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!
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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 i
Oct 12 2021 49 min
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!”
Oct 5 2021 53 min
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 Direct
Sep 28 2021 43 min
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
Sep 21 2021 1 h 05 min
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 rev
Sep 14 2021 37 min
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 underst
Sep 7 2021 44 min
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
Aug 31 2021 1 h 01 min
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, w
Aug 24 2021 1 h 07 min
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
Aug 17 2021 29 min
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, s
Aug 10 2021 48 min
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 o
Aug 3 2021 31 min
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
Aug 3 2021 32 min
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 h
Jul 27 2021 58 min
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 jo
Jul 20 2021 49 min
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 t
Jul 13 2021 37 min
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, A
Jul 6 2021 51 min
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, w
Jun 29 2021 48 min
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! Thi
Jun 25 2021 52 min
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 re
Jun 22 2021 1 h 03 min
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
Jun 14 2021 1 min
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I have rewatched this show many times. But getting to listen to the hosts Janet Varney and Dante Basco walkthrough the episodes and give insight on writing, acting, and music is so enjoyable!
Teazzzzzzz · Jan 2026
Look, I love Dante Basco as much as any ATLA fan. He’s iconic, he’s funny and he and Janet Varney have wonderful chemistry. But, IMHO he isn’t the best choice for a podcast as a platform. He often repeats himself, makes repetitive jokes and veers off track. I find it hard to enjoy certain guests because Dante can slow things down. Janet is a great host, she often takes lead and keeps the show on track. But at the same time I noticed she has to reel Dante in to focus on the episode contents.
I’m very excited for Varney to host The Legend of Korra podcast. I’m realllllly hoping they bring on another co-host. Perhaps someone from Korra, maybe even Seychelle Gabriel if she’s willing! Korra is a heavy show with lots of serious talking points. I recall Dante saying he’s never even watched all 4 seasons.
I’m hopeful! But I’m also such a huge fan that I’ll listen either way.
Lindsssann · Oct 2024
Janet and Dante are incredible in every way, and this podcast has been a staple in my life since it began. Janet and Dante tease out every moment of hilarity, sadness, and overall significance while bringing wonderful guest that always add another dimension to an already vibrant conversation. Janet and Dante love this world just as much as fans, and this podcast is perfect evidence of that fact.
LiClaire · Aug 2024
I recently finally joined the ATLAB fandom and find the hype completely deserved! I needed more as soon as I finished watching and this podcast delivers. Dante and Janet are so wholesome, knowledgeable, and willing to learn. I really enjoy their perspectives and the variety of segments they bring to the show. Great podcast to dive deeper into the lore and get to know the why and how behind the characters and story. Plus so fun to hear Zuko’s voice breaking down the show details! Love it and highly recommend.
MsMiaMittens · Aug 2024
I adore JV for trying to hold this podcast down so well but the over use of guests who have nothing to do with the series is painful, especially when they can’t even get basic facts or storylines straight. Also the volume shift to commercials is VERY loud, it legitimately hurts my ears when commercials come in. Please just keep guests to people who actually worked on the franchise. Please ❤️
ToInfinityAndBeyonce · Nov 2025
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