Sean and Aziz discuss Game of Thrones with no book spoilers in the first episode, then Ash & Aziz are rejoined by Radio Westeros for Season 7! We’ll take some live questions while comparing the books to the show. Even with the show this far past the books, there’s still a lot to say… so much that we added a third livestream: Predictions & Theories, recorded on Saturdays. The YouTube version is longer than the podcast as we have decided to continue taking questions past the podcast portion of the episode.
TV Discussion: Game of Thrones S04E04 (spoiler free)
S04E04
Another week, another episode of History of Westeros! Actually, another two episodes of History of Westeros, as we have a separate spoiler filled episode this week due to how much we had to talk about! View part 2 here.
Ashaya, Aziz and Sean discuss the exciting events of S04E04 of Game of Thrones. As always, we illuminate the backstory and explain the subtleties, keeping you prepared for the next episode and beyond!
Sean is an Unsullied TV viewer whose unspoiled perceptions are quite the contrast to HoW’s thorough Game of Thrones education, and this makes the review unique. Sean is an insightful reviewer who first joined us in our Red Wedding discussion episode, and has been our previous three Season 4 episodes: episode 1, episode 2, and episode 3.
I will answer injustice with justice.
That was me knocking your ass to the dirt with your own hand.
Goodbye Brienne.
Every scene (and there were a lot) of S04E04 is discussed, what we liked and didn’t like, noting interesting but non-spoiler comparisons to the books. As usual there is special attention paid to hidden detail and backstory.
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If I have to take one more leisurely stroll through these gardens, I’ll fling myself from the cliffs.
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TV Discussion: Game of Thrones S04E03 (spoiler free)
S04E03
Another week, another episode of History of Westeros! Ashaya was unable to appear today, so Aziz and Sean break down the transitional and controversial S04E03 of Game of Thrones. The discussion revolves around power dynamics, likable characters doing unlikable things, and how initial reactions can evolve quite a bit after gaining some perspective. As always, we illuminate the backstory and explain the subtleties, keeping you prepared for the next episode and beyond!
Sean is an Unsullied TV viewer whose unspoiled perceptions are quite the contrast to HoW’s thorough Game of Thrones education, and this makes the review unique. Sean is an insightful reviewer who first joined us in our Red Wedding discussion episode, and has been our previous two Season 4 episode: episode 1 and episode 2.
I don’t think I can kill a hundred wildlings.
The ominous they.
If you’re a famous smuggler, you’re not doing it right.
You’re the worst shit in the Seven Kingdoms.
Every scene (and there were a lot) of S04E03 is discussed, what we liked and didn’t like, noting interesting but non-spoiler comparisons to the books. As usual there is special attention paid to hidden detail and backstory.
Sean is asked to make a few predictions, while Aziz struggles not to tell him how right or wrong he is!
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TV Discussion: Game of Thrones S04E02 (spoiler free)
S04E02
Instead of the usual scripted episode, History of Westeros relaxes a bit to discuss S04E02 of Game of Thrones and the nuptials of King Joffrey, known as the Purple Wedding. Ashaya even made a purple cake for the occasion!
We are joined again by Unsullied TV viewer Sean Pink, an insightful reviewer who first joined us in our Red Wedding discussion episode, and who was in last weeks’ episode 1 review. His unspoiled perceptions are quite the contrast to Ashaya and Aziz’s thorough Game of Thrones education, and this makes the review unique.
No, no, no, no. You’re perfect the way you are.
After the credits, we discuss a few spoiler topics, so stick around for that if you have read the books!
I hate a good many things, but I suffer them all the same.
The dwarf, the cripple, and the mother of madness.
Look for me beneath the tree.
Every scene (and there were a lot) of S04E02 is discussed, what we liked and didn’t like, noting interesting but non-spoiler comparisons to the books. As usual there is special attention paid to hidden detail and backstory.
Sean is asked to make a few predictions, while Ashaya and Aziz struggle not to tell him how right or wrong he is!
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TV Discussion: Game of Thrones S04E01 (spoiler free)
S04E01
Instead of the usual scripted episode, History of Westeros relaxes a bit to discuss S04E01 of Game of Thrones…but who can relax for season 4 of Game of Thrones?! A solid start to the season with a long and exciting final scene.
We are joined by Unsullied TV viewer Sean Pink, an insightful reviewer who some may remember from our Red Wedding discussion episode. His unspoiled perceptions are quite the contrast to Ashaya and Aziz’s thorough Game of Thrones education, and this makes the review unique.
Timid bores me.
After the credits, we discuss a few spoiler topics, so stick around for that if you have read the books! This includes a short discussion on the recent spoiler chapter from The Winds of Winter, which will be at the very very end.
I’m going to have to eat every fucking chicken in this room.
Are you sure we’re not related?
Every scene of S04E01 is discussed, what we liked and didn’t like, noting interesting but non-spoiler comparisons to the books. As usual there is special attention paid to hidden detail and backstory.
Sean is asked to make a few predictions, while the others struggle not to tell him how right or wrong he is!
The HBO show reviews may or may not continue, so please let us know if you’d like to see us continue doing them. Be sure to check out our forum, which is newly launched, and introduce yourself there.
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Plots: Varys & Illyrio (spoilers)
In this episode, Aziz, Steve, and Ashaya continue their series on Varys and Illyrio. This is the spoiler filled installment in which their origins, motives, and “Young Griff” are discussed.
When Maelys the Monstrous died upon the Stepstones, it was the end of the male line of House Blackfyre.
Young Griff, the boy is called. There never was a nobler lad.
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Plots: House Tyrell (spoilers)
The ambitious plans of House Tyrell, who rule the Reach from Higharden. Boasting the largest army, they are the second-most powerful family in Westeros. But that’s not enough for them…
All men are fools, if truth be told, but the ones in motley are more amusing than ones with crowns.
Wield power through weak figureheads.
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