The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon The Real History Behind Westeros with Medieval Historian Charles Farris
Jun 5, 2024
Medieval Historian Charles Farris dives into the real history behind Westeros in Game of Thrones, discussing George R.R. Martin's inspiration and the authentic medieval world-building. Explore the brutality of medieval battles, societal groups in GoT, and challenges faced by rulers. Learn about the influence of popular entertainment on medieval rulers and humorous solutions for uniting the realm.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Real History Behind Westeros
01:40 • 5min
Exploring the Mystery and Familiarity of the Medieval Era
06:57 • 3min
Historical Inspiration and World-building in Game of Thrones
10:00 • 16min
The Influence of Popular Entertainment on Medieval Rulers
25:42 • 2min
Exploring the Brutality of Medieval Battles and Jousting Tournaments
27:44 • 5min
Medieval Societal Groups in GoT
32:40 • 14min
Challenges of Uniting the Realm and Humorous Solutions
47:01 • 3min