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House of the Dragon: Before the Dragon

A Game of Thrones Franchises and A Song of Ice and Fire Podcast

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February 22nd, 2024

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B4TD077: House of the Dragon Season 2 Trailer Breakdown

March 24th, 2024

In this presentation Matt goes through both of the new House of the Dragon trailers, first in spoiler free fashion, followed by book knowledge …

B4TD076: The Battle of the Burning Mill Explained | House of the Dragon Season 2

March 18th, 2024

In this VERY SPOILERY for House of the Dragon Season 2 preview episode, Matt explores the Battle of the Burning Mill, the players in the battle, and ramifications of it. We LOVE your feedback. Tell us what you think …

B4TD075: House of the Dragon S2: Blood and Cheese Deep Dive

March 3rd, 2024

In this VERY SPOILERY for House of the Dragon Season 2 episode, Matt takes a deep look into the eyes of Blood and Cheese, and tells you what he sees! What do YOU see when you think of Blood and Cheese? Tell us by …

B4TD074: House of the Dragon – Rook’s Rest Explained!

February 12th, 2024

Matt takes a very spoilery look into a key battle that will occur in Season 2 of House of the Dragon: the battle of Rook’s Rest. We’d love to hear from YOU! Send emails to mattsaudibblog@gmail.com, or comment on our …

B4TD073: House of the Dragon News Top 5 and Feedback

January 14th, 2024

Matt gives you the latest House of the Dragon news, and his Top Five list of characters that must “show him something” in season 2, and goes through your feedback! Send the podcast YOUR feedback and Top 5 lists, and …

B4TD072: House of the Dragon Season 2 Top 5 Shots

December 6th, 2023

Matt breaks down the new House of the Dragon Season 2 teaser from a TV-Friendly and (later) a Book-Reader perspective, as well as issuing his definitive TOP 5 shots within it. What were YOUR top 5 shots? Let us know by …

B4TD071: Get Off My House of the Dragon News Lawn!

November 11th, 2023

Watch as Matt’s podcast abilities and resistance to whining and complaining continues to deteriorate right in front of your eyes, all while delivering some news you probably have already heard. 

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Content Going Forward in the Light of Entertainment Union Strikes

July 18th, 2023

There will be no podcasts from any of Matt’s feeds, nor content for other content provider feeds until these strikes are over. Hopefully they will …

B4TD070: House of the Dragon S1E03 Differences- St. Elmo’s FIre (and Blood)

April 23rd, 2023

Matt goes through the differences between House of the Dragon S1E03 and Fire and Blood by George RR Martin.

Tweet the podcast @B4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com or leave comments on the website …

B4TD069: HotD S1E02 – A Newsflash of Differences with the Books

March 19th, 2023

Matt goes through the differences between S1E02 and Fire and Blood by George RR Martin.

Tweet the podcast @B4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com or leave comments on the website …

B4TD068: HotD S1E01 Book and Show Differences

February 19th, 2023

Matt lays out the differences between the books and show for House of the Dragon S1E01. If you have  additional insights regarding this subject, or if this content isn’t to your liking, we are completely open to your …

Matt On the His Dark Materials Series Finale Music

December 29th, 2022

Just like Matt has been covering the music of Ramin Djwadi for Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, he also really loves Lorne Balfe’s score for His Dark Materials, so we’re adding this episode of music analysis …

Join Matt and Holly for His Dark Materials Series 3!

December 4th, 2022

Matt likes Lorne Balfe’s score for His Dark Materials and Wheel of time as much as he likes Ramin’s score for Game of Thrones and House of the …

B4TD067: House of the Dragon Season 1 Holly Bleep Awards

November 30th, 2022

Matt is joined by Holly and John to wrap up season 1 of House of the Dragon, with ratings, discussions and the first ever Holly-BLEEP awards for a …

B4TD066: House of the Dragon S1E10 – From Beyond the Grave

October 27th, 2022

Happy Halloween to all who partake! In Part 3 (of 3), Holly reaches out from beyond the grave to give her rating, three words, and brothelmates,as …

B4TD065: House of the Dragon S1E10 – Holly is STILL Dead

October 27th, 2022

Happy Halloween to all who partake! In Part 2 (of 3!), Holly is STILL DEAD, forcing Kelly. Susan, John and Matt to continue to grieve by discussing …

B4TD064: House of the Dragon S1E10 – Holly is Dead!

October 26th, 2022

Happy Halloween to all who partake! In Part 1 (of 3!), Holly is DEAD, leaving Kelly. Susan, John and Matt left to rate the House of the Dragon …

B4TD063: House of the Dragon S1E10 Initial Reaction

October 24th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to the season finale of House of the Dragon “The Black Queen”. Send us your 3 words descriptions, brothelmates of the episode (best coupling), and thoughts by tweeting @b4thedragonpod, …

B4TD062: House of the Dragon S1E09 – Just Kelly

October 20th, 2022

Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@kellyunderfoot on twitter) takes over the podcast S1E09 of House of the Dragon, “The Green Council”! We want to hear from you too! Tweet the podcast @b4thedragonpod, send emails to

B4TD061: House of the Dragon S1E09 – Just Matt

October 19th, 2022

It’s the 2nd look podcast for S1E09 of House of the Dragon, “The Green Council”! Matt is never alone really, and he shares some perspectives sent in by his usual panel, and YOUR thoughts, three words, and brothelmates …

B4TD060: House of the Dragon S1E09 Initial Reaction

October 17th, 2022

Sorry for the audio issues (which clear up at 4:45), it’s going to be a weird week (more on that in the podcast). Otherwise you get Matt’s initial reaction to S1E09 of House of the Dragon, “The Green Council” Tweet …

B4TD059: House of the Dragon S1E08 – John is Always Right!

October 13th, 2022

It’s the panel podcast (part 2) for S1E08 of House of the Dragon, “The Lord of the Tides”! Remember that even John’s burrito takes are always right! Tweet the podcast @b4thedragonpod, send emails to

B4TD058: House of the Dragon S1E08 Winner Winner Matt’s Chicken Dinner

October 12th, 2022

It’s the panel podcast (part 1) for S1E08 of House of the Dragon, “The Lord of the Tides”! Plus we draw our winner for the Scenes for a Westerosi Movie contest! Tweet the podcast @b4thedragonpod, send emails to

B4TD057: House of the Dragon S1E08 Initial Reaction

October 10th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E08 “The Lord of Tides”. Tweet the podcast @b4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com, leave comments on the web posts or use the contact form at …

B4TD056: House of the Dragon S1E07 – A Cersei Lannister Soapbox!

October 6th, 2022

In this Part 2 of the panel cast, Queen Cersei Lannister is joined by Maester Intern Kelly, Susan, Holly, and John (Sneh) to discuss all things …

B4TD055: House of the Dragon S1E07 – Cersei Lannister – Podcaster!

October 5th, 2022

In this Part 1 of the panel cast, Queen Cersei Lannister is joined by Maester Intern Kelly, Susan, Holly, and John (Sneh) to discuss all things …

B4TD054: House of the Dragon S1E07 Initial Reaction

October 3rd, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E07 “Driftmark”. Tweet to @b3thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com, leave comments on the website (mattsaudioblog.com) or on the YouTube videos …

B4TD053: House of the Dragon S1E06 – I Believe the Children are Our Future

September 29th, 2022

In this Part 2 of the panel cast, Matt is joined by Susan, Holly, and John (Sneh) to discuss all things House of the Dragon S1E06 “The Princess and …

B4TD052: House of the Dragon S1E06 – Likely Lord Larys

September 28th, 2022

In this Part 1 of the panel cast, Matt is joined by Susan, Holly, and John (Sneh) to discuss all things House of the Dragon S1E06 “The Princess and …

B4TD051: House of the Dragon S1E06 Initial Reaction

September 26th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E06! He rambles so much back and forth between subjects, we can’t even timestamp anything! He wants to know YOUR reaction! Send your 3 word descriptions, best …

B4TD050: House of the Dragon S1E05 Music Analysis

September 21st, 2022

Matt explores 2 themes presented in S1E05 of House of the Dragon “We Light the Way”: The Alicent/Hightower theme, and the Velaryon theme! Tweet @b4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com, comment on the …

B4TD049-House of the Dragon S1E05 – Sorry

September 21st, 2022

Sorry – a turn of events this week prevented us from having a panel cast covering S1E05 of House of the Dragon. This small pod just covers feedback received and the final Westerosi “Scene from a Movie”. We still want …

B4TD048: House of the Dragon S1E05 Initial Reaction

September 19th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E05! He wants to know YOUR reaction! Send your 3 word descriptions, best couplings, and show or podcast thoughts by tweeting @b4thedragonpod, emailing

B4TD047: House of the Dragon S1E04 – “She Can Fix Him”

September 15th, 2022

Susan Holly Kelly, John, and Matt continue to explore House of the Dragon S1E04 “King of the Narrow Sea”. Games are played like 3 words, …

B4TD046: House of the Dragon S1E04 – Are You YAYnyra or NAYnyra?

September 14th, 2022

Susan, Holly, Kelly, and John join Matt to discuss S1E04 of House of the Dragon. You also get issue 4 of Scene from a Westerosi movie. Figure out …

B4TD045: House of the Dragon – Book Reader Centric Sigil Surfing

September 13th, 2022

Spoiler Alert! We wanted to give you heads up that book knowledge does bleed into this presentation heavily, and may be considered spoilery by some! Otherwise, Kelly gives you a tour of all the sigils that came …

B4TD044: House of the Dragon S1E04 Initial Reaction

September 12th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E04 King of the Narrow Sea. Tweet @b4thedragonpod, email mattsaudioblog.com, leave comments on the web posts (mattsaudioblog.com), or on the YouTube videos …

BT043: House of the Dragon S1E03 – CGI Oh De(E)r!

September 8th, 2022

Susan, Kelly, John, and Matt continue to discuss House of the Dragon S1E03 “Second of his Name”. A “serious” discussion breaks out, then they continue to explore the Tiny Wheel of Topics, and get a surprise Top 5 list …

B4TD042: House of the Dragon S1E03 – An Episode of Merlin on the BBC

September 7th, 2022

Matt is joined by Stephanie (briefly), Susan, Kelly, and John to talk about S1E03 of House of the Dragon, “Second of His Name”. Matt also breaks down the music behind Dameon’s Feigned Surrender. We also unveil our 3rd …

B4TD038: House of the Dragon S1E02 Initial Reaction

August 29th, 2022

Matt gets on his soap box again, reviews your feedback from last week, then gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E02 “The Rogue Prince”. Have thoughts about the episode or the podcast? Have a three word …

B4TD035: House of the Dragon S1E01 Initial Reaction

August 22nd, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to House of the Dragon S1E01. Tell us what you thought of the episode, as well as your three word description of it, and the best coupling in it (brothelmates) by tweeting to …

B4TD Music Special:Matt Reacts To New-House of the Dragon Music by Ramin

August 20th, 2022

Matt gives his initial reaction to listening to Ramin’s “The Prince that was Promised”, the first released cut of House of the Dragon music. Due to …

B4TD034: Seven Hellz! HotD Podcast Preview

August 15th, 2022

House of the Dragon is now only 1 week away! Matt previews what the podcast will offer and when those offerings will occur, starts a contest for our …

B4TD033: House of the Dragon Post Comic Con

July 28th, 2022

Matt is join by the Siren of ASOIAF from the East, Susan, to discuss all of the content coming out during, and since, San Diego Comic Con! If you have thoughts, tweet to @b4thedragonpod, send emails to

B4TD032: House of the Dragon Trailer Talk

July 22nd, 2022

Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the North, Stephanie, to talk about the latest House of the Dragon trailer that dropped on July 20, 2022. …

B4TD031: Jon Sneh?

July 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by Axel Foley (@Waxelfoley on twitter from Podcast Winterfell (podcastwinterfell.com) and DVR Podcasts (dvrpodcast.com) to discuss …

B4TD030: Words are Wind – House of the Dragon News

July 18th, 2022

Matt briefly quotes and discusses GRRM’s notablog posting from June 1st of 2022. Tweet the podcast @B4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com or use the contact form at the website mattsaudioblog.com and …

B4TD029: Matt’s Entertainment Doctrine

July 18th, 2022

Matt expresses his doctrine for entertainment that will be executed for all of his franchise coverage. Tweet to @B4theDragonPod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com, leave comments on the youtube videos (search for …

B4TD028: More Trailer Talk (With Book Spoilers)

July 18th, 2022

Titan of ASOIAF from the north John (@J_McGonagle on twitter) joins Matt for a look at the trailer from a book readers perspective (warning – there …

B4TD027: New House of the Dragon Trailer and Images

July 18th, 2022

Matt discusses the new House of the Dragon trailer and images released by HBO on May 5th, 2022, and also reviews some feedback. We want to hear from YOU! Find the podcast @b4thedragonpod on twitter, send emails to

B4TD026: House of the Dragon News

July 18th, 2022

Matt gives you the latest Westerosi news, including the premiere date for the heavily anticipated House of the Dragon series! Tweet the podcast @b4thedragonpod, send emails to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com, and find all …

B4TD025: New Year, New Lists! (And other GoT Games)

July 18th, 2022

With a new year comes new lists and games for the world of ice and fire and the HBO Game of Thrones franchises! The Siren of A Song of Ice and Fire from the West, Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter), joins Matt to have …

B4TD024: Happy Holidays!

July 18th, 2022

Happy Holidays from Before The Dragon Podcast (@b4thedragonpod on twitter). Three lyrical “changes” were made to Matt’s performance of “Song of the …

B4TD023: House of the Dragon Teaser Talk w Podcast Winterfell’s Axel Foley

July 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by the Podfather of DVR Podcasts, and Podcast Winterfell, Axel Foley (@winterfellpod on Twitter) to break down the House of the …

B4TD022: List Game(s) of Thrones and HotD Talk!

July 18th, 2022

Siren of ASOIAF from the west Kelly (@kellyunderfoot on twitter) joins Matt to complete Top 5 and position lists for Game of Thrones. Which …

B4TD021: Seeds of Robert’s Rebellion – Rhaegar Targaryen Part 2

July 18th, 2022

Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter), Siren of ASOIAF from the South Holly (@huntpants on twitter) and Titan of ASOIAF …

B4TD020: Seeds of Robert’s Rebellion – Rhaegar Targaryen Part 1

July 18th, 2022

Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the South Holly (@huntpants on twitter) welcome back Titan …

B4TD019: Seeds of Robert’s Rebellion: Lyanna Stark Part 2

July 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter), Double P Media’s (@DoublePHQ on twitter) Bubba (@Fittentrim on …

B4TD018: Seeds of Rebellion: Lyanna Stark Pt. 1

July 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter), Double P Media’s (@DoublePHQ on twitter) Bubba (@Fittentrim on twitter) and documentarian, Fun City Cinema and Black Diplomats …

B4TD017: Game of Thrones Prequels Prequels Prequels!

July 18th, 2022

Matt is reunited with all of the Sirens of ASOIAF to discuss all of the news released regarding the Game of Thrones prequel franchises, from a TV …

B4TD016: Fire and Blood Wrap Up

July 18th, 2022

Sorry for the delay but, finally, here is our wrap-up of Fire and Blood by George RR Martin. Matt is joined by ASOIAF Siren from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and ASOIAF Siren from the East Susan …

B4TD015: Fire and Blood Chapter 23 (Part 2)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) …

B4TD014: Fire and Blood (Chapters 22b-23a)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) …

B4TD013: Fire and Blood Chapter 22 (Part A)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) …

B4TD012: Fire and Blood (Chapters 20b and 21)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) …

B4TD011: Fire and Blood (Chapter 20 part A)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan …

B4TD010: Fire and Blood (Chapters 18 and 19)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan …

B4TD009: Fire and Blood (Chapter 17)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another Monday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on …

B4TD008: Fire and Blood (Chapters 15b and 16)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another Thursday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) to talk about part of chapter 15 and all of …

B4TD007: Fire and Blood (Chapters 14 and 15a)

July 18th, 2022

Welcome to another Monday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) to about chapter 14 and part of chapter 15 of …

B4TD006: Fire and Blood (Chapters 12b and 13)

July 8th, 2022

Welcome to another Thursday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the North Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on Twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly …

B4TD005: Fire and Blood (Chapters 11 and 12a)

July 8th, 2022

Welcome to another (albeit a week delayed) Monday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the North Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on Twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the …

B4TD004: Fire and Blood (Chapters 9-10)

June 18th, 2022

Welcome to another Thursday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on Twitter) to discuss chapters 9 and 10 of George RR Martin’s Fire and …

B4TD003: Fire and Blood (Chapters 6-8)

June 18th, 2022

Welcome to a Monday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on Twitter) to discuss chapters 6-8 of George RR Martin’s Fire and Blood.

All …

B4TD002: Fire and Blood (Chapters 4-5)

June 18th, 2022

Welcome to a Thursday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on Twitter) to discuss chapters 4 and 5 of George RR Martin’s Fire and Blood.

B4TD001: Fire and Blood (Chapters 1-3)

June 18th, 2022

Welcome to a Monday edition of Before the Dragon! In this cast Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on Twitter) to discuss the first 3 chapters of George RR Martin’s Fire and …

B4TD000: Rebranding and Announcements

June 18th, 2022

We’re back! (And with a NEW name – “Before the Dragon” podcast!) Matt catches you up on what we’ll do from here now that Game of Thrones is over – and talks about Con of Thrones (this weekend)!

With the starting of …

GOTMAB075: Game of Thrones -The Djawadi Finale

June 18th, 2022

In this episode Matt explores the music of Ramin Djawadi in the series finale of Game of Thrones, and outlines what’s next for this podcast. All music in this episode composed and owned by Ramin Djawadi (

GOTMAB074: S8E06 “The Iron Throne” 2nd Look

June 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by Titan of ASOIAF from the North John (@J_McGonagle on twitter) and Siren of ASOIAF from the South Holly (@HuntPants on twitter) for …

GOTMAB073: Game of Thrones S8E06 “The Iron Throne” Initial Reaction

June 18th, 2022

Matt is joined by ASOIAF Siren of the North Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on twitter) and ASOIAF Siren of the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot) on twitter to give their initial reactions to the series finale of Game of …

GOTMAB072: Game of Thrones S8E05 “The Bells” 2nd Look

June 18th, 2022

Sorry for the delay – Matt had to do some serious school stuff this week (Finals). Now, however, Matt is joined by Siren of ASOIAF from the North …

GOTMAB072A: Game of Thrones S8E05 “The Bells” Music Analysis

June 18th, 2022

In this episode Matt lends his analysis to the music in Season 8 Episode 5 “The Bells”. The 2nd Look story analysis will be released 24 hours after this podcast. Feel free to hit the podcast up with your thoughts about …

GOTMAB071: Game of Thrones S8E05 “The Bells” Initial Reaction

June 18th, 2022

Matt went mad and flew his dragon over to Axel at Podcast Winterfell (check out their Initial Reaction at podcastwinterfell.com) leaving the Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and the …

GOTMAB070: Game of Thrones S8E04 “The Last of the Starks” 2nd Look

June 18th, 2022

Sorry for the delay of the release – thanks for your patience! If you are looking for the Music Analysis segment, please look up podcast 70A (released yesterday May 9th, 2019). Otherwise Matt is joined by the Sirens of …

GOTMAB070A: Game of Thrones S8E04 “The Last of the Starks” Musical Analysis

June 18th, 2022

Sorry for the delay, but due to technical issues, as well as Matt’s school schedule the FULL 2nd Look podcast release will be delayed until Friday. …

GOTMAB069: Game of Thrones S8E04 “Last of the Starks” Initial Reaction

June 18th, 2022

It’s Monday and you just watched S8E04 “The Last of the Starks” last night. Matt is joined by Siren of ASOIAF Kelly from the west (@Kellyunderfoot on twitter) and Titan of ASOIAF John from the north (@J_McGonagle) to …

GOTMAB068A: Musical Analysis – “The Night King”

June 18th, 2022

A Special Podcast Winterfell Clef Notes Analysis of Ramin’s “The Knight King” (for purchase here: https://www.amazon.com/Night-King-Game-Thrones-Season/dp/B07R76J5P9/ ) is at hand for this supplementary Matt’s Audio …

GOTMAB068: Game of Thrones S8E03 “The Long Night” 2nd Look

June 18th, 2022

Sorry for the delay – Matt had to do some serious school stuff this week. Now, however, Matt is joined by Siren of ASOIAF from the West Kelly …

GOTMAB067: Game of Thrones S8E03 “The Long Night” IR

June 18th, 2022

It’s Monday and you just watched S8E03 “The Long Night” last night. Matt pretty much just says wow a lot, but Sirens of ASOIAF Kelly (@kellyunderfoot on twitter) and Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on twitter) have good …

GOTMAB066: Game of Thrones S8E02 “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”

June 18th, 2022

Due to the return of Matt’s illness, this is an abbreviated podcast with music analysis only, and your feedback, 3 words, and Brothelmates (best coupling) regarding S8E02 “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”

If you have …

GOTMAB065: Game of Thrones S8E02 “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” IR

June 18th, 2022

It’s Monday and you just watched S8E02 “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” last night. Here’s the initial reaction to the episode from Matt, Holly …

GOTMAB064: 2nd Look for Game of Thrones S8E01

June 18th, 2022

Season 8 is here! Welcome to the Thursday 2nd Look Cast! This time it’s S8E01 “Winterfell”! Matt is joined by the Sirens of Ice and Fire Kelly …

GOTMAB063: Game of Thrones S8E01 Initial Reaction

June 18th, 2022

Season 8 is here! Welcome to the Monday Initial Reaction Cast! This time it’s S8E01 “Winterfell”! Matt is joined by the Sirens of Ice and Fire Kelly …

GOTMAB062: Cycles and Determinism in GoT

June 18th, 2022

A Sunday Surprise edition of the podcast for you on Season Great Premiere Day! In this episode Matt explores the cycles of history and how the breaking of cycles affects the idea of Determinism in the Game of Thrones …

GOTMAB061: Special with Podcast Winterfell: Clef Notes – Game of Thrones Season 8 Preview

June 18th, 2022

In this Podcast Winterfell/Matt’s Audio Blog special, Matt previews the music we might hear in Season 8, and the way we might hear it. 

Find all back episodes at podcastwinterfell.com and mattsaudioblog.com – …

GOTMAB060: Game of Thrones S6E05 “The Door”

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast (which happens to be seriously late on a Monday)! In this episode Matt is joined by …

GOTMAB059: Game of Thrones S6E04 “Book of the Stranger”

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt goes solo with a look at S6E04 “Book of the Stranger” and …

GOTMAB058: Game of Thrones S6E03 “Oathbreaker”

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the ASOIAF Siren of the South Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on twitter) and Double P Media’s (@DoublePHQ on twitter) …

GOTMAB057: Game Of Thrones S6E02 “Home”

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the ASOIAF Siren of the South Holly (@HuntPants on …

GOTMAB056: Game of Thrones S6E01 “The Red Woman”

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Sirens of ASOIAF of the South Holly, …

GOTMAB055: Game of Thrones S5 Feedback

June 18th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt gives his thoughts on the latest Game of Thrones Season 8 teaser trailer, and goes through your season 5 feedback!

Also there will …

GOTMAB054: Game of Thrones S5E10 “Mother’s Mercy”

June 10th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF of the North Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on Twitter) to discuss S5E10 “Mother’s Mercy”. Musically …

GOTMAB053: Game of Thrones S5E09 “The Dance of Dragons”

June 10th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the ASOIAF Siren of the East Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) to discuss S5E09 “The Dance of Dragons”. Musically Matt …

GOTMAB052: Game of Thrones S5E08 “Hardhome”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF of the South Holly …

GOTMAB051: Game of Thrones S5E07 “The Gift”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the ASOIAF Siren of the South Holly (@Huntpants on …

GOTMAB050: Game of Thrones S5E06 “Unbowed Unbent Unbroken”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt grits his teeth and powers through S5E06 “Unbowed Unbent Unbroken”. Musically Matt explores an theme heard in the House of Black …

GOTMAB049: Game of Thrones S5E05 “Kill the Boy”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt screwed up, and very narcissistically recorded his side of the conversation with Stephanie (@SMPersephone on twitter) and Bubba …

GOTMAB048: Game of Thrones S5E04 “Sons of the Harpy”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of Ice and Fire from the West, Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on Twitter) to talk about S5E04 “Sons of the Harpy”. …

GOTMAB047: Game of Thrones S5E03 “High Sparrow”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of Ice and Fire from the West, Kelly (@KellyUnderfooot on Twitter), and the Siren of Ice and Fire from the …

GOTMAB046: Game of Thrones S5E02 “The House of Black and White”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Thursday cast! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of Ice and Fire from the West, Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on Twitter) to talk about S5E02 “The House of Black …

GOTMAB045: Game Of Thrones S5E01 “The Wars to Come”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones, Matt’s Audio Blog Monday cast! In this episode Matt explains why he doesn’t have a guest, then looks at S5E01 “The Wars To Come”. Musically Matt explores ways to give some familiar …

GOTMAB044: Game of Thrones Season 4 Feedback

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog FEEDBACK CAST! In this episode Matt takes your feedback on Season 4 of Game of Thrones.

If you have thoughts about any Season 5 episodes of Game of Thrones and want …

GOTMAB043: Game of Thrones S4E10 “The Children”

June 9th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by the Siren of ASOIAF from the East, Susan (@Blackeyedlily on twitter), to talk about the Season 4 finale “The Children”, …

GOTMAB042: Game of Thrones S4E09 “The Watchers on the Wall”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by 2 of the Sirens of ASOIAF, the Siren of the West – Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and the siren of the South – …

GOTMAB041: Game of Thrones S4E08 “The Mountain and the Viper”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by one of the SIRENS of ASOIAF Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on twitter) to discuss S4E08 “The Mountain and the Viper” and …

GOTMAB040: Game of Thrones S4E07 “Mockingbird”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by one of the SIRENS of ASOIAF Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) to discuss S4E07 “Mockingbird” and musically looks at how …

GOTMAB039: Game Of Thrones S4E06 “The Laws of Gods and Men”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by one of the SIRENS of ASOIAF Susan (@blackeyedlily on twitter) to discuss S4E06 “The Laws of Gods and Men” and musically …

GOTMAB038: Game of Thrones S4E05 “First of His Name”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S4E05 “First of His Name” and musically explores how to “redress” familiar themes to fit storytelling purposes.

If you …

GOTMAB037: Game of Thrones S4E04 “Oathkeeper”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by Bubba (@Fittentrim on Twitter) from the Double P Media Network (@DoublePHQ on Twitter) and and one of the Sirens of …

GOTMAB036: Game of Thrones S4E03 “Breaker of Chains”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S4E03 “Breaker of Chains” and musically explores an …

GOTMAB035: Game of Thrones S4E02 “The Lion and the Rose”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by one of the sirens of ASOIAF Stephanie (@ReinePersephone on twitter) to look at S4E02 “The Lion and the Rose” and …

GOTMAB034: Game of Thrones S4E01 “Two Swords”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt is joined by Kelly (@KellyUnderfoot on twitter) and Bubba (@Fittentrim on twitter) of the DoubleP Podcast Network (@DoublePHQ on …

GOTMAB033: Game of Thrones Feedback

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt shares your S3 feedback.

If you have thoughts about this or any other Season 4 episodes of Game of Thrones and want to be included …

GOTMAB032: Game of Thrones S3E10 “Mhysa”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E10 “Mhysa”” and musically explores the music score’s function as a storyteller, as opposed to an emotion enhancer .

GOTMAB031: Game of Thrones S3E09 “The Rains of Castamere”

June 8th, 2022

We’re back! Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E09 “The Rains of Castamere”, and musically the score of the final moments at the Twins.

If you have …

GOTMAB030: Game of Thrones S3E08 “Second Sons”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E06 “The Climb” and musically looks at a theme for Jon and Ygritte.

If you have thoughts about this or any other …

GOTMAB029: Game of Thrones S3E07 “The Bear and the Maiden Fair”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E07 “The Bear and the Maiden Fair” and musically, because just about EVERY theme in this episode has already been …

GOTMAB028: Game of Thrones S3E06 “The Climb”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E06 “The Climb” and musically looks at a theme for Jon and Ygritte.

If you have thoughts about this or any other …

GOTMAB027: Game of Thrones S3E05 “Kissed By Fire”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E05 “Kissed By Fire” and musically looks at a theme for Stannis, and a theme for Jaime.

If you have thoughts about …

GOTMAB026: Game of Thrones S3E04 “And Now His Watch Has Ended”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E04 “And Now His Watch Has Ended” and musically looks at all themes Daenerys.

If you have thoughts about this or any …

GOTMAB025: Game of Thrones S3E03 “Walk of Punishment”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E03 “Walk of Punishment” and musically looks at how the slightest variations of themes can both reflect different …

GOTMAB024: Game of Thrones S3E02 “Dark Wings, Dark Words”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E02 “Dark Wings, Dark Words” and musically looks at a theme for the theme that accompanies Bran’s journey to becoming …

GOTMAB023: Game of Thrones S3E01 “Valar Dohaeris”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S32E01 “Valar Dohaeris” and musically looks at a theme for the Wildlings and how the happy major chord sound can be …

GOTMAB022: Feedback

June 8th, 2022

In this podcast make reads and responds to everyone’s feedback, gives some Game of Thrones and ASOIAF News, explains why the podcast is taking a week off (see you a week from Monday) and stumbles and stutters as usual. …

GOTMAB021: S2E10 “Valar Morghulis”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E10 “Valar Morghulis” and musically looks at Ramin …

GOTMAB020: S2E09 “Blackwater”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E09 “Blackwater” and musically looks at the difference between theme and motif, and how that is used to tell the story …

GOTMAB019: S2E08 “The Prince of Winterfell”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E08 “The Prince of Winterfell” and musically looks briefly at the Lannister theme.

If you have thoughts about this or …

GOTMAB018: S2E07 “A Man Without Honor”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E07 “A Man Without Honor” and musically looks at a theme for the Warlocks of Qarth.

If you have thoughts about this …

GOTMAB017: S2E06 “The Old Gods and the New”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E07 “A Man Without Honor” and musically looks at a theme for the Warlocks of Qarth.

If you have thoughts about this …

GOTMAB016: S2E05 “The Ghost of Harrenhal”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E05 “The Ghost of Harrenhal” and musically looks at a Stannis driven theme and the theme for the Faceless Men.

If you …

GOTMAB015: S2E04 “Garden of Bones”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E04 “Garden of Bones” and musically looks at the Robb and Talisa theme.

If you have thoughts about this or any other …

GOTMAB014: S2E03 “What Is Dead May Never Die”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E03 “What Is Dead May Never Die” and musically continues to explore the Greyjoy theme, as well as makes a rewatch …

GOTMAB013: S2E02 “The Night Lands”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E02 “The Night Lands” and musically explores the first ever rendition of the Greyjoy theme.

If you have thoughts about …

GOTMAB012: S2E01 “The North Remembers”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S2E01 “The North Remembers” and musically explores the “Lord of Light” theme.

If you have thoughts about this or any …

GOTMAB011: Feedback

June 8th, 2022

n this episode Matt shares all the feedback submitted so far. If you have something to add feel free by sending an email to mattsaudioblog@gmail.com or tweeting to @B4thedragonpod

Find podcast app links (please …

GOTMAB010: S1E10 “Fire and Blood”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S1E10 “Fire And Blood” and Ramin Djawadi’s first ever Season Finale “Mashup” (the first of many to come).

If you have …

GOTMAB009: S1E09 “Baelor”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S1E09 “Baelor” and a theme that represented 3 different aspects of Dany all the way up to Season 3 (and in a couple of theme …

GOTMAB008: S1E08 “The Pointy End”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S1E08 “The Pointy End” and a theme that leaves in this form and returns in another form in Season 2 (The Pointy End).

GOTMAB007: S1E07 “You Win or You Die”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S1E07 “You Win or You Die” and 2 Northern Themes on the music side (The White Walkers Theme and The Wall Theme.

If you …

GOTMAB006: S1E06 “A Golden Crown”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt looks at S1E06 “A Golden Crown” and musically examines three …

GOTMAB005: S1E05 “The Wolf and the Lion”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode. In this episode Matt looks at S1E05 “The Wolf and The Lion” and …

GOTMAB004: S1E04 “Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt rewatches HBO Game of Thrones S1E04 “Cripples Bastards and Broken Things”, where he mourns Cleganebowl, and breaks down Ramin …

GOTMAB003: S1E03 “Lord Snow”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome back to Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt rewatches HBO Game of Thrones S1E03 “Lord Snow”, where he accuses Jorah Mormont of being a “slime ball” and breaks down Ramin …

GOTMAB002: S1E02 “The Kingsroad”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome to the first ever Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog THURSDAY CAST! In this episode Matt rewatches HBO Game of Thrones S1E02 “The Kingsroad”, and breaks down Ramin Djawadi’s scoring of the Stark theme.

If …

GOTMAB001: S1E01 “Winter is Coming”

June 8th, 2022

Welcome to the first ever Game of Thrones: Matt’s Audio Blog MONDAY CAST! In this episode Matt rewatches HBO Game of Thrones S1E01 “Winter is Coming”, and breaks down Ramin Djwadi’s first scoring of the “Chaos is a …

GOTMAB000: An Introduction (Placeholder)

June 8th, 2022

Welcome to Game of Thrones – Matt’s Audio Blog! Matt re-introduces himself and tells you what to expect from this program. He also includes musical analysis of the Game of Thrones Main Theme!

Please subscribe to the …

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