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Double Dragon

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About the show

HBO's House of the Dragon is covered by an academic and a stand-up comic. Formerly the hosts of the Electric Bookaloo pod, Steve and Anthony talk about the most compelling elements of each episode. Also featured: professors of medieval studies who are experts on the real history that inspired the series.

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HOTD Season 3 Wrap

48 min

Comic Steve Ausburne and NFL analyst Fran Duffy chop up a great season of television.  Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: The Dragon in Winter

52 min

Steve and Anthony talk about King's Landing politics. Then Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver discuss coercion, corruption, and clothing. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: Faceless Men + HOTD Fantasy League

39 min

Anthony meets up with Nolan, Melanie, Evan, and GDK to discuss a theory about Alys's dormant Dreamfyre Eggs, to lament the death of Ser Cole, and talk fantasy league trash.  Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.  Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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HOTD Season 3 Wrap

48 min

Comic Steve Ausburne and NFL analyst Fran Duffy chop up a great season of television.  Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: The Dragon in Winter

52 min

Steve and Anthony talk about King's Landing politics. Then Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver discuss coercion, corruption, and clothing. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: Faceless Men + HOTD Fantasy League

39 min

Anthony meets up with Nolan, Melanie, Evan, and GDK to discuss a theory about Alys's dormant Dreamfyre Eggs, to lament the death of Ser Cole, and talk fantasy league trash.  Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.  Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD 304 (eps 1-4)

50 min

Steve and Anthony begin with reactions to episode four. Then we talk about highlights of season 3 (eps. 1-4). Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.  Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Character Study: Criston Cole / Tapestry Deep Dive

1 hr 9 min

Steve and Anthony discuss Criston Cole's character. Then Prof. Valerie Garver and Anthony discuss the tapestry. https://www.bayeuxmuseum.com/en/the-bayeux-tapestry/ https://www.ulstermuseum.org/stories/game-thrones-tapestry   Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature.   Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.   Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Sowing

17 min

What will the Season Finale hold? Steve and Anthony voice our appreciation for the Red Sowing and look forward to the finale.   Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature.   Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.   Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Spooky Smooch

4 min

Why is ominous music playing over the Rhaenyra-Mysaria kiss? Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Old Gods Magic / Q&A (HOTD02 midseason)

53 min

Pádraig MacCarron stops by to discuss what HOTD has taught us about the Old Gods and Winterfell tradition. Then Steve discusses burning off his nipple (and growing it back).   Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.   Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD 204 + Dunk and Egg

33 min

Steve and Anthony talk about Larys Strong's tricky ways, the big Rook's Rest Battle, and Anthony's love of Dunk and Egg.Steve and Anthony talk about Larys Strong's tricky ways, the big Rook's Rest Battle, and Anthony's love of Dunk and Egg.   Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.   Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD High Valyrian talk re: "The Red Dragon and the Gold"

32 min

The inventor of GoT languages, and co-screenwriter for this episode discusses Aegon's High Valyrian. We also talk about the ethics of war with a medievalist and a philosopher of ethics. My thanks to David J. Peterson, Thomas Leek, and Jason Eberl.   Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD - "Burning Mill" / Berry Gordy's "The Last Dragon"

1 hr 18 min

Steve and Anthony discuss (in brief) the new kingsguard, Hightower snobbery, and Rhaenys's overall virtue. Then we review the film Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD - "Rhaenyra the Cruel" 202

46 min

Is Otto good at his job? Is Daemon faithful to Rhaenyra's queenship? Is Steve a competent fantasy competitor? Anthony issues an apology to Ray and talks fashion with Dr. Grant Gearhart.   Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature.   Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko.   Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD - "Son for a Son" 201

50 min

The new season is here with a better title sequence and a few intriguing new commoners. Anthony, Steve, Val, Ray, and Jeff discuss. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOTD Season 2 Preview

57 min

Steve (comic) and Anthony (academic) rewatch the s1 finale and look forward to s2. Anthony's HOTD fantasy league discusses key characters for s2. Steve selects his fantasy team. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rushmore Reboot: Hardhome!

1 hr 17 min

Jason Cabassi names his top four GoT episodes and we choose one of these to cover on the first ever "Rushmore Reboot." Joining the conversation of season 5, episode 8 is historian Danielle Alesi, Comedian Steve Ausburne, and author Anthony Le Donne. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: Season 2 News and Blues

51 min

Steve and Anthony discuss off-season news for House of the Dragon. Then Anthony is joined by the Bald Move boys and Hammer-of-Gods Evan to pound out our new HOTD-fantasy league. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: HOTD Book vs. Show + Bookaloo Bonus

1 hr 29 min

Steve and Anthony discuss the major differences between book and show in House of the Dragon. Then Anthony previews A Clash of Kings with Katherine Olley, Jason Eberl, and J.J. Hollenback. HT Jason Eberl: Portrait of El Primo. Check out these books by Jason and Kate: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Philosophy-Strikes-Back/dp/1119841437/ https://www.amazon.com/Kinship-Norse-Legend-Studies-Literature/dp/1843846373/ Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House of the Dragon, Season One Wrap

1 hr 11 min

Hot-stove HOTD is heating up! But first, let's hand out awards with NFL analyst Fran Duffy. Then religion expert Brenden Walsh helps Anthony gear up for the new season of Electric Bookaloo. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Black Queen

1 hr 40 min

In the House of the Dragon finale (season one) we see Rhaenyra embrace her inner dragon and Vhagar embrace Lucerys with his jaws. Also, remember Jack Palance?  Check out the new pieces by artist and friend of the podcast, Patrick Moran. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House of the Dragon bonus

54 min

Historian Kavita Mudan Finn explains House of the Dragon. Comedian Steve Ausburne explains endogenous gas.  Check out Dr. Finn's new book. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(109) The Green Council

1 hr 21 min

Steve and Anthony cover the penultimate episode of season one: The Green Council. Y'like feet, chief? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(108) The Lord of the Tides

1 hr 22 min

Comic Steve and academic Anthony kneel before the powerhouse performance of King Viserys. Also, did Aemond take an extra time jump? And how much head must be severed for it to be considered a beheading? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(107) Driftmark

1 hr 36 min

In what could be the best episode of television of the year, several key characters reveal their true nature. Also, is it possible to hit the griddy too hard? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(106) The Princess and the Queen

1 hr 11 min

The new Aegon is many things, but he's not boring. Alicent has come into her own as the Head of State and Larys goes full psycho. Kavita Mudan Finn talks about childhood and education in medieval Europe. And Nessa is back to give her knee-jerk reaction of Harwin's death. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gameday Breakdown (Dragons meets Football)

57 min

NFL analyst Fran Duffy joins Double Dragon to breakdown House of the Dragon. Power rankings. MVPs. Hot takes. Then medievalist Iain MacInnes explains marriage alliances and castle siege tactics. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(105) We Light the Way

1 hr 22 min

Comic Steve Ausburne explains the difference between "duty babies" and "romance babies" in Westeros. He shares why he loves vomit but hates metal detectors. Also, the guys cover the best episode of HOTD yet. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(104) King of the Narrow Sea

1 hr 21 min

Is Daemon an accidental genius? Will Rhaenyra learn to play the perceptions game? Why is this Anthony's favorite episode yet? Then Kavita Mudan Finn answers a question about perceptions of sex in the medieval world.  Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to premium content, and more great House of the Dragon podcasts. Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Linguist David J. Peterson

1 hr 7 min

The writer for the High Valyrian dialogue between Daemon and Rhaenyra joins Double Dragon. What do these characters really say? Do the subtitles capture the subtleties of the language? Then medievalists Kavita Mudan Finn and Iain MacInnes answer listener questions about the history behind the show. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(103) The Second of His Name + Rings of Power

1 hr 58 min

Stand-up comic Steve Ausburne and academic Anthony Le Donne cover the great outdoors episode of House of the Dragon. Then Anthony discusses Rings of Power with Dr. Helen Young. Check out her new book. Also, artist Patrick Moran's HOTD-themed art is fantastic: https://patrickmoranartanddesign.com/patrick-moran-house-of-the-dragon Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Support Club Bald Move Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(102) The Rogue Prince

1 hr 12 min

Steve and Anthony discuss the many life lessons from episode 2. Should one marry for an elaborate dollhouse? Should one speak in an interview or just stare down the interviewer? Is it wise to bring a sword to a dragon fight? These topics and more are covered on this week's Double Dragon. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(101) House of the Dragon First Episode

1 hr 10 min

A nuanced character profile on Daemon Targaryen (just based on this first episode). Stand-up comic Steve Ausburne outs himself as a dragon lover. Medievalist Natalie Goodison talks about the dangers of childbirth. Historian Iain MacInnes tells us what medieval folk did with dead bodies. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Iron Throne: Steve and Anthony cover the GoT Finale!

1 hr 39 min

At long last, Steve and Anthony complete the journey they began on Electric Bookaloo over two years ago. Steve's first viewing of "The Iron Throne" is nothing less than astounding. Anthony tries and fails to gather his wits in response. Also, medievalist Brian Pavlac answers a question about dragon legends. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Castle Architecture and "The Bells" (805)

1 hr 48 min

Medieval historian Iain MacInnes joins Anthony to talk about Castles and King's Landing. Then Steve does his first viewing of "The Bells." Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Last of the Starks (804)

1 hr 7 min

Steve and Anthony discuss errant Starbucks coffee cups and misguided appeals to Cersei's better nature. But what could be overlooked in this episode is a stunning and compelling irony: Sansa betrays Jon in order to elevate him. It's a brilliant plot flourish that only Game of Thrones can pull off. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House of the Dragon Premiere

38 min

No spoilers! But Steve and Anthony have viewed the first episode of House of the Dragon. Both were impressed and are optimistic about the show going forward. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double Dragon: New Trailer!

1 hr 20 min

New House of the Dragon trailer! Then Steve does his first watch of the Long Night (803). Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renfro, Snow, and Nostalgia Shows

1 hr 3 min

Insider Reporter Kim Renfro joins Double Dragon to discuss House of the Dragon and the new Jon Snow project. Then Steve watches "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" for the first time. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Does a Medievalist approach House of the Dragon?

1 hr 17 min

This week Kavita Mudan Finn (PhD, Oxford) talks House of the Dragon. Then comic Steve Ausburne discusses his very first viewing of GOT 801 (Winterfell). Is this the best start to a final season ever? Finally, Kavita answers a question about racial perception in Medieval Europe. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enter the Double Dragon: A House of the Dragon Podcast

59 min

Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perfect Stranger Things has a new home!

1 min

To continue listening to PST, search for our new home at "Dungeons and Demogorgons" wherever you search for podcasts. But please DO NOT delete this podcast feed as it will be repurposed as "Double Dragon," an HBO Game of Thrones prequel podcast. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: pst@baldmove.com  | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vecna's Curse

51 min

Steve and Anthony roll our way through season 4 (episode 2) with discussions of video stores, the amazing acting of Sadie Sink, and breakfast burritos. Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vecna Check-In (part 1)

24 min

This is a stand-alone reaction to season 4, volume 1 (through 7 episodes). We will return to our usual rewatch podcast very soon. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perfect Stranger Things: The Hellfire Club

1 hr 1 min

Stand-up-comic Steve and Dr. Anthony are back to cover season four of Stranger Things: The Hellfire Club. We dissect the importance of Lucas's hair, the first hints of a trauma theme, and debate Eddie's over-the-top personality Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perfect Stranger Things 4: first 8 minutes

30 min

Youtube has dropped the first 8 minutes of Stranger Things 4 and Steve and Anthony are crushing on Matthew Modine's hair. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season One Wrap

47 min

Steve and Anthony wrap up season four and reply to listener feedback. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter Eight

53 min

Steve and Anthony cover the season one finale with discussions of mix tapes, Star Wars, and Alien. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter Seven

47 min

Steve and Anthony talk about one of the funniest episodes of the first season. They also discuss Eleven's Matrix-style self-projection and Hopper's action-hero career. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter Six

46 min

Steve and Anthony delve deeply into an amazing showcase for Dustin and Lucas. They talk about Steve Harrington's heel turn and the temptations attached to Eggo waffles. Then they discuss the backdrop of John Hughes and Sixteen Candles. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter Five

55 min

In addition to discussing the nexus of plots that is Chapter Five, Steve and Anthony talk about homages of Breakfast Club, Evil Dead, LOTR, and E.T. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter Four

55 min

Steve and Anthony cover "The Body" and puzzle over the Hawkins Labs "Build-a-Will" department. Then they revisit an old Stephen King favorite: Stand By Me (1986) Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion:  book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:  Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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