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Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and character arcs or tracing influences across decades of fantasy and sci-fi stories, Jo and Mal will be here weekly with Deep Dives into new nerd culture releases, nostalgic revisitations of their favorite tales in fandom, Tropes Course examinations, Hall of Fame inductions, Hype Meters, drafts, mailbags, watch lists, top moments countdowns, recommendations, and more.

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The 2025 Hype Draft

The 2025 Hype Draft

2025-01-2202:11:41

Mal and Jo are set to draft their most hyped films, TV, and everything in between of 2025! Sean Fennessey and Ben Lindbergh also join in to add to the annual chaos that is picking from the best the new year has to offer (26:01). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh and Sean Fennessey Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Supervision: John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Addition Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's time for the jabber jabber about the final two episodes of 'Skeleton Crew' with Jo and Mal! Our hosts take a look at the exciting finale of the latest 'Star Wars' show with their opening snapshot thoughts on the season as a whole (09:05). Later they dive deep into the back story of Jod, the kids making it back home, and what could be next in a galaxy far, far away (27:50). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It may be January, but the holiday season continues inside the 'House of R!' Mal and Jo have a holiday gift swap, exchanging a beloved season of television that the recipient had yet to see! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Jessie Lopez Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Just imagine a place where you could hear a patented Deep Dive on not one, but TWO episodes of 'Skeleton Crew!' That’s right—'House of R' is back in 2025, as Mal and Jo join with the shanty-singing Jod, KB, Neel, and the rest of the Skeleton Crew to discuss the two latest episodes of the hit 'Star Wars' series! After a rollicking Opening Snapshot going over first impressions (09:21), Mal and Jo dive deep on both episodes (21:59), with more than a couple sprinklings of Theory Corner to boot! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Mike Wargon Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Top 10 Moments of 2024!

The Top 10 Moments of 2024!

2024-12-3001:43:49

Mal and Jo are back on their final pod of the year to count down and relive their top magical storytelling moments of 2024! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes the sands are cruel. Today, Mal and Jo are here to recap and react to the final episode of ‘Dune: Prophecy.’ They then break down the winners and losers of this season. And while it might have been underwhelming, they can always find the silver sand lining. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
No more fighting! Jo and Mal are here to dive deep into the fourth episode of 'Skeleton Crew'! They break down all the new hijinks these crazy kids get up to and discuss their favorite Easter eggs. Later, they're joined by Ben Lindbergh for a Lore Corner! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Arise, listeners of the Mark! Mal and Jo are here to announce and rank their most pleasant surprises of 2024 (12:24) before diving back into Middle-earth for their review of the epic new anime film 'The War of the Rohirrim' (35:37). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: John Richter and Steve Ahlman Video Editor: John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All aboard the Stinky Cinder - it’s time to dive deep with Mal and Jo as they discuss Episode 3 of 'Skeleton Crew,' (14:07). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh for a journey to hidden worlds of Star Wars with Lore Corner (01:46:45) and some Easter Eggs (02:08:37)! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh Producers: John Richter and Mike Wargon Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mal and Jo are back to talk about Episode 4 of ‘Dune: Prophecy’! But first, they break down the trailer for Season 2 of ‘Severance.’ They talk about what they’re most excited about from the trailer, and theories for the season (7:25). Then, they dive into 'Dune' by discussing six questions they have about the show (31:09).  Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin  Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter  Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie  Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal  Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It is time to set sail across the stars with Mal and Jo as they dive into Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Skeleton Crew,' the latest 'Star Wars' adventure (07:07). Later, they are joined by Ben Lindbergh for a dive into the 'Star Wars' lore corner about the mysterious planet our heroes come from (1:38:21). After that, Joanna chats with showrunners Jon Watts and Christopher Ford to discuss the pirate story inspirations for this swashbuckling tale (1:52:33). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh, Jon Watts, and Christopher Ford Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sisterhood above all! After that, it will be Ben and Van coming in to chat with Joanna about the latest episodes of 'Dune: Prophecy'. First, Ben Lindbergh comes in for a chat with Jo about the latest plot and themes of the new HBO drama (07:01). Later, Van Lathan drops by to talk about his experience with the Dune books and lore and how it can inform this new show (1:02:18). Host: Joanna Robinson Guests: Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get your brooms and swords ready! It is time to dive into the movie double feature of the weekend. 'Gladiator II' and 'Wicked' are taking the world by storm, and Jo and Mal are here to give you their thoughts on both blockbuster spectacles. They also play a little game of Name That Thigh. 'Gladiator II' (10:15) 'Wicked' (1:01:58) Name That Thigh (2:00:06) Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All aboard the hype train! Mal and Jo are here to once again let the hype flow through them as they rank the things that they are most looking forward to this winter season! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fear remains the mind-killer, Jo and Mal are here to lead you through the desert once again as they dive semi-deep into the first episode of 'Dune: Prophecy.' Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes, you just have to make your way through a pile of corpses. Thankfully, Jo and Rob Mahoney are here to get you across as they take a look at the first episode of the second season of the Apple TV+ drama "Silo". They first discuss what they thought of the first season a a whole before diving into the stunning first episode along with all its twists and turns. Hosts: Joanna Robinson Guest: Rob Mahoney Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman, John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We're on top of the world, Ma! Mal and Jo are here with us too, here to give us a deep dive into the finale of 'The Penguin'! They break down what they thought of the gangbusters finale before a special interview with showrunner Lauren LeFranc! Opening snapshot (00:00) Deep dive (00:00) Lauren LeFranc joins the show (00:00) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Lauren LeFranc Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, Aleya Aleya Zenieris, and Felipe Guilhermino Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ignite your lightsabers, because cohosts Ryan Condal (House of the Dragon) and David Mandel (Veep, Curb Your Enthusiasm) of 'The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of' are here to share their insights on the art of collecting. Then, Ryan, David, Jo, and Mal each share their most coveted props from genre shows and films, including their top picks for wearables, weapons, MacGuffins, and more! Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guests: Ryan Condal and David Mandel Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's time to sip some orange wine! Mal and Jo rejoin to discuss the latest batch of 'The Penguin' episodes before the season finale and hand out their superlatives. Favorite Episode (14:30) Favorite Scene (20:00) Favorite Oz and Sofia Quotes (35:25) Most Compelling Character of This Stretch (40:00) Character You Wish We’d Gotten to Spend More Time With (53:48) Most Illuminating Flashback (or Trip Down Memory Lane) (1:00:40) Most Disturbing Moment (1:07:57) Most Captivating Location (1:12:47) Favorite Musical Moment (1:17:48) Fit Lord/Wig Watch (1:19:28) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, John Richter, and Aleya Zenieris Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Our road with Agatha draws to a close, and Mal and Jo are taking us down it one last time to dive deep into the two-episode finale of 'Agatha All Along'! Later, they are joined by acclaimed showrunner Jac Schaeffer for an extended chat about what made this season so thrilling to work on and what she wanted to bring to life for Agatha and all of the witches involved! Opening Snapshot (06:00) Deep Dive (20:04) A Deal With Death (30:11) The Final Episode (01:52:10) Jac Schaeffer joins the show (02:32:34) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal, T Cruz, and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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