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Bradbury 100 - Celebrating the Life and Work of American Writer Ray Bradbury

Bradbury 100 podcast by bradburymedia.co.uk
Ray Bradbury
Fahrenheit 451
Science Fiction
Dark Carnival
Crime Fiction
Weird Tales
The October Country
The Martian Chronicles
The Simpsons
It Came From Outer Space
Pachuco Riots
Lazarus Come Forth
Detective Tales
Hollywood
Planet Stories
Dimension X
Suspense
Skeleton
The Wind
Morgue Ships

Bradbury 100 is a podcast celebrating the life and work of American writer Ray Bradbury, brought to you by Phil Nichols of www.bradburymedia.co.uk

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In this episode of Bradbury 100, I review an old magazine published as a tribute to Ray Bradbury. Back in May 1963, the award-winning Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction (which is still running today) published its second-ever author special, and i... more

Another celebration of the 60th anniversary of the release of the feature film version of FAHRENHEIT 451... In a previous episode (bradburymedia.blogspot.com/2026/03/new-podcast-episode-fahrenheit-451-film.html), I detailed how Francois Truff... more

Bradbury 100 returns with another "Chronological" episode, this time continuing with the year 1945. In this year, Ray published no fewer than thirteen stories. In this episode, I cover the next five stories: Skeleton (first version), The Watchers, De... more

Francois Truffaut's film of FAHRENHEIT 451 is sixty years old! In this episode I revisit the film and talk about how it came to be made, and then move on to discussing Ray Bradbury's reactions to the film. Not only did Ray review the film for the LA ... more

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Orty Ortwein
Author of 'The First Geeks'
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Episode: Bradbury 100 - Episode 63 - The First Geeks with Orty Ortwein
Autie Ortwein
Author of "The First Geeks," discussing Ray Bradbury's involvement with early science fiction fandom
Episode: Bradbury 100 Returns - 1st May 2025!

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Phil Nichols
Host of Bradbury 100; runs Bradbury Media (bradburymedia.co.uk).

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Best Bradbury podcast

    I’ve loved Bradbury for decades and this is a wonderful podcast if you enjoy learning about the background and history of Ray and his works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Torindor
    United States3 years ago
  • Great!

    A fantastic podcast. Thanks to Phil for keeping it up beyond the Bradbury Centenary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamNash01
    United States3 years ago
  • A delightful celebration of Bradbury’s life and works

    This podcast has so many wonderful interviews with people who have been inspired, both professionally and personally, by Ray Bradbury’s writings and creative works. Nicols is a great interviewer and this podcast is a great way to find out more about this influential author.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kim smuga
    United States4 years ago
  • I love your analysis of Asimov's essay on Bradbury's prose. I did not think it was too academic at all. Great resource. I also enjoyed the analysis of Bradbury's Mars stories and how they may have been anthologized.

    Podchaser
    5
    wordstowritebypodcast
    4 years ago
  • A fantastic podcast and tribute to Ray Bradbury

    A fantastic podcast and tribute to Ray Bradbury. Excellent guests and details on Rays stories and all the different productions such as radio drams, movies, books, TV etc.. Just a wealth of information on Ray Bradbury whom I am been a fan of and consumed in every weay possible since I was a teenager. I am now 62. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomMarkel
    United States5 years ago

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Bradbury 100 - episode 67 - "The Wind"
Q: What did Ray change when he rewrote the story for Dark Carnival?
He switched the point of view, making it so we hear the events over the phone rather than see them through the main character's eyes.
Bradbury 100 - episode 64 - It Came From Outer Space
Q: Could you summarize the plot of It Came From Outer Space?
John Putnam, an astronomer, witnesses a spaceship crash, but when he tries to explain it, he faces disbelief from his fellow townsfolk. This leads to paranoia as aliens impersonate townspeople, with dire consequences for John's girlfriend Ellen, whom the aliens kidnap.
Bradbury 100 - Episode 63 - The First Geeks with Orty Ortwein
Q: Did you actually go to LA to do any of the research?
Yes, Ortwein researched in LA, visiting historical sites connected to Bradbury and the early science fiction community.
Bradbury 100 - Episode 63 - The First Geeks with Orty Ortwein
Q: What can you tell us about your book, The First Geeks?
Orty describes it as a triple biography focusing on Bradbury, Ackerman, and Harryhausen, detailing the origins of science fiction and its fandom culture.
Bradbury 100 - Episode 63 - The First Geeks with Orty Ortwein
Q: What first gave you the idea of writing the book?
Orty became intrigued by Ray Bradbury's friendships with many famous figures in science fiction and decided to explore their connections and contributions to fandom.

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What is Bradbury 100 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, deep-dive show celebrating the life and work of a famed American writer, hosted by a knowledgeable interviewer who brings in guests connected to Bradbury's world. Episodes span literary analysis, biographical context, and explorations of adaptations across books, radio, film, and stage, often weaving archival material and first-hand anecdotes into a cohesive narrative. The format tends to be contextual and educational, appealing to literature enthusiasts, Bradbury fans, and media historians who enjoy uncovering the backstories behind beloved stories and their adaptations. A notable strength is the host's breadth of knowledge and ability to connect Bradbury's writing to broader cultural outputs, including interviews with people... more

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