The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon

Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack Rhaenyra’s first days on the Iron Throne in Season 3, Episode 3. First, they welcome back Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner to talk about creating this unique episode. Then, they talk with Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon) about Corlys’s request to Rhaenyra. Learn more about your ad choices....

Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen break down Season 3, Episode 2 with Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner. They unpack Rhaenyra’s grief and how they created those climactic scenes in the Throne Room. Then, Jason and Greta sit down with Bethany Antonia (Lady Baela Targaryen) and Abubakar Salim (Alyn of Hull) to talk about the cost of war a...

In a special bonus episode made possible by Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business, Jason and Greta go behind the scenes of the season 3 premiere and how the Battle of the Gullet was brought to the screen. First, they talk with Director Loni Peristere about that epic battle and the importance of balancing visual effects and character to pull it off. Then, they share exclusive footage from a panel at...

Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack the massive Season 3 premiere. They welcome Co-Creator and Showrunner Ryan Condal to the podcast to break it all down, including the devastating Battle of the Gullet. Then, Jason and Greta are joined by Harry Collett (Prince Jacaerys Velaryon) to talk about the key choices Jace makes in the premiere and what it was like filming one of the largest bat...

The Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon is back for Season 3, just in time for all out war in Westeros. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they break down each new episode, and all the explosive battles and drama, with the show’s writers, cast, and crew. Season 3 premieres June 21st, and new podcasts drop right after episodes air on HBO and HBO Max. It’s time to see who is r...

Jason and Greta convene for a very special episode of the podcast to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Game of Thrones premiere. They discuss the show’s incredible legacy and why they fell in love with the world of Westeros. And together, they play a game called The Besteros of Westeros, where they pick their favorite characters, quotes, and moments from the show – and who they would choose to...

Jason and Greta unpack the season finale and the fallout from the Trial of Seven. George R.R. Martin’s discusses what's next for Dunk and Egg. Then, they sit down with showrunner Ira Parker to discuss what the tourney meant for Dunk, if Egg will ever escape his Targaryen lineage, and whether Dunk was really knighted by Ser Arlan – and if that even matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Jason and Greta break down the action-packed fifth episode of the series, where Dunk and Aerion face off in the Trial of Seven. Then, they talk with Director Owen Harris about the subversive way he filmed the sequence, staying inside Dunk’s point of view, and what it was like to go back in time to Dunk’s childhood in Flea Bottom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time for a Trial of Seven. Jason and Greta sit down with Director Sarah Adina Smith to discuss the fourth episode, where Dunk prepares for battle. They talk about how Dunk has reached rock bottom, Sarah getting chills on set, and why she relates to Dunk's underdog story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta unpack the momentous third episode of the series, where we learn more about Egg. And to break it all down, they are joined by the young squire himself, Dexter Sol Ansell. They discuss that explosive final scene, shaving his head for the role, and how many gummy worms he ate on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta break down the second episode of the series, where Dunk prepares to join the tourney and honor Ser Arlan’s legacy. They talk with Ser Duncan himself, Peter Claffey, about joining the world of Game of Thrones, playing one of the smallfolk in Westeros, and he addresses the ever important question: is his character a “himbo”? Then, Jason and Greta talk to Dr. Hugh Doherty, the show’s...

Jason and Greta discuss the series premiere and their first impressions of Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his young squire Egg. They talk with showrunner Ira Parker about what first drew him to this story and where Dunk stands in his knightly journey. Then, Jason and Greta sit down with composer Dan Romer, who shares how he created a unique musical landscape for the show. Learn more about your ad...

To help get listeners ready for the new series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen are joined by George R.R. Martin, who created Westeros over three decades ago. They discuss what inspired George to write the original Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas and what knighthood means in this world. Jason and Greta also break down the trailer and play a new game called “W...

It’s time to travel back to Westeros with The Game of Thrones Podcast: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they unpack all things knightly and unknightly in the new HBO original series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, with help from the show’s writers, cast, and crew. The first podcast episode launches January 12th with an exclusive interview from George...

In the final episode, Jason and Greta zoom out on the wider Game of Thrones universe. They get psyched for the new HBO Original, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. They also geek-out over an upcoming Thrones auction and talk all things swords with Thrones weapons master Tommy Dunne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta welcome showrunner Ryan Condal back on the podcast to answer more questions about the screen adaptation of Fire & Blood and the unique challenges of adapting the beloved George R.R. Martin book into the TV series House of the Dragon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your ‘burning’ questions, answered! This week, Jason and Greta take fan questions. With help from Showrunner Ryan Condal, Medieval Historian Dr. Charles Farris, and Sound Designer Paula Fairfield, we get some epic answers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta go deep on dragons and dragon riding with the Dragonseeds. They talk with Kieran Bew (Hugh), Tom Bennett (Ulf), and Clinton Liberty (Addam) about how to claim a dragon, Targaryen bastard wigs, and behind the scenes stories from set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the wake of that finale, Jason and Greta react to the entire second season and take stock of how each character ended up. They unpack how Rhaenyra and Alicent changed over time and then they talk with Fabien Frankel (Criston Cole) about imposter syndrome, existential dread, and Cole’s skin care regimen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta break down the season two finale. They are joined again by showrunner Ryan Condal to discuss that surprising reunion on Dragonstone and whether or not any of our characters can escape their fates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta unpack the game changing seventh episode of season two. They talk with showrunner Ryan Condal about the dramatic consequences of Rhaenyra’s dragonseed plan and the similarities between Daemon’s journey at Harrenhal and Jack Torrance in The Shining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta discuss the unrest in King’s Landing as they break down the sixth episode of the season. They talk with executive producer/co-head writer Sara Hess about Rhaenyra and Alicent reckoning with the patriarchy and later, they talk with Sonoya Mizuno (Mysaria) about her character’s evolving relationship with Rhaenyra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta take stock of all the key players at this point in the season and analyze the aftermath of the Battle at Rook’s Rest. They talk with Ewan Mitchell (Aemond Targaryen) about his character’s rise to power and how he was influenced by 80’s horror icons. Then director Clare Kilner shares behind-the-scenes stories of shooting the episode and creating an “artsy poem” on screen. Learn more...

Jason and Greta break down the epic fourth episode of the season. They talk with Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen) about her character’s fateful decision and later, with director/executive producer Alan Taylor on balancing the magic and horror of a battle between dragons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason and Greta dive into the third episode of the season. They talk with Bethany Antonia (Baela Targaryen) about dragon riding and Baela’s growing role on Team Black. Then director Geeta Vasant Patel shares how they approached shooting that final scene and offers her take on Daemon’s next moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices