Blood and Ashes: A Wheel of Time Spoilercast Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:02 -0400 http://www.bloodandashespodcast.com en-au © 2026 Blood and Ashes: A Wheel of Time Spoilercast yes 248fb0d4-c61d-5200-bac1-dfb1db8a63e8 Moritz, Jody, Willie episodic true Blood and Ashes is a spoiler filled, chapter by chapter discussion of the Wheel of Time series of fantasy novels penned by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.Join us, three middle aged dads, as we re-read the series and enthusiastically discuss all the best bits from each chapter. Do we know every single thing about the world of The Wheel of Time? No. Do we know half? Probably not. Does that stop us from wildly speculating and tapping into half faded memories from our teens? Definitely not!It's all just a good ol' time for anyone looking to relive the highs and lows of Rand's journey. Pull in!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Wheel of Time, Robert Jordan, wot, fantasy, books, book club, Brandon Sanderson, Rand, Eye of the world Moritz, Jody, Willie https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ri6ltndczse91paqddi7l1odcjsa?.jpg Blood and Ashes: A Wheel of Time Spoilercast http://www.bloodandashespodcast.com Ep123: The Gathering Storm, Ch 31 - 35 Ep123: The Gathering Storm, Ch 31 - 35 The night is darkest before the dawn, and boy is it getting dark!

Rand and Cadsuane keep running into each other in Bandar Eban, which is tricky when one lives under the threat of murder on sight.

Nynaeve is kicking ass though, going on what feels like a bottled episode to track down the missing king.

Rand gains some information on Graendal's whereabouts, but at a high cost.

Mat ogles Aludra's dragon designs after planning an elaborate cover for him and a few others to enter Trustair. But instead, Trustair comes to Mat.

And Rand finally meets Tuon face to face, and sparks fly.

Let us know what you thought about these chapters by using the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> The night is darkest before the dawn, and boy is it getting dark!

Rand and Cadsuane keep running into each other in Bandar Eban, which is tricky when one lives under the threat of murder on sight.

Nynaeve is kicking ass though, going on what feels like a bottled episode to track down the missing king.

Rand gains some information on Graendal's whereabouts, but at a high cost.

Mat ogles Aludra's dragon designs after planning an elaborate cover for him and a few others to enter Trustair. But instead, Trustair comes to Mat.

And Rand finally meets Tuon face to face, and sparks fly.

Let us know what you thought about these chapters by using the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19469041 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +1000 9854 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Rand, Nynaeve, Cadsuane, Bandar Eban, Compulsion, Triben, Tuon, Karede, Selucia, Deathwatch Guard, Falme, Naeff, Choeden Kal, Min, Mat, Talmanes, Thom, Verin, Aludra, Dragons, Egeanin, Leilwin, Bayle Domon, Olver, 12 7 full true Ep122: The Gathering Storm, Ch 27 - 30 Ep122: The Gathering Storm, Ch 27 - 30 Welcome back folks, to this, a real episode of 2 halves.

In the first half, Mat and his crew encounter their strangest unravelling of the pattern yet. We'll leave it at that.

In the 2nd half we join our two sulkiest boys: Rand and Gawyn.

Rand is all up in his head as he rides into Bandar Eban and meets with his first captured member of the Merchant Council, and Gawyn has some meetings. First with Lelaine and then with Gareth Bryne, and neither goes his way.

However, let us know what you thought about the chapters and our coverage of said chapters! Use any of the links below to do so...

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back folks, to this, a real episode of 2 halves.

In the first half, Mat and his crew encounter their strangest unravelling of the pattern yet. We'll leave it at that.

In the 2nd half we join our two sulkiest boys: Rand and Gawyn.

Rand is all up in his head as he rides into Bandar Eban and meets with his first captured member of the Merchant Council, and Gawyn has some meetings. First with Lelaine and then with Gareth Bryne, and neither goes his way.

However, let us know what you thought about the chapters and our coverage of said chapters! Use any of the links below to do so...

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19399881 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +1000 9962 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Mat, Thom, Talmanes, Hinderstap, Joline, Teslyn, Edesina, Rand, Bandar eban, Dobraine, Cadsuane, Gawyn, Lelaine, Gareth Bryne 12 6 full true Ep121: The Gathering Storm, Ch 21 - 26 Ep121: The Gathering Storm, Ch 21 - 26 Ok, whoah. I hope you've all had a good day because this episode contains some of the darkest times for our boy, Rand! But we also get into some great callbacks, so there is always that!

Perrin dips his toes back in the wolf dream while Faile has a small secret ceremony for the women who had to kill the brotherless who had helped them in Malden.

Then it's time for sad things. Semirhage makes her final play on Rand and Min is caught in the crossfire. Things go real sideways.

When the dust has settled, Rand is even more broken and he banishes Cadsuane from his sight with threat of death.

Meanwhile, Gawyn arrives at Gareth Bryne's camp and gets a fresh cup of wake-the-hell-up from his former teacher.

In the rebel camp Sheriam gets new orders from a masked Forsaken, and in the Tower Egwene tells Seaine to keep up the efforts of getting the Tower back together while she is locked away in a dungeon awaiting trial.

And in our last chapter Aviendha finally picks up what the Wise Ones are putting down, and Shemerin tells the rebels why she is beahving like a non-Aes Sedai and how she got out of the city...

But enough of that from me, tell us what YOU think about the events in these chapters by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Ok, whoah. I hope you've all had a good day because this episode contains some of the darkest times for our boy, Rand! But we also get into some great callbacks, so there is always that!

Perrin dips his toes back in the wolf dream while Faile has a small secret ceremony for the women who had to kill the brotherless who had helped them in Malden.

Then it's time for sad things. Semirhage makes her final play on Rand and Min is caught in the crossfire. Things go real sideways.

When the dust has settled, Rand is even more broken and he banishes Cadsuane from his sight with threat of death.

Meanwhile, Gawyn arrives at Gareth Bryne's camp and gets a fresh cup of wake-the-hell-up from his former teacher.

In the rebel camp Sheriam gets new orders from a masked Forsaken, and in the Tower Egwene tells Seaine to keep up the efforts of getting the Tower back together while she is locked away in a dungeon awaiting trial.

And in our last chapter Aviendha finally picks up what the Wise Ones are putting down, and Shemerin tells the rebels why she is beahving like a non-Aes Sedai and how she got out of the city...

But enough of that from me, tell us what YOU think about the events in these chapters by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19333678 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +1000 11062 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Book 12, Perrin, Hopper, Faile, Bain, Chiad, Rand, Semirhage, Min, Shaidar Haran, Rodel Ituralde, Bashere, Cadsuane, Gawyn, Gareth Bryne, Sheriam, Egwene, Aviendha, Amys, Bair, Melaine 12 5 full true Ep120: The Gathering Storm, Ch 16 - 20 Ep120: The Gathering Storm, Ch 16 - 20 Welcome back, friends! We're already coming up to the midway point of The Gathering Storm, and BOY, is that storm gathering!

Just as Egwene thinks she's making progress in the White Tower, she has a massive confrontation with Elaida that changes the game somewhat.

Cadsuane has an epiphany about how to get to Semirhage.

Perrin decides to go back to practice in the Wolf Dream.

Meanwhile Lelaine is being real crafty in the rbel camp, and Siuan realises she has an ally in Sharina Melloy.

Meanwhile Tuon gets straight into ruling in Altara by bringing Beslan on board and hearing plans from general Galgan. Tylee Kirghan arrives will ill tidings.

And we finally get our first Mat chapter from Brandon, and it's an odd start, but is about to get odder...

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back, friends! We're already coming up to the midway point of The Gathering Storm, and BOY, is that storm gathering!

Just as Egwene thinks she's making progress in the White Tower, she has a massive confrontation with Elaida that changes the game somewhat.

Cadsuane has an epiphany about how to get to Semirhage.

Perrin decides to go back to practice in the Wolf Dream.

Meanwhile Lelaine is being real crafty in the rbel camp, and Siuan realises she has an ally in Sharina Melloy.

Meanwhile Tuon gets straight into ruling in Altara by bringing Beslan on board and hearing plans from general Galgan. Tylee Kirghan arrives will ill tidings.

And we finally get our first Mat chapter from Brandon, and it's an odd start, but is about to get odder...

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19257716 Sat, 30 May 2026 01:00:00 +1000 10283 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Egwene, Laras, The White Tower, Katerine, Elaida, Cadsuane, Semirhage, Perrin, Hopper, Wolf Dream, Siuan, Sheriam, Sharina, Tuon, Karede, Selucia, Beslan, Galgan, Yulan, Tylee Kirghan, Ebou Dar, Mat, Talmanes, Vani 12 4 full true Ep119: The Gathering Storm, Ch 11 - 15 Ep119: The Gathering Storm, Ch 11 - 15 Weclome back, gang! We're coming in hot, but not as hot as Adrin, right? 

Aviendha is struggling to see what the Wise Ones are punishing her for, and a man turns into lava. Sort of.

Egwene is finding more success in her attempt to get through to the sisters of the divided White Tower.

Gawyn catches wind of Egwene's treatment in the Tower and decides to make a move.

Cadsuane has Sorilea take a crack at interrogating Semirhage, and she immediately has some success.

Rand catches up with an old friend with odd interior design choices and Min gives Rand a crucial part of his plan for the Dark One!

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Weclome back, gang! We're coming in hot, but not as hot as Adrin, right? 

Aviendha is struggling to see what the Wise Ones are punishing her for, and a man turns into lava. Sort of.

Egwene is finding more success in her attempt to get through to the sisters of the divided White Tower.

Gawyn catches wind of Egwene's treatment in the Tower and decides to make a move.

Cadsuane has Sorilea take a crack at interrogating Semirhage, and she immediately has some success.

Rand catches up with an old friend with odd interior design choices and Min gives Rand a crucial part of his plan for the Dark One!

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19181734 Sat, 16 May 2026 01:00:00 +1000 9535 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Aviendha, Rand, Melaine, Bubble of Evil, Aiel, Gawyn, Katerine, Sleete, Egwene, White Tower, Cadsuane, Sorilea, Semirhage, Bair, Moridin, Min 12 3 full true Ep118: The Gathering Storm, Ch 5 - 10 Ep118: The Gathering Storm, Ch 5 - 10 Who's hungry? Because, wow, is there a lot of table setting happening in this stretch of chapters!

Rand is setting up stuff in Arad Doman while Cadsuane and Nynaeve are frustrated by Semirhage's ability to resist their questioning.

Rodel Ituralde comes face to face with General Turan, leader of the Seanchan army that chased him into Arad Doan and fell for his trap.

Egwene helps save Leane from a bubble of evil and continues her silent war from within the White Tower.

In the meantime, the Aiel arrive at Rand's temporary post in Arad Doman and Rand instructs them to kidnap the Domani Merchant Council so he can coerce them into electing a new king in Alsalam's absence.

Siuan finally admits to Bryen why she broke her oath, and the two come to an agreement. Later Siuan relays all the news regarding the Forsaken and the Asha'man bonding to Ewgene in Tel'aran'rhiod.

In Malden, Perrin is preparing his huge party of soldiers and refugees to get out of Dodge before the other Shaido forces arrive.

And finally, Rand goes alone to meet with Rodel Ituralde and recruit him to the Dragon's cause.

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Who's hungry? Because, wow, is there a lot of table setting happening in this stretch of chapters!

Rand is setting up stuff in Arad Doman while Cadsuane and Nynaeve are frustrated by Semirhage's ability to resist their questioning.

Rodel Ituralde comes face to face with General Turan, leader of the Seanchan army that chased him into Arad Doan and fell for his trap.

Egwene helps save Leane from a bubble of evil and continues her silent war from within the White Tower.

In the meantime, the Aiel arrive at Rand's temporary post in Arad Doman and Rand instructs them to kidnap the Domani Merchant Council so he can coerce them into electing a new king in Alsalam's absence.

Siuan finally admits to Bryen why she broke her oath, and the two come to an agreement. Later Siuan relays all the news regarding the Forsaken and the Asha'man bonding to Ewgene in Tel'aran'rhiod.

In Malden, Perrin is preparing his huge party of soldiers and refugees to get out of Dodge before the other Shaido forces arrive.

And finally, Rand goes alone to meet with Rodel Ituralde and recruit him to the Dragon's cause.

Let us know what you thought of these chapters and our discussion about them using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19087973 Sat, 02 May 2026 01:00:00 +1000 9366 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Book 12, Rodel Ituralde, Perrin, Rand, Semirhage, Egwene, Leane, White Tower, Cadsuane, Nynaeve, Harine, Damer Flinn, Turan, Seanchan, Arad Doman, Bael, Rhuarc, Elza Penfell, Narishma, Aviendha, Siuan, Gareth Bryne 12 2 full true Ep117: The Gathering Storm, Prologue - Ch 4 Ep117: The Gathering Storm, Prologue - Ch 4 It's a brand new day and a brand new book. Also, a brand new author!

There are ominous signs of the last battle in the Borderlands and people are starting to see the writing on the wall. Rand sends a message to Ebou Dar, Tylee and Mishima meet their first Trollocs, Graendal is privy to some dressing down of Demandred and Mesaana at the hands of Moridin, Rodel Ituralde pulls the trigger on the next phase of his grand plan against the Seanchan, and Masema meets up with Faile. And that's just in the prologue!

Also: Rand's Aes Sedai struggle to interrogate Semirhage while Egwene finally achieves her goal of dealing with pain like the Aiel do. This after a really upsetting meeting with Elaida.

Speaking of Aiel, Aviendha feels stuck and somewhat perplexed by the Wise Ones' treatment and witholding of actual teachings, and finally we check in with the most confused man in the world: Gawyn Trakand.

That's quite a lot! Let us know what you think about all of this and our assessment thereof by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's a brand new day and a brand new book. Also, a brand new author!

There are ominous signs of the last battle in the Borderlands and people are starting to see the writing on the wall. Rand sends a message to Ebou Dar, Tylee and Mishima meet their first Trollocs, Graendal is privy to some dressing down of Demandred and Mesaana at the hands of Moridin, Rodel Ituralde pulls the trigger on the next phase of his grand plan against the Seanchan, and Masema meets up with Faile. And that's just in the prologue!

Also: Rand's Aes Sedai struggle to interrogate Semirhage while Egwene finally achieves her goal of dealing with pain like the Aiel do. This after a really upsetting meeting with Elaida.

Speaking of Aiel, Aviendha feels stuck and somewhat perplexed by the Wise Ones' treatment and witholding of actual teachings, and finally we check in with the most confused man in the world: Gawyn Trakand.

That's quite a lot! Let us know what you think about all of this and our assessment thereof by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-19029859 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +1000 9654 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Gathering Storm, Book 12, Rodel Ituralde, Tylee Kirghan, Perrin, Graendal, Demandred, Mesaana, Moridin, Rand, Cadsuane, Alivia, Nynaeve, Semirhage, Gawyn, Aviendha, Amys, Rhuarc, Aiel, Arad Doman, Egwene, Elaida, White Tower, Min, 12 1 full true Ep116: Knife of Dreams, Chapter 33 - Epilogue Ep116: Knife of Dreams, Chapter 33 - Epilogue Here we are, team! The Knife of Dreams grand finale!

Karede finally catches up with tuon and her military mastermind abductor, thom Merrilin, LOL, and tuon herself finally says "I bloody do".

Elayne crushes her opponent for the throne, almost literally and the royal houses of Andor fall in line.

And Suroth finally gets her just desserts.

Let us know what you thought of the book and the pisode by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Here we are, team! The Knife of Dreams grand finale!

Karede finally catches up with tuon and her military mastermind abductor, thom Merrilin, LOL, and tuon herself finally says "I bloody do".

Elayne crushes her opponent for the throne, almost literally and the royal houses of Andor fall in line.

And Suroth finally gets her just desserts.

Let us know what you thought of the book and the pisode by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18956283 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +1100 9214 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Mat, Tuon, Karede, Deathwatch Guards, Thom, Band of the Red Hand, Dragons, Elayne, Black ajah, Birgitte, Dyelin, Andor, Lion Throne, Suroth, Seanchan 11 10 full true Ep115: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 29 - 32 Ep115: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 29 - 32 Oh boy, things continue to wrap up for our main characters!

We'll keep this brief: Perrin and his forces attack Malden while Faile tries to escape Galina's trap.

Stuff happens! Fighting, deaths, tears.

We then switch to Elaine who sets in motion her completely foolhardy plan to capture the Black Ajah sisters in Caemlyn, but gets kidnapped herself. More deaths, more tears but the Sea Folk finally earn their keep

Tell us what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Oh boy, things continue to wrap up for our main characters!

We'll keep this brief: Perrin and his forces attack Malden while Faile tries to escape Galina's trap.

Stuff happens! Fighting, deaths, tears.

We then switch to Elaine who sets in motion her completely foolhardy plan to capture the Black Ajah sisters in Caemlyn, but gets kidnapped herself. More deaths, more tears but the Sea Folk finally earn their keep

Tell us what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18800724 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +1100 8062 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Perrin, Neald, Shaido, Faile, Galina, Therava, Wolves, Tam, Gaul, Bain, Chiad, Maighdin, Elayne, Sea Folk, Birgitte, Dyelin, Caemlyn, Black Ajah, Guybon, Vandene, Milli Skane, Doilin Mellar, Duhara 11 9 full true Ep114: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 26 - 28 Ep114: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 26 - 28 Welcome back, folks, strap in for a big one!

Mat and the Band continue to impress Tuon as she slowly begins to realise just who she has tied herself to.

Rand and his entourage take a trip to meet who they think is the Daughter of the Nine Moons, and boy, do things escalate quickly. Many important beans are spilled as a result!

And we also check in with Perrin and Faile, both of whom have set their plans for Faile's freedom in action, blissfully unaware of what the other is doing.

Tell us what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back, folks, strap in for a big one!

Mat and the Band continue to impress Tuon as she slowly begins to realise just who she has tied herself to.

Rand and his entourage take a trip to meet who they think is the Daughter of the Nine Moons, and boy, do things escalate quickly. Many important beans are spilled as a result!

And we also check in with Perrin and Faile, both of whom have set their plans for Faile's freedom in action, blissfully unaware of what the other is doing.

Tell us what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18709279 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1100 9381 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Mat, Tuon, Selucia, Talmanes, Band of the Red Hand, Perrin, Faile, Seanchan, Galina, Shaido, Malden, Rand, Min, Nynaeve, Alivia, Bashere, Narishma, Logain, Semirhage, Cadsuane, Morgase, Alliandre, Tam 11 8 full true Ep113: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 23 - 25 Ep113: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 23 - 25 Welcome back, friends! 

There's action at the rebel Aes Sedai camp as Romanda, of all people, pieces together the "Halima" situation after an impactful visit from Merise and Narishma.

Then Egwene is completely bossing the White Tower from within, setting in motion all sorts of plans, resisting and confounding the Aes Sedai and winning over all the novices.

Elaida on the other hand has completely lost touch with reality.

And finally Mat is reunited with Talmanes after leaving the menagerie! Rejoice!

But let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back, friends! 

There's action at the rebel Aes Sedai camp as Romanda, of all people, pieces together the "Halima" situation after an impactful visit from Merise and Narishma.

Then Egwene is completely bossing the White Tower from within, setting in motion all sorts of plans, resisting and confounding the Aes Sedai and winning over all the novices.

Elaida on the other hand has completely lost touch with reality.

And finally Mat is reunited with Talmanes after leaving the menagerie! Rejoice!

But let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18620487 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1100 8716 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Romanda, Narishma, Rebel Aes Sedai, Egwene, Elaida, Alviarin, Halima, Delana, Mat, Tuon, Talmanes, Chel Vanin 11 7 full true Ep112: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 19 - 22 Ep112: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 19 - 22 Well folks, we've reached the point where Knife of Dreams shifts gears on us!

Loial gets married, but there is little time for celebration as the estate in Tear is attacked by 100,000 trollocs and all hell breaks loose.

After the battle they get word from the Seanchan that The Daughter of the Nine Moons is ready to meet Rand, and they start preparing.

Nynaeve tricks Lan into fulfilling his destiny regarding the Golden Crane.

In Tear Rand meets the nobles in The Stone and Loagin delivers a message to the Seafolk leaders, right before they get the news of the mass Amayar suicide.

Things are hotting up, big time!

But let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Well folks, we've reached the point where Knife of Dreams shifts gears on us!

Loial gets married, but there is little time for celebration as the estate in Tear is attacked by 100,000 trollocs and all hell breaks loose.

After the battle they get word from the Seanchan that The Daughter of the Nine Moons is ready to meet Rand, and they start preparing.

Nynaeve tricks Lan into fulfilling his destiny regarding the Golden Crane.

In Tear Rand meets the nobles in The Stone and Loagin delivers a message to the Seafolk leaders, right before they get the news of the mass Amayar suicide.

Things are hotting up, big time!

But let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18478831 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +1100 8783 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Rand, Loial, Erith, Elder Haman, Logain, Cadsuane, Min, Alivia, Deathgates, Blossoms of Fire, Fire Arrows, 11 6 full true Ep111: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 14 - 18 Ep111: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 14 - 18 Welcome back, friends! In this episode we finalise what I feel is the setup for Knife of Dreams and we are poised for action!

Elayne is under siege, literally and figuratively. She is swamped with responsibilities while being completely molly coddled. And then her sister has to leave!

At least Aviendha has figured out a cool new skill, but she leaves for Arad Doman with the rest of the Aiel in Andor.

And Elayne has a new pet cut-purse.

Then we check in with Rand who is still on the estate in Tear surrounded by friends, followers and enemies.

Let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> Welcome back, friends! In this episode we finalise what I feel is the setup for Knife of Dreams and we are poised for action!

Elayne is under siege, literally and figuratively. She is swamped with responsibilities while being completely molly coddled. And then her sister has to leave!

At least Aviendha has figured out a cool new skill, but she leaves for Arad Doman with the rest of the Aiel in Andor.

And Elayne has a new pet cut-purse.

Then we check in with Rand who is still on the estate in Tear surrounded by friends, followers and enemies.

Let us know what you thought using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18329176 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +1100 8278 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Elayne, Birgitte, Aviendha, Caemlyn, Siege, Rand, Min, Loial, Cadsuane, Logain, Alivia 11 5 full true Ep110: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 10 - 13 Ep110: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 10 - 13 Here we go again, gang! Another episode with a great mix of characters and action!

On the road from Jurador, Valan Luca's travelling show encounters a whole ghsot village, and Mat finally triggers the conversation about the Finns with Thom.

Mat and Thom take Tuon and Selucia on a double date to a dive bar and all... hell... breaks loose.

Perrin and his new Seanchan allies manage to scoop up the forkroot they need for their plan, and Elayne gets some much needed backup arrive in Caemlyn.

Let us know what you thought using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> Here we go again, gang! Another episode with a great mix of characters and action!

On the road from Jurador, Valan Luca's travelling show encounters a whole ghsot village, and Mat finally triggers the conversation about the Finns with Thom.

Mat and Thom take Tuon and Selucia on a double date to a dive bar and all... hell... breaks loose.

Perrin and his new Seanchan allies manage to scoop up the forkroot they need for their plan, and Elayne gets some much needed backup arrive in Caemlyn.

Let us know what you thought using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-18265491 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +1100 7137 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Mat, Tuon, Thom, Selucia, Setalle Anan, Perrin, Tylee, Mishima, Elayne, Caemlyn, Birgitte 11 4 full true Ep109: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 6 - 9 Ep109: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 6 - 9 We're back after a big ol' break and we're right back into it!

The whole episode focuses on Mat and his courtship of Tuon.

He buys her a gift, seems to take 1 step forward and 2 steps back in every interaction with her.

At the same time the Aes Sedai and sul'dam give him multiple headaches and he needs to manage all this while avoiding Seanchan detection.

In other news, Domona and Egeanin (Leilwin) get married and Aludra agrees to make Mat some dragons!

Let us know what you thought using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back after a big ol' break and we're right back into it!

The whole episode focuses on Mat and his courtship of Tuon.

He buys her a gift, seems to take 1 step forward and 2 steps back in every interaction with her.

At the same time the Aes Sedai and sul'dam give him multiple headaches and he needs to manage all this while avoiding Seanchan detection.

In other news, Domona and Egeanin (Leilwin) get married and Aludra agrees to make Mat some dragons!

Let us know what you thought using the links below!

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]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-18174750 Sat, 15 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +1100 7343 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Mat Cauthon, Tuon, Seanchan, Joline, Teslyn, Edisina, Selucia, Noal, Olver, Valan Luca, thom, Juilin, Amathera, Egeanin, Bayle Domon 11 3 full true Ep108: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 1 - 5 Ep108: Knife of Dreams, Chapters 1 - 5 We're back and Knife of Dreams is wasting no time getting into it!

Siuan gets her orders from Egwene and passes them along to the rebels.

All but one, rebel, that is. Beonin makes her way to Elaida and lets us all down, bigtime.

The surviving forsaken convene in Tel'aran'rhiod and take new orders from Moridin.

Perrin meets with the Seanchan and they establish a working relationship.

And lastly, Faile's plans get a massive boost thanks to some loyal fellow gai'shain!

Let us know what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back and Knife of Dreams is wasting no time getting into it!

Siuan gets her orders from Egwene and passes them along to the rebels.

All but one, rebel, that is. Beonin makes her way to Elaida and lets us all down, bigtime.

The surviving forsaken convene in Tel'aran'rhiod and take new orders from Moridin.

Perrin meets with the Seanchan and they establish a working relationship.

And lastly, Faile's plans get a massive boost thanks to some loyal fellow gai'shain!

Let us know what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-17870008 Sat, 20 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +1000 7637 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Siuan, Rebels, Tar Valon, Beonin, Elaida, Seanchan, Perrin, Faile, Demandred, Mesaana, Semirhage, Moridin, Mogehien, Cyndane, Lanfear 11 2 full true Ep107: Knife of Dreams, Prologue Ep107: Knife of Dreams, Prologue It's a new day, a new episode and a new book! And Knife of Dreams kicks things off with a BANG!

Galad makes some big moves in the Whitecloaks organisation.

Rodel Ituralde starts his raids on the Seanchan in Tarabon, putting his grand plan in action.

Suroth gets annoyed and takes Rodel Ituralde's bait.

Pevara formally gets assigned the job of approaching the Black Tower about bonding Asha'man as warders, and learns Talene has been summoned by the Black Ajah Supreme Council.

Alviarin smells a rat, and not just one of the rats in the Tower. She has Doesine and Yukiri watched.

Perrin gets a visit from Galina after she's scooped up by Gaul and Neald and extracts a bit of information about the Shaido and Malden from her.

Egwene arrives at the White Tower after being captured at the harbour. She learns she won't be stilled, but will be re-entered into the Novice book.

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Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's a new day, a new episode and a new book! And Knife of Dreams kicks things off with a BANG!

Galad makes some big moves in the Whitecloaks organisation.

Rodel Ituralde starts his raids on the Seanchan in Tarabon, putting his grand plan in action.

Suroth gets annoyed and takes Rodel Ituralde's bait.

Pevara formally gets assigned the job of approaching the Black Tower about bonding Asha'man as warders, and learns Talene has been summoned by the Black Ajah Supreme Council.

Alviarin smells a rat, and not just one of the rats in the Tower. She has Doesine and Yukiri watched.

Perrin gets a visit from Galina after she's scooped up by Gaul and Neald and extracts a bit of information about the Shaido and Malden from her.

Egwene arrives at the White Tower after being captured at the harbour. She learns she won't be stilled, but will be re-entered into the Novice book.

Let us know what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-17771368 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +1000 9336 WoT, Wheel of Time, Knife of Dreams, Galad, Eamon Valda, Children of the Light, Rodel Ituralde, Suroth, Seanchan, Alviarin, Semirhage, Pevara, Perrin, Berelain, Neald, Gaul, Galina, Egwene, White Tower, Amyrlin Seat 11 1 full true Ep106: New Spring, Chapters 20 - Epilogue Ep106: New Spring, Chapters 20 - Epilogue And just like that we're at the finish line!

Moiraine and her Malkieri escort encounter some bandits and would be assassins on the way to Chachin, but deal with them accordingly.

In Chachin Lan is eager to get away from the infuriating woman and makes his way to the palace. He's confronted by his past as a future he is not remotely interested in is laid out before him.

Meanwhile Moiraine and Siuan set up in the palace in an ttempt to find noble mother from their lists. Merean also appears and it forces Moiraine to act quickly.

After a bit of rooting around Moiraine finds out who Lan really is and things start to happen quickly, resulting in a big showdown and the deaths of multiple people.

When the dust has settled Moiraine and Siuan have more information on the Black Ajah, and Moiraine gets a new warder...

Let us know what you thought!

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Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And just like that we're at the finish line!

Moiraine and her Malkieri escort encounter some bandits and would be assassins on the way to Chachin, but deal with them accordingly.

In Chachin Lan is eager to get away from the infuriating woman and makes his way to the palace. He's confronted by his past as a future he is not remotely interested in is laid out before him.

Meanwhile Moiraine and Siuan set up in the palace in an ttempt to find noble mother from their lists. Merean also appears and it forces Moiraine to act quickly.

After a bit of rooting around Moiraine finds out who Lan really is and things start to happen quickly, resulting in a big showdown and the deaths of multiple people.

When the dust has settled Moiraine and Siuan have more information on the Black Ajah, and Moiraine gets a new warder...

Let us know what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-17622576 Sat, 09 Aug 2025 01:00:00 +1000 10486 WoT, Wheel of Time, New Spring, Moiraine, Lan, Malkier, Kandor, Borderlands, Black Ajah, The Dragon Reborn, Chachin full true Ep105: New Spring, Chapters 13 - 19 Ep105: New Spring, Chapters 13 - 19 It's time to hit the road!

Moiraine is making preparations to leave the city, despite a direct order from the Amyrlin to stay in the White Tower.

Meanwhile Lan and Bukama arrive in Canluum and re-connect with old aquaintances. Some news and a bit of swordplay set the Malkieri to Chachin.

Then, surprise visits from Cadsuane and Siuan!

On the way to Chachin, the fresh faced Aes Sedai and the King without a country finally meet.

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]]> It's time to hit the road!

Moiraine is making preparations to leave the city, despite a direct order from the Amyrlin to stay in the White Tower.

Meanwhile Lan and Bukama arrive in Canluum and re-connect with old aquaintances. Some news and a bit of swordplay set the Malkieri to Chachin.

Then, surprise visits from Cadsuane and Siuan!

On the way to Chachin, the fresh faced Aes Sedai and the King without a country finally meet.

Let us know what you thought!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-17469210 Sat, 12 Jul 2025 01:00:00 +1000 9889 Wheel of Time, WoT, New Spring, Lan, ,Cadsuane, Moiraine, Siuan, White Tower, Cairhien, Bukuma, Caluum, Borderlands full true Ep104: New Spring, Chapters 6 - 12 Ep104: New Spring, Chapters 6 - 12 We're back in the White Tower and the girls, (Moiraine and Siuan in this book) are busy poring over the lists of names captured by the Accepted in the Camps around Tar Valon. They decide to make their own short lists for their own use later...

Meanwhile Tamra seems to be reaching out to trsuted Sisters to begin the search for the Dragon Reborn in earnest.

All the while they are also preparing for their imminent test to be raised to the shawl. Elaida decides to insert herself in the practice and things get ugly.

But eventually Moiraine and Siuan are both called to their test and rasied to the Blue Ajah. They get the big welcome in the Blue ajah quarters, meet the First Selector and are immediately conscripted into their pre-assigedn roles.

Moiraine knows she needs to escape the Tower ASAP...

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Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> We're back in the White Tower and the girls, (Moiraine and Siuan in this book) are busy poring over the lists of names captured by the Accepted in the Camps around Tar Valon. They decide to make their own short lists for their own use later...

Meanwhile Tamra seems to be reaching out to trsuted Sisters to begin the search for the Dragon Reborn in earnest.

All the while they are also preparing for their imminent test to be raised to the shawl. Elaida decides to insert herself in the practice and things get ugly.

But eventually Moiraine and Siuan are both called to their test and rasied to the Blue Ajah. They get the big welcome in the Blue ajah quarters, meet the First Selector and are immediately conscripted into their pre-assigedn roles.

Moiraine knows she needs to escape the Tower ASAP...

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-17385865 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +1000 10056 WoT, Wheel of Time, New Spring, White Tower, Elaida, Moiraine, Siuan, Aes Sedai Test, Shawl, Sheriam, Myrelle, Lan full true Ep103: New Spring, Chapters 1 - 5 Ep103: New Spring, Chapters 1 - 5 We're diving into the prequel and our experiences are... different!

We park Rand's journey to pick up with young Lan and Moiraine.

Lan encounters some Aiel after Laman has been killed already, while Moiraine and Siuan witness the Foretelling from Gitara Moroso annoucing the birth of The Dragon Reborn on the slopes of Dragonmount.

They are immediately made part of the effort to identify and locate the infant, and the Tower is abuzz...

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

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Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're diving into the prequel and our experiences are... different!

We park Rand's journey to pick up with young Lan and Moiraine.

Lan encounters some Aiel after Laman has been killed already, while Moiraine and Siuan witness the Foretelling from Gitara Moroso annoucing the birth of The Dragon Reborn on the slopes of Dragonmount.

They are immediately made part of the effort to identify and locate the infant, and the Tower is abuzz...

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-17330064 Sat, 14 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +1000 10026 Wheel of Time, WoT, New Spring, Lan, Aiel War, Laman, Gitara Moroso, Moiraine, Siuan, White Tower, Foretelling bonus true Ep102: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 29 - Epilogue Ep102: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 29 - Epilogue And there it is! The end of the slog! Or is it? Does the slog even exist!? Tune in and find out!

While we do spend most of our time talking about the slog there are still some significant events in these chapters.

Mat has to deal with a renegade sul'dam and Tuon's willfulness at the same time, and Egwene makes a last minute change to her secrett plan for the White Tower and... things don't work out great.

And Rand gets a response from thte Seanchan and they agree to meet with him.

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

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Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And there it is! The end of the slog! Or is it? Does the slog even exist!? Tune in and find out!

While we do spend most of our time talking about the slog there are still some significant events in these chapters.

Mat has to deal with a renegade sul'dam and Tuon's willfulness at the same time, and Egwene makes a last minute change to her secrett plan for the White Tower and... things don't work out great.

And Rand gets a response from thte Seanchan and they agree to meet with him.

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-17236530 Sat, 31 May 2025 01:00:00 +1000 10808 WoT, Wheel of Time, Book 10, Crossroads of Twilight, Mat, Tuon, Renna, Sul'dam, Egwene, Siuan, White Tower, Aes sedai, Rand, Davram Bashere, Seanchan, The Slog 10 9 full true Ep101: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 25 - 28 Ep101: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 25 - 28 We're getting to the pointy end and things are starting to wrap up!

Perrin's army is at each other's throats and they are hungry. Then Perrin and his crew have to navigate a haunted town to buy some wheat.

Back at camp Perrin pushes himself futher than he's comfortable when interrogating some captured Shaido, and makes a big choice.

Finally, and old friend with more options returns to the scene, thanks to Balwer.

Mat is having a torrid time trying to keep his entourage to keep a low profile. Plus he's full on courting Tuon!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're getting to the pointy end and things are starting to wrap up!

Perrin's army is at each other's throats and they are hungry. Then Perrin and his crew have to navigate a haunted town to buy some wheat.

Back at camp Perrin pushes himself futher than he's comfortable when interrogating some captured Shaido, and makes a big choice.

Finally, and old friend with more options returns to the scene, thanks to Balwer.

Mat is having a torrid time trying to keep his entourage to keep a low profile. Plus he's full on courting Tuon!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-17150781 Sat, 17 May 2025 01:00:00 +1000 10281 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Perrin, Aram, Berelain, Annoura, So Harbour, Aiel, Elyas, Axe, Mat, tuon, Egeanin, Seanchan 10 8 full true Ep100: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 20 - 24 Ep100: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 20 - 24 Can you believe it? We've been doing this for 100 episodes!? Well, I can. So let's keep rolling!

We have quite a bit of variety in this episode: 

Egwene and some prophetic dreams plus an Aes Sedai murder. 

Alviarin returns to the White Tower and has to face Elaida, Mesaana and Shaidar Haran.

Pevara and Tarna Feir do their best to redeem the Red Ajah by considering plans Elaida would despise.

Cadsuane schemes while Rand heals up, and suddenly Logain, Bashere and Loial show up for a visit!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

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Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> Can you believe it? We've been doing this for 100 episodes!? Well, I can. So let's keep rolling!

We have quite a bit of variety in this episode: 

Egwene and some prophetic dreams plus an Aes Sedai murder. 

Alviarin returns to the White Tower and has to face Elaida, Mesaana and Shaidar Haran.

Pevara and Tarna Feir do their best to redeem the Red Ajah by considering plans Elaida would despise.

Cadsuane schemes while Rand heals up, and suddenly Logain, Bashere and Loial show up for a visit!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-17078339 Sat, 03 May 2025 01:00:00 +1000 9417 Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Egwene, Halima, Alviarin, Mesaana, Shaidar Haran, Elaida, Pevara, Tarna Feir, Cadsuane, Lan, Nynaeve, Elza Penfell, Verin, Rand al'Thor 10 7 full true Ep99: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 16 - 19 Ep99: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 16 - 19 We're back and we have moved on from the Andoran politics!

We join Egwene as she assesses her options for the siege of Tar Valon. Gareth Bryne advises attack, but Egwene wants to avoid Aes Sedai on Aes Sedai fighting at all costs. 

In the meantime there are various political under currents demanding she address negotiations with the White and Black Towers, as well as the small issue of the massive "weapon" deployed at Shadar Logoth.

And for good measure, Egwene is surrounded by Black Ajah sisters and an actual Forsaken sleeping in her tent. Yikes!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back and we have moved on from the Andoran politics!

We join Egwene as she assesses her options for the siege of Tar Valon. Gareth Bryne advises attack, but Egwene wants to avoid Aes Sedai on Aes Sedai fighting at all costs. 

In the meantime there are various political under currents demanding she address negotiations with the White and Black Towers, as well as the small issue of the massive "weapon" deployed at Shadar Logoth.

And for good measure, Egwene is surrounded by Black Ajah sisters and an actual Forsaken sleeping in her tent. Yikes!

Let us know what you thought of this stretch of chapters using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-16987277 Sat, 19 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +1000 9019 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Book 10, Egwene, Aes Sedai, Tar Valon, Gareth Bryne, Delana, Sheriam, Cuendillar 10 6 full true Ep98: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 13 - 15 Ep98: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 13 - 15 And we're back! Ready to tackle the political intrigue of Andor, as well as the concept of "The Slog".

In these chapters Elayne meets the young High Seats of the houses Dyelin has managed to recruit for Elayne's claim to the throne before she gets her reports from her spy-masters-in-all-but-name: Reene Harfour and Halwin Norry!

Later she is visited by Monaelle and Sumeko to practice a pregnancy weave and they sense the cleansing event end.

We then cut to a rare POV from Elenia Sarand, the captive Andoran noble who is being controlled by Arymilla but who has her own plans. 

We also get a POV from Daved Hanlon as he meets with Falion and Milli Skane to give us some insights into their machinations...

Let us know what you thought of these chapters!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And we're back! Ready to tackle the political intrigue of Andor, as well as the concept of "The Slog".

In these chapters Elayne meets the young High Seats of the houses Dyelin has managed to recruit for Elayne's claim to the throne before she gets her reports from her spy-masters-in-all-but-name: Reene Harfour and Halwin Norry!

Later she is visited by Monaelle and Sumeko to practice a pregnancy weave and they sense the cleansing event end.

We then cut to a rare POV from Elenia Sarand, the captive Andoran noble who is being controlled by Arymilla but who has her own plans. 

We also get a POV from Daved Hanlon as he meets with Falion and Milli Skane to give us some insights into their machinations...

Let us know what you thought of these chapters!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-16895295 Sat, 05 Apr 2025 01:00:00 +1100 9322 Wheel of Time, WoT, Crossroads of Twilight, Elayne, Birgitte, Aviendha, Dyelin, Andor, Lion Throne, Daved Hanlon, Darkfriends, Falion, Milli Skane, Elenia Sarand, Naean Arawn, Monaelle, Sumeko 10 5 full true Ep97: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 9 - 12 Ep97: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 9 - 12 We're in it now, friends. The stretch of chapters that have alwasy to me represented the concept of the slog.

And I'm happy to report, I didn't mind them. But at least one of us has very strong feelings about the chapters and the book, and we explore that with vigor! 

We touch base with Faile who is fending off adversity on every front.

Then we join Elayne and aviendha as they go about the business of managing the Kin, Windfinders and Aes Sedai. During a siege. While trying to gain support for the crown. And then a bath happens and more Seafolk rudeness.

Let us know what you thought of these much discussed stretch of the story!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> We're in it now, friends. The stretch of chapters that have alwasy to me represented the concept of the slog.

And I'm happy to report, I didn't mind them. But at least one of us has very strong feelings about the chapters and the book, and we explore that with vigor! 

We touch base with Faile who is fending off adversity on every front.

Then we join Elayne and aviendha as they go about the business of managing the Kin, Windfinders and Aes Sedai. During a siege. While trying to gain support for the crown. And then a bath happens and more Seafolk rudeness.

Let us know what you thought of these much discussed stretch of the story!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-16744443 Sat, 08 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +1100 11138 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Book 10, Faile, Shaido, Galina, Morgase, Malden, Elayne, Aviendha, Caemlyn, Bath, Windfinders, Birgitte, Doilin Mellar 10 4 full true Ep96: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 5 - 8 Ep96: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 5 - 8 And we're back! Albeit with 2 of the three a little under the weather, so brace yourself for some croaky voices at points!

But we soldier on, much like Perrin on his unrelenting persuit of his kidnapped wife. There is some good news on that front, but at teh same time Perrin needs to manage his own reputation, the various forces travelling with him, Masema and his army of madmen and to top it all off, a huge pack of 50 darkhounds circling his camp.

It's a tough gig, but so far he's keeping it together. Let us know what you thought of his situation and our recounting thereof!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And we're back! Albeit with 2 of the three a little under the weather, so brace yourself for some croaky voices at points!

But we soldier on, much like Perrin on his unrelenting persuit of his kidnapped wife. There is some good news on that front, but at teh same time Perrin needs to manage his own reputation, the various forces travelling with him, Masema and his army of madmen and to top it all off, a huge pack of 50 darkhounds circling his camp.

It's a tough gig, but so far he's keeping it together. Let us know what you thought of his situation and our recounting thereof!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-16660778 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +1100 6976 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Perrin, Berelain, Balwer, Elyas, Shaido, Darkhounds, Aes Sedai, Masema, The Prophet 10 3 full true Ep95: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 1 - 4 Ep95: Crossroads of Twilight, Chapters 1 - 4 It's our triumphant return after an 8 week break!

And we kick off book 10 with a BANG.

After working through a healthy amount of listener contributions and callbacks, we join Mat in the aftermath of their escape from Ebou Dar in the confusion caused by the freed Windfinders.

Mat must navigate the conflicting priorities and under currents of all his entourage, including Egeanin, Tuon, the Aes Sedai he freed, and of course, Valan Luca.

We also get an insightful chapter from Furyk Karede, a downright likeable Seanchan Deathwatch Guard.

Let us know what you think of these chapters and our discussion of them by following any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's our triumphant return after an 8 week break!

And we kick off book 10 with a BANG.

After working through a healthy amount of listener contributions and callbacks, we join Mat in the aftermath of their escape from Ebou Dar in the confusion caused by the freed Windfinders.

Mat must navigate the conflicting priorities and under currents of all his entourage, including Egeanin, Tuon, the Aes Sedai he freed, and of course, Valan Luca.

We also get an insightful chapter from Furyk Karede, a downright likeable Seanchan Deathwatch Guard.

Let us know what you think of these chapters and our discussion of them by following any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-16560026 Sat, 08 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +1100 7680 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Book 10, Mat, Tuon, Egeanin, Bayle Domon, Valan Luca, Furyk Karede, Almurat Mor, Seeker, Deathwatch Guard 10 2 full true Ep94: Crossroads of Twilight, Prologue Ep94: Crossroads of Twilight, Prologue We're back with a brand new book! And this one is already shaping up to be a bit of a test. We're surprisingly divided on the prologue here, which makes for some good conversation. 3h of it!

We're treated to a scattershot of points of view, 7 of them over 80 pages. Rodel Ituralde joins the narrative, we check in with Eamon Valda and the surviving Whitecloaks, Gabrelle is observing a change in Logain, Yukiri is navigating heavy under currents in the White Tower, Gawyn feels cornered, Bashere sees things intensify in Andor when Caemlyn is besieged, and finally Samitsu and Sashalle plot, meet Loial and Krldin and save Dobraine from almost certain death.

It's a lot of setup, and some of us got more out of it than others, so let us know what you got out of it via any of the social media links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back with a brand new book! And this one is already shaping up to be a bit of a test. We're surprisingly divided on the prologue here, which makes for some good conversation. 3h of it!

We're treated to a scattershot of points of view, 7 of them over 80 pages. Rodel Ituralde joins the narrative, we check in with Eamon Valda and the surviving Whitecloaks, Gabrelle is observing a change in Logain, Yukiri is navigating heavy under currents in the White Tower, Gawyn feels cornered, Bashere sees things intensify in Andor when Caemlyn is besieged, and finally Samitsu and Sashalle plot, meet Loial and Krldin and save Dobraine from almost certain death.

It's a lot of setup, and some of us got more out of it than others, so let us know what you got out of it via any of the social media links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-16252807 Sat, 14 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +1100 10957 WoT, Wheel of Time, Crossroads of Twilight, Book 10, Rodel Ituralde, Logain, Eamon Valda, Whitecloaks, Davram Bashere, Caemlyn, White Tower, Gawyn, Younglings 10 1 full true Ep93: Winter's Heart, Chapters 33 - 35 Ep93: Winter's Heart, Chapters 33 - 35 It's the big finale! And we mean, BIG. HUGE.

Rand takes care of some unfinished business in Far Madding, but not without a price. By the time the women pull him and Lan out of the coals it's too late, and Rand has taken some more emotional knocks.

But he's all business as he leads the now combined party from Far Madding to everyone's favourite cursed city to perform the single greatest feat of channelling performed in this age. And the Forsaken won't have it! Battles ensue...

Let us know what you think of the chapters, book and episode by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's the big finale! And we mean, BIG. HUGE.

Rand takes care of some unfinished business in Far Madding, but not without a price. By the time the women pull him and Lan out of the coals it's too late, and Rand has taken some more emotional knocks.

But he's all business as he leads the now combined party from Far Madding to everyone's favourite cursed city to perform the single greatest feat of channelling performed in this age. And the Forsaken won't have it! Battles ensue...

Let us know what you think of the chapters, book and episode by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-16187512 Sat, 30 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +1100 9925 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Rand, Min, Cadsuane, Asha'man, Forsaken, Cyndane, Aran'gar, Osan'gar, Demandred, Graendal, Moghedien, saidin, saidar, Choeden Kal, Callandor 9 10 full true Ep92: Winter's Heart, Chapters 28 - 32 Ep92: Winter's Heart, Chapters 28 - 32 Too late now for anything but beginning...

Mat and the gang prepare to escape Ebou Dar. They do all the recon, make some plans, then make some new plans, then change those plans in an all action episode!

We also quickly check back in with Rand who is still hunting traitors in Far Madding, and who receives a big tip off on where to find two of them...

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Too late now for anything but beginning...

Mat and the gang prepare to escape Ebou Dar. They do all the recon, make some plans, then make some new plans, then change those plans in an all action episode!

We also quickly check back in with Rand who is still hunting traitors in Far Madding, and who receives a big tip off on where to find two of them...

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-16023900 Sat, 02 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +1100 7868 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Rand, Min, Asha'man, Mat, Egeanin, Bayle Domon, damane, Sul'dam, Ebou Dar, Thom, Juilin, Olver, Tuon 9 9 full true Ep91: Winter's Heart, Chapters 24 - 27 Ep91: Winter's Heart, Chapters 24 - 27 Welcome back friends!

Join us as we peer over Shallon's shoulder and watch Cadsuane run roughshod over the Far Madding Leadership. 

Later it's Rand's turn to be Cadsuaned and he finally has a big chat with Allana.

Verin almost steals the show with a last minute change of plan, but when Merilille returns with news from the Borderlander army Elayne springs into action and negotiates a deal with the 4 rulers to help her claim.

We're getting ready for the big finale!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back friends!

Join us as we peer over Shallon's shoulder and watch Cadsuane run roughshod over the Far Madding Leadership. 

Later it's Rand's turn to be Cadsuaned and he finally has a big chat with Allana.

Verin almost steals the show with a last minute change of plan, but when Merilille returns with news from the Borderlander army Elayne springs into action and negotiates a deal with the 4 rulers to help her claim.

We're getting ready for the big finale!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-15929673 Sat, 19 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +1100 8293 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Rand, Min, Allana, Elayne, Aviendha, Wise Ones, First sisters, Seafolk, Far Madding, Birgitte, Borderlanders, Cadsuane, Verin, 9 8 full true Ep90: Winter's Heart, Chapters 20 - 23 Ep90: Winter's Heart, Chapters 20 - 23 Another mixed bag of treats this week with loads of rare POVs!

The Seanchan Seeker, Almurat Mor, makes an appearance and scares the bejsus out of Bethamin, a lame Sul'dam.

She runs to Egeanin who's lounging around with her butler boyfriend and smuggler extraordinaire, Bayle Domon.

We have Rand kicking ass in Far Madding and Padan Fain with a subtle cameo.

And finally we have Cadsuane and an entourage of Aes Sedai and Seafolk show up right outside Far Madding as well. Whooooo, wonder how this is going to go!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Another mixed bag of treats this week with loads of rare POVs!

The Seanchan Seeker, Almurat Mor, makes an appearance and scares the bejsus out of Bethamin, a lame Sul'dam.

She runs to Egeanin who's lounging around with her butler boyfriend and smuggler extraordinaire, Bayle Domon.

We have Rand kicking ass in Far Madding and Padan Fain with a subtle cameo.

And finally we have Cadsuane and an entourage of Aes Sedai and Seafolk show up right outside Far Madding as well. Whooooo, wonder how this is going to go!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-15855929 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +1000 8311 Wot, Winter's Heart, Bethamin, Almurat Mor, Seanchan, Seeker, Sul'dam, Damane, Egeanin, Bayle Domon, Rand, Asha'man, Min, Lan, Nynaeve, Alivia, Padan Fain, Cadsuane, Sea Folk, Far Madding 9 7 full true Ep89: Winter's Heart, Chapters 16 - 19 Ep89: Winter's Heart, Chapters 16 - 19 It's all happening in Ebou Dar!

Mat's party for the next leg of his journey is taking shape. Alludra, Teslyn, Joline and Tuon are all around him, plus Thom, Juilin, Olver and his closest men from the Band.

Tuon is definitely taking an ineterst in Mat, but Mat can only think of getting out of Ebou Dar and how to squeeze Alludra's secrets from her. Literally.

Oh, and a Gholam tries to kill Mat, only for Jain Farstrider to join his party.

We're gearing up for the great escape from Ebou Dar!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's all happening in Ebou Dar!

Mat's party for the next leg of his journey is taking shape. Alludra, Teslyn, Joline and Tuon are all around him, plus Thom, Juilin, Olver and his closest men from the Band.

Tuon is definitely taking an ineterst in Mat, but Mat can only think of getting out of Ebou Dar and how to squeeze Alludra's secrets from her. Literally.

Oh, and a Gholam tries to kill Mat, only for Jain Farstrider to join his party.

We're gearing up for the great escape from Ebou Dar!

Let us know what you think of the episode using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-15780125 Sat, 21 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +1000 7423 WoT, Winter's Heart, Mat, Thom, Olver, Valan Luca, Aludra, Gholam, Noal, Tylin, Suroth, Tuon, Eheanin, Bayle Domon, Ebou Dar, Seanchan Anath, Teslyn, Joline, Setalle Anan 9 6 full true Ep88: Winter's Heart, Chapters 12 - 15 Ep88: Winter's Heart, Chapters 12 - 15 At long last, more rambling!

In this episode Rand is cornered by the women in his life, and made to understand how things will be. Spoiler: Everyone is happy (except Nynaeve)

Cadsuane is doing Cadsuane things, including taking down the Seafolk a peg or two and having Asha'am in civvies serve her mulled wine.

There is a fun little Forsaken gathering with Moridin in fine form.

Tuon arrives! And as if the herald the return of a fan favourite...

...Mat's back! And healing up in Ebou Dar, trying to cuddle the secrets of fireworks out of Aludra.

Tell us what you thought of the episode using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> At long last, more rambling!

In this episode Rand is cornered by the women in his life, and made to understand how things will be. Spoiler: Everyone is happy (except Nynaeve)

Cadsuane is doing Cadsuane things, including taking down the Seafolk a peg or two and having Asha'am in civvies serve her mulled wine.

There is a fun little Forsaken gathering with Moridin in fine form.

Tuon arrives! And as if the herald the return of a fan favourite...

...Mat's back! And healing up in Ebou Dar, trying to cuddle the secrets of fireworks out of Aludra.

Tell us what you thought of the episode using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-15686841 Sat, 07 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +1000 8636 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Elayne, Aviendha, Min, Rand, Nynaeve, Lan, First sisters, Black Ajah, Forsaken, Moridin, Demandred, Cyndane, Graendal, Mat, Thom, Olver, Aludra, Cadsuane, Verin, Sorilea, Tuon, Seanchan, Anath 9 5 full true Ep87: Winter's Heart, Chapters 10 - 11 Ep87: Winter's Heart, Chapters 10 - 11 Hello again, and welcome back to "everybody's popping in"!

We join Elayne and her gang shortly after the attempt at her life and get an unexpected but welcome visit from Egwene in Tel'aran'rhiod. 

We also get a glimpse of Slayer and a bit of a debrief from the Black Ajah sisters in Caemlyn, and as if that's not dark enough, a check in with Milli Skane and her latest plant, Daved Hanlon.

We then switch to Nynaeve who is having a torrid time with the Windfinders, but another surprise visit from Rand and Min seems to open the door for her to escape the drudgery of being everyone's teacher.

Tell us what you though of the episode using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Hello again, and welcome back to "everybody's popping in"!

We join Elayne and her gang shortly after the attempt at her life and get an unexpected but welcome visit from Egwene in Tel'aran'rhiod. 

We also get a glimpse of Slayer and a bit of a debrief from the Black Ajah sisters in Caemlyn, and as if that's not dark enough, a check in with Milli Skane and her latest plant, Daved Hanlon.

We then switch to Nynaeve who is having a torrid time with the Windfinders, but another surprise visit from Rand and Min seems to open the door for her to escape the drudgery of being everyone's teacher.

Tell us what you though of the episode using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-15477934 Sat, 27 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +1000 9508 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Rand, Min, Elayne, Aviendha, Wise Ones, First sisters, Seafolk, Black Ajah, Windfinders, Nynaeve, Lan, Alivia, Damane 9 4 full true Ep86: Winter's Heart, Chapters 6 - 9 Ep86: Winter's Heart, Chapters 6 - 9 And they're off! Perrin finally sets off after Faile but not after having to navigate a tricky PR situation and suffering the Prophet's madness.

Elayne meanwhile has a busy morning. Riding around the city, taking reports, getting changed, dealing with the Kin and the "gift" from Rand, managing Vandene and getting frustrated and inspired by Nynaeve in equal measure, and finally gets forkrooted and attacked. It's tough being the Daughter Heir!

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Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And they're off! Perrin finally sets off after Faile but not after having to navigate a tricky PR situation and suffering the Prophet's madness.

Elayne meanwhile has a busy morning. Riding around the city, taking reports, getting changed, dealing with the Kin and the "gift" from Rand, managing Vandene and getting frustrated and inspired by Nynaeve in equal measure, and finally gets forkrooted and attacked. It's tough being the Daughter Heir!

Let us know what we missed by using any of the social media links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-15391083 Sat, 13 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +1000 9015 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Elayne, Birgitte, The Kin, Alivia, Masema, Norry, Balwer, The Prophet, Perrin, Faile, Daved Hanlon, Forkroot, Nynaeve, Lan 9 3 full true Ep85: Winter's Heart, Chapters 1 - 5 Ep85: Winter's Heart, Chapters 1 - 5 Ok, everybody get your scarves and mittens on because we're starting the ol' cold trudge!

Perrin and his entourage leave Abila and the prophet and head back to camp where they find a tense stand off. He learns that Faile has been captured and reacts predictably.

Meanwhile Faile, Alliandre, Maigdin and co are learning what it means to be taken gai'shain, in the snow, on the move. They cross paths with Therava and Sevannah, and regretably, Galina. Immediately plans are made by everyone...

Let us know what we missed by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Ok, everybody get your scarves and mittens on because we're starting the ol' cold trudge!

Perrin and his entourage leave Abila and the prophet and head back to camp where they find a tense stand off. He learns that Faile has been captured and reacts predictably.

Meanwhile Faile, Alliandre, Maigdin and co are learning what it means to be taken gai'shain, in the snow, on the move. They cross paths with Therava and Sevannah, and regretably, Galina. Immediately plans are made by everyone...

Let us know what we missed by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-15321707 Sat, 29 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +1000 9938 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Perrin, Faile, Berelain, Masema, The Prophet, Elyas, Shaido, Sevannah, Therava 9 2 full true Ep84: Winter's Heart, Prologue Ep84: Winter's Heart, Prologue One more time, from the top! Join us as we embark on the journey that is book 9, Winter's Heart.

In the prologue we check in with Seaine and Pevara as they hunt the Black ajah in the White Tower.

We jump over to Elayne who is dealing with the current state of affairs in Andor, including the Black Tower, as well as partaking in a sacred Aiel ceremony.

Toveine is coming to grips with what has happened to the captured sisters and the political undercurrents in the Black Tower.

And finally Rand is jumping around, laying false trails for anyone that might be hunting him, and he explains to Min exactly what he intends to do next. It's a doozy!

Let us know what we missed by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> One more time, from the top! Join us as we embark on the journey that is book 9, Winter's Heart.

In the prologue we check in with Seaine and Pevara as they hunt the Black ajah in the White Tower.

We jump over to Elayne who is dealing with the current state of affairs in Andor, including the Black Tower, as well as partaking in a sacred Aiel ceremony.

Toveine is coming to grips with what has happened to the captured sisters and the political undercurrents in the Black Tower.

And finally Rand is jumping around, laying false trails for anyone that might be hunting him, and he explains to Min exactly what he intends to do next. It's a doozy!

Let us know what we missed by using any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-15234622 Sat, 15 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +1000 7805 WoT, Winter's Heart, Book 9, Rand, Min, Logain, Black Tower, Elayne, Aviendha, Wise Ones, First sisters, Mazrim Taim, Seafolk, White Tower, Black Ajah 9 1 full true Ep83: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 28 - 31 Ep83: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 28 - 31 It's that time again! A book finale! And boy, what a finale it is. After the wild events of our previous episode, there is plenty more to chew on here. 

Elayne has to deal with new developments in the Kin/Aes Sedai relationship, and finally arrives in Caemlyn to begin her claim in earnest. 

We bid farewell to Jaichim Carridin, but before you gett too excited, he's replaced by arguably an even more hateful character in Daved Hanlon. 

In Cairhien the Aes Sedai kidnappers under Wise ONes control swear fealty to Rand, and soon after his rooms in are exploded. He goes haring off to find the attackers, spooking the Dashiva, Gedwyn and Rochaid who seem to be the perpetrators. Morr is left to defend Min, but he suffers a sad fate. 

Perrin finally meets up with Masema, but while he's away Faile and friends are captured by Shaido. We all know where this is going!

We also discuss Book 8 as a whole and whether it should be counted among "The Slog" or not. Spoiler: it shouldn't!

Let us know what you think of book 8 using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's that time again! A book finale! And boy, what a finale it is. After the wild events of our previous episode, there is plenty more to chew on here. 

Elayne has to deal with new developments in the Kin/Aes Sedai relationship, and finally arrives in Caemlyn to begin her claim in earnest. 

We bid farewell to Jaichim Carridin, but before you gett too excited, he's replaced by arguably an even more hateful character in Daved Hanlon. 

In Cairhien the Aes Sedai kidnappers under Wise ONes control swear fealty to Rand, and soon after his rooms in are exploded. He goes haring off to find the attackers, spooking the Dashiva, Gedwyn and Rochaid who seem to be the perpetrators. Morr is left to defend Min, but he suffers a sad fate. 

Perrin finally meets up with Masema, but while he's away Faile and friends are captured by Shaido. We all know where this is going!

We also discuss Book 8 as a whole and whether it should be counted among "The Slog" or not. Spoiler: it shouldn't!

Let us know what you think of book 8 using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-15161296 Sat, 01 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +1000 10510 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Elayne, Birgitte, Rand, Min, Dashiva, Asha'man, Daved Hanlon, Adeleas, Vandene, Fedwin Morr, Lan, Nynaeve, Aviendha, Sorilea, Perrin, Faile, Egwene, Masema 8 9 full true Ep82: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 24 - 27 Ep82: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 24 - 27 Book 8 is almost done and stuff is HAPPENING!

Rand faces the full Seanchan force at Ebou Dar and stuff goes a little wild.

In the White Tower Elaida is bossed about by Alviarin, who in turn has a meeting with Mesaana and starts to get a little ahead of herself...

The hunt for the Black Ajah in the White Tower has begun in earnest and quickly reaps some rewards. While near the Black Tower, things are not much better for the Aes Sedai.

Rand returns to Cairhien where he has to reckon with Min's annoyance at being shelved while Rand chases danger, and then the Maidens for leaving them behind too. He eventually meets again with Cadsuane and they come to an arrangement.

Let's come to an arrangement as well, and to do so, please use the helpful links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Book 8 is almost done and stuff is HAPPENING!

Rand faces the full Seanchan force at Ebou Dar and stuff goes a little wild.

In the White Tower Elaida is bossed about by Alviarin, who in turn has a meeting with Mesaana and starts to get a little ahead of herself...

The hunt for the Black Ajah in the White Tower has begun in earnest and quickly reaps some rewards. While near the Black Tower, things are not much better for the Aes Sedai.

Rand returns to Cairhien where he has to reckon with Min's annoyance at being shelved while Rand chases danger, and then the Maidens for leaving them behind too. He eventually meets again with Cadsuane and they come to an arrangement.

Let's come to an arrangement as well, and to do so, please use the helpful links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-15072821 Sat, 18 May 2024 01:00:00 +1000 9393 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Rand, Asha'man, Callandor, Seanchan, Elayne, Birgitte, Nynaeve, Sea Folk, Min, Aiel, Maidens of the Spear, Cadsuane, Black Ajah, Elaida, White Tower, Alviarin, Mesaana 8 8 full true Ep81: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 20 - 23 Ep81: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 20 - 23 Welcome back friends!

In this episode we check in briefly with the women who fled the farm near Ebou Dar as it was attacked by the Seanchan. When everyone is healed and rested up, the party of Aes Sedai, Kin, Seafolk and other hangers on make their way to Caemlyn

We then jump to Rand who has undertaken a massive task. He's planning on rooting out the Seanchan from the mountains between Ebou Dar and Illian, and he's doing it with a handful of soldiers, nobles plotting against him and around 50 half mad Asha'man.

And things seem to be going well! For now. If you take the crippling nausea, assassination attempts and the brutality of war out of it...

Willie generates a bunch of fan fiction in this episode, so keep an ear out for that!

Send us your fan fiction using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back friends!

In this episode we check in briefly with the women who fled the farm near Ebou Dar as it was attacked by the Seanchan. When everyone is healed and rested up, the party of Aes Sedai, Kin, Seafolk and other hangers on make their way to Caemlyn

We then jump to Rand who has undertaken a massive task. He's planning on rooting out the Seanchan from the mountains between Ebou Dar and Illian, and he's doing it with a handful of soldiers, nobles plotting against him and around 50 half mad Asha'man.

And things seem to be going well! For now. If you take the crippling nausea, assassination attempts and the brutality of war out of it...

Willie generates a bunch of fan fiction in this episode, so keep an ear out for that!

Send us your fan fiction using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-14911140 Sat, 20 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +1000 8716 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Rand, Elayne, Nynaeve, Seanchan, Asha'man, Illian, Ebou Dar, Andor, Saidin 8 7 full true Ep80: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 16 - 19 Ep80: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 16 - 19 And we're back! Guess who else is back? Egwene. The young, rebel Amyrlin Seat with a plan. And it all plays out in this episode.

From the setup at camp, the meeting on the ice, the interactions with all the Aes Sedai factions along the way and finally, the showdown with the Hall.

Great stuff and thouroughly compelling! But did you enjoy it? Let us know, using th social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> And we're back! Guess who else is back? Egwene. The young, rebel Amyrlin Seat with a plan. And it all plays out in this episode.

From the setup at camp, the meeting on the ice, the interactions with all the Aes Sedai factions along the way and finally, the showdown with the Hall.

Great stuff and thouroughly compelling! But did you enjoy it? Let us know, using th social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-14804692 Sat, 06 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +1100 9380 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Egwene, Siuan, Gareth Bryne, Amyrlin Seat, Sitter, Vote for War, Salidar, Rebel Aes Sedai 8 6 full true Ep79: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 12 - 15 Ep79: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 12 - 15 What a mix in this episode!

Three forsaken in one room. That goes about as well as you'd imagine. ThenCadsuane and Sorilea in one room, another clash of strong personalities...

Rand is scooping up the remnants of Lord Brend's army in the countryside and then gets reports from Eben Hopwill, Fedwin Morr and Torval before sending them all off. Narishma gets some special instructions too...

And we get back to Egwene who has had another obstacle put in her way. Quite literally. An army.

Let us know what you think using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> What a mix in this episode!

Three forsaken in one room. That goes about as well as you'd imagine. ThenCadsuane and Sorilea in one room, another clash of strong personalities...

Rand is scooping up the remnants of Lord Brend's army in the countryside and then gets reports from Eben Hopwill, Fedwin Morr and Torval before sending them all off. Narishma gets some special instructions too...

And we get back to Egwene who has had another obstacle put in her way. Quite literally. An army.

Let us know what you think using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-14545233 Sat, 24 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +1100 9093 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Illian, Graendal, Cyndane, Moghedien, Shaidar Haran, Asha'man, Rand, Narishma, Callandor, Egwene, Siuan, Aes Sedai, Gareth Bryne 8 5 full true Ep78: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 9 - 11 Ep78: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 9 - 11 Things are happening!

Well, sort of. Perrin is trying to manage his hodge podge army while at the same time meddling in Wise Ones' affairs. Seems foolhardy.

But things suddenly take a turn when Alliandre shows up in camp and Perrin stumbles his way to a small victory. And then some hangings. Also, Elyas!

We catch up with the loathemsome Sevanna who is holding on for dear life trying to control the Shaido Wise Ones, and Galina ends up swearing an oath to obey Sevanna and Therava, and it's starting to look a little hopeless for this black ajah sister...

Finally, I must apologise again for my poor mic quality. You have no idea how that breaks my heart! 

Let me know what you think about my mic work and contribute to our Callbacks section using the links below! 

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Things are happening!

Well, sort of. Perrin is trying to manage his hodge podge army while at the same time meddling in Wise Ones' affairs. Seems foolhardy.

But things suddenly take a turn when Alliandre shows up in camp and Perrin stumbles his way to a small victory. And then some hangings. Also, Elyas!

We catch up with the loathemsome Sevanna who is holding on for dear life trying to control the Shaido Wise Ones, and Galina ends up swearing an oath to obey Sevanna and Therava, and it's starting to look a little hopeless for this black ajah sister...

Finally, I must apologise again for my poor mic quality. You have no idea how that breaks my heart! 

Let me know what you think about my mic work and contribute to our Callbacks section using the links below! 

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-14470352 Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +1100 7984 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Ghealdan, Perrin, Faile, Berelain, Elyas, Sulin, Edarra, Alliandre, Prophet, Sevanna, Shaido, Therava, Galina, Aram 8 4 full true Ep77: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 6 - 8 Ep77: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 6 - 8 We're back after a loooong break and we're rearing to go!

Much like Nynaeve, Elayne and Aviendha as they flee the Kin's farm to avoid Seanchan capture. In the process Elayne attempts something dangerous and almost pays the ultimate price...

Perrin in the meantime sends Berelain to meet with Queen Alliandre and on the way back to his camp saves Morgase and co. from a Dragonsworn attack. They join his army and suddenly Faile has a bunch of staff!

Also, Tallanvor continues his tortured courtship of Morgase, but he seems to be making some inroads.

Let us know what you think about the episode and contribute to our Callbacks section using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> We're back after a loooong break and we're rearing to go!

Much like Nynaeve, Elayne and Aviendha as they flee the Kin's farm to avoid Seanchan capture. In the process Elayne attempts something dangerous and almost pays the ultimate price...

Perrin in the meantime sends Berelain to meet with Queen Alliandre and on the way back to his camp saves Morgase and co. from a Dragonsworn attack. They join his army and suddenly Faile has a bunch of staff!

Also, Tallanvor continues his tortured courtship of Morgase, but he seems to be making some inroads.

Let us know what you think about the episode and contribute to our Callbacks section using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-14367194 Sat, 27 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +1100 8789 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Ebou Dar, The Bowl of the Winds, Nynaeve, Elayne, The Kin, Aviendha, Windfinders, Perrin, Faile, Berelain, Dragonsworn, The Prophet 8 3 full true Ep76: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 2 - 5 Ep76: The Path of Daggers, Chapters 2 - 5 Welcome back everyone! In this episode we finally get to see the use of the fabled Bowl of the Winds! But first we have a bit of housekeeping to do.

The girls, Windfinders, Kin and Aes Sedai travel through the gateway to the Kin's farm while being observed by both Moridin and the gholam. Even Moridin is impressed by Aviendha's skill at unweaving.

On the other side of the gateway there is a ride of a couple hours until they reach the farm and the various groups put Elayne's skills as a leader to the test.

At the farm pandemonium breaks loose but eventually everyone is brought under control and the channellers use the Bowl of the winds to... great success? Time will tell!

As they finish they notice action over Ebou Dar, and immediately are faced with downing a raken. It's time to RUN!

Let us know what you think of the events around the Bowl of the Winds using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Welcome back everyone! In this episode we finally get to see the use of the fabled Bowl of the Winds! But first we have a bit of housekeeping to do.

The girls, Windfinders, Kin and Aes Sedai travel through the gateway to the Kin's farm while being observed by both Moridin and the gholam. Even Moridin is impressed by Aviendha's skill at unweaving.

On the other side of the gateway there is a ride of a couple hours until they reach the farm and the various groups put Elayne's skills as a leader to the test.

At the farm pandemonium breaks loose but eventually everyone is brought under control and the channellers use the Bowl of the winds to... great success? Time will tell!

As they finish they notice action over Ebou Dar, and immediately are faced with downing a raken. It's time to RUN!

Let us know what you think of the events around the Bowl of the Winds using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-14149868 Sat, 16 Dec 2023 01:00:00 +1100 8262 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Ebou Dar, The Bowl of the Winds, Nynaeve, Elayne, The Kin, Aviendha, Windfinders, Moridin, Gholam 8 2 full true Ep75: The Path of Daggers, Prologue - Chapter 1 Ep75: The Path of Daggers, Prologue - Chapter 1 Well well well! What's this? A brand new book? Excellent!

We join the leaders of the Borderlands as they make a blood pact to... do something?

Verin meanwhile is running her own little game from within the Aiel camp outside Cairhien.

And Aviendha is struggling with her own growing fondness for wetlander extravagances like dresses and horses, much to her consternation. She, Elayne and Nynaeve prepare to move the Kin and the Windfinders to the Kin's farm outside the city so they can use The Bowl of the Winds to finally correct the weather.

It's all setup for what is hopefully a slogless book! 

Let us know what you think of the intro to The Path of Daggers using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Well well well! What's this? A brand new book? Excellent!

We join the leaders of the Borderlands as they make a blood pact to... do something?

Verin meanwhile is running her own little game from within the Aiel camp outside Cairhien.

And Aviendha is struggling with her own growing fondness for wetlander extravagances like dresses and horses, much to her consternation. She, Elayne and Nynaeve prepare to move the Kin and the Windfinders to the Kin's farm outside the city so they can use The Bowl of the Winds to finally correct the weather.

It's all setup for what is hopefully a slogless book! 

Let us know what you think of the intro to The Path of Daggers using any of the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-14060929 Sat, 02 Dec 2023 01:00:00 +1100 8585 WoT, The Path of Daggers, Black Hills, Borderlands, Tenobia, Agelmar, Verin, Aiel, Wise Ones, Ebou Dar, The Bowl of the Winds, Nynaeve, Elayne, The Kin, Aviendha, Windfinders, Moridin, Gholam 8 1 full true Ep74: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 39 - 41 Ep74: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 39 - 41 It's the book 7 finale and the halfway point of the series!

Mat tries desperately to get the channelers to listed to him after the Gholam attack and finally gets some traction only to learn Olver is gone. So while everyone prepares to set off with the Bowl of the Winds, Mat heads into the city to find Olver when all hell breaks loose.

Then we check in with a number of villains. Galina, Sevanna, Therava, Sammael, Graendal and even Shaidar Haran make an appearance and Sammael scatters the shaido to the wind and all hell breaks loose.

Rand wakes up from his regenerative sleep and immediately sets off to face Sammael. They take their fight to Shadar Logoth where, you guessed it, all hell breaks loose.

Let us know what you think of the finale and the book as a whole by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> It's the book 7 finale and the halfway point of the series!

Mat tries desperately to get the channelers to listed to him after the Gholam attack and finally gets some traction only to learn Olver is gone. So while everyone prepares to set off with the Bowl of the Winds, Mat heads into the city to find Olver when all hell breaks loose.

Then we check in with a number of villains. Galina, Sevanna, Therava, Sammael, Graendal and even Shaidar Haran make an appearance and Sammael scatters the shaido to the wind and all hell breaks loose.

Rand wakes up from his regenerative sleep and immediately sets off to face Sammael. They take their fight to Shadar Logoth where, you guessed it, all hell breaks loose.

Let us know what you think of the finale and the book as a whole by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13976761 Sat, 18 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +1100 11708 WoT, Crown of Swords, Mat, Elayne, Nynaeve, Gholam, Ebou Dar, Bowl of the Winds, Rand, Min, Mashadar, Dashiva, Asha'man, Shadar Logoth, Moridin, Sammael, Graendal, Shaidar Haran, Shaido 7 11 full true Ep73: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 36 - 38 Ep73: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 36 - 38 We're getting close to the end and it's white knuckle stuff!

Rand shows off his sword techniques before he, Min, Cadsuane and others are accosted by Padan Fain and Mashadar 2.0!

Rand takes a ruby hilted dagger to the side and almost dies before Sumitsu and Damer Flinn stabilize his and save his life.

Meanwhile Mat is preoccupied with thoughts of Tylin and her treatment of him while they prepare to retrieve The Bowl of the Winds from the Rahad. But things go terribly wrong and a gholam inflicts heavy losses upon the good guys.

Lucky for everyone, Mat is there to save the day, no matter how begrudgingly he does it!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're getting close to the end and it's white knuckle stuff!

Rand shows off his sword techniques before he, Min, Cadsuane and others are accosted by Padan Fain and Mashadar 2.0!

Rand takes a ruby hilted dagger to the side and almost dies before Sumitsu and Damer Flinn stabilize his and save his life.

Meanwhile Mat is preoccupied with thoughts of Tylin and her treatment of him while they prepare to retrieve The Bowl of the Winds from the Rahad. But things go terribly wrong and a gholam inflicts heavy losses upon the good guys.

Lucky for everyone, Mat is there to save the day, no matter how begrudgingly he does it!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13879579 Sat, 04 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +1100 7086 WoT, Crown of Swords, Mat, Elayne, Nynaeve, Gholam, Ebou Dar, Bowl of the Winds, Rand, Min, Cadsuane, Padan Fain, Mashadar, Dashiva, Asha'man, Damer Flinn 7 10 full true Ep72: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 32 - 35 Ep72: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 32 - 35 Hello hello hello!

In this week's episode we check in with everyone's least favourite Amyrlin as she is deftly cornered and manoeuvred by Alviarin. However, the Black ajah sister's actions indirectly result in a fresh hunt for the shadow sisters in the Tower.

Rand is sad. Min makes him feel better and he is bathed and ogled by Min and the Maidens. Now fresh of odour and mind, Rand meets with the Seafolk to finally strike a deal.

Riding his ta'veren fortunes he decides to take on the rebels camped out in the forest, so he takes Min and they manage to meet up with the traitorous nobles where he spots his old nemesis. Not Cadsuane, although she's there too, but none other than Padan Fain!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Hello hello hello!

In this week's episode we check in with everyone's least favourite Amyrlin as she is deftly cornered and manoeuvred by Alviarin. However, the Black ajah sister's actions indirectly result in a fresh hunt for the shadow sisters in the Tower.

Rand is sad. Min makes him feel better and he is bathed and ogled by Min and the Maidens. Now fresh of odour and mind, Rand meets with the Seafolk to finally strike a deal.

Riding his ta'veren fortunes he decides to take on the rebels camped out in the forest, so he takes Min and they manage to meet up with the traitorous nobles where he spots his old nemesis. Not Cadsuane, although she's there too, but none other than Padan Fain!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-13812800 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +1100 8393 WoT, Crown of Swords, Elaida, Alviarin, Black Ajah, Rand, Min, Seafolk, Darlin Sisnera, Maidens of the Spear, Merana, Dashiva, Narishma, Flinn, Seaine, Pevara, Padan Fain, Mordeth, Toram Riatin, Cadsuane 7 9 full true Ep71: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 28 - 31 Ep71: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 28 - 31 Welcome back, friends! Or are we the ones that are back? I forget.

In this episode we bear witness to poor Mat being completely victimised by Tylin. At least he doesn't seem too cut up about it, but it does generate a good conversation about consent. 

Elayne puts her foot down with the rebel Aes Sedai and finally gets to show Reanne and The Kin who she really is.

And Moghedien shoots her shot, and misses, effectively freeing Nynaeve from her block. Happy days!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back, friends! Or are we the ones that are back? I forget.

In this episode we bear witness to poor Mat being completely victimised by Tylin. At least he doesn't seem too cut up about it, but it does generate a good conversation about consent. 

Elayne puts her foot down with the rebel Aes Sedai and finally gets to show Reanne and The Kin who she really is.

And Moghedien shoots her shot, and misses, effectively freeing Nynaeve from her block. Happy days!

Let us know what you think, using the links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13719480 Sat, 07 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +1100 8487 WoT, A Crown of Swords, Ebou Dar, Mat, Tylin, Elayne, Nynaeve, Birgitte, The Kin, The Bowl of the Winds, Moghedien, Lan 7 8 full true Ep70: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 23 - 27 Ep70: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 23 - 27 Hello and welcome back to the kidnapping corner! 

All jokes aside, wtf tries to kidnap Nynaeve and Elayne in Ebou Dar? TThey meet the Kin, get bustled out and immediately fall afoul of some would-be assailants.

In the meantime Moghedien has to face her fate as a Moridin puppet, and Morgase and co live through the Seanchan invasion of Amadicia. Then walk out the front door.

And finally we have Perrin leave Cairhien behind with quite the entourage. 

Let us know who planned the kidnapping by reaching out via any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Hello and welcome back to the kidnapping corner! 

All jokes aside, wtf tries to kidnap Nynaeve and Elayne in Ebou Dar? TThey meet the Kin, get bustled out and immediately fall afoul of some would-be assailants.

In the meantime Moghedien has to face her fate as a Moridin puppet, and Morgase and co live through the Seanchan invasion of Amadicia. Then walk out the front door.

And finally we have Perrin leave Cairhien behind with quite the entourage. 

Let us know who planned the kidnapping by reaching out via any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13539977 Sat, 09 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +1000 8957 WoT, Crown of Swords, Nynaeve, Elayne, Ebou Dar, The Kin, Moghedien, Shayol Ghul, Moridin, Morgase, Seanchan, Whitecloaks, Perrin, Wise Ones, Faile, Berelain 7 7 full true Ep69: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 18 - 22 Ep69: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 18 - 22 We're back and better than ever!

In this episode we see the entrance of everyone's favourite scary grandma, Cadsuane!

We check in with Sevanna, Sammael and Graendal, all being spied on by Moridin who makes his entry into the series. Just who is more crazy or delusional between those is debateable.

We also hop back to Ebou Dar where Birgitte and Mat bond over some pitchers of wine and Nynaeve is forced by Elayne to go apologise to Mat for their their treatment of him after Aviendha schools them in ji'e'toh.

Immediately after doing so, the girls latch onto a new lead.

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back and better than ever!

In this episode we see the entrance of everyone's favourite scary grandma, Cadsuane!

We check in with Sevanna, Sammael and Graendal, all being spied on by Moridin who makes his entry into the series. Just who is more crazy or delusional between those is debateable.

We also hop back to Ebou Dar where Birgitte and Mat bond over some pitchers of wine and Nynaeve is forced by Elayne to go apologise to Mat for their their treatment of him after Aviendha schools them in ji'e'toh.

Immediately after doing so, the girls latch onto a new lead.

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-13461331 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +1000 8944 WoT, A Crown of Swords. Ebou Dar, The Bowl of the Winds, Elayne, Aviendha, Birgitte, Nynaeve, Sea Folk, Mat, Sammael, Graendal, Moridin, Sevanna, Shaido, Rand, Min, Cadsuane 7 6 full true Reasons I'm Excited for Season 2 of Wheel of Time Reasons I'm Excited for Season 2 of Wheel of Time Hello friends!

Here's a little odd one for you! I'm working on a youtube video, which may or may not see the light of day.

But since we missed the last episode in our cycle, I thought I'd sahre the audio with you in podcast form.

Go subscribe to our YouTube channel so you'll see when it's posted! Or send feedback via all the usual links below.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Hello friends!

Here's a little odd one for you! I'm working on a youtube video, which may or may not see the light of day.

But since we missed the last episode in our cycle, I thought I'd sahre the audio with you in podcast form.

Go subscribe to our YouTube channel so you'll see when it's posted! Or send feedback via all the usual links below.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13433326 Sat, 19 Aug 2023 22:00:00 +1000 1882 bonus false Ep68: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 13 - 17 Ep68: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 13 - 17 Welcome back to Ebou Dar! In this episode we leave Egwene and the rebel Aes Sedai behind and check in on our intrepid girls, plus Mat.

Elayne, Aviendha and Nynaeve decide to approach the many Sea Folk anchored in the Ebou Dar bay to ask for help finding what they now know to be The Bowl of the Winds.

Mat, on the other hand, is gambling. He spots a familiar face in a crowd and follws her to the palace used by Jaichim Carridin. When we switch points of view to Bors, he's meeting with all sorts of unsavoury folks.

Mat heads to the palace to warn the girls but instead kicks not one but two hornests nests but running into a group of tower and rebel Aes Sedai, and then catching the eye of queen Tylin herself!

After escaping both situations he heads back to the Wandering Woman only be be set upon by would-be assassins.

Then, to finish things off we get a quick point of view from some Black Ajah sisters also looking for the Bowl, as well as an as yet unnamed beggar that will play a big role in the future.

It's all happening!

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back to Ebou Dar! In this episode we leave Egwene and the rebel Aes Sedai behind and check in on our intrepid girls, plus Mat.

Elayne, Aviendha and Nynaeve decide to approach the many Sea Folk anchored in the Ebou Dar bay to ask for help finding what they now know to be The Bowl of the Winds.

Mat, on the other hand, is gambling. He spots a familiar face in a crowd and follws her to the palace used by Jaichim Carridin. When we switch points of view to Bors, he's meeting with all sorts of unsavoury folks.

Mat heads to the palace to warn the girls but instead kicks not one but two hornests nests but running into a group of tower and rebel Aes Sedai, and then catching the eye of queen Tylin herself!

After escaping both situations he heads back to the Wandering Woman only be be set upon by would-be assassins.

Then, to finish things off we get a quick point of view from some Black Ajah sisters also looking for the Bowl, as well as an as yet unnamed beggar that will play a big role in the future.

It's all happening!

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-13284117 Sat, 29 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +1000 9089 WoT, A Crown of Swords. Ebou Dar, The Bowl of the Winds, Elayne, Aviendha, Birgitte, Nynaeve, Sea Folk, Mat, Sammael, Noal 7 5 full true Ep67: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 10 - 12 Ep67: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 10 - 12 In this episode we focus in on Egwene as she tries deperately to carve out her place within the Aes Sedai while maintaining her link to the Wise Ones and Rand.

First she deals with Faolain and Theodrin with great results! But she is quickly reminded of the work she has cut out for her when she's cornered by Romanda and Lelaine. To the point that she just walks away from them in order to follow up with a request from Gareth Bryne and simultaneously question Myrelle over some suspicious behavior observed by Siuan.

Gareth comes through with a veiled pledge of alliegance to Egwene, personally, instead of the Hall. A hug win for our girl.

And finally, Myrelle is forced to lead Egwene and Siuan to the secret camp where she had been "rehabilitating" Lan. Egwene puts a quick stop to this and sends Lan on a mission to Ebou Dar.

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> In this episode we focus in on Egwene as she tries deperately to carve out her place within the Aes Sedai while maintaining her link to the Wise Ones and Rand.

First she deals with Faolain and Theodrin with great results! But she is quickly reminded of the work she has cut out for her when she's cornered by Romanda and Lelaine. To the point that she just walks away from them in order to follow up with a request from Gareth Bryne and simultaneously question Myrelle over some suspicious behavior observed by Siuan.

Gareth comes through with a veiled pledge of alliegance to Egwene, personally, instead of the Hall. A hug win for our girl.

And finally, Myrelle is forced to lead Egwene and Siuan to the secret camp where she had been "rehabilitating" Lan. Egwene puts a quick stop to this and sends Lan on a mission to Ebou Dar.

But what did you think of these chapters? Or of our observations of these chapters? Let us know via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-13199818 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +1000 9202 Wheel of Time, A Crown of Swords, Egwene, Siuan, Gareth Bryne, The Band of the Red Hand, Aes Sedai, Lan 7 4 full true Ep66: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 6 - 9 Ep66: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 6 - 9 Welcome back, friends! Sit back, relax, and listen to Willie and I bloviate while Jody sinks deeper into his chair.

Perrin and Faile reunite and make up, and Rand immediately tries to send Perrin to Tear and Illian. Tsk tsk.

Rand then travels to Caemlyn himself to meet with Bashere and Bael. He tells them the army will march on Illian, much to Bael and Bashere's glee.

Meanwhile, Egwene is squeezing Sheriam for info when she senses Moghedien escape. She has one on ones with Siuan and Leane before being cornered by Nicola and Areina who try to blackmail her! Silly geese...
 
Reach out and let us know what you thought of these chapters and our opinions and observations about them:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back, friends! Sit back, relax, and listen to Willie and I bloviate while Jody sinks deeper into his chair.

Perrin and Faile reunite and make up, and Rand immediately tries to send Perrin to Tear and Illian. Tsk tsk.

Rand then travels to Caemlyn himself to meet with Bashere and Bael. He tells them the army will march on Illian, much to Bael and Bashere's glee.

Meanwhile, Egwene is squeezing Sheriam for info when she senses Moghedien escape. She has one on ones with Siuan and Leane before being cornered by Nicola and Areina who try to blackmail her! Silly geese...
 
Reach out and let us know what you thought of these chapters and our opinions and observations about them:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-13123562 Sat, 01 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +1000 10349 WoT, Crown of Swords, Rand, Perrin, Faile, Egwene, Siuan, Leanne, Moghedien 7 3 full true Ep65: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 2 - 5 Ep65: A Crown of Swords, Chapters 2 - 5 We love when RJ focuses in on a short period of time and lays it out over multiple chapters.

In this episode we basically have Rand and co. travel from Dumai's Wells via gateway, and take a day's ride to Cairhien.

There they head straight to the palace and confront lady Colavere who has been crowned queen in Rand's absence.

All of this plays out in a pressure cooker with almost every single faction at each other's throats.  Aiel, Asha'man, Aes Sedai, Two Rivers men, Mayeners, Warders, Hunters for the Horn, rebels from both Tear and Cairhien, hell, there's a forsaken in their midst!

Reach out and let us know what you thought of these chapters and our opinions and observations about them:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We love when RJ focuses in on a short period of time and lays it out over multiple chapters.

In this episode we basically have Rand and co. travel from Dumai's Wells via gateway, and take a day's ride to Cairhien.

There they head straight to the palace and confront lady Colavere who has been crowned queen in Rand's absence.

All of this plays out in a pressure cooker with almost every single faction at each other's throats.  Aiel, Asha'man, Aes Sedai, Two Rivers men, Mayeners, Warders, Hunters for the Horn, rebels from both Tear and Cairhien, hell, there's a forsaken in their midst!

Reach out and let us know what you thought of these chapters and our opinions and observations about them:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-13044359 Sat, 17 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +1000 8565 Wheel of Time, A Crown of Swords, Perrin, Aram, Asha'man, Rand al'Thor, Min, Loial, Taim, Aiel 7 2 full true Ep64: A Crown of Swords, Prologue - Chapter 1 Ep64: A Crown of Swords, Prologue - Chapter 1 Mmmmm, that's the smell of a brand new book!

We start A Crown of Swords pretty much exactly where we left off with Lord of Chaos: Dumai's Wells.

Elaida and Alviarin catch up and we get a clear view of Elaida's state of mind. Spoiler: it's no bueno.

We see Sevanna's point of view just before, during and immediately after the battle at Dumai's wells

Alviarin gets a visit from a Forsaken and learns a new trick.

Pedron Niall is assassinated and Eamon Valda immediately moves in to capitalise.

And Gawyn leads the remnants of the Younglings in battle against some Shaido.

Lastly, we have Perrin sitting nervously, observing the boiling tension around the makeshift camp after the batlle of Dumai's Wells, and we see the signs of his difference of opinion to Rand.

Loads of setup with a decent amount of action Let us know what you think!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Mmmmm, that's the smell of a brand new book!

We start A Crown of Swords pretty much exactly where we left off with Lord of Chaos: Dumai's Wells.

Elaida and Alviarin catch up and we get a clear view of Elaida's state of mind. Spoiler: it's no bueno.

We see Sevanna's point of view just before, during and immediately after the battle at Dumai's wells

Alviarin gets a visit from a Forsaken and learns a new trick.

Pedron Niall is assassinated and Eamon Valda immediately moves in to capitalise.

And Gawyn leads the remnants of the Younglings in battle against some Shaido.

Lastly, we have Perrin sitting nervously, observing the boiling tension around the makeshift camp after the batlle of Dumai's Wells, and we see the signs of his difference of opinion to Rand.

Loads of setup with a decent amount of action Let us know what you think!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12951259 Sat, 03 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +1000 7906 Wheel of Time, A Crown of Swords, Elaida, Alviarin, Sevanna, Pedron Niall, Eamon Valda, Gawyn, Shaido, Galina Casban, Perrin, Aram, Asha'man, Aes Sedai 7 1 full true Ep63: Lord of Chaos, Chapter 53 - Epilogue Ep63: Lord of Chaos, Chapter 53 - Epilogue Ok, get comfy. It's not our beefiest episode yet, but it's beefy nonetheless.

Everyone realises what's happened to Rand, so Perrin leads an all star team to rescue him and they set off after the kidnappers.

Rand is not doing so well, physically or mentally.

By the time Perrin arrives chaos erupts in one of the most iconic battles in the series. 

Join us as we discuss Dumai's Wells and the events leading up to and immediately after the battle itself, then let us know what you think of our hairbrained interpretations!

Reach out to us using any of the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Ok, get comfy. It's not our beefiest episode yet, but it's beefy nonetheless.

Everyone realises what's happened to Rand, so Perrin leads an all star team to rescue him and they set off after the kidnappers.

Rand is not doing so well, physically or mentally.

By the time Perrin arrives chaos erupts in one of the most iconic battles in the series. 

Join us as we discuss Dumai's Wells and the events leading up to and immediately after the battle itself, then let us know what you think of our hairbrained interpretations!

Reach out to us using any of the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12873033 Sat, 20 May 2023 01:00:00 +1000 11624 WoT, Lord of Chaos, Dumai's Wells, Rand, Perrin, Aes Sedai, Asha'man, Aiel, Shaido, Loial 6 13 full true Ep62: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 48 - 52 Ep62: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 48 - 52 Oooooooo, we're getting close now! In this episode we set up for the explosive finale for Lord of Chaos and things are really heating up!

Nynaeve, Elayne, Mat and co set out on their mission in Ebou Dar after the wonder girls meet with Queen Tylin. Who turns out to be a formiddable figure but ultimately friendly to the ladies. the girls have no luck in the Rahad butt do catch a glimpse of a healer who seems to be able to channel...

Mat's luck is ebbing slightly as he tries desperately, and without success, to keep tabs on Elayne like he'd promised Rand.

The Salidar embassy tries to bully Rand and it comepletely backfires. When Rand learns there are 13 Aes Sedai in Caemlyn he rallies his closest allies (including Loial!) and they teleportt to Cairhien.

In Cairhien Rand seems to relax a little but Perrin is having a torrid time as the Faile vs Berelain games begin in earnest.

And when everyonbe is adequately distracted, Galina and the Tower embassy kidnap Rand through trickery and stuff him in a box.

Things are about to pop off, bigtime!

So let us know what you think using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody









]]> Oooooooo, we're getting close now! In this episode we set up for the explosive finale for Lord of Chaos and things are really heating up!

Nynaeve, Elayne, Mat and co set out on their mission in Ebou Dar after the wonder girls meet with Queen Tylin. Who turns out to be a formiddable figure but ultimately friendly to the ladies. the girls have no luck in the Rahad butt do catch a glimpse of a healer who seems to be able to channel...

Mat's luck is ebbing slightly as he tries desperately, and without success, to keep tabs on Elayne like he'd promised Rand.

The Salidar embassy tries to bully Rand and it comepletely backfires. When Rand learns there are 13 Aes Sedai in Caemlyn he rallies his closest allies (including Loial!) and they teleportt to Cairhien.

In Cairhien Rand seems to relax a little but Perrin is having a torrid time as the Faile vs Berelain games begin in earnest.

And when everyonbe is adequately distracted, Galina and the Tower embassy kidnap Rand through trickery and stuff him in a box.

Things are about to pop off, bigtime!

So let us know what you think using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody









]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12779437 Sat, 06 May 2023 01:00:00 +1000 8831 Lord of Chaos, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Elayne, Birgitte, Mat, Rand, Perrin, Loial, Aes Sedai, Aviendha 6 12 full true Ep61: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 43 - 47 Ep61: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 43 - 47 Welcome back to another great mix of storylines in our latest episode! 

We're nearing the pointy end of Lord of Chaos and all the pieces are moving a lot:

The Salidar Embassy is trying to figure out what to do about Rand while also trying to figure out how to cooperate with Verin and Allana.

Mat refuses to stew in Salidar and goes dancing. With a Forsaken. And some Aes Sedai. He gets propositioned by Myrelle to be bonded as her warder and he gets thouroughly kissed by Leanne. Way to make a splash, Mat!

And the prodigal beefy boy returns! Only to be grilled by his new in-laws and immediately requested to go to Tear by Rand. 

Some fake Aiel attack an Aes Sedai in Caemlyn to send a message, and finally, Nynaeve and Elayne travel to Ebou Dar with Mat and a couple of the band's men to go looking for the Bowl of Winds.

It's another fun one, so join us in the conversation by using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> Welcome back to another great mix of storylines in our latest episode! 

We're nearing the pointy end of Lord of Chaos and all the pieces are moving a lot:

The Salidar Embassy is trying to figure out what to do about Rand while also trying to figure out how to cooperate with Verin and Allana.

Mat refuses to stew in Salidar and goes dancing. With a Forsaken. And some Aes Sedai. He gets propositioned by Myrelle to be bonded as her warder and he gets thouroughly kissed by Leanne. Way to make a splash, Mat!

And the prodigal beefy boy returns! Only to be grilled by his new in-laws and immediately requested to go to Tear by Rand. 

Some fake Aiel attack an Aes Sedai in Caemlyn to send a message, and finally, Nynaeve and Elayne travel to Ebou Dar with Mat and a couple of the band's men to go looking for the Bowl of Winds.

It's another fun one, so join us in the conversation by using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody


]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-12692903 Sat, 22 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +1000 9396 WoT, Lord of Chaos, Egwene, Siuan, Wise Ones, Salidar, Amyrlin Seat, Rand, Mat, Aviendha, Olver, Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom, Juilin, Rand, Min, Ebou Dar 6 11 full true Ep60: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 37 - 42 Ep60: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 37 - 42 We are spoilt for POVs this episode with pretty much the whole gang here. Except for Perrin...

Egwene is running things in Salidar with the help of Siuan, Nynaeve and Elayne. She also takes control of Mogehedien.

Mat Salidar and immediately things get comical. He also links back up with Thom who seems to be moved by the letter Mat brought him.

Aviendha finally comes clean to Elayne, but for her trouble is informed there is another woman in the mix!

Speaking of which, Min arrives in Caemlyn and is reunited with Rand, even if things don't immediately get as romatic as she had hoped. But a start is a start.

Then, to cap it all off, The Black Tower is officially named. And so are the Asha'man. Goosebumps.

Tell us what you thought of these chapters and and the episode. Hell, click on ALL the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We are spoilt for POVs this episode with pretty much the whole gang here. Except for Perrin...

Egwene is running things in Salidar with the help of Siuan, Nynaeve and Elayne. She also takes control of Mogehedien.

Mat Salidar and immediately things get comical. He also links back up with Thom who seems to be moved by the letter Mat brought him.

Aviendha finally comes clean to Elayne, but for her trouble is informed there is another woman in the mix!

Speaking of which, Min arrives in Caemlyn and is reunited with Rand, even if things don't immediately get as romatic as she had hoped. But a start is a start.

Then, to cap it all off, The Black Tower is officially named. And so are the Asha'man. Goosebumps.

Tell us what you thought of these chapters and and the episode. Hell, click on ALL the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12593034 Sat, 08 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +1000 9156 Lord of Chaos, Wheel of Time, Rand, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Moghedien, Mat, Min, Olver, Thom, Siuan, Mazrim Taim, Black Tower 6 10 full true Ep59: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 31 - 36 Ep59: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 31 - 36 We're back, baby! And so is Egwene!

Undoubtedly the highlight of this stretch is what happens with Egwene as she says goodbye to her Aiel Wise One mentors and heads back to Salidar to face... punishment?

Rand drops Aviendha off with Mat and gives Mat a new mission: Find Elayne and put her on the Lion Throne. Plus some side quests.

And we also get a bunch of Whitecloak info with POVs from Eamon Valda and Raddam Asunawa. Ugh.

Let us know what you thought of this episode! You can do so by following the useful links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> We're back, baby! And so is Egwene!

Undoubtedly the highlight of this stretch is what happens with Egwene as she says goodbye to her Aiel Wise One mentors and heads back to Salidar to face... punishment?

Rand drops Aviendha off with Mat and gives Mat a new mission: Find Elayne and put her on the Lion Throne. Plus some side quests.

And we also get a bunch of Whitecloak info with POVs from Eamon Valda and Raddam Asunawa. Ugh.

Let us know what you thought of this episode! You can do so by following the useful links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12490966 Sat, 25 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +1100 8491 WoT, Lord of Chaos, Egwene, Siuan, Wise Ones, Salidar, Amyrlin Seat, Rand, Mat, Aviendha, Olver, Eamon Valda, Asunawa, Morgase 6 9 full true Ep58: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 27 - 30 Ep58: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 27 - 30 Only 4 chapters and so much happens.

Elaida's delegation of Aes Sedai drop in on Rand and they square off for the first time. Ominous times.

Back in Caemlyn Rand has some meetings and during the course of the day he's attacked by a Gray Man.  

We get a quick reminder of how foul Padan Fain is, and move over to Salidar where Nynaeve is hung over. Oh, and then she heals both gentling and stilling. 

Salidar is abuzz with Nynaeve's discovery and in the midst of the excitement, Asan'gar arrives in their Halima persona. Uh oh.

Join us as we discuss these events! We have plenty of questions, can you help us? Do so via any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Only 4 chapters and so much happens.

Elaida's delegation of Aes Sedai drop in on Rand and they square off for the first time. Ominous times.

Back in Caemlyn Rand has some meetings and during the course of the day he's attacked by a Gray Man.  

We get a quick reminder of how foul Padan Fain is, and move over to Salidar where Nynaeve is hung over. Oh, and then she heals both gentling and stilling. 

Salidar is abuzz with Nynaeve's discovery and in the midst of the excitement, Asan'gar arrives in their Halima persona. Uh oh.

Join us as we discuss these events! We have plenty of questions, can you help us? Do so via any of the social media links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12311535 Sat, 25 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +1100 9321 Lord of Chaos, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Elayne, Logain, Galina, Egwene, Aviendha, Mazrim Taim, Aviendha, Gray Man 6 8 full true Ep57: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 21 - 26 Ep57: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 21 - 26 This was a great episode, with loads to discuss, so get stuck in!

We pick up right where we left off with the Ogier as Rand takes them and some Aiel on a day trip to Shadar Logoth before depositing them in the Two Rivers.

Mat and the Band are on the move South from Maerone toward Illian when they hit some spear shaped snags.

Graendal and Sammael duke it out in a game of bluff and Egwene has gone full Aiel when the Aes Sedai embassy from the Tower arrives in Cairhien and we meet the sisters coming to have a chat with Rand...

Rand takes in a horse show courtesy of Davram Bashere and his Saldean soldiers.

Let us know what you think of horse shows with acrobatics by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> This was a great episode, with loads to discuss, so get stuck in!

We pick up right where we left off with the Ogier as Rand takes them and some Aiel on a day trip to Shadar Logoth before depositing them in the Two Rivers.

Mat and the Band are on the move South from Maerone toward Illian when they hit some spear shaped snags.

Graendal and Sammael duke it out in a game of bluff and Egwene has gone full Aiel when the Aes Sedai embassy from the Tower arrives in Cairhien and we meet the sisters coming to have a chat with Rand...

Rand takes in a horse show courtesy of Davram Bashere and his Saldean soldiers.

Let us know what you think of horse shows with acrobatics by using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12201052 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +1100 9407 WoT, Lord of Chaos, Wheel of Time, Rand, Aiel, Aviendha, Egwene, Berelain, Sammael, Graendal, Forsaken, Mat, Ogier, Shadar Logoth 6 7 full true Ep56: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 16 - 20 Ep56: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 16 - 20 It's good to be back after a nice long holiday as we leave the inaction of Salidar behind and get back to... Rand and his moods. But don't despair! Things do get interesting.

Rand first entertains some Andoran nobles, adds two and two with regards to his lineage, and then entertains a meat puppet from Sammael.

He jets off to Cairhien where he has to make some tough choices (for a change!?) and has a relatively fruitless conversation with Egwene. He does however have a great philosphical chat with Herid Fel after inspecting all the new invetions at his school for gifted youngsters. I mean, university.

And finally he's visited by Ogier looking for Loial. But in typical Rand fashion, he sets them to work and makes use of their knowledge in his never ending quest to prepare for Tarmon Gai'don.

We have some serious questions about Aviendha's toh, so please put us out of our misery by reaching out via the social links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> It's good to be back after a nice long holiday as we leave the inaction of Salidar behind and get back to... Rand and his moods. But don't despair! Things do get interesting.

Rand first entertains some Andoran nobles, adds two and two with regards to his lineage, and then entertains a meat puppet from Sammael.

He jets off to Cairhien where he has to make some tough choices (for a change!?) and has a relatively fruitless conversation with Egwene. He does however have a great philosphical chat with Herid Fel after inspecting all the new invetions at his school for gifted youngsters. I mean, university.

And finally he's visited by Ogier looking for Loial. But in typical Rand fashion, he sets them to work and makes use of their knowledge in his never ending quest to prepare for Tarmon Gai'don.

We have some serious questions about Aviendha's toh, so please put us out of our misery by reaching out via the social links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-12115783 Sat, 28 Jan 2023 01:00:00 +1100 9319 Lord of Chaos, Wheel of Time, Rand, Egwene, Andor, Cairhien, Ogier, Wise Ones, Rhuarc, Sammael 6 6 full true Ep55: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 12 - 15 Ep55: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 12 - 15 Hello and welcome back to Salidar! I mean, Blood and Ashes!

We spend the majority of our time with Nynaeve as she's desperately trying to learn about what direction the Hall will take, trying to break her block and looking for a way out of salidar where she suddenly feels very claustrophobic.

Elayne is less keen to leave but she and Nynaeve make a trip to Tel'aran'rhiod to find something via the "need" method and end up in Ebou Dar.

But back in the waking world they have to navigate the prying sisters, the downright intimidating Tarna Feir from the White Tower and oh, just a bubble of evil trying to kill everyone.

And Egwene has a saucy dream!

Tell us what you think using the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Hello and welcome back to Salidar! I mean, Blood and Ashes!

We spend the majority of our time with Nynaeve as she's desperately trying to learn about what direction the Hall will take, trying to break her block and looking for a way out of salidar where she suddenly feels very claustrophobic.

Elayne is less keen to leave but she and Nynaeve make a trip to Tel'aran'rhiod to find something via the "need" method and end up in Ebou Dar.

But back in the waking world they have to navigate the prying sisters, the downright intimidating Tarna Feir from the White Tower and oh, just a bubble of evil trying to kill everyone.

And Egwene has a saucy dream!

Tell us what you think using the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11863237 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +1100 7695 WoT, Lord of Chaos, Nynaeve, Elayne, Mogehdien, Birgitte, Salidar, Siuan, Tel'aran'Rhiod, Egwene, Gawyn, Ebou Dar, Bowl of Winds, Bubble of Evil 6 5 full true Ep54: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 8 - 11 Ep54: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 8 - 11 Man, Lord of Chaos just keeps throwing punches.

We start off with arather innocuous chapter following Nynaeve through Salidar as she picks up bits of information from Logain, Siuan, Theodrin, Lelaine and even Moghedien.

We check in Pedron Niall and his spy master(s) as well as Morgase.

And then we switch to Rand who runs into some familiar faces! Some of those faces are a welcome sight, others, not so much. Things go down and they have repercussions for the rest of the story. Huge moment.

And lastly, Rand checks in with Taim and his initiates and gives Taim permission to start even more agressive recruitment. Things are really hotting up at the farm!

I also reference an episode of Podcast of The Dragon which you can find here.

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Man, Lord of Chaos just keeps throwing punches.

We start off with arather innocuous chapter following Nynaeve through Salidar as she picks up bits of information from Logain, Siuan, Theodrin, Lelaine and even Moghedien.

We check in Pedron Niall and his spy master(s) as well as Morgase.

And then we switch to Rand who runs into some familiar faces! Some of those faces are a welcome sight, others, not so much. Things go down and they have repercussions for the rest of the story. Huge moment.

And lastly, Rand checks in with Taim and his initiates and gives Taim permission to start even more agressive recruitment. Things are really hotting up at the farm!

I also reference an episode of Podcast of The Dragon which you can find here.

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11776722 Sat, 03 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +1100 8724 WoT, Wheel of Time, Lord of Chaos, Rand, Nynaeve, Moghedien, Salidar, Pedron Niall, Morgase, Verin, Allanah, Davram Bashere, Bael, Mazrim Taim, Black Tower 6 4 full true Ep53: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 5 - 7 Ep53: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 5 - 7 If you love reading about the Forsaken, you're in for a treat.

In this episode we get some meaty Graendal, Sammael and Semirhage points of view with a coating of vileness and a sprinkle of Shaidar Haran.

But not before we rejoin Mat and the Band of the Red Hand on their way to meet up with Rand's main force on the border of Illian. We get to see Mat try really hard to win the attentions of a bar maid, and we meet everyone's favourite scamp, Olver!

Elayne, Nynaeve, Siuan and an assortment of Aes Sedai continue to pillage Elaida's study for information, but the chapter takes an unwelcome turn as the Aes Sedai find themselves trapped in a terrifying nightmare. 

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> If you love reading about the Forsaken, you're in for a treat.

In this episode we get some meaty Graendal, Sammael and Semirhage points of view with a coating of vileness and a sprinkle of Shaidar Haran.

But not before we rejoin Mat and the Band of the Red Hand on their way to meet up with Rand's main force on the border of Illian. We get to see Mat try really hard to win the attentions of a bar maid, and we meet everyone's favourite scamp, Olver!

Elayne, Nynaeve, Siuan and an assortment of Aes Sedai continue to pillage Elaida's study for information, but the chapter takes an unwelcome turn as the Aes Sedai find themselves trapped in a terrifying nightmare. 

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11703925 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +1100 7851 WoT, Wheel of Time, Lord of Chaos, Mat, Olver, Band of the Red Hand, Graendal, Sammael, Semirhage, Shaidar Haran, Elayne, Nynaeve, Siuan 6 3 full true Ep52: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 1 - 4 Ep52: Lord of Chaos, Chapters 1 - 4 Here we go! Lord of Chaos is officially underway as we move on from the lengthy prologue and into the chapters proper.

In this episode we cover 4 chapters, all from Rand point of view. In fact, they span a single day, and what a day it is. 

Rand meets Mazrim Taim and sets in motion Taim's Black Tower arc. We even get to meet some of our favourite Asha'man, some of whom feature heavily in future events!

The cherry on the cake though is Rand trying to trade jokes with the Aiel. And failing miserably! It's delightfully painful.

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Here we go! Lord of Chaos is officially underway as we move on from the lengthy prologue and into the chapters proper.

In this episode we cover 4 chapters, all from Rand point of view. In fact, they span a single day, and what a day it is. 

Rand meets Mazrim Taim and sets in motion Taim's Black Tower arc. We even get to meet some of our favourite Asha'man, some of whom feature heavily in future events!

The cherry on the cake though is Rand trying to trade jokes with the Aiel. And failing miserably! It's delightfully painful.

Let us know what you think by using any of the links below, and come check out our brand new merch store:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11627327 Sat, 05 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +1100 7990 WoT, Wheel of Time, Lord of Chaos, Rand, Mazrim Taim, Aiel, Davram Bashere 6 2 full true Ep51: Lord of Chaos, Prologue Ep51: Lord of Chaos, Prologue Ah, a brand new episode for a brand new book. Let the Lord of Chaos rule!

And things are chaotic in Randland. In this episode we check in with the Forsaken (including Demandred, Mesaana and Semirhage!), Nynaeve, Elayne and Min, Gawyn, some Tower Aes Sedai and Shaido, Morgase and Pedron Niall, and two new players on the scene in Osan'gar and Aran'gar.

It's a lot.

As always, we get right into the nitty gritty. So join us! And you can do so by sending in your thoughts via any of the social media or messaging links below. Now with Discord!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Ah, a brand new episode for a brand new book. Let the Lord of Chaos rule!

And things are chaotic in Randland. In this episode we check in with the Forsaken (including Demandred, Mesaana and Semirhage!), Nynaeve, Elayne and Min, Gawyn, some Tower Aes Sedai and Shaido, Morgase and Pedron Niall, and two new players on the scene in Osan'gar and Aran'gar.

It's a lot.

As always, we get right into the nitty gritty. So join us! And you can do so by sending in your thoughts via any of the social media or messaging links below. Now with Discord!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-11527434 Sat, 22 Oct 2022 01:00:00 +1100 10554 Wheel of Time, WoT, Lord of Chaos, Demandred, Mesaana, Semirhage, Graendal, Nynaeve, Elayne, Min, Gawyn, Morgase 6 1 full true Ep50: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 52 - 56 Ep50: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 52 - 56 Holy moly. I feel like I say this all the time, but this one's a beefy boy!

Join the boys and I as we're joined by friends of the show, Kerri and Rowan, as we dissect the final 5 chapters and the explosive conclusion to The Fires of Heaven.

We join the gang as they face down THREE forsaken and deal the shadow a massive blow. But not before we're dealt a number of gut punches ourselves as we see some all time favourite characters die. Luckliy, some come back almost immediately!

Rowan's audio isn't great to start off with but it does get better. It's quite a journey we go on so join us and send in your own contributions using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody (and Rowan and Kerri!)

]]> Holy moly. I feel like I say this all the time, but this one's a beefy boy!

Join the boys and I as we're joined by friends of the show, Kerri and Rowan, as we dissect the final 5 chapters and the explosive conclusion to The Fires of Heaven.

We join the gang as they face down THREE forsaken and deal the shadow a massive blow. But not before we're dealt a number of gut punches ourselves as we see some all time favourite characters die. Luckliy, some come back almost immediately!

Rowan's audio isn't great to start off with but it does get better. It's quite a journey we go on so join us and send in your own contributions using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody (and Rowan and Kerri!)

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie, Kerri, Rowan Buzzsprout-11446356 Sat, 08 Oct 2022 01:00:00 +1100 15449 WoT, The Fires of Heaven, Rand, Aviendha, Egwene, Mat, Lan, Moiraine, Lanfear, Nynaeve, Birgitte, Moghedien, Rhavin, Asmodean, Caemlyn, balefire 5 11 full true Ep49: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 47 - 51 Ep49: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 47 - 51 Welcome back to this, our penultimte episode for The Fires of Heaven!

Nynaeve and Elayne make it to Salidar where they're given a rather cold welcome, and their companions find their own way of integrating with the group already gathered there. But before then they have to fight their way through the streets of Samara to make it onto a boat.

Min finally comes clean to Elayne about being one of Rand's love interests, and Elayne is thankfully quite gracious about it.

Back in Cairhien Rand is plotting his next move when he receives news from Caemlyn as well as 2 letters from Tar Valon.

The stage is set for a massive finale, and that's saying a lot considering the battle we just experienced in the previous episode!

Jody mentions this link to a reenactment of Valda and Galad's duel by Youtube channel Way of The Heron, and here it is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdqu2cMmoGA

Let us know what you think by following any of the social media links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back to this, our penultimte episode for The Fires of Heaven!

Nynaeve and Elayne make it to Salidar where they're given a rather cold welcome, and their companions find their own way of integrating with the group already gathered there. But before then they have to fight their way through the streets of Samara to make it onto a boat.

Min finally comes clean to Elayne about being one of Rand's love interests, and Elayne is thankfully quite gracious about it.

Back in Cairhien Rand is plotting his next move when he receives news from Caemlyn as well as 2 letters from Tar Valon.

The stage is set for a massive finale, and that's saying a lot considering the battle we just experienced in the previous episode!

Jody mentions this link to a reenactment of Valda and Galad's duel by Youtube channel Way of The Heron, and here it is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdqu2cMmoGA

Let us know what you think by following any of the social media links below:

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11370500 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +1000 10137 WoT, The Fires of Heaven, Nynaeve, Elayne, Min, Thom, Juilin, Birgitte, Rand, Mat, Moiraine, Egwene, Aviendha, Cairhien, Amys, Salidar 5 10 full true Ep48: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 43 - 46 Ep48: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 43 - 46 Oh boy oh boy oh boy, this episode. Wow. 

All four chapters covered in this episode centre around the battle for Cairhien and the immediate aftermath. 

Not much else to say here. Stop reading and jump in!

Ok, you can continue reading now that you've listened to the episode. How good is it? Let us know using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Oh boy oh boy oh boy, this episode. Wow. 

All four chapters covered in this episode centre around the battle for Cairhien and the immediate aftermath. 

Not much else to say here. Stop reading and jump in!

Ok, you can continue reading now that you've listened to the episode. How good is it? Let us know using any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11281745 Sat, 10 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +1000 9279 WoT, The Fires of Heaven, Rand, Mat, Egwene, Aviendha, Lan, Cairhien, Couldain, Aiel, Shaido, Asmodean, Band of the Red Hand 5 9 full true Ep47: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 37 - 42 Ep47: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 37 - 42 We're back once again with another great primer episode!

Elayne performs before her frist real crowd and Nynaeve finds Uno. She also finds The Prophet and Galad though, but at least both of them present a possible escape from the whitecloak and dragonsworn infested Samara.

Rand surveys the battleground around Cairhien as they prepare to take on the Shaido, but not before Lan coaxes a detailed battle plan from Mat. Poor Mat, he thinks he's leaving, haha!

Lots of great setup in the episode as we get back into the saddle before what will be a climactic battle next time. 

Send us your thougts via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're back once again with another great primer episode!

Elayne performs before her frist real crowd and Nynaeve finds Uno. She also finds The Prophet and Galad though, but at least both of them present a possible escape from the whitecloak and dragonsworn infested Samara.

Rand surveys the battleground around Cairhien as they prepare to take on the Shaido, but not before Lan coaxes a detailed battle plan from Mat. Poor Mat, he thinks he's leaving, haha!

Lots of great setup in the episode as we get back into the saddle before what will be a climactic battle next time. 

Send us your thougts via the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-11226965 Sat, 03 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +1000 9173 Wot, The Fires of Heaven, Rand, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Mat, Aviendha, Thom, Juilin, Galad, Whitecloaks, Valan Luca, Birgitte 5 8 full true Ep46: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 33 - 36 Ep46: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 33 - 36 Hello and welcome to our cozy little episode set almost completely in Valan Luca's menagerie!

Nynaeve meets up with Birgitte in Tel'aran'rhiod, decides a good idea to spy on Moggy, who's spying on the other fab four forsaken, and is ultimately captured by the Spider.

But before Moghedien can enact her evil pla, Birgitte puts an arrow through hjer chest before being unceremoniously ripped from T'A'R by the felled forsaken.

Liandrin pays a hefty price for attempting to strike at Moghedien while she's vulnerable, and Birgitte, now in for corporeal form joins the circus.

It's a short but wild ride! Let us know what you think by reaching out via any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Hello and welcome to our cozy little episode set almost completely in Valan Luca's menagerie!

Nynaeve meets up with Birgitte in Tel'aran'rhiod, decides a good idea to spy on Moggy, who's spying on the other fab four forsaken, and is ultimately captured by the Spider.

But before Moghedien can enact her evil pla, Birgitte puts an arrow through hjer chest before being unceremoniously ripped from T'A'R by the felled forsaken.

Liandrin pays a hefty price for attempting to strike at Moghedien while she's vulnerable, and Birgitte, now in for corporeal form joins the circus.

It's a short but wild ride! Let us know what you think by reaching out via any of the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody




]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-10900828 Sat, 16 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +1000 6495 WoT, The Fires of Heaven, Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom, Juilin, Birgitte, Valan Luca, Moghedien, Liandrin, Lanfear, Sammael, Graendal, Rhavin 5 7 full true Ep45: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 26 - 32 Ep45: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 26 - 32 Welcome back for a doozy of an episode! 7 chapters covered in this one...

Siuan, Min, Leanne and Logain make it to Salidar where they get a bit of a cold welcome, followed shortly by Gareth Bryne who promptly joins the Salidar cause as their shiny new general! Partly because he can't helphimself, but mostly because he's kinda into ol' Siuan...

We have a brief moment of horror with Hadnan Kadere, just to remind us how vile he is, but then we switch to Rand who sends some Aiel ahead to recon Cairhien and the Shaido situation, before following a startled Aviendha through a gateway into a blizzard! They keep each other warm and make their way back through the gateway to relative safety. 

It's a big one!

As always, send your opinions, answers to our questions, theories, corrections etc to any of the social media links below. And leave us a voicemail on our website homepage. Heck, we may play it on the show!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Welcome back for a doozy of an episode! 7 chapters covered in this one...

Siuan, Min, Leanne and Logain make it to Salidar where they get a bit of a cold welcome, followed shortly by Gareth Bryne who promptly joins the Salidar cause as their shiny new general! Partly because he can't helphimself, but mostly because he's kinda into ol' Siuan...

We have a brief moment of horror with Hadnan Kadere, just to remind us how vile he is, but then we switch to Rand who sends some Aiel ahead to recon Cairhien and the Shaido situation, before following a startled Aviendha through a gateway into a blizzard! They keep each other warm and make their way back through the gateway to relative safety. 

It's a big one!

As always, send your opinions, answers to our questions, theories, corrections etc to any of the social media links below. And leave us a voicemail on our website homepage. Heck, we may play it on the show!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-10865276 Sat, 02 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +1000 8900 WoT, The Fires of Heaven, Min, Siuan, Leanne, Logain, Gareth Bryne, Salidar, Aes Sedai, Rand, Aviendha, Asmodean, Seanchan, Igloo, Kadere 5 6 full true Ep44: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 20 - 25 Ep44: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 20 - 25 And just like that we're back from the dead! Well, a 2 week break, but it feels like forever!

In this episode we cover, basically, a long walk through a mountain pass. Rand and the Aiel come across a village at the mouth of Jangai Pass that's been ravaged by the Shaido, and Rand has to start managing the Aiel perception and treatment of wetlanders.

Rand and Aviendha continue their dance of cluelessness vs. stubborness, Mat goes one on one with a Fade and Egwene meets up with Elayne in T'A'R to exchange information.

Egwene also draws the unwated attention of Moghedien in the world of dreams, walking into traps she doesn't even understand. Hell, we don't even understand them!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, a glimmer of an explanation to the dreams discussion we have toward the end (PLEASE!) and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And just like that we're back from the dead! Well, a 2 week break, but it feels like forever!

In this episode we cover, basically, a long walk through a mountain pass. Rand and the Aiel come across a village at the mouth of Jangai Pass that's been ravaged by the Shaido, and Rand has to start managing the Aiel perception and treatment of wetlanders.

Rand and Aviendha continue their dance of cluelessness vs. stubborness, Mat goes one on one with a Fade and Egwene meets up with Elayne in T'A'R to exchange information.

Egwene also draws the unwated attention of Moghedien in the world of dreams, walking into traps she doesn't even understand. Hell, we don't even understand them!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, a glimmer of an explanation to the dreams discussion we have toward the end (PLEASE!) and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-10795851 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 01:00:00 +1000 9320 Wot, The Fires of Heaven, Rand, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Galad, Gawyn, Moghedien, Birgitte, Rhuarc, Amys, Wise Ones, Sorilea 5 5 full true Ep43: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 15 - 19 Ep43: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 15 - 19 Welcome back friendly friends!

In this episode we are... treated? To a bunch of darkfriendery.

First Nynaeve has Birgitte report back on Forsaken activity in Tel'aran'rhiod, and then uses the world of dreams to spy on [GASP] the new Amyrlin Seat! 

Egwene swings the power pendulum back in her own direction, getting one over on an obviously rattled Nynaeve, and then has a lovely conversation with Moiraine as an equal.

BAck in the waking world Nynaeve and Elayne run into Galad and panic, immediately running off to join the circus.

We get a real dose of the dark as Liandrin comes face to face with her new master, Moghedien, and all the remaining Black Ajah sisters in her group get new orders.

Finally, Morgase starts catching on to the fact that Gaebril is no bueno, and makes moves to escape his influence with a rag-tag group of of friends. 

And lastly, Padan Fain and Alviarin have a chat!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back friendly friends!

In this episode we are... treated? To a bunch of darkfriendery.

First Nynaeve has Birgitte report back on Forsaken activity in Tel'aran'rhiod, and then uses the world of dreams to spy on [GASP] the new Amyrlin Seat! 

Egwene swings the power pendulum back in her own direction, getting one over on an obviously rattled Nynaeve, and then has a lovely conversation with Moiraine as an equal.

BAck in the waking world Nynaeve and Elayne run into Galad and panic, immediately running off to join the circus.

We get a real dose of the dark as Liandrin comes face to face with her new master, Moghedien, and all the remaining Black Ajah sisters in her group get new orders.

Finally, Morgase starts catching on to the fact that Gaebril is no bueno, and makes moves to escape his influence with a rag-tag group of of friends. 

And lastly, Padan Fain and Alviarin have a chat!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-10631354 Sat, 21 May 2022 01:00:00 +1000 8879 Wot, The Fires of Heaven, Rand, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom, Juilin, Galad, Whitecloaks, Valan Luca, Liandrin, Moghedien, Birgitte, Black Ajah, Padan Fain, Alviarin 5 4 full true Ep42: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 9 - 14 Ep42: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 9 - 14 Welcome back to Blood and Ashes: Eyes and Ears Edition!

Nynaeve and Elayne identify a member of the Yellow Ajah message network but their interaction does not go down well. Not as well as a delicious cup of Forkroot tea. Luckily Thom and Juilin have their wits about them.

Then Siuan gets a crucial clue from a bawdy tavern, giving her their next destination, but the wily ol' Gareth Bryne and his group of geriatric soldiers are surprisingly, hot on their heels!

The girls then have a brief encounter with everyone's favourite ring master, Valan Luca, before bedding down in a small town and catch up with Egwene in Tel'aran'rhiod, and check in with Birgitte Silverbow.

Fun times laced with some pretty childish behaviour. Let's discuss!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back to Blood and Ashes: Eyes and Ears Edition!

Nynaeve and Elayne identify a member of the Yellow Ajah message network but their interaction does not go down well. Not as well as a delicious cup of Forkroot tea. Luckily Thom and Juilin have their wits about them.

Then Siuan gets a crucial clue from a bawdy tavern, giving her their next destination, but the wily ol' Gareth Bryne and his group of geriatric soldiers are surprisingly, hot on their heels!

The girls then have a brief encounter with everyone's favourite ring master, Valan Luca, before bedding down in a small town and catch up with Egwene in Tel'aran'rhiod, and check in with Birgitte Silverbow.

Fun times laced with some pretty childish behaviour. Let's discuss!

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-10548719 Sat, 07 May 2022 01:00:00 +1000 9043 Wot, The Fires of Heaven, Forkroot, Rand, Egwene, Moiraine, Lan, Amys, Wise Ones, Lanfear, Birgitte, Melaine 5 3 full true Ep41: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 4 - 8 Ep41: The Fires of Heaven, Chapters 4 - 8 Welcome back to a very special episode of the podcast. One with a touching dedication which I'll let Jody make in the episode itself.

Then we get back to our regular shenanigans, recapping and discussing Rand's coterie of women that can't seem to leave him alone, Egwene and Aviendha's burgeoning friendship, a healthy dose of teaching from the Wise Ones, and a darkhound attack. Mat is also there. And you can cut the tension between Rand and Aviendha with a knife.

Rand reveals his next move to the Aiel clan chiefs and permanently frustrated Moiraine, and before we call it a day we check in with Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom and Juilin as a nice teaser for the next episode.

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back to a very special episode of the podcast. One with a touching dedication which I'll let Jody make in the episode itself.

Then we get back to our regular shenanigans, recapping and discussing Rand's coterie of women that can't seem to leave him alone, Egwene and Aviendha's burgeoning friendship, a healthy dose of teaching from the Wise Ones, and a darkhound attack. Mat is also there. And you can cut the tension between Rand and Aviendha with a knife.

Rand reveals his next move to the Aiel clan chiefs and permanently frustrated Moiraine, and before we call it a day we check in with Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom and Juilin as a nice teaser for the next episode.

Send in all your thoughts, corrctions, theories, enlightening essays and just about anything you can think of using the links below!

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-10483721 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +1000 10055 Wot, The Fires of Heaven, Rhuidean, Rand, Mat, Aviendha, Egwene, Moiraine, Lan, Amys, Wise Ones, Lanfear, Darkhounds 5 2 full true Ep40: The Fires of Heaven, Prologue - Chapter 3 Ep40: The Fires of Heaven, Prologue - Chapter 3 Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! A new episode and a new book!

Right off the bat we get into some serious plotting. First between Elaida and her cronies and then 4 of the Forsaken working together! For now...

Meanwhile Rand is in Rhuidean planning his next move and taking Saidin 101 with his pet Forsaken bard, while Mat spends his time gambling, drinking and philandering.

We also join up with the White Tower escapees as they come face to face with none other than Gareth Bryne himself! Setting into motion a chain of events with massive repercussions.

Let us know what you think about this passage, our recounting thereof and our general musing on the subject matter! You can reach us via any of the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! A new episode and a new book!

Right off the bat we get into some serious plotting. First between Elaida and her cronies and then 4 of the Forsaken working together! For now...

Meanwhile Rand is in Rhuidean planning his next move and taking Saidin 101 with his pet Forsaken bard, while Mat spends his time gambling, drinking and philandering.

We also join up with the White Tower escapees as they come face to face with none other than Gareth Bryne himself! Setting into motion a chain of events with massive repercussions.

Let us know what you think about this passage, our recounting thereof and our general musing on the subject matter! You can reach us via any of the links below.

Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-10401614 Sat, 09 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +1000 9271 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Fires of Heaven, Forsaken, Lanfear, Rhavin, Graendal, Sammael, Asmodean, Elaida, Rand, Mat, Moiraine, Egwene, Aviendha, Rhuidean, The White Tower 5 1 full true Ep39: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 56 - 58 Ep39: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 56 - 58 Well here we are again, a season finale!

We have a very cathartic end to "The Siege of the Two Rivers", Rand throws the cat among the pigeons in the Aiel Waste and then has a showdown with a Forsaken while wrecking an entire city. Good times!

We also discuss the book as a whole and talk about our favorite moments from The Shadow Rising.

Let us know what you think of the book, of the podcast or even our thoughts by using any of the links below:

And lastly, here's that link I promised in the Callbacks section:
13th Depository - http://13depository.blogspot.com/

 Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Well here we are again, a season finale!

We have a very cathartic end to "The Siege of the Two Rivers", Rand throws the cat among the pigeons in the Aiel Waste and then has a showdown with a Forsaken while wrecking an entire city. Good times!

We also discuss the book as a whole and talk about our favorite moments from The Shadow Rising.

Let us know what you think of the book, of the podcast or even our thoughts by using any of the links below:

And lastly, here's that link I promised in the Callbacks section:
13th Depository - http://13depository.blogspot.com/

 Enjoy!
Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-10250392 Sat, 26 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +1100 9882 WoT, The Shadow Rising, Perrin, Goldeneyes, Slayer, Whitecloaks, Trollocs, Emond's Field, Tinkers, Verin, Allana, Lanfear, Asmodean, Rand al'Thor, Egwene, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Aviendha, Mat Cauthon, Cold Rocks Hold, Aiel Waste, He Who Comes With The Dawn, Sh 4 12 full true Ep38: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 53 - 55 Ep38: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 53 - 55 Right! We're in it now folks! The penultimate episode for The Shadow Rising.

Perrin has a showdown with Slayer in the Wolf Dream, Loial and Gaul return from their mission to seal the Waygate, and Perrin and Faile tie the knot. All in one chapter.

Then we have our intrepid Black Ajah hunters in Tanchico pull off a heist from the Panarch's palace, managing to find their quarry, face down one of the Forsaken, take out a Black Ajah sister, rescue the Panarch and avoid a balefire blowout. Also all in one chapter.

It's all happening!

So after you've listened to the episode get in touch and send us your thoughts via:

Enjoy!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Right! We're in it now folks! The penultimate episode for The Shadow Rising.

Perrin has a showdown with Slayer in the Wolf Dream, Loial and Gaul return from their mission to seal the Waygate, and Perrin and Faile tie the knot. All in one chapter.

Then we have our intrepid Black Ajah hunters in Tanchico pull off a heist from the Panarch's palace, managing to find their quarry, face down one of the Forsaken, take out a Black Ajah sister, rescue the Panarch and avoid a balefire blowout. Also all in one chapter.

It's all happening!

So after you've listened to the episode get in touch and send us your thoughts via:

Enjoy!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-10141294 Sat, 26 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +1100 6474 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Shadow Rising, Nynaeve, Elayne, Moghedien, Perrin, Faile, Bain, Chiad, Gaul, Loial, Slayer, Black Ajah, Tanchico, Emond's Field 4 11 full true Ep37: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 49 - 52 Ep37: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 49 - 52 Hello friends! Things are really starting to hot up now...

Rand and friends arrive at Cold Rocks hold and get a crash course in Aiel custom. Rand ingratiates himself with the Maidens of the Spear, but the hold is attacked in the night by trollocs and multiple Draghkar! But not before Rand has a steamy Waterwood dream...

In Tanchico our intrepid investigators have located the Black Ajah sisters, and after a bit of dream exploitation they also find the object they're looking for: The Domination Bands. Nynaeve also runs into the panarch, some Black Ajah, and oh, one of the Forsaken while in the world of dreams. Yikes! 

We're barreling toward the climax of this book and it's fantastic. So after you've listened to the episode get in touch and send us your thoughts!

Enjoy!

Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Hello friends! Things are really starting to hot up now...

Rand and friends arrive at Cold Rocks hold and get a crash course in Aiel custom. Rand ingratiates himself with the Maidens of the Spear, but the hold is attacked in the night by trollocs and multiple Draghkar! But not before Rand has a steamy Waterwood dream...

In Tanchico our intrepid investigators have located the Black Ajah sisters, and after a bit of dream exploitation they also find the object they're looking for: The Domination Bands. Nynaeve also runs into the panarch, some Black Ajah, and oh, one of the Forsaken while in the world of dreams. Yikes! 

We're barreling toward the climax of this book and it's fantastic. So after you've listened to the episode get in touch and send us your thoughts!

Enjoy!

Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-10038451 Sat, 12 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +1100 8125 WoT, The Shadow Rising, Perrin, Goldeneyes, Slayer, Whitecloaks, Trollocs, Emond's Field, Tinkers, Verin, Allana, Lanfear, Asmodean, Rand al'Thor, Egwene, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Aviendha, Mat Cauthon, Cold Rocks Hold, Aiel Waste 4 10 full true Ep36: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 45 - 48 Ep36: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 45 - 48 And we're back!

In this week's episode we get a great mix of plotlines.

Perrin settles into the leadership role in Emond's Field and finally comes face to face with Dain Bornhald and his Whitecloaks.

Nynaeve and Elayne bumble their way through the dangerous streets of Tanchico but get their bacon saved by everyone's least hated Seanchan officer, before coming face to face with someone truly terrifying.

Rand and Mat shoot the breeze with the shifty peddlers they met in the waste and finally arrive at Cold Rocks Hold.

But in the most monumental chapter of this stretch the poop hits the proverbial fan at the White Tower as Elaida makes her move, which sends Min, Siuane, Leanne, Gawyn and Logain down their individual paths to... what? Time will tell! (But we know, right?)

Join us online and let's discuss!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And we're back!

In this week's episode we get a great mix of plotlines.

Perrin settles into the leadership role in Emond's Field and finally comes face to face with Dain Bornhald and his Whitecloaks.

Nynaeve and Elayne bumble their way through the dangerous streets of Tanchico but get their bacon saved by everyone's least hated Seanchan officer, before coming face to face with someone truly terrifying.

Rand and Mat shoot the breeze with the shifty peddlers they met in the waste and finally arrive at Cold Rocks Hold.

But in the most monumental chapter of this stretch the poop hits the proverbial fan at the White Tower as Elaida makes her move, which sends Min, Siuane, Leanne, Gawyn and Logain down their individual paths to... what? Time will tell! (But we know, right?)

Join us online and let's discuss!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-9961885 Sat, 29 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +1100 8711 WoT,The Shadow Rising, Rand al'Thor, Mat Cauthon, Nynaeve, Elayne, Tanchico, Aiel Waste, Perrin, Faile, Padan Fain, Loial, Gaul, Bain, Chiad 4 9 full true Bonus Episode: The Strike at Shayol Ghul Bonus Episode: The Strike at Shayol Ghul Hello friends!

In December Willie and I participated in the WoTaHoliday 24h charity stream for the Lightweaver Foundation where we discussed the short story "The Strike at Shayol Ghul".

In the season 1 finale of the Wheel of Time series on Amazon they actually did a cold open set in this time, so it turns out our discussion was quite timely!

The stream itself is archived and available on the Malkier Talks YouTube channel, and the charity we were supporting can be found here.

Hope you enjoy and share your thoughts with us via the social media links below! 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Hello friends!

In December Willie and I participated in the WoTaHoliday 24h charity stream for the Lightweaver Foundation where we discussed the short story "The Strike at Shayol Ghul".

In the season 1 finale of the Wheel of Time series on Amazon they actually did a cold open set in this time, so it turns out our discussion was quite timely!

The stream itself is archived and available on the Malkier Talks YouTube channel, and the charity we were supporting can be found here.

Hope you enjoy and share your thoughts with us via the social media links below! 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Willie Buzzsprout-9822130 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +1100 3670 The Dragon, Lews Therin, Shayol Ghul, Fateful Compact bonus true Ep35: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 41 - 44 Ep35: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 41 - 44 In this stretch of chapters we focus solely on Perrin and his exploits in the Two Rivers as he comes to grip with the expectations placed on him by his fellow farmers and villagers.

First he stuns his trolloc hunting party by being very familiar with the Tinkers and their ways, undergoes a bit of healing in the Tinker camp and eventually makes his way back to a now well fortified Emond's Field where his work truly begins organising the locals.

The Aes Sedai are there, out in the open now, and it's a good thing since Perrin actually requires some serious One Power healing from Allana. But he has no time to rest as the village is almost immediately attacked by 500 trollocs and 3 fades!

What happens!? Listen and find out!

Then formulate your thoughts on this episode and send them to us at:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> In this stretch of chapters we focus solely on Perrin and his exploits in the Two Rivers as he comes to grip with the expectations placed on him by his fellow farmers and villagers.

First he stuns his trolloc hunting party by being very familiar with the Tinkers and their ways, undergoes a bit of healing in the Tinker camp and eventually makes his way back to a now well fortified Emond's Field where his work truly begins organising the locals.

The Aes Sedai are there, out in the open now, and it's a good thing since Perrin actually requires some serious One Power healing from Allana. But he has no time to rest as the village is almost immediately attacked by 500 trollocs and 3 fades!

What happens!? Listen and find out!

Then formulate your thoughts on this episode and send them to us at:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-9646812 Sat, 04 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +1100 6576 WoT, The Shadow Rising, Perrin, Goldeneyes, Slayer, Whitecloaks, Trollocs, Emond's Field, Tinkers, Verin, Allana 4 8 full true Ep34: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 37 - 40 Ep34: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 37 - 40 We get treated to wide range of points of view this week as we check in with our main cast and a number of ancillary characters we haven't seen in a while. Some pleasant, some less so...

Rand, Mat, Moiraine, Lan and the Aiel have departed from Rhuidean and have made their way to Imre Stand. But things are not exactly going to plan.

We jump to Tanchico as Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom and Juilin arrive on the Seafolk Raker, and get some great plot development from Egeanin's point of view as she glimpses a number of familiar faces. 

The girls team up with Bayle Domon to root out the Black Ajah, and we get some extened scenes with Jaichim Carridin and the Black Ajah sisters before we jump all the way to the Two Rivers where Perrin is waging an ongoing assault on the trollocs that have invaded his homeland.

There is plotting, scheming, massive implications for long standing loyalties, multiple battles and a particularly rowdy night in an inn for Elayne. Quite the smorgasbord of plotlines, so enjoy!

Send us your feedback by clicking any of the hyperlinks below!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody





]]> We get treated to wide range of points of view this week as we check in with our main cast and a number of ancillary characters we haven't seen in a while. Some pleasant, some less so...

Rand, Mat, Moiraine, Lan and the Aiel have departed from Rhuidean and have made their way to Imre Stand. But things are not exactly going to plan.

We jump to Tanchico as Nynaeve, Elayne, Thom and Juilin arrive on the Seafolk Raker, and get some great plot development from Egeanin's point of view as she glimpses a number of familiar faces. 

The girls team up with Bayle Domon to root out the Black Ajah, and we get some extened scenes with Jaichim Carridin and the Black Ajah sisters before we jump all the way to the Two Rivers where Perrin is waging an ongoing assault on the trollocs that have invaded his homeland.

There is plotting, scheming, massive implications for long standing loyalties, multiple battles and a particularly rowdy night in an inn for Elayne. Quite the smorgasbord of plotlines, so enjoy!

Send us your feedback by clicking any of the hyperlinks below!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody





]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-9574387 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +1100 9562 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, Amys, Stone of Tear, Rhuidean, He Who Comes With the Dawn, Seanchan, Bayle Domon, Elayne, Nynaeve, Thom, Lanfear, Asmodean, 4 7 full true Ep33: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 31 - 36 Ep33: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 31 - 36 Welcome back! In this episode we stick with the two main plotlines: Perrin in the Two Rivers and Rand, Mat & Egwene in the Waste.

Perrin is starting to come into his own, giving orders to respected Two Rivers elders, barking at Aes Sedai and organising the farm folk against the dual assault of Whitecloaks and Trollocs. He also puts Slayer in his place and it all just feels... right. And everyone agrees!

Rand and Mat emerge from Rhuidean to, well, not exactly exultation and fanfare. In fact, it's downright hostility from the get-go, even from Aviendha. But Rand knows what needs doing and sets his own path now. 

Mat. Wonderful, cocky Mat. Always ready to lighten the mood. Bless him.

Send us your feedback by clicking any of the hyperlinks below!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Welcome back! In this episode we stick with the two main plotlines: Perrin in the Two Rivers and Rand, Mat & Egwene in the Waste.

Perrin is starting to come into his own, giving orders to respected Two Rivers elders, barking at Aes Sedai and organising the farm folk against the dual assault of Whitecloaks and Trollocs. He also puts Slayer in his place and it all just feels... right. And everyone agrees!

Rand and Mat emerge from Rhuidean to, well, not exactly exultation and fanfare. In fact, it's downright hostility from the get-go, even from Aviendha. But Rand knows what needs doing and sets his own path now. 

Mat. Wonderful, cocky Mat. Always ready to lighten the mood. Bless him.

Send us your feedback by clicking any of the hyperlinks below!

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-9487756 Sat, 06 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +1100 10852 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, Amys, Stone of Tear, Rhuidean, He Who Comes With the Dawn, Aviendha, Emonds Field, Whitecloaks 4 6 full true Ep32: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 25 - 30 Ep32: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 25 - 30 And now for something completely different... Well, somewhat different.

Join us for a trip down memory lane as we travel with Rand through the history of the Aiel in the glass columns in Rhuidean. We recount his visions in chronological order in a bid to make it more digestible. Let us know if we succeeded at all!

Then Perrin, Faile, Gaul, Bain, Chiad and Loial have an encounter in the Ways before making it to Emond's field and getting some bad news.

It's an emotional roller coaster this episode, so hold onto your feelings, we're going in...

Send your corrections, theories and comments via the links below:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> And now for something completely different... Well, somewhat different.

Join us for a trip down memory lane as we travel with Rand through the history of the Aiel in the glass columns in Rhuidean. We recount his visions in chronological order in a bid to make it more digestible. Let us know if we succeeded at all!

Then Perrin, Faile, Gaul, Bain, Chiad and Loial have an encounter in the Ways before making it to Emond's field and getting some bad news.

It's an emotional roller coaster this episode, so hold onto your feelings, we're going in...

Send your corrections, theories and comments via the links below:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-9373708 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 01:00:00 +1100 11303 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, Amys, Stone of Tear, Rhuidean, He Who Comes With the Dawn, Jenn Aiel 4 5 full true Ep31: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 19 - 24 Ep31: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 19 - 24 We're in for a real treat here, folks!

Not only do we get a very rare glimpse into the thoughts of our favorite Blue Ajah champion, but we get a big dose of culture and lore dumps from not one, but TWO thus far mysterious nations: The Sea folk and our beloved Aiel!

Nynaeve and Elayne book passage on a Sea Folk raker, making some interesting discoveries in the process. They're joined by Thom and Juilin as the group sets off for Tanchico.

Rand, Mat, Egwene, Moiraine and Lan set off for the Waste with their company of Aiel warriors, but not before Rand does something pretty incredible in the Heart of the Stone to keep the Tairen nobles in line.

It's another doozy of an episode coming in at well over 3h, so sit back and enjoy!

Reach out to us using any of the links below:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> We're in for a real treat here, folks!

Not only do we get a very rare glimpse into the thoughts of our favorite Blue Ajah champion, but we get a big dose of culture and lore dumps from not one, but TWO thus far mysterious nations: The Sea folk and our beloved Aiel!

Nynaeve and Elayne book passage on a Sea Folk raker, making some interesting discoveries in the process. They're joined by Thom and Juilin as the group sets off for Tanchico.

Rand, Mat, Egwene, Moiraine and Lan set off for the Waste with their company of Aiel warriors, but not before Rand does something pretty incredible in the Heart of the Stone to keep the Tairen nobles in line.

It's another doozy of an episode coming in at well over 3h, so sit back and enjoy!

Reach out to us using any of the links below:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> https://bloodandashespodcast.com/podcasts Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-9249454 Sat, 25 Sep 2021 01:00:00 +1000 12212 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, Amys, Stone of Tear, Callandor, Portal Stone, Rhuidean 4 4 full true Ep30: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 11 - 18 Ep30: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 11 - 18 There's a lot going on here. 

In this episode Perrin sets off via the Ways on his quest to liberate the Two Rivers from the Whitecloaks, in a bizarre and spiteful arrangement with Faile. Good thing they have Aiel backup.

Egwene meets Amys in Tel'aran'rhiod and is summoned to The Waste to learn about Dreaming. 

Nynaeve, Elayne and Aviendha prepare to leave for Tanchico, and Moiraine asks Thom to accompany them after meeting with the Aelfinn. 

Oh, and Rand and Mat also go see the Aelfinn, nearly destroying their world in the process.

We even have some romantic moments, one subtle and touching, the other ridiculous and over-the-top, but they're both great.

We hope you enjoy it! Let us know:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> There's a lot going on here. 

In this episode Perrin sets off via the Ways on his quest to liberate the Two Rivers from the Whitecloaks, in a bizarre and spiteful arrangement with Faile. Good thing they have Aiel backup.

Egwene meets Amys in Tel'aran'rhiod and is summoned to The Waste to learn about Dreaming. 

Nynaeve, Elayne and Aviendha prepare to leave for Tanchico, and Moiraine asks Thom to accompany them after meeting with the Aelfinn. 

Oh, and Rand and Mat also go see the Aelfinn, nearly destroying their world in the process.

We even have some romantic moments, one subtle and touching, the other ridiculous and over-the-top, but they're both great.

We hope you enjoy it! Let us know:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody



]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-9165061 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 01:00:00 +1000 11139 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Bubble of Evil, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, Amys, Stone of Tear 4 3 full true Ep29: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 5 - 10 Ep29: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 5 - 10 I hope you like The Stone of Tear, because we're still here. Much to the frustration of Moiraine.

The girls are having no luck squeezing information out of the captured Black Ajah sisters. And Moiraine is having no luck pushing Rand into action. 

Elayne is trying to process her feelings for Rand, so after she and Egwene take a crack at learning something about Saidin and Saidar and their differences, Elayne hangs back and declares her feelings for Rand. Sort of.

Speaking of hanging, Rand is starting to consider it as a suitable treatment for the High Lords of Tear. Can't say I disagree. 

Then all hell breaks loose when Lanfear shows up and Rand's hand is forced to make a decision about what happens next. Exciting stuff indeed!

We also reference two episodes of The Podcast of the Dragon. They are Episode 25: The Power of Nope and Episode 26: Thus Do We Sing the Beginning. Great content and I highly recommend them both, especially Episode 25.

Tell us what you think by reaching out via any of the following social media links:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> I hope you like The Stone of Tear, because we're still here. Much to the frustration of Moiraine.

The girls are having no luck squeezing information out of the captured Black Ajah sisters. And Moiraine is having no luck pushing Rand into action. 

Elayne is trying to process her feelings for Rand, so after she and Egwene take a crack at learning something about Saidin and Saidar and their differences, Elayne hangs back and declares her feelings for Rand. Sort of.

Speaking of hanging, Rand is starting to consider it as a suitable treatment for the High Lords of Tear. Can't say I disagree. 

Then all hell breaks loose when Lanfear shows up and Rand's hand is forced to make a decision about what happens next. Exciting stuff indeed!

We also reference two episodes of The Podcast of the Dragon. They are Episode 25: The Power of Nope and Episode 26: Thus Do We Sing the Beginning. Great content and I highly recommend them both, especially Episode 25.

Tell us what you think by reaching out via any of the following social media links:

Enjoy, friends!

Mo, Willie and Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-9088021 Sat, 28 Aug 2021 01:00:00 +1000 10397 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Bubble of Evil, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear, The Stone Stands 4 2 full true Ep28: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 1 - 4 Ep28: The Shadow Rising, Chapters 1 - 4 It might be a new book but we pick up right where we left off. Almost.

After checking in with Min who's finally made her way to the White Tower we also get a brief catch up with some of our least favourite characters. Padan Fain, Dain Bornhald and High Lady Suroth. Gross.

And then it's straight back to The Stone of Tear where all breaks loose when a bubble of evil targets our 3 favourite ta'veren. It's an action packed stretch but somehow we still get distracted by a double entendre, revel in the radness that is everything related to The Maidens of the Spear and are all repulsed by the High Lords of Tear.

Despite all the black hearts present in this stretch we still have lots of laughs and manage to come up with some theories ripe for correction, so please do chime in using any of the below social media links.

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil


]]> It might be a new book but we pick up right where we left off. Almost.

After checking in with Min who's finally made her way to the White Tower we also get a brief catch up with some of our least favourite characters. Padan Fain, Dain Bornhald and High Lady Suroth. Gross.

And then it's straight back to The Stone of Tear where all breaks loose when a bubble of evil targets our 3 favourite ta'veren. It's an action packed stretch but somehow we still get distracted by a double entendre, revel in the radness that is everything related to The Maidens of the Spear and are all repulsed by the High Lords of Tear.

Despite all the black hearts present in this stretch we still have lots of laughs and manage to come up with some theories ripe for correction, so please do chime in using any of the below social media links.

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil


]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-9021966 Sat, 14 Aug 2021 01:00:00 +1000 10033 WoT, The Shadow Rising, The Dragon Reborn, Callandor, Bubble of Evil, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Lan, Moiraine, Rhuarc, Maidens of the Spear 4 1 full true Ep27: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 52 - 56 Ep27: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 52 - 56 And here we are, the finale for The Dragon Reborn!

Mat, Perrin, Rand, the girls, Moiraine, the Aiel and just about every person you can think of converge on The Heart of the Stone and action ensues!

We summarize the final chapters, pick our favorite moment from the episode and then spend a bit of time talking about the book as a whole and pick our favorite moment (thing?) from the book as a whole.

Clear your schedule, sit back and enjoy the climactic end of The Dragon Reborn!

Mo, Willie & Jody

]]> And here we are, the finale for The Dragon Reborn!

Mat, Perrin, Rand, the girls, Moiraine, the Aiel and just about every person you can think of converge on The Heart of the Stone and action ensues!

We summarize the final chapters, pick our favorite moment from the episode and then spend a bit of time talking about the book as a whole and pick our favorite moment (thing?) from the book as a whole.

Clear your schedule, sit back and enjoy the climactic end of The Dragon Reborn!

Mo, Willie & Jody

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-8942192 Sat, 31 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +1000 10416 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, The Stone of Tear, Callandor, Forsaken, Aiel, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Aviendha, Rhuarc 3 10 full true Ep26: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 48 - 51 Ep26: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 48 - 51 Oh boy, Tear is bursting with ta'veren as virtually everyone converges on the troubled city. 

Nynaeve, Egwene and Elayne arrive and immediately set about tracking down the Black Ajah with the help of a fan favorite character. 

Perrin, Moiraine, Lan, Faile and Loial arrive and take up lodging next to a smithy where Perrin gets to flex some old muscles. Literally and figuratively. And as a result his axe gets some competition from a new hammer...

Mat and Thom arrive in the rain, at night, but immediately start searching for the girls and Comar and Mat's luck runs wild.

All this to set up a climactic finale, and yet we still get distracted by Mortal Kombat, clog design sensibilities and a double entendre that almost completely derails us. We also (foolishly) thought this might be a shorter episode due to the smaller number of chapters. Haha, how naïve we were.

Let us know what you think as we get ready for the big finale in the next episode!

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Oh boy, Tear is bursting with ta'veren as virtually everyone converges on the troubled city. 

Nynaeve, Egwene and Elayne arrive and immediately set about tracking down the Black Ajah with the help of a fan favorite character. 

Perrin, Moiraine, Lan, Faile and Loial arrive and take up lodging next to a smithy where Perrin gets to flex some old muscles. Literally and figuratively. And as a result his axe gets some competition from a new hammer...

Mat and Thom arrive in the rain, at night, but immediately start searching for the girls and Comar and Mat's luck runs wild.

All this to set up a climactic finale, and yet we still get distracted by Mortal Kombat, clog design sensibilities and a double entendre that almost completely derails us. We also (foolishly) thought this might be a shorter episode due to the smaller number of chapters. Haha, how naïve we were.

Let us know what you think as we get ready for the big finale in the next episode!

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8859982 Sat, 17 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +1000 7841 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Be'lal, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Mat Cauthon, Thom Merrilin, Black Ajah, Tear 3 9 full true Ep25: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 42 - 47 Ep25: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 42 - 47 Things are getting pretty hectic right off the bat with Perrin and co. arriving in Illian, getting attacked almost immediately, discovering some disturbing things about forces of the Shadow and making a run for Tear.

Mat also fends off an attempt on his life with the help of Thom, on their way to Caemlyn to deliver Elayne's letter. The city seems to be under a malevolent influence but Mat makes his way to the Queen and her... advisor. He learns of a plot on Elayne's life and immediately sets off for Tear, where the girls are also heading.

But of course we also need to talk about female Trollocs and Native East African languages. Speculation with no real evidence abounds. Come join the fun!

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Things are getting pretty hectic right off the bat with Perrin and co. arriving in Illian, getting attacked almost immediately, discovering some disturbing things about forces of the Shadow and making a run for Tear.

Mat also fends off an attempt on his life with the help of Thom, on their way to Caemlyn to deliver Elayne's letter. The city seems to be under a malevolent influence but Mat makes his way to the Queen and her... advisor. He learns of a plot on Elayne's life and immediately sets off for Tear, where the girls are also heading.

But of course we also need to talk about female Trollocs and Native East African languages. Speculation with no real evidence abounds. Come join the fun!

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8794916 Sat, 03 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +1000 8954 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn, Book 3 3 8 full true Ep24: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 36 - 41 Ep24: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 36 - 41 And we're back! Join us as we dust off the ol' brain cobwebs after a full week's break and dive right back into The Dragon Reborn. And BOY, what a set of chapters...

Perrin spies on some Forsaken, manages to piss off Moiraine to no end and has to constantly spar with Faile. Verbally, obviously.

Rand is... struggling. Haggard from the constant attacks he's lashing out in spectacular fashion.

Mat pretends not to be a hero while acting extremely heroically and cracking wise.

But the women steal the show. Nynaeve, Egwene and Elayne encounter their first Aiel, and holy cow, do the sparks fly. Nynaeve conjures some insane weaves, and Aviendha and the Maidens of the Spear kick the door down. Literally.

True to form we find all sorts of miniscule detail to ponder when we're not nerding out about how rad everyone is being. Or mad. Depends on the POV.

Send us your thoughts and feedback via any of the following links:

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> And we're back! Join us as we dust off the ol' brain cobwebs after a full week's break and dive right back into The Dragon Reborn. And BOY, what a set of chapters...

Perrin spies on some Forsaken, manages to piss off Moiraine to no end and has to constantly spar with Faile. Verbally, obviously.

Rand is... struggling. Haggard from the constant attacks he's lashing out in spectacular fashion.

Mat pretends not to be a hero while acting extremely heroically and cracking wise.

But the women steal the show. Nynaeve, Egwene and Elayne encounter their first Aiel, and holy cow, do the sparks fly. Nynaeve conjures some insane weaves, and Aviendha and the Maidens of the Spear kick the door down. Literally.

True to form we find all sorts of miniscule detail to ponder when we're not nerding out about how rad everyone is being. Or mad. Depends on the POV.

Send us your thoughts and feedback via any of the following links:

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8718560 Sat, 19 Jun 2021 01:00:00 +1000 8002 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Gray Man, Perrin, Faile, Loial, Mat Cauthon, Thom Merrilin, Halfmen 3 7 full true Ep23: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 30 - 35 Ep23: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 30 - 35 Just as we get used to being in the Tower, everyone hits the road! Or the river, as the case may be.

Mat defies all laws of physics in both an altercation in the streets of Tar Valon, and at the dicing tables. Plus he runs into an old friend and they set off together on another grand adventure!

We also catch up with Perrin who is suddenly confronted by two elements from Min's viewings about him. His life is about to get really complicated...

We have our usual mix of irreverence and pedantry, but the majority of the episode is pure plot progress as our friends set out in the world and take care of business!

Send us your thoughts and feedback via any of the following links:

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil




]]> Just as we get used to being in the Tower, everyone hits the road! Or the river, as the case may be.

Mat defies all laws of physics in both an altercation in the streets of Tar Valon, and at the dicing tables. Plus he runs into an old friend and they set off together on another grand adventure!

We also catch up with Perrin who is suddenly confronted by two elements from Min's viewings about him. His life is about to get really complicated...

We have our usual mix of irreverence and pedantry, but the majority of the episode is pure plot progress as our friends set out in the world and take care of business!

Send us your thoughts and feedback via any of the following links:

Enjoy!

Mo, Jo and Wil




]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8602348 Sat, 29 May 2021 01:00:00 +1000 7868 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Mat, Thom 3 6 full true Ep22: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 24 - 29 Ep22: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 24 - 29 Well, Mat's back and immediately the whole episode becomes a barrel of laughs. Naturally.

Mat gets hungry, kicks some ass and then charms us all over again. That loveable scamp!

The girls shift gears in their investigation, going so far as to charge headlong into danger in attempt at learning something, anything that will help them mitigate the threat of the Black Ajah. But they do come out with a plan.

These chapters hardly move the timeline along at all, but it's such a fun stretch we were laughing all episode. 

Tell us if you agree or if you have any feelings about it at all!

Cheers,

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Well, Mat's back and immediately the whole episode becomes a barrel of laughs. Naturally.

Mat gets hungry, kicks some ass and then charms us all over again. That loveable scamp!

The girls shift gears in their investigation, going so far as to charge headlong into danger in attempt at learning something, anything that will help them mitigate the threat of the Black Ajah. But they do come out with a plan.

These chapters hardly move the timeline along at all, but it's such a fun stretch we were laughing all episode. 

Tell us if you agree or if you have any feelings about it at all!

Cheers,

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-8506460 Sat, 15 May 2021 01:00:00 +1000 9131 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn, The White Tower, Mat Cauthon, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Amyrlin Seat, Black Ajah 3 5 full true Ep21: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 18 - 23 Ep21: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 18 - 23 Welcome back to the Tower of Mysteries! We learn some shocking statistics about the Black Ajah right off the bat, before we even start with our chapters. 

Then we hit the ground running with Mat being severed from the Dagger (I think I'll capitalize that from now on) and having a chat with both a Forsaken and the Amyrlin Seat in his bedroom.  And reminiscing about commanding troops in an ancient battle for good measure. 

Egwene scrubs some pots, is entrusted with an extremely useful magic item and then undertakes the Accepted test immediately after, to almost disastrous consequences.

As you will tell straight away from the episode, I was struggling, so I'm sure we left plenty of room for correction and enlightenment. Or maybe you just enjoyed our tangents? Either way, let us know via these channels:

Cheers,

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Welcome back to the Tower of Mysteries! We learn some shocking statistics about the Black Ajah right off the bat, before we even start with our chapters. 

Then we hit the ground running with Mat being severed from the Dagger (I think I'll capitalize that from now on) and having a chat with both a Forsaken and the Amyrlin Seat in his bedroom.  And reminiscing about commanding troops in an ancient battle for good measure. 

Egwene scrubs some pots, is entrusted with an extremely useful magic item and then undertakes the Accepted test immediately after, to almost disastrous consequences.

As you will tell straight away from the episode, I was struggling, so I'm sure we left plenty of room for correction and enlightenment. Or maybe you just enjoyed our tangents? Either way, let us know via these channels:

Cheers,

Mo, Jo and Wil

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8375364 Sat, 01 May 2021 01:00:00 +1000 6658 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Elaida, Amyrlin Seat, Verin, Accepted, Lanfear, Mat Cauthon 3 4 full true Ep20: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 12 - 17 Ep20: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 12 - 17 Welcome back to Murder on the Orient Express! Or at least, the White Tower version thereof.

We're right in the guts of the White Tower now as the girls report to the Amyrlin's study to explain themselves after disappearing for months. More accurately, to have things explained to them. Specifically about how naughty they are and what their punishment will be. At least that's how the sisters see it, but our intrepid team are no shrinking violets. They take the Amyrlin's bombshell task and boy, do they run with it.

The luxury of previous reads becomes a stumbling block as we try to connect Slayer with the White Tower, so please, for the love of all that is good and pure enlighten us! You can do so using the links below:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Welcome back to Murder on the Orient Express! Or at least, the White Tower version thereof.

We're right in the guts of the White Tower now as the girls report to the Amyrlin's study to explain themselves after disappearing for months. More accurately, to have things explained to them. Specifically about how naughty they are and what their punishment will be. At least that's how the sisters see it, but our intrepid team are no shrinking violets. They take the Amyrlin's bombshell task and boy, do they run with it.

The luxury of previous reads becomes a stumbling block as we try to connect Slayer with the White Tower, so please, for the love of all that is good and pure enlighten us! You can do so using the links below:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8330781 Sat, 17 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +1000 7435 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, Wheel of Time, Nynaeve, Egwene, Elayne, Galad, Gawyn, Elaida, Amyrlin Seat, Verin, Gray Man 3 3 full true Ep19: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 6 - 11 Ep19: The Dragon Reborn, Chapters 6 - 11 Finally, the gang emerges from the Mountains of Mist. Perrin and Moiraine participate in a short lived power struggle until Perrin is made to clean her prize trout and eventually asks her for help with his wolfishness. This after encountering a man who lost his battle against "going full wolf" and Perrin having to face his greatest fear.

We catch a brief glimpse of Rand as he's being hunted by... what exactly? We can barely decide.

And the girls make their way back to Tar Valon, but not before ruffling some serious Whitecloak feathers and giving Verin a figurative heart attack.

As always, send your comments, corrections, theories and general observations to any of the following social media links!

And lastly, do tell your friends about the show and how much you love it. And by "friends" I mean every single contact you have, live or online.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Finally, the gang emerges from the Mountains of Mist. Perrin and Moiraine participate in a short lived power struggle until Perrin is made to clean her prize trout and eventually asks her for help with his wolfishness. This after encountering a man who lost his battle against "going full wolf" and Perrin having to face his greatest fear.

We catch a brief glimpse of Rand as he's being hunted by... what exactly? We can barely decide.

And the girls make their way back to Tar Valon, but not before ruffling some serious Whitecloak feathers and giving Verin a figurative heart attack.

As always, send your comments, corrections, theories and general observations to any of the following social media links!

And lastly, do tell your friends about the show and how much you love it. And by "friends" I mean every single contact you have, live or online.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8259295 Sat, 03 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +1100 8577 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn, Perrin, Moiraine, Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne, Dain Bornhald 3 2 full true Ep18: The Dragon Reborn, Prologue - Chapter 5 Ep18: The Dragon Reborn, Prologue - Chapter 5 Here we go friends! The Dragon Reborn has been kicked off!

We join Pedron Niall as he entertains a parade of ne'er-do-wells who all relay their version of events at Falme, culminating in the appearance of the contemptable Padan Fain. 

But then we venture North into the still snowy Mountains of Mist where the fledgling army of the Dragon Reborn is hiding from the chaos they caused on the Almoth Plain.

We get to spend 5 straight chapters in the head of our favorite beefy boy as he and the rest of the party anxiously await the right time to leave the mountains. By the end their cover is well and truly blown in a spectacular battle with the shadowspawn. We couldn't have planned a better episode crescendo if we tried!

As always we ask that you, our loyal listeners, participate in our inane ramblings though any of the following channels:

Whether it's to agree, contest or correct, we welcome it all! Even if it's years after we have published this episode, we'll never shy away from addressing your feedback or questions. And we love a wild theory, so throw those this way as well! And lastly, do tell your friends about the show and how much you love it. And by "friends" I mean every single contact you have, live or online! :D

Enjoy!

Mo




]]> Here we go friends! The Dragon Reborn has been kicked off!

We join Pedron Niall as he entertains a parade of ne'er-do-wells who all relay their version of events at Falme, culminating in the appearance of the contemptable Padan Fain. 

But then we venture North into the still snowy Mountains of Mist where the fledgling army of the Dragon Reborn is hiding from the chaos they caused on the Almoth Plain.

We get to spend 5 straight chapters in the head of our favorite beefy boy as he and the rest of the party anxiously await the right time to leave the mountains. By the end their cover is well and truly blown in a spectacular battle with the shadowspawn. We couldn't have planned a better episode crescendo if we tried!

As always we ask that you, our loyal listeners, participate in our inane ramblings though any of the following channels:

Whether it's to agree, contest or correct, we welcome it all! Even if it's years after we have published this episode, we'll never shy away from addressing your feedback or questions. And we love a wild theory, so throw those this way as well! And lastly, do tell your friends about the show and how much you love it. And by "friends" I mean every single contact you have, live or online! :D

Enjoy!

Mo




]]> Moritz, Jody, Willie Buzzsprout-8162662 Sat, 20 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +1100 7148 WoT, The Dragon Reborn, Perrin Aybara, Fortress of the Light, Trollocs, Myrddraal, Neverborn 3 1 full true Ep17: The Great Hunt, Chapters 43 - 50 Ep17: The Great Hunt, Chapters 43 - 50 At last, our Great Hunt finale is here and it's a beefy, beefy boy!

Suffice it to say things hit the fan in Falme. 

A daring escape from the Damane kennels, a one on one showdown between a blade master and a farm boy, the blowing of the Horn of Valere (!), a battle between three opposing forces, a wonderful redemption arc, a showdown with an old enemy and an added wrinkle in the form of a Forsaken thrown into an already complicated love triangle. Or, love trapezoid. I lose track...

As always we dissect everything, the good and the bad, and ask a lot of questions you may have asked yourself. 

Strap in for one hell of a ride!

And once you've listened to the whole thing, head on over to any of the following social media channels to send us your feedback. 

Whether it's to agree, contest or correct, we welcome it all! Even if it's years after we have published this episode, we'll never shy away from addressing your feedback or questions. And we love a wild theory, so throw those this way as well!

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> At last, our Great Hunt finale is here and it's a beefy, beefy boy!

Suffice it to say things hit the fan in Falme. 

A daring escape from the Damane kennels, a one on one showdown between a blade master and a farm boy, the blowing of the Horn of Valere (!), a battle between three opposing forces, a wonderful redemption arc, a showdown with an old enemy and an added wrinkle in the form of a Forsaken thrown into an already complicated love triangle. Or, love trapezoid. I lose track...

As always we dissect everything, the good and the bad, and ask a lot of questions you may have asked yourself. 

Strap in for one hell of a ride!

And once you've listened to the whole thing, head on over to any of the following social media channels to send us your feedback. 

Whether it's to agree, contest or correct, we welcome it all! Even if it's years after we have published this episode, we'll never shy away from addressing your feedback or questions. And we love a wild theory, so throw those this way as well!

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-8059334 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +1100 11213 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Great Hunt, Falme, The Horn of Valere, Rand al Thor, Padan Fain, Whitecloaks, Perrin Aybara, Mat Cauthon, Ingtar Shinowa, Darkfriend, Redemption 2 8 full true Ep16: The Great Hunt, Chapters 36 - 42 Ep16: The Great Hunt, Chapters 36 - 42 Get ready for the home stretch! In our penultimate episode for The Great Hunt all the pieces on the board are being positioned and primed for action.

The boys, Verin and the Shienarans experience a bad trip when trying to use the Portal Stones to get to Toman head. Not even the horses are spared this brain bending ordeal. But they make it to Toman head and are now within striking distance of Falme.

Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne and Min experience the ultimate betrayal from Liandrin and are delivered to the Seanchan on a silver platter. Of course, Nynaeve well and truly flips that platter right back in their faces, but not without losing Egwene and Min to the reprehensible Sul'Dam and Seanchan soldiers.

Sprinkle in some Waygate hypotheses and jokes about "bad wind", and you have our latest episode!

Get psyched and join the conversation by sending in your feedback and your favorite moments to:

We'll include listener submitted favorite moments in the "Honorable Mentions" at the end of the episodes.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Get ready for the home stretch! In our penultimate episode for The Great Hunt all the pieces on the board are being positioned and primed for action.

The boys, Verin and the Shienarans experience a bad trip when trying to use the Portal Stones to get to Toman head. Not even the horses are spared this brain bending ordeal. But they make it to Toman head and are now within striking distance of Falme.

Egwene, Nynaeve, Elayne and Min experience the ultimate betrayal from Liandrin and are delivered to the Seanchan on a silver platter. Of course, Nynaeve well and truly flips that platter right back in their faces, but not without losing Egwene and Min to the reprehensible Sul'Dam and Seanchan soldiers.

Sprinkle in some Waygate hypotheses and jokes about "bad wind", and you have our latest episode!

Get psyched and join the conversation by sending in your feedback and your favorite moments to:

We'll include listener submitted favorite moments in the "Honorable Mentions" at the end of the episodes.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-7756921 Tue, 09 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +1100 6940 WoT, Wheel of Time, The Great Hunt, Toman Head, Rand al Thor, Portal Stones, Falme, The Dragon Reborn, Padan Fain, Horn of Valere 2 7 full true Ep15: The Great Hunt, Chapters 30 - 35 Ep15: The Great Hunt, Chapters 30 - 35 Well, we've done it again. These episodes are getting as beefy as our favorite beefy boy, Perrin.

In this episode we follow the gang as they try to navigate Daes Dae'mar in Khai-Rehen, I mean, Cairhien, which leads them to discovering a Waygate at a fancy party. But who crashes the party? A somewhat altered Machin Shin!

We speculate about Thom's sexual past before he's dealt a heavy blow and reciprocates with deadly blows of his own. 

Throw in a blink-and-you'll-miss-it Simply Red reference, a comical fixation on chicken anatomy and the potential for an arranged marriage, and voila! You have our next episode.

Come correct our missteps by sending in your feedback and indeed, your favorite moments to:

We'll include listener submitted favorite moments in the "Honorable Mentions" at the end of the episodes.

Enjoy!

]]> Well, we've done it again. These episodes are getting as beefy as our favorite beefy boy, Perrin.

In this episode we follow the gang as they try to navigate Daes Dae'mar in Khai-Rehen, I mean, Cairhien, which leads them to discovering a Waygate at a fancy party. But who crashes the party? A somewhat altered Machin Shin!

We speculate about Thom's sexual past before he's dealt a heavy blow and reciprocates with deadly blows of his own. 

Throw in a blink-and-you'll-miss-it Simply Red reference, a comical fixation on chicken anatomy and the potential for an arranged marriage, and voila! You have our next episode.

Come correct our missteps by sending in your feedback and indeed, your favorite moments to:

We'll include listener submitted favorite moments in the "Honorable Mentions" at the end of the episodes.

Enjoy!

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-7507888 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +1100 8621 WoT, The Great Hunt, Rand al Thor, Loial, Hurin, Lanfear, Portal Stones, Grolm, Ishamael, Amyrlin Seat, Shienar, Padan Fain, Horn of Valere, Egwene, Nynaeve 2 6 full true Ep14: The Great Hunt, Chapters 24 - 29 Ep14: The Great Hunt, Chapters 24 - 29 And we're back! It's a biggie folks. We're rested and champing at the bit for a good ol' speculation. In this episode we're treated to a lot of varied story points and huge meetings.

Egwene meets two of her competition for Rand's affection at the White Tower, Mat and Perrin meet their first real Aielman and Bayle Domon meets his future wife! Who happens to be Seanchan. (BOO)

Rand, Loial and Hurin get sucked into The Game of Houses, Selene appears to stir the pot and lo and behold, Thom Merrilin lives! We have a good dose of prophecy and history lessons in there as well.

We also start seeing the effects of Jaichim "Bors" Carridin's machinations on the Almoth Plain and the pieces are moving in place for a final showdown in Falme.

It's all over the place! In a rad way.

We also have plenty of input from our biggest fan, so if you also want to take part in the action reach out to us on:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> And we're back! It's a biggie folks. We're rested and champing at the bit for a good ol' speculation. In this episode we're treated to a lot of varied story points and huge meetings.

Egwene meets two of her competition for Rand's affection at the White Tower, Mat and Perrin meet their first real Aielman and Bayle Domon meets his future wife! Who happens to be Seanchan. (BOO)

Rand, Loial and Hurin get sucked into The Game of Houses, Selene appears to stir the pot and lo and behold, Thom Merrilin lives! We have a good dose of prophecy and history lessons in there as well.

We also start seeing the effects of Jaichim "Bors" Carridin's machinations on the Almoth Plain and the pieces are moving in place for a final showdown in Falme.

It's all over the place! In a rad way.

We also have plenty of input from our biggest fan, so if you also want to take part in the action reach out to us on:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-7251703 Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +1100 8971 Wot, Wheel of Time, The Great Hunt, Rand, Mat, Perrin, Verin, Padan Fain, Flame, Seanchan 2 5 full true Ep13: The Great Hunt, Chapters 18 - 23 Ep13: The Great Hunt, Chapters 18 - 23 Welcome back friends! 

In this episode we join Egwene and Nynaeve as they do their damndest to raise the Amyrlin's ire, to no avail. Nynaeve gets manhandled and dosed with something disgusting for her efforts, but is fast-tracked up the corporate ladder nonetheless. 

Rand, Loial and Hurin get real sneaky, real brave and real hungry, in that order. And Selene ruins all doubt that she is just the worst. 

Moiraine and Lan go from mental jiu jitsu to outright survival mode in the blink of an eye, and somehow, in the midst of all that we manage to slip in a Smurfs reference. Go figure! 

As always there is plenty of fertile ground for corrections and audience participation, so please reach out to us here: 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Welcome back friends! 

In this episode we join Egwene and Nynaeve as they do their damndest to raise the Amyrlin's ire, to no avail. Nynaeve gets manhandled and dosed with something disgusting for her efforts, but is fast-tracked up the corporate ladder nonetheless. 

Rand, Loial and Hurin get real sneaky, real brave and real hungry, in that order. And Selene ruins all doubt that she is just the worst. 

Moiraine and Lan go from mental jiu jitsu to outright survival mode in the blink of an eye, and somehow, in the midst of all that we manage to slip in a Smurfs reference. Go figure! 

As always there is plenty of fertile ground for corrections and audience participation, so please reach out to us here: 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Buzzsprout-6836101 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +1100 7823 2 4 full true Ep12: The Great Hunt, Chapters 12 - 17 Ep12: The Great Hunt, Chapters 12 - 17 Things are getting Weird, with a capital "W"!

Egwene starts having Dreams, with a capital "D"  (I'll stop now), Nynaeve gets mad and burns some blankets. The girls are also visited by a slew of Black Ajah members.

Perrin assumes the role of Sniffer for Ingtar as Verin suspiciously appears out of nowhere sans Warder. 

Rand, Hurin and Loial can't figure out wtf is going on in the Portal Stone World they wake up in. And then Lanfear shows up to start messing with their heads! Is she compelling them somehow? Or are they just straight up smitten with her flawless beauty? Turns out it doesn't matter because Rand manages to kick some serious ass despite being caught off guard by virtually everything around him. 

There is plenty of rampant speculation in this episode, so join us at the social media links below and set us straight!:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Things are getting Weird, with a capital "W"!

Egwene starts having Dreams, with a capital "D"  (I'll stop now), Nynaeve gets mad and burns some blankets. The girls are also visited by a slew of Black Ajah members.

Perrin assumes the role of Sniffer for Ingtar as Verin suspiciously appears out of nowhere sans Warder. 

Rand, Hurin and Loial can't figure out wtf is going on in the Portal Stone World they wake up in. And then Lanfear shows up to start messing with their heads! Is she compelling them somehow? Or are they just straight up smitten with her flawless beauty? Turns out it doesn't matter because Rand manages to kick some serious ass despite being caught off guard by virtually everything around him. 

There is plenty of rampant speculation in this episode, so join us at the social media links below and set us straight!:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-6632035 Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:00:00 +1100 7177 WoT, The Great Hunt, Rand al Thor, Loial, Hurin, Lanfear, Portal Stones, Grolm, Ishamael, Amyrlin Seat, Shienar, Padan Fain, Horn of Valere, Egwene, Nynaeve 2 3 full true Ep11: The Great Hunt, Chapters 6 - 11 Ep11: The Great Hunt, Chapters 6 - 11 Well, we've done it again. Beaten our own record for longest episode. At this rate the final episode of A Memory of Light will be 24h long... But I digress. 

Fal Dara is under attack! The seemingly impenetrable fortress of Fal Dara is suddenly crawling with shadowspawn and darkfriends but somehow Rand still manages to be all "emo" about everything. He makes a grizzly discovery in the dungeons, Liandrin is the worst and Lan gives Nynaeve a get-out-of-jail-free card. 

Also, the "true" hunt begins in earnest! The boys race off with Ingtar and his crew of merry lancers to track down the Horn of Valere and the dagger from Shadar Logoth, and the ladies set off for Tar Valon. But not before Rand has an extremely tense audience with the Amyrlin Seat herself and we get to see more of the political games being played by the Aes Sedai. 

As always we speculate with reckless abandon, so feel free to join the discourse via:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Well, we've done it again. Beaten our own record for longest episode. At this rate the final episode of A Memory of Light will be 24h long... But I digress. 

Fal Dara is under attack! The seemingly impenetrable fortress of Fal Dara is suddenly crawling with shadowspawn and darkfriends but somehow Rand still manages to be all "emo" about everything. He makes a grizzly discovery in the dungeons, Liandrin is the worst and Lan gives Nynaeve a get-out-of-jail-free card. 

Also, the "true" hunt begins in earnest! The boys race off with Ingtar and his crew of merry lancers to track down the Horn of Valere and the dagger from Shadar Logoth, and the ladies set off for Tar Valon. But not before Rand has an extremely tense audience with the Amyrlin Seat herself and we get to see more of the political games being played by the Aes Sedai. 

As always we speculate with reckless abandon, so feel free to join the discourse via:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-6426751 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 09:00:00 +1100 9469 WoT, The Great Hunt, Horn of Valere, Dragonmount, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Padan Fain, Mashadar, Aiel, Fal Dara, Shienar, Portal Stones, Rand al Thor, Mat Cauthon, Perrin Aybara 2 2 full true Ep10: The Great Hunt, Prologue - Chapter 5 Ep10: The Great Hunt, Prologue - Chapter 5 Here we are, The Great Hunt has begun!

We pick up the action almost immediately after we left off The Eye of the World with the whole gang in Fal Dara, which gets a surprise visit from the Amyrlin Seat herself! 

We're introduced to a number of new Aes Sedai characters, some of which are downright evil. In fact, we start the book with glimpses of a gathering of about 100 high ranking Darkfriends at the now infamous "Darkfriend Social".

Rand is being an indecisive jerk and Moiraine is playing a dangerous game. The politics in The White Tower are becoming treacherous, there are rumors of a strange invading force on the West Coast and suddenly we have a sprawling epic full of mystery and intrigue unfurling before us.

As always we speculate with reckless abandon, so feel free to join the discourse via:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Here we are, The Great Hunt has begun!

We pick up the action almost immediately after we left off The Eye of the World with the whole gang in Fal Dara, which gets a surprise visit from the Amyrlin Seat herself! 

We're introduced to a number of new Aes Sedai characters, some of which are downright evil. In fact, we start the book with glimpses of a gathering of about 100 high ranking Darkfriends at the now infamous "Darkfriend Social".

Rand is being an indecisive jerk and Moiraine is playing a dangerous game. The politics in The White Tower are becoming treacherous, there are rumors of a strange invading force on the West Coast and suddenly we have a sprawling epic full of mystery and intrigue unfurling before us.

As always we speculate with reckless abandon, so feel free to join the discourse via:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-6211729 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +1100 8664 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar, The Ways, Machin Shin, Black Wind, Fal Dara, Caemlyn, The Blight, The Great Hunt 2 1 full true Ep9: The Eye of the World, Chapters 48 - 53 Ep9: The Eye of the World, Chapters 48 - 53 Finally, it's here: Our season finale for The Eye of The World!

We were a little late on recording this one due to some scheduling challenges, and even though we made it work we had a couple of audio problems, but nothing that would diminish your ability to enjoy our ramblings. So without further ado...

In our final episode we follow "the fellowship" from Fal Dara into the godawful Blight where they get up close and personal with the Blight flora and fauna, find the Green Man and The Eye of the World and then are forced to deal with two belligerent gate crashers, Aginor and Balthamel. And finally Rand can't deny the fact that he can channel after destroying an entire army of Trollocs and Halfmen at Tarwin's Gap. 

It doesn't take long before we get confused, but for once I think everyone else is in the same boat. So come be confused with us! And where you think you have answers to questions we can't answer ourselves, please let us know via any of the following channels:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Finally, it's here: Our season finale for The Eye of The World!

We were a little late on recording this one due to some scheduling challenges, and even though we made it work we had a couple of audio problems, but nothing that would diminish your ability to enjoy our ramblings. So without further ado...

In our final episode we follow "the fellowship" from Fal Dara into the godawful Blight where they get up close and personal with the Blight flora and fauna, find the Green Man and The Eye of the World and then are forced to deal with two belligerent gate crashers, Aginor and Balthamel. And finally Rand can't deny the fact that he can channel after destroying an entire army of Trollocs and Halfmen at Tarwin's Gap. 

It doesn't take long before we get confused, but for once I think everyone else is in the same boat. So come be confused with us! And where you think you have answers to questions we can't answer ourselves, please let us know via any of the following channels:

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-6094627 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 08:00:00 +1100 7895 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar, The Ways, Machin Shin, Black Wind, Fal Dara, Caemlyn, The Blight, Green Man, Aginor, Ba 1 9 full true Ep8: The Eye of the World, Chapters 42 - 47 Ep8: The Eye of the World, Chapters 42 - 47 We're really getting to the pointy end now... 

In this episode we get introduced to The Ways and promptly look for the exit, the gang travel all the way to Fal Dara in the Borderlands where an army of Shadowspawn are gathering at Tarwin's Gap, and we get a big exposition dump from ol' Padan Fain. This is the last setup before the final climax, so naturally we get completely sidetracked by the history of Malkier and the horror poetry of Machin Shin. 

We also have new social media links to plug, so here they are! 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> We're really getting to the pointy end now... 

In this episode we get introduced to The Ways and promptly look for the exit, the gang travel all the way to Fal Dara in the Borderlands where an army of Shadowspawn are gathering at Tarwin's Gap, and we get a big exposition dump from ol' Padan Fain. This is the last setup before the final climax, so naturally we get completely sidetracked by the history of Malkier and the horror poetry of Machin Shin. 

We also have new social media links to plug, so here they are! 

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-5775865 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +1100 7440 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar, The Ways, Machin Shin, Black Wind, Fal Dara, Caemlyn, The Blight 1 8 full true Ep7: The Eye of the World, Chapters 36 - 41 Ep7: The Eye of the World, Chapters 36 - 41 Welcome back, friends!

In our latest episode we dust off the dirt from the Caemlyn Road and revel in the festival-like atmosphere of Rex Manning... I mean, False Dragon Day in Caemlyn!

Lan, Moiraine and Nynaeve stage a daring rescue, we meet our first Ogier and Rand manages to fail utterly at laying low by attracting the attention of a crazed Padan Fain, The Daughter Heir of Andor, the Queen, her Captain General and one of the most terrifying Aes Sedai of the Red Ajah. Nice one, Rand.

As always we meander into other topics like Perrin's slabs of muscle, the cult classic film Empire Records and how a teenage party animal chose to read A Path of Daggers instead of joining the biggest party of his young life. Truly inspiring stuff. (This is a joke.)

As always, please get in touch by emailing me at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com or contacting us through our website at www.bloodandashespodcast.com

Enjoy!

Moritz 

]]> Welcome back, friends!

In our latest episode we dust off the dirt from the Caemlyn Road and revel in the festival-like atmosphere of Rex Manning... I mean, False Dragon Day in Caemlyn!

Lan, Moiraine and Nynaeve stage a daring rescue, we meet our first Ogier and Rand manages to fail utterly at laying low by attracting the attention of a crazed Padan Fain, The Daughter Heir of Andor, the Queen, her Captain General and one of the most terrifying Aes Sedai of the Red Ajah. Nice one, Rand.

As always we meander into other topics like Perrin's slabs of muscle, the cult classic film Empire Records and how a teenage party animal chose to read A Path of Daggers instead of joining the biggest party of his young life. Truly inspiring stuff. (This is a joke.)

As always, please get in touch by emailing me at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com or contacting us through our website at www.bloodandashespodcast.com

Enjoy!

Moritz 

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-5561269 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +1000 8175 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Caemlyn, Logain, Ogier, Loial 1 7 full true Ep6: The Eye of the World, Chapters 30 - 35 Ep6: The Eye of the World, Chapters 30 - 35 Ok, I know I always start with "It's a big one this week!", but this time we really do have our biggest episode yet. Foolishly I thought this one would be thin, but it is WAY fat. In a good way!

We pick up with Egwene and Perrin as they jump from the frying pan of killer crows into the fire of seething Whitecloak contempt. Then we join Rand and Mat as they journey down the Caemlyn road, playing music and performing in inns while staving off constant attempts at their lives. It's dreary business but somehow we manage to make it a lively topic of discussion. 

And we end it off with the boys reaching Caemlyn which is a lovely reprieve from the incessant nightmares and attempted murder.

As always we don't shy away from wild speculation, so when we inevitably miss the plot completely, let us know via the contact page on bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com.

Enjoy!

Moritz

]]> Ok, I know I always start with "It's a big one this week!", but this time we really do have our biggest episode yet. Foolishly I thought this one would be thin, but it is WAY fat. In a good way!

We pick up with Egwene and Perrin as they jump from the frying pan of killer crows into the fire of seething Whitecloak contempt. Then we join Rand and Mat as they journey down the Caemlyn road, playing music and performing in inns while staving off constant attempts at their lives. It's dreary business but somehow we manage to make it a lively topic of discussion. 

And we end it off with the boys reaching Caemlyn which is a lovely reprieve from the incessant nightmares and attempted murder.

As always we don't shy away from wild speculation, so when we inevitably miss the plot completely, let us know via the contact page on bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com.

Enjoy!

Moritz

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-5346010 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +1000 6593 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Whitebridge, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar, Tinkers, Aiel, Caemlyn 1 6 full true Ep5: The Eye of the World, Chapters 24 - 29 Ep5: The Eye of the World, Chapters 24 - 29 Oh my, it's our biggest episode yet!

This stretch of the book felt like it didn't have too much meat on it, but we managed to find some things to chew on, boy oh boy.

The group is still split with Mat, Rand and Thom passing through Whitebridge 2 days before Lan, Moiraine and Nynaeve. And Perrin and Egwene are escorted by Elyas and the wolves while travelling with the Tinkers for a while. We have a fight with a Fade, a dip into the history of the Aiel by way of the Tinkers and Perrin being confronted by his newfound ability to communicate with wolves, but somehow we get fixated on the smell of a burnt Halfman? Sounds about right!

Feel free to reach out to us with feedback via the website www.bloodandashespodcast.com or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com.

Enjoy!

]]> Oh my, it's our biggest episode yet!

This stretch of the book felt like it didn't have too much meat on it, but we managed to find some things to chew on, boy oh boy.

The group is still split with Mat, Rand and Thom passing through Whitebridge 2 days before Lan, Moiraine and Nynaeve. And Perrin and Egwene are escorted by Elyas and the wolves while travelling with the Tinkers for a while. We have a fight with a Fade, a dip into the history of the Aiel by way of the Tinkers and Perrin being confronted by his newfound ability to communicate with wolves, but somehow we get fixated on the smell of a burnt Halfman? Sounds about right!

Feel free to reach out to us with feedback via the website www.bloodandashespodcast.com or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com.

Enjoy!

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-5165218 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 08:00:00 +1000 6179 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Whitebridge, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar, Tinkers, Aiel 1 5 full true Ep4: The Eye of the World, Chapters 18 - 23 Ep4: The Eye of the World, Chapters 18 - 23 It's a meaty one!

As the gang leave Baerlon we see our first big Trolloc battle, we're introduced to Shadar Logoth and the crazy history of that city and its denizens, the group is splintered, Nynaeve figures out she can channel and Perrin learns about his awesome Wolfishness! 

As always, please send any feedback to us via the website: bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com

We thoroughly enjoyed this episode and hope you do too!

Cheers,

Mo

]]> It's a meaty one!

As the gang leave Baerlon we see our first big Trolloc battle, we're introduced to Shadar Logoth and the crazy history of that city and its denizens, the group is splintered, Nynaeve figures out she can channel and Perrin learns about his awesome Wolfishness! 

As always, please send any feedback to us via the website: bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me directly at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com

We thoroughly enjoyed this episode and hope you do too!

Cheers,

Mo

]]> Moritz Buzzsprout-4946117 Tue, 11 Aug 2020 15:00:00 +1000 5586 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks, Shadar Logoth, Elyas, Mashadar 1 4 full true Ep3: The Eye of the World, Chapters 12 - 17 Ep3: The Eye of the World, Chapters 12 - 17 Welcome back! 

In this episode we follow the gang as they leave the Two Rivers behind and experience their first "city" in Baerlon. We encounter Min, Whitecloaks, spies, shadowspawn and worse and somehow we get fixated on the meaning of a beggar's staff in a vision and who burned the inn.

We continue our unbeaten run of pondering interesting aspects of the story without actually knowing what we're talking about. But we have a great time doing it. 

Please leave any feedback on our website: www.bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Welcome back! 

In this episode we follow the gang as they leave the Two Rivers behind and experience their first "city" in Baerlon. We encounter Min, Whitecloaks, spies, shadowspawn and worse and somehow we get fixated on the meaning of a beggar's staff in a vision and who burned the inn.

We continue our unbeaten run of pondering interesting aspects of the story without actually knowing what we're talking about. But we have a great time doing it. 

Please leave any feedback on our website: www.bloodandashespodcast.com, or email me at moritz@bloodandashespodcast.com

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-4697813 Fri, 24 Jul 2020 20:00:00 +1000 4472 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Nynaeve, Whitecloaks 1 3 full true Ep2: The Eye of the World, Chapters 6 - 11 Ep2: The Eye of the World, Chapters 6 - 11 Welcome back! 

In this episode we take care of a bit of housework up front, touching on the episode naming convention and listener submissions via our website: www.bloodandashespodcast.com

We then join the Emond's Fielders as they deal with the attack on Winter's Night, Rand seeks help for Tam and the original adventuring party is formed before they set off on a desperate flight toward the edge of the Two Rivers on their way to Tar Valon.

As usual we digress into fun observations, talk about casting for the TV show and ruminate about what constitutes a "band" of Trollocs which culminates in one of the daddest dad jokes I've ever delivered.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Welcome back! 

In this episode we take care of a bit of housework up front, touching on the episode naming convention and listener submissions via our website: www.bloodandashespodcast.com

We then join the Emond's Fielders as they deal with the attack on Winter's Night, Rand seeks help for Tam and the original adventuring party is formed before they set off on a desperate flight toward the edge of the Two Rivers on their way to Tar Valon.

As usual we digress into fun observations, talk about casting for the TV show and ruminate about what constitutes a "band" of Trollocs which culminates in one of the daddest dad jokes I've ever delivered.

Enjoy!

Mo

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-4483670 Wed, 08 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +1000 4810 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai, Leavetakings 1 2 full true Ep1: The Eye of the World, Prologue - Chapter 5 Ep1: The Eye of the World, Prologue - Chapter 5 Our premiere episode! Welcome one and all.

First things first, Jody's microphone is not great in this premier episode, but it's definitely listenable. But from the next episode that problem has been solved and his audio is silky smooth, so please do keep that in mind!

In this episode we cover the prologue, "Dragonmount", all the way through to the end of chapter 5, "Winternight". Obviously with spoilers throughout.

We try to keep things moving along while at the same time letting our collective geek minds run rampant and I think we strike a good balance. 

We have some great introductions to major characters, a bit of a lore detour to the Age of Legends and give a couple of thoughts and opinions about the TV adaptation currently in the works.

We don't mention it in the conversation, but at the time of publishing this episode our website is live at www.bloodandashespodcast.com, so please stop by the site and submit any comments, messages, half formed thoughts (the best kind), corrections, clarifications, anything at all via the "Contact Us" section.

Enjoy!

Moritz 

]]> Our premiere episode! Welcome one and all.

First things first, Jody's microphone is not great in this premier episode, but it's definitely listenable. But from the next episode that problem has been solved and his audio is silky smooth, so please do keep that in mind!

In this episode we cover the prologue, "Dragonmount", all the way through to the end of chapter 5, "Winternight". Obviously with spoilers throughout.

We try to keep things moving along while at the same time letting our collective geek minds run rampant and I think we strike a good balance. 

We have some great introductions to major characters, a bit of a lore detour to the Age of Legends and give a couple of thoughts and opinions about the TV adaptation currently in the works.

We don't mention it in the conversation, but at the time of publishing this episode our website is live at www.bloodandashespodcast.com, so please stop by the site and submit any comments, messages, half formed thoughts (the best kind), corrections, clarifications, anything at all via the "Contact Us" section.

Enjoy!

Moritz 

]]> Moritz, Jody & Willie Buzzsprout-4324805 Fri, 26 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +1000 4082 WoT, Eye of the world, Dragonmount, Winternight, Padan Fain, Thom Merrilin, Moiraine, Lan Mandragoran, Aes Sedai 1 1 full true Teaser Teaser Are you looking for a spoiler filled, excitement fueled, light hearted discussion about our favorite fantasy series? Then look no further! Join 3 middle aged dads as we re-read the series and have a great time squeezing as much pleasure from the books as possible. 

Then write in and have your voice heard. Join the conversation, let's go!

]]> Are you looking for a spoiler filled, excitement fueled, light hearted discussion about our favorite fantasy series? Then look no further! Join 3 middle aged dads as we re-read the series and have a great time squeezing as much pleasure from the books as possible. 

Then write in and have your voice heard. Join the conversation, let's go!

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