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
Episode 298 - The Ghosts of Writing Past and Future
January 07, 2014 05:00 - 22.4 MBJoin the Robots as they look back at 2013 and plan for 2014. They do their very best to suss out how to improve and maximize productivity. Remember, aim high and you'll never shoot yourself in the foot. The spreadsheet Terry mentions for committing to 2014 yearly goals is at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/lv?key=0Agdm_aZVrdhgdFJTZEg2cmxTeW82SWx6Mm9ZMGhxQnc&usp=sharing. Feel free to add yourself and join the crowd.
DRS Episode 297 - Where To Start And Stop Your Story
December 17, 2013 05:00 - 20.4 MBJoin the Robots as they mull where a story starts and ends, as well as how to know where to put what falls in between.
DRS Episode 296 - Writing Holiday Themed And Niche Fiction
December 10, 2013 05:00 - 27.6 MBThe holiday season is upon us! Come join the Robots as they discuss writing seasonal fiction and for niche markets.
DRS Episode 295 - The Paul Elard Cooley Makeover Show
December 03, 2013 05:00 - 34.8 MBThis week the Robots' have David Wood and J. Daniel Sawyer come on to assist Paul with a makeover on his branding. Come join us and give Paul your thoughts. Check the show notes for all the links and covers we're talking about at: http://deadrobotssociety.com/2013/12/03/episode-295-the-paul-elard-cooley-makeover-show/
DRS Episode 294 - The Business of Writing Part Deux with J. Daniel Sawyer
November 19, 2013 05:00 - 28.9 MBAuthor and podcaster J. Daniel Sawyer joins the Robots to expand on last week's conversation on business. Come join us and benefit from his experience.
DRS Episode 293 - Getting Down To Business
November 12, 2013 05:00 - 24.8 MBJoin the Robots as they talk some of the business aspects of being an author. DBAs, LLCs, taxes, contracts, and agents. Oh my!
DRS Episode 292 - Self-Editing Your Fiction
November 05, 2013 05:00 - 25.3 MBThe Dead Robots' talk about self-editing your own fiction. They talk about their processes and the pitfalls.
DRS Episode 291 - Justin Says Goodbye
October 29, 2013 04:00 - 39.2 MBThis week the Robots chat one last time with Justin before he heads off for a much needed sabbatical. He started the podcast over six years ago, and he's glad that it will continue in his absence. The Robots are dead, Long Live The Robots!
Special Episode – J Daniel Sawyer Is Busy!
October 22, 2013 04:00 - 31.8 MBThis is a special episode, as the title suggests, in which Justin sits down with J Daniel Sawyer to talk about his Crudrat Kickstarter campaign, his upcoming podcasts, and what his views are on the current state of publishing. We hope you enjoy it!
DRS Episode 290 - Reviewing Ready Player One
October 22, 2013 04:00 - 28.8 MBThis week the Robots talk about Ernest Cline's debut novel READY PLAYER ONE. We talk about what we liked, what we thought could have been improved, and what we learned from it. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 289 - It's A Thriller Night
October 15, 2013 04:00 - 33.1 MBTonight the Robots talk about thrillers. Is it a genre or a style, what are the elements you have to have, and should you plan or can you pants it? We hope you enjoy the conversation.
DRS Episode 288 - Keeping Our Eye On The Prize
October 08, 2013 04:00 - 35.9 MBThis week the Robots get together to talk about staying motivated and inspired, but along the way we also meander around several other topics. We hope you enjoy it.
DRS Episode 287 - Reviewing Oath Of Swords
October 01, 2013 04:00 - 27.1 MBThis week we FINALLY discuss the book Terry asked us to review back about five years ago, David Weber's OATH OF SWORDS. Along the way we also talk about genre tropes and whether or not they should be avoided. We hope you enjoy!
DRS Episode 286 - Brainstorming The Bastard
September 17, 2013 04:00 - 36.6 MBThis week Justin and Paul sit down to help Terry brainstorm his next great work - a galaxy spanning space opera about a bastard or something! Come, listen, and enjoy.
WorldCon 2013 Panel - Things They Never Tell You About Getting Published
September 10, 2013 04:00 - 22.8 MBThis was made available by Jeff Beckett. It was recorded at WorldCon 2013. "What should you look for in a short story contract? What might you hear about your story from readers and reviewers? What should you be doing in terms of social media? Does getting published once help you get published again? Bring your own questions about publishing in the early part of your career. Panelists - Moshe Feder, Vylar Kaftan, David Liss, Michael J. Martinez, Alvaro Zinos-Amaro.
WorldCon 2013 Panel - Self Promotion
September 10, 2013 04:00 - 23.3 MBThis audio was provided by Jeff Brackett. "Self Promotion: Everything You Know About It is Probably Wrong." Done properly, self-promotion is an important part of building a career. Poorly executed, self-promotion can do more harm than good. How is the conventional wisdom wrong? What are more advisable but underrated neglected approaches?" Panelists are: Julie Barrett (moderator), Gini Koch, Joshua Bilmes, Genese Davis, and Teresa Nielsen Hayden.
DRS Episode 285 - An Argument For Self-Publishing
September 03, 2013 04:00 - 40.6 MBThis week the Robots sit down to chat about the publishing industry, and more specifically self-publishing. A great deal has changed in the past few years, and the gatekeepers are nearly out of a job. Let us know what you think? Enjoy!
DRS Episode 284 - Writin' 2: Podcast Boogaloo
August 20, 2013 04:00 - 26.1 MBThis week the Robots sit down and chat about writing a sequel/prequel. Should locations be reused, should characters' fate change to keep them around, and how much previous info should be retold. Enjoy!
Space City Con 2013 - Creating A Podcast Panel
August 13, 2013 04:00 - 42.2 MBIn this week's episode we present a panel from Space City Con '13 about how to create a podcast. On the panel was Justin Macumber, Paul Cooley, David Wood of Gryphonwood Press and ThrillerCast, as well as the hosts of Treknologic Podcast. We hope you enjoy.
Space City Con 2013 Drunk Cast
August 06, 2013 04:00 - 35.5 MBYep, this happened. During Space City Con 2013 the Robots were joined by Charlie Brown and David Wood to ramble about just about everything and nothing all at once. We hope you enjoy this sad glimpse at the DRS.
DRS Episode 283 - Crossing The Genre Streams
July 30, 2013 04:00 - 31.2 MBThis week the Robots chat about genre mashups. The topic of genre is slippery already, but when you talk about combining them it gets more slippery still. We hope you enjoy this conversation!
DRS Episode 282 - For Love Or Money
July 23, 2013 04:00 - 35.2 MBThis week the Robots chat around the table about writing for the love versus writing for the money, and what it means to try and be commercial. We hope you enjoy the conversation!
DRS Episode 281 - Biff! Boom! Pow! Writing Comics With Glenn Farrington
July 16, 2013 04:00 - 35.7 MBThis week the Robots talk with Glenn Farrington about the Kickstarter campaign for his upcoming computer program to help people write comic books. It was a great discussion! We hope you enjoy.
DRS Episode 280 - Selznick's Pilgrimage And Beyond
July 10, 2013 04:00 - 35.8 MBThis week the Robots chat with Matthew Wayne Selznick about his novels Brave Men Run and Pilgrimage, as well as what he'll be working on in the future.
DRS Episode 279 - Charlie Brown From Dirty Magick to Transmedia
July 02, 2013 04:00 - 26.9 MBThe Robots' talk with author, screenwriter, and director Charlie Brown about his upcoming anthology and transmedia. What happens when you get a New Orleans native together with two Texans? Come find out.
DRS Episode 278 - Writing Like Thieves In The Night
June 25, 2013 04:00 - 33.9 MBOscar Wilde once said, "Good writers borrow, great writers steal." This week the Robots sit down to chat about how true that statement is, as well as say goodbye to Richard Matheson (RIP) and talk about recent Nook news. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 277 - Robots On Inspiration Point
June 18, 2013 04:00 - 23.4 MBThis week the Robots talk about what inspired them to be writers, what inspired particular stories, and what has inspired the way they write. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
DRS Episode 276 - Mid Year Check-In
June 11, 2013 04:00 - 25.7 MBThis week Terry and Justin talk about where they are in their writing careers and what they think they'll be working on next year. We hope you enjoy the show.
DRS Episode 275 - Balticon '13 Historically Uncompromised
June 04, 2013 04:00 - 25.6 MBThis is a live podcast from Balticon 2013 about Historical Fiction.
DRS Episode 274 - Live From Balticon 47
May 28, 2013 04:00 - 29.4 MBThis week's episode was recorded live at Balticon 47. It features the vocal magic of Paul Cooley, Veronica Giguere, and Michell Plested. They discuss the topic of superheroes. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 273 - Free Podcast or Paid Audiobook?
May 21, 2013 04:00 - 25.6 MBTerry and Paul talk about the differences between producing a free podcast edition of your fiction and doing a version someone pays for.
DRS Episode 272 - Red Adept Publishing Is In The House
May 14, 2013 04:00 - 28.9 MBThis week the Robots were delighted to sit down with Lynn McNamee of Red Adept Publishing to talk about the evolution of Red Adept and the new direction they've headed in. We hope you enjoy!
DRS Episode 271 - A Brainstorm Explosion With Terry Mixon
May 07, 2013 04:00 - 38.9 MBThis week Paul and Justin help Terry brainstorm his thriller idea about covert agents, terrorists, explosions, and traitorous politicians. If you have any ideas for him, head over the FB page and let him know! Enjoy!
DRS Episode 270 - Become Enchanted With Alethea Kontis
April 30, 2013 04:00 - 36 MBThis week the Robots sit down to chat with author Alethea Kontis about her novel ENCHANTED, her path to publication, and how the state of publishing is changing. Enjoy! She was delightful.
DRS Episode 269 - David Wood And Alan Baxter Perform A Dark Rite
April 23, 2013 04:00 - 29.7 MBThis week the Robots chat with authors David Wood and Alan Baxter about their joint new short novel, DARK RITE. We discuss collaborative writing, publishing, and horror. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 268 - Join The Massive Fiction Project
April 16, 2013 04:00 - 26 MBThis week the Robots chat with Marion Jensen to talk about his interesting fan fiction Kickstarter campaign called Massive Fiction. Fan fiction is a great way to learn about writing, and we think this campaign is one all writers should get on board with. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 267 - The Robots Get Genderfied
April 09, 2013 04:00 - 38 MBThis week the Robots are joined by Lauren "Scribe" Harris to talk about writing to and for the opposite gender. What stereotypes should be avoided, which are true, and how should it affect your writing? Enjoy!
DRS Episode 266 - Back Cover Blurbs
April 02, 2013 04:00 - 24.4 MBJoin Terry and Paul as they talk about back cover blurbs and how to use them to market your book.
DRS Episode 265 - The First Draft Is Only The Beginning
March 26, 2013 04:00 - 30.5 MBThis week the Robots talk about all the work that has to be done once the first draft is finished. You've reached THE END, and that's great, but it's only the beginning. There's so much more to do.
DRS Episode 264 - Making Tracks With J. Daniel Sawyer
March 19, 2013 04:00 - 28.3 MBThis week the Robots sit down with J Daniel Sawyer to talk about copyrights, Creative Commons, Public Domain, as well as his new book MAKING TRACKS: A WRITER'S GUIDE TO AUDIOBOOKS.
DRS Episode 263 - 14 By Peter Clines Does The Impossible
March 12, 2013 04:00 - 27.4 MBThis week the Robots sit down to talk about Peter Clines' novel "14." We discuss what worked for us, what didn't, and if we'd recommend it to others. But, more than that, we marvel at the fact that we finally all agree on a review book!
DRS Episode 262 - From Dead Mech To Dead Mic
March 10, 2013 05:00 - 28.9 MBThis week the Robots sit down to chat with Jake Bible about his decision to stop podcasting his fiction. It was once seen as a great way to gain fans and attention, but is that the case? Are there better things we writers can do with our time? Sit down with us and see what you think.
DRS Episode 261 - Kickstarting Her Heart With Amy Dale
February 26, 2013 05:00 - 23.7 MBThis week the Robots sit down to chat with Amy Dale, author of OFF WITH HER HEART. Amy's book is currently on Kickstarter, I've read it, and I think all of you should check it out and help it succeed. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 260 - Biting Into Salem's Lot
February 19, 2013 05:00 - 32.6 MBThis week the robots FINALLY review one of the books they said they'd read months ago. Paul offered up Stephen King's "Salem's Lot," so this week they rip open that coffin and see what's there. Enjoy!
DRS Episode 259 - It's The Genrepocalypse
February 12, 2013 05:00 - 32.8 MBThis week the Robots settle in to talk about the topic of genre and all it's carious forms. Should we as writers care what genres people put stories in? Does it matter? What's the difference between one or the other? Enjoy!
DRS Episode 258 - Taking The Drama To 11
February 05, 2013 05:00 - 28 MBThis week the Robots talk about different ways to increase drama and tension in a story. There are lots of ways to do it, some working better than others. We hope you enjoy!
DRS Episode 257 - Setting The Scene
January 29, 2013 05:00 - 30.1 MBThis week the Robots talk about description and setting the scene. How much description is too much, how much is not enough, and how do you know when to stop? We hope you enjoy the conversation.
DRS Episode 256 - Talking The Talk
January 22, 2013 05:00 - 29.8 MBThis week the Robots talk about dialogue. Can you write humor? Should you use contractions? When do we use foreign words? These questions and more will be answered! Enjoy.
DRS Episode 255 - Earning Experience Points
January 15, 2013 05:00 - 37.5 MBThis week the Robots are joined by listener Michael Brudenell to discuss the topic of experience. How much does it factor into writing, how much should it, and how do we writers get more of it? Enjoy!
DRS Episode 254 - Planning The Year Ahead
January 08, 2013 05:00 - 23.9 MBThis week the Robots talk about how they plan out the year ahead. What stories they'll work on, when, how, what might get in the way, etc. We hope you enjoy the conversation!