Exploring Westeros

Review of Game of Thrones, season 1, episode 1: Winter is Coming. How does the HBO show, Game of Thrones teach us that Ned Stark is important to the story? And what really is a new beginning in the world of Westeros? This reviews delves into the mysteries, questions, and great opening of the pilot episode of Game of Thrones 'Winter is Coming'   Music credit: arctsound. 

In episode 1 of Game of Thrones, King Robert tells Ned Stark, "You helped me win the Iron Throne. Now help me keep it." This episode explains the meaning behind those words - what happened almost 2 decades ago that led to a rebellion which saw Robert crowned king? Who was Lyanna, and why do these events play such a pivotal part in the lives of the characters who are introduced in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones.  Hosted by Westerosrevisited.  [email protected]

An introduction episode to Exploring Westeros. Are you new to the world of Game of Thrones? Or are you rewatching the show for the 5th time? Welcome to a podcast that reviews the episodes of the HBO show, Game of Thrones - and the successor shows. The podcast will reflect on themes, characters, story arcs, and sometimes real life history while watching, rewatching, and enjoying the show.