HOTD - A House of the Dragon Podcast

Dr. Carol Parish Jamison (expert on knights and knightly codes) joins Anthony to talk about examples of knighthood in Westeros. Jamison covers Ned's proclamation of justice regarding the "false knight" Gregor Clegane. Steve is loving the Tyrion-Jorah dynamic. Anthony reads from GRRM's short story about Daemon Targaryen. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check out htt...

This is a Bronn-heavy episode as Iain MacInnes covers Tyrion VI. Steve and Anthony talk about Frankenstien typology relative to episode 503. Anthony explores the various (contradictory?) ways to become a knight 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 discuss...

Anthony and Chad take a trip up north and check in with the politics at the Wall. Steve chooses an ASOIAF religion and negotiates his feelings about the Dorne plot. Iain MacInnes talks about militaristic orders and the Night's Watch. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium con...

This bonus podcast is a single interview with Dr. Peter Leeson on the topic of trial by combat. Surprisingly, Dr. Leeson argues that this option was among the best for settling land disputes. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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 p...

Season five kicks off with a professorial double dip. Anthony talks duels with Dr. Iain McInnes and then covers Tyrion's first trial with Dr. Curtis Runstedler. Steve is loving the new Jon Snow storyline. And Anthony begins his deep dive into trial by combat. 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 th...

Time to get an update on the progress that has been made on House of the Dragon with a trailer breakdown, casting news, interviews, and more. Join us for the podcast to get caught up. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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,...

Season four of Electric Bookaloo wraps with several guests including Chad Carmichael, Jan Doolittle Wilson, Arthur Njamfa, Steve Ausburne, and Elio Garcia. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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 mo...

Martin's co-author Linda Antonsson discusses the battle at the Tower of Joy. Then Linda and Anthony debate ethnic representation in the HBO adaptations. Steve talks about the departures of Tywin, Shae, Jojen, and (maybe) the Hound. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our pr...

Arthur Njamfa covers Tyrion's imprisonment at the Eyrie. Steve discusses Sam's libido and Tyrion's post-trial fate. Dr. Jan Doolittle Wilson discusses Penny's relationship to Tyrion. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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...

A.Ron is back! This week is a departure from the usual chapter-by-chapter format. Carl and Anthony widen the scope and talk about a few major themes, myth-making in an American context, sex, taboo, etc. A.Ron talks about his expectations for the new sci-fi "Foundation." And Anthony takes stock of each POV character and where they stand at the midpoint of the first book. Theme song: Game of Thrones...

Stephanie is back to talk about Bran's baby steps toward wolfhood and Osha's introduction. Steve covers The Mountain and the Viper. Yannick and Anthony debate Oberyn's status as a warrior/genius.  Check out Stephanie Barbé Hammer's new book: Rescue Plan. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain...

Dr. Ken Mondshein (war historian) explains how the Dothraki could have taken Westeros and how Westerosi knights might have defended a Dothraki invasion. Steve ponders trial by combat. And Carolyne Larrington reveals Martin's inspiration for the moondoor. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain...

Dr. Jason Eberl covers the street fight between Ned and Jaime. Steve riffs on Davos' folksy wisdom monologues. Anthony talks about ethnicity and representation in fantasy. 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 discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Di...

Oxford Medievalist Carolyne Larrington is back to cover Cat's arrival at the Eyrie. Steve updates his power rankings for who will sit the Iron Throne. And Dr. Gregory Webster suggests that Sweet Robin has supernatural psychic ability. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our...

Anthony and Chad debate the ethics of assassination with the prospect of war in view. Steve and Anthony continue to wrestle with Jaime's character development. Then Jan Wilson offers a different take on Jaime's complicated personality. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of ou...

Elio Garcia reveals his pet theory about Varys' (evolving) motives. Steve and Anthony debate the plausibility of Jaime's character redemption. Anthony chats with Yannick from Belgium about adopting female role models. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content,...

Jan Wilson and Anthony cover the bloodiest chapter yet and dive deep into Tyrion's "inner-asshole." Steve is flabbergasted at the death of Joffrey. Anthony talks about Tyrion's suicidal ideations and compares him with Jonah. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium c...

Chad and Anthony argue over the (first) Clegane Bowl. Steve hates the new Daario actor. Anthony talks about a medieval king who was deposed from his throne for obesity. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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...

It has been another few months since A.Ron and I last dipped our toe into the HBO news stream and Anthony is between seasons of Electric Bookaloo. Seems like the perfect time to check in on the updates to casting, production and release dates for House of the Dragon and the whole slew of other Game of Thrones spin-offs that HBO has in the works. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highw...

Anthony and A.Ron exchange their expectations about HBO's House of the Dragon. Steve answers listener feedback. And book-guru Carl Nellis recommends several fantasy novels for your summer reading list. Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit  | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Anthony Le Donne is the co-author of the following books: Gods of Thrones, vol. 1: https...

Linda Antonsson (GRRM's co-author) covers the Hand's Tourney. Medievalist Jana Mathews talks more about guest right. Steve and Anthony dissect the intricacies of the season three finale. And Anthony talks about named weapons in medieval literature and Game of Thrones. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Forums Follow us:  Insta...

Medievalist Jana Mathews talks about the Scotish history that inspired the Red Wedding. Carl Nellis of the "Lore" podcast covers Catelyn's arrest of Tyrion. Steve reacts to the "The Rains of Castamere." Anthony discusses the character of dwarfs in medieval literature. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how...

Dr. Lisa Woolfork talks Baratheon hypocrisy. Anthony tries to convince Chad of his Ned-as-serial-killer theory. Steve makes a bold Red Wedding prediction. Medievalist Jana Mathews talks about the prevalence (or lack thereof) of child marriage.  Anthony tells you everything you need to know about The Last Hero. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check out https://patre...

A.Ron is back to cover the introduction to Samwell Tarly! Steve appreciates the sex advice from Tormund Giantsbane. Dr. Jana Mathews discusses the clothing differences between classes. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check 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! Jo...

Martin's coauthor Linda Antonsson talks about the early stages of Game of Thrones. Tara Jenkins covers Eddard V. Steve talks about torture, religion, and dog butts. And Medievalist Jana Mathews explains how Dante's "seven hells" relates to Game of Thrones. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check out https://patreon.com/baldmove to find out how you can gain access to...