Cosmere Conversations
Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva
Two lovers of the Cosmere explore the universe created by Brandon Sanderson with biweekly episodes discussing the intricacies of this literary masterpiece. Episodes begin with background information on the Cosmere itself and develop to be more specific regarding each world/novel. We explore the crossovers, magic systems, and characters in great detail. If you’re a fan of Sanderson, literature, epic stories, magic, and wild theorizing—this is the place for you. #AllSpoilers
Episodes
Mentioned books
May 14, 2024 • 58min
Episode 149: Storming Theories - Sunlit Man
Brooke and Tyler skip back to Canticle to discuss all the connections between the final Year of Sanderson project and the upcoming Stormlight Archive 5. The setting, the characters, the themes are all explored in depth while still finding time for some out-of-this-world speculation. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 4min
Episode 148: Storming Theories - Yumi
Yumi, linked to Nightmare Painter & Stormlight Archive, Midnight Essence power, Yoki-Hijo abilities, where is Virtuosity, deep dive into Cosmere magic, linguistic choices in storytelling, creativity through rituals, character analysis, spren bonding through art, awakened machines, yellow investiture significance
Apr 16, 2024 • 41min
Episode 147: Words of Brandon Vol. 8
Brooke and Tyler catch up with all the real-world happenings in the fandom. We discuss all we've learned about Isle of the Emberdark, the Words of Radiance Letherbound campaign, and review fan questions to Brandon. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 12min
Episode 146: Storming Theories - Tress ( feat. Jen Neal from Dragonsteel )
Brooke and Tyler invite Jennifer Neal, Creative Development at Dragonsteel, to join the podcast and discuss all the connections between Tress of the Emerald Sea and Stormlight Archive. In an effort to prepare ourselves for SA5 we'll be doing a look back at the Cosmere Secret Projects from 2023. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Mar 19, 2024 • 1h 29min
Episode 145: TSM - Cosmere Connections
Brooke and Tyler conclude the Sunlit Man book club by exploring all the off-world connections in the final secret project in the Year of Sanderson. Who are the Night Brigade and what is their mission? What are the Scadrians doing on Canticle? And are there some strange time-shenanigans going down in the Cosmere? #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 15min
Episode 144: TSM - The People of Canticle
Brooke and Tyler become nosy neighbors to investigate the new kids on the block living on the wild world of Canticle. Who are the Threnodites who've made this dangerous place their home? Finally, we try to answer the immense philosophical question of "when does a person become permanently connected to a place?" #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Feb 20, 2024 • 2h 4min
Episode 143: TSM - The Planet of Canticle
Brooke and Tyler dive deep into the core of Canticle in the longest episode ever. We question how the geography, the investiture, and the people all blend together to create the strangest planet in the Cosmere. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 37min
Episode 142: TSM - Nomad to Zellion
Brooke and Tyler skip along with Nomad on his journey through The Sunlit Man and discover his personal and spiritual arc to become Zellion. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Jan 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
Episode 141: TSM - Sigzil to Nomad
Brooke and Tyler return to The Sunlit Man in order to chart the progression of Sigzil on his journey to become Nomad. Who was he before, when did he hold a Dawnshard, and why is he skipping across the Cosmere? #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
Jan 9, 2024 • 56min
Episode 140: State of the Sanderson 2023
Brooke and Tyler are back in 2024 to discuss the State of the Sanderson. The conclusion of Secret Projects, reveal of Stormlight Archive title, a peek into Skyward Legacy, and a wonderful look forward at the year to come. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
