Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

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Book Club: Heretics of Dune (Part 2) Oct 04, 2024

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Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Heretics of Dune by diving deep into chapters 4-6. They explore how Miles Teg's beliefs were shaped by the Sisterhood and attempt to untangle the Tleilaxu religion.

This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the books and chapters covered thus far.

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TEASER: "Gays have opted to not continue the species." Sep 27, 2024

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The next episode of our ongoing series Interviews with Frank Herbert dives into one of the most problematic statements Frank publicly made. Stay tuned!

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Interviews with Frank Herbert: “All governments lie.” Sep 13, 2024

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Abu and Leo bring you the words of Frank Herbert himself, pulling from interviews and articles going back over 50 years.

This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah, Children of Dune, and God Emperor of Dune

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Mailbag: Atreides Powers, Alternate Timelines, and the Last Two Books Aug 16, 2024

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Abu and Leo got your burning questions and take some time to answer them! MAILBAG!

This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah, Children of Dune, and God Emperor of Dune

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Book Club: Foundation by Isaac Asimov (Part 2) Aug 09, 2024

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Abu and Leo complete their read of Isaac Asimov's iconic sci-fi novel Foundation. They explore the limits of religious influence and the corruption of Seldon's Plan.

This episode contains SPOILERS through God Emperor of Dune.

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Dune: Part Two Watch Along Aug 02, 2024

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Join Abu and Leo as they rewatch Dune: Part Two! Just sync up your movie with this commentary and it will feel like we're right there with you in the theater, whispering sweet nothings and lore in your ears.

This episode contains SPOILERS for Denis Villeneuve's films and the first novel.

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Book Club: Foundation by Isaac Asimov (Part 1) Jul 26, 2024

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Abu and Leo take a break from their Golden Path in this off-topic mini bookclub covering the first half of Isaac Asimov's iconic novel, Foundation, as voted on by Patrons! They talk about Psychohistory, stagnation and religious manipulation.

This episode contains SPOILERS through God Emperor of Dune.

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Chakobsa and the Languages of Dune Jul 19, 2024

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Abu and Leo avoid strafing as they explore the various languages of the Dune universe, from Chakobsa to Galach, Farsi to Fremen and everything in between.

This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first book.

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Our Favorite Sci-Fi Stories That Aren’t Dune Jul 12, 2024

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Abu and Leo take a break from their Golden Path in this off-topic episode to gush about all of the amazing science fiction they love that isn't Dune. They share their favorite sci-fi movies, television, books, anime, and video games.

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Assassins of Dune Jul 05, 2024

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Abu and Leo crack open their copies of the Assassin's Handbook and learn the finer points in the art of killing. Don't forget to pack your poisons and knives, folks.

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