House of Fire & Blood

Caroline and Gretchen
  • 5.0 (7)
  • BOOKS
  • UPDATED DAILY
House of Fire & Blood

What if George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood was written more like HBO's House of the Dragon? Caroline and Gretchen analyze Martin's work from this perspective and search for the hidden stories in the text.

  1. Our Lord and Savior, Worms - Episode 54 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 3

    FEB 8

    Our Lord and Savior, Worms - Episode 54 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 3

    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 3. Aemond burns all the smallfolk of the Riverlands, just like the conqueror did, while Crispy Cole gets shot to death by the Winter Wolves who simply do not give AF about his main-character energy. Also, worms! Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at

    2h 9m
  2. What About the Cost of Dragons' Eggs Though? - Episode 53 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 2

    FEB 1

    What About the Cost of Dragons' Eggs Though? - Episode 53 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 2

    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 2. Rhaenyra is EVHUL and passes TAXES on the people of King's Landing, since the crown has no money due to *checks notes* Aegon and the Hightowers literally stealing it all. Wow Rhaenyra is so evil! We also recorded this episode during the 12 hours that TikTok was banned xD Also the east egg is half an hour long because we have THOUGHTS god damn it Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at

    2h 26m
  3. A Younger More Beautiful King - Episode 52 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 1

    JAN 24

    A Younger More Beautiful King - Episode 52 The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant Part 1

    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: Rhaenyra Triumphant, Part 1. Rhaenyra EVHULY imposes taxes on the denizens of King's Landing, while Aemond successfully captures a totally empty Harrenhal. He then breaks up with with boyfriend Crispus Cole, because the commander refuses to literally kill everyone in a hopeless battle. Maybe Alice Rivers will give Aemond cognitive behavioral therapy, too? We also recorded this episode during the 12 hours that TikTok was banned xD Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 56m
  4. The Real Threat is the Chair We Made Along the Way - Episode 51 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 5

    JAN 16

    The Real Threat is the Chair We Made Along the Way - Episode 51 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 5

    Gretchen and Caroline conclude their analysis of the chapter The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold, Part 5. Rhaenyra is EVHUL and takes King's Landing SPOOKILY without bloodshed, because she is so scary! But don't worry because Daemon is the real threat, and the Green's got their eyes on him. Also super sorry this episode was supposed to be released in November LOL but ya girl Caroline got busy :) enjoy the look into the past. We'll be back with regular episodes now! Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 8m
  5. War is Bad, It is Known - Episode 50 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 4

    11/10/2024

    War is Bad, It is Known - Episode 50 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 4

    Caroline and Gretchen continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold, Part 4. A little whoopsie-doodle in the Gullet results in Jace's untimely but very thematically significant demise, which spurs Rhaenyra to invade Kind's Landing. That's definitely what happened! She has no other reason! Also we can't escape worms. Check out Pat Loller's TikTok @patloller - he is a veteran and speaks on veteran's rights and politics, and is funny and smart! Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 39m
  6. LITERALLY Spelunking for Dragon Eggs - Episode 49 The Dying of the Dragons: the Red and the Gold Part 3

    10/25/2024

    LITERALLY Spelunking for Dragon Eggs - Episode 49 The Dying of the Dragons: the Red and the Gold Part 3

    Caroline and Gretchen are joined yet again by friend-of-the-pod, Phil! The group continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 3. Team Black rubs their scheming hands together as they decide to evilly *checks notes* let commoners try to ride dragons and earn a lordship. Justice for Nettles! See Phil's cool A Song of Ice and Fire content on the TikTok as Daemon Bakfyre @hexbladewarbak Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 15m
  7. Our Power of Friendship Grows - Episode 48 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 2

    10/20/2024

    Our Power of Friendship Grows - Episode 48 The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 2

    Caroline and Gretchen are joined by YET ANOTHER FRIEND, Phil! The group continue their analysis with The Dying of the Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 2. Rook's Rest is under siege and Rhaenyra, too cowardly to fight and disabled by her wandering womb, send Rhaenys instead. Meanwhile, "King" Aegon flies into battle himself! What a smart and brave plan that definitely won't go wrong at all! See Phil's cool A Song of Ice and Fire content on the TikTok as Daemon Bakfyre @hexbladewarbak Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 4m
  8. The Princess Trap - Episode 47 The Dying of The Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 1

    10/12/2024

    The Princess Trap - Episode 47 The Dying of The Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 1

    Gretchen and Caroline continue their analysis with The Dying of The Dragons: The Red and the Gold Part 1. Otto Hightower loses his job as Hand of the King for doing too much diplomacy, so The Smartest King Aegon appoints Crustacean Cole as his new Hand - an "iron fist," as the kids say ;-) Luckily George R.R. Martin watched The Parent Trap in the 90s and hilarity ensues! Join our Discord! Don't worry we're cool https://discord.gg/3Xvvwpg Questions or comments? Email us at houseoffireandbloodpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 11m
See All (55)

    Ratings & Reviews

    5
    out of 5
    7 Ratings

    About

    What if George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood was written more like HBO's House of the Dragon? Caroline and Gretchen analyze Martin's work from this perspective and search for the hidden stories in the text.

    Information

    • Creator
      Caroline and Gretchen
    • Years Active
      2023 - 2025
    • Episodes
      55
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Copyright
      © Caroline Bielak
    • Show Website
      House of Fire & Blood

    You Might Also Like

    Content Restricted

    This episode can’t be played on the web in your country or region.

    To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

    Stay up to date with this show

    Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
    Select a country or region

    Africa, Middle East, and India

    Asia Pacific

    Europe

    Latin America and the Caribbean

    The United States and Canada