Steve and Anthony discuss Criston Cole's character. Then Prof. Valerie Garver and Anthony discuss the tapestry. https://www.bayeuxmuseum.com/en/the-bayeux-tapestry/ https://www.ulstermuseum.org/stories/game-thrones-tapestry Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage:...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 13 min
What will the Season Finale hold? Steve and Anthony voice our appreciation for the Red Sowing and look forward to the finale. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ...
Aug 02, 2024•18 min
Why is ominous music playing over the Rhaenyra-Mysaria kiss? Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the po...
Jul 24, 2024•5 min
Pádraig MacCarron stops by to discuss what HOTD has taught us about the Old Gods and Winterfell tradition. Then Steve discusses burning off his nipple (and growing it back). Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit ...
Jul 19, 2024•55 min
Steve and Anthony talk about Larys Strong's tricky ways, the big Rook's Rest Battle, and Anthony's love of Dunk and Egg.Steve and Anthony talk about Larys Strong's tricky ways, the big Rook's Rest Battle, and Anthony's love of Dunk and Egg. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join t...
Jul 12, 2024•37 min
The inventor of GoT languages, and co-screenwriter for this episode discusses Aegon's High Valyrian. We also talk about the ethics of war with a medievalist and a philosopher of ethics. My thanks to David J. Peterson, Thomas Leek, and Jason Eberl. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check...
Jul 08, 2024•33 min
Steve and Anthony discuss (in brief) the new kingsguard, Hightower snobbery, and Rhaenys's overall virtue. Then we review the film Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave U...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Is Otto good at his job? Is Daemon faithful to Rhaenyra's queenship? Is Steve a competent fantasy competitor? Anthony issues an apology to Ray and talks fashion with Dr. Grant Gearhart. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://s...
Jun 25, 2024•46 min
The new season is here with a better title sequence and a few intriguing new commoners. Anthony, Steve, Val, Ray, and Jeff discuss. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBoo...
Jun 18, 2024•50 min
Steve (comic) and Anthony (academic) rewatch the s1 finale and look forward to s2. Anthony's HOTD fantasy league discusses key characters for s2. Steve selects his fantasy team. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the Club! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Red...
Jun 11, 2024•58 min
Jason Cabassi names his top four GoT episodes and we choose one of these to cover on the first ever "Rushmore Reboot." Joining the conversation of season 5, episode 8 is historian Danielle Alesi, Comedian Steve Ausburne, and author Anthony Le Donne. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a mont...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Steve and Anthony discuss off-season news for House of the Dragon. Then Anthony is joined by the Bald Move boys and Hammer-of-Gods Evan to pound out our new HOTD-fantasy league. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Hey there! Check out https://support.b...
Apr 03, 2023•54 min
Steve and Anthony discuss the major differences between book and show in House of the Dragon. Then Anthony previews A Clash of Kings with Katherine Olley, Jason Eberl, and J.J. Hollenback. HT Jason Eberl: Portrait of El Primo. Check out these books by Jason and Kate: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Philosophy-Strikes-Back/dp/1119841437/ https://www.amazon.com/Kinship-Norse-Legend-Studies-Literature/dp/1843846373/ Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out htt...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr 32 min
Hot-stove HOTD is heating up! But first, let's hand out awards with NFL analyst Fran Duffy. Then religion expert Brenden Walsh helps Anthony gear up for the new season of Electric Bookaloo. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums F...
Nov 05, 2022•1 hr 14 min
In the House of the Dragon finale (season one) we see Rhaenyra embrace her inner dragon and Vhagar embrace Lucerys with his jaws. Also, remember Jack Palance? Check out the new pieces by artist and friend of the podcast, Patrick Moran. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: b...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 44 min
Historian Kavita Mudan Finn explains House of the Dragon. Comedian Steve Ausburne explains endogenous gas. Check out Dr. Finn's new book. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more ab...
Oct 22, 2022•57 min
Steve and Anthony cover the penultimate episode of season one: The Green Council. Y'like feet, chief? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Comic Steve and academic Anthony kneel before the powerhouse performance of King Viserys. Also, did Aemond take an extra time jump? And how much head must be severed for it to be considered a beheading? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Redd...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 25 min
In what could be the best episode of television of the year, several key characters reveal their true nature. Also, is it possible to hit the griddy too hard? Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBo...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 39 min
The new Aegon is many things, but he's not boring. Alicent has come into her own as the Head of State and Larys goes full psycho. Kavita Mudan Finn talks about childhood and education in medieval Europe. And Nessa is back to give her knee-jerk reaction of Harwin's death. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free podcasts, for just $5 a month! Jo...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 15 min
NFL analyst Fran Duffy joins Double Dragon to breakdown House of the Dragon. Power rankings. MVPs. Hot takes. Then medievalist Iain MacInnes explains marriage alliances and castle siege tactics. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: I...
Sep 24, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Comic Steve Ausburne explains the difference between "duty babies" and "romance babies" in Westeros. He shares why he loves vomit but hates metal detectors. Also, the guys cover the best episode of HOTD yet. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord |...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 26 min
Is Daemon an accidental genius? Will Rhaenyra learn to play the perceptions game? Why is this Anthony's favorite episode yet? Then Kavita Mudan Finn answers a question about perceptions of sex in the medieval world. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to premium content, and more great House of the Dragon podcasts. Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow ...
Sep 15, 2022•1 hr 24 min
The writer for the High Valyrian dialogue between Daemon and Rhaenyra joins Double Dragon. What do these characters really say? Do the subtitles capture the subtleties of the language? Then medievalists Kavita Mudan Finn and Iain MacInnes answer listener questions about the history behind the show. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of ...
Sep 10, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Stand-up comic Steve Ausburne and academic Anthony Le Donne cover the great outdoors episode of House of the Dragon. Then Anthony discusses Rings of Power with Dr. Helen Young. Check out her new book. Also, artist Patrick Moran's HOTD-themed art is fantastic: https://patrickmoranartanddesign.com/patrick-moran-house-of-the-dragon Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Support Club Bald Move Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:...
Sep 07, 2022•2 hr 2 min
Steve and Anthony discuss the many life lessons from episode 2. Should one marry for an elaborate dollhouse? Should one speak in an interview or just stare down the interviewer? Is it wise to bring a sword to a dragon fight? These topics and more are covered on this week's Double Dragon. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the ...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 17 min
A nuanced character profile on Daemon Targaryen (just based on this first episode). Stand-up comic Steve Ausburne outs himself as a dragon lover. Medievalist Natalie Goodison talks about the dangers of childbirth. Historian Iain MacInnes tells us what medieval folk did with dead bodies. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the p...
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 14 min
At long last, Steve and Anthony complete the journey they began on Electric Bookaloo over two years ago. Steve's first viewing of "The Iron Throne" is nothing less than astounding. Anthony tries and fails to gather his wits in response. Also, medievalist Brian Pavlac answers a question about dragon legends. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-f...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 43 min
Medieval historian Iain MacInnes joins Anthony to talk about Castles and King's Landing. Then Steve does his first viewing of "The Bells." Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts, for just $5 a month! Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Learn more a...
Aug 10, 2022•1 hr 52 min
Steve and Anthony discuss errant Starbucks coffee cups and misguided appeals to Cersei's better nature. But what could be overlooked in this episode is a stunning and compelling irony: Sansa betrays Jon in order to elevate him. It's a brilliant plot flourish that only Game of Thrones can pull off. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band's webpage: Heiko. Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versio...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min
