Big Dick Energy Loial's proclamation, "We are the heroes of today" rings true in the epic season 2 finale of The Wheel of Time. As harrowing events bring our Two Rivers folk full circle, the only thing you can bet on is that they will never be the same after Falme. Join Randland in our spoiler free discussion of , "What Was Meant To Be" as we breakdown that showstopper of a finale. If you have read the complete Wheel of Time book series, stay with us past 1:29:11 for full-on-spoilers a...

It kicks off with fishwives and a fatal foretelling and escalates as our beloved heroes move around the chess board in season's two penultimate episode "Daes Dae'Mar". Translating to "The Game of Houses" it turns out to be an apropos title as loyalties are tested; some will be broken, as others are rekindled. Join Randland as we navigate turbulent waters in Cairhien and Falme in this spoiler free review. If you're a book fan and have completed the series, stick around through 1:0...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 Episode 6, "Eyes Without Pity" is an apropos title as it takes us deeper into the dehumanizing logic of the Seanchan, and the disturbing power of the A'dam. Randland takes fans through a spoiler-free breakdown of this dramatic arc. From Egwene's resilience, to Loial's deep vocals, to Lan turning narc on Mo , there's a lot to dive into. If you're a book fan and have read the full series, stick around later (@1:18:30) for full-spoiler analysis and extra foretel...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 world expands as we learn more about the mysterious Seanchan in Episode 5, "Damane." From sinister collars, golden pacifiers, to some seriously intense manicures, the devil is in the details as we unpack the motives and culture s of the outsiders who have ensnared Ingtar, Loial, and Egwene. Beyond Falme, Liandrin takes a trip to Trader Joe's for some asparagus, as a suspicious Verin tries to ferret out schemes in the White Tower. Perrin makes some friend...

Join Randland for a spoiler free discussion of Amazon Prime's The Wheel of Time S2 Episode 4, "Daughter of the Night." Selene sweeps Rand off to her Kinslayer's cottage for some sexy time that tragically ends with the dragon reeling, "Oh no, my boner!"The Caihrien Library is open as Anvaere Damodred reads big sis Mo' for filth. Elyas gets bossy. Min struggles with internal and external demons. Alanna's family hosts the Gaiden at their 24/7 Buffet. Coachella Lan gets some warder-to-warder ther...

The Wheel of Time Season 2 builds suspense as Nynaeve enters the perilous Arches in her test to become an Accepted of the White Tower. Join Randland podcast for a spoiler free discussion of episode 3, "What Might Be" where we see Uno lose more than his eye, a peek at Daes De Mar, and Rand's burning lust set ablaze. Not to mention Perrin getting wolfy, and Mat finally starting a journey beyond his cell. Robert Jordan fans stick around until the end of the episode (1:05:00) for hot...

Collin, Zoe and Jay offer a spoiler free look into The Wheel of Time's sophomore season with Episode 2 "Strangers and Friends." Join us as we confer on warder woes, Dagger Daddy, Red Ajah Mommy and the ever foreboding Arches. From 40 first dates with Errol to the Daughter Heir and her "subjects", there's a plenty to parse as season 2 starts to simmer. If you're a book fan looking for spoiler-filled divulgences, stick around til 1:03:00 for an even deeper dive.

Collin, Zoe, and Jay return to discuss darkfriendery, fade fights, hard-knock novice lessons, warder feels and much more. We're diving into Season 2 of The Wheel of Time on Prime with an in depth review of episode 1 "A Taste of Solitude." Join us for hot takes on show improvements and a spoiler-free analysis of the season 2 premiere. If you're a book fan, stick around until the end of the episode (1:32:00) for spoiler-filled banter as we theorize what's still to come in this adaptation of Ro...

When exactly do sparks begin to fly? Just how long is a never-ending quest? How exactly does one call a fade? It’s all discussed here! In this episode we breakdown Amazon’s The Wheel Of Time Ep. 3 “A Place of Safety.” Opening with a spoiler-free recap and discussion, Jay & Collin highlight the peaks, valleys, strengths, and weaknesses of the episode before Zoë joins to transition the conversation to a spoiler-filled chat encompassing the entirety of the TV show season and book series.

Randland revisits episode two of The Wheel of Time TV show, "Shadow's Waiting" to see if their initial review and perspective has shifted upon rewatching. Amyrlin Jay and M'hael breakdown a spoiler free recap of the episode. Later they're joined by Tigraine for a spoiler filled discussion, dishing on episode highlights and grievances from a book fan POV. In short, Trollocs can't swim. Fades are hott. Two River's kids sure can sing. Rand coughs up bats but still has the vocal strength to chal...

Randland returns to the beginning of the television season with a breakdown and deep dive into Episode 1: Leavetaking. The first half of this podcast episode is a spoiler-free chat examining all of the elements that setup our journey forward this season, followed by a spoiler-filled conversation that looks at the larger picture of how this early episode gives us clues about where the show may be headed.

Since the TV premiere of The Wheel of Time, book purists have vocalized their ardent criticism proclaiming, "Those aren't the characters I know and adore!" In contrast, fans worldwide are falling in love with the adaptation that has become the #1 streamed show of 2021. Join Randland as they attempt to reconcile these polarize opinions by giving a fair and in-depth analysis. Get ready for some heated debated between M'Hael, Tigraine, and Amyrlin Jay, as they compare and cont...

Randland convenes to discuss the broader strokes of the Wheel of Time narrative and how the television adaptation has tackled some of these themes. We examine the contrasts between the two media properties, citing the impact of the Wheel, the handling of sex and gender representation, and even the tone of the storytelling. An analysis of the narrative focal shift of the television show sheds light on the production’s use of world building to set up impactful moments in future seasons. Warnin...

There are no endings to the turning of the Wheel, but it was an ending to Season 1 of The Wheel of Time on Amazon. Join the M'Hael, Amyrlin, and Tigraine for a wild discussion of Episode 8, "The Eye of the World." From Barney Harris's abrupt departure, to the numerous obstacles presented by Covid-19, there were no shortage of challenges for Rafe and the team as they tried their best to wrap up the premiere season of this long-awaited adaptation. Kicking it off with a spoiler-fre...

M'hael leads us through "The Dark Along the Ways " in this Spoiler-Free breakdown of The Wheel of Time series, Episode 7. From that mind blowing Cold Open, to Machin Chin's sexy Alexa voice, to Lan's framily and the drama that is " Pegwene" (!) there is a lot to dive into. Not to mention the penultimate episode's epic reveal of the mother-loving DRAGON REBORN! Stay tuned for the second segment of our podcast where Tigraine of Time, Blood Snow-Warrior Queen herself, graces us with...

"If Wisdom is the title you claim, I suggest you start using some" "On your Knees" "The strongest channeler we've seen in 1000 years." "Mat!" A massive amount of intrigue to unpack in Episode 6 of The Wheel of Time series, and M'hael Collin + Amyrlin Jay cannot wait to break it down for you! Join us for the first hour of the show as we bring you a full SPOILER-FREE episode breakdown. "The Flame of Tar Valon" is rife with showdowns between the most dangerous women in the wo...

Randland dives into the first Wheel of Time episode directed by Salli-Richardson Whitfield, Episode 5, "Blood Calls Blood." Collin and Jay take you through a SPOILER-FREE breakdown, covering all the important details from our first vista of Tar Valon, to meeting Loial the Ogier, to the palpable sexual history between Liandrin and Moiraine. Stick around, or skip ahead to 1:34:03 for FULL SPOILER speculation with Tigraine and Jay, who have quite a lot to debate this week! Theories ...

M'Hael Collin and Amyrlin Jay give a detailed SPOILER FREE episode 4 breakdown, analyzing each scene, touching on critical reviews, and discussing film craft and visual effects in Amazon's Wheel of Time series. Dragonsworn stay tuned! In the second portion of the episode Randland is joined by Tigraine, Queen of Twitter of Time, as we dive into full-on-book-nerd-SPOILER-FILLED-MAYHEM (full series spoilers)! Tigraine also spotlights fan tweets to spark further discussion, and gauge the e...

Randland Season Three is finally here, as is Amazon's long-awaited television adaptation! M'Hael Collin, Amyrlin Jay, and Tigraine of Twitter of Time got together on November 18th in Los Angeles, to watch the premiere of Episodes 1 through 3 of Amazon's The Wheel of Time series. Have a listen to our live, unedited, off-the-cuff reactions recorded immediately after our first watch of each episode. Moving forward look for Randland Podcast tapings weekly on Tuesdays, where we will share spoile...

It's Randland's final episode before the release of the Amazon on Prime TV show! Listen in as we discuss some of the more recent casting and directorial news for The Wheel of Time on Prime: Season 2 before giving our thoughts on the promotional footage and engagement we've seen thus far from the show's PR team. We end with a Cleansing by divulging our pre-viewing fears and unexpected delights regarding everyone's new favorite fantasy series dropping in less than a month!