Eyes On Gilead: A Handmaid's Tale Podcast
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About
Join Fiona Williams, Haidee Ireland, Sana Qadar, and Natalie Hambly every week with SBS' award-winning The Handmaid's Tale companion podcast, Eyes on Gilead. There is a lot going on in this series and we think it helps to talk it out at the end of every episode. BEST COMPANION PODCAST - FINALIST - 2022 New York Festivals Radio Awards BEST ARTS & CULTURE PODCAST - BRONZE AWARD - 2020 Australian Podcast Awards BEST FANCAST - 2019 Australian Podcast Awards
Episodes
- Eyes On Gilead Live + The Handmaid's Tale S6 Finale Watch Party
This episode features a live recording of a recap for The Handmaid's Tale S6 finale, including audience Q&A. The hosts reflect on the show's moments and predictions.
- Daina Reid on directing episodes of The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 (Interview)
Director Daina Reid shares insights into her direction of The Handmaid's Tale episodes, covering her work through the years and specific details about Season 6. She also clarifies character motives.
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 10 Finale Recap
Eyes On Gilead recaps the series finale of The Handmaid's Tale, Season 6, Episode 10, discussing June's reflections and future decisions. Host Fiona also identifies an easter egg in the episode.
- The Handmaid's Tale Costume Designer Leslie Kavanaugh (Interview)
Costume designer Leslie Kavanaugh discusses her work on seasons 5 and 6 of The Handmaid's Tale, including the evolution of color palettes and specific character costumes, in this interview recorded on set.
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 9 Recap
The Eyes On Gilead team discusses episode 609 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled "Execution". They recap June's confrontation with Gilead's crackdown and consider the implications for the final episode.
- O-T Fagbenle on playing Luke Bankole in The Handmaid's Tale (Interview)
In this interview, O-T Fagbenle discusses playing Luke Bankole in The Handmaid's Tale. He reflects on Luke's experiences as a refugee and his involvement with Mayday, also touching on the Team Luke or Team Nick debate.
- Blessed Be the Finale: Come and Say Goodbye to The Handmaid's Tale with Eyes On Gilead Live
Eyes On Gilead is hosting a live podcast recording and watch party to celebrate the finale of The Handmaid's Tale, an Emmy® Award-winning series. The event will be held in Sydney and is hosted by SBS Australia.
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 8 Recap
This episode recaps Season 6, Episode 8 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Exodus'. Key events include Serena's major commitment, June and Moira's dangerous plan, and interactions between Aunt Phoebe and Aunt Lydia.
- D'Arcy Carden on playing Aunt Phebe in The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 (Interview)
D'Arcy Carden joins Eyes On Gilead to discuss her role as Aunt Phebe in The Handmaid's Tale Season 6. Recorded on the Toronto set, the interview covers her experience playing the character and being a fan of the show.
- Ever Carradine on Playing Naomi in The Handmaid's Tale (Interview)
Ever Carradine, who plays Naomi Putnam/Lawrence, discusses her role in The Handmaid's Tale in this interview. She shares insights into Naomi's relationships with other characters and her personal inspirations for the role. The interview wa…
- Bruce Miller on The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 So Far
Bruce Miller, creator of The Handmaid's Tale, joins Fiona to discuss the ongoing sixth and final season. Topics include the June and Serena dynamic, Moira's expanded role, and the evolving characters of Luke and Nick.
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 7 Recap
This podcast episode recaps Season 6, Episode 7 of The Handmaid's Tale, where June reacts to a shocking revelation and Serena makes future plans. The hosts discuss the episode's themes of 'goodies' and 'baddies' and human nature.
- Warren Littlefield on The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 and The Testaments (Interview)
In this bonus episode, The Handmaid's Tale executive producer Warren Littlefield talks with Fiona about the final season's production, the new joint showrunners, the connection between the show and its spin-off The Testaments, and a '90s s…
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 6 Recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps Season 6, Episode 6 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Surprise.' The recap covers June's hiding place and discusses the show's characters, featuring spoilers for the episode.
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 5 Recap
This episode recaps Season 6, Episode 5 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Janine.' It covers June and Moira's undercover mission, Serena and Nick's significant decisions, the conflict among High Commanders, and the potential outcome of Luke'…
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 4 Recap
This episode recaps Season 6, Episode 4 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Promotion.' It covers June's actions disrupting rebel plans, Commander Joseph Lawrence's increasing influence, and the introduction of a new antagonist. The hosts disc…
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 3 Recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps Season 6, Episode 3 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Devotion.' It covers the return of Aunt Lydia, speculates on character fates with spicy predictions, and shares a fun fact about director David Leste…
- The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episodes 1 and 2 Recap
The Eyes On Gilead podcast recaps the first two episodes of The Handmaid's Tale Season 6, "Train" and "Exile." The hosts discuss a major moment and the introduction of a new character.
- A Handmaid's Tale Series Refresher, and Our Season 6 Predictions
The Eyes On Gilead podcast recaps the first five seasons of The Handmaid's Tale in preparation for the final season. Hosts Fiona, Haidee, Natalie, and Sana discuss key moments and share predictions for season 6.
- Coming Soon: The Handmaid's Tale Season 6
Eyes On Gilead is launching a new season of podcast episodes to cover The Handmaid's Tale Season 6. They will recap episodes after they air on SBS On Demand and will feature special guests, stars, and creators.
- Bonus episode: Bruce Miller talks Season 5
In this bonus episode of Eyes On Gilead, showrunner Bruce Miller discusses the events of Season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale. Miller reflects on the season's plot points and characters, including June, Serena, and Hannah.
- 'Safe' (510) recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps season 5, episode 10, titled 'Safe'. The analysis covers plot points involving June protecting her family from Gilead in Toronto and offers predictions for the next season.
- Bonus episode: Stephen Kunken (aka 'Commander Warren Putnam')
In this bonus episode of Eyes On Gilead, hosts Fiona and Sana interview Stephen Kunken, the actor who plays Commander Warren Putnam. Kunken discusses the challenges of portraying the villainous Commander and shares the backstory he created…
- 'Allegiance' (509) recap
This episode recap covers Season 5, Episode 9 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Allegiance.' The episode, written by Eric Tuchman and directed by Bradley Whitford, features June and Luke preparing for a rescue mission and Serena experimentin…
- 'Motherland' (508) recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead discusses Season 5, Episode 8 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Motherland.' The recap covers June receiving an offer, Serena Joy hitting rock bottom, and reveals about Lawrence, along with predictions.
- 'No Man's Land' (507) recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps Season 5, Episode 7 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled "No Man's Land." The recap covers the episode's plot where June and Serena are isolated and must collaborate to survive, noting callbacks to previous…
- 'Together' (506) recap
This episode recap covers Season 5, Episode 6 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Together.' It details June's survival lessons for Luke, Serena's interactions with the Wheelers, and a significant discovery made by Aunt Lydia.
- 'Fairytale' (505) recap & O-T Fagbenle (aka 'Luke) interview
This episode recaps "Fairytale," episode 5 of season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale. It includes an interview with O-T Fagbenle, the actor who portrays Luke, discussing his character's large role in the episode.
- 'Dear Offred' (504) recap
This episode recap of 'Dear Offred' (Season 5, Episode 4) from Eyes On Gilead covers June's internal conflict, Serena's adaptation to Toronto, and Aunt Lydia's care for Janine. The hosts dissect the episode's moments and encourage listener…
- Bonus episode: Madeline Brewer (aka 'Janine')
This bonus episode features an interview with Madeline Brewer, who plays Janine in The Handmaid's Tale. Brewer shares insights into her character's journey in season 5, with discussion of plot details from episodes 501-503.
- 'Border' (503) recap
This podcast episode recaps season 5, episode 3 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Border'. It covers plot points including June and Moira's journey to the border, Serena Joy's attendance at a dinner party, and Aunt Lydia's prayer for Janine.
- Bonus episode: Sam Jaeger (aka 'Mark Tuello')
In this bonus episode of Eyes on Gilead, Sam Jaeger, the actor behind Agent Mark Tuello, joins the podcast. He provides unique insight into his character, who represents what remains of America.
- 'Ballet' (502) recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps 'Ballet,' Season 5, Episode 2 of The Handmaid's Tale. Key events include June and Luke attending a ballet, Serena's goodbye to Fred, and Janine, Esther, and Aunt Lydia at the Putnam house.
- 'Morning' (501) recap
This episode recaps "Morning," the Season 5 premiere of The Handmaid's Tale. It covers June's actions after killing Commander Waterford and Serena Joy's reaction to her husband's death.
- New season preview: Recapping 'The Handmaid's Tale' season 5
Eyes On Gilead returns to recap season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale, starting September 15 in Australia. Hosts Fiona, Natalie, Haidee, and Sana will provide episode recaps and insights from the show's stars and creators.
- Bonus episode: Emmy nominee Mckenna Grace (aka 'Esther Keyes')
Eyes On Gilead interviews Emmy nominee Mckenna Grace, who plays Esther Keyes. She discusses her character's story, filming specific scenes, future plot points, and her role in Ghostbusters: Afterlife.
- Bonus episode: Emmy Nominee Adam Taylor (The Handmaid's Tale Composer)
In this bonus episode, Eyes On Gilead interviews The Handmaid's Tale composer Adam Taylor about his Emmy nomination for the score of episode 403, 'The Crossing'. Adam discusses his process for creating the iconic sounds of the show.
- Bonus episode: Emmy Nominee Burton LeBlanc (The Handmaid's Tale S4 Head of Makeup Dept)
This bonus episode features an interview with Burton LeBlanc, Head of Makeup Department for The Handmaid's Tale. LeBlanc discusses the evolution of character makeup throughout the series, from flashbacks to life in Gilead, and his Emmy nom…
- Bonus episode: Emmy Nominee Debra Hanson (The Handmaid's Tale S4 Costume Designer)
In this bonus episode of Eyes On Gilead, costume designer Debra Hanson discusses her Emmy-nominated work on season 4 of The Handmaid's Tale, sharing insights into specific costumes like the prison uniform and an outfit for Fred.
- Bonus episode: Liz Garbus interview
Director Liz Garbus joins Eyes On Gilead to discuss the season 4 finale of The Handmaid's Tale, 'Wilderness.' She shares insights into how her work on justice system stories and survivor narratives informed her direction, and details an al…
- Bonus episode: Bruce Miller interview / Season 4 recap
In this bonus episode, Eyes On Gilead features an interview with series creator Bruce Miller about The Handmaid's Tale season 4. Miller reflects on key storylines, answers fan questions, and discusses character arcs impacted by COVID.
- 'Wilderness' (410) recap
Eyes On Gilead recaps Season 4 Episode 10, 'Wilderness,' where June objects to Fred's plea bargain and pursues her own form of justice.
- 'Progress' (409) recap
This episode covers season 4, episode 9 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Progress'. It details June and Luke's efforts to save Hannah, involving Lawrence and Nick, while Serena and Fred receive visitors. Additionally, Janine assists Aunt Ly…
- 'Testimony' (408) recap
This episode of Eyes On Gilead recaps 'Testimony' (S4E8) of The Handmaid's Tale. The recap covers June confronting Fred and Serena in court, Emily facing her past, and Lawrence's actions, while exploring the theme of justice for victim-sur…
- Bonus episode: Yahlin Chang interview
This bonus episode features an interview with Yahlin Chang, writer for 'Home' and executive producer for The Handmaid's Tale. Chang discusses her contributions to the series, including specific episodes and character developments.
- 'Home' (407) recap
This podcast episode recaps "Home," Season 4, Episode 7 of The Handmaid's Tale. It discusses June's adjustment to freedom, her reunion with loved ones, and her confrontation with Serena, with mentions of the writer and director.
- 'Vows' (406) recap
This episode covers Season 4, Episode 6 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled 'Vows', written by Dorothy Fortenberry and directed by Richard Shepard. The recap discusses June's contemplation of freedom following a reunion and her confrontation wi…
- 'Chicago' (405) recap
This episode recap covers Season 4, Episode 5 of The Handmaid's Tale, titled "Chicago." It details June's search for rebels, Janine's integration into a survivor group, Moira's first aid mission, and explores the significance of a painting…
- 'Milk' (404) recap
This episode recaps "Milk," season 4, episode 4 of The Handmaid's Tale. It covers June and Janine's escape attempt, a flashback to Janine's past, Serena's manipulation of Rita, and Moira's role. The episode also touches on themes of consen…
- 'The Crossing' (403) recap
This episode covers The Handmaid's Tale Season 4 Episode 3, 'The Crossing.' It details June's capture, interrogation by Aunt Lydia, and the efforts of Nick and Lawrence to protect her, while Luke grapples with how to help June and Hannah.