The Dead Robots' Society
763 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 86 ratingsWriters talking about writing.
Writers talking about publishing.
Writers talking about life.
Authors Terry Mixon and Paul E Cooley interview, babble, and usually cover a number of disassociated topics.
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Episodes
Humanity Divided
December 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 33.6 MBDRS Episode 586 How will humanity handle spreading itself to the stars? How will galactic politics work? Also, Terry is bald, Paul is manic. What could go wrong? Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Super Tights
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MBDRS Episode 583 Paul and Terry wander around a few topics and then get more unfocused. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Supes
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MBDRS Episode 584 Are all fantasy heroes super heroes? What qualifies someone as "super" and what about immortality and invulnerability? Also? Haunted Vagina. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Robert Jeschonek and Space Opera
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBDRS Episode 585 Author Robert Jeschonek (http://bobscribe.com) joins Paul and Terry for a conversation about kickstarters, book bundles, and, of course, Space Opera. Links: Robert Jeschonek - http://bobscribe.com "Odyssey" Space Opera book bundle - https://storybundle.com/space Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Jake Bible Gives Good Horror
November 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBDRS Episode 582 Long time friend of the show, author, and fellow audiobook podcaster Jake Bible joins Terry and Paul to talk about writing, publishing, and, of course, horror. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Revenge!
November 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBDRS Episode 581 What makes a good revenge story? What makes a bad one? And why does Terry have so many damned cats? Also? I mixed up RL Stephenson with Alexander Dumas. My apologies. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
F*** Starships! (REDUX)
November 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBAfter gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
F*** Starships!
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBDRS Episode 579 After gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Out of Context, and Out of Our Minds
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 33.9 MBDRS Episode 580 After gushing about Peter F Hamilton's "Salvation," Paul looses an epithet about starships. Terry attempts to correct him... Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Cornucopia of Insanity
September 07, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBCornucopia of Insanity DRS Episode 578 Terry and Paul discuss insanity in characters, the uncanny, and demand a space marine nerd story. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Technosocial Hazards
September 01, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBTechnosocial Hazards DRS Episode 577 Terry says science fiction authors have to become futurists to a certain extent. Then we push the envelope. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Space:1975 with Robert Jeschonek
August 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 40.1 MBSpace:1975 with Robert Jeschonek DRS Episode 576 Terry and Paul host author/publisher Robert Jeschonek to discuss writing, science fiction, and his kickstarter for a 70's space opera anthology. Links: Robert Jeschonek - http://www.robertjeschonek.com/ Space:1975 https://bit.ly/2FIOVBW Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Mixology
August 15, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBTheft! Ongoing theft of plot ideas, scenes, moments, and even endings. It's not theft, it's mixology. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Lessons Learned
August 09, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 32.2 MBWe celebrate a milestone in Terry's writing career and discuss the most important lessons learned after years of indie publishing. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Live! A Conversation with Veronica Giguerre
May 05, 2020 04:00 - 2 hours - 59.6 MBNarrator, vocal performer, and author Veronica Giguere joins Terry and Paul to discuss Audible, audiobook production, writing topics, and interact with you in our chat. Get a little education, some personality, and a lot of community.
DRS Live! A Conversation With David Wood
May 05, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBAuthor and publisher David Wood joins Terry and Paul for a conversation about writing, publishing, and field questions from the live YouTube audience. DRS will be live every Saturday via YouTube. Come join us.
We Promise Babble and Snark, Not Virii
April 13, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBDue to Covid-19, Terry and Paul have decided to host a live show every Saturday at 1500 CST. Join us on YouTube for the next show. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Subtlety Like A Sledgehammer
March 19, 2020 04:00 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBTerry and Paul discuss the art of subtlety and whether or not they're any good at it. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Interview With Author Chris Fox - Bonus Episode
March 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBAuthor Chris Fox joins Paul and Terry to discuss the Magitech series, his RPG kickstarter, and the crossover between RPG and good storytelling. Chris Fox: https://chrisfoxwrites.com Sign up to his newsletter and get a beta version of the Magitech Chronicles RPG plus all future betas. (https://dl.bookfunnel.com/wra3645h0v). Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron (https://patreon.com/drspodcast) or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening. Paul's Author Page: https:/...
Gods and Monsters
March 12, 2020 04:00 - 57 minutes - 26.6 MBWhat's the difference between a god, a monster, and just a plain old villain? Paul and Terry get lost in the details. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for listening. Links: Paul's newest novel "Derelict: Destruction" Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" The Dead Robots' Society Patreon Terry's Author Page Paul's Store Paul's series "The Derelict Saga"
Pick Your Battles!
February 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 31.6 MBWhat's worth your time? Terry and Paul discuss. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Dystopia!
February 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 33.9 MBDystopia! DRS Episode 569 What is a dystopia? Are you living in one? Are your characters? Terry and Paul explore the topic. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
From Word To Series
February 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBFrom Word To Series DRS Episode 570 Terry and Paul rip apart the process of writing a book from word choice to sequels and series. A nuts and bolts episode. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
More than a few words with Yudha!
January 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBTerry and Paul have a conversation with science fiction author Yudhanjaya Wijeratne regarding topics including AI, dystopia, the difference in publishing scope between the regions, as well as some actual shoptalk. You can find Yudha at http://yudhanjaya.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Words! Meanings! Ideas! - DRS Episode 567
January 09, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBNo intro this week--don't ask. Regardless, Paul mentions something and it turns into a conversation. Beware--brainstorming ahead! Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
Cultural Mirrors and Amish Porn - DRS Episode 566
December 29, 2019 05:00 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBPaul and Terry wander over the sea of what is inappropriate, crosses the line, and apocalyptic Amish porn. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 565 - Networking and Social Anxiety
December 13, 2019 05:00 - 54 minutes - 24.9 MBTerry and Paul discuss strategies and the absolute necessity of networking. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 564 - Revising Our Revisions!
November 28, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBTerry and Paul explore their revision processes and try to find one that works better than what they currently have. *spoiler alert*--they fail. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 563 - Pacing, Action Beats, Adventure!
November 21, 2019 05:00 - 52 minutes - 24.3 MBTerry and Paul discuss tricks of pacing, action beats, and, well, yes, adventure. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's Amazon Page - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua
DRS Episode 562 - SEQUELS!?!!
November 16, 2019 05:00 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBPaul and Terry handle a question from the Facebook group. Beware--semantic wars will now ensue. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 561 - Paul on pain meds
November 13, 2019 05:00 - 58 minutes - 26.7 MBShortly after an appendectomy, and on pain meds, Paul makes the mistake of giving Terry a call...
DRS Episode 560 - Catching Up
November 05, 2019 05:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBPaul and Terry play catchup after a several forced sabbaticals.
DRS Episode 559 - Catching Up
September 18, 2019 04:00 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBTerry and Paul return after a forced sabbatical.
DRS Episode 558 - Universal Squirrels
August 30, 2019 04:00 - 43 minutes - 19.7 MBDRS Episode 558 - Universal Squirrels Paul and Terry sleepwalk their way through a variety of topics before settling on universal squirrels. Take a listen to find out what those are. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 557 - And...more tech support hell
August 26, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MBPaul and Terry meander through a series of topics while Paul attempts not to lose his mind. He might even succeed. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's Amazon Page - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua
DRS Episode 556 - More than a few words with Glynn Stewart
August 13, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBDRS Episode 556 - More than a few words with Glynn Stewart Author Glynn Stewart joins Terry and Paul to discuss a variety of sci-fi topics including suspense and writing multiple series. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 555 - Just Call Tech Support
August 01, 2019 04:00 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBPaul and Terry discuss space station design, ship design, moons, and other esoterica while Terry tries not to choke.
DRS Episode 554 – Interview With Charles E “Chuck” Gannon
July 25, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBAuthor Dr. Charles E “Chuck” Gannon joins Terry and Paul to discuss writing, worlds, collaboration, and other insanity.
DRS Episode 553 - Babbling Amidst A Sea of Characters
July 18, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 30.7 MBWe're back! After nearly two weeks of technical issues, the show returns with an exhausted Paul and a far too amused Terry. Enjoy the punch-drunkenness. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 552 - Incorporation? LLC? WTF? Interview With Joe Solari
July 05, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBDRS Episode 552 - Incorporation? LLC? WTF? Interview With Joe Solari Joe Solari -- https://joesolari.com/ Writers generally suck at business. Joe Solari, someone who actually knows business, schools Terry and Paul on what to do and what not to do. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".
DRS Episode 551 - Sex Robots, Ethics, Drivelings, and Brain Bleach
June 27, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBAs usual, a flippant remark spawns an episode. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W
DRS Episode 550 - Common Sense Characters
June 19, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBTerry rage quits reading a book and Paul finds out why.
DRS Episode 549 - Malorie Cooper Sees The Future
June 13, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBAuthor Malorie Cooper joins Terry and Paul to discuss the Aeon14 universe as well as AI evolution and futurism. Malorie Cooper - https://www.aeon14.com/ Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amz...
DRS Episode 548 - Sick and Stupid
June 06, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBPaul has con-crud and is barely conscious. He and Terry stumble through a slew of crazy. Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W
DRS Episode 547 - Who Owns The Content? (GoT)
June 01, 2019 04:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBAfter receiving a slew of emails and messages regarding the "Game of Thrones" series finale, Terry Mixon and Paul E Cooley consider the question: "Who Owns The Content?" [disclaimer: neither of us watch the show] Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor...
DRS Episode 546 - Revenge of Archivos!
May 22, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBOur good friend, bad ass narrator, the man with the voice of melted butter and the energy of an asteroid impact, Dave Robison joins us to talk story, Archivos, and a discount offer for DRS listeners. Dave Robison and Archivos - https://www.archivos.digital Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's ...
DRS Episode 545 - Do Androids Dream Of Fleshy Humans?
May 15, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBDRS Episode 545 - Do Androids Dream Of Fleshy Humans? What makes your science fiction and fantasy sing? Having different cultures (and/or species) bumping into one another, either through conflict or cooperation. Face it. Everything goes better with Klingons. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast". Paul's new novel "Derelict: Des...
DRS Episode 544 - Klingons Make Everything Better!
May 08, 2019 04:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBWhat makes your science fiction and fantasy sing? Having different cultures (and/or species) bumping into one another, either through conflict or cooperation. Face it. Everything goes better with Klingons. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast". Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel ...
DRS Episode 543 - Own Your Content!
May 01, 2019 04:00 - 43 minutes - 20 MBAuthor and Narrator John Mierau joins Paul for a conversation about alternatives to current business models, the break down of social media, and how to form communities outside the advertisement-driven ecosystem.
DRS Episode 542 - Arcs and Squirrels
April 24, 2019 04:00 - 56 minutes - 25.7 MBDRS Episode 542 -Arcs and Squirrels Terry and Paul found a topic. Pretty sure they immediately lost it. Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at "http://patreon.com/drspodcast".