In this episode, the crew dives into the chaos of Red Rising: Morning Star Part 2, where everything escalates fast! From a reckless heist on Phobos to shifting loyalties, brutal confrontations, and the growing realization that the rebellion needs more than force to survive. We break down Darrow and Sevro’s leadership clash, Quicksilver’s role in the larger rebellion, Mustang’s unexpectedly critical presence, and the moment the story truly becomes a war.

SPOILER EPISODE! Craig curses at Nick (he later apologizes), microphones are thrown, Lyria is brought up, and Trig is given a solid quantity of air time. Spoilers galore!

Season 3!? The final book in the first trilogy. We can't believe we've already made it this far.

In Morning Star’s opening section, Darrow is rescued after months of torture and captivity, reunited with the Sons of Ares, and forced to confront how much has changed while he was gone. The episode dives into the emotional weight of his return, the devastating loss of Trig, and the shifting loyalties around Sevro, Victra, and Cassius as the rebellion starts to strain under the pressure.

This episode wraps up the season on Golden Son with huge emotional payoffs, brutal betrayals, and a cliffhanger ending. The hosts cover Darrow’s big reveal to Dancer, Fitchner, and the Sons of Ares, unpacking Fitchner’s backstory, the rebellion’s true shape, and the plan to put Darrow in power as a way to dismantle the Society from inside. We dig into Darrow’s disastrous attempt to tell Mustang the truth, his reunion with his mother in the mines, and the painful tension around whether Mustang can ever truly understand the rebellion and what it will cost.

The final stretch turns explosive: the Triumph ceremony becomes a massacre when Roque, Lilith, and the Jackal betray Darrow’s circle, leading to Lorn’s death, Victra’s injury, and Fitchner’s severed head in a box. Along the way, the group debates major themes like power, class, leadership, trust, and whether revolution can happen without repeating the same corrupt system. The episode ends on a devastating note, with the hosts reflecting on how strong, tragic, and unforgettable the book is.

Darrow begins this episode literally and metaphorically stuck in the mud. His plans have gone awry, and we'll see if he pulls through! We also some interesting new dynamics and intrigue with the Jackal. And, of course, a big reveal about Fitchner! Listen on!

"The Reaper sails for Mars, and call for an Iron Rain!"

If you thought the action we covered in the last episode was good, then you're going to want to hold on to something for this one.

Darrow is brainstorming with Mustang! The plan? Steal ships from Ganymede, recruit Lorn au Arcos, the chaos at Europa, Tactus's death, and Mustang's return with the gut-punch news that Augustus and the Jackal have been captured thanks to Pliny's betrayal.

In this episode of the Red Rising Podcast, we discuss chapters 19 to 24 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. The conversation dives into the aftermath of the gala, where Darrow and his allies navigate complex political and personal dynamics. We look into Darrow's charismatic leadership, the introduction of new allies like Ragnar and Orion, and the exploration of themes such as loyalty, rebellion, and the intricacies of friendship. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Howler Book Club, the hosts dive into chapters 12 through 18 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. We explore the intense gala duel between Cassius and Darrow, discussing the political implications and the Sovereign's unexpected interference. The squad also reflect on the dramatic and theatrical nature of Darrow's actions, before concluding with a discussion on the strategic moves of Mustang and the complex dynamics between the characters, setting the stage for future episodes. Get into it!

Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog. Darrow is in a rough spot in this episode. Everything is falling apart for our golden son. But we do get some spicy time with the Jackal, at least.