DuneCast
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 37 ratingsGreetings, 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.
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Episodes
Dune Part Two (2024): Pop Culture Reactions
March 13, 2024 12:55 - 1 hour - 157 MBDune 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.
Dune Part Two (2024) Review
March 06, 2024 02:06 - 1 hour - 185 MBWe 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!
DuneCast: Dune (2021) Commentary
January 23, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 222 MBTo 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!
Dune Part One (2021) Commentary
January 23, 2022 21:00 - 2 hours - 222 MBTo 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!
DuneCast: Movie Update 06: Dune (2021) First Reactions
October 27, 2021 03:30 - 1 hour - 95 MBDune 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!
Movie Update 06: Dune Part One (2021) First Reactions
October 27, 2021 03:30 - 1 hour - 95 MBDune 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!
Movie Update 05: An Exclusive Look at Dune
July 28, 2021 02:30 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBWe 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!
DuneCast: Movie Update 05: An Exclusive Look at Dune
July 28, 2021 02:30 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBWe 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!
DuneCast #6.2: Chapterhouse: Dune (1985)
April 12, 2021 03:30 - 2 hours - 158 MBThe untimely end of Frank Herbert's Dune saga is here. Yet, with one chapter ending, another is beginning, and we can't wait to get into what's next. But before we do, we need to talk about Marty, Daniel and a whole lot more. 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 ma...
Dune Cast: Movie Update 04: Dune Comes to HBO Max
December 29, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBWe 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!
DuneCast: Movie Update 04: Dune Comes to HBO Max
December 29, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBWe 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!
Movie Update 04: Dune Comes to HBO Max
December 29, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBWe 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!
DuneCast: Movie Update 03: Dune Film Trailer
September 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn a year of disease, fire, death, and darkness, we cling to the good things that much tighter. It's no surprise 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, theori...
Movie Update 03: Dune Film Trailer
September 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn a year of disease, fire, death, and darkness, we cling to the good things that much tighter. It's no surprise 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, theori...
Dune Cast: Movie Update 03: Dune Film Trailer
September 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn a year of disease, fire, death, and darkness, we cling to the good things that much tighter. It's no surprise 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, theori...
DuneCast: Movie Update 02
July 19, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBDune: The Sisterhood has the potential to be even bigger than the 2020 film, and we are so excited to be Dune fans right now. This franchise update covers everything from television, to films, to games and even secret projects yet to be announced. Will Dune be at SDCC 2019? Find out on this episode of the DuneCast! 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 ...
Movie Update 02: Dune: The Sisterhood
July 19, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBDune: The Sisterhood has the potential to be even bigger than the 2020 film, and we are so excited to be Dune fans right now. This franchise update covers everything from television, to films, to games and even secret projects yet to be announced. Will Dune be at SDCC 2019? Find out on this episode of the DuneCast! 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 ...
Franchise Update 2
July 19, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBDune: The Sisterhood has the potential to be even bigger than the 2020 film, and we are so excited to be Dune fans right now. This franchise update covers everything from television, to films, to games and even secret projects yet to be announced. Will Dune be at SDCC 2019? Find out on this episode of the Dune Cast! 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...
Dune Cast: Movie Update 02
July 19, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBDune: The Sisterhood has the potential to be even bigger than the 2020 film, and we are so excited to be Dune fans right now. This franchise update covers everything from television, to films, to games and even secret projects yet to be announced. Will Dune be at SDCC 2019? Find out on this episode of the Dune Cast! 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...
Dune Cast #6.1: Chapterhouse: Dune (1985)
May 11, 2019 19:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBHerbert's last novel, and a cliffhanger for the ages. But before the dramatic ending to Chapterhouse: Dune, there is so much going on in this novel! Joe and Rod convene the Dune Cast to dig into the first half of the book and wrap our heads around the revelations, mysteries, and truths in the Duneiverse. Dune Cast 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...
DuneCast #6.1: Chapterhouse: Dune (1985)
May 11, 2019 19:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBHerbert's last novel, and a cliffhanger for the ages. But before the dramatic ending to Chapterhouse: Dune, there is so much going on in this novel! Joe and Rod convene the DuneCast to dig into the first half of the book and wrap our heads around the revelations, mysteries, and truths in the Duneiverse. 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 a...
Movie Update 01
February 27, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBGet hyped! There is a new Dune film being made, and Hollywood's best and brightest are lining up to bring it to life! Join us for the first update, discussing the cast, crew, release date, filming locations, and more. 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...
Dune Cast: Movie Update 01
February 27, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBGet hyped! There is a new Dune film being made, and Hollywood's best and brightest are lining up to bring it to life! Join us for the first update, discussing the cast, crew, release date, filming locations, and more. 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...
Movie Update 01: First Details Announced
February 27, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBGet hyped! There is a new Dune film being made, and Hollywood's best and brightest are lining up to bring it to life! Join us for the first update, discussing the cast, crew, release date, filming locations, and more. 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 productio...
DuneCast: Movie Update 01
February 27, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBGet hyped! There is a new Dune film being made, and Hollywood's best and brightest are lining up to bring it to life! Join us for the first update, discussing the cast, crew, release date, filming locations, and more. 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...
Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 2
February 26, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 158 MBThe untimely end of Frank Herbert's Dune saga is here. Yet, with one chapter ending, another is beginning, and we can't wait to get into what's next. But before we do, we need to talk about Marty, Daniel and a whole lot more. 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 ma...
Chapterhouse: Dune (1985) Part 1
February 25, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBHerbert's last novel, and a cliffhanger for the ages. But before the dramatic ending to Chapterhouse: Dune, there is so much going on in this novel! Joe and Rod convene the DuneCast to dig into the first half of the book and wrap our heads around the revelations, mysteries, and truths in the Duneiverse. 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 ...
Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 2
February 17, 2019 06:45 - 4 hours - 166 MBJoe and Rod are back with perhaps the most extensive discussion and analysis of Heretics of Dune ever. Enjoy FOUR HOURS of Dune discussion! It's been a long time coming. 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...
Dune Cast #5.2: Heretics of Dune (1984)
February 17, 2019 06:45 - 4 hours - 166 MBJoe and Rod are back with perhaps the most extensive discussion and analysis of Heretics of Dune ever. Enjoy FOUR HOURS of Dune discussion! It's been a long time coming. 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 ...
DuneCast #5.2: Heretics of Dune (1984)
February 17, 2019 06:45 - 4 hours - 166 MBJoe and Rod are back with perhaps the most extensive discussion and analysis of Heretics of Dune ever. Enjoy FOUR HOURS of Dune discussion! It's been a long time coming. 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 ...
Heretics of Dune (1984) Part 1
September 06, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 158 MBWe'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. Dune news: Thoughts on film casting, Timothée Chalamet and more The newly announced Dune board game experience. Why we all need to let go of the 1984 film adaptation 22:30 Heretics of Dune Discussion Part 1 The most underappreciated Dune novel? Unraveling the myster...
DuneCast #5.1: Heretics of Dune (1984)
September 06, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 157 MBWe'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. The future of the DuneCast Dune news: Thoughts on film casting, Timothée Chalamet and more The newly announced Dune board game experience. Why we all need to let go of the 1984 film adaptation 22:30 Heretics of Dune Discussion Part 1 The most underappreciated Dune no...
Dune Cast #5.1: Heretics of Dune (1984)
September 06, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 157 MBWe'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. The future of the Dune Cast Dune news: Thoughts on film casting, Timothée Chalamet and more The newly announced Dune board game experience. Why we all need to let go of the 1984 film adaptation 22:30 Heretics of Dune Discussion Part 1 The most underappreciated Dune n...
Dune Cast Special: The Podcast Has Awakened!
January 01, 2018 22:40 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBDUNE CAST IS BACK! Joe and Rod have returned from the Scattering to discuss all the amazing news of 2017 and, like a prescient guild navigator, to chart our course forward into the future. The future of the podcast--and the Dune franchise--is very exciting, and this is YOUR #1 place for all things Dune! Show artwork by: A.J. Trahan Subscribe to Dune Cast iTunes Google Play RSS Contact Dune Cast Email Twitter Dune Cast T-Shirts Classic Logo Listen to Dune Audibletrial...
DuneCast: The Podcast Has Awakened!
January 01, 2018 22:40 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBDUNECAST IS BACK! Joe and Rod have returned from the Scattering to discuss all the amazing news of 2017 and, like a prescient guild navigator, to chart our course forward into the future. The future of the podcast--and the Dune franchise--is very exciting, and this is YOUR #1 place for all things Dune! Show artwork by: A.J. Trahan Subscribe to DuneCast iTunes Google Play RSS Contact DuneCast Email Twitter DuneCast T-Shirts Classic Logo Listen to Dune Audibletrial.com...
Dune Cast: The Podcast Has Awakened!
January 01, 2018 22:40 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBDUNE CAST IS BACK! Joe and Rod have returned from the Scattering to discuss all the amazing news of 2017 and, like a prescient guild navigator, to chart our course forward into the future. The future of the podcast--and the Dune franchise--is very exciting, and this is YOUR #1 place for all things Dune! Show artwork by: A.J. Trahan Subscribe to Dune Cast iTunes Google Play RSS Contact Dune Cast Email Twitter Dune Cast T-Shirts Classic Logo Listen to Dune Audibletrial...
DuneCast Interview: Miles Greb
February 24, 2017 14:10 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this special episode of the DuneCast, Joe and Rod interview comic-book creator Miles Greb, who talks about his latest work, a tribute to Dune called "Dune: To Train the Faithful." Learn more about Miles and his work at http://www.afterthegoldrush.space. Be sure to get next month's book, Heretics of Dune, at www.audibletrial.com/dunecast. Artwork: Cover of Dune: To Train the Faithful, by Zak Hartong.
Dune Cast Interview: Miles Greb
February 24, 2017 14:10 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this special episode of the Dune Cast, Joe and Rod interview comic-book creator Miles Greb, who talks about his latest work, a tribute to Dune called "Dune: To Train the Faithful." Learn more about Miles and his work at http://www.afterthegoldrush.space. Be sure to get next month's book, Heretics of Dune, at www.audibletrial.com/dunecast. Artwork: Cover of Dune: To Train the Faithful, by Zak Hartong.
God Emperor of Dune (1981)
February 10, 2017 02:50 - 2 hours - 123 MBThe 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! The amazing artwork featured in this episode is by CarlosNCT and used with permission. Check out his work! Links Join O...
Dune Cast #4: God Emperor of Dune (1981)
February 10, 2017 02:50 - 2 hours - 123 MBThe 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! Be sure to get next month's book, Heretics of Dune, at www.audibletrial.com/dunecast. The amazing artwork featured in t...
DuneCast #4: God Emperor of Dune (1981)
February 10, 2017 02:50 - 2 hours - 123 MBThe 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! Be sure to get next the book, Heretics of Dune, at www.audibletrial.com/dunecast. The amazing artwork featured in this ...
Dune Cast #3.2: Children of Dune (1976)
August 26, 2016 10:00 - 2 hours - 133 MBOur 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. Next up is God Emperor of Dune, a staggering, stupefying novel that requires a thorough reading. Get started now, a...
DuneCast #3.2: Children of Dune (1976)
August 26, 2016 10:00 - 2 hours - 133 MBOur 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. Next up is God Emperor of Dune, a staggering, stupefying novel that requires a thorough reading. Get started now, a...
Children of Dune (1976) Part 2
August 26, 2016 10:00 - 2 hours - 133 MBOur 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. Next up is God Emperor of Dune, a staggering, stupefying novel that requires a thorough reading. Get started now, a...
Children of Dune (1976) Part 1
August 20, 2016 21:03 - 2 hours - 118 MBChildren 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. This is the DuneCast. Links Join Our Community: Discord Server Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS | Spotify | Audible | iHeartRadio | Pocket Casts RetroZap Podcast Networ...
DuneCast #3.1: Children of Dune (1976)
August 20, 2016 21:03 - 2 hours - 118 MBChildren 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. This is the DuneCast.
Dune Cast #3.1: Children of Dune (1976)
August 20, 2016 21:03 - 2 hours - 118 MBChildren 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. This is the Dune Cast.
Dune Cast #2: Dune Messiah (1969)
July 06, 2016 02:16 - 2 hours - 113 MB1969 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. Thoughts on the book? Email us at dunecast@retroza...
DuneCast #2: Dune Messiah (1969)
July 06, 2016 02:16 - 2 hours - 113 MB1969 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. Thoughts on the book? Email us at dunecast@retroza...
Dune Messiah (1969)
July 06, 2016 02:16 - 2 hours - 113 MB1969 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 DuneCast. Links Join Our Community: Discord Server Subscri...