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| TFTB Book Club: The First 15 Lives of Harry August by Claire North | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:37:25 | |
In this episode we cover our book of the month: The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August, by Claire North. This book was was a critically acclaimed success, and has become a word of mouth bestseller. Be sure to add it to your Summer reading list. We also look at a study that searched for travellers from the future. So… pretty typical TFTB fun on this one, we hope you enjoy! Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Peter Watts & Richard K. Morgan - Part Two | 07 Aug 2024 | 00:52:06 | |
Back on the bridge this week with hope, sunshine, and rainbows, are fan favourites; Peter Watts and Richard K. Morgan. In Part Two of our conversation we are informed of our pending doom in the most delightful manner. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Rebecca Thorne | 01 May 2024 | 00:45:01 | |
In this episode, we sit down with fantasy and sci-fi author, Rebecca Thorne. We cover a lot of fun stuff and dive into topics like 'Cozy Fantasy', and her Tomes and Tea series. We also look at her 5 Sentence Method for aspiring authors (also a great read) and find out how she uses her ADHD as a writing superpower. She is on a book tour this spring, so be sure to check out her site to see if she'll be at a bookstore near you! Link below. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Peter Watts | 12 Aug 2021 | 01:37:17 | |
Set aside some quality time for yourself, and dig into our feature-length interview with hard-science fiction author, Peter Watts. In this expansive discussion, we cover AI, split-brain personalities, mind links, a monkey with a fork in its head, and stories with real ideas in them. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis | 05 Aug 2021 | 00:40:16 | |
In this episode, the Sci-Fi Book Gang reviews To Say Nothing of The Dog, by Connie Willis. On Science Fiction-Science Fact, Kevin gives us the low-down on laser-wielding farm equipment and rocketeer soldiers. Marty assigns some reading to his fellow hosts as part of our coverage of the Hugo and Nebula awards. Finally, Sam takes things home with some Star Trek trivia for you non-Star Wars types. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with David Zindell (Part 2 of 2) | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:54:34 | |
As promised, here is Part 2 of Marty and Tristan's conversation with David Zindell, author of Neverness, The Idiot God, The Broken God, and The Diamond Warriors. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with David Zindell (Part 1 of 2) | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:49:07 | |
In this episode, Marty and Tristan sit down for an enlightening conversation with David Zindell, author of Neverness. Things got so interesting and we had to turn this into two episodes. Keep an eye out for part 2 in episode 7. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine | 07 Jul 2021 | 00:46:53 | |
In this episode, we review A Memory Called Empire, by Arkady Martine. We also discuss the classic French graphic novel by Alejandro Jodorowsky, and Jean Giraud, AKA 'Mœbius', The Incal. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Extra: Sci-Fi Film & TV | 15 Jun 2021 | 00:51:52 | |
In this episode, the Sci-Fi Gang talks about their favorite sci-fi movies and shows through the decades. Have no fear, Battlestar Galactica will be discussed, but so will Zardoz, so it's a mixed bag. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson | 15 Jun 2021 | 00:48:00 | |
In this episode, we review Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson. We check out some News from space in Science Fiction Science Fact and then explore all of your best options for time-traveling paradoxes in our trivia segment. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Neverness by David Zindell | 04 Jun 2021 | 00:51:50 | |
This month we review Neverness by David Zindell, talk graphic novels, science news, and throw in a bit of trivia. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Episode One | 04 Jun 2021 | 00:43:27 | |
Tales From The Bridge: Episode 1. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:38:18 | |
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 always, hang on to the end to find out what our next book of the month is. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with BH Panhuyzen | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:38:31 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Extra: Highlights from Toronto ComiCon Sci-Fi/Fantasy Pop Quiz | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:15:12 | |
"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!" Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Richard K. Morgan | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:55:40 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: The Thousand Earths by Stephen Baxter | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:32:23 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Emerging Authors: Adrian M. Gibson | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:34:40 | |
This month we begin our long-awaited 'Emerging Author Series.' Adrian Gibson will introduce us to fungal punk, and we will chat about his new self published book, Mushroom Blues, which will be available March 19th 2024. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Joe Haldeman | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:33:35 | |
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 of the genre. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Take Us To Your Chief by Drew Hayden Taylor | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:36:44 | |
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 reveal the next book of the month... and we've got a good one for you. Tune in and find out what part of the universe we're heading to next! Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Drew Hayden Taylor | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:37:17 | |
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 book in our next episode, so stay tuned for that! Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Film Club: Alien (1979) | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:40:48 | |
Here at TFTB, we find ourselves talking about Science Fiction movies almost as much as we talk about Science Fiction books. So as a companion to our Book Club episodes, we are going to start a Film Club. For our first discussion, we've decided to talk about a classic; Alien (1979). Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Joel Fishbane, Author and Story Analyst | 27 Dec 2023 | 00:39:07 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Dennis E. Taylor | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:43:27 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel | 29 Nov 2023 | 00:36:17 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Ryka Aoki | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:34:55 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars by Christopher Paolini | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:39:31 | |
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. The Sitcom Study Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Trivia from the Bridge with Peter Watts & MJ Kuhn | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:49:39 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Alix E. Harrow | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:42:46 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Andy Weir, author of The Martian & Project Hail Mary | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:54:36 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:48:15 | |
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. Check out our many links: Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Neill Blomkamp & Peter Watts - The Extended Cut | 09 Aug 2023 | 01:27:25 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Peter Watts & Richard K. Morgan - Part One | 24 Jul 2024 | 00:54:30 | |
Joining us on the bridge this week are fan favourites; Peter Watts and Richard K. Morgan. It’s not everyday that you get this kind of twofer, and this conversation goes there. So much so, that we had to break it into two parts. So lots of doubles happening here. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Trivia from the Bridge with Joseph Marcell & David Menkin | 26 Jul 2023 | 00:55:56 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Year Two: A Look Back at Our Second Season | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:29:36 | |
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. Check out our many links: Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:41:05 | |
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. Check out our many links: #origami, #beachreads, #alastairreynolds, #spacestation, #nasa Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Kate Elliott, author of The Sun Chronicles | 14 Jun 2023 | 00:52:56 | |
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. Visit Kate's website here: kateelliott.com
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| A Chat with Hugh Howey, author of the Silo series and Beacon 23 | 31 May 2023 | 00:59:23 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki | 17 May 2023 | 00:40:01 | |
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.... History Nerds United Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Martha Wells, author of The Murderbot Diaries | 03 May 2023 | 00:45:21 | |
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. History Nerds United Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Trivia from the Bridge with Robert Duncan McNeill | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:39:26 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: Beggars In Spain by Nancy Kress | 05 Apr 2023 | 00:53:53 | |
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! Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Fonda Lee | 15 Mar 2023 | 00:38:59 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with R.R. Virdi | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:41:12 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Fantasy author, R.R. Virdi. We discuss The First Binding, along with his latest work. We get into comparative fiction and mythology through a South Asian lens. This takes us into language and storytelling with a South Asian frame narrative. We also discuss his latest foray into Science Fiction and the Space Opera, Shepherd of Light. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Gareth L. Powell | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:45:46 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Trivia from the Bridge with Sean Gunn | 22 Feb 2023 | 00:55:23 | |
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 trades, and so much more. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with David Zindell | 15 Feb 2023 | 01:07:56 | |
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 reductionist, dead universe made of atomic billiard balls. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| TFTB Book Club: We Are Legion (We Are Bob) by Dennis E. Taylor | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:33:08 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| A Chat with Kim Stanley Robinson | 01 Feb 2023 | 01:12:10 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||
| Trivia from the Bridge with Matt Weinhold & James Gonis | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:48:39 | |
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. Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge | |||