The Lovecraft Country Podcast

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston break down the season finale of Lovecraft Country and all its narrative throughlines. Then, they sit down with showrunner Misha Green and actor Jurnee Smollett to discuss what went into making the show.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston follow the characters as they unpack generational trauma while traveling through space and time in Episode 9. They also sit down with actor Aunjanue Ellis to discuss Hippolyta's journey this season.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Dee's journey following the death of best friend. Then, they sit down with film scholar Tananarive Due to talk about Episode 8's relationship to horror.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Hippolyta's travels through the multiverse in Episode 7. They also talk about self-exploration as therapy, and Shannon gives her insider perspective on being one of the lead writers on the episode.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston sit down with actor Jamie Chung to chat about her character's coming-of-age journey in Episode 6. Then, they're joined by TV critic Inkoo Kang to discuss representation of America and Imperialism in the show.

Eric Eddings joins hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston to discuss how Black male anger is portrayed in Episode 5. Ashley and Shannon alos examine code-switching and what it means for a Black woman to be "interrupted."

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 4 of Lovecraft Country. They follow the characters as they embark on another cross-country journey, explore secret underground tunnels, and grapple with their violent past.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston are joined by writer Daniel Jose Older to discuss the themes of spirituality and religion in Episode 3. They also dig into what it means to be a pioneer, celebrate Black joy, and more.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 2 of Lovecraft Country. They 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.

Hosts Ashley C. Ford and Shannon Houston discuss Episode 1 of Lovecraft Country. They explore the characters' journey through sundown towns and map the horrifying links between racists and shoggoths.