Cosmere Conversations
Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva
Two lovers of the Cosmere explore the universe created by Brandon Sanderson with biweekly episodes discussing the intricacies of this literary masterpiece. Episodes begin with background information on the Cosmere itself and develop to be more specific regarding each world/novel. We explore the crossovers, magic systems, and characters in great detail. If you’re a fan of Sanderson, literature, epic stories, magic, and wild theorizing—this is the place for you. #AllSpoilers
Episodes
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Nov 16, 2021 • 48min
Episode 91: Hoid's Parables: The Girl Who Looked Up
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Nov 2, 2021 • 47min
Episode 90: Hoid's Parables: Fleet & Wandersail
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Oct 19, 2021 • 1h 6min
Episode 89: Death Rattles
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Oct 5, 2021 • 1h 22min
Episode 88: Sixth of the Dusk Sequel
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Aug 31, 2021 • 53min
Episode 87: Words of Brandon Vol. 5
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Aug 17, 2021 • 51min
Episode 86: RoW Ars Arcanum
Brooke and Tyler discuss the secrets hidden within Rhythm of War's Ars Arcanum. Soulcasters, stoneshapers, and mysteries galore. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Aug 3, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 85: Worldhoppers in RoW
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Jul 20, 2021 • 1h 16min
Episode 84: All Hail, Jasnah Kholin
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Jul 6, 2021 • 47min
Episode 83: Emulsifiers
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Jun 22, 2021 • 43min
Episode 82: Exploring Shallan & DID
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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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
