Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

Abu and Leo bring you the words of Frank Herbert himself, pulling from interviews and articles going back over 50 years. In this episode, they examine the deeply troubling statements about homosexuality that Frank made during a speech at UCLA in 1985.

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

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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.

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

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

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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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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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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.

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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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