HOTD: A House of the Dragon Podcast

Kim Renfro is back to talk about the tournament at Harrenhal and GRRM's big payday. Tara Jenkins (Anthony's sister!) covers Jon's introduction to the Night's Watch. Steve and Anthony wonder why there aren't more fat zombies.Follow Kim Refro on Twitter: @kimrenfroTheme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out https://patreon.com/baldmove or https://club.baldmove.com to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron defends Littlefinger's HBO outcome. Philosopher Tripp Fuller compares Littlefinger's play to a DM from an old flame. Steve and Anthony talk about the action-packed episode "Blackwater."Follow Steve Ausburne on Instagram: Instagram (then search for ausfest) Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out our Club Bald Move page to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron ranks his top five TV shows based on first seasons. Medievalist Jana Matthews talks about Bran and zoological symbolism. Steve and Anthony talk about Hot Pie, debate pineapple on pizza, and (gross!) spiders. Jan Doolittle Willson and I talk about Dany's outcome in the show. Follow Steve Ausburne on Instagram: Instagram (then search for ausfest)Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out our Club Bald Move page to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron and Anthony compare the respective endings of the Godfather and Game of Thrones. Chad Carmichael covers Robert's interrogation of Arya after the direwolf incident. Steve talks about sharing drinks with Metallica and how he lost his nipple in a fire-related accident.Follow Steve Ausburne on Instagram: Instagram (then search for ausfest)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

A.Ron and Anthony disagree on who among the HBO cast is the worst actor. Medievalist Jana Matthews talks about Joffrey's metaphorical sword and Sansa's metaphorical box. Steve discusses the proper etiquette of decapitation and what to do with unwanted projectile spittle.Video about the "Bolton Strid"Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out https://patreon.com/baldmove/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron gives his nomination for the best villain in TV history. Alexis Goble and Anthony cover the famous catspaw attack (Catelyn III) and Steve explores the rules of smokeman-assassin gameplay.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

A.Ron admires Pedro Pascal's versatility. Language creator David Peterson (inventor of Dothraki, Valyrian, etc) covers Tyrion's second POV chapter and gives a proper etymology of the name "Vhagar." Steve is vexed by Mel's "smoke babies" and Anthony interviews Professor Chris Keith about ancient book culture.Here's the link to Professor Keith's latest book via Oxford University Press.Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out https://patreon.com/baldmove to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron considers the suggestion that Lyanna Stark is the true villain of the series. Anthony and A.Ron debate which is better: Snake Eyes or Storm Shadow. Chad Carmichael experiences a rare moment of frustration with his beloved Ned Stark. Steve predicts that Joffrey will win the war of five kings and talks about the time that a dog peed on him.AGOT words spoken list:https://www.reddit.com/r/asoiaf/comments/ktt949/spoilers_main_a_ranking_of_how_many_words/Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway SuperstarCheck out https://club.baldmove.com or https://patreon.com/baldmove to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free 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

A.Ron and Anthony talk trial by combat. Jan Wilson and Anthony discuss Dany's wedding night and the seeds planted for her larger story. Steve anticipates Sam's probable death, pirates, and monster trucks. Check out https://club.baldmove.com or https://patreon.com/baldmove to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content and ad-free podcasts for just $5 a month!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

A.Ron and Anthony talk about A.Ron's chin and compare Littlefinger to Amos (from the Expanse). Entertainment reporter Kim Renfro discusses Jon's relationship to Cat and Arya. She also reports on HBO's prequels. Steve and Anthony discuss Mel, Craster, and the best way to poison someone at church.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