The Prestige TV Podcast ‘Shogun’ Episode 5 Recap
Mar 19, 2024
Jo and Rob break down 'Shogun' Episode 5, discussing the title's meanings, Buntaro's return, Toranaga's schemes, Moeka Hoshi's performance as Fuji, and Lady Ochiba's arrival. They explore power dynamics, intricate relationships, and strategic maneuvers within the narrative, highlighting themes of betrayal, honor, freedom, and duty. The conversation touches on unconventional foods, pre-dinner tensions, and Blackthorn's symbolic gesture with swords, providing a deep dive into the complexity of characters and their interactions.
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Multiple Meanings of "Broken to the Fist"
- "Broken to the Fist" has multiple meanings, referencing falconry, cultural assimilation, and Toranaga's control.
- It also alludes to Toranaga's vulnerability to forces like earthquakes.
John Blackthorn's QB Comps
- Listeners debated John Blackthorn's NFL quarterback comparisons, including Jay Cutler, Philip Rivers, Baker Mayfield, and Aaron Rodgers.
- The hosts discussed each comparison's merits, considering looks, family size, and personality.
Toranaga's Manipulation
- Toranaga's Machiavellian nature is evident in how he views others as tools, even ordering Mariko to find another spy to sacrifice.
- This manipulation is evident in his schemes, including pitting council members against each other.