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Take the Black Podcast

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House Of the Dragon
Game Of Thrones
HBO
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A Knight Of the Seven Kingdoms
George R.R. Martin
Daemon Targaryen
Dragons
George R. R. Martin
The Rings Of Power
The Boys
New York City
Furiosa
Dunk and Egg
The Kingkiller Chronicle
Netflix
Blood and Cheese
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Fire and Blood
For All Mankind

From WinterIsComing.net, the Take the Black podcast brings you the latest in news, reviews and discussion about all things fantasy, sci-fi and genre.

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On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Michael Patterson give their full review of James Gunn’s Superman. Is this the best version of the Man of Steel ever put on screen? We discuss the performances, the story, and how it ... more

On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman discuss whether there's finally a reason to hope for The Winds of Winter, after George R.R. Martin announces appearances at both Worldcon and New York Comic Con. Fans are sending encou... more

On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Aysha Ashley Househ dive deep into Squid Game season 3. Was it a masterpiece or a misstep — or maybe both? From thrilling games to emotionally complex characters, we break it all down... more

On today’s episode of Take the Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman review The Hedge Knight, the beloved Game of Thrones novella that will soon be adapted into the HBO series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. What makes this Dunk & Egg tale so special — ... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Patterson
Editor of Bam Smack Pow
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Episode: Is this the best Superman movie ever made?
Aysha Househ
Guest co-host in the Phantom Network
Episode: Squid Game season 3: Triumph, failure or both?
Brandon Sanderson
Renowned fantasy author known for 'Mistborn' and 'The Stormlight Archive'
Episode: Inside our exclusive Brandon Sanderson interview, giant fantasy sets rise
Rosamund Pike
Lead actress known for her role as Moiraine in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3
Daniel Henney
Actor known for his role as Lan in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3
Josje Stradowski
Actor in a notable role in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3
Sophie Okonedo
Actress known for her role in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3
Marcus Rutherford
Actor known for his role as Perrin in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3
Donald Finn
Actor portraying Matz in The Wheel of Time
Prime Video
Episode: We talked to The Wheel of Time cast all about season 3

Hosts

Dan Selcke
Editor of WintersComing.net and Co-host, known for his analytical insights and passionate discussions on fantasy and sci-fi genres.
Daniel Roman
Co-host of the podcast with a focus on fantasy storytelling and the intricate dynamics of popular series.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 160 ratings
  • Kinda annoying.

    Not much more to say than that.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Alkingtfdrtunvfybvg
    United Statesa year ago
  • Issues

    I understand what George is say. Once I saw they were aging Alicent down and making them friends was going to hinder the future story. And what this season…. They kept trying to find a way to get them in seasons together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loveatfirstglow
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stop interrupting!

    Great analysis but the two hosts talk at the same time all the way through the podcast, interrupting each other for no reason and it becomes incredibly annoying. Is it really that hard to speak one at a time?!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    djwallace4542
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • No Chemistry

    The two Daniels constantly talk over each other, never achieve a natural conversation or discussion. They force laughter for things that aren't funny. Hard to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DRLee13
    United States3 years ago
  • I enjoy the show, but

    Please just stick with the 2 original hosts. Savannah adds nothing.to the post house of the dragon recaps

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    werfgtyyg
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are some criticisms regarding interruptions and over-talking among hosts, which can detract from the listening experience.
Fans value the focus on fan-driven campaigns and real-time cultural commentary, connecting deeply with the overall content.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and lively discussions on a variety of fantasy and sci-fi topics.
Many reviews highlight the hosts' chemistry and engaging banter, making them enjoyable to listen to even on contentious subjects.

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The Wheel of Time fans fight / Dune eyes the future / How do franchises become boring?
Q: What do you think of the state of franchises like Marvel and Star Wars?
There's an exhaustion with a lot of the movie-going public with soulless franchise continuations, and better content needs to be produced.
The Wheel of Time fans fight / Dune eyes the future / How do franchises become boring?
Q: Do you think this holds water?
It makes perfect sense that longer delays could lead to difficulty in reassembling a large cast and crew for a returning show.
Andor makes Star Wars history, House of the Dragon tries to make TV history
Q: Will this season have anything that even comes close to the Prison Arc?
Yes, this season definitely has comparable moments of intensity and significance.
Andor makes Star Wars history, House of the Dragon tries to make TV history
Q: What drew you through these three episodes?
The storytelling and pacing in the episodes kept capturing my attention until I couldn’t stop watching.
The Brandon Sanderson interview: Wind and Truth, Ghostbloods, and the space age of the Cosmere
Q: What made you decide to approach it that way?
I think every series would be better if it were done this way.

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1. Michael Patterson
2. Aysha Househ
3. Brandon Sanderson
4. Rosamund Pike
5. Daniel Henney
6. Josje Stradowski
7. Sophie Okonedo
8. Marcus Rutherford

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