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John Hodgman interviews George R.R. Martin

George R. R. Martin is the author of the very popular series of fantasy books called, collectively, “A Song of Ice and Fire.” The most recent installment is “A Dance with Dragons: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book Five.” The series was recently adapted for the acclaimed HBO show “A Game of Thrones.”

Martin has received numerous awards for his writing and was named, by John Hodgman, in Time Magazine as one of the most influential people of 2011.

Hodgman recently interviewed Martin on The Sound of Young America.