Westeros Weekly: A Game of Thrones Podcast

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Filup Molina and Erik Voss of New Rockstars tackle the hidden references, deeper meanings, and crazy or not-so-crazy theories for how everything will shake out in the final season of HBO's 'Game of Thrones.'

06/04/2019

SERIES REVIEW - Best Show-Only Moments Season 1 through 8

Game of Thrones Season 1 through Season 8... what were the best moments of the HBO series that were NOT adapted from George R R Martin's books? Go to https://expressvpn.com/newrockstars to take back your Internet privacy TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free. For 20% off your Mack Weldon order, use promo code WESTEROS at checkout at https://www.mackweldon.com/. How did the introduction of the Night King and the White Walker mythology change Game of Thrones, and how did the shifted expectations create challenges for the final seasons? Filup Molina and Erik Voss review the best Game of Thrones scenes from over the seasons -- Arya and Tywin, Cersei and Robert, "Chaos is a ladder," the destruction of the Great Sept -- to analyze the writing and the show's evolving tone. What season did the show begin to diverge from what fans wanted?

59 min
05/28/2019

BIG QUESTION - Will the Books End Differently? Season 8 Q&A

Game of Thrones Alternate Endings Revealed! Could Jon Snow become an undead Lady Stoneheart figure in the Game of Thrones books? Big thanks to Hello Fresh! For $80 off your first month of delicious meals, go to HelloFresh.com/ROCKSTARS80 and enter promo code ROCKSTARS80. And big thanks to Away Travel! Use promo code ROCKSTARS20 at checkout for $20 off your order of awesome luggage at AwayTravel.com/ROCKSTARS20. In this episode of #westerosweekly, Erik Voss analyzes the different storylines of George R R Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" book series that could make The Winds of Winter and A Dream of Spring play out quite differently from Game of Thrones Season 8 -- Dany's madness, Bran's stiffness, and Jon's nuthin-ness. Who is Young Griff / Aegon the 6th, and how will he complicate Dany's quest for the Iron Throne going forward? If Jon DOES resurrect in the books, will he resemble Kit Harrington's depiction, or closer to the resurrected Catelyn Stark Lady Stoneheart figure? Will Jeyne Poole replace Sansa in her storyline? Did Jorah Mormont originally have a different fate in the Game of Thrones finale? And what fake scenes were shot for the final season to keep the secrets?

34 min
05/23/2019

DEEP DIVE: Game of Thrones Final Scene - Where Does Jon Go?

Game of Thrones Final Scene Breakdown! Where does Jon go? What's west of Westeros? Is Sansa or Bran the true winner? Thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring this video. The first 500 people to sign up at this link in the description will get their first 2 months for free >> https://skl.sh/newrockstars What does Game of Thrones' ending mean? Erik Voss analyzes the imagery and subtle details of the final sequence of Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 6, titled "The Iron Throne," to explain the deeper symbolism and the clues toward the futures of Jon Snow and Arya Stark. Why does Jon leave, and where is he going? Is Jon immortal, and will he become the next Night King? How does the ending of Game of Thrones connect to the ending of The Lord of the Rings?

10 min
05/22/2019

BREAKDOWN: Game of Thrones Finale! Iron Throne Scene Explained! (8x06)

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32 min
05/21/2019

BIG QUESTION - What Was Bran's Plan Season 8 Episode 6 Q&A #WesterosWeekly

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1h 1m
05/20/2019

SNAP REACTION LIVE: Game of Thrones Series Finale!

Game of Thrones series finale reactions! How were all of our favorite characters left in the end? Is Bran the best choice to lead the six kingdoms? What will Arya find west of Westeros? Did Jon fulfill the prophecy of Azor Ahai, the Prince that was Promised? Erik Voss and Filup Molina react to these questions and many more on this special episode of New Rockstars Live!

1h 2m
05/17/2019

BONUS QUESTION: Is Dany Too Evil? - Game of Thrones 8x05

Game of Thrones Dany Mad Queen Analysis! How did Game of Thrones foreshadow Dany's dark turn? This episode was sponsored by Rise of Kings. Download the game here: https://app.adjust.com/t6a5d0x And new users can use this special gift code worth $9.99: OEVBQA375G Is Dany the new villain of Game of Thrones? Why did the series change the character like this -- or was Dany always the secret villain of the series? Erik Voss explains Dany's controversial decision and breaks down the steps that led her to this breaking point. Are critics right to feel betrayed by Dany's turn? Will George R R Martin take Dany in a different direction in the books? Is Dany actually a "tragic hero," and if so, how is her arc different from other famous tragic heroes?

13 min
05/16/2019

PREVIEW: Game of Thrones FINALE Trailer! Who Wins the Throne?

Game of Thrones Series Finale Trailer Explained! Will Dany die? Who will win the Iron Throne? Download War Robots FOR FREE and get an awesome starter pack! http://bit.ly/2Q6Mw57 Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 6 "Next Episode" Teaser gets a full shot by shot breakdown. Erik Voss explains the way Dany's villainous turn in the Battle of Kings Landing sets up the Game of Thrones final episode, and the longtime mysteries of the series, regarding the prophesy of Azor Ahai, Dany's future dream from Season 2, and Bran's cryptic knowledge as the Three Eyed Raven. Will Dany execute Tyrion for freeing Jaime and trying to save Cersei? Will Jon face a trial for his actions during the Battle of Kings Landing? And if neither Jon nor Dany end up on the Iron Throne, who should be the ruler of Westeros? Come see us live for the series finale in New York City! Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-rockstars-got-finale-live-event-tickets-61823307176? Use discount code ROCK0519 at the Hotel Red Lion for 25% off your room on Sunday night!

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11/15/2019

kitten mittens 91

Great stuff
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06/15/2019

Carmen San Diego Zoo

Really great commentary on the final season of ‘Game of Thrones.’
This is the perfect companion for GOT addicts!

05/07/2019

enb1979

I love that we get about 3 episodes a week! They go in depth with stuff we all want to talk about! Couldn’t ask for better! It’s like talking with my fellow nerd friends.
50-50

06/05/2019

ZmSpeed

I normally love NewRockstars stuff But if Filup Molina is in the episode It makes me cringe and skip the episode

Filup Molina and Erik Voss of New Rockstars tackle the hidden references, deeper meanings, and crazy or not-so-crazy theories for how everything will shake out in the final season of HBO's 'Game of Thrones.'