Intentionally Blank
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Join bestselling authors Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells as they search for the perfect podcast name and talk about the weird things they love—such as food heists, the perfect popcorn salt, and whether any art can truly be perfect. Listen for commentary on movies, TV shows, books, video games, and wherever else their conversation leads them.
Episodes
- The Best Knives Out Movie — Intentionally Blank Ep. 257
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells review Rian Johnson's "Wake Up Dead Man" from the Knives Out series. They also discuss the Kit Kat heist.
- The Greatest (Bad) Movie of 2024 — Intentionally Blank Ep. 256
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells review a film that they consider one of the best from 2025. They also discuss a movie from 2024. This episode is from the podcast Intentionally Blank.
- The Greatest Trilogy of All Movies — Intentionally Blank Ep. 255
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss and rank various movie trilogies, sharing their final thoughts on which ones they consider the greatest.
- Does Star Wars Top The Lord of the Rings? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 254
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells continue their ranking of iconic movie trilogies in this second part of their discussion on Intentionally Blank. They evaluate various film series to determine their top rankings.
- The Champion of Trilogies — Intentionally Blank Ep. 253
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss and rank various movie trilogies, including Star Wars, Iron Man, and Back to the Future, to determine the greatest of all time in this episode of Intentionally Blank.
- Two Brandons, Two Movies — Intentionally Blank Ep. 252
Brandon Mull joins Brandon Sanderson to discuss Mull's upcoming books and the Fablehaven movie, while Sanderson shares his experiences writing a screenplay. The episode covers topics ranging from movies to games.
- Brandon The Human Tank — Intentionally Blank Ep. 251
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their experiences with medical issues, including Brandon's recent shoulder surgery.
- A Wild Jordan Sanderson Has Appeared! — Intentionally Blank Ep. 250
Brandon Sanderson talks with his brother, Jordan Sanderson, on this episode of Intentionally Blank. They discuss the technology they grew up with, the experience of having a famous author for a brother, and share a story about a Mickey Mou…
- The Mistborn Movie Episode — Intentionally Blank EP. 249
Brandon Sanderson joins Dan Wells to discuss the details and development of his film rights deal with Apple TV. The episode covers the process of reaching this agreement and the project's next steps.
- The Muppet Mistborn Movie — Intentionally Blank Ep. 248
Brandon Sanderson, Dan Wells, and Donald Mustard III discuss strategies for the YouTube algorithm and participate in a Q&A session regarding action movies and Stranger Things.
- Our Childhood Escapades — Intentionally Blank Ep. 247
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss stories from their childhood, including mishaps with tents and arrows. Additionally, Dan Wells shares the conclusion to a food heist story.
- Oh Those Crazy Holidays... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 246
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their experiences during the Christmas and New Year holidays, including gifts and spending time with family.
- Looking Back at 2025 — Intentionally Blank Ep. 245
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the movies, games, and TV shows they missed in 2025 that they intend to catch up on. The episode also includes plans for upcoming movie nights and a rant from Dan about the French.
- Why Haven't They Made This Yet? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 244
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the world of book and video game adaptations. They look at past works they wish they could have adapted and share their predictions for future video game adaptation announcements.
- Trash Pandas and Christmas — Intentionally Blank Ep. 243
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their holiday traditions, personal stories, and favorite gifts from the past. The conversation covers a range of experiences from childhood holiday memories to family customs.
- The Art of Co-Authoring with Janci Patterson and Peter Orullian — Intentionally Blank Ep. 242
Recorded live at Dragonsteel Nexus 2025, authors Janci Patterson and Peter Orullian join Dan and Brandon to discuss the process of co-authoring. The panel covers their experiences working with Brandon on upcoming books, favorite historical…
- Talking BookTok with Tomi Adeyemi and Aymansbooks — Intentionally Blank Ep. 241
Recorded live at Dragonsteel Nexus 2025, Dan, Brandon, Tomi Adeyemi, and Aymansbooks discuss social media and the impact of BookTok. The conversation covers how creators use social media, navigating BookTok, and advice for writers.
- The Worst Travel Stories — Intentionally Blank Ep. 240
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their experiences with traveling, focusing on stories about difficult or painful travel situations in this episode of Intentionally Blank.
- We took the US Citizenship Test... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 238
Hosts Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells test their knowledge of United States history by taking the US Citizenship test in this episode of Intentionally Blank.
- Ninjas vs Pirates — Intentionally Blank Ep. 239
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss a variety of controversial internet topics, including the chicken or the egg dilemma, the nature of KitKats, and the definition of an action movie.
- How Good Was the Louvre Heist? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 237
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, hosts Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells answer listener questions. Topics include K-Pop Demon Hunters, Avatar the Last Airbender, and a discussion about a Louvre heist.
- Magic: The Rabbit Hole — Intentionally Blank Ep. 236
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss and rank iconic Planeswalkers from Magic: The Gathering. This episode explores the characters as they prepare for a hypothetical journey through the Blind Eternities.
- Why Does Brandon Love This Video Game? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 235
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells catch up on their lives, discuss the video games Brandon is playing, and share what Dan has been reading.
- Why Did Dan Pick This Quiz... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 234
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, hosts Brandon and Dan take a Taylor Swift-themed Thanksgiving quiz to determine which era of her career matches their holiday dinner preferences.
- What Is An Acceptable Burger? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 233
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Brandon and Dan discuss their burger tier list, including a look at Culver's. Brandon also shares his recommendations for breakfast establishments.
- Answering the Internet's Toughest Questions — Intentionally Blank Ep. 232
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss various debated topics including the definition of a sandwich, the number of holes in a straw, and whether water is wet.
- How is White Castle An S Tier? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 231
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the best fast-food burgers for road trips. They also explore how certain restaurant chains survive and share stories about food heists.
- We Took A Buzzfeed Quiz... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 230
Brandon and Dan take a Buzzfeed quiz to find their ideal book partner in this episode of Intentionally Blank. The hosts also share updates and information about their various projects and newsletters.
- How is Thunderbolts* A Good Movie? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 229
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the Marvel movie Thunderbolts*. They explore whether the film represents a return to form for Marvel.
- Why This Movie Did Cameo's Perfectly — Intentionally Blank Ep. 228
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the movie Happy Gilmore 2 and its use of cameos, evaluating how it compares to the original film.
- Taking Spain By Storm — Intentionally Blank Ep. 227
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Emily and Brandon Sanderson reflect on their time in Spain, discuss the Celsius 232 festival, and review gifts sent by fans.
- What Makes A Perfect Book? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 226
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells answer listener questions. Topics include the Hugo Awards, Santa Claus in the Cosmere, and at what age one might outgrow reading fantasy.
- Wait...They're Actually Talking About K-Pop Demon Hunters? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 225
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the movie K-Pop Demon Hunters on this episode of Intentionally Blank. They share their thoughts on the film and compare it against Brandon's experiences in Korea.
- Is The New Superman Actually Good? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 224
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the latest Superman film and share their thoughts on its quality, including areas where they believe it could be improved.
- The Greatest Movie of 2025, War of the Worlds — Intentionally Blank Ep. 223
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the movie War of the Worlds in this episode of Intentionally Blank. They share favorite moments, explore what worked well in the film, and offer their recommendations.
- Why Can't The A.I. Be My Editor? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 222
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells return to answer audience questions on Intentionally Blank, discussing A.I. in editing, the Final Fantasy series, and villain-centric films.
- How Europe Makes Us Miss Home — Intentionally Blank Ep. 221
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their recent travel experiences in Europe and what they miss about the USA. The episode also features a surprise guest and the opening of fan gifts.
- What A Disaster! ... Movie. — Intentionally Blank Ep. 220
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss space news, disaster movies, and the career of Will Smith in this episode of Intentionally Blank.
- When Do You Out Grow Gaming? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 219
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the concept of outgrowing gaming with guest Wes Chu. They also brainstorm potential names for future mixed genres.
- Pickle Magic — Intentionally Blank Ep. 218
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells are joined by guest Wes Chu to discuss topics ranging from pickle magic to the merits of The Matrix Reloaded.
- Lyon The Baker — Intentionally Blank Ep. 217
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and guest Howard Lyon discuss various topics related to food, ranging from Italian cuisine to local dining experiences.
- The World of Gaming Art with Howard Lyon — Intentionally Blank Ep. 216
Brandon Sanderson is joined by special guest Howard Lyon to discuss the world of gaming art in this episode of the podcast Intentionally Blank.
- Neurodivergence and New Coke — Intentionally Blank Ep. 215
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss current topics in episode 215 of Intentionally Blank, focusing on neurodivergence and New Coke.
- Our Alien Folklore — Intentionally Blank Ep. 214
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the subject of alien folklore and abduction theories on this episode of Intentionally Blank. The hosts explore common questions regarding the possibility and nature of alien visitors.
- Defying Wicked — Intentionally Blank Ep. 213
Hosts Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss Dan's recent trip to Japan, share their thoughts on the movie Wicked, and talk about various global cuisines.
- Artists on AI — Intentionally Blank Ep. 212
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and guest Steve Argyle discuss the impact of generative AI and AI art on the creative industry.
- An Unconventional Path to Artistry — Intentionally Blank Ep. 211
In this episode of Intentionally Blank, host Brandon Sanderson is joined by artist Steve Argyle. They discuss Argyle's career journey and share stories from his experiences as an artist.
- How Final Fantasy Changed Our Lives — Intentionally Blank Ep. 210
Hosts Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the Final Fantasy franchise, reflecting on their personal experiences and adventures throughout the series.
- America Origins: Coming Soon To Theaters — Intentionally Blank Ep. 209
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss a new story idea about American history and share their thoughts on prequel movies in this episode of Intentionally Blank.
- The Magical Dream Meal — Intentionally Blank Ep. 208
Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss their magical dream meals, a long-lost Magic: The Gathering story, and the fourth anniversary of the podcast.