Escape Hatch (formerly Dune Pod)

Latest Episodes:

The Big Lebowski (1998) Apr 05, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by legendary tech investor and Shark Tank host, Chris Sacca. We discuss the #1 cult film of all time: The Big Lebowski, shot by our man, Roger Deakins. Topics include the amazing community that has sprung up around the film, its limitless rewatchability, and all the behind the scenes secret insights.

Read our full episode transcript!

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:12:25)
Roundtable Discussion (00:16:10)
Your Letters (02:00:01)

Notes and Links

The Jesus Rolls (Unofficial Big Lebowski Sequel) Update. Check out the movie’s IMDb page.
Todd Vaziri bowling drone footage to Jedi speeder scene. Check out this fantastic video here.
Today show interview with Jeff, John, and Steve 20 years later. Check it out here.
Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod matched contributions up to $5K for 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Even though our matching donations are now closed, the link is still active, so make your donation via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Dune Pod: your one stop shop to get fully prepared for the new Dune movie by delving into the books, as well as the films directed by Denis Villeneuve and featuring the cast and crew of the new film. Dune neophytes and historians alike are welcome to join our tribe.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

TENET (2020) Mar 29, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by digital set designer, Tim Croshaw. We discuss the *definitive* big budget serious sci-fi masterpiece from 2020: no, not Denis’ Dune, Nolan’s TENET. We cover international film finance, how much it costs to rent a 300’ yacht, and try to sort out the grandfather paradox.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:07:16)
Roundtable Discussion (00:12:05)
Tallin Heist (00:48:57)
Your Letters (01:19:54)

Notes and Links

Regal Theaters reopening. They worked out a deal with Warner Brothers for HBO Max day and date release for 2021, but will move to 45 days for 2022. Details in this CNBC article.
New Rockstars TENET explainer. Definitely worth watching this great video explainer.
Barry’s Timeline Travel TENET explainer. Definitely worth reading the detailed explanation and graphs in this great written explainer.
Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod matched contributions up to $5K for 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Even though our matching donations are now closed, the link is still active, so make your donation via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

Skyfall (2012) Mar 22, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by the podcast godfather himself, Jonesy Loves Beer. We discuss Stilgar himself from Dune 2021, Javier Bardem, in Skyfall. We cover the deeper meanings of James Bond’s journey, debate which 007 theme song is the best, and as always, lay in adoration at the feet of DA GAWD Roger Deakins.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:09:45)
Roundtable Discussion (00:14:41)
Your Letters (01:27:45)

Notes and Links

Jonesy’s podcast: Interview with the Podcast Vampire! Check out this excellent Tom Cruise movie retrospective. The latest episode covers the amazingMission Impossible III (2006).
Jonesy’s other podcast: Paperkeg! Check out this excellent podcast on Comics and Friendship. The latest episode is availablehere.
Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod matched contributions up to $5K for 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Even though our matching donations are now closed, the link is still active, so make your donation via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

David Lynch's Lost Highway (1997) Mar 15, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by the hosts of the amazing low rent horror podcast Bat & Spider: Charles Forsman and Dale_A. We discuss David Lynch’s 1997 surreal nightmare, Lost Highway. Topics include how this soundtrack changed our lives, how to spot a psychotic fugue state, and accept David Lynch’s blessing that a movie can mean whatever we want it to.
Also, we’re thrilled to announce that our final total raised by our Texas Foodbank Fundraising Charity Drive was $16,028! The main link for contributions remains open if you still want to contribute. Details below.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:07:29)
Roundtable Discussion (00:11:42)
Your Letters (01:36:57)

Notes and Links

Check out the Bat & Spider Podcast! Listen to the latest episodes, merchandise, and links to join the Bat & Spider discord to hang out with other fans together at batandspider.com.
Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod matched contributions up to $5K for 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Even though our matching donations are now closed, the link is still active, so make your donation via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

Ronin (1998) Mar 08, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by return guest and VP of Viewer Experience at Twitch, Tom Verrilli. We discuss our first film featuring the Baron Harkonnen himself, Stellan Skarsgard, 1998s heist thriller, Ronin. We discuss the value of maintaining one’s personal honor, get surprisingly in depth on german sports sedan configurations, and finally figure out what color the boathouse at Hereford really is.
Also, we’re thrilled to announce that our final total raised by our Texas Foodbank Fundraising Charity Drive was $16,028! The main link for contributions remains open if you still want to contribute. Details below.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:07:14)
Roundtable Discussion (00:12:47)
Your Letters (01:00:16)

Notes and Links

Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod matched contributions up to $5K for 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Even though our matching donations are now closed, the link is still active, so make your donation via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

Ladyhawke (1985) Mar 01, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by return guest and Managing Editor of Fangoria Magazine, Meredith Borders. We discuss the 1985 classic fantasy romance film, Ladyhawke! Topics include the complexity of animal mating rituals, esoteric details of historical weaponry, and the dangers lurking in the Dark Web.
We're also provide an update on the Dune Pod Charity Fundraiser for Texas Foodbanks in light of the recent severe storms. We are matching contributions up to $5,000 to do our part to help out and we hope you’ll join us. Details below.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:05:48)
Roundtable Discussion (00:08:53)
Your Letters (01:04:32)

Notes and Links

Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod is matching contributions up to $5K to 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Make your donation and then send us a DM, VM, or hit us up at letters@dunepod.com and tell us why you donated. We’ll double your money and give you a shoutout on the air! Donate via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
The Skree Dune issue is available now! Pick up this amazing work of loving art now at The Grumpus.
Detailed sword/armor analysis of Ladyhawke. Read all about it at Medieval Matters.
Dune Fan Casting on Reddit. Read this awesome post with actors for all 6 books here.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

Inside Llewyn Davis (2013) Feb 23, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by Emmy Award winning producer and director, Rob Schroeder. We discuss the breakout role for Dune’s Duke Leto himself, Oscar Isaac, in the 2013 Coen Brothers masterpiece, Inside Llewyn Davis. We discuss the dangers of demanding artistic purity, great achievements in music, and marvel at the majesty of John Goodman.
We're also launching the Dune Pod Charity Fundraiser for Texas Foodbanks in light of the recent severe storms. We’ll be matching contributions up to $5,000 to do our part to help out and we hope you’ll join us. Details below.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:05:15)
Roundtable Discussion (00:10:08)
Your Letters (00:56:33)

Notes and Links

Texas Foodbank Fundraising Drive. Dune Pod is matching contributions up to $5K to 12 regional foodbanks covering Texas. Make your donation and then send us a DM, VM, or hit us up at letters@dunepod.com and tell us why you donated. We’ll double your money and give you a shoutout on the air! Donate via AOC’s SUPPORT RELIEF EFFORTS IN TEXAS Act Blue.
WB’s Reminiscence movie premiere info.In theaters and HBO Max September 3rd (Aug 25th internationally). Consistent with Dune, so further confirmation. Read about it in Variety’s article.
Denis’ List of 20 Films to Get Ready for Dune (Sort of). Article on Indiewire collecting a list of movies Denis says he loves. No Country, 2001, Children of Me, Dead Ringers, Mother!, Seven Samurai, Dogtooth, Close Encounters, Under the Skin, and more. See them all here.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

God Emperor of Dune (1981) Feb 15, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by noted poet and spiritual advisor, Protolexus. We discuss the fourth book in Frank Herbert’s hexology, God Emperor of Dune. We cover the dangers of literary excess, the challenge of separating art from artist, and whether love really is the most powerful force in the universe.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:05:07)
Roundtable Discussion (00:10:42)
Your Letters (00:45:47)

Notes and Links

Dune premiering September 15th. Internationally, specifically France. Unconfirmed. Scoop by Dune-BehindTheScenes.
Timothee Scissorhands. Timmy was on the Super Bowl, and not for Dune. Watch Timothee as Edgar Scissorhands in the new Cadillac commercial.
Bushido’s Dune Spotify Playlist. Friend of the show Rich (aka Bushido on Spotify) has built an awesome chill Dune inspired playlist.
CORRECTION: Polytechnique was not Denis’ first feature film. Thank you to redditor hintsofwizardry for pointing out that Denis did August 32nd on Earth (1998) and Maelstrom (2000), and then took a 9 year hiatus before returning for Polytechnique.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

Polytechnique (2009) Feb 08, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by return guest and host of the hot new podcast Cinenauts, Ctcher. We cover Denis Venilleuve’s first feature film, Polytechnique. This powerful drama about a 1989 school shooting, led us to have a very real conversation about the dangers of isolation and delusion, the barriers to economic and gender equality, but hopefully to still have a few laughs along the way.

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:06:57)
Roundtable Discussion (00:10:26)
Your Letters (01:03:45)

Notes and Links

Dune Homepage updated with HBO Max. An official agreement could be just days away? Read more via Dune-BehindTheScenes
Zendaya & Timothee threw dance parties on the set of Dune. In a new interview with Colbert last night, Colbert just went straight for Dune right out of the gate! Watch here
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.

Follow @dunepod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Tobey Forsman of Whipsong Music
Cover art by @ctcher

The King (2019) Feb 02, 2021

Show notes

In our latest episode, regular hosts Haitch and Jason are joined by return guest and host of the 70mm podcast, Slim. We cover Timothée Chalamet’s perfect warmup for his performance in Dune, 2019’s The King. We discuss the ups and downs of home theater configuration, historical facts vs fiction, and whether the movie Heat is wildly over-rated?

Chapters

Introduction (00:00:00)
Dune News (00:09:45)
Roundtable Discussion (00:15:35)
Your Letters (01:03:25)

Notes and Links

New HBO Max Streaming Trailer. The link to the new HBO Max trailer featuring Dune alongside every other 2021 release was provided by Dune News Net.
Dune: House of Secrets Adventure Game. From Portal Games, the makers of Detective, a new 3 part adventure game set within the first Dune book. Read all about it at Boardgame Geek.
Zendaya and Carey Mulligan were featured on Actors on Actors, friend of the show Rob Schroeder’s Emmy winning show. Topics: Euphoria, Malcolm & Marie, and Promising Young Woman. Watch the full video on Variety.
Tim O’Reilly’s 1977 biography Frank Herbert
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on our Dune Pod Set List on Letterboxd
Dune Pod’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@dunepod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.