Resisting Gilead

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, Axel from the Daily DVR Podcasting Network joins us to talk about the Season 5 Finale of The Handmaid's Tale. We share our thoughts about the season, how Gilead is starting to show its cracks, June's murder face, and what might be in store for the final season with Serena and June heading to Vancouver on a train TOGETHER! Got a diaper? Because next season we're hoping June and Serena stir up some s***!

Trae joins the podcast this week to talk about S5 E9 - Allegiance - of The Handmaid's Tale. We talk about how the show has evolved into more political maneuvers, how much we detest Mrs. Wheeler, awkward marriage proposals, how both Gilead and Americans desire to use June as a political pawn, what Aunt Lydia may have planned for Janine, and more.

This week John Wombacher joins me again to discuss S5 E8 - Motherland - of The Handmaid's Tale. We start with Lawrence's greatest hits, talk about Serena's just desserts, the hesitancy around New Bethlehem, and our theories about who may have sent that tape of Hannah to June.

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, Michael Aaron from the One Mike YouTube channel joins me to discuss S5 E7 No Man's Land. We talk all about the birth and June's complex emotions around it, why everyone seems to be so mad at Luke (and really shouldn't be), if Serena has finally learned her lesson or if she will she stab June in the back again, the changes we're seeing in Gilead, and we throw down a big bet on who will be the next big villain in the show from here on out. Also, we talk about the trailer for next week, so SPOILER ALERT!

This week Jenn George, the founder of The Handmaid's Tale Discussion Group on Facebook, joins me to discuss S5 E6 of The Handmaid's Tale - Together. We discuss June giving Luke a crash course in how to survive while imprisoned, the changes starting to take root in Aunt Lydia, the demise of the creepiest Commander of them all, the rise of Lawrence's "Murder Puppy" and what's in store for our favorite girl-group - June & Serena. Now, "Go to your room" everyone, and listen to the pod!

This week on Resisting Gilead Jenni joins me to discuss S5 E3 - Fairytale - of The Handmaid's Tale. Is Jaeden really pure and innocent? Will Warren Putnam get the "yank" he deserves? Did anyone else get Deja Vu with Serena at the Wheelers from when June was her Handmaid? And, most importantly, is this going to be the end for June and/or Luke? We dive into all of this and more on this week's episode.

On this episode of Resisting Gilead DJ Timm Hines joins to discuss S5 E4 - Dear Offred. Does Lawrence really have a long-game, or does he just like to f-around and find out? Will Lydia really turn over a new leaf? Has Janine got her groove back? Will June, or Luke be the death of Serena, or is Serena in for it now that she's joined the Wheeler "household". Tune in and find out!!

In this episode of Resisting Gilead we talk about S5 E3 of The Handmaid's Tale, with a spoiler discussion about The Testaments starting at around the 59-minute mark. The Mayday reveal, awkward dinner conversations, and using feminine wiles on Mark Tuelo are discussed. Do you think Aunt Lydia will really change? How did you feel about Serena's big marriage plans going down like a led balloon? All this and more are discussed!

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, we discuss S5 E2 - Ballet. What did you think of Serena's master plan? Was Janine really protecting Esther? What is June growing? More questions about Nick's and Tuelo's past arise and we float a new Gilead catchphrase - Blessed be the chocolates!

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, Episode 1 of Season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale is discussed. Are we tired of June's murder face? What does Serena Joy have up her sleeve? Who wants to learn more about Mark Tuelo's past? And finally, the weirdest "love" triangle in Gilead history is floated.

This is a special episode of the Resisting Gilead podcast in which the overturning of Roe v. Wade is discussed

W. Axel Foley of the Daily DVR - A TV/Film Podcast and I cover the Season 4 finale of The Handmaid's Tale. Lawrence is an enigma, as ever, Serena's heart grows colder, June and Emily communicate in Handmaid speak, and Fred - as predicted - gets his just desserts.

Michael Aaron from the One Mike Podcast and I continue our conversation about The Handmaid's Tale by throwing out our theories and predictions about what will happen in the Season 4 finale of the show this week. We also read and discuss feedback sent in by Axel, John, and Andy. 4 out of 5 podders seem to agree that Fred, will be dead by the end of next week's show. What do you think?

This week I'm joined by Michael Aaron from the One Mike Podcast to talk about S4 E9 of The Handmaid's Tale - Progress. We discuss what Janine might be up to, the return of Esther/Mrs. Keyes (aka Murderous Baby June), OT's stellar performance as Luke this season & episode, how "Thoughts and Prayers" can have major consequences for all, and more.

This week I'm joined by Andy Theobald from the Daily DVR Podcasting family and the Westworld Cleanup Tech's Podcast to talk about S4 E8 of The Handmaid's Tale - Testimony. We discuss his fresh perspectives on the show, adoption, a variety of testimonies, Lawrence's "end game", the reality of who June, Emily, and Aunt Lydia really are, and more. There are some slight **SPOILERS** as about 19 minutes in I tell you who one of the three main characters in "The Testaments" is.

WARNING: This episode discusses sexual assault. This week I'm joined by Jenni from the Daily DVR Podcasting family to talk about S4 E7 of The Handmaid's Tale - Home. We discuss 5 years vs. 7 years, the dumpster fire that is Luke and June's relationship, question what the real deal between Mark Tuelo and Serena Joy might be, and talk about *that* scene. We also do a bit of theorizing about what's to come.

This week I'm on my own talking about S4 E6 of The Handmaid's Tale - Vows. I talk about the BFF reunion, my lukewarm feelings for Moira's girlfriend, question if Luke is really a jerk deep down, or if June is just afraid of disappointing him and do a little theorizing - the last one of which contains SPOILERS if you haven't watched the season trailers.

This week DJ Timm Hines joins me to cover S4 E5 of The Handmaid's Tale - Chicago. We discuss Aunt Lydia's new stature, Commander Lawrence's mind-f***ery, what it takes to regain one's power in Gilead, the dynamic duo - June and Janine, and the surprise character who shows up to 'fix' June at the end of the episode.

WARNING: This podcast episode discusses the topics of abortion and performing sexual acts for survival. This week I cover S4 E4 of The Handmaid's Tale - Milk. Discussed are Rita's newfound freedom, a cold, milky train ride in which June is plain awful, and the important and difficult choices Janine has had to make, both past and present. While there's no crying this week, I did talk about something I never thought I'd ever podcast about.

WARNING - Topics related to violence against women are discussed in this podcast. John Wombacher and I discuss S4 E3 of The Handmaid's Tale - The Crossing. We cover the creepy Lieutenant, June getting under Lydia's skin, the big reveal about what Gilead is really all about, and eye contact. I prove that there is crying in podcasting and we remember the characters we lost.

In this pod, W. Axel Foley from Daily DVR and I discuss S4 E2 of The Handmaid's Tale - Nightshade. We cover Moira dealing with June's "mess", Serena's big surprise, how to deal with skeevy Commanders, and question WTF is up with Nick.

NOTE: This Episode of Resisting Gilead discusses instances of Rape and Violence against women. We're back to discuss S4 E1 of The Handmaid's Tale on Resisting Gilead, with W. Axel Foley of the Daily DVR Podcasting Networking joining as co-host.

This episode sets the stage for Season 4 and gives some insight into what may be to come for conversations about the show and clash-ups or mash-ups with what's happening in the United States today

In this episode about S3 E13, Mayday, W. Axel Foley from the Daily DVR Podcast Network joins me to talk about the amazing and epic season finale. Join us in June’s house as we talk about Fred’s revenge, Serena’s downfall, Luke’s soul-crushing heartbreak, and June’s triumph and how she’s on a path to inspire the masses. I will be putting together a stand-alone feedback episode before the week is out, so if you want to be included, please send it to me by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, whatever timezone you are in. Email it to resistinggilead@gmail.com

It's the final countdown to the season finale of The Handmaid's Tale! In this episode about S3 E12 titled Sacrifice, we talk about June's motives behind the sacrifice she made, Moira's bad-ass confrontation with Serena Joy, and how we wish Fred would get what he really deserves!

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, Andrea, a friend of mine from college, joins me to discuss S3 E11 - Liars. We talk about Fred getting what he deserves, the very unexpected scene between June and High Commander Winslow, other elements from the season, and wonder what will happen next.

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, John Wombacher, a member of the Daily DVR podcasting community, joins me to discuss S3 E10 - Witness. We talk about Fred's obsession, June's crazy eyes, Commander Lawrence having to face the consequences of his actions head-on, and, of course, the critical difference between Scones and Muffins!

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, Heaven is a Place on Earth as we watch June descend into a downward spiral as she waits for ofMatthew's baby to be born. A former colleague of June's mom plays a role, Janine transforms into a resistor and a space pirate. June makes a big reveal - will we see her plan set into motion before the end of the season?

On this episode of Resisting Gilead I'm joined by Timm Hines, a member of The Daily DVR podcasting community, to discuss the latest episode of The Handmaid's Tale, Unfit. We dive into Aunt Lydia's backstory, the state of Gilead, and June's behavior - is this a blip or a major pivot for her character?

In this episode of Resisting Gilead we discuss S3 E7, "Under His Eye" in which June continues to dig herself into what will likely be an early grave. Please send any feedback you have, particularly theories about who Aunt Lydia was "before" to resistinggilead@gmail.com because next week a lot of our show will be all about Aunt Lydia! Apologies for the delay in getting this episode up - it was due to horrible allergies and general overall hatred for this episode.

In this episode of Resisting Gilead we discuss Season 3, Episode 6 of The Handmaid's Tale - Household. The Waterfords + June visit the city formerly known as Washington DC, we meet a High Commander, and we learn some very disturbing things. Not going to lie, this was a very rough and very emotional episode to watch and podcast about.

On this episode of Resisting Gilead I'm joined by W Axel Foley, the producer and host of 'The Daily DVR' and 'Big Little Lies" podcasts to discuss the latest episode of The Handmaid's Tale, Unknown Caller. "Commander" DJ Timm Hines provides feedback on the episode as well.

On this episode of Resisting Gilead we discuss S3 E4 of The Handmaid's Tale, get a little dark and twisty with some of the parallels between Gilead and our own society, say farewell to Sarah Huckabee Sanders (aka Aunt Lydia) and wonder if there's more significance to baby Nichole regarding the future destruction of Gilead and reestablishing The United States.

This episode we discuss Season 3, Episode 3 of The Handmaid's Tale, covering domestic violence and abuse, our new favorite onion Commander Lawrence, mother/daughter relationships, and how Serena and June are transforming.

During this episode, we discuss S3 E2 of The Handmaid's Tale titled "Mary and Martha". Aunt Lydia's back, Commander & Mrs. Lawrence are the new mystery to solve, and June goes all-in with The Resistance.

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, we cover the first episode of Season Three, "Night" and discuss our favorite scenes, acting moments, borderlines, sister resistors, and more.

In this episode of Resisting Gilead, I talk to my friend Rima about Women and Power (both in Gilead and in our lives today), Politics, and my favorite question "Who is Aunt Lydia?"

In this episode we discuss key moments from Season's 1 and 2, the theonomy of Gilead, and similarities in the Gilead society with what's happening in the U.S. Today. Images and Artwork by Nicole Wilson

This is a preview trailer for the Resisting Gilead podcast. Music track used is Gaia in Fog by Dan Bodan.