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The Brandon Sanderson Podcast made by 17th Shard, the biggest Brandon Sanderson nerds. Come here for all your cosmere, Stormlight Archive, and Mistborn discussion, as well analysis of news and current Words of Brandon.
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Brandon Sanderson's iconic writing course is back for an updated 2025 edition. Come one, come all, class is in session for aspiring fantasy and science fiction writers! Review your lecture notes here: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogs/blog
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The Sunday Times—and New York Times—best-selling epic fantasy author Brandon Sanderson discusses his brand-new Mistborn adventure, Shadows of Self, with Bradley P Beaulieu, the author of Twelve Kings, who was shortlisted by the David Gemmell Awards for Fantasy for his debut novel, The Winds of Khalakovo. Hosted by Bradley P Beaulieu at the Apple Store, Covent Garden in London.
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Shardcast - Cosmere RPG Lore
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We are finally back to talk about the lore from the Stormlight RPG Handbook and World Guide! We go through all the Ideals and some odds and ends too. This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Evgeni (Argent), Adim (AAKS), and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)!Our Previous RPG episode: https://youtu.be/ap_zV-5-ZGk?si=VOIFmDuxVIsl3SjwHalloween Livestream (about the Elan…
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A topic too great to be contained to a single episode, the deep-dive into Cosmere dragons continues! It's time for all the things we didn't get to in the first episode, as the cast gets progressively more manic the longer this marathon recording continues. Today's cast includes Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent) and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)Thum…
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It's a big topic, and one too great to be contained by a single episode. Today we're doing a deep dive on all the info we have about dragons in the Cosmere, talking about lifecycles and abilities. (And a slight diversion into the Spiritual Realm, because who doesn't love a Spiritual Realm diversion, right?)Today's cast includes Eric (Chaos), Ian (W…
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We've been wanting to make this episode for a long while and it's finally time. Let's talk about the planet Threnody and the different kinds of evil that stem from there!Today we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), David (Windrunner), and Grace (thegatorgirl).00:00:00 Introductions00:01:49 Look back at Shadows for Silence (in the Forests of Hell)00:11:…
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Mistborn: Ghostbloods 1 Preview (ft. Jasonioan)
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Last month, at Worldcon, Brandon read out the first excerpt of Mistborn: Ghostbloods, so you know we had to do an episode analyzing it!Today we have Eric (Chaos), Evgeni (Argent), Adim (AAKS), Bonnie (Cosmeregirl), and special guest @Jasonioan, who makes excellent cosmere content as well!If you're on Brandon's newsletter, he sent out the text, but …
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The Death Rattles! Wind and Truth Edition
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Today, we are taking another look at the Death Rattles: which are resolved, which are still outstanding, and more. We talk about Moelach's poetry skills, Broken One theories, and got... very unhinged. We have Eric (Chaos), Grace (thegatorgirl), Adim (AAKS), and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)!Chapters:0:00:00 Introductions0:02:20 Death Rattles answered in WaT…
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Cosmere RPG First Impressions & Overview
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The Cosmere RPG has come out to digital backers, so we wanted to talk about our initial thoughts, talking about the systems, and squeeing about the amazing art! We blabbed so much that lore will be... another episode at some point. There are no Stonewalkers spoilers in this episode, though we will discuss the Handbook and World Guide.Today we have …
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Shadesmar and Silverlight
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We got a lot of Shadesmar in Isles of the Emberdark, so there's some stuff to talk about now! This episode is part discussion, but also part explainer for things. Also part pointless arguments on the GODFORGE and the Shadesmar sun, but hey.This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), Jessie (Lady Lameness), and Ene (AonEne)!Thum…
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Isles of the Emberdark Reactions!
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It's time for a new Sanderson book yet again, this time it's the HIGH-COSMERE CONNECTIVITY Isles of the Emberdark! We discuss what we thought of the book, and just scratch the surface on everything else. On this episode, we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), David (Windrunner), and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)!The original episode where Ben a…
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KPop Demon Hunters | Splintercast
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This movie has been keeping us in check, keeping us obsessed, and we've been playing on repeat! Today we're chatting about KPop Demon Hunters on our occasional show where we talk about things that aren't related to Brandon Sanderson for a change. This episode, we have Eric (Chaos), Alyx (Feather), Shannon (Grey), Jessie (LadyLameness), and Bonnie (…
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The Post-Wind and Truth Big Talk, Valor, & More! | Brandon Interview WoBs
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It's our Words of Brandon episode for our recent Brandon interview, where we talk about Brandon's thoughts on Wind and Truth, that big post-WaT talk, and a bunch of other things!This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), and Jessie (Lady Lameness).Brandon interview: https://youtu.be/rdpzciIt29kOur previous WoB episode on some …
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Today, we're talking about everyone's... well, okay maybe not everyone's favorite Wind and Truth character. But certainly one we got more of than I think we expected! It's Sigzil! We talk about his plotline here and also in Sunlit Man.This episode we have Evgeni (Argent), David (Windrunner), Grace (thegatorgirl), Jessie (Lady Lameness), and Ala (Ra…
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Modern Language, Humor, & Jasnah Debate: Reddit Wind and Truth Words of Brandon
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We have a very interesting Words of Brandon episode for you today. Last month, Brandon did an interview with Winter is Coming, and in the Reddit thread, Brandon elaborated about some of his intentions with Wind and Truth, and addressed some critiques of the book. He talks about the choice of champion, humor and modern language, and the Jasnah debat…
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Interview with Brandon on Wind and Truth (and more!)
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It's been a while since we've had Brandon on Shardcast, and after the release of Wind and Truth, we are super excited to welcome him back. Brandon shares some of his thoughts about the perception of the book with us and was kind enough to answer (or RAFO) some spoilery questions we've been dying to ask!Our cast this episode is David (Windrunner), R…
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How To Worldbuild on Earth? - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #9 (2025)
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Brandon Sanderson is back in class answering some of the questions that burned within the hearts of his students. He delves deep into the philosophy of worldbuilding within your novels along with provides expert knowledge on ways to make it better. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT…
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What Publishing Does For You — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #11 (2025)
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What's your biggest question about traditional publishing? In the penultimate episode of Brandon Sanderson’s 2025 Writing Lecture Series, we return to the world of publishing. Brandon breaks down the role of literary agents, how to find one, what they actually do for authors, and how to effectively pitch your book — whether to an agent, editor, or …
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How Publishing Works - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #10 (2025)
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This week on Brandon Sanderson's writing lecture series, we dive into the publishing side of the writing world. We take a close look at how the publishing industry came to be what it is today, what steps your book goes through when publishing with the Big 5, and how contracts look in the professional world of book writing. Want to send me something…
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An Ending and A Beginning — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #12 (2025)
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Brandon Sanderson returns for his last class of 2025, doing one final Q&A to some of the most asked questions from the class. Thank you all for joining us, now go write that book! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsan…
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Today we are talking about mechanics of the Unoathed! And also uh... some other stuff, like the suppressor fabrial, Hemalurgy, and some more Spiritual ripples.Our cast this episode is Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), and Grace (thegatorgirl).Thumbnail is our February Patreon commission (cropped to try and hide some spoilers, but check ou…
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Adolin's Wind and Truth Plotline
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Today we are talking about a huge part of Wind and Truth: Adolin's Azimir plotline! We talk about Adolin, the plotline at large, side characters, and trying not to get too much into mechanics (and failing). Also... maybe too much talk about Abidi.This episode we have Eric (Chaos), Ian (Weiry), Evgeni (Argent), Ala (Rasarr), and Adim (AAKS)!The thum…
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Last month, we hit 25,000 subscribers! Wow! To celebrate, we did a Q&A liveshow, which we are posting here.If you like our content, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/17thshardFor discussion, theories, games, and news, come to https://www.17thshard.comCome talk with us and the community on the 17th Shard Discord: https://discord.gg/17th…
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The Tools to Make Your Worlds Better - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #8 (2025)
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As the creator of worlds such as Roshar, Scadrial, and the Cosmere as a whole, Brandon Sanderson gives you all the tools you need to help bring your worldbuilding to the next level. That and more on this lecture on how to better your writing! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003…
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Sanderson's Laws of Magic - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #7 (2025)
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The master of magic systems is back with an updated lecture on Sanderson's Laws of Magic --- three rules designed to elevate any story, whether sci-fi/fantasy or not. Welcome back to Brandon Sanderson's classroom, everyone! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by…
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Mysteries in Wind and Truth
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There were some surprising, unexplained, and straight up weird things in Wind and Truth. Let's talk about them!This episode we have David (Windrunner), Ian (Weiry), Rosemary(Kaymyth), and Bonnie (Cosmeregirl)!00:00:00 Introductions00:00:56 The Fourth Moon00:46:55 The Well of Control01:12:34 Crystal Spikes01:47:12 Taln's Attempt to Kill Cultivation0…
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Customizing your Character: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #6 (2025)
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Last week we talked about how to make your characters worth rooting for (or against), but this week we're diving into the part of your characters readers are going to see on the page. In other words, lecture #6 is a deep dive into customizing your character's personality using Brandon Sanderson's slider methodology. Audio version available wherever…
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Stormlight Lost Tales (Storydeck)
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It's time to talk about the three Stormlight Lost Tales, the Storydeck stories that came out as card packs at Dragonsteel Nexus. The three are Elsecaller (the Jasnah story during Words of Radiance), King Lopen the First of Alethkar (Lopen and Elhokar at the ending of Words of Radiance), and The Chasmfriends Get a New Pet! (a noncanonical children's…
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Creating Proactive, Relatable, and Capable Characters: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #5 (2025)
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Brandon Sanderson returns for the 2025 Writing Lecture with his first deep dive into Character and the sliding scales of Proactivity, Relatability, and Capability. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list…
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Frequently Asked Questions on Writing Plot - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #4.5 (2025)
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Brandon Sanderson brings you the first exclusive Q&A for the 2025 writing lecture series! He goes over some of the question you have asked from all over the internet including how to writing specific plot arcs, what plot structures are needed for specific stories, and many others! Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.…
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The True History of Roshar (Part 2)
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Wind and Truth taught us plenty more about the history of Roshar and its inhabitants, so let's catch up to modern-ish times.This episode we have Evgeni (Argent), David (Windrunner), Joshua (jofwu), Verónica (Cheyenne Sedai), and Adim (AAKS)!Today's thumbnail is "The Recreance" by Caio Santos: https://coppermind.net/wiki/File:The_Recreance_by_Caio_S…
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Q&A on Plot: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #4 (2025)
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This week Brandon takes questions on the last two classes on plot theory. Now you can participate as well! Make sure to check out the last two lectures and this Q&A, then comment below (on this video) and Brandon will film an exclusive session featuring your questions. Review the lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/3WRnVot Want to send me something …
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