Big Flying Lizards

Westeros is officially a powder keg, and the fuse has been lit. Welcome back to Big Flying Lizards: A Dragon Movie and Television Podcast! In this episode, we are diving deep into the political intrigue, massive power plays, and shocking twists of House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 3. The war for the Iron Throne is reaching a fever pitch, and the lines of loyalty are being pushed to their absol...

Y'all, WE ARE SO BACK!!! The war for the Iron Throne is heating up, and Team Black and Team Green are pulling absolutely no punches in "Queens Landing." This week, Big Flying Lizards crew slice through the thick political smoke, the brutal horrors of war, and whatever chaotic chess moves Daemon is pulling now. Is Rhaenyra’s descent into madness officially beginning? What does Vhagar’...

WE'RE SO BACK! With a hefty budget of $20 million per episode, expectations for Westeros are sky-high. After a rocky second season, House of the Dragon is back—but is a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score enough to fully redeem the series? In this episode of Big Flying Lizards, we dive deep into Season 3, Episode 1 ('Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood'), directed by Lonnie Peresteri. From "Titan...

To lock in the drift, we’re gonna need a bigger boat. This week on Big Flying Lizards, we are canceling the apocalypse alongside the incredible crew from Not My Fantasy Podcast! We're diving deep into Guillermo del Toro’s 2013 masterpiece, PACIFIC RIM. From the jaw-dropping scale of the Jaegers to the terrifying biology of the Kaiju, we break down why this film remains the gold standard for gi...

Today Colby and Bryce are breaking down the absolute endgame of The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3, covering the massive four-episode finale stretch: Episodes 9, 10, 11, and 12!We are dissecting the fallout of the Cinder King’s reign, the massive twists of the finale, and what the future holds for Exandria. Plus, we have a very special guest in the studio: Colby Ford from Rock Paper Science joins...

Grab your d20 and roll for initiative, because Bryce and Colby are diving deep into Episodes 5, 6, 7, and 8 of Season 3! We are tackling everything from "The Frigid Doom" all the way through the explosive aftermath of the Siege of Emon. 🐉🔥❄️We are breaking down the apex predators of the Conclave: the ice-cold terror Vorugal and the Cinder King himself, Thordak. How do their designs hol...

The dragons are taking flight into the Hells! 🐉 In this episode of Big Flying Lizards, we are breaking down the massive storytelling shifts, character evolutions, and narrative swings in The Legend of Vox Machina Season 3 and Critical Role Campaign 3.Joining the panel today is Colby from Rock Paper Science to help us contrast the fast-paced animated adaptation with the thousands of hours of origi...

Is it Thursday yet? Join Bryce Wilson and Colby Ford as we dive headfirst into the acid-drenched madness of The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2! We are breaking down the epic battles, the heartbreak, and the terrifying shadow of the Hope Devourer himself, Umbrasyl. From Grog’s legendary battle cries to Scanlan’s tear-jerking redemption arc, we’re grading the Chroma Conclave’s resident stealth bombe...

Think the Nine Hells are bad? Welcome to the Feywild. 🌿✨In this episode, Bryce Wilson and Colby Ford plunge headfirst into the beautiful, chaotic, and downright deadly world of The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2, breaking down Episodes 7, 8, and 9!From the shifting illusions of the Fey Realm to the massive emotional weight behind Grog’s journey with the Titanstone Knuckles, we are dissecting how...

Grab your dice and your favorite daggers, because today we are diving headfirst into the absolute emotional rollercoaster that is The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2, Episodes 4–6!From literal bargains with the Goddess of Death to a sword that won't stop whispering sweet, violent nothings into Grog’s ear, these three episodes completely flipped the campaign on its head. To help us break down th...

Welcome to Big Flying Lizards, the ultimate podcast for dragon lovers, fantasy nerds, and tabletop enthusiasts! In this episode, host Bryce Wilson sits down with guest Colby Ford for an in-depth, no-holds-barred discussion exploring the significance of the Chroma Conclave arc in Critical Role. Whether you are a seasoned Dungeon Master, a Vox Machina fan, or just love massive dragons turning castle...

Welcome back to Big Flying Lizards: A Dragon Movie and Television Podcast! In this exciting episode, hosts Bryce and guest Janell Rhiannon dive deep into the world of ancient Greece as we explore the 2010 remake of Clash of the Titans. We compare the legendary 1981 original to the modern 2010 spectacle, examining character portrayals, mythological accuracy, and the evolution of cinematic special e...

Is the artistry of Ray Harryhausen’s stop-motion monsters more "Red" or "Gold"?In this episode of Big Flying Lizards: A Dragon Movie and Television Podcast, we are traveling back to 1981 to dissect the legendary Clash of the Titans. Joining us is trained historian and author Janelle Rhiannon to help us separate Hollywood artifice from ancient truth. While we’re diving deep into...

Grab your d20 and steady your wings! In this episode, we’re soaring deep into the Forgotten Realms to dissect the chaotic magic of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Whether you're a seasoned Dungeon Master or someone who thinks a "Bard" is just a Shakespearean poet, we’ve got a seat at the tavern table for you. Joined by the legendary Estella Graves, cosplayer extraordinai...

The Hedge Knight has finished his first journey! This week on Big Flying Lizards, Bryce Wilson and Austin Snyder dive deep into the emotional and shocking season finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, "The Morrow."From the tragic "accident" involving Prince Baelor to the supernatural resilience of Ser Duncan the Tall, we break down why this series feels like a breath of fres...

What happens when you mix the lore-heavy world of Westeros with the raw energy of movie fans turned creators? You get an episode that’s as "sassy" as a Lyonel comment. This week on Big Flying Lizards, host Bryce Wilson sits down with the masterminds behind the No BUSTLE Podcast. We’re peeling back the curtain on their creative journey, from casual movie chats to building a podcast commun...

Is Dunk the Only Real Knight in Westeros? ⚔️Grab your armor and mount up! In this episode of the Big Flying Lizards podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of House of the Dragon and the legendary adventures of Dunk and Egg. Westeros is a messy place, but Ser Duncan the Tall is out here trying to prove that honor isn't just a fancy word people say before they betray you. We’re breaking down...

Is Dunk the Most Honorable Man in Westeros? The tourney grounds are heating up and the stakes just got real. In this episode of Big Flying Lizards, Bryce dives into Episode 3 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, "The Squire."We’re breaking down the evolving (and occasionally hilarious) bond between Dunk and Egg, the heavy weight of Targaryen secrets, and why Dunk’s sense of honor might be...

The road to the Ashford Tournament just got real! ⚔️ Join Bryce as we break down Episode 2 of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, titled "Hard Salt Beef."While the series premiere set the stage, Episode 2 dives deep into Dunk’s struggle for recognition and our first tension-filled encounter with the Targaryen princes. From the "huge" legacy of Ser Arlan to Dunk’s panic attack...

In this episode of Big Flying Lizards, I break down the SERIES PREMIERE of HBO's newest hit, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms"! Dive deep into my recap and review of the charming first episode, "The Hedge Knight." We follow Sir Duncan the Tall (Dunk) and a mysterious bald boy who will change his life forever!🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS & DISCUSSION:• A WHIMSICAL & CHARMING tone...

🔥 A special guest returns! Austin rejoins the Big Flying Lizards for a massive, fire-breathing recap of the best media from 2025. We’re diving deep into the games that consumed us, the dragon movies that soared, and everything in between. From the chaotic hunts of Monster Hunter to the shattered lands of Elden Ring, and from the mythic scales of Nezha to the floating mountains of Pandora—no stone...

🐉 LET'S GET DOWN TO DRAGON BUSINESS! 🐉This episode is a mythical crossover of legendary proportions! Your host, Bryce Wilson, is joined by the dynamic duo behind the hit fantasy book podcast 'Dragon Babies'—Grace and Madeleine—to embark on an epic quest. We start by diving deep into the fantasy realms that shaped our childhoods, from dusty library shelves to secret worlds in our back...

D&D BROKE US... Then HEALED Us. Bryce and Colby here, diving DEEP into one of the most legendary story arcs in actual-play history: the Briarwood Arc from Critical Role’s Legend of Vox Machina. We didn’t just watch this saga, we FELT it. From Percy’s chilling revenge to the heart-stopping player clashes, this arc redefined what storytelling in D&D could be. But why did it hit so hard? And...

🔥 The dice tell a story, and this one is EPIC. Dive deep with us into the heart of "The Legend of Vox Machina" and uncover the secrets behind its unforgettable storytelling! 🔥 In this packed episode of Big Flying Lizards, Bryce and Colby are breaking down the pivotal moments from episodes 7, 8, & 9. We're going beyond the animation to explore the raw, unfiltered magic of Critic...

On this episode of Big Flying Lizards, hosts Bryce and Colby descend into the brilliant darkness of Critical Role's "The Legend of Vox Machina" for episodes 4, 5, and 6. This is where the show transforms, and we're breaking down EVERYTHING that makes it a masterpiece of modern animation. We're pulling back the curtain on Percival de Rolo's epic, tragic, and utterly compel...