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 Vampire Lestat and House of the Dragon with Ted Lasso, The Bear, Ahsoka, and plenty more on the horizon.

The Lorehounds sit at the heart of a growing network of affiliated podcasts and a thriving Discord community where the conversation never stops. Find links to all of our shows, subscriber feeds, and community spaces at linktr.ee/thelorehounds.

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Aug 12, 2024 · 48 min
Return of the Rings: Rings of Power S1 Recap
David and Marilyn (our favorite Tolkien Scholar) recap Season 1 of The Lord: The Rings of Power in preparation for the start of Season 2. They discuss coverage plans as well as the One Guide and Season Pass options. Then, they break down Season 1 by major story arc coving all the major plot points and key details. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lotd@thelorehounds.com Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TROP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 10, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
House of the Dragon - S02 Lorecast - Full Book Spoilers
Elysia and John talk with FULL BOOK SPOILERS about what's they're looking forward to in Season 3 of House of the Dragon before answering spoiler-filled listener feedback. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 9, 2024 · 1 hr 56 min
House of the Dragon - S02E08 Feedback - The Queen Who Ever Was
David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 7, 2024 · 2 hr 17 min
MCUniverse: Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) reactions + Comic Con news
Have you seen the biggest R-rated movie in the world yet? John joins Jean and Elysia to jump straight into the spoilers (00:09:27), looking at the highpoints of the film, and the biggest reactions from their theaters – plus John gets some comic recs. Then Elysia and Jean talk through the big Marvel news out of Comic Con (00:52:11), before jumping back to Deadpool & Wolverine (01:17:13) for a full recap, deep dive into the cameos, and look at how the lore might affect the rest of the MCU going forward. Comics Recs Start your X-Men Krakoa adventure with the House of X (2019) Prep for Agatha: All Along with Witches' Road (2016), and get to know Agatha Harkness Jump back to an origin story, like Ororo: Before the Storm (2022) Or go down your own rabbit hole with any character that turns your head – perhaps "time-tossed" Apache Demon Rider-Sorcerer Supreme Kushala? Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to mcu@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 6, 2024 · 1 hr 56 min
House of the Dragon - S02E08 - The Queen Who Ever Was
David and John recap Season 2, Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss Rhaenyra's reunions with her husband and her old friend, Aegon's uncertain future with Larys, and the Game of Thrones tie-in we didn't ask for. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass View a Demo of the Show Guide on YouTube Show Guide Demo Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 5, 2024 · 32 min
Alien: Romulus (2024) - Trailer Reaction & Coverage Preview
In this special crossover podcast, David is joined by Ayesha from Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever. They discuss the upcoming plans for the two podcasts to collaborate on the 45th anniversary for the original 1979 movie, Alien, as well as the upcoming film, Alien Romulus. They discuss the two trailers that have been released for Romulus and talk about what they are most excited for with this new addition to the franchise. Check out Every Single Sci-Fi Film Ever www.everyscififilm.com Follow Ayesha on Instagram where she posts regularly: www.instagram.com/everyscififilm Contact The Lorehounds Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Lorehounds Links to Supercast, Patreon, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 2, 2024 · 1 hr 50 min
House of the Dragon - S02E07 Feedback - The Red Sowing
David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 7, The Red Sowing, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 1, 2024 · 2 hr 13 min
The Rings of Power - S02 San Diego Comic Con Trailer Breakdown
David, John, and Marilyn break down the San Diego Comic Con Trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. They go through the teaser shot by shot giving their theories, filling in context from the Tolkien legendarium, and discussing their hopes for Season 2. See Our Visual Teaser Guide On Notion The Rings of Power Season 2 Trailer Guide https://youtu.be/pzJDzIDv0mo?si=lT7VrdRsKdQJZEIB Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 1, 2024 · 56 min
Silmarillion Stories - E16 - Beleriand and its Realms
John is joined by Knewbettadobetta, a prolific Tolkien expert popular on Tiktok and Twitter, to discuss Of Beleriand and its Realms, the sixteenth portion in The Silmarillion. They discuss Knewbettadobetta's Tolkien origin story, the geography of Middle-earth in the First Age, and why geography is so essential in Tolkien's works. Knewbettadobetta's Links Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lotr@thelorehounds.com Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 31, 2024 · 1 hr 51 min
The Acolyte S1 wrap-up gameshow
It's an Acolyte end-of-season party! Elysia and John are joined by Marilyn and Jean to talk through the entire season the only way Elysia knows how: in a gameshow format. Which characters, planets, lore, and more will be picked as the best (or sometimes) the worst of the season? What does it mean to be a David Whisperer, and who earns that title? Answers to all of the above and more inside, seasoned with extra laughs. After you've listened, you'll find the full chart of game results here! Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Subscribe to The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast here Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Additional sounds from FreeSound.org Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 30, 2024 · 2 hr 13 min
House of the Dragon - S02E07 - The Red Sowing
David and John recap Season 2, Episode 7, The Red Sowing, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss Rhaenyra's bold strategy of throwing 100 bastards at Vermithor, Alicent's return to her old wardrobe, and a new fan favorite Lord giving Lyanna Mormont a run for her money. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass View a Demo of the Show Guide on YouTube Show Guide Demo Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 27, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
House of the Dragon - S02E06 Feedback - Smallfolk
John and Elysia answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 6, Smallfolk, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 23, 2024 · 1 hr 45 min
House of the Dragon - S02E06 - Smallfolk
Elysia and John recap Season 2, Episode 6, Smallfolk, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss the new generation of dragonriders, the cruelty of Aemond, and the role of the smallfolk in the war. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass View a Demo of the Show Guide on YouTube Show Guide Demo Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 22, 2024 · 2 hr 1 min
The Acolyte – S01E08 Feedback – The Acolyte
John joins Elysia to talk through not only his thoughts about the finale of The Acolyte, and the season as a whole – but also how the show is being received throughout the community. (And how grateful we all are to have some respectful discourse from fans.) Along the way we discuss everything from the complexities of social work to the pros and cons of that Imri Cantaros theory going around. (Stay tuned to this feed for a spoiler-filled season wrap-up episode coming soon as well!) Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 20, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
The Acolyte – S01E08 – The Acolyte
In the first of two episodes dedicated to dissecting the season finale, Elysia walks you through a recap of everything that happened in "The Acolyte" – episode 8 in the series of the same name – zooming in on key details you might have missed and mining the lore for what it all means. Including, of course, everything you need to know about that creeper in the cave Darth Plagueis. Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 19, 2024 · 1 hr 47 min
House of the Dragon - S02E05 Feedback - Regent
David and Elysia answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 5, Regent, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 17, 2024 · 1 hr 31 min
Oneshot - The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin
Stand and deliver! David is joined by Marilyn for this Oneshot about the amazingly hilarious AppleTV original series, The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin. They start off with their hot takes and then discuss some of the history about the REAL Dick Turpin. After, they discuss each episode in turn and answer some listener feedback. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 16, 2024 · 2 hr 6 min
House of the Dragon - S02E05 - Regent
David and John recap Season 2, Episode 5, Regent, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. They discuss a change in Rhaenyra's style, the Haunting of Harrenhal, and a new plan from Jacaerys. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass View a Demo of the Show Guide on YouTube Show Guide Demo Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 14, 2024 · 1 hr 49 min
The Acolyte – S01E07 Feedback – Choice
In part two of our "Choice" breakdown of The Acolyte episode 7, Elysia and John field a full range of feedback, from this episode's biggest fans to (balanced) skeptics, and both your wildest and most grounded theories. Plus, prompted by your questions, they take a deep dive into the Jedi code and the rules of attachment – ending on the mic drop email of Spoiler Policy-gate. Part of The Star Wars Canon Timeline-Lorehounds crossover series Links to Discord, Lorehounds Patreon, Supercast, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast past and future episode list Music: “The Force Theme” by Joanna Haltman & The Lorehounds Star Wars theme by John from the Lorehounds Additional music from Ovani Sound Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 13, 2024 · 1 hr 46 min
House of the Dragon - S02E04 Feedback - The Red Dragon and the Gold
David and John answer listener feedback for Season 2, Episode 4, The Red Dragon and the Gold, of the HBO Max Original Series, House of the Dragon. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to hotd@thelorehounds.com. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Sign up for the One-Time HOTD Season Pass: HOTD Season Pass Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy