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Bend the Knee: A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast

Game of Thrones
House Of the Dragon
A Song Of Ice and Fire
Winds Of Winter
Dunk and Egg
Game Of Thrones
George R.R. Martin
Ser Duncan the Tall
Summerhall
Bloodraven
George R. R. Martin
Aegon's Conquest
Blood and Cheese
Euron Greyjoy
Three-Eyed Crow
Hodor
Aegon IV Targaryen
Azor Ahai
Valyrian Steel
Tanselle Too Tall
Melisandre

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

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Sansa has fled to the Godswood, and when she removes her hairnet, she notices that one of the black amethysts is missing. Dontos told her she must wear it for the wedding feast, but she now remembers that the amethysts are from Asshai, and that Donto... more

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Sir Matt
Co-host providing in-depth analysis and commentary on the chapters of 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and related media.
Sir Jimmy
Co-host contributing critical insights and community engagement within the narrative discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Guys. Please use spoiler warnings

    10 minutes into a three hour episode and spoiled the entirety of Dunk and Egg. Like jeez guys. It’s three hours I thought I’d be safe to listen to get the vibe of this podcast. But one of the hosts literally said how Dunk and Egg end up and pretty much ruined it. So that was super fun.

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  • Cancelled?

    Is this show cancelled?

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    United States3 months ago
  • Ubreal

    You dorks have one job regarding this. 1 hour a week. To speak about a chapter. Haven’t even done that since late November. Boooo

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    megkghh
    United States9 months ago
  • One is Definately more evil than the other

    Things DO matter. Colonization is actually very bad. VOTE

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    MamaFrijole
    United Statesa year ago
  • Addictive

    Been listening off and on for a while! Really love the research and effort you guy put into it!

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    United Statesa year ago

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Many listeners express a strong sense of community and loyalty, noting enjoyable interactions with the hosts.
There's a positive response to the podcast addressing current developments in the HBO adaptations, enhancing relevance.
Some critique the frequency of spoilers and the pacing of episodes but acknowledge the hosts' expertise.
The hosts' banter fosters a warm, book-club-like atmosphere, making discussions accessible.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and the ability to navigate complex narratives related to 'A Song of Ice and Fire'.

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#218
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#96
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#173
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#200
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#230
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#233
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Q: Do you think it would actually tarnish his legacy if somebody came out and finished it?
No, not at all, but from an Internet perspective, oh, yeah, that'll be like the main talking point.
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Q: Which will we see first? Which gets released first? Winds of Winter or the Epstein files?
It's winds. I think it's not even close.
Theory - Why did Benjen Stark join the Night's Watch?
Q: Why did Benjen really join the Night's Watch?
The hosts speculate that Benjen may have felt a sense of duty and honor leading him to join the Night's Watch, but he may also have had deeper knowledge of the events surrounding his family and the prophecies, especially regarding Rhaegar and Lyanna.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Soundscape - Talking with Jordan Rannells
Q: How do you create the soundscape?
The process involves listening to the audiobook, plotting sound effects, and composing original music for characters and scenes.
House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4 Review - The Red Dragon and the Gold
Q: Where's your initial reviews out of this?
I really loved it. You know, and I guess if I had to do it out of five, it'd probably be more upwards towards the five out of five. I think it's one of the best episodes of the show thus far.

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A unique blend of in-depth literary analysis and casual banter defines the episodes, focusing primarily on the intricate narratives and characters of the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. The discussion revolves around individual chapters, exploring character development, plot intricacies, and thematic elements, while also keeping listeners informed about related media such as HBO's 'House of the Dragon' and forthcoming works by George R. R. Martin. Featuring informal yet insightful commentary, this podcast invites both dedicated fans and newcomers to engage with fantasy lore and partake in thoughtful discussions about beloved characters and story arcs, all delivered in a friendly, book-club atmosphere.

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