Pádraig MacCarron and Phillip Haberkern return for a retrospective on the second book in A Song of Ice and Fire. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Mar 06, 2025•2 hr 36 min
Oxford's Carolyne Larrington, Nottingham's Katherine Olley, and UHI's Iain MacInnis discuss the final Bran chapter in A Clash of Kings. Then Anthony and Chad discuss dark and light magic in ASOIAF. NOTICE: We will soon start our coverage of Knight of the Seven Kingdoms beginning with "The Hedge Knight." 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 a...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Has Jon yet realized that he is a warg? What was Qhorin's long-term plan for Jon? Who boasts the better legacy: GRRM, Lucas, or Tolkien? Prof. Chadwick T. Carmichael is back to discuss. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leav...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Who is to blame for Tyrion's assassination attempt? Phil Haberkern discusses the possibilities. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Feb 13, 2025•53 min
Professors Iain MacInnis, Kate Olley, and Carolyne Larrington join to discuss Theon's final chapter in A Clash of Kings. Then Prof. Jill Havens introduces The Story of the Volsungs. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us...
Feb 06, 2025•55 min
Sansa is finally free of Joffrey's sadism. Or is she? Professor Phil Haberkern joins to discuss. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Wolves, and Vampires, and Mer-people! Arya's final days at Harrenhal have it all. Friends of the podcast Arthur, Padraig, and Hazel return for an across-the-pond roundtable discussion. Visit Magic Mind and receive 45% off the Magic Mind Bundle: https://magicmind.com/hotdjan 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 podcast...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Steve and Anthony talk about Bran's connection to werewolf mythology. Then Ray, Melanie, and Ken discuss the early stages of the "Meereenese knot" in the final Dany chapter of Clash. Listeners of this podcast get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle: https://magicmind.com/hotdjan 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...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Should Sansa have gone north with the Hound? Professor Jessica Hines discusses the cost of this decision. Take advantage of the HOTD special offer for Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/hotdjan 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | ...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Elysia (thelorehounds.com) and Valerie Garver (NIU) continue our conversation about Tyrion's journey into warfare. Then Dr. Grant Gearheart (GSU) talks about the medievalism at the heart of Batman mythology. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord ...
Nov 28, 2024•2 hr 33 min
Historians Iain MacInnis, Kavita Mudan Finn, and Carol Parish Jamison return for part 2 of the Battle of Blackwater Bay. Then Kelly DeVries discusses the typicalities and the oddities of medieval battle. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Re...
Nov 21, 2024•57 min
At the climax of Clash, Tyrion is thrust into action for his most heroic defense of the city while we see the Hound's most important character choice. Elysia from the Lorehounds and Prof. Valerie Garver join to discuss. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Support Bald Move: Club Bald Move Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Learn more about your ad choi...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min
A.Ron, Anthony, Phillip Haberkern, and Phyllis Jestice discuss Martin's first big battle scene. It's really quite brilliant (with a few comedic errors). 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts L...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Profs Iain MacInnis, Kavita Mudan Finn and Carol Parish Jamison return to talk about the early stages of the Battle of Blackwater Bay. Then Prof. Kelly DeVries answers listener questions about medieval warfare. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Disco...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Theon gets great advice from his savvy sister and horrible advice from his sneaky servant. Of course, he takes the wrong advice and spirals toward his own deconstruction. Professor of History, Andrew Howe stops by to talk about it. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: book...
Oct 24, 2024•58 min
Cat, once more, throws chaos into the world of Westeros. This time she gets more than she expected from the Kingslayer. Professors Hammer, Wilson, and Haberkern join the round table. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave U...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Is Tyrion the ultimate villain of Ice and Fire? Melanie, GDKen, and David discuss. Then S. Dorsey Armstrong explains Authurian legend. Was he a real guy? Why did the legend evolve how it did? 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forum...
Oct 10, 2024•2 hr 31 min
Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Queen Who Ever Was and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Anticipation builds for Rhaena and the ugly wild dragon known as Sheepstealer. The characters of Addam and Alyn take on different personalities and actions in the show. And in the final SpoiLORE section, Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss [REDACTED]. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading: Page 443 paragraph 3 to page 445 paragraph 2 YOU MUST SKIP TO Page 449...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Steve and Anthony talk about virtues and vices of montages. Alicent's turn, Daemon's vision, and the glory that is Simon Strong's eyeball work. We debate: was this really a season finale? Steve argues in the affirmative. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected]...
Sep 30, 2024•2 hr 44 min
Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode The Red Sowing and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Both the book and show feature dragons, but how many and which varies greatly. Hugh’s parentage is explored, as is the parentage of Addam and Alyn. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading: Page 441 paragraph 3 to page 443 paragraph 1 Page 114 paragraphs 1 and 2 Left-Handed Crab Claw Map of Westeros Send feedback to [email protected]! Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's ...
Sep 26, 2024•2 hr 58 min
Should the Corlys progeny connection be more obvious? Also, why is Oscar Tully's take down of Daemon so delightful? Steve and Anthony discuss the Red Sowing. 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podca...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode Smallfolk and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. Dive in to examine Rhaenyra’s character changes, the confounding kiss, and Alys Rivers. And in the SpoiLORE section, Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss Sunfyre. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading: Page 437 paragraph 4 through page 438 paragraph 1 Get your own piece of GOT history Four Lights Coffee Left-Handed Crab Claw Map of Westeros Send feedback to [email protected]...
Sep 19, 2024•2 hr 35 min
Excellent dragon work, development of themes, musical choices. The Small Folk rates Properly Dinklage (although we forgot to mention that during the recording). 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Po...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys revisit the episode Regent and compare it to the corresponding passages from Fire & Blood. The tension lies in the twists of timing, the identity of Alys Rivers, and Sunfyre’s fate. Producer Talitha and A.Ron discuss GRRM’s own thoughts on this adaptation of his work in the SpoiLORE section of this episode. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading: Page 435 Paragraph 3 to Page 437 Paragraph 3 Page 438 Paragraph 2 to Page 441 Paragraph 2 Send feedback to hotd@baldmov...
Sep 12, 2024•2 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This episode contains Anthony's favorite scene in House of the Dragon. Also: does Jace have a punchable face? 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! Join the Club! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Lord Commander A.Ron and King Jimhaerys consult the ancient tome of Fire & Blood by GRRM. Was the confrontation between Aemond and Aegon part of the plan, or a surprise opportunity? Would you rather get married or bond with a dragon? Dragon…obviously. Fire & Blood Hardcover Reading: Page 430 Paragraph 4 to Page 431 Paragraph 1 Page 433 Paragraph 1 to Page 435 Paragraph 2 Send feedback to [email protected]! Have A.Ron and Talitha discuss your thoughts next week! Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's ...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Steve and Anthony delight in the masterful storytelling of Rook's Rest. Then Dr. Philiip Haberkern discusses House of the Dragon as great television and as a window into historical institutions. Phil discusses (among other things) historical parallels to Criston Cole's necklace. See this link for a visual. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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 v...
Sep 02, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 4
How difficult was it to claim Harrenhal in the book? And much Alys Rivers was there? And it's really only that many paragraphs? I guess it's a good thing we also have your feedback and some bonus readings on the dragon pit! This week's reading: Daemon Takes Harrenhal: pg.412 through pg.413 Battle of the Burning Mill: pg.427 through pg.428 p.1 Dragon Pit: pg. 96 p.1 pg.128 p.4 pg.132 p.1 pg.167 p.3 pg.180 p.2 through pg.182 p.1 pg.187 p.1&2 pg.204 p.2 pg.228 p.2 through pg.229 p.2 pg.245 p.1 thro...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This episode is excellent on rewatch. Daemon is interesting again. The Alicent vs. Rhaenyra showdown is superb. Simon Strong is the perfect addition to an already stellar cast. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar 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! Join the discussion: [email protected] | Discord | Reddit | Forums Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Lea...
Aug 26, 2024•2 hr 36 min
Lets revisit Arryk Cargyll's mission, recontextualize Aegon's hissy fit and Otto's scheming, and maybe splash in a little bit of Daemon that is shuffled around in the show as we cover the sections of Fire & Blood that are relevant to "Rhaenyra the Cruel." This week's reading: pg.428 p.2 through pg.430 p.3 and pg.431 p.2 through pg.432 Next week's reading: pg. 427 through pg.428 p.1 (no, that's not a mistake. It's a single page! We'll also have a history lesson on the dragon pit.) Theme song: Gam...
Aug 22, 2024•2 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
