Episode 195: Making Mistborn ( feat. Paladin Creative )

Episode 195: Making Mistborn ( feat. Paladin Creative )

From Cosmere Conversations by Tyler Shotwell & Brooke Silva

February 3, 2026 · 4h 3m

About this episode

Brooke and Tyler discuss the making of the Mistborn Worldhopper Ball with Brandon and Monika Finn from Paladin Creative.

Brooke and Tyler are joined by Brandon and Monika Finn of Paladin Creative and creators of the Worldhopper Ball 2025! Down your metal vials and put on your copperminds to prepare for a behind-the-scenes look at how the Mistborn Worldhopper Ball was made. We discuss how the show went from idea to reality, the difficulty of building in the Grand Ballroom, and how the cast and show team put on the biggest party ever at Dragonsteel Nexus. #AllSpoilers All episodes are available on Youtube and feature the work of Cosmere artists. However, this episode has additional exclusive footage and images from Paladin Creative and the Worldhopper Ball. Available here The Client: @DragonsteelBooks @BrandSanderson Event Production & Design: @paladincreative The Cast Kelsier: @kaleogriffith Hoid: @jacksondauthor Vin: @ryannrinabailey Elend Venture: @jacksupertoast Sazed: @danor.gerald Shan Elariel: @withsincerity_emilywhitcomb Steel Ministry: @Michael.carrasco.771, @christianljohnston, @cschneider19, @valoramaccallum Aerialists Vin: @sophiaisdunn Shan Elariel: @mooolyka Hazekillers: @ambiwextrous, @megz.aerialist, @lostboy_33, @pkhiggie, @maverick_roskelley Ballroom Dancers Ballroom Teachers…

People in this episode

Hosts: Brooke, Tyler

Guests: Monika Finn, Brandon Finn

Topics covered

  • Mistborn
  • Worldhopper Ball
  • Dragonsteel Nexus
  • event production
  • behind-the-scenes

Keywords

  • Cosmere
  • Dragonsteel Books
  • Paladin Creative
  • event design

Mentioned in this episode

Products: the Worldhopper Ball 2025, the Mistborn Worldhopper Ball, Worldhopper Ball

Books & works: Making Mistborn, Radiant

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