This week we have the pleasure of talking about one of the best, and most gut wrenching episodes of HBO’s Game of Thrones, “The Rains of Castamere”. The Lannisters score a decisive victory against the Starks in surprising and brutal fashion. Particularly rough is Arya, who is forced to witness the destruction of her family when she was oh so close to being r ... Show More
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HOTD vs. Fire & Blood - S03E05-6 - Unbowed and Unbent and Faceless Men
We’re nearing the end of our book vs. show coverage with episodes five and six of House of the Dragon Season Three. King Jimhaerys, Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max talk Sabitha Frey’s protective privy, Criston Cole’s surprisingly more flattering depiction in the show than the book, and ... Show More
2h 12m
Aug 26
HOTD vs. Fire & Blood - S03E03-4 - Rhaenyra Triumphant and Tumbleton
Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show change, what did the book do bett ... Show More
1h 37m
Aug 21
HOTD vs. Fire & Blood - S03E01-2 - Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood and Queen’s Landing
In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen’s Landing.” They’re comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts. This episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 – p. 460, par. 1Kindle: pp. 471–4 ... Show More
2h 36m
Apr 2019
S8E3 The Battle of Winterfell
KFC, Clem, Riggs, and Ellie review the single biggest battle scene in the history of television. Arya coming in at the very last minute to save the day. Will we find out what the Night King's motive is in future episodes? Theon's character arc finally comes to a close. What happe ... Show More
53m 32s
May 2016
EW's Game of Thrones Weekly S6 Ep3: Olly's Well That Ends Well
Westeros History comes to life! In our breakdown of “Oathbreaker,” James and Darren question the loss of a silent Stark’s shaggy companion, discuss Davos Seaworth’s halftime speech, Dany’s retirement home accommodations, Arya's Daredevil teachings and Ser Alliser Thorne’s last wo ... Show More
41m 43s
Sep 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 3 “Second of His Name”
In this episode, Jason and Greta take a look at King Viserys’ isolation, Princess Rhaenyra’s frustrations, and the outcome of Daemon’s leadership in battle. Later, Milly Alcock, who portrays young Rhaenyra Targaryen, shares her approach to Westeros’ “punk princess” and the proces ... Show More
1 h
May 2019
Season 8, Ep. 6: Iron Throne Blown
The series finale! James and Darren discuss the fate of Daenerys’ Iron Throne quest, the new king (and queen!) in Westeros, fan backlash to the final season, some tales from the GoT set and Ghost finally getting schnuggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c ... Show More
1h 21m
May 2019
Season 8, Ep 5: For Whom The Bells Toll
A destructive and controversial episode of Game of Thrones inspires some profound debate, as James and Darren take a closer look at the dark turn of Daenerys Targaryen. The fatalities piled high in “The Bells,” and so James also offers insight from his interviews with the perform ... Show More
1h 25m
Apr 2015
Game of Thrones: "High Sparrow" - Dragons on the Wall
In the new (and newly titled!) Dragons on the Wall, we discuss all of the big events this week, including Cersei's power struggle and Arya's training. We aldo chat about Jon Snow's choice vs. Dany's the week before, plus what we think about a notable change for Sansa from the boo ... Show More
40m 26s