Cosmere Conversations

By 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 o... more

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The podcast currently has 196 episodes available.

Cosmere Conversations episodes:

February 17, 2026 Episode 196: Adolin the Unoathed
Brooke and Tyler join Adolin Kholin on the front lines in Azimir to recap his story in Wind and Truth. How has his relationship with Maya changed what we know about bonds, what does it truly mean to be Unoathed, and how will Adolin's promising philosophy develop in the second half of the Stormlight Archive. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 10min
February 03, 2026 Episode 195: Making Mistborn ( feat. Paladin Creative )
Brooke and Tyler are joined by Brandon and Monika Finn of Paladin Creative and creators of the Worldhopper Ball 2025! Down your metal vials and put on your copperminds to prepare for a behind-the-scenes look at how the Mistborn Worldhopper Ball was made. We discuss how the show went from idea to reality, the difficulty of building in the Grand Ballroom, and how the cast and show team put on the biggest party ever at Dragonsteel Nexus. #AllSpoilers
All episodes are available on Youtube and feature the work of Cosmere artists. However, this episode has additional exclusive footage and images from Paladin Creative and the Worldhopper Ball. Available here
The Client: @DragonsteelBooks @BrandSanderson

Event Production & Design: @paladincreative
The Cast
Kelsier: @kaleogriffith
Hoid: @jacksondauthor
Vin: @ryannrinabailey
Elend Venture: @jacksupertoast
Sazed: @danor.gerald
Shan Elariel: @withsincerity_emilywhitcomb
Steel Ministry: @Michael.carrasco.771, @christianljohnston, @cschneider19, @valoramaccallum
Aerialists
Vin: @sophiaisdunn
Shan Elariel: @mooolyka
Hazekillers: @ambiwextrous, @megz.aerialist, @lostboy_33, @pkhiggie, @maverick_roskelley
Ballroom Dancers
Ballroom Teachers: @ballroom.hair.by.megan and @meaux_dance
Ballroom Dancers: @officialsavannahcarrasco , @b_kex, @sabrinabezzant_dance, @tristan_meaux, @danika_elisabeth, @rachel_le_brooks, @a.v.o.n.l.e.y @thesweetstitches, @nichelleaiden, Jason Brooks, and Ben Wear
Musical Performances
String Quartet: @themaywoodsq
DJ IRONEYES: @djironeyes

Production Team: @brandontfinn, @sseligson, @unikemonike @octavia.calm, Sam McCracken
Design Team: @abbeyyyymarie, @brandontfinn, @unikemonike, @lifeaskennyofficial
Food & Beverage: @jocelyngillies, Alex Locke
Lighting: @lightenup_inc, Brian Kim
Audio/Visual: @losangelesav
Drapery: @positiveeventdesign
Onsite Support: @goinspo, @the_stephanie_lee, @wesleychambers_

Show Team: @denios225 , @tasha.lucia.18 , @untidycreativemind
Costumes - Vin, Elend, Shan Elariel: @valentine.bridal
Costumes - Kelsier, Hoid, Sazed, Steel Ministry: @jesse.thaxton
Leather Accessories: @locke_leather1990
Photography: @juliastocktonphoto
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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4h 3min
January 27, 2026 Episode 194: Nexus Panel | Dragons in the Cosmere
Brooke and Tyler spread their draconic wings and fly through the past, present, and future of Dragons in the Cosmere! Joined by Dylan from Cosmere Horizons Youtube channel and Rachel from the Sanderson Collectors Guild; we discuss the dragon characters, powers / abilities, and motivations before eventually getting into the most wild theories in all of Fantasy. #AllSpoilers
The majority of this episode was recorded live at Dragonsteel Nexus 2025. Audio quality is different from normal. After the panel was over we took questions from fans and answered those in more depth. This section begins at 1h15m00s.
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 43min
January 20, 2026 Episode 193: Kaladin and the Wind
Brooke and Tyler soar through the skies as we discuss the journey and character arc of Kaladin Stormblessed in Wind and Truth. Many aspects of the deep Roshar lore are wrapped up in Kaladin's story from his moniker of Son of Tanavast to the new mantle he takes at the end of the story. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 16min
January 13, 2026 Episode 192: Nexus Panel | Villains of the Cosmere
Brooke and Tyler ask who is Evil and who is Hot among the Cosmere villains! Joined by Jaden Feddock from the Next Chapter Youtube channel, Priscilla Spencer from Dragonsteel, and Seth Tye aka the.cosmere.academy; we discuss the intricacies of what it means to be a villain and who may be redeemable. #AllSpoilers
The majority of this episode was recorded live at Dragonsteel Nexus 2025. Audio quality is different from normal. After the panel was over we took questions from fans and answered those in more depth. This section begins at 1h02m07s.
Follow Seth on socials at the.cosmere.academy
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Follow Marty and Jaden at Next Chapter Youtube
Results and Raw Data from the Evil v. Hot polling
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 14min
January 06, 2026 Episode 191: State of the Sanderson 2025
Brooke and Tyler discuss the State of the Sanderson released on Koloss Head Munching Day. As Brandon looks forward at 2026, we glance over his shoulder at what's to come for the Cosmere and the podcast. #AllSpoilers
You can read the full State of the Sanderson at this link.
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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39min
January 05, 2026 Episode 190: Nexus Panel | Stormlight Arc 2 Theorizing
Brooke and Tyler take the attendees of Dragonsteel Nexus aboard the theory train! Joined by Jaden Feddock and Marty Vaughn from the Next Chapter Youtube channel and Hayden Gray from the Fantasy Fan Fellas to present our favorite theories and speculation for the second half of the Stormlight Archive. #AllSpoilers
The majority of this episode was recorded live at Dragonsteel Nexus 2025. Audio quality is different from normal. After the panel was over we took questions from fans and answered those in more depth. This section begins at 1h09m15s.
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 57min
December 16, 2025 Episode 189: Dragonsteel Nexus 2025 Recap
Brooke and Tyler recap their experiences at DSnx25. We cover the panels, the exhibits, Brandon's Spoiler Q&A, the astounding Worldhopper Ball, and tour through the different areas of the convention center where we spent an astonishing few days at Nexus. #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 37min
December 02, 2025 Episode 188: Reality According to Shallan
Brooke and Tyler wonder and worry about Roshar's scarlet-headed radiant. How did Shallan's actions in Wind and Truth impact the broader narrative? What will happen to her in the second half? Which of her powers and combinations make up the strange abilities of one of the Cosmere's most intriguing characters? #AllSpoilers
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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1h 24min
November 28, 2025 Episode 187: SPECIAL Part 2: Cosmere Celebrity RPG One-Shot | The Cost of War
Your favorite content creators are dropped straight into the heart of the Cosmere: an Emuli battlefield on Roshar, set shortly before the events of Rhythm of War.
Charged with delivering critical intel to Jasnah Kholin, six strangers must cut a path through the chaos of war as Odium’s Singers clash with Coalition forces. To reach their goal, they will descend into hidden tunnels, face nightmares on the front lines, and make choices that could save thousands… or cost more than any of them are willing to pay.
This is part two! Listen to the first half here
This episode is an audio version of a filmed event that can be watched on youtube here.
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Game Master - Tyler ( @CosmereConvo )
Tuna - @EdgedancingThroughLife

Ashana - @Stormlight_Memes

Deraz - @cosmerejunkie7931

Naco - @jacksupertoast

Yalvta - @Bookborn

Relio - Ross Leiser from @BrotherwiseGames
‘The Cost of War’ was written by Tyler Shotwell with inspiration from the film 1917 by Sam Mendes.
This episode features music by The Black Piper, used with permission for promotional purposes. Music by The Black Piper can be found on all major platforms. For more information about The Black Piper and their music, visit theblackpiper.com.
This episode features maps directly from Forgotten Adventures or created with assets from the Forgotten Adventures team by supporting them on Patreon. Find out more by visiting https://www.forgotten-adventures.net
Artwork was (amazingly) done by - Madi VanDoren ( @madivandoren )
Intro/Outro music is A Motivating Story by - EVGENY (Crab_Audio)
"Soldier, King, Honor" written by - Krishna Patel with vocals by Brooke Shotwell
Editing and Production by - Tyler ( @CosmereConvo )
Socials managed by - Krishna and Cate (check them out here: https://linktr.ee/ShardOfOpportunity)
Intro of Players and Characters - 0:00 - 14:00
A Storm Brings Warning - 14:01 - 36:10
Show Off Those Talents - 36:11 - 1:51:52
The Battlefield Before You - 1:51:53 - 2:16:15
Tunnel Endeavor - 2:16:16 - 2:29:15
A Trench of Marble - 2:29:16 - 2:43:29
The Burning Village - 2:29:30 - 4:39:02
One Who Sings and Soars - 4:39:03 - 4:54:30
Convincing the Elsecaller - 4:54:31 - 5:35:38
Our heroes Say Goodbye - 5:35:39 - 5:49:30
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Original music by David Gruwier. "Radiant" by David Gruwier.
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3h 7min

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