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HOTD - A House of the Dragon Podcast

Bald Move
House Of the Dragon
Game Of Thrones
Rhaenyra Targaryen
Dragons
Daemon Targaryen
Fire and Blood
Alicent Hightower
Targaryens
Westeros
Dunk
George R.R. Martin
King's Landing
Targaryen
Egg
Harrenhal
A Song Of Ice and Fire
Tyrion Lannister
King Viserys
Dunk and Egg
Rhaenyra

The officially unofficial Bald Move podcast for HBO'S House of the Dragon. Ride along for all the weekly episode reviews, analysis and fan discussion you need. contact: hotd@baldmove.com

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We’re nearing the end of our book vs. show coverage with episodes five and six of House of the Dragon Season Three. King Jimhaerys, Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max talk Sabitha Frey’s protective privy, Criston Cole’s surprisingly more flattering depiction ... more

Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show cha... more

In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen’s Landing.” They’re comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts.

This episode’s reading:

Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 –... more

Anthony and Steve hijack the podcast to talk about the Treasons of Tumbleton. Then Anthony talks with Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver.

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Recent Guests

Valerie Garver
Writer and academic (intro to a collected volume; contributor to medieval studies)
Academic/Publishing
Episode: HOTD Season Three Finale (+Bookaloo)
Melanie M
Listener who offers theories about Nettles and Reyna
Episode: House of the Dragon - S03E04 - Tumbleton - Feedback
Fran Duffy
NFL analyst and guest auctioneer on this episode
NFL Network/ESPN (as referenced)
Episode: HOTD Auction!
Arthur Amalvy
Guest joining the discussion
Episode: Electric Bookaloo: Catelyn II (ASOS)
Phyllis Jestice
Historian of medieval history and musician
College of Charleston
Episode: Electric Bookaloo: Arya II (ASOS)
Stephanie Barbe Hammer
Author and poet discussed up front
Author
Episode: Electric Bookaloo: Jaime II (ASOS)
Bose Meng
Guest commentator mentioned in intro
Episode: A New Aegon Movie? ...then Electric Bookaloo: Bran I (ASOS)
David J. Peterson
Linguist and conlanger known for creating Dothraki and High Valyrian languages
David J. Peterson LLC
Episode: Electric Bookaloo: Daenerys I (ASOS)
Philip Haberkern
Historian/academic guest providing context for the discussion
Boston University
Episode: Electric Bookaloo: Sansa I (ASOS)

Host

Jim, A.Ron, Anthony
Jim and A.Ron host with Anthony frequently guiding episodes, offering a mix of casual banter and deep lore discussion.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 7.4k ratings
  • Over it

    Really sick of hearing how much the show suffered from not having a 10 episode season 2. Can we move on?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jae2daizzo
    United States15 days ago
  • These are the OGs. 11-year listener, 5 stars!

    I love your podcasts more than all others. The Alys Rivers tinfoil idea presented in your HOTD coverage of S3 Treasons at Tumbleton blew my mind (in the best way)! Drawing together SO many loose threads and factually propping up the conclusions of many GOT plot lines... I mean, WHAT ?! You were my first ever podcast, and you’re still the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sjdvero
    United States22 days ago
  • Great podcast

    I look forward every week to the HOTD episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    afozark
    United States22 days ago
  • Enjoyable

    The shows are great, and both are entertaining, but the only drawback is that the program often feels like cheerleading due to the utter lack of criticism and effusive praise! It is almost like listening to a podcast of Game of Thrones Season 8 that carefully avoided criticism—something is missing

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Wahtaysheengah
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thanks!

    I haven't read the books for GOT or HOD so Im satisfied with whatever the show does however Im thankful to this podcast! You answer all the questions, thoughts and confusion in my head... which is mostly every week lol... Thank You!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tachsiyo3
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful analysis and deep lore knowledge, while sometimes calling out pronunciation or pacing issues.
Guests and hosts are described as knowledgeable and engaging, with a balance of humor and scholarly insight.
The show is seen as a strong companion for HBO's House of the Dragon and related material, though some reviewers note seasonal quality shifts and pronunciation concerns.

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HOTD vs. Fire & Blood - S03E03-4 - Rhaenyra Triumphant and Tumbleton
Q: What are the biggest divergences between Fire & Blood and the show in these episodes?
The hosts point to changes in the Master of Coin storyline, the reorganization of alliances around Ormond Hightower, and the altered fate of Bitterbridge as major divergences, along with a broader shift in how prophecy and the Dragon-pact dynamics are presented on screen.
House of the Dragon - S03E04 - Tumbleton - Feedback
Q: Do you think the prophecy around Aegon and the dragons will steer the next moves in the throne race?
Yes, the panel suggests prophecy is a central driver that can override or realign political calculations, shaping both public perception and private loyalties.
Electric Bookaloo: Sansa I (ASOS)
Q: What did you think of the HBO adaptation compared to the book?
The adaptation largely succeeds for the hosts; they appreciated the shift toward a more comedic but still emotionally resonant depiction, with strong casting and a focus on character dynamics, especially Olenna and the Loras/Joffrey situation.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01 - Feedback
Q: How old is Dunk supposed to be on the show versus books?
They discuss Dunk as likely being in his late 20s in the show, perhaps a bit younger than Peter Dinklage's age in the main series, and speculate about whether age differences affect relationships and narrative stakes.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - S01E01 - The Hedge Knight
Q: What did you think of the Hedge Knight?
Anthony expresses admiration for Peter Claffey's performance and feels drawn into the character's emotional journey.

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