Randland Wheel of Time TV Podcast

Big Dick Energy   Loial's proclamation, "We are the heroes of today" rings true in the epic season 2 finale of The Wheel of Time. As harrowing events bring our Two Rivers folk full circle, the only thing you can bet on is that they will never be the same after Falme. Join Randland in our spoiler free discussion of , "What Was Meant To Be" as we breakdown that showstopper o...

It kicks off with fishwives and a fatal foretelling and escalates as our beloved heroes move around the chess board in season's two penultimate episode "Daes Dae'Mar".  Translating to "The Game of Houses" it turns out to be an apropos title as loyalties are tested; some will be broken, as others are rekindled. Join Randland as we navigate turbulent waters in Cairhien...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 Episode 6, "Eyes Without Pity" is an apropos title as it takes us deeper into the dehumanizing logic of the Seanchan, and the disturbing power of the A'dam. Randland takes fans through a spoiler-free breakdown of this dramatic arc. From Egwene's resilience, to Loial's deep vocals, to Lan turning narc on Mo , there's a lot to dive into.  If y...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 world expands as we learn more about the mysterious Seanchan in Episode 5, "Damane." From sinister collars, golden pacifiers, to  some seriously intense manicures, the devil is in the details as we unpack the motives and culture s of the outsiders who have ensnared Ingtar, Loial, and Egwene. Beyond Falme, Liandrin takes a trip to Trader Joe's for some aspa...

Join Randland for a spoiler free discussion of Amazon Prime's The Wheel of Time S2 Episode 4, "Daughter of the Night." Selene sweeps Rand off to her Kinslayer's cottage for some sexy time that tragically ends with the dragon reeling, "Oh no, my boner!"The Caihrien Library is open as Anvaere Damodred reads big sis Mo' for filth. Elyas gets bossy. Min struggles wit...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 builds suspense as Nynaeve enters the perilous Arches in her test to become an Accepted of the White Tower.  Join Randland podcast for a spoiler free discussion of episode 3, "What Might Be" where we see Uno lose more than his eye, a peek at Daes De Mar, and Rand's burning lust set ablaze. Not to mention Perrin getting wolfy, and Mat finally starting a jou...

Collin, Zoe and Jay offer a spoiler free look into The Wheel of Time's sophomore season with Episode 2 "Strangers and Friends." Join us as we confer on warder woes, Dagger Daddy, Red Ajah Mommy and the ever foreboding Arches. From 40 first dates with Errol to the Daughter Heir and her "subjects", there's a plenty to parse as season 2 starts to simmer.   If you're...

Collin, Zoe, and Jay return to discuss darkfriendery, fade fights, hard-knock novice lessons, warder feels and much more. We're diving into Season 2 of The Wheel of Time on Prime with an in depth review of episode 1 "A Taste of Solitude." Join us for hot takes on show improvements and a spoiler-free analysis of the season 2 premiere. If you're a book fan, stick around until the...

When exactly do sparks begin to fly? Just how long is a never-ending quest? How exactly does one call a fade? It’s all discussed here! In this episode we breakdown Amazon’s The Wheel Of Time Ep. 3 “A Place of Safety.” Opening with a spoiler-free recap and discussion, Jay & Collin highlight the peaks, valleys, strengths, and weaknesses of the episode before Zoë joins to transition the conversat...

Randland revisits episode two of The Wheel of Time TV show, "Shadow's Waiting" to see if their initial review and perspective has shifted upon rewatching. Amyrlin Jay and M'hael breakdown a spoiler free recap of the episode. Later they're joined by Tigraine for a spoiler filled discussion, dishing on episode highlights and grievances from a book fan POV. In short, Trollocs...

Randland returns to the beginning of the television season with a breakdown and deep dive into Episode 1: Leavetaking. The first half of this podcast episode is a spoiler-free chat examining all of the elements that setup our journey forward this season, followed by a spoiler-filled conversation that looks at the larger picture of how this early episode gives us clues about where the show may be h...

Since the TV premiere of  The Wheel of Time, book purists have vocalized their ardent criticism proclaiming, "Those aren't the characters I know and adore!" In contrast, fans worldwide are falling in love with the adaptation that has become the #1 streamed show of 2021.  Join Randland as they attempt to reconcile these polarize opinions  by giving a fair and in-depth analysis. Get r...

Randland convenes to discuss the broader strokes of the Wheel of Time narrative and how the television adaptation has tackled some of these themes. We examine the contrasts between the two media properties, citing the impact of the Wheel, the handling of sex and gender representation, and even the tone of the storytelling. An analysis of the narrative focal shift of the television show sheds light...

There are no endings to the turning of the Wheel, but it was an ending to Season 1 of The Wheel of Time on Amazon. Join the M'Hael, Amyrlin, and Tigraine for a wild discussion of Episode 8, "The Eye of the World."  From Barney Harris's abrupt departure, to the numerous obstacles presented by Covid-19, there were no shortage of challenges for Rafe and the team as they tried thei...

M'hael leads us through "The Dark Along the Ways " in this Spoiler-Free breakdown of The Wheel of Time series, Episode 7. From that mind blowing Cold Open, to Machin Chin's sexy Alexa voice, to Lan's framily and the drama that is " Pegwene" (!) there is a lot to dive into.  Not to mention the penultimate episode's epic reveal of the mother-loving DRAGON REBO...

"If Wisdom is the title you claim, I suggest you start using some" "On your Knees" "The strongest channeler we've seen in 1000 years." "Mat!" A massive amount of intrigue to unpack in Episode 6 of The Wheel of Time series, and M'hael Collin + Amyrlin Jay cannot wait to break it down for you!  Join us for the first hour of the show as we bring you a...

Randland dives into the first Wheel of Time episode directed by Salli-Richardson Whitfield, Episode 5, "Blood Calls Blood."  Collin and Jay take you through a SPOILER-FREE breakdown, covering all the important details from our first vista of Tar Valon, to meeting Loial the Ogier, to the palpable sexual history between Liandrin and Moiraine.  Stick around, or skip ahead to 1:34:03 for FUL...

M'Hael Collin and Amyrlin Jay give a detailed SPOILER FREE episode 4 breakdown, analyzing each scene, touching on critical reviews, and discussing film craft and visual effects in Amazon's Wheel of Time series. Dragonsworn stay tuned! In the second portion of the episode  Randland is joined by Tigraine, Queen of Twitter of Time, as we dive into full-on-book-nerd-SPOILER-FILLED-MAYHEM (fu...

Randland Season Three is finally here, as is Amazon's long-awaited television adaptation! M'Hael Collin, Amyrlin Jay, and Tigraine of Twitter of Time got together on November 18th in Los Angeles, to watch the premiere of Episodes 1 through 3 of Amazon's The Wheel of Time series. Have a listen to our live, unedited, off-the-cuff reactions recorded immediately after our first watch of...

It's Randland's final episode before the release of the Amazon on Prime TV show! Listen in as we discuss some of the more recent casting and directorial news for The Wheel of Time on Prime: Season 2 before giving our thoughts on the promotional footage and engagement we've seen thus far from the show's PR team. We end with a Cleansing by divulging our pre-viewing fears and unex...

Before the epic Wheel of Time trailer dropped, Randland had the pleasure of hanging with Tigraine of Twitter of Time to plan our imminent Premiere Party!  Please join us for some pregame fun as we critique costumes, plan our booze & bites, and dish on watch-party pet peeves. Not to mention forsaken astrology, breaking down WoT relationships in the language of Love Island UK, and dunking on the...

Jay & Collin debrief on their first JordanCon experience, discussing everything you might have missed during FOMOcon, and processing their own feelings and impressions as newbies to the Con! They dive into panel discussions, recap costume and trivia highlights, and touch on the social dynamics both within an expanding fandom, and at a covid-restricted Con.  Last but not least, they give tips f...

Collin & Jay convene in The Black Tower to talk about recent production news before tackling one of the uglier themes of the books: lack of consent. We discuss the more prominent instances of non-consensual behavior that occur within the series and, while examining these scenes and their impact, we also consider how the upcoming TV show could rectify some of them while still remaining true to...

Randland is joined by Lezbi Nerdy for an in depth discussion of Seanchan history, society, and the Empress (may she live forever.) Tune in to hear speculation on what the future of the Empire may hold following the Last Battle, and what we really think about Mat & Tuon's relationship.  Warning! Contains full series spoilers. Hosts: Amyrlin Jay, M'Hael Collin Guest: Jenny of Lezbi Ner...

Randland hosts a cutthroat edition of Wheel of Time Jeopardy. As the reigning champ Collin, the M'Hael, takes on Seth & Aradia of WoT Spoilers in a legendary trivia showdown.  Warning: Contains full series spoilers! Video Episode On YouTube https://youtu.be/GRIyuYL3ON4 Hosts: Jay & Collin www.randlandtv.com Guests: Seth & Aradia Wheel of Time Spoilers Podcast  https://www.wotspoil...