This episode is FULL of spoilers, so if you’re trying to be spoiler-free prior to the new season, you may want to skip over this one! Chelsea is back with all new Outlander content as she breaks down the first teaser trailer for Season Eight! Join her as she discusses the editing techniques used to mislead viewers, iconic moments from past seasons that were chosen to grace our screens once more, and her best guesses as to what parts of book eight and nine we’re seeing in this wee glimpse of Outlander’s final season.

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is chatting all about episode 110 of Blood of My Blood – “Something Borrowed”. Join her as she discusses some of the episodes strongest moments including the introduction of Maura Grant, the untimely demise of Malcolm, and Murtagh's amazing book-end scenes with Brian and Ellen. Along the way, she also shares her thoughts on the the introduction of a couple iconic jewelry pieces, and the episode’s biggest blunder–Julia and Henry’s weak finale storyline. So, saddle up and prepare to ride. It's time to break down the season finale!

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is gearing up to discuss the penultimate episode of season one–109: “Braemar.” Come along as she chats about how this episode provides a story within a story that keeps the viewers engaged! She also breaks down her thoughts on the developing dynamic between the clans as rebellion looms, the introduction of “Mac” Grant, and the historical references in this episode that had her inner history nerd intrigued!

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is talking about all things 108: “A Virtuous Woman”. Pull up a chair and gather round as she discusses why this might be her favorite episode of the season! Of course, no episode is perfect, but join her as she talks about everything from the use of slow motion camera work to convey character to how this episode is a perfect example of how writers can keep the audience informed through creative dialogue.

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is sitting down to chat about her thoughts on one of the strongest episodes of the season, 107: “Luceo Non Uro.” Join  her as she discusses the inclusion of characters like Roby Roy and Sema into the episode, and why she thought that was a disservice to the overall story being told. She also chats about the great moment before the christening between Brian and Julia, the struggle for power among the MacKenzie siblings, and Rory Alexander’s phenomenal performance.

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is chatting about the sixth episode Blood of My Blood, “Birthright.” Come along as she discusses the biggest themes of the episode, some of the standout performances, and why a key creative choice for one of the show’s primary characters changed her entire opinion on this episode.

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is discussing episode 105 of the Outlander prequel, Blood of My Blood. Come along for the ride as she chats about her thoughts on Jocasta and her relationship with Murtagh. She also discusses some of the things she loved most about this episode including the Beltane festival, Brian and Ellen’s time together (FINALLY), and the theme of timelessness woven throughout the writing.

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is breaking down her thoughts on the fourth episode of Blood of My Blood, “A Soldier’s Heart.” Join her as she chats about some character arcs she’s beginning to find static, the costumes she absolutely adored, and how much she loves learning tidbits about Jamie and Claire’s origins. She also discusses her love for Henry and Julia as a couple, and how a few understated moments mean everything for their arc.

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is chatting about the third episode of Blood of My Blood, “School of the Moon.” Come along as she discusses Julia and Brian’s growing bond, her thoughts on some of the casting choices for recurring characters, and how key sets from Outlander have been recycled in a significant way for the prequel!

This week on The Sassenach Files, Chelsea is back to chat about second episode of Blood of My Blood, A.K.A “Sealed with a Kiss”. Come along as she discusses the gorgeous choreography of the love scene between Henry and Julia, the fabulous Grant dining room set, and the understated nature of the storytelling in this episode. 

Chelsea is back from hiatus to start a new series: Hits and Misses, and this week she is talking episode 101 of Blood of My Blood: “Providence”. Join her as she chats about all the things she loved and hated about this week’s episode including the technique of inserting Henry and Julia into the 18th century timeline as strangers, a scene of epic romantic proportions at The Bridge, and all the culture that was encompassed in this first episode of Outlander’s prequel.

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is celebrating her 150th episode along with some of her nearest and dearest Obsassenachs. This episode was recorded on June 14th as a live event in TSF Obassenachs where listeners could follow along and participate live. Come join the girls for an abridged version of the event as they gush about all their favorite parts of the season including the Battle of Saratoga, Jamie and Claire seeing Scotland again for the first time, Ian and Rachel’s wedding, the reunion of the MacKenzie family and so much more!

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, we are chatting about all of the deleted scenes and Outlander Untolds found exclusively on the Collector’s Edition Blu-ray released by Sony and Starz. Come along for the ride as Chelsea discusses her favorite scenes that were left on the cutting room floor, as well as some fantastic book scenes that were brought to life in season seven’s bonus features. The Outlander Untolds for this season were directed by the amazing Caitriona Balfe, and she did not disappoint!

This week marks the final analysis of season 7, where Chelsea is discussing 716: “A Hundred Thousand Angels.” Join her as she chats about the particular lighting and narrative choices that made this episode “angelic”. She also discusses the moment that always makes her cry – the Mackenzie Family reunion, John’s ongoing struggle to parent Jamie Fraser’s son, and the long awaited “talk” between Jamie and William. But of course, we aren’t closing the door on this season without talking about that massive cliff hanger. So, pour yourself a dram and pull up a chair. It’s gonna get interesting!

Coming up on this episode of The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is discussing the penultimate episode of season seven, 715: “Written in My Own Heart’s Blood.” Coming along as she talks about the common thread of family, or “blood”, and well as the “written” theme with all those dang letters and resignations! She also chats about the unique use of camera angles in this episode that give it a character-driven feel, William’s completely justified anger with John, and Sam Heughan’s phenomenal performance when everything comes crashing down for Jamie at the end of the episode.

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is chatting about the episode every Outlander book reader has been waiting for – 714: “Ye Dinna Get Used to It” written by Herself, Diana Gabaldon. Come along as she discusses how Brianna’s storyline finally pays off in this episode, Ian and Rachel’s unnecessary presence in this episode, and her thoughts on how Jamie, Claire, and John’s stories came to a head this week. By far and away her favorite part of 714 was the storyline that centered around William, Fanny, and Jane and their ever-evolving relationship, so stay tuned for her thoughts on the newest members of our cast and their stories!

Welcome back! This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is breaking down 713: “Hello, Goodbye.” Come along as she discusses Jamie and Claire’s roles as parents to Ian and Rachel, and how that is reflected in the portrayal of their marriage. The echoes, callbacks, and parallels featured in this episode as they relate to previous episodes are strong, and elude to the fact that this was originally planned to be the final season. She also discusses Bree’s conversion to Mama Bear, Roger's reunion with his father, and a few issues she had with the structure and writing that ultimately brought the episode down a few pegs.

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is back to discuss her favorite episode of 7B, 712: “Carnal Knowledge.” Come join her as she discusses the development of Lord John from a supporting role to part of the main cast, a new face to the outlander cast – Sylvia Presente, aka Jane Pocock, and the technical genius that made this episode truly spectacular. But that is only the tip of the iceberg as she dives deep into some of the most controversial moments of the episode, including Jamie and John’s brawl, Jamie and Claire’s ten-minute long “come to Jesus” moment followed by a possessive *cough* encounter in the dining room.

Excuse the sniffles this week as Chelsea discusses 711: “A Hundredweight of Stone” on the newest episode of The Sassenach Files. Pour yourself a dram, and cozy up to the fire as she chats about the many shades of Lord John, the creative choices surrounding The Big Event, and an alternative approach to the balance of the Bree, Roger, and Buck story. From set and filming location choices, to the revelation of William’s true parentage, there was a lot to process this week. So fasten your seatbelts as we attempt to sort through it all!

This week on The Sassenach Files podcast, Chelsea is back to chat about 710: “Brotherly Love.” Come join her as she discusses the gorgeous visual language and symbology utilized in this episode. She also chats about William and Rachel’s adorable flirtation, Roger’s constant string of surprises, and a fantastic bookend for the episode. She also talks about the shocking news of Jamie’s death, and the phenomenal performances on and off screen that made the fallout so powerful!