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David and John watch the doctors take each other to task in a contentious episode of The Pitt. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elysia is joined by Brandon from ShortStick blog and podcast for a look at the five nominees for each of the three short-film Oscar categories: Animated Shorts (00:08:29), Documentary Shorts (00:29:07), and Live-Action Shorts (00:54:48). They lay out what each short film is, what makes it stand out, and where you can see them (when possible), as they discuss how short films works differently from feature films and the more difficult path to nomination, and also call out other top shorts from this awards season that they think Lorehounds listeners will also love. Find Brandon at: Shortstick Films blog & podcast (on Spotify) ShortStick's Top 75 Short Films of 2025 Nominated Shorts: Animated Shorts Butterfly – trailer, info, full film*Forevergreen – trailer, info, full film*The Girl Who Cried Pearls – trailer, info, full film* (in French), full film* (English dub)Retirement Plan – trailer, infoThe Three Sisters – trailer, info Other shorts mentioned: Snow Bear (full film*), Playing God, The Night Boots, Hurikán, The Shyness of Trees (full film*), Autokar (to rent*), Two Ships, Ovary-Acting (previous film: Night of the Living Dread; full film) Note: All nominated (and shortlisted) animated films are available on Animation Showcase, available to (free) members of DeathRaceTracking.com Documentary Shorts All the Empty Rooms – trailer, info (Netflix)Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud – trailer, info (HBO Max)Children No More: Were and Are Gone – trailer, infoThe Devil Is Busy – trailer, info (HBO Max)  Perfectly a Strangeness – trailer, info Other shorts mentioned: Bad Hostage, All the Walls Came Down (LA Times Docs), Classroom 4 (PBS, US only), We Were the Scenery (on FestivalScope until Feb 22), Neil Armstrong and the Langholmites, Shanti Rides Shotgun (Vimeo) Confession Live-Action Shorts Butcher's Stain – trailer, infoA Friend of Dorothy – trailer, info (Disney+)Jane Austen's Period Drama – trailer, info, available on Kanopy* or in SwedenThe Singers – trailer, info (Netflix, from Feb 13)Two People Exchanging Saliva – trailer, info, full film* Other shorts mentioned: Beyond Silence, Dad’s Not Home, Extremist (full film*), The Pearl Comb (Disney+), Pantyhose, Blondi, Wonderwall, One Day This Kid (Criterion), A Bear Remembers, Nervous Energy, The Second Time Around  *Watch quickly! May be taken offline without warning. The 98th Academy Awards will air Sunday, March 15, 2025 at 7 pm ET (on ABC/Hulu in the US) – where it's aired around the world (last year's link) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats and access to the animated shorts via DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2026 coverage Nominations + Best Picture preview Live-Action, Animated, & Documentary Shorts (this episode) Production Design, Costumes, Makeup & Hair International Features Documentary Features Animated Features Score & Original Song Cinematography, Editing, Sound, VFX Director, Original & Adapted Screenplay Lead & Supporting Actor & Actress, Casting Ceremony reactions + Best Picture rankings Deep dives into 2026 Oscar nominees Sinners One Battle After Another – pt. 1, pt. 2, pt. 3 Frankenstein Weapons Shorts: “Two People Exchanging Saliva,” “Jane Austen’s Period Drama,” “The Singers,” “Retirement Plan,” and “The Girl Who Cried Pearls” For subscribers: Leiden IFF – WhachaWachin (Sentimental Value, If I Had Legs I Would Kick You, and Arco) Additional awards coverage BAFTA longlisted shorts Independent Spirit Awards preview BAFTAs preview Revisit Oscars 2024 & 2025: links in these show notes Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected]. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David, Jean, and Elysia discuss the first four episodes of Marvel's Wonder Man, exploring the show's unique approach to superhero storytelling through the lens of Hollywood industry satire. The conversation examines how the series balances meta-commentary on franchise fatigue with genuine character development, questioning whether its self-aware critique of Marvel's own practices serves the narrative or undermines it. They also analyze the show's tonal shifts, standout performances, and whether Wonder Man successfully carves out its own identity within the increasingly crowded MCU landscape. Episode Discussion Time Codes: Ep 1 - 00:32:10Ep 2 - 01:00:30Ep 3 - 01:18:26Ep 4 - 01:37:50 Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John, Elysia, and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the third episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They talk about the Dunk & Egg relationship, the implications of book changes, and the tough spot Dunk has found himself in. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Book-reader Marilyn and show-and-movies-only Elysia and Jean gather to tell Rick Riordan's stories of the gods and their children in their deep dive into the seas of seasons 1 and 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+. After some background and spoiler-free thoughts on the series overall, they talk through the major character arcs across both seasons, comparing the show to the books and films and questioning what role they would play in this world. (Note: There are NO future spoilers, beyond the two seasons aired.) Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected]. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John try to put a finger in - I mean on - what makes the Pitt special. They discuss the flirtatious doctors, the mistakes of students, and the show's approach to real-world issues. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elysia talks to practical VFX artist Lee Romaire about everything he's learned from a 25-year career covering everything from Emmy-winning special-effects makeup and Frankenstein animal gore to Disney park animatronics and robotic red-carpet accessories. Links from the discussion: Romaire Studios websiteKeke Palmer interviews Frank Ocean & the animatronic babySocks recreates the Five Nights at Freddy's experienceCajun Christmas reingators Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected]. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John, Elysia, and Steve from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the second episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They talk about lances of all kind, tugs of war, and the meaning of being a knight. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and Elysia officially kick of this year's awards-season coverage with their reactions to the 2026 Oscar nominees, including all the new records set by this year's crop. After talking through the headlines (00:11:40), they preview this year's 10 Best Picture nominees (00:30:30) before discussing the biggest surprises and snubs (01:29:19) and the four acting categories (01:49:33). Stick around until the end for a preview of the rest of the coverage plans. The 98th Academy Awards will air Sunday, March 15, 2025 at 7 pm ET (on ABC/Hulu in the US) – where it's aired around the world (last year's link) Check how many Oscar nominees you've seen at OscarsDeathRace.com – or with extended stats and access to the animated shorts via DeathRaceTracking.com Oscars 2026 coverage Nominations + Best Picture preview (this episode) Live-Action, Animated, & Documentary Shorts Production Design, Costumes, Makeup & Hair International Features Animated Features Documentary Features Score & Original Song Cinematography, Editing, Sound, VFX Lead & Supporting Actor & Actress, Casting Director, Original & Adapted Screenplay Ceremony reactions + Best Picture rankings Deep dives into 2026 Oscar nominees Sinners One Battle After Another – pt. 1, pt. 2, pt. 3 Frankenstein Weapons Shorts: “Two People Exchanging Saliva,” “Jane Austen’s Period Drama,” “The Singers,” “Retirement Plan,” and “The Girl Who Cried Pearls” For subscribers: Leiden IFF – WhachaWachin (Sentimental Value, If I Had Legs I Would Kick You, and Arco) Additional awards coverage BAFTA longlisted shorts Independent Spirit Awards preview BAFTAs preview Revisit Oscars 2024 & 2025: links in these show notes Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected]. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John buckle up for the beginning of the action in this episode of The Pitt. They discuss fireworks and PTSD, fatherhood, and bedside manner. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Captain’s Pod: Warp 9! Star Trek Starfleet Academy: Kids These Days S1E1  Join Ian and Deneé as they invade the Lorehounds feed and provide a warp speed recap of the latest episode of Starfleet Academy!  00:1:10 - Spoiler free thoughts 00:02:51 - Spoiler thoughts Find Captain’s Pod: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/captains-pod-a-star-trek-companion/id1594652949 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71L5tu5ALuMq0PFMy1Q6TH?si=838316a20a0d4e06 For early and ad-free access to the show PLUS other perks: Join the Tea-Flingers at the Ian and Deneé Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/iananddenee Connect with us! Email: [email protected] Discord: https://discord.gg/cm4nxyKd2S Lorehounds and Prosper! Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John, Elysia, and Anthony from Properly Howard Movie Review recap the premiere of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They discuss the drama and the moisture surrounding the most earnest man in Westeros. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates: linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jean and Elysia convene to assess the states of both the MCU and DCU going into 2026, pitting them head-to-head across 4 categories. What upcoming projects get them (and you) most excited, and when the votes are tallied, which franchise will they crown the current winner? Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Questions, comments, thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John settle in for a pretty hilarious episode of The Pitt. They discuss the growing tension between the attending doctors, the character arcs they expect to see, and the level of medical gore in the show. Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The awards season is also heating up in Europe, with Round Two of BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) voting underway. With the longlists announced, Elysia takes you on a tour of the 16 short films longlisted in two categories – what makes each special, which can you find where to watch yourself, which might you have already seen, and which short has turned up in a Lorehounds episode again, for the third time? Previous episode: 2026 Oscar-Qualified Shorts – Top 20 for Lorehounds Films discussed this episode: British Short Animation Brain Space – trailer – infoCardboard – trailer – infoDeath’s Peak – trailer – infoOvary-Acting – trailer – infoSolstice – trailer – info – making ofTwo Black Boys in Paradise – trailer – info – making of British Short Film Documentaries: Neil Armstrong and the Langholmites – trailer & infoThis Is Endometriosis – trailer – info – full film*Welcome Home Freckles – trailer – info Fiction: 22+1 – trailer – info – full film*Blondi – trailer – infoMagid / Zafar – trailer – info – full film*Nostalgie – trailer – infoThe Pearl Comb – trailer – info – available on Disney+Terence – Letterboxd – Shortverse infoWonderwall – clip – Letterboxd – interview (spoilers) *May be taken down (e.g., if nominated). Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Or, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/contact OR record a note on your smartphone and email it to us at the same address. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates https://linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any 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/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy