Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast
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One Season Wonders & Merchandising Misgivings
28 juli 2026 · 56 min
On this episode we discuss the cancellation of The Boroughs, created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews who of course created Age of Resistance. Lees meer
Sydnni also shares a magical encounter with puppeteer, performer and Vice-President of Development and Production for Jim Henson Company John Tartaglia.
The conversation then turns to recently licensed Dark Crystal merchandise from ZOX and bring up the recent merchandise misgivings and much more!
Shownotes
Zox
https://zox.co/collections/dark-crystal-collection
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Incoming Dark Crystal Merch, The Boroughs & Why Puppets Are Having a Moment!
22 juni 2026 · 1 uur 17 min
Note: This episode was recorded before the cancellation announcement for The Boroughs. Lees meer
In this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni return to talk all things The Dark Crystal, reflecting on the enduring patience of the fandom, and why Age of Resistance may have arrived just before its perfect cultural moment.
They discuss how the world of The Dark Crystal continues to find new audiences, the legacy of Will Matthews and Jeffrey Addiss, and their latest Netflix series The Boroughs. The conversation also explores recent Dark Crystal merchandise, questions around officially licensed apparel, the Chamberlain mask from Bit Bot Media, and the wider resurgence of fantasy and sci-fi puppetry in films like Project Hail Mary and Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Plus, Phil and Sydnni share their continuing hopes for the future of the franchise and why now might be the perfect time for The Dark Crystal to make the world in its light once more.
Shownotes
Bull Airs: The Dark Crystal Collection
https://www.bullairs.com/thedarkcrystalBit Bot Media: The Dark Crystal Collection
https://www.bitbotmedia.com/pages/the-dark-crystalBit Bot Media: The Chamberlain Skeksis Latex Mask & Print
https://www.bitbotmedia.com/products/the-dark-crystal-the-chamberlain-latex-mask-printOktober Studios
https://oktoberstudios.com/The Dark Crystal masks by Don Post Studios
https://muppet.fandom.com/wiki/The_Dark_Crystal_masks_(Don_Post)Contact
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Interview: From The Dark Crystal to The Boroughs with Will Matthews & Jeffrey Addiss
24 mei 2026 · 39 min
This interview contains SPOILERS for The Boroughs! Lees meer
Sydnni welcomes back writers and showrunners Will Matthews and Jeffrey Addiss to discuss their brand new Netflix series The Boroughs.
In this conversation, Will and Jeffrey talk about how their work on The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance helped lead to their collaboration with the Duffer Brothers, the origins of The Boroughs, and the process of creating an original sci-fi adventure about aging, time, monsters, memory, and found family.
They also dive into building the show’s “Gray Rebellion,” writing older characters as heroes rather than punchlines, the real world inspirations behind the retirement community, working with an incredible ensemble cast, their cameo in the series, and the production’s sustainability efforts.
The Boroughs is out now on Netflix.
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Dark Crystal Wins Music Award and Jim Henson Exhibition going to Australia
9 maart 2026 · 36 min
Phil and Sydnni are back with a Dark Crystal catch-up full of exciting news. In this episode, they celebrate the award-winning expanded The Dark Crystal soundtrack from La-La Land Records, revisit why Trevor Jones’ score remains such an essential part of the film’s magic, and reflect on their earlier conversation with Tim Greiving. They also discuss Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company, the major exhibition heading to Brisbane’s QAGOMA, and share their excitement about what fans might discover there. To close, they spotlight The Boroughs, the upcoming Netflix series from The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, and take a moment to celebrate the wider creative family behind one of their favourite fantasy worlds. Lees meer
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Games and Stuff Acquires the Crystal of Truth: Interview with Paul (Julien’s Auction Winner)
30 januari 2026 · 35 min
In this episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, Phil and Sydnni return for a brand new year and welcome a very special guest Paul Alexander Butler from Games and Stuff. Lees meer
Paul joins us to tell the incredible story of how he unexpectedly became the owner of the screen-used Crystal of Truth from The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance after Julien’s Auction. From bidding drama and surprise emails to shipping a seven-foot prop like a priceless artifact, this is a true collector’s quest, and a win for the entire Dark Crystal community.
We also talk about fandom, storytelling spaces, tabletop gaming culture, and why it matters that this legendary prop will be displayed publicly for fans to experience.
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Games and Stuff - https://www.gamesandstuffonline.com/
ICV2 article - https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/61212/games-stuff-acquires-the-dark-crystal-propContact
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Is The Dark Crystal a Halloween Movie?
7 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
This episode, hosts Phil and Sydnni return to the Dreamspace to dive into a spirited discussion just in time for the spooky season — could The Dark Crystal actually be considered a Halloween movie? With Fathom Events bringing Jim Henson’s fantasy classic back to theatres in October, the hosts explore the film’s darker tones, eerie atmosphere, and the haunting beauty that makes it a perfect addition to any Halloween watchlist. Lees meer
From mysterious trailers that once scared theater audiences in 1982, to the film’s near-Christmas release and its potential as both a Halloween and Christmas classic, Phil and Sydnni unpack the uncanny magic that makes The Dark Crystal timeless. Along the way, they share updates from the wider Henson world and reflect on how the changing seasons — both in life and in Thra — always bring new reasons to return to The Dark Crystal.
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The Dark Crystal with Fathom Entertainment
https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/the-dark-crystal-2025/
The Labyrinth Experience
https://www.labyrinth-experience.com/
Juliens Auctions
https://www.juliensauctions.com/en/auctions/the-jim-henson-company-70th-anniversary-auction
Labyrinth Experience
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Peace and Passion: The Heretic and The Wanderer Discussion on Jim Henson Presents
5 augustus 2025 · 51 min
On this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni return for a deep dive into The Heretic and The Wanderer, a four-part Dark Crystal comic story from the Jim Henson Presents anthology. Lees meer
Join them as they explore the long-awaited reunion of SkekGra and UrGoh as we unpack both the lore and the emotional weight behind the characters’ journeys. The hosts reflect on how the story builds on themes from Age of Resistance, and examine the comic’s visual style, narrative decisions, and connection to the broader Dark Crystal mythos.
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At the End of All Things #Tavronica and License to Charm
4 juni 2025 · 48 min
On this episode of Dreamspace, Phil and Sydnni reunite to discuss the recent explosion of Dark Crystal merchandise and—most thrilling of all—the new stories emerging from the Jim Henson Presents comic series with their main focus on At The End of All Things. Lees meer
Main Highlights:
🎉 Catching up on Dark Crystal happenings since April
💍 Discussion on the stunning new Skeksis & Mystic ring by Licensed to Charm
💜 Sydnni’s love for amethyst and the design inspirations behind the jewelry
🛍️ The ever-growing line of merch: from fragrance and coffee and much more.
📚 A deep dive into “At the End of All Things”, the new comic story featuring Tavra and Onica
🔮 Dreamfasting, lore alignment with the YA novels, and speculation on Age of Resistance’s future.
🔗 Links & Mentions:
Licensed to Charm – Official Jewelry
Jim Henson Company Official Shop
Dark Crystal Comics via BOOM! Studios
📬 Connect with Us:
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Merchandise of The Dark Crystal
15 april 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Phil and Sydnni return to celebrate an exciting wave of Dark Crystal goodness! From the stunning expanded soundtrack release to an explosion of new merch (plushies and glow-in-the-dark joggers to name a few). Lees meer
They chat:
Highlights from their interview with Tim Greiving on the remastered soundtrack
Amazing apparel from Cavity Colors, Fun.com, and Shop.Henson.com
Hype for upcoming Jim Henson Presents featuring Tavra and Onica #Tavronica
A surprise encounter with Mike Quinn in Australia from Phil and much more...
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The Dark Crystal 3CD Limited Edition
Cavity Colors
Fun.com
Shop.Henson.com
Jade City Foods
Weta Workshop
Devon Draws
Comicbook.com
Gizmodo
Truffle ShuffleContact
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From Abbey Road to Thra: The Journey of The Dark Crystal’s Expanded Soundtrack
17 maart 2025 · 55 min
In this special episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, hosts Phil and Sydnni are joined by music journalist and self-described “film music evangelist” Tim Greiving. Dive deep into the story behind the surprise release of 2025 on The Dark Crystal: Expanded Motion Picture Soundtrack, a project that was years in the making. Tim shares the surprising origins of how the project began and along the way, Tim reflects on his passion for film scores, collaborations with the Jim Henson Company, and the twists and turns that nearly kept this definitive soundtrack from ever seeing the light of day. Also Tim reveals more details about the Jen and Kira's love theme song that was hinted from the liner notes. Lees meer
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Tim Greiving
https://timgreiving.com/The Dark Crystal: Expanded Limited Edition (3 CD Set)
https://lalalandrecords.com/the-dark-crystal-expanded-limited-edition-3-cd-set/John Williams: A Composers Life - September 2025 by Tim Greiving
https://www.amazon.com/John-Williams-Composers-Tim-Greiving/dp/0197620884/Contact
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The Great Con-Junction Recap
6 maart 2025 · 40 min
Join us for a special episode of Dream Space: A Dark Crystal Podcast as we dive into the magic of The Great Conjunction—the ultimate Dark Crystal fan convention! Host Phil is joined by guests Lily, Jessica, Joe and Toby Philpott, sharing their unforgettable experiences from the event. Lees meer
From behind-the-scenes stories, meeting legendary creators, and witnessing the love for The Dark Crystal franchise in full force, this episode is a heartfelt look at what makes the fandom so special.
Hear firsthand accounts of the convention’s highlights, including incredible encounters with The Dark Crystal community, the thrill of experiencing the convention as both fans and industry contributors, and the lasting impact of this growing event. Plus, listeners share their own stories of what made The Great Conjunction so memorable.
If you were at the event or just want to relive the excitement, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Stay tuned for more Dream Space, and don’t forget to reach out to us at darkcrystalpodcast@gmail.com to share your own convention memories.
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Joe Parmenter
www.instagram.com/the_heretic_and_the_wandererToby Philpott
www.instagram.com/toby.phJessica Jelks
www.fancifulquill.comLily Rose
www.instagram.com/odd_person4
The Great Con-Junction
www.thegreatconjunction.comThe Labyrinth Experience
https://www.labyrinth-experience.com/Contact
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Soundtrack gets Expanded and The Great Con-Junction is almost upon us
30 januari 2025 · 28 min
On this episode, Phil covers the latest updates in The Dark Crystal, including the highly anticipated expanded limited edition soundtrack from La-La Land Records, featuring never-before-heard compositions from Trevor Jones. He also talks about the upcoming The Great Conjunction, detailing its exciting panels, guest appearances, and suggests a recommended tip as well. Lees meer
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the world of Thra, Dreamspace is your gateway to the stories, music, and magic that make The Dark Crystal timeless.
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The Great Con-Junction
www.thegreatconjunction.comThe Dark Crystal: Expanded Limited Edition CD
https://lalalandrecords.com/the-dark-crystal-expanded-limited-edition-3-cd-set/Contact
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Instagram – www.instagram.com/darkcrystalpodcast#DarkCrystalPodcast #DreamspacePodcast #TheDarkCrystal #DarkCrystal #Fantasy #AgeOfResistance #JimHenson #FantasyPodcast #Dreamspace #TrevorJones #OST #LalalandRecords
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New Year, New Name: Exploring Jim Henson Presents #1 and Counting Down to The Great Con-Junction
13 januari 2025 · 55 min
In this first episode of Dreamspace: A Dark Crystal Podcast, your hosts Phil and Sydnni guide you into the spirit realm of Thra as they unveil a fresh chapter in their podcasting journey. Reflecting on the evolution from Trial By Stone to Dreamspace, they share the inspiration behind the name change, their passion for the mystical world of The Dark Crystal, and their vision for fostering a community of dreamers united by love for this iconic franchise. Lees meer
The episode delves into the highly anticipated Jim Henson Presents comic series, exploring the first issue’s story featuring The Heretic and The Wanderer. Phil and Sydnni discuss its themes, character arcs, and connections to the lore of Thra, while theorizing about what’s to come in future issues.
Listeners are also treated to a preview of the upcoming The Great Con-Junction event at Elstree Studios, where fans will gather to celebrate The Dark Crystal. Phil shares his exciting news about attending the convention, while reflecting on the significance of this final gathering for fans of the beloved series.
Join the conversation as Phil and Sydney encourage fans to share their thoughts on the new comic, their hopes for the future of The Dark Crystal, and their dreams for this ever-evolving fantasy universe.
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The Great Con-Junction
www.thegreatconjunction.comSurviving Black Saturday - Philip's documentary in 2009
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSNKFwaYp8sResources for LA. fires
These local organizations are collecting resources for LA residents affected by the fires.
All Power Books @allpowerbooks
The volunteer bookstore is open and acting as a drop-off and pickup site for donations.
It's Bigger Than Us @itsbiggerthanus_
This nonprofit is turning its headquarters into a distribution hub that will deliver water to various locations.
Milo's Sanctuary @milos_sanctuary
The animal nonprofit is boarding small and large animals and their human companions.
LA Times "How to help those affected by fire…
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End. Begin. All The Same feat. Zay from Thames Con
17 december 2024 · 1 uur 20 min
On this final episode of Trial By Stone: The Dark Crystal Podcast, Phil and Sydnni chat to Zay from Thames Con to chat about The Great Con-Junction in February 2025 and whats on offer during the weekend for the final Dark Crystal convention. Lees meer
We also chat about the 4K physical release of The Dark Crystal, Jade City Foods with series 2 of their hot sauces alongside with hot chocolates and coffee, Licensed to Charm with Dark Crystal line of jewelry, Boom Studios with Jim Henson Presents... and much more.
Thanks everyone for listening to last 10 years of Trial By Stone.
Shownotes
Digital Bits Review of The Dark Crystal 4K From Shout Studios
https://thedigitalbits.com/item/dark-crystal-limited-shout-2024-uhdThe Great Conjunction
www.thegreatconjunction.comDark Crystal Hot Sauces
https://jadecityfoods.com/products/dark-crystal-hot-sauce-5-pack-series-2Dark Crystal Hot Chocolates
https://jadecityfoods.com/products/dark-crystal-hot-chocolate-3-packDark Crystal Coffee
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Dark Crystal on 4K and 5 years of Age of Resistance
22 september 2024 · 1 uur 3 min
On this belated delayed episode of Trial By Stone (the episode was recorded early September, sorry), there was a lot of Dark Crystal to talk about recently including the following; Lees meer
Dark Crystal on Disney Plus / Hulu
Dark Crystal Physical Release in November from Shout Studios
Our Spicy takes on less of Dark Crystal presence from their social medias in general (more so before they announce the physical release of the film)
We talk about physical media and the impacts it’s been having lately.
Phil’s and Sydnni’s nostalgia trip through VHS and DVD era.
The lack of more new special features for the 4K release of The Dark Crystal.
Phil’s expectation of the sole only new bonus feature.
The price point of The Dark Crystal on 4K.
The Great Con-Junction coming back next year with tickets on sale.
The likelihood of us being at the next Great Con-Junction.
Talk about 5 years of Age of Resistance and how great it was around the release of the show.
The impact of the shows cancellation had on us personally and what Phil's level of expectation is for a continuation of Age of Resistance.
Shownotes
The Dark Crystal on 4K at Shout! Factory - https://shoutfactory.com/collections/labyrinth-dark-crystal
The Dark Crystal on 4K (Walmart Exclusive) - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Dark-Crystal-Walmart-Exclusive-Limited-Edition-Steelbook-4K-Ultra-HD-Blu-ray-Family-Shout-Factory/9175901487
The Great Con-Junction - www.thegreatconjunction.comContact
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Celebrating 10 years of Dark Crystal podcasting
29 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
On this episode hear stories from Philip and Sydnii on the history of the podcast, including the following; Lees meer
Origins of the podcast
The influence of Dark Crystal . Com and the resurgence of the franchise with YA novels in the early years.
Philip criticising his early years and building more confidence within himself over the years.
What was the episode that Phil felt made the show worked in the early years.
How Phil and Jaimie first met and talk about their Dark Crystal documentary film that didn’t get made and why that was the case and could one possible happen today?
*Philip refers to the film as being released in 1983, which he was referring to the Australian release of The Dark Crystal.
How the Adventure Game brought more legitimacy to the podcast.
Find out which early episode interview helped Phil in advance of its release (not Age of Resistance, Phil did try to get advance screeners from Netflix to no avail)
Phil’s regret on not completing one of the books roundtable shows.
How 2017 was a beginning of things to come for the podcast and Phil’s thoughts on Age of Resistance with the antipation of the show.
The Facebook Live Video
A time capsule episode to release in the future?
Sydnni’s fan art exclusives on Patreon and one of her favourite fan art pieces outside of Patreon that she created.
Phil reveals the download numbers over the ten years and even comparing downloads from 2018, 2019 and beyond.
And much more! Our 5 year anniversary Age of Resistance discussion will happen, stay tuned.
Shownotes
Every episode of Trial By Stone (obviously)
Noristoryart on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/noristoryartContact
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Jim Henson: Idea Man Review, The Great Con-Junction Returns and Numbers revealed for Age of Resistance
4 juni 2024 · 36 min
On this jam packed episode of the podcast. Phil and Sydnni share their thoughts on Jim Henson: Idea Man documentary that was recently released on Disney+ directed by Ron Howard, what we liked, didn't like and what we felt was missing in the documentary and much more. Lees meer
We also reveal the viewing hours numbers from July to December 2023 for Age of Resistance and discuss about the announcement of dates for The Great Con-Junction in 2025.
Shownotes
Jim Henson: Idea Man on Disney+
The Great Con-Junction
Netflix Numbers for Age of Resistance July to December 2023
Brian Jay Jones on Trial By Stone (Episode 8 in 2015!)Contact
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Interview with Beccy Henderson
29 april 2024 · 1 uur 9 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat to Beccy Henderson, the main puppeteer behind Deet and several characters on The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Lees meer
Shownotes
Beccy Henderson YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@YoungsterBeccy
Contact
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The Dark Carrousel: Dark Crystal News for March 2024
26 maart 2024 · 43 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat about recent going ons relating to The Dark Crystal, including Louis Leterrier’s launch of a production company Carrousel Studios, to the press event celebrating the 4K digital release of The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth, shout out to Thames Con on their upcoming Neverending Fantasy Convention and also thinking ahead for the upcoming 5 year anniversary of The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Lees meer
Shownotes
‘Lupin’ Star Omar Sy, ‘Fast X’ Director Louis Leterrier and Producer Thomas Benski Launch Production Company Carrousel Studios
https://variety.com/2024/film/global/lupin-omar-sy-louis-leterrier-thomas-benski-production-company-carrousel-studios-1235941996/
Neverending Fantasy Con
https://www.neverendingfantasycon.com
The Future of The Jim Henson Company Has The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth in Its DNA
https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/jim-henson/the-dark-crystal-labyrinth-the-jim-henson-company-interview
Dark Crystal 4K Issues
Speculation: The Dark Crystal 4K Re-Issue in 2022 and video issues that SHOULD be fixed!
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Shouting Faeries: Dark Crystal News for January 2024
16 januari 2024 · 53 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat about recent news related to Dark Crystal over past few months, we talk about Faeries tv show in development with the Froud's, JHC and Amazon, the numbers revealed from Netflix for Age of Resistance between Jan to June 2023 and the Shout Studios distribution deals with the Jim Henson Company titles including Labyrinth and of course The Dark Crystal.
Shownotes
Amazon MGM Studios, Jim Henson Company to Develop Series Based on Brian & Wendy Froud’s Faeries (EXCLUSIVE)
https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/amazon-mgm-studios-jim-henson-company-faeries-series-brian-wendy-froud-1235812780/
What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report
https://about.netflix.com/en/news/what-we-watched-a-netflix-engagement-report
Shout! Studios Lands Exclusive Rights To Distribute ‘Labyrinth,’ ‘The Dark Crystal’ & Other Jim Henson Company Titles
https://deadline.com/2024/01/jim-henson-movies-labyrinth-the-dark-crystal-acquired-shout-studios-1235694059/
Women of Science Fiction: Wendy Froud | Womanica
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70hODeHkiWY
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Dark Crystal Perfumes and Odyssey World Tour
19 november 2023 · 55 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat about what they've been up to last few months as to why the podcast was on a break of sorts. We also talk about perfumes, the world wide tour of The Dark Crystal Odyssey with dates announced for 2024, The Great Con-Junction chatter and much more. Lees meer
Shownotes
Dark Crystal Purfume Oils
https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/product-category/the-dark-crystal/
Dark Crystal Odyssey Calendar Dates
https://waynemcgregor.com/calendar
The Great Con-Junction - Steven Garlick and Brian Meehl
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IoEPTwVO3o
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Dark Crystal Tarot Deck and Hot Sauces
16 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 10 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni are back chatting Dark Crystal. Lees meer
We hear Sydney's thoughts on the Dark Crystal sauces from Jade City Foods, poke fun at recent rumours about Labyrinth TV show in the works and we delve into The Dark Crystal Tarot Guidebook and Deck from Insight Editions.
Shownotes
Hot Sauces - https://jadecityfoods.com/pages/dark-crystal
Tarot Deck and Guidebook - https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Dark-Crystal-Tarot-Deck-and-Guidebook/Insight-Editions/9798886630657
Labyrinth Experience - https://www.labyrinth-experience.com
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Age of Existence: Would Age of Resistance ever be removed on Netflix?
22 juli 2023 · 20 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, host Philip raises his concerns on the state of streaming services, with other platforms starting the trend of removing their own original series of films and tv shows months after release or cancellation, would Netflix dare to follow suit with their own Original Series of shows that are cancelled like The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance? Lees meer
Hear his thoughts on the issue, whether it might happen or not.
Also a shoutout to all the writers and now actors with the strikes that are happening in US.
Trial By Stone supports you.Contact
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Fan reactions to UniVerse: A Dark Crystal Odyssey
31 mei 2023 · 47 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni are joined by two fans, Zay from Thames Con / the Great Con-Junction and Ellie @moos_hues on Instagram to chat about their time seeing UniVerse: A Dark Crystal Odyssey, from Studio Wayne McGregor at the Royal Opera House in London. We hear their thoughts, the reactions from critics and fans and much more. Lees meer
Shownotes
UniVerse: A Dark Crystal Odyssey
https://www.roh.org.uk/tickets-and-events/the-dark-crystal-odyssey-by-wayne-mcgregor-details
The Labyrinth Experience
https://www.labyrinth-experience.com/
Ellie on Instagram
www.instagram.com/moos_hues
Contact
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What The Thra Is Going On
22 april 2023 · 52 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni catch up with what we’ve been up to and why there’s been lack of podcasting content lately, long story short, life has been busy for us both.
We find out some Dark Crystal encounters from Wonder Con from Sydnni and some possible merchandise in the works. We also discuss about the controversy and demise behind The Dark Crystal: The Card Game from River Horse Games, more cancellations from Weta Workshop with The Dark Crystal mini epics Chamberlain and Aughra, hear lot of pitches from ourselves on what direction The Jim Henson Company could be doing to keep The Dark Crystal alive and thriving and so much more. Lees meerContact
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The Dark Crystal Minute 39
16 maart 2023 · 18 min
Hosts Philip and Sydnni are back at it again to break down every minute of The Dark Crystal, one episode at a time. Lees meer
Minute 39, we cover from 38:00 to 39:00 of the film.
Transition to family of Nebrie at the swamp to being Roast Nebrie at the Skeksis banquet as they begin their feast.
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The Dark Crystal Minute 38
1 maart 2023 · 22 min
The Dark Crystal Minute is finally back again! After seven month long break, hosts Philip and Sydnni are back at it again to break down every minute of The Dark Crystal, one episode at a time. Lees meer
Minute 38, we cover from 37:00 to 38:00 of the film.
Jen is introduced to a Nebrie, to Kira’s name and also Fizzgig. Soon after they leave the swamp.
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Bringing positivity back into Dark Crystal
22 februari 2023 · 30 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni wanted to briefly chat about the news from cancellation of Tavra collectible from Weta Workshop to bringing the positivity into The Dark Crystal with the podcast moving forward. Lees meer
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Sometimes good, sometimes bad. Dark Crystal news for February 2023.
8 februari 2023 · 57 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat about Co-CEO of Netflix Ted Sarandos' comments on 'cancelling successful shows' and how it relates to Age of Resistance as well as updates on Universe: A Dark Crystal Odyssey. We also discuss about upcoming collectible statues from Weta Workshop and whether they support NFTs or not based on their recent newsletter. Also two card related titles are coming out as well from River Horse Games and Insight Editions later this year. It’s a spicy episode as we break it all down on the show. Lees meer
Shownotes
Ted Sarandos Interview "We have never cancelled a successful show"
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-01-21/netflix-ceo-reed-hastings-steps-down-interview-with-greg-peters-ted-sarandos
Universe: A Dark Crystal Odyssey
https://www.roh.org.uk/tickets-and-events/the-dark-crystal-odyssey-by-wayne-mcgregor-details
Weta Workshop Newsletter on Dark Crystal NFT's
https://email.wetanz.co.nz/6XI1-892D-127D9BF2EDE4730245Y9JP7195714DE5E7F775/cr.aspx
Weta Workshop's unlisted Dark Crystal video on NFT's
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aybR_VYSjzE
Tara the Gelfling from Weta Workshop
https://www.wetanz.com/us/tavra-the-gelfling
The Dark Crystal: Card Game
https://toywiz.com/the-dark-crystal-card-game/
The Dark Crystal Tarot Deck and Guidebook
https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Dark-Crystal-Tarot-Deck-and-Guidebook/Insight-Editions/9798886630657
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Interview with Zay from The Great Con-Junction
25 januari 2023 · 1 uur 9 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chat to Zay to chat about the biggest Dark Crystal event of 2022 that she was involved in making it all happen and hear some of her stories throughout the convention and much more. Lees meer
Shownotes
The Great Con-Junction
www.thegreatconjunction.comContact
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Interviews from the Great Con-Junction
16 januari 2023 · 46 min
On this episode, hear Phil's interviews that were recorded from The Great Con-Junction. Guests include James Reedie, Jaime Prater and Toby Froud, J.M. Lee, Cory Godbey, Erin Rado, Jack Caesar, Alice Dinnean, Eliane Torralba, Caseen Gaines, Kristin Dalleske and Victor Yerrid. More coverage to come from The Great Con-Junction in the future. Stay tuned for our interview with Zay next week. Lees meer
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Chatting with fans from The Great Con-Junction – Part 3
9 januari 2023 · 34 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, we chatted to three fans of the show about their experience attending The Great Con-Junction over the weekend. We chat more about what happened on Sunday. Lees meer
This is part 3 of our chat.
Shownotes
Hannah on Instagram
www.instagram.com/hannahlmedia
Joe on Instagram
https://instagram.com/the_heretic_and_the_wanderer
Fran on Instagram
www.instagram.com/fran.ellen412
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Chatting with fans from The Great Con-Junction – Part 2
22 december 2022 · 26 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, we chatted to three fans of the show about their experience attending The Great Con-Junction over the weekend. We chat more about what happened on Saturday. Lees meer
This is part 2 of our chat, stay tuned for part 3
Shownotes
Hannah on Instagram
www.instagram.com/hannahlmedia
Joe on Instagram
https://instagram.com/the_heretic_and_the_wanderer
Fran on Instagram
www.instagram.com/fran.ellen412
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Chatting with fans from The Great Con-Junction - Part 1
14 december 2022 · 40 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, we chatted to three fans of the show about their experience attending The Great Con-Junction over the weekend. Lees meer
This is part 1 of our chat, stay tuned for part 2 and probably part 3 as well.
Shownotes
Nick Foulk on Instagram
www.instagram.com/foulkvoegeliHannah on Instagram
www.instagram.com/hannahlmedia
Joe on Instagram
https://instagram.com/the_heretic_and_the_wanderer
Fran on Instagram
www.instagram.com/fran.ellen412
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The Great Con-Junction
23 november 2022 · 1 uur 40 min
On this very special episode of Trial By Stone, Phil, Sydnni, Jaime and James come together to chat about the greatest Dark Crystal convention event that happened less than two weeks ago "The Great Con-Junction". Lees meer
Join us as we chat about the event, what we got up to during the weekend, how our Dark Crystal quiz panel went, highlights from the convention and so much more.
If you attended the convention and would love to tell your story send us an email and we'll get you on future episode of the podcast as we'll be covering a lot about the convention for many episodes to come.
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More updates on The Great Con-Junction
7 november 2022 · 16 min
On this short episode of Trial By Stone, Phil chats about the Great Con-Junction, the Dark Crystal Trivia Panel and his expectations on season 2 update on the weekend. Lees meer
See you in L.A this weekend at the Great Con-Junction!
Follow us on social media pages for updates with the podcast.
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Legends Of Thra: SkekMal
27 oktober 2022 · 50 min
In this episode, James and Jaime get back together after a bit of a break to talk about SkekMal and his place in Dark Crystal lore. The duo also cover the coming Great Con-Junction, celebrating 40 years of Dark Crystal. This was a fun and lively episode. Enjoy! Lees meer
Shownotes
www.thegreatconjunction.com
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Updates on the podcast
25 oktober 2022 · 7 min
Hey everyone, this is a short episode just explaining why we haven't been releasing episodes of the podcast. Long story short, life's been busy for us and have been working hard on our panel for the Great Con-Junction. Lees meer
New episode of Legends of Thra will be out soon and am going to re-release old episodes of the podcast in anticipation for The Great Con-Junction. We'll let you know when we'll do another live show.
Shownotes
www.thegreatconjunction.com
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The Great Con-Junction Live Show with Zay, Jaime, Sydnni and Phil
19 september 2022 · 1 uur 2 min
On his episode of Trial By Stone, we appeared on a live show on The Great Con-Junction Facebook page to chat about the convention, what some plans that are happening and also guest announcements that was first time hearing guest announcements as well and much more! Lees meer
Shownotes
Watch the video presentation https://fb.watch/fE7UNcc7TQ/
Buy Tickets to The Great Con-Junction
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-great-con-junction-dark-crystal-40th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-381009970077
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Words That Stay: Interview with voices of Jen and Kira from The Dark Crystal Part 3
9 september 2022 · 17 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chatted to the voices behind the iconic characters from The Dark Crystal, Lisa Maxwell (Kira) and Stephen Garlick (Jen). Lees meer
This is part 3 of the interview
Buy Tickets to The Great Con-Junction
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Legends of Thra: The Creatures of Thra
2 september 2022 · 1 uur 5 min
In this episode, Jaime and James talk about the creatures that populate the world of Thra. From the delicate Pluff'M, to the Landstriders and the Crystal Bats, they leave no stone unturned. Creating creatures to populate a world that does not exist was a monumental task for those who worked on the original 1982 film, and the colossal television show that's available on Netflix. We hope you enjoy this hour long dive into a world unlike any other. What is your favorite creature? Lees meer
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Words That Stay: Interview with voices of Jen and Kira from The Dark Crystal Part 2
31 augustus 2022 · 35 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chatted to the voices behind the iconic characters from The Dark Crystal, Lisa Maxwell (Kira) and Stephen Garlick (Jen). Lees meer
This is part 2 of the interview and part 3 will conclude the interview with Stephen and Lisa.
Buy Tickets to The Great Con-Junction
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Words That Stay - Interview with voices of Jen and Kira from The Dark Crystal Part 1
24 augustus 2022 · 37 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni chatted to the voices behind the iconic characters from The Dark Crystal, Lisa Maxwell (Kira) and Stephen Garlick (Jen). Lees meer
This is part 1 of the interview and is expected to be in three parts.
Buy Tickets to The Great Con-Junction
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The Dark Crystal Minute 37
30 juli 2022 · 23 min
Hosts Philip and Sydnni break down every minute of The Dark Crystal, one episode at a time. Lees meer
Minute 37, we cover from 36:00 to 37:00 of the film.
Jen and Kira continue their dreamfasting and Kira helps Jen out of the mud.
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Great Conjunction, Garthim Climbing and Creators of Age of Resistance collaborate with the Duffers
19 juli 2022 · 1 uur 9 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni have brought Zay, the organiser behind the upcoming Dark Crystal convention, The Great Con-Junction. We chat about the two day event, get some ideas on what'll occur and much more. Lees meer
Phil and Sydnni also chat about Dan Dewhirst's (Garthim performer from Age of Resistance) charity climb fundraiser and also the news on Jeff Addiss and Will Matthews working on an original series with the Duffer Brothers.
Shownotes
The Great Con-Junction
https://www.thegreatconjunction.comThe Great Con-Junction on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheGreatConJunctionThe Great Con-Junction travel Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230541767797650Dan Dewhirst Charity Climb Fundraiser
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/DanDewhirstJeff Addiss and Will Matthews original series with Duffer Brothers
https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/stranger-things-spinoff-stage-play-netflix-duffer-brothers-1235310165/Contact
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Legends of Thra: The Gelflings Part Two
12 juli 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
James and Jaime come back together after a bit of a break to discuss the Gelflings yet again. In this episode we get into Gelfling lore, and mythology and their larger place in the story of The Dark Crystal. We hope you enjoy! Lees meer
Shownotes
The Great Con-junction
https://www.thegreatconjunction.comThe Great Con-junction on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheGreatConJunctionThe Great Con-junction travel Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230541767797650Contact
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The Great Con-Junction is coming to L.A in November!
7 juli 2022 · 1 uur 5 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, hosts Phil and Sydnni chat a lot of Dark Crystal news and updates. The controversy continues with NFT announcement through Jim Henson Company social media channels, the official soundtrack being removed digitally off music streaming platforms, new Dark Crystal apparel clothing coming soon from Fright Rags and of course the official announcement of The Great Con-Junction coming to L.A in November 2022 to celebrate 40 years of The Dark Crystal. Lees meer
Shownotes
NFT post from Selkie Selenite
https://www.instagram.com/p/CfLVto2qZpz/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Fright-Rags Dark Crystal range
https://www.fright-rags.com/collections/the-dark-crystalThe Great Con-junction
https://www.thegreatconjunction.comThe Great Con-junction on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheGreatConJunctionThe Great Con-junction travel Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230541767797650Contact
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Dark Crystal NFT’s? Garthim from Weta Workshop and a visit to the Jim Henson Creature Workshop
16 juni 2022 · 1 uur 6 min
On this episode of Trial By Stone, Phil and Sydnni have special guest Eliane Torralba on the show.
We chat about recent announcement on Dark Crystal NFT's, a controversial topic that we break it down and what it all means and our takes on it. Weta Workshop has Garthim available to pre-order, hints on future Dark Crystal convention from The Great Con-Junction and stories from Eliane's visit to the US with Sydnni from Monsterpalooza to ending up visiting the Jim Henson Creature Workshop. Lees meerShownotes
The Jim Henson Company Partners with Quidd to Release The Dark Crystal NFTs
https://www.henson.com/the-jim-henson-company-partners-with-quidd-to-release-the-dark-crystal-nfts/Labyrinth NFTs: The Henson Company’s Worst Decision
https://toughpigs.com/labyrinth-nfts-bad-idea/Weta Workshop Garthim Pre-Order
https://www.wetanz.com/shop/figures/garthimThe Great Con-Junction on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheGreatConJunctionEliane Torralba on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/eliane.torralba/Contact
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The Dark Crystal Minute 36
9 juni 2022 · 25 min
Hosts Philip and Sydnni break down every minute of The Dark Crystal, one episode at a time. Lees meer
Minute 36, we cover from 35:00 to 36:00 of the film.
Jen and Kira meet for their first time and as Kira lends her hand to Jen to lift him from the swamp, they go into Dreamfasting, as they share their memories of their past and upbringing.
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The Dark Crystal Minute 35
1 juni 2022 · 27 min
Hosts Philip and Sydnni break down each minute of The Dark Crystal, one episode at a time. Lees meer
Minute 35, we cover from 34:00 to 35:00 of the film.
Jen gets closer and closer to the creature and Jen jumps at the sight of Fizzgig and lands in the mud. The stranger appears in her cloak and reveals herself.
Shownotes
Cheryl Henson Interview
https://darkcrystalpodcast.com/episode-47-feat-cheryl-henson/Contact
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