Talk'aran'rhiod: The Wheel of Time Showcast
Join Joe, Jen, and Tom as they delve into the highly anticipated television adaptation of The Wheel of Time and provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the series. From the latest news to critical analysis, the trio aims to explore how Amazon will tackle the monumental task of bringing the 14-book epic to life. For Wheel of Time enthusiasts seeking to stay informed and engaged, this podcast offers an invaluable resource. (Some episodes do contain spoilers for the books. Look for episodes tagged "Spoiler Free" if you haven't read the series.)
Episodes
In this episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom look back at the year that was, and the podcast that was. Then we look forward to something new to come! Listen as Joe asks an old question one last time! Listen as Jen brings us the latest news! Listen as Tom teaches you something for the road! All that, plus a reveal of what's coming in January! As always, spoilers abound, as does unabashed sincerity and an amazing amount of digressions.
In this week's episode, Joe steps aside from his own personal feelings to let the voice of the fandom ring out! We're diving deep into the world of The Wheel of Time TV show, but this time, the rankings are determined not by us, but by the masses on IMDb.com.
Join us as we count down the Top 15 Highest-Rated Episodes of the series, according to the people themselves. Did your favorite episode make the cut? More i...
In this episode, Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan finish up their rewatch with episode 308 of The Wheel of Time. What a way to go. Hear Tom let loose! Hear Jen show love! Hear Brendan like genies! Hear Joe skip to the end! All that, plus the Thom show, starring Thom! As always, spoilers abound, as does... the end of a journey.
In this episode Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan cover episode 307 of The Wheel of Time. The center does not hold. Hear Brendan's utter disdain of Perrin! Hear Jen opine on Alanna's Healing proficiency being anything but mundane! Hear Joe deign Slayer a worthy foe! Hear Tom defend his favorite Whitecloak (who can it be?! [Dain])! All that, plus just how helpful was that explosion? As always, spoilers abound, as do Tricks and Tr...
In this episode Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan cover episode 306 of The Wheel of Time. Guess who's back, back again? Hear Jen finally begin to soften on Rand! Hear Brendan finally start get convinced by Jen! Hear Joe tell a story about someone telling a story! Hear Tom admit some odd reading material! All that, plus some pro-Canadian relations are expressed! As always, spoilers abound, as does Brendan, bookless, ponder a panic!
In this episode, Joe, Tom, and Brendan press on in Jen's absence to cover episode 305 of The Wheel of Time. That ending, though... Tom gets an official costume! Brendan has some serious re-evaluating to do! Joe defends the kindness of Aiel! All that, plus emotional reveals! As always, spoilers abound, as does secret previews for what's coming next!
In this episode Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan rewatch episode 304 of The Wheel of Time. This SOUNDS like a great time! Joe was tired, in his defense! Brendan does approve of Couladin, after all! Tom's joke is wrong, but it's still funny! Jen can't dial a number, her head's full of Creeg! All that, more half-brothers than you can shake a Sakarnen at! As always, spoilers abound, as do many digressions!
In this episode Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan rewatch episode 303 of The Wheel of Time. And they're building a trellis of arms! Jen supports Two Rivers atrocities! Tom wants a fight musical! Brendan appreciates the best Forsaken! Joe uncovers a conspiracy from Big Blossom! All that, plus the continuing adventures of Jen Z'ers and Jen Butt! As always, spoilers abound, as does mysterious absences!
In this episode, Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan rewatch episode 302 of The Wheel of Time. And is it a Coronation, or a Horrornation? Tom's in a great mood! Joe is happy to say Huan! Jen is totally prepared! Brendan loves a high-quality bathrobe! All that, plus just who is that kid's mother? As always, spoilers abound, as does an unbelievable amount of energy!
In this episode, Joe. Jen, Tom, and Brendan reunite to rewatch episode 301 of The Wheel of Time. And this time, the spoiler guardrails are down! Hear Brendan like something horrible! Hear Joe gleefully spoil plotlines! Hear Jen really lower the average! Hear Tom lose count of stabs! All that, plus shit-talking Galina! As always, spoilers abound, as does the surprising lack of spilled drinks!
In this episode, Joe Jen and Tom cover the latest news, including updates about the rights to produce the show! Then we move on to the main event, the top 20 characters from the books you most want to see in future seasons of the show! Tom bungles a prediction! Joe gets satisfied! Jen goes on a heater! All that, plus manly tears! As always, spoilers abound, as does a.lot of emotions, okay?!
In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom reunite after some sickness and lots of vacation to continue revealing the results of your votes! And what did you vote upon? That would be the characters from the books who have yet to appear in the show, that you most want to see in future seasons! Tonight we reveal characters 50-21! Jen's upset about what she missed! Tom has trouble reading the room! Joe only mentions Daved Hanlon a few tim...
In this episode Joe and Tom deal with the sudden absence of an under-the-weather Jen by pressing on and revealing numbers 85-51 on the list! And what is that list? You voted, over 65,000 times, to determine which characters from the books, yet unseen in the show, that we'd most like to see! Hear Tom forget who was on the list! Hear Joe forget who a character was! Hear them both agree with...maybe three choices! Who ranked too ...
In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom start to reveal the results of the Scientific Survey we conducted to determine which characters from the books, yet unseen in the show, you'd most like to see! 125 characters to choose from. Over 65,000 votes cast! And in this episode we cover numbers 125-86! Who's ranked too low? Who's ranked too high? Who exactly was Charl Gedwyn again? As always, spoilers abound, as does coffee. L...
In this special milestone episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom cover the latest show news, recap the recent WoTCon, and talk about what comes next for the pod!
Joe bounces back from illness! Jen gets indignant! Tom tracks his thirst! All that, plus crowd-sourcing new names!
Spoiler-free, as does the after-effects of all that hot sauce!
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Unfortunately we had to reschedule our interview with Juliet Howland due to unforseen circumstances. But we didn't want to leave you without a little something. So here's a previously released Patreon-only episode that we did way back in 2021. It might be filled with wildly inaccurate theories and predictions. You won't know until you listen!
Tom and the gang get schooled on Mordeth. Rosamund wins a Golden Globe ...
In this episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom talk the latest news, including billboards, Emmys, conventions, and more! We also answer some fan questions, and tease something huge for next week! Joe wants to go to work every day! Jen picks her vomit over the fans! Tom really shouldn't be trusted with power! All that, plus bagels, bagels, bagels! As always, spoilers abound, as do famous high school classmates!
In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom talk about an exciting thing they're doing, that they need your help with! It's their Second Annual Scientific Survey! This time we're asking you which character that has yet to appear on the show do you most want to see? We've got a quick and fun way to find out! Want to to cast your vote? Want to find out where to vote? Want to know more? Listen and find out! As always, spoile...
In this episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom are joined by special guests, and friends of the show, Dana and Jess, to cover the latest news, and talk about WoTCon 2025! Special guests! Panel reveals! Sneak peaks! Incredibly inappropriate jokes! All that, plus nominations for the nominations! This one is spoiler free, so dive on in (but bring some Tums)!
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In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom are joined by special guest, and friend of the show, Rob of Malkier Talks! We talk the latest show news about possible renewals, and then Joe and Rob have to answer questions about the #SaveWoT campaign/movement! Hear Joe talk forms of government! Hear Jen do an uncanny impression! Hear Tom vouch for a website's existence! Hear Rob have an alarming confusion! All that, plus golden airplanes, b...
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