Best Oneshot Podcasts (2026)

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Stranger Things - Season 5 (Oneshot) 1:12:07

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3d ago1:12:07

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John and Elysia take one last trip to the Upside Down and discuss the final season of Stranger Things. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to…

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Episode 147 – New Book Releases plus the 2025 Holiday Oneshot Idea 1:11:24

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Ryan and Ben talk about the newest Forgotten Realms and Eberron books then dive into their yearly holiday oneshot. Community Pages: Everything you need to know about the new Forgotten Realms books; What’s new with the Artificer; Forge your story with 5 inventive artificer subclasses; Polygon’s Eberron: Forge of the Artificer article; Ed Greenwood’s…

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Bonus: Happy New Year 2026! 0:59

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Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! Quick annoucement to say there no new episode this week due to running out of time before the festive period! We return on Sunday 18th Jan with The Zone! Credits The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'What Am I Rolling?'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast was created, recorded, and edited by Fiona Howat. The WAIR logo was created by Fiona Howat. The theme music…

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Pluribus - S01E09 - Season Finale Reactions 1:03:41

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David and Nichole discuss their reactions to the season finale, grappling with the episode's theological weight and the revealed nature of the plurbs. The conversation centers on the devastating cold open and they explore how Zosia's manipulation of Carol through mimicking Helen exposed the plurbs' ultimate goal: not communion but assimilation with…

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Frankenstein (2025) – The Creature's final form? 2:17:50

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Jean joins Elysia to discuss Guillermo del Toro's final form of filmmaking – the movie he's been making in his head for 50 years. They break down the book changes, links to the films from the '30s, and inspirations from Del Toro's own life – plus the costumes, casting, production design, and the rest as they ponder the film's many philosophical que…

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TV Top 3 of 2025 w/Co-hosts, Affiliates and Friends - Bonus Second Breakfast 3:55:46

11d ago3:55:46

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Join us for a massive Boxing Day celebration as David welcomes co-hosts, affiliates, and friends to share their Top 3 TV shows of 2025! This special episode features six segments with Jean & Marilyn, Mark & Nichole from Nevermind the Music, Aaron K & Richard from Radioactive Ramblers, Ian from Captains Pod, Anthony & Steve from Properly Howard, and…

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Ep. 59: Runaway Dog 1:32:29

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After dealing with a transmutation wizard, the group tries to catch their lost Werewolf, following a trail that leads deeper into the moonlight... Become a Member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMkvQUm_aXR-iKHVUTk0ILw/join Timestamps: Intro + Recap 00:00 Werewolf / Wizard Combat 2:37 Tracking 25:24 City Manor 37:44 Church Surprise 45:15 Dungeon …

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Top 10 TV of 2025 - Second Breakfast 2:50:54

12d ago2:50:54

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David, John, and Elysia present their personal top 10 television shows for 2025 in this annual tradition released on Christmas Day. The hosts share their rankings, discuss standout moments from the year in television, and reveal the community's collective top 10 list compiled from subscriber surveys. Read the full rankings and analysis on our blog:…

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Pluribus - S01E08 - Charm Offensive 2:27:08

15d ago2:27:08

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David and Nichole examine an episode bookended by Manusos's journey from Panama to the border, while Carol navigates the blurring lines of manipulation with Zosia and the joined community. The conversation explores the show's masterful use of pacing—allowing scenes to breathe and characters to simply exist together—including a shot-for-shot homage …

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Episode #160: My Late Father's Correspondence Pt. 2 1:07:57

16d ago1:07:57

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Content Warnings ⁠My Late Father's Correspondence⁠ explores bittersweet family drama. Content includes grief, patriarchy, illness, colonialism, war and death. Show Notes This week, Fiona is playing '⁠⁠My Late Father's Correspondence⁠⁠': an epistolary roleplaying game of bittersweet family drama by Hayley Gordon and published by ⁠Storybrewers Rolepl…

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Violent Night (2022) - Elevenses - Dec'25 52:38

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David, John, and Elysia spread some Holiday Cheer and Fear in the start of their action-packed Christmas Elevenses coverage. They discuss David Harbour's entry into the Santa canon with Violent Night. Subscribe in the linktree below to hear their upcoming coverage of Die Hard. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: lorehounds@thelorehoun…

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Wicked: For Good (2025) – w/ musical & book differences 2:27:49

18d ago2:27:49

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The witches are back! Meaning, of course, Marilyn, Nichole, and Elysia – the trio returns, one year later, to talk about the second and final (?) Wicked musical adaptation: How does it compare to the first? To the second act of the musical? And the books it's based on? And, most importantly, what does it mean to be changed for the better...for good…

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Talamasca: The Secret Order - Season 1 53:12

20d ago53:12

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Elysia and John return to the Ann Rice Immortals Universe to discuss the spy-thriller spinoff that left us whelmed. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of…

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It: Welcome to Derry - S01E08 - Winter Fire 1:49:42

21d ago1:49:42

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Elysia, John, and Mark wade through the timey-wimey twists of a wintry season finale. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or…

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Pluribus - S01E07 - The Gap 2:27:24

22d ago2:27:24

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David and Nichole unpack an episode that mirrors Carol and Manusos through parallel solitary journeys of survival and loss. The conversation begins with thoughtful community feedback about microaggressions and the importance of names, then explores Carol's emotional progression during her 12-day montage of attempting normalcy in an empty world. The…

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It: Welcome to Derry - S01E07 - The Black Spot 1:37:52

24d ago1:37:52

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Elysia, John, and Mark watch the Augury unfold in this shocking episode of horror. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or ot…

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The American Revolution - Season Wrap-Up w/Marilyn R. Pukkila 2:11:15

29d ago2:11:15

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila for a comprehensive wrap-up of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution. Marilyn brings her background as a retired research librarian with an MA in medieval Welsh history, while Brian discusses his work in presidential oral history at UVA's Miller Center and previous exper…

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2026 Oscar-Qualified Shorts – Top 20 for Lorehounds 51:42

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Today, voting for the 2026 Oscar shortlists began, lasting all week – these 20 (or, er, 26) Oscar-qualified live-action and animated shorts are all eligible. Whether or not they make the shortlist (some of them will), here's why you might want to watch – from mermaid folk horror or brutal griffin hunts to gentle tales of the lists we make in life, …

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Pluribus - S01E06 - HDP 2:42:12

30d ago2:42:12

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David and Nichole unpack the most impactful episode yet, examining the major revelations delivered through Carol's two conversations with Diatabé that fundamentally reframe the show's central mystery. The discussion explores the extraordinary filmmaking craft on display—from the intricate details scattered throughout every scene to the mirroring be…

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Episode #159: My Late Father's Correspondence Pt. 1 1:09:44

1M ago1:09:44

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Content Warnings My Late Father's Correspondence explores bittersweet family drama. Content includes grief, patriarchy, illness, colonialism, war and death. Show Notes This week, Fiona is playing '⁠My Late Father's Correspondence⁠': an epistolary roleplaying game of bittersweet family drama by Hayley Gordon and published by Storybrewers Roleplaying…

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Ep. 58: Werewolf Crossing 1:57:37

1M ago1:57:37

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The fear of Wolf Men lurking in the woods becomes a reality when the group is cornered in a trapped house. Let's hope no one gets bit... Become a Member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMkvQUm_aXR-iKHVUTk0ILw/join Timestamps: Intro + Recap 00:00 Abandoned Lake House 2:16 Giles is Found 29:42 Werewolf Puzzle Combat 41:17 Socials: https://twitter.c…

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It: Welcome to Derry - S01E06 - In the Name of the Father 1:45:52

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Elysia, John, and Mark send in the clowns to give more backstory to It. They discuss fake music numbers, the breaking of fellowships, and the show's three-season trajectory. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions st…

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Pluribus - S01E05 - Got Milk 1:52:56

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David and Nichole explore the most visually stunning episode yet, examining the subtle artistry of the cinematography that rivals Severance's most beautifully crafted moments. The conversation delves into the bittersweet opposites at the show's core—joy and poignancy, cleverness and grief, sci-fi premise and deeply human storytelling—as Carol proce…

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Predator: Badlands (2025) - Oneshot 1:44:04

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Jean and Elysia (with an appearance from David) join Dek and Thia's clan for a full breakdown of the good, the objections, the great, and the Yautja lore of Predators: Badlands Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Or, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/cont…

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It: Welcome to Derry - S01E05 - 29 Neibolt Street 1:34:07

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Elysia, John, and Mark enter the sewers to explore the growing references to Stephen King's legendarium. They discuss Dick Halloran's powers, the limitations and feeding needs of It, and new possible connections to the original timeline. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord,…

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Pluribus - S01E04 - Please, Carol 1:53:57

1M ago1:53:57

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Content Warning: This episode discusses conversion therapy and unhealthy family dynamics. Please listen with care if these topics are sensitive for you. David and Nichole dive into the richest episode yet, exploring Carol's traumatic backstory including her family history and experiences with conversion therapy that shaped her fierce independence. …

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Episode #158: Alone Against The Static (Call of Cthulhu) 2:43:56

1M ago2:43:56

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Content Warnings Alone Against The Static explores themes of grief, isolation, relationships, and heartbreak. It is recommended for mature players and listeners. Show Notes This week, Fiona is playing 'Alone Against The Static': A Call of Cthulhu modern-era scenario beyond signal range, written by B.W. Holland and published by Chaosium! Alex and Ch…

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The American Revolution - Episode 5 - The Soul of All America 57:11

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the fifth episode. The discussion highlights Burns' ability to tell previously marginalized stories of women, Black Americans (both enslaved and freed), and Native Americans, connecting scholarship that …

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IT: Welcome to Derry - S01E04 - The Great Swirling Apparatus of Our Planet's Function 2:28:45

2M ago2:28:45

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Elysia and Mark are back to guide lore fiends all the way through the sewers of Derry to Stephen King's Dark Tower nexus and back again as they discuss HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry season 1, episode 4: "The Great Swirling Apparatus of Our Planet's Function." It's time for some serious turtle talk, and the science behind Marge's eye instincts and the …

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The American Revolution - Episode 4 - Conquer by a Drawn Game 1:08:05

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the fourth episode. The discussion explores the delicate balance Burns maintains between chronology and thematic storytelling, drawing from Brian's conversation with his son about AP history. The hosts e…

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White as Snow - Part 8 1:21:12

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The gang have finally have the mirror and are ready to return to the Queen, but she has more plans for the adventurers. Like what you hear and want to support the show? Even $1 goes a long way for us! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/halfwaytopatreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to hang out with the cast? Come join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/halfwaytodiscord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitch.tv/maj…

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The American Revolution - Episode 3 - Times That Try Men's Souls 1:10:15

2M ago1:10:15

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the third episode. The discussion explores Burns finding his rhythm in military history storytelling following his Vietnam War series, the crucial connection between military action and congressional pol…

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The American Revolution - Episode 2 - An Asylum for Mankind 1:03:44

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 continue their special coverage of the PBS Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution with immediate reactions to the second episode. The discussion explores Burns' careful navigation of politically sensitive material, the Declaration of Independence as a radical and inspiring idea that resonated with enslaved peopl…

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Pluribus - S01E03 - Grenade 2:06:55

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David and Nichole explore episode three of Pluribus, examining Carol's growing dependence on the joined infrastructure despite her fierce resistance to their collective. The conversation analyzes the visually stunning supermarket sequence, debates whether the episode advances the plot sufficiently, and considers the show's exploration of what happe…

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The American Revolution - Episode 1 - A Dangerous Game 45:21

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David and Loremaster Bryan8063 launch special coverage of PBS's Ken Burns miniseries The American Revolution, providing immediate reactions to the first episode. Bryan brings advanced degrees in history and library science, experience as a research librarian at Monticello, and work as an interpretive ranger at the James Garfield home. The discussio…

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IT: Welcome to Derry - S01E03 - Now You See It 2:13:40

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Explore the subterranean depths of Stephen King lore with Mark and Elysia in their breakdown of HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry season1, episode 3: "Now You See It." From what we all forget about CGI to the show's surprising connections to lore outside the IT novel, they take a closer look at the history, the literature, and the meaning of it all. Conta…

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Episode 146 – Unearthed Arcana Subclass Insights plus Tips and Tricks 59:10

2M ago59:10

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Ryan and Ben look over the newest Unearthed Arcana Subclass Insights and then answer a listener question looking for tips and tricks! Community Pages: Unearthed Arcana Designer Insights; Updated Unearthed Arcana Subclasses; How Deborah Ann Woll makes D&D so immersive; Tales from Woodcreek: Episode 1; Critical Role Comic Humble Bundle; Tome of Mysti…

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Ep. 57: Moonstone Dragon's Lair 1:56:59

2M ago1:56:59

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The group's hunt has led them to a moonstone cave, their target deep within the final chamber fitting for a dungeon's boss; a natural underground spring where the Pity Party will take on their first dragon head-to-head! Become a Member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMkvQUm_aXR-iKHVUTk0ILw/join Timestamps: Intro + Recap 00:00 Entering the Lair 2…

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Pluribus - S01E01-02 - We Is Us & Pirate Lady 1:59:46

2M ago1:59:46

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David and Nichole from Nevermind the Music kick off their weekly coverage of Vince Gilligan's Pluribus on Apple TV Plus, discussing the show's intriguing premise where a biological phenomenon causes worldwide happiness with devastating consequences. They explore the series' central character Carol, the nature of "the joined" versus the non-infected…

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Bonus: Q&A with Wingshan Huntley & Siren's Oath: Tides Turning 49:15

2M ago49:15

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Show Notes To tide us over til our next one-shot, here's a bonus episode where our host and GM Fiona chats to Wingshan Huntley⁠, founder of Twisted Spire and creator of Sirens’ Oath: Tides Turning: a revenge driven, eco fantasy, mermaid coven one-shot TTRPG. Sirens’ Oath blends storytelling, emotion, and memories. Players are invited to embody merm…

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IT: Welcome to Derry - S01E02 - The Thing in the Dark 1:37:13

2M ago1:37:13

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Elysia, John, and Mark explore the the influence of Pennywise over Derry. They give their thoughts on the New, New Losers Club, the Pattycakes, and the passive adults of the town. Then, they speculate on how being an outsider can interact with Pennywise's influence. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to…

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Dick Turpin - S01E07 - Halloween Special - WhachaWachin 40:13

2M ago40:13

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Halloween bonus episode from the subscriber feed: Dick Turpin on Apple TV+ dropped a werebear of a surprise Halloween special on us, so Marilyn, Bob, and Elysia are paying it forward with a surprise Dick Turpin Halloween WhachaWachin of their own! They discuss the unexpected cancelation, and even more unexpected Spooktober special, pick their perso…

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Pluribus - Season Preview 35:28

2M ago35:28

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David and Nichole introduce their upcoming coverage of Pluribus, Vince Gilligan's new science fiction series coming to Apple TV+ on November 7th. The conversation explores their coverage format, recording schedule, and why they're excited about this Truman Show-esque mystery from the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. In the second half,…

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IT: Welcome to Derry - S01E01 - The Pilot 1:39:58

2M ago1:39:58

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Elysia, John, and Mark return to Derry, Maine to watch a new generation of children suffer the horrors of Pennywise the Dancing Clown. They break down the Dark Tower easter eggs, the connections to the movies and books, and their theories for what's coming next this season. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] …