Rephonic
Artwork for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast

The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast

The Cromcast
The Broken Sword
Elric Of Melniboné
Poul Anderson
Robert E. Howard
Clark Ashton Smith
The Dark Eidolon
Odin
Weird Fiction
Norse Mythology
Michael Moorcock
Brotherhood Of the Wolf
Black Death
The Last Of the Mohicans
The Revenant
Sword and Sorcery
Zothique
Skafloc
Ladyhawke
All the President's Men
Hidalgo

A Hyborian Age podcast featuring the works of Robert E. Howard, his pop culture legacy, and other weird fiction.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes150Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BooksArts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast

Latest Episodes

Welcome Cromrades to the final episode of our Clark Ashton Smith journey. We've loved our time with the poet of Auburn, CA and we hope you are all finding more to read from him. We send him off with a creepy, twisted, parasitic episode focused on "Th... more

Hile, Cromrades! We return with a new story, one from MARS! Herein we discuss 'The Dweller in the Gulf,' by none other than Clark Ashton Smith. You can access an open source version of the text here! Join us, won't you?

One Things

Jon: No Man's Sky... more

Welcome back, Cromrades! We hope you are eagerly anticipating this episode of the big show, where we discuss Clark Ashton Smith's Mother of Toads.

One Things

Jon: Tom Scioli's Stan Lee biography "I Am Stan".

Josh: The D&D Adventure System board ga... more

Behold listeners! A colossal Cromcast episode, stuffed with meat and bones and ready for your earholes. Join the crew as they dissect the Clark Ashton Smith tale, "The Colossus of Ylourgne". This tale of revenge and woe is our first foray into Smith'... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Strange Shadows
Strange ShadowsInnsmouth Gold
Innsmouth Book Club
Innsmouth Book ClubInnsmouth Gold
Behind the Bastards
Behind the BastardsCool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts

Hosts

Luke
Co-host known for his contributions to discussions about weird fiction and literary aspects of Robert E. Howard's works.
Josh
Co-host known for his humor and in-depth literary discussions. He often brings personal anecdotes into episodes.
Jonathan
Co-host recognized for leading discussions and highlighting literary analysis and themes in the works of Robert E. Howard.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Too long to get to the story

    I just listened to the episode about Howard’s “The Phoenix on the Sword,” and it’s over 27 minutes before you get to the subject of the podcast. The overlong opening banter made me want to cleave some skulls.

    Also, it’s CO-nuhn, not Co-NAN

    The second syllable in the Cimmerian’s name is unstressed and pronounced like the second syllable of Ronin or of Saoirse Ronan’s surname. In the Milius film, Subotai consistently pronounces it correctly. It is, of course, a real Irish name, as in Arthur Cona... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ian McDowell
    United States7 months ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts!

    Love the Cromcast! A great balance between looking at the stories and thinking about them and having fun with them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Warguyflims
    United States6 years ago
  • Just the right balance

    I’ve been interested in fantastic literature (and gaming) for as long as I can remember. These hosts make the topic approachable and accessible and give it an erudite touch as well, both with their own original thinking and their top-notch guest lineup. It’s a tough balance to hit, but they’ve done it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    9felix99
    United States6 years ago
  • One of the most consistently entertaining podcasts!

    Not only is this a massively informative and stimulating discussion of all things Howardian and weird in general but the actual play aspect is one of the best there is. I listen to a lot of AP podcasts and Bourbon and Barbarians is perhaps my favourite. It’s the kind of group I’d love to play with. Keep on delivering, guys, and I’ll keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WashedMyBrain
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Crom Cares Not! Fight Fool! Fight!

    I have loved Robert E. Howard, Conan and barbarians my whole life. All the pulp adventure stuff is great! These guys have Cimmerian blood in their veins!

    "Crom cares not! Chart your own path of blood, sword, wenches and victory! Now be off with your politically correct drivel before I cleave your skull!"

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mlcasey1961
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show's focus on Robert E. Howard and weird fiction resonates strongly with fans of fantasy literature.
Listeners appreciate the entertaining mix of humor and in-depth literary discussion, making complex themes accessible.
Some enjoy the lighthearted banter but feel episodes could be more concise at times.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#210
United Kingdom/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#164
Finland/Arts/Books

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Season 22 Episode 2: The Isle of the Torturers
Q: Josh, did you find any sort of connections between this ring and the Bloodstone?
There's a difference: the character in the Clark Ashton Smith story is just one hero and it ends. Whereas Kane, it's just one more tool in his kit, if that makes sense.
Season 22 Episode 2: The Isle of the Torturers
Q: What do you think of the way the torturers were described, as we were introduced to them?
They are the most accommodating of countrymen. They'd say, we will bring you in. That's what they say to at least Fulba, right? We'll make you comfortable. We've got such delights to show you.
Season 20 Episode 3: Elric of Melniboné, Part 3
Q: What do you think of your first jaunt into Elric?
Jonathan finds Elric to be a well-rounded character and is intrigued about ongoing narratives, noting a surprise at Elric's depth beyond preconceived expectations.
Season 20 Episode 1: Elric of Melniboné, Part 1
Q: How did you like the way Moorcock writes combat like these battle scenes?
I think it's cool that in this sword and sorcery character and novel series that everybody appreciates that like the very first instance of combat is like a ship to ship battle that plays out.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast

What is The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content mainly revolves around the works of Robert E. Howard, particularly his contributions to weird fiction and the pop culture legacy surrounding his stories. The discussion frequently centers on his characters, such as Conan the Barbarian, and explores themes of adventure, horror, and mythology. Episodes often include a mixture of literary analysis, personal anecdotes from the hosts, and connections to related media like films and games. The hosts' engaging, humorous banter adds a light-hearted dimension to deep discussions about the nuances of Howard's narratives and the genre as a whole, making it appealing for both long-time fans of weird fiction and newcomers alike. Unique elements may include the blending of literary critique with ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast:

1. Strange Shadows
2. Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast
3. Innsmouth Book Club
4. Behind the Bastards
5. Elder Sign: A Weird Fiction Podcast

How many episodes of The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast are there?

The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast launched 12 years ago and published 150 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Cromcast: A Weird Fiction Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days