Buck MacKenzie is not just Roger’s strange time-travel companion in Outlander. He is Roger’s trauma turned into family: the man connected to Roger’s hanging, the son of Geillis Duncan and Dougal MacKenzie, a key part of the fairy man mystery, and one of the strangest bridges between Season 7, Roger’s father, and Season 8.
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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Outlander episode 7.16 – A Hundred Thousand Angels.
In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics, starting with the shocking reveal at the end about the possible return of Claire and Jamie’s deceased daughter, Faith. We debate the implications of this twist and speculate on the potential directions the story could go in season 8. We also chat the tender scene between Claire and John, Rollo, Bree and Roger, the complex relationship between Jamie, William, and Lord John, and Jamie’s reluctance to fully apologize.
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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Outlander episode 7.15 – Written In My Own Hearts Blood.
In this episode, we discuss Jamie’s dramatic actions to protect Claire after she is accidentally shot, the resolution of the storylines involving William, Lord John, and Ian, as well as the continued mystery surrounding Mandy, the “creepy weird kid”. We also analyze the emotional scenes between Jamie and Claire, praising the strong performances and cinematography. Additionally, we touch on the appearance of Frank’s book, speculating on its significance, and the overall momentum building towards the season finale.
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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Outlander episode 7.14 – Ye Dinna Get Used To It.
In this episode, we praise Diana Gabaldon’s handling of the writing, discuss the character development, particularly highlighting Lord John Gray’s encounters and the relationship between William and Jane. We also touch on the pacing of the episode, noting that while it may have felt like “heavy lifting” to set up future events, Gabaldon executed it with levity and care. We also debate cheese and mold, share our theories and predictions about where the story might be headed, particularly in regards to the ongoing conflict with the British.
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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Outlander episode 7.13 – Hello Goodbye.
In this episode, we discuss Rick Rankin’s performance in the scenes between Roger and his long-lost father, noting the nuanced character work. We also marvel at Rachel’s unexpected boldness on her wedding night to Ian, a heartwarming moment in the episode. Further, we applaud the well-paced, balanced approach that allows viewers to fully immerse themselves in character moments, such as the awkward yet tender Quaker wedding ceremony. However, we still express frustration over the lack of urgency surrounding the search for Lord John Grey, a character who has done so much for the Fraser family.
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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Outlander episode 7.09 – Unfinished Business.
In this episode, we chat the emotional heartbeat of the story — Murray reunion, the recast Jenny, and tense Claire-Jenny interactions. Analyzing Lolly Brock’s significance, we speculate on the “fairy man.” Reflecting on 10 years of podcasting, we share thoughts on Roger’s monologue and the impending Claire-Ian separation from Jamie. Highlighting episode “goods” and “bads,” they also present an “outlandish theory” about a potential threat to Rachel.
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Outlander Cast Hosts Mary & Blake recap and review the Outlander midseason finale – episode 7.08, “Turning Points”.
In this episode, we discuss if and how our characters grew from the beginning of the season, the differences between a cliffhanger and a jumping off point, and why Blake actually may surprised you with his assessment of the Benedict Arnold inclusion…
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Outlander Cast Hosts Mary & Blake recap and review Outlander episode 7.07, “A Practical Guide For Time Travelers”.
In this episode, we discuss the visual language of goodbyes and why they have to be genuine, why Buck might be the best thing to happen to Outlander in a while, and why they didn’t namedrop Geillis for funsies…
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Outlander Cast Hosts Mary & Blake recap and review Outlander episode 7.06, “Where The Waters Meet”.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of continuity, Jamie’s motivations, why it’s vital to make sure character informs plot and not the other way around, and why Blake would NEVER let Rob Cameron over for dinner…
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Outlander Cast Hosts Mary & Blake recap and review Outlander episode 7.05, “Singapore”.
In this episode, we discuss all the history geek stuff, why certain characters have been liberated by the split in time, and why Denzel and Claire finish each others sandwiches…
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