
Dutton Rules: A Yellowstone Franchise Podcast
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S3 Ep 4Yellowstone: John Dutton’s Wife’s Fate Revealed — Ep. 2 + 3 Recap
This week on Dutton Rules: (19:25) What happened to John Dutton’s wife and (5:30) how did the Dutton family work together to cover up murder in Ep. 1? Also, Adison Haager and Billy Dukes (15:00) have some serious concerns about Evelyn Dutton’s parenting and (16:20) a new segment called “Don’t Worry About It” to guide first-time viewers around plot lines that don’t really matter. Finally, (27:15) how did Beth and Jamie’s fight make you feel? Also, (2:30) trivia and (32:30) fan Q&A. Be sure to email your questions, comments and corrections to [email protected].

S3 Ep 3Yellowstone: Kayce Dutton DID Choose a Side! Ep. 1 Breakdown
Yellowstone, Season 1 Episode 1 secrets revealed. Have questions? We do too! Adison Haager and Billy Dukes breakdown Ep. 1 on CBS, including (27:30) which side Kayce Dutton chose, the (10:15) Jamie Dutton we all forgot about and what (33:00) John Dutton did to Dan Jenkins’ Paradise Valley. Plus, (22:30) how CBS edited the original version for censors, (2:50) trivia, (39:00) a Kevin Costner update and (42:01) listener Q&A.

S3 Ep 2Yellowstone Is Back! Plus Kevin Costner’s Future + a Bass Reeves Preview
What is Yellowstone and who is related to who? Even if you watched Season 1 in 2018 you may have questions. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes (11:15) break down the plot and cast of this show as it begins to air on CBS. Plus, (7:20) why it’s on network TV and (20:01) what this means for Kevin Costner’s future as John Dutton. Then, a look at (26:25) Lawmen: Bass Reeves and (23:45) Lioness, two new Taylor Sheridan dramas. And trivia returns. Email [email protected] with questions and comments.

S3 Ep 1Major Yellowstone Update: The Good News, the Bad News and Concerns About Matthew McConaughey
This week on Dutton Rules: The actor’s strike might end up being very good news for Yellowstone fans. Billy Dukes and Adison Haager discuss (2:30) the show’s move to network television, as long as producers solve two major problems. Plus (7:50) we now understand Kevin Costner’s position a bit better (hint: boooo!) but we (13:04) understand Matthew McConaughey’s involvement worse. Finally, (17:40) have you heard about this Yellowstone and Godfather comparison? Email [email protected] to comment on today’s episode. And look for the Dutton Rules Podcast on YouTube.

S2 Ep 28Yellowstone Makes It Official - Why Season 5 Is the Final Season
Yellowstone made it official. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes break down news that (1:55) Yellowstone will return and then end. Additionally, the network (3:10) confirmed a sequel but of course you want to know (4:55) if Kevin Costner is returning and (7:40) when Yellowstone Season 5B will film and air. Also, (13:40) a conversation about how John Dutton could die.

S2 Ep 27Yellowstone Cancelled + More Hot Rumors, Debunked
Are you sick of all the bad Yellowstone reporting on the internet? Adison Haager and Billy Dukes untwist rumors about (9:30) Yellowstone getting canceled, (15:30) Matthew McConaughey’s involvement, (13:50) Jimmy and Teeter “quitting” and more. Plus (23:30) those pesky loose ends. For the first time, a shortened version of this episode of the Dutton Rules podcast is also available on YouTube.

S2 Ep 26Abby Rules: Why Lainey Wilson Almost Quit Yellowstone Before She Started
Country singer Lainey Wilson talks to Adison Haager about Season 5 of Yellowstone, including (18:00) her ground rules for kissing Ian Bohen, (22:10) what the bunkhouse is used for after hours, (11:30) why she almost quit before she started and more. Plus, the “Heart Like a Truck” singer opens up about (25:40) her viral butt — you read that right — and no longer needing to pinch pennies.

S2 Ep 25Grading 1923 + the Latest Kevin Costner Drama
How does Season 1 of 1923 stack up against 1883 and five seasons of Yellowstone? (5:35) Adison Haager, Billy Dukes and Sterling Whitaker offer grades and criticism. Plus, (2:45) we were wrong about Alex’s title and (13:15) an update on Kevin Costner VS. Paramount +.

S2 Ep 241923: How Alex’s Secret Past Could Solve Jacob Dutton’s Problems
Alexandra has been hiding a very big secret, but (14:00) does it matter? (15:14) Does it even make sense? Adison Haager and Billy Dukes break down Season 1 of 1923, a season that became the Spencer and Alex show. (6:45) Who’s pregnant? (20:00) Who’s not and what (28:50) Teonna’s plot line is actually about. Plus Trivia and (33:20) Q&A.

S2 Ep 231923: Teonna’s Storyline Resolves But Did Taylor Sheridan Go Too Far?
Teonna got justice, or something like it. This week, Adison Haager and Bily Dukes ask (11:00) if Taylor Sheridan went too far after (5:35) unpacking what happened to Teonna. (5:37) Was this satisfying? Plus, (19:10) Banner is living his best life, (23:30) Billy was VERY wrong about Alex, (28:10) Q&A, trivia and more.

S2 Ep 221923: We Know How Spencer + Alex End, Plus Kevin Costner Update
Spencer and Alex’s love feels so familiar and (6:40) now we know why. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes reflect on a sneaky important Ep. 6 of 1923, including (20:00) the wolf hiding in the henhouse and (17:55) where our favorite lovers will end up this season. Plus (1:55) trivia, (29:15) listener Q&A and (24:41) and important omission from Kevin Costner that’s bad news for Yellowstone fans.

S2 Ep 211923: New Dutton Deaths + What’s Really Happening With Kevin Costner?
Before the 1923, Ep. 5 recap, Sterling Whitaker joins Billy and Adison to (1:30) explain this news about Kevin Costner leaving Yellowstone and (3:10) suggest why it may be about something quite different. Plus, (5:40) how would the show kill John Dutton without additional filming and (10:25) what about this show with Matthew McConaughey? Then, (18:15) Trivia, the ghost ship and (22:05) another Dutton death on 1923.

S2 Ep 201923: Who Is Spencer Dutton Anyway?
On 1923, actor Brandon Sklenar is as much of a mystery as the character he plays, Spencer Dutton. This week Adison Haager and Billy Dukes (5:00) dig up info on the actor and (12:30) who he’s friends with, then explore (18:30) the potential real-life big game hunter that inspired Taylor Sheridan. Plus, (21:02) the problem with all Yellowstone family trees, (26:30) Q&A and (2:30) trivia.

S2 Ep 19Yellowstone Season 5 - Mid-Season Grades and Speculation
Sterling Whitaker rejoins the podcast this week to help (11:00) grade Season 5 of Yellowstone. Plus, (22:20) why Kevin Costner might leave the show and (19:30) who the best new characters have been. Hosted by Adison Haager, with Billy Dukes.

S2 Ep 181923 Revealed What Happened to Jacob Dutton
The new mid-season trailer for 1923 revealed new villains and the fate of Harrison Ford’s Jacob Dutton. Adison and Billy (4:50) discuss that and Yellowstone’s coolest character ever, Spencer Dutton (6:45). Plus (9:55), a Yellowstone / 1923 Easter egg and whether or not (13:30) Jacob and Cara have kids.

S2 Ep 171923’s Latest Deaths Explained - Ep. 4 Breakdown
Ep. 4 of 1923 revealed a time trick that explains what’s to come after a month-long break. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes explain (10:00) but also ponder who the the main character of this show is (5:34) and Alex’s curious wardrobe (8:30). Plus, parallels between 1923 and Yellowstone (14:30), two more deaths we didn’t see coming (20:30) and almost missed and (2:30) trivia. And at Q&A (27:30).

S2 Ep 16Is Harrison Ford Leaving 1923? Plus Yellowstone Ep. 8 Breakdown
Yellowstone’s mid-season finale left some people wanting more, but there’s a reason for that. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes explain (10:55) the problem with Beth and Jamie Dutton’s plans and (20:30) what Kayce Dutton's vision quest meant. Plus, (7:30) she really didn’t know?! Then it’s on to (22:45) ’1923’ and (25:30) why Jacob Dutton may survive. Plus (3:30) trivia and your Q&A (37:40).

S2 Ep 15Why Rip Is Leaving Yellowstone? Ep. 7 Breakdown + 1923 Begins
Rip is leaving Yellowstone, but for how long? Adison Haager ad Billy Dukes (9:40) breakdown what led to his departure and the long term effects. Plus, (14:20) how Jamie’s plan to impeach his father may intersect with the ranch drama. Then, (33:00) how James and Margaret Dutton died as we breakdown ’1923.’ Plus (3:00) trivia and your (37:00) questions and comments.

S2 Ep 13Ellis Rules + a 1923 Preview: John Emmet Tracy, Harrison Ford and More
It’s your official ‘1923’ preview, with highlights from interviews from Harrison Ford and more. Sterling Whitaker returns to get you ready for the premiere. Then, Billy Dukes talks to John Emmet Tracy, who plays the cunning Market Equities lawyer Ellis Steele.

S2 Ep 13Yellowstone: Why Do People Hate Monica? - Ep. 6 Breakdown
Yellowstone’s most recent death was sad, but also beautiful. Ep. 6 of Season 5 was a cowboy episode and this week Adison Haager and Billy Dukes explore what it means. First, (6:00) who died and what does it mean? Then, (14:00), why people hate Monica and if it’s changing, and if (19:00) Sarah is being honest about her intentions with Jamie. (23:45)Chief Rainwater has a big problem on his hands, one that comes with a big plot hole. Then the (28:00) Q&A and of course trivia.

S2 Ep 12Tate Rules: Yellowstone's Brecken Merrill's Friends Don't Care He Shot a Man
Yellowstone actor Brecken Merrill (Tate Dutton) talks to Billy Dukes about (6:04) his most difficult moments on set and (10:00) how he separates himself from his character. Plus, (7:45) gritty details from the car accident scene from Season 5 and (12:15) advice from Kevin Costner. We also asked about Tate’s horse Lucky (17:30).

S2 Ep 11We Gotta Talk About That Fight Scene - Yellowstone Ep. 5 Breakdown
Ep. 5 of Yellowstone featured an (6:10) epic fight scene between Beth and Summer. It was a long time coming, but was it truly satisfying? Your answer to that may say a lot about this show. Plus, Adison Haager and Billy Dukes (11:40) discuss what “The Fight” tells us about John and (19:10) why some fans seem to hate Monica. Plus, (26:10) who gets hurt or even killed next week, (28:40) fan Q&A and (3:00) trivia. Email [email protected].

S2 Ep 10Rip, Kayce and Monica Rule: Highlights From Conversations With 3 Yellowstone Stars
Cole Hauser, Luke Grimes and Kelsey Asbille spoke with Taste of Country’s Sterling Whitaker ahead of the season premiere of Yellowstone on Paramount Network. Some of the conversation was embargoed until certain events played out on screen, like the funeral scene between Monica and John Dutton (Kevin Costner). Adison Haager and Sterling sort through highlights of these conversations, like Cole’s thoughts on Rip’s relationship with Carter, how Kelsey is challenged by playing Monica in Season 5 and why naming their baby John was important to Kayce.

S2 Ep 9Could We Be Watching Yellowstone’s Final Season? - Ep. 4 Breakdown
Beth Dutton and Jamie’s new fight could be their last fight, which has the Dutton Rules team wondering (10:20) if this is the show’s final season? Plus, Adison Haager and Billy Dukes (22:00) dive into the unraveling of the show’s latest mystery and (9:00) explore how Governor John Dutton is doing. Plus the touching conversation between John and Monica, (3:00) trivia and (30:20) fan question and comments. Email [email protected] with yours.

S2 Ep 8Why Beth Dutton’s Arrest Is a Very BIG Deal - Yellowstone Ep. 3 Breakdown
Finally! Yellowstone fans know what Kayce’s vision quest means and what his choice is! This week, (21:45) Adison and Billy break down his options and dive into why his wife Monica is a controversial character. During Ep. 3, Beth Dutton (18:00) made a big real estate deal and then she (14:45) got arrested. We’ll try to make sense of both scenes. Additionally, (12:45) Laramie returned and fans learned Lloyd’s age. Plus trivia, (10:00) wolves and fan questions.

S2 Ep 7Walker Rules: Yellowstone’s Ryan Bingham Breaks Down His Most Memorable Scenes
Yellowstone star Ryan Bingham opens up about his most memorable scenes, sharing secrets behind (10:29) his fight with Lloyd and (14:59) balancing Kelly Reilly as her Beth Dutton breaks down on screen. Walker also previews his role in Season 5 and (8:41) talks about meeting Kevin Costner. Plus, does Walker have a last name? Ryan Bingham spoke to Dutton Rules on behalf of Lone River Ranch Water.

S2 Ep 6Yellowstone Season 5 Premiere: Has Beth Dutton Gone Too Far?
Yellowstone Season 5 began quietly but included (22:29) the biggest Dutton tragedy to date. Dutton Rules hosts Adison Haager and Billy Dukes dissect (8:10) Beth’s treatment of Jamie and (18:44) John Dutton’s new role as Governor. Plus the Monica tragedy and (30:09) her surprising resiliency and (11:54) who played “Young Lloyd” in the flashback scene? (2:39) Trivia also returns. Leave a rating and review and email [email protected] with questions and comments.

S2 Ep 5Yellowstone Season 5: How We Got Here and Predictions
This week on the Dutton Rules podcast, Adison Haager is joined by Billy Dukes and Sterling Whitaker to (2:00) get up to speed before the Season 5 premiere of Yellowstone. Plus (6:00) every makes predictions. (9:00)Adison sees more warm and fuzzies from Beth Dutton, while (13:48) Billy and (19:08) Sterling predict doom for John Dutton. Then, (22:45) is Lloyd going to survive? Email [email protected] with your thoughts, questions and ideas.

Instant Reaction: Yellowstone Season 5 Trailer Answers So Many Questions
bonusYellowstone’s Season 5 trailer just dropped and it answered so many questions. (4:30) Is John Dutton now governor of Montana? (8:45) Who is the “new” Beth Dutton? (9:30) Why does Kayce look so glum and what’s up with Monica’s new look? Plus (0:30) new bunkhouse drama and more. Adison Haager and Billy Dukes dissect the trailer like no one else.

S2 Ep 3Every Yellowstone Fan Got This Wrong
This week on Dutton Rules, Adison and Billy (4:20) pick one character they hope shows growth and (15:30) one character they think could die during Season 5 of Yellowstone. Plus (7:30) new info on Beth Dutton's new best friend and (11:30) why fans may recognize the new villain. Then (18:10) it's a deep dive into the cast of '1923,' which is illuminating and surprising (and confusing). This is where we all got something very, very wrong about the Yellowstone world. Email [email protected] with questions and comments.

S2 Ep 2Whiskey Myers + the Music of Yellowstone
The music of Yellowstone is just one more way fans have dug into this show. This week, Adison and Billy discuss (2:00) Lainey Wilson’s role on the show and (5:30) the artists who’ve benefited most. Then, (15:00) Billy’s conversation with John Jeffers of Whiskey Myers, about their time on Yellowstone and the new ‘Tornillo’ album.

S2 Ep 1The Yellowstone News That Twists Everything We Thought We Knew About 1883, 1932
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Yellowstone Season 5 has a premiere date! Season 2 of Dutton Rules begins with (8:00) major Yellowstone news and new theories about what Kayce Dutton saw. Plus, (19:00) the new episodes of 1883 are not what we expected and (24:00 news about 1932 that may have spoiled a major plot point. Finally, (28:50) sad news for Isabel May.

S1 Ep 28What’s Next for Yellowstone, 1883, 1932 + More – Everything You Need To Know
Follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. A conversation about what's next for 1883 (17:00), Yellowstone (19:40), 1932 (22:00) and 6666 (23:20). Plus more news and explanations about the season finale of 1883 and another look at the relationship between James and John Dutton (6:04). Plus fan Q&A (31:00). Email [email protected].

S1 Ep 271883 Roundtable - Final Grades and the Clue Everyone Missed
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The best moments from the finale (4:00) plus the big clue we all missed (8:45). Also, Hot Takes about the franchise (16:30), Sam Elliott's spoiler (26:00) and final grades (35:10). Along the way we further clarify the James and John Dutton relationship.

S1 Ep 261883 Finale Breakdown - Who Lives, Who Dies + What It Means for Yellowstone?
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Why people got Elsa's fate so wrong (7:15 and 24:45) and what happened to Josef and Rissa (14:00) and Shea (29:00)? Plus, a new character told us everything we need to know about how Yellowstone ends (34:30). And trivia (3:15).

S1 Ep 25How Will 1883 Season 1 End? - Ep. 9 Breakdown
Follow on Apple Podcast and Spotify. Finally, Elsa's fate is revealed (6:14) and it's all Cookie's fault (10:00). Was this Tim McGraw's best acting ever (17:00) and what will become of Shea (22:30). Plus what Ep. 9 tells us about Spencer (26:30) and why the Duttons settle in Montana, plus trivia (3:00) and a fan Q&A that's filled with corrections.

S1 Ep 24We Gotta Talk About the 1883 Buffalo Scene - Ep. 8 Breakdown
Elsa's uneven transformation hits too close to home (6:45) and her parents are skeptical (13:45). Sam helps her hunt as 1883 tributes Kevin Costner (18:00). Plus an Easter egg involving Kayce from Yellowstone (25:20), Listener Q&A (35:00) and Trivia (3:24).

S1 Ep 23The 1883 Scene That Changes Everything - Ep. 7 Breakdown
On 1883, a massive tornado changes everything for the pioneers (7:10) and Elsa picks a strange time to shoot her shot (12:10). Viewers meet "Sam" (18:40) and Charles (22:40) but who are they really? Plus trivia and a fan Q&A. Email [email protected] to be included.

Yellowstone Season 5: Everything You Need To Know
bonusFollow on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Everything you need to know about Yellowstone Season 5, including when it's set to begin (2:15)? Which characters are coming back and which aren't (3:15)? What could happen to Jamie, Beth, Kacye and the Dutton Ranch (9:15)? And Season 5 predictions and theories (15:15). Plus how to watch Yellowstone (21:15).

S1 Ep 22Noemi Rules: 1883 Star Gratiela Brancusi On Her Love Scene With Thomas
Actor Gratiela Brancusi spoke with Sterling Whitaker about her character Noemi (2:45), the unusual way she got the role (4:10), how she and her character are alike (10:00) and the naked love scene from Ep. 6 of 1883 (18:00).

S1 Ep 21The 1883 Theory We All Got Very Wrong - Ep. 6 Breakdown
Follow on Spotify and Apple Podcast. A conversation about 1883, Episode 6. We were all wrong about Elsa Dutton (5:30) but she is undergoing a change (11:15). The Thomas + Naomi affair is burning bright (23:00) plus there's a new cowboy (10:00) and cook (21:00) that you may recognize. Plus trivia and the fan Q&A.

S1 Ep 20Yellowstone Season 5 Update and What's Next for Elsa on 1883?
Follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This week, the Dutton Rules podcast has an inside man with news about Season 5 of Yellowstone (28:00). Plus, a very plausible, tragic theory about Elsa from 1883 (10:50) and Yellowstone / 1883 trivia (3:30).

S1 Ep 19Thomas Rules: 1883 Star LaMonica Garrett On the Weight Of His Groundbreaking Role
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Actor LaMonica Garrett says the opportunity to reshape how Black men and women are portrayed in westerns was one of many reasons he took the part of Thomas on Yellowstone origin story 1883. He also opens up about his close relationship with Sam Elliott and shares what Cowboy Camp is really like.

S1 Ep 181883 Buries a Fan Favorite - Ep. 5 Breakdown
Follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. During episode 5 of 1883, Elsa and Ennis "officially" fall in love and plan to marry (13:15). There was also an awkward mother and daughter talk and the stunning death of a fan-favorite (8:00). In the Q&A, Billy & Adison spill secrets about the potential for a second season of the Yellowstone origin story.

S1 Ep 171883 Star Eric Nelsen Spills Secrets of Elsa and James Dutton, + Season 2
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Eric Nelsen, Ennis from 1883, was on set for each take of Elsa Dutton's takes during the piano scene from Ep. 4 and he shares some surprising secrets (3:10). He also shares the backstory he invented for his character (11:40) and talks about the pressure of filming in Yellowstone's shadow (15:10). Plus, is Season 2 of 1883 possible? (23:00)

S1 Ep 161883 Separated Itself From Yellowstone With One Beautiful Scene - Ep. 4 Breakdown
Follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. During Ep. 4 of 1883, Elsa and Ennis shared a kiss (4:40) before she made a big discovery (9:10). The pioneers also faced crossing the Brazos River (13:40) and the show defined itself as something far beyond a Yellowstone prequel (17:40). During the fan Q/A (25:40), Billy and Adison admit their big mistake.

S1 Ep 15Shea Brennan Rules: 1883 Actor Sam Elliott Reveals His Dark Side
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Sterling Whitaker rejoins host Adison Haager to talk about media day with actor Sam Elliott and share highlights from the conversation. Sam plays Shea Brennan on 1883. He might not be who you think he is.

S1 Ep 14Yellowstone's Darkest Scene Yet - Season 4 Finale Breakdown
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This week on Yellowstone, Jamie made his choice (3:30) plus how he may get out from under Beth's control in Season 5. What did Kayce's vision really mean (16:30) and the on-brand wedding of the year (32:50). Plus your questions and comments.

S1 Ep 13How Will Yellowstone Season 4 End? Ep. 9 Breakdown
Follow on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. This week on Yellowstone, John and Beth had a big fight but who's to blame (8:40)? Plus, a look back at an important moment between Beth and Walker from Season 1 (19:10), why the new sheriff is bad news (29:00) and your questions and answers (38:00).

S1 Ep 12How Are James and John Dutton Related? - 1883 Ep. 3 Recap
Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This week, 1883 revealed Shea Brennan's dark side and Elsa bonded with Margaret Dutton while James and John Sr. went hunting.