Avatar: Braving the Elements

Speakers discuss Zuko's redemption arc, voicing animals and funny stories about dogs, personal connections to Avatar characters and their development, emotional impact and unique storytelling of animation, favorite animal hybrids and duo dynamics, and working with actors Mark Hamlin, Jason Isaacs, and Luke Skywalker.

In this episode, Afiya Augustine and Vincent Bernard join the hosts to discuss "The Serpent's Pass" from the Avatar series. They also talk about their favorite bending, ships, and how they keep falling in love with the Avatarverse. Topics include discovering Avatar: The Last Airbender, smashed cabbages, passports, hope, trauma, and Toph's crucial actions.

Voice actor and director Sam Riegel talks about the Avatarverse and his kids' love for Avatar series. They discuss the inception of the role-playing game show Critical Role and the complexity of the Avatarverse characters. The hosts express gratitude to Critical Role for popularizing D&D and discuss their experiences with Laura Bailey and Travis Willingham before they were married.

Returning super-guest Jason Mantzoukas joins the hosts to discuss the desert-themed episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender. They explore the significance of the Order of the White Lotus and Aang's emotional journey. They also discuss the collaborative process of voice acting and animation, and highlight the importance of the glider and dynamics within Team Avatar.

Guests Daniel Mertzlufft and Katherine Lynn Rose discuss their creative content inspired by the Avatarverse. They talk about creating TikToks and songs, incorporating musical motifs and sneaking in Easter eggs. They also discuss their favorite duet partners, cute Avatarverse merchandise, favorite romantic ships, and appreciation for the Fire Nation.

Special guest Phil Yu, Founder and Editor of Angry Asian Man, joins Janet and Dante to discuss 'The Library' episode of Avatar: Braving the Elements. Topics include defeating the Fire Nation, Toph saving the day, and the fate of Appa. They also explore storytelling, representation, favorite characters, and the significance of the hidden library in the series.

ATLA superfan Abisola and Ayosola join the podcast for a midseason quiz show to test their Avatar knowledge. Topics include falling in love with Avatar, firebending attraction, fan questions about book two bloodshed, and a fun trivia quiz about the series.

The hosts explore the intense training in the episode and the challenges of martial arts. Aang learns earthbending with Toph while Zuko seeks help from Iroh. The protagonists face struggles and learn lessons during their training. The importance of bending techniques is discussed, including lightning bending. The hosts reflect on the concept of bitter work exemplified by Iroh and Katara.

Guests Major Curda and Lex Mayson join the hosts to discuss their love for Avatar. Topics include cosplay, favorite locations in the Avatar universe, hybrid animals, favorite episodes, key events in season 2, and romantic 'ships' in the show.

We’re back at San Diego Comic Con for another LIVE podcast recording! This time, Braving the Elements is joined by not one but TWO beloved voice actors: Jack DeSena (Sokka) and Phil LaMarr (Kuei the Earth King).Join us for an exclusive listen to our panel from this past July. Expect from thrilling conversations with our Avatar VOs, breaking Avatar Studios news, and of course - a dynamic table read featuring fans and friends alike of some iconic scenes from Book 2 (and beyond). With our amazing fans and friends in the room, this panel is anything but rough, buddy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices