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Mary & Blake MediaThe Rings Of Power: 2.03 - The Eagle And The Sceptre | Recap & Reaction | Mary & Blake MediaMary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.03 - The Eagle And The Sceptre. In this episode, we discuss if the show earns the implication of why Isildur hangs on to the ring, why Annatar/Celbrimbor might be the best part of what Rings of Power has offered so far, and why Pharazon is totally a Dry Bar kind of guy... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ringsofpower #ROPWMB 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com 2024-10-0156 min

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.08 - Into The Light (SEASON 3 FINALE) | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to the Bridgerton season 3 finale, episode 3.08 - Into The Light. In this episode, we chat why this episode was way too neat, why the side plot with Bennington was a MAJOR miscalculation, and we have an INSTANT Mary & Blake Media Hall of Fame Call, as well as moment. #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our sh...2024-08-081h 33

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.07 - The Red Sowing | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.07 - The Red Sowing. We discuss why the dragon selection scene was so compelling, but also devoid of any tension, why Alicent continues to have the best scenes of the show, and why Team Black needs a waaaaayyy better HR team and onboarding system... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows...2024-08-011h 46

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.06 - Smallfolk | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.06 - Smallfolk. We discuss why the show does really well at what it's great at, but really fumbles badly in the plot, the necessity of the kiss and if it helps inform the characters at all, and why Blake was a L'Oreal kid, and grew up thinking Tampax was candy... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On Y...2024-07-251h 50

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.05 - Regent | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.05 - Regent. We discuss the writer's unique journey, highlight the spectacular craft on display from the production team (especially the editing and sound mixing) and why creepy people belong together... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #HouseOfTheDragon # HOTDWMB 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgh-n-2Q...2024-07-171h 24

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.07 - Joining Of Hands | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.07 - Joining Of Hands. In this episode, we chat how the most interesting aspect of this episode is Colin's POV, if Whistledown is the true villain in all of Bridgerton, and why "Sharks Gotta Swim." #MaryAndBlakeMedia #Bridgerton 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtu...2024-07-161h 20

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.04 - The Red Dragon And The Gold | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.04 - The Red Dragon And The Gold. We we raise a glass to Rhaenys, talk about how this episode and the last are better each other because of context, why the motivations for all the characters are clearly defined, and why we STILL can't get over that movie Wild Mountain Thyme... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Medi...2024-07-121h 41

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.06 - Romancing Mr. Bridgerton | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.06 - Romancing Mister Bridgerton. In this episode, we chat the downfalls of lackluster side stories and spinning wheels on the plot, why Penelope and Cressida are basically the same character, and why Blake's favorite Needle Drop moment from the show yet made him lose his mind for his Queen... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #BridgertonWithMaryAndBlake #Bridgerton 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Med...2024-07-091h 22

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.03 - The Burning Mill | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.03 - The Burning Mill. We discuss why this show is starting to feel more like Game Of Thrones but is also setting itself apart from GOT at the same time, making the best scene yet in all of House Of The Dragon (and the one of the best in the GOT universe), and why Mary absolutely CANNOT get any of these names right... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk S...2024-07-031h 36

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.02 - Rhaenyra The Cruel | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.02 - Rhaenyra The Cruel. We discuss why Ser Criston is the absolute WORST, but also why that makes him the best, establishing a visual grammar to make your show stand out, and why Daemon has suddenly become Bobby Kennedy Jr. #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio:2024-06-301h 28

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon: 2.01 - A Son For A Son | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.01 - "A Son For A Son". We discuss why the show wants to have its cake and it eat it too, the dynamic marketing strategy for season 2, we introduce a new segment, why Criston Cole might be the most unlikeable and interesting character, expanding the visual palette of the show, and why Mary can't get Elf off the brain... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com 2024-06-191h 26

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.05 - Tick TockMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.05 - Tick Tock. In this episode, we chat why this show has succeeded in humanizing it's characters amidst the plot mechanics, important visual cues for subtext, and why engagement parties are just so damn awkward...especially ours... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://ww...2024-06-181h 03

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.04 - Old Friends | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.04 - Old Friends. In this episode, why Lord Debling is the best and the worst, the final test before a character breaks their stasis, and why we are making a shirt that says, "Hyacinth Knows All"... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtub...2024-06-131h 21

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.03 - Forces Of Nature | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.03 - Forces Of Nature. In this episode, we chat the prominent use of subtext in many different scenes, the antagonist/protagonist relationship shared between Cressida and Penelope, and why Mary will only refer to Benedict as "Bennington" from now on. #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio:2024-06-111h 18

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.02 - How Bright The Moon | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.02 - How Bright The Moon. In this episode, we chat the parallel stories between the Mondriches and the Bridgertons, the push and pull dialogue between Eloise and Cressida, and why Blake actually references the movie Made Of Honor.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtu...2024-06-041h 10

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Mailbag - Mary's Favorite Book, Draco's Bravery(?) and Dragons Eating DementorsMary & Blake discuss everything YOU have wanted to say to us, and answer all your questions in this listener feedback episode. In this episode, we discuss if Draco has been brave, or just fearful, our favorite books/chapters from Harry Potter, and if a dragon could actually eat a dementor! Plus much more. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #OrderOfThePhoenix 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our...2024-05-2156 min

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: 3.01 - Out Of The Shadows | Recap & ReactionIn this episode, we chat the emotional math behind Eloise's choices, if Penelope is a likable character, the dynamic behind parallel facades between Colin And Pen, why Mary & Blake Commandments are always right, and why Mary is HERE for a side of Deblin Beef... MaryAndBlakeMedia #BridgertonWithMaryAndBlake #Bridgerton 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgh-n-2Qw_5KNg...2024-05-201h 21

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 26 - Seen And Unseen | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 26 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Seen And Unforseen. In this episode, we discuss one of Blake's favorite scene transitions in this entire book, the nature of rebellion and how hit it can manifest in many different forms, and why Mary has a Chernobyl sized take about a certain baby... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary...2024-05-0944 min

Mary & Blake MediaChapter 25: The Beetle At Bay | The Order Of The Phoenix | Recap & ReactionMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 25 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Beetle At Bay. In this episode, we discuss why Cho and Harry should have never been together, why you need characters like Pansy Parkinson to push Harry, and why Bluey is way funnier than Blake expected... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our...2024-04-3045 min

Mary & Blake MediaBridgerton: Season 3 Trailer Breakdown & RecapMary & Blake discuss and breakdown the Bridgerton season 3 trailer. In this episode, we chat the noticeable difference in how this season is shot, all the glow ups, and why we are ready for some gardens to be in bloom. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #Bridgerton #BridgertonWithMaryAndBlake 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgh-n-2Q...2024-04-2352 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 24 - Occlumency | Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 24 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Occlumency. In this special episode, we're in the car on the way home from watching the total eclipse that just happened! We discuss whether or not Dumbledore and Snape have Harry's best interests at heart, if Sirius was doing the right thing as a guardian, and why New England is a vortex... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #OrderOfThePhoenix 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk...2024-04-0945 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 23 - Christmas At The Closed Ward | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 23 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Christmas At The Closed Ward. We chat the nature of friendship and the roles the trio share with each other, how much Alice is truly aware of Neville, and why Blake breaks because of one VERY special character... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #TheOrderOfThePhoenix #ThePotterverse 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: Se...2024-04-021h 04

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 22 - St. Mungo's Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 22 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - St. Mungo's Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries. We chat the natural push and pull of character arcs for both Sirius and Harry, the real difference between foreshadowing and teasing, and why Harry's ahd absolutely ENOUGH... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our sh...2024-03-1939 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 21 - The Eye Of The Snake | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 21 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - They Eye Of The Snake. We chat what separates the "Oneness" of Harry from Neville, the author setting up. major 3 beats to help amplify the remainder of the story, and why Blake is TOTALLY Pansy Parkinson... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our sh...2024-03-151h 04

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 20 - Hagrid's Tale | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 20 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Hagrid's Tale. We chat the nature of storytelling within a story, how and why the death eaters are capable of making a more compelling case to the giants, and why Fang is feeling a little like Kevin McCallister right now... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #OrderOfThePhoenix 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Med...2024-02-0947 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 19 - The Lion And The Serpent | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 19 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Lion And The Serpent. We chat why Dumbledore and Umbridge cannot exist in the same narrative, why the Slytherins are both good AND bad in this chapter, and Blake does his first different perspective in a LONG time.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #The Potterverse #HarryPotter 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Med...2024-01-101h 06

Mary & Blake MediaThe Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.04 - I Plunge To My DeathMary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.04 - I Plunge To My Death. They chat about the heroes facing the Chimera in St. Louis, and unraveling the complexities of the narrative. Blake offers insights on the writing term "bookending", while Mary and Rhys explore Greek mythology, dissecting the Chimera's origins and its adaptation in the series. They also discuss Sally Jackson's impactful appearance and the theme of motherhood take center stage, providing an emotional depth to the discussion. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePercyJacksonProphecy #PercyJackson 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get e...2024-01-0742 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.03 - We Visit The Garden Gnome EmporiumMary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.03 - We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium. They unravel the perilous Quest leading Percy, Grover, and Annabeth to face the notorious Medusa in New Jersey. Rhys and Mary applaud the nuanced portrayal of Medusa and explore the character dynamics amidst the mythological chaos. With special insights from Blake, the hosts discuss the episode's direction, writing, and the exciting introduction of Lin Manuel Miranda as Hermes. This episode promises a riveting blend of analysis, humor, and behind-the-scenes revelations for Percy Jackson enthusiasts worldwide. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePercyJacksonProphecy #P...2024-01-0136 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 18 - Dumbledore's Army | The Order Of The Phoenix#MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #OrderOfThePhoenix 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgh-n-2Qw_5KNg_iyf74HMA?sub_confirmation=1 💬 Join our email list: Get automatic updates on all of our content, merch, and announcements delivered right to your mailbox. No spam - we promise. JOIN HERE: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64...2024-01-0155 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 17 - Educational Decree Number 24 | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 17 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four. We chat if Umbridge is actually correct in enforcing the decree, why characterization needs to include traits ONLY that character should have, and why Justin Finch Fletchley continues to be the worst character in all of Potter... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our...2023-12-1252 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 16 - In The Hog's Head | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 16 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - In The Hog's Head. We chat why this chapter is more focused on the outside world looking in on Harry as opposed the other way around, Harry starting to experience his "Luke Skywalker Moment", and why Blake's school wouldn't allow the "poors" like Mary in it's pub on campus... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Bl...2023-11-2549 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 15 - The Hogwarts High Inquisitor | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 15 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Hogwarts High Inquisitor. We chat the dangers of state run media, examples of good character dialogue vs. bad character dialogue, and why Mary had a giant Harp in her college dorm room.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https...2023-11-091h 16

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 14 - Percy And Padfoot | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 14 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Percy And Padfoot. We chat the magic of dialogue placement and pacing, why the movie forgot to give Cho a character, and why Hermione is kinda living the life of that show "The Summer I Turned Pretty". #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in st...2023-10-311h 17

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 13 - Detention With DoloresMary & Blake discuss chapter 13 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Detention With Dolores. We chat why the scary is the subtlety, why this isn't the best chapter for Hermione fans, and Blake gives a truly AWFUL impersonation of Bane from The Dark Knight Rises.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://w...2023-10-171h 05

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 12 - Professor Umbridge | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 11 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Professor Umbridge. We chat if we think Umbridge is actually wrong with her assessment of Hogwarts, why McGonagall is sneaky great, and the unfortunate rise of "Pinkhats" in sports... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show: https://JoinTheNerdClan.com ✅ Subscribe to Mary & Blake Media On YouTube: See our shows LIVE in studio: https://www.youtube.com/channe...2023-10-011h 04

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 11 - The Sorting Hat's New Song | The Order Of The PhoenixMary & Blake discuss chapter 11 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Sorting Hat's New Song. We chat the authors setting up Harry's isolation and changing the fabric of the one place place in which he finds solace, why Umbridge should have been setting of MAJOR red flags from the jump, and why if you're going to have friends, then you be on the lookout for fart friends... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus material, and the famous Aftah Dahk Show...2023-09-1955 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 9 - The Woes Of Mrs. Weasley | The Order Of The PhoenixThe Potterverse Hosts Mary & Blake discuss chapter 9 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Woes Of Mrs. Weasley. In this episode, Mary & Blake discuss how the author sets up a mental map of the Ministry for later in the book, why we should be way more terrified of Lucius Malfoy, and why Remus peaked in high school... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Like what you see? Follow #MaryAndBlake everywhere we go :) Visit us on the web - https://www.maryandblake.com Support the show! -- http://www.JoinTheNerdClan.com 2023-08-0857 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 6 - The Noble And Most Ancient House Of Black | The Order Of The PhoenixThe Potterverse Hosts Mary & Blake discuss chapter 6 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Noble And Most Ancient House Of Black. In this episode, Mary & Blake discuss why the struggle and motivation revealed in this chapter make Sirius a great character, the plot being very simple for a reason, and why Mary couldn't help but do the Different Perspective RIGHT AWAY. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #TheOrderOfThePhoenix ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Like what you see? Follow #MaryAndBlake everywhere we go :) Visit us on the web - https://www.maryandblake.com Support t...2023-06-141h 11

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 5 - The Order Of The Phoenix | The Order Of The PhoenixThe Potterverse Hosts Mary & Blake discuss chapter 5 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Order Of The Phoenix. In this episode, Mary & Blake discuss the need for tonal balance and characters like Tonks, the implications behind the decisions made for Harry by his Godfather and his adoptive mother, and why Blake LOVES the idea of a bow on a brand new car.... ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Like what you see? Follow #MaryAndBlake everywhere we go :) Visit us on the web - https://www.maryandblake.com Support the show...2023-05-211h 31

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 4 - Number Twelve Grimmauld Place | The Order Of The PhoenixThe Potterverse Hosts Mary & Blake discuss chapter 4 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Number Twelve Grimmauld Place. In this episode, Mary & Blake discuss if Harry is justified in his anger, the emotional complexity of Percy's choices, and why Blake totally threw Mary off her "different perspective" game! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Like what you see? Follow #MaryAndBlake everywhere we go :) Visit us on the web - https://www.maryandblake.com Support the show! -- http://www.JoinTheNerdClan.com Follow us on Twitter -- https://www.twitter.com/MaryandBlake1 F...2023-05-1556 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Potterverse: Chapter 3 - The Advance Guard | The Order Of The PhoenixThe Potterverse Hosts Mary & Blake discuss chapter 3 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Advance Guard. In this episode, Mary & Blake discuss the wham-bam-thank-you-ma'am nature of the chapter, why Tonks is perfectly characterized within the first few lines of meeting her, and why Vernon Dursley LOVES to rat on his neighbors. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Like what you see? Follow #MaryAndBlake everywhere we go :) Visit us on the web - https://www.maryandblake.com Support the show! -- http://www.JoinTheNerdClan.com Follow us on Twitter -- https://www...2023-04-2846 min

Mary & Blake MediaThe Last Kingdom With Mary & Blake: Seven Kings Must DieMary & Blake chat about The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die. We discuss why the film doesn't miss a beat as it relates to feeling like the show, why there is some major plot yoga in order to create an arc for Uhtred, and why Mary apparently doesn't know this difference between facts and FAQs...2023-04-221h 08

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: 1.10 - "The Black Queen" | SEASON FINALEMary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 1.10 - "The Black Queen". We discuss the use and abuse of theme, why this show is best interpreted as a family drama, and we get into some pretty heavy cereal talk...you don't want to miss the end of this episode :)2022-10-271h 49

Mary & Blake MediaThe Rings Of Power With Mary & Blake: 1.08 - "Alloyed" | SEASON FINALEMary & Blake discuss The Rings of Power, episode 1.08 - "Alloyed". In this episode, we chat if the show lies to us, why the emotional connection between Halbrand and Galadriel is the centerpiece of the show, and why Galadriel and Adar are going to need to form a calming circle...2022-10-251h 09

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: 1.09 - "The Green Council"Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 1.09 - "The Green Council". We discuss why for characters to be believable, they must do everything in their power to achieve their wants, why Alicent is still in service to men, and why Ser Harold Westerling is a good boss because he always gets the Starbys for his crew...2022-10-231h 10

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: 1.08 - "The Lord Of The Tides"Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 1.08 - "The Lord of The Tides". We discuss why the characters are finally starting to feel true to the story, the irony in King Viserys' final night, and why the dragon keepers need to invest in Shout sticks...2022-10-201h 13

Mary & Blake MediaThe Rings Of Power With Mary & Blake: 1.07 - "The Eye"Mary & Blake discuss The Rings of Power, episode 1.07 - "The Eye". In this episode, we chat about who the show is writing for, the exquisite cinematography for the opening, and why Mary is totally Disa...2022-10-161h 22

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: 1.07 - "Driftmark"Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 1.07 - "Driftmark". We discuss the validity of the show holding the twist from you, why the night scenes look so...odd, and why Mary always gets her christmas shopping done BEFORE Halloween(!)...2022-10-161h 16

Mary & Blake MediaThe Rings Of Power With Mary & Blake: 1.06 - "Udun"Mary & Blake discuss The Rings of Power, episode 1.06 - "Udun". In this episode, we chat about light vs. dark, how this episode supplements and subverts core Tolkien ideology, and why Blake is never going to live near a mountain...2022-10-041h 10

Mary & Blake MediaHouse Of The Dragon With Mary & Blake: 1.06 - "The Princess And The Queen"Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 1.06 - "The Princess And The Queen". We discuss the effectiveness of the time jump, how two characters go from 0 - 100 real quick, and why Viserys totally has dragon stick figures on the back of his carriage...2022-09-301h 05