Ep.1: Lovecraft Country - Podcast Introduction

Ep.1: Lovecraft Country - Podcast Introduction

Author: Shat on Entertainment July 18, 2020 Duration: 7:26

Want "Lovecraft Country" broken down in an hour or less? We're the team to do it. Shat on TV returns after covering three seasons of HBO's "Westworld" and the racially charged "Watchmen" to explore the horror, science, and civil rights issues of Jordan Peele and J.J. Abrams' ambitious TV project. We mix in audience letters and voicemail, plus insights from the Matt Ruff novel that inspired the series.

Subscribe Now

Help Support the Podcast


Join the team at Shat on Entertainment as they dive deep into the world of Lovecraft Country. This podcast offers a detailed, episode-by-episode analysis of the ambitious HBO series from Jordan Peele and J.J. Abrams, blending cosmic horror with the brutal realities of 1950s America. Each discussion unpacks the show's complex layers-its commentary on race, its science fiction and horror roots, and its exploration of civil rights-all while drawing insightful connections to the original Matt Ruff novel that inspired it. The conversation is enriched by audience letters and voicemails, creating a dynamic and community-driven dialogue. Listeners will find a thorough breakdown of the series' themes and narrative choices, typically wrapped up in under an hour. It's a continuation of the team's focused approach, following their previous deep dives into shows like "Westworld" and "Watchmen." For anyone looking to better understand the social and genre-bending significance of "Lovecraft Country," this podcast provides an engaging and thoughtful companion to the viewing experience.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 13

Lovecraft Country
Podcast Episodes
Ep.3: Lovecraft Country - 101 - Sundown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:08
Our "Sundown" Deep Dive explores the breakneck pace and refreshing attitude of Lovecraft Country's debut episode. We examine the racist legacy of H.P Lovecraft, the legendary voice of James Baldwin, and the principle of…
Ep.2: Lovecraft Country - Season 1 Primer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:36
Before you watch HBO's "Lovecraft Country," get the breakdown on what it's about, who's in it, how it was made, and why the big names behind it really make a difference. Millions have listened to Shat on TV coverage of "…