Highly Invested: A Brandon Sanderson Cosmere Podcast

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Highly Invested is a podcast centered around reading and re-reading Brandon Sanderson’s ever expanding Cosmere novels. Join Richie, James, and new reader Betsy on the journey of a lifetime as we worldhop from book to book discussing planets, magic...

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Description:

Highly Invested is a podcast centered around reading and re-reading Brandon Sanderson’s ever expanding Cosmere novels. Join Richie, James, and new reader Betsy on the journey of a lifetime as we worldhop from book to book discussing planets, magic systems, story arcs and unforgettable characters. Popular series include The Stormlight Archive, Mistborn, Warbreaker, Elantris, White Sand, and more. This podcast will be divided into spoiler sections and non-spoiler sections for listeners reading Cosmere novels for the first time.

Language:

English

Website:

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highlyinvestedpodcast

Episodes

Episode 118 - Ashyn is a Place on Earth | Rhythm of War - Chapters 20-22

4/26/2026

Hi all and welcome back! In this episode Veil commits a mutiny, Adolin prepares for his journey into Shadesmar, and Shallan discovers that the spy has tampered with her communication device to Mraize. 11:18 - Chapter 20 29:42 - Chapter 21 55:52 - Chapter 19 01:12:40 - Awards 01:19:27 - Spoiler Bus 01:43:33 - Contest of Champions 01:57:35 - Bloopers

Duración:02:01:59

Episode 117 - Taravangian’s Farewell Tour | Rhythm of War - Interludes 1-3

4/14/2026

Season 8 Episode 7. Hi all and welcome back! In this episode the gang discuss the first set of interludes in Rhythm of War! We catch up with Syl, explore Sja anat’s plans and say goodbye to good old Taravangian. 09:10 - Interlude 1 27:03 - Interlude 2 41:35 - Interlude 3 01:04:33 - Awards 01:09:54 - Spoiler Bus 01:35:56 - Contest of Champions

Duración:01:45:26

Episode 116 - It’s Not the Windows That Make the Car Move | Rhythm of War - Chapters 17-19

4/5/2026

Season 8 Episode 6 Hi all and welcome back! In this episode the radiants devise a plan to go to Shadesmar and strengthen their relationship with the Honor spren and Kaladin shows his parents their new home in the tower! 05:29 - Chapter 17 31:51 - Chapter 18 46:36 - Chapter 19 01:16:50 - Awards 01:22:51 - Spoiler Bus 01:45:16 - Contest of Champions 01:54:14 - Bloopers

Duración:01:56:02

Episode 115 - Braized and Confused | Rhythm of War - Chapters 14-16

3/22/2026

Season 8 Episode 5 Hi Cremlings and Welcome back! In this episode the singers and fused gather to discuss their next strategy in the war against the humans, Zahel gives us a lesson on types of invested entities, and Navani gathers her scholars to investigate the strange sphere of light Gavilar left behind. Richie and Dappert draft the Cosmere books in the spoiler section! Let us know who you think won the draft. 06:29 - Chapter 14 41:45 - Chapter 15 01:13:29 - Chapter 16 01:27:52 - Awards 01:33:59 - Spoiler Bus 02:06:24 - Contest of Champions 02:18:24 - Bloopers

Duración:02:20:05

Episode 114 - But Did We Ask The Table? | Rhythm of War - Chapters 11-13

3/9/2026

Season 8 Episode 4 Hi Cremlings and Welcome back! In this episode Venli gathers allies to her cause, Kaladin and the gang go out for drinks, and Shallan is given another mission by the Ghostbloods. 09:01 - Chapter 11 32:43 - Chapter 12 54:44 - Chapter 13 01:39:40 - Awards 01:47:22 - Spoiler Bus 02:14:17 - Contest of Champions

Duración:02:22:49

Episode 113 - What Can I Say Except You’re Welcome Kaladin? | Rhythm of War - Chapters 8-10

2/22/2026

Season 8 Episode 3 Hi Cremlings and Welcome back! In this episode Moash, Roshone and Kalidan have an interesting conversation, Navani receives a secret warning, and Shallan and Adolin investigate the mystery behind the death of Ialai. 07:00 - Chapter 8 21:50 - Chapter 9 46:21 - Chapter 10 58:00 - Awards 01:08:54 - Spoiler Bus 01:24:25 - Contest of Champions 01:36:31 - Bloopers

Duración:01:37:04

Episode 112 - We're Going to Hollywood! | Rhythm of War - Chapters 4-7

2/15/2026

Season 8 Episode 2 Hi Cremlings and Welcome back! In this episode Kaladin continues his fight with the fused, Navani is surprised to see someone on the battlefield, and Shallan has a mysterious conversation with Ialai that ends abruptly. 13:36 - Chapter 4 24:17 - Chapter 5 40:02 - Chapter 6 55:47 - Chapter 7 01:17:46 - Awards 01:25:05 - Spoiler Bus 01:43:55 - Contest of Champions 01:53:43 - Bloopers

Duración:01:58:26

Episode 111 - Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story? | Rhythm of War - Prologue, Chapters 1-3

2/8/2026

Season 8 Episode 1 Hi Cremlings and Welcome back! On this episode Dap, Richie, and Betsy begin Rhythm of War, Book 4 of The Stormlight Archives. Join us back on the rainy and crab filled world we’ve come to know and love to reunite with some of our favorite characters. 08:09 - Prologue 31:45 - Chapter 1 46:00 - Chapter 2 01:13:46 - Chapter 3 01:27:39 - Awards 01:37:52 - Spoiler Bus 01:55:41 - Contest of Champions 02:03:16 - Bloopers

Duración:02:06:01

Episode 110 - It’s Gods All the Way Down | Dawnshard - Chapters 12-19, Epilogue

1/26/2026

Season 7 Episode 2 Hi Cremlings and Happy New Year! We’re back! In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Betsy finish the Novella Dawnshard. Rysn learns the true secrets of the island and makes a strong trade. The Lopen learns a valuable lesson that will help him progress in his Windrunner Oaths. 06:41 - Overall thoughts 15:24 - Chapters 12-19 and Epilogue Discussion 01:16:52 - Awards 01:23:43 - Spoiler Bus 01:39:08 - Contest of Champions 01:47:05 - Bloopers

Duración:01:47:31

Episode 109 - It’s Not Stealing If We All Get Drunk With the Money | Dawnshard - Chapters 1-11

12/19/2025

Season 7 Episode 1 Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Betsy set sail with Rysn and the Lopen in search of mystery, adventure, and treasure. We’re reading Dawnshard! Join us as we discover the secrets of Aimia. 08:47 - Prologue and Overall thoughts 15:44 - Chapters 1-11 Discussion 01:28:45 - Awards 01:36:00 - Spoiler Bus 01:46:39 - Contest of Champions 01:53:31 - Bloopers

Duración:01:54:46

Episode 108 - You Sly Dog! You Got Me Monologuing! | Elantris - Part 3

12/14/2025

Season 6 Episode 3 Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Betsy finish up the thrilling conclusion to Elantris. Could this possibly be Betsy’s favorite book so far? Come on in and let’s find out! 07:32 - Overall thoughts 18:57 - Part 3 Full discussion 01:38:38 - Awards 01:48:40 - Spoiler Bus 02:07:58 - Contest of Champions No Bloopers this episode!

Duración:02:14:24

Episode 107 - John’s Bar Games | Elantris - Part 2

12/7/2025

Season 6 Episode 2 Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Betsy continue on to Part 2 of Elantris. Join us as our characters get closer to solving the great mysteries of the once magical city. 06:59 - Part 2 Full Discussion 01:16:25 - Awards 01:24:17 - Spoiler Bus 01:34:19 - Contest of Champions 01:40:13 - Bloopers

Duración:01:42:25

Episode 106 - Potion Seller I Need Your Strongest Potions | Elantris - Part 1

11/28/2025

Season 6 Episode 1 Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Betsy begin the story of Elantris. We meet Raoden, Sarene and Hrathen and follow their journeys under the shadow of the once great and magnificent city. Join use as we discuss Part 1! 07:08 - Overall Thoughts 22:38 - Raoden 51:03 - Sarene 01:06:49 - Hrathen 01:42:03 - Awards 01:51:21 - Spoiler Bus 02:17:28 - Bloopers

Duración:02:19:12

Episode 105 - Look How Far We’ve Come | Oathbringer Review and Discussion

11/23/2025

Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Richie, Dappert, and Bets discuss Oathbringer in its entirety, reviewing character arcs, our favorite plot points and most memorable moments. Join us as we celebrate finishing our fifth cosmere book!! Season 5 Episode 44

Duración:01:45:59

Episode 104 - I Can Read….I CAN WRITE | Oathbringer - Chapters 120 - Epilogue

11/16/2025

07:08 - Chapter 120 37:50 - Chapter 121 01:12:26 - Chapter 122 01:36:28 - Epilogue 01:46:21 - Awards 01:54:04 - Spoiler Bus 02:21:30 - Contest of Champions 02:31:10 - Bloopers Season 5 Episode 43

Duración:02:31:38

He's Got the Whole Cosmere in His Hands

11/9/2025

Cremlings we are finally back! In this episode Dalinar finally confronts odium, his past, and the thrill. Kalladin, Shallan, and Adolin look for a way to get back to the physical realm. Szeth makes an important decision with Nale, and Dalinar unites the three realms, 08:05 - Chapter 117 33:53 - Chapter 118 52:33 - Chapter 119 01:20:25 - Awards 01:28:03 - Spoiler Bus 01:45:37 - Contest of Champions 01:58:17 - Bloopers Season 5 Episode 42

Duración:02:00:05

Bonus Episode 10 - Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb | Review and Discussion

11/2/2025

Hi Cremlings and welcome back! On this bonus episode Dappert, Richie, and Devon dive into the Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb. Join us as we discuss our favorite moments from this classic book series.

Duración:02:03:15

Episode 102 - Men in Blackthorn | Oathbringer - Chapters 114-116

10/13/2025

Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Dalinar finally meets the Nightwatcher, Amaram’s army switches sides, and the Battle of Thaylenah begins. 09:03 - Chapter 114 27:21 - Chapter 115 48:54 - Chapter 116 01:15:06 - Awards 01:23:05 - Spoiler Bus 01:43:25 - Contest of Champions 01:53:13 - Bloopers Season 5 Episode 41

Duración:01:58:14

Episode 101 - Rysn Break | Oathbringer - Interludes 12-14

9/28/2025

Hi Cremlings and welcome back. In this episode Venli spreads the good word of the Fused, Rysn is given a gift, and Teft makes a grave mistake. 07:02 - Interlude 12 16:45 - Interlude 13 33:08 - Interlude 14 42:52 - Awards 47:14 - Spoiler Bus 57:54 - Bloopers Season 5 Episode 40

Duración:00:58:46

Episode 100 - Eila Steely Dan | Oathbringer - Chapters 111-113

9/14/2025

Hi Cremlings and welcome back. It’s our 100th episode!! In this episode we receive a translation of the Eila Stele which tells of events before the first Desolation, the crew arrives at the Thaylen City Oathgate, and Dalinar processes the new information on the origins of humans on Roshar. Link to Kid Kaladin Song by Jake Samuels https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1d1OwETr_0 13:18 - Chapter 111 51:50 - Chapter 112 56:43 - Chapter 113 01:11:37 - Awards 01:16:23 - Spoiler Bus 01:31:05 - Contest Of Champions 01:43:50 - Special Outro with friends and family voice memos. Season 5 Episode 39

Duración:01:48:19