Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 249-303 of the novel. They unpack the political warnings weaved through Paul's journey and explore Bijaz's mysterious role in the Tleilaxu plot.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages covered thus far.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo grab their calculators and explore the history of CHOAM, the massive financial monopoly at the center of the galaxy's economy. They break down its formation in the early days of the Imperium and unpack the enormous impact it had on the next 10,000 years of the galactic empire.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for any of Frank Herbert's Dune novels.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 203-248 of the novel. They explore the question of Paul's agency and break down the awkward night at Alia's temple.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages covered thus far.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo travel to the farthest corner of the galaxy to explore the history and culture of the mysterious Bene Tleilax. They break down the hierarchal and religious society of the xenophobic Tleilaxu and unpack why everyone in the galaxy hates them.This episode contains SPOILERS for all of Frank Herbert's novels.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 160-202 of the novel. They explore the visions of calamity that haunt Paul and Chani's central role in everyone's plans.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages covered thus far.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo grow out their beards and explore the iconic life of Duke Leto Atreides. They unpack his earliest years in Castle Caladan, the loyalty he earns from his subjects, and the dangers of being too honorable in this galaxy.This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first Dune novel.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 100-159 of the novel. They explore the emotional turmoil the ghola Hayt is struggling with and the burden on Alia to live up to her worshippers' expectations.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages covered thus far.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights and impressions of issues #9 and #10.This episode contains SPOILERS for all of Frank Herbert's Dune novels.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 50-99 of the novel. They explore Paul's responsibilities as a religious figurehead and how his life mirrors his father's.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages covered thus far.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo fire up their FTL drives and explore the history of the Spacing Guild. They discuss how the Guild was founded by two scientist lovers and unpack the Guild's messy introduction to the Imperium.This episode contains NO SPOILERS for any of the Dune novels by Frank Herbert.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GomJabbarSend us a tip: https://paypal.me/gomjabbarpodcastCheck out our merch: https://www.gomjabbarshop.comThis podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn more about all our great shows: https://loreparty.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices