Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast

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1. Combine Honnete Ober Advancer Mercantiles (CHOAM)

   1 Apr 2022 · 1 h 04 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo grab their calculators and explore the history of CHOAM, the massive financial monopoly at the center of the galaxy's economy. They break down its formation in the early days of the Imperium and unpack the…

2. Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 5)

   25 Mar 2022 · 1 h 20 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 203-248 of the novel. They explore the question of Paul's agency and break down the awkward night at Alia's temple. This episode…

3. History and Culture of the Bene Tleilax

   18 Mar 2022 · 1 h 25 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo travel to the farthest corner of the galaxy to explore the history and culture of the mysterious Bene Tleilax. They break down the hierarchal and religious society of the xenophobic Tleilaxu and unpack why…

4. Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 4)

   11 Mar 2022 · 1 h 24 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 160-202 of the novel. They explore the visions of calamity that haunt Paul and Chani's central role in everyone's plans. This episode…

5. Duke Leto Atreides

   4 Mar 2022 · 1 h 30 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo grow out their beards and explore the iconic life of Duke Leto Atreides. They unpack his earliest years in Castle Caladan, the loyalty he earns from his subjects, and the dangers of being too honorable in…

6. Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 3)

   25 Feb 2022 · 1 h 26 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 100-159 of the novel. They explore the emotional turmoil the ghola Hayt is struggling with and the burden on Alia to live up to her…

7. Dune: House Atreides Issues #9 and #10

   18 Feb 2022 · 1 h 21 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights and impressions of…

8. Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 2)

   11 Feb 2022 · 1 h 20 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo continue their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 50-99 of the novel. They explore Paul's responsibilities as a religious figurehead and how his life mirrors his father's. This…

9. The Founding of the Spacing Guild

   4 Feb 2022 · 1 h 28 min · Explicit

   Abu and Leo fire up their FTL drives and explore the history of the Spacing Guild. They discuss how the Guild was founded by two scientist lovers and unpack the Guild's messy introduction to the Imperium. This episode…

10. The History of House Atreides (LIVE)

    21 Jan 2022 · 1 h 10 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo crack open their history books and explore the long and storied history of House Atreides. They discuss how the House was founded and unpack the lives of some of its most influential (and wacky) members.…

11. Lady Jessica (Part 2)

    7 Jan 2022 · 1 h 30 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their deep-dive into the life and legacy of Lady Jessica. They explore her journey after the dramatic events of Dune and break down her responsibilities as a mother, a Bene Gesserit, and a lady of…

12. The Future of the Dune Universe

    10 Dec 2021 · 1 h 08 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo wrap up an incredible year of Dune fandom by looking ahead at what's to come. They discuss the many Dune adaptations we can expect in the next few years, from comic books to board games to TV shows and…

13. Lady Jessica (Part 1)

    26 Nov 2021 · 1 h 32 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo unpack the life of "the most important woman in Dune," Lady Jessica. They explore her childhood before the pages of Dune, the events on Arrakis that changed her life forever, and Rebecca Ferguson's…

14. Dune, Basketball, and Stinky Stillsuits With Jason Concepcion

    12 Nov 2021 · 1 h 15 min · Explicit

    HELLLOOOOO! Abu and Leo are joined by Emmy-award-winning podcaster and writer Jason Concepcion (Binge Mode, X-Ray Vision, Takeline) to talk about the Dune movie! They also build the perfect starting lineup for the…

15. Book Club: Dune Messiah (Part 1)

    5 Nov 2021 · 1 h 32 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo kick off their read-through of Dune Messiah with a deep dive into pages 1-49 of the novel. They explore Paul's dark headspace at the start of this story and unpack what happened in the 12 years since the…

16. Geeking Out About Dune (2021) With NerdCookies

    29 Oct 2021 · 1 h 01 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo are joined by friend-of-the-pod and fellow sci-fi nerd Elaine from NerdCookies to geek out about the Dune movie. They discuss Jason Mamoa's incredible portrayal of Duncan Idaho, the strong relationships…

17. Dune (2021) Review and Deep-Dive Analysis

    26 Oct 2021 · 3 h 36 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo break down every scene of Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part 1 in this epic review and analysis of the blockbuster film. They critique the film's minor shortcomings, compare the movie to its source material, and…

18. Our Dune movie deep-dive episode is coming soon

    22 Oct 2021 · 2:17

    The day has finally arrived! The Dune movie is out in the US, which means Abu and Leo will be watching (and rewatching) it for their upcoming deep-dive episode. Expect that episode to release in the next few days.…

19. Piter de Vries

    15 Oct 2021 · 1 h 11 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the traumatic life of the iconic twisted mentat Piter de Vries, from his childhood training under the Tleilaxu to his years working alongside the Baron and his crucial role in the story of Dune.…

20. Our Instant Reactions to the Dune Movie

    9 Oct 2021 · 17 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo saw the Dune movie today and recorded their instant reactions after stepping out of the theater. Here is the raw, unfiltered, and emotional conversation they had just minutes after seeing the film, recorded…

21. Patreon and Merch Store Announcement

    8 Oct 2021 · 10 min · Explicit

    We're so excited to finally reveal our Gom Jabbar merchandise store and Patreon! Now you can support the show and look sexy while doing it. Patrons get access to future Book Club episodes (Dune Messiah kicks off in…

22. Book Club: Dune (Part 10)

    1 Oct 2021 · 1 h 09 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo cap off their Dune book club series with a bonus episode where they respond to tons of listener emails and have a spoiler discussion of the first novel. Details about the Dune Messiah book club are coming…

23. Spice Melange

    24 Sep 2021 · 1 h 02 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the single most valuable substance in the galaxy: the spice melange. They break down how it's produced, the effects it has on your body, and the many ways it's used by the factions in the Imperium.…

24. Book Club: Dune (Part 9)

    17 Sep 2021 · 1 h 36 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo complete their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 741-794 of the novel. They break down the stunning final chapter line by line and explore the concerning red flags about Paul's character. This…

25. Dune: House Atreides Issues #7 and #8

    10 Sep 2021 · 1 h 21 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights and impressions of…

26. Book Club: Dune (Part 8)

    3 Sep 2021 · 1 h 18 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 689-740 of the novel. They explore Paul's growth throughout his journey and the Spacing Guild's monopoly on space travel. This episode contains NO…

27. Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam

    27 Aug 2021 · 1 h 19 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the incredible life of Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam, from her early years as an exceptional Bene Gesserit student to her rise to power and ultimate fall from grace. This episode contains…

28. Book Club: Dune (Part 7)

    20 Aug 2021 · 1 h 44 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 604-688 of the novel. They explore the brutal history of the Sardaukar and the tragic life of Alia Atreides. This episode contains NO SPOILERS for…

29. The Supporting Characters That Deserve More Love

    13 Aug 2021 · 1 h 05 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo dive deep into the lives of Princess Irulan, Staban Tuek, and other supporting characters in the Dune saga who deserve more time in the spotlight (and maybe even their own spin-off shows on HBO?) This…

30. Book Club: Dune (Part 6)

    6 Aug 2021 · 1 h 27 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 501-603 of the novel. They explore the painful history of the Fremen people and the deceitful and corrupt politics in the Imperium. This episode…

31. A Frame-by-Frame Analysis of the Official Dune Trailer

    30 Jul 2021 · 55 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo break down the Dune trailer frame-by-frame and analyze all the tiny details and lore nuggets you might have missed. Here's the hour-long conversation about a 3-minute trailer you didn't realize you needed.…

32. Book Club: Dune (Part 5)

    23 Jul 2021 · 1 h 21 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 421-500 of the novel. They explore the Fremen dream for the future of Arrakis and Paul's incredible knife fight against Jamis. This episode…

33. Here's What Was Shown at the Exclusive IMAX Dune Event

    22 Jul 2021 · 15 min · Explicit

    Leo went to the exclusive IMAX Dune event and got to see the first 10 minutes of the film and more! He called Abu the second he stepped out of the theater and shared his immediate reaction to what he saw. Put simply:…

34. The Dune Tarot

    16 Jul 2021 · 56 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo peer into the future and explore the Dune Tarot, a set of fictional tarot cards in the Dune universe that play a small but significant role in the history of the Imperium. This episode contains SPOILERS…

35. Book Club: Dune (Part 4)

    9 Jul 2021 · 1 h 27 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 327-420 of the novel. They explore the essential role of Mentats in the galaxy, the limitations of prescient visions, and the mistake of…

36. Dune: House Atreides Issues #5 and #6

    2 Jul 2021 · 1 h 05 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights and impressions of…

37. Book Club: Dune (Part 3)

    25 Jun 2021 · 1 h 12 min · Explicit

    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…

38. The Golden Path

    18 Jun 2021 · 1 h 15 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo unpack the single most important concept in the Dune universe: The Golden Path. In this comprehensive deep dive, they explain what it is, why it's necessary, and the themes Frank explored through it. This…

39. Book Club: Dune (Part 2)

    11 Jun 2021 · 1 h 14 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into pages 105-204 of the novel. They explore how Arrakis is shrouded in mysteries, what makes House Atreides different, and the burden of leadership on Duke…

40. Harq al-Harba, the Shakespeare of Dune

    4 Jun 2021 · 1 h 05 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the life of the greatest playwright in the Dune universe, Harq al-Harba. A man of humble beginnings, al-Harba rose to prominence with his celebrated plays about historic figures like Stilgar and…

41. Book Club: Dune (Part 1)

    28 May 2021 · 52 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo kick off their re-read of Dune with a deep dive into the first 105 pages of the novel. They explore how our protagonist Paul is special, break down the nefarious plot by the Harkonnens, and discuss our…

42. The Orange Catholic Bible

    21 May 2021 · 1 h 00 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo unpack the role that religion plays in the Dune universe by exploring the tumultuous history of the Orange Catholic Bible, a massive religious text that aimed to combine all human faiths into one book. You…

43. The Supporting Characters That Deserve an HBO Series

    7 May 2021 · 58 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo are joined by DanikaXIX to shine a light on the supporting characters in the Dune universe that deserve to have their stories explored in spin-off series. Please make it happen, HBO! This episode contains…

44. Dune Book Club and Mailbag Announcement

    23 Apr 2021 · 14 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo are re-reading Dune in preparation for the upcoming film and we're excited for you to read along with us! We also plan on doing regular mailbag episodes, so send us all of your silly and serious questions…

45. Gurney Halleck

    9 Apr 2021 · 57 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the inspiring life of Gurney Halleck, the greatest warrior-poet in the galaxy. From his childhood spent making music to his enslavement by the Harkonnens and eventual rise within the Atreides ranks,…

46. A high-priority message from CHOAM

    8 Apr 2021 · 2:01

    Gom Jabbar is evolving and we want to share a small update with our listeners. Stay tuned for some exciting announcements coming soon! This podcast is part of the Lore Party Podcast Network. Visit our site to learn…

47. Dune: House Atreides Issues #3 and #4

    26 Mar 2021 · 1 h 10 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo continue reading the Dune: House Atreides comic book, an ongoing prequel series that explores the decades leading up to the events of Dune. In this episode, they share their insights and impressions of…

48. Jodorowsky's Dune

    12 Mar 2021 · 1 h 11 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo unpack their complicated feelings about infamous avant-garde filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky's vision for his failed film adaption of Dune. Despite some bold choices and unique ideas, it seems clear…

49. Ixian vs Tleilaxu

    26 Feb 2021 · 1 h 15 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo explore the two wildly different approaches to science and technology in the Dune universe. While the Ixians cross the line with advanced machines, the Tleilaxu push the boundaries of morality with…

50. The Amtal Rule

    12 Feb 2021 · 55 min · Explicit

    Abu and Leo are joined by Elaine from Nerd Cookies to explore a philosophy that is core to the Dune universe: to truly know something, you have to push it beyond its limits. This idea is present across all the novels…