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It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Wil Wheaton
Love
Death
The Odyssey Problem
Coffin Maker
Red Shirts
Storytelling
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Love, Death
Caroline M. Joachim
Time Travel
Disassembling Light
Canis Lupus Familiaris
Travel
Loss
Theater
Marriage
Grief
Federated Cultural Republic
The Sort
Family
Technology

You may recognize Wil Wheaton's name from his acting work in television shows like The Big Bang Theory, Leverage, and Star Trek: The Next Generation, or 1985's timeless classic, Stand By Me. You may recognize his voice from one of the many audio books he's narrated, including number one New York Times bestseller, Ready Player One, John Scalzi's award-winning Collapsing Empire Trilogy, or even his ... more

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Wil sits down with Maria Dong. Wil previously read Maria’s story, The Frankly Impossible Weight of Han, on the show which dropped on April 1, 2026.

To learn more about the author, please visit: www.mariadong.com/

It's Storytime was produced... more

"Anchorage" by Samantha Mills, narrated by Wil

Original Publication Credit: Uncanny Magazine, Issue 36, September/October 2020

To learn more about this author, visit: samtasticbooks.com/

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Ente... more

Wil sits down with Lavie Tidhar. Wil previously read Lavie’s story, The Portal Keeper on the show which dropped on May 13, 2026.

To learn more about the author, please visit: lavietidhar.wordpress.com/

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by... more

"If the Martians Have Magic" by P. Djèlí Clark, narrated by Wil

Original Publication Credit: Uncanny Magazine Issue Forty-Two

It's Storytime was produced in 2025 by Traveler Enterprises, Inc., who holds the copyright. Our producer is Harris Lane. O... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Dong
Author of The Impossible Weight of Han
Episode: Author Interview: Maria Dong
Lavie Tidhar
Author of The Portal Keeper
Author, The Portal Keeper
Episode: Author Interview: Lavie Tidhar
Daniel Wilson
Author of SuperMAX and Hole in the Sky
Episode: Author Interview: Daniel H. Wilson
Mary Robinette Kowal
Author and storyteller
Episode: Author Interview: Mary Robinette Kowal
Chelsea Sutton
LA-based writer and director, author of End of Play
Chelsea Sutton (Author)
Episode: Re-Release: “End of Play” by Chelsea Sutton
Megan Chee
Author of The God of Minor Troubles
Self-identified author
Episode: Re-Release: “The God of Minor Troubles” by Megan Chee
Dominique Dickey
Speculative fiction writer and game designer
Sly Robot Games
Episode: "The Last Lucid Day" by Dominique Dickey
Kylie Lee Baker
Sunday Times bestselling author of dark fantasy and horror novels such as The Keeper of Night, The Scarlet Alchemist, and Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zhang.
Episode: "Lily, The Immortal" by Kylie Lee Baker
Rati Mehrotra
Born and raised in India, Rati Mehrotra now lives and writes in Toronto, Canada. She is the author of the science fantasy novels Mark's Woman and Mahi Mata, published by Harper Voyager, and the YA fantasy novel, Night of the Raven, Dawn of the Dove, published by Wednesday Books.
Harper Voyager
Episode: "Magnificent Maurice, or the Flowers of Immortality" by Rati Mehrotra

Host

Wil Wheaton
Host of It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 826 ratings
  • It's like being across the fire from Gordie Lachance

    Wil picks fantastic stories and does a great job of bringing them to life. Each new episode is a joy and covers a range of topics and authors I wouldn't have read otherwise.

    Audible
    5
    Chasing Puck
    United States22 days ago
  • Love this podcast! Great narration of fun and interesting stories.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Hedens11
    25 days ago
  • Fantastic Speculative Fiction!

    I’m not usually a podcast person, but I decided to give “It’s Storytime…” a shot as a way to combat the irritation of an afternoon commute. Wil is an excellent narrator, and he consistently chooses amazing pieces of short fiction that frequently highlight different cultures as well as LGBTQ+ voices. It’s such a treat to hear from authors that I doubt I would have found on my own. It improves my drive 1000% and I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carrie Donahue
    United States25 days ago
  • Great podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    LilRuub
    a month ago
  • Brilliant

    Wil solidifies a top spot on my personal “ride or die” list.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    R1verRock
    United Statesa month ago

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Many find the show ideal for commutes and long drives due to easy listening and variety.
Audiences appreciate broad, diverse author selections and strong storytelling.
Listeners praise Wil Wheaton's narration as engaging and soothing.

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

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#214
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Apple Podcasts
#201
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#142
Germany/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#158
Australia/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#15
Denmark/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#44
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Talking Points

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Author Interview: Maria Dong
Q: What is your writing process and how did you arrive at it?
Maria describes evolving from plotting to pantsing, writing across levels of meaning, and layering in multiple narrative tracks. Honesty and self-truth drive resonance; long-form work often hinges on discovering the emotional heart beyond the plot.

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A storytelling-focused audio series that features Wil Wheaton guiding listeners through short speculative fictions and author conversations. Each episode blends intimate narration, vivid world-building, and thoughtful production touches, often including sponsor messages and behind-the-scenes credits. The show stands out for curating a mix of fresh voices and established writers, delivering high-quality storytelling ideal for fans of sci‑fi, fantasy, and literary fiction who enjoy listening to well-narrated prose during commutes or downtime.

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Recent guests on It's Storytime with Wil Wheaton include:

1. Maria Dong
2. Lavie Tidhar
3. Daniel Wilson
4. Mary Robinette Kowal
5. Chelsea Sutton
6. Megan Chee
7. Dominique Dickey
8. Kylie Lee Baker

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