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What if George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood was written more like HBO's House of the Dragon? Caroline and Gretchen analyze Martin's work from this perspective and search for the hidden stories in the text.

Caroline and Gretchen


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    The Angriest Scribe - Episode 55 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 154:55


    Gretchen and Caroline are joined by YET ANOTHER FRIEND, Aashay! The group continues their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 4. While Woke Daeron marches on Tumbleton, Alicent proposes extremely reasonable peace terms that would definitely work! But Rhaenyra is just too crazy and evil! Meanwhile, the bastards turn cloak and burn Tumbleton because bastards are treacherous by nature. We also learn about the sin of every gender :-)The half hour easter egg of this episode is about Bridgerton. This is not a Bridgerton podcast!Check out Aashay's beautiful art on his website: https://www.aashaymeshram.com/Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandblood@gmail.com

    Our Lord and Savior, Worms - Episode 54 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 128:49


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 3. Aemond burns all the smallfolk of the Riverlands, just like the conqueror did, while Crispy Cole gets shot to death by the Winter Wolves who simply do not give AF about his main-character energy. Also, worms!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at

    What About the Cost of Dragons' Eggs Though? - Episode 53 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 145:40


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 2. Rhaenyra is EVHUL and passes TAXES on the people of King's Landing, since the crown has no money due to *checks notes* Aegon and the Hightowers literally stealing it all. Wow Rhaenyra is so evil!We also recorded this episode during the 12 hours that TikTok was banned xDAlso the east egg is half an hour long because we have THOUGHTS god damn itJoin our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at

    A Younger More Beautiful King - Episode 52 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 116:26


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 1. Rhaenyra EVHULY imposes taxes on the denizens of King's Landing, while Aemond successfully captures a totally empty Harrenhal. He then breaks up with with boyfriend Crispus Cole, because the commander refuses to literally kill everyone in a hopeless battle. Maybe Alice Rivers will give Aemond cognitive behavioral therapy, too?We also recorded this episode during the 12 hours that TikTok was banned xD Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Real Threat is the Chair We Made Along the Way - Episode 51 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 128:23


    Gretchen and Caroline conclude their analysis of the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold, Part 5. Rhaenyra is EVHUL and takes King's Landing SPOOKILY without bloodshed, because she is so scary! But don't worry because Daemon is the real threat, and the Green's got their eyes on him. Also super sorry this episode was supposed to be released in November LOL but ya girl Caroline got busy :) enjoy the look into the past. We'll be back with regular episodes now!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    War is Bad, It is Known - Episode 50 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 159:25


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold, Part 4. A little whoopsie-doodle in the Gullet results in Jace's untimely but very thematically significant demise, which spurs Rhaenyra to invade Kind's Landing. That's definitely what happened! She has no other reason! Also we can't escape worms. Check out Pat Loller's TikTok @patloller - he is a veteran and speaks on veteran's rights and politics, and is funny and smart!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    LITERALLY Spelunking for Dragon Eggs - Episode 49 The Dying of the Dragons: the Red and the Gold Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 135:17


    Caroline and Gretchen are joined yet again by friend-of-the-pod, Phil! The group continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 3. Team Black rubs their scheming hands together as they decide to evilly *checks notes* let commoners try to ride dragons and earn a lordship. Justice for Nettles! See Phil's cool A Song of Ice and Fire content on the TikTok as Daemon Bakfyre @hexbladewarbakJoin our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Our Power of Friendship Grows - Episode 48 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 124:07


    Caroline and Gretchen are joined by YET ANOTHER FRIEND, Phil! The group continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 2. Rook's Rest is under siege and Rhaenyra, too cowardly to fight and disabled by her wandering womb, send Rhaenys instead. Meanwhile, "King" Aegon flies into battle himself! What a smart and brave plan that definitely won't go wrong at all!See Phil's cool A Song of Ice and Fire content on the TikTok as Daemon Bakfyre @hexbladewarbakJoin our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Princess Trap - Episode 47 The Dying of The Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 131:14


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with The Dying of The Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 1. Otto Hightower loses his job as Hand of the King for doing too much diplomacy, so The Smartest King Aegon appoints Crustacean Cole as his new Hand - an "iron fist," as the kids say ;-) Luckily George R.R. Martin watched The Parent Trap in the 90s and hilarity ensues!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Thanks George - Episode 46 A Son for a Son Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 137:05


    TRIGGER WARNING episode, child death :-/Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: A Son for a Son Part 2. Lord Boros' clever daughter says "No balls!" to Almond Targaryen, so he definitely intentionally chomps Lucerys. In response, Daemon says "I read my bible!" and demands an eye for an eye, killing Prince Jaehaerys. Thanks George!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Muscled Like Ned Stark's Fantasy - Episode 45 A Son for a Son Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 102:17


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with a The Dying of the Dragons: A Son for a Son Part 1. The EVHUL Blacks begin the war with very violent diplomacy around Westeros. Jacaerys goes North and makes BFFs with Craigen Stark, while Daemon has a perfectly normal time at Harrenhal. How evil!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Baby's First Patriarchy - Episode 44 The Blacks and the Greens Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 149:27


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with a The Dying of the Dragons: The Blacks and the Greens Part 3. Rhaenyra's advantages are few as she only has a max of 14 dragons at her disposal, and Aegon is definitely strong and totally not a potential kinslayer. Also, the patriarchy is bad. Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    But What About Our Queen? Said a Surprising Number of Smallfolk Actually - Episode 43 The Blacks and the Greens Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 115:08


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with a The Dying of the Dragons: The Blacks and the Greens Part 2. Rhaenyra's dad dies and she has the AUDACITY to be upset and also curse during labor. Meanwhile the Greens execute their immaculate "plan" and Aegon has the biggest crowds, you've never seen such crowds! Nobody has crowds like this!Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Defenestration Cole - Episode 42 The Blacks and the Greens Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 113:53


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with a The Dying of the Dragons: The Blacks and the Greens Part 1. When an unfortunate servant notices that Viserys is RIP, the Green council gathers to discuss very real and legitimate laws that exist and happen to support their position! And Alicent ignores the leopards preparing to eat her face.Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3XvvwpgQuestions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Back-Up Blondies - Episode 41 A Question of Succession Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 175:05


    Gretchen and Caroline are joined by friend-of-the-show Nick! Yay! The group continues their analysis with a Question of Succession Part 5. Viserys, the most indecisive king, weirdly keeps defending his daughter as heir, while Rhaenyra marries her uncle and has his kids (this is good I promise?). Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Serendipity Targaryen - Episode 40 A Question of Succession Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 168:49


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with a Question of Succession Part 4. Rhaenyra marries Laenor and Criston Cole reacts very normally, while Daemon marries Laena and they honeymoon very normally. And these damn kids just can't get along!Also the last half hour of this is about Bridgerton, sorry not sorry!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Just Two Pangolins Talking About Crustacean Cole - Episode 39 A Question of Succession Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 140:41


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with a Question of Succession Part 3. Viserys continues to DEFNITELY be an indecisive and weak king, while Rhaenyra tries 1-2 times to woo Criston Cole - but he's too honorable! And he sure did NOT start the rumor that she really wanted to sleep with him...Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Welcome to Emerald City - Episode 38 A Question of Succession Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 194:15


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with a Question of Succession Part 2. Viserys names his daughter as heir and it DEFINITELY was only as a last resort AND because he was such a weak king! Also, where did Otto Hightower come from?The Easter Egg of this episode which is ** looks at notes ** a full half an hour long, is all about Bridgerton. If you care for that sort of thing lol.Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Jaehaerys: The Eras Tour - Episode 37 A Question of Succession Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 118:58


    Gretchen and Caroline begin their "season 2" of the podcast, starting with A Question of Succession. Jaehaerys is surprised by the number of attendees to his awesome council, and is also DEFINITELY surprised by the outcome! It was not at all rigged, folks! Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Heteronormativity is a Hell of a Drug - Episode 36 House of the Dragon Third Trailer Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 87:55


    Gretchen and Caroline review the third and final official House of the Dragon trailer. It looks cool!! WE HOPE IT'S COOL!!!

    House of Eva Craft Foam - Episode 35 Green and Black Trailer Review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 121:47


    Caroline and Gretchen review the "Green" and the "Black" trailers. They conclude that violence is bad, and they hope the writers know!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Sexy Sexy Jaehaerys - Episode 34 Jaehaerys Restrospective

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 142:32


    Caroline and Gretchen welcome back friend of the show Musa to discuss (read: defend) the Good King Jaehaerys. The three ask the important question: but how does the man feel?Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Three Friends Has the Podcast! - Episode 33 Race and Racism in A Song of Ice and Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 164:25


    Gretchen and Caroline are joined by NEW FRIEND Frankie to discuss race and racism in the A Song of Ice and Fire universe, covering the books, House of the Dragon, and Fire & Blood up until the end of Jaehaerys's reign. You know, just a nice light topic. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Vital White Male Perspective - Episode 32 "Great Man Theory" Retrospective

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 106:59


    WE HAVE ANOTHER FRIEND!! Gretchen and Caroline are joined by guest Nick to discuss "Great Man Theory" in history and as applied to Fire & Blood. This continues to not be a Dune podcast. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    This is Not a Dune Podcast - Episode 31 Retrospective Episode Season 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 135:09


    Gretchen and Caroline look back on the podcast so far, analyzing their own analysis for over two hours :) We swear this is not a Dune podcast. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

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    No One Suspects the Myrish Invasion - Episode 30 The Long Reign Section 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 175:26


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the end of the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 6. The world's most serendipitous crossbow bolt totally accidentally and not-on-purpose kills the crown Prince, and finally Jaehaerys is sad about a child's death. Also, take your calcium.Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Long Chapter - Episode 29 The Long Reign Section 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 117:07


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 5. For literally a whole ten pages, Jaehaerys struggles to accept the fact that one of his teenage daughters had CONSENSUAL SEXUAL INTERCOURSE!! And to make it worse, it wasn't even with her brother!!! The horror!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Jaehaerys Remembered the Dornish Fleet - Episode 28 The Long Reign Section 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 123:42


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 4. Jaehaerys gets an absolute bee in his bonnet about getting his 13-year-old daughter, Daella, married ASAP - fortunately Alysanne is able to delay until she is the ripe old age of 16 :-) and then Jaehaerys & Sons defeat those dastardly Dornish! The best king everyone!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Vysectomy Targaryen - Episode 27 The Long Reign Section 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 131:58


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 3. As years pass under Targaryen rule, Alysanne has EVEN MORE KIDS. Meanwhile, some (read: all) of those kids seem to have problems stemming from neglect. And yet Lucamore Strong is punished for having sixteen kids himself!! The Patriarchy is weird. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Hashtag History - Episode 26 The Long Reign Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 115:45


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 2. Rogar Baratheon leans into that toxic masculinity by causing more violence in yet another "Dornish" war. And George R.R. Martin hurts us all badly with the death of Princess Daenerys, while Alyssa is Not Like Other Girls (TM), and did you know the 7-year-old Prince is SO handsome??Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Gender is a Horse - Episode 25 The Long Reign Section 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 110:53


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the eleventh chapter, The Long Reign Section 1. Alyssa Farman sails off into the sunset (literally) while the shivers ravages King's Landing. The smallfolk are shockingly racist and attack Rego Draz. Jaehaerys takes action - but only on the latter. There's nothing he could do for the shivers!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Teaser Trailer Tears - Episode 24 React to House of the Dragon Season 2 Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 77:04


    Gretchen and Caroline react to House of the Dragon Season 2 Trailer and make predictions about the rest of the show! We're so worried!Check out Sumalee Eaton @sew.sumalee on TikTok for more costume analysis. Check out the neato family tree we used this episode in this article: https://www.vox.com/culture/2017/7/17/15982450/house-targaryen-family-tree-fanart

    Every Inch a King, If You Know What I Mean - Episode 23 Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 120:43


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the tenth chapter, Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 4. Alysanne goes to the North and proves that she is, indeed, the brains behind this whole operation, while Jaehaerys threatens dragon violence to force a peace between foreign dignitaries. BUT did you know he's a great dancer?Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

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    A Whisper of Chickens - Episode 22 Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 118:33


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the tenth chapter, Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 3. Rhaena Targaryen has the MOST MOVING scene scattering her daughter's ashes on dragonback, while Jaehaerys obsesses over his stolen dragon eggs and Alysanne heads to the North. Everyone collectively listens closely for any whisper of chickens...Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Call Wyvern Extermination Co For All Your Wyrm Removal Needs - Episode 21 Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 152:11


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the tenth chapter, Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 2. Elissa Farman escapes into the West while rumors about Balerion's location circulate until, oh no! Aerea returns on Balerion, and George R.R. Martin embraces his Eldritch-horror subplot! Wyrms wyrms wyrms!TRIGGER WARNING for discussion of body horror and traumatic birth imagery from 00:57:40 to 01:50:00.Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Pay No Attention to the Conical Westeros Behind the Mask - Episode 20 Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 114:12


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the tenth chapter chapter, Jaehaerys and Alysanne: Their Triumphs and Tragedies Section 1. Rhaena Targaryen wanders the rainy countryside searching for Aerea, while Jaehaerys buckles down on projects that were totally only his idea and Alysanne is not at all involved! Oh yeah, and there's a new heir presented to the smallfolk Lion-King-Style! Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Real Theme is the Patriarchy We Made Along the Way - Episode 19 Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 117:27


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood by concluding the ninth chapter, Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 3. While Jaehaerys continues to start new projects and Alysanne enjoys her daughter Daenerys (who will DEFINITELY be queen one day), Rhaena has to cope with a daughter who runs away and a murderous husband. Being the royal family is awesome and not at all traumatic! Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Patriarchy Is Bad, and Other Groundbreaking Analysis - Episode 18 Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 122:23


    TRIGGER WARNING EPISODE - Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the ninth chapter, Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 2. When the High Septon dies, Jaehaerys and Alysanne take a convenient trip to Oldtown to mourn him (with their dragons!) while some plot-relevant eggs disappear on Dragonstone. And the patriarchy is very bad to Alyssa!TRIGGER WARNING for discussion about traumatic childbirth, infant mortality, birth mortality, and forms of surgery surrounding said topics. Discussion begins at 51:30 and ends at 1:45:00. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Do Wise Women Dream of Electric Meat? - Episode 17 Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 125:53


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the ninth chapter, Birth, Death, and Betrayal Under King Jaehaerys I Part 1. Jaehaerys starts his grassroots campaign among the small folk, Rhaena is maybe a little traumatized, and Alysanne is almost assassinated (pour one out for Rosamund Ball) in this thrilling section. And remember kids, incest is good and definitely has no genetic repercussions! Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Tripod Trickle-Down Economics - Episode 16 A Time of Testing Section 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 107:53


    Caroline and Gretchen are joined again by Musa

    We Have a Friend! - Episode 15 A Time of Testing Section 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 102:26


    A Collection of Treasons - Episode 14 A Surfeit of Rulers Section 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 113:09


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the seventh chapter, A Surfeit of Rulers Section 3. Rogar Baratheon wins gold in the "Bad Decisions" competition, while Alyssa Velaryon totally, definitely retires. Oh, and Rhaena is passed over for the throne yet again. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Four Heads Has the Polycule - Episode 13 A Surfeit of Rulers Section 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 115:42


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the seventh chapter, A Surfeit of Rulers Section 2. George R.R. Martin is definitely NOT throwing shade at The Bad Show (TM) with his description of Coryanne Wylde's sexual exploits, while everyone's favorite girl Rhaena definitely doesn't have some thematically-significant new dragon's eggs in her possession... Featuring special guest, Caroline's brother's dog Stitch. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    A Window in Your Local Cattery - Episode 12 A Surfeit of Rulers Section 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 121:32


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the seventh chapter, A Surfeit of Rulers Section 1. Alyssa Velaryon takes a back seat and definitely doesn't do anything or make any decisions, while the Best Boy Jaehaerys trains with his sword for funsies and Alysanne is... also here!Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Boop the Snoot of the Long Boi in Scarlet - Episode 11 The Year of the Three Brides Section 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 91:59


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the sixth chapter, The Year of Three Brides Part 2. Alyssa and Rogar leave the kids alone for five minutes and oh no! Jaehaerys married his sister! More importantly, Jonquil Darke is here

    Say "Yes" to the Targaryen King's Widow - Episode 10 The Year of the Three Brides Section 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 87:10


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the sixth chapter, The Year of Three Brides Part 1. Rhaena gets married to the beard - I mean love of her life in Fair Isle, while Alyssa marries Rogar Baratheon which is definitely, definitely his idea! Power is power in this stunning section of Fire & Blood. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    The Robert Frost Fan Club - Episode 9 Prince Into King

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 126:38


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the fifth chapter, Prince Into King: The Ascension of Jaehaerys I. King Jaehaerys ascends the Mighty Gaming Chair with absolutely no one's help, while Rhaena totally willingly concedes the throne, Faceless men abound in Old Town, and everyone for once chooses the path that is not currently on fire. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Black Bride Boogaloo - Episode 8 Sons of the Dragon Section 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 125:05


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the fifth and final section of the fourth chapter, Sons of the Dragon. Maegor the Cruel maybe actually starts to earn his name as he destroys the Harroways and is otherwise evhul - so evhul, in fact, that he is rejected by the Mighty Gaming Chair itself! Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Maegor the Metal - Episode 7 Sons of the Dragon Section 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 101:31


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the fourth section of the fourth chapter, Sons of the Dragon. Spooky scary ladies abound while Maegor builds his Minecraft fort and holds skulls - perhaps that was a rather large bonk on the head...Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Poly Pride Represent - Episode 6 Sons of the Dragon Section 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 118:07


    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the third section of the fourth chapter, Sons of the Dragon. Aenys Targaryen dies of plot convenience and Maegor takes "three heads has the dragon" too literally by taking three wives, while the Faith stirs trouble and Rhaena has twins by her brother. This is fine :-) Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    Second Son Syndrome - Episode 5 Sons of the Dragon Section 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 92:27


    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis of Fire & Blood with the second section of the fourth chapter, Sons of the Dragon. The lords of Westeros decide to mulligan those battles from the conquest with the weak King Aenys, while Maegor establishes the archetype of "second son" and Rhaena continues to be very, very gay. Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

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