House of R

It's finally time for Mal and Jo to dive deep into one of their most beloved series, ‘Lord of the Rings’! Over the next eight weeks, they will be breaking down the first entry in both the book and film series, ‘The Fellowship of the Ring.’ In this episode they discuss the forward through the prologue of the book, then they are joined by Kumail Nanjiani to discuss the corresponding portion of the film (00:00 — 15:10).

(00:00) Intro
(08:59) Book recap
(26:53) Book superlatives
(01:28:07) Film recap
(01:31:44) Guest intro with Kumail Nanjiani
(01:47:59) Film superlatives

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Guest: Kumail Nanjiani
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Jamie Yukich
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo start the pod by reacting to the latest trailer for ‘Dune: Part Three.’ Then, they return to ‘VisionQuest’ to break down how Ultron is discussed in the show and its wider connections in the MCU.
(00:00) Intro
(04:07) ‘Dune: Part Three' trailer vibe check
(21:33) ‘VisionQuest’ Opening Snapshot
(27:29) ‘VisionQuest’ deep dive
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Mike Wargon
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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It’s a mini movie marathon on House of R! Mal and Jo discuss ‘Clayface,’ ‘Wicker,’ and ‘Wildwood.’ They talk about what they enjoyed about each of these new releases, the themes of the movies, and—of course—Wicker dick.
(00:00) Intro
(07:07) ‘Clayface’
(43:02) ‘Wicker’
(01:13:26) ‘Wildwood’
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back in the mind space to dive deep into ‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 3 and 4. They break down the introduction of Jocasta, Ultron’s turn, Paladin’s backstory, and more! Plus, they discuss some Easter eggs and their theories about what’s to come in the second half of the season.

(00:00) Intro

(03:40) Opening Snapshot

(33:08) Deep Dive

(01:31:52) Theory Corner

(01:39:19) Easter eggs

(01:41:46) Wig Watch

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin

Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

Production Assistant: Scott Lee

Studio Production: Jacob Cornett

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the premiere episodes of ‘VisionQuest.’ They break down the show’s attempts to remind everyone of Vision’s story, the introduction of a new version of Tommy, Ultron’s role in the story, and more! Plus, they discuss their theories about what’s to come this season.

(00:00) Intro
(04:59) Opening Snapshot
(23:39) Deep Dive
(02:04:03) Theory Corner
(02:15:44) Easter Eggs
(02:28:38) Wig Watch

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo revisit ‘WandaVision’ in the run-up to ‘VisionQuest.’ They talk about what they loved about the show, its place in the history of the MCU, and the show’s most important scenes. Plus, they give out some superlatives!

(00:00) Intro

(05:18) Opening Snapshot

(01:07:43) You See the Vision

(01:32:58) Wanda Wows

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin

Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

Production Assistant: Scott Lee

Studio Production: Jacob Cornett

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the ‘Lanterns’ season finale, "Dirt and Stars." They talk about the reveal of who killed Hal, Sinestro’s failed manipulation attempts, John’s new oath, and more!

(00:00) Intro
(06:24) Opening Snapshot
(15:08) “You Brought Schlitz”
(01:09:29) Caught Monologuing
(01:33:33) Lanterns, Divided
(01:36:36) Noah Did It! Kind Of!
(01:49:57) Kerry Did It! Actually!
(01:58:56) Lanterns, United (Mostly)
(02:05:42) A New Motto

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo sit down with 'Lanterns' cocreator Tom King to discuss the season finale! They ask him about some of the big reveals from the episode, the creative decisions in this season overall, the relationship between John and Hal, and more! Plus, what kind of dip does Billy make?

(00:00) Intro
(02:06) ‘Lanterns’ as a murder mystery
(10:53) The audience’s attachment to Hal
(14:05) Hal and John’s Relationship
(22:16) Kerry’s penance
(24:46) The balance between grounded and cosmic storytelling
(31:46) The future for Sinestro
(36:30) What kind of dip does Billy make?
(42:24) Hal’s most important lesson for John
(45:02) John’s new oath

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Guest: Tom King
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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It’s finally time for House of Reads! Jo discusses the best books she’s read this year, the series that she’s into, her must-read authors, and more! Plus, Anthony Jeselnik joins the pod to give some sci-fi/fantasy book recommendations!

(00:00) Intro
(02:46) Best Books Jo’s Read This Year
(10:15) A Series Affair
(17:12) Must-Read Authors
(32:09) Most Recommended
(44:01) House of R Classics
(46:35) Origin Stories
(52:17) Sci-fi/fantasy book recommendations with Anthony Jeselnik

Jo’s Book Recommendations:
- 'Everlasting' by Alix Harrow
- 'Raven’s Scholar' by Antonia Hodgson
- 'Dead Beat' by Leigh Bardugo
- 'The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy' by Brigitte Knightley
- 'The Exquisite Torment of Loving Your Enemy' by Brigitte Knightley
- 'A Court of Splintered Harmony' by Sarah J. Maas
- 'Threshing Day' by Rebecca Yarros
- 'Ana and Din Mysteries' Series by Robert Jackson Bennett
- 'The Hierarchy' Series by James Islington
- 'Scion' by James Islington
- 'The Gates of Midnight' by Helene Wecker
- 'Blacktongue' Series by Christopher Buehlman
- 'Piranesi' by Susanna Clarke
- 'Simon Snow' Series by Rainbow Rowell
- 'Swordheart' by T. Kingfisher
- 'Katabasis' by R. F. Kuang
- 'The Familiar' by Leigh Bardugo
- 'Victorious' by V. E. Schwab
- 'Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil' by V. E. Schwab
- 'Starling House' by Alix Harrow
- 'Slade House' by David Mitchell

Listener Recommendations:
- 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown
- 'Dungeon Crawler Carl' by Matt Dinniman
- 'Gideon the Ninth' by Tamsyn Muir
- 'Canon' by Paige Lewis
- 'Mistborn' Series by Brandon Sanderson
- 'This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me' by Ilona Andrews
- 'Blood Over Bright Haven' by M. L. Wang
- 'Realm of the Elderlings' Series by Robin Hobb
- 'The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet' by Becky Chambers
- 'Exit Party' by Emily St. John Mandel
- 'Into the Blue' by Emma Brodie
- 'Broken Earth' Series by N.K. Jemisin
- 'The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi' by S. A. Chakraborty
- 'The Incandescent' by Emily Tesh

House of R Classics:
- 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' by TJ Klune
- 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow' by Gabrielle Zevin
- 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller
- 'Circe' by Madeline Miller
- 'All the Birds in the Sky' by Charlie Jane Anders

Origin Stories:
- 'Hero and the Crown' by Robin McKinley
- 'Night Watch' by Sir Terry Pratchett
- 'The Neverending Story' by Michael Ende
- 'The Dragon Lance Chronicles' by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
- 'Graceling' by Kristin Cashore

Host: Joanna Robinson
Guest: Anthony Jeselnik
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into 'Lanterns' Episode 7. From the Halogram, to Noah Macon's ceremony and the reappearance of a significant character, your favorite Lanterns have you covered.

(00:00) Intro

(3:55) Opening snapshot

(14:50) Deep dive

(15:50) “Brother, it’s all that matters.”

(58:28) “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right”

(1:09:33) “I was in jail? I was in love?”

(1:29:12) “Biggest thing to happen in this town.”

(1:35:29) “You’re real.”

(1:45:59) “I ever teach you about Einstein-Rosen bridges?”

(1:52:21) What in the Half-Blood Prince…?

(2:02:00) “I’m fearless 'cause I’m broken.”

(2:09:04) Outwit, outplay, and outlast

(2:16:11) Outro

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin

Producers: Jamie Yukich, Scott Lee and Aleya Zenieris

Studio Production: Jacob Cornett

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Jo is joined by Rob Mahoney to dive into Episode 6 of 'Lanterns.' Our guardians speculate about Noah Macon and his role in the story, discuss the story's shift to 2026, offer their Sinestro thoughts, and more.

(00:00) Intro
(03:24) Opening Snapshot
(19:42) Deep dive
(29:38) John gets into the panic industry
(33:32) Where’d you go, Bernadette?
(38:31) Tell no one
(49:15) The scene of the crime
(51:35) Chekhov’s bachelor pad
(01:02:31) Autopsy table for one
(01:05:21) Fortress of storage
(01:10:08) Billy, don’t be a hero
(01:14:16) Noah wants to be president? I’m sure this is fine.
(01:16:38) Don’t be that guy
(01:26:05) Self-eulogizing
(01:41:48) Outro

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney
Producers: Jamie Yukich and Devon Baroldi
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo bring you their thoughts on game turned horror movie, ‘Resident Evil.’ They first discuss Mal’s 40th birthday and how she bravely ventured into it by watching a horror movie. They touch on their shared love of Austin Abrams, and how the filmmaking of this movie rounded out the world and added to the narrative.

(00:00) Intro

(06:24) Opening Snapshot

(28:50) Homework?

(29:17) Mallory’s Horror Movie Primer

(34:54) Our History with the Franchise

(36:54) Resident Evil: A Quick Scamper Through Raccoon City

(37:25) This Is So…Funny?

(48:31) What Makes a Good Video Game Adaptation?

(1:03:07) Austin Abrams: King of the Sphincters

(1:12:13) Without Majorly Spoiling Anything…

(1:14:35) The Bad Babies Recommend

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin

Producers: Scott Lee and Jamie Yukich

Studio Production: Jacob Cornett

Social: Jomi Adeniran

Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo dive deep into Episode 5 of ‘Lanterns’ as the action ramps up heading into the final stretch of the season!
They break down the pivotal chaos that ensues, the latest Manhunter theories surrounding the Macons in Rushville, and the complicated morals and relationships driving each character down their individual paths.
(00:00) Intro
(04:37) Opening Snapshot
(29:25) Kerry Joins Flashback Bangs Hall of Fame
(56:54) Hal’s Final (?) Lesson to John
(01:12:27) Zoe’s Final Lesson to Noah
(01:24:22) Hal and Hal and Kerry
(01:31:39) Zoe Gets Under John’s Skin
(01:47:35) Experiencing the Pleasures of the Galaxy
(01:50:41) RIP Ali-Ben
(02:02:16) John Phones Home
(02:04:57) Hal-o (It’s Like the Video Game 'Halo' but It’s Hal)
(02:08:34) Gunfight at the Rushville Motel
(02:15:45) “I Don’t Want It”
(02:26:04) Theory Corner & Comics Spoilers
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back in Spike’s crypt to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch! This time, they’re breaking down the second half of Season 5 (Episode 11, “Triangle,” through Episode 22, “The Gift”). They dive deep into two of the best episodes of the series, discuss what worked so well about this stretch of episodes, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives!

(00:00) Intro
(06:31) Opening Snapshot
(21:55) Our favorites: “The Body”
(01:17:04) Our favorites: “The Gift”
(01:52:55) Superlatives

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo jump right into another deep dive on Episode 4 of 'Lanterns,' and somehow we’re already halfway through Season 1!

They break down some major theories surrounding the Manhunters, the growing mystery and increasingly strange events unfolding in Rushville, and the complicated dynamic between Hal Jordan and John Stewart as their relationship continues to spiral downwards—or perhaps evolve!
(00:00) Intro
(03:52) Opening snapshot
(20:30) Hal’s Sinestro visit continues
(51:16) John shops with the townies
(58:31) Water tower recon
(01:04:09) Bringing Kerry up to speed
(01:10:25) Lianna pays John a visit
(01:18:28) Drill-time bonding
(01:24:54) Inside Macon’s weenie
(01:31:21) Macon’s other weenie
(01:38:43) Zoe’s visit takes a turn
(01:42:46) Slaughterhouse sleuthing
(01:54:40) Hector’s gambit meets Hal’s gambit
(02:04:56) A frosty car ride home
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are finally back in Sunnydale to continue their ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ rewatch! This time, they’re breaking down the first half of Season 5 (through Episode 10, “Into the Woods”). They talk about an incredible Spike episode, say goodbye to Riley, discuss the introduction of Dawn, and more! Plus, they give out some superlatives!

(00:00) Intro
(02:55) Opening Snapshot
(45:12) Our favorite: S5E7, “Fool for Love”
(01:13:26) Superlatives

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into "OutKast," the third episode of ‘Lanterns.’ They talk about the reveal of John’s origin story, his parents’ deal with the Guardians, John’s interview, and more!

(00:00) Intro
(03:49) Opening snapshot
(38:10) John’s interview begins
(01:00:16) The Ring chooses John Sr.
(01:11:59) Bernadette makes a bargain with the Guardians
(01:21:13) John’s Gray Wolf mission
(01:27:50) Bernadette and John Sr. form a plan
(01:40:16) Lianna inserts the Hal wedge
(01:45:12) John learns his path
(01:48:11) Shooting lessons
(01:50:01) John’s long walk home
(01:53:59) John learns the truth
(01:58:28) John’s discharge
(02:05:27) John’s test arrives
(02:10:00) Junior
(02:11:31) Rapid-fire theory and comics spoilers corner

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo sit down with Ringer guest Sean Fennessey! They discuss the special Orioles moment for Mal and Jo this past weekend, go into a general discussion about 'Oppenheimer' to prime up the conversation, and then proceed to dive into each of their 15 superlative picks for the film.
(00:00) Intro
(13:29) Oppenheimer revisited
(1:00:10) Superlatives
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the second episode of ‘Lanterns,’ “Trust Fall.” They talk about everything from Hal’s detective work to our first look at Sinestro!

(00:00) Intro
(08:15) Opening Snapshot
(22:58) 2016
(32:06) Cold open
(46:30) Hal works the case
(53:14) A very harried Sheriff Kerry
(01:01:57) Of corpses and mansions and super suits
(01:17:58) Hello, Earl!
(01:20:05) John (and his bird) get Lantern-napped
(01:23:29) Kerry and Hal team up
(01:32:41) Of Manhunters and Red Lanterns???
(01:40:33) Sheriff Kerry’s very wary
(01:48:24) Trust is running very thin in Rushville, Nebraska
(01:57:28) Enter Sinestro
(02:02:08) Rapid-fire Theory and Comic Spoilers Corner

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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Mal and Jo are live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this fall season! Plus, the Voice of the Orioles, Kevin Brown joins the show!

(00:00)
(01:15) Fall Hype Meter
(06:06) ‘Resident Evil’ and ‘Whalefall’
(08:47) ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’
(10:54) ‘Threshing Day’ and ‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’
(12:58) ‘Practical Magic 2’
(14:05) ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Season 3
(15:52) ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’
(17:26) ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’
(19:26) ‘Blade Runner 2099’
(21:54) ‘Hope’
(23:26) ‘Wicker’
(27:08) ‘Dead Beat’
(28:38) ‘Clayface’
(30:42) ‘Wildwood’
(33:07) ‘Lanterns’
(35:18) ‘VisionQuest’
(38:31) ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 3
(42:17) Kevin Brown joins the show!

Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Guest: Kevin Brown
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell

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