Come obsess over A Song of Ice and Fire and Game of Thrones with us! Our show is an enthusiastic and heavily-detailed look at the past, present and future of Westeros and the realms beyond.
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Streaming is scattered. You need to know what's worth your time Taking It Down offers TV recommendations, where to find them, and thoughtful ideas on each show: recs first, analysis later. Watch TV from a different angle. Every Tuesday morning, editor-in-chief of The Alabama Take Blaine Duncan is joined by Adam Morrow, Donovan Reinwald, and others to discuss, dissect, and dive into TV and streaming. You've earned your time; learn where to spend it.
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Check out the new fun video podcast from Daemon's TV, DVR (Daemon Video Recap), chipmunk style. So far the TV shows covered only include "Lost," but will be expanded in the future.
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On The Comoot, Adam Taneski and Ruben Sooriya, two Aussies based in New York come together to re-live the movies and TV shows we're all watching. Adam is sick of binge watching culture and too many streaming services splitting the peoples attention and wants to bring us all in under the same umbrella to talk about and appreciate the stuff we're all watching right now. Ruben has the elephant's memory of all the classic film and tv we've watched over the years so together we can enjoy the clas ...
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Hi! We're Angela, Jean & Valerie -- aka 'The Daemons' -- we talk about the All Souls Series by Deborah Harkness. This includes the trilogy (A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life), Time's Convert, and The World of All Souls and any future books incoming to the universe at large. As new episodes are released in the US/Canada, we also unpack the television series based on these beloved books (titled A Discovery of Witches). Go on! Put in your ear buds, pull up your chair, br ...
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The GenNEXUS of NERD (formerly The Amber Spycast)
The Amber Spycast, Joanna Martinez, Travis Johnson, Alaric Hahn
We used to read and discuss Philip Pullman's phenomenal His Dark Materials series but now that we've completed that adventure, we're diving into genre entertainment and nerd cultural touchstones. Look for us on YouTube and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are available. Our first episode should drop soon! Please join us and listen!!
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Every great Jonathan Creek episode consists of three parts or acts: The Effect, The Method, and The Reveal. There’s also a fair amount of grot, things that really shouldn’t be said anymore, and one of television’s most enduring romances. Join Gav Murphy and Daniel Krupa as they break down all 32 episodes of Jonathan Creek, the classic British TV show about a magician’s assistant who solves impossible crimes, which they watched religiously as kids (and now, as adults). Up The Creek is the def ...
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Welcome to Can We Save the Cat, an entertainment podcast where we pick a random idea or "concept" and attempt to develop it into a quality TV/Film pitch. In the end, we'll decide if we want to save the project or scratch it. Listen on Tuesdays for new episodes. Contact us at cwstcpodcast@gmail.com to… Advertise with us. Book a private working session. Pitch an idea for the podcast. Give us feedback. Just say hi.
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Welcome to the Doctor Who Match Machine, the game that is all about you! Music credit: https://soundcloud.com/tempusware/doctor-who-theme-remix-8-16-bit © 2017 Amanda Cole
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Why You Should Watch 'Bad Monkey' and 'English Teacher' Is Good
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It's the weekly episode with Blaine beginning things on how he came to DIRECTV and it almost got bad (1:36). Blaine then recounts not just how he came to enjoy the FX/Hulu show 'English Teacher' but what about it was the turning point -- all without spoilers (3:03). Then Blaine and Donovan decide that 'The Old Man' from FX/Hulu will deserve their a…
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The Dreams of Daemon with Quinn the GM
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A look at the arc of Prince, err King… Consort Daemon in Fire and Blood and House of the Dragon. What ambitions did he have in the book? What was the purpose of his dreams at Harrenhal and his vision at the Heart tree in the show? VIPHOW20 - https://magicmind.com/VIPHOW20 - 20% off for one-time purchases and subscriptions. Quinn the GM: https://www…
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Alys Rivers tells Daemon that Harrenhal is cursed… but what does that mean? Where does the idea of a curse come from in the first place in Westeros and the real world? How are ghosts and heart trees involved? We attempt to answer those questions and more with returning guest Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn! Book spoilers. Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn's Wordpress: h…
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What Does 'Ripley' Say About Today's America, Art, and Class?
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How to avoid some social media problems? The introduction this week of Taking It Down makes its case (0:01). Blaine begins with a thanks to many listeners and friends which leads to thoughts on evolution (1:11). Blaine gets Donovan into the show by talking general TV, including 'Bad Monkey,' 'Ripley,' and those two shows' relationships to what happ…
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A look at the role of the Gods Eye in the prophetic Song of Ice and Fire dream, and what purpose it serves to the Old Gods. What does the place mean to them? Featured in this one are Harrenhal, heart trees, human and dragon blood sacrifices, Daemon & Aemond, Alys Rivers, Green Men and quite a lot more. We are back to our Sunday at 3 pm eastern time…
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TV for the Fall and the End of Alabama Slam; Plus 'The Challenge'
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Blaine laments his illness of Covid (2:09) which makes him have time for a little college football TV antics before he dissects what's possibly worth everyone's time this coming Fall on TV. Find some shows, watch along, and we may cover those after covering 'Ripley' on Netflix (5:08) and 'Bad Monkey' from Apple TV+ (6:35). Towards the middle Blaine…
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House of the Dragon Season 2 - Book to Show
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A look at what happened in Fire & Blood vs. the corresponding events of House of the Dragon Season 2. We are back to our Sunday at 3 pm eastern timeslot! VIPHOW20 - https://magicmind.com/VIPHOW20 - 20% off for one-time purchases and subscriptions. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - histor…
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Before the Dragons (TWOIAF VRR) (2022)
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Westeros 5-15 years prior to The Conquest. Featuring: Argilac the Arrogant, Queen Sharra and Ronnel Arryn, Harren the Black, Loren the Last, King Torrhen Stark, King Mern IX Gardener not to mention Aegon, Visenya, Rhaenys, their father Aerion and all their dragons... and a whole host of interconnected mini-stories. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.co…
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Why 'Lady in the Lake' Sinks, How 'Ripley' Transports, and 'The Challenge' Turns 40
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The podcast comes out of its yearly August break with TV you should miss and TV you can't miss! Adam's short movie marathon during the break included the perplexing 'Kneecap' and the ADHD-fueled 'Deadpool and Wolverine,' but it all leaves Blaine bewildered and Adam twitchy (5:56). No spoilers! The hosts dive into 'Lady in the Lake' from Apple TV+, …
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House of the Dragon Season 2 Wrap-Up
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We are back to our Sunday at 3 pm eastern timeslot. No book spoilers in this one - our book to show wrap up will be the following Sunday! Magic Mind - 3 free bottles w/ VIPHOWTRIAL - https://www.magicmind.com/VIPHOWTRIAL Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 8 Review
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Our review of episode 8, "The Queen Who Ever Was"! Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com Sean - bit.ly/3818H9X HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/ Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/howfbDiscord: https://bit.ly/howdiscord…
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Our breakdown of S2E7 "The Red Sowing". Video suggested! Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/
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House of the Dragon S2 Recap & Finale Preview (Live! at City Winery)
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We had a live event at City Winery NYC to chat HOTD season 2 and the upcoming (at the time) finale - no book spoilers. We take live listener questions (listen to the voices of your fellow fans!), take audience polls, recap the season, and talk about what we expect in the finale. You can buy the City Winery HoW wine bottle seen in this episode if yo…
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The full story of the biggest dragon of all time, from a hatchling in Valyria to a skull in the basement. Video available in the Spotify app. (scripted) Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com Nina: goodqueenaly.tumblr.com www.historyofwesteros.com…
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The Third Season of 'The Bear' Had Hits and Misses, a Sweet Review of 'IF,' and Reading On Tour
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This this short episode from Taking It Down, Adam discusses what books are perfect if a musician is on tour (2:42) and the whole crew discusses the hits and misses of the third season of 'The Bear' (4:53). In the last bit, Blaine welcomes back his special guest for a quick review of 'IF,' a movie now streaming on Paramount+ (11:08). Taking It Down …
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 7 Review
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Our review of episode 7, "The Red Sowing"! City Winery NYC Event: https://www.bit.ly/howlivenyc Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com Sean - bit.ly/3818H9X HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/…
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Marvel's Scared Money, 'Presumed Innocent' Finale, New Netflix Series 'The Decameron,' and More
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This week begins with no spoilers but some thoughts on how 'Presumed Innocent' came to its ending (1:27). Once Adam and Donovan join the conversation, talk turns to that big Olympics opening and question why Blaine hates the competitions (4:29) before catching their breaths over the huge Comic Con news from Marvel (13:09). Or was it as big as the M…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 7 Preview with Lady Gwyn
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We're joined by Lady Gwyn of Radio Westeros! All our best predictions and things to watch out for during episode 7 are here! There are book and trailer and casting spoilers… but never leaks! www.radiowesteros.com City Winery NYC Event: https://bit.ly/howlivenyc Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stic…
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The Rhaenyra and Alicent Show with Kim Renfro
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The two characters GRRM first centered the story on in "The Princess and the Queen"! A look at the arcs of Rhaenyra and Alicent as they intersect with one another. From friendship to war with everything in-between. With special guest Kim Renfro! No spoilers until the end. Try Magic Mind for free here: https://magicmind.com/VIPHOWTRIAL - code VIPHOW…
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Our breakdown of S2E6 "Smallfolk" Video suggested! Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 6 Review
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Our review of episode 6, "Smallfolk"! City Winery Event: www.bit.ly/howlivenyc Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com Sean - bit.ly/3818H9X HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/
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What Halts 'House of the Dragon,' Plus 'Presumed Innocent' and 'The Bear'
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This week, Blaine begins with why you should be watching 'Presumed Innocent' as it winds down for the finale this week (1:52) before he gets into spoilers for the show penultimate episode (3:04). From there, it's episodes five and six of this season of 'House of the Dragon' with spoilers (7:27) before he brings in a special co-host for a brief trip…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 6 Preview with PoorQuentyn
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All our best predictions and things to watch out for during episode 6 are here! There are book and trailer and casting spoilers… but never leaks! City Winery NYC Event: https://bit.ly/howlivenyc Poor Quentyn: https://notacastasoiaf.podbean.com/ Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofweste…
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House of the Dragon - S3 and Beyond with Jason Concepcion
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There will be Theories! A Q&A session with Jason the Maester of the Official HotD and the X Ray Vision podcasts as we look forward to what’s to come after season 2. There will also be spoilers from the books but as usual, NO leaks. Tune in Mondays at 6 pm eastern for Review episodes and Saturdays at 3 pm eastern for Preview (spoiler-filled) episode…
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Our breakdown of S2E5 "Regent"! Video suggested. Tune in Mondays at 6 pm for Reviews, Wednesdays at 7 pm for deep dives, Saturdays at 3 pm for Previews (spoiler-filled). All times Eastern. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com HOTD Intro - https:…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 5 Review
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Our review of episode 5, "Regent." City Winery Event: www.bit.ly/howlivenyc Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com Sean - bit.ly/3818H9X HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/
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Family Warfare and Dysfunction in 'House of the Dragon' and 'The Bear'
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It all boils down to family and dysfunction this week on Taking It Down. Blaine begins with his weekly thoughts on 'Presumed Innocent' which will have spoilers (1:18). Adam and Donovan join to talk about the dragon warfare and political drama of the fourth episode of 'House of the Dragon,' titled "The Red Dragon and the Gold" (5:15). In the second …
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The First Battle of the Dance of the Dragons
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House of the Dragon used some clever visual storytelling to give us a sample of the Battle of the Burning Mill, but the full story of the first battle of the Dance of the Dragons deserves to be told. It features a rekindling of the ancient Blackwood/Bracken feud along with Prince Daemon Targaryen and Caraxes. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 5 Preview w/ Joanna Robinson
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With special guest Joanna Robinson from The Ringer! A discussion on what's to come the rest of the season, focusing on episode 5. City Winery NYC Event: https://bit.ly/howlivenyc Joanna Robinson: https://www.jowrotethis.com/ Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com ww…
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Our breakdown of S2E4 "The Red Dragon and the Gold"! Video suggested. Tune in Mondays at 6 pm for Reviews, Wednesdays at 7 pm for deep dives Saturdays at 3 pm for Previews (spoiler-filled). All times Eastern. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com H…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 4 Review
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Our review of episode 4, "The Red Dragon and the Gold." Tune in Mondays at 6 pm eastern for Review episodes and Saturdays at 3 pm eastern for Preview (spoiler-filled) episodes, with special guests. City Winery Event: www.bit.ly/howlivenyc Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.c…
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Sympathetic Villains in 'House of the Dragon' and Fear in 'The Bear'
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This week, Blaine recommends 'Presumed Innocent' on Apple TV+ with no spoilers (1:57) before getting into the specifics of what makes it worth watching (4:37). Once Adam and Donovan join, they reveal some random TV they normally don't discuss on the podcast (11:43) before the entire crew dig into the third episode of 'House of the Dragon,' titled "…
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The Boys - Homelander goes home, tragedy on ice - S4 E3 & E4
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The Boys - Season 4: Eps 3 &4 Ruben and Adam roll on with the next two episodes of Season 4. There are laserings on ice, lobotomies, Homelander goes back to the lab, more laserings, Starlight loses it and more...
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 4 Preview
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All our best predictions and things to watch out for during episode 4 are here! There are book and trailer and casting spoilers… but never leaks! Tune in Mondays at 6 pm eastern for Review episodes and Saturdays at 3 pm eastern for Preview (spoiler-filled) episodes, with special guests. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros…
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Our breakdown of S2E3 "The Burning Milll"! Video suggested. Tune in Mondays at 6 pm for Reviews, Wednesdays at 7 pm for deep dives Saturdays at 3 pm for Previews (spoiler-filled). All times Eastern. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com HOTD Intro - …
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The Boys are indeed back - our favorite on screen bromance of Butcher and Homelander returns to our homes and WE ARE EXCITED - Ruben and Adam re-live the first two episodes of the new season, what's exciting and what could we care less about. Are you a Hometeamer? or a Starlighter?By Comoot Podcast Network
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 3 Review
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Locations and characters are added as the inevitable draws close... Another deep dive full of lore and parallels and things you probably missed. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com Sean - bit.ly/3818H9X HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/…
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Daemon Is The Trump of 'House of the Dragon,' The Horror of the Finale of 'Dark Matter,' and More
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It's a stellar episode this week as Blaine welcomes any new listeners, of which there are several these days (0:01). Plus, there's the newsletter, and Blaine explains why it exists (0:51) as well as what's new in the store (1:54). Apple TV+ cancels 'The Big Door Prize' and he explains why that's both sad and worrisome (2:13). Blaine previews next w…
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House of the Dragon S2: Episode 3 Preview
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All our best predictions and things to watch out for during episode 3 are here! There are book and trailer and casting spoilers… but never leaks! Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.threadless.com www.historyofwesteros.com HOTD Intro - https://br4nthebuilder.com/…
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The Tragic Twins: Ser Erryk & Ser Arryk
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Ser Erryk and Ser Arryk are not only one of the most tragic tales in Westeros history and two of the most famous knights in the history of the Kingsguard, but a perfect encapsulation of the Dance of the Dragons itself. Not to mention they were 2 of the first characters created for the Dance, mentioned before even Rhaenyra and Aegon! This episode ha…
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