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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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It is time to step out into the sun to join Jo and Mal as they dive into the latest episode of ‘Rings of Power’! They begin with their opening snapshot and establish their thoughts on what might be one of the best episodes of the season (05:18). Then, they dive deep into each scene and explore the themes and characters in a world unseen (16:18). They also have wig watch and their special spoiler speculation section (02:11:15). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and John Richter Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When the Misty Mountains call, Jo and Mal answer. Join the 'House of R' as they look through the wonderful, magical world of J.R.R. Tolkien and the music that runs throughout it. They take a look at the themes of Sam and Frodo and other heroes and address the songs of elves and men. Later, they discuss what can be found from the worlds of 'The Rings of Power,' composer Bear McCreary, and so much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Cameron Dinwiddie Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The unknown ahead gets even more clear! Jo and Mal are here to take you deep into the bowels of Middle-earth with their dive into the fourth episode of ‘Rings of Power.’ They begin their deep dive with a look at Galadriel and Elrond and some zombies (18:47), along with a lively introduction of the beloved Tom Bombadil (53:54). Later, they have an extensive Wig Watch and talk their best conspiracy theories (01:52:29). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producer: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal and T Cruz Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The journey is best not ventured alone. Thankfully Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about this upcoming season of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.' Join them as they discuss meet-cutes, who might become a ring wraith, and even a little talk of Dante. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robisnon Producers: Steve Ahlman Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mal and Jo are back in Middle-earth for ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2. They start by talking about their overall impressions of the first three episodes (06:28). Then, they dive helms deep into the episodes by discussing each character and story line—from the elves in Lindon to the dwarves of Khazad-dûm (13:59). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robisnon Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s time to go back to Middle-earth! Mal and Jo (Have you heard of ’em, lad?) get ready for ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2 by going through their favorite moments from Season 1 (06:43). Khazad-dûm | The Dwarves (06:56) The Harfoots (18:28) Lindon (29:17) Numenor (42:57) Orcs | Uruk | Adar (56:00) The Southlands | BeforeDor | NoMoreDor (01:06:55) Eregion (01:11:20) The Stranger (01:18:05) Galadriel | Sauron (01:25:55) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The season is upon us to celebrate the hype of fall! Mal and Jo jump in to make their picks for all the latest fandom outings that you just can't miss (06:39). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
I did not think they would be so eager to pod. Mal and Jo are back to send off Season 2 of 'House of the Dragon' properly! They offer up their season awards, including Most Improved Character, Best Set Piece, the Season MVP, and much more (09:33). Then they answer your burning questions with an ‘HOTD’ mailbag (01:04:31). Later, they go into their heavy book-spoiler section and look ahead to what may happen next season (01:24:39). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
They're about to make a name for themselves, here! Mal and Jo put their claws on and dive into the success and fun of 'Deadpool & Wolverine'! They dive into their opening snapshot and issue their favorite things that came out of the summer's billion-dollar blockbuster (10:51). Later, they hand out some awards for the film (01:05:07) before discussing the state of the MCU after Comic-Con and D23 (01:09:03). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
To war then! The Season 2 finale is over, and Mal and Jo are here to give you their thoughts on the exciting season ending (08:24). After giving their overall impressions, they break down each scene, including some of the most pivotal ones, such as: Tyland recruits and secures the Triarchy (28:01) Larys prepares Aegon to depart King’s Landing (50:17) Jace and Ulf butt heads (01:19:24) Daemon receives Ser Alfred Broome (01:44:09) Criston takes Gwayne to a poetry slam (01:57:06) Rhaenyra dines with the dragonseeds (02:10:13) Daemon receives his vision (02:21:53) Helaena would like to issue a prophecy too (02:55:34) Alyn confronts Corlys (03:18:10) Alicent appeals to Rhaenyra (03:22:15) Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The season finale of 'House of the Dragon' is here, and Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin are here to give you their instant reactions to all of the drama in Westeros. From Ulf's courtly faux pas to Daemon coming through in Harrenhal to another unexpected reunion, 'Talk the Thrones' will be there! Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Nick Kosut, Tony Perry, Bobby Gibbons, John Richter, Ryan Todd, Chia Hao, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The banners have been raised, and Mal and Jo are here to take you along for another deep dive into 'House of the Dragon,' beginning with their opening snapshot and the lore of dragon claiming (08:06). Then they dive scene by scene into the seventh episode, featuring the Red Sowing, Oscar Tully and Daemon's negotiations in the Riverlands, and Corlys's less-than-great parenting (30:20). Later, Jo gets an exclusive interview with Ulf himself: Tom Bennett (03:09:18). Then they bring their predictions to the book-spoiler section and discuss what may happen in the season finale (03:31:04). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
They're not Rhaenyra's newest dragonriders, but Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin are back to break down the seventh episode of 'House of the Dragon'! Daemon is getting some pushback, Alicent is going camping, Jace is unhappy, and so much more for our trio of lords to get through. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Tony Perry, Cory McConnell, John Richter, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Your queens return to dive deep into Season 2, Episode 6 of 'House of the Dragon'! They begin with the opening snapshot and give their overall impressions of the episode (15:07). Then, they break down all of the juicy bits of Daemon's hauntings, Aaemond's cabinet shuffle, and Rhaenyra's dragon woes (24:59). Later, they speculate over book spoilers and about what is to come (203:30). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman, John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Mallory Rubin return to break down the sixth episode of  'House of the Dragon'! With Rhaenyra finding love in a hopeless place, a failed dragon claiming, and Aegon wheezing his way back to health, our hosts are here to take us through all the mayhem and intrigue. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Cory McConnell, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales, and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's time to bleed the crystal, as Jo and Mal are here to dive deep into the season finale of 'The Acolyte.' They begin with their opening snapshot on this episode and their thoughts on the season in general (06:54). Then they get into the nitty gritty of revelations and surprise cameos that make up this divisive season of TV (17:02). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hour of the Dragon is once again upon us, and Mal and Jo are here to dive deep into the fifth episode of 'House of the Dragon' Season 2! The road to war gets shorter and shorter as they go scene by scene to take a look at the riveting aftermath of the battle at Rook's Rest (10:53). Later, they are joined by the Sea Snake himself, Steve Toussaint, to discuss the developments of Corlys Velaryon this episode (3:09:21). Finally, they dive into their book spoiler section to plot out the rest of the season (3:30:50). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Steve Toussaint Producers: Steve Ahlman, John Richter, and Jack Sanders Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What comes after you kill a dragon? Well, Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Joanna Robinson talk about the latest episode of 'House of the Dragon' to find the aftermath of Rook's Rest and break down our characters' next moves. Hosts: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Joanna Robinson Production: Jack Wilson, Felipe Guilhermino, Chris Wohlers, Kevin Cureghian, Bobby Gibbons, Jonathan Frias, Ryan Todd, Cory McConnell, Aleya Zenieris, Arjuna Ramgopal, Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, Abreanna Corrales and Yvonne Wang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The House of R flashes back to answer all of your burning questions on Episode 7 of ‘The Acolyte’ (09:13). From tough decisions to witchy smoke plumes, Mal and Joanna take to the mailbag to see what we can gather from this episode and the impending finale of this 'Star Wars' drama. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Producers: Steve Ahlman and Cory McConnell Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Social: Jomi Adeniran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The dance has begun, and it's time for Mal and Jo to dive deep into the explosive fourth episode of ‘House of the Dragon.' They begin with their opening snapshot (06:12) to discuss their overall impressions before going scene by scene into the intriguing, witchy, and dragon-battling wonder (09:38). Later they are joined by Aemond "One Eye" himself, Ewan Mitchell, to discuss his role in this episode and what it took for him to inhabit his scheming character (03:22:15). All before diving into their book spoiler section to take a look ahead at what the next episode might bring (03:41:17). Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson Guest: Ewan Mitchell Producers: Steve Ahlman and John Richter Additional Production: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Timothy Drummond

Enjoyed this a lot but the volume seemed super low :(

Sep 14th
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KLXIV

I don't see the Paul Atreises HoF induction in my podcast feed.

Sep 8th
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Michael DeWees

where's the deep dive that usually appears Tuesday? for S2 Ep 6

Jul 26th
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Ben Irvine

this one putu. (not playing properly)

Sep 17th
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