I just don’t get the ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘House of the Dragon’ obsessions

‘House of the Dragon’ is back, but the whole ‘Game of Thrones’ love has completely passed me by.

Winter never came for me. I say that not even fully understanding what that means, though I do know it means plenty to fans of “Game of Thrones” and “House of the Dragon.” Bring on the fire breathing, as I am fully prepared to be judged for all of what I am about to say. I completely understand fandom. I better, given that I’m an entertainment reporter by both trade and choice. Not to mention that those two shows have been massive hits for HBO, which shares a parent company with CNN. I also admit to some FOMO when others are all in on pop culture obsessions, because I want to play too! And people love them some “Game of Thrones.” Like seriously love it. My mom will tell you that pop culture has been in my blood almost since the beginning, especially television shows. If you wanted to keep me quiet as a kid, you either handed me a book or you plopped me in front of a television. Especially anything having to do with historical fiction.