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The Lorehounds

Welcome to the Lorehounds! We're David, John, and Elysia — proud independent podcasters who dig deep into the shows and movies you love. We go beyond recaps to explore the storytelling, the lore, the themes, and everything in between, bringing genuine passion and thoughtful analysis to every episode. Right now we're breaking down The Pitt, Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, and Daredevil: Born Again, with The Vampire Lestat, House of the Dragon, Ted Lasso, The Bear, Ahsoka, and plenty more on

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44:46

The Pitt - S02E06 - 12 P.M.

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/14

David and John check in on the most emotionally resonant episode of the season, a quieter, contemplative hour in which the ER finally takes a breath. The conversation centers on the death of Louis and the profound found-family grief it unleashes across the staff, alongside a charged debate about the ethics of keeping an incarcerated patient in an already-stretched emergency department, and what Dr. Santos's recent behavior — including two AI charting errors and a performative stand over patient

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114:49

Wonder Man - Episodes 5-8 - Part 2 of 2

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/14

David, Jean, and Elysia wrap up their coverage of Marvel's Wonder Man with the back half of the season, going episode by episode through the finale. The hosts share their spoiler-free hot takes on the full season before diving in, with Jean making the bold case that Wonder Man is the best character-driven story Marvel has told on screen — TV or film. The conversation also touches on the show's pointed social commentary and what the season means for the MCU going forward, closing out with a

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127:44

Independent Spirit Awards 2026 preview – Awards...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/14

Whether or not you plan to watch along when the 2026 Spirit Awards air this Sunday, February 15 (or later), Elysia will walk you through everything you need to know: what's nominated in what categories, what overlaps are there with the Oscars, and what hidden gems might you want to check out.ChaptersEmerging Filmmaker Awards jury prizes (00:02:40)Special Awards jury prizes (00:18:44)Best Feature categories (00:31:10)First Feature categories (00:53:48)Acting categories for film

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69:28

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01E04 - Seven

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/12

John, Elysia, and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the fourth episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They discuss the excuses of Targaryens, the layering of prophecies, and their dream draft team of 7.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: smallcouncil@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

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61:22

The Pitt - S02E05 - 11:00 A.M.

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/06

David and John watch the doctors take each other to task in a contentious episode of The Pitt.Contact UsQuestions 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

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94:01

Oscars 2026 – Animated, Documentary, & Live-Action...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/06

Elysia is joined by Brandon from ShortStick blog and podcast for a look at the five nominees for each of the three short-film Oscar categories: Animated Shorts (00:08:29), Documentary Shorts (00:29:07), and Live-Action Shorts (00:54:48). They lay out what each short film is, what makes it stand out, and where you can see them (when possible), as they discuss how short films works differently from feature films and the more difficult path to nomination, and also call out other top shorts from this

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117:58

Wonder Man - Episodes 1-4 - Part 1 of 2

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/05

David, Jean, and Elysia discuss the first four episodes of Marvel's Wonder Man, exploring the show's unique approach to superhero storytelling through the lens of Hollywood industry satire. The conversation examines how the series balances meta-commentary on franchise fatigue with genuine character development, questioning whether its self-aware critique of Marvel's own practices serves the narrative or undermines it. They also analyze the show's tonal shifts, standout performances,

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84:15

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01E03 - The Squire

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/03

John, Elysia, and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the third episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They talk about the Dunk & Egg relationship, the implications of book changes, and the tough spot Dunk has found himself in.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: smallcouncil@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

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160:55

Percy Jackson and the Olympians S01&02 – Oneshot

The Lorehounds ·

2026/02/01

Book-reader Marilyn and show-and-movies-only Elysia and Jean gather to tell Rick Riordan's stories of the gods and their children in their deep dive into the seas of seasons 1 and 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+.After some background and spoiler-free thoughts on the series overall, they talk through the major character arcs across both seasons, comparing the show to the books and films and questioning what role they would play in this world.(Note: There are NO future spoilers,

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56:55

The Pitt - S02E04 - 10:00 A.M.

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/30

David and John try to put a finger in - I mean on - what makes the Pitt special. They discuss the flirtatious doctors, the mistakes of students, and the show's approach to real-world issues.Contact UsQuestions 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:

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53:02

The evolution of practical VFX – An interview w/ Lee...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/28

Elysia talks to practical VFX artist Lee Romaire about everything he's learned from a 25-year career covering everything from Emmy-winning special-effects makeup and Frankenstein animal gore to Disney park animatronics and robotic red-carpet accessories.Links from the discussion:Romaire Studios websiteKeke Palmer interviews Frank Ocean & the animatronic babySocks recreates the Five Nights at Freddy's experienceCajun Christmas reingatorsContact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our

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58:02

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01E02 - Hard Salt Beef

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/26

John, Elysia, and Steve from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the second episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They talk about lances of all kind, tugs of war, and the meaning of being a knight.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: smallcouncil@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

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131:58

Oscars 2026 – Nominations: the Best Picture 10,...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/25

David and Elysia officially kick of this year's awards-season coverage with their reactions to the 2026 Oscar nominees, including all the new records set by this year's crop. After talking through the headlines (00:11:40), they preview this year's 10 Best Picture nominees (00:30:30) before discussing the biggest surprises and snubs (01:29:19) and the four acting categories (01:49:33). Stick around until the end for a preview of the rest of the coverage plans.The 98th Academy Awards will

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57:53

The Pitt - S02E03 - 9:00 A.M.

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/24

David and John buckle up for the beginning of the action in this episode of The Pitt. They discuss fireworks and PTSD, fatherhood, and bedside manner.Contact UsQuestions 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:

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15:04

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Quick Reaction from...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/22

Captain’s Pod: Warp 9! Star Trek Starfleet Academy: Kids These Days S1E1 Join Ian and Deneé as they invade the Lorehounds feed and provide a warp speed recap of the latest episode of Starfleet Academy! 00:1:10 - Spoiler free thoughts00:02:51 - Spoiler thoughtsFind Captain’s Pod:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captains-pod-a-star-trek-companion/id1594652949Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71L5tu5ALuMq0PFMy1Q6TH?si=838316a20a0d4e06For early and ad-free access to the show PLUS other

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75:18

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01E01 - The Hedge...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/20

John, Elysia, and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the premiere of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They discuss the drama and the moisture surrounding the most earnest man in Westeros.Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: smallcouncil@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

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125:18

MCU vs. DCU – Which will rule 2026 (and beyond)?

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/20

Jean and Elysia convene to assess the states of both the MCU and DCU going into 2026, pitting them head-to-head across 4 categories. What upcoming projects get them (and you) most excited, and when the votes are tallied, which franchise will they crown the current winner?Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, thoughts to share?Send us an email at comicsvs@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the

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42:24

The Pitt - S02E02 - 8:00 A.M.

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/16

David and John settle in for a pretty hilarious episode of The Pitt. They discuss the growing tension between the attending doctors, the character arcs they expect to see, and the level of medical gore in the show.Contact UsQuestions 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

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47:31

BAFTA 2026: Longlisted Shorts – Britain's best cinema...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/16

The awards season is also heating up in Europe, with Round Two of BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) voting underway. With the longlists announced, Elysia takes you on a tour of the 16 short films longlisted in two categories – what makes each special, which can you find where to watch yourself, which might you have already seen, and which short has turned up in a Lorehounds episode again, for the third time?Previous episode: 2026 Oscar-Qualified Shorts – Top 20 for LorehoundsFilms

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36:23

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Captain's Pod Season...

The Lorehounds ·

2026/01/13

David is joined by Ian and Deneé from The Captain's Pod to discuss the upcoming series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, premiering January 15th. The conversation explores the show's premise, its place in the modern Trek landscape, and The Captain's Pod's plans for comprehensive season coverage. Ian and Deneé share their excitement for returning to the optimistic heart of Starfleet through the eyes of a new generation of cadets.Contact the Captain's Pod:Email:

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