Episodes

  • Dune Part 2 | Rewatch
    Nov 12 2024

    Join the SOCIETY as they once again enter Frank Herbert's Dune Universe to review Dune Part Two in preparation for the upcoming TV series Dune Prophecy. Carlos and Calvin discuss the intense battle for Arrakis, the role of the Bene Gesserit, and the complexities of Paul Atreides' identity. The duo shares their favorite scenes, highlighting character development and cinematic techniques, and concludes with predictions for the upcoming Dune Prophecy series.


    SPOILERS: this episode has spoilers for the movies Dune Part One and Dune Part Two, in addition to Frank Herbert's Dune Novel.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Dune Part 1 | Rewatch
    Nov 5 2024

    Join the SOCIETY as they enter Frank Herbert's Dune universe: a sci-fi world of prophecy, political intrigue, and religious manipulation. Carlos and Calvin review Denis Villeneuve's Dune Part One, and discuss the millennia-long eugenics project of the Bene Gesserit, the reclusive nature of the Space Guild, and what could have been if the emperor wasn't so jealous.


    SPOILERS: this episode has spoilers for the movies DUNE Part One and Frank Herbert’s Dune novel.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Rings of Power S2 | Discussion: Do Orcs Have Souls?
    Oct 15 2024

    In this episode of Epic Saga Society, Calvin and Carlos review Season 2 of The Rings of Power. They share their overall thoughts on the season, discuss their favorite scenes, and explore surprising elements of the season. They attempt to tackle the philosophical question of whether orcs have souls, drawing on lore from Tolkien's works to analyze the nature of orcs, their origins, and their ultimate fates.

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    51 mins
  • Mini-Episode | A Tribute to Two All-Time Favorites
    Oct 14 2024

    On this bonus episode of the Epic Saga Society, Carlos and Calvin pay their respects to James Earl Jones and Maggie Smith, and discuss their impact on Star Wars and Harry Potter universes, respectively.

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    17 mins
  • Rings of Power S2 | "Shadow and Flame"
    Oct 8 2024

    In this episode, Carlos and Calvin politely discuss the final episode of Rings of Power Season 2, even though they're on opposite sides of the Miriel/Pharazon debate. They provide context for the Balrogs, continue their exploration of the Annatar and Celebrimbor relationship, and wonder why Sauron is so obsessed with Galadriel. After a bad interaction with the Palantir, they reflect on the season as a whole and predictions for the show going forward. Hopefully, they'll figure out one day if Orcs really do have souls.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Rings of Power S2 | "Doomed to Die"
    Oct 1 2024

    In this episode, Carlos and Calvin delve into the penultimate episode of Rings of Power Season 2, exploring the intricate dynamics between Celebrimbor and Annatar, the dark nature of Sauron, and the intense battles for Eregion. They reflect on the portrayal of elves and orcs in the series, while also discussing the fate of key characters and the implications of Sauron's manipulation.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Rings of Power S2 | "Where is He?"
    Sep 24 2024

    In this episode of Epic Saga Society, Carlos and Calvin delve into of Rings of Power Season 2, Episode 6. They explore the manipulation of Celebrimbor by Sauron, the political dynamics in Numenor, and the implications of Adar's alliance with Galadriel.

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    54 mins
  • Rings of Power S2 | "Halls of Stone"
    Sep 24 2024

    In this episode, Carlos and Calvin discuss episode 5 of Rings of Power S2. They discuss the Dwarven Rings of Power, exploring their significance and the corruption they bring. They also discuss the political intrigue in Numenor, the concept of the unseen world, and Sauron's manipulative tactics. The episode concludes with a reflection on the emotional weight of Valandil's death and the overall impact of the episode.

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    56 mins