Cosmere Conversations - Episodes Tagged with “Roshar”

Episode 146: Storming Theories - Tress ( feat. Jen Neal from Dragonsteel )

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler invite Jennifer Neal, Creative Development at Dragonsteel, to join the podcast and discuss all the connections between Tress of the Emerald Sea and Stormlight Archive. In an effort to prepare ourselves for SA5 we'll be doing a look back at the Cosmere Secret Projects from 2023. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 131: Words of Brandon Vol. 7

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss some of the recent WoB including several spoilers from Frugal Wizard's Handbook. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 130: FWH - Tangential Theorizing

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler round out the Frugal Wizard Book Club with some crazy theories from across time and space. How deep do the roots of the Worldtree go and how likely is it that the Cosmere Universe will interact with John/Runian's? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 129: FWH - One Wyrd Worldtree

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler climb to the top of the Worldtree to explain what in the dimension is going on with upstream, downstream, trunks, and twigs. If you found yourself wondering what in the world allowed the dimension-hopping shenanigans then listen in for 93% nonsense, 6% string theory, 4% physics, and 2% butterscotch ripple. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 128: FWH - Magic

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler take a look at what makes Runian's world magical and the secrets that may link the World Trees. It's runestones, wights, & the Wyrd. Oh my! #AllSpoilers

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Episode 127: FWH - Mythology

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler hop atop the world serpent and explore the mythology of a Norse-influenced dimension and the mythology of their world. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 126: Frugal Wizard's Handbook to Surviving Medieval England!!!

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler start the Book Club for Secret Project #2: The Frugal Wizard's Handbook to Surviving Medieval Engalnd with some hot takes and a cold hard look at the multiverse. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 125: TES - Worldhoppers

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler address fan feedback and discuss the many worldhoppers seen throughout Tress of the Emerald Sea in the epic finale of Secret Project 1 Book Club! #AllSpoilers

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Episode 124: TES - The Sorceress

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler shine some light on the mystical magician at the heart of Tress of the Emerald Sea. Handing out curses left and right while casually using some of the most advanced technology in the entire Cosmere. Who is the mystery woman living amid the midnight sea? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 123: TES - The Narrator

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 23 May 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler channel all their wit into revealing the true nature of Tress of the Emerald Sea's narrator. He was once named for a rock that became worthless upon wearing it unlike the Hawaiian shirt and socks with sandals he rocks during TES. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 122: TES - More Spores

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue along the mycelium-aether network in order to explore the Luhel Bond, methods of controlling spores, and the insanity of the Grand Unified Cosmere Mushroom theory. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 121: TES - Spores Galore

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler dive deep into the spore sea of Lumar and theorize non-stop about the aethers, magic, and 12 moons of Tress's world. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 120: Tress of the Emerald Sea!!!

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler give their first reactions to Tress of the Emerald Sea and can barely contain their excitement over Secret Project #1. This is the first episode of the Tress Book Club. Originally recorded in January 2023 for Patrons. #AllSpoilers

Brooke Colors Johanna Basford work into Lumar

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Episode 119: Cosmere Fellowship Draft

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler are joined by some guest Patrons in order to have the first-ever Cosmere Fellowship Draft! We create teams from across the Cosmere to take on whatever challenges we see fit. For fun and fancy and sharing with friends. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 118: TLM - The Future of Scadrial

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler conclude their review of The Lost Metal by going absolutely mad with the theorizing and hot takes. Wild speculation and Cosmere-based confusion is entirely possible. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 117: TLM - Broadsheets

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss each of the adverts, political cartoons, articles, and tales of love, loss, and the absolute boss- Nikki Savage. #AllSpoilers

The Two Seasons Broadsheet

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Episode 116: TLM - Autonomy

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler turn their gaze to the invader of Scadrial and attempt to unravel the mystery of Bavadin/Autonomy. What do they want? How are they behaving differently from other Shards? When will they return? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 115: TLM - Harmony or Discord?

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler debate what exactly Sazed has become and how his spectrum of behaviors can influence the future of the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

Link to the Harmony or Discord image album.

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Episode 114: TLM - Metallic Arts

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler investigate the new manipulations and combinations of the metallic powers found in The Lost Metal. As Scadrial continues to advance and Thaidakar continues to push for the democratization of superpowers, how will the Scadrian society handle the changes? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 113: TLM - Trellium & Harmonium

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler get lost in debate over the explosive combination of the two God metals introduced in Era 2 Book 4. What mysteries has Sanderson introduced, how will metals be used in the Scadrian future, and is Harmony good or bad? We don't have all the answers but certainly have lots of questions! #AllSpoilers

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Episode 112: State of the Sanderson 2022

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler launch 2023 by reviewing Brandon's detailed plans for the year and the future of the Cosmere. Hollywood has come a knocking, Stormlight 5 has a title, and Brandon Sanderson is taking on one of the giants of the industry by withholding Secret Project books (and possibly all future books) from Amazon's Audible. Get hyped for the Year of Sanderson is upon us! #AllSpoilers

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Episode 111: TLM - Ghostbloods

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the members of the Ghostbloods introduced in The Lost Metal. Moonlight, Twinsoul, Codenames, and Thaidakar. What can they do and, more importantly, what do they mean to the larger Cosmere? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 110: The Lost Metal!!!

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler review The Lost Metal and discuss their favorite moments, the rough cuts, and plenty of speculation on the future of the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 109: Trellism & the Set

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler return to Scadrial's past in order to speculate on it's future. What was Trellism and how is the Set using it to gain power throughout Era 2. Is the resurgence of Trell only a prelude to a larger Scadrian conflict? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 108: Southern Scadrians Summarized

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue to explore the mysteries of Era 2 to prepare for The Lost Metal release on November 15th. We discuss the culture, religion, beliefs, and magic technology of Scadrial's newest superstars. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 107: Extra, Extra Read All About- The Broadsheets

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the three Broadsheets that are interspersed throughout Mistborn Era 2 novels. Are they silly asides and one-offs or a window into a world of secrets and foreshadowing? #AllSpoilers

Broadsheets:
The Elendel Daily
The House Record
The New Ascendancy

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Episode 106: News Updates & The Lost Metal Preview

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler are back! The summer break is over and it is time to discuss all the Cosmere news and look forward to November's release of Mistborn Era 2, Book 4 - The Lost Metal. We discuss several exciting news updates regarding Cosmere games, movie news, kickstarters, and then speculate about the many potential possibilities that await in The Lost Metal.

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Episode 105: Secret Organizations on Roshar

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler explore the secret sects that currently exist and are operating to influence events on Roshar. From the Ghostbloods and Sons of Honor to the Sleepless and Seventeenth Shard- no secret society will escape our gaze. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 104: Gamebreakers - Lift & Renarin

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 31 May 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler explore two of the known Cosmere gamebreakers - Lift & Renarin. Each character is special in ways that introduce fundamental contradictions to the existing magic systems. How will this uniqueness play out in the future and is it possible other gamebreakers could play into the far future of the Cosmere? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 103: Combining Fabrial Systems

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 17 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue their journey into the future of Cosmere crossovers. Fabrials may have been developed on Roshar but the method of combining machines and investiture certainly is primed for an industrial revolution. What happens as the technology of each Cosmere world begins to be shared between planets? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 102: Combining Magic Systems

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 03 May 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler heed the call of the fans and talk compounding, Shard crossovers, and different magical combinations that may (or may not) exist in the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 101: Who is Shallan's Mom?

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler mine the mysterious mountain that makes up Shallan's past and try to answer one of the great Rosharian riddles. #AllSpoilers

Herald Chanarach - Patron of the Dustbringers

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Episode 100: Create a Cosmere World

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler create a whole new Cosmere World! Borrowing a worldbuilding outline from fantasy author N.K. Jemisin, we use a currently unknown Shardworld as the template for our own crazy creation. A 100th episode special! #AllSpoilers

Invention Shardworld Map

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N.K. Jemisin on Ezra Klein Podcast

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Episode 99: Words of Brandon Vol. 6

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the major news in the Cosmere as of March 2022 with commentary on some of Brandon's most recent spoiler streams, fan questions, and announcements. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 98: The Five Scholars

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler open their textbooks and take a deeper look at Five Scholars. Masters of Awakening, Creators of New Magics, Harbingers of War? Who are the Five Scholars and what is their legacy throughout the Cosmere? #AllSpoilers

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Episode 97: Aethers

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler have a not-quite Cosmere convo as they discuss the non-canon Aether of Night novel and the implications of incorporating Aether as a magic system in the broader Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 96: Kingmaker & Fan Feedback

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the rough draft for a First of the Sun story entitled "Kingmaker" that Brandon read during the Cytonic press tour. This non-canon story gives a glimpse at the far future of the Cosmere. Followed by some feedback from the fans. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 95: Book Back Blurbs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler lean heavily on their speculation powers as they discuss the Stormlight Archive Blurbs on the back of the hardcover/paperback versions of the novels. Each blurb is written from the perspective of an in-world Sleepless and every word is dripping with unexpected foreshadowing. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 94: State of the Spoilery Sanderson

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler celebrate Koloss Head Munching Day by discussing the official State of The Sanderson 2021 and the Spoiler Stream that Brandon did in December 2021. #AllSpoilers

State of the Sanderson 2021
Spoiler Stream

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Episode 93: Hoid's Parables: The Dog and the Dragon

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler travel to the nightmare world to hear the tale of a dog who wanted to be a dragon and learn how the meaning of stories is the meaning we give to them. Kaladin's lowest point is made a small bit better, propelling him to the epic conclusion of RoW. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 92: Hoid's Parables: The Moon Child

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the most peculiar and meaningful tale so far. Is Hoid's story of a tricked Moon spirit one that explains all the mysteries of the Cosmere? How are the three Shards connected? What are the implications for Roshar? What does it all mean?! We do our best to untangle the web and end with more questions than we began. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 91: Hoid's Parables: The Girl Who Looked Up

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the two versions of The Girl Who Looked Up and its significance to Shallan and the greater Cosmere? #AllSpoilers

Chapter 25 - The Girl Who Looked Up
Chapter 82 - The Girl Who Stood Up
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Episode 90: Hoid's Parables: Fleet & Wandersail

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler journey across Roshar by land and sea with the Cosmere's greatest storyteller. We break down Hoid's stories to Kaladin from WoK & WoR and speculate about their meaning for the end of SA5 and the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 89: Death Rattles

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler invite special guest star Aaron to the podcast to discuss everyone's favorite form of future sight- the Death Rattles! The Cosmere Nerd Triforce aligns with spreadsheets, lots of quotes, and some truly crazy theories. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 88: Sixth of the Dusk Sequel

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler read and discuss the entirety of the Sixth of the Dusk sequel chapter that Brandon released at the Rhythm of War launch party in 2020. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 87: Words of Brandon Vol. 5

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss several of the revelations from JordanCon 2021 where Brandon answered multiple fan questions directly about Rhythm of War. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 86: RoW Ars Arcanum

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the secrets hidden within Rhythm of War's Ars Arcanum. Soulcasters, stoneshapers, and mysteries galore. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 85: Worldhoppers in RoW

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler catalog each of the major Worldhoppers who appear in Rhythm of War and their role in the greater Cosmere. The presence of even one Worldhopper used to be the highlight of a Cosmere-aware reader's day but RoW takes the easter eggs to a new level that is likely to continue as the story unfolds. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 84: All Hail, Jasnah Kholin

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler bow down before the great Jasnah Kholin and discuss her backstory, relationships, the challenges and traumas she has overcome, and her role in the political center of Roshar with a dash of Cosmere-wide speculations. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 83: Emulsifiers

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke & Tyler discuss all the different types of emulsifiers on Roshar and throughout the Cosmere. The Middle Path is a recurring theme that is continually presented as an alternative to the traditional good/bad storytelling and emulsifiers are the key to complete understanding. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 82: Exploring Shallan & DID

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler invite special guest star Kailee of the Ivory System to discuss Shallan, the Cosmere, and real-world Dissociative Identity Disorder. Kailee has been diagnosed with DID and has a Masters degree focused on trauma-informed education. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 81: The Timeline of Shallan Davar

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler go step by step through the life of Shallan in an attempt to organize her messy and chaotic story. We answer when does she bond a spren, what are the differences in her blades, does she have plate, and everything all the way through the events of RoW. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 80: Mayalaran & The Recreance

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 25 May 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler look at the relationship between Mayalaran and Adolin and the ever-evolving nature of what it means to bond with a spren. Maya's revelation at the trial completely recontextualizes the past on Roshar and may be one of the biggest factors in convincing spren to join the war against Odium. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 79: Kaladin, Syl, and the Nahel Bond

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 May 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss Kaladin's arc in Rhythm of War, the new information we learn about the Nahel Bond, and the ever-evolving relationship between Syl and Kaladin. We conclude with a debate about "Honor's Truest Surge" and how it could throw the entire system of Surgebinding through a loop. #AllSpoilers

Video about The Epilogue by Lost in Discovery.

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Episode 78: The Epilogue

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler theorize about the Rhythm of War epilogue and what the interaction between Odium and Hoid means for the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 77: Bondsmiths & The Deal

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the role of the Bondsmiths throughout Roshar, Dalinar's unique role, and whatever Ishar is getting up to at the end of RoW. Then, in precise detail, we cover each and every offer/counteroffer and final terms of The Deal. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 76: Taravangian, [REDACTED]

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler manically catalog every aspect of Taravangian's journey to become one of the Cosmere's most interesting individuals. The theories are wild and describing this without spoilers is hard. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 75: RoW Part 5 Epigraphs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler conclude their review of the Epigraphs from Rhythm of War and theorize about the implications of El's Musings. Hemalurgist, villain, savior? The possibilities are endless for this latest character and we explore them all. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 74: RoW Part 4 Epigraphs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler theorize about the Part 4 Epigraphs from Rhythm of War, Kalak's Journal. The Herald of Willshapers certainly gives us plenty of discussion fodder around the nature of cognitive shadows, the Oathpact, and how it all connects to the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 73: RoW Part 3 Epigraphs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler dissect the Epigraphs for Part 3 of Rhythm of War which come from the in-world book of the same name. Navanni and Raboniel's notebook that details their discoveries regarding Light will continue to have long-term impacts on the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 72: RoW Part 2 Epigraphs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler dissect every sentence of the Letter from Harmony to Hoid in the Part 2 Epigraphs. Multiple new Shards are mentioned as well as the major warning that sets up the final events of Odium in RoW. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 71: RoW Part 1 Epigraphs

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler dive deep into the Part 1 Epigraphs from Rhythm of War. Each line of Navani's lecture on fabrial mechanics further mashes together different parts of the Cosmere and the speculation reaches new heights. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 70: Thaidakar & the Cosmere Economy

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler wildly speculate on different aspects of the Cosmere Economy and the driving force behind the Ghostbloods, Thaidakar. Rhthym of War turned a lot of theories into official cannon and no secret was more shocking than the reveal of Thaidakar's true identity. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 69: The Nature of Light

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler explore every facet of the discoveries in RoW regarding Light, Rhythms, and the True Tones of Roshar. As the Cosmere Universe continues to unfold understanding the connections between Light and Sound on Roshar will be paramount! #AllSpoilers

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Episode 68: Rhythm of War!!!

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler give their first reactions to Rhythm of War and set up the many episodes to come that will explore every single aspect of SA4 and how it connects to the greater Cosmere. In this episode we discuss what we liked and what we didn't and cover our five favorite aspects of the latest addition to the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 67: Dawnshard Review

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler give their immediate thoughts and feedback after finishing Dawnshard - the Stormlight novella that takes place around the events of Rhythm of War. The Cosmere connections are vast and hugely significant as Rsyn and The Lopen travel into the unknown fog that surrounds Amia. We spoil the entirety of Dawnshard, listen at your own risk! #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

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Episode 66: In Anticipation of RoW

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler are joined by the very first Cosmere Conversation guest star! Angie brings her new perspective to the excitement around the coming release of Rhythm of War. #NoRoWSpoilers #AllSpoilers

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Episode 65: Words of Brandon Vol. 4

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss Brandon's most recent responses to fan questions in the lead up to Rhythm of War. All questions and answers are from the summer of 2020. #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

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Episode 64: Oathbringer ReRead Part 3

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Sun, 06 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler cover the epic conclusion to Oathbringer including Part 5, the interludes, the epilogue, and Ars Arcanum. Never has there been a longer episode nor a better way to end the Cosmere ReRead. #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

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Episode 63: Oathbringer ReRead Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue the ReRead of Oathbringer Parts 3 & 4 and the corresponding interludes. These middle sections of the book are immensely packed with Roshar-changing events and the introduction of Shadesmar on a grand scale. Come for the thoughts, stay for the theories. #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

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Episode 62: Oathbringer ReRead Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler reach the beginning of the end of the Cosmere ReRead. Oathbringer prologue, Parts 1-2, and interludes are all covered in this episode. #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

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Episode 61: Stormlight Archive Game Review

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler review Brotherwise Games' latest addition to the Cosmere Universe. The Call to Adventure: Stormlight Archive game allows players to create a character and face challenges throughout Roshar. We discuss the basic rules and gameplay. #AllSpoilers #NoRoWSpoilers

Game Card - Fervent Prayer by Antti Hakosaari
Game Card - Stoneward by Peter Penev
Game Card - Survive the Storm by Ari Ibarra

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Episode 60: Words of Radiance ReRead Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler conclude the reread of Words of Radiance. Includes the Interludes, Parts 4-5, and the Epilogue. We swear the Third Ideal and connect nearly every world together as WoR finales. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 59: Words of Radiance ReRead Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss Words of Radiance in the first part of their ReRead. Includes the Prologue, Parts 1-3, and Interludes 1 & 2. We dive deep into our favorite moments from the first half of the book and crank out theory after theory as the mysteries of Roshar begin to unravel. #AllSpoilers

Shallan and the Santhid by /u/solarpines

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Episode 58: Orders of the Knights Radiant

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the newly released Official Quiz and detailed summaries of the Knights Radiant. We unveil our own results and also review the descriptions Brandon has unveiled in the lead up to Rhythm of War. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 57: Way of Kings ReRead Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the second half of Way of Kings including Parts 4 & 5, Interlude 3, and the Epilogue. We start immediately with crazy quantum theories and discuss our favorite moments in the epic conclusion to WoK. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 56: Way of Kings ReRead Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss the first half of Way of Kings including the Prelude, Prologue, Parts 1-3, and Interludes 1 & 2. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 55: Warbreaker ReRead

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 May 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler dive deep into Nalthis and explore Warbreaker in depth. We talk favorite characters, favorite moments, and favorite theories connecting Warbreaker to the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 54: Words of Brandon Vol. 3

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler dive deep into the Words of Brandon archives to bring you modern updates, Warbreaker words, and several wild and tangential theories. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 53: Elantris ReRead

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler stay socially distant but Cosmere connected while breaking down Elantris. We discuss the politics, religions, and Cosmere connections found throughout Brandon's first Cosmere novel. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 52: Fan Theories & Questions

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler answer questions from the fans and go off on wild theory tangents. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 51: Mistborn Era 2 ReRead

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss all three of the Era 2 Mistborn novels: Alloy of Law, Shadows of Self, Bands of Mourning. We talk about our favorite moments and the connections to the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 50: Mistborn ReRead Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss The Hero of Ages during their 2020 ReRead. We explore each of the books with fresh eyes and a Cosmere connected mind.

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Episode 49: Mistborn ReRead Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss The Final Empire and Well of Ascension during their 2020 ReRead. We explore each of the books with fresh eyes and a Cosmere connected mind.

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Episode 48: The ReRead Begins

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler preview the Cosmere ReRead in preparation for Stormlight Archive 4 release next Fall. We plan our path through the Cosmere and need your help deciding how the adventure unfolds!

/u/paleocrafter Cosmere Reading Guide

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Episode 47: Religions in the Cosmere Vol. 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler continue the series on religions throughout the Cosmere. Sanderson's inclusion of religion in each of his stories creates an entanglement of cultures, history, linguistics, and customs that are ripe for exploration. Volume 2 includes several religions from Sel, Nalthis, and Taldain. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 46: Religions in the Cosmere Vol. 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler begin a new series on religions throughout the Cosmere. Sanderson's inclusion of religion in each of his stories creates an entanglement of cultures, history, linguistics, and customs that are ripe for exploration. Volume 1 includes several religions from Scadrial and Roshar. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 45: White Sand Vol. 3

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler review and discuss the latest graphic novel in the White Sand series. There are Shards, Hoid-sightings, and plenty of quibbles and qualms. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 44: Looking Forward

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler ask the fans what they're most looking forward to in the Cosmere #AllSpoilers

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Episode 43: Words of Brandon Vol. 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss some of the most recent questions asked to Brandon at various signings and conventions around the globe. Fans ask great questions, the man speaks a lot of words, and we try to add context to it all. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 42: Edgedancer

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler conclude their short-story and novella series with an exploration of Edgedancer. The side character of Lift gets her coming out party and Brandon Sanderson sneaks in a bunch of fun hints and incredibly powerful characters. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 41: Mistborn: Secret History

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler get lost on the wild ride that is Mistborn: Secret History. This Cosmere "glimpse behind the curtain" is probably one of the most significant books outside the main novels. Crazy theories, cosmere economies, catalytic awesomeness. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 40: Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler explore the Threnodite system and the short story Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell. Once the sight of an unimaginably destructive shard battle, Threnody is one of the strangest and least stable planets in the Cosmere. We discuss plot, characters, silver vs aluminum, and everything else. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 39: Eleventh Metal and Allomancer Jak

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler pull double duty on two Scadrian short stories: The Eleventh Metal and Allomancer Jak Pits of Elantia. Each provides a glimpse behind the main plots of Mistborn Era 1 and Era 2. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 38: Sixth of the Dusk

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 28 May 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler go through the short story Sixth of the Dusk. Even though the page count is low, this Cosmere story is chock full of adventure, thrills, and one of the most unique magic systems in all of Sanderson's works. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 37: The Emperor's Soul

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 May 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss The Emperor's Soul and the immense amount of worldbuilding, political intrigue, and epic magic that Brandon was able to write into this short novella. It's an easy read that should be at the top of new Cosmere fans. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 36: Hope of Elantris and Some Nonsense

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler begin a new series on the novellas and short stories of the Cosmere. We provide an introduction to the series and then dive deep into the Hope of Elantris. While this story is available for free on Brandon's site, most of what we cover will be coming from the Arcanum Unbounded. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 35: Twinborn Combinations

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler discuss Twinborns in Mistborn Era 2 and speculate wildly about random combinations we have not seen but desperately want. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 34: Words of Brandon Vol. 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler highlight a few of the many Words of Brandon in what will likely need to be a reoccurring series. Who is this Brandon fellow and why does he say so many words? #AllSpoilers

WoB Arcanum

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Episode 33: Taravangian, Himself

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler explore Roshar's most interesting ruler. How does Taravangian fit into the grander scheme of the Cosmere and how did this "side" character became one of the most fascinating players in the Stormlight Archive. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 32: Rival Relationships

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler conclude their discussion on relationships by discussing rivals and villains and how Brandon creates compelling antagonists. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 31: Friendships

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss some of the best friendships across the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 30: Mentor Relationships

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler continue discuss the relationships of the Cosmere by looking at the role that mentors and parents play throughout Sanderson's novels. We discuss the heartfelt, the magical, and everything in between. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 29: Romantic Relationships

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 07:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss several of the major romantic relationships throughout the Cosmere. Opinions abound as we look at the pros and cons of fantasy characters' love lives. We're that cool and so are you. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 28: Non-Cosmere Conversations

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler venture away from the Cosmere for a single episode to discuss Brandon Sanderson's Reckoners and Skyward series. A spoiler-free episode to get us through the Cosmere drought. #NoSpoilers

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Episode 27: The Ultimate Cosmere Intro (No Spoilers)

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler create a no spoiler episode to answer the most basic questions about the Cosmere. We introduce the world of Brandon Sanderson, Adonalsium, the magic systems, and realmatic theory. This is the perfect episode for people who do not want any books spoiled but would like an introduction to the Cosmere Extended Universe. #NoSpoilers

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Episode 26: Cosmere Cage Match Finale

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler conclude the May Madness bracket to determine the greatest combatant in the Cosmere. We break down the Semi-Final and Final fights. It has been a lot of fun and we want to thank everyone for participating. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 25: Cosmere Cage Match Round 4

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 29 May 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue the May Madness bracket to determine the greatest combatant in the Cosmere. We break down Round 2 and 3 fights and introduce the Round 4 Semi-Finalists. Final fight voting will go live on Friday, June 1. There are charts. There are forms. There are discussions. Join in! #AllSpoilers

Round 4 Voting!!!
Final Bracket Image
Round 4 Voting!!!

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Episode 24: The Traveler

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 22 May 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler explore the short-story that Brandon read at JordanCon 2018. The tale involves everyone's favorite worldhopper, Hoid, and a mysterious "old friend." We read the story and discuss it's intricacies. #AllSpoilers

Cosmere Cage Match is ongoing!
Round 3 Voting!!!
Final Bracket Image
Round 3 Voting!!!

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Episode 23: Cosmere Cage Match Round 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 15 May 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler continue the May Madness bracket to determine the greatest combatant in the Cosmere. We break down the Round 1 fights and introduce the Round 2 combatants. There are charts. There are forms. There are discussions. Join in! #AllSpoilers

Round 2 Voting!!!
Final Bracket Image
Round 2 Voting!!!

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Episode 22: Cosmere Cage Match Round 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 08 May 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Brooke and Tyler introduce the May Madness bracket to determine the greatest combatant in the Cosmere. There will be charts. There will be voting. There will be discussions. Join in!

Round 1 Voting!!!
Final Bracket Image
Round 1 Voting!!!

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Episode 21: Theory Time #1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Wed, 04 Apr 2018 05:00:00 -0700

Tyler has a theory thunder down upon him amid otherwise trivial adventures and so, a new podcast-style is born. Theory Time will be short, 15-25 minute, episodes. Sometimes they will be solo hosted and some will be co-hosted. We want to keep the magic going even if there are no new books for a while!

In this theory time, Tyler explores the relationship between the Kandra and the Listeners. It goes deep and holds nothing back. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 19: Fan Theories Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the many theories that were presented by Cosmere fans from across the world. In this episode, we talk Dalinar, Shadesmar, and get completely lost trying to create the uber-theory. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 18: Fan Theories Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 06 Feb 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss the many theories that were presented by Cosmere fans from across the world. In this episode, we primarily discuss the music theory and women's script and a few theories on Cosmere animals.

All show images.

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Episode 17: Of Shadesmar and Spren

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler discuss several characters' journey through Shadesmar in Oathbringer. So many mysteries introduced, spren explored, and Tyler going overboard with references. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 16: Key Characters Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler continue their exploration of each characters' arc from Oathbringer. We explore the individual story moments as well as larger, connecting themes. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 15: Key Characters Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler begin dissecting each characters' arc from Oathbringer. We explore the individual story moments as well as larger, connecting themes. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 14: More Hoid & More Letters

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler, once again, find themselves discussing the Cosmere's mystery man. Hoid had a whole new series of letters addressed to him in the epigraphs and we explore each one in detail. #AllSpopilers

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Episode 13: The Unmade

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler explore one of the biggest mysteries of Oathbringer with The Unmade. Are they individuals, forces, corrupted spren, Odium's champions? We explore all the questions and start throwing out some crazy theories. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 12: Odium & the Oathpact

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Mon, 25 Dec 2017 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler explore the big reveals of Oathbringer and how our knowledge of Odium and the Oathpact have changed. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 11: Oathbringer!!!

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 05:00:00 -0800

The Oathbringer Fangasm begins! Brooke and Tyler discuss their Top 5 favorite moments from Oathbringer and lay out their multi-episode plan for tackling the latest addition to the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers

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Episode 8: Magic on Roshar

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 21 Nov 2017 05:00:00 -0800

Brooke and Tyler continue their exploration of Roshar as they detail the different magic types present in the system. We cover shardblades, surgebinders, soulcasters, and spren. #AllSpoilers #NoOathbringerSpoilers

Orders of Surgebinders

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Episode 7: Mythology on Roshar Part 2

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 05:00:00 -0800

In celebration of the release of Oathbringer, Brooke and Tyler have a two-parter on the mythology and history of Roshar. We explore the shards, heralds, radiants, listeners, and everything in between. #AllSpoilers #NoOathbringerSpoilers

Link to Mythology on Roshar Part 1.

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Episode 6: Mythology on Roshar Part 1

Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 04:45:00 -0800

Link to Mythology on Roshar Part 2.

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