Best The Lorehounds Podcasts (2025)

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Superman (2025) – DCUniverse 2:24:05

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3d ago2:24:05

2:24:05

Jean 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 …

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Murderbot - S01E10 - The Perimeter 1:05:52

6d ago1:05:52

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Elysia & John say goodbye to their favorite humans in the Season Finale of Murderbot. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.co…

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Foundation - S03E01 - A Song for the End of Everything 1:29:03

6d ago1:29:03

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John and Marilyn jump into the future in the Season 3 premiere of Foundation. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.com Any opinio…

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Ironheart - S01E04-06 - Gone to the Devil - MCUniverse 2:00:04

12d ago2:00:04

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There's some "Bad Magic" and "Karma's a Glitch" when characters try to say "The Past Is the Past" without dealing with the fallout. Elysia and Jean get into the nitty gritty of the bad decisions made by the lovably imperfect characters of the final three episodes of Ironheart (season 1?) – not to mention all the mystic lore. Then they look forward …

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Murderbot - S01E09 - All Systems Red 48:28

13d ago48:28

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Elysia & John want you to know they... copy... in the penultimate episode of Murderbot. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.…

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28 Years Later (2025) – The evolution of the infected 1:56:52

16d ago1:56:52

1:56:52

28 years after the events of Danny Boyle & Alex Garland's groundbreaking horror classic, Britain is a quarantine wasteland, and the zombie-fueling Rage virus has evolved. Elysia, Jean, and Riley are back (after their Supercast / Patreon look at the original movies 28 Days and 28 Weeks Later) to talk through the laughs, the tears, the wtf moments, a…

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Dune ep 1 – The creation of Dune (update + replay) 1:04:11

17d ago1:04:11

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After a brand new intro with updated information about the plans for the Dune adaptation series, revisit Elysia and Luke's 2022 episode looking at the life and career of Frank Herbert, and how that led him to create the world of Dune. The backdrop to set the stage for next week's introduction to the original novel's first 10 chapters and overall wo…

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Dune Minute Podcast crossover – Dune: Part Two, minute 62: Mother Jessica 35:41

19d ago35:41

35:41

Elysia drops an update about the Dune book breakdown series: watch the feed this Monday! And in the meantime, enjoy this episode from Elysia's appearances on The Dune Minute Podcast this week, checking in on a pregnant Lady Jessica (Rebecca Fergusson) and her very chatty fetus. Find the rest of Elysia's appearances (minutes 61–65) and the rest of Z…

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Murderbot - S01E08 - Foreign Object 51:34

19d ago51:34

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Elysia & John talk love triangles and space soap operas in this episode of Murderbot. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.co…

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Ironheart - S01E01-03 - Riri returns to Chicago - MCUniverse 1:45:47

19d ago1:45:47

1:45:47

Jean and Elysia gather around the mics to talk and why the first three episodes of the new Ironheart series are working so well for them (and a few details that maybe didn't). Who are our new favorite questionable characters, who's the worst of them, what is the nature of this new AI – and what might all this mean for the other Marvel stories we kn…

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[TEASER] Elevenses - The Royal Tenenbaums vs. Isle of Dogs 23:01

21d ago23:01

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David, John, and Elysia shine a spotlight on auteur Wes Anderson by pitting two of his films against each other. The live-action The Royal Tenenbaums goes against the stop-motion Isle of Dogs in an analysis of what makes Anderson's films special. Subscribe for the Full Episode Here: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us: Questions or comments? Send em…

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Murderbot - S01E07 - Complementary Species 48:13

27d ago48:13

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John and Elysia mix the sweet with the bitter in this episode of Murderbot. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.com Any opin…

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Murderbot - S01E06 - Command Feed 49:16

1M ago49:16

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John and Elysia engage in deep breathing exercises and try to set their expectations for their hero moments in this episode of Murderbot. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours pe…

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Andor - Season 2 - Wrap-Up & Roundtable 1:51:25

1M ago1:51:25

1:51:25

David, John, and Elysia reunite for their first three-way conversation about Andor Season 2, diving deep into the show's filmmaking craft, representation issues, and place in Star Wars canon. The hosts explore everything from Tony Gilroy's approach to lore and the squadron coverage format's success, to thoughtful listener feedback on character arcs…

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Murderbot - S01E05 - Rogue War Tracker Infinite 36:57

1M ago36:57

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John 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.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us …

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Doctor Who - S02E08 - The Reality War 1:26:09

2M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

John, Elysia, and Ian recap a twist-filled season finale and the end to another era of the Doctor. They discuss the treatment of Gallifrey lore, the legacy of the Fifteenth Doctor, and the future of Doctor Who. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to sha…

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Doctor Who - S02E08 - The Reality War 1:26:09

2M ago1:26:09

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John, Elysia, and Ian recap a twist-filled season finale and the end to another era of the Doctor. They discuss the treatment of Gallifrey lore, the legacy of the Fifteenth Doctor, and the future of Doctor Who. Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affi…

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The Wheel of Time - Bonus - A Karaethon Cycle reading 10:38

2M ago10:38

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This subscriber-only bonus episode is being released to the public to help raise awareness for the #SaveWoT campaign: A reading of the known verses of the Karaethon Cycle, the Prophesies of the Dragon, with audio accompaniment. (See the final season 2 lorecast from John and Elysia for a breakdown of the lore behind the Karaethon Cycle.) With Amazon…

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Murderbot - S01E04 - Escape Velocity Protocol 39:18

2M ago39:18

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John 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.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to sh…

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Andor - Going Rogue (feat. Tansy Gardam) 1:30:28

2M ago1:30:28

1:30:28

David sits down with film and television producer Tansy Gardam, host of the acclaimed Going Rogue podcast, for a deep dive into Andor's place in the Star Wars universe. They explore how Tony Gilroy's irreverence toward franchise expectations allowed him to craft something truly unique, examining the show's mature storytelling approach that trusts a…

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The Last of Us - S02E07 - Convergence 49:42

2M ago49:42

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David and John have a discussion of what went right and wrong in the season finale of The Last of Us. Note: This conversation got fairly critical. If you are a big fan of the finale, this might be one to skip. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share?…

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Silmarillion Stories - E23 - The Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad 58:19

2M ago58:19

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John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad, the twenty-third story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the fall of Fingon, the capture of Húrin, and how this devastating battle was inspired by Tolkien's World War I experience. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, …

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Doctor Who - S02E07 - Wish World 1:39:04

2M ago1:39:04

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Elysia and Ian enter the world of Conrad's nightmare fantasy, where Classic Who and New-New Who collide, to break down how the pieces of this season (and last) are coming together, what's still left to be revealed, and what happened in those Classic Who episodes that are suddenly so relevant again. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network …

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Doctor Who - S02E07 - Wish World 1:39:04

2M ago1:39:04

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Elysia and Ian enter the world of Conrad's nightmare fantasy, where Classic Who and New-New Who collide, to break down how the pieces of this season (and last) are coming together, what's still left to be revealed, and what happened in those Classic Who episodes that are suddenly so relevant again. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network …

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Murderbot - S01E03 - Risk Assessment 32:36

2M ago32:36

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John and Elysia join Murderbot and PreservationAux on their journey around an alien world to investigate a mysterious radio silence – and all the social awkwardness the crew can possibly put Murderbot through along the way. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, and/or thoughts to s…

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Andor - BONUS - Military Strategy w/ML Cavanaugh 40:02

2M ago40:02

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In this special bonus episode, David welcomes military strategist Matt Cavanaugh to discuss Andor from a unique perspective. Matt, a former Lieutenant Colonel and military instructor, shares insights on how the series portrays rebellion, conflict, and the human cost of war. They explore Luthen's role as a rebel leader, comparing him to historical f…

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The Last of Us - S02E06 - The Price 1:23:18

2M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

David and John talk daddy issues and chocolate cake in this flashback episode of The Last of Us. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinio…

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Thunderbolts* (2025) – MCUniverse 1:33:00

2M ago1:33:00

1:33:00

The New Avengerz have stolen Elysia and Jean's hearts – and inspired a conversation exploring not only the coolest and funniest moments in the film, but also the deeper questions it raises: What is the difference between grief and depression? And what does it take to fight your way out of that...Void? Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails t…

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Doctor Who - S02E06 - The Interstellar Song Contest 1:33:51

2M ago1:33:51

1:33:51

Elysia and John welcome back Ian from Captain's Pod to discuss a Eurovision-themed episode of Doctor Who. They discuss the Doctor's history of darkness, RTD's idea of a good resistance, and what that surprise cameo means for the future of the Doctor's story. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contac…

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Doctor Who - S02E06 - The Interstellar Song Contest 1:33:51

2M ago1:33:51

1:33:51

Elysia and John welcome back Ian from Captain's Pod to discuss a Eurovision-themed episode of Doctor Who. They discuss the Doctor's history of darkness, RTD's idea of a good resistance, and what that surprise cameo means for the future of the Doctor's story. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contac…

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Andor - S02E12 - Jedha Kyber Erso 2:31:30

2M ago2:31:30

2:31:30

David from Delta Squadron and special co-pilot Ayesha Khan from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever podcast discuss the emotional series finale of Andor. They explore Luthen's lasting legacy on the rebellion, Cassian's journey into Rogue One territory, and the powerful closing montage that reveals the fates of key characters. The hosts dive into the poli…

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Murderbot - S01E01-02 - FreeCommerce & Eye Contact 57:50

2M ago57:50

57:50

Elysia and John run right from Andor into another sci-fi universe: Martha Wells' Murderbot. They discuss the first two episodes' character drama, odes to neurodivergence, and corporation-driven future, all while considering the perspective of a defective SecUnit. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Q…

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Andor - S02E11 - Who Else Knows? 1:14:00

2M ago1:14:00

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Echo Squadron's Elysia and Ian hold up K2SO as a robot shield to reach the heart of Kleya, taking a detour to check in on Dedra's downfall along the way, in this important bridge episode to the end of Andor and the film Rogue One. (This episode contains Rogue One spoilers, but there NO episode 12 spoilers.) Check out Captain's Pod: A Star Trek Comp…

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Andor - S02E10 - Make It Stop 1:09:59

2M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Jango Squadron John and Aaron return to a galaxy far, far away to recap the end of an antihero, the sharing of imperial secrets, and Kleya's next move. Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 Here Contact Us Send your own thoughts and findings to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds…

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The Last of Us - S02E05 - Feel Her Love 1:12:12

2M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

David and John triangulate their way through an episode filled with tonal dissonance, evolving fungi, and revenge. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not …

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Doctor Who - S02E05 - The Story and the Engine 51:26

2M ago51:26

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Elysia and John get a cosmic haircut in a mythology-driven episode of Doctor Who. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion …

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Doctor Who - S02E05 - The Story and the Engine 51:26

2M ago51:26

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Elysia and John get a cosmic haircut in a mythology-driven episode of Doctor Who. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion …

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Andor - S02E09 - Welcome to the Rebellion 2:25:50

2M ago2:25:50

2:25:50

David from Delta Squadron is joined by co-pilot Aaron to discuss the phenomenal 9th episode of Andor's second season. They explore Mon Mothma's transformative journey from senator to rebel leader as she delivers a powerful, career-ending speech denouncing Emperor Palpatine and the Gorman massacre. The hosts analyze Cassian's pivotal role in her ext…

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Andor - S02E08 - Who Are You? 1:50:40

2M ago1:50:40

1:50:40

Echo Squadron, this week Elysia joined by Luke from Wool-Shift-Dust, takes a hard look at the most heartbreaking episode in Andor yet – with special attention to the role their two Imperial favorites play in the demise of the once-proud planet of Ghor. Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 Here Luke's podcast: ItCouldBeSaid Contact Us Send your own tho…

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Andor - S02E07 - Messenger 1:11:16

2M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Jango Squadron John and Jean return to a galaxy far, far away to recap force healing prophecies, intra-rebellion politics, and a Ghorman powder keg. Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 Here Contact Us Send your own thoughts and findings to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds An…

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Sinners (2025) – The best vampire movie ever? 2:08:14

2M ago2:08:14

2:08:14

Elysia talks history and filmmaking, Jean brings insights from the Haitian-American experience, and Anthony blesses us with his religious studies knowledge in a conversation sorting through the many layers of Ryan Coogler's sexy vampire bluesical Sinners. The conversation begins with spoiler-free reviews and real talk about the media "controversy,"…

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The Last of Us - S02E04 - Day One 53:50

2M ago53:50

53:50

David and John begin their search of Seattle before the WLF interferes by cutting David's power out. They discuss the reveals about the nature of the WLF and the Seraphites, and the budding romance between Dina and Ellie. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or though…

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[TEASER] Andor - Holocron - On Legends 15:54

2M ago15:54

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John discusses all things Legends with Aaron from Legends Lounge, a podcast that breaks down all the Star Wars Legends novels. They discuss Ghorman, Mon Mothma, and more alternate histories of the rebellion. Listen to Star Wars Legends Lounge Here For the rest of the episode, sign up below! Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass Contact Us Questions …

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Doctor Who - S02E04 - Lucky Day 56:46

3M ago56:46

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Elysia and John meet an old friend for a surprisingly complex adventure in this episode of Doctor Who. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not…

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Doctor Who - S02E04 - Lucky Day 56:46

3M ago56:46

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Elysia and John meet an old friend for a surprisingly complex adventure in this episode of Doctor Who. 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 [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not…

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Andor - S02E06 - What a Festive Evening 2:42:40

3M ago2:42:40

2:42:40

Delta Squadron David and Marilyn close out coverage of the second set of episodes. They dive deep into Cassian & Luthen's strained relationship, discuss the tragedy on Ghorman and answer listener feedbacl. Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 Here Contact Us Send your own thoughts and findings to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, D…

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Andor - S02E05 - I Have Friends Everywhere 1:42:03

3M ago1:42:03

1:42:03

Elysia and Ian are back in Echo Squadron formation to declare "I Have Friends Everywhere" in their breakdown of Star War Andor season 2, episode 5 – where they ask the important questions like: Does Dedra have feelings? What turns Syril on? Should Cassian wear a wig? And what species is that guy Bon from the "travel agency"? Along the way, expect l…

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Andor - S02E04 - Ever Been to Ghorman? 1:08:15

3M ago1:08:15

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Jango Squadron John and Jean return to a galaxy far, far away to recap Cassian and Bix's trauma responses, Saw Gerrera's unpredictability, and Syril's Ghorman schemes. Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 Here Contact Us Send your own thoughts and findings to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.…

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Andor - S02 Season Pass Sampler - Timeline Drops, Holocron Lore, and Rebellion Insights 22:26

3M ago22:26

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This special promotional episode offers a taste of our Season Pass exclusive content featuring highlights from three unique segments. Listeners will experience Elysia's engaging "Rebel Squadron Radio" timeline drops that place Andor within the Star Wars chronology, followed by excerpts from John and Elysia's fascinating Holocron discussion of the a…

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The Wheel of Time - S03 Wrap-up Mailbag 2:23:09

3M ago2:23:09

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Elysia and John visit Randland one more time for the season to answer listener questions with Jean and Mark. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] 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 a…