Episode · Stuff They Don't Want You To Know · 2025-10-06
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Ben Bowlin recommended Fire by Kristin Cashore and A Song of Ice and Fire (1-4) by George R. R. Martin.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Fire
Fire is a multi-referential title often tied to various prominent nonfiction works and fantasy literature discussed across different podcasts.
Recommended“Remember I kept comparing it to a red wedding last time we talked about this from Game of Thrones which is adapted from Song of Ice and Fire. Check out the books.”
Where to get it
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A Song of Ice and Fire (1-4)
A Song of Ice and Fire (1-4) is a critically acclaimed epic fantasy book series written by George R.
Recommended“Remember I kept comparing it to a red wedding last time we talked about this from Game of Thrones which is adapted from Song of Ice and Fire. Check out the books.”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (1) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
Passing A Game of Thrones
“Remember I kept comparing it to a red wedding last time we talked about this from Game of Thrones which is adapted from Song of Ice and Fire.”