The Lorehounds

Jean and Elysia herald the coming of Galactus in their deep dive into the newest Marvel movie, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. After laying out what this incarnation got right where so many have failed before, as well as the key comic lore to help you understand the whole cast of characters, they end with a look at what's planned so far for the rest of the MCU's Phase IV, with new details about the key projects coming in the road to Secret Wars (01:48:44).Contact UsQuestions or comments? Send emails to: mcu@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Podcastslinktr.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

David and Anthony dive deep into Netflix's The Eternaut, analyzing how the Argentine series masterfully combines five different genre elements - disaster movie, post-apocalyptic survival, alien invasion, body snatchers horror, and hints of time travel - into one cohesive narrative. They explore the show's political allegory rooted in Argentina's "Dirty War" period, its emphasis on collective action over rugged individualism, and how it successfully updates a beloved 1957 graphic novel while maintaining authentic performances and tight storytelling. The discussion includes comparisons to Station Eleven, analysis of the show's cultural transmission themes, and speculation about Season 2's direction.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.comLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates:linktr.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

John and Marilyn try to escape Empire in the latest episode of Foundation.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@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

John and Marilyn do some light reading and some heavy partying in the latest episode of Foundation.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@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

David sits down with Tansy Gardam, creator of the Going Rogue podcast, to discuss her latest episode analyzing the 2012 film Dredd and its connection to The Raid as "twin films." Tansy argues that Alex Garland effectively "shadow directed" Dredd, challenging traditional notions of auteur theory while exploring the collaborative nature of filmmaking. The conversation covers Garland's evolution from novelist to screenwriter to director, examining how his approach to authorship reflects broader industry trends toward TV-style showrunner models in film production.The discussion expands to explore Garland's recent controversial work including Warfare, which Tansy describes as "borderline evil," and his creative trajectory from the satirical critique of Dredd to more troubling militaristic themes. They delve into the technical aspects of both Dredd and The Raid's production, from 3D filming techniques to Indonesian martial arts choreography, while examining how these "twin films" illuminate the complex realities of modern film production and the tendency to oversimplify creative processes by focusing solely on directors.Guest Links:Going Rogue Podcast: Available on all major podcast platformsTansy's Patreon: patreon.com/GoingRoguePodcastFollow Tansy on BlueSky: @tansyg.bsky.socialGoing Rogue Podcast BlueSky: @goingroguepodContact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@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

John, David, and Elysia share their hot takes on the 2025 Primetime Emmy nominations, break down how the nomination process works, and look at the streamers head to head – who walked away with the most nods, and for what kinds of shows?Part 2, in two weeks, will dive deeper into the top nominated shows and check in on other Lorehounds favorites.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@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

David and Ron dive deep into the emotional complexity of The Bear's fourth season, exploring how the show breaks television conventions while delivering its most nuanced portrayal of trauma and healing yet. The discussion covers Carmi's difficult decision to step away from the restaurant, the show's masterful use of magical realism, and how recovery frameworks subtly shape character development without ever being explicitly named. From Uncle Lee's pattern-breaking advice to Sydney's pivotal choice between opportunities, the season builds toward a theatrical finale that redefines what resolution looks like in modern television.Check out Ron Dawson online: https://blerdronner.comContact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@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

John and Marilyn meet the Mallows in the latest episode of Foundation.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.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

Jean and Elysia go super-sized on the lore for the first official film entry of the new DCU, from character backstories to key comic and movie-history references to what's next.Loathsome Lex, T-sphere domination, and going off the record in interviews – here's why James Gunn's new Superman works for them.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.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

Elysia & John say goodbye to their favorite humans in the Season Finale of Murderbot.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comCheck out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal: oschaslings.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