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Brothers Without Banners

by brotherswithoutbanners

We’re brothers reading through A Song of Ice and Fire! Dan has been a long time fan of the books, show, and general universe, while Michael only has his vague memories of seasons 1-3 of Game of Thrones, which he watched as they aired. Come along as Michael tries to figure out what’s happening.Follow us on Twitter @BrosWithBanners

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Episodes

  1. Episode 33: Game of Thrones RECAP!

    This week, we wrap up our thoughts on Game of Thrones, and Michael finally admits Sansa rules. #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  2. Episode 32: King in the Friend Zone! GOT Dany X

    This week, we discuss the last chapter of Game of Thrones, Daenerys X, and try to figure out why Jorah Mormont is such an idiot. Next week, we'll do our book 1 wrap up! #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  3. Episode 31: REO Speedwagon Is Attacking Us! GOT Tyrion IX, Jon IX, Catelyn XI

    This week, we discuss Tyrion IX, Jon IX, and Catelyn XI of A Game of Thrones. Next week, Dany X and the end of the book! #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  4. Episode 30: Diners, Drive-ins, and Dragons! GOT Bran VII, Sansa VI, Dany IX

    This week, we're rolling out to discuss A Game of Thrones Bran VII, Sansa VI, and Daenerys IX, and Michael enjoys a Sansa chapter (finally, you sexist). Next week, we're reading three chapters: Tyrion IX, Jon IX, and Catelyn XI. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  5. Episode 29: Ned’s Dead, Baby. GOT Dany VIII and Arya V

    This week, Michael insists on calling Arya's teacher "Pharell" and we discuss Game of Thrones Daenerys VIII and Arya V. Next week, three chapters: GOT Bran VII, Sansa VI, and Daenerys IX. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  6. Episode 28: Blothers Without Blanners! GOT Tyrion VIII and Catelyn X

    This week, we discuss A Game of Thrones Tyrion VIII and Catelyn X, and begin our journey on Bronn x Tyrion fics. Next week, GOT Dany VIII and Arya V! #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  7. Episode 27: Robert Baratheon, Letterjacket King! GOT Catelyn IX, Jon VIII, Dany VII

    NOTE: I goofed the email address both times I said it on this episode. The correct one to contact us is [email protected], which I will put in the show description as well. This week, we discuss Catelyn IX, Jon VIII, and Danaerys VII of A Game of Thrones, and take a brief detour...

  8. Episode 26: He Was F****** Right. GOT Sansa V, Eddard XV

    This week, we read Sansa V and Eddard XV of A Game of Thrones, and Michael gloats a lot about being right....... Or was he??? #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  9. Episode 25: Riding the Supply Train. GOT Catelyn VII and Tyrion VII

    This week, we read Catelyn VII and Tyrion VII of A Game of Thrones and get pulled over for by the podcast police for recording under the influence.

  10. Episode 24: Woke Dragons; AGOT Bran VI & Danaerys VI

    This week, Michael plays both hosts as we review Bran VI and Danaerys VI of A Game of Thrones. #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  11. Episode 23: Lord Commander Michael! GOT Jon VII

    This week, we discuss Jon VII of A Game of Thrones, and Michael appoints himself lord commander. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  12. Episode 22: Whose Chopper Is This? GOT Arya IV, Sansa IV

    This week, we review Game of Thrones Arya IV and Sansa IV, and debate if Ned's Dead, Baby. Ned's Dead. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  13. Episode 21: You Have to Learn Place Settings! GOT Jon VI, Ned XIV

    This week, we read GOT Jon VI and Eddard XIV, and imagine a full chapter of Jon learning to do laundry. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  14. Episode 20: Quick Little Sex Scene. GOT Dany V, Eddard XIII

    This week, we discuss Daenerys V and Eddard XIII of A Game of Thrones, and try to figure out how many manhoods is too many manhoods. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  15. Episode 19: Trumpets! Fanfare! Marching Bands! GOT Sansa III and Eddard XII

    This week, we discuss A Game of Thrones Sansa III and Eddard XII, and Michael is... *sigh* ... proven right. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  16. Episode 18: Conflict? In a Story?? GOT Jon V, Tyrion VI, Eddard XI

    This week, we discuss A Game of Thrones Jon V, Tyrion VI, and Eddard XI, and debate whether A Song of Ice and Fire is more like James Joyce or Arrested Development. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  17. Episode 17: Sopranos in King’s Landing. AGOT Eddard X and Catelyn VI

    This week, we discuss Eddard X and Catelyn VI of A Game of Thrones, and Michael looks at a map. #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  18. Episode 16: We Haven’t Seen Any Pegasi? GOT Bran V and Tyrion V

    This week, we discuss Bran's fight with the wildlings, Tyrion's trial, and Michael learns what series this is. #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  19. Episode 15: If You’re Not a Baby, You Gotta Watch Your Back. GOT Ned IX, Dany IV

    This week, we discuss Eddard IX and Danaerys IV of A Game of Thrones, and Michael realizes he has no idea who Rhaegar is. #GOT #ASOIAF

  20. Episode 14: They’re Not Invited to My Birthday! GOT Halfway Recap

    NOTE: We're aware of the sound issues! Dan was travelling this week and forgot his mic. Our apologies and we promise it'll be back to normal next episode. This week, we recap where we've been so far at this (approximate) halfway point of A Game of Thrones, and discuss where Michael thinks we're...

  21. Episode 13: Catching Cats! AGOT Arya III, Ned VIII, Catelyn V

    We discuss Arya III, Eddard VIII, and Catelyn V of A Game of Thrones, and get creeped out by a little kid who's pumped to execute random prisoners. #GOT #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  22. Episode 12: Conveniently Dead. AGOT Sansa II, Ned VIII, Tyrion IV

    This week, we jump into Game of Thrones Sansa II, Ned VII, Tyrion IV, and go to our first Westerosi professional sports event. #ASOIAF #GOT #GameofThrones

  23. Episode 11: Cat Starts a War. AGOT Ned VI and Cat IV

    This week, we discuss A Game of Thrones Ned VI and Cat IV, try to figure out the clues surrounding Jon Arryn's death, and debate whether Catelyn Stark is perfect and has never made a mistake ever. #AGOT #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  24. Episode 10: Law & Order: King’s Landing. AGOT Bran IV, Ned V, Jon IV

    This week, we discuss Bran IV, Ned V, and Jon IV of A Game of Thrones, and Michael learns--somehow for the first time--that the Others can make zombies. #AGOT #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  25. Episode 9: Snow not Starks! AGOT Tyrion III, Arya II, Dany III

    This week, we discuss A Game of Thrones Tyrion III, Arya II, Dany III, and Michael continues his campaign of hate against Ned and all Starks. (Snows are allowed, though.) #GOT #ASOIAF #GameofThrones

  26. Episode 8: Noir of Thrones! Catelyn III, Jon III, Ned IV

    In this week's episode, we discuss AGOT Catelyn III, Jon III, Ned IV. The mystery of Bran's fall and attack gets into gear; Ned gets made fun of by his wife's wannabe ex-boyfriend, and Jon meets his next dad. #GameofThrones #ASOIAF

  27. Episode 7: Fall, But Miss the Ground. AGOT Ned III & Bran III

    This week, we cover Ned III and Bran III of A Game of Thrones. #ASOIAF #AGOT

  28. Episode 6: Wolf ex Machina! GOT Tyrion II, Catelyn II, Sansa I

    This week we discuss Tyrion II, Catelyn II, and Sansa I, finally seeing our direwolf pups in action! Jon, Bran, and Arya are each saved from the terrifying threats of an actual murderer, a teenage snot, and Tyrion. We get into Tyrion and Jon's bromance, shame as a motivator (or hindrance), and...

  29. Episode 5: Hamsters Aren’t Prickly! GOT Tyrion I, Jon II, Dany II, Ned II

    This week covers FOUR chapters--our introduction to Tyrion's headspace as he clashes with his family; Jon's grief and fear for Bran, and his love for Robb and Arya; Dany's wedding; and Ned's day trip with BFF Robert. We discuss the complicated family dynamics, Dany (and GRRM's) othering of the...

  30. Episode 4: A Real REAL Instigating Incident...GOT Arya I and Bran II

    We experience our first Arya POV and go climbing around Winterfell with Bran, who never, ever, falls.

  31. Minisode 1: Black Panther Wakanda Forever

    From time to time we plan to release bonus content discussing things we’ve read or watched recently. In our first minisode, we break down our reaction to the latest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Full spoilers on the movie here, so tread carefully if you...

  32. Episode 3: No, He Wasn’t Murdered! GOT Ned I, Jon I, and Cat II

    We dive into the next three chapters of A Game of Thrones, Eddard I, Jon I, and Catelyn II, and Michael learns to ALWAYS be suspicious... very suspicious.

  33. Episode 2: He Didn’t Have Ears? GOT Bran I, Catelyn I, Dany I

    We start our main story journey with Bran I, Catelyn I, and Dany I of A Game of Thrones, and Michael learns for the first of many times that he needs to pay attention to character descriptions!

  34. Episode 1 - Introduction and GOT Prologue

    Michael and Dan introduce themselves and the podcast, and then discuss the Prologue of A Game of Thrones.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We’re brothers reading through A Song of Ice and Fire! Dan has been a long time fan of the books, show, and general universe, while Michael only has his vague memories of seasons 1-3 of Game of Thrones, which he watched as they aired. Come along as Michael tries to figure out what’s happening.Follow us on Twitter @BrosWithBanners

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