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We've come to pod for the dragon queen! Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the premiere episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, ”Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood.” They break down everything from the Battle of the Gullet to Aemond and Alicent's relationship.(00:00) Intro (07:19) Opening Snapshot (19:09) Rhaena claims Sheepstealer in the Vale(32:02) Aemond learns that Aegon has fled(33:25) Aegon and Larys are taken prisoner(39:43) Rhaenyra shares the news of Alicent's visit(49:14) Aemond confronts Alicent(58:46) The winter wolves arrive(01:07:25) Criston and Gwayne continue their Philosophy courses(01:18:37) The Dragonseeds camp at Harrenhal(01:24:29) Alicent writes a letter(01:29:32) Corlys attempts to make peace with Alyn(01:32:57) The Triarchy arrives(01:38:26) Ormund Hightower enters the chat(01:49:57) It's Incest O'Clock for Aemond and Alicent(01:56:56) Jace imprisons his own mother(02:10:02) The Battle of the Gullet(02:21:41) Book spoilers!Explore the exclusive collection at ⁠Target.com.⁠Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob Cornett and Jamie YukichSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House of the Dragon Season 3 is finally here — and Chanel & Brandon recap a premiere that ends in one of the most chaotic dragon battles Westeros has ever put on screen.

The Ending Scene With Jacaerys (Jace) & his Dragon Vermax Is So Game Of Thrones... House of the Dragon Season 3 Premiere Reaction, as HBO's epic fantasy series returns with dragons, betrayal, political intrigue, and one of the most devastating battles in the history of the Dance of the Dragons. Hosted by Greg Alba, John Humphrey, & Michael Tessler Limited Time Offer – You Need Fiber. Yes you! Boost your fiber with Huel today using my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code REJECTS at https://www.huel.com/REJECTS. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! Featuring dragons clashing above burning fleets, devastating losses at sea, and a tragic ending that reshapes the future of House Targaryen, the episode delivers one of the most shocking and emotionally devastating battles the franchise has ever put to screen. Picking up in the aftermath of Season 2, the episode follows Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell — The Last Dragonslayer, Midsomer Murders) as she finally encounters the mysterious wild dragon she has been pursuing, leading to a breathtaking and dangerous first flight that could dramatically alter the balance of power. Meanwhile, King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney — The King, Dunkirk), still scarred from the events of Rook's Rest, flees with Larys Strong (Matthew Needham — The Ritual, Sanditon) to evade the growing threat posed by his increasingly volatile brother, Prince Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell — The Last Kingdom, World on Fire), who continues consolidating power in King's Landing. At Dragonstone, Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy — Truth Seekers, Mothering Sunday) prepares to challenge the Triarchy's growing naval threat, while Jacaerys Velaryon (Harry Collett — Dunkirk, Dolittle) attempts to prove himself as a leader by stepping into a role normally reserved for his mother. Alongside Baela Targaryen (Bethany Antonia — Stay Close, Get Even), Jace takes to the skies in one of the episode's most ambitious action sequences. Elsewhere, Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith — Doctor Who, The Crown) secures a crucial alliance with northern forces, strengthening Queen Rhaenyra's position as the realm edges closer to all-out war. The premiere culminates in a massive naval conflict between Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint — Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, It's a Sin), Alyn of Hull (Abubakar Salim — Raised by Wolves, Assassin's Creed Origins), and the forces of the Triarchy led by Sharako Lohar. Follow Greg Alba:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ Twitter:  https://x.com/thegregalba Follow Michael Tessler: https://www.instagram.com/mjtessler/ Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alicia hat keine Kosten und Mühen gescheut und war in Berlin beim exklusiven Event zu House of the Dragon Staffel 3! Dort konnte sie die erste Folge vorab sehen und gibt euch jetzt eine spoilerfreie Review sowie ihre Eindrücke vom Event. Vor Ort waren außerdem die Schauspieler von Jacaerys Velaryon, Addam von Hull und Alyn von Hull. Im Talk haben sie einige interessante Dinge erzählt ... #HouseOfTheDragon #dracarysberlin #hotds3 Instagram: @aliciajoe und @cashisclay_attitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Netflix star Alyvia Alyn Lind says kindness is the way(ward)! The actor joins host Robert Peterpaul on The Art of Kindness to discuss: Working with kind leaders like Mae Martin, Toni Collette and Dolly Parton. How her kind family and friends keep her grounded. Her love of ducks and much more! ALYVIA ALYN LIND is an emerging powerhouse actress. This fall, she starred opposite Toni Collette in Wayward, Netflix's hit psychological thriller series from creator Mae Martin. The series premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, and ranked in the top 10 on Netflix in over 35 countries. Lind previously starred as the female lead of the Peacock/Syfy horror series Chucky. She also led Roku's Spiderwick Chronicles with Christian Slater and Netflix's Daybreak alongside Matthew Broderick. In 2015, Lind played the role of Dolly Parton in Coat of Many Colors, which earned her a Critics Choice Award nomination. Lind was also nominated for a Daytime Emmy for her work on The Young and the Restless. Her additional television credits include the Hulu comedy series Future Man, Showtime's acclaimed drama Masters of Sex and AMC's The Walking Dead. In film, Lind starred with Adam Sandler in Warner Bros Pictures' Blended, alongside Drew Barrymore in Netflix's Overboard, and across Bella Thorne in Masquerade. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: ⁠artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com⁠ Follow Alyvia ⁠@alyviaalind Follow us ⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠ / ⁠@robpeterpaul⁠ ⁠Support the show⁠! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

•Dr. Alyn Waller has served as Senior Pastor of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with over 15,000 members. A highly sought-after revivalist, vocalist, and lecturer, Dr. Waller is a true visionary of the church and the community who serves humanity far beyond the restraints of traditionalism.•The heart of Dr. Waller's ministry can be felt through his musical gifts. In 2004, Dr. Waller released his album, "WITH HIS PERMISSION". In 2015, Enon and Pastor Waller founded the Enon Music Group (EMG) record label and released DR. ALYN E. WALLER PRESENTS ENON TABERNACLE—THE EXPERIENCE. The album garnered three Stellar Awardnominations and the single “Making A Way,” which ranked #1 on the Billboard Hot Singles Chart for four weeks.•With over 1 million career streams, his purpose to raise appreciation for sacred music and marry the church and the industry is exemplified by his thriving record label and newest EP, "I STILL BELIEVE."•Dr. Waller & Christocentric EP reminds us that the Gospel is still about Jesus Christ.•“I Still Believe" featuring Dr. Waller's single, “I've Decided To Make Jesus My Choice,” is available for download & purchase on all digital platforms.•Awarded a “Top Gospel Music Podcast” Badge from Feedspot which has named Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold oneof the Top 10 Gospel Music Podcasts on the web! •LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST •There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebookpage ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.    •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •ANSONIA'S BOOK RELEASES•“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!"•"Molding a Black Princess"Order Information https://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I've chatted with jazz legend Alyn Shipton. Alyn is a UK journalist and broadcaster, with the regular Jazz Record Requests show on BBC Radio 3. He is also a musician and we discussed his new release with Alyn Shipton's New Orleans Friends - The Oxford Concert - which is due for release on 6 March 2026.We also discussed our mutual friends and influences, especially across British jazz, including Adrian Cox, who I interviewed in 2025. Thanks to Alyn for allowing me to play extracts from The Oxford Concert alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Nationwide Emissions Recall Affecting Hundreds of Thousands of Ram Truck Owners Diesel pickup owners across the U.S. may be sitting on $500—or even $1,000—just for completing a free emissions recall many haven't acted on yet. Starting February 17, Cummins is launching a new customer incentive tied to Emissions Recall 67A, affecting 2013–2018 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks powered by the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine. To help truck owners understand what's required, what they get, and why timing matters, Ike Dougherty—who leads Cummins' pickup-truck engine business—ivisits with mark Alyn.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Nationwide Emissions Recall Affecting Hundreds of Thousands of Ram Truck Owners Diesel pickup owners across the U.S. may be sitting on $500—or even $1,000—just for completing a free emissions recall many haven't acted on yet. Starting February 17, Cummins is launching a new customer incentive tied to Emissions Recall 67A, affecting 2013–2018 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks powered by the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine. To help truck owners understand what's required, what they get, and why timing matters, Ike Dougherty—who leads Cummins' pickup-truck engine business—ivisits with mark Alyn.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

To help organizations reap the benefits of AI while meeting regulatory requirements, many L&D teams are rolling out AI skills programs. But how do we design these programs in a way that shapes consistent, compliant behaviors, while helping colleagues develop the judgment they need to navigate messy, real-world situations? In this week's episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, Ross D and Cammy are joined by Alyn Kinney, Senior Learning and Development Manager at T-Mobile, to discuss: how organizations are supporting AI skills development; the potential drawbacks of a top-down, skills-based approach; how to deliver practical, problem-based AI skills programs at scale.  If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to check out Alyn's newsletter, Nerd Out. In 'What I Learned This Week', Ross D recommended C. Thi Nguyen's book The Score. For more from Mindtools Kineo, visit mindtools.com. There, you'll also find details of our new face-to-face and virtual workshops, and our off-the-shelf courses. Like the show? You'll LOVE our newsletter! Subscribe to The L&D Dispatch at lddispatch.com Connect with our speakers If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with us on LinkedIn: Ross Dickie Cammy Bean Alyn Kinney

Our hiatus has an ending in sight! We've scheduled our next recording session and we'll be back with new episodes soon! For now, we hope you enjoy the podcast that started everything for us: Dumb-Dumbs & Dragons: A D&D Podcast!In our very first episode, we meet our band of intrepid heroes: "Alyn", a female half-elf wizard who's never left the monastery and wants to know what it is to be human (Laura Hamstra, @lauraehamstra); "Quinny Brownbarrow", a rogue halfling who escaped jail by serving his time (Tyler Hewitt, @Tyler_Hewitt); and “Butthole Fartch”, a cleric of Moonhammer, the goddess of strength, joy and flatulence (Ryan LaPlante, @theryanlaplante)! They learn about each other and set off on their quest! Also featuring our awesome DM Tom McGee (@mcgeetd)! Enjoying Dumb-Dumbs & Dragons?- Consider supporting the show for as little as $1 a month to get BTS fun, an ad-free feed, and even add your own character to the podcast! (https://dumbdumbdice.com/join)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Follow us on social media: @dumbdumbdice- Watch our video episodes on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@dumbdumbdice) Artwork by the brilliant Del Borovic- Website & Portfolio (https://delborovic.com/), @deltastic on socialsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Authors On Mission Podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with author Laura Alyn to explore her bold journey of writing taboo-breaking books like All About and All About Weed. Laura shares how she taps into a creative “flow state,” balances playfulness with profound questions, and overcomes the fear of putting her work into the world.

Alyn shows his true colors. Hannah learns the truth about Maynard Plumm.Episode 553 - Dunk and Egg: THE MYSTERY KNIGHT Part SixGame of Owns is hosted by Hannah Hosking & Zack LuyePodcast shirts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gameofowns.com/shirts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gameofowns.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for sorted podcast episodes

This week, Mal sits down with professional golfer Tisha Alyn to talk about the double life she lived while competing on the LPGA tour - hiding her sexuality from the sport she loved, her peers, and even her family. Tish opens up about coming out, the challenges of having a mom who wasn't accepting at first, and how that strained relationship shaped her journey. She also shares how the PGA helped her embrace her identity and how she went on to become a pioneer for queer representation in professional golf. Follow our guest @tishaalyn, follow the show @madeitout and follow Mal @malglowenke

For the final episode of series 3, Di is joined by one of the busiest people in golf – content creator and golf personality Tisha Alyn! Tisha explains what it was like giving up her pro career to turn her attention to social media full time, and the massive success she's had since then. From producing several viral videos to setting up her own clothing brand, investing in Los Angeles Golf Club and TGL and hosting her own podcast, Tisha tells Di she's never afraid of a new challenge. Plus, find out what she makes of how the diversity of golf has improved in recent years, and why she's expecting the 2026 Solheim Cup in the Netherlands to be bigger than ever! Find more Why Golf content on Instagram, and find out more about everything the Why Golf platform has to offer

On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down with Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, and Alyvia Alyn Lind to discuss their new Netflix series WAYWARD. The show follows police officer Alex Dempsey and his pregnant wife Laura as they move into their new home. Soon, Alex finds himself connected with two students from the local school for “troubled teens” who are desperate to escape — and could be the key to unearthing everything rotten in the town. Wayward premieres globally on Netflix September 25 with 8 episodes. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheMoviePodcast.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@themoviepodcast.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Daniel on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shahbaz on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Anthony on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Movie Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Q&A on the Netflix series Wayward with actors Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind. Moderated by Mara Webster, In Creative Company. A bucolic but sinister town explores the insidious intricacies of the troubled teen industry, and the eternal struggle of the next generation.

ชมวิดีโอ EP นี้ใน YouTube เพื่อประสบการณ์การรับชมที่ดีที่สุด https://youtu.be/TyiwUvIlYZU . คุยอังกฤษกับ ‘James Alyn' ชีวิตบนใหม่ของศิลปินเดี่ยว indie-pop ไทยลูกครึ่งสิงคโปร์ . คำนี้ดี Featuring ชวนทุกความรู้จักตัวตนศิลปินหนุ่มอย่างลึกซึ้งผ่านคำศัพท์ . ♦️ หนึ่งคำสอนของพ่อที่จำไม่ลืม ♦️ หนึ่งท่อนเพลงภาษาอังกฤษในความทรงจำวัยเด็ก ♦️ หนึ่งคำที่อยากสักไว้บนตัวตลอดกาล ♦️ หนึ่งคำที่ James Alyn อยากบอกกับ James HYBS ♦️ พร้อมเหตุผลทำไมถึงเลือกทำเพลงภาษาอังกฤษ? . เจมส์ – อลิน วี เปิดตัว “2019” อัลบั้มใหม่ในฐานะศิลปินเดี่ยวครั้งแรกในนาม “James Alyn” บอกเล่าเรื่องราว ประสบการณ์และความทรงจำ ณ จุดเปลี่ยนของชีวิตในช่วงปี 2019 หลังแยกทางกับ HYBS ที่ดังไกลไปมั่วโลก . โดยมีจุดขายเป็นบรรยากาศดนตรีสุด nostalgia และภาพประกอบมิวสิควิดีโอที่ถ่ายแบบ Long Take . ติดตามบทสนทนาภาษาอังกฤษ พร้อมจกศัพท์น่าสนใจได้ใน คำนี้ดี Featuring ช่อง THE STANDARD knd (คำนี้ดี) . #คำนี้ดี #คำนี้ดีFeaturing #คุยภาษาอังกฤษ #พูดภาษาอังกฤษ #JamesAlyn #2019 

ชมวิดีโอ EP นี้ใน YouTube เพื่อประสบการณ์การรับชมที่ดีที่สุด https://youtu.be/TyiwUvIlYZU . คุยอังกฤษกับ ‘James Alyn' ชีวิตบทใหม่ของศิลปินเดี่ยว indie-pop ไทยลูกครึ่งสิงคโปร์ . คำนี้ดี Featuring ชวนทุกความรู้จักตัวตนศิลปินหนุ่มอย่างลึกซึ้งผ่านคำศัพท์ . ♦️ หนึ่งคำสอนของพ่อที่จำไม่ลืม ♦️ หนึ่งท่อนเพลงภาษาอังกฤษในความทรงจำวัยเด็ก ♦️ หนึ่งคำที่อยากสักไว้บนตัวตลอดกาล ♦️ หนึ่งคำที่ James Alyn อยากบอกกับ James HYBS ♦️ พร้อมเหตุผลทำไมถึงเลือกทำเพลงภาษาอังกฤษ? . เจมส์ – อลิน วี เปิดตัว “2019” อัลบั้มใหม่ในฐานะศิลปินเดี่ยวครั้งแรกในนาม “James Alyn” บอกเล่าเรื่องราว ประสบการณ์และความทรงจำ ณ จุดเปลี่ยนของชีวิตในช่วงปี 2019 หลังแยกทางกับ HYBS ที่ดังไกลไปทั่วโลก . โดยมีจุดขายเป็นบรรยากาศดนตรีสุด nostalgia และภาพประกอบมิวสิควิดีโอที่ถ่ายแบบ Long Take . ติดตามบทสนทนาภาษาอังกฤษ พร้อมจดศัพท์น่าสนใจได้ใน คำนี้ดี Featuring ช่อง THE STANDARD knd (คำนี้ดี) . #คำนี้ดี #คำนี้ดีFeaturing #คุยภาษาอังกฤษ #พูดภาษาอังกฤษ #JamesAlyn #2019

Or A Cast of Squirrels and OttersJoin us as we journey through Superman's live-action legacy — from Kirk Alyn to David Corenswet!How comics, animation, and radio shaped (or failed to shape) his on-screen portrayalsWhy audiences embraced some Supermen and rejected others, and the socioeconomic forces at playThe impact of evolving technology on bringing the Last Son of Krypton to lifeWhy Superman always shines brightest in the darkest of timesListener stories: Who was your first Superman?...and yes, we also talk about Dean Cain being a dick.Join Our Riotous DC Debauch!Site: https://dconscreen.comStore: https://bit.ly/DCoStorePatreon: https://patreon.com/dconscreenApple: http://bit.ly/DCoSReviewSpotify: http://bit.ly/DCSCREENSpreaker: https://bit.ly/DCoSSpreakerSubscribe to David C. Roberson's Substack

Our heroes are deciding the fate of Lexi the bard! Butthole (Ryan LaPlante, @theryanlaplante) spoke with Alyn and determined there is a magical mind-wipe but it can be undone, Juniper (Laura Hamstra, @lauraehamstra) got Mo Dirt to make a more permanent but riskier “mind smear” potion, and Quinny (Tyler Hewitt, @Tyler_Hewitt) made sure Bucky wouldn't talk! But will Lexi choose the potion or the unspoken “Quinny Option”?! Also featuring our awesome DM Tom McGee (@mcgeetd). Enjoying Dumb-Dumbs & Dragons?- Consider becoming a Patron of Dumb-Dumbs & Dice for as little as $1 a month and gain access to a ton of extra BTS fun (https://www.patreon.com/dumbdumbdice)- Buy merch on our website (https://dumbdumbdice.com/)- Watch us on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@dumbdumbdice)- Follow us on Instagram (https://instagram.com/dumbdumbdice)- Follow us on Facebook (https://facebook.com/dumbdumbdice) Artwork by the brilliant Del Borovic- Website & Portfolio (https://delborovic.com/)- X/Twitter (https://twitter.com/deltastic)

In this conversation, Laura talks about the joy of delving into the multiverse of any subject that interests her, and how she focuses her attention. She talks about a framework that she has developed using information from a variety of sources, including her intuition.She talks about how everything fits together for our benefit.We discuss many ideas from A Course in Miracles, such as the power of reinterpreting the world and education with the Holy Spirit, and entrusting our minds and endeavours to the unified will that guarantees perfect happiness because it is God's will, taking everything into account in our decisions.We join in walking each other home by remembering that we are already there, allowing the blocks to our awareness of love's presence to be removed.

In this soulful, and mind-expanding conversation. Laura Alyn founder of the ILA Institute and host of Grounded Spirits and ILA Radio. Joins me to explore what it means to be human, creative, and whole in a fragmented world.We dived into intuition, soul-body alignment. Seeing how the false binary between science and spirituality exists. From sound healing, and guided journals to burnout, dreams, and the Arnelian Framework. Laura brings both warmth, and rigor to a conversation. About surviving, and thriving in the age of disconnection.This episode is about reclaiming your voice, trusting your inner compass. Being able to embrace the truth, that there is no "one way" to heal or grow.Where to Find the Guest?

Laura Alyn, a visionary author, educator, and founder of the ILA Institute, a transformative learning initiative that bridges the inner and outer worlds, shares her journey of self-actualization and how staying true to one's authentic self is crucial in a world that often forces conformity. We explore the concepts of intuition, dream work, and the four elements as frameworks for self-discovery. Laura shares stories about navigating societal expectations, embracing spiritual downloads, and reinventing education to foster curiosity and intuitive learning. Where to find Laura: https://theornelian.com/connect/itslauraalyn/Send us a textLove the show? Your support helps keep these conversations going. You can treat me to a coffee here:https://buymeacoffee.com/shiftingdimensions Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr0p1zDPaPLmnmI3AIWhDFQFollow us: TikTok - @shiftingdimensions444 Instagram - @shiftingdimensions_podDisclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Shifting Dimensions. The material and information presented here is for general information and entertainment purposes only.

Ep. 134. In this episode, I converse with polymath, visionary author, educator and modern mystic Laura Alyn to explore how transforming our inner landscape can powerfully reshape the world around us. We delve into the difference between the soul and the spirit, the energetic architecture of belief, and how healing ripples outward into every facet of life.Laura also shares how Astrology can be used not just as a predictive tool, but as a sacred mirror for self-awareness and collective evolution.Segments include:​ ​Exploring the Inner World​The Power of Beliefs​Healing and Its Ripple Effect​Soul vs. Spirit: What's the Difference?​The Role of Intuition​Astrology as a Tool for Self-Awareness​Practical Astrology for Conscious EvolutionLaura's BioLaura Alyn Ornelas is on a mission to make knowledge accessible to all and to empower individuals to share their stories. Through her work with the ILA Institute, Belasprii Productions, and the Grounded Spirits Podcast, she aims to bridge diverse perspectives and inspire deeper connections between the inner and outer worlds.Connect with LauraLaura's WebsiteViv's Socials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Want to be a guest on Perspective with Viv?Send Viv a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/perspectivewithviv

Hold onto your visors, golf girlies! Kassidy and Sydney are back with an episode bursting with excitement and, let's be honest, a little bit of swooning. The curse is officially broken! Viktor Hovland's triumphant win at the Valspar Championship has the hosts (especially Kassidy) buzzing. After a period of struggle, Viktor's victory is a major highlight, and the girls are here to celebrate every swing. This episode runs a tad long, but trust us, you won't want to miss a moment. The Valspar leaderboard was stacked, with Justin Thomas capturing hearts with his adorable caddie bib and thrilling final round. Sydney also makes her producer debut, while Kassidy makes history and produces TWO holes-in-one! But, do the girls have some "beef" to air? Are the besties facing a fairway feud? Plus, the hottest topic in golf? Tiger Woods's rumored new romance has been officially hard launched on Instagram and the hosts have some very candid thoughts. But the real treat? An exclusive interview with golf influencer and content creator, Tisha Alyn. Get the inside scoop on the Creator Classic (sorry Trent!), hear about Tisha's own podcast, and prepare for a "Birdie Little Secret" that will leave you speechless. Tune in for all the birdies, bogeys, and behind-the-scenes drama, only on Birdie Little Secrets! Birdie Little Secrets has new episodes every Tuesday! You can follow along on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube @Birdielittlesecretspod  

In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Laura Alyn, founder of the ILA Institute and Grounded Spirits Podcast, to explore the often-overlooked world of inner health. We live in a society obsessed with diet trends, fitness apps, and beauty standards, yet mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being take a back seat. Laura dives deep into why our inner world matters just as much as our outer appearance, how repressed emotions manifest as physical ailments, and how spirituality, astrology, and self-awareness play a crucial role in overall health. She also shares practical steps for breaking free from societal expectations, embracing authenticity, and aligning with our true selves. If you've been neglecting your inner well-being, this episode will be an eye-opener. ✨ Health isn't just about how we look—it's about how we feel inside.   About the Guest:   Laura Alyn is an educator, polymath, and founder of the ILA Institute, where she blends STEM, philosophy, history, and art to make knowledge accessible to all. Through Grounded Spirits Podcast and Bellas Free Productions, she helps individuals bridge the gap between their inner and outer worlds to embrace self-growth and transformation.   Key Takeaways:   ✅ Why society prioritizes outer health over inner health—and why this needs to change.✅ The impact of suppressed emotions on physical health—understanding the mind-body connection.✅ How astrology, chakras, and ancient wisdom offer insights into personal well-being.✅ How self-awareness and intuition help us break free from societal conditioning.✅ Why confidence comes from within, not external validation.✅ Actionable steps to start prioritizing your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being today.   Connect with Laura Alyn:  

Tisha Alyn, former pro golfer and host of the Welcome To The Par-Tee podcast, joins Sarah for “No Dumb Questions” golf edition, discusses what it’s like to share her love of golf with her half a million instagram followers and why she thinks the LPGA lags behind other women’s leagues when it comes to activism. Also, NWSL Denver needs a little help, we honor a tennis pro who traded her racquet for a bag of clubs, and we give Flau’jae Johnson some well-deserved flowers. Watch the satirical video about the all-female country club here Cast your vote for NWSL Denver’s “Name the Club” campaign here Watch the trailer for the new NWSL docuseries from Prime Video here Read Alexa Philippou’s story about Marina Mabrey’s denied trade request here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here Read more about Boston’s WNBA bid here The Women’s Elite Rugby schedule and rosters can be found here Details on the PVF’s all-star game can be found here Read TIME’s story about A’ja Wilson and Jordan Chiles here Read more about Althea Gibson’s golf legacy here Check out Flau'jae Johnson’s insta post about all the criticism she faces here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Par-Tee is your newest obsession about the wonderful world that is women’s golf! We’ll have all the “tee” you need, plus interviews with top players on the LPGA tour, expert tips to improve your game, conversations with celebrity superfans, and a whole lot of fun on and off the course. So whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into the swing of things, this par-tee is one you can’t miss! Listen here and subscribe to Welcome to the Par-Tee with Tisha Alyn on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with transformational coach and international speaker Alyn Caley. Alyn's journey is one of deep healing, from growing up in a Sicilian family where emotions weren't openly expressed to breaking free from cycles of addiction, body image struggles, and external validation. She shares how a life-changing moment led her to sell everything she owned, embark on a pilgrimage, and ultimately step into her mission of guiding visionary women to heal core wounds and create their own legacy.We also dive into the profound lessons of motherhood—how it strips us down to our core, challenges us, and gives us the opportunity to reparent ourselves while raising conscious children. Alyn opens up about the unexpected journey of becoming a mother, navigating postpartum struggles, almost facing divorce, and how her work continues to evolve through the lens of motherhood.This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to break free from generational patterns, embrace their soul's purpose, and lead with intention.Topics We Cover:Healing from core wounds & breaking cyclesThe masks we wear to seek validationHow motherhood transforms identity & purposeRaising emotionally aware children & shifting generational traumaThe sacred lessons of Costa Rica & living in alignment with your soul's callingTune in for an honest, raw, and deeply inspiring conversation!---Alyn Caley is a Transformation Facilitator and Somatic Inner Healing Guide, International Speaker, Author and Founder of Lead Your Legacy, a holistic wellness company that mentors women into freedom from trauma, so they can increase their impact and influence in this world.It's through her extensive trauma work and somatic inner healing practices, woven together with her knowledge of embodiment and the power to heal through the body, that she has had the privilege to guide over 400 women through their own awakening + profound transformational healing journey.Connect with Alyn:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyncaleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alyncaleywebsite: https://www.alyncaley.comFree Gift: 3 Day Personalized Self Care Guide Show Links:Stay connected with Amber on IGGrab your early bird ticket to HERE FOR MORE LIVE 2025

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson steps away from Bruce Springsteen to converse with author Laura Alyn Ornelas. Laura shares her multifaceted interests, including her work as a podcast host for 'Grounded Spirits' and 'ILA Radio,' her musical influences, and her path to becoming an author. They discuss Laura's upbringing, her evolving appreciation for her parents' music, and her writing process, which began with an imaginative scene that led to her first book, 'Monterey Passages Through Water.' Laura also talks about her upcoming book comparing Gabrielle Souchon and Taylor Swift, her fascination with astrology, and the personal and spiritual growth she has achieved through her creative endeavors. The conversation touches upon the balance of individual and collective identity, as well as Jesse and Laura's interpretations of Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road.' Tune in for an insightful discussion on creativity, personal exploration, and the meaningful connections between music and writing. 00:00 Welcome to Set Lusting Bruce 00:49 Meet Laura Alyn Ornelas: Author and Polymath 02:01 Laura's Musical Journey 04:55 Becoming an Author 10:37 Exploring Astrology and Spirituality 12:09 Podcasting Adventures 14:14 Deep Dive into Music and Creativity 15:52 Bruce Springsteen Discussion 20:59 Laura's Future Projects and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson steps away from Bruce Springsteen to converse with author Laura Alyn Ornelas. Laura shares her multifaceted interests, including her work as a podcast host for 'Grounded Spirits' and 'ILA Radio,' her musical influences, and her path to becoming an author. They discuss Laura's upbringing, her evolving appreciation for her parents' music, and her writing process, which began with an imaginative scene that led to her first book, 'Monterey Passages Through Water.' Laura also talks about her upcoming book comparing Gabrielle Souchon and Taylor Swift, her fascination with astrology, and the personal and spiritual growth she has achieved through her creative endeavors. The conversation touches upon the balance of individual and collective identity, as well as Jesse and Laura's interpretations of Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road.' Tune in for an insightful discussion on creativity, personal exploration, and the meaningful connections between music and writing. 00:00 Welcome to Set Lusting Bruce 00:49 Meet Laura Alyn Ornelas: Author and Polymath 02:01 Laura's Musical Journey 04:55 Becoming an Author 10:37 Exploring Astrology and Spirituality 12:09 Podcasting Adventures 14:14 Deep Dive into Music and Creativity 15:52 Bruce Springsteen Discussion 20:59 Laura's Future Projects and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know him for his tremendous performance as Alyn of Hull on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, Abubakar Salim is a true renaissance man and multitalented creative. Starring in films like NAPOLEON, series like RAISED BY WOLVES and video games like  ASSASSIN'S CREED: ORIGINS. He's also the creative force and director of Tales of Kenzera: Zau, a metroidvania style adventure game with a focus on poignant emotional storytelling. It was beyond a pleasure to wander through the shelves of the store with Abu while he was in Australia for SXSW Sydney (who we thank for the link up)! Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here's Abu's picks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Alyn is a polymath whose goal is to reignite the joy of learning. She is also the founder of Belaspri Productions, a publishing company that opens the gates of knowledge to catalyze personal, societal, and universal growth. She also hosts two podcasts: Grounded Spirits and ILA Radio, and she's an author of many books. For all this and more, please check out her Amazon page!Please rate us on Apple and Spotify and subscribe for free at mikeyopp.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Queen Who Ever Was and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Anticipation builds for Rhaena and the ugly wild dragon known as Sheepstealer. The characters of Addam and Alyn take on different personalities and actions in the show. And in the final SpoiLORE section, Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss [REDACTED].  Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 443 paragraph 3 to page 445 paragraph 2  YOU MUST SKIP TO Page 449 paragraph 4 and all of page 50  Send feedback to hotd@baldmove.com!  Bald Move - HOTD - S02E08 - The Queen Who Ever Was - Feedback 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 discussion:  Email  |  Discord  |  Reddit  |  Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Queen Who Ever Was and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Anticipation builds for Rhaena and the ugly wild dragon known as Sheepstealer. The characters of Addam and Alyn take on different personalities and actions in the show. And in the final SpoiLORE section, Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss [REDACTED].  Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading:  Page 443 paragraph 3 to page 445 paragraph 2  YOU MUST SKIP TO Page 449 paragraph 4 and all of page 50  Send feedback to hotd@baldmove.com!  Bald Move - HOTD - S02E08 - The Queen Who Ever Was - Feedback 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 discussion:  Email  |  Discord  |  Reddit  |  Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-Handed Crab Claw Map of Westeros Send feedback to hotd@baldmove.com! 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 discussion:  Email  |  Discord  |  Reddit  |  Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-Handed Crab Claw Map of Westeros Send feedback to hotd@baldmove.com! 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 discussion:  Email  |  Discord  |  Reddit  |  Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I'm super excited to chat with Tisha Alyn—a pro golfer, social media influencer, and fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Tisha is doing amazing work, using her platform to change the perception of golf, challenge stereotypes, and pave the way for the next generation of athletes. We dive into her journey of self-discovery and the challenges she faced while coming out as a gay Filipina woman in a traditionally conservative sport.    Connect with Tisha:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaalyn/  Website: https://tisha-alyn.com/    Connect with Liz:   Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/    For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz      

In this episode of the Blu Alchemist Podcast, host Siquoyia Blue welcomes Laura Alyn Ornelas, a multi-talented artist and educator, to delve into the depths of human curiosity, artistry, and the interplay between technology and spirituality. Laura discusses her work developing a new educational model set to launch by 2027, aimed at nurturing self-awareness and critical thinking in students from a young age. They explore how art as an expression of the soul is deeply rooted in spirituality, emphasizing that individuals need not sacrifice one passion for another. They also discuss the educational reforms necessary to help students discover their true interests, highlighting platforms like Udemy as potential tools for integrating these changes. The conversation shifts to the relationship between technology, AI, and spirituality, with both agreeing on the tool's neutrality, underscoring the need for ethical considerations in its usage. Through historical analogies and personal anecdotes, they assess the transformative potential of AI in enhancing human communication and delivering spiritual insights. Laura shares insights from her book series "Monterey" and discusses her guided journals designed to help individuals understand and interpret their dreams. They touch on movies like "Eat, Pray, Love" and "Soul," discussing how these films offer valuable life lessons about purpose and authenticity. In a fun game segment, Laura answers "Would You Rather" questions about dreams, free will, and the end of life, offering deep philosophical insights. The episode wraps up with both emphasizing the importance of authenticity, self-exploration, and the ethical dimensions of inner world work. Laura's thought-provoking stories on lucid dreaming and intuitive insights provide a rich tapestry of wisdom for listeners. Tune in for a conversation that spans various domains—education, technology, spirituality, and personal growth—and embarks on a journey to unravel life's big questions.   Laura Alyn Ornelas books:  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09Z9RPFZK/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=a8be0fec-0c48-46c2-8712-fc4eb84cfe5c&ref_=ap_rdr Follow her on TikTok: ilainstitute (@ilainstitute) | TikTok   Blu Alchemist Podcast Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: https://www.blualchemistpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Siquoyia Blue Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.siquoyiablue.com⁠⁠ YouTube: @blualchemistpodcast Dating Assassins Card Game: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.datingassassins.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to either be a guest on or find guests for your podcast, please sign up here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinpodmatch.com/siquoyia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donate via Cashapp: @KingSiquoyia or Venmo: @KingShayThanks for listening! Subscribe, Share and Follow us! Affiliates:  BETMGM: BetMGM Casino is the #1 Online Casino in America! Come experience the thrills of the casino floor anytime, anywhere with the King of Casinos! Play hundreds of your favorite slot games as well as poker, blackjack, roulette, and video poker. Our legal, real money casino games can be found right from your phone where you'll experience the best of MGM's premiere casinos. BetMGM Casino play for the largest jackpots with new winners being awarded every day. Catch the excitement of the casino floor with BetMGM Casino, all in a safe, secure app where you'll have a blast. Download the BetMGM Casino app to get in on the action today! Download: https://www.pubtrack.co/DF981CS/3335GRZ/    

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, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 discussion:  Email  |  Discord  |  Reddit  |  Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spoiler note: This House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 review discusses “The Queen Who Ever Was” in full, including the finale ending, Alicent and Rhaenyra's meeting, Daemon's weirwood vision, Aegon leaving King's Landing, Aemond and Helaena, Rhaena finding the wild dragon, and the Season 3 setup. Mary & Blake are TV-first viewers and avoid future Fire & Blood spoilers. In our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 review, we break down “The Queen Who Ever Was,” a finale that works beautifully as an episode of television but leaves the season ending more like a promise than a payoff. This is the hour where Daemon finally bends the knee, Alicent offers Rhaenyra the throne, Aegon escapes King's Landing with Larys, Aemond starts losing control, the armies move into place, and the season closes right before the war truly explodes. Mary gave the episode 4.9 flames. Blake gave it 4.9 flames as an episode of television, but much lower as a finale because the final montage builds toward catharsis without fully delivering it. That tension is the heart of the conversation: “The Queen Who Ever Was” is thematically strong, visually gorgeous, and emotionally rich — but it also feels like Episode 8 of a 10-episode season. Below, you can listen to our full podcast breakdown, watch the video version, read the recap, and follow our related House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage. Listen To Our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Finale Recap And Reaction Mary & Blake discuss the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale, Episode 8, “The Queen Who Ever Was,” including why the finale was nearly perfect until one crucial ending choice, why audiences need fitting denouements, whether Alicent or Rhaenyra is the main character of Season 2, Daemon's vision, the pirate chaos, and why George R. R. Martin needs to eat his vitamins. Subscribe To Get New House Of The Dragon Episodes APPLE PODCASTS YOUTUBE SPOTIFY House Of The Dragon Season 2 Finale Recap: What Happens In “The Queen Who Ever Was”? “The Queen Who Ever Was” begins by widening the map. Tyland Lannister travels to the Triarchy to secure help against Rhaenyra's blockade, only to find himself negotiating through mud wrestling, pirate swagger, monkeys, dyed beards, and Admiral Lohar's extremely chaotic vibe. In King's Landing, Larys tells Aegon that survival now means leaving. Aegon is broken, burned, and humiliated, but Larys sees him as politically useful precisely because everyone else has underestimated him. Together, they flee toward Essos, taking money and removing Aegon from Alicent's plan before she even knows the plan has failed. At Harrenhal, Daemon finally reaches the end of his haunted season. Alys Rivers leads him to the weirwood tree, where he sees images of the future: the White Walkers, dead dragons, the comet, dragon eggs, Daenerys, and Rhaenyra on the Iron Throne. The vision reframes his role in the war. This is not only about his ambition, his resentment, or his marriage. It is about something much bigger. When Rhaenyra arrives at Harrenhal, Daemon publicly bends the knee. But the most important part happens privately, when he speaks to her in High Valyrian and tells her the war is bigger than both of them. For once, Daemon is not trying to take the story from Rhaenyra. He is choosing to serve her part in it. Aemond, meanwhile, becomes more dangerous after realizing Team Black now has more dragons. He burns Sharp Point in rage and tries to force Helaena to ride Dreamfyre into battle. Helaena refuses and tells him what she knows: Aegon will be king again, and Aemond will die in the God's Eye. On Dragonstone, Alicent comes to Rhaenyra and offers her a path to King's Landing. She admits she was wrong about Viserys' final words, says Aemond is leaving for Harrenhal, and tells Rhaenyra she can take the Red Keep in three days. But Rhaenyra makes the cost clear: Aegon must die. Alicent resists, then accepts the price. The episode ends with armies, ships, dragons, and riders moving into place for Season 3. The Starks are marching. The Lannisters are moving. The Triarchy is coming. Criston Cole is on the road. Rhaena finds the wild dragon in the Vale. Otto Hightower is shown imprisoned. And Rhaenyra and Alicent end in mirrored positions: one crushed by duty, the other looking toward freedom. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 Review “The Queen Who Ever Was” is a difficult finale because the material inside the episode is often excellent. The issue is not that nothing happens. A lot happens. The problem is that almost all of it points forward. As an episode, it has some of the strongest character work of the season. Daemon's Harrenhal arc finally pays off. Alicent and Rhaenyra get another charged conversation. Aemond's fear and cruelty become clearer. Helaena's role as a dreamer becomes more active. Aegon's escape complicates the entire political plan. And the final montage is visually beautiful. As a finale, though, the episode is more frustrating. It gives us movement toward a battle, movement toward the Gullet, movement toward Harrenhal, movement toward King's Landing, movement toward Rhaena and the wild dragon — but very little final release. It feels like the season inhales and then cuts to black before the exhale. That is why Blake's central critique lands: if the show could not end with a major battle, it needed a stronger emotional denouement. It needed one final moment that closed the season's thematic loop rather than simply arranging the next board. Mary is more willing to accept the setup because the season has already delivered major events: Blood and Cheese, Rook's Rest, the Red Sowing, Daemon's transformation, and the shift in Alicent. For Mary, this is the Risk board finally getting good. For Blake, it is a strong episode that needed one more move to feel like a true finale. Why Is The Episode Called “The Queen Who Ever Was”? The title “The Queen Who Ever Was” echoes Rhaenys' old title, “The Queen Who Never Was,” but the finale turns the phrase toward both Rhaenyra and Alicent. Rhaenyra is the queen who ever was because her claim, her duty, and the prophecy are now fully pressing down on her. She is no longer only trying to protect her family, avoid war, or prove that Viserys chose her. By the end of the season, she has accepted that she must take the throne even if the cost is blood. Alicent is also part of the title's meaning. She was never queen in her own right, but she helped create a king, defended a false interpretation of Viserys' words, and spent the season realizing that the system she served would never truly give her power. By the end, she no longer wants the crown, the court, or the color green. She wants to be free. That is what makes the title so sad. The episode is about queenship as a trap. Rhaenyra accepts the trap because she believes her part was decided long ago. Alicent tries to step out of it only after the trap has already closed around everyone else. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Ending Explained The ending of House of the Dragon Season 2 shows every major faction moving toward the next stage of the war. Team Black is stronger than it has ever been. Rhaenyra has Daemon, the Riverlands, new dragonriders, Corlys' fleet, and a potential opening in King's Landing through Alicent. But she also has new risks: Ulf is unstable, Hugh is unknown, Jace is insecure about his legitimacy, and Rhaenyra's moral line has moved. Team Green is weaker and more chaotic, but not finished. Aemond controls Vhagar and the military machine, but he is increasingly isolated and reckless. Aegon is alive and escaping with Larys, which ruins Alicent's deal and creates a future problem for both sides. Helaena knows more than anyone around her understands, and Otto's imprisonment suggests another hidden power move is happening off the board. The final montage is meant to show that the war is now unavoidable. The North is marching. The Lannisters are moving. The Triarchy is coming for the blockade. Criston Cole's army is advancing. Rhaena has found the wild dragon. Every piece is in motion. The frustration is that the montage functions more like a trailer for Season 3 than a release for Season 2. The finale does not end with the war arriving. It ends with the war about to arrive. Alicent And Rhaenyra's Final Scene Explained The Alicent and Rhaenyra scene is the emotional center of the finale. Alicent arrives at Dragonstone with no army, no weapon, and no real protection. She comes with the only thing she has left: the possibility of surrender. Alicent admits that she misunderstood Viserys. She knows now that Rhaenyra was right about his final words. She also knows Aemond is dangerous, Aegon is damaged, and the war she helped unleash cannot be controlled from inside the Red Keep anymore. Rhaenyra understands the offer, but she also understands what rule requires. If she takes King's Landing and leaves Aegon alive, her claim will never be secure. So she tells Alicent the truth: Aegon must die. That is the scene's brutal mirror. At the beginning of the season, Helaena had to identify which child was her son. In the finale, Alicent has to choose which son she can give up. It is not the same kind of violence, but it rhymes. The war keeps forcing mothers to name the child who will pay. The scene works because both women have changed places. Alicent now wants escape, air, anonymity, and freedom. Rhaenyra cannot go with her because duty has swallowed her life. Alicent speaks as if from a distant dream. Rhaenyra is awake inside the nightmare. Did The Finale Fail Alicent? Blake's biggest issue with the finale is not simply that there is no battle. It is that Alicent's story does not get the final moment it needs. All season, Alicent has been losing power. She begins believing she can hold the Green cause together, then discovers she misunderstood Viserys, loses her place on the council, watches Aemond rise, and finally decides to trade the throne for a chance at peace. That is a real character arc. The problem is that the finale ends before Alicent can experience the consequence of her choice. She agrees that Aegon must die, but Aegon is already gone. That should be devastating. It should trap her between the bargain she made and the reality she can no longer control. Instead, Aegon's escape is folded into the montage. We understand the plot complication, but Alicent does not get the cathartic moment of returning to King's Landing and realizing her sacrifice cannot be delivered. That is why the ending can feel emotionally incomplete. Alicent makes the season's hardest choice, but the finale does not let the audience sit in the immediate fallout of that choice. Daemon's Weirwood Vision Explained Daemon's weirwood vision is the payoff to his Harrenhal story. After weeks of ghosts, guilt, dreams, Alys Rivers, and psychological torture, Daemon finally sees a future larger than himself. The images connect House of the Dragon to the larger Game of Thrones mythology: the White Walkers, the three-eyed raven, the comet, dead dragons, Daenerys and the dragon eggs, and Rhaenyra on the Iron Throne. The point is not only fan-service. The vision changes Daemon's understanding of power. He wanted the crown because he wanted recognition, love, status, and proof that he mattered. The weirwood shows him that the throne is not a personal prize. It is part of a story that stretches far beyond his resentment. That is why his reunion with Rhaenyra works. When he speaks High Valyrian to her, he is not simply apologizing. He is telling her that winter is coming, the threat is bigger than their marriage, and he now understands that his role is to serve her claim rather than consume it. Daemon kneeling publicly matters. But the private High Valyrian exchange matters more, because that is where he finally recognizes Rhaenyra as his queen. Is Daenerys The Prince That Was Promised? The vision includes imagery that clearly points toward Daenerys and her dragons, but that does not necessarily mean the episode is declaring Daenerys to be the Prince That Was Promised. Within the scene, Daemon sees fragments of a future he does not fully understand. He sees dragons return. He sees the threat from the North. He sees the comet. He sees the Targaryen line stretching toward a future war against death itself. For Daemon, the important takeaway is not a clean answer to the prophecy debate. The important takeaway is that Rhaenyra's claim is part of something bigger than his ambition. The vision gives him enough fear and clarity to bend the knee. So the safest read is this: the finale uses Daenerys to show the future of dragons and the long shadow of Targaryen history, not to fully settle the Prince That Was Promised question. Aegon And Larys Escape King's Landing Aegon's escape is one of the finale's most important plot turns because it breaks Alicent's plan before the plan even begins. Larys understands that Aegon is not safe in King's Landing. Aemond is too dangerous, Alicent is making moves of her own, and the court no longer has a stable center. So Larys offers Aegon survival: leave, hide, recover, and let everyone else underestimate him. Aegon agrees because he has very little left. His body is broken. His dragon may be dead or believed dead. His authority has been taken by Aemond. His future as a father and king is physically and politically damaged. But that is exactly why Aegon may still matter. A king everyone assumes is finished can become a problem later. Larys knows that. Aemond may not. Aemond And Helaena: The Dreamer Finally Speaks Aemond's scene with Helaena is one of the clearest signs that he is losing control. He wants Helaena to ride Dreamfyre into battle because Team Black's dragon advantage has scared him. He needs more firepower, and he treats his sister as another piece on the board. Helaena refuses. More importantly, she tells him what she sees. Aegon will be king again. Aemond will die in the God's Eye. She speaks about the future with a strange calm that makes Aemond's violence look even smaller. That scene matters because Helaena is no longer only whispering cryptic lines in the background. She is actively confronting Aemond with knowledge he cannot dominate. He can threaten her, but he cannot make her unsee what she has seen. Aemond has Vhagar, but Helaena has the one thing he cannot burn: the truth of what is coming. Tyland Lannister And Admiral Lohar Bring Pirate Chaos The Triarchy material is weird, funny, and intentionally disruptive. Tyland Lannister enters a completely different kind of world: mud wrestling, monkeys, dyed beards, pirate wives, shifting names, and Admiral Lohar turning diplomacy into a test of endurance. Mary loves this material because it expands the world. House of the Dragon can become claustrophobic when it stays locked between King's Landing, Dragonstone, and Harrenhal. The pirate scenes remind us that the war is pulling in people who do not care about Targaryen family trauma except where it creates opportunity. The risk is that the Triarchy plot arrives late in the finale, when some viewers are waiting for payoff from characters they already know. But structurally, it matters: the blockade has to be challenged, and the Battle of the Gullet is clearly being loaded for Season 3. Corlys, Alyn, And The Driftmark Problem Corlys remains one of Mary's biggest frustrations in the finale. He is Hand of the Queen, but he keeps hanging around the same dock, circling the same family secrets, and avoiding the plain truth about Alyn and Addam. Alyn finally gives the scene the energy it needs by telling Corlys what he has been refusing to hear: Corlys was not there. He did not claim them. He did not raise them. And now that his acknowledged line has been devastated, he suddenly has use for the sons he left in the margins. That confrontation works because Alyn refuses to make Corlys comfortable. Corlys may be grieving, legendary, and politically important, but that does not erase the damage he caused by keeping parts of his life hidden. The bigger issue is whether the show waited too long to make this material truly alive. Alyn's anger is compelling. It just needed to arrive sooner. Rhaena And The Wild Dragon In The Vale Rhaena finally finds the wild dragon in the Vale, but the path there is frustrating. She leaves the royal children behind, runs into the wilderness without supplies, and somehow no one seems very good at finding her. Still, the image of the dragon is powerful. Rhaena has spent the season feeling unwanted, dragonless, and sent away from the real action. Finding the wild dragon gives her story a clear direction heading into Season 3. The question is whether the payoff will justify the setup. If Rhaena claims the dragon, her frustration and isolation may become essential. If not, the finale spent a lot of time watching someone make a very poorly packed hiking decision. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Finale: What It Sets Up For Season 3 The finale sets up Season 3 as the season where preparation becomes open war. Rhaenyra has Daemon, the Riverlands, multiple dragonriders, and a possible path into King's Landing. Alicent has made a bargain she may no longer be able to fulfill because Aegon is gone. Aegon escapes with Larys, making him a hidden problem for both Team Green and Team Black. Aemond is more dangerous because he is scared, isolated, and still holding Vhagar. Daemon returns to Rhaenyra with a changed understanding of his role. Helaena becomes more important as her dreamer knowledge becomes clearer. Corlys sails toward the Gullet while his family secrets keep boiling underneath him. Tyland and Lohar bring the Triarchy into the war against the blockade. Rhaena stands on the edge of claiming or confronting the wild dragon in the Vale. Otto Hightower is alive but imprisoned, creating another mystery for Season 3. Related House Of The Dragon Coverage Continue through Mary & Blake's House of the Dragon coverage: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Recap And Episode Guide House Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake Podcast Hub Previous Episode: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 — “The Red Sowing” Season 3: House Of The Dragon Season 3 Teaser Reaction More From Mary & Blake Subscribe to House of the Dragon With Mary & Blake for every recap, reaction, listener feedback episode, and deeper discussion as we continue through the Dance of the Dragons. Want bonus podcasts, extended reactions, and community conversation about House of the Dragon, Outlander, The Rings of Power, and everything else Mary & Blake are covering? Join the Nerd Clan community at JoinTheNerdClan.com and support everything Mary & Blake are building. Mary & Blake Media is not affiliated with HBO, Max, Warner Bros. Discovery, George R. R. 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To war then! The Season 2 finale is over, and Mal and Jo are here to give you their thoughts on the exciting season ending (08:24). After giving their overall impressions, they break down each scene, including some of the most pivotal ones, such as: Tyland recruits and secures the Triarchy (28:01) Larys prepares Aegon to depart King's Landing (50:17) Jace and Ulf butt heads (01:19:24) Daemon receives Ser Alfred Broome (01:44:09) Criston takes Gwayne to a poetry slam (01:57:06) Rhaenyra dines with the dragonseeds (02:10:13) Daemon receives his vision (02:21:53) Helaena would like to issue a prophecy too (02:55:34) Alyn confronts Corlys (03:18:10) Alicent appeals to Rhaenyra (03:22:15) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Abubakar Salim discusses bringing Alyn of Hull to life in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2, including comparisons between Alyn and the Seasnake, the deaths of Rhaenys and Meleys, working with Amanda Collin again, and the viral Seasmoke memes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thewayneayerspodcast/support

Spoiler note: This House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 review discusses “The Red Sowing” in full, including the dragonseeds, Hugh, Ulf, Vermithor, Silverwing, Addam, Jace, Alicent, Daemon at Harrenhal, Oscar Tully, Aemond, and the ending. Mary & Blake are TV-first viewers and avoid future Fire & Blood spoilers. In our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 review, we break down “The Red Sowing,” the penultimate episode where Rhaenyra finally gets the dragon army she needs — and maybe creates the next giant problem she cannot control. This is a huge episode for Team Black. Addam bends the knee, Hugh claims Vermithor, Ulf claims Silverwing, and Aemond suddenly realizes that Vhagar may not be enough anymore. But the episode also asks the obvious question: is giving dragon power to barely trained strangers a brilliant wartime gamble or the worst HR onboarding process in Westeros? Mary gave the episode 4.9 flames, while Blake gave it 4.85 flames. The dragon spectacle is massive, Alicent continues to get some of the show's strongest interior scenes, Oscar Tully finally gives the Riverlands plot real life, and the ending gives the season genuine momentum heading into the finale. Below, you can listen to our full podcast breakdown, watch the video version, read the recap, and follow our related House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage. Listen To Our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Recap And Reaction Mary & Blake discuss House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7, “The Red Sowing,” including why the dragon selection scene is compelling but light on tension, why Alicent continues to have some of the best scenes in the show, why Team Black needs a much better HR team, and why Hugh, Ulf, Addam, Vermithor, Silverwing, and Seasmoke change the war. Subscribe To Get New House Of The Dragon Episodes APPLE PODCASTS YOUTUBE SPOTIFY House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Recap: What Happens In “The Red Sowing”? “The Red Sowing” begins with Rhaenyra meeting Addam of Hull after Seasmoke chooses him as a rider. Addam immediately bends the knee and declares himself loyal to her, even though his parentage and connection to Corlys remain publicly unspoken. At Driftmark, Corlys continues awkwardly circling the truth about Addam and Alyn. Everyone who matters seems to know what is happening, but no one is saying the full thing out loud. Addam has just had a life-changing event, yet Corlys still struggles to acknowledge him plainly as his son. In King's Landing, Larys continues helping Aegon recover while Aemond rules as Prince Regent. Aegon is badly wounded, but he is not useless. Larys understands that better than almost anyone, and he keeps pushing Aegon's body and mind back toward survival. Alicent removes herself from King's Landing and goes into the woods with Ser Rickard. She is not exactly roughing it, but she is away from the Red Keep, away from the council, and away from the system that has swallowed her power. Her lake scene becomes one of the episode's most haunting images. At Harrenhal, Daemon finally gets movement in the Riverlands. Oscar Tully arrives as the new Lord Paramount and forces Daemon to face the consequences of the violence committed in Rhaenyra's name. To win the Riverlords, Daemon has to let Willem Blackwood die. On Dragonstone, Rhaenyra follows Mysaria's idea and summons people with possible Targaryen blood from King's Landing. The dragonkeepers object and walk away, calling the plan blasphemy. Rhaenyra proceeds anyway, bringing a crowd of would-be dragonriders before Vermithor. The attempt becomes a massacre. Vermithor burns and eats many of them before Hugh steps forward and survives the encounter. Ulf, meanwhile, stumbles into Silverwing and accidentally becomes her rider. By the end of the episode, Team Black has three new riders: Addam on Seasmoke, Hugh on Vermithor, and Ulf on Silverwing. The episode ends with Ulf flying over King's Landing on Silverwing, drawing Aemond and Vhagar toward Dragonstone. But when Aemond sees Rhaenyra standing with multiple dragons and riders, he turns back. For the first time in a long time, Vhagar is not the only answer. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Review “The Red Sowing” is exactly what a penultimate episode should be in this season: not necessarily the biggest battle, but the episode that changes the math before the finale. The strongest thing the episode does is make dragon power feel both miraculous and horrifying. Vermithor is spectacular. Silverwing is joyful. Seasmoke has personality. The final image of Rhaenyra with her dragons is powerful. But the process of getting there is ugly, reckless, and full of dead people who were treated more like applicants than human beings. That is the tension at the center of the episode. Rhaenyra needs riders. Vhagar has changed the entire war. Rook's Rest proved that Team Black cannot keep pretending restraint will save them. But Rhaenyra's solution is not clean. It is desperate, dangerous, and morally compromised. Blake's biggest critique is that the Vermithor sequence is incredible spectacle but not especially tense. The show has already spent too much time pointing at Hugh and Ulf for us to believe they are truly in danger. Once the crowd enters the dragon pit, the scene becomes less “who will survive?” and more “how long until the plot catches up to what we already know?” Mary responds more to the feeling of the dragon-bonding imagery: Rhaenyra reaching out, Hugh touching Vermithor, Ulf's chaotic joy, and the way the dragons finally seem to be choosing their people. The sequence may lack surprise, but it does not lack scale, awe, or personality. The episode also works because it is not only about dragons. Alicent's scenes are quiet but excellent. Oscar Tully gives Harrenhal the kick it badly needed. Jace finally says the thing that has been sitting underneath his story for years. And Aemond's retreat at the end gives the whole season a new tactical shape. Why Is The Episode Called “The Red Sowing”? The title “The Red Sowing” refers to Rhaenyra's attempt to find new dragonriders among people with possible Targaryen blood. She is not planting crops. She is planting power into people the old order never intended to elevate. The “red” part matters because this is not a clean recruitment drive. It is bloody. Many of the people who answer the call are burned, eaten, or trapped inside a ritual they do not fully understand. Rhaenyra gets what she wants, but the cost is enormous. The title also points toward the dragonseeds themselves: people scattered through bloodlines, secrets, brothels, bastardy, and forgotten branches of Targaryen history. Rhaenyra is harvesting that hidden inheritance because the war has made the old rules less useful. That is why “The Red Sowing” is such a strong title. It is about bloodline, bloodshed, and the terrifying idea that dragon power can move outside the royal family's clean little story about itself. The Dragonseeds Explained: Who Claims Dragons In Episode 7? The dragonseeds are people with possible Targaryen or Valyrian blood who may be able to bond with dragons, even if they are not part of the official royal line. In “The Red Sowing,” three riders matter most: Addam of Hull is chosen by Seasmoke before the mass claiming attempt begins. His connection to Corlys and Laenor gives the moment deeper family weight. Hugh Hammer survives Vermithor after stepping forward during the chaos. His Targaryen connection, grief, anger, and physical courage make him the most dramatically serious new rider. Ulf White stumbles into Silverwing almost by accident. His claiming scene is much lighter, stranger, and funnier, but it may also be the most worrying because Ulf is exactly the kind of person Blake does not want handed a dragon. The dragonseeds change the war because they solve Rhaenyra's immediate numbers problem. But they also create a much bigger question: if dragons can choose people outside the royal line, then what actually makes the ruling family special? Vermithor, Hugh, And The Dragon Selection Scene The Vermithor scene is the centerpiece of the episode. It is huge, loud, terrifying, and visually clear. The dragon is enormous. The crowd is completely outmatched. The sound design makes every scrape, breath, and movement feel dangerous. But the scene also has a tension problem. We already know Hugh has been built for something. We already know Ulf has been built for something. The anonymous people around them feel marked for death almost immediately. That means the scene works more as spectacle than suspense. Still, Hugh's moment lands because it tells us something about him. He does not simply hide. He steps forward. He protects someone else. He faces Vermithor with fear, anger, and need all moving through him at once. That is why Hugh feels like the right match for Vermithor. He is not polished. He is not noble in the traditional courtly way. He is wounded, furious, and desperate. Vermithor is not a gentle little symbol of legitimacy. He is raw power. Hugh meeting that power makes sense. Ulf And Silverwing: The Funniest Dragon Claiming Ulf's claiming of Silverwing plays like an accidental miracle. He is not noble. He is not prepared. He is not impressive in the way the dragonkeepers would want. He is terrified, scrambling, and very lucky. That is part of why the scene works. Silverwing feels different from Vermithor. Where Vermithor is all danger and domination, Silverwing feels curious and strangely gentle. Ulf becomes a rider almost by stumbling into the right place at the right time. The joy of Ulf flying over King's Landing matters because it gives the episode a burst of pure dragon fantasy. He is having the time of his life. The problem is that this is exactly why Blake is horrified. Ulf is the HR problem in human form. He gets a dragon and immediately turns into “Ulf the Dragonlord.” That may be fun for one episode. It may be a disaster for everyone later. Team Black Needs A Better HR And Onboarding System Rhaenyra's plan works, but the process is an absolute nightmare. Team Black gathers a bunch of people with possible Targaryen blood, ships them to Dragonstone, gives them almost no meaningful training, watches the dragonkeepers quit in protest, and then sends the whole group into a cave with one of the most dangerous creatures alive. Yes, the war is desperate. Yes, Vhagar is a massive problem. Yes, Rhaenyra needs riders. But this is still an onboarding disaster. The better version of this plan probably involves screening, training, smaller groups, clearer expectations, and maybe not throwing dozens of people into a dragon pit at once. Instead, Rhaenyra creates a “survive the dragon” workplace culture with a very poor benefits package. That is funny, but it also gets to the moral core of the episode. Rhaenyra is becoming more decisive. She is also becoming more willing to spend lives for the cause. That may make her more effective. It may also make her more dangerous. Jace Is Right To Be Worried Jace's frustration with Rhaenyra is not just whining. It is one of the smartest objections in the episode. Jace understands that his claim already depends on people accepting a story. Everyone knows the rumors about his father. Everyone knows he does not look like the old Valyrian ideal. His dragon has always been part of what makes him visibly Targaryen enough to survive the politics around him. Now Rhaenyra is handing that same symbol to common-born riders and unacknowledged bastards. From a wartime perspective, that may be necessary. From Jace's perspective, it undermines one of the few things protecting his future. That is why his question matters: what is he supposed to be after Rhaenyra dies? If dragonriding is no longer exclusive, then his legitimacy problem gets worse, not better. Jace is not wrong to see the generational consequence. Rhaenyra is trying to win the current war. Jace is thinking about the next reign. Alicent At The Lake Alicent's lake scene is one of the best quiet sequences of the episode. She leaves King's Landing, steps away from the Red Keep, and enters a space where she has no council table, no sons demanding power, no father answering her, and no clear role left to play. The image of Alicent floating in the water is beautiful because it is also frightening. For a moment, the show lets us wonder whether she is surrendering, cleansing herself, disappearing, or deciding what comes next. That ambiguity is what makes Alicent so strong this season. She is guilty. She is trapped. She is responsible for much of what happened. But she is also a woman who has watched the system she served strip her of usefulness the moment she became inconvenient. When she sees the bird and moves back toward shore, the scene feels less like an ending and more like a reset. Alicent may not know what she is yet, but she is not finished. Oscar Tully Finally Makes Harrenhal Matter Harrenhal has been weird, atmospheric, and full of strong images all season. But “The Red Sowing” finally gives that storyline a political jolt through Oscar Tully. Oscar arrives as a young lord everyone might underestimate, then immediately proves he understands the room better than Daemon does. He knows the Riverlords hate Daemon. He knows they are bound by oath but disgusted by what has been done in Rhaenyra's name. He knows Daemon needs them more than they need to like him. That is why the scene works. Oscar does not beat Daemon with strength. He beats him with leverage. Daemon has to let Willem Blackwood die because the Riverlords need proof that there will be consequences. It is a brutal public concession. It also may be the first useful thing Daemon has done at Harrenhal in weeks. Sir Simon Strong's reaction makes the whole thing even better. He looks like a man who dressed for a party and accidentally hosted a political execution. Daemon And Viserys: Does He Still Want The Crown? Daemon's vision of Viserys gives the Harrenhal story its emotional point. Viserys appears near the end of his life, broken down by the crown and by the burden of rule. He asks Daemon whether he still wants it. That question is the center of Daemon's whole story. He has spent so much of his life wanting recognition, power, love, and proximity to the throne that he may not know the difference between wanting the crown and wanting to be seen by his brother. Seeing Viserys in that state matters because it strips the crown of romance. The throne is not a prize. It is a burden that eats the person who carries it. The big question is whether Daemon has actually learned anything yet. The episode gives him insight, but insight only matters if it changes what he does next. Aemond Retreats From Rhaenyra's Dragons The ending of “The Red Sowing” is the episode's biggest power shift. Ulf flies Silverwing over King's Landing, and Aemond immediately reacts. He gets on Vhagar and chases the threat back toward Dragonstone. That reaction tells us something important: Aemond is still dangerous, but he is also impulsive enough to chase a provocation. Then he sees what Rhaenyra has built. Multiple dragons. Multiple riders. Rhaenyra standing in ash and confidence. Suddenly, Vhagar does not feel like an automatic win. Aemond turning back is a massive moment because it is one of the first times this season he looks genuinely checked. Not defeated, not broken, but checked. He came looking for prey and found a formation. For Team Black, that image is the victory of the episode. Rhaenyra did something dangerous and costly, but it worked. For now. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Ending Explained The ending of “The Red Sowing” means Rhaenyra has changed the dragon math before the finale. Before this episode, Aemond and Vhagar were the overwhelming military problem. Team Black had dragons, but not enough effective riders to counter the largest dragon in the world. After the Red Sowing, Rhaenyra has Addam on Seasmoke, Hugh on Vermithor, Ulf on Silverwing, and her own Syrax in the field. That does not guarantee victory. It creates deterrence. Aemond sees the new reality and turns Vhagar around because the battlefield no longer belongs to him alone. But the ending also plants future danger. Rhaenyra has given enormous power to people she barely knows. Hugh and Ulf may be useful now, but loyalty, class resentment, legitimacy, and control are all still unresolved. The dragons may help her win the next move and complicate every move after that. What “The Red Sowing” Sets Up Next Episode 7 sets up the Season 2 finale by giving Team Black a dragon advantage and giving everyone else a reason to panic. Rhaenyra finally has the dragonriders she needs, but her methods are becoming more ruthless. Jace sees the long-term legitimacy danger in raising common-born dragonriders. Addam is now publicly tied to Seasmoke and privately tied to Corlys' family secret. Hugh becomes a serious new power by claiming Vermithor. Ulf becomes a chaotic new power by claiming Silverwing. Aemond learns that Vhagar can be deterred when Team Black has multiple dragons on the board. Aegon continues recovering with Larys close by, which may matter if Aemond overreaches. Alicent steps away from King's Landing, but her story clearly is not over. Daemon finally gains the Riverlands, though at the cost of another public compromise. Rhaena continues moving toward the wild dragon in the Vale. Related House Of The Dragon Coverage Continue through Mary & Blake's House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Recap And Episode Guide House Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake Podcast Hub Previous Episode: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 — “Smallfolk” Next Episode: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 8 — “The Queen Who Ever Was” Season 3: House Of The Dragon Season 3 Teaser Reaction More From Mary & Blake Subscribe to House of the Dragon With Mary & Blake for every recap, reaction, listener feedback episode, and deeper discussion as we continue through the Dance of the Dragons. Want bonus podcasts, extended reactions, and community conversation about House of the Dragon, Outlander, The Rings of Power, and everything else Mary & Blake are covering? Join the Nerd Clan community at JoinTheNerdClan.com and support everything Mary & Blake are building. Mary & Blake Media is not affiliated with HBO, Max, Warner Bros. Discovery, George R. R. 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Spoiler note: This House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 review discusses “Smallfolk” in full, including Rhaenyra and Mysaria, Seasmoke choosing Addam, Aemond dismissing Alicent, Daemon's Harrenhal visions, Sir Steffon Darklyn, the King's Landing riot, and the ending. Mary & Blake are TV-first viewers and avoid future Fire & Blood spoilers. In our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 review, we break down “Smallfolk,” an episode that shows what happens when the people under Targaryen rule stop being background noise and start becoming political power. The episode does what House of the Dragon does best: intimate character scenes, sharp emotional reversals, visual mirroring, and power shifting through small choices. But it also exposes one of Season 2's biggest problems: with only two episodes left, some storylines still feel like they are spinning wheels instead of moving with urgency. Mary gave the episode 4.7 flames, while Blake gave it 4.4 flames. The high points are Seasmoke choosing Addam, Aemond becoming more terrifying in power, the smallfolk turning against the Greens, and Daemon being forced to confront his past. The bigger question is whether all of this setup is moving fast enough. Below, you can listen to our full podcast breakdown, watch the video version, read the recap, and follow our related House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage. Listen To Our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 Recap And Reaction Mary & Blake discuss House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 6, “Smallfolk,” including why the show is great at character but shakier with plot, whether the Rhaenyra and Mysaria kiss works, Aemond's cold rise, Alicent's loss of power, Daemon's Harrenhal story, Seasmoke claiming Addam, and why Blake grew up thinking Tampax was candy. Subscribe To Get New House Of The Dragon Episodes APPLE PODCASTS YOUTUBE SPOTIFY House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 Recap: What Happens In “Smallfolk”? “Smallfolk” begins with the pressure inside King's Landing getting worse. The people are hungry, the blockade is working, food is scarce, and anger is beginning to point toward the royal family instead of only toward Rhaenyra. Aemond now rules as Prince Regent and immediately makes his authority felt. He orders Criston Cole toward Harrenhal, tells Alicent she no longer has a place on the council, and wants Otto Hightower brought back. The problem is that Aemond is not simply organized. He is cold, dangerous, and increasingly uninterested in anyone who cannot serve his purpose. At Dragonstone, Rhaenyra continues searching for new dragonriders. Sir Steffon Darklyn attempts to claim Seasmoke because of his distant Targaryen blood, but the ceremony ends in fire. Seasmoke rejects him and later finds Addam, choosing his own rider instead of waiting for one to be presented. Mysaria helps Rhaenyra attack the Greens from below by sending food into King's Landing and spreading rumors among the smallfolk. The plan works. The people turn their hunger into rage, Alicent and Helaena are nearly overwhelmed in the streets, and the Green regime looks weaker than ever. Meanwhile, Daemon remains trapped in Harrenhal's haunted psychology. He sees Viserys again, confronts old guilt, deals with Alys Rivers, and watches the Riverlands situation become more complicated as Lord Grover Tully conveniently dies and the path to moving that plot forward finally opens. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 Review “Smallfolk” is a strange episode because almost everything inside the scenes works, but the episode as a whole can still feel like it is moving too slowly for this late in the season. The character work is strong. Aemond and Alicent's scene is excellent. Larys and Aegon's bedside conversation is one of the episode's best surprises. Rhaenyra and Mysaria create a major emotional and political complication. Seasmoke chasing Addam gives the hour a needed burst of dragon personality. And the riot shows that the war is no longer only about kings, queens, councils, and dragons. But the plot still fumbles in places. Daemon has been at Harrenhal for a long time. The show keeps circling Hugh, Addam, Alyn, Ulf, and the dragonseed setup without always making those characters feel fully alive yet. And with only two episodes left in the season, some of the slow-burn storytelling starts to feel less like patience and more like hesitation. That is why Blake lands lower than Mary on this one. The episode is well made, well acted, and full of strong individual moments. But the larger season engine needs to start paying off the setup faster. Why Is The Episode Called “Smallfolk”? The title “Smallfolk” points to the ordinary people of King's Landing, who become impossible for the ruling families to ignore in this episode. For most of the season, the war has been framed around royal grief, succession, dragon power, and family betrayal. But “Smallfolk” reminds us that every royal choice has a cost below the council table. When the gullet is closed, the people go hungry. When the rich hoard food, the poor eat scraps. When dragons fight, ordinary people burn, starve, riot, and pay the bill. The title also matters because Rhaenyra and Mysaria understand something the Greens keep missing: the smallfolk are not just passive victims. They are a force. Feed them, anger them, scare them, or inspire them, and they can change the political weather of the city. Aemond, Alicent, And The Burden Of Authority Aemond's scene with Alicent is one of the defining scenes of the episode. Alicent tries to mother him, advise him, and remind him that power requires judgment. Aemond responds by making clear that he no longer sees her as useful. That is what makes the moment so cold. He does not explode. He does not need to. He simply removes her from the council and tells her to return to domestic life, as if all her years of political maneuvering were only ever temporary permission granted by men. Alicent helped build the argument that women should not rule. Now that argument has come back for her. She wanted Aegon over Rhaenyra because the realm would not accept a woman. But when Aegon falls and Aemond rises, the men around her do not suddenly make an exception for Alicent. The line about the indignities of Aemond's childhood not yet being sufficiently avenged cuts to the core of him. Aemond has power now, but he is still moving from old wounds. That makes him effective, frightening, and emotionally unreachable. Larys And Aegon Become A Dangerous Pair The Larys and Aegon bedside scene is one of the episode's most interesting surprises. Aegon is broken, burned, vulnerable, and trapped in a body that no longer lets him perform the role of king the way he imagined. Larys knows what that kind of humiliation can do to a person. He speaks to Aegon not only as a manipulator, but as someone who understands what it means to be looked at as damaged, cursed, or less than whole. That does not make Larys good. It makes him more dangerous. He sees the part of Aegon that Aemond underestimates. He knows that a wounded king with a working mind can still be useful. Maybe even more useful, because everyone else may stop looking at him as a threat. Aemond may have taken the regency, but this scene suggests he has made a serious mistake by leaving Aegon alive, underestimated, and emotionally available to Larys Strong. Rhaenyra And Mysaria: Does The Kiss Work? The Rhaenyra and Mysaria kiss is the most debated moment of “Smallfolk,” and Mary and Blake land on the same basic concern from different angles: the emotional need makes sense, but the timing and politics are messy. Rhaenyra is isolated. Daemon is gone. Her council doubts her. Her son challenges her. Her claim is under pressure. Mysaria offers something Rhaenyra has not received enough of lately: belief, attention, and a sense that someone sees her as the queen she wants to be. That emotional intimacy matters. A lingering hug would have made perfect sense. A charged moment where both women realize something is shifting would have made sense too. The kiss, however, creates complications the episode does not fully process yet. Rhaenyra is married. Mysaria is politically useful but not necessarily trustworthy. Rhaenyra's council already questions her judgment. If this relationship becomes known or if Mysaria feels rejected later, the consequences could be serious. That is why the kiss matters beyond shock value. It is not simply about romance. It may be a new vulnerability. Rhaenyra needs connection, but needing connection inside a war can become dangerous fast. Mysaria's Food Plan Turns Hunger Into A Weapon Mysaria's strongest move in the episode is not the kiss. It is the food. She understands the smallfolk because she understands need. She knows that hungry people do not think in abstract claims and royal bloodlines. They think about bread, meat, fish, safety, and whether the people in charge seem to care if they live. Sending food into King's Landing under Rhaenyra's banner is a brilliant political move because it turns the Greens' weakness into Rhaenyra's opportunity. The Greens have the city, but they cannot feed it. Rhaenyra is outside the city, but she can make herself feel present inside it. The riot shows how fragile royal power becomes when the people are hungry. Alicent and Helaena are not attacked because of one clean political idea. They are swallowed by fear, resentment, rumor, and desperation. That is the burden of authority Aemond does not yet understand. Seasmoke Chooses Addam The dragon material in “Smallfolk” works because it gives Seasmoke personality and agency. Rhaenyra tries to solve the dragonrider problem with genealogy. Sir Steffon Darklyn has distant Targaryen blood, courage, and loyalty. He wants the bond to work. The ritual feels sacred and serious. But Seasmoke says no, and the result is brutal. Then Seasmoke finds Addam. That reversal is important because Addam does not claim Seasmoke in the traditional heroic way. Seasmoke claims Addam. The dragon chases him, corners him, studies him, and chooses him. It is funny, terrifying, and much more interesting than a clean ceremony. The likely reason is blood. Addam is connected to Corlys, Laenor, and old Valyria in a way Sir Steffon is not. But the episode does not reduce the moment to math. It lets the dragon make the choice. Addam, Alyn, And The Dragonseed Problem Addam becoming Seasmoke's rider finally gives the Alyn and Addam material a clearer reason to exist. Until now, their scenes have often felt like setup without enough personality. “Smallfolk” changes that because one of them is now tied directly to the dragon war. That does not mean the show has fully solved the problem. Alyn is still mostly defined by silence, shaving his white hair, and carrying resentment around Corlys. Addam has the bigger moment because Seasmoke chooses him, but we still need the show to make him more than “the guy the dragon picked.” Still, the dragonseed lane is now alive. Rhaenyra needs riders. Seasmoke has chosen one. Hugh's hair, Ulf's talk, and the growing focus on smallfolk with possible Targaryen blood are no longer random. The season is pointing toward a much bigger shift in who gets access to dragon power. Hugh Hammer And The Cost Of Hunger Hugh remains one of the most interesting smallfolk pieces because the episode complicates him. Last week, Mary was more in on Hugh because he seemed like a hardworking father trying to care for his sick child. This week, he punches someone and steals food. That does not make him simple. It makes him desperate. Hunger changes people. A sick child changes people. A city under blockade changes people. Hugh is not sitting at a council table talking about sacrifice. He is living inside it. The dog helps his case, though. He pets the ratcatcher's dog, and that matters. In a show full of people who ignore suffering, anyone who is still kind to an animal gets at least one mark in the good column. But Hugh is not just a nice man. He may be someone with enough Targaryen blood to matter, enough anger to be dangerous, and enough experience with the machinery of war to become more than background. Daemon At Harrenhal Needs To Move Forward Daemon's Harrenhal story gives us great moments, but “Smallfolk” is where the patience starts to thin. Seeing Viserys again matters. Daemon being forced back into the throne room, back into the wounds with his brother, and back into the choices that shaped him is emotionally useful. The show is making him confront his original sin: his relationship with Viserys, his hunger for recognition, and his habit of running away from responsibility. Alys Rivers also keeps working as a strange, witchy pressure point. She knows too much, appears when she wants, and seems to understand Harrenhal as more than a castle. Whether she is guiding Daemon, poisoning him, helping him, or simply watching him break, she remains fascinating. But the story needs to connect more strongly to the main season engine now. Daemon's visions cannot stay weird for the sake of weird. They need to change what he does. The good news is that Lord Grover Tully's death may finally move the Riverlands plot into its next phase. Alicent And Helaena In The Riot The riot scene is where the title “Smallfolk” becomes physical. Alicent and Helaena are no longer protected by status, symbols, or the idea that the people will simply endure whatever the crown gives them. The scene has zombie-movie energy because the crowd is not one clean villain. It is hunger, fear, panic, and anger all moving at once. The guards make things worse. A hand gets cut off. Alicent is wounded. Helaena is overwhelmed. The royal family suddenly feels very small inside its own city. Alicent's arm wound also mirrors Rhaenyra's wound from Season 1, when Alicent cut her during the Driftmark confrontation. Then, Rhaenyra was protecting Luke. Now, Alicent is protecting Helaena. The show keeps placing these women in mirrored positions, even as their choices keep them apart. That is the tragedy of Alicent and Rhaenyra. They understand each other more than almost anyone else does. But the war they helped create keeps turning that understanding into pain instead of peace. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 6 Ending Explained The ending of “Smallfolk” matters because Seasmoke choosing Addam changes Rhaenyra's entire problem. At the start of the episode, Rhaenyra thinks she needs to find a person worthy of a dragon. By the end, the dragon has found someone himself. That means the dragonseed question is no longer theoretical. There are people outside the official royal line who may be able to ride dragons, and the dragons may have a say in who those people are. Politically, the ending is also dangerous. If Addam can ride Seasmoke, then Rhaenyra may have access to new power. But that power comes from outside the clean family structure she has been relying on. More riders could help her defeat Vhagar. They could also create new problems of loyalty, legitimacy, and control. For the Greens, the ending is bad news. Aemond has Vhagar and the regency, but Rhaenyra may finally have a path toward balancing the dragon math. What “Smallfolk” Sets Up Next Episode 6 sets up the final stretch of Season 2 by pushing the war below the royal family and into the people, the dragons, and the forgotten bloodlines around them. Rhaenyra gains political momentum with the smallfolk but creates a personal complication with Mysaria. Mysaria proves she may be Rhaenyra's most effective advisor and possibly one of her biggest risks. Addam becomes Seasmoke's new rider, changing Team Black's dragon problem. Alyn remains tied to Corlys and the Driftmark question, but still needs stronger characterization. Hugh becomes more complicated as hunger, family, and possible Targaryen blood keep circling him. Aemond rules with frightening calm and pushes Alicent further out of power. Aegon is wounded but not politically useless, especially with Larys now close to him. Alicent sees how quickly the people can turn when authority fails to feed them. Daemon may finally be forced to move forward after another round of Harrenhal visions. Related House Of The Dragon Coverage Continue through Mary & Blake's House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Recap And Episode Guide House Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake Podcast Hub Previous Episode: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 5 — “Regent” Next Episode: House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 — “The Red Sowing” Season 3: House Of The Dragon Season 3 Teaser Reaction More From Mary & Blake Subscribe to House of the Dragon With Mary & Blake for every recap, reaction, listener feedback episode, and deeper discussion as we continue through the Dance of the Dragons. Want bonus podcasts, extended reactions, and community conversation about House of the Dragon, Outlander, The Rings of Power, and everything else Mary & Blake are covering? 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How art thou Bros? It is the conclusion of our recap of episode 2 of HoTD. We have a strange scene with Aemond at a brothel and it seems he's finding motherly comfort away from his actual mom (probably because Alicent is incapable of doing so). Hugh the blacksmith makes another appearance alluding to the state of the kingdom as well as a future bigger role on the show. Alyn and Addam of Hull have a similar appearance potentially setting up more involvement in some way shape or form in the future. Rhaenyra meets with Mysaria the 'White Worm' to try and uncover her part in the slaying of Jahearys. She admits to giving Daemon names, but also lets Rhaenyra know that she no longer cares about the game, status or pretty much anything. Rhaenyra denies her freedom (for now) as she continues to navigate post Jah death. Juxtaposed to this we see rash action from Aegon as he hangs every rat catcher that works at the keep in order to root out the one that wronged him. Instead of being pragmatic (i.e. Rhaenyra) he acts out of emotion. When Otto questions him he replaces him as hand of the king with dumb dumb Criston Cole... Rhaenyra lets Mysaria leave but on her way out she spots Arryk heading into kill Rhaenyra. An EPIC (and confusing) twin fight ensues as the twins battle with swords. The state of everything continues to deteriorate as the new regimes struggle with their newfound roles and learn the hard way that their actions have dire consequences. Introducing BravBros Members! Offering exclusive access, bonus episodes, monthly Q&A zoom and more! Use the link below to join! https://thebros.memberful.com/join This episode is brought to you by Quince. Spruce up your wardrobe this summer without breaking the bank! Go to Quince.com/bravbros for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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