Outlander S2 Epi3 Preview

Things are heating up and we can’t wait! S2 Epi3 – Useful Occupations and Deceptions Jamie’s days and nights are dominated by political machinations, while Claire finds solace in her healing skills. As their plan to stop Culloden progresses, including engaging the aid of a young pickpocket, the past threatens to derail their forward momentum. Check out Jamie’s insignia ring. Hmmm . . . Will … Continue reading Outlander S2 Epi3 Preview

Outlander: Inside S2 Epi2

It is incredible how generous the Outlander cast and crew are with their time and to their fans. We have never seen anything like this before and are so grateful they are willing to share insight with us. If you have not visited the Outlander Community website, you are missing a treat. SET DESIGN To give each room its own distinct look, the walls were … Continue reading Outlander: Inside S2 Epi2

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S2 Epi2

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S2 Ep2 – Not in Scotland Anymore As we all know, Claire, Jamie and Murtagh are no longer in Scotland and are now in France. The episode title card surely showed what this episode would be about – the opulence of the French court and the grand costumes and set designs – and, it did not disappoint. This conversation is between Kristal and … Continue reading Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S2 Epi2

Outlander S2 Ep2 – ‘Not in Scotland Anymore’ (Title Analysis | *New Pics*)

Blacklanderz Conversations – S2 Ep2  Not in Scotland Anymore The title of this episode is in no need of too much analysis or explanation. Jamie’s statement at the end of Epi 1 just about sums it up!  “Another country, another enemy. Life with you is certainly never dull, Sassenach.” Just like Dorothy and Todo left Kansas to venture to the new world of Oz, so … Continue reading Outlander S2 Ep2 – ‘Not in Scotland Anymore’ (Title Analysis | *New Pics*)

Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S2 Ep1

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S2 Ep1 – Through a Glass, Darkly Just as we suspected, we decided we could not wait to discuss two episodes after Epi2, but rather wanted to do it now. Again, these will not be complete recaps of the episodes, too many other people do that and do it well. We just wanted to post reactions or conversations about them. Blacklanderz Kristal … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S2 Ep1

Outlander: Season 2 Begins . . . All Things New, Even the Music

We love the new main title theme and tone of the music for Season 2 thus far. As Bear McCreary mentioned, the music is also a part of telling the story. He is an absolute genius! If you never followed his blog, you should. It’s quite insightful. The first season of Outlander gave me the chance to fulfill a life-long dream of incorporating Scottish folk … Continue reading Outlander: Season 2 Begins . . . All Things New, Even the Music

Outlander S2 Ep1 Through a Glass, Darkly (Title Analysis)

Blacklanderz Conversations – Outlander Episode Recaps S2 Ep1 Through a Glass, Darkly Because there are already so many people that do an excellent job at recapping Outlander episodes, once again, we want to do something different. For starters, we will provide conversations Blacklanderz had or their reaction(s) during two episodes rather one. Look for the first conversation after Epi 2 (well, we will try to … Continue reading Outlander S2 Ep1 Through a Glass, Darkly (Title Analysis)

Television Academy: From Scotland to Paris (New Photos)

The Television Academy held an Outlander event on April 5, 2016 and provided a live stream. The panelists included: Ronald D. Moore, Showrunner, Writer and Executive Producer Maril Davis, Executive Producer Terry Dresbach, Costume Designer Jon Gary Steele, Production Designer Bear McCreary, Composer Caitriona Balfe, Claire Randall Fraser Sam Heughan, Jamie Fraser Tobias Menzies, Frank Randall/Jack Randall CBS news correspondent Michelle Miller moderated the discussion. She was one … Continue reading Television Academy: From Scotland to Paris (New Photos)

The Surprising Way Outlander Is Handling Sex in Season 2

This is an excellent article by Lauren Piester for Eonline! If there were an award for best sex on TV last year, Outlander would win it. Hands down. Outlander is not necessarily about sex, but that might as well be in its description, thanks to Claire (Caitriona Balfe), Jamie (Sam Heughan), and their welcome lesson in how two people can communicate with each other and … Continue reading The Surprising Way Outlander Is Handling Sex in Season 2

Outlander star Sam Heughan on Scottish independence, super fans and his life changing role

When Sam Heughan was a young boy growing up in Dumfries and Galloway, he could often be found romping through the surrounding countryside, wooden stick in hand, imagining himself as iconic figures from Scottish history: Bonnie Prince Charlie, Robert the Bruce and William Wallace. These days Heughan gets to play a swashbuckling hero for a living. The 35-year-old actor has a leading role in hit US … Continue reading Outlander star Sam Heughan on Scottish independence, super fans and his life changing role

Outlander’s Caitriona Balfe: Secret ingredients that made TV series a global hit

It’s almost that time, Outlander Clandom! And, we can’t wait. The second season of Outlander will see the action switch to the opulence of Paris as Balfe’s character Claire and her husband Jamie – a swashbuckling Highlander played by Sam Heughan – attempt to infiltrate the brewing Jacobite rebellion led by Charles Edward Stuart. Balfe smiles when asked how she is coping with the mechanics … Continue reading Outlander’s Caitriona Balfe: Secret ingredients that made TV series a global hit