Fantasy for the Ages
472 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsJim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.
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Episode 215: Book Selection Tips: Should You Read It, or Not? How to Decide!
August 31, 2023 17:01 - 14 minutes - 11.9 MBIt's always a challenge, determining whether a book is worth the investment of your time and attention. What if you start reading, and don't like it? Life is too short! Here in this episode, Jim gives some hot tips, solid guidance (with which Zach approves) for deciding to read, or not to read.#SFF #TBR #ReadingForPleasure #SciFi #fantasy Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreati...
Episode 214: Zombie Apocalypse Literature: Should You Be Reading It, and Why the Answer is Yes
August 21, 2023 15:53 - 23 minutes - 19.6 MBThere are many misconceptions about today's zombie apocalyptic literature. People who simply pass over this sub-genre are missing out! Jim is here today to clear things up, and encourage you to explore the goodness of these books.#fantasy #SFF #horror #SciFi #Zombies #ZombieApocalypse #Booktube #Booktuber #BooktubersJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collection...
Episode 213: Worst Drinks of Science Fiction and Fantasy - 215
August 18, 2023 01:17 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MBThere are bad drinks, and then there are BAD drinks. In this episode, Jim ranks the 7 worst drinks from SFF, things you would hope to avoid if you know what's good for you. Let us know if there are others you'd include!Note: Spoilers for A Song of Ice and Fire, and The Wheel of Time (although we protect you from the worst of the WoT spoilage). There are other spoilers here, but nothing that should really be a shock to anyone watching.#SFF #Booktube #Booktuber #Booktubers #SciFi #FantasyJoin u...
Episode 212: The Kingkiller Chronicle: Top Ten Moments (SPOILERS!)
August 14, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour - 107 MBJim brought on returning guest Spencer of The Fantasy Files, this time just as Jim had finished the two primary novels of The Kingkiller Chronicle. Jim and Spencer offer up their top 10 moments from these two books, along with their reasons. This WILL include MAJOR SPOILERS - definitely not safe for those who haven't read Kingkiller yet. SO HARD to have limited to just a Top 10!As Jim hadn't yet read the novella (The Slow Regard of Silent Things), nothing from that story is discussed. (Jim HA...
Episode 211: Zach & Jim Unplugged: The Sequel!
August 06, 2023 12:40 - 36 minutes - 51.2 MBZach and Jim get together for another bunch of random conversations, wandering through The Wheel of Time TV content, Star Wars, Marvel, TBRs, and more!#fantasy #WoT #SFF #WheelOfTime #starwars #mcu #marvel Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: FantasyForTheAg...
Episode 210: Star Wars Today: The Positive and The Problem
August 02, 2023 13:56 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBJim is joined for this episode by Glenn the Geeky Hippie (of Wot the Adaptation and Non-Terrestrial Half-Life YouTube channels) and Spencer (The Fantasy Files) to discuss the state of Star Wars today. We'll discuss our history with the franchise, our general thoughts on how things stand now - and we'll likely make some general jokes and wise cracks.Want more of Spencer's content?The Fantasy Files: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyFilesFantasy Files Reacts: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyFiles...
Episode 209: Home (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 49-50)
July 30, 2023 14:25 - 1 hour - 106 MBNynaeve, Elayne, and all their companions complete the last part of their challenging journey, finally arriving in Salidar. And it's all they were hoping for. NOT!#fantasy #WoT #SFF #WheelOfTime #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: FantasyFor...
Episode 208: Breaking Down the Works of Stephen King
July 23, 2023 20:43 - 1 hour - 111 MBJim has been working through the various Stephen King books he's missed over the years. So many books! But this is obviously a special author, worthy of special attention. Jim is joined by a guest, his friend (and Patreon supporter) Eric, an aspiring author and solid Stephen King stan, to discuss the King library, everything from preferences to adaptations, and a bit about the writing itself. Hope you enjoy!This is spoiler-lite content as usual. We're talking about the books in general, not p...
Episode 207: I Wanna Be Free (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 47-48)
July 19, 2023 14:56 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBIn these chapters we get the logical, illogical conclusion of the wheels set in motion by Nynaeve (and the Pattern?), as her group seeks passage out of Samara, off toward Salidar. A riotous good time!#fantasy #WoT #SFF #WheelOfTime #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you ...
Episode 206: Oath (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 44-46)
July 09, 2023 14:09 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBHere we go, the Battle for Cairhien. Rand vs. Couladin. Or is it? But that's only the first chapter. We've got plenty of significant aftermath to see and process as well. The plot thickens.#fantasy #WoT #SFF #WheelOfTime #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download co...
Episode 205: Humbled by the TBR: Private Confessions
July 07, 2023 21:37 - 25 minutes - 24.1 MBDo you use a TBR (To Be Read) list as a tool in your plans for reading literature? Or, if you have a TBR, does IT use YOU? Who is really in charge here? These are the sorts of confessions Jim shares in this video.#fantasy #scifi #SFF #TBR #ReadingForPleasure Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or whe...
Episode 204: The Masterplan (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 41-43)
July 07, 2023 21:36 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBZach and Jim dive back into The Fires of Heaven, three chapters with Rand, Mat, and the others up against the Shaido outside Cairhien. Fast, intense chapters full of anticipation. Great stuff - especially as Mat tries to escape the pull of the Pattern. Yeah, good luck with that!#fantasy #WoT #SFF #WheelOfTime #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/...
Episode 203: The Wheel of Time: All 15 Books Ranked Best to NOT Best
July 07, 2023 21:30 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBJim's dropping a Midweek Special here, a brief discussion of his ranking of the books of WoT, with rationale based on the contents. All these books are great, but not all equally so. See what you agree with, and what you don't!#WoT #WheelOfTime #TheWheelOfTime #SFF #fantasy #Scifi Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us ...
Episode 202: Top 10 SFF Authors I've Read Since COVID
June 26, 2023 10:31 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBMarch 2020, COVID comes roaring in and shutting down society across the globe. It was a freaky time, full of anxiety, illness, and uncertainty. Thankfully, while we were all shut up in our homes, isolated from the world, we still had books! In fact, I'm pretty sure reading in general saw a huge increase over these past three plus years - I know my reading has. And that's what I talk about today - of all the authors I've read since COVID, which would I include in my Top 10?#fantasy #scifi #SFF...
Episode 201: Wayward Pines Trilogy Breakdown
June 21, 2023 14:21 - 1 hour - 106 MBSpencer and Gabe of The Fantasy Files join Jim for a FULL SPOIL discussion of this exceptional and exciting science fiction trilogy by Blake Crouch. Spence pointed Jim at it after reading just book 1. Jim went on to read the rest of the trilogy before either Spence or Gabe. But now they are all on the same page, ready to talk it out for you.#fantasy #scifi #SFF #WaywardPinesFind Spencer and Gabe on Twitter and their YouTube Channel:Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilesFantasyYouTube: https://w...
Episode 200: Zach & Jim's 200th Episode Celebration
June 19, 2023 03:45 - 56 minutes - 77.8 MBOver 200 episodes now - how did that happen? And thank goodness, experience leads to improvement! Thanks for taking time to enjoy our content - in this celebration episode, Zach and I chat a bit about our experiences since starting the show, and then just have fun together - fun we think you'll enjoy.Ironically, Zach's audio equipment broke right near the end of the episode. I mean, it was glitching earlier on, but right at the end there was a complete collapse. We stumbled to a finish. 200 e...
Episode 199: One Jump Ahead (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 39-40)
June 08, 2023 01:01 - 57 minutes - 79 MBGot some major juggling going on here, as Nynaeve works to manipulate multiple options, anything to get a boat ASAP. For the love of the Light, how long will she have to have Birgitte shooting at her??? Results of desperation are on display in this episode, and perhaps the workings of the Pattern...#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.ne...
Episode 198: The Greatest Protagonist of Science Fiction & Fantasy - Ep. 199
June 04, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBZach and Jim have fun in this episode with a bracket style competition to whittle down who may be the greatest protagonist of SFF. Of course, this is limited by what they've personally read, but there is still plenty to draw from. Think we blew it? Let us know your thoughts!#fantasy #scifi #SFFJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate...
Episode 197: Get Over It (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 36-38)
May 28, 2023 12:49 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBThe aftermath of Birgitte's pull from The World of Dreams are covered here, some quick chapters with implications!#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: [email protected]. Find us on social media: Masto...
Episode 196: The Book Recommendation Challenge (with Spencer of The Fantasy Files)
May 26, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 98 MBPassing through Spencer's city of residence while traveling for work, Jim proposed collaborating on this episode where we would pitch various books and series at each other, eventually landing on a way that one of us would HAVE to read one of the options. Check out this video and get the goods (spoiler-lite) on 24 different books/series that you may want to add to your TBR - and see which one Spencer and Jim each have to read now before mid-July.#fantasy #scifi #SFF #ReadingForPleasure #TBR E...
Episode 195: Top 100 SFF Books: What I've Read, & What I Haven't (But Will I?)
May 21, 2023 15:32 - 52 minutes - 43.6 MBJim came across a list from some years back of the top 100 science fiction and fantasy books of all time, as voted on by readers. Obviously leaving out great reads of the past decade, it still is an amazing snapshot of the best of the best. In this episode, Jim touches on each book briefly, including his familiarly with the book, his thoughts on its placement on the list, and his plan for reading it if he hasn't yet done so. The TBR gets longer here, my friends!#fantasy #scifi #SFF #Top100 #N...
Episode 194: Torn (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 33-35)
May 14, 2023 21:56 - 1 hour - 114 MBThree fantastic chapters, with series-lasting implications. Just need to say three words here: Nynaeve, Birgitte, Moghedien. Wow.#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: [email protected]. Find us on socia...
Episode 193: Zach & Jim Unplugged
May 10, 2023 14:01 - 51 minutes - 71.7 MBTrying something new, Zach and Jim are here today to riff on whatever randomness comes to mind. We think this will be the start of something fun. Hope you enjoy!#fantasy #SFF #SciFiWe hope you'll Like and Subscribe!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: Fantasy...
Episode 192: Author Chat: Mark Tufo (Zombie Fallout, and So Much More!)
May 07, 2023 15:03 - 55 minutes - 77.3 MBA few years ago, Jim stumbled across this quirky, funny, somewhat disgusting, and definitely original sort of zombie apocalypse tale called Zombie Fallout. And he found it sort of like cocaine. Not that he has ever even SEEN cocaine, but we're playing the stereotype - after just that one taste, he couldn't get enough, and he starting doing anything the author (Mark Tufo) was offering. Which makes this a fantastic episode, as Jim gets to chat with Mark about his books, the meaning of life, and...
Episode 191: Marvel Cinematic Universe: Ranking Best to Worst
May 07, 2023 14:50 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBAt the time of this recording, there are 31 movies in what is considered the Marvel Cinematic Universe (the MCU). Which one is the best? Or the worst? Jim and Zach get together to spout their wisdom and debate their claims, as they make the case for rating from bottom to top all 31 of these films. Will they agree? Doubtful...#Marvel #MCU #Superheroes #MarvelComicsJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our mer...
Episode 190: Tips for Tackling Epic Fantasy
April 30, 2023 13:04 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBSome people find epic fantasy to be too intimidating. So books in the series! So many different characters! Too many places to keep straight! Too large a commitment! In this episode, Jim gives some advice for giving such series a try, flowing from his experience with many such epic fantasy series, including some that have been over 30 books in length.#fantasy #EpicFantasy #ReadingForPleasureJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Fantasy...
Episode 189: Live from JordanCon 2023
April 26, 2023 20:51 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBWe're back again, enjoying our second experience at JordanCon. Just as must goodness as last time? Better? Not so much? We'll tell you all about it in this livestream!#JordanCon #JordanCon2023 #wheeloftime #WoTWe hope you'll Like and Subscribe!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you downl...
Episode 188: Angel in the Snow (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 29-32)
April 19, 2023 14:13 - 1 hour - 130 MBWow, what can we say. Four amazing chapters, revealing so much! The series is never the same after this, for both good and bad. For bonus, Zach was under the weather, unable to go just before recording. Accepting a late invite, Patron and super-supporter Karri stepped in, her first time in front of the camera, and did a fantastic job serving in the "Zach role." Thanks, Karri!Irritatingly, even after ALL these episodes, tech glitches can still occur - Jim discovered after recording that his Ai...
Episode 187: Horror Movies to Love
April 16, 2023 15:21 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBJim has been a fan of the horror genre going back to childhood, both literature and film. In this episode, he focuses on the cinema, journeying through some of the best he's seen, movies that are representative of the breadth of horror films from the 1920's to today. Be afraid. Be very afraid. But really, just enjoy!Truly have to say, for this one, the video is better than the audio feed, so this may be a time you'll be better served by hopping over to our YouTube channel to watch: https://y...
Episode 186: To Read or Not to Read: The Death Gate Cycle
April 09, 2023 15:01 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBTime to bring you another spoiler-lite episode, this one with Jim's thoughts on the classic Death Gate Cycle by Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman. This is interesting for those who've read it, and safe for those who haven't. Come see my recommendation!#EpicFantasy #fantasy #DeathGateCycleJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review...
Episode 185: Author Chat: John Palladino (The Trials of Ashmount)
April 07, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour - 106 MBA few months ago Jim had the pleasure of reading The Trials of Ashmount, Book 1 of The Tragedy of Cedain, and absolutely loved it! Zach has since then also read and enjoyed this book, the first of a series. Join us as Jim brings on the author of this fantastic fantasy series, John Palladino, to discuss his book, his writing, the publishing experience, and what we can expect as Book 2 comes out in the near future!#fantasy #TheTrialsOfAshmount #TragedyOfCedainFind John on Twitter at @AGrimBasta...
Episode 184: Epic Fantasy Authors: The Best of the Best
April 02, 2023 11:41 - 52 minutes - 72.9 MBJust what is it that makes some fantasy fiction into "epic fantasy?" And who has brought that sort of game to their writing? That's what Zach and Jim discuss in this episode, going on to debate which authors they are familiar with ought to be considered among "The Best of the Best." See what you agree with, and what they miss.#EpicFantasy #fantasy Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www...
Episode 183: Secret Identity (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 26-28)
March 25, 2023 10:55 - 1 hour - 113 MBA major shift to the story occurs in these chapters, as two different groups of travelers arrive in a far flung location of Altara, coming upon a secret gathering of Aes Sedai. And what happens in these chapters will change the world. How? Well, we won't tell you yet... but we're really eager to share these events here with you!#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check...
Episode 182: To Read or Not to Read: Riyria Revelations
March 22, 2023 13:22 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBTime to share our spoiler-lite thoughts on another fantasy fiction series, this time one we'd never heard of until one of our fantastic Discord and Patreon friends/supporters pointed us in this direction. Here we share our thoughts, and hope to help people decide whether or not this might be for them. #RiyriaRevelations #fantasy #RiyriaJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreation...
Episode 181: Sweet Dreams (The Fires of Heaven, Ch. 23-25)
March 19, 2023 14:10 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBRand's Aiel group has arrived in Cairhien, and things are not looking good. And things are getting more complex in The World of Dreams, as well. Join us to see what's going on, warnings of things to come!#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenWe hope you'll Like and Subscribe!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review...
Episode 180: Cultivating a TBR
March 12, 2023 15:26 - 38 minutes - 31.7 MBFor Jim, building and managing his TBR is fun, quite a pleasure. Is he weird? Maybe. But then again, if you love books and look forward to all you may eventually read, you may share his weirdness. Come along and learn about he cultivates his TBR, and see what ideas you may pick up - along with what suggestions you might send his way!#fantasy #scifi #TBR #ReadingForPleasure Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check o...
Episode 179: The Walking Dead: An Epic Franchise
March 08, 2023 14:03 - 27 minutes - 22.5 MBScience Fiction did it first, thanks to properties like Star Trek, Star Wars, and Battlestar Galactica. Fantasy finally made it with the help of The Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones. Did what? Broke into the mainstream. And for the Zombie Apocalypse what finally got this sub-genre over the hump, from niche interest to broad cultural relevance, was The Walking Dead. Jim has already established himself as a fan, but he's SO not alone. There are SO MANY fanatical fans of this series, both t...
Episode 178: Rate a Magic System Series - The Magicians Trilogy
March 05, 2023 14:52 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBJim and Zach return to one of their early episode types, for the first time on video, as they break down the hard vs. soft elements of the magic system utilized by Lev Grossman in his literary creation, The Magicians Trilogy. Check it out and see what you think.#fantasy #TheMagiciansJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review u...
Episode 177: Simple Gifts (The Fires of Heaven, Ch.19-22)
February 26, 2023 14:37 - 1 hour - 151 MBWe've got some revelations and activity in Caemlyn for you today, and then some big stuff with Rand and the Aiel. Action, action, action. Come join us!We hope you'll Like and Subscribe!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content.Email us: [email protected]. Find us ...
Episode 176: ReReads I'd Love to Do
February 22, 2023 21:45 - 27 minutes - 22.6 MBSo much to read, so little time. Yet, with all the books still waiting out there, there are actually some series that Jim would really love to reread instead. But not just any old books. It takes a certain something special to command a reread. Come along as Jim shares the ones that just might suck him back in.#fantasy #FantasyBooks #scifi #SciFiBooks #TBR #reread Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our m...
Episode 175: SFF Villains It’s So Fun to Despise
February 19, 2023 16:06 - 34 minutes - 28.5 MBGreat writers can create villains that are just delightful in the absolute worst ways. And such villains? We love to hate on them. It's great to see their demise. We root for them to fall in the worst way. In this episode, Jim shares some of these types of villains, from his reading and viewing experience, the ones he's just relished despising. Come see if you agree, and tell him who he missed. Who else should be on this list?#fantasy #FantasyBooks #scifi #SciFiBooks #TBR #villains Join us on...
Episode 174: All-Time Best Marvel Comics
February 12, 2023 15:17 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBJim and Zach are both big Marvel fans. Jim has obviously been a fan for longer, the benefits of age. In this "Just Jim" episode, he shares his thoughts on the best all-time of Marvel Comics. Have a watch/listen, and see what you think.#fantasy #Marvel #MarvelComics #superheroes #xmenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & review u...
Episode 173: The Greatest Show (The Fires of Heaven, Ch.16-18)
February 08, 2023 15:23 - 1 hour - 115 MBAre you ready for the circus? That's what our group is going to find out today, because the chaos is going to force their hands. We get to see what drives Nynaeve and Elayne to run away with a menagerie in this episode. Oh, and we also get to catch up with the mysterious Black Ajah, and a certain Forsaken. Good stuff!#thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our me...
Episode 172: Books Jim Bought but Never Read - and Still Should!
February 05, 2023 14:56 - 16 minutes - 16 MBDo you have this problem, or is it just Jim? Over the years he has bought SO MANY BOOKS, and honestly he's lost track of some. For this episode Jim took a look through his bookshelves and found some gems he completely forgot he already owned. In some cases, they were already on the TBR; in other cases, they are there now! But are they all worthy? Check out this reveal of the hidden treasures of the library of Jim.#fantasy #FantasyBooks #scifi #SciFiBooks #TBRJoin us on Discord: https://discor...
Episode 171: Jim's Top 10 Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors, and Why
February 01, 2023 15:20 - 26 minutes - 49.9 MBSo many great authors, writing such marvelous works of fiction! As Jim continues to move through his TBR, adding to what he has experienced over decades of reading, how is it shaping his preferences? Here in this episode, Jim discusses his current favorite SFF authors - certainly different than what he would have said just a year or two ago. How much will you agree with? How wrong will you think he is? Listen to find out.#fantasy #FantasyBooks #scifi #SciFiBooks #TBRWe hope you'll Like and Su...
Episode 170: Marvel Movie & TV Content: Our Thoughts
January 29, 2023 15:23 - 42 minutes - 59.5 MBThere has been SO MUCH MARVEL in recent years. After a few sputtering false starts, Iron Man came out as a game changer, and since then Marvel has been a juggernaut (heh, heh, heh). But is it worthwhile? Is so much Marvel too much Marvel? Can there be too much? These and other questions will get discovered as we, simple Marvel fans, go all expert in our opinionated commentary. Join us! #Marvel #MarvelCinematicUniverse #MCU #Comics #MarvelComics #fantasy #superheroesJoin us on Discord: https:/...
Episode 169: Dream On (The Wheel of Time: The Fires of Heaven: Ch. 13-15)
January 25, 2023 16:41 - 1 hour - 103 MBWho's ready for some time in Tel'aran'rhiod? Nynaeve and Elayne appear to be, as they experience some adventures both in and out of the World of Dreams through these three chapters. #thewheeloftime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJim's mic took on a mind of its own, as did his computer during this recording, so Jim's sound is more tinny than usual. Sorry!We hope you'll Like and Subscribe!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyFor...
Episode 167: Expanding Further on "The Expanse"
January 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBGuests Jake & Spencer join Jim for another round on The Expanse, this time discussing the short stories and novellas of The Expanse, as well as then just fan-geeking out over all sorts and sundry of things Expanse. Hope you enjoy!Big thanks to Spencer, a last minute replacement for Leigh-a Roofmistress (due to illness). Missed our first episode on The Expanse? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/9EBtnFqkhtM #TheExpanse #scifi #SciFiBooks #fantasyJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6q...
Episode 168: Zombie Apocalypse Reading Recommendations
January 22, 2023 17:13 - 36 minutes - 69.1 MBIf you've been following our content for much time at all, you've likely discovered that Jim and Zach have some differences in their reading preferences. This episode is all about one of those, as Jim really enjoys zombie apocalypse literature. Zach? Meh. So this is a "Just Jim" episode as he gives his thoughts and recommendations on this horror/fantasy subgenre. #Zombies #fantasy #horror #ZombieApocalypseJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patr...
Episode 166: Into the West (The Wheel of Time: The Fires of Heaven: Ch. 11-12)
January 15, 2023 15:35 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MBTime to find out again what's up with our favorite former Sister, Siuan Sanche, along with getting the details of all that's happening around them. Here's a couple of fairly short chapters, but more significant than one might first realize. #TheWheelOfTime #fantasy #WoT #TheFiresOfHeavenJoin us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesRate & revi...