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Hamlet (2025) – the Asian prince of London Apr 10, 2026

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David and Elysia dive into Shakespeare's Hamlet, opening with a discussion of the play itself and some of the most classic film and stage adaptations, not to mention the whole sub-genre of films loosely adapting and referencing the Bard's longest work.

With that foundation laid, they turn their attention to the new adaptation starring Riz Ahmed, directed by Aneil Karia, that debuted at Telluride last year and is opening in theaters across North America today, April 10. How faithful is this new incarnation of the story, set in London's Asian community in the modern day? And what does and doesn't work when breaking down the source material to create what they call "the boldest adaptation to date"?

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Hamlet adaptations discussed:

Hamlet (1948) – Directed by Laurence Olivier, starring Laurence Olivier
Hamlet (1990) – Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Mel Gibson
Hamlet (1996) – Directed by Kenneth Branagh, starring Kenneth Branagh
Hamlet (2009) – Directed by Gregory Doran, starring David Tennant
Hamlet (2018) – Directed by Rhodri Huw and Robert Icke, starring Andrew Scott
Hamlet (2024) – Directed by Sean Mathias, starring Ian McKellen
Hamlet (2025) – Directed by Aneil Karia, starring Riz Ahmed
Hamlet: National Theatre Live (2026) – Directed by Robert Hastie, starring Hiran Abeysekera

Other films discussed:

Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (1990) – Directed by Tom Stoppard
The Lion King (1994) – Directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff
In the Bleak Midwinter (1995) – Directed by Kenneth Branagh
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Undead (2009) – Directed by Jordan Galland
Ophelia (2018) – Directed by Claire McCarthy
The Northman (2022) – Directed by Robert Eggers
Grand Theft Hamlet (2024) – Directed by Sam Crane and Pinny Grylls
King Hamlet (2025) – Directed by Elvira Lind
Scarlet (2026) – Directed by Mamoru Hosoda

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Maul: Shadow Lord - S01E01-02 - The Dark Revenge / Sinister Schemes Apr 08, 2026

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David, John, and Jean kick off their weekly coverage of Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord with a discussion of the two-episode premiere. A quick note — we had some technical issues with our usual recording setup this week, so the audio quality isn't up to our normal standards, but the conversation is very much worth the listen. The team breaks down Maul's opening moves to reignite a syndicate war on Janix, the introduction of Devon Izara and her Jedi Master Daki in hiding, and Detective Brander Lawson's noir-tinged investigation into the chaos Maul is unleashing. The conversation explores the show's bold decision to center a villain as its protagonist, the striking animation style, and how these first two chapters establish the themes of revenge, power, and manipulation that will drive the season.

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The Pitt - S02E13 - 7:00 P.M. Apr 06, 2026

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David and John discuss the unraveling of Robby, the humbling of Ogilvie, and shredder placement.

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Maul: Shadow Lord - Season Preview Apr 03, 2026

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David is joined by Jon and Elysia for the season preview of Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, the new animated series created by Dave Filoni and Matt Michnovetz.

The conversation is structured in tiers, starting spoiler-free with release details and coverage plans before moving into light story and production context, and finally diving deep into Maul's full backstory and the crime syndicates of the Star Wars underworld.

Elysia provides extensive lore context on Maul's journey from Dathomir through The Clone Wars to his post-Order 66 status, while the team discusses the show's potential as a character study exploring revenge, power, and the criminal underbelly of the galaxy.

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The Pitt - Inside the ER: A Nurse's Perspective w/SarahZ Apr 01, 2026

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David sits down with Sarah, a longtime Lorehounds listener and ICU nurse with over two decades of experience in trauma care at teaching hospitals. The conversation explores the authenticity of The Pitt's depiction of emergency medicine, why Ogilvy's first-day cockiness is more common than viewers might think, and how addiction storylines among healthcare professionals ring surprisingly true. Sarah explains the hierarchy of nursing roles, why teaching hospitals need far more than two attendings on duty, and how watching The Pitt provides an unexpected emotional outlet for feelings nurses must suppress during shifts.

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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) – Hope-punk heavy metal Apr 01, 2026

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Elysia and Riley kneel at the alter of Ralph Fiennes' Iron Maiden, discuss why Jimmy Crystal is scarier than Sinners' vampire Remmick, and glean hope from this film's not-so-hidden messages of humanity, sacrifice, and teasings of radical forgiveness in the second film in the game-changing 28 Years Later zoombie trilogy.

Previous coverage: 28 Days & Weeks Later (subscribers) & 28 Years Later (2025)

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The Pitt - S02E12 - 6:00 P.M. Mar 29, 2026

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David and John talk crime coverups and funding cuts in this episode of The Pitt.

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One Piece (Netflix) - S02E01-03 Mar 27, 2026

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John and Elysia set sail on the East Blue and recap One Piece Season 1 before the live action Season 2 premieres on March 10. They discuss the Hope-Punk of Luffy, the theme of found family, and the absurdity of the production.

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Dune Updates w/Dune Minute Podcast Mar 25, 2026

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Dune Storyverse Check-In w/Zach & John from Dune Minute Podcast

David sits down with Zach and John from the Dune Minute Podcast for a wide-ranging check-in on the state of the Dune storyverse. The conversation covers Dune Minute's current coverage of the Sci-Fi Channel miniseries, the latest on Dune: Prophecy season two production, and their spoiler-filled first reactions to the Dune: Part Three teaser trailer — including speculation on the mysterious casket, Anya Taylor-Joy's casting as Alia, the Stoneburner, and whether Denis Villeneuve is pulling from Brian Herbert's expanded novels.

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Gene Hackman Filmography - Into the West Mar 24, 2026

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David is joined by community members Lisa and Bryan to launch Into the West, a new show on The Lorehounds Network dedicated to celebrating the careers of filmmakers and actors who have passed on. In this inaugural episode, the trio explores the life and legacy of Gene Hackman, from his Depression-era roots and early breakthrough in Bonnie and Clyde through his defining role in the New Hollywood movement with The French Connection and The Conversation to later triumphs like Hoosiers, Mississippi Burning, Unforgiven, and The Royal Tenenbaums. Lisa and Bryan share personal memories of growing up with Hackman's films, discuss his reputation as a fiercely prepared and principled actor, and walk through an essential filmography spanning his remarkable 79-film career before each host picks a film for the community vote.

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