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The Fantasy Fiction Podcast

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes300Founded18 years ago
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Authors : Toshiya Kamei, Rachel Gutin and Christina Trujillo Narrators : Sandra Espinoza, Amal El-Mohtar and Jess Lewis “Peppermint Tea” previously published by Baffling Magazine “Ghosts” previously published in Gingerbread House Literary Magazine. T... more

Author : Jay Kang Romanus Narrator : John Chu Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes PodCastle 927: The One Who Carries Abinakhee Has Died is a PodCastle original. Content note for drowning Rated PG The One Who Carries Abinakhee Has Died by J... more

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Author : Tony Pi Narrator : S. Qiouyi Lu Host : Graeme Dunlop Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously ran as episode 423 and first published in Fantasy Magazine Rated PG-13 The Gold Silkworm by Tony Pi When I first became keeper of the Spirit of Gras... more

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Author : Audris Candra Narrator : Zilla Paramita Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Discuss on Forums PodCastle 925: The Immortal Rabbit is a PodCastle original. Content notes for homophobia, violence, the death of a spouse, and second-pe... more

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Recent Guests

Audris Candra
A queer, disabled writer and freelance editor known for preserving Chinese and Indonesian culture through speculative fiction.
Episode: PodCastle 925: The Immortal Rabbit
Zilla Paramita
A freelance animator and voice actor specializing in frame-by-frame animations and furry-monster art.
Episode: PodCastle 925: The Immortal Rabbit
Leah Ning
Author living in Northern Virginia, known for writing uncomfortable stories
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Episode: PodCastle 924: Reverent
Ibba Armancas
Award-winning director and producer, known for narrating fiction podcasts
KLCS PBS
Episode: PodCastle 924: Reverent
David McGuire
A writer of strange adventures for children and other people who haven't grown up.
Episode: PodCastle 919: FLASH FICTION EXTRAVAGANZA: Possibilities
B. Morris Allen
A biochemist turned activist turned lawyer turned foreign aid consultant who writes speculative stories.
Episode: PodCastle 919: FLASH FICTION EXTRAVAGANZA: Possibilities
Courtney Floyd
A neurodivergent fantasy author who has a Ph.D. in British literature and recently published a dark academia novel.
Episode: PodCastle 919: FLASH FICTION EXTRAVAGANZA: Possibilities
Ruth Joffre
Bolivian-American writer and author of the story collection Night Beast
Episode: PodCastle 916: Woodpecker, Warbler, Mussel, Thrush
Eden Royce
Author known for her work in adult, YA and children's markets, and recipient of awards including the Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson.
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Episode: PodCastle 914: The Magnolia Returns

Host

Matt Dovey
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 754 ratings
  • Prioritizes emotional expression over solid writing and narrative

    This is an interesting podcast if you’re looking for something a little experimental, that seems to prioritize emotional expression over great writing and narrative. The people who make it or obviously very passionate and there is value in that. Unfortunately, I think some of the short stories would be better off if the author just worked on poetry to express themselves since it feels like their chief goal is self expression. I’m definitely a progressive, but I wonder if this pod puts too much... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Atlantanre
    United States2 months ago
  • wonderful

    i am a new subscriber. your tales are emotional and lovely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeeLee Lauree
    United States3 months ago
  • Great stuff

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SEB359
    6 months ago
  • Rubbish now.

    Was good but narrators can barely speak English, heavy accents, poor presentation bad pronouncing dumb stories too many colonialisms. Just annoying now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BogW
    Australiaa year ago
  • And amazing collection of podcasts I've listened to for years. Today I finally decided to post a review in gratitude for the hosting of a series focused on Palestinian voices. I'm a queer Jewish American who has visited and volunteered in Palestine twice, once 12 years ago & again this year 6 months into escalated genocide in Gaza. This people, their traditions, cultures, & lives matter. Thank you for sharing their stories & helping to humanize people experiencing the worst horrors imaginable.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    evaleh
    a year ago

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#129
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#96
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#186
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#203
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#180
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#220
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A compelling blend of fantasy narratives and thought-provoking themes characterizes the episodes, which often explore emotional depths, personal identity, and societal issues through a variety of storytelling styles. With a strong focus on imaginative tales, the content features stories that range from whimsical to haunting, offering listeners unique insights into themes such as obsession, loss, and ecological responsibility. Engaging diverse voices, the podcast showcases a broad spectrum of fantasy while occasionally crossing into genres like weird fiction and magical realism, making it a rich experience for fans of speculative storytelling.

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1. Audris Candra
2. Zilla Paramita
3. Leah Ning
4. Ibba Armancas
5. David McGuire
6. B. Morris Allen
7. Courtney Floyd
8. Ruth Joffre

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