
Cosmere Conversations
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Episode 51: Mistborn Era 2 ReRead
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 50: Mistborn ReRead Part 2
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. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 49: Mistborn ReRead Part 1
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. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 48: The ReRead Begins
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 47: Religions in the Cosmere Vol. 2
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 46: Religions in the Cosmere Vol. 1
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 45: White Sand Vol. 3
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 44: Looking Forward
Brooke and Tyler ask the fans what they're most looking forward to in the Cosmere #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 43: Words of Brandon Vol. 2
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 42: Edgedancer
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 41: Mistborn: Secret History
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 40: Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 39: Eleventh Metal and Allomancer Jak
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 38: Sixth of the Dusk
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 37: The Emperor's Soul
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 36: Hope of Elantris and Some Nonsense
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 35: Twinborn Combinations
Brooke and Tyler discuss Twinborns in Mistborn Era 2 and speculate wildly about random combinations we have not seen but desperately want. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 34: Words of Brandon Vol. 1
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 33: Taravangian, Himself
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 32: Rival Relationships
Brooke and Tyler conclude their discussion on relationships by discussing rivals and villains and how Brandon creates compelling antagonists. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 31: Friendships
Brooke and Tyler discuss some of the best friendships across the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 30: Mentor Relationships
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 29: Romantic Relationships
EBrooke 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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 28: Non-Cosmere Conversations
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 27: The Ultimate Cosmere Intro (No Spoilers)
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 Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 26: Cosmere Cage Match Finale
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 25: Cosmere Cage Match Round 4
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!!! Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 24: The Traveler
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!!! Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 23: Cosmere Cage Match Round 2
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!!! Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 22: Cosmere Cage Match Round 1
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!!! Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 21: Theory Time #1
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 20: White Sand Reviewed
Brooke and Tyler review and discuss Vol. 1 & 2 of White Sand. In this episode, we talk the highs and lows of the comic, our thoughts on the artwork and story, and all the major characters. We also explore and theorize about the nature of investiture on Taldain and how it plays into the larger Cosmere. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 19: Fan Theories Part 2
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 18: Fan Theories Part 1
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. Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 17: Of Shadesmar and Spren
Brooke and Tyler discuss several characters' journey through Shadesmar in Oathbringer. So many mysteries introduced, spren explored, and Tyler going overboard with references. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 16: Key Characters Part 2
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 15: Key Characters Part 1
Brooke and Tyler begin dissecting each characters' arc from Oathbringer. We explore the individual story moments as well as larger, connecting themes. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 14: More Hoid & More Letters
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 13: The Unmade
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 12: Odium & the Oathpact
Brooke and Tyler explore the big reveals of Oathbringer and how our knowledge of Odium and the Oathpact have changed. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 11: Oathbringer!!!
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 10: Magic on Sel and Nalthis
Brooke and Tyler travel to first Sel and then Nalthis to discuss the magic systems from Elantris and Warbreaker. We cover three shards, language, linguistics, geography, Returned, Heightenings and so much more. #AllSpoilers but #NoOathbringerSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 9: Magic on Scadrial
Brooke and Tyler travel to Scadrial to explore the metallic arts of Allomancy, Feruchemy, and Hemalurgy. We also dive in to the technology seen in Mistborn Era 2 and how Scadrial plays into the greater Cosmere. #AllSpoilers #NoOathbringerSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 8: Magic on Roshar
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 Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 7: Mythology on Roshar Part 2
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. Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 6: Mythology on Roshar Part 1
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 2. Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 5: Seventeenth Shard and Worldhoppers
The Cosmere's biggest nerds dive deep into the hidden organization that is the Seventeenth Shard. Why stop there? We then explore all the different worldhoppers that are currently known. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.

Episode 4: Hoid and the Letters
Brooke and Tyler explore the many mysteries of the Cosmere's main crossover character, Hoid. Who is he, what does he want, why is he a beggar? We tackle it all in our most jam-packed episode ever, #AllSpoilers Original music "Raidant" by David Gruwier. "Radiant" on YouTube. Original music "At Wit's End" by TheDarkEyedMusician. "At Wit's End" on YouTube.

Episode 3: Realmatic Theory
Brooke and Tyler bring you their thoughts and research on the three realms of the Cosmere: Physical, Cognitive, and Spiritual. They dive deep, but the journey is worth it. #AllSpoilers Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier. Map of Cosmere from Arcanum Unbounded Fan made map of the Cosmere

Episode 2: Adonalsium and the Shards
Brooke and Tyler explore the power of creation Adonalsium and the sixteen shards created after the shattering. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant"(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0)