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Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast

Friends Talking Fantasy
Dune
The Powder Mage Trilogy
Gideon the Ninth
Internet Culture
Tamsyn Muir
Legacy Of the Brightwash
Necromancy
The City We Became
Fourth Wing
The Fires Of Vengeance
The Black Prism
Gardens Of the Moon
Military Fantasy
Promise Of Blood
Friendship
Between Two Fires
N.K. Jemisin
Fantasy Literature
Krystle Matar
Steven Erikson

We’re friends and we talk about fantasy. Books, not sports.

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We are overjoyed to welcome Travis Baldree — #1 New York Times bestselling author of Legends & Lattes and Bookshops & Bonedust — to Friends Talking Fantasy!

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Set sail with us in this Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast episode as we dive deep into Scott Lynch’s Red Seas Under Red Skies, book two of the Gentleman Bastard series. ⚔️

Charles (first-time reader) and Dylan (returning with fresh eyes) unpack Lynch... more

Charles returns from paternity leave and rejoins Dylan for a jam-packed episode of the Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast!

In this catch-up session, The Friends discuss:

 • Charles’ first months as a new parent and how audiobooks fueled his reading (1... more

This week I (Dylan) got to hang out with Hannah and Laura from On Wednesdays We Read Podcast (OWWR Pod) for a conversation all about our favorite characters in fantasy!

As always, Hannah and Laura brought a ton of insightful takes as well as a lot o... more

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Recent Guests

Travis Baldree
A number one New York Times bestselling author and winner of the 2023 Astounding Award for Best New Writer.
Episode: Travis Baldree on Brigands and Breadknives | Cozy Fantasy & Legends & Lattes Sequel
Mark Lawrence
Author known for engaging with the fantasy community and promoting his new book.
Fantasy author
Episode: George R.R. Martin Holds a Dire Wolf, Mark Lawrence AMA & New Book, Reading Fan Comments
Adam Bassett
Author of Digital Extremities and UX/UI designer at Campfire
Campfire
Episode: Map Design, Cyberpunk Stories, and Writing Tools: A Chat with Campfire’s Adam Bassett
Christian Cameron
Author of 'Deep Black' and other works of fantasy and sci-fi.
Episode: A Must-Read Space Opera: Diving into 'Deep Black' with Author Christian (Miles) Cameron
S.T. Gibson
Best-selling British Fantasy Award nominated author known for her book 'A Dowry of Blood'.
Angry Robot Books
Episode: Interview with S.T. Gibson: Unveiling 'Evocation'
Salinee Goldenberg
Debut author of The Last Phi Hunter
Episode: Inside 'The Last Phi Hunter': A Special Interview with Author Salinee Goldenberg

Hosts

Charles
Co-host known for engaging book discussions and insightful critiques of fantasy literature.
Dylan
Co-host who brings a wealth of knowledge about the fantasy genre, with a penchant for humor and lively debate.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 348 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    I have discovered a great number of books I wouldn’t have otherwise found, thanks to this podcast. Although neither of these guys look how they sound, they are very entertaining and provide some excellent insight into the books they discuss.

    Plus, George RR Martin called this his “favourite fantasy podcast”. What more can you ask for?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moe Norman Jr
    United States4 months ago
  • My fav fantasy podcast!

    These friendly friends always have interesting things to say about a HUGE range of fantasy series and books; they update fairly sporadically these days, but I’m always psyched to see them show up in my feed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p0lyph0nic
    United States4 months ago
  • Mildly interesting at first but quickly becomes obnoxious.

    I read a lot of fantasy, and I wanted to like this podcast. The guys are interesting enough, and they have some interesting things to say but they always end up in the same place where they are criticizing the author for not writing women in a way that they want them to be written. It's disheartening that a book can't just exist on its own merits, but has to fill identity quotas and be politically correct. The Robert Jordan hate especially turned me off. Sadly I can't keep listening. On to the n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    functbjj
    United States10 months ago
  • Book reviews and recommendations

    This is Doc from the podcast: Heroes of Science Fiction and Fantasy. I have listened to at least 12 episodes and follow the show now. I listen to each new one and cherry pick from the back catalog of more then 250 episodes. I try to pick now at least 2 per week from the back catalog. Really enjoy Charles and Dylan’s reviews and suggestions. Keep them going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeroesofScienceFictionandFanta
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the fantasy discourse

    I’ve been disenchanted with a lot of BookTok discourse and have been listening to more podcasts to get recommendations and hear thoughts on good books. This is exactly what I was looking for!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    runningisnotcancelled
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for its insightful critiques and personal takes on beloved fantasy series, resonating especially well with readers looking for relatable commentary.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and humor the hosts bring to fantasy literature, creating a camaraderie among fans.
Some listeners feel that the pacing of conversations can be slow at times but generally find value in the depth of analysis offered.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#207
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Apple Podcasts
#61
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Apple Podcasts
#165
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Book 1 of The Empyrean - Book Discussion - SPOILER FREE
Q: How do the dragons play into the romance?
The romance involves the dragons in terms of bonding, but they're not involved in a romantic or sexual connection with the human characters.
Friends Pitching Fantasy Pt. 2 - The Gentleman Bastards, Legacy of the Brightwash, or Malazan?
Q: Why haven't we covered the Malazan Book of the Fallen series yet?
Neither Charles nor Dylan particularly loved the first book, Gardens of the Moon, which has led to some hesitation in covering the series.
Inside 'The Last Phi Hunter': A Special Interview with Author Salinee Goldenberg
Q: What music background do you have and how does it influence your writing?
Salinee shares her involvement in the punk scene, connecting her music experiences to her narrative craft.
Inside 'The Last Phi Hunter': A Special Interview with Author Salinee Goldenberg
Q: What advice do you have for aspiring writers?
Salinee advises new authors to not get stuck on their first novel, acknowledging that improvement comes with practice and patience.
Inside 'The Last Phi Hunter': A Special Interview with Author Salinee Goldenberg
Q: Can you share about the Thai folklore inspiration behind The Last Phi Hunter?
Salinee explains how Thai ghosts and folklore heavily influenced her storytelling, creating unique characters like a floating head with entrails.

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Recent guests on Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast include:

1. Travis Baldree
2. Mark Lawrence
3. Adam Bassett
4. Christian Cameron
5. S.T. Gibson
6. Salinee Goldenberg

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