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Historian Nate Ledbetter joins hosts David and Elysia to continue their analysis of Pachinko, focusing on the post-earthquake era through World War II. They explore how war transforms social hierarchies, examine the complex relationships between characters, and discuss the historical context of the Nagasaki bombing. Part 3 will continue the conversation and include listener feedback.The hosts are also considering organizing a book club to read Min Jin Lee's novel that inspired the series. Stay tuned for more details.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

 David and Elysia are briefly joined John and Jean for the first part of the episode to discuss The Penguin's powerful season finale. They explore the show's brilliant character work, particularly Colin Farrell's transformation into Oz Cobblepot and Cristin Milioti's standout performance as Sofia Falcone. The hosts analyze the dark trajectory of Oswald's character through his relationships with Victor, his mother Frances, and the haunting decision that cements his villain status in Gotham City.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Elysia are joined by special guest Nate Ledbetter, a Japanese history expert and Princeton PhD candidate, to explore Season 1 of Pachinko. They discuss the show's unique approach to bilingual storytelling, examine the historical context of 1920s-30s Korean-Japanese relations, and break down key character arcs including Sunja's journey from Korea to Japan. Nate provides valuable insights into the cultural and historical authenticity of the series, from regional accents to significant historical events like the 1923 Great Kantō earthquake.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Elysia introduce their coverage plans for the upcoming HBO Original Series, Dune: Prophecy, premiering on HBO, November 17, 2024. They discuss the show's setting 10,000 years before the Denis Villeneuve Dune films, during the formation of the Bene Gesserit and the early Imperium era. They break down key characters including the Harkonnen sisters and explore the complex political landscape of this pivotal time in the Dune universe.Contact UsQuestions or comments? Send emails to: dune@thelorehounds.com ORVisit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsView our Free Show Guide Onlineduneprophecy.notionlinker.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Our Sponsors:* Check out Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John and Jean dive into DC's All-In Comic Event. The multiverse is sealed, and Darkseid is more powerful than ever. In his new Absolute Universe, heroes are underdogs. Will it be enough?Comics RecappedDC All-In Special #1Absolute Batman #1Absolute Wonder Woman #1Absolute Superman #1Share your own thoughts: comicsversus@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliateslinktr.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jean and Elysia field questions and final thoughts from the Lorehounds community on the final two episodes of Agatha All Along (season 1) and the season as a whole. From what we know about the season's alternative endings to who we think Nicky's dad is and why.Watch out for the season wrap-up game episode releasing in a few days!Share your own thoughts: mcu@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliateslinktr.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elysia and Jean debate the relativity of Agatha's villainy, Nicky's origin story, and where we'll see all these characters next in their recap and breakdown of the last two episodes of Agatha All Along – episode 8: "Follow Me My Friend to Glory at the End" and episode 9: "Maiden Mother Crone."Watch out for a separate mailbag episode to drop in a couple days!Jac Schaeffer's interview with The WrapShare your own thoughts: mcu@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and all the Network Affiliateslinktr.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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join John and guest Marilyn R. Pukkila, a Tolkien scholar and librarian, as they deep dive into the tragic tale of Maeglin from The Silmarillion. They examine the dark legacy of Eöl, the family tensions in Gondolin, and the shadowy themes of love and betrayal. Marilyn highlights how patriarchal influences shape character dynamics, while also addressing sensitive topics like consent and trauma. Their engaging discussion spans the moral complexities of Elven relationships and even touches on the enchanting lore of hidden elven realms.

David and Elysia discuss episodes 4, 5 & 6 of The Penguin, on HBO Max. They breakdown the character arcs for Sofia, Vic and Oswald. Jean will be back for the final podcast covering episodes 7 & after they have aired.*Note: There was a technical error on David’s mic which affected the audio quality of his recording. The issue was identified and fixed after the fact. Apologies. Contact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com.Links 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 Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In case you missed it, Marilyn delivered a lovely paper on The Double-Edged Chisel: The Perilous Knowledge of Creativity at Signum University's New England Moot!Marilyn's WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeFind More Information on Signum University's Moots HereLinks 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.Our Sponsors:* Check out Oscha Slings and use my code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: https://oschaslings.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy