Thank the Light: The Wheel of Time Podcast

By: Desmond McNeese (Host)(Engineer)
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  • Fatty, Jeremy, and Desmond McNeese discuss the Amazon show, The Wheel of Time, based on the Robert Jordan novels. Fatty and Jeremy are long time fans of the saga and Des, a newcomer to the series break down every episode to help us all understand the vast universe that's being created. We spend the off season catching up on some lore and using the books to imagine what the next season will bring us. Want to get into the conversations? Please email us at thankthelight@gmail.com or find us on Twitter @ParchedAielman
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  • S3 Ep16: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 20, 21

    S3 Ep16: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 20, 21
    Nov 13 2024
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    Comedy & Spirituality - All the Answers

    Welcome back, Wheel of Time enthusiasts! In this episode, we delve into the mysterious and exciting chapters 20 and 21 of "The Shadow Rising." Join us as we navigate the intricacies of Rand's bold decisions, the fascinating dynamics of the Seafolk, and the political maneuvers at play. We explore the significance of the Wind Finders' secret abilities and the implications of Rand's strategic choices. How will these chapters shape the future of our beloved characters? Tune in for a lively discussion filled with insights, humor, and a deep love for Robert Jordan's epic saga. Will Rand's unorthodox tactics bring about the change he desires, or will they lead to unforeseen consequences? Join us as we unravel these mysteries and more.

    (00:00) Welcome to our podcast. It said it's live, but are we live?
    (02:55) Have you seen Blink Twice? It's very new
    (05:24) So I did not listen to these episodes twice. But I did get to them very recently
    (06:18) Do Robert Jordan ever ease up on everyone? Does he ever
    (09:37) There's a lot to unpack in this first chapter
    (13:55) Justin: I'm trying to cut back on the Dr. Pepper addiction
    (14:47) How gay are you for all the cameos in Deadpool
    (15:46) I would love to see a Gambit movie. I mean, I'm not a huge comic guy
    (19:54) You know, I'm a psychotic mess myself, so what the do I know
    (21:10) Chapter 20 of The Shadow Rising begins with Kate Reading and Michael Kramer
    (23:33) Tom and Elaine were lovers for many years, but people didn't know
    (26:45) Tom, um, understands women better than anyone
    (27:39) One more from this chapter and then we'll talk a little bit more about it
    (29:25) Every ship has a wind Mistress, and some can channel
    (33:14) Doman likes dogs. He will go to the dogs. So basically, he just walks to all the people
    (36:39) Tom and Elaine get a massage in this chapter. Tom goes into some stories about how things change
    (39:31) You need to set the stage for Shadow Rising, Chapter 21
    (40:02) Rand takes the main stage and does, uh, what?
    (43:20) A lot of people underestimate Rand throughout the book, says Bilal
    (47:06) Rand was going away for a time, Moiraine realized
    (49:33) Rand struggles to control the amount of power he has in Kalandor
    (55:33) If I had focused on a sport, I could have gone pro
    (59:08) Rand is very shrewd politically. And Thomas helped him an immense an amount
    (01:01:08) I feel like season three will start somewhere where we're about to get to

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  • S3 Ep15: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 18, 19

    S3 Ep15: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 18, 19
    Nov 6 2024
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    Fitness & Nutrition - Truth Not Trends
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    Welcome back, Wolf Brothers! In this lively episode of Thank the Light, we dive into chapters 18 and 19 of "The Shadow Rising." Join us as we explore the intricate dynamics of Perrin and Faile's relationship, the unique customs of the Aiel, and the fascinating journey through the Ways. We also discuss the Seafolk's intriguing traditions and their role in the story. Tune in for a fun-filled discussion with plenty of humor, insights, and a deep love for Robert Jordan's epic saga. Will Perrin's protective nature create more tension with Faile, and how will the group navigate the dangers of the Ways? Join us for a spirited chat as we unravel these mysteries and more.(00:00) Welcome to Election Watch, Chrono Nuts. Thank the Light, everybody
    (03:09) We're in the middle of some, uh, some kind of setting up chapters
    (06:51) There's a podcast called how not to get rid of a body
    (08:59) All right, today we are talking about the Shadow Rising, chapter 18 and 19
    (12:14) Perrin asks Gall to come with him to fight with him. Is Perrin's problem a little sexist
    (15:25) Moraine is still back in town, getting everybody pointed in the right direction
    (18:29) Perrin asks AIEL women to help him tame his horse Gaul
    (20:39) Who are the three main fael we've met in the show
    (23:29) This chapter ends with just Perrin and G going through the Way Gate
    (27:16) Perrin and Loyal dressed up as Jedi Knights for Halloween
    (31:43) Fatty bought Cormac for himself because he was having trouble finding costume
    (33:26) All the captains on seafolk ships are female, Justin says
    (37:09) I don't think we see Seafolk again until book 11
    (39:05) Philip: We're changing this podcast right now. This podcast is now called what Rafe is Up to now
    (40:34) Rafe Judkins' show has a built in audience of 40 year olds
    (45:59) Josh: The tipping in our society has become a little too much
    (49:16) Desmond: I'm trying to think of a funny name for bananas
    (52:20) Fatty was talking about your kids, your kids growing up and getting out
    (56:14) Have you always been a big kid? Did you have a late girl
    (01:00:03) I got the DUI in Montana. I was going through a rough time
    (01:02:53) Justin Dmc won eight tickets to the Roots' Red Rocks show
    (01:06:20) Some friends and I went to Red Rocks to see Rage against the Machine
    (01:07:37) We had someone come in that's underage and. Will they just shut you down
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  • S3 Ep14: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 16, 17

    S3 Ep14: The Shadow Rising - Chapters: 16, 17
    Oct 30 2024
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    Comedy & Spirituality - All the Answers


    Welcome back, Wheel of Time fans! In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of chapters 16 and 17 of "The Shadow Rising." Join us as we discuss the complex dynamics between Perrin and Faile, and the unique customs of the Ogier, as well as the fascinating political maneuvers of Tom Merrilin. We also explore the mysterious world of the Aiel and the enigmatic Ways. What role does Min play in the White Tower, and how do the machinations of the Black Ajah unfold? Tune in as we unravel the mysteries, share our insights, and speculate on the show's future direction. Will the series stay true to the books, or will it take unexpected turns? Join us for a lively discussion filled with humor, theories, and a deep love for Robert Jordan's epic saga.

    (00:00) Justin: I'm still getting used to these glasses. I hate it. I've had these glasses for eight months
    (01:34) Justin: I finally met Amy Gaines, Jeremy's wife
    (04:52) Scott and I are talking about a time loop movie that involves methamphetamine
    (07:46) Rand, Matt, and Moraine all appear in 15. I still don't believe they're all there
    (10:17) Matt asks Rand some questions about the Source and what he should do next
    (12:02) Have you ever watched what we do in the shadows? Yes, a little bit
    (16:32) Not every episode's going to be a banger
    (17:52) So we start this week in after 15 into the doorway, we go into 16 leave takings
    (21:13) If you take the same trip through the waves three times, will it take time
    (25:11) Fail forces Perrin to follow behind them because then it won't break loyalty oath
    (25:35) Loyal was writing a book about the Dragon Reborn. The only book by someone who travels with him
    (27:21) Jeremy: I would be fine with any time jump if it gets us into action
    (30:56) I've heard that Matt's not going to go to Ryu Dan with Rand
    (33:17) This chapter starts out dull because Tom's talking about retiring
    (37:37) The season two end with it looking like they're Going to be a team
    (41:37) I have no idea what Min is up to. Who is she pretending to be
    (41:57) Moraine: High Lord Carlyan killed in hunting accident yesterday
    (46:55) Min disguised as a boy to give message to Swan Sanche
    (48:22) The Tower coup will be coming this season
    (50:58) Sarah Coventry is interrogated by AES Sedai before being killed
    (56:09) Three episodes on Sarah Coventry are fine with me, Judkins
    (57:37) Wilton's only stories are about being a professional soccer dad
    (01:01:42) T. Hamlin played high school ball when he was 15 years old
    (01:04:26) Next week we will be doing chapter 18.19 of the Harry Potter books
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Thumbs up from me, thanks guys!

Excellent complementory and insightful chat about Amazon's take on The Wheel of Time series, especially as it comes out shortly after each episode is released. Highly recommend a listen.

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Thank goodness I found this!

As someone who hasn’t read the books I was so excited to come across this podcast as I can get more background into the characters and story without any spoilers! I also get to nerd out as I don’t have anyone in my life right now who is watching the Amazon series.

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