Note: As of posting, this episode is currently unavailable in the U.K. and Ireland, however, the audio version can be listened to here.
John Michael Higgins, voice of the eccentric and endlessly quotable Varrick from The Legend of Korra, joins Janet Varney (Korra) and Dante Basco (Zuko) on this episode of Avatar: Braving the Elements! Higgins shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories and reflects on how Varrick became one of the most beloved (and morally ambiguous) characters in the Avatar universe. The conversation dives deep into Varrick's chaotic genius, his complex relationship with Zhu Li, and how his character embodies the tension between bending and technology in a post-ATLA world. We also dive into the unforgettable 'idea storm' scene, his platypus bear disguise, and the moment he declares, "If you can’t make money during a war, you just flat out cannot make money." Plus, we unpack Korra's emotional arc, her clash with President Raiko, and the explosive breakup with Mako in Book Two, episode 5 "Peacekeepers."
00:00 - Introducing John Michael Higgins
01:25 - Writing for Varrick
04:18 - Powerful Voices
07:20 - Voices and Writing, Working Together
09:26 - Middle Names
10:50 - The Stress of Improv
12:23 - Who Do You Ship?
15:15 - Varrick vs. Zhu Li
16:58 - Varrick in a Platypus Bear Costume
20:25 - Embroiled Comic Relief
21:13 - Animal Crossing
23:55 - What Kind of Bender Would You Be?
25:48 - Breaking Actor Expectations
32:00 - "Varri-Dye"
32:53 - Michael’s Shinobi-Style Recap
34:44 - Kicking off Peacekeepers
36:51 - The Importance of Balance
39:29 - Clip Reaction: Mover Premiere
42:21 - Mako vs. Korra
43:45 - Clip Reaction: Varrick, Upside Down
45:48 - Idea Storm = Good Idea?
47:28 - Premieres, Police and Pets?
49:16 - Bad Breakups
51:16 - Did Dante Predict Correctly?
53:36 - Most Valuable Bending/Nonbending
1:00:53 - Dante’s NEXT Predictions
1:01:56 - Flameo Hot Takes
1:05:00 - Goodbyes
Enter the amazing world of Avatar through the official companion podcast, Avatar: Braving the Elements from Nickelodeon. Join hosts Janet Varney (the voice of “Korra”) and Dante Basco (the voice of “Prince Zuko”) each week as they re-watch every episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra then break down key themes, notable battles, and behind-the-scenes trivia you can’t get anywhere else. Special guests from cast members to producers join them to explore elements of the Avatarverse, including the origins of the story and how Avatar was brought to life.
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