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Tales From The Bridge

Tristan, Sam, Kevin, James
Science Fiction
A Tidy Armageddon
Consumerism
Take Us To Your Chief
Post-Apocalyptic Stories
Anti-Consumerism
Planet Of the Apes
Kingdom Of the Planet Of the Apes
Forever Peace
The Forever War
Vietnam War
The Thousand Earths
Robert Heinlein
Mars Trilogy
Dystopia
Toronto
Vancouver
The Expanse
Cozy Fantasy
Furiosa

Tales From the Bridge is a podcast that discusses all things science fiction. Join Tristan, Kevin, James, and Sam as they chat with your favourite science fiction authors and filmmakers. We cover the best in sci-fi, from books and graphic novels - to television and film. We also geek out on cutting-edge concepts in our news segment, Science Fiction-Science Fact.Subscribe, follow, like, and leave a... more

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On this episode of TFTB we pay the price for sleeping through the alarms and missing our studio time. Although, it has been suggested that we may have experienced ‘lost time’ and may find an unexpected result in a future x-ray. Until then, we’ve sele... more

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We’re kicking off our 5th season in style. On this episode of TFTB we sit down with Astronaut and Best Selling Author, Chris Hadfield. Among his many accomplishments he was the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, he was a Test ... more

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Take a deep dive into Her, the Spike Jonze film from 2013. We chat about the themes, performances, writing, and more. Has the concept of this AI based film become prophetic, or is the idea of AI relationships just not that science fiction anymore? Le... more

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On this episode, we welcome Hugo Award winning author, Elizabeth Bear back to the Bridge. We dig into the latest instalment of the White Space novels, Folded Sky. We also get the latest on the long awaited sequel to Karen Memory. It’s called Angel Ma... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Hadfield
Canadian astronaut, author of the Apollo Murders trilogy
Episode: A Chat with Chris Hadfield
Elizabeth Bear
A prolific science fiction and fantasy author and part-time futurist
Self-published author
Episode: Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!
Arkady Martine
Author known for her duology 'A Memory Called Empire' and 'A Desolation Called Peace', and climate policy analyst.
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Episode: A Chat with Arkady Martine
Ray Nayler
Author of acclaimed science fiction novels including 'The Mountain in the Sea' and 'Where the Axe is Buried'
Episode: A Chat with Ray Nayler
Edward Ashton
Author of Mickey 7
Episode: A Chat with Edward Ashton, Author of Mickey 7
Neil Clarke
Editor-in-Chief of Clarkesworld Magazine and award-winning science fiction editor
Clarkesworld Magazine
Episode: A Chat with Neil Clarke
James Rollins
Number one New York Times bestselling author known for the Sigma Force series and fantasy novels under the pen name James Clemens.
Episode: A Chat with James Rollins
Andrew Kolb
Author, illustrator, and game designer known for his tabletop role-playing games.
Episode: A Chat with Andrew Kolb
Travis Baldree
Author, audiobook narrator, and video game designer known for his novel 'Legends and Lattes'.
Independent author
Episode: A Chat with Travis Baldree

Hosts

Tristan
Host and co-host of the show with multiple contributions and strong engagement in the discussions.
Kevin
Host and co-host known for sharing insights and stories related to science fiction from the perspective of a fan and creator.
James
Host and co-host contributing to the conversation with a strong focus on literary themes and relevance in sci-fi media.
Sam
Host and co-host who engages with both hosts and guests, often prompting discussions on themes and narrative structures.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • A low-key, entertaining mix

    This casual, friendly, conversational yet focused podcast is just what I like. The format is low-key. The discussion is well-informed and well-organized. The science-fiction or science-fiction-adjacent topics are varied and intriguing. I look forward to these episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W. Mattimoe
    United States2 months ago
  • Top Notch for a bunch of nerds!

    Absolute gems these guys. Good podcasters too. Doing a deep dive now- will report back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephen Osterberg
    Canada9 months ago
  • Very enjoyable

    Good takes on many books. Great guests. Highly recommended for science fiction fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jwock3
    Canada10 months ago
  • They’re great

    Love listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scifi girl101
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great deep dives

    I found this podcast with the Watts interview and I’ve followed it since. Great guests, great interviews, and intellectually stimulating content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CavemanLawyer
    United Statesa year ago

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A Chat with Chris Hadfield
Q: Can you talk a bit about that geopolitics in space today?
History sure resembles itself, because people are just people.
A Chat with Chris Hadfield
Q: Can we start off by getting you to talk a little bit about your science fiction books in particular?
Sure. I'm a big science fiction fan, always have been. It was what expanded my horizons as a kid.
Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!
Q: What do you think about emotional governance and its implications for society?
There are ethical and social implications of implanting technology to regulate emotions that raise privacy concerns.
Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!
Q: Can you start out by talking about this exciting year of publication for you?
I didn't have any publications in 2024, but I have several projects coming out this year.
Another Chat with Elizabeth Bear!
Q: How are you doing?
I am great. I am thrilled to be here.

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The podcast offers engaging discussions centered around various aspects of science fiction, including literature, film, and graphic novels. Frequent episodes feature conversations with notable science fiction authors and filmmakers, allowing listeners to explore both classic and contemporary works in the genre. The hosts, who bring their distinct personalities to the table, also provide commentary on current developments in science and technology, bridging the gap between science fiction and science fact. The combination of in-depth book analyses, film critiques, and lively interactions with guests makes this series an appealing choice for fans looking to immerse themselves in the sci-fi universe.

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Tales From The Bridge launched 4 years ago and published 138 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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1. Chris Hadfield
2. Elizabeth Bear
3. Arkady Martine
4. Ray Nayler
5. Edward Ashton
6. Neil Clarke
7. James Rollins
8. Andrew Kolb

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