Podcasts by Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast
Gom Jabbar is the ultimate guide to the Dune universe for both longtime fans and newcomers. Join hosts Abu and Leo as they dive deep into every aspect of Dune lore, from Frank Herbert's original novels to HBO's television show and Denis Villeneuve's blockbuster films. New episodes every other Friday.
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Futurama Meets Dune from 2023-11-24T09:00
Abu and Leo celebrate Thanksgiving with a look at Futurama's recent Dune episode, sharing every Dune reference they could find. Grab a plate of slig and join them at the table! This episode contain...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 10) from 2023-11-17T09:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 27 and 28. They explore the four deaths of Leto and try to decipher the shape of his empire. Read along w...
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The History of Space Travel in Dune from 2023-11-10T09:00
Abu and Leo jump into a heighliner and explore the history of space travel in the Dune universe, from the earliest days of stumbling across the cosmos to Holtzman's universe-shaking discoveries to ...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 9) from 2023-11-03T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 25 and 26. They explore Leto's religious engineering and the horrifying truth of his sacrifice. Read alon...
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Dune What If...? with NerdCookies from 2023-10-27T08:00
Abu and Leo are joined by friend-of-the-pod and fellow sci-fi nerd Elaine from NerdCookies to discuss what would happen if familiar events in Dune had happened differently. This episode contains sp...
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Mailbag: Feyd’s Daughter, Best Dune Tattoo, and Stilgar’s Fate from 2023-10-20T08:00
Abu and Leo pause their read-through of God Emperor of Dune to crack open your messages and answer your burning questions. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule...
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Otto Aramsham, Crompton Ruins, and Leto's Cart from 2023-10-13T08:00
Abu and Leo dig into the nooks and crannies of the Dune universe to unpack the lore behind disgraced Sardaukar Otto Aramsham, rumors of alien structures on Crompton, and the secret technology in Le...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 8) from 2023-10-06T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 22-24. They explore new details about Leto's Golden Path and return to the topic of Female Armies. Conten...
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Dune Comics: Blood of the Sardaukar and A Whisper of Caladan Seas from 2023-09-29T08:00
Abu and Leo dive deep into the one-off comics, Blood of the Sardaukar and A Whisper of Caladan Seas, both by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson! This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune– just the fi...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 7) from 2023-09-22T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 19-21. They explore the idea of community and try to figure out what the Ixian Machine is. Read along wit...
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Buer Agarves, Lady Margot, Harah, and Anuril Corrino from 2023-09-15T08:00
Abu and Leo dig deep into the Dune Encyclopedia to learn more about the minor characters in the Dune Saga. From Buer Agarves' life as a nepo-baby to Lady Margot's achievements at the School of Erot...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 6) from 2023-09-08T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 16-18. They explore the nature of historical truth, and break down the many definitions of the word "siay...
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Dune: Spice Wars with Shiro Games from 2023-09-01T08:00
Abu and Leo are joined by Sylvain and Dylan from game developer Shiro Games to talk about the making of Dune: Spice Wars! This episode contains light SPOILERS for up through God Emperor of Dune! We...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 5) from 2023-08-25T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 13-15. They examine the violence necessary to keep Leto's Peace and explore the idea of Rhetorical Despot...
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Eye of the Storm: The Dune CCG from 2023-08-18T08:00
Abu and Leo unwrap everything you need to know about the discontinued Dune collectible card game! This episode contains light SPOILERS for the first book of DuneEye of the Storm painting galleries ...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 4) from 2023-08-11T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 10-12. They explore Leto's reasons for his all-female army and examine some of the outdated and problemat...
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Ghanima Atreides from 2023-08-04T08:00
Abu and Leo discuss the life and legacy of Ghanima Atreides! This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah and Children of Dune.Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron C...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 3) from 2023-07-28T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 4-6. They break down Leto's philosophy on governments and armies, and untangle the mystery of Duncan's me...
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Distrans: Trailer Breakdown, Runtime Rumors, and More Dune News from 2023-07-21T08:00
Abu and Leo geek out about the latest Dune: Part Two trailer, shoot down rumors about the film's runtime, and dig into the latest news in the ever-expanding universe of Dune! Get ad-free episodes a...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 2) from 2023-07-14T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 4-6. They break down Leto's philosophy on governments and armies, and untangle the mystery of Duncan's me...
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Spice Morsels: Jamis, Maker Hooks and Caladan Wine from 2023-07-08T00:30
Abu and Leo explore the life of the Fremen Jamis, look at the early history of Maker Hooks, and enjoy a glass (and the history) of planet Caladan's Wine. This episode contains SPOILERS for only the...
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The Early Life of Duncan Idaho from 2023-06-23T08:00
Abu and Leo explore the origin of the man, the myth, the legend, Duncan Idaho himself. From his childhood to his time fighting for House Ginaz, there's no question that Duncan had an iconic life. G...
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Re-Run: The Plants of Planet Ecaz from 2023-06-09T08:00
(This episode was originally aired on October 2, 2020) Abu and Leo travel to Planet Ecaz, one of the most underrated planets in the Dune universe, to study the many useful and dangerous plants foun...
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Mailbag: The Dune Expanded Universe and What Do Abu and Leo Look Like? from 2023-05-26T08:00
Abu and Leo crack open your emails and messages to answer your burning Dune questions. This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune.Get ad-free episodes and bonus con...
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Dune 1984 by David Lynch from 2023-05-19T08:00
Abu and Leo finally discuss David Lynch's infamous adaptation of Dune from 1984. Between production details and their personal analysis, this may or may not be the episode you've been asking for. T...
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Dune: Part Two Full Trailer Analysis from 2023-05-12T08:00
Abu and Leo go frame-by-frame through the official trailer for Dune: Part Two and present everything you may have missed. This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune. If you haven't finished that first...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Children of Dune (Part 3) from 2023-05-05T08:00
Abu and Leo complete their deep dive into SyFy Channel's "Children of Dune" and explore Part 3 of the miniseries. They discuss the confounding decisions in the final act of the story, and the chall...
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Dune: Part Two Trailer Reaction from 2023-05-03T23:45
The trailer for Dune: Part Two is officially out! Abu and Leo watch the trailer and react, talking through their preliminary thoughts. This is the edited audio-only version. Watch the video version...
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Distrans (April 2023): Sisterhood HBO Show Loses Director and Lead Actor, David Lynch Hasn’t Seen Villeneuve's Film, and More Dune News from 2023-04-28T08:00
Abu and Leo tackle what's new in Dune News today. They discuss new announcements or updates on known projects. NOTE: Naturally a bunch of new Dune Part Two news broke after we recorded, so we'll di...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Children of Dune (Part 2) from 2023-04-21T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their coverage of the SyFy Channel miniseries adaptation of Children of Dune! This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune.Get ad-free episodes a...
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The History of the Bene Gesserit (Part 2) from 2023-04-14T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their deep dive into the earliest history of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood, as the order established itself in the new Imperium and developed into one of the most formidable org...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Children of Dune (Part 1) from 2023-04-07T08:00
Abu and Leo dive into the SyFy Channel miniseries Children of Dune! They explore how this adaptation handles the rollercoaster that is the second and third books in the Dune Saga. This episode cont...
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The History of the Bene Gesserit (Part 1) from 2023-03-31T08:00
Abu and Leo dive deep into the earliest history of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood, as the order slowly but surely developed into one of the most formidable organizations in the Dune Universe. This ep...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 1) from 2023-03-24T08:00
Abu and Leo kick off their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 1-3. They discuss the confusing timeline of the book and explore the journals of Leto II. Read along with...
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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune Announcement from 2023-03-03T09:00
Abu and Leo will kick off their read-through of God Emperor of Dune on March 24, 2023! Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club scheduleGet ad-free episodes and bonus conte...
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Mailbag: Other Memory, Leto II’s Plan, and the Cringiest Things in Dune from 2023-02-24T09:00
Abu and Leo wrap up their read-through of Children of Dune by answering your burning questions. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the books and pages c...
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The Messy Canon of Dune, Explained from 2023-02-17T09:00
Abu and Leo unpack the messy canon of the Dune universe and break down everything you need to know about Frank Herbert's iconic books, the Dune Encyclopedia, and the novels by Brian Herbert and Kev...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 12) from 2023-02-10T09:00
Abu and Leo complete their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into the final pages of the novel. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels beyond the b...
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Distrans Episode 1 from 2023-02-03T09:00
Abu and Leo get you caught up on EVERYTHING happening in Dune News today. In this new format, they'll occasionally discuss new announcements or updates on known projects. Let us know what you think...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 11) from 2023-01-27T09:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 501-546 of the novel. They explore the epic showdown between Leto and the Preacher, and prepare for the final...
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Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen from 2023-01-20T09:00
Abu and Leo dive deep into the life story of Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen! This episode contains SPOILERS for entire first book! If you haven't read all of Dune, you've been warned!Get ad-free episodes an...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 10) from 2023-01-13T09:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 452-500 of the novel. They explore Leto's stunning transformation and the superstitious culture of the Fremen...
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Mailbag: Sandworm Sex, the Preacher’s Speech, and Dune HBO Show from 2022-12-30T09:00
Abu and Leo respond to listener messages and explore the deeper meaning behind the Preacher's words, unfamiliar idioms, forgotten Ummas, sandworm sex, and the hottest Dune TV show news. This episod...
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Holiday Update 2022 from 2022-12-23T09:00
Abu and Leo are going on Holiday break and have a brief update about what's to come in 2023! This update contains SPOILERS for what we're doing with Gom Jabbar next year, but nothing about Frank's ...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 9) from 2022-12-16T13:58:34
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 396-451 of the novel. They explore the amazing lore excerpts at the start of chapters and examine Leto II's b...
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The Suk School of Medicine from 2022-12-09T09:00
Abu and Leo dive deep into everything you need to know about Dune's Suk School of Medicine. This episode contains SPOILERS for the first half of Dune! If you've read the first book or seen the movi...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 8) from 2022-12-02T09:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 349-395 of the novel. They explore a deadly game of riddles and compare the lives of Paul and Leto. This epis...
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Thanksgiving Update from 2022-11-25T09:00
Abu and Leo are taking the week to spend with loved ones, but will be back in full force next week so don't go anywhere! This episode contains SPOILERS for what Abu and Leo are doing this week but ...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 7) from 2022-11-18T16:30
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 299-348 of the novel. They explore one of the biggest reveals to date, and they speculate as to the inner wor...
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The Many Lives of Duncan Idaho from 2022-11-11T09:00
Abu and Leo explore the life of iconic sword master and sex machine Duncan Idaho. This episode contains SPOILERS for all of the Dune novels by Frank Herbert.Get ad-free episodes and bonus content b...
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Mailbag: Qizarate, Fremen Sunglasses, and Our Favorite Anime from 2022-11-04T08:00
Abu and Leo respond to listener messages and explore the scale of the Dune universe, unpack the Qizarate's motivations, and share their anime recommendations. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for ...
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Thufir Hawat from 2022-10-28T08:00
Abu and Leo explore Thufir's life story, from his earliest years on planet Logi to his many years on Arrakis and beyond. Heralded by some as the greatest Mentat to ever live, it's literally shockin...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 6) from 2022-10-21T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 255-298 of the novel. They explore Farad'n Corrino's childhood and set the stage for the second half of the b...
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Spice Morsels: Taiazor Licallo, Shadout Mapes, and Krimskell Rope from 2022-10-14T11:22:58
Abu and Leo explore the life of a prolific musician, pay their respects to Shadout Mapes, and geek out about Krimskell fiber. This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first book in the Dune saga...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 5) from 2022-10-07T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 204-254 of the novel. They explore the limits of mentats and the true cost of Abomination. This episode conta...
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The Face Dancers of Bene Tleilax from 2022-09-30T08:00
Abu and Leo dive deep to bring you everything you need to know about shapeshifting Bene Tleilax Face Dancers, from their earliest histories to the iteration we meet in Frank Herbert's novels! This ...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 4) from 2022-09-23T11:35
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 149-203 of the novel. They explore the Preacher's incredible heresy-filled sermon and the shattering of Stilg...
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Spice Morsels: Gunseng Harkonnen, Origin of Worm Riding, and Oil Lenses from 2022-09-16T08:00
Abu and Leo explore the life of the Baron Vladimir's father, unpack the history of how the Fremen came to ride worms, and take a closer look at oil lens technology. This episode contains SPOILERS f...
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Mailbag: Fremen Dating, Dune TV Adaptations, and Other Memory from 2022-09-09T12:02
Abu and Leo respond to listener messages and explore how Other Memory works, share their ideas on how they'd adapt Dune into a television show, and imagine what it must be like dating in a sietch c...
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Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Part 2) from 2022-09-02T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their exploration of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, focusing on his fear, ignorance and paranoia that begin to emerge in the second half of Dune and beyond! This episode contains SP...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 3) from 2022-08-26T10:52
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 100-148 of the novel. They explore the Preacher's political views and Leto's manipulation of his grandmother....
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 2) from 2022-08-12T12:04
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 53-99 of the novel. They explore Ghanima's heartbreaking conversation with her grandmother and the tragedy of...
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Spice Morsels: Wanna, Eyes of Muad'Dib, Inkvine and Chaumurky from 2022-08-05T08:00
Abu and Leo share a selection of curated Spice Morsels– deep-cut lore tidbits too short for dedicated episodes but too delectable to miss. This episode contains SPOILERS for both Dune and Dune: Mes...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Frank Herbert's Dune (Part 3) from 2022-07-29T12:11
Abu and Leo complete their dive deep into SyFy Channel's "Frank Herbert's Dune" and explore Part 3 of the miniseries. They discuss the silly hats and gush about how well the show handles Paul's tra...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #11 and #12 from 2022-07-22T08:00
Abu and Leo finish their coverage of the Dune: House Atreides comic book, a prequel that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they wrap up this series with their ...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Frank Herbert's Dune (Part 2) from 2022-07-15T11:58
Abu and Leo continue their deep dive into SyFy Channel's "Frank Herbert's Dune" and explore Part 2 of the miniseries. They discuss the incredible way Irulan was handled in the story and geek out ab...
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Liet Kynes, the Planetologist of Dune from 2022-07-08T12:06
Abu and Leo unpack the life of Liet Kynes, a character torn between two worlds. They explore Liet's troubled relationship with their father and how their life mirrors the immigrant experience. This...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Frank Herbert's Dune (Part 1) from 2022-07-01T08:00
Abu and Leo revisit the ancient year of 2,000 AD to dive deep into the SyFy Channel miniseries "Frank Herbert's Dune" starring William Hurt, Alec Newman, and Saskia Reeves. They explore how this ic...
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SyFy Channel Miniseries: Frank Herbert's Dune (Part 1) from 2022-07-01T08:00
Abu and Leo revisit the ancient year of 2,000 AD to dive deep into the SyFy Channel miniseries "Frank Herbert's Dune" starring William Hurt, Alec Newman, and Saskia Reeves. They explore how this ic...
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Count Hasimir Fenring from 2022-06-24T11:04
Abu and Leo explore the life of the almost-Kwisatz Haderach genetic eunuch Count Hasimir Fenring, from his earliest years in the royal court on Kaitan to his betrayal of the Emperor and ultimate ex...
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Dune (2021) Movie Watch Along from 2022-06-17T12:32
Abu and Leo revisit the Dune movie, and this time you're invited! Fire up your copy of the film, hit play on this episode, and enjoy the sweet nothings whispered in your ears. This episode contain...
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The Road to Dune (Part 2) from 2022-06-10T08:00
Abu and Leo continue their exploration of "The Road to Dune," a 2005 book detailing the origins of the iconic story. In this episode, they dive into the juicy (and sometimes weird) early drafts of ...
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Interview With Modiphius Entertainment About the Dune RPG Game from 2022-06-03T11:59
Abu and Leo interview Chris Birch and Andrew Peregrine from Modiphius Entertainment about their incredible RPG game Dune: Adventures in the Imperium. They discuss the challenges of making the dense...
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The Road to Dune (Part 1) from 2022-05-27T10:00
Abu and Leo get meta and explore the origins of Dune itself. They dive into The Road to Dune, a 2005 book detailing how Frank Herbert was inspired to write his sci-fi epic. The book also reveals le...
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Book Club: Children of Dune (Part 1) from 2022-05-20T13:47
Abu and Leo begin their journey into Children of Dune with a deep dive into pages 1-52 of the novel. They explore Lady Jessica's iconic arrival back on Arrakis and break down all the unknowns about...
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Pardot Kynes and the Dream of a Green Arrakis from 2022-05-13T11:50
Abu and Leo explore the life of iconic planetary ecologist Pardot Kynes and examine his extraordinary impact on Arrakis, the Fremen, and the entire galaxy through his dream of terraforming Dune. T...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 8) from 2022-05-06T12:44
Abu and Leo wrap up their read-through of Dune Messiah by responding to listener messages and discussing the big-picture themes of the book. The firsthalf of this episode contains NO SPOILERS for ...
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Children of Dune Book Club, Merch, and Patreon Update from 2022-04-29T10:00:02
Save the date, ya'll. Our Children of Dune book club series starts on May 20. We'll also be releasing amazing new merch that day, and our Patreon tiers are getting discounted. So many exciting upda...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 7) from 2022-04-22T10:00
Abu and Leo complete their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 304-337 of the novel. They unpack the book's final two chapters and discuss the dramatic conclusion to this iconi...
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Mailbag (April 2022) from 2022-04-15T12:57
In this special mailbag episode, Abu and Leo open up your distrans and respond to listener questions. They discuss Dune's influence on pop culture, share what lessons they've learned from the books...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 6) from 2022-04-08T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 249-303 of the novel. They unpack the political warnings weaved through Paul's journey and explore Bijaz's myster...
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Combine Honnete Ober Advancer Mercantiles (CHOAM) from 2022-04-01T13:08
Abu and Leo grab their calculators and explore the history of CHOAM, the massive financial monopoly at the center of the galaxy's economy. They break down its formation in the early days of the Imp...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 5) from 2022-03-25T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 203-248 of the novel. They explore the question of Paul's agency and break down the awkward night at Alia's templ...
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History and Culture of the Bene Tleilax from 2022-03-18T12:12
Abu and Leo travel to the farthest corner of the galaxy to explore the history and culture of the mysterious Bene Tleilax. They break down the hierarchal and religious society of the xenophobic Tle...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 4) from 2022-03-11T11:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 160-202 of the novel. They explore the visions of calamity that haunt Paul and Chani's central role in everyone's...
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Duke Leto Atreides from 2022-03-04T11:00
Abu and Leo grow out their beards and explore the iconic life of Duke Leto Atreides. They unpack his earliest years in Castle Caladan, the loyalty he earns from his subjects, and the dangers of bei...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 3) from 2022-02-25T11:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 100-159 of the novel. They explore the emotional turmoil the ghola Hayt is struggling with and the burden on Alia...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #9 and #10 from 2022-02-18T13:29
Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights an...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 2) from 2022-02-11T11:00
Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 50-99 of the novel. They explore Paul's responsibilities as a religious figurehead and how his life mirrors his f...
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The Founding of the Spacing Guild from 2022-02-04T13:41
Abu and Leo fire up their FTL drives and explore the history of the Spacing Guild. They discuss how the Guild was founded by two scientist lovers and unpack the Guild's messy introduction to the Im...
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Introducing Hazel's Story: A Saga Podcast from 2022-01-28T11:00:03
Hazel’s Story is a deep dive into and sincere appreciation of the ever unfurling vast universe that is Saga from Image Comics. We’re here to delight in unpacking all the fantastic characters, ideas...
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The History of House Atreides (LIVE) from 2022-01-21T13:07
Abu and Leo crack open their history books and explore the long and storied history of House Atreides. They discuss how the House was founded and unpack the lives of some of its most influential (a...
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Lady Jessica (Part 2) from 2022-01-07T14:00
Abu and Leo continue their deep-dive into the life and legacy of Lady Jessica. They explore her journey after the dramatic events of Dune and break down her responsibilities as a mother, a Bene Ges...
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The Future of the Dune Universe from 2021-12-10T14:30
Abu and Leo wrap up an incredible year of Dune fandom by looking ahead at what's to come. They discuss the many Dune adaptations we can expect in the next few years, from comic books to board games...
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Lady Jessica (Part 1) from 2021-11-26T14:35
Abu and Leo unpack the life of "the most important woman in Dune," Lady Jessica. They explore her childhood before the pages of Dune, the events on Arrakis that changed her life forever, and Rebecc...
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Dune, Basketball, and Stinky Stillsuits With Jason Concepcion from 2021-11-12T11:00
HELLLOOOOO! Abu and Leo are joined by Emmy-award-winning podcaster and writer Jason Concepcion (Binge Mode, X-Ray Vision, Takeline) to talk about the Dune movie! They also build the perfect startin...
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Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 1) from 2021-11-05T10:00
Abu and Leo kick off their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 1-49 of the novel. They explore Paul's dark headspace at the start of this story and unpack what happened in the ...
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Geeking Out About Dune (2021) With NerdCookies from 2021-10-29T15:32
Abu and Leo are joined by friend-of-the-pod and fellow sci-fi nerd Elaine from NerdCookies to geek out about the Dune movie. They discuss Jason Mamoa's incredible portrayal of Duncan Idaho, the str...
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Dune (2021) Review and Deep-Dive Analysis from 2021-10-26T23:44
Abu and Leo break down every scene of Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part 1 in this epic review and analysis of the blockbuster film. They critique the film's minor shortcomings, compare the movie to its...
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Our Dune movie deep-dive episode is coming soon from 2021-10-22T10:00
The day has finally arrived! The Dune movie is out in the US, which means Abu and Leo will be watching (and rewatching) it for their upcoming deep-dive episode. Expect that episode to release in th...
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Piter de Vries from 2021-10-15T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the traumatic life of the iconic twisted mentat Piter de Vries, from his childhood training under the Tleilaxu to his years working alongside the Baron and his crucial role in t...
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Introducing Those Who Play Create! from 2021-10-14T10:00:10
Join host and producer Lawerence Kelly on Those Who Play Create!, a monthly podcast that explores the inspirations for some of the gaming industry's best. In each episode, Lawerence will interview ...
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Our Instant Reactions to the Dune Movie from 2021-10-09T01:52
Abu and Leo saw the Dune movie today and recorded their instant reactions after stepping out of the theater. Here is the raw, unfiltered, and emotional conversation they had just minutes after seei...
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Patreon and Merch Store Announcement from 2021-10-08T10:00
We're so excited to finally reveal our Gom Jabbar merchandise store and Patreon! Now you can support the show and look sexy while doing it. Patrons get access to future Book Club episodes (Dune Mes...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 10) from 2021-10-01T17:30
Abu and Leo cap off their Dune book club series with a bonus episode where they respond to tons of listener emails and have a spoiler discussion of the first novel. Details about the Dune Messiah b...
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Spice Melange from 2021-09-24T13:00
Abu and Leo explore the single most valuable substance in the galaxy: the spice melange. They break down how it's produced, the effects it has on your body, and the many ways it's used by the facti...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 9) from 2021-09-17T10:00
Abu and Leo complete their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 741-794 of the novel. They break down the stunning final chapter line by line and explore the concerning red flags about Paul'...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #7 and #8 from 2021-09-10T13:00
Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights an...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 8) from 2021-09-03T13:00
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 689-740 of the novel. They explore Paul's growth throughout his journey and the Spacing Guild's monopoly on space travel. Thi...
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Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam from 2021-08-27T13:00
Abu and Leo explore the incredible life of Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam, from her early years as an exceptional Bene Gesserit student to her rise to power and ultimate fall from grace. This ...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 7) from 2021-08-20T15:30
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 604-688 of the novel. They explore the brutal history of the Sardaukar and the tragic life of Alia Atreides. This episode con...
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The Supporting Characters That Deserve More Love from 2021-08-13T10:00
Abu and Leo dive deep into the lives of Princess Irulan, Staban Tuek, and other supporting characters in the Dune saga who deserve more time in the spotlight (and maybe even their own spin-off show...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 6) from 2021-08-06T22:30
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 501-603 of the novel. They explore the painful history of the Fremen people and the deceitful and corrupt politics in the Impe...
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A Frame-by-Frame Analysis of the Official Dune Trailer from 2021-07-30T10:00
Abu and Leo break down the Dune trailer frame-by-frame and analyze all the tiny details and lore nuggets you might have missed. Here's the hour-long conversation about a 3-minute trailer you didn't...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 5) from 2021-07-23T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 421-500 of the novel. They explore the Fremen dream for the future of Arrakis and Paul's incredible knife fight against Jamis....
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Here's What Was Shown at the Exclusive IMAX Dune Event from 2021-07-22T02:00
Leo went to the exclusive IMAX Dune event and got to see the first 10 minutes of the film and more! He called Abu the second he stepped out of the theater and shared his immediate reaction to what ...
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The Dune Tarot from 2021-07-16T13:00
Abu and Leo peer into the future and explore the Dune Tarot, a set of fictional tarot cards in the Dune universe that play a small but significant role in the history of the Imperium.This episode c...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 4) from 2021-07-09T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 327-420 of the novel. They explore the essential role of Mentats in the galaxy, the limitations of prescient visions, and the ...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #5 and #6 from 2021-07-02T10:00
Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights an...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 3) from 2021-06-25T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 205-324 of the novel. They explore how the Baron's plan unfolds, the true abilities of the secretive Bene Gesserit, and the aw...
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The Golden Path from 2021-06-18T10:00
Abu and Leo unpack the single most important concept in the Dune universe: The Golden Path. In this comprehensive deep dive, they explain what it is, why it's necessary, and the themes Frank explor...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 2) from 2021-06-11T10:00
Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 105-204 of the novel. They explore how Arrakis is shrouded in mysteries, what makes House Atreides different, and the burden o...
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Harq al-Harba, the Shakespeare of Dune from 2021-06-04T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the life of the greatest playwright in the Dune universe, Harq al-Harba. A man of humble beginnings, al-Harba rose to prominence with his celebrated plays about historic figures...
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Book Club: Dune (Part 1) from 2021-05-28T10:00
Abu and Leo kick off their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into the first 105 pages of the novel. They explore how our protagonist Paul is special, break down the nefarious plot by the Harkonnens,...
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The Orange Catholic Bible from 2021-05-21T12:20
Abu and Leo unpack the role that religion plays in the Dune universe by exploring the tumultuous history of the Orange Catholic Bible, a massive religious text that aimed to combine all human faith...
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The Supporting Characters That Deserve an HBO Series from 2021-05-07T10:00
Abu and Leo are joined by DanikaXIX to shine a light on the supporting characters in the Dune universe that deserve to have their stories explored in spin-off series. Please make it happen, HBO! T...
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Dune Book Club and Mailbag Announcement from 2021-04-23T10:00
Abu and Leo are re-reading Dune in preparation for the upcoming film and we're excited for you to read along with us! We also plan on doing regular mailbag episodes, so send us all of your silly an...
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Gurney Halleck from 2021-04-09T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the inspiring life of Gurney Halleck, the greatest warrior-poet in the galaxy. From his childhood spent making music to his enslavement by the Harkonnens and eventual rise withi...
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A high-priority message from CHOAM from 2021-04-08T20:50
Gom Jabbar is evolving and we want to share a small update with our listeners. Stay tuned for some exciting announcements coming soon! This podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #3 and #4 from 2021-03-26T10:00
Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights an...
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Jodorowsky's Dune from 2021-03-12T11:00
Abu and Leo unpack their complicated feelings about infamous avant-garde filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky's vision for his failed film adaption of Dune. Despite some bold choices and unique ideas, it...
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Ixian vs Tleilaxu from 2021-02-26T11:00
Abu and Leo explore the two wildly different approaches to science and technology in the Dune universe. While the Ixians cross the line with advanced machines, the Tleilaxu push the boundaries of m...
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The Amtal Rule from 2021-02-12T11:00
Abu and Leo are joined by Elaine from Nerd Cookies to explore a philosophy that is core to the Dune universe: to truly know something, you have to push it beyond its limits. This idea is present ac...
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The Weapons of Dune from 2021-01-29T11:00
Abu and Leo defend quick and attack slow as they explore the unique and deadly weapons found in the Dune universe, from poison-tipped bodkins to planet-destroying stone burners and everything in be...
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Dune: House Atreides Issues #1 and #2 from 2021-01-15T11:00
Abu and Leo share their insights and impressions of issues #1 and #2 of the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. T...
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The Planets of Dune from 2021-01-01T11:00
Abu and Leo travel across the Imperium and explore the history and significance of the key planets in the Dune universe, from the sands of Arrakis to the exotic sexual practices of Gamont. This ep...
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A Quick Holiday Update from 2020-11-27T11:00
We'll be off for the next few weeks for the holidays. Abu and Leo will be stuffing their faces with pie as they plan some amazing upcoming episodes, including some great ideas from our listeners! ...
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The Animals of Dune from 2020-11-13T11:00
Abu and Leo take a trip to Frank Herbert's zoo to learn all about the cute, cuddly, and extremely dangerous animals found in the Dune universe, many of which we'll likely see in the upcoming film.T...
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The Prescience of Paul and Leto II Atreides from 2020-10-30T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the lives and legacies of Paul and Leto II, from their struggles with prescient abilities to their internal turmoil as leaders and legends. Were the two most powerful people in ...
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The Political Factions of Dune from 2020-10-16T10:00
Abu and Leo give an overview of the many factions moviegoers and new readers will encounter in the Dune universe, from the Atreides and Harkonnen to the Bene Gesserit and Spacing Guild. Each has a ...
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The Plants of Planet Ecaz from 2020-10-02T14:19
Abu and Leo travel to Planet Ecaz, one of the most underrated planets in the Dune universe, to study the many useful and dangerous plants found on its surface. This episode contains NO SPOILERS fo...
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Holtzman, the Genius Troll from 2020-09-18T12:28
Abu and Leo explore the absolutely wild life of the single most important person in the history of the Dune universe: Ibrahim Vaughn Holtzman. Turns out the man who changed human civilization forev...
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A Frame-by-Frame Analysis of the Dune Trailer from 2020-09-10T15:03
Abu and Leo geek out about the first official look at Dune and spend way too much time breaking down a 3-minute trailer. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels.Th...
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A Complete History of the Fremen (Part 2) from 2020-08-28T10:00
Abu and Leo explore how Fremen culture on Arrakis was manipulated as the political and ecological landscape of the planet changed. This episode contains major SPOILERS for all of Frank Herbert's n...
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A Complete History of the Fremen (Part 1) from 2020-08-14T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the long and brutal history of the Fremen people, from the generations of persecution during the Zensunni Migration to the hardships they faced on Arrakis. This episode contain...
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Creating an Indie Dune Board Game from 2020-07-31T10:00
In this special episode, Abu and Leo speak with Martijn, an indie board game creator who is hard at work developing a Dune tabletop game. They share their impressions of the early prototype and tal...
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The Technology of Dune from 2020-07-17T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the unique technology of the Dune universe and unpack how everything from ornithopters to glowglobes was shaped by major historical events. This episode contains NO SPOILERS fo...
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The Might of the Sardaukar from 2020-07-03T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the brutal origins of the fiercest and most feared warriors in the entire galaxy: the Sardaukar. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the plot of Frank Herbert's novels.This p...
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Mentats, The Human Computers (Part 2) from 2020-06-26T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the humanity of mentats in Dune and examine the lives of iconic characters like Thufir Hawat and Piter de Vries in order to figure out the strengths and weaknesses of these huma...
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Mentats, The Human Computers (Part 1) from 2020-06-19T10:00
Abu and Leo explore the history and significance of mentats in the story of Dune. They discuss the founding of the Order of Mentats, their rigorous training, and the profound effect they have on th...
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The Timeline of Dune (Part 2) from 2020-06-12T11:00
Abu and Leo explore the key events that shaped human history during the 10,000-year period from formation of the Spacing Guild to the first pages of Dune. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the ...
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The Timeline of Dune (Part 1) from 2020-06-12T10:00
In our inaugural episode, Abu and Leo dive into their history books and cover the 20,000 years of human history before the formation of the Spacing Guild. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the ...
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Introducing Gom Jabbar from 2020-04-21T14:18
Gom Jabbar is your ultimate guide to the iconic Dune universe. Join hosts Abu and Leo as they dive deep into every aspect of Dune lore, from Frank Herbert's original novels to HBO's television show...
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