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March 15, 2024

Book Chani vs Movie Chani (ft Dr. Kara Kennedy)

Abu and Leo explore the life of Chani Kynes in the book, then discuss the controversial changes made to her character in the blockbuster films with special guest Dr. Kara Kennedy (aka DuneScholar ). This episode contains SPO…
March 8, 2024

Dune: Part Two Comprehensive Analysis and Review (Part 2)

Abu and Leo continue their breakdown of Dune: Part Two, scene-by-scene! They bring a comprehensive analysis of the blockbuster film and discuss the differences from the book lore, the issues they had with certain changes, an…
March 2, 2024

Dune: Part Two Comprehensive Analysis and Review (Part 1)

Abu and Leo break down Dune: Part Two scene-by-scene in their comprehensive analysis of the blockbuster film. They discuss the differences from the book lore, the issues they had with certain changes, and the things they abs…
March 1, 2024

New listeners start here!

Welcome to Gom Jabbar! Abu and Leo recommend you start your listening journey with one of these episodes: The Timeline of Dune (Part 1) [ Apple // Spotify ] Book Club: Dune (Part 1) [ Apple // Spotify ] Spice Melange [ Apple…
Feb. 26, 2024

Dune and LEGO with Oscar winner Patrice Vermette and LEGO designer Mike Psiaki

Abu and Leo are joined by LEGO Group Product Designer Mike Psiaki and Oscar Winning Production Designer , Patrice Vermette , to discuss the LEGO® Icons Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter and all things Dune. This episode is in …
Feb. 25, 2024

Dune: Part 2 Spoilercast

Abu and Leo saw Dune: Part 2 at a press screening and have collected themselves just enough to talk a bit about it! Listen if you've seen it too! This episode contains SPOILERS FOR DUNE: PART TWO . If you haven't seen the mo…
Feb. 23, 2024

Mailbag: The Perfect Dune Casting, Leto's Insights, and Other Memory

Abu and Leo once again pause their read-through of God Emperor of Dune to crack open your messages and answer your burning questions. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free epi…
Feb. 21, 2024

Dune: Part Two Review (No Spoilers)

Abu and Leo saw the movie! This episode contains NO SPOILERS for the film, as long as you've seen Dune: Part One and watched all the official trailers for Dune: Part Two. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a …
Feb. 16, 2024

An update on upcoming LEGO content

Abu and Leo have been working hard on an exciting brand partnership with LEGO, and need just a bit more time to finish up an exciting interview with the designer of the LEGO Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter and the Oscar-winn…
Feb. 9, 2024

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 16)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 39 and 40. They explore the new details we learn about Leto's existence, and unpack the profound transformation of Duncan Idaho. Rea…
Feb. 2, 2024

Dune Questions ft Quinn's Ideas

Abu and Leo are joined by the one and only Quinn from Quinn's Ideas ! They chat Dune Part Two predictions, the broader Dune Fandom and who from Dune would be the best YouTuber. This episode contains spoilers for Dune, Dune M…
Jan. 26, 2024

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 15)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 37 and 38. They examine Duncan's outdated ideas on homosexuality and break down Moneo's problematic responses. Read along with us by…
Jan. 19, 2024

State of the Imperium 2024

Abu and Leo spill the Caladanian beans about the team behind Gom Jabbar, the process of creating each episode, metrics, money and what's to come in 2024. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for Dune. Get ad-free episodes and b…
Jan. 12, 2024

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 14)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 35 and 36. They break down Hwi's definition of love and the master-servant relationship perpetuated by religious institutions. Read …
Dec. 29, 2023

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 13)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 33 and 34. They break down Leto's dense meeting with Siona Atreides. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book cl…
Dec. 15, 2023

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 12)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 31 and 32. They explore Leto's ideas on aristocrats and return to the topic of Words. Read along with us by following the God Empero…
Dec. 8, 2023

Distrans: Dune at CCXP2023, the Dune Games and More Dune News

Abu and Leo wrap up the year with the latest news around Dune: Part Two, plus the games, toys and books within the ever-expanding universe of Dune! Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the cu…
Dec. 1, 2023

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 11)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 29 and 30. They explore Leto's emotional outbursts and Siona's sainthood. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune bo…
Nov. 24, 2023

Futurama Meets Dune

Abu and Leo celebrate Thanksgiving with a look at Futurama's recent Dune episode, sharing every Dune reference they could find. Grab a plate of slig and join them at the table! This episode contains spoilers for Dune, Dune M…
Nov. 17, 2023

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 10)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 27 and 28. They explore the four deaths of Leto and try to decipher the shape of his empire. Read along with us by following the God…
Nov. 10, 2023

The History of Space Travel in Dune

Abu and Leo jump into a heighliner and explore the history of space travel in the Dune universe, from the earliest days of stumbling across the cosmos to Holtzman's universe-shaking discoveries to the Spacing Guild's monopol…
Nov. 3, 2023

Book Club: God Emperor of Dune (Part 9)

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 25 and 26. They explore Leto's religious engineering and the horrifying truth of his sacrifice. Read along with us by following the …
Oct. 27, 2023

Dune What If...? with NerdCookies

Abu and Leo are joined by friend-of-the-pod and fellow sci-fi nerd Elaine from NerdCookies to discuss what would happen if familiar events in Dune had happened differently. This episode contains spoilers for Dune, Dune Messi…
Oct. 20, 2023

Mailbag: Feyd’s Daughter, Best Dune Tattoo, and Stilgar’s Fate

Abu and Leo pause their read-through of God Emperor of Dune to crack open your messages and answer your burning questions. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and b…