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House of R

The Ringer
Stranger Things
Star Wars
The Last Of Us
House Of the Dragon
Game Of Thrones
Yellowjackets
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Andor
Rings Of Power
Marvel Cinematic Universe
A Knight Of the Seven Kingdoms
Skeleton Crew
Daredevil
Christopher Nolan
Alien Earth
Targaryens
Seattle
Ellie
The Lord Of the Rings
Sauron

Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and character arcs or tracing influences across decades of fantasy and sci-fi stories, Jo and Mal will be here... more

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Mal and Jo sit down with Ringer guest Sean Fennessey! They discuss the special Orioles moment for Mal and Jo this past weekend, go into a general discussion about 'Oppenheimer' to prime up the conversation, and then proceed to dive into each of their... more

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the second episode of ‘Lanterns,’ “Trust Fall.” They talk about everything from Hal’s detective work to our first look at Sinestro!

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Mal and Jo are live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this fall season! Plus, the Voice of the Orioles, Kevin Brown joins the show!

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(01:15) Fall Hype Meter

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Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the premiere of the newest DC show, ‘Lanterns.’ They talk about everything from the dynamic between Hal and John to that shocking ending! But first, they discuss all of the news that came out of D23 from the ‘X-M... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Brown
Voice of the Baltimore Orioles
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: The 2026 Fall Hype Meter Live from Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Ryan Condal
Showrunner and Co-Creator of House of the Dragon
HBO/House of the Dragon
Episode: ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Breakdown With Showrunner and Co-Creator Ryan Condal
Erik Voss
Guest, film analyst from New Rock Stars
New Rock Stars
Episode: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ With Erik Voss | Nolan Revisited
Jessica McKenna
Guest musician and comedian, featured on the episode
Episode: Fictional Bands Hall of Fame
Hrishikesh Hirway
Guest musician and podcast host, Song Exploder creator
Episode: Fictional Bands Hall of Fame
Jason Mantzoukas
Actor/comedian; guest on episode, longtime friend of the pod
Actor/Comedian
Episode: ‘Spider-Noir’ Season 1 and Mantzoukas Recommends With Jason Mantzoukas!
Rebecca Kuang
Author of Babel, Yellowface, Catabasis
Author
Episode: ‘Tenet’ With R. F. Kuang | Nolan Revisited
Tyson Apostol
Former Survivor contestant and guest on podcast
Survivor community
Episode: The ‘Survivor’ Season 50 Crossover Event With The Pod Has Spoken!
Riley McAtee
Former Survivor contestant and guest on podcast
Survivor community
Episode: The ‘Survivor’ Season 50 Crossover Event With The Pod Has Spoken!

Hosts

Joanna Robinson
Co-host with a focus on deep dives into fantasy and sci-fi universes; frequent contributor to long-form character and narrative analysis.
Mallory Rubin
Co-host known for thoughtful lore discussions, expansive world-building analysis, and dynamic banter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7.9k ratings
  • Too much cackling

    I'm sure this could be a good podcast if they removed all the forced laughter

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    listener33
    United States19 days ago
  • Incredibly thorough and a good hang

    The House of R crew does nothing halfway. I appreciate that they sprinkle fun chats into their breakdowns and seem to be having a great time along the way. I don’t watch everything they cover but sometimes I’m convinced to pick something up just bc they’re covering it! Have been a huge fan for many years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    olitro90
    United States21 days ago
  • Great analyses but Mallory is annoying.

    I continue to be amazed at how annoying and immature Mallory is. Please stop cackling into the mic. Please also recognize how long you’ve been talking and let other people contribute to the conversation. Also, stop with the constant sex jokes. You’re too old for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    podgal246
    United States23 days ago
  • Spoilers

    my experience of the house of the dragon is greatly diminished now that I know what happens. god forbid I’m feeling relaxed listening to a podcast and fall asleep, only to wake up and hear key plot details that are yet to come during the “spoiler section”. any insights this podcast has enriched my experience of this show were not worthwhile. make a separate podcast for the one percent of nerds that have read the book

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Untitledcantbetrusted
    United States25 days ago
  • Great pod

    Love this pod. Don’t follow all their shows they watch but when it’s something I do watch it’s a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kbraidz
    United States25 days ago

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Listeners note strong community vibes and thoughtful critiques, balanced with humor.
Fans praise deep-dive rigor and chemistry, calling the hosts insightful and entertaining.
Some criticisms mention giggling and off-topic moments, but praise still dominates.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#12
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#15
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#42
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#20
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#74
France/TV & Film
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#123
Germany/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

‘Spider-Noir’ Season 1 and Mantzoukas Recommends With Jason Mantzoukas!
Q: What is your history with this character and the Spider-Verse approach?
All three hosts/guest acknowledge Spider-Noir as a spin on familiar Spider-Verse archetypes, with Cage's Ben Reilly delivering a particularly chaotic but emotionally pointed performance that anchors the show's style.
‘Memento’ | Nolan Revisited
Q: Why is Memento so memorable despite its low budget and ambitious structure?
Because its clever non-linear narrative, reverse-engineered clues, and intimate portrayal of Leonard's condition pull the viewer into the puzzle while also forcing a strong emotional connection to his grief and unreliable memory.
‘Project Hail Mary’ Deep Dive. Plus: Andy Weir!
Q: What was the intention behind centering space cooperation and connection in the story?
Weir explains that he aims to escape didactic messaging; he wants readers to experience science and wonder while feeling connected to the characters, and the collaboration between Earth and space crews is framed as a hopeful message rather than a political agenda.
‘The Martian’ Revisited, With Amanda Dobbins
Q: What makes Drew Goddard a good fit for adapting Andy Weir?
Goddard blends humor, humanity, and scientific clarity, translating Weir's texts into cinematic experiences while preserving core technical details.
‘The Martian’ Revisited, With Amanda Dobbins
Q: How does watching The Martian influence your view of Project Hail Mary?
It provides context for tone and approach: both stories center on a singular, extraordinarily capable person who must save others through problem-solving, but Project Hail Mary expands the scale in a different way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About House of R

What is House of R about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts—Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin—lead deep-dive discussions across fantasy and sci-fi universes, pairing thorough character and plot analysis with playful banter. Episodes frequently mix literary and filmic analysis, production notes, fan theories, and cultural references, ranging from Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon to Marvel, Star Wars, and beyond. The show's standout approach is a balance of rigor and warmth, with longform explorations that feel like guided nerd-culture conversations, memorable quotables, and frequent shout-outs to fans. A recurring strength is the hosts' chemistry and ability to connect complex lore to broader storytelling themes, often featuring theme-heavy rewatches, mailbag segments, and countdowns... more

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1. Kevin Brown
2. Ryan Condal
3. Erik Voss
4. Jessica McKenna
5. Hrishikesh Hirway
6. Jason Mantzoukas
7. Rebecca Kuang
8. Tyson Apostol

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