
The Lorehounds
Welcome to the Lorehounds! We’re David, John, & Elysia and we break down your favorite TV shows, movies and more! Currently covering The Wheel of Time, Andor, The Last of Us, and Doctor Who. Find us on our website at thelorehounds.com
Latest episodes

Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 26min
Doctor Who - S02E08 - The Reality War
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.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 31, 2025 • 11min
The Wheel of Time - Bonus - A Karaethon Cycle reading
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's announcement that they will not continue with The Wheel of Time, we mourn our loss, and hope the wheel turns again in our favor.If you want to join the campaign for Sony to partner with another network to save The Wheel of Time, please visit SaveWoT.com for more information.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comContact UsQuestions or comments? Send emails to: wot@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/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

May 30, 2025 • 39min
Murderbot - S01E04 - Escape Velocity Protocol
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.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 29, 2025 • 1h 30min
Andor - Going Rogue (feat. Tansy Gardam)
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 audiences to piece together complex narratives without exposition dumps. The conversation covers everything from the "curse" that has plagued Star Wars productions since the Holiday Special to why Andor represents a creative black swan event unlikely to be repeated. They also discuss the complex character arcs of Bix and Cinta, the politics embedded in Star Wars storytelling, and how Gilroy's background writing morally complex protagonists shaped Cassian's journey from "roach to butterfly."Get the Season Pass for $10Andor Season PassCheck out Tansy's podcast:Going Rogue: A podcast about the film industryContact UsQuestions or comments? Send emails to: starwars@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateshttps://linktr.ee/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

May 29, 2025 • 50min
The Last of Us - S02E07 - Convergence
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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at tlou@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 26, 2025 • 58min
Silmarillion Stories - E23 - The Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad
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 WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 24, 2025 • 1h 39min
Doctor Who - S02E07 - Wish World
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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 23, 2025 • 33min
Murderbot - S01E03 - Risk Assessment
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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comAny 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

May 21, 2025 • 40min
Andor - BONUS - Military Strategy w/ML Cavanaugh
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 figures, and analyze how Andor succeeds in bringing authentic military strategy to Star Wars. Matt also discusses his upcoming book "Best Scar Wins" about his journey from kidney donation to ultramarathon champion, and reflects on what makes Andor such a compelling addition to the Star Wars universe.Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 HereContact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: starwars@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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 21, 2025 • 1h 23min
The Last of Us - S02E06 - The Price
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 Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at tlou@thelorehounds.comAny 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