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Tales From The Bridge: Science Fiction Books and Authors

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Tales From the Bridge is a bi-weekly Science Fiction podcast. Join Tristan, Kevin, James, and Sam as they chat with your favourite science fiction authors and filmmakers. We also discuss the best in sci-fi, from books and graphic novels - to television and film. We cover cutting-edge concepts in our news segment, Science Fiction-Science Fact, and throw in a bit of trivia for fun. 

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TFTB Ep.97: Book Review of The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey

April 17, 2024 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MB

 On this episode of TFTB we review The Expanse - the whole series, by James S.A. Corey.  We are big fans of these novels, and the show, so if you're into the Expanse, or happen to be Expanse-curious, this is the episode for you.  We also challenge the idea that Mars is the best planetary neighbour for colonization, and circle back to Karl Schroeder's argument for Venus.  We'll also share what other sci-fi books, comics, and shows that we're enjoying such as Dune Part 2 and G.I Joe . As alway...

TFTB Ep.96: A chat with BH Panhuyzen

April 03, 2024 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

BH (Brian Henri) Panhuyzen has published four works of fiction a collection of short stories and three novels, along with stories in literary and speculative fiction magazines. Kevin and Tristan have a great chat with Brian about his latest novel, A Tidy Armageddon. We also talk about  anti-consumerism, his software development background, music and our fascination with the apocalypse. https://brianpanhuyzen.com/ Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you...

TFTB Extra: Highlights from Toronto ComiCon Sci-Fi/Fantasy Pop Quiz

March 20, 2024 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

 "Do you know who the 8th Doctor was? Or how many miles it is from Hobbiton to Mordor? Join us for this interactive panel as we ask the audience fun questions of all kinds. Prizes to be handed out to the highest scoring nerds!" This episode consists of some of the highlights from our panel at Toronto Comicon 2024. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us ...

TFTB Ep.95: A chat with Richard K. Morgan

March 06, 2024 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Kevin and Tristan sit down with multi-award winning author, Richard Morgan. Richard wrote the cyberpunk thriller novel, Altered Carbon, that was adapted for a series on Netflix. He talks to us about writing for Marvel, video games, and his latest novel. We also talk about Mars, punk-isms, social-politics and more. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or email us a...

TFTB Ep.94: Book Review of The Thousand Earths by Stephen Baxter

February 28, 2024 23:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

In this episode we review The Thousand Earths, by Stephen Baxter.  This was an interesting book, but we're not in agreement on this one.  On Science Fiction - Science Fact we look at bringing loved ones back from the dead using AI.  If this sounds like a Black Mirror episode you'd be right.  We also get into the book of the month, and we've got a pretty great pick for you this month. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast...

TFTB Ep.93: Emerging Author Series: Adrian M. Gibson

February 21, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

This month we begin our long-awaited 'Emerging Author Series' where we sit down with a rising talent in the SFF world.  We're starting strong with Adrian M. Gibson.  Adrian will introduce us to Fungal Punk, and we will chat about his new book Mushroom Blues, which will be available March 19th 2024. Adrian is a Canadian speculative fiction author, podcaster and illustrator. In 2021, he created the SFF Addicts podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow author M. J. Kuhn. The two host in-depth in...

TFTB Ep.92: A chat with sci-fi legend, Joe Haldeman

February 07, 2024 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

On the show this week is science fiction legend, Joe Haldeman. If you read sci-fi, you've probably read, or at least heard of The Forever War. Perhaps the first anti-war science fiction book written by a veteran. Joe is one of the few authors to have won both the Hugo and Nebula awards, and he is also a lifetime member and past president of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA).  We talk about his friendship with Robert A. Heinlein, politics in sci-fi, and the evolution o...

TFTB Ep.91: Book Review of Take Us To Your Chief

January 24, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode we look at brain hacking on ‘Science Fiction - Science Fact’, and ask the critical question: If you’re holding in a fart would you unintentionally broadcast it to the world?  We also share what else we've been reading which includes; Wise Man's Fear, The Lord of The Rings, The Nexus Trilogy, The Nature of Oaks, System Collapse, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.  Of course, we discuss the book of the month; Take Us To Your Chief by Drew Hayden Taylor.  Finally, we reve...

TFTB Ep.90: A Chat with Drew Hayden Taylor

January 10, 2024 23:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Joining us on the Bridge is award-winning playwright, author, columnist, film maker, and lecturer, Drew Hayden Taylor.  Originally from Curve Lake First Nations, in Central Ontario, Drew has spent the last two decades travelling the world and writing about it from the indigenous perspective.  In this episode, we discuss his upcoming work, and his book; Take us to your Chief, a collection of sci-fi stories reinvented with a contemporary First Nations outlook. We will also be reviewing this bo...

TFTB Ep.89: A Chat with Joel Fishbane, Author and Story Analyst

December 27, 2023 23:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

If you're working on your next novel or screenplay, this is the episode for you. This week on TFTB we sit down with  award-winning novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, Joel Fishbane.  In addition to being a celebrated author, Joel is also a story analyst who assists writers and studios in developing screenplays. Joel gives us some advice on developing a good story, on navigating the industry as a full-time writer, and some pitfalls to avoid. Joel is best known for his novel The Thunder ...

TFTB Ep.88: A Chat with Dennis E. Taylor

December 13, 2023 23:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

In this episode we sit down for a chat with celebrated Sci-Fi author, Dennis E. Taylor. He is probably best known for his Bobiverse Series. The books look at how uploaded consciousness, and self-replication could be used to explore interstellar space - and the risks of cryogenically freezing your brain! We also get some hints on what Dennis is working on next, and we're excited to give you a peek. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have ...

TFTB Ep.87: Book Review - Sea of Tranquility

November 29, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

In this episode we introduce James, a new voice on the bridge. We discuss the book of the month, Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel. We also chat about a few other books we've been reading such as Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, A Big Ship at the Edge of the Universe, System Collapse and Rendezvous with Rama. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or ema...

TFTB Ep.87: Book Review of Sea of Tranquility

November 29, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

In this episode we introduce James, a new voice on the bridge. We discuss the book of the month, Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel. We also chat about a few other books we've been reading such as Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, A Big Ship at the Edge of the Universe, System Collapse and Rendezvous with Rama. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media links below or ema...

TFTB Ep.86: A chat with Ryka Aoki

November 15, 2023 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

In this episode, Sam and Tristan sit down with Ryka Aoki to talk art, music, writing, and personal journeys. Ryka is a poet, composer, teacher, and novelist. If you enjoyed  ‘Light From Uncommon Stars’  you’ll be as excited as we are about this one.  ‘Light From Uncommon Stars’ was an Alex, and Otherwise Award winner, and a finalist for the Hugo, Locus, and Ignyte Awards. You can check out our review of "Light From Uncommon Stars" in Episode 74 of TFTB.  Ryka is also a two-time Lambda Lite...

TFTB Ep.85: Book Review - To Sleep in a Sea of Stars

November 01, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this episode, we review Christopher Paolini's first significant foray into the Sci-fi genre: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars. We also consider what it might be like to live in an asteroid with self-replicating robot friends as company.  Strange, we know... but someone has devised a way to do it, and it's pretty cool. We also chat about what we're watching and reading if you're looking for recommendations. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to...

TFTB Ep.85: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars

November 01, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

In this episode, we review Christopher Paolini's first significant foray into the Sci-fi genre: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars. We also consider what it might be like to live in an asteroid with self-replicating robot friends as company.  Strange, we know... but someone has devised a way to do it, and it's pretty cool. We also chat about what we're watching and reading if you're looking for recommendations. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to...

TFTB Ep.84: Peter Watts & MJ Kuhn - Trivia from the Bridge

October 18, 2023 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Peter and MJ join us for another Trivia from the Bridge episode in which they are tested on their science fiction and fantasy knowledge. Many of the questions are tailored to our guests to incite interesting conversation regarding their writing and interests. Peter's website: rifters.com MJ's website: mjkuhn.com SFF Addicts Podcast on Apple, YouTube Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our...

TFTB Ep.83: A chat with Alix E. Harrow

October 04, 2023 22:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Join us as we sit down with NYT bestselling author Alix Harrow. Her work has earned her a Hugo, the shortlist for the Nebula, the World Fantasy Award, a Locus, and the Southern Book Prize. We talk about her latest work, Starling House, which is a gothic fantasy coming out in October. We also get some book recommendations and the pleasure of chatting with someone who is just effortlessly cool.  Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on t...

TFTB Ep.82: A chat with Andy Weir

September 20, 2023 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

 In this episode, we sit down with a fan favourite.  Our listeners already know Andy Weir as the author of The Martian and Project Hail Mary.  We chat about getting books made into movies, how to create a believable alien, and his latest work; Project Hail Mary.  Andy also reveals some Easter eggs for the first time, so be sure to hang out to the end for that. We had a lot of fun with Andy, and we’re sure you’re going to like this one. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to re...

TFTB Ep.81: Book review - The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut

September 13, 2023 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

Annnnd we're back! After taking a hiatus this summer, we're ready to launch our 3rd season - and we have some great interviews in store for you.  In this episode, we've got Science Fiction - Science Fact, we share what we've been reading over the summer, we review Kurt Vonnegut's second novel, The Sirens of Titan (Spoiler: Sam managed to upset Tristan with his review), and we reveal our next book of the month. We also have a special segment for you at the end of the show; in August, we att...

TFTB Ep.80: A Conversation with Neill Blomkamp & Peter Watts - The Extended Cut

August 09, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Listeners of TFTB could always use a little more Peter Watts. And because Neill Blomkamp's new film, Gran Turismo, opens this week -  here is the extended recording. The original release of this episode was 8/21/2021 We sit down with Hollywood Director, Producer, Writer and Animator, Neill Blomkamp, and Hard-Sci-fi author Peter Watts. For this grand meeting of the minds, we cover space vampires, human extinction, the justification for sentience, and discover how a little bit of solipsism c...

TFTB Ep.79: Joseph Marcell & David Menkin - Trivia from the Bridge

July 26, 2023 22:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Joseph Marcell (Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, King Lear, Doctor Who) and David Menkin (Final Fantasy XVI, Thunderbirds Are Go, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga) join us on the bridge to play a quiz game that prompts insightful conversation and interesting stories from both of these fantastic talents. You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our m...

TFTB Ep.78: Year Two - A look back at our favourite moments

July 12, 2023 22:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As we wrap our second season, we reflect on our favourite moments of the year. We had 27 guests on the show; authors, a few scientists, and even a couple who may have played one on TV.  We will share our highlights and some indelible moments. We also talk about some of our favourite books from season 2 and preview what's to come in the fall. Please let us know if there is a book you want us to review or an author you want us to have on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social med...

TFTB Ep.77: Book review - Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds

June 28, 2023 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

In this episode, we look at the problem of artificial gravity and a creative solution to the problem. We also have some beach reads for your Summer reading list and our next book of the month. We then travel back to the year 2000 to review Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds. This is the first novel of what would become a highly regarded series that helped redefine the scope of just how vast a space opera could be. This series helped shape the genre as we know it today - so be sure to ch...

TFTB Ep.76: A chat with Kate Elliott, author of The Sun Chronicles

June 14, 2023 22:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Science fiction and fantasy author Kate Elliott joins us on the bridge in this episode. Kate has been publishing award-winning books for over 30 years, and you may know her from the New York Times bestselling series Court of Fives. Her latest sci-fi novel is Furious Heaven, the second instalment of The Sun Chronicles Series. This grand space opera was inspired by the conquests of Alexander the Great, and has been winning accolades from the likes of Ann Leckie and many more.  Visit Kate's ...

TFTB Ep.75: A chat with Hugh Howey the author behind Silo

May 31, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Have you had a chance to check out Silo on Apple TV? We sit down with the author behind the series, Hugh Howey. We discuss the process he went through to bring his books to the streaming service. We also talk about his next series on AMC based on his book Beacon 23. We also manage to cover AI (because everyone is), emerging technologies, and wayfinding at sea. Visit Hugh's website here. https://hughhowey.com/ Follow Hugh on Twitter here. https://twitter.com/hughhowey You can also find mor...

TFTB Ep.75: Hugh Howey the author behind Silo

May 31, 2023 22:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Have you had a chance to check out Silo on Apple TV? We sit down with the author behind the series, Hugh Howey. We discuss the process he went through to bring his books to the streaming service. We also talk about his next series on AMC based on his book Beacon 23. We also manage to cover AI (because everyone is), emerging technologies, and wayfinding at sea. Visit Hugh's website here. https://hughhowey.com/ Follow Hugh on Twitter here. https://twitter.com/hughhowey You can also find mor...

TFTB Ep.74: Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki

May 17, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB

We start things off with chatting about suburban delivery drones and the likelihood of your icy mocha frappuccino dropping right on your doorstep from above. We discuss the other books we've been reading and TV & film we've been watching. Ryka Aoki's Light from Uncommon Stars was the book of the month and it seems that everyone on the bridge was very happy with this pick. We end things with Kevin's book pick of the month. It's a good one.... You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on A...

TFTB Ep.74: Book Review - Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki

May 17, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

We start things off with chatting about suburban delivery drones and the likelihood of your icy mocha frappuccino dropping right on your doorstep from above. We discuss the other books we've been reading and TV & film we've been watching. Ryka Aoki's Light from Uncommon Stars was the book of the month and it seems that everyone on the bridge was very happy with this pick. We end things with Kevin's book pick of the month. It's a good one.... You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on A...

TFTB Ep.73: Martha Wells

May 03, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Martha Wells joins us to talk about a big year of book releases. Witch King is a return to fantasy for Martha and will be published in May 2023.  System Collapse, the latest book in The Murderbot Diaries series,  will be released in November 2023. Martha has also been revising her second novel City of Bones which was first published in 1995. We talk about her writing process, world building, and much more. Visit Martha's website: marthawells.com You can also find more Tales From The Bridg...

TFTB Ep.73: A chat with Martha Wells

May 03, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

Martha Wells joins us to talk about a big year of book releases. Witch King is a return to fantasy for Martha and will be published in May 2023.  System Collapse, the latest book in The Murderbot Diaries series,  will be released in November 2023. Martha has also been revising her second novel City of Bones which was first published in 1995. We talk about her writing process, world building, and much more. Visit Martha's website: marthawells.com You can also find more Tales From The Bridg...

TFTB Ep.72: Robert Duncan McNeill - Trivia from the Bridge

April 19, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Robert Duncan McNeill teleported to the bridge to play a quiz game that has us talking a lot about Star Trek and how it all started. We hear about his podcast, The Delta Flyers, and his directing career that consists of dozens of fantastic TV shows including the recently acclaimed sci-fi/comedy series Resident Alien in which Robbie also produces. Check out The Delta Flyers Podcast. Follow Robbie on Twitter here. You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our websit...

TFTB Ep.71: Book Review - Beggars In Spain by Nancy Kress

April 05, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

We start this episode by discussing the implications of simulation theory and the possible ways in which we could escape. Then we take the time to chat about the books we've been reading aside from the book of the month. Have a book recommendation? Let us know what it is! You can find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple Podcasts: http...

TFTB Ep.71: Beggars In Spain by Nancy Kress

April 05, 2023 22:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

We start this episode by discussing the implications of simulation theory and the possible ways in which we could escape. Then we take the time to chat about the books we've been reading aside from the book of the month. Have a book recommendation? Let us know what it is! You can find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple Podcasts: http...

TFTB Ep.70: A chat with Fonda Lee

March 15, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

 Fonda Lee is the author of the epic fantasy Green Bone Saga, beginning with Jade City, continuing in Jade War, and concluding in Jade Legacy. She is also the author of the science fiction novels Zeroboxer, Exo and Cross Fire, and two novellas, the Green Bone Saga prequel The Jade Setter of Janloon, and the upcoming Untethered Sky.  She has also written acclaimed short fiction and been an instructor at writing workshops including Viable Paradise and Clarion West. Visit Fonda's website fond...

TFTB Ep.70: Fonda Lee

March 15, 2023 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

 Fonda Lee is the author of the epic fantasy Green Bone Saga, beginning with Jade City, continuing in Jade War, and concluding in Jade Legacy. She is also the author of the science fiction novels Zeroboxer, Exo and Cross Fire, and two novellas, the Green Bone Saga prequel The Jade Setter of Janloon, and the upcoming Untethered Sky.  She has also written acclaimed short fiction and been an instructor at writing workshops including Viable Paradise and Clarion West. Visit Fonda's website fond...

TFTB Ep.69: A chat with Gareth L. Powell

March 08, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Gareth L. Powell stopped by the bridge to talk about his latest book, Descendant Machine (Available April 11). We discuss his experience writing alongside Peter Hamilton, moving to California, ChatGPT, and much more. Visit Gareth's website here. Follow Gareth on Twitter. Check out linktree for more links here. You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge...

TFTB Ep.69: Gareth L. Powell

March 08, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Gareth L. Powell stopped by the bridge to talk about his latest book, Descendant Machine (Available April 11). We discuss his experience writing alongside Peter Hamilton, moving to California, ChatGPT, and much more. Visit Gareth's website here. Follow Gareth on Twitter. Check out linktree for more links here. You can also find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge...

TFTB Ep.68: Sean Gunn - Trivia from the Bridge

February 22, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MB

We are super delighted to have Sean Gunn join us on TFTB. He is most well known for portraying Kraglin from the Guardians of the Galaxy films, Weasel from Suicide Squad, and Kirk from The Gilmore Girls. We have a great time with this pop quiz that insights conversation about acting in a Troma film, Sean's favourite music, working as a motion capture actor in numerous roles, his buddy Michael Rooker and brother James Gunn, the new Guardians movie that comes to theatres this May, basketball tr...

TFTB Ep. 67: A chat with David Zindell

February 15, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

David Zindell returns to speak with us about the launch of his new book, The Remembrancer's Tale - the first new installation in the Neverness universe in 25 years, since his Requiem for Homo Sapiens ended in 1998.  We discuss why he has returned to Neverness to describe the next stage of evolution in humans and the universe, the metaphysics of memory, the relationship of Truth and Beauty, his conversation with Timothy Leary, and the scientific as well as aesthetic reasons to reject a reduct...

TFTB Ep. 67: David Zindell

February 15, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

David Zindell returns to speak with us about the launch of his new book, The Remembrancer's Tale - the first new installation in the Neverness universe in 25 years, since his Requiem for Homo Sapiens ended in 1998.  We discuss why he has returned to Neverness to describe the next stage of evolution in humans and the universe, the metaphysics of memory, the relationship of Truth and Beauty, his conversation with Timothy Leary, and the scientific as well as aesthetic reasons to reject a reduct...

TFTB Ep.66: We Are Legion (We Are Bob) by Dennis E. Taylor

February 08, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Join us as we discuss a possible hack in the universe, we chat about Dennis Taylor's Bobiverse books, we find out what book we're reading next, and end things, as usual, with some trivia.  You can always find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-bridge-all-things-sci-fi/id1...

TFTB Ep.66: Book Review - We Are Legion (We Are Bob) by Dennis E. Taylor

February 08, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Join us as we discuss a possible hack in the universe, we chat about Dennis Taylor's Bobiverse books, we find out what book we're reading next, and end things, as usual, with some trivia.  You can always find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, and you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-bridge-all-things-sci-fi/id1...

TFTB Ep.65: A chat with Kim Stanley Robinson

February 01, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

We are thrilled to have Kim Stanley Robinson join us on the bridge to discuss the impact of his latest novel, The Ministry for the Future.  Stan's writing career has spanned almost 50 years, and he has won World Fantasy Award, the BSFA, the John W. Campbell, Hugo and multiple Locus and Nebulas for his novels and short fiction, as well as the Robert A. Heinlein Award and Arthur C. Clark Award for his entire body of work.    The Ministry for the Future was included on President Obama’s list ...

TFTB Ep.65: Kim Stanley Robinson

February 01, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

We are thrilled to have Kim Stanley Robinson join us on the bridge to discuss the impact of his latest novel, The Ministry for the Future.  Stan's writing career has spanned almost 50 years, and he has won World Fantasy Award, the BSFA, the John W. Campbell, Hugo and multiple Locus and Nebulas for his novels and short fiction, as well as the Robert A. Heinlein Award and Arthur C. Clark Award for his entire body of work.    The Ministry for the Future was included on President Obama’s list ...

TFTB Ep.64: Matt Weinhold & James Gonis - Trivia From The Bridge

January 25, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Matt and James from Monster Party Podcast join us for a fun trivia session that tests your knowledge of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror films. Monster Party Podcast: What happens when four Comic Con hardened sci-fi/horror fans sit around some microphones, slam down cocktails, and argue about all things monstrous? It's a podcast called Monster Party!! Check out Monster Party Podcast at monsterpartypodcast.libsyn.com/ You can always find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our w...

TFTB Ep.63: A chat with Ness Brown

January 18, 2023 23:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Ness Brown stopped by the bridge to chat about their new book, The Scourge Between Stars. We discuss many topics from microbiology and astrophysics to pandemic inspiration and the writing process. Visit Ness' website ness-brown.com Follow Ness on Instagram here and Twitter here. You can always find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple P...

TFTB Ep.63: Ness Brown

January 18, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Ness Brown stopped by the bridge to chat about their new book, The Scourge Between Stars. We discuss many topics from microbiology and astrophysics to pandemic inspiration and the writing process. Visit Ness' website ness-brown.com Follow Ness on Instagram here and Twitter here. You can always find more Tales From The Bridge on Apple Podcasts or our website, you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to see what is happening on The Bridge. Check out our many links: Apple P...

TFTB Ep.62: A chat with Eric Choi

January 11, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

We had the pleasure of meeting with Eric Choi recently. Eric has recently published a collection of hard sci-fi shortstories called Just Like Being There, and is also an engineer and business development manager at GHGSat, working at the forefront of the space industry. In our conversation we talk about both science fiction and science fact, regarding space exploration, signs of extraterrestrial intelligence  and protecting explanations from  contamination by terrestrial microbes. Visit Eri...

TFTB Ep.62: Eric Choi

January 11, 2023 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

We had the pleasure of meeting with Eric Choi recently. Eric has recently published a collection of hard sci-fi shortstories called Just Like Being There, and is also an engineer and business development manager at GHGSat, working at the forefront of the space industry. In our conversation we talk about both science fiction and science fact, regarding space exploration, signs of extraterrestrial intelligence  and protecting explanations from  contamination by terrestrial microbes. Visit Eri...

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