The HBO Original series House of the Dragon is back for Season 3 – and so is The Official Games of Thrones Podcast. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen every week for exclusive interviews with the show’s writers, cast and crew, and a whole lot of thoughts and opinions. It’s the only podcast with the inside scoop on all things House of the Dragon.
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Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen unpack the massive Season 3 premiere. They welcome Co-Creator and Showrunner Ryan Condal to the podcast to break it all down, including the devastating Battle of the Gullet. Then, Jason and Greta are joined by Harry Collett (Prince Jacaerys Velaryon) to talk about the key choices Jace makes in the premiere and what it was like filming one of the largest battles in Westeros history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
The Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon is back for Season 3, just in time for all out war in Westeros. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they break down each new episode, and all the explosive battles and drama, with the show’s writers, cast, and crew. Season 3 premieres June 21st, and new podcasts drop right after episodes air on HBO and HBO Max. It’s time to see who is ready for war, and what they’re willing to do to win it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
Jason and Greta convene for a very special episode of the podcast to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Game of Thrones premiere. They discuss the show’s incredible legacy and why they fell in love with the world of Westeros. And together, they play a game called The Besteros of Westeros, where they pick their favorite characters, quotes, and moments from the show – and who they would choose to sit on the Iron Throne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jason and Greta unpack the season finale and the fallout from the Trial of Seven. George R.R. Martin’s discusses what's next for Dunk and Egg. Then, they sit down with showrunner Ira Parker to discuss what the tourney meant for Dunk, if Egg will ever escape his Targaryen lineage, and whether Dunk was really knighted by Ser Arlan – and if that even matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta break down the action-packed fifth episode of the series, where Dunk and Aerion face off in the Trial of Seven. Then, they talk with Director Owen Harris about the subversive way he filmed the sequence, staying inside Dunk’s point of view, and what it was like to go back in time to Dunk’s childhood in Flea Bottom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s time for a Trial of Seven. Jason and Greta sit down with Director Sarah Adina Smith to discuss the fourth episode, where Dunk prepares for battle. They talk about how Dunk has reached rock bottom, Sarah getting chills on set, and why she relates to Dunk's underdog story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta unpack the momentous third episode of the series, where we learn more about Egg. And to break it all down, they are joined by the young squire himself, Dexter Sol Ansell. They discuss that explosive final scene, shaving his head for the role, and how many gummy worms he ate on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnson break down "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" episode 2, focusing on Dunk's journey to honor Ser Arlan's legacy amidst the arrival of the Targaryen royal family. They interview Peter Claffey, who plays Ser Duncan, discussing his experience, the character's unique perspective as a smallfolk, and the "himbo" debate. Additionally, medieval historian Dr. Hugh Doherty offers insights into real-life knighthood, its costs, and the challenges faced by "hedge knights" in medieval society, drawing parallels to the show's gritty realism.
Jason and Greta discuss the series premiere and their first impressions of Ser Duncan “Dunk” the Tall and his young squire Egg. They talk with showrunner Ira Parker about what first drew him to this story and where Dunk stands in his knightly journey. Then, Jason and Greta sit down with composer Dan Romer, who shares how he created a unique musical landscape for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
To help get listeners ready for the new series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen are joined by George R.R. Martin, who created Westeros over three decades ago. They discuss what inspired George to write the original Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas and what knighthood means in this world. Jason and Greta also break down the trailer and play a new game called “Would You Knight It?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
It’s time to travel back to Westeros with The Game of Thrones Podcast: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they unpack all things knightly and unknightly in the new HBO original series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, with help from the show’s writers, cast, and crew. The first podcast episode launches January 12th with an exclusive interview from George R.R. Martin, the man who started it all. Then, starting January 18th, podcast episodes will come ou...
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnson delve into the wider Game of Thrones universe, eagerly anticipating the new HBO Original "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" and dissecting its plot, characters, and production. They also get excited about an upcoming Game of Thrones auction, detailing various iconic props and costumes up for bid. The episode features an insightful interview with Tommy Dunne, the official Game of Thrones weapons master, who shares his unique process of designing and crafting the show's legendary armaments.
Jason and Greta welcome showrunner Ryan Condal back on the podcast to answer more questions about the screen adaptation of Fire & Blood and the unique challenges of adapting the beloved George R.R. Martin book into the TV series House of the Dragon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Your ‘burning’ questions, answered! This week, Jason and Greta take fan questions. With help from Showrunner Ryan Condal, Medieval Historian Dr. Charles Farris, and Sound Designer Paula Fairfield, we get some epic answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta go deep on dragons and dragon riding with the Dragonseeds. They talk with Kieran Bew (Hugh), Tom Bennett (Ulf), and Clinton Liberty (Addam) about how to claim a dragon, Targaryen bastard wigs, and behind the scenes stories from set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the wake of that finale, Jason and Greta react to the entire second season and take stock of how each character ended up. They unpack how Rhaenyra and Alicent changed over time and then they talk with Fabien Frankel (Criston Cole) about imposter syndrome, existential dread, and Cole’s skin care regimen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta break down the season two finale. They are joined again by showrunner Ryan Condal to discuss that surprising reunion on Dragonstone and whether or not any of our characters can escape their fates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta unpack the game changing seventh episode of season two. They talk with showrunner Ryan Condal about the dramatic consequences of Rhaenyra’s dragonseed plan and the similarities between Daemon’s journey at Harrenhal and Jack Torrance in The Shining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta discuss the unrest in King’s Landing as they break down the sixth episode of the season. They talk with executive producer/co-head writer Sara Hess about Rhaenyra and Alicent reckoning with the patriarchy and later, they talk with Sonoya Mizuno (Mysaria) about her character’s evolving relationship with Rhaenyra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta take stock of all the key players at this point in the season and analyze the aftermath of the Battle at Rook’s Rest. They talk with Ewan Mitchell (Aemond Targaryen) about his character’s rise to power and how he was influenced by 80’s horror icons. Then director Clare Kilner shares behind-the-scenes stories of shooting the episode and creating an “artsy poem” on screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jason and Greta break down the epic fourth episode of the season. They talk with Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen) about her character’s fateful decision and later, with director/executive producer Alan Taylor on balancing the magic and horror of a battle between dragons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta dive into the third episode of the season. They talk with Bethany Antonia (Baela Targaryen) about dragon riding and Baela’s growing role on Team Black. Then director Geeta Vasant Patel shares how they approached shooting that final scene and offers her take on Daemon’s next moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason and Greta unpack the second episode of the season. They talk with Tom Glynn-Carney (King Aegon II) about his desire for war and later, Matthew Needham (Larys Strong) about his character’s new alliances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen discuss the explosive Season 2 premiere. They talk with Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower) and Phia Saban (Helaena Targaryen) about their tenuous position in King’s Landing and the crushing duties of being a mother and queen in this world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the last podcast episode before the Season 2 premiere, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen are joined once again by showrunner Ryan Condal. Together, they break down all the loose threads and shaky alliances from the end of Season 1. Jason and Greta also look ahead to Season 2 and make some predictions about where we may be headed—and who might not make it out alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen explore the greater world of Westeros. They discuss how George R.R. Martin took real history and “turned it up to 11” to create the bloody family feud in House of the Dragon. Then Jason and Greta are joined by Medieval Historian and Curator Charles Farris who consulted on Season 2 and helped bring that real world medieval grit to the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen go deep on the dragons of Westeros. Which team has which dragons? Which dragons are battle tested? And how much are they extensions of their riders? Jason and Greta also talk with Sound Designer Paula Fairfield, who creates the dragons’ voices using the sounds of dolphins, bison, birds, and whales. Then Jason and Greta make their picks for the first-ever House of the Dragon: Dragon Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
In the first podcast episode of the new season, hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen are joined by showrunner Ryan Condal who teases where we’re going in Season 2 of House of the Dragon. Our hosts then analyze the latest trailer and casting news. And in revisiting key moments from Season 1, they ask: what went so wrong between Rhaenyra and Alicent? And is war really inevitable? Plus, Greta gives us a Westerosi TMZ recap of the first season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
The HBO Original Series House of the Dragon is back with Season 2 and so is The Official Game of Thrones Podcast. Join hosts Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen as they dive into the world of Westeros, break down every episode, and get behind-the-scenes intel from the show’s writers, cast, and crew. New podcast episodes launch May 22nd to get you up to speed on everything before the Season 2 premiere June 16th. It’s time for everyone to pick a side: Team Green or Team Black? Which will you choose...
Jason and Greta host the first ever Game of Thrones Fan Convention where they speak to stars from Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. Then they’re joined by Kit Harington (who plays Jon Snow -- ever heard of him?) for a live podcast episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
