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Welcome to the Lorehounds! We’re David & John and we break down your favorite TV shows, movies and more! Currently covering Foundation, Ahsoka, and The Wheel of Time. Find us on our website at thelorehounds.com
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Between Silo seasons, Wool-Shift-Dust is exploring the outer sectors of the galaxy with the newest Hugh Howey sci-fi adaptation to hit the screen: Beacon 23, airing on MGM+. We'll be covering the full season, a few episodes at a time. Meanwhile, our ongoing Dune retrospective goes deep into what makes a good adaptation, with the book many call the most important work of science fiction ever, the unadaptable yet often adapted Dune – from the book to the movies you know and the ones you probab ...
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David and John have a fan service party in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss the origins of Han, the lost opportunity of a Syndicate-verse, and the chaotic production of this charming entry into the Star Wars canon. Then, they round up feedback from Solo, Revenge of the Sith, and Ahsoka. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoug…
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MCUniverse: The Marvels - Review - Special Guest Marilyn R. Pukkila
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David, Jean and Elysia are joined by special guest, Marilyn R. Pukkila! Before doing a full review of the movie the Team offers their spoiler free thoughts on the film, they discuss recent MCU related news Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail featu…
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David and John discuss Of the Sindar, the eleventh story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the founding of Doriath, the emergence of the dwarves, and the geography of Beleriand. Listen to Elysia's Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Listen to Our Severance Feed Severance Podcast Contact Us Deep lore questions…
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Beacon 23 – double-premiere explained
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With no future book spoilers, book-reader Elysia and show-only Luke dig into the first two episodes of Beacon 23, the new space-centric sci-fi on MGM+ starring Lena Heady and Stephan James, adapted from the Book by Hugh Howey. Find out why the title of the pilot, "Corbenic," is apt, why the quantum tunneler is low-key the coolest tech on the show, …
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David, Jean and Elysia land the plane for Season 2 of Loki. The team, burdened with glorious purpose, breaks down the final episode and discusses what it means to rewrite your own story, about Loki’s journey and then they answer listener feedback. Check the David Gorman website Elysia referenced in the podcast http://www.davidgorman.com Contact Us …
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The Book Nook - E07 - Tehanu Part 2
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David and Marilyn discuss chapters 7-10 of the fourth book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, Tehanu. After recapping the major plot points they discuss the concept of gender, issues of justice as well as magic and dragons as they relate to the ongoing tale of Tenar. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita,…
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Elysia and Luke leave the Silo behind (for now) to jet off into space for Beacon 23. In this episode we lay out what it is, what we expect, and break down the trailer and clips released (links below). Beacon 23 is the newest Hugh Howey adaptation to hit the screen, in the new series debuting on MGM+ November 12. Lena Heady and Stephen James are cau…
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MCUniverse: The Marvels - Movie Preview
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David, Elysia and Jean assemble to preview the next big MCU movie, The Marvels, featuring Carol Danvers, Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau. The Team catches-up on MCU related news before diving into the background of all the principal characters and setting up the premise for the movie. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcas…
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David talks with Elysia about the new Hugh Howie TV adaptation, Beacon 23 airing on MGM+ starting November 12, 2023. Elysia sets up the premise for the book and talks about her coverage plans on the Wool-Shift-Dust podcast feed. Watch the official trailer here: Beacon 23 on MGM+ Subscribe to the Wool-Shift-Dust feed here Wool-Shift-Dust Find all of…
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This week David and Elysia slip through time to break down the penultimate episode of Loki, Season 2 Ep5. Jean will be back next week for the finale. David and Elysia discuss some recent MCU news and debate the meaning of the show before answering listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website …
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Star Wars - Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
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David and John watch a democracy crumble in a galaxy far, far away. They discuss the manipulation of Palpatine, the mistakes of the Jedi Council, and the uneven character development of Anakin. Contact Us Questions, 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 …
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The Book Nook - E06 - Tehanu Part 1
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David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the first part of the fourth book in Ursula K. LeGuin's Earthsea Cycle, Tehanu. After recapping Tenar's newfound parenthood, they discuss the LeGuin's decision to revisit Earthsea decades later, her evolving views on feminism, and her exploration of the soci…
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Silmarillion Stories - E10 - The Flight of the Noldor
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David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Flight of the Noldor, the tenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the Oath of Feanor, the horror of Ungoliant, the splintering of the Noldor, and the roadmap to the rest of the story. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College …
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David, Jean, and Elysia take a break from the Loki time stream to have some Halloween fun with the Marve Special, Werewolf By Night, starring Laura Donnelly and Gael García Bernal. This charming tale from the MCU horror genre was released originally in Black and White but was re-colorized and released this year. The crew does a quick round up of th…
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David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep4 of Loki Season 2. The team breaks down the episode and marvels at the cliffhanger episode before answering listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or multiverse theories? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an emai…
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The Fall of the House of Usher & Edgar Allan Poe
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Happy Halloween from Wool-Shift-Dust! In this special episode Elysia is joined by her real-life horror-loving sister, Ashley, to break down the Netflix horror special The Fall of the House of Usher. We go deep into the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe to dig up all the dirt Mike Flanagan use to sculpt this excellent adaptation – expect information…
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David and John welcome Bear McCreary to the Lorehounds Podcast. They discuss his work scoring The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Foundation, and all of his other television and video game work. Bear reveals details about his creative process, his immersion in fantasy and sci-fi worlds, and moving forward to new projects. Find Out More About…
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John and Elysia discuss The Fall of the House of Usher, the latest spooky series by Mike Flanagan. After giving their general thoughts on the season, they break down the interwoven stories of Edgar Allen Poe, their theories about Flanagan's message, and their hopes for the next entry in the Flanaverse. Listen to Elysia's Podcast (Including More on …
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Preview: Severance from The Lorehounds & Properly Howard
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Announcing a new podcast on the Lorehounds network! Listen to the complete (spoiler-free) preview episode here, and then follow the link below to check out the rest of the episodes as they releas here (or anywhere else you listen to podcasts): https://thelorehounds.com/podcast/severance-the-lorehounds-properly-howard Steve and Anthony from Properly…
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Electric Bookaloo crossover: George RR Martin & Edgar Allan Poe
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Elysia joins Maester Anthony for this crossover episode with Electric Bookaloo: a House of the Dragon podcast to discuss Edgar Allan Poe's influence on Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin – especially Poe's short story "The Fall of the House of Usher." We get into Martin-Poe anecdotes and literary analysis as we prep for the Netflix adaptatio…
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David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep3 of Loki Season 2. Jean provides a number of comic comparisons and the MCU team breaks down the episode from the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair to the end of time. Listen to Steve & Anthony Recap Season 1 of Severance Severance Podcast - A Lorehounds & Properly Howard Joint Listen to Elysia's Si…
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David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep2 of Loki Season 2. Before getting into the episode breakdown they recap the latest news out of Marvel Studios and discuss their spoiler free hot takes for the episode. In Comic Corner Jean talks about the Zaniac character and the trio answers some listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo …
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The Wheel of Time - Season 2 Wrap-up
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David and John complete their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. Elysia joins them to discuss the highlights, the weak points, and the overall quality of the season. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelor…
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David, Jean, and Elysia slip through time to break down Ep1 of Loki Season 2. They marvel at the amazing set decorations for the show, theorize about time travel and quantum mechanics and reply to some listener feedback. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properly Howard Movie Revi…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E08 - What Was Meant to Be
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They discuss the scheming of the Forsaken, the reunion of friends, and the stakes for Season 3. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehoun…
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Ahsoka - S01E08 - The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord
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David and John are joined by Elysia to discuss the Season Finale of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the unexpected progress of our protagonists, whether the season accomplished its goals, and what they hope to see in Season 2. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars t…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E07 - Daes Daemar
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They discuss the motivations of Ishamael, the bond between Moiraine and Siuan, and the unique cultures of Seanchan and the Aiel. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Se…
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Ahsoka - S01E07 - Dreams and Madness
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David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the motivations of Thrawn, the healing of Ahsoka, and a new style of force combat. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and w…
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David, Jean, and Elysia reassemble to preview Season 2 of Loki. They also discuss the aftermath of Secrete Invasion, debate the nature of the genre that is the MUC as well as round up the most recent news and info about upcoming MCU shows. Listen to Elysia's Silo Podcast Wool-Shift-Dust: A Silo TV Podcast Listen to Maester Anthony's Podcast Properl…
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David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila and Anthony LeDonne complete their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the themes of memory and religion before speculating on where the show is going in Season 3. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E06 - Eyes Without Pity
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They discuss the divisions amongst the forsaken, the captivity of Egwene, and the lore surrounding the Seanchan. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email a…
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David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the Nightsisters of Dathomir, a reunion of friends, and the return of an old enemy. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and …
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Foundation - S02E10 - Creation Myths
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the true plans of Hober Mallow, the farewells to some characters, and the possibilities for Season 3 Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E05 - Damane
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They recap Rand and Moiraine's flight, the introduction of a new character, and the massive worldbuilding of an empire. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an …
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David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the internal struggles of master and padawan, the first look at the live action Clone Wars, and the legacy of Anakin. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email …
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Foundation - S02E09 - Long Ago, Not Far Away
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss a sinister ritual, a galaxy-changing decision, and a twisted fairytale. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the nex…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E04 - Daughter of the Night
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They recap Lan's mopey era, the CSI skills of Moiraine, and the growing troubles in the White Tower. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers their White Tower segment. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelor…
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David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the visually-stunning lightsaber battles, the internal struggles of Sabine, and the return of an old friend. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwa…
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Foundation - David S. Goyer Showrunner Interview
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David and John welcome to the podcast David S. Goyer, showrunner of Foundation! They discuss the production of the season, what it takes to adapt such a vast universe of stories, and how the personal lives of writers make their way into the stories they tell. Find David S. Goyer Online: Instagram: @davidsgoyer Website: https://www.davidsgoyer.com/ …
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David and John continue their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the training of Sabine, the disorder within the New Republic, and the space battle that has divided the internet. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at s…
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Foundation - S02E08 - The Last Empress
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the comedy debut of vault Hari, the shocking actions of Tellum, and the possibilities going forward in the last two episodes. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E03 - What Might Be
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They recap the trials of Nynaeve, speculate on the direction of Mat, and compare their impressions of the Seanchan. Then, Elysia and John talk full book spoilers in the first White Tower segment of the season. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theo…
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The Wheel of Time - S02E02 - Strangers and Friends
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They break down the major reveals about Rand's enemies, the politics of the White Tower, and the relationship between Moiraine and Lan. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you …
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The Wheel of Time - S02E01 - A Taste of Solitude
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David and John begin their coverage of Season 2 of the Amazon Prime series, The Wheel of Time. They discuss the return to Randland with a new actor for Mat, new characters being introduced, and better visual effects. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us an email at wot@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you on the next episo…
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The Wheel of Time - Interview with Dr. Michael Livingston (Re-release)
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David and John introduce their 2022 conversation with Dr. Michael Livingston, Professor at The Citadel and author of Origins of the Wheel of Time. They discuss Robert Jordan's favorite sources of mythology to pull from, the differences between Jordan and Tolkien, and their hopes for Season 2. Michael Livingston Links Michael Livingston Website Twit…
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Ahsoka - S01E01-E02 - Master and Apprentice & Toil and Trouble
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David and John begin their coverage of Ahsoka, the newest Star Wars series on Disney+. They discuss the movie-quality production, the return of the crew of the Ghost, and the mysterious history between Ahsoka and Sabine. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email …
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Foundation - S02E07 - A Necessary Death
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the increasing political tension on Trantor, the suspicions of Salvor, and whether Gaal is the problem. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelorehounds.com and …
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Foundation - S02E06 - Why the Gods Made Wine
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David and John continue their coverage of Season 2 of Foundation on Apple TV+. They discuss the competing influence of Hari and Tellem over Gaal, the nature of Hari's existence, and the home world of the Spacers. Finally, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or psychohistorical theories? Send us an email at empire@thelo…
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David and John lay out their coverage plans for Season 2 of The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime. They discuss the trailers for Season 2, the new scene at the end of Season 1, and more. Then, they bring in Elysia for the inaugural White Tower segment where John and Elysia talk full book spoilers. Contact Us Questions, comments and/or theories? Send us…
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Snips: An Ahsoka Retrospective - Part 2 - Rebels
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David and John continue their preparation for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+. They discuss the Twilight of the Apprentice and final arcs from Star Wars Rebels, speculate on the timeline placement of the Ahsoka series compared to the epilogue of Rebels, and break down Ahsoka's motivations and allies in the search for Ezra and Thrawn. Finally,…
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