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Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show change, what did the book do better, and what fresh chaos has the adaptation unleashed? This episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2Kindle: pp. 491–497Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only:Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2Kindle: Continue through p. 503Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…” Next episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 473, par. 3 – p. 481, par. 4Kindle: pp. 503–512Begins: “In the riverlands, Ser Criston Cole abandoned Harrenhal, striking south along…”Ends: “Though the lusts of men and cruelty of women can never be gainsaid, we must…” 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

Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show change, what did the book do better, and what fresh chaos has the adaptation unleashed? This episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2Kindle: pp. 491–497Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only:Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2Kindle: Continue through p. 503Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…” Next episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 473, par. 3 – p. 481, par. 4Kindle: pp. 503–512Begins: “In the riverlands, Ser Criston Cole abandoned Harrenhal, striking south along…”Ends: “Though the lusts of men and cruelty of women can never be gainsaid, we must…” 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

In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen's Landing.” They're comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts. This episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 – p. 460, par. 1Kindle: pp. 471–490Begins: “Yet Seasmoke, Vermithor, and Silverwing were accustomed to men…”Ends: “Thus did the flower of House Strong, an ancient line of…” Next episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2Kindle: pp. 491–497Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only:Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2Kindle: Continue through p. 503Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…” Pete Peppers' Season 3 Timeline Revelations 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

In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen's Landing.” They're comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts. This episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 – p. 460, par. 1Kindle: pp. 471–490Begins: “Yet Seasmoke, Vermithor, and Silverwing were accustomed to men…”Ends: “Thus did the flower of House Strong, an ancient line of…” Next episode's reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2Kindle: pp. 491–497Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only:Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2Kindle: Continue through p. 503Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…” ⁠Pete Peppers' Season 3 Timeline Revelations⁠ 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

House of the Dragon Season 3 Finale: The Treasons at TumbletonMary and James wrap up the final episode of House of the Dragon season 3 with a mix of praise, frustration, and a lot of dragon-related chaos. They break down the finale's biggest turns, from Rhaenyra hardening into full war mode to the destruction at Tumbleton and the emotional collapse of multiple characters.This episode is mostly a heated discussion of the finale's pacing, character motivations, and whether the season's ending choices actually worked. Mary and James also reflect on how the season set up season 4, and which claimants to the throne still feel believable.Key topicsIn this episode, Mary and James open by judging the finale as a strong episode, even if not the best of the season.They compare standout moments across the season, including the Battle of the Gullet and Aegon and Sunfyre's reunion.They debate whether the finale rushed Helena's story and Aegon's turn toward brutality.Rhaenyra's reaction to Aegon's return becomes a major turning point, especially as she leans further into prophecy, symbolism, and violence.They dig into Rhaenyra sending Mysaria away, reading it as either self-protection, mistrust, or damage control.Corlys, Baela, and Alyn all get attention as the discussion covers loyalty, inheritance, and the tension between family and survival.The Harrenhal storyline gets a deep dive, including Alys Rivers' tragic backstory and the history of the castle itself.Helena's confinement, hunger strike, visions, and eventual death are discussed as one of the finale's most confusing and emotional arcs.The Tumbleton battle dominates the second half, including Ormund's strategy, Hugh's betrayal, the army's breach of the city, and the collapse of the defense. A bold, immersive, and conversation-starting adaptation that the hosts both admire and dissect.Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/watchthatjawn/https://www.tiktok.com/@watchthatjawnpodc 

It's the Season 3 finale, and the Battle of Tumbleton is a disaster for everyone involved — Ulf betrays both sides, Ormund gets a knife from behind in the behind, and Daemon loses his big duel. Meanwhile Aegon turns up alive at Harrenhal and Rhaenyra's spiral in King's Landing ends in tragedy. Tim and Mike close out the season, tally the final C*nt Count, and look ahead to the long wait for Season 4.Subscribe to our newsletter at watchersonthecouch.com for off season updates and show announcements.Tim's got a sword-and-sorcery novel out too: The Lightless Moon and the Starfall Horror, on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3 finale, "The Treasons at Tumbleton." They discuss everything that happened at the Battle of Tumbleton, Rhaenyra's many mistakes, Alys's new backstory, and more! (00:00) Intro(09:57) Opening Snapshot(25:18) Opening credits(30:22) Rhaenyra learns about Aegon and Sunfyre(48:17) Baela calls out Rhaenyra(52:07) Alyn takes command of the Velaryon men(59:44) Ormund knights Daeron(01:03:16) Ulf the White goes full Ulf the Sot(01:06:39) Rhaenyra dismisses Mysaria(01:12:58) Mysaria warns Helaena(01:21:51) Alys reveals her backstory(01:31:23) Rhaenyra force-feeds Helaena(01:35:52) Rhaenyra debuts a new look(01:44:17) Gwayne hatches a plan …(01:50:41) … Which Daemon immediately rejects(01:54:56) Aegon pays a surprise visit to Harrenhal(02:00:27) Rhaenyra orders the High Septon's death(02:05:39) Rhaenyra shares the prophecy with the masses(02:11:47) The Battle of Tumbleton begins(02:20:42) Ormund is bowled over by betrayal and bowel movements(02:27:41) The human battles before the flame(02:31:28) Ulf chooses … Team Ulf(02:33:40) The fog of dragon war(02:37:52) Rhaenyra discovers Helaena's tapestry(02:42:07) Dragon math update(02:44:33) Book spoilers!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant: Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tja, das war es dann schon wieder mit „House of the Dragon“ für dieses Jahr. Staffel drei vom „Game of Thrones“-Prequel verging wie im (Drachen-)Flug - und endet nun mit „The Treasons at Tumbleton“, dem großen Finale mit der großen Schlacht rund um Ormund (James Norton), Daeron (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth), Ulf (Tom Bennett) und Daemon (Matt Smith). Was bleibt vom blutigen Kampf der Grünen und Schwarzen? Und wie sehr stolpert Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) über dieses Kriegsverbrechen in Stolperstadt? Auch über die überraschende Reunion der Targaryen-Brüder Aegon (Tom Glynn-Carney) und Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) in Harrenhal sprechen wir. Und natürlich über Alys' (Gayle Rankin) tragische Backstory. Noch tragischer ist jedoch das, was in der Hauptstadt King's Landing passiert - und damit meinen wir nicht den toten Papst! Unsere Königin der Herzen, die verträumte und gutherzige Helaena (Phia Saban), ist jetzt hoffentlich an einem besseren Ort. Möge sie in Frieden ruhen... Und möge sich die Wartezeit bis zur finalen Season 2028 nicht zu lang anfühlen!Hanna Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/HannaHuge Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mediawhore.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediawhore BjarneBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bjarnebock.bsky.socialSankt Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ztNeRqXyxw8Z5QpelTjnCAdam: Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/AwesomeArndt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awesomearndt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AwesomeArndt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch That Joan Podcast - House of the Dragon Episode 7: The Dragon in WinterMary and James break down the penultimate episode of House of the Dragon season 2, focusing on the growing desperation around the throne, the dangerous dragon bond between rider and beast, and the betrayals quietly taking shape on both sides of the war. They also dig into Helena's dream sequences, Aemond's nightmare-laced Harrenhal storyline, and Ormund's increasingly brilliant manipulation at Tumbleton. In this episode, Mary and James cover every major player who moves the war forward - Rhaenyra, Daemon, Aemond, Alicent, Helena, Corlys, Aegon, Larys, Ormund, and the new dragon riders shaping the board.Key topicsHelena's dream of the gray mare and the Red Keep gate, and how it hints at her prophetic role in the warThe show's recurring theme that dragons change the people who claim them, especially in the way power distorts Rhaenyra and AegonAemond's unsettling Harrenhal storyline, including the mistaken identity with Alys and the deeply disturbing mother-son fixation driving itAlicent's arrival at Harrenhal and her attempt to protect her family, even as she realizes Aemond is becoming increasingly dangerousOrmund's move at Tumbleton, using Corlys as leverage and later recruiting a dragon rider through promises of status and DriftmarkAegon's humbling arc at Rook's Rest, and how standing his ground becomes his first genuinely kingly actThe final reveal that Ormund's “chess piece” is a betrayal in motion, not just a battlefield tacticTimestamps00:00 - Intro, predictions, and the episode title05:53 - Aemond's Harrenhal visions and the Alys nightmare15:23 - Bayla, Adam, Alan, and the awkward romance triangle30:37 - Aegon, Tyland, and Larys flee toward Rook's Rest50:09 - Aegon declares himself king and Sunfyre arrives54:29 - Aegon's return, and why the audience finally roots for him55:04 - Ormund's real masterpiece: buying a dragon rider59:37 - The creepy smile that reveals Ormund's darker side61:01 - Final rating and closing thoughtsNotable quotes“They did that to us.”“Coochie is power.”“They will burn.” Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/watchthatjawn/https://www.tiktok.com/@watchthatjawnpodc 

Was ist eine graue Mähre? Und warum sieht Traumfeuer so geil aus? Wir besprechen heute House of the Dragon Staffel 3, Folge 7: Während Alicent in Harrenhal landet und Aemond vergiften will, eskaliert gleichzeitig der Kampf um Schafsdieb. Doch auch die Grünen haben noch ein Ass im Ärmel: Ormund macht sich Ulf zum Verbündeten und könnte damit einen weiteren Drachen auf seine Seite ziehen. Und als Aegon endlich aufhört wegzulaufen, kommt ein Totgeglaubter zurück! #HouseOfTheDragon #Staffel3 #hotds3 #hotd #Folge7 Nächste Woche besprechen House of the Dragon Staffel 3, Folge 8. Instagram: @aliciajoe und @cashisclay_attitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 7 had everything! Dragons clashing, shocking betrayals, impossible choices, and one unforgettable return. Diana and Sam break down the brutal Sheepstealer battle, Sunfyre's epic comeback (Aegon's diabolical laugh), Rhaenyra's increasingly strained leadership, Alicent's heartbreaking dilemma, and why Baela became our MVP. Plus, we dive into Helaena's haunting visions, Aemond's disturbing Harrenhal sequence, finale predictions, and our favorite moments from one of the season's biggest episodes. (00:00) Episode 7 recap begins: Dragons, Dreams & Betrayals (00:59) Ulf's shocking turn and that sinister final smile (02:00) Sheepstealer, the dragon battle, and why we didn't want any dragon to die (03:50) Rhaena revealed as Sheepstealer's rider (06:30) Daemon's complicated response (08:30) King's Landing: Rhaenyra's court, the Freys, and the growing tension (10:02) Is Rhaenyra starting to crack under pressure? (11:50) Why Rhaenyra is treating people like tools (13:32) Mysaria's growing influence and that surprising intimate moment (15:32) Daemon as a father and why his choices aren't simple (18:30) Should Daemon have told Rhaenyra the truth sooner? (19:39) Baela and Rhaena's emotional sister moment (20:54) Baela, Addam, and the awkward love triangle (22:20) Mysaria's power play and controlling access to the queen (24:10) Helaena's dreams: prophecy or burden? (26:37) Rhaenyra confronts Helaena (28:37) Dreamfyre, prophecy, and visions (29:27) Aegon, Sunfyre, and an unforgettable return (32:39) Tom Glynn-Carney's standout performance (34:00) Tyland's loyalty and what it says about survival (36:06) Harrenhal's wildest vision yet (38:09) Alicent arrives... and Ser Adrian pays the price (41:00) Alicent's impossible choice (44:36) Corlys, Ormund, and Ulf's betrayal (45:19) A Game of Thrones connection and why Corlys remains a fan favorite (48:37) Themes: dreams, loyalty, and the cost of power (51:19) Favorite dragon moments (52:50) Biggest surprise (53:50) MVPs of the episode (54:42) Biggest betrayal (56:02) Finale predictions (59:17) Question of the Day: Have you ever had a dream that felt real? (1:04:11) TV & Movie Recommendations (1:13:28) Closing thoughts   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  

David and Jean dig into listener feedback on "A Dragon in Winter," with a community that had plenty to say. The conversation opens with a lively debate on where Cole's death ranks among the great villain exits in the Westeros universe, with Jean making the case that his particular brand of self-deluding villainy makes it more satisfying than either Joffrey or Ramsay. Ormond gets a thorough going over as listeners weigh in on his manipulation of Ulf and his willingness to set aside his stated principles the moment a dragon becomes available to him. The Harrenhal dream sequences spark a broader discussion about whether the castle itself is selective about who it reaches and whether Targaryens are uniquely susceptible to whatever is in the air there. Military Corner returns with a deep dive into the just war doctrine and the historical precedents for how rules of warfare get invoked, ignored, and exploited.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

Ormund just sent Rhaenyra a message she can't ignore — and it came wrapped around Corlys Velaryon's finger. This is the episode where the Greens stop playing defense, and it costs the Blacks more than they know.

Jessie and Kim discuss the penultimate episode of season 3 of House of the Dragon. In this episode of A Cast of Kings, Kim Renfro and Jessie Earl talk about the seventh episode of season 3 of House of the Dragon, “The Dragon in Winter".Is Alys messing with Ameond's head as his mother arrives at Harrenhal? Does Aegon face his fate? And did sheepstealer truly do anything wrong? Listen to hear us discuss all these questions and more! Links: Email us at acastofkings(AT)gmail(DOT)com Subscribe to Decoding TV on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@decodingtv Follow us on Tiktok - http://tiktok.com/@acastofkings Buy Kim Renfro's book about Game of Thrones - https://parents.simonandschuster.com/9781982116415 Follow this podcast on Instagram - http://instagram.com/decodingtv Follow this podcast on Tiktok - http://tiktok.com/@decodingtv Subscribe to David's free newsletter, Decoding Everything - http://www.decodingeverything.com/

Greetings, Nerds! Sarah and Will break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 7, "The Dragon in Winter" — and this episode gives us three huge storylines to dig into. First, the dragon fight. Rhaena is finally cornered by Daemon, Rhaenyra, and Addam on Sheepstealer, and we talk through why watching these dragons tear into each other hit so hard — Daemon's rare moment of vulnerability with his daughter, the size disadvantage that becomes brutally clear once the fighting starts, and what it means for Rhaenyra to learn the truth about who's been under that helmet all along. Then we head to Harrenhal for Alicent and Aemond's twisted reunion. We break down how Alicent slipped past Alys Rivers to get there, the deeply uncomfortable dinner scene, and the poisoned berries that follow — plus the big debate of the episode: did Aemond know his mother was poisoning him? We lay out the case for and against, from his "I tried to kill my brother too" confession right before drinking it, to Alys's suspicious "idiot" line that has us convinced she already has a cure ready. Finally, we close on the best scene of the season: Aegon's rally cry as Sunfyre rises from the trees. We talk through why this payoff works so well. Timestamps: 0:00 — Cold Open: "Sunfyre said let them meet fire" 1:30 — The Sheepstealer Dragon Battle 6:00 — Rhaenyra Arrives & Dragon Loyalty 10:00 — Daemon's Guilt & Mommy Issues 14:00 — Corlys Captured — "Get my wife's name out your mouth" 19:00 — Aegon's Rally & Sunfyre Rises 24:00 — Allison Poisons Aemond 30:00 — Helena's Dreams & Winter Is Coming 35:00 — Rhaenyra's Hardening Rule 39:00 — Team Aegon Now? 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.  

Matt B. Davis and Ser Bryan of House Darling recap Episodes 6 and 7 of House of The Dragon. 6 was late so here's 6/7.Episode 6House of the Dragon episode six reactions and why critics may be too focused on book changes.Criston Cole's death, the Butcher's Ball, and whether the show handled it better than expected.Rhaenyra's increasingly shaky leadership and Daemon's failures in King's Landing.Alicent's captivity, Helaena's growing importance, and the mystery of Aemond's dragon eggs.Gawain Hightower's deception at Tumbleton and Daeron's relationship with his uncle.Rhaena, Baela, Addam, Alyn, and the growing tension around the dragonseed storyline.Corlys Velaryon's pirate problem and whether the Sea Snake is really in danger.Ulf and Hugh's struggles under Rhaenyra's rule.A Game of Thrones rewatch: character motivations, Catelyn Stark's treatment of Jon Snow, the Night's Watch, and early-season miscommunication.Episode 7Comparing House of the Dragon with Game of Thrones and why the original introduced so many unforgettable new characters.The recurring Game of Thrones theme that every faction believes it has the rightful ruler.Aegon and Sunfyre's return, plus why it is suddenly so easy to root for them.Helaena's visions, Rhaenyra's questions about prophecy, and Aemond's disturbing Harrenhal experience.Alicent's attempt to poison Aemond and why the plan makes little sense.Rhaenyra's small council, the Freys, and continuing leadership issues on the Black side.The dragon fight, Sheepstealer's lack of control, and Daemon's relationship with Rhaena.Ormund Hightower's moves at Tumbleton, Corlys' capture, and Ulf's apparent turn.Criston Cole's head on a spike, Daeron and Gawain's friendship, and where the season finale appears to be heading.More Game of Thrones rewatch thoughts, including Jaime losing his hand, Daenerys' darker side, and the White Walker threat.

For our 92nd episode of the pod, Tony & Minwa get brutally honest about why The Dragon in Winter leaves us annoyed, from repeated Harrenhal detours to character choices that make key players feel weaker than they should. We still find bright spots in Helaena's visions, Dreamfyre's reveal, and Aegon's standout moment with Sunfyre, even as we worry the finale has too much left to carry.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_Reviews  Follow Minwa on IG: TheArabKhaleesihttps://dancingwithdragons.buzzsprout.comEmail us @DancewithDragons62@gmail.com

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 decoding Helaena's visions, then get into Aemond's latest hallucinations at Harrenhal, and later rank the ferocity of the dragons that are still in play. (00:00) Intro (1:14) CR's recap (6:03) Helaena's visions and what they mean (12:11) Is Rhaenyra starting to have some doubts about the prophecy? (14:54) Mysaria and Rhaenyra's relationship (18:54) Aemond's Harrenhal vision with Alicent (22:47) Rhaenyra's plan to take out Aemond (26:13) The hierarchy of dragon superiority (34:47) Aegon and his arc this season (45:05) Hightower schemes (51:50) Fallout of the Daemon and Rhaenyra conversation (56:39) What do you want from the finale? Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Scott Lee Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House of the Dragon brought Sunfyre back — Chanel & Brandon recap an episode packed with betrayal, poison, and a four-dragon brawl.

Tasked by Rhaenyra, Alicent heads to Harrenhal to face Aemond in the penultimate episode of the season. Join The Watchers right after episode seven airs on HBO and HBOMax as we provide our instant reactions. #houseofthedragon #hotd #danceofthedragonsBased on George R.R. Martin's 'Fire & Blood,' House of the Dragon (2022) stars Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Eve Best, Steve Toussaint, Matthew Needham, Harry Collett, Tom Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Sonoya Mizuno, Fabien Frankel and Rhys Ifans. Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #WatchersBasement to comment about the showfacebook.com/watchersbasementtwitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasementthreads.net/@watchersbasementanchor.fm/watchersbasement#houseofthedragon #gameofthrones #hbo #hbomax #hotd #georgerrmartin #fireandblood #asongoficeandfire #dragons #targaryen #season3 #teamgreen #teamblack #thedanceofdragons

THE DANCE OF THE DRAGONS IS RACING TOWARD A FIERY SEASON FINALE! Join the Rejects & Media Knights at the “con with a cause” charity event MultiCon on August 8th at 11am at the Skirball in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now at https://www.MultiConLA.com Get a special discount with code REJECTS10 Greg Alba, John Humphrey & Michael Tessler react to House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7 in this House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7 full reaction, review, and breakdown of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel! As Rhaenyra Targaryen struggles to maintain control and Aemond Targaryen's time at Harrenhal grows increasingly dangerous, the war between Team Black and Team Green enters its penultimate chapter. Greg, John & Michael discuss the episode's tense confrontations, political maneuvering, shifting alliances, dragon strategy, and major setup for the House of the Dragon Season 3 finale—all spoiler-free right here! Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with 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! House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7 Full-Length Reaction:   / thereelrejects   Based on George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood, House of the Dragon stars Emma D'Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen (Wanderlust), Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen (The Crown), Ewan Mitchell as Aemond Targaryen (The Last Kingdom), Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower (Ready Player One), Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole (The Serpent), Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon II Targaryen (Dunkirk), Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers (GLOW), Phia Saban as Helaena Targaryen (The Last Kingdom), Harry Collett as Jacaerys Velaryon (Dolittle), and Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria (Ex Machina). Greg, John & Michael break down the standout performances, competing claims to the Iron Throne, escalating Dance of the Dragons, and where every major player stands heading into the finale. 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

Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the sixth episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, "Faceless Men." They discuss the Butcher's Ball, dragon dreams, some assassination attempts, and more! (00:00) Intro (08:00) Opening Snapshot (19:12) Deep dive (19:53) The Butcher's Ball is here at last (42:11) The black council remains a dumpster fire (01:00:57) House Baratheon enters the chat (01:08:29) Ulf shares a lament with Hugh (01:12:57) Rhaenyra and Alicent discuss escapegate (01:18:55) Mysaria covers her ass (01:22:26) The gold cloaks retire (01:26:05) Alyn appeals to his father (01:29:20) Tyland, Larys, and Aegon dig the realm's shallowest grave (01:32:17) Alys ratchets up the flirting (01:35:41) Jeyne Arryn scolds Rhaena (01:38:40) It is, once again, incest o'clock (01:42:35) Gwayne arrives in Tumbleton (01:55:13) Helaena sews the future (01:58:34) Alys shows Aemond her dragon eggs (02:22:22) Rhaenyra hears petitions—and cuts her hand (02:33:38) Daemon goes undercover (02:34:04) Gwayne thwarts an assassination attempt (02:40:57) Kat rejects Hugh (02:42:14) Rhaenyra sends Alicent to Harrenhal (02:47:57) Closing shots (02:49:05) Book spoilers! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Studio Production: Jacob Cornett Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we dissect Episode 5 of House of the Dragon, exploring themes of steadfastness, political intrigue, and the relentless fight for power. From the perilous journeys of key characters to the dark magic influencing the realm, this episode is a pivotal chapter in the series.In this episode:• The strategic movements of the Riverlands and the significance of the Stony Steps• Aemond's surprising survival and the haunted history of Harrenhal• The political machinations in King's Landing: promises, betrayals, and the brewing insurrection• The brutal, almost supernatural, murders of the Gold Cloaks and the possibility of dark magic• Aegon's reckless pursuit of vengeance and the power dynamics with his Lannister allies• The importance of resilience reflected in Ser Criston Cole's unwavering stand amid defeat• Historical context on Meria Martell, the Yellow Toad of Dorne, and her reputation as a brilliant military tactician• The complex relationships and survival tactics of Alicent, Helaena, and DaemonTimestamps00:00 – Episode overview: power struggles and resilience02:10 – The Riverlands' guerrilla warfare tactics and strategic retreats04:33 – The journey to Harrenhal and its haunted history06:28 – Why Harrenhal was destroyed by Aegon the Conqueror08:20 – Aemond's vulnerability and his mother's concerns10:00 – Broken promises in King's Landing12:08 – Helaena's resistance and her prophetic visions14:15 – The threat of Aegon's revenge16:33 – Daemon's political maneuvers18:49 – Power plays across Westeros22:24 – Cole's unwavering defiance and the toll of war26:43 – The dark magic behind the Gold Cloak murders30:40 – Escape plans and the importance of secrecy36:23 – Aegon's reckless violence and his search for validation39:06 – The growing conspiracy and dark magic's influence44:05 – The ever-present threat of violence against women48:22 – The horrifying Gold Cloak murders52:16 – Resilience amid chaos and political upheavalResources & Links• House of the Dragon on HBO: https://www.hbo.com/house-of-the-dragon• Dark Magic in Westeros – An Exploration: https://www.westeros.org/Letters/Details/1234• Meria Martell – The Yellow Toad of Dorne: https://www.westeros.org/History/MariaMartell⸻

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.

Es ist wieder Zeit für eine Folgenbesprechungen! In diesem Video schauen wir uns die sechste Folge der dritten Staffel von HOUSE OF THE DRAGON an. Wir sezieren die Episode Szene für Szene und stellen uns Fragen wie: Woher kommen diese fünf Dracheneier in Harrenhal? Wie ist Gawan Hohenturm aus den Flusslanden nach Stolperstadt gestolpert? Wie empfanden wir den Tod von Ser Kriston Kraut (Criston Cole)? Und wie fanden wir diese Folge überhaupt? Also viel Spaß und Valar Morghulis! :) Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Anmoderation 00:00:41 - Fragen 00:06:41 - Vorgeplänkel 00:09:53 - Folgenbesprechung 04:05:30 - Fazit 04:18:17 - Abmoderation

Ser Criston Cole finally meets the end he always swore would come with glory — except there's no glory in it at all. And as Rhaenyra's grip on the Iron Throne starts to slip, the people closest to her start slipping away too.

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.

David and Jean dig into listener feedback on "Unbowed and Unbent," and the episode's most contested scene dominates the conversation. The community pushes back hard on the Harrenhal rescue sequence, with listeners arguing that Alys Rivers is far too capable and calculating to have genuinely needed saving, and that what looked like a damsel in distress moment may actually be Alys tightening her psychological hold over Aemond. The discussion also takes in Criston Cole's arc and the community's feelings about his inevitable end, a tinfoil hat theory from the Dungeons 'n' Durags crew about how Ormund's assassins are getting so close to the Gold Cloaks, and some deep lore on Harrenhal's history courtesy of community members and Nancy Hand the Pod. The book corner closes things out with Jean weighing in on how the show's divergences from the source material are landing for readers and non-readers alike.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

SPOILER ALERT Rhaenyra has the throne, but King's Landing has rats, unpaid guards, murdered gold cloaks, graffiti problems, rogue dragons, and one very tense small council. This week on Thumb War, we're breaking down House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 5: Unbowed and Unbent, aka the episode where nobody relents, nobody listens, and Daemon being right is somehow the most annoying development of all. We get into Criston Cole's guerrilla warfare era, Alice Rivers' Harrenhal magic, the black goat/Vhagar conspiracy, Aemond's haunted mommy issues, Alicent chugging the lie, Helaena standing up for herself, Larys absolutely roasting Aegon into self-reflection, and Rhaenyra's deeply chaotic approach to leadership. Also: cats, rats, Baby Bjorns, tap-on delivery, Queen of the Bastards, and municipal payroll crises. 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.

Andrea Ferroni answers HYROX judging questions:HYROX's new Core Head Judge program explained.Why the role may be difficult for judges with full-time jobs.Why HYROX needs more local teams as the schedule expands.The coming HYROX Head Judge course.Overjudging, standardization, and social media criticism.Why the new Burpee Broad Jump rule could be a nightmare.How often athletes actually argue with judges.The right way to give athletes feedback during a race.Keeping HYROX fun as the sport gets more serious.Then Sir Bryan from House Darling talks Episode 5 of House Of The Dragon.Criston Cole's Descent Into MadnessAegon and Larys Become a Great PairingOscar Tully Continues to WinAlicent Plays the Game of ThronesDaemon's Big Speech and Westerosi PoliticsThe Freys, Harrenhal, and History Repeating ItselfReligion vs. Dragons in WesterosWinners and Losers From Episode 5Matt's Possible New House of the Dragon CatsOur final chat is with Andre from GymRaceHow a failed 2019 indoor event led to GymRace.Why GymRace is expanding across the Netherlands, Germany, UK, and France.Inside the GymRace format: five 1K runs and 10 workout zones.Pro and Open weights explained.Using AI rep counters for kettlebell swings and wall balls.The Heavy division and possible future prize money.GymRace's plans for 2027 and why quality comes before expansion.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

Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the fifth episode of ‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, "Unbowed and Unbent." They discuss Aemond's Harrenhal dreams, Alicent's escape attempts, Criston and Gwayne's muddy campaign, and more! (00:00) Intro (03:53) Opening Snapshot (19:57) Criston and Gwayne (42:28) Ormund and Daeron (01:07:32) Aemond and Alys (01:30:46) Aegon and Larys (01:41:56) Alicent, Helaena, and Mysaria (01:59:40) The black council (02:06:57) Daemon and Rhaenyra (02:25:58) 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

Talk about protecting the streak?!! This is a shorty--a buzzer beater for the people. With Ali away, Damien gets In The Conversation about Thirsty T, Misty Green and the who's who of Westeros. Twitter.com/dlemoncomedy // Twitter.com/mrmuhammad Keep up with the conversation on Facebook: Facebook.com/InTheConversation Keep up with the conversation on Instagram
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David and Jean take a scene by scene approach to "Unbowed and Unbent," an episode that shifts gears from the psychological intensity of the earlier run into something more mechanical, moving pieces into position for the back half of the season. Kristen Cole gets the lion's share of attention, with Jean making the case that Cole's entire identity is the product of a man who never got over rejection, and David walking through the real world history and tactical use of caltrops as Cole's guerrilla campaign hits its limits. The Harrenhal storyline draws pointed criticism for leaning on the tired damsel in distress trope in a show that has set a far higher bar for itself, while Alicent's deeply uncomfortable confrontation with Helena over moon tea opens up one of the episode's most genuinely complex conversations about bodily autonomy, survival, and the cost of power on the women who wield it.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

The Geek Culture Congress is back with another packed episode diving into the biggest stories in movies and TV!This week, we're breaking down the brand-new Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer, sharing our theories, reactions, and what we're most excited to see when Peter Parker returns to the big screen. We also go frame-by-frame through the first Avengers: Doomsday trailer, discussing Doctor Doom, the X-Men, Fantastic Four, Loki, Thor, Gambit, Shang-Chi, and all the hidden details Marvel may have slipped into the footage. The episode also explores speculation surrounding AI-generated trailer leaks and Marvel's future.We also review the latest episode of X-Men '97 Season 2, discussing Wolverine's return to adamantium, Morph's character development, Weapon X, Omega Red, Sabretooth, and where the animated series could be heading next.Then we shift to Westeros with our House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 5 discussion, covering Aegon, Aemond, Daemon, Criston Cole, Harrenhal, political intrigue, and our predictions for what's coming next. We also touch on Silo, The Legend of Vox Machina, and Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender before wrapping up the show.What are your theories?Who is Doctor Doom really targeting?Will Spider-Man remember MJ—or vice versa?Where is Marvel taking the X-Men?Who wins the Iron Throne?Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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 recounting the ambitions of each of our characters currently, then dissect the complex scene between Ormund and Daeron, and speculate what we might see in the future from Alys and Aemond in Harrenhal. (00:00) Intro (00:56) CR's recap (6:19) Favorite moment of the episode (9:41) What does everyone want? (20:48) Ormund's story of Meria Martell (26:01) The Green Army Vs. the Black Army (30:44) Criston Cole reveals his true desires (35:40) The Alicent-Mysaria-Rhaenyra situation (37:47) The Murder of the gold cloaks (42:31) Halaena's own moment (47:05) Alys and Aemond's growing relationship (54:00) Rhaenyra and Joffrey (55:49) Final thoughts Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris, Carlos Chiriboga, and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Set Production: Jonathan Ratliff and Gitu Mehra Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen discuss Season 3, Episode 5 and the trouble brewing in King's Landing. They also sit down with Ewan Mitchell (Prince Aemond Targaryen) and Gayle Rankin (Alys Rivers) to unpack their characters' budding relationship in Harrenhal. They talk about whether Alys has “I can fix him” energy and if Aemond can learn what it means to be a man without his dragon. Then, Jason and Greta are joined by Director Nina Lopez-Corrado to talk about Rhaenyra's advisors and filming Criston Cole's march in the Riverlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House of the Dragon ends on its most brutal image yet — Chanel, Sharmane and Brandon recap an episode where the walls literally close in.

Episode 5, "Unbowed and Unbent," just turned House of the Dragon into a horror movie, and Justin and Greg are still processing the blood on that wall. This is the one where the Blacks' paranoia gets fully justified — and the body count says the worst is still ahead.

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

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.

Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and special guest Van Lathan are excited to give you all of their thoughts on the newest episode of ‘House of the Dragon'! They start off with Joanna's Chris Ryan impression, get into the universal love for Daeron Targaryen, and wrap up with Team Black's interesting choice of small council.(00:00) Intro(02:51) CR's recap(05:48) Favorite moment of the episode(12:43) 'GoT' communion ritual(14:14) Ormund and Daeron's relationship(15:55) Cult of Hightower(17:30) Daeron Hightower vs. Daeron Targaryen(22:06) Ormund and the Faith(26:42) Villains in the 'Thrones' universe(30:56) Ormund Hightower vs. Tywin Lannister(35:53) Alys, the witch and queen of Harrenhal?(40:23) Criston Cole's self-reflection(47:24) Big reveal: Helaena is pregnant(52:57) Undercover boss: Aegon and Larys at Rook's Rest(54:55) Relationship between riders and dragons in this episode(59:38) Team Black's small council(01:02:46) Orwyle's character progressionHosts: Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, and Van LathanProducers: 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

Jason and Rosie break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 4, and make the case that Ormund Hightower is a different kind of villain: a self-styled refined gentleman with a modern politician's instinct for crisis PR.. They also dig into what they see as the real flaw undermining Rhaenyra's reign: an inability to understand what ordinary people actually want, from her plan to scapegoat a Master of Coin to her blindness toward what's motivating Ulf and Hugh. Plus, a rotting Sunfyre as a symbol of collapsing Targaryen exceptionalism, and how this season's Harrenhal storyline diverges from George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood. 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.

Paul and Andrea are back, and after last week's devastating Battle of the Gullet, this episode opens with Baela, his betrothed, returning Prince Jacaerys's ("Jace") body to Dragonstone. Rhaenyra is consumed by grief, but when Daemon returns from Harrenhal with news that Vhagar has left King's Landing, she finally agrees to retake the capital.Discussion HighlightsThe Battle of the Gullet — Revisionist HistoryThe hosts note the show's "unreliable narrator" device: the dragonseeds arrived at the Gullet after the battle was largely won, yet Ulf later claims credit for having "been there." They speculate the in-world histories may write Baela (and Moondancer) out of the record entirely — mirroring the books' own unreliable-narrator conceit.Emma D'Arcy's PerformanceExtensive praise for D'Arcy's portrayal of Rhaenyra's grief, compared to a similar physical breakdown moment in Downton Abbey. Special attention paid to the scene where Rhaenyra rebuffs Ser Lorent's comfort.Rhaenyra's Shift to DecisivenessThe hosts track Rhaenyra's arc from "what good would killing him do" to ordering Lorent's death moments later, tying it to Daemon's "did the queen stutter" energy and the prophecy (the Prince/Princess That Was Promised) as a source of newfound resolve.Alys Rivers & the Ruby TheoryA deep-cut theory: when Alys tells Daemon "I'll ask for food and you offer me rubies," the hosts connect it to Rhaegar's ruby breastplate and the Trident — suggesting Alys may be cryptically referencing the eventual fall of House Targaryen, generations later.Daemon & MysariaThe hosts debate Mysaria's actual value to Rhaenyra's council beyond being a confidante/paramour, noting she's stopped functioning as a spymaster despite that being her narrative purpose. They also flag how strange Rhaenyra's inner circle (Mysaria, and eventually Alicent) will look to outside lords.The Alicent MVP DiscussionAlicent is credited as the true architect of King's Landing's bloodless surrender — minimizing violence more effectively than Rhaenyra ever managed, while letting history hand the credit to Daemon. The hosts are far more critical of the Ironrod assault scene, calling it an unnecessary and "despicable" use of the sexual-violence-to-build-sympathy trope, seemingly deployed just to justify the audience enjoying his death.Rhaena, Lady Jeyne & the "Nettles" TheoryThe hosts revisit a fan theory (credited to an unnamed Threads user) that Rhaena may take on the identity of Nettles later in the story. They also debate the parentage of Sheepstealer, guessing at Vhagar or Dreamfire as the likely mother.The Velaryons on the BeachThe "Corlys has more than Rhaenyra" line gets pushback (Rhaenyra still has three living sons). The hosts liken the beach scene to a "secret meeting" and mourn how much House Velaryon has sacrificed for a cause that cost them Laenor and Laena outside of direct battle.Dark Sister's SymbolismDaemon gives Rhaenyra Jace's sword — Dark Sister, historically Visenya Targaryen's blade — for the execution. The hosts read this as deliberate: Visenya is remembered (rightly or wrongly) as the warrior-queen of the Conquest era, foreshadowing Rhaenyra's own turn toward decisive violence.The Execution & the ThroneMixed feelings on how the final walk to the Iron Throne was shot — visually stunning (deliberately echoing Viserys's own labored walk) but "heavy-handed" in symbolism. The hosts push back on audience discomfort with Rhaenyra's visible grief while executing Otto, arguing it's a more honest portrayal than the "affectless" violence typically rewarded on this show.Historical Parallels — Who Is Rhaenyra?An extended comparison to real English queens: initially set up like Elizabeth I (diplomat, problem-solver, besieged claim), but the hosts argue the writing is now trending toward Mary I ("Bloody Mary") — a traumatized, zealous ruler shaped by grief and a singular obsessive belief (the prophecy standing in for Mary's Catholicism). Alicent is compared to Margaret Beaufort — a soft-power operator rather than a battlefield figure.Succession Planning CritiqueThe hosts argue Viserys's biggest leadership failure wasn't naming Rhaenyra heir — it was failing to rebuild his council around people who'd actually support her once he was gone, leaving Otto and Alicent in place far too long.

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.

Reposted from Dragon ‘Cast, which you can find and subscribe to at: podcastica.com/podcast/dragon-cast — This week Wendy, Veronica and Renny shed some tears as they talk about this sad but awesome episode that gives us the aftermath of the battle of the gullet along with intrigue in King's Landing, fire and blood at Harrenhal, reunions on the beach and in the mountains, and all the dragon action a viewer could want. Episode two presents a compelling follow-up to the season opener. Next up: House of the Dragon S3E3. Once you've seen it, let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragons@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Enjoying our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragon-cast-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms/id1640535923 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31IJ1AFvvn800nlmlLy8Xu?si=4bdd8f2deccd4063  Or just search for “Dragon ‘Cast” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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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