Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and character arcs or tracing influences across decades of fantasy and sci-fi stories, Jo and Mal will be here weekly with Deep Dives into new nerd culture releases, nostalgic revisitations of their favorite tales in fandom, Hype Meters, drafts, mailbags, watch lists, top moments countdowns, recommendations, and more.
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‘Clayface,’ ‘Wicker,’ and ‘Wildwood’
23 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 42 min
It’s a mini movie marathon on House of R! Mal and Jo discuss ‘Clayface,’ ‘Wicker,’ and ‘Wildwood.’ They talk about what they enjoyed about each of these new releases, the themes of the movies, and—of course—Wicker dick.(00:00) Intro(07:07) ‘Clayface’(43:02) ‘Wicker’(01:13:26) ‘Wildwood’Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant: Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 3-4 Deep Dive
23 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 49 min
Mal and Jo are back in the mind space to dive deep into ‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 3 and 4. They break down the introduction of Jocasta, Ultron’s turn, Paladin’s backstory, and more! Plus, they discuss some Easter eggs and their theories about what’s to come in the second half of the season. Lees meer
(00:00) Intro
(03:40) Opening Snapshot
(33:08) Deep Dive
(01:31:52) Theory Corner
(01:39:19) Easter eggs
(01:41:46) Wig Watch
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 1-2 Deep Dive
16 oktober 2026 · 2 uur 26 min
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the premiere episodes of ‘VisionQuest.’ They break down the show’s attempts to remind everyone of Vision’s story, the introduction of a new version of Tommy, Ultron’s role in the story, and more! Plus, they discuss their theories about what’s to come this season. Lees meer
(00:00) Intro(04:59) Opening Snapshot(23:39) Deep Dive(02:04:03) Theory Corner(02:15:44) Easter Eggs(02:28:38) Wig Watch
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant: Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘WandaVision’ Revisited
9 oktober 2026 · 2 uur 20 min
Mal and Jo revisit ‘WandaVision’ in the run-up to ‘VisionQuest.’ They talk about what they loved about the show, its place in the history of the MCU, and the show’s most important scenes. Plus, they give out some superlatives! Lees meer
(00:00) Intro
(05:18) Opening Snapshot
(01:07:43) You See the Vision
(01:32:58) Wanda Wows
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
Production Assistant: Scott Lee
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘Lanterns’ Episode 8 Deep Dive
5 oktober 2026 · 2 uur 20 min
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into the ‘Lanterns’ season finale, "Dirt and Stars." They talk about the reveal of who killed Hal, Sinestro’s failed manipulation attempts, John’s new oath, and more! Lees meer
(00:00) Intro(06:24) Opening Snapshot(15:08) “You Brought Schlitz”(01:09:29) Caught Monologuing(01:33:33) Lanterns, Divided(01:36:36) Noah Did It! Kind Of!(01:49:57) Kerry Did It! Actually!(01:58:56) Lanterns, United (Mostly)(02:05:42) A New Motto
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinProducer: Carlos ChiribogaProduction Assistant: Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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‘Lanterns’ Season Finale Breakdown With Tom King
5 oktober 2026 · 53 min
Mal and Jo sit down with 'Lanterns' cocreator Tom King to discuss the season finale! They ask him about some of the big reveals from the episode, the creative decisions in this season overall, the relationship between John and Hal, and more! Plus, what kind of dip does Billy make? Lees meer
(00:00) Intro(02:06) ‘Lanterns’ as a murder mystery(10:53) The audience’s attachment to Hal(14:05) Hal and John’s Relationship(22:16) Kerry’s penance(24:46) The balance between grounded and cosmic storytelling(31:46) The future for Sinestro(36:30) What kind of dip does Billy make?(42:24) Hal’s most important lesson for John(45:02) John’s new oath
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory RubinGuest: Tom KingProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Scott LeeStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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Best Sci-Fi Fantasy Books With Anthony Jeselnik | House of Reads
2 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 34 min
It’s finally time for House of Reads! Jo discusses the best books she’s read this year, the series that she’s into, her must-read authors, and more! Plus, Anthony Jeselnik joins the pod to give some sci-fi/fantasy book recommendations! Lees meer
(00:00) Intro(02:46) Best Books Jo’s Read This Year(10:15) A Series Affair(17:12) Must-Read Authors(32:09) Most Recommended(44:01) House of R Classics(46:35) Origin Stories(52:17) Sci-fi/fantasy book recommendations with Anthony Jeselnik
Jo’s Book Recommendations:- 'Everlasting' by Alix Harrow- 'Raven’s Scholar' by Antonia Hodgson- 'Dead Beat' by Leigh Bardugo- 'The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy' by Brigitte Knightley- 'The Exquisite Torment of Loving Your Enemy' by Brigitte Knightley- 'A Court of Splintered Harmony' by Sarah J. Maas- 'Threshing Day' by Rebecca Yarros- 'Ana and Din Mysteries' Series by Robert Jackson Bennett- 'The Hierarchy' Series by James Islington- 'Scion' by James Islington- 'The Gates of Midnight' by Helene Wecker- 'Blacktongue' Series by Christopher Buehlman- 'Piranesi' by Susanna Clarke- 'Simon Snow' Series by Rainbow Rowell- 'Swordheart' by T. Kingfisher- 'Katabasis' by R. F. Kuang- 'The Familiar' by Leigh Bardugo- 'Victorious' by V. E. Schwab- 'Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil' by V. E. Schwab- 'Starling House' by Alix Harrow- 'Slade House' by David Mitchell
Listener Recommendations:- 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown- 'Dungeon Crawler Carl' by Matt Dinniman- 'Gideon the Ninth' by Tamsyn Muir- 'Canon' by Paige Lewis- 'Mistborn' Series by Brandon Sanderson- 'This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me' by Ilona Andrews- 'Blood Over Bright Haven' by M. L. Wang- 'Realm of the Elderlings' Series by Robin Hobb- 'The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet' by Becky Chambers- 'Exit Party' by Emily St. John Mandel- 'Into the Blue' by Emma Brodie- 'Broken Earth' Series by N.K. Jemisin- 'The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi' by S. A. Chakraborty- 'The Incandescent' by Emily Tesh
House of R Classics:- 'The House in the Cerulean …
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'Lanterns' Episode 7 Deep Dive
29 september 2026 · 2 uur 19 min
Mal and Jo are back to dive deep into 'Lanterns' Episode 7. From the Halogram, to Noah Macon's ceremony and the reappearance of a significant character, your favorite Lanterns have you covered. Lees meer
(00:00) Intro
(3:55) Opening snapshot
(14:50) Deep dive
(15:50) “Brother, it’s all that matters.”
(58:28) “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right”
(1:09:33) “I was in jail? I was in love?”
(1:29:12) “Biggest thing to happen in this town.”
(1:35:29) “You’re real.”
(1:45:59) “I ever teach you about Einstein-Rosen bridges?”
(1:52:21) What in the Half-Blood Prince…?
(2:02:00) “I’m fearless 'cause I’m broken.”
(2:09:04) Outwit, outplay, and outlast
(2:16:11) Outro
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Jamie Yukich, Scott Lee and Aleya Zenieris
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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'Lanterns' Episode 6 Deep Dive
22 september 2026 · 1 uur 44 min
Jo is joined by Rob Mahoney to dive into Episode 6 of 'Lanterns.' Our guardians speculate about Noah Macon and his role in the story, discuss the story's shift to 2026, offer their Sinestro thoughts, and more. Lees meer
(00:00) Intro(03:24) Opening Snapshot(19:42) Deep dive(29:38) John gets into the panic industry(33:32) Where’d you go, Bernadette?(38:31) Tell no one(49:15) The scene of the crime(51:35) Chekhov’s bachelor pad(01:02:31) Autopsy table for one(01:05:21) Fortress of storage(01:10:08) Billy, don’t be a hero(01:14:16) Noah wants to be president? I’m sure this is fine.(01:16:38) Don’t be that guy(01:26:05) Self-eulogizing(01:41:48) Outro
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob MahoneyProducers: Jamie Yukich and Devon BaroldiStudio Production: Jacob CornettSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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House of HorroR: Resident Evil
18 september 2026 · 1 uur 27 min
Mal and Jo bring you their thoughts on game turned horror movie, ‘Resident Evil.’ They first discuss Mal’s 40th birthday and how she bravely ventured into it by watching a horror movie. They touch on their shared love of Austin Abrams, and how the filmmaking of this movie rounded out the world and added to the narrative. Lees meer
(00:00) Intro
(06:24) Opening Snapshot
(28:50) Homework?
(29:17) Mallory’s Horror Movie Primer
(34:54) Our History with the Franchise
(36:54) Resident Evil: A Quick Scamper Through Raccoon City
(37:25) This Is So…Funny?
(48:31) What Makes a Good Video Game Adaptation?
(1:03:07) Austin Abrams: King of the Sphincters
(1:12:13) Without Majorly Spoiling Anything…
(1:14:35) The Bad Babies Recommend
Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin
Producers: Scott Lee and Jamie Yukich
Studio Production: Jacob Cornett
Social: Jomi Adeniran
Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell
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