Electric Bookaloo: Arya VII (Clash)
A.Ron dives deep into Faceless Man religion, Bloody Mummers, and Arya’s impact on the fate of the realm.
Electric Bookaloo: Tyrion VII (Clash)
Philip Haberkern (Boston University) explains the difference between power and authority as we revisit the happiest Tyrion chapter.
Electric Bookaloo: Bran IV
What’s the deal with Jojen? Pádraig MacCarron of the University of Limerick discusses his fevered origin story, his odd relationship to time, and his ultimate fate. Also Bran is in this chapter too.
Electric Bookaloo: Daenerys II
Jan Doolittle Wilson returns to discuss Dany’s first steps into politics. Qarth is a welcome oasis, but trust no one!
Electric Bookaloo: Arya VI
Arya finds herself in the darkest possible place. Torture, rape, and senseless murder are before her daily as Gregor Clegane goes to work. Tara Jenkins returns to talk about the psychological impact.
Electric Bookaloo: Tyrion VI
Jason Eberl rejoins the discussion of Tyrion’s moral development. Arthur Njamfa pressed the matter of Tyrion’s view of women. Check out Dr. Eberl’s book on Star Wars!
David Peterson Interview
In this special episode, linguist David J. Peterson helps listeners with their body art needs (wanna tattoo in Dothraki?). Also included is a short excerpt of what’s going on over at Double Dragon this week.
Electric Bookaloo: Theon II (Clash)
Look out, Theon! That’s not Esgred, that’s your sister! Dr. Thomas Leek (Univ. of Wisconsin) joins for a robust discussion of Theon, Asha Greyjoy, and Ironborn culture.
Electric Bookaloo: Jon III (Clash)
What do the others want with Craster’s sons? Is Craster lying about Benjen? Padraig MacCarron returns to talk about a very important Jon chapter.
Electric Bookaloo: Catelyn II (Clash)
Today we meet Brienne of Tarth! Dr. Kavita Mudan Finn joins Anthony to talk about a character who is more complex than the show’s adaptation. Jan Doolittle Wilson puzzles over Tywin’s war plans.