Welcome to the Lorehounds! We’re David, John, & Elysia and we break down your favorite TV shows, movies and more! Currently covering House of the Dragon, The Acolyte, and Doctor Who. Find us on our website at thelorehounds.com
David and John welcome a familiar voice as a full-fledged Lorehound. They discuss what this will mean for the podcast going forward, and what they're most excited about covering together. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voi...
David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 3 & 4, Second of His Name & King of the Narrow Sea, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the courtship of Rhaenyra, the growing divisions between her and Alicent, and the intentions of Daemon. Then, they answer listener fee...
John, David and Elysia gather one last time to say goodbye to a dearly loved season of Television. They are joined by Japanese Historian, Nate Ledbetter. They discuss their overall thoughts for the season and then answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website ...
David and John recap Season 1 Episodes 1 & 2, The Heirs of the Dragon & The Rogue Prince, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss their backgrounds on the Game of Thrones franchise, the rising tensions under King Viserys I Targaryen, and the unique nature of this p...
If you have not already done so, we really want to invite you to check out Anthony & Steve over on Properly Howard Movie Review! The theme for their current of old movies to review is “Felonies and Fugazies” – how good is that!? We’ve taken the 2nd episode for the season to drop it in here so y...
David, John, and Elysia recap episode 10, A Dream of a Dream, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They discuss the refreshing subversion of tropes, the symmetry between characters and plot points, and whether this was the best show of the year so far. Join them next week for a Season Wrap-up with lis...
David is joined by Ron and Anthony to discuss the latest A24 film, Civil War (2024), written and directed by Alex Garland. They start off with their spoiler free hot takes and overall impressions of the movie. After a short break they dig deep into this complex and provocative film.\ Contact Us Que...
John and Marilyn discuss Dragonfly , a short story in Tales from Earthsea , a compilation of stories within The Earthsea Cycle by Ursula K. LeGuin. This bridge between Tehanu and The Other Wind allows John and Marilyn to explore the way trauma affects different people, the power of youth to crea...
John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of Men, the thirteenth story in The Silmarillion . They discuss the awakening of men, the acceleration of time, and the apparent inaction of the Valar. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby Colle...
David and John recap episode 9, Crimson Sky, of the FX Limited Series, Shogun. They discuss the amazing performance of Anna Sawai, the political incompetence of Ishido, and the stakes for the finale. Then, they answer listener feedback. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website wher...