Jim and A.Ron consider the thrilling episode 609 of HBO’s Game of Thrones, “Battle of the Bastards”. While it could perhaps be accused of having far more heart than brains, director Miguel Sapochnik goes for broke to make us as the audience collectively feel the horrors of war and the heat of dragon’s breath. What price will the victor’s pay? And what happen ... Show More
Sep 1
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
Jun 2024
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 2 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
The hunt for blood and cheese is on, chaos is breaking out in Westeros, and sometimes you just can't tell the twins apart. Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson share their thoughts on the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon'!
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1h 2m
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
Jul 2024
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
It's time to turn up the heat as Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson talk about the latest explosive episode of 'House of the Dragon'. They talk about the stunning final battle sequence, shocking deaths, as well as some incredible witchy wonder!
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59m 21s
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
Mar 2019
Season 8 trailer talk and Battle of Winterfell set visit
James and Darren break down the long-awaited Game of Thrones season 8 trailer on EW’s Game of Thrones Podcast, brought to you by Toyota. (What, exactly, is going on with Cersei? is Jon going to ride that dragon or what?). Plus we discuss EW's new Battle of Winterfell set visit co ... Show More
43m 30s