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Christmas
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Final Fantasy
War Of the Worlds
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Paddington
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U.S. Citizenship Test
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Join bestselling authors Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells as they search for the perfect podcast name and talk about the weird things they love—such as food heists, the perfect popcorn salt, and whether any art can truly be perfect. Listen for commentary on movies, TV shows, books, video games, and wherever else their conversation leads them.

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Brandon is joined this week by special guest Ben McSweeney, one of the creative directors at Dragonsteel. Join them as they explore Ben's history, from working in animation and television, his role at Dragonsteel, and his advice for today's up-and-co... more

Brandon Sanderson and Emily Sanderson are back again this week to put there memory on the test! With Donald asking the toughest questions, will they be able to survive the not so newlywed game?

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Brandon brings on the lovely Emily Sanderson to give a review of Apple's adaption of Martha Wells "Murderbot". Wow that was a lot of proper nouns. 

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Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells dive into Rian Johnson's third film in the Knives Out series, Wake Up Dead Man. They also spend time on another mysterious crime, the infamous Kit Kat heist.

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Recent Guests

Brandon Mull
Author of Fablehaven and Guardians series
Scholastic/Random House imprint (publisher context mentioned)
Episode: Two Brandons, Two Movies — Intentionally Blank Ep. 252
Dan Wells
Author and guest on the episode
Wells Family / Writer
Episode: A Wild Jordan Sanderson Has Appeared! — Intentionally Blank Ep. 250
Tomi Adeyemi
Bestselling author and creator associated with BookTok
Author
Episode: Talking BookTok with Tomi Adeyemi and Aymansbooks — Intentionally Blank Ep. 241
Howard Lyon
Artist, baker, and food enthusiast
Episode: Lyon The Baker — Intentionally Blank Ep. 217
Steve Argyle
Illustrator known for his work in board games and collectible card games
Magic: The Gathering
Episode: An Unconventional Path to Artistry — Intentionally Blank Ep. 211
Robin Hobb
Renowned fantasy author and pioneer in the genre
Independent Author
Episode: Can We Knight Someone? With Matt Dinniman and Robin Hobb — Intentionally Blank Ep. 189
Matt Dinniman
Author of the popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series
Independent Author
Episode: Can We Knight Someone? With Matt Dinniman and Robin Hobb — Intentionally Blank Ep. 189
Ben Olson
Frequent collaborator and friend of the hosts
Episode: FTL AF — Intentionally Blank Ep. 156
Wynn Sanderson
Master chef and baker, father of Brandon Sanderson.
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Episode: Freshly Baked with Winn Sanderson —Intentionally Blank Ep. 144

Hosts

Brandon Sanderson
Co-host; best-selling author; involved in multiple projects and media discussions; known for cosplaying and authorial work.
Dan Wells
Co-host; author; frequently discusses craft and media; part of the Intentionally Blank team.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • S-Teir (S is for Stubad)

    I listen to this all the time. Can’t wait for the bracket t-shirts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Musicisajam
    United States18 days ago
  • Awesome

    They talk about nothing, but it’s so entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zachary Yellow
    United States24 days ago
  • Genuine Fun

    I’ve become an avid reader in my mid twenties after never really finishing a book. Brandon was the author that introduced my ADHD riddled brain to truly fantastical worlds and characters worth remembering. The discussions in this podcast are unserious, fun, and often give insight into why these authors are so amazing. They get me through my subway journey every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birds_Revenge
    United States3 months ago
  • Good takes, fun vibe

    Cringey but good fun. Best by far when they’re talking about movies, adaptations and media.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Walter Mitty Fan
    United States4 months ago
  • 🤓👍

    I enjoy listening to these with my parents during long car drives. My dad and I love Sanderson’s books and appreciate their commentary in the podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkJames1995
    United States5 months ago

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Fans often cite the show as a comforting, entertaining listen that blends personal life with creative discussion.
Listeners praise the duo's chemistry and friendship, calling the banter engaging and genuine.
Many appreciate the behind-the-scenes storytelling and craft insights for writers and creators.
Some fans enjoy the unpredictable, lighthearted topics and recurring food-heist bits, while a few wish for more topic-focused episodes.
A portion of feedback notes the show's offbeat humor and occasional drift into food discussions as a signature charm, though a minority prefer tighter topic focus.

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The Muppet Mistborn Movie — Intentionally Blank Ep. 248
Q: Did you like the Stranger Things seasons overall, and how did you feel about season two versus season one?
Both hosts compare the arcs, with season one praised as strong self-contained storytelling, while seasons two and beyond are discussed as potentially over-extending tropes, though opinions vary and there's interest in hearing more detailed takes.
The Art of Co-Authoring with Janci Patterson and Peter Orullian — Intentionally Blank Ep. 242
Q: What do you do to motivate yourselves when you don't have the motivation to write every day?
Setting small, achievable goals and providing rewards for completing them can help motivation.
The Art of Co-Authoring with Janci Patterson and Peter Orullian — Intentionally Blank Ep. 242
Q: When do you know when you're ready to do revisions?
It's important to write a book and if needed, write a second one while getting feedback before revising.
We took the US Citizenship Test... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 238
Q: What is the political party of the president right now?
Republican.
We took the US Citizenship Test... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 238
Q: What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
Freedom of Religion.

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What is Intentionally Blank about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A playful, long-running banter-driven show where two prolific writers dive into everything from food heists and pop culture to books, films, video games, and publishing workflows. The conversations mix personal anecdotes, craft insights, and candid opinions about movies, trilogies, AI implications in art, and the publishing industry, often orbiting around their shared fandoms and creative processes. Listeners likely appreciate the easygoing chemistry, irreverent humor, and thoughtful takes on storytelling, making it a good fit for fans of speculative fiction, media analyses, and behind-the-scenes looks at authorship. A notable edge is the duo's friendship shown through light, humorous exchanges and a willingness to explore offbeat topics wi... more

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2. Dan Wells
3. Tomi Adeyemi
4. Howard Lyon
5. Steve Argyle
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