Episodes
VoK 655: Creature Chat – Werewolves
May 22, 2021 14:05 - 48.1 MBAbsolute lunacy erupts as the Vassals come face to face with werewolves! Is the beauty of this beast more than skin-deep? Topics include the history of werewolf tales, possible inspirations, shapeshifters around the world, and general human-canine relations. Hosts:Peter/ShellfishSara/DrBloodAbby/daceymormontAdam/drownedsnowMatt/VarleyKit/kgcanaryJock/munrojock2 Credits:Edited … Continue reading →
VOK 654 – Soccercast – Superleague Edition
May 09, 2021 15:39 - 77.8 MBJoin Noah, Bing and Bina as they discuss the shambolic short-lived European Superleague (and literally sing the praises of Varley). [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive] View this episode’s page on Archive.org[Discord] Join the server![iTunes] Subscribe to us on iTunes[Stitcher] Subscribe to us on Stitcher[RSS] Podcast … Continue reading →
VoK 653: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021)
May 05, 2021 08:15 - 119 MB Join us as we discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s newest Disney+ series and how the MCU passes the shield on after the departure of Steve Rogers. Hosts: Adam (drownedsnow), David (davidhhh), Matt (Blu3arm0r), Amber (amberrocks), and Kevin (Nuncle … Continue reading →
VoK 652: Creature Chat – Animal Beef and Phobia
May 01, 2021 23:38 - 46.4 MB The Vassals confront their fears and air their grievances about animals! Topics include insects that infest and invade your home, the true meaning of beef, penguin prostitution, and more! Hosts:Peter/ShellfishZander/TheLordBaronSara/DrBloodJock/munrojock2Abby/daceymormontAmber/amberrocksMarie/NymeriaAdam/drownedsnow Credits:Edited by Peter [MP3] Download or play this … Continue reading →
VOK 651 – Klara and the Sun Book Review
April 15, 2021 19:47 - 63.2 MBJoin Bina007 and Zach/Alias as they discuss the latest novel from Kazuo Ishiguro in a spoiler filled review. Topics include: the notion of a sympathetic AI POV; the nature of religious faith; predicting remote learning and disrupted socalisation; lifting as … Continue reading →
VoK 651 – Klara and the Sun Book Review
April 15, 2021 19:47 - 63.2 MBJoin Bina007 and Zach/Alias as they discuss the latest novel from Kazuo Ishiguro in a spoiler filled review. Topics include: the notion of a sympathetic AI POV; the nature of religious faith; predicting remote learning and disrupted socalisation; lifting as … Continue reading →
VoK 650: LOTR Reread – Fellowship Part 4
April 11, 2021 15:27 - 27.8 MBIn this episode of the new reread of The Lord of the Rings, join Vassals Marie (Nymeria), Alix (Aiwendil), Zach (Alias), Matt (Varley) and Adam (drownedsnow) for chapters 6 through 10 of the Fellowship of the Ring, Book 2. We … Continue reading →
VoK 649: A Seminar of Ice and Fire (Part 3) – Monsters
March 31, 2021 16:00 - 54.5 MBIn the third installment of A Seminar of Ice and Fire—the VoK series that examines A Song of Ice and Fire through various theoretical texts—the Vassals take on Jeffrey Jerome Cohen’s essay “Monster Culture (Seven Theses).” We talk about what … Continue reading →
VoK 648 Witcher – The Tower of the Swallow Pt 1
March 26, 2021 15:13 - 62 MBJoin the Vassals as we meander along with some beekeepers and avoid assassins sent by dangerous sorcerers…a normal day for a Witcher. Discussion brought by Adam/Drowned Snow; Bing/Shoeshiner; David/Davidhhh; Kevin/Nuncle Kevin; Marie/Nymeria Hosts: Marie/Nymeria, Adam/Drowned Snow, David/DavidHHH, Bing/Bing; Kevin/Nuncle Kevin Edited … Continue reading →
VOK 648 Witcher – The Tower of the Swallow Pt 1
March 26, 2021 15:13 - 62 MBJoin the Vassals as we meander along with some beekeepers and avoid assassins sent by dangerous sorcerers…a normal day for a Witcher. Discussion brought by Adam/Drowned Snow; Bing/Shoeshiner; David/Davidhhh; Kevin/Nuncle Kevin; Marie/Nymeria Hosts: Marie/Nymeria, Adam/Drowned Snow, David/DavidHHH, Bing/Bing; Kevin/Nuncle Kevin Edited … Continue reading →
VoK 647: Creature Chat — Vampires
March 24, 2021 16:01 - 50.5 MBCreature chat discusses vampires! Hosts: Peter/Shellfish Zander/The Lord Baron Sara/DrBlood Jock/munrojock2 Abby/daceymormont Matt/Varley Patrick/Ser Patrick the Tall Content Warning: This episode contains discussion and descriptions of sex and sexuality, bodily fluids, decaying corpses, murder, torture, animal distress, and very bad … Continue reading →
VoK 646: Fevre Dream (by George R. R. Martin)
March 21, 2021 13:00 - 42.1 MBThe Vassals (and Bastards) review Martin’s second published novel, the steamboat horror story Fevre Dream. Join Amin, Duncan (aka Valkyrist) and Zach (aka Alias) as they sail down the vampire-infested waters of the Mississipi. Credits: Edited by Valkyrist and Amin … Continue reading →
VoK 645: Witcher – Baptism of Fire
March 17, 2021 15:00 - 95.3 MBThe Vassal Witchers go on a wild romp around the continent and pick up new members of our company along the way in true Baptism of Fire style. Join as we discuss the 3rd novel of the Witcher Saga by … Continue reading →
VoK 644: WandaVision (2021)
March 16, 2021 00:36 - 63.9 MBJoin us as we discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first fully integrated television/streaming series, WandaVision! Hosts: Adam (drownedsnow), David (davidhhh), Matt (Blu3arm0r), Amber (amberrocks), and Jock (Munrojock2) Credits:Edited by Adam [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive] View this episode’s page on … Continue reading →
VoK 643: It’s A Sin (Russell T. Davies)
March 13, 2021 09:00 - 62.7 MBGlen (Dagos_Rivers), Marie (Nymeria), David (davidhhh) and Jock (MunroJock2) discuss the hit show ‘It’s A Sin’ which spans a 10 year period between 1981 and 1991 about a group of five friends as they live through the AIDS crisis. #ItsASin … Continue reading →
VoK 642: A GameShow of Thrones #3 (VOKathon Edition)
March 11, 2021 14:00 - 95.2 MBDuring their 24-hour VOKathon, the Vassals face off in another thrilling round of A Song of Ice and Fire trivia. Join quizmaster Duncan (Valkyrist), scorekeeper Matt (Varley), reigning champion Michal (inkasrain), and challengers Abdullah (Quaith from Asshai), Peter (Shellfish), Abby … Continue reading →
VoK 641: LOTR Reread – Fellowship Part 3
March 06, 2021 16:00 - 79.2 MBIn this episode of the new reread of The Lord of the Rings, join Vassals Marie (Nymeria), Alix (Aiwendil), Zach (Alias), and Adam (drownedsnow) for chapters 1 through 5 of the Fellowship of the Ring, Book 2. We convene for … Continue reading →
VoK 640: The Hunger Games – The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
March 01, 2021 13:13 - 84 MBRecorded 9 months ago, fresh reaction to the latest installment in The Hunger Games Series by Suzanne Collins. Tributes Abby (DaceyMormont), Adam (drownedsnow), Glen (Dagos_Rivers), Katie (Lady Griffin), Brett (White Raven), Kevin (Nuncle Kevin), and Zach (Alias) provide a review … Continue reading →
VoK 639: Creature Chat – Dragons
February 25, 2021 00:29 - 41.6 MBThe Vassals convene to chat about magical reptiles of various shapes and sizes. So grab your ceiling wax and look out for sharkdoors. Hosts:Peter/ShellfishMichal/inkasrainSara/DrBloodAmber/amberrocksZander/The Lord BaronMarie/NymeriaBen/King JucioAdam/drownedsnow Credits:Edited by Peter [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive] View this episode’s page on … Continue reading →
VoK 638: GRRM’s Thousand Worlds – “The Glass Flower” and “The Stone City” (Review)
February 11, 2021 14:00 - 70.1 MBThe Vassals (and Bastards) conclude their voyage into George R. R. Martin’s science fiction universe. Join Amin, Duncan (aka Valkyrist), Michael (aka Mordion), and Zach (aka Alias) as they review two more short stories from Martin’s Thousand Worlds series – … Continue reading →
VoK 637: Bridgerton (Season 1)
February 06, 2021 22:46 - 53.6 MBReview of Season 1 of Bridgerton, a show watched in over 82 million households worldwide. Hosts: Glen (Dagos_Rivers), Bina (Bina007), Marie (Nymeria), Hannah (shadow_ baby), Matt (Varley) Credits:Edited by Glen. [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive] View this episode’s … Continue reading →
VoK 636: LOTR Re-read – Fellowship part 2
January 31, 2021 14:32 - 41.7 MBIn this episode of the new reread of The Lord of the Rings, join us for chapters 7 through 12 of the Fellowship of the Ring. We meet Bombadil, Strider and Glorfindel as we travel to Bree, Weathertop and the … Continue reading →
VoK 635: Book Club (Vol.7) – The Darkness That Comes Before (by R. Scott Bakker)
January 28, 2021 14:00 - 129 MBThe VOK Book Club reconvene to review the dark fantasy novel The Darkness that Comes Before by R. Scott Bakker (the first book in The Second Apocalypse series). Join Greg (claudiusthefool), Zach (Alias), Alex (LuckyCharms), Matt (Blu3arm0r), Steven (SJLee), Duncan … Continue reading →
VoK 634: Creature Chat
January 25, 2021 22:20 - 82.9 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave sit down to chat about creatures. Join vassals Shellfish (Peter), Munjorock2 (Jock), Daceymormont (Abby), and DrBlood (Sara) on their expedition into the animal kingdom! Topics of discussion include pets, animal intelligence, and genetic memory.
VoK 633: GRRM’s Thousand Worlds – “The Way of Cross and Dragon” and “And Seven Times Never Kill Man!” (Review)
January 18, 2021 14:00 - 75.5 MBThe Vassals (and Bastards) continue their voyage into George R. R. Martin’s science fiction universe. Join Amin, Duncan (aka Valkyrist), Michael (aka Mordion), and Zach (aka Alias) as they review two more short stories from Martin’s Thousand Worlds series – … Continue reading →
VoK 632: 2020 Video Game Roundtable
January 15, 2021 17:00 - 157 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave return to the video game world to discuss some of their favorites of 2020. Join Zach (Alias), Bing (Shoeshiner), Matt (blu3arm0r), Katie (Lady Griffin), Patrick (Ser Patrick the Tall), and newcomer, Ben (King Jucio), as they … Continue reading →
VoK 631: The Mandalorian Season 2 (Chapter 13-16)
December 24, 2020 17:30 - 98 MBWe discuss the Finale of The Mandalorian season 2 as well as the second half of the season. Is Star Wars better than ever now? Hosts: Adam (Drownedsnow), Brett (White Raven), Patrick (Ser Patrick the Tall), Kevin (Nuncle Kevin), and … Continue reading →
VOK 630: Witcher – Time of Contempt
December 24, 2020 00:20 - 172 MBJoin the Rats — er, the Vassals — as we discuss The Time of Contempt, the fourth installment in Andrezj Sapkowski’s Witcher saga. Featuring “Sorry Mom, I started a riot,” relationship advice, what the hell happens on Thandd, sad quotes, … Continue reading →
VoK 630: Witcher – Time of Contempt
December 22, 2020 00:20 - 83.5 MBJoin the Rats — er, the Vassals — as we discuss The Time of Contempt, the fourth installment in Andrezj Sapkowski’s Witcher saga. Featuring “Sorry Mom, I started a riot,” relationship advice, what the hell happens on Thandd, sad quotes, … Continue reading →
VoK 629: The Great Harry Potter Reread (Part 14 – Order of the Phoenix 3)
December 15, 2020 17:00 - 78 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave return to Hogwarts to continue the fifth book in the series, The Order of the Phoenix. Join Adam (drownedsnow), Zander (The Lord Baron), Marie (Nymeria), Michal (inkasrain), and Zach (Alias) as they cover chapters 12-16. This … Continue reading →
VoK 628: The Great Harry Potter Reread (Part 13 – Order of the Phoenix 2)
December 09, 2020 17:56 - 65.9 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave return to Hogwarts to continue the fifth book in the series, The Order of the Phoenix. Join Adam (drownedsnow), Patrick (Ser Patrick the Tall), Marie (Nymeria), Michal (inkasrain), jock (munrojock2), and Zach (Alias) as they cover … Continue reading →
VOK 627 – The Crown Season 4
December 06, 2020 09:52 - 47 MBDrop a curtesy and grab your Ibble Dibble wine cork because it’s time for the VOK review of season 4 of Netflix’ historical drama, The Crown. Season 4 takes us from 1977 to 1990 and we cover the lesser royals, … Continue reading →
VoK 626: The Queen’s Gambit (Netflix)
December 02, 2020 17:02 - 47.6 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave discuss Netflix’s latest hit, The Queen’s Gambit. Join Marie (Nymeria), Jock (munrojock2), and Zach (Alias) as talk about all the things they enjoyed in this surprisingly excellent series. This podcast contains spoilers for all episodes of … Continue reading →
VOK 625 – Deadwood The Movie
November 29, 2020 17:25 - 23 MBDissent! Dispute! Disagreement! Daggers at dawn! No not really. But the Vassals DO have vastly differing reactions to the Deadwood movie. Join Michael, Thomas, Dana and Bina as they wrap up their rewatch. Strong language and spoilers throughout. [MP3] Download or … Continue reading →
VoK 624: The Mandalorian Season 2 (Chapter 9-12)
November 22, 2020 04:23 - 44.4 MBThe Vassals gather aboard the Razer Crest to discuss season two of the Disney+ show Star Wars: The Mandalorian. We cover the first four episodes (chapter 9-12) that have currently aired. Hosts: Adam (Drownedsnow), Zach (Alias), Marie (Nymeria), and David … Continue reading →
VOK 623 – Deadwood Season 3
November 19, 2020 10:01 - 38.7 MBA podcast episode is never late. It arrives precisely when it means to. And so with characteristic timeliness, VOK releases its review of the HBO series Deadwood’s third and final season a mere fourteen years after its initial release. Join … Continue reading →
VoK 623: Deadwood Season 3
November 19, 2020 10:01 - 38.7 MBA podcast episode is never late. It arrives precisely when it means to. And so with characteristic timeliness, VOK releases its review of the HBO series Deadwood’s third and final season a mere fourteen years after its initial release. Join … Continue reading →
VoK 622: LOTR – The Fellowship of the Ring part 1
November 14, 2020 19:43 - 61.4 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave once again explore Middle Earth in this new reread of The Lord of the Rings. Join us for the first 6 chapters of The Fellowship of the Ring, following the hobbits from Bag Eng to the … Continue reading →
VoK 621: Indian Matchmaking (Netflix)
October 02, 2020 21:22 - 165 MBHey, you single? Join Michal (inkasrain), Adam (drownedsnow), Tanja (Scilens), and Matt (Varley) as we discuss Netflix’s Indian Matchmaking, the reality dating sensation that’s sweeping several nations. Who’s our favorite match candidate? Why do people get married anyway? Would we … Continue reading →
VoK 620: The Witcher Saga – Blood of Elves (Part 2) (by Andrzej Sapkowski)
September 12, 2020 20:59 - 83.8 MBJoin the Vassals for more swords and sorcery as we discuss the second half (chapters 5-7) of Andrzej Sapkowski’s “Blood of Elves”. Also, are councils good or bad? And who needed that old shack anyways! Hosts: David/davidhhh, Bing/Shoeshiner, Kevin/NuncleKevin, Zach/Alias, … Continue reading →
VoK 619: The Great Harry Potter Reread (Part 12 – Order of the Phoenix Start)
September 10, 2020 15:00 - 78.9 MBThe Vassals of Kingsgrave return to Hogwarts to start the fifth book in the series, The Order of the Phoenix. Join Adam (drownedsnow), Matt (Varley), Marie (Nymeria), Michal (inkasrain), Zander (The Lord Baron), and Zach (Alias) as they cover chapters … Continue reading →
VoK 618 – I May Destroy You
September 07, 2020 16:59 - 39.9 MBBina007 and Hannah / Shadowbaby discuss Micaela Coel’s provocative, powerful TV series, I May Destroy You. The discussion is full of spoilers, but also discusses sexual assault and rape in detail. Listeners are encouraged to exercise self-care. [MP3] Download or play … Continue reading →
VoK 617 – Return of the King Extended Edition Fan Rewatch Part 2
August 24, 2020 14:39 - 77.3 MBThe Vassals finally head Into The West with the final part of their Return of the King Extended Edition rewatch. This part begins at the Muster of Rohan, 1hr49m into the film. Learn how the movie did Gandalf and Faramir … Continue reading →
VoK 616 – Return Of The King Extended Edition Fan Rewatch Part 1
August 24, 2020 14:05 - 64.8 MBThe road goes ever on and on, down from the door where it began. Join the Vassals on their rewatch of the Extended Edition of The Return of the King. As the film is so long, they watch the pre-amble … Continue reading →
VoK 615: The Witcher Saga – Blood of Elves (Part 1) (by Andrzej Sapkowski)
August 11, 2020 01:15 - 72.4 MBJoin the Vassals for more swords and sorcery as we discuss the first half (chapters 1-4) of Andrzej Sapkowski’s “Blood of Elves”. Also, how does book translation work? Where’s #Greg? Hosts: David/davidhhh, Bing/Shoeshiner, Kevin/NuncleKevin, Zach/Alias, Adam/DrownedSnow and Abby/DaceyMormont Credits: Edited … Continue reading →
VOK 614: Two Towers EE Fan Watch
July 19, 2020 19:27 - 126 MBFollowing on from our LOTR AltHistory discussion, the ReRead crew get together to watch the Extended Edition of The Two Towers. They ramble chat and occasionally offer insights into why Faramir is dreamy. Hosts: Bina007, Adam/DrownedSnow, Nadia, Matt/Varley, Marie/Nymeria, MunroJock2 … Continue reading →
VOK 613: The Fellowship Of The Ring Fan Watch
July 05, 2020 19:49 - 117 MBFollowing on from our LOTR AltHistory discussion, the ReRead crew get together to watch the Extended Edition of Fellowship of the Ring. They ramble chat and occasionally offer insights on why Boromir is the most under-rated character in LOTR. Hosts: … Continue reading →
VOK 613: The Lord of the Rings – The Fellowship of the Ring [2001] (DVD Commentary #2)
July 05, 2020 19:49Following on from our LOTR AltHistory discussion, the ReRead crew get together to watch the Extended Edition of Fellowship of the Ring. They ramble chat and occasionally offer insights on why Boromir is the most under-rated character in LOTR. Hosts: … Continue reading →
VOK 612: LOTR ReRead Reunion – Counterfactual History
July 01, 2020 10:03 - 43.3 MBMany of us are comfort-reading LOTR right now, so Bina007 decided to gather up the Vassals who hosted the LOTR re-read back in 2013 to discuss what would have happened if Faramir had attended the Council of Elrond rather than … Continue reading →
VOK 612 – Lord of the Rings reread reunion – AltHistory
July 01, 2020 10:03Many of us are comfort-reading LOTR right now, so Bina007 decided to gather up the Vassals who hosted the LOTR re-read back in 2013 to discuss what would have happened if Faramir had attended the Council of Elrond rather than … Continue reading →