Eyes On Gilead: A Handmaid's Tale Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

The Handmaid's Tale showrunner, executive producer, and friend of the podcast, returns to Eyes On Gilead to reflect upon all of the events of Season 5 of the show. Now that we know what we know, he doesn't have to hold back! This is a must-listen for all fans of The Handmaid's Tale. What now for June? And Serena? And what did we glean about Hannah this season? There is an obvious spoiler alert for listeners: you must be up to date with all episodes of The Handmaid's Tale season five.

We have just watched episode 10 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. The finale! This episode is called 'Safe' and it was written by Bruce Miller, and directed by Elisabeth Moss: Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its supporters in Toronto. This episode gives us so many character moments to wrap up for the season. Settle in for (over)analysis and predictions! Don't forget to tell us your own thoughts and theories. Use the hashtag #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

We have just watched episode 3 of season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale. It's called 'Border' and it was written by Aly Monroe and directed by Dana Gonzalez. June (Elisabeth Moss) and Moira (Samira Wiley) journey to the border to send a message. Meanwhile Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski) attends a dinner party at the Lawrence house, and Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) prays for Janine’s (Madeline Brewer) recovery. Let's get to work dissecting every moment of this episode, shall we? Tell us your own theories on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

We're back with a bonus episode, as we jump into the Zoom room with Sam Jaeger. That's right, Agent Mark Tuello himself is here to give us unique insight into the enigmatic representative of what's left of America.

And we're off and running with season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale! We have just watched episode two, which is called 'Ballet'. It is written by Nina Fiore and John Herrera / Directed by Elisabeth Moss. June (Elisabeth Moss) and Luke (O-T Fagbenle) attend a ballet, and Serena (Yvonne Strahovski) says her final goodbye to her husband, Fred. Meanwhile, Janine (Madeline Brewer) and Esther (Mckenna Grace) accompany Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) to a gathering at the Putnam house. All of our problematic faves are in this one, let's get to work dissecting every delicious detail, shall we? Tell us your own theories on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

We're back!! We're here to recap the premiere episode of season 5 of The Handmaid's Tale, which is called 'Morning'. It is written by Bruce Miller and directed by Elisabeth Moss: In the powerful Season 5 premiere, June (Elisabeth Moss) struggles as she considers her next move after killing Commander Waterford. Meanwhile, Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski) is left reeling after the death of her husband. We cannot wait to get stuck into the details of this episode with you. Tell us your own theories on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

The wait is almost over. The first episodes of The Handmaid's Tale season 5 will premiere in Australia on SBS and at SBS On Demand on Thursday 15 September. So you know what that means: Eyes On Gilead is coming back to talk it out after every episode. Join Fiona, Natalie, Haidee and Sana as they dive deep, recapping every episode of The Handmaid’s Tale's long-awaited fifth season. They will dive deep, and speak to the show's stars and the creators, for unique insights into how The Handmaid's Tale comes to life. As soon as the new episodes of The Handmaid’s Tale season 5 premiere in Australia, the Eyes On Gilead team will have a recap ready for you. See you on 15 September and until then, as always, don’t let the bastards grind you down.

It's 2021 Emmy Awards season and we're back with another bonus episode, interviewing some of The Handmaid's Tale's incredible nominees. Today we invite Mckenna Grace into the Zoom room, or you may know her best as Mrs Esther Keyes. At 15, McKenna is the youngest nominee for Outstanding Guest Actress In A Drama Series. Mckenna talks of the sense of responsibility she feels to do justice to Esther's story; how she shot the salvaging scene in episode 401 'Pigs'; what the future holds for Esther and Janine; and her biggest fear during the season 4 COVID-19 shutdown: a growth spurt. We also talk about her upcoming star turn in the much-postponed 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife'. You can rewatch the box set of The Handmaid's Tale season 4 at SBS On Demand. Stay in touch on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

It's 2021 Emmy Awards season and we're back with another bonus episode, interviewing some of The Handmaid's Tale's incredible nominees. Today we jump back into the Zoom room with The Handmaid's Tale's composer Adam Taylor. Adam gives us insights into how he creates the iconic sounds of The Handmaid's Tale. He talks through the process of creating a score for particular scenes of the show, with special attention to episode 403, 'The Crossing', which landed Adam a 2021 Emmy nomination. There is so much in here for fans of the show. You can rewatch the box set of season 4 at SBS On Demand. Stay in touch on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)

It's 2021 Emmy Awards season and we're back with another bonus episode, interviewing some of The Handmaid's Tale's incredible nominees. Today we jump back into the Zoom room with The Handmaid's Tale's head of the makeup department, Burton LeBlanc. He's been there since the beginning, so Burton has fascinating hindsight about the evolution of the 'look' of the characters, from flashbacks, to Gilead, to Jezebels, to Canada. If you're a fan of the show, there's so much in here for you. Burton is Emmy nominated for Season 4 premiere episode, 'Pigs', which offers a lot of scope - and a lot of blood. You can rewatch the box set of season 4 at SBS On Demand. Stay in touch on Twitter at #EyesOnGilead (Find us at: @anythingbutfifi / @NatalieHambly / @HaideeIreland / @Sana_Qadar)