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Arthur Njamfa covers Tyrion’s imprisonment at the Eyrie. Steve discusses Sam’s libido and Tyrion’s post-trial fate. Dr. Jan Doolittle Wilson discusses Penny’s relationship to Tyrion.
A.Ron is back! This week is a departure from the usual chapter-by-chapter format. Carl and Anthony widen the scope and talk about a few major themes, myth-making in an American context, sex, taboo, etc. A.Ron talks about his expectations for the new sci-fi “Foundation.” And Anthony takes stock of each POV character and where they stand at the midpoint of the first book.
Stephanie is back to talk about Bran’s baby steps toward wolfhood and Osha’s introduction. Steve covers The Mountain and the Viper. Yannick and Anthony debate Oberyn’s status as a warrior/genius. Check out Stephanie Barbé Hammer’s new book: Rescue Plan. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow…
Dr. Ken Mondshein (war historian) explains how the Dothraki could have taken Westeros and how Westerosi knights might have defended a Dothraki invasion. Steve ponders trial by combat. And Carolyne Larrington reveals Martin’s inspiration for the moondoor.
Dr. Jason Eberl covers the street fight between Ned and Jaime. Steve riffs on Davos’ folksy wisdom monologues. Anthony talks about ethnicity and representation in fantasy.
Oxford Medievalist Carolyne Larrington is back to cover Cat’s arrival at the Eyrie. Steve updates his power rankings for who will sit the Iron Throne. And Dr. Gregory Webster suggests that Sweet Robin has supernatural psychic ability.
Anthony and Chad debate the ethics of assassination with the prospect of war in view. Steve and Anthony continue to wrestle with Jaime’s character development. Then Jan Wilson offers a different take on Jaime’s complicated personality.
Elio Garcia reveals his pet theory about Varys’ (evolving) motives. Steve and Anthony debate the plausibility of Jaime’s character redemption. Anthony chats with Yannick from Belgium about adopting female role models.
Jan Wilson and Anthony cover the bloodiest chapter yet and dive deep into Tyrion’s “inner-asshole.” Steve is flabbergasted at the death of Joffrey. Anthony talks about Tyrion’s suicidal ideations and compares him with Jonah.
Chad and Anthony argue over the (first) Clegane Bowl. Steve hates the new Daario actor. Anthony talks about a medieval king who was deposed from his throne for obesity.
