A 'Cast of Ice and Fire
A Cast of Ice and Fire is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of Westeros and beyond. Hosted by Fiona and Emma, two passionate Scots, the show delves into the lore of House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones books, and the early TV series. Episodes cover family dynamics, power struggles, prophecy, dragon lore, and legendary battles. The hosts also plan to cover A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and other spinoffs, offering fan theories and Book vs. Show discussions.
Episodes
'Queens Landing" (HOTD S3E2) (ACOIAF #28)
WARNING. This episode contains spoilers from Fire and Blood.On this episode of *A Cast of Ice and Fire*, we’re covering episode two of *House of the Dragon* S3, "Queen’s Landing," and we are officially obsessing over the unexpected comedy gold of the Larys and Aegon partnership—the dark, chaotic duo we never knew we wanted. Fiona and Emma are here to unpack why these two are the sitcom disaster pa
'Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood" (HOTD S3E1) (ACOIAF #27)
House of the Dragon is back. Join Fiona and Emma on A Cast of Ice and Fire to dive into the carnage. (Warning: this podcast discusses spoilers from Fire & Blood.)The Gullet has broken, the ships are burning, and somehow, the dragons are the least of our problems. We’re dissecting the premiere’s chaotic sea battles, the questionable parenting choices in King’s Landing, and why you should never
HOTD S3 Warm Up and Trailer Breakdown (ACOIAF #26)
Warning: This episode contains spoilers for Fire & Blood and in-depth discussions regarding leaked information and theories for House of the Dragon.In this episode, Fiona and Emma are back to kick off the "Hot Dragon" season! We’re catching up on what we’ve been up to, discussing our upcoming road trip to Stratford-upon-Avon to see the Mad King play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and diving
"The Morrow" AKOT7K EP6 (ACOIAF #25)
The Morrow | A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms FinaleThe tourney is over, the dead are mourned, and Dunk and Egg must decide what comes next.Fiona and Emma break down the emotional finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — from Maekar’s grief and Egg’s darker moment to Sweetfoot’s perfect ending and a surprising number of Easter eggs and lore drops. With fan service, symbolism, and one very strange
"In the Name of the Mother" AKOT7K EP 5 (ACOIAF #24)
This week on A Cast of Ice and Fire, Fiona and Emma tackle the penultimate episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms— and yes, we are still not okay.From a bold 20-minute Flea Bottom flashback to one of the most brutal, muddy, chaotic Trial of Seven sequences we’ve seen on screen, we break down the sound design, the battlefield choreography, the Fossoway lane logistics (you’re welcome), and the mo
"Seven" AKOT7K EP 4 (ACOIAF #23)
No dragons. No wildfire. No battle sequence.Just dialogue so good it broke the fandom.This week, Fiona and Emma dive into the highest-rated episode of the season — and possibly one of the most powerful hours in the entire Westeros universe. We unpack Dunk’s prison confrontation, Baelor’s masterclass in calm authority, Daeron’s increasingly relatable anxiety spiral, and the political chaos that lea
"The Squire" AKOT7K EP 3 (ACOIAF #22)
Episode 3 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms leans hard into humour, heart, and horror — and we loved it. Fiona and Emma break down Egg’s excellent horse diplomacy, Dunk’s brief flirtation with tourney glory, and why Ser Humphrey Harding’s horse deserved better.We talk puppet shows, Baratheon parties, morally questionable match-fixing, spectacular armour, medieval musical choices, and one punch tha
Hard Salt Beef AKOT7K EP 2 (ACOIAF #21)
A Cast of Ice and Fire returns with A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 2, Hard Salt Beef, as Fiona and Emma throw Dunk straight into the deep end.We break the episode down scene by scene, from Redgrass Field and Westeros’ favourite way of ending rebellions (hint: overwhelming force), to tourney chaos, questionable prosthetics, genuinely excellent armour, and one very memorable fish-related inc
The Hedge Knight AKOT7K EP 1 (ACOIAF #20)
Episode 1: The Hedge KnightWesteros is back — but it’s muddier, quieter, and significantly more awkward.In our first full breakdown of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, we dive into “The Hedge Knight”, a refreshingly small-scale opener about grief, integrity, dodgy armour, and one very tall man with absolutely no plan.We talk casting, tone, filming locations, puppet dragons, feast-hall chaos, and wh
Before the Tourney Our A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Warm-Up (ACOIAF #19)
Ahead of season one of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Fiona and Emma sit down for a spoiler-light warm-up.Fresh reactions to The Hedge Knight, thoughts on the trailers, casting vibes, and the political hangover Westeros is still nursing decades after the dragons died.No deep spoilers. No homework required. Just context, excitement, and a very necessary throat-clearing before the tourney begins.Be
The Game Begins: Book 1 vs Season 1 – Anniversary Special - Part 2 (ACOIAF #18)
The Game Begins: Book 1 vs Season 1 – Part 2 (Anniversary Special)We’re back with Part 2 of our A Game of Thrones anniversary special — and this time, we’re going full POV mode.From Ned’s inner monologues and fever dreams (promise me, Ned 😭) to Tyrion’s deleted battle arc (justice for the slap-happy dwarf!), we’re diving into the depth, nuance, and emotional chaos that only the book delivers.In th
The Game Begins- Book 1 vs Season 1 – Anniversary Special - Part 1 (ACOIAF #17)
One year ago, Scottish duo Fiona and Emma began their long journey through the realms of Westeros with A ’Cast of Ice and Fire — and now, they’re back where it all started. In this special anniversary episode, we revisit A Game of Thrones — comparing Book 1 to Season 1of the HBO series.What did the show get right? What did it change, cut, or completely invent? From Ned Stark’s doomed honor to Daen
"The Red Sowing' & 'The Queen Who Ever Was" Part 2 (HOTD E7&8) (ACOIAF #16)
Fiona and Emma return for Part 2 of their two-part, five-hour deep dive into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 7 and 8 — and they are unhinged, overcaffeinated, and armed with lore.This time, we’re deep into Harrenhal, where a weirwood bleeds, the wind whispers “traitor,” and a literal Green Man creeps through the trees (yes, really). Jace pouts, Baela claps back, and Daemon dreams of bloodra
"The Red Sowing' & 'The Queen Who Ever Was" Part 1 (HOTD E7&8) (ACOIAF #15)
Fiona and Emma kick off Part 1 of their two-part, five-hour deep dive into House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 7 and 8 — and yes, it’s absolutely as chaotic and lore-drenched as it sounds.We begin in the Riverlands, where prepubescent icon Oscar Tully outmaneuvers Daemon Targaryen with nothing but ancestral loyalty and the pure power of “my granddad said so.” From there, we head straight into H
"Regent" & "Smallfolk" (HOTD S2E5&6) (ACOIAF #14)
In this scorching episode of A ’Cast of Ice and Fire, Fiona and Emma dissect House of the Dragon Season 2, Episodes 5 & 6—where the realm is in chaos, allegiances are as flimsy as a Targaryen marriage vow, and no one is safe (especially if they have a dragon).Between battles and betrayals, we dive deep into Daemon’s increasingly ominous dreams—because nothing says “coping mechanism” like crypt
"The Red Dragon and the Gold" (HOTD S2E4) (ACOIAF #13)
Welcome back, listeners, to another exciting episode of A ‘Cast of Ice and Fire, your go-to podcast for all things House of the Dragon! This week, your hosts Fiona and Emma are diving into the latest epic installment, Season 2, Episode 4, titled "The Red Dragon and the Gold."In this episode, Fiona and Emma find themselves nearly speechless as they recount the thrilling events that unfolded in one
"The Burning Mill" (HOTD S2E3) (ACOIAF #12)
Welcome back, fellow Unrealists! In episode 3 of Season 2, "The Burning Mill," Fiona and Emma have outdone themselves with coverage you won’t want to miss. Trust us, you’ll be giggling like a dragon on a sugar high.First off, let’s dive into the juicy Brackens and Blackwoods feud. This age-old rivalry is hotter than dragonfire, and Fiona and Emma break it all down with a mix of humor and insight t
"Rhaenyra the Cruel" (HOTD S2EP2) (ACOIAF #11)
Welcome back, fellow dragon-riders and Westeros wanderers! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dissect the delicious chaos of Episode 2, "Rhaenyra the Cruel." Buckle up, because this episode had us white-knuckling our seats, gasping at the screen, and laughing at the sheer absurdity of Plotto’s fake news. First off, let's talk about the dialogue. Whoever penned those lines deserves a golden quill dippe
"A Son for a Son" (HOTD S2EP1) (ACOIAF #10)
Welcome back to the fiery world of "House of the Dragon"! If you thought the first season was intense, hold onto your dragon saddles, because the opening episode of the new season just turned the heat up to dragon-breath levels. Fiona and Emma are back at it, slicing through the layers of grief, scheming, and the inevitable "who’s-gonna-backstab-who" that keeps us hooked like a dragon to its gold
"The Green Council" & "The Black Queen" (HOTD S1EP9&10) (ACOIAF #9)
The King is dead, long live the Queen, or is it the King? Welcome back, fellow dragon enthusiasts! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive headfirst into the wild ride that is episodes 9 and 10 of House of the Dragon. Buckle up, because these episodes are packed tighter than a dragon's treasure hoard with conspiracies, murder, power plays, childbirth, and, of course, epic dragon fights. Episode 9 start
"The Lord of the Tides" (HOTD S1EP8) (ACOIAF #8)
🎉 The King is dead, long live the King, or is it the Queen? Welcome back, fellow dragon enthusiasts! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive headfirst into the wild ride that is episodes 9 and 10 of House of the Dragon. Buckle up, because these episodes are packed tighter than a dragon's treasure hoard with conspiracies, murder, power plays, childbirth, and, of course, epic dragon fights. Episode 9 sta
"Driftmark" (HOTD S1EP7) (ACOIAF #7)
Welcome back, dragon enthusiasts, to Episode 7 of House of the Dragon! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive into the looks, the drama, and—let's be honest—those moments that had us giggling inappropriately. So, grab your dragon saddles and let’s get airborne! First off, can we talk about that dragon flight? It was like a scene straight out of The NeverEnding Story! All we needed was a white, fluffy
"The Princess and the Queen" (HOTD S1EP6) (ACOIAF #6)
Hey everyone, welcome back! Fiona and Emma here, ready to dive into the juicy drama of "House of the Dragon" Episode 6. Buckle up because we've got a ten-year time jump, new faces, and a whole lot of dragon fire to discuss. First up, let's talk about this time leap. Ten years, people! That’s like graduating high school and then some. We’ve got a recast Rhaenyra and Alicent, and let’s just say, the
"King of the Narrow Sea" & "We Light the Way" (HOTD S1EP4&5) (ACOIAF #5)
Hey folks! Fiona and Emma here, back at it again to dish out the hottest takes on episodes 4 and 5 of "House of the Dragon." Strap in, because "King of the Narrow Sea" and "We Light the Way" were a boiling pot of passion and tension, just waiting to overflow. It's like they took a pressure cooker, chucked in a dragon or two, and set the dial to "meltdown." And while we might be missing our scaly,
"Second of his Name" (HOTD S1EP3) (ACOIAF #4)
Alright, folks, buckle up because the grand rewatch of House of the Dragon has officially reached episode 3, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride! Picture this: Emma, who’s been trudging through a week that felt like it was 7 years long, finally got the belly laughs she desperately needed. And Fiona? Oh, Fiona’s been chomping at the bit for that epic storming the beach scene, and boy, did it
"The Rogue Prince" (HOTD S1EP2) (ACOIAF #3)
Welcome to Episode 2 breakdown of House of the Dragon! If you thought the first episode was a rollercoaster, buckle up for this one because it’s more like a leisurely Ferris wheel ride. Fiona and Emma are back, and they’re digging deep to find the laughs and figure out what makes these characters tick in this slightly slower-paced episode.First things first, let’s talk about our favorite dragon-ri
"The Heirs of the Dragon" (HOTD S1EP1) (ACOIAF #2)
Welcome to the grand rewatch of "House of the Dragon," where Fiona and Emma are here to sprinkle their magic dust on episode 1. Buckle up, folks, because we're diving headfirst into the fiery world of Westeros, where dragons soar, Targaryens plot, and the CGI budget is clearly through the roof.Episode 1 kicks off with the Targaryen family drama we all secretly (or not so secretly) crave. Fiona's g
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