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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 UsQuestions, 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/thelorehoundsFind 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 PodcastWool-Shift-DustListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this spoiler-free intro episode to the second season of Wool-Shift-Dust, Luke and Elysia launch their discussion of their next scifi adaptation analysis project, keeping your ears and brains busy between Silo seasons. We lay out why Dune is such a big frickin' deal, the timeline of adaptations, what we'll be covering, why you should get excited for the lesser-known takes, and basically all the background you need to get a better understanding of the story of Dune.Later this season we'll be discussing: the novel Dune, Jodorowsky's Dune, Dune 1984 & video games, Dune 2000 (Syfy), Villeneuve's: Dune pt. 1, a preview of Dune pt. 2, analysis of Dune pt. 2, the novel Dune Messiah, and the Children of Dune Syfy adaptation.Listen to Elysia's Wool-Shift-Dust PodcastWool-Shift-DustJoin the Patreon book club: https://patreon.com/WoolShiftDustFind us on Twitter: @elysiacb & @LukeMIDDUPOr find us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gM5VhTea2TPublished by The LorehoundsMusic: "Tears in the Desert" by D20 SoundsProduction & Sound Design: Elysia BrennerAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John begin their preparation for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+. They discuss the Rogue Jedi and Siege of Mandalore arcs from Star Wars: The Clone Wars, speculate on whether we will see Barriss or Rex in live action, and recap Ahsoka's journey from Jedi, to civilian, to something new. 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 on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind 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.Listen to Elysia's Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardWatch OrderPart 1 - Star Wars: The Clone WarsS05E17 - SabotageS05E18 - The Jedi Who Knew Too MuchS05E19 - To Catch a JediS05E20 - The Wrong JediS07E09 - Old Friends Not ForgottenS07E10 - Phantom ApprenticeS07E11 - ShatteredS07E12 - Victory & DeathPart 2 - Star Wars: RebelsS02E21 - Twilight of the Apprentice: Part IS02E22 - Twilight of the Apprentice: Part IIS04E13 - A World Between WorldsS04E14 - A Fool’s HopeS04E15 - Family Reunion and Farewell: Part IS04E15 - Family Reunion and Farewell: Part IIAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 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@thelorehounds.comFind 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/thelorehoundsAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss tesseracts and 4-dimensional objects, the Bhagavad Gita, and whether real-world swear words belong in science-fiction. Then, they recap one of the funniest episodes in the series. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, 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/thelorehoundsFind 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 Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John uncover interplanetary conspiracies and secret marriages in a galaxy far, far away. They provide some production details and general impressions before diving into the courtship of Anakin and Padme, the addition of a clone army, and the introduction of Count Dooku. 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.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/thelorehoundsListen to Elysia's Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Even when they are out they are in. David, Jean, and Elysia recap the final episode of Marvel's Secret Invasion. The team considers the impact of the show on the MCU overall and inventory all of the superpowers on display in the final fight. Jean talks about some comic book comps and they answer listener feedback.Listen to Elysia's Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly Properly Movie ReviewsContact UsQuestions, 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/thelorehoundsFind 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/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the last part of the third book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, The Farthest Shore. After recapping the plot of the Gerd and Arren's journey to the end of the world and beyond, they discuss the differences between LeGuin and Tolkien's views of death, the ego, and more. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Marilyn's WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeContact UsQuestions, 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/thelorehoundsListen to Elysia's Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Marilyn R. Pukkila, a Tolkien expert and Research Librarian Emerita, joins the conversation to explore the rich depths of The Silmarillion. They dive into the Silmarils' origins, discussing how Fëanor’s ambition reflects a cautionary tale about creation. The chat also unpacks the Noldor’s family tensions and their fallout. Marilyn dissects Melkor's manipulation and the emergence of Ungoliant, examining the dark themes of power and betrayal. Listeners are invited to consider the interplay between light and dark in Tolkien’s mythos.

David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the appearance of Hober Mallow and his injection of energy into the show, the intentions of Demerzel, and the nature of Hari Seldon's existence. Finally, they answer listener feedback.SourcesDoove's Article on Richard HarrisMarilyn's Article on Sharing OxygenContact UsQuestions, 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/thelorehoundsFind 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 Silo PodcastWool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV PodcastListen to Maester Anthony's PodcastProperly HowardAny 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: https://redcircle.com/privacy