Dr. Valerie Garver (NIU) explains Arya’s advantages and disadvantages as she travels north and talks a bit about wolf lore. Then Dr. Iain MacInnis (UHI) helps Anthony explore the origins of dragon lore. Have a look at Val’s book!
Read MoreArthur Njamfa returns to discuss Bran’s claustrophobic childhood, the magical properties of the comet, and Naruto-inspired sprinting. Then Anthony provides his official season one review of House of the Dragon.
Read MoreIs Varys really for the realm? Was Shae a spy from the beginning? Pádraig MacCarron returns to discuss Tyrion’s first POV in A Clash of Kings. Then Arthur Njamfa challenges Maester Anthony’s leal service to the House of the Dragon fandom.
Read MoreSansa is now a pup alone, surrounded by lions. Joffrey is a monster and Cersei rules in his name. Will Ned’s daughter be savvy enough to recognize the Hound and Tyrion as allies? Jan Doolittle Wilson returns to talk it over. Then historian Iain MacInnis discusses House of the Dragon and historical parallels.
Read MoreThe Arya roadshow begins! Author Stephanie Hammer joins the program to talk about Arya’s development in A Clash of Kings. Then Anthony and Steve talk about the rules of dragon magic.
Read MoreHouse of the Dragon continues to generate drama even in the interim. Comedian Steve Ausburne and NFL analyst Fran Duffy take Maester Anthony’s survey to see if they’re leal to HOTD or the original series. Then Anthony talks with various experts on the show and the books.
Read MoreA Daemon Targaryen character study followed by a Dany Targaryen character study.
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Medievalist Brian Pavlac explains the medieval concept of rape, explains why anyone would use a mace or club in battle, and exposes Braveheart’s false appeal to “prima nocta.” Then Tripp Fuller and Anthony discuss House of the Dragon and Rings of Power.
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Archeologist Aaron Brummitt joins Anthony to discuss Jon’s coming-of-age chapter. Under discussion: would Robb have beheaded Jon had he arrived in Riverrun? Then Anthony talks storytelling with filmmaker J.J. Hollenback.
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A.Ron and Anthony talk about the pilot episode of House of the Dragon. Then Tripp Fuller discusses Tyrion’s ascension to acting Hand of the King. Check out https://trippfuller.com/
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