Episode 14: M.D. Cooper on writing far future sci-fi, considerations on the pathway to interstellar colonization, and how raising children is like uplifting a civilization.

YA SF Adventure in space (the Orion's Spur series), AI in the classroom, and panspermia are a few of the topics Alan 'Doc' Hansen and I chat about, in addition to whether a business degree helps with ...

4 Loka 20241h 32min

The superhero genre is alive and well in Becoming Glitch. Daniel Sayre and I chat about his take on this diverse genre in relation to his debut novel Becoming Glitch. We also discuss running obstacle ...

12 Heinä 20241h 20min

Matt and I discuss the relaunch of his Gunn Files series and how he's using Kickstarter to fund the project: ⁠⁠The Gunn Files Kickstarter For authors, we delve into many of the nuances of running a Ki...

28 Kesä 202455min

Chris and I discuss his latest book, "Shattered Time", which explores the consequences of time travel and trying to do good without understanding the complexity of the system you're working in. We als...

21 Kesä 20241h 6min

In this episode, I chat with Jessie Kwak about imaginary worlds, cybernetic implants, and heist stories in space. We also discuss the inspiration of Scottish castles, hosting your own authors' summit,...

22 Maalis 20241h 22min

In this episode, I chat with Greg Dragon about studying martial arts, being inspired by Piers Anthony, and a spacefaring future for humanity. We also discuss transitional periods in history, the beaut...

16 Helmi 20241h 47min

In this episode, I chat with Clayton Rumley about game development, his interest in Star Trek, and considerations when writing about pre-recorded human history. We also chat about being a cemetary gro...

15 Syys 20231h 32min

In the conclusion to the 2-part interview with Sophie McKeand we chat about CopyLeft publishing, the use of generative AI in the creative fields, and the importance of the poetic mind. We also discuss...

25 Elo 20231h 4min