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Wool-Shift-Dust does Dune

Wool-Shift-Dust does Dune

By: elysiacb
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Join us for an in-depth dive into Frank Herbert's novel Dune and all of the adaptations of that story.

Using the most famous science-fiction book ever written as our base, we're looking at the choices made in different times by different creators: How does one adapt a story that's been deemed unadaptable – what worked, and what didn't? And how does each attempt leave a deeper understanding of this rich galaxy of politics, philosophy, and lore?

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Also, browse our feed for our in-depth coverage of Silo, Apple TV+’s dystopic scifi thriller, from two different perspectives: book reader Elysia, and show-only Luke, with spoilers only up to the episode discussed and equivalent parts of the book.

Plus past holiday specials like the endless variations of A Christmas Carol as well as It's a Wonderful Life / Knife, The Craft films, and Edgar Allan Poe and The Fall of the House of Usher coverage – not to mention our coverage of both seasons of Beacon 23 – Hugh Howey's other TV adaptation.


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Email us: WoolShiftDustPodcast@gmail.com


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Episodes
  • Dune ep 1 – The creation of Dune (update + replay)

    Dune ep 1 – The creation of Dune (update + replay)
    Jun 30 2025

    After a brand new intro with updated information about the plans for the Dune adaptation series, revisit Elysia and Luke's 2022 episode looking at the life and career of Frank Herbert, and how that led him to create the world of Dune. The backdrop to set the stage for next week's introduction to the original novel's first 10 chapters and overall world-building.

    (Note: After next week, episodes will follow every two weeks in the public feed. More often for Book Club members. Book Club members who joined since the final Silo episode will be shouted out in next week's episode.)


    Coming up in this series...

    • Dune, the novel, in 4 parts

    • Ranking the novel's most iconic scenes

    • Jodorowsky's Dune

    • Dune 1984

    • The Dune games

    • Syfy's Dune

    • Villeneuve's Dune trilogy

    • Dune: Messiah


    Get in touch

    Email us: WoolShiftDustPodcast@gmail.com

    Find us on Bluesky: @elysiacb & @lukemiddup

    Or on the Lorehounds Discord: https://discord.gg/gM5VhTea2T


    Find us also on the podcasts...

    The Lorehounds (Elysia)

    The Star Wars Canon Timeline Podcast (Elysia)

    It Could Be Said (Luke)


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    Intro & outro music: "Magnetic Universe" by Adrian Earnshaw & Benedict Roff-Marsh

    Additional SFX from Freesound.org



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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Dune Minute Podcast crossover – Dune: Part Two, minute 62: Mother Jessica

    Dune Minute Podcast crossover – Dune: Part Two, minute 62: Mother Jessica
    Jun 28 2025

    Elysia drops an update about the Dune book breakdown series: watch the feed this Monday!

    And in the meantime, enjoy this episode from Elysia's appearances on The Dune Minute Podcast this week, checking in on a pregnant Lady Jessica (Rebecca Fergusson) and her very chatty fetus.

    Find the rest of Elysia's appearances (minutes 61–65) and the rest of Zach and John's very in-depth coverage of both of Denis Villeneuve's Dune films (plus lore from the Dune Encyclopedia) in The Dune Minute Podcast feed – found here (or wherever you listen to podcasts): https://open.spotify.com/show/2NuoK7kt1XLpmRX1BIM4Dt



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    36 mins
  • Oscars Bonus – How to win the prediction contests (Lorehounds crossover)

    Oscars Bonus – How to win the prediction contests (Lorehounds crossover)
    Feb 18 2025
    A special preview of the non-Silo podcasting that has been (also) keeping Elysia busy this month: get an overview of the Lorehounds' 2025 Oscars prep series, already in full swing (see links below).This quick episode (a crossover from the Lorehounds feed with a new intro) lays out the basics: what to know about the ceremony on March 2, helpful tools, the scandals, fires, and other biggest stories of the season – setting the stage for a series designed for Oscar novices as well as geeks. Basically: I watched all 50 Oscars movies so that you don't have to, and now you can let me and a bunch of insider guests break it all down for you, from what you might want to watch yourself to what's most likely to win.The 97th Academy Awards airs Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 7 pm (on ABC in the US)Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats at DeathRaceTracking.comOscars 2025 by categoryOscars 2025 overivew (mini-episode)Animated Features & Shorts + Oscar campaigningOriginal Scores & Songs (Nevermind the Oscars Music)Documentary Features & Shorts + BAFTAs updatesStill to comeLive-Action Shorts + the Emotion MixerWriting & International AwardsBlockbuster (Tech) AwardsActing & Directing AwardsBest Picture NomineesDeep dives into 2025 Oscar nomineesThe Emilia Pérez controversyWickedConclaveDune: Part TwoNosferatuAlien: RomulusKingdom of the Planet of the ApesRevisit last year's Oscar seriesOscars 2024 OverviewBest Picture Nominees, Acting, Directing, WritingAnimated, International, Documentary, Shorts"Below the Line" (Tech) CategoriesPost-Ceremony Wrap-UpContact UsQuestions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to lorehounds@thelorehounds.com.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateslinktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    34 mins
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