Cosmere Conversations

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Want to add your own details? Follow the link N.K. Jemisin on Ezra Klein Podcast Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Brooke and Tyler discuss several of the revelations from JordanCon 2021 where Brandon answered multiple fan questions directly about Rhythm of War. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Brooke and Tyler discuss the secrets hidden within Rhythm of War's Ars Arcanum. Soulcasters, stoneshapers, and mysteries galore. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Brooke and Tyler theorize about the Rhythm of War epilogue and what the interaction between Odium and Hoid means for the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Angie has a store on Etsy! Check it out here: TrashPandaMonium Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier. This episode is sponsored by HANK GREEN. His book A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor is available July 7th wherever books are sold. More information available here. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon

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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Brooke and Tyler discuss the first half of Way of Kings including the Prelude, Prologue, Parts 1-3, and Interludes 1 & 2. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Brooke and Tyler answer questions from the fans and go off on wild theory tangents. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.