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On this episode we discuss the cancellation of The Boroughs, created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews who of course created Age of Resistance.  Sydnni also shares a magical encounter with puppeteer, performer and Vice-President of Development and Production for Jim Henson Company John Tartaglia. The conversation then turns to recently licensed Dark Crystal merchandise from ZOX and bring up the recent merchandise misgivings and much more! Shownotes Zox https://zox.co/collections/dark-crystal-collection Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

Note: This episode was recorded before the cancellation announcement for The Boroughs. In this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni return to talk all things The Dark Crystal, reflecting on the enduring patience of the fandom, and why Age of Resistance may have arrived just before its perfect cultural moment. They discuss how the world of The Dark Crystal continues to find new audiences, the legacy of Will Matthews and Jeffrey Addiss, and their latest Netflix series The Boroughs. The conversation also explores recent Dark Crystal merchandise, questions around officially licensed apparel, the Chamberlain mask from Bit Bot Media, and the wider resurgence of fantasy and sci-fi puppetry in films like Project Hail Mary and Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Plus, Phil and Sydnni share their continuing hopes for the future of the franchise and why now might be the perfect time for The Dark Crystal to make the world in its light once more. Shownotes Bull Airs: The Dark Crystal Collection https://www.bullairs.com/thedarkcrystal Bit Bot Media: The Dark Crystal Collection https://www.bitbotmedia.com/pages/the-dark-crystal Bit Bot Media: The Chamberlain Skeksis Latex Mask & Print https://www.bitbotmedia.com/products/the-dark-crystal-the-chamberlain-latex-mask-print Oktober Studios https://oktoberstudios.com/ The Dark Crystal masks by Don Post Studios https://muppet.fandom.com/wiki/The_Dark_Crystal_masks_(Don_Post) Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

This interview contains SPOILERS for The Boroughs! Sydnni welcomes back writers and showrunners Will Matthews and Jeffrey Addiss to discuss their brand new Netflix series The Boroughs. In this conversation, Will and Jeffrey talk about how their work on The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance helped lead to their collaboration with the Duffer Brothers, the origins of The Boroughs, and the process of creating an original sci-fi adventure about aging, time, monsters, memory, and found family. They also dive into building the show’s “Gray Rebellion,” writing older characters as heroes rather than punchlines, the real world inspirations behind the retirement community, working with an incredible ensemble cast, their cameo in the series, and the production’s sustainability efforts. The Boroughs is out now on Netflix. Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

Phil and Sydnni are back with a Dark Crystal catch-up full of exciting news. In this episode, they celebrate the award-winning expanded The Dark Crystal soundtrack from La-La Land Records, revisit why Trevor Jones’ score remains such an essential part of the film’s magic, and reflect on their earlier conversation with Tim Greiving. They also discuss Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company, the major exhibition heading to Brisbane’s QAGOMA, and share their excitement about what fans might discover there. To close, they spotlight The Boroughs, the upcoming Netflix series from The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, and take a moment to celebrate the wider creative family behind one of their favourite fantasy worlds. Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

In this episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, Phil and Sydnni return for a brand new year and welcome a very special guest Paul Alexander Butler from Games and Stuff. Paul joins us to tell the incredible story of how he unexpectedly became the owner of the screen-used Crystal of Truth from The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance after Julien’s Auction. From bidding drama and surprise emails to shipping a seven-foot prop like a priceless artifact, this is a true collector’s quest, and a win for the entire Dark Crystal community. We also talk about fandom, storytelling spaces, tabletop gaming culture, and why it matters that this legendary prop will be displayed publicly for fans to experience. Shownotes Games and Stuff - https://www.gamesandstuffonline.com/  ICV2 article - https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/61212/games-stuff-acquires-the-dark-crystal-prop Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

This episode, hosts Phil and Sydnni return to the Dreamspace to dive into a spirited discussion just in time for the spooky season — could The Dark Crystal actually be considered a Halloween movie? With Fathom Events bringing Jim Henson’s fantasy classic back to theatres in October, the hosts explore the film’s darker tones, eerie atmosphere, and the haunting beauty that makes it a perfect addition to any Halloween watchlist. From mysterious trailers that once scared theater audiences in 1982, to the film’s near-Christmas release and its potential as both a Halloween and Christmas classic, Phil and Sydnni unpack the uncanny magic that makes The Dark Crystal timeless. Along the way, they share updates from the wider Henson world and reflect on how the changing seasons — both in life and in Thra — always bring new reasons to return to The Dark Crystal. Shownotes The Dark Crystal with Fathom Entertainment https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/the-dark-crystal-2025/ The Labyrinth Experience https://www.labyrinth-experience.com/ Juliens Auctions https://www.juliensauctions.com/en/auctions/the-jim-henson-company-70th-anniversary-auction Labyrinth Experience Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

On this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni return for a deep dive into The Heretic and The Wanderer, a four-part Dark Crystal comic story from the Jim Henson Presents anthology. Join them as they explore the long-awaited reunion of SkekGra and UrGoh as we unpack both the lore and the emotional weight behind the characters’ journeys. The hosts reflect on how the story builds on themes from Age of Resistance, and examine the comic’s visual style, narrative decisions, and connection to the broader Dark Crystal mythos. Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

On this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni reunite to discuss the recent explosion of Dark Crystal merchandise and—most thrilling of all—the new stories emerging from the Jim Henson Presents comic series with their main focus on At The End of All Things. Main Highlights: 🎉 Catching up on Dark Crystal happenings since April 💍 Discussion on the stunning new Skeksis & Mystic ring by Licensed to Charm 💜 Sydnni’s love for amethyst and the design inspirations behind the jewelry 🛍️ The ever-growing line of merch: from fragrance and coffee and much more. 📚 A deep dive into “At the End of All Things”, the new comic story featuring Tavra and Onica 🔮 Dreamfasting, lore alignment with the YA novels, and speculation on Age of Resistance’s future. 🔗 Links & Mentions: Licensed to Charm – Official Jewelry Jim Henson Company Official Shop Dark Crystal Comics via BOOM! Studios 📬 Connect with Us: 📧 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @darkcrystalpodcast 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcrystalpodcast

Phil and Sydnni return to celebrate an exciting wave of Dark Crystal goodness! From the stunning expanded soundtrack release to an explosion of new merch (plushies and glow-in-the-dark joggers to name a few). They chat: Highlights from their interview with Tim Greiving on the remastered soundtrack Amazing apparel from Cavity Colors, Fun.com, and Shop.Henson.com Hype for upcoming Jim Henson Presents featuring Tavra and Onica #Tavronica A surprise encounter with Mike Quinn in Australia from Phil and much more... Shownotes The Dark Crystal 3CD Limited Edition Cavity Colors Fun.com Shop.Henson.com Jade City Foods Weta Workshop Devon Draws Comicbook.com Gizmodo Truffle Shuffle Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

In this special episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, hosts Phil and Sydnni are joined by music journalist and self-described “film music evangelist” Tim Greiving. Dive deep into the story behind the surprise release of 2025 on The Dark Crystal: Expanded Motion Picture Soundtrack, a project that was years in the making. Tim shares the surprising origins of how the project began and along the way, Tim reflects on his passion for film scores, collaborations with the Jim Henson Company, and the twists and turns that nearly kept this definitive soundtrack from ever seeing the light of day. Also Tim reveals more details about the Jen and Kira's love theme song that was hinted from the liner notes.  Shownotes Tim Greiving https://timgreiving.com/ The Dark Crystal: Expanded Limited Edition (3 CD Set) https://lalalandrecords.com/the-dark-crystal-expanded-limited-edition-3-cd-set/ John Williams: A Composers Life - September 2025 by Tim Greiving https://www.amazon.com/John-Williams-Composers-Tim-Greiving/dp/0197620884/ Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

Join us for a special episode of Dream Space: A Dark Crystal Podcast as we dive into the magic of The Great Conjunction—the ultimate Dark Crystal fan convention! Host Phil is joined by guests Lily, Jessica, Joe and Toby Philpott, sharing their unforgettable experiences from the event. From behind-the-scenes stories, meeting legendary creators, and witnessing the love for The Dark Crystal franchise in full force, this episode is a heartfelt look at what makes the fandom so special. Hear firsthand accounts of the convention’s highlights, including incredible encounters with The Dark Crystal community, the thrill of experiencing the convention as both fans and industry contributors, and the lasting impact of this growing event. Plus, listeners share their own stories of what made The Great Conjunction so memorable. If you were at the event or just want to relive the excitement, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Stay tuned for more Dream Space, and don’t forget to reach out to us at [email protected] to share your own convention memories. Shownotes Joe Parmenter www.instagram.com/the_heretic_and_the_wanderer Toby Philpott www.instagram.com/toby.ph Jessica Jelks www.fancifulquill.com Lily Rose www.instagram.com/odd_person4  The Great Con-Junction www.thegreatconjunction.com  The Labyrinth Experience https://www.labyrinth-experience.com/ Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast X – www.x.com/darkcrystalpod Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast

On this episode, Phil covers the latest updates in The Dark Crystal, including the highly anticipated expanded limited edition soundtrack from La-La Land Records, featuring never-before-heard compositions from Trevor Jones. He also talks about the upcoming The Great Conjunction, detailing its exciting panels, guest appearances, and suggests a recommended tip as well. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the world of Thra, Dreamspace is your gateway to the stories, music, and magic that make The Dark Crystal timeless. 🎧 Subscribe now and follow us on social media for more updates! Shownotes The Great Con-Junction www.thegreatconjunction.com  The Dark Crystal: Expanded Limited Edition CD https://lalalandrecords.com/the-dark-crystal-expanded-limited-edition-3-cd-set/ Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast X – www.x.com/darkcrystalpod Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast #DarkCrystalPodcast #DreamspacePodcast #TheDarkCrystal #DarkCrystal #Fantasy #AgeOfResistance #JimHenson #FantasyPodcast #Dreamspace #TrevorJones #OST #LalalandRecords

In this first episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, your hosts Phil and Sydnni guide you into the spirit realm of Thra as they unveil a fresh chapter in their podcasting journey. Reflecting on the evolution from Trial By Stone to Dreamspace, they share the inspiration behind the name change, their passion for the mystical world of The Dark Crystal, and their vision for fostering a community of dreamers united by love for this iconic franchise. The episode delves into the highly anticipated Jim Henson Presents comic series, exploring the first issue’s story featuring The Heretic and The Wanderer. Phil and Sydnni discuss its themes, character arcs, and connections to the lore of Thra, while theorizing about what’s to come in future issues. Listeners are also treated to a preview of the upcoming The Great Con-Junction event at Elstree Studios, where fans will gather to celebrate The Dark Crystal. Phil shares his exciting news about attending the convention, while reflecting on the significance of this final gathering for fans of the beloved series. Join the conversation as Phil and Sydney encourage fans to share their thoughts on the new comic, their hopes for the future of The Dark Crystal, and their dreams for this ever-evolving fantasy universe. Shownotes The Great Con-Junction www.thegreatconjunction.com  Surviving Black Saturday - Philip's documentary in 2009 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSNKFwaYp8s Resources for LA. fires These local organizations are collecting resources for LA residents affected by the fires. All Power Books @allpowerbooks The volunteer bookstore is open and acting as a drop-off and pickup site for donations. It's Bigger Than Us @itsbiggerthanus_ This nonprofit is turning its headquarters into a distribution hub that will deliver water to various locations. Milo's Sanctuary @milos_sanctuary The animal nonprofit is boarding small and large animals and their human companions. LA Times "How to help those affected by fires raging across Los Angeles Country https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-01-08/how-to-help-victims-of-pacific-palisades-eaton-and-hurst-fires Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast X – www.x.com/darkcrystalpod Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast #DarkCrystalPodcast #DreamspacePodcast #TheDarkCrystal #DarkCrystal #Fantasy #AgeOfResistance #JimHenson #FantasyPodcast #Dreamspace #DarkCrystalComics

On this final episode of Trial By Stone: The Dark Crystal Podcast, Phil and Sydnni chat to Zay from Thames Con to chat about The Great Con-Junction in February 2025 and whats on offer during the weekend for the final Dark Crystal convention. We also chat about the 4K physical release of The Dark Crystal, Jade City Foods with series 2 of their hot sauces alongside with hot chocolates and coffee, Licensed to Charm with Dark Crystal line of jewelry, Boom Studios with Jim Henson Presents... and much more. Thanks everyone for listening to last 10 years of Trial By Stone. Shownotes Digital Bits Review of The Dark Crystal 4K From Shout Studios https://thedigitalbits.com/item/dark-crystal-limited-shout-2024-uhd The Great Conjunction www.thegreatconjunction.com  Dark Crystal Hot Sauces https://jadecityfoods.com/products/dark-crystal-hot-sauce-5-pack-series-2 Dark Crystal Hot Chocolates https://jadecityfoods.com/products/dark-crystal-hot-chocolate-3-pack Dark Crystal Coffee https://jadecityfoods.com/products/dark-crystal-coffee-2-pack

On this belated delayed episode of Trial By Stone (the episode was recorded early September, sorry), there was a lot of Dark Crystal to talk about recently including the following; Dark Crystal on Disney Plus / Hulu Dark Crystal Physical Release in November from Shout Studios Our Spicy takes on less of Dark Crystal presence from their social medias in general (more so before they announce the physical release of the film) We talk about physical media and the impacts it’s been having lately. Phil’s and Sydnni’s nostalgia trip through VHS and DVD era. The lack of more new special features for the 4K release of The Dark Crystal. Phil’s expectation of the sole only new bonus feature. The price point of The Dark Crystal on 4K. The Great Con-Junction coming back next year with tickets on sale. The likelihood of us being at the next Great Con-Junction. Talk about 5 years of Age of Resistance and how great it was around the release of the show. The impact of the shows cancellation had on us personally and what Phil's level of expectation is for a continuation of Age of Resistance. Shownotes The Dark Crystal on 4K at Shout! Factory - https://shoutfactory.com/collections/labyrinth-dark-crystal The Dark Crystal on 4K (Walmart Exclusive) - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Dark-Crystal-Walmart-Exclusive-Limited-Edition-Steelbook-4K-Ultra-HD-Blu-ray-Family-Shout-Factory/9175901487 The Great Con-Junction - www.thegreatconjunction.com  Contact Email – [email protected] Facebook – www.facebook.com/thedarkcrystalpodcast X – www.x.com/darkcrystalpod Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast