The Rings of Power - S01E04 - The Great Wave

Jean and Elysia relive the runaway-hit first season of Peacemaker (and the movie it was spun off from) to prep for season 2, which begins tonight.After a spoiler-free intro setting up what the show is and who might enjoy it, they talk through all the 11th Street Kids season 1 shenanigans with a clip-show recap that covers everything you'll want to remember going into season 2.The DCU so far:Creature Commandos S1Superman (2025)Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, thoughts to share? Send us an email at comicsvs@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

21 Aug 1h 50min

Elysia is joined by two Lore Masters – historian Bryan8063 (aka Usul) and his sister, fellow costume drama lover Lisa (aka RedZippy) – to look back on the first 3 seasons of HBO's The Gilded Age from Julian Fellowes. The episode begins with a spoiler-free discussion of what makes this show stand out, setting the stage for the history behind the drama and romance, before talking through all the major characters, how they have developed over the course of the show, and where they stand at the end of season 3 – plus what history suggests might happen next in season 4 and beyond.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates:linktr.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: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Aug 2h 58min

David continues with Elysia and Luke from the Wool-Shift-Dust podcast for their squadron-style coverage of Noah Hawley's second episode. The discussion explores the cat-and-mouse sequences aboard the crashed Maginot, Wendy's growing abilities to manipulate technology, and the introduction of new alien species including the blood bugs and eye parasites. The hosts analyze the Mr. October baseball metaphor, Boy Cavalier's disturbing philosophy, and the reunion between Wendy and her brother Joe that sets up the season's emotional stakes.Contact Us Questions or comments?Send emails & voicemails to: avp@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: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Aug 1h 36min

David welcomes Elysia and Luke from the Wool-Shift-Dust podcast for squadron-style coverage of Noah Hawley's ambitious series premiere. The discussion covers the USCSS Maginot's mission gone wrong, the introduction of Weyland-Yutani's corporate rivals, and the Lost Boys hybrid program on Prodigy's Neverland Research Island. The hosts analyze the visual homages to Ridley Scott's original film, the Peter Pan mythology woven throughout, and the impressive practical effects work that brings this prequel to life two years before the events of Alien.Contact Us Questions or comments?Send emails AND voicemails to: avp@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: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Aug 2h 6min

John and Marilyn orbit a black hole the latest episode of Foundation.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@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

15 Aug 1h 11min

John and Marilyn discuss the big lies and harsh truths of the latest episode of Foundation.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsQuestions, comments, and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at empire@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

8 Aug 1h 4min

David and Elysia preview FX's upcoming sci-fi horror series Alien: Earth, discussing Noah Hawley's approach to the franchise, production details, and The Lorehounds Network's comprehensive coverage plans. The episode covers the show's setting two years before the original 1979 film, casting details including Sydney Chandler and Timothy Olyphant, and how the series connects to the broader Alien universe. Spoiler discussion begins at the 32-minute mark with story details and trailer analysis.Check out Oscha Slings and use the code LOREHOUNDS for a great deal at oschaslings.comContact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: avp@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: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

7 Aug 45min

Jean and Elysia herald the coming of Galactus in their deep dive into the newest Marvel movie, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. After laying out what this incarnation got right where so many have failed before, as well as the key comic lore to help you understand the whole cast of characters, they end with a look at what's planned so far for the rest of the MCU's Phase IV, with new details about the key projects coming in the road to Secret Wars (01:48:44).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 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

6 Aug 2h 21min