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  • Bonus episode: Bruce Miller talks Season 5

    Bonus episode: Bruce Miller talks Season 5
    Dec 4 2022
    The Handmaid's Tale showrunner, executive producer, and friend of the podcast, returns to Eyes On Gilead to reflect upon all of the events of Season 5 of the show. Now that we know what we know, he doesn't have to hold back! This is a must-listen for all fans of The Handmaid's Tale. What now for June? And Serena? And what did we glean about Hannah this season? There is an obvious spoiler alert for listeners: you must be up to date with all episodes of The Handmaid's Tale season five.
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    57 min
  • 'Safe' (510) recap

    'Safe' (510) recap
    Nov 9 2022
    We have just watched episode 10 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. The finale! This episode is called 'Safe' and it was written by Bruce Miller, and directed by Elisabeth Moss: Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its supporters in Toronto. This episode gives us so many character moments to wrap up for the season. Settle in for (over)analysis and predictions! Don't forget to tell us your own thoughts and theories. Use the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    1 ora e 19 min
  • Bonus episode: Stephen Kunken (aka 'Commander Warren Putnam')

    Bonus episode: Stephen Kunken (aka 'Commander Warren Putnam')
    Nov 8 2022
    As we wait for the finale of The Handmaid's Tale season 5, Fiona and Sana meet Stephen Kunken, whom we all know and loathe as Commander Warren Putnam. Stephen jumps into our Zoom room for a great chat to discuss the joys and the challenges of playing the villainous Commander in Gilead (and that's saying something). He also shares the backstory he invented for his character all of those years ago. It's a must-listen for all fans of The Handmaid's Tale. We couldn't let the passing of such a memorable character go without incident! Tell us what you make of it by using the the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @Sana_Qadar)
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    36 min
  • 'Allegiance' (509) recap

    'Allegiance' (509) recap
    Nov 2 2022
    We have just watched episode 9 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale (this cannot be the penultimate episode of the season). It’s called 'Allegiance' and it was written by Eric Tuchman and directed by Bradley Whitford (perhaps you've heard of him): June and Luke prepare for a rescue mission. Serena experiments with new tactics to have it all. There's so much to discuss within this episode, let's get to work. Don't forget to tell us your own thoughts and theories. Use the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    1 ora e 11 min
  • 'Motherland' (508) recap

    'Motherland' (508) recap
    Oct 26 2022
    We have just watched episode 8 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. This season is going too fast. This episode is called 'Motherland' and it was written by Yahlin Chang, and directed by Natalia Leite: June (Elisabeth Moss) receives an extremely tempting offer from a surprise visitor. Meanwhile, Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski) finally hits rock bottom and begins a desperate search for allies…any allies. This episode gives us so much of that world-building that we know and love, and some revealing moments into Lawrence. Join us for a deep dive and some wild predictions. Don't forget to tell us your own thoughts and theories. Use the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    57 min
  • 'No Man's Land' (507) recap

    'No Man's Land' (507) recap
    Oct 19 2022
    We have just watched episode 7 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. It's called "No Man's Land" and it was written by Rachel Shukert and directed by Natalia Leite: "Alone and isolated, June and Serena must labour together for both to survive." (Wink). There are multiple call backs to previous episodes, and previous encounters between June and Serena. DO YOU UNDERSTAND US?! This episode touches on so many items on our season 5 checklist! We need the debrief, how about you? Tell us your own reactions and theories on Twitter. Use the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    45 min
  • 'Together' (506) recap

    'Together' (506) recap
    Oct 12 2022
    We have just watched episode 6 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. It's called "Together" and it was written by Katherine Collins and directed by Eva Vives: June teaches Luke the basics of survival. Serena tests the hospitality of The Wheelers. And Aunt Lydia makes a surprising discovery. It's a big one this week and we need the debrief, how about you? Tell us your own responses and theories on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    1 ora e 3 min
  • 'Fairytale' (505) recap & O-T Fagbenle (aka 'Luke) interview

    'Fairytale' (505) recap & O-T Fagbenle (aka 'Luke) interview
    Oct 5 2022
    We have just watched episode 5 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. It's called “Fairytale” and it was written by J. Holtham and directed by Eva Vives: June and Luke venture into unfamiliar territory in search of information. Serena gets to know her new hosts. There is SO much going on in this episode, and with Luke playing such a large role, we need to talk it out with O-T Fagbenle. Stay to the end to listen to the valuable insights of the one and only Luke Bankole. Tell us your own responses and theories on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)
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    51 min