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The Blasters and Blades Podcast

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Hey, all you crazy sci-fi and fantasy fans! It's time for your daily dose of shenanigans over here at The Blasters and Blades Podcast. We're just a couple of nerdy veterans, a Stabby chaos coordinator and a chief shenanigator here geeking out over our science fiction passions and fantastical fantasies. A place where magic is king, the sky is the limit and space is the place. We ARE the podcast tha... more

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The Blasters & Blades PodcastIn the near future, data is currency, corporations are kingdoms, and survival is a luxury few can afford. This week, we sit down with author J. Kenton Pierce to discuss his thrilling sci-fi novel, A Kiss for Damocles. We ... more

The Blasters & Blades PodcastWhy does a description of a tavern stew stay with us longer than a battle scene? This week, our panel dives into the kitchens of our favorite fictional realms. We’re exploring how authors use food to ground their worlds, ... more

The Blasters & Blades PodcastFirst, we got nerdy with him. You know, the usual chats about our pedigree of dorkdom and how we love all of the coolest things. Then things got interesting! We asked the important questions! What happens when humanity’s ... more

The Blasters & Blades PodcastDrop your visors and prep the reactors… we’re talking heavy armor this week. We sit down with military sci-fi authors Craig Bell and Kevin Steverson to discuss The Anthromech Anthology from Chris Kennedy Publishing. We’re... more

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Recent Guests

Gregory D. Little
Author of Mutagen Deception and The Unwilling Souls, Mutagen Deception Series
Cursed Dragonship
Episode: Episode 747: Mutagen Deception Series by Gregory Little
Kevin Steverson
Author, Salvage Title universe contributor
CKP / Kevin Steverson
Episode: Episode 746: The Anthromech Anthology with Craig Bell & Kevin Steverson
Craig Bell
Author, collaborator on The Anthromech Anthology
CKP / Craig Bell Author
Episode: Episode 746: The Anthromech Anthology with Craig Bell & Kevin Steverson
Sean Christian Wright Korsgaard
Editor/Publisher, Battleborn Magazine, Iron Age Media
Iron Age Media
Episode: Episode 743: The Battleborn Magazine with Iron Age Media
Joe Vasicek
Author of multiple science fiction and fantasy series including the Falconstar Trilogy
Self-published author, Hamidji/Hamidji Cycle universe
Episode: Episode 742: The Falconstar Trilogy by Joe Vasicek
Barb Caffrey
Writer, editor, musician; Atlantean Union Universe contributor
Self/Various publishers
Episode: Episode 741: Tales from the E4 Mafia Volume 2
Jacob Sharp
Author; former Army veteran; E4 Mafia contributor
Self
Episode: Episode 741: Tales from the E4 Mafia Volume 2
Scott Reichek
Author; veteran; contributor to Tales from the E4 Mafia Vol. 2
Self
Episode: Episode 741: Tales from the E4 Mafia Volume 2
Matthew Olerolt
Panelist, fantasy author
Self
Episode: Episode 740: The Modern Mythology Series by J.T. Evans

Host

J.R. Handley
Host with deep involvement across the show; appears consistently as a lead speaker and writer/speaker in the community.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Doc

    Great show but sometimes Doc please think before you laugh over the authors dialogue it can’t always be fun sometimes there are serious points

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wasteofawalk
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • It’s a fun listen

    Good pod, I came for the Larry Correia interview and stayed for The Forgotten Ruin author interview and book review. It’s a casual fun chat with good perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AKom47
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Topics

    Great podcast. Been listening since the previous iteration which I also enjoyed very much. Glad to see that they’re continuing on.

    I especially enjoy the guests and because of the podcast’s format, you get to hear a lot more about them personally as well as how and why they crafted their massively entertaining stories.

    One major caveat: one of the 3 hosts feels the need to cut off guests in the middle of any answer.

    As soon as the guest begins to answer a question or bring some interesting t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ghghnbhg
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests consistently bring diverse perspectives across sci-fi, fantasy, and gaming.
Fans value behind-the-scenes craft and world-building discussions, though some note pacing and interruptions.
Listeners appreciate the energetic host banter and deep dives into guest works.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 720: Arrow Storm: A Modern Pacific War Technothriller by Joe Salem
Q: Are there other franchises you'd jump at writing for, like Halo or Mass Effect?
Yes—Halo and Mass Effect are big loves, reflecting the kind of character‑driven, space‑opera universes he'd be excited to write in.
Episode 720: Arrow Storm: A Modern Pacific War Technothriller by Joe Salem
Q: What is it about Star Wars that speaks to you?
Star Wars represents a widescreen mythological space opera with deep character focus and expansive storytelling, influenced by samurai and East Asian cinema.
Episode 720: Arrow Storm: A Modern Pacific War Technothriller by Joe Salem
Q: Star Wars, Star Trek or Firefly?
Star Wars, because it's epic, mythic, and space‑opera oriented; the guest sees it as a touchstone for his own work.
Episode 744: Morgan and Merlin’s Excellent Adventures by Malory
Q: What is the core concept behind the Anthromagic Anthology?
It's a collection of short stories that serve as origin stories for potential new series within CKP's universe, each story offering world-building that can evolve into standalone IPs while remaining connected to a larger shared setting.
Episode 743: The Battleborn Magazine with Iron Age Media
Q: What can readers expect in terms of publication frequency and format?
Three issues a year with a mix of short stories, novellas, poetry, and historical articles, plus planned print-run strategies and future printings to grow the brand.

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Recent guests on The Blasters and Blades Podcast include:

1. Gregory D. Little
2. Kevin Steverson
3. Craig Bell
4. Sean Christian Wright Korsgaard
5. Joe Vasicek
6. Barb Caffrey
7. Jacob Sharp
8. Scott Reichek

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