#outlander For the last time, we get to declare that DROUGHTLANDER IS OVER!!! With mixed emotions, we discuss the beginning of the end with the season 8 premiere of Outlander.

Jamie and Claire deal with a painful revelation regarding a past tragedy. Fanny starts to settle in as the Frasers travel back toward the Ridge. Jamie and Claire find the Ridge very different from when they left, including some interesting and unpleasant new neighbors. Reunions - expected and not - bring joy to the Frasers. Meanwhile, in Savannah, William continues to struggle with the trials of the past year, while also finding himself grieving once more. Jamie learns some disturbing news from an unexpected source.

Mentioned in the show: Hanako discusses The Land Con US, an Outlander fan convention taking place October 3-4, 2026 in Austin, TX that she will be attending. Click ⁠this link⁠ to find out more information.

Also mentioned: the Fandom Hybrid Podcast is nominated for an NYC Podcast Award in the "Best Entertainment and Pop Culture Podcast" category. There is a separate Audience Choice Award that YOU can vote for: just click this link and scroll to the "Best Entertainment and Pop Culture Podcast" category and vote for us! Voting is open until noon on March 12, 2026. More information here.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg In the aftermath of the Trial of Seven, the occupants of Ashford Meadow deal with guilt, grief, and loss. Dunk and Prince Maekar come to terms with each other. Prince Maekar makes a decision regarding his sons' futures, while Dunk makes peace with his past.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg Honor is challenged, loyalty is tested, and pride is on the line when the Trial of Seven begins for Dunk. A look into Dunk's past gives a glimpse of how he became the man he is today. Justice is served, but comes with a high cost.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg Egg apologizes to Dunk for his deceit. Dunk learns that his charges are more serious than first believed. Prince Aerion invokes an ancient ritual to determine Dunk's guilt. A Prince's dream gives a glimpse into Dunk's future. A betrayal leads to a declaration of loyalty. Egg chooses a side. Dunk learns who his true allies are.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg Dunk and Egg prepare for the lists. The lists take a violent turn when Aerion Tarygaryn makes his entrance. Dunk's view of the world of knights begins to shift. A threat on Dunk's life forces Egg to reveal his true identity.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg The Targaryens make their way to Ashford Meadow, but troubles plague the group. Dunk recounts the virtues of Ser Arlan to deaf ears, but finds an ally in the unlikeliest of places. Dunk vows to prove his worth as the Lists begins.

Note: there are major book spoilers from 22:46 - 30:15. Please skip this section if you don't want to be spoiled.

#aknightofthesevenkingdoms #gameofthrones #dunkandegg In a story that takes place about a hundred years before the events in Game of Thrones, we meet the acclaimed Sir Duncan the Tall, back when he was a lonely Hedge Knight named Dunk. After his mentor dies unexpectedly, Dunk makes his way to a local tourney to try to improve his lot in like. Along the way, he meets an unlikely companion (among others) who will challenge him to hold on to the lessons he's learned, and to be true to himself.

#strangerthings #strangerthings5 The Hawkins group make their final stand against Vecna.