HOTD - A House of the Dragon Podcast

Steve and Anthony talk about virtues and vices of montages. Alicent's turn, Daemon's vision, and the glory that is Simon Strong's eyeball work. We debate: was this really a season finale? Steve argues in the affirmative. 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 cont...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Red Sowing and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Both the book and show feature dragons, but how many and which varies greatly. Hugh’s parentage is explored, as is the parentage of Addam and Alyn. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 441 paragraph 3 to page 443 paragraph 1 Page 114 paragraphs 1 and 2  Left-H...

Should the Corlys progeny connection be more obvious? Also, why is Oscar Tully's take down of Daemon so delightful? Steve and Anthony discuss the Red Sowing. 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! Join the Club...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode Smallfolk and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Dive in to examine Rhaenyra’s character changes, the confounding kiss, and Alys Rivers. And in the SpoiLORE section, Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss Sunfyre.  Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 437 paragraph 4 through page 438 paragraph 1  Get your own piece o...

Excellent dragon work, development of themes, musical choices. The Small Folk rates Properly Dinklage (although we forgot to mention that during the recording). 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! Join the C...

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode Regent and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. The tension lies in the twists of timing, the identity of Alys Rivers, and Sunfyre’s fate. Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss GRRM’s own thoughts on this adaptation of his work in the SpoiLORE section of this episode. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 435 Paragraph...

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...

Steve and Anthony delight in the masterful storytelling of Rook's Rest. Then Dr. Philiip Haberkern discusses House of the Dragon as great television and as a window into historical institutions. Phil discusses (among other things) historical parallels to Criston Cole's necklace. See this link for a visual. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Check out https://support.b...

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...

This episode is excellent on rewatch. Daemon is interesting again. The Alicent vs. Rhaenyra showdown is superb. Simon Strong is the perfect addition to an already stellar cast. 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! Join t...

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...

Is this the best Otto episode? Why is Aegon so watchable? Aemond's rent-a-mommy scene is fantastic. Steve and Anthony are both feeling a bit greener than usual. That said, the promise of Alyn, Addam, and Hugh is exhilarating.  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, 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...

After a harrowing encounter with Blood and Cheese, comedian Steve Ausburne is amped up for season 2. Anthony and Steve both love Rhaenys and are hopeful for a few lesser plotlines like Alyn and Aegon's hapless goons. Follow Steve on instagram: @ausfest Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Support Bald Move:  Club Bald Move Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the di...

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...

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...

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...

Lord Commander A.Ron is out on patrol, so joining King Jimhaerys is Maester Anthony from the Double Dragon podcast. The Maester will council the King on the flavors of the sky and the history of tapestries. As the conflict progresses, learn wisdom from the Maester himself. Double Dragon Podcast Want to hear your feedback read on the podcast? Send it to hotd@baldmove.com! Theme song: Game of Throne...