Emily: I hope we never get to the size of Google. Brandon: Evil little laugh 😂😂😂
@gizzardgizzard35834 ай бұрын
I don't think they will get to google size, because if they did they'd have to be completely immoral. In order to be a billionaire or run a billionaire company you have to be evil and I don't think brandon is thankfully.
@elisabethm96554 ай бұрын
This history lesson is fascinating. As the mom of one of your earliest employees, I’m incredibly grateful for the existence of Dragonsteel. Thank you for just doing this so well and being so open about who and what you are. You’ve not only manifested your own dreams but enabled so many others to fulfill their own creative dreams and also support a family.You might not have known ‘what’ you were doing, but your fundamental integrity and talent has fueled an incredible organization. Thank you❤ Also, you guys are just plain real …and nice, too.😊
@Shawnbob824 ай бұрын
Love this so much
@joeybelasco4 ай бұрын
Aww I love this
@andrewberenson57174 ай бұрын
Emily is the real life Navani. When Emily was describing that she likes to know the inner workings of things, I immediately thought of Navani.
@boogz23814 ай бұрын
“IDK how to do this, find somebody who does and ask lots of questions.” Navani.
@FirstOfTheMagi4 ай бұрын
Absolutely agree lol Navani has to be based off of her at least subconsciously
@thomaslee44824 ай бұрын
He said in a recent stream she was.
@kristobin84514 ай бұрын
"How's that Dan"- Brandon "Excuse me?"- Ben
@bibliophilecb4 ай бұрын
Hearing from Emily is always such a treat! She has such an engaging way of talking about things and it’s so interesting hearing her perspective.
@julide274 ай бұрын
Emily is just such a lovely human being! So fun to hear her side of everything. 🥳
@quasibrodo9234 ай бұрын
As someone who's suffered from depression in the past, I really feel for Dan. I wish him the best.
@thetrashman19054 ай бұрын
I know I'm late to the party, but Emily has the PERFECT voice for Navani.
@steverestless92024 ай бұрын
Glitter Era Brandon looks like he is just DARING an Allomancer to attack him.
@willowpackerthestoryteller1354 ай бұрын
Actually, does glitter have metals in it? I thought it was plastic. That chain on the other hand...
@Thrawn903 ай бұрын
Just realized I basically live within a 10 minute drive of them and have been walking by the DragonSteel warehouse on my evening walks for the past 3 years. Never really realized just how "local" this whole operation was to me. Bought the leatherbound collection and was curious where it would be shipping from. Could literally just grab a bag and walk over to the warehouse to pick them up lol. (Won't of course, that's not how it works)
@inkthinker4 ай бұрын
2008! But yep, right at the bleeding leading edge of Stormlight. 2020 was when I started doing full-time stuff. Best job ever. ;)
@DisneyBatchman4 ай бұрын
Very cool to kind of 'meet' Emily in depth, and to hear some of the thought process going on. And to hear the story of how this all came together. And to see a place where both sides realize it can't/couldn't happen without the other side, too. Yes, Brandon is the visionary, and the one who creates the worlds, but Emily provides the support that allows it to happen. It's like Disney wouldn't have happened without Walt creating things ... but it also wouldn't have happened without Roy managing to provide the financing. An amazing group of people, all the way around!
@kaysterae4 ай бұрын
Hi Emily!! Good to see you! Hope you feel better soon, Dan!!!
@Kritigri4 ай бұрын
I really appreciate this podcast episode! It's wild to hear just how this chaotic whirlwind was tempered into Dragonsteel. Sounds like it's been SO much work.
@smartestprimate52134 ай бұрын
Emily: I normally don't look like this. Brandon: *giggle* It's working for him.
@MattViklund4 ай бұрын
Love this. Brando, the phantom cubical caught me. I should have been quicker... maybe if I had a wonderful eternal companion like you, I'd have found the strength to do so. Emily, you are the reason Brandon is successful. Never forget that.
@ericeilersen4 ай бұрын
This was WONDERFUL! Emily is such a gem, and learning about the history of the company was absolutely fascinating. I don't always have time to fit in the podcasts, but this was fantastic.
@dawesome_sauce4 ай бұрын
I'd love to see photos from early Dragonsteel days as a start up.
@jaime64004 ай бұрын
This was SO FASCINATING. Thank you so much for sharing!
@melissanormandeau54364 ай бұрын
This is my favorite so far, those two are cool to watch as a supportive team. I loved hearing about the origins of the company. You guys created something special and fans thank you for all the unique products and stories. Cheers from Idaho!
@Avid_Reader4 ай бұрын
An origin story for the ages! Thank you for this. I could watch this type of video all day long.
@alexanderloeb4 ай бұрын
Google: Don’t be evil. Vin: I'm not a good or a bad person, I'm just here to kill things.
@ceinwenchandler47164 ай бұрын
Oooh, that's perfect :)
@mlouis74 ай бұрын
No one starts off evil. Its when the bank occult gives you an option if you want bank funds anymore when you reach the occult levels. It's a business social credit bank occult system . They all use the same symbols and numbers everywhere to pledge alleigence. You must do these things to keep the bank funds .
@SunRayz3r3 ай бұрын
Emily and Brandon are so cute together! Their blend of responsibility, communication, humor, and just interactiveness is something that I and think others aspire to. What an amazing pair! 😊❤
@TheErkTube4 ай бұрын
We love you Dan
@AuroraSchmidt4 ай бұрын
I loved this video so much! It’s amazing to hear how much work by Emily and other goes into everything! And how visionary the whole company is!
@valeskaarnesen12954 ай бұрын
I own a very small business (just me). I also sometimes look around and wonder where the grown ups are! 😂
@jamesradcliffe61034 ай бұрын
This is really useful. Thanks for sharing so openly.
@Owlfury4 ай бұрын
This is the best episode. Love seeing you two together!
@user-hg4lw9ol4g4 ай бұрын
💙Emily! It's so cool to have her on the podcast. 💙
@cogigo4 ай бұрын
That was perfect. Loved every second of it. Cheers to the next 5 years and beyond.
@AngelaCSpears3 ай бұрын
Emily is just charming and both your voices are pleasant to listen to.
@palmtree30174 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing. It was really cool to get a behind the scenes look at how the company has grown
@michosadventures4 ай бұрын
This was a great podcast, I love hearing about the business side of successful people. A lot of insights and inspiration in this episode.
@bigappa93594 ай бұрын
Anyone else think Emily would be phenomenal at doing voiceover work for some Brandon's characters?? Her voice is so crisp and confident and grounded!
@Jevaughn4 ай бұрын
True! Probably not worth the time for what she's worth per hour to the company, but she could totally do a reading at a convention.
@TheRealGravyTrain4 ай бұрын
Thanks B&E$
@dylanhalifaux4 ай бұрын
You both are incredible! Thank you so much to you and your team for bringing all of us so much joy and entertainment!
@obviousalias1324 ай бұрын
Brandon’s vision after he sold his first leatherbound: UNITE THEM
@myrojyn4 ай бұрын
the genesis of the kathy x adam rivalry revealed!
@amysadler30384 ай бұрын
I have loved watching your fandom and your business grow! I've been a fan since around 2010 and I love your brain and all the team members I've seen and interacted with on streams and other avenues over the years. Thank you all! ❤
@bryceharriet92094 ай бұрын
*rumbling bumblebee voice* “Ta’Veren”
@lisabonnet17944 ай бұрын
For. Real.
@porterwayman86434 ай бұрын
Week 21 of persistently asking for an intentionally blank episode on marching band!!
@Lightspren4 ай бұрын
I second this!
@mahalleinir_WoT4 ай бұрын
Finally bought my warbreaker leatherbound last night! Super excited to get it.
@susannahlewis84644 ай бұрын
This is really fascinating to me to hear how such companies evolve. I'm an author, podcaster, and TTRPG developer, and I'm planning on forming an LLC with my team sometime soon. I've already started delegating with hiring an editor for the shows. I'm always looking for ways to make the businesses run smoother for me.
@vanessahardy26324 ай бұрын
I found this video so encouraging. Thank you for publishing! 💜
@shwah.holmslice4 ай бұрын
Man, that was a great episode. Loved that.
@jacobmcdavid644 ай бұрын
Beautiful
@mrbailie14 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this video so much, thank you for sharing!!
@jamesboyleii6332Ай бұрын
Great podcast! I learned a lot about, not only you, but the industry, also.
@mattygstax45844 ай бұрын
I've watched all except 1 or 2 episodes. I love you all!
@mikeshaffer49123 ай бұрын
Wow. This was all fascinating. I saw some of it from the outside, so it's interesting to see where this all has taken you since that Borders signing in 07.
@jaystiles73434 ай бұрын
The story starting at 24:56 hit me hard. This is a wonderful episode and adds so much context that I didn't know I needed.
@ellery09094 ай бұрын
Great conversation, thank you
@nielsenja3 ай бұрын
love this, so incredibly charming
@hartefbrown14 ай бұрын
I don't usually sit and listen to these, ever. But this was probably the best listening sit down. Thanks, Brandon, for bringing back Robert Jordan's story. Starting reading #1 EW book in 1997 thinking I can handle this, only to find out there was another 6 to read, still thinking I can handle this. Oh, ya. another 8 to go. I read all of them 3 times over. You're the best. Thanks. :buying one of your books now. "Sunlit Man"
@EliasMheart2 ай бұрын
I love how over time the clothes just seem normal, until it suddenly flashes again xD
@samanthaa.60554 ай бұрын
I didn't know they hired Matt Hatch. Super cool!
@Rhedak4 ай бұрын
Very interesting, thank you for this podcast
@DominickvdHoff4 ай бұрын
cool to hear a bit about the business side and the history!
@DominickvdHoff4 ай бұрын
Ever thought about animation? :D
@elisabethm96554 ай бұрын
@@DominickvdHoff - Well they already have experienced talent on board to manage a project like that🤫🤭
@A.Campbell4 ай бұрын
Very inspiring
@brokenredflag4 ай бұрын
Two nerd cuple make a nerd company to make lots of nerds happy❤ glad brandom remains humble. Thank you emely for your bravery and sorry we woried you or made you tierd. 😢 not everywone can do what you guys did. Keep the formula going. Dont go so big that your not able to chew properly. Love yal.😊
@thebooklion4 ай бұрын
Why is Brandon signing Mistborn pages!? I need to know before I buy unsigned leatherbounds!
@dylanbeazer25064 ай бұрын
I believe those are pages for Bands of Mourning, the next book that will get a leatherbound treatment.
@watcherofwatchers4 ай бұрын
I decided that I only buy signed Leatherbounds. It limits my collection, but I am okay with that! I just buy when they are available.
@danielbaker11904 ай бұрын
All the leatherbounds will be available signed sometime this year, as WoK and RoW where during kickstarter. You just have to be ready to buy them, because they will go quick. My guess is at Dragonsteel Convention. They may stop selling signed copies online and only make them available for special events.
@putomacuto4 ай бұрын
@@dylanbeazer2506 When he was signing those, it said "Bands of Mourning" on the page he was signing, not Mistborn
@yomanyo3274 ай бұрын
IMO, every popular author should do what Brandon does, the author's job is to write for as much of their "work time" as possible, all those other details should be handed over to others(preferably aspiring authors(who get paid for their work, no exploitation of the eager))
@tonkabeanicecream56984 ай бұрын
Most of those popular authors still don't earn that much money.
@yomanyo3274 ай бұрын
@@tonkabeanicecream5698 True, but Brandon didn't start with 50 people, he started with one family member who was part time. He earns as much as he does not only because of his writing, but also because of his system for marketing, merch, and everything else.
@garrettmunyer30174 ай бұрын
This is so interesting! It would be so cool to be part of your team over at Dragonsteel. Maybe when I retire from the military in a few year I'll apply to work in the HR department... 🤔 😅
@gavinsmith98714 ай бұрын
I wonder if Dragonsteel will ever publish books by other authors.
@tadious94154 ай бұрын
They've come close with collaborations. I wouldn't be surprised if they eventually got to publishing for others though I don't know if that's the plan.
@gavinsmith98714 ай бұрын
@@tadious9415 Maybe in a few decades after Brandon passes.
@tadious94154 ай бұрын
@@gavinsmith9871 maybe. But there are a few other people within the company who have talked about writing their own books on the side. If dragonsteel would do that with anyone it would probably be one of them. Like Adam or Isaac.
@ericdculver4 ай бұрын
Only Brandon knows...
@jaclynroth14404 ай бұрын
I volunteer as tribute 😊
@rmsgrey4 ай бұрын
I like to think that, somewhere at Amazon, sometime in the next decade or so, an executive's assistant will dig up this video to prove to their boss that they did this to themselves - that when they set out to teach a publisher a lesson, someone learned a lesson all right, but not the one Amazon wanted them to...
@sundaycomicssection4 ай бұрын
Wonderful episode.
@Omnicrola4 ай бұрын
Dear Brandon, Please write a short story about the Phantom Cubicle that chases you. Signed, A Cubicle Dweller
@tannerprince97304 ай бұрын
This was a really cool episode
@airbendnerd4 ай бұрын
Can we get Mrs. Sanderson in on the KZbin thumbnail for this video?
@ama_goto4 ай бұрын
I could envision a movie about this sometime in the future
@drummerguy4384 ай бұрын
I don't know if you'll see this, but I'm hoping you can impart some wisdom. I am an aspiring author, working on book number 4 and I just found out I have my first child on the way. When you were working around newborns, how did you manage the time to write and be a father?
@titans1fan934 ай бұрын
I love to get Emily on the podcast more! She absolutely great. Especially on topics Dan does not like. (Still little salty they never talk about the rest of live action one piece since Dan didn’t like it lol)
@L1ghtweaver4 ай бұрын
Dan looks a lot different today! Can't put my finger on it... new haircut?
@hiltrud20014 ай бұрын
😂🤣
@redcrest56 күн бұрын
I loved this episode! I’ve always wondered how you got started making merch for your books, like how you got the rights back from your publisher. It sounds like they just never had it to begin with? Also wondering along the same lines what you do about trademarking your IP like the Cosmere and various series names, etc. (do you bother doing that?)
@NikonRoz5 күн бұрын
Nice to see Emily she’s pretty
@henryeowens4 ай бұрын
Super interesting. Thanks for the inside scoop like this. 👍
@SkyLowercut4 ай бұрын
Video thumbnail should use Emily! Love the history, thanks BE-Swifties
@phoenixtrite50684 ай бұрын
The glitter on Brandon's face makes him look like Seven of Nine
@detleftibax4 ай бұрын
What would be a great idea is to show on the video a number counter of the books you sign, so fans who purchase your signed preorders can see it when you sign their book (with the unique code)!
@robbybevard80344 ай бұрын
That seems like it would be an insane amount of extra work for the production team. Particularly since he pulls from the piles at random.
@danf69754 ай бұрын
I am happy with the series as it is, and I am glad I got it in its current form, but after listening to dragon steel I believe that book would have been worthy of publishing, and I would have definitely wanted to read the series in its older form Even without all of the changes and maturation
@fiachnaodonnell78954 ай бұрын
You're both looking really healthy recently
@obviousalias1324 ай бұрын
The Arcanist Graphic Novels in-house!!!
@hikinginidaho4 ай бұрын
So did it become clear that the 631 was the announcement of the 5th secret project?
@ElijahStormblessed4 ай бұрын
Yep
@hiltrud20014 ай бұрын
Dan get well soon ❣️
@ladyethyme4 ай бұрын
Be well Dan.
@Treggify4 ай бұрын
2nd and Charles has a lot of those discounted books with the black marks!
@strydyrhellzrydyr13453 ай бұрын
Tbats what we would LOVEEEE to hear... Is the stuff around when you guys started being a you guys.. lol Like her as a wife .. hiw did she take it.. was she confused and overly worried... Hiw did she handle it.. and then making a home together.. then kids.. Blah blah blah.. For some reason.. they very very much interest me as a couple... They just ssem different.. and awesome. And im SUREEE we could use some ADVICE about relationships.. about make and female interaction.. and etc
@grahamguy46564 ай бұрын
Found that very interesting thanks for the history vid will you ever consider flux leather books
@DadBodSwagGod4 ай бұрын
I prefer B-Swift and E-Harmony
@randomdude45054 ай бұрын
How long until Dragonsteel becomes a full blown publishing company?
@user-km9zn7oy4i4 ай бұрын
This 5 year plan sounds like it might be interesting - if my reading between the lines is correct
@mailemarriott4 ай бұрын
So when do we get Sanderland?
@focusrelax88384 ай бұрын
8:46 What year was this? When he bought the 2000 books for 1 dollar.
@egwenealvereiscool77264 ай бұрын
And here I thought it would be a podcast about the book lol
@zyrohnmng4 ай бұрын
Hopefully Dragonsteel can grow to devour the marketshare of Amazon
@talemaster44314 ай бұрын
Looks like you hit the Liberace estate sale.
@francislally60664 ай бұрын
You two should talk to Hank and John green! Then own DFTBA- which does a lot of similar things to you guys
@SirKn1ght474 ай бұрын
Is there a reason for the "631" on the back of Brandon's hand?
@rutgerniemeijer4 ай бұрын
This video was pre-recorded. The fifth secret project was announced in video 631, and they hinted at it showing that number quite a few times.
@Psylento4 ай бұрын
I'm more of a dragonglass dude myself, but any kind of Obsidian will suffice i suppose
@focusrelax88384 ай бұрын
9:04 earned 5000 dollars only per year after he published 3elantris and warbreaker? Or was this after mistborn?