Season 1

Andor – S01E11 – Daughter of Ferrix

David and John discuss Season 1, Episode 11 of the Star Wars Disney+ show, Andor. After an emotional recap of the events on Ferrix and Coruscant, they discuss one of the hottest topics in the galaxy: do we want a Jedi in Andor, and will we get one? With one episode left the stage is set for an incredible season finale. Finally, David and John answer listener feedback.

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Andor S01

Due to popular demand, we decided to cover Andor for you. Disney+ has both delivered and disappointed on the Star Wars front. But could this be the Star Wars shows we have been waiting for? Did Andor push Jim over the edge? Find out in this episode of Off the Clock.

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Double Dragon: HOTD Book vs. Show + Bookaloo Bonus

Steve and Anthony discuss the major differences between book and show in House of the Dragon. Then Anthony previews A Clash of Kings with Katherine Olley, Jason Eberl, and J.J. Hollenback. HT Jason Eberl: Portrait of El Primo.

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Andor – S01E10 – One Way Out

David and John discuss Season 1, Episode 10 of the Star Wars Disney+ show, Andor. David explains why he shed tears during the prison break and brings in connections with Rogue One. John can’t say enough good about Andy Serkis and Stellan Skarsgard. Overall, the Lorehounds agree this might be the best TV they’ve seen all year.

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Talking Fire and Blood with Kim Renfro

Kim Renfro, entertainment reporter for Insider and co-host of A Cast of Kings joins A.Ron to talk about the book reader perspective on this season of HOTD. We talk the impact of the Song of Ice and Fire prophecy on the show and how it might connect with the other GOT spinoff series, compare notes on what it’s like to be the book reader with a non-reader co-host, discuss GRRM finishing the books and debate the wisdom of rebooting the original Game of Thrones series. We wrap things up with some well marked spoiler speculation on the fate of Laenor Velaryon!

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House of the Dragon, Season One Wrap

Hot-stove HOTD is heating up! But first, let’s hand out awards with NFL analyst Fran Duffy. Then religion expert Brenden Walsh helps Anthony gear up for the new season of Electric Bookaloo.

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Andor – S01E09 – Nobody’s Listening!

David and John discuss Season 1, Episode 9 of the Star Wars Disney+ show, Andor. Unlike Cassian, we’re hoping someone is listening to our scene-by-scene breakdown, our short lore segment on Saw Gerrera, and a transmission of listener feedback. Is this the darkest piece of Star Wars visual media yet? Will Karn ever learn personal boundaries?

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S01 Wrapup

It was a tale of two houses, one Green and the other Black. To our delight, the GOT universe made a triumphant return to the small screen. From enormous time jumps, rotating cast members, and a great expansion on lore, I think we can agree the season pulled off some impressive plays. As we eagerly await the next season, let’s dive back into the first once again.

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Andor – S01E08 – Narkina 5

David and John recap and discuss Season 1, Episode 8: Narkina 5 of Star Wars: Andor on Disney+. They dive into the tale of two prisoners: one in a cell, one in a cubicle. And what is it that Andy Serkis is assembling? Finally, they answer listener questions.

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S01E10 – The Black Queen – Feedback

Now that the first season is in the rear view, let’s talk about it! Should you read the books? Who took the first shot in this war? Were the Targaryens always fated to fight? Can a rider breathe at dragon cruising altitude? Is Aemond a warrior or idiot kid who can’t control his emotions? King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron are here to impart their wisdom.

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