Jessica, TJ, Jacob and Lefty in the studio this week. How do you make your playlists? TJ gives us the low down on how he sets his up. TJ is not allowed to play some video games anymore. ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/1bBVNPkCNRTXcmBl7i9TJn?si=44f4a46811564817 ------ Sign up for Transistor using the link below to create your very own Podcast: h…

It’s time to celebrate the music of the first decade of this century via our 2000s album draft! From opera to show tunes, we’ve got several musical styles covered—and those are just Andy’s picks! Why do James’s picks leave us cold? What is Erika’s favorite Beat Saber band? Why does Kelly use karaoke as therapy? How does Shelly tactically use remixe…

Mur chats with Wole Talabi, an engineer turned author (but still engineer). They discuss the Schrodinger's Cat of publishing, the thrill of rewriting old stories for new audiences, and the joy of challenging the norms of fiction. The post [ISBW] From Patent Memos to Nebula Nods with Wole Talabi appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.…

Our book club reconvenes to discuss the “Shades of Magic” series by V.E. Schwab, as well as the start of a second trilogy, “The Fragile Threads of Power.” Before the spoilers begin, we’ll explain the parallel fantasy world structure and explain why it’s such a great series. Then we’ll discuss the newest book in the series. Plus: What are we reading…

I've received my edit letter about Infinite Archive, so I'm handling all the emotions that carries with it. ADHD complicated my perception of time, so figuring out how long it will take me is a challenge. The post [ISBW] Riding the Revision Rollercoaster appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

This week Devin, TJ, Lefty, and Jacob all sit down together. We love having the Shadowmoore group in the studio with us every time. https://open.spotify.com/show/1bBVNPkCNRTXcmBl7i9TJn?si=2633acdbd5b340d9 ---- Sign up for Transistor using the link below to create your very own Podcast: https://transistor.fm?via=tfms Thank you for listening to anoth…

Our book club reconvenes to discuss the “Shades of Magic” series by V.E. Schwab, as well as the start of a second trilogy, “The Fragile Threads of Power.” Before the spoilers begin, we’ll explain the parallel fantasy world structure and explain why it’s such a great series. Then we’ll discuss the newest book in the series. Plus: What are we reading…

In this episode, we're joined by Scott Alexander Howard, author of The Other Valley, a novel where literary meets speculative. Scott delves into his journey from philosophy to fiction, sharing how his background influenced the emotional depth of his debut The post [ISBW] The Landscape of Grief with Scott Alexander Howard appeared first on The Murve…

Fresh off the JoCo cruise, we discusses the allure of nerd paradise and how navigating imposter syndrome is a frequent struggle. I share tabletop RPG antics, celebrity karaoke... The post [ISBW] Navigating Imposter Syndrome on the JoCo Cruise appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

Devin plays Shadowmoore for the first time every this week! https://open.spotify.com/show/1bBVNPkCNRTXcmBl7i9TJn?si=2633acdbd5b340d9 ----- 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 Me…

Just when we thought we were out, they pulled us back in! Long after we recorded our first episodes about “The Godfather,” our panelists get back together to talk about the late-sequel “The Godfather Part III,” or is it “The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone” now? Only Francis knows for sure. "The Godfather III/Coda" Jason Snell with Jo…

Evil Mur is back giving terrible advice and it's a wild ride through the looking glass of a writer's darker musings. The post [ISBW] Evil Mur Takeover! Plus the Secret Seagull Shack appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

I found myself looking for my own magic bullet and getting frustrated a the media who take the idea of a daily routine--something people with ADHD people need--and play it off as only done by stodgy, unfun dorks. I discuss Josh Zimmerman's videos, how creation is like jumping off a diving board for me, my solo RPG plans, and promote Premee Mohamed'…

Get on your sandworm and head south! It’s time to discuss “Dune Part 2,” a sequel with more sand, more Fremen, and more time spent at the super weird planet of the villainous Harkonnen family. Is Paul the hero, or… something else? Dust off the family atomics and join us, won’t you? "Dune Part 2" Jason Snell with Jean MacDonald, Kelly Guimont, Guy E…

It’s the first-ever Reboot a Bad Movie draft! In which our stalwart panelists grab an intellectual-property loser off the shelf, dust it off, and re-envision it in a new way that could maybe, possibly be a hit with modern audiences. Moisés Chiullán with Lisa Schmeiser, David J. Loehr, Cicero Holmes and Monty Ashley Show Notes & Links Cicero: Madame…

Nobody is more surprised than Antony Johnston to find he’s now a cozy crime author. Dan Moren sniffs out the secrets of his “Dog Sitter Detective” series. Dan Moren with Antony Johnston Referenced Works The Dog Sitter Detective Show Notes & Links Support this show and other shows like it on The Incomparable network by becoming a member. Members get…

In this episode, I discuss trusting yourself because sometimes no one else will. We also talk File 770, Genre Grapevine, I mispronounce "chutzpah,".... The post [ISBW] Trusting Yourself (again) appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

We conclude our movie-by-movie review of the “Back to the Future” series with the western-themed third installment, which features less time travel shenanigans and more old-west shenanigans. "Back to the Future Part III" Jason Snell with Lex Friedman, John Siracusa, Brian Warren, Monty Ashley and Moisés Chiullán Sponsors Porkbun: Get $1 off your ne…

Author Gwenda Bond comes on the show to talk The Frame Up, heists, and point of view! We also discuss being ballsy at Boskone, pen names (and touch on Ursula Vernon’s new book, "What Feasts At Night," written under her pen name, T. Kingfisher), writing retreats, and heist structure. The post [ISBW] Heists and POV with Gwenda Bond appeared first on …

It’s time again. Time! To go forward in time, then backward—or is it sideways?—in time, then further back in time, and then maybe even further back in time. It’s time for the bland future of 2015, the apocalyptic alt-present of 1985, and a familiar 1955. But most of all, it’s time for a Crisis on Infinite Biffs. It’s “Back to the Future Part II.” "…

Great Scott! No time to be a slacker, McFly, because we’ve gotta go back in time to 1985 so we can go back to 1955 so we can perfectly time a lightning strike. That’s right, it’s time to talk about “Back to the Future.” "Back to the Future" Jason Snell with Aleen Simms, John Siracusa, Shelly Brisbin, Chip Sudderth and Lex Friedman Sponsors Porkbun:…

Debut author Avione Lee comes to tell us about the Odyssey Workshop and the various programs! The post [ISBW] Avione Lee and the Odyssey Workshop appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

Jason’s favorite movie of 2023 was the gray flipside to “Barbie,” Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer.” And while none of us would exactly call ourselves Nolan fans, this one manages to grapple with a deep subject with great care. It’s got some spectacular scenes that will blow your mind—and a whole lot more scene of men in suits and hats standing aro…

No one like to talk about money. Either you admit how bad you are or you're awkward because you make a lot. Or you're a jerk, The post [ISBW] When Is $100K really $56000? The Money Episode! appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

Devin, Nick, KT and Jessica are back one last time. Nick hates spicy food, KT can't breathe, and Devin needs answers. 0 ------------- 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!.…

Two nations, two sitcoms, one premise: What if one of us could see ghosts? Infusing genre complications into the world of TV situation comedies, “Ghosts” has become a hit in both the UK and the U.S.! We recommend both, compare the different versions, and try to explain why the whole idea works so well. "Ghosts" Jason Snell with Annette Wierstra, He…

Debut author Eilish Quin joins us to talk about her retelling of Euripedes' classic story, Medea, with glorious descriptive prose and a feminist point of view. The post [ISBW] Retelling Classic Myths with MEDEA Author, Eilish Quin appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

We start fights. What show you do think it sounds like? -=-=-=-=-= Sign up for Transistor using the link below to create your very own Podcast: https://transistor.fm?via=tfms Rodecaster: https://amzn.to/3dWoee5 Thank you for listening to another episode of Thoughts From The Mothership brought to you by Grayman Media!. We love you guys!! If you all …

KNEW THIS WAS ONE WAY TICKET BUT YOU KNOW I HAD TO COME At long last, it’s the episode Jason has waited 13 years to schedule. Up from the depths of the ocean comes a long-awaited 4K transfer! It’s time for all of you to join us in watching one of the great (and underrated) adventure films of all time, and perhaps James Cameron’s best film: “The Aby…

Why am I still doing this show after 19 seasons? Believe me, I was the first person to ask this. We talk about my career, my mental health, and, well, why? The post [ISBW] The “Why” Of This Podcast appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.Mur Lafferty

We love you Nick. Also Nick plans to play through all of the Pokemon games for 2024. -=-=-=-=-=- Book Of Unusual Knowladge: https://amzn.to/3AqNLnv 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 G…

We reconvene Miyazaki Club to discuss the master animator’s latest final movie, “The Boy and the Heron.” We went in wondering, will this be lyrical and nostalgic magical realism, or will it be a barrage of super-weird fantastical imagery? The voluminous bird poop and the suit of frogs point the way. "The Boy and the Heron" Jason Snell with John Sir…

Nick talks about Pokemon, Devin explains some of the Oppenheimer, KT knows everything about the Cars Franchise you could ever want to know. -=-=-=-=-=-=- Liquid Death: https://amzn.to/3RclQhI 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 Thou…

In 2023’s “Godzilla Minus One,” the classic monster doesn’t just represent nuclear disaster, but crushing guilt on personal and societal levels. What if someone built a deeply emotional human drama that was also a movie where Godzilla destroys a whole lot of stuff? We’ve got the answer! "Godzilla Minus One" Jason Snell with Monty Ashley and Moisés …

How does Devin's, KT's, and Nick's bi-weekly phone call usually go? Also we find out Carrier Pigeons are still a think. ----- Sign up for Transistor using the link below to create your very own Podcast: https://transistor.fm?via=tfms Rode Microphones: https://amzn.to/3QXh7Rv Thank you for listening to another episode of Thoughts From The Mothership…

Crack open your psychohistory textbooks and ready a new batch of imperial clones, because it’s time to discuss the Apple TV+ series “Foundation,” extremely loosely based on the classic works of Isaac Asimov. Before the spoiler horn, we talk about why this is a show worth catching up on—and also debate the merits of psychohistory. Then we discuss th…