Episodes

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...

Tune in as we bring you the latest news about the podcast, including exciting updates and announcements you won't want to miss. Then, join us as we explore the Wasteland one last time, discussing everything from our most hated character to our wildest theories. And, of course, we'll discuss...

David explains our companion webpage: https://notion-url-shortener.vercel.app/phmr-fandf ; then Steve and Anthony get down and dirty with Shakedown. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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...

In the heart-pounding penultimate and finale episodes of "Fallout" on Prime Video, the stakes skyrocket as long-held secrets surface and the Wasteland's fate hangs in the balance. Join us as we dissect the pulse-pounding action, unravel the intricate plot twists, and delve into the emot...

John and Brandon are joined by Jean to journey through the galaxy and combat alien factions in Halo , the series that began the online gaming revolution. They discuss the latest in gaming news and what they've been playing before diving into the history, lore, and story of Halo . Contact Us Que...