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The crew is back for Dune Talk! It's time for reactions to the Dune: Prophecy TV series, including our favorite moments and criticisms. Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon, joined by returning special guest Dr. Kara Kennedy, are exploring how this HBO show connects with the wider Dune universe, key character developments, and its thematic elements such as horror. Plus, what do we expect from the (confirmed) second season, including character arcs and plot points.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

TV NEWS

0:01:54 Dune: Prophecy Reactions
0:05:18 Connecting the TV Show to the Movies
0:10:36 The Harkonnen Sisters' Portrayal
0:11:34 Mother-Son Relationships in Dune
0:13:55 Sisterhood's Ideology and Loyalty
0:22:20 Flashbacks
0:32:37 Expanding the Dune Universe
0:39:18 Horror Elements in Dune Prophecy
0:44:46 Women in Power and Gender Dynamics
0:46:03 Prequels and Fan Service
0:47:50 Technological Stagnation in the Dune Universe
0:48:43 The Sisterhood's Role and Future Predictions
0:57:59 Arrakis and Season Two Speculations
1:09:46 Final Thoughts and Ratings
1:15:42 Outro

Dune: Prophecy episode reviews, written by Dr. Kara Kennedy:

Dune: Prophecy Episode 1 Review
Dune: Prophecy Episode 2 Review
Dune: Prophecy Episode 3 Review
Dune: Prophecy Episode 4 Review
Dune: Prophecy Episode 5 Review
Dune: Prophecy Episode 6 Review

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
Simon Daoudi | @SDaoudi

Special guest:

Kara Kennedy | @DuneScholar

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.

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of Dune: Prophecy!

Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast. Join hosts Hannah and Marie-Claire as they delve into the season finale of HBO's Dune: Prophecy TV series. This episode covers key topics such as the official renewal for Season 2, significant character arcs like Valya's transformation, and the emotional journey of Tula and her son Desmond.

Our conversation includes a deep dive into the mythic motifs and psychological concepts presented in this episode, including insights on redemption, the shadow, and what it means to be stuck in the underworld. Tune in for an in-depth look at how these timeless themes resonate within the Dune universe. Engage with us as we explore the rich and complex narratives, character developments, and overarching mythology that makes Dune: Prophecy a compelling watch. Stay tuned for a possible season retrospective and more mythic analysis in future episodes.

Segments:

0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
0:01:10 Season Two Renewal Announcement
0:04:02 Streaming vs. Traditional Cable
0:06:30 Listener Questions and Favorite Characters
0:08:16 Lila's Struggle and Symbolism
0:11:17 Bene Gesserit Mission and Supercomputers
0:16:39 Control of the Throne
0:18:28 Themes and Motifs
0:18:33 The Shadow and The Collective
0:24:53 Heroes Stuck in the Underworld
0:31:45 Character Archetypes and Transformations
0:44:11 Episode Breakdown
1:01:51 Dorothea's Trickery and Javicco’s Confrontation
1:03:46 Lila's Return and Emmeline's Discovery
1:04:56 Jen's Resilience and the Virus Mystery
1:07:10 Dorothea's Followers and Valya's Plan
1:16:28 Javicco’s Struggle and Francesca's Fate
1:18:05 Dorothea's Revelation and the Skeletons in the Pool
1:25:57 Valya's Transformation
1:38:34 Sin-Eaters and Desmond’s Chance for Redemption
1:44:05 Arrakis Awaits: The New Journey Begins
1:45:53 Next Step in the Alchemical Journey
1:49:32 Season Finale Reflections and Future Hopes

This show's hosts:

Hannah | @sihayaspring
Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to @PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts @podcastaboveall, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social.

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of Dune: Prophecy!

Join hosts Hannah and Marie Claire as they delve deep into the world of Dune: Prophecy in this episode presented by Dune News Net and What The Force. From discussions about potential schisms within the Sisterhood, theories about character fates, to analyzing archetypes and dark unions, this episode covers it all.

The hosts also tackle viewer questions from Discord and Blue Sky, offering insights into Desmond Hart as the Divine Child, and speculate on the impact of key events leading to the finale. With breakdowns of character dynamics, story arcs, and the alchemical journey, this episode is essential for any 'Dune' enthusiast gearing up for the season finale.

Segments:

0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
0:00:44 Opening Questions and Theories
0:05:38 Exploring Archetypes in Dune
0:08:32 Life Archetypes and Their Shadows
0:12:47 Character Analysis: Lila and Constantine
0:22:09 Desmond's Role and the Sardaukar
0:28:05 Francesca's Return and Family Dynamics
0:41:33 Harrow's Dilemma and Valya's Plans
0:52:55 Smart Moves and Character Foils
0:54:15 Dune References and Juxtapositions
0:55:25 The Omnius Plague and Virus Theories
0:58:11 Michaela and Desmond's Confrontation
1:03:06 Constantine's Purpose and Family Dynamics
1:13:07 Unions and Betrayals
1:20:46 Desmond's Dark Mother and Projections
1:24:59 The Divine Child and Alchemical Union
1:33:03 Listener Questions and Theories
1:40:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell

This show's hosts:

Hannah | @sihayaspring
Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of Dune: Prophecy!

Join Hannah and Marie Claire as they dive deep into the themes of Episode 4, Twice Born. From dissecting cryptic dreams to uncovering the unseen powers at play, this episode explores the psychological and mythological layers of the story. Listen to in-depth discussions about Valya's confrontation with her family's past, Lila's transformative resurrection, and Desmond's role as Ynez’s archetypal Predator.

The hosts also touch upon the implications of changing archetypes and the looming existential threats facing the Sisterhood. Tune in for insightful analysis and key revelations that set the stage for the final episodes of the season. Remember to like, subscribe, and follow the Sisterhood on DuneNewsNet.com and social media to stay updated!

Segments:

0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
0:00:16 Meet the Hosts
0:01:06 Exploring Internal Whispers
0:03:52 Symbolism of the Whale Carcass
0:06:49 The God with Blue Eyes
0:14:44 Archetypes and Character Development
0:25:51 Dreams vs. Myths
0:29:41 Emmeline's Vision
0:43:18 Destruction of Knowledge and Misquotes
0:44:38 Synchronicity and Spiritual Connections
0:46:25 Character Archetypes and Future Arcs
0:48:44 Political Intrigues and Machinations
0:50:11 Ixians and Technology
0:53:25 Rebellion and Character Motivations
0:54:53 Valya's Plan and the Landsraad Meeting
0:01:00:40 Dreams, Visions, and Rebirth
1:19:35 Confrontation and Shapeshifters
1:22:44 Alchemical Journey and Episode Wrap-Up

This show's hosts:

Hannah | @sihayaspring
Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of Dune: Prophecy!

In this episode, hosts Hannah and Marie Claire discuss the archetypes of young Tula and Valya, and the mythic motifs that drive their stories. From the symbolic bull sacrifice to the dual goddesses intertwining of creation and destruction, they examine the transformation of these characters within the rich tapestry of the Dune mythology.

Join them as they analyze the union of opposites, the lap of the goddess, and the themes of shadow integration, sacrifice, and rebirth. Don't miss this insightful conversation that connects the mythological dots in the Dune saga.

Segments:

0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
0:00:51 Exploring Truth and Lies in Dune Prophecy
0:04:39 Life, Death, and Mythic Journeys
0:11:28 The King Archetype
0:27:27 The Agony and the Sisterhood's Secrets
0:39:05 Political Maneuvering and Hidden Agendas
0:43:53 Constantine the Vixen
0:44:12 Natalya's Influence and Manipulation
0:47:40 Mossy Wild Women
0:49:09 Emmeline's Family History and Sacrifice
0:55:46 Valya's Arrival and Authority
1:07:56 Desmond's Interrogation
1:21:39 Jen's Internal Turmoil and Lila's Dilemma
1:23:48 Kieran's Secret Actions
1:24:44 Rebellion Plans and Immortal Characters
1:26:40 Symbolism of the Inner Goddess
1:28:46 Theories and Speculations
1:30:45 Michaela's True Allegiances
1:33:28 Ynez's Shadow
1:38:30 Lila's Spice Agony and The Underworld
1:49:51 Desmond's Power Play
1:53:38 Alchemical Journey and Predictions
1:57:23 Final Thoughts and Outro

This show's hosts:

Hannah | @sihayaspring
Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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Dune Talk welcomes The Sisterhood to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of Dune: Prophecy!

Join Hannah and Marie Claire Gould in the latest episode of The Sisterhood podcast as they delve deep into symbolism and mythic motifs. This episode focuses on The King archetype, psychic dismemberment, the inner goddess, and the alchemical processes of life, death, and rebirth.

From analyzing Valya's confrontation with Desmond to Lila's perilous journey through the spice agony, we provide a unique and insightful commentary on how this episode of Dune: Prophecy explores human nature and transformation. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion!

Segments:

0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood
0:00:51 Exploring Truth and Lies in Dune Prophecy
0:04:39 Life, Death, and Mythic Journeys
0:11:28 The King Archetype
0:27:27 The Agony and the Sisterhood's Secrets
0:39:05 Political Maneuvering and Hidden Agendas
0:43:53 Constantine the Vixen
0:44:12 Natalya's Influence and Manipulation
0:47:40 Mossy Wild Women
0:49:09 Emmeline's Family History and Sacrifice
0:55:46 Valya's Arrival and Authority
1:07:56 Desmond's Interrogation
1:21:39 Jen's Internal Turmoil and Lila's Dilemma
1:23:48 Kieran's Secret Actions
1:24:44 Rebellion Plans and Immortal Characters
1:26:40 Symbolism of the Inner Goddess
1:28:46 Theories and Speculations
1:30:45 Michaela's True Allegiances
1:33:28 Ynez's Shadow
1:38:30 Lila's Spice Agony and The Underworld
1:49:51 Desmond's Power Play
1:53:38 Alchemical Journey and Predictions
1:57:23 Final Thoughts and Outro

This show's hosts:

Hannah | @sihayaspring
Marie-Claire | @MarieCGould

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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)

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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On this show we explore intriguing content from the Dune: Part Two feature in Total Film's February 2024 issue. Johnny, Marcus, Rachel, and Simon discuss expanded roles for some of the movie's characters—Chani, Irulan, and Jessica—behind-the-scenes insight into the sandworm scene, and creation of Giedi Prime's unique visuals. What does Denis Villeneuve say will be the biggest difference between original novel and his adaptation?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Premiere in Mexico City
0:02:01 - Sandworm Ride Scene Released
0:12:27 - Total Film: Sandworm Effects
0:20:20 - Muad'Dib Time! Paul's Transformation
0:25:52 - Insights into Feyd's Arena Fight
0:33:36 - Chani's Character and Inner Struggle
0:46:24 - Jessica's Expanded Role in 'Dune Part Two'
0:55:41 - Intrigue Surrounding Princess Irulan
0:59:08 - Looking Ahead to 'Dune: Messiah'
1:03:35 - Importance of Alia's Character
1:07:51 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Total Film February 2024 Issue 347

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

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With that deluge of new TV spots, the Dune Talk crew is back for a mid-week discussion on what these reveal about Princess Irulan and Feyd-Rautha in the movie. Garin, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon discuss portrayal of those characters, as well as the Emperor, and potential differences between Dune: Part Two and the novel. What changes can we expect and how might audiences react?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:29 - 'Dune' IMAX Re-Release Extended
0:03:49 - Feyd-Rautha's Menacing Presence
0:27:53 - Princess Irulan's Advisory Role
0:39:49 - Christopher Walken's Emperor
0:47:09 - Paul, Chani, and vengeance
0:51:59 - Movie Adaptation Changes
1:11:00 - TV Spot Highlights
1:17:31 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Clips Highlight Irulan and Feyd
New Dune: Part Two Promos Tease Paul-Feyd Fight

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

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Dr. Kara Kennedy aka Dune Scholar returns to Dune Talk for a special discussion, ahead of publishing her latest book Adaptations of Dune. We're exploring three existing movie and TV versions of Frank Herbert's sci-fi classic—Dune (1984) by David Lynch, Sci-Fi Channel's Frank Herbert's Dune (2000), and Dune: Part One (2021) by Denis Villeneuve—with eclectic questions from Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark. Which of these screen adaptations is most faithful to the original novel?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:49 - Dr. Kara Kennedy
0:03:12 - Writing 'Adaptations of Dune'
0:07:09 - David Lynch's 'Dune' Movie
0:16:57 - 'Frank Herbert's Dune' TV Mini-Series
0:22:58 - Compression, Correction, and Updating
0:25:08 - Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part One'
0:37:19 - Portraying the Bene Gesserit
0:40:12 - Ideal Dune Adaptations and the Future
0:54:11 - Outro

Dune story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review: Adaptations of Dune – Frank Herbert’s Story on Screen

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Special guest:

Kara Kennedy | @DuneScholar

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The Dune Talk crew attended that IMAX Reissue event and caught an amazing 10-minute sneak peek at Dune: Part Two! Johnny, Marcus, and Simon react to experiencing the full sequence of Paul riding a sandworm for the first time, and debate several intriguing shots from the sizzle reel and montage. Will Alia be mentioned on today's show? You bet.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:20 - Dune IMAX Reissue
0:08:03 - New Shots from Sizzle Reel
0:21:59 - Paul Rides the Sandworm
0:40:46 - Final Battle and Visions
0:53:26 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Returns to IMAX With Part Two Sneak Peek

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

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It's our first Dune Talk of 2024! We're exploring the lives of Irulan and Chani, key characters in the forthcoming Dune: Part Two movie. What challenges did Imperial princess and young Fremen warrior face, two years before House Atreides arrived on Arrakis? Princess of Dune, a recent prequel novel, answers that question. Marcus and Mark are joined by Rachel, for today's lively book review discussion. And as bonus content, we've got Spacing Guild cosplay and lore!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:33 - Spacing Guild Rep Cosplay

THE DUNIVERSE

0:04:22 - Overall Reactions to Princess of Dune
0:11:48 - Characterization of Chani and Irulan
0:17:46 - Expanded 'Dune' Books
0:23:42 - A Military Officer's Marriage proposal
0:29:07 - Guild Funeral and Tleilaxu Plotting
0:40:14 - Bene Gesserit Lore
0:46:12 - Harkonnens on Arrakis
0:47:54 - Wensicia, the Second Daughter
0:51:42 - Being a True Fremen
0:58:04 - Highlights From the Book
1:04:43 - Book Review Conclusion
1:10:15 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review: Princess of Dune

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

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Join Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark for an in-depth analysis of the third trailer for Dune: Part Two. Remember, we're in full-spoiler mode this week.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS (Trailer Breakdown)

0:01:17 - Paul's Visions
0:05:49 - Spice Harvester Raid
0:09:11 - Noble Lineages and Fremen Equality
0:15:02 - Paul and Chani's Relationship
0:18:34 - A Prophet and The Emperor
0:23:42 - Introducing Feyd-Rautha
0:26:54 - Endless Future Paths
0:28:55 - Enter the Sandworms
0:31:47 - Ceremony on Giedi Prime
0:33:59 - Emperor's Ship / A Devastating Loss
0:38:45 - Gathering of Tribes / Reverend Mother
0:41:17 - Harkonnen Attack on Sietch
0:44:06 - Paul's Voice / The Final Battle
0:49:04 - Chani Challenges the Prophecy
0:55:23 - All-Out War, An Epic Finale
0:59:13 - Paul Walks Into the Desert
1:04:49 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Third Dune: Part Two Trailer Teases Epic Finale

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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On this mid-week edition of DUNE TALK, we're joined by special guests Scott Martins and Paul Dennen, from Dire Wolf, to discuss all things Dune: Imperium! With a digital adaptation now in early access on Steam and launch of Dune: Imperium - Uprising—a brand-new standalone release—for tabletop, the game is more accessible than it's ever been. Marcus and Mark have questions on design, gameplay, and lore. How was it like working on a tie-in to Denis Villeneuve's Dune movies? What can we expect, in the future, for the game's community and competitive play?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introducing Dire Wolf Team
0:04:15 - Dune: Imperium in a Nutshell
0:06:37 - Origins of the Game
0:08:23 - Influences From Other Games
0:10:56 - Incorporating Dune'sStory
0:14:11 - Balancing Gameplay and Lore
0:16:21 - App-Supported Play and AI
0:20:05 - Tying Into the Dune Movie
0:22:47 - Developing Dune: Imperium Uprising
0:28:09 - Dune: Imperium Digital Launch
0:29:18 - Creating New Characters
0:32:16 - Community and Competition
0:38:31 - Expansions and Roadmap
0:42:12 - Outro

Dune stories covered on this podcast episode:

Review – Dune: Imperium Digital Early Access
Dune: Imperium - Uprising Released on November 16

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Special guests:

Scott Martins, Founder/President at Dire Wolf
Paul Dennen, Creative Director at Dire Wolf

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A fresh trailer is finally here, and DUNE TALK is back for reactions! Join the regulars—Garin, Johnny, and Marcus—who just can't wait to discuss this first new footage for Dune: Part Two in over six months. We're covering that epic final battle, relationship of Chani and Paul, and further reveals for the characters of Feyd and Irulan. Plus, should fans be concerned about the movie's more action-focused narrative?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:20 - Official Trailer 3: Overall Reactions
0:05:46 - Epic War Movie, With Ornithopters
0:10:07 - Could Action Detract From Story?
0:18:28 - The Final Battle / Desert Power
0:27:15 - Events on Kaitain and Giedi Prime
0:42:02 - Evolution of Paul Atreides
0:49:07 - Chani's Prophecy Concerns
0:56:02 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Third Dune: Part Two Trailer Teases Epic Finale

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

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On this week's Dune Talk our special guest is Tom Huddleston and we're diving into his new book The Worlds of Dune! This visually-appealing hardcover explores actual locations and people that inspired Frank Herbert, as he created universe of Dune. Garin, Marcus, and Mark have questions on its historical revelations, including a few controversial themes. What did Herbert actually think about eugenics and psychedelics? How did Arabic and Native American cultures inform the Fremen, and are some of those influences being avoided in the movies?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introducing Tom Huddleston
0:07:14 - Researching The Worlds of Dune
0:12:19 - The Worlds of Dune Book Review
0:13:17 - Favorite Historical Discoveries
0:18:32 - Influences of the Later Books?
0:20:58 - Using Real Languages and Names
0:23:29 - Eugenics in the Dune Universe
0:25:51 - Inspired by Shakespeare's Plays?
0:29:01 - Native Americans and Fremen Culture
0:32:45 - Herbert's Thoughts on Psychedelics?
0:35:48 - Music Influenced by Dune
0:38:09 - Denis Villeneuve's Dune Movies
0:45:26 - A Fremen Ecological Utopia?
0:52:11 - Outro

Dune story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review – The Worlds of Dune: The Places and Cultures that Inspired Frank Herbert

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Special guest:

Tom Huddleston | @TomHuddleston_

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Premieres of Dune: Part Two may still be five months away—with an actors' strike currently underway—but things haven't been quiet. On this week's DUNE TALK we address the PG-13 rating and what this means for the movie. Plus, there are different runtime figures listed - which is right? Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon also offer a rundown of recent Dune releases: Dune: Spice Wars 1.0, three great new books to dive into, and tons of collectibles on the way.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:22 - Hollywood Strike Updates
0:08:25 - Dune: Part Two Rated PG-13
0:25:36 - Movie Runtime Placeholders?

THE DUNIVERSE

0:33:17 - Dune: Spice Wars 1.0 Release
0:42:18 - Fall 2023 Book Releases
0:51:36 - McFarlane Figures and Lego News
1:01:58 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Movie Receives PG-13 Rating
Review – Dune Spice Wars 1.0 Release
Book Review – A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History
Book Review – The Spice Must Flow: The Story of Dune, from Cult Novels to Visionary Sci-Fi Movies
Book Review – The Worlds of Dune: The Places and Cultures that Inspired Frank Herbert

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Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Note: Starting from 26:13, discussion includes references to plot points from Dune: Messiah and Children of Dune.

On this week's Dune Talk, we're joined by author and entertainment journalist Ryan Britt for an insightful discussion on The Spice Must Flow. Presenting a fascinating narrative of Dune's rich 60-year history, this new book starts at Frank Herbert's weird journey to publishing Dune and ends at Denis Villeneuve's current movie adaptation. Marcus and Mark have lots of questions and all topics are on the table; including themes of ecology, the expanded books, and tackling claims of "cultural appropriation." What is Dune's lasting legacy on this planet?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introducing Ryan Britt
0:03:38 - Reading Everything 'Dune'
0:05:58 - Covering 60 Years of 'Dune' History
0:08:40 - Review of 'The Spice Must Flow'
0:11:20 - Interviewing Kyle MacLachlan
0:13:22 - Interviewing Theresa Shackleford
0:18:29 - 'Dune's Themes in the Mainstream?
0:21:53 - Takeaways for Fans and General Readers
0:26:13 - The Three Paul Atreides
0:28:46 - Frank Herbert's Ecological Themes
0:32:37 - Expanded 'Dune' Canon
0:40:48 - Expectations for 'Dune Messiah' Movie?
0:46:30 - Is "Cultural Appropriation" a Concern?
0:50:01 - What is 'Dune's Legacy?
0:55:29 - Outro

Dune story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review – The Spice Must Flow

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Special guest:

Ryan Britt | @RyancBritt

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On this week's Dune Talk, Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Simon dive into Empire's interview with Denis Villeneuve, regarding what we can expect from Dune: Part Two. The director has spoken of his current Dune film adaptation as the realization of a childhood dream, however his ambition extends beyond this second movie. Villeneuve repeats his intention to (eventually) film Dune Messiah, completing a trilogy. What will the third movie be called?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:00:52 - Empire Magazine's 'Dune' Covers
0:01:44 - Director's Promise for 'Dune: Part Two'
0:04:54 - 'Part Two' Amps up Action and Romance
0:08:25 - Paul Atreides' Transformation
0:15:45 - Sandworm Filmed in Real Environments
0:21:09 - More House Harkonnen, Featuring Feyd
0:26:39 - Lady Fenring and the Bene Gesserit
0:31:50 - Gurney Halleck's Baliset Performance
0:35:05 - Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Three'?

LANDSRAAD HIGH COUNCIL

0:46:20 - First 'Dune: The Sisterhood' Set Photo
0:52:12 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Empire Reveals Dune: Part Two Covers, New Denis Villeneuve Interview
First Set Photo From Dune: The Sisterhood TV Series

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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On today's Dune Talk, the crew are joined by Max Evry, author of A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History. The film journalist spent two years interviewing dozens of people involved in 1984’s Dune movie and uncovering new behind-the-scenes insights. Marcus, Mark (DuneInfo), and Simon have many questions! Would a certain Top Gun star have made a good Paul Atreides? And, how could the main theme of Frank Herbert's original Dune novel be absent from the movie?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introducing Max Evry
0:07:18 - Writing 'A Masterpiece in Disarray'
0:15:52 - Alternative 'Dune' (1984) Casting
0:20:31 - Who Was Lynch's 'Dune' Made For?
0:26:34 - Wild Merchandising
0:32:48 - Highlights From the Interviews
0:39:27 - VFX Challenges
0:44:11 - Diverging Themes: Book vs. Movie
0:49:05 - Spirituality in Lynch's Dune
0:52:51 - 'Dune' Production Myths
0:56:52 - Unsurpassed Visual Design
1:04:01 - Outro

Dune story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review – A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History

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Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Special guest:

Max Evry | @maxevry

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With the release of Part One: The Photography it's time for a deleted scenes breakdown on Dune Talk! Chiabella Jame's beautiful behind-the-scenes photos offer new insights into footage cut from the final movie, and Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark (DuneInfo) are going through these in chronological order. Plus, we address the Dune: Part Two release date change... Is there any silver lining to be found?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:41 - Dune: Part Two Delayed to 2024

LANDSRAAD HIGH COUNCIL

0:04:25 - Dune Part One: The photography Review
0:06:01 - Duncan Drop - Deleted Scene
0:13:00 - Jessica Trains Paul - Deleted Scene
0:21:34 - Duncan in Corridor - Deleted Scene
0:25:26 - Dr. Yueh and Jessica - Deleted Scene
0:29:19 - Jessica Abduction - Deleted Scene
0:34:56 - Thufir Captured - Deleted Scene
0:36:32 - Harkonnen Technicians - Deleted Scene
0:44:25 - Baron Rises From Oil - Deleted Scene
0:47:22 - Gurney's Baliset - Deleted Scene
0:51:45 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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From first meeting of Zendaya's Chani and Timothée Chalamet's Paul—towards the end of Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part One movie—readers noticed changes in former character's portrayal, compared to the book. Continuing our Dune Talk trailer analysis of Chani's scenes, we debate the (expected) differences. Will these benefit the movie's story? Garin, Johnny, and Marcus also discuss a Stephen McKinley Henderson interview and Dune board game expansions.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:55 - Stephen McKinley Henderson and Austin Butler

THE LANDSRAAD

0:0:05:55 - Chani's Role Expanded in 'Dune' Movies
0:15:05 - Does Chani Believe in the Prophecy?
0:25:37 - Has Villeneuve Changed Chani's Character?

THE DUNIVERSE

0:36:29 - 'Dune' Board Game Adds Houses Ecaz and Moritani
0:40:56 - 'Dune: Imperium - Uprising' Expansion
0:44:11 - 'Dune: Imperium' Video Game Adaptation
0:47:29 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Purdue Alum, Actor Stephen McKinley Henderson on Dune: Part Two
Ecaz and Moritani (Dune: The Boardgame)
New Projects Announced from Dire Wolf!

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

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This week on Dune Talk, we're addressing those rumors that Dune: Part Two may get shifted to 2024 as a result of the ongoing labor union strikes in Hollywood. What scenario is most probable and how could a release date change impact the movie's success? Johnny, Marcus, and Simon also discuss long-awaited news for Dune: The Sisterhood and how this TV show's production is moving ahead.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:16 - WB Considers Dune: Part Two Delay
0:08:08 - Movie Marketing, Without Its Cast
0:16:59 - Awards Season Perspective

DUNE TV NEWS

0:21:53 - Dune: The Sisterhood To Resume Production
0:26:05 - Cast and Crew Changes
0:35:42 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Rumor: Dune: Part Two Could Move to 2024 Due to Union Strikes
Dune: The Sisterhood Soon To Resume Production In Hungary Following Winter Hiatus, Will Continue Throughout Strikes

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This show's hosts:

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

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We're celebrating fifty (!) episodes of Dune Talk as we continue our dive into that stunning second trailer for the Dune: Part Two movie, with a scene-by-scene breakdown. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark (DuneInfo)—returning for this special show—and Simon have thoughts on revelations from this action-packed three-minute trailer. What signs of prophecy are being referred to and are there hints of a royal wedding? Remember, we're in full-spoiler mode this week.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS (Trailer Breakdown)

0:01:53 - Twin Moons and Eclipse
0:03:45 - Harkonnens Take Control of Arrakis
0:08:31 - Atreides and Fremen Join Forces
0:22:20 - Water of life | Emperor Defeated
0:33:55 - Blue Hairband and Leto the Second
0:39:35 - The Corrinos and a Wedding?
0:44:41 - Giedi Prime Arena | Final Scene
0:53:26 - All-out War on Arrakis
1:06:41 - Paul's Speech | Chani vs. Irulan
1:18:49 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two's Second Trailer Reveals the Emperor

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Special guest:

Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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It's time! Yes, on this week week's Dune Talk, we're reacting to the action-packed Dune: Part Two "Official Trailer Two". Our regulars—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—are joined by Mark (DuneInfo) for an excited exploration of highlights from the movie's new footage, including introduction of Emperor Shaddam Corrino IV (Christopher Walken). More is revealed, as all-out war erupts on Arrakis. Also, could we have seen the first shot of Alia?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:02:08 - Official Trailer Two: Overall Reactions
0:08:11 - Christopher Walken's Emperor Revealed
0:14:17 - Giedi Prime Arena Scene
0:19:34 - Conflict Escalates on Arrakis
0:27:54 - Paul-Gurney Reunion
0:31:31 - Sietches and Ornithopters
0:38:11 - Water of Life Scenes
0:42:35 - Is That Alia?
0:54:03 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two's Second Trailer Reveals the Emperor

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Special guest:

Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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There's been some exciting news for fans, including the announcement of Microsoft Flight Simulator - Dune Expansion and a developer's update for Dune: Awakening at past week's video game showcases. On today's Dune Talk we dive into those stories, in addition to tackling a frequent question regarding IMAX aspect ratio (or lack thereof) on the first movie's Blu-rays. And finally, will Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon pre-order the cuteness that is the new Muad'dib plush?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:28 - New Steelbook / IMAX Aspect Ratio?

THE DUNIVERSE

0:07:50 - Microsoft Flight Simulator - Dune Expansion
0:19:10 - Behind-the-Scenes With Patrice Vermette
0:26:32 - Dune: Awakening Developer Update
0:40:47 - First Dune Stuffed Animal
0:46:30 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part One Coming Back to 4K UHD With New Steelbook
Fly Dune's Ornithopter in Microsoft Flight Simulator
Dune: Awakening Exclusive Interview and Gameplay Footage (YouTube)
Youtooz Dune Movie Collection Drops on June 23rd

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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This week on Dune Talk show we dive into recent rumors regarding Gurney and Rabban in the Dune: Part Two movie. How will the bitter Atriedes-Harkonnen kanly play out on the big screen? Plus, Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon explore the movie's photography—following comments from Chiabella James regarding its production—and a cover reveal for the upcoming prequel novel, Princess of Dune.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:28 - Dune Part One: The Photography

THE DUNIVERSE

0:11:52 - Princess of Dune Book Cover
0:20:28 - McFarlane Dune: Part Two Figures
0:23:00 - Gurney vs. Rabban Fight in Movie?
0:43:05 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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In just a few minutes, the Dune: Part Two trailer has brought exciting revelations, while raising intriguing questions. On this week's Dune Talk, we're tackling the mystery of a key character who has yet to be shown... How exactly will the movie portray Paul's younger sister, Alia? Johnny, Marcus, and Simon also continue their discussion of that black-and-white arena scene on Giedi Prime. Plus, quick movie news updates.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:29 - 'Dune: Part Two' global release dates
0:02:26 - Javier Bardem praises Austin Butler
0:05:43 - Black-and-white arena scene
0:19:22 - Connections to 'Dune: Messiah'?
0:22:16 - How will Alia appear in the movie?
0:41:48 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

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This show's hosts:

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

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This week on Dune Talk we're doing our scene-by-scene breakdown of the Dune: Part Two official trailer and the discussion contains SPOILERS for events in the original Dune novel. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon each share their insights regarding this new movie footage and together explore its more intriguing revelations—whether it's the black and white color palette on Giedi Prime or Princess Irulan’s potentially expanded role.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:01:34 - Opening with Paul and Chani
0:03:55 - Irulan, Feyd, and Margot revealed
0:12:08 - Striking colors
0:16:50 - Feyd in the arena
0:21:00 - Sandworm riding sequence
0:27:49 - Ornithopters and key relationships
0:34:53 - Shishakli, Irulan, and bad tidings
0:41:37 - Final battle and roundtable
1:03:12 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Return to Arrakis With Dune: Part Two's Trailer

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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Dune Talk returns for an upbeat reaction show, following a remarkable week for Dune and movie fans everywhere. Our full crew—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—are excited to share overall impressions of the Dune: Part Two Official Trailer and discuss highlights of this first footage. We also touch on what this reveals, so far, about the movie. And there's even more to come on our next episodes, including a full shot-by-shot breakdown.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:02:00 - First Stills and Poster for 'Dune: Part Two'
0:04:00 - Official Trailer: Overall Impressions
0:23:07 - Standout Scenes
0:38:28 - What We Learned From the Trailer

0:53:10 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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This is the year, when Dune: Part Two arrives in theaters! It's 2023 and the full Dune Talk crew is finally back together. On this show, we're sharing our reactions to the Tim Blake Nelson casting announcement. Is he playing that certain character, hmm? And with the movie having completed production this past December, we discuss the lead-up to its release.

Then Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon dive into all of the latest news surrounding Dune: The Sisterhood—the HBO Max TV series is now filming in Hungary—including casting of Mark Strong, Travis Fimmel, and more actors. Finally, there's that teaser trailer for Dune: Awakening and it seems we have a wide range of expectations when it comes to Funcom's upcoming open world survival MMO game.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:02:55 - Tim Blake Nelson Joins Dune: Part Two
0:13:08 - Dune: Part Two Movie Wraps Production
0:23:33 - Box Office Prospects in 2023

DUNE TV NEWS

0:26:32 - Dune TV series Casting News
0:35:11 - Dune: The Sisterhood Starts Filming

THE DUNIVERSE

0:42:08 - Dune: Awakening Teaser Trailer
0:54:19 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We're back! For today's Dune Talk show, we're happy to bring you this interview with Dominic J. Nardi and N. Trevor Brierly. Our special guests are the editors of Discovering Dune: Essays on Frank Herbert’s Epic Saga (2022), a collection of academic essays that brings together 14 insightful perspectives on the rich themes of Dune—including politics, religion, ecology, and philosophy—as well as explorations into several of its key characters.

Garin and Marcus bring their questions regarding "Political Prescience" and "A Critical Moment", the respective essays that Dominic and Trevor contributed. How is the paradox of prescience handled in Frank Herbert's works? How is religion portrayed in the Dune books? We also get into the state of scholarship on Dune and why the authors hope this new publication will inspire readers to continue their own exploration of this fascinating saga.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:05:50 - Discovering Dune
0:26:35 - Paradox of Prescience
0:35:31 - Religion
0:44:50 - Key Takeaways
0:49:46 - Outro

Show notes:

This episode featured Discovering Dune: Essays on Frank Herbert’s Epic Saga, edited by Dominic J. Nardi and N. Trevor Brierly, a new collection of 14 scholarly essays published by McFarland. For further information see our earlier announcement.

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Special guests:

Dominic J. Nardi | @nardiviews
N. Trevor Brierly | @ntbrierly

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Following the crew's trip to FanX, Dune Talk show is back! It's another packed episode, with tons of movie and TV updates! The biggest news is Dune: The Sisterhood, with multiple major casting announcements and production slated to begin next month. Movie or TV series, which is more important for the future Dune?

And, of course, production of Dune: Part Two is still in full-swing. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon break down all of the latest updates from filming, as well as the movie’s new release date.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

0:02:52 - Movie Completes 12 Weeks of Filming
0:16:38 - 'Dune: Part Two' Release Date Moves Up

DUNE TV NEWS

0:29:17 - 'Dune: The Sisterhood' Casting News
0:38:42 - TV Series Starts Filming Next Month
0:50:12 - Based on 'Sisterhood of Dune' Novel?
1:00:51 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Premiere Moves Forward Two Weeks
Leads Cast for Dune: The Sisterhood TV Series
Indira Varma Joins Dune: The Sisterhood Cast, Filming Starts November

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We're all back for this week’s Dune Talk show and have several big movie, TV series, and gaming updates to get into. Production is ongoing on Dune: Part Two—with cast members making their presence known in Budapest—and it's far from over, with months of filming ahead. So, we have that second movie to look forward to next year, but what does all the recent Warner Bros. Discovery and Legendary Entertainment news mean for the future of the franchise?

On the TV series front, there's also been some uncertainty recently. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon do have some reassuring news to discuss for Dune: The Sisterhood. Finally, after years of waiting, Funcom's "open world survival MMO game" has an actual title and new cinematic trailer. Each of the hosts has their own perspectives, when it comes to Dune: Awakening.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:04:02 - Dune: Part Two Filming Schedule
0:16:54 - Legendary Explores New Studio Options
0:35:18 - Dune: The Sisterhood TV Updates
0:46:16 - Dune: Awakening MMO Game
1:01:19 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Expected to Film in Hungary Through Early October
Legendary Entertainment Eyeing Rival Studio Options With Warner Deal Over
Dune: The Sisterhood Will Reportedly Film in Ireland and Hungary
Dune: Awakening Open World Survival MMO Announced by Funcom

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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

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While the Dune Talk crew members come back from summertime leaves, we’re excited to present this interview—our first show covering collectibles and toys—on this first wave of Dune ReAction Figures by Super7. Josh Herbolsheimer, VP of Design, is joining us to share all the details of their new toys based on 1984’s Dune movie.

We get to see several behind-the-scenes images, including concepts and molds, from the design of these Dune ReAction Figures. We ask Josh about Super7's creative process and what to expect from the future of this product line. The interview also branches out into the pop-culture design house’s other creations and how they interact with collectors.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introduction / Josh Herbolsheimer
0:05:42 - Creating 'Dune' ReAction Figures
0:11:52 - Future Super7 Releases
0:16:55 - Toy Design: Inspiration and Favorites
0:24:03 - Creative Process and Dream Projects
0:32:44 - Community Inputs
0:36:37 - Outro

Dune collectibles and toys story covered on this podcast episode:

Super7 Releases Vintage Dune ReAction Figures

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Thanks to our special guest Josh Herbolsheimer, and the team at Super7, for this insightful interview, covering their new Dune toys product line and other projects. To shop for these Dune ReAction figures, or learn more about all their unique creations, head over to the Super7 website.

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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The production on Dune: Part Two is fully underway! Director Denis Villeneuve and key cast members—Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, among others—have arrived in Budapest, Hungary, where the movie is currently being filmed. This week on Dune Talk, Garin, Johnny and Marcus break down the latest news, including the official synopsis of the movie and confirmation that there will be five weeks of shooting in the Liwa Desert of Abu Dhabi.

Plus, more casting news: Souheila Yacoub is the latest actress to join the movie's impressive ensemble. Beyond all the Dune: Part Two news, we touch on CMON's newly announced board game and Super7’s retro-style Dune ReAction Figures.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:08 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:12 - Full Production Begins on Dune: Part Two
0:14:34 - New Synopsis Revealed
0:28:41 - 5 Weeks of Filming in Abu Dhabi
0:34:40: Souheila Yacoub Joins 'Dune' Cast
0:40:44 - The Duniverse: New Game and Toys
0:44:30 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Return to Arrakis for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two
Dune: Part Two to Film for Five Weeks in Liwa Desert
Souheila Yacoub joins 'Dune: Part Two' Cast
CMON Announces Dune: War for Arrakis
Super7 Releases Vintage Dune ReAction Figures

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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Special thanks goes out to Simon Daoudi for audio and video editing, Ashton GIeckman for music, and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

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It has begun! The second movie has officially completed its first days of shooting. On Dune Talk this week, we're discussing everything we know so far about the production of Dune: Part Two at the Brion Tomb in Italy, including the appearance of Florence Pugh. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon also break down the movie's new release date.

And, of course, we have our usual round-up of all the other news in the Dune universe, including the sequel books receiving a beautiful deluxe hardcover treatment. Plus, on the gaming side, House Corrino will be the fifth playable faction in Dune: Spice Wars.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:33 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:38 - Filming Starts in Italy, With Florence Pugh
0:20:52 - Dune: Part Two Delayed to November 2023
0:30:04 - The Duniverse:
0:30:11 - 'Dune' Sequel Books Get Deluxe Hardcovers
0:39:16 - House Corrino Coming to 'Dune: Spice Wars'
0:41:41 - 'Dune: The Waters of Kanly' #3 Released
0:45:35 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Filming of Dune: Part Two Movie Starts in Italy, With Florence Pugh
Dune: Part Two Sets November 2023 Release Date
Dune Sequel Books Get Deluxe Hardcover Editions
House Corrino is coming to Dune: Spice Wars!
Dune: The Waters of Kanly #3 First Look

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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The movie casting news continues to flow! This week on Dune Talk, we discuss the newest addition to the cast of Dune: Part Two: Léa Seydoux is expected to take the role of Lady Margot Fenring. Can the reveal of Count Hasimir Fenring be far behind? Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon share some of their picks for the latter.

And, there's yet more movie news. What was Denis Villeneuve doing in Italy and what does this mean in terms of the location we'll see in Dune: Part Two? Plus, multiplayer mode has arrived in Dune: Spice Wars. Which of the hosts are you least likely to see on a future gameplay live-stream?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:30 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:33 - Léa Seydoux To Play Lady Margot Fenring
0:20:52 - Dune: Part Two to Film Scenes in Italy
0:32:23 - The Duniverse:
0:32:29 - Multiplayer Mode Comes to Dune: Spice Wars
0:40:11 - Remembering Tim Sale
0:43:50 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Léa Seydoux Set To Join Dune: Part Two Cast, as Lady Margot Fenring
Takeoff at Brion Tomb, Dune Sequel Also To Be Filmed in Veneto Region (Italian)
Dune: Spice Wars Multiplayer Update is Live!
Rest in Peace Tim Sale, Kickstarter Exclusive Cover Will be Artist's Last Published Work

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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On this Dune Talk show, we interview two members of the Shiro Games team: community lead James Croucher and developer Tom Georgin. Dune: Spice Wars, the new 4X real-time strategy video game, arrived on Steam this past April to very positive reception from the community.

The game is currently in Early Access, which means there are major updates to come—including the highly-demanded multiplayer mode. On this episode we discuss that and other exciting features on the Dune: Spice Wars roadmap, including a fifth faction and hero units. James and Tom share about their experience working on the game and offer valuable insights into its unique gameplay elements.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:4:47 - Creating Dune: Spice Wars
0:11:30 - Game Launch on Steam
0:18:02 - Early Access Roadmap
0:33:39 - Dune: Spice Wars Gameplay
0:51:09 - Future Visions
0:54:58 - Outro

Dune gaming story covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Spice Wars Early Access Roadmap Revealed!

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Thanks to our special guests, James Croucher and Tom Georgin from Shiro Games, for all of their great insights about developing Dune: Spice Wars (@DuneSpiceWars) and building a community around it. Visit the official website at dunegames.com or head over to the game's page on Steam.

Make sure to also check out the Dune: Spice Wars Discord server. It's the place to discuss the game with other players and share your feedback with the developers.

This show's host:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet

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It's been a break for the Dune Talk show, however there has been plenty of exciting news the past month. This episode we're reacting to the confirmed casting of Christopher Walken as Emperor Shaddam IV in the Dune: Part Two movie, as well interviews with cast members regarding the movie’s script and their preparations.

There have also been some major rumors surrounding Dune: The Sisterhood. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon discuss the implications of the TV series filming in Ireland. And, the comic book adaptations are continuing at BOOM! Studios. There's often talk of "expanding the franchise" when it comes to Dune, but what is the right approach?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:34 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:37 - Christopher Walken cast as the Emperor
0:13:41 - Austin Butler in Elvis and preparations for Dune: Part Two
0:23:37 - Javier Bardem comments on second movie's script
0:32:29 - Shane Vieau listed as Set Decorator on IMDb
0:34:09 - Open Casting agency looking for Harkonnen extras?
0:35:44 - The Duniverse:
0:35:51 - Dune: The Sisterhood rumored to film in Ireland
0:50:13 - Dune prequel comic book adaptations continue
1:02:06 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Christopher Walken Joins Dune: Part Two as The Emperor
Rumor: Dune: The Sisterhood TV Series Set to Film in Ireland
Dune: House Harkonnen and Dune: House Corrino Comic Book Series Planned at BOOM! Studios

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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What a time it is to be a Dune fan! On top of the movies, and plenty of other great content, we'll soon have a Bene Gesserit TV series to enjoy on HBO Max. We're back with Dune Talk, to cover the latest Dune: The Sisterhood updates: Johan Renck, Emmy-award winning director of Chernobyl, is set to direct the opening episodes.

Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon discuss persistent rumors surrounding the casting of Emperor Shaddam IV, in the Dune: Part Two movie, and share our personal choices. Finally, several of us have played the Early Access release of the new Dune: Spice Wars 4X RTS game on Steam and are looking forward to share our first impressions.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:22 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:25 - Casting Rumors: Who Will Play the Emperor?
0:16:22 - The Duniverse:
0:16:27 - Official Dune: The Sisterhood TV Series News
0:28:34 - Dune: Spice Wars Video Game Early Access
0:42:45 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Rumors: Christian Bale and Mads Mikkelsen Connected to Emperor Role in 'Dune: Part Two'
Dune: The Sisterhood TV Series Names First Director
First Impressions: Dune: Spice Wars Early Access

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We're back this week with a special episode of Dune Talk! Welcome Caleb Pauls, of the Reading Dune podcast, joining us for a discussion on the importance of Dune Messiah—both its characters and the philosophies explored. While it's the shortest of the six books in Frank Herbert's original Dune saga, the events within have far-reaching ramifications.

That's not all, as our crew—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—and special guest have a whole lot of Dune movie, comic, and video game news to cover: Production begins on Dune: Part Two, preview pages are up for Dune: The Waters of Kanly, and Dune: Spice Wars enters Steam Early Access. We also address rumors regarding the upcoming Dune TV series: Sisterhood of Dune: Mindkiller?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:29 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:31 - Dune: Part Two Pre-production Begins
0:06:00 - Josh Brolin Interviews
0:12:41 - The Duniverse:
0:12:48 - "Sisterhood of Dune: Mindkiller" TV Series Rumors
0:25:30 - Dune: The Waters of Kanly Comic Preview
0:28:29 - Dune: Spice Wars Release Date and Pricing
0:31:10 - Landsraad High Council: Dune Messiah Talk
0:49:49 - Dune Messiah Book Spoiler Discussion
1:10:32 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Pre-Production Has Begun for 'Dune: Part Two' and Filming is Expected to Start on July 19, 2022.
Josh Brolin Confirms Dune: Part Two Appearance
Giant Freakin Robot Reports on 'Dune' TV Series Title Reveal (not verified)
First Look – Dune: The Waters of Kanly Comic #1
Dune: Spice Wars Release Date and Fourth Faction Revealed

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Special guest:

• Caleb Pauls | @ReadingDune

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Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part One movie concludes this year's awards season with a tremendous achievement, as the most-awarded film at the 2020 Academy Awards. Dune dominated the crafts categories, winning six Oscar Awards. It's time to celebrate! On this episode of Dune Talk show, we discuss what this means for the winning crew members and everyone else involved in the movies' production.

Is this the best possible outcome for Dune and its future on the big screen? The crew—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—also take some time to address the whole Oscar Awards pre-show controversy, as well as their personal highlights from the event.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:20 - Dune Movie News: Oscar Award Wins Reaction
0:43:18 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Movie Wins Six Oscar Awards

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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On this week's Dune Talk we react to the big movie news: Florence Pugh and Austin Butler are reportedly in talks to join cast of Dune: Part Two, as Princess Irulan Corrino and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen respectively. Are they the right choices for these key roles? What can we expect, based on these actors' past performances? We dive into those questions, alternative casting choices, and touch on reactions from the community.

Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon are also covering the recent awards season, including wins for Dune: Part One at the HCA Film Awards. There's also a newly announced board game to discuss: Arrakis: Dawn of the Fremen is coming this summer, from Gale Force Nine.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:30 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:35 - Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan
0:19:24 - Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha
0:39:03 - Dune Wins Four HCA Film Awards
0:43:43 - The Duniverse:
0:44:06 - Arrakis: Rise of the Fremen Board Game
0:51:30 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Florence Pugh in Talks for Princess Irulan Role in Dune: Part Two
Austin Butler Eyed to Join Dune: Part Two Cast as Feyd-Rautha
Dune Wins Four 2022 HCA Film Awards
First Look – Dune, Arrakis: Dawn of the Fremen Board Game

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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There's been a wave of exciting news in February and we have a lot to discuss on this week’s Dune Talk show, starting with some more Dune movie news: How big of an achievement is $400M at the box office? We're also breaking down a recent Empire interview with Denis Villeneuve, covering the status of Dune: Part Two and the director's thoughts on deleted scenes.

And the “Duniverse”, our expanded news segment, returns! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon dive into the Dune: Spice Wars gameplay footage trailer and a new comic book mini-series, Dune: The Waters of Kanly, is announced for May 2022.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:05 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:27 - Dune Achieves $400M Box Office
0:10:24 - Villeneuve Interview in Empire
0:24:28 - The Duniverse: Comics and Video Game
0:24:33 - 'Dune: Spice Wars' Footage
0:31:47 - 'The waters of Kanly' Comic Mini-series
0:42:52 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Hits $400M Milestone at Global Box Office
Denis Villeneuve Gives Update on Dune: Part Two
First Dune: Spice Wars Gameplay Trailer Emerges
Dune: The Waters of Kanly Announcement

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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This Dune Talk show, we’re reacting to all the recent film awards nominations for Dune: Part One: the Oscars, BAFTAs, and more. There's a lot to celebrate, with all this great recognition that the movie is receiving, and we get into some historical perspectives regarding what it all means.

And of course, we're going to address the major omission that’s on everyone’s on minds: How can you not nominate Denis Villeneuve in the directing category? Then it's time for Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon to share their Oscars win predictions, as we look forward to the awards ceremony on March 27, 2022.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:50 - BAFTA and Oscar Nominations
0:23:43 - Denis Villeneuve Directing Snub?
0:41:48 - Oscar Awards Win Predictions
1:02:18 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Film Awards Overview – Dune Movie Secures 11 BAFTA Nominations
Dune Receives 10 Oscar Nominations

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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For this week's Dune Talk show we're back with the full crew and excited to review the 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray release of Dune: Part One—out now in many regions, including the U.S., and arriving in the U.K. on January 31, 2022. We share overall reactions and discuss how home video quality compares with our earlier theatrical and steaming movie experiences.

Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon discuss favorites from the hour of behind-the-scenes features, included on the physic disc (and some digital copies), revealing new insights into the creation of the movie—from concept to final cut. It's a great release, but what was missing? We share our thoughts on what we would have liked to see and wishes for future editions.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:27 - Dune Movie Home Video Review
0:20:10 - Blu-ray Extras: Behind-the-Scenes Insights
0:47:00 - Roundtable: What was Missing?
0:57:37 - Outro

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We're back for our first release of 2022! On this Dune Talk show we're joined by Dr. Kara Kennedy (Dune Scholar) for an insightful interview about Women’s Agency in the Dune Universe: Tracing Women’s Liberation through Science Fiction, the new book based on her PhD and years of research. She goes in-depth into the Bene Gesserit—and female characters in general—focusing on their abilities and influence throughout the entirety of the Dune saga by Frank Herbert.

Kara's study places Dune within the context of the time period when the series was first published, including second-wave feminism, the new wave science fiction, and other key influences. We discuss how Frank Herbert's writing the Bene Gesserit's strengths in Dune speaks to key themes of women's agency both in history and today's current issues. What are Kara's thoughts on the movie? She shares her critique and reactions to Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part One, and its portrayal of women.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:18 - Interview: Kara Kennedy's New Book on Women in 'Dune'
0:24:17 - Female Characters in 'Dune: Part One' movie
0:38:03 - Bene Gesserit and Themes in Later Books (Spoilers)
1:08:07 - Outro

This episode focuses on the new book by by Kara Kennedy, PhD: 'Women’s Agency in the Dune Universe: Tracing Women’s Liberation through Science Fiction'. For more information, see our report on the website.

For details on how to purchase a hardcover copy, while supporting Kara, visit her publications page on Dunescholar.com.

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Special guest:

Kara Kennedy | @DuneScholar

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For this holiday recording of the Dune Talk show, we're happy to present an exclusive interview with one of the actors you've seen in Dune: Part One. Richard Carter, who plays Harkonnen Trooper #2, offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at shooting the movie at Origo Studios in Budapest, Hungary.

You'd be surprised by just how much effort went into filming this scene where the Harkonnen soldiers kidnap Paul Atreides and Lady Jessica. Richard, piloting the ornithopter, shares his experience working on the ultra-realistic sets of Dune, together with the truly passionate and detail-oriented Denis Villeneuve. How was the audition process? How was it like to act together with stars Timothée Chalamet and Rebecca Ferguson? We cover all of that on this week's episode.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:37 - Interview: Richard Carter, Harkonnen Trooper #2
0:57:00 - Outro

We'll also be adding the written transcript of this interview to our website.

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Special guest:

Richard Carter | @Richard85480828

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The Dune movie has now premiered across all planned territories—finally including Australia and New Zealand on December 2—however the news doesn't end there. On this week's show, Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon return to discuss latest developments: HCA Film Awards, a long-awaited update on Funcom's open-world video game, and Dune: A Whisper of Caladan Seas, upcoming comic book one-shot.

What makes Dune different compared to other well-known science-fiction stories, like Star Wars for example? The crew share some quick thoughts, looking ahead to all of the potential of Frank Herbert’s enduring saga, as it's adapted into further movies, TV shows, and other media formats.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:05 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:11 - Box Office Updates
0:12:11 - HCA Film Awards Nominations
0:33:50 - The Duniverse: Comics and Video Games
0:25:54 - Dune Survival Game
0:33:54 - A Whisper of Caladan Seas Comic
0:46:10 - What makes Dune unique?
0:54:15 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part One Premieres in Australia and New Zealand, Bringing Global Box Office Over $380M
Dune: Part One Receives 10 Nominations for HCA Film Awards
Funcom Teams up With Nukklear for Dune Open-World Video Game
Preview – Dune: A Whisper of Caladan Seas Comic

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We've arrived at the final part or our scene-by-scene analysis of the Dune: Part One movie, on Dune Talk show! This week's discussion kicks off as Paul and Jessica leave the stilltent and we meet the desert's cutest inhabitant. Within the last act of the movie there's so much to breakdown, whether it's Paul's death/rebirth, his complex relationship with Chani, and more insights into the Fremen culture.

The full team—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—is here to share their in-depth thoughts on the film's ending and what's coming next. As with earlier parts of this movie review sub-series, these talks contains spoilers for the movie and first book.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:19 - Dune Movie News: Digital Release Date
0:02:49 - Dune Movie Review: Muad'Dib Rises
1:35:52 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Home Video Release Dates Confirmed for Dune: Part One

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Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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Here's the penultimate part of our in-depth 'Dune: Part One' movie review on Dune Talk, and we're picking up from the 75th minute. Back at the governor's residence in Arrakeen, time is running out for the noble House Atreides. This week we break down the pivotal stilltent scene, discussing Paul's transformation and the terrifying events he sees in the future.

We also cover some of the recent movie news, including release dates for home video and Denis Villeneuve's comments regarding the role of Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Dune: Part Two. As with earlier episodes in this sub-series, there are spoilers for the movie and first book.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:17 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:19 - Home Video Release Date
0:04:55 - Feyd's Important Role in Part Two
0:10:49 - Dune Movie Review: Atreides Fall
1:06:25 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Home Video Release Dates Confirmed for Dune: Part One
Denis Villeneuve Talks Dune Movie Ending and Key Role for Feyd in Part Two

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Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We continue our scene-by-scene Dune: Part One movie review. This week on Dune Talk we pick up from the 50-minute mark, with Paul walking into his first strategy meeting. Gurney takes the opportunity to embellish on the incident with the hunter, although this only partially lightens the mood.

This passage of the film establishes how precarious the situation is for House Atreides and introduces us to two Fremen leaders, however highlight is the first encounter of Paul Atreides with the deep desert of Arrakis—there the spice melange causes an awakening deep inside. Finally, we get to see Salusa Secundus, homeworld of the feared Sardaukar warriors. We're going deep into all the details, so the show contains full spoilers for the movie.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:03 - Dune Movie News: Box office Update
0:07:34 - Dune Movie Review: Arrakeen
1:06:25 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part One Crosses $330 Million at the Worldwide Box Office

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Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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On this week's show we continue our scene-by-scene Dune: Part One breakdown, picking up from after the Gom Jabbar test (as covered last week). From the 29-minute mark of the movie, we explore revelations about the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood and the symbolism in Paul's last moments on Caladan, where he lived for his first 15 years.

As House Atreides arrive to take over Arrakis, there's so much happening—both in conversations and the visual spectacle. There's also the religious aspect of this story and we dive deep into the native peoples' beliefs and how the powers of the Imperium are involved in these messianic myths. Like previous episodes in this movie review sub-series, the discussion contains spoilers.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:21 - Dune Movie News: Box office Update
0:07:22 - Dune Movie Review: Arrakeen
1:11:06 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Tops Domestic Box Office for Second Week, Closes in on $300M Worldwide
Joe Walker Offers His Cut on Editing Dune Movie

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Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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The journey continues! This week brought the official confirmation of Dune: Part Two, expected to arrive in theaters on October 20, 2023. On this Dune Talk show we share our expectations and hopes for that continuation, including potential opening scenes. We also discuss casting choices, including who may be a strong fit to play the Emperor himself.

It’s the full crew—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—as we continue our in-depth break down of Dune: Part One, with the Gom Jabbar test. Denis Villeneuve has shared his own extensive commentary on that iconic scene and there are so many layers to analyze. Finally, we talk about the the surprise Kickstarter announcement for 'Dune: The Official Movie Graphic Novel'.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:25 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:27 - Dune: Part Two Officially Green-lit
0:21:20 - Director's Commentary: Gom Jabbar Test
0:33:50 - The Duniverse: Dune Movie Graphic Novel
0:45:14 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Confirmed by Legendary, Premieres in 2023!
Dune Director’s Commentary: The Gom Jabbar Scene
Official Dune Movie Graphic Novel Funded on Kickstarter in One Day

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Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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We're back for the second part of our in-depth movie review sub-series on Dune Talk show. Special guest Mark (from DuneInfo) returns as we finish our overall reactions, after watching the film many, many times. Then the scene-by-scene breakdown begins, with Chani’s opening narration that introduces the planet Arrakis and the Fremen people.

The first 24 minutes of Dune: Part One primarily focuses on Caladan, homeworld of House Atreides. In this episode we cover the main characters, set design, and how the movie's early narrative sets up the power dynamics within the Imperium. We also engage in debate regarding the merit, or lack thereof, when it comes to some of the expository scenes. Reminder that we are in full spoiler mode for these discussions.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:27 - Dune Movie News: Box office Update
0:11:40 - Dune Movie Review: Overall Reactions
0:16:56 - The Art and Soul of Dune (Limited Edition)
0:18:56 - Scene-by-Scene Breakdown: Caladan
1:17:03 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Soars to $223M Worldwide at the Box Office
Tanya Lapointe Reveals Secrets of Filming Dune

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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This week, we're excited to bring you the first show in a our Dune review sub-series. During the upcoming episodes of Dune Talk, we'll be doing a scene-by-scene breakdown of the movie and diving into all of our insights gained from watching the movie numerous times. In case you haven't yet seen the film, we'd recommend first watching Marcus's spoiler-free first impressions in last week's podcast.

On this show, Johnny takes the floor to share his overall reactions, after watching the movie first in a theater and then streaming it on HBO Max afterwards. We start our in-depth discussion, by explore the thematic importance of dreams in Dune. As per above, we are going into full spoilers moving forward. We also touch on box office projections, however we keep it brief—Johnny, Garin, and Marcus are heading off to watch the film (again)!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:27 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:30 - Box Office Projections
0:13:47 - WarnerMedia Comments on Dune Sequel
0:11:40 - Dune Movie Review: Overall Reactions
0:52:21 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Box Office Projections for Domestic Opening Weekend
Dune: Part Two Comments From WarnerMedia Leadership

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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

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Yes, one of us has seen the movie! And of course, the other hosts of Dune Talk have tons of questions. On this week's show we dive straight into (non-spoiler) first impressions, based on seeing Dune: Part One on the big screen. Favorite scene? Standout performances? Reactions to seeing the full visuals and score come together? How many times are we watching the movie?

Then Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon get into more movie news: the Final Trailer for Dune, Jason Momoa's emotional behind-the-scenes clips, and all of the other promotional content and interviews, including the Entertainment Weekly cover story. Finally we provide our weekly box office update, as Dune has been out in theaters for a full four weeks.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:18 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:21 - A First Reaction to Watching Dune
0:13:47 - Dune Movie Final Trailer
0:19:42 - Jason Momoa's Behind-the-Scenes Clip
0:26:10 - More Dune Movie Content: Filming in Jordan, Dune Cast in Entertainment Weekly (0:27:21), and "Always" Ornithopter TV Spot (0:30:08).
0:36:15 - Box Office Updates
0:52:21 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

First Reaction to Watching Dune (2021)
Dune Final Trailer (YouTube)
Jason Momoa Behind-the-Scenes Video Shows Passion
More Dune Behind-the-Scenes and Promotional Footage: Filming in Jordan (YouTube), Dune Movie Cover Story for Entertainment Weekly, and Dune TV Spot "Always"
Box Office Update: Fourth Week of Dune's Theatrical Run

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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On this special Dune Talk show we welcome Jack Reda, from Future Pastimes, one of the designers behind the two Dune board games published by Gale Force Nine. We discuss both the Dune: Classic board game (reimagined in 2019) and this year's brand-new game, featuring the visuals of Villeneuve's movie adaptation: Dune: A Game of Conquest and Diplomacy. Jack takes us behind the scenes into the creation of these games and explains what makes each of them unique.

And of course, we've had more Dune movie news: Garin, Jack, and Marcus share their reactions to the stunning final trailer and look ahead to the film's imminent release.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro / Jack Reda
0:10:14 - Dune Movie News: Final Trailer
0:17:26 - The Duniverse: Board Game Interview
0:57:56 - Outro

Dune movie news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Final Trailer Released (YouTube)

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Interview questions answered by Jack Reda during the Duniverse segment:

Classic Game

Do you have any insights into what led up to the decision to reprint the original 1979 game?
What was the inspiration for creating the Ixians and the Tleilaxu expansion set?
What can players expect from the upcoming CHOAM and Richese expansion set?
Which House do you choose when you play? Why?

Movie Version (Conquest)

What drove the vision to make a game for the movie, rather the reskin the original game?
When working on the new movie board game, what sort of materials did you have access to and how did this influence the team's design process? Is there anything you learned from the movie's visuals, that inspired you to go in a new direction or create a new game play mechanic?
What is the most unique characteristic of Dune: A Game of Conquest and Diplomacy?
What was the process to design the unique strengths of each of the four factions?

Future

With the Dune movie doing well where would you like to see Dune board gaming go next?

Thanks to our special guest Jack Reda. Follow him on Instagram and visit the Cosmic Encounter / Future Pastimes website for more information about Dune and their other board games.

The Dune Tabletop discord server is the place to discuss and play the Dune board games online.

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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

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On Denis Villeneuve's 54th birthday Dune hit a key milestone, closing its third weekend at $103.9M! Impressive considering that's only from 34 countries, but how does that compare to other movies like No Time to Die? Johnny, Marcus, and Simon dive deep into the numbers: How well will Dune have to do, to be considered a success? What role will HBO Max play? What's the break even point for the movie?

Also, another clip from the movie was featured during Rebecca Ferguson's appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. It's a really touching moment between Lady Jessica, her character and Duke Leto, played by Oscar Isaac. We explore what this scene tells us, both about their relationship and the wider Dune universe. Spoiler discussion is kept to the last minutes of the episode (with advance warning).

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:03:51 - Dune Movie News:
0:03:54 - Box Office Update
0:37:28 - Behind-the-Scenes Clips
0:44:34 - Spoiler Discussion
0:54:13 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Surpasses $100 Million at Global Box Office
An Emotional Scene from the Movie: Lady Jessica and Duke Leto

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
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 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.

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We recap Dune: Part One's box office performance through past weekend and discuss what's next, now that No Time to Die and Venom are premiering in the same countries. Then there's all the behind-the-scenes clips that have surfaced online, offering a lot of great insights into the movie's production.

Also this week; Johnny, Garin, Marcus, and Simon dive deep into the movie's marketing, including the Dune and NFL cross-over promotion during Monday's game. Finally, we break down the full Timothée Chalamet and Jason Momoa conversation scene, that was released on YouTube. Spoiler discussion is kept to the last 10 minutes of the episode (with advance warning).

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:30 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:34 - Box Office Update
0:16:38 - Behind-the-Scenes Clips
0:37:36 - Dune Movie Marketing
0:55:58 - Spoiler Discussion
1:11:21 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Remains the #1 Movie at the Overseas Box Office in its Second Week
Multiple Behind-the-Scenes Clips are Unofficially Released on Social Media
The Movie Marketing Continues:
Dune and NFL Crossover TV Spot
Full Scene of Paul and Duncan in Caladan Hangar

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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The Dune movie continues to roar ahead at the overseas box office: We look back at the first weekend's results and projections for upcoming week. Then it's time to dive into our review of Han Zimmer's soundtrack, which transports listeners into the far future. And, we're still getting tons of new movie footage, including an exclusive Chinese trailer.

At the end Johnny, Garin, Marcus, and Simon tackle some interesting viewer questions, including how to navigate the large volume of marketing and theories on the alien voices we hear at the beginning of the movie. If you're looking to avoid spoilers, we've added a warning ahead of our detailed trailer thoughts, so it's easy to jump ahead.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:06 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:10 - Box Office Update
0:18:36 - Han Zimmer's Dune Soundtrack
0:36:09 - Exclusive Chinese Dune Trailer (non-spoiler talk)
0:44:02 - Spoiler Discussion
0:53:15 - Viewer Questions
1:12:06 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Movie Outperforms at Overseas Box Office
Dune Movie Soundtrack Takes You to Another World
Chinese Dune Movie Trailer Showcases Desert Power

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Viewer questions answered:

With marketing materials revealing a lot of new footage, how do people who haven't seen the movie yet (and are looking to avoid spoilers) navigate this next month?
At the beginning of the film, who is speaking in an alien language (before the WB logo appears)?
What would you call the second movie? Would they just go with Dune: Part Two?

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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The Dune movie is now released in 26 markets and has had an outstanding opening week at the box office (see link in news stories for final numbers), outpacing most of top films this year! The crew break down the financials, and what those mean, plus dive into the wildly enthusiastic audience response from Europe.

Additionally, the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival has wrapped, with a special award for director Denis Villeneuve, and we have more behind-the-scenes features to dive into. Join Johnny, Garin, Marcus, and Simon—with returning special guest, Mark from DuneInfo—as we continue our celebration of Dune and take up some viewer questions.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:36 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:42 - Villeneuve and Ferguson at TIFF
0:20:18 - Behind-the-scenes Featurettes
0:31:15 - European Audience reactions
0:43:45 - Early Dune Box Office results
0:58:38 - Viewer Questions
1:23:09 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

TIFF IMAX Premiere | Denis Villeneuve Receives Ebert Director Award
Dune | Behind The Frame | Filmed For IMAX | Denis Villeneuve (YouTube)
Dune Movie Viewer Reactions: Roundtable Interview
Dune Movie Outperforms at Overseas Box Office

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Viewer questions answered:

Do you think Villeneuve already has already cast Feyd-Rautha? Who do you think would be a great casting?
Do you think Dune: Part Two will get green lit before the US release due to the nice international box office so far? Or is Warner and Legendary going to be super cautious and wait until December?

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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This week there's even more behind-the-scenes footage and interviews to break down. The Royal Houses featurette is a great introduction to the Dune movie for newcomers, while offering exciting visuals for us long-time fans to analyze. We also discuss talk show appearances for Denis Villeneuve and Timothée Chalamet (Quotidien) and British Vogue's cover story on Zendaya.

Then there's two striking new posters for RealD 3D and IMAX versions of the movie. Could these be the first ones that all four hosts agree on? Join Johnny, Garin, Marcus, and Simon on this tenth episode of Dune Talk, as we continue our ongoing journey towards the movie's theatrical release!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:03:15 - Dune Movie News:
0:03:20 - Behind-the-Scenes Featurette: The Royal Houses
0:28:01 - Paris Interviews: Villeneuve and Chalamet
0:41:28 - New Dune Movie Posters
0:52:15 - Zendaya's Vogue Interview Comments
0:59:25 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Behind-the-Scenes Look: Feud of Royal Houses
Denis Villeneuve and Timothée Chalamet appear on Quotidien (French, with English subs)
New RealD 3D and IMAX Dune Posters Revealed
Zendaya Was Determined to Land Chani Role in Dune

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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Following the world premiere of Dune: Part One, the first wave of movie reviews are out! In this special episode, we analyze the many critics' reports and viewer reactions coming out of Venice Film Festival. Johnny, Garin, Marcus, and Simon—joined by Mark from DuneInfo—seek a consensus about what it all means.

We also cover the official press conference, featuring insightful comments from director Denis Villeneuve and six of the movie's stars—Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, and Javier Bardem. Finally, The Dune Sketchbook, first of Hans Zimmer's three Dune soundtracks, has been released!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:38 - Dune Movie News:
0:02:40 - Venice Film Festival reviews
1:09:22 - Dune movie press conference
1:22:51 - The Dune Sketchbook soundtrack
1:37:41 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Premieres to Largely Positive Critic Reviews
Venice Film Festival: Dune Movie Press Conference
'The Dune Sketchbook' Album Released (YouTube playlist updated in our earlier feature)

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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We'll shortly be recording our special Venice Film Festival reaction episode, but first there's a lot more Dune movie news to cover from this week! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon dive into exciting new trailer footage from Singapore and other countries—including the astonishing Gom Jabbar scene—the IMAX exclusive poster, and share our expectations for the Dune premieres at the upcoming film festivals.

Plus, with the awards season truly kicking-off this week; Johnny unveils his 2022 Oscar Predictions. How will 'Dune: Part One' fare in terms of nominations and in which categories does it have the greatest chance of success? Join us for more Dune insights and keep an eye out for the next episode, coming sooner than you'd expect!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:39 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:44 - More new trailer footage
0:26:52 - IMAX exclusive poster
0:34:51 - Venice Film Festival expectations
0:51:27 - The Duniverse: Book news
0:56:41 - The Landsraad: Awards predictions
1:19:19 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Singapore Dune Trailer Unveils Power of the Voice
New IMAX Poster Captures the Essence of Dune
Expectations for the World Premiere of Dune: Part One at the Venice Film Festival
Sands of Dune Anthology Expands on Events of Dune

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Discussion topic addressed by the Landsraad High Council:

Johnny’s Awards Radar: The Pre-Festival 2022 Oscar Predictions

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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With the premiere his Dune movie just around the corner, Denis Villeneuve has shared his future plans, beyond even Dune: Part Two. We're back with a full crew—Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon—to discuss implications of the director's vision for a trilogy of movies. When could we hope to watch Dune Messiah on the big screen? There's also more to unpack with Villeneuve clarifications regarding Zendaya's role, his thoughts on extended cuts, and the movie's international release dates.

On today's show we also dive into the excellent features in the latest Total Film magazine, and break down the fresh footage revealed by the international trailers and the new sets of character teasers. Join us, as we continue our lively countdown to the release of Dune!

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:34 - Dune Movie News:
0:01:38 - Villeneuve's Future Vision for Dune / 0:25:28 - More insights from Canadian Interviews
0:40:28 - Total Film's Dune Movie Issue
0:48:32 - New International Trailers
1:04:48 - Fremen and Harkonnen Teasers
1:15:25 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune: Part Two Could Start Filming in Fall 2022
Total Film's Dune Movie Issue - Available now from Magazines Direct (check article for link), Kindle, and in stores.
International Dune Trailers Reveal New Footage
New Character Teasers:
Meet the Fremen People of Dune
The Villains of Dune: House Harkonnen

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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We're just two weeks away from the world premiere of Denis Villeneuve's Dune movie! In this week's Dune Talk we break down the director's exciting statements, both about Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two. We address his specific comments that have caused quite a stir online this week—including Zendaya's role and the HBO Max release—and tackle the question of how well this movie will have to do, in order for the second half to be greenlit.

Join Johnny, Marcus, and Simon for another exciting show, as we also discuss the new character teasers, showcasing the characters of House Atreides, and the beautiful visuals of The Art and Soul of Dune.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:37 - Dune Movie News
0:01:40 - House Atreides character teasers
0:11:45 - Villeneuve on Zendaya's role in Part Two
0:30:27 - The Art and Soul of Dune preview
0:38:26 - Total Film's Villeneuve interview
1:01:44 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Introducing House Atreides – New Dune Teasers
Villeneuve sees Zendaya as a Star of Dune: Part Two
Making of Dune Book to Explore Movie’s Rich Visuals, and Music
Villeneuve “Very Optimistic” about Dune: Part Two

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
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 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.

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In this week's Dune Talk show we explore the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood, who exercise vast influence throughout the universe of Dune. For this in-depth lore discussion we're joined by Dr. Kara Kennedy, who has written her PhD about the mysterious order and how they're portrayed throughout Frank Herbert's Dune series. And, Dune movie news continues to flow! Garin, Kara, Marcus, and Simon share their views on the new poster, more cast reactions to seeing the movie, and a new wave of official merchandise.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro / Dune Scholar
0:08:16 - Dune Movie News
0:23:00 - The Landsraad High Council: Roundtable Discussion
1:04:11 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Poster Showcases the Movie’s Stellar Cast
David Dastmalchian Shares His Reaction to Watching Dune (YouTube)
New Wave of Official Dune Merchandise Listed On Legendary's Amazon Store

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Discussion topics addressed by the Landsraad High Council:

What should new fans know about the Bene Gesserit and their role in the universe of Dune?
What are your thoughts on the characters of Lady Jessica and Reverend Mother Mohiam, based on what we've seen so far of them in the movie?
What are your thoughts on 'Dune: The Sisterhood' TV series and how would you like to see the order portrayed there?
How would you address critiques that claim that Dune doesn't positively portray its women characters?
What are some surprising influences behind Frank Herbert's creation of Dune and the Sisterhood?
What are the Bene Gesserit's objectives with creating the Kwisatz Haderach?

Thanks to our special guest Kara Kennedy for an insightful discussion. Follow her on Twitter and visit the Dune Scholar website for more scholarly analyses of the Dune saga.

This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on 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.

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In today's show we delve into Hans Zimmer's musical score and the Dune movie's confirmed runtime, as well as Jason Momoa's recent comments. And, it's not just the movie that has us excited...there's finally news about 'Dune: The Sisterhood', the upcoming TV series! We also review 'Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar'—tie-in comic book from BOOM! Studios—and discuss the announcement of 'Dune: Betrayal', a brand-new social deduction game from Gale Force Nine. Join Garin, Marcus, and Simon for a journey through everything happening in the universe of Dune.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:48 - Dune Movie News
0:24:25 - Dune TV News
0:38:38 - The Duniverse: Comics and Games
1:02:44 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Three Dune Soundtracks Incoming From Hans Zimmer
Dune Movie Runtime Confirmed: 2 hours and 35 Minutes

We also touch on Jason Momoa's comments about wanting to see an extended cut.

'Dune: The Sisterhood', has found a new showrunner in Diane Ademu-John
Review – Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar Comic

Our earlier preview contains a link to the short story at the bottom and these are Adam Gorham's original pages that Simon was admiring: https://inkyknuckles.com/adam-gorham

First Look: ‘Dune: Betrayal’ Game, Coming October

On this episode, we also announce the winners of the Dune IMAX poster giveaway.

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion

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Given the visual nature of this discussion, we recommend listening right after watching the Dune Official Main Trailer.

It's here! On this special episode of Dune Talk, we dive deep into the Dune movie's official main trailer and react to its exciting reveals. Johnny, Marcus, Mark, and Simon have all seen the newly released trailer on an IMAX screen—not to mention countless times online—and have so many thoughts to discuss as we break down every shot to uncover new insights. We're going in-depth for this breakdown, so there are a few potential spoilers relating to the first book.

Giveaway:

If you'd like a chance to win an official poster from the IMAX Exclusive Look event, leave a comment below this show's post on DuneNewsNet.com or on YouTube and answer this question: What was the originally announced release date for Denis Villeneuve's Dune movie (i.e. before the multiple delays)? Winner will be selected at random.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:41 - Dune Official Main Trailer
0:05:08 - Dune Trailer Breakdown and Reactions
1:51:32 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

This episode is all about the new trailer. Following its debut at the end of the IMAX event on July 21 (as discussed last show), the second Dune movie trailer hit the internet on July 22. In addition to action and spectacular visuals, these three and a half minutes tell an actual story about the planet of Arrakis and its people. Read our first thoughts.

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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Welcome to our second episode of Dune Talk, the official Dune podcast of DuneNewsNet.com. Four long-time Dune enthusiasts—Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Simon—have watched the first 10 minutes of Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 Dune movie, and more never-seen-before content, at the “IMAX Presents: An Exclusive Look at Dune” event on July 21. Join us for an exciting roundtable discussion, where we'll share our experiences and react to all the incredible footage that was shown.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:15 - Dune Movie News
0:25:07 - Spoiler Discussion of IMAX Event
1:30:58 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Last week, IMAX announced a special event—taking place on July 21 and 22, in select theaters across the globe—which would include the debut of the second trailer for Dune (2021).

Fans were thrilled to learn that this IMAX exclusive would actually be an extended preview of the movie, running over 30 minutes. The event consisted of:

Behind-the-scenes, with comments from cast, crew, and producers,
First 10 minutes of the Dune movie,
The Spice harvester / sandworm scene,
Conversation between Denis Villeneuve and Hans Zimmer, including preview of the latter's score,
Debut of the main Dune trailer.

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This show's hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi
Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

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

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Welcome to Dune Talk! This is the official Dune podcast of DuneNewsNet.com, your one-stop source for breaking news and reviews about the upcoming 2021 Dune movie, books, comics, games, collectibles, and (future) TV shows. In this first episode, Marcus and Simon are joined by the experienced podcasters of DuneCast—Joseph Tavano and Rodney Johnson—for a break down of all the latest movie news, gaming announcements, and an in-depth discussion about introducing new fans to the series.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Introduction
0:02:53 - Dune Movie News
0:30:32 - The Duniverse: Books, Comics, Games, and Collectibles
0:48:45 - The Landsraad High Council: Roundtable Discussion
1:06:20 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Delayed Three Weeks – Release Date Analysis
World Premiere of Dune Movie Confirmed for Venice
Denis Villeneuve Announces Exclusive IMAX Premiere at TIFF
Dune Movie Board Game Visuals Revealed
Portal Games Launches Website for Dune: House Secrets
First Volume of Dune: House Atreides Comic (Hardcover) Released

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Discussion topics addressed by the Landsraad High Council:

How do you introduce Dune to new fans? With Denis Villeneuve’s forthcoming movie, more people than ever are hearing about this series for the first time.
What was your own first experience with Dune and how has reading Frank Herbert's books influenced your life?

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Hosts:

Marcus Gabriel | @DuneNewsNet
Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

Special guests:

Joseph Tavano | @DuneCast
Rodney Johnson | @Rod_B_Johnson

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

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