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268 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17.9K ratingsThe Ringer’s Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion return to take their signature deep dives into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, covering all 23 films!
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S7E7: The Dragon and the Wolf | Game of Thrones
August 31, 2017 07:08 - 1 hour - 104 MBMallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 7, “The Dragon and the Wolf,” by exploring the episode's central theme, unions (9:00), before breaking down the rules of succession in Westeros and Jon’s claim to the Iron Throne (77:00). Finally, they crown their champions (94:00).
S7E6: Beyond the Wall | Game of Thrones
August 24, 2017 00:10 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBMallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 6, “Beyond the Wall,” by unpacking the episode’s central theme, the burden of destiny (9:00). Later, they break down the Long Night, the Last Hero, and other pertinent history beyond the Wall (68:00), before crowning a new dragon owner as the episode’s champion (85:00).
S7E5: Eastwatch | Game of Thrones
August 17, 2017 03:52 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBMallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 5, “Eastwatch," through the lens of desperation, the episode’s central theme (13:00). Later, they break down the importance of R+L=J (65:00) and what it could mean for the episode’s champion (83:00).
S7E4: The Spoils of War | Game of Thrones
August 10, 2017 05:18 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBMallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 4, “The Spoils of War,” by exploring the reckonings various characters experienced throughout the episode (14:00). Then, they delve into the backstory of the elite sellswords from the Golden Company (60:00) before awarding the champion’s purse to a pair of high flyers (75:00).
S7E3: The Queen’s Justice | Game of Thrones
August 03, 2017 03:59 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBMallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss 'Game of Thrones' Season 7, Episode 3, “The Queen’s Justice,” by exploring its central theme of symbolism vs. substance (9:30) and the history of "preparing for winter" (53:30) before awarding the champion's purse to a tactician of vengeance (66:00).
S7E2: Stormborn | Game of Thrones
July 27, 2017 01:51 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBThe Ringer’s Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 2, “Stormborn,” by exploring its central theme, the shifting sands and changing plans (13:00), before taking a deeper look into the book prophecy regarding Dany’s "three treasons" (57:00) and crowning the episode’s champion (68:00).
S7E1: Dragonstone | Game of Thrones
July 20, 2017 02:33 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBThe Ringer’s Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7, Episode 1, “Dragonstone,” by unpacking its central theme: All of this has happened before; all of this will happen again (9:30). They also go in deep on the Citadel (43:00) before crowning the episode’s champion (63:00).
S6E1: The Red Woman | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:47 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Episode 1, "The Red Woman," by unpacking its central theme: improvising (9:30). They also share the book version of the Dornish plot (38:00) and crown a free agent as the episode’s champion (53:00).
S6E2: Home | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:46 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Episode 2, "Home," by examining its central theme: teamwork (10:00). They also break down the theories behind Tyrion’s parentage (42:00) before crowning a dead body as the episode’s champion (45:00).
S6E3: Oathbreaker | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:45 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Episode 3, "Oathbreaker," by analyzing its central theme: leaps of faith (7:00). They also study the backstory of the Prince That Was Promised (41:00) before crowning a mourning son as the episode’s champion (58:00).
S6E4: Book of the Stranger | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:44 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Episode 4, "Book of the Stranger," by reviewing its central theme: negotiating in bad faith (8:00). They also detail the history of the dosh khaleen (36:00) before crowning a queen as the episode’s champion (49:00).
S6E5: The Door | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:43 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Episode 5, "The Door," by exploring its central theme: great power, great responsibility (13:00). They also consider the book versions of Bran’s visions (43:00) before crowning an emerging leader as the episode’s champion (56:00).
S6E6: Blood of My Blood | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:42 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6, Episode 6, "Blood of My Blood," by examining its central theme: the family you choose (8:00). They also study the book version of Coldhands (31:00) before crowning a rebellious son as the episode’s champion (46:00).
S6E7: The Broken Man | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:41 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6, Episode 7, "The Broken Man," by unpacking its central theme: when the lost cause is the just cause (8:00). They also detail the Blackfish’s history (32:00) before crowning a fierce head of house as the episode’s champion (45:00).
S6E8: No One | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:41 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6, Episode 8, "No One," by reviewing its central theme: heel turns (8:00). They also explain the history of the Trial of Seven (29:00) before crowning someone as the episode’s champion (43:00).
S6E9: Battle of the Bastards | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:41 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6, Episode 9, "Battle of the Bastards," by exploring its central theme: redemption (8:00). They also break down the history of great bastards (40:00) before crowning a whole house as the episode’s champion (53:00).
S6E10: The Winds of Winter | Game of Thrones
July 12, 2017 23:40 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season, 6 Episode 10, "The Winds of Winter," by analyzing its central theme: promises kept (25:00). They also consider the backstory behind the Tower of Joy (13:00) before crowning a pair of trusting siblings as the episode’s champions (67:00).
S5E1: The Wars to Come | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:10 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 1, "The Wars to Come," by exploring its central theme: tough conversations (8:00). They also dissect the backstory behind Cersei’s prophecy (30:00) before crowning a conspirator as the episode’s champion (45:00).
S5E2: The House of Black and White | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:09 - 49 minutes - 45 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 2, "The House of Black and White," by unpacking its central theme: temptation (8:30). They also study the history of elections (33:00) before crowning a new leader as the episode’s champion (46:00).
S5E3: High Sparrow | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:08 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 3, "High Sparrow," by analyzing its central theme: seeking vengeance (8:30). They also review the history of Volantis (30:00) before crowning a queen as the episode’s champion (44:00).
S5E4: Sons of the Harpy | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:07 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 4, "Sons of the Harpy," by breaking down its central theme: the bill comes due (7:00). They also study Barristan’s history (32:00) before crowning a resurgent force as the episode’s champion (47:00).
S5E5: Kill the Boy | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:06 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 5, "Kill the Boy," by examining its central theme: revolutionary thinking (7:30). They also detail the history of Old Valyria and greyscale (26:00) before crowning the episode’s champion (38:00).
S5E6: Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:05 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 6, "Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken," by parsing its central theme: idealism and extremism (12:00). They also consider the backstory behind Braavos and the Faceless Men (31:00) before crowning a rising pupil as the episode's champion (45:00).
S5E7: The Gift | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:04 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 7, "The Gift," by analyzing its central theme: taking chances (9:00). They also relate the history of the Faith Militant (34:00) before crowning a man of the gods as the episode’s champion (46:00).
S5E8: Hardhome | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:03 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 8, "Hardhome," by breaking down its central theme: understanding the stakes (7:30). They also explain the backstory of the book versions of the Night King and Hardhome (33:00) before crowning a fierce fighter as the episode’s champion (46:00).
S5E9: The Dance of Dragons | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:02 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 9, "The Dance of Dragons," by unpacking its central theme: sacrifice (9:00). They also delve into the history of how to kill a dragon (40:00) before crowning a first-time episode champion (57:00).
S5E10: Mother’s Mercy | Game of Thrones
July 03, 2017 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 5 Episode 10, "Mother’s Mercy," by examining its central theme: hatred (16:00). They also review the backstory behind the walk of atonement (48:00), before crowning a repeat episode champion (58:00).
S4E1: Two Swords | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:22 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 1, "Two Swords," by unpacking its central theme: the new normal that doesn't really exist anymore (6:00). They also explain the history of Valyrian steel (30:00) before crowning a debut character as the episode’s champion (41:30).
S4E2: The Lion and the Rose | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:21 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 2, "The Lion and the Rose," by exploring its central theme: spectacle (21:00). They also review the history of poisons (15:30) before crowning a successful plotter as the episode’s champion (12:00).
S4E3: Breaker of Chains | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:21 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 3, "Breaker of Chains," by examining its central theme: protection (12:00). They also break down the rest of Westeros’s relationship with Dorne (29:30) before crowning the episode’s champion (40:30).
S4E4: Oathkeeper | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:20 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 4, "Oathkeeper," by dissecting its central theme: the pawns on the board (7:00). They also relate the backstory behind the Lands of Always Winter (29:30) before crowning a conqueror as the episode’s champion (41:30).
S4E5: First of His Name | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:19 - 44 minutes - 41 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 5, "First of His Name," by analyzing its central theme: not being ready yet (7:30). They also consider the backstory behind the Lannister gold mine (31:00) before crowning a fighter as the episode’s champion (40:30).
S4E6: The Laws of Gods and Men | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:19 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 6, "The Laws of Gods and Men," by parsing its central theme: the process of government (6:00). They also detail the history of the Iron Bank (30:00) before crowning a master negotiator as the episode’s champion (38:00).
S4E7: Mockingbird | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:18 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 7, "Mockingbird," by probing its central theme: obsession (7:30). They also delve into the backstory of Littlefinger’s upbringing (26:30) before crowning a longtime lover as the episode’s champion (37:00).
S4E8: The Mountain and the Viper | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:18 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 8, "The Mountain and the Viper," by unpacking its central theme: vulnerability (8:30). They also study the best fighters in Westeros (33:30) before crowning the episode’s champion (46:00).
S4E9: The Watchers on the Wall | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:16 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 9, "The Watchers on the Wall," by breaking down its central theme: fighting for the cause (6:00). They also explore the history of the Wall and why to attack it at Castle Black (30:30) before crowning a repeat champion (40:00).
S4E10: The Children | Game of Thrones
June 26, 2017 07:14 - 50 minutes - 46 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 4 Episode 10, "The Children," by analyzing its central theme: destiny (9:30). They also provide the backstory of the Three-Eyed Raven (33:00) before crowning the episode’s champion (45:30).
S3E1: Valar Dohaeris | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:45 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 1, "Valar Dohaeris," by examining its central theme: politics as combat (6:00). They also discuss the backstory of White Walkers (29:00) before crowning the first episode champion of the season (39:00).
S3E2: Dark Wings, Dark Words | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:45 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 2, "Dark Wings, Dark Words," by analyzing its central theme: reality checks (5:00). They also explain the history of warging (25:00) before crowning a pair of powerful women as the episode’s champions (36:30).
S3E3: Walk of Punishment | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:44 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 3, "Walk of Punishment," by unpacking its central theme: the fragility of strength (8:00). They also provide the backstory of the Unsullied (26:30) before crowning the episode’s champions (38:30).
S3E4: And Now His Watch Is Ended | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:44 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 4, "And Now His Watch Is Ended," by breaking down its central theme: freelancing and breaking norms (8:00). They also detail the history of the Brotherhood Without Banners (24:30) before crowning a shrewd bargainer as the episode’s champion (35:30).
S3E5: Kissed by Fire | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:43 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 5, "Kissed by Fire," by reviewing its central theme: hard choices (7:30). They also explain the history of the Karstarks (35:30) before crowning a new lover as the episode’s champion (40:00).
S3E6: The Climb | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:42 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 6, "The Climb," by analyzing its central theme: making deals and setting traps (6:00). They also relate the history of the Tullys, Freys, and Riverlands (27:30) before crowning a new group as the episode’s champions (36:30).
S3E7: The Bear and the Maiden Fair | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:42 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 7, "The Bear and the Maiden Fair," by examining its central theme: thinking with your heart (or the other head) (8:00). They also provide the backstory of Slaver’s Bay (27:00) before crowning a reluctant rescuer as the episode’s champion (35:00).
S3E8: Second Sons | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:41 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 8, "Second Sons," by exploring its central theme: committing (6:00). They also relate the backstory behind dragonglass (26:30) before crowning one of its wielders as the episode’s champion (35:30).
S3E9: The Rains of Castamere | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:40 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 9, "The Rains of Castamere," by studying its central theme: ruthlessness. They also discuss the practice of guest rights (9:00) before crowning the Seven Kingdoms’ best letter-writer as the episode’s champion (54:00).
S3E10: Mhysa | Game of Thrones
June 19, 2017 08:40 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 3 Episode 10, "Mhysa," by analyzing its central theme: homecoming (8:10). They also consider the history of the Nightfort (32:40) before crowning a repeat episode champion in a season finale (42:00).
S2E1: The North Remembers | Game of Thrones
June 12, 2017 08:10 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 2, Episode 1, "The North Remembers," by unpacking its central theme: flexing, or shows of power and/or the facade of power (6:00). They also explore the history of Dragonstone and the rules of succession (24:30) before crowning a new character as the episode’s champion (34:00).
S2E2: The Night Lands | Game of Thrones
June 12, 2017 08:09 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 2, Episode 2, "The Night Lands," by parsing its central theme: identity, and how characters are perceived by both themselves and others (5:30). They also break down the backstory of the Greyjoy Rebellion and Iron Islands culture (22:20) before crowning a fan favorite as the episode’s champion (30:30).
S2E3: What Is Dead May Never Die | Game of Thrones
June 12, 2017 08:08 - 38 minutes - 35 MBThe Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss “Game of Thrones” Season 2, Episode 3, "What Is Dead May Never Die," by analyzing its central theme: lessons, from both mentor-protégé relationships and broader teachable moments (5:10). They also explain the history of maesters and the disappearance of magic (22:10) before crowning a new player in the Game of Thrones as the episode’s champion (31:00).