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A.Rondir and Jimifell descend into the library at Minas Tirith to search for answers. Have we met the future Witch King? We demand to see Theo’s ears. Why were there seven rings for the Dwarves? Where is Goldberry? Your hosts have the answers you seek. And if they don’t, they’ll make something up for you.  Got feedback? Send it to dugtoodeep@baldmove.com! Hey there!  Check out https://support.bald...

Hey dol! merry dol! ring a dong dillo! A.Rondir and Jimifell wonder…who’s the real problem in Numenor? Galadriel cannot be trusted. This show has superior map scenes. And Tom Bombadil finally appears in a Tolkien adaptation! Get the lore and laughs you need in this episode of Dug Too Deep. Got feedback? Send it to dugtoodeep@baldmove.com! Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find...

You said their names three times, now Jim and A.Ron are here to discuss Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024). Tim Burton’s current goth girl protege, Jenna Ortega, stars in this long awaited sequel. The film is a charming blend of Tim Burton’s style, practical effects, and great performances. Grab your Handbook for the Recently Deceased and dive in! The next Bald Move First Run movie is Wolfs (2024)! He...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys consult the ancient tome of Fire & Blood by GRRM. Was the confrontation between Aemond and Aegon part of the plan, or a surprise opportunity? Would you rather get married or bond with a dragon? Dragon…obviously.  Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 430 Paragraph 4 to Page 431 Paragraph 1 Page 433 Paragraph 1 to Page 435 Paragraph 2 Send feedback to hotd@ba...

Elves are just better than everyone else and that’s all there is to it. Jimifell and A.Rondir are horrified to discover the existence of Orc babies. Arondir, the elf, fights A.Ron’s ick. Can the Numenoreans be a little more interesting please? Got feedback? Send it to dugtoodeep@baldmove.com! Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our prem...

A.Rondir and Jimifell dig deeper into season 2 of The Rings of Power. What’s a misdirect and what’s a complete rewrite of the LOTR books? Galadriel is compromised. Elrond is unyielding. And the Swedish Death Metal Band is on tour. Got feedback? Send it to dugtoodeep@baldmove.com! Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content,...

It's a solid start to the season with solid characterizations, beautiful landscapes, and only a couple minor pet peeves. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Faceb...

How difficult was it to claim Harrenhal in the book? And much Alys Rivers was there? And it's really only that many paragraphs? I guess it's a good thing we also have your feedback and some bonus readings on the dragon pit! This week's reading: Daemon Takes Harrenhal: pg.412 through pg.413 Battle of the Burning Mill: pg.427 through pg.428 p.1 Dragon Pit: pg. 96 p.1 pg.128 p.4 pg.132 p.1 pg.167 p.3...

Well, they've remade The Crow. I'm not sure who asked for this considering most of the movie-going public has probably never even seen the movie and for many of those who have, it holds a special place in their heart. A place that probably hides a bit of teenage angst and / or trauma. A place that they probably don't want opened up and mined for dollars. But I guess this is just for the people in...

We're back for another season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Surprised? The first season was a pretty rocky, but we're hoping they can tighten things up a bit and lean into what worked. We'll see soon enough. Join us for a quick refresher and some trailer and casting talk before we get back into Middle-Earth. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you ca...

Lets revisit Arryk Cargyll's mission, recontextualize Aegon's hissy fit and Otto's scheming, and maybe splash in a little bit of Daemon that is shuffled around in the show as we cover the sections of Fire & Blood that are relevant to "Rhaenyra the Cruel." This week's reading: pg.428 p.2 through pg.430 p.3 and pg.431 p.2 through pg.432 Next week's reading: pg. 427 through pg.428 p.1 (no, that's not...

Sequels in the Alien franchise are always fraught with risk. Very few have been received positively, even when Ridley Scott is at the helm. So what happens when you fire up the sequel machine 45 years after the first installment to make a sequel without the iconic director? Find out by listening to our review of Alien: Romulus. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain a...

Jim & A.Ron are back for more of that HOTD action, this time with readings from Martin's Targaryen history book, "Fire & Blood," to match each episode of the season we just watched. This week's reading: pg.414 p.3 through pg.418 p.1 and pg.422 p.2 through the end of pg.426 Next week's reading: pg.428 p.2 through pg.430 p.3 and pg.431 p.2 through the end of pg. 432 Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's...

Now that House of the Dragon season 2 has ended, we've invited Maester Anthony to join us for our wrapup podcast so we can have talk all about what went right and what went wrong. Oh, and tapestries. He has gleaned vast knowledge of tapestries from his podcasting travails. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Support Bald Move:  Club Bald Move Leave Us A Review on Apple...

The ravens have arrived from the roost. The mess they left behind is incredible. King Jimhaerys and Lord Commander A.Ron have some of the answers you seek. Who grabbed Otto? Can Ulf and Hugh be called upon to attack King’s Landing on their dragons? Ulf = Jar Jar? And get an update on what is dropping soon in the HOTD: House of the Dragon feed on Bald Move! Got feedback for House of the Dragon Seas...

The season finale of House of the Dragon is here! King Jimhaerys and Lord Commander A.Ron gather the council to discuss the visions, lore, and characters. Whip out that crab claw for a “handy” map of the playing field. Get a breakdown of Daemon’s Weirwood-induced vision. And look to the future of season three! LAST CHANCE!! Want to hear your feedback read on the podcast? Send it to hotd@baldmove.c...

We're talking about House of the Dragon Season 2. Jump in the chat and submit your questions/commentary. You can follow us on your favorite social media @baldmove! Send your feedback to hotd@baldmove.com! The Instant Talk podcast is our after show, with our own quick thoughts about the episode followed by an interactive chat discussion with our fans, live on YouTube.  The first half is released as...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys have received your ravens. Is there hope for Team Green? Why don’t we see major technological changes between HOTD and GOT? Will GRRM ever finish the books? Why would a dragon pick a rider? Listen to your feedback in this episode of HOTD!   Want to hear your feedback read on the podcast? Send it to hotd@baldmove.com!   Learn High Valyrian on Duolingo Theme s...

The penultimate episode of House of the Dragon delivered on the DRAGON! Team Black apologists are sweating at Rhaenyra’s choices. Alicent has had enough of Team Green. And let’s hear it for Oscar Tully for going toe-to-toe with Daemon and living to tell the tale. Maybe Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys should check their family trees for Targ blood… Want to hear your feedback read on the pod...

We're talking about House of the Dragon Season 2. Jump in the chat and submit your questions/commentary. You can follow us on your favorite social media @baldmove! The Instant Talk podcast is our after show, with our own quick thoughts about the episode followed by an interactive chat discussion with our fans, live on YouTube.  The first half is released as the Instant Take podcast.  The audio fro...

Your favorite fast-talking, ultra-punchable anti-hero is back! Deadpool, the most irritating guy, teams up with the most irritable guy in the MCU. Relive the glory days of Hugh Jackman’s physique. Laugh out loud for two hours. And find out how this piece fits in the greater Marvel puzzle and what it means going forward.  The next Bald Move First Run movie is Alien: Romulus!  Bald Move Loki Coverag...

Welcome to the feedback episode for House of the Dragon known as Raven’s Roost. King Jimhaerys and Lord Commander A.Ron ponder the importance of prophecies. How does dragon bonding work? What does Helaena’s crickets symbolize? Want to hear your feedback read on the podcast? Send it to hotd@baldmove.com! Try the Four Lights Coffee Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Sup...

CHAMPION. CHARISMA. CHARACTER. These are the qualities that make a badass. Watch Jim and A.Ron rank Hollywood badasses to find out who is making it into the Badass Hall of Fame. Badass Rankings Sheet 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 Club!...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys have returned to the Red Keep with news of the realm. Rhaenyra is making risky decisions. Daemon is trapped with his brother’s grief. The dragons can smell your fear, but they don’t care about that. They have different reasons for eating you.  Want to hear your feedback read on the podcast? Send it to hotd@baldmove.com! The Sheep Defeater Episode Theme song:...

We're talking about House of the Dragon Season 2. Jump in the chat and submit your questions/commentary. You can follow us on your favorite social media @baldmove! The Instant Talk podcast is our after show, with our own quick thoughts about the episode followed by an interactive chat discussion with our fans, live on YouTube.  The first half is released as the Instant Take podcast.  The audio fro...