House of R
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, Tropes Course examinations, Hall of Fame inductions, Hype Meters, drafts, mailbags, watch lists, top moments countdowns, recommendations, and more.
Episodes
June 19, 2025 • 161 mins
Mal and Jo are going through their favorite speeches of the century. Listen as they struggle to narrow it down from ‘Lord of the Rings,’ ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Andor,’ and much more!
(00:00) Intro(7:45) Rules(21:03) Jo’s no. 10(26:03) Mal’s no. 10(31:14) Jo’s no. 9(36:15) Mal’s no. 9(43:07) Jo’s no. 8(48:46) Mal’s no. 8(55:25) Jo’s no. 7(58:55) Mal’s no. 7(01:05:59) Jo’s no. 6(01:12:35) Mal’s no. 6(01:16:04) Jo’s no. 5(01:23:57) Mal’...
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June 17, 2025 • 137 mins
It’s Hot Nolan Summer! Mal and Jo are back to revisit Christopher Nolan’s first Batman movie, ‘Batman Begins.’ They discuss how the movie holds up 20 years after its release and give out some superlatives. They break down everything from the most baffling accent to the sickest set piece and more!
(00:00) Intro
(06:41) ‘Batman Begins’ turns 20
(01:00:59) Funniest line/moment
(01:04:08) Sickest set piece
(01:09:18) Who is the...
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June 12, 2025 • 100 mins
Let the hype flow through you! Mal and Jo are here again to get you hyped for the things they are most looking forward to this summer season!
(00:00) Intro(01:50) ‘House of R’ Summer Lookahead(12:09) Rules(18:21) ‘Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil’(22:30) ‘Ironheart’(25:39) ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’(27:56) ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’(35:58) ‘Eyes of Wakanda’(38:16) ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2(43:23) ‘Katabasis’(48:19) ‘Squid Gam...
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June 10, 2025 • 105 mins
Mal and Jo are back to go through the latest installment in the John Wick universe, ‘Ballerina.’ They discuss the film’s box office results, break down what changed in the extensive reshoots, and talk about the future of the 'John Wick' franchise and whether it can survive without Keanu Reeves. Next, they each come up with five burning questions about ‘Ballerina’ and the rest of the Wickverse.
(00:00) Intro(05:45) Opening snapshot...
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June 5, 2025 • 118 mins
Mal and Jo are joined by Rob Mahoney for the ‘Mission: Impossible’ movie draft! They’ll be drafting their best Ethan Hunt, two team members, a villain, a MacGuffin, a stunt, and a device/gadget. Later, they also rank the ‘Mission: Impossible’ movies!
(00:00) Intro
(08:21) Rules
(18:39) Mal Pick 1
(21:57) Rob Pick 1
(27:06) Jo Pick 1
(31:00) Jo Pick 2
(33:26) Rob Pick 2
(35:29) Mal Pick 2
(40:06) Mal Pick 3
(43:06) Rob Pic...
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Mal and Jo are joined by ‘Andor’ showrunner Tony Gilroy! They dive into everything from the world-building and ideology of ‘Andor’ to the fate of the Maya Pei Brigade, what’s in Syril’s box, and much more!
(00:00) Intro(05:08) Speeches and Quotes in ‘Andor’(07:16) World-Building in ‘Andor’(10:24) The Sense of Place and Ideology in ‘Andor’(15:30) Balance of Characters(21:15) Power Dynamics and How They Shift(23:32) If You Made ‘Rog...
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May 29, 2025 • 105 mins
From books to ‘Star Wars’ to ‘The Last of Us,’ the House of R mailbag is here. Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about the content you love!
(00:00) Intro
(07:09) Book club with the Orioles
(17:39) House of R countdowns
(25:19) R-rated 'Star Wars' movies
(43:49) 'Survivor 50' casting
(52:30) 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot
(57:37) Book recommendations
(01:13:13) Bras and gauze in 'The Last of U...
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May 28, 2025 • 208 mins
Mal and Jo are joined by Chris Ryan to talk about how ‘Andor’ has changed their perception of ‘Rogue One.’ Then they dive deep into the movie and talk about each moment and character through the lens of ‘Andor.’
(00:00) Intro
(07:21) Opening snapshot with Chris Ryan
(50:27) Krennic comes for Galen
(01:04:01) Cassian meets Tivik on Kafrene
(01:10:48) Prison break: Jyn Erso
(01:15:23) Taking Jyn to Yavin
(01:23:21) Project: ...
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May 26, 2025 • 182 mins
Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the season two finale of ‘The Last of Us’! They take their signature deep dive and discuss this devastating episode. They talk about Ellie’s confession to Dina, a shocking death, catching up with Abby, and (most importantly) where is Shimmer!?
(00:00) Intro
(24:08) A night at the theater
(35:16) Shimmer name check #1
(01:10:59) Shimmer name check #2
(01:23:15) It’s not our war
(01:39:08) ...
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May 19, 2025 • 185 mins
Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and discuss this flashback-filled episode. They talk about Joel and Ellie’s trip to the museum, Eugene’s death, Ellie finding out the truth, and more!
(00:00) Intro
(18:44) Austin, 1983
(44:48) Vanilla … It’s Easier
(52:59) “All My Missing Stolen Parts”
(01:25:54) “This Is Just Too Good to Be Gone”
(01:50:04) “Whe...
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May 16, 2025 • 231 mins
Jedha, Kyber, Erso. Mal and Jo return to recap the final three episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2. They break down Dedra's fate, Kleya and Luthen’s backstory, the build-up to ‘Rogue One’, and more.
(00:00) Intro
(04:32) Opening Snapshot
(20:40) Lonni Shares the Endgame
(57:41) Dedra and Axis Face Off
(01:20:51) Panic at the ISB
(01:25:26) Luthen and Kleya: An Origin Story
(01:53:01) Kleya Hits the Hospital
(01:58:58) Heart Begins...
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May 12, 2025 • 167 mins
Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and discuss a new evolution of the Cordyceps fungus, the arrival of some familiar faces in Seattle, and a major turning point for Ellie.
(00:00) Intro
(23:01) Happy Mother’s Day
(50:16) Seattle day two
(01:02:21) "Future Days"
(01:22:31) Come and see
(01:44:55) I love you; I know
(01:57:03) A walk in the park
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May 9, 2025 • 233 mins
The galaxy is watching! Mal and Jo to recap the seventh, eighth, and ninth episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2. They break down what happens on Ghorman, the tragedy of Syril, Mon Mothma’s speech, Bix’s decision, and so much more.
(00:00) Intro
(05:48) Opening Snapshot
(17:08) Wilmon Brings a Mission to Yavin
(44:11) Cassian Meets a Force Healer
(01:10:17) Cass and Wil Depart, Vel Visits Bix
(1:17:37) Syril Confronts Dedra, Part 1
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May 5, 2025 • 156 mins
Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and see how Ellie and Dina are doing as they make their way through Seattle. We also get introduced to a new member of the WLF, Isaac!
(00:00) Intro
(17:20) Cold Open
(43:28) Rainbow Connection on Capitol Hill
(56:18) Take on Me
(1:26:55) If You Own Mauviel, You Use Mauviel
(1:52:38) WMAB in Seattle
(1:58:24) Dea...
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May 2, 2025 • 129 mins
It’s time to enter the void as Mal and Jo return to break down the latest entry in the MCU! They discuss each character getting their moment to shine, share their thoughts on the action sequences, and get into the effects this has on the larger universe.
(00:00) Intro
(03:50) Opening Snapshot
(09:29) Critical/Audience Reaction
(15:44) Is Marvel Back?
(36:02) Deep (Medium) Dive
(53:22) The Vault Fight Sequence
(01:00:23) Th...
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May 1, 2025 • 177 mins
There’s a storm brewing on Ghorman, and Mal and Jo are back to break it all down! They recap the fourth, fifth, and sixth episodes of ‘Andor’ Season 2, including the various happenings on Coruscant, the Ghorman heist, ISB espionage, Saw Gerrera’s return, and so much more.
(00:00) Intro
(03:20) Opening Snapshot
(13:22) Dreaming of Dr. Gorst
(26:49) A Home-cooked Meal and a Debate About Protection
(38:11) Luthen Inserts His We...
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April 28, 2025 • 164 mins
It may be three months later in Jackson, but Joanna and Mal are back to talk about the latest episode of 'The Last of Us'! They take their signature deep dive and see what happens to the town of Jackson in the wake of the devastating attack. We see how Ellie is recovering and will be determined to get justice.
(00:00) Intro
(13:02) Cold Open
(29:54) Three Months Later
(51:54) Meanwhile, at Miller Manor
(1:11:13) 'Sorry I Fuc...
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April 25, 2025 • 175 mins
'Andor' is back, and so are Mal and Jo! These rebels break down everything in the first three episodes, from Cassian's mission, to a wedding on Chandrila to Syril and Dedra's relationship.
(00:00) Intro
(05:33) Opening Snapshot
(17:05) Theft of the TIE Avenger
(37:48) Cassian Meets the Maya Pei Brigade
(46:44) The Brigade Fractures
(51:30) Hiding Out with Our Ferrix Found Family
(01:02:10) The Empire Arrives
(01:12:10) Fleeing Min...
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April 21, 2025 • 179 mins
Jo and Mal are back to talk about the incredible yet devastating second episode of 'The Last of Us' Season 2. They dive deep into the Battle of Jackson, a major character death, and what it all means going forward!
(00:00) Intro
(06:52) Opening Snapshot
(35:18) Deep Dive
(35:57) Abby’s Dream
(48:47) The Salt Lake Crew
(58:18) Party (Emotional) Hangover
(01:09:31) General Tommy Takes Over
(01:14:22) 7-Eleven and Weed!
(01:20:32) He...
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April 17, 2025 • 94 mins
The Devil has returned, and he brought two of his friends with him. Mal and Jo return to break down the Season 1 finale of 'Daredevil: Born Again' (05:12). They dive into the elements that made this finale great and discuss the return of Frank Castle, Karen adding a spark, and what they would like to see from the next season, coming soon.
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