Dragon 'Cast: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

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

As A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms reaches its halfway point, Rennie, Veronica, and Wendy return to discuss Episode 3, “The Squire.” This episode of Dragon ’Cast continues the hosts’ thoughtful, long-form coverage of the series as the story and characters continue to take shape. The discussion focuses on how the episode fits into the larger arc of the season, character relationships as they stand at this midpoint, and the overall tone and direction of the show so far. The episode concludes with a Book Talk segment comparing the series to George R. R. Martin’s 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. Next up: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E4 “Seven”. 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 the premiere of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, exploring a quieter, more personal corner of George R. R. Martin’s world. In this episode, Rennie, Veronica, and Wendy cover “The Hedge Knight,” discussing the introduction of Dunk and Egg, the meaning of knighthood beyond titles, and how this series shifts the focus away from dragons and thrones toward character, honor, and moral choice. They examine the tone of the show, the world it establishes, and how it compares to earlier Westeros stories. As always, Dragon ’Cast delivers thoughtful analysis, adaptation discussion, and thematic exploration as the journey begins. Next up: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E2 “Hard Salt Beef”. 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, Renny, and Veronica talk the season 2 finale, S2E8 “The Queen Who Ever Was”.Thanks so much to everyone who listened, wrote, or called in this season! If you'd like to continue the conversation, check out our Facebook group 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 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

Renny, Veronica, and…. Rima (!) talk S2E6 “Smallfolk”.  Next up: HotD S2E7. 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 S2E4 “The Red Dragon and the Gold”.  Next up: HotD S2E5. 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 this episode of the podcast, Rennie, Veronica, and Wendy dive into the thrilling events of "House of the Dragon" Season 2, Episode 2, titled "Rhaenyra the Cruel." The hosts explore the dramatic developments and key moments that define this episode.     Next up: HotD S2E3! 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

House of the Dragon season 2 premieres in just a few days! To get ready, Wendy, Renny and Veronica are here to talk about our thoughts about the first season, to talk through the dueling trailers, and our hopes and fears for the coming season. We also have some news about House of the Dragon, and some listener feedback.Next up: HotD S2E1 “A Son for a Son”! 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

This week was full of political scheming and we got a new dragon that knows how to make an entrance! Take a long walk in Flea Bottom with Kristin and Rima for S1E9 "The Green Council" 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

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

A super sized episode this week! Take a deep dive with Kristin and Rima for S1E7 "Driftmark" from House of the Dragon! We also take a deep dive in 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

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

Kristin and Rima take a deep dive in this week's episode S1E5 "We Light the Way" from House of the Dragon! What's a Westerosi wedding without a little bloodshed? We're gonna talk about it. 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