ATLA Shrugged: The Avatar the Last Airbender Podcast

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!After Appa leaves a trail of fur clumps, Iroh teaches Zuko about his vast ocean of chi, and Aang finally MOVES THAT BOULDER, Sokka cashes in some vacation hours to pursue Knowledge. Stored in a centuries-lost Library guarded by the big owl himself, Wan Shi Tong, there's got to be at least one map of the Fire Nation – right? Sokka lies because he believes he's justified, despite their spirit guide's distrust of human intentions. But books and scrolls get sidelined when Sokka uncovers "the darkest day in Fire Nation history" is written in the stars – and coming soon! Looks like the "Moon Problem" could give Aang the edge he needs to face the Fire Lord. Intelligence gathered, Toph holds the fort long enough for GAang to escape Wan Shi Tong's talons... but her sand-blown senses prevent her saving Appa from those pesky sandbenders! With their furry-friend/means-of-travel captured, Team Avatar's is left stranded in the desert. May Professor Zei rest in peace.

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!AJ and Kailey give their honest reviews of Netflix's Live-Action Avatar the Last Airbender after binge-watching the eight-episode adapted series.

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!Zuko looks for honor in all the wrong places. The Earth nation has room for all sorts - except for folks who play with fire. Flashbacks teach us about an ideal mother, a twisted sister, and a sinister second son with ambitions too big for his britches. What exactly happened to shake up the line of succession? The Prince of Angst may have a good handle on his twin blades, but he's got a lot to learn before he's ready to save anyone... but we believe, Zuko has room to grow. 

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!It's Fight Night at Earth Rumble 6! The Gaang arrives in a new city looking to get schooled in rock kicking. Aang is not impressed with Master Yu's teaching at the local bender academy, so the team follows a lead to the Pro Earthbending Ring. The Boulder knocks out the likes of Big Bad Hippo and Fire Nation Man, but then gets pummeled by the reigning Champion—THE BLIND BANDIT! Aang knows Toph is the teacher he's been searching for, but her richy-rich parents, the Beifongs, ain't having it. Even after Toph puts the smack down on a whole band of Earthbending pros, her dad can't see she's a total rock prodigy. But now that her true prowess is out in the open, Toph's gonna follow those good vibrations and offer her tutelage to the twinkle-toed Avatar. 

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!Gaang gets lost in the swamp. After seeing visions of loved ones lost (and persons unknown), tackling a swamp monster, roasting possum chicken with some newfound kinfolk, and embracing the interconnectivity of all living things, Team Avatar returns to familiar lands. Meanwhile, Zuko isn't yet jiving with his new refugee lifestyle, so he dons a blue mask and nabs a fancy-shmancy tea set for the Dragon of the West. Aang reckons with rumors his past life committed murder and gets thrown in jail. Sokka sets to sleuthing without his trusty boomerang. Can Aang step into some very large boots and clear the good Avatar name, or will he be boiled in oil to a crispy golden brown? We'll see in this special two-in-one episode so we can all get on to THE BLIND BANDIT already :)

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!Omashu's been overrun by some Fire Nation thugs. While Azula recruits her former schoolmates to hunt down Zuko, the city comes down with an entirely curable case of Pentapox. Momo kidnaps a baby by accident, and Aang learns there's power in doing absolutely nothing. "New Ozai" is thrill ride of chutes and ladders, plus some chin bending from our favorite Earthbending King.

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!"What kinda people are ya?" Team Avatar meets a band of nomads who've traveled the world through the power of song. Chong & crew say they say they've heard of a SECRET TUNNEL—a way through the mountain to reach Omashu! So curse be danged, Gaang lets love lead the way. Meanwhile, Iroh mistakes White Jade for White Dragon and brews a poisonous tea, leaving Zuko to seek help from a local Earth Nation herbalist who brings him face to face with the wages of his father's war. With the Fire Nation hot on everyone's heels, the Cave of Two Lovers uncovers the legendary power of trusting one another, plus some wolf bats and badger moles.

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!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. 

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!SEASON FINALE SPECIAL DOUBLE EPISODEEVERYTHING CHANGED WHEN THE FIRE NATION ATTACKED... Praise the Moon and Ocean Spirits! We're on top of the world in the two-part finale of Avatar the Last Airbender's first original season.In this very special, feature-length episode of the UNofficial Avatar podcast to the stars: Katara's newfound powers win her a Personal Pan Pizza...Sokka and Yue finally get some time alone (would it kill ya to go on a date with the poor guy?)... Fire Navy ships are equipped to whip...Zhao loses the script...Aang has an out of body experience....Uncle Iroh is, just the best, I mean the absolute best and I have boxes and boxes of proofThis episode of ATLA Shrugged inspired by, but in no way sponsored by: Oreo cookies, makers of Double-Stuft Oreo cookies, which are regarded by scholars to have served as the inspiration for the timeless classic 'Oreo The Most Stuf 3oz 12 Count Package.'

Love ATLA Shrugged? Let us know for a shoutout on our next episode!Would y'all get off Appa's back? It's time to praise the Moon and Ocean Spirits because we've FINALLY arrived at the Northern Water Tribe! Sokka finds love in city of Ice-Venice, Aang gets a real Waterbending Master, and Katara proves that girls can fight too.  Commander Buzz-Kill tries to assassinate the banished Prince but gets outwitted again. Will the Fire Nation fleet succeed in defeating the power of the North? This is the penultimate episode of our first season - Next time we tackle "The Siege of the North" Parts 1 & 2.