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Fantology

Fantology
House Of the Dragon
Game Of Thrones
Character Development
Rhaenyra Targaryen
Daemon Targaryen
Westeros
Shogun
Dragons
Rhaenyra
Alicent
Murderbot Diaries
Science Fiction
Network Effect
Political Drama
Japanese Culture
A Song Of Ice and Fire
Morality In Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Honor
Aegon Targaryen

We love fantasy books, possibly too much. We hope you enjoy our top-notch reviews of your favorite fantasy books and series - Sanderson, Jordan, Abercrombie, Butcher and more!

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Hosts

Stephen
Host of the podcast, often leading discussions and engaging in deep literary analysis.
Josh
Co-host, frequently engaging with Stephen in dynamic discussions about fantasy literature.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Sharp commentary!

    As I was hunting for podcasts reviewing WaT the new Sanderson book I stumbled upon you guys. I worried you would have a positive bias towards it because, well, it being bad might hurt the podcast. I do think I saw some of that in the discussion I heard about it, but was happy to have one person able to echo the critical thoughts of many.

    That tension and willingness to disagree alone makes me interested in listening more!

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    5
    Roby3232
    United States8 months ago
  • refreshing

    Cannot overstate how welcome it is to get reviews for actual books. The way algorithms punish creators for any slight dip in downloads or engagement means we almost always hear about the same 3-5 franchises. How these boys cover small author new releases the same way they cover house of the dragon seasons is so rare and so necessary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Interrojack
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great information

    These guys know there stuff and are very passionate about it. Give them a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    letsgoi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Life long friends and you can tell.

    A group of of mates with the kind of chemistry that you only get by being

    life long friends. The hosts take fantasy books seriously while keeping the tone light.

    For someone like me who’s friends don’t share my love of Fantasy books this podcast satisfies my inner geek and keeps the desire to pick up new books fresh. Without podcasts likes these I might have dropped off reading altogether and missed out on some great books. Thanks Fantology.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chrishimself22
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Nice

    Very good podcast, the intro is too long.

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    4
    Jëlobb
    Canada3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and dynamic interactions that create a fun listening atmosphere.
Listeners enjoy the balance of humor and critical discussion, enhancing their understanding of the books discussed.
The podcast stands out for exploring diverse fantasy themes and books, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts.
Hosts provide insightful reviews and thoughtful analysis of a wide range of fantasy literature.

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#366 Ship of Magic by Robin Hobb
Q: What are your overall opinions on the book before we get started?
Mixed feelings with hopes for improvement as the series continues.

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Content revolves around thorough discussions and reviews of fantasy literature, highlighting popular authors such as Brandon Sanderson, Robin Hobb, and Joe Abercrombie. Episodes delve into character development, thematic elements, and narrative techniques, fostering engaging debates among hosts. Both well-known series like 'The Wheel of Time' and newer releases are explored, often with critical insights aimed at enriching the listener's reading experience. The dynamic and fun interactions between hosts add a casual and approachable tone to deep discussions on intricate fantasy worlds, making it appealing for fans who enjoy in-depth literary conversations.

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Fantology launched 6 years ago and published 399 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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