In our penultimate podcast for HBO's Game of Thrones, we invite Gods of Thrones co-author Anthony Le Donne back to the studio to discuss how the book might resolve in ways that are consistent, but perhaps more satisfying, than some found the show's resolution. Then we're off to feedback, where we talk about Martin's progress on Winds, our thoughts on Bran th ... Show More
Jul 24
House of the Dragon - S03E05 - Unbowed and Unbent - Feedback
It’s another packed mailbag as King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron tackle your questions after House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 5. From Rhaenyra’s newfound spirituality and Ormund Hightower’s political strategy to pacing, dragons, propaganda, and whether Westeros could really use a ... Show More
2h 21m
Jul 20
House of the Dragon - S03E05 - Unbowed and Unbent
Season 3 of House of the Dragon heats up with Episode 5, "Unbowed and Unbent". King's Landing trades rats for cats, Cole's army gets a crash course in leech therapy, and Helaena, despite being one of the show's few innocents, somehow continues to get the worst deal in Westeros. S ... Show More
2h 13m
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
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
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
May 2024
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Trailer Breakdown, Plus ‘Game of Thrones’ Five Years Later
They are so eager to pod! Mal and Jo return to King's Landing to pod about all things 'Game of Thrones'! First, they take a look back at the series finale five years later (09:35). Then, they break down every frame of the latest 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 trailer (35:52). Lat ... Show More
2h 37m
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
Oct 2020
"Fire Cannot Kill a Dragon" Part 4
Hosts James Hibberd and Darren Franich are back with the fourth and final new episode of Game of Thrones Weekly, celebrating James' new book Fire Cannot Kill a Dragon, available now! This week James and Darren get into the controversial final season, including the cast and crew’s ... Show More
46m 42s
Aug 2024
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 8 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
The season finale of 'House of the Dragon' is here, and Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin are here to give you their instant reactions to all of the drama in Westeros. From Ulf's courtly faux pas to Daemon coming through in Harrenhal to another unexpected reunion, 'T ... Show More
1h 28m