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In this interview, Bonni McCliss discusses the great shift towards spiritual truths, psychic predictions around solar flares, navigating the eclipse season, and more. She explores the concept of moving from doing to being and offers guidance on how to navigate the unknown. Bonnie also emphasizes the significance of the sun and its effects on our biology and intuition. Bonni highlights the power of imagination and the practice of reverence in lightening the heart. She also discusses the future of humanity, including transparency, unity consciousness, and compassion, and offers practical tips for infusing more light into one's sound current.Bonni McCliss is a gifted psychic, channel, healer, medium, certified hypnotherapist and internationally recognized author. She is a scholar of the Akashic Records and uses the knowledge to help others overcome their perceived limitations and guide them beyond the boundaries of their own thinking. Bonni was aware of her gifts as a child but only recognized them as gifts later in life. Having only her inner guidance to lead the way, she began immersing herself in understanding the teachings of the Ancient Mystery Schools. Through her studies she not only began to understand her own gifts but she also gained the knowledge to show others how to apply these ancient teachings to their busy, modern lives. It is her hope that through these teachings, she will enable others to transcend to living their highest timeline. During the past twenty years, Bonni has touched the lives of thousands. She regularly leads workshops and retreats across the US, including Sedona, Los Angeles, New York and Nashville. She also helped create The Legend of Greater Things Dome, a sacred retreat center located on a crystal grid and beautiful forest outside of Hot Springs, Arkansas. This center brings healing to others through yoga, meditation, sound, and intuitive development workshops. ___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 - Bonni McCliss Intro01:47 - Exploring Emerging Spiritual Truths02:23 - The Call to Authenticity and Living Your Purpose04:25 - Higher Beings' Guidance on the Shift to Being10:55 - Co-Creating a New Earth12:56 - The Journey Back to Unity and Connection15:17 - Solar Flare Maximum & Its Effects21:03 - The Thinning Veils and Accessing Memories 24:03 - Balancing Past Traumas and Hidden Talents28:03 - Spiritual Bypassing and the Importance of Integration31:13 - Rediscovering the Power of Imagination34:57 - Lightening the Heart: Egyptian Wisdom39:26 - Andromeda Frequencies & Galactic Center44:09 - Importance of Community and Ceremony 45:24 - Accessing the Avatar State 50:04 - The Dalai Lama's Life-Changing Wisdom54:12 - The Power of Sacred Reciprocity56:20 - Diving into the Akashic Records58:08 - Family Dynamics and Healing Through Lineages01:00:34 - Dream Work 01:01:18 - What Bonnie's Dreams Reveal About Humanity's Future01:09:14 - Miracles, Imagination, and the Power of Belief01:09:47 - Cycles of Darkness01:12:31 - Humanity's Connection to the Sasani Beings01:22:51 - The Mystery of Zero Point Energy and Ancient Technology01:24:30 - Raising Psychic Children and New Earth Teachings01:30:32 - The Challenge of Attracting Broken Souls01:35:24 - The Next Harmonic Convergence for Humanity___________________Guest: Bonni McCliss, Akashic Psychic & Hypnotherapist✦ Website | https://www.psychicbonni.com/✦ Instagram |   / akashicconsciousness  ✦ Facebook |   / bonni.mccliss  ✦ Work With Bonni | https://www.psychicbonni.com/work-wit...✦ Bonni's Book, 'The Other Side of Normal' | https://www.psychicbonni.com/other-si...✦ Legend of Greater Things | https://www.thelegendofgreaterthings....Host: Emilio Ortiz✦ Instagram |   / iamemilioortiz  ✦ Subscribe to YouTube Channel | ‪@EmilioOrtiz‬ ✦ Watch Emilio's latest series on 4biddenknowledge TV l https://bit.ly/AwakenThe6thSense✦ Shop Our Clothing Collection l https://www.unlockedmovement.com/coll...

Join the From the Spirit World crew as they Rewatch Avatar: The Last Airbender almost 20 years later! We'll revisit these incredible episodes while looking back on being fans of Avatar while it was originally airing. We start Book 2 […]

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On today's episode, we file our late review of Netflix's live action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender and answer the following essential questions: * Is this better than the M. Night Shamalan movie?* Did the characters have enough dirty fingernails for Mr. G?* Which character is our Star Student?* Binge or weekly episode release?  Which is better? All this and much much more in an “Avatar State of Mind” episode of The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night.Text or leave a voicemail for the Fandalorians at (631) 494-3632‬Proud Member of the Unfiltered Studios Podcast Network3:20 Eddie is old4:31  Scroogle McDuck is still relevant6:16  Mr. G's Book Corner14:37  The Last Airbender Summary15:16  Last Airbender Review: Likes and Dislikes31:54  Yearbook Quotes: Favorite Line40:16  Funniest Moment52:02  Star Student of the Series54:14  What prop would you steal from the set?55:33  What do we want to see in Season 2 and beyond?1:01:30  Final Grade of AvatarSPONSOR: The Adla Real Estate TeamIf you are buying or selling anywhere in New York from Manhattan to Montauk Point, please call the Adla Real Estate. If you mention "The Fandalorians" you can receive up to $2,000 back at closing. Website: adlarealestateteam.comSPONSOR:  Red Shirt ComicsNeed some comics for yourself, a family member, or a friend on the east end of Long Island.  Are you looking for ways to get your kids into reading?  Visit Red Shirt Comics in Port Jefferson Village.  They got everything you need for comics and fandoms.https://www.redshirtcomics.com/Send all email to Thefandaloriansmailbag@gmail.com all emails will be read on the podcast. Follow us on Twitter at @FandalorainspodAlso follow us on Instagram at fandalorians.podcastMerch at TeePublic https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-fandalorians-teachers-by-day-nerds-by-night

We're headed to Kyoshi Island with Team Avatar. We discuss the changes made to Sokka and how the Avatar State will affect the rest of the series.  -------------------- *Check Out All Our Podcasts!* Geek Freaks Podcast: https://linktr.ee/GeekFreaks Disney Moms Gone Wrong: https://linktr.ee/disneymomsgonewrong Challenge Accepted: https://linktr.ee/challengeacceptedgf Headlines: https://tinyurl.com/2p8bvu6d Level Up!: https://linktr.ee/PushingButtonsPodcast Who's Got Next Game: https://tr.ee/wX3t_vGxdO TrekFreaks: https://linktr.ee/TrekFreaks Geek Freaks Interviews: https://linktr.ee/GeekFreaksInterviews Outlast Podcast: https://linktr.ee/OutlastPodcast Round Three: https://linktr.ee/RoundThree From The Pages: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast -------------------- *Hang Out With Us!* Discord: https://discord.gg/6Jrvyb2 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Twitter: twitter.com/geekfreakspod Facebook: facebook.com/groups/227307812330853/ Instagram: instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast E-mail: thegeekfreakspodcast@gmail.com Twitch: twitch.tv/geekfreakspodcast Site: geekfreakspodcast.com --------------------- *Support Us!* Patreon: https://patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Store: redbubble.com/people/GeekFreaks

The penultimate episode of a near perfect season and the most philosophical. Time for our favorite villain to prepare a Trojan horse and plot a coup. Meanwhile Aang meets an old Guru to help master The Avatar State by unlocking his chakras. What are chakras? You'll have to listen to find out. Follow Billy and Raul on Twitter @MasterOfPuns196 and @raulvaderrdz as well as the main show @SYNSPod --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seeyounextsummerpod/message

As Season 2 begins, big events throw off the dynamic our characters were just starting to settle into. The big Avatar power that can defeat entire armies? It's got a fatal flaw. The family dynamic that will carry this uncle + nephew through their troubles? A new relative comes in and shakes things up. We've got a lot to learn this week! 00:00:00 - Intro 00:13:54 - Episode recap 02:06:33 - Final thoughts Special thanks to Jake Lester for our theme song. Brendan does our artwork- find him on Instagram. Follow us: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram Have a question or comment about the show? Email us at gottarecap@gmail.com and we may read your message on a future episode.

It's been awhile! Sorry it took so long guys! Billy and Raul are back with more Avatar starting Season 2 with The Avatar State. Listen as we get more lore dumping and a fan favorite/important player in the overall series. Follow Billy and Raul on Twitter @MasterOfPuns196 and @raulvaderrdz as well as the main show @SYNSPod --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seeyounextsummerpod/message

Welcome to the Earth Nation! Tales of Aang's Glow-Power have spread across the globe. General Fong says it's time to win the war - so it's time for Aang to fight the Fire Lord. Princess Azula joins the hunt, and Zuko yearns for his lost honor. AJ and I dive into Book 2 Episode 1 and talk power dynamics, culture shocks, sibling rivalries, and kicking rocks. 

Isaac and Caleb return to cover the penultimate episode of book two, as we follow the seperated tales of the Gaang during the events of The Guru. We've got secret infiltrations, we've got bending modulations, we've got Aang learning to master the Avatar State, and Katara learning about our two fire bending buds she hates. This one's got it all folks!  This episode was recorded on Dec. 12th, 2022.   Have you enjoyed our Book Two coverage? Email the show and let us know over at tnebendingtheelements@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @Calebalexader

Welcome back to Ember Island Players, season 2!  To start off Book 2 Julianna and Keerstan discuss the season 2 premiere "The Avatar State"! Want to support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/emberislandplayerspod   Credits: Modern Mythos Network intro and outro written and performed by Sean McNeilly The Ember Island Players theme Music Credit: “Secret Tunnel” by augustodiniz Album Art Credits: Photography: Nick Kizina Hair, Make Up, and Costuming: Julianna Hawke, and Keerstan McGinley Editing: Julianna Hawke Hosts: Julianna Hawke and Keerstand McGinley Producer: Nick Kizina

In today's episode, Amanda and Todd dive into Season 2 of Avatar: The Last Airbender! We share our thoughts on Episodes 1 and 2 - "The Avatar State" and "The Cave of the Two Lovers." FOLLOW US: Twitter: @MilwoodAndMika Instagram: @milwoodandmikapodcast

In Episode 21 of the Crossroads of Destiny podcast, Chad, Andrew, and Melanie talk about Avatar: The Last Airbender Book 2 Chapter 1, “The Avatar State”! Crossroads of Destiny on Apple Podcasts Casting News for Netflix's Live-Action 'ATLA' Adaptation - Uncle Iroh and others Stats Book 2, Chapter 1 “The Avatar State” Directed by: Giancarlo Volpe Written by: Aaron Ehasz, Elizabeth Welch Ehasz, Tim Hedrick, John O'Bryan Aired on: March 17, 2006 Animated by: DR Movie Contact Crossroads of Destiny Phone - 3145-YIPYIP (314-594-7947) Email - xroadspod@gmail.com Twitter - @xroadspod Facebook - http://facebook.com/xroadspod/ Chad Twitter - @chadadada The Cinescope Podcast An American Workplace Podcast Andrew Lol social media Melanie Instagram - @melanieamanda44

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 Earth Kingdom General, Dante has to emotionally process the reality that before Zuko gets to enjoy the demise of Zhao, he's confronted with his fierce and intimidating sister, Azula! Can Dante and Janet reconcile their fear of Azula with their total love of Grey DeLisle? Will she ever appear on Braving the Elements? And will Aang agree to forgo the rest of his training to face Ozai? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a number of stop and starts since we completed Book One, we finally arrive at the beginning of Book Two, with The Avatar State.   This episode was recorded on Apr. 2nd, 2022.    Email the show at tnebendingtheelements@gmail.com or reach out to us on twitter @BendingtheE

The boys get deep talking about their identities, self hatred, pet peeves, male vulnerability, and much more with their very first special guest mediator!00:00 With the rise of Asian hate in America, how do we confront our own self hatred and identities as Asian Americans?16:28 Are you proud to be Asian?26:41 What are our pet peeves?55:25 Male friendship, toxic masculinity, male vulnerability64:21 What advice would you give to those who do not have a strong support system?@moreboredhouse on Instagram. Support us at patreon.com/boredhouse  Visit us at www.bored.house Support the show@moreboredhouse on Instagram. Support us at patreon.com/boredhouse Visit us at www.bored.house

“Father regrets? He.. wants me back?” Welcome to our REACTION & REVIEW segment! Obvi you're here for some bald headed b*tches! This will not be like regular “Moment” episodes, so we're just going to do a quick check-in and then start the convo. In episode uno, “The Avatar State", team avatar traveling to Omashi and stop at an Earth Kingdom base to be escorted, while there they meet General Fong and he suggests Aang to trigger the avatar state to defeat the Fire Lord. Then things get messy. Meanwhile Zuko and Uncle Iroh are on the run and are tracked down by Zuko's egomaniac sister, Azula. Every Friday we are covering all of Book Two of the animated series of Avatar: The Last Airbender on Netflix. But every Wednesday we rotate between 3 segments called: Thotful Moment, Double Feature and some Science Sh*t! —————————————————— FOLLOW US on INSTAGRAM @HomoInTraining Find us on Facebook! LIKE & FOLLOW our page! EMAIL us your drunk stories: HomoInTrainingPodcast@gmail.com —————————————————— Music Credit: Jazzy Abstract Beat by Coma-Media —————————————————— --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/homointraining/message

Zak Mohamed and Jacob Redmon go fully into the Avatar State as they recap part 3 and 4 of the finale of Avatar the Last Airbender! The post AANG IN THERE: Book 3 Episodes 20 + 21: Sozin's Comet Parts 3 + 4 appeared first on PostShowRecaps.com.

Zak Mohamed and Jacob Redmon go fully into the Avatar State as they recap part 3 and 4 of the finale of Avatar the Last Airbender! The post AANG IN THERE: Book 3 Episodes 20 + 21: Sozin's Comet Parts 3 + 4 appeared first on PostShowRecaps.com.

Avatar: The Last Podcasters' review of The Legend of Korra Book 3: Change, Chapter 13 "Venom of the Red Lotus." Chris: @objective_geek Shawn: @ShawnSchaller, ShawnSchaller.com Facebook: facebook.com/AvatarTheLastPodcasters/ Also, you can now connect directly with the show on Instagram and Twitter, @last_podcasters #AvatarTheLastAirbender #AvatarStudios #ParamountPlus #Netflix #Nickelodeon #LegendofKorra #Viacom #Paramount

This week, we have a great discussion about how loss impacts characters in ATLA and LOK. We look at Iroh's journey, Katara and Zuko's relationship, Aang(/Rava?) responding with the Avatar State, Korra losing her connection to past lives, and so much more! Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! And, if you really enjoy our content, consider becoming one of our amazing patrons and get even more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines. Every dollar helps keep the podcast sustainable! Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com

This week we're back at Avatar! With the episodes The Avatar State, The Cave of Two Lovers, Return to Omashu and The Swamp! 

Grab your bison, because we're back for Season 2 of Avatar: The First Viewing! In this episode, Aang learns glimpses his past incarnations, and we finally meet Azula. As hinted at, Azula firebends blue fire. In spanish, azul means blue. Eli calls himself an expert and didn't realize this until the season 1 finale. This is episode 20 of Avatar: The First Viewing, the podcast where two first time viewers and a series veteran watch Avatar: The Last Airbender from start to finish. We go episode by episode to recount Aang's story. If you're a fan of ATLA or The Legend of Korra — or are watching for the first time — join us as we recount the series!

Ryan and Dylan are joined by Nik Lyon to talk about the first half of season two of Avatar the Last Airbender. Time Stamps: 1. News: 0:00:55 2. Box Office Breakdown: 0:02:48 3. Box Office Predictions: 0:04:44 4. Book Two Opening Discussion: 0:07:10 5. The Avatar State: 0:26:02 6. The Cave of Two Lovers: 0:36:20 7. Return to Omashu: 0:44:48 8. The Swamp: 0:54:35 9. Avatar Day: 0:58:17 10. The Blind Bandit: 1:06:42 11. Zuko Alone: 1:17:38

We interrupt your moderately scheduled program once again to bring you this season 2 review. Landon and Michael discuss season 2 as a single piece of entertainment and highlight their favorite episodes. Landon chooses The Avatar State and The Library, while Michael chooses Return to Omashu and Zuko Alone. Join the conversation at avatarfancast@gmail.com

Landon and Michael debate what it means to reach the Avatar State and if Aang even did. Then, they discuss the hypotheticals of Zuko's choices, the effect Azula has on people, unlikely character pairings, and what exactly is "letting go of Katara". So, just take the bear and let Landon and Michael decide what is wrong with the Dai Li. Join the conversation at avatarfancast@gmail.com

Pants are an illusion, just like death! Veda and Christina discuss submarines, our favorite battle scenes in movies, and the Avatar State in part one of this two part episode. Remember to leave a review and subscribe! Thanks for listening. Follow us on Instagram at @only_the_avatar_podcast and Email us at onlytheavatarpodcast@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/onlytheavatar/support

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'The Avatar State' the first chapter of Book Two 'Earth'. Plus Zuko gets a new nickname.

**SPOILERS FOR AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER, THE LEGEND OF KORRA, AND THE RISE OF KYOSHI** Secret tunnelllllll! Hello, hello! We are back with our episode recaps with Season 2 of Avatar: the Last Airbender! Subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive bonus content at patreon.com/theavatarhourpodcast Follow us on social media to stay up to date on new episodes! Facebook: The Avatar Hour Podcast (@theavatarhourpodcast) Instagram: @theavatarhourpodcast Twitter: @avatarhour And if you would like to follow the hosts on Twitter: Andre: @heyits_andre Kayla: @kayla__gagnon

Season 2 kicks off with detailed discussions of character progression, plot setups, and shifting power dynamics. However, for Michael it all boils down to Iroh's shell collecting being a testament to his chillness.

BREAKING NEWS: Ba Sing Se has fallen It's a wild wild week at the Four Nations report! Avatar Aang meets up with a spiritual leader named Guru Pathik in an effort to master the Avatar State. However, things hit a snag when Aang is asked to sacrifice something dear to him. Sokka finally connects with his dad, Hakoda. Toph makes a metal breaking discovery. All the while, Azula, Ty Lee, and Mai infiltrate the Earth Kingdom and wreak some major havoc. By episode's end, the landscape of the world of Avatar has dramatically changed. Find us online at: www.fournationsreport.com and www.twitter.com/4nationsreport

Avatar State of Emergency No rest for the weary this week when the gang heads back to the Earth Kingdom, where General Fong is waiting for them. Fong believes that the Avatar State is the key to defeating the fire nation and he'll do anything to coax it out of Aang. Meanwhile, Iroh and Zuko run into a dangerous new foe, Zuko's younger sister Azula We tried something different this week and added a spoiler section. Let us know what you think on Twitter! FIND US ON THE WEB: http://www.fournationsreport.com http://www.twitter.com/4nationsreport http://www.twitter.com/marth_vader http://www.twitter.com/colbycomplains http://www.twitter.com/portlyislandboy

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No, not that blue alien movie! The Nerds discuss the landmark animated series/universe of “Avatar The Last Airbender”! Their favorite episodes, characters quotes, moments and more are discussed as well as the follow up series “The Legend Of Korra”, and much maligned live action film! The Best Damn Nerd Show is a part of the ten/o Media Network! Please check out our website on http://www.ten-o.gg for ways to support this show and many others!

In this episode, we discuss our character study of Katara from the show “Avatar the Last Airbender”. Katara has a bad rep among viewers, but we're here to expIain why she was one of the most well written characters in the ATLA universe. Here's to our favorite “sweaty stinky genius”, the standby Mom of Team Avatar, Aang's Avatar State therapist, and the only reason why Team Avatar's bones aren't rotting in the desert right now.

Podcast: This week on the Mystical Positivist, we speak in the studio with LGBTQ+ community leader and Kundalini Yoga practitioner, Jacob Rudolph. Jacob Rudolph made international headlines in 2013 when a video of him coming out in front of more than 300 of his classmates went viral with over 2,000,000 views on YouTube. Soon after, Jacob was featured on national TV interviews with Anderson Cooper, Thomas Roberts on MSNBC, Don Lemon on CNN, and with Joy Behar, as well as in the LA Times and other print media. Inspired to continue speaking up, Jacob successfully assisted local civil rights groups that same year in passing a state law that bans conversion therapy on LGBTQ youth in New Jersey. Since then, he has been selected for the Point Foundation Scholarship, the John Lewis Fellowship for diversity and activist change, and was selected as the student commencement speaker at his college graduation-- University of Miami, 2017. He currently serves as the Executive Director of The Pride Network, which offers young LGBTQ+ leaders opportunities for personal transformation and professional development to create change within themselves and in our communities. Jacob is also known as Manush Baldr, a name given to him by his spiritual teachers Trinity Devi and Sotantar Suraj. Founded by Master Gong Avatar, Sotantar Suraj, in Newport Beach, CA, the Gong Avatar Academy is a growing community around the world. In addition to the original community in CA, the GAA has also expanded to the East Coast with trainings in Miami, FL led by Trinity Devi and in Switzerland led by Sekhmet Mera. Through a process of direct apprenticeship, Jacob has dived into a journey of self-study of the Force Within and in All. Using the Gong as a mirror, Jacob studies and applies ancient and modern practices to awaken himself within the matrix, using the principles of nature and the universe, sound and vibration to enjoy the totality of who we are. The Gong Avatar Academy is a journey towards Awareness and Self-Empowerment; raising participants in consciousness as individuals and collectively; discovering a beyond mastery state; commanding and accepting all our thoughts, emotions, feelings and actions; cultivating the Avatar State; and embracing the One and the All. Jacob/Manush is a loving friend, spiritual student, and a passionate advocate for LGBTQ empowerment as the foundation of a compassionate American society. More information about Jacob Rudolph/Manush Baldr's work can be found at: The Pride Network Website: www.thepridenetwork.org, The Gong Avatar Academy Website: gongavataracademy.com,

We put it off as long as we could, but the time has finally come. This week we conclude our journey through the Legend of Korra, and mark the end of The Avatar State (for now?). There are a lot of feels and emotions and laughs – everything we've had so much of through two […]

It's an important week for our podcast as the learn the origin of our namesake – the Avatar State! We meet the first Avatar, realized that Varrick isn't as nice as he seems, and give all of our characters new jobs. Check out the full shownotes below: Listener Answers Discussion of the following episodes from […]

Bloodbending! Who is Amon? Why is Lin Beifong so perfect? And OMG GENERAL IROH! All this and more on another episode of The Avatar State! Check out the full shownotes below: Listener Answers Discussion of the following episodes from The Legend of Korra – Book 1: Air: -When Extremes Meet -Out of the Past -Turning […]

The Avatar State is back! We've returned to watch and discuss the follow up to Avatar: The Last Airbender! Starting with this episode, we'll be discussing The Legend of Korra in its entirety. We're so excited to go on this new journey and continue the format of ATLA; two hosts who have seen the show […]

This week, a break between seasons of The Legend of Korra means a return to the days of old as we look at the fourth collection of the Dark Horse Comics Avatar: The Last Airbender series, Volume 4: Smoke and Shadow. Having reunited with his long lost mother Ursa, Zuko returns with her to the Fire Nation Capital City (which really needs a name) and wackiness ensues, some of which serves to remind us that Avatar has actually really always been the Zuko Show. Even with mom back in the picture daddy (and uncle) issues continue to dominate the story. Mai, Ty Lee, and Suki finally get some much-needed page time, even as we lose Katara and Sokka (and the comic relief that Sokka provides). We discuss how relevant this volume feels today with its look at totalitarianism and the struggle to balance security and freedom. And Azula is back and feelin' good with a brand new Sisterhood of Evil Mental Patients in tow.    Speaking of character development, Arlo finally achieves his own Avatar State as a podcaster. And Eric makes a Hamilton reference! I'm Paul Smith and you're listening to All Benders Considered on NPR.*    (*) Not really, but…yeah.    Next: the end is coming. This is it, we begin our exploration of the final season of The Legend of Korra with Book Four: Balance. We're kicking it off with chapters 401, “After All These Years,” 402, “Korra Alone,” and 403, “The Coronation.” (And we are so deeply, deeply sorry for Arlo's predictions on what those episodes will be about.)     The Breakdown Intro / Banter (00:00 - 08:15) LISTENER MAIL! (08:15 - 18:30) Main Topic (18:30 - 2:08:08) Outro / Next (2:08:08 - 2:13:00)

We've finally made it. Zuko vs Azula. Katara vs Azula. Aang and the Firelord. We share our thoughts on the final two episodes of Avatar: The Last Airbender and conclude the first part of The Avatar State journey. Check out the full shownotes below: Summary and thoughts on Sozin's Comet Part 1: Into the Inferno […]

This week on The Avatar Returns we explore the gritty Miller and Mazzucchelli masterpiece, Avatar: Year One. Okay, not really. But we are talking about The Legend of Korra two-parter "Beginnings," which like the classic graphic novel mentioned above explores origins, in this case the origin of the Avatar State itself. We are introduced to Wan, the lovable riff-raff street rat with the heart of gold, who would ultimately go on to mess the world up in a pretty big way, and in turn become the first Avatar in order to just hold everything together. In other words, we learn that the Avatar is a bandaid.  Harmonic Convergence is almost upon us, and it's a plot device 10,000 years in the making! Can Studio Mir save us? Or perhaps the Grumpy Carrot spirit is our hero? Is Vaatu the Unalaq of spirits? Tune in to find out. Next: Book Two nears it's world-altering end as we discuss chapters 209-211, "The Guide," "A New Spiritual Age," and "Night of a Thousand Stars."     The Breakdown Intro / Banter (00:00 - 03:10) Main Topic (03:10 - 1:22:40) Outro / Next (1:22:40 - 1:25:16)

Frozen frogs, volcanic doom, and love in the air. It's a big week on The Avatar State! We finally get to discuss one of the most memorable episodes of the series in The Blue Spirit, and visit a fortuneteller who stirs up some new romantic feelings. Expect epic battles, deep questions, and plenty of shipping […]

The Winter Solstice is upon us! This week we get our first look at the mysterious Spirit World and Roku, the Avatar before Aang. Join us as we meet Hei Bai, follow a captured Uncle Iroh, and travel into the Fire Nation! Welcome to the fourth episode of The Avatar State! Check out the full shownotes […]

This week we take trips to the Southern Air Temple and Kyoshi Island! We see first appearances from Commander Zhao and Momo, and get glimpses into Aang's past. Meanwhile, Zuko duels a master, Iroh has a sick burn, and best of all – NO PANTS NEEDED! Welcome to the second episode of The Avatar State! […]

Welcome to the first episode of The Avatar State! On this week's show, we discuss “The Boy in the Iceberg” and “The Avatar Returns”. Check out the full shownotes below: Summary and thoughts on The Boy in the Iceberg. Summary and thoughts on The Avatar Returns. Discussion Points: Introduction to Sokka and Katara First impressions […]

The Earth Kingdom has fallen. Avatar: The Last Airbender Book Two comes to its Earth Kingdom-shattering conclusion. In chapter 219, "The Guru," Aang zips right through chakra training to master his Avatar State, but can't quite close the deal as he is drawn back into helping his friends. Then, in chapter 220, "The Crossroads of Destiny," Azula ruins everyone's lives. Seriously. She lies, she manipulates, she shoots blue fire like she's a jet engine. Things look slightly less dire when we're reminded that Toph is the greatest earthbender in the world. (And don't you dunderheads ever forget it!) But then Aang gets burned. And Zuko takes possibly the darkest, most tragic turn in the entire series.    But hey, we talk about comics, so it's not all doom and gloom. (Although AJ isn't nice about them, so maybe it is.)    Perfection and power are overrated. I think you were very wise to choose listening to this podcast.   Next: the final season of Avatar begins as we get into Book Three: Fire! We discuss chapter 301, "The Awakening," and 302, "The Headband."     The Breakdown Intro / Banter (00:00 - 17:00) Main Topic (17:00 - 1:16:15) Outro / Next (1:16:15 - 1:18:25)

Sleep deprivation, unpopular opinions about lava, and oblique references to midichlorian-bending take us into the Holiday season and mark the beginning of our journey through Avatar Book Two: Earth. The chapters guiding us this week are 201-203, “The Avatar State,” “The Cave of Two Lovers,” and “Return to Omashu.” It's definite hard to follow the explosive finale to Book One we discussed last time, but these three chapters give us some truly great moments with Zuko and Iroh, including the proper introduction to the REAL bad seed of Zuko's family. There's also a new twist on firebending, the Joseph Campbellian hero's sewer journey, and the boys officially join the fandom by debating that kiss.    Oh, and there's that whole Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon thing.    Next: three more chapters, including what Paul and Eric agree is one of the big ones. We will explore 204-206, “The Swamp,” “Avatar Day,” and “The Blind Bandit.”   The Breakdown Intro / Banter (00:00 - 09:00) Main Topic (09:00 - 1:12:43) Outro / Next (1:12:43 - 1:15:28)    

The boys are back, closing out the first season of Avatar: The Last Airbender discussing chapters 18-20, “The Waterbending Master,” “The Siege of the North, Part 1,” and “The Siege of the North, Part 2.” Our intrepid heroes have finally reached the Norther Water Tribe, but their troubles have only begun. Cheer as Katara kicks some misogynist butt! Shudder at the horror that is Koh, the Face Stealer! Gasp at the fishy power of Koizilla! And run in terror from…Paul singing?   (You have been warned.)   Next: We kick off Book Two - Earth with chapters 1-3, “The Avatar State,” “The Cave of the Two Lovers,” and “Return to Omashu.”   The Breakdown Intro / Banter (00:00 - 07:52) Main Topic (07:52 - 1:05:48) Outro / Next (1:05:48 - 1:08:19)