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, Tropes Course examinations, Hall of Fame inductions, Hype Meters, drafts, mailbags, watch lists, top moments countdowns, recommendations, and more.
Episodes
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Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 57min
'Deadpool & Wolverine,' Downey as Doctor Doom, and the State of the MCU | House of R
The hosts dive into the success and humor of 'Deadpool & Wolverine', sharing their favorite moments from the blockbuster. They hand out awards and reflect on the MCU's future after recent comic events. Discussions include the shift in character dynamics and nostalgic ties to Wolverine. They explore potential new characters and the excitement surrounding upcoming Marvel projects, like Harrison Ford as Red Hulk. The episode balances humor with insightful analysis of the evolving Marvel landscape.
Aug 7, 2024 • 3h 55min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 8 Deep Dive | House of R
Dive into a thrilling analysis of the Season 2 finale packed with crucial moments! Discover how Tyland's recruitment changes the game and the brewing tension between Jace and Ulf. Helaena's unique prophecies add a mystical layer, while Criston's poetry slam offers surprising levity. Explore the evolving dynamics within the Targaryen family, the complexities of leadership, and how personal sacrifices shape their fates. There's humor, emotional depth, and insights into character motivations, setting the stage for future conflicts.
Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 31min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 8 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
In the season finale reactions, the hosts dissect Weseros' dramatic moments, including courtly blunders and unexpected reunions. They delve into character dynamics, especially the struggles between Rhaenyra and Allison over power and agency. Humorous commentary on the Triarchy's ambitions showcases emotional turmoil and vengeance themes. The importance of identity and legacy is debated through character arcs, while philosophical musings on free will are explored against the backdrop of fate and dragon riding.
Jul 31, 2024 • 3h 46min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 7 Deep Dive. Plus: Tom Bennett! | House of R
In this insightful discussion, actor Tom Bennett, known for his role in 'House of the Dragon', joins the hosts to dive into the riveting developments of Season 2. They explore the intense themes of sacrifice in dragon bonding, as well as the humorous side of managing animals on set. The conversation also touches on the complex dynamics of Targaryen relationships, including parenting mishaps and legacy. Finally, they speculate on the exciting twists awaiting in the season finale, blending analysis with lighthearted banter.
Jul 29, 2024 • 1h 23min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 7 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
The hosts dive into the emotional dynamics of Episode 7, highlighting Daemon's challenges and Jace's discontent. They explore the significance of new dragon riders and their implications for Targaryen legacies. The conversation touches on the struggles of ordinary characters amid grand conflicts, showcasing the complexities of leadership and loyalty. Political intrigues unfold as past grievances resurface, and the podcast delivers witty insights into moral dilemmas and the evolving ambitions within the Targaryen family.
Jul 26, 2024 • 3h 42min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 6 Deep Dive | House of R
Dive deep into 'House of the Dragon' with discussions on Daemon's hauntings, Aaemond's cabinet shuffle, Rhaenyra's dragon woes, and speculation over book spoilers. Explore character dynamics, political intrique, and evolving views in Westeros. Dive into themes of moderation in medication, relationship complexities, and speculation on plot developments in Season 2.
Jul 22, 2024 • 59min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 6 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Chris, Joanna, and Mallory discuss the emotional moments, power struggles, and complex character dynamics in the sixth episode of 'House of the Dragon'. They analyze character development, dragon interactions, royal bloodlines, and intricate connections within the show, providing insights and speculations on key scenes and relationships.
Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 51min
'The Acolyte' Episode 8 Deep Dive
Dive deep into the season finale of a divisive TV series with insights on character development and plot direction. Explore mysterious powers and forbidden alliances, along with character dynamics and story speculation. Delve into characters' journeys to the dark side and plot twists, analyzing surprising revelations and the state of the Sith and Light Side of the Force in the series.
Jul 17, 2024 • 3h 49min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 Deep Dive. Plus: Steve Toussaint! | House of R
Steve Toussaint, aka The Sea Snake, discusses Corlys Velaryon's developments. Topics include aftermath of Battle at Rook's Rest, book spoiler section, power dynamics, relationship dynamics, emotional depth in character storylines, character injuries and armor comparison, exploring family dynamics and generational similarities, political maneuvering in King's Landing, character analysis and development, character comparisons, dragons analysis, and predictions for upcoming events.
Jul 15, 2024 • 60min
'House of the Dragon' Season 2, Episode 5 Reactions | Talk the Thrones
Discussing intricate political dynamics amidst the war, analyzing plot developments in the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon', exploring complex emotions and interactions in a scene, unconventional warfare strategies and character analysis, character relationships and dragon speculations
