The Sisterhood: ‘Dune: Prophecy’ Episode 1

Dune News Net and What the Force are excited to present The Sisterhood Podcast! Join co-hosts Hannah and Marie Claire as they dive into a meta-mythic analysis of the first episode of Dune: Prophecy, The Hidden Hand, streaming now on MAX. In this episode  Learn about mythic motifs like consumption and the alchemical journey, and how these concepts integrate into the storylines. This episode also covers a closer look at the significance of prophetic visions and their impact on the characters as well as the audience from a psychological perspective.

This podcast (132 minutes) is available here in both video and audio formats (below). Enjoy and look forward to our upcoming breakdowns for every episode of Dune: Prophecy!

The Sisterhood Podcast: Episode 2 – Consumption and The Inner Feminine

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Show Notes

On this episode of The Sisterhood – A Dune Podcast, Hannah and Marie-Claire dive deep into HBO’s Dune: Prophecy TV series, which premiered on November 17, 2024 on Max. The discussion includes in-depth analysis of the lore and symbolism featured in the episode. Discussion points include character analysis of Valya Harkonnen, Ynez, and the Emperor, especially through the lens of Joseph Campbell’s hero’s journey and Maureen Murdoch’s heroine’s journey.

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