Podcasts about A Song of Ice and Fire

Series of epic fantasy novels by George R. R. Martin

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A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 20 & 21 (Reek II & Jon V)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 99:46


In this episode, Nav is the Onion Knight.---------------Review Contest InfoHey Symposium listeners! Have you ever listened to our ASOIAF coverage and wanted to chime in live with your thoughts or wanted us to cover a property of your choice?  Introducing the Symposium Review Contest! The contest is open now and closes on August 31, 2026.Here's how you can enter: Leave us a 5-star review on any pod-catcher and send us a screenshot to earn an entry. You can leave reviews on as many platforms as you want and each screenshot counts as an entry.If you want an extra incentive, every review you submit on or before April 30, 2026 will be counted as 2 entries.If you win, you get to pick one of the following 3 options:Option 1: Join us for a ASOIAF wrap-up episode after we have read ADWD.Option 2: Get us to watch or read or otherwise consume a piece of media to cover on the podcast.Option 3: Same as Option 2 but you get you also be on the podcast with us. We will have a minimum of 2 winners. One winner will be the person who earned the most entries. And a second winner will be chosen through random draw. If interest is high, a third winner may be chosen. So, folks, get those reviews in on or before August 31, 2026! We look forward to chatting in Fall of 2026!---------------Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Thirty-Three - Tyrion 8 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 68:12


Send us a textTyrion, Jorah, and Penny are at sea. Tyrion and Penny make peace, Jorah broods. The priest Moqorro wants them to make haste, he's seen nasty shadows headed towards Daenerys and wants to be there to protect her. Mackelly and Simon take their Dramamine.Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister is aboard the Selaesori Qhoran AKA “the Stinky Steward,” captained by a sour-faced man, but he's not commanding this journey, that would be the priest of R'Hllor Moqorro. Penny is keeping to herself, and Ser Jorah is brusque and unpleasant as always.Tyrion slowly ingratiates himself with Penny, and they start a friendship. She still blames him for her brother's death and the fact that she no longer has an act. He is confident that Daenerys will take Penny into her service. It takes coming through a tumultuous storm to make the young girl realize that she wants to live. They sail close to the ruins of Valyria, closer than the crew would like. Moqorro is insisting on haste though, because he's seen a vision of shadows closing on the young Queen in Meereen and wants to be with her as soon as possible.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister whom he recently murdered. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Ser Jorah Mormont - Twice-disgraced knight of the Seven Kingdoms. In love with Daenerys.Benerro - High priest of R'hllor in Volantis.Moqorro - Priest of R'hllor.Penny - Dwarf who performed at Joffrey's wedding. Her brother Oppo was murdered. Selaesori Qhoran - Trading cog, the ugliest ship Tyrion has ever seen. Her name means “fragrant steward.”Valyria - Fabled city in the south of Essos. Destroyed in the Doom, the fires of which continue to burn hundreds of years later. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 268: Brienne VIII - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 98:32


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 43rd chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:24:25 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Thirty-Two - Reek 3 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 66:57


Send us a textReek/Theon is taken aside by Roose Bolton, to Ramsay's dismay. Roose gives Ramsay some fatherly advice and takes Reek to meet w Lady Dustin, she is unimpressed. Simon and Mackelly speculate as to what Bolton senior is plotting. Chapter Review:Reek watches as Ramsay Bolton returns empty-handed from a hunt to find three missing Freys. Only the Bolton's need to keep the Dustins and Ryswells on-board is keeping Ramsay's anger in check. As Ramsay and company feast, they're interrupted by Lord Roose Bolton, who orders everyone out except Ramsay and Reek.He's decided that Ramsay should marry “Arya” at Winterfell. Strong symbolism for the northern lords. In the meantime, he needs to borrow Reek. Ramsay warns his captive not to blab his secrets and remember every word his father utters.As they ride to Barrow Hall, Roose admits to Reek that he believes Ramsay murdered his trueborn son Domeric, and a similar fate awaits any issue from his new marriage to Walda Frey. He takes Reek to Lady Barbrey Dustin, who thinks that Theon has lost his mind. Roose assures her that it won't matter. Characters/Places/Names/Events:Reek - Broken shell of Theon Greyjoy.Ramsay Bolton - Newly legitimized son of Roose Bolton. Nasty piece of work.Roose Bolton - Lord of the Dreadfort and Warden of the North.Arya Stark - Youngest daughter of Ned and Catelyn Stark. Princess of Winterfell.Jeyne Poole - Daughter of the former steward of Winterfell Vayon Poole. Captured by the Lannisters and now being paraded as Arya Stark.Barbrey Dustin - Lady of House DustinBarrow Hall - Seat of House Dustin. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 267: Alayne II - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 113:37


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 42nd chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:37:25 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 18 & 19 (Tyrion V & Davos III)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 114:03


In this episode, Harmat hopes against all odds.Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Thirty-One - Melisandre 1 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 68:09


Send us a textMelisandre sees much and more in her flames. She counsels Jon Snow and unveils a shocking truth about Rattleshirt. She reveals that her sorcery isn't as easy as she lets on and how Jon can both save Arya and keep his Night's Watch vows. Simon and Mackelly sift through the flames and try not to get burned.Chapter Review:Melisandre searches the flames for Stannis and the girl on a dying horse. She doesn't find her king or the girl but does see much else, including omens of Jon Snow. She reflects on her past and the dangers of misinterpreting prophecy.She sends for Rattleshirt to rescue the girl she insists is Arya Stark. One of her earlier predictions to Jon comes to fruition, as three rangers' heads are found on spikes north of the Wall. Jon asks her to look for the other six men in her flames and she asks him to attend her in her chambers. There Jon is stunned to find Rattleshirt. Melisandre tells Jon that Rattleshirt is the answer to Jon's needs. He can rescue Arya while Jon stays at Castle Black and fulfills his Night's Watch vows. Jon will not have this murderer anywhere near his sister. Melisandre is left with no choice. She removes the glamor and Rattleshirt transforms into Mance Rayder.Melisandre admits the man who burned earlier was Rattleshirt glamored as Mance. She reiterates that Mance is Jon's best bet to save Arya. This opportunity is a gift to Jon from the Lord of Light… and Melisandre.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Melisandre of Asshai – Red Woman of Ashaii. Priestess of R'Hllor, the Lord of Light.Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Lord Commander of the Night's Watch.Stannis Baratheon – Claimant to the Iron Throne. Believed by Melisandre to be Azor Ahai reborn.Asor Ahai - Hero from legend. Thought to have once vanquished the darkness from the world.Mance Rayder – King-beyond-the-Wall, glamored to appear as Rattleshirt.Rattleshirt (Lord of Bones) – Wildling chief, burned in Mance's stead.Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Thirty - Daenerys 5 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 73:39


Send us a textDaenerys comes to the realization that she cannot face her internal and external threats alone, and must marry Hizdahr zo Loraq. Simon and Mackelly fuss over the bride-to-be.Chapter Review:Daenerys Targaryen clashes with Admiral Groleo. He wants her to unleash the dragons on the blockading ships, she wants him to build ships and fight her enemies. Thus far Hizdahr zo Loraq has been true to his word: 26 days with no murders.Skahaz mo Kandaq, the Shavepate, has been spying on Hizdahr and reports that he has visited 11 of the great families' pyramids. The Shavepate is convinced that Hizdahr has this kind of control because he is in control - and thinks a bit of firm questioning would draw out a confession. Daenerys doesn't doubt Skahaz' ability to extract information, she just doubts its usefulness.The Green Grace reports that a rider has come from Astapor bringing the Bloody Flux with him. More refugees follow and Daenerys determines that they will be kept outside the city walls with an attempt made to keep the sick away from the healthy. Brown Ben Plum returns and also encourages Dany to use her dragons. She is unmoved. But on reflection she realizes that she cannot face the external threat until she's suppressed the internal one. To cut that knot she decides she must marry Hizdahr.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Daenerys Targaryen - Last remaining descendent of the royal Targaryen line, Stormborn, Mother of Dragons, claimant to the Iron Throne of Westeros. Queen of Meereen.Unsullied - Eunuch slave soldiers. Renowned for their fighting prowess. Barristan Selmy - Former Lord Commander of the Kingsguard in King's Landing. Now Lord Commander of Daenerys' Queensguard.Reznak mo Reznak - Ghiscari seneschal of Meereen.Skahaz mo Kandaq - aka Shavepate. Ghiscari noble of Meereen. Convert to Dany's cause. Despised by the Sons of the Harpy.Hizdahr zo Loraq - Noble of Meereen, wants the fighting pits reopened.Daario Naharis - Leader of the sellsword company the Stormcrows.Second Sons - A sellsword company in Essos, led by Brown Ben Plumm.Meereen - Largest city on Slaver's Bay. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 266: The Princess In The Tower - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 122:16


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 41st chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:44:00 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 16 & 17 (Daenerys III & Jon IV)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 113:26


In this episode, let us eat cake!Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Nine - Davos 4 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 68:16


Send us a textDavos isn't dead. The Manderlys' animosity was all for show. They know the Freys lie. But they're not ready to join Stannis yet. However, if Davos can find and return Rickon Stark, then that would seal the deal. Mackelly and Simon debate who that might be.Chapter Review:Davos Seaworth is kept waiting for his execution. The gaoler refers to him as “The Dead Man,” but he's fed and has more than decent accommodation. After several days Robett Glover comes and takes him through secret and circuitous means to a chamber within earshot of obvious festivities.They're joined by Lord Wyman Manderly. He apologizes for the disrespect that Davos was shown. But while the Lannister, Frey, and Bolton alliance held his remaining son Wylis, he was forced to play along. But the feast that can be heard is to welcome the heir home - and Lord Wyman can let the mask slip a little. A ruse was pulled, a criminal was made to look like Davos and executed - his head and hands were displayed above the walls, heavily tarred and distorted with an onion in the mouth.Davos is ready to seal the alliance between Stannis and the Manderlys. But lord Wyman's not there yet - the Bolton's are cementing their claim to the North by marrying Arya Stark, but courtesy of Theon's former squire Wex, they know where Rickon Stark is. If Davos can return their rightful liege lord to them, then Stannis will have his ally. Cannibal-island is the destination - sounds fun!Characters/Places/Names/Events:Davos Seaworth - Hand of the King to King Stannis Baratheon.Stannis Baratheon - King of the Seven Kingdoms.Wyman Manderly - Lord of White Harbor.Wylis Manderly - Heir to White Harbor, former captive of the Lannisters.Wynafryd Manderly - Elder daughter of Wylis and Leona.Wylla Manderly - Younger daughter of Wylis and Leona.Rhaegar Frey - A Frey.Jared Frey - Another Frey.Robett Glover - Brother of Galbart Glover, Master of Deepwood Motte.Rickon Stark - Youngest son of Ned and Catelyn Stark.Wex - Former squire of Theon Greyjoy, one of the few survivors of the Sack of Winterfell.White Harbor - Only city in the North and its chief port.White Knife - Major river in the North that empties into the Bite at White Harbor. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 265: Cersei IX - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 104:25


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 40th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:28:20 - Spoiler Section

AMI Audiobook Review
Classic Book Review: "A Song of Ice and Fire"

AMI Audiobook Review

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 28:01


In this classic throwback, Jacob Shymanski and Aamer Khan review George R. R. Martin's 1996 fantasy novel series “A Song of Ice and Fire” which includes “A Game of Thrones.” They break down the pros and cons of the book including its multiple plotlines, slow pace and world building. Plus, they consider how HBO's television adaptation of the series stacks up.   AMI Audiobook Review is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes three new podcast episodes a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Follow AMI Audiobook Review on YouTube & Instagram!We want your feedback!Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up! Our email address is: audiobookreview@ami.caAbout AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Eight - Jon 6 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 73:18


Send us a textJon makes a controversial choice for his ranging crew, gets unexpectedly bested in the yard, gets even more unexpected news out of Barrowtown, and receives a pair of impactful prophecies from Melisandre. Jenny and Mackelly break down Jon's busy day.Chapter Review:Lord Commander Jon Snow has commanded nine Night's Watch brothers to range north of the Wall. One of those nine is Ser Alliser Thorne, who is not happy about the assignment. He tells Jon that if he dies by an Other's blade, he'll be back for Jon as a wight. Afterward in the yard, Jon spars with three green recruits at once, easily defeating them. Rattleshirt is unimpressed and challenges Jon to fight a real man. When the fight begins, Jon is surprised by Rattleshirt's prowess with a sword. Eventually, the wildling has to be dragged off Jon.Clydas interrupts with a letter from Barrowtown bearing the seal of House Bolton. Warden of the North Roose Bolton has returned and requires fealty from the lords of the kingdom. He also wishes for their attendance to celebrate the marriage of his son Ramsay to… Arya Stark. Jon is stunned. He thought his sister died in King's Landing.That evening he runs into Melisandre alone in the yard. She foretells him that his sister Arya will arrive at Castle Black, fleeing her forced marriage. She then bonds with Ghost, much to Jon's surprise. She tells Jon that three of the rangers he sent north will not survive. Jon will only find their eyeless heads. When these two prophecies come true, she hopes Jon will have faith in her and let her help his sister. Characters/Places/Names/Events:Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Lord Commander of the Night's Watch.Melisandre - The Red Woman of Ashaii. Priestess of R'hllor, the Lord of Light.Rattleshirt - Wildling leader.Ramsay Bolton - Son of Roose Bolton, the lord of the Dreadfort.Ghost - Jon's direwolf.Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 264: Jaime VI - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 104:19


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 39th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:32:00 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 14 & 15 (Tyrion IV & Davos II)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 96:02


In this episode, both of our besties are about to enter danger zones.Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Seven - Tyrion 7 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 71:17


Send us a textTyrion and Ser Jorah make it to Volantis where Tyrion seeks escape. But when he finds out that they're headed to Daenerys, not Cersei, his outlook changes markedly. Mackelly and Simon refuse to take the bait.Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister arrives in Volantis as a prisoner of Ser Jorah Mormont. He tries all his tricks to wheedle out of his predicament but gets nowhere. In the city, they see the High Priest of R'hllor preaching a pro-Daenerys message to a multitude of slaves, who are here for all of it. Tyrion feels the same atmosphere as when King's Landing rioted.They learn that the Golden Company is headed to Westeros, and the Triarchs are happy to help. Tyrion is amazed that Aegon took his bait. But wonders if it is a ruse, and that Griff's destination remains Meereen.They meet the Widow of the Waterfront, a wizened former slave and business-woman. Ser Jorah asks for passage, not to King's Landing, but to Meereen! Tyrion is ecstatic. Jorah tanks his way into her bad books, but the situation is saved when Penny, a dwarf, attacks Tyrion. Her brother died at the hands of those seeking Cersei's favor, and she blames Tyrion. She is thwarted, but the Widow arranges passage for Tyrion and Jorah on a ship purportedly heading for Qarth.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister whom he recently murdered. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Ser Jorah Mormont - Twice-disgraced knight of the Seven Kingdoms. In love with Daenerys.Benerro - High priest of R'hllor in Volantis.Widow of the Waterfront - Businesswoman of Volantis. Old and wise.Penny - Dwarf who performed at Joffrey's wedding. Her brother Oppo was murdered. Griff (Jon Connington) - Sellsword in service to Ilyrio Mopatis. Lord of Griffin's Roost. Stripped of his titles and exiled by King Aerys for perceived failures during Robert's Rebellion.Young Griff (Aegon Targaryen) - Griff's foster son. Now revealed to be Rhaegar and Ellia's son Aegon. Saved from murder in the Sack of King's Landing by a Varys switcheroo.Volantis - Largest of the nine free cities of Essos. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 263: Brienne VII - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 100:36


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 38th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:27:05 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Six - The Wayward Bride - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 74:58


Send us a textAsha Greyjoy learns that Theon lives, that previous kingsmoots have been contested, that Tris Botley is not interested in a thruple, and that where there's five northmen there's probably 3000. Simon and Mackelly wish that our favorite Kraken could find happiness.Chapter Review:At Deepwood Motte, Asha receives a letter from Ramsay Bolton written in ironborn blood, that includes a party-favor of some of Theon's skin. She had thought her brother dead. She has sex with Qarl the Maid. While he sleeps she gets a snack and meets her other love interest Tris Botley. They speak of future plans but she's dismissive and quite cruel. He reminds her of a historical kingsmoot that was overturned when the heir-apparent was not invited. A lightbulb goes off, but is immediately forgotten when war-horns sound. The northern clans have come. Her ironborn make for their longships, but the woods and the dark confound them. The battle is brutal and protracted and Asha eventually succumbs to a Northern axe, but as he loses consciousness she hears trumpets and sees a fiery stag.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Asha Greyjoy - Princess of the Iron Islands.Qarl the Maid - Beardless lover of Asha.Tris Botley - Childhood sweetheart of Asha.Dagmar Cleftjaw - Ironborn Captain, currently holding Torren's Square.Ramsay Bolton - Self-styled Lord of Winterfell.Theon Greyjoy - Asha's brother, captive of Ramsay and now broken into a creature known as Reek.Deepwood Motte - Wooden castle in the northwest of the North. Seat of House Glover. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 262: Cersei VIII - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 111:09


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 37th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:27:25 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 12 & 13 (Reek I & Bran II)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 111:52


In this episode, we discuss Nav's evil genius and both our memory mess-ups.Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter 25 - The Windblown - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 46:37


Send us a textQuentyn Martell and his traveling companions joined up with the Windblown to get to Slaver's Bay. Now it's time to ditch their new friends and turn their cloaks to Daenerys Targaryen's side of the war. The timing of the move is integral. However, before they can make their break, they catch a break that makes their task a whole lot easier. Simon and Mackelly offer them fresh brown cloaks to turn.Chapter Review:Prince Quentyn Martell and his traveling companions survived the siege of Astapor, having signed up with the sellsword company the Windblown to earn passage to Slaver's Bay. Now, under the direction of the Yunkai generals, the company is turning their sights to Meereen. Quentyn knows it's time to desert before they end up fighting against the very woman he's been sent to marry. The task is easier said than done, as they have made friends in the company. Making matters worse, rumors are spreading around the camps about the horrible atrocities Daenerys has committed, causing the prince to second-guess his marriage plans.The Tattered Prince, the leader of the Windblown, has been given instructions to keep Astapori refugees away from Yunkai, as many carry the bloody flux. They are to turn them back to Astapor or drive them toward Meereen. However, the sellsword captain has his own plans. He assembles many Westerosi-born members of the company and orders them to secretly defect to Dany's side. He figures their Westerosi roots will make a good cover story for their defection to the Targaryen queen. That way, whichever side emerges the victor, the Windblown will come out on top.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Quentyn Martell - "Frog" - Eldest son, and second child of Prince Doran Martell of Dorne.Gerris Drinkwater - "Dink" - Quentyn's companion.Archibald Yronwood - “Greenguts” - Final member of the trio.Windblown - Sellsword company that has entered the fight against Daenerys Targaryen.Tattered Prince - Captain of the Windblown.Daenerys Targaryen - Last remaining descendent of the royal Targaryen line, Stormborn, Mother of Dragons, claimant to the Iron Throne of Westeros. Queen of Meereen. Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 261: Samwell IV - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 107:58


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 36th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:22:45 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Four - Lost Lord - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 70:33


Send us a textJon Connington and Aegon Targaryen meet the Golden Company. The route to Daenerys is closed, so the young prince suggests that instead they head West. Connington, infected with greyscale, is impressed. Simon and Mackelly carefully examine their extremities.Chapter ReviewGriff, Jon Connington, leads young Griff, Aegon Targaryen, to the encampment of the Golden Company. They are led to the commander's tent. Within Homeless Harry Strickland is bathing his sore toes, Connington is not impressed. He'd been uncertain of his reception as he had left the company in disgrace a dozen years earlier. However, the assembled captains appear to be aware of the ruse and the contract with Ilyrio Mopatis to fight for Young Griff. The prince's true identity is revealed to a lack of surprise. Talk turns to how they might get him to Daenerys. All routes seem problematic. Eventually Aegon himself offers an alternative. He is the only dragon they need. Why not go to Westeros and stake his claim there? Daenerys can have Meereen. The captains rally to this call and Connington is impressed by his young charge. Aegon is taken to meet the men, with the Young Griff persona back in place. Meanwhile Connington examines his fingers that are clearly showing the signs of greyscale. He hopes that he can live long enough to see his Prince back on the throne and for his bones to be laid to rest in Griffin's Roost.Young Griff/Aegon Targaryen - Teenage nephew of Daenerys. Believed murdered in the sack of King's Landing.Griff/Jon Connington - exiled lord of Westeros. Loyal to the Targaryens. Raised young Griff as his foster child.Homeless Harry Strickland - Commander of the Golden CompanyGolden Company - Essos based company of sell-swords. Trace their lineage back to the Blackfyre rebels.  Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 260: Cat of the Canals - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 118:12


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 35th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:36:50 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 10 & 11 (Jon III & Daenerys II)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 133:06


In this episode, the 16-year-old leaders be making decisions as such.Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Three - Daenerys 4 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 75:28


Send us a textDaenerys agrees to marry Hizdahr zo Loraq as long as he can bring peace within Meereen. This news leads to tension with Daario Naharis. Simon and Mackelly love a soapy love triangle.Chapter Review:Daenerys Targaryen dines with Galazza Galare, the Green Grace. The older woman is glad to see that the hostage-wards are still in one piece, despite continued provocation from the Sons of the Harpy. Dany cannot bring herself to hurt the children. Galazza has a suggestion for the queen: marry a Ghiscari. This will cement her position and give her support with the Great Masters. Her suggestion is Hizdahr zo Loraq. Dany meets with Hizdahr, and while there is no love and affection, he promises that he can bring peace to Meereen. She demands 90 days of no killing and she'll marry him on the 91st. Hizdahr rushes to comply.Last meeting of the day is with Daario Naharis. He's not thrilled with the news and the pair get into a heated argument. Dany sends him away and orders Ser Barristan Selmy to keep Daario from her presence in the future. But nobody is buying it, least of all herself.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Daenerys Targaryen - Last remaining descendent of the royal Targaryen line, Stormborn, Mother of Dragons, claimant to the Iron Throne of Westeros.Unsullied - Eunuch slave soldiers. Renowned for their fighting prowess. Barristan Selmy - Former Lord Commander of the Kingsguard in King's Landing. Now Lord Commander of Dany's Queensguard. Reznak mo Reznak - Ghiscari seneschal of Meereen.Skahaz mo Kandaq "Shavepate"- Ghiscari noble of Meereen. Convert to Dany's cause. Despised by the Sons of the Harpy.Hizdahr zo Loraq - Noble of Meereen, wants the fighting pits reopened.Daario Naharis - Leader of the sellsword company the Stormcrows.Meereen - Largest city on Slaver's Bay. Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 259: Jaime V - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 99:34


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 34th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:27:05 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-Two - Tyrion 6 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 80:50


Send us a textTyrion isn't dead. But will have to (painfully) test himself for greyscale for the rest of his life. On a detour to a brothel during a fact-finding mission, he's waylaid by a bear-like Westerosi knight who plans to take him to the Queen. Mackelly and Simon wonder which queen?Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister wakes aboard the Shy Maid. His companions have pulled him from the river and are treating his extremities with vinegar to prevent greyscale infection. He must prick his extremities every few hours to check for loss of feeling.He talks to Young Griff (aka Aegon Targaryen) over a game of cyvasse. The young man shares what he's been told of his rescue. When things looked bad in King's Landing, Varys paid a tanner for his baby and smuggled the real Aegon across the Narrow Sea to Ilyrio Mopatis. Tyrion gives the young prince a few useful lessons, in particular not to expect a warm welcome from Aunty Daenerys. And to perhaps go to Dorne and lay his claim to the Iron Throne for himself. Then when they do reunite, it will be as equals.Tyrion visits Selhorys with Haldon. They learn that the Red Priests are singing Dany's praises, that she is Azor Ahai reborn. But that the nobility of the Rhoyne are very much opposed to her thwarting of the slave trade. Tyrion detours to a brothel where he drunkenly encounters a Westerosi knight, who calls him Imp, draws steel, and announces that he'll be taking Tyrion to the Queen.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister whom he recently murdered. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Griff (Jon Connington) - Sellsword in service to Ilyrio Mopatis. Lord of Griffin's Roost. Stripped of his titles and exiled by King Aerys for perceived failures during Robert's Rebellion.Young Griff (Aegon Targaryen) - Griff's foster son. Now revealed to be Rhaegar and Elia's son Aegon. Saved from murder in the sack of King's Landing by a Varys switcheroo.Haldon Half-maester - One of Griff's men.Septa Lemore - Septa who trains Young Griff in spiritual matters.Rhoyne River - Greatest river in Essos. Flows south to Volantis.Selhorys - Volantene town at the confluence of the Selhoru and the Rho Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 258: Cersei VII - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 98:05


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 33rd chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:22:30 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 7, 8 & 9 (Jon II, Tyrion III & Davos I)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 119:26


In this chapter, you won't hear it but Harmat killed a spider even though she's a vegetarian. I'm definitely not communicating the nuance of that moment. Ask her to clarify on Discord!Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty-One - Jon 5 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 63:20


Send us a textJon takes supplies to the Free Folk huddled in Mole's Town. They're not thrilled. But he has an offer: join the defence of the Wall and get full rations. Several heed the call. Mackelly and Simon (and Jon) wonder where the Free Folk's loyalties lie.Chapter Review:Jon Snow heads south to Mole's Town with wagons of supplies for the Free Folk. Along the way he sees newly carved faces in the trees. Clearly the conversion to R'hllor hasn't universally landed.The new residents emerge to find that Jon can only spare starvation rations. Squabbles and arguments break out. Jon has a war horn blown to quiet the crowd.He explains that the defenders of the Wall get more rations, they need their strength. Any of the Free Folk are welcome to join. They don't have to take the Black, they don't have to kneel, but they do have to obey orders. Sixty three wildlings take up the challenge, but the Thenns resist looking at Jon with disdain. Bowen Marsh has mixed feelings about the new recruits. Like Jon he's sure they'll fight the Others, but will they resist a Wildling attack?Characters/Places/Names/Events:Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Lord Commander of the Night's Watch.Stannis Baratheon - Surviving brother of dead King Robert Baratheon, claims the Iron Throne because Cersei's children are not Robert's.Melisandre - Red Woman of Ashaii. Priestess of R'Hllor, the Lord of Light.Bowen Marsh - Lord Steward of Castle Black.Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch.Mole's Town - Town south of Castle Black, mostly underground. Now populated by the Wildlings.Sigorn - Magnar of the Thenns. Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 257: Brienne VI - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 97:53


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 32nd chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:23:25 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twenty - Reek 2 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 72:09


Send us a textReek/Theon helps secure Moat Cailin for the Boltons. His ironborn brothers pay the ultimate price. Ramsay meets his new bride-to-be, but Theon sees through the Bolton ruse. Today Simon and Mackelly discuss difficult topics such as torture and self-harm. Please seek help for yourself or reach out to a friend who might be struggling with thoughts of self-harm.Chapter Review:Reek has been cleaned up and is pretending to be a prince of the Iron Islands. He is granted admission to Moat Cailin where he discovers his countrymen in a sorry state. They're sick, tired, and losing hope. They recognize Theon for what he was (Balon Greyjoy's son) and what he is (Ramsay's dog). He offers them terms: stay and die or be fed, treated, and freed to return to the Stony Shore.He has intel that Victarion is not coming back and that they've been abandoned and forgotten. This last silences dissent and the men agree. Only 63 men leave the towers to the incredulity of Ramsay's forces who felt they'd been fighting far more. Theon has a flash of pride for the ironborn.Ramsay is pleased with Theon and rewards him with meat, wine, and an upgrade in his quarters. Three days later Roose Bolton arrives with his new wife Walda Frey and Ramsay's fiancée Arya Stark. Reek recognizes Jeyne Poole by the eyes and the meek compliance.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Reek - Broken shell of Theon Greyjoy.Ramsay Bolton - Newly legitimized son of Roose Bolton. Nasty piece of work.Roose Bolton - Lord of the Dreadfort and Warden of the North.Arya Stark - Youngest daughter of Ned and Catelyn Stark. Princess of Winterfell.Jeyne Poole - Daughter of the former steward of Winterfell Vayon Poole. Captured by the Lannisters and now being paraded as Arya Stark.Moat Cailin - Ancient stronghold within the Neck. Protects the north from attack from the south. Support the showSupport us: Shop at our GoH merchandise store. Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www...

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 256: Jaime IV - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 90:59


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 31st chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:21:50 - Spoiler Section

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium
A Dance With Dragons - Chapters 4, 5 & 6 (Bran I, Tyrion II & The Merchant's Man)

A Song of Ice and Fire Symposium

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 95:36


In this episode, we carry an efficient palanquin.Discord: https://discord.gg/h8QBg3RGfxEmail: popculturesymposium@gmail.comInstagram and Facebook: @popculturesymposiumMusic by Maria Mihaylova (Maria's YouTube)Support the show

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Nineteen - Davos 3 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 69:15


Send us a textDavos meets with Lord Wyman in front of a packed court. The Freys blame a most unlikely culprit for the Red Wedding. Davos' arguments for the Manderlys backing King Stannis fall on deaf ears, minus one. Ultimately, Lord Wyman makes his final decision; off with his head (and hands). Mackelly and Simon light a candle to the Father.Chapter Review:Davos Seaworth is brought before the Merman's Court. He'd hoped for a private audience with Lord Wyman Manderly, but the hall is packed with a host of people and a mischief of Freys. Davos makes his pitch for why the Manderlys should side with Stannis, but it doesn't go well. Wyllis Manderly (the heir) is a captive of the Lannisters and the family don't want to risk his life.The Freys spin an incredible yarn of their version of the Red Wedding: Robb Stark and his men turned into wolves and attacked everyone. Wendel Manderly died defending the Lord Walder Frey. Davos would use an exploding head emoji. Only Wyllis' daughter Wylla sides with Davos: they killed the Starks, they killed my uncle, how could we side with them?Rhaegar Frey argues that Robb abandoned the North, then abandoned the Riverlands. Lord Wyman agrees but not before a flash of disgust registers on his face. He orders that Davos be taken away and executed.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Davos Seaworth - Hand of the King to King Stannis Baratheon.Stannis Baratheon - King of the Seven Kingdoms.Wyman Manderly - Lord of White Harbor.Lady Leona Manderly - Wife of Wylis Manderly.Wylis Manderly - Heir to White Harbor, captive of the Lannisters.Wynafryd Manderly - Elder daughter of Wylis and Leona.Wylla Manderly - Younger daughter of Wylis and Leona.Rhaegar Frey - A Frey.Jared Frey - Another Frey.White Harbor - Only city in the North and its chief port.White Knife - Major river in the North that empties into the Bite at White Harbor. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Steve Talks Books
Weekly Reading & Podcast Update | Adaptations and the Future of Fantasy Shows

Steve Talks Books

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 24:48


In this episode, Steve provides a weekly update on his reading journey, discussing various books including 'The Crossing' and 'Malazan Memories of Ice'. He shares insights on comic book readings, particularly the X-Men series, and reflects on the challenges of podcasting and conducting interviews. The conversation also delves into George R.R. Martin's writing process and the future of 'A Song of Ice and Fire', as well as the complexities of adapting popular literature into television shows.More info on Crossed: https://pagechewing.com/exploring-crossed/Send us a messageSupport the showFilm Chewing Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2235582/followLens Chewing on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lenschewingSpeculative Speculations: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/speculative-speculationsSupport the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/7EQ7XWFUP6K9EJoin Riverside.fm: https://riverside.fm/?via=steve-l

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 255: The Reaver - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 114:05


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 30th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:30:30 - Spoiler Section

Murder Sheet
The Cheat Sheet: Dragons and Daughters

Murder Sheet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 54:57


This episode was originally published on The Murder Sheet's main feed on June 6, 2025.The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from Washignton, Indiana, Florida, and Georgia.Puck News on the recent artificial intelligence cases: https://puck.news/what-happens-when-ai-gets-sued-and-loses/?utm_campaign=The+Daily+Courant+-+SUBSCRIBERS+%285%2F28%2F25%29&utm_content=The+Daily+Courant+-+SUBSCRIBERS+%285%2F28%2F25%29&utm_medium=email_action&utm_source=customer.io&utm_term=f6c60606bf3de0bb0bUSA Today on the suicide of Sewell Setzer III: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/10/23/sewell-setzer-iii/75814524007/Pre-order our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Eighteen - Tyrion 5 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 76:37


Send us a textTyrion floats down the Rhoyne through the unnatural fog of the Sorrows. He divulges top secret information before unwillingly taking a swim in the eerie waters. Mackelly and Simon reach for their goggles.Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister and his companions aboard the Shy Maid have reached a ruined city along the Rhoyne now called the Sorrows. A mysterious, unnatural fog surrounds the Shy Maid, unsettling its passengers. Passing ruins like the Palace of Love, Tyrion reflects on Tysha and Jaime's betrayal.A man aboard the Kingfisher, a boat traveling in the opposite direction, calls out to them. Yandry asks about news from Volantis. The man says the city will be engaged in the war by the end of the year. This bothers Griff, Illyrio Mopatis has paid one of the city's triarchs many times over for the man's support of Dany.Nearing the Bridge of Dream, Griff orders Young Griff below to avoid the dangerous stone men. When he resists, Tyrion reveals he knows Young Griff's true identity and urges him to obey. Tyrion also exposes Griff as Jon Connington, former Hand of the King and Rhaegar's friend. For his final party trick, Tyrion outs himself as Tyrion of House Lannister. Though they initially pass the bridge safely, they somehow pass beneath the bridge a second time. This time they are ambushed by stone men. Tyrion saves Young Griff but is pulled into the river.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister whom he murdered. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Griff - Sellsword in service to Ilyrio Mopatis.Young Griff - Griff's son. Cared about by many.Haldon Half-Maester - One of Griff's men.Ser Rolly “Duck” Duckworth - Westerosi knight, who serves Griff.Septa Lemore - Septa who trains Young Griff in spiritual matters.Yandry and Ysilla - Owners of the Shy Maid. Orphans of the Greenblood.Rhoyne River - Greatest river in Essos. Flows south to Volantis.Sorrows - Ruined city of Chroyane. Now occupied by stone men. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Seventeen - Jon 4 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 73:26


Send us a textJon tours the quickly dwindling food stores of the Night's Watch and then is summoned by King Stannis. The king offers Jon a surprising gift, then adds to the shock by revealing his risky plan to win the north. Jon redirects him to a new plan that is safer and has huge upsides. Mackelly and Simon fear that Stannis is not earning their loyalty.Chapter Review:Jon Snow joins Bowen Marsh to inspect winter food stores held beneath Castle Black. Despite past generosity from lords and a long summer, feeding Stannis' army and wildlings has depleted supplies. Marsh proposes winter rations early. Jon agrees, knowing it'll cause unrest.Jon later meets Stannis, Melisandre, and others in the king's solar. Stannis gifts Jon a controlled Rattleshirt as a soldier. Discussion turns to Mors Umber's terms for support. Stannis hesitates, but Jon urges acceptance, warning that rejecting Mors' terms would turn the North against him. Stannis reveals plans to take the Dreadfort, but Jon argues the Boltons will return too soon and crush Stannis' force. Pressed to arm wildlings, Jon reluctantly offers basic gear, wary of violating the Night's Watch vows. Privately, Stannis tempts Jon again with legitimization and Winterfell. Jon refuses but proposes recruiting Northern mountain clans instead. If successful, Stannis could retake Deepwood Motte and build support. Stannis likes the plan—but Jon's left with more mouths to feed.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Member of the Night's Watch.Stannis Baratheon - Surviving brother of dead King Robert Baratheon, claims the Iron Throne because Cersei's children are not Robert's.Melisandre - The Red Woman of Ashaii. Priestess of R'Hellor, the Lord of Light.Bowen Marsh - Lord Steward of Castle Black.Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch.Rattleshirt - Wildling leader who is despised  by the Night's Watch.Mors Umber - Co-castellan of Last Hearth, with his brother Hother. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

Morning Throners Podcast
Song of Ice and Fire Podcast 254: Cersei VI - A Feast For Crows

Morning Throners Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 114:16


Send us a textIn this episode Nelson, Jeff and Kyle discuss the 29th chapter of the book "A Feast For Crows" from the series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. In the first half of the podcast we go through the chapter chronologically with Kyle who is on his first read through (Spoiler Free), and in the second half Jeff and Nelson  dig into theories in a full spoiler section. If you have any Questions, Theories or just want to tell us anything we missed? Join our discord and talk about it with us and we can bring it up on the next episode!Checkout our discord to chat with us or for any podcast resources: https://discord.gg/2xNktUPUXD#asoiaf #asongoficeandfire Thanks to Dalton for Music!Thanks to jraijin on fiver for the art! Here is a link to his page: https://www.fiverr.com/jraijin▬ Non-Spoiler / Spoiler  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 - Spoiler Free 1:28:25 - Spoiler Section

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Sixteen - Daenerys 3 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 64:38


Send us a textDaenerys gets an offer she cannot refuse from Xaro XHoan Daxos. But she refuses and adds one more enemy to her list. Simon and Mackelly lose count.Chapter Review:Daenerys Targaryen is feasting Xaro Xhoan Daxos' dancers. He's here to plead with Daenerys for her hand in marriage and to take the 13 ships he's brought with him and to go back to Westeros.He makes a case for reinstating slavery, which she will not hear. She refuses his proposal, but she'll have her people inspect the ships the next day. She refuses to help Astapor in its war with Yunkai - which gets her spat on by the envoy Lord Ghael. The ships are sound and she accepts that part of the offer. But she won't leave Meereen, Xaro's obsequiousness vanishes. He threatens and insults her. She allows him to leave but the next day a bloody glove is sent to her - Qarth declares war.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Daenerys Targaryen - Last remaining descendent of the royal Targaryen line, Stormborn, Mother of Dragons, claimant to the Iron Throne of Westeros.Unsullied - Eunuch slave soldiers. Renowned for their fighting prowess. Barristan Selmy - Former Lord Commander of the Kingsguard in King's Landing. Now Daenerys' Lord Commander of her Queensguard.Strong Belwas - Eunuch former slave, sent by Illyrio Mopatis to keep Dany safe. Xaro Xhoan Daxos - Wealthy Qartheen merchant.Reznak mo Reznak - Ghiscari seneschal of Meereen.Skahaz mo Kandaq "Shavepate"- Ghiscari noble of Meereen. Convert to Dany's cause. Despised by the Sons of the Harpy.Hizdahr zo Loraq - Noble of Meereen, wants the fighting pits reopened.Daario Naharis - Leader of the sellsword company the Stormcrows.Second Sons - A sellsword company in Essos.Meereen - Largest city on Slaver's Bay. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Fifteen - Davos 2 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 71:37


Send us a textDavos reaches White Harbor. The intel he's able to pick up does not bode very well for his King Stannis. He wonders if he should have fled with Salladhor. Mackelly and Simon give him a pep talk.Chapter Review:Davos Seaworth arrives in White Harbor aboard the Merry Midwife. He's disguised as a common sailor. He notes signs of increased defense and military buildup. This could be good news, but then he sees the Lionstar at the dock, flying Tommen's colors. Inside the city, he sees many refugees who've fled down the White Knife to avoid Ramsay Bolton's tyranny. An apple seller tells him that the young men who arrive are being drafted into Lord Manderly's army. In a seedy winesink, Davos listens for gossip. It's mostly old news but he learns that Wyman Manderly's son is held by the Lannisters. Davos knows that he should have gone south with Salladhor Saan. Even Davos would sell out his king to save his son.But he's on a mission, so he climbs up to the palace. From this vantage he sees 23 new warships hiding behind a new jetty wall. Hope stirs once more - Lord Manderly has been busy.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Davos Seaworth - Hand of the King to King Stannis Baratheon.Stannis Baratheon - King of the Seven Kingdoms.Wyman Manderly - Lord of White Harbor.White Harbor - Only city in the North and its chief port.White Knife - Major river in the North that empties into the Bite at White Harbor.  Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Fourteen - Tyrion 4 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 55:48


Send us a textTyrion gets to know his new traveling companions, and, by dint of his cyvasse skills, some secrets about their mission. Mackelly and Simon consider their opening gambit.Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister wakes early on the Shy Maid. He watches with undisguised interest as Septa Lemore bathes in the river. She shows signs of having given birth at some prior point, but remains an attractive woman. Ysilla makes breakfast and keeps all at bay, with the exception of Young Griff whom she plies with more than he needs.Duck spars with Young Griff, Haldon teaches him languages, geography, geometry, and history. It seems that Tyrion will contribute to this expansive education: he's been tasked with writing down all he can recall about raising and breeding dragons. Haldon offers Tyrion a game of cyvasse while Young Griff studies further with Septa Lemore. Haldon has beaten Tyrion every previous game, so he eagerly accepts Tyrion's wager that the loser must share some secrets. Tyrion hustles to victory and when a giant turtle, known as the Old Man of the River, bellows close by, Tyrion thinks that wonders often herald the arrival of kings.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister whom he recently murdered. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Griff - Red-haired sellsword in service to Ilyrio Mopatis.Young Griff - Griff's son. Cared about by many.Haldon Half-Maester - One of Griff's men.Ser Rolly “Duck” Duckworth - Westerosi knight, who serves Griff.Septa Lemore - Septa who trains Young Griff in spiritual matters.Yandry and Ysilla - Owners of the Shy Maid. Orphans of the Greenblood.Ny Sar - City in Essos. Former home of Princess Nymeria before she led her people to Westeros.Rhoyne River - Rreatest river in Essos. Flows south to Volantis. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Thirteen - Bran 2 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 63:27


Send us a textBran Stark survives a run-in with wights and meets Children of the Forest and the three-eyed crow. Simon and Mackelly admire the plumage.Chapter Review:Bran Stark and his companions have reached the foot of a hill that contains their final destination. A warded cave halfway the side of the mountain. But Coldhands and other sensitives know that they are under attack from the undead. The entire group is exhausted and hungry. Meera is supporting Jojen, almost as much as Hodor is Bran.Sixty yards from the opening Hodor's leg is grabbed from below them. Wights emerge from beneath the snow. As wights surround them, Summer kills as many as he can, but Bran sees that it will be hopeless. In desperation, Bran takes control of Hodor and the combination of castle-forged steel, 7ft of bemuscled automaton, and Bran's laser-focus on staying alive alleviates the immediate danger.But the day is only won because a Child of the Forest intervenes to set the wights aflame. She gets the group into the cave, apart from Coldhands who cannot enter. Within Bran meets the three-eyed crow. He's been watching and waiting for Bran. He cannot give Bran back his ability to walk, but Bran will be able to fly.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Brandon Stark - Prince (now king?) of Winterfell. Paralyzed when pushed from a tower by Jamie Lannister.Hodor - Enormous but simple-minded helper of Bran.Meera Reed - Daughter of Howland Reed.Jojen Reed - Son of Howland Reed. Has green dreams that invariably come true.Summer - Bran's direwolf.Coldhands - Seemingly reanimated brother of the Night's Watch.Children of the Forest - Humanoid original inhabitants of Westeros.Greenseer - Leader of the Children of the Forest. Known to have magical abilities. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Twelve - Reek 1 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 57:04


Send us a textTheon Greyjoy has been tortured and abused into being Ramsay Bolton's latest Reek. He's going to be a part of Ramsay's plans to gain Winterfell by facilitating and witnessing Ramsay's wedding to Arya Stark. Simon and Mackelly are busy that day.Chapter Review:Reek has caught a rat and is eating it raw when the Walders Frey come to his dungeon. He's been summoned to attend his master Ramsay Bolton. Theon could overpower the two children, but he's tried escaping previously and it ended up with his fingers and toes being flayed.In the hall of the Dreadfort two northern lords attend Ramsay who claims that Reek was a gift from his father when Ramsay was a child. But the lords recognize Theon Greyjoy.Ramsay tells Theon that they're going to clean him up and that they ride to war so that Ramsay can marry Arya Stark. Reek is thrilled to be of service. Characters/Places/Names/Events:Reek - Broken shell of Theon Greyjoy.Ramsay Bolton - Newly legitimized son of Roose Bolton. Nasty piece of work.Arnolf Karstark - Castellan of Karhold.Hother Umber - Co-castellan of Last Hearth.Arya Stark - Youngest daughter of Ned and Catelyn Stark. Princess of Winterfell.Jeyne Poole - Daughter of the former steward of Winterfell Vayon Poole. Captured by the Lannisters and now being paraded as Arya Stark.The Dreadfort - Seat of House Bolton. Lives up to its name. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Eleven - Daenerys 2 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 77:36


Send us a textDaenerys comforts Missandei, whose brother has been murdered by the Sons of the Harpy. She gets spoilers from Quaithe and visits her chained dragons. Another bad day in Meereen. Mackelly and Simon consider free-range dragon rearing.Chapter Review:Daenerys Targaryen is again roused with news of loyal men being murdered by the Sons of the Harpy. Missandei's unsullied brother is amongst the victims. Dany decides the time has come to bring her unsullied back within the confines of the great pyramid, and to leave the policing of the city to freedmen. She'll tax the masters to pay their wages and take hostages to ensure there is no recurrence.She comforts Missandei who pledges herself to her queen. While the child sleeps, Daenerys bathes and is visited by Quaithe who tells her to trust nobody: The kraken and the dark flame, the lion and the griffin, the mummer's dragon, the sun's son, and the performed seneschal.In the morning, Hizdahr zo Loraq again argues for the fighting pits to be reopened, bringing freed slaves who made their name and living there as witnesses. Daenerys is more swayed than previously. After a discussion with Ser Barristan, she visits Rhaegel and Viserion who are chained up for Drogon's crimes. She feels awful.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Daenerys Targaryen - Last remaining descendent of the royal Targaryen line, Stormborn, Mother of Dragons, claimant to the Iron Throne of Westeros.Unsullied - Eunuch slave soldiers. Renowned for their fighting prowess. Barristan Selmy - Former Lord Commander of the Kingsguard in King's Landing. Missandei - Former child slave, now handmaid and interpreter to Daenerys. Reznak mo Reznak - Ghiscari seneschal of Meereen.Skahaz mo Kandaq - "The Shavepate" - Ghiscari noble of Meereen. Convert to Dany's cause. Despised by the Sons of the Harpy.Hizdahr zo Loraq - Noble of Meereen, wants the fighting pits reopened.Daario Naharis - Leader of the sellsword company the Stormcrows.Quaithe - Shadowbinder from Asshai.Second Sons - Sellsword company in Essos.Meereen - Largest city on Slaver's Bay. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Chapter Ten - Jon 3 - A Dance with Dragons | A Song of Ice and Fire (ASOIAF)

The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 70:25


Send us a textJon watches as Mance Rayder and the Horn of Joramun are consigned to the flames. Stannis displays Lightbringer and the free folk are invited to come through the Wall, to bend the knee, and to get a bowl of onion soup. Mackelly and Simon fear that Stannis is not earning their loyalty.Chapter Review:Jon Snow watches as Mance Rayder is dragged to his death. The former Brother of the Night's Watch and King Beyond the Wall is a broken man desperately pleading for his life and disavowing his kingship. He's put in a cage above a pit of kindling. Melisandre brings forth the Horn of Joramun, which if blown would have brought down the Wall and let the enemy in. She burns it in the pit, and the flames reach up to Mance.Acting on Jon's orders, several of his men loose shafts to put their former brother out of his misery. As the smell of burning flesh fills the courtyard, Stannis unsheathes Lightbringer, brighter than ever, and the gate through the Wall is opened. The Free Folk are allowed through - the promise of soup and safety from the terrors of winter convince most. But some resist.Stannis has them burn weirwood branches to show their conversion from the Old Gods to R'Hllor and to take the knee before him. All this was against Jon's advice. But Stannis is more interested in loyalty than love.Later, Jon discusses with Clydas the passage that Aemon left for Jon, which describes Lightbringer's heat. Stannis' sword is cold. Is straight arrow Stannis resorting to subterfuge?Characters/Places/Names/Events:Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Member of the Night's Watch.Stannis Baratheon - Surviving brother of dead King Robert Baratheon, claims the Iron Throne because Cersei's children are not Robert's.Melisandre - Red Woman of Ashaii. Priestess of R'Hellor, the Lord of Light.Maester Aemon - Elderly, blind maester of the Night's Watch.Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch.Ser Alliser Thorne - Senior member of the Night's Watch.Mance Rayder - King Beyond the Wall, a former brother of the Night's Watch. Support the showSupport us: Buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold, or become a sustainer and receive cool perks Donate to our cause Use our exclusive URL for a free 30-day trial of Audible Buy or gift Marriott Bonvoy points through our affiliate link Rate and review us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and elsewhere.Find us on social media: Discord Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal Facebook Instagram YouTube All Music credits to Ross Bugden:INSTAGRAM! : https://instagram.com/rossbugden/ (rossbugden) TWITTER! : https://twitter.com/RossBugden (@rossbugden) YOUTUBE! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kthxycmF25M