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Winter is coming—and so is a brand-new episode of The Art of Costume Podcast. This week, Spencer and Elizabeth travel to the Seven Kingdoms to revisit the groundbreaking costumes of Game of Thrones, the series that helped inspire this very podcast.From the rugged leathers of House Stark to the decadent silks and gold of House Lannister, all the way to the fire-kissed looks of House Targaryen, our hosts dive deep into the characters, silhouettes, textiles, and transformations that defined a cultural phenomenon. Expect talk of iconic capes (yes, including the infamous IKEA rugs), the chilling designs of the White Walkers, favorite looks, least-favorite choices, and—because how could we not—their honest thoughts on that final season.Sharpen your Valyrian steel and take a seat by the hearth—this is one journey through Westeros you won't want to miss.
Winter is coming—and so is a brand-new episode of The Art of Costume Podcast. This week, Spencer and Elizabeth travel to the Seven Kingdoms to revisit the groundbreaking costumes of Game of Thrones, the series that helped inspire this very podcast.From the rugged leathers of House Stark to the decadent silks and gold of House Lannister, all the way to the fire-kissed looks of House Targaryen, our hosts dive deep into the characters, silhouettes, textiles, and transformations that defined a cultural phenomenon. Expect talk of iconic capes (yes, including the infamous IKEA rugs), the chilling designs of the White Walkers, favorite looks, least-favorite choices, and—because how could we not—their honest thoughts on that final season.Sharpen your Valyrian steel and take a seat by the hearth—this is one journey through Westeros you won't want to miss.
On the Dancing with Dragons podcast, Tony and Minwa begin a new journey diving into the rich histories of the Westerosi families in A Song of Ice and Fire, starting with the ancient House Velaryon - from their Valyrian origins all the way to the events of House of the Dragon and even Game of Thrones. They discuss Corlys Velaryon and other interesting members of the family, and also share their thoughts on Gladiator 2.Support 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
The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of is back for a whole new season, and it begins with a once-in-a-lifetime auction: HBO and Heritage Auctions' official Game of Thrones auction. In this first of two episodes covering all the auction action, David and Ryan page through the massive catalog and pick their top 10? 15? 20? favorite things from the over 900(!) lots on offer. Join the guys as they pore over Valyrian steel, faceless faces, shields, banners, thrones (melted and unmelted), famous wheelchairs, armor, more Valyrian steel, catspaw daggers, Hound helmets, golden hands, dragon eggs, Dothrakiii, gowns, costumes, Hands of the king, and the legendary shame bell. It would be a shame to miss it. SHAME! Link to catalog PDF to follow along: https://entertainment.ha.com/c/s/d/frontmatter/7366_catalogpdf.pdf SDAMO - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/propspodcast/ SDAMO - Threads https://www.threads.net/@propspodcast SDAMO - Twitter https://twitter.com/propspodcast?lang=en SDAMO - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/propspodcast/ SDAMO - TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@props.podcast David Mandel - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davidhmandel/
You Promised Dragons and Gave Us Chattering Hens This Week on the Podcast, Brian and Darryl get around to reviewing the last 3 episodes of season 2 of House of the Dragon. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Deadpool 3 Box Office: 10:05 Dragon Stuff Season 2: 17:03 House of the Dragon (Season 2) Season 2 Out of 10 Inconsistent Starts and Stops Darryl: 7/10 Brain: 6.78/10 Episode 6 Episode Title: “Smallfolk” Written by: Eileen Shim Directed by: Andrij Parekh Air Date: July 21, 2024 Summary: Jason Lannister leads his army to the Golden Tooth. Aemond refuses vassal Humfrey Lefford’s request to fly there and provide support. Aemond wants Tyland Lannister to ally with the Triarchy to break the Velaryon blockade. Aemond orders Criston to march on Harrenhal and dismisses Alicent from the Small Council. Ser Steffon Darklyn, a distant Targaryen descendant, attempts to claim Seasmoke and is incinerated. Daemon continues having disturbing dreams and irrationally believes he is being poisoned. Aemond orders Larys to summon Otto Hightower to court. Aegon, slowly recovering, tells Aemond he remembers nothing about the battle. Gwayne Hightower assures Alicent that her youngest son, Daeron, is kind, unlike his brothers. Corlys appoints his illegitimate son, Alyn of Hull, his flagship’s first mate. Meanwhile, Alyn’s brother, Addam, is pursued by Seasmoke. Mysaria’s spies spread rumors that the royals regularly feast while smallfolk starve. Mysaria sends food-laden Targaryen boats to King’s Landing. The grateful citizens fight over limited supplies, causing a riot that Alicent and Helaena barely survive. Mysaria tells Rhaenyra that her father sexually abused her and why she is loyal. They passionately kiss. Upon hearing Seasmoke has a new rider, Rhaenyra leaves on Syrax to confront them. Episode 7 Episode Title: “The Red Sowing” Written by: David Hancock Directed by: Loni Perstere Air Date: July 28, 2024 Summary: Rhaenyra confronts Addam of Hull, Seasmoke’s new rider, who pledges fealty to her. Dismayed at being removed from the Small Council, Alicent retreats to the Kingswood. Larys pushes Grand Maester Orwyle to accelerate Aegon’s recovery. While departing the Eyrie with the young princes, Rhaena leaves to find the wild dragon. Mysaria tells Rhaenyra to search for Targaryen dragonseeds (bastards with Valyrian blood) in King’s Landing as potential dragonriders. The new Lord Paramount, Oscar Tully, offers Daemon allegiance but denounces his nefarious behavior. He demands Daemon’s contrition and to mete out justice for allowing war atrocities; Daemon then executes Willem Blackwood for slaughtering the Brackens. Daemon has another vision of Viserys, who asks if he truly wants the crown and its burden. Jace confronts Rhaenyra, arguing that bastard dragonriders could challenge the Targaryens’ power and threaten the succession due to his illegitimate birth. At Rhaenyra’s command, Elinda and Alyn deliver the dragonseeds to Dragonstone, Hugh, and Ulf among them. Vermithor kills many dragonseeds until Hugh claims him; meanwhile, Ulf claims Silverwing and flies over King’s Landing. Aemond pursues him on Vhagar but nearing Dragonstone, he quickly retreats upon seeing Rhaenyra with Syrax, Vermithor, and Silverwing. Episode 8 Episode Title: “The Queen Who Ever Was” Written by: Sara Hess Directed by: Greeta Vasant Patel Air Date: August 4, 2024 Summary: Tyland Lannister allies with the Triarchy, but must first defeat Admiral Sharako Lohar in mud-wrestling; he wins, impressing her. Larys urges Aegon to exile themselves in Braavos where Harrenhal’s gold is stashed, then reclaim the throne following the war. After a long search, Rhaena finds the wild dragon. Gwayne challenges Criston, who regrets the war. A rage-fueled Aemond destroys Sharp Point with Vhagar. Rhaenyra, who hoped to have more dragonriders would deter conflict, declares war. Ulf’s boorish behavior angers Jace. Alyn rebuffs Corlys’s attempts at reconciliation. Rhaenyra and Addam fly to Harrenhal after Simon Strong sends a warning that Daemon may be traitorous. Alys leads Daemon to a weirwood tree where he foresees a future including a White Walker and Daenerys Targaryen; seeing himself as part of a larger story, he swears fealty to Rhaenyra. Helaena refuses Aemond’s demand to fly Dreamfyre into battle and foresees that he will die in the war. Alicent secretly travels to Dragonstone, offering to surrender King’s Landing to Rhaenyra in exchange for her and her family’s safety; Rhaenyra insists Aegon must die to ensure the transition. Otto is briefly seen captive in a cell. Westeros prepares for war. 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Did y'all know that winter is coming? Its not just the Starks that say it, now the Targaryen's say it too, and in high Valyrian. Anyway, we must now wait another two years for more House of the Dragon, but we are getting more Westeros next year! GameStop announces the end of GameInformer....is nothing sacred anymore? Meanwhile WB Gaming is imploding, Bungie done messed up, and Intel is whoa. Plus More Deadpool & Wolverine news, Inside Out 2 passes another milestone, and John Wick's world is about to expand.
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Spoiler note: This House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 review discusses “The Red Sowing” in full, including the dragonseeds, Hugh, Ulf, Vermithor, Silverwing, Addam, Jace, Alicent, Daemon at Harrenhal, Oscar Tully, Aemond, and the ending. Mary & Blake are TV-first viewers and avoid future Fire & Blood spoilers. In our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 review, we break down “The Red Sowing,” the penultimate episode where Rhaenyra finally gets the dragon army she needs — and maybe creates the next giant problem she cannot control. This is a huge episode for Team Black. Addam bends the knee, Hugh claims Vermithor, Ulf claims Silverwing, and Aemond suddenly realizes that Vhagar may not be enough anymore. But the episode also asks the obvious question: is giving dragon power to barely trained strangers a brilliant wartime gamble or the worst HR onboarding process in Westeros? Mary gave the episode 4.9 flames, while Blake gave it 4.85 flames. The dragon spectacle is massive, Alicent continues to get some of the show's strongest interior scenes, Oscar Tully finally gives the Riverlands plot real life, and the ending gives the season genuine momentum heading into the finale. Below, you can listen to our full podcast breakdown, watch the video version, read the recap, and follow our related House of the Dragon Season 2 coverage. Listen To Our House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Recap And Reaction Mary & Blake discuss House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 7, “The Red Sowing,” including why the dragon selection scene is compelling but light on tension, why Alicent continues to have some of the best scenes in the show, why Team Black needs a much better HR team, and why Hugh, Ulf, Addam, Vermithor, Silverwing, and Seasmoke change the war. Subscribe To Get New House Of The Dragon Episodes APPLE PODCASTS YOUTUBE SPOTIFY House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Recap: What Happens In “The Red Sowing”? “The Red Sowing” begins with Rhaenyra meeting Addam of Hull after Seasmoke chooses him as a rider. Addam immediately bends the knee and declares himself loyal to her, even though his parentage and connection to Corlys remain publicly unspoken. At Driftmark, Corlys continues awkwardly circling the truth about Addam and Alyn. Everyone who matters seems to know what is happening, but no one is saying the full thing out loud. Addam has just had a life-changing event, yet Corlys still struggles to acknowledge him plainly as his son. In King's Landing, Larys continues helping Aegon recover while Aemond rules as Prince Regent. Aegon is badly wounded, but he is not useless. Larys understands that better than almost anyone, and he keeps pushing Aegon's body and mind back toward survival. Alicent removes herself from King's Landing and goes into the woods with Ser Rickard. She is not exactly roughing it, but she is away from the Red Keep, away from the council, and away from the system that has swallowed her power. Her lake scene becomes one of the episode's most haunting images. At Harrenhal, Daemon finally gets movement in the Riverlands. Oscar Tully arrives as the new Lord Paramount and forces Daemon to face the consequences of the violence committed in Rhaenyra's name. To win the Riverlords, Daemon has to let Willem Blackwood die. On Dragonstone, Rhaenyra follows Mysaria's idea and summons people with possible Targaryen blood from King's Landing. The dragonkeepers object and walk away, calling the plan blasphemy. Rhaenyra proceeds anyway, bringing a crowd of would-be dragonriders before Vermithor. The attempt becomes a massacre. Vermithor burns and eats many of them before Hugh steps forward and survives the encounter. Ulf, meanwhile, stumbles into Silverwing and accidentally becomes her rider. By the end of the episode, Team Black has three new riders: Addam on Seasmoke, Hugh on Vermithor, and Ulf on Silverwing. The episode ends with Ulf flying over King's Landing on Silverwing, drawing Aemond and Vhagar toward Dragonstone. But when Aemond sees Rhaenyra standing with multiple dragons and riders, he turns back. For the first time in a long time, Vhagar is not the only answer. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Review “The Red Sowing” is exactly what a penultimate episode should be in this season: not necessarily the biggest battle, but the episode that changes the math before the finale. The strongest thing the episode does is make dragon power feel both miraculous and horrifying. Vermithor is spectacular. Silverwing is joyful. Seasmoke has personality. The final image of Rhaenyra with her dragons is powerful. But the process of getting there is ugly, reckless, and full of dead people who were treated more like applicants than human beings. That is the tension at the center of the episode. Rhaenyra needs riders. Vhagar has changed the entire war. Rook's Rest proved that Team Black cannot keep pretending restraint will save them. But Rhaenyra's solution is not clean. It is desperate, dangerous, and morally compromised. Blake's biggest critique is that the Vermithor sequence is incredible spectacle but not especially tense. The show has already spent too much time pointing at Hugh and Ulf for us to believe they are truly in danger. Once the crowd enters the dragon pit, the scene becomes less “who will survive?” and more “how long until the plot catches up to what we already know?” Mary responds more to the feeling of the dragon-bonding imagery: Rhaenyra reaching out, Hugh touching Vermithor, Ulf's chaotic joy, and the way the dragons finally seem to be choosing their people. The sequence may lack surprise, but it does not lack scale, awe, or personality. The episode also works because it is not only about dragons. Alicent's scenes are quiet but excellent. Oscar Tully gives Harrenhal the kick it badly needed. Jace finally says the thing that has been sitting underneath his story for years. And Aemond's retreat at the end gives the whole season a new tactical shape. Why Is The Episode Called “The Red Sowing”? The title “The Red Sowing” refers to Rhaenyra's attempt to find new dragonriders among people with possible Targaryen blood. She is not planting crops. She is planting power into people the old order never intended to elevate. The “red” part matters because this is not a clean recruitment drive. It is bloody. Many of the people who answer the call are burned, eaten, or trapped inside a ritual they do not fully understand. Rhaenyra gets what she wants, but the cost is enormous. The title also points toward the dragonseeds themselves: people scattered through bloodlines, secrets, brothels, bastardy, and forgotten branches of Targaryen history. Rhaenyra is harvesting that hidden inheritance because the war has made the old rules less useful. That is why “The Red Sowing” is such a strong title. It is about bloodline, bloodshed, and the terrifying idea that dragon power can move outside the royal family's clean little story about itself. The Dragonseeds Explained: Who Claims Dragons In Episode 7? The dragonseeds are people with possible Targaryen or Valyrian blood who may be able to bond with dragons, even if they are not part of the official royal line. In “The Red Sowing,” three riders matter most: Addam of Hull is chosen by Seasmoke before the mass claiming attempt begins. His connection to Corlys and Laenor gives the moment deeper family weight. Hugh Hammer survives Vermithor after stepping forward during the chaos. His Targaryen connection, grief, anger, and physical courage make him the most dramatically serious new rider. Ulf White stumbles into Silverwing almost by accident. His claiming scene is much lighter, stranger, and funnier, but it may also be the most worrying because Ulf is exactly the kind of person Blake does not want handed a dragon. The dragonseeds change the war because they solve Rhaenyra's immediate numbers problem. But they also create a much bigger question: if dragons can choose people outside the royal line, then what actually makes the ruling family special? Vermithor, Hugh, And The Dragon Selection Scene The Vermithor scene is the centerpiece of the episode. It is huge, loud, terrifying, and visually clear. The dragon is enormous. The crowd is completely outmatched. The sound design makes every scrape, breath, and movement feel dangerous. But the scene also has a tension problem. We already know Hugh has been built for something. We already know Ulf has been built for something. The anonymous people around them feel marked for death almost immediately. That means the scene works more as spectacle than suspense. Still, Hugh's moment lands because it tells us something about him. He does not simply hide. He steps forward. He protects someone else. He faces Vermithor with fear, anger, and need all moving through him at once. That is why Hugh feels like the right match for Vermithor. He is not polished. He is not noble in the traditional courtly way. He is wounded, furious, and desperate. Vermithor is not a gentle little symbol of legitimacy. He is raw power. Hugh meeting that power makes sense. Ulf And Silverwing: The Funniest Dragon Claiming Ulf's claiming of Silverwing plays like an accidental miracle. He is not noble. He is not prepared. He is not impressive in the way the dragonkeepers would want. He is terrified, scrambling, and very lucky. That is part of why the scene works. Silverwing feels different from Vermithor. Where Vermithor is all danger and domination, Silverwing feels curious and strangely gentle. Ulf becomes a rider almost by stumbling into the right place at the right time. The joy of Ulf flying over King's Landing matters because it gives the episode a burst of pure dragon fantasy. He is having the time of his life. The problem is that this is exactly why Blake is horrified. Ulf is the HR problem in human form. He gets a dragon and immediately turns into “Ulf the Dragonlord.” That may be fun for one episode. It may be a disaster for everyone later. Team Black Needs A Better HR And Onboarding System Rhaenyra's plan works, but the process is an absolute nightmare. Team Black gathers a bunch of people with possible Targaryen blood, ships them to Dragonstone, gives them almost no meaningful training, watches the dragonkeepers quit in protest, and then sends the whole group into a cave with one of the most dangerous creatures alive. Yes, the war is desperate. Yes, Vhagar is a massive problem. Yes, Rhaenyra needs riders. But this is still an onboarding disaster. The better version of this plan probably involves screening, training, smaller groups, clearer expectations, and maybe not throwing dozens of people into a dragon pit at once. Instead, Rhaenyra creates a “survive the dragon” workplace culture with a very poor benefits package. That is funny, but it also gets to the moral core of the episode. Rhaenyra is becoming more decisive. She is also becoming more willing to spend lives for the cause. That may make her more effective. It may also make her more dangerous. Jace Is Right To Be Worried Jace's frustration with Rhaenyra is not just whining. It is one of the smartest objections in the episode. Jace understands that his claim already depends on people accepting a story. Everyone knows the rumors about his father. Everyone knows he does not look like the old Valyrian ideal. His dragon has always been part of what makes him visibly Targaryen enough to survive the politics around him. Now Rhaenyra is handing that same symbol to common-born riders and unacknowledged bastards. From a wartime perspective, that may be necessary. From Jace's perspective, it undermines one of the few things protecting his future. That is why his question matters: what is he supposed to be after Rhaenyra dies? If dragonriding is no longer exclusive, then his legitimacy problem gets worse, not better. Jace is not wrong to see the generational consequence. Rhaenyra is trying to win the current war. Jace is thinking about the next reign. Alicent At The Lake Alicent's lake scene is one of the best quiet sequences of the episode. She leaves King's Landing, steps away from the Red Keep, and enters a space where she has no council table, no sons demanding power, no father answering her, and no clear role left to play. The image of Alicent floating in the water is beautiful because it is also frightening. For a moment, the show lets us wonder whether she is surrendering, cleansing herself, disappearing, or deciding what comes next. That ambiguity is what makes Alicent so strong this season. She is guilty. She is trapped. She is responsible for much of what happened. But she is also a woman who has watched the system she served strip her of usefulness the moment she became inconvenient. When she sees the bird and moves back toward shore, the scene feels less like an ending and more like a reset. Alicent may not know what she is yet, but she is not finished. Oscar Tully Finally Makes Harrenhal Matter Harrenhal has been weird, atmospheric, and full of strong images all season. But “The Red Sowing” finally gives that storyline a political jolt through Oscar Tully. Oscar arrives as a young lord everyone might underestimate, then immediately proves he understands the room better than Daemon does. He knows the Riverlords hate Daemon. He knows they are bound by oath but disgusted by what has been done in Rhaenyra's name. He knows Daemon needs them more than they need to like him. That is why the scene works. Oscar does not beat Daemon with strength. He beats him with leverage. Daemon has to let Willem Blackwood die because the Riverlords need proof that there will be consequences. It is a brutal public concession. It also may be the first useful thing Daemon has done at Harrenhal in weeks. Sir Simon Strong's reaction makes the whole thing even better. He looks like a man who dressed for a party and accidentally hosted a political execution. Daemon And Viserys: Does He Still Want The Crown? Daemon's vision of Viserys gives the Harrenhal story its emotional point. Viserys appears near the end of his life, broken down by the crown and by the burden of rule. He asks Daemon whether he still wants it. That question is the center of Daemon's whole story. He has spent so much of his life wanting recognition, power, love, and proximity to the throne that he may not know the difference between wanting the crown and wanting to be seen by his brother. Seeing Viserys in that state matters because it strips the crown of romance. The throne is not a prize. It is a burden that eats the person who carries it. The big question is whether Daemon has actually learned anything yet. The episode gives him insight, but insight only matters if it changes what he does next. Aemond Retreats From Rhaenyra's Dragons The ending of “The Red Sowing” is the episode's biggest power shift. Ulf flies Silverwing over King's Landing, and Aemond immediately reacts. He gets on Vhagar and chases the threat back toward Dragonstone. That reaction tells us something important: Aemond is still dangerous, but he is also impulsive enough to chase a provocation. Then he sees what Rhaenyra has built. Multiple dragons. Multiple riders. Rhaenyra standing in ash and confidence. Suddenly, Vhagar does not feel like an automatic win. Aemond turning back is a massive moment because it is one of the first times this season he looks genuinely checked. Not defeated, not broken, but checked. He came looking for prey and found a formation. For Team Black, that image is the victory of the episode. Rhaenyra did something dangerous and costly, but it worked. For now. House Of The Dragon Season 2 Episode 7 Ending Explained The ending of “The Red Sowing” means Rhaenyra has changed the dragon math before the finale. Before this episode, Aemond and Vhagar were the overwhelming military problem. Team Black had dragons, but not enough effective riders to counter the largest dragon in the world. After the Red Sowing, Rhaenyra has Addam on Seasmoke, Hugh on Vermithor, Ulf on Silverwing, and her own Syrax in the field. That does not guarantee victory. It creates deterrence. Aemond sees the new reality and turns Vhagar around because the battlefield no longer belongs to him alone. But the ending also plants future danger. Rhaenyra has given enormous power to people she barely knows. Hugh and Ulf may be useful now, but loyalty, class resentment, legitimacy, and control are all still unresolved. The dragons may help her win the next move and complicate every move after that. What “The Red Sowing” Sets Up Next Episode 7 sets up the Season 2 finale by giving Team Black a dragon advantage and giving everyone else a reason to panic. Rhaenyra finally has the dragonriders she needs, but her methods are becoming more ruthless. Jace sees the long-term legitimacy danger in raising common-born dragonriders. Addam is now publicly tied to Seasmoke and privately tied to Corlys' family secret. Hugh becomes a serious new power by claiming Vermithor. Ulf becomes a chaotic new power by claiming Silverwing. Aemond learns that Vhagar can be deterred when Team Black has multiple dragons on the board. Aegon continues recovering with Larys close by, which may matter if Aemond overreaches. Alicent steps away from King's Landing, but her story clearly is not over. Daemon finally gains the Riverlands, though at the cost of another public compromise. Rhaena continues moving toward the wild dragon in the Vale. 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In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 6. Our takes today... ...small folks gone wild; Alicent didn't even get a severance package; Mel thinks Simon is a putting roots on people; Seasmoke was like “I said dark skin, not Dark-lyn”; Valyrian priests need better work conditions; small folk should do their own research; at this point we only care about the dog; and down goes Marcus. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.
What Do You Call the Husband of the Queen? The King… Consort. This week on the podcast, Brian and Darryl are talking The Boys season 4 finale, House of the Dragon season 4 episode 5, and the first third of Cobra Kai season 6! Episode Index Intro: 0:07 The Boys: 17:07 House of the Dragon: 31:15 Cobra Kai: 42:24 The Boys (Amazon Prime) Out of 5 This is How the Whole Season Should Have Beens Darryl: 3.75/5 Brian: 4.15/5 Out of 10 Give Me More Homelander Times Darryl: 4/10 Brian: 6.32/10 Episode 8: “Season Four Finale” / “Assassination Run” Written by: Jessica Chou & David Reed Directed by: Eric Kripke Air Date: July 14, 2024 Summary: While Butcher recovers, Mallory and Ryan visit him, where the latter is told of Homelander’s crimes and that he must kill him. However, Ryan refuses, accidentally kills Mallory, and leaves, Butcher embraces his dark side of Kessler. Homelander tasks the remaining Seven with eliminating everyone at Vought who has incriminating evidence against them; Ashley injects herself with V. While Frenchie develops the virus, The Boys monitor Singer in a bunker where they discover Annie is the shapeshifter and a fight ensues; the real Annie arrives and kills the shapeshifter. When Homelander reveals that Neuman is a Supe on air live, she calls on Hughie to protect her and Zoe in exchange for help. When The Boys and Neuman meet, Butcher arrives, kills Neuman with his new superpowers, and steals the virus. Sage reveals to Homelander that his plan has been a success when Singer is arrested for conspiring with The Boys to kill Neuman. Speaker of the House Steven Calhoun becomes the new President of the United States, swears allegiance to Homelander and declares martial law, delegating Homelander and his army of superhumans. The rest of The Boys are ambushed and captured by Vought troopers led by Supes but Annie manages to escape. Butcher leaves with the virus. In a mid-credits scene, Calhoun shows Homelander where Soldier Boy is being held captive. House of the Dragon (HBO Max) Out of 5 Sitting in a Field Wondering Where You Went Wrongs Darryl: 4/5 Brian: 4.14/5 Episode 5: “Regent” Written by: Ti Mikkel Directed by: Clare Kilner Air Date: July 14, 2024 Summary: Corlys, Rhaenyra and Baela mourn Rhaenys’ death. Criston parades Meleys’ head through King’s Landing, though the near-starving smallfolk consider it a bad omen. Aegon has survived but is comatose and severely burned, while Sunfyre is presumed near-dead; Criston withholds telling Alicent what truly happened at the battle. Daemon dreams of incest with his mother, who calls him her favorite son. The Small Council reject Alicent as regent and elect Aemond instead, both because he is male and because they want a dragonrider on the throne. Aemond orders the city gates shut, preventing blacksmith Hugh Hammer and his family from fleeing. Jeyne Arryn tells Rhaena she wanted a mature dragon for protection rather than two dragon hatchlings. At the Twins, Jace obtains the Freys’ allegiance in exchange for Harrenhal. Rhaenyra sends Elinda to King’s Landing to spy. Daemon declares he will reign as king once a large enough army is raised; he orders the Blackwoods to ravage the Brackens and forces their fealty. Alys criticizes his ruthlessness and the riverlords denounce his atrocities. Rhaenyra laments lacking riders for Vermithor and Silverwing, the only dragons large enough to challenge Vhagar; Jace suggests searching other houses for Valyrian descendants. Cobra Kai (Netflix) Out of 10 You Really Are a Cream Puff, but Not Reallys Darryl: 8/10 Brian: 8.58/10 Episode 1: “Peacetime in the Valley” Written by: Bob Dearden Directed by: Joel Novoa Air Date: July 18, 2024 Summary: Following the demise of Cobra Kai, the students of both Miyagi-Do and Eagle Fang prepare for the Sekai Taikai. After disagreements over their training styles, Johnny and Chozen challenge each other to a fight. Daniel learns that Chozen’s pride was wounded when Silver stabbed him in the back and Kumiko did not reply to his voice messages. Miguel tries to ease the tension between Sam and Tory while Robby attempts to make amends with Kenny, but he encounters Shawn, who tells him to leave Kenny alone. Robby and Miguel take on Shawn while Sam and Tory try to reason with Kenny into joining their dojo, but to no avail. After receiving a text message, Johnny goes to Coyote Creek, where Stingray tells him to retake the Cobra Kai brand with Kreese and Silver gone. The next morning, Johnny concedes and tells Daniel that Miyagi-Do has the right to represent the students in the Sekai Taikai, but he and Chozen still have their fight. After a talk with Shawn, Kenny joins Miyagi-Do. Elsewhere, Kreese enters Kim Da-eun’s dojo, telling the students that Cobra Kai is back. Episode 2: “The Prize” Written by: Joe Piarulli & Luan Thomas Directed by: Joel Novoa Air Date: July 18, 2024 Summary: Kreese proposes to Master Kim to have his dojo represent Cobra Kai in the Sekai Taikai, only to be turned down after Da-eun’s previous partnership with Silver ended in failure. Master Kim then agrees to the proposal if Kreese ventures to a remote island and recovers his ancient family knife deep within a cave. Kreese finds the knife, but is bitten by an albino cobra, causing him to see hallucinations of Silver and Johnny. Meanwhile, Miguel discovers that Kyler is the subject of hazing by a fraternity that has no plans of letting him in. With the help of Miguel, Demetri, Eli, and Brucks, Kyler takes down the fraternity at their party. After the Diaz apartment experiences a leaky ceiling due to clogged sewage pipes, Johnny gets a sales job at LaRusso Auto Group to save up for a new home. Upon conquering his inner demons and vanquishing his sole weakness, Kreese beheads the cobra and returns to Master Kim with the knife and the dead cobra’s head, determined to not allow anyone to stop him from his goal – not even Johnny. Episode 3: “Sleeper” Written by: Mattea Greene Directed by: Ralph Macchio Air Date: July 18, 2024 Summary: Kreese takes control of the Kim dojo training, focusing on the delinquent Kwon and molding him. That night, after some prodding by Kreese to use his anger for a purpose, Kwon defeats Yoon, the dojo’s top student, in a fight and rips off the King Cobra badge as a personal souvenir, affirming his role as the leader. At the Miyagi house, Daniel, Chozen, and Amanda discover a chest hidden under the floor. Upon opening the chest, they discover Mr. Miyagi co-owned a boxing gym and reportedly fled the country to China after he was wanted for assault and robbery in 1947. After noticing the friendship between Sam and Tory making them weak in their training, Johnny invites them to Devon’s home for a slumber party. Despite Johnny’s plan failing, Sam and Tory suddenly get into an argument before they apologize to each other for their wrongdoings. The next day, the Miyagi-Do dojo learns that the Sekai Taikai will be hosted in Barcelona, and that only six fighters will be allowed to represent each dojo. Episode 4: “Underdogs” Written by: Chris Rafferty Directed by: Sherwin Shilati Air Date: July 18, 2024 In order to determine the six fighters who will represent Miyagi-Do in the Sekai Taikai, Daniel and Johnny bring in Barnes to shake down the dojo. Hawk, Robby, Miguel, Sam, Tory, Mitch, Kenny, Nate, Chris, Demetri, Devon, and Anthony are chosen by Barnes for the second round of eliminations. The next day, the top 12 engage in a battle royale, where each student must rid another of their flags. Tory, Robby, Sam, and Miguel immediately advance. Anthony doubts himself after receiving a bloody nose from Kenny during the battle royale. Johnny confronts Barnes upon learning Devon did not make the cut. The next morning, Barnes has Hawk, Demetri, Devon, and Kenny run through the forest and capture two flags to determine the final lineup. Devon captures the first flag after Kenny suddenly experiences diarrhea while Demetri defeats Hawk to make the team. Kenny accuses Anthony of spiking his water with Mitch’s laxative, when in reality it was Devon, while Daniel suspects Johnny had a part in getting Devon in the lineup. Episode 5: “Best of the Best” Written by: Michael Jonathan Smith Directed by: Sherwin Shilati Air Date: July 18, 2024 Summary: Tory encounters Kreese while returning from the Medical Center, who warns her not to trust Miyagi-do. Daniel and Johnny decide have Sam, Tory, Miguel, and Robby fight each other to secure their spots as team captains. Tory returns home, only to discover her mother has passed away due to an undetected blood clot. On the day of the contest, Robby defeats Miguel to become male captain. During the girls’ fight, Tory displays aggression and is about to score the winning point when Daniel intervenes before she reveals to everyone of her mother’s death and leaves the team, forfeiting the female captain position to Sam. This incident causes an argument between Daniel and Johnny over how they should have handled the situation. Hawk is selected to take over Tory’s spot in the team, with Demetri being slightly displeased at the turn of events. As Robby and Sam are given their captain headbands, Daniel suddenly recognizes a similar headband from Mr. Miyagi’s chest and realizes his sensei fought in the Sekai Taikai too as a team captain and that his headband was actually bloodied at the ends, making Daniel question his beliefs. The Miyagi-Do team arrives in Barcelona for the tournament, where they encounter Kreese and Da-eun’s new four-member Cobra Kai representing South Korea, led by Kwon and Tory. Infamous Shirts for Naked Bodies… You’ll feel “shirty” when you buy our gear from the Flying Pork Apparel Co. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. 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In this episode of Page Chewing, hosts Steve, Jared, and Layla dive deep into the latest installment of House of the Dragons, Season 2, Episode 3, titled "The Burning Mill." Join them as they explore the aftermath of the epic battle and its far-reaching consequences on the characters and the realm.The trio discusses Christian Cole's challenging role as the Hand, the chaos within the king's council, and the alarming lack of security in King's Landing that allows for enemy infiltration. They also examine the intriguing role of religion, highlighted by Allison's mysterious ceremony and the emphasis on the Stranger.Speculation runs high as they consider the significance of Valyrian swords and dragon eggs in the unfolding narrative. Power dynamics and character motivations, especially those of Larys and Aemond, are analyzed in depth, revealing the intricate web of influence and risk surrounding the Targaryens.The hosts highlight the critical importance of communication and the consequences of previous rulers' failures to pass down essential knowledge. With plenty of drama and tension, this episode sets the stage for thrilling future developments.Send us a Text Message.Comic Boom - Comics in EducationAn education podcast exploring the use of comics in education. Each episode I'll be...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.PageChewing.comPAGECHEWING: Comics & Manga PodcastFilm Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations PodcastBuy me a coffeeLinktreeLogo by The GlimmerTwin Art HouseJoin Riverside.fm
Get bonus episodes on Patreon! I swear we're not trying to be hyperbolic here, but this was the best House of the Dragon episode yet. The show comes roaring back after last week's stumble, with some of the most gorgeous fantasy storytelling we've ever seen, and more rich & compelling character work than you could shake a Valyrian steel sword at. Discussion topics include: Geeta Vasant Patel's stunning visual revolution of Westeros, the power of suggestion in character interiority, the grand return of the supernatural via Daemon's vision, and the show's greatest / most seamless effort yet to dramatize Fire & Blood. LINKS: Patreon, YouTube, Spotify, Instagram, Cam's stories Feedback & Theories: secondbreakfastpod@gmail.com
You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're slicing through cinema and animation with a focus on legendary blades. We'll kick off with our top 5 iconic swords in film and television, explore the philosophical depths of Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai, and then jump into the animated adventures of Samurai Jack.Top 5 Iconic Swords in Film and Television:Excalibur from "Excalibur" (1981) - The legendary sword of King Arthur, symbolizing true power and right to rule, is one of the most iconic blades in cinematic history, rich in myth and magic.The Bride's Hattori Hanzo Sword in "Kill Bill" - Crafted by the legendary swordsmith Hattori Hanzo, this sword is central to Uma Thurman's quest for vengeance in Quentin Tarantino's stylized action saga.Sting from "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" - Frodo's and Bilbo's elven-made blade that glows blue in the presence of orcs, combining utility with elven elegance.Lightsabers from "Star Wars" - Though technically energy weapons, lightsabers function as swords with their distinct hum and combat style, becoming cultural icons synonymous with space opera heroics.Longclaw from "Game of Thrones" - Jon Snow's Valyrian steel sword, bestowed upon him by Lord Commander Mormont, symbolizes his growth from a bastard son to a leader and protector.Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai, directed by Jim Jarmusch and starring Forest Whitaker, is a unique blend of American gangster cinema and the samurai tradition. The film follows Ghost Dog, a hitman who lives by the ancient code of the samurai as outlined in the book "Hagakure." The movie explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash between old-world values and modern realities. It's a thoughtful, meditative approach to the crime genre that uses the way of the samurai to delve into existential questions.Samurai Jack, created by Genndy Tartakovsky, is an animated series that follows a samurai prince who wields a magical sword in his relentless quest to defeat the shape-shifting demon Aku. Known for its visual style that blends Eastern and Western aesthetics, the show is celebrated for its storytelling, art direction, and the way it addresses themes of good versus evil. It's not only entertaining for kids but also captivates adults with its depth and creativity.Whether you're fascinated by the legendary swords that have defined heroes and villains alike, drawn to the philosophical musings of a modern-day samurai, or a fan of animated adventures that span time and space, today's episode promises sharp insights and cutting-edge entertainment. Join us as we celebrate these blades and their bearers in another thrilling installment of Bad Dads Film Review.
We explore the history of the Valyrian Freehold from their defeat of the Rhoynar up to the Doom, the Century of Blood, and the opening salvo of the surviving Valyrian conquest of Westeros. Support us on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Step into the intricate world of language creation with our special guest, David Peterson, an acclaimed writer and linguist with a fascinating journey that includes the mastery of more than 20 languages. Peterson unveils the richness and complexity of his craft, painting a vivid picture of language creation as an art form. We unmask the methodical magic of shaping a language from scratch, focusing on the essentials of vocabulary development, internal consistency, and the evolution of grammar. Peterson also shares his experiences from the heart of the film industry, shedding light on the painstaking process of crafting languages for the big screen and the pursuit of authenticity at its core. We delve into the pressures of language creation for the fast-paced world of television and film, with its tight deadlines and the necessity for compromise. From battling writer's block to discussing career advice for aspiring language creators, we cover it all. We draw the curtain with a look at the Language Creation Society's jobs board and the importance of early language education. So, join us and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring domain of language creation, where art and linguistics collide in a symphony of words! We cover a lot of fascinating topics in this episode including: JRR Tolkien's contribution to modern language creation The workflow of sound development between himself and Hollywood show creators Winning a language creation contest to land his first job with Game of Thrones The linguistic rules and framework for creating a "realistic" fake language, and what makes a made-up movie language sound fake Why language creation is living art that is never finished Why the languages from Star Wars were all "crappily" done The process of teaching an actor how to speak a new language The Game of Thrones character he thinks speaks the best Valyrian BIO David Petersen is an American linguist and language creator. He has studied over 20 "Earth" languages, and created more than 40 artificial languages for TV and movies, including Dothraki and Valyrian for HBO's hit show Game of Thrones, based on George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire. Additionally, David has created the languages for Thor: The Dark World, Dune, The Witcher, House Of The Dragon, Syfy's Defiance, CW's Star-Crossed and The 100, Dominion, Penny Dreadful, The Shannara Chronicles, Warcraft: the Beginning, Doctor Strange, and Emerald City, to name a few. He is the author of Living Language Dothraki and The Art of Language Invention: From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves to Sand Worms, the Words Behind World-Building. David's work is featured in the documentary Conlanging: The Art of Crafting Tongues, and he is the co-founder of the Language Creation Society.
The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Jaime has a curious goodbye with Arya Stark. He refuses to leave the Kingsguard, despite a strong push from his family. He resists an advance from his sister, which results in a heated argument between the two. Finally, he gives Brienne a jaw-dropping gift and then tasks her with a surprising mission in return. Simon and Mackelly squint hard at “Arya Stark.”Chapter Review:Jaime Lannister grows bored of watching the king sign documents that offer rewards or punishment to houses, for their roles in the war. He returns to the White Sword Tower. On his way, he runs into a girl claiming to be Arya Stark. Jaime is skeptical.Cersei waits for him in his chambers. She begs him to talk to their father about Tywin's plan to send her back to Casterly Rock, effectively separating her from her son Tommen. Jaime doesn't think it'll do any good, but Cersei believes it will, if he agrees to leave the Kingsguard. Jaime refuses. Cersei makes a sexual advance that Jaime rebuffs. She throws insults as she storms out.Jaime calls for Ser Loras Tyrell and Brienne of Tarth. Loras admits Brienne might be telling the truth about Renly Baratheon's death. After dismissing Loras, Jaime gives Brienne the Valyrian steel sword his father gave him. In return, he asks she use it to find Sansa Stark and keep her safe.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Jaime Lannister - Member of the royal Kingsguard. Twin brother to queen Cersei and older brother to Tyrion. Nicknamed the "Kingslayer" for killing King Aerys Targaryen.Ser Loras Tyrell - Member of the Kingsguard. Young, dashing, talented knight from the Reach. The third son of Lord Mace Tyrell of Highgarden.Brienne of Tarth - Warrior woman. Once "Brienne the Blue" in King Renly's Rainbow Guard. On a mission to rescue the Stark girls for Catelyn Stark.Cersei Lannister - twin to Jaime, mother to Joffrey, Tommen, and Myrcella. Tywin Lannister - father of Jaime, Cersei, Tyrion. Lord of Casterly Rock. Hand of the King.Tyrion Lannister - youngest sibling of Jaime and Cersei. Imprisoned awaiting trial for murdering his nephew King Jofrrey.Tommen Lannister - King of the Andals, Roynar, and the First men. Lord of the Seven Kingdoms. Protector of the Realm.We've got four new sustainer tiers on our Buy Me a Coffee site. Something for every budget and level of interest. Check it out! Support the showSupport us: Buy from our 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.youtube.com/wa...
This week on "We Don't Wanna Podcast," join Zach and Scott as they dive deep into the darkness and drama of "Game of Thrones" Season 8, Episode 3 - "The Long Night." While this episode has polarized fans, our dipshit duo finds themselves mostly in favor, lauding its unique blend of non-stop action and poignant character moments. Prepare for a journey through an episode where the pacing is as sharp as Valyrian steel. It's rare to see a show pull off an hour-long battle that doesn't overstay its welcome, but "The Long Night" does just that. It masterfully slows down for reflective moments, then surges forward with adrenaline-pumping action, all while weaving individual storylines into a tapestry of epic storytelling. Highlights? Oh, we've got them! From the hauntingly beautiful scene of the Dothraki charging into the abyss, to the dragons clashing in a breathtaking aerial battle, this episode is a visual feast. And let's not forget the heart-stopping tension as Jon Snow races against time, culminating in Arya's legendary takedown of the Night King. Zach and Scott are here to break it all down: the strategy, the spectacle, and the suspense. Tune in for their insightful and humor-filled take on one of "Game of Thrones'" most ambitious episodes.
Deze aflevering is eerder op 08 september 2022 gepubliceerd. (Dipsaus is tot eind september 2023 met zomerstop. Tot die tijd zullen we afleveringen die voorheen achter een betaalmuur waren opnieuw publiceren).Yaay, onze Mariam is er dit keer eindelijk bij! In de derde aflevering "Second of His Name" bespreken Anousha, Ebissé en Mariam, samen met scenarioschrijver Manju Reijmer, de massive time jump, het gevecht tegen de Crabfeeder; het bizarre jachtfeest omdat een jongen twee jaar werd; de fysieke en mentale aftakeling van Koning Viserys. Rhea Rhea de raging, sulking teenager in verzet én Dae Dae, die zonder ook maar een woord uit te spreken voor een Panty Melting spektakel zorgde komen ook aan bod. Ook zien we steeds meer van de Valyrian clan en helaas daarmee ook the wigs, those damned wigs!Ook bespreken we kort de met bombarie onthaalde “Ring of Power(Naps)”, de prequel van Lord of The Rings. De meningen zijn verdeeld … De "Game of Thrones-universum is uitgebreid met de prequel-serie "House of the Dragon". In Dance of Dipsaus gaan we de hele series wekelijks ontleden. "House of the Dragon" draait om de Targaryan-dynastie, ongeveer 200 jaar vóór de gebeurtenissen van "Game of Thrones". Het is gebaseerd op delen van de roman "Fire & Blood" van George R.R. Martin uit 2018. We verwachten dat de show zijn voorganger en zijn eigen naam waarmaakt - met vuur, bloed en draken in overvloed.#DragonsYall #DemDragons #DanceofDipsausZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Sansa attends the breakfast feast before the royal wedding. King Joffrey isn't a fan of hers and Tyrion's gift but he does love Tywin's. He uses the latter to destroy the former, then insists the couple give him a new gift. Tyrion picks up on something in Joff's behavior that gets his senses tingling. Mackelly and Simon worry about the fate of their gift toaster.Chapter Review:Sansa Stark prepares for a breakfast feast for King Joffrey. She is helped by her handmaids Shae and Brella. Her husband Tyrion Lannister is nowhere to be seen, having woken before her and left their chambers. When Tyrion arrives, he dresses and the pair leave for the queen's ballroom.After the food has been eaten, the guests offer gifts to the king. Many fine gifts are proffered, not the least of which is Tyrion and Sansa's gift. They give Joff a beautiful book illustrated by the author himself. Joff is not impressed. He is much more impressed by his grandfather's gift of a beautiful Valyrian steel sword. Joff claims prior knowledge of the rare steel and proves it by hacking Tyrion and Sansa's gift to pieces. The king then insists the pair owe him a new gift. Tyrion suggests a Valyrian steel dagger to go with the sword, and describes the dagger used in the attempt on Bran Stark's life. The king gives a sharp look, but then agrees the dagger would be a good option.Later in the litter, Tyrion asks about Bran and Joff's relationship while in Winterfell together. He mentions Cat falsely accusing Tyrion of something but doesn't give details. He tells her that she is safe with him. He then asks if Sansa wants the details of her mother and brother's death. Sansa declines and Tyrion understands.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Sansa Stark - Elder daughter of Ned and Catelyn Stark. Forcibly married to Tyrion.Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Master of Coin.King Joffrey Baratheon - King Joffrey Baratheon First of His Name. Bastard son of Jaime Lannister and his twin sister Queen Cersei.Oberyn Martell - Younger brother of the Prince of Dorne. New member of the King's Small Council.Shae - Prostitute, consort of Tyrion Lannister. Handmaid to Sansa. Support the showSupport us: Buy from our 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.youtube.com/wa...
This is an episode that starts and finishes with scenes involving swords. Tywin Lannister kicks things off with the two swords he had forged from Ice, Ned Stark's large Valyrian steel sword. He then awards one of these swords to Jaime Lannister, in exchange for him leaving Kingsguard and ruling Casterly Rock. Tyrion Lannister welcomes Prince Oberyn Martell of Dorne to King's Landing ahead of Joffrey Baratheon's royal wedding. Sandor "The Hound" Clegane and Arya Stark are on another road trip when they stop at an inn on their way to the Vale. They run into Polliver and his crew and all hell breaks loose. Arya is again reunited with Needle. Jon Snow is interrogated by the Night's Watch council. Across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen marches with her army to Meereen. Also in this episode Shae carelessness gets her found out, Jaime goes gold, and we get a new Daario.....TO WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/blackwithnochaser/Twitter:https://twitter.com/BeBlackNoChaser?t=pVFV06lBFdZRu72ot4uCjA&s=09Twitter:https://twitter.com/WatchDemThrones?t=q0ngrYPlugf0ttzM2jo39A&s=09Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watch-dem-thrones-by-black-with-no-chaser/id1641754247Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1qI1bJ1vIlobu502w6zrtN?si=mtsa3gZYRZW_3FmlCrv7UgBWNC RADIO: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bwnc-radio/id6443800363Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/45279c3a-c09f-47d1-a3a3-88e6e2507230/watch-dem-thrones-by-black-with-no-chaserIHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-watch-dem-thrones-by-black-101286659/?cmp=android_share&sc=android_social_share&pr=false#gameofthrones #demdragons #blackwithnochaser #houseofthedragonhbo #dragonseeds #theblacks #thegreens #houseofthedragon #youtube #targaryens #podcast #podsincolor #applemusic #spotifymusic #podsincolor
A look at the well-positioned and sneaky ultra-rich lords of Claw Isle. These Red Crabs of Valyrian origin make for a good time. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com Nina: goodqueenaly.tumblr.com Sean's YouTube: bit.ly/3818H9X www.historyofwesteros.com The Kings of Camelot https://a.co/d/bTaaKDL
The Black Goat, the largest forest in the known world, Valyrian steel, sacrifice, Emperor Aurion of Valyria, the 3000 Unsullied, all sorts of magical discussion, and our usual breakdown and analysis of the city, region, characters and influences! Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com Nina: goodqueenaly.tumblr.com Sean's YouTube: bit.ly/3818H9X www.historyofwesteros.com
NOW is the time to get your financial shit together! Mollie can help! Get in touch for a free consultation here: http://m3virtualaccounting.com/This illustration of Jaime giving Brienne the Valyrian steel sword that he wants her to call Oathkeeper is by I-Am-A-Lady-Damn-It and you an see it here! https://www.deviantart.com/i-am-a-lady-damn-it/art/j-and-B-700197947These chapters are Jaime and Jon. Jaime is on the receiving end of Cersei trying to work her feminine wiles, but he has changed so much that she proves unsuccessful and is deeply resentful of his newfound ability to resist her. Jon, meanwhile, is sent on what amounts to a suicide mission and unwittingly finds himself smack dab in the middle of an attack from a new ally.Credit to MetroGnome for the theme song, you can download it free and listen here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XA6a7sYKeeAIf you'd like to join our Discord and get in on some of the convo, check it out here! Non-patrons welcome! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Lore Boys are here with everyone's favourite disappointing ending lore - Game of Thrones, a Song of Ice and Fire, and HBO's new House of the Dragon! We're talking the prehistory of Westeros and Essos, and how the shows got set up!To join the discussion and suggest a topic, check out our Discord.To support the show, head to our Patreon for exclusive content, or check out our Merch Store to grab some Lore Boys branded merch.As always, we super appreciate you listening, and hope that if you enjoy the show you'll tell your friends and leave us a review on iTunes and the rest our social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.) We wanna hear from you guys, so shoot us an email at contact@loreboys.com .Thanks as always to Eric Skiff for the use of his song A Night of Dizzy Spells! Get ad-free content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode we introduce artificial languages: a group of languages spoken, among other places, on Avatar's Pandora, or Tolkien's Middle-Earth. But the first stop of our trip is actually in Eastern Europe, where Esperanto was created in 1887. In the second part of the episode, we answer questions from two of our listeners, Anna and Joanna. Tune in and join the language talk! Show Notes Esperanto Esperanto (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esperanto) (Wikipedia) 16 Grammar Rules (https://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Esperanto/Grammar_Rules) (Wikiversity) 6 Basic Phrases in Esperanto (https://hinative.com/questions/12667329#answer-30637006) (HiNative) World Esperanto Congress (https://uea.org/kongresoj/UK) (Universala Esperanto-Asocio, in Esperanto) Other Constructed Languages (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constructed_languages) (Wikipedia) Latino sine Flexione (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latino_sine_flexione) Klingon (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Klingon_language) Naʼvi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Na%CA%BCvi_language) Dothraki (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dothraki_language) Valyrian languages (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valyrian_languages) Elvish languages (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvish_languages_(Tolkien)) Toki Pona (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toki_Pona) 13 Sentences to Deconstruct a Language How to Learn (But Not Master) Any Language in 1 Hour (https://tim.blog/2007/11/07/how-to-learn-but-not-master-any-language-in-1-hour-plus-a-favor/) (The Tim Ferriss blog)
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Tyrion has a busy day. He surveys post-battle repair needs, meets with Symon Silver Tongue, inspects two new family heirlooms, is told by his father to do the impossible, gets marital advice from his father, and participates in a discussion regarding the Night's Watch. None of it is going to make his life any easier. Simon and Mackelly pour him a tall cup of Arbor Gold.Chapter Review:Tyrion Lannister surveys the damages done during the battle. The repair costs will well exceed what the crown has in its coffers. Before returning to the Red Keep, he and Bronn make a detour to visit the singer Symon Silver Tongue, in a run-down wine sink. Tyrion offers to pay the man to take his act on a tour of Essos. However, Symon instead tells Tyrion that if Tyrion can't get him a spot in the singing competition at the royal wedding, he'll sing a song about Tyrion's affair with Shea for all to hear. Afterward, Tyrion tells Bronn to make sure Symon's body is never found.Next, Tyrion learns he's been summoned by his father. Tywin Lannister shows Tyrion two new Valyrian steel swords he's commissioned. One is for Joff and the other for Jamie. Next order of business is the city repairs. Tyrion reports what he's found and that there's not enough coin to pay for the repairs. Tywin tells him he'll find the coin or Tywin will find someone who can. The topic then turns toward Tyrion's marriage to Sansa Stark. Tywin wants it consummated immediately. Tyrion asks about his father's betrothal plans for Cersei and Willas Tyrell. Tywin informs him that Mace Tyrell rejected the notion.As Tywin begins to mention replacement suitors, Grand Maester Pycelle arrives. He's gotten a letter from Castle Black asking for more men. Tywin couldn't care less about the Night's Watch's woes. However, he does see an opportunity to put a Lannister loyalist in charge of the Black Brothers. He wants Pycelle to respond that the crown can't help at the moment but King Joffrey sends his best wishes to his faithful friend Lord Janos Slynt.Characters/Places/Names/Events:Tyrion Lannister - Youngest son of Tywin Lannister. Brother to queen Cersei and Jamie Lannister. Former Hand of the King.Symon Silver Tongue - Singer who knows about Tyrion's relationship with Shea.Cersei Lannister - Queen Regent, mother of Joffrey Baratheon.Tywin Lannister - Father of Tyrion, Lord of Casterly Rock. Newly self-appointed Hand of the King.Mace Tyrell - Lord of Highgarden.Willas Tyrell - Heir to Highgarden.Grand Maester Pycelle - Elderly Grand Maester of the Seven Kingdoms.Support the podcast. Buy a bit of merch from our store. Or if swag is not your bag, buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold.If you like what we're doing, please consider rating and reviewing us at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, podchaser.com, and anywhere else you can leave a rate and review.Join the discussion on our Discord server! https://discord.com/invite/FTy7BExyBQWe'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at ghosts.harrenhal@gmail.com. Also, follow us on Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal, Facebook, Instagram, and 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=kthxycmF25MSupport the show
By Roger CormierI don't know what 2030 is going to look like. Mets owner Steve Cohen made his billions doing his darndest to predict what the stock market would do, so he would like to think he does know something about the future. Today, Cohen is a loser. The Mets were outbid by the Minnesota Twins. If thought of just this way, you would be thinking we must be in the past, the Wilpon era. I just know that today there is embarrassment. The Mets had an All-Star, a player proclaimed by Cohen himself to be the "missing piece" for three whole weeks. They let him get away. The truth is we don't know how this will ultimately play out. Maybe the Mets are right, and Correa's ankle is made of saltwater taffy, and he'll have an injury-plagued second half of his career. Maybe Correa will regret not taking the deal where he'd have to take a physical every year to keep his contract going. Maybe Brett Baty's ankle is made of Valyrian steel and he'll be a superstar. Maybe Eduardo Escobar will shake off his subpar 2022 and get back to hitting the way we know he can. Maybe the Mets will sign Manny Machado to play third next offseason (pending physical pending physical pending phy —). Maybe Machado will stink. It goes on and on. I just know about today. You can't win the World Series in the winter, but that's only true in the literal sense. I'm embarrassed and annoyed right now. It feels like the Mets blew it. The only guarantees we have about the future are that Steve Cohen is going to overreact and try to make another big splash and Gary Cohen will have something funny to say about this whole mishegas during the first Spring Training telecast. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit willetspen.substack.com/subscribe
Julia, Kylie, and Caroline welcome back Gretchen to chat about sex and sex rats, aka episode 4 of House of the Dragon, "King of the Narrow Sea". Please visit TheFandomentals.com for full show notes. Episode Breakdown:0:00 - Introduction & episode recap7:17 -Some kind of chronological analysis20:00 - Garden party 33:45 - Matt Smith talks in Valyrian42:47 - Rhaenyra on the town 52:05 - Sex juxtaposition1:05:00 - The Criston Cole scene1:19:50 - Julia takes out her Kobo 1:43:10 - Highlights/lowlights
Tim Lewis, the master armorer on ‘House of the Dragon' who forged most of the show's weapons and shields, joins host Nick Romano to discuss some of the memorable relics of the ‘Game of Thrones' prequel's first season. That includes the Valyrian steel blades: Dark Sister, Blackfyre, and the dagger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grab your mithril armor and your Valyrian steel sword. EW's resident podcast nerds are uniting for a crossover episode, comparing the first seasons of House of the Dragon and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. West of Westeros hosts Nick Romano and Lauren Morgan join All Rings Considered hosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub for a lively debate about the state of fantasy TV — from balrogs and dragons to harfoots and Hightowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grab your mithril armor and your Valyrian steel sword. EW's resident podcast nerds are uniting for a crossover episode, comparing the first seasons of House of the Dragon and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. West of Westeros hosts Nick Romano and Lauren Morgan join All Rings Considered hosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub for a lively debate about the state of fantasy TV — from balrogs and dragons to harfoots and Hightowers.
This week Ender and James breakdown and review episode 7 of HBO's House of the Dragon "Driftmark". Episode Overview King Viserys and his court attend Lady Laena's funeral in Driftmark. Rhaenyra and Daemon reunite and are physically intimate. Viserys fails to reconcile with Daemon. Prince Aemond claims Vhagar as his dragon, causing an altercation with his cousins and nephews in which Lucerys slashes Aemond's eye with a knife. Wanting retribution, Queen Alicent lunges at Lucerys with Viserys' Valyrian steel dagger to gouge out his eye. Rhaenyra blocks Alicent but her arm is wounded. After claims that Rhaenyra's children are bastards, Viserys decrees anyone questioning their legitimacy will be silenced. Hand of the King, Otto Hightower later tells Alicent they will prevail, while Rhaenyra and Daemon unite against Alicent and her supporters. To continue the true Valaryon lineage, Princess Rhaenys urges that Lord Corlys pass his title through their granddaughter, Baela, claiming Laenor did not sire Rhaenyra's children. Ser Qarl appears to murder Laenor, with Rhaenys and Corlys believing a charred body is their son's. Meanwhile, Daemon and Rhaenyra privately marry in the old Valyrian Dragonlord tradition to perpetuate the pure Targaryen bloodline. After faking his death, Laenor secretly flees Driftmark with Ser Qarl.
This is the audio from this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw0FXnoCmU0 This video has no spoilers for House of the Dragon beyond Episode 7. It does have spoilers for the original Game of Thrones show. Weekly Alt Shift X HOTD livestreams every Sunday at ~10:15pm Eastern Time, right after each episode -- then an Explained video later in the week! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCveZqqGewoyPiacooywP5Ig?sub_confirmation=1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AltShiftX Twitter: https://twitter.com/altshiftx Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWW6C71HUEN5iBuX8qq5xxw Audio feed: https://anchor.fm/alt-shift-zzz Linguist David Peterson on Valyrian translation, glyphs: https://archiveofourown.org/works/41199249/chapters/105725109 Special thanks to Patrons Cameron Weiss, Ryan Steele, Harry, Shane Veglia, Jason Rattray, NotGac, Tim Cunniff, T. Ledoux, Tessa Campbell-Kelly, Ord X, Ruven Dewender, Doctor Folter, MaxPal, Jake.
King Viserys and his court attend Lady Laena's funeral in Driftmark. Rhaenyra and Daemon reunite and are physically intimate. Prince Aemond claims Vhagar as his dragon, leading to an altercation with his cousins and nephews in which Lucerys slashes Aemond's eye with a knife. Viserys denies Queen Alicent's demand that Lucerys' eye be gouged out as retribution. When Alicent attempts to attack Lucerys, Rhaenyra blocks her; Alicent stabs Rhaenyra's arm in a struggle with Viserys' Valyrian steel dagger. After claims that Rhaenyra's children are bastards, Viserys decrees that anyone questioning their legitimacy will be silenced. Reinstated as Hand of the King, Otto Hightower tells Alicent they will soon prevail. Rhaenyra and Daemon unite against Alicent and her supporters. Ser Qarl Correy appears to murder Laenor, with Princess Rhaenys and Lord Corlys believing that the found charred body is their son's. Meanwhile, Daemon and Rhaenyra are privately married in the Old Valyrian tradition to continue the pure Targaryen bloodline. Following his faked death, Laenor, with his head shaved, secretly flees Driftmark with Ser Qarl. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tradepaperbacks/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rangerryan/message
This show features local Denver comedians in a space where they can say whatever they want, and we are not a success until we have someone lose their job at SNL. This week on the podcast we have the one and only, Damon Howard. The episode opens with Evan explaining just how offensive his old summer camp was, the group talks about the shifting comedy scene in Denver, and Dylan recaps his trip to Durango for the Four Corners Comedy festival. Dylan walks us though his "first love", Evan asks about whether he'll end up in hell, and Damon tells us how he ended up with a mouth full of puss. Damon makes a Big Announcement, tells his story of the first time he smoked (it was a hard time smoking with Russians), and we meet "Vacation Damon". A talk about scary movies, leads to some spooky stories, haunted houses experience and witnessing things close to exorcisms. Dylan educates us on the importance of Valyrian bloodline, we watch a few videos and Damon critiques our comedy. (Dylan no longer wraps the cord) The episode ends with a new rule from the 420 Code and our comedic influences. Throughout the show, we break down jokes, tell stories from the local scene and discuss all of the important things happening all around the world.
In King's Landing läuten die Hochzeitsglocken. Thronerbin Rhaenyra soll mit Laenor, dem ältesten Sohn aus dem Hause Velaryon vermählt werden. Eigentlich ein genialer Schachtzug für den König Viserys, wären da nicht diverse Intrigen an seinem Hof zugange. Was hat die Liebschaft seiner Tochter mit einem Ritter der Garde für Folgen, speziell wenn dieser einen weiteren Schwur brechen möchte? Haben die Mitglieder des Hauses Royce Grund zur Annahme, dass Prinz Daemon den Tod ihrer Erben zu verantworten hat? Findet die Königin Alicent nicht nur einen, sondern gleich zwei neue Verbündete am Hofe? Und wie erfreut ist ihr Gemahl, dass sie in einem grünen Kleid zu spät zur Hochzeit erscheint? Hanna, Bjarne und Mario haben den Feierlichkeiten beigewohnt.Das Hochzeitsprogramm:0:00:00 Feedback0:07:00 Cast & Crew0:09:00 gedenken an Rhea Royce0:15:00 High Tide0:22:30 Ist Rhyenyra gay?0:27:30 Ist Criston naiv?0:31:00 Alicent & Otto0:35:00 Alicent & Larys0:43:00 Viserys & Lionel0:46:00 Die Hochzeit0:57:30 Criston & Joffrey1:12:00 FeedbackHanna auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/HannaHugeBjarne auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/BoJackBockmanMario auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/firewalkwithmee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In King's Landing läuten die Hochzeitsglocken. Thronerbin Rhaenyra soll mit Laenor, dem ältesten Sohn aus dem Hause Velaryon vermählt werden. Eigentlich ein genialer Schachzug für den König Viserys, wären da nicht diverse Intrigen an seinem Hof zugange. Was hat die Liebschaft seiner Tochter mit einem Ritter der Garde für Folgen, speziell wenn dieser einen weiteren Schwur brechen möchte? Haben die Mitglieder des Hauses Royce Grund zur Annahme, dass Prinz Daemon den Tod ihrer Erben zu verantworten hat? Findet die Königin Alicent nicht nur einen, sondern gleich zwei neue Verbündete am Hofe? Und wie erfreut ist ihr Gemahl, dass sie in einem grünen Kleid zu spät zur Hochzeit erscheint? Hanna, Bjarne und Mario haben den Feierlichkeiten beigewohnt, Das Hochzeitsprogramm: 0:00:00 Feedback 0:07:00 Cast & Crew 0:09:00 Gedenken an Rhea Royce 0:15:00 High Tide 0:22:30 Ist Rhyenyra gay? 0:27:30 Ist Criston naiv? 0:31:00 Alicent & Otto 0:35:00 Alicent & Larys 0:43:00 Viserys & Lionel 0:46:00 Die Hochzeit 0:57:30 Criston & Joffrey 1:12:00 Feedback Hanna auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/HannaHuge Bjarne auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/BoJackBockman Mario auf Twitter: https://twitter.com/firewalkwithmee
We're back again with another episode of Mind Gap Podcast! This week, Doug and Justin give some spoiler free reactions to the first two episodes of Amazon's Lord of the Rings prequel, The Rings of Power. They chat about their initial thoughts before diving into the limited constructive criticism and the unabashedly absurd hate the show has gotten. The nerds talk about the butthurt boys who are nit picky about the details of a fantasy world and the butthurt boys who are mad that there are non-white characters in this show. The dorks wrap things up with another Ask Practical Doug segment featuring a question about whether avoiding a friend's Game of Thrones-themed wedding featuring required high-Valyrian language makes them a bad person. Check out our YouTube channel where we livestream our new podcast episodes every Tuesday at 8pmCT and our video game stream every Saturday at 8pmCT. Be sure to like and subscribe for this content as well as episode highlights, Doug Watches Awkward Videos, Justin Plays Video games, and more! We have MERCH now! Follow us on all of our social medias and other platforms! https://streamerlinks.com/mindgappodcast
Luister exclusief naar de hele aflevering op Podimo!Yaay, onze Mariam is er dit keer eindelijk bij! In de derde aflevering "Second of His Name" bespreken Anousha, Ebissé en Mariam, samen met scenarioschrijver Manju Reijmer, de massive time jump, het gevecht tegen de Crabfeeder; het bizarre jachtfeest omdat een jongen twee jaar werd; de fysieke en mentale aftakeling van Koning Viserys. Rhea Rhea de raging, sulking teenager in verzet én Dae Dae, die zonder ook maar een woord uit te spreken voor een Panty Melting spektakel zorgde komen ook aan bod. Ook zien we steeds meer van de Valyrian clan en helaas daarmee ook the wigs, those damned wigs!Ook bespreken we kort de met bombarie onthaalde “Ring of Power(Naps)”, de prequel van Lord of The Rings. De meningen zijn verdeeld … De "Game of Thrones-universum is uitgebreid met de prequel-serie "House of the Dragon". In Dance of Dipsaus gaan we de hele series wekelijks ontleden. "House of the Dragon" draait om de Targaryan-dynastie, ongeveer 200 jaar vóór de gebeurtenissen van "Game of Thrones". Het is gebaseerd op delen van de roman "Fire & Blood" van George R.R. Martin uit 2018. We verwachten dat de show zijn voorganger en zijn eigen naam waarmaakt - met vuur, bloed en draken in overvloed.Abonneer je VIA PODIMO! #DragonsYall #DemDragons #DanceofDipsausZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode three of House of the Dragon was a splendid spectacle - from a fiery beach battle, to a lavish glamping party, to a chaotic suicide run. "Second of His Name" was a pivotal episode for several characters, and we can't wait to see what awaits them in the weeks to come. On this week's episode of the Night's Cast, Vanessa and Petra discuss teenage angst, the difficulties of running a kingdom (and handling a strongwilled daughter), and Daemon's plot armor of Valyrian steel.
James and Ender discuss the 2nd episode of HBO's new Original Series House of the Dragon. Show Overview: Six months after Rhaenyra is named the heir, Daemon illegally occupies Dragonstone, supported by loyal City Watch guards. Meanwhile, Prince-Admiral Craghas Drahar, known as the Crab Feeder, menaces the Stepstones at the Triarchy's behest. Rhaenyra's suggestion to show force against Daemon is dismissed, and she is instead relegated to appointing a new Kingsguard knight. Ignoring others' advice, she chooses Ser Criston, the only knight with actual battle experience. Ser Otto's daughter, Lady Alicent, has been privately consoling Viserys since his wife's death; she urges him and Rhaenyra to discuss Queen Aemma and his kingly duty to remarry. Lord Corlys and his consort, Rhaenys, propose that Viserys unite their Valyrian houses through marriage with their twelve-year-old daughter, Laena Velaryon. The Small Council learns Daemon stole a dragon egg and intends to marry his mistress Mysaria as a second spouse. Ser Otto and a small detachment sail to Dragonstone to retrieve the egg. Rhaenyra follows on her dragon, Syrax, and forces Daemon to renounce his false claims and return the egg to her. Viserys announces he will wed Lady Alicent, angering Lord Corlys, who then seeks out Daemon to propose an alliance. Show Episode Director: Greg Yaitanes Show Episode Writer: Ryan Condal
Steven and Leabo are all in! We're breaking down the love scenes from the first episode of House of the Dragon. Lovie Smith's cameo. Why Leabo doesn't trust the blondes. Plus, the guys share their expectations for this series and where they hope it doesn't go wrong. A huge shout out to our sponsors, we couldn't do this show without you…Patrick Carter Farmers Insurance Agency. For all your insurance needs go to www.kcfarmersagent.com. Thanks to our friends at CBD American Shaman. Get a free sample today at your local CBD American Shaman www.cbdamericanshaman.com And KC Grilling Company, located on the southeast corner of S. Mur-Len Rd and W. 159th St., Olathe and at www.kcgrillingco.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finally, the peasants have returned to Westeros. We do a deep dive on one of the most anticipated TV releases in the golden age of decadence, The House of the Dragon. We give our initial impressions, positives/negatives, character breakdowns, and comparisons to the original Game of Thrones series that captivated the world (until that debacle ending). So much Valyrian decadence to cover here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/notyourweeklysportspod/message
Grab your stake and crucifix pendant, we're going vampire-hunting! Well, vampire-etymology-hunting. The podcast Buffering the Vampire Slayer, which recaps the TV show Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode by episode, invited me to answer their listeners' questions of language that the show had provoked. Together with BVTS hosts Kristin Russo and Jenny Owen Youngs, I tackle the etymology of coven, vampire/vampyre, wigging out, the name Buffy and Bovril; as well as google as a verb, conlang on TV, and why Latin is so often the language of spells and spookiness. There are several swears in this episode. Find out more about this episode and some sources of the information therein at theallusionist.org/bufflusionist, where there's also a transcript. Listen to Buffering the Vampire Slayer on your pod app and at bufferingthevampireslayer.com, where you can also hear the original XL version of this episode, and get tickets for their upcoming live and livestreamed grand finale. Sign up to be a patron at patreon.com/allusionist and not only are you supporting an independent podcast, you get patron-exclusive video livestreams and a Discord community full of language chat, crafts, pet pics and word games. The Allusionist's online home is theallusionist.org. Stay in touch at twitter.com/allusionistshow, facebook.com/allusionistshow and instagram.com/allusionistshow. The Allusionist is produced by me, Helen Zaltzman. The music is by Martin Austwick. Hear Martin's own songs via palebirdmusic.com. Our ad partner is Multitude. To sponsor the show, contact them at multitude.productions/ads. This episode is sponsored by: • Bombas, whose mission is to make the comfiest clothes ever, and match every item sold with an equal item donated. Go to bombas.com/allusionist to get 20% off your first purchase. • BetterHelp, online therapy with licensed professional counsellors. Allusionist listeners get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/allusionist. • Squarespace, your one-stop shop for building and running a sleek website. Go to squarespace.com/allusionist for a free 2-week trial, and get 10 percent off your first purchase of a website or domain with the code allusionist. Support the show: http://patreon.com/allusionistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Valyrian connections past & present, Varys, Salladhor Saan and his ancestors, the Black Swan and Coryanne Wylde, Saera Targaryen, the Rogares, Lynesse Hightower. Find out why Lys is a lot like the Valyrian mafia, and whether Dany/Tyrion will go there. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com Nina: goodqueenaly.tumblr.com Sean's YouTube: bit.ly/3818H9X www.historyofwesteros.com
Valyria vs. the Ghiscari, plus a comparison of ancient world warfare, slavery, oligarchies, tyrannies, Rome and Valyria, war elephants(!) and much more, with guest Jamie Redfern. Find Jamie at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hannibal-and-the-punic-wars/id1002920121 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/history-of-westeros-game-of-thrones/support
The Ghosts of Harrenhal: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast (ASOIAF)
Jon gets a pardon and a shiny new sword from Jeor Mormont. His buddies are all excited but Jon is preoccupied with news from the south. Maester Aemon sympathizes and reveals a shocker. Simon and Mackelly continue their watch. Chapter Review: Jon has burned his hand in finally killing off Othor. While he's nursing it, Lord Commander Mormont presents him with a sword. It is the family sword of the Mormonts, it too was burned but the Valyrian steel survived. The new handle replaces the bear with a direwolf. Jon decides to keep the name, Longclaw, as it works as well for a wolf as a bear. Even better news for Jon is that Alliser Thorne has been sent to King's Landing to make the case for more troops, with the help of Jafar Flowers' trusty and un-decomposing hand. Jon is very concerned about the latest rumors from the south: Robb calling the banners and marching south to fight for their father. Jon is summoned to help maester Aemon feed his ravens. The old man reminds Jon of his vows. Jon doesn't think Aemon understands, but the maester reveals that he is Aemon Targaryen so, yeah, he's had a few family setbacks that he has had to endure in his time at the wall. Characters/Places/Names/Events: Eddard "Ned" Stark - Erstwhile hand of the King, Lord of Winterfell, and deceased King Robert's closest friend. Currently languishing in a King's Landing cell for treason. Jon Snow - Bastard son of Ned Stark. Recently sworn brother of the Night's Watch. Samwell Tarly - Brother of the Night's Watch. Heavy-set and cowardly. Attendant to maester Aemon. Friend to Jon Snow. Ser Jeor Mormont - Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. Ser Alliser Thorne - Master of Arms for the Night's Watch. Mean-spirited instructor of the new recruits. Not a fan of Jon Snow. Maester Aemon - 100 year-old maester of the Night's Watch. Now revealed to be Aemon Targaryen. Ghost - Jon Snow's direwolf. Castle Black - Headquarters of the Night's Watch at the Wall. Support the podcast. Buy a bit of merch from our store. Or if swag is not your bag, buy us a Cup of Arbor Gold.If you like what we're doing, please consider rating and reviewing us at Apple Podcasts, podchaser.com, and anywhere else you can leave a rate and review.Join the discussion on our Discord server! https://discord.com/invite/FTy7BExyBQWe'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at ghosts.harrenhal@gmail.com. Also, follow us on Twitter @GhostsHarrenhal, Facebook, Instagram, and 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=kthxycmF25MSupport the show
Game of Thrones is over, and there is a *lot* to process.In this recap of the series finale, Tricia realizes she doesn't like endings, Peter wants Jon Snow's head and Greta observes the Valyrian word for Dorne appears to be Dornut.Listen to this recap of Game of Thrones Season 8, episode 6, titled “The Iron Throne.” Then be sure to come back next week for our final recap of the entire series, including a debate on the forthcoming spinoffs and whether or not we'll truly ever get to read those pesky books.Also: Last chance to get a sweet Nerdette or Nerdette Recaps tote bag when you support public media in Chicago! Check it out: https://www.wbez.org/nerdalert
Marcas Grant, Michael Fabiano and Graham Barfield begin the show discussing the latest news (3:15), including Bills signing RB T.J. Yeldon and Texans WR Will Fuller expects to be ready for Week 1. Then, the guys are joined by Emory Hunt of The Athletic to discuss the upcoming 2019 NFL Draft (10:50. To close the show, it's a breakdown of “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” the latest episode of Game of Thrones (29:30).Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.