If you're interested in getting occasional news, behind the scenes content, and interesting fandom content, sign up to the newsletter ! Head to: https://www.thewesterosiprimer.com/newsletter What if one strategic marriage could end a war and change the course of Westeros? Join Liz on the Westerosi Primer as she explores the reign of Daeron II Targaryen. This king would later be remembered as Daeron the Good. This episode kicks off with an some listener feedback on the best and worst Targaryen kings. Liz starts with Daeron's formative years. She discusses his education and the union with Myriah Martell. This marriage brought peace with Dorne and paved the way for a new generation of Targaryens. The tension that marked Daeron's relationship with his father, Aegon IV, are explored. Daeron demonstrates his intelligence as he sidestep his father’s reckless actions. The episode also includes first Blackfyre Rebellion. Liz delves into the intricacies of loyalty, legitimacy, and power. Daemon Blackfyre had privileges he wouldn't have gotten if not for his parentage. Despite a thriving family life, Daemon becomes a challenger to his brother Daeron II. The Blackfyre Rebellion was fueled by discontent among the nobility and questions about Daeron's legitimacy. Daemon adopts the reversed Targaryen sigil and instigates the first of many rebellions. The Rebellion ends with the crucial Battle of the Redgrass Field. Daemon’s advance is ultimately thwarted by Brynden Rivers. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-westerosi-primer/donations…
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Paige and Mitch discuss one of their favorite topics this week, YouTube! Mitchell's sick editing skills come up and the wackos recall all the great Vine stars who have all migrated to YouTube. RIP Vine. VidCon, comedy on YouTube and much more are all topics of discussion this week. And there's a bonus...the audio isn't total garbage! Hooray!…
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In their pilot episode, Paige and Mitch discuss starting a podcast and trying to think of a name. It's not as easy as it sounds. They play the Newlfriend game and try to introduce themselves as best as possible. Mitchell talks about his love of hot dogs and Paige recounts being pulled over in high school. There's a lot of talking over one another, …
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