Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

Abu and Leo dive into the world of fan fiction, and share two stories hand-picked for your ears. This episode contains LIGHT SPOILERS through God Emperor of Dune Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Watch video versions of selects episodes on YouTube The full stories can be found here: Joseph Atreides and His Servant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo complete their re-read of Dune. They break down the stunning final chapter line by line and explore the concerning red flags about Paul's character. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo answer your burning questions about the Dune universe in another mailbag episode! They explore why spice can't be created off-planet, who was in charge of Caladan while Duke Leto was away, and the messy web of Reverend Mother memory abilities. This episode contains SPOILERS through God Emperor of Dune. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They break down the stunning final chapter line by line and explore the concerning red flags about Paul's character. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo FINISH their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 49 and 50. They pick apart the last two chapters and share their final thoughts about this novel. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore Paul's growth throughout his journey and the Spacing Guild's monopoly on space travel. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo asked for your spicy Dune takes and you delivered. They roast and react to your hot and not-so-hot Dune opinions. This episode contains SPOILERS through God Emperor of Dune. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore the brutal history of the Sardaukar and the tragic life of Alia Atreides. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 47 and 48. They delve into the depths of Leto's soul and explore the sexual nature of rock climbing. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore the painful history of the Fremen people and the deceitful and corrupt politics in the Imperium. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore the Fremen dream for the future of Arrakis and Paul's incredible knife fight against Jamis. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 45 and 46. They discuss Malky's arrival and sass, along with Leto's love of beautiful and tricky words. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore the essential role of Mentats in the galaxy, the limitations of prescient visions, and the mistake of underestimating the Fremen. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo take a sip of the Water of Life and bring you what you need to know about the future of Dune! This episode contains NO SPOILERS Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Watch video versions of selects episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 205-324 of the novel. They explore how the Baron's plan unfolds, the true abilities of the secretive Bene Gesserit, and the awakening of Paul's powers. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 43 and 44. They unpack what we learn about the Museum Fremen, and theorize about how and why the Fremen culture has declined. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune. They explore how Arrakis is shrouded in mysteries, what makes House Atreides different, and the burden of leadership on Duke Leto's shoulders. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo bring you 12 details you may have missed in Dune: Part Two, hand selected and with additional context from the broader Dune canon. This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune and both of Villeneuve's films Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of selects episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(We're re-releasing remastered versions of our Dune book club episodes from 2021. We are reading the ACE mass market paperback version.) Abu and Leo dive into the opening pages of Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi novel. They explore how our protagonist Paul is special, break down the nefarious plot by the Harkonnens, and discuss our introduction to Arrakis and the Fremen. This episode contains NO SPOILERS beyond the pages covered so far. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 41 and 42. They explore Siona's apocalyptic visions and sail the high seas with Moneo. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're launching a new show and we'd love for you to check it out! Science Fiction Book Club is a podcast for bookworms and stargazers. In every episode, hosts Abu and Obssa dive into the pages of their favorite science fiction novels to break down the big ideas and ask the nerdy questions. Listen and subscribe to Science Fiction Book Club: https://link.chtbl.com/scifibookclubpod Join our Patreon for bonus content and helpful reading materials Join our Discord to keep the conversation going Check our Season 1 Schedule to keep up with the reading assignments Email us your thoughts and questions: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 SPOILERS for the first novel and both Denis Villeneuve films Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch video versions of selects episodes on YouTube Read Dr. Kennedy's articles on Chani and Jessica, and check out her published academic works on Dune. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, and the things they absolutely loved. This is STILL the deep-dive review of the film you won't find anywhere else. This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first Dune novel and both Denis Villeneuve films. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Show your appreciation and tip us by buying us a spice coffee Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 absolutely loved. This is the deep-dive review of the film you won't find anywhere else. This episode contains SPOILERS for only the first Dune novel and both Denis Villeneuve films. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Show your appreciation and tip us by buying us a spice coffee Watch video versions of select episodes on YouTube Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gom Jabbar! Abu and Leo recommend you start your listening journey with one of these episodes: Book Club: Dune (Part 1) Interviews with Frank Herbert: "Gays have opted to not continue the species." The Fullerton Archives: Rejecting Frank Herbert The Messy Canon of Dune, Explained AUDIO DRAMA: Duncan Idaho Meets the God Emperor Get bonus content and join our Discord by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch bonus clips and video versions of select episodes on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo are joined by LEGO product designer Mike Psiaki and Oscar-winning production designer Patrice Vermette to discuss the LEGO® Icons Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter and all things Dune. They get in to everything from the challenges of ornithopter design to the best food in Budapest and the secret trick behind every LEGO set. This episode is in partnership with the LEGO Group. This episode contains very light SPOILERS for Denis Villeneuve's first film. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo saw Dune: Part Two 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 movie yet, save this episode for when you've had a chance to see it yourself. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron. Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-winning production designer of Dune: Part Two! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see the upcoming ornithopter build video Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Messiah, Children of Dune and God Emperor of Dune Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron. Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Messiah and Children of Dune! Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron. Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 monopoly on interstellar travel. This episode contains no spoilers for any of the Dune novels. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron. Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Messiah and Children of Dune! Follow Elaine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nerd_cookies Watch her Dune and sci-fi lore videos: https://www.youtube.com/nerdcookies Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo dig into the nooks and crannies of the Dune universe to unpack the lore behind disgraced Sardaukar Otto Aramsham, rumors of alien structures on Crompton, and the secret technology in Leto's cart. This episode contains spoilers for the first half of God Emperor of Dune. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 22-24. They explore new details about Leto's Golden Path and return to the topic of Female Armies. Content Warning: Sexual Assault discussed from 1:07:00 to 1:16:00 Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo dive deep into the one-off comics, Blood of the Sardaukar and A Whisper of Caladan Seas, both by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson! This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune– just the first book! Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo continue their read-through of God Emperor of Dune by diving deep into chapters 19-21. They explore the idea of community and try to figure out what the Ixian Machine is. Read along with us by following the God Emperor of Dune book club schedule Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abu and Leo dig deep into the Dune Encyclopedia to learn more about the minor characters in the Dune Saga. From Buer Agarves' life as a nepo-baby to Lady Margot's achievements at the School of Erotic Arts on Gamont, there's much more to these characters than is revealed in the original novels. This episode contains SPOILERS for Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune. Get ad-free episodes and bonus content by becoming a Patron Check out the custom-designed Dune swag on our merch store Watch exclusive video clips from the podcast on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices