Dr. Lisa Woolfork talks Baratheon hypocrisy. Anthony tries to convince Chad of his Ned-as-serial-killer theory. Steve makes a bold Red Wedding prediction. Medievalist Jana Mathews talks about the prevalence (or lack thereof) of child marriage.
The third episode of Loki can easily be seen as a disappointment when taken alone. Our bet is that there’s some serious subterfuge happening though, and when taken in tandem with the next episode (or possibly the rest of the season) it will all be a lot more satisfying. Join us for the podcast to hear our full spoiler review.
This week we’re talking about an absolute classic. It’s #4 of AFI’s top 100 movies of all time. That’s right, it’s Raging Bull. Join us for the podcast to find out how a guy who never met a relationship he couldn’t punch his way out of is a lot like my dad. I promise it’s not as dark as that sounds.
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On this episode A.Ron talks about a couple new movies he watched; In the Heights and The Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It. Then we talk about the final season of The Good Place before moving on to the movies we saw during our latest Double Dern party; Down with Love and Train to Busan: Peninsula.
A.Ron is back to cover the introduction to Samwell Tarly! Steve appreciates the sex advice from Tormund Giantsbane. Dr. Jana Mathews discusses the clothing differences between classes. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Join the discussion: Email | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com Anthony Le Donne is the co-author…
The Variant is revealed (several times, actually) in the second episode of Loki, and it looks like we’ve got more time-traveling in our future (or past). Join us for a discussion of time-travel ethics, anti-heroes, and a pretty solid theory about Steve Rogers’ deal with the TVA.
Get Shorty’s portrayal of Hollywood might feel a little dated over 25 years later but it remains undeniably cool, which is what you’d expect from an adaptation of an Elmore Leonard novel. Join us for a conversation of this slick mashup of Hollywood and mafia.
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Lunchtime! This week the cicadas get their revenge on A.Ron, as do the nightmares he’s having after playing phasmophobia and watching The Conjuring 3 in the same week. Jim gives a big update on his modeling hobby and then we take listener questions.
Martin’s coauthor Linda Antonsson talks about the early stages of Game of Thrones. Tara Jenkins covers Eddard V. Steve talks about torture, religion, and dog butts. And Medievalist Jana Mathews explains how Dante’s “seven hells” relates to Game of Thrones.
We’ve seen the first episode of the trickster god’s new Disney+ series and we’re here to say that it’s off to a good start. Join us each Wednesday for our instant take podcast covering what’s shaping up to be a series of timey wimey morality problems to solve; just the kinda stuff we like.