HOTD - A House of the Dragon Podcast

And now our watch is ended…for now! Ser A.Ron, King Jimhaerys, and Acolyte Max finish up the book to show comparisons for season three of House of the Dragon. They analyze the biggest differences between Fire & Blood and the last two episodes, “The Dragon in Winter” and “The Treasons at Tumbleton”.

This episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 481, par. 5 – p. 487, par. 2, plus p. 505, pars. 2–3 on Helaena’s death
Kindle: pp. 512–518, plus the two paragraphs on Helaena’s death beginning “The two knights died at dawn…”
Begins: “On the headwaters of the mighty Mander stood Tumbleton, a thriving market town and…”
Ends: “None of this constitutes proof that Daemon Targaryen had carnal knowledge of the bastard girl, but…”

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We’re nearing the end of our book vs. show coverage with episodes five and six of House of the Dragon Season Three. King Jimhaerys, Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max talk Sabitha Frey’s protective privy, Criston Cole’s surprisingly more flattering depiction in the show than the book, and the questionable intelligence of dragons.

This episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 473, par. 3 – p. 481, par. 4
Kindle: pp. 503–512
Begins: “In the riverlands, Ser Criston Cole abandoned Harrenhal, striking south along…”
Ends: “Though the lusts of men and cruelty of women can never be gainsaid, we must…”

Next episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 481, par. 5 – p. 487, par. 2, plus p. 505, pars. 2–3 on Helaena’s death
Kindle: pp. 512–518, plus the two paragraphs on Helaena’s death beginning “The two knights died at dawn…”
Begins: “On the headwaters of the mighty Mander stood Tumbleton, a thriving market town and…”
Ends: “None of this constitutes proof that Daemon Targaryen had carnal knowledge of the bastard girl, but…”

Pete Peppers debunks HOTD Season Three’s Jetpacking

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Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show change, what did the book do better, and what fresh chaos has the adaptation unleashed?

This episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2
Kindle: pp. 491–497
Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…”

Spoiler section only:
Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2
Kindle: Continue through p. 503
Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…”

Next episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 473, par. 3 – p. 481, par. 4
Kindle: pp. 503–512
Begins: “In the riverlands, Ser Criston Cole abandoned Harrenhal, striking south along…”
Ends: “Though the lusts of men and cruelty of women can never be gainsaid, we must…”

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In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen’s Landing.” They’re comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts.

This episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 – p. 460, par. 1
Kindle: pp. 471–490
Begins: “Yet Seasmoke, Vermithor, and Silverwing were accustomed to men…”
Ends: “Thus did the flower of House Strong, an ancient line of…”

Next episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2
Kindle: pp. 491–497
Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…”

Spoiler section only:
Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2
Kindle: Continue through p. 503
Ends: “Lady Caswell watched from her walls, then commanded…”

Pete Peppers' Season 3 Timeline Revelations

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Anthony and Steve hijack the podcast to talk about the Treasons of Tumbleton. Then Anthony talks with Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver.

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The season may be over, but King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron will never yield. They answer a ton of your feedback and discuss everything from Rhaenyra’s makeup and her lack of discretion to ravens literally talking. Be wary of the spoiler section—if you don’t want to know what happens in the book, as Davos would say, “steer clear!”

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King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron gather to speak their opinions on the finale of season 3 of House of the Dragon. Who dies, who has a major case of butt-hurt, and who has the best lines. Overall, the season was wildly entertaining and Jim and A.Ron are looking forward to season 4!

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The King has been put to bed, and the Maesters convene to discuss the fate of the realm. Ser A.Ron, Maester Anthony, and Acolyte Max answer listener questions and dive deep into the differences between book and show in this spoiler-heavy edition of Maester’s Corner.

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King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron return to hear the petitions of their leal listeners as they break down House of the Dragon, Season 3, Episode Seven, “The Dragon in Winter.”

We’re doing things a little differently this week—this entire episode is free of book spoilers. If you’re craving deeper book-to-show comparisons, keep an eye out for a jam-packed discussion later this week featuring Maester Anthony, Ser A.Ron, and Acolyte Max.

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Ser A.Ron and King Jimhaerys continue their campaign through House of the Dragon Season Three with Episode Seven. Jim bemoans the current state of Team Black, while A.Ron urges Green loyalists to rally behind their one true hope...wait, Gwayne!? And don't worry—Aemond's Oedipus complex gets the attention it deserves. Stick around for a brief spoiler section at the end of the show—but only if you're into that sort of thing.

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We’ve got a Hightower of mail to get through this week for House of the Dragon, Season Three, Episode Six, “Faceless Men”. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron hear the concerns of the realm, from the fate of Corlys to the history of Alys Rivers to Rhaenyra’s romantic entanglements. And as always, if you’re a book reader (or simply not averse to spoilers), stick around for Maester’s Corner—our spoiler section—where Acolyte Max joins Ser A.Ron to compare the ancient scrolls of GRRM with what Ryan Condal and company have cooked up this season.

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In the latest episode of HOTD, Criston Cole gets everything he’s ever deserved, Ormund receives a stinky surprise, and Alicent is given a nearly impossible task. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron are here to discuss all of that and more. Plus, if you’re not afraid of book spoilers, stick around for a quick Maester’s Corner at the end of the show.

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It’s another packed mailbag as King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron tackle your questions after House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 5. From Rhaenyra’s newfound spirituality and Ormund Hightower’s political strategy to pacing, dragons, propaganda, and whether Westeros could really use a few more maps, they cover your best feedback before Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max dive into a separate book-spoiler section to discuss adaptation theories and what may still lie ahead.

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Season 3 of House of the Dragon heats up with Episode 5, "Unbowed and Unbent". King's Landing trades rats for cats, Cole's army gets a crash course in leech therapy, and Helaena, despite being one of the show's few innocents, somehow continues to get the worst deal in Westeros. Ser A.Ron and King Jimherys are here to talk about all of that and more!

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Ser A.Ron and King Jimherys hold court to hear the petitions, grievances, and ravens of their leal listeners. Then, if your oath to remain spoiler-free is not so sacred, stay for the latter portion of the show, where Acolyte Max joins Ser A.Ron to pore over the histories and compare the accounts of the maesters with the story unfolding on screen.

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It’s a big episode for the lore Maesters. Ser A.Ron and King Jimherys discuss the differences between raising a Hightower and raising a Targaryen. And people should be feeling more confident about the inclusion of Nettles into the show. Tune into this episode of HOTD to get the update on the latest happenings in Westeros.

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Jim and A.Ron gather a conspiracy of ravens this week to answer your feedback and questions about all things House of the Dragon. Then, from the Citadel at Oldtown, please welcome Maester Anthony! He unveils a secret scroll of his own design and joins A.Ron and Max to break down the spoiler questions.

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King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron discuss the dragon strategy in this episode of House of the Dragon. Rhaenyra and Daemon don’t see eye to eye on how to handle issues. Who is dead, who is not, and who is who? Find out the answers and more on this episode of HOTD!

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The weirwoods remember everything—even the future. If you'd rather discover the story as the show unfolds, turn back now. But if you're not averse to glimpsing what may yet come, step into the godswood for our book spoiler discussion.

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King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron cover the slashing, crashing, and bashing in another exciting episode of House of the Dragon. The fire rages on as Aegon puts himself back on the board, Aemond becomes grosser, and Daemon has all the right letters in his name (listen to the pod). Rhaenyra has his prices to pay for something she may not want.

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