The Sassenach Files: An Outlander Podcast

All I Wished To Say To You

Greetings, one and all, and welcome back for another episode of The Sassenach Files! This week I’m back to talk episode 212 of Outlander: “The Hail Mary”. Jamie and Claire are on the verge of throwing in the towel on their Jacobite espionage, but there are A LOT of other things happening in this episode as well. Join me as I discuss the parallel storyline of the brothers Randall and MacKenzie as well as the interesting facets of Black Jack Randall we get our hands on, and why Colum is making the right choice in giving Jamie Hamish’s guardianship instead of Dougal.

The Original Bad Penny

What’s up guys! It’s Chelsea, back for another episode of The Sassenach Files and this time I’m talking 211: “Vengeance Is Mine”. In this week’s episode, I discuss how impressed I am with our lead actors, and their ability to use facial expression in lieu of voiceover. I also discuss Jamie’s movement toward accepting the inevitable, why The Duke of Sandringham’s selfish nature creates a fascinating villain, and how Diana Gabaldon’s talent with creating humorous content gives this episode a special feel. Hold tight, Spider Monkey!

Save Me, Mistress.

Hey Obsassenachs, welcome back to another episode of The Sassenach Files for my analysis on episode 210 of Outlander: “Prestonpans”! This week I get into the history of The Battle of Prestonpans, the leaders of the Jacobite Army, and a couple of fun facts on the making of this special Outlander episode. I also talk about the parallels of Rupert and Angus’s friendship with Ross and Kincaid, Dougal’s unrestrained bloodlust, how much it bothered me, and the little things that made this episode sing!!

It Wouldn‘t Be Scotland Without You

This week on The Sassenach Files, 209 of Outlander: “Prestonpans” is on the docket. In this episode I’m discussing a little bit of everything including the significance of Claire’s PTSD, Jamie and Dougal’s ongoing power struggle, and how the appearance of a new character has me super excited to get into season three!! Stay tuned at the end for the latest news on Diana Gabaldon’s newest book, Go Tell The Bees That I Am Gone and Season 6 filming!

Similarly Devious Turn of Mind

After a brief hiatus, The Sassenach Files is back. Jamie and Claire have returned to Scotland looking for a fresh start only to be sucked back into the Jacobite war machine. Family drama involving Jamie and Jenny’s grandfather, Lord Simon Fraser of Lovat, takes center stage, and Colum MacKenzie joins the party to make strange bedfellows. After Jamie commits to the cause, he uses all his clout to pull his family members into the fight with him, while Claire throws in the towel altogether--allowing people to believe she’s a witch. Join Chelsea as she explores the highs and lows of 208 and discusses why “The Fox’s Lair” was a poor adaptation.

She‘s An Angel

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is talking the Season 2 midseason finale, “Faith”. This episode is overflowing with emotional torment. After the loss of her daughter, Claire is struggling to find meaning in life, and her anger at Jamie over his broken promise has made her content to let him rot in the bastille. But when Fergus tells her what truly caused the duel, she finds a deep enough sea to hurl her inequities into, and she heads to Versailles for a final showdown with King Louis, The Comte St. Germain, and Master Raymond in order to secure Jamie’s release and pardon.

Staring Into The Abyss

Welcome back for another episode of The Sassenach Files! This week Chelsea is discussing 206 of Outlander: “Best Laid Schemes”. Jamie and Claire have mended fences after the blow out of 205, and the truth about why Jamie let Black Jack Randall live is finally revealed. Murtagh is welcomed into the Time Traveler loop, and life seems like it’s going to work out--for approximately 2.5 seconds. Then the bubble of happiness implodes leaving more than one of our beloved characters in peril just in time for the mid season finale.

What You Don‘t Ken, You‘ll Learn

Hey folks! This week I’m talking episode 205 of Outlander: “Untimely Resurrection”. Prince Charlie and Jamie keep playing an unfortunate game of whack-a-mole while Mary and Alex are dealing with the aftermath of the attack in 204. Claire’s unwavering belief that Jack Randall is Frank’s direct ancestor causes her to make some questionable decisions that ultimately lead to a knock down, drag out fight with Jamie when Black Jack Randall returns to the show at the Court of Versailles.
P.S. Sorry for the poor sound quality this week. IT issues were involved.

Trying to Hide Under A Blade of Grass

This week on The Sassenach Files I’m talking episode 204 of Outlander: “La Dame Blanche”. The news is out. Black Jack Randall is alive, and Jamie’s reaction is one for the ages. Claire and Jamie are able to be honest with each other about the personal struggles they have been facing and are FINALLY able to reestablish their physical connection. Just in time too -- the most disastrous dinner part of the century is right around the corner, and it’s unclear whether anyone will depart from it unscathed.

Chess on A Grand Scale

Greetings listeners! This week I am breaking down 203 “Useful Occupations and Deceptions” where I talk about Jamie’s role as a double agent, Claire’s reunion with her passion for medicine, and how these two paths put our favorite couple on a collision course. Mary Hawkins and her destiny are revealed, and Mother Hildegarde and wee Fergus also come on the scene!