Wool-Shift-Dust does Dune
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? * 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. Bluesky: @elysiacb & @lukemiddup And Discord: https://discord.gg/8CeM9crU Email us: WoolShiftDustPodcast@gmail.com Join the Wool-Shift-Dust Book Cub: Supercast (preferred): https://woolshiftdustbookclub.supercast.com/ Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/WoolShiftDust/ Silo season passes: https://siloseasonpasses.supercast.com/ Published by The Lorehounds. (c) Elysia Brenner 2023-2025
Episodes
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...
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 Dun...
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 sta...
Luke is back from battle to debrief with Elysia on the end of season 2 and all their expectations for season 3 – plus what they'll be up to in the meanwhile! With, of course, lots of help from the community, and some truly wild theories.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book elements that have not yet appeared on screen.
Join t...
While Elysia and Luke put together the season 2 Silo wrap-up, enjoy some extra insight into the season – straight from the writer's room! Silo TV writer and co-executive producer Sal Calleros answers some of the most recurring questions from the podcast, while also offering a glimpse at the show's overall writing process and things you might not realize about writing for TV.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and a...
While Luke recovers from an injury, John from the Lorehounds joins Elysia to break down "Into the Fire," the season 2 finale of Silo on Apple TV+. Between recaps of the details you might have missed, we talk Lukas Quest, deliberate any deaths, and measure the Foxiness of Knox's moxie.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book ...
David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2.
But first Elysia pops in for a quick Silo coverage update.
IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Wool-Shift-Dust, Lorehounds, or Properly Howard feeds.
Lorehounds contact info:
Elysia and Luke analyze everything from Lukas Quest and silo vacation spots to that final discussion between Knox and Martha, plus Solo's pooping habits, in the packed "The Safeguard" – season 2, episode 9 of Silo on Apple TV+.
Plus, Elysia's now free to tell you more about those kids from the books, in addition to a reading of how that version of the parenticides went down.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date...
Elysia and Luke have been collecting your thoughts and questions about not only the last three episodes of Silo season 2 (6 through 8) that aired through the holidays, but also all your insights into Charles Dickens and everything we covered in our A Christmas Carol series.
About that Martha twist...
Silo mailbag (with spoilers): 00:03:51
A Christmas Carol mailbag (no Silo spoilers): 01:18:01 – 01:45:22
Amundsen has "fond" memories with the Sims, Martha has even fonder ones with Carla, Lukas has taken a shower, and Juliette can't catch a break – there's much to analyze in "The Book of Quinn," episode 8 of season 2 of Silo on Apple TV+
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book elements that have not yet appeared on...
Elysia and Luke follow "The Dive" – episode 7 of season 2 of Silo – to the depths of the drama, and the set up for the final arcs of the season. We get into the nitty gritty of all the action in both silos – plus important questions like "who should survive" Luke's romantic coupling doomsaying, and what major and minor characters might play a key role in how the brewing unrest plays out.
Spoilers for all epis...
Elysia and Luke wrap up their 2024 winter holiday miniseries on A Christmas Carol with a look at seven adaptations that offer twists on the original tale, from meta storytelling (00:04:36), to gender-swapped Scrooges (00:43:02), to trippy musicals that have landed on the favorites end of our lists (01:37:20).
We'll be spoiling these films (see list below), but don't worry if you haven't watched any of them – we'll ma...
Elysia and Luke gather around the mics once more to continue their winter tale with this briefer interlude looking at one specific film – about Charles Dickens' life and writing A Christmas Carol.
We use that as a jumping-off point to discuss the real man: How much of the film's story is true? What else should you know about him? And, perhaps most importantly for this series... Did he actually invent Christmas? And if not, ...
After setting the stage in our intro and Book Club episodes, Elysia and Luke join the spirits in some of the most haunting classic adaptations of A Christmas Carol (see list of films covered below).
Join us for two more episodes, leading up to Christmas: the intermezzo – a brief look at the life of Dickens and creation of this book – and the verse – a collection of twists on the classic tale!
With "Barricades," episode 6 of season 2 of Silo, the twist Elysia has been waiting for has finally come – taking Luke by surprise! We talk about that, brewing tensions of multiple varieties, and all the small moments you might have missed. Plus, of course, a certain someone's suit-stealing ways.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers f...
Questions of shadows and allegiances take center stage in this round-up of community feedback focusing on especially episodes 4 and 5 of season 2 of Silo. Plus, a mini-dive into this series' excellent cinematography – particularly for episode 5!
Spoilers through S2-E5, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book elements that have not yet appeared on screen.
Not content to stick to Silo content alone this holiday season, Elysia and Luke are exploring the many iterations of perhaps the greatest Christmas tale ever told: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.
In this quick episode we get into how we came to this topic, and what exactly we'll be covering (this year).
2023 holiday special: The It's a Wonderful Life / Knife multiverse
A Christmas Carol 2024 miniseries – films co...
Luke and Elysia strap into Porter Dispatch's powered winch of their "Descent" into the depths of Silo S2 episode 5. We paused and wrote down all the details you might've missed, so that you don't have you – now sit back and let us tell you a tale of two silos.
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book elements that hav...
Elysia and Luke mourn, celebrate, and analyze the shocking twists and turns of Apple TV+'s Silo season 2, episode 4: "The Harmonium." What key clues were dropped while you were probably still reeling from these events, and what does this dramatic change in the status quo mean for the future?
Spoilers for all episodes aired to date, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for an...
The Bernard and Mary Meadows theories go wild on the eve of ep 4!
And Elysia and Luke are back with reactions from the community to season 2 of Silo on Apple TV+, through episode 3. We get into questions, corrections, couple names, and plenty of clarifications – with more Silo Pez lore to boot.
Spoilers through S2-E3, and any book elements related to what has already been aired.
No spoilers for any book elements that have not yet ...
Popular Podcasts
United States of Kennedy is a podcast about our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty. Every week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris go into one aspect of the Kennedy story.
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.