Lightbringers: Illuminating the Deeper Meaning of the Crime-solving Devil TV Show

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In these beautifully paired episodes, we get to relish in the villainy of Malcolm (Kevin Rankin), aka “Detective ‘Stache,” giggle at the caricature of Lucifer the Satanists present (there’s a lot of goat imagery!) even as we feel for the bereaved in the case-of-the-week procedural story-arc. 

Betrayal is a key theme in these two episodes, with many of the central cast experiencing a sense that their friends have let them down or outright hurt them through treachery or deceit. We take the time to overthink and appreciate the big things (the writing! the acting! the cinematography!) and the little details (Lucifer is often seen holding or lighting but never *smoking* a cigarette). 

In a moment of overthinking exuberance, we speculate that in “Take Me Back to Hell” God serves as Lucifer’s enforcer, and wish our showrunners had allowed the characters to say so explicitly! 

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Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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In episodes 110 + 111, the devil’s ‘daddy issues’ are made much more human, and we get titillating glimpses of naked Lucifer. We commiserate about our shared vulnerability for untrustworthy narrators, especially when they happen to make us say “hominah hominah,” and follow a side thread into the depths of Gehenna (a sort of not-Hell afterlife). 

These episodes provide several beautiful (and one hot 🔥) examples of visual storytelling and non-verbal communication. We also name the fundamentally human traits of the character of Dan: someone who is both deeply flawed and trying to do his best. 

Bonus: stay to the end for a musical tribute to Tom Jones!

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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There's a lot to unpack in two of the most beloved episodes of the Lucifer canon.

Lucifer grapples with unfamiliar feelings of jealousy and we posit that his emotional immaturity makes sense from someone who's lived the existence he has. We also appreciate the seemingly authentic connection between Lucifer and Father Frank, and music as the anchor of that connection. 

This leads us to overthink the use of music in the show in general and in these episodes in particular. Significantly, we explore how music--even pop music--can serve as a vehicle for connecting  with other people and the divine. And those connections have been being made, and being judged by some, since at least the time of King David.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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In this conversation about episodes 6 and 7, we talk about the subversion of expectations in making the angel, Amenadiel (DB Woodside) an untrustworthy character. The sisters dig deep into details revealed in these episodes, investigating the meaning of the Hebrew names, and the dos and don’ts when meeting someone who doesn’t resemble their family members. Tracie geeks out over the believability of the size of the apostle Paul’s shackles and Emily makes her sister chortle with references to inside jokes from their childhood.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 
Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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This week Tracie and Emily discuss episodes 4 and 5 of season 1. In "Manly Whatnots," we see the first instance of Lucifer's physical vulnerability in Chloe’s presence–which happens to follow his first instance of emotional vulnerability with her–while in "Sweet Kicks," we enjoy the unexpected alliance between Amenadiel and Maze.

From big thoughts on long-form storytelling on television and hell as the place where souls torture themselves to pet peeves about the TV trope of tasting stuff at crime scenes, come overthink these two episodes with the Guy sisters.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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This week, Tracie and Emily take a look at the second and third episode of season 1. In Lucifer Stay, Good Devil, we learn more about the tragic coda to Chloe’s Hot Tub High School film debut, and in The Would-Be Prince of Darkness, we get some of the very first glimpses of Lucifer’s self-loathing. 

We also begin to peel back the layers of the show, asking “What if the devil wasn't just a character, but a reflection of deeper societal issues?” The Guy sisters watch these two episodes with a critical eye, dissecting the social implications of the pop culture we're consuming. From the objectification of women, particularly those dancing at Lucifer's club, to the underlying themes of self-punishment prevalent in the series, we examine it all.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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In this very first episode, Tracie & Emily discuss their rewatch of the Lucifer pilot. Originally aired in 2016, the pilot is how the world was introduced to the handsome devil, Lucifer (Tom Ellis), and his hard-boiled, reluctant love-interest, Chloe Decker (Lauren German). With attention to details small (Tom Ellis' chest hair) and large (the nature of Lucifer's power with/over women), and with the benefit of knowing how this all ends, the Guy sisters overthink our favorite fallen angel's introduction to the tv-viewing public. We also aren't afraid to follow resonances and resemblances where they lead, including the gender dynamics in 'The X-Files' and the magic of Labyrinth with David Bowie.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Originally published as a YouTube show with different theme music. 

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Lucifer is more than just an escapist TV show. Join sisters Tracie and Emily, as we unmask the unique allure of this series. Based on Neil Gaiman's comic book, Lucifer offers captivating storytelling, a blend of humor and gravitas, and an intriguing mix of celestial beings and everyday humans. 

In this teaser episode, learn how each of us fell head-over-heels for this show, from the irresistible charm of Tom Ellis to the irreverent and fascinating interpretations of biblical characters and stories. We'll also dissect how mental health issues are subtly and sensitively portrayed in the series.

We're going to dive deep the whole series, two episodes at a time. Join us in a rewatch. Lightbringers is more than fan-girling; we're on a deep exploration of storytelling, symbolism, societal norms, and television as a medium. Whether you're a die-hard Lucifer fan or simply a TV buff who appreciates great storytelling, join our geek-out.


Full episodes launch on Tuesdays for patrons and Thursdays to the public, beginning July 25, 2023.

Warning: this podcast will contain spoilers!

Our theme song is "Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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To learn more about Tracie and Emily, including our other projects, join the Guy Girls' family by visiting us on Patreon.