Sandersonian Institute Of Cosmere Studies

#CosmereSpoilers Happy New Year to all, but perhaps more importantly, Happy Koloss Head-Munching Day! On December 19, Brandon Sanderson posted his annual State of the Sanderson blog post, and we're here to talk about every little bit of it! Plus, in BrandonWatch 2019, we check in on Brandon's social media as, during the recording of this episode, he was in the middle of a 12-hour writing marathon to complete the first draft of Stormlight 4! (Apparently he experiences the Brandon Avalanche the same way we do!) So join us for a packed episode at year's end, because we're excited to share it all with you! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n0Y9dm5mzK7_WJbGwbtJFm2E_DMuwMVW5UU63qeVqQw/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your que

#CosmereSpoilers The Amy Takeover is at hand! Okay, not really, but Amy's taking the lead in this episode as the SICS crew explores several of the romantic relationships across the Cosmere and discusses how Brandon Sanderson has evolved his writing style regarding romance over the years. Join us as we talk about power couples, Skyping with "magic glowy balls," and other "tales as old as time." You're gonna... love it! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m1PC2yicrpFasOzEcyLukOq6rZUlNAo-vBbIGmW6K3Y/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetche

#CosmereSpoilers Let's take a peek into the future! In this episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies, join Bill, Amy, and Jordan as we discuss the Chapter 1 preview of Rhythm of War that Brandon Sanderson sent out in his November newsletter. We've still got another year until Book 4 in The Stormlight Archive is released, but this preview's got us excited! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ee990cXH-xj_t0kqXmxXUapwYGH_PY30IM3TkV58Pc8/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetched, or anything else you may have to say about Br

#CosmereSpoilers And now, for our very first episode where we aren't just reviewing a book! We are doing an autopsy on the scene where Kelsier takes on the Steel Inquisitor! It's Jordan's favorite scene in all of the Cosmere and we are going to burn some tin and examine the ash out of this scene! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EXzxfKydbAgzN53RfE5hBsmjQ-RFgYmZuk6gnX8XzqI/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetched, or anything else you may have to say about Brandon Sanderson's work. ___ Follow us at www.twitch.tv/innkeeperstable for o

#CosmereSpoilers And finally, almost a year and a half since we started, we've made our way through all the major works of the Cosmere! (Hush, Jordan!) Today, we discuss the latest piece that Brandon Sanderson has published within the Cosmere, Volume 3 of his graphic novel, White Sand. We explore the conclusion of this trilogy on the tidally-locked world of Taldain, and Bill has a surprise for his co-hosts at the end to mark the end of THIS part of the journey. (Don't worry, the podcast isn't going away!) Plus, we're hosting yet another giveaway! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EXzxfKydbAgzN53RfE5hBsmjQ-RFgYmZuk6gnX8XzqI/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We

#CosmereSpoilers Do you know what we love? How rich the worlds that Brandon Sanderson creates are. In today's episode, we're diving into some of the cool side stories that he's written in order to make Roshar feel that much more alive! That's right, we're taking a look at the Interludes from Oathbringer, the third (and most recent) book in The Stormlight Archive! So come along as Bill, Jordan, and Amy dig into these stories that really flesh out the story. Now who is this Ardent Greg fellow? ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fKhZPa5xhv1F_cu9GX_Tw09idLMgVPIWE6C0-tBEx0U/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the

#CosmereSpoilers Are you ready for the avalanche!? In this episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies, the SICS crew FINALLY wraps up the epic conclusion of Oathbringer, Book 3 of The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson. We already focused on Dalinar's perspective, but there were others on the battlefield that day. Also, how do YOU pronounce "mauve?" ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FCmQzERXVFxbdFdufSmdx2D8Iz8M0GL3oO8XGX9QqW8/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetched, or anything else you may have to say about Brand

#CosmereSpoilers It's about to go down! The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies dives into one of Brandon's biggest Brandon Avalanches(TM) to date, and we barely even scratch the surface! There's just so much to cover, and we're not complaining! It's the beginning of the end (of Book 3) as we start discussing Part 5 of Oathbringer, the third book in Brandon Sanderson's epic saga, The Stormlight Archive. Let's just say that this is a big one, mkay? ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MZO2EB7PkTY3-Ds_-C2FrPY_eOTsjd8LtUjCfHlnLz0/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theorie

#CosmereSpoilers There's a Worldhopper among us! In this episode, the SICS crew are joined by guest host Aaryan Balu, host of another great Cosmere podcast, The Worldhopper's Guide to the Cosmere. Part 3 ended on a rough note, and things aren't really looking up yet in Part 4. They say it's often the darkest before the dawn, so hopefully the sun'll come up soon! (Fortunately, Brandon still gives us some brilliant moments!) So follow along with our FOUR hosts this week as they dive into Part 4 of Brandon Sanderson's Oathbringer! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lO87oX1gwP-SGm-teLYyjWGNkm58pDR30mZid5bIkjw/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally s

#CosmereSpoilers Remember how the Bridge 4 chapters in Part 2 made us cry? Well, um... There are a few chapters in Part 3 that make us cry, too, but for entirely different reasons. This week's episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies takes us into some of the hardest chapters of Oathbringer, Book 3 of The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson—but there are still some wonderful, gloriously hopeful moments, too! So come along with your podcast hosts as we dive in, find the silver linings, and talk about why we love this series so goshdarn much! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KDft5ccoorSzqbVh1PaJww5iZvz5Net4ABncvbwia04/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@

#CosmereSpoilers Things are heating up on Roshar! In this episode, Bill, Amy, and Jordan continue into Part 2 of their discussion of Oathbringer, Book 3 in The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson. So come along with your podcast hosts as they discuss some great character development moments, as well as several chapters focusing on Bridge 4 members that make us cry in ALL the best ways! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cYSWAzmFvB62_sbbNvTHS01PKSNPkdGSvzw6eLwPUfI/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetched, or anything else you may h

#CosmereSpoilers The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies is back on Roshar for the home stretch! In this episode, Amy, Jordan, and Bill return to Brandon Sanderson's epic series, The Stormlight Archive, to discuss what is currently the latest book in that series, Oathbringer. This book is a huge undertaking, both for readers and for Brandon himself, and so we're tackling it head-on, devoting a full episode to each major section. So join us for our discussion! It's gonna be quite a ride. ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rOeHvNnETIAfUCqWz6An61krOVTvFbn-NunCgqmt5hg/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during th

#CosmereSpoilers There are Rioters and Soothers everywhere, and The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies is here to root them out! In this episode, Bill, Jordan, and Amy go through the mail bag to discuss YOUR theories and speculations about what is going on in the Cosmere! Whether you have ideas about what Brandon may be planning for upcoming books or questions about our opinions, we're here to explore your aluminum foil hat theories. Hopefully you've brought YOUR aluminum hat for safety—there's clearly something deeper going on in the Cosmere! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16vQGfB6xZ5TG7LJP38VhjRqMHA9QDycu3q_5IqxXT_E/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com.

The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies is still exploring Dayside on Taldain, and there's sand EVERYWHERE! In this episode, Amy, Jordan, and Bill dive into Volume 2 of Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere graphic novel, White Sand. Politics! Intrigue! Sand critters! A party! And we announce the results of our most recent giveaway at the end! So come on in, grab a tonk, and join us as we continue to discuss the modern incarnation of the first book Brandon Sanderson ever wrote. ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PNNcgEqW5cZee4uaMlXAzdHdlrEW34Sa2Xalxr1RyvM/edit?usp=sharing___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love

After a long stint on Roshar, The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies is finally landing on a brand new (and also old) shardworld! In this episode, Amy, Jordan, and Bill start their exploration of Taldain, discussing White Sand, a graphic novel based on Brandon Sanderson's first (and eighth!) book he ever wrote. Not only is White Sand one of Brandon's earliest books, though; it's also chronologically the first (currently published) that takes place in the Cosmere. We'll discuss Shards, the origins of our favorite migrant scholar Khriss, and even a couple of... prequel memes? So join us as we explore this tidally locked world and take a look at White Sand! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13vjG6EqU0pZvNGa0aQ6reXXYPIHEkBUmYRaWAXcuUx8/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and e

Greetings, SICSers, and welcome back to another episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies! Who's hungry? In this episode, Bill, Amy, and Jordan tag along with everyone's favorite little urchin and her nervous Cultivationspren, Lift and Wyndle, as we discuss Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight novella, Edgedancer. So follow along with us as we discover new threats, face old foes, and explore a brand new city on the world of Roshar. Seriously, come along. There's pancakes! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZQH7R4tr8BDrSQOYgZLE5cqDyqkvrSyn_DWm73Fg6ug/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so w

So what about everyone else? Welcome back, SICSers! Bill, Amy, and Jordan are still on Roshar, wrapping up their discussion of Words of Radiance, Book 2 of Brandon Sanderson's epic saga, The Stormlight Archive. In this episode, they start digging into the interludes and all the side stories that are going on in the background of the main action. There's SO much to talk about, and we really only get a chance to scratch the surface! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rwpoqpqRjoEGLBG9BBpjn2EEHhChNssXU8o5Sga1a1w/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter h

Forward the Blackthorn! The Sandersonian Instiute of Cosmere Studies continues their discussion of Words of Radiance, taking a closer look at Dalinar's plot thread: the Kholin family dynamics, the war against the Parshendi, the struggles with Sadeas, and his attempts to unite the Highprinces. There's still a ton to discuss about this second book in Brandon Sanderson's epic Stormlight Archive series, so come along as Bill, Amy, and Jordan explore Roshar and its mysteries. Life before death, Radiants! ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sAISc-cz0K87LR0hAMbe2iIYfXZH14tMKEcBDtZ_1_w/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to du

We're still on Roshar and going strong! In this episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies, Bill, Amy, and Jordan continue their discussion of Words of Radiance, Book 2 in Brandon Sanderson's epic Stormlight Archive series! This time, we're focusing on Kaladin Stormblessed and his journey and growth. So batten down and prepare for a highstorm of conversation! It's gonna be great. ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I6JvOOrUe_FToDcv0bXjMxd_gMG7D0-11YzdtkF7vFo/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no matter how far-fetched, or anything else you m

We're finally back on Roshar, and oh, how we've missed it! In this episode of The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies, the SICS crew start another 4-episode series of discussions about The Stormlight Archive as we talk about Book 2: Words of Radiance. This episode focuses on Shallan's storyline and flashbacks. So come along with us as we dive into another epic Brandon Sanderson tome! (Tome? Yeah... yeah, this is definitely a tome.) ___ This episode's show notes can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B3mzVGJeoOv87cPuU1xvidjUEwyEwaU72-I2nyTr-3A/edit?usp=sharing ___ You can support The Sandersonian Institute of Cosmere Studies by becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/cosmerestudies SICS patrons make the show possible and gain access to additional content and early access to bonus episodes. ___ You can email us your questions about the Cosmere at cosmerestudies@gmail.com. We will occasionally select emails to respond to during the show, so we'd love to hear any theories you have, no m