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Don't call it a book club.

Dan and Luke
Dragons
Fourth Wing
The Will Of the Many
The Raven Scholar
Salem's Lot
Kings Of the Wyld
Dungeon Crawler Carl
Ninth House
Babel
A Feast For Crows
The Watchers
Violet
Stephen King
Fires Of Vengeance
The Gunslinger
Outskirter's Secret
A Memory Called Empire
The Blacktongue Thief
The Color Of Magic
Terry Pratchett

Luke and Dan discuss books and other media in the sci-fi/fantasy genre with unexpected theories and controversial opinions. Looking for a podcast that makes you smarter? Maybe keep looking.

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Dan went to a fantasy world IRL (9:37 to skip). In this house we believe in the Old Gods and we don’t trust the maesters. Winterfell has officially devolved into the worst hang of all time. We are introduced to a black sheep in the Stark family and L... more

Luke is being unsafe at the workplace (8:40 to skip). Give us a mini army and we’ll come up with the best dumb gimmick on the battlefield.

Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.

The post A Dance with Dragons: Part Two first appeared ... more

Dan brags about how long he can hold it (9:20 to skip). Dany you have dragons, ride around on them!

Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.

No warm up as this episode is like the book: it runs long. What do all wise men fear? Weebs, teen fraud, and writing a character who is the most special boy.

Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.

The post The Wise Man’s Fear: Part F... more

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Dan
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Luke
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Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Great show, but library vanished?

    I used to really enjoy this show but why are all the episodes being removed?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mc028
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast, binge now!

    Found this podcast by searching for anyone talking about The Library at Mount Char and found a new favorite! The conversations about books are casual but still thoughtful and most importantly they have great taste in books! Bingeing all of the Brandon Sanderson episodes now, hope they’ll read Mistborn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    invitoalcielo
    United States4 years ago
  • Ramble

    Ramble ramble ramble

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    waldo8791
    United States4 years ago
  • Not for me

    I like what they’re setting out to do but the way they go about it just isn’t for me. Their discussions are jumbled and it’s hard to follow. They tend to miss the large plot and character points and instead go off on tangents about seemingly insignificant details. And also tend to nit pick without any sense of thoughtful discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mkb423
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Converations

    Have you ever read an amazing Sci-Fi or Fantasy and you have no one to talk to or bounce theories off of? Well, Luke and Daniel satisfy with their commentary over some of the best SFF out there. Ranging from wacky to woke, ‘Don’t Call It a Bookclub’ is a satisfying book hangover remedy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alastairjpatton
    United States5 years ago

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Riffs are smart and entertaining, with great taste in books and a casual vibe.
Hosts are goofy yet thoughtful; the banter keeps it engaging even when discussing complex topics.
Some episodes feel split between theorycraft and tangents, but the energy is infectious and the hosts clearly enjoy the material.

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The Tainted Cup: Part One
Q: Do you think anyone's come to the emperor before and been like, 'I've got the solution to this problem'?
Luke and Dan humorously discuss potential solutions like a giant robot to fight the Leviathans, indicating their skepticism on current strategies.
Son of a Liche: Part One
Q: What's that thing that you're bringing that you trundle out of your house with, and everyone's, like, dude, come on?
Luke jokingly mentions he would bring his bike, but realizes it's impractical for an evacuation, while Dan humorously considers a coffee grinder as his must-have item.
Fourth Wing: Part Three
Q: How do you feel about the pacing and structure of the book?
The pacing felt rushed towards the end, and the character development wasn't as strong, especially with Violet's portrayal.
Fourth Wing: Part Three
Q: What do you think about the reveal in the character relationships?
The reveal of Zayden lying by omission creates unnecessary tension that feels contrived, leading to frustration about their dynamics.

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Two hosts, Luke and Dan, lead lively discussions around sci‑fi and fantasy across a rotating slate of books and media, pairing deep-dive analysis with playful banter and pop culture tangents. Episodes frequently explore worldbuilding, ethics, and narrative mechanics, while sparring over book choices, author ambitions, and the intersection of literature with broader media trends. The show's appeal lies in its unabashed personality, willingness to riff on nerd culture, and bold, sometimes controversial takes that spark strong listener engagement. It probably resonates with dedicated readers who enjoy theorycraft, speculative fiction, and witty back-and-forth, even when the conversations wander into tangents or debates about aesthetics and cul... more

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