Best Valar Podcasts (2024)

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Let us Dance with Dragons! 1:01:06

2h ago1:01:06

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Join Minwa and Tony as they mark a major milestone - their 50th episode! To celebrate, they're shaking things up by answering engaging listener questions and turning the tables on each other with some fun and revealing queries. Get ready to discover new sides of the hosts as they share their favorite desserts, current TV obsessions, and even their …

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"The Queen Who Ever Was" HOTD S2 | EP8 1:32:06

12d ago1:32:06

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The finale of House of the Dragon Season 2 is here! Episode 8, The Queen Who Ever Was, sees our character on the brink of war. Rhaenyra and Daemon finish up Team Blacks’ business at Harrenhal and rally their armies, Jace meets the Dragonseeds, and Alicent makes an offer Rhaenyra can’t refuse. Though fans were disappointed by the episode, there’s a …

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340 – Since You’re Gone 2:25:03

20d ago2:25:03

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Bilbo wakes up from his nap just in time to pass the Old Took; Alan and Shawn wake up from our nap just in time to pass the two-hour mark. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as Sam finally figures out where Frodo is going in the last of our three episodes on The Grey Havens - and the final episode of our six-season journey through Th…

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"The Red Sowing" HOTD S2 | EP7 1:03:03

13d ago1:03:03

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The penultimate episode of House of the Dragon Season 2 is here! Episode 7, The Red Sowing, delivers on the spectacle expected from a penultimate episode and finally raises the stakes for Team Black. Rhaenyra meets the Dragonseeds, unclaimed dragons find new riders, and Daemon finally finishes up business at Harrenhal. Minwa and Tony dissect the ep…

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339 – You’re the Girl 2:21:35

27d ago2:21:35

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Rosie is the girl that keeps Sam up at night, so they get married; we are the podcast hosts that keep you up at night - all we ask from you is to subscribe. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as anniversaries become dark days for Frodo in the second of our three episodes on The Grey Havens. Frodo suggests Sam and Rosie move in to Bag…

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"Smallfolk" HOTD S2 | EP6 1:03:43

29d ago1:03:43

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In the 47th episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony dive into their discussion on House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 6, 'Smallfolk'. They kick off the conversation by addressing the disappointment some fans have expressed regarding the season's progression. The hosts then tackle a plethora of questions before delving into a detailed reca…

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338 – Good Times Roll 1:49:47

1M ago1:49:47

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Spring surpassed Sam’s wildest hopes; Alan and Shawn are content just avoiding disappointment. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as the hobbits let the good times roll while rebuilding the Shire in the first of three episodes on The Grey Havens. Lobelia Sackville-Baggins finds redemption and popularity; the Gaffer shouts random prov…

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"Regent" HOTD S2 | EP5 53:49

1M ago53:49

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The latest episode of HOTD sees our characters deal with the aftermath of pivotal battle at Rook’s Rest. Alicent braces for the future and Aemond as regent, Rhaenyra appoints a Hand of the Queen as Jace embarks on a solo mission, and Daemon’s visions get even more frustrating and intense at Harrenhal. It’s an episode that differs from the source ma…

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337 – Magic 1:54:42

1M ago1:54:42

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Merry tells Sandyman that he is “dirty and insolent”, and the obvious jokes about your podcast hosts write themselves. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark for one of the saddest hours in our heroes’ lives in the last of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Sam’s heart is broken by the devastation in his hometown, the hobbit…

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"The Red Dragon and the Gold" HOTD S2 | EP4 1:09:26

1M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

House of the Dragon had one of its biggest episodes to date. Episode 4 of Season 2 features our first ever bonafide dragon-on-dragon fight as Team Blacks and Team Greens meet head-on at a pivotal clash at Rook’s Rest. Leading up to the battle, Rhaenyra returns to Dragonstone and Alicent puts Aegon in his place. At Harrenhal, Daemon is being haunted…

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"The Burning Mill" HOTD S2 | EP3 1:06:16

2M ago1:06:16

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In Episode 3 of Season 2, Team Blacks and Team Greens address a battle in the riverlands with Daemon and Criston heading to Harrenhal, while Rhaenyra sets out on a risky final attempt at making peace. Minwa and Tony discuss & recap the episode, including the underlying depth of the episode seen through Heleana and Alicent, as well as Daemon’s mysti…

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336 – Let’s Go 1:36:53

2M ago1:36:53

1:36:53

The Gaffer hopes that Sam’s behaved hisself and given satisfaction; we hope we’ve done the same for you. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as the ruffians hack, burn, and ruin everything they touch in the fourth of five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Flashbacks tell us about Lotho’s “business dealings”, as well as his mother…

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"Rhaenyra the Cruel" HOTD S2 | EP2 58:59

2M ago58:59

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In Episode 2 of Season 2 of House of the Dragon, Rhaenyra gets a new title as she is blamed for the death of Prince Jaeherys Targaryen. We see our beloved Team Blacks are weakened by this and a rift between Daemon and Rhaenyra. Meanwhile, Team Greens are busy mourning, pointing fingers, coming up with a disastrous plan, and annoying Minwa and Tony …

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335 – Just What I Needed 1:27:36

2M ago1:27:36

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The voice is right, and your face is no worse than it was, Sam. Also true for Alan and Shawn. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as our hobbit heroes are just what the Shire needs in the third of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Sam gets a bit tongue-tied; Farmer Exposition, uh Cotton, acts as bait; and the big ruffian…

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"A Son for a Son" HOTD S2 | EP1 1:09:35

2M ago1:09:35

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House of the Dragon is back! Season 2’s premiere episode dropped and Minwa and Tony immediately got to work breaking down the ‘magnanimous’ episode that had so much to offer. We explore Rhaenyra’s heartbreaking grief and Team Blacks major decision, while Minwa expresses her frustration with Team Greens and Tony spots all the hidden Easter eggs. Sup…

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334 – Shake It Up 1:52:56

2M ago1:52:56

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It is rather a comic cavalcade that hosts this episode, but at least we’re not under arrest. Yet. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as Frodo and friends drive the two-feather Shirriff to exhaustion in the second of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. The hobbits don’t let nothin’ get in the way as they deliver bad news t…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP10 "The Black Queen" 1:32:09

2M ago1:32:09

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Our House of the Dragon Season 1 Recap comes to an end with an in-depth discussion of the season finale, ‘The Black Queen’. Joining us for the discussion is past guest host & friend Shandra AKA FilmForager on Instagram and host of the Fellowship of The Mic podcast. Together, Minwa, Tony, and Shan discuss the catastrophic events that lead Rhaenyra &…

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333 – Triple Nelson: The PPP Turns 333 2:11:24

3M ago2:11:24

2:11:24

It’s time for yet another party of special magnificence as The Prancing Pony Podcast releases its third highlight episode: it’s almost time for our vinyl box set and reunion tour. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as they play listener-selected moments from the last eleventy-one episodes! From our visit to the butt store to the Witc…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP9 "The Green Council" 1:02:17

3M ago1:02:17

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The penultimate episode of season one of House of the Dragon is all Greens, as they make the pivotal first official move that kicks off the oncoming war. Special guest & friend Louis returns to the podcast to discuss the episode and its most crucial moments. Follow Louis on Instagram: Louloureviews Support the Show. Follow Dancing with Dragons on I…

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332 – Hello Again 1:39:50

3M ago1:39:50

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No admittance between sundown and sunrise; except for Shawn, he can come and go as he pleases. Join The Man of the West as he welcomes back The Lord of the Mark as Frodo and friends return to a much-changed Shire in the first of five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Merry calls out a fellow Bucklander, Sam recognizes an old friend, and the ho…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP8 "The Lord of the Tides" 57:11

3M ago57:11

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In one of House of the Dragon’s most emotional episodes, the Blacks and the Greens reunite in King’s Landing with the succession of Driftmark up for debate. Viserys’ deteriorating health is another focus of the episode, getting the characters and the hosts, Minwa and Tony, all emotional. Support the Show. Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Fo…

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331 – Questions After Nightfall 27 1:31:48

3M ago1:31:48

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Tom talks in trochaic tetrameter today, triggering a trend. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South in his last episode (this season) as we answer listener questions in our 27th Questions After Nightfall! From popular misconceptions about Tolkien to keeping Gandalf on-task, from the nature of hope to the nature of Gothmog, our listeners …

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP7 "Driftmark" 49:45

3M ago49:45

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The House of the Dragon episode Driftmark is a game changer for the show’s characters seeing impactful reunions between estranged characters and frightful, gripping altercations. Daemon & Rhaenyra are at a loss… at start the episode, that is. Alicent lets out her feelings. And Aemond’s daring risk to claim Vhagar angers the rest of the kids. Suppor…

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HOTD Trailer Breakdown 29:50

3M ago29:50

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House of the Dragon season 2 is right around the corner - Minwa and Tony dissect the latest trailer for the season and discuss what could be in store for Team Greens and Team Blacks. Support the Show. Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_Reviews Follow Minwa on IG: TheArabKhaleesi https://dancingwithdragons.buzzsprout…

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330 – And Here’s To You, Master Barliman 1:51:29

3M ago1:51:29

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Dark shapes and dreadful things are terrifying Barliman; James and Alan will try not to make it any worse. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as the hobbits conclude their visit to Bree in the final episode on Homeward Bound. Barliman is deeply confused about this whole king thing, the hobbits wonder exactly what Barliman means by “…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP6 "The Princess and the Queen" 46:54

3M ago46:54

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For the 36th episode of the Dancing with Dragon's podcast, Tony is joined by special guest host Shan AKA Filmforager on Instagram and the host of the Fellowship of the Mic Podcast. Shan filled in for Minwa who was filling under the weather. Good news, Minwa will be back behind the mic next week. Tony and Shan discuss the biggest time jump of HOTD S…

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329 – Hello Pony, My Old Friend 1:32:22

4M ago1:32:22

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Not all wounds can be healed, and not all episode descriptions can be clever. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we accompany Gandalf and the hobbits on their journey home from Rivendell in the first of our two episodes on Homeward Bound. Frodo provides an accounting of his wounds, Nob’s grammar skills nearly cause a tragedy, and…

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HOTD S1 | EP4 & EP5 "King of the Narrow Sea & We Light the Way" 1:25:59

3M ago1:25:59

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Continuing on with their recap of House of the Dragon Season 1, Minwa and Tony discuss episodes 4 & 5 of the season in a two-for-one special that centers around Rhaenyra’s betrothal & adventures, and the themes of desires and duties, leading up to the line officially drawn between Team Blacks and Team Greens. Support the Show. Follow Dancing with D…

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328 – Alive and Kicking 1:39:53

4M ago1:39:53

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Wormtongue wishes he could leave Saruman; James is stuck with Alan for a few more episodes: make of that what you will. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we get to Rivendell in time for a party in the last of our three episodes on Many Partings. Saruman offers some parting words to the hobbits; the Keepers of the Rings offer tot…

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327 – Promised You a Miracle 1:35:55

4M ago1:35:55

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Legolas is at a loss for words after visiting Aglarond with Gimli; Alan is at a loss for words after… well, never, really. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as The Fellowship of the Ring head out on their farewell tour in our second of three episodes on Many Partings. Treebeard speaks his mind about orcs, gives excuses about Saruma…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP3 "Second of His Name" 44:52

4M ago44:52

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Minwa and Tony continue their recap of House of the Dragon season 1 by diving into the third episode, which sees our characters on a hunting trip that leads Viserys and Rhaenyra to new realisations. Meanwhile at the Stepstones, Daemon forges a path of his own! Support the Show. Follow Dancing with Dragons on Instagram Follow Tony on IG: Sirtone_Rev…

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326 – Don’t You (Forget About Me) 1:47:16

4M ago1:47:16

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Gimli offers to speedily fetch his axe, while James offers to speedily fetch his microphone. Join The Man of the West in welcoming back The Sage of the South as Théoden is laid to rest in our first of three episodes on Many Partings. Arwen offers Frodo a lovely parting gift, Aragorn gifts the Grey Wood to the Drúadan, and two kings struggle with gi…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP2 "The Rogue Prince" 44:46

4M ago44:46

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Minwa and Tony continue their recap of House of the Dragon season 1 and discuss the jam-packed second episode of the series! They chat about Rhaenyra’s boldness after speaking her mind at the Small Council and at Dragonstone while ‘The Rogue Prince’ Daemon announces his intentions that deem him worthy of the nickname. They also tap into the perspec…

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325 – When Love Comes to Town 2:13:21

4M ago2:13:21

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The reign of Aragorn Elessar begins, as the reign of Sara ends - quite possibly with her sailing off on a ship filled with cats. Join The Man of the West and the Shield-maiden of Rohan as Gandalf and the new king go mountain-climbing in our last episode on The Steward and the King. Frodo tries to be patient, Aragorn looks for a sign, and Arwen arri…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP1 "The Heirs of the Dragon" 56:44

4M ago56:44

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Minwa and Tony start their House of the Dragon recap in preparation for the show’s second season! They cover the show’s background and novel - Fire & Blood - while diving into the series premiere that seamlessly takes viewers back to Westeros after GoT, from book differences to GoT connections, Westerosi history, thematic elements, and of course, i…

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324 – A Sort of Homecoming 1:55:36

5M ago1:55:36

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It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: The Return of… Ioreth. Join The Man of the West and The Shield-maiden of Rohan as Faramir tenders his resignation in our third episode on The Steward and the King. Ioreth educates her kinswoman, Faramir uses his Ask the Audience lifeline, and Aragorn gives Beregond a fright. We wonder why Dol Amroth harpe…

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323 – Tolkien Reading Day 2024 2:07:01

5M ago2:07:01

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Put your own priorities aside and get ready to do the hard thing as you join us for the PPP’s ninth annual celebration of Tolkien Reading Day, observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the fall of Barad-dûr. This year’s theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Service and Sacrifice — and wow, there are lots of great pas…

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Team Black vs Team Green 59:01

5M ago59:01

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In this special episode, Minwa and Tony share their reactions and thoughts regarding the TWO new trailers for House of the Dragon season 2. We break down each trailer and tease some of the season’s biggest moments without any spoilers - so don’t you worry, show-only listeners! There is a whole lot to unpack from the trailers, from Aemond and Daemon…

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What If? GOT Season 2 Edition 1:06:13

5M ago1:06:13

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Minwa and Tony are celebrating the 30th episode of the Dancing With Dragons podcast with a guest - Luk @luk_reviews! Luk joins for our second ‘What If’ episode, where he, along with Minwa and Tony, take turns to theorize how differently things could have played out in season two of Game of Thrones. Listen to find out how any small changes in this s…

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322 – Questions After Nightfall 26 1:31:34

5M ago1:31:34

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The Man of the West welcomes people who fanboy… about Sara, the Shield-maiden of Rohan, as we answer listener questions in our 26th Questions After Nightfall! From Dr. Brown’s TED talk to Alan’s improving sarcasm, from creation mythologies to the frat bros of the Valar, our listeners remind us we can always go lower. Alan guesses wrong, we apply th…

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321 – Something to Talk About 2:06:06

6M ago2:06:06

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Éowyn is afraid that Darkness Unescapable is coming; Sara is afraid that Dad-Jokes Unescapable are coming. Join The Man of the West and the Shield-maiden of Rohan to find out which fear is most justified — as if you didn’t already know. Éowyn wears a pretty cloak, Faramir (i.e., Tolkien) shares his Atlantis dream, and the Eagles sing an encore. We …

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The Mad King 50:19

6M ago50:19

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The 29th episode of Dancing with Dragons is a special one - a deep dive into one of the most pivotal & important characters in the world of George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire - The Mad King. Tony & Minwa delve into the madness that would be the downfall of not only Aerys II Targaryen but of the Targaryen dynasty that had ruled Westeros for 3…

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320 – Love Sneakin’ Up On You 1:57:19

6M ago1:57:19

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The women can tell Éowyn nothing; that’s only because Sara wasn’t there. Join Alan and Sara as Éowyn seeks to avoid yet another cage in our first episode on The Steward and the King. The Warden can’t envision a warrior-healer, Éowyn can’t endure five more minutes in this place, and Faramir can’t imagine another day without her. We talk about restra…

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319 – Big Damn Heroes, Sir 1:40:21

6M ago1:40:21

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The minstrel’s voice rises like silver and gold, and all men were hushed; except for The Man of the West who just won’t stop talking. Join Alan and Sara as we find a golden ring that can’t be melted in our second episode on The Field of Cormallen. Frodo and Sam have done the impossible, and that makes them mighty; Aragorn is humble; and Pippin is… …

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House of the Undying 1:07:20

6M ago1:07:20

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For the 28th episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony recount and analyze Daenerys’ many visions at the House of the Undying in the books. Chapter 48 of a Clash of Kings features far more than what the show depicts. From foreshadowing to unsolved mysteries and a whole bunch of other creepy visions, we break it all down for you so you don’t h…

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318 – Burn the Land and Boil the Sea 1:54:51

6M ago1:54:51

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The Realm of Sauron is ended, and the realm of Sara has begun. Join The Man of the West as he welcomes back Dr. Sara Brown as we visit the vulcanology lab once more in our first episode on The Field of Cormallen. Sam won’t let Frodo quit just yet, The Host of the West prepares for their imminent demise, and the Eagles play one more show at the Mora…

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317 – Curse Your Sudden But Inevitable Betrayal 2:22:52

7M ago2:22:52

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Mount Doom threatens to burn the land and boil the sea; Matt threatens more “where there’s a whip” references. Join us as we’re joined by Tom Hillman to talk about his book Pity, Power, and Tolkien’s Ring just in time for said ring to be destroyed in our final episode on the chapter Mount Doom. Sam finally feels pity for Gollum, the Phial of Galadr…

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Thrones & Theories 1:20:55

7M ago1:20:55

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For the 27th episode of the Dancing with Dragons podcast, Tony & Minwa delve deep into well-known and crazy Game of Thrones theories from the novel and show. From certain Lannisters being secret Targaryens to possible merman roaming the water of Blackwater Bay, this episode has theories that will blow your GOT loving brain! Support the Show. Follow…

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316 – I Swear By My Pretty Wheel of Fire, I Will End You 1:49:34

7M ago1:49:34

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Frodo understands that when you can’t crawl, you find someone to carry you; Matt understands that when you can’t get a reference, you find someone to explain it to you. Join us as we offer a brief lesson on vulcanology in our third episode on the chapter Mount Doom. Frodo crawls towards a road, Sam wonders how it got there, and an old friend drops …

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315 – Sometimes A Thing Gets Broke, Can’t Be Fixed 1:41:08

7M ago1:41:08

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Sam naively offers to ‘share the load’ with Frodo, while Matt naively offers to do a few more episodes of the podcast. Join us as Sam goes full Marie Kondo for the last steps of their journey in the chapter Mount Doom. We remember the Host of the West, Sam remembers the oliphaunt, while Frodo is naked in the dark, unable to remember much of anythin…

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