The Flamekeepers Jim and A.Ron are so close, so close to making the greatest discoveries this season has to offer. Things take a turn for Bernard and Sims. The blind faith in the tech is shocking. Join Juliette Nichols as she reigns over the mole-man project. Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
Season Two of Dark Matter has stepped through the box! Jim and A.Ron break down the premiere, exploring the show’s complex romantic entanglements, idyllic and apocalyptic versions of Chicago, and whether it’s even worth attempting to untangle infinity. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
Jim, A.Ron, and Max are back to compare episodes 3 and 4 of House of the Dragon Season 3 with Fire & Blood. They break down the business at Bitterbridge, talk Daeron differences, and answer your feedback questions along the way. What did the show change, what did the book do better, and what fresh chaos has the adaptation unleashed? This episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2 Kindle: pp. 491–497 Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only: Hardcover: Continue through p. 473, par. 2 Kindle: Continue through p. 503 Ends: “Lady
Jim is in the middle of a move and the empty room he recorded in is the result of that. Audio will be changing in the future. Jim and A.Ron have two minds about it: the mystery is paying off…or maybe it’s too easy. It remains to be seen. The Flamekeepers discuss the real life parallels between Silo’s AI, global conflict, and billionaires and what we are dealing with today. I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream by Harlan Ellison Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | T
In this episode, Jim, A.Ron, and Max cover the jam-packed opening episodes, “Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood” and “Queen’s Landing.” They’re comparing the episodes to their Fire & Blood counterparts. This episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 441, par. 4 – p. 460, par. 1 Kindle: pp. 471–490 Begins: “Yet Seasmoke, Vermithor, and Silverwing were accustomed to men…” Ends: “Thus did the flower of House Strong, an ancient line of…” Next episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 460, par. 2 – p. 467, par. 2 Kindle: pp. 491–497 Begins: “West of Harrenhal, fighting continued in the riverlands as…” Spoiler section only
Comic Steve Ausburne and NFL analyst Fran Duffy chop up a great season of television. Double Dragon is a House of the Dragon podcast. It features a stand-up comic and the author of two books on Game of Thrones. It also features university professors who specialize in medieval history and literature. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band’s webpage: Heiko. Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com
Anthony and Steve hijack the podcast to talk about the Treasons of Tumbleton. Then Anthony talks with Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
Jim and A.Ron are THE Flamekeepers! They called it and they want you to know that, please applaud. The world is ending, the politicians are lying, and billionaires are making everything so much worse. Seems familiar? The Flamekeepers Jim and A.Ron are parsing through the meaning on this episode of Silo on Apple TV+. Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
The season may be over, but King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron will never yield. They answer a ton of your feedback and discuss everything from Rhaenyra’s makeup and her lack of discretion to ravens literally talking. Be wary of the spoiler section—if you don’t want to know what happens in the book, as Davos would say, “steer clear!” Review of the Game of Thrones play Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron gather to speak their opinions on the finale of season 3 of House of the Dragon. Who dies, who has a major case of butt-hurt, and who has the best lines. Overall, the season was wildly entertaining and Jim and A.Ron are looking forward to season 4! Send in your feedback for the final episode of HOTD at hotd@baldmove.com. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
Steve and Anthony talk about King’s Landing politics. Then Kavita Mudan Finn and Valerie Garver discuss coercion, corruption, and clothing. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band’s webpage: Heiko. Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com
The King has been put to bed, and the Maesters convene to discuss the fate of the realm. Ser A.Ron, Maester Anthony, and Acolyte Max answer listener questions and dive deep into the differences between book and show in this spoiler-heavy edition of Maester’s Corner. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
The mysteries keep piling up as Jim and A.Ron break down Silo Season 3, Episode 6, “The Drive”. They debate the logistics of the show’s memory-wiping technology and speculate about the true nature of the Algorithm. But the biggest question may be this: Is the series laying the groundwork for a much bigger reveal, or simply spinning its wheels? Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron return to hear the petitions of their leal listeners as they break down House of the Dragon, Season 3, Episode Seven, “The Dragon in Winter.” We’re doing things a little differently this week—this entire episode is free of book spoilers. If you’re craving deeper book-to-show comparisons, keep an eye out for a jam-packed discussion later this week featuring Maester Anthony, Ser A.Ron, and Acolyte Max. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us:
Ser A.Ron and King Jimhaerys continue their campaign through House of the Dragon Season Three with Episode Seven. Jim bemoans the current state of Team Black, while A.Ron urges Green loyalists to rally behind their one true hope…wait, Gwayne!? And don’t worry—Aemond’s Oedipus complex gets the attention it deserves. Stick around for a brief spoiler section at the end of the show—but only if you’re into that sort of thing. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch |
Your regular hosts Jim and RFK Jr. are back to break down Silo Season 3, Episode 5, and there’s a lot to unpack. How many factions are we dealing with at this point? Should we be shipping Helen and Daniel? And what do you make of a twist that even the characters in the show don’t seem all that surprised by? SILO Season 3 Episode 4 Live Discussion with Pete Peppers, A.Ron, and CrisCinema Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us
Tom Holland returns as Spider-Man, and Jim and A.Ron return with another First Run Movie! They break down some surprising character appearances (and castings), discuss where the story fits into the ever-expanding Marvel universe, and marvel at Jon Bernthal’s return as a slightly tweaked version of his Punisher. Bald Move Pulp – Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) Bald Move Pulp – Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) Bald Move Prestige – Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) Bald Move Pulp – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) Bald Move Pulp – Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) Join the discussion:
We’ve got a Hightower of mail to get through this week for House of the Dragon, Season Three, Episode Six, “Faceless Men”. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron hear the concerns of the realm, from the fate of Corlys to the history of Alys Rivers to Rhaenyra’s romantic entanglements. And as always, if you’re a book reader (or simply not averse to spoilers), stick around for Maester’s Corner—our spoiler section—where Acolyte Max joins Ser A.Ron to compare the ancient scrolls of GRRM with what Ryan Condal and company have cooked up this season. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Super
Anthony meets up with Nolan, Melanie, Evan, and GDK to discuss a theory about Alys’s dormant Dreamfyre Eggs, to lament the death of Ser Cole, and talk fantasy league trash. Intro music by Tobias Sjögreen, check out his band’s webpage: Heiko. Join the discussion: book@baldmove.com | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Instagram | LeDonneBooks.com
In the latest episode of HOTD, Criston Cole gets everything he’s ever deserved, Ormund receives a stinky surprise, and Alicent is given a nearly impossible task. King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron are here to discuss all of that and more. Plus, if you’re not afraid of book spoilers, stick around for a quick Maester’s Corner at the end of the show. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
Jim and A.Ron have an important Star Trek: Strange New Worlds announcement. Give this quick update a listen for the latest news. Beam your feedback to startrek@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
We’ve got a lot of questions after this episode of Apple TV+’s Silo. Whose side is Sims really on? Are there any Flamekeepers left besides Jim and A.Ron? Are there any silos left besides 18? And is the show making smart adaptational choices, or falling into some familiar traps? Join us as we dig into all of that and more in our coverage of Silo, Season 3, Episode 4, “Whatever You Do, Don’t Go Home.” Got feedback (NOT from the books)? Send it to the Flamekeepers at silo@baldmove.com. Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Faceb
It’s another packed mailbag as King Jimhaerys and Ser A.Ron tackle your questions after House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 5. From Rhaenyra’s newfound spirituality and Ormund Hightower’s political strategy to pacing, dragons, propaganda, and whether Westeros could really use a few more maps, they cover your best feedback before Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max dive into a separate book-spoiler section to discuss adaptation theories and what may still lie ahead. Theme song: Game of Thrones (80’s TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the discussion: Email | Discord
It’s that time again. Lets get some new beef on the board!
CHAMPION. CHARISMA. CHARACTER. These are the qualities that make a badass. Badass Fest VIII goes live! Jim and A.Ron break down The Protector (2005), celebrating Tony Jaa’s bone-crunching Muay Thai action, impossibly long fight sequences, and one of the most unforgettable joint-breaking finales ever put on film. Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts
