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‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 3 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson are back to break down ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 3, “The Squire.” They discuss their favorite moments of the episode, Egg’s big reveal, and what it all means going forward. (00:00) Intro (1:20) CR’s Recap (6:30) Favorite Moment (9:37) Is This Show a Hit? (12:17) The Egg Twist (19:56) Aerion Brightflame (25:47) Aegon Targaryen (32:56) Targaryens and Incest (40:24) Alice and Her Three Fingers (43:01) Humfrey Hardyng (46:33) Robyn Rhysling Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Lighting Director: Sarah Reddy Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2026 Hype Draft

Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped films, TV shows, and everything in between of 2026! Sean Fennessey and Rob Mahoney also join in to add to the annual chaos that is picking from the best the new year has to offer. (00:00) Intro(03:42) The draft order(06:18) Looking back at the 2025 Hype Draft(12:16) The rules(25:47) Sean’s no. 1 pick(29:14) Mal’s no. 1 pick(32:21) Jo’s no. 1 pick(35:16) Rob’s no. 1 pick(37:39) Rob’s no. 2 pick(42:56) Jo’s no. 2 pick(45:58) Mal’s no. 2 pick(50:36) Sean’s no. 2 pick(52:05) Sean’s no. 3 pick(56:03) Mal’s no. 3 pick(01:01:14) Jo’s no. 3 pick(01:06:30) Rob’s no. 3 pick(01:08:42) Rob’s no. 4 pick(01:11:39) Jo’s no. 4 pick(01:14:59) Mal’s no. 4 pick(01:17:45) Sean’s no. 4 pick(01:21:11) Sean’s no. 5 pick(01:25:03) Mal’s no. 5 pick(01:27:57) Jo’s no. 5 pick(01:29:37) Rob’s no. 5 pick(01:30:39) Honorable mentions Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Rob Mahoney and Sean FennesseyProducer: Carlos ChiribogaSocial: Jomi AdeniranAddition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 2 Deep Dive

Mal and Jo are back with Dunk and Egg to dive deep into the latest episode of ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about Dunk as Ser Arlan’s legacy, the Targaryens' arrival, and the start of the tourney. And, of course, they have plenty of thoughts about THAT Ser Arlan scene. (00:00) Intro (08:12) Opening Snapshot (21:45) Dunk remembers Ser Arlan. Does anyone else? (53:52) Egg gives Dunk a pep talk (58:09) The Targaryens arrive at Ashford (01:06:30) Dunk meets Aerion Brightflame (01:10:22) Dunk meets the Kingsguard (01:21:21) Dunk makes his pitch to Baelor (Maekar is also here) (01:50:09) Puppet shows and shield commissions (02:03:57) Egg has another pep talk for Dunk—but wants one too (02:06:30) Tug-of-war (02:08:40) Dunk seeks an armorer (02:11:51) Dunk says goodbye to Sweetfoot (02:16:35) It’s time for the opening joust (02:24:49) Dunk reflects on Arlan’s legacy and makes a pledge (02:28:13) Book spoilers! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 2 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

The Targaryens have arrived, the tourney has begun, and Talk the Thrones is here to break it all down! Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson react to ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 2, “Hard Salt Beef.” They talk about the flashback with Ser Arlan, plus Dunk meeting Baelor and the rest of the Targaryens. And, of course, CR has some thoughts about the Kingsguard. (00:00) Intro (00:54) Programming reminders (2:28) CR’s recap (7:08) Favorite moment of the episode (9:43) Targaryens without their dragons (16:19) Baelor knows ball (19:45) Egg is wise (25:07) The tourney and all its glory (27:23) Prince Valarr and his abilities (28:41) The Kingsguard and their cloaks (34:06) Prince Aerion is kind of a dick (38:39) Puppets and dragons Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 1 Deep Dive

Mal and Jo are back in Westeros to dive deep into the latest ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff series, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’! They talk about everything from Dunk’s attempt to enter the tourney, Dunk meeting Egg, and the introduction of the incredible Lyonel Baratheon. (00:00) Intro (09:48) Opening Snapshot (41:12) Dunk Buries Ser Arlan of Pennytree (48:02) Dunk Contemplates His Future (01:05:25) Dunk Meets Egg (and a Mysterious Stranger) At the Inn (01:13:57) Dunk Arrives At Ashford Meadow to Join the Lists (01:28:40) Dunk Seeks Ser Manfred Dondarrion (01:35:24) The Fossoway Apples Enter the Chat (01:42:11) Ser Manfred Really Needs An Alarm Clock (01:44:23) Tanselle Too-Tall Is Not Too Tall For Me (01:50:44) Bonding With Raymun (01:51:50) The Laughing Storm Dances His Way Into the Story (02:12:11) Ser Manfred Rejects Dunk (02:13:39) Dunk Takes on a Squire! (02:23:15) Book Spoilers! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices