Talk'aran'rhiod: The Wheel of Time Showcast

Check out our newest podcast, Shelf to Screen !  The podcast where we discuss scifi and fantasy literary adaptations to the screen.   In this inaugural episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom talk the 2021 adaptation of Frank Herbert's "Dune!" We'll dive into the origins of the novel, we'll talk a bit about the path it took to in being adapted, and then we'll review the movie! Joe...

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 a...

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 ep...

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. Send us your thoughts and questions! Say hello to Shelf to Screen ! After...

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,...

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 B...

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! Send us your thoughts and questions! Sa...

In this episode Joe, Jen, Tom, and Brendan rewatch episode 304 of T he 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, a...

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 abs...

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! Send us your thoughts and quest...

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! Send...

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?! NEWS: ...

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 o...

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...m...

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,...

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! Get your limited edition fundraising shirts while supplies last! https:/...

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 Mor...

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 class...

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? Lis...

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)! Get your ticket now! https://wotcon.com/ Get you DJ Ni...

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!...

In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom dig more into the sad news of the cancellation of "The Wheel of Time" by Prime Video, including reasons why, where negotiations may have gone south, and what's next. We then kindle up some hope, reviewing six recent instances of shows being cancelled, then picked up by a different network to continue the show! Hear Joe find the right ending! Hear Je...

Watch the livestream:  https://youtube.com/live/pkYLf6tHBlA?feature=share Join us LIVE for a special podcast episode celebrating the epic conclusion of The Wheel of Time Season 3!  We're not just recapping the incredible journey – we're rolling out the red carpet for the Wheelie Awards! 🏆 We'll be handing out our highly coveted (and totally unofficial!) awards for everything from &...

In this episode Joe, Jen, and Tom are joined by their better halves - Sarah, Dan, and Michelle - to get their opinions on season three. They haven't read the books, but they do live with us. Now they get to tell us what they think of our obsession! Sarah is happy for death! Dan tempts us with a dye job! Michelle has questions! All that, plus basketball and long body hair! This one is spoiler...

In this episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom continue the Season Three retrospective, evaluating how they did in predicting which parts unconfirmed cast members were going to play! Who goes the farthest afield? Only time, and this episode, will tell! Hear Jen get two for one! Hear Tom's dreams get crushed! Hear Joe nail the pronunciation! All that, plus we come up with some delicious alternate podcast...