The Black Tower Podcast: A Wheel of Time Podcast

The Black Tower Podcast: A Wheel of Time Podcast

Making mostly full spoiler content since October 2018, the Black Tower Podcast focuses on topics ranging from cultures to characters to metaphysics across the entirety of Robert Jordan’s epic fantasy series The Wheel of Time. Born out of a love for the books and an appreciation for its nuance, these folks get together weekly to discuss all of the things that make us love this series.

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August 8, 2025 92 mins

The One Power may grant incredible strength, but it never comes without a price. In this episode of the Black Tower Podcast, we explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual toll that channeling takes on those who wield it. From the slow erosion of the body to the mental strain of touching the Source, we dive deep into what it truly means to pay the cost of power.

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In this episode of the Black Tower Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most thought-provoking themes of The Wheel of Time: the tension between the endless turning of the Wheel and humanity’s yearning for progress and change.

Is true freedom possible in a world bound by eternal recurrence? Does the Wheel’s cycle preserve balance, or does it trap humanity in stagnation? And what happens when individuals or movements dare to push ag...

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July 18, 2025 74 mins

The Pattern weaves as the Wheel wills… but could the showrunners weave a little closer to the books?

In this episode of the Black Tower Podcast, your favorite Asha’man dive deep into the Wheel of Time TV show and explore what could be done in future seasons to bring the adaptation closer to Robert Jordan's epic vision. From character arcs and lore accuracy to thematic depth and iconic moments yet unseen, we discuss the changes that...

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Join Josh, Andrew, and Reese as they dive into the fascinating character of Reanne Corly from The Wheel of Time. Once a leader among the Kin, Reanne plays a pivotal role in reconnecting the long-hidden group of women with the White Tower. In this episode, the Black Tower crew explores her story, her impact on the larger narrative, and what makes her such a compelling and underrated figure in the series.

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- Who is...

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What makes the two halves of the One Power so dynamically different, yet eerily similar? Lets dive into it!

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Not all warriors lead with a sword. Some lead with silence. Few embody the humble, unshakable, lead-from-the-front characteristics as well as Sulin, so time to give her some much overdue love and respect.

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Josh is out spreading the good word of our newer cleaner Saidin. That leaves just Andrew and Reese to discuss things, and this week we're talking about some secrets! Join us as we talk about the Illuminators

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June 13, 2025 61 mins

Lets talk more Shadowspawn! This time, the Gholam!

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While we are saddened by the news of The Wheel of Time Tv Show being cancelled by Amazon Prime, we're still going to finish our two-parter talking about the things we did not like from Season 3.

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While we are saddened by the TV Show's cancellation by Amazon Prime, this episode topic was already planned, and this part recorded. We are not going to alter our schedule due to the TV Show's cancellation. With that said and done, it's time to talk about all of the things we did not like from the Wheel of Time TV Show's Season 3. Buckle up. It's going to be a doozy.

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We're here to finish off our praises for Wheel of Time Season 3 with talking about episodes 5-8. Join us as we talk about all of the stuff we loved!

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Season 3 of the Wheel of Time TV show has come and ended and we were along for the ride. What a ride it was. Lets come together and show some appreciation and talk about all of the fantastic things we enjoyed about the show! We made it through the first four episodes this week. We'll finish the last four next week!

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They've got wings, big eyes, and even bigger mouths. Lets talk about the Wheel of Times dark soul suckers, the Draghkar!

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Are the guys in the Wheel of time channelers, or naturally lucky... or sucky? 

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April 24, 2025 65 mins

It's that time of year again! BTP is preparing to go to JordanCon. Hope to see you there!

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Verin is known for being knowledgeable, cunning, and incredibly strategic. Was she able to resist being manipulated by her sacrifice, or was she just a susceptible to the darker influences as everyone else?

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April 11, 2025 77 mins

Why did the Finn make such restrictive deals with the citizen of Randland? How come they don't just roam the world feeding until their heart's content? We may have some thoughts on this one.

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What are Jumara, Zomara, Cafar, and the Forgers? We're packing them all into this episode to talk about some of the lesser known shadowspawn!

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The Aes Sedai are known for cleverly manipulating the truth and keeping secrets. The Blue Ajah is incredibly skilled at gathering information across it's very guarded network of eyes and ears. Could these two things have worked together if Moiraine and Siuan had clued their Blue Ajah sisters in on their secret mission to search for the Dragon Reborn?

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Beth returns so to help us finish off our breakdown of Randland’s favorite sailor, good ole Bayle Domon!

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