The Lorehounds

David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the fourth episode. The discussion explores the delicate balance Burns maintains between chronology and thematic storytelling, drawing from Brian's conversation with his son about AP history.The hosts examine Washington's strategic genius of "winning by not losing" through tactical retreats, the brutal civil war dimension between loyalists and patriots, and the difficulties of managing an empire without instantaneous communication. They address the painful irony of Native American communities who fought for the patriots only to be driven from their lands, and how guerrilla warfare tactics throughout history demonstrate that determined forces can prevail through attrition rather than decisive victories.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the third episode. The discussion explores Burns finding his rhythm in military history storytelling following his Vietnam War series, the crucial connection between military action and congressional politics, and Washington's desperate circumstances at Trenton.The hosts examine themes of American persistence and luck, the humanity and flaws of national heroes who rose to the occasion, and the massive logistical challenges of sustaining an army. A particularly moving moment highlights one soldier's decision to re-enlist sparking others to follow, demonstrating how commitment to revolutionary ideals proved contagious even in the darkest hours.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the second episode. The discussion explores Burns' careful navigation of politically sensitive material, the Declaration of Independence as a radical and inspiring idea that resonated with enslaved peoples, women, and Native Americans, and how tyranny and barbarity ultimately backfire. The hosts examine the emergence of American identity among diverse colonial populations united by a single revolutionary concept: living under a government of their own choosing.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Nichole explore episode three of Pluribus, examining Carol's growing dependence on the joined infrastructure despite her fierce resistance to their collective. The conversation analyzes the visually stunning supermarket sequence, debates whether the episode advances the plot sufficiently, and considers the show's exploration of what happens to human grit and struggle in a world without negativity. They also theorize about the mysterious other unjoined survivor and discuss the science behind RNA, the lysogenic cycle, and how the show uses biological concepts as narrative foundation.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: pluribus@thelorehounds.comOr, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/contact OR record a note on your smartphone and email it to us at the same address.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Loremaster Bryan8063 launch special coverage of PBS's Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution, providing immediate reactions to the first episode. Bryan brings advanced degrees in history and library science, experience as a research librarian at Monticello, and work as an interpretive ranger at the James Garfield home. The discussion explores how Burns frames the mythology of the Revolution, the surprising violence and hardship portrayed, and George Washington's remarkable survival through multiple conflicts. This quick-reaction format will run nightly through the six-episode series, culminating in a roundtable discussion with Marilyn R. Pukkila to examine the historical storytelling and its connection to the upcoming 250th anniversary celebrations.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehounds.comBlog Submissions Visit thelorehounds.com for our open submission policy - Bryan8063 serves as editor-in-chiefLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Explore the subterranean depths of Stephen King lore with Mark and Elysia in their breakdown of HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry season1, episode 3: "Now You See It." From what we all forget about CGI to the show's surprising connections to lore outside the IT novel, they take a closer look at the history, the literature, and the meaning of it all.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: horror@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Nichole from Nevermind the Music kick off their weekly coverage of Vince Gilligan's Pluribus on Apple TV Plus, discussing the show's intriguing premise where a biological phenomenon causes worldwide happiness with devastating consequences. They explore the series' central character Carol, the nature of "the joined" versus the non-infected, and Gilligan's distinctive approach to storytelling that blends science fiction with social commentary. The conversation examines the show's deliberate pacing, its weird and unsettling tone, and the many questions raised by these opening episodes.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: pluribus@thelorehounds.comOr, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/contact OR record a note on your smartphone and email it to us at the same address.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elysia, John, and Mark explore the the influence of Pennywise over Derry. They give their thoughts on the New, New Losers Club, the Pattycakes, and the passive adults of the town. Then, they speculate on how being an outsider can interact with Pennywise's influence.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: horror@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Halloween bonus episode from the subscriber feed:Dick Turpin on Apple TV+ dropped a werebear of a surprise Halloween special on us, so Marilyn, Bob, and Elysia are paying it forward with a surprise Dick Turpin Halloween WhachaWachin of their own! They discuss the unexpected cancelation, and even more unexpected Spooktober special, pick their personal were-animals, and call out their favorite (spooky) Dick Turpin gags.Marilyn & David's Dick Turpin S1 OneshotContact Us: lorehounds@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Nichole introduce their upcoming coverage of Pluribus, Vince Gilligan's new science fiction series coming to Apple TV+ on November 7th. The conversation explores their coverage format, recording schedule, and why they're excited about this Truman Show-esque mystery from the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. In the second half, they dive into trailer analysis and discuss themes of toxic positivity, COVID-era isolation, and the fascinating casting of Rhea Seehorn as "Sad Carol."Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: pluribus@thelorehounds.comOr, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/contact OR record a note on your smartphone and email it to us at the same address.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lorehoundsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy