604 - Book of the Stranger - Instant Take

This episode is excellent on rewatch. Daemon is interesting again. The Alicent vs. Rhaenyra showdown is superb. Simon Strong is the perfect addition to an already stellar cast. Theme song: Game of Th...

26 Elo 20241h 33min

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 ...

22 Elo 20241h 40min

Is this the best Otto episode? Why is Aegon so watchable? Aemond's rent-a-mommy scene is fantastic. Steve and Anthony are both feeling a bit greener than usual. That said, the promise of Alyn, Addam, ...

19 Elo 20241h 19min

Jim & A.Ron are back for more of that HOTD action, this time with readings from Martin's Targaryen history book, "Fire & Blood," to match each episode of the season we just watched. This week's readi...

15 Elo 202446min

Now that House of the Dragon season 2 has ended, we've invited Maester Anthony to join us for our wrapup podcast so we can have talk all about what went right and what went wrong. Oh, and tapestries. ...

13 Elo 20242h 27min

After a harrowing encounter with Blood and Cheese, comedian Steve Ausburne is amped up for season 2. Anthony and Steve both love Rhaenys and are hopeful for a few lesser plotlines like Alyn and Aegon'...

12 Elo 20241h 11min

The ravens have arrived from the roost. The mess they left behind is incredible. King Jimhaerys and Lord Commander A.Ron have some of the answers you seek. Who grabbed Otto? Can Ulf and Hugh be called...

8 Elo 20241h 49min

The season finale of House of the Dragon is here! King Jimhaerys and Lord Commander A.Ron gather the council to discuss the visions, lore, and characters. Whip out that crab claw for a “handy” map of ...

6 Elo 20242h 29min