Tolkien - The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - S01E01 & E02 - Shadow of the Past & AdriftDavid and John explore the history of the Trees of Valinor seen in the prologue to S01E01 of The Rings of Power. The Lorehounds then do a deep dive into the life of Finrod, Galadriel’s brother and her primary motivation in the show. And what in Middle-earth did Meteor Man say to Nori? The guys have some ideas.The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast SeriesPrologue: 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...
2024-06-0650 minTolkien - The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - Instant Take - S01E01 & E02David and John take the stage on the Bald Move Discord server to give their hot takes on the premiere of the first two episodes of The Rings of Power. Aron joins the Lorehounds to give some of his opening thoughts on the series, and audience questions lead the conversation into some deep lore territory.The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast SeriesPrologue: 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)...
2024-06-0548 min
Tolkien - The LorehoundsThe Second Age - Epilogue: FeedbackDavid and John have finished their deep dive into the Second Age in preparation for Season 1 of the Rings of Power. Aron joins them to discuss recent news, answer listener feedback and to talk about what’s next for the Lorehounds. BONUS Segment: David interviews Librarian Emeritus Marilyn R. Pukkila about Tolkien’s fellowship with the TCBS.The Lorehounds: History of the Second Age Podcast SeriesPrologue: 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...
2024-05-311h 30The LorehoundsThe Lorehounds Play - E06 - HaloJohn and Brandon are joined by Jean to journey through the galaxy and combat alien factions in Halo, the series that began the online gaming revolution. They discuss the latest in gaming news and what they've been playing before diving into the history, lore, and story of Halo.Contact UsQuestions 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.
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The LorehoundsOscars Coverage - Part 2 - Hidden GemsIn part 2 of the Lorehounds Oscars 2024 prep series, David and Elysia explore the "Hidden Gems" of the Oscars season: the animated, international, documentary, and shorts categories. They're joined by documentary producer Pedro, animation director Hjalti, and more voices from the Lorehounds community with extra insight into movie-making, the awards circuit, and this year's nominees. Contact UsQuestions 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 j...
2024-03-052h 43The LorehoundsRerelease: Dune Part 1 - Properly HowardBack in August 2021, Steve and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Reviews (an affiliate of The Lorehounds) invited David, John and Elysia on to discuss the Denis Villeneuve movie, Dune Part 1. Dune Part 2 has been released in the theaters and The Lorehounds are planning to do a Oneshot review. Ahead of that we thought we would re-release this podcast for Part 1 to help set the stage for Part 2.Contact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, s...
2024-02-2955 minThe LorehoundsPreview: Rings and Rituals with Marilyn R PukkilaDavid & John talk with Marilyn R. Pukkila to introduce Rings and Rituals: a new podcast analyzing the rituals portrayed in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Marilyn will be joined by Dr. Sara Brown of Signum University for this 8 episode series that will examine the nature of ritual, both as seen in Rings of Power and also in our daily lives. Subscribe to the Rings & Rituals podcast feed to listen to each of the episodes when they release.Subscribe to theRings & Rituals Podcast FeedContact Us
2024-02-2819 min
The LorehoundsOscars Coverage - Part 1 - The HeadlinersDavid 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 & Du...
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The Wheel of Time - The Lorehounds2024 Oscars - Lorehounds Coverage PlansGet ready for the Oscars with the Lorehounds! In this quick preview ep, David and Elysia lay out what to expect from their upcoming Oscars prep series, from the films covered (all of them, spoiler-free) to the voices from the Lorehounds community and beyond offering unique perspectives you won’t find elsewhere. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to figure out which movies are worth watching, the biggest behind-the-scenes stories of the year, and which names are most likely to help you win your office Oscars pool.Oscars Death Race Tracking: oscarsdeathrace.com, deathracetracking.com
2024-02-1816 minStar Wars - A Lorehounds Podcast2024 Oscars - Lorehounds Coverage PlansGet ready for the Oscars with the Lorehounds! In this quick preview ep, David and Elysia lay out what to expect from their upcoming Oscars prep series, from the films covered (all of them, spoiler-free) to the voices from the Lorehounds community and beyond offering unique perspectives you won’t find elsewhere. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to figure out which movies are worth watching, the biggest behind-the-scenes stories of the year, and which names are most likely to help you win your office Oscars pool.Oscars Death Race Tracking: oscarsdeathrace.com, deathracetracking.com
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The Lorehounds2024 Oscars - Lorehounds Coverage PlansGet ready for the Oscars with the Lorehounds! In this quick preview ep, David and Elysia lay out what to expect from their upcoming Oscars prep series, from the films covered (all of them, spoiler-free) to the voices from the Lorehounds community and beyond offering unique perspectives you won’t find elsewhere. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to figure out which movies are worth watching, the biggest behind-the-scenes stories of the year, and which names are most likely to help you win your office Oscars pool.Oscars Death Race Tracking: oscarsdeathrace.com, deathracetracking.com
2024-02-1816 minThe LorehoundsThe Lorehounds Play - E05 - Final Fantasy VII RemakeJohn and Brandon retrace their steps through Midgar in Final Fantasy VII Remake. They discuss their experiences with the Final Fantasy series and introduce their new rating system before recapping a surprisingly fresh remake of a game going on 30. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions 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...
2024-02-151h 28The LorehoundsOneshot - Fargo - S05E05-10David and John discuss the second half of Season 5 of Fargo on FX on Hulu. They give their hot takes on an amazing season of TV before discussing themes of justice vs. law, moral and monetary debts, and ending the cycle of violence.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Fargo thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering second half of the season.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds.com, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us...
2024-01-191h 17The LorehoundsThe Lorehounds Play - E04 - SkyrimJohn and Brandon take an arrow to the knee while exploring the lands of Tamriel in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. They discuss their impressions of the main quest and gameplay before comparing their favorite side quests. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions 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:
2023-12-291h 30The LorehoundsSecond Breakfast - Part 2 - Elevenses!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 tr...
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The LorehoundsSecond Breakfast - Top 10 TV for 2023It’s the end of the year and it would not be the same without a supersized Second Breakfast podcast! John and David catch up on life and then open up the feedback mail bag to read holiday greetings from the community.Then, David & John rank their Top 10 favorite TV shows for 2023 and include the results from the first ever Lorehounds Community Top 10 rankings (1:11).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-resultsContact UsQu...
2023-12-243h 09The LorehoundsOneshot - Fargo - S05E01-04David and John discuss the first four episodes of Season 5 of Fargo on FX on Hulu. They discuss the legacy of Noah Hawley and the Fargo brand, the show's unique take on good vs. evil, and the themes of patriarchy scattered throughout the season.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Fargo thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering second half of the season.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds.com, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or jo...
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Severance - The Lorehounds & Properly HowardPreview: Beacon 23 PodcastDavid 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 hereWool-Shift-DustFind all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here:thelorehounds.comJoin the discussion on discord:The Lorehounds Server DiscordAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out...
2023-11-0712 minStar Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastPreview: Beacon 23 Podcast CoverageDavid 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-DustFind all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here:thelorehounds.comJoin the discussion on discord:The Lorehounds Server DiscordAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out...
2023-11-0612 min
The Wheel of Time - The LorehoundsPreview: Beacon 23 Podcast CoverageDavid 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 hereWool-Shift-DustFind all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here:thelorehounds.comJoin the discussion on discord:The Lorehounds Server DiscordAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out...
2023-11-0612 min
The LorehoundsPreview: Beacon 23 Podcast CoverageDavid 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 hereWool-Shift-DustFind all of the Lorehounds Affiliate podcasts here:thelorehounds.comJoin the discussion on discord:The Lorehounds Server DiscordAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out...
2023-11-0612 minThe LorehoundsBear McCreary InterviewDavid and John welcome Bear McCreary to the Lorehounds Podcast. They discuss his work scoring The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Foundation, and all of his other television and video game work. Bear reveals details about his creative process, his immersion in fantasy and sci-fi worlds, and moving forward to new projects.Find Out More About Bear McCrearyBear's WebsiteListen to Elysia's PodcastWool-Shift-DustListen to Properly HowardProperly HowardListen to Our Severance FeedSeverance Podcast C...
2023-10-291h 15Severance - The Lorehounds & Properly HowardSeverance - Season One PreviewSteve and Anthony from Properly Howard and David and John from The Lorehounds announce their joint venture to cover Severance on Apple TV+.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at severance@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episode.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on YouTube at youtube.com/@thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Severance over on our Discord Server.Listen to Steve and Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardListen to David and Jo...
2023-10-1610 minStar Wars - A Lorehounds PodcastAhsoka - S01E01-E02 - Master and Apprentice & Toil and TroubleDavid and John begin their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the movie-quality production, the return of the crew of the Ghost, and the mysterious history between Ahsoka and Sabine. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, 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.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us o...
2023-08-261h 59The LorehoundsWool-Shift-Dust: The Silo S1 Awards Game Show!Silo's first season may be over on Apple TV+, but we're not ready to let go just yet! For one final episode to wrap up the season, Elysia and Luke call in John, David, and Jean of The Lorehounds to hand out awards for everything from the best episode to the best prop of the season. Expect more sounds, more silliness, but takes as deep as ever in our final first season wrap-up party.This episode includes spoilers for the entire first season of Silo, plus the first half of the book Wool. Not...
2023-07-241h 39The LorehoundsIt's Our Birthday! - Conversations with our FriendsIt's been one year since the release of the first episode of the Lorehounds Podcast. We're incredibly grateful to you, our listeners. So, we've decided to release the interview portion of our latest episode of Second Breakfast for the public. We chat with our network affiliates, contributors, and friends about what podcasting means to them.Listen to Elysia's Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardContact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds...
2023-07-141h 10The LorehoundsBONUS: Whool-Shift-Dust - Mid-Season Check-inIn this special bonus episode, David & John join Lorehound Network Affiliate Elysia to dig into thoughts and theories about the first six episodes of Silo on Apple TV+.In the first part of the show, the trio talk about their spoiler-free thoughts on this new, exciting series and then the conversation moves into a conversation about specifics of what everyone is enjoying, theories and predictions for where the show might be heading.Join us for further discussion of all things Silo over on our Discord Server.Contact Us...
2023-06-0947 minThe LorehoundsThe Lorehounds Play - E01 - The Last of Us Part 1AJohn and Brandon launch their new podcast about video games called The Lorehounds Play. They return to the bleak world of The Last of Us, the 2013 hit game from Naughty Dog. After giving their general thoughts on the game, they give a background on the development of the video game. Then, Brandon and John recap the first half of this masterpiece in video game story telling.Find Brandon OnlineTwitter: @BrandonTheBardTime To Explain: A Destiny Podcast SourcesGrounded: The Making of The Last of Us (Beware...
2023-04-021h 41The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - S01E08 - AlloyedDavid 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 UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com...
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The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - S01E01 & E02 - Shadow of the Past & AdriftDavid and John explore the history of the Trees of Valinor seen in the prologue to S01E01 of The Rings of Power. The Lorehounds then do a deep dive into the life of Finrod, Galadriel’s brother and her primary motivation in the show. And what in Middle-earth did Meteor Man say to Nori? The guys have some ideas.View our Guide to Second Age Elf Factions here.Contact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.co...
2022-09-0550 min
The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - Instant Take - S01E01 & E02David and John take the stage on the Bald Move Discord server to give their hot takes on the premiere of the first two episodes of The Rings of Power. Aron joins the Lorehounds to give some of his opening thoughts on the series, and audience questions lead the conversation into some deep lore territory.Contact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.comFind us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join...
2022-09-0248 minThe LorehoundsThe Second Age - Epilogue: FeedbackDavid and John have finished their deep dive into the Second Age in preparation for Season 1 of the Rings of Power. Aron joins them to discuss recent news, answer listener feedback and to talk about what’s next for the Lorehounds. BONUS Segment: David interviews Librarian Emeritus Marilyn R. Pukkila about Tolkien’s fellowship with the TCBS.Contact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.comFind us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or j...
2022-08-291h 30The LorehoundsThe Rings of Power - Bonus: New Trailer Reaction and YouTube FanFic ReviewsDavid and John share their thoughts live on the Bald Move Discord server about the brand new Rings of Power Trailer! Watch the trailer on YouTube here. After the break, David walks John through a set of YouTube FanFic adaptations within Tolkien’s universe. Don’t forget to join The Lorehounds for an Instant Talk at 11:15 PM ET on September 1 on the Bald Move Discord server right after the premiere of The Rings of Power!Sources: Films inspired by JRR Tolkien by YouTube user @philmusicfiesta. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9B9B5160CCAA7D80
2022-08-2550 minThe LorehoundsThe Second Age - Chapter 5: The Last AllianceDavid and John discuss Tolkien’s experience in World War I before looking into the War of the Last Alliance of Men and Elves. 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) The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien.Contact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an emai...
2022-08-1538 min
The LorehoundsThe Second Age - Chapter 4: The Rings of PowerDavid and John discuss Tolkien’s influence on modern fantasy before telling the story of the forging of 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) The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien.Contact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr...
2022-08-0845 min
The LorehoundsThe Second Age - Chapter 3: The ElvesDavid and John discuss Tolkien’s academic career and obsession with language before breaking down the origin story and political factions of the Elves of Middle-earth. 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) The Nature of Middle-earth by J.R.R. TolkienDownload John’s custom flowchart showing the different groups of Elves during the Second Age: Elves...
2022-08-0149 min