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The Lorehounds

Welcome to the Lorehounds! We’re David, John, & Elysia and we break down your favorite TV shows, movies and more! Currently covering It: Welcome to Derry, Talamasca: The Secret Order and Pluribus. Find us on our website at thelorehounds.com

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48:13

Murderbot - S01E07 - Complementary Species

The Lorehounds ·

2025/06/20

John and Elysia mix the sweet with the bitter in this episode 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.Our Sponsors:* Check out Oscha Slings and use my

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49:16

Murderbot - S01E06 - Command Feed

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2025/06/13

John and Elysia engage in deep breathing exercises and try to set their expectations for their hero moments in this episode 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.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:

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111:25

Andor - Season 2 - Wrap-Up & Roundtable

The Lorehounds ·

2025/06/07

David, John, and Elysia reunite for their first three-way conversation about Andor Season 2, diving deep into the show's filmmaking craft, representation issues, and place in Star Wars canon. The hosts explore everything from Tony Gilroy's approach to lore and the squadron coverage format's success, to thoughtful listener feedback on character arcs like Bix, Cinta, and Cyril. Discussion covers the show's mature themes, production values, and legacy as a unique achievement in Star

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36:57

Murderbot - S01E05 - Rogue War Tracker Infinite

The Lorehounds ·

2025/06/06

John and Elysia talk about deep cuts from Sanctuary Moon and give a cringe rating to Leebeebee in this episode 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.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:

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86:09

Doctor Who - S02E08 - The Reality War

The Lorehounds ·

2025/06/02

John, Elysia, and Ian recap a twist-filled season finale and the end to another era of the Doctor. They discuss the treatment of Gallifrey lore, the legacy of the Fifteenth Doctor, and the future of Doctor Who.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other

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10:38

The Wheel of Time - Bonus - A Karaethon Cycle reading

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/31

This subscriber-only bonus episode is being released to the public to help raise awareness for the #SaveWoT campaign:A reading of the known verses of the Karaethon Cycle, the Prophesies of the Dragon, with audio accompaniment.(See the final season 2 lorecast from John and Elysia for a breakdown of the lore behind the Karaethon Cycle.)With Amazon's announcement that they will not continue with The Wheel of Time, we mourn our loss, and hope the wheel turns again in our favor.If you want to join

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39:18

Murderbot - S01E04 - Escape Velocity Protocol

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/30

John and Elysia sing to distract the enemy while they follow an unlikely group of allies debate whether to kill their weird robot friend.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.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:

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90:28

Andor - Going Rogue (feat. Tansy Gardam)

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/29

David sits down with film and television producer Tansy Gardam, host of the acclaimed Going Rogue podcast, for a deep dive into Andor's place in the Star Wars universe. They explore how Tony Gilroy's irreverence toward franchise expectations allowed him to craft something truly unique, examining the show's mature storytelling approach that trusts audiences to piece together complex narratives without exposition dumps. The conversation covers everything from the "curse" that has

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49:42

The Last of Us - S02E07 - Convergence

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/29

David and John have a discussion of what went right and wrong in the season finale of The Last of Us.Note: This conversation got fairly critical. If you are a big fan of the finale, this might be one to skip.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at tlou@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other

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58:19

Silmarillion Stories - E23 - The Fifth Battle:...

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/26

John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad, the twenty-third story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the fall of Fingon, the capture of Húrin, and how this devastating battle was inspired by Tolkien's World War I experience.Marilyn's WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeLinks to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to

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99:04

Doctor Who - S02E07 - Wish World

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/24

Elysia and Ian enter the world of Conrad's nightmare fantasy, where Classic Who and New-New Who collide, to break down how the pieces of this season (and last) are coming together, what's still left to be revealed, and what happened in those Classic Who episodes that are suddenly so relevant again.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny opinions

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32:36

Murderbot - S01E03 - Risk Assessment

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/23

John and Elysia join Murderbot and PreservationAux on their journey around an alien world to investigate a mysterious radio silence – and all the social awkwardness the crew can possibly put Murderbot through along the way.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.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

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40:02

Andor - BONUS - Military Strategy w/ML Cavanaugh

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/21

In this special bonus episode, David welcomes military strategist Matt Cavanaugh to discuss Andor from a unique perspective. Matt, a former Lieutenant Colonel and military instructor, shares insights on how the series portrays rebellion, conflict, and the human cost of war. They explore Luthen's role as a rebel leader, comparing him to historical figures, and analyze how Andor succeeds in bringing authentic military strategy to Star Wars. Matt also discusses his upcoming book "Best Scar

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83:18

The Last of Us - S02E06 - The Price

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/21

David and John talk daddy issues and chocolate cake in this flashback episode of The Last of Us.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at tlou@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

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93:00

Thunderbolts* (2025) – MCUniverse

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/18

The New Avengerz have stolen Elysia and Jean's hearts – and inspired a conversation exploring not only the coolest and funniest moments in the film, but also the deeper questions it raises: What is the difference between grief and depression? And what does it take to fight your way out of that...Void?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

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93:51

Doctor Who - S02E06 - The Interstellar Song Contest

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/17

Elysia and John welcome back Ian from Captain's Pod to discuss a Eurovision-themed episode of Doctor Who. They discuss the Doctor's history of darkness, RTD's idea of a good resistance, and what that surprise cameo means for the future of the Doctor's story.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsContact UsDeep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TARDIS@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours

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151:30

Andor - S02E12 - Jedha Kyber Erso

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/16

David from Delta Squadron and special co-pilot Ayesha Khan from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever podcast discuss the emotional series finale of Andor. They explore Luthen's lasting legacy on the rebellion, Cassian's journey into Rogue One territory, and the powerful closing montage that reveals the fates of key characters. The hosts dive into the political themes that define the series, examine how the Force subtly influences the story, and reflect on the meaningful connections to the wider

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57:50

Murderbot - S01E01-02 - FreeCommerce & Eye Contact

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/16

Elysia and John run right from Andor into another sci-fi universe: Martha Wells' Murderbot. They discuss the first two episodes' character drama, odes to neurodivergence, and corporation-driven future, all while considering the perspective of a defective SecUnit.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.comAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not

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74:00

Andor - S02E11 - Who Else Knows?

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/15

Echo Squadron's Elysia and Ian hold up K2SO as a robot shield to reach the heart of Kleya, taking a detour to check in on Dedra's downfall along the way, in this important bridge episode to the end of Andor and the film Rogue One. (This episode contains Rogue One spoilers, but there NO episode 12 spoilers.)Check out Captain's Pod: A Star Trek CompanionGet the Andor Season Pass for $10 HereContact UsSend your own thoughts and findings to: andor@thelorehounds.comLinks to Patreon,

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69:59

Andor - S02E10 - Make It Stop

The Lorehounds ·

2025/05/15

Jango Squadron John and Aaron return to a galaxy far, far away to recap the end of an antihero, the sharing of imperial secrets, and Kleya's next move.Get the Andor Season Pass for $10 HereContact UsSend your own thoughts and findings to: andor@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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