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749: Just Clean the Beakers 1:13:15

16h ago1:13:15

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The writers of “The Expanse” are back with a new series, and “The Mercy of Gods” is an alien invasion story that goes to some extremely dark places. But sometimes, dark is good… right? Right?! Plus: What are we reading? "The Mercy of Gods" Jason Snell with Scott McNulty, Heather Berberet and Aleen Simms Referenced Works The Mercy of Gods [Amazon] […

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Just Clean the Beakers (The Incomparable Mothership 749) 1:13:15

4h ago1:13:15

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The writers of “The Expanse” are back with a new series, and “The Mercy of Gods” is an alien invasion story that goes to some extremely dark places. But sometimes, dark is good… right? Right?! Plus: What are we reading? Host Jason Snell with Scott McNulty, Heather Berberet and Aleen Simms Referenced Works Show Notes & Links…

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[ISBW] Ten Bad Ideas

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In this episode, I talk about my writing journey, the challenges of ADHD, and shares ten terrible ideas that might just spark something wonderful. From comic book scripts to psychological thrillers set in idyllic farming towns, I explore the importance of embracing all ideas, even the seemingly bad ones. The post [ISBW] Ten Bad Ideas appeared first…

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Dose of Adolescence: 'Zircon Avenue' Album & Exclusive Interview 28:22

4d ago28:22

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New to Brian Head Welch’s XOVR records label, Dose of Adolescence has been a band for over 20 years. With a punk/pop heritage that has transformed over the years, their new album, Zircon Avenue is the first offering in over a decade. Timmy and Jimmy Brown, the brothers that make up Dose of Adolescence, share their very personal and painful past in …

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748: Holes at the End of the World 2:33:05

10d ago2:33:05

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Another year in the books, and there was a lot to appreciate about the stuff we consumed—movies, TV, books, video games, and more—in 2024. Our most prolific panelists collaborate on a massive list of the stuff we enjoyed over the past 12 months. Best of 2024 Jason Snell with Erika Ensign, Annette Wierstra, Brian Warren, Kelly Guimont, Moisés Chiull…

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747: Latin Rap Battle 1:19:56

20d ago1:19:56

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For Kilmas this year we travel to 19th century Arizona for “Tombstone,” where Wyatt Earp, his brothers, and their shady pal Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer!) confront a bunch of rotten outlaw thugs and their own mortality. Will our noted hater of westerns, Erika, accept the possibility of a Kilmas miracle? Listen to find out! "Tombstone" Jason Snell with …

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746: Ape Mismanagement 1:26:43

28d ago1:26:43

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This year’s Ape Club holiday party is 1972’s “Conquest of the Planet of the Apes,” in which the people of Future 1991 use apes as slaves until there’s an uprising led by a talking ape with a familiar name: Caesar. Were the 1970s ape sequels all as bad as we were led to believe, or is “Conquest”… actually kind of good? Join us and find out! "Conques…

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745: Untitled Gambit Project 1:11:26

1M ago1:11:26

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Merry X-Mas, and goodwill to X-Men! Surprisingly holding down the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe for 2024 is “Deadpool & Wolverine,” in which Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman desecrate “Logan” while honoring it, skewer Marvel movies while saving them, and encounter an extremely unlikely collection of Marvel movie cast-offs and has-beens. "Deadpool …

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[ISBW] Tigers

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Recorded two days after the 2024 election, and I'm in deep despair in this episode. It's casual, with a lot of talk about ADHD and masking and what "writers" are supposed to do. The post [ISBW] Tigers appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

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744: Pineapple of Disappointment 1:32:30

1M ago1:32:30

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Miyazaki Club morphs into Ghibli Club as we discuss 1991’s “Only Yesterday,” written and directed by Isao Takahata. It’s a story of one (childless workaholic?) woman’s search for herself in the past and the present, plus, of course, a deep dive into organic farming. "Only Yesterday" (Ghibli Club) Jason Snell with John Siracusa, Steve Lutz, Aleen Si…

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Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red Discusses Mental Health, Music, and HeartSupport 56:49

1M ago56:49

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The final Backstage With Mothership show of 2024 is a two-hour special featuring Jake Luhrs, lead vocalist of August Burns Red. Jake talks about the band, their music, Christmas Burns Red, and more. He also discusses HeartSupport, the mental health non-profit he founded, sharing his own struggles and how he aims to make a lasting impact beyond brie…

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[ISBW] Returning to Agenting with Jennifer Udden [Explicit]

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Jen opens up about her experience with self-publishing, the importance of creative outlets, and her plans to reopen submissions, focusing on adult fiction across various genres. The post [ISBW] Returning to Agenting with Jennifer Udden [Explicit] appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

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743: Doritos and Tequila 1:10:50

2M ago1:10:50

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In honor of Thanksgiving, we review the 1987 classic “Planes, Trains and Automobiles,” featuring Steve Martin and John Candy as trapped-together travelers just trying to get home, if there’s even a home to get back to. Jason comes to the realization that this is the Odyssey in the Midwest. Ben Stein has a special sign just to troll pained travelers…

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Patrick Madsen of Nesdam Announces Debut Album 'Find the Truth' 30:41

2M ago30:41

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Patrick Madsen of Nesdam will be releasing his debut album Find the Truth in January of 2025 after signing with Brain Head Welch’s label, XOVER records. A culmination of a lifetime of experiences all rolled into a passion project that was a healing and growth journey for him. Former drummer of Random Hero and the current drummer for his wife, music…

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[ISBW] NowNoWhatMo…with Valerie Valdes [Explicit]

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Join Mur and Valerie Valdes as they dive into the chaos surrounding NaNoWriMo and explore alternatives for writers seeking new challenges. They discuss the current state of NaNoWriMo, the controversies, and the impact on the writing community. Valerie shares insights into her local writing group’s decision to break away and create their own events.…

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742: Hi, Anxiety 1:16:01

2M ago1:16:01

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Several panelists consider Pixar’s “Inside Out” one of their favorite films. Now it’s time to process “Inside Out 2.” Some struggle with the sequel more than others. But at least Bing Bong makes a tiny cameo. "Inside Out 2" Lex Friedman with Brian Hamilton, David J. Loehr and Kelly Guimont Referenced Works Inside Out 2 Show Notes & Links Support th…

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[ISBW] From Fanfiction to Fantasy: Gwynne Garfinkle’s Writing Adventures 42:38

2M ago42:38

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Join me as I welcome back author Gwynne Garfinkle to discuss her anthology of short stories and the art of writing across different lengths. We dive into Gwynne's journey from novels to short stories, exploring the freedom and challenges of each format. Gwynne shares her love for fanfiction and how it rekindled her passion for writing fiction. The …

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[ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski 43:58

2M ago43:58

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In this episode, we welcome debut author Stacy Sivinski to discuss her new cozy fantasy novel, The Crescent Moon Tea Room. We explore the sensory elements that make her writing so immersive and the importance of sisterhood and self-discovery in her storytelling. The post [ISBW] Unveiling the Magic of Cozy Fantasy with Stacy Sivinski appeared first …

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741: Evil Giant Cicadas 1:26:21

2M ago1:26:21

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Vin Diesel, Radha Mitchell, Keith David, and a lack of bozos… It can only be 2000’s “Pitch Black,” one of the finer entries in the always-popular “Alien” homage movie genre. We enthuse about elevated filmmaking, great decisions, and low-budget effects. "Pitch Black" Antony Johnston with Erika Ensign, Tony Sindelar and Todd Vaziri Referenced Works P…

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Sean Green of Behold the Beloved: New Music and Festival Highlights 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Sean Green, the lead vocalist of the band Behold the Beloved checks in with Backstage With Mothership this week. We talk about ministry, new label, new music, new video, as well as their second appearance at CVJM Loud and Proud Festival in Germany. Our last interview was a couple of years ago after the release of their hit album No Surrender so the…

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Circadia's Nathan and Alyssa on Music and Their B.U.I.L.T Mission 25:56

2M ago25:56

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Nathan and Alyssa, the husband and wife team of the band Circadia, are the guests this week on Backstage With Mothership. They are an Electronic, Pop, Rock duo from Ohio. Circadia focuses on creating positive uplifting music for all ages. Their mission statement as a band is the acrostic B.U.I.L.T which stands for Be Kind, Use Your Gifts, Inspire O…

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740: The Coffin Test 1:30:47

2M ago1:30:47

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Just in time for Halloween week, Old Spooky Club returns for 1985’s “Fright Night.” It’s an entirely ’80s comedy-horror movie with zero cynicism and only a single layer of meta. Chris Sarandon is the perfect vampire, even when he’s villanously chowin’ down on a topless lady as he exchanges intense stares with the neighbor kid. If you’ve never exper…

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[ISBW] Accountability and Adventures in Writing with Cat Rambo 37:14

2M ago37:14

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Join me in welcoming author, community builder, former SFWA president, and all around awesome person Cat Rambo. We dive into Cat’s writing journey, discussing their latest series featuring intelligent spaceships and former mercenaries turned restaurateurs. Cat shares their unique approach to starting a story, the importance of accountability, and h…

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739: Above the Zeppo Level 1:07:13

3M ago1:07:13

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Do you like gladiator movies, Joey? It’s 1980’s “Airplane!”—the comedy version of “Zero Hour!”—with serious actors playing ridiculous parts more or less straight. How does the comedy hold up? What’s unique about the approach? Why was it such a huge hit? We put the ZAZ boys under the microscope. Surely we’ll all have a good time! (Don’t call us Shir…

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A Life Aligned and Narnia 32:38

3M ago32:38

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For those who are unaware, I'm on the booking team of the Loud and Proud Festival in Germany. My position is primarily as a Liasson between the rest of the team and the many US bands we host. We book bands from other countries as well, so, this year while in Germany, I had the unique opportunity and privilege to interview two European bands; Narnia…

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[ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! 41:26

3M ago41:26

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In this episode, Mur welcomes the award-winning author Sarah Pinsker to discuss her latest book, Haunt Sweet Home. They dive into the fascinating world of reality TV shows and how Sarah's unique idea of a haunted house fixer-upper series evolved from a joke to a novella. The post [ISBW] Unveiling Haunt Sweet Home with Sarah Pinsker! appeared first …

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738: Condor to the Neck 1:34:38

3M ago1:34:38

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Don’t order the fish! Old Movie Club celebrates Aviatober with 1939’s “Only Angels Have Wings” and 1957’s “Zero Hour!” One bears a striking resemblance to forgettable 1980s TV series “Tales of the Gold Monkey,” and the other is undeniably the inspiration for the more notable 1980 movie “Airplane!” (That’s foreshadowing.) "Only Angels Have Wings" an…

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Condor to the Neck (The Incomparable Mothership 738) 1:34:38

3M ago1:34:38

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Don’t order the fish! Old Movie Club celebrates Aviatober with 1939’s “Only Angels Have Wings” and 1957’s “Zero Hour!” One bears a striking resemblance to forgettable 1980s TV series “Tales of the Gold Monkey,” and the other is undeniably the inspiration for the more notable 1980 movie “Airplane!” (That’s foreshadowing.) Host Jason Snell with Shell…

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[ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Realism with Anamely Salgado Reyes 31:55

3M ago31:55

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In this episode, I chat with Anamely Salgado Reyes about her debut novel, My Mother Cursed My Name, and the intricacies of writing magical realism. We explore the differences between magical realism and fantasy, the significance of family stories, and the emotional journey of getting published. The post [ISBW] Writing Family Stories and Magical Rea…

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737: The Bolthole of My Own Self-Referentiality 1:25:53

3M ago1:25:53

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It was the late ’80s and comic writer Grant Morrison was fast becoming Grant Morrison. Come back with us to look at his run on Animal Man, issues 1-26, in which a has-been/never-was superhero becomes an outspoken animal rights activist, witnesses the near-undoing of the Crisis on Infinite Earths, and meets his own maker—who looks strangely like Gra…

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The Bolthole of My Own Self-Referentiality (The Incomparable Mothership 737) 1:25:53

3M ago1:25:53

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It was the late ’80s and comic writer Grant Morrison was fast becoming Grant Morrison. Come back with us to look at his run on Animal Man, issues 1-26, in which a has-been/never-was superhero becomes an outspoken animal rights activist, witnesses the near-undoing of the Crisis on Infinite Earths, and meets his own maker—who looks strangely like Gra…

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[DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More 45:11

3M ago45:11

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In this episode of Ditch Diggers, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the gritty realities of the writing world. From the anxiety of upcoming surgeries to the chaos of travel and illness, they share their personal and professional struggles. The post [DD] Elephants in the Room: NaNoWriMo, Burnout, and More appeared first on The Murverse Mother…

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Josh Bramlett of The Protest 30:28

3M ago30:28

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Josh Bramlett of the Protest gives us some insight into the latest single Take It Back, and the upcoming album. And everything new with The Protest.Want to jam out to tunes in the show? Listen live Monday's at 8 PM EST. Past episodes on YouTube, Spotify, Solid Rock Radio App and more! Listen to us 24/7 at http://www.solidrockradio.org…

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[ISBW] Navigating WorldCon and Writing Challenges with SB Divya 52:42

3M ago52:42

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I'm delighted to welcome welcome my longtime friend, S.B. Divya, to discuss Divya’s new book, Loka. We dive into our experiences at Worldcon, the intricacies of accessibility at large conventions, and the unique challenges faced by those with disabilities. Divya shares her journey in creating a richly detailed future world for her books, explaining…

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Episode 179 38:11

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Devin, Jessica, Austin and Preston back in the studio. Austin will talk to himself to Devin.... also we need this toy! Sign up for Transistor using the link below to create your very own Podcast: https://transistor.fm?via=tfms Thank you for listening to another episode of Thoughts From The Mothership brought to you by Grayman Media!. We love you gu…

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736: I Have Planets for That 1:06:30

3M ago1:06:30

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Dan Moren’s “The Armageddon Protocol” is now on sale. He joins Jason to discuss how to wrap up a long-running series (while leaving doors open for future adventures), juggling an increasingly complex home life with a two-book contract, the broader publishing options available to fiction writers, and (of course) sandwiches. Dan Moren's "The Armagedd…

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