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Wheel Takes

An irreverent journey through Robert Jordan"s THE WHEEL OF TIME, hosted by Gus (who has read the whole series) and Ali (who has not). New episodes weekly!

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123:07

TEOTW REDUX (Ch12-13): Who's Afraid of the Nipple Girl?

Wheel Takes ·

2021/03/12

In this week's TEOTW Redux Episode, Ali and Gus ponder of the relative merits and demerits of Moiraine's style of leadership and persuasion; Egwene makes an exciting new discovery but Rand's not happy about it; a small craft capsizes; and Ali is convinced that there is heavy flirting.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 12 and 13 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The NEW READER portion of this episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 13 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The SPOILER portion of this episode may

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118:30

tFoH (Ch8-10): Alabamelayne

Wheel Takes ·

2021/03/10

In this week's episode, Elayne acts really really goddamn weird towards Thom and Ali hates everything about it; Nynaeve continues her endless struggle against rapid transit; the girls try the hot new drink in town; and the background level of Whitecloaks continues to increase.Join us and Alan from THE WHEEL READS on YouTube TOMORROW at 6PM Pacific for Grinwell Cup after-the-action discussion! https://youtu.be/_03Wgjto8oUDon't forget also that The Grinwell Cup is ongoing at

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128:51

tFoH (Ch6-7): Someone Needs to Check on Avendesora

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2021/03/03

In this week's episode, Ali continues to whipsaw on her opinions on Rand and Moiraine; Mat's tryst is rudely interrupted by some most unkind canines; Egwene has a pretty terrible read on her friend's feelings; and Moiraine is, apparently, acting unlike herself.Dani of THE WHEEL WEAVES PODCAST is joining us THURSDAY 3/4, 7PM Pacific / 10PM Eastern: to discuss the past week's action in THE GRINWELL CUP! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/a-YlCnOnowQDon't forget also that The Grinwell Cup is ongoing

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73:45

TEOTW REDUX (Ch10-11): A Man Who Is a Bat

Wheel Takes ·

2021/02/27

In this week's TEOTW Redux episode, Ali and Gus waffle over which of Moiraine's new charges is acting wisely and which is acting the fool; Thom and Egwene are masters of disguise, or maybe Perrin just doesn't know how to secure a perimeter; Bela proves her mettle; and a DC Superhero makes his Wheel of Time debut.THE POST CREDITS CLIPS CONTAIN MILD SPOILERS THROUGH BOOK FIVE~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 10 and 11 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The NEW READER portion of this episode contains

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131:15

tFoH (Ch4-5): A Sorority, but With Spears

Wheel Takes ·

2021/02/24

In this week's episode, Ali reveals a dramatic evolution in her opinion on a certain character; Rand is surrounded by folks who want something from him, while his own goals are fairly straightforward; everyone is giving gifts to one another; and Aviendha is befuddled beyond belief. THE GRINWELL CUP STARTS SOON!!! Keep an eye on our twitter for more information!~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 4 and 5 of THE FIRES OF HEAVEN.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 5 of THE FIRES OF

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111:15

tFoH (Ch2-3): The Oosquai Squat

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2021/02/17

In this week's episode, Ali and Gus endure a great deal of recapping exposition; Rand doubles and triples down on his distrust of Moiraine, but does demonstrate a better understanding of the nuances of Aiel culture; some unexpected memories start surfacing for more than one character; and Mat gets more than he bargained for, but not in a bad way.Check out Katherine's AMAZING prediction tracker here: https://bit.ly/37cyadlJak o'the Shadows cover here (MINOR LORD OF CHAOS SPOILERS):

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100:59

TEOTW REDUX (Ch8-9): The Fast and the Furious -...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/02/15

In this week's TEOTW Redux episode, Ali and Gus are overjoyed to see Moiraine prove her effectiveness to the villagers once again, only to be dismayed by their egregious rebuttals; Lan has an objective and doesn't like things that get in his way; Rand continues to struggle with his identity; and Moiraine tells the longest story of all time.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 8 and 9 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The NEW READER portion of this episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 9 of THE

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177:05

tFoH (Prol-Ch1): Gareth "Zaddy" Bryne

Wheel Takes ·

2021/02/03

In this week's episode, Ali and Gus dive headfirst into The Fires of Heaven to find that Ali's joking prediction about the first line was absolutely correct; a curvaceous character with questionable morals is introduced; Danelle continues to drive Ali up the wall; Morgase isn't acting like herself; and Siuan, Bryne, Logain and Leane form a fleet in Ali's mind.(Please note: in suggesting that Graendal might have a "Scarlett Johansson"-like physical appearance, we are not suggesting that Scarlett

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104:26

TEOTW REDUX (Ch6-7): Cloak Dudes, Green Men, and...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/30

In this week's episode, Ali and Gus discuss boilerplate fantasy tropes; Rand learns some unpleasant and unwelcome information; Nynaeve reaches her limit; and Moiraine and Lan are revealed to be a little more mysterious than the Two Rivers folk had thought.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 6 and 7 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The NEW READER portion of this episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 7 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The SPOILER portion of this episode may contain SPOILERS through

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131:48

tSR Finale Part 3 (The Waste): They're Smuggling...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/27

In today's episode, Ali and Gus raise their eyebrows at the Shaido's faulty logic; Couladin displays his utter failure to live up to Gaul's standard; Rand raises the roof (and a few other things); Lanfear gives someone a present; and Moiraine, once again, is left out in the cold.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 57 and 58 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out our FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM and TWITTER.Check out our Patreon at

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108:46

tSR Finale Part 2 (Two Rivers): Do Not Ever F*ck With...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/26

In today's episode, Ali and Gus finally lay to rest the definition of "phalanx"; Dain Bornhald finds that what he thought was rock bottom was actually about as high as he was gonna get; Perrin underestimates his spouse; and Ali needs to take a break after Perrin and Faile gallop away.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapter 56 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out our FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM and TWITTER.Come hang out with us on

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114:18

tSR Finale Part 1 (Tanchico): Good Lord Moggy This...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/25

In today's episode, Ali and Gus raise their eyebrows at the durability of Elayne's feet; Nynaeve makes some false equivalencies, but she also comes to terms with the nature of a certain friendship; Moghedien does not advance the cause of feminism; and Bayle Domon and Egeanin continue to trade glances.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 54 and 55 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through THE END of THE SHADOW RISING.ERRATA: The cook was likely upset with Elayne for bowing

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121:01

Ranking The Forsaken

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/24

As voted on by our Patrons, we are thrilled to present to you Ali's current ranking of the Forsaken! Today, we'll go through each of the Forsaken and judge them based on four pieces of criteria: How have their actions furthered the cause of the Shadow thus far?What potential do they (or their actions) have of causing further harm?How cool is the name they picked for themself?What would they order to drink at a bar? From these rigorous and scholarly and not at all silly questions, we come up with

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172:18

tSR (Ch51-53): What Are You Doing, Step-Wisdom?

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/21

In today's episode, Nynaeve makes an unpleasant discovery about a seeming friend; Bayle Domon sees more than he expects, and Egeanin doesn't mind as much as she thought she might; an Austrian intercedes; and Perrin and Faile make some promises to one another.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 51, 52, and 53 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 53 of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out our FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM and TWITTER.Check out our Patreon at

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130:48

tSR (Ch48-50): A Bull in a Cultural China Shop

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/18

In today's episode, Ali and Gus are running out of patience for Rand's attention span almost as quickly as Aviendha is; Couladin tries some shit, but it doesn't work out for him; Moiraine garrotes the vibe; an unwelcome delegation comes to Cold Rocks Hold; and Lanfear finds a way to get even closer to Rand.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 48, 49 and 50 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 50 of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out our FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM and

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121:20

TEOTW REDUX (Ch4-5): Master Bard

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/15

In this episode, Ali and Gus watch a staredown between two folks who seem to have a better idea of what's going on than the rest of the crew; juggling is in vogue; Tam has but a scratch; and Narg Smart.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 4 and 5 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The NEW READER portion of this episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 5 of THE EYE OF THE WORLD.The SPOILER portion of this episode may contain SPOILERS through Chapter 5 of THE FIRES OF HEAVENThe spoiler portion of this

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127:27

tSR (Ch47): This Is the Worst Day of My Life

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/13

In today's episode, Ali and Gus are devastated by the desecration of a revered and long-respected position of leadership and the heinous invasion of the physical grounds thereof, and fear for the future of said institution as it led by one who foments further dissent; one of Ali's former friends turns forever foe; Siuan and Leane get involuntary Botox; and a new squad sets out.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapter 47 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 47 of

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101:39

tSR (Ch45-46): You Can't Say That Any More, Grandpa

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/11

In today's episode, Ali and Gus are saddened but not surprised by the plight of the Tinkers; Perrin gets a crash course in administration and leadership; Aram makes a swift about-face in his life choices, and Ali is thrilled; Elayne doesn't understand how gravity works; Nynaeve makes a new friend; and an unsettling new face goes unremembered.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 45 and 46 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 46 of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out

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113:08

The Straw Haired Chits Discuss the Badass Women of...

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/08

Welcome to an extra-special collaboration featuring Lesley of STUCK ON ARRAKIS and Aradia of WOT SPOILERS and BEYOND EARTH SPOILERS! Today, the Straw Haired Chits are picking up where we left off on Malkier Talks' WOTaHoliday stream (podcast version here) as we discuss the relative strengths and merits of the badass women of the Wheel of Time. Our completely arbitrary system of discourse as we debate how much of a "strong female character" each person is revolves around four points: Does this

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67:19

tSR (Ch43-44): A Good Old-Fashioned Stick-Biting

Wheel Takes ·

2021/01/06

In today's episode, Ali and Gus struggle against Perrin's insistence that he take responsibility for everything that goes wrong and nothing that goes right; Alanna performs some major healthcare stuff; Faile learns a new trick from Marin; and the Trollocs lead their first raid on Emond's Field.~~~Material covered in this episode: Chapters 43 and 44 of THE SHADOW RISING.This episode contains SPOILERS through Chapter 44 of THE SHADOW RISING.~~~Check out our FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM and TWITTER.Check out

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