Tales from the Fandom
David GinsburgTales from the Fandom is a podcast that explores fandoms with a different guest each week. Each guest brings their own insight into fandom. We discuss topics such as television shows, movies, books, cosplaying and more.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 591 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsHobbiesLeisureSociety & Culture | |||
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Artist and Podcaster Phil Rood returns for his 3rd episode as we talk about Vince Gilligan's latest TV series, Pluribus. The show that we had no idea what it really was about until we watched the show. Spoilers abound, so if you haven't watched the s... more
After stumbling across Jo aka MsArtsyAce on Threads back in December of 2025 and falling in love with her cosplay work, she joins me as a guest. This episode was recorded during the FIFA World Cup, and there are references to the game happening at th... more
Joshua aka HylianDescent of Hyrule Gaming Group returns for his 6th episode as guest host for our 10 Year Anniversary Special. I join him as the guest, as we get into the 10 years of Tales from the Fandom.
We talk about the eras of the podcast, fro... more
Reina Valentine returns to the podcast for her 6th episode as we get to catch up and talk fandom. In the title, you'd normally see the fandoms we'd be talking about. Funny (or unfunny) thing is, Reina has said that she's not currently a part of any f... more
Selena aka itsselenachea on socials returns to the podcast after 4 years as we get to catch up and talk about old and new fandoms!
We start things off by talking about the Spider-Man fandom. This episode releases one week before Spider-Man: Brand N... more
I had stumbled across Becca's Threads account, WomenPlayDND, awhile back. I loved what she was doing with getting new players into Dungeons and Dragons and breaking people out of the rule book and getting them to the table. It was a pleasure having h... more
Dr. Anna Eskamani, Florida native, and current Florida House of Representatives member for District 42 (in Orange County, as of release in July of 2026 - her term expires in November 2026), and currently running for Mayor of Orlando (election in 2027... more
Hazel aka HazeltheWriter on social media returns to the podcast after 5 years as we get to catch up and talk about some new fandoms!
After recording 5 years ago, Hazel moved to England for some time, and has now moved back stateside. While over in ... more
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I’m not one of those people who hate Mondays, but some times I have really bad days at work. Seeing this podcast in my feed always fixes a bad Monday.
David talks the way I want a friend to talk to me and when I get the chance to talk to my friends, I hope I sound as friendly, supportive, and genuine as he does. Thanks for making me a better person.
Oh, not to mention how refreshing it is to let go of my hang ups about being a fan versus being a fanatic. I used to think if I didn’t know all... more
Apple Podcasts5Mr. Deutsch
United States4 years ago - Great show!
Passionate people discussing what they love in a relatable way. Really good show!
Apple Podcasts5Jay73227United States4 years ago - MORE COSPLAY PLZ
could you do an entire episode just for cosplay if you already haven’t
Apple Podcasts5ineed AssistanceUnited States5 years ago Love listening to this podcast every Monday. It's insightful, uplifting and refreshing especially starting the week off. I don't know how David does it but he hand picks the best Guests from all over the world. It's so much fun listening to each one. It's like sitting and listening to old friends share/discuss their love of their favorite fandom(s) in great detail. Not only is David an amazing Host but he uses his podcast as a platform to showcase his Guests' phenomenal work selflessly to boost ... more
Podchaser55 years agoSkylerARAS19- Lots of interesting fun
It’s great to listen to people like yourself talking about the things you love. You can hear the way they’ve handled problems you’ve had or the similar experiences.
Or listen about something you don’t yet do but want to try, it’ll help you get out there and do it.
Apple Podcasts5TheMarko60United States7 years ago - Fan-tastic
So I’m a bit late to this podcast but it was so a joy listening to David and his countless number of guests talk about some of my favourite things.
If like me your favourite fandoms change on a daily basis this podcast is perfect for you. Really loved the Battlestar Galactica episode and the series on ‘women in tabletop’ month from last year.
Perfect for casual listeners who like to dip in and out of podcasts I can’t recommend this enough!
Apple Podcasts5Jimmy Sprinks
United Kingdom8 years ago - Deep Dive into Content Creators
I have been wonderfully surprised how insightful these episodes have been. Understanding where an artist comes from is quite informative. Tales From the Fandom is doing us all a great service by allowing media creators to talk more about their past. (Which reveals trends and popularizes typically under-appreciated hobbies.)
Really fantastic. Please give it a listen!
Apple Podcasts5Reforged Podcast StaffUnited States8 years ago - Great stuff!!
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Apple Podcasts5Twin Cities by NightUnited States8 years ago - Check these guys out!
A fun take on a wide variety of fanatic behaviors. Check these guys out!
Each day I pick one new (to me) podcast to listen to with a goal of 100Pods by the end of 2017, and then I share it to my tens of twitter followers and rate it on iTunes. If you are into Audio Drama, Please check out my show, Breakers Podcast or my pop cultureish looking into the ViewAskiewniverse show Do It Doug! If you want me to listen and review your show, you can find me on FB at Podcasts We listen To every night! ... more
Apple Podcasts5@SamKulperUnited States9 years ago - Fun show!
I have really been enjoying Tales from the Fandom! Many different fandom topics and the host presents the show in a very engaging way. I also love that it's safe to listen with my kids around. Highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5AmycaplUnited States9 years ago - Great Podcast and Sound Quality!
Sound quality means everything to me. I'm new to Fandom and this was interesting. Great host and great guests!
Apple Podcasts5PodGenieUnited States9 years ago - I'm a fan for sure!
Do you like cool stuff? Sweet interviews? Check this podcast out! Lots of sweet nerdy stuff I didn't know about in an easy to consume format.
Apple Podcasts5YMIAT-KarlUnited States9 years ago I like to consider Tales of the Fandom as a sibbling of my own show (I hope the host David G. doesn't mind). The reason is that it is one of the few show which rather than going very deep into the detail of this show, that movie or book collection, it is about the people who love these things. It is about the fan themselves, what is their walk of life, what their fandom has brought to them along their path and so on. It is very positive and cool. The passion of David's guest is contagious. I th... more
Podchaser59 years agoKalum- Nice show
Really comprehensive overview of different fandoms -- great show!
Apple Podcasts5fevkalade11United States9 years ago - The Working Man's Nerdist
Tales From the Fandom
Tales from the Fandom is an absolute delight. If I was to sum TftF up in a neat little package I’d call it “The working man’s nerdist”. As of now I’ve got about four episodes under my belt, including the latest and some other’s that peaked my interest. This podcast covers any topic that has developed a fanbase. From Star Trek to Buffy, with guests from artists to cosplayers. The buffy 20th anniversary episode was especially good. But each episode I’ve heard is worth a lis... more
Apple Podcasts5***Nogood***United States9 years ago
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What is Tales from the Fandom about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A show that invites a rotating roster of creators, cosplayers, writers, activists, and hobbyists to unpack the worlds fans love. Episodes span cosplay craft, tabletop gaming, fan communities, live-action events, and fandom-enabled entrepreneurship, often weaving personal journeys with industry insights. The host tends to spotlight inclusive communities, collaboration, and the everyday realities of building content and communities around diverse fandoms. A standout trait is the consistent emphasis on practical craft tips, community building, and thoughtful discussion of representation within fan cultures, making it a strong fit for listeners who want authentic, behind-the-scenes conversations with real creators and organizers.
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Tales from the Fandom launched 10 years ago and published 591 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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What guests have appeared on Tales from the Fandom?
Recent guests on Tales from the Fandom include:
1. Phil Rood
2. Joshua (HylianDescent)
3. Reina Valentine
4. Selena Chay
5. Becca Bix
6. Dr. Anna Eskamani
7. Hazel the Writer
8. Sadie Waycaster
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