The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon

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The HBO Original series House of the Dragon is back for Season 3 – and so is The Official Games of Thrones Podcast. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen every week for exclusive interviews with the show’s writers, cast and crew, and a whole lot of thoughts and opinions. It’s the only podcast with the inside scoop on all things House of the Dragon.

The Official Game of Thrones Podcast is produced by HBO Max Podcasts and Same Boat Studios. You can also watch this podcast on HBO Max.

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54 episodes
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Monday · 1 hr 1 min
Ep.6: Faceless Men (with Fabien Frankel, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, and Production Designer Jim Clay)
Jason and Greta dive into the monumental sixth episode of the season. They welcome back Fabien Frankel (Ser Criston Cole) to discuss this episode, Cole’s journey to find his purpose, and where Fabien is on his own journey with imposter syndrome. Then, Greta talks with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (Prince Daeron Targaryen) about Daeron’s identity crisis and what Daeron would be like as King. And finally, Jason and Greta sit down with Production Designer Jim Clay to learn how they built the town of Tumbleton for Season 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 20 · 58 min
Ep.5: Unbent and Unbowed (with Ewan Mitchell and Gayle Rankin, Director Nina Lopez-Corrado)
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen discuss Season 3, Episode 5 and the trouble brewing in King’s Landing. They also sit down with Ewan Mitchell (Prince Aemond Targaryen) and Gayle Rankin (Alys Rivers) to unpack their characters’ budding relationship in Harrenhal. They talk about whether Alys has “I can fix him” energy and if Aemond can learn what it means to be a man without his dragon. Then, Jason and Greta are joined by Director Nina Lopez-Corrado to talk about Rhaenyra’s advisors and filming Criston Cole’s march in the Riverlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13 · 56 min
Ep. 4: Tumbleton (with Phoebe Campbell and Writer/Executive Producer David Hancock)
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen break down season 3 episode 4, where war has come to Tumbleton. They then talk with Phoebe Campbell (Lady Rhaena Targaryen) about Rhaena’s dreams for the future, the selfless decision from Daemon in this episode, and the surprisingly similarities between Sheepstealer and their dog Tina. Finally, they sit down with the writer of this episode, Executive Producer David Hancock, to discuss writing this showcase episode for Lord Ormund Hightower and why Rhaenyra should stop reading the comments in King’s Landing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6 · 56 min
Ep.3: Rhaenyra Triumphant (with Steve Toussaint, Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner)
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack Rhaenyra’s first days on the Iron Throne in Season 3, Episode 3. First, they welcome back Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner to talk about creating this unique episode. Then, they talk with Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon) about Corlys’s request to Rhaenyra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 29 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep.2: Queen’s Landing (with Bethany Antonia and Abubakar Salim, Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner)
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen break down Season 3, Episode 2 with Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner. They unpack Rhaenyra’s grief and how they created those climactic scenes in the Throne Room. Then, Jason and Greta sit down with Bethany Antonia (Lady Baela Targaryen) and Abubakar Salim (Alyn of Hull) to talk about the cost of war and the joy of finding rare moments of hope in Westeros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 24 · 51 min
Crafting the Battle of the Gullet (with Director Loni Peristere)
In a special bonus episode made possible by Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business, Jason and Greta go behind the scenes of the season 3 premiere and how the Battle of the Gullet was brought to the screen. First, they talk with Director Loni Peristere about that epic battle and the importance of balancing visual effects and character to pull it off. Then, they share exclusive footage from a panel at the ATX TV Festival in Austin Texas, featuring Co-Creator and Showrunner Ryan Condal and cast members Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon), Harry Collett (Prince Jacaerys Velaryon), Bethany Antonia (Lady Baela Targaryen), and Abubakar Salim (Alyn of Hull). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 22 · 59 min
Ep.1: Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood (with Harry Collett & Co-Creator/Showrunner Ryan Condal)
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack the massive Season 3 premiere. They welcome Co-Creator and Showrunner Ryan Condal to the podcast to break it all down, including the devastating Battle of the Gullet. Then, Jason and Greta are joined by Harry Collett (Prince Jacaerys Velaryon) to talk about the key choices Jace makes in the premiere and what it was like filming one of the largest battles in Westeros history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 17 · 1 min
House of the Dragon Returns for Season 3
The Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon is back for Season 3, just in time for all out war in Westeros. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they break down each new episode, and all the explosive battles and drama, with the show’s writers, cast, and crew. Season 3 premieres June 21st, and new podcasts drop right after episodes air on HBO and HBO Max. It’s time to see who is ready for war, and what they’re willing to do to win it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 17 · 58 min
The 15 Year Anniversary of Game of Thrones
Jason and Greta convene for a very special episode of the podcast to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Game of Thrones premiere. They discuss the show’s incredible legacy and why they fell in love with the world of Westeros. And together, they play a game called The Besteros of Westeros, where they pick their favorite characters, quotes, and moments from the show – and who they would choose to sit on the Iron Throne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 23 · 49 min
AKOTSK Ep.6: The Morrow (with Showrunner Ira Parker)
Jason and Greta unpack the season finale and the fallout from the Trial of Seven. George R.R. Martin’s discusses what's next for Dunk and Egg. Then, they sit down with showrunner Ira Parker to discuss what the tourney meant for Dunk, if Egg will ever escape his Targaryen lineage, and whether Dunk was really knighted by Ser Arlan – and if that even matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 16 · 40 min
AKOTSK Ep.5: In the Name of the Mother (with Director Owen Harris)
Jason and Greta break down the action-packed fifth episode of the series, where Dunk and Aerion face off in the Trial of Seven. Then, they talk with Director Owen Harris about the subversive way he filmed the sequence, staying inside Dunk’s point of view, and what it was like to go back in time to Dunk’s childhood in Flea Bottom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 7 · 48 min
AKOTSK Ep.4: Seven (with Director Sarah Adina Smith)
It’s time for a Trial of Seven. Jason and Greta sit down with Director Sarah Adina Smith to discuss the fourth episode, where Dunk prepares for battle. They talk about how Dunk has reached rock bottom, Sarah getting chills on set, and why she relates to Dunk's underdog story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 2 · 44 min
AKOTSK Ep.3: The Squire (with Dexter Sol Ansell)
Jason and Greta unpack the momentous third episode of the series, where we learn more about Egg. And to break it all down, they are joined by the young squire himself, Dexter Sol Ansell. They discuss that explosive final scene, shaving his head for the role, and how many gummy worms he ate on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 26 · 52 min
AKOTSK Ep.2: Hard Salt Beef (with Peter Claffey and Medieval Historian Dr. Hugh Doherty)
Jason and Greta break down the second episode of the series, where Dunk prepares to join the tourney and honor Ser Arlan’s legacy. They talk with Ser Duncan himself, Peter Claffey, about joining the world of Game of Thrones, playing one of the smallfolk in Westeros, and he addresses the ever important question: is his character a “himbo”? Then, Jason and Greta talk to Dr. Hugh Doherty, the show’s Medievalist Consultant, to learn what knighthood meant in medieval times and if he would ever want to be a knight himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 19 · 49 min
AKOTSK Ep.1: The Hedge Knight (with Showrunner Ira Parker and Composer Dan Romer)
Jason and Greta discuss the series premiere and their first impressions of Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his young squire Egg. They talk with showrunner Ira Parker about what first drew him to this story and where Dunk stands in his knightly journey. Then, Jason and Greta sit down with composer Dan Romer, who shares how he created a unique musical landscape for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 12 · 41 min
AKOTSK: Journeying to Ashford Meadow (with George R.R. Martin)
To help get listeners ready for the new series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen are joined by George R.R. Martin, who created Westeros over three decades ago. They discuss what inspired George to write the original Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas and what knighthood means in this world. Jason and Greta also break down the trailer and play a new game called “Would You Knight It?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 12 · 2 min
Introducing A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
It’s time to travel back to Westeros with The Game of Thrones Podcast: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they unpack all things knightly and unknightly in the new HBO original series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, with help from the show’s writers, cast, and crew. The first podcast episode launches January 12th with an exclusive interview from George R.R. Martin, the man who started it all. Then, starting January 18th, podcast episodes will come out weekly right after new episodes of the show airs on HBO and HBO Max. We’ll see you at the tourney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 11, 2024 · 54 min
HOTD S2: Exploring the Game of Thrones Universe (with Tommy Dunne)
In the final episode, Jason and Greta zoom out on the wider Game of Thrones universe. They get psyched for the new HBO Original, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They also geek-out over an upcoming Thrones auction and talk all things swords with Thrones weapons master Tommy Dunne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 4, 2024 · 47 min
HOTD S2: From Book to Screen (with showrunner Ryan Condal)
Jason and Greta welcome showrunner Ryan Condal back on the podcast to answer more questions about the screen adaptation of Fire & Blood and the unique challenges of adapting the beloved George R.R. Martin book into the TV series House of the Dragon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 26, 2024 · 44 min
HOTD S2: Burning Questions
Your ‘burning’ questions, answered! This week, Jason and Greta take fan questions. With help from Showrunner Ryan Condal, Medieval Historian Dr. Charles Farris, and Sound Designer Paula Fairfield, we get some epic answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon

Ep.6: Faceless Men (with Fabien Frankel, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, and Production Designer Jim Clay)

Ep.5: Unbent and Unbowed (with Ewan Mitchell and Gayle Rankin, Director Nina Lopez-Corrado)

Ep. 4: Tumbleton (with Phoebe Campbell and Writer/Executive Producer David Hancock)

Ep.3: Rhaenyra Triumphant (with Steve Toussaint, Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner)

Ep.2: Queen’s Landing (with Bethany Antonia and Abubakar Salim, Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner)

Crafting the Battle of the Gullet (with Director Loni Peristere)

Ep.1: Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood (with Harry Collett & Co-Creator/Showrunner Ryan Condal)

House of the Dragon Returns for Season 3

The 15 Year Anniversary of Game of Thrones

AKOTSK Ep.6: The Morrow (with Showrunner Ira Parker)

AKOTSK Ep.5: In the Name of the Mother (with Director Owen Harris)

AKOTSK Ep.4: Seven (with Director Sarah Adina Smith)

AKOTSK Ep.3: The Squire (with Dexter Sol Ansell)

AKOTSK Ep.2: Hard Salt Beef (with Peter Claffey and Medieval Historian Dr. Hugh Doherty)

AKOTSK Ep.1: The Hedge Knight (with Showrunner Ira Parker and Composer Dan Romer)

AKOTSK: Journeying to Ashford Meadow (with George R.R. Martin)

Introducing A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

HOTD S2: Exploring the Game of Thrones Universe (with Tommy Dunne)

HOTD S2: From Book to Screen (with showrunner Ryan Condal)

HOTD S2: Burning Questions