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36: Still Smug Book Talk:"The Spoils of War"(Game of Thrones S7E4) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.159158

Get ready for another full immersion into the Westerosi world of Ice and Fire in this week's Still Smug Book Talk with Ser Duncan. Topics covered this week include a cool theory about the sh...

37:"Eastwatch"(Game of Thrones S7E5) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.156421

Movement on all fronts this week: The return of a long-lost character. The combination of characters we never considered coming together. The reducing of other characters to ashes. Enemies regro...

38: Still Smug Book Talk:"Eastwatch"(Game of Thrones S7E5) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.153895

Spend your weekend exploring how the history and lore of A Song of Ice and Fire's Westeros ties in to HBO's Game of Thrones with Ser Duncan! In this episode we take a look at the unfrien...

39:"Beyond the Wall"(Game of Thrones S7E6) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.150997

Holy s&!t! Heartrending, emotional, exciting episode this week. It took four of us (Mr. Blahg, Duncan, Lucy, and Jason) and an extra day to process it :) Here you go. Hope you enjoy.

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40: Still Smug Book Talk:"Beyond the Wall"(Game of Thrones S7E6) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.139360

This week on Still Smug, Duncan talks with special guest host Obsidian Crow analyze Game of Thrones Season 7 Episode 6, "Beyond the Wall". Satiate your Game of Thrones craving with some ...

41:"The Dragon and the Wolf"(Game of Thrones S7E7) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.127712

Long-waited-for events and confrontations come one after the other in this season 7 finale, and we're stoked! Join Jason, Duncan, and Melissa for this wrap-up.

Before long Duncan will ...

42: Still Smug Book Talk:"The Dragon and the Wolf"(Game of Thrones S7E7) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.115300

This week on Game of Microphones Still Smug Book Talk, Ser Duncan and Obsidian Crow cover the Season 7 Finale "The Dragon and the Wolf". Together we'll experience the storied history...

43:"Winter is Coming"(GoT S1E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.076995

And so it begins! Game of Microphones' rewatch of Game of Thrones!! WARNING: This podcast episode (and all forthcoming rewatch eps) are from the point of view of having seen the series up th...

44:"The Kingsroad"(GoT S1E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.074785

This week on our Game of Microphones Series Rewatch, Duncan and special guest Kristin discuss the details of The Kingsroad in the context of the series to date. Fun theories and interesting idea...

45:"Lord Snow"(GoT S1E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.068755

This week join Duncan and Travis and piss off the edge of the world as we rewatch Game of Thrones Season 1 Episode 1, “Lord Snow” and discuss the episode in the context of the full series throug...

46:"Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things"(GoT S1E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.064798

This week on Game of Microphones’ Series Rewatch join Duncan and Cindi to discuss Season 1 Episode 4, “Cripples, Bastards and Broken Things”. We examine the first appearances of fan favorite cha...

47:"The Wolf and the Lion"(GoT S1E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.062476

Join Melissa and Duncan on Game of Microphones series rewatch as they cover S1Ep5 of HBO’s hit show Game of Thrones. This week the Wolf and the Lion are at each other’s throats, and we have fun ...

48:"A Golden Crown"(GoT S1E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.059810

This week on Game of Microphones, tremble to behold Viserys’s Golden Crown with Duncan and Kristen and they break down Game of Thrones Season 1 Episode 6 in our Series Rewatch. Enjoy the Stark b...

49:"You Win or You Die"(GoT S1E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.057710

This week on Game of Microphones’ Series Rewatch Duncan and Rima cover Game of Thrones Season 1 Episode 7. In this pivotal episode, everything changes as King Robert dies and we see the game rea...

50:"The Pointy End"(GoT S1E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.055251

This week on Game of Microphones Series Rewatch join Duncan and newcomer Wendy Ott Eppers in discussing Season 1 Episode 8, “The Pointy End”. This is what it sounds like when Robb Stark rides on...

51:"Baelor"(GoT S1E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.044170

Here it is, the episode where Game of Thrones told us all in no uncertain terms what kind of show it really is (and if you don't know what I'm talking about, be sure to watch the ep befo...

52:"Fire and Blood"(GoT S1E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.041942

This week on Game of Microphones, climb the pyre with Duncan, Kristin, and Travis, and be immersed by the cleansing fire of the Game of Thrones Series Rewatch as we cover the Season 1 finale, “F...

53:"The North Remembers"(GoT S2E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.039445

This week on Game of Microphones’ Series Rewatch join Duncan and Kristin for a special announcement, and to cover Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 1, “The North Remembers”. Seeing the season 2 p...

54:"The Night Lands"(GoT S2E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.037197

This week on Game of Microphones’ Series Rewatch, join Duncan and Kristin as they dive deep into dissection of Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 1, “The Night Lands”. This episode marks the intro...

55:"What Is Dead May Never Die"(GoT S2E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.034692

This week on Game of Microphones Series Rewatch Duncan and Kristin cover Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 3, “What Is Dead May Never Die”. There’s lots of juicy material to analyze this episode ...

56:"Garden of Bones"(GoT S2E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.022994

This week on Game of Microphones Series Rewatch, sneak-attack the Lannisters with Ser Duncan and Lady Kristin as they break down Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 4 “Garden of Bones”. Topics incl...

57:"The Ghost of Harrenhal"(GoT S2E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.018656

This week on Game of Microphones’ Series Rewatch, swear your sword to Ser Duncan & Lady Kristin, and you’ll always have a place in our Raven’s Calls section. We’ll also never ask anything of...

58:"The Old Gods and the New"(GoT S2E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:14.014252

On this weeks Series Rewatch, Ser Duncan and Lady Kristin discuss Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 6, "The Old Gods And The New". There's lots to discuss in this episode of intrigue ...

59:"A Man Without Honor"(GoT S2E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.976006

This week on our Game of Microphones Series Rewatch, murder that cousin that once squired for you, and join Ser Duncan and Lady Kristin to discuss Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 7, "A Man ...

60:"The Prince of Winterfell"(GoT S2E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.971023

This week on our Game of Microphones Series Rewatch, join Lord Stirling, Lady Kristin, and special guest Lady Anwen, First of Her Name, to dissect Game of Thrones Season 2 Episode 8, "The Pr...

61:"Blackwater"(GoT S2E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.854320

Sit back and relax, because for Game of Thrones S2Ep9 "Blackwater", we knocked and loosed a barrage of flaming analysis at you in the form of a monster episode that will engulf a stagger...

62:"Valar Morghulis"(GoT S2E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.674666

This week we have a special episode of our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch covering the Season 2 Finale "Valar Morghulis" and featuring the First of His Name, King Jason of Podcastica! We...

63:"Valar Dohaeris"(GoT S3E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.671707

On this week's installment of our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch, Dunc and K cover the Season 3 premier, "Valar Dohaeris". This episode is chock full of goodness as we meet great new...

64:"Dark Wings, Dark Words"(GoT S3E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.662855

Join us on our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch as we cover S3E02, "Dark Wings, Dark Words". Lots of fun stuff to cover this week with Ser Duncan, Lady Kristin, and Lord Travis, including ...

65:"Walk of Punishment"(GoT S3E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.653623

Join us on this weeks Game of Thrones Series Rewatch as we cover Season 3 Episode 3, "Walk of Punishment". This in depth look covers everything from Pod, the Love Guru, to the Death of t...

66:"And Now His Watch Has Ended"(GoT S3E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.647528

Join us on this weeks installment of our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch as we break down S3Ep04 "And Now His Watch Has Ended" with special guest Rima Jo from Podcastica's Strange Ind...

67:"Kissed by Fire"(GoT S3E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.640177

Join Dunk and K on our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch as we break down S3Ep5 "Kissed by Fire" in detail. We analyze the theme of confession that permeates the entire episode, and cover e...

68:"The Climb"(GoT S3E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.472864

This week on our Game of Thrones Series Rewatch, Ser Duncan and Lady K cover Season 3 Episode 6 "The Climb". Chaos is a ladder and all the occupants of Westeros are desperately scambling...

"The Bear and the Maiden Fair"(GoT S3E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.465643

This week, Kristin and special guest Rima Jo from Podcastica’s Strange Indeed settle in for a nice discussion about Season 3 Episode 7, “The Bear and the Maiden Fair” for our series rewatch. It&...

"Second Sons"(GoT S3E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.462160

You read it right, we're now House Podcastica! As always, our mission is to cover Game of Thrones in-depth, and to have fun doing it.

This week it’s the beginning of wedding season as ...

"The Rains of Castamere"(GoT S3E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.458321

Dracarys! We're lighting this thing up again! Our first new episode in months! Thank you guys so much for being patient, sticking with us, and finding us again. Seriously - we love you guys!...

"Mhysa"(GoT S3E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.447409

Join Kristin and guest Rima as they wrap up our coverage of GoT S3 and then send you to bed without any supper. You look tired.

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"Two Swords"(GoT S4E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.444720

This week, Lucy from The Walking Dead 'Cast joins Kristin in welcoming a new season of Game of Thrones with the season 4 opener, “Two Swords.” Listen in on a fun discussion of the episode, h...

"The Lion and the Rose"(GoT S4E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.437891

Travel with us this week to Kings Landing as Kristin and Rima celebrate Joffrey’s overdue death! Were you satisfied with it like Rima, or did you want a more brutal death like Kristin? We loved ...

"Breaker of Chains"(GoT S4E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.435325

Kristin and Ben break down this week’s episode, “Breaker of Chains” in our continued series rewatch. Were you as outraged as Kristin with the massive departure from the books concerning Cersei a...

"Oathkeeper"(GoT S4E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.432122

This week, first time guest to the show Shawn from Strange Indeed pops by to help Kristin break down and discuss this weeks episode, “Oathbreaker.” Did you catch all the in your face clues about...

"First of His Name"(GoT S4E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.376268

This week, we introduce our new two episodes a week speed, and kick it off with First of His Name! Rima Jo joins Kristin twice this week to discuss Secrets, Betrayal, Manipulation, and a new kin...

"The Laws of Gods and Men"(GoT S4E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.367871

We have arrived at Tyrion’s trial! Join Kristin and Rima as they break down the latest drama in King’s Landing, and prepare for the landscape to drastically change following this episode.

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"Mockingbird"(GoT S4E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.363879

Kristin is joined this week by first time guest, Dave, as they travel around Westeros to discuss Season 4 Episode 7 “Mockingbird.” Listen as they analyze the theme of hope and unbalance, and ult...

"The Mountain and the Viper"(GoT S4E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.355042

Dave returns this week to join Kristin for “The Mountain and the Viper.” It’s a short one this time around, as I’m pretty sure we were both bummed out to watch the episode again! Good thing ther...

"The Watchers on the Wall"(GoT S4E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.351713

This week, Anwen from New Zealand joins the podcast to discuss Season 4 Episode 9, “The Watchers on the Wall.” What an episode to revisit!! Enjoy!

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"The Children"(GoT S4E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.348650

Dave comes back to help Kristin close out season 4 with “The Children.” Lots of theorizing in this one, and the loss of several characters to boot! Enjoy!

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"The Wars to Come"(GoT S5E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.345686

In true full circle fashion, Mr Blahg joins Kristin for the episode that started the original podcast long ago!! Join them as they share the mic for the first tine together and dive right in to ...

"The House of Black and White"(GoT S5E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.341232

Lucy joins Kristin for the voting of the 998th Lord Commander of the Nights Watch... amongst many other people and places for season 5 episode 2, “The House of Black and White,” of our series re...

"High Sparrow"(Got S5E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.272647

This week, Wendy comes back to help discuss Season 5 Episode 3, “High Sparrow,” of our series rewatch. Enjoy our lively discussion of all things Westeros and beyond!

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"Sons of the Harpy"(GoT S5E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.266820

Wendy’s back for another episode with Kristin to kick off the holiday! This week, we say goodbye to one of Dany’s closest advisors, see the rise of the Faith Militant, and the beginning of the e...

"Kill the Boy"(GoT S5E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.257089

Revisit Jorah and Tyrion's fateful encounter with the Stone Men, the beginning of Jon Snow and Tormund Giantsbane's friendship, another burning of one of Daenerys' enemies (Merry Chr...

"Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken"(GoT S5E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.252526

This episode was dreaded for us, right? No one wanted to rewatch it, we didn’t want to discuss it, but something magical happened along the way... Lucy joins Kristin in a surprisingly cathartic ...

"The Gift"(GoT S5E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.246968

We’re finally in 2019 and can say Game of Thrones is happening this year!!! Are you as excited as we are? Kristin and special holiday guest Dave break down Season 5, Episode 7, “The Gift,” of ou...

"Hardhome"(GoT S5E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.242645

We made it to Hardhome, easily one of the top 3 episodes of the entire series! Even looking to the side of the epic battle that is Hardhome, surrounding events are just as worthy of the episode....

"The Dance of Dragons"(GoT S5E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.184413

First time guest host, Avelino joins Kristin to discuss the penultimate episode of season 5, Dance of Dragons of our series rewatch! We begrudgingly breakdown the senseless killing of a beloved ...

"Mother's Mercy"(GoT S5E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:13.178645

House Podcastica is going international again with first time guest host, Derek the Irish from Switzerland for the season 5 finale, Mother’s Mercy. Join Kristin and Derek as they delve into Cers...

"The Red Woman"(GoT S6E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.970167

Archmaester Renny, faithful listener and Gam of Thrones expert, joins Kristin on this book heavy discussion of the Season 6 premiere of our rewatch, “The Red Woman.” Follow us down the Westerosi...

"Home"(GoT S6E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.966752

Rima and Kristin go for the deep dive this episode and discuss everything from Greek mythology and how it relates to Cersei, to Tyrion coming face to face with two dragons (and living!!!), and t...

"Oathbreaker"(GoT S6E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.964217

As we get closer to the season 8 premiere, our discussions begin to get more involved! Avelino joins Kristin this episode for “Oathbreaker,” a truly satisfying episode for those who had a need f...

"Book of the Stranger"(GoT S6E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.961771

Everyone is reuniting, and it feels so good! Kristin and Rima break down “Book of the Stranger” this episode, discussing no less than three reunions, a love letter from the insane, and a big ass...

"The Door"(GoT S6E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.951077

Kristin is joined by Jason this week on our series rewatch, and what an episode to jump in! The Door is all anyone ever needs to say to a Gmae of Thrones fan to elicit tears, and a fist in the a...

"Blood of My Blood"(GoT S6E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.947729

It’s another episode from down under as Kristin is joined by Anwen from New Zealand for season 6, episode 6, “Blood of my Blood.” Listen in as they discuss everything from religious power grabs ...

"The Broken Man"(GoT S6E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.944541

Season 6 is wrapping up in our series rewatch, and we are getting closer each week to the final season! Join Kristin and Rima, as they celebrate the return of The Hound, Olenna delivering some h...

"No One"(GoT S6E8 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.941717

Five time guest Wendy “Super Fan” Eppers joins Kristin this week to discuss “No One” of our series rewatch! Lots of movement in this episode as the season begins to wind down before the last two...

"Battle of the Bastards"(GoT S6E9 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.932174

We have arrived at the best hour of television, quite possibly ever aired, in the history of television. Shawn from Strange Indeed joins Kristin for the rewatch of Battle of the Bastards, an epi...

"The Winds of Winter"(GoT S6E10 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.929450

David of Westworld 'Cast joins Kristin to discuss the season 6 finale episode, “The Winds of Winter.” Together they break down the careful layout of the next season with kings and queens bei...

"Dragonstone"(GoT S7E1 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.926565

Lucy joins Kristin this week, (YAY!!!) for the season 7 premiere of our rewatch, “Dragonstone!!” We talk about the brother/sister parallels between King’s Landing and Winterfell, the surprise ca...

"Stormborn"(GoT S7E2 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.923325

One week closer to the season 8 premiere! This week, Avelino drops by to discuss Season 7, Episode 2, “Stormborn,” of our series rewatch, and as a special treat, past guests Rima and Derek join ...

"The Queen's Justice"(GoT S7E3 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.919865

Kristin is joined by Rima Jo this week to discuss all things Westeros for season 7 episode 3, “The Queen’s Justice.” This season is in full swing with a meeting for the ages, the only death scen...

"The Spoils of War"(GoT S7E4 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.773953

If you think you love her voicemails, Archmaester Renny really brings it this week when joining Kristin for the breakdown and discussion of Season 7, Episode 4, “Spoils of War.” We go over theme...

"Eastwatch"(GoT S7E5 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.767519

This week, Dave of House Hal joins Kristin to take a walk to Eastwatch-by-the-sea! We are getting so close, that every week seems longer and longer until the premiere! To help pass the time, we ...

"Beyond the Wall"(GoT S7E6 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.761361

It is the penultimate episode of season 7, and for the entire rewatch itself! Anwen from New Zealand joins Kristin this week, and they discuss this beautiful, tragic, badass episode that is “Bey...

"The Dragon and the Wolf"(GoT S7E7 Rewatch) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.758507

And now our rewatch has ended...

Well, we made it to the end!! After 66 episodes, we’ve reached the 67th and to help close it all out, Steve stops by to discuss “The Dragon and the Wolf.” ...

Our Hopes and Dreams for the Final Season (Game of Thrones) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.742423

In this special extra episode, Kristin, Jason, and special guest Rima go over their hopes and dreams for the next 6 weeks of epic television to come! Will Jon and Danaerys come to terms with the...

"Winterfell"(Game of Thrones S8E1) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.463039

GoT is back! The final season of our beloved show begins with a phenomenal episode, with long-desired reunions, long-secret revelations, some startlingly creepy moments, and so much to unpack! H...

"A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms"(Game of Thrones S8E2) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.427039

What an episode, right?? Anwen joins Kristin and Jason this week to break down the latest in Westeros, Season 8, Episode 2, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.” We go over some big themes, celebrat...

"The Long Night"(Game of Thrones S8E3) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.354965

This week's incredible episode, The Long Night, was a thing of beauty and terror. Settle in with Kristin, Jason, and returning guest co-host Mr. Blahg to talk it out!

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Bonus: And Now Their Watch Has Ended.... (Game of Thrones) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.319305

And now their watch has ended… we just couldn’t go without taking some time to say a proper goodbye to those who will never see the dawn rise from The Long Night. Kristin and Lucy talk about all...

"The Last of the Starks"(Game of Thrones S8E4) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.167210

Need a support group after this week's episode? Kristin, Jason, and special guest Wendy are here to help.

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"The Bells"(Game of Thrones S8E5) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.132506

Alright, time to process! Some wildly differing opinions and thoughts from Jason, Kristin, and special guest Rima on this week's bombshell of an episode, just like among all you guys. Hope y...

"The Iron Throne"(Game of Thrones S8E6) from 2022-03-07T14:51:12.129258

No matter how we all feel about the last episode, what a ride it has been through Westeros these last 9 years... reflect, rejoice and revolt with us as Kristin, Jason and David unpack a truly he...

"Chapter 1: The Mandalorian"(The Mandalorian S1E1) from 2022-03-07T14:51:11.861073

He's a lone bounty hunter just trying to make a living in the lawless aftermath of the fall of the Empire, and Chris, Richard, and Jason are here for it! Join us for our coverage of the firs...

Zack Snyder's Justice League from 2022-03-07T14:51:10.734316

This episode I brought on three of my closest, oldest, most super friends — Dan, Rich, and Eric — to talk about the recently released 4-hour marathon of a movie: Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Yo...

"In the Name of Honor" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E7) from 2022-02-12T20:50:25

Here we are, we’ve made it to the final chapter in The Book of Boba Fett. Lots to love about this episode and the series as a whole, but also a lot that we maybe wish were handled a little diffe...

"From the Desert Comes a Stranger" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E6) from 2022-02-05T23:00:31

Another super cool episode this week, with very little Boba Fett, but so much to geek out on!

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"The Fall" & "The Rise" (Cobra Kai S4E9&10) from 2022-02-01T01:43:24

Wow, what a finale! The tournament of all tournaments. And so much to talk about. We’re joined by our longtime friend Dan to talk it all out.

And that’s it for our coverage of Cobra Kai fo...

"Return of The Mandalorian" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E5) from 2022-01-29T00:18:29

Well, Mando took over the show this week and we thought it was glorious. A little strange to shunt the main character aside for a week, but who are we to argue with great TV?

Support and g...

"Minefields" & "Party Time" (Cobra Kai S4E7&8) from 2022-01-24T20:28:39

As parents and with Richard being a teacher, some of the issues raised in this series and in these couple of episodes in particular, specifically around screen dependencies, really hit us close ...

"The Gathering Storm" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E4) from 2022-01-21T22:49:15

A step up this week as The Book of Boba Fett wraps up Boba Fett’s backstory, and gives us a few awesome scenes in the process. Happy to be joined this week by our friend Jonathan Bookillil.

"Sic Transit Gloria Mundi" (Yellowjackets S1E10) from 2022-01-18T09:52:39

Season one of our obsession ends, a whole lot happened, and we’ve got a lot to say about all of it. It’s a long podcast, but we promise it’s all meat. 

Hope you guys enjoyed our coverage. ...

"Match Point" & "Kicks Get Chicks" (Cobra Kai S4E5&6) from 2022-01-18T05:33:30

We’re not sure why it didn’t occur to us that Cobra Kai would give us a tournament-style rematch between Daniel and Johnny, but how kickass is it that it did?!! So great. Also this week, Johnny ...

"The Streets of Mos Espa" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E3) from 2022-01-14T22:34:09

Definitely some cool moments in this week’s episode, particularly of the Wookie persuasion, and some insight into the details of the power players in Mos Espa, but we’re questioning whether ther...

"Doomcoming" (Yellowjackets S1E9) from 2022-01-11T07:54:28

How does this show keep getting crazier and more f@#!d up every single week?! What a ride! Join Wendy, Penny, and newcomer Kat this week for some more Yellowjackets admiration. 

Announceme...

"The Learn Fly" & "Bicephaly" (Cobra Kai S4E3&4) from 2022-01-10T20:38:25

Of course Johnny is an Iceman guy over Maverick, lol. Rima and Rich and I are having as much fun as ever podcasting about another excellent season of Cobra Kai. In these two eps, we noticed they...

"The Tribes of Tatooine" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E2) from 2022-01-08T09:42:04

So much going on this week in an extra-long ep of Boba Fett: a train heist, a vision quest via nose lizard, Twin Hutts horning in on Boba Fett’s territory, a bar fight, and possibly a deeper und...

"Flight of the Bumblebee" (Yellowjackets S1E8) from 2022-01-05T02:18:48

Another brilliant episode of Yellowjackets this week. Tragic, horrifying, funny, touching, with deepening of character, and at least one mystery definitively answered. Made us wish we could watc...

"Let's Begin" & "First Learn Stand" (Cobra Kai S4E1&2) from 2022-01-03T20:50:27

Cobra Kai is back! This is one of our favorite shows to watch and to podcast about, and these first two episodes did not disappoint! Johnny Lawrence getting the Miyagi-do chore-style training tr...

"The Eye of the World" (The Wheel of Time S1E8) from 2022-01-03T15:52:45

The end of the first season is here, and reviews are...mixed. Some great heavy acting from mainstays and favorite characters, mingled with some pretty confusing lingo and concepts led to some d...

"Stranger in a Strange Land" (The Book of Boba Fett S1E1) from 2021-12-31T11:26:13

After nearly 40 years since the introduction of one the coolest Star Wars characters ever, Boba Fett returns with his own series! Run by John Favreau, who knocked it out of the park with The Man...

"No Compass" (Yellowjackets S1E7) from 2021-12-28T09:54:03

Yellowjackets this week was at times thrilling, funny, awkward, shocking, and heartbreaking, among other things. Join Daphne, Wendy, and Alex to talk it through. Buzz buzz buzz.

Support an...

"Saints" (Yellowjackets S1E6) from 2021-12-22T07:11:39

Join Jason and Daphne for our first full-episode coverage of this show that we’ve come to be so obsessed with. Intrigue, insanity, romance, possible clairvoyance, kidnapping, the lady in the tre...

"The Dark Along the Ways" (The Wheel of Time S1E7) from 2021-12-21T06:05:15

The Dragon Reborn is finally revealed!! Ben returns with Wendy and Greg to discuss an amazing opening sequence and their take on the the penultimate episode of this season. From a battle in the...

Yellowjackets S1E1-5 Catch-Up from 2021-12-16T06:35:02

Surprise, we’re covering another series!

A bunch of us got into this new Showtime show Yellowjackets, and even though it’s already halfway through it’s initial 10-episode season we liked ...

"The Flame of Tar Valon" (The Wheel of Time S1E6) from 2021-12-14T03:45:08

From learning the White Tower power structure and politics, to sucking the Dark out of Mat and kicking Moiraine out of the Tower, to the Aes Sedai Boss Bitch and a giant stone Portal in the midd...

"The Flame of Tar Valon" (The Wheel of Time S1:E6) from 2021-12-14T03:45:08

From learning the White Tower power structure and politics, to sucking the Dark out of Mat and kicking Moiraine out of the Tower, to the Aes Sedai Boss Bitch and a giant stone Portal in the midd...

"Blood Calls Blood" (The Wheel of Time: S1E5) from 2021-12-06T19:06:51

Our adventurers have finally reached the White Tower and it's host city of Tar Valon, and it's not quite what we expected. Between meeting a talkative Ogier (O-gear, apparently), Nynaev...

"The Dragon Reborn" (The Wheel of Time: S1E4) from 2021-12-03T05:02:16

The series hits it's stride with the introduction of Logain, the self-proclaimed Dragon Reborn, an introduction to the male half of the Source, three storylines and one hell of a battle scen...

"A Place of Safety" (The Wheel of Time S1E3) from 2021-11-28T12:23:10

The final of the opening gamut of introductory episodes splits our party after the events of Shadar Logoth, and introduces some new ideas, concepts and characters. Greg, Wendy and Ben delve dee...

"Shadow's Waiting" (The Wheel of Time S1E2) from 2021-11-23T20:58:04

A bit darker and more ominous, this episode impressed a little more than the premiere. Greg, Wendy and Ben dig a little deeper into the revelation of the lore of this world, the eloquence of th...

"Leavetaking" (The Wheel of Time S1E1) from 2021-11-22T21:31:42

The series premiere of The Wheel of Time is here and it seems like that Amazon money has gone to good use in this production of a beloved fantasy book series. Join Greg, Wendy and Ben as they e...

Intro to The Wheel of Time from 2021-11-12T23:23:39

Next up on House Podcastica: The Wheel of Time! This new series based on Robert Jordan’s bestselling fantasy novels is coming to Amazon Prime starting on Nov 19. In this episode, join your hosts...

"What If... The Watcher Broke His Oath?" (What If...? S1E9) from 2021-10-13T20:35:40

It’s the final boss fight of “What If…?” and it’s glorious! Join me and my good pals Rich and Eric to talk it out. 

Thanks to all of you who’ve been listening for “What If…?” I really enjo...

"What If... Ultron Won?" (What If...? S1E8) from 2021-10-01T19:59:34

Intense episode this week as the all-powerful Ultron decides to pretty much kill everyone everywhere - ah, peace. :) Glad to be joined this week by the inimitable Ben Beck! And stay tuned to the...

"What If... Thor Were an Only Child?" (What If...? S1E7) from 2021-09-24T23:08:34

It's a party this week as I mix things up by joining the crew over at TV Podcast Industries, Derek, John, and Chris, to talk about this week's Animal House of an episode. Whoop! Whoop! Listen

"What If... Killmonger Rescued Tony Stark?" (What If...? S1E6) from 2021-09-17T06:27:27

Really fascinating this week seeing Tony Stark and Killmonger team up (well, for awhile) - as Tony says, two gear-head orphans trying to do right by their fathers, but as Killmonger points out, ...

"What If... Zombies?!" (What If...? S1E5) from 2021-09-10T05:14:49

It’s zombies and superheroes. What more could you want? (And they did a fantastic job with it too!) 

Happy to be joined this week by my zombie-loving friends, Daphne and Wendy. The Handmai...

"What If... Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead of His Hands?" (S1E4) from 2021-09-03T04:28:01

It’s Doctor Strange going to extremes! These seem to be getting darker and darker, don’t they? I kinda love it. Only in a “What If…?” story could you do something like this. 

Happy to be j...

"What If... Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead of His Hands?" (What If...? S1E4) from 2021-09-03T04:28:01

It’s Doctor Strange going to extremes! These seem to be getting darker and darker, don’t they? I kinda love it. Only in a “What If…?” story could you do something like this. 

Happy to be j...

“What If… The World Lost It’s Mightiest Heroes?” (What If...? S1E3) from 2021-08-27T18:59:20

Whoa, this was a dark one. Basically, what if the MCU got majorly effed up right from the start. And it was pretty great! Happy to be joined by Rima and Jonathan to talk about this episode. We’r...

“What If…. T’Challa Became a Star-Lord?” (What If...? S1E2) from 2021-08-20T07:28:36

A great and yet bittersweet episode this week in that it’s one of Chadwick Boseman’s final performances as The Black Panther (word is the character will make appearances in more episodes this se...

“What If... Captain Carter Were The First Avenger?” (What If...? S1E1) from 2021-08-13T08:33:51

Thrilled to start House Podcastica’s coverage of our very first Marvel Cinematic Universe Show, “What If…?”, exploring alternate possibilities in the stories all of us Marvel fans know so well. ...

Bruce Miller (Showrunner of The Handmaid's Tale) from 2021-07-09T21:26:53

We’re beyond thrilled to welcome The Handmaid’s Tale showrunner Bruce Miller to the podcast. Unsurprisingly, he was a pleasure to talk to, and of course had a lot of fascinating things to say ab...

"The Wilderness" (Handmaid's Tale S4E10) from 2021-06-18T22:15:39

Wow. WOW! What an incredibly intense finale. Dark? Yes. Cathartic? We thought so. 

We had such a great time podcasting about Handmaid’s Tale this season - because of the high qu...

"Progress" (Handmaid's Tale S4E9) from 2021-06-11T17:58:20

More unexpected, crazy events this week, like June reuniting with Nick, the return of Esther, and f%#ng Fred getting a reprieve, among other things. We’re incredibly thrilled to have the amazing...

"Testimony" (Handmaid's Tale S4E8) from 2021-06-03T06:41

So fascinating to see how June’s presence in Canada impacts the people around her — Luke, Fred & Serena, Emily and the women of the support group. Even with June safely out of Gilead, the sh...

"Home" (Handmaid's Tale S4E7) from 2021-05-27T09:46:43

Another intense, incredible, unpredictable episode this week. At times way darker than we realized it would be once June got to Canada (but we should have known, right?), and of course there was...

"Vows" (Handmaid's Tale S4E6) from 2021-05-20T08:36:27

Monumental rollercoaster ride of an episode this week, and we are so excited to talk it through!

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"Chicago" (Handmaid's Tale S4E5) from 2021-05-13T04:24:58

A rollercoaster ride of an episode this week with movement on several fronts, tension, emotional moments, and a few surprises. Join Daphne, Wendy, and Jason to talk it through.

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"Milk" (Handmaid's Tale S4E4) from 2021-05-06T06:05:50

We predicted torture by milk this week and we were not too far off. We all really liked the episode though, showing us new things about the characters and the dynamics between them. And we espec...

“Pigs” "Nightshade” “The Crossing” (Handmaid's Tale S4E1-3) from 2021-04-29T03:44:31

The Handmaid’s Tale is back! And we’re excited to be talking about it. Join Daphne, Wendy, and Jason for this marathon episode covering the first three episodes of season four, “Pigs,” “Nightsha...

The Handmaid's Tale Seasons 1-3 Catch-Up from 2021-04-18T05:54:10

The Handmaid’s Tale season 4 is coming soon, and we’re excited to be podcasting about it. We think this show is important, amazing, and highly disturbing, and that it’s incredibly well-crafted, ...

Zack Snyder's Justice League from 2021-03-23T21:49:56

This episode I brought on three of my closest, oldest, most super friends — Dan, Rich, and Eric — to talk about the recently released 4-hour marathon of a movie: Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Yo...

"Feel the Night"/"December 19" (Cobra Kai S3E9&10) from 2021-01-31T03:35:48

Holy crap, what a great couple of episodes to cap off an awesome season! So many great moments. There are a lot of shows and movies capitalizing on our nostalgia these days, but for our money, C...

"Obstáculos"/"The Good, the Bad, and the Badass" (Cobra Kai S3E7&8) from 2021-01-24T08:59:40

Johnny and Daniel are back being senseis again in these couple of episodes, and all the kids, wives, and girlfriends are onboard. We look at how that happened and whether we think it’s justified...

"Miyagi-Do"/"King Cobra" (Cobra Kai S3E5&6) from 2021-01-17T05:34:24

Another great couple of episodes: Kreese’s formative experience in Vietnam, Johnny figuring out the whole Facebook thing, and Daniel facing off with another longtime rival, Chozen. Live or die, ...

"Now You're Gonna Pay"/"The Right Path" (Cobra Kai S3E3&4) from 2021-01-10T08:43:47

A couple more awesome episodes this week, at times funny, touching, intense, sad, and joyous. And Daniel returns to Okinawa! 

Happy to be joined this week by special guest Steve...

"Aftermath"/"Nature Vs. Nurture" (Cobra Kai S3E1&2) from 2021-01-03T07:10:24

Cobra Kai starts off a little heavier than usual, but what do you expect after a school-wide karate war between Daniel and Johnny’s students puts one of them in a coma! Still, we found a lot to ...

"Chapter 16: The Rescue" (The Mandalorian S2E8) from 2020-12-20T07:06:24

What can we say, here’s an enthusiastic toast to John Favreau, Dave Filoni, and the entire cast and crew of The Mandalorian for a fantastic season and an especially incredible episode of televis...

"Chapter 15: The Believer" (The Mandalorian S2E7) from 2020-12-13T05:49:17

An episode with Mando out of his armor and without Baby Yoda, as Din Djarin comes to terms with what’s most important in his life. 

Thanks to our friend Kirk Manley for joining ...

"Chapter 14: The Tragedy" (The Mandalorian S2E6) from 2020-12-06T07:13:54

The stakes are raised this week as tragedy strikes for the Mandalorian in another amazing episode. 

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"Chapter 13: The Jedi" (The Mandalorian S2E5) from 2020-11-29T04:55:43

It’s sci-fi, samurai, old west goodness this week with a huge helping of revelations and connections to the larger Star Wars universe thrown in, in a stunning new episode of The Mandalorian!  Listen

"Chapter 12: The Siege" (The Mandalorian S2E4) from 2020-11-22T07:06:18

Can this show get any cuter, more action-packed, and geekily satisfying with all it's Star Wars tropes and easter eggs? This week it's definitely maxing out on all three. 

"Chapter 11: The Heiress" (The Mandalorian S2E3) from 2020-11-15T09:02:32

A thrilling, intense, fun, action-packed, funny, revealing episode this week with some badass cameos tying in to The Clone Wars. What more could you want from this series? A+!

S...

"Chapter 10: The Passenger" (The Mandalorian S2E2) from 2020-11-08T08:37:22

The Mandalorian shifts into a creepy horror/creature-feature vibe this week, with a side helping of eggs. Yummy.

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"Chapter 9: The Marshal" (The Mandalorian S2E1) from 2020-11-01T08:31:07

Rich, Chris, and Jason are excited to be back for more of The Mandalorian, and thrilled that the first episode is that same blend of classic old west, sci-fi adventure, and Star Wars Easter eggs...

"Pulpo"/"No Mercy" (Cobra Kai S2E9&10) from 2020-09-20T05:49

Our coverage of Cobra Kai culminates in a massive high school karate war! Thanks to all of you who came along with us for this show, and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. The plan is to ...

"Lull"/"Glory of Love" (Cobra Kai S2E7&8) from 2020-09-12T00:46:20

Love and war this week as both sides train for battle and romance is in the air. 

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"All In"/"Take a Right" (Cobra Kai S2E5&6) from 2020-09-05T07:19:22

Kreese stokes all kinds of trouble in these couple of episodes, culminating in an aggravated Hawk desecrating some of the sacred artifacts of the Karate Kid franchise. Meanwhile, Johnny hangs ou...

“Fire and Ice”/“The Moment of Truth” (Cobra Kai S2E3&4) from 2020-09-01T03:46:32

Daniel is blocked at every turn as he attempts to get some students interested in Miyagi-Do Karate. Meanwhile, Johnny discovers the Internet! :)

This podcast is made possible by...

"Mercy Part II"/"Back in Black" (Cobra Kai S2E1&2) from 2020-08-28T04:34:13

We’re back for season 2 of Cobra Kai, now on Netflix! In the aftermath of the All Valley Karate Tournament, disgraced Cobra Kai sensei John Kreese is back. Meanwhile Daniel is itching to get Miy...

The Karate Kid Part III from 2020-08-14T06:26:07

What can I say about this movie? There’s a surprising amount that the show Cobra Kai draws from it. And I actually did find little nuggets of that old Karate Kid magic in it. But mostly it’s a h...

The Karate Kid Part II from 2020-07-31T22:45:41

We’re waiting to cover Cobra Kai S2 until later this month when it makes the move over to Netflix so more of you guys will have easy access to it.

In the meantime, we’re going back to the...

"Different but Same"/"Mercy" (Cobra Kai S1E9&10) from 2020-07-16T19:48:43

Cobra Kai season one culminates in some righteous head bopping to REO Speedwagon -- oh yeah, and the 50th Annual All Valley Karate Tournament! We're joined this episode by special guest Dan Watm...

"All Valley"/"Molting" (Cobra Kai S1E7&8) from 2020-07-10T19:02:03

Who's the man? I'm the man! Oh s#!t, are you the man too?! High five! These couple of episodes had all of us feeling pretty great. Fun, funny, and sometimes even moving. 

This podcast is ...

"Counterbalance"/"Quiver" (Cobra Kai S1E5&6) from 2020-07-03T19:37:08

Where's that line between tough love and just being a giant dick? Both Johnny and Daniel seem to cross over that line regularly, and lucky for us, it's a lot of fun to watch. 

This podcas...

"Esqueleto"/"Cobra Kai Never Dies" (Cobra Kai S1E3&4) from 2020-06-26T08:33:41

Johnny shows some heart in these episodes, in his own misguided way of course, and the focus shifts over to the younger crowd. Plus, lotsa dick jokes.

This podcast is made possible by lis...

"Ace Degenerate"/"Strike First" (Cobra Kai S1E1&2) from 2020-06-19T20:46:12

We kick off our coverage of the delightful, funny, clever, irreverent, kick-ass series, Cobra Kai!

This podcast is made possible by listeners like you (and you too) who have supported us ...

The Karate Kid from 2020-06-16T09:04:32

For a change of pace in these heavy times, for our next show we decided to cover something fun and light and uplifting. Welcome to House Podcastica: Cobra Kai Edition! Richard, Rima, and Jason w...

"Crisis Theory" (Westworld S3E8) from 2020-05-06T04:44:23

Is this show in crisis? We have a few theories. Enjoy!

PS Thanks everyone for listening to us cover this season of Westworld. We had a lot of fun with it and we appreciate all of you guys...

"Passed Pawn" (Westworld S3E7) from 2020-04-29T05:51:22

Nothing like a sultry-voiced, snarky French AI to spice up an episode. The Caleb stuff was drawn out and we had some other  complaints, but we found a lot to appreciate and to ponder, and we're ...

"Decoherence" (Westworld S3E6) from 2020-04-22T07:29:16

Group therapy, Man-in-Black style this week, in what may have been our favorite episode of the season. And that includes our special guest Dianna of the Aim for the Head podcast and House Podcas...

"Genre" (Westworld S3E5) from 2020-04-15T06:55:01

Big character revelations and huge progress in Dolores' plans to conquer the world this week - but the show is feeling a little same-y. Next week I might pop a Genre before I watch.

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"The Mother of Exiles" (Westworld S3E4) from 2020-04-08T06:35:47

An action-packed, fun-filled episode this week, with revelations about Dolores, and also Dolores, and Dolores. Plus, is this really the end of the game for the Man in Black? 

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"The Absence of Field" (Westworld S3E3) from 2020-04-01T05:28:30

Not our very favorite episode, but we had fun speculating who is seeing Charlotte Hale when she looks in the mirror, and we found a lot more to like too (that Transformer-like riot-bot was parti...

"The Winter Line" (Westworld S3E2) from 2020-03-25T06:09:27

Fun episode this week, with Bernard and Stubbs on a buddy adventure, the return of Lee Sizemore, and Maeve triumphantly working her way through an ever unfolding experience of reality.

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"Parce Domine" (Westworld S3E1) from 2020-03-18T07:25:25

It's a sleek new cyberpunk world where beautifully enticing technology traps us in it's oppressive algorithms. Oh, and the real gods are coming, and they're very angry. Join David and Jason as w...

Westworld Seasons One & Two Catch-Up from 2020-03-14T02:14:01

Wait, let's step back through that door and take a look around again before we head out into the New World, shall we?

Hello and welcome to the newest show for House Podcastica, Westworld!...

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker from 2020-01-05T16:20:54

A little while ago (in a galaxy very nearby) we were joined by Erik aka Mr. Blahg to record our coverage of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and here it is! Hope you enjoy.

And thanks fo...

"Chapter 8: Redemption" (The Mandalorian S1E8) from 2019-12-29T06:47:21

God rest ye merry metal heart IG-11. We pour one out for you and for an awesome season ender too. Thanks from me, Richard, and Chris to all you guys who listened to us for the season! We had a t...

"Chapter 7: The Reckoning" (The Mandalorian S1E7) from 2019-12-21T19:38:10

Phenomenal episode this week with an amazingly tense cliffhanger (and the sad possible loss of a beloved character), and Richard, Chris, special guest and longtime friend Eric, and I all had so ...

"Chapter 6: The Prisoner" (The Mandalorian S1E6) from 2019-12-14T05:26:06

Prison break! Some really cool characters and a ton of great moments in this week's episode. 

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"Chapter 5: The Gunslinger" (The Mandalorian S1E5) from 2019-12-08T06:55:16

Rima joins Chris, Jason, and Rich this week to talk about The Mandalorian Chapter 5: The Gunslinger. And with the return to this iconic location and many of the trappings of Star Wars, there's a...

"Chapter 4: Sanctuary" (The Mandalorian S1E4) from 2019-12-01T06:14:32

Some cool new characters, a scary challenge, and a test of the Mandalorian's faith this week, plus even more cuteness than we thought possible. The cuteness is killing us.

Also, check out...

"Chapter 3: The Sin" (The Mandalorian S1E3) from 2019-11-24T07:09:50

Major turning point for our intrepid adventurer this week, in an exciting and game-changing episode. Join Rich, Chris, and Jason as we dive deep. This is the Way!

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"Chapter 2: The Child" (The Mandalorian S1E2) from 2019-11-17T08:11:05

This week the Mandalorian finds himself-DAMN that little Yoda baby is so cuuuuute! We can hardly stand it. D'awwwww!

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The Handmaid's Tale (Novel:Part Two) from 2019-11-03T20:54:48

This week, Liz and Dianna finally finish up their discussion of the book “The Handmaids Tale”. In this episode, they’ll be discussing their top five moments from the second half of the...

The Handmaid's Tale (Novel:Part One) from 2019-09-06T08:02:20

This week, Liz and Dianna start their discussion of the book “The Handmaids Tale”. In this episode, we discuss our top five moments from the first half of Margaret Atwood’s cl...

"Mayday" (Handmaid's Tale S3E13) from 2019-08-17T17:48:23

It’s Mayday. And Lizzie and Dianna are ready to talk it out, heck - they're ready to cry it out! Grab some kleenex, and get ready as they discuss the season 3 finale “Mayday. Blessed b...

"Sacrifice" (Handmaid's Tale S3E12) from 2019-08-09T04:18:56

This week, the word of the day is sacrifice. What will June sacrifice to achieve her goal? What will Serena sacrifice just to be with Nicole again? And what will the rest of them ultim...

"Liars" (Handmaid's Tale S3E11) from 2019-08-03T19:23:31