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History of Westeros (Game of Thrones)

History of Westeros
House Of the Dragon
A Song Of Ice and Fire
Game Of Thrones
Dragons
Targaryens
Westeros
Dorne
George R. R. Martin
Daenerys Targaryen
Harrenhal
Dunk and Egg
Rhaenyra Targaryen
House Targaryen
Daemon Targaryen
Blood and Cheese
A Knight Of the Seven Kingdoms
King's Landing
Summerhall
Dance Of the Dragons
Fire and Blood

Come obsess over A Song of Ice and Fire and Game of Thrones with us! Our show is an enthusiastic and heavily-detailed look at the past, present and future of Westeros and the realms beyond.

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Prince Aerion thought he was a dragon in human skin, and he seems to have had dragon dreams, but truly - he was a monster. A look at his full life, before and after Ashford Meadow, including his time in Essos, his rumored use of black magic, his time... more

“We’ve come to die for the dragon queen,” said Roddy the Ruin of the Winter Wolves, a group of fearless greybeards from the North sent in advance of Lord Cregan Stark’s greater forces, and the only army in the Dance of the Dragons that didn’t want to... more

We return to the action immediately following the Battle of Leuctra where Sparta reeled from unexpected defeat. Yet a new determination emerged in King Agesilaus - who reminded his countrymen that his nemesis hadn’t beaten *him*. Meanwhile Thebes, un... more

House of the Dragon has a second teaser and a release date - June 21st! There’s a huge surprise in this one - a character we all (including GRRM) thought was cut. Plus some very curious shots and dialogue for us to puzzle and geek out over. Video is ... more

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Recent Guests

Steven Atwell
PhD historian, author and blogger
Race for the Iron Throne; Tower of the Hand
Episode: Blackfyre Rebellions: Part 3 - Daemon Blackfyre
Steven Attewell
Author of Race for the Iron Throne; essays on Blackfyre Rebellions
Race for the Iron Throne / Tower of the Hand
Episode: Blackfyre Rebellions: Part 2 - Daeron II the Good
George R. R. Martin
Author of A Song of Ice and Fire and Game of Thrones
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Episode: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E1 Review
Nina Krusling
Resident expert on Baelor
Episode: The Divisive Death and Lasting Legacy of Blessed Baelor
Matteo Barbagallo
Guest discussing the City of Dragons event
Episode: Cáceres‎: City of Dragons 2024!
Quinn the GM
A YouTube content creator focusing on Game of Thrones and related topics.
YouTube
Episode: The Dreams of Daemon with Quinn the GM
Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn
Medieval scholar and author, contributing insights on curses and their implications in Westeros.
Episode: Curses! with Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn
Joe Magician
Content creator specializing in A Song of Ice and Fire discussion and theories
YouTube Channel: Joe Magician
Episode: The Old Gods Eye with JoeMagician
Lady Gwyn
A knowledgeable commentator on the lore of A Song of Ice and Fire and the Game of Thrones universe.
Radio Westeros
Episode: House of the Dragon S2: Episode 7 Preview with Lady Gwyn

Hosts

Ashaya
Co-host of History of Westeros, regularly contributes deep lore analysis and narrative framing.
Aziz
Host and co-host, leads through-line analyses, theories, and host dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Impressed…

    Not only am I impressed with the actual content but the amount of content produced for a fictional universe. I imagine a new book in the main series was expected sooner than 16+ years and counting but even without it, this crew produces entertaining shows on a frequent basis. Bravo. If you like the game of thrones universe these are a fun listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheSov of PBG
    United States2 months ago
  • Great pod

    Love the pod but so much time is taken up explaining to Shawn why he is wrong that could be better spent elsewhere 5 starts with out him

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TomMyers fan
    United States3 months ago
  • Female voice

    You all do great reviews, and I do enjoy your point of views.

    Please consider the female voice modulating her voice. She pushes her way into the conversation in a talking over and interrupting manner. She has a shrill voice when she raises the volume of her voice. Her reading out loud might make this a little more noticeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheribee 🐝
    United States3 months ago
  • Raymun Fossoway 2028

    Need a Raymun tee shirt run

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lance MoonRider
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Show, Minus Sean

    Please stop bringing on Sean. Great show otherwise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elliottdean
    United States4 months ago

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Guests like Nina add fresh perspectives and enrich the discussion.

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#44
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#125
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#70
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#201
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#82
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E5 Review
Q: What injury of dunk did you feel the most?
46% said Knife Through the Hand.
Baelor Breakspear (part 1)
Q: How did Baelor's childhood influence his later behavior and reputation?
Growing up in a politically charged environment and witnessing court dynamics shaped Baelor into a wise and charismatic figure committed to justice and reconciliation, traits that earned him respect as a future leader.
Baelor Breakspear (part 1)
Q: What was unique about Baelor's marriage to Jena Dondarrion?
It was unconventional for a Crown Prince to marry someone from a marcher house rather than the traditional houses associated with the throne such as Targaryen, Baratheon, or Velaryon.
Who Knows the Song of Ice and Fire?
Q: Who does Dany discuss the Song of Ice and Fire with?
Ser Jorah.
The Abduction of Lyanna Stark
Q: What happened at the Tower of Joy?
Lyanna died shortly after giving birth to Jon Snow, which was a pivotal moment that had implications for multiple houses.

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This show delivers deeply researched analysis of George R.R. Martin's world, blending in-world lore with broad historical parallels. Episodes frequently explore characters, dynasties, and big-picture politics across Westeros and beyond, while peppering discussions with pop-culture references and guest perspectives. Listeners can expect rigorous storytelling, thoughtful debates, and a lively, opinionated vibe that values both canonical detail and speculative theory. A notable strength is the mix of regular hosts with occasional guests, which keeps the coverage fresh and keeps complex lore approachable for devoted fans and newcomers alike.

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History of Westeros launched 10 years ago and published 414 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Steven Atwell
2. Steven Attewell
3. George R. R. Martin
4. Nina Krusling
5. Matteo Barbagallo
6. Quinn the GM
7. Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn
8. Joe Magician

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