We believe that George R. R. Martin has put a lot of effort and thought into creating a deeper dimension of archetype and symbol in his writing. He’s created connections between past and future, between sky and ground. He’s built on classic figures from world mythology and twisted them around in new and incredible ways to fashion his own archetypal characters whose divine roles are played out by the characters in the story. He’s done all of this not only to be artistic and clever, but because he’s actually participating in a grand tradition of esoteric, symbolic art. Keeping this tradition alive is of critical importance and tremendous value to society, and that is why I believe this facet of A Song of Ice and Fire is so worthy of study. This podcast is intended to be our vehicle to explore these inner workings, and it is fueled by enthusiasm, yours and mine.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 9 days 7 hours 44 minutes
Rhaegar, Dany & Jon: Aegon's Prophecy Explained p1 - House of the Dragon
Aegon's prophecy of ice and fire - GRRM has said that it's true in the books too. Did other Targaryens know about it? Did Rhaegar? What does this mean for Jon and Dany, and all that Prince That Was Promised / Azor Ahai Reborn stuff? Part 1 will explain!Aegon’s Prophecy Series:Part 1: Aegon’s Prophecy, Explained https://youtu.be/ODV0NCyCEksPart 2: From Aegon to Viserys https://youtu.be/qqMFTyW2QkcPart 3: Why Torrhen Knelt https://youtu.be/LuNXcu8TNqEPart 4: What Lyanna Told Ned https://youtu...
The Meaning of the 3 Headed Dragon: Daemon's Song Decoded - House of the Dragon
Daemon's dragon song that he sung to Grandaddy Vermithor was actually a spell to reawaken the dragonbond - I'll explain how it works, what the real meaning of "three heads has the dragon is," what the riddle of the Valyrian sphinx is, and what lemurs have to do with all of this. For real.House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Aemond & Vhagar vs Luke & Arrax - House of the Dragon's War Begins
Did this war just start by accident? Who was responsible? Why couldn't these dragonriders control their dragons? Was it like this in A Song of Ice and Fire?House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Why Rhaenys Didn't Dracarys - House of the Dragon ep9 Review
Why didn't princess Rhaenys have her dragon Meleys roast everyone on the royal dais? It's a complex question, but I'll untangle it for you, and give you some insight on Helaena's prophecy and the dragonpit in general.House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
The Green Coup - House of the Dragon
Will the Greens try to pull a coup next week? Probably. Did they already try to pull one last week, with Vaemond as their trojan horsee? Why yes, yes they did. (NO SPOILERS!)House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Aemond One-Eye & the Kids in the Cave (House of the Dragon)
The entire fight with the kids in the cave was high symbolism, and Aemond One Eye - a character book readers have been waiting for - made a grand entrance by claiming Vhagar! Plus - Helaena's prophecies, Targaryen parenting corner, Nanny Vhagar hidden audio, and more!House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Jaecerys & Helaena: A Wedding to Avoid War (House of the Dragon)
Rhaenyra's proposal to betroth Jaecerys and Helaena was promising, but politically loaded - could it have avoided war? Why didn't it happen? What what it have been like? Could they even have been a new Jaehaerys and Alysanne?House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Interview w/King Viserys: Who Killed Prince Baelon???
King Viserys kicked the speculation about an Oldtown-based Hightower-Maester conspiracy into overdrive this week, so I thought I'd interview him - and one other mystery guest - to try to dig deeper! Plus new Vhagar memes!House of the Dragon Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHvft-cyPmDKN99XRXTtoHGCy1fHGHNX
Alys Rivers cast! House of the Dragon Season 2 Casting News
That's right, the big one we've been waiting for, Alys RIvers! We've also learned who will play the mysterious Alyn of Hull, Ser Simon Strong (Larys Clubfoot's great-uncle), and Ser Gwayne Hightower (Alicent's younger brother). Spoiler-free analysis & character previews followed by a bit of Fire & Blood spoiler commentary!
Knight of the 7 Kingdoms SERIES MEGA PREVIEW!! Dunk and Egg come to HBO!
HBO has ordered season 1 of Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and though it's still a couple years away, this video will give you a comprehensive look at what this show could bring us - the characters, the events, the mysteries, the tragedies, and the romances. I'll discuss the 3 published Dunk and Egg novellas AS WELL AS everything we know about their lives after the novellas. Some good memes and Bloodraven jokes.