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The show that brings controversy and critical thinking to all things Fantasy Fiction and Anime. Buckle up as we review, analyze, and evaluate top productions of the genres while disputing...
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The show that brings controversy and critical thinking to all things Fantasy Fiction and Anime. Buckle up as we review, analyze, and evaluate top productions of the genres while disputing the good, the bad, and the ugly.
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20 SEP 2026 · We return to the land of Prythian today and pick up where we left off after the tumultuous events Under the Mountain. Many are struggling for a return to a sense of normalcy, a blessed union is thought to be the answer, and surprise arrival throws everything into complete chaos.Â
Keep up as Feyre struggles with nightmares, Tamlin makes safety his top priority, a High Priestess is introduced, a significant ceremony is planned, a cry for help is answered, and a new location is unlocked.Â
With the team recapping the collection of chapters, assembling categories which include Favorite Moments in Each Chapter, Most Impactful Moments in Each Chapter, Discussion Points from Each Chapter, as well as Instances of Character Development in Each Chapter, selecting ONE answer from each chapter for each category, and providing final thoughts... be sure to tune in.Â
"Was I interrupting? I thought it was over. At least, Feyre seemed to think so."
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13 SEP 2026 · We are bringing the heat today with vintage tenacity as we unleash on this one-shot movie review of The Mandalorian and Grogu! We hope you are ready for us to kick this analysis into hyperdrive because we are going to explore all of the ways this film fell short of expectations and left its core audience disappointed.Â
**Spoiler Alert** Do not listen to this episode if you have not yet seen the movie and are looking to do so since in this installment, we recap the events as they appear in the film from beginning to end. You have been warned.Â
Tag along to the Outer Rim as Din Djarin accepts a few missions with Grogu, Jabba the Hutt's heir is found, a Dejarik match ensues, the Twins have ulterior motives, a hero is in mortal danger, the Anzellan's keep their word, and unlikely comrades are brought together.Â
With the team summarizing the movie, providing overall takeaways, discussing the issues each had with the plot (or lack thereof), highlighting the mistakes The Mandalorian franchise made which left a bad taste in the mouths of the hardcore fans, and doing our best to close out on a high note with a few categorical rankings (that include Season 1-Season 3) for some added positivity... you're not going to want to miss this.Â
"The old protect the young. And then the young protect the old. This is the Way."
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6 SEP 2026 · We are switching gears today and bringing you a one-shot movie review where we tackle what could be the biggest film of the year and is currently the third highest grossing movie in box office history. Get ready for our coverage of Spider-Man: Brand New Day!Â
**Spoiler Alert** Do not listen to this episode if you have not yet seen the movie and are looking to do so because in this installment, we go through a detailed summary of events as they appear in the film from beginning to end. You have been warned.Â
Follow along as Peter Parker is living his life completely forgotten by all who knew him thanks to Dr. Strange's spell, Spider-Man has been consuming his day to day with helping the police apprehend New York's most dangerous criminals, the isolation away from the people closest to Peter who have no memory of him existing begins to take a biological toll, a new threat with telepathic abilities emerges, a few cameos pop in to either help or hurt, Damage Control has a few secrets, sacrifices are made, and Peter takes a chance.Â
With the team recapping the film, discussing overall thoughts, providing clarity on questions as well as concerns that viewers had, comparing how it stacked up to the other Tom Holland Spider-Man films, and assessing how the film hard launched an upcoming hero collab... This one is a can't miss.Â
"What have you seen?"Â
"From my side of the curtain? A really good guy who might just be changing."
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30 AUG 2026 · Today we close out Season 3 in House of the Dragon in its entirety with an additional bonus episode where we discuss our final thoughts regarding the season as a whole, look ahead to the final season, provide our rankings of a few fun categories, and reveal what we have in store next here on the show!Â
Tune in as we emphasize pivotal details that either detract or enhance the storyline when comparing specific aspects of divergence between each adaptation, assess which iteration of those moments we felt was stronger, highlight certain fanbase grievances, and recognize improvements made.Â
Additionally, we rank multiple categories relative to Season 3 with some exciting twists of our rankings format. Be sure to let us know who you agree with or create your own list and compare them to each of ours. We look forward to your thoughts and engagement on this one as you listen to us make our selections!
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23 AUG 2026 · We are coming at you with a bonus episode here today where we highlight key differences between the corresponding passages in the Fire & Blood book that align with Season 3 in House of the Dragon and discuss our preferences between many of the variations, while also identifying ways the plot has been altered.Â
Join us as we take a look at the second paragraph on Page 445 through the first paragraph on Page 485 in the Fire & Blood historical accounting which gives us the closest look at what Season 3 portrays on-screen and compare the works.Â
Be sure to sound off on the changes that upset you most, but don't be shy about giving credit where its due if there are aspects where the show improved certain areas either.
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16 AUG 2026 · The tumultuous Season 3 on-screen events in the House of the Dragon series come to an end today as we bring you our coverage of the polarizing finale, Episode 8 where Tumbleton is thrown into chaos and the realm's fate is altered.Â
Join us as news of Aegon's survival circulates throughout the kingdom, Daemon gets the green light for battle, Mysaria is relieved of her duties, Alys' series identity is revealed, Aemond receives an unexpected guest, the High Septon's blood is spilled on sacred ground, Rhaenyra addresses her subjects, Ormund's master plan hits a couple snags, Winter Wolves make their presence felt, Bold Jon Roxton's got that dawg in him, Ulf doesn't stick to either script, and Helaena takes matters into her own hands.Â
With the team providing a full detailed recap, highlighting visual and narrative errors, discussing extensive takeaways, addressing Rhaenyra's compounding mistakes, predicting consequences, and closing out with our Casual Questions segment... this one is a must listen.Â
"Grant no mercy! Give no quarter. I don't want the best of you, I want the worst! Go now... and kill them."
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9 AUG 2026 · While we are nearing ever closer to the conclusion of Season 3 in House of the Dragon, the surprises don't stop coming as we hang on tight to the roller coaster that is Episode 7 here today where loyalties are tested and a dramatic return unfolds.Â
Accompany us as Aemond experiences some issues at Harrenhal, Alicent has to call an audible, Corlys has been taken captive, Daemon's secret is exposed, dragons squabble up, Helaena's abilities work overtime, Rhaenyra can't seem to get out of her own way, Aegon makes an apparent last stand with Ser Tyland, and Ulf does the unthinkable.Â
With the team summarizing the episode in its entirety, providing overall takeaways, highlighting tide-turning moments, making predictions of what's to come, and carrying out our Casual Questions segment... you're not going to want to miss this.Â
"I'll make my stand here. And be buried as a king. With my dragon."
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2 AUG 2026 · The chess match continues as we dive into Episode 6 of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon series here today where a main character receives an appropriate ending to their story and Harrenhal holds an ancient secret.Â
Join us as Criston Cole faces justice in an unexpected manner, the City Watch's strength dwindles further, Aegon makes a decision on his next move, Aemond is reminded of an important piece of history, Daemon goes undercover, the Iron Throne expresses its displeasure, Ormund hosts men who have ulterior motives, and Alicent is sent away on a mission.Â
With the team guiding listeners through a detailed recap of the episode, discussing overall takeaways, expressing frustrations at certain avenues of strategy, debating logical or illogical perspectives, and providing our Casual Questions segment... this one brings the heat.Â
"I made a promise to the dead, Cole. I told them I'd build a sept out of traitor's bones. I don't have near enough bones yet."
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26 JUL 2026 · Our back half coverage of Season 3 in the House of the Dragon series begins today as we jump into Episode 5 where resources are thin and the City Watch is being targeted.Â
Keep up as the Rivermen are further delayed, Aemond reappears after a prolonged absence, Larys hits Aegon with some hard truths, Ormund gives Daeron a history lesson, Alicent makes a daring move with Helaena, Ser Criston Cole's intentions become clear, and Daemon walks in on a Feast For Traitors.Â
With the team delivering a full recap of the episode, highlighting aspects of insensible character grievances as well as areas of poor strategy, discussing overall takeaways, and providing our Casual Questions segment... stay tuned.Â
"I am the realms greatest warrior. And I will die as such."
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19 JUL 2026 · We hit the halfway point in House of the Dragon Season 3 here today bringing you Episode 4 where strategies shift and a lack of unity threatens all sides.Â
Tune in as Tumbleton suffers the Hightower takeover, Rhaenyra struggles to bring stability to King's Landing, Daemon has a surprise reunion with one of his children, Aegon has difficulty adjusting to his current station in life, Aemond is missing, and Ormund goes to extremes in giving Daeron a new position.Â
With the team running through an in-depth synopsis of the episode, highlighting a potential error in the storyline, discussing overall takeaways, and tackling our Casual Questions segment... don't miss out.Â
"I have risked much and more to raise you up. Surely, you do not wish to disappoint me."
The show that brings controversy and critical thinking to all things Fantasy Fiction and Anime. Buckle up as we review, analyze, and evaluate top productions of the genres while disputing...
show more
The show that brings controversy and critical thinking to all things Fantasy Fiction and Anime. Buckle up as we review, analyze, and evaluate top productions of the genres while disputing the good, the bad, and the ugly.
show less
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| Author | Joshua Nelson |
| Organization | Joshua Nelson |
| Categories | Fiction , Books , TV & Film |
| Website | - |
| burnthemallpodcast@gmail.com |
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