Avatar: Braving the Elements

Who are the voices of Pavi and Nisha, the mysterious leads of Avatar: Seven Havens? Allow us to introduce you to Saheli Khan and Aishu Devan! Now that the twin Avatars' secret is revealed, Saheli and Aishu can finally share how excited they are to be the stars of the all-new Avatar show! This is Seven Havens Episode 2: Into the Storm!

It's the first new Avatar series in 14 years, and it's a MYSTERY show! Co-executive producer Sehaj Sethi, executive producer Ethan Spaulding, and executive producer and co-creator of the Avatarverse Mike DiMartino come together to discuss what it's like to create a series where everything we know about the world of Avatar has changed. We also review the definition of the word "haven," just in case you didn't know and were too afraid to ask! PLUS- stay tuned for BREAKING NEWS in the Avatarverse about a brand-new upcoming project! There's so much more on the horizon in our episode about the Avatar: Seven Havens series premiere, On the Horizon!

Crafting the vision for an animated feature film is no small task. Production designer Jake Panian and art director Aaron Loftis discuss the complex process of bringing the Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie to life with a painterly aesthetic mixing 2D and 3D animated elements!

We're finally able to talk about the Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie! Janet and Dante reunite with Avatar creators Mike DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko along with the film's director Lauren Montgomery to discuss what it was like to develop an Avatar project of this scale. How is making an 85 minute film different from creating a season of television? And how did they find the version of the story with the strongest emotional journey for Aang?

A new Avatar legend begins with the official companion podcast Avatar: Braving the Elements. Join hosts Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (the voice of Prince Zuko) each week as they watch brand-new episodes of the all new series Avatar: Seven Havens! They'll also be breaking down the new Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie, and revisiting The Legend of Korra Book 3: Change. Get ready to meet the voices behind new Avatar characters for the very first time, as well as hear from the creative team that helps bring these stories to life. Don't miss the biggest season yet of Avatar: Braving the Elements!

In this season finale of Braving the Elements, hosts Janet and Dante team up with Avatar Studios insiders Isabella Boettcher and Joan Hilty for an unforgettable deep dive into the Avatarverse. Together, they explore the rich storytelling that spans across animation, comics, novels, and games, revealing how every piece connects to the larger world fans love.

The conversation touches on everything from the emotional highs and heartbreaks of The Legend of Korra to the darker, more complex narratives in the Kyoshi and Yangchen novels. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes insights on how creators keep the lore consistent while expanding the universe through new mediums like tabletop RPGs, Magic: The Gathering, and major gaming collaborations with Fortnite and Overwatch. Plus, there’s an exciting tease about the upcoming series Seven Havens and what it could mean for the future of the Avatar timeline.

Watch the video version on the official Avatar Legends YouTube Channel for even more reactions and insights!

The stakes couldn’t be higher in The Legend of Korra Book Two finale, and the world will never be the same. Hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco sit down with Adrian LaTourelle, the voice behind Unalaq, to break down the shocking decision that changed the Avatarverse forever. Adrian shares what it was like to voice a character who begins as Korra’s spiritual guide and transforms into one of the franchise’s most chilling villains.

From the rise of the Dark Avatar and the epic showdown with Vaatu to Korra’s bold choice to leave the spirit portals open, this conversation dives deep into the philosophy, the drama, and the behind-the-scenes stories that make this finale one of the most talked-about moments in Avatar history. Adrian shares behind-the-scenes stories from the recording booth, reflections on acting technique, and insights into why Unalaq’s teachings still echo through Korra’s journey.

If you’ve ever wondered what makes a villain terrifying, how the Avatar balances light and dark, or why this finale redefined the role of the Avatar, this is the episode you can’t miss. Join the fun and react to the season finale discussion in this episode on the official Avatar YouTube Channel!

Actor and filmmaker Devery Jacobs (Reservation Dogs) joins Janet Varney and Dante Basco to break down one of the most intense episodes in The Legend of Korra: “Darkness Falls.” This is the moment everything changes—Unalaq’s plan to merge with the dark spirit Vaatu threatens to create something the Avatar world has never seen before: a Dark Avatar.

Together, they explore what this twist means for Korra, the Avatar cycle, and the balance between light and darkness. From the emotional weight of Korra’s battle at the Tree of Time to the eerie Valley of Lost Souls and the heartbreaking loss of her connection to past Avatars, the conversation dives deep into why this episode hits so hard.

There’s plenty of fun too—like Bolin’s unexpected romantic confession and the ongoing debate over badgermoles versus flying bison—but at its core, this discussion asks big questions: What happens when darkness wins? And what does that say about balance in the Avatar world?

Will light prevail—or has the age of the Dark Avatar begun? Watch the video version on the official Avatar Legends YouTube Channel for even more reactions and insights!

Harmonic Convergence has arrived, and the fate of the Avatar world hangs in the balance. In this episode of Braving the Elements, hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco sit down with Alex McKenna, the voice of Senna—Korra’s mom—to explore one of the most pivotal moments in The Legend of Korra: Unalaq’s shocking plan to fuse with Vaatu and create a Dark Avatar.

Alex shares behind-the-scenes stories from recording sessions and her thoughts on Korra’s family dynamics and the fandom’s favorite ship, Korrasami. The conversation dives into why Harmonic Convergence changes everything, the philosophy of balance between light and dark, and what it truly means to be the Avatar when darkness rises. Along the way, we celebrate Naga’s fierce loyalty, Bumi’s unexpected heroics, and the emotional stakes that make this episode unforgettable.

Join the fun and react to the stunning action featured in this episode on the official Avatar YouTube Channel!

What happens when Bolin goes from movie star to real-life hero? In Night of a Thousand Stars, the Nuktuk premiere turns into chaos, President Raiko’s life is on the line, and Bolin delivers the twist no one saw coming. Hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco sit down with writer Josh Hamilton to spill the secrets behind this fan-favorite episode of The Legend of Korra. From Varrick's jaw-dropping scheme and Bolin’s epic fight to the shocking kiss that reignites Korra’s love triangle, this conversation dives deep into the drama, the laughs, and the behind-the-scenes stories that made this chapter unforgettable. If you thought you knew everything about Bolin’s big moment, think again—this episode will change how you see Book Two forever.

And if you’d like to join Janet, Dante and their guest(s) as they react to some amazing action, check out the video version of this episode on the official Avatar Legends YouTube Channel!