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What Frank’s “Deadeye” Dedication Really Means In Outlander

Frank’s “Deadeye” dedication works emotionally because it turns his book from a taunt into a father’s warning for Brianna. But the reveal is also sloppy as hell, because there is no believable reason Claire or Brianna never noticed the dedication page before now.

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Where The Ridge Stands This Week: Outlander Fans Can Breathe Again, But They Still Don’t Fully Trust The Show

After Outlander Season 8 Episode 8, fans can finally breathe again. This week’s Ridge temperature checks the reaction to Jamie and William’s hug, Ron Moore’s writing, Fanny hearing the buzzing, Marsali’s exit, Lord John’s trap, and the lingering trust issues after Episode 8.07.

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“Ratings Are For Shows That Don’t Break Your Trust” | Outlander: 8.08 Listener Feedback

Mary & Blake discuss listener feedback for Outlander Season 8 Episode 8, “In The Forest,” including Jamie and William’s hug, Fanny hearing the buzzing, Ron Moore’s writing, Lord John’s trap, and whether the final season is trying to build an Outlander universe before landing the main story.

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Outlander Season 8 Episode 8 Review: “In The Forest” Finally Puts An Adult At The Table

Outlander Season 8 Episode 8, “In The Forest,” finally feels like classic Outlander again. We break down how Ronald D. Moore’s writing brings back the show’s emotional honesty, why Jamie and William’s forest scene works, and why the final season still feels structurally crowded heading into Kings Mountain.

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Outlander: 8.08 – “In The Forest” Recap & Reaction (What Happens When An Adult Is Finally At The Table)

Mary & Blake review Outlander Season 8 Episode 8, “In The Forest,” and discuss why Jamie and William finally work, why Ron Moore’s return matters, and why Fanny’s reveal and Lord John’s cliffhanger still make us nervous.

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KNEE-JERK REACTION | Outlander Season 8 Episode 8: “In The Forest” Finally Feels Human Again

Outlander Season 8 Episode 8, “In The Forest,” finally lets the characters breathe. In our Knee Jerk Reaction, we break down why Jamie and William’s forest scene works, why Roger finally clicks, and why Kings Mountain still feels structurally shaky.

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Why I’ll Love Outlander Season 4 No Matter What (With a Few Exceptions)

Outlander fans everywhere have an opinion on what may or may not happen in Season 4. Here’s why I’ll likely  love Outlander Season 4 no matter what…

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Separation, Sorrow, Sex, Sails & Sand: The Ultimate Ranking of Outlander Season 3 Episodes

Ranking Outlander Season 3 episodes is no easy task. Anne Gavin took the challenge and ranked the episodes from worst to best. See if you agree with her choices.

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Fanwoman Update: Surviving Droughtlander with an Outlander Season 2 Re-Watch

Editor’s note: If you missed Teddie’s hilarious post on re-watching Season 1, catch up here. Trust us, it’s worth it.  A lovely friend who is in the business expressed exasperation with the term “Droughtlander.” Have patience—these productions take time, she said.  If patience is a virtue, then I’m in short supply when it comes to…

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Droughtlander for 6+ More Months!? Starz, It’s Time to Show More Love to Outlander Fans

  I’m not one for math, but here’s a biting number for you — 419. As in, the total number of days — at a minimum!!! — Outlander fans will have trudged through #Droughtlander before finally seeing a new episode of our favorite show. This week, Starz confirmed via EW pal Lynette Rice that season…

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