EPISODE 27 – NED – FOR LOVE AND HONOR

Yolkboy and Lady Gwyn examine the arc of Ned Stark and his legacy in the novels. From the frozen North to the Red Keep and beyond, we explore the politics of Ned’s lifetime with special attention paid to his honor, judgement, history and role as a family man. Our usual readings and advert from Westeros round out the episode.

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EPISODE 26 – AEGON and COMPANY – THE ONLY DRAGON YOU NEED

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Lady Gwyn and yolkboy analyze Aegon VI, Jon Connington, their companions, the Golden Company and their invasion of Westeros with special guest Brynden BFish. Predictions for TWoW and the Dance of the Dragons 2.0 complete the episode.

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EPISODE 25 – THE BLACKFYRE CONSPIRACY – WRIT IN BLOOD

Lady Gwyn and yolkboy examine the plotting and schemes surrounding young Aegon VI Targaryen, with special attention paid to the involvement of Varys and Illyrio and their histories and backgrounds, as well as the history of House Blackfyre. Our usual readings and advert from Westeros complete the episode.

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GAME OF THRONES SEASON 6 COVERAGE

It’s that time of year, and once again we’re teaming up with our friends at History of Westeros to review HBO’s Game of Thrones. You can find the weekly video cast links here or download the audio from iTunes.

EPISODE 24 – LITTLEFINGER, PART TWO – ONLY CAT

Lady Gwynhyfvar and yolkboy present part two of a two part examination of Petyr Baelish. Littlefinger’s youth and relationship with House Tully and his plotting involving Sansa Stark and the Vale, as well as his ultimate endgame and possible arc in The Winds of Winter will be considered. Readings and adverts from Westeros complete the episode.

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EPISODE 23 – LITTLEFINGER, PART ONE – ARMORED IN GOLD

Yolkboy and Lady Gwyn present part one of a two part examination of Petyr Baelish. Littlefinger’s plotting, schemes and economic manipulation relative to the events in King’s Landing and the deaths of several key players there will be examined, with special consideration paid to his use of agents and spies. Readings and adverts from Westeros complete the episode.

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EPISODE 22 – JORAH – TWICE EXILED

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Lady Gwyn and Yolkboy examine Ser Jorah Mormont, from his background on Bear Island to days of exile and spy, rise to Queensguard for Daenerys Targaryen, second exile and beyond. An advert from the world of ASoIaF and specially arranged readings complete the episode.

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EPISODE 21 – IT IS WRITTEN IN PROPHECY

Yolkboy and Lady Gwyn analyse some of the key prophecies from A Song of Ice and Fire, including The Stallion Who Mounts the World and the visions from the House of the Undying, as well as the enigmatic words of characters like Patchface and Quaithe. A song from Dinosaur Feathers and specially arranged readings complete the episode.

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EPISODE 20 – QYBURN and ROBERT STRONG – HE CAN DO HORRORS

Lady Gwyn and Yolkboy analyse the monsters of A Song of Ice and Fire: Gregor Clegane, Qyburn and Ser Robert Strong, with special attention paid to Robert Strong’s role in the upcoming novels. An advert from the world of ASoIaF and specially arranged readings complete the episode.

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EPISODE 19 – THE NORTH REMEMBERS

Lady Gwyn and Yolkboy look at the politics and intrigue going on in the north following the Red Wedding. From resistance and inheritance to conspiracy and vengeance, we deconstruct the theory popularly known as “The Grand Northern Conspiracy.” Special sections on the culture of the north, Robb’s will, Wyman Manderly, and a look at events at Winterfell, in the crofter’s village and at the Wall. An advert from the world of ASoIaF and specially arranged readings round out the episode.

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