Electric Bookaloo

Electric Bookaloo: HOTD feedback + Theon I (Clash)

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.

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Electric Bookaloo: Davos I (Clash)

Andrew 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.

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Electric Bookaloo: Arya III (Clash) + HOTD Feedback

A.Ron answers listener questions and Katherine Olley (Oxford) discusses Arya, Yoren, and spooky trees.

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Electric Bookaloo: HOTD talk with A.Ron and Dr. Chown

This 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.

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Electric Bookaloo: Tyrion II (Clash)

Tyrion 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.

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Electric Bookaloo: Catelyn I (Clash) +HOTD

Medievalist 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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Jon I (Clash) + HOTD

Professor Andrew Howe joins Anthony to discuss the new Jon Snow sequel and Jon’s first POV chapter in ACOK. Then Anthony’s friend Melanie joins the podcast to challenge his three rules about dragon magic.

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Electric Bookaloo: The Green Knight

It’s Cristes Mæsse in the Court of King Arthur! Anthony and Carol Parish Jamison cover David Lowery’s 2021 gem: “The Green Knight.” This film explores the intricacies of gift-giving, knighthood, and dirty tricks.

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Electric Bookaloo: Ayra II (Clash) + HOTD

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! 

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Electric Bookaloo: Bran I (Clash) + HOTD

Arthur 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.

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