
Bend the knee and join us each week as we re-read the epic fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin. Each episode will contain a small council meeting for updates on the HBO show, House of the Dragon, Winds of Winter, and GRR’s ‘Not a Blog’. We also include a short history lesson from A World of Ice and Fire. Finally, we take an in-depth look at each chapter of the series. Thi... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 545 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Ser Jimmy is out sick this week but it let Ser Matt finish a script he has been working on about Skagos in the Winds of Winter!
For this episode of Bend the Knee, we’re diving into one of the most mysterious and potentially important locations in al... more
King Stannis has brought several of the black brothers before him to make known his anger about them taking too long to select a new Lord Commander. Stannis sees through Janos Slynt’s fawning, having known the man as a bribe-taker in King's Landing. ... more
Tyrion, locked in the black cells beneath the Red Keep, is rescued by Jaime. His brother tells him that he is to be beheaded on the morrow, and informs him that he coerced Varys into helping him charter a ship to take Tyrion from King's Landing. When... more
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I enjoy the discussion of the books but wow… if you haven’t read/watched before, it will all be spoiled for you.
More platforms, same empty takes.
They are not fans. They are not serious critics. Just a couple professional fence-sitters with microphones.
Enough hot takes to sound confident. Not enough insight to say anything meaningful.
Everything comes wrapped in fake intellectualism and soft elitism, but there is no real analysis underneath it. Just vague complaints recycled
It is profoundly boring.
Find a better podcast.
Excellent work with these reviewers. Very informative and extensive discussion
Matt is always traveling.
Been listening to these guys for awhile now. They were great then and still great now. Knowledgable and funny. Definitely a recommend.
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Listeners engage with deep chapters-by-chapter analysis of a Song of Ice and Fire, balanced by book-vs-show comparisons, lore snippets, and occasional updates on the HBO series and related GRRM materials. The hosts mix thorough textual close-reading with fan lore, speculation, and light personal anecdotes, creating a conversational, knowledge-rich vibe. Notable is the blend of rigorous analysis, broad topic coverage (books, show, world-building), and a willingness to entertain diverse theories, making it appealing to both newcomers and long-time fans who enjoy nuanced discussions and spoiler-aware content. The format's history segments and re-read structure tend to attract listeners seeking a comprehensive, club-like discussion rather than ... more
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