Ep.3: The Squire (with Dexter Sol Ansell)

About this episode

Jason and Greta discuss the third episode of the series with guest Dexter Sol Ansell, focusing on character insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes.

Jason and Greta unpack the momentous third episode of the series, where we learn more about Egg. And to break it all down, they are joined by the young squire himself, Dexter Sol Ansell. They discuss that explosive final scene, shaving his head for the role, and how many gummy worms he ate on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Jason, Greta

Guest: Dexter Sol Ansell

Topics covered

• Game of Thrones
• character development
• interview
• behind the scenes
• episode analysis

Keywords

• Game of Thrones
• Egg
• Dexter Sol Ansell
• episode 3
• squire
• final scene
• gummy worms

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