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Frank Herbert's Dune Saga 3-Book Deluxe Hardcover Boxed Set Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune

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TAKE HOME THE ULTIMATE COLLECTOR'S BOXED SET THAT INCLUDES DELUXE HARDCOVER EDITIONS OF Set on the planet Arrakis, Frank Herbert's epic Dune saga tells the story of Paul Atreides, heir to a noble family tasked with ruling an inhospitable world where the only thing of value is the “spice” melange, a...

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The book was highlighted as an ideal read for a transatlantic flight, with Toby citing it as a classic science‑fiction favorite alongside Foundation. Neal gave it a strong endorsement, saying it lived up to its reputation and could be life‑changing once listeners pushed through the first hundred pages. The hosts collectively praised its intricate storytelling and lasting impact.

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It was mentioned as a book that could be put on during a flight from New York to London, which Boom Supersonic is attempting to make possible with its new supersonic plane.

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how incredible would it be to board a plane at JFK throw on Dune and then land in London before the movies over

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Toby mentioned Dune alongside Foundation as a favourite amongst classic science fiction books, admiring the ability to craft intricate stories.

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So probably yeah, like foundation or dune some of those like og og science fiction books Uh, just really I don't know make me romantic about like the ability to tell stories

Episode: Special Mailbag Episode with Neal and Toby

It was highly recommended as being as good as one can imagine, but with a caveat to get past the first 100 pages.

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Dune is also as good as you can ever imagine. I resisted that for a long time as a science fiction fan, but it is as if you can get through the first 100 pages it truly changes your life. So I love that.

The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya

The title was brought up by guests as part of their personal reading experiences, with one describing it as a slog to finish and another praising the first volume as thick, juicy, and riveting. Both hosts referenced the related movies and encouraged listeners to give it a try. The overall tone was mixed, highlighting both the challenge and the reward of reading the series.

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The speaker felt that the book was riveting and full of content, especially the first book in the series, which was described as being thick, juicy and good. They were also a fan of the movies.

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I have been reading Dune, which is the equivalent of 37 books.

Yeah, it actually kind of is as you said 3,000 pages and I've read.

That first book is so fucking riveting.

It is, I can't, I don't really do like, I don't seek out sci-fi as like my primary genre of interest, but this fucking book is so thick and good and juicy.

You got to get into it.

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Kristen Schaal mentioned reading the Dune books and described the reading experience as a bit of a slog. She mentioned also watching the films based on the books.

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I'm like spite reading them. Like, cause you know, if you started something, I might as well just finish it.

But it's like a slog to get through.

Put down your dumb dune book and pick up all fours.

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

Clay Travis repeatedly cited the book to illustrate political ideas about principles and freedom, while also praising its themes of overcoming fear and its cultural impact as a top‑rated science‑fiction work. He and other hosts highlighted that many consider it among the greatest sci‑fi novels, noting its lasting appeal and its influence on movies like Dune and Star Wars, and they recommended both the reading and the recent film adaptations. Overall, the discussion conveyed strong enthusiasm and a highly positive endorsement of the title.

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The book's themes of overcoming fear and an overwhelming governing force were mentioned.

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Yeah, that mind killing phrase is actually from Herbert's Dune, which most young people now know of through the films.

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Clay Travis mentioned a quote from "Children of Dune", comparing how Democrats operate with institutions of government.

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When I am weaker than you, I ask for freedom because that is according to your principles. When I am stronger than you, I take away your freedom because that is according to my principles.

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The speaker quoted a passage from the book about the concept of principles and freedom, suggesting that Democrats operate based on self-interest and prioritize power rather than upholding principles.

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Not as good as doing from what I understand when I am weaker than you, I ask for freedom because that is according to your principles. When I am stronger than you, I take away your freedom because that is according to my principles.

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It was discussed as a great science fiction novel and the inspiration for Star Wars. The movie adaptation was also well-received and recommended.

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I remember reading the original Dune novel years ago. It's by many, I think, considered the greatest sci-fi novel ever written or certainly in the top 10.

And then there are Children of Dune and there's some of the follow ups.

I had not seen it. My 16-year-old said, Dad, you're really going to like this. I think you're really going to enjoy it.

Dune 2 is out now in theaters.

Dune 1, which again, I'm a couple of years behind on watching this. I somehow missed it during all the chaos of 2021. Dune 1, fabulous movie.

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It was discussed as possibly the greatest sci-fi novel ever written, and a very entertaining read that has held up well over time. The movie Dune 2 was also highly recommended.

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I remember reading the original Dune novel years ago.

It's by many, I think, considered the greatest sci-fi novel ever written. Or certainly in the top 10.

Dune is an incredibly fun read and it holds up really well.

And then there are Children of Dune and there's some of the follow ups.

I think I told you guys, I somehow missed it in 2021 with the kids and everything else.

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Clay highly recommended the movie 'Dune', based on the book, and was excited to watch the sequel with his son. He described the original as a fabulous movie.

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Dune one, fabulous movie.

I remember reading the original Dune novel years ago. It's by many, I think, considered the greatest sci-fi novel ever written, or certainly in the top 10.

Dune two is out now in theaters.

And there are Children of Dune and there's some of the follow-ups.

The reviews have been incredible.

Lovett or Leave It

John Lovett brought up the title in three episodes, first noting that he stopped reading it because it mixed swords with a space setting and using that as a point of comparison in a discussion about cookies. Later he mentioned the book again, saying he liked it and joking that President Biden and the Pope probably hadn’t seen the movie. The mentions were brief and mixed, showing a lighthearted but not strongly endorsing attitude.

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The book was briefly mentioned and it was said that the speaker tried to read it but gave up due to the presence of swords in a space setting.

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I haven't seen the movie, and I tried to read the book, and then there's swords in it. And I was like, you're in space. I got to stop you right there. Can't have both, swords or space.

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It was mentioned as a point of comparison when discussing the negative aspects of chocolate chip cookies, and the author thought the chocolate chip cookie was similar to the Harkonnen's treatment of Arrakis in the book.

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You're going to have to give me more context. I haven't seen the movie and I tried to read the book and then there's swords in it. And I was like, you're in space. I got to stop you right there. Can't have both swords or space.

Episode: Glasgow Big or Go Home

The podcast host mentioned 'Dune' and expressed his liking for the book, while also remarking that President Biden and the Pope probably did not watch the movie.

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President Biden visited the Vatican. He reportedly met with the Pope for 90 minutes. So it's safe to say they did not watch Dune.

Loved Dune by the way.

he makes Jason Momoa in Dune look like Timothee Chalamet in Dune and he's sexier than either.

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The classic science fiction novels were mentioned as the source material for the game Dune II.

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Westwood studios releases a title for the PC called Dune two, which is based on Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi novels, the Dune series, which are awesome.

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The classic science fiction novels were mentioned as the source material for the game Dune II.

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Westwood studios releases a title for the PC called Dune two, which is based on Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi novels, the Dune series, which are awesome.

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

The book was brought up several times, first when Michael compared the spice melange to hallucinogenic mushrooms that could fold space, and later when Noel read a passage about understanding processes in motion. It was also used as an analogy for a cartel controlling a scarce resource, similar to the maple syrup industry. The hosts treated the references as illustrative examples rather than endorsements.

Episode: Michael Talks to Errbody, with Michael Colyar

It was mentioned in relation to hallucinogenic mushrooms and the ability to fold space, which the book's spice melange allows.

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There's a movie called Dune.

And in Dune, they're all looking for the spice, the spice melange. It gives you the ability to fold space, to go anywhere in the universe without moving.

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It was mentioned during a conversation about the flow of information and consciousness, and a quote from the book was read aloud.

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A process cannot be understood by stopping it. Understanding must move with the flow of the process must join it and flow with it.

Episode: Michael Talks to Errbody, with Michael Colyar

It was mentioned in relation to hallucinogenic mushrooms, specifically the spice melange, which enables space-folding as described in the book.

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There's a movie called Dune.

And in Dune, they're all looking for the spice, the spice melange. It gives you the ability to fold space, to go anywhere in the universe without moving. That's what mushrooms are.

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A quote from the book was read during a discussion on consciousness and the flow of information, which the speaker felt was reminiscent of the film adaptation.

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A process cannot be understood by stopping it. Understanding must move with the flow of the process must join it and flow with it

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A quote from the book was read during the podcast, relating to the flow of time and processes, which the speaker found intriguing.

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This is from Frank Herbert's book and you make sense and it reminded me of that. This is the quote: 'A process cannot be understood by stopping it. Understanding must move with the flow of the process must join it and flow with it.'

Get Sleepy: Sleep meditation and stories

The hosts noted that the title was a captivating read that kept them turning pages right up to bedtime, using it as a soothing way to wind down. They described how it held their attention while they settled into a bunk or by the fire, but it was mentioned more as a pleasant bedtime choice than a standout recommendation.

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The narrator retrieved their book from their overnight bag to read while lying in the bunk bed before falling asleep.

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You retrieve your book from your overnight bag and set it up on your bunk bed.

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The narrator retrieved their book from their overnight bag to read while settling into the bunk bed before falling asleep.

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You retrieve your book from your overnight bag and set it up on your bunk bed.

Your fellow diners sip tea, read books, and engage in conversation with their companions.

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A young person working at the ticket booth was described as reading a book while waiting for customers.

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When you reach the theater, a young person is sitting inside the booth reading a book.

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The speaker mentioned reading this book until bedtime, finding it so engaging that they couldn't put it down, before being interrupted by the story's events.

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To read a book that she couldn't put down.

She was only a few sentences in.

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Poppy carefully dusted each book on every shelf in the hidden library. She handled these older hardbacks with great care, knowing they might be older than the castle itself.

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Down in the library, Poppy carefully dusted each book on every shelf. There were hundreds and hundreds of hardbacks, each one with a story inside it.

Episode: A Peaceful Spring Day in Montmartre

Anna reached for a book on the coffee table that she had been meaning to read for a while. The pages pulled her in, and she sat reading by the fire, feeling comfortable and relaxed.

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Anna reaches for a book on the coffee table. She has been meaning to read it for a while.

The pages pull her in, and for a long time, Anna sits there, reading by the fire with no other thought than how pleasant it feels to sit there, enjoying a book, comfortable and relaxed in her own home.

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The speaker suggested that if a listener had been awake in bed for a while, they could sit quietly in another room and read a book to take their mind off trying to sleep for a few moments.

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Or you could sit quietly in another room, reading a book or jotting down a few thoughts on a notepad, whatever you're naturally inclined to do.

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The speaker mentioned that they have about five educational books on their nightstand that they bought recently but haven't read yet. They admitted that the initial lie was believing that simply buying a book and placing it on the nightstand guaranteed they would eventually read it.

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Another lie that I tell myself is that if I buy this book and I leave it on my nightstand, inevitably I'll read it. Obviously I'll read it.

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The speaker mentioned that they have about five educational books on their nightstand that they bought recently but haven't read yet. They admitted that the initial lie was believing that simply buying a book and placing it on the nightstand guaranteed they would eventually read it.

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Another lie that I tell myself is that if I buy this book and I leave it on my nightstand, inevitably I'll read it. Obviously I'll read it.

I have like five books on my nightstand right now that I've bought in the last six months that I have not picked up.

Watch What Crappens

The hosts frequently referenced the title, using it as a comedic touchstone—from jokes about a "smart baby" and a twerking Fremen scene to likening Orange County to its desert planet. Ben expressed both enthusiasm for rereading it and frustration with its slow, desert‑traversing pacing, while Ronnie alternated between putting it aside for video games and noting a desire to read more. Overall, the book served as a light, occasional reference rather than a strong recommendation.

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The speaker mentioned picking up "Dune" and reading it again, noting that it features a "smart baby" who likely would be familiar with "Joyce Carroll's" latest book. The speaker seemed to enjoy the book, using humorous examples of the "smart baby" character.

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I will say this, Ronnie, I did pick up Dune and I'm back into Dune and there is like a smart baby in it.

And that baby probably would that smart baby probably would know about Joyce Carroll. It's oh my God, the smart.

The baby's like, you have not ordered trash bags from Amazon in a while. Would you like me to take care of that? It's just like the baby. Baby personal assistant.

The baby's like, I just want to know what you're doing with your life. I just want you to crush life daddy.

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One speaker mentioned putting down the book because they found it less fun than playing the Zelda video game. They also referenced a specific scene where Paul is rescued by the Fremen and they were all twerking underground.

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I started playing Zelda so I put down Dune. Because guess what? Zelda is way more fun than Dune.

You know where there's a lot of twerking? Dune. I'll tell you, when Paul is rescued by the Fremen and then he goes to their underground hideout and they're all just twerking in there, I'm like, finally this novel is picking up.

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The speakers made a brief reference to this work when describing the feeling of being stuck in Orange County after taking a temporary lease, comparing it to the desert planet Arrakis from the book.

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Yeah, it's sort of like Arrakis. Once you're there, you can't get out of it. Sorry, Dune reference.

Episode: Below Deck Down Under: Culverized

One speaker mentioned reading some of the book during a hurricane and found it slow, comparing the extensive walking/travel segments to destination entertainment they disliked in other media.

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I did read much more of Dune. I spent my hurricane reading some Dune. It's just it's so slow. I'm sorry. People walking around in a desert. It's just like, it's like really one of my least favorite things in books and movies is when there's like a situation and things go bad. And then people have to walk through deserts or woods. I hate it. And it goes forever.

And like in Dune, they've honestly been in the desert for so long walking around. And then Paul, Paul, who's the lead, which is so, I still think it's ridiculous that this futuristic story centers around someone named Paul.

And then I watched the show or the movie and really liked the movie. But even the movie felt like walking through a desert for 10 years. And that was just two and a half hours.

Episode: RHOC: The Vault in Our Stars, Part 2

The book was referenced when discussing Heather Dubrow's appearance, suggesting someone should make her eyes look like a Fremen from the novel.

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Make her eyes look like a Fremen from Dune. Because I'm still reading it. I know what the Fremen are.

Dune is basically the real house of Orange County. It's about a bunch of people who live in a barren wasteland and giant worms come up from the sand and eat you.

Episode: RHOA: The Elusive Chanteuse

One of the hosts mentioned that they needed to read more of this book, expressing a desire for it amidst discussing domestic tasks.

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AC filter. You know it's. AC filter. And read more of Dune. Yeah I mean we need to be.

REAL AF with Andy Frisella

The speaker mentions reading a 70-page book twice to prepare for a driver's test, but some questions on the test were not covered in the book.

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I read the book.

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The speaker mentions reading a 70-page book twice to prepare for a driver's test, but some questions on the test were not covered in the book.

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I read the book.

Yeah, I read the book. The book's 70 pages long. I read the book twice front to back.

OK, the shit they were asking me on there was like I didn't see that shit in the book.

The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Doug Gottlieb referenced the title as an illustration that viewers can watch the film sequels without having read the original novels, noting that he had seen both movies but never read the books. The discussion highlighted the movies rather than the literature, offering no endorsement or critique of the book itself.

Episode: Best of The Herd

The speaker referred to "Dune" as an example of how people who haven't seen a previous film in a series don't need to be lectured on why they should watch it. He said he had watched both "Dune" films but had not read the books.

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I mean everybody knows when like you go into a, you go, if you're going to watch Dune, you know, and you didn't watch Dune one and you're watching Dune two, unless you ask, you don't need somebody to go like, well, see what happened in Dune one was I didn't care about doing one. I'm watching Dune two.

Now it is helpful to watch Dune one before you watch Dune two. Just like again, a little FYI, I've actually watched both. I haven't read the, I haven't read the books.

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It was mentioned that the speaker had watched both Dune movies but had not read the books.

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You know and you didn't watch Dune one and you're watching Dune two. Unless you ask you don't need somebody like well see what happened in Dune one. Was I didn't care about doing when I'm watching Dune two. Now it is helpful to watch Dune one before you watch Dune two. Just like again a little FYI I've actually watched both.

I haven't read the books. Nothing is annoying as I read the book guy. Oh this is different than the book. Sorry man this is not the book this is the movie.

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It was mentioned briefly in the context of submitting to the Lord's plan without rebellion, but no specific details were shared about the book itself.

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It's as it says in Messiah 319, submitting to the Lord's plan without rebellion.

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It was mentioned briefly in the context of submitting to the Lord's plan without rebellion, but no specific details were shared about the book itself.

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It's as it says in Messiah 319, submitting to the Lord's plan without rebellion.

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