Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Queen Who Ever Was and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Anticipation builds for Rhaena and the ugly wild dragon known as Sheepstealer. The characters of Addam and Alyn take on different personalities and actions in the show. And in the…
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Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys consult the ancient tome of Fire & Blood by GRRM. Was the confrontation between Aemond and Aegon part of the plan, or a surprise opportunity? Would you rather get married or bond with a dragon? Dragon…obviously.
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How difficult was it to claim Harrenhal in the book? And much Alys Rivers was there? And it’s really only that many paragraphs? I guess it’s a good thing we also have your feedback and some bonus readings on the dragon pit! This week’s reading: Daemon Takes Harrenhal: pg.412 through pg.413 Battle of the Burning…
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Lets revisit Arryk Cargyll’s mission, recontextualize Aegon’s hissy fit and Otto’s scheming, and maybe splash in a little bit of Daemon that is shuffled around in the show as we cover the sections of Fire & Blood that are relevant to “Rhaenyra the Cruel.” This week’s reading: pg.428 p.2 through pg.430 p.3 and pg.431 p.2…
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A.Ron answers listener feedback re: House of the Dragon. Then the Lorehounds join the podcast to cover Theon’s supergross return to Ironborn culture.
Read MoreAndrew Howe joins Anthony to talk about Martin’s first common-born POV character: Davos. The Onion Knight’s unique relationship to power, patronage, and House Baratheon bring an all new flavor to the world of Ice and Fire.
Read MoreA.Ron answers listener questions and Katherine Olley (Oxford) discusses Arya, Yoren, and spooky trees.
Read MoreThis week we wrap season 9 of Electric Bookaloo with a HOTD centric pod. A.Ron and Anthony take listener questions and Dr. Jeffrey Chown discusses HOTD’s place in the history of long-form television.
Read MoreTyrion and Varys discuss power and riddles. So do Anthony and Arthur. Do Arthur a solid and visit www.kynsports.co.uk to fill out his survey re: women’s sports coverage.
Read MoreMedievalist Jana Matthews explains Robb’s peace terms (they suck) and historian Iain MacInnes explains hostage taking. Anthony and Iain also share their favorite scenes from House of the Dragon.
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