The Lorehounds

David and John reach the end of their journey through HBO's The Last of Us. They present The Case For Joel Miller led by listeners. They debate Joel's sanity, whether he loves Ellie, whether the Fireflies could be trusted with a vaccine, and more.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLOU@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things The Last of Us over on our Discord Server.Special thanks to Lay Zoomer for the custom artwork!Any 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

Dive into the enchanting awakening of the Elves in Middle-earth as they confront the dark influence of Melkor. Unravel the intricate factions of Elves during the First Age and explore the philosophical implications of choice and fate. Discover the early Elves' battle against fear as they misunderstand Orome and delve into the Valar's complex responses to Melkor's capture. With engaging insights on Tolkien's languages and themes of identity, this narrative intertwines rich lore with community reflections and light-hearted moments.

David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. From Roy Kent's pity party to a modern version of "Who's On First?," David and John recap their favorite moments. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contactIf you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server.Any 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 John take a trip to the past with Grogu in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing the return of Ahmed Best and the inclusion of characters from all over the Star Wars franchise, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the capture and rescue of Ragnar, Order 66, and the exposition of Mandalorian culture. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/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 John tackle a truckload of feedback as they reach the beginning of the end of their journey through HBO's The Last of Us. They discuss their general thoughts on the series before presenting The Case Against Joel Miller led by listeners. With so much feedback, check back next week for a Part 2 which will include The Case For Joel Miller and a spoiler section.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLOU@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things The Last of Us over on our Discord Server.Special thanks to Lay Zoomer for the custom artwork!Any 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 John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the 1968 Ursula K. LeGuin book, A Wizard of Earthsea, the first book in The Earthsea Cycle. After giving a background on the book's development and publication history, the trio breaks down the plot, characters, and themes of this foundational work of the fantasy literature canon. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this book's coverage.Marilyn's WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeContact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next Book Nook episode.Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Earthsea over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/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 John head to Coruscant in the Disney+ Original Series, Andor - whoops -The Mandalorian. After discussing who the episode title is referring to, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the attack on Kalevala, the New Republic Amnesty Program, and the status of Bo-Katan's religious affiliation. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/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 John run onto the pitch for their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. From the charm of our favorite coach to the growing dark side of his former padawan, David and John recap their favorite moments. And of course, they discuss Jamie Tart's pronunciation of poop-eh.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contactIf you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server.Any 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 John arrive in Salt Lake City for the season finale of The Last of Us, the latest hit from HBO. After discussing Ashley Johnson's amazing cameo appearance, David and John debate the sanity of Joel, the morality of his decision, and whether he really loves Ellie. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLOU@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehounds Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things The Last of Us over on our Discord Server.Special thanks to Lay Zoomer for the custom artwork!Any 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 John pick up a droid from Peli Motto for their trip to Mandalore in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing Din's treatment of Grogu as a real Mandalorian, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the trip to Tatooine, the crisis on Mandalore, and the heroism of Bo-Katan. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/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