John and Derek explore Season 2, Episode 3 of The Sandman "More Devils Than Vast Hell Can Avoid", where Morpheus must decide whether to surrender Hell’s keys to save Nada. The episode delves into trust and desire, concluding the first arc of season 2.

Episode teleplay by Alexander Wise

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Following the banquet for the delegates who wish to claim Hell, the Faerie ambassador Nuala runs into Dream and they recount their first meeting.

In England, 1593, Dream inspires William Shakespeare to write A Midsummer Night's Dream and makes him play it for King Auberon, Queen Titania, and their courtiers as an attempt to heal a rift between the Dreaming and Faerie by making mankind forever remember the fae through the play. King Auberon and his queen Titania like the play and make amends with Dream.

In the present, Dream discusses his dilemma with Nuala and she provides guidance based on that first meeting. The next morning, everyone assembles to hear his decision.

Dream ultimately decides to return the lordship of Hell to the Creator, provoking Azazel into attacking him.

However, being in the Dreaming, his seat of power, Dream easily overpowers Azazel and saves his former lover Nada.

Before his departure, Cluracan reveals that Nuala is a gift to Dream from Titania, and Dream reluctantly accepts after Nuala herself agrees to stay.

As the rest of the guests leave, Dream finds that Loki posed as Susano-o-no-Mikoto to avoid returning to punishment in the underworld.

After pleading for leniency, Dream plans to replace him in his torment as long as Loki agrees to be in Dreams debt.

With the conservatorship of Hell resolved, Dream approaches a retired Lucifer and they peacefully part ways.

Later, he apologizes to Nada. She does not accept his apology and leaves for the waking world instead.

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Join us for another journey into the world of dreams, gods, and cosmic power as we explore The Sandman Season 2 Episode 2, "Ruler of Hell." In this episode Dream faces an unexpected twist in his quest to release his former lover, Nada, from Hell.

Teleplay by: Ameni Rozsa

Directed by: Jamie Childs

In The Sandman Season 2 Episode 2, “Ruler of Hell,” Morpheus embarks on a journey to reclaim the kingdom of Hell—but what he finds is far from what he expected. The gates stand open, the torments have ceased, and the realm lies abandoned.

Lucifer Morningstar awaits him—not for a confrontation, but with an unsettling offer. Tired of their celestial post, Lucifer has abdicated, releasing all demons and souls to wander the multiverse. After sending away the loyal Mazikeen, Lucifer asks Dream to cut off their wings, symbolically severing their divine duty. In a final act of vengeance and irony, Lucifer names Dream the new ruler of Hell.

Shocked and burdened by this unwanted gift, Dream seeks counsel from his sister Death before returning to the Dreaming. Word of Hell’s vacancy spreads quickly, and soon emissaries from across existence arrive at the gates of the Dreaming to stake their claim.

Among the contenders are:

• Susano-o-no-Mikoto, the storm god of Japan
• Odin, Thor, and Loki, from Norse mythology
• Cluracan and Nuala, emissaries from the Faerie realm
• Shivering Jemmy, representing the Lords of Chaos
• Kilderkin's servant, on behalf of the Lords of Order
• And a demonic delegation led by Azazel, Choronzon, and Merkin

Heaven also takes an interest, sending two silent angelic observers: Remiel and Duma.

To host his unexpected guests, Dream invites them to a banquet in his palace, curated by Taramis, while he silently weighs their intentions. Entertainment is gruesomely provided by Cain, who gleefully dismembers Abel to amuse the guests.

Throughout the night, various envoys attempt to influence Dream’s decision. Susano-o-no-Mikoto, Odin, Shivering Jemmy, and Kilderkin's servant each present subtle or overt bribes.

Later, Dream grants a private audience to Azazel, who makes his offer by devouring Choronzon, claiming dominance, and revealing a dark bargaining chip—he holds Nada, Dream’s long-lost former lover, as a hostage. In return for her soul, he demands the key to Hell.

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John and Derek return to discuss The Sandman Season 2 Episode 1 "Seasons of Mist". The opening of the first arc of the series begins with a meeting of the Endless and we discuss it all in spoiler filled detail.

Episode teleplay by Allan Heinberg

Episode directed by Jamie Childs

Synopsis: Dream starts to rebuild the Dreaming, but is interrupted by a summons to attend a family gathering of the Endless where he meets his siblings, Destiny, Death, Desire, Despair and Delirium.

As they mention their absent brother who broke off contact with them centuries ago, Destiny explains that the Fates have revealed a cryptic prophecy to him that would start to unwind with their meeting.

Desire aggravates Dream, reminding him of Nada, a human queen whom he fell in love with millennia ago, but condemned to Hell after she ended the relationship, claiming the Endless and mortals cannot live together.

Dream storms off to cool his anger towards Desire but after a discussion with Death, Dream learns that she agrees with Desire and Dream was in the wrong.

Morpheus' intense respect for his sister leads him to consider her assessment far more than he would have for Desire and he resolves to save Nada.

Before leaving once more, Morpheus makes the Dreaming secure by having Lucienne be in charge while he is away and meeting Lyta Hall and Hob Gadling, all in case he would not succeed.

As Dream enters Hell, Lucifer Morningstar calls on their demonic legions, intent to execute revenge on Dream for their humiliation during their past clash.

As Destiny sees the tale unfold in his book, Dream arrives at the gates of Hell and he is afraid.

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The Sandman has returned for it's second and final Season on Netflix but unfortunately John and Derek are going too be a bit late with our podcasts about the show because we're on holidays until the middle of July.

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We can't wait to hear your thoughts and chat all about the first six chapters of The Sandman when we return in July.

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Case Closed. We discuss the final case The Dead Boy Detectives with Episode 8 "The Case of The Hungry Snake". Make sure you've watched both before listening along. Here's hoping for a second season announcement soon.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 8 "The Case of The Hungry Snake" Details

The Dead Boy Detective Creators

Based on the characters created by Neil Gaiman and Matt Wagner

Executive Producers are Greg Berlanti and Neil Gaiman.

Showrunners are Steve Yockey and Beth Schwartz

Directed by Pete Chatmon

Written by Ross Maxwell

Synopsis:

Crystal reckons with the past after memories come rushing back. With Esther's evil scheme underway, the group is forced to face their deadliest foe yet.

The Dead Boy Detectives Cast

George Rexstrew - Edwyn

Jayden Revri - Charles Rowland

Kassius Nelson - Crystal Palace

Briana Cuoco - Jenny Green

Ruth Connell - Night Nurse

Yuyu Kitamura - Niko Saski

Jenn Lyon - Esther Finch

David Iacono - David The Demon

Michael Beach - Tragic Mick

Lukas Gage - The Cat King

Joshua Colley - Monty

Cheech Manohar - Kashi

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We chat about the next two cases of The Dead Boy Detectives with Episodes 6 "The Case of The Creeping Forest" and 7 "The Case of The Very Long Stairway". Make sure you've watched both before listening along.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 6 "The Case of The Creeping Forest" Details

The Dead Boy Detective Creators

Based on the characters created by Neil Gaiman and Matt Wagner

Executive Producers are Greg Berlanti and Neil Gaiman.

Showrunners are Steve Yockey and Beth Schwartz

Directed by Glen Winter

Written by Beth Schwartz and Oscar Balderrama

Synopsis:

A crisis forces Crystal to improvise on the job as Monty recruits the boys to locate his missing friend - but the eerie case isn't what it seems.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 7 "The Case of The Very Long Stairway" Details

Directed by Richard Speight Jr.

Written by Steve Yockey

Synopsis

When Edwin gets caught in a frightening situation, Charles relies on his best mate's meticulous notes to find him. A determined Crystal confronts her ex.

The Dead Boy Detectives Cast

George Rexstrew - Edwyn

Jayden Revri - Charles Rowland

Kassius Nelson - Crystal Palace

Briana Cuoco - Jenny Green

Ruth Connell - Night Nurse

Yuyu Kitamura - Niko Saski

Jenn Lyon - Esther Finch

David Iacono - David The Demon

Michael Beach - Tragic Mick

Lukas Gage - The Cat King

Joshua Colley - Monty

Cheech Manohar - Kashi

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John and Derek are back for two more cases as we discuss The Dead Boy Detectives Episodes 4 and 5 "The Case of the Two Dead Dragons". Make sure you've watched both before listening along.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 4 "The Case of the Lighthouse Leapers" Details

The Dead Boy Detective Creators

Based on the characters created by Neil Gaiman and Matt Wagner

Executive Producers are Greg Berlanti and Neil Gaiman.

Showrunners are Steve Yockey and Beth Schwartz

Directed by Andi Armaganian

Written by Joshua Conkel & Kristin Layne Tucker

Synopsis:

The team investigates a disturbing series of deaths at a lighthouse. Crystal hears a voice as she pieces together the clues to this seaside mystery.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 5 "The Case of the Two Dead Dragons" Details

Directed by Amanda Tapping

Written by Kelli Breslin & Jeremy Kaufman

Synopsis

While Crystal, Edwin and Charles investigate the tragic murders of two popular athletes, Niko sets Jenny up on a date at the butcher shop.

The Dead Boy Detectives Cast

George Rexstrew - Edwyn

Jayden Revri - Charles Rowland

Kassius Nelson - Crystal Palace

Briana Cuoco - Jenny Green

Ruth Connell - Night Nurse

Yuyu Kitamura - Niko Saski

Jenn Lyon - Esther Finch

David Iacono - David The Demon

Michael Beach - Tragic Mick

Lukas Gage - The Cat King

Joshua Colley - Monty

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John and Derek chat all about The Dead Boy Detectives Episode 2 "The Case of the Dandelion Shrine" and Episode 3 "The Case of the Devlin House". As the show settles into it's case of the week format they have a lot of fun and go very dark in equal measure.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 2 "The Case of the Dandelion Shrine" Details

The Dead Boy Detective Creators

Based on the characters created by Neil Gaiman and Matt Wagner

Executive Producers are Greg Berlanti and Neil Gaiman.

Showrunners are Steve Yockey and Beth Schwartz

Directed by Glen Winter

Written by Shoshanna Sachi and Cheech Manohar

The Case of the Dandelion Shrine Synopsis.

After he used magic on a local tabby to solve his most recent case, Edwin has a run in with the unhappy Cat King. As punishment he is unable to leave Port Townsend unless he makes the Cat King happy or counts all the cats in his kingdom.

Returning to the Tongue & Tail butcher shop, Crystal discovers a supernatural case in their own home as she learns her housemate Niko has been infested with some Dandelion Sprites. Working together the Dead Boy Detectives extract the angry tiny beings but Niko’s near death experience has enabled her to see the ghostly investigators.

Meanwhile the witch Esther creates a real boy out of her Crow familiar to get her revenge on the investigators and in the Afterlife, Night Nurse gets the trail of the escaped dead boys and sets up her investigation to return them to their rightful place.

Dead Boy Detectives Episode 3 "The Case of the Devlin House" Details

Directed by Cheryl Dunye

Written by Ian Weinrich and Kirsty Lowery

The Case of the Dandelion Shrine Synopsis.

Still stuck in Port Townsend, the Dead Boy Detectives and their new medium have loads of new clients. They choose a case that most fits their needs and investigate the 30 year old murder of the Devlin Family.

When they investigate the haunted family home they learn that the nightmarish murder has been repeating over and again. When Charles tries to intervene and gets caught in the loop, Edwin realises it was caused by the invasive security camera. He and Crystal wipe the security camera freeing the family from the eternal nightmare.

In the Afterlife the young Devlin daughters delightedly share the story of the ghosts that saved them with The Night Nurse, who desperately needs details to locate them.

The Dead Boy Detectives Cast

George Rexstrew - Edwyn

Jayden Revri - Charles Rowland

Kassius Nelson - Crystal Palace

Briana Cuoco - Jenny Green

Ruth Connell - Night Nurse

Yuyu Kitamura - Niko Saski

Jenn Lyon - Esther Finch

David Iacono - David The Demon

with Kirby - Death

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