Through the Glass Columns: A Wheel of Time Read Along Podcast

In "A Blacksmith's Puzzle" and "Whirlpools of Color", Tylor calls out Masema's obvious trap, Greg grasps for details that will define the battle of Malden, and Perrin realizes how daunting the task of recovering Faile from the Shaido will be

In "The Forging of a Hammer" and "The Scent of a Dream", Greg is excited to catch up with Perrin, Tylor wonders whether Masuri and Annoura are outsmarting Masema, and Berelain engages in some pretty impressive spycraft.

In "A Fan of Colors" and "The Tale of a Doll", Greg is intrigued by the density of Mat's plot, Tylor vents his frustrations about the structure of this book, and Furyk Karede meets Almurat Mor (Greg has no idea who they are).

In "Time to be Gone" and "Two Captains", Tylor wonders why the escape from Ebou Dar was yadda yadda'd, Greg is intrigued by Egeanin's partial split from the Seanchan, and Mat catches us up on the politics of the circus.

In "Glimmers of the Pattern" Tylor is excited to meet another of the great captains, Greg hypothesizes about where this book will take us, and the Aes Sedai plots in the white tower reach a boiling point.

In our conclusion to Winter's Heart, Tylor highlights how many good books are still to come, Greg impresses in the POV game, and the siege of Tar Valon is predicted for a 4th consecutive book.

In "The Hummingbird's Secret", and "With the Choedan Kal", Greg wonders how successful Rand really was, Tylor dissects the identities of the combatants outside Shadar Logoth, and Rand teams with Nynaeve for his most audacious plan.

In "What the Aelfinn Said", "A Portion of Wisdom" and "Blue Carp Street", Tylor wonders what is going on the with ghosts of Asha'man, Greg debates whether Fain's appearance was earned, and Mat finally recognizes Tuon as his future wife.

In "News in a Cloth Sack", "Another Plan", and "Cold, Fat Raindrops" Tylor feels the momentum building, Greg is excited to see Thom finally putting his mark on the series, and Mat puts plans into motion.

In "Bonds", "Expectation", and "To Surprise Queens and Kings", Tylor wonders what Verin and Cadsuane are up to, Greg sees growth in Elayne's actions and also risk, and Alanna finally gets to talk to Rand.

In "Out of Thin Air", "To Lose the Sun", and "Among the Counsels", Tylor gives reminders about Shalon, Rochaid, and other promoted minor characters, Greg wonders whether Rand actually gets his big finish in this book, and Cadsuane and Verin scheme.

In "Three Women", "Questions of Treason", and "A Matter of Property", Tylor tries to recall all the important players in Ebou Dar, Greg worries about the future of the a'dam for men, and Mat makes a fateful promise.

In "An Unexpected Encounter", "Pink Ribbons", and "An Offer", Greg highlights the contrast between the bustling city and the atrocities of the Seanchan, Tylor wonders about Tuon's instant interest in Mat, and Setalle Anan has exactly what Mat is looking for.

In " Wonderful News", "What a Veil Hides", and "In Need of a Bellfounder", Tylor wonders what Verin could be planning with all the Aes Sedai swearing to Rand, Greg is intrigued by Tuon's arrival, and Mat makes his triumphant return to the story.

In "Ideas of Importance" and "A Lily in Winter" Tylor wonders about the status of the statuettes with Nynaeve accompanying Rand, Greg highlights how much the tone suddenly shifted, and Min, Elayne, and Aviendha reach an accord.

In "A Cup of Tea" and "A Plan Succeeds", Greg has his expectations upended by Daved Hanlon, Elayne lays the groundwork for her plans, and Tylor highlights Egwene's theories about the oath rod and aging.

In "The Streets of Caemlyn", and " Sea Folk and Kin", Tylor wonders about the future of the Kin, Greg tries to figure out a real world comparison for the freed damane, and Lan has an unexpected role in Nynaeve's public life.

In "Offers", "Flags", and "The Scent of Madness", Tylor tries to unpack the complex politics of the Shaido camp, Greg wonders about Masema and the Seanchan, and Berelain makes the first move.

In "Leaving the Prophet", "Taken", and "Customs", Greg is glad to see Faile isn't falling into damsel in distress tropes, Tylor worries about Perrin's plans in Abila, and Gaul takes the lead in a crisis.

In "Snow" Tylor wonders why everyone is naked, Greg wonders how he's going to keep track of everyone in the white tower, and Rand makes a bold declaration about the next stage of his plan.

In our traditional wrap up episode, Greg does a surprisingly good job remembering POVs, Tylor wonders how we forgot so much Perrin and Egwene, and the wheel turns on another book.

In "A Cup of Sleep", "Beginnings", and "After", Tylor wonders how deep the conspiracy to assassinate Rand goes, Greg is excited to start the battle of Tar Valon, and Faile is in deep trouble.

In "The Bargain" and "Crimsonthorn" Tylor wonders about the importance of the Sea Folk, Greg is underwhelmed by the murder mystery, and Cadsuane brings interesting information about Callandor

In "An Unwelcome Return" and "The Extra Bit", Greg wonders which is the titular return, Tylor has insights into Logain's actions, and Seaine uncovers much more than she expected.

In "A Time for Iron", Greg debates the balance between action and the confusion of battle, Tylor repeatedly wonders about what is going on with Gedwyn and the other Asha'man, and Rand's sanity frays at the worst possible time.

In "Gathering Clouds" and "Fog of War, Storm of Battle", Greg analyzes the strategy of a gateway enabled war, Tylor tries to piece together Rand's current position on violence against women, and the Seanchan suffer a major defeat.

In "Into Andor" and "Answering the Summons", Tylor worries about Rand's deteriorating mental state, Greg tries to keep up with the developments in Elayne's group, and Rand finds himself unable to channel without being sickened.

In "Out on the Ice", "A Peculiar Calling", and "The Law", Greg is excited to see the political plot take a leap forward, Tylor is interested in meeting Elayne's rivals for the throne, and Egwene executes a risky plan to perfection.

In "Stronger than Written Law" and "Unexpected Absences", Tylor is curious about Egwene wanting to end the 3 oaths, Greg pieces together Romanda and Lelaine's plans, and Siuan sees an oddity among the Salidar Sitters.

In "Floating Like Snow" and "Message from the M'hael" Tylor wonders about the status of the Asha'man, Greg is overwhelmed by minor nobles, and the contrast between Rand and Perrin becomes more clear.

In "Floating Like Snow" and "Message from the M'hael" Tylor wonders about the status of the Asha'man, Greg is overwhelmed by minor nobles, and the contrast between Rand and Perrin becomes more clear.

In "Questions and an Oath" and "New Alliances", Perrin confronts a complicated political landscape, Greg wonders about Faile's plans, and Tylor dubs this plotline the island of misfit toys.

In "Tangles" and "Changes" Greg is excited to see longer periods of time with each perspective, Tylor wonders about Perrin vs Rand's thinking on women, and Faile creates her own spy agency

In "A Goatpen" and "A Simple Country Woman", we learn the destination of Morgase's travels, Tylor wonders why this seemingly simple plot feels so messy, and Greg has theories about the different factions in camp.

In "The Breaking Storm" and "Threads", Greg wonders how unweaving would look with big budget effects, Tylor is curious how a ritual of all women is able to draw on Saidin, and Elayne breaks out of her rut, and her stereotype.

In "A Quiet Place" and "A Pleasant Ride", Tylor wonders whether these are truly wasted chapters, Greg is confused by almost all of the names, and Elayne seems ahead of where we expected in some ways, and behind in others.

In "To Keep the Bargain" and "Unweaving", Greg tries to piece together the new hierarchies among the channelers of Ebou Dar, Tylor is excited for more Avhiendha, and the gathering of channelers produces another previously hidden ability: unweaving.

In "Deceptive Appearances", Tylor wonders what hints we can garner from the gathering of Borderlanders, Greg is curious exactly what Verin is up to, and Moridin makes an appearance in Ebou Dar.

In the end of book episode Tylor discusses the impending series slowdown, Greg's rankings shift drastically, and the POVs are really hard to remember.

In "Spears" and "A Crown of Swords", Greg feels as if the Shaido are being promoted to real villain status, Tylor focuses on Rand's relationship to women in danger, and Sammael meets his fate off-screen.