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Fr. Roderick Vonhögen explores the deeper layers of the stories that you love.

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This is the episode where it all comes full circle.

Ten months ago, I came to Glendalough in Ireland and had an idea for a fantasy novel. Now, I’ve returned—after two weeks of hiking, dictating, and dreaming through the Irish wilderness—with a finis... more

I’m back in Glendalough, where the idea for my fantasy novel was born. A year ago, I was walking along the ancient pilgrim paths here, and my imagination just ran wild. What if the old stories about saints and miracles were all true? What if the fore... more

Welcome to another cozy, story-rich episode of The Quill & Candle, where fantasy, faith, and long walks collide in unexpected (and often hilarious) ways. In this episode, I recount a memorable visit to a fantasy festival held—of all places—in a decom... more

Welcome to the very first episode of The Quill & Candle, a weekly show where I share what it’s like to write fantasy stories as a Catholic priest—and what I’m learning along the way.

In this launch episode, I reflect on one month of daily storytelli... more

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Gaby Raaijmakers
Dutch fantasy author and writer of a trilogy focusing on societal issues tied to eye color
Episode: Story Secrets - "Dungeons & Dragons inspired my book"
Robin Rozendal
Dutch author, illustrator, and YouTube creator.
Episode: Story Secrets - "Fantasy Helps Us Discover Our Own World"
Remy LeBeau
A character from Marvel Comics known as Gambit.
Episode: Story Secrets - Fantastic Four & the Rise of Retro Heroes
Anaïd Haen
Writer, specializing in children's books and science fiction
Independent Author
Episode: Story Secrets - "We Needed Children’s Books To Recover"
Django Mathijsen
Writer, specializing in children's books and science fiction
Independent Author
Episode: Story Secrets - "We Needed Children’s Books To Recover"
Dianne Arentsen
A Dutch fantasy author known for interactive books like 'Fort Enigma'.
Zilver Spoor
Episode: Story Secrets - Every Choice Leads to Adventure
Kelly van der Laan
Author known for genres including fantasy, science fiction, and horror.
Zilverspoor
Episode: Story Secrets - Die Hard With Monsters
Ian Laverman
Dutch fantasy author known for his fast-paced action stories.
Episode: Story Secrets - Chronicles of Magic
Cocky van Dijk
A Dutch fantasy author and co-founder of Zilverspoor, a fantasy publishing company.
Zilverspoor
Episode: Story Secrets - Drafting Dragons

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Fr. Roderick Vonhögen
Host and storyteller, sharing insights into storytelling from a spiritual perspective along with personal narratives.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 584 ratings
  • Turned Hard Left

    Father Roderick used to be awesome. But lately he has become a far far leftist shill. He openly parrots far left talking points and even attacks leftists for not being extreme enough. Either he is a despicable person or just sucking up to the woke mob to stay out of their cross hairs.

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    horgar
    United States3 years ago
  • Break

    I’ve learned so much from his break Such a brilliant priest

    We are blessed to call him father

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gloria Marie
    United States3 years ago
  • awesome podcast 👍

    i’ve been listening to Father Roderick’s podcasts since 2014. i would always listen to his podcast before going to sleep, always having interesting and fun topics to talk about. i also appreciate a priest who watches anime like i do :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alphaswag6969
    United States4 years ago
  • Walk

    I’ve learned so much from his walks

    Such a brilliant priest

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gloria Marie
    United States4 years ago
  • Crook

    Always begging for money and then buying expensive Lego sets, brand new video games, new cell phones, computers, etc. In my opinion, he’s of no real service to the world, despite his vows.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Zinnerfonda
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the warm storytelling approach and the blend of geek culture with spiritual themes.
Overall, fans praise the engaging nature of the content and the host's authenticity and approachable demeanor.
Many enjoy the unique combination of moral lessons intertwined with humor and imagination in the narratives.
There are varying opinions on the podcast's recent direction, with some longing for the previous format and others embracing the current storytelling style.

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Story Secrets - "Dungeons & Dragons inspired my book"
Q: What would you advise aspiring writers?
Finish your book; the last 20% counts and everything you write makes you better.
Story Secrets - "Dungeons & Dragons inspired my book"
Q: What do you hope is the takeaway that people have when they read your books?
Gaby hopes that readers will reflect on life as it is and aim for a better future where everyone can be who they want to be.
Story Secrets - "Fantasy Helps Us Discover Our Own World"
Q: How do you write? What is your process?
Just write. You should just write, and I focus on having fun and not being afraid to explore my ideas.
Story Secrets - "Fantasy Helps Us Discover Our Own World"
Q: What do you hope your readers are taking away from your books?
I hope to inspire people to interact more, to talk with each other, to try and understand each other.
Story Secrets - Cooking Monsters and Exorcising Spirits
Q: How did you get started with cosplaying?
At home. We had a little meetup in my hometown, like once a month, and I went there and I saw the cosplayers, and then I started to do it myself.

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