Dune Talk

Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for weekly breakdowns of Dune: Prophecy!

On this new podcast, co-hosted by Hannah from Dune News Net and Marie-Claire from What the Force, we're diving deep into the first episode of HBO's Dune prequel TV series and exploring its themes of prophecy, feminine power, and mythic motifs. Discussion points include character analysis of Valya Harkonnen, Ynez, and the Emperor, especially through the lens of Joseph Campbell's hero's journey and Maureen Murdoch's heroine's journey. 

Learn about mythic motifs like consumption and the alchemical journey, and how these concepts integrate into the storylines. This episode also covers a closer look at the significance of prophetic visions and their impact on the characters as well as the audience from a psychological perspective. Tune in to explore the fascinating and complex world of Dune and how it resonates with our own psychological experiences.

Segments:

• 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood Podcast
• 0:01:12 Introduction to Mythic Analysis
• 0:03:11 Episode Review and Female Stories
• 0:04:29 Voiceover and Narration in Dune
• 0:05:45 Themes of Truth and Prophecy
• 0:11:50 Character Archetypes and Analysis
• 0:36:09 Consumption and the House of Atreus
• 0:40:33 Feminine Power and Prophecy
• 0:49:04 Episode Breakdown and Analysis
• 0:53:03 Ancient Rituals and Symbolism
• 0:54:36 The Ouroboros and Transcendence
• 0:56:27 Visions and Prophecies
• 0:58:00 The Belly of the Beast
• 0:59:11 Conflict and Transformation
• 1:13:28 The Power of Lies
• 1:17:03 Training and Truths
• 1:19:52 Engagement and Alliances
• 1:38:13 The Puppet
• 1:38:30 The Awkward Engagement Ceremony
• 1:39:35 Symbolism of Pomegranates
• 1:41:03 The Reception
• 1:44:52 The Salamander Toy
• 1:49:42 Ynez's “Bachelorette” Party
• 1:56:10 Desmond's Influence and the Emperor's Dilemma
• 2:06:23 The Alchemical Journey
• 2:10:41 Final Thoughts and Symbolism

This show's hosts:

• Hannah | @sihayaspring
• Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood Podcast to this feed, for coverage of HBO's Dune: Prophecy TV series! Enjoy this special collaboration between Dune News Net and What the Force.

Join co-hosts Hannah and Marie Claire (from What the Force) as they dive into a metamythic analysis of the new Dune: Prophecy series. In this preshow episode they discuss the mythic, psychological, and symbolical elements found in the trailers and stills. Drawing connections to Jungian theory, Joseph Campbell’s works, and alchemical symbolism. From character analysis to thematic predictions, get ready for an in-depth look at the Dune universe.

Segments:

• 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
• 0:00:34 Exploring Dune Prophecy
• 0:00:57 Transformational Works and Symbolism
• 0:06:09 Analyzing the Trailers
• 0:09:10 The First Teaser Breakdown
• 0:09:40 Mythic and Psychological Motifs
• 0:28:00 The Second Teaser Breakdown
• 0:46:53 The Sisterhood's Role in the Imperium
• 0:49:35 Trailer Breakdown and Symbolism
• 0:50:18 Sister Francesca's Dramatic Reveal
• 0:52:37 Desmond Hart as The Predator
• 0:59:11 The Sick King Motif
• 1:07:36 Forbidden Love and Courtly Love
• 1:13:19 The Water of Life Transformation
• 1:16:45 Symbolic Imagery and Themes
• 1:29:30 Final Thoughts and Excitement

This show's hosts:

• Hannah | @sihayaspring
• Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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The Dune Talk crew return from hiatus, to break down exciting new footage from the latest trailer for HBO's Dune: Prophecy TV series, premiering in less than a month! Hannah, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel dissect its key shots and explore symbolic imagery, offering context for the show's character dynamics and storylines (set thousands of years before the original Dune). Plus, insights from New York Comic Con and a special announcement!

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

TV NEWS

• 0:02:23 'Dune: Prophecy's New TV Series Trailer
• 0:09:19 Exploring the Wider Dune Universe
• 0:14:21 Character Insights and Speculations
• 0:22:01 Political Intrigues and Power Struggles
• 0:25:22 Visual and Symbolic Elements
• 0:34:45 Constantine's Role and Spicy Scenes
• 0:37:12 Desmond Hart and the Sardaukar Connection
• 0:38:54 Bene Gesserit and the Voice
• 0:39:18 Trailer Speculations and Panel Insights
• 0:39:48 The Butlerian Jihad and Realistic Sets
• 0:40:18 An Original 'Dune' Story for TV
• 0:41:11 The Harkonnen Sisters
• 0:49:27 Bull Imagery and Atreides Legacy
• 0:59:05 Anticipation for the Show
• 1:02:49 Weekly Release and Community Buzz
• 1:05:23 Upcoming Podcast Announcement
• 1:08:08 Outro

Key 'Dune' news story covered on this show:

Dune: Prophecy Official Trailer Debuts at NYCC

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Hannah | @sihayaspring
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The Dune Talk crew is back! It's been an amazing ride navigating the cinematic universe of Dune, and now we're embarking into unknown territory with Dune: Prophecy, the upcoming TV series on Max. On today's episode, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are discussing the official teaser, exploring some of its more striking imagery, and speculating on how all this may fit into the existing Dune saga.

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

TV NEWS

• 0:01:45 - Analyzing the Dune: Prophecy Teaser: Shot by Shot
• 0:12:57 - Political Intrigue and Character Dynamics
• 0:19:23 - Visuals, Themes, and Connections to Dune Lore
• 0:22:15 - The Wedding Ceremony and Symbolism
• 0:28:33 - Diving Into Dune: Prophecy's Intriguing Characters
• 0:30:39 - The Bene Gesserit and Their Ambitions
• 0:31:42 - First Glimpse at House Atreides and Action Scenes
• 0:35:16 - Elemental and Environmental Themes
• 0:39:10 - Speculating on New Storylines and Character Arcs
• 0:46:16 - Final Thoughts and Expectations for Dune: Prophecy
• 0:52:29 - Outro

Key 'Dune' news story covered on this show:

Dune: Prophecy | Official Teaser | Max

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This episode is all about you, viewers and listeners of Dune Talk. The crew returns—after even more Dune: Part Two screenings—to read out some comments from our recent movie reviews. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss the community's diverse thoughts on a North-South division within Fremen society, Chani's very different character, and whether there's a plot-hole in the Bene Gesserit plans? And, we've got box office news and more analysis. Plus, would the hosts rather see Dune as movies or longer TV mini-series?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Box Office Update
• 0:07:01 - Movie Reactions From the Community
• 0:09:44 - 'Dune' as a TV Series?
• 0:20:22 - Religion & Fremen North-South Divide
• 0:33:52 - Bene Gesserrit Plan Plothole?
• 0:39:25 - Controversial Changes to Chani
• 0:53:28 - Alia's Role as a Talking Fetus
• 1:02:25 - Outro

Comments are From Our Previous Dune: Part Two Movie Discussions:

• Spoiler-Free Review [DUNE TALK episode 70]
• Review and Analysis (with Spoilers) [DUNE TALK episode 71]
• Top 3 Changes in Movie vs. Book, by Secrets of Dune
• Written Review, by Johnny Sobczak

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This is the big one! All Dune Talk regulars have seen Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two (some even 5 times) and converge for a comprehensive analysis. That's right! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are in FULL-SPOILER mode for this movie review, juxtaposed with character breakdowns, thematic explorations, and comparisons with Frank Herbert's original novel. With these diverse perspectives, there are bound to be disagreements. What are the film's greatest achievements and how may it influence the legacy of the 'Dune' series?

Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Reviews (Spoiler-Free):

• DUNE TALK Podcast - Episode 70
• Written Review by Johnny Sobczak

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

It's really happening!! On this 70th episode of Dune Talk, we're doing our first review of Dune: Part Two, with no spoilers. Max out your hype levels with Johnny, Marcus, and Simon, as they share upbeat reactions to watching this remarkable movie event for the first time, as well as addressing several criticisms. Is this a masterpiece or do some of this film adaptation's choices hold it back from perfection?

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

 - Movie Review – Dune: Part Two

 - First Reactions From the Crew:

• Johnny's X thread
• Marcus's X post
• Simon's X post

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Critics and press have watched Dune: Part Two, and the reactions are in! On today's Dune Talk, Garin, Johnny, and Marcus are going through the social media commentary. The overall sentiment is affirmative, but what do these posts tell us about this movie's acting performances and storytelling execution. Could those comparisons to The Lord of the Rings really be justified? Plus, breaking down the latest movie footage, featuring Paul and Jessica.

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:28 - 'Dune: Part Two' Social Media Reactions
• 0:07:01 - How About Second Impressions?
• 0:10:51 - Austin Butler's Monstrous Feyd-Rautha
• 0:15:36 - An Immense, Yet Intimate Movie
• 0:21:47 - Exploring Politics and Religion
• 0:26:55 - Comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings'
• 0:36:51 - Convincing 'Dune: Part One' Skeptics
• 0:41:10 - Timothée Chalamet's Morally Complex Paul
• 0:45:44 - Footage: Paul and Jessica Conversation
• 0:52:35 - Do These Reactions Address Concerns?
• 0:57:50 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

- Critics and News Outlets Post Overwhelming Positive 'Dune: Part Two' Reactions to Social Media:

• Germain Lussier
• Epic Film Guys
• Hoai-Tran Bui
• Max Evry
• Jake's Takes
• Karl Delossantos
• Diego Andaluz
• David Erlich

- New Movie Footage Shows Paul and Jessica Conversation

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

As many of you requested, this week's Dune Talk includes a special spoiler segment (starting 23 minutes in)! In addition to official movie news—Anya Taylor-Joy casting, soundtrack reveal, and The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two releases—Garin, Marcus, and Simon address the rumors about certain characters and events in Dune: Part Two. Director Denis Villeneuve says his adaptation has some differences from the book. Will those diminish or enhance this classic story?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:50 - Anya Taylor-Joy Joins 'Dune: Part Two' Cast
• 0:07:25 - 'Dune: Part Two' Soundtrack Revealed
• 0:17:39 - 'The Art and Soul' Collector's Editions

SPOILER TALK

• 0:22:51 - Spoiler Warning
• 0:24:31 - Changing Timelines
• 0:37:12 - Alia in 'Dune: Part Two'
• 0:45:58 - Denis Villeneuve's Vision
• 0:48:40 - Anya Taylor-Joy's Role in 'Dune'
• 0:52:45 - The Baron's Fate
• 0:56:47 - Paul's Unsettling Ascension
• 1:02:29 - Where is Leto II?
• 1:06:34 - Final Thoughts
• 1:09:30 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

• Dune: Part Two London Premiere Interviews
• Hans Zimmer’s Dune: Part Two Soundtrack Releases on February 23
• The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Portfolio Edition
• The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Artifact Edition

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The crew are back to dive for more Dune: Part Two insights from the sea of interviews. Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss comments from Villeneuve and his cast members regarding Paul being an antihero figure, the heartbreaking conclusion of the movie, and how the director's choices bring realism into depiction of its characters. We're also comparing big screen formats, including Dolby Cinema, IMAX, and 4DX. And finally, would Frank Herbert have approved of the merchandise for this movie?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:27 - Dolby Cinema Versus Other Premium Formats 
• 0:11:54 - Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve in Conversation
• 0:22:44 - Cast Interviews Tease Paul's Antihero Role
• 0:25:36 - 'Dune: Part Two's Heartbreaking Finale
• 0:31:02 - The Duality of Paul and Feyd-Rautha
• 0:33:18 - Denis Villeneuve's Realism in Filmmaking
• 0:42:19 - Feyd's Deadly Sietch Raid
• 0:55:20 - The 'Dune' Popcorn Bucket 
• 0:58:32 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

• Overview of Dune: Part Two Cast Interviews
• Christopher Nolan Likens Dune: Part Two to The Empire Strikes Back

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.