Casterly Talk
377 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 159 ratingsEnter the world of Westeros with host Ken Napzok (ForceCenter, The Napzok File, Pop Rockin' Radio) and other special guests. Game of Thrones rewatches, discussion, speculation, news, and House of the Dragon. Everything in the world of Ice and Fire from Dragons to Khaleesi to Tyrion Lannister to Jon Snow and the entire population of the epic George R.R. Martin books that inspired the HBO TV Universe. Plus looks at other fantasy properties like Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power and Willow!
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Inside the House of the Dragon Season 2 Teaser Trailer - EP 175
December 05, 2023 03:49 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBThe House of the Dragon Season 2 teaser trailer is here and so is Casterly Talk! The podcast returns with a round table discussion on the themes, action, and imagery that arrived in the trailer like a dragon flying into war! Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz are joined by special guests on the 175th edition of Casterly Talk. Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Subscribe to Casterly Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Sta...
DUNK AND EGG SERIES COMING - Game of Thrones News - Casterly Talk - EP 174
April 21, 2023 03:11 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBCatch-up with all the latest Game of Thrones news! House of the Dragon loses some episodes! Will we see Aegon's conquest? And Dunk and Egg goes straight to series! Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz go inside the headlines on the 174th edition of Casterly Talk. Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Su...
THE FUTURE OF WILLOW: The Wait For Season 2 - Casterly Talk - EP 173
March 23, 2023 04:08 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBWhat is the future of WILLOW?! From heartbreaking reports of cancellation, to a joyous statement of patience, it's been a rollercoaster of emotions for fans of our favorite sorcerer. Alden & our Willow crew reassemble for a discussion about the TV landscape, Jon Kasdan's eloquent clarification, why this series matters right now, what we hope to see down the road, & more. Join us here on the 173rd edition of Casterly Talk! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We...
MORE MIDDLE-EARTH MOVIES? - Casterly Talk - EP 172
February 24, 2023 04:19 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBWarner Bros and New Line are looking to make more movies set in Middle-Earth! House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power get some fun nominations! Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz discuss all that plus take a look at possible movie ideas and celebrate Hot Pie on the 172nd edition of Casterly Talk. Order Ken's book, Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Love-Star-Wars/dp/1642500003/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1670464796&sr=8-1 Support the show with a donat...
What Made Us Love Game of Thrones?- Casterly Talk - EP 171
February 10, 2023 05:19 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWhat made us love Game of Thrones? The music, the moments, and the hype! What pulled us in? Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Nicky Kumar discuss all that and more on the 171st edition of Casterly Talk. Order Ken's book, Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Love-Star-Wars/dp/1642500003/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1670464796&sr=8-1 Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Follow Ken: https://twitter.com/KenNapzok ...
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON AND RINGS OF POWER NEWS - Casterly Talk - EP 170
January 27, 2023 06:48 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBLets play catch-up! There's a lot to discuss in the worlds of House of the Dragon and Rings of Power! Golden Globes, Emmy nominations, and season two directors! Ken Napzok and Alden take a look at all that & more on the 170th edition of Casterly Talk. Order Ken's book, Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Love-Star-Wars/dp/1642500003/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1670464796&sr=8-1 Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4...
WILLOW - SEASON 1 RECAP DISCUSSION - Casterly Talk LIVE - EP 169
January 20, 2023 07:04 - 2 hours - 135 MBThe season is over and it's time to look back at the first volume of WILLOW! Join Alden Diaz and an all-star group as they celebrate the moments, lessons, and memories of WILLOW. All that & more on the 169th edition of Casterly Talk. Stay tuned for more Willow conversations! Order Ken's book, Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Love-Star-Wars/dp/1642500003/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1670464796&sr=8-1 Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/do...
WILLOW - Season Finale: "Children Of The Wyrm" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 168
January 13, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn today's new episode, we've assembled a questing party to close out our WILLOW discussion series! Join Alden, Nicky, Chase Hauser, and the returning Ken Napzok for Episode 8, "Children Of The Wyrm." What were the final lessons for each of our core heroes? How do characters like Kit & Elora fulfill their greatest potential? What does the journey mean for Willow's entire emotional arc? And what does the show do to explore the theme of mutual support? We'll miss this show, and we're crossing ...
WILLOW - Episode 7: "Beyond the Shattered Sea" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 167
January 06, 2023 02:57 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBIn today's new episode, Alden & Nicky return to discuss the seventh episode of WILLOW, "Beyond the Shattered Sea." How does this epic fantasy adventure push our characters beyond their insecurities? How does the sisterhood of Elora & Kit continue to grow? What is the show saying through its exploration of Willow's family trauma? And how GREAT was that big romantic scene? We're in love with these characters. All that & more on the 167th edition of Casterly Talk. Stay tuned for more Willow conv...
WILLOW - Episode 6: "Prisoners of Skellin" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 166
December 29, 2022 22:58 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBIn today's new episode, Alden is joined by friend of the show & first time guest Maggie Boccella to discuss the sixth episode of WILLOW, "Prisoners of Skellin." How does this story expand the themes of legacy & trauma? What does Kit's journey mean within the context of classic fantasy tropes? What is the show saying about found family & hidden sibling relationships? And how much do we love middle-management trolls? All that & more on the 166th edition of Casterly Talk. Stay tuned for more Wil...
WILLOW - Episode 5: "Wildwood" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 165
December 22, 2022 21:42 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBIn today's new episode, Alden & Nicky return for an enchanted forest celebration! That's right, friends. It's time to kick back, drink, and feast in WILLOW - Episode 5: "Wildwood." All of our characters face essential questions of identity, truth, love, rebirth, pain, & beyond. How do younger generations synthesize the deeds of the past? How do heroes embody & defeat cycles of violence? And how many shades are there to each member of our party? All that & more on the 165th edition of Casterly...
WILLOW - Episode 4: "The Whispers of Nockmaar" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 164
December 15, 2022 05:27 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBIn today's new episode, Alden is joined by friend of the show & Willow expert Adam Collins for the newest installment of the adventure: "Chapter IV: The Whispers of Nockmaar." Join us as we discuss the fear, the horror, and the individual challenges of this haunted house episode. How do each of our characters face their inner demons? How do we reconcile our personal journeys with the weight of our origins? And how do the new lore revelations speak to the themes of choice? All that & more on t...
Jon Snow After The Song of Ice and Fire - Casterly Talk - EP 163
December 14, 2022 01:37 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBIn today's new episode, Ken and Alden pop on to discuss all the recent talks around the potential Jon Snow series including Kit Harrington's comments at the Official Game of Thrones Fan Convention. All that & more on the 163rd edition of Casterly Talk. Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Follow Casterly Talk: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Lis...
WILLOW - Episode 3: "The Battle of the Slaughtered Lamb" Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 162
December 08, 2022 03:36 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBIn today's new episode, Alden & Nicky return for the newest installment of WILLOW on Disney Plus: "Chapter III: The Battle of the Slaughtered Lamb." Join us as we discuss the fear, the struggles, and the trials that permeate all of our characters' journeys. How does the idea of insecurity play into this fantasy? How do we harness life's milestones & learn to value each other? And how much do we love how METAL this episode is? All that & more on the 162nd edition of Casterly Talk. Stay tuned f...
WILLOW SEASON PREMIERE: Episodes 1 & 2 Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 161
December 01, 2022 05:43 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBIn today's new episode, Alden & Ken are kicking off our exploration of the new WILLOW series on Disney+! Join us as we discuss the characters & themes of the first two episodes. How do questions of fear, duty, love, responsibility, & isolation linger over our new heroes? How do decisions of the past establish a quest of generational change? And what is our beloved sorcerer up to years after he first harnessed magic? All that & more on the 161st edition of Casterly Talk. Stay tuned for more Wi...
WILLOW (1988) Movie Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 160
November 27, 2022 20:37 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBIn today's new episode, Alden & Nicky are kicking off our journey with WILLOW! Before the new series premieres on Disney+, we wanted to go back & explore the original 1988 George Lucas & Ron Howard adventure. What did we learn from the great sorcerer's first quest? How does the film explore themes of hope, arrogance, ingenuity, & change? How did Lucasfilm present classic fantasy elements in unique ways? What is it saying about the potential of children & the fight for the future? All that & m...
RINGS, DRAGONS, AND WILLOW! - Casterly Talk - EP 159
November 18, 2022 04:51 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBRings, Dragons, annddddd Willow! That's right, let's start looking ahead to the forth coming Willow series on Disney + plus continue our look back at seasons one of Rings of Power and Casterly Talk n on the 159th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Nick Kumar. Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hos...
House of the Dragon Listener Calls! - Casterly Talk - EP 158
November 03, 2022 22:22 - 1 hour - 43 MBIt's a podcast-only version of the show and Ken is here to catch up on listener calls with great thoughts about season one of House of the Dragon. Catch it all right here on the 158th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken on Patreon: https:...
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - SEASON ONE RECAP - Casterly Talk - EP 157
October 28, 2022 04:08 - 2 hours - 103 MBSeason One of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON is in the books, so let us look back at the lessons learned, the power plays made, and the dancing of those dragons. It's a look back at season one at House of the Dragon on the 157th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, Nick Kumar, and Lauren Romo. Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.pay...
THE BLACK QUEEN - House of the Dragon discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 156
October 24, 2022 06:01 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBDawn has broken on Dragonstone and with it comes the news from Rhaenys herself – King Viserys I is dead and Rhaenrya’s succession has not just been challenged, it has been usurped. King Aegon II sits on the Iron Throne in King’s Landing and Rhaenrya Targaryen must decide what to do next – even as she experiences a traumatic and excruciating stillbirth. Honor, justice, and ambition sit at the center of this episode as many on Dragonstone want to follow Daemon’s rage into war, but Rhaenrya has ...
RINGS OF POWER - SEASON 1 - LIVE DISCUSSION - Casterly Talk - EP 155
October 21, 2022 03:59 - 2 hours - 108 MBThe first season of RINGS OF POWER is complete, so let's look back at the show to discuss the reveals, the choices, the themes, and look forward to the coming seasons! Let's dive into it all on a LIVE episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, Rachel Cushing Levine, and Nicky Kumar Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com...
THE GREEN COUNCIL - House of the Dragon discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 154
October 18, 2022 02:03 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBThere is a beast beneath the boards and the death of Viserys I has ushered in a tension-filled, King’s Landing thriller. As the ruling class of the realm claw for power and race against each other to find the possible future and unworthy King, the people of King’s Landing are stuck underneath the feet of the powerful. Chaos has set in and everyone in the realm is using everything they can – arms, legs… and even feet – to climb that ladder… Let's dive into the 9th episode of HOUSE OF THE DRAG...
RINGS OF POWER FINALE DISCUSSION - EP 8 "Alloyed" - Casterly Talk - EP 153
October 14, 2022 22:08 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBIt's a race against time as the era of the Elves begins to fade. Answers are revealed, and new questions are raised, as our heroes struggle to craft a means of survival while evil looms. That is the core struggle of THE RINGS OF POWER SEASON 1 FINALE! How do we choose who WE want to be? How does the past define us? How do we let go? What's the difference between a journey and an adventure? And how do we persevere when we've been so brutally deceived? These are just some of the core questions ...
LORD OF THE TIDES - House of the Dragon Episode 8 Discussion - Casterly Talk - Ep 152
October 10, 2022 20:41 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBThe 8th episode of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON brought more family drama, infighting, and a plea for peace. Will the last wishes of KING VISERYS I be heard? Let's dive into the 152nd episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok , Alden Diaz, and Rachel Cushing Levine Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282...
RINGS OF POWER DISCUSSION - EPISODE 7 "The Eye" - Casterly Talk - EP 151
October 07, 2022 23:24 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBFire reigns from the sky, and a new land of shadow has been created! That's right, friends - MORDOR is here. How do we find new layers of hope, resolve, & restored purpose amidst our most crushing failures? That is the core of this key, character-building installment of THE RINGS OF POWER. An unexpected alliance forms between Galadriel and the young soldier-in-the-making, Theo. There we confront questions of good deeds vs. dark hearts, all of which intimately connect to the battle between fat...
DRIFTMARK - House of the Dragon - EP 7 discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 150
October 03, 2022 06:31 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBWhat is stronger, blood or a name? That big question hangs over the seventh episode of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON as all of the unresolved issues, trauma, and whispered machinations come to a head as the next generation starts to quite literally tear each other apart. King Viserys I is clearly on his last legs and his long-held desire to keep the realm and, more importantly, his family together is slipping away from him as the truth of everything can no longer be avoided. Securing legacies, strength...
RINGS OF POWER DISCUSSION - EPISODE 6 Udûn - Casterly Talk - EP 149
September 30, 2022 22:37 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBThe battle has come… and darkness with it. How far can you go into the darkness until you lose the light? That is the central question at the center of the biggest episode yet of Rings of Power. Adar and Arondir lead their respective forces in a battle over the very future of the Southlands and both lean on Elven traditions and the defiance of death to do so. It’s a fine line between light and dark as Bronwyn and the villagers stand their ground, the Armies of Númenor ride to their aide to fa...
THE PRINCESS AND THE QUEEN - House of the Dragon - Casterly Talk - EP 148
September 27, 2022 03:29 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBHOUSE OF THE DRAGON makes the big leap forward -- ten years to be exact -- and Episode 6, The Princess and The Queen, almost serves as a second pilot. Did the big switch in time and cast work, what themes jumped out, and what about those power moves and dramatic deaths? There is a lot to discuss so let's dig in on the 148th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Andres Cabrera. Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love St...
RINGS OF POWER - EPISODE 5 DISCUSSION - CASTERLY TALK - EP 147
September 24, 2022 01:07 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBChoices, choices, choices. Every person, every leader, every ruler, and every head of the pack has big decisions in front of them in this episode of Amazon Prime's LORD OF THE RINGS: RINGS OF POWER and all of it flows back into the critical question of What. Is. Good? How do you decide what is good? This is a journey through the world's light and darkness, and each path presents these choices. So from Elrond and Prince Durin. The low-born people of the Southlands. The high-born people of Num...
House of the Dragon and Rings of Power Mid-season report! - Casterly Talk LIVE!
September 23, 2022 01:40 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBHouse of the Dragon and Rings of Power have both hit their mid-season points, so let's pause and take a look back at both of the initial seasons thus far. Plus, your questions -- LIVE! Join Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, Nicky Kumar and Lauren Romo! Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken ...
WE LIGHT THE WAY - HOUSE OF THE DRAGON EP 5 DISCUSSION - Casterly Talk - EP 5
September 19, 2022 05:51 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBDeath, Duty, Legacy, and the question of who will you be remembered as hangs over the realm in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON's fifth episode WE LIGHT THE WAY. King Viserys I's failing health has him contemplating all of these big questions as he sets in motion a plan to wed his heir Rhaenrya to Laenor Velrayon and hopefully secure his line, his family, and the Targaryen dynasty. But everyone else is trying to answer the question of who they will be and perhaps none more than Alicent Hightower -- who fo...
RINGS OF POWER - EPISODE FOUR DISCUSSION - Casterly Talk - EP 144
September 17, 2022 00:26 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBFate, legacy, parents and children, and determining the best way forward! All of these big themes and more are at the center of a lore-heavy episode of Rings of Power. Big decisions are being made and we're one step closer to even bigger revelations. Dive in for a deeper discussion on the 144th episode of Casterly Talk and the third episode of our Rings of Power Reviews with Ken Napzok and Rachel Cushing Levine Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book...
KING OF THE NARROW SEA - House of the Dragon Discussion - Casterly Talk EP 143
September 12, 2022 05:49 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBLet's look deeper into episode 4 of House of the Dragon! Duty and desire are at the heart of an intimate episode directed wonderfully by Clare Kilner. The Rogue Prince has returned, but is it as a changed man? Rhaenrya gets the desires she wants but at a great cost to herself. Alicent is all alone with a King craving connection but turning away from the ones he has. And Otto Hightower makes a big powerplay. So much duty. So much desire! Let's dig in on the 143rd episode of Casterly Talk with ...
RINGS OF POWER - Episodes 3 Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 142
September 10, 2022 01:45 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBAdar! It means Father and the idea of fatherhood, family, home and discovering (or hiding) your true identity are just some of the themes at play in the third episode of RINGS OF POWER. Plus, we have a lot of fun predicting and speculating to do! It's all here on the 142nd episode of Casterly Talk and the second episode of our Rings of Power Reviews with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Rachel Cushing Levine Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We ...
SECOND OF HIS NAME - House of the Dragon discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 141
September 05, 2022 05:26 - 55 minutes - 44.4 MBLet's look deeper into episode 3 of House of the Dragon, the Greg Yaitanes directed Second Of His Name. With themes of rebirth, self-worth, and making choices for yourself, the episode is ripe for discussion. Let's dig in on the 141st episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Andres Cabrera Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://...
MORE OF RINGS OF POWER! - KEN CHECKS IN - Casterly Talk - EP 140
September 03, 2022 20:11 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBDue to some technical problems, Ken Napzok couldn't register his thoughts on the first two episodes of Rings of Power, so here he is in an audio-only episode to share all of his thoughts, loves, and reactions to the episodes. Did the world NEED his thoughts? No -- but here they are on the 140th episode of Casterly Talk Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donat...
RINGS OF POWER - Episodes 1 & 2 Discussion - Casterly Talk - EP 139
September 03, 2022 00:35 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBThe first two episodes of Rings of Power are out and they're full of beauty, wonder, themes, and the battle of good versus evil. But did the show pull off the impossible -- balancing the demands of a general audience and the dedicated fans of the property? Let's find out! Dig in on the 139th episode of Casterly Talk and the first episode of our Rings of Power Reviews with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Rachel Cushing Levine Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order ...
THE ROGUE PRINCE - House of the Dragon - EP 2
August 29, 2022 05:56 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThe second episode of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - THE ROGUE PRINCE -- has brought with it some classic GAME OF THRONES tension and character moments full of important themes about worth, communication, and the way of things. Dig in on the 138th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Rachel Cushing Levine Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donatio...
RINGS OF POWER AND HOUSE OF THE DRAGON QUESTIONS - Casterly Talk LIVE - EP 137
August 26, 2022 01:40 - 1 hour - 65 MBA new trailer for Rings of Power has people excited! House of the Dragon has people talking! So let's take your questions about it all? Dig in on the 137th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Lauren Romo Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken on Patreon: https...
HEIRS OF THE DRAGON - House of the Dragon - EP 1
August 22, 2022 06:04 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBThe tale of the Targaryen civil war has begun! House of the Dragon's first episode - Heirs of the Dragon -- is here and with it a large collection of big themes, violent moments, and lore revelations. Dig in on the 136th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and Andres Cabrera Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com...
FINAL PREDICTIONS BEFORE HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - Casterly Talk - EP 135
August 19, 2022 00:48 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBIt's our last episode before House of the Dragon arrives! Let's get settled in, decide who we want (or don't want) to watch the show with, and make some wild, final predictions before it all begins! Dig in on the 135th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok, Alden Diaz, and more! Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hos...
GOING INTO HOUSE OF THE DRAGON HEART FIRST - Casterly Talk - EP 134
August 12, 2022 23:09 - 26 minutes - 21.6 MBIt's the calm before the storm! It's a quiet reflection on the joys of falling deeply into the stories and worlds that we love. What are you excited for as HOuse of the Dragon and Rings of Power approach?! Dig in on the 134thepisode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok! Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3C...
WHAT DRAGONS WILL WE SEE? - Casterly Talk - EP 133
August 04, 2022 23:59 - 1 hour - 51 MBHOUSE OF THE DRAGON and RINGS OF POWER are right around the corner -- so let's talk about both shows, the characters, the themes, and, yes, the business of streaming and how the recent news around BATGIRL and HBO MAX might affect the next installment of GAME OF THRONES... or not! Dig in on the 133rd episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/164250...
Comic-Con 2022 Wrap-up - Casterly Talk - EP 132
July 27, 2022 03:05 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBLet's look back on the big San Diego Comic-Con weekend for House of the Dragon and Rings of Power with special guests Alex and Mollie Damon of Star Wars Explained. What were the big reveals, takeaways, and highlights? Let's discuss all this and more on the 132nd episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Follow Casterly Talk on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CasterlyTalk Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donat...
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON OFFICIAL TRAILER - CASTERLY TALK - EP 131
July 21, 2022 02:58 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBThe House of the Dragon Official Trailer has dropped and we're here to discuss the big moments, fiery reveals, and important themes. Let's dive in on the 131st episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kennapzok Merchandise at https://www.teepublic.com/user...
LORD THE RINGS: RINGS OF POWER MAIN TRAILER DISCUSSION - Casterly Talk - EP 130
July 14, 2022 23:13 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power is around the corner and it's finally time to enter the Second Age of Middle-Earth on Casterly Talk. What were the moments that popped, the questions we have, and what are the themes at play in the forthcoming series on Amazon Prime? We discuss all this and more on the 130th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://ww...
GEORGE RR MARTIN AND HIS ENDING - Casterly Talk - EP 129
July 14, 2022 23:08 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBGeorge RR Martin and his mythical ending to A Song of Ice and Fire is back in the news cycle -- but let's go beyond the clickbait to discuss what George really wrote on his Not A Blog. It's another George RR Martin book-writing discussion on the 129th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken...
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON IN ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY - Casterly Talk - EP 128
July 14, 2022 23:03 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBHouse of the Dragon is almost here and Entertainment Weekly has released a deep, insightful article on the forthcoming series along with photos, a video package, and more. The hype is real and the Targaryen dragons are on the way. So let's dive in on the 128th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and Alden Diaz!! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Su...
MOCKINGBIRD - Game of Thrones Rewatch - CT EP 127
July 01, 2022 19:45 - 49 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Game of Thrones Rewatch continues with a look at Oberyn's big, inspiring moment, The Hound and Arya connecting, the lies of power, and Baelish's ideas on protection all leading back to just one person -- him. It's a look back at Game of Thrones, Season 4, Episode 7 - MOCKINGBIRD Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3CY4QLLENN282 Support Ken on Patreon: https://www.p...
Kit and Jon Snow - Together Again! - Casterly Talk - EP 126
June 24, 2022 20:50 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBJon Snow is in the news again and this time we've got additional info from Emilia Clarke and George RR Martin himself! So let's keep the conversation going plus a look at House of the Dragon, the new Orcs in Rings of Power, and more. Let's dive in on the 126th episode of Casterly Talk with Ken Napzok and special guest Alden Diaz!! Order Ken's book Why We Love Star Wars: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642500003/... Support the show with a donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3C...