Latest Spaceopera Podcast Episodes
S4 Ep 12: Mia Kleve
The CKP Future Books Podcast - July 03, 2024 22:04 - 1 hourLongtime CKP editor Mia Kleve discusses her role in shaping the new 4HU anthology, BUREAU 42, alongside universe mega-author Kevin Ikenberry. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases as well as the recent LibertyCon extravaganza in Chattano...
S4 Ep 11: Peter Aldin and A.J. Gordon
The CKP Future Books Podcast - June 05, 2024 17:10 - 37 minutesCKP newcomers Peter Aldin and Andre “AJ” Gordon discuss their new scifi novel ICONIC, which serves as book one in their new Outer Reaches series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · Devil’s Outpost by ...
S4 Ep10: Jo Boone
The CKP Future Books Podcast - May 01, 2024 12:42 - 50 minutesCKP fan favorite Jo Boone discusses her return to publishing after a two-year hiatus with her new novel, THE CELESTIAL SEA, book three in her Combined Service series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about the 2024 convention season and this month’s slate of CKP new releases. ...
S4 Ep9: Bill Fawcett
The CKP Future Books Podcast - April 01, 2024 13:12 - 58 minutesLongtime writer and gaming expert Bill Fawcett joins the show to discuss his new military sci-fi novel, NEVER AGAIN, which is set in the near-future Blood and Armor Universe from CKP. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Seg...
S4 Ep 8: Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff
The CKP Future Books Podcast - March 05, 2024 15:08 - 46 minutesCKP fan favorites Kacey Ezell and Melissa Olthoff join the show for a wide-ranging discussion on all things worldbuilding, characters, and three hot new March releases. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · ...
S4 Ep 7: Brisco Woods
The CKP Future Books Podcast - February 07, 2024 01:40 - 38 minutesLongtime CKP author Brisco Woods joins the show to discuss his new Fallen World novel, TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · WOLF LEGION by William Frisbee (The Last Marines) ·...
S4 Ep6: James Fox
The CKP Future Books Podcast - January 01, 2024 15:02 - 46 minutesCKP newcomer James Fox discusses his new book, REVOLUTION, and gives fans a taste of what’s to come in this exciting new scifi-thriller series from CKP. James also discusses his career as a screenwriter, and how that craft has informed his role as a novelist. Host Randall Willis also chats wit...
S4 /eo5: Michael Morton
The CKP Future Books Podcast - November 30, 2023 20:53 - 42 minutesCKP newcomer Michael Morton drops by the show to discuss his new 4HU novel, THICKER THAN WATER. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · TENTACLES OF DOMINION by D.T. Read (The Sergey Chronicles) · ...
S4 Ep 4: Mark Wandrey
The CKP Future Books Podcast - November 01, 2023 12:51 - 43 minutesBestselling CKP author and 4HU co-founder Mark Wandrey stops by the show to discuss his new novel, WINGED HUSSARS: ANDROMEDA. Mark also discusses the upcoming 4HU role playing game and what’s next on his writing schedule. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s sla...
S4 Ep 2: Carolyn Kay
The CKP Future Books Podcast - October 02, 2023 22:27 - 50 minutesCKP newcomer Carolyn Kay discusses her new 4HU novel — GUNPOWDER GEISHAS — and it’s myriad influences ranging from classic military sci-fi to Japanese anime culture. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · ...
S4 Ep1: D.T. Read
The CKP Future Books Podcast - September 07, 2023 20:30 - 52 minutesCKP scifi author D.T. Read discusses GANWOLD’S CHILD, the first novel in her newly relaunched “The Sergey Chronicles” series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · PEACE DIVIDEND by P.A. Piatt (Abner For...
S2 Epilogue 2 Part 3: Episode VI and a Half: The Rise of Placeholder
Tabletop Squadron - August 13, 2023 21:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsS2 Epilogue 2 Part 3: Episode VI and a Half: The Rise of Placeholder The crew continues their stealth mission into the depths of Exogul and find surprise after surprise. Notice: We are sad to announce that this is our final episode. Unfortunately, life keeps throwing things at us and we c...
S3 Ep 13: Tim C. Taylor
The CKP Future Books Podcast - August 02, 2023 20:36 - 46 minutesCKP scifi author Tim C. Taylor discusses THE LAST REDOUBT, the final stanza in his wildly popular Chimera Company series. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · Stand on Xanadu by John. E. Siers (Free Lun...
S3 Ep12: Rob Howell talks new novel, New Mythology Press
The CKP Future Books Podcast - July 04, 2023 15:39 - 1 hourCKP bestselling author and head of New Mythology Press Rob Howell discusses his forthcoming novel relaunch for A LAKE MOST DEEP as well as all the amazing happenings in the world of fantasy publishing. Host Randall Willis also chats with Mark Stallings, filling in for Chris Kennedy, about this...
S3 Ep11: Nic Plume talks 'Trial by Inferno'
The CKP Future Books Podcast - June 07, 2023 13:45 - 54 minutesHost Randall Wills chats with one of CKP’s up and coming authors, Nic Plume, about her new military scifi novel, TRIAL BY INFERNO, and the inspirations behind her forthcoming trilogy. Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · ...
S2 Epilogue 2 part 2: The Hunt for Red Exogul
Tabletop Squadron - May 05, 2023 23:26 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsThe Crew and their companion Stiro continue their hunt for the mysterious planet of Exogul and experience some questionable snacks. Transcript Not Yet Available Guest appearance by: Rob Stith as Stiro Kuwe (@LordOfTheStith) Your Game Master is Nick Robertson Xianna'fan is played by L...
S3 Ep 10: Casey Moores talks Samurais, teenaged angst, and depick adventures.
The CKP Future Books Podcast - April 30, 2023 21:34 - 37 minutesCKP author Casey Moores discusses his new 4HU novel, COMPANION TO DARKNESS, and its many influences ranging from Japanese “slasher fiction” to teenaged angst in classic rock music. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segmen...
S2 Epilogue 2 part 1: Modes of Investigation
Tabletop Squadron - April 20, 2023 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsAn associate from Karma's past proposes a prosperous adventure to the crew. Transcript Not Yet Available Guest appearance by: Rob Stith as Stiro Kuwe (@LordOfTheStith) Your Game Master is Nick Robertson Xianna'fan is played by Lilit Penrod Karma Nailo is played by Cameron Robertson ...
S3 Ep 9: Melissa Olthoff and Nick Steverson discuss their new Salvage Title series
The CKP Future Books Podcast - April 03, 2023 17:15 - 45 minutesCKP authors Melissa Olthoff and Nick Steverson join host Randall Willis to discuss their new Salvage Title Universe series which begins this month with their forthcoming collaboration, HUNTERS AND HIJINKS. Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP ...
BONUS: Ian J. Malone and The Last Argonaut
The CKP Future Books Podcast - March 17, 2023 20:03 - 5 minutesFuture Books producer Ian J. Malone commandeers the show for a quick “bonus episode” update on his brand new Salvage Title novel, THE LAST ARGONAUT. Ian also preview his upcoming appearance on CKP Live, happening Saturday, March 18, at 7 pm ET on the CKP YouTube channel. Grab The Last Argonaut...
S3 Ep 8: Meeting the Misfits with Jason Cordova
The CKP Future Books Podcast - March 14, 2023 21:26 - 41 minutesBestselling scifi author Jason Cordova sits down with Randy Willis to discuss his role in crafting the 4HU mega-hit, THE MISFITS, with Kevin Ikenberry. Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: · THE MISFITS by Kevin Ikenbe...
S3 Ep 7: To the Moon and back with John Siers
The CKP Future Books Podcast - February 04, 2023 16:54 - 41 minutesBestselling scifi author John Siers, author of the wildly popular LUNAR FREE STATE series, drops by the podcast to discuss his new novel — THE NEVER EVER WAR — and the genesis of the LFS universe. Host Randall Willis also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. ...
S3 Ep 6: Fred Hughes talks writing, publishing, and his Prince series
The CKP Future Books Podcast - January 03, 2023 22:44 - 1 hourIn our first new episode to ring in the new year, host Randy Willis sits down with CKP author Fred Hughes to discuss the latter’s wildly successful PRINCE OF BRITANNIA military scifi series. Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of CKP new releases. CKP News Segment: ...
A Rake by Starlight: Episode Seven ("Something Goes Wrong")
Eviscerati Theater Presents - December 27, 2022 07:59 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEverything was going relatively well until the corpse showed up alive. Things unraveled quickly after that.
S3 Ep 5: Casey Moores returns to ‘this Fallen World’ with new novel
The CKP Future Books Podcast - November 30, 2022 23:10 - 1 hourIn the final 2022 episode of the CKP Future Books Podcast, Randy Willis sits down with veteran 4HU author Casey Moores to discuss the latter’s foray into the Fallen World Universe — THE GUILTED CCAGE — which releases on Dec. 23. Randy also chats with Chris Kennedy about this month’s slate of C...
The boys pre-talk Tolkien
Decode Podcast - November 20, 2022 20:44 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsDecode: Podcast is going to focus on the best in Space Opera, starting with Frank Herbert’s Dune. The Dune Universe will re-enter pop culture in a big way in the next year with the release of Denis Villenue’s feature film (originally intended for theatrical run in December 2020 ) and HBO Max’s ...
S3 Ep 4: Mark Wandrey talks BLOOD IN THE WATER
The CKP Future Books Podcast - November 11, 2022 19:20 - 56 minutesIn this month’s episode of the CKP Future Books Podcast, Randy Willis sits down with Four Horsemen Universe (4HU) creator and Dragon Award finalist Mark Wandrey to discuss the latter’s new novel, BLOOD IN THE WATER. Amazon: https://amzn.to/3hqUacs Randy also chats with Kevin Ikenberry about t...
Going Rogue- Part 2
Tabletop Squadron - November 10, 2022 06:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsThe Squad takes a break from their normal Star Wars shenanigans for some slightly different Star Wars shenanigans. https://jessfromonline.itch.io/going-rogue going rogue was originally developed as an expansion for riley rethal’s Star Wars-inspired Belonging Outside Belonging system, galacti...
Going Rogue- Part 1
Tabletop Squadron - October 27, 2022 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsThe Squad takes a break from their normal Star Wars shenanigans for some slightly different Star Wars shenanigans and play going rogue byJess Levine. https://jessfromonline.itch.io/going-rogue going rogue was originally developed as an expansion for riley rethal’s Star Wars-inspired Belongin...
Going Rogue- Part 1
Tabletop Squadron - October 27, 2022 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsThe Squad takes a break from their normal Star Wars shenanigans for some slightly different Star Wars shenanigans and play going rogue byJess Levine. https://jessfromonline.itch.io/going-rogue going rogue was originally developed as an expansion for riley rethal’s Star Wars-inspired Belongin...