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.

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.

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.

Medieval historian Valerie Garver discusses the introduction to Jojen and Meera, the political function of food, and the tragic end of Lady Hornwood. Dr. Pádraig MacCarron entertains Anthony’s fan theory about the “old gods.”

Tyrion’s relationship with Cersei is . . . complicated. John and David are back to discuss Tyrion, Cersei, the pyromancers, and more. Historian Iain MacInnis explains the practices of hostage giving.

Jan and Anthony discuss the literary rules of Martin’s story. Are noble acts rewarded or punished? Is GRRM interested in justice? Also, is Bran or Bloodraven warging into the past to thwart Hot Pie? Just another fantastic Arya chapter!

Does the Hound foreshadow his death in a line to Sansa? Anthony discusses his theory with historian Katherine Olley. Then former Olympian and heir to Cameroon royalty, Arthur Njamfa returns to dish historical gossip.

Historian Andrew Howe stops by to talk about Tyrion’s canary trap. Then Anthony and Jim talk about our upcoming fantasy auction.

Oxford Medievalist Katherine Olley talks House of the Dragon. Then NFL analyst Fran Duffy and comic Steve Ausburne discuss auction strategy.

A.Ron, Jim and Anthony discuss news about HOTD season 2. Then they are joined by Hammer-of-Gods Evan to pound out the rules for our HOTD-fantasy league.