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George R.R. Martin

Mentioned in 58 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

# George R.R. Martin An author of bestselling fantasy series, most notably *A Song of Ice and Fire*, which forms the basis for HBO Max's *Game of Thrones* television adaptations including *A Night of the Seven Kingdoms* and *House of the Dragon*. He is frequently referenced in podcast sponsor advertisements promoting these HBO Max series across a wide range of shows. His work has become a major cultural touchstone, with his public commentary on showrunner decisions influencing fan reception of the television adaptations.

Episode Appearances

Lori & Julia STILL LOUD

Lori & Julia STILL LOUD · Apr 8, 2026

Episode 55: Housewives Hype, Blake Lively’s Rough Road & April Bookapalooza

Executive producer of Dark Winds; appeared in Season 4 episode playing cards with Joe Leaphorn character

Real Housewives franchise evolution and audience expectationsCelebrity litigation and public relations strategy failuresDomestic violence representation in film and television marketing
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Mile Higher

Mile Higher · Apr 2, 2026

387: His Parents Demand Answers... Did OpenAI Cover-Up Suchir Balaji's Death?

Game of Thrones author leading class action lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement

ChatGPT Copyright Infringement LawsuitsAI Training Data Fair Use DoctrineOpenAI Business Model Ethics
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 20, 2026

Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen

Wrote novellas adapted into House of the Dragon prequel series 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.'

Film production logistics and scheduling constraintsScreenwriting collaboration and script revision processesAction film narrative structure and third-act construction
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Giggly Squad

Giggly Squad · Mar 6, 2026

Giggling about tinned fish, tracking farts, and Tampa

Author referenced as creator of Game of Thrones source material in HBO Max ad

Tampa Airport Dress Code PolicyCrocs and Pajama Pants Fashion RightsAward Show Anxiety and Beta Blockers
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Pablo Torre Finds Out

Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 5, 2026

Share & Bubble & Tell with Mina Kimes and Derek Thompson

Author; Game of Thrones series referenced in HBO Max advertisement

AI Bubble Economics and Market ValuationAI Adoption Rates and Workforce PenetrationGenerative AI Utility in Knowledge Work
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House of R

House of R · Mar 4, 2026

The 2026 Winter Mailbag

Author of A Song of Ice and Fire; discussed regarding fan theories and potential involvement in adaptations

A Song of Ice and Fire fan theories and source material interpretationBook recommendations and reading community engagementFantasy television adaptations and creative decision-making
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Mark Narrations - Reddit Stories

Mark Narrations - Reddit Stories · Mar 2, 2026

I THREATENED To Take My Sister To Court After Her Toddler Destroyed My Stuff | Reading Reddit

Author of bestselling series that Game of Thrones is based on, mentioned in advertisement

Family conflict resolution and boundary-settingProperty damage liability and accountabilityMental health crisis intervention and psychiatric care
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Fantasy Fangirls

Fantasy Fangirls · Mar 2, 2026

Everything You Need To Know Before Reading When the Moon Hatched | Intro

Author of 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series; HBO Max advertising 'A Night of the Seven Kingdoms' based on his work

Fantasy World-Building SystemsMagic System Design and MechanicsCharacter Analysis and Development
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Mark Narrations - Reddit Stories

Mark Narrations - Reddit Stories · Mar 1, 2026

My Mother-In-Law Wished Me To Die But Wife Says I Should Be Able To Trust Her? | Reading Reddit

Author of bestselling series mentioned in HBO Max advertisement for Game of Thrones spinoff

Mother-in-law boundary settingFamily enmeshment and codependencyChildhood trauma responses in adult relationships
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Giggly Squad

Giggly Squad · Feb 27, 2026

Giggling about testosterone, mullets, and spray tans

Author whose Game of Thrones prequel series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is streaming on HBO Max

Gender dynamics in professional sports and media coverageWorkplace sexual harassment and institutional accountabilityToxic masculinity and male insecurity manifestations
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Coffee Break Spanish

Coffee Break Spanish · Feb 26, 2026

Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: Un día de diez

Bestselling author whose work forms the basis for Game of Thrones series promoted in episode advertisements.

Spanish Language Grammar and SyntaxSubjunctive Mood Usage in SpanishSpanish Vocabulary and Idiomatic Expressions
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Good Life Project

Good Life Project · Feb 26, 2026

Set Boundaries Without Guilt, Drama or Losing the People You Love | Spotlight Convo

Author whose work 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' is adapted for HBO Max, mentioned in advertisement

Physical Boundaries and Personal SpaceEmotional Boundaries and Trauma RecoverySexual Boundaries
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Am I Doing It Wrong?

Am I Doing It Wrong? · Feb 26, 2026

Here’s What You Need To Know About Forever Chemicals

Author mentioned in sponsor ad read for HBO Max Game of Thrones series (not editorial content)

PFAS (Forever Chemicals) Health EffectsDrinking Water Contamination and FiltrationPFAS in Consumer Products (Cookware, Textiles, Cosmetics)
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Fear Daily

Fear Daily · Feb 26, 2026

Nothing Left to Burn | The Choice

Author of Game of Thrones series mentioned in Prime Video advertisement

Supernatural entities and paranormal phenomenaHomelessness and urban decayExistential philosophy and identity
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House of R

House of R · Feb 25, 2026

‘House of the Dragon' Season 3 Trailer Deep Dive

Author of Fire and Blood source material; his public criticism of showrunner decisions influences fan reception narrative

House of the Dragon Season 3 trailer analysisFire and Blood adaptation strategy and character compressionDragon battle sequences and visual effects in prestige television
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Coffee Break Italian

Coffee Break Italian · Feb 25, 2026

Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: La vera amicizia non ha età

Author of bestselling series adapted for Game of Thrones: A Night of the Seven Kingdoms, mentioned in advertisement

Italian Idiomatic ExpressionsConditional Perfect Tense UsageReflexive and Reciprocal Verbs
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Bad On Paper

Bad On Paper · Feb 25, 2026

Little One Book Club

Author whose novella 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' was adapted into HBO spinoff series.

Cult Narratives in Contemporary FictionWellness Culture and Health Trend IdeologyCharacter Development Across Multiple Timelines
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House of R

House of R · Feb 25, 2026

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 6 Deep Dive

Author of source material; confirmed Baelor's death as pivotal historical moment; working closely with showrunner on adaptation

Targaryen Succession and Political InstabilityHedge Knight vs. Noble IdentityProphecy and Fate in Fantasy Narrative
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Coffee Break French

Coffee Break French · Feb 23, 2026

Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: Où est passé Milou ?

Author referenced in HBO Max advertisement as creator of Game of Thrones source material

French Grammar: Plus-Perfect Tense UsageFrench Grammar: Reflexive Verbs and AgreementFrench Vocabulary: Idiomatic Expressions
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Fantasy Fangirls

Fantasy Fangirls · Feb 23, 2026

TOG Fantasy FanGuide Episode 4: Kingdom of Ash

Author of Game of Thrones; mentioned as bestselling author whose work is adapted for HBO Max

Character Arc Development and RedemptionEnsemble Cast Storytelling in Epic FantasyMagic System Design with Consequences
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House of R

House of R · Feb 23, 2026

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 6 Reactions | Talk the Thrones

Author of source material; discussed regarding incomplete novellas and potential future collaboration with showrunners

Character Consequences of Violence in Fantasy TelevisionAdaptation Fidelity vs. Creative Expansion in Prestige TelevisionLegacy and Generational Trauma in Fantasy Narratives
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Nature Podcast

Nature Podcast · Feb 20, 2026

Briefing chat: How hovering bumblebees keep their cool

Author mentioned in sponsor advertisement for HBO Max series A Night of the Seven Kingdoms

Sex differences in brain structure and functionNeuroimaging and fMRI research methodologyMental health disparities between sexes
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Gone Medieval

Gone Medieval · Feb 20, 2026

Game of Thrones: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Author of Game of Thrones and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms source material novellas

Medieval Tournament Recreation and AuthenticityKnightly Culture and Chivalric ValuesWomen's Agency in Medieval Society
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Coffee Break Spanish

Coffee Break Spanish · Feb 19, 2026

Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 5: Despedidas

Author of bestselling series mentioned in HBO Max advertisement for Game of Thrones prequel

Spanish diminutive suffixes and their emotional connotationsRegional vocabulary differences between Spain and Latin AmericaLeísmo pronoun usage in Spanish
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House of R

House of R · Feb 18, 2026

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 5 Deep Dive

Author of the Dunk and Egg novellas and A Song of Ice and Fire; consulted on the show and revealed Dunk survives Summer Hall

Trial by Combat Mechanics and Rules in Fantasy WorldbuildingCharacter Origin Stories and Formative Trauma in Fantasy NarrativesProphecy, Fate, and Free Will in George R.R. Martin's Writing
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Giggly Squad

Giggly Squad · Feb 17, 2026

Giggling about couples counseling, clams, and condoms

Author of Game of Thrones; referenced for bestselling source material for HBO Max prequel series

America's Next Top Model exploitation and ethical concernsReality TV editing and narrative manipulationCouples counseling and relationship red flags
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How to Be a Better Human

How to Be a Better Human · Feb 16, 2026

How to make (and keep) friends | from A Slight Change of Plans

Author mentioned in advertisement for Game of Thrones series A Night of the Seven Kingdoms

Friendship as identity development and self-expansionRepeated interaction and mere exposure effect in friendship formationOvercoming rejection anxiety in friendship initiation
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Watch What Crappens

Watch What Crappens · Feb 13, 2026

#3217 The Valley Persian Style S1E07: Slip n’ Snide

Author of Game of Thrones series mentioned in HBO Max advertisement

Reality TV Relationship DynamicsSpousal Support and Filming ParticipationFinancial Pressure in Entertainment Careers
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Watch What Crappens

Watch What Crappens · Feb 12, 2026

#3214 Southern Charm S11E11 Part Two: Born For Corn

Author of Game of Thrones series mentioned in HBO Max advertisement

Relationship breakups and communicationFriendship trust and selective vulnerabilityGossip dynamics and third-party messaging
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Two Judgey Girls

Two Judgey Girls · Feb 12, 2026

TJG: Hey Everyone, It's Shayne Davis!

Author of Game of Thrones series mentioned in pre-roll advertisement

Drug addiction recovery and sobriety maintenanceVertical content platforms and short-form video monetizationReality TV casting and production logistics (HIPAA compliance, filming constraints)
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The Supermassive Podcast

The Supermassive Podcast · Feb 11, 2026

2026: The year in space... And at sea?!

Author of bestselling series on which HBO Max series 'A Night of the Seven Kingdoms' is based

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch and capabilitiesPLATO mission for exoplanet discoveryTotal solar eclipse August 12 2026 across Europe
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The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories · Feb 10, 2026

Wainer by Michael Shaara

Mentioned as bestselling author whose work 'A Song of Ice and Fire' is adapted as HBO Max series

Genetic Engineering and Human EnhancementSocial Stratification in Future SocietiesSpace Exploration and Human Adaptation
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The Watch

The Watch · Feb 9, 2026

Super Bowl Trailers: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Plus, ‘Industry’ S4E5 and ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 4.

Author of Game of Thrones source material; discussed regarding adaptation fidelity in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Netflix's role in funding prestige cinemaAI advertising saturation and cultural messagingCharacter opacity vs. emotional recognition in prestige TV
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The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 6, 2026

Super Bowl LX Preview

Author; referenced in HBO Max Game of Thrones advertisement

Super Bowl LX Preview: Seahawks vs PatriotsDefensive Play-Calling as Head Coach StrategyDrake May Rookie Season Trajectory and MVP Candidacy
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WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp

WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp · Feb 4, 2026

Instantaneous Acceleration - Military-Filmed UFO Footage

Author of bestselling series adapted for Game of Thrones television content mentioned in advertisement

UAP Instantaneous Acceleration ObservableMilitary Thermal Imaging AnalysisMQ-9 Reaper Drone Sensor Systems
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The Broski Report with Brittany Broski

The Broski Report with Brittany Broski · Feb 3, 2026

127: I WATCHED HEATED RIVALRY

Creator and steward of Game of Thrones universe; Broski notes his involvement elevates House of the Dragon quality

LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream streaming televisionAcademic freedom and censorship in higher educationGender studies curriculum restrictions at universities
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The Watch

The Watch · Feb 2, 2026

HBO’s Upcoming TV Slate, the Many Ghosts of ‘Industry,’ and ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ E3

Author involved in public fallout with House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal over creative direction

HBO Programming Strategy and Release ModelsGame of Thrones Universe Expansion ManagementWhite Lotus Season 3 Casting Announcements
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The Supermassive Podcast

The Supermassive Podcast · Jan 29, 2026

Q&A: Meteors, Artemis II, and Space Bathtubs

Author mentioned in advertisement context for Game of Thrones series A Night of the Seven Kingdoms

Exoplanet Ring Systems DetectionInternational Space Station Medical EmergenciesArtemis II Crewed Lunar Mission
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Take Your Shoes Off w/ Rick Glassman

Take Your Shoes Off w/ Rick Glassman · Jan 28, 2026

Sona Movsesian 7.0

Game of Thrones creator encountered at Comic-Con, discussed by Rick regarding the show's ending

Home Loss and Rebuilding After Natural DisastersPersonal Essay Writing and JournalismLong-term Friendship Dynamics
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Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware

Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware · Jan 28, 2026

Bryan Cranston

Author of Game of Thrones series mentioned in advertisement

Theater production and ensemble performance dynamicsParental influence on career choices and leadership styleChildhood trauma and resilience in high-achieving professionals
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The Penumbra Podcast

The Penumbra Podcast · Jan 22, 2026

THIRST S1E14: Base, Part 1

Author of Game of Thrones source material mentioned in HBO Max advertisement

Relationship conflict and marital tensionInstitutional secrets and hidden archivesSurvival in confined spaces
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WHAT WENT WRONG

WHAT WENT WRONG · Jan 19, 2026

Game of Thrones (Pilot)

Author of A Song of Ice and Fire series; insisted on creative control and approval of showrunners

Television Pilot Production and ReshootsFantasy Television Adaptation StrategyCasting Direction for Ensemble Dramas
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Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain · Jan 12, 2026

You 2.0: How to Get Out of a Rut

Game of Thrones author experiencing multi-year writer's block; case study of goal gradient effect

Goal Gradient Effect and Motivation PsychologyPerfectionism as Psychological BarrierMicro-Goal Setting and Task Atomization
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Charles Dickens Ghost Stories

Charles Dickens Ghost Stories · Jan 12, 2026

The Baron of Grogzwig

Author whose work 'A Song of Ice and Fire' is adapted as HBO Max series mentioned in sponsorship

Charles Dickens' literary works and research processVictorian-era ghost stories and supernatural fictionMedieval German aristocracy and castle life
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Charles Dickens Ghost Stories

Charles Dickens Ghost Stories · Jan 5, 2026

The Ghost in the Bride's Chamber: Part Two

Author of the bestselling work on which the HBO Max series A Night of the Seven Kingdoms is based, mentioned in advertising.

Psychological manipulation and coercive controlInheritance and property law in Victorian EnglandSupernatural punishment and guilt manifestation
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The Magnus Archives

The Magnus Archives · Dec 25, 2025

The Listening Club TTRPG Special - Episode 3

Author of Game of Thrones source material mentioned in advertisement segment

Tabletop RPG game design and mechanicsPodcast IP expansion into board gamesCrowdfunding campaigns for entertainment products
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Jane Austen Stories

Jane Austen Stories · Dec 23, 2025

Pride and Prejudice Part 25

Author of bestselling series on which Game of Thrones: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based

Romantic proposal and engagementFamily consent and parental approvalSocial class and marriage prospects
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Game Theory

Game Theory · Dec 19, 2025

FNAF, What’s ACTUALLY in the Box?

Coined 'gardener' vs 'architect' terminology for writing styles; famous non-plotter who lets stories evolve organically

Narrative storytelling techniques and writing methodologiesChekhov's gun principle in long-form storytellingArchitect vs. gardener writing styles in franchise development
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Jane Austen Stories

Jane Austen Stories · Dec 16, 2025

Pride and Prejudice Part 23

Author of bestselling series on which Game of Thrones programming is based

Romantic miscommunication and emotional distanceMarriage proposals and engagement customsFamily social dynamics and parental involvement in courtship
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The Supermassive Podcast

The Supermassive Podcast · Dec 15, 2025

BONUS - Slingshots, Christmas Presents & Alien Communication

Author of bestselling series adapted for HBO Max; mentioned in sponsor advertisement segment

Christmas gift recommendations for astronomy enthusiastsGravitational wave detection and human perception thresholdsCarrington event solar flare risks and satellite protection
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