Wheel Takes

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An irreverent journey through Robert Jordan's THE WHEEL OF TIME, hosted by Gus (who has read the whole series) and Ali (who has not). New episodes weekly!

Episodes

• ToM (Ch5): This Is A Big One 2026-05-06

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled "ToM (Ch5): This Is A Big One," is the 264th episode in their main book series. It covers Chapter 5 of Robert Jordan's "Towers of Midnight" and contains spoilers for that chapter.

• ToM (Ch4): Back to Jung 2026-04-22

  This episode of Wheel Takes focuses on Chapter 4 of "Towers of Midnight." The discussion includes character actions and plot progression, with spoilers up to Chapter 4 of the book.

• ToM (Ch2-3): Imposter Syndrome 2026-03-25

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses events from the prologue of "Towers of Midnight." Topics include Perrin's doubts, Galad's burdens, and interactions between Egwene and Rand, as well as a character remaining captured.

• ToM (Check-in): Surveying the Board 2026-03-10

  This episode of Wheel Takes reviews theories, discusses Jungian philosophy, and covers the prologue of Towers of Midnight. It also mentions a Bingo card for Ali's theories.

• ToM (Ch1): Randifesting 2026-02-04

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 1 of Towers of Midnight. Topics include a pastry, Rand, trees, and a captured character. Spoilers for Towers of Midnight through the prologue are present.

• ToM (Prologue PART 2): Dead Mules 2026-01-20

  This episode, "ToM (Prologue PART 2): Dead Mules," is part of the main book series episodes of Wheel Takes. It covers material from the prologue of Robert Jordan's "Towers of Midnight."

• ToM (Prologue PART 1): Aliens from Another Dimension 2026-01-12

  This episode, titled "ToM (Prologue PART 1): Aliens from Another Dimension," covers part of the Prologue of Towers of Midnight. Ali connects dots, Lan makes a friend, and Perrin's subconscious pops off. The episode is number 258 in the mai…

• tGS (Finale PART 4): Glad 2025-11-12

  This episode, titled "Glad," is the fourth and final part of The Gathering Storm finale. It covers Chapter 50 and the epilogue of "The Gathering Storm" and contains spoilers for the entire book.

• tGS (Finale PART 3): Bad 2025-11-01

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers Chapter 49 of Robert Jordan's "The Gathering Storm." The hosts discuss Rand's journey and Ali's strong opinions regarding it. The episode contains spoilers through the end of "The Gathering Storm."

• tGS (Finale PART 2): Mad 2025-10-20

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 48 of "The Gathering Storm," focusing on plot points involving Min, Tam, and Cadsuane. It also references a captured character and contains spoilers for the entirety of "The Gathering Storm."

• tGS (Finale PART 1): Dad 2025-10-13

  This episode, "tGS (Finale PT. 1): Dad," covers Chapter 47 of "The Gathering Storm." It is episode 254 of the main book series episodes and contains spoilers through the end of "The Gathering Storm."

• tGS (Ch46): Make Everyone Apologize 2025-09-03

  This episode discusses Chapter 46 of Robert Jordan's The Gathering Storm. It covers Egwene's promotion, a surprise for Silviana, and new demands.

• tGS (Ch45): EggPope 2025-08-03

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers Chapter 45 of "The Gathering Storm." It discusses Egwene's promotion, events involving Sheriam, a fulfilled viewing, and a character who remains captured.

• tGS (Ch44): Reluctant Nepo Baby 2025-07-10

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled "tGS (Ch44): Reluctant Nepo Baby," covers Chapter 44 of Robert Jordan's "The Gathering Storm." The hosts discuss character actions and plot aspects from this specific chapter of the book.

• tGS (Ch43): Adelornable 2025-06-30

  This episode, titled "tGS (Ch43): Adelornable," discusses Chapter 43 of "The Gathering Storm." It covers events involving Egwene, Adelorna, and Gawyn.

• tGS (Ch42): Bad Time 2025-06-09

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled "Bad Time," discusses Chapter 41 of "The Gathering Storm." The hosts talk about miserable characters and events in the chapter.

• tGS (Ch41): The Size of a Small Boulder 2025-05-19

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled "The Size of a Small Boulder," covers Chapter 41 of "The Gathering Storm." The discussion includes character actions and plot developments from this specific chapter.

• tGS (Ch40): Ball of Babies 2025-05-03

  This episode covers Chapter 40 of The Gathering Storm, with spoilers through Chapter 41. It discusses events where Egwene takes command, Siuan finds a dunce, and Gareth gets something special.

• tGS (Ch38-39): Of a Pure White 2025-04-23

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapters 38 and 39 of "The Gathering Storm." The hosts analyze the events and characters featured in these specific chapters of the book.

• tGS (Ch37): Newman-O's 2025-04-12

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 37 of "The Gathering Storm," where Ali learns about metaphysics rules, Rand makes a decision, and Min focuses on others' emotions. A character remains captured in the story.

• tGS (Ch35-36): Serious Episode! 2025-03-28

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses "The Gathering Storm" Chapters 35-36. Topics include diplomacy, character rebrands, and a captured character.

• tGS (Ch33-34): Mat Moon, Egwene Sun, Nynaeve Rising 2025-03-21

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers chapters 33 and 34 of "The Gathering Storm." The discussion includes characters such as Mat, Egwene, and Nynaeve, and contains spoilers up to chapter 34 of the book.

• tGS (Ch31-32): Furious Nihilism 2025-03-12

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers chapters 31-32 of 'The Gathering Storm.' It delves into the events impacting characters such as Rand, Cadsuane, and Nynaeve, and mentions a character who remains captured.

• tGS (Ch29-30): The Wheel of Goose 2025-03-05

  This episode, titled "tGS (Ch29-30): The Wheel of Goose," is episode 241 of the main book series. It covers Chapters 29-30 of "The Gathering Storm," discussing characters such as Rand, Dobraine, and Gawyn.

• tGS (Ch28): It Would Suck To Live There 2025-02-19

  In this episode of Wheel Takes, the hosts discuss Chapter 28 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include a character's trip and another character's capture. The episode contains spoilers through Chapter 28 of the book.

• tGS (Ch27): Not Ghosts 2025-02-12

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 27 of "The Gathering Storm." The hosts cover various plot points and character developments within the chapter.

• tGS (Ch25-26): One Of Those Episodes 2025-02-05

  This Wheel Takes podcast episode discusses chapters 25 and 26 of "The Gathering Storm." Characters Sheriam, Egwene, and Aviendha have difficult experiences, and one character remains captured.

• tGS (Ch23-24): That Particular Inclination 2025-01-21

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses chapters 23 and 24 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include Cadsuane getting a new job, Gawyn receiving a pep talk, and Rand sharing new philosophies.

• tGS (Ch22): The Nerd Jar 2025-01-13

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 22 of "The Gathering Storm." Topics include Semirhage's new developments, Rand's progress and setbacks, Min getting choked up, and a character remaining captured.

• tGS (Ch21): The Rolan Slander Hour 2025-01-06

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled "The Rolan Slander Hour," discusses Chapter 21 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include Perrin's dreams, Faile's past actions, and Hopper's role.

• tGS (Ch20): Chain of Balls 2024-12-18

  This episode discusses Chapter 20 of "The Gathering Storm," focusing on character developments including Olver, Mat, and Talmanes. It also touches on a character remaining captured.

• tGS (Ch19): SeanStan 2024-12-11

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 19 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include Tuon taking charge, Beslan submitting, and the continued capture of a character.

• tGS (Ch18): A Very Short Episode 2024-12-09

  This episode discusses Chapter 18 of Robert Jordan's The Gathering Storm. Topics include Siuan, old women, and Lelaine.

• tGS (Ch17): Floor Beans 2024-11-27

  This episode of Wheel Takes, titled tGS (Ch17): Floor Beans, discusses Chapter 17 of The Gathering Storm. The episode covers events related to the characters Semirhage, Cadsuane, and Perrin.

• tGS (Ch16): Despot 2024-11-19

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers Chapter 16 of Robert Jordan's The Gathering Storm. The hosts discuss events in the chapter including Egwene's capture and Elaida's reaction. This episode contains spoilers through Chapter 16 of The Gather…

• tGS (Ch15): Balebuddies 2024-11-12

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 15 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include character events involving Rand, Min, and Aviendha.

• tGS (Ch14): Secret Lab 2024-11-04

  This episode of the Wheel Takes podcast covers Chapter 14 of "The Gathering Storm." The hosts discuss movies, character arcs, and specific plot developments from the chapter.

• tGS (Ch13): Send In The Clown 2024-10-28

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 13 of The Gathering Storm. The hosts discuss various plot points from the chapter.

• tGS (Ch12): Let's Go Lesbians! 2024-10-13

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses chapter 12 of The Gathering Storm. The hosts talk about characters including Egwene, Meidani, and Seaine.

• A Geographic Diversion 2024-09-25

  Ali and Gus discuss geography. This episode contains no Wheel of Time content.

• tGS (Ch11): Colorado 2024-09-25

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers Chapter 11 of The Gathering Storm, featuring discussions about characters Aviendha and Adrin, and geographical notes from Ali and Gus.

• tGS (Ch10): Encyclopædia Mattanica 2024-09-23

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 10 of The Gathering Storm. Rodel and Rand discuss a "PEACE" and a captured character.

• tGS (Ch9): Automotive Maintenance 2024-09-18

  In this episode, Perrin deals with a new normal and receives advice. Predictions are shared and a character remains captured. The episode covers Chapter 9 of The Gathering Storm.

• tGS (Ch8): The Game 2024-09-16

  In this episode, Ali and Gus play a game. Siuan confronts conflicting feelings, and Bryne escapes a prank. The content covers Chapter 8 of The Gathering Storm.

• "How Does She Do It?" - Fans Discuss Ali's Theories at Malkiericon 2024 2024-09-10

  Gus and listeners discuss Ali's theories at Malkiericon 2024. This episode contains full series and book spoilers.

• tGS (Ch7): Everyone Is Having A Hard Time in the Coming Apocalypse 2024-08-25

  This episode discusses Chapter 7 of The Gathering Storm. It covers events related to Nynaeve, Daigian, and Rand.

• tGS (Ch6): Dubble Bubble 2024-08-19

  This episode of Wheel Takes covers Chapter 6 of The Gathering Storm. The discussion includes characters Rodel Ituralde, Leane, and Egwene, and also references Lawrence of Arabia.

• tGS (Ch5): Dr Pepper? In This Economy? 2024-08-12

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 5 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include characters Rand, Cadsuane, and Semirhage.

• tGS (Ch4): Buy the TV, Gawyn 2024-08-07

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 4 of "The Gathering Storm." It features Gawyn doing some thinking, and a character remains captured.

• tGS (Ch3): Lesbians All the Way Down 2024-08-05

  This episode of Wheel Takes discusses Chapter 3 of The Gathering Storm. Topics include punishments, Aviendha, and various tangents.