Westeros is BACK! ⚔️

On this episode of Take the Black, we break down Episode 1 of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms immediately after it airs.

Join Daniel Roman & Marq Nettles analyze the premiere’s biggest moments, character introductions, themes, and how this new series fits into George R. R. Martin’s ever-expanding Westeros.

00:00 - Intro

02:51 - Perfect First Scene?

07:02 - Thoughts on Egg Casting

17:44 - A Lannister Always Pays His Debts

20:34 - The State of House Targaryen

30:25 - Pacing & Episode Length

34:23 - Breaking Down George RR Martin's Interview

43:13 - Do we care about a Jon Snow sequel?

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If you love A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon & epic fantasy TV, you’re in the right place.

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Host Daniel Roman officially welcomes Marq Nettles, Game of Thrones content creator and longtime fan of Westeros, as the new co-host of the podcast. Together, they dive deep into HBO’s upcoming series “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” ahead of its debut.

In this episode, Daniel and Marq break down what sets this new Game of Thrones installment apart, including its lighter, more comedic tone compared to Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. They explore the journey of becoming a knight, the time period the story takes place in, and how it fits into the larger history of Westeros.

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00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Introducing Marq Nettles!

01:45 - Previewing A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

03:53 - Focusing on a Tournament

06:05 - First Comedic Game of Thrones show

09:03 - Which Characters are you excited for?

13:18 - Targaryens with black hair?!

17:49 - George RR Martin's beef with House of the Dragon

20:52 - Nervous about this show's adaptation?

26:51 - What book should people read first?

31:03 - Exploration of Knighthood

35:59 - What else are we watching right now?!

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Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the world of Westeros, this episode sets the stage for what could be the most charming and character-driven Game of Thrones series yet.

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After months of silence, Take the Black has returned!

Host Daniel Roman is back on the mic to kick off a brand-new era of the podcast... and this is just the beginning.

In this comeback episode, Daniel teases what fans can expect over the next few months, including the upcoming announcement of a new co-host and a packed slate of episodes covering the biggest franchises in TV, film & fantasy.

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🔥 Topics previewed in this episode include:

-HBO’s next Game of Thrones series “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms”

-House of the Dragon Season 3 & where it's headed

-Netflix’s Chronicles of Narnia reboot, based on The Magician’s Nephew

-New seasons of The Boys, The Witcher, Outlander, One Piece, and Avatar: The Last Airbender

-The early teaser rollout for Avengers: Doomsday & what it means for the future of Marvel Studios

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Whether you’re here for Westeros, superhero chaos, or epic TV storytelling, Take the Black is back and we’re just getting started.... again.

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On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Michael Patterson give their full review of James Gunn’s Superman. Is this the best version of the Man of Steel ever put on screen? We discuss the performances, the story, and how it stacks up to previous Superman films.

Then, we look at new House of the Dragon set photos from Hankley Common, including a dragon head prop and castle set that hint at dramatic scenes to come. Plus: Mattson Tomlin submits a script for the Aegon’s Conquest prequel.

We also react to the new Stranger Things Season 5 teaser and check back in on The Sandman season 2 in What Are We Watching & Reading.

Finally, don’t miss the WiC News Lightning Round, with rapid-fire takes on George Lucas at SDCC, the Zelda movie cast reveal, the return of Murderbot, and HBO’s massive Emmy noms.

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On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman discuss whether there's finally a reason to hope for The Winds of Winter, after George R.R. Martin announces appearances at both Worldcon and New York Comic Con. Fans are sending encouragement — will it be enough?

We also break down the box office and buzz around Jurassic World Rebirth. Is it a worthy entry in the franchise, or just another dino-sized disappointment?

Plus, The Sandman season 2 is here — what did we think of its long-awaited return?

Stick around for our usual fun with What Are We Watching & Reading and the WiC News Lightning Round, featuring hot takes on The Boys, Christopher Nolan’s leaked Odyssey trailer, and Jason Momoa entering the mosh pit!

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On today’s episode of Take The Black, Dan Selcke and guest co-host Aysha Ashley Househ dive deep into Squid Game season 3. Was it a masterpiece or a misstep — or maybe both? From thrilling games to emotionally complex characters, we break it all down: Player 222’s baby dilemma, the cryptic ending, and Cate Blanchett’s shocking appearance.

Plus, we talk House of the Dragon season 2 reshoots, the mysterious dragonseeds at Harrenhal, and George R.R. Martin heading to NYCC. Dan also teases Sandman season 2 and Aysha previews the Abbott Elementary and Always Sunny crossover!

Stick around for the WiC News Lightning Round, where we speed through the latest on James Bond, Project Hail Mary, a new Vikings series, and much more.

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On today’s episode of Take the Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman review The Hedge Knight, the beloved Game of Thrones novella that will soon be adapted into the HBO series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. What makes this Dunk & Egg tale so special — and how might HBO bring it to life?

They also dive into the latest House of the Dragon leaks, including a mysterious set photo of a shipwrecked “Queen Who Never Was” and a controversial image of Rhaena Targaryen that suggests a major change from the books. Plus, what’s going on with Aegon’s arc in Season 3?

In other fantasy news, The Wheel of Time may be done for good as Rosamund Pike shares a farewell message. Meanwhile, The Witcher gets recast, and the showrunners have a wild explanation for it. Sophie Okonedo earns an award nomination, and author Andrzej Sapkowski throws shade at George R.R. Martin — but also offers some surprising support.

In What Are We Watching/Reading, the hosts share thoughts on the final season of Cobra Kai and the latest Murderbot episodes.

And stick around for the WiC News Lightning Round, featuring rapid-fire takes on Interview With the Vampire, the future of Rey in Star Wars, Rowling vs. Pedro Pascal, the Highlander reboot, and much more from across the fantasy and sci-fi landscape.

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On this week’s episode of Take the Black, Dan Selcke and Daniel Roman break down some of the wildest stories in sci-fi and fantasy!

First, they dive into the passionate fan campaign to save The Wheel of Time, including sky banners, Sao Paulo billboards, and emotional IG posts from Rosamund Pike. Then, they explore the future of Dune, and whether Jason Momoa’s son is about to become a giant worm god.

Later, the hosts tackle a major question: how do franchises become boring? James Gunn’s recent comments about Marvel and DC offer some insight, but is overexposure the real villain?

Plus: what we’re watching and reading, and the always-chaotic WiC News Lightning Round!

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