Wheel Takes

In this week's Catching Fire episode, technical difficulties abound; Katniss' pitches meet mixed reception; and there's a new sheriff in town. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 6 through 9 of CATCHING FIRE. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 12 of CATCHING FIRE. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at w...

In this week's episode, Faile doesn't trust overeager allies; everything is terrible; and we try out Malazan Takes. Ali's Bingo Card for WINTER'S HEART can be found here ! ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 4-6 of WINTER'S HEART. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 6 of WINTER'S HEART. Patreon thank-yous end at 03:03 (not counting ads) ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM ,...

In this week's Catching Fire episode, Katniss misunderstands instructions; Peeta's brought into the loop; and a dignitary makes an unexpected visit. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 1 through 5 of CATCHING FIRE. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 5 of CATCHING FIRE. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us...

In this week's episode, Perrin gets some bad news; Berelain is the worst; and Faile has a terrible time. Ali's Bingo Card for WINTER'S HEART can be found here ! ERRATA: They're not in Ghealdan. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 1-3 of WINTER'S HEART. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 3 of WINTER'S HEART. Patreon thank-yous end at 05:28 (not counting ads) ~~~ Check out our...

In this week's Hunger Games episode, we get out of the frying pan and into the fire; Katniss shows off her acting chops; and the first volume of the books is finished. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 23 through 27 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE HUNGER GAMES. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreo...

NOTE: we've received feedback that the new buzzer sound effect is louder and more intrusive than expected. We'll be changing this in future episodes to better incorporate it into our conversation. In this week's episode, we break out some new hardware; the buzzer is put through its paces; and Elayne and Aviendha totally don't get married. Ali's Bingo Card for WINTER'S HEART can be found here ! ERR...

In this week's Hunger Games episode, true love may or may not exist; Peeta proves his passion for decoration; and Foxface gets hyped up more. An example of Survivor "Clown Music" (Minor spoilers for Survivor: Philippines): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6ByVSFd-_o ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 19 through 22 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of T...

Welcome to WINTER'S HEART! In this week's episode, Ali shares her Bingo Card for book 9; Seaine loses a friend; and Elayne lays out her strategy for political domination. Ali's Bingo Card for WINTER'S HEART can be found here ! The Garfunkel and Oates song that Ali references can be found here ! (WARNING - NOT SAFE FOR WORK) ~~~ Material covered in this episode: the first two POVs of the PROLOGUE o...

In this week's Hunger Games episode, Katniss makes a friend; Peeta loses an ally; and the games live up to their namesake. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 15 through 18 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 18 of THE HUNGER GAMES. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at wheeltakespod...

In this week's Hunger Games episode, the game is afoot; Peeta makes some unexpected friends; and Katniss finds herself up a tree. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 10 through 14 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 14 of THE HUNGER GAMES. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at wheelt...

In this week's Hunger Games episode, Katniss continues her preparation; Peeta becomes more and more suspicious; and Gus doubles down on the Flayer. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 5 through 9 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through the end of Part 1 of THE HUNGER GAMES. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheelt...

In this week's episode, new rifts are driven; somber drinks are shared; Gateways are declined and made; and yet another Wheel of Time book is completed. Ali's Bingo Card can be found here! ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 29, 30 and 31 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS. This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE PATH OF DAGGERS Patreon thank-yous end at 03:18. ~~~ Check out our TWITT...

Ali and Gus embark on a side-quest from THE WHEEL OF TIME, because Gus has never read THE HUNGER GAMES before, and Ali has, and we thought it'd be fun to turn the tables! ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 1 through 4 of THE HUNGER GAMES. This episode contains SPOILERS through the end of Part 1 of THE HUNGER GAMES. ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreo...

In this week's episode, Rand can't close a particular deal, and is frustrated at how another one closed; Vandene loses something dear to her; and Elayne embarks on a political journey. Ali's Bingo Card can be found here! ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 27 and 28 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS. This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE PATH OF DAGGERS ~~~ Check out our TWITTER ,...

[ CONTENT ADVISORY: the last 45 minutes or so of this podcast contain extensive discussion of sexual harrassment and sexual assault that may be triggering to some listeners. From 01:09:52 onward (not counting prior ad time), listener discretion is advised.] In this week's episode, Elaida recieves a rude awakening; Seaine and Pevara grow their numbers; and very questionable decisions are made at th...

In this week's episode, Rand trusts only himself; Weiramon and Anaiyella act increasingly suspiciously; and Bashere shows his character. ERRATA: da’covale is the general Seanchan term for a non- damane slave. Gus was thinking of so’jhin . DISCLAIMER: Don't eat Tide Pods (or any soap product). They are poisonous. Closing music: JAK O' THE SHADOWS, cover performed by Karyn Bard Songs ~~~ Material co...

In this TEOTW Redux episode, Rand and Mat have a lot of bad times, but not as bad as Howal Gode's times. Ba'alzamon needs to work on his marketing strategies. Todd's great drawing of Paitr: https://twitter.com/toddschumacher/status/1603253912819081217 ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 32 and 33 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD. The NEW READER portion of this episode contains SPOILERS through C...

In this week's episode, Rand retreats further into his shell; Weiramon gets slapped right in the face; and Narishma returns from his Ominous errand. ERRATA: Gus is deliberately oversimplifying his thoughts about Cormac McCarthy and he understands that's not what No Country For Old Men is about. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 21 and 22 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SP...

In this week's episode, we make zero forward progress in the story and instead dig into what makes a "slog", whether Rand and Moridin may have some kind of connection, and how to solve a problem like Lews Therin. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: literally one line of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 22 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAG...

In this week's episode, Egwene's plans come to fruition; Elayne has a cooldown chapter (in more than one way); and Romanda and Lelaine have a terrible time. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 19 and 20 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 20 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS The Patreon thank-yous end at 6:39 (without ads) ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , a...

In this week's episode, Egwene lays plans; Romanda and Lelaine throw their weight around; and Andoran nobles share their opinions. ERRATA: We were wrong about what Egwene sent the miscellaneous Aes Sedai to do in Ch15. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 15, 16, 17 and 18 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 18 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS ~~~ Check out our TW...

In this week's episode, Perrin gets a break. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 13 and 14 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 14 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS The Patreon Thank-Yous end at 05:38 (not including ads) ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at wheeltakespodcast@gmail.com US-frie...

In this week's episode, Galina has a terrible time; Sevanna runs into some roadblocks, and two old ladies form a dream team. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 11 and 12 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 12 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at wheeltakesp...

In this week's episode, Perrin. ~~~ Material covered in this episode: Chapters 7, 8, 9 and 10 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 10 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS Patreon thank-yous end at 6:07 (not counting ads) ~~~ Check out our TWITTER , INSTAGRAM , and TIKTOK Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wheeltakes Email us at wheeltakespodcast@gmail.com US-friendly MERCHANDI...

Welcome to our third annual WoT Song Are You! Once again, Ali has selected a number of Wheel of Time characters and assigned them holiday (or wintery (or, really, whatever kind suited her fancy)) songs, and Gus gets to try to guess who is attached to what song. Hope you enjoy! Patti LaBelle - Where My Background Singers? ~~~ This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 10 of THE PATH OF DAGGERS....