PodCastle
Escape Artists FoundationThe Fantasy Fiction Podcast
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 18 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionArtsDramaBooks | |||
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Author : Victor Forna Narrators : Shingai Njeri Kagunda, Munashe R. Goromonzi, Wanini Kimemiah, Tahnia Barrie, Soila Kenya and Opie Ogundiran Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Previously published by Apex Magazine Rated PG Kɛrozin Lamp K... more
Author : Mar Vincent Narrator : Rosie Sentman Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Wilson Fowlie PodCastle 936: Ananconfabulation is a PodCastle original. Rated G Ananconfabulation by Mar Vincent Our homes are buried, so we built tunnels. From Tomas’ w... more
Author : Beth Goder Narrator : Tatiana Grey Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Eric Valdes Discuss on Forums Previously published in Strange Horizons, February 2025 Content note: spiders Rated PG Arachnomorphosis by Beth Goder At night, Olivia become... more
Author : C. T. Muchemwa Narrator : Munashe R. Goromonzi Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Wilson Fowlie Previously published by FIYAH 33 (February 2025) Content note for gore Rated PG-13 The Inheritance by C. T. Muchemwa Taona did not shed a single ... more
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- Luv Matt Davies
When Matt gives his perspectives on the stories and life it resonates strongly for me. Podcastle is an institution. Long may it reign
Apple Podcasts5bikebiddy
New Zealand14 days ago - Was a great podcast once
Now it’s a political, opinionated podcast that uses stories to push opinions. Sad.
Apple Podcasts1Tatabubutata
Israel2 months ago The other podcasts by the production team are far better (escape pod, pseudo pod). This one is insufferable. The host is awful, and attempts to rainbow wash and virtue signal half of everything, and find "patriarchy" or similar in EVERYTHING.(and I'm NB and not straight btw). In doing so, it becomes insufferable and irritating.
Stories are average, the music..oh dear god the music. Either declare the bias, or make it an actual fantasy short story podcast and remove it.
Podcast Addict14 months agoAri.Ech0- 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 Podcasts3Atlantanre
United States4 months ago - wonderful
i am a new subscriber. your tales are emotional and lovely.
Apple Podcasts5LeeLee LaureeUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #113 | United States/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #139 |  United Kingdom/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #185 |  Canada/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  Germany/Fiction/Drama |
Apple Podcasts | #170 | Germany/Fiction |
Apple Podcasts | #200 |  Australia/Fiction/Drama |
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Listeners are drawn to richly imagined fantasy worlds, character-driven storytelling, and thoughtful commentary on identity, representation, and culture within speculative fiction. Episodes commonly feature narrated shorts from a diverse slate of guest writers and performers, with an emphasis on emotional depth, world-building, and ethical questions around memory, belonging, and power. The show stands out for its long-running format, high production values, and a track record of hosting a wide range of voices from acclaimed authors to emerging creators, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy literary fantasy, rich narration, and discussions that probe heritage and identity through fantasy fiction.
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4. Beneath Ceaseless Skies Audio Fiction Podcasts
5. Cast of Wonders
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PodCastle launched 18 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on PodCastle include:
1. CT. Muchemwa
2. Xander M. Odell
3. A. T. Greenblatt
4. Rachel Gutin
5. Christina Trujillo
6. Toshiya Kamei
7. Audris Candra
8. Zilla Paramita
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