House of R

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Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and character arcs or tracing influences across decades of fantasy and sci-fi stories, Jo and Mal will be here weekly with Deep Dives into new nerd culture releases, nostalgic revisitations of their favorite tales in fandom, Hype Meters, drafts, mailbags, watch lists, top moments countdowns, recommendations, and more.

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Monday · 1 hr 2 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 7 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off by decoding Helaena’s visions, then get into Aemond’s latest hallucinations at Harrenhal, and later rank the ferocity of the dragons that are still in play. (00:00) Intro (1:14) CR’s recap (6:03) Helaena’s visions and what they mean (12:11) Is Rhaenyra starting to have some doubts about the prophecy? (14:54) Mysaria and Rhaenyra’s relationship (18:54) Aemond’s Harrenhal vision with Alicent (22:47) Rhaenyra’s plan to take out Aemond (26:13) The hierarchy of dragon superiority (34:47) Aegon and his arc this season (45:05) Hightower schemes (51:50) Fallout of the Daemon and Rhaenyra conversation (56:39) What do you want from the finale? Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Saturday · 2 hr 6 min
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are here to dive deep into the latest Marvel movie, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ They break down all of the characters that make an appearance, the themes of the movie, and what it sets up for the future of the MCU. (00:00) Intro (08:21) Opening Snapshot (29:09) Deep Dive Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, Scott Lee, and Jamie Yukich Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 29 · 3 hr 2 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 6 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the sixth episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, "Faceless Men." They discuss the Butcher’s Ball, dragon dreams, some assassination attempts, and more! (00:00) Intro (08:00) Opening Snapshot (19:12) Deep dive (19:53) The Butcher’s Ball is here at last (42:11) The black council remains a dumpster fire (01:00:57) House Baratheon enters the chat (01:08:29) Ulf shares a lament with Hugh (01:12:57) Rhaenyra and Alicent discuss escapegate (01:18:55) Mysaria covers her ass (01:22:26) The gold cloaks retire (01:26:05) Alyn appeals to his father (01:29:20) Tyland, Larys, and Aegon dig the realm’s shallowest grave (01:32:17) Alys ratchets up the flirting (01:35:41) Jeyne Arryn scolds Rhaena (01:38:40) It is, once again, incest o’clock (01:42:35) Gwayne arrives in Tumbleton (01:55:13) Helaena sews the future (01:58:34) Alys shows Aemond her dragon eggs (02:22:22) Rhaenyra hears petitions—and cuts her hand (02:33:38) Daemon goes undercover (02:34:04) Gwayne thwarts an assassination attempt (02:40:57) Kat rejects Hugh (02:42:14) Rhaenyra sends Alicent to Harrenhal (02:47:57) Closing shots (02:49:05) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 27 · 1 hr 3 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 6 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off by once again speculating about Corlis’s well-being, then they dive into the biggest moment in this episode involving Ser Criston Cole and, finally, give us a rundown on Daenys the Dreamer. (00:00) Intro (1:13) CR’s recap (5:59) Rest in Peace Criston Cole (14:01) Book Moments and How They Translate to TV (22:04) Show Moments We’re Questioning (27:50) Favorite Moment of the Episode (36:01) The Throne Has Drawn Blood From Rhaenyra (38:44) More Dragon Eggs (48:15) Romance Corner (54:39) Daenys the Dreamer and Prophecy (56:57) Where Everyone Is at the End of the Episode Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, Jamie Yukich, and Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 26 · 1 hr 9 min
Comic-Con 2026 Top 5 Moments
Mal and Jo are at San Diego Comic-Con 2026! They rank their favorite moments of SDCC 2026. They discuss everything from Marvel to ‘Rings of Power’ and ‘Lanterns’! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, Aleya Zenieris, Jon Jones, and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 2 hr 45 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 5 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the fifth episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, "Unbowed and Unbent." They discuss Aemond’s Harrenhal dreams, Alicent’s escape attempts, Criston and Gwayne’s muddy campaign, and more! (00:00) Intro (03:53) Opening Snapshot (19:57) Criston and Gwayne (42:28) Ormund and Daeron (01:07:32) Aemond and Alys (01:30:46) Aegon and Larys (01:41:56) Alicent, Helaena, and Mysaria (01:59:40) The black council (02:06:57) Daemon and Rhaenyra (02:25:58) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 21 · 1 hr 13 min
'The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 7 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo dive deep into the ‘Vampire Lestat’ season finale! They discuss what worked and didn't work in this finale and share some season superlatives! (00:00) Intro (05:27) Opening Snapshot (14:03) The long-promised long table (35:09) An offal time with Louis and Armand (46:22) It’s your boy, Daniel Molloy (51:03) One night only at Nicki’s Tavern (55:55) The aftermath (01:02:54) Season superlatives Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 20 · 1 hr 1 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 5 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off by recounting the ambitions of each of our characters currently, then dissect the complex scene between Ormund and Daeron, and speculate what we might see in the future from Alys and Aemond in Harrenhal. (00:00) Intro (00:56) CR’s recap (6:19) Favorite moment of the episode (9:41) What does everyone want? (20:48) Ormund’s story of Meria Martell (26:01) The Green Army Vs. the Black Army (30:44) Criston Cole reveals his true desires (35:40) The Alicent-Mysaria-Rhaenyra situation (37:47) The Murder of the gold cloaks (42:31) Halaena’s own moment (47:05) Alys and Aemond’s growing relationship (54:00) Rhaenyra and Joffrey (55:49) Final thoughts Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 18 · 2 hr 27 min
‘The Odyssey’ Deep Dive
Mal and Jo defy the gods by diving deep into Christopher Nolan’s latest film, ‘The Odyssey.’ They break down the themes, the performances, how it fits into the rest of Nolan’s filmography, and more! (00:00) Intro (04:46) Opening Snapshot (46:31) Really Defying The Gods (01:02:29) Polytropos and Xenia — A Crash Course in Greek (01:18:55) Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story? (01:30:59) Argos, The Boy Who Waited (01:34:32) Anyone Can Wear The Mask (01:46:22) Oh, The Telemachy (01:55:04) Nolan’s First Horror Movie? (02:02:32) Nolan’s First Musical? (02:11:34) A Bizarrely Unhorny 'Odyssey' (02:13:55) To The Monsters We’re The Monsters Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, Scott Lee, and Jamie Yukich Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 16 · 3 hr 19 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 4 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the fourth episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, "Tumbleton." They discuss Daemon discovering Rhaena’s secret, Alyn’s new responsibilities, and the rising tensions in both King’s Landing and Tumbleton. (00:00) Intro (07:10) Opening Snapshot (26:44) Opening credits update (28:37) Taking over Tumbleton (34:23) Bath time with Ormund Hightower (46:35) The black council considers the Ormund conundrum (54:46) Rhaenyra seeks Ormund intel from Alicent (01:06:58) Corlys grants Alyn his seat (01:11:01) Aegon and Larys find sweet Sunfyre (01:19:59) Criston and Gwayne reach Harrenhal (01:29:43) Alyn and Rhaenyra bond (01:33:23) Aegon and Larys reach Rook’s Rest (01:33:40) Turmoil in Tumbleton (01:41:11) Hugh implores Rhaenyra to send him to Tumbleton (01:42:48) Ulf’s graffiti stroll (01:45:23) Kat’s family appeals to Ormund (01:46:57) Rhaenyra consults Orwyle on the Faith (01:54:03) Daemon treats with Lady Jeyne (01:57:57) Daemon discovers Rhaena’s secret (02:11:14) Ormund’s meltdown (02:16:28) Ulf’s request (02:27:36) Aegon kisses the boot (02:30:07) Daemon gifts Rhaenyra … a charred head (02:38:05) Oh boy, Helaena is pregnant (02:42:51) Ormund forces Daeron to bloody his blade (02:50:06) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13 · 1 hr 11 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 4 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and special guest Van Lathan are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off with Joanna’s Chris Ryan impression, get into the universal love for Daeron Targaryen, and wrap up with Team Black’s interesting choice of small council. (00:00) Intro (02:51) CR’s recap (05:48) Favorite moment of the episode (12:43) 'GoT' communion ritual (14:14) Ormund and Daeron’s relationship (15:55) Cult of Hightower (17:30) Daeron Hightower vs. Daeron Targaryen (22:06) Ormund and the Faith (26:42) Villains in the 'Thrones' universe (30:56) Ormund Hightower vs. Tywin Lannister (35:53) Alys, the witch and queen of Harrenhal? (40:23) Criston Cole’s self-reflection (47:24) Big reveal: Helaena is pregnant (52:57) Undercover boss: Aegon and Larys at Rook’s Rest (54:55) Relationship between riders and dragons in this episode (59:38) Team Black’s small council (01:02:46) Orwyle’s character progression Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and Van Lathan Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 12 · 1 hr 40 min
‘The Vampire Lestat’ Episodes 5 and 6 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo dive deep into ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 6! They also check back in on Episode 5! They discuss the introduction of Akasha, a séance, and the best song of the season so far. (00:00) Intro (05:27) Opening Snapshot (28:00) Let’s begin at the end (41:10) The queen arrived! (01:00:08) “Stained Glass Eyes” (01:05:52) “Dick Salt” (working title) (01:10:31) Dan gets a suntan (01:14:49) Exorcising demons (01:21:45) Back on the bench (01:28:08) A roundup of fun and funny things (01:33:17) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 2 hr 57 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 3 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the third episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, “Rhaenyra Triumphant.” They break down everything from Ormund’s scheming with a fake Daeron to Rhaenyra’s rough first day at the office. (00:00) Intro (05:53) Opening Snapshot (25:21) Daemon forces Ormund’s “surrender” [wink wink] (38:04) Opening credits update (41:57) Rhaenyra begins a normal one (55:17) Rhaenyra meets “Daeron” (01:17:13) Small Councils and empty coffers (01:31:28) Rhaenyra recants her pledge to Alicent (01:41:56) Mysaria’s to-do list grows (01:47:15) A frosty meeting with the High Septon (01:54:05) Corlys makes his ask (01:57:47) Seeking some midnight cuddles (01:59:27) A moon blood interruption (02:04:42) Hearing petitions (02:08:14) The Small Council continues to bicker (02:1034) Knighting the seeds (02:12:51) Alicent guides—and warns—Rhaenyra (02:15:42) A ratty dinner is served (02:21:08) Daemon shares his simple platform: We’re gods (02:28:14) Corlys and Rhaenyra argue (02:34:25) The Faeron and Tumbleton reveals (02:41:19) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6 · 1 hr 6 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 3 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off by dissecting the immense pressure on Rhaenyra’s shoulders in this episode, then get into the stereotypes of the Targaryen madness, and finally help us answer the biggest question of the episode: Was Daeron Targaryen, in fact, well met? (00:00) Intro (01:36) CR’s recap (04:19) Is this the best episode of ‘House of the Dragon’? (10:14) The pressures of the crown (13:50) The humor in this episode (16:54) Targaryen lineage and the madness (22:32) Matt Smith’s performance in this episode (25:16) Daemon and Rhaenyra speak of the future (27:18) Seeking counsel from Alicent (31:50) Viserys’s complicated legacy (35:12) Have we seen the real Daeron? (40:55) Corlys and the issue of bastards (45:54) Rhaenyra sucks at diplomacy (49:34) The scheming of Ormund Hightower (50:57) Westeros Geography Corner Part 2 (53:25) Hunting for the usurpers (57:14) The Faith and the queen Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 1 · 2 hr 54 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 2 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the second episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, ”Queen's Landing.” They break down everything from Aemond's arrival at Harrenhal to Rhaenyra’s arrival at King’s Landing. (00:00) Intro (06:39) Opening Snapshot (20:57) Opening Credits Check-in (23:11) Mopping Up the Gullet (27:55) Rhaenyra Receives Jace’s Body (45:09) Rhaena and Sheepstealer Return to the Vale (54:04) A Post-Fishfeed Musical Interlude (01:04:14) Daemon and Alys Say an Ominous Farewell (01:16:49) The Search for Corlys (01:29:26) Aegon and Larys Make Their Escape (01:33:40) Alicent Springs Into Action (01:44:23) Aemond Takes Harrenhal—At a Cost (01:51:05) Daemon Shares Choice Words With the Seeds and Mysaria (02:00:29) Daemon Reminds Rhaenyra of Their Purpose (02:06:56) The Blacks Fly to King’s Landing (02:09:48) Taking the Red Keep (02:18:00) Rhaenyra Takes a Head—and a Throne (02:31:08) Book Spoilers! Explore the exclusive collection at ⁠Target.com.⁠ Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 30 · 1 hr 28 min
‘The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 4 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo dive deep into ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 4! They discuss Lestat’s shower of blood, Armand’s attempts to apologize to Daniel, Louis’s discussions with Regina, and more! (00:00) Intro (04:20) Opening Snapshot (16:01) Hey, Big Bus! A.k.a., the Marginal Mystery Tour (33:56) Sloppy thirds for the Vampire Bourdain (57:00) Devil’s Minion (01:00:57) Armand takes the 12 steps to the blood shower (01:02:29) “Big Boss” (01:06:02) Louis and Regina—men will do anything other than go to therapy (01:11:22) An assassination attempt and a record deal (01:19:04) Book spoilers! Explore the exclusive collection at ⁠Target.com⁠ Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 29 · 55 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Episode 2 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are primed and ready to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’! They start off with a very helpful, and beautiful, map of Westeros and touch on where all our characters are currently. Then they dive into the epic throne room scene, Aemond in Harrenhal, and the wonderful adventures of Aegon and Larys. (00:00) Intro (01:27) CR’s Recap (07:00) Westeros Geography Corner (14:00) The Movements of the New Dragon Riders (15:54) Alys the Witch and Harrenhal (24:19) Aemond in Harrenhal (25:00) Rhaenyra and the Throne Room (28:08) A Brief History of Otto Hightower (31:56) Rhaenyra’s Public Test (33:57) Aegon and Larys on the Road (34:38) Alicent is Going Through It (37:13) Corlys and His Remaining Family (38:13) The Reactions to Jace’s death (40:40) The Prophecy and the Targaryen Lineage (44:14) The Mysaria Dynamic (47:12) Where Does Aegon Go From Here? Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 24 · 2 hr 45 min
'House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 1 Deep Dive
We’ve come to pod for the dragon queen! Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the premiere episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, ”Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood.” They break down everything from the Battle of the Gullet to Aemond and Alicent’s relationship. (00:00) Intro (07:19) Opening Snapshot (19:09) Rhaena claims Sheepstealer in the Vale (32:02) Aemond learns that Aegon has fled (33:25) Aegon and Larys are taken prisoner (39:43) Rhaenyra shares the news of Alicent’s visit (49:14) Aemond confronts Alicent (58:46) The winter wolves arrive (01:07:25) Criston and Gwayne continue their Philosophy courses (01:18:37) The Dragonseeds camp at Harrenhal (01:24:29) Alicent writes a letter (01:29:32) Corlys attempts to make peace with Alyn (01:32:57) The Triarchy arrives (01:38:26) Ormund Hightower enters the chat (01:49:57) It’s Incest O’Clock for Aemond and Alicent (01:56:56) Jace imprisons his own mother (02:10:02) The Battle of the Gullet (02:21:41) Book spoilers! Explore the exclusive collection at ⁠Target.com.⁠ Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 23 · 1 hr 35 min
'The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 3 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo dive deep into ‘The Vampire Lestat’ Episode 3! They discuss Lestat’s history with Nicki and Magnus, Louis’s revenge against Bruce, how Lestat tricked Daniel, and more! (00:00) Intro (03:32) Opening Snapshot (14:11) Sofia, Lestat, and the vanishing Toronto skyline (16:58) An interview with a vampire (33:23) Darling Nicki (46:01) Pop-up video: Magnus (56:42) Nicki, Round 2 (01:09:57) Louis, Bruce, Claudia, Lestat, and Magnus (01:23:15) “Loneliness” and silence (01:26:29) Vampires Anonymous (01:27:52) Book spoilers Explore the exclusive collection at ⁠Target.com.⁠ Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 22 · 1 hr 1 min
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Premiere Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back and ready to talk all things Westeros! They jump right into breaking down ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3, Episode 1. They discuss the Battle of the Gullet, get into Alicent and Aemond’s heated talk, and end with what we all need: a little dragon math to know which dragons are with which people. (00:00) Intro (01:18) CR’s recap (06:09) Favorite moment of the episode (14:41) Pace of the show (18:49) The Battle of the Gullet (24:55) Rhaena and Sheepstealer (28:40) What were Jace’s motivations? (32:32) Corlys Velaryon and his family (36:47) Who won the Battle of the Gullet? (39:20) Alicent and Aemond’s relationship (44:33) Divisions inside Team Green and Team Black (47:28) Alys the witch (49:23) What is Daemon up to? (51:33) What is Criston Cole up to? (56:37) Episode 1: Dragon math Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices