DuneCast

Greetings, travelers of space and time! Know then that this is the #1 Dune podcast in the Known Universe, examining all things from the world of Frank Herbert’s legendary universe, including the classic books, groundbreaking movies, TV miniseries, tabletop and video games, documentaries, ongoing novels by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson, and much, much more. Whether this is your first foray into the saga or you are returning like a Duncan Idaho ghola, join us for a show beyond your dreams and a podcast beyond your imagination. The ultimate Dune podcast is hosted by avid science fiction fans and podcasters Joe Tavano and Rod Johnson, and is part of the RetroZap Podcast Network. We endeavor to create the most detailed and insightful examinations of every piece of the Dune Universe, and connect with other fans in the process to create a positive and active community.

Dune Part Two (2024): Pop Culture Reactions 03/13/2024

Dune Part Two (2024): Pop Culture Reactions Dune has hit the mainstream! On this episode of the DuneCast, we cover even more of this monumental film and look at the worldwide reaction to this worldwide phenomenon. So grab your sandworm popcorn buckets and let's get down to business! Wait, that's not right. Anyways, the DuneCast starts now. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/30355488

Dune Part Two (2024) Review 03/06/2024

Dune Part Two (2024) Review We will show you the way! Dune Part 2 is here, and DuneCast hosts Joe and Rod have a LOT of thoughts on this masterpiece of a film. It's a whole new era for the #1 Dune podcast in the known universe! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/30249003

Dune Part One (2021) Commentary 01/23/2022

Dune Part One (2021) Commentary To coincide with the home media release of Dune: Part One, enjoy this commentary track! Whether you listen along to the film or enjoy it as a standalone podcast, you're going to get insight, perspectives, and laughs that you can only get on the #1 Dune podcast! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/21864872

Movie Update 06: Dune Part One (2021) First Reactions 10/27/2021

Movie Update 06: Dune Part One (2021) First Reactions Dune is out and we have a LOT to talk about! Rod and Joe give their first impressions, reactions, thoughts and more as we start the first of many conversations about this remarkable film! This is just the beginning! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/20952983

Movie Update 05: An Exclusive Look at Dune 07/28/2021

Movie Update 05: An Exclusive Look at Dune We have seen it, and it is good. Rod and Joe head back to IMAX theaters for one of the greatest nights ever for Dune fans, including roughly 20 minutes of the new film's footage and the world premiere of the trailer! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/19952492

Movie Update 04: Dune Comes to HBO Max 12/29/2020

Movie Update 04: Dune Comes to HBO Max We are joined by Marcus from Dune News Net to discuss the industry-shattering news that Dune will be released on HBO Max simultaneously with its theater release. What does this mean for Dune? Is it good? It is bad? There is plenty to discuss, so let's get to it! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/17354072

Movie Update 03: Dune Film Trailer 09/10/2020

Movie Update 03: Dune Film Trailer In a year of disease, fire, death, and darkness, we cling to the good things that much tighter. It's no surprised then that the much-anticipated trailer for Denis Villeneuve's Dune broke Twitter and became the #1 trending video on YouTube when it dropped on September 9, 2020. And by the looks of it, this film is going to live up to ALL the hype and more! Join Joe and Rod as they go back to the future for the most in-depth analysis of this trailer possible. with shot-by-shot breakdowns and analysis. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/15956600

Movie Update 02: Dune: The Sisterhood 07/19/2019

Movie Update 02: Dune: The Sisterhood The Dune franchise has never been more alive and active, and with so much going on, this is no longer just a movie update--it's a Franchise update! Listen here for our thoughts on Dune: The Sisterhood, the upcoming 2020 film, new video games, new tabletop games, and even a secret project yet to be announced. Will news be coming out of San Diego Comic Con 2019? We will be keeping out eyes peeled on this, your #1 Dune podcast in the Known Universe, the DuneCast! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/10584923

Movie Update 01: First Details Announced 02/27/2019

Movie Update 01: First Details Announced 11202020: It's not a future year, and it's not a code—it's the date of the new adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune (Part One)! Needless to say, Joe and Rod are very excited about this production, and this is the first download of many to come as we track the news and production as it unfolds! Plus, we also discuss the concept of "fannibalism," and why we all must not fear. If it is by will alone you set your mind in motion, then you've found the right place for all things Dune! This is the DuneCast. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/8800922

Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 2 02/26/2019

Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 2 The end of The Golden Path is here, and with it, the biggest cliffhanger in science fiction. Joe and Rodney dig deep into the second half of this book, with an analysis of the novel that goes further than anything previously published, and uncover many theories you may have not heard before. Enjoy part two of our look at Chapterhouse: Dune and thank you for your support of the DuneCast, the #1 Dune podcast in the known universe! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/18684770

Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 1 02/25/2019

Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 1 DuneCast has finally arrived at the final book by Frank Herbert: Chapterhouse: Dune, and we are ready to dig into this exciting, fascinating and, yes, controversial novel. From a look back at the book's reception in its time, to theories on some of the mysteries of the book, to a deep dissection of the plot, characters, and events, we're going further than even The Tyrant could have imagined. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/9739082

Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 2 02/17/2019

Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 2 This is it! An episode years in the making...perhaps the most conclusive and thorough look at Frank Herbert's fifth Dune novel, Heretics of Dune! Why is this novel so complex? What is transpiring that makes this novel unique? Why do your hosts feel this is the most underrated Dune novel? All this and much more coming up on this epic episode of the DuneCast! Look for new episodes on the upcoming Dune production, as well as new episodes on Chapterhouse: Dune very soon! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/8673959

Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 1 09/06/2018

Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 1 We're back in a big way, and so is the Dune franchise! Listen now for much more on this podcast, Dune news and the start of our discussion on an amazing but often ignored chapter of the Dune universe, Heretics of Dune. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/7012598

God Emperor of Dune (1981) 02/10/2017

God Emperor of Dune (1981) The God Emperor has arrived! After what seems like 3,500 years, Rod and Joe return to discuss one of the strangest, singularly genius works of speculative fiction, God Emperor of Dune. Also, the Duniverse has awakened! We discuss all the news happening in the Dune cinematic universe and the implications of the franchise coming back to life in a way never seen before! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/5071832

Children of Dune (1976) Part 2 08/26/2016

Children of Dune (1976) Part 2 Our Children of Dune discussion continues in this special, jam-packed episode, where we thoroughly get into the plot, themes, motives and writing mechanics that went into this brilliant novel. We come to an interesting conclusion concerning Frank Herbert and his vision for the future of the series, and then discuss Leto II and the improbable, unbelievable ending of this book. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/4619151

Children of Dune (1976) Part 1 08/20/2016

Children of Dune (1976) Part 1 Children of Dune is a monumental work of science fiction - so much so that after two hours we had only covered the first part of Frank Herbert's masterpiece! In this episode, Joe and Rod get into the motives and the implications within Children of Dune, and start to set up the phenomenal events to come in this story. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/4606006

Dune Messiah (1969) 07/06/2016

Dune Messiah (1969) 1969 was the summer of love, but on the planet Arrakis, more commonly known as Dune, Emperor Paul Atreides reign was coming to an end. Join Joe and Rod as they tear apart Frank Herbert's shortest Dune novel, but perhaps also the most important to the greater Dune saga. Dune Messiah is an achievement of science fiction, of world-building, and of escaping the norms for a road less traveled and a story more creative. This is the Dune Cast. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/4494803

Dune (1965) 06/04/2016

Dune (1965) Distrans message incoming from planet Arrakis: It's here! DuneCast officially begins with our look at the greatest science fiction novel of all time, Dune. From insightful articles, to thought-provoking analysis, to general reactions and fan speculation, Joe and Rod cover as much as they possibly can before passing out from exhaustion! So strap yourselves in, Landsraad--it's time for the DuneCast! /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/4418718

An Introduction to Dune 04/28/2016

An Introduction to Dune Greetings, travelers of space and time, to the premiere episode of the DuneCast! Know then that this is your home for Dune in podcasting, and will be a series examining all things from the world of Frank Herbert's legendary Dune universe. Whether this is your first foray into the Dune universe or you are returning like a Duncan Idaho ghola, join us for a show beyond your dream and a podcast beyond your imagination. /episode/index/show/dunecast/id/4329279

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