Podcasts · TV & Film · Leisure
Avatar: Braving the Elements
Nickelodeon
185 episodes · in order
A new Avatar legend begins with the official companion podcast Avatar: Braving the Elements. Join hosts Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (the voice of Prince Zuko) each week as they watch brand-new episodes of the all-new series Avatar: Seven Havens! They'll also be breaking down the new Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie, and revisiting The Legend of Korra Book 3: Change. Get ready to meet the voices behind new Avatar characters for the very first time, and hear from the creative team that helps bring these stories to life. Don't miss the biggest season yet of Avatar: Braving the Elements!
Episodes page 1 of 4
-
Introducing Avatar: Braving the Elements from Nickelodeon
Jump into the amazing world of Avatar with Nickelodeon’s official companion podcast, Avatar: Braving the Elements. Every Tuesday, join hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco as they re-watch every episode of Avatar: The…
-
The Boy in the Iceberg: Beginning the Journey with Aang
In our first-ever episode, get to know your hosts Janet Varney (“Korra” from The Legend of Korra) and Dante Basco (Zuko himself!), find out what to expect in this ATLA rewatch podcast, and dive into the series premiere…
-
ATLA Origins Pt. 1: With Creators Mike DiMartino & Bryan Konietzko
Jump into a multi-layered conversation with Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, the creative minds behind Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra! This episode gives fans invaluable insight into the…
-
ATLA Origins Pt. 2: With Creators Mike DiMartino & Bryan Konietzko
It’s part two of our illuminating chat with Avatar: The Last Airbender creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko! Discover how key decisions shaped the show, what it took to bring Aang and Team Avatar to…
-
The Avatar Returns: Aang’s Awakening & Zuko’s Hunt
Janet and Dante recap some great listener interactions and then dig into Episode 2 of Avatar: The Last Airbender — “The Avatar Returns.” In Season 1, Episode 2 of ATLA, Aang’s identity as the Avatar is revealed, and…
-
Behind the Avatar: ATLA Development with Eric Coleman
Janet and Dante are joined by former Nickelodeon exec Eric Coleman, who delves further into the development of Avatar: The Last Airbender and the stories behind some of the key moments and decisions that made the show…
-
The Southern Air Temple: Aang’s Journey and the Search for Truth
In Season 1, Episode 3 of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Aang takes us to the Southern Air Temple, where he must confront difficult truths about his past. Janet and Dante join the ride to unpack everything from Momo’s…
-
Meet the Cast: Jack De Sena on Voicing Sokka
Janet and Dante sit down with Jack De Sena, the voice of Sokka, for a hilarious episode full of great conversation! Find out about Jack’s beginnings as a child actor to his busy college years trying to balance school…
-
The Warriors of Kyoshi: Jennie Kwan on Playing Suki
Join Jennie Kwan as she discusses her iconic role as Suki in Season 1, Episode 5 of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Janet, Dante, and Jennie discusses their love of Suki and Kyoshi Warrior cosplay; something that…
-
Suki Speaks: More with Jennie Kwan on Her Evolution in ATLA
This special episode featuring Jennie Kwan takes an even deeper look at her role as Suki, the Kyoshi Warrior. Janet and Dante discuss Suki’s evolution in ATLA, touching on her empowering nature and the personal…
-
The King of Omashu: André Sogliuzzo Brings King Bumi to Life
In Season 1, Episode 6 of Avatar: The Last Airbender, it’s time to travel to the eccentric city of Omashu, where Aang, Katara, Sokka, and the gang meet the the strange, spirited leader of Omashu himself, King Bumi.…
-
ATLA Writer John O'Bryan and the Birth of Avatar
Get the inside scoop on the early days of writing Avatar: The Last Airbender from one of its original and long-standing writers, John O’Bryan! Meet the person who turned in the first draft of the script laying out the…
-
Imprisoned: Kevin Michael Richardson (Tyro) on Fire Nation Oppression
In Season 1, Episode 6 of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Janet and Dante explore the layers of the powerful episode “Imprisoned” with voice actor Kevin Michael Richardson, who portrays Tyro. They discuss the intense…
-
Martial Arts Deep Dive with Sifu Kisu and Bryan Konietzko
This week we dig into the careful design and detailed mechanics of animated martial arts with Sifu Kisu and Bryan Konietzko! What would a podcast about Avatar be without at least one episode showcasing the phenomenal…
-
The Winter Solstice Part One: Aang’s Journey into the Spirit World
It’s a very important first half of a two-part story arc in which Janet and Dante start to get acquainted with The Spirit World! In Ep. 7 of Book One, we meet the understandably grumpy Hei Bai, spend some time with an…
-
Meet the Cast: Zach Tyler Eisen on Voicing Aang
That’s right! It’s the voice of The Avatar himself, Zach Tyler Eisen! Join us for this rare appearance by the wonderful former actor who gave us Aang. Janet and Dante revisit Zach’s experience of recording ATLA, which…
-
The Winter Solstice Part Two: Avatar Roku with James Garrett
Somehow we got lucky enough to welcome two back-to back Avatars! We go from Avatar Aang last week (Zach Tyler Eisen) to this week’s guest, James Garrett— otherwise known as Avatar Roku! Janet and Dante recap Ep 8. of…
-
Meet Avatar's Voice Director Andrea Romano
Get ready for an amazing look inside the world of Avatar voice acting and directing with the legendary Andrea Romano! Join Janet and Dante as ATLA and TLOK’s Voice Director Andrea Romano treats them to a fascinating,…
-
The Waterbending Scroll with Ify Nwadiwe
This week Janet and Dante are joined by writer, gamer, comedian and podcaster Ify Nwadiwe, who jumps into the investigation of Ep 9 of Book One “The Waterbending Scroll!” The trio is quick to acknowledge that there is…
-
Spotlight on Avatar's Soundtrack with Jeremy Zuckerman and Hrishikesh Hirway
In this very special episode, ATLA & TLOK Composer Jeremy Zuckerman sits down with Janet, Dante, and Song Exploder’s Hrishikesh Hirway! The focus is all about the music in this lively discussion about the challenges…
-
Crawford Wilson on voicing "Jet" the Complex Freedom Fighter
Team Avatar encounters a controversial character in the ATLA episode “Jet”— and Janet and Dante encounter the delightful Crawford Wilson, the voice behind Jet! Take a visit to the treetops and find out the inspiration…
-
Animal Roll Call: Dee Bradley Baker on Appa, Momo, & More
This week brings you an unusual and exciting listen: an episode that was recorded live on Twitch, featuring the legendary Dee Bradley Baker! Janet and Dante spend a marvelous hour with the voice actor behind all of the…
-
Midseason Quiz Show: Test Your ATLA Knowledge!
To celebrate our halfway mark in Season One of the podcast, we’re bringing in some new friends to test their ATLA knowledge! Janet and Dante welcome four incredibly awesome Avatar fans for a game show-style quiz on…
-
The Great Divide
Janet and Dante tackle one of the most debated-about episodes in Avatar: The Last Airbender as they plunge into Ep 11 of Book One “The Great Divide!” Listen in as our hosts discuss the creepy canyon crawlers and the…
-
The Great Divide Debate! with Hector Navarro and Danielle Radford
This week’s special guests jump in to help Janet and Dante further unpack the merits of “The Great Divide!” Following their lively recap last week, Janet and Dante bring in their two friends, Hector Navarro (SpongeBob…
-
The Storm with Jack De Sena (“Sokka”)
The wonderful Jack De Sena (“Sokka”) rejoins Janet and Dante as they sail together into ATLA’s Episode 12 of Booke One: “The Storm!" Jack comes back to bring us all a little more Sokka-- in this Book One episode that…
-
Life Lessons: Karama Horne and Ijeoma Njaka on the Avatarverse
Get ready for a very cool “big picture” conversation about the Avatarverse this week as Janet and Dante sit down with Karama Horne and Ijeoma Njaka! Hear from two extraordinarily awesome women who bring nuance,…
-
The Blue Spirit and Zuko's Duality
Janet and Dante discuss one of the most acclaimed episodes of ATLA Episode 13 of Book One: “The Blue Spirit” — and things get emotional! As Aang rushes to find a cure for what ails Katara and Sokka, Janet and Dante…
-
Sound Off! Benjamin Wynn on Sound Design for Avatar
Janet and Dante joyfully welcome Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra Sound Designer Benjamin Wynn to the podcast! Ben chats with Janet and Dante about his early experiences on ATLA, including what it’s…
-
The Fortuneteller w/ Special Guest Evanna Lynch
For their interpretation and discussion of ATLA’s Episode 14 of Booke One “The Fortuneteller,” Janet and Dante are joined by their pal, the talented and wonderful Evanna Lynch (“Luna Lovegood” from the Potterverse)!…
-
Fan Favorite Holiday Special: Celebrating ATLA’s Best Moments
Happy Holidays from your pals at Braving the Elements! This week, Janet and Dante reminisce about some of their - and YOUR! - favorite moments from Season One of the podcast. Featuring memorable conversational gems…
-
Native Representation: "Bato of the Water Tribe" with Migizi Pensoneau
This week, Janet and Dante are joined by Avatar Studios’ Consultant on Native Representation, Migizi Pensoneau! The trio discusses the many layers of “Bato of the Water Tribe,” including Aang’s actions in this episode…
-
Avatar Kyoshi, June, and Balance: A Conversation with Jennifer Hale
You know it’s going to be an amazing conversation when you have Avatar Kyoshi and June the Bounty Hunter together in one person! Janet and Dante are thrilled to welcome their friend, VA and musician Jennifer Hale to…
-
The Deserter with Writer Tim Hedrick
What do you do when you really want to wrap your head around an ATLA episode? Go to the source! This week, Janet and Dante break down Ep 16 of Book One “The Deserter” with ATLA, LOK, and Avatar Studios writer, Tim…
-
ATLA Family Dynamics with Cheyenne Ewulu
This week we take a closer look at the hugely important theme of "Family" with Cheyenne Ewulu! For a deeper dive into all of the various and layered family dynamics in Book One of "Avatar: The Last Airbender," Janet…
-
The Northern Air Temple with Jason Mantzoukas
Hop onto your glider and come with us for this journey to “The Northern Air Temple” with special guest Jason Mantzoukas! Jason joins Janet and Dante for a rousing conversation about not just this conflict-laden episode…
-
Avatarverse Engineering with Adam Savage
Janet and Dante are still abuzz over all the gadgetry in “The Northern Air Temple,” so they decide to talk to fellow lover of gadgets, Adam Savage! From the delivery systems of Omashu to Jet’s hooked swords to the Fire…
-
Princess Yue "The Waterbending Master" with Johanna Braddy
We’ve set our course heading North… and toward a great conversation with the voice of Princess Yue, Johanna Braddy! Janet and Dante explore the wonders of the Northern Water Tribe as we near the end of Book One Ep 19…
-
Directing ATLA with Giancarlo Volpe
Join Janet and Dante for a fun and informative conversation with longtime ATLA Director, Giancarlo Volpe! Hear more about the early experience of working on ATLA from the Directing side, including very cool details…
-
Zuko, Iroh, and the Fire Nation: Part 1 of the Finale with Christopher Sabat
The penultimate episode of Book One features our guest, the voice of Vegeta (Dragonball Z) and All Might (My Hero Academia): Christopher Sabat! It’s the first half of the two-parter that marks the finale of Book One of…
-
Book One Recapaganza! with Hector Navarro
As we approach the Season Finale of Book One: Water, Janet and Dante welcome back the awesome Hector Navarro! It’s a good time to take a close look at some of the big moments of Book One, and review the complex and…
-
The Finale! Siege of the North, Part 2 w/ Gene Luen Yang
It’s Book One’s spectacular finale episode, and we’re talking about it with the spectacular author of the first five ATLA graphic novels, Gene Luen Yang! Janet and Dante wrap up the recap side of BTE in the…
-
Season One Finale Game Show with Jack De Sena, Jennie Kwan, Antoine Bandele & Kendall Byrd
It’s the final episode of Braving the Elements’ first season, and Janet and Dante are celebrating with friends new and old! The game’s afoot as Janet and Dante are joined by two amazing superfans and two delightful…
-
Live From New York Comic Con '21!
Join Janet and Dante for their first-ever live Braving the Elements, which they did live at NYCC 2021! They are joined by their friend and ATLA/TLOK staple Dee Bradley Baker for a spirited discussion about the…
-
Fan Favorite Special
This week, Janet and Dante reminisce about some of their - and YOUR! - favorite moments from Season One of the podcast. We'll hear memorable conversational gems with ATLA creators and Avatar Studios’ Bryan Konietzko…
-
Live From Emerald City Comic Con ’21!
This exclusive release of the live Avatarverse panel at ECCC features Janet, Dante, and friend of the podcast (and talent extraordinaire) Dee Bradley Baker! Recorded in the chilly December clouds of beautiful Seattle…
-
Zach Tyler Eisen on Aang & more!
Hear from The Avatar himself, Zach Tyler Eisen! Join Janet & Dante for an exclusive, rare appearance by the former actor who gave Aang life. We revisit Zach’s experience of recording ATLA, which he did when he was…
-
Introducing Season 2 of Avatar: Braving The Elements
Ready to explore more of the amazing world of Avatar: The Last Airbender? Nickelodeon’s official companion podcast, Avatar: Braving the Elements is back for a second season! Join hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco…
-
Book Two: Earth Begins! (Season 2 Premiere)
Welcome back to Season 2 of Braving the Elements! Hosts Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (Zuko himself!) reunite for an exciting kickoff to Book Two: Earth in the world of ATLA. This special episode…
-
“The Avatar State”: Team Avatar Faces Earth Kingdom Power
Team Avatar has a rough time of it in this first episode of Book Two, and Janet and Dante are feeling it! While Aang, Katara and Sokka (and, of course, Appa and Momo!) try to navigate a relationship with a very zealous…
More in TV & Film
Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge
iHeartPodcasts
Pop Culture Happy Hour
NPR
The Plot Thickens
TCM & Criterion
Two Sons and Me
PodcastOne
Pod Meets World
iHeartPodcasts
Blank Check with Griffin & David
Blank Check Productions
Two Judgey Girls
Two Judgey Girls
Rob Has a Podcast | Big Brother, Survivor & Reality TV - RHAP
Rob Cesternino | Rob Has a Podcast: Survivor, Big Brother, The Traitors
Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino
Danny Pellegrino
Reality with The King
The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
House of R
The Ringer
RHAP: We Know Survivor
Survivor Know-It-All, Rob Cesternino
Shows are listed from Apple Podcasts' charts and directory, and Podcast Index where it is used. Every show and episode belongs to its publisher and plays from the publisher's own feed; this site hosts none of them. Explicit shows are for adult profiles only, and children’s profiles hear only children’s shows. More about this list.