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SciFi & Fantasy Read Along

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discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 9

July 23, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

 Ch 46 - END WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.   This is the final episode of this podcast.  If you'd like to contact us directly, use the following email: [email protected]  Thank you to Setuni...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 8

July 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

Ch 42 - 45 WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subscribe, tell your friends and leave us friendl...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 7

June 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

 Ch 37-41:  The Lady arrives and the fight to destroy the Black Castle ensues. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the ...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 6

June 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

 Ch 31-36:  The Black Company arrives in Juniper with orders to siege the Black Castle. Shed's position in Juniper is growing more untenable, so he bolts for parts unknown. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Plea...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 5

May 27, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Ch 26 - 30:  There's a shake-up among the Black Company in Juniper, but they finally have their body supplier; and the black castle begins to take more direct action. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, ke...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 4

May 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Ch 19 - 25:  Shed is the worst, and the black company's failings aren't going unnoticed by Whisper. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encour...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 3

May 09, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

 Ch 14 - 18:  Croaker and friends begin infiltrating the Buskin after an unexpected sighting, and Shed tires of being a coward for one winter night. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments releva...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 2

April 27, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

 Ch 10 - 13: Croaker and Goblin get ferried  to the Barrowlands by the taken Whisper , then on to Juniper as the Lady's attentions are drawn to the Black Castle. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep co...

discussing Shadows Linger by Glen Cook -- part 1

April 18, 2022 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Ch 1 - 9: Six years have passed since the events of The Black Company. The Company is 2000 miles east of Charm. Meanwhile, Raven and Darling are about equidistant to the East, slumming it in Juniper. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual ...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 13

April 09, 2022 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

Ch 13 -- Adam and Eve of Mars, and Leo returns to Earth WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subs...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 12

March 27, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Pre-warning Warning: Psychoactive experiences are discussed in this episode Ch 12 -- Barney and Palmer merge and part in each other's body, and Leo finds Barney at Chicken Pox Prospect, still himself WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 11

March 18, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

  Ch 11 -- Leo and Felix can't find Barney, and Barney goes for a Chew-Z ride WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the p...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 10

March 09, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

 Ch 10 -- Palmer Eldritch delivers and Barney goes deep WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subs...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 9

February 27, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Ch 9 -- Barney and Anne frolic and a DJ gives marching orders WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 8

February 18, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Ch 7 -- Anne Hawthorne's descent WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subscribe, tell your friend...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 7

February 09, 2022 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Ch 7 -- Barney Mayerson's descent WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subscribe, tell your frien...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 6

January 27, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

 Ch 6 -- Leo Bulero continues his nightmarish imprisonment WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. S...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 5

January 18, 2022 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Ch 5 -- The Hnatts begin their evolutionary journey and Leo Bulero has a surprising encounter on Luna WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encou...

Three Stigmata Ch 4 Extras -- Ch 5 on the 18th of Jan '22

January 09, 2022 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MB

This is a short conversation between myself, Uel and Phil. It was cut from the previous episode for length.  We'll be back with ch 5 in 9 days. Instagram -- Follow SFFRA for episode announcements and general podcast info @scifi_fantasy_read_along  If you'd like to contact us directly, use the following email: [email protected]  Thank you to Setuniman for letting us use his beautiful piano loop.  https://freesound.org/people/Setuniman/  The cover art from the novel used ...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 4

December 27, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Ch 4 -- Leo Bulero is thwarted by the UN on Ganymede, so he enlists Barney Mayerson to see a way through to Palmer Eldritch. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episod...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 3

December 19, 2021 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

Ch 3 -- Richard Hnatt sells mins to a toy-like stranger; and Life on Mars WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podca...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 2

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

 Ch 2 -- A day in the life of Leo Bulero, corporate king, drug lord, womanizer.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" th...

discussing The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch by Philip K. Dick -- 1

November 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

Ch 1 -- the stage is set: Earth is slowly evolving toward a Venusian climate. Our characters are revealed: struggling amidst mundane concerns. But a star ship has crashed on Pluto, and the homeopapes are speculating on the return of Palmer Eldritch, absent these last 10 years. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avo...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Eleven (11 of 11)

November 18, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

 Ch 10 -- The narrator and Billy merge in Dresden WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subscribe,...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Ten

November 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MB

Ch 9 -- the war is over, and escaping to New York City WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subsc...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Nine

October 27, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

 Ch 8 -- the bombing of Dresden, and the anniversary party WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. S...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Eight

October 18, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Ch 7 -- in which our band of American prisoners adapt to life in Dresden. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podca...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Seven

October 09, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Ch 6 -- by the end of which, Billy Pilgrim sees Dresden. So it goes. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Six (or Five B)

September 27, 2021 06:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Six (or 5b) in which we finish up chapter five. Billy visits his honeymoon, and gets tangled in barbed wire. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like t...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Five

September 18, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Five A -- in which, the Americans are interred at the extermination camp WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcas...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Five A

September 18, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Five A -- in which, the Americans are interred at the extermination camp WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcas...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Four

September 09, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Four -- in which Billy Pilgrim is abducted by aliens and the American G.I.s arrive at an extermination camp. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like t...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Three

August 27, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

 Three -- in which a river of American humiliation flows East WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- Two

August 18, 2021 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Two -- in which a second narrative evolves; one that loosely orbits around Billie Pilgrim just after the Battle of the Bulge, but also in 1967, and at other times, too. So it goes. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned...

discussing Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut -- One

August 09, 2021 06:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

One -- which, in the rambling style of a beloved madman, introduces us to the novel, its narrator and fair helping of disorder. Peace. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the curr...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 10

July 27, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

The Open Sea -- in which Sparrowhawk confronts his shadow WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Su...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 9

July 18, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Iffish -- in which Sparrowhawk pursuit of an enemy leads him to an old friend. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the ...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 8

July 09, 2021 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Hunting -- in which Sparrowhawk faces his fears and the Shadow. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you ...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 7

June 27, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

The Hawk's Flight, in which Sparrowhawk is snared within the Court of Terranon. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 6

June 18, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

In this episode: despite some celebrity, Sparrowhawk is rebuffed by Roke...in the chapter titled Hunted. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to en...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 5

June 09, 2021 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

  In this episode: Sparrowhawk negotiates with a dragon! WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Sub...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 4

May 27, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

In this episode: Sparrowhawk has had enough of Jasper, and a great wizard pays the price. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd like to encourage you to...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 3

May 17, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

 In this episode: Sparrowhawk is admitted to the School for Wizards on Roke Island and finally meets his peers. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned.  Please, keep comments relevant to the current episode.  We'd lik...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 2

May 09, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

 In this episode: Sparrowhawk explores his new environment and discovers he and Master Ogion aren't the best fit. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a casual reader... be warned. We'd like to encourage you to "like" the podcast if you do. Subs...

discussing A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin -- Ch 1

April 23, 2021 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

In this episode Gab and Blab begin discussing a high-water mark in the fantasy genre. This novel put Ursula K. Le Guin on the map in 1968, and the release of The Left Hand of Darkness, a sci-fi masterwork, the following year settled her comfortably among the pantheon. WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoile...

discussing Foundation by Isaac Asimov -- part 6 of 6

April 09, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

 In this episode: Master Trader Hober Mallow follows a hunch that leads him ever closer to the next Seldon Crisis. SFFRA is a book/podcast aiming for an in-depth discussion of some genre notables that get us excited.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left o...

discussing Foundation by Isaac Asimov -- part 5

March 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

In this episode: Master Trader Hober Mallow is enlisted to "investigate" the disappearance of 3 Foundation trader ships in the Korellian system. SFFRA is a book/podcast aiming for an in-depth discussion of some genre notables that get us excited.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-...

discussing Foundation by Isaac Asimov -- part 5 of 6

March 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

In this episode: Master Trader Hober Mallow is enlisted to "investigate" the disappearance of 3 Foundation trader ships in the Korellian system. SFFRA is a book/podcast aiming for an in-depth discussion of some genre notables that get us excited.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-...

discussing Foundation by Isaac Asimov -- part 4

March 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

In this episode: Limmar Ponyets is dragged into a bad situation getting worse on the planet Askone. SFFRA is a book/podcast aiming for an in-depth discussion of some genre notables that get us excited.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-reading reveals secrets left obscure to a cas...

discussing Foundation by Isaac Asimov -- part 3

February 23, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

In this episode: Salvor Hardin and the Foundation face another crisis, this one in the form of an vitreolic Regent to the throne of Anacreon. SFFRA is a book/podcast aiming for an in-depth discussion of some genre notables that get us excited.  WARNING: These episodes are intended as a supplement to the reading. Anything revealed in a section is subject to a "what we know so far" discussion, with a greater than 0% chance of related speculation. We always avoid spoilers, BUT, if a close-rea...