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House of the Dragon brought Sunfyre back — Chanel & Brandon recap an episode packed with betrayal, poison, and a four-dragon brawl.
On this episode of HOTD on Story Archives, hosts Mario Busto and Zachary Newton discuss the following:Rhaenyra continues fumbling the bag, managing to distance herself from just about everyone who has her best interests in mind, aside from a certain worm. Rhaena gets a warm family reunion and Sheepstealer is met with affection by his new brothers and sisters. Meanwhile, Aegon gets lost in the woods with Larys and Tyland, and eventually gets a to a point where there's no sun, and they're chilling by a fire. Corlys finally gets to have a chat with Ormund and was even nice enough to leave something behind. Alicent meets her son's new girlfriend, and Daeron conspires with his Uncle G while Ulf enjoys a nice Ale by the fire. Keep up with all things Story Archives Official:Website: soapbox.houseEmail: contact@soapbox.houseInstagram: @mariobustoInstagram: @zacharyrnewtonMario's Production Company: 1992films.comJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCThLu7wlygPt3VuHdSRHArQ/join
House of the Dragon is back... and after a divisive second season, Season 3 is finally bringing the fire! In this episode of SuperHero Homies, we break down the first four episodes of House of the Dragon Season 3, discussing the biggest battles, character arcs, political intrigue, dragon action, pacing, theories, and everything that has us excited for the rest of the season. While we had plenty of criticisms of Season 2, these opening episodes feel like a major step in the right direction. The story is moving, the battles are spectacular, and the Dance of the Dragons finally feels like it's building toward the epic conclusion we've been waiting for. FULL SPOILER DISCUSSION This episode contains full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3 Episodes 1-4. In This Episode We Discuss: Our full House of the Dragon Season 3 review Why Season 3 feels much stronger than Season 2 The incredible pacing of the opening episodes Massive battle sequences and dragon action The political maneuvering between rival factions Character motivations and shifting alliances Which characters impressed us the most Why some of the cast feels less complex than previous seasons Our favorite scenes and biggest surprises The strongest action set pieces so far What still isn't working Predictions and theories for the rest of Season 3 Who we think survives... and who probably won't One of our biggest takeaways is that House of the Dragon has recaptured much of the excitement that made us fall in love with this world. The first two episodes feature phenomenal pacing, outstanding action, and some of the biggest moments we've seen since the series began. That said, we don't think everything is perfect. While the spectacle has reached new heights, some of the characters don't feel quite as layered or emotionally compelling as they did in previous seasons. They're far from one-dimensional, but many of the personal conflicts and relationships haven't resonated with us as strongly as they once did. Even with those criticisms, we're having a fantastic time watching this season unfold. These first four episodes have us genuinely excited to see how the Dance of the Dragons reaches its conclusion, and we can't wait to see where the remaining episodes take Rhaenyra, Alicent, Daemon, Aegon, Aemond, Corlys, and the rest of Westeros. Whether you're a longtime Game of Thrones fan, a reader of Fire & Blood, or simply following HBO's biggest fantasy series, this episode is packed with in-depth analysis, theories, predictions, and spoiler-filled discussion. Grab Official SuperHero Homies Merchandise! Support the podcast with t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, and more! https://superherohomies.printify.me/ Subscribe for Weekly Discussions Covering: House of the Dragon Game of Thrones HBO Series Fantasy TV Reviews Movie Reviews Superhero Movies Marvel DC Comics Star Wars Comic Books Video Games Pop Culture News Nerd Culture Podcasts If you enjoy House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones, George R. R. Martin, fantasy television, dragons, HBO series, superhero movies, comic books, and passionate pop culture discussions, subscribe to SuperHero Homies for new episodes every week! #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #GameOfThrones #HouseOfTheDragonSeason3 #HouseOfTheDragonReview #HBO #FireAndBlood #DanceOfTheDragons #Fantasy #TVReview #GeorgeRRMartin #PopCulture #SuperHeroHomies
We've got a Hightower of mail to get through this week for House of the Dragon, Season Three, Episode Six, “Faceless Men”. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron hear the concerns of the realm, from the fate of Corlys to the history of Alys Rivers to Rhaenyra's romantic entanglements. And as always, if you're a book reader (or simply not averse to spoilers), stick around for Maester's Corner—our spoiler section—where Acolyte Max joins Ser A.Ron to compare the ancient scrolls of GRRM with what Ryan Condal and company have cooked up this season. 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
We've got a Hightower of mail to get through this week for House of the Dragon, Season Three, Episode Six, “Faceless Men”. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron hear the concerns of the realm, from the fate of Corlys to the history of Alys Rivers to Rhaenyra's romantic entanglements. And as always, if you're a book reader (or simply not averse to spoilers), stick around for Maester's Corner—our spoiler section—where Acolyte Max joins Ser A.Ron to compare the ancient scrolls of GRRM with what Ryan Condal and company have cooked up this season. 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
Het seizoen nadert zijn einde en er lijkt weinig te gebeuren. Toch is niet minder dan het lijkt, want de kaarten worden flink herschud. Hoe staat het ervoor met het leiderschap van de Koningin? Wat zijn de motieven van Alys? Waar is Corlys en wat gebeurt er met hem? Dit, alles wat je wil weten over netstrijdvlegels en meer hoor je in deze aflevering!
SPOILER ALERT Criston Cole wanted a blaze-of-glory death song. Instead, he got arrows and immediate irrelevance. This week on Thumb War, we're breaking down House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 6: Faceless Man or The Butcher's Ball?, aka the episode Rachel correctly renames The Hubris and the Humbling. We get into the Butcher's Ball, Black Aly shutting Criston Cole up, Alicent and Helaena being absolutely terrible at escaping, Rhaenyra trying royal customer service and hating every second of it, Daemon badly hiding his extremely white hair under a helmet, and the mysterious “Faceless Man” who may just be some guy. Plus: Rhaena's missing Sheepstealer scene, Jeyne Arryn's Moon Door hobby, Mysaria getting ruthless, Corlys and Alyn's daddy issues, Aegon asking if he's a bad man, Tyland joining the world's funniest grave-digging trio, and Alice Rivers casually revealing five dragon eggs. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Daeron isn't just being raised by Ormund Hightower — he's being molded into one. On this episode of Scene N Nerd, Sarah and Will break down HOTD 3x06 ("Faceless Men") from the shocking cold open all the way through the Harrenhal seduction, and there's a lot to get through. We open with Ser Criston Cole's genuinely unceremonious death — ambushed by the "dead" river lords in a moment that plays almost like a Robb Stark callback — before digging into the episode's real gut-punch: Daeron's cousin Ormund grooming him into a puppet king while teaching him to see his own Targaryen blood as the "tainted" half of who he is. We also get his actual uncle, Gwayne, showing up as a completely different kind of family — and a much-needed reality check for both of them. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:49 – Cold open: Ser Criston Cole's unceremonious death 07:43 – Ormund & Daeron: the abuse subtext nobody's talking about 10:14 – Molding Daeron into the "puppet king" 11:02 – Hightower cousins: the friction behind the throne 12:31 – Does Daeron actually know he's being played? 13:24 – "Closest and farthest thing from a Targaryen" 14:39 – The assassins, the "stink" payoff, and Gwayne's hero moment 18:07 – Corlys, Alyn, and the fight over the Velaryon name 21:45 – Baela, Addam, and the "very dutiful" line 25:12 – Aegon & Larys: a villain with humor, finally hearing the truth 27:48 – Team Alicent: caught, punished, and the pregnancy reveal 29:48 – Helena's visions pay off — Aemond found at Harrenhal 34:33 – Team "Cursed": Alys Rivers, dragon eggs, and Harrenhal's history 37:25 – Hugh's disguised visit to his wife in Tumbleton 39:45 – Alyn, Hugh, and Team Black's shaky dragonriders 41:48 – Rhaenyra, the throne, and the self-inflicted theme 43:53 – Daemon's indigestion joke and his impulsive streak in King's Landing 45:37 – Closing out: the Valyrian bloodline and the family tree jokes. Follow Sarah on social media at @sjbelmont and Will at @willmpolk. Follow Scene N Nerd on X, Blue Sky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, and visit SceneNNerdPodcast.com. Rate, follow, and leave a comment on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
House of the Dragon just killed off two major players — Chanel , Brandon and Sharmane recap the brutal "Butcher's Work" and the death nobody saw coming.
Jason and Rosie cover a packed episode: Criston Cole is killed in the Riverlands by Black Aly (Alicent Blackwood), Alicent and Helaena are pulled from the Red Keep's walls, and the small council splits over torching Tumbleton, with Daemon and Rhaenyra clashing hard. Lord Borros snubs the queen and sends a mysterious "belt" instead of himself. Rhaenyra's tense reunion with Alicent turns manipulative, Corlys tips off Alyn that Tyland Lannister survived the Gullet, and Aemond insists on leaving Harrenhal to find Vhagar. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of Story Archives, Mario and Zach review S3, E6 Titled 'Faceless Men', in which the guys admire Rhaenyra's brilliant decision making and her absolutely effective repeated convos w/ Alicent. We also get a feel for what Alys is really aiming to do with Aemond, see an incredibly heart-warming reunion between Ser Hugh and his wife who was absolutely delighted to see him. We join Ser Ulf for some brews at the pub and Daemon as he takes a stroll with his incredibly dutiful gold cloaks. Over in Tumbleton, Ormund continues his really great job of raising Daeron and welcomes his cousin with open arms, whose just as happy to see him. Oh, and Corlys is definitely not captured by the dude with the bowl cut who definitely didn't magically teleport across Westeros with the perfect intel to grab him. Did I mention Baela is in deep mourning over Jace and taking a solemn oath of fidelity and abstinence? Tune in for all of this and more on this episode of Story Archives.Keep up with all things Story Archives Official:Website: soapbox.house Email: contact@soapbox.houseInstagram: @mariobustoInstagram: @ZacharyrnewtonMario's Production Company: 1992films.comJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCThLu7wlygPt3VuHdSRHArQ/join
Hey Nerds! Join Denise, Shawna and David as we discuss House of the Dragon season 3. From Daemon remembering he has children to Corlys remembering he left his oven on a home; nothing seems to be going as planned for team Black. For team Green, some new blood has been injected into the fight while Criston would really like to see his removed from his body.
It's almost like 'House of the Dragon' finally remembered how to play the game of thrones.With key characters making the competent moves Ebube always knew they were capable of, he returns to the fold to convene his council of competent analysts: Afam and Soonen. Now that Criston Cole's fate is sealed, they might have to find someone else they can love to hate.They begin with a full retrospective on the enigma that is Ser Criston (2:05) while praising Loni Peristere's impeccable directing (9:09). They then go on to discuss Alicent's new set of troubles (22:28), Rhaenyra's new stressors (32:10) and the chaos that was this week's Tumbleton storyline (44:50). They also talk about Baela's new groove (58:48), Alys' new moves (1:06:28) and what the heck is up with Corlys (1:18:13), among several other pressing matters.Does it get any better than this?You can support us hereAlso Available on YouTube.Host: Ebube UbochiGuests: Afam and SoonenProduction by: Ebube Ubochi
#houseofthedragon #gameofthronesuniverse Chaos continues in King's Landing as threats and opposition to Rhaenyra's reign continue to grow. Daemon's trip to the Vale results in more than collecting gold from Lady Arryn. Corlys shifts some of his responsibilities in order to put distance between himself and the Queen. The Hightower host in Tumbleton causes tension and places a particular family in harm's way. Aegon's pride continues to place him and Larys in unnecessary danger. Ormund makes a bold declaration regarding the Throne.
David and Jean dig into listener feedback on "Tumbleton," with voicemails and messages from community members and fellow podcasters. The conversation covers the moral and tactical questions around Ormond's garrison strategy, the disturbing picture the show is building of who Ormond really is and what his hold over Daeron reveals about power and abuse, and Corlys once again putting his own agenda ahead of everyone depending on him. The episode closes with Military Corner, David's new segment breaking down the battlefield positions of the Blacks and the Greens and what the uncommitted forces in the Stormlands could mean for the war ahead.Contact UsQuestions or comments? Send emails to: hotd@thelorehounds.comOr, send us a voicemail! You can use the voicemail tool on our website, thelorehounds.com/contact OR record a note on your smartphone and email it to us at the same address.Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliateshttps://linktr.ee/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the fourth episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, "Tumbleton." They discuss Daemon discovering Rhaena's secret, Alyn's new responsibilities, and the rising tensions in both King's Landing and Tumbleton. (00:00) Intro (07:10) Opening Snapshot (26:44) Opening credits update (28:37) Taking over Tumbleton (34:23) Bath time with Ormund Hightower (46:35) The black council considers the Ormund conundrum (54:46) Rhaenyra seeks Ormund intel from Alicent (01:06:58) Corlys grants Alyn his seat (01:11:01) Aegon and Larys find sweet Sunfyre (01:19:59) Criston and Gwayne reach Harrenhal (01:29:43) Alyn and Rhaenyra bond (01:33:23) Aegon and Larys reach Rook's Rest (01:33:40) Turmoil in Tumbleton (01:41:11) Hugh implores Rhaenyra to send him to Tumbleton (01:42:48) Ulf's graffiti stroll (01:45:23) Kat's family appeals to Ormund (01:46:57) Rhaenyra consults Orwyle on the Faith (01:54:03) Daemon treats with Lady Jeyne (01:57:57) Daemon discovers Rhaena's secret (02:11:14) Ormund's meltdown (02:16:28) Ulf's request (02:27:36) Aegon kisses the boot (02:30:07) Daemon gifts Rhaenyra … a charred head (02:38:05) Oh boy, Helaena is pregnant (02:42:51) Ormund forces Daeron to bloody his blade (02:50:06) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We are back with our review of the latest episode of House Of The Dragon, "Tumbleton"!!! And we had to bring in our special guest, the legendary Tahoe TV of So Shameless and Hard Or Soft fame!!!!! Thank you for watching!!!FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/for-all-nerds-show--5649266/support.FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsFor All Nerds Show is a member of the LoudSpeakers Network (https://soundcloud.com/loudspeakersnetwork) and is published every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Google Play Music, and iHeartRadio. Visit http://ForAllNerds.Com for more greatness. Email us at: contact at forallnerds dot com
Ormund Hightower finally shows his hand, and it's worse than anyone at Dragonstone imagined. In this clip from our Episode 4 watchalong, Justin breaks down the quiet, unnerving hour that turns House of the Dragon's newest villain loose.
RHAENYRA IS ON THE IRON THRONE, AND SHE'S BROKE AS A JOKE! Emily Hanks and I (like every other Sunday) are BACK to talk about some reality TV and a TON of other things you'd never expect us to rant about! On this part of the weekly wrap-up: we're talking about the past three episodes of House of the Dragon, including Corlys having BIG NERVE, Rhaenyra getting a win AND A LOSS, Alicent ready to GO, and more! THIS IS PART TWO OF A TWO PART EPISODE! DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify! Follow Emily on Instagram! Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday! *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee? CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT! *** New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly! DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! FOLLOW ME ON THREADS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Washington Rises, Westeros Crawls, and Jubilee Steals the Damn Show This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl talk Young Washington, a good but slower week for House of the Dragon, and the absolute mutant madness of X-Men '97 Season 2. Spoiler alert: Jubilee is bad ass, and the boys are very much here for it. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Supergirl/Sony Catchup: 4:50 Young Washington: 24:31 House of the Dragon (Season 2 Episode 3): 31:46 X-Men ’97 (Season 2 Episodes 1-4): 40:49 Supergirl and Sony Follow-Up Supergirl gets a quick follow-up after last week's conversation, with the focus on whether the new DCU is starting to build real momentum or still asking fans to trust the larger plan. There are pieces that could work, but the bigger question is whether those creative choices are actually landing yet. Sony's continued move away from physical media raises bigger questions for collectors, gamers, and fans who still care about owning what they buy. As entertainment keeps shifting toward digital libraries and platform control, the concern becomes whether fans are buying permanent access or just renting permission. Young Washington Release Date: July 3, 2026 Runtime: 122 minutes Director: Jon Erwin Writers: Jon Erwin, Tom Provost, and Diederik Hoogstraten Based On: The early life and military career of George Washington during the French and Indian War Studios: Wonder Project, 2521 Entertainment, 10 Ton Productions, and Red 56 Distributor: Angel Studios Summary: Young Washington follows George Washington before he became the Father of the Nation, focusing on his early military failures, his ambition, and the frontier conflict that helped shape the man he would become. The film tracks Washington as he is pulled into the French and Indian War, forced to deal with shifting alliances, dangerous mistakes, and the brutal reality of leadership before he is truly ready for it. Main Cast: William Franklyn-Miller as Young George Washington Mary-Louise Parker as Mary Washington Kelsey Grammer as Lord Fairfax Andy Serkis Ben Kingsley Production Notes: Directed and co-written by Jon Erwin, Young Washington arrives as a historical war drama built around the making of George Washington rather than the myth of George Washington. The film leans into the mistakes, pressure, and survival instincts of a young man caught in a conflict much bigger than himself. A sequel titled 1776 is already in development, continuing Washington's story into the American Revolution. Rating, Out of 10 Pawns Really Have a Way of Taking Down a King Brian: 8/10 Darryl: DWN House of the Dragon (HBO / Max) House of the Dragon, Season 3 Episode 3 Title: Rhaenyra Triumphant Air date: July 5, 2026 Based On: Fire & Blood by George R. R. Martin Created By: Ryan Condal and George R. R. Martin Summary: Rhaenyra's hold on King's Landing is already starting to look more fragile than victorious. The city is starving, the treasury is gone, and ruling from the Iron Throne is proving to be very different from claiming it. While Rhaenyra tries to stabilize her rule, Daemon pushes for harsher action, Corlys fights for the future of his family, and the supposed Daeron situation becomes another political mess inside an already broken war. The episode is good, but slower this week, spending more time on fallout, legitimacy, and court tension than dragon fire or battlefield momentum. It is very much a table-setting episode, but the pieces it moves could matter a lot as the Dance keeps getting uglier. Main Cast: Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower Steve Toussaint as Corlys Velaryon Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower Ewan Mitchell as Aemond Targaryen Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon II Targaryen Rating out of 5, Fake Targaryens Does Not a Fun Episode Make Brian: 3.4/5 Darryl: 3.25/5 X-Men '97 (Disney+) X-Men '97, Season 2 Episodes 1-4 Air date: Season 2 premiered July 1, 2026, with new episodes releasing weekly on Disney+ Episode 4 Title: Rise of Apocalypse – Part II Based On: Marvel Comics' X-Men and X-Men: The Animated Series Developed By: Beau DeMayo Summary: X-Men '97 Season 2 picks up after the chaos of Season 1 by throwing the team into an even bigger, weirder, and more comic-book-ass corner of mutant history. With the X-Men scattered across time and Apocalypse looming large over the season, the show wastes no time going huge with the stakes, the emotion, and the deep-cut Marvel madness. Through the first four episodes, this season is already firing on all cylinders. The action is big, the character work is sharp, and the show continues to understand exactly why people love the X-Men. Jubilee, in particular, comes out looking like an absolute bad ass, bringing the kind of energy that makes this feel like peak Saturday morning cartoon nostalgia smashed together with modern serialized storytelling. Main Voice Cast: Ray Chase as Cyclops Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey Cal Dodd as Wolverine Lenore Zann as Rogue George Buza as Beast Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm A. J. LoCascio as Gambit Holly Chou as Jubilee Production Notes: X-Men '97 continues the legacy of X-Men: The Animated Series while pushing the story into darker, stranger, and more ambitious territory. Season 2 is leaning hard into time displacement, Apocalypse, mutant survival, and big emotional swings, while still keeping the colorful, fast-moving, comic-book energy that made Season 1 such a monster hit. Rating Episode 1-4 out of 10, Character Assassination Does Not Exist In the Danger Room, Does it! Brian: 8.99/10 Darryl: 9/10 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!
Morgan Schulz returns to the show to break down an emotional HYROX World Championships in Stockholm.She shares the full story behind her asthma flare-up that forced her to withdraw from the Elite 15 singles race, the difficult decision to continue racing doubles the next day, and the medical issues she experienced after crossing the finish line.Morgan also talks about the support she received from fellow athletes, the challenge of balancing health with elite competition, her plans to get healthy for the fall season, and whether she and Kat will race the new Elite 15 series.Finally, we discuss the future of HYROX, race tickets and the Elite 15 license system, the Chicago Bears, true crime documentaries, and life away from racingLindsay BessegatoLindsay joins the show to talk about her journey from competitive hockey and CrossFit to becoming one of Canada's top HYROX athletes.She discusses qualifying for the Elite 15, representing Team Canada, working with coach Cole Sager, and why Miami was one of the toughest races of her career as she dealt with significant health challenges.Lindsay also opens up about years of underfueling, disordered eating, and the process of rebuilding her health while learning to fuel performance instead of chasing a certain body image. She explains how that has changed her training, confidence, and outlook heading into the HYROX World Championships.Finally, we talk about racing doubles and relays at Worlds, balancing strength with endurance, social media, sponsorships, and her goals for the future.House Of The Dragon Season 3 Episode 3Rhaenyra's difficult first days as queen.Daemon's confrontation with Ormund Hightower.The reveal of Daeron Targaryen and his dragon.Why everyone seems willing to challenge Rhaenyra.Corlys confronts Rhaenyra over legitimizing his sons.The growing role of Alicent as Rhaenyra's advisor.The rat crisis, the smallfolk, and ruling the realm.Ulf, Hugh Hammer, and the newest dragonriders.The Tumbleton campaign and what comes next.Winners, losers, and predictions after Episode 3.Today's episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run smoothly, Wodify delivers. From scheduling and programming to performance tracking and milestone celebrations, all the tools you need are built right in.Book a demo here.Today's episode is sponsored by Metl. MetL™ stands for honesty and health. Every ingredient is listed clearly, no fillers, no hidden sugars, no gimmicks. It's more than a beverage; it's a movement redefining what it means to stay energized, for kids, parents, and future generations. Learn more at metldrink.comAlso by Stryd – Personalized Run Training. Powered by the Best Data. Experience the future of running with our most advanced power meter yet, combined with Adaptive Training.Listen on Apple or SpotifySupport us through The Cup Of CoffeeFollow Hybrid Fitness Media on IG
Rhaenyra may have claimed the Iron Throne, but Episode 3 shows that ruling is far more difficult than winning it. Diana and Sam discuss the realities of leadership as Rhaenyra faces impossible choices, political pressure, and growing tensions with allies like Daemon and Corlys. They also explore what it means to rule with compassion in a kingdom at war, the Greens' next move, and whether Rhaenyra's ideals can survive the challenges ahead. Plus, they wrap up with Rapid Fire, the Question of the Day, and TV & Movie recommendations. 00:00 -: Rhaenyra's leadership challenges amidst war and personal struggles 01:06 - Rhaenyra's handling of rule during wartime and her inherited problems 02:11 - Rhaenyra's emotional resilience and her perception of divine favor 03:30 - Her decision-making process and adaptation to reality 05:07 - Rhaenyra's desire to be remembered as a legitimate and compassionate ruler 06:10 - Contrasts between Rhaenyra's and Daemon's visions of power 08:52 - The significance of family legacy, hypocrisy, and the strategic moves of the Greens 12:02 - Rhaenyra's human moments and her vulnerability, including her personal struggles 14:17 - Political strategy and the manipulation behind the scenes 20:29 - The emotional toll of leadership, including her breakdown and burden 22:54 - The external threat: Ormund and the scattered Greens 26:35 - Family, legacy, and the challenges of succession 31:57 - The Greens' fractured leadership and the growing war outside King's Landing 38:10 - The weight of the crown and impossible choices 41:37 - Rapid Fire: biggest threat, biggest surprise, favorite moment, and predictions 48:30 - Question of the Day: Would you rather be respected because people fear you or because people believe in you? 53:05 - TV & Movie Recommendations 59:08 - Closing thoughts and sign-off TV & Movie Recommendations Worst Roommate Ever (Netflix) Silo (Apple TV+) Gone Girl Dutton Ranch The Bear Breaking Bad
House of the Dragon S3E3 Review: SPOILER ALERT Rhaenyra has King's Landing… but she might also be losing her mind. This week on Thumb War, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 3, aka what Rachel calls Rhaenyra's Unraveling. The Red Keep is haunted, the music is screaming, everyone is starving, Corlys is furious, Daemon wants to burn the world down, and Rhaenyra decides the best way to win over the nobles is to serve them a beautiful feast of rats. Rachel loved the episode's descent into Targaryen madness. Jason thinks the show keeps cutting away from the exact moments we need to see — especially when dragons are involved. We get into the Ormund Hightower standoff, Alicent and Rhaenyra's weird little soul connection, whether Team Black is falling apart, and why someone needs to make a Downton Abbey-style House of the Dragon episode set entirely in the Red Keep kitchen. Full spoiler recap is up now. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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#houseofthedragon #gameofthronesuniverse Rhaenyra's reign as Queen begins awash in dilemmas and deficiencies as she realizes how Aegon's rule and defection have caused King's Landing to suffer. Corlys reacts in anger when a request is not given the attention he desires. Daemon's handling of the Hightower host (led by Ormund) has extreme consequences. Rhaenyra seeks counsel from an unlikely source, and is disturbed by the advise she received.
Rhaenyra finally has the Iron Throne, and it immediately starts falling apart. Tim and Mike break down House of the Dragon S3E3, "Rhaenyra Triumphant": the fake Daeron con at Tumbleton, an empty treasury, a furious High Septon, and Corlys getting royally screwed after everything he's sacrificed for her. Plus: Daemon's pitch to skip the politics and just conquer the world, the period scene the whole internet is debating, and a Princess Bride bit nobody saw coming.New here? Watchers on the Couch is a deeply unserious podcast for people who don't take the shows they watch too seriously. Leave us a rating if you're enjoying the show! It genuinely helps!SocialsBlueskyMastodonTim's Book "The Lightless Moon and the Starfall Horror: A Sword and Sorcery Tale" is out now. For more information visit: https://timpickerill.com/lightless-moon/
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the third episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, “Rhaenyra Triumphant.” They break down everything from Ormund's scheming with a fake Daeron to Rhaenyra's rough first day at the office.(00:00) Intro(05:53) Opening Snapshot(25:21) Daemon forces Ormund's “surrender” [wink wink](38:04) Opening credits update(41:57) Rhaenyra begins a normal one(55:17) Rhaenyra meets “Daeron”(01:17:13) Small Councils and empty coffers(01:31:28) Rhaenyra recants her pledge to Alicent(01:41:56) Mysaria's to-do list grows(01:47:15) A frosty meeting with the High Septon(01:54:05) Corlys makes his ask(01:57:47) Seeking some midnight cuddles(01:59:27) A moon blood interruption(02:04:42) Hearing petitions(02:08:14) The Small Council continues to bicker(02:1034) Knighting the seeds(02:12:51) Alicent guides—and warns—Rhaenyra(02:15:42) A ratty dinner is served(02:21:08) Daemon shares his simple platform: We're gods(02:28:14) Corlys and Rhaenyra argue(02:34:25) The Faeron and Tumbleton reveals(02:41:19) Book spoilers!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rhaenyra Triumphant? How and Where??? Welp, Tatiana and Porshea are back, and this week they welcome BenHaMeen back to Castle Black to discuss everything that is going on in the world of Westeros!!Thank you for watching!!! FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/for-all-nerds-show--5649266/support.FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsFor All Nerds Show is a member of the LoudSpeakers Network (https://soundcloud.com/loudspeakersnetwork) and is published every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Google Play Music, and iHeartRadio. Visit http://ForAllNerds.Com for more greatness. Email us at: contact at forallnerds dot com
Rhaenyra finally has the throne — now she has to figure out how to keep it. Justin and Greg break down the most unexpected episode of the season so far, as the show slows down to ask what winning actually costs.
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon'! They start off by dissecting the immense pressure on Rhaenyra's shoulders in this episode, then get into the stereotypes of the Targaryen madness, and finally help us answer the biggest question of the episode: Was Daeron Targaryen, in fact, well met?(00:00) Intro(01:36) CR's recap(04:19) Is this the best episode of ‘House of the Dragon'?(10:14) The pressures of the crown(13:50) The humor in this episode(16:54) Targaryen lineage and the madness(22:32) Matt Smith's performance in this episode(25:16) Daemon and Rhaenyra speak of the future(27:18) Seeking counsel from Alicent(31:50) Viserys's complicated legacy(35:12) Have we seen the real Daeron?(40:55) Corlys and the issue of bastards(45:54) Rhaenyra sucks at diplomacy(49:34) The scheming of Ormund Hightower(50:57) Westeros Geography Corner Part 2(53:25) Hunting for the usurpers(57:14) The Faith and the queenHosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Jamie YukichSocial: Jomi AdeniranSet Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu MehraAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack Rhaenyra's first days on the Iron Throne in Season 3, Episode 3. First, they welcome back Co-Head Writer/Executive Producer Sara Hess and Director/Executive Producer Clare Kilner to talk about creating this unique episode. Then, they talk with Steve Toussaint (Lord Corlys Velaryon) about Corlys's request to Rhaenyra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the first time this season, Lady Kirby and Lord Corey's schedules aligned so that they could actually watch this week's episode together! Which means you get the first of hopefully many INSTANT REACTION eps this season! this episode is brought to you by CoreyWritesForYou.com where among other things, you could've heard this episode right after it was recorded last night.... FOR FREE!! Show notes below brought to you by our friends at Riverside! Topics Discussed: The episode's superiority over previous seasons and its evolving twists Renera's political and emotional struggles as a new ruler Her strategies and missteps with key characters like Corlys, Joffrey, and the Sea Snake The theme of out-of-touch leadership exemplified by Renera compared to historical political figures The use of subtle political maneuvers, like the gangster move of seizing resources Character dynamics, especially Renera's rising doubts and potential betrayal risks Behind-the-scenes details about production, continuity, and the significance of visual storytelling Personal reflections on the political themes presented in a fictional context
House of the Dragon has returned, and it's better than ever! Join us LIVE every Monday at 12pm ET to break down House of the Dragon Season 3 and discuss what's going on in Westeros as well as to point out all the Easter Eggs.This week, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 3 and dive into all of our theories on the rest of the season. (00:00:00) Intro(00:02:00) Whatcha Watchin? - X-Men '97, Cape Fear(00:07:00) House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 3 Reactions(00:09:00) House of the Dragon Season 3 Ending Explained(00:10:00) Daeron Targaryen Swap(00:16:00) No Money in King's Landing!(00:23:00) Rhaenyra and Her Rats(00:30:00) Corlys and Rhaenyra Falling Out(00:40:00) Can Rhaenyra Trust Daemon?(00:46:00) Ormund Hightower's Master Plan(00:52:00) House of the Dragon Season 3 TheoriesCheck out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews!
Poor Rae Rae. She is now on the Iron Throne, but the job is not finished. house party, check! Blessing of the Throne, check! Blessing those who helped get me here, not so good! Rae abandoned her Dragon Stone council and may have possibly lost one of her last trusted members, Corlys. Rhae knights the bastards, but does not legitimize Addam as a Velyarian and this will have ongoing issues. We discuss taking out Daeron without true confirmation. Rhaenyra's grade as Queen her first day out and much more!
"I do not dream of labour" — Rhaenyra TargaryenThe princess has finally become the queen, and the guys are having a field day with the beautifully written — beautifully directed too — chaos. Ebube sets up a new Black council with Afam and Soonen for Rhaenyra, but not without first flying in Pete Peppers for some wisdom on governance.The team can't help but sink their teeth into Ormund's clever gambit and all its potential repercussions, before getting into everything from Rhaenyra's goals to her stress, as well as the voices pulling her in different directions. They also talk about Corlys' gripes and Rhaenyra's desperate needs for a new queensguard, the full list of people she needs to keep happy in order to rule, and the role her relationship with Alicent plays in all the current drama.Remember, sis; you prayed for this job.You can support us hereAlso available on YouTubeHost: Ebube UbochiGuests: Afam, Soonen and Pete PeppersProduction by: Ebube Ubochi
Join Diana and Sam as we break down a deeply emotional and pivotal episode of House of the Dragon, where grief, power, and ambition collide in devastating ways. From Rhaenyra's heartbreaking loss to her long-awaited rise to the Iron Throne, this episode explores the true cost of victory and what it means to claim power in a fractured realm. We dive into standout performances, Daemon's return to action, shocking political shifts, the fallout from major deaths, and the rising tensions across both the Blacks and Greens. As alliances shift and dragons return to the field, Westeros edges closer to full collapse. Join us for rapid fire, question of the day and TV/Movie Recs! Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Introduction & Episode Overview 02:14 Rhaenyra's grief and emotional collapse (Jace's death aftermath) 08:27 Otto Hightower's fate and political shockwaves 14:07 Daemon's return to action and battlefield presence 18:48 The Queen Takes the Throne (major turning point) 20:20 Alicent, Helaena, and fractures within the Greens 28:05 Aegon, Aemond, and shifting power dynamics 39:11 Corlys, Alyn, Addam & the Velaryon family reunion 43:14 Dragons, dragonseeds, Rhaena, Sheepstealer & side characters 47:21 Themes: loss, vengeance, power & sacrifice 52:12 Rapid Fire 58:18 Question of the Day 1:03:30 TV & Movie Recommendations 1:07:40 Closing Thoughts & Sign Off Website: www.screensinfocus.comEmail: screensinfocus@gmail.com Instagram: @screensinfocusFacebook: Screens in FocusTikTok: Screens in FocusYouTube: Screens in Focus Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations: Google Voice: (669) 223-8542 Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com
#houseofthedragon #gameofthronesuniverse Rhaenyra retreats after her latest loss. Alicent works to keep her agreement with Rhaenyra intact. Corlys makes a long overdue decision while pondering the cost of victory. Rhaena seeks asylum with an unsympathetic host. Aemond finds himself in trouble when his trip to Harrenhal hits a snag. Rhaenyra and Daemon follow through on the plan.
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the second episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, ”Queen's Landing.” They break down everything from Aemond's arrival at Harrenhal to Rhaenyra's arrival at King's Landing. (00:00) Intro (06:39) Opening Snapshot (20:57) Opening Credits Check-in (23:11) Mopping Up the Gullet (27:55) Rhaenyra Receives Jace's Body (45:09) Rhaena and Sheepstealer Return to the Vale (54:04) A Post-Fishfeed Musical Interlude (01:04:14) Daemon and Alys Say an Ominous Farewell (01:16:49) The Search for Corlys (01:29:26) Aegon and Larys Make Their Escape (01:33:40) Alicent Springs Into Action (01:44:23) Aemond Takes Harrenhal—At a Cost (01:51:05) Daemon Shares Choice Words With the Seeds and Mysaria (02:00:29) Daemon Reminds Rhaenyra of Their Purpose (02:06:56) The Blacks Fly to King's Landing (02:09:48) Taking the Red Keep (02:18:00) Rhaenyra Takes a Head—and a Throne (02:31:08) Book Spoilers! Explore the exclusive collection at Target.com. Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Spoilers, obviously. Dragons, definitely. Sensible decisions? Not so much. House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 2 gave us grief, dragons, snot, Shakespearean drama, Aemond chaos, Daemon's terrible management style, and ravens apparently running on 5G. We're breaking down the whole episode — Rhaenyra's spiral, Aemond at Harrenhal, Larys and Aegon, Alice Rivers, Corlys' family mess, and whether the show is pushing Rhaenyra toward full Mad Queen territory. Watch/listen now. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We've officially arrived at “Queen's Landing” in Episode 2 of House of the Dragon with our brother Anthony from Talkin Ish: A Podcast Amongst Friends, and there is so much to unpack. From Emma D'Arcy delivering an Emmy-m worthy performance, to Rhaena searching for a place of refuge, to Alicent staying busy behind the scenes, where do we even begin?Team Green continues to stack up the well deserved L's, and we're not complaining. We also got a rare, beautiful moment with Corlys and his family enjoying some peace on the beach, a much needed breather after the battle.What did you think of this week's episode? Drop your favorite moments, biggest takeaways, and your wildest theories in the comments!
Season 3 of House of the Dragon continues to roll along - Daemon leaves the Riverlands to return to Dragonstone, Baela and Alyn bond while looking for Corlys, and King's Landing is taken. Mike and Justin break it all down. The Socials:YouTube: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@moviepunditrypodcast7930Twitter: @movie_punditry@mikeymo1741@RDellBurnsThreads:@mikeymo1741@rdell47Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/MoviePunditryEmail:moviepunditry@outlook.comRandom Rewatch Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/mikeymo1741/list/random-rewatch/Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the copyright act 1978, allowance is made for "fair use" for purpose such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Any quoted media remains the property of the copyright holder. The opinions contain within are those of Movie Punditry. There is no paid content on this channel. Closing Music Cinematic Battle by REDProductions via Pixabay.com
Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are primed and ready to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon'! They start off with a very helpful, and beautiful, map of Westeros and touch on where all our characters are currently. Then they dive into the epic throne room scene, Aemond in Harrenhal, and the wonderful adventures of Aegon and Larys.(00:00) Intro(01:27) CR's Recap(07:00) Westeros Geography Corner(14:00) The Movements of the New Dragon Riders(15:54) Alys the Witch and Harrenhal(24:19) Aemond in Harrenhal(25:00) Rhaenyra and the Throne Room(28:08) A Brief History of Otto Hightower(31:56) Rhaenyra's Public Test(33:57) Aegon and Larys on the Road(34:38) Alicent is Going Through It(37:13) Corlys and His Remaining Family(38:13) The Reactions to Jace's death(40:40) The Prophecy and the Targaryen Lineage(44:14) The Mysaria Dynamic(47:12) Where Does Aegon Go From Here?Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna RobinsonProducers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott LeeSocial: Jomi AdeniranSet Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu MehraAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
They've gone and done it now, haven't they? They pissed off the Dragon Queen. And for that, heads WILL roll.For the second episode of 'House of the Dragon' Season 3, Ebube, Afam and Soonen dissect the aftermath of the Battle of the Gullet, note the subtle and not-so-subtle differences between Aemond and Daemon, and rave about Emma D'Arcy's incredible acting.They talk about the incredible loses incurred by Corlys, Alicent's brazen plans, Mysaria's place in Rhaenyra and Daemon's marriage, and the fact that Alys will definitely have a bigger role to play in what's to come. They also briefly comment on Ironrod's idiocy and try to decide whether such scenes are truly necessary in modern fiction.Now bring Aegon — THE USURPER — to us.You can support us hereAlso available on YouTubeHost: Ebube Ubochi Guests: Afam and SoonenProduction by: Ebube Ubochi
Driven by her faith in Alicent, Rhaenyra positions herself to take King's Landing while the Triarchy sails to take on Corlys in the Gullet.LinksSupport Our Work - https://lsgmedia.net/joinDiscord - https://discord.com/invite/8FmrT9DrvuAcknowledgementsFloyd Frye (Intro/Outro Voice): https://www.tiktok.com/@floydfrye George C Music (Music): https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeCMusicDisclaimer: This episode features impressions and parodies of celebrities and characters for entertainment purposes only. All impressions are satirical and fictionalized. Clips used in this episode fall under fair use for commentary, criticism, and parody. This is a movie podcast meant purely for entertainment— no affiliation with any celebrities, studios, or rights holders.
Diana and Sam break down the explosive Season 3 premiere of House of the Dragon. From the chaos of the Battle of the Gullet to devastating losses and shifting alliances, they explore how choices, sacrifice, and consequence shape the start of this war. They discuss massive dragon warfare, emotional turning points, Rhaenyra and Jace's leadership conflict, and the cost of power across every faction. They also dig into Alicent and Aemond's tense dynamic, including her secret maneuvering behind his back and the shocking, uncomfortable kiss that raises deeper questions about trauma and emotional damage. Plus, rapid-fire reactions, standout moments, predictions, and TV & Movie recommendations. 00:00 — Intro and setup 00:41 — Opening reactions to the premiere 02:56 — Battle of the Gullet begins 03:43 — Corlys, Alyn, and family tension 05:17 — Lohar's betrayal and battlefield chaos 06:12 — Dragon warfare escalates 07:07 — Vermax is struck down 08:22 — Visually stunning aftermath 10:19 — Comparing the battle to Vikings 11:17 — Tactical choices and the narrow passage 13:07 — Jace's death and the cost of leadership 15:25 — The tragedy of Vermax's death 16:30 — Dragons are wild, not controllable 18:29 — Rhaenyra vs Jace: duty and protection 22:07 — Jace's impact on the war 24:28 — Rhaena and Sheepstealer 28:54 — Alicent and Aemond's dynamic and the shocking kiss 34:33 — Themes: choices, honor, sacrifice 37:19 — Magic, Gods Eye, and ancient power 38:26 — Winter Wolves and sacrifice 39:21 — Inheritance and grudges 41:27 — Choice and consequence 43:49 — Rapid fire reactions 47:47 — Dragons they would least want to face 48:44 — Is Corlys alive? 49:15 — Question of the day revisited 51:38 — TV recommendations 53:58 — More TV and movie recommendations 58:35 — Wrap-up and farewell Website: www.screensinfocus.comEmail: screensinfocus@gmail.com Instagram: @screensinfocusFacebook: Screens in FocusTikTok: Screens in FocusYouTube: Screens in Focus Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations: Google Voice: (669) 223-8542 Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com
Slowly sinking into the sea filled with arrows This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking toys, traps, webs, and dragons. Darryl gives a two-minute quick recap of Toy Story 5, the guys dig into Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, wrap up more noir weirdness with Spider-Noir, and return to Westeros for the fiery season premiere of House of the Dragon. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Toy Story 5: 7:54 Ready or Not 2: Here I Come: 13:57 Spider-Noir: 30:00 House of the Dragon: 47:07 Toy Story 5 Release Date: June 19, 2026 Runtime: 102 minutes Director: Andrew Stanton Co-Director: Kenna Harris Writers: Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris Story By: Andrew Stanton Studio: Pixar Animation Studios Distributor: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Summary: The toys are back, but this time playtime has a new enemy: technology. Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang find themselves challenged by Lilypad, a frog-themed smart tablet that pulls Bonnie's attention away from the toys and forces them to confront whether old-school imagination can survive in a screen-first world. Darryl gives the quick two-minute recap, but the big question is simple: does Pixar still have the emotional pull, or is this franchise finally running on low battery? Main Voice Cast: Tom Hanks as Woody Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear Joan Cusack as Jessie Greta Lee as Lilypad Conan O'Brien as Smarty Pants Tony Hale Craig Robinson Shelby Rabara Mykal-Michelle Harris Matty Matheson John Ratzenberger Wallace Shawn Annie Potts Keanu Reeves Alan Cumming Production Notes: Toy Story 5 is directed by longtime Pixar veteran Andrew Stanton, co-directed by Kenna Harris, and scored by Randy Newman, returning to the franchise for his fifth Toy Story feature. The film's big hook is “Toy meets Tech,” using a tablet character as the new threat to traditional play. Rating Out of 10, Still Falling with Style After All These Years Brian: DNW Darryl: 6.3/10 Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Release Date: March 20, 2026 Runtime: 108 minutes Directors: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett Writers: Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy Studios: Vinson Films, Mythology Entertainment, and Radio Silence Distributor: Searchlight Pictures Summary: Moments after surviving the nightmare of the Le Domas family, Grace discovers that the game was never really over. This time, she is pulled into a larger and even more dangerous power structure, with her estranged sister Faith dragged into the chaos beside her. Grace has one chance to survive, keep Faith alive, and claim the High Seat of a shadowy council that controls the world, while four rival families hunt her for the throne. Main Cast: Samara Weaving as Grace MacCaullay Kathryn Newton as Faith MacCaullay Sarah Michelle Gellar as Ursula Danforth Shawn Hatosy as Titus Danforth Néstor Carbonell as Ignacio El Caido David Cronenberg as Chester Danforth Elijah Wood as the Lawyer Kevin Durand as Bill Wilkinson Olivia Cheng as Wan Chen Xing Varun Saranga as Madhu Rajan Daniel Beirne as Kip Danforth Production Notes: Ready or Not 2: Here I Come reunites directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett with writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy, expanding the original film's class-war horror-comedy into a bigger, bloodier mythology of wealthy families, ritual games, and supernatural power. Rating Out of 10, Two Sisters Take on the Devil and His Minions with the Power of Spite Brian: 6.66/10 Darryl: 6/10 Spider-Noir (Prime Video) Spider-Noir, Episodes 7 and 8 Episode 7 Title: Nobody's Hero Episode 8 Title: Finale title not yet confirmed in available listings Release Window: Season 1 released in 2026 Creator: Oren Uziel Developed By: Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot Episode 7 Writer: Bruce Marshall Romans Episode 8 Writer: Oren Uziel Summary: As Spider-Noir heads into its final stretch, Ben Reilly is stuck between the life he wants to escape and the role the city still needs him to play. The penultimate episode pushes Ben into an identity crisis after his encounter with Dr. Faber, while Silvermane's superhuman muscle keeps escalating the war for the city. The finale brings the season's private-eye mystery, superhero guilt, gangster politics, and full-blown noir weirdness to a head. Main Cast: Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly / The Spider Lamorne Morris as Robbie Robertson Li Jun Li Karen Rodriguez Abraham Popoola Jack Huston Brendan Gleeson Production Notes: Spider-Noir is an eight-episode live-action noir superhero series built around an older, down-on-his-luck private investigator in 1930s New York who has to confront his past as the city's masked vigilante. The show was developed by Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot, with Harry Bradbeer directing the first two episodes and executive producing. Out of 10, A Drunk Spider is Decidedly NOT Falling Down the Water Spout Brian: 7.5/10 Darryl: 7.8/10 Season out of 10, No Antidote for This Spider! Brian: 7/10 Darryl: 8/10 House of the Dragon (HBO / Max) House of the Dragon, Season 3 Episode 1 Title: Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood Air date: June 21, 2026 Director: Loni Peristere Writers: Ryan J. Condal and Shyam Popat Based On: Fire & Blood by George R.R. Martin Summary: Season 3 opens with the Dance of the Dragons fully igniting. Rhaenyra weighs Alicent's offer while the Triarchy launches its attack in the Gullet, forcing dragons, fleets, and family loyalties into open war. The episode centers on the brutal Battle of the Gullet, as Corlys, Alyn, Jace, Baela, Rhaena, and the dragons are pulled into a fight that quickly spins out of control. It is a massive, tragic return that reminds everyone in Westeros that when dragons go to war, nobody gets to walk away clean. Main Cast: Emma D'Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen Olivia Cooke as Queen Alicent Hightower Tom Glynn-Carney as King Aegon II Targaryen Ewan Mitchell as Prince Aemond Targaryen Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole Matthew Needham as Lord Larys Strong Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria Harry Collett as Prince Jacaerys Velaryon Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower Production Notes: House of the Dragon Season 3 continues the Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons. The season is set to run eight episodes, with Ryan Condal continuing as showrunner and the series adapting material from George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood. Rating Out of 5, Sheepstealer is a Real Dickhead Brian: 4.11/5 Darryl: 3.8/5 Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!
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
#houseofthedragon #gameofthronesuniverse #teamblack Aegon's disappearance puts a kink in Alicent's carefully laid out plans. Rhaenyra's quick belief in Alicent's plan causes concern for her Small Council. Daemon's ground forces grow stronger as they claim a small victory on the road. Ser Criston grows more despondent in his thoughts for the future battle. Corlys' attempts to breach a divide is interrupted by a surprise attack. Rhaena's attempts to claim a dragon have unexpected consequences. Decisions made to protect the Queen come at a high price.
Welcome back to Westeros! In this thrilling episode of Scene N Nerd, Sarah and Will dive into the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere of House of the Dragon, titled "Salt and Sea Fire." After a two-year hiatus, the duo reflects on the show's return and the evolving dynamics of the Targaryens as they navigate the treacherous waters of power, loyalty, and family drama. ⚔️ Team Green vs. Team Black The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the factions at play, as Rhaenyra positions herself to reclaim her birthright while Alicent grapples with the consequences of her choices. The tension escalates as Aemond faces his fears, and the complexities of Targaryen relationships come to light in unexpected ways.
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.