Need a little more reflection on The Handmaid’s Tale? Here’s 3 hours for ya! :) Thanks for all the wonderful feedback everyone. It’s been a truly fantastic, meaningful experience for us, and you guys were a huge part of that. Daphne will be leading a book club soon, probably in a couple weeks, starting with either The Handmaid’s Tale or The Testaments. If you’d like to take part, join our “The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday” Facebook group and look for a poll about it soon: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday Other than that, we hope to see you back for The Testaments TV series! Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum! Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Here we are, at the end! So much to talk about. Join Daphne, Wendy, and Jason to talk it out, and we’ll let the podcast speak for itself :) Note: We’ll have at least one and possibly two feedback-only episodes coming soon.  Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: Feedback on the last few episodes of The Handmaid’s Tale, and the series as a whole. You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What an exciting, eventful, and heartbreaking episode this week. Daphne and Jason are happy to be joined by Madeline (aka Red Leader Understudy) to talk it out. Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale series finale (*gulp*) S6E10 “The Handmaid’s Tale”. Once you’ve seen it, let us know your thoughts. We’ll be doing a feedback-only episode some time after the finale airs.  You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Some subverted expectations this week, but in the best way, as many are forced to reckon with their decisions and their behavior, with more to come next week. We’re happy to be joined this week by listener and frequent voice message leaver, Mai Almardini! Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E9 “Execution”. Once you’ve seen it, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Another great episode, emotional, with some highly disturbing moments, that sets us up for what we hope is an explosive one next week. Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E8 “Execution”. Once you’ve seen it, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode of Handmaids Tale: hosts Daphne, Wendy, and Jason dive into Season 6, Episode 6, "Surprise." Tensions run high as unexpected alliances form and shocking turns of events come to light, changing the game for everyone. They break down the biggest moments, explore character motivations, and share their predictions for what’s coming next. Don't miss their deep dive into this pivotal and emotional episode!  Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E7 “Shattered”. Once you’ve seen it, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Alright, we’ve had a nice few episodes where people were things were pretty calm, but things are going down now, and we’re here for it.  The Emergency Is Here (Ezra Klein getting real about the Abrego Garcia situation): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN1oBfg0fwI Join our group at The Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday, a place to talk about The Handmaid's Tale, and also a safe space to vent about the Trump administration, give each other support, and talk about what we can do to fight back and save our democracy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday    Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E6 “Surprise”. Once you’ve seen them, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Wendy, Daphne, and special guest Amye discuss The Handmaid’s Tale S6E4, “Promotion". Lawrence balances family life as he takes a big step while June's plans are challenged by Luke and Moira's desires for rebellion. Check out Amye’s podcasts at: littlemissrecap.com     Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E5 “Janine”. Once you’ve seen them, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome back, Handmaid’s Tale fans! In this episode of the podcast, Wendy, Jason, and Daphne break down the first three episodes of the last season of The Handmaid’s Tale on a marathon podcast covering the episodes “Train”, “Exile” and “Devotion”. The season sets a tense, emotionally charged tone as key characters’ grapple with trauma, power, and resistance.   The article discussed in the Mayday section of the podcast can be found here: https://www.wired.com/story/natal-conference-matchmaking/   The link to the Handmaid’s Tale: Mayday group discussed in the podcast can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1878842649553408   Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E4 “Promotion”. Once you’ve seen them, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Like a lot of you, we weren’t sure we were ready for another season of The Handmaid’s Tale, but going back through the events of the series for this recap, we were reminded of two things: 1. This show has moved on from the first couple of season when the characters couldn’t do much to react to their situation, and into a place where they’re fighting back, and that feels good. And 2. It’s just such a good show, and despite the current situation, it’s easy to get lost in. And we want to know how it ends! So join Wendy and Jason as we refresh you on everything that’s happened up until now, and explain how we’ll be approaching the podcast given what’s happening in the United States and in the world right now.  Nolite te bastardes carborundorum. Links: Take action against the Trump administration: Indivisble.org  Come join our private Handmaid’s Tale FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thtmayday Next up: The Handmaid’s Tale S6E1-3 “Train”, “Exile”, & “Devotion”. Once you’ve seen them, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to thehandmaidstale@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Show support and get ad-free episodes: patreon.com/jasoncabassi or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation (thank you!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Hey all, after a two-year break (!) we wanted to talk to you about how we think the world has become more like The Handmaid’s Tale since last we spoke, and what we can do to fight back, stop things from going further in that direction, and even reverse what’s already happened. Podcastica doesn’t usually get political, but among all our podcast listeners we think (and hope) that you’re the right audience to hear this. If you have thoughts about anything we said, we want to hear.Write to us at talk@podcastica.com. Links: Check whether you’re registered to vote, register if you’re not, and learn how to vote in your state: vote.org  Donate: actblue.com or votesaveamerica.com/donate  Volunteer: votesaveamerica.com/volunteer or votefwd.com  Thank you all!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In addition to some listener feedback about The Handmaid’s Tale season 5 finale, here’s an interview with the brilliant Bruce Miller, showrunner of The Handmaid’s Tale. Surprise! We talked about:  • How culpable (or not) Serena was in the creation of Gilead • What it was like for Yvonne Strahovski to play different sides of Serena this season • Yvonne’s relationship with Elisabeth Moss • Whether the show might give us more backstory on Mark Tuello in the future, and the nature of the relationship between Mark and Serena • Bradley Whitford directing an episode this season • How the directors, writers, actors, sound designers, and others work together to create the show • What Bruce wants music to accomplish in the show • Whether Wendy was right that Nick punching Lawrence in the face was staged • The nature of Nick and Rose’s relationship • How situations in the real world can inspire the story of the show • His thoughts on Mrs. Wheeler • What kind of show he’d like to produce next • And more! Thanks so much to all of you who watched and listened along with us this season. We love you guys! We may be back for some bonus episodes between seasons, and otherwise, we’ll definitely see you for season 6. Cheers :) You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What a rollercoaster ride of a finale, harsh, raw, artfully done, and deeply affecting. Listen as Daphne, Wendy, and Jason break it down, and we’ll be back later in the week to answer your feedback and maybe something more…. You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Since we’ve been getting more and more great comments and voice messages from you guys, we thought let’s split out feedback into its own episode and give you more time and consideration. Hope you enjoy! You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Everyone’s reaching for their goals this ep, as Serena clashes with Mrs. Wheeler (aka Serena 2.0) and then makes a break for it, the United States attempts a raid on Hannah’s “wife school”, and Lawrence makes a proposal.  You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

June and Serena’s parallel lives continue as they both struggle with whether to enter a dangerous situation to be near their children. Happy to welcome back our friend Dianna as guest co-host! You can also hear Dianna talking about The Walking Dead on the Aim for the Head podcast at https://aimfortheheadpodcast.libsyn.com  You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Wow. Incredible episode this week, eh? Enjoy the podcast :) You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

For anyone who’s favorite character was Commander Warren Putnam (so, that’s no one), this was a sad episode. We were fascinated seeing how Luke handled a bit of the Gilead treatment, and Serena too, for that matter. Happy to welcome our friend Kelly on with us for this episode.  You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Luke’s such a great singer, and it’s really nice to see June and Luke relaxing together and enjoying each other. What could go wrong?  You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This week it seems Serena and the ideals of Gilead seem to be gaining a foothold in Canada. NOOOOOO!!!!!! Does Serena ALWAYS get what she wants…? You can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com  Daphne, Wendy, and Jason would all appreciate it if you’d subscribe to our standalone Handmaid’s Tale podcast and help us move it up in the search results. • You can find that at https://podcastica.com/podcast/the-handmaids-tale-podcast  • Click “Where to Find Us” for links to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. • If you’re enjoying the podcast, please leave us a rating or a review. • Thank you! Daphne’s Run for Your Lives podcast: runforyourlivespodcast.com  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands