Our hosts Ahmed Ali Akbar and Greta Johnsen explore love triangles, unchecked power, and decades long betrayals with Showrunner/EP/Writer Alison Schapker, and EP/Writer Jordan Goldberg. After that, they welcome the charming actors, Tabu and Josh Heuston, to discuss their characters' mother-son dynamic. And finally, composer Volker Bertelmann breaks down the ... Show More
Sep 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 5 “We Light the Way”
Join Greta and Jason as they dive into the love triangles, shams, and illusions in Episode 105, “We Light the Way.” Plus, Executive Producer and writer Sara Hess joins the show to discuss the challenges of adapting the series from text, attending weddings in the Realm, and the tr ... Show More
1h 10m
Apr 2025
Season 3: A Final Goodbye with Aimee Lou Wood
Hosts Jia Tolentino and Josh Bearman revisit their predictions and dive into the show’s exploration of identity. Plus, Josh sits down with Aimee Lou Wood to talk about Chelsea’s complexity, her soulmate connection to Rick, and the challenges of keeping that explosive finale under ... Show More
44m 2s
Dec 2024
'Dune: Prophecy' Episodes 2 and 3 Deep-ish Dive
Sisterhood above all! After that, it will be Ben and Van coming in to chat with Joanna about the latest episodes of 'Dune: Prophecy'. First, Ben Lindbergh comes in for a chat with Jo about the latest plot and themes of the new HBO drama (07:01). Later, Van Lathan drops by to talk ... Show More
1h 39m
Jul 2024
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Ruben, and Joanna Robinson are here to discuss blood feuds, burned-out castles, and secret meetings that are all throughout the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon'.
Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson
Production:
Jack Wilson, Chris Wohlers, N ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 2 “The Rogue Prince”
Things continue to get more complicated in the realm and emotions are running high. Join co-hosts Greta Johnsen and Jason Concepcion as they discuss the new alliances and broken relationships taking place in Episode 102, “The Rogue Prince.” Plus, Emily Carey, who plays young Alic ... Show More
1h 5m
Sep 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 6 “The Princess and the Queen”
Greta and Jason discuss how the family power dynamics have changed over a decade, the difference between personal and political relationships, and the weight of owning a dragon. Then, they are joined by EP Miguel Sapochnik who shares how he navigated the episode’s ten-year time j ... Show More
1h 20m
Oct 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 10 “The Black Queen”
This week Jason and Greta take on the season 1 finale and the consequences of installing someone new on the Throne. Plus, co-creator Ryan Condal returns to the podcast to discuss the struggles of power and decision-making, creating harmony between the book and the show and, of co ... Show More
1h 16m