Dragon 'Cast: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Wendy, Veronica, and Rennie come together to close out Season One with a deep dive into the finale, “The Morrow.” In this episode of Dragon ’Cast, the hosts reflect on how the season’s journey comes to a head, where the characters now stand, and what the closing moments suggest about the road ahead. They discuss how the finale pays off the themes and tensions built throughout the season, share their overall impressions of the first season as a whole, and consider what this adaptation has brought to George R. R. Martin’s world. The episode concludes with a Book Talk segment comparing the series to the Dunk and Egg novellas. This final segment contains book spoilers, so listeners who wish to remain show-only should stop listening before Book Talk begins. Thank you to everyone who listened along this season and sent in feedback. We truly appreciate your thoughtful comments, questions, and support, and we look forward to continuing the journey with you. Next up: Something with dragons, perhaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veronica and Wendy are joined by special guest host Jason Cabassi to discuss episode 4, “Seven,” continuing Dragon ’Cast’s in-depth coverage of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. As the season moves past its midpoint, the conversation looks at how this pivotal episode sets the stage for what’s to come. The hosts walk through the episode’s major developments and spend time clarifying who is who as the story builds toward the upcoming Trial of Seven, helping listeners keep track of the players involved in the approaching epic confrontation. Next up: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E5 “In the Name of the Mother”. It’s the series premiere! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragons@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Enjoying our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragon-cast-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms/id1640535923 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31IJ1AFvvn800nlmlLy8Xu?si=4bdd8f2deccd4063 Or just search for “Dragon ‘Cast” wherever you get podcasts. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Dragon ’Cast, Rennie and Wendy return with guest host Alex to break down A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Season 1 Episode 2, “Hard Salt Beef,” an episode that leans heavily into character, memory, and momentum as Dunk continues his quest to enter the tourney circuit. The discussion centers on Dunk’s shifting recollections of Ser Arlan — what he remembers, what he may be rewriting in his own mind, and how those memories shape his understanding of knighthood and legitimacy. The hosts examine how Dunk’s desire to join the lists reflects both ambition and insecurity, and how the episode balances earnest longing with humor. Egg once again proves himself an elite wing man, and the panel digs into how his quick thinking, confidence, and social instincts repeatedly smooth Dunk’s rough edges. Wendy unabashedly leans into her growing obsession with Lyonel, while Rennie shares his enthusiasm for how the adaptation is handling tone, character, and pacing so far. Alex highlights the comedic beats of the episode, discussing how humor is used not to undercut the story, but to deepen it. Next up: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E3 “The Squire”. It’s the series premiere! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragons@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Enjoying our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragon-cast-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms/id1640535923 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31IJ1AFvvn800nlmlLy8Xu?si=4bdd8f2deccd4063 Or just search for “Dragon ‘Cast” wherever you get podcasts. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dragon ’Cast returns to Westeros with our introduction episode on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. We break down the latest news, dive into the trailer, and share what hosts Renny, Veronica, and Wendy are most excited—and hopeful—to see as this new chapter of George R. R. Martin’s world comes to life. Next up: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E1 “The Hedge Knight”. It’s the series premiere! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragon@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Enjoying our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dragon-cast-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms/id1640535923 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31IJ1AFvvn800nlmlLy8Xu?si=4bdd8f2deccd4063 Or just search for “Dragon ‘Cast” wherever you get podcasts. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wendy, Sam, and…. Kristin (!) talk S2E7 “The Red Sowing”. Next up: HotD S2E8, the season finale! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragoncastica@gmail.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wendy, Sam, and…. Kristin (!) talk S2E5 “Regent”. Next up: HotD S2E6. Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragoncastica@gmail.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rennie, Veronica, and Wendy talk S2E3 “The Burning Mill.” Next up: HotD S2E4 “A Dance of Dragons”! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragoncastica@gmail.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the season premiere of Dragon Cast, hosts Veronica, Renny, and Wendy delve into the highly anticipated first episode of House of the Dragon Season 2, titled "A Son for a Son." They explore the aftermath of Season 1’s events, focusing on the intricate power struggles within House Targaryen and the realm of Westeros. The hosts analyze character developments, highlight key themes of loyalty and ambition, and discuss the visual spectacle and storytelling prowess that continue to define the series. With fan theories and predictions in tow, they provide a comprehensive review of this compelling return to the world of dragons and intrigue. Next up: HotD S2E2! Once you’ve seen it, we’d love know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to dragoncastica@gmail.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whew! What a finale! We are so thrilled to have you join us for an amazing season and as we begin our journey in the long night waiting for S2. Take a stroll along the beach of Dragonstone with Kristin and Rima for S1E10 "The Black Queen" from House of the Dragon! We also take a deep dive in book talk vs episode (around 2:17 mark) and even more book talk with spoilers after listener feedback with Archmaester Renny!! We had an amazing time getting back in this world and we are glad to have you join us! You can drop us a message at dragoncastica@gmail.com, or you can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renny joins Kristin and Rima this week! Such a powerful episode this week as we say farewell to a great character. Take a deep dive with us for S1E8 "The Lord of the Tides" from House of the Dragon! We also take a deep dive in book talk vs episode and more book talk with spoilers after listener feedback! We had an amazing time getting back in this world and we are glad to have you join us! You can drop us a message at dragoncastica@gmail.com, or you can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile in Westeros...a time jump! This week Kristin and Rima are excited to have special guest David to explore the changes with this episode's jump. Take a deep dive with us for S1E6 "The Princess and the Queen" from House of the Dragon! We also take a deep dive in to book talk with spoilers with Archmaester Renny! We had an amazing time getting back in this world and we are glad to have you join us! You can drop us a message at dragoncastica@gmail.com, or you can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special guest Wendy joins Rima this week for S1E4 "King of the Narrow Sea" from House of the Dragon! Join us as we break down this spicy episode with some drama sprinkled in! We also take a deep dive in to book talk with spoilers with Archmaester Renny! We had an amazing time getting back in this world and we are glad to have you join us! You can drop us a message at dragoncastica@gmail.com, or you can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back this week with S1E2 "The Rogue Prince" from House of the Dragon! Kristin and Rima are joined this week with special guest Wendy, join us as we break down the events and political intrigue in this week's episode. And we have a spoiler filled book talk section with the always wonderful Archmeister Renny! We had an amazing time getting back in this world and we are glad to have you join us! You can drop us a message at dragoncastica@gmail.com, or you can find our contact info and all our other shows at: podcastica.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices