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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Lovecraft Country Radio episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Lovecraft Country Radio for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Lovecraft Country Radio episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
4: A History of Violence
Lovecraft Country Radio
09/07/20 • 49 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 4: "A History of Violence." The hosts follow the characters as they embark on another cross-country journey, adventure through secret underground tunnels, and grapple with their violent past.
This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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3: Holy Ghost
Lovecraft Country Radio
08/31/20 • 49 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 3: "Holy Ghost."
The hosts are joined by writer Daniel José Older to discuss the themes of spirituality and religion in the episode. They also dig into what it means to be a pioneer, celebrate black joy, and discuss the cultural inspirations for the episode. This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Count of Monte Cristo
Dracula
13 Ghosts
The Exorcist
Beloved
Shirley Caesar and Dorinda Clark
God's Monsters and H.P. Lovecraft's Uncanny Legacy
The My House series
Precious Ebony
100 Years of Weird Fear
Shadowscaper by Daniel José Older
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2: Whitey’s on the Moon
Lovecraft Country Radio
08/24/20 • 48 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 2: "Whitey’s On The Moon." The hosts map the characters’ stay at Ardham Lodge, where they discover magic as a tool of white supremacy. They also uncover family secrets and the power of lineage.
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1: Sundown
Lovecraft Country Radio
08/17/20 • 54 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss episode 1: "Sundown." The hosts explore the characters’ journey through sundown towns and map the horrifying links between racists and Shoggoths.
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Welcome To Lovecraft Country Radio
Lovecraft Country Radio
08/11/20 • 14 min
Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston talk about the inspiration behind the HBO series Lovecraft Country. They track the show's history from writer H.P. Lovecraft, to Matt Ruff's novel "Lovecraft Country" and Misha Green's TV adaptation. Shannon describes what it was like to be in the writers room and shares some of the works that influenced the show.
Ahead of the series premiere on August 16th, the hosts share what movies, books, and artists will serve as a primer before you dive into the world of Lovecraft Country.
Lovecraft Country Radio is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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Coming Soon: Lovecraft Country Radio
Lovecraft Country Radio
08/04/20 • 2 min
Lovecraft Country Radio is the official podcast for HBO’s Lovecraft Country. Every week, host Ashley C. Ford discusses Lovecraft Country with one of the show’s writers, Shannon Houston. Join them as they dig into what inspired the writers room and explore how the show's 1950’s setting reflects contemporary issues. Lovecraft Country Radio is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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5: Strange Case
Lovecraft Country Radio
09/14/20 • 45 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 5: "Strange Case." Eric Eddings, host of The Nod Show and For Colored Nerds, joins the conversation to discuss how black male anger is portrayed in the episode. The hosts also discuss the different forms that code-switching can take and what it means for a Black woman to be "interrupted." This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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6: Meet Me In Daegu
Lovecraft Country Radio
09/21/20 • 43 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 6: "Meet Me In Daegu."
First, they sit down with Jamie Chung, who plays Ji-ah, and discuss the episode's themes of monstrousness and the character's coming-of-age journey. Then, they're joined by Inkoo Kang, TV critic for The Hollywood Reporter, to discuss representation of America and Imperialism in the episode. This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
Recommendations:
Films:
A Tale of Two Sisters (2003) dir. Kim Jee-won
Train to Busan (2016) dir. Yeon Sang-ho
Books/Essays:
Slaughterhouse 5 by Kurt Vonnegut
Kim Jiyoung, Born In 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
A Kim Jong-Il Production by Paul Fischer
My Family’s Shrouded History Is Also A National One for Korea by Alexander Chee (NYT)
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7: I Am
Lovecraft Country Radio
09/28/20 • 52 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 7: "I Am." The hosts discuss Hippolyta's journey as she travels through the multi-verse. They talk about self-exploration as therapy and Shannon gives her insider perspective on being one of the lead writers on the episode. This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Afropessimism by Frank B. Wilderson III
Fugitivity and the Border to Social Death by Paula Von Gleick
In Search of Our Mother's Gardens by Alice Walker
Lemonade by Beyonce
Aunjanue Ellis' The Clark Sisters and Undercover Brother
Pleasure Activism written and gathered by Adrienne Maree Brown
FKA Twig's Two Weeks music video
Pillar Point's Dove music video
Dreams Deferred by Langston Hughes
A Wrinkle in Time directed by Ava DuVernay
Fast Color directed by Julia Hart and starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw.
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8: Jig-A-Bobo
Lovecraft Country Radio
10/05/20 • 64 min
In this episode of Lovecraft Country Radio, hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 8: “Jig-A-Bobo.” The hosts discuss Dee’s journey following the death of her best friend, and the adult characters who abandon her while in the midst of their own chaos. Then, they sit down with film scholar and producer Tananarive Due discuss the episode’s relationship to horror. This podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
Recommendations:
Organizations Supporting Black Youth:
The Hustlers Guild
Black Girls Code
Wings
Films:
Child’s Play (1988)
Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
It Follows (2015)
The Girl With All The Gifts (2016)
Anatomy of Wings (2020)
Books:
Spare the Kids by Dr. Stacey Patton
Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriett Beacher Stowe
Misc.
Naomi Wadler’s Speech at the March for our lives (2018)
Topsy and The Golden Fleece (Sculpture by Alison Saar)
The Langston League Lovecraft Syllabus
Self Care: Back That Azz Up (Juvenile)
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FAQ
How many episodes does Lovecraft Country Radio have?
Lovecraft Country Radio currently has 15 episodes available.
What topics does Lovecraft Country Radio cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, After Shows and Tv & Film.
What is the most popular episode on Lovecraft Country Radio?
The episode title '4: A History of Violence' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Lovecraft Country Radio?
The average episode length on Lovecraft Country Radio is 41 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lovecraft Country Radio released?
Episodes of Lovecraft Country Radio are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Lovecraft Country Radio?
The first episode of Lovecraft Country Radio was released on Aug 4, 2020.
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