Burn Them All

We are coming at you with a bonus episode here today where we highlight key differences between the corresponding passages in the Fire & Blood book that align with Season 3 in House of the Dragon and discuss our preferences between many of the variations, while also identifying ways the plot has been altered. 

Join us as we take a look at the second paragraph on Page 445 through the first paragraph on Page 485 in the Fire & Blood historical accounting which gives us the closest look at what Season 3 portrays on-screen and compare the works. 

Be sure to sound off on the changes that upset you most, but don't be shy about giving credit where its due if there are aspects where the show improved certain areas either.

The tumultuous Season 3 on-screen events in the House of the Dragon series come to an end today as we bring you our coverage of the polarizing finale, Episode 8 where Tumbleton is thrown into chaos and the realm's fate is altered. 

Join us as news of Aegon's survival circulates throughout the kingdom, Daemon gets the green light for battle, Mysaria is relieved of her duties, Alys' series identity is revealed, Aemond receives an unexpected guest, the High Septon's blood is spilled on sacred ground, Rhaenyra addresses her subjects, Ormund's master plan hits a couple snags, Winter Wolves make their presence felt, Bold Jon Roxton's got that dawg in him, Ulf doesn't stick to either script, and Helaena takes matters into her own hands. 

With the team providing a full detailed recap, highlighting visual and narrative errors, discussing extensive takeaways, addressing Rhaenyra's compounding mistakes, predicting consequences, and closing out with our Casual Questions segment... this one is a must listen. 

"Grant no mercy! Give no quarter. I don't want the best of you, I want the worst! Go now... and kill them."

While we are nearing ever closer to the conclusion of Season 3 in House of the Dragon, the surprises don't stop coming as we hang on tight to the roller coaster that is Episode 7 here today where loyalties are tested and a dramatic return unfolds. 

Accompany us as Aemond experiences some issues at Harrenhal, Alicent has to call an audible, Corlys has been taken captive, Daemon's secret is exposed, dragons squabble up, Helaena's abilities work overtime, Rhaenyra can't seem to get out of her own way, Aegon makes an apparent last stand with Ser Tyland, and Ulf does the unthinkable. 

With the team summarizing the episode in its entirety, providing overall takeaways, highlighting tide-turning moments, making predictions of what's to come, and carrying out our Casual Questions segment... you're not going to want to miss this. 

"I'll make my stand here. And be buried as a king. With my dragon."

The chess match continues as we dive into Episode 6 of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon series here today where a main character receives an appropriate ending to their story and Harrenhal holds an ancient secret. 

Join us as Criston Cole faces justice in an unexpected manner, the City Watch's strength dwindles further, Aegon makes a decision on his next move, Aemond is reminded of an important piece of history, Daemon goes undercover, the Iron Throne expresses its displeasure, Ormund hosts men who have ulterior motives, and Alicent is sent away on a mission. 

With the team guiding listeners through a detailed recap of the episode, discussing overall takeaways, expressing frustrations at certain avenues of strategy, debating logical or illogical perspectives, and providing our Casual Questions segment... this one brings the heat. 

"I made a promise to the dead, Cole. I told them I'd build a sept out of traitor's bones. I don't have near enough bones yet."

Our back half coverage of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon series begins today as we jump into Episode 5 where resources are thin and the City Watch is being targeted. 

Keep up as the Rivermen are further delayed, Aemond reappears after a prolonged absence, Larys hits Aegon with some hard truths, Ormund gives Daeron a history lesson, Alicent makes a daring move with Helaena, Ser Criston Cole's intentions become clear, and Daemon walks in on a Feast For Traitors. 

With the team delivering a full recap of the episode, highlighting aspects of insensible character grievances as well as areas of poor strategy, discussing overall takeaways, and providing our Casual Questions segment... stay tuned. 

"I am the realms greatest warrior. And I will die as such."

We hit the halfway point in House of the Dragon Season 3 here today bringing you Episode 4 where strategies shift and a lack of unity threatens all sides. 

Tune in as Tumbleton suffers the Hightower takeover, Rhaenyra struggles to bring stability to King's Landing, Daemon has a surprise reunion with one of his children, Aegon has difficulty adjusting to his current station in life, Aemond is missing, and Ormund goes to extremes in giving Daeron a new position. 

With the team running through an in-depth synopsis of the episode, highlighting a potential error in the storyline, discussing overall takeaways, and tackling our Casual Questions segment... don't miss out. 

"I have risked much and more to raise you up. Surely, you do not wish to disappoint me."

Things start to take a turn as we move into the next installment and bring you Episode 3 of Season 3 in House of the Dragon here today where mistakes multiply and new enemies are made. 

Follow along as the financial situation in King's Landing is discovered, Corlys has a pivotal request that will determine the future of House Velaryon, Rhaenyra expresses her displeasure at the wealthy in her city, Daemon is given a task, and Ormund Hightower deceives the crown. 

With the team summarizing the episode in detail, discussing overall takeaways, highlighting the specific mistakes made as well as the potential consequences, and providing our Casual Questions segment... don't go anywhere. 

"A hungry population is a dangerous one."

The war rages on as we tackle Episode 2 of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon today where sacrifices are made and the capital undergoes a significant change in leadership. 

Join us as Rhaenyra learns Jacaerys' fate, Alyn searches for Corlys, Rhaena goes into hiding, Daemon leaves the Riverlands, Alicent tries to make good on her word, Larys leaves Daemon a special gift, and Viserys' named heir takes their rightful place. 

With the team providing a detailed recap, highlighting a potential continuity error, discussing overall takeaways, drawing comparisons to other works, and diving into our Casual Questions segment... be sure to tune in. 

"BRING AEGON THE USURPER TO ME!"

As promised, we are switching gears and diving into one of the most anticipated shows in the fantasy genre this year! So, get ready as we hop back in the dragon saddle and bring you our coverage of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon series, starting with Episode 1 here today. 

Tag along as the war rages on, Larys gambles with Aegon's life, the Triarchy seeks its revenge against the Velaryon fleet, the Winter Wolves make their first appearance, the Lannisters suffer a great loss, an ambush is set at the Isle of Faces, one of the Green Men is sighted, Jacaerys decides to take matters in his own hands, and Rhaena shows up with some heavy firepower which has dire consequences. 

With the team providing a recap of the on-screen events, discussing major takeaways, assessing the audience reception, highlighting errors in strategy for both Targaryen factions, and the return of our Casual Questions segment... this one is a can't miss. 

"We have come to die for the dragon queen."

Today we close out A Court of Thorns and Roses in its entirety with a bonus episode where we discuss our final thoughts on this first book as a whole, look ahead to the rest of the series, provide our rankings of a few fun categories, and reveal what comes next here on the show! 

Tune in as we emphasize pivotal details that either detract or enhance the storyline, highlight plot holes, produce related evidence, and predict where the characters and events go from here. 

Additionally, we rank multiple categories relative to this first book with some unexpected results and exciting twists of our rankings format. Be sure to let us know who you agree with or create your own list and compare them to each of ours. We look forward to your thoughts and engagement on this one as you listen to us make our selections!