The Small Council

Episodes

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  House of the Dragon S3E7 | Secrets, Sunfyre & the Road to the Finale 09.08.2026 1h 27m

  The Dance of the Dragons is heading towards an explosive Season 3 finale!In Episode 7, The Dragon in Winter, the Small Council breaks down Rhaenyra’s discovery of Rhaena and Sheepstealer, Daemon’s secrets finally catching up with him, Alicent’s drastic move against Aemond and Ormund Hightower’s growing political game.Plus, we get into Helaena’s increasingly important visions, the shifting loyalties of Team Black’s dragonriders and the return of SUNFYRE! 👀The council meeting is now in session. ⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 7.
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  House of the Dragon S3E6 Recap | Blood, Betrayal & Dragon Eggs 09.08.2026 1h 21m

  The Dance of the Dragons just claimed another major player.This week on The Small Council, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 6 – Faceless Men.We discuss the brutal Butcher's Ball and Criston Cole's fate, the growing pressure on Rhaenyra and Daemon in King's Landing, and Alicent's desperate moves to protect Helaena.We also dive into Aemond and Alys Rivers at Harrenhal, the discovery of new dragon eggs, Ormund Hightower's growing influence, Corlys Velaryon's capture, Aegon's plans for Essos, and the shifting loyalties that could change the course of the war.⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 6.The council meeting is now in session.
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  House of the Dragon S3E5 Recap – The Calm Before the Storm 23.07.2026 1h 28m

  The dragons may be quieter this week, but the war is more dangerous than ever.This week, we're unpacking House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 5 – Unbowed and Unbent. We discuss Aemond's growing connection with Alys Rivers at Harrenhal, Aegon's quest for revenge, Criston Cole's breaking point, and the political pressure mounting on Rhaenyra as her reign faces new challenges.We'll also talk about Ormund Hightower's expanding influence, Alicent and Helaena's desperate escape attempt, unrest spreading through King's Landing and Prince Joffrey's arrival.⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 5.The council meeting is now in session.
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  House of the Dragon S3E4 Recap – The Greens Strike Back! 23.07.2026 1h 31m

  The war takes another dramatic turn.This week on The Small Council, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 4 – Tumbleton. We discuss Lord Ormund Hightower's rise as Team Green's newest power player, Daeron's growing role in the war, Rhaenyra's struggle to hold the Seven Kingdoms together, and Aegon's emotional search for Sunfyre.We also dive into Rhaena's growing bond with Sheepstealer, Corlys' frustration with Rhaenyra's rule, Helaena's possible pregnancy, Tessarion's impressive debut, and what these developments could mean as the Dance of the Dragons continues.⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 4.The council meeting is now in session.
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  House of the Dragon S3E3 Recap | Winning Was the Easy Part! 10.07.2026 1h 19m

  Winning the Iron Throne was only the beginning.This week on The Small Council, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 3 – Rhaenyra Triumphant. We discuss Rhaenyra's difficult first days ruling King's Landing, the growing food crisis, Daemon's failed mission, the shocking deception surrounding Prince Daeron, and the fall of Tumbleton.We also dive into Corlys' push to legitimise Addam and Alyn, Rhaenyra's growing isolation, Sunfyre's condition, Daemon's expanding ambitions, and what it all means for the future of the Dance of the Dragons.⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 3.The council meeting is now in session. 🐉
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  House of the Dragon S3E2 Recap | Queen's Landing – Rhaenyra Takes the Throne 30.06.2026 1h 29m

  Rhaenyra has finally taken the Iron Throne... but at what cost?This week on The Small Council, we break down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 2 – Queen's Landing. We'll discuss Rhaenyra's long-awaited arrival in King's Landing, Alicent's shocking gamble, Otto Hightower's fate, and what Aemond's next move could mean for the future of the Dance of the Dragons.⚠️ Full spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 2.The council meeting is called to order!
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  House of the Dragon S3E1 Recap | Jace, Bloodshed & The Battle of the Gullet 26.06.2026 1h 25m

  The war has truly begun.This week, The Small Council breaks down House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 1 – Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood. We discuss the Battle of the Gullet, Jace's heartbreaking fate, the growing chaos within Team Green, and the controversial decision to have Rhaena claim Sheepstealer instead of Nettles.Join Lashauna, Sashell and SJ as they share their biggest takeaways, hottest opinions and bold predictions for what comes next in the Dance of the Dragons.⚠️ Full spoilers for Season 3, Episode 1.The council meeting is now in session. 🐉👑
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  House of the Dragon Season 2 Recap 08.06.2026 56m

  The Dance of the Dragons is in full swing, and we're breaking down everything that happened in House of the Dragon Season 2. From devastating losses and political manoeuvring to dragon battles and game-changing decisions, we revisit the season's biggest storylines and discuss what they mean for the future of Westeros. We'll share our thoughts on the major characters, our favourite moments, unanswered questions and predictions for what's to come as the war for the Iron Throne continues.
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  House of the Dragon Season 1 recap 01.06.2026 1h 9m

  Before we dive into the latest battles for the Iron Throne, we're looking back at the season that started it all. Join us as we recap the biggest moments from House of the Dragon Season 1, from Rhaenyra's rise and Alicent's rivalry to Daemon's chaos and the events that set the realm on a path to war. We revisit the key alliances, betrayals, shocking deaths and dragon-filled moments that changed Westeros forever, while sharing our favourite scenes and standout performances.
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  Meet The Council 01.06.2026 10m

  The council meeting is officially called to order!In our debut episode, get to know Sashell, Lashauna and SJ as we introduce ourselves, share how we became fans of the Game of Thrones universe, and explain what inspired us to start The Small Council Podcast. Whether you're Team Black, Team Green or just here for the dragons, this is the perfect place to begin your journey with the council.
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  The Small Council Podcast Promo 30.05.2026

  The Small Council Podcast has entered the realm. Join Sashell, Lashauna and SJ as they dive into the drama, politics, betrayals and dragon-fuelled chaos of House of the Dragon and the wider Game of Thrones universe. ⚔️ New episodes coming soon.👑 The council is now in session.#TheSmallCouncilPodcast #HouseOfTheDragon #GameOfThrones #HOTD #Westeros #PodcastLaunch #JamaicanPodcast #TeamBlack #TeamGreen