HOTD: A House of the Dragon Podcast

Dr. Jason Eberl covers the street fight between Ned and Jaime. Steve riffs on Davos' folksy wisdom monologues. Anthony talks about ethnicity and representation in fantasy.Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oxford Medievalist Carolyne Larrington is back to cover Cat's arrival at the Eyrie. Steve updates his power rankings for who will sit the Iron Throne. And Dr. Gregory Webster suggests that Sweet Robin has supernatural psychic ability.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and Chad debate the ethics of assassination with the prospect of war in view. Steve and Anthony continue to wrestle with Jaime's character development. Then Jan Wilson offers a different take on Jaime's complicated personality.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elio Garcia reveals his pet theory about Varys' (evolving) motives. Steve and Anthony debate the plausibility of Jaime's character redemption. Anthony chats with Yannick from Belgium about adopting female role models.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan Wilson and Anthony cover the bloodiest chapter yet and dive deep into Tyrion's "inner-asshole." Steve is flabbergasted at the death of Joffrey. Anthony talks about Tyrion's suicidal ideations and compares him with Jonah.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad and Anthony argue over the (first) Clegane Bowl. Steve hates the new Daario actor. Anthony talks about a medieval king who was deposed from his throne for obesity.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been another few months since A.Ron and I last dipped our toe into the HBO news stream and Anthony is between seasons of Electric Bookaloo. Seems like the perfect time to check in on the updates to casting, production and release dates for House of the Dragon and the whole slew of other Game of Thrones spin-offs that HBO has in the works.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookLeave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony and A.Ron exchange their expectations about HBO's House of the Dragon. Steve answers listener feedback. And book-guru Carl Nellis recommends several fantasy novels for your summer reading list.Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit  | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linda Antonsson (GRRM's co-author) covers the Hand's Tourney. Medievalist Jana Mathews talks more about guest right. Steve and Anthony dissect the intricacies of the season three finale. And Anthony talks about named weapons in medieval literature and Game of Thrones.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarJoin the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | ForumsFollow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medievalist Jana Mathews talks about the Scotish history that inspired the Red Wedding. Carl Nellis of the "Lore" podcast covers Catelyn's arrest of Tyrion. Steve reacts to the "The Rains of Castamere." Anthony discusses the character of dwarfs in medieval literature.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarHey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month!Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | ForumsFollow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.comAnthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Thrones-Pilgrims-Guide-Religions-ebook/dp/B07JLNZB9G Gods of Thrones, vol. 2: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q8G7K9G Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices