Episode 22 for the week of March 22nd, in which we embark on a new show structure, focusing on three main components: one chapter, one character, and one theory.  This week, we kick off with chapter 46 of A Game of Thrones, discuss Doran Martell’s gout, and conclude that the “Varys is a Faceless Man” theory is entirely inconclusive.

We hope you like our new format- we changed it in light of some very good feedback in our email and comments.  Let us know what you think, and drop us an email if you’d like to guest host for an episode.

Episode 21 (recorded ages ago) for the week of March 22nd, in which we visit the five-chapter-reread format for the last time for chapters 41-45 of A Game of Thrones.  Originally, roughly half this episode was dedicated to trying to force Chase to recite the Pokérap (he declined), but we’ve pared it down for your listening pleasure.  Our guest host this episode was Robb.

Note: On top of being lost and severely delayed, this episode also has some major technical issues after the hour mark.  Somehow in random patterns, everyone’s individual audio seems to overlap, lag, and speed up oddly which results in several bursts of chaotic talking.  We normally do interrupt each other a lot, but not to this extent.  Sorry for the confusion!

Episode 20 for the week of February 1st, in which we bring back more shit-talk and politically incorrect topics into your lives after an unplanned hiatus.  This week, we cover chapters 36-40 of A Game of Thrones, respond to recent criticism, and coax Ashley 2 into complaining about the ASOIAF Calendar disaster.  No cats were sexually harmed in the recording of this episode.

Contrary to popular belief, the Podcast of Ice and Fire is still alive and feebly communicating.  The holidays have been a busy time for us (in terms of real life, not nerd shit).  We’re still trying to get this podcast back on track and are working to release a solid episode.  2009 deserves an explosion of all-new boner jokes.  Just bear with us and keep checking back for a new episode.

And don’t worry- if we ever decided to quit the podcast, APOIAF would go down in a blaze of glory and name-calling.  We’ll always be here for you, to fill the gaping void in your soul that ADWD is rendering.

Episode 19 for the week of December 21th, in which we released unedited yet again in order to bring the content to you faster. This month, we cover chapters 31-35 of A Game of Thrones, read the review of the leaked pilot script provided by Winter is Coming (interjecting opinions where we see fit), and hang up on Chris for being a douchebag.

Episode 18 for the week of November 16th, in which we capitalize on the positive feedback from the previous release and present yet another uncut, unedited episode. This time we cover chapters 26-30 of A Game of Thrones, discuss our opinions on the exciting news from HBO, and agree to make Chase a permanent addition to the team.

(Regrettably, this episode does not include discourse concerning lesbians and/or dongs.)

Addendum: photos we are giggling over throughout the episode, for reference (@ 7:18 and @ 32:21).

Episode 17 for the week of November 2nd, in which we attempt our first ever totally unedited episode as we discuss chapters 21 – 25 of A Game of Thrones. Chase saves the day by guest hosting yet again, we miraculously stay on topic for the most part, and find out how Aaron plans to spend Election Night.

Sorry for the one-episode-a-month release delays, everyone! Due to a combination of recording mishaps, schedule conflicts, and our resident editor on a Harry Potter cruise, we have decided to resort to churning out unedited episodes to sate your APOIAF masochism. Let us know what you think.

Episode 16 for the week of October 5th, in which we continue our re-read project, discussing chapters 16 – 20 of A Game of Thrones. Guest host Chase drops in again for this episode, creaking ensues, and we discuss plans to represent the podcast at Dragoncon 2009. Also, we revisit Aaron’s Quiet Isle sexual fantasies.

Episode 15 for the week of September 21st, in which we continue our re-read project, discussing chapters 11 – 15 of A Game of Thrones (and a lot of completely unrelated things as well). We discover Catelyn’s true identity, how Robb got to be such a good swordsman, and the logistics of the Field of Fire. Our final trial guest host is Chase.

Episode 14 for the week of September 7th, in which we continue our re-read project, discussing chapters 6 – 10 of A Game of Thrones. Also, Mimi reminisces on her disturbing childhood artwork. Our guest host for this week is Breanna.

Episode 13 for the week of August 17th, in which we embark on a re-read project and discuss the first five chapters of A Game of Thrones. We’ll be covering roughly five chapters a week, working our way through the books chronologically, so feel free to re-read along and send any observations/insight you might encounter along the way to us!

Thanks to everyone who sent in audio clips to audition for the 7th host spot. We narrowed it down to three, and this week’s episode features Nancy as our guest host.

Episode 12 for the week of July 20th, in which we answer listener questions and address listener topic ideas. Also, Chris reveals his inexperience with the world of fanfiction and says some racist things.

For those of you who want to fill our 7th host spot, make sure you send your audio entry to us via email by Sunday night!

Three things:

1. We are now officially podcastoficeandfire.com, after heavy deliberation. Anjou’s bastardsoficeandfire.com idea was a close second, and Mo’s hotpieissexxy.com suggestion required intense consideration. That link will redirect you to this blog for now, until we can persuade someone to help us construct a website.

2. We might also be looking to take on a new host for our podcast, since Ben has been missing in action. His shoes are hard to fill, and we’ve had a lot of offers from listeners who’d like to contribute so at this point it’s hard to choose. This decision may very well have to be settled with a joust to the death. Keep listening and reading for more info.

3. Give us topic ideas! We’ve been working on trivia questions and tossing a few ideas around but we’d rather give you what you want to hear. We’re recording again soon and want this one to be solely concentrated on listener suggestions, so leave them here. This will be Mimi’s homecoming episode so expect really terrible innuendo.

Episode 11 for the week of June the 29th, in which we discuss delays, raptors, books that aren’t A Song of Ice and Fire, and our irrational fears.

For the maps discussed in the podcast, check out other-in-law’s Deviantart gallery.

Also, please visit synirc for the web client mentioned for the irc channel.

Episode 10 for the week of June 15th, in which we discuss the “what if…” scenarios in the series. What could have happened differently? How would have things turned out if it did? This our first episode on this topic, portraying our views and personal answers to questions submitted by our listeners.

For the links mentioned during the podcast:

fatherstone’s Deviantart Ice and Fire gallery.

Amok’s George R.R. Martin portrait.

In other news, come hang out at our irc channel! Join #iceandfire on irc.synirc.net. Thanks go out to rofflestomp for helping get it up and running.