Meanwhile: A Twin Peaks Podcast

Twin Peaks: Episode 28 / Miss Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 21
Today on MEANWHILE, we discuss the first part of the spine-tingling two hour series finale, Episode 28, "Miss Twin Peaks," or "Night of Decision" if you're feeling sinister. 
Directed by Tim Hunter and written by Barry Pullman.
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Welcome to Twin Peaks: An Access Guide to the Town

Dan and Eric take a stroll through the town of Twin Peaks thanks to this handy access guide.  Unable to find a copy? You're not alone, but the good news is, we got you covered. After today's episode you will feel as if you flipped through the pages yourself.
We're talking about the fauna, the flora, the maps, food, lodging, whittling, and more. I'll be posting some images over on our Patreon, too.
Special thanks to John Bernardy for sharing his insights and the link to his blog post about the guide. I highly recommend you give it a read. It will cover EVERYTHING!
https://25yearslatersite.com/2020/10/02/giant-sized-twin-peaks-access-guide/
 
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Twin Peaks: Episode 27 / The Path to the Black Lodge

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 20
Today on MEANWHILE we are discussing one of the most lore-heavy episodes of Twin Peaks Season 2, THE PATH TO THE BLACK LODGE.  
We're talking what the symbols on the petroglyph in Owl Cave mean, how Eckardt's puzzle box works, and how you might react to meeting two guys in a  horse costume. 
Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal  and written byHarley Peyton and Bob Engels.
The Petroglyph as seen in Owl Cave.
The Petroglyph as seen at the Twin Peaks Sherriff's Station
 
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Twin Peaks: Episode 26 / Variations on Relations

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 19
As we wind our way along the path, we find some time to play some chess, sneak a kiss in a diner booth, talk about 80s kids in space, the mystery of Josie Packard, and more. Won't you join us? 
Directed by Jonathan Sanger, written by Mark Frost and Harley Peyton.
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Twin Peaks: Episode 25 / On the Wings of Love

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 18
On the wings of love, only the two of us, together, flying highFlying high up on the wings of love.
Season 2 is back on track, love's in the air, Gordon Cole returns to town, and Earle's gone full arts and crafts mode. That's right, friends, we're talking about Episode 25, "On the Wings of Love."
Directed by Duwayne Dunham, written by Harley Peyton and Bob Engels.
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The Autobiography of F.B.I. Special Agent Dale Cooper: My Life, My Tapes

Dan and Eric are back to discuss Dale Cooper's autobiography. We're talking about his loves, his losses, his family, Windom Earle, the world of dreams, and much more.
Whether you've read the book, or not, join us as we go deep into the pages of Scott Frost's novel, THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF F. B. I. SPECIAL AGENT DALE COOPER: MY LIFE, MY TAPES. 
Scott Ryan's blog post, "The Mystery of Cooper’s Book Release Date" - https://www.scottryanproductions.com/the-mystery-of-coopers-book-release-date/
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Twin Peaks: Episode 24 / Wounds and Scars

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 17
Dan and Eric are back for the final run of the original Twin Peaks series. This week, we talk about the show's return thanks to  the Citizens Opposed to the Offing of Peaks (COOP) and take a deep dive into Episode 24. 
Directed by James Foley, written by Barry Pullman.
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Twin Peaks: Episode 23 / The Condemned Woman

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 16
It's time once again for the age old question every Twin Peaks fan must one day ask themselves: why IS Josie in the drawer knob? And why does Eric keep calling it a door knob? All of this and more in our deep analysis of Twin Peaks Episode 23, "The Condemned Woman."
Directed by Lesli Linka Glatter and written by Tricia Brock.
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Twin Peaks: Episode 22 / Slaves and Masters

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 15
We've arrived at the world famous Diane Keaton episode of Twin Peaks. Did you love it? Did you hate it? Don't look at me, I can't make your mind up for you. This is an important decision every Twin Peaks fan must make.
Okay fine, you can listen to what we had to say in our review of Twin Peaks Episode 22, "Slaves and Masters".
Directed by Diane Keaton and written by Harley Peyton and Bob Engels.
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Twin Peaks: Episode 21 / Double Play

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 14
Has James fixed his last car? Will Ben win an unwinnable war? Will Leo find his way out of the woods?  All this and more on the latest episode of MEANWHILE.  It's our discussion of Episode 21, "Double Play".  
Directed by Uli Edel and written by Scott Frost.
 
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A Very Special Episode: Richard Green talks about "I KNOW CATHERINE, THE LOG LADY"

On a very special episode of MEANWHILE, we welcome writer, actor, director, and musician RICHARD GREEN to talk about his documentary, I KNOW CATHERINE, THE LOG LADY.
In addition to discussing his moving new film, we dive into his role as "The Magician" in David Lynch’s MULHOLLAND DRIVE, his time with David Lynch, Catherine Coulson, and Jack Nance during the production of ERASERHEAD, the Jack Nance documentary he produced, I DON'T KNOW JACK, and much more.
I KNOW CATHERINE is available today at https://iknowcatherine.com/

Twin Peaks: Episode 20 / Checkmate

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 13
Pieces are taken, Briggs sits a spell in the woods, little nicky leaves a trail of bodies, James has fixed the car, and Leo's back. It's time for us to talk about Episode 20, Checkmate.  
Directed by Todd Holland and written by Harley Peyton.

Twin Peaks: Episode 19 / The Black Widow

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 12
We're in the thick of it now. There's no turning back, so pack a lunch we got a tire to change. It's our discusson of Episode 19,"The Black Widow." I miss Blackie.  
Directed by Caleb Deschanel and written by Harley Peyton and Bob Engles.

Twin Peaks: Episode 18 / Masked Ball

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 11
You have been cordially invited to attend the discussion of Twin Peaks, Episode 18, "The Masked Ball." We've got weddings, local legends, high school romance, car trouble, and little Nicky. 
Directed by Dwayne Dunham and written by Barry Pullman.

Twin Peaks: Episode 17 / Dispute Between Brothers

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 10
We're arrived at the start of the season 2 mid-section. We'll be introduced to the storylines concerning the lodges, bad-luck orphans, car repair, civil war cosplay, high school wrestling, house keeping, and more.  Fear not, we will make it through!  It's our review of the Tricia Brock penned, Tina Rathborne directed, Twin Peaks, Episode 17 ("Dispute Between Brothers"). 

Twin Peaks: Episode 16 / Arbitrary Law

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 9
It's the end of the road for the "Who Killed Laura Palmer?" storyline as the circle has closed and Cooper's ring has found its way home. In the final episode before our short break, Dan and Eric are discussing the Mark Frost, Harley Peyton, Bob Engles penned, Tim Hunter directed, epic -- Twin Peaks, Episode 16 ("Arbitrary Law"). 

Twin Peaks: Episode 15 / Drive with a Dead Girl

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 8
While Laura's killer is known to us, Cooper is lost under a starless sky. Dan and Eric take a look at the Scott Frost penned, Caleb Deschanel directed Episode 15.  So grab a flashlight and a pair of white socks and dance on the carpet, we're talking, "Drive with a Dead Girl."
We are one episode away from concluding Part 1 of Season 2 and the circle is closing fast.  What did you think of this episode?

A Very Special Episode: Scott Ryan talks about "Always Music in the Air: The Sounds of Twin Peaks"

This week on MEANWHILE, we're talking a break from the show and talking about the music. Special guest Scott Ryan talks with Eric about his documentary, BLUE ROSE MAGAZINE, how the music for Twin Peaks was created, and shines a spotlight on two unsung heroes of TWIN PEAKS: David Slusser and Lori Eschler. Plus a whole lot more. Pack a lunch, friends. We're going to take a walk in the woods.
You can purchase Scott's book, ALWAYS MUSIC IN THE AIR: THE SOUNDS OF TWIN PEAKS on Scott's website (https://bluerosemag.com/) or from your favorite bookstore or online retailer like  Amazon. 

Twin Peaks: Episode 14 / Lonely Souls

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 7
We have have reached the end of the initial mystery. The revelation of Laura Palmer's killer is at hand. Dan and Eric dive deep into the Mark Frost penned, David Lynch directed masterpiece: Lonely Souls. It is no suprise that this ended up being one of our longest outings. Plus we talk a bit about the Kyle McLaughlin film THE HIDDEN.

Twin Peaks: Episode 13 / Demons

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 6
We are only one episode away from discovering who killed Laura Palmer, and we're gonna spend it the best way we know how. Talking about Leslie Linka Glatter's third Twin Peaks episode: "Demons."   So throw a pair of party hats over your ears and grab a kazoo.  Demons was written by Harley Peyton & Bob Engels and directed by Leslie Linka Glatter. 

Twin Peaks: Episode 12 / The Orchid's Curse

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 5
Today we're talking about the Lynch auction, how we want to hear from folks who don't know who killed Laura Palmer (that could be you), and of course, we talk at length about episode 12 - the fifth episode of season 2. Written by Barry Pullman and Directed by Graham Clifford. 

Twin Peaks: Episode 11 / Laura's Secret Diary

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 4
Dan and Eric are talking about "Laura's Secret Diary"...not the actual diary, we already did that, but about the episode and about Jerry Stahl and whether Harold could get a job at the Diff'rent Strokes bike shop.  Won't you join us?

Twin Peaks: Episode 10 / The Man Behind the Glass

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 3
Eric struggles to say "peculiarities," and Dan swears he's seen this show before even if he can't remember what Harold looked like. Leslie Linka Glatter is back behind the camera for Bob Engel's second episode for Twin Peaks.  Today on Meanwhile, we're diving into "The Man Behind the Glass." 

Twin Peaks: Episode 9 / Coma

Twin Peaks: Season 2, Episode 2
Leo's in a coma, I know. I know it's serious. Eric talks about Mrs. Tremond for eight minutes, Dan sings the Smiths, and we discuss the scariest Bob moments in our latest review of the Harley Peyton penned, David Lynch directed, second episode — COMA.