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A Song of Ice and Fire and Rome

March 24, 2024 | By History of Westeros

“How often do you think about the Roman Empire?” is a fun question that went viral in 2024, but in this episode we’re concerned more with how often GRRM thought about Rome (and not just the empire) when writing ASOIAF. We’ll also take a few minutes to talk about how HBO’s Rome was pivotal to the making of HBO’s GoT.

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Ever wonder if George R.R. Martin secretly channeled the Roman Empire while crafting A Song of Ice and Fire? This week, we delve into the fascinating parallels between Westeros and Rome, exploring the surprising influence of history on Martin’s epic saga. Join us as we discuss the “How often do you think about the Roman Empire?” viral question, unpack the surprising connections between the HBO series Rome and Game of Thrones, and engage in a lively Topicsmoot with our guests Ash, Aziz, and Sean. This episode is packed with insightful analysis and unexpected discoveries – don’t miss out! Plus, enjoy a special 25% discount on your first three months of Rize using code WESTEROS – link in the show notes!

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