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A "Cast of Ice and Fire

The Unreal Hour

A Cast of Ice and Fire is your go-to podcast for an epic journey through the world of Westeros and beyond. Hosted by Fiona and Emma, two passionate Scots who know a thing or two about fierce clans and rugged landscapes, this show dives deep into the rich lore of House of the Dragon, the Game of Thrones books, and the early seasons of the iconic TV series that sparked a global obsession.Each episode explores the tangled webs of family, power struggles, and prophecy that make George R.R. Martin’s

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135:47

The Game Begins: Book 1 vs Season 1 – Anniversary...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2025/07/16

The Game Begins: Book 1 vs Season 1 – Part 2 (Anniversary Special)We’re back with Part 2 of our A Game of Thrones anniversary special — and this time, we’re going full POV mode.From Ned’s inner monologues and fever dreams (promise me, Ned 😭) to Tyrion’s deleted battle arc (justice for the slap-happy dwarf!), we’re diving into the depth, nuance, and emotional chaos that only the book delivers.In this episode:🐺 Stark kids, direwolves, and the ancient magic nobody talks about on HBO🪦 We descend into

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209:46

The Game Begins- Book 1 vs Season 1 – Anniversary...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2025/05/30

One year ago, Scottish duo Fiona and Emma began their long journey through the realms of Westeros with A ’Cast of Ice and Fire — and now, they’re back where it all started. In this special anniversary episode, we revisit A Game of Thrones — comparing Book 1 to Season 1of the HBO series.What did the show get right? What did it change, cut, or completely invent? From Ned Stark’s doomed honor to Daenerys’ fiery rise, we dive deep into the characters, storylines, and themes that launched a

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188:42

"The Red Sowing' & 'The Queen Who Ever Was" Part 2...

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2025/05/10

Fiona and Emma return for Part 2 of their two-part, five-hour deep dive into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 7 and 8 — and they are unhinged, overcaffeinated, and armed with lore.This time, we’re deep into Harrenhal, where a weirwood bleeds, the wind whispers “traitor,” and a literal Green Man creeps through the trees (yes, really). Jace pouts, Baela claps back, and Daemon dreams of bloodraven, the Long Night, and a timeline that might finally connect him to Dany. Meanwhile, Helaena casually

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158:51

"The Red Sowing' & 'The Queen Who Ever Was" (HOTD...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2025/04/30

Fiona and Emma kick off Part 1 of their two-part, five-hour deep dive into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 7 and 8 — and yes, it’s absolutely as chaotic and lore-drenched as it sounds.We begin in the Riverlands, where prepubescent icon Oscar Tully outmaneuvers Daemon Targaryen with nothing but ancestral loyalty and the pure power of “my granddad said so.” From there, we head straight into Harrenhal — land of broken dreams, haunted chairs, and George R.R. Martin’s actual face carved into a

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185:44

"Regent" & "Smallfolk" (HOTD S2E5&6) (TUH #14)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2025/03/11

In this scorching episode of A ’Cast of Ice and Fire, Fiona and Emma dissect House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 5 & 6—where the realm is in chaos, allegiances are as flimsy as a Targaryen marriage vow, and no one is safe (especially if they have a dragon).Between battles and betrayals, we dive deep into Daemon’s increasingly ominous dreams—because nothing says “coping mechanism” like cryptic Targaryen visions of doom. Meanwhile, Aemond isn’t waiting around for Aegon to recover, stepping up

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101:52

"The Red Dragon and the Gold" (HOTD S2E4) (TUH #13)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2025/01/28

Welcome back, listeners, to another exciting episode of A ‘Cast of Ice and Fire, your go-to podcast for all things House of the Dragon! This week, your hosts Fiona and Emma are diving into the latest epic installment, Season 2, Episode 4, titled "The Red Dragon and the Gold."In this episode, Fiona and Emma find themselves nearly speechless as they recount the thrilling events that unfolded in one of the most laugh-filled and action-packed episodes of the season so far. Expect a lively discussion

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124:06

"The Burning Mill" (HOTD S2E3) (TUH #12)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/08/13

Welcome back, fellow Unrealists! In episode 3 of Season 2, "The Burning Mill," Fiona and Emma have outdone themselves with coverage you won’t want to miss. Trust us, you’ll be giggling like a dragon on a sugar high.First off, let’s dive into the juicy Brackens and Blackwoods feud. This age-old rivalry is hotter than dragonfire, and Fiona and Emma break it all down with a mix of humor and insight that'll have you laughing and nodding along. If you thought your family had drama, wait until you hear

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107:04

#11 "Rhaenyra the Cruel" (HOTD S2EP2) (TUH #11)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/08/04

Welcome back, fellow dragon-riders and Westeros wanderers! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dissect the delicious chaos of Episode 2, "Rhaenyra the Cruel." Buckle up, because this episode had us white-knuckling our seats, gasping at the screen, and laughing at the sheer absurdity of Plotto’s fake news. First off, let's talk about the dialogue. Whoever penned those lines deserves a golden quill dipped in dragon blood. The verbal sparring was sharper than Valyrian steel, and the tension between Rhaenyra

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108:34

"A Son for a Son" (HOTD S2EP1) (TUH #10)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/07/28

Welcome back to the fiery world of "House of the Dragon"! If you thought the first season was intense, hold onto your dragon saddles, because the opening episode of the new season just turned the heat up to dragon-breath levels. Fiona and Emma are back at it, slicing through the layers of grief, scheming, and the inevitable "who’s-gonna-backstab-who" that keeps us hooked like a dragon to its gold hoard.First off, that new opening sequence. Talk about a lore lover’s dream! Fiona and Emma dive deep

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144:56

"The Green Council" & "The Black Queen" (HOTD...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/07/13

The King is dead, long live the Queen, or is it the King? Welcome back, fellow dragon enthusiasts! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive headfirst into the wild ride that is episodes 9 and 10 of House of the Dragon. Buckle up, because these episodes are packed tighter than a dragon's treasure hoard with conspiracies, murder, power plays, childbirth, and, of course, epic dragon fights. Episode 9 starts off with a bang—well, more like a silent, sneaky shuffle in the dark as the news of King Viserys’s

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91:23

"The Lord of the Tides" (HOTD S1EP8) (TUH #8)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/07/08

🎉 The King is dead, long live the King, or is it the Queen? Welcome back, fellow dragon enthusiasts! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive headfirst into the wild ride that is episodes 9 and 10 of House of the Dragon. Buckle up, because these episodes are packed tighter than a dragon's treasure hoard with conspiracies, murder, power plays, childbirth, and, of course, epic dragon fights. Episode 9 starts off with a bang—well, more like a silent, sneaky shuffle in the dark as the news of King Viserys’s

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75:25

"Driftmark" (HOTD S1EP7) (TUH #7)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/07/06

Welcome back, dragon enthusiasts, to Episode 7 of House of the Dragon! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive into the looks, the drama, and—let's be honest—those moments that had us giggling inappropriately. So, grab your dragon saddles and let’s get airborne! First off, can we talk about that dragon flight? It was like a scene straight out of The NeverEnding Story! All we needed was a white, fluffy dragon and a kid yelling "Atreyu!" into the storm. Instead, we got some serious high-flying action that

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104:32

"The Princess and the Queen" (HOTD S1EP6) (TUH #6)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/07/05

Hey everyone, welcome back! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive into the juicy drama of "House of the Dragon" Episode 6. Buckle up because we've got a ten-year time jump, new faces, and a whole lot of dragon fire to discuss. First up, let's talk about this time leap. Ten years, people! That’s like graduating high school and then some. We’ve got a recast Rhaenyra and Alicent, and let’s just say, the tension between these two is thicker than dragon scales. Seriously, if looks could kill, the Red Keep

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151:43

"King of the Narrow Sea" & "We Light the Way" (HOTD...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/06/19

Hey folks! Fiona and Emma here, back at it again to dish out the hottest takes on episodes 4 and 5 of "House of the Dragon." Strap in, because "King of the Narrow Sea" and "We Light the Way" were a boiling pot of passion and tension, just waiting to overflow. It's like they took a pressure cooker, chucked in a dragon or two, and set the dial to "meltdown." And while we might be missing our scaly, fire-breathing friends a tad more than we'd like, the human (and occasionally very inhuman) drama kept

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118:19

"Second of his Name" (HOTD S1EP3) (TUH #4)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/06/07

Alright, folks, buckle up because the grand rewatch of House of the Dragon has officially reached episode 3, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride! Picture this: Emma, who’s been trudging through a week that felt like it was 7 years long, finally got the belly laughs she desperately needed. And Fiona? Oh, Fiona’s been chomping at the bit for that epic storming the beach scene, and boy, did it deliver! Episode 3 was like a perfectly crafted cocktail of drama, action, and those cheeky one-liners

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87:17

"Second of his Name" (HOTD S1EP2) (TUH #3)

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/06/04

Welcome to Episode 2 breakdown of House of the Dragon! If you thought the first episode was a rollercoaster, buckle up for this one because it’s more like a leisurely Ferris wheel ride. Fiona and Emma are back, and they’re digging deep to find the laughs and figure out what makes these characters tick in this slightly slower-paced episode.First things first, let’s talk about our favorite dragon-riding, throne-chasing characters. Rhaenyra is still every bit the rebellious princess we’ve grown to

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97:48

The Heirs of the Dragon

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/05/29

Welcome to the grand rewatch of "House of the Dragon," where Fiona and Emma are here to sprinkle their magic dust on episode 1. Buckle up, folks, because we're diving headfirst into the fiery world of Westeros, where dragons soar, Targaryens plot, and the CGI budget is clearly through the roof.Episode 1 kicks off with the Targaryen family drama we all secretly (or not so secretly) crave. Fiona's got her eye on Princess Rhaenyra, who's basically a medieval version of every rebellious teenager ever,

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111:13

Who the F' are the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First...

A "Cast of Ice and Fire ·

2024/05/19

Hey there, and a massive welcome to the very first episode of what we promise will be your new favorite podcast! We're here to bring the fun, the laughs, and maybe even a little bit of wisdom (but, you know, don't hold us to that last part). Think of us as those friends who always have the best stories to share at parties - except now, we're invading your headphones.In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the lore and history of Westeros before our season 1 rewatch. The fire and blood begins

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