Category Archives: Episodes

EPISODE 80 – THE FIRST MEN

In this episode all about the First Men of Westeros we look at their origins in Essos, their arrival in Westeros via the Arm of Dorne and their subsequent war with the indigenous peoples they found there, ending in the Pact at the Isle of Faces. In the second half of the episode we tour Westeros to paint a picture of the various regions under the First Men during the Age of Heroes prior to the Andal invasion.

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EPISODE 79 – ARYA, PART 3

We’re back with part 3 of our series on Arya Stark! In this episode we cover much of her ASoS arc — from travels with the Brotherhood Without Banners, up to her journey to the Twins with Sandor Clegane. Themes of captivity, identity, mercy, and justice predominate, as well as Arya’s increasing awareness of moral greyness. Plus the Ghost of High Heart, R’hllor, Edric Dayne and more!

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EPISODE 78 – THE CHILDREN OF THE FOREST

In part three of our series on magical species of ASOIAF we explore Westeros’ indigenous people known as the children of the forest, their relationship with the Old Gods and the weirwood trees, and the magical abilities commonly associated with them — skinchanging, greenseeing and greendreams.

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EPISODE 77 – ARYA, PART 2

In part two of our series on Arya Stark we cover her months at Harrenhal, first under Lannister control and then under Roose Bolton; as well as her escape and trek into the Riverlands seeking her family, up to her encounter with a group of King’s Men at the Inn of the Kneeling Man.

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EPISODE 76 – THE OTHERS

Join us on a journey into the far north as we explore who the Others are, how they came to be, what they want, and when they might begin to play a more prominent role in ASoIaF. Lots of lore and predictions to dig into here, plus ice zombies!

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EPISODE 75 – ARYA, PART 1

In the first installment of our new series on Arya Stark, we follow her journey from Winterfell to King’s Landing, and from King’s Landing to Harrenhal.

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EPISODE 74 — W/HISTORY OF WESTEROS — THE DANCE OF THE DRAGONS, PT.5

The fifth installment of our collaboration with History of Westeros is here, and the Dying of the Dragons is the theme of the day. In this episode we revisit several locations where some of the decisive events of the war occur — Harrenhal, Tumbleton, and Dragonstone— and things continue to fall apart for House Targaryen.

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EPISODE 73 – DRAGONS

In this brand new episode we begin a series on the magical creatures of ASOIAF with an in depth look at dragons! Join us as we take you through the history of dragons, their background in the series, and how they’ve shaped the world of Westeros, as well as a complete catalog of every dragon from the mists of legend through the present!

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EPISODE 72 – BLACKWATER, PART 2 – A SONG OF SIEGE AND FIRE

In this second part of our action-packed look at the Battle of Blackwater we follow Tyrion Lannister into battle, discuss the real-life historical influences behind the conflict, and consider the aftermath of the conflict, from the immediate cost to both sides, to its impact on the War of the Five Kings and beyond. 

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EPISODE 71 – BLACKWATER, PART I – THE CLASH OF KINGS

We’re revisiting the epic Battle of the Blackwater, with a pair of immersive episodes designed to bring the action to your ears! In part one we cover what the battle will mean to our major characters, and run through all the preparations made by each side. The battle commences with Davos sailing into the Blackwater Rush and Stannis preparing to cross the river. Special readings and adverts from Westeros complete the episode. Join us on an explosive journey into the heart of a legendary battle!

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