Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

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12 Details You Missed in Dune: Part Two Mar 29, 2024

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Abu and Leo bring you 12 details you may have missed in Dune: Part Two, hand selected and with additional context from the broader Dune canon.

This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune and both of Villeneuve's films

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Book Club: Dune (pg. 1-104) Mar 27, 2024

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(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.)

Abu and Leo dive into the opening pages of Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi novel. They explore how our protagonist Paul is special, break down the nefarious plot by the Harkonnens, and discuss our introduction to Arrakis and the Fremen.

This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far.

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Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 17) Mar 22, 2024

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Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 41 and 42. They explore Siona's apocalyptic visions and sail the high seas with Moneo.

Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule

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Introducing Science Fiction Book Club Mar 21, 2024

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We're launching a new show and we'd love for you to check it out!

Science Fiction Book Club is a podcast for bookworms and stargazers. In every episode, hosts Abu and Obssa dive into the pages of their favorite science fiction novels to break down the big ideas and ask the nerdy questions.

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Book Chani vs Movie Chani (ft Dr. Kara Kennedy) Mar 15, 2024

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Abu and Leo explore the life of Chani Kynes in the book, then discuss the controversial changes made to her character in the blockbuster films with special guest Dr. Kara Kennedy (aka DuneScholar).

This episode contains SPOILERS for the first novel and both Denis Villeneuve films

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Read Dr. Kennedy's articles on Chani and Jessica, and check out her published academic works on Dune.

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Dune: Part Two Comprehensive Analysis and Review (Part 2) Mar 08, 2024

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Abu and Leo continue their breakdown of Dune: Part Two, scene-by-scene! They bring a comprehensive analysis of the blockbuster film and discuss the differences from the book lore, the issues they had with certain changes, and the things they absolutely loved. This is STILL the deep-dive review of the film you won't find anywhere else.

This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first Dune novel and both Denis Villeneuve films.

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Dune: Part Two Comprehensive Analysis and Review (Part 1) Mar 02, 2024

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Abu and Leo break down Dune: Part Two scene-by-scene in their comprehensive analysis of the blockbuster film. They discuss the differences from the book lore, the issues they had with certain changes, and the things they absolutely loved. This is the deep-dive review of the film you won't find anywhere else.

This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first Dune novel and both Denis Villeneuve films.

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New listeners start here! Mar 01, 2024

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Welcome to Gom Jabbar! Abu and Leo recommend you start your listening journey with one of these episodes:

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Oscar winner Patrice Vermette and LEGO designer Mike Psiaki Feb 26, 2024

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Abu and Leo are joined by LEGO product designer Mike Psiaki and Oscar-winning production designer Patrice Vermette to discuss the LEGO® Icons Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter and all things Dune. They get in to everything from the challenges of ornithopter design to the best food in Budapest and the secret trick behind every LEGO set.

This episode is in partnership with the LEGO Group.

This episode containsvery light SPOILERS for Denis Villeneuve's first film.

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Dune: Part Two Spoilercast Feb 25, 2024

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Abu and Leo saw Dune: Part Two at a press screening and have collected themselves just enough to talk a bit about it. Listen if you've seen it too!

This episode containsSPOILERS FOR DUNE: PART TWO. If you haven't seen the movie yet, save this episode for when you've had a chance to see it yourself.

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