We begin this week's episode with a long rant about the delights of water and the near-heatstroke experience Raven had in Madrid. In Shadow Scale, we learn Kiggs might reappear soon and discuss whether the Will They/Won't They tension might be better than the end result. Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link!…

Raven makes a huge mistake at the top of this week's episode, gives us the tea on the disaster she faced with her newest Ikea furniture, and reveals what makes getting tattooed so difficult. In Shadow Scale, the series' ickiest character returns and Jess and Raven come up with wild theories about Jannoula's motivations. Create a podcast with Buzzsp…

(WARNING: BALDUR'S GATE 3 SPOILERS IN EPISODE) In this week's episode, Raven talks learning to play Fallout 4 and pepperoni tea, while Jess talks Baldur's Gate 3 choices. In Shadow Scale, Jannoula becomes a bigger problem, Abdo's secrets are revealed, and Raven challenges the plot conveniences in the story. Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get …

WE'RE BACK! In this episode, Jess and Raven explain why they went on such a long, unexpected break, and we return to Shadow Scale! We learn more about Jannoula and what makes her so terrifying to Seraphina, and Raven speculates that a disorder may have inspired Phina's mind garden. Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card wit…

In this episode, chapters 6 and 7 of Shadow Scale make us more and more suspicious of Abdo, his powers, and who he is communicating with behind the scenes. We also discuss which of the novel's half-dragon characters we would want to hang out with the most, and which is the most grotesque. Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift c…

In chapters 4 and 5 of Rachel Hartman's Shadow Scale, Raven's and Jess's suspicions about Abdo deepen, we encounter one of Seraphina's grotesques, and we reflect on "iPad kids" and the impact of technology on childhood. We also compare Shadow Scale's travel chapters to A Feast for Crows, and what we discover leaves our jaws on the floor. Create a p…

In this episode, we spill the tea on chapters 1 and 2! Brace yourself for the mysterious absence of Seraphina's "soul-light," Abdo's villain arc, a morally indifferent dragon general, and Seraphina becoming the ultimate dragon whisperer. Plus, Seraphina and Kiggs decide whether to tell Glisselda the truth about their non-affair. (Also, St. Capiti t…

Welcome back, dearest listeners! We're thrilled to kick off season 7 with Shadow Scale, the highly anticipated sequel to Seraphina. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the familiar land of Goredd, revisit Seraphina, Kiggs, and Glisselda, and unravel the new threats and plot twists that are new to both of us (as well as a strangely convenient pl…

We have finally reached the end of A Feast for Crows! In this episode, we find out why so many of the biggest characters were excluded from this novel, we break down the themes of the story, reflect on notable moments, and give our final thoughts on the fourth installment of the Song of Ice and Fire series. Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get …

In this week's episode, we cover the final chapter of the book. Will this chapter bring the story full circle, as we predicted? Or will it be just as disappointing as the rest of the book? We discuss how to depict iron in a sigil, the difference between Redwynes and Hightowers, what would cause the whole realm to fall to pieces, who is the Mad Maid…

In this week's chapter, Jaime's final chapter of the book, we explore how Jaime is much smarter than his twin sister Cersei and also how he's just as stupid. We learn who betrayed Robb to the Lannisters, the true motives of Robb's wife, and talk Nymeria vs. Ghost. Character perspectives in this episode: Jaime... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and…

Happy Halloween! In Cersei's final perspective chapter in this novel, will her world come crashing down around her or will all her evil plans pay off? Topics include: what makes rooibos a fake tea (again), Raven's new excuse for why she isn't drinking tea this episode, some people being still stuck in the 15th century, possible plot holes, Cersei's…

Happy Friday the 13th! After last week's chapter mix-up, we are back on track with Alayne's missing chapter! We discover one of the biggest differences between the show and the book, the three queens who followed the five kings, a not-so-surprising murder plot, the secret ingredients in sweetmilk, and... uh oh... did Alayne just accidentally give a…

Jess and Raven, as well as Brienne, come face to face with the haunting Lady Stoneheart in this week's episode. We discuss why she was excluded from the show and George R.R. Martin's response to that decision. Other topics include: Raven's extensive laziness and getting high at work. Character perspectives in this episode: Brienne... Create a podca…

Jess and Raven are finally brought back to Dorne in this week's episode, where Arianne faces the consequences of her actions and the Prince of Dorne reveals he is not as meek as he seems. Other topics include: the Renaissance Faire, airport stress, long tattoos, laser hair removal, and possibly moving to Manitoba. Character perspectives in this epi…

Join us as we sing the praises of the despicable character that is Cersei, question whether she was responsible for the death of her childhood friend, and criticize her web of lies that will hopefully lead to her comeuppance. Other topics include: the joys and horrors of camping, and evil D&D characters and campaigns. Character perspectives in this…

THE inn is full of wild children, Jaime backhands a dude, and Rorge brings his ex to a swordfight. Brienne meets another big character and her big fight happens, which silences several characters forever, and we speculate how quickly it would take for a fighter to tire. Jaime comes face-to-face with the Blackfish, and is forced to use his brain for…

We are back! Thank you for your patience and bearing with us during our bereavement break. In today's episode, we speculate whether Rhaegar had bastards, discuss Loras's awful fate, laugh at a highly unfortunate name, and side with bloodsucking witches. Other topics include: the inability to nap due to capitalism, a PSA about toilet paper, a septic…

This week, we cover one episode of A Feast For Crows and we catch up with Jess and Raven! In the novel, Sam and Gilly mourn the death of someone very close to them, and we debate the use of prophecies in fantasy. Other topics include: an argument about hot springs at Harrison, choosing TikTok over Cocaine Bear, SIDS could be solved in the near futu…

In this week's episode, an actually good chapter! Jaime reaches Riverrun and grapples with the prospect of breaking his vow to Catelyn Stark, and Cat (Arya) sells oysters, clams, and cockles, and makes a grave mistake that involves a pair of boots. In writing school with Raven, Raven teaches Jess about the narrative principle that is Chekhov's Gun.…

We are absolutely obsessed with Cersei! Cersei's chapters continue to carry this book and this one is a doozie. Plans go awry, royals get offended, and theories fly in this behemoth of a chapter. Even Brienne's chapter isn't a bore, although we do have one bone to pick with GRRM. We also discuss the unreliable narrator technique in literature. Char…

TW: SA Hosts Jess and Raven read and discuss Victarion Greyjoy's emotional journey under his new king, as well as Jaime's travels to Riverrun, in which he learns many troubling things and finally confesses his deepest secret to someone surprising. We also discuss criticisms of Game of Thrones, and whether it's necessary to show SA in TV media. Char…

Raven and Jess explore what is different about the twins now that they're no longer on good terms, what Tywin would think of Cersei's decisions for the kingdoms, and what it was that changed Jaime so drastically. Character perspectives in this episode: Jaime and Cersei... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link…

In today's episode, Brienne's chapters continue to disappoint us while Sam's is surprisingly juicy. We discuss Raven's inability to breathe, fear of death, whether GRRM's writing is becoming predictable, and Jess is surprised by a secret cameo! Character perspectives in this episode: Brienne and Samwell... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a…

Cersei is back at it again with the idiotic takes and the cringe, but we love it. Join us in today's episode where we cover Cersei's secret crush and what makes her such a terrible ruler and mother. Character perspectives in this episode: Cersei... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link! https://www.buzzsprout…

Finally! Some good f**king chapters! In today's episode, Raven's only complaint is about her driver's license. A couple of really solid chapters have us feeling nourished and elated! Arya's adventure in the House of Black and White begins and we pick out what is different from the show, and the strange choice the show made regarding Needle. Littlef…

Kick back, relax, and enjoy listening to Jess and Raven complain about the amount of boring travel in this episode's chapters. Sure, Brienne has a fun fight and Arianne Martell is betrayed dramatically, but at what cost? Raven breaks down exactly what is so frustrating about the writing in this book. Character perspectives in this episode: Brienne …

Jess and Raven kick off this episode with a lengthy discussion about House of the Dragon, and Jess educates Raven on the greens versus the blacks and the dragons. In A Feast for Crows, we are introduced to the captain of the Iron Fleet, and learn about the horrible things he's done. We also meet Euron Greyjoy for the first time, and learn about the…

Cersei is so dumb. Like, actually so dumb. Like so stupid. In today's episode, we read chapters 16 and 17 of A Feast for Crows and find out how the twins' paths are diverging and discuss why this may be happening. We also theorize the reason for the Golden Company breaking its contract with Myr, whose side Lady Merryweather is really on, what mista…

We are happy to be back from our short hiatus! In today's episode, we learn more about Brienne's past. We also meet Lord Tarly and discover why Sam is so terrified of him. We are shocked by Sam's drama on the seas and it even makes us question how we feel about Jon Snow! Character perspectives in this episode: Brienne and Samwell... Create a podcas…

Our brains melt out of our ears in this episode! Cersei's exhausting chapter leaves us wishing she had a heart while Ser Arys Oakheart's first ever chapter leaves us wishing WE had a brain. Character perspectives in this episode: Cersei and The Soiled Knight... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link! https://w…

Jess and Raven disagree in this episode more than ever. We discuss whether Sansa is a weak character, who the true Littlefinger is, what makes Asha Greyjoy late to the party, and whether more should have happened in Asha's first ever perspective chapter. Character perspectives in this episode: Sansa and The Kraken's Daughter... Create a podcast wit…

In this episode, we discuss what makes Jaime's chapter so useless and what Martin is missing in his writing, and Brienne's memories teach us more about her childhood and upbringing. Character perspectives in this episode: Jaime and Brienne... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?…

We start off this episode with Writing School with Raven and a trip to the pure land of Reddit to explain our feelings. We then delve into Cersei's psyche and realize we may have been very very wrong about her as a mother. Character perspectives in this episode: Cersei... Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link…

In this week's episode, Jess and Raven are the most disappointed they've probably ever been in the series. If you've been waiting for us to get critical of this series, this is the episode for you! Not only do we question why A Feast for Crows exists, but we also discuss the epic Titan of Braavos, who Sam is in a nutshell, odd wildling customs, and…

In today's episode, we enter the mind's of two brand new perspective characters who also happen to be two of the most powerful women in the Seven Kingdoms, albeit in very different ways. Will Cersei's perspective tell us whether she is truly a sociopath? Jess and Raven discuss her state of mind as she learns about her father's passing. Will Brienne…

Forget Winterfell and King's Landing! In this week's episode, we venture to the Iron Islands and Dorne to see what they hell they are up to over there. We witness the consequences of a mysterious death with the Greyjoys, learn about the Drowned God, and add another new character to Raven's s**t-list. In Dorne, we witness the consequences of a not-s…

Welcome to the Season 6 premiere! It's our launch of the thrilling next chapter of the Song of Ice and Fire series, A Feast For Crows (2005) by George R. R. Martin. In this episode, we choose our new character perspectives and dive into the mystery of the Faceless Men in the prologue! Find out which new characters will have their own perspectives i…

We are starting a brand new series today! We know you love the Song of Ice and Fire series, but we thought... whatever! Happy April Fool's Day! Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift card with our link! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=289148 Thanks so much for listening! If you want more of the podcast, you can follow us…

Has it been 3 years already?? The whole TIGBAB family - Jess, Raven, Erik, and Jake - reunites for more Game of Thrones trivia! Will Raven be dethroned this year? Will someone sing "Sweet Home Alabama" again? Will Erik actually be able to answer some questions this time? Enjoy the chaos of two Game of Thrones superfans and one Game of Thrones hater…

In our epic finale episode for A Storm of Swords, we cover the shocking and disturbing epilogue that breaks our brains. We are introduced to Lady Stoneheart, a character that will haunt our dreams. Jess takes us on a journey back through the novel, breaking down major plot points and moments of character development, and we also return to Writing S…

It's the beginning of the end for A Storm of Swords! In this episode, we discuss the final perspective character chapters of the book, Jon and Sansa, and discover things that will haunt us until we start the next book in the series. The Night's Watch elect a new Lord Commander, we discuss why Jon wants to be Lord of Winterfell so badly, and one of …

In this week's episode, Jess has the longest brain fart in living memory and Stannis does something that makes Raven bend the knee. Prepare yourself for heated discussions on G.R.R.M.'s accomplishments as a writer, Tyrion's character flaws in the books vs the show, and what makes Janos Slynt so corrupt. We also find out the secret that Jaime has be…

It's our first episode of 2022! In this one, we talk about whether New Year's resolutions are still a thing and we whine about how hard it is to be adults (typical). In A Storm of Swords, we spend both our chapters at the Wall, learning how to vote for a new Lord Commander and who's in the running (Alliser Thorne, anyone?). Sam is plotting and Jon …

Jess and Raven are on holidays this week, but we didn't want to leave you empty-handed! Today we are giving you a little taste of what we have on our Patreon - mini-episodes forcing our hater brother to watch Game of Thrones. If you like what you hear, please consider joining our Patreon! Create a podcast with Buzzsprout and get a $20 Amazon gift c…

In today's episode, we scream as Jon's story collides with another main character's, and discuss what makes Arya and the Hound's relationship so interesting. Arya comes face to face with scumbags on her kill list, we remember Mycah and Ygritte, we watch Davos's influence stretch across Westeros, and debate what we would do if we were in charge of t…

We've reached the final stretch. In this week's episode of A Storm of Swords, we cover Dany's and Jaime's final chapters of the book. Topics include: why Jorah is a massive idiot, Dany not being a perspective character in the next book, Brienne and Jaime's blossoming relationship, what makes Jaime Jess's favourite character, and a new vital piece o…

This episode kicks off with Christmas talk, and what makes this season so difficult. In A Storm of Swords, Jon is still battling wildlings and two of our most hated characters make their reappearance. And, we contrast Shae's behaviour in the book to the show, and read in descriptive detail one of the most gruesome deaths in the series. We also go o…

In today's episode, Jessica can't English, Barristan Selmy was a boss at age 10, Jaime confronts the Kingsguard for allowing harm to come to the king, we learn how Renly returns from the dead, we try to figure out Littlefinger's intentions, which of his words are lies and which are the truth, and Lysa says something revealing! Character perspective…

Arya is warging into Nymeria and discovers something horrifying involving Catelyn, which turns out to be entirely new for us. Like, not in the show at all new. Except Jess knows some stuff and gets to laugh at how clueless Raven is. Tyrion's trial starts and immediately goes very badly. We also discuss a creepy Game of Thrones theory and give some …