Bending the Elements: An Avatar Podcast

Episode 57: The Southern Raiders

Bending the Elements continues through last few chapters of book three, as we arrive at The Southern Raiders. For any fans of other feed, The Novice Elitists Film Podcast, you'll know that Caleb has a deep love for revenge films. How will his affections for the genre enter into the discussion as Zuko takes Katara on a road of vengeance? Join Caleb and Isaac as they dive deep into the discussion.

 

This episode was recorded on Sept. 18th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 56: The Boiling Rock (Part 1 & 2)

It's Saturday, and you know what that means, it's time for TNE's Bending the Elements to return to the continuing adventures of Aang and the Gaang as they wade their way through Book Three, this time taking a step back and focusing on a duo we haven't seen much of before. Sokka is on the hunt to track down his captured father, and now that they have an ex-fire nation Prince on the roster, Sokka recruits Zuko to help him narrow down the location his father's being held in. Will the awkward dynamic between these two come to a head in this two-parter? Or will the bonds of friendship solidify as they're put to the test?! Join us as we discuss The Boiling Rock and find out!

 

This episode was recorded on Sept. 2nd, 2023. 

Episode 55: The Fire Bending Masters

Bending the Elements return as Aang finally begins his journey as a fire bending student! But before he can get his training underway, Zuko has found himself having some difficulties with his own bending prowess. Can a visit to the original fire bending masters help things get back on track? Join Isaac and Caleb as they journey along with the BoomerAangs and find out.

 

This episode was recorded on August 14th, 2023.

 

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Episode 54: The Western Air Temple

Bending the Elements returns as Caleb and Isaac continue their journey through book three, now joining up with the Gaang as they arrive at The Western Air Temple. And following on their heels is everybody's favorite Heel turned Babyface, Prince Zuko. How will his effects to join up with the Boomeraangs play out? Only one way to find out...

 

This episode was recorded on June 24th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 53: The Day of the Black Sun (Part 1 & 2)

The BTE Journey continues as the boys dive into the mid-season finale, The Day of the Black Sun! There's action, there's pathos, we've got a chase, a mystery, and a betrayal? This thing's got it all! Will your boys be impressed with the epic conclusion to Sokka's big plan? Find out now!

 

This episode was recorded on July 10th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 52: Nightmares and Daydreams

The time has nearly arrived for the Day of the Black Sun, and the as the Gaang prepare to meet it, Aang has suddenly been struck with some pre-test Jitters. The Gaang try to lend a hand, and your hosts also try to give Aang some encouragement. Will they get through to everybody's favorite Avatar? Or will be stuck in a nightmare limbo? Find out now!

 

This episode was recorded on June 26th, 2023.

 

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Episode 51: The Puppetmaster

The boys are back on the case investigating yet another troubled fire nation village. They've arrived with the Gaang in a town overtaken with a wash of missing people, and while Sokka is leading an investigation of his own, Caleb and Isaac decided to bring on a detective colleague that's joined them once previously on their Avatar journey. Johnny returns after previously discussing the book one story, The Waterbending Master, this time for yet another episode focused on waterbending. What will they think of this horror tinged episode? Find out now!

 

This episode was recorded on June 19th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 50: The Runaway

Isaac and Caleb are back following Team Avatar as they make yet another unscheduled stop on their journey through the fire nation, this time in a town where Toph soon gains some infamy. With the team finding themselves in need of some quick cash, Toph turns to a life of crime! This one's got it all folks! Action! Suspense? Familial drama, and a cameo by a much beloved character performer! What will your hosts think of this follow up to The Avatar and the Firelord? Find out now!

 

This episode was recorded on May 8th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 49: The Avatar and the Firelord

Isaac and Caleb are once again returning to the wide world of Avatar: the Last Airbender, this time taking a trip down memory lane as we learn the histories of Avatar Roku and (ex) Firelord Sozin, and the hidden nature of the friendship and betrayal. What will your hosts think of this fan favorite episode? ▶️...

 

This episode was recorded on May 8th, 2023. 

 

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Episode 48: The Beach

Caleb and Isaac are not only returning to their trip through Book Three, but also their trip to The Beach as summer has just about arrived for your pair of hosts. But as a bit of serendipity, summer has also arrived for our quartette of villains as Zuko and the Azula Attack Squad also take a trip to some sandy shores, as they come to the Ember Islands. Tensions bloom, as emotional development flowers. What will your hosts think of this one? Find out now! 

 

This episode was recorded on May 8th, 2023. 

 

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