House of the Dragon
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‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 4 Mailbag: High Valyrian, Motherf---er, Do You Speak it?
Spoiler-free answers to questions raised by the ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel’s fourth installment of Season 2, including looks at dragon combat experience, Targaryen genealogy and lines of succession, High Valyrian learning, and more
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I Don’t Like It When the Dragons Get Hurt
‘Game of Thrones’ reminded us that all men must die; ‘House of the Dragon’ is teaching us that many dragons must die, too. But we don’t have to like it.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Power Rankings: The Red Dragon and the Gold
The Dance of the Dragons begins in earnest—and finally features a dragon battle
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Rhaenys Targaryen Has Never Needed a Crown to Be the Queen of ‘House of the Dragon’
An appreciation of the Queen Who Never Was (except on our screens)
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Breakdown: The Civil Wars Within the Civil War
In this week’s ‘HotD’ deep dive, we look at Aegon and Aemond, Valyrian steel armor, woods witches, and more
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Civil War in Westeros Is Hell
The first big battle on HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon’ drives home the horrors of war in Westeros, turning "The Red Dragon and the Gold" into a tragic triumph
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Discussion and Thoughts
Plus, a poll about Daemon Targaryen
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Deep Dive With Ewan Mitchell
Mal and Jo also dive into their book spoiler section to take a look ahead at what the next episode might bring
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions
The dance has begun and the Midnight Boys are here to break down the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’
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‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 4 and ‘The Bear’ Episodes 6-10
Plus, Chris and Andy talk about the news that Paramount will be merging with Skydance Media, as well as the trailer for ‘Agatha All Along’
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Reactions
Chris, Mallory, and Joanna are here to discuss shocking deaths and a huge battle
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 3 Discussion and Thoughts
Dave, Neil, and Joanna discuss the third episode of Season 2 of ‘House of the Dragon,’ "The Burning Mill," and debate who the best new character is this season
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 3 Deep Dive
Mal and Jo take a scene-by-scene look at what Rhaenyra’s next moves will be and a look at what may be ahead in their book spoiler section
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‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 3 Mailbag: Leggo My Aegon
Spoiler-free answers to questions raised by the ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel’s third installment of Season 2, including looks at a case of mistaken Aegon identity, travel times in Westeros, and what’s considered canon
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Power Rankings: The Burning Mill
A castle was seized, two spies were promoted, and a secret rendezvous went down. How did Episode 3’s machinations affect the hierarchy of characters in Westeros?
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions
The boys are back to talk about the family dynamics at play in this episode, the consequential ending scene, and more
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 3 Breakdown: What’s So Hot About Harrenhal?
In this week’s ‘HotD’ deep dive, we look at Daemon’s leaky, cursed conquest, Blackwoods vs. Brackens, dragonseeds and dragon eggs, and more
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 3 Reactions
Chris, Mallory, and Joanna are here to discuss blood feuds, burned-out castles, and secret meetings!
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The Targaryens Have Misery, but No Company
As the Dance of the Dragons ramps up on Season 2, Episode 3 of ‘House of the Dragon,’ the increasingly scattered and isolated Targaryens are getting lonely
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‘Talk the Thrones’ Live From the El Rey Theatre
Chris, Mallory, and Joanna answer fan questions, play some fun games, and more in their live show!
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 2 Discussion and Thoughts
Plus, in this week’s poll, Dave, Neil, and Joanna debate who needs to be fired
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A Hater’s Guide to Ser Criston Cole
The new hand of the king has bullied children, slept his way to the top, and alienated a wide swath of ‘House of the Dragon’ viewers. So what’s the best way to hate this self-righteous, bad-at-his-job character? Allow us to explain.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 2 Deep Dive
Mal and Joanna also bring you their wig watch and get into some book spoilers later on in the show
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The Summer Content Road Trip
Picking among characters from ‘The Boys,’ ‘House of the Dragon,’ ‘The Acolyte,’ ‘The Bear,’ and ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ our crew will look to assemble the perfect cast to ride across the country together
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‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 2 Mailbag: Show of Hands
Spoiler-free answers to questions raised by the ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel’s second Season 2 installment, including looks at Larys, Criston, and Arryk and Erryk
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Power Rankings: A Steel Fist
One hand is out, and another is in. Let’s take stock of Westeros’s hierarchy of power after ‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 2.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 2 Reactions
The Midnight Boys chat about Otto’s ousting, the problematic Ser Criston Cole, and more!
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‘House of the Dragon’ S2E2 and Maya Hawke on ‘Inside Out 2’
Chris and Andy also put together their ideal TV project!
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 2 Breakdown: What’s Reputation to a King?
In this week’s ‘HotD’ deep dive, we look at who won the duel of twins, what the smallfolk are up to, what it means for Criston Cole to be both Lord Commander and hand of the king, and more
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 2 Reactions
Chris, Mallory, and Joanna are back to break down all the latest goings-on in Westeros!
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On ‘House of the Dragon,’ the Family Fault Lines Are Fully Exposed
In Episode 2 of the HBO ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel’s second season, families are fracturing—and not just the Targaryens
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 1 Discussion and Thoughts
Plus, in this week’s poll, Dave, Neil, and Joanna debate the worst parent in Westeros
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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Targaryen Zooming Down a Dragon Wing Like a Nerd
We’re finally getting to see dragon logistics on ‘House of the Dragon.’ The results are as bizarre as we’d hoped.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 1 Mailbag: Septs, Sex, and Security
Spoiler-free answers to questions raised by the ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel’s Season 2 premiere, including info on Alicent’s hookups, Helaena’s visions, the Targaryens’ dragons, and more
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A Son for a Son: The ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Power Rankings
A child is dead, the Starks are back, and cloaks are still the hottest fashion trend in Westeros. Here are the ‘House of the Dragon’ power rankings after Season 2, Episode 1.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 1 Breakdown: Where Do Westeros’s Loyalties Lie?
Our weekly ‘HotD’ deep dives return with an overview of green and black alliances, whether the Kingsguard is sworn to celibacy, missing Targaryens, and more
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Premiere Instant Reactions
The Midnight Boys dive into the premiere of Season 2 and talk about which side the show most aligns with