DiscoverStory Archives, a TV and Film Podcast'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'
'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'

'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'

Update: 2025-07-22
Share

Description

Welcome back to another episode of Foundation by Story Archives, hosted by Mario Busto and Zachary Newton. In this episode, they delve into season three, episode two titled 'Shadows in the Math.' Mario and Zachary discuss Gail's emerging leadership role in the Second Foundation, Harry's decision to abandon cryosleep, and the complex plots involving Brother Day, Dusk, and Don. The conversation explores the ominous new super weapon likened to a 'death star,' the intricate relationships between the characters, and future developments involving the mule. The episode also highlights the importance of upcoming alliances and the potential existence of unknown life forms that could impact psychohistory. Both hosts share their favorite characters and scenes, shed light on the significance of key moments, and reflect on the narrative direction under new showrunner Ian Goldberg.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:42 Gail's Role in the Second Foundation01:24 The Mule and the Third Crisis01:59 Empire's Secret Plots03:47 Gail's Monologues and Present Day10:15 Harry's Journey and Mystical Elements19:02 Speculations and Theories26:19 Character Dynamics and Future Predictions32:54 Investment Talk and Closing Remarks33:44 Robinhood IPO Opportunity34:19 Meme Coin Supercycle Thesis34:43 The Mule's Hedonistic Side35:49 Game of Thrones vs. Foundation36:36 Cali's Mysterious Origin37:49 Psychohistory and Harry's Plan41:54 The Invictus Mystery45:27 Black Holes and the Universe47:52 Gail and Don's Alliance52:33 New Showrunner for Foundation55:59 Favorite Characters and Scenes01:02:00 Outro and Personal Updates

Comments 
00:00
00:00
x

0.5x

0.8x

1.0x

1.25x

1.5x

2.0x

3.0x

Sleep Timer

Off

End of Episode

5 Minutes

10 Minutes

15 Minutes

30 Minutes

45 Minutes

60 Minutes

120 Minutes

'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'

'Foundation' S3E2 'Shadows in the Math'

Story Archives