ASOIAF public
[search 0]
Mai Mult
Download the App!
show episodes
 
George RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire (ASoIaF) novels are our focus: Analysis and theories, readings, adverts from Westeros, music from the fandom, guests, and more, with your hosts yolkboy and Lady Gwynhyfvar. Radio Westeros is the only radio station this side of Asshai... Spoilers all books! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  continue reading
 
Join us, as we venture chapter-by-chapter through the books in the "A Song of Ice and Fire" (ASOIAF) series, by George R.R. Martin. We will discuss the details of a chapter, provide insights, give background information, and hit you with other tidbits that we find interesting. However, one thing we won't do is give spoilers! So come, let us be your guides on this epic journey. Follow us on Twitter at @GhostsHarrenhal, as well as on Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and YouTube!
  continue reading
 
An A Song of Ice and Fire re-read podcast focused on the female pov chapters. Here we’ll discuss what it means to be female in the World of Ice and Fire, what that does to the individual psyche, and how that translates across class, age, and geographical location. The read will consist first of the female point-of-view chapters of each book, rounding each book off with a critical look at one central male character’s chapters, with the hopes of also examining how the strict gender roles of th ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Send us a text Jaime is booted from King’s Landing by Cersei to settle matters in the Riverlands. He finds a sparring partner, installs new leadership at Harrenhal, and sends Wylis Manderly home. Finally, he defends the honor of Brienne of Tarth. Mackelly and Simon give high fives. Chapter Review: Jaime Lannister thinks the plan is folly. Queen Cer…
  continue reading
 
Come with us to the furthest points of the compass! From Sothoryos to the Sunset Sea to Asshai and, finally, the Lands of Always Winter in the extreme north. What do we know about these far-away and mysterious places? A surprising amount! We discuss which characters have explored where, how we might see or hear about these locales on page, and what…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Tyrion plunges into a full-on nightmare as he learns the truth about Tysha, Shae, and Tywin all at once, and reacts as violently as the father who made him in his own image. Emmett's twitter: twitter.com/PoorQuentyn Manu…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Sam tries to find the increasingly flighty Dareon and someone who knows something about dragons - to fulfill the dying wish of Maester Aemon. He gets bruised knuckles, a lungful of canal water, but he does meet a sailor who knows about the dragons. Simon and Mackelly share his pain. Chapter Review Samwell Tarly is in desperate strait…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Brienne decides to follow the only lead she has: the Stark girl was traveling with the Hound. She gains a couple of new companions. Mackelly and Simon join her peregrination. Chapter Review: Brienne of Tarth heads back to Maidenpool, no nearer finding Sansa. Ser Hyle Hunt brings the heads of Shagwell, Timeon, and Pyg with them for Lo…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Cersei has a busy day as queen regent of the seven kingdoms. She squashes tiny rebellions by her little king, cheers the death of a foe, plots the downfall of Margaery Tyrell and Bronn, spurns the Iron Bank, and so much more. Simon and Mackelly hope she knows what she’s doing. Chapter Review: Little King Tommen Baratheon wants to be …
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the eighth episode of the second season, "The Queen Who Ever Was." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. That…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Sansa does her best to embrace her new identity as Alayne Stone. She and Littlefinger prepare for the arrival of the Lords Declarant. They want Lord Robert and they want Littlefinger gone. However, when the unexpected arises during the parlay, Littlefinger prevails and earns a year as Lord Protector, to prove himself. Chapter Review:…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the seventh episode of the second season, "The Red Sowing." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's tw…
  continue reading
 
In this episode we cover the Conquest of Westeros by the dragon lord Aegon Targaryen-- the battles fought and the kings who burned and died defiantly, as well as those who knelt or flew; and how the resistance of a single Princess led to the Conquest being incomplete. Support us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Arya acts as a servant in the House of Black and White. Despite her claims, she still can’t shake her identity as Arya Stark. She decides to shed her worldly possessions, all except Needle, earning her a promotion to acolyte. Armed with a smattering of Braavosi, she’s next to go out into the city and sell seafood. Mackelly and Simon …
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the sixth episode of the second season, "Smallfolk." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's twitter: …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Arianne Martell and conspirators try to spirit Myrcella Baratheon away in order to crown her Queen of the Seven Kingdoms. Their plot is foiled by Areo Hotah - who ambushes them and kills Arys Oakheart. Mackelly and Simon will miss the big guy. Chapter Review: Princess Arianne Martell and a handful of her closest friends wait at an ab…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the fifth episode of the second season, "Regent." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's twitter: twi…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Brienne follows Nimble Dick into the wilds. There she encounters some familiar faces, learns some intel on the wrong Stark girl, and registers her first kills. Ser Hyle Hunt offers to help bury a body. Simon and Mackelly survey the damage. Chapter Review: Brienne of Tarth and Podrick Payne follow Nimble Dick Crabb toward The Whispers…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the fourth episode of the second season, "The Red Dragon and the Gold." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next.…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Aeron “Damphair” Greyjoy, presides over the Kingsmoot. Against his intentions, his brother Euron is chosen by the captains of the Iron Islands. Simon and Mackelly consider what might have been. Chapter Review: Aeron Greyjoy convenes the Kingsmoot on Old Wyk. Three Iron Island captains throw their hats in the ring, but none can comman…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the third episode of the second season, "The Burning Mill." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's tw…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the second episode of the second season, "Rhaenyra the Cruel." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text The Iron Captain, Victarion Greyjoy, returns to the Iron Islands for the kingsmoot. He reunites with family, some welcomed others not so much. One thing’s for certain, nobody’s backing down on their claim to the vacant Seastone Chair. Simon and Mackelly hope for a peaceful transition of power. Chapter Review: Victarion Greyjoy sails …
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! We're continuing our coverage of HBO's House of the Dragon with the first episode of the second season, "A Son for a Son." Tune in every week to hear what we loved, what we didn't, and what we think about what's coming next. Emmett's twi…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Cersei meets with her new handpicked Small Council who blithely make momentous decisions with huge ramifications. Simon and Mackelly watch on in despair. Chapter Review: Queen Cersei is, not for the first time, disappointed to find the severed head of the wrong dwarf presented to her. She offers no punishment to the murderers for fea…
  continue reading
 
Surprise! We've been covering Star Wars for all our $5+ patrons on Patreon, and we decided to make our latest episode (featuring Luke from We're Not So Different as a guest host) available for everyone. In this episode, we wrap up The Empire Strikes Back, aka Episode V, aka the good one. If you like it, head on over to our Patreon and check out our…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Jaime bids farewell to his uncle and to his father’s remains, envies Loras Tyrell’s horsemanship, and frets over his twin’s drinking and her new friends. Simon and Mackelly think he might have a point. Chapter Review Jaime Lannister bids farewell to his uncle Kevan who is leaving King’s Landing with his son Lancel and the bones of hi…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Jon Snow receives an offer from Stannis that he can't refuse...until he does, anyway. ASOIAF episodes are now on pause until the end of Season 2 of House of the Dragon. We'll be covering each episode weekly--our eps will…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Sam is miserable aboard the ship headed for Braavos. Gilly is inconsolable and he’s seasick. He can't understand her tears until Maester Aemon points out that she left her own baby at Castle Black, and that she’s nursing Dalla’s child. Simon and Mackelly try to keep down their breakfast. Chapter Review: Samwell Tarly is seasick aboar…
  continue reading
 
We're back with an episode all about the Night's Watch in the post-Conquest era -- covering all the notable characters and events, the reasons for the slow decline of the organization, its role in the main storyline, and where it will fit in The Winds of Winter and beyond. Support us on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Sam finally makes it back to Castle Black, only to find a whole new set of problems to deal with: birds, babies, and elections, oh my! Next time: we stay right here at the Wall for ASOS Jon IX, in which Stannis makes Jon…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Brienne’s search for Sansa takes her to Maidenpool to find a fool. First she finds old acquaintances that drum up painful thoughts. She meets a man who will take her to the fool, for a price. Simon and Mackelly question the intentions of Nimble Dick. Chapter Review: Brienne of Tarth and Podrick Payne arrive at the gates of Maidenpool…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Ser Arys Oakheart plans to break off his affair with Princess Arianne Martell. However, the simple sight of her erodes his resolve. Passionate lovemaking is followed by crippling guilt. Arianne promises a life together but first he must crown Princess Myrcella. After more than a little persuasion, the knight is onboard. Mackelly and …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text It’s the royal wedding day and Cersei couldn’t be less thrilled. She’s in constant fear for Tommen’s safety, feels like the Tyrells are manipulating her, and is surrounded by fools. Plus, a long ago prophecy keeps coming to mind. Only one activity brings her any joy in the day, and it’s quite the doozy. Simon and Mackelly remembered …
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Andrew from A Scene of Ice and Fire joins us for Arya Stark's last stand in Westeros, in which she regains Needle and says farewell to Sandor...for now, anyway. Next time: ASOS, Samwell IV, in which...remember Sam? He ma…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Asha tries to bring her mother’s family to her aid in gaining the Seastone Chair. But she hadn’t heard of her uncle Aeron’s call to a Kingsmoot. She thinks she can win by force of reason, but her family think that uncle Euron’s wealth and magic might prevail. Mackelly and Simon rattle Nagga’s bones. Chapter Review Asha Greyjoy is on …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Sansa considers the two sides of Petyr Baelish’s character. She witnesses Marillion falsely implicating himself in the murder of Lysa Arryn, and Nestor Royce being wooed by Baelish. Simon and Mackelly wonder if these life-lessons are standing her in good stead. Chapter Review: Sansa is being kept awake by Marillion’s singing. A probl…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Jon just gets done dealing with one king (Mance) when another one shows up (Stannis). He can't catch a break. Next time: Andrew from A Scene of Ice and Fire joins us for ASOS Arya XIII, in which Arya runs into some old f…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Brienne continues to search for Sansa Stark. None of her leads pan out in Duskendale. But not all is lost, she gets a fancy sigil on her shield. She considers Sansa’s possible alternative locations and gets awfully close to the truth. She discovers that a familiar face (to us) is following her. Simon and Jenny wish Brienne would foll…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Jaime might’ve bitten off more than he can chew with standing vigil over his father for seven days and nights. While battling sleep, he recalls his last conversation with Rhaegar Targaryen as well as his recent one with the chief undergaoler. He’s visited by Cersei and again rejects her plea to be Hand of the King. Finally, he broker…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Jaime speedruns through a bunch of setup for storylines in the next couple books before sitting down to write his own. Next time: ASOS Jon X, in which just in case it wasn't hard enough for Jon to deal with one king on h…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Busy day for Queen Cersei. She fends off mourners expressing regret and vying for her favor and works to keep the Tyrells off the Small Council. She bonds with Qyburn before finally having a highly contentious dinner with her uncle. Mackelly and Simon are in shock that Kevan went there. Chapter Review: Queen Cersei Lannister and King…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Daenerys decides to stay in Slaver's Bay. Only for a little while, though... Next time: ASOS Jaime IX, in which we set up a bunch of storylines for the next couple books. Brienne, Riverrun, Jeyne Poole, we're playing all…
  continue reading
 
We explore the history of the Night's Watch, from its foundation in the Age Heroes up to the Conquest. Along the way we look at the Wall and its castles, notable past members, the culture of the organization and its real life and literary inspirations. Support us on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Arya arrives in Braavos. Inside the temple of the Many-Faced God, she meets a man who isn’t fooled by her aliases. He tests her on her fear of death, and she passes with flying colors. She hopes to feed a hunger, but it’s not for food. Mackelly and Simon wonder what it is she’s hungry for. Chapter Review: Arya Stark, or “Salty” as sh…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Lord Commander Jon Snow sends Sam to Oldtown to earn his maester’s chain. Gilly, her baby, and maester Aemon are to go with him. Simon and Mackelly dream of a warmer future. Chapter Review: Samwell is scouring the Castle Black libraries for information on the Others. Pickings are surprisingly slim. He’s tired and hungry so he heads u…
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Tyrion's trial shifts to the battle arena. That's right, it's time for the Mountain v. the Viper! Hello. My name is Oberyn Martell. You killed my sister. Prepare to die. Next time: ASOS Daenerys VI, in which we say goodb…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Brienne begins her wild goose chase in the hunt for Sansa Stark. She meets some unusual travelers on the road and makes some unexpected travel companions, on her way to Duskendale. She also learns that she’s not the only one looking for the Stark girl. Simon and Mackelly worry about saddle sores. Chapter Review: Armed with Oathkeeper…
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Cersei is awakened to the news that her father is dead. She can hardly believe it, but is not exactly broken up about it. At least her little brother is locked up and will be a head short by this evening. Ah, about that: he’s escaped. Mackelly and Simon spot many of Cersei’s character flaws, while ignoring their own. Chapter Review: …
  continue reading
 
Hello and welcome to the NotACast, the one true chapter-by-chapter podcast going through A Song of Ice and Fire! In this episode, Jon manages to hold the line at the Wall, only for his own comrades (namely, Alliser Thorne and Janos Slynt) to throw him in an ice cell. Next time: ASOS Tyrion X, in which...hello. My name is Oberyn Martell. You killed …
  continue reading
 
The odyssey of Nymeria and the Rhoynar is one of the great Westerosi legends and we begin our exploration of the third great migration from Essos with a look at Rhoynish history and culture, as well as their inevitable bloody clash with dragonlords of Old Valyria. Then we trace the voyage of the Ten Thousand Ships as they wandered for years around …
  continue reading
 
Send us a text Areo Hotah observes as Prince Doran Martell is visited by three Sand Snakes, each with a plan to seek revenge for their father Oberyn’s murder. The prince hears each niece out but makes no commitments. Doran does commit to sending Areo to round up all the Sand Snakes and confine them in the palace indefinitely. Simon and Mackelly wor…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Ghid rapid de referință