The Lorehounds

David is joined by Elysia to discuss episode 5, Broken to the Fist, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They start out with their overall impressions of the episode and then look more closely some historical context, then a discussion of the major characters and then answer listener feedback.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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

David is joined by Elysia, Ron and Anthony to have a broad ranging conversation about Dune Part 2. They discuss the production of the film as well as the deeper lore from the books that informed the movies from Denis Villeneuve.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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

David & John discuss episode 4 of the new FX series, Shōgun, streaming on Hulu. They discuss the major changes from the book's training segment, the charming ways of Blackthorne, and the different uses of the Eightfold Fence. Then, they answer listener feedback.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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

David and Elysia get back together post-ceremony to talk this year's Academy Awards – were there any surprises? What moments worked, what moments really worked, and what moments really didn't? Then count down their own ranking of the 10 Best Picture nominees, plus offer a preview of what films you might want to watch to get a head start on next year's likely awards nominees.Elysia's Letterboxd list of 2024 Cinema / 2025 Awards Contenders: https://letterboxd.com/illyxia13/list/2024-cinema-2025-awards-contenders/Track your own Death Race at: oscarsdeathrace.com and deathracetracking.comJoin the Death Racers community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/oscarsdeathrace/Watch the Deathies (Academy of Death Racers Awards): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDnz3IPS17kContact 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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

David & John are joined by Ron Dawson of Blade Ronner Media to answer listener feedback and give their final thoughts on True Detective: Night Country.Ron Dawson of the Dungeons ‘n’ Durags podcasthttps://dungeons-n-durags.comContact 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 truedetective@thelorehounds.com.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon: https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewAny 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

John & Elysia discuss episode 3 of the new FX series, Shōgun, streaming on Hulu. They compare their favorite moments before diving into the unpredictable behavior of Blackthorne, the emotional complexity of Mariko, and the tricks of Toranaga. Then, they answer listener feedback.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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

Elysia wraps up the Oscars 2024 prep series with guest host Jean and a look at the Technical Award categories – where blockbusters and Best Picture nominees mingle! We cover what's nominated, our predictions, what you need to know about each category to wow dinner party mates with fun facts, and of course interviews and voicemails going deeper – this time on Oscar snobbery, Godzilla love, Poor Things/Yorgos Lanthimos, the El Conde controversy, and the Sound nominees from the blind perspective. It's the last stuff you need to know before you fill in your Oscar ballot!Track your own Death Race at: oscarsdeathrace.com and deathracetracking.comJoin the Death Racer’s community on RedditWatch the Deathies on YouTube, starting Saturday at 6 pm ETBest Original Score nominees playlist: Spotify playlist, Deezer playlistBest Original Sound nominees playlist: Spotify playlist, Deezer playlistContact 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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howard Movie ReviewsAny 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

In part 2 of the Lorehounds Oscars 2024 prep series, David and Elysia explore the "Hidden Gems" of the Oscars season: the animated, international, documentary, and shorts categories. They're joined by documentary producer Pedro, animation director Hjalti, and more voices from the Lorehounds community with extra insight into movie-making, the awards circuit, and this year's nominees. 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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howar Movie ReviewsAny 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

David is joined by Ron Dawson to breakdown all eight episodes of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, now streaming on Amazon Prime. They start off with their spoiler free thoughts and then get into an analysis of the show, looking at the characters, the guest stars and the amazing finale.You can find Ron Dawson, of the Dungeons 'n' Durags podcast at his website:https://blerdronner.comContact 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.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out Our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howar Movie ReviewsAny 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

David & John begin their coverage of the new FX series, Shōgun, streaming on Hulu. They provide some historical background on the setting before diving into the political machinations of the Council, the disorientation of John Blackthorne, and the mysterious intentions of Lord Toranaga. Then, they answer listener feedback.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 shogun@thelorehounds.com.Find us on BlueSky @thelorehounds or join us for further discussion on our Community Discord Server.Support us on Supercast or Patreon:https://thelorehounds.supercast.com/#subscribehttps://patreon.com/thelorehoundsCheck Out our Affiliate Podcasts:Rings & RitualsSeverance PodcastWool-Shift-DustProperly Howar Movie ReviewsAny 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