Radio Westeros ASOIAF Podcast
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 839 ratingsGeorge RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire (ASoIaF) novels are our focus; now covering HBO's House of the Dragon. Analysis and theories, readings, adverts from Westeros, music from the fandom, guests, and more, with your hosts yolkboy and Lady Gwynhyfvar. Radio Westeros is the only radio station this side of Asshai... Spoilers all books!
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Radio Westeros E85 - Night's Watch- Foundation and Lore
March 29, 2024 11:00 - 2 hours - 139 MBWe explore the history of the Night's Watch, from its foundation in the Age Heroes up to the Conquest. Along the way we look at the Wall and its castles, notable past members, the culture of the organization and its real life and literary inspirations. Support us on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E84 - Nymeria and the Rhoynar
February 29, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBThe odyssey of Nymeria and the Rhoynar is one of the great Westerosi legends and we begin our exploration of the third great migration from Essos with a look at Rhoynish history and culture, as well as their inevitable bloody clash with dragonlords of Old Valyria. Then we trace the voyage of the Ten Thousand Ships as they wandered for years around the fringes of the Summer Sea before finally making landfall in Dorne. We conclude the episode with a look at what happened next and its impact on ...
Radio Westeros E83 - w/History of Westeros - Dance of the Dragons, part 6
December 30, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBIn the sixth installment of our series with History of Westeros on the Dance of the Dragons, House Targaryen reaches its lowest point yet and the action ends up back where we started - at the Red Keep. Also the Battle of the Kings Road claims the life of the ambitious and furious Storm Lord, and the muppets head to King's Landing. Support us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E82 - The Andals
November 30, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 146 MBWe continue our loose series on the various ethnic groups of Westeros with a deep dive on the Andals and the Andal invasion, the second mass human migration from Essos into Westeros, and arguably the most impactful. We look at their history, culture, religion and the reasons they went to Westeros and why they succeeded once they got there, tracing the course and impact of their invasion region by region across the continent. Support us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Radio Westeros E81 - Arya Stark, part 4
October 23, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours - 151 MBCovering Arya’s arc from her final post-Red Wedding chapters in ASOS, through her five chapters set in Braavos, we explore the development of Arya’s unique skill set — skinchanging, face-changing and other disciplines taught at the House of Black and White, combined with an undiminished need for vengeance. Along the way we identify the many ways that Arya Stark remains Arya even as she insists she has become No-One. Support us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E80 - The First Men
August 28, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours - 149 MBIn this episode all about the First Men of Westeros we look at their origins in Essos, their arrival in Westeros via the Arm of Dorne and their subsequent war with the indigenous peoples they found there, ending in the Pact at the Isle of Faces. In the second half of the episode we tour Westeros to paint a picture of the various regions under the First Men during the Age of Heroes prior to the Andal invasion. Support us at patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Radio Westeros E79 - Arya Stark, part 3
June 30, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours - 161 MBWe're back with part 3 of our series on Arya Stark! In this episode we cover much of her ASoS arc -- from travels with the Brotherhood Without Banners, up to her journey to the Twins with Sandor Clegane. Themes of captivity, identity, mercy, and justice predominate, as well as Arya's increasing awareness of moral greyness. Plus the Ghost of High Heart, R'hllor, Edric Dayne and more! Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E78 - The Children of the Forest
May 22, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours - 147 MBIn part three of our series on magical species of ASOIAF we explore Westeros' indigenous people known as the children of the forest, their relationship with the Old Gods and the weirwood trees, and the magical abilities commonly associated with them -- skinchanging, greenseeing and greendreams. Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E77 - Arya Stark, part 2
March 31, 2023 11:00 - 2 hours - 159 MBIn part two of our series on Arya Stark we cover her months at Harrenhal, first under Lannister control and then under Roose Bolton; as well as her escape and trek into the Riverlands seeking her family, up to her encounter with a group of King's Men at the Inn of the Kneeling Man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E76 - The Others
February 28, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 159 MBJoin us on a journey into the far north as we explore who the Others are, how they came to be, what they want, and when they might begin to play a more prominent role in ASoIaF. Lots of lore and predictions to dig into here, plus ice zombies! Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E75 - Arya Stark, part 1
January 30, 2023 12:53 - 2 hours - 142 MBIn the first installment of our new series on Arya Stark, we follow her journey from Winterfell to King's Landing, and from King's Landing to Harrenhal. Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E74 - w/History of Westeros - Dance of the Dragons, pt.5
November 30, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBThe fifth installment of our collaboration with History of Westeros is here, and the Dying of the Dragons is the theme of the day. In this episode we revisit several locations where some of the decisive events of the war occur — Harrenhal, Tumbleton, and Dragonstone— and things continue to fall apart for House Targaryen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E73 - Dragons
October 31, 2022 10:59 - 2 hours - 174 MBIn this brand new episode we begin a series on the magical creatures of ASOIAF with an in depth look at dragons! Join us as we take you through the history of dragons, their background in the series, and how they've shaped the world of Westeros, as well as a complete catalog of every dragon from the mists of legend through the present! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E10 - The Black Queen
October 26, 2022 02:46 - 1 hour - 117 MBOur review of the season finale of House of the Dragon! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E09 - The Green Council
October 19, 2022 02:46 - 1 hour - 110 MBOur review of the penultimate episode of season 1 of House of the Dragon! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E08 - Lord of the Tides
October 12, 2022 02:52 - 1 hour - 102 MBOur review of Lord of the Tides, episode 8 of House of the Dragon Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E07 - Driftmark
October 05, 2022 02:51 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBJoin us as we break down Episode 7 of House of the Dragon with Emily of the Eyrie! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E06 - The Princess and the Queen
September 28, 2022 02:48 - 1 hour - 108 MBOur review of episode 6 of House of the Dragon with Emily of the Eyrie! Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E05- We Light the Way
September 21, 2022 02:33 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBOur review and analysis of episode 5 of House of the Dragon Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E04 - King of the Narrow Sea
September 14, 2022 02:48 - 1 hour - 103 MBOur review of episode 4 of House of the Dragon! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E03 - Second of His Name
September 07, 2022 02:22 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBOur review of Second of His Name, episode 3 of House of the Dragon, with Emily of the Eyrie. Support us! patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E02 - The Rogue Prince
August 31, 2022 02:46 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBWe're back reviewing episode 2 of House of the Dragon with Emily of the Eyrie. Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1E01 - The Heirs of the Dragon
August 24, 2022 03:01 - 1 hour - 111 MBWe review the premiere of House of the Dragon with Emily of the Eyrie! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
House of the Dragon, S1 Preview
August 17, 2022 03:14 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBJoin us, along with Emily of the Eyrie, as we preview the characters and storylines we expect to see in Season 1. We begin spoiler free and dive into book spoilers in the second half of the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E72 - Blackwater, Part 2 - A Song of Siege and Fire
August 11, 2022 10:00 - 2 hours - 146 MBIn this second part of our action-packed look at the Battle of Blackwater we follow Tyrion Lannister into battle, discuss the real-life historical influences behind the conflict, and consider the aftermath of the conflict, from the immediate cost to both sides, to its impact on the War of the Five Kings and beyond. www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E71 - Blackwater, Part I - The Clash of Kings
June 30, 2022 13:30 - 2 hours - 142 MBWe're revisiting the epic Battle of the Blackwater, with a pair of immersive episodes designed to bring the action to your ears! In part one we cover what the battle will mean to our major characters, and run through all the preparations made by each side. The battle commences with Davos sailing into the Blackwater Rush and Stannis preparing to cross the river. Special readings and adverts from Westeros complete the episode. Join us on an explosive journey into the heart of a legendary battle...
Radio Westeros E70 Merrett - A Right to Vengeance
May 21, 2022 13:34 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode all about the epilogue of ASoS, we look at the story of Merrett Frey, how the chapter functions in ASoIaF, and the stunning introduction of a reanimated Catelyn Stark. Sections on the foreshadowing for Lady Stoneheart, the history and meaning of Oldstones, and the role of vengeance in ASoIaF complete the episode. https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E69 Oberyn - The Red Viper
March 31, 2022 10:59 - 2 hours - 149 MBOberyn Martell blazes across the pages of A Storm of Swords. The first Dornish character we meet in the flesh dies before he can achieve his goals… or does he? His impact on the story is lasting, and his backstory is fascinating. Join us as we explore the life and times of the Red Viper of Dorne, and consider what a legacy of vengeance really means. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E68 - We Three Kings
February 28, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 150 MBThe final three Targaryen Kings -- Aegon V, Jaehaerys II, and Aerys II -- ruled collectively for more than 50 years, and their reigns were all influenced to some extent by dragon dreams, prophecies, and the Blackfyre issue. Join us as we follow those threads through the final decades of Targaryen rule in the Seven Kingdoms -- including an analysis of the tragedy at Summerhall -- and speculate what the histories might reveal to us about the present and future of House Targaryen in ASoIaF. Sup...
Radio Westeros E67 Samwell - If It's Chains You Want
January 28, 2022 10:00 - 2 hours - 152 MBIn this episode we dive deep into the arc of Samwell Tarly -- the closest thing to a self insert by GRRM in ASoIaF. We explore themes of growth, heroism, courage, family dysfunction and more as we follow Sam from childhood in the Reach, to the Wall and beyond, and back to Oldtown. We also recap some Tarly family history and discuss the literary inspirations of this important character. https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E66 - Kevan Lannister
November 30, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 157 MBIn this episode we delve into Kevan Lannister-- from his early life, including family backstory, to his role in the main series, and his impact on the story, in life and death. Includes a thorough analysis of his single point of view chapter, the ADwD Epilogue, and our ideas about what might come next. Support: https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 26 - Daenerys Targaryen
November 24, 2021 20:11 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe are joined by Maester Merry from Learned Hands Podcast to discuss Dany in TWoW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E65 - TWoW Primer part 10 - In the Dothraki Sea
September 30, 2021 21:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBIn the final installment of our TWoW Primer series we recap Daenerys Targaryen's ADwD arc from Meereen to the Dothraki Sea, and discuss what might happen next for her, including when and how we think she'll return to Meereen. We also take a long look at who she'll encounter in her city when she finally returns-- from familiar faces to new arrivals-- and when she might finally head to Westeros. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 25 - Tyrion Lannister
September 14, 2021 11:04 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBWe are joined by Emily of the Eyrie to discuss Tyrion Lannister in TWoW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E64 - w/History of Westeros - Dance of the Dragons, pt.4
August 21, 2021 00:30 - 2 hours - 152 MBIn this installment of our collaboration things really start to fall apart for House Targaryen. We cover the campaigns in the Riverlands, the events at Bitterbridge and Tumbleton, and the situation at King's Landing, The green army crumbles, while the black hold on power is disintegrating. Join us for this next chapter in the story of the Dance of the Dragons! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 24 - Barristan Selmy
August 11, 2021 23:43 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBWe are joined by Arjun from Deep Into History podcast to discuss Barristan Selmy in TWoW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 23 - Victarion Greyjoy
July 20, 2021 11:38 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBWe are joined by Emily of the Eyrie from the Isle of Faces Podcast to discuss Victarion Greyjoy in TWoW! Support us: https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E63 - TWoW Primer part 9 - Meereen
June 30, 2021 12:34 - 2 hours - 153 MBPart 9 of our TWoW Primer finds us inside the walls of Meereen. We recap everything that's been going on since Dany flew away on Drogon's back, including the conclusion of Quentyn Martell's grand adventure, the conflicts and conundrums facing Barristan the Bold as he becomes our PoV in Meereen, and the opening moves of the Battle of Fire. We also discuss the Sons of the Harpy, the identity of the Harpy, those poisoned locusts, and the immediate future for the residents of Meereen. Hosted o...
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 22 - Samwell Tarly
May 31, 2021 23:37 - 1 hour - 109 MBWe are joined by Joe Magician to discuss Sam Tarly in TWoW. Support us: patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E62 - TWoW Primer, part 8 - Slaver’s Bay
May 22, 2021 13:17 - 2 hours - 139 MBIn this installment, we're heading for Slaver's Bay! Join us as we recap Victarion's and Tyrion's journeys into the east, what's happening when they arrive there, and what might be happening next. Includes a special section untangling the ongoing siege of Meereen -- who's involved and why, what they're up to and how things will be going for them early in TWoW, a look at three TWoW samples, and plenty of analysis and predictions. https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See aca...
The Streams of Winter, Livestream 21 - Jon Connington
April 13, 2021 00:41 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBWe are joined by Matt from Davos Fingers podcast to discuss Jon Connington in TWoW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 20 - Arianne Martell
April 02, 2021 00:09 - 1 hour - 104 MBWe are joined by Eliana, one of your hosts from Girls Gone Canon, to discuss Arianne Martell in TWoW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E61 - TWoW Primer, part 7 - The Reach
March 29, 2021 11:00 - 2 hours - 159 MBWe head to the Reach to catch up on what's been going there -- from ironborn raiding to Sam Tarly's arrival in Oldtown. After taking a long look at the events described in the TWoW preview chapter The Forsaken, we go on to discuss what might be happening early in TWoW, with a naval battle about to take place in the Redwyne Straits. https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 19 - Aegon VI
March 23, 2021 00:28 - 1 hour - 113 MBWe are joined by BryndenBFish from NotaCast to discuss Aegon VI and the Blackfyre Conspiracy in TWoW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E60 - TWoW Primer, part 6 - The Stormlands
February 27, 2021 16:54 - 2 hours - 182 MBIn the sixth installment of our TWoW Primer we head to the Stormlands to catch up on what's happening with Jon Connington and Aegon's invasion, their search for friends in the Reach and their proposed alliance with Dorne, and speculate on what might be happening there early in TWoW. https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 18 - House Dayne
February 16, 2021 02:55 - 1 hour - 114 MBWe are joined by Manaro of ManaroGeekTV to discuss Darkstar and all things House Dayne in TWoW. Support us https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 17 - Doran Martell
February 03, 2021 01:43 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe are joined by Kyle from Blood of the Podcast to discuss Doran Martell in TWoW Support us! https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Streams of Winter: Livestream 16 - Areo Hotah
January 19, 2021 18:58 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBWe are joined by Joe Buckley from the Isle of Faces Podcast to discuss Areo Hotah and his arc early in TWoW Support us! https://www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros E59 - TWoW Primer, part 5 - Dorne
December 30, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 147 MBThe fifth installment of our TWoW Primer takes us to Dorne! We recap the five chapters set in Dorne and discuss what will happen with Doran, Areo Hotah, the Sand Snakes, Darkstar and more in TWoW, with special attention to a few enduring mysteries from AFfC and ADwD. www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Radio Westeros Holiday Livestream -Winter Quiz
December 24, 2020 00:56 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MBWe are joined by Tanya and Nikki from A Thousand Eyes and One podcast for a winter themed holiday quiz. Winter is here, let us know how you do! Support www.patreon.com/radiowesteros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.