The Lovecraft Country Podcast

Watch The Lovecraft Country Podcast

  • 2020
  • 1 Season

Every Sunday, Ashley C. Ford and Lovecraft Country writer Shannon Houston discuss the latest episode of the series.

The Lovecraft Country Podcast is a series that ran for 1 seasons (10 episodes) between August 16, 2020 and on

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Full Circle
10. Full Circle
October 18, 2020
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.
Rewind 1921
9. Rewind 1921
October 11, 2020
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.
Jig-a-Bobo
8. Jig-a-Bobo
October 4, 2020
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.
I Am.
7. I Am.
September 27, 2020
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.
Meet Me in Daegu
6. Meet Me in Daegu
September 20, 2020
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.
Strange Case
5. Strange Case
September 13, 2020
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."
A History of Violence
4. A History of Violence
September 6, 2020
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.
Holy Ghost
3. Holy Ghost
August 30, 2020
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.
Whitey's On the Moon
2. Whitey's On the Moon
August 23, 2020
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.
Sundown
1. Sundown
August 16, 2020
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.
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Where to Watch The Lovecraft Country Podcast
The Lovecraft Country Podcast is available for streaming on the website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Lovecraft Country Podcast on demand at Max, Prime and Hulu.
  • Premiere Date
    August 16, 2020