This was one of the more exciting sections of The Wise Man’s Fear. In this episode Kvothe does all the right things. He saves Maer Alveron, and successfully courts Lady Lackless. He spends a great deal of time with Denna. And it seems like he might, maybe be getting a sense of how to move … [Read more…]
It’s safe to say that we are not fans of this particular episode. This season started out so well. Episode 4 was one of the best episodes in the entire series. But, throughout this otherwise excellent season there have been hints of potential problems. Like rocky outcroppings beneath a placid sea. And it is on … [Read more…]
In this episode we hit the boob jokes right out of the gates. Also, we are introduced to a host of new characters. Fresh blood. Finally! We explore the city of Severen, and the high society of Vint. Kvothe meets the Maer Alveron and saves his life. Oh yeah, and Denna’s back. Inexplicably, Denna is back. … [Read more…]
In this episode we hold the unpopular opinion that Dany was right to burn the Tarlys. Then we talk about all the secret Targaryen’s. All of them. We reveal that Gregor Clegane is in fact Lightbringer. Also, Rhaegar Targaryen had a thin wispy mustache and wrote bad poetry. Warning: We dramatically exceed our typical profanity … [Read more…]
Duchess here! Just to recap: In episode 17, we talked about the four major disciplines that arcanists study. We talked about how each of these disciplines fits into a really neat spectrum based on whether they rely on the Sleeping Mind or the Waking Mind. The Waking Mind represents the consciousness that we use to … [Read more…]
In this episode Kvothe is tried for witchcraft. Kvothe also makes an item that can protect traveler from bandit’s arrows. And eventually, we make plans to (finally) leave Hogwarts. Next time we will talk about chapters 53-60. Predictions: Kvothe’s name is hidden in that box in his room. The trip to see the “King of … [Read more…]
Duchess here. As promised (a while ago), here is a link to the Ted Talk by Amy Cuddy that taught me all about power poses. Beware performing these moves with keys in your hand. https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are You can find us on Twitter at @thedndpodcast Here is our Facebook Page and here is our Facebook Group … [Read more…]
I don’t know about you, but I have imaginary conversations with fictional people all the time. I’ve had more than a few heart-to-hearts with our leading gentleman, Kvothe, addressing the many ways in which he is rather stupid. I do this because I love him, and sometimes love needs to be tough. In this cartoon, … [Read more…]
Welcome to the first ever installment of Kid Cast. This is a podcast series where we turn control of the microphones over to our children. We will do this periodically. Please note that these podcasts are not explicit, unlike our normal episodes. So, you can listen to this with the kids in the car. In … [Read more…]
In this episode the Scooby gang gets drunk. Too drunk to cross a bridge. And they tell stories. Also, we meet another half-cracked student. And Denna bails! Predictions: Something is going to happen…soon… Next week we will cover chapters 44-52. You can find us on Twitter at @thedndpodcast Here is our Facebook Page and … [Read more…]