Rephonic
Artwork for The Mercy of Pods

The Mercy of Pods

Brigid & Clint
The Captive's War
The Expanse
The Mercy Of Gods
The Churn
Amos Burton
The Butcher Of Anderson Station
Lydia
Timmy
Erich
Baltimore
Expansiverse
War Crimes
Fred Johnson
Anderson Dawes
Guilt
Livesuit
James S.A. Corey
Comedy
Human Behavior
Psychology

A podcast about The Captive's War, a sci-fi book series by James S.A. Corey. Hosted by Brigid & Clint.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes25Foundeda year ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BooksFictionArtsScience Fiction

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Mercy of Pods

Latest Episodes

Send us a text

Welcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast that is normally about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, but today we are continuing our coverage of the main Expanse narrative with the second set of chapters of CALIBAN'S WAR, also by Jam... more

Send us a text

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRIGID! Welcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast that is normally about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, but today we are continuing our coverage of the main Expanse narrative with the first 7 chapters of CALIBAN'S... more

Send us a text

Welcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast that is normally about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, and sometimes it's about The Expanse but today is about the 2023 James S.A. Corey novella How it Unfolds. This episode is spoilers f... more

Send us a text

Welcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast that is normally about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, and sometimes it's about The Expanse but today is a Low Effort Mailbag! Everyone loves those. This episode is spoilers for the entir... more

Key Facts

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.

Hosts

Brigid
Co-host with a focus on thematic exploration in sci-fi literature, and has a significant presence throughout episodes, contributing personal anecdotes and literary insights.
Clint
Co-host who brings a unique perspective to discussions, often engaging with technical aspects of the narratives and exploring their implications.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • My favorite book podcast

    More expanse and other books series you like too! I love your guys chemistry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cody15951
    United States2 months ago
  • Awesome!

    The best Captives War and the best The Expanse podcast out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandlin333
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    This is such a great podcast for fans of James S.A. Corey and fans of sci-fi in general. Their deep dives and analysis are great. So is the fact that they are just nerds like the rest of us about this, and it really comes through. After listening to every episode, this has become my comfort podcast I keep coming back to and relistening when I need to relax, either from work or for example, as an anxious flyer, when I was on a plane last week.

    As a fan who has donated to the show, I humbly bese... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Faith of Fans
    United States3 months ago
  • Great

    I really like this podcast. It provoked some ideas about TMOG that I hadn’t considered on my first read. It’s insightful and fun - and now I’m realising I’m going to have to reread all the expanse too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conor78
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Keep fighting the good fight!

    I know there may not be a lot of podcast in this space, but please believe those that are here appreciate your work and dedication. Been grinding all your episodes since I found you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esbuenodun
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Many find value in the depth of analysis provided, noting it enhances their understanding of the narratives discussed.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous discussions, often describing the content as both engaging and relatable to fans of the genre.
The hosts' chemistry and dynamic storytelling are frequently highlighted, making for an enjoyable listening experience.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#239
Canada/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#155
Austria/Arts/Books

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 21: MAILBAG EPISODE
Q: Given that the humans are likely the great enemy, wouldn't the characters have found it a little too easy of a victory compared to other encounters that earn the humans the moniker of great?
Brigid and Clint discuss the notion that the conquest of Aegean might have seemed easy, noting the potential reasons behind this narrative decision.
Episode 21: MAILBAG EPISODE
Q: Matthew Culpo wants to know why we mention Michigan all the time.
Clint shares that he was born in Michigan and has family roots there, explaining his affinity for Michigan sports.

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 Mercy of Pods

What is The Mercy of Pods about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intricacies of the Captive's War book series by James S.A. Corey, known for its deep exploration of themes in science fiction and character-driven narratives, this podcast offers engaging discussions on various novellas and novels within the series. Hosts Brigid and Clint share their insights without shying away from difficult topics such as moral dilemmas in warfare, human connections in sci-fi settings, and the philosophical underpinnings of the characters' struggles. The mix of lighthearted banter and in-depth analysis creates a unique listening experience for science fiction fans who appreciate thoughtful discourse on complex subjects.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Mercy of Pods?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Mercy of Pods. 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 Mercy of Pods and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Mercy of Pods get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Mercy of Pods, 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 Mercy of Pods?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Mercy of Pods, 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 Mercy of Pods have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Mercy of Pods 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 Mercy of Pods?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Mercy of Pods:

1. If Books Could Kill
2. Up First from NPR
3. Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
4. Pop Culture Happy Hour
5. Not A Podcast ASOIAF Re-Read Podcast

How many episodes of The Mercy of Pods are there?

The Mercy of Pods launched a year ago and published 25 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 Mercy of Pods?

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 Mercy of Pods?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Mercy of Pods 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 Mercy of Pods?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Mercy of Pods. 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