
Mythmakers is the podcast for fantasy fans and creatives, brought to you by the Oxford Centre for Fantasy. In each episode, we embark on an exploration of the world of fantasy—both classic and contemporary. From the stories behind your favourite series to expert tips for aspiring writers, we dive into books, films, TV shows, and the creative process behind them. Brought to you from the heart of Ox... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 228 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhilosophySociety & CultureBooksArts | |||

We are going on an adventure! Love The Lord of the Rings? Why not read along with us as we consider the books from the writer's point of view! Taking it chapter by chapter, novelist Julia Golding will reveal new details that you might not have notice... more
As Mythmakers takes a short summer break, Julia Golding looks back at some of the standout conversations from Season 8, gathering five memorable pieces of writing wisdom from the season’s top-performing author interviews.
Join us as we revisit Darre... more
Having completed our journey through The Two Towers, in today's Sidecast episode Julia Golding pauses to reflect on the top five lessons she has taken from Tolkien’s craft as an author.
From the interlacing of multiple storylines and the careful mai... more
We are going on an adventure! Love The Lord of the Rings? Why not read along with us as we consider the books from the writer's point of view! Taking it chapter by chapter, novelist Julia Golding will reveal new details that you might not have notice... more
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Very much enjoying ‘An author’s journey’ examining the chapters of the Lord of the Rings. A very thoughtful review chapter by chapter.
This is not meaningless chatter but something to think about the encouraged by and grow through
My favorite podcast of all time.
Every episode is interesting and inspiring. Please keep the episodes coming!
Very interesting I love this podcast 5/5 really good podcast
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Fantasy-focused conversations centered on world-building, writing craft, and the broader fantasy media landscape. Episodes feature in-depth author interviews, literary analysis, and industry insight, with guests ranging from novelists and poets to folklorists and scholars. Notable strengths include tactful literary close-reading, practical publishing guidance, and a strong emphasis on myth, folklore, and past the sparkly surface of fantasy. Listeners are likely creatives seeking craft tips, aspiring writers aiming to learn from established voices, and fans craving thoughtful discussions about storytelling, world-building, and adaptation across books, film, and TV.
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Recent guests on Mythmakers include:
1. Naomi Ishiguro
2. Malcolm Guite
3. Peadar Ó Guilín
4. Alwyn Hamilton
5. SJ Poyton
6. Malcolm Geith
7. Andrew Head
8. Dr. Lorna Robinson
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