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The Wheel Weaves Podcast: A Wheel of Time Podcast

Dani and Brett
Towers Of Midnight
The Wheel Of Time
The Gathering Storm
Rand Al'thor
A Memory Of Light
Wheel Of Time
Rand
Trollocs
Aes Sedai
Egwene
Perrin Aybara
Perrin
Elaine
Forsaken
Matt
Gawain
Egwene Al'vere
The Towers Of Midnight
Last Battle
Robert Jordan

Welcome to The Wheel Weaves Podcast!!The Wheel Weaves is a Wheel of Time podcast suitable for first time readers. Join Dani and Brett as they journey into the series for chapter analysis, character break-downs, and (probably wrong) predictions - all from the perspective of a WoT First Time Reader. Guided by Brett, the long-time super fan, Dani reads through the series knowing absolutely nothing! N... more

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Delusions of Grendel
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Feather and Mountain Podcast
Episode: Ep. 1313 - ToM Ch. 16: Shanna'har & Ch. 17: Partings, and a Meeting w/ Special Guest - Delusions of Graendal
Matt Hatch
Host of The Dusty Wheel
The Dusty Wheel
Episode: Ep. 1135 - KoD Book Recap and Review Feat. Excerpts from Maria Simons and Matt Hatch
Maria Simons
Continuity editor for the Wheel of Time series
Robert Jordan's Team
Episode: Ep. 1135 - KoD Book Recap and Review Feat. Excerpts from Maria Simons and Matt Hatch

Hosts

Dani
Dani, host and first-time reader guiding the journey through each chapter with curiosity, humor, and keen observations.
Brett
Brett, co-host and longtime fan who guides discussions with enthusiasm, deep knowledge of the series, and a knack for keeping conversations engaging.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Fun

    They are fun to listen to. They pronounce all the names wrong, but other than that…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    T-uk
    United States23 days ago
  • Awesome

    A great recap and reread - worth listening to for a new reader as you’ll get a lot more from the text or even for those who have read the series multiple times as it’s so much fun to see some experiencing all of WoT for the first time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomis313
    Australiaa month ago
  • Dark Dani

    Started listening to Dani and Brett’s FoH season. Is it just me or does Dani like the darkness in things/people? From the earlier books: Dagger-possessed Mat - Lanfear - slaveholder Seanchans. Now, she doesn’t like Siuan because she’s not flexible. Loves the usurper Elaida, who Fain (another dark person Dani admires for being “flexible”) literally says cannot bend so she must break (hypocrisy much?). Then Graendal, who literally thinks so little of other humans that she uses them as furniture. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cello.bello
    United States3 months ago
  • #1

    Half the reason I listen is for Dani’s maniacal laugh. The other half is for how thorough and helpful this podcast is for reminders and explanations. It’s the simply the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustSparrow
    United States3 months ago
  • Best use of map and laser pointer in a pod

    10 out of 10. Best (and most enthusiastic) use of maps and laser pointer in an audio medium. Please keep it up.

    Great discussion and banter and spoiler free at a reasonable pace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I listening to Many Podcasts
    United States4 months ago

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The show is praised for its balance of humor and deep dive into chapters, offering spoiler-free discussions that help new readers understand dense material.
Many reviews mention the podcast as a reliable and entertaining companion for reading the series, with loyal fans recommending it for ongoing engagement and community.
Some criticisms focus on perceived biases in commentary or moments when the hosts' banter overshadows the analysis, but overall feedback remains positive and supportive.
Listeners frequently highlight the hosts' dynamic chemistry and the way Brett's enthusiasm pairs well with Dani's fresh perspective.

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#118
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#191
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#230
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#47
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#82
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#94
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 1345 - ToM Ch. 52: Boots
Q: When are we getting to the Fireworks Factory?
It's tomorrow this book or is tomorrow next book?
Ep. 1327 - ToM Ch. 32: A Storm of Light
Q: How is Rand's mental state affecting his responsibilities?
Rand is working through his emotions, acknowledging that while he has the right to feel anger, he must be careful not to let those feelings dictate his actions, especially when it comes to fighting battles against the Dark One.
Ep. 1327 - ToM Ch. 32: A Storm of Light
Q: What happened during the Battle of Maradon?
Rand utilized immense power to combat the Shadow Spawn and ultimately turned the tide of the battle, showing his growth and importance in the ongoing conflict.
Ep. 1210 - TGS Ch. 11: The Death of Adrin
Q: What do you think of Rand's plan to kidnap the merchant chiefs?
Avienda states that it's a good plan, but it's perceived poorly and should have been communicated differently.
Ep. 1203 - TGS Ch. 1: Tears from Steel
Q: So what do we know about the wind in this chapter?
Brett highlights that they discuss the wind rising in many significant locations throughout the series.

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A lively two-host show that guides listeners through a long-running fantasy series chapter by chapter, balancing thorough scene breakdowns with humor and spoiler-free discussion. The dynamic centers on a long-time fan co-host pairing with a first-time reader, creating contrasts between deep lore, plot twists, and character relationships while keeping pacing accessible for newcomers. Across episodes, the hosts explore themes like leadership, prophecy, strategy in war, and the ethics of power, all while weaving in entertaining anecdotes, pop culture references, and personal banter that keeps the dialogue approachable for a broad audience. A standout feature is the balance between (spoiler-aware) insights for new readers and the hosts' shared ... more

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