Bend the Knee: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast

A giant and a kind man! The wall is in desperate need of more men as we discuss chapter 21 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Aegon IV Targaryen (Son of Viserys II). The reread will continue on July 30th! Make sure to read Chapter 22: Arya and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/Ben...

Who is Illyrio and what is he up to? Tully, Tully, Tully! What happens when you put ice and fire together? Join the discussion:  https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast series include: MEAD, MEAT, and CHEESE - A food revi...

Introducing the Small Council! The crown is in serious debt as we discuss chapter 20 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Viserys II Targaryen (Uncle to Baelor and Daeron - Brother to Aegon III). The reread will continue on July 23rd! Make sure to read Chapter 21: Tyrion and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion...

Will the debate on Ravens vs Crows finally be ended? Thoughts on the Valonqar prophecy? Where is Danny at the end of A Dance of Dragons? Is Meereen secure? Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast seri...

Jon Snow trains at Castle Black! We are introduced to the Brothers of the Night's Watch as we discuss chapter 19 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Baelor Targaryen I (Baelor the Blessed). The reread will continue on July 16th! Make sure to read Chapter 20: Eddard and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion:...

What would your Westerosi soccer team look like? Who would you put in goal? Let's take a closer look at Small Paul. Finally, Daeron Targaryen I took Blackfyre to Dorne but was killed under a truce banner. How did the Targaryen's get it back? Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content...

Catelyn has arrived at King's Landing! We are introduced to the Master of Coin and Master of Whisperers as we discuss chapter 18 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Daeron Targaryen I (The Young Dragon). The reread will continue on July 9th! Make sure to read Chapter 19: Jon and share your thoughts on Facebook.  Join the...

Are the old gods connected to the Great Other? Was Ser Duncan the Tall at Winterfell? War of Roses influence on George R.R. Martin's world of Ice and Fire. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast...

Skinchangers, Wargs, Greenseers, and the third eye! Bran is approached by the three-eyed crow in chapter 17 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Aegon Targaryen III. The reread will continue on July 2nd! Make sure to read Chapter 18: Catelyn and share your thoughts on Facebook.  Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/Be...

Ser Ezra is tracking a crow with three eyes! Is Pyat Pree with Euron Greyjoy and will he be used to track Danny? Who is Azor Ahai? Send us a Raven and we will read and discuss it on the show. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendth...

Eddard Stark searches for Arya, but she if found by the Lannisters. Arya is put on trial, and Cersei demands justice in  chapter 16 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Aegon Targaryen II, as we dive into the Dance of the Dragons. The reread will continue on June 25th! Make sure to read Chapter 17: Bran and share your thoughts...

Age of Heroes! What will the HBO Prequel be about? What secrets does Ser Ilyn Payne hold and how might their revelation affect the realm? Who is Darkstar working for? Send us a Raven and we will read and discuss it on the show. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patr...

Sansa's dream day with Prince Joffrey comes to an abrupt halt when they find Arya playing with the Butchers Boy. Prince Joffrey shows his true colors in chapter 15 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Viserys Targaryen I. The reread will continue on June 18th! Make sure to read Chapter 16: Eddard and share your thoughts on...

Is Lord Wyman Manderly eating his enemies? Is Brienne of Tarth alive and what is her role going forward? Send us a Raven and we will read and discuss it on the show. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive po...

Catelyn Stark fends off an assassination attempt against her son Bran. The Direwolves become ever more significant in chapter 14 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Jaehaerys Targaryen I. The reread will continue on June 11th! Make sure to read Chapter 15: Sansa and share your thoughts on Facebook.  Join the discussion: https...

Who are the top 10 politicians in Westeros? What is Hoster Tully trying to tell us from his deathbed? Send us a Raven and we'll read and discuss it on the show. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive pod...

Tyrion Lannister travels north with Benjen Stark and Jon Snow. We are overwhelmed by the size of the North as we continue with Chapter 13 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Maegor I. The reread will continue on June 4th! Make sure to read Chapter 14: Catelyn and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion: https://w...

Lots of Ravens this week! Who influenced Jojen's dreams (if anyone)? What similarities do we see between Daemon and Jon? Who will finally kill the Mountain (if anyone)? We apologize if we seemed rushed this week. We plan on making up for that this weekend! Lot's more to come over memorial day weekend!!! Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to...

Robert has news from across the Narrow Sea that he must share with his new Hand of the King! We can feel the wind in our hair again as we continue with Chapter 12 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about the Targaryen Kings: Aenys I. The reread will continue on May 28th! Make sure to read Chapter 13: Tyrion and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join th...

Attention to detail! Who are the Children of the Forest allied with? Why don't the Children try to retake Westeros? Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast series include: MEAD, MEAT, and CHEESE -...

Khal Drogo gives his new bride the "wind" and takes her beneath the moon and stars! We keep the tone bouncy as we dive into Chapter 11 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . We also continue to learn more about Aegon the Conqueror. The reread will continue on May 21st! Make sure to read Chapter 12: Eddard and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion: https://www.fac...

Who would win in a fight? Who are the top 10 swordsmen in Westeros/Essos? Make sure to leave a comment with your top 10 list. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast series include: MEAD, MEAT, and CH...

Aegon's Conquest is HERE! Jon is finding it hard to say goodbye as we dive into Chapter 10 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . Aegon's conquest is full of epic battles and really paves the way for a few lesser houses to rise to power. The reread will continue on May 14th! Make sure to read Chapter 11: Daenerys and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion: https:/...

Is Ned Stark alive? Are Jaqen H'ghar and Syrio Forel the same person? Hadrian Wall influences! Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional WESTEROS content then hit us up at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bendtheknee Patreon exclusive podcast series include: MEAD, MEAT, and CHEESE - A food review follow...

What happened during the Doom of Valyria? Winterfell's library is tapped into as we dive into Chapter 9 of George R. R. Martin's A   Game of Thrones . The dynamic between the Lannister siblings is very peculiar. The reread will continue on May 7th! Make sure to read Chapter 10: Jon and share your thoughts on Facebook. Join the discussion: https://www.facebook.com/BendtheKneePodcast/ If you...