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In our full coverage of House of the Dragon's third episode, "Second of his Name", we talk about the good and the bad, and how both are amplified on the second of our watches. Join us for the recap and analysis podcast to find out what we thought. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Support Bald Move: Club Bald Move Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forum...

We're back to hear what you thought about the first two episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, as well as whatever other feedback you have hidden under your barn flooring. Join us for the feedback podcast and stick around for the second half to hear the lore corner where David and John of The Lorehounds join us for deeper answers to select questions. Check out https://support.baldm...

House of the Dragon continues to impress with episode 3, "Second of his Name". Join us for the instant take to find out what the "Dance of the Dragons" really means and who Frank Velaryon is. Thoughts, questions, do you like dragons? Email in at hotd@baldmove.com. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Disco...

The depth of Tolkien’s colorful world continues to glow on the screen. We hear fully developed languages, get hints at the evil lurking in the shadows, and see the shining glory of Khazad-dum pre-Balrog rampage. The Bezos Bucks are paying off as sets, costumes, and effects dazzle. It seemed that HOTD and TROP would inevitably go head to head, and so far each is holding their ground.  Got feedback?...

A.Rondir and Jimafell are joining the fray against the spreading darkness of the Second Age. With gorgeous shots of a younger Middle-Earth and lore up to your eyeballs, we are pleased with this half a billion dollar show. Evil encroaches, romance blooms, and did we mention this show is beautiful?! Are you gonna be a rock and miss out, or are you going to be a boat and watch this show with us?  Got...

There’s breaking news on the showrunner front for HOTD. With the aged-up characters on the horizon, are you hopeful for more powerhouse actors, or are you going to miss Milly? Ever wonder about the weight of a dragon egg? Once again, we’re discussing that fart again. And get ready for the second installment of the Maester’s Corner with A.Ron and Anthony! Thoughts, questions, do you like dragons? E...

With viewership growing a bit since the pilot, HBO pulled the trigger and renewed HOTD for a second season! And it’s no surprise because The Rogue Prince gave us an exciting look at a new antagonist, growing tension in the royal family, and a foreshadowing of what is to come. Watch and admire this great television with us in the second installment of HOTD aka “There Are So Many Ways Viserys Could...

David and John have finished their deep dive into the Second Age in preparation for Season 1 of the Rings of Power. Aron joins them to discuss recent news, answer listener feedback and to talk about what’s next for the Lorehounds. BONUS Segment: David interviews Librarian Emeritus Marilyn R. Pukkila about Tolkien’s fellowship with the TCBS. Questions? Comments? Wild speculation? Send us an email a...

It’s the same music, but new problems for the royal family. Dragons, crabs, and maggots with medical degrees are becoming a growing problem in Westeros. Already devious ploys for the throne are made, but that’s what we’re all here for, right?!  Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Thoughts, questions, do you like dragons? Email in at hotd@baldmove.com.  Check out https:...

Princess A.Ron and Lady of the Court Jim are awarding worthy feedback with their favor. Wondering what happens to towns when flying dragons relieve themselves over their roofs? And listen in on the very first Maester’s Corner, a new segment premiering in this episode! Join us to laugh, question, and speculate on the newly born, or ripped out, House of the Dragon.  Thoughts, questions, do you like...

Hold onto your marbles, the feedback for Westworld Season 4 is in. We’re going over The Good, The Bad and The Questions from all of YOU. We’re putting Nolan and Joy’s Westworld under the microscope and poking a few holes in the season as we continue to try to figure this show out. Is a Season 5 coming? We hope so! Until then…we’re all in the simulation, the world we know it is long gone. Music is...

Westeros has not seen war in decades, and no war has broken out on the Internet about this show. Shocked? We’re not! It was a great episode, but will that continue? We hope so. Be careful if you haven’t read the books as any Internet searches will yield spoilers. And we will give 1,000 internet points to anyone who can prove there is a Lightsaber in the Iron Throne.  Thoughts, questions, do you li...

This movie checks off the 80s cinema boxes; it has video games and a broken home. The cast is a blast from the past in this feature length advertisement for Nintendo. Take a stroll down nostalgia road with Jim and A.Ron as they discuss a truly powerful message about the power of video games. If you enjoyed The Wizard, there is a 2.5 hour-long cut you can check out! Thank you to Josh H. for commiss...

David and John discuss Tolkien’s son and literary executive, Christopher Tolkien, before wrapping up The Second Age and bringing us full circle to The Lord of the Rings. Join us to continue our deep dive into the lore behind Amazon’s upcoming series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Questions? Comments? Wild speculation? Send us an email at secondage@baldmove.com and we’ll get back to yo...

It’s here! It’s finally here! Everyone bow to your newest TV obsession. Welcome to a Westeros where Targaryens are powerful, dragons cover the sky, and your two favorite hosts rule over a new podcast covering more of George R.R. Martin’s extensive mythology. Join us as we share thoughts and hopes for this show from both the hosts and YOU! Thoughts, questions, do you like dragons? Email in at hotd@...

HOTD is out in the wild and it’s already throwing unexpected curve-balls to lorehounds and theory crafting in the world of A Song of Ice and Fire. Joining A.Ron on this min-SpoiLORE cast to talk about the impact and legitimacy of tonight’s reveals is Kim Renfro, entertainment correspondent for Insider, and the co-host of A Cast of Kings! We talk about Aegon’s prophetic visions, how it recontextual...

Whether you’re mourning or celebrating this season, tune in for Jim and A.Ron’s lively discussion on the season finale. In the words of Dylan Thomas, we’re asking this show “Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against what this new acquisition might do to you.” If it doesn’t get a season 5, just could consider this show on a recursive loop. This is the finale. Now is the time. Send u...

One of the most talked about shows is premiering soon! Join in as A.Ron gives us and Jim a rundown of his impressions of the pilot of House of the Dragon. OG Game of Thrones fans will find out where in the Westeros lore this show will begin and what is considered canon in the context of HOTD. Need more? Check out this episode of Electric Bookaloo with A.Ron and Anthony discussing the HOTD pilot. N...

David and John discuss Tolkien’s experience in World War I before looking into the War of the Last Alliance of Men and Elves. Join us to continue our deep dive into the lore behind Amazon’s upcoming series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Questions? Comments? Wild speculation? Send us an email at secondage@baldmove.com and we’ll get back to you on our Epilogue podcast, which will air on...

Westworld was back, then it wasn’t, but we hope it’s coming back for season five! With questions both answered and unanswered, we’re parsing through the wreckage for new theories and discoveries. Join in and listen to the current understanding of Westworld, you know, before the next season upends all we believe to be true.  This is the finale. Now is the time. Send us feedback at westworld@baldmov...

Would living for eternity in a heaven inevitably turn into a hell? What’s intentional and what is just a misstep in the writing? Do hosts have real blood? Will Nolan and Joy Jeremy Bearimy their way out of this show? Tune in for these questions and more and perhaps hear your own theory discussed.  Got feedback or proof that we’re all sims? Send us a message at westworld@baldmove.com.  Music is Vid...

We’re pretty sure the show is messing with us. The answers that Metanoia gave us are confounding a majority of theorizers. As more and more theoretical outcomes are being crossed off of the list, we’re curious to see how this season of Westworld wraps up. Questions about Christina are always interesting, but can we please the notion that there might be horses in the sublime?  Got feedback or proof...

Take a walk on the adventurous side as we revisit a staple of classic pulp movies. The dialogue crackles, the visuals stun, and Harrison Ford creates an icon of 20th century cinema. We have the behind-the-scenes of stunts and the story of Lucas and Spielberg’s fateful Hawaii trip. From the rolling boulder to the Ark wiping out the Third Reich, it’s a rip roaring time of good writing, great acting,...

David and John discuss Tolkien’s influence on modern fantasy before telling the story of the forging of the Rings of Power. Join us to continue our deep dive into the lore behind Amazon’s upcoming series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Questions? Comments? Wild speculation? Send us an email at secondage@baldmove.com and we’ll get back to you on our Epilogue podcast, which will air on A...

Metanoia? How about paranoia? Are there two timelines in a simulation of the world within the real world? Did that sentence give you a stroke? I lost a day off of my life typing that. With the show getting crazier, the theories are following suit. Tune in and go crazy with us.  Got feedback or proof that we’re all sims? Send us a message at westworld@baldmove.com.  Music is Video Games by Lana Del...